St Anthony Historical Society Annual Meeting

Sunday, Nov. 17, 4 pm, St. Anthony Village City Hall. Join them for a late afternoon program to share photos from their individual “Archives” of life in the Village since its incorporation in 1945. Mary Henry, a local graphic artist, art educator, and designer of two of the historical books published by the Historical Society, will be with them to describe a new project that she has taken on for the Society. With a working title of “Snap Shots Through 75 Years,” it is being planned for release and sale in 2020, the 75th anniversary of the incorporation of St. Anthony Village. The planned format will be similar to Sunday newspaper magazines. Bring photos with descriptive captions including an approximate date, identification of persons or places, photographer and person providing the picture if available. Of special interest are snapshots that include people in attendance at community events or happenings; photos from the 1940’s and 1950’s are in short supply. If you want your photo returned, please provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope. The Society’s most recent book “Hit the Deck and Pray: The 1984 St. Anthony Tornado,” was released this time last year. This book and others will be available for sale.

Light refreshments will be available. A short business meeting will precede the program. Your invited to join the Society. Since 2005 the mission of their volunteer organization has been “to collect, preserve, and disseminate historical knowledge about the City of St. Anthony Village.” Their funding is solely through book sales, memberships and donor contributions. Support their efforts and join their group. Annual membership is $25. A membership application and return envelope are included. Membership is not required to attend.