Saturday at Friendship Manor, the Odd Fellows, Rebeccas, staff, residents and families gathered in the cafeteria to celebrate 30 years for the facility.

The manor on the city's southeast side is a part of the Odd Fellows' tract of land that includes the Y Activity Center, the building housing Christian Child Care, the manor and the Odd Fellows' offices.

Several in attendance had been residents of the former orphanage run by the organization.

Pictures by Mike Fak

Alderwoman Joni Tibbs talks to members of her ward.

It was a time to share old stories again.

Residents, family and friends filled the cafeteria.

Staff at Friendship Manor were applauded for their efforts.

The Odd Fellows board of directors.

The hallway has numerous pictures of the building of the manor.

Then it was time for lunch.

A summer array of fresh fruits looked inviting.

Back to top