NOVEMBER 2008 NSIDE THIS ISSUE: PAGE From the President 1 Calendar of Events 1 November Programs 1 Board Highlights 1 Meeting Highlights 2 & 3 Birthdays this month 3 Interclubbing places 3 Administration/Committees 4 Puns, quotes & Bible verse wherever NOV.3: VETERANS DAY IN VALPO. NOV. 24: Wine Tasting @5 pm at Chamber of Commerce DEC. 7: Christmas Party at Herricks NO MEETING ON CHRISTMAS EVE DEC. 31ST, YES, WE WILL MEET! JAN 22, 2009: CHILI SUPPER FUND RAISER Dear club members, I really feel that our Hobart Kiwanis Club is special. From the time I entered my first meeting, I sensed an intimacy and friendship that I have never felt in any of the other organizations I have belonged to. During my past eight years of membership, as a family of Kiwanians, we have shared in each other’s tears and sorrows and together we have also shared in each other’s victories and happy times. We certainly have had a positive and effective influence on the fine city of Hobart. I feel we are achieving our goals of changing the world one child and one community at a time. I am humbled that you have chosen me as this year’s president, and together we will continue to accomplish our goals. I really feel we are an unstoppable team of enthusiastic Kiwanians, and I look forward to working closely with all of you, and with our officers and board of directors. Interdependently, we can combine our talents and abilities and create a greater Kiwanis club together. As you know, I was not to be your president until next year. Please remember our past president-elect Tom Campbell and his family in your prayers. As always, Your president, Jim Burns President Jim Burns presents our club's check to Dave Spritzer, Principal of Hobart High School for the HALL OF SCHOLARS project in our new high school. (by Kay Wiseman, Secretary):Judy Candiano's treasurer's report met with suggestion that Judy give the whole club future explanation of our finances. We will serve three families through The Giving Tree this Christmas. Karen Robbins is our liaison with them. 53 persons attended the Progressive Dinner. . . great success! Kiwanis International suggests that we have separate meetings for committees, instead of using a meeting for this purpose. All year-end reports are completed. No meeting on Christmas Eve, but we will meet on New Years Eve. Please call Jim Herrick and make his day. Say, "I'll be in charge of the CHILI SUPPER." PEANUTS DRIVE NEEDS A CHAIRPERSON ALSO. Nov. 5: Janet Herrick presents Tom Coster: "Hobart's First Brewery & Revitalizing our Downtown" Nov. 12: Tim O'Brien presents Bloria Touhy "Indiana Ballet Theater" Nov. 19: Ken Buczek presents Ross Amundson "Indiana American Water Company" Nov. 26: CLUB FORUM Please be here for your committee. Being a Kiwanis member can be rewarding in many ways. The greatest gift you could ever give yourself as a person is the gratification in knowing you are contributing your help, time, and efforts to people in and out of your community who are in dire need. Raising funds to help the poor, participating in fellowship, and giving something back to your community are the highest levels of self-satisfaction you can ever encounter. 1/2006 Source: Dimensions
NOV. 24: Wine Tasting @5 pm at Chamber of CommerceDEC. 7: Christmas Party at HerricksNO MEETING ON CHRISTMAS EVEDEC. 31ST, YES, WE WILL MEET!JAN 22, 2009: CHILI SUPPER FUND RAISER
Dear club members,
I really feel that our Hobart Kiwanis Club is special. From the time I entered my first meeting, I sensed an intimacy and friendship that I have never felt in any of the other organizations I have belonged to.
During my past eight years of membership, as a family of Kiwanians, we have shared in each other’s tears and sorrows and together we have also shared in each other’s victories and happy times. We certainly have had a positive and effective influence on the fine city of Hobart. I feel we are achieving our goals of changing the world one child and one community at a time.
I am humbled that you have chosen me as this year’s president, and together we will continue to accomplish our goals. I really feel we are an unstoppable team of enthusiastic Kiwanians, and I look forward to working closely with all of you, and with our officers and board of directors. Interdependently, we can combine our talents and abilities and create a greater Kiwanis club together.
As you know, I was not to be your president until next year. Please remember our past president-elect Tom Campbell and his family in your prayers. As always, Your president, Jim Burns
President Jim Burns presents our club's check to Dave Spritzer, Principal of Hobart High School for the HALL OF SCHOLARS project in our new high school.
