GUESTS: Skylar Peterson, Jack Tigner, Rob Tigner, Samu Dasputre

 

Make up at one of the other two clubs in town: Noon Club, Wednesdays at Nazarene Church, Evening Club, Tuesdays, 5:15 at Wooden Nickel.

               Second Annual Dove Hunt for Polio – September 9, dove hunting, fishing and potluck fundraiser for Polio-Plus – is at Greg & Janet Gremaud’s – 30176 St. Hwy T. Cost for hunting is $100; potluck dinner at 5:30 pm, $10 per person donation, bring own table service, drinks – and a dish to share with everyone!

               The Ray Klinginsmith Distinguished Service Award event is September 28^th, 6 pm; Heather, Terry and Bob F are on the selection committee. We have two nominees from our club: Karla Dwyer & Sue Schneider. Tickets will be $20 each

               North Star Club is having their Barbecue 9/17; we do have a team; plan on going and supporting the North Star Club!

               Friday, it’s Fellowship Friday at the Dukum – 5!

              

 

 

 

               RYLA stands for Rotary Youth Leadership Academy – and we were pleased to have as our program the two who had been sponsored by our club to attend this past June.

               Skylar Peterson said her brothers had attended and they came back with such exciting reports that she was happy to learn that she was going to be able to attend.

               They did true colors testing, which helped them to determine their personality strengths.  She said she was green and gold which meant that she was smart and organized (she said, not always!).

               She was pleased with the challenge of learning to work with others; each group had to do a service project.  Their’s was to work with tutoring with the inner city students. They had two days to prepare and then give a presentation.

               She is presently involved with the Student Council and the Science Club at Kirksville High.

               Jack Tigner is a junior at Kirksville, plays trombone in the band.  

               He enjoyed the work of the film crew – individuals could go into the confessional booth and share whatever they wanted (usually something funny); the film crew would edit at the end of the day and make a presentation.  He really liked the fact that there were students from all over the state.

               His group’s service club was called TADAA – Teens Against Drug and Alcohol Abuse – one of the items they suggested was to plan a space for a YMCA like location that featured teens.

               He said the participants were exposed to Rotary during the larger sessions and it was the largest group that RYLA had hosted.

 

Karla Dwyer said it’s time for Hawkeye football, and she also put in for Troy’s family that suffered a house fire. Linette Page noted our guests; and our Rotary exchange student visiting us, and for Linda and helping with the workshop on Wednesday. Bob Schneider put in for Tom VanVleck whose wife passed away this week.  Sue Schneider noted Troy and others who were going through some challenges.  Janet Gremaud put in for Linda and her group; for safe travel for Jim Bergman and his group that were picking up books today in Bethany.  Linda Bowers put in for Linette and Janet helping with the workshop, and for Larry who doesn’t pick on her like Ernie!  Alie Fast said she was with her brother and his family from Florida last week, and this week her sister is coming in from California.  Pat Kurtzeman put in for Charlie, and for Tom’s wife who passed away as well.  Heather Condon gave her dollar for Dr. Tigner, who had been one of her teachers – she couldn’t remember what class, he reminded her it was for memory! And she also noted Troy’s family.  Amy Eagan put in for the athletic activities at Truman, for the volleyball team, men and women’s soccer team, etc.  Brita Hand said she wanted people to have safe travel this weekend. Marilyn Romine put in for Truman and Hawkeye football; and her mom is looking forward to seeing the Cubs in the World Series.  Ed Ross said he almost had a guest – didn’t show up!  Jim Wagner is excited they have family coming in this weekend.  Jon Peck put in for Kirksville sports, for Mark K and others.  Rick Steele was pleased with a very good program today.  Larry Burton put in for Troy and his family, for Be a buddy, and of course, the Cardinals.  Dale Watson said Ron and Debbie had visited this past week.  Steve Hansen put in for Mark – he’s in Vegas this week – must be doing better.  Wally Trosen said he was going to the Packers/Chiefs game this evening; and the other evening he and Ricci had gone out to eat with Steve and DeRaye for their 47^th anniversary.  Terry Combs also put in for Troy – and Kudos to everyone for their support, rallying around one of our club members.  Bob Fredricks predicted a Packers win over the Chiefs this evening.  Zach Springer noted Troy’s house fire – it was a teachable moment for the children – always remember, don’t go back in if you have made it out safely – so what did Troy and Zach do?  They went back in the house to rescue the dog.  Also Zach is having a barbecue at his house at 5 pm on Saturday – come if you’d like – bring a dish to share!  Christine Steele had to leave early but she wanted to remember Tom Van Vleck’s wife.

 

 

GUESTS:  from the noon club: Charles Baldwin

 

Make up at one of the other two clubs in town: Noon Club, Wednesdays at Nazarene Church, Evening Club, Tuesdays, 5:15 at Wooden Nickel.

               On January 18^th, MLK weekend they will be serving breakfast to the volunteers (the North Star club). They are looking for volunteers to provide breakfast items (casseroles, rolls/donuts, fruit trays) for that day. Contact Megan Bonham mbonham@atsu.edu.

               Glenda Hunt’s reception at the library on her retirement is Friday, January 8^th – 3-5 pm; with a second one at the Dukum following.  It is also Fellowship Friday at the Dukum and you are encouraged to join other Rotarians there.

