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BEEFSTEAK - MARCH 4, 2008 |
The ECCR Annual Beefsteak Dinner was a success.
With 427 tickets sold, it was the largest turn
out in years. Senator Henry McNamara was
recognized for his support of the ECCR over the
years. He will be missed by the ECCR while
he enjoys retirement. Proceeds from the
evening will be used to purchase a vehicle for
one of our community based group homes.
See you next year on
March 3, 2009. |
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MEANINGFUL MOVEMENTS - FEBRUARY, 2008 |
 The
extremely talented dancers from Meaningful
Movements performed for the ECCR in February.
This annual show and ice cream social is a
favorite for many of the staff and residents.
Everyone gathered to watch the show, followed by
a delicious ice cream party. We look
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"MEN OF FAITH" SING - FEBRUARY, 2008 |
 The
residents enjoyed being led in worship by the
Men of Faith singers during a recent church
service at the Retreat. Men of Faith is
a singing group from Faith Community Christian
Reformed Church. Thank you, Men of Faith
for joining us in worship!” |
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HOLIDAY EXPRESS
- DECEMBER 15, 2007 |
Holiday Express, the NJ based
non-profit group that shares the gift of music
with those in need at the holidays, visited ECCR
for their annual holiday show. This fun
filled event was enjoyed by residents, their
families and staff. The Wyckoff Family
YMCA generously donated the use of their gym for
the event. Staff and residents performed
as "Disco Santa's", volunteers from the youth
group at Nativity Church were elves and helped
with crafts. Members of the
 Midland
Park Knights of Columbus assisted by
transporting the residents to and from the vans.
It is a wonderful day that gets everyone into
the holiday spirit. We look forward to
next years show.
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ANNUAL MEETING
- NOVEMBER 12, 2007 |
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The ECCR held their Annual
Meeting on Monday,
November 12, 2007. At the meeting new
Board
Member, James Putt and Steve Hulsebos
were welcomed. New officers were
announced.
President: Robert Oostdyk, Jr.
Vice President: Darryl Siss
Treasurer: Robert Fylstra
Secretary: Walt Williams
At the meeting Tret Bushman
and Jean Kort of the ECCR Ladies' Auxiliary
presented ECCR President, Robert Oostdyk, Jr.
with a check for $50,000. This donation
will be put towards facility renovations.
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FALL FUN DAY -
OCTOBER 20, 2007 |
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 The
4th Annual Fall Fun Day was held at
the ECCR on Saturday, October 20. This is a day
for the residents, their families and friends to
have a good time together. DJ Bob kept everyone
dancing and smiling. His energy is contagious.
Thanks to a donation from Skyline Greenhouses, everyone
had a pumpkin to paint. The families brought a
wonderful assortment of desserts. The staff,
volunteers, families and residents all had fun
and are looking forward to next year.
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42nd ANNUAL
COUNTRY FAIR - SEPTEMBER 29, 2007 |
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The
Eastern Christian Children’s Retreat has been
hosting the Annual Country Fair for 42 years.
This year was no exception. On September 29
thousands of people attend this time-honored
tradition in Wyckoff. Food, rides, games,
crafts and over 60 vendor booths adorned the
field. There was something for everyone. DJ
Bob Kern and MC Ken Smith kept the day moving
with music and fun.
Some families have been involved with the fair
for generations. Dave Stokes followed his
parents and now coordinates the food concession
area. The Bushman family has been involved
since the first fair, in all aspects of
the event. The Braunius family had a few
generations working at the Olie Bollin and
Funnel Cake booth, a favorite to many of the
attendees. The Spykaboer family also had a more
than one generation at the Plant and Produce
booth. People wait for the fair to open so they
can be first in line to get their mums. Charles
Fisher continues to sell handmade Amish
woodcraft. Organizations have also been involved
for many years. The ECCR Ladies’ Auxiliary, the
2nd Reformed Church, the 6th
Reformed Church and Faith Reformed Church are
loyal supporters of the Fair. We thank the
vendors and supporters who make this day a
success.
It is wonderful to see people of all ages come
together for the fair. It is a tradition that
will continue for many years to come. We look
forward to seeing everyone on September 27, 2008 at
the 43rd Annual Country Fair.
For picture from the Fair
click here.
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35th
ANNIVERSARY GALA - JUNE 12, 2007 |
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We celebrated our 35th
anniversary on June 12, 2007 at the Westmount
Country Club. The 35th Anniversary Gala
& Silent Auction, Celebrating a Lifetime of
Care, was a wonderful evening.
Four individuals were honored for their
commitment to the ECCR; Theresa "Tret" Bushman,
MaryAnn DeKoek, Gordon Meyer and Kathi Harnig.
Senator McNamara presented Tret Bushman with a
proclamation in recognition of her Lifetime
Achievement Award. Many ECCR supporters,
family members and staff joined together for
this magical evening. For pictures from
the Gala click here.
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