Photo by Bob Anderson West Alajuela, Costa Rica Hospital Art donation by our Club Friendship Force of Big Canoe/North Georgia November 2015 Newsletter Explore Understand Serve http://ffbcng.org Upcoming Events Nov. 15: Monthly Meeting, Provino s Restaurant, 4 pm, 1610 Market Place Blvd., Cumming GA 30041. Attending an FFI international conference Dec. 6: Christmas Party, Canton, Wileman/Hunsberger home Jan. 17, 2016 Monthly Meeting, Windermere, Cumming, Traveling in France Sept. 2016 FFI International Conference in Marrakesh, Morocco Be Sure to Mark Your Calendars! President s Letter Whew! We just finished the Lake Hartwell/Atlanta Exchange coupled with the 30 th Anniversary Community Dinner and, despite the rain; it was a biased, unqualified success. The goal of the exchange was for our local Georgia club members to get to know one another and open up opportunities for travel not just with our Club but also with Lake Hartwell and Atlanta, and vice-versa. Almost every
member that was able, contributed in some or more than one way planning and invitations, food prep/ordering, door prizes, slide show/photos, publicity, dinner menu, decorations, home/day/dinner hosting, etc. Of special mention is the great support I received from Linda Kadechuck and Marie Williams; on behalf of our Club I publicly thank them again and again for overseeing arrangements for the exchange and the reception/dinner! The November meeting will be held on November 15 th (Ooh, that soon? I had better mark the calendar!) starting at 4:00pm at Provinos in Cumming. We will have a short business meeting with nominations for new officers (better be there or you might be nominated from the floor!), updates on plans for 2016 Incoming and Outgoing exchanges, 2017 international travel request, plans for Christmas party, and anything else I forgot to mention! Next International FFI Conference is in Marrakesh, Morocco in September 2016 how close to France, Huw? Important: to get the private Library Room at Provinos we need a minimum of 30. Please RSVP by phone (706 268-1072) or email (jpswaldrop@tds.net). Also you mature members of the Club, let Jeannette know if you have past experiences with going to an FFI International Conference and are willing to share your observations. Congratulations to our relatively new members Tony and Susan Hicks who had a great experience hosting this past week. And Tarby and Vivian Bryant are brand new members who officially joined us at the Community Dinner! I think we made a good impression at the event and may pick up a few more members from the Big Canoe community. As was briefly mentioned in the Newsletter last month, we lost a long-time member and friend of our Club in Frank Garner. Frank passed while many of us were in Costa Rica on an exchange last month but June Tredway said it was a well-attended service. The Garners had many friends and traveled widely with both our Club and the Atlanta Club. Even though Frank was wheelchair-bound in his later years, he and his Bobbie were always available to volunteer for a Welcome Reception. If you have not already done so, please consider an online donation in Frank s name to the Hospital Art project at this web link (http://www.hospitalart.org/index.php/dona te-now.html ) or the Big Canoe Chapel in care of the Missions at http://www.bigcanoechapel.org/giving/fina ncial-gifts/. Here is a hurry up and get well wish that goes out to both Jim and Jean Goggins who were recently in a car accident they are recuperating at home and hopefully will be able to join us at the November meeting. Attached with the Newsletter is a 2016 Membership Renewal form; please complete and bring to the November meeting or Christmas Party if you can. Membership still $20 per person or $40 for couples/family! No inflationary increases here We are starting the busy time of the year with a lot of holidays, parties, family and travel. I hope you can join us at the November meeting. If not, be sure to read the Newsletter and see what you missed! As always, I thank you for your help and continued support!
