The photograph at the left shows two members enjoying a recent outing at the Tucson Museum of Miniatures.Minutes of meeting
1. Call to Order: Jim opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. This was followed with some entertaining quips. Jim also shared that while he was at Lake Powell, he noticed how rapidly the water level is rising – good news!2. Host/Hostess: Dennis and Alice were absent – they are in Austria! Bonnie and Bob welcomed back Eva, Al and Suzanne, Iris and Bo. We have a new member: Barbara P. Two guests attended and introduced themselves: Bruce and Maggie C.
3. Vice-President: Frank reported that we have 85 members.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes of July 14, 2011 were approved and accepted. 41 members attended today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: absent.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Betty reported that refreshments were provided by Larry, Jeanne and Joan M. Next week refreshments will be handled by Jim, Linda and Mary M.
b) Sunshine: Linda D: Eva Vigh has returned to the group and is feeling better!
c) Historian: Magda: Nothing new to report. She thanked Margie W. for bringing her tab tops and explained (for the benefit of new members and guests) the purpose of collecting these for Ronald McDonald House.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: 66# of food went to the Food Bank this past week. Please remember the donations. Around the end of October or beginning of November, she will be packing boxes for the military again. Jim said that he has heard that the military personnel are requesting shaving cream, silly putty and powdered chalk – for tactics. Betty told us all to remember school supplies and Sandy reminded us about the labels for education.
e) Busybody: JoAnn: absent. Gladys is currently in charge.
7. Activities: Carol A. a.) The AGAM luncheon today will be at Bubby’s.
b.) Jorge reported that 6 people are signed up to go to the Pima Air and Space Museum and he can provide transportation. If anyone else is interested, please contact Jorge.
c.) The King Tut event on Aug. 14th will consist of a speaker and a tour. The tour will take approximately one hour.
d.) 2 people are interested in going to the Luau but there are still no drivers. If any drivers are interested in attending, please contact Carol.
e.) Bubb’s Grub is located at 16010 N. Oracle Rd.
8. Group Concerns: a.) Jim has an electric 3 wheeler scooter that he is willing to give to anyone interested, otherwise he will advertise it on Craig’s List.
b.) Bo has a set of patio furniture available at a good price. It consists of a glass table, 4 chairs and 2 barstools. Contact him if interested. Proceeds will be divided between the church he attends and the Food Bank.
c.) Mike R. may be leaving our group due to the fact that he is selling his home in Continental Ranch. It was mentioned that we would like him to stay and perhaps he could be an honorary member.
d.) Magda reminded the group to bring in books and magazines. These are free to SCRCR members and those that aren’t taken go to hospitals and Urgent Care.
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 10:00 AM.
Upcoming SCRCR Events
Wednesdays: TOPS (take-off-pounds-sensibly) group meets weekly at the center at 10:00 AM. Thursdays: Regular SCRCR meeting at 9:00 AM in the center, unless preempted below.Fri. Aug. 5: Carrabbas Luncheon @ 12:00 PM. (20 members needed.) Car pool @ 11:30 AM.
Thurs. Aug. 11: Birthdays.
Fri. Aug.12: Casino.
Sun. Aug. 14: Rialto Arts and Antiquities – King Tut Exhibit, includes lecture. 3:00 PM. Car pool @ 2:00PM.
Sat. Aug. 20: Luau with Ernie Menehune @ 5:00PM. Car Pool @ 4:00PM.
Fri. Aug. 26: Bubb’s Grub Dinner @ 5:00 PM. Car pool at 4:00 PM.
Fri. Sept. 2: Steak Out Dinner @ 5:00 PM. Car Pool @ 4:00 PM.
Thurs. Sept. 8: Birthdays.
Fri. Sept. 9: Casino.
Fri. Sept 23: Tumacacori National Park. Lunch next to the park or Desert Diamond Casino (Exit Pima mine Rd) @ 10:30 AM. Car pool
@ 9:00 AM.
Thurs. Sept. 29: Gaslight Theatre. Dinner TBA @ 5:00 PM. Car pool @ 4:00PM.
Group Concerns: Hiking Group – Hiking is discontinued until next season.
AGAM Lunches: Thursdays following games and meeting. 12:15 PM at local restaurants. Adjourn for Games: Please help with stacking of chairs and tables before leaving. Thank you!
