Last night was the last summer session of Bingo. We can tell that folks are returning to Palm Creek as we had a much larger crowd than previous summer sessions. It was fun to see familiar faces walk through the door and watch all the hugs as they greeted other friends who were happy to see them again. This is an exciting time of year for us “creekers”.
I must give another tribute and thank you to Flo Fillipi for all the work she has done for bingo. Her dedication to the weekly event has brought fun and entertainment to thousands of people over the years. People don’t realize all the work that is involved behind the scenes of bingo. There are reports to file with the state bureau, supplies to be inventoried and purchased, volunteers to call to assure proper staffing, be there early to set up the room, stay late to assure everything is put away and cleaned up, keep financial records, trips to the bank for correct change, drawing up the game sheets and getting copies, putting up signs around the park, put up with the hassle of those folks who forget their badge and want to be an exception to the rule, be sure the kitchen is staffed, etc etc etc.
Two rules for bingo:
1. WEAR YOUR NAME TAG. Don’t expect to be an exception just because we know who you are. Rules are rules.
2. BRING SMALL BILLS TO BUY YOUR TICKETS. The money we take in at the door goes to pay the prizes. If you bring a $100 bill, we’re stuck. Please plan ahead.
