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KOFP&S Newsletter ~ December 2008

[all items are submissions from chapter meetings held in November 2008]

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Blue Mound Chapter Iola Chapter Northeast Chapter Western Plains Chapter KOFP&S State President Blaine Gee
Columbus Chapter Kaw Valley Chapter Osawatomie Chapter White Eagle Chapter KOFP&S State Vice President Keith Wright
Cow Creek Chapter 1st City Leavenworth Chapter Santa Fe Trail Chapter Wildcat Creek Chapter KOFP&S State Secretary Maryann Barry
De Soto Chapter Marmaton Valley Chapter Spring Hill Chapter Yates Center Chapter Website Information   
Flint Hills Chapter Mound Valley Chapter Walnut Valley Chapter Secretary/Treasurer Forms  Chapter Computer Representatives
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IN MEMORY OF OUR DECEASED MEMBERS
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From KOFP&S State President
 Blaine Gee                               		        From KOFP&S State Vice President
Keith Wright                              		       

From KOFP&S State Secretary
Maryann Barry                 

   Where, I ask you, Where does the time go?  It seems like just a few weeks ago it was Christmas time, now here we are again.  I do hope that everyone has their Holidays all planned and have a wonderful time.   I still have things to finish.  Those of you who know how I love to decorate for Christmas will understand.  I got a late start due to having to work on the really warm pretty days and now and playing catch-up on days with the cold and wind,. not the ideal situation. Anyway, enough of my whining, on to business.
    I have been saddened to here of the troubles that some of the chapters have been having lately, for the last several months.   In fact, by the time this newsletter comes out we may be down to 18 or even 17 chapters by Jan.  from the 19 we are right now.    I cannot say that I like the Idea, but I understand the stress that these chapters are in right  now myself.   While Yates Center is doing well and fine right now, it sure isn't what it was just five years ago when we were having 100 people at our Thanksgiving dinner, and an average of 75 attendees at a regular meeting.   Now we're happy with 40 to 50 if we get that .   Luckily, we are and seem to be bringing in new people too
    Unfortunately that's not been the case for some chapters and they are foundering.  IF  you can, and know of a chapter that's having trouble, PLEASE attend and when you can help with a donation,  and if nothing else, help SET- UP and CLEAN-UP, if you're  able.   This may not seem important to you, but is, I assure you, one reason for some chapters faltering.  Most officers of these chapters are getting up there and while they enjoy the office, usually they are the ones setting things up before anyone else arrives and are the last ones out putting things up and cleaning up when everyone else has packed up their few things and gone home.  
     Now, don't misunderstand me, just stop and think before you leave, just ask if there's anything you can do to help before you go.  I assure you that there is usually some little item that you can do that won't really slow you down in the process and will be of great help to those who need a little help .   If we all help a little then the burden isn't quite so much to just a few.   That's really all I am saying.
With that I want to wish everyone a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR .  Let us pray that this year is better than last, or at the very least not worse.     
BLAINE
"Next time you wave, use all your fingers."
"Anything not nailed down is a cat toy."    .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Hello All you good KOFPS people.
I was down from Oct. 9th until about 28th and only had been out of bed to be dragged to Doctor, MRI & Epidural shots.  Judy drove me to St. Francis Kansas to brother David's Oct. 30th after epidural shot.  It helped a lot.   I couldn't play guitar to practice on Saturday.  Judy drove me to my other brothers (Leon) in Indianola, Nebr. Nov 1 and then to Shriner's meeting in McCook on Sunday Nov 2.  They got me on stage and I sat on my music stool with guitar. Brother David played piano with me and David, Judy & I performed and sang for 45 minutes.  Made it through and felt better.  I had this booked for 1 1/2 years ahead and was not about to miss it.  Gave out several CD's and they were such a success that when we got home they called and said Shriner's needed more CD's since I didn't have enough when we were there---When could we come back for another performance?  Judy mailed them 12 more CD's..  My brother Leon was Grand Master in McCook last year. 
