Minutes of Meeting of Aug. 25, 2011

1. Call to Order: Jim: the meeting was opened by Jim @ 9:30 AM, with the Pledge of Allegiance. He then shared some pretty good jokes with us – no groaners!

2. Host/Hostess: Dennis and Alice welcomed back Janet K., Joan T.’s granddaughter Julie, Jorge’s wife Carol and Barbara H.

3. Vice-President: Frank : reported that we have 86 members. Frank told a really funny joke and got a lot of laughs!

4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes of Aug. 18, 2011 were approved and accepted. 43 members attended the meeting today.

5. Treasurer: Walt: absent. Jim reported that the total in our treasury at present is $716.26.

6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Betty reported that refreshments were provided by Arnie, Jorge and Adria. Next week the refreshments will be provided by Alice B. and Edna!
b) Sunshine: Linda D: absent but John took over for her today. Mary J. took another fall and is now staying with her daughter. Even though Mary would like calls, her daughter thinks that for the present time people should hold off due to all the turmoil that is going on in making arrangements for Mary. Joan M. is still receiving home health care. She is considering selling her house and possibly trying assisted living. Calls to Joan would be greatly appreciated.
c) Historian: Magda: absent.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: 48 pounds of food went to the Food Bank this past week. She reminded us all of the need for donations for the military, especially flip-flops in larger sizes.
e) Busybody: JoAnn: absent. Gladys pointed out the necessity of having cell phone numbers and emergency numbers as this system was put into use this past week when Janet needed to reach Margie. The contact was made very easily since Gladys had Margie’s information.

7. Activities: Carol A.:

a.) The AGAM luncheon today will be at Boston Gourmet Pizza.
b.) Culver’s was good but noisy and crowded, probably due to the fact that it is newly opened.
c.) Alice needs 2 more members to sign up for the performance at the Gaslight Theatre.
d.) Carol reviewed the upcoming activities and events.

8. Group Concerns:
a.) Jim read a comical poem for the golfers in the group. (Apparently Jorge was the only golfer
present.).
b.) Bo commented on seeing the movie titled “The Help” and recommends it highly.
c.) Jim couldn’t stop with the good jokes today and ended the meeting with a very funny story
of how you can determine your age by your trips to Home Depot!
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 9:55AM.

Minutes of Meeting of Aug. 18, 2011

1. Call to Order: Jim: the meeting was opened by Jim @ 9:30 AM, with a moving prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. He then shared some Irish jokes with us and was welcomed back from his Ireland vacation by the group.
2. Host/Hostess: Dennis and Alice have returned from their Austrian trip and welcomed back Jim and Linda, John/Linda, Don/Vi, Don/Hilde, Donna, Jorge, Lily and Bruce C..
3. Vice-President: Frank : absent. Walt reported that we have 86 members.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes of Aug. 11, 2011 were approved and accepted. 40 members attended the meeting today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: The total in our treasury at present is $692.27.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Betty reported that refreshments were provided by John, Linda and Elaine. Next week’s refreshments will be provided by Arnie, Jorge and Adria.
b) Sunshine: Linda D: Frank was in treatment for hours yesterday and is absent today.
Mary J. has been back and forth from the Fountains to the hospital. She took a fall and was in the E.R. yesterday.
Joan M. also fell and apparently was in the same position for 20-25 minutes thereby sustaining a severe burn to her hip. She is now receiving home health care.
c) Historian: Magda: Thanked members for pictures she received. She also thanked members, especially Donna for the tab tops for Ronald McDonald House.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: No food went to the Food Bank this past week. She reminded us all of the need for donations and that she will find a home for anything!
e) Busybody: JoAnn: JoAnn and Walt will be at the Grand Canyon – North Rim this coming week and Gladys will be in charge. Please notify her if anyone will be out of town.
7. Activities: Carol A.:
a.) The AGAM luncheon today will be at Culver’s on Thornydale near the Golden Corral.
b.) The Luau is canceled.
c.)13 members attended the King Tut exhibit which was very interesting and entertaining.
d.) Carol reviewed the other upcoming events and then suggested a picnic meeting at Crossroads Park when the weather cools down – probably in October.
e.) Alice needs more members to sign up for the performance at the Gaslight Theatre.
8. Group Concerns:
a.) Jorge commented that he was reading a book on Marijuana and suddenly realized that he was reading it in Spanish – which was a total surprise to him. Of course, we all know that Jorge is from Ecuador, so this feat shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone else!
b.) Jim discussed the exorbitant price of gasoline in Ireland.
C.) Magda commented on how uplifting this group is to her, what with the jokes, laughter and general camaraderie.
d.) Vi announced that her daughter and family (with many, many pets) will be moving here next week. She is thrilled!
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 9:56AM.

