Optimist Club of
Shawnee Mission
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This page was last updated: October 17, 2008
June 23, 2008 Issue #431
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Al Faltermeier doing double duty by leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and then carrying the note to the Optimist song. Attend.ance to?ay was down - --way down so AI's skills were really needed for the standard opernng. WIth our weak membership every effort should be made to attend the Monday meetings.
Meeting Notes
No birthdays were announced this week but there could be a big one next week that will include a double celebration.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported he had a major crash with his computer. Hopefully all the important information regarding the Optimist records can be restored. If not, he ~ill probably need to take a class in keyboarding to reenter the information. The President is still seeking a member to be vice-president elect for 2009. If anyone is interested in the important position (vice president) please give the president a call.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield discussed the club's status as a 50/3C organization.
The importance of water safety was discussed in general as it related to swimming pools, lake boating, and canoeing. This past week a young child in Shawnee had a close call in a swimming pool which generated the discussion.
Next week's program --Business meeting.
No one won the weekly pot because there wasn't enough "green" in the room to make it worthwhile.
See you next week.
Don
June 16, 2008 Issue #430
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mrs. Betty Hoge leading in the flag salute and Mr. Mike Forsythe carrying the note to the Optimist song. After listening to the song --you might say we had a bad day.
Meeting Notes
Guests today included Mrs. Susan Lemon, daughter of Mr. Dusty Chandler and Mr. Bill Forsythe, son of Mr. Mike Forsythe. It seems Bill is interested in joining the club --it seems "we are really glad."
According to Sec../Treas. Bill Birchfield the final net sales for Old Shawnee Days was $1,773.57 this year which varied somewhat from years past. It is difficult to plan for the event each year---some years supplies are left over and some years there are not. If any supplies aren't sold before hand they can always be used for a later function. In the Scribes opinion the only way for accurate accountability is for one person to do the ordering, shopping and reporting gross and net sales. Thanks again to everyone who carried the weight during Old Shawnee Days weekend.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield has been cleaning his garage/basement and provided the President with many historical documents from the Mission Optimist Club.
President Gay Clemenson reported the Annual Spaghetti Dinner CCC last Thursday, June 12,2008 from 5:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. went real good. It was well attended along with having a lot of help. Thanks to all the people who participated in the event.
President Clemenson said the club concession trailer needs to be tucked away since it will not be used in the near future.
Mr. Mike Forsythe is performing in "Oklahoma" as Andrew Carnes. The outstanding show is continuing this weekend June 19,20,21, and 22 in The Theater In The Park, Shawnee Mission Park. If you are looking for something to do --this is the place to be. Show starts at 8:30 p.m. with the door opening at 7:00 p.m. They have been drawing standing ovations so check it out.
Next week's program --Business meeting.
Nobody won the weekly pot because of small attendance (no tickets sold). You could win and still be a loser --no one wants to be in that category. I
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
June 9, 2008 Issue #429
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Sec./Treas Bill Birchfield providing grace, Mr. Dave Fick leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song.
Meetine: Notes
Mr. Mark Rawie's birthday is June 13 but he wasn't present to hear the thunderous applause so we just decided to wait until next week to announce it.
President Clemenson reminded everyone about the Annual Spaghetti Dinner CCC Event that will be held Thursday, June 12 from 5:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe Trail Restaurant, 9946 W. 87th, Overland Park, Ks. Our club will be donating four Turrle Wax car wash passes as silent auction items. Tickets for the occasion are $10.00 at the door or $8.00 if purchased earlier. Waiters and waitresses are needed. If you can help please give the President a call.
Mrs. Betty Hoge gave a report on the Trails Cafe operation in Old Shawnee Town during Old Shawnee Days, June 6-8, 2008. The club had a net of$1,6399.54 for the three day operation. She thanked all the people who worked their shifts plus extended time to cover where help was needed. Some of the left over supplies can be used for the Craft Fair, September 20.
Program Notes
The scribe introduced Mr. Mark Mollentine with the Governor's Meeting House. The pre-historical home was built in conjunction with the Reverend Thomas Johnson as a mission parsonage, by the prosperous Shawnee Indians who lived in, hunted and formed the region. Kansas became a territory in 1854, which began a series of events unparalleled in American history. At the forefront of these events the first Territorial Governor of Kansas, Andrew Reeder, arrived to attempt a peaceful transition from frontier to statehood. The home is designated as a Johnson County historical site. In observance of its' rich history of hospitality it was renamed the "Governor's Meeting House." The historic place is now a restaurant and catering business. Great program.
Next weeks program--- To be Announced
Mr. Jim Sharp won the weekly pot. Yes, he was sitting to the right of a Don. No one won when the first ticket was pulled because the old tickets were left in the container from last week. The second drawing made Jim a winner which made him enough for a gallon of gas --enough to get back to work.
See you next week.
Don
June 2, 2008 Issue #428
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Dave Fick leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. We had enough at the meeting today for two part harmony. It was great to see just about a full house.
