Recently, the Marco Island Historical Society (MIHS) convened for its Annual Meeting and Holiday Luncheon at The Rookery of Marco, marking the beginning of the holiday season. After enjoying a delightful meal, the meeting commenced with MIHS Past-President Alan Sandlin installing the 2025 MIHS Board of Directors and Officers, followed by a special acknowledgment of Our Daily Bread Food Pantry. Attendees were encouraged to contribute food items to aid the Pantry in its mission to combat food insecurity.
After six years of dedicated service as President of the MIHS Board of Directors, Mike O’Rourke transitioned to the role of Immediate Past-President, while Tish Champagne was honored as the newly appointed Board President. Mike encouraged the Marco Island Historical Society to maintain its tradition of excellence in fulfilling its mission of preserving history.
Pat Rutledge, Chief Executive Officer of the MIHS, reflected on the successes and challenges faced in 2024, as well as the Society’s commitment to keep Marco Island’s history alive for future generations. Pat ended by saying, “None of our achievements would be possible without our dedicated volunteers, Collier County partners, staff, Board and Committee members, Society members and supporters.”
The meeting wrapped up with the recitation of a heartfelt poem, titled "Christmas Eve on Marco" by an unknown author, performed by Linda and Alan Sandlin. The poem concludes with the lines, "And I heard him exclaim as he went on his way - 'Merry Christmas, Marco Island, I wish I could stay.'"
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