Al Tollefson on "Shaping Our Community, Vol. I
Our Program on November 1st was given by Al Tollefson. Al is a former member of our club, a lifelong resident of the area (as is his wife), and a local businessman.
Al and his son Adam have written and compiled a history book about the area titled, “Shaping Our Community, Volume I.” The concept is that most of the stories and lore of the area will die with our generation, and will be lost forever. He and his son started the project of incorporating those stories in their historical context, and their book has been recently published.
Al and his son Adam have written and compiled a history book about the area titled, “Shaping Our Community, Volume I.” The concept is that most of the stories and lore of the area will die with our generation, and will be lost forever. He and his son started the project of incorporating those stories in their historical context, and their book has been recently published. Many local residents contributed their stories, so the book is not your usual history book. Stories about Jimmy, and Vic Bacon and Ray Mason and all of the other recent business people are intermingled with stories about Rev. Galpin and John Aldritt. Most of the business people in the history of Excelsior have been members of our club. The book is for sale at www.ucahoot.com
Last week was a big week with New Member Michelle Seets; Goodbye to Bayview and Casey; and STRIVE with Cristie Keppeler on Attitudes!
