The April 2, 2026 meeting of the Whiskey Creek Ladies’ Club was attended by 31 members and one guest. President Peg Mocharski opened the meeting with a flag salute and a welcome. The inspirational message was given by Ellie Neal about “When you Can’t Control.” Tables were decorated beautifully for Easter by Cathy Trent. This month’s birthdays are Gail Gehring, Wanda Meyers, Lona Leugers, and Sandie Dystra. The March 5, 2026 meeting’s minutes were approved. The 50/50 raffle was won by Joan Canney.
The WCLC Book Club meets the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 am at the WCCC. There is a book discussion and lunch. Rosie encouraged members to join book club – you don’t have to discuss, listening is ok too. The next book is “The Nightingale.”
Erin Blankenship presented a lovely presentation on the Holocaust Museum in Naples. She had a PowerPoint showing Museum Mission – to teach the lessons of the Holocaust to inspire action against hatred and to promote mutual respect. The PowerPoint was also a presentation about the museum’s activities and was very informative. The museum is promoted with the initiatives of Florida public education requirement for student to be made aware the Holocaust. The Holocaust was 1933 – 1945. The museum is open Tuesday thru Sunday. Erin also had brochures and a free admission ticket to hand out. Erin suggested those wanting to visit to call for reservations. The museum has tours and offers many school field trips. Erin suggested we have host program from one of the children or grandchildren of a Holocaust survivor. Erin told us storytelling makes history personal.
The next meeting, is May 4, 2026, is our “Tea Party,” Cathy Trent will have plenty of teacups for all attending. The program is burrowing owls. You are welcome to wear a “tea party” hat. Our “Bill the Hat,” one of the Golf Cart rangers, will be selecting the “Best hat.”
Responses to the next meeting are due on Wednesday, one week prior to the meeting. We encourage you to make your meal selection for the following month when you sign in at the meeting. If you need to cancel, please notify Linda Jones or the club at least 8 days prior to the meeting. Otherwise, you will be responsible for the cost of your meal.
The Whiskey Creek Ladies’ Club is a social and service organization. Membership is open to all women in Lee County. Come visit a meeting! We meet on the first Thursday of each month at the Whiskey Creek Country Club. Social time is at 11:30am, meetings start at 12:00pm from October to May. An interesting and informative program is presented each month; this is a great opportunity to learn about the many programs offered in Southwest Florida. New members and guests are always welcome. Contact Linda Jones at [email protected] or call Linda at (678)744-5461.
