Page 8 - Retiree News Winter 2025

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Retirees active in region’s Festivals of Light
COMMACK — The CSEA Long Island Region Human Rights Committee held its annual Festivals of Light ceremony.
As always,
CSEA retiree members were heavily involved
in the event,
which included readings about the various religious and cultural observances
CSEA members participate in during the holiday season, musical performances, and a visit from St. Nick. The evening ended with refreshments and fellowship.
— Wendi Bowie
Every year, CSEA Suffolk Area Retirees Local 920 member Mary Ledger entertains the crowd by playing holiday songs on her accordion.
CSEA Suffolk Area Retirees Local 920 activist Marian Hester, who also serves as vice chair of the region’s Human Rights Committee, shares the history of Christmas.
CSEA Nassau Area Retirees Local 919 Executive Vice President Stanley Bergman gives
a presentation about the story of Hanukkah.
CSEA Suffolk Area Retirees Local 920 activist Shirley Baker introduces the dance presentation for the night.
From left, CSEA Suffolk Area Retirees Local 920 3rd Vice President Ruby Thomas and CSEA Organizer Ursula Howard enjoy the festivities.
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