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To Mankind Award Winner Announced
The person chosen by the Noon Sertoma Club to
represent Service to Mankind in the community was
none other than Dick Endres, Founder of Confidence
Learning Center. Dick's many contributions to the
community besides his efforts at Camp make him the
epitome of the spirit of giving that makes the
United States of America a different place to live.
Dick himself explained that he started Confidence
Learning Center based on a faith that God wouldn't
let such a worthwhile effort fail.
His faith also
extended to the Brainerd Community. He felt that
Camp could be supported without state or federal funds
because people in this area are willing to give of
their time, talents, and money to help their fellow
man. Confidence Learning Center has brought
international recognition to the concept of what can
be accomplished with community support. The Service
to Mankind Award is given for lifetime achievement.
Dick was presented this award by Jeff Olson.
Executive Director at Confidence Learning Center.
Dick mentored Jeff when he first arrived at Camp
many years ago and Jeff reminded him of how many
boxes of awards and recognition plaques they had to
pack up when Dick retired and he moved into his
position.
The Sertoma Club gave Dick a standing
ovation since he is personally responsible for the
founding of the original Brainerd Club. After a year
of visiting all the Sertoma Clubs in the state, he
decided that this would be a great organization to
have locally. He was already very involved with the
Rotarians but assisted people like Charles Bartels
and Les Franz who are still currently members to
form that first club.
Dick was joined at the podium by his wife Jean after
he gave her much of the credit for his success. They
have been married for 55 years and raised 8 children
of their own and 12 foster children. The local
members of the family were also well represented to
see Dick receive his award.
Click here to read the
entire nomination letter. |
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Thanks Pam Sachs for taking notes. |
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| Announcements |
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Karen Owen received permission to use
district funds for the Hospitality Suite
in Sioux Falls. |
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Red Cross Blood Drive Card will save
you from being fined. The firemen and the
police are giving away certificates for
Buffalo Wild Wings, Cub Foods and the
Lunkers. 838-LIFE to sign up for an
appointment. |
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Thanks Andy Holmes for agreeing to
promote the Sertoman of the Day program. |
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A Task Force is being created to
synergize the service clubs. The Brainerd
Lions Club for instance could fill in the
gaps that are created because Sertoma
distributes most of their hearing aide money
to children. See Mark Korte if you are
interested in being on the committee. |
 Grant
application for Winter Wonderland
Sponsorship are available online at the
Sertoma site. They are also linked to the
Winter Wonderland Site. Encourage applicants
to go and get a copy to fill out. These will
be officially completed by late April or
early May. |
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Brainerd Area
Sertoma Club Calendar
Got a big event coming up—want to let everyone know?
Please send to Pam Sachs and it will be posted.
eglponys@brainerd.net |
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| Pipe and
Drape Schedule |
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| Ceiling Dates |
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Blue
Ticket Winner |
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Beth Burnard |
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| Pot-O-Gold
Winner |
| Would have been Doug Benzer |
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| Attendance |
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Guests: Joel Sutherland-owner of the Lunkers, Bob Slaybaugh
from Camp Confidence, Jason Evanson from KQ Classic Rock, Dick
Endres and five members of his family including his wife Jean |
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| *Everyone is encouraged to bring potential
members to a Sertoma meeting with the Club picking up the cost.
However, you will be billed $9.50 for any other guests. |
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| Greeter
Schedule |
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As greeter you have several duties. You need to arrive about 10
minutes early. It is your job to greet people, help them find
their badges and sell them a ticket if they wish to participate.
The money collected must be divided by the Greeters equally--half
goes to the Current Club Treasurer for the social committee and
half goes to the Club President along with the bucket of tickets.
Be there by 11:45 and call somebody to substitute for you if you
can't be there. |
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| Mar. 18 |
Carolyn Bare, Veronica Jensen, Bryan
Jelinski |
| Mar. 25 |
Jerry Keimig, Brenda Kelley, Lottie Oehrlein |
| April 1 |
Brian Kirkpatrick, Paul Keprios, Sara Nelson |
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| Sertoman of the Day |
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Of
Note |
 Nanci
Hallam, Curt Hawkinson, and Bob Nibbe received their service
awards.
Mike Boen announced the recipients of the Sertoma Works Award.
Inductees included Beth Burnard, Paul Heinlein, Jeff Fitch.