(by Kay Wiseman, Secretary):Judy Candiano's treasurer's report met with suggestion that Judy give the whole club future explanation of our finances. We will serve three families through The Giving Tree this Christmas. Karen Robbins is our liaison with them. 53 persons attended the Progressive Dinner. . . great success! Kiwanis International suggests that we have separate meetings for committees, instead of using a meeting for this purpose. All year-end reports are completed. No meeting on Christmas Eve, but we will meet on New Years Eve.
Please call Jim Herrick and make his day. Say, "I'll be in charge of the CHILI SUPPER."PEANUTS DRIVE NEEDS A CHAIRPERSON ALSO.
Nov. 5: Janet Herrick presents Tom Coster: "Hobart's First Brewery & Revitalizing our Downtown"Nov. 12: Tim O'Brien presents Bloria Touhy "Indiana Ballet Theater"Nov. 19: Ken Buczek presents Ross Amundson "Indiana American Water Company"Nov. 26: CLUB FORUM Please be here for your committee.
Being a Kiwanis member can be rewarding in manyways. The greatest gift you could ever giveyourself as a person is the gratification in knowingyou are contributing your help, time, and efforts topeople in and out of your community who are indire need. Raising funds to help the poor,participating in fellowship, and giving somethingback to your community are the highest levels ofself-satisfaction you can ever encounter.1/2006Source: Dimensions
P.2OCTOBER 1, 2008 MEETING NOTES (by Janet Deal)PRESIDENT JIM BURNS called us to order and Cas led us in "Oh Beautiful". Sharon Tarry led us in prayer.A MOMENT OF SILENCE for our dear friend, TOM CAMPBELL was observed.Jim Burns asked for our help in his upcoming year and told us that we were the finest group he had ever belonged to. He thanked Reita Torin, Doggy Lackey and Judy Candiano for their services in the past. He also thanked the incoming officers and had Tim O'Brien come forth for induction as Vice President. All new Board members stood for recognition also.GUESTS: Cheryl Herrick, Hiram Kaiser, Denise Galovic, Greg Crouch, Chris King and Leslie Maxwell with her students who later presented a wonderful program.GET WELL WISHES TO BEV REAGAN. WE MISS YOU.HAPPY BUCKS: many for the White Sox and Cubs being in the playoffs; our FOOD PANTRY DRIVE coming up Saturday; Dan Leichty's new granddaughter; Sam Hicks loves seeing young faces at our meeting; Carol Shingler's son Shawn was home from Egypt for last weekend; Linda Buzinec wants donations for the Oct. 17th fireworks at Brickie Bowl's last game; Cancer Walkathon on Sunday; "Oh, my gosh," said by collector of Happy Bucks, Janet Herrick, when Don Ittle offered a buck (good laugh, and Don said, "I'm happy that the walnut season has started."; Snedacor's new granddaughter; Judy Riba's foot surgery recovery going well because Rich is taking care of her; Mike Adams for the Oct. 16th OCTOBER FEST, and Reita for "being down here instead of up there"HAPPY BIRTHDAY: sung to Sam Hicks.50/50 @ $436.50 Sam Hicks didn't pick the Queen of Spades, though.ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Larry Barrassas thanked Main Source Bank for stapling 5000 bags for the FOOD PANTRY DRIVE. Many who placed bags at houses also were thanked. He reminded us to collect food on next Saturday.2. Judy Hevel said that the Presbyterian Church needs blankets to give to many who lost so much in the floods. Call Judy.PROGRAM: Dr. Peggy Buffington told a brief history of Hobart's many winnings at eh International Media Fair since 1991! She said it has gotten tougher each year, but that this year's team won "THE BEST OF FESTIVAL" award and will get to travel to Florida on November 5th to represent Hobart! Teachers from George Earle: Leslie Maxwell and Denise Galovic had their students who created the wonderful award-winning video stand up: Tracy Tomich (& her mom Veronica & her brother Domich), Maggie Johnson (& her grandfather Hiram Kaiser), Ara Carrillo (and Thais Carrillo), Ted Kelvin (and Paloma Kelvin) and Mollie Zakutansky (and Jill Zakutansky) . The wonderful video's theme was "Attitude is Everything" and their Hanna Montana song was background for their interviews with their friend who has a disability, but knows she is loved and respected and helped by her fellow students. We gave a standing ovation for this wonderful group, and presented them with a check for $200 to assist them on their Florida trip.SCRIPTURE: read by Phil Speer from James 1.