Judy has the van all packed with just a few more items to put in (Music equipment, guitars--music- stool etc.) Food that we are taking along with O'Malley the cat and his food, litter box and etc..  Judy will be driving so it will take us about 3 days to get there.  I think I will need O'Malley's pill to make him calm down while Judy drives. Ha Ha! Judy said O'Malley doesn't need the pill as he rode just fine coming back from Texas the last of March this year.  Judy called Doctor for my morphine prescription this morning as I ran out today.  I will get my last epidural shot this Thursday.  We leave early Sunday morning for San Juan. 
I regret that I couldn't get the Vice Presidents job done as it should have been this year but with better health, I could have been a ball of fire.  God be with the next V.P.  I want to thank everyone for the chance I had at that position again. We sure missed going to Lakin for the last Board meeting.  Thanks to Nadine Johnson for the power chair as it keeps me getting around better.  I just hope my health improves but at 69 + I have had a very good life even though I've had lots of pain and set backs with a bad spinal disease for the last 52 years. The Lord has blessed me with being able to still get around.  Most people don't talk about their health but I'm a complainer. Lots of people are not so lucky and are worse off than I. 
Marvin Simonton is having knee surgery Tuesday Dec. 2 and we wish him a speedy recovery.
I have gone to find myself.  If I get back before I return, please keep me here.  Do you think it is the pills I'm on?  Ha Ha 
Keith Wright Vice President
   On Nov 10th we became Great grandparents and we both went to hospital and took pictures.  Joshua Stahl Kuhr 7 lbs 15 ozs 20 inches long was born by our grand daughter Bridget.
Some of you might remember her when she was little and came to Coffeyville State Convention and sang.  It was a happy time for her and she will always remember it.  She is 19.  We had our Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year with house last Saturday with our son and his family, Jo, Mackenzie, and Michael.  Our grand daughter Bridget and her family; Bridget, Joshua and Buddy.  Great grandma Judy fixed all the dinner and gave out all the presents.  It was a great time with 4 generations present.
I got to sing and perform at our regular chapter meeting. I had a great time.
Next time I send notes for the next 4 months will be from South Texas.  Hope to see you-all next April at the convention.		   WANDA SMITH AWARD NOMINEE
OSAWATOMIE CHAPTER
   The Osawatomie Chapter Kansas Old Time Fiddlers, Pickers and Singers would like to nominate Florence Harclerode for the Wanda Smith Award. Although Florence is a non performer on stage she is constantly working to promote KOFP&S. She is always at our chapter meetings sometimes giving rides to the elderly so they can attend. We can always count on Florence; she is early to set up and stays to help clean up. Anytime or anything you ask of her she is willing ro help. She travels around the area with her husband. She is always smiling, cheerful and very friendly.
   Florence is a long time member of the Osawatomie Chapter and is one of our greatest encouragers. She is always there with a kind word and she has a heart of gold when dealing with the elderly. We are proud to nominate her for the Wanda Smith Award. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
Website Information        
Margaret Kau		    
I have been having problems getting on the website due to getting a new computer that runs with Vista.  Had to finally hook the old computer back up in order to access the pages of the website.  Once you get used to something almost working smoothly - somebody has to change it and you have to start all over from scratch figuring it out.  I have also had my hands full taking care of David August's mother who is 91 years old.  She fell towards the end of September and was in the hospital then the nursing home for about a month while I was on vacation in New Mexico.  She was released from the nursing home about four days after I got home and I haven't had much free time to give the website the attention that it needs.  Sifting through all the spam would be a lot easier if folks would put KOFPS at the beginning of the subject line on your e-mails!  A Great Big Thank You goes to Glenda Colson Western Plains Chapter State Board Representative for sending pictures from the October State Board Meeting.  

NOTE FOR COMPUTER REPS:  Please provide me a list of 2009 Officers for your chapters.  I do not want to post misspelled names.  Thank You  

Please remember to put KOFPS and your Chapter name in the Subject Line of your e-mails - Thanks  = It takes a lot of time to sift through all the spam to find valid KOFPS information.  I sort it by subject and find all the KOFPS marked messages very easily!!!   
   
