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Wednesday, Sept
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The Kiwanis Club of La Cañada meets
every Wednesday at Noon
Visitors
are Welcome
Van
de Kamp Hall in Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada, CA
91011
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Upcoming Events
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September 30, 2009
INSTALLATION DINNER
Oakmont Country Club –6:00 PM
(THE CLUB IS DARK AT LUNCHTIME)
October 1, 2009
Kiwanis Board Meeting
La Canada Community Center, 7:00
PM
October 7, 2009
Stephanie English - LA County
Fire Community Liaison
Wednesday Lunch Meeting,
VanDeKamp Hall @
Descanso Gardens
October 14, 2009
Don Sheppard - President and
Founder of LA Futbol Club
Wednesday Lunch Meeting,
VanDeKamp Hall @
Descanso Gardens
October 21, 2009
Stephen McNally - President of
the Pasadena Humane Society
Wednesday Lunch Meeting,
VanDeKamp Hall @
Descanso Gardens
TRAVELOGUE SCHEDULE:
October 17, 2009-
Buhtan: The Cloud Kingdom
November 21, 2009 – Crossing the
Mediterranean
February 20, 2010 – Egypt and
the Nile
March 29, 2010 – Inside
Iran
Today
April 17, 2010 – Burma
May 15, 2010 – Great Rocky
Adventure
Kiwanis Board Of Directors Meet
The First Thursday Of Each Month
At The La Cañada Community
Center– 7:00 Pm
February 5, March 5, April 2,
May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6,
September 3,
October 1, November 5, and
December 3.
Click
on the following button to view
the long term calendar
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WEEKLY MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
MUSIC
Ed Moulton
led the singing of “God Bless America,” accompanied on the piano
by Tom Burrows.
OPENING
Nick Berkuta
led the flag salute.
Cory Stevens
quoted Zig Ziglar, “People often say that motivation doesn’t
last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it
daily.” She then read the poem “Wonder of Wonders” by Linda
Gleason.
Clyde Hemphill
joined Carl Christensen in presenting Dr. Allan Perry,
Sr. with the Kiwanis International Legion of Honor Award,
recognizing his 30 years of membership in Kiwanis. Allan noted
that he has actually been a member of Kiwanis since 1974, which
makes 35 years. Clyde performs the required research to
develop the justification and submits it to Kiwanis
International to secure the award.
Linda Magarian
congratulated Skip Boyd for completing his new member
requirements. She also presented token gifts to Carl
Christensen (a measuring tape) and Bill Watts (a hole
puncher) for sponsoring two new members.
Linda, along with Carl and Bill, then proceeded with the
induction of Irene Christensen and Margaret Watts
into the club membership. They were presented with their
membership certificates, temporary badges, new member
requirements stars, signature sheets (to acquire 60% of current
members signatures), orientation packets, membership
directories, Kiwanis pins, Kiwanis motto magnets, Kiwanis
decals, Kiwanis Post-Its, and Kiwanis straw hats. In
recognition of their passion for gardening and cooking, Irene
also received winter vegetable seed packs and Margaret received
an herb dicer.
Led by Ed Moulton, attendees sang “You’re In Kiwanis
Now” and extended a warm welcome
to Irene and Margaret.
Carl Christensen extended his deep appreciation to Mary Gant and Clyde
Hemphill for Co-Chairing the 2009 Wine and Gourmet Food
Tasting. The event was highly successful due to their superb
leadership, dedication and hard work.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Guest Lisa Blankthorp announced that the La Canada
Flintridge Shakespeare Festival and Conservatory Program will be
held on October 1-4, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. at Flintridge Sacred
Heart Academy. Attendees will learn about LCF Shakes while
enjoying light refreshments, live music and a thrilling excerpt
from their 2010 inaugural festival. Tickets are free but are
limited to 199 per evening, so RSVP early to secure your seats.
For more information visit:
http://www.lcfshakes.com.
Mike
Leininger
requested volunteers to help cook hamburgers and hot dogs
between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Play It Safe 3rd
Annual Emergency Expo. The event will be held on Saturday,
September 26, 2009, Verdugo Hills Hospital, East Parking Lot,
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admittance is free.
Guest
Geoff Baum, member of the Pasadena City College Board of
Trustees, announced that an update to the PCC Educational Master
Plan is in process. The plan will focus the college’s
understanding of new educational priorities and needed program
enhancements to ensure that PCC fulfills its mission of
providing high-quality programs and instruction to ensure
successful study learning. To gather inputs from the community,
a Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23,
2009, at the LCF Lanterman Auditorium from 3 to 5 p.m.