Meeting Notes
Mr. Mike Forsythe reported on the trailer concession sales from last week. There was a net sale of $21 0 with about $840 in net sales for the last two weeks. The trailer has been put in mothballs for a while since the soccer schedule has been completed. Workers last week included Mr. David Teasley (opening), Mrs. Betty Hoge (closing), Kaci Forsythe (day time) and Mr. Mike and Mary Beth Forsythe (doing the shopping).
Mr. David Teasley with Edward Jones suggested maybe the concession trailer could be used during the Edward Jones sponsored Independence Day Celebration (from 7:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.) on June 29, 2008 being held at the Liberty Memorial in K.C., Missouri. He will check on the feasibility of using the trailer.
President Clemenson discussed the District Meeting that was held in Emporia last Saturday. She was pleased to participate in strategic planning and felt it was a very worth while meeting. The plan is to be available in August.
President Clemenson had tickets available for the Annual Spaghetti Dinner CCC Event. The dinner will be on June 12,2008 from 5:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe Restaurant, 9946 W. 8Th, Overland Park, Ks. 66212. We need to support the event by the selling of tickets ($8.00 and $10.00 at the door), providing auction items, along with helping as salad makers and/or servers. If paying for the tickets by check please make it out to OIFCC. Thanks for helping the cause.
One of the highlights of Old Shawnee Days activities will be a Tomato Roll (little red balls) with the top prize being a swimming pool family pass and second prize a garden basket. Sounds like fun for the young and old alike.
Mrs. Betty Hoge, Mr. Al Faltermeier and the scribe (a committee of three) is organizing the work schedule, food, etc. for Old Shawnee Days, June 6-8, 2008 at the Trails Cafe in Old Shawnee Town. Enclosed is a revised copy of the work schedule as presented in the meeting today. Since we are short on workers in some time slots you may have to extend the time you agreed to work if we are busy. Remember --this is our big fund-raiser.
President Clemenson along with Mr. Al Faltermeier welcomed Mr. David Teasley into the club as a new Optimist member. Mr. Teasley and wife have four children who are busy with summer activities. He works for Edward Jones with his office at 1-435 and Midland Drive in Shawnee. Welcome, David, to a great organization.
Next week's program --Mr. Mark Mollentine from the Governor's House
Mrs. Betty Hoge won the weekly pot. Yes, she was sitting to the left of a Don, maybe just a little diagonally. Since the winner last week didn't take the money, she doubled up --now she can buy two gallons of gas.
See you next week.
Don
May 12, 2008 Issue #426
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, the scribe leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. Someone suggested choir lessons for the group but what can you do with six in the choir.
Meeting Notes
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield identified Mr. Mike Dalen as a birthday boy on May 10. Congratulations, Mike, for being a year older.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield provided President Clemenson with a few Optimist items for the historical society that were stored in his garage since the beginning of time. The two items included a banner that said, "Friends of Boy" and a December 1987 Christmas tree sales work roster. As you can see the banner is a little outdated since we are now" Friends of Youth".
President Gay Clemenson reported on concession sales at Swarner Park from last Saturday. Since the money box was still locked she could not give final figures --she did say that it didn't feel too heavy. Mr. Mike Forsythe helped open on Saturday with Mrs. Betty Hoge and the scribe closing. Next Saturday, May 17, 2008 the concession trailer will be in operation again. Since Miss Kaci Forsythe won't be working club volunteers will be needed for both shifts (7:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. -5:00 p.m.). If you can help please give Mr. Mike Forsythe or President Clemenson a call.
President Clemenson provided information on the Annual Spaghetti Dinner CCC Event. The dinner will be on June 12,2008 from 5:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe Trail Restaurant, 9946 W. 87th, Overland Park, Ks. 66212. We will need to support the event by the selling of tickets, providing auction items, along with helping as salad makers and/or servers. An organizational meeting is scheduled in Olathe at the North Lindenwood Support Center on Tuesday, May 20, at 5:30 p.m. The club president or their designee should plan to attend.
Program Notes
Pastor Roland Boehnke introduced Mrs. Gayl Reinsch, Manager (Client Services) with Youth Friends who talked about Youth Friends in general. Youth Friends started around 13 years ago when it was decided that kids need caring adults as mentors. The program is a one on one with a child while at school. The program is now in 39 school districts with around 4,800 mentors. It is basically designed for kids who have a particular need. The Kaufman Foundation provided a five and a half million dollar grant to the organization to inspire kids in science, math and technology. Ways to help with the program include: (1) mentor a child (about job), (2) student internships, (3) job shadowing, and (4) teacher technology training (summer employment). Youth Friends mentors open new worlds for students by expanding their view of what's possible. Great program!
Next week's program --Yet to be determined.
The weekly pot was not offered this week because of limited attendance. A person could win and still come out a loser. Someone's gas tank will just have to run on empty this week.
