Santa Lucia Branch #89 September 2011

Big SIR Report: By Bob Pendergrass A big thank you to Little SIR, Bruce Adams for running the meeting during my August absence. (Did you miss the free lunch, like me?) Trust some of you picked up the info sheets regarding the tours being offered by Active Seniors. I attended the SIR annual meeting August 1 in Vallejo. Here is a little information about our organization I want to pass along. There are over 18,700 active SIR members in branches from Bakersfield to the Oregon border. The largest branch is Mission Trail, Palo Alto with 392 members. There are 16 branches with over 200 members. Need to brag about our Branch 89 in 2 areas: 1) Luncheon attendance for us in the first 6 months of 2011 is 75% which ranks #16 in the state. 2) We are ranked #8 in the state with only a 2% (1 member) loss.WAY TO GO GUYS!!!! We will be having our 2nd annual BBQ at Toro Park on September 14, see you there.

Bowling: By Earl Fuller Name Jul 29 Aug 5 Aug 12 No-Tap Aug 19 Aug 26 Earl Fuller 149/426 149/427 284/817 152/438 194/521 Joe Venuti 118/302 123/342 258/678 133/351 Gary Crawford 159/411 145/363 247/703 175/439 155/418Ted Castillo 167/420 213/496 159/420Vic Lanini 142/384 John Garner 111/310 115/301 Charlie Lowe No-Tap scores are with handicap. All other scores are scratch.

Attendance Rules: Regular members missing meetings for three (3) consecutive months without notifying the Attendance Committee with a valid reason, or attending fewer than six (6) meetings over a twelve month period, may have their membership terminated following notification by

letter of unsatisfactory attendance. Certified attendance at another SIR Branch counts for the purpose of satisfying these rules.Can't make the meeting? Call Richard Bawcom 484-9098 or Norm Graulich 455-8043

Sons in Retirement is a non-profit public benefit organization devoted to the promotion of the independence and dignity of men in retirement.

Meeting: 12 Noon 2nd WednesdayExec. Board Meeting: 10am 2nd Wed.Salinas Elks Lodge, 614 Airport Blvd.

September Menu: BBQ at Toro Park

Golf: By Bob EarlName Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25Bruce Adams 78Gary Anderson Irv Bender 66 75Roger Bergam Jim Brown 77 78 66 85 84Hugh Campbell pff pffBob Earl 78 81 81 72Pete Flores 67 69 66 73Ken Gress 76 86 Ed Gularte 73Larry Huston Nate Johnson 80 80 84Vic Lanini 80 93Mike Madsen George McCrobie pff Bob Pendergrass 72 72 72John Romero Bob Romo 72 72 73Mike Shuttleworth 71 73 67 86 80Gene Tonus 73 70 81 81 76Cary Tremewan pff 64 74Jim Westphal 77 72 79 84 These are all net scores

October Speaker

AlertI have yet to receive a short biography from our scheduled October speaker. As soon as I get one, I will email an updated newsletter. Sorry

....Editor

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

BBQ RESERVATION FORMSeptember 14, Toro Park (Buckeye Area)

Clip and mail this form with $13.00 per person to: Ed Gularte, 240 San Benancio Rd., Salinas, CA 93908 Ph. 831-484-0240Reservations for___________BBQ Lunches Names:_________________________________________Please bring own plates and utensils. Women are encouraged to bring a dessert for everyone's enjoyment.

It's surprisingly easy to hole a 50-foot putt when you're lying 8.

2010 Officers: Committees & Chairs:Big SIR: Bob Pendergrass (831-229-0603) Attend./Membership: Norm GraulichLittle SIR: Bruce Adams (831-484-9432) Newsletter Editor: Bob Earl & Norm GraulichSec.: George McCrobie (831-757-7349) Bowling: Earl Fuller Asst. Sec.: Mike Evertson (831-484-1495) Golf: Bob EarlTreas.: Ed Gularte (831-484-0240) Historian: Adolph BrusaAsst. Treas.: Earl Fuller (831-443-5796) Music: Ray LizundiaDirectors: Plans/Arrangements: Mike MadsenCary Tremewan Sunshine: Ray LizundiaIrv Bender Telephone: Richard Bawcom Charles Lowe Chaplain: Frank BuckMike Madsen Speaker Chairman: Jim Westphal (663-2309)Mike Shuttlworth Photographer: Nate JohnsonBob Romo

State Officers: President...Robert Mannell (408-264-7121) Region 7 Director...Richard Kabanek (408-241-5639) Area 21 Govenor...Gary Pelton (408-251-6062)

Bob Earl SIR Br89 Editor1209 Parkside St.Salinas, CA 93906

Treasurer's Report: By Ed GularteBank balance Jul 1 = $2346.86Income: $727.00Expenses: $689.00Net Gain: $38.00Bank balance Jul 31 = $2384.86

Birthday Boys for September:Roger BergamJohan JongensChuck KarnowJose ValdezBirthday winner for August:Adolph Brusa

Sunshine News: Please call Ray Lizundia at 449-9547 of members illnesses.Bob Pendergrass had a recent successful "procedure" done to alleviate a fluttering of his heart. He assured me that he would soon be back on the golf course. Larry Huston has experienced a death in the family. No other details are available. Please keep these gentlemen in your thoughts.

