PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Here we are in March. Some call it the lucky month, especially if they are Irish. But if you are talking about luck, how lucky we all are to be here in this beautiful town and even more lucky to be a part of this inspiring group of women, called the Seasiders.

Looking forward to seeing many of you at the 75 th Seasider Anniversary Luncheon on March 5 th . You should have received an email confirming your attendance by the time that you receive this newsletter. If you haven’t, please contact Lori K.  Please read through the newsletter carefully to see how you can be a part of a social activity or participate in a service project. Let’s continue the 75-year legacy of “promoting the spirit of service and friendship among our members.”

Upcoming Luncheons

Because of where Easter falls this year and the likelihood of members having visitors, please note that the April Luncheon will be on April 9, not April 2. You will have a chance to sign up for that luncheon in the April Newsletter.

Taster’s Lunch - Tuesday, March 24 th

Members gather for a pot luck meal in the Community Center, bringing their own tableware and drink for enjoying a meal and social time together. It originated many years ago when many members were leaving at the end of March and looking for ways to use up their extra food. If you are interested in attending, RSVP by March 10 th , to Seasiderpres@gmail.com or call Lori K.

If 15 or more members are interested in attending and a chairperson comes forward to organize this event, it will happen on Tuesday, March 24 th at noon. Let Cindy Stevens know if you can Chair this event.

LUNCHEON PROGRAM

There won't be a guest speaker at the Seasiders 75th Anniversary luncheon on March 5th. On April 9th, at the Seasiders luncheon, our guest Speaker will be Executive Director at the Reef Institute, Leneita Fix. Please mark your calendars. 

MEMBERSHIP

Caroll Oliver will be stepping down as Membership Chair at the end of the season. We need a member to take on this role for next season. Caroll will advise the new Chair on what is required. She says it is not difficult or time consuming. Caroll has done a wonderful job installing new members for many years and we thank her for her time and dedication. If you are interested in taking on this role,

please contact Carol.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

First of all you all did an amazing job volunteering. Thank you for all your time.

There will be 3 Workshops in March at each one we will begin our process of selecting our charities for our Community Service funds we have made this year. They are all vetted very carefully.

 March 5 th -making pb jelly for South Florida Soup Kitchen, ironing pillowcases for Ryans Case for Smiles charity

discussion. 

 March 12 th -Ironing and charity discussion. 

 March 19 th - Ironing and charity discussion.

We will also begin discussion of next year’s Holiday Market & some new things we could sell.

Any questions-Chris M

COMMUNITY SERVICE OUTREACH

St. Ann’s

We will make ham and cheese sandwiches on Wednesday, February 25th at 9:00 a.m. at 337 Bravado Lane. 

On Thursday, March

26th, we will make the ham and cheese again at 9:00 a.m. at 337 Bravado Lane. 

On the March 26th Thursday, we will finish in time

for you to attend Community Service at the Community Center where you can iron children’s pillowcases and help vote on the charities that will receive money from our fundraising. 

Please email Cindy Stevens. 

By the end of March, we will be saying goodbye to some of our members, so hopefully, some of our other members will be able to step in and help with our sandwich making.

Reading to Children- Please consider reading to children through the Palm Beach County Literacy Coalition at a one morningevent on Friday, March 27 th . I will be available to go with anyone who wants to check it out. Email me at cstevens52@gmail.com

Environment Waste Reduction Committee

After our tour of Solid Waste Authority and what we learned from the talk given on January 27 th , please try to rethink how you might find ways to create less trash, as we, too, as a Seasider group have put in place some SWA suggestions of how we can reduce our impact on the environment. Please consider ordering a Seasider personalized cold/hot cup, for $10, to use at our events and help cut down on our use of disposable cups. Contact Tina D. Glenda S has some cups ready to be personalized with your

name. You may also leave your name and $10 in an envelope in the Seasider mailbox at Town Hall. If you are an activity chairperson, and need consumable supplies, please let Cindy Stevens know so that we can use up what we have before end of season.