See you next week.
NEWSLETTER
May 5, 2008 Issue #425
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Jim Sharp leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. 1t was good to see Pastor B. back with us.
Meeting Notes
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported Mr. Dusty Chandler is a birthday boy as of today. The scribe heard a little birdie say that he was 86 years old which is younger than mud. Congratulations, Dusty!
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield mentioned the Boy Scouts of America will make a formal presentation regarding a charter to the club for Cub Pack 3297.
President Clemenson reported the soccer game concession from last Saturday netted $89. This Saturday, May 10, the soccer game concession will be open again from 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Miss Kaci Forsythe will work but will need someone to help set up and close. At this time no one has stepped forward to help open, but Mrs. Betty Hoge has offered to help close. If anyone can help set up please give Mr. Mike Forsythe a call. The following week on May 17, Kaci will not be able to work so club members will need to help out at that time.
President Clemenson reminded the group that a person needs to come forward to be the President Elect so in the fall someone will be available to become the President for the following year.
President Clemenson reported that she is getting a schedule together for Old Shawnee Days which will be coming up in June. Members will need to keep their schedule clean so they will be available to work in the Trails Cafe. This is one of our biggest fund-raisers so it will be important that everyone do their part.
Next week's program --Yet to be determined.
The scribe won the weekly pot. Yes, he was sitting on a Don. Yes, it was his turn to win. He won enough for 1 Y2 gallons of gas --it's better than nothing.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
April 28, 2008 Issue #424
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Chief Tom Hayselden providing grace, the Scribe leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Chief doing double duty carrying the note to the Optimist song. Pastor Roland Boehnke was in our prayer again this week. Hopefully he will be back with us soon. The President thanked everyone for coming. Meeting Notes
The meeting started off on a very positive note when two ladies (JoAnn and Diane) walked in off the street to join us for lunch because they wanted to know more about our club. We also had Mr. David Teasley with us today following our recruitment dinner that was held at the Trails Cafe in Old Shawnee Town last Tuesday evening. Thanks to all of them for their interest in the Optimist club. Other people at our recruitment dinner last Tuesday included Mr. Tim Hensley and Mrs. Jyottika Gambhir with Wachovia.
No birthdays or anniversaries were reported this week --maybe next week.
President Clemenson mentioned the Childhood Cancer Campaign (spaghetti dinner) will take place June 22, 2008 at the Santa Fe Cafe in Overland Park. Each club member will be given tickets to sell. Tickets will be $10.00 at the door and $8.00 in advance. There also will be a silent auction so there will be a need for items for this occasion. More on this later.
President Clemenson reported on concession trailer sales during the soccer game at Swarner Park last Saturday. Net sales were $197. Mr. Mike Forsythe and Mr. Brad Daniels helped set up with Miss Kaci Forsythe working during the day. Mrs. Betty Hoge helped close. This coming weekend, May 3, Kaci will work again with President Clemenson helping with the set up. If anyone can help with the closing please give Mr. Mike Forsythe a call.
Since we had guests today who were interested in the Optimist Club the President went through our club history and operations. Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield provided information on our club fund-raisers and who benefits from the funds.
Next week's program --Yet to be determined.
Mr. Dusty Chandler won the weekly pot. Yes, he was sitting to the right of a Don. The scribe thinks Dusty has figured it out --come late and buy late.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
April 21, 2008 #Issue 423
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield providing grace, the scribe leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. The song did not ring out loud because of a few voices today. Pastor Roland Boehnke was in our prayers because of his left eye problem involving a blood clot. Meetine: Notes
Pastor Gary Armour was a birthday boy as of April 20. Congratulations, Gary, for being a day older. The President mentioned we should be celebrating Earth Day and the scribe agreed because his yard looks green (grass) and yellow (dandelions) like a John Deere tractor.
President Clemenson reported on the district meeting in Topeka last weekend. The meeting consisted of training (change management), committee reports, six oratorical finalist presentations and the Oklahoma/Kansas merger tabled for now. Optimist International Meeting will be held in Grapevine, Texas this summer. The annual Kansas District Meeting will be held in Lawrence, Kansas in August.
The recruitment dinner scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2008, 6:30 p.m. to be held at the Trails Cafe in Old Shawnee Town was discussed. We will be planning for a total of 16 which will include present members and prospective members. We plan to have a variety of pizzas from Papa Murphy's, along with a power point Optimist program presentation.
No soccer games were played again at Swarner Park this past weekend due to wet fields. The games are scheduled again for this weekend, April 26 from 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Kaci is planning to work but needs help setting up and closing up. Please let Mr. Mike Forsythe know if you can help.
Next week's program -Business Meeting
No one won the weekly pot this week because if you did win you still could be a loser because of low attendance.
See you next week.
Don
April 7,2008 Issue #421
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Jim Sharp leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song.
Meetine Notes
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield was back with us today after a few weeks of cruising and celebrating his first wedding anniversary.
