Ed Harris's 19th meeting as this years President began with John Brantingham introducing Ed.
Ed gives a hearty welcome to our guests.
Odell Lee lead us in the invocation.
Roger (play ball!) Ridley lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance
Roger's "Moment in History" took us from 1650 with the birth of William the 3rd to 1939 with the first Air conditioning for Automobiles.
BRAGS:
Walter bragged about Ed's continuing his technological prowess so our meeting can continue via Zoom until it is safe to meet in person once again.
Harry bragged about the work done for the Election
Roger has a "new mug" of Harry's left behind in haste as he departed from long four days at Edward's Barn.
Announcements:
Our Guest Aaron Melon encouraged our club members to once again give to his "NIPOMO NOEL" project on December 3, 2020 from 5pm to 9 pm.
Kat Stowell said help was needed pulling turkey for the community dinner on November 15. Please lend a hand if you are available.
Ed Harris reminded us that it is time to start turning in your Raffle Tickets.
A big Thanks! to Bill Pucirelli for his coordination of the four day Voter Service Center. His cool demeanor pulled us through days of tension and some challenges.
Another thank you to Judy for once again making sure volunteers were well fed on Election day at dinner time.
Bob Sander was mentioned not just for his time given but that of his wife and neighbors. Bob was responsible for 50 man hours at the Voters Service Center and the sale of a number of Raffle tickets. Way to go Bob!
Thank you to George Dubois for accompanying Bill to safely deliver ballots after polls closed.
Nipomo Food Basket is looking for food.
If you are moved to donate you can take your items to the MAC building in Trilogy located on Trilogy Parkway on either Friday 11/13/20 or 11/16/20.
Items most coveted would include peanut butter, cereal, canned vegetables, frozen turkeys and cold hard cash.
They will be open to accept your generosity from 10 am till 2 pm.
Mario Iglesias gave us a brief update on the work trying to improve the center dividers along Tefft. The struggle is real.
Great speakers from CENTRAL COAST VETERANS HELPING VETERANS.
They explained the four facets to the veteran community:
* VETERANS TREATMENT COURT MENTORS
*VETERAN CARE PROGRAM
*VETERAN HOME REPAIR
*VETERAN VISITATION
*VETERANS GRANTS AND LOANS
They presented us with the history and overview.
An explanation of how a veteran can get in the court program
If this interests you or any one you know you can help by Volunteering and or donating cash.