Thursday, March 23, 2006
March 16th Meeting
GUESTS: Cindy Tuttle, Director, Stokes Partnership for Children, Linda Wills, assistant
Debbie called meeting to order at 12:05 PM
OLD BUSINESS:
Dinner theater Saturday, March 25. Need to sell tickets, they will be available at Animal Hospital, Southern Community Bank and ABC store.
Debbie will check to see if we can put up sign at Fire Department advertising breakfast with Easter bunny.
Chuck Houska will attend meeting on March 23 to do orientation for new members.
Luncheon at South Eastern May 7. Nelson said 5 people would be required on Saturday from 1-3pm for preparation, need to decide how much we want to get done on Saturday.
Golf tournament. Larry is working on Ladies flight, Southern Community Bank will donate $2500 again this year.
Treasurer’s report - Another $25 has been received for Richard Vernon memorial fund. Total of $2726.42 in bank, $595 of which is for Richard Vernon.
Cindy Tuttle, Stokes Partnership for Children gave a very informative presentation .
They are looking for volunteers to help with Little Folks Festival, Saturday, May 8 at Walnut Cove Elementary School from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Monday, March 20, 2006
March 9th Meeting
GUESTS: Mary McKenzie, YMCA program coordinator
OLD BUSINESS:
Dinner theater March 25. So far 36 tickets have been sold and 10 to be picked up. Club will get $8 back from each ticket sold. Sallie reported we have $25 gift certificate from Fresh Market and Wal-Mart, $10 from Food Lion, waiting to hear from Whole Foods.
Pancake breakfast with Easter bunny April 15. Waiting to hear from Barry to see if we can use Fire Department kitchen, Candace will provide Easter Bunny.
Luncheon at South Eastern May 7, Nelson still waiting for return call to confirm arrangements.
Golf tournament - Nelson and Candace will do flyers. The golf committee will discuss if women can play and report back next meeting.
Citizen of the Year - Nelson has the forms. Sallie made motion that September 23 be date for dinner, seconded by David, passed unanimously. Forms to be in by July 2nd.
Treasurer reported that $550 has been received in memory of the Richard Vernon , and club’s contribution of $200 less flower arrangement cost, to be given to Library building fund.
Jerry Rothrock has program for next week, Cindy Tuttle, Stokes Partnership for Children.
March 2nd Meeting
Debbie called meeting to order at 12:10pm.
A total of $655 has been received in memory of Richard Vernon.
Dinner theatre March 25, menu set, need to check with Sallie whether it will be silver ware and china or paper plates and plastic.
April 15 - pancake breakfast with Easter Bunny, awaiting confirmation from Barry to use Fire Station. David said Events committee had discussed event, coupon will be put in Stokes News, buy one get one free. Story teller needed at library, Betty will check.
May 7 - Dinner at South Eastern all set, will be from 11am to 2pm. Rotary members will be there probably from 8am to 4pm and will be responsible for all the work, Fellowship committee will take care of it. Nelson to find out if we can get in there on Saturday to set up.
Golf tournament - Nelson confirmed $3000 would be platinum sponsor. List of sponsors from last year will be distributed at next meeting, each member to contact 5. Chairman will be Richard Pipes, co chair John Hodgkin, members Nelson, Candace. (After meeting Richard Pipes declined chairmanship)
Citizen of the Year - Candace is reworking form from last year. Nelson, chairman, Karen co-chair, Bonnie, Marianne.
Motion was made by Jim, seconded by Betty Jo that money donated to Richard Vernon memorial be given to Library building fund. Passed unanimously.
Calendar to be updated and distributed at next meeting.
There being no further business, David made motion to adjourn, seconded Betty Jo, meeting adjourned 12:45pm.
Marianne requested that she be placed on personal leave for unspecified length of time, will attend meeting when possible.
