Flagler Beach, FL – While cops and donuts go together like peas and carrots, it was the Flagler Beach Fire Department on scene for flippin’ flapjacks with the ladies of the Flagler Woman’s Club on Saturday morning.
One of more than a dozen organizations the Flagler Woman’s Club raises money for throughout the year, Flagler Beach Fire Chief Bobby Pace was pleased to lend a hand for the morning.
“Proceeds go to help the Flagler Beach Volunteer Fire Fighters Association and as always we’re thrilled to work with the Woman’s Club,” said Pace. “We’re happy to be here today.”
A former roofer, firefighter EMT Bruce Adams is excited to be part of the team, and learning the ropes from experienced fire fighters like Lt. Greg Evans in the process. The trio spent the morning meeting with residents and letting one of the newest members to the team get to know folks in the community.
“I joined the fire service because I’ve always had an interest in emergency services,” said Adams. “I went from roofing, which is a job being in the heat to firefighting, which is another job being in the heat.”
Funds raised during the pancake breakfast help with a variety of needs according to Chief Pace.
“We’re obviously going to have some foundational training come up and we use the proceeds for that as well,” he said, in addition to addressing any equipment needs that may arise.
The annual pancake breakfast marks the second event for the Flagler Woman’s Club newly installed president Barbara MacReady, following a successful golf tournament in April.
“We support our first responders, and we also have bunko that supports our other charities,” she said. “We do 13 different charities plus we do education and give scholarships. We’re very active.”
Among the items on her to-do list as president, MacReady is making it a mission to welcome new members to continue the legacy of the organization, and says women are stepping up to learn more about what they do.
Introduced to the organization by MacReady, assistant treasurer Joann Soman said she loves being part of the club because of the fun, good food and camaraderie.
For more information visit the Flagler Woman’s Club at 1524 S. Central Ave. in Flagler Beach.
