Rotary Club of Arcadia, CA

Fine master Brian Cogbill and Keith Brown went through recognitions on this Friday the 13th! Dave Didier was fined $50 for taking care of “honey-dos” on his vacation. Talk about double jeopardy. Dick Martinez fined $25 not just for “an afternoon on the golf course” but for “name change”!  Mark Khalaf fined $50 for triumphal return with baby boy (6.4 plus lbs.). Terry Earll fined for a fitting $65 for re-entering the Medicare world via Gitta Earll.  Sho Tay fined a whopping $100, for “running for a seat in the Arcadia City Council”. Good luck! Steve Pelletier fined $40 for returning the napkins used to transport the 4 cookies hijacked after the Christmas luncheon. That’s $10/cookie! Joel Shawn fined $50 for safe return after a two-week cruise. Pat Barnes almost escaped fine but it wasn’t meant to be and the Needlework master got off with only $20.

Finemasters Brian Cogbill and Keith Brown started off with a $25 fine to Jay Harvill.  Next, followed Brian’s request to join Teacher-of-the-Month Linda’s kindergarten class – no fine was levied on our honored teacher.

Dick Martinez (or Dick Hernandez, as he’s known to Finemaster Brown) was without his badge.  Lo and behold, the badge appeared attached to Bruce McCallum.  For a fine, Bruce’s correct badge was returned to him and Dick was badge-less no more.

Jim Kuhn was fined $25 for his wife’s report that his cable was stuck on a station of a “personal” nature.  He claims he lost the remote … hmmm.

Bicycle enthusiast Bob Harbicht enjoyed his stay at Adare Manor in Ireland, however, he was fined $45 for failing to properly appreciate the world-class golf course on the property.

For taking full advantage of his opportunity to write-off a business trip to the Sony Open in Hawaii, Pat Dolphin was recognized for $25.

The infamous Arcadia Rotary “11:30 club” – Terry Earll, Don Milefchik, Tom Crosby and Ernie Aragon (in absentia) – was quizzed as to the location of the nearest Hooters.  Terry’s correct answer of “Covina” saved him a fine, but Don and Tom were assessed $25 each.

David Didier, as our representative from Citizens Business Bank, was recognized for the bank’s recently released financial statements showing profit of $81 million; his recognition was, appropriately, $81.

Our guest speaker was Dr. Josh Willis, Phd., a scientist/oceanographer working for NASA.  Josh was here to discuss Global Warming and how our oceans are the best gauge and continuing measurement to determine climate change in the future.  In fact, Josh is an expert in estimating ocean warming and sea level rise on a global scale.  His research interests include understanding large scale changes in the ocean and circulation on interannual to decadal time scales.  He vividly pointed out exactly what is happening to our climate as we continue to spew large amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere.  It turns out that CO2 is the culprit that is causing the warming of our climate and it has been proven through precise measurements and changes of the ocean height from satellites 800 miles in space.  Josh displayed slides of glaciers from the arctic showing melting stages over just a few months and clearly defined they are shrinking.  He has determined that CO2 amounts create a “blanket effect” over the atmosphere holding heat in, not letting it escape.  It is known as the Earth’s Greenhouse Effect.  A technique of measuring ice cores from glaciers has shown annual layers have been recorded warmer and CO2 levels greater.  As a result of the Green House Effect the ocean warms up over time causing change to ocean life, coral, and all living inhabitants there.  The temperature on earth has already increased one degree over the last 100 years.  Not bad you say?  Significant changes will be recognized over our lifetimes, our children’s lifetimes and further. 

 Josh gave an excellent demonstration showing what happens to an air filled balloon when it is heated up vs. a water filled balloon when heated up.  The air filled balloon represented the atmosphere, the water filled balloon was an example of the ocean.  Shortly after a flame heated the air filled balloon, it popped.  Not so with the water filled balloon, it never popped; the ocean has 1000x the heat capacity of the atmosphere.    One thing is for sure, satellite observations have determined that one third of sea level rise is just from water warming.  Satellites data are accurate within 1” and through the Gravity Recover and Climate Experiment (GRACE) we can weigh entire continents. Greenland for instance is shrinking, it has lost one trillion tons due to Global Warming.  Since we can measure carbon from fossil fuels we have burned, we now know that CO2 is the primary cause of Global Warming.  Maybe we should all do our fair share to minimize our carbon footprint and help preserve the world for those who follow.