February 23rd Meeting
Candace called meeting to order at 12.10pm. John and Judy Hodgkin and Danny Pipes have attended three meetings and will be voted in at the next meeting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Sallie has delivered all the letters to potential donors of food or donations for the dinner theater, Wal-Mart is donating the meat, Harris Teeter, Whole Foods and Fresh Market will be contributing either gift certificates or food. Sallie said her company Sweetie Pies will be giving eight carrot cakes for desert.
Breakfast with the Easter bunny. Sallie met with Small Town Committee, breakfast will be served from 8am to 10 am at the Fire Station, the children will then go to the Walnut Cove library for activities while the eggs are hidden.
Nelson reported the golf tournament is June 10-11 at Hemlock A motion was made by Nelson that prizes be total of $3800, entry fee will be increased from $95 to $110 per golfer to cover prize money, seconded by David, passed unanimously. Robert stated that Masonic lodge has a golf tournament each year, he will talk with Arzell Montgomery to see how they do theirs.
Candace will bring flyer from last year next week.
NEW BUSINESS:
Jim proposed John and Judy Hodgkin be accepted as members of Walnut Cove Rotary Club, seconded by David, passed unanimously.
Treasurer’s Report $2323.98 in bank. $370 received from Richard Vernon memorial and $150 balance from club donation to go to charity.
Bank account at First Citizen closed out, need second signature at bank since Sherry resigned. Kathy made motion that Candace be second signature at bank, seconded by Sallie, passed unanimously.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
February 16th Meeting

Members present: 14
Guests: John Hodgkins, Danny Pipes
Debbie called meeting to order at 12:10pm.
Debbie reported she had spoken with Barry about using the Fire Department about using their facility for pancake suppers. He said the Fire Department would love to work with a non profit group.
Robin has been unable to make contact with school by phone. She will deliver packet of information by hand. Debbie said Linda Hicks, a substitute teacher will contact someone at the school.
Menu for dinner theatre March 25. Robin reported almost everything will be donated.
Debbie distributed a calendar for the month of March.
Golf tournament, Hemlock Golf course charge $24 for carts, if we have 100 entries they would charge us $20. Tim Snyder will check with Stonewall to compare prices and report next week.
Debbie read letter from King club asking if we would be interested in partnering with them in the Rotary Youth Leadership program.
Charter member Richard Vernon passed away on Wednesday. Marion made motion that club donate $200 to whatever was requested by family, seconded by Wayne, passed unanimously.
There was discussion about how often and when members wanted a program. It was decided that the club have program once a month on the third Thursday of the month. Jim will go ahead and make up schedule.
Debbie mentioned Walnut Cove has nowhere for children to play. It had been suggested at Town meeting that London Elementary tennis courts could be used a skate park or other recreation and would Rotary be interested in helping to fix it up. Jim said we need more details before we can make a decision as an organization.
Debbie said the sign on 311 needs to be cleaned up again.
Richard Pipes was installed as member of Walnut Cove Rotary Club.
February 2nd Meeting
Debbie called meeting to order at 12:05pm
Richard Pipes has attended three consecutive meetings. Nelson made a motion that he be accepted as member of Walnut Cove Rotary Club, seconded by David, passed unanimously. He will receive his pin at the next meeting.
Rotaract - Robin reported that Ms. Whitaker is no longer in charge of the BETA club, the new person is Katie Burford. Robin has tried to contact her and will continue to do so.
Debbie reported there are still tickets left for the Dinner Theatre plays March 24 and 25 , club needs to try and sell them.
Chuck Houska will attend the meeting February 16 to do orientation for new members.
April 15 is Easter egg hunt, we will be working with the Town to hide eggs at 11 am and more eggs will be needed this year.
District Conference is April 20-23 at Myrtle Beach Marriott. Debbie suggested that club pay for registration for President and President-Elect since it is expected that they attend. Nelson made motion to pay registration, seconded by David, passed unanimously. In future we will have pancake supper specifically to raise money for registration fees for officers who are expected to attend various conferences.
