The meeting was called to order by president LeAnn Zetmier. The song of the day, which Rich Emerson thought we should sing twice, was Let Me Call You Sweetheart. Mike Moran volunteered to pray.

Later the group called the Spare Parts entertained us with three songs appropriate for Valentines day beginning with Let Me Call You Sweetheart. They are willing to go and serenade your sweety on Valentines Day for a price of course.

Guests today included Denise Williams introduced by Bill Byers. Amy Dyer had her sister Rosanna Taylor with her. Rosanna is a member of the AKTION Club. The Fruita Monument Key Club was represented by four members. They are keeping busy helping out at the Soup Kitchen and an elementary school as well as planning to attend the district convention.

Several Happy Bucks were contributed. Sally Ryan was happy as she was not hurt in an accident this week. Others with happy bucks included Henry Langstaff; Bruce Isaacson who was happy for celebrating 64 for years of marriage to his lovely wife, Aldean; Kristin Winn, Brook Blaney, Kristi Adams, Lloyd Unfred, Bob Hanson, and Joe Breman.

Vern Grey, Joe Breman and Paul Miller are noting birthdays this week. We sang happy birthday to them.

When we came in a display of pictures from last year’s Mardi Gras party were showing. Wes D’Aponti reminded us that the party this year is scheduled for February 25. It is at Adobe Creek Golf Course. The cost is $30.00 per person and the music will be by Rick and Karen Blake. The food will be Cajun Style. You must get your tickets in advance. Call Wes for details.

Brook Blaney told a joke about a gynaecologist turned auto mechanic. Vern Gray won the $5.00 after reciting the defining statement. Tom Sheldon brought News Weather and Sports.

Do not forget the charter luncheon on February 23. Sign up sheets were on the table today and will also be there next week. If you plan to bring a guest it would be good to know so there will be enough food to go around.

The Speaker today was Tim Hatten from Mesa State College. He was introduced by Mike Moran. Tim spoke on the Entrepreneurial Business Institute and what it is trying to accomplish.

Our Fine master today was Jeff Cyriaks. He handed out more than the usual buck fines to several people. He fined Jeff Freeland for no pin but because he passed the buck on why he did not wear one on to Bill Byers, Bill ended up with the fine. Brad Krebill was fined as was Vern Grey. Vern was accused of looking like an Easter Egg in his bright shirt. Brook Blaney paid a fine as did Joe Breman. Ron Sherman and Tom LaCroix as well as Amy Hand were fined. He also handed out levies to Mike Moran and Rich Emerson.

Tom Sheldon told of his life. He is a native of the Grand Junction Area and his father was in broadcasting before him so he has been involved in Radio since he was a small child. He chose Larry Beckner to tell of his life next week.

Wes D’Aponti brought the board report. He basically said there were only the usual things covered.

Kristin Winn announced a work day for women at Habitat for Humanity on February 18. She also said it is time to start thinking of corporate sales for Pancake Day. Bob Colony will head up the committee again this year but they are looking for more members to help out.

The Mid Winter Conference is at the Denver Marriott on February 17-19. Plan to attend if you can. For details contact LeAnn Zetmier or Lynne Sorlye.

There were two gifts for the president. Rick Nisley brought a magic wand from some place and Brook Blaney brought candy, a beanie and miscellaneous other items from Seattle.

The Golden K Club’s Chile Supper was reported to be a big success.