Pat Dolphin

1. Rotary Awareness Month: Pres. Brad asked all who were wearing their rotary pins to stand up. Less than half stood, and Brad encouraged all to wear their pin as a sign of Rotary Awareness.
2. Rotary Amigos Update: Dick Martinez has a good group going to Tijuana but is looking for more volunteers. The event is Jan. 28 and 29. The meeting place is Denny’s in San Ysidro, but you are encouraged to have breakfast at McDonalds in order to save time.
3. 2012 Monte Carlo Night Fundraiser, March 17, from 6 to 10 PM, at the Community Center: Mike Real encouraged us to bring guests to this event that is taking the place of the Pot-O-Gold. It is our only fundraiser and will provide the funds necessary to support our club’s many endeavors. Frank Hall announced that we have 11 gaming table sponsors and need a total of 6 more. If interested, please contact Frank.
4. Day at the Races, Feb. 3: Don Milefchik has a few tickets left, so if you haven’t signed up, please contact Don.
5. Community Garden Project: If you are interested in working on this project, contact Matt Weaver. The garden will benefit the Boy’s and Girl’s Club.

1. Director Election: Next week we will elect one director to the board. Takes a two thirds vote.

2. Chamber of Commerce is seeking new members.

3. Rotary Amigos Trip: Jan. 28-29,2012.Tijuana Orphanage. US Passports are necessary. Make your own hotel reservations. Dick Martinez has info.  Rosie Mares is accepting your donations.  Need toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, etc. Many of the hotel items we end up with. the kids can use them.  Will be working on a new roof. Can use ladders (6ft.),couple of hammers, circular saw, jigsaw, heavy duty extension cords. Must have gloves. Protective goggles a good idea, or poly… glasses. See Dick Martinez or Steve Pelletier if you can go.

4. Board of Directors meeting: Tues. Jan 17, 2012. 6-7PM at the new tower of the Methodist Hospital.  Red Badgers can score their needed Board meeting here.

5. Day at the Races : Feb. 3 2012. See Don Milefchik  for tickets.

6. Flag Salute, Invocations, and visitor introductions: Mimi Hennessy for Bill Gleason, suggested you may prefer to sign yourself up to assist, rather than to have Bill and Mimi do it for you.

7. Community Garden with the Boys and Girls Club: Let Matt Weaver Know if you can be helpful.

8. MONTE CARLO CASINO NIGHT: March 17,2012. You are are already paying for this ($99 a couple). Bring guests, $125 a couple. See Mike Real  for tickets and re: sponsors of tables.

9. Northern Trust Golf Tournament: Feb. 13-19, 2012. $30 per ticket. At the Riviera Country Club. Part of the proceeds go to the LA’s Best – at risk kids.

Friday’s topic was “Emergency Preparedness and Crime Prevention”. Our speakers were Sergeant Jason W. Davis of the Arcadia Police Department and Captain John Twitchell of the Arcadia Fire Department.
First to speak was Sergeant Davis, who has been with Arcadia PD since 2006. He has taught at First Avenue Middle School, grades 6-8 on History, English and ESL Block. He is currently in the Administrative Division, with emphasis on Crime Prevention presentations. He concentrated his talk on personal and public safety and crime prevention. Normally, in conjunction with Captain Twitchell, their presentation will encompass a four hour time slot. In speaking to Arcadia Rotary, he condensed his portion of the talk to highlights we should all bear in mind.
Personal safety involves being aware of your surroundings and keeping your eyes open to what is around you. He emphasized that if you see something strange around your house or neighborhood, good, bad, or whatever, don’t hesitate to call the police, 911. The police are looking for opportunities to put criminals in jail. Things to be careful about during the holidays and other times, are “predators”, i.e. people who will follow you home after purchases, or who follow delivery trucks to homes. If you are not at home, arrange for the package to be delivered to some who will be home to receipt for the package. There has been a “spike” in stealing of late, so it pays to be vigilant. Keep doors and windows locked at home and in your car.
If you are traveling, be aware of your surroundings. If someone suspicious is approaching you, stare directly at them.
Another area of concern is identity theft. Sources of stealing information are the Internet, safeguarded information, and telephone solicitations. It is good practice to contact credit bureaus to check your status, as a check against identity theft.
Finally, he emphasized if there is an emergency situation, call 911, and don’t be reluctant to call the police. Report strange things. The police do not consider it a bother, that’s what there for. And, when describing a person to the police, try to describe the persons from head first and then down to toes.
Captain Twitchell has been with Arcadia Fire since 1991 when he was hired as probationary Fire Technician. He became a Fire Engineer in 1996 and was both a Truck Engineer and Engineer on an Engine Company. He was promoted to Captain in 2010. He also teaches at the Ventura/Oxnard Regional Fire Academy.
Captain Twitchell said the most important thing in Emergency Preparedness is “preparation”. He believes the previous windstorm to hit the San Gabriel Valley was a great learning experience for people to learn how to adjust to like without utilities and common comforts. After the wind event, the Fire Department had 33 calls and answered all within five minutes.
Be prepared to mitigate problems. In an emergency, the Fire Department is the first line of defense. Know your neighborhood. Be prepared to share resources in the event of an emergency.
The Fire Department’s response time is excellent, but it is also responsible to answer to State calls and local needs and mutual aid.
In the possibility of the big earthquake, use your cell phone to text as direct calls maybe impacted. Practice for the Earthquake, he emphasized practice as the best preventative. Have a survival kit, try to have cash as banks may be closed, be self sufficient for 72 hours. Buy a 55 gallon water drum. Small bottles of water expire very quickly. Some people think pool water is potable, it is not. It is okay for washing but that is it.
Finally, he reminded everyone the Department has a graffiti hot line, if you see any call the Department. Like the Police Department emphasized, if you see anything odd in the neighborhood. Give them a call.

