October's Silent Social was enjoyed by eighteen members and four new comers; Robert Perez, Cassey Bennett and Shirley and Ken Bower. We enjoyed a delicious potluck lunch and a yummy cake provided by Parks and Recreation. (thanks to Mike Watkins) Everyone enjoyed themselves as they spent the afternoon, socializing and eating! Dorothy Holloway was sent off with a gift from the club as well as some gifts and cards from other members. We all wish Dorothy and her husband, Ken, a safe and pleasant move to their new home in Tennessee. 

Leadership of the club was turned over to Becki Lorden, who has been assisting Dorothy for the past year. If you have any questions regarding our Deaf Club or would like to volunteer in next years planning you may reach Becki at home phone: 410-893-1666 or email: mom_mombecki@yahoo.com. 

A small but enthusiastic group attended the November Silent Social. We had a good time socializing and playing games while waiting for our speaker to arrive. Visitors, Sharon Grzanka, Disabilities Coordinator for Harford County and Jeanne Kushner, Senior Center Specialist from the McFaul Activities Center, attended and spoke briefly to the group about their services. Yvonne Dunkle, Director of the State Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing was our guest speaker. She shared information regarding resources her office has to offer and gave out a bag of goodies to everyone who attended. Anyone with questions or concerns as to how the State Office can help Deaf or Hard of Hearing may reach Yvonne Dunkle at odhh@gov.state.md.us. Be sure to check out their new website at www.odhh.md.gov.

Don't miss our annual Christmas Party on December 16, 2006 from 12:30-3:30 at the McFaul Activities Center, 525 W. MacPhail Rd., Bel Air, MD, (behind the MVA building). Our signing Santa Claus will be paying a visit from 1:00-2:00 pm. Bring a lunch, cookies and drinks will be provided. Be sure to tell your friends and family. All is welcomed!

Upcoming dates for 2007 are as follows: 

Jan. 27 (BINGO)

Feb. 24

March 24

April 28

May 19

June 23

July 28

Aug. 25

Sept. 22

Oct., 27

Nov. 17

Dec. 15

 Mark your calendars!!

All meetings at the McFaul Center

525 W. McPhail Rd. Bel Air, MD 21014

Bring your own lunch