VFW TO HOLD VETERANS HOME BENEFIT DINNER.Byline: BETTIE RENCORET Senior columnist columnist, the writer of an essay appearing regularly in a newspaper or periodical, usually under a constant heading. Although originally humorous, the column in many cases has supplanted the editorial for authoritative opinions on world problems. LANCASTER - ``We haven't forgotten'' will be the theme of a benefit dinner for a Lancaster state veterans home amenities fund. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7283, 45541 Sierra Highway Sierra Highway is a road in Southern California, United States. It runs from Tunnel Station near the north limit of the City of Los Angeles, where it intersects with San Fernando Road and Foothill Boulevard, as well as Interstate 5, and continues north to Mojave, mostly paralleling . A free meal featuring barbecue barbecue [West Indian or South American], in the United States, traditionally an open-air gathering, political or social, in which meats are roasted whole over a pit of embers and food and drink are liberally enjoyed. beef sandwiches, entertainment by Gypsee and Band and information on the home will be provided. Donations will be accepted for the amenities fund, which will go toward buying TVs, gardening tools, magazine subscriptions and other extras. ``We're doing this to say 'thank you' to the community for all the support they've given us,'' said Ruth Marr, event chairwoman. ``Maybe this will even encourage more people to come forward and join our crusade to furnish fur·nish tr.v. fur·nished, fur·nish·ing, fur·nish·es 1. To equip with what is needed, especially to provide furniture for. 2. the home with the amenities that won't be provided by government funding.'' During the event, Tom Craft, amenities fund committee chairman, will deliver a ``status of the home'' report and a background review. Craft, a retired Navy officer, has headed the committee since its inception more than 12 years ago. Door prizes donated by individuals and businesses and a 50-50 drawing will also be featured. ``We'll welcome anyone, especially any veteran, who wants to join us for the free meal, entertainment and information on the home,'' said Post Cmdr. Daniel Brooks Daniel Brooks (born 23 June 1958) is a Canadian theatre director, actor and playwright. He was born in Toronto, Ontario. A highly regarded theatre maker in Toronto's "alternative" theatre scene, Daniel Brooks has a reputation for creating and directing cutting edge , who will be master of ceremonies. Committee members will be cooking 50 pounds of beef and making a homemade home·made adj. 1. Made or prepared in the home: homemade pie. 2. Made by oneself. 3. Crudely or simply made. Adj. 1. barbecue sauce. The sandwiches will be served with salad and dessert. Beverages will be available at the Post's no-host bar. ``We aren't charging for the food, but we will certainly welcome all free-will offerings and additions to our treasury's total,'' Marr said. |
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