February, 2023

 The regular business meeting was held in the 65 Club clubhouse on Thursday February 9, 2023.

President David Tarditi called the meeting to order at 1:30 PM.  There were twenty-three (23) members attending with an untold number on Zoom.

Dave Tarditi led The Pledge of Allegiance, led singing `My County Tis of Thee, and provided a prayer.

Minutes – Fred Willis

·       The minutes of the last Business Meeting, held on January 12. 2023, were read.  They were approved without changes.

·       The minutes of the last Board of Directors Meeting, held on February 1, 2023, were read. 

President’s Report –/David Tarditi

Mascot

·       The 65 Club new mascot, Tyrone the service dog, attended today’s meeting. He was brought by Chuck Kanupke. Ty’s major purpose is to attend events and attract nonmembers to begin a discussion with members about the club. Attracting new members is a continual concern and activity of the club. To attract more interest in the club, the club is trying to inform town residents more about the club.

Urban Promise

·       Dave is setting up a committee to study ways the club can assist Urban Promise. Several suggestions were made; however, some require training and a serious commitment. The club must not rush into this activity is the general consensus.

Treasurer’s Report – Hank Zaleski

·       Hank informed the members the income for January was about $800. Approximately ten (10) additional members paid their 2023 dues and about thirty (30) are still unpaid.

 

Speakers – Joe Galliera - 1st VP

·       Speakers are booked until the end of May

·       Next week the subject will be on the history of the Monitor and Merrimack battle in the Civil war.  The following week will be a college baseball umpire.

·       See the Newsletter for additional details on the speakers and subjects.

 

Membership – Chuck Kanupke – 2^nd VP

·       Chuck introduced new member Jack Cotter.

·       Several Meet and Greet events are being planned for the spring.

·       Chuck and other board members will meet with David Hunter of the Haddonfield Sun to discuss some methods to improve knowledge of the club throughout the borough.

Event Committee Reports

Trips/Events - Bill Brown

·       A trip to Spring Lake for a show on Broadway Shows is scheduled for April 4.  Transportation will be by carpool.  Sign up is now occurring.

·       Bill talked to several bus companies about cost for future trips.  The cost per person to use a bus range from $100 to $150 per person for a trip.

·       The Haddonfield Lions will have a Mystery tour on April 11 which will use a school bus. Depending upon demand, this may be open to 65 club members.  Cost will be $50 per person.  Check the website for possible sign up.

Friendship – Henry Leimkuhler

·       No report.

Bowling – John Biondi

·       No report

Bridge – Bernie Schaming

·       Bridge continues on Monday, this week eight (8) played

Pinochle – Tom Mervine

·       Pinochle continues on Wednesday, this week twelve (12) played

Golf – Dennis Kille

·       No report

Chess – Fred Willis

·       Chess will be available today.

Tai Chi- John Biondi

·       No report.

Old Business

·       Memories and Memorabilia – Presentations on Haddonfield Gas Station history are being presented at the Mable Kay House on Tuesday mornings.

New Business

·       The borough Fire Marshal inspected the clubhouse this week.  Batteries must be replaced on some signs and a Carbon Monoxide sensor must be installed. Bernie will handle these two actions.

Joke Master

Neal Wise and Dave Tarditi engaged in a spirited battle to tell the best joke.  Both lost.

President David Tarditi adjourned the meeting at 2:20 PM.

Respectfully Submitted

Fred Willis, Secretary