Chapter Computer Representatives           
Chapter   Location   Name 
Blue Mound   Blue Mound   unknown
Columbus   Columbus   Diane Larsen 
Cow Creek   Hutchinson   Judy Wright 
De Soto   De Soto   Doug Danner 
Flint Hills   Emporia   unknown
Iola   Iola   Don Brooks 
Kaw Valley   Topeka   unknown
1st City Leavenworth   Leavenworth   Clara Lager 
Marmaton Valley   Fort Scott   Alva McNeely
Mound Valley   Mound Valley   Kelly Stuckey
Northeast   Valley Falls   Margaret Kau 
Osawatomie   Osawatomie   John Ebenstein 
Santa Fe Trail   Gardner   Michael Rousselo 
Spring Hill   Spring Hill   Julie Joeckel 
Walnut Valley   Arkansas City   Nita Simonton 
Western Plains   Lakin   Glenda Colson 
White Eagle   El Dorado   Carol Bell 
Wildcat Creek   Moline     Earl Allen 
Yates Center   Yates Center   Blaine Gee 
   
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November 1, 2008

  

First Saturday  

Columbus Chapter
 Diane Larsen      		  WHERE:  Cherokee Co. Hospitality Center,  
516 North Kansas, Columbus, KS 66725		   WHEN:  2:00pm
   Our November program was awesome!  We had only 11 musicians and the total attendance was 29.  Everyone was delighted with the performances of our newest youth members; Edith Sigler is 8 and Glenn Sigler is 9 years.  Edith also sang a song for us.  They both play the fiddle and are so talented. They live in Joplin, Missouri and we want to thank their grandparents, William and Elizabeth Ross, for attending our program and bringing their grandchildren. We also want to thank all the other musicians who attend our programs and perform for everyone.     
   Winners of the 50-50 drawing were Ruth Ann James, Dovie Neal, and Emma Lynn.     
   Our next program will be Saturday, December 6th. Our programs are held at the Cherokee County Hospitality Center, 516 North Kansas at 2 PM. We will be electing officers at our December program. If any member is running for an office contact Diane Larsen. We are now accepting membership dues for 2009.  
         
Walnut Valley Chapter
 Nita Simonton            		   WHERE:  320 South A St,  
               Arkansas City, KS 67005		   WHEN:  5:00pm  
The Walnut Valley Chapter met on November 1st. There were 32 attending.  The evening started with a jam session at 5:00 and the  program started at 5:30. There were only 12 sign-ups for the program.  Two performers were first time attendees.  They were Betty Ransford and Don Gaskill.  Betty is the mother of Norman Ransford.  She, April and Marva sang a trio of a gospel song that was enjoyed by all and brought tears to April's eyes as she remembered the times when she was a little girl and sang with grandma.  I bet there are a lot of grandmas out there that would enjoy singing with there grandchildren if we could get more of them to come.  I know Marvin enjoys singing and playing with his grand children.  
    Our other guest, Don Gaskill, played guitar and sang some great old time songs.  He has promised to come back.  He had been invited by  David Matson to come join us and we were happy he did.  Thanks David, keep bringing us performers.
    At 6:00 we took a break and we enjoyed all the good food that everyone had brought.    Those members who shared their talent Saturday night were:  Marvin, James Osborn, Don Gaskill, Dixie Mowbray,  Lee Bennett, Karna Burr, Thelma and Pete Coli, David Matson, April Tarrant, Marva and Norman Ransford, and Betty Ransford.  Dance music was provided  by  a make up band of Pete & Thelma, Karna, David, Don G. and the Ransfords and April.   They all played some great dance numbers that kept the couples on the floor most of the night.  Pat and Jim Lundy had left  for Arizona.  We will miss them this winter but I am sure Pat will keep in practice in Arizona.  The Redmon's are there and probably have some jams set up.  It is nice that some of our members can get together in other places besides here in Kansas.   
    The Walnut Valley float was a hit for the Arkalalah Parade on  Oct 25.  They passed out flyers that brought in some visitors and brought up a lot of questions about what we are.  Those that attended this evening said they will be coming back!  Lets hope so.  Good work guys!  
    There will be a holiday dinner at the December meeting.  The meat will be cooked by Marva, YUM YUM!  We will be missing next months meeting as Marvin is having his knee replaced on December 2.  We plan to make it for January.  
    We are still looking for new officers for next year.  Hope there are those of you out there that will step up to the task.  We know you all enjoy our old time music, and the company of friends that enjoy it and want to see Walnut Valley continue on.  
    Hope all of you can bring a friend or two or three or more along with you next month and get them to join us again and again at the next time and place.   
     Until next month continue to enjoy and play the oldtime music and keep a happy tune in your thoughts.
   
