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2023

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May 31

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lunch Program Today: Honoring the Forgotten Heroes ๐ŸŽต๐ŸŒน
Memorial Day holds a special place in our hearts as we pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. ๐Ÿ™ The lunch program today was a deeply moving event organized by the American Legion Post 193 of Chapin. ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ
Steve Goulet, Ed Wilkes, and Jean Ray Williams took the stage to present an awe-inspiring Memorial Day remembrance, showcasing their project, “Forgotten no More.” ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽค This initiative is part of the unclaimed veterans program, aiming to ensure that the courageous men and women who served our nation are not overlooked.
The atmosphere was filled with reverence as we gathered to remember and honor these brave souls. ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Steve, Ed, and Jean presented a beautiful musical tribute, featuring the soul-stirring sounds of the bagpipes that reverberated through the air, paying homage to our fallen heroes. The heartfelt vocal piece reminded us of the sacrifices made by these courageous individuals. ๐Ÿ’”๐ŸŒน
It’s heartwarming to witness such initiatives in our community, as they remind us that these heroes are not forgotten. ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ The dedication and support from organizations like the American Legion Post 193 of Chapin are truly commendable.

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May 24

๐ŸŒโœŒ๏ธ Lunch Presentation – May 24, 2023 ๐Ÿ“ข๐Ÿฝ๏ธ
Today, we had the pleasure of attending a captivating lunch presentation on The Columbia Peace Pole Initiative. Elaine Frick took us on a journey through the inspiring history of the Peace Pole movement, both globally and within our own community. ๐Ÿ˜โœจ
Peace Poles are symbolic pillars carrying the powerful message, “May Peace Prevail On Earth”? ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ๐ŸŒฟ These symbolic pillars were first introduced by May Peace Prevail On Earth International, which was founded over half a century ago in Japan. Since then, dedicated supporters around the globe have embraced this beautiful initiative, planting Peace Poles in every corner of our planet. ๐ŸŒŽ๐ŸŒฑ
The Columbia Initiative, in particular, has taken up the mantle of spreading peace and harmony right here in our beloved city. ๐Ÿ™๏ธ๐Ÿค Elaine Frick shared her insights into the project’s history and shed light on their exciting future plans. ๐ŸŒŸ
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May 17

What a jazzy afternoon at the Shepherd’s Center of Columbia! ๐ŸŽถโœจ
๐Ÿ“ข Today, we had the pleasure of hosting Mark Rapp, the renowned musician and founder of the ColaJazz Foundation, for a mesmerizing jazz appreciation discussion and concert. ๐ŸŽบ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿคฉ
Thank you Mark and the band!

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May 10

Gene Atkinson, took us on a trip down memory lane with his talk on ‘A Bit of Nostalgia.’ From ‘The Little Rascals’ to ‘Ringling Brothers Greatest Show on Earth,’ and even a tribute to General Patton, it was a delightful journey through some of our favorite memories. And to top it off, we were treated to a patriotic slideshow that left us feeling proud to be Americans. Thank you, Gene, for a wonderful afternoon!

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May 3

Bill Stangler, Congaree Riverkeeper

May 3rd at the Shepherd’s Center of Columbia we were treated to a special guest for lunch – Bill Stangler! He shared his passion as the Congaree Riverkeeper and emphasized the crucial role that waterways play in preserving local ecosystems and supporting human life. His message reminded us all of how vital it is to protect these natural resources and make every effort to reduce pollution and promote sustainability. Thank you for speaking with us, Bill!
#WaterMatters #Environmentalism

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April 26

On April 26, our lunch speaker, Scott Vaughn from Cooperative Ministry enlightened us on this important community program.

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April 19

Dr. Pat McNeely, retired USC professor and writer, presented “Ghosts of Columbia.”

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April 5

Lunch speaker for April 5, 2023 was Tom Elmore, author of five books, presenting his latest – Celtic Columbia.

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2022

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2021

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