Minutes of Meeting of Aug. 11, 2011

1. Call to Order: Jim: absent. Frank opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. Magda asked for a moment of silence in honor of our fallen soldiers this past week.
2. Host/Hostess: Dennis and Alice welcomed a new member: Mary Lou S. who shared some personal information.
3. Vice-President: Frank reported that we have 86 members. He then told us a very funny joke!
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes of Aug. 4, 2011 were approved and accepted. 35 members attended the meeting today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: The total in our treasury at present is $660.27. There are still members who have not paid their dues. Our current commemorative plaque was updated and a new one purchased.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Betty reported that refreshments were provided by Betty, Bo and the birthday cake! Next week John, Linda and Elaine will be in charge of refreshments.
b) Sunshine: Linda D: absent. JoAnn reported that Mary J. did not go back to The Fountains on the weekend. She is still currently at Life Care and is in Rm. 2109.
c) Historian: Magda: reminded the group that she needs pictures of upcoming events. Our memory books are getting thinner due to lack of photos.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: 36# of food went to the Food Bank this past week as well as a check for $20.00. Our new member, Mary Lou, brought in a LOT of donations!
e) Busybody: JoAnn: Reminders to notify her if anyone is out of town.
7. Activities: Carol A. a.) The AGAM luncheon today will be at The Taste of Texas.
b.) The Luau is canceled.
c.)23 members attended luncheon at Carrabbas and had a great time.
d.) Remember the King Tut exhibit this Sunday.
e.) Dinner the night of the Gaslight Theatre performance will be at B.J.’s Brewery. Alice needs members to sign up for the performance.
.)Carol reviewed the agenda of upcoming events.
8. Group Concerns: a.) Magda wants pictures of the King Tut event.
b.) JoAnn reported that the last Concert in the Park will be this Saturday.
c.) Betty L. informed us of the OLLI program which is sponsored by the University. The Marana programs start in October and they cover many learning topics. For more information, contact Betty L.
d.) Bo shared that the church “Desert Son” will be sponsoring a men’s breakfast on Saturday (Aug 13th) at 8:00 AM. He also talked about a recycling program in which the proceeds go to help the needy. Jorge requested a list of recyclables accepted and Bo will get that out via e-mail to SCRCR members.
e.) Magda also mentioned a program to help the needy in which jars are distributed and extra change (from pockets and purses) is collected and then distributed. We do not have the name for this program but if interested. please contact Magda.
9. Adjournment: Frank adjourned the meeting at 9:58AM.

Minutes of Meeting of Aug. 4, 20

1. Call to Order: Jim: absent. Frank opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Host/Hostess: Dennis and Alice received a hearty welcome back! Also welcomed back were: Kay P., Don and Hilde.
3. Vice-President: Frank reported that we have 85 members.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes of July 28, 2011 were approved and accepted. 42 members attended the meeting today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: The total in our treasury at present is $798.27. There are still members who have not paid their dues.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Betty reported that refreshments were provided by Don, Hilde and Shirley M. Next week’s refreshments will be provided by Betty, Bo and the birthday cake!
b) Sunshine: Linda D: absent. JoAnn reported that Mary J. is doing well and will be going back to The Fountains on the weekend.
c) Historian: Magda: thanked members for the pictures.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: No trip to the Food Bank this past week. If everyone brought in 1 item each week, Betty could make a trip to the Food Bank each week – something to think about and work on.
e) Busybody: JoAnn: Just a reminder to let JoAnn know when you will be out of town.
7. Activities: Carol A. a.) The AGAM luncheon today will be at Pizza Hut.
Next week the AGAM luncheon will be at The Taste of Texas.
b.) Carol reviewed the agenda of upcoming events.
8. Group Concerns: a.) Walt shared a note from Barbara L. She indicates that Richard is still on chemotherapy and they are thankful for all the thoughts and prayers. Walt then shared a few jokes and stories as did Frank.
b.) Sandy shared with the group that she is attending Snap Fitness and they have chair aerobics which works out great for her. This is through the Silver Sneakers Program and it meets on Mon. and Wed. from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Once you join you can use any of the equipment at any time.
c.) JoAnn reminded us of the water aerobics and other activities through the Town of Marana. $40.00 per year covers ALL activities. Water aerobics will continue through Sept. and is on Wed. and Fri, at 11:30 AM.
d.) Magda commented on the new opening of a restaurant called Culbert’s which is on Thornydale next to the Golden Corral. Bubby’s will, sadly, be closing.
9. Adjournment: Frank adjourned the meeting at 9:48AM.