The La Kiwanian The Weekly Bulletin of the La Cañada Kiwanis Club Serving the Children of the World
Wednesday,  September 13, 2006
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time.
The Kiwanis Club of La Cañada meets every Wednesday at Noon Visitors Welcome Van de Kamp Hall in Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada, CA  91011

Upcoming Events

September 17 WINE AND GOURMET FOOD TASTING Sunday Afternoon at LCF Memorial Park   September 20 PRESIDENT'S SWAN SONG Paul Westmoreland Wednesday Lunch Meeting at Descanso September 25 KIWANIS DIVISION 3 INSTALLATION DINNER Daryal Gant Monday Evening at Brookside Country Club September 27 INSTALLATION DINNER Steve Hagarty Wednesday Evening Meeting at Oakmont Country Club   Click on the following button to view the long term calendar

 

The Prez sez . . .

“A life not lived for others is not a life.”  John Wooden  

• Prez Paul reminded everyone to be sure to sign up with Howard Backer to attend the installation dinners for incoming Lt. Gov. Daryal Gant to be held at Brookside on September 25, and our incoming Club President, Steve Hagerty on September 27 at the Oakmont Country Club.

•  Election Committe Chair, Daryal Gant, presented Diane Landrum for nomination to the Board of Directors.  The Club will vote next week to confirm Diane as a Board Member.

•  The Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting was reviewed.  There is still a need for volunteers to help set up and help during the event.  Contact Clyde.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Karl Johnson, with the help of Daryal Gant to twist arms, started the drive for the Glendale Kiwanis Club's 2nd Annual Duck Race on October 21, 2006.  Half of all the money collected for the ducks will come back to our Foundation.  Ducks cost $5 for one, 6 ducks for $25, and 24 ducks for $100.

NEW MEMBERS INDUCTION

Bob Wallace presided over the induction ceremony for Ellie and Bob Wildermoth who are transferring from the AM Club.  Ellie and Bob have lived in La Cañada since 1967, and are sponsored by Diane DellaValle.  Ellie taught at CCHS, and Bob was a financial advisor.  They are good friends of Tom Burrows and Pat Flynn.  Howard mad the traditional presentation of their first invoice as members, and Bob have them their Member Certificates along with Temporary Badges.

 
Bob Wallace, Diane, Ellie, and Bob

THE PROGRAM

Hal Thomas came dressed smartly and appropriately in his World War II uniform for Charles "Norm" Stevens who told us about his experiences in the Air Corp during WWII.  He served from April 1943 to October 1945 and flew 34 missions as a bombadier in a B-17G.  One of the interesting facts was that more Air Corps members died in the war than Marines.  Norm's wife Delores was with him, and it a very interesting to hear about Norm's experiences in England during WWII.

HAPPY & SAD BUCKS

Mary Gant had another $5 Happy Bucks for this season's second football win by UCLA. 

Ellie Wildermuth also enjoyed gloating a little and a had a Happy Buck for Ohio States victory over Texas last weekend.

Since Ellie brought it up, Jeb Long put in his Sad Buck because Texas was the loser.

Jack Dawson had a Happy Buck for Mark Alexander and all the LCF city staff; Jack thought the new street islands in Old Town look very nice.

Pat Anderson had two Happy Bucks - one for the success of the new Farmers' Market location and the second for Dave Spence who made sure everyone used the new crosswalk to get the Farmers' Market.

Mark Alexander's Happy Buck was because USC moved up in the football standing even though they didn't play last weekend.

Patsy Christiansen had a Sad Buck 'cause she broker her foot and has to use a walker to get around.

Anthony Portantino had a Question Buck for Mark Anthony and shared the rumor that Mark is on probation with USC.  Apparently Mark has a small replica of the Heisman Trophy in his office that he didn't properly protect.  A USC dean heard that the replica was stolen, and then it was eventually returned all "dressed" in UCLA colors.  Mark claims he has provided verification to the dean - including photos - that everything is back to normal, and he hopes to off probation very soon.

Bill Scherkey was Happy that Jack Dawson suggested an upgrade for his water pump; it was a great suggestion.

FACTS AND FICTION

Music:  piano tunes by Tom Burrows and Ed Moulton leading us in America the Beautiful, Happy Birthday, and Come On Kiwanis

Opening: flag salute by Bachy Bachmayer and inspiration by Carl Christensen

Guests:  Joel Peterson introduced his guest, Kelly Odgers, who represents the La Cañada Flintridge Educational Foundation.  It is always a pleasure to have Honorary Member Theo Abelman join us. 

Glad to See You Back:  Anthony Portantino and Matt Regan

Birthdays:    Mark Alexander's birthday was on Wednesday, September 13.  He received a bouquet of roses from Pat Anderson and made a contribution to the Century Club.  Karl Johnson joined the Century Club in honor of his Birthday.  Has been traveling with his family - six trips in three months.  That's a bunch!  His daughter started kindergarten, and that has been an exciting experience.

Anniversaries:            Hal and Julia Thomas are celebrating their 57th, and Hal joined the Century Club.  Hal gave a very touching account of their courtship, marriage, and the years that they have shared together.  Joel Peterson joined the Century Club in honor of his 15th anniversary.

Master of the Cash Box:  Mike Leininger

Fifty-Fifty Drawing:  Jim Stratton

Assistant Editor:  Bill Scherkey

Photos by: Diane DellaValle

The Kiwanis Club of La Cañada meets every Wednesday at Noon
Van de Kamp Hall in Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada, CA  91011

P.O. Box 33, La Cañada, CA  91012

Website:  http://lacanadakiwanis.org