Where Have All the Flowers Gone?
Well, they're still coming, we hope. With the coldest yet driest Spring in history (?) and the announced prospect of mandatory water conservation, they're very slow in coming, and probably less plentiful, but we're still looking forward to some joyous flowers. (Of course, you can pick up all your gardening supplies at your local downtown hardware store.)
Last Sunday was Mothers Day, and many of us spent it with the mother of our choice. However, since there was a planned K Family event that same day, unrelated to Mothers Day, another phrase comes to mind: Where Have All the Mothers Gone?" Perhaps those CK'ers limited themselves to a quick phone call to "Mom," just as my own college-bound offspring did. Oh well, some traditions live on and others….
Back to Basics
Today E. Goodman was peopling the ticket booth, B. Rice an on-key (for once) musical tribute, S. Hearn invoked admirably, and D. Leonard Esq. dealt some cards from the overly-ornate Finebox. Prez P. Khong faked us again into buying insurance when he had forgotten once again to appoint a Secret Greeter – makes one think twice about where to buy serious insurance, like life, home, property, liability…
Guest introductions included sitting (reclining?) LTGOV E. Levitch who pretended to have real guests but turned out to be a (much esteemed) trio to be today's program. There were notable Late Arrivals, including new Life Member J. Alexander and old Past LTGOV F. Bliss.
Could It Be A takeover?
There were so many CK'ers today (9 by last count) that we thought they may ambush us. However, they held off, and Monica came to the podium:
Ø Last weekend volunteering at some event in SF
Ø Last Sunday the aforementioned Spring Banquet
Ø This Friday Special Olympics
Ø Quiet next week à FINALS!
Ø After that helping out with UC Graduation
Then "Shy" Joe came racing in and grabbed the mike and quickly remembered that he forgot the gifts (What gifts??). He may have said he has gifts for all BK'ers, or maybe it was for special ones (did he murmur names like Linda, Carpenter…?) Anyway, he's deferring to next week.
Lastly, talk about UC graduation, are there any CK'ers graduating? Perhaps not, but here's a first: there's a BKiwanian graduating – yes, our very own Haley – and wow, is she HAPPY (more to follow..)
J. Rosano was invited to announce two events – one in June in Orlando – The International Convention (so far, it's only D. Leonard going? He's gonna be lonesome if you don't sign up to join him!). And then in August, it's the District Convention in Anaheim
BEFORE THAT, however, there's a very premier event – Mark May 27 on your calendars right now! That's our very special annual Scholarship Award
Luncheon. All of our scholarship winners, plus parents, counselors, mentors will be there, and you must, too! To make it extra special, it will be a barbeque on the City Club's special vine-adorned Terrace.
The Sewing Bee
L. Hannawalt announced a major community service project making quilts (a hundred or more!) with a special meaning for seniors and for the children of the world. Immediate goal is forty "quilt tops" ready for final sewing by Labor Day. The big kick-off is a 3-day weekend (Sat thru Mon) on May 24 – sign-ups being passed around. And yes, by special request of D. Leonard, ice cream will be served. And yes, by special request of B. Barnwell, it is very accessible by public transportation (BART + Muni + special limo pickups provided!). AND THEN in June, the project will relocate to a warehouse in Berkeley
Happy and not so Sad
v Once again, Haley offered big bucks because she is so excited about GRADUATING, and what's more, is MOVING!
v As a result, Debra is very said that she is looking for a new roommate,
v L. Hannawalt is happy about "Grandma" rewards,
v B. Barnwell visited the Rolling Hills Estates Kiwanis Club and registered the Berkeley Kiwanis Club as a sponsor of the Palos Verdes Marathon with a personal donation (Thanks, Bob!)
v J. Alexander just returned from being roasted on her retirement from Circle K sponsorship at a District event last weekend (she claimed the Roast wasn't too bad).
v B. Rice was very happy to find out he can live out his remaining days without oral surgery
v F. Bliss & E. Levitch were extremely proud to have honored guests today to present our Program (much more later).
The Phenomenal Young People's Symphony Orchestra!
Now we can reveal that our very special guests were none other than David Ramadanoff, Luba Davis, and Wendy Howe of the world-renowned YPSO! They of course are always grateful of the historic partnership with Berkeley
The immediate opportunity is a Spring Concert (& Silent Auction) at Berkeley Community Theater this Sunday, May 18 at 6 p.m. It will be a joint performance with the Oakland Symphony Chorus. Get your tickets now online or by phone with YPSO (849-9776).
Our annual Pops Concert will be held this year on Sunday, June 15 and will be a special occasion to celebrate Fathers Day.
Then (actually earlier), Wendy and Luba offered Happy Dollars that David Ramadanoff is being honored by the Vallejo City Council for his 25 years of superb performance as the conductor of their Symphony Orchestra.
Lastly, Wendy made a small plea for those who might want to serve on the YPSO Board of Directors (a very rewarding experience). It was noted that a couple of BK'ers have already served (names of E. Levitch , S. Hearn come to mind). Contact Wendy!
What a great program!
je.
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