Meeting · January 2013
Sunday, December 9, 2012
There were 25 members and 8 guests present.
OAC Meeting, December 2, 2012 ick Albreski called the Christmas meeting and party to order at 3:30 pm. The refreshment table was loaded with special treats brought by members. • The nominations for new officers were announced. They are Maggie Abel for secretary, Barbara Duer for historian, and Milo Shedeck for treasurer. • Dick asked for other nominations. There were none, and the nominations were closed. • Members voted using paper ballots, and the nominees were elected. Congratulations to our three new officers! • Dick explained the raffle rules. Tickets prices were three for $1.00, or 18 for $5.00. We were given time to view the raffle items and distribute our tickets. • Six talented members of our Youth Group entertained us with these selections: −"Good King Wenceslas" played by all −"Sleigh Ride" played by Job Elliott −"Jolly Old Saint Nicholas" by Becca Smith −"I Saw Three Ships" by Isaac Elliott −"Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" by Bria Smith −"Jolly Old Saint Nicholas" by Timothy Granger −"Up On The Housetop" by Madeline Smith −"Olive Blossoms" by Job Elliott −"Joy To The World" played by Isaac, Timothy, and Job We should all be very proud of these young players and their leader Dick Albreski! • Anne Lopez had toes tapping with "Never On Sunday" and "Blue Skirt Waltz." • Then, the raffle was held. The Youth Group, aided by Evie Albreski, drew the winning tickets. Proceeds from the raffle amounted to $129, which will be added to the Youth Fund. • Bob Mansfield concluded the music with "Counter," a piece containing unusual harmonies and melodies. • Dick closed the meeting by saying that the Club has had a successful year, and has started some new traditions. He reminded us that membership renewal has begun. • The National Accordion Association convention is scheduled for mid-March, and will include St. Patrick's Day weekend. • A jam session of Christmas music followed the meeting. Our next meeting will be January 13, 2013. A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all OAC members and their families!