Our location was the Lodge overlooking Lake Lawrence. What a manifestation! Finding a place on a Sunday these days is not that easy. A new phenomenon has sprung up in this area, and perhaps across the nation. Public buildings and community halls are filling with churches on Sundays!

The Lake Lawrence Lodge rents for $1500, but the operations manager, Sharon Gray, came to our rescue. Many thanks to the Lodge for providing this budding non-profit with a beautiful setting for a fraction of the cost.

Coffee, tea and fresh baked berry poundcake (from the store) were provided for a sweet breakfast treat at the coffee bar.

Nancy took charge in the kitchen heating up a delicious meal of lazagna, fresh salad, toasted garlic bread and fresh cut pinapple with the help of volunteer Paulette Alaena (pictured right) That's Nancy in the background.

The Bone Mama (Mary McCann) and builder Steve Aldrich

Our builders shared the stage with "The Bone Mama" to begin a perfect afternoon of detailed presentations. The program ran like clockwork giving each the opportunity to express what they came to share.

David Raphael had a field day at the drawing board (below left). Many sought more knowledge submitting questions on 3x5 cards, which kept the event moving at an even pace for the camera.

Lunch presented time to discuss more details (Wayne Wangler below center).

Diane Dondero and Sue Ruecker (pictured right) finding joy in friendship.

As you can see, Babes at Work also have fun!

So far the only picture of Nancy Popielarczyk is of her back working in the kitchen, but we could not have done this without her dedication and much needed coordinating talent.

Board members Liz Nauman and Helene Goslin manned the sales table during break sharing lunch with volunteer Paulette Aleana. Many thanks!

The group on whole was very satisfied with the knowledged presented and filled themselves with good food and good company, too.

Many thanks to volunteers Sherry Milczewski and Charlene for assisting with parking, and Diane Binder for all around volunteer help.

I have to admit the one getting the spotlight of the day was Wayne's now famous swing joint. If you don't know about this handy item you have truely missed something important!