Surry County update, Debbie will report next week. Sunday luncheon May 7- Nelson received call from Martha at South Eastern, the charge for her services is $12 an hour. Jim said we pay for the use of the building and person to be there. We buy food which is cooked at school, we can either do deserts or she will make sheet cakes. Martha will need to know how many meats we plan on serving. Fellowship committee will decide what we are having. Robin will call committee to decide and report back with ideas next week.
Nelson is still trying to get together with Hemlock Golf Club to get dates for golf tournament. Bonnie mentioned Stonewall Golf course where Food Lion had a very successful fund raiser as an alternative if Hemlock doesn’t work out.
Debbie showed members the plaque made for Sherry in appreciation for her work as President. Also a plate to go on bulletin board club presented to Town.
Committees:
Promotional Committee: Richard Pipes, Karen Hicks
Membership Committee: Karen Hicks, Nelson Smith, Bonnie Snyder
Fellowship Committee: Sallie Brown, Betty Jo Burroughs, Robin Heder, Julie Ettenborough.
Fund Raising Committee: Marion Tilley, Candace Harden, Wendell Dodson, Wayne Smart.
Foundation Committee: Debbie Cowan
Program Committee: Jim Harris
Scholarship Committee: Betty Smith, Sallie Brown, James Dalton
Debbie will have answer next meeting re using Fire Department for pancake suppers.
Grill for Rotary picnics to be stored at Mesco Forming.
Marion made special mention of the excellent food provided by Sweetie Pies for Frances DeHart funeral.
Monday, February 06, 2006
January 26th Meeting
Guests: Chuck Houska, Assistant District Governor; Richard Pipes, Danny Pipes, and Bryan Smith, Josh Leonard, John Schultheiss, from ACE Home.
Debbie called meeting to order at 12 Noon. She distributed a copy of a letter she had written to Phil Morris, District Governor.
Nelson confirmed the date of Sunday, May 7 for Sunday luncheon at South Eastern. Golf tournament at Hemlock Golf Course, June 10 and 11, 2006.
Sally reported on menu for Dinner Theatre, March 25, we will not be doing spaghetti. Donations have been promised by Wal-Mart, Food Lion, Fresh Market, have not heard back from Ingles or Bonnie Snyder.
Robin has not received call back from Mrs. Richardson at South Eastern regarding school getting involved in Rotaract, will try again. Betty down loaded information to copy.
Sandy Jarvis from Surrey County is interested in doing project with Walnut Cove Rotary.
On a sad note, Frances DeHart passed away Wednesday morning, she was a long time member and a Paul Harris Fellow. Her husband was a charter member of the Walnut Cove Rotary club. Memorial service to be held Saturday at 11 am. A motion was made by Marion to provide $100 food and $100 donation to First Baptist Building Fund, seconded by Jim, passed unanimously. Sallie will provide food from Sweetie Pies Catering Service.
This is third visit for Richard Pipes, he will be installed as member when he returns from cruise, Thursday, February 9, 2006.
Debbie read Thank You note from Betty Smith for donation given to library fund in memory of her mother.
A very informative program given by John Schultheiss, ACE Home followed on the subject of identity theft. Robin was the winner of the home paper shredder.
There being no further business Betty Jo made motion to adjourn, seconded by David, meeting adjourned at 12:55pm
January 19th Meeting
Guest: Richard Pipes, Jack Gardin, Town Manager
Sherry called meeting to order at 12.10pm and read letter of resignation from Rotary.
Debbie, who is President Elect, assumed the role of President for the remainder of the year.
Richard Pipes was welcomed back for the second time. He expressed the wish to join Rotary, and will be voted in after his third consecutive meeting.
There was discussion about not getting things done, our goal was to become a gold club member this year. We need to work on finding an international project. A committee of 3 people is planned to work on this, also contact with schools has not been successful, there is funding available for Rotaract. Betty Smith will download information.
Fellowship committee to work on menu for dinner theatre.
Jim mentioned the Sunday buffet lunch, tentative date May 7. Nelson has not received call back from school yet.
Program next Thursday on identity theft and fraud. Encourage everyone to attend.
