Once again it was time for Young Women of the Month. Only three of the schools were represented today as Cami Nadano, the representative from Grand Junction could not attend. She said she will come next month. The young lady from Central High School was Molly Johnson. She had her sponsor Dan Bollinger with her along with her mother and grandparents. Palisade High sent Chandra Scarrow as their designated student this month. She had her parents with her and her sponsor Anne Conneway. Fruita had Kaycee Almond as their Young Woman this month. She had her mother, her friend, and another friend with her. Her sponsor was Mrs Hallman.

Allison Ellington conducted the honoring of these fine students. She also had Larry Beckner give a brief synopsis of the history of the program. He said his father Ray Beckner helped start the program. It has been in place for some 43 years. In that time about 1500 students have been honored. Today one of the student’s mother said she was one of these honorees. Also, our member, Darlene Ficklin, said she was a past recipient.

LeAnn Zetmier conducted the meeting today. The song of the Day was Jingle Bells. The prayer was brought by Henry Langstaff. Tom Sheldon brought News, Weather, and Sports. Jim Moore brought the thought for the day. It had to do with Character. Rich Emerson brought the joke of the day. Fortunately, The Lord has made provision to forgive the sinners so there are many more in Heaven than just Mother Teresa.. Brad Krebill won the pot and the mystery Greeter was Rick Nisley.

Tom Sheldon had as his guest past member Erik Busby. Jeff Cyriaks brought Dwayne Jackson as his guest. Dwayne is another past member. Jeff Freeland introduced Brad Willms again. Brad has turned in an application and will be inducted as soon as he attends the indoctrination class. Don Teets announced that will be on January 5 at 5PM at the Holiday Inn. The current policy is to become a new member you and your sponsor must attend an indoctrination class.. Stephanie Tuin had Debbie Kemp as her guest and Marilee Wood brought Kathy Statin as her guest. Welcome to all.

Happy Bucks were given by Allison Ellington because she has gotten a promotion. Henry Langstaff had a happy buck to mention the article about Kiwanis and Habitat for Humanity that was in the Rocky Mountain District Kiwanian. Jeff Gumone put in a buck because he and his wife are expecting a new baby. Rick Nisley, Bruce Hill and Bill Byers were happy because Finemaster Steve Thompson was not here today. Bruce also stated his son was going to do an internship with the Grand Junction Daily Sentinel. Vernon Gray was happy again about the Red Sox and LeAnn Zetmier was conned into giving a buck.

Randy Rexwinkle is celebrating his birthday. Joe Breman and Sandy Barger are celebrating their Kiwanis Anniversaries and were here to tell of their favorite time in Kiwanis. Joe said he enjoyed serving Ham at Pancake day. Gary Lucero also has his anniversary.

Allison Ellington read a thank you from a past Young Woman of the Month recipient. She said Kathleen Moran thanked us for honoring her.

Those who attended the Golden K Christmas party last night had a great time. The Golden K raised $788 at their auction.

The Aktion Club is having their Christmas Party today at the MDS property. Amy Dyer announced today.

Next week the program is Randy Hampton from the Department of Wildlife. He will talk about the introduction of Moose on the Grand Mesa. Be sure to plan to attend. The following week will be a special program for the younger children. Be sure to bring you young kids and grand kids to club.

The Mardi Gras party is scheduled for February 5 at the Country Club. Mark that on you calendar so you won’t miss this fun event.

See you next week. Henry Langstaff Bulletin -- Editor.