Projects & Activities

EMERGENCY LUNCH BOX PROGRAMME

Loaded and ready to go

Convenor: Barbara Gardiner

In 1994, the Association encouraged all its member clubs to focus on “Nutrition Programmes in Elementary School”.  The May Court Club of Chatham presently provides nutritional snacks to twenty-three elementary and secondary schools in Chatham-Kent. It is now referred to as the “Emergency Lunch Box Programme”.

 

QUEEN ELIZABETH II SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAMME

Convenor: Edwinna Rawlings

For years our members assisted with various programmes at Victoria Park School, such as the Breakfast Programme and Reading Programme. May Court also donated funds to purchase books and tapes for the library. When the school closed, these services were transferred to the Queen Elizabeth II School and the “Breakfast Programme” still continues today.

FUNDRAISING PROJECTS

 

The BINGO COMMITTEE, convened by Gail McGregor runs all year long and is a great fundraiser for the club.  Since COVID we are back to approximately 10,000-11,000 dollars per year.

 

The Legion 50/50 Meat Draw currently convened by Shellie Sawyer, is a new fundraiser for our club.  It takes place at Legion Branch 185 in Blenheim.  The ladies who take part are having a great time and stand out in their new pink shirts.

Shown accepting a cheque from the Legion are Cecelia Landry, Lynda Homeniuk, Jack, the Legion representative, Noella Houle and Phil Houle.  Hiding behind Noella is Bob Homeniuk. Thank you Bob and Phil for helping out!

Trivia Night, currently convened by Noella Houle, brought in just under $1,200 this year.  This was our second trivia night and members have a great time and it does add to our coffers.

Fashion Show, spearheaded by Diane Bradley held this year at Hidden Hills Gold Course was very well attended and supported by many May Court Members, resulted in over $1,000 donations to our club.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Major changes occurred within the club in the early 90’s, with a shift away from a more structured organization to one which combined an emphasis on both service and social activities and doing away with mandatory hours. The Honorary Life and Associate Members’ Tea started in 1988 and was changed in 1998 to Members’ Appreciation Tea. As well the year-end party and the Christmas Party are occasions not to be missed.

 

 

 

Many of our May Court members enjoyed a catered lunch at the lovely home of Shirley Loyer to celebrate the anniversary of the club. Pictured are the May Court dolls dancing around the May Pole, lovingly restored by Lynda Homeniuk.

The 90th Anniversary Cake!  Just one scrumptious example of the food provided to members on this occasion.

 

As well the club enjoys an annual Christmas and Year-end party held at a member's home.