Minutes of Meeting of June 23, 2011

1. Call to Order: Jim opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. This was followed with some tidbits of trivia.
2. Host/Hostess: Dennis and Alice: No new members. Welcomed back were: Frank T., Mike R., Vi, Don and Sandy.
3. Vice-President: Frank reported that we have 84 members and then he shared a joke with us.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes of June 16, 2011 were approved and accepted. 45 members attended today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: reported that the total is $1011.43 in the treasury.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Betty reported that refreshments were provided by JoAnn, Walt and Gladys. Next week refreshments will be provided by Vi and Don and Tressie S.
b) Sunshine: Linda D: No calls from any members. Ruth C. husband passed away last week. A collection was taken to assist Ruth. She has our deepest sympathy. Bo is doing well after his surgery.
c) Historian: Magda: no report. More pictures needed of any recent events.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: No food went to the Food Bank this past week. Coupons were mailed.
e) Busybody: JoAnn: More emergency information coming in. Remember to call or e-mail JoAnn if you will be gone for any length of time.
7. Activities: Carol A. a.) The AGAM luncheon today will be at HOOTERS!
b.) The Miniature Train Museum event was a big success as was the Father’s Day Brunch.
c.) Ak Chin was also a lot of fun and the band was great. Betty reported that this casino changes the entertainment every week, on Wednesdays. Betty also wants to check on room prices in case anyone would be interested in an overnight trip.
d.) Carol needs the money for the Circus event ASAP since seats will be reserved.
8. Group Concerns: a.) Jeanne read a thank you card from Frank. We are all happy to have him back!
b.) Alice K. reported that she ran into Eva M. who is doing well but has difficulty getting to the meetings.
c.) Jim and his family went to the Gaslight Theatre performance of Gnatman and said it was great.
d.) Gladys wanted to know if anyone would be interested in playing the card game Euchre (also known as Uker) after the meetings. So far, no significant interest.
e.) JoAnn reported that Saturday’s Theatre in the Park is canceled. JoAnn also shared that for those who belong to the Marana Activities Group, water aerobics has started and there are many other activities as well.
f.) Magda suggested setting one afternoon aside for crafts. If anyone is interested, please contact Magda for more planning on this issue.
g.) Jim had information on getting a good price on an American flag and flag pole from Harbor Freight.
h.) Walt reported that we collected $65.00 for Ruth C. during this meeting. A condolence card has already been sent.
i.) Frank contacted the ELKS Club re the Christmas party and we have an option to have the party on Dec.14th rather than the 7th. He also reported that the dinner will be lasagna from Gino’s. Vi suggested that Gino’s also provide the dessert. The group took an informal vote and it appears that the date for the party will be the 14th of December.
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 10:05 AM.