We thank our classmate, Brenae Moore Jones, for serving as our liaison on the JW Ligon Association Board. Below are her recent meeting notes that will be discussed at our Sat., April 14 meeting.
March 9, 2012 6:00 pm Sub Committee Meeting
Held at the home of Ms. Carolyn Chippey, 7 in attendance
· Tickets for fish fry are on sale: Saturday, March 24, 2012- noon – 5:00 pm, Kappa House, 750 King Richard Road, Raleigh, NC. Food, Fun, Live Entertainment $15.00. BYOB sponsored by John W Ligon Jr./Sr. High School Association Inc. Contact Brenae Moore Jones by phone (919) 841-2316 or email bjones039@gmail.com for tickets.
· Thirty-Fourth Annual Reunion Semi-Formal Affair will be held Saturday, July 7, 2012, 8:00 pm to 12:00 Midnight, Raleigh Crabtree Marriott, 4500Marriott Drive, Raleigh, NC , Cash Bar , Hors D’oeuvres and Food Served from 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm. The cost of 2012 Reunion Weekend of Activities will be $80.00 for tickets purchased prior to May 1, 2012. After this date, the ticket cost is $100.00. The cost reflects the increase due to the change of venue and the increased food and entertainment costs. Ticket cost includes dinner, dance, Sunday afternoon social, hospitality suite, and live entertainment. Tickets are now on sale. Only money orders or certified checks made payable to JW Ligon Alumni Association will be accepted. Mail payment to P.O. Box 40475 Raleigh, NC 27604. Contact Brenae Jones for additional information.
o Our Special Hotel Rate is $94.00 + tax, for a standard room. The cut-off date for room reservations is June 15, 2012. After this date, the cost is $119.00 + tax. The call name for room reservation is Code-JWLJWLA.
o Friday, July 6, 2012, Meet and Greet 6:00pm - 12:00pm, Crabtree Marriott Hospitality Suite 615, refreshments and entertainment.
o Sunday, July 8, 2012, Sunday afternoon social, Kappa House, 750 King Richard Road, Raleigh, NC 27610, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm; food served from 4:00 – 6:00 pm; present ticket from alumni dance or $20.00 per person donation. BYOB
· Class of 1967 is sponsoring a Spring Fling 45th Reunion Fundraiser, Friday, April 27, 2012 Heather Hills Clubhouse, 901 Claymore Drive, Garner, NC 8:00 pm – 1:00 am, featuring Lo-K- Shun Band, Food-Fun-Flavor, Dress to Impress FYI- (919)779-9037, Alicia Adcock, BYOB donation $25.00.
· It was reported that there is a balance of $2,600 in the account from last year’s class reunion. The sub-committee members requested a copy of the financial report. The sub-committee also requested that the J.W. Ligon Jr./Sr. High School Alumni Association have an independent financial audit.
· The Board name has been changed to the J.W. Ligon Jr./Sr. High School Alumni Association, Inc.
· Council Committee is now considered the Sub-Committee
Members: J.W. Ligon Jr./Sr. High School Alumni Association, Inc.
Harry Payne, Chairperson
Richmond Davis
Mary Peay
Ray Haywood
Charles McKoy
Ann Hodges
Ernest Sanders, Jr.
Betsy Bryant
Carolyn Chippey
Alexander King
Dwight Peebles
Next meeting date April 5, 2012. Meeting adjourned 7:30pm
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
June 18th Meeting Notes
J. W. LIGON CLASS OF 1968 - MEETING MINUTES
SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2011
K & W CAFETERIA - TOWER SHOPPING CENTER - RALEIGH, NC
Present: Michael Corbett, Bertha Helen Davis, Gail Flagg Cromwell, Alice Banks-Lambright, Brenae Moore Jones, Shirley Moore (’71); Gail Holden (guest), Janet Howard
After dinner, Mike Corbett called the meeting to order.