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November 2, 2008

  

First Sunday    

Kaw Valley Chapter
 Helen Matney        		  WHERE:  Shawnee North Community Center, 
               300 NE 43rd St, Topeka, KS 66617		   WHEN:  1:00pm
Sunday November 2nd, Kaw Valley Chapter - 300 NE 43rd - Topeka, Kansas after getting assembled with plenty of good food (Norma does the kitchen) it was time for the program. We congratulate all members and friends for their support. (Big Thank you to George DeBacker on recording the musicians). 
   It appeared a cloud of peace and happiness surrounded the afternoon of good music and fellowship. (A Heaven sent Day.)
   Music furnished by our own musicians and "FH" Wayne Stoll and Louise - John and Rhonda McGuire - NE Harold Bolz and John and Jean Gough - Desoto Leo Shaw and wife. 
   Bless all those recuperating from recent illness. Joy Kathrens, arrived with daughter Jonie and grand daughters - Joy has recuperated well and sang for us. 
   We are not sure about the future of "KV" Chapter. God Bless one and all and enjoy a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
   Kaw Valley always enjoys out of area visitors. We try to make everyone welcome and contented.  
   
Blue Mound Chapter
 Nola York                   		  WHERE:  Nutrition Center, 
214 W Main, Blue Mound, KS 66010		   WHEN:  1:00pm, Potluck @ Noon
Mary Grosshart President = The chapter met on a beautiful sunny day on November 2, 2008, with a jam session. The program started at 1:30 with 5 performers. They were Eldon Kemp BM, Alva McNelly Mar., Richard Pearman BM, Ruth Rhynerson BM, and Jerry Rowe BM. The jam session and program was greatly enjoyed by the 13 in attendance. 
   Some of our members had recent hospital stays including Nola York, Eldon Kemp and Bernard Gull. Eldon and Bernard were able to join us. Nola is recovering at a friends.
   Next month will be our yearly meeting to make plans for the next year. We encourage all members to attend. The meeting is to start at 1:00 pm on December 7, 2008.  
   
White Eagle Chapter
 Donna Furr             		  WHERE:  Senior Center, 
210 E 2nd Street, El Dorado, KS 67042		   WHEN:  1:30pm, Potluck @ Noon
Wow, what a time we had 19 performers and 85 in attendance. The weather was great and lots of food followed by music and dancing and fellowship with our friends. 
   We had election of officers for the coming year. They are Darrel Gray president, Ann Winberly vice pres, Donna Furr sed/treas, Buddy Pyle m/c and Red Santeee alt m/c.
   We had several who joined and will take membership in December also. Some were new hope to have more new ones. 
   Several of our sick list are back so we are thankful for that. Agnes has really been advertising and we really appreciate her. Thanks Agnes.
   Thanks again for all the help you know if you helped and the officers really appreciate you. It makes our job so much easier. 
   See you in December and bring a friend. My quote for the day - Never lose sight of the fact that old age needs so little but needs that little so much.   
   

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November 6, 2008

  

First Thursday  

Wildcat Creek Chapter
Karen Brown              		  WHERE:  American Legion,  
               Moline, KS 67353		   WHEN:  7:00pm, Potluck @ 6:00pm 
   Delbert Lampson reporting:   At our November 7th session we had 8 members and 3 guests.  Had enough food for a threshing crew!  We played and sang songs that we haven't done before.  Had a good time.  
         