President Clemenson discussed the recruitment dinner that is scheduled for Monday, April 22, at the Trails Cafe in Old Shawnee Town. A few people are starting to RSVP so it will be important for all members to follow up with prospective members.
The concession trailer was not in operation last Saturday for the soccer games at Swarner Park because of a lack of manpower. Soccer games will be in operation again this Saturday, April 12 at Swarner Park and the concession trailer will be open for business because help will be available. Miss Kaci Forsythe will work the trailer with Mr. Al Faltermeier helping set up. Anyone wanting to help should give Mr. Mike Forsythe a call.
Chief Tom Hayselden introduced Mr. Joe Maciel who made a short presentation on a funding need to support a girls softball team. Mr. Maciel has been coaching for around ten years and sees a real need for youngsters to live an active life. At the present time they have 12 girls on the team with very little equipment. They have a need for $600 to help pay for partial fees, equipment, etc. All of the games will be played at the Johnson County Girls Sports Complex with the season starting May 1. The scribe moved and Mr. Dusty Chandler seconded to provide the $600 for the girls softball team. Motion passed. Sponsorship of the softball team by the Shawnee Mission Optimist Club will be acknowledged by a banner or name on uniforms. Good luck to Joe and his team.
Next week's program --Mayor Laura McConwell, Mission Mayor
The scribe won the weekly pot. Yes, he was sitting on a Don. Fair attendance today because he won enough for two gallons of gasoline.
See you next week.
Don
P .S. Following the meeting the scribe learned some interesting information. It seems that Mary Beth Forsythe will be making her debut on April 18 at the Theater Atchinson in Atchinson, Kansas starting at 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday with Sunday starting at 2:00 p.m. The title of the play is Important Being Ernest. She will be playing Miss
Prisim and pro Mike Forsythe will be playing Canon Chasuble in the production which could include some hanky panky. Worth going to see.
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NEWSLETTER
September 15, 2008 Issue #442
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield providing grace, Mr. Dave Fick leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and "all of us" carrying the note to the Optimist song. The scribe heard the President say "Yea;"-- the scribe thought for what.
Meetine Notes
President Clemenson introduced her guest and neighbor, Ms. Colleen Brull-- maybe she could add to her title like "member." Mr. Jerry Keith was with us again as a guest and now also a new member. Thanks, Jerry, for picking up the slack in our fine running machine.
No birthdays were reported this week.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported on the Board of Directors Meeting from two weeks ago. The following topics were discussed:
1. Ad in Shawnee Chamber of Commerce Map. It would have to be a free-be or it will be a no-be.
2. New Board of Director member for 3 years -Don Hrabik.
3. Pop Warner Football Program in Johnson Co. --approved $250 for program. Sec./Treas. Birchfield discussed annual membership dues ($110), processing fees
($25.00) and price for meals ($10.75). Any bills will be sent out after October 1.
Mrs. Betty Hoge (Concession Chairperson) reported soccer trailer net sales of $144.00 from two weeks ago. All soccer games were canceled this past Saturday due to the weather. This Saturday, Sept. 20, Jordon Faltermeier will work the concession trailer and get service credit hours for doing it. Thanks, Jordon, for stepping to the plate.
The Craft Fair will also be taking place Saturday, Sept. 20, at Old Shawnee Town and the following people are scheduled to work: Betty Hoge, Mark and Kathy Rawie, Gay Clemenson, Dave Fick, Dusty Chandler, Mark Rogers, Meghan and Lyle Fryrear. Thanks to all the people for helping out.
The Barbecue contest in Old Shawnee Town will take place on Sat., Sept. 27. Mr. Jim Sharp is the lead person on this fund-raiser. He would like to have all the workers there by 5:45 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. serving biscuits and gravy to the participants in the contest. President Clemenson, David Teasley and Jim Sharp will be working --more
help is needed so if you can help give Jim a call (816/942-1599). It was decided the price for the biscuits and gravy would be raised from $4.00 to $5.00. Thanks to everyone for helping with the fund-raisers.
Program next week --yet to be determined.
Mr. David Teasley won the weekly pot. Yes, he was sitting diagonally from a Don. Thanks, David, for getting a piece of the action.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
September 8, 2008 Issue #441
From the President
Past President Mike Forsythe opened the meeting with Mrs. Mary Beth Forsythe providing grace, Mr. David Teasley leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Past President leading in the Optimist song. The singing made the guest and program presenter smile --a notch below a laugh. Great turnout today.
Meeting Notes
No birthdays were announced this week.
The scribe introduced his guest, Mr. Jerry Keith, who is interested in joining the club. He recently retired and is looking forward to being a part of the group --we are also looking forward to having him and his wife, Dianne.
President Elect Al Faltermeier reported on soccer concession sales ($138.00 gross) from last Saturday. Thanks to Al and grandson, Jordon, along with Mr. Dave Fick for attending the trailer and Mrs. Betty Hoge for taking care of any purchases. This Saturday, Mr. Rick Wartko and son are planning to work the concession trailer.