Friday’s topic was “Emergency Preparedness and Crime Prevention”. Our speakers were Sergeant Jason W. Davis of the Arcadia Police Department and Captain John Twitchell of the Arcadia Fire Department.
First to speak was Sergeant Davis, who has been with Arcadia PD since 2006. He has taught at First Avenue Middle School, grades 6-8 on History, English and ESL Block. He is currently in the Administrative Division, with emphasis on Crime Prevention presentations. He concentrated his talk on personal and public safety and crime prevention. Normally, in conjunction with Captain Twitchell, their presentation will encompass a four hour time slot. In speaking to Arcadia Rotary, he condensed his portion of the talk to highlights we should all bear in mind.
Personal safety involves being aware of your surroundings and keeping your eyes open to what is around you. He emphasized that if you see something strange around your house or neighborhood, good, bad, or whatever, don’t hesitate to call the police, 911. The police are looking for opportunities to put criminals in jail. Things to be careful about during the holidays and other times, are “predators”, i.e. people who will follow you home after purchases, or who follow delivery trucks to homes. If you are not at home, arrange for the package to be delivered to some who will be home to receipt for the package. There has been a “spike” in stealing of late, so it pays to be vigilant. Keep doors and windows locked at home and in your car.
If you are traveling, be aware of your surroundings. If someone suspicious is approaching you, stare directly at them.
Another area of concern is identity theft. Sources of stealing information are the Internet, safeguarded information, and telephone solicitations. It is good practice to contact credit bureaus to check your status, as a check against identity theft.
Finally, he emphasized if there is an emergency situation, call 911, and don’t be reluctant to call the police. Report strange things. The police do not consider it a bother, that’s what there for. And, when describing a person to the police, try to describe the persons from head first and then down to toes.
Captain Twitchell has been with Arcadia Fire since 1991 when he was hired as probaionary Fire Technician. He became a Fire Engineer in 1996 and was both a Truck Engineer and Engineer on an Engine Company. He was promoted to Captain in 2010. He also teaches at the Ventura/Oxnard Regional Fire Academy.
Captain Twitchell said the most important thing in Emergency Preparedness is “preparation”. He believes the previous windstorm to hit the San Gabriel Valley was a great learning experience for people to learn how to adjust to like without utilities and common comforts. After the wind event, the Fire Department had 33 calls and answered all within five minutes.
Be prepared to mitigate problems. In an emergency, the Fire Department is the first line of defense. Know your neighborhood. Be prepared to share resources in the event of an emergency.
The Fire Department’s response time is excellent, but it is also responsible to answer to State calls and local needs and mutual aid.
In the possibility of the big earthquake, use your cell phone to text as direct calls maybe impacted. Practice for the Earthquake, he emphasized practice as the best preventative. Have a survival kit, try to have cash as banks may be closed, be self sufficient for 72 hours. Buy a 55 gallon water drum. Small bottles of water expire very quickly. Some people think pool water is potable, it is not. It is okay for washing but that is it.
Finally, he reminded everyone the Department has a graffiti hot line, if you see any call the Department. Like the Police Department emphasized, if you see anything odd in the neighborhood. Give them a call.

