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April 28, 2005
COMING EVENTS
May 5 - All Day Breakfast - 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
May 12 - Michael Rand - Videographics (with Michael Caruana)
May 19 - Community Luncheon - Herzog Hall, Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds
PRESIDENT BABE rang the bell at 12:30
. . . .and asked STEVE RUSTAD to serve as our song leader.
CONNIE HEIZER offered the thought for the day focusing on service to self, family, community, and country.
JOANNE FERRIS introduced three visiting Rotarians, and RICARDO MARZO, STEVE RUSTAD, DAN LIBARLE, and PRESIDENT BABE introduced their guests. The Sunshine Report shared that TED ATKINS has had some health issues and deserves our thoughts.
RICARDO MARZO reminded us of the coming Celebrate Rotary edition of the Argus Courier in July and indicated information on advertisements will be coming soon.
LEROY BEAN said that members will be receiving a flyer in the mailed edition of this Rota-Teller inviting their preferences for committee assignments in 05/06. He asked that we return them in a timely fashion. To download a copy click here.
ONITA PELLEGRINI reminded us that the opportunity for the Club to match members’ contributions to their Paul Harris awards is coming to a close. The offer has been extended for one more week.
DAVE AMUNDSEN needs volunteers for May 13 – 15 to assist at the food & drink booth at Infineon Raceway during the Super Bike Race. Call DAVE to help in this fundraiser. TIM MILLER, from the Red Cross, announced a program to provide free swimming lessons in Spanish and English and to train Spanish-speaking lifeguards. Both programs are intended to reduce the number of drownings in the area.
JIM MICKELSON reminded us of the All Day Breakfast on May 6. Work schedules are set, and he asked that you turn in your ticket money before the event. PRESIDENT BABE announced that his last meeting will be June 16 (cheers filled the room!) and he will dedicate that meeting to MIKE MADICK and all past presidents.
RICK VAN BEBBER was fined $10 for not being at the Birthday Table, despite the lack of a chair. RICK MOSSI coughed up $5 for being late.
STEVE LAFRANCHI explained that despite an all-points bulletin, being seated outside for the Crab Feed, he still needed a direct appeal from our President to make the meeting. He offered $200 in penance and promised he’d attend more.
TENNY TUCKER asked PRESIDENT BABE where his chicken badge was, and both paid $5 for the mystery. TUCKER shared details on his three-week vacation to Arizona and Palm Springs, which cost him $21 for drinking each day.
TAWNY TESCONI admitted to a trip to San Felipe and gladly paid another $20.
LARRY JONAS worried aloud that the apparent lack of Rotary-inspired clothing on one rider on the Rotary Float, but PRESIDENT BABE fined him $5 for not being observant enough, something about underwear. Click here for an encore look at Babe's underwear.
RICARDO MARZO contributed $50 for a trip to Disneyland.
JOHN DADO shared information on a jam packed April. A 5th grandchild, his 70th birthday, and being admitted to the Petaluma High School Athletic Hall of Fame. JOHN gave $100 to the Rotary Foundation, but BABE added $10 for having JOHN cover for him at the Petaluma Community Achievement Awards.
WALLY BRAGDON drew the winning raffle ticket but only got the wine, plus a fine of $100 for a new Toyota.
ONITA PELLEGRINI introduced the program on Lace House Linen.
DAN LIBARLE and RICARDO MARZO shared the interesting history that dates back 90 years. Today it is a modern, technological business with an eye to conservation. Afterwards, AL CATTALINI queried, where do lost sox go? On that note, the meeting adjourned.
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The District Conference is May 19-22 at the Doubletree Hotel in Rohnert Park. Click the balloon for more information.
This week's Rota-Teller editor: Doug Garrison.
Next Week:
Set-Up: All Day Breakfast
Fine Can: All Day Breakfast
Microphone: All Day Breakfast
Visitors: All Day Breakfast
Editor: Ricardo Marzo
April 21, 2005
COMING EVENTS
April 28 - History of Lace House Linen: Yesterday and Today - Dan Libarle & Ricardo Marzo w/Onita Pellegrini
May 5 - All Day Breakfast - 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
May 12 - Another interesting program
With the events of the Past Week (the selection of a new Pope and a Royal Wedding) one could only wonder what PRESIDENT BABE would have up his sleeve this week. However PRESIDENT BABE, calm and collected, called the meeting to order and asked GENE BENEDETTI to lead us in song.