Betty mentioned in a telephone call that Tim, Joe Hoge's son replaced a circuit breaker in the concession trailer so all circuits are functioning again. Joe may not be with us --but he is still looking down on us. Thanks, Tim!
The Craft Fair will be taking place Saturday, September 20,2008 and workers will be needed for the Trails Cafe. If you have not signed up --now is the time. Please let Mrs. Betty Hoge know if you are available (913/631-9354).
Mr. Jim Sharp mentioned he will be needing four people to serve biscuits and gravy during the Barbecue Contest in Old Shawnee Town on Saturday, September 27, 2008. The biscuits and gravy will be purchased from First Watch. All people working should plan to be at the Trails Cafe from 5:45 a.m. -10:00 a.m. Please let Mrs. Betty Hoge know if you can help (913/631-9354).
Mr. David Teasley asked about the status of the Pop Warner football program since it was mentioned in the newsletter last week. Since some officers were not present today that question can best be answered next week.
Program Notes
The scribe introduced Mr. Fred Krebs, History Instructor with the JCCC who talked about the history of the college. The college first opened in September, 1969 and is now celebrating its 40th anniversary. Today the JCCC is one of the outstanding 2 year colleges in the country. It presently offers 19,000 credit hours with 12,000 of those being full time equivalents. Each student averages 8.5 credit hours per semester. The comprehensive community college over all provides: (1) diversity, (2) sustainability, and (3) competency. Performing Arts at JCCC is outstanding with many fine programs throughout the year. Great program.
Next week's program --yet to be announced.
Mr. Jerry Keith, our guest, won the weekly pot. Yes, he was sitting to the right of a Don. Today was really a good day to win because the pot was up and the price of gas was down---let the gas flow.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
August 25, 2008 Issue #440
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, the scribe leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and President Elect Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. The President thanked a few for coming because that is all there were in attendance --a few.
Meeting Notes
No birthdays to report this week. Someone asked President Al Faltermeier what he did on his birthday a few weeks back and he couldn't remember or just didn't want to say --take your pick.
Mrs. Betty Hoge reported on concession trailer sales from last Saturday. The sales grossed $162.00 with a net of $98. The early soccer games were cancelled because of rain but were held as scheduled starting at 10:30 a.m. The weather was beautiful the rest of the day with the temperature being a little on the cool side. The President and the scribe worked with Mrs. Hoge doing the buying and helping close. There was a question whether the soccer games would be played on Labor Day weekend. Mrs. Betty Hoge will check the web site for an answer. If there are games scheduled Mr. Dusty Chandler and Mrs. Hoge will work. President Elect Al Faltermeier and Mr. Dave Fick are scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2008. Thanks to everyone for keeping the ball rolling.
The President reminded everyone that .DQ meeting is scheduled for Monday, September I, 2008 because of Labor Day.
As a part of the meeting, several topics were discussed for input for later action by the Board of Directors.
1. A Shawnee, Kansas street map produced by the Shawnee Chamber of . Commerce. This vehicle would give our club an opportunity to place an ad for $250 which would promote our club. The maps would be handed out at no cost by the city.
2. Pop Warner Football program was discussed in general. There were more questions than answers.
3. Shawnee Business Expo and membership costs.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported that two new Board of Directors are needed for 2008-2011. The board will take action at a later date.
Next week's program --No program (Labor Day weekend)
Yes, no one won the weekly pot again --same song just a different verse. One day the scribe hopes to drive on the top part of his gas tank rather than on the bottom.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
August 18, 2008 Issue #439
From the President
Past President Mike Forsythe opened the meeting with Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield providing grace, Mr. Dave Fick leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Past President Forsythe carrying the note to the Optimist song. Someone said that it was awful-- if you had seen the choir you would know why. The President was away enjoying the day.
Meeting Notes
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported Mr. Al Faltermeier is a birthday boy as of August 21. Having been the 2008 Old Shawnee Days Grand Marshall and now the 2009 President Elect doesn't mean that time stops so keep on ticking, AI! Congratulations.
Mrs. Betty Hoge, concession sales chairperson, reported net sales of $142 for the soccer games at Swarner Park on Sat., Aug. 16. Next week the net sales should be better since most of the supplies were stocked from the initial order. Workers are still needed to cover the soccer concession trailer sales during the next few months along with the planned activities at the Trails Cafe. If you can help out please give Mrs. Betty Hoge (913/631-9354) a call. Thanks to Mr. Brad Daniels for placing the trailer at Swarner Park last Thursday. The chairperson and the scribe shopped on Thursday and had the concession trailer ready to go on Saturday. Mr. Dave Fick and the scribe worked the concession trailer on Saturday. Next week President Gay Clemenson and the scribe are scheduled to work.
