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Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Upcoming Events:
Oct:
10/29 Wed. Lake City Bank / David Findlay, CEO
Nov:
11/12 Wed. Girls Swim & Dive
11/12 Wed. Beamon Home
11/19 Wed Boys Swim & Dive
11/19 Wed. WCSH Orchestra
11/26 Sun. Boy Scout Bake Sale
Meeting:
President Rick Kerlin led our meeting.
94 Optimists & guests:
• Kevin Sandburg-Guest of John Elliot.
• Mikayla Metzger-Guest and daughter of Dan Metzger.
• David Hoffert-Guest of Akash Jain.
Door Greeters: Dr. K.T. Kishan & David Cates.
Prayer: Brooke Hamstra.
Pledge was given to the American flag.
Promise yourself was said in unison.
Hail to Optimism was sung in unison.
Birthday Honorees: Harry Gigous & Gary Tanner.
Membership:
Jenna Secrist, conducted:
• 2nd Reading: David Hoffert, sponsored by Akash Jain.
John Elliott inducted:
• Kevin Sandburg who was sponsored by John Elliott. Welcome to the club
Kevin!
CEO Report (Club Essential Optimists):
Jenna Secrist announced Jerry Titus.
o Jerry has been an Optimist Member since 1974! He has been married for
21 years, he has 5 kids and 11 grandchildren. He has a dog named Buddy
who is a Chihuahua. He is the owner and funeral director of Titus
Funeral Home. He was born and raised here in Warsaw. He enjoys
woodworking and is a Cubs fan. Next May will mark his 50th visit to the
Indianapolis 500 Race. He is a Vietnam vet, thank you for your service
Jerry! He said he has already accomplished his burning desire by being
able to drive a race care and being asked to “slow down.” He says he
key to success is being a little crazy!
Committee Reports:
• Spooktakular-Friday, October 24. Talk to Art Gakstatter if interested
in volunteering.
Announcements:
• Cub Scouts cake auction will be 11/26 and they need auctioneers.
• District Meeting in Anderson, IN Oct. 24-25 this weekend!
• First LEGO League-November 16.
• Please add wb...@warsawoptimist.org to your safe sender email list!
• Reminder there will not be a meeting on 12/24/14.
50/50: No tickets yet.
Sergeants-at-Arms: Jeff Owens, Bob Jackson & Dr. Steven Hollar
entertained us:
• $1 Charge-
o Anyone who has ever officiated a game, because the officials lost the
Notre Dame Football game.
o John Elliott for bragging that Dave Wolkins was present today.
o Anyone who has been offended by the sergeants so far.
o David Cates for being on the ballot and being a greeter this morning.
o Dan Metzger for not introducing his daughter, Mikayla’s name when he
announced she was a guest this morning.
o Lyle Enyeart because only Fred Nieter can be “not funny” in the club.
o Randy Polston clarified there is nothing we need to know about him and
Dave Hoffert. He also announced his new grandbaby, Olivia was born on
09/10/14.
o Tony Elliot for showing us what Tony Elliot looks like.
o Jerry Titus for Tony Elliot driving 197 mph in a race car.
o Rick Kerlin was recognized for his daughter, Camile’s efforts in
raising $12,600 for Riley at the Colt’s game.
• 5 Things You Need To Know about….
o Jane Wear
Coffee or Juice = Coffee.
Sunrise or Sunset = Sunset.
Kansas City or San Francisco = Neither, not a baseball fan.
Lazy boy or Sofa = Sofa.
Astrological sign = Pisces.
• Optomistic $1-
o Laurie Schotz announced an East Side Speak Easy Friday, October 24th
at the Old Train Depot at 6:30pm for dinner and a Murder Mystery.
o Jim Reeve announced his son went for heart surgery last week and ended
up having a quadruple bypass. He is home now and recovering. Prayers
to you and your son, Jim!
o Brooke Hamstra announced that she spoke to a high school class of
Seniors about Business Insurance at Tippecanoe Valley High School and
the students did not fall asleep or throw spit wads at her!
o Ron Donkers recognized Eric Lane for his efforts in opening up a
Homeless Shelter here in town.
o Fred Nieter said he will be at Grace Village giving away dead
batteries free of charge. Nice one Fred ;)
o Trace Hansen for joking last week about not being President-Elect and
then eluded to joining the Fred Nieter club of joke telling, but he has
to get with Fred to remember what the joke was.
o Eric Lane announced the opening of the Fellowship Mission’s Homeless
Shelter on 09/25/14 and thanked the community for the out pouring of
support. They are already at 85% capacity and have 9 children under the
age of 12.
o Ann Sweet graciously thanked those who helped with the Feed My
Starving Children efforts last week, they packed 1.3 million meals for
kids!
o Joe Wilkey thanked those who have helped with World Compassion.
o Marty Becker announced his neighbor, Corbin Stare, which Marty
mentored and Corbin got a very prestigious job that he was one of 200
candidates selected to apply in the field of music. What an
accomplishment.
Program:
Billy Hutchison the General Manager for Stonehenge Golf Club presented
this morning. He is learning a lot and adjusting to his new role at the
club. They are looking to make increase their membership and evaluating
some possible changes in the future pertaining to a conference room,
semi-private club, restructuring fees, and considering golf attire!
For more information:
• Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stonehenge-Golf-Club/96588062188
• Website: http://www.stonehengegolfclub.com
Reminders:
• Invite a guest to breakfast.
• Quote of the week: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.
