The Auxiliary of Brooks Memorial Hospital kicks off its 2016-2017 season with a luncheon featuring Mary LaRowe, president and CEO of Brooks Memorial Hospital, as the guest speaker. She will provide an update on BMH.

The luncheon, which the public is encouraged to attend, will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at noon at Shorewood Country Club, W. Lake Road, Dunkirk. The cost is $12, payable at the door. Reservations are required by Oct. 10 and may be made by calling Joanna at 366-2973 or Lisa at 679-4774.