*********************************************On August 15, 2011, the SIR Webpage will be updated to a new look. The internet address (URL) of the new webpage is the same as before (www.sirinc.org ).The SIR Webpage provides new or interested persons an introduction to SIR and access to some basic information about us. It is intended to attract potential new members and to provide a gateway to member information. The MEMBER INFORMATION can be located by using the "Branch Administrative Materials" button in the lower left corner of the new webpage. That link will take the user to all of our member information just like the old webpage did.Please take a look after August 15th and provide any feedback to the INFOSYS Committee Chairman, Dean Steichen at DJSTEICH@COMCAST.NET

Questions or Comments about this newsletter can be sent to rf.earl1941@yahoo.com

Today's Humor......... Sign Language

A lady about eight months pregnant got on a bus. She noticed the man opposite her was smiling at her. She immediately moved to another seat. This time the smile turned into a grin, so she moved again. The man seemed more amused. When on the fourth move, the man burst out laughing, she complained to the driver and he had the man arrested. The case came up in court. The judge asked the young man what he had to say for himself. The man replied. "Well your Honor, it was like this:When the lady got on the bus, I couldn't help but notice her condition. She sat down under a sign that said 'The Double Mint Twins are coming' and I grinned. Then she moved and sat under a sign that said 'Logan's Liniment will reduce the swelling' and I had to smile. Then she placed herself under a deodorant sign that said, 'William's Big Stick Did the Trick' and I could hardly contain myself. But, Your Honor, when she moved the fourth time and sat under a sign that said, 'Goodyear Rubber could have prevented this Accident!' ..... I just lost it."

Santa Lucia Branch #89 September 2011

Big SIR Report: By Bob Pendergrass A big thank you to Little SIR, Bruce Adams for running the meeting during my August absence. (Did you miss the free lunch, like me?) Trust some of you picked up the info sheets regarding the tours being offered by Active Seniors. I attended the SIR annual meeting August 1 in Vallejo. Here is a little information about our organization I want to pass along. There are over 18,700 active SIR members in branches from Bakersfield to the Oregon border. The largest branch is Mission Trail, Palo Alto with 392 members. There are 16 branches with over 200 members. Need to brag about our Branch 89 in 2 areas: 1) Luncheon attendance for us in the first 6 months of 2011 is 75% which ranks #16 in the state. 2) We are ranked #8 in the state with only a 2% (1 member) loss.WAY TO GO GUYS!!!! We will be having our 2nd annual BBQ at Toro Park on September 14, see you there.

Bowling: By Earl Fuller Name Jul 29 Aug 5 Aug 12 No-Tap Aug 19 Aug 26 Earl Fuller 149/426 149/427 284/817 152/438 194/521 Joe Venuti 118/302 123/342 258/678 133/351 Gary Crawford 159/411 145/363 247/703 175/439 155/418Ted Castillo 167/420 213/496 159/420Vic Lanini 142/384 John Garner 111/310 115/301 Charlie Lowe No-Tap scores are with handicap. All other scores are scratch.

Attendance Rules: Regular members missing meetings for three (3) consecutive months without notifying the Attendance Committee with a valid reason, or attending fewer than six (6) meetings over a twelve month period, may have their membership terminated following notification by

letter of unsatisfactory attendance. Certified attendance at another SIR Branch counts for the purpose of satisfying these rules.Can't make the meeting? Call Richard Bawcom 484-9098 or Norm Graulich 455-8043

Sons in Retirement is a non-profit public benefit organization devoted to the promotion of the independence and dignity of men in retirement.

Meeting: 12 Noon 2nd WednesdayExec. Board Meeting: 10am 2nd Wed.Salinas Elks Lodge, 614 Airport Blvd.

September Menu: BBQ at Toro Park

Golf: By Bob EarlName Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25Bruce Adams 78Gary Anderson Irv Bender 66 75Roger Bergam Jim Brown 77 78 66 85 84Hugh Campbell pff pffBob Earl 78 81 81 72Pete Flores 67 69 66 73Ken Gress 76 86 Ed Gularte 73Larry Huston Nate Johnson 80 80 84Vic Lanini 80 93Mike Madsen George McCrobie pff Bob Pendergrass 72 72 72John Romero Bob Romo 72 72 73Mike Shuttleworth 71 73 67 86 80Gene Tonus 73 70 81 81 76Cary Tremewan pff 64 74Jim Westphal 77 72 79 84 These are all net scores

October SpeakerMy name is Melanie Franke, PT, DPT. I am a Physical Therapist at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, located at the new Peninsula Wellness Center in Marina, CA. I completed my Master of Science in Physical Therapy at UW-La Crosse, graduating in 2005. I worked for a rural hospital in Wisconsin, as well as a large Mayo-affiliated hospital. I specialize in Vestibular dysfunctions (vertigo/dizziness and imbalance disorders) and attended Emory University in Atlanta to become Herdman-certified in Vestibular Rehabilitation in 2006. I decided to further my education and attained my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at St. Catherine University in Minneapolis, MN, in 2010. I moved to Monterey, CA, in January 2011. I work with patients across the lifespan with a variety of diagnoses, specializing in balance and vertigo/dizziness. In my free-time, I enjoy running and hiking, and exploring all California has to offer.

I was planning to talk about the importance of exercise for older adults. As we age, we tend to be less active, leading to muscle weakness, imbalance and bone demineralization (osteoporosis). Simple daily exercises, either at home or a fitness facility, can increase your strength, flexibility and prevent injuries from disuse or falls. Studies show that just 30min of exercise most days of the week, including gentle strength training, can improve overall health and reduce the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. Checking with your doctor is always important before beginning an exercise program, and discussing a referral to PT to address specific limitations or looking into a personal trainer for assistance is a safe way to begin your program to better health.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

BBQ RESERVATION FORMSeptember 14, Toro Park (Buckeye Area)

Clip and mail this form with $13.00 per person to: Ed Gularte, 240 San Benancio Rd., Salinas, CA 93908 Ph. 831-484-0240Reservations for___________BBQ Lunches Names:_________________________________________Please bring own plates and utensils. Women are encouraged to bring a dessert for everyone's enjoyment.

It's surprisingly easy to hole a 50-foot putt when you're lying 8.

UPDATE