Cashmere Rotary
Weekly Newsletter
July 14, 2010
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Lunch at the Picnic Shelter |
Do to the fact that the normal meeting room was occupied for this week, we were forced to hold our meeting outside at the picnic pavilion. What a great place to hold our meeting.
Bruce opened the meeting with a great joke. Now he has high standards to stay with. One bad joke and he’s toast.
Paul Williams was with us today, so he led us in American The Beautiful. Glad to have Paul back.
Rotary Guest
Karl Reuther from Leavenworth
Guests
Michael Ruether, Alan Lobe, and Nik Steitz.
Announcements
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JC, Eric and Bruce |
Greg made a sad announcement that Terry was going through some chemo for the next 10 weeks. Our prayers and thoughts will be with him during this ordeal. Get well quick Terry.
Bruce and JC had Eric Strutzel come forward so they could present Eric with another Paul Harris award. This is his second one. Congratulations Eric.
Rotary Moment
Dick Ryan gave us a report of a club in Silver Star and Vernon who did Wings & Wheels 2010. The event netted them $6000.00 and they provided flights to 121 kids who have never flown before.
Happy Bucks
Once again we had a lot of members happy this week. Ed Meyer was the first to say thank you to all who have been diligent in pulling noxious weeds, and also his grandchild had stayed at the Rotary cabin at the Lake Wenatchee YMCA camp. Jerry had a new grandson. Gil also was a new grandpa. Ev was glad he is on the schedule next year. And Tracy is gaining a daughter in-law.
Fines
None this week, because we didn’t bring the wheel with us today.
Program
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Karl and Michael Ruether |
Today’s program was introduced by Karl Reuther, he brought his son Michael to talked to us about his building project so he could get his Eagle Scout medal. His project was to build a shelter over top of the Dronen canoe at the Museum. He figured it would take about $3,000 in material and he would do all the work. He was asking if we would be willing to contribute some money to the cause. Great information about how to become an Eagle Scout and about his community project. Thanks Michael.
After the meeting the board met and approved to donate $500.00 to his cause.
July 7, 2010
Chuck Dronen led us in “Take Me out to the Ball Game”. Don’t know why he chose that, but it was fun.
Today was our new President's first meeting. Bruce Cheadle took control right away, with choosing himself to give the invocation. This later was a topic for the Sergeant of Arms.
- This year’s Theme is “Building Communities, Bridging Continents”
- Bruce mentioned that this year is the 75th anniversary of Rotary, and different types of celebration will be going on throughout the year.
- Bruce also made an attempt to start up the tradition again of telling a joke. He didn’t do too bad.
- Randy Smith brought a couple of boxes of Rainier cherries for the members to enjoy
- Bruce presented a plaque to Chuck Dronen today. “Caution, Norwegian Lives Here”
Rotary Guest
Audrey Bessonette
Guest
Aaron Bessonette, Spencer Bryant.
Rotary Moment
Given by Steve Pierson, and a good job he did. But it was more than a minute.
Happy Bucks
Debbie was happy we had a joke today. Donna had her 2 sons home this last week. Randy was happy they left. Dick Milner was back from fishing in Alaska, Nancy was happy for completing another long bike ride safely. Kris was back from Africa.
Fines
Bruce for trying to control the members at his first meeting. Debbie for not changing the date of the roast, so the Taylors could be there. And Chuck for slamming the International President.
Today’s program was Aaron Basssonete who was involved with the Cashmere Baseball Team. This year they were 2010 State Champions. Aaron gave us some detail information of how it happened and how the team played through the year, and then won the championship. Thanks Aaron.
June 30, 2010 - President's Roast
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President's Roast Dinner |
A great time was had by all tonight at the Annual Presidents Year End Roast.
Here in Cashmere, we take great pride in telling all, both good and more bad about our outgoing President. And tonight was no exception.
We started the evening with a delicious meal prepared by John Bryant, salmon, beef, chicken and plenty of side dishes, along with desert.
After the meal, Debbie Knutsen, last year’s President, was in charge of the evening, and she had plenty of help Roasting JC. The husband of JC, Randy, even took a jab at his wife. Then John Bryant said a good piece, both good and bad, about JC. Then Chuck Dronen gave a long presentation of both humor and fact about JC. After everyone was done a vote was taken by the 3 Past Presidents, whether to allow JC into the Past Presidents Club. She just made it with a 2 to 1 vote to accept her.
JC then got to the podium and had her chance to thank the Board members for all the work they do throughout the year.
Thanks JC, you did a great job as President of our club.June 23, 2010
Ben started us out with God Save The Queen, I think this had something to do with JC’s last couple of meetings.
