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Newsletter for Dec. 5, 2007
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Sorry for the late delivery folks...too much Holiday Party!! More pictures from the December 5th meeting and the Holiday Party can be seen by clicking here.  If you missed it...sad. A great time was had by all! Dec. 19 ....Stanley Mouse...Poster Artist for the Grateful Dead will be our featured speaker Dec. 26.....Dark....Happy New Year! Today...Dec. 5.... Pledge: Led by Forrest Frey Thought of the Day: presented by Libby “There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle. “ Albert Einstein Guests: Al Kaplan from the downtown club Paul Beringer was introduced by Forrest Tim Noon, Tents of Hope, today’s speaker Ken Roman, Tents of Hope, Petaluma Director Andrew, and estate lawyer, was introduced by Russell Raymond – introduced by Sue and Walt Jennifer introduced our exchange student, Pedro Announcements: Elly announced our fundraising program for Lend-a-Hand at Cinnabar on Jan. 6th. Dawn spoke about Sharing Tree; it has a new format to better server those in need. Dawn also announced the Foundation Dinner and the Raffle which will be matched for the first 2 tickets purchased by a club member with foundation points. Diane announced the Dictionary Program; sign-ups are under way to participate. 2009-2010 President Nominee: Jo Ann Pozzi was announced as the committee’s choice 2008-2009 Board of Directors: Austin, Garner, Kevin Downey, Terry Bryant, Sheila Bride, Linda Postenreider, Dave Johnson, Jo Thornton 2008-2009 Secretary: Walt Hussey 2008-2009 Treasurer: Liz Marquardt The above slate will be formally placed on next week’s ballot. Finely some Fines: Linda P. gave up $20 for the article about her and our armed services in the Argus; she also shared with us her and Donna’s story of their rescue and adoption of a new kitty; happened because of a flat tire aborted bike ride. When found the kitty was only 1 _ pounds! Sara chipped in $23 in celebration of her recent birthday though she spent the day cleaning! Libby also pitched in $24 (being at least a year older than Sara!) had a wonderful dinner week celebrating with John and Family. Philip kicked in a few bucks after celebrating his BD with a round of golf and dinner with lovely wife. Gordon celebrated his bride Lynn’s birthday at Semolina and chucked in $50! Kevin had a great day with family as they celebrated daughter Sierra’s birthday with a tour of the Hornet – given by Gardner Bride, Kevin gave $28 Dianne Zimmerman rang the bell after paying off her fine schedule in celebrating her recent birthday. Rickie paid a few bragging bucks in showing off her beautiful grandkids with Santa. Jo Ann fessed up to giving wrong directions and where-a-bouts of signage for the Green Mill Inn – it can be seen up on the Water Tower off of Redwood Drive (did I get that right?!)…but wait…Lane offers to pay Jo Ann’s fine of $5! Update on Chuck: Pamela spoke with Loretta during a short visit; Chuck is doing okay – he remains in ICU at Sutter and has some Liver and Lung difficulties and his foot is not doing well – but he, as always, remains in great spirits (in fact there may have been some spirits flowing during Pam’s visit!) Continue the well wishes sent along to Chuck. He did appreciate the card sent by all of the club members. Osukuru Education Sponsorships; Pamela announced that we have surpassed our goal of sponsoring all of the children for their education and boarding! What a Great Club! Today’s Guest Speaker; Tim Nonn, National Coordinator of Tents of Hope. Tim shared with us today his personal story in beginning this program 4 years ago. He lives in Petaluma with his family and is one of those rare individuals who actually acted on his instincts and has created a program that is responding to the horror of Darfur. Much of his information can be found at the website: http://www.tentsofhope.org/index.html there is also a local website for Petaluma: http://www.petalumafirst.com/tohp/ Here is a bit of the Tents of Hope story:  About the Tents of Hope Project The mission of the Tents of Hope project is to support a one-year process in which people respond as communities to the crisis in Darfur, Sudan by creating tents that are both unique works of art and ongoing focal points within communities for learning about, assisting and establishing relationships with the people of Sudan. The tents are not answers in themselves. Rather, they are points of entry for more concrete forms of Darfur advocacy. The Tents of Hope project emerged in June 2007 through a partnership between the United Church of Christ, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and Dear Sudan. With the support of these two denominations, Petaluma, CA-based Dear Sudan has engaged in national organizing efforts since May 2004 to build a community-based response to the crisis in Darfur, Sudan. The structure of the Tents of Hope project is decentralized and temporary. It is a one-year project in which local communities are responsible for taking the initiative to shape the project both through the creation of the tents as works of art and the use of the tents as focal points for education, advocacy and fundraising for humanitarian assistance. National coordination is focused on giving support to these local efforts in such areas as the project website and the national event in Washington, DC in October 2008. Why Paint a Tent? Tents of Hope is about painting a refugee-style tent. Churches, faith-communities, schools and businesses are "adopting” a tent for a week or two, gathering together children, youth and families to paint a portion of a tent to send a message of peace and hope to our community, to Sacramento, to Washington, DC, and to displaced people in and around Sudan. It’s going to be fun and exciting. You’ve probably noticed, tents attract attention. Here is one of our tents. Many squares are painted, but there are plenty left for your group. You’ve heard about the crisis that many are calling “genocide.” The United Nations has called this the greatest humanitarian crisis today. Hundreds of thousands of people have been killed by Sudan government-backed militias. Hundreds of thousands more have been displaced from their homes. Villages are being burned – some have estimated 1600 villages. Women are being raped and children left orphans and homeless. And it does not have to continue. Together, we can make a difference. We can be instrumental in bringing an end to this crisis and preventing or reducing the next human-induced humanitarian crisis. The mission of the Tents of Hope project (www.tentsofhope.org) is to support a one-year community-based process in which people respond as communities to the crisis in Darfur, Sudan by creating tents that are both unique works of art and ongoing focal points within communities for learning about, assisting and establishing relationships with the people of Sudan. Local communities are inviting religious congregations, students, civic organizations and other groups to participate in the artistic creation of the tents and related activities such as education, advocacy and fundraising for humanitarian relief. The project will culminate in September 2008 with a “gathering of tents” at the National Mall in Washington DC. Though Tents of Hope is starting in Petaluma, we are part of a growing national movement. You can read more at the new national website: www.tentsofhope.org/ Raffle: no winner today Meeting Adjourned  Our terrific bartender at the Holiday Party....Linda Postiender! |
