The Annual Holiday Luncheon was festive and well attended by familiar and many new faces. The tables were dressed with sparkling juices and chocolates to get everyone in the Holiday spirit. Fabulous raffle gifts and entertainment. On hand to help celebrate the festive occasion were Mayor Starr, Bob Downey Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Mike Ference,Councilman Ward 3, and Assistant Chief Desmarteau. Councilman at Large, Ray Guttmann started the luncheon by singing White Christmas to the crowd.”Center Stage” Berea-Midpark show choir directed by Catherine Robison-Ranney provided entertainment by performing the Fall and Holiday programs,and what a spectacular show!

Meaghan Earley, local business owner, lends Yvonne Pelino, Assistant to the Executive Director, at the registration table.

Who doesn’t like Starbuck’s Coffee? Our luncheon sponsor COSE provided the BIG prize raffle, a 39″ TV! Sheraton Airport donated a stay-cation night and Third Federal complimented the package with a tower of Malley’s Chocolate and a bottle of wine was donated by the chamber staff to complete the package.

A full house looks on as “Center Stage” begins their performance.