Meeting Note for October 8, 2008 by Kay Moody and Pat Danko (Thanks, ladies!)SONG: Cas Wiseman led us in singing “God Bless America.”PRAYER: Polly prayed that God help us with the financial crisis and led us in praying the Lord’s Prayer together.GUESTS: Vince Verduczo’s son and daughter-in-law; Cheryl Herrick; speaker-Judy Ford; Joenie Gibson, an Ivy Tech Community College student who’s shadowing Judy Ford this week; Christine McCullum a transfer from the Hammond Kiwanis club and John Jake’s daughter.50/50 @ $461: Judy Riba drew the 10 of diamonds.HAPPY BUCKS: Members were very generous in giving happy bucks for Larry Barrassas and Hobart Kiwanians for the highly successful food drive that filled the Food Pantry’s shelves. 53 persons enjoyed the progressive dinner. Many happy bucks given, especially for the gracious hosts: Sandy and Tim O’Brien, Mike Adams, Judy Patrick, and Denny and Polly Koesters as well as the social committee who organized the party, the great food and drink, and Rosemarie’s wonderful macaroni and cheese! Tom Lackey gave a buck for the fact that even though wife Dottie is out of town, she prepared and left many great meals for him. Phil Speer gave a dollar for Chicago sports teams; Sherry recognized the awesome youngsters who helped with the drive; and Kay Wiseman noted watching Extreme Makeover, Home Edition (featuring children’s bedrooms decorated by Jeanne Toth Paxton).Cards were passed for Bev Reagan who had surgery and Sheila DeBonis whose brother passed away. We sang “Happy Birthday” to Tony DeBonis.ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Larry Barrassas recognized everyone from Kiwanis who worked on the food drive as well as the following organizations: Kirby Manor, the Challenge kids, Key Club, Booster Club, Mainsource Bank and Linda Buzinec, Ginter Realty and Polly Koesters, Boy Scouts Troop No. 42, and the Hobart Athletic Department. 2. Kay Moody distributed the 2008-2009 yearbooks.3. Sharon Tarry announced that the dictionary project will begin on Monday, October 13th and asked if anyone is interested in giving her presentation to the schools. 4. Jim Herrick reported that we still have 22 cases of peanuts that need to be sold.5. Pop tabs netted a $270 donation to the Ronald McDonald House.PROGRAM: Judy Ford described contributing gift-filled shoe boxes for “Operation Christmas Child.” Fill an empty shoe box with gifts for children between the ages of 2 and 14. Suggested items: pens, pencils (and sharpner), crayons, stamps and ink pad sets, small toys, puzzles, yo-yos, toothbrush, toothpaste, washcloth, candy, gum, sunglasses, hair clips, etc. The list is endless. Place a rubber band around the box (you may donate an addition $7 to help cover shipping). The shoe boxes are sent to 90 different countries around the world. Take your boxes to Burns’ Funeral Home and Jim will take them to Judy for international distribution. This is a fun project to do with your children or grandchildren to teach them the joy of helping out those who are less fortunate than others! For more information, contact Jim Burns or Judy Ford at 942-0839. Boxes must be turned in by 1 pm, Sunday, 11/23/08.SCRIPTURE: Bill Heuring read an inspirational story illustrating the importance of paying attention to the important things in life and to establish our priorities. Along the same line, Jim Burns concluded the meeting with “The Gift of 24 Hours.”
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Chesterton meetsThursday at noon at the Porter Library
Crown Point Evening Club meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm at St. Anthony's Hospital.
Gary Club meets at noon on Tuesdays at the Dusty's Buffet at 411 E 5th Ave, Gary, IN (Directly across from the 1st Base line gate of The SteelYard)
Merrillville Breakfast meets Thursdays at 7:30 am at Sheffields Restaurant (formerly Sicilian Cart)
Merrillville Noon meets Thursdays at noon at the Old Country Buffet.
Portage Breakfast meets Tuesdays at 7:30 am at Tate's Place, 3051 Willowcreek Rd.
Valparaiso Noon meets Wednesdays at noon at the Strongbow Inn.
Valparaiso Sunrise meets on Tuesdays at 6:45 am at Round the Clock.