In Friendship, Indiana Bob Minutes of Meeting There was no Meeting in October; thus, no Minutes. The Nominating Committee, Ches Tredway, Chair, presents the following slate of officers: President: Linda Kadechuk 1 st Vice President/President-Elect: Alan Johnson 2 nd Vice President: Jeannette Waldrop Secretary: Charlene Terrell Treasurer: Robert Logan 2015 Incoming Exchange In fact, it is incredibly touching to me that my last official club to visit with in my tenure with FFI is the Friendship Force of Big Canoe. I will always be grateful. I do hope that our paths cross again at some point - my goal is to stay involved with FF in a different way but still contribute as I can. I'll share a forwarding address at some point soon in the next two weeks as my last day will be next Friday but I have a special assignment to complete through about November 19th here. My best wishes and extreme appreciation to you both. In friendship, always, Joy 2016 Outgoing Exchanges Sacramento, May 2016 Barry Kadechuk, ED Biarritz, France, Sept. 2016 Huw Williams, ED 2016 Incoming Exchange East Netherlands, April 2016 Robert Logan, ED 2017 Outgoing Exchange Portland, OR 2017 Incoming Exchanges Portland, OR Biarritz, France Photograph by Ray Bowyer From FFI President Joy DiBenedetto: Dear Bob and Peggy Thank you both so much for such a wonderful celebration last night for Friendship Force of Big Canoe...and for your kindness in inviting me to be a part of it. It means so very much to me. Activities Proposed for 2015 November 15 th Attending an International Conference with FF - Provino s Restaurant in Cumming (Jeannette) December 6th Christmas Party in Canton at Sherry Wileman & Dan Hunsberger s home.
January 17 th, 2016 Traveling in France Huw & Marie Williams Windermere Club House, Cumming All meetings unless otherwise indicated are: Meet & Greet (4:00-4:30); Meeting (4:30); Dinner (5:30) Membership News Please share your anniversary/life events by sending a notice to the editor for inclusion in the Newsletter. NEW CELL PHONE # 706.299.6232 Please update! For Tony Hicks Delete land line phone # on Sherry Wileman Add email address for Tarby/Vivian Bryant (new members) vividalton@yahoo.com New Members Tarby and Vivian Bryant are our newest members, joining Wednesday at the Community Dinner celebration Welcome! We look forward to getting to know you. Sorry to hear Nancy Davis is undergoing treatment - 375 Starcross Lane #20042, Jasper 30143 Jobeth Yarbrough is not being treated 10836 Big Canoe, Big Canoe, GA 30143 The Goggins are at home recuperating from an accident 6430 Stream Side Court, Cumming, GA 30041 Obituary for Frank Garner Frank Garner passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015 with his loving and devoted wife, Barbara Porter Garner at his side. Frank was born in Bennettsville, SC on June 6, 1928, the son of Rev. and Mrs. James Samuel Garner. He was an Eagle Scout. Frank graduated from Plant City High in 1945, and earned a Bachelor s degree in Economics and English from Presbyterian College and later, a Master s in Accounting and a JD from the University of South Carolina. He served in the United States Army from 1949-1953 in the infantry and finance corps. He later earned a PhD in Accounting from Georgia State University. He worked as a CPA for Haskins and Sells for many years. His love of education drew him to the teaching of accounting, tax and business law at Georgia State, Emory and Kennesaw State Universities. He was chosen Accounting Educator of the Year by the Georgia Society of CPAs in 1985. He was a member of many professional and honorary societies including Beta Alpha Psi, Phi Kappa Phi and Blue Key. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, serving as a Deacon and Elder. As a member of Big Canoe Chapel, he served on the Board of Trustees. He served on many Big Canoe committees, and was President of the HOA. His and wife Bobbie s love of travel was well known in our Club. He was preceded in death by son Richard and daughter Barbara. His wife Barbara, son Steve and family, and daughters Jane Ann Jarvis and Allison Rollins and families survive. Condolences may be sent to Bobbie at 1800 Clairmont Lake #109, Decatur, GA 30033. Memorials may be given in Frank s memory to Big Canoe Chapel for Missions or the Foundation for Hospital Art. Happy Birthday! Ches Tredway (Nov. 12) Cecil Schneider (Nov. 14) Barb Henry (Nov. 24) Carol McCann (Dec. 7) Tom Ficht (Dec. 8) Jobeth Yarbrough (Dec. 12)