Past President Mike Forsythe talked about the Shawnee Business Expo that will take place on October 23, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. at the Shawnee Community Center. He expressed an interest in our club supporting it because of the possible contacts. Mr. David Teasley will check into membership costs and get back to the group.
Program Notes
Mr. David Teasley introduced Mr. Jeremie Jackson who is organizing a Pop Warner Football League in Johnson County. Pop Warner has been around since 1929 and was first organized to keep kids off the streets in Pennsylvania. It is presently in 41 states with 12 state regions. The concept is geared around providing a positive sportsmanship environment involving players, parents, coaches, referees and spectators. This is accomplished through player and spectator contracts with policy enforcement. A teacher's input is also a factor in determining continued participation. Since the Pop Warner program in Johnson County is new, funds are needed to help support the operation. Good program!
Next week's program -Board of Directors Meeting
No one won the weekly pot again because it wasn't offered because of low attendance. The scribe's gas tank is getting lower and lower --this can't go on indefinitely.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
August 11,2008 Issue #438
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Brad Daniels leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. The program speaker thought our openIng was UnIque.
Meetine Notes
No birthdays were announced today but look for a big "boom" in a week or so. President Clemenson mentioned that Mr. Al Faltermeier, our President-Elect would be attending the State Optimist meeting in Wichita this weekend. Hopefully, he will learn some skills to keep old members moving forward.
President Clemenson reminded the group she probably would not be in attendance next Monday. Hopefully a past president will be available to take her place.
The scribe didn't bring it up but a few stories were told today regarding John Deere tractors. Evidently one tractor had a problem and was being pushed while the other was working pulling a kiddie train. Yes, sometimes we have to create something to talk about some people call it filler.
President Clemenson passed around the final work sheet for people to sign up regarding activities at Old Shawnee Town and the soccer concession trailer. Hopefully the fully developed work schedule will allow for maximum fund-raising. The concession trailer will be in use this Saturday, August 16, 2008 at Swarner Park for soccer games. Hopefully the trailer will be cleaned out and moved to Swarner park by someone by Friday so it can be in operation Saturday morning. Mr. Dave Fick and the scribe have signed up to work Mrs Betty Hoge has agreed to be in charge of trailer concessions along with activities at the Trails Cafe. She will also be doing the buying, keeper of the money box and clean up so it will be important for everyone to help in the overall total operation.
Program Notes
Pastor Roland Boehnke introduced Mr. Dick Woodhouse who talked about wood-turning as a hobby and pastime. In the beginning, he knew very little about woodworking but after taking a class at Wood Craft in Lenexa he was hooked on the hobby. The K. C. Woodworking Club is very much a part of his life and he presently serves on the
Advisory Board. The club has 130+ members and meets at 1-35 and 67th Street in the old Meyer Lumber Yard building. He showed many examples of his wood tumed work. The club has a large shop along with a print and viewing library for club members. Anyone interested in joining the club should give him a call (913/851-5917). This was a very interesting program and if you missed it, it was your loss.
Next week's program --Yet to be determined.
No one won the weekly pot because of low numbers who usually participate in the activity --you guessed it, no tickets were sold.
See you next week.
Don Shawnee Mission Optimist Club
NEWSLETTER
Aug. 4, 2008 Issue #437
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Mike Forsythe doing double duty by leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and carrying the note to the Optimist song.
Meeting Notes
Guest today was Mr. Brendan Teasley, son of Mr. David Teasley. It was good to see a young person in the meeting.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield read a thank you letter from Shawnee Community Services for a $500 donation for program expansion.
President Gay Clemenson passed out working copies of a work schedule for trailer concession sales and activities at Old Shawnee Town. Once the schedules are finalized by each member then a master schedule will be developed. With everyone working together the club will have greater revenue rather than hiring someone to operate the different concessions.
President Clemenson mentioned that she and Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield attended the zone meeting last Saturday at Zarda Barbecue. Topics discussed at the meeting included: (1) Each club have speaker for other clubs, Mr. David Teasley in our club volunteered to be that person, (2) Next year's dues will be increased by one dollar and (3) United Way has filed a protest for Optimist International to have tax free status. The State Convention is going to be held on August 15-17, 2008 in Wichita.
They are no longer holding rooms so you need to make your own reservations if you plan to attend. A schedule of activities has been developed so a person will know what is going to take place at different times. A new marketing kit will also be available. The meeting would be great for all 2009 President Elects.
The 2009 Optimist International Meeting will take place in Orlando, Florida in July. Sounds like a good time to plan for next year's vacation.
Mr. David Teasley talked about the development of a new Pop Warner League in the area with emphasis on sportsmanship by all involved. More on this later.
Program teams were discussed in general because it is important to provide programs for three weeks out of the month. In the near future the scribe feels the teams need to be reviewed and adjustments made for the list to be more efficient. More on this later.