P. 3October 15th Meeting Notes by Nicky Rodrizuez (Thanks, Nicky)Interclubs with Valparaiso: Len Donke, John Ohler, Steven Ingram, Dennis Deeter, Paul Sclarre and Dawn Frye Gary club had members in attendance: Bruce Woods and Lois Lee Happy Bucks: --Judy Candiano was congratulated her new granddaughter. --Reita Torin was happy to have Gene out of the hospital. --Mike Adams was excited about Purdue VS Ohio, the Harvest fest and the Herricks the first associate members of the chamber to become outstanding members! --Kas Wiseman gave an unhappy buck for Kay. Kas complained that he did not even get lunch since Kay has too much paperwork to do as Kiwanis secretary. He even stated that he had to eat off the floor, since there was no room on the table.--Valpo club wanted to announce the Valpo Glee Club on January 25, 2009 tickets are $15.--Linda Buzinec congratulated the Herricks and requested donations for fireworks for the last game at Brickie Bowl.--Judy Hevel is happy that John is in Kansas.--Kay Moody was happy to see Mary Ann.--Tom Lackey was glad to have Dottie back after a trip to watch her grandson play football and score a touch down.-- President Burns honored our fellow Kiwanians who were former Hobart Football players50/50:Linda Buzinec did not draw the lucky card. The pot is up to $488.Committee reports: --Kay Moody has the member directories available, one per household unless requested.--Jim Herrick would like volunteers to call him the night before wanting to pick walnuts.--Reita Torin announced key club and builders club meetings. Program: Exceptional Equestians is an educational and therapeutic riding instruction for people with special needs of all ages. They request an individual $35 donation from Kiwanians to HELPING THE HERD. Sue explained that they are funded by dona-tions and contributions. She shared wonderful stories about how this group helps people with special needs. More informationcan be obtained at 219-945-0726. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
PROGRAM: Shannon O'Brien was introduced by Peggy Buffington who told us of a new program called PARENTS AS TEACHERS, which the Hobart Schools hope to start very soon. www.parentsasteachers.org is a wonderful site:Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a parent education and family support program serving families throughout pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten, usually age 5.Parents are supported by PAT-certified parent educators trained to translate scientific information on early brain development into specific when, what, how and why advice for families. By understanding what to expect during each stage of development, parents can easily capture the teachable moments in everyday life to enhance their child's language development, intellectual growth, social development and motor skills. Each child gets personal visits to discuss all aspects of their early education and map a program. Early detection of physical or other problems is a boon to the child's readiness for school. Peggy explained that we will start with as many teachers as we raise fundsfor, and explained the greater needs in some areas will be met first. THANK YOU NOTE read from Sheila and Maggie for our contribution to theCancer Walk ($100 from the club plus individual contributions.)"GIFT OF A REAL FRIEND" shared by President Jim Burns.Scripture read by Kay Wiseman from I Thes. "Rejoice ever more."
OCTOBER 22 MEETING NOTES by Janet Deal SONG: AMERICA led by Cas Wiseman. PRAYER: by Gary Brubaker.GUESTS: Cheryl Herrick and Grace Vettickal (our special mascots) Also: Greg Crouch and Chris King from our MRC.ANNOUNCEMENTS:1. Wed. Nov. 5th VETERANS' DAY SPECIAL LUNCHEON IN Valparaiso Sign-up sheet passed around.2. Polly told of the fun it is to shop with youngsters for the SHOE BOXES FOR CHRISTMAS. 3. Margo asked us to consider supporting the Jaycees in their TRICK OR TREAT at the orchard. The board will consider that.HAPPY BUCKS COLLECTION:(Tom Lackey did a great job and was commended by several, including a kiss from Dotty "who loves you baby" that made him blush.) Several commented on the great Brickie Bowl's last game and the great fireworks. Dan Liechty will go to London for a week with his daughter. Bill Barber found a key that had been in a drawer for 30 years, and it fit our podium! Kay Marcus' daughter made 2 touchdowns. Judy & Raleigh loved their tour of the High School. MARGO BROUGHT US THE FABULOUS DONUTS FROM COUNTY LINE ORCHARDS. UMMMMMMM GOOD! THANKS, MARGO.Jim Burns told his joke of the day about "slow down or stop?" 50/50 @ $516. Judy Hevel drew the ten of spades, so the money grows!
