The St. John's Friendly Fifties group held its annual Christmas party Dec. 4 at the Northampton Hungarian Hall.

The newly installed officers include Ruth Nafus, president; Judy Kodnovich, vice president; Pat Gattuso, vice president of tours; Gerry Reenock, treasurer; Sal Gattuso, assistant treasurer; secretary, Joan Nickischer, secretary; and assistant secretary, Karen Seremula, assistant secretary.

Additional board members are Frank Bauer, Rosann Hantz, Jennie Menio and Past President Roger Seremula.

The Very Rev. Archpriest David Clooney is the organization's spiritual advisor.

The club, with more than 270 members, meets at 1 p.m. the second Monday of every month in St. John's social hall, 1343 Newport Ave.

Entertainment at the meetings varies from speakers to singers and comedians.

Activities include bingo after each meeting, monthly casino trips and outings to plays, restaurants and places of interest. The club also makes donations in memory of deceased members to area churches.

Those interested in joining are invited to attend a meeting.

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