Bay volunteers rewarded with picnic lunch
The Bay Village Community Services Office offered its thanks and tribute to the volunteers who have given of their time and talents at the Dwyer Center. A patriotic picnic lunch on July 6 was hosted by Chef Jim from Avon Lake’s Towne Center, hot dogs provided by Hot Dog Heaven.
Entertainment was sponsored by Right At Home In Home Care and Assistance and featured Frank and Dean and More. Swooning was evident as these fellows delighted the audience with their amazing renditions of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin songs. So delighted were the audience, that many plan on listening to the duo sing on Monday nights at the Savannah Bar and Grille in Westlake.
The main focus of the day was, of course, the volunteers. Many found it difficult to sit still and be waited on since they are the ones who always take care of everyone else. It takes 25 volunteers a week just to run the Meals on Wheels Program that delivers meals to shut-ins residing in Bay.
The Woodshop Volunteers make all kinds of things for city groups and often repair furniture for older residents and those on fixed incomes. Volunteers meet and greet people at the Dwyer Center, teach computer lessons, maintain the plants and gardens, design and create beautiful quilts, assist with flu shots and complete tax returns for residents, among many other things.
Volunteers are the heart of America. Hats off to you and thanks for all you do!
Shirley Hostetler is Assistant to the Director of the Bay Village Community Services Office.