Lorraine Mullins (Dec. 14) Barry Kadechuk (Dec. 15) Dan Hunsberger (Dec. 24) Irene Barker (Dec. 31) From Tom Laggy, Friendship Force International SE Regional Rep. A pair of dynamic EDs has put together an excellent itinerary for Sarasota s international outbound to Greater Taipei, Taiwan and two week tour/cruise to China April 7-27, 2016. We have 3 ambassador slots left and invite members of other North American FF clubs to join us. Gate 1 Travel will be releasing unfilled slots and opening them to non-ff members soon. Would you please send the flyer and attached pdfs about the exchange and related travel to the presidents and newsletter editors of your region. Take a peek when you forward it, and you will see the amount of detail and work put into this exchange. It will be great, and we would love to have you with us. Judi Stratton FFI Florida Field Rep FF of Sarasota email: jaspetite@comcast.net phone/fax: 941 497-5684 cell: 941 266-8617 mail: 608 Oxford Drive Venice FL 34293 (Editor s Note: I have the flyer and PDFs if you need them. The dates would conflict with our Incoming East Netherlands Exchange.) Friendship Force International News FFI World Conference 2016: Marrakesh, Morocco, September 16-19 (arrival and registration on Sep 15) Join us for our very first FFI World Conference in Africa! - We ve extended the conference allowing more time with friends and more opportunities to explore beautiful Marrakesh - Centrally-located accommodations at the Kenzi Farah hotel with its cooling pools and traditional hammam, nestled in 3 hectares of lush palm groves - Meet FFI s new President and CEO, Jeremi Snook, at his inaugural conference - Learn what other clubs are doing with Friendship Force global club updates - Expand your Friendship Force knowledge in a variety of workshops, interactive presentations and leadership training - Exchange ideas with friends from around the world to build a bright future - Enjoy delightful music and dance performances, representing the different regions and traditions of Morocco - Learn to cook a traditional tagine or how to make argan oil - Try a morning belly-dancing class - Some workshops, breaks and meals outside under the palm trees (weather permitting) - A sumptuous Moroccan feast in the 11th century Medina on our optional evening out - Travel the world all in one night at our World Bazaar, under the stars in the hotel gardens - Optional half day tours include navigating the maze of souks and the lively Medina, horse drawn carriage rides through Marrakesh s impressive gardens, watching the sunrise from a hot-air balloon, a historical journey through the old city and her monuments, 18 holes for the golf enthusiast, riding a mule up to a stunning perched lunch spot in the Atlas mountains, and - for the adventurous - a chance to zipline across a 700 foot gorge! - FFI s traditional World of Friends gala banquet - High-profile keynote speaker: Muslim Women in a Changing and Emerging Morocco - Join an exciting pre- and/or postconference tour around Morocco - Participate in a post-conference homestay tour program courtesy of The Friendship Force in Morocco *Further details and registration in December
Officers President Bob Anderson 706-579-1708 bobanderson48@windstream.net First Vice President Linda Kadechuk 706-268-1149 blkade1@yahoo.com Second Vice President June Tredway 706-268-1714 tredway@tds.net Secretary Charlene Terrell 706-579-2400 charlene.terrell@windstream.net Treasurer Robert Logan 741 Oakdale Rd. Canton, GA 30114 770-479-8459 rflogan@windstream.net Membership Fred Mullins 404-513-4302 fredmullinsatl@gmail.com Activities Jeannette Waldrop 706-268-1072 jpswaldrop@tds.net Barbara Henry 706-268-2110 b.henry46@gmail.com Newsletter Editor Mary Ellen Johnson 706-253-4891 eajohnson@etcmail.com Publicity Charlene Terrell 706-579-2400 charlene.terrell@windstream.net Web Site Ray Bowyer 706-268-3913 raybowyer@earthlink.net Historian Margie Bowyer 706-268-3913 margiebowyer@earthlink.net Past President Fred Mullins 404-513-4302 fredmullinsatl@gmail.com Exchange Directors Robert Logan (East Netherlands 2016) 770-479-8459 rflogan@windstream.net Barry Kadechuk (Sacramento 2016) 706-268-1149 Blkade1@yahoo.com Huw Williams (Biarritz, France 2016) 678-513-2456 huwwilliams@comcast.net