“For a long time, the women of the different clubs all over Springfield would meet at various locations such as churches or one of their own homes. They eventually wanted to establish their own clubhouse dedicated to the purposes of each subjective institution.”

“The timing for Advocacy Leadership Institute could not be more urgent. As we speak, the agencies and resources that have helped organizations like ours accomplish the most incredible things face tremendous uncertainty.”

In observance of Earth Day on April 22, students participated in community beautification projects.

“It’s also teaching a parent how to be that first teacher. Our simple instructions allow them to work on this over the summer, so they’re much better prepared when they start school in the fall. By having some of those basic skills learned before preschool, they just do that much better.”

“Hi Hat Social is all about creating memorable experiences," says Andrew Lazear, who along with co-owner Rod Hatfield will be celebrating the establishment's grand opening soon.