Condolences for our Seasider Sister

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Bev H's husband, Dave. May loving memories of their time together provide comfort during this difficult time. Please keep Bev and her family in your thoughts and prayers.

BOOK CLUB

March is Book Selection Month. Meeting will be March 11 th at Dots

Morning Book Club

Book Selection: Go As A River by Shelley Read

Next Meeting: March 25

Time: 9 am

Location: Dots House 

Evening Book Club

Book Selection: Go As A River by Shelley Read

Next Meeting: March 25

Time: 6-7:30 pm

Location: Dolce Vita Condominium in the Living Room

Please RSVP to Sherry G

SOCIAL

Due to the rotary St. Patrick’s dinner, the March card party will be on Wednesday, March 18 th at noon in the community center.

There will be no sign-up sheets at the luncheon, but I will circulate and ask members if they plan to attend. I know that this is the same

day as the Seasider trip to the Kips Bay, but sometimes conflicts arise. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Please contact Kendra Z or Sue F with any questions.

Special Social Event:

Join us for Mini-Golf fun at Popstroke in West Palm Beach! The venue has 2 18-hole mini-golf courses, a restaurant, an ice cream parlor and more! We plan to car pool, leave Palm Beach Shores around 3:30 and stay at Popstroke for 2-3 hours, including golfing and eating. Cost will be $30 ($24 seniors) for the day pass plus any food or drink that you buy. We are considering two possible dates in

April: Tuesday April 14 or Thursday April 16. If you want to participate, email Lori K at seasiderpres@gmail.com or call her BY MARCH 31, with your date preference of April 14 or 16.

FOUR ARTS

Back By Popular Demand

The trip to the Sugar Farm in Belle Glade by comfy bus is scheduled for March 30. It is a full day, narrated by an owner of the farm,includes a great lunch and spots of interest in the area. All for $25.

Let me know if you plan to go or if you’re thinking about it. We need your email so they can send a form for you to fill out. Pay the fee in person to Connie W or through Zelle

Men love this trip, invite your man friend too We are really fortunate. to have this opportunity!

CLUB HISTORIANS Cecile E & Kris B

HAPPY 75 TH SEASIDERS’ ANNIVERSARY!

We looked back over the years and chose to highlight a few fun facts we’ve discovered about The Seasiders.

1. The Seasiders began in 1951, three months before Palm Beach Shores became a town.

2. The name Seasiders was chosen over another contender. We could have been called the Shores Club.

3. The Club’s objectives were adopted then and remain the same today. “To promote the spirit of service and friendship….and to stimulate interest in the community.”

For the early Seasiders, the ways they chose to get involved in fundraising projects, provide service and friendship, and help the community included: Hosting teas, bake and gourmet sales, bazaars, fairs, performing in skits, dinner dances, fashion shows, Red Cross and Cancer research drives, and social functions to improve the town. These activities, similar to ours today, exceeded all their charitable goals.

A unique fundraiser was conducted in 1960, when the Seasiders encouraged the whole island to shop at Piggly Wiggly(now the Grator Gator). In return, a portion of each sale was donated back to the Seasiders to help the community purchase an ambulance for the town, which they did.

In 1958, 4 groups came into being and still exist today: Community Service, Gardening and Beatification, the Four Arts for cultural events and Social Affairs.

In his book, Tom Mills summed it up best. His words rang true then in 2006 and still do today, “The Seasiders with their 4 groups are not only still active in PBS, but are one of the main driving forces in town.”

We agree.

Happy 75 th Birthday, Seasiders!

This article was drafted from former PBS mayor, Tom Mills book “The Best Little Town in Florida – Palm Beach Shores, Florida.

FELLOWSHIP

SOMEONE NEED A CARD SENT??

Please email me with any cards that need to be sent out to our fellow Seasider Sisters.  Please make sure you put Seasiders or Seasiders Card in the Subject line. Thank you and I will be happy to send them a card. Just make sure I know what kind of card to send (get well, sympathy etc).

Thanks Fellowship Chairman Cathy B CBreeseRealtor@gmail.com