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Friday Program:
The rise in bank robberies is partially due to the growth of branch banks. With so many, banks can’t afford to provide on-site security. Also, bank employees are told not to resist during a bank robbery — the money isn’t theirs. Bank robbers know this. A robbery can get a robber $6,000 to $8,000 from a single teller.
Bank of America has been using the program. Where the bank suffered an average of 50 robberies a year, the total now is down to 13 so far this year. It is the least robbed bank.
The FBI concluded that Cooper wasn’t experience enough to bail out of a plan doing 200 mph into conditions of icy rain and a -7 degree temperature. He probably tumbled out the rear of the plane and didn’t pull the parachute cord.
Steve Szirmai gave the invocation and pledge, and Jan Nestler introduced visiting Rotarians and visitors.
Reminder to the members: there will be no meeting on December 28, and both the January 4 and 11 meetings will be off-site at Newport High School and Newport Yacht Club, respectively. Student of the Month: Kevin Yoo
Kevin has been involved with Kids Night Out through the YMCA, and his goal is to go to the University of Washington and perhaps major in medicine. Cary Kopczynski discussed the importance of the Rotary Foundation and reminded members that the club seeks 100 percent participation. Approximately 75 percent of the members have already made their pledges. Jenny Andrews was honored for reaching the $2,000 level of commitment and was given her first sapphire pin. John Martinka was honored for reaching the $5,000 level and received his fourth sapphire pin. 2008-09 Officers & Board Approved The 2008-09 BBRC officers and board were approved by the members. They are:
Let us give thanks ... A good piece of chocolate has about 200 calories. As I enjoy two servings per night, and a few more on weekends, I consume 3,500 calories of chocolate in a week, which equals one pound of weight per week. Therefore. in the last 3 1/2 years, I have had a chocolate caloric intake of about 180 pounds. I weigh only 165 pounds, so without chocolate, I would have wasted away to nothing about three months ago! I owe my life to chocolate!
10 Life Lessons 1. Never give yourself a haircut after three margaritas. 2. You need only two tools. WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and shouldn't, use the tape. 3. The five most essential words for a healthy, vital relationship "I apologize" and "You are right." 4. Everyone seems normal until you get to know them. 5. When you make a mistake, make amends immediately. It's easier to eat crow while it's still warm. 6. The only really good advice that your mother ever gave you was, "Go! You might meet somebody!" 7. If he/she says that you are too good for him/her — believe them. 10. Be really nice to your friends. You never know when you are going to need them to empty your bedpan. |
THIS FRIDAY
"The Heart of the Game," Bill Resler. When Seattle filmmaker Ward Serrill met Bill Resler, a college tax professor who moonlights as a girls' basketball coach, he didn't realize that he was about to embark on an incredible seven-year journey. Serrill, camera in hand, followed Resler — who looks more like Santa Claus in Birkenstocks than a whistle-blasting high school coach — into the Roosevelt High School gym and soon discovered a group of girls whose unbridled toughness, passion and energy he came to call THE HEART OF THE GAME. (O'Brien) NOTE: If you have a birthday or anniversary this month and it isn't listed below, it means you need to update your directory page to include that information. BIRTHDAYS
Jon Turkarslan, 12/03 ANNIVERSARIES
Cary Kopczynski, 14 yrs
The annual Golfing with the Elves will be take place December 24, rain or shine, at 8:59, at the Mt. Si golf course. Contact Norm Johnson for more information.
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