Nov. 10: Ruth IttelNov. 11: Judy HevelNov. 11: Carol ShinglerNov. 12: Sally CopeNov. 12: Dave KietzmanNov. 13: John HevelNov. 15: Lou MikolicsNov. 15: Polly KoestersNov. 22: Mary Ann ThompsonNov. 24: Rosemarie EhrhardtNov. 26: Charlie DealNov. 26: Evelyn CampbellNov. 27: Jim ThorneNov. 29: Cas Wiseman
OCTOBER 29TH MEETING NOTES: (by Janet Deal) Prayer by Dave AlbrechtGUESTS: Pat Hawkins,( former Gov. of IN District), Cheryl Herrick and Grace Vettickal.HAPPY BIRTHDAY sung to Pat Danko.NEW MEMBERS INDUCTED: DAVE BRANDENBURG & CHRISTINE MCCOLLUM(Their biographies will be in the next issue!)50/50 @$541 but Rosemarie didn't draw the Queen of Spades. Charlie Deal hugged her anyway, in Bill Heuring's absence.PRESENTATION OF CHECK: see p. 1HAPPY BUCKS: many for Dictionary project. "No more walnuts", by Phil Speer. Pat Hawkins' adopted Cavia is a US Citizen now! Welcome back to Evelyn Campbell. Sam Hicks for his kids, winners & low scorers. Judy Can- diana for good Disney Trip. Mike Adams for Ball State University.CLUB FORUM: COMMITTEES MET & REPORTED. Scripture read by Sam Hicks.
CommitteesClub Meeting and Administration: Tim O'Brien, Chairperson Bill Cope, and Les ReaganCommunity Service: , Chairman (NEED CHAIRPERSON) Carl Atseff, Larry Barrasas, Ken Buczek, Judy Candiano, Charlie Deal, Sheila DeBonis,Tom Ehrhardt, Judy Enslen, Raleigh Enslen, Janet Herrick, Jim Herrick, Don Ittel, Betsy Kietzman, Dave Kietzman, Dotty Lackey, Rich Lain, Maggie Lain, Tom Lackey, Marilyn Leach, Judy Riba, Rich Riba, Mary Ann Thompson, Raleigh Thompson, Gene Torin, Reita Torin, Vince Verduzco, Cas Wiseman, Josh Krause, Jack Burger, Carla Burger, Ray Rodriguez, Larry Martin, Phil Speer, Patty Rees, Mike Adams, Karen RobbinsHuman and Spiritual Values: Ruth Ittel and Sherry Williams, Co- Ch. Carl Atseff, Dave Albrecht, , Bill Barber, Gary Brubaker, Bill Heuring, Dan Liechty, Patty Rees, David Spitzer, Reita TorinSocial Committee Kay Moody, Chairperson Jim Burns, Ken Buczek, Linda Buzinec, Tony DeBonis, Sheila DeBonis, Rosemarie Ehrhardt, Janet Herrick, Polly Koesters, Jim Moody, Tim O'Brien, Judy Patrick, Carol Shingler, Kathy Smith, Jim Thorne, Jay VettickalMembership Growth & Education: Linda Buzinec & Paul Sheehy, Co- Ch. June Barrassas, Larry Barrassas, Sally Cope, John Hevel, Monica WileyPublic Relations: Janet Deal & Rich Riba Co- Chairpersons Peggy Buffington, Lisa Field, Judy Hevel, Elsie Koleff, Steve Toth, Jay Vettickal, Christy RennSponsored Programs: KEY CLUB at Hobart High School: Alice Cope, & Kari Roach, Co Sponsors meets in Rm.226 Nicky Bush-Rodriguez, Dan Liechty, Reita Torin, Robert Glover, Dave Spitzer, Lou Mikolics, Gene Torin, Sam Hicks BUILDERS CLUB at Hobart Middle Sch.: Crystal Kistler, sponsor Rm.101 Bill Cope, Karen Robbins, Sam Hicks, Reita Torin, Tim O'Brien, Jeff RennYoung Children Priority One: Marcia Speer, Chairperson Rich Anderson, Margo Brown, Evelyn Campbell, Pat Danko, Dale Marcus, Kay Marcus, Christine McCullum, Judy Patrick, Marlene Rhode, Shirley RhodyYouth Services: Sharon Tarry, Chairperson Carla Burger, Bruce Bush, Joel Helding, Ruth Ittel, Jenny Lynn, Mark Malczewski, Jeff Renn, Paul Sheehy, Phil Speer, Brian Snedecor
New members inducted! Left picture: Jim Burns looks on as Tim O'Brien introduces Christine McCollum to the club. In the right picture, Paul Sheehy introduces Dave Brandenberg. Sally Cope inducted them at the Oct. 29th meeting. Their biographies will be in the next issue. Photos by JMD
RIGHT PHOTO: Sharon Tarry, Ray Rodriguez, Rich Lain and Kay Marcus present a new dictionary to the Martin School 3rd graders. All Hobart elementary schools have now had dictionaries given to their 3rd graders. Many Kiwanis members have participated in this fun and worthy event.