John Twitchell

The Early Years

- Born and raised in Southern California

- Attended parochial school, and graduated in 1984

Education

- Attended Santa Monica Community College to pursue a career in the Fire Service

- Attended Rio Hondo Fire Academy in 1991

- Obtained a Fire Officer’s Certification through Santa Ana College

Work Experience

- Worked in the construction industry for 5 years prior to being hired by AFD in 1991

- Volunteer Firefighter for La Habra Heights VFD

- Resided on the AFFA Board for 5 years (3 as President, 2 as Vice Pres.)

- Involved with design and procurement of Fire Department Apparatus and Equipment

- Hired as a Probationary Fire Technician in 04/91

- Promoted to Probationary FF in 01/92

- Promoted to Fire Engineer in 04/96 (spent 7 years as Truck Engineer, 6 as Engineer on an Engine Co.)

- Promoted to Fire Captain in 01/10

- Currently assisting with teaching of students at Ventura/Oxnard Regional Fire Academy

Family

- Married to wife Lori in 1994

- Proud parent of son Ryan and daughter Kelly

- Currently reside in Ventura County, just far enough away from L.A.

Activities -Enjoy doing anything that involves being outside

Pat exhibited his award winning needlework and also told what each needlework project meant to him.  Both he and his wife, Barbara Lynn, have enjoyed the years in which they have been involved with needlework and many of their finished projects have been entered in the Los Angeles County Fair.  They have both won ribbons and awards for their beautiful displays.

Pat started off his talk by saying “I needle her too much”.  Which of course, got a laugh from our club members and guests. Pat named his talk “Twist in Memories”.  He numbered his memory and needlework in the following manner:

1. “Memories of Arcadia”   Peacocks were the focal point.  Pat moved to Arcadia in 1979.  His father told him to visit the service clubs in the city, mainly Kiwanis, as his Dad belonged to that club and really wanted Pat to join also. Well, Pat came to the Arcadia Rotary Club (not invited) and came for six months without anyone saying anything.  The nominating committee asked Pat to accept an office for the following year and his reply was “I am not even a member yet”.  Well, Pat had been eating free for six months and of course became a member, accepted the offer of being on the board and eventually was Arcadia Rotary Club President 1991-92. So, picture #1 represented Rotary and his gift to weekly speakers, a clock ”Take time for Rotary” and to this day, Pat says “ the clock has remained on time.”  His lovely wife, Barbara Lynn, was Club secretary which she remained, until 2011 when she retired.

2. “Last Supper”  Pat was raised a Catholic and his family resided in South Pasadena. His brothers are John and JIm and three of them went to parochial schools. At that time, the nuns were the teachers and they wore black regalia. Pat recalled that the nun was called Sister Alexander and wondered why the nuns had boy’s names. He had a good education and he recalled that January 11, 1949, there was a snowstorm and played hookie from school so that he could play in the snow. The worst of this story is that he upon return, threw and snowball which hit Mother Superior in the head.  During his 1st Holy Communion he bent over to pick up a book and the nun walked by and her skirt went over his head.  Confession for this sin as his head was under her dress was to take place on the following Saturday and he kept saying to himself “Don’t let me die before Saturday.”   When he went to Confession the priest said he did not commit sin since he did not see anything.

3. “Gentler Quieter Time”  South Pasadena in 1888 had quite a claim to fame. The Ostrich Farm rasied ostriches for their feathers. The rich people came out to Pasadena during the cold eastern winters.  Because of this influx of visitors the famous Raymond Hotel was built and sadly, later burned down.  Orange trees were easily raised throughout the San Gabriel Valley and enticed easterners to move here. In 1907 Benjamin Hayman arrived and built a Craftsman House. His trade was to build horse carriages.  He had an arbor over his driveway with pink flowers. He road his carriage back and forth to Los Angeles on dirt roads.  Pat’s family bought this home in 1948.  The hay loft was a highlight of this home and the three boys enjoyed playing there.  Later, the carriage house became the place for dances and parties for the Pat Barnes family.

4. “College”  Pat graduated from UCLA in 1961 and his son graduated in 1994.  Pat’s mother had gone to college and graduated in 1930. That school, in 1930, moved to Westwood and it became UCLA. The actual  newspaper that Pat brought to show,  reported that March 27, 1930 UCLA had moved to Westwood. Three generations of Pat’s family have graduated from UCLA.

