COAL TOWNSHIP - The Rainbow Club met Aug. 9, in the church hall with 22 people in attendance.
Ruth Romanoski, president, opened the meeting with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the Over Fifty song. August birthdays were announced and celebrated with song. The July minutes were read by Donna Mordan, then approved and filed.
Florence Verano, treasurer, gave her report. Mass cards were sent out to family members of the deceased. A thank you card was received by the Sandri family.
Verano announced upcoming trips: Thursday, Allenberry to see "South Pacific"; Oct. 1, "A Mighty Fortress at Dutch Apple," and Nov. 5, Christmas show at Dutch Apple. Members can contact Florence at 570-648-0949 for information.
The health report was given, and prayers were asked for club member, family and friends.
The club will donate a health and beauty basket for a church fundraiser. Donations for the basket are being accepted. Lib Reiprish gave a monetary donation.
Cakes were donated by Ann Koshinski, Gloria Shawda, Catherine Reed, Pat Kroh, Stephanie Losiewicz and Tony Billas. Snacks were donated by Barbara Zuricich, Florence Verano, Ruth Romanoski and Pat Redd. Kathy Fenix won the attendance award. The 50/50's were won by Shawda and Tina Blessing. Verano, Yuricich and Shawda won the cake raffles.
Snacks were served and bingo was played. The next meeting will be Sept. 13.