This year marks the 50th anniversary of the official organization of The Memorial Hospital Volunteers.
A celebration to honor the 50th anniversary of The Memorial Hospital Volunteers will be on Monday, Jan. 14, from 2-3 p.m. in the hospital’s Sun Room. The celebration is open to the public.
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