Senior Citizens Club Holds Second February Meeting

The club welcomed a visitor and celebrated member birthdays at the gathering.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Senior Citizens Club in Staunton, Illinois held its second meeting of February on the 19th. The meeting was called to order by President Dennis Williams and had 28 people in attendance. One visitor, Tina Dobrenick, was welcomed, and members who wore red or had birthdays received free bingo cards. The executive director of a local assisted living facility announced an upcoming brunch and lunch event, and attendance prizes were awarded.

Why it matters

The Senior Citizens Club provides an important social and recreational outlet for older adults in the Staunton community, helping to combat isolation and promote active and engaged lifestyles among seniors.

The details

At the February 19th meeting, the club recited the Lord's Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, and one card request was made for a member in the hospital. Members who wore red or had birthdays received free bingo cards, and everyone sang 'Happy Birthday' to the birthday celebrants. Leslie Vannoy, the executive director of Cedarhurst Assisted Living, announced an upcoming brunch and lunch event on March 7 that club members were invited to attend. The attendance prizes were won by Judy Hampton and Dee Lawrencia, and Joann Brakhane won both pots of silver.

  • The February 19 meeting was called to order at 1 p.m.
  • The next meeting will be on March 5 at 225 S. Laurel in Staunton.

The players

Dennis Williams

President of the Senior Citizens Club.

Tina Dobrenick

A visitor who attended the February 19 meeting and the club hopes will return.

Leslie Vannoy

The executive director of Cedarhurst Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bethalto, who announced an upcoming brunch and lunch event for club members.

Judy Hampton

A member who won an attendance prize at the February 19 meeting.

Dee Lawrencia

A member who won an attendance prize at the February 19 meeting.

Joann Brakhane

A member who won both pots of silver at the February 19 meeting.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Senior Citizens Club in Staunton provides an important community gathering place for older adults, offering social activities, celebrations, and connections that help combat isolation and promote active and engaged lifestyles among seniors in the local area.