Today we had a small but "quality" crowd (dubiously claimed by somebody
in the back of the room). B. Rice tried to get folks to sing on key, B.
Fay was thankful that at least some folks were here, B. Price was trying
to fine folks for being here, and some invisible Kiwanian was trying to
get folks to pay for lunch (by buying tickets).
We even had guests, to beef up the crowd. Yeah, D. Haughin introduced
her favorite MIL (Mother-in-Law) June, all the way from Colorado Springs
(yes, she still comes to visit, in spite of her daughter-in-law's pesky
father – the goateed guy).
Then we had B. Fay's grandson, Patrick, who is on his way back to
Oakdale, or someplace like that, in southern Oregon.
Then we had a virtual landslide of announcements. Whew, it's a happening
scene!!:
District Convention in San Diego August 13 – 15: We have as many as
twelve going, if everyone shows up (as you know, we have certain members
who tend to get lost)
Hayward-Castro Valley fundraiser on Aug 22. Get your tix ahead of
time. Contact B. Carpenter.
Solano Stroll is…. Sept 13. Come man our booth. In fact, we have two –
maybe we can "man" one and "woman" the other.
LtGov Installation is Sept 10 – Elio's Restaurant in San Leandro.
BK Club Installation
(who's in and who's out??) Sept 29 – Rancho
Paradis in Lafayette
Testimony to Bob Payne – Aug 29, 5:30 pm – Spenger's $40
Interclub at Hayward Castro Valley's Ice Cream social last week -- B.
& V. Carpenter, E. Goodman, B. Rice (yes, you can still love ice cream
even when you're almost a hundred years old)
Make Sandwiches at Sandra's next Monday @ 11:00 – eat them afterwards
(hope some are left for the service project at YEAH…)
Last Night's Dine Out was a success, in spite of the small crowd (and
the first two restaurants being closed – what's that all about? Anyway,
nobody went hungry)
The plans for the gazebo at Washington School are finally done (we
think – only E. Levitch knows for sure) J. Piercy is now submitting them
for approval (which should take no longer than a year).
The Circle K Expedition
Prez Josh introduced VP Mimi and Fundraiser Ken. They have had no less
than eight summer service events so far – whew! Among other things, they
assisted with the Dog Festival at Golden Gate Fields last weekend
(sponsored by the Animal Shelter). They had an "Angel" baking party for
kids (from St. Andrews School) to help make cookies to send to soldiers
defending our country (?). Lastly, their annual Garage Sale is Sept 5
6 (a busy weekend… since it is Labor Day, AND the 1st home Cal football
game, AND the Bay Bridge will be closed).
More Goings-On
The incoming "Blissful Paradise" DoublePrez handed out questionnaires
last week about who wants power service and committee chairs next year.
Remember to turn yours back in by the firm due date. Anyone remember
when? Soon!
Happy, Sad, and Otherwise
• B. Carpenter is not looking forward very much to some more chest
surgery on Aug 28 – seems that they forgot to put a couple ribs back in
(or something like that)
• P. Khong had some cockamamie story about his power steering going out
and creating endless havoc (at least, according to his story that went
on and on…)
• Patrick (same Fay grandson) had a similar cockamamie story about his "
clunker" breaking down…but unfortunately, had a very sad $$ about his
parents divorcing
• Mimi (same CK'er) had a slightly-less-cockamamie, but just as long a,
story about celebrating her 20th BD
• B. Fay came from yet-another Fay family reunion but nevertheless is
celebrating the 58th anniversary of his being ordained at Grace
Cathedral (TO MUCH APPLAUSE – clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap,
clap.clap)
• E. Levitch was identified today as the real Ron Dellums. Everyone
agreed that he was probably the same guy.
• J. Rosano was happy that the Cal football season is right around the
corner. This IS the year….
• B. Rice was very happy and excited about being honored once again for
something that he rambled on so much – we were all so happy for Bob!!
Even though we didn't know what it was…!!
Another Fill-In Program
Program Chair for the Month J. Egeberg reminded us that he masquerades
as a faithful public servant and first described the City's plans to
pave ALL of University Avenue, in phases starting from the bottom, over
the next few months. Be prepared for inconvenience!
He next proceeded to put (almost) everyone to sleep by making a
presentation, given to the City Council a few months ago, on the program
to convert overhead utilities (electrical wires + communication
facilities) to underground – a very expensive proposition. He provided
the whole history, displayed maps & everything. Boy that REALLY put
everyone to sleep.
When it was over, PrezFireX asked him whether there would be a better
program next week, and he said he hoped so but couldn't promise.
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