GENE rose to the occasion and we all sang, “I’m a Rambler, I’m a Gambler” as GENE came forward. We then sang “God Bless America”.
PRESIDENT BABE then asked TED ADKINS to give the “Thought for the Day”. Ted started off by saying we should enjoy each day and smell the roses. He reminded us to self discover and self-express ourselves daily, and most of all Cherish Every Day.
The normal Petaluma Rotary warm welcome, handshakes, and hugs then took place.
RICK MOSSI introduced the lone visiting Rotarian from the Petaluma Sunrise Club.
PRESIDENT BABE then asked that Rotary members introduce their guest. Past President ED FULLERTON introduced his wife Carol. There were no other guests present.
Announcements: LARRY JONAS reported that several club members and Interact students had recently completed the painting of a house owned by a 75-year-old widow. Larry gave a special Thank You to DAVE AMUNDSEN for his efforts in making the project a success.
ONITA PELLEGRINI reported that to date 16 members have contributed toward their Paul Harris Fellow, and that over $3,000.00 had been raised to date. She congratulated Past President ED FULLERTON and his wife Carol for both contributing toward their second level Paul Harris Fellows.
JOHN DADO reminded us that the Foundation was in the process of receiving applications from organizations seeking grants from the Foundation. Call John at 763-2534 for specific information.
RALPH SARTORI reminded us that The All Day Breakfast is coming up on May 5th. Members were reminded to get their confirmation of working times back to JIM MICKELSON ASAP!
RICH POREMBA introduced Shivam Kapoor, our exchange student from India, who thanked us for allowing him the opportunity to study in the United States. He talked about his experiences and how he has enjoyed his stay. He said that he would be leaving soon due to some student requirements in India.
PRESIDENT BABE then asked that out of courtesy that anyone with questions for the speakers to PLEASE STAND when asking questions.
Several members were then fined for not wearing their club badges.
PRESIDENT BABE then stated that NIT ANDERSON would give her craft talk, and since she should have done this three years she would be given ten minutes to do so. Nit took all her time informing us that her first job was arranged by a fortune teller. She has been a Fashion Model, Reporter for papers, radio, and TV. She was a Hostess for a Swiss Company. Lived in Africa, Hawaii, and was a charter member and Past President of a Rotary Club in Thailand. She has a daughter attending U.C. Davis and enjoys Petaluma.
PRESIDENT BABE told NIT “You are a True Female because you can Talk, Talk, and Talk”. PRESIDENT BABE then fined both ED and ONITA for not allowing NIT to give her craft talk during their terms. ONITA said that STEVE OLMSTED had informed her that transferring members were exempted from giving craft talks. In the end ED, ONITA, and STEVE all paid a fine.
KIP HERZOG had the lucky raffle ticket, however he did not pick the right rock and walked away with a bottle of wine.
JIM BECKER gave a short talk on Goodwill Industries and then introduced Peter Lee who is the C.E.O. of the Redwood Chapter of Goodwill Industries. Mr. Lee informed us on the many aspects of Goodwill Industries. They assisted over 2500 people last year with Job training, Job Placement, and Post Employment Support. They will soon be vacating the Petaluma store and are looking for a 10,000 sq. foot building. If you have any suggestions please contact JIM BECKER 778-7780.
Anyone who could help construct the ROTARY FLOAT this Friday or ride on the float this Saturday please call Onita at 762-2785.
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The District Conference is May 19-22 at the Doubletree Hotel in Rohnert Park. Click the balloon for more information.
This week's Rota-Teller editor: Ralph Sartori.
Next Week:
Set-Up: Jamaes Gotelli & Connie Heizer
Fine Can: Dan Marsh
Microphone: Stan Lawson
Visitors: Joanne Ferris
Editor: Doug Garrison
April 14, 2005
COMING EVENTS
April 21 - Goodwill Industry Challenges – Peter Lee w/Jim Becker
April 28 - History of Lace House Linen: Yesterday and Today - Dan Libarle & Ricardo Marzo w/Onita Pellegrini
May 5 - All Day Breakfast - 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The meeting began with STEVE RUSTAD leading us in song, followed by KEITH SOLTS giving the invocation.
