Mike Chertok gave a congrats to the Roadrunners and an update on the Final Four.
Jeff Johnson talked about the upcoming "Spectacular World of Science" conference coming April 8th at the Double Tree Hotel.
Jon Sampson reminded everyone to get their tickets to his wife Jennifer Sampson's Theatre in the Garden play, "The Very Ecstasy of Love". There are 3 shows, but they're nearly sold out. April 27, 28 & 29th.
George Granger announced this was the anniversary of his retirement.
President Dave announced the new president elect as Colleen McGauley.
On another note...
East High’s team competed at the regional level this year in We The People, a civics project that organizes high school students into teams of experts to testify before a mock congressional panel on various topics.
East didn’t make it to state finals, but last week was awarded the Warren Burger Nomination, which grants admission to the national competition in April to select high-needs schools that performed exceptionally at their regional competition.
East High school's coach, James Dominguez introduced the team and let them make a plea for a donation to attend a show while in New York. Dave awarded them $1000 and other member contributed as well.
The Program
Doug Hayward introduced the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra's interim Executive Director Kari Heilman and their marketing director, Gayle Tate.
Gayle's presentation played off the first letters of the word "MUSIC". Each letter stood for what music is and was accompanied by selection of music.
M: Memories- as children we were raised with Brahms' Lullaby
C: Communication- Where words fail, music speaks- Hans Christian Anderson. It's a Small World
Some other facts shared:
The BSO was founded in 1932 and after taking a hiatus for the war, it reconvened in 1947.
The BSO has a strong outreach program for students. It's been proven that being involved in music helps children perform well in school.
The difference between a "Band" and an "Orchestra" is the addition of stringed instruments.
Music has been proven to help people heal. The BSO and Dignity Health have partnered in such a program where volunteer musicians perform for long term hospital patients.
One third of the money that funds the BSO comes from ticket sales. The rest from sponsorships- so SUPPORT THE ARTS!
Guests & Visitors
Wade Nomura of Carpinteria Morning and Past District Governor
Al Patel from Rotary Club of Gandevi, India and his Wife Mina Patel
President Dave hands out tshirts every week, so Pat decided he should be on the receiving end for once and bought him this Irish rock band shirt.
Jim Damien, Mina & Al Patel, Wade Nomura of Carpinteria Morning and President Dave.
President Dave, Mayor Goh and Girish Patel pose with the "We the People" team. Their coach, James Dominguez stands to the far right.
Al Patel from Rotary Club of Gandevi, India and his Wife Mina Patel.
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