The Prez sez . . .
Indecision is
the key to flexibility
President
Carl reminded everyone that Octoberfest, the club’s 60th
anniversary dinner, will be at The Thursday Club, LaCanada, this
coming Saturday, October 15, 2008. He announced that a
BUILDERSCLUB IS ON THE WAY, and more information will be on the
way Megan Nordvent had a baby
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Norm Johnson inquired if members
would like to have flu shots. Approximately a dozen members
raised their hands. Norm will arrange to have Michel
Strenfel the manager of Cal Med Pharmacy at our meeting on
October 29 to give shots after the meeting,
Daryl Gant reminded us of the
Glendale Adopt A Duck promotion, which is an excellent
fundraiser for our club too. Fifty percent of the money we
collect will come back to us.
Dianne Della Valle encouraged
everyone to attend the Challenge Air event, which was to be held
Saturday October 18.
Mary Gant reminded us that the
Holiday Season is coming up very soon. Unfortunately, The
LaCanada Tournament of Roses Royal Court will not be visiting
our club this year. Everyone is encouraged to meet them,
however, at the Annual Wine and Roses Event, which will be held
at the LaCanada Country Club, Sunday, November 2, 2008.
Pat Anderson said that applications
for Miss LaCanada-Flintridge were available at the Chamber
office. Pat also reminded everyone that the Chamber Mixer,
will be at Union Bank on Oct 16
Howard Baker held up a collection
can, to remind everyone of the Doctors Program, Similar cans are
always at every table.
Nick Berkuta invited everyone to
attend The Regional Conference, which will be held at The
Sportsman’s Lodge on November 1st. Nick also
called upon everyone to visit at least one other club sometime
during the year. Attend at least one Inner Club. There are
many opportunities to do so, so see Nick.
Frosty Boyd, representing the
Sick, Lame and Ailing, asked all members to let him know of
any club member or family member who is ill. Frosty will
telephone them.
( REMEMBER OCTOBERFEST AND CHALLENGE
AIR— ARE BOTH ON SAT OCT 18 )
SPECIAL
PRESENTATION
How sweet it was. Home made cupcakes from Linda Magarian
and Daryl Gant, were served to everyone. This was their
way of celebrating a successful New Membership Drive. Pat
Anderson, Diane DellaValle and Mark Anthony
and Nick Berkuta and Mary Gant were congratulated
for inviting the most guests and new member potentials.
Nick and Mary both, brought in two new members.
All new members and all sponsors stood to be recognized.
The New Membership drive is not over. We now have 87 members.
Linda and Daryl gave us a goal of 100 new members
in 2001. Displaying a chart that lists everyone’s name, they
outlined the” Real Century Club” theme. . Bring a guest, get a
treat there will be prizes from a grab bag and in September
2009, there will be a special prize. It is hoped that everyone
in the club will participate in the 2009 Membership Drive.
Daryl made a special presentation to Carl. Looking like
Little Bo Peep, he presented a” hook on a stick” meant to
reign-in anyone who bloviates too much.
THE PROGRAM
Bill Watts introduced Brooks Tomb. A member of
the Burbank Kiwanis Club, and Amy Cortina, a member of
the Hermosa Beach Kiwanis Club. Both are volunteer members of
THE
SUNSHINE KIDS—HELPING KIDS SMILE
This volunteer organization, founded in Texas 26 years ago, is
dedicated to bringing smiles to children with cancer .By
providing group activities, such as trips, their mission is to
bring joy and laughter into their lives, if only for a short
time, this Foundation helps kids do what they are meant to do
“have fun and celebrate life” Brochures were left at the table
, explaining The Sunshine Kids in greater detail.
Brooks Tomb
Amy Cortina
HAPPY & SAD
BUCKS
Pat Anderson was happy because The
Home Goods store had a very successful Grand Opening.
Fred Schooley, Paul Westmoreland, ,
Ellie Wildersmith their favorite teams were winners.
Fred
Ellie
Jeb Long was happy because his Alma
Mater, the University of Texas, beat the number 1 team, Oklahoma
and Texas became the number one (1) team in football team.
Next week Texas plays Missouri, Howard Baker's Alma Mater.
Howard have a bet on the game.
Clyde Hemphill was sad , He had
visited Nova Scotia, but did not see any Kiwanis signs.
The Dynuba Report
Daryl Gant was happy because he and
Mary are going to visit Dinuba.
Al Restivo was sad. He confessed
that he had never been to Dinuba. Ed Moulton immediately
cried out that he should pay a Happy Buck. but the cry was not
heard.
REMEMBER: THE 49TH
TRAVEL ADVENTURES SERIES BEGINS OCT 25 at FLINTRIDGE PREP.
FACTS AND FICTION
Guests:
Al Restivo introduced his guest, Joel Meyer.
Mary Gant and Diane DellaValle
introduced their guest, Mark Anthony who was a previous
member. They also introduced Mark's associates, Dr.
Kevin De Wolfe and Dr. Sarkis Mehrabian.
Mary, Diane, and Mark
Diane and Kevin
Sarkis and Diane
Piano: Tom
Borrows
Song Leader: Ed
Moulton
Flag Salute:
Howard Baker
Invocation: Bachy Bachmayer
Secret Greeter: Frosty Boyd
Fifty Fifty Drawing: Carl Christensen
Master of the Cash Box: Daryl Gant
This Weeks Editor: Norm Johnson
This Weeks Photographer: Paul
Westmoreland
Webmaster and Coordinator: Jeb Long
