Before January’s tragic events at the Perry High School, the teacher-members of Nu Alpha Gamma shared a holiday gathering at the Hotel Pattee.
“A book is a gift you can open again and again,” according to humorist Garrison Keillor, and the Nu Alpha Gamma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International embraced that idea at a book-themed Christmas party at their December meeting.
Members answered roll call with their favorite author, and later played “Guess the Christmas Carol,” with winning teams receiving a Christmas book of their choice.
Following the business meeting, a gift exchange consisting of a wrapped book was conducted, following clues given by Nu Alpha Gamma Program Chair Marlene Johnson.
In an era that seems now sadly remote, lots of good-hearted fun was shared as members tried to follow directions for the exchange. Christmas carols were sung at the conclusion of the meeting.
Nu Alpha Gamma is the local chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International for women educators.
Marlene Johnson is the program chairperson of the Nu Alpha Gamma Chapter.
