PETE HARMAN DAY
By Lana Price
It was one of those crisp fall days and a great turnout for Pete Harman Day. The room was wall to wall tables and decorations of autumn colors.
When questioned, four people raised their hands that had enjoyed the first Harman Day celebration in 1990, 22 years ago. Today in 2012, there were many familiar faces, husbands and wives as well as newbies who gathered.
Michael K Harris, a gifted fellow, entertained the mass with music reminiscent of many good years and times. The 60’s and 70’s kept everyone mesmerized in their chairs, some humming along with Michael’s great singing, as well as keeping us alert with his cleverly inserted humor.
Speaking with Harman folks, the overall jostling of; “Did you come here for the free meal, or for the desert?” Responses were collectively, ‘the good company and the celebration’ as well as years of celebrating Harman Day and what the Center means to them.
Here are a few tidbits over heard as the visiting was going on around the tables.
Bonnie told a story back to 1956 when at 17 she arrived in Utah and escapades of her youth.
George (a guitarist) was enjoying the camaraderie of everyone.
Alice mentioned that she would have put Michael Harris first on HER list of favorites, and Bernadine was smiling when she told me her nickname.
Even Bill (center council rep) seemed to enjoy his promotion to cleanup crew. Bill takes pride in helping at the Harman Center.
“Pete Harman, now 93, still sends his regrets of not being at the Harman Center for this annual celebration,” announced Jay Alexander (a representative since 1967). A host of associates and affiliates of the Harman family were introduced.
Donald Christensen & Son
Diane & Ryan Duckworth
Thelma & Duane Slaugh
Lee & Edy Parks
Shirley & Paul Hamblin
Corey Rushton
Janet & Randy Lint
In finale, Zenda elaborated on the family atmosphere of fun, laughter and good feelings generated by the staff and members who enjoy the “home away from home” value of the Harman Center.
Sherri Hatch, Jay Alexander, Jeanne Shiner, Jeremy Reid, and Wendy Smith
Many thanks to the staff from the Kentucky Fried Chicken people for the super delicious dinner.
Some of our patrons enjoying Pete Harman Day.
Thank you again Pete for all that you have made possible here.
