LUCERNE, Calif. – The Lake County Historical Society thanks its members and guests for attending the annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Lucerne Alpine Senior Center.

The dinner was delicious, thanks to Robert Clifton, director, and chefs Edith and Robert Clifton and staff.

Assisting with the serving and clean up were Gretchen Ferguson, 4-H leader, and her group of boys and girls. They did an outstanding job.

The group's guest speaker was Anita Crabtree of the Lake County Genealogical Society. Crabtree told them the fascinating story of the connection of Lake County and Daytona Beach, Florida; the life story of Helen Wilmans Baker Post and how it all came together.

Randy Ridgel displayed the beautiful queen-size quilt, “Churn Dash,” donated to the Historical Society by Daisy Gawellek for the fundraiser. The group offered many thanks to Gawallek.

New officers for 2012-13 include Catherine Quistgard, first vice-president; Dr. John Parker, second vice-president; and Kevin Engle, reelected District 1 director.

Remaining on the Board are Phil Smoley, president; Florence Peck, treasurer; Bonnie Skee, secretary; Jackie Ridgel, corresponding secretary; Patricia Wilson, District 3 director; Vi Smoley, District 4 director; Florence Chalk, District 5 director; and Ruby Glebe, director at-large.

The group thanked everyone who helped with the event and to all who attended to make it a wonderful day.