Next week's program --Wood carver
Mrs. Mary Beth Forsythe won the weekly pot. Yes, she was sitting diagonally from a Don. She must have had a full gas tank because she donated her winnings back to the club.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
July 28, 2008 Issue #436
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mrs. Betty Hoge leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Jim Sharp carrying the note to the Optimist song. The choir was limited today but Jim did the best he could --it definitely wasn't recording day.
Meeting Notes
The "big" bang will take place on Wednesday, July 30. Sec./Treas Bill Birchfield will be a birthday boy then and they go way back on that date. No one really knows how many. Congratulations!
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield mentioned he had received a Christmas tree order form in the mail. He reviewed the type of trees for sale along with the prices and asked if he should complete it --the scribe heard "no" echoing in the background.
President Clemenson mentioned there is going to be a zone meeting tonight, 6:00 p.m. at Zarda Barbecue, 87th and Quivira.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reminded the group he submitted the officer elected report. Thanks to Mr. Al Faltermeier for accepting the President Elect office for 2009.
President Clemenson reported the District Annual Conference will be August 14-17, 2008, Airport Hilton in Wichita, Ks. Registration deadline is August 1 and it is open to everyone. A variety of training sessions will be presented. A major topic of discussion will be a Strategic Plan for the Kansas District. The following goals will be a part of the plan: (1) Leadership Development Training, (2) Communications/Connection Technology, 3) Grow/Retention/Revitalization, (4) Involvement/Services, (5) Marketing/Technology and (6) Financial/Fundraising.
President Clemenson discussed in general soccer concession sales, dates, and work power. Soccer games will start August 16 and run though Oct. 26. There will be a special soccer tournament Sept. 19-21 at Swarner Park. Also on Aug. 20-21 there will be an elite soccer tournament. Overall we will need staffing for 11 Saturdays so it will be important for all club members to carry the load. While this is going on the club will be in action in Old Shawnee Town during the Craft Fair (Sept. 20) and the Barbecue Contest (Sept. 27). Fundraisers are nice but we need workers to make it happen. "All" club members should make an effort to work whether they attend the meeting each week or not. The important thing is we can make more money through fundraisers if we all work as a team rather than hiring someone to do the work for us.
Next week's program --Yet to be determined.
The weekly pot was won by the scribe today. Yes, he was sitting on a Don. Attendance numbers were not great today and neither was the winnings --just enough to buy fumes.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
July 21, 2008 Issue #435
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mrs. Betty Hoge leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. Choir was made up of eight members so you know the rest of the story. It wasn't a good day for recording.
Meeting Notes
No birthdays were announced this week but a big bang will be coming up next week.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported we are past due in selecting/electing a President-Elect for 2009. After much discussion MR. AL FALTERMEIER was asked to consider the office. Following a show of 100% support from the members present he did not turn down the opportunity to lead the group so in this case a no response was interpreted as a yes. Thanks, AI, for going the extra mile and now is your time for "change."
President Clemenson mentioned the Christmas Around Town program at Old Shawnee Town scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, is under development. Activities will be similar to last year with the time changing from the evening to the afternoon (3.00 -5:30 p.m.). More on this later.
President Clemenson said she would be delivering a check to Shawnee Community Services following the meeting. The club voted to donate $500 to assist with transition from their old facilities to their new facilities at 67th and Nieman in Shawnee.
Fall soccer games at Swarner Park pick up again next month. Since this is one of our fund-raisers it will be important to know "how" and "who" will make it happen. This is a 10 week program so it will be important to get the concession trailer organized and functioning properly (electrical circuits).
President Clemenson outlined future fund-raisers: Craft Fair (Sat.,Sept. 20, 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.), Barbecue Contest (Sat., Sept. 27, 7:00 a.m.-IO:OO a.m.), Historical Haunting (Sat., Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m. -8:30 p.m.), Christmas Around Town (Sat., Dec. 6, 3:00 p.m. -5:30 p.m.) and Volley Ball Tournament (Jan. -Feb.).
Mr. Mike Forsythe, one of very own, is performing as Marryin' Sam in Lil Abner at the Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware, Leavenworth, Ks. Performance times are July 25-26, Aug. 1,2,8,9 -8:00 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 3 -2:00 p.m. Kaci, his daughter, also plays a couple of parts so if you want to relax and have a good time, check out their acting skills.
Next week's program -Business Meeting
No one won the weekly pot again since not enough were in attendance to make it worthwhile. Hope attendance increases soon because the scribe's gas tank is getting low.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
July 7, 2008 Issue #433
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, the scribe leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and ???? carrying the note to the Optimist song. The President said we got through it but there is an opening for a new song leader. The scribe would second that if it were made into a motion.
Meeting Notes
No birthdays were announced but Pastor Roland and Dolores Boehnke will be celebrating their 56th wedding anniversary on July 10. Congratulations! The scribe thinks Roland learned two words early in their marriage (Yes, dear). He knows that from experience having just celebrated his 50th.
