September 18, 2006 Spokesman

Max McConnell visited from Mill Creek.  He announced a Japan-America Cultural Exchange Friendship Concert which is going to be held on Sunday, October 8 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Lake Washington High in the Cadle Theater.  Although the concert is free, there will be a silent auction of Japanese articles prior to the concert.  All proceeds go to provide audio books of Japanese literature and music for the physically and environmentally handicapped people.

Brandon Honcoop was introduced by Rick Ostrander.  Brandon works for Dean Raucher.  Brandon said he is from a large Dutch family that settled in Lynden, WA.  Carol Beeman,  neighbor of Deborah Wakefield, attended a second time.

David Hunnicutt was inducted as our newest member this evening by Pres Elect Rachel Knight.  Linds Julien will be his mentor.  Welcome to the club David!!!!!

Announcements :

Steve Brown introduced Steve Shinstrom, the new sergeant at arms.  He also indicated Board minutes were available and could be sent electronically by notifying either Steve at sbrown@evergreenhealthcare.org or Jeanne at jemacrae@gmail.com .  Jeanne also said that if you wish to have your attendance at meetings other than a regular night meeting counted, you can email her at the above address.

Steve indicated we have a new camera to take pictures on the nights Bob Gassen can't make it.

David Aubry would like people to sign up for Reading Groups at John Muir.  This will not be a whole year commitment, but will be a book by book commitment that will last from four to six weeks.  Pat Swenson said this is the funnest thing she has ever done and the 8-9 year olds are wonderful, regular kids.

Barb reminded everyone to pay their dues.

Bob Webb announced the American Association of Individual Investors will have a meeting on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. on Mercer Island.  Email Bob at bobwebb@allergyresearch.com if you wish more information.

Don Dicks reminded everyone that the KPC Annual Dinner and Gala will be this Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at the Redmond Marriott on Sunday, September 25.  If anyone would still like to attend, the registrations have been extended until Thursday.  Contact Don at jddicks@verizon.net if you wish more information.

Steve Shinstrom publicized the Annual Bunko night will take place at his home on October 21, 2006 (put this on your calendars).  There will be a chili contest --- Beano will be a prize ---.  Wear a Western Costume.  They also need people to sign up for Corn Bread so if you have a killer recipe, you will get a chance to bring that, as well.

Brian Tucker thanked everyone who helped lop blackberries at Residence XII.  However, John Woodbery's Red Handled Loppers were lost and another pair was gained.  If you have John's loppers, please let Brian or John know.

Dan Bartel said to put Northwest Harvest on your calendar on October 14 at 8:15 a.m.  Meet at the north side of the Houghton Park and Ride to carpool.  Dress warm.  

Ev announced that his home, the Kirkland Lodge will have a 10^th Anniversary party on Thursday, September 21 from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m.  Wine, exotic cheeses, desserts and chocolates will be served.  The address is 6505 Lakeview Drive NE, Kirkland.

Brett Johnson invited everyone to a scholarship meeting on Thursday, September 28 at 4:30 p.m. in the Lee Johnson Chevrolet new digs.

Sharon Chambers said that anyone who wished to support people in Recovery is welcome to attend the Recovery Walk this Saturday at Marina Park at 10:00 a.m.  On October 21, Residence XII will have their annual Gala at Maidenbauer Center in Bellevue.

Pat Dye indicated she has a full Rotary table for the Wonderland Luncheon on the 27^th. 

Program:

Katherine Comeau is a counselor at the International Community School, which is located east of BEST High.  The International School is for children grades 7-12 who wish to study and learn.  They have at least two hours of homework each night.  Students have to live in the Lake Washington School District and of the more than 200 students who apply, 60-80 get in each year by a lottery system.  All students take a social studies/humanities/art block in which they study one part of the world as it relates to all three areas.  The students also have to take math, science and Spanish.  There are no sports or PE or music.  These activities are all done after school.  Each year, all but one of the graduates goes on to college, from Bellevue Comm. College to Harvard.  The student who does not go to college that year, will eventually go.  Parents have to volunteer thirty hours at the school each year.

Bob Auslander successfully bought the lucky ticket for the honeypot but unsuccessfully drew the wrong color marble.  Bob and all the other losers will be eligible for entrance in the 'second chance' club - to be determined at another time. 

The meeting was adjourned at 7:48   P.M.

Joanne Primavera, Scribe

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