Megan
Nordvedt
announced that September 27th is e-Waste Collection
Day (bring unwanted electronic items to the Community Center).
For more information and to see what items are accepted go to:
http://ewaste4u.com.
Megan
also announced that flu shots will be given at the Community
Center on Thursday, October 1st from 10:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m. for $22.
Bill Scherkey
reminded attendees to return any outstanding Wine and Gourmet
Food Tasting tickets or checks to him as soon as possible so
that he can complete the accounting.
Brian Fuller,
the 2009-2010 Chair of the Newsletter Committee, asked for
volunteers to take notes at upcoming weekly meetings and write
the newsletter during the coming year. Anyone interested in
performing this task should send an e-mail to Brian.
Tom Burrows
announced that the Annual Talent Show will be held on November
11th. Members that are interested in performing are
encouraged to contact Tom to sign up.
Pat Anderson
encouraged attendees to contact their insurance carriers to
carefully check provisions regarding mud slides. Also,
properties at risk should prepare for the threat of potential
mud slides by referring to resources listed at:
http://lacanadaflintridge.com.
Pat also announced that a shredding service will be offered at
the Play It Safe Emergency Expo on September 26th
between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Bring your documents in paper sacks
or cardboard boxes and see them shredded before your eyes into
confetti. This service is free. However, there is a limit of
10 boxes per person, so bring the entire family if you have
more.
Jim Ackland
encouraged members to support the Travel Adventure Series (see
Upcoming Events above for schedule). He also thanked members
that have already responded with their checks.
Linda Magarian
announced the next Happy Hour to be held at Mijares Restaurant
in Pasadena on Friday, October 9th, beginning at 5:00
p.m. Bring a friend.
Diane DellaValle
reminded attendees that this is their last chance to sign up for
the Installation Dinner on September 30th at Oakmont
Country Club. The social hour will start at 6 p.m. and the
dinner meeting will begin at 7 p.m.
Wendy Smith
announced that she is seeking three corporate sponsors (at $300
each) to fulfill our Thanksgiving turkey donation commitment to
the Midnight Mission. Susanne Passantino, Allied Waste,
and Barbara Marshall, State Farm Insurance, each made a
pledge. This donation will provide Thanksgiving dinners for
2,000 homeless and destitute people.
Pat Flynn
announced that this year’s Literacy Program will be kicked off
on Thursday, October 1st. Members interested in
participating meet at 10 a.m. at the Descanso parking lot to
carpool to the Union Street School.
Howard Backer
reminded members that this is the last chance to donate to the
Doctors Program for this year (donation cans on the table).
Frosty Boyd
provided an updated on the status of Hal Thomas and
Dick DeGrey. Please let Frosty know of anyone that needs
his support.
GUESTS
Harriett
Hammons introduced her guest Grace Huang, a CPA
practicing in Pasadena, but residing in La Canada.
Clyde Hemphill
introduced Phil Markgraf, Pat Anderson’s son-in-law.
Mary Gant
introduced her guest, Boonsieng Benjauthrit. Boonsieng
has submitted his application for membership.
Pat Anderson
introduced Barbara Marshall, Chairman of the Board of the
LCF Chamber of Commerce and Lisa Blankthorp, who
announced the La Canada Flintridge Shakespeare Festival and
Conservatory Program (details below).
Tom Slaughter
introduced his guest, Geoff Baum.
Bill Watts
introduced Margaret Watts, his beautiful wife, who will
be inducted into Kiwanis today.
Carl Christensen
introduced his lovely wife, Irene Christensen. Irene’s
induction into Kiwanis takes place today.
To recognize all guests and visitors, a rousing “Hi Neighbor”
was lead by Ed Moulton.
HAPPY & SAD BUCKS
Nick
and Mary Ann Berkuta gave 20 Happy Bucks - $10 for Mary
and Clyde Co-Chairing the Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting and $10
for Carl Christensen’s leadership during his term as President.
At Joel Smith direction, Daryal Gant donated
Joel’s 50/50 winnings of $24 in recognition of the successful
Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting.
Pat Anderson
donated a Happy Buck as a result of Barbara Marshall explaining
the flood coverage provisions within her insurance policy.
Mary Gant
donated 20 Happy Bucks to thank all those who helped deliver a
successful Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting event.