Jack Gardin, Walnut Cove Town Manager read information on the Revitalization Small Town project and the North Carolina Small Town Economic Prosperity program which is an extension of the Small Town program. The Town needs letters from organizations showing support for these programs. There are training scholarships for leaders. He encouraged members to attend meeting this evening. Debbie made a motion we prepare a letter of recommendation to the Town of Walnut Cove to be sent tothe State of North Carolina, seconded by Betty, passed unanimously.
There being no further business, Sally made motion to adjourn, seconded by Karen. Meeting adjourned 12.40pm.
January 12th Meeting
Guest: Richard Pipes
Sherry called meeting to order at 12:10pm
Sherry reported that the pancake supper just covered expenses. David Chaney provided the entertainment which was enjoyed by all. Debbie will contact fire department to see if we can use their facility for the next one.
A reminder about Dinner Theatre, Saturday, March 25.
Members were reminded that semi-annual dues are now due.
We need to come up with some fund raisers. A Sunday buffet lunch was suggested, possibly at South Eastern. Would need to pre-sell tickets. Tentative date May 7. A motion was made by Debbie to do buffet lunch, seconded by David, passed unanimously. Nelson will contact school to see if we can hold it there. He felt that we did not advertise enough or early enough for the pancake supper.
Attendance at meetings has dropped. Nelson made a motion if members miss three meetings in a row without reason or contact, a letter should be sent. If the fourth meeting is missed after getting letter, Board accepts resignation, seconded by Debbie, passed unanimously. Members need to use buddy system to contact members prior to meetings. Jim said we should be looking at quality, not quantity as we did two years ago.
Julie introduced guest Richard Pipes who has just moved to Walnut Cove from Pisgah National Forest, he has family in the area. It is hoped that Richard will visit us again with a view to membership.
There being no further business, Debbie made a motion to adjourn, seconded by David. Meeting adjourned 12:45pm.
January 12th Meeting
Guest: Richard Pipes
Sherry called meeting to order at 12:10pm
Sherry reported that the pancake supper just covered expenses. David Chaney provided the entertainment which was enjoyed by all. Debbie will contact fire department to see if we can use their facility for the next one.
A reminder about Dinner Theatre, Saturday, March 25.
Members were reminded that semi-annual dues are now due.
We need to come up with some fund raisers. A Sunday buffet lunch was suggested, possibly at South Eastern. Would need to pre-sell tickets. Tentative date May 7. A motion was made by Debbie to do buffet lunch, seconded by David, passed unanimously. Nelson will contact school to see if we can hold it there. He felt that we did not advertise enough or early enough for the pancake supper.
Attendance at meetings has dropped. Nelson made a motion if members miss three meetings in a row without reason or contact, a letter should be sent. If the fourth meeting is missed after getting letter, Board accepts resignation, seconded by Debbie, passed unanimously. Members need to use buddy system to contact members prior to meetings. Jim said we should be looking at quality, not quantity as we did two years ago.
Julie introduced guest Richard Pipes who has just moved to Walnut Cove from Pisgah National Forest, he has family in the area. It is hoped that Richard will visit us again with a view to membership.
There being no further business, Debbie made a motion to adjourn, seconded by David. Meeting adjourned 12:45pm.
Thursday, January 05, 2006
PANCAKE DINNER SAT JAN 7th 5-8PM
December 28th Meeting
MEMBERS PRESENT: 9
GUESTS: Renee Blanks, new employee at YMCA
OLD/NEW BUSINESS:
Pancake supper Saturday, January 7 from 5pm to 8pm at First Christian Church. $6 adults, $3 children age 10 and under.
Rotary Against Drugs speech contest. Sherry reported that the principle of the South Stokes High School has been unable to get any interest from students.
Interact - still trying to get some response from school.
Citizen of the Year. Sherry will appoint three people to be on committee.
Winner of 50-50 raffle - Don Messer $800. Total funds to date $2466.57. $500 donated to East Stokes Outreach Ministry.