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November 8, 2008

  

Second Saturday  

Mound Valley Chapter
 LuVonne Hucke        		  WHERE:  Community Center, 
               Mound Valley, KS 67354		   WHEN:  2:00pm
Thirty members and guests enjoyed the music of 17 musicians. 
   Melissa Cornett accompanied her mother Jennifer Ray and Grandmother Frances Long. Good to have her here. 
   Jerry Halderman was celebrating a birthday. 
   Members renewed memberships and officers for the 2009 year were elected - president Art Tull, vice president Jerry Halderman, sec/tres LuVonne Hucke, m/c Alice Gartner, alt m/c Ed Dodson, Kelly Stuckey historian, st rep Dixie Dodson, alt rep Jack Gartner, and food technician Betty Harlderman. 
   A Thanksgiving supper was enjoyed. Don't know which was stuffed the most, the turkey or the people. Everything was so-o good. Have a safe holiday and see ya next month.
   

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November 9, 2008

  

Second Sunday    

Marmaton Valley Chapter
 Lucille Smith                    		  WHERE:  Senior Center, 
26 N Main St, Fort Scott, KS 66701		   WHEN:  1:00pm
We met Sunday November 9th, for our monthly meeting. There were 27 on hand with 8 performing.  We had a new singer. Kevin Sissick. He sang some songs he had written. Also he played his guitar. We enjoyed him and hope he returns. 
   We had a small group but good music and snacks. I was lucky to have my daughter Pattie Warner with us for the afternoon. 
   We had our business meeting and retained our officers. Lorna Carlton president, Caroll Reynolds vice-president, Lucille Smith sec/trea, Virginia McNeely m/c, Chet Reynolds alt m/c, Alva McNeely st rep (still has 1 year left), Clifton Dawson alt st rep.
   We are renewing our memberships - come see us when you can. 
   
Santa Fe Trail Chapter
Thelma Dwyer            		  WHERE:  Johnson County Fairgrounds, Gardner Grange No 68, 202 East Washington Street, Gardner, KS 66030   WHEN:  1:00pm
We met on a cool beautiful day. We had several members and guests help us celebrate our 25th anniversary. We also held our election of officers: Michael Rousselo president, Gary Gourd vice-president, Thelma Dwyer sec/treas, Jean White asst. sec, Hazel st rep, Michael alt st rep, Gary Gourd m/c and Chuck Parcher alt. m/c. 
   For our December meeting we will have a dinner at 12 noon. We would like to thank the members and guests for a great year. 
   We also started a Santa Fe Trail Hall of Fame: our first inductees were Tom and Joanna Huston, Leonard and Dorothy Risker, Tex and Ernie Mays, and Walt and Joyce Stiverson.
   
Northeast Chapter
 Margaret Kau      		  WHERE:  Delaware Township Hall,   
Broadway & Walnut, Valley Falls, KS 66088     		   WHEN:  1:30pm
November 9th was a little chilly but that didn't stop 25 people from gathering at the Delaware Township Hall in Valley Falls, Kansas.  There were five Northeast Chapter member performers; Steve Wilkerson, Harold Bolz, Ken Bailey, and David August playing their guitars, and Neita Bahnmaier on piano, and Kaw Valley Chapter member Jerry Haag who played the steel guitar and then borrowed Steve's guitar to sing a few songs for us.  
   It was nice to see John and Mary Davis and Gene and Helen Matney from the Kaw Valley Chapter, we thank you for your support!  I also want to thank Northeast Chapter member Gladys Wunder for encouraging several folks from Valley Falls to attend.  Hope to see a few more people at the next meeting December 14th.  A business meeting will take place at 1pm and music starts at 1:30pm.  
        
   
Western Plains Chapter
Katie Day                       		  WHERE:  Memorial Building,    
               Lakin, KS 67860		   WHEN:  2:00pm  
We held our monthly meeting on November 9th. We had a good crowd and good music as usual. There were 46 in attendance and 19 of those entertained us for 4 hours. Towns represented were Garden City, Hugoton, Scott City, Healy, Ft Dodge, Dodge City, Sublette, Lakin and Lamar Colo. We never know what our weather will be out here so am always happy to see people out and about and want to come to spend time with us each month. 
   Thanks to all who brought good food. It is always enjoyed and usually nothing left to take back home. Thanks to all who help set up and take down the tables, chairs, and equipment. It takes all of us to make it work and not put a burden on just a few people. All are appreciated.
  We always meet on the 2nd Sunday of each month, weather permitting. Signup starts at 1:00 or 1:30 and the music starts at 2:00, so come again and bring a friend and let's increase our membership this next year too, like we did this year. 
   

