Since its inception in 2006, Project HOPE of Franklin County Annual Senior Christmas Party has been a popular event for Apalachicola’s African-American senior citizens.Founded by Apalachicola native Myrtis Wynn the annual event brings together both young and old Hillside residents to create Christmas wreaths while listening to softly played Christmas music.
This year a group of twenty or more seniors along with some middle school students attended the event held this past Saturday, Dec 5 at the 6th street recreation center. 
The participants dined on a traditional holiday meal served buffet style that included turkey, ham, potatoes salad, green beans, macaroni and cheese, rolls and a ton of sweet dishes.
Before dining, the seniors enjoyed a game of “Name that Tune”, fashioned after the popular television game show that put two contestants against each other to test their knowledge of songs.
All made possible through the efforts of Wynn and other members of the African-American community.
& Deanna Simmons
I had the pleasure of attending the Senior's Christmas Party even though I am about 50 years their junior. It was a splendid opportunity to bond with some of the more seasoned Hillside citizens. Surprisingly, there were several other young men & women (age 20 - 25) who also enjoyed the opportunity to share, listen, & laugh with the Hillside elders while putting their own creative spin on the traditional holiday wreath & munching on delectable goodies.
ReplyDeletePerhaps I (we) may not be the target interest group for Project HOPE, but Project Hope has sure sparked my (our) interest. I look forward to next year’s Christmas Party!