Issue 334, May 25, 2026
“Hurricane season brings a humbling reminder that, despite our technologies, most of nature remains unpredictable.” — Diane Ackerman The start of hurricane season is upon us, bringing with it the annual reminder for coastal communities to be prepared for hurricanes by stocking up on emergency supplies, creating a family evacuation plan, securing homes, & staying informed through reliable […]
Issue 333, May 17, 2026
“Summer means happy times and good sunshine. It means going to the beach, going to Disney World, having fun.” — Brian Wilson As the warm summer days unfold, families embraces every moment of vacation time with the kids. Weekends are filled with sizzling summer bar-b-ques in the backyard, where laughter echoes alongside the aroma of […]
Issue 332, May 10, 2026
“God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers.” — Rudyard Kipling On this special day, we honor our mothers as the true givers of life, whose pure & unconditional love creates a safe haven for us all in our hearts & home. With boundless tenderness, caring, & kindness, they nurtured our hearts & […]
Issue 331, May 3, 2026
We have another sad announcement to make about one of our members. Pauline Smith, a longtime secretary of SBMC & our first female member, both milestones in their own right, has passed away. We would like to send our heartfelt prayers & condolences to her family during this time of sorrow. Pauline’s dedication & support […]