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November 14, 2008

  

Second Friday     

Spring Hill Chapter
Sylvia Landis       Jean Cecini 		   WHERE:  Spring Hill Civic Center, 
401 N Madison, Spring Hill, KS 66083		   WHEN:  6:00pm, Potluck @ 5:30pm

Our only meeting this month was on Nov. 14th, 2008. We aren't able to get the building the fourth Friday this month or in Dec. so, we will not have the Jam in Dec. on the fourth Friday. We had ___ in attendance and ___ performers and most seemed to have a pleasant evening.        
   However, something was brought to my attention last night, that made me think. A couple was sad that there wasn't enough dance music last night, so they left a little early. I told them not to give up us, just try again, because usually there are a lot of songs that encourage a dance! I know that we always have a food pot luck, but it occurred to me last night that we also take pot luck in a lot of other ways! We always have a different mix of people to perform and to listen, we get a mix of types of music and from a wide range of years, most have different people they sit and chat with, and there are always new needs and challenges that people bring to share, because of what is going on in their lives. Indeed, it is never exactly the same. I crave variety, but don't dance, however, I love watching others dance and enjoy a wide range of types and styles of music, but most of all I love the people and their needs.        
   We found out that Mitch Long & Cathy Blackwell, just got engaged recently, and we shared that joy with them! However now Cathy has some series health issues concerning cancer and needs our long term prayers; Avis Armentrout is having some heart issues, so remember her as well. Jean Cecini was refused help by her insurance, and will pursue some avenues to get some help in the future. Charlene Prudden had a hip replacement with other complications and will be in recovery a very long time. Dave Blackwell was ill, so he and Pat couldn't be with us this time. Becky Keeney has continuing health issues so her and Jim haven't been able to be with us for some time, and he loves being here so much! If there are others, please let Jean know, so she can send a card, we try to show we care if we know, but of course we aren't perfect and sometimes it just doesn't get done even when we find out something is wrong. I know I'm guilty of hearing some sad news and forgetting to get it to Jean so she can act upon it and I'm probably not the only one that lets things slip, it seems I get worse about this flaw instead of better. I hope you are improving in big and small ways, it is important, so may God help us all!         
   The good news is that Dennis Joeckel is doing a little better, Jean Blanton was well enough to be back with us last night and that meant Rich could come as well,  Gene Sawyer continues to improve from hip surgery and many of us are well enough to make it or just hangin' in there!         
   We had one new performer last night, Rich Renner (a friend of Chuck Yates), he did a really good job, hope he comes back! We were privileged to have 4 of the Gough family perform for us last night. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Gough & son John, and his wife Jean Gough; it is the first time this family unit has performed for us! Another fun thing was I got to bring one cake from Eldon & I's 50th Wedding Anniversary to share with the folks. The real date was Feb. 14, but since I was very ill, our children  postponed the celebration until lately.           
   It can help us all so much, all year long, to find and express our thankfulness for the things for which we can be truly thankful. It takes the focus off all the negative things around us that we must see and hear about. I do have many things I can be thankful about, how about you?  If you don't, talk to me, I can help you look and find them.   Smile, Sylvia 
   

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November 16, 2008

  

Third Sunday      

Iola Chapter
Don Brooks    

  WHERE:  505 N Buckeye St,      
               Iola, KS 66749 		   WHEN:  1:00pm
   We had 6 players and around 15 in the audience. We had planned to elect officers, but didn't have enough present to do so. Also I learned today (11-21) that Harold Evans, our Vice President, had passed away and was buried today. He will be missed.      
   We seem to be losing more and more members. I hear that the Blue Mound chapter is thinking of dissolving. To be voted on in December. Iola would like to invite any BM members to transfer to our chapter if they would like to. Richard said he would like to see the older members that aren't able to make it to the meetings still be able to continue getting their Newsletters as Lifetime members. Don't know if we can carry that, but maybe we can work something out to where the Lifetime members pay us what we have to pay the State each year. ($3.)      
   I don't know if there is a limit to how many offices one person can hold. We have several of us holding 2 or more so please if you are an Iola member try to show up in December (or our next meeting, you'll get this after our December one) to vote, or get elected .   
   