Brenae Moore Jones, the class representation on the Ligon National Alumni Council, provided a detailed report. See below.
JUNE 16, 2011 COUNCIL MEETING
HELD AT THE HOME OF MS. CAROLYN CHIPPY ‘59, ATTENDANCE 11.
Business of importance, Ms. Chippy and Ms. Adcock attended the board meeting on last Tuesday
· Tickets for reunion are $50 per person until 6:00 Sat., July 2; tickets will be available for $55.00 at Alumni Dance door
· Proceeds from the Valentine’s Dance held at the Blue Martini will be used to pay for the band (Reunion); paid $1,200; total cost of band $1,500
· All monies for tickets will be collected by class reps and submitted to the designated Alumni Reunion Dance coordinator
· Each class is responsible for twenty (20) tickets
· Board will provide gratis tickets to Ligon teachers; tickets are not transferable if that teacher is unable to attend reunion activities
· There will be an Alumni hospitality room (included in your ticket cost) for Friday Night and Saturday Night; light refreshments will be provided; only beer and wine allowed; times will be Friday night 6:00pm – midnight and Saturday 4:00pm – 6:00pm
· Reunion Dance menu will be the same as previous years
· Board made a suggestion that each class give a donation of $50 toward the National Scholarship to be presented to one of the Black Colleges with the college choosing the recipient; the council voted and the motion did not pass
· Board will elect new officers in August
· Council is suggesting that the Board (self-selected Ligon grads who have coordinated this Annual Event) and the Council become one functioning body
· General Ligon Alumni Shirts are available for the reunion, $18.95, women’s caps $9.00; men's caps $8.50
· Cookout on Sunday – additional cost for children ages 6-13 - $7, over thirteen $10.00
· Council has an email address councilligon@gmail.com
· Contact Lacy Morgan (‘65) at gainesmorgan @yahoo.com if you would like to join the J W Ligon Jr/Sr HS National Alumni facebook page
· Council committee will post minutes and other pertinent information on this facebook site
· To activate site, 25 facebook friends, need to ‘friend’ the site
· All council meetings are open to anyone that would like to attend
· Council meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:00 at the home of Ms. Carolyn Chippy ‘59
· Council committee includes representatives from classes 1954-1973
· Financial Report will be given to the Council Committee after reunion with a full report of all expenses and income
· Meeting adjourned at 7:00 - Respectfully, Brenae Moore-Jones, ’68 Class Rep
The President and members thanked Brenae for accepting this responsibility and for presenting a excellent, detailed report.
IMPORTANT Note: Michael Corbett has the tickets for the Alumni Weekend activities. Contact Mike for your ticket, $50 in advance and $55 at the door. Tickets will be available for advance sales until 6 PM, Sat., July 2.; after 6 PM, all tickets are $55. Mike can be reached @ 616 W. CABARRUS ST, RALEIGH. Before going to his business location, call to insure that he is there – 919.828.2230.
The obituary for James Hicks and the beautiful plaque presented to the Class from the Harriet B. Webster Task Force for Student Success, Inc., for our support of a $500 scholarship were circulated for all to see. The plaque will reside with our historian, Helen Montague Davis. Helen added that the plaque will be available for viewing at our next major event.
Mike reported that he will follow-up with the Blue Martini during mid to late July regarding a September or October fundraiser. October we typically go the Corbett Farm for our meeting and FUUUUUUNNNN!
Since the Alumni Weekend Event includes a hospitality suite for all classes on Friday and Saturday nights, the class will not have a separate hospitality suite.
Our next meeting will be in August. Date and location will be announced as soon as confirmed.
REMEMBER . . .
William Walker retired this year after more than 30 years as an educator. When you see him, thank him for his service.
To submit details for a travel event that you would like the class to sponsor.
Alumni Weekend tickets are available from Mike Corbett.