Announcements
Duane LaVigne announced that Bud is no longer in need of the standup wheel chair we purchased for him several years ago. Does anyone have or know of someone who is need of this specialized wheel chair?
A nice Thank You note from John Nowak for the donation we gave him.
Steve Schwind was here today to mention that the Leavenworth club will have strawberries for sale again this year. He has the order forms.
Rotary Guest
Steve Schwind—Leavenworth. Susan Albert—California. Ron Stephenson—Wenenatchee.
Guest
Spencer & Alex Bryant. Ellie & Aaron Bessonate. Blake Baldwin.
Happy Bucks
Gil had all 4 seniors here today. John Bryant, Ben Ellis, Ev, JV,Cheryl and Ken Jackson.
Fines
All members, because there wasn’t anyone on the front page of the newspaper.
Cheryl Fear gave a very nice presentation of her trip to the Holy Land.
June 16, 2010
Today Terry started us off with the National Anthem and Chuck took us through The Happy Wonderer because of Greg & Kris
Announcements
The Roast for outgoing President JC will be June 30th at 6:00. It will be held at the Riverside Center, and a sign up sheet will be passed around.
The board approved a donation of $1800.00 to John Nowak, a student of the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding. This Boat School is an accredited vocational school in Port Hadlock, WA
Rotary Guest
None today.
Guests
Dominique Murray and John Nowack
Anniversaries
Dick & Judy Milner on June 18th.
Happy Bucks
As usual, several people have been happy this week. Jim Fletcher, John Hunter, Paul Williams & Cheryl Fear
Fines
Keith Henning, John Bryant, Dick Milner, Greg & Kris, and JC.
Program
Today’s program was presented by John Bryant. He introduced Bill Reese.
June 9, 2010
Todays meeting opened with Sara Urdahl and Keith Webb leading us in songs, America and I've Been Working on the Railroad.
Rotary Guest:
Vaughan Marable, Leavenworth
Non-Rotarian Guests:
Yvonne Marable, Jasmine Marable, Pat Henning
Rotary Moment:
Donna Smith shared an email from a former Rotary Exchange Student and how he is now a Medical Doctor and his appreciation for his time here in Cashmere and fond memories.
Student Representatives:
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Incoming CHS ASB Officers |
2010-2011 CHS Student Body Officers came and introduced themselves.
- President Eric Sype
- Vice President Randal Chipman
- Treasurer Whitney Throgmorton
- Secretary Ariel Lynch
Cashmere Rotary looks forward to seeing you next school year and hearing of your many school activities.
Happy Bucks:
Randy Baldwin because Ed Meyer was spotted out spraying weeds even with his most recent shoulder surgery. Keith Henning because of Grandson and Granddaughter HS graduation and grandsons graduation from UW, Go Huskies. Tony Boyle for the completion of the Graduation events and the successful school year. Barb Dronen because they have no more teenagers in the house, last one just turned 20. Debbie because the Cashmere Pool will be opening soon. Duane for Dick Milner and Tracy Franklin induction into the CHS Hall of Fame.
Fines:
None were levied today.
Pot Drawing:
Today Eric Strutzel won the pot of approximately $150.00 and contributed all the winnings to the Rotary Foundation. Thank you Eric.
Program:
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Chuck Dronen |
If you were not here you missed a great presentation. Our very own Chuck Dronen shared his involvement with the 6th Grade Camp - in it's 50th year - which occurs every spring. Chuck led us in some of his camp songs like only Chuck can. He shared a portion of the slide presentation he gives the students at the camp which involves the plants found at various altitudes in the area. Chuck explained the history of the names of plants/flowers found. A key part of why Chuck participated in these camps is because of his mentor and former Rotarian Ron Doane and the love of the outdoors Ron shared with students like Chuck. Thank you Chuck for giving back to your community and being a mentor to so many students as well as some of us old Rotarians, we love you.
June 2, 2010
Todays meeting was opened with Terry McCauley and Chuck Clarke leading us in song, America the Beautiful and Stodola Pumpa.
Rotary Guests:
Ed Baroch, Leavenworth and Gene Lutz, DT Wenatchee
Non-Rotarian Guests:
April Welch, Jenny Norwood, Jacob Clay, Rufus Woods, Celia Mejia, John Stolhammer and Pat Henning.
School Report:
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Outgoing Seniors School Report |
Jenny , Jacob, John and Celia all shared their past years' experience as CHS Representatives to Rotary. Each in their own way shared their appreciation, highlights and events or memories of Rotary. Thank you students for your exceptional representation of CHS and we wish you the best in your continued schooling and career paths.
