Muncie Times, Muncie, Delaware County, 20 April 2006 — Page 3

The Muncie Times • April 20, 2006 • Page 3

continued from page 1 “ The blessing we received is to celebrate our youth who are now grown up and parents themselves, some even grandparents, remember the good and positive things they received and have now entrusted the center’s programs to be passed on to their children”. Judy Mays, a member of the board of directors, wrote this tribute to the center: "If the walls could talk what would they say? Would there be talk of learning while hard at play? If the walls could talk what would we hear? Recitations of hope and lives free from fear? Would history unfold dark moments, as well as bright, as leaders in the day sought to encourage youth, teaching the power of right? "Would we sometimes have to catch the whispers or even hold our breath, praying against injustice, poverty and death? "Not always of the body, but of the spirit too, and always, yes always, determined to do the best you could do. Would we be reminded of the friendships forged and gaining a better understanding of self and that the pursuit of excellence is a journey not just limited to financial wealth? Would we be told of how character was built and cultural significance caught? Would we be assured that academic excellence was

also sought? "Values that extend throughout family and community and service that promotes humanity? Would we understand in history our historical place as the colored YMCA, South Madison Community Center, Multi over 40 years is traced? "Would we hear that our assignments were well done, but the truth of the mater is we’ve only just begun? Would we hear that despite coming physical change the purpose is still clear, the vision the same? Would we hear the applause for far too many to name? Would we hear the clarion call and diligently take heed? The call to service and respond to the need. We must remember our history and respect those who day by day, worked so hard to give our children, our families a better way. "Remember, celebrate, dedicate and consecrate- that’s what I hear the walls say "What has been can’t be erased, for God has ordained purpose in this historic place "When the dust has settled and a new chapter begins, the story will continue. This is not the end. But, as wisdom is a defense, money is, too, and it’s time that ownership is transferred to you You know who you are and what you must do, the next chapter written is up to you.

"Let’s go from this place and look beyond these walls, determined to invest whether it be great or small. No stronger legacy can we then live, whatever gift God gives us, in return we must give. We thank you, We thank you, one and all is the message I now hear from these hallowed walls." Harris said, “We want to thank all the sponsors and donors, the many parents and volunteers who have embraced and supported us through the years. We want the community to know that our doors are still open.”

The South Madison Community Center is open at 10 a.m. Monday through Friday. A special exercise program for seniors (SNAP) is held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday After School Powerhouse is from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. for elementary school children; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for middle and high school (^tildren. The Brother 2 Brother program is held 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday ; Spirit of David Y outh Dance Ministry, 6 p.m. to 7:30

p.m. Mondays; Cowgirls Phase II 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday; Boy Scouts meet 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday The center is scheduled for demolition to make way for more housing in Millenium Place. “We will be running our program from Garfield School after June 1 and will keep the community aware of our activities and developments,’’said Harris. For more information contact Harris at (765) 747-4750

1901E. Memorial Drive Muncie, Indiana Phone: 765-2S4-2593 Fax:765-289-3382

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