Grand Opening of Becraft's Barn

On Saturday, November 7th members and guests attended the building dedication for the new Social Hall that will be known as "Becraft's Barn" in memory of the the late Raymond Becraft, Jr. who made a significant donation to the project in 2021.

The National Anthem was sung by Karleigh Perry, followed by an introduction from the Master of Ceremonies, Donald Howell. Speakers included HCDFRS Chaplain Steve Stone, Howard County CAO Brandee Ganz, County Council Rep from District 5 David Yungmann, HCDFRS Deputy Chief Gordon Wallace, HCDFRS Assistant Chief Pat Lepore, Brent Rutley from Capitol City Contractors, President Curtis Lowrey, Chief Kyle Stull, and Ladies Auxiliary President Toni Gamber. Chief Stull presented President Lowrey with an award for his dedication to the project and leadership of the company. Ladies Auxiliary President Toni Gamber and past president Doris Bowman cut the ribbon signifying the grand opening.

Facts About the Social Hall:
This new facility completes the project to replace the previous firehouse from 1959.
This new facility can seat 265 people with tables and chairs.
This facility can be used as an evacuation shelter for Lisbon Elementary School.
The hall can be used for community rentals, fire department trainings, fire company events like the breakfasts and dinners, along with other events like the weekly farmers market.

We want to thank the community and company membership for the continued support, as this project has been in the works for 15 years starting with the purchase of the property in 2011. We'd also like to thank Doug Walton for serving as photographer for the event.