CIVITAN BUILDER Vol. 54, No. 26, April 26, 2002
TODAY'S PROGRAM:
We welcome O.K. Gaskion. Mr. Gaskion will be speaking to us about "Released Time" (a way of getting the Bible back in schools. John Rickert is introducing Mr. Gaskion today.
TODAY'S GREETERS: Bill Brown and Frank Gooch
MEMBER CELEBRATIONS:
George Drummond - Birthday, May 2
April 19 Program: Stewart Ellison, the Regional Sales Manager for the SC Education Lottery explained the process steps that were taken in setting up the lottery in SC. Ed Griffith shared that the "Civitan at the Helm" program is a fund-raising opportunity for the Civitan International Research Center. Civitan International Foundation has made a one-million dollar commitment to the Center.
GREETING US ON May 3: Scott Brown and Phyllis McBride
WE ARE ALWAYS GRATEFUL FOR OUR GUESTS, WE HOPE YOU'LL VISIT OFTEN:
Terri Petty, Guest of Jim Seeley
Ricky Snyder, Guest of Peter Fenn
Richard Easley, Associate Member
Amy Lookabill, Daughter and Guest of Cheri Thornberg
A THOUGHT TO CARRY WITH YOU:
Every human being is intended to have a character of his or her own; to be what no other is and to do what no other can do.
William Channing
CIVITAN OF THE WEEK: Kim F. Whisnant
Our Civitan of the Week is employed with Personnel Solutions. Kim is married to Greg Whisnant, Jr. Kim and Greg are the 'servants' of a dog, "Scratch" and two cats, "Gracie" and "Alex". Kim enjoys reading, shopping, traveling and spending time with her family. Kim envisions Spartanburg as a peaceful and prosperous community within a Country that works, plays, and most importantly, prays together. Although Kim is a very new member to our Club, she is actively involved in supporting our events and programs. We are very fortunate to have Kim as a member--we will all gain energy from her vivacious spirit and her cheerful demeanor.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE:
(The times listed are the times to be at Twichell.)
April 28, Sunday - Palmetto Youth Concert - 3 pm
May 11, Saturday - Ballet - Converse Performance - 6:30 pm
May 24, Friday - Converse College Baccalaureate - 4 pm
May 25, Saturday - Converse College Commencement - 8 am
June 1, Saturday - SPEBSQSA - 7 pm
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
May 4 - Civitan Spring Fling Sprint
May 11, Saturday - District Meeting, Columbia
May 21 - Spartanburg Civitan Golf Tournament at Three Pines
SPONSORSHIPS, PRIZES AND VOLUNTEERS:
Don't forget our important events coming up soon; the Civitan Golf Tournament and the Civitan Spring Fling Sprint. Let's support John Polydorou by providing prizes for tournament players, volunteering for the event, and securing sponsorships. Lot's of volunteers are needed for the 'Sprint'. Sponsorships are being secured, but more are welcome.
Next Meeting - May 3, 2002
Sue Whisnant will be speaking to us about Diabetes. Sue with the Diabetic Education department of Mary Black Hospital.