After nearly 10 years The Friends of Woodmen Hall are still going strong and are as dedicated as ever to the restoration of the Hall. With the help of the Senior Services and the Lopez community the building has become a shining star. It is the home of Lopez Senior Services and all their programs. It also sees many clubs, organizations, meetings, and private parties use it each week.

What happened to the ramp we promised, you ask? The Friends have raised the funds to build the required ADA accessible ramp out the back of the building. We have the monies, we have the county approval, and we are actively seeking contractors to bid on the project. If you are an interested contractor please contact Gayle Isbell at 468 3266 to get the plan for the ramp.

Where do we go next? This is a 100+ year old building! There will never be a lack of projects that would enhance the Hall. There are electrical issues that need to be addressed. The stage would be more useable with a stage apron. We want to add a “green room” and a storage area at the back of the building. Outside we would like to see picnic tables, and enhanced landscaping. If the Seniors and the Lopez community are interested we could add a horseshoe or shuffle board area. We welcome your input concerning what would make the Hall more useable for you.

Lastly, we made the huge decision to move the date of the annual Memorial Day Weekend Auction/Yard sale. The new date for 2016 will be Sunday, Aug. 28. Please mark your calendars now. We have already collected many exciting treasures that we know you will just love to take home.

Stop by and see us at the Nov. 28 preschool bazaar. Tell us what you would like to see happen at the Hall.