Thank you to all parishioners who contributed to the Advent Tree Back to Basics project.  Your generosity brought smiles to the faces of over 500 children who received these gifts for Christmas! 
 
January 7^th Teacher Appreciation Breakfast will find members hosting a “Thank You” breakfast at 8:30 am for our hard-working St. Clare Catholic School staff.  Members should please drop off their breakfast casseroles, quiches, fresh fruit or baked goods to the Parish Hall by 8:00 am.  Thank you!
 
January 9^th General Meeting and Social for all members and guests will begin at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall.  Bring your favorite appetizer, cheese, or beverage to share as we celebrate the New Year with a Nibble and Sip gathering.
 
January 18^th thru 20^th is the St. Clare School Mardi Gras Carnival!  All members, parishioners, and guests are encouraged to support our school’s fundraising event.  Bring your family and friends to enjoy entertainment, rides, games, and great food in a friendly family environment.  
 
January 19^th Inspiration Fashion Show and Luncheon will be held at the Wyndham Grand Jupiter, Harbourside Place, from 11 am to 2 pm.  The $55 tickets support our Diocesan charitable causes, as well as providing an enjoyable afternoon!  Please contact Bobbye Dickerson, (561) 901-1463, for tickets or for more information.
 
UPCOMING “SAVE THE DATES”:
February 6^th General Meeting and Social for members and guests, 7 pm in the Parish Hall
 
February 10^th Bunco Party!  All are invited to this 12:30 pm event!  Your $12 ticket includes light refreshments as well as Bunco play time.  Gather friends or come on your own and make new friends; either way, you are guaranteed to have fun!  No experience necessary as instructions will be given. Call Mary Kay O’Brien, (561) 889-6846 for tickets.
 
Wishing you many blessings in the New Year!