Reminder: yearly assessment, $50.00 and $25 for the scholarship fund = $75. Mail dues to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
NEXT MEETING IN AUGUST, DATE/LOCATION - TBA
SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2011
K & W CAFETERIA - TOWER SHOPPING CENTER - RALEIGH, NC
Present: Michael Corbett, Bertha Helen Davis, Gail Flagg Cromwell, Alice Banks-Lambright, Brenae Moore Jones, Shirley Moore (’71); Gail Holden (guest), Janet Howard
After dinner, Mike Corbett called the meeting to order.
Brenae Moore Jones, the class representation on the Ligon National Alumni Council, provided a detailed report. See below.
JUNE 16, 2011 COUNCIL MEETING
HELD AT THE HOME OF MS. CAROLYN CHIPPY ‘59, ATTENDANCE 11.
Business of importance, Ms. Chippy and Ms. Adcock attended the board meeting on last Tuesday
· Tickets for reunion are $50 per person until 6:00 Sat., July 2; tickets will be available for $55.00 at Alumni Dance door
· Proceeds from the Valentine’s Dance held at the Blue Martini will be used to pay for the band (Reunion); paid $1,200; total cost of band $1,500
· All monies for tickets will be collected by class reps and submitted to the designated Alumni Reunion Dance coordinator
· Each class is responsible for twenty (20) tickets
· Board will provide gratis tickets to Ligon teachers; tickets are not transferable if that teacher is unable to attend reunion activities
· There will be an Alumni hospitality room (included in your ticket cost) for Friday Night and Saturday Night; light refreshments will be provided; only beer and wine allowed; times will be Friday night 6:00pm – midnight and Saturday 4:00pm – 6:00pm
· Reunion Dance menu will be the same as previous years
· Board made a suggestion that each class give a donation of $50 toward the National Scholarship to be presented to one of the Black Colleges with the college choosing the recipient; the council voted and the motion did not pass
· Board will elect new officers in August
· Council is suggesting that the Board (self-selected Ligon grads who have coordinated this Annual Event) and the Council become one functioning body
· General Ligon Alumni Shirts are available for the reunion, $18.95, women’s caps $9.00; men's caps $8.50
· Cookout on Sunday – additional cost for children ages 6-13 - $7, over thirteen $10.00
· Council has an email address councilligon@gmail.com
· Contact Lacy Morgan (‘65) at gainesmorgan @yahoo.com if you would like to join the J W Ligon Jr/Sr HS National Alumni facebook page
· Council committee will post minutes and other pertinent information on this facebook site
· To activate site, 25 facebook friends, need to ‘friend’ the site
· All council meetings are open to anyone that would like to attend
· Council meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:00 at the home of Ms. Carolyn Chippy ‘59
· Council committee includes representatives from classes 1954-1973
· Financial Report will be given to the Council Committee after reunion with a full report of all expenses and income
· Meeting adjourned at 7:00 - Respectfully, Brenae Moore-Jones, ’68 Class Rep
The President and members thanked Brenae for accepting this responsibility and for presenting a excellent, detailed report.
IMPORTANT Note: Michael Corbett has the tickets for the Alumni Weekend activities. Contact Mike for your ticket, $50 in advance and $55 at the door. Tickets will be available for advance sales until 6 PM, Sat., July 2.; after 6 PM, all tickets are $55. Mike can be reached @ 616 W. CABARRUS ST, RALEIGH. Before going to his business location, call to insure that he is there – 919.828.2230.
The obituary for James Hicks and the beautiful plaque presented to the Class from the Harriet B. Webster Task Force for Student Success, Inc., for our support of a $500 scholarship were circulated for all to see. The plaque will reside with our historian, Helen Montague Davis. Helen added that the plaque will be available for viewing at our next major event.
Mike reported that he will follow-up with the Blue Martini during mid to late July regarding a September or October fundraiser. October we typically go the Corbett Farm for our meeting and FUUUUUUNNNN!
Since the Alumni Weekend Event includes a hospitality suite for all classes on Friday and Saturday nights, the class will not have a separate hospitality suite.