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November 20, 2008

  

Third Thursday  

1st City Leavenworth Chapter
 Clara Lager                		  WHERE:  Heritage Center, 109 Delaware St, 
               Leavenworth, KS 66048		   WHEN:  5:00pm
   The 1st City Leavenworth Chapter met on November 20th.  This was our Thanksgiving meeting with 112 attendees.  27 were musicians with 19 members and 8 visitors.  We completed election of officers:  President - Sandra Sue Helm; Vice President - Betty Selbe; Secretary/Treasurer - Clara Lager; Emcee - Sandra Sue Helm and alternates Betty Selbe and Kathy Ramirez.  State Representatives remain the same:  Sam Dominguez and Don Floyd.    
   Gary and Maryann Marquardt and Bill and Dustin Hunt are recovering from illness and we were happy to welcome them.  A big Thank You to Jo Brennon for being our Kitchen Lead.  She pulled together a wonderful meal with the help of volunteers.  She and Sue Kroll, Clean-up Lead really were excellent in their duties.  Our volunteers are so helpful and greatly appreciated.  Hopefully we can find something that will interest each member so they can give of their talents.   
   December 18th we will have our Christmas program.  Please plan to join us and bring your young ones.  Happy Holidays!  
   

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November 21, 2008

  

Third Friday       

De Soto Chapter
Sandy Hale     		  WHERE:  32905 W 84th St,     
               De Soto, KS 66018		   WHEN:  5:00pm, Jam 3:00pm
Delpha Danner = Desoto's Thanksgiving meeting had an attendance count of 67 with 20 performers. Thanks to Member Steve Prudden of Steve's Meat Market, we had lots of delicious turkey and ham. Other members and guests provided mouth-watering side dishes. Several musicians kept us entertained during the jam session.    After dinner 14 chapter members elected Doug Danner President, Terry Runyan Vice President, Herman Wittenberg Treasurer, Suzanne Danner Secretary with Bonida (Bonnie) Thornton as her assistant, Leo Shaw MC, and Terry Runyan Assistant MC. Jesus Velasquez remains as State Board Representative and Darryl Danner as alternate. Leo announced that Santa Fe Trails will co-sponsor the 2010 Convention with Desoto. However, he did not entertain any discussion on the matter. Fund raising was mentioned, with a raffle planned for a number of items. 
   Vice President Terry Runyan led us in singing "Happy Anniversary" to Rocky and Betty Mason, and Rich Blanton sang "Look At Us" in tribute to their 52 years of marriage. We welcomed Jim Keeney back after a long absence. It was good to hear our usual members perform as well as visitors from First City Leavenworth and Spring Hill. We had a wonderfully appreciative audience as well.  
   A big thanks to all who donated time, money, and effort to make the evening a success.    We plan to start having raffles at the Dec. 19 meeting, so if you have items to donate, bring them. Also, come prepared to purchase raffle tickets and have some fun waiting for your number to be called. It is surprising how lucky a person can be, and the money all goes to help our chapter!
   
Flint Hills Chapter
Twila Pritz          
Joan Hoover, Asst, Sec. 		  WHERE:  313 W 4th Ave,       
               Emporia, KS 66801		   WHEN:  1:30pm
Joan Hoover Secretary = The November meeting of the Flint Hills Chapter was held on a beautiful, sunny fall day with the temperature in the 60's. We had a really good crowd with 46 attending and there were 18 musicians sharing their talents with us. There were guests from Herington, Topeka and Yates Center. We do enjoy having visitors here to share the fun with us. 
   President Maurice conducted a brief business meeting. He reported the funds in the checking account and also mentioned that there were several months when we did not meet our expenses. The rent on the hall will increase in January. We are still operating within our funds. He and Twila are planning to travel a lot in the coming year and so he declined to be president again. Wayne Stoll was elected president. Joan Hoover was elected to be secretary for the coming year. Bruce Hoover will be vice-president again. The meeting was adjourned so the music could be resumed. 
   Come and enjoy our music with us when you can. 
   

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