Minutes of Meeting of Jan. 26, 2012

1. Call to Order: Jim: The meeting was opened @ 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. Jim shared some pretty good jokes with the group. We also had a moment of silence in memory of Lynn L..
2. Host/Hostess: Alice and Dennis: We had a visitor who plans to join the group: Ms. H. She shared personal information, brought some guests and goodies for the group!
3. Vice-President: Joan: We now have 88 members. Joan shared a caution re a carjacking scam in which a paper is placed on the back window of one’s car. When you get out to remove it, usually while your car is running, thieves jump in and make off with the car and all of your belongings inside.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: 44 members attended today. Last week’s minutes were approved and accepted.
5. Treasurer: Walt: The total in the treasury is currently at $1227.41. Member dues need to be paid.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a. Refreshments: Today: Gordon and LaNeta P. Next week: Joan McG., Elaine B and Dorothy B. Thank you!
b. Sunshine: Linda D: absent. Jeanne reported that Richard L. is back at home. As we are all aware, Lynn passed away this past week.
c. Historian: Magda: no report.
d. Philanthropy: Betty: No food went to the Food Bank this past week. Coupons were mailed.
e. Busybody: JoAnn: No new report.
7. Activities: Joyce G.: Please see the upcoming events in the agenda for details. a.) Next Thursday an outing is planned for the Franklin Auto Museum. The SCRCR meeting is canceled but members wishing to stay and play games may do so. Be at the Community Center at the usual meeting time and those going on this event will leave from the Center @ 9:30 AM. A fee of $5.00 will be collected prior to leaving.
b.) The Wagon Ride event is actually inside the Colossal Cave Park so there is a $5.00 parking fee. c.) 6 more people are needed to obtain the senior discount to the Gaslight Theatre. There is a separate signup sheet for dinner prior to the performance.
d.) Mar. 1st is senior day at the Reed Park Zoo. Meet at the Community Center @ 9:00AM. You are on your own for lunch while there. SCRCR meeting will be canceled that day as well.
8. Group Concerns: a.) The SCRCR bulletin board is up and may be found by the signup sheets. Be sure to check it for other events and notices of community activities.
b.) G.S. Troop # 362 came with Girl Scout cookies to be purchased. This troop won an award for their achievement in the donations to our military troops last year. The program is named Operation Generosity and donations are tax deductible.
c.) Magda commented on the appearance of the newly painted Community Center, saying how great it looks. She also shared some fond memories of Lynn.
d.) The hikers had a great time last week – 14 people hiked! The next hike will be to Seven Falls in Sabino Canyon. JoAnn will send details via e-mail. If you are interested and you aren’t receiving the information, please contact JoAnn Ross.
e.) Richard R. announced that the remaining chances on the Super Bowl pool will be available at the Native New Yorker on Feb. 5th. Richard also has details re the Girls Softball games – contact him if interested.
f.) Joan T. said the she tried the 1-2-3 cake and it worked out very well. Please note: this recipe has very low points for those on the Weight Watcher Program!
9. Adjournment: Jim Adjourned the meeting at 10:10 AM.
=====================UPCOMING EVENTS
Tues. Jan 31: Titan Missile Museum. Meet at Community Center for car pool @ 12:30 PM. Cost is $8.50 each unless we have 10+ members (then it is $7.50 each). Handicapped elevator is available for 4 people. Lunch is on your own.
Feb.2: Franklin Auto Museum. Meet at Community Center @ 9:30 AM. $5.00 entrance fee will be collected prior to leaving. SCRCR meeting is canceled that day.
Feb. 5: Super Bowl at The Native New Yorker in the big party room @ 3:00 PM.
Feb. 9: SCRCR meeting with birthdays to follow.
Feb. 10: Casino.
Feb. 16: Wagon Ride/Steak Dinner @ 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail. Vail, AZ. Meet @3:30 PM at the Community Center for Car Pool. Cost is $20.00 per person. There will be a $5.00 charge per car for parking.
Feb. 22: Gaslight Theatre performance @ 7:00 PM. Dinner at Olive Garden @ 5:00 PM. Car pool at Community Center @ 4:00 PM unless otherwise notified.
Feb. 27: Biosphere @ 10:00 AM. Lunch at Oracle Inn to follow.
Mar.1: Senior Day at Reid Park Zoo. Meet at Community Center @ 9:00AM. As this is a Thursday, the SCRCR meeting will be canceled. Each person is on their own for lunch.