Thank you to Scribes JoAnne and Dale Bender
The meeting was opened by our Fearless Leader David Lari at 7:00am. The invocation was given by Jeff Haynes & the flag salute was led by Marti Sanders while Carol Smith led us in a patriotic song which was most fitting coming off our 1000 Flags fund raiser over Memorial Day weekend.
Guests included Sandra Kessler (an Aera friend & former co-worker of Jacque Alexander and Kay Pitts.) A very special guest was JoAnne Bender (Dale affectionally calls her Joanne Extraordinaire).
Pete Leveroni introduced the speaker, Amanda Lejeck, Manager of Operations for Kern County Teen Challenge, who gave a riveting testimony of how she overcame all odds with the help of TC and now leads a productive Christ-filled life. TC is a non-profit (free services to participants in B-town) and has numerous outlets which include a Women’s Center located at 301 E. Roberts Ln, a Men’s campus in Shafter, the TC College in South Gate along with Vocational training, job opportunities, etc. Amanda leads by example and helps young, troubled youth get help to overcome addictions of all kinds. Serving food at CALM during special events is the major fund raiser for the organization.
The Happy Birthday song, led by Carol Smith, went out to Ken Quarnberg, Shane Bryan, Scooter Tangeman & Dr. Bani Singh.
Willie Gordon/Nicole Kennedy (3 yrs.) & Jeff/Cheryl Haynes (35 yrs.) received the nod for very Happy Marriage Anniversaries.
Club Anniversaries were celebrated by Tom Burke (8 yrs.), Marlene Heise (19 yrs.), Stephanie Baker (29 yrs.), John Guerard (37 yrs.) & Dale Bender (38 yrs. BBRC & Tehachapi 6 yrs).
Happy Spots included Pat Thompson with a successful left shoulder replacement, Bill Potter being forced to visit Cocoa Beach, FL & see Space X launch (Dave received a cool NASA shirt & surf shop bag), Jeff & Cheryl Haynes announced another adorable grandson named Daniel Ryan, Stephanie Baker’s grandchildren have all launched happily into college, etc., Marlene Heise’s temp home received repairs by Cameron; Willie Gordon shared his success on Channel 17’s Studio 17 Property Pulse spot Thursdays at 1pm & picture in the Bakersfield Magazine. Announcements in
cluded requests for the designated presidential nominees, along with animated discussion regarding another amazing 1000 Flags fund raiser. The projected net revenue of $30,000 to the BBRC Foundation included lots of fun, food & music (along with $15,000 for three veterans associations). Denise Haynes received a Certificate of Appreciation from the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution & announced a lost Swiss Army knife was found if any members are missing it. Shannon Grove presented a proclamation to BBRC on Memorial Day. The Run got a special shout out for great organization, etc. and Dave gave a heart felt thank you to the club for their participation and support during the entire weekend – Brian’s pictures are on the Club Runner website demonstrated how much fun was had by all (a great preview was shown set to music).
cluded requests for the designated presidential nominees, along with animated discussion regarding another amazing 1000 Flags fund raiser. The projected net revenue of $30,000 to the BBRC Foundation included lots of fun, food & music (along with $15,000 for three veterans associations). Denise Haynes received a Certificate of Appreciation from the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution & announced a lost Swiss Army knife was found if any members are missing it. Shannon Grove presented a proclamation to BBRC on Memorial Day. The Run got a special shout out for great organization, etc. and Dave gave a heart felt thank you to the club for their participation and support during the entire weekend – Brian’s pictures are on the Club Runner website demonstrated how much fun was had by all (a great preview was shown set to music).Stepdown will be June 14th in Nipomo, CA for all members who are interested attending - please sign up at District website or contact Dave.
Myah Salinas will be talking about a ‘pitch on launching a product’ next week. The 50/50 drawing was won by Jennifer Henry for $58.
Prez Dave closed the meeting with a quote from JK Rowlings “Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life” with the sound of the bell at 7:56am.