Nothing can be done without home and confidence.” -Helen Keller
Upcoming Events:
Oct:
10/29 Wed. Lake City Bank / David Findlay, CEO
Nov:
11/12 Wed. Girls Swim & Dive
11/12 Wed. Beamon Home
11/19 Wed Boys Swim & Dive
11/19 Wed. WCSH Orchestra
11/26 Sun. Boy Scout Bake Sale
Meeting:
President Rick Kerlin led our meeting.
94 Optimists & guests:
• Kevin Sandburg-Guest of John Elliot.
• Mikayla Metzger-Guest and daughter of Dan Metzger.
• David Hoffert-Guest of Akash Jain.
Door Greeters: Dr. K.T. Kishan & David Cates.
Prayer: Brooke Hamstra.
Pledge was given to the American flag.
Promise yourself was said in unison.
Hail to Optimism was sung in unison.
Birthday Honorees: Harry Gigous & Gary Tanner.
Membership:
Jenna Secrist, conducted:
• 2nd Reading: David Hoffert, sponsored by Akash Jain.
John Elliott inducted:
• Kevin Sandburg who was sponsored by John Elliott. Welcome to the club
Kevin!
CEO Report (Club Essential Optimists):
Jenna Secrist announced Jerry Titus.
o Jerry has been an Optimist Member since 1974! He has been married for
21 years, he has 5 kids and 11 grandchildren. He has a dog named Buddy
who is a Chihuahua. He is the owner and funeral director of Titus
Funeral Home. He was born and raised here in Warsaw. He enjoys
woodworking and is a Cubs fan. Next May will mark his 50th visit to the
Indianapolis 500 Race. He is a Vietnam vet, thank you for your service
Jerry! He said he has already accomplished his burning desire by being
able to drive a race care and being asked to “slow down.” He says he
key to success is being a little crazy!
Committee Reports:
• Spooktakular-Friday, October 24. Talk to Art Gakstatter if interested
in volunteering.
Announcements:
• Cub Scouts cake auction will be 11/26 and they need auctioneers.
• District Meeting in Anderson, IN Oct. 24-25 this weekend!
• First LEGO League-November 16.
• Please add wb...@warsawoptimist.org to your safe sender email list!
• Reminder there will not be a meeting on 12/24/14.
50/50: No tickets yet.
Sergeants-at-Arms: Jeff Owens, Bob Jackson & Dr. Steven Hollar
entertained us:
• $1 Charge-
o Anyone who has ever officiated a game, because the officials lost the
Notre Dame Football game.
o John Elliott for bragging that Dave Wolkins was present today.
o Anyone who has been offended by the sergeants so far.
o David Cates for being on the ballot and being a greeter this morning.
o Dan Metzger for not introducing his daughter, Mikayla’s name when he
announced she was a guest this morning.
o Lyle Enyeart because only Fred Nieter can be “not funny” in the club.
o Randy Polston clarified there is nothing we need to know about him and
Dave Hoffert. He also announced his new grandbaby, Olivia was born on
09/10/14.
o Tony Elliot for showing us what Tony Elliot looks like.
o Jerry Titus for Tony Elliot driving 197 mph in a race car.
o Rick Kerlin was recognized for his daughter, Camile’s efforts in
raising $12,600 for Riley at the Colt’s game.
• 5 Things You Need To Know about….
o Jane Wear
Coffee or Juice = Coffee.
Sunrise or Sunset = Sunset.
Kansas City or San Francisco = Neither, not a baseball fan.
Lazy boy or Sofa = Sofa.
Astrological sign = Pisces.
• Optomistic $1-
o Laurie Schotz announced an East Side Speak Easy Friday, October 24th
at the Old Train Depot at 6:30pm for dinner and a Murder Mystery.
o Jim Reeve announced his son went for heart surgery last week and ended
up having a quadruple bypass. He is home now and recovering. Prayers
to you and your son, Jim!
o Brooke Hamstra announced that she spoke to a high school class of
Seniors about Business Insurance at Tippecanoe Valley High School and
the students did not fall asleep or throw spit wads at her!
o Ron Donkers recognized Eric Lane for his efforts in opening up a
Homeless Shelter here in town.
o Fred Nieter said he will be at Grace Village giving away dead
batteries free of charge. Nice one Fred ;)
o Trace Hansen for joking last week about not being President-Elect and
then eluded to joining the Fred Nieter club of joke telling, but he has
to get with Fred to remember what the joke was.
o Eric Lane announced the opening of the Fellowship Mission’s Homeless
Shelter on 09/25/14 and thanked the community for the out pouring of
support. They are already at 85% capacity and have 9 children under the
age of 12.
o Ann Sweet graciously thanked those who helped with the Feed My
Starving Children efforts last week, they packed 1.3 million meals for
kids!
o Joe Wilkey thanked those who have helped with World Compassion.
o Marty Becker announced his neighbor, Corbin Stare, which Marty
mentored and Corbin got a very prestigious job that he was one of 200
candidates selected to apply in the field of music. What an
accomplishment.
Program:
Billy Hutchison the General Manager for Stonehenge Golf Club presented
this morning. He is learning a lot and adjusting to his new role at the
club. They are looking to make increase their membership and evaluating
some possible changes in the future pertaining to a conference room,
semi-private club, restructuring fees, and considering golf attire!
For more information:
• Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stonehenge-Golf-Club/96588062188
• Website: http://www.stonehengegolfclub.com
Reminders:
• Invite a guest to breakfast.
• Quote of the week: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.
Nothing can be done without home and confidence.” -Helen Keller
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