STEUBENVILLE — Members of the Funseekers Club met April 2 at the Breakfast Club.

President Cathy DiBenedetto opened the meeting by introducing Joan Bugin, who led with a short reading from “Some Rain Must Fall,” followed by giving the blessing, leading in the reciting of the pledge and singing “God Bless America.”

Those with April birthdays and anniversaries were recognized, along with members who are recovering from surgery or illness.

Dinner was served to the 40 members in attendance, after which officials announced the suspending of the secretary and treasurer’s reports to allow extra time for the Brown Bag Auction.

Joe DiBenedetto and Larry Bauer conducted the auction that benefits the group’s treasury.

DiBenedetto announced the elections of new officers will take place in the near future and members should consider running for one of the offices. Officers hold their position for a period of two years, beginning in September and running through August 2027.

“The future of Funseekers depends on members stepping up to lead the club,” officials commented.

Upcoming tours and trips were reviewed, along with the announcement of a new activity being added to the list.

All tours are open to the public, officials noted.

Tour Director Regina Truax announced the following tours are available: Bally’s Atlantic City Casino Resort, May 18-21; Sugarcreek, June 27; “Sister Act” at Lincoln Park, June 29; Hartville Acres, July 18; Pittsburgh Pirates hosting the Chicago White Sox, includes bus ride, $10 in food and game tickets, July 20; Everett Railroad and Western Maryland Scenic Tour, July 23-25; Seneca Resorts and Casino, Sept. 24-26; Christmas in New York, Rockettes show, Nov. 17-20; and the Oglebay Festival of Lights, Nov. 21.

For tour information, contact Truax at (304) 723-0419.

Kim Stempien presented the door prizes for the April meeting.

Door prize winners included, Cathy DiBenetto, Jeannette Panebianco, Phyllis Riapos, Lee Lewis, Terry Mamula, Chris Sklenar, Ray Dalfanzo, Marily Izzy, Rose Champano and Bauer.

Door prizes for May will be presented by Valerie Rowland.

The 50/50 drawing was won by Chappano.

The Funseekers Club will hold its next meeting on Wednesday at Undo’s in Weirton.

Entertainment will be provided.