TORONTO — The Toronto Senior Citizens group held its monthly meeting and annual fundraising program Aug. 21 at the Karaffa Recreation Center. This years’ theme was “Chinese.” Table decorations and costumes coincided with the theme, organizers noted. Chaplain Arlene Obertance-Rice gave the blessing, after which members enjoyed a catered dinner of sweet and sour chicken, white rice, green beans and egg rolls. Dessert included strawberry and blueberry cheesecake.

Obertance-Rice gave a reading of historical events that have happened in August, after which she led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.

President John Livingstone called on officers for their respective reports.

Due to illness, the secretary’s report was waived. Treasurer Patty Smith gave the financial report. Social Sec

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