Frosty Boyd
donated 20 Happy Bucks as a proud father seeing his son, Skip
Boyd, stepping up so eagerly to do Kiwanis work.
John Landrum
donated 5 Happy Bucks in recognition of the U. of Washington
beating a local team!
Elizabeth Georgeon
gave a happy buck for a great train trip to the Oregon vs. Cal
game with her grandchildren.
Ellie Wildermuth
gave a happy buck for an Ohio State win.
Jeb Long
donated a happy buck for the U. of Texas beating Texas Tech.
THE PROGRAM
 Carl
Christensen’s
“Swan Song” began with an amusing description of swan behavior
in the wild, describing their snorts and hisses and their last
dying song. He first recognized all new members from the last
12 months by having them stand, followed by Board Officers,
Directors and Committee Chairs. He then recognized each member
who has played a key role in making the club successful under
his leadership and had them choose a beautiful hand crafted wood
piece that he personally made in his studio. Individuals
recognized were:
Glen Pettit
– Recruiter of speakers for the weekly meeting invocation and
inspiration
Clyde Hemphill
– Board Parliamentarian and Co-Chair of the Wine and Gourmet
Food Tasting.
Frosty Boyd
– Chair of the Sick, Lame and Ailing Committee, and for keeping
us on our toes with the “Frosty Challenge”
Fred Schooley
– Finance and Investment Committee Chair and key leader in
growing the Ed Moulton Endowment Fund
Diane DellaValle
– Immediate Past President, Chair of Officers Nominating
Committee, and organizer of the Installation Dinner.
Tom Burrows
– For providing piano music at our meetings and other events –
Mr. Music!
Paul Westmoreland
– Publicity Chair, Photographer, Membership Records, and
Membership Directory Updates
Bob Martin
– International Understanding
Skip Boyd
– House Committee and Secretary for the 2009-2010 Year.
Bachy Backmayer
– Youth Services
Ken Lowe
– La Canada High School Key Club Advisor
Bill Scherkey
– Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting Ticket Sales Director
John Landrum
– Treasurer
Pat Flynn
– La Canada Elementary Terrific Kids Coordinator and Literacy
Program Lead
Joel Smith
– Soap Box Derby Chair
Melinda Thompson
– Board of Directors
Jeb Long
– Web Master
George Lutes
– Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting Sign Graphics, Attendance
Committee for reporting to International, and next year’s K-Kids
Advisor
Linda Magarian
–Board of Directors and Membership Committee Chair
Gigi Schlueter
–Community Services Co-Chair
Bob Wallace
– Secretary and Treasurer for 2009-2010
Harriett Hammons
– Literacy Program Chair
Mary Gant
– Board of Directors and Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting Chair
Brian Schwartz
– Builders Club Advisor
Rolando Morales
– Builders Club Advisor
Jim Ackland
– Travel Adventure Chair
Mike Leininger
– Community Services Committee Co-Chair
Norm Johnson
– Newsletter Committee Chair
Joan Peters
– Flintridge Prep Key Club Advisor
Tom Slaughter
– Palm Crest School Terrific Kids Coordinator
Charles Broberg
– Clergy Day Coordinator
Wendy Smith
– Midnight Mission Clothing Drive and Turkey Donation Project
Lead and Publicity Committee Chair
Ellie Wildermuth
– Historian – Ellie presented Carl with a comprehensive
remembrance notebook of the past year activities year. Carl
presented Ellie with a beautiful wooden hand crafted clock.
Bill Watts
– Vice President and 2009-2010 President Elect – to keep track
of the signups for Interclubs, Carl presented Bill with a
beautiful handmade wooden clip board
Nick Berkuta
– President Elect and 2009-2010 President – Carl present Nick
with a special super-sized gavel
Nick Berkuta thanked Carl for his leadership and accomplishment
during the last year and attendees concurred with a unanimous
applause.
Carl
then proceeded to recognize individuals with September
birthdays. Tom Slaughter gave $52, for his 52nd
birthday. Nick Berkuta, Melinda Thompson and Ken Lowe all
joined the Century Club.
The meeting ended with the singing of “Come On Kiwanis”
led by Ed Moulton.
OTHER STUFF
Winner of the 50/50 Drawing:
Howard Backer
Master of the Cash Box: Nick Berkuta
This Week's Reporter: Cory Stevens
This Week's Photographer: Wendy Smith
Webmaster, Newsletter Reporter/Coordinator: Jeb Long
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