Bailey Brower, Jr. Presents Chatham Township History at April 27 Meeting

Bailey Brower and his wife Taz attended the April 27 meeting. Bailey has lived his life in Chatham Township and his roots go back to 1640 when ancestors emigrated from Holland to Manhattan. Shortly before the Revolutionary War, ancestors moved to Chatham Township and have played an important part of the community ever since. Bailey is a member of the Township Committee and has been active in government for many years. He and his wife Taz managed the Noe Pond Club. He spoke about the history of Chatham Township, giving inside details of evolution of our town. Kiwanis club members were fascinated by his stories and an active Q and A session followed his remarks. He suggested reading the following book to learn more: "Memories Entwined with Roses" by Ruth Pierson Churchill. He also recommended visiting the Chatham Township Historical Society for maps and other information.

April 2010 Programs

Kiwanis Club of the Chathams These programs arranged by the April committee: Bailey Brower, Dave Pike, Alan Robertson, Bill Williams and Ron Whalin 

April 6 - Brooklake Lunch - Bernadette Jusinski and Jackie Wiegand will speak about a new information collection for the Library of the Chathams. The collection of media will be a resource for people planning for or already in retirement.

April 13 - Booklake Lunch - Jim O'Neill, Superintendent of the Chatham School District will speak on the proposed budget and other plans for Chatham schools.

April 20 - Charlie Brown's Breakfast - Dick Plambeck will introduce Christine Hodde, Executive Director American Red Cross Colonial Crossroads Chapter.

April 27 - Charlie Brown's Breakfast - Bailey Brower will speak on early Happenings, history and building eras of the Township from his family's prospective.