On a Clear Day
It was a clear and cold beautiful winter day, and the B-Team jumped in to action, with PrezFireX (D. Haughin) trying to sell tix and then tromp up shortly to the podium to play President, B. Rice leading his gazillionth + a few GBA, someone trying to collect money in a fire extinguisher, B. Lowman was thankful for many things!
The room was filled with younger folks, which prompted us to think that there could be some sort of Takeover going on. Shortly we found out that our suspicions were right on – In addition to a respectable showing of Circle K from UC Berkeley, there was a huge crowd coming all the way from the Oakland Tech Key Club. We were assured, however, that it was not a HOSTILE takeover, as so many were concerned.
BK & C K
We had an unusual opportunity, for a takeover day, to take care of our own important business first.
There was in fact one legitimate guest, lost in the swirling crowd. B. Fay stood up to proudly
introduce Taylon Lewis, who is an accomplice of his grandson, who is staying at the Fays' for an extended period but doesn't get up early enough to make it to a Kiwanis lunch (who's paying the room & board, anyway?)
First up, CK Monica mentioned their regular meeting that night in 20 Barrows Hall, and then a really BIG event on Friday, which is a K Family Dinner from 6:00 – 10:00 at the Carpenters. Watch out, it is also a Murder Mystery event, so be prepared to defend yourself adequately so you don't end up being the Guilty One! She also mentioned an essential presence at a Berkeley Kiwanis event on Sat. night (MORE on that later). Lastly, our dear CK'er Josh is in a currently-running play (as in Theater), called "Sauce for the Goose" at the Zellerbach Playhouse on the UC Campus. Seems that some illustrious members of our Club, namely, R. & F. Bliss, turned out for a recent performance and vouched for Josh's incomparable performance (he even demonstrated enough of his "suggestive" dance moves to entice everyone's attendance.
Moving Right On
Our Prez then made the sad announcement that long-time member (even though we haven't seen him for a long time) Bob Brown has passed away. A recognition event may be planned for March 20 – stay tuned.
Today was the day to bring SOCKS for needy donations to "YEAH" spearheaded by our own S. Hearn. There were plenty, but there's still time to contribute even more.
Annual Key Club convention is next month. Yeah, we were all blessed all the youth in attendance today jumping to their feet "We feel good/we feel fine!!" There are 8 attending from Oakland Tech and 5 from Berkeley High. P. Khong is the sole chaperone (??? Can he handle that? Whew)
V. Carpenter p assed sign-up sheets for two RIF distributions for next Wed AM, March 19. There's still time to sign up with Virginia.
The annual St. Paddy's Day funfest at the Paradis ranch is this Sat, March 14 at 5 PM. Twenty-five are already signed up, but there's still room for more – contact Tamara before it's too late
DCM this Thur, March 13, 6:00 PM @ Harry's Hof Brau. Contact PrezFireX for info & directions.
B. Carpenter announced that Interclub #13 was held last week at the meeting of the Hayward-Castro Valley Club, consisting of himself, V. Carpenter, F. Bliss, E. Goodman.
And yes, Agnes, there was a Secret Greeter, and D. Wong duly nailed (ambushed) P. Khong for not being friendly.
J. Gimpy Rosano announced a very successful Reconnoiter last weekend to our new camp project worksite at Cazadero, with F. Bliss, P. Khong, J. Egeberg, D. Leonard along for the ride. There are a good number of challenging and interesting projects for our work party outing on April 17 – 19.
B. K. Happy & Not So Sad
E. Goodman escaped a fine so far, but turned herself in for not wearing her pin NOR a badge.
P. Khong had a 5-spot for being involved in the Reconnoiter + 4 more happy events.
Josh was happy to be holding "interviews" for next year's office in Circle K.
C. Fitch bragged about being an Oakland Tech grad of 1933 to much standing applause of the current student body.
L. Hannawalt was happy and proud of winning a quilting competition and a Key Club bowling tournament (Can someone weave a quilt with one hand while wielding a bowling ball with the other?).
A Program Turned Around
Leslie tromped up unceremoniously to take the mike and take over the meeting for Oakland Tech Key Club. We played intense games such as the likes of "Watermelon" and "Punishment." During the course of the latter, F. & R. Bliss and V. & B. Carpenter voluntarily subjected themselves for punishment by KISSING (wow!)
THEN we had a serious presentation of their winning 2nd pla ce in a Pediatric Trauma competition.
AND THEN the serious fun started, when they brought up mystery auctioneer VIJAY (Have we seen him before somewhere – amongst Circle K ranks?)! He started right out with showing us how to "reach for a star!"… and then…keep it up (keep on bidding, that is). Vijay + KC were so organized that they even had three categories: 1) baked goods, 2) other goods, and 3) services! What "services" you ask? Well, house cleaning, party serving/cleanup, gardening etc. The latter were VERY popular for our mature crowd. A very successful Takeover, wethinks!
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