5. “Most important”  Pat was a senior at UCLA when he met Barbara Lynn, a freshman.  Pat had become a food service person and also washed dishes every night at her sorority.  February, 1961, was their first date. It happened to be at a dance at his parents house in South Pasadena.  This house was very picturesque and many movie studios wanted to film there, but his dad always said “no”.  His parents lived in this house until 2002. Pat said that later he was watching Hallmark Hall of Fame on television and his home in South Pasadena was featured in this program.

5. “Christmas”   This is an exciting time for their family as Pat and Barbara have made needlework stockings for their children and grandchildren to be hung for Santa to fill on Christmas Eve.  It has become a true family evening with thoughts of what Santa may leave in their stockings, that is, once they are asleep.

6. “Charles Wysocki”   A painter of New England homes and a style of pastoral landscapes all his own. Charles Wysocki lived in Cedar Glen, just a stone’s throw from Pat’s family vacation home. Charles went to art school in Pasadena and had an art gallery in Lake Arrowhead.   Pat has needleworked some of Wysock’s paintings, as Pat says “it is much cheaper.”  A Wysocki painting can range in the area of $35,000.  Pat has Wysocki’s autograph on one of his needwork paintings. The fire of 2004 burned down the family vacation home of Pat’s.  The Wysocki residence was saved due to the water system that Charles had installed prior to his death two years earlier.

7. “Motorhome 1978″  The family motorhomed to the east coast and visited Monticello, (Thomas Jefferson’s Virginia home), Sturbridge Village and the light houses of Maine. The family also rv’d to the top of Washington.  Great family times in visiting our beautiful country.

8. “Trip to Ireland”  Pat’s heritage is, of course, Irish. His grandfather was named Patrick McGovern and was raised in Michigan. Pat and Barbara Lynn spent two weeks driving throughout the beauty of the ” land of green and leprechauns.

9. Barbara Lynn has had lots of ribbons for her Latchhook Rug needlework and she said she can be called a “hooker”.

She showed us her Latch Hook pictures of a Bald Eage, and Peacocks. She has a 1st Place picture that is absolutely beautiful. Also, she has a Latch Hook of their grandson.  She also showed us a latch hook of a Harvest Cornucopia.

All of these works are beautifully done by both Pat and Barbara Lynn.  It should be noted that both sides (front and back) are meticulously completed.

Currently the Barnes’ project is of the Civil War at Gettysburg.

Our club was treated to a program filled with memories of years past.  The time went so very quickly and it was time to leave our club luncheon.

Thank you Pat and Barbara Lynn for sharing with us your talent and precious memories.

Phyllis Corliss

1. Dec. 17, 2011. Camp Trask Cleanup – The recent windstorm left Camp Trask in need of a major clean-up and restoration. With the aid of Arcadia Rotarians such as, inter alia, Frank Griffith, Ken Mallory, Bob Harbicht (despite feeling “under the weather”), Tom Crosby, Gil Stromsoe, and Jack McRae, with food supplied by Mary Salcedo, Eric Barter, and Nikki Adams, and the services of a squad of Boy Scouts, RYLA volunteers and others, the cleanup was a big success. Storm debris was cleared out and the structure was repainted. (per Jack McRae).

2. Date TBD, Planning Meeting for Community Garden of Boys and Girls Club – Volunteers are needed. (per Matt Weaver).

3. Jan. 18, 2012, 11:30 a.m. meeting Arcadia Chamber of Commerce includes an address by Arcadia’s new Chief of Police. (per Bob Hoffman).

4. Jan. 28–29, 2012 Rotary Amigos to work at girl’s orphanage,Tijuana, Mexico – volunteer sign-up sheets being distributed. (per Steve Pelletier).

5. Feb. 3, 2012, noon, Rotary Day at the Races at Santa Anita – For $12 per person, you get valet parking, racing program, and Club House admission. (per Don Milefchik).

