Gwen Berry
The HPCC Board recently jumped at an opportunity for the community to begin connecting again. COVID restrictions were easing here in Klickitat County; and fine spring weather had banished the last of our winter isolation. Vice-President Sharon Aleckson sent out a community-wide email invitation to what she called a “soft” opening event at the Community Center – an informal, coffee-and-pastries open house scheduled for Saturday morning, April 17, 2021.
“This is a great way to meet and greet your High Prairie neighbors. For those new to the community, we are located at 701 Struck Rd, the other side of the Fire Department,” Sharon’s invitation read.
The gathering took place as scheduled – and yes, it was a great way to meet and greet High Prairie neighbors. The tables were dressed up with spring flowers, and there was a very nice spread of pastries, fruit, and cheese and crackers to go with coffee or tea. Although it wasn’t a large crowd, it included lots of new faces; and it was a pleasure getting together for the first time in over a year.
Looking forward, Board Treasurer Henry Gerhard reports that more community gatherings are anticipated in the future. “We have had some chats regarding a picnic late June / early July and also a fall and holiday event. However, everything is only vaguely defined and subject to change until the COVID protocols are better resolved.” The HPCC Board will continue to meet on a monthly basis, but there will be no HPCC open meetings until further notice.’