Our next meeting will be in August. Date and location will be announced as soon as confirmed.
REMEMBER . . .
William Walker retired this year after more than 30 years as an educator. When you see him, thank him for his service.
To submit details for a travel event that you would like the class to sponsor.
Alumni Weekend tickets are available from Mike Corbett.
Reminder: yearly assessment, $50.00 and $25 for the scholarship fund = $75. Mail dues to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
NEXT MEETING IN AUGUST, DATE/LOCATION - TBA
Sunday, May 15, 2011
May 14th Meeting Minutes
J. W. LIGON CLASS OF 1968 - MEETING MINUTES
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2011
K & W CAFETERIA - TOWER SHOPPING CENTER - RALEIGH, NC
Present: Pauletta Brown Gaither, Michael Corbett, Bertha Helen Davis, Esther Delany, Gail Flagg Cromwell, Glorias McCullers Lee, Geneva Rogers Hill, Gail (guest), Otis Allen, Janet Howard
After dinner, Mike Corbett called the meeting to order.
The Treasurer’s Report showed a bank balance of $1704.64 with no expenditures since our last meeting.
The President asked about the status of our scholarship award. Members discussed past procedures and recipients; our class has awarded more than $3000 in scholarships. Janet Howard suggested that the class sponsor a scholarship through the Harriet B. Webster Task Force for Student Success. She reported that the Task Force awards scholarships to graduating seniors who have participated in its Student Ambassador program at least 2 years and who have volunteered a minimum of sixteen hours of service per year to a non-profit agency. The selected students would receive a Task Force Scholarship sponsored by the J. W. Ligon Class of 1968. Geneva Rogers Hill offered the motion that the class provide $500 for this scholarship; the motion was seconded by Pauletta Brown-Gaither and passed unanimously.
The discussion moved to a fund-raiser activity. Mike Corbett offered to contact the Blue Martini owner for the details of a fund-raiser. The members decided to make additional contacts – club/community locales w/a 1-2 AM departure time. Class members agreed that this fund-raiser would entail pre-selling tickets @$10/each. The proposed activity date is after Labor Day – 2011
Discussion about the 45th celebration in 2013 was tabled.
Glorias McCullers-Lee, who declined an invitation to sit on the Ligon Alumni Committee, agreed to ask when the Saturday Alumni dance is moving back to Raleigh from the Sheraton Hotel, RTP. She will report at our next meeting.
Everyone agreed that the class would like to sponsor a travel event. Several years ago class members went to Charleston, SC. Savannah was suggested. Members are asked to bring ideas with details to our next meeting.
Reminder: yearly assessment, $50.00 and $25 for the scholarship fund = $75. Mail dues to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Gail Flagg Cromwell is the Women’s Day speaker In the Beginning Church, Vandora Springs Rd (across from Hardee’s) Garner, NC on Sun., June 5, 3 pm. Gwen Robertson Horton is the pastor
William Walker is retiring after 35 years of WCPSS teaching and more than 20 years with the NC State Math Science Education Network (MSEN) Program. William also served in the US Army and taught Karate more than 35 years. Wake County students and their families will sorely miss this outstanding teacher and education advocate. Hats off!!!
Words of Encouragement Cards will be sent to
Brenda Peebles and Iris Rogers Brooks
NEXT MONTH JUNE 18TH (3RD /SAT) AT K & W CAFETERIA TOWER
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2011
K & W CAFETERIA - TOWER SHOPPING CENTER - RALEIGH, NC
Present: Pauletta Brown Gaither, Michael Corbett, Bertha Helen Davis, Esther Delany, Gail Flagg Cromwell, Glorias McCullers Lee, Geneva Rogers Hill, Gail (guest), Otis Allen, Janet Howard
After dinner, Mike Corbett called the meeting to order.
The Treasurer’s Report showed a bank balance of $1704.64 with no expenditures since our last meeting.