Mary Salcedo was our speaker/presenter and did a great job of organizing this year’s program. The program was kicked off by a visit from Santa who had presents for the little ones. Mary then thanked everyone for the donations of canned goods and books for the shelter.
This year, the club was supporting Maryvale with gifts for the girls in their care. Maryvale was represented by Rose White and Jessica who were invited to tell us a little about the organization. Maryville was founded in 1856 by the Catholic Daughters of Charity. The original site was located near Union Station in Los Angeles. In 1953, the Rosemead location was dedicated and opened under the name of Maryvale. Currently Maryvale is a residential facility for girls ages 6 through 18 in Rosemead, California. The facility can accommodate up to 60 girls and they currently have 55 in residence. The girls usually will stay for 3 to 9 months but in some cases they can be there for as long as 3 years. An After Care Program supports former residents as well as Transitional Housing in El Monte. In 1999, the Early Education Program, originally established at Maryvale’s Rosemead campus in 1968, expanded to include a second location in Duarte. Mental Health Services are an integral part of Maryvale’s program of care as well. The Maryvale Family Resource & Early Education Center, opened in Duarte in 2010, expands crisis prevention services to families, children and individuals.
Rose and Jessica explained that some of the girls had never had a Christmas and thanked the club for all our support in providing resources to the community.
Mary then presided over the final 2 events: the drawing for the table center pieces and the Bingo Game. To everyone’s amusement, some of our members seemed to struggle a bit with the concept of a “Bingo”, resulting in several false “Bingos”. The eventual winners received a selection of valuable merchandise including such items as a shoe horn and “Bad Boy” T-shirts.
Happy Holidays.

Past President PATRICK L. BARNES will give his senior craft talk on 01/06/2012 entitled “Memories Reflected Through Needlework”.  PAT will reflect on his life through an exhibit of many of his needleworks (needlepoint, counted cross stick and Swedish weaving) which have won numerous ribbons at the Los Angeles County Fair.  His wife BARBARA LYNN BARNES (the club’s former Executive Secretary) will also exhibit some of her needlework (latch hook rugs) which have won ribbons at the Los Angeles County Fair.  Invite your spouse and friends who may be interested in needlework.

1.  The club will be dark on 12/24/11 and 12/30/11, and the next club meeting will be on 01/06/12.  Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

2.  The work day at Camp Rotary (formerly Camp Trask) is set for Saturday 12/17/11.  The gates will open at 8:00 A.M.  Lunch will be served.  All you need to bring with you are gloves; all tools and other necessaries will be provided.

3.  The Rotary Amigos trip is set for the weekend of 01/28/12 – 01/29/12.  The orphanage is located in a rural area of east Tijuana.  For those who can stay over, there will be a cocktail party and dinner with the Tijuana Rotary Club on Saturday night 01/28/12.

4.  Arcadia Rotary has been challenged by Azusa Rotary Club for a blood drive.  See Brad Miller for details.

5.  District is still looking for RYLA volunteers.  They don’t have to be Rotarians.

6.  Mike Real and JimRider announced that the major club fundraiser for this club year will be a Monte Carlo Casino Night on to be held on 03/17/12 at the Arcadia Community Center.  This replaces the Pot of Gold.  They’ll announce further information after the first of the year.

PAT BARNES

Finemaster Brian Cogbill buzzed through recognitions in record time.

First, he welcomed “visiting Rotarians” Keith Brown and Jim Kuhn.  Ernie Aragon and Terry Earll were recognized as the unofficial signal whose arrival at the meeting means it’s time to begin.  Andy Bundesmann was recognized “just because I like her.”  President Brad Miller’s blue and white Hawaiian Rotary shirt was recognized for “bad taste.”  And finally guest speaker Cliff Shiepe was fined $5 because he knows so many Rotarians.

Whew, that was fast!

 1.   Holiday Luncheon, Dec. 16. Mary Salcido asked all Rotarians  who are   bringing guests including children to sign up. Also, bring a $10 donation to the next meeting for gifts for the children of the Maryvale orphanage. On the 16th, please bring 2  canned goods of any kind for the homeless program, and a new or used book for children ages 4 through 11 to support a Cal State L.A. program for families in shelters and orphanages. Please contact Mary with any questions.

 2.    Camp Trask Work Party, Saturday, Dec. 17. Rob Granger said the work party would be from 9 to 1 PM and will be focused on cleaning up the Boy Scout camp. A sign up sheet will be circulated at the next meeting.

3.    Rose Parade Float. Ernie Jensen announced that our International President will be riding on the float and there will be a dinner in his honor on Dec. 30. If you would like to attend the dinner or are interested in working on the float, please contact Ernie or Frank Griffith.    

                    4.        RYLA meeting in Idylwild, March 2 to 4. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Pres. Brad.

5.       The following members were elected to  the board of directors and officers for next year. New directors are Celeste Kelly, Aaron Rose, Tom Miles, and Jim Rider, fine master. Officers will be Roger Grant, Treasurer, Jack Lamb, Secretary, Mimi Hennesy, Pres. Elect, Eric Barter, President, and Mike Ojeda, Vice President.