Apex president Steve Walsh with Nikki and Dennis Dickerson. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times
Apex Manjimup held its annual Seniors Christmas Lunch at Manjimup Town Hall on Sunday.
Jo and Antonette Femia, of Manjimup. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown TimesWendy Taylor, Derene McGregor and Jordiane Briggs. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times
It is a tradition that has been running since 1979 and one that club president Steve Walsh said he would like to keep going.
Monique Mayor, 14, and Montana Mayor, 13 helped serve the food. Credit: Manjimup-Bridgetown TimesShirley Styles and Peg Johnstone with Apex's Jens Sundahl. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times
“It’s the best turnout we’ve had for a while actually,” Mr Walsh said.
Laura Waistell, Amity Burford and Sharon De Campo helped wait on the seniors. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times, Tristan WheelerAllen Searle and Denise Walsh were in good spirits. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times
“I was hoping to crack 100, I think we’ve got 97 booked and we’ve got a wonderful gamut of helpers this year, which is even better.
Flo Farr, celebrated her birthday on Sunday, and Pam Tink. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times
Sue Kennedy and Carol Holwill chat with Sharon De Campo. Credit: Tristan Wheeler/Manjimup-Bridgetown Times
“For us it’s about getting them together at this time of year, because some don’t have family close by.”
Attendees were provided with a two-course meal, as well as snacks, biscuitsJU and hot drinks, including chocolates from Father Christmas, who was in attendance.
