It’s Casino Night at Flagler Woman’s Club.
Flagler Woman’s Club invites you to the organization’s biggest fundraiser ever on Saturday, February 25 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Casino Night event will be held at the Italian American Social Club, 45 N. Old Kings Road in Palm Coast. Information and tickets can be purchased at The Woman’s Club website: flaglerwomansclub.org
The Flagler Woman’s Club was organized in 1946 as the Flagler Civic Club by a group of 13 women to foster community service and provide for social meetings among its members. The club also plays a leading role in hosting informational candidate forums for county, municipal and school board elections (as it will on Feb. 21 for the Flagler Beach election.)
It has a relatively long history. One of the group’s first civic projects was to refurbish what used to be Flagler Beach Elementary School, which had been closed during World War II.
When the members decided to build their own clubhouse, two lots were purchased from a member and fundraising was started for the Building Fund. The building was started in 1958 with $4,000. At completion, the property was appraised at $16,000. Along with fundraising projects, contributions were made and the mortgage was paid in full in 1964. The club is still at its august home at 1524 South Central Avenue in Flagler Beach. (Because the club has its home base in Flagler Beach, it’s occasionally been mistaken for a Flagler Beach club, when it is, in fact, a countywide club.)
Throughout the year, the 100-member Woman’s Club participates in service projects and in scholarship awards. The Club currently and annually donates considerable funds to over 20 local Flagler County charitable organizations.
Questions regarding the fundraiser can be directed to board members Deborah Phillips (312/607-8200) or Shelly Bowen at (630/209-9660). You don;t have to be a woman to take part in Casino Night, for a great cause and a fun evening.
Sandra R Meyer says
Can anyone shed some light on the club’s political association. Are they on the conservative or liberal side?
FlaglerLive says
The club is non-partisan.
Sandra R Meyer says
Hmmm, hardly anything is non-partisan or bi-partisan anymore – especially in FL. I was thinking of joining the club and help with the charities (would like to know what those are, since they weren’t mentioned in the article). Guess I’ll have to go to a meeting to get a feel of the climate.
BMW says
Correct me if I’m wrong, but the importance of the fundraiser is to collect funds to make much needed repairs to the 1958 structure that serves as a meeting place for many of the County’s residents. Too many of the iconic structures in Flagler Beach have gone to the wayside and it is imperative for those who understand the importance of the Flagler Woman’s Club, as well as the historic structure, to support this cause. Went to the website to learn about their many civic activities and to see the building can be rented for events. Kudos to those who serve.
Sandra R Meyer says
Ok, Thanks! I didn’t realize the even is raising money to restore the building. I am all behind that! I will go to the website to see what charities they support. That is very important to me. I support many on my own – mostly that support our earth, animals and children.
Deborah Phillips says
This is Deborah Phillips and I am on the board of the Club. Our next member meeting is Wednesday at 9:30. Come for breakfast and a great meeting! You can then learn whatever you need about us!
Dimes out says
Is there any update about casino gambling becoming legal in Florida outside of the Native American tribal lands ? Seems to me that would give the area the economic boost it’s looking for not to mention the tax revenue it generates