At the March 26 Assistance League of North Coast Chapter Meeting, two very special members received awards.  Thea Bell was awarded the Ada Edwards Laughlin award. This award is given to a member chosen by her fellow members who works behind the scenes and is less visible but a helper and friend to all. Nominees included Fran Tovar, Kathie Hafner, Nancy Lettow, Angela Bear, Christie Brande, Cheryl Geigle, Jan White, Anna Manwaring, Ellen Moss, Beverly Charles, Steve Schaefer, Nancy Gayvert, Janet Yamaoka, and Jan V.. Thea spends many hours in the back room of the Thrift Shop working with the clothing donations.  In describing our 2026 Ada Edward Laughlin winner, her fellow members said that Thea is super knowledgeable about the garments she handles while