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So, You Think Service Groups Aren’t Active in Summer!'

by M’Ellen Rowland STONE HARBOR - The volunteers who do so much for the borough and its residents and visitors received recognition during the May 18 Chamber of Commerce dinner meeting when representatives of local service organizations spoke briefly. Following their summations, Chamber president Glenn Townley noted, “as you can see there are lota of jobs to do but very few people." It was also observed that the same people are on several committees. REALTY OWNERS n., represented by Bill key, reported that it had recently sent out a letter to update its members on the past Winter’s happenings. They'll be holding their Spring meeting 10 a.m. June 13 at the Elementary School. Charles Norkis of the county MUA will speak of future plans for trash disposal and its effect on residents. Borough administrator Ted Pain will speak on reassessment of local property. All residents will be welcome to attend. JAMES OWINGS gave a history of the Lion’s Club, which had its beginning 30 years ago m Mayor Woods 5 & 10 cent store. There are currently 55 members of the Stone Harbor Club, which meet at the Rock ’n Chair in Avalon. The club is a part of the International Assn, of Lion’s Clubs with affiliates in 151 countries. They are organized primarily to help others. For the past year, the Helen L. Oilier Home for the Blind has been the principal beneficiary of the Lion's Clubs of South Jersey. THIS HOME was originally purchased, with the financial aid of Mr. Oilier, as a permanent memorial to his wife. The home was recently remodeled and all work was done at cost with no

profit to the contractors. Still close to $250,000 was spent and a mortgage remains on the property. Each summer blind children are brought to the seashore for two eeks at minimal cost. The Lion’s subsidize the amount for those children • who are unable to apy anything. The first week in summer the disadvantaged children are deaf rather than blind. The youngsters are under close supervision at all times. \ AMONG THOSE who assist in this effort are George and Marie Phillips of the Rock 'n Chair, who treat the little visitors to a party; McDonalds have them for dinner and Sandy and Don Creamer take them on a boat trip. There are also visits to the Coast Guard, museums and other varied activities. SEA LIONESS. Jean Christie stressed the Lion's Club’s need for community support in this endeavor and urged Chamber members .to assist in transportation problems, donations of gasoline, etc. To raise money for the project, the Sea Lions (womens auxiliary) will be giving a breakfast 9 to 2, June 6 at Uncle Bill's Pancake House and on Oct 6 they'll be taking two busloads of people from Stone Harbor for a day in Reading, Pa Their main fund-raising event is a cocktail party to be held at the Diller home on June 13 (raindate, June 14). Everyone Was urged to attend and see the renovations for themselves. ROB RICH was spokesman for the Stone Harbor Rescue Squad and said that while he hoped nobody in the audience would ever need his service, in the event they did it's available on a yearround basis with immediate care provided following a call to police headquarters The Squad raises its own funds by

THE MEMORIAL PARK in Avalon commemorates the civic betterment and love for her community of the late Marion Armacost. The turtle replica on the marble drinking fountain signifies her fight to “Save The Turtles." At the microphone during Wednesday's dedication is Mayor Ellsworth Armacost.

holding chicken barbecues, "the best in the whole world," in July and August. COUNCILWOMAN Dorothea Pfeiffer spoke on the recreational activities during summer, all of which are detailed in the Chamber’s booklet. The main area i%80th to 82nd St. where athletes may enjoy baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, shuffleboard and a children’s playground. There is a smaller facility at 94th St. Specific programs are planned for all age groups by a new, enthusiastic recreation director. Jack Juenjer. Funds for these activities will come from the $28,000 derived from tennis alone in 1980. This amount will fund winter programs as

well.

The art show and Sea Mart carry themselves and last year netted $1,800 over and above expenses. The "T” shirts for various activities are purchased by the boro and then repurchased by their ultimate wearers. THE CIVIC CLUB was organized in 1913, according to president Dottie Stump. Profits are used for local projects, among them: a scholarship for a pupil of Stone Harbor Elementary School, Helen Diller Home, Red Cross, Cancer Fund, Veterans Auxiliary, Salvation Army, Wetlands, 4-H Club, Heart Fund, Rescue Squad, Bethel Church, Salvation Army, Police organization 59, Cape May County Museum, Burdette Tomlin and Chamber of Commerce. They "work in summer, while others go to the beach," they have club luncheons in July and August, and their 32nd antiques show will be held July 7,8 & V Program On Wildlife STONE HARBOR - Robert Bosenberg, Wildlife Biologist with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, will present a slide program at the ’Wetlands Institute, Stone Harbor Blvd., 8:15 p.m. Saturday, June 20. The program will highlight the department’s endangered species project review work, how and what the U S. Fish and Wildlife Services is and touch on projects in the local area. A graduate of Delaware Valley College and Rutgers, The State University, Bosenberg has a long standing interest and knowledge of area wildlife.

9 pt the school. Fashion Show puncheon will be at the Shelter Haven on August 6 by reservation only. Princess Coronation in July, Art Show Sept. 6 and they give art lessons for

children

As Chamber President Glenn A. Townely remarked “anyone who thinks there’s not enough to do here in summer, has to be

crazy."

COUNCILMAN Harry Strohmetz spoke for the Stone Harbor Seniors saying they are "a good organization and lively bunch and when you think of the alternative, being a Senior is not too bad." JAN CREGO spoke for the Garden Club and told members their mdin purpose was beautification of the borough. Their biggest project is, ultimately, to plant all 42 islands along second ave. They now take care of 12, extending to 87th st. on the north and 105th on the south. They also plant the one at 96th st. and the bridge, and weed and care for them throughout the summer. This year they’ll put 2,172 plants into the ground and would welcome any voluntary assistance. BOB HASELE a past commander of the American Legion, explained the Legion is responsible for “the American Day ceremonies in Stone Harbor and have been since 1945." They are involved with R.O.T.C. in Middle Township High School and award three medals yearly. They send a boy to Boy’* State every year, and have essay and poetry contests in both Avalon and Stone Harbor Schools. They meet

monthly and want other veterans to take part in their endeavors NIFTY-FIFTY was described by Julie D'Allessandro A group of women from over 55 to 84, they exercbe every Tuesday at borough hall under the direction of Marge Otten, where they have worked up several dance routines. Wearing cute uniforms, they tetavel as far away as Millville to entertain at nursing homes, hospitals or wherever a cheerful change is helpful SARAH BRADY is their vocalist and she can belt out a song and get the audience into the Act too. Rudy D'Allessandro is the only male involved. He

wears several hats: chauffeur. emcee, disc jockey and also sings and dances. JACK FITZPATRICK outlined the objectives of the Chamber of Commerce They have found "What is best for business is best for the community as a whole" One of their main events is the annual July 4th celebration. Since the Federal Government sees fit 'to change holidays around "the Chamber of Commerce now directs that July 4th shall be held on Friday, July 3rd" said Fitzpatrick. There will be a band concert, morning games, home-run derby, sand sculpture, decorated bikes and many, many prizes.

HORSE SHOW IS PLUGGED by banner strung across south entrance of Burdette Tomlin Memorial Hospital, Court House. Second annual fund-raising event will be conducted by hospital auxiliary at the Pedroni Estate on landing Rd.. Clermont. June 13 and 14, Proceeds will go for hospital equipment.

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