Endeavour View Club celebrates 20 years

The Endeavour View Club celebrated its 20th birthday on June 2 at the Everglades Country Club, with a butterfly theme.

National president Ms Brenda Harrold and national councillor Ms Thelma Chant were guests for "a day of friendship and fun, while working for the Smith Family Charity," said club publicity officer Ms Viv Donovan.

"Formed in the Bicentennial Year 1988, it was fitting that the club was named after Captain James Cook's ship Endeavour.

"The first meeting was held in the home of Valerie George, where the work of the Smith Family was discussed, raising money to help families in need.

"A committee was formed and the first meeting was held on May 11, 1988, at the Ettalong Breach Memorial Club."

Ms Donovan said 40 women attended and were entertained by The Peninsula Players.

"The Inaugural Luncheon was held on June 8, 1988, with guest speaker Kim Demmeson.

"Our membership has now grown to 76, with many outings, social events and special guest speakers."

Press release, 4 Jun 2008 Viv Donovan, Endeavour View Club