Folly Beach Exchange Club
By Robert Lucas
Upcoming events
February will be a big month for the Exchange Club. The Annual Exchange Club Oyster Roast will be held February 28 on Bowens Island from 1-4pm, with entertainment provided by the Shaken Martinis. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from a member or at the event. BYOB and coolers allowed.
The Exchange Club will also be selling hot dogs and hamburgers during the Folly Gras celebration on February 13. Be sure to stop by the tent at the corner of West Huron and Center Streets.
Last meeting’s highlights
We learned about ongoing community programs at the Folly Beach United Methodist Church during our January meeting. Bob Deal explained how the food bank was administered and foods distributed. Michelle Mazyck spoke about the HALO program, which helps supplement the care of foster children.
The Annual Sanitation Workers Luncheon was January 21. 15 workers, 12 Exchange Club Members and one guest were in attendance. Retta Laurey and Debbie Bucher coordinated the event.
Thanks to everyone who volunteered at the Spaghetti Supper and bought tickets. Over $350 was raised.