Pete Shattuck introduced Renee Blanks who is now at YMCA in Danbury. She has worked five years in child care and basketball league. Pete said the YMCA in Danbury is hosting Weight Watchers on Tuesday evenings. They now have exercise equipment. An open house will be scheduled.
Nelson mentioned scheduling future programs, recruiting. He has handouts for prospective new members.
Wednesday, December 28, 2005
December 8th Meeting
OLD/NEW BUSINESS:
The program scheduled, Jeff Hixon, Mountain Rescue was postponed.
Ticket sales for the 50-50 raffle to date - $1135. Tickets will be sold
right up to drawing on December 10.
Christmas dinner December 13, 7pm at Betty Jo’s. Covered dish. This will be instead of regular meeting.
Next meeting will be Thursday, December 29, 2005.
There being no further business, motion was made by Debbie to adjourn, seconded by Karen.
November 10th Meeting
OLD/NEW BUSINESS:
Guest: Eddie McGee, Director, Stokes County Arts Council
Sherry called meeting to order m and congratulated Debbie Cowan on being elected Walnut Cove Town Commissioner and new member Karen Hicks on her marriage.
Robin has contacted teacher at South Eastern school who is interested in Interact. Debbie to down load information.
Members are to look for prospective new Rotary members.
New member Karen will buddy with Kathy and Jim will buddy with David.
Sherry introduced Eddie McGee who spoke about Visual and Performing Arts in Stokes County. They have contributed $8,000 to schools, libraries, Assisted Living, Senior Center, three middle schools. They provide summer reading programs at libraries, puppet shows, African/American dance, scholarships to students interested in Arts.
Eddie spoke of plans for dinner theatres scheduled January through April, with professional actors. Two have been scheduled in Walnut Cove at the Senior Center, Jackie Robinson “A Game Apart” with Mike Wiley on Friday, March 24 and “A Noble Journey” Saturday, March 25. He asked if Rotary would be interested in getting involved with catering the event. Tickets are $20, the proceeds will go to Arts Council and Senior Center. Sherry said it would be discussed at next meeting and he would be advised of outcome.
There being no further business the meeting adjourned
November 3rd Meeting
OLD/NEW BUSINESS:
Sherry has delivered check for $500 to Outreach Ministries. Someone from the Ministry will come talk to club at a later date.
Debbie thanked everyone for helping on Monday. The event went extremely well, over 1,000 children attended.
Eddie McGee, Director of Stokes County Arts council will give a program next week on the upcoming dinner theatre.
Members should try to get some teachers interested in Interact. It is something we need to get involved in.
Club needs to raise funds. Jeff Martin, Past President of Madison/Mayodan Rotary club just finished with golf tournament, they made $6,000. He will come to talk to the club about it and shot gun raffle, they made $2500.
Pancake breakfast will be changed to a Saturday. Will wait until January when we can use Fire Department. Marianne suggested doing Sunday night suppers.
Debbie noted we are missing some members, need to be contacted.
Next Thursday, Fund Raiser, Membership Committee and Board meeting will take place.
Treasurer’s report : $1,416.00.
Thursday, November 03, 2005
October 27th Meeting
MEMBERS PRESENT: 15
GUESTS: Brenda Hall, Karen Mabe
NEW BUSINESS:
Debbie reminded members that help was needed to decorate Fowler Park at Noon on Monday, October 31. The Halloween party for children will be from 5pm to 8pm. The library will be running bingo and there will be a storyteller at 6pm.
Sherry reminded everyone of the Foundation Banquet on Thursday, November 3rd at High Point Country Club. Tickets are $30 each.
The pancake dinner has been postponed until a place can be found to hold it.
Raffle tickets are now available for split the pot.
Candace said the Salvation Army check for $1,000 has not been picked up. The Outreach Mission is very short of food, could we table it and give to Mission. It was the consensus that the Salvation Army is much richer that the East Stokes Ministries. Debbie made a motion that we give $500 to Outreach Ministries now and then give $100 per month until we get some more funds. Seconded by Betty, carried unanimously.
