John Merillat Family 50th reunion 

The John Merillat Family 50th Reunion was held at the home of Elmer and Jane Marry on July 16, 2006. Donald Merillat gave the invocation. A delicious potluck dinner was enjoyed by members and guests. A special birthday cake for Marie Marry's 92nd birthday on July 11th was enjoyed by all. Belated Happy Birthday Aunt Marie from all of us. A short business meeting was opened by President Duane Marry. Roll call was taken with 115 members and guests answering. New officers for 2006-2006 are Duane Marry, President, Joanna Marry Vice President, Betty Camp Secretary/Treasurer, Jack and Rosie Merillat and nephews on arrangements. The reunion will be held at the same location on July 15, 2007. Members traveled from Lindsey, Nebraska, Perrysburg, Ohio, Fort Smith, Arkansas, and Empire, Midland, Utica, Ypsilanti, Clayton and Morenci, Michigan. The afternoon was spent playing games and reminiscing. Hope to see you all next year again.

Thompson Museum announces release of CD recording

The William G. Thompson House Museum and Gardens is happy to announce the release of a compact disc recording of the Regina music box, which is part of the Museum's collection. The “Thompson Treasures: Regina Music Box Recordings, Volume One” went on sale July 24, 2006 and is being sold as a fundraiser to help defray the operating costs of the Museum and Gardens. The play list of the CD includes such titles as “Abide With Me”, “When You Were Sweet 16”, and “O Christmas Tree”, as well as 32 other songs. “The Regina Music Box was a favorite of William G. Thompson and he would proudly play it for visitors to his home” commented Ray Lennard, curator of the Museum. “Our guests today enjoy hearing it as well, and they are amazed by the over 90 discs that we can choose to play” he added. All of the discs were recorded by Mr. James Avis of Washington, D.C. and have been placed on CD. “We expect to release a second CD this fall, in time for Christmas shopping” said Lennard. The CD costs just $10.00 plus tax and can be purchased from the Museum, located at 101 Summit Street in Hudson. CDs may also be purchased by sending a check or money order to the Museum in the amount of $12.60 (to cover shipping and handling). For more information, call Ray Lennard, curator, at 517-448-8125. 

                            

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The trips to Bohn Pool . . .

sponsored by the Hudson Summer Recreation Program are popular on the very hot days the area has been experiencing. The season for the pool trips is winding down, and will end next  week.  The bus leaves at 12:30 Friday from its usual spot at Hudson Wesleyan Church.  The final days will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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