These members have made significant contributions in the areas
of Flags, Safe Ears, Pipe and Drape, Gossamer Ceiling, and
Winter Wonderland. |
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Business Notes |
 Thirsty
Sertomans have 68 different choices when they are
looking to buy their favorite adult beverages. All
Sertomans know they should aim their vehicles directly
at 105 Washington Street N.E. and deal with our own
Scott Fisher . Scott is a hard-working Sertoman who
deserves our patronage!! Call Scott at 829-1270 for
special requests--he special orders!!!
Hey Pam,
Hope you are indoors, dry, and warm. I've got a biz
notes request for
this week's newsletter. It is as follows:
YOU AND EVERYONE YOU KNOW IS INVITED....
The College of St. Scholastica will be hosting an Open
House at our
Brainerd Campus, located at Central Lakes College, on
Tuesday, March
24th from 5-6:30pm.
* Meet other students pursuing a bachelor's degree
* Learn about the programs available to you and related
career
opportunities
* Bring transcripts for a preliminary evaluation of
transfer credit
* File your FASFA before the 24th and receive a
financial aid estimate
* Meet members of our faculty and staff
* Learn about the admissions process
Now is the time to advance your education and position
yourself for the
next stage in your career. Call Amie at 218-855-8006 or
email
aander10@css.edu to reserve your seat today!
Contact me with questions. Otherwise, thank you for
including this in
the newsletter.
egards,
Amie
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Rumor Corner
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Sergeant Brian got on the plane this morning and didn't leave
any Beverly Hillbillies notes for his assistants.
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Dick Endres skipped the salad,his excuse "I have to drive."
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Welcome back Amy Doyle
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Missy Lake had a great write-up in the Brainerd paper. Her
mother is very proud of her.
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Dick Endres visited every Sertoma Club in the state to raise
money for camp years ago.
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Preacher Andy thanked the dog pound for allowing her to
"diversify" today.
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Art Becker claims he is going to be the new first baseman for
the Lunkers. the Prez says most people get to first base by the
time they are in fourth grade.
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Curling 5-6 for the season, won the Consolation Championship at
the local tourney-- congrats guys.
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Big birthday party in Jamaica for Bob Owen this weekend. You are
invited.
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Beth Burnard won enough money to buy a flag!!!
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"You're half way home if I can't do ya" famous quote from Big
Mike.
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Barbi is 50 years old and Big Mike decided to wander around the
room doing trivia. One table got exempt because only Hawk and
Clausen had a Barbi Doll. A mint original Barbi is worth ten
thousand dollars Mary Marana. The first Barbi had white eyes
(the possessed Barbi according to Big Mike). Midge came first
Bonnie Cumberland. The teacher Barbi doll was recalled because
she wasn't wearing panties--good job Vern!!The Tooth Fairy got
her whole table as lifelines--and they got to keep their money
because they guessed Twiggy was the first famous person who
became a doll. Beth Burnard knew that the one series was
controversial because the doll had a nose ring and a tattoo.
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Photo's |
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Photos
Photos Everywhere New photos go up almost every week on our new
Sertoma Photo Gallery.
http://sertomaphotos.brainerd.com |
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Notes from your President |
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We have been asked to participate in the March Food Share
Campaign sponsored by the Salvation Army. The March campaign is
very important since it determines the amount of funding
allocated throughout the year to purchase more food for the
shelf. Food and dollars donated stay in the community. Money
donations work through the Second Harvest Food Bank and actually
allows the Salvation Army to buy more food per dollar so
monetary donations are welcome. The weakened economy has
increased the demand for services and this is one way to help
those struggling with these issues for the first time. If
everyone brings one non-perishable food item to each of our
March meetings, we can make a significant contribution to the
cause. |
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If you are not receiving the newsletter notification or the
emails announcing special events, please contact Pam Sachs
either at 218-821-1130 or
eglponys@brainerd.net. |
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Sue VanWagner (suekvw@brainerd.net) is in charge of the
Sertoman of the Day schedule. Contact her to take advantage of
this great opportunity to share your story and get some free
advertising (and no fines for the day). The form is also
available here on our website.
Kari Barnes is the go-to person
for Pipe and Drape information.
Need awards? Did you lose your pin? Bonnie Cumberland
(bcumberland@mailstation.com) is the person
in charge of awards and meeting paraphernalia. |
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