November, 2017

The regular business meeting of the Haddonfield 65 Club was held November 9, 2017. President Leimkuhler called the meeting to order at 1:30 PM. There were 20 members present.

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and the singing of God Bless America.

The secretary read the minutes from the last Business Meeting held on September 14, 2017. The minutes were approved as read.

David Tarditi gave the treasurer’s report and posted it on the bulletin board.

Henry thanked Bill Brown for an excellent wine and cheese party. Members agreed that we should again send a $100 donation to Grace Episcopal Church for the use of the room for the event.

Walt Baker suggested that members ask their wives to notify a club member if they become hospitalized. Occasionally, a member is in and out of the hospital before anyone in the club is aware. In such cases we don’t get a card sent from the club.

Al Schmidt reminded the members that the Evergreens invited us to come for a tour and lunch. It was suggested that this could be a car-pool trip for some Tuesday. We just need to set up a date.

Bill Brown reported that he has 67 signed up for the museum tour. We could have an unexpected $300 charge for the school bus if they need to bring a bus in from another district due to playoff schedules at the high school. In addition, since the trip price was set, the Pub changed their menu and increased the cost for lunch. It is likely that we will lose money on this trip.

George Spellmeyer provided members with an overview of his plan for teaching chess to kids. The Haddonfield school system has postponed his work with the elementary school until the construction is all complete, which could extend into May of next year. Consequently, George made arrangements with Kids Alley, which is associated with the Lutheran church. They bus in kids from the inner-city for after school programs and were delighted to have a new idea for their classes. George is delighted to have some volunteer help from the 65 Club. Volunteers do not need to be proficient in chess, only need to have an elementary knowledge of the game. It requires showing up at the proper location at 3:30pm. The exact location is still to be determined. Classes will start on Friday January 5^th.

Following the conclusion of business, Bill Brown auctioned off the leftover wine and cheese from the party. He raised approximately $60 to offset some of the party cost.

The meeting was adjourned to refreshments at 1:45 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Bernie Schaming, Secretary