               Linette Page announced that Jim Bergman had agreed to be the President of our club for the 2017-18 year following Larry Burton.

               Tuesday, January 19^th, 5:30 pm at the Dukum Inn is a Soup social involving all of the Rotary clubs – a separate announcement has been sent out.

               We are reminded that if you wish to make a donation to the Foundation in memory of Pat Murdock or Janet Gremaud’s mom, it should be done at one of the next two meetings. Make out check to the club; you will receive credit from the Foundation.

              

 

 

Elsie was recognized with a Level 3 honor because of the individuals she has sponsored to be a part of our club!  Thanks!

 

 

 

 

 

          Karla Dwyer reminded us that she and Pat Murdock were the co-chairs of the Reverse Raffle and the club is going to have to pitch in and help – as it always has.

          She said that she had been discussing with Pat the pros and cons of previous raffles. Among the pros were: it’s a positive money maker, great fellowship working together, increase in ticket sale. We started out with 100 tickets the first year; last year we sold 145 and then raffled off 5 more at the event.  The food was good from Coltons (they have agreed to cater again this year).

          Among the cons were the facility – we have outgrown the Shrine Club – too crowded, noise level high, sound system was bad.

          We are moving to the Moose Lodge this year – a larger venue, they are being accommodating and working with us; the bar tenders will be better. Karla said we needed a stage bookkeeper and Dave volunteered to do it again this year.  

          Marilyn and Terri talked about the fact that the silent and live auction items account for about half of our profit.  Marilyn said they really need everything in place by the first meeting in April, so a list can be put together for the guests.  She has a number of baskets (see above) that can be used to put together packages – you can get a basket from her, or supply her with the items and she’ll put it together. SATURDAY, APRIL 16^TH – THE DATE!

          Terry Combs told us that in the 3 years that we have done this we have netted around $37,000! It has continued to grow each year.

          Terri Jones put together a basked (tray, Lottery tickets, candle, etc. Jim Wagner auctioned it off for us – Thanks Terry Combs for purchasing it for $45!

          (see attached for list of items that have sold the best at previous auctions!)

 

 

Wally Trosen, something about Moscow mule, Royals, Chiefs. Michelle Horvath put in for Pat; Dave Hurt said he’d missed a few meetings, and for lost friends; Heather Condon noted Pat, and when she first joined there was something about a speed limit; Pat warned her that Jim drove the speed limit. Ernie Loft also put in for Pat, honored to serve at the funeral. Larry Burton put in for Pat; sport scene keeps getting worse (his teams are losing). Martin Stitzer noted Pat, the Reverse Raffle, and his grandson. Karla Dwyer said she’s going to miss Pat, for the Iowa Hawkeyes, Reverse Raffle is April 16. Marilyn Romine said today is her mom’s 93^rd birthday, and for Pat.  Bob Schneider said Happy New Year, for the new word from Kraft. Sue Schneider said Days for Girls is starting again this Saturday, 9 to 4. Shirley Baldwin put in for Pat (she had been her sponsor). Linette Page put in for Pat, and they have a new addition in their family, a cat that will only respond to Brett.  Scott Meredith also noted Pat and said December is over – too many things to do that month.  Bob Hardwick said his granddaughter turned 2 and a safe 2016 for everyone.  Christine Steele put in for Pat, and for Tae Kwon Do – kids said she’s won’t make it. Terry Combs put in for Pat, and for a better year. Bob Fredricks said he completed his 16^th gallon of blood donations; and he reminded everyone that Pat was a faithful giver – need others to step up. Cindy Thompson also noted Pat, and the Reverse Raffle. Charles Baldwin said he would be gone a few months. Terri Jones put in for Pat, the basket – which included a lottery ticket.  Polly Matteson said the students are coming back; also for Pat. Elsie Gaber put in for Pat, the Hawaiian team is back, and what a great membership we have.  Pat Kurtzeman remembered Pat Murdock; Steve Hansen put in for the friends we have lost. Jim Bergman also noted Pat. Wayne Blackman put in for Pat, and for Alex Gordon who agreed to a new contract with the Royals. Jim Wagner noted Pat.  Brett Moser put for the Chiefs, for Pat, and he announced that he has taken a job in Kansas City and will be leaving this area this month.  Amy Eagan, noted Pat, and said how can you come back from Hawaii looking whiter?  Brita Hand said the team has a game on Saturday.  Tony van Soest said he was here; for Pat, and he finally brought the grandpa hat back to pass on (Scott got it!) Matt Wilson also remembered Pat, and said that it’s wrestling season again, his sons are enjoying it.  Courtney Bonnell put in for Pat, for pregnancy (and she can’t eat all that candy so she brought it to share.  For the chaos of lie, and they have sold their house, so they are moving to Kirksville.  Zach Springer noted that Pat had been so welcoming, as had the rest of the club.  He was so sure he was going to win the Power Ball- and then he wouldn’t be working today. He picked the power ball number and won $4 so it’s back to work. Tyler George said his wife got her LSAT score – very high and she can choose where she wants to go for graduate school.  He said he’s going along with her! For the basketball team, and for Pat.  Janet Gremaud said she was putting in her money to honor those that we have lost.  Linda Bowers put in for Pat, and for a better 2016 (we’ve lost too many!). Ed Ross also honored Pat.