A long overdue and much needed remodel of the Fillmore Clubhouse is underway, thanks to the US Navy Seabees! These great guys & gals will demolish the interior of the Girls Shower Room in preparation for turning it into a Homework Room for the Club’s Kids. They will also fix the windows and install a vent in the quasi-kitchen. This work has been planned and will continue under the direction of EAC(SCW) Michael Palyok, USN. There will be eight to 12 Seabees doing the demolition work so that our kids can have a better place to learn and grow, and, hopefully learn to give back when they grow up, just as these fine people are doing today.

The project is scheduled for the entire weekend, November 20th and 21st, and is the first step in the remodel of the interior of the Club. We still need donations of drywall, flooring and paint to complete the project. All donations are appreciated; anyone interested in helping is encouraged to call the Club at 805-525-7910 to pledge their help.

This project has been driven by the efforts of Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley Board Members Tom McGrath and Earl McPhail. Historically, the Seabees have made themselves available to groups in the Ventura County area to help with construction projects between assignments. They provide a welcome and much needed experienced hand when it comes to helping local non-profit organizations.

The Club will be providing refreshments and beverages for the workers throughout the day, and will be asking local restaurateurs for donations to keep these wonderful workers fed and comfortable throughout the weekend.