Reception for Cordery a big success

Saturday evening, Stacy Cordery -- celebrated author and member of Monmouth College's history department -- was fêted in style at the home of her colleague Dr. William Urban and his wife, Jackie.

Among the guests to attend were MC fixture Eileen Loya, who had been on the staff as early as the 1930s, and

two MC presidents -- one present, one past (Mauri Ditzler and Bruce Haywood, respectively).

The crowd of faculty, emeriti and spouses seemed to enjoy themselves, arriving, for the most, right at seven o'clock and staying until the party ended at nine.

The spread of treats -- cheeses, crackers, puff pastry rolls, and especially the desserts prepared by Ann Sienkewicz -- was exemplary, the wine and champagne flowed easily and conversation remained lively.
I rather enjoyed myself, as well (although I'm claustrophobic and crowds make me severely anxious). And, from what I gather, (the more important aspect of the evening) Stacy and Simon Cordery enjoyed the company of all these good people, and the festive atmosphere.