The greeters today were Wes D’Aponti and Allison Ellington. The song of the day was Deck The Halls lead by Rich Emerson. Rich Emerson also lead the prayer. Matt Guccini told the joke of the day. He had a little problem remembering the punch line even though he is not Blond. Henry Langstaff brought the thought for the day. It had to do with living a successful life.

After President Mike Moran called the meeting to order he had the introduction of guests. We had some 10 members of the Central High Key Club with us. They were introduced by their vice-president Shannon Holsey. Brad Willms was the guest of Jeff Freeman. He is looking for a service club. Kevin Price had his 3 year old daughter Madeline with him. Gordon Harbert introduced Mr and Mrs Alfred Parker. They are officers with the Salvation Army. Roxie Denning was accompanied by Deb Fitzgerald. Deb has completed an application for membership. She also had Ben Watkins with her. Guy Stephens introduced Mansel Page as his guest. Mansel is Peggy Page’s father.

All the money collected today for Happy Bucks and fines was contributed to The Salvation Army. As I am sure you know this Saturday, December 4, is Bell Ringing day. Plan to meet at the Salvation Army Building on 4^th Street north of North Avenue at 11 AM. We will be ringing bells from noon to 2PM and will be trying to beat the amount collected by the Rotary Club. Actually the bet with them is based on the larger percentage increase from the previous year. Debra Page and Allison Ellington are heading up the drive to beat Rotary this year.

Those giving happy Bucks included Rick Nisley who was so happy the Nebraska made it to winning seasons for 30+ years in a row. Vern Gray was once again happy over the Red Sox winning the World Series. Orville Boge was happy because he has so many friends. Marillee Wood put in a buck to talk about the AKTION Club. The club has raised some $400 for toys for tots. Dennis Durmas was happy because he competed in his first snowmobile race of the season. Bruce Dwire had a buck because he saw his daughter and she has become engaged. Others contributing money included Roxie Denning, Orville Peterson, Tom LaCroix, Paul Miller, Toni Heiden-Moran, Bob Burger and Mike Moran.

Fine Master Steve Thompson handed out fines right and left. Actually the amounts were already discussed with the individuals and agreed upon in advance. If you are not familiar with this particular meeting it is based on a tradition dating back many years. When Frank Dunn was alive he used to dress up special to raise money for the Salvation Army. The ones to be mentioned were singled out, however, they were not the only ones to contribute. In fact after the "fines" were handed out Steve was chastised by LeAnn Zetmier for not calling on any of the women. Trumped up charges were made to Mike Moran who paid at least $100. Bob Hanson and Bob Colony each put in $100 and Bob had a check from Margie Zimmerman for $100 as well. Rich Emerson paid $50, Orville Peterson $100, Scott Hayduk $50, Larry Beckner $500, Greg Schaefer $500, Guy Stephens $100, Rick Tuma $100, Rick Nisley $50, Lee Young $100, Mansel Page $1500 and Peggy Page, $500. Dennis Durmas $100, Gordon Harbert $250, Steve Thompson $100 and Carpet Land $100 as well as Orville Boge $100. Whether your name is mentioned or not thanks for helping out.

The program was Cameron Garcia introduced by Wes D’Aponti. He talked about the Mesa County Household Hazardous Waste system.

The program next week will be Tim Foster from Mesa State College. Don’t miss this interesting and informative program.

The committee for corporate pancake day sponsorship will meet next Monday at 5PM at Waddell and Reed. Call LeAnn if you have any questions.

The Golden K Club Christmas party is December 15. Come if you can. The cost is $17.50 per person. You need to sign up.

Kids Day at Kiwanis will be the last Thursday in December . Bring your children, grand children or Great Grandchildren.

Mardi Gras is coming up in February as well as the Charter Luncheon.

Don Teets will conduct new member orientation on the first Wednesday of the month.

Correction. President of Rotary is Dan Roberts.

See you next week.

Henry Langstaff – Bulletin Editor