It was a beautiful spring day in Grand Junction on Thursday and we were warmly greeted single handedly by Tammie Rupe.  I believe that Bob Burger was supposed to be with Tammie but his absence was definitely felt.  Tammie did a great job as our official greeter. President Kristin opened our meeting by welcoming all and asked for volunteers to come up to the front of the room to help as we sang “Easter Parade”.  Our volunteers were Orville Petersen, Jim Corley, Jeff Freeland, Terry Wakefield, Greg Schaefer, Mike Moran, Wes D’Aponti and Omar Campos.  Terry Wakefield led the group, which was decked out in beautiful Easter bonnets, as we all sang “Easter Parade”.  The gentlemen added to the performance as they danced the can-can while they sang. Great Job, Guys!!Dave Kearsley delivered our invocation and with that we were off and running.   

Kristi Pollard introduced Curtis Moore and Alan Watkins introduced Ryan Cross as their guests this week.  Members of this week’s birthday club are Mailyn D’Aponti celebrating her birthday on March 19^th and Roxie Denning (that’s me) will celebrate on March 22^nd. 

Happy J Bucks were paid this week by Kristin Winn, Mailyn D’Aponti, Rick Nisley, Stacey Mascarenas, Dennis Durmas, Lloyd Unfred, Gordon Harbert and Jeannie Thomas.  Thank you all for those happy bucks. President Kristin did not impose any fines this week and has asked Steve Thompson to act as Fine Master at next week’s meeting. Look out Fellow Kiwanians!!! 

Kristi Adams introduced our program “Young Women of the Month” this week.  From Grand Junction High School, Kim Diemer was recognized for her achievements.  Kim introduced her parents, Mary and Kent Diemer and her sponsor Lorraine.  Kim is a journalism major and will pursue those dreams after graduation at a college that she has not decided on at this time.  Arielle Brill from Fruita Monument High School was recognized next.  Kim was with her parents, Sean and Myumi Brill.  Kim’s sponsor talked about her aspirations as a diplomat after graduation and thought she might even head in the direction of the CIA. Nicole Silvano from Central High School introduced her mom, Wendi and her sponsor Nicole.  Nicole has ambitions that will send her to the nursing program of a fine college in Colorado.  From Palisade High School comes Libby Holsan. Libby introduced her parents Vickie and Ken Holsan and her sponsor.  As an art major, Libby hopes to attend one of three colleges that have made her offers in Colorado.  Libby’s sponsor spoke about her positive attitude and her abilities as a leader. 

Lynn Sorlye spoke about next week’s meeting as our kick off for the New Membership Campaign.  Please remember to bring your invited guests this week as it should be a great meeting.

Bob Colony reported on Corporate Sales and we are at $12,500!! We are well on our way to our goal of $45,000.00. To download the Corporate Application and Letter visit the home page of our website.  That address is www.kiwanis-gj.org. 

Stacey Mascarenas talked about “Eddy the Eagle” and Steve Thomson delivered our “Joke of the Day”. Rick Tuma recited our Defining Statement for $5.00 and Vern Gray drew the raffle winner, Joe Breman.   

Rick Nisley still needs to get together will the following members for updated pictures for our directory: Peter Bair, Sandy Barger, Amy Dyer, Chris Gumone, Darlene Hallmark, Andrea Jones, Steve Katz, David Kearsley, Ryan Otberg, Michael Pentaky, Kristine Pollard, Kristi Porter, Kevin Price, Kara Safriet, Ken Strychalski, Steve Thompson and Stephanie Tuin.   

Dave Kearsley announced a ski day at Powderhorn on Friday, March 28^th.  Please see Dave if you have questions.   

Kristi Pollard delivered our “Thought for the Day” and President Kristin adjourned our meeting at about 1:15. 

Until next week…..Roxie Denning, Bulletin Editor