Club notes - Feb. 12

Curry County Retired Educators

Our guest speaker Mr. Whitehurst has a rich history of community activism and involvement through the Lion's Club and the area gun club. During his presentation, we were given insight to the proposed trap/skeet/archery range at Ned Houk Park. This range would serve to provide a place for state-wide competitive enthusiasts to show their skills. The Fish and Game would provide one and a half to two million dollars to build this proposed range, which would be voice-controlled and automated. Having this range would boost Clovis' economy, provide a place for people to practice and compete, and aid members of ROTC, 4-H, and hunter education. He encouraged us to let our commissioners know if we are in favor of building this proposed site.

We invite all retired Curry County teachers to join us at K-Bob's at 11:30. Our next meeting will be March 7.

Peanut Valley Toastmasters

On Feb. 2, Peanut Valley Toastmasters held its weekly meeting from 7 p.m.–8 p.m. at the KENW Broadcast Center in Portales.

Club Secretary Jon Barr presented an interpretive reading of “Sideshow, and Other Stories” by Thomas Ligotti and Sergeant at Arms Kenny Welborn evaluated. Club President James Mamone won best table topics for his impromptu speech on the best thing that happened to him in high school.

Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. Meetings are held every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the KENW Broadcast Center in Portales. Guests are welcome.

Call Donna Labatt 575-799-3215 for more information.

Portales Woman’s Club

Portales Woman’s Club met Feb. 8. with President Cami Howl presiding. There were 21 members and two guests present.

The treasurer’s report was filed for audit, minutes were approved.

The president, assisted by Jacquelyn Houser, conducted the memorial service for Della Kobernick. A book is being presented to the Portales Public Library in her memory. Her husband, Ray Kobernick, was a special guest at the meeting.

Correspondence was read from the Hartley House and the New Mexico Christian Children’s Home for donations given by Portales Woman’s Club.

Author Kate Asbill from Artesia was the guest speaker and talked about aging gracefully, based on her book. The club will present books to one of the local elementary schools in her behalf.

Membership Chair June Ferguson initiated new member Rica Lee into the club.

A nominating committee, consisting of Borden, Ferguson, Chavez, Amber Hamilton and Caywood, was elected.

Children of the American Revolution

At the First Christina Church, the invitation to the 54th Conference was by State First Vice President Caitlyn Streseman and Senior State President Jessie Strauch-Steele. Invitations were sent to Zebulon Montgomery Pike of Albuquerque, Martha Washington of Silver City, Seven Caves of Clovis/Portales, Pajrarito of Los Alamos and Young Patriot Society of Farmington.

The Conference was called to order by NMSCAR Senior State President Jessie Strauch-Steele. The opening rituals were led by members of the society. Lt. Co. Robert Streseman was an honored guest.

Officers elected for the new term to start on April 21 were: President Samantha Streseman, Vice President Justin Hawkins, Chaplain NinaMarie K. Mead, Recording Secretary Dylan Hawkins, Organizing Secretary Ryan P. Wallace, Registrar Katelyn Hawkins, Treasurer Austin Hawkins, and Historian Caitlyn Streseman.

The new officers were sworn in by Caitlyn Streseman. Terms will begin following the NSCAR National Conference in April.