The President asked about the status of our scholarship award. Members discussed past procedures and recipients; our class has awarded more than $3000 in scholarships. Janet Howard suggested that the class sponsor a scholarship through the Harriet B. Webster Task Force for Student Success. She reported that the Task Force awards scholarships to graduating seniors who have participated in its Student Ambassador program at least 2 years and who have volunteered a minimum of sixteen hours of service per year to a non-profit agency. The selected students would receive a Task Force Scholarship sponsored by the J. W. Ligon Class of 1968. Geneva Rogers Hill offered the motion that the class provide $500 for this scholarship; the motion was seconded by Pauletta Brown-Gaither and passed unanimously.
The discussion moved to a fund-raiser activity. Mike Corbett offered to contact the Blue Martini owner for the details of a fund-raiser. The members decided to make additional contacts – club/community locales w/a 1-2 AM departure time. Class members agreed that this fund-raiser would entail pre-selling tickets @$10/each. The proposed activity date is after Labor Day – 2011
Discussion about the 45th celebration in 2013 was tabled.
Glorias McCullers-Lee, who declined an invitation to sit on the Ligon Alumni Committee, agreed to ask when the Saturday Alumni dance is moving back to Raleigh from the Sheraton Hotel, RTP. She will report at our next meeting.
Everyone agreed that the class would like to sponsor a travel event. Several years ago class members went to Charleston, SC. Savannah was suggested. Members are asked to bring ideas with details to our next meeting.
Reminder: yearly assessment, $50.00 and $25 for the scholarship fund = $75. Mail dues to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Gail Flagg Cromwell is the Women’s Day speaker In the Beginning Church, Vandora Springs Rd (across from Hardee’s) Garner, NC on Sun., June 5, 3 pm. Gwen Robertson Horton is the pastor
William Walker is retiring after 35 years of WCPSS teaching and more than 20 years with the NC State Math Science Education Network (MSEN) Program. William also served in the US Army and taught Karate more than 35 years. Wake County students and their families will sorely miss this outstanding teacher and education advocate. Hats off!!!
Words of Encouragement Cards will be sent to
Brenda Peebles and Iris Rogers Brooks
NEXT MONTH JUNE 18TH (3RD /SAT) AT K & W CAFETERIA TOWER
Monday, November 8, 2010
Meeting Notes, Sat., Oct. 30, noon - Corbett's Family Farm - WOW!
Class Meeting
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Corbetts' Farm - Roxboro, NC
The meeting convened at noon with a general discussion about our yearly assessment of $50.00 per year and the scholarship fund of $25.00 per year; reminder: we can pay both in installments. Our fiscal year is July 1 to June 30th; therefore, we are now receiving 2011 payments. Dues can be mailed to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
Mike prepared a delicious meal; class members were surprised when we were treated to a hayride. It was a beautiful cool autumn day; as our pictures show, the leaves flamed with their fall colors. This was a real treat – a pond, beaver shelters, awesome farmland, and a local family history lesson as we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. What a GREAT time!
Our next meeting will be in December. Date and place to be announced.
Be safe and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Corbetts' Farm - Roxboro, NC
The meeting convened at noon with a general discussion about our yearly assessment of $50.00 per year and the scholarship fund of $25.00 per year; reminder: we can pay both in installments. Our fiscal year is July 1 to June 30th; therefore, we are now receiving 2011 payments. Dues can be mailed to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
Mike prepared a delicious meal; class members were surprised when we were treated to a hayride. It was a beautiful cool autumn day; as our pictures show, the leaves flamed with their fall colors. This was a real treat – a pond, beaver shelters, awesome farmland, and a local family history lesson as we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. What a GREAT time!
Our next meeting will be in December. Date and place to be announced.
Be safe and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
May 1, 2010 Class Meeting Minutes
The JW Ligon Class of 1968 meeting convened at 4 pm on Sat., May 1, 2010 at Carolina Barbecue Restaurant, Hwy 70, Garner.