Rotarians with guests were: TOM BRANDAL and his son-in-law Eric Bower, HEIDI KIBBE had her daughter Cathy, RICK MOSSI introduced a co-worker named Brian and DANIEL MARSH brought his wife Linda.
JIM BECKER had as his guest Mae, a Rotarian from Thailand. She commented on what a handsome President we had?
HARVEY FREETLY introduced our lone visiting Rotarian, Susan Gilmore from Ignacio, she was also one of our speakers for the day.
It was time for announcements and LARRY JONAS told of the Interact Club and the painting of a mobile home this Saturday.
TAWNY TESCONI said the Fair this year will be on June 22-26 and the Community Luncheon will be on Thursday, May 19 at Herzog Hall.
RALPH SARTORI said he has lined up. a great speaker for this event, Martina McClaughlin, a biotechnologist from UC Davis.
ONITA PELLEGRINI commented on the Rotary float being prepared for the Butter & Egg Days Parade. The Rotary theme for our float will be "The First 100 Years." She also reminded us of the Club matching the amount you donate towards your Paul Harris Fellow.
President BABE announced again the upcoming District Conference. being held at the Doubletree Hotel in Rohnert Park starting Thursday, May 19 and ending on Sunday May 22. If you plan on attending contact Secretary STEVE OLMSTED for applications. Click the link in this paragraph for more information, online registration and downloading of paper forms.
FINES
MARCUS BENEDETTI paid $100 for his recent trip to Gray Eagle Lake area where he attend a business meeting as a board member of Clover Stornetta Farms, however he was also able to get in some golfing and fly fishing at the same time.
DAVID BARBIERI was $25 proud of his granddaughter receiving her first communion,
RALPH SARTORI paid $55 for a new grandson and also offered to put $500 towards his Paul Harris Fellow.
Then President BABE called upon RICK OBERLIN and asked him about his daughter being accepted into college. RICK said he wanted to wait until LEROY BEAN was President as his daughter is most likely going to LEROY's alma mater, UC Berkeley. President Babe agreed to this arrangement.
MICHAEL CARUANA was present when a new filly was born on his farm and he proudly gave $100 for this birth.
KIP HERZOG was called upon for not coming clean about a recent trip he took. KIP said he was sure BABE was getting in line to run for District Governor by the way he has been performing his Rotarian duties. He ended up paying only $5.00 for a cruise he took before he went to South America a couple of months ago to attend a wedding.
RALPH BETTINELLI, referring to President BABE as Curly, paid $30 for winning some money at the last poker party he played in.
AL KAPLAN had a courtyard at the Salvation Army complex named after him. AL donated his services so they figured he should be recognized. President BABE recognized AL to the tune of $100.
GARY BRODIE had to come up with $20 because his son Chad is undefeated at tennis where he plays doubles at Petaluma High School.
AL CATTALINI put an "A" in STEVE OLMSTED's last name and this cost him $5.00, then AL claimed STEVE changed the amount he gave last week for his daughter getting married to $50.00. President BABE got STEVE for an additional $5.00.
JIM MICKELSON is gearing up for the ALL-DAY BREAKFAST. He handed out packets to the members which contained the tickets you sell or eat and said your assignments were also included on the back of the blue information sheet. Remember, the money raised at this event goes to pay for the Family Holiday Party for the needy.
LOU STEINBERG introduced our speakers for the day. Susan Gilmore, founder and Executive Director the North Bay Children's Center in Novato, Tam Smith, Valley Vista parent of two and supporter of the school garden project, and our own Rotarian WHITNEY HALL.
WHIT started the presentation by telling of the crisis facing our children, the lack of exercise and proper nutrition. Susan Gilmore gave a slide show on the subject, and Tam Smith talked about the program at Valley Vista School.
ATTENTION |
This week's Rota-Teller editor: Lou Steinberg.
Next Week:
Set-Up: Dick Weber & Linda Zacharin
Fine Can: Al Kaplan
Microphone: Connie Heizer
Visitors: Rick Mossi
Editor: Ralph Sartori
April 28:
Set-Up: Jamaes Gotelli & Connie Heizer
Fine Can: Dan Marsh
Microphone: Stan Lawson
Visitors: Joanne Ferris
Editor: Doug Garrison
April 7, 2005
COMING EVENTS
April 14 - Northbay Children's Center – Susan Gilmore w/Lou Steinberg
April 21 - Goodwill Industry Challenges – Peter Lee w/Jim Becker
April 28 - History of Lace House Linen: Yesterday and Today - Dan Libarle & Ricardo Marzo w/Onita Pellegrini
May 5 - All Day Breakfast - 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Those male members who are coming to the meetings in shorts are going to be subject to the wrath of our President — however he thinks Bermudas are OK!.