A member of the Lexington Rotary Club who has experience with international projects will be invited to come and talk to club.
OLD BUSINESS:
Betty gave update on library extension project. Bids were higher than budgeted, the low bidder Whishon Carter at $628,000 has been given permission to go ahead. $200,000 more will be needed. We will do a fund raiser in the spring.
Karen Mabe, sponsored by Nelson Smith has attended four meetings, a motion was made by Jim, seconded by Debbie to install Karen as a new member. Sherry officially installed her and welcomed her to Walnut Cove Rotary Club.
Treasurer’s Report. Balance $1,988.00, $1,000 check held for Salvation Army.%
Monday, October 24, 2005
October 20th Meeting
Pancake Dinner was postponed to a later date to be determined at next weeks meeting. Talked about moving it to a Saturday evening instead of a Sunday so we canuse one of the churches.
Raffle Tickets for 50/50 Raflle will be ready to give out at next week's meeting.
Discussed doing a project in the Spring to help raise money for the Walnut Cove Library.
Discussed the dire need for food and money at the Missionin Walnut Cove. Motion was made to see if we can delay or recind previous motion to donate $1,000 to Salvation Army due to the desperate need for food and money here in our own backyard. We need to find out more information on doing this and will discuss at next meeting.
Monday, October 17, 2005
October 13th Meeting
GUESTS:
Karen Mabe, Walnut Cove Assisted Living, Jack Gardin, Walnut Cove Town Manager.
Candace called meeting to order at 12:10pm.
Candace welcomed Karen back.
OLD BUSINESS:
There will not be a food drive on Saturday, it was agreed to donate $25 a month to the Outreach Ministry starting in November.
NEW BUSINESS:
Jack Gardin said Walnut Cove and Mocksville have been selected by Rural Planning to participate in a walkability study to take a look at how user friendly our community is. The Senior Center is heading the activity. Volunteers are needed to walk streets and note any problems. First planning meeting 1pm Thursday, October 27 at Senior Center. 35-40 people are needed.
The second meeting of the Small Town Main Street program is scheduled for Thursday, October 20 at 7pm at the Senior Center. This meeting will be dividing people into committees.
Events Committee - Halloween. The Fire Department is working with the Events Committee for events in Fowler Park. Candy will be given out, pumpkin carving and various other activities. Volunteers are needed from 5.30pm to 8pm.
October 6th Meeting
GUESTS:
Chuck Houska, Assistant District Governor, Karen Mabe, Walnut Cove Assisted Living, Lee Morrison, Sports Instructor, YMCA.
OLD BUSINESS:
October 30 is date for pancake supper, it will be from 5-7pm at Fire Department. David Chaney will be singing.
Fund raising. Candace said we will be doing a 50-50 raffle instead of TV. Raffle will be drawn after the Christmas parade on December 10.
Salvation Army have not picked up check for $1,000. Nelson mentioned folks on Summit Street that lost home because of fire. We will find out what they need in way of clothes, etc.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chuck spoke about GSE team from Taiwan visiting next year. Our district will entertain them at the District Conference, no-one in the district will be hosting any of them.
Nelson distributed cards to be given out to potential new Rotary members.
Debbie said someone is needed to find a teacher who would be willing to help with Rotoract, explain what Rotary is, doing things in the community. They choose a project they would like to do and we help them with the program. Jim said we needed full support of Administration. Jerrod asked if they would allow someone to go and talk to the faculty about program. Chuck said if teachers get involved in Rotary, there is an opportunity for an exchange group with other countries.
Walnut Cove has asked Events Committee to do Halloween for children at Fowler Park from 5.30 to 8pm. Debbie is organizing various activities. Volunteers are needed for Monday, October 31 to meet at park at 12.30pm to put up lights etc. and for the evening to help with the activities. Wendell and Marian will help at lunch time and Jerrod will have three volunteers for the evening.