Present: Michael Corbett, Carolyn Lee Bray, Bertha Helen Davis, Geneva Rogers Hill, Toney Bethea, Clarence Williams, Gail Flagg Cromwell, Betty Leach Rogers, Esther Delany, and Janet Howard
The members shared a meal before the president Michael Corbett called the meeting to order for our business discussion.
Rev. Gail Flagg Cromwell shared the Homegoing Service Program for Mr. Winston McCullers, Jr., the father of Glorias McCullers Lee. The Class provided a live plant. Several class members attended - Sisters Gail, Esther, Glenda, Sheila and Janet.
The President suggested that the we have a class members' 60th birthday party. The suggested date is Fri., July 2. Gwendolyn's Lounge on Rock Quarry is available w/gratis space and DJ. Light refreshments will be provided. Class members' admission will be $10 per couple and the public admission will be $10 per person. Other places will be checked for availability.
The President reminded us that the annual dues is $50 and $25 toward the scholarship fund, total of $75. Our fiscal year is July 1 to June 30th; therefore, 2011 payments are due. Dues can be mailed to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
The treasurer, Tony Bethea, reported that we have $1100 in our account. He added that we needed to designate an amount toward the scholarship fund. Janet Howard offered a motion that $500 be appropriated to the scholarship fund; Alice Banks seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
The President asked that we encourage graduating high school students with post-secondary education plans to apply. Betty Leach asked about criteria for the scholarship. An essay is required. Explicit criteria will be developed.
We congratulated Tony Bethea again on his birthday that his daughters planned for him on April 24. Members also greeted Linwood Settle who was being treated to a surprise birthday party at the Carolina Barbecue.
The members decided that the next meeting would be the first Sat., in June 5 at - 4pm, Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, 1504 U.S. 70, Garner, NC 27529, (919) 772-6603.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:50 pm.
Present: Michael Corbett, Carolyn Lee Bray, Bertha Helen Davis, Geneva Rogers Hill, Toney Bethea, Clarence Williams, Gail Flagg Cromwell, Betty Leach Rogers, Esther Delany, and Janet Howard
The members shared a meal before the president Michael Corbett called the meeting to order for our business discussion.
Rev. Gail Flagg Cromwell shared the Homegoing Service Program for Mr. Winston McCullers, Jr., the father of Glorias McCullers Lee. The Class provided a live plant. Several class members attended - Sisters Gail, Esther, Glenda, Sheila and Janet.
The President suggested that the we have a class members' 60th birthday party. The suggested date is Fri., July 2. Gwendolyn's Lounge on Rock Quarry is available w/gratis space and DJ. Light refreshments will be provided. Class members' admission will be $10 per couple and the public admission will be $10 per person. Other places will be checked for availability.
The President reminded us that the annual dues is $50 and $25 toward the scholarship fund, total of $75. Our fiscal year is July 1 to June 30th; therefore, 2011 payments are due. Dues can be mailed to Mike’s business address – 616 W. Cabarrus ST Raleigh, NC 27603. Make checks payable to J. W. Ligon Class 1968; no checks payable to Mike.
The treasurer, Tony Bethea, reported that we have $1100 in our account. He added that we needed to designate an amount toward the scholarship fund. Janet Howard offered a motion that $500 be appropriated to the scholarship fund; Alice Banks seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
The President asked that we encourage graduating high school students with post-secondary education plans to apply. Betty Leach asked about criteria for the scholarship. An essay is required. Explicit criteria will be developed.
We congratulated Tony Bethea again on his birthday that his daughters planned for him on April 24. Members also greeted Linwood Settle who was being treated to a surprise birthday party at the Carolina Barbecue.
The members decided that the next meeting would be the first Sat., in June 5 at - 4pm, Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, 1504 U.S. 70, Garner, NC 27529, (919) 772-6603.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:50 pm.
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