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Special Edition
Vol. CXLIV No. 5 May 2020
CRICKET CHRONICLE The Merion Cricket Club
#KeepTheRallyGoing What began as a light-hearted squash reference from one of Scott Devoy’s Instagram posts, became a mantra for Merion during our quarantine days. As we stepped into this unpredictable, everchanging yet temporary lifestyle, one thing quickly became apparent: Merion staff and members were committed to “keeping the rally going” with each other through mutual support. Learning new skills and creating innovative ways to provide exceptional service to our membership became the norm for our Merion staff.
Due to the economic situation created by coronavirus, difficult decisions were made as Merion’s part-time staff was furloughed and the full-time staff salaries were reduced by 40 percent to manage expenses. A stream of concerned members sent messages asking what could be done to support our staff during these days, and with that, our membership “kept the rally going” by continuing to donate to the Covid-19 Employee Fund. Our membership has offered encouragement to our Board of Government as it wrestles with difficult questions relating to Merion’s Although the Club restaurants closed on finances and future operations. This March 14 for an unknown period of time, unwavering interest and devotion to our Merion members were quickly able to great Club are sincerely appreciated, and avail themselves to Chef Danny and his are a testament to Merion’s underlying talented culinary team’s delicious daily curbside takeout menu. When the availability strength. of items at the grocery stores became We will continue to #keeptherallygoing scarce, the MCC Marketplace became a and modify our programming as we move welcome opportunity to purchase fresh from quarantine to reopening season. Be produce, proteins, dairy—and the very sure to stay connected through Instagram, necessary—toilet paper and paper towels. our private Facebook group, emails, the Our membership continued to offer words website and our virtual Zoom classes and of great appreciation to the staff for offering programs. Look inside to see some of the these important amenities. programming you may have missed and events you’ll want to join.
