On Feb. 8, the GFWC-MFWC Eupora 20th Century Club held its first Charity Ball in Eupora.
The Eupora club hosted the charitable event at the National Guard Armory to raise funds for its community projects. The evening of fun began with an introduction of the community sponsors and wonderful food provided by the club. After dining, the guests participated in a silent auction and dancing with music provided by the Five Aces. The evening was such a wonderful way to raise funds and celebrate the successes of the local club.
Eupora 20th Century Club focuses on many areas in and around Eupora and Webster County. Some of the areas it serves are education, public libraries, child welfare, community beautification, local law enforcement and veteran affairs.
The club sponsors three local scholarships at Eupora High School and one HOBY leadership scholarship. Throughout the year, it supports education and teachers by donating supplies, hosting gratitude luncheons, donating and reading books, sponsoring love bags and a plethora of other educational needs. This year, the club again hosted a Dr. Seuss birthday reading event for the elementary school in March and provided special in-class readers.
This past fall, the club hosted a Fancy Nancy tea party for the Eupora library and continues to support the local library with fundraising ideas and funding.
Being civic minded, the club continues to support and encourage local law enforcement, sheriff’s department, VFW and local veterans. In February, the club sponsored treats for several local entities and sponsored sending Valentines to many of our local veterans.
The two nursing homes are also an interest of the Eupora 20th Century Club, as it donates items for use in their Christmas Country Store, valentines and various other items.
The Eupora 20th Century Club has 50 members and works in many areas throughout the county and community. The first Charity Ball was a success!
According to Charity Ball Coordinator Haley Murphy, “This event exceeded our expectations. We are so thankful that everyone showed up to support our club. My committee and I worked very hard to plan this event and we look forward to next year’s ball.”
The club thanks these sponsors: Bank of Kilmichael, Belinda Stewart Architects, Cain Clinic, CB&S Bank, Cummings Woodwork, Dabbs Pharmacy, Diversicare of Eupora, Dewberry Insurance, Duncan Veterinary Clinic, Gun Dog Supply, Hometown Physical Therapy, Murphy Medical Supply, Mississippi HomeCare, NMMC-Eupora Hospital, Old Walthall Farms, Regions Bank, State Farm, Sky Dental and Tabb Farms.
The club also thanks these silent auction donors: Frost Steel, Teacups and Tulips, Oktibbeha County Co-op, Abraham Dentistry, The Little Birdie, Anna Nickels at Salon 28, Nabors Home Center, Hammond’s Pharmacy and Gifts, Blue Boutique, Curio Candle Co., Hometown Nutrition, The Lodge, BaiLee’s Gypsy Wagon, Occasions Gifts, Murphy Medical Supply, Webster Finance, JC Graphics, MSU baseball team, R. Tabb and Co., Serenity Spa and Tanning, The Old Stone Station, TOU Pottery, Hudson Flower Shop, Southern Belle and Blue Boutique.
Additionally, club President Lyn Blaylock stated appreciation for all club members and community members who helped to make this event possible.
“It’s so great to see Eupora come together to work for improving and continuing growth of our community,” she said. “We are blessed to live in such a wonderful, giving community.”
