Take a five-dollar per couple admission charge and the promise of a band, and we have the basic ingredients for a fun evening. Given the object of this party was to bring neighbors and neighborhood segments together, the profit motive should not be present. Why then was the cash bar so expensive? Granted the bar was well stocked (one of the best stocked I have seen at a neighborhood function). And the liquor was a good quality. But, neither is justification for the prices in effect at the time.
It would be well to take time to recall the purpose of the RNA-WHN Annual Party: To create cohesiveness in the area; to bring neighbors together; to commeraderie. NOT TO HOLD A FUND-RAISER.
Most people enjoyed the party. The hor d’oeures and snacks were not displeasing. The band, while not as good as last year (no singer this year), was adequate. The people in this area always have a good time. We would hope the expenses would be low enough to need them returning.
A Progressive Happening
It is difficult to remember when I enjoyed a party more than I enjoyed the progressive dinner. I have but two regrets: one — I missed the previous dinners. Two—we have such great cooks in this area, it’s unfortunate we cannot determine a way to give everyone access to all that good food.
What more can be said about a truly outstanding evening. The idea of a progressive dinner creates an exciting atmosphere. The food was good; the booze was adequate, and the companionship was superb.
Originally published in The Paper, March 1976.
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Archival transcription note: The source prints “to commeraderie,” “hor d’oeures,” and “to need them returning.” Apparent printed errors are retained.
Original source: SD_Times1976_03.pdf, printed page(s) 2; PDF page(s) 2.
