February 15, 2005 Program

Our guest speaker today was Randy Dean, Accountability Analyst with Instructional Support Services in the Office of Technical Education of the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education. Mr. Dean shared with us information about Esperanto which included the following:

  1. Esperanto is a universal language that was founded in the 1920s for the purpose of creating true understanding among mankind and establishing a better world.
  2. Esperanto is a neutral, simple, and easy-to-learn language.
  3. Esperanto has a current membership of twenty to thirty thousand persons.
  4. Esperanto is becoming increasingly acceptable on the internet.
  5. Many publications such as the Bible, magazines, and newspapers are being published in Esperanto.

Visitor

We were delighted to have visiting with us Ms. Joyce Abrams (Bill) and Officers from APD Zone Four.

Future Speaker

February 22nd   Sadie Holt - Rosie the Riveters-The Women of World War II
March 1st   Clarence Harrison - DNA Frees Prisoner After 17 Years

Recognition

President Ray recognized Missy who introduced Sgt. Shepherd to conduct the Officers of the Month program from APD Zone Four. Sgt. Shepherd presented the two officers and noted their recommendation for alertness and courage displayed in the capture of a criminal who had shot another person six times and had a previous record of committing two robberies. President Ray congratulated the officers and presented each a Certificate of Appreciation. Ronni gave highlights of the Valentine Gala such as delicious food, plenty of auction items, and a lot of fellowship and fun. Lantz noted with thanks to Lockheed and Martin for the grant of $2500.00 to support our Rising Leaders program.

Pin Violation

Even though there was no Pin Violation, Our Compassionate Mel was pleased to receive a $3.00 purchase of a Pin on the spot.

Kiwanis Education

Having been established on January 21, 1915, Kiwanis celebrates its 90 Years of Service during the 2004-2005 administrative year.

President Ray's Quote

"Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want."
-- Italian Proverb

Announcements

  1. The Mid Winter Conference is set for Saturday, March 5th, at Wesleyan College in Macon. You may hop a ride with Past Gov. George.
  2. The Rising Leaders program will be held at the usual time and place in March. See Antje, Sherry, or Kathy.
  3. Our International President and his wife will honor the Georgia Key Club at its 60th Annual Convention at 7:30pm on Friday, April 1st, at the Atlanta Marriott Gwinnett Place Hotel (1775 Pleasant Hill Rd.).
  4. Be on the lookout for more information about our Division Rally which is scheduled to be held on April 28th.


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