We had a great time Tuesday night celebrating Robin DeRock's year as president, and welcoming in Craig Reese as our new president starting on July 1. Of course Robin wore her tiara, and a banner that said, "I'm Out of Here".
After a time of socializing, guests were introduced. Members introduced their families, including spouses, fiancés, children, friends, and even Hank, our honorary service dog. Other special guests were also recognized. These included outgoing Assistant Governor Shanley Crane, incoming AG Mike Kintner, Wenatchee Confluence President Wendy Dalpez and husband JD, Tanya Hall (spouses of District 5040 Governor), Georgia Doyle (youth exchange student from district 5040), and Henry Hommedal and Hans Christian, two current District Governors from Norway who are friends of Wayne Massing (pictured at right).
The dinner spread included barbequed hamburger, brats, portabella mushroom, beans, salads, and ice cream bars. Thanks to Alan Walker for doing the grilling. Also thanks to Kathleen, Carol, and Shari Funston for set up and decorations.
Robin took the stage to introduce and thanked her officers and directors. Outgoing directors are Kathleen McNalty and Chris McDarment. Robin also recognized a few members for outstanding and/or unique service, and gave them a nice medal and bottle of wine. These were Dave Freimuth (best hugs), Alan Walker (networking Ninja), Mark VanHorne (best/worst jokes), Milt Herman (most calm and collected), Glenn King (Mr. IT), Wayne Steel (volunteers for every project), Carol Adamson (best cheerleader), Joel Bankin (youth exchange guru), and Kathleen McNalty (does it all).
Most calm Milt
Best volunteer Wayne S
Best hugger Dave
Networking Ninja Alan
Cheerleader Carol
Robin presented the Marky Award to Wayne Massing for his service this year, especially during the Road Apple Roulette. The Marky is in honor of past Sunrise member and president Mark Anderson, who moved to Nevada several years ago. Mark gave years of service to our club, and was instrumental in many fundraisers, projects, and fellowship events.
Kathleen gave a review of the year's accomplishments, and presented Robin with a Past-president pin, an honorary gavel plaque, a bouquet of flowers and thank-you gift from the club.
Over the year, Robin gave us lots of material to roast her with (fans and hot lashes, wine, costumes, colored hair, and colorful language to name a few). The POOPS (Past Order of Old Presidents) did a "To Tell the Truth" game show skit to point out some of Robin's quirky characteristics. Afterward, they had a short deliberation to discuss if they wanted to induct her into the POOPS, and found her to be acceptable (the vote was not recorded). Congratulations, Robin, for being accepted into this prestigious group.
Will the real Robin, please stand up?
Attending POOPS (minus Taro) after inducting Robin into the group.
Craig then took the stage to talk about the hopes he has for next year, and introduced his officers and directors. Our leadership team starting July 1 will be Craig (President), Rebecca Lyons (Pres-elect), Alan Walker (Sec), Earl Crowe (Treasure), second term directors Jim Adamson and Mark VanHorne, and first term directors Allie Schank and Kelly Walker.
Craig brought Fran, our YE student from Argentina, to the stage, and thanked her for her outstanding time with us (even at 7:00am). She was presented with certificates of completion for her successful year in youth exchange, and participation in RLYA training (Rotary Youth Leadership Award). She will be leaving in mid-July, so you still have tile to take her to coffee, lunch, sinner, and event, etc.
The evening ended with the raffle draw, which was worth about $750, and only 3 marbles in the bag. Wayne Massing's ticket was drawn, and he pulled the black marble. Wayne is deserving of this, as he buys tickets every week. The rest of us can try again next year.
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