What a pleasant surprise when Mr. Trevor Holloway dropped in to visit our Optimist Club and is thinking about being a part of the group. He and his wife, Elizabeth, and small son have just moved into the area from Chicago and are looking for places to be involved in the community --our arms are wide open to embrace them.
President Clemenson talked about the "Shawnee Magazine" and two articles related to Old Shawnee Town: (1) Old Shawnee Town is now selling organic products at the gift shop, and (2) Ms. Donna Sawyer and her involvement at Old Shawnee Town.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield reported on the correct amount of a CD the club presently has. He said that it was $19,600 in the beginning and now has grown to $23,300 plus.
Sec./Treas. Birchfield reviewed the membership dues and when the new year starts (Oct. 1) along with meal costs (billed quarterly) for the benefit of any new prospective members.
The scribe is thinking about buying Mr. Dave Fick a road map if he thinks the power generating windmills are located around Ellis, Ks. rather than Ellsworth, Ks. on 1-70. If you have a little extra gas money it is worth the trip to see them.
Next week's program --This will be an interesting program because it is a campaign issue that involves changing how judges are being selected. They presently are picked (selected) rather than elected. Ms. Jan Russell, a past judge, will present an interesting program on the topic. The scribe thinks it would be nice to fill all the chairs for the program --hope you can make it.
No one won the weekly pot because it was not offered --guess why! The scribe has been running his gas tank on empty for some time hoping for the winning number but small attendance doesn't make it possible.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
July 14,2008 Issue #434
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, Mr. Dave Fick leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Al Faltermeier carrying the note to the Optimist song. Song was better today because the choir was larger.
Meeting Notes
Guests today included Mr. Trevor Holloway for a second time and Mr. Mike Lemon, a grandson of Mr. Dusty Chandler, V/ho was visiting.
Sec./Treas. Bill Birchfield mentioned that Mr. Dudley Crow, one of our very own awhile back, is 2009 President-Elect of the Lawrence Breakfast Club (7:00 a.m.) and has invited us over for a visitation. The scribe is wondering whether anyone in the Shawnee Mission Club is awake at that hour. Thanks for the invitation.
President Gay Clemenson introduced Ms. Janice D. Russell, Retired District Court Judge and presently selected Kansas Senior Judge, who discussed keeping our fair and impartial courts. As a Kansas Senior Judge she will fill in for judges throughout Kansas who will be on vacation or for some other reason, etc. She said in November we will be asked to vote for merit selection or partisan election in how judges are determined. At the present time, judges in Johnson County are determined by merit selection. A Judicial Nominating Commission then recommends three candidates to the Governor who makes the selection. She felt it was important to vote "no" on the "Justice not Politics" issue to keep the merit system. Two main reasons are because it would cost a lot of money to run campaigns and judges can't set aside human nature. This was a very informative and interesting meeting.
Next meeting --yet to be determined.
Nobody won the weekly pot because it wasn't offered. Someone may be driving on empty today rather than in jail. The judge was sitting across from a Don and he didn't want to leave the impression that we did anything illegal.
See you next week.
Don
NEWSLETTER
June 30, 2008 Issue #432
From the President
President Gay Clemenson opened the meeting with Pastor Roland Boehnke providing grace, the scribe leading in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mr. Mike Forsythe carrying the note to the Optimist song. Seven people doesn"t make a choir but we did the best we could --hint, hint, etc.
Meeting Notes
The secret is out with the Sec./Treas. trying to contain himself. It seems the scribe's birthday and 50th wedding anniversary was Sunday, June 29. Being married on your birthday is one way to remember the important date. He still doesn't know whose idea it was --maybe it was just a dare. On the other spectrum, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Forsythe are going to have their first year anniversary blessed in the chapel at Bishop Ward High School this evening. The scribe thinks it sounds like a set of bookends to him. Congratulations to all.
President Clemenson presented two requests for funds during the business meeting. Mr. Carter Daniels, son of Mr. Brad Daniels, requested a $300 donation to the Bulldog Ball program since he was playing on the Bulldog team. Bulldog Ball helps provide basketball to kids that may not have the opportunity to be able to play due to money problems. Mr. Mike Forsythe moved the club honor the request for $300 and the scribe seconded. Motion passed. The other request was for financial help for Shawnee Community Services. Since they are moving toward construction of a new building located at 67th and Nieman Road they need funds for the time they are relocated to continue feeding the less fortunate. The William Kemper Foundation, Commerce Bank Trustee has notified Shawnee Community Services that a $25,000 grant will be available. The scribe moved the club provide $500 towards their need and Mr. Dusty Chandler seconded. Motion passed.
The president, along with other members present today, discussed the problems of lack of attendance, membership and fund-raising opportunities. It seems to club could do more if more revenue was available.
Next week's program --yet to be determined.
Mrs. Betty Hoge won the weekly pot. Yes, she was sitting to the left of a Don. She didn't even make enough money to turn on the gas pump. See you next week.
Don
