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Welcome to the Durham-Chapel Hill Torch Club

A Member of the the
International Association of Torch Clubs


Location of the Meetings for the 2021-2022 year.
Where: Currently we meet virtually.  Beginning fall 2022, we meet in person at The Croasdaile Country Club, 3800 Farm Gate Avenue, Durham, NC 27705.
When: Every Third Wednesday at 6:30, September to May, subject to change.
Join at 6:30 to mingle.  The meeting presentation starts at 7:00 PM.

Torch Clubs provide a forum where people from different professions and interests can meet in a friendly and enjoyable setting. We enjoy good fellowship while eating an excellent meal followed by a paper and discussion.

The paper is the main focus of the club meeting. The presenter is usually a club member, speaking on a topic of special interest to that person, although outside speakers may be invited. Following the talk, the speaker engages in lively exchanges with members, further exploring the ideas.

To maintain a neutral forum, Torch Clubs are solely devoted to the intellectual exchange of ideas. They do not get involved with causes or fund-raising for outside projects. Torch Clubs do not promote political or social causes nor participate in civic projects. These valuable functions are left to other organizations to which Torch members belong.




Please email DurhamChapelHillTorchClub@gmail.com for more information on our club or if you are interested in joining.

Officers for 2022-2023                   
President Rob van Dewoestine
Past President Jim Flemming
Vice President Ken Reckhow
Secretary Louise Maynor                        
Treasurer Doc Muhlbaier
Program Chair
Jim Cox
Membership Chair   
Rod  Gerwe

The club currently meets via Zoom typically on the third Wednesday night of the month through May 2022. The speaker and topic are announced as plans evolve.

The bylaws of the Durham/Chapel Hill Torch Club

The Membership Page (password needed)
(update in progress)

In Memory


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