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The La Cawañian La Cañada, CA – February 2, 2000 Eileen Ferber, Editor THE OPENING Inez Pickering delighted all with her wonderful musical introduction. Following greetings from President Jim Reynolds, Joan Peterson introduced our special guests, who included Bill Scherkey’s daughter, Jennifer Lee. La Cañada Elementary School’s Terrific Kids were introduced by Sharon Orr. Noelle Kenny and her parents, Chris Kenny and Mary Pinola; Andrew Beck and his parents Claire and Steve Beck, were honored. Andrew was the winner of our raffle at the end of the meeting. Kiwanians saluted the Terrific Kids with a rendition of "It’s a Grant Old Flag," directed by Ed Moulton. ANNOUNCEMENTS We are reminded that next week (Feb. 9) is a SPECIAL OCCASION—the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Queen and Royal Court will visit. . We are encouraged to bring a guest to meet the young women and hear about their experiences. Call Phil Hammons with your reservation. Tom Slaughter is working on the club’s web site.. He asked everyone to let him know their email address. It will be confidential, just for our club. The web site is to let the community know what Kiwanis does. He will give us the password needed to get on the web site. Joel Smith – On Feb. 12, our travelogue will take us to France. Joel hopes to make $6,000 on the travelogue this year. Joan Peterson – Everyone is supposed to check in at the sign in table when arriving for meetings. If people want credit for what they do or attend, names for inter-clubs, travelogue workers, etc., Joan needs your name to give you credit in our records. Bill Scherkey – With Valentine’s day just around the corner, Bill reminded everyone that a very special gift for a mere $10 could be an Iodine Deficiency Disease (IDD) certificate. For only $10, 200 children can be saved from the disease and it’s a unique and caring gift. Howard Backer – Howard reminded all to continue to put money into the Children’s Hospital buckets on the tables. To date, we have $1,500. Ed Moulton – He could use a few good Kiwanians to help during the Soap Box Derby Memorial Day weekend. He needs help the days of the derby and beforehand. Ed has forms for volunteers. Sign up now! Ed told us that Kiwañian Al Perry, M.D., has a new career. He sings with "Christian Edition," and they will be performing in a free concert on Sunday, Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. at the La Cañada Presbyterian Church. This men’s choir is known nation-wide, having sung in 16 states. Jerry Healey -- We are the first club in Southern California to sponsor a Kiwanis International Service Club for 5-6 graders. Our group is from Palm Crest. Anyone who would like to be part of the committee for this group should call Jerry or Ed Moulton. He promised not much work but lots of fun. Today’s Program -- James Bruce Joseph Sievers, author of "An American In Love With His Country," drew a standing ovation with his talk about our country and its people, which he performed in verse. NEXT WEEK (FEB. 9) Flag Salute: Charles Gulick Invocation: Rev. Jim Kniseley Raffle: Sharin Orr Stg. At Arms: Darayl Gant Don’t forget, we have royalty coming for lunch next Wednesday.
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