Houston Missouri City Domino Club
The Houston Missouri City Domino Club (HMCDC) has entered a new era in its existence while continuing its mission “to build community by providing a variety of opportunities for its members to engage in fellowship and service.”
Mr. Leslie Weir, who served as the president for 11 consecutive terms has decided to pass on the mantle of leadership. At its general meeting on November 18, 2022, a new president was elected. The club also made history when it elected its first female vice president.
The New President Dr. Paul Johnson and Vice-president Mrs. Artencia Rafington will be sworn in at the next general meeting on December 15, 2022.
Outgoing President Mr. Weir expressed his confidence in the ability of the new administration in their ability to uphold the mission of the organization. President Weir stated, “The foundation has been laid… most of the hard work has been accomplished…it is up to the new leadership to chart a path forward that will maintain the integrity of the HMCDC.”
President-elect, Dr. Johnson and the new slate of officers look forward to continuing the legacy of excellence and optimism that has become synonymous with HMCDC.
2nd Quarter Newsletter
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School Community Partnership: Houston Missouri City Domino Club Donates Math Manipulatives to Blue Ridge Elementary
Houston Missouri City Domino Club Members who donated to the cause.
Missouri City, Texas (February 2022) The Houston Missouri City Domino Club (HMCDC) has stepped up its involvement in the community. The board of directors has decided to donate $1,200. To purchase math Manipulatives for the Blue Ridge Elementary School.
Dr. Sherry Johnson the Instructional coach at The Blue Ridge Elementary reached out to the club at their January monthly meetings. Dr. Johnsons’ presentation was heart rendering that it motivates the general body of the HMCDC to donate $800.00 and the Board voted for the club to contribute an additional $400.00
The President of the HMCDC Mr. Leslie Weir said: “I am always excited to assist young people when it comes to furthering their education” and he thank Dr. Johnson for reaching out to the domino club.
Jamaica Independence Celebration
The Houston Missouri City Domino Club HMCDC celebrated Jamaica 57th Independence Day in grand style. Over 200 adults and children were in attendance to celebrate the event on August 4th, 2019.
The HMCDC has maintained this tradition ever since the inception of the club. The idea to have this event was orchestrated by its president Mr. Leslie Weir and his board members. Mr. Weir indicated that we need to educate the children of the hundreds of first-generation Jamaican living in Houston about the Jamaican culture.
The club used this event to not only celebrate Jamaica but also to hand out backpacks, notebooks, and other school supplies to the children present.
The young Jamericans affectionately called, enjoy the day’s activities which include; Poetry reading, (Jamaican Poems), Patty eating contest, dance-off, Tug-of-war and may more activities commonly associated with the Jamaican culture. The day’s activity ended with a raffle and a domino contest for the domino fanatics.
Face painting at the HMCDC Independence day celebration
Children having fun at the HMCDC complex