President BABE AMARAL opened, Past-President GENE BENEDETTI led us in song, and RICK MOSSI delivered the Thought for the Day. Handshakes and hugs ensued.
CARRIE PIERSON introduced the visiting Rotarians, followed by the introduction of our guests of Rotarians, including Prez Babe’s son (Jerry),
. . . and Past-President DON RAMATICI’s grandson (Cpl. Steve Johnson), who recently returned safely from a tour of duty in Iraq. He received a standing ovation for his service.
RICH POREMBA then sadly reported the passing of our exchange student’s father-- our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Past President DAVE AMUNDSEN then gave us the details of a Rotary Fundraiser at Infineon Raceway, followed by Prez Babe’s reminder of our upcoming Rotary District Conference on May 20-22 in Rohnert Park—100% club attendance is encouraged. Call Club Secretary STEVE OLMSTED for details. The Prez also reminded us of the Club’s Paul Harris Fellowship fund matching program. See Past President ONITA PELLEGRINI for details.
Past President JOHN DADO then had the honor of inducting
. . . JUDI ALLEWELT (a former teacher who is now a real estate agent) into our Club—welcome, Judi, and kudos to your sponsor, TOM BRANDAL.
The Prez then announced the April Anniversaries, including Past President JIM McCAFFREY’s 54th, which somehow resulted in Jim paying a $75 fine for his audience with Pope John Paul II in Rome in 1979. Congratulations, Jim (and Mary).
GENE BENEDETTI was then fined $50 for the appearance of his alter ego (Clo Cow) on the Evening Magazine show.
BILL GROVERMAN and RICK MOSSI, basketball players par excellence, and Bill’s City League team sponsor, GARY BRODIE (Brodie’s Tire & Brake), were then fined for their basketball exploits: $50 each from Bill and Gary, and $75 from Rick plus a $5 wisecrack enhancement! Thanks, guys.
Hawaii seemed to be the destination du jour for many of our members, including those who attended the recent wedding of STEVE OLMSTED’s daughter, featuring Steve as the proud father, DICK WEBER as the kind father-in-law, LORETTA CATAROZOLI as the matchmaker,
. . . and TOM BAKER as the toastmaster (hic!). Steve paid a whopping $500 fine, while Tom kicked in another $100 (Tom figured it was cheaper than if he had to pay $1.00 per drink he tossed down in his toasts!!). Thanks one and all, and congratulations to Steve and Dick—they make a lovely couple, don’t you think?
President-Elect LEROY BEAN and CONNIE HEIZER were also caught up in the “aloha spirit” to the tune of $100 each for their recent trips to Hawaii, albeit non-wedding related! Apparently emboldened by the slew of C-note fines being paid with such aplomb,
. . . the Prez concluded the fine session with a $100 fine on SUZANNE WELLS for her recent trips to London and New York. Thanks, Lee and ladies.
JAMES BURLESON won the raffle and turned his blue rock into wine!
ERIK GUNHEIM then introduced our celebrated and well-decorated speaker, retired USAF 4-star General George J. Eade, who gave a very informative program on the Cold War era, and concluded his presentation with a classy, professional salute and heartfelt thanks to DON RAMATICI’s grandson (Steve) for his service to our Country. The good General received a Club memento as a token of our appreciation and a book was donated to the PHS Library in his name.
The awed Prez then adjourned the meeting with a bang of his gavel on the bell, but not before he quizzed Past President JIM MICKELSON on the Four Way Test as a result of some more presidential notes that have slipped off ye old podium! See you next week.
Reminder |
This week's Rota-Teller editor: Mike Baddeley.
Next Week:
Set-Up: Chet Swanson & John Scharer
Fine Can: Ricardo Marzo
Microphone: Stan Lawson
Visitors: Greta Viguie
Editor: Lou Steinberg
April 21:
Set-Up: Dick Weber & Linda Zacharin
Fine Can: Al Kaplan
Microphone: Connie Heizer
Visitors: Rick Mossi
Editor: Ralph Sartori