Announcements:
Ed Baroch gave the club an update on the latest information he had on the Natural Disaster to hit Guatemala were the club has involvement in International projects with the Leavenworth Club.
Paul Harris Recognition:
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Ev Green Paul Harris Recognition |
President JC proudly called Ev Green to the podium where he was recognized for his Level 2 Paul Harris award. Thank you Ev for your continued financial support of the Rotary Foundation and leading the way.
Happy Bucks:
JC, Sue Ozburn for her son Cody coming home. Debbie, Joan for Baccalaureate experience. Tracy for Senior Award night. Sara for Cashmere Community and Cashmere World website.
Fines:
Greg for his sons continued tennis success. Dick Ryan for his wife Julie, our newest member, being absent the first meeting after her induction. Chuck Dronen for his outburst in support of EWU. Ed Borach because he was from Leavenworth. Rufus Woods because he is the owner/editor of the Wenatchee World. Sergeant of Arms, Greg Taylor, has requested the Treasurer invoice $5.00 to Glenn Johnson and Tony BOyle for not being here to share in the CHS spring sports praises.
Program:
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April Welch |
Chuck Clarke introduced todays program "the Mental Clutter Coach" by April Welch. During our lunch members were asked to complete a questionnaire. April proceed to discuss the character traits using four categories, Intuitive, Harmonizing, Maintenance and Prioritizing. Members were able to identify various traits we all had and how as an organization we needed all these various qualities to have a functioning club. April was able to analyze various scores and describe with some accuracy the strengths and weakness of the individuals. Members and student representatives were good sports as we all had some good laughs on each other.
May 26, 2010
Today's meeting was opened with America the Beautiful and Rain Drops Keep Falling on My Head in celebration of our wet May. Thank you Keith and Chuck Clarke.
Rotary Guest
None
Visiting Guest
Pat Henning
Rotary Moment
Bruce shared some highlights from the District Conference in Moses Lake. How our Foundation contributions allow and provide for GSE teams to come as well as being sent. Thank you for your participation in the foundation giving for 2009-10.
New Member
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Julie Ryan Induction |
President JC Baldwin introduced and welcomed into membership Julie Ryan, yes wife of Dick Ryan. Sponsor and mentor Donna Smith assisted in the pinning.
Student Report
Jenny Norwood thanked the Club for participation in Senior Presentation at the HS. Wednesday will be Senior Recognition night at 7PM.
Saturday various state sports events are occurring and our Spring sports are well represented. May 31 Baccalaureate Service at Mid Valley Baptist Church, coordinated in cooperation with our very own Cheryl Fear. Graduation is June 4, 2010 at 8PM. Whitney Throgmorton shared about her experience with CHS D.E.C.A.
Announcements
JC shared a thank you card from The CHS Jazz Choir for the Club's financial gift from the Rotarian of the Year night. Joan Baldwin announced the President Roast will occur June 30, 2010 at the Riverside Center. $20.00/person. Sara Urdahl shared about the process/update of Founders Days 2010.
Birthdays
- John Hunter
- Sue Ozburn
- Dick Milner
Happy Bucks
Randy Smith - Positive news in Paper about PUD. Chuck Dronen - something about Biggest Loser. Debbie Knutsen - Tree Removed. Ed Meyer - Praising waking up after surgery. Chuck Clarke - Jr Olympics. Sara Urdahl - 25th Anniversary. Cheryl Fear - travel. Joan Baldwin - youth program. Tony Boyle - Grandfather and Spring Sports at CHS. JC Baldwin - Scholarship program. Steve Pierson - son's 1500 race. Greg Taylor - son's state tennis accomplishments.
Fines
Julie Ryan could not escape the new member donation. Dick Milner for ?.
Program
Keith Henning shared prior to introducing the program the need for prayer for former Cashmere businessman Tony Wrights son who was injured in Afghanistan.
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Karen Blomquist |
Our program was Karen Blomquist from CHS. First she shared that Cashmere Rotary was awarded the 2010 "Heart of the Bulldog" for the Community service award. Thank you President JC for your strong leadership in this area. Karen shared her families story of their 19 yr old son Gary who is autistic and his experience now at University of Arizona, Chapel Haven West Campus. Her story went back to his childhood in Cashmere and the support their family received here. Then Karen explained the Life 101 stories and examples of students and the needs they have as they try for the goal of independent living. You could tell Karen's heart is broken as the family is learning to let go of Gary as he develops his new live in Arizona. Thank you Karen for sharing your story with us today.