East Central
KansModel T Club
The East Central Kansas Model T Club will meet on Sept 14 at 6:30 in the Conference Room of the Burlington Kansas Library. There will be a barbeque before the meeting. Please bring a dish to share.
The meetings are a time for sharing experiences and gathering information on repairing the cars. Members will be making the final plans for a tour to Iola KS on Sept 22 and 25. Plan to be there to help plan the fun! Also we may plan a trip on Oct 14th to help the Folks in Angora Kansas celebrate 125 years.
The ECKMT’s is a family organization and a chapter of the not for profit, National Model T Club of America. Owning a Model T is not a requirement for membership. All meetings are open to the public. Please feel free to visit, For additional information call Bud Redding at 785-733-2124
Flint Hills
Woodturners Club
On Sept 2, twenty-nine members and two guests attended the Flint Hills Woodturners Club meeting at 1921 Barnes Road in Manhattan. Member Bob Holcombe demonstrated turning traditional and self-winding spinning tops.
Information included how traditional and self-winding tops differ, the best types of wood to use and what to consider in terms of grain.
Holcombe discussed considerations of overall shape and dimensions of the bases, stems, rings and caps for the optimal balance and performance. He discussed his preferred finish, types of string, and when to consider inserting brass brads in the tip. These tops make wonderful gifts for kids of all ages.
Show and Tell participants included: Victor Schwarz, Dan Zeller, Tom Boley, Robert
Kloppenborg, Kate Cahoj, Nyle Larsen, Barbara Drolet, David Delker, Vaughn Graber, Don Baker, and Heather Marusiak.
The next noon ‘Ya Gotta Eat’ gathering at Vista drive-in will be Sept. 11. The next Club meeting will be Oct. 7 at 9:00 am with a demonstration of pen turning by Club member Ross Hirst. Contact Club president David Delker (fhwpresident@gmail.com) for more information.
Lone Wranglers Square Dance Club
The Lone Wranglers Square Dance Club hosted a fun dance on Aug 31 at the American Legion. The instructor, Mike Salerno, introduced square dancing and line dancing movements to new participants.
On Sept 14, square and line dance lessons will begin at 7 p.m. at the American Legion for all who wish to attend. Experienced square dancers will be present to help fill the squares. The lessons will continue on Thursday evenings until the middle of December.
Some Manhattan square dancers will be joining other square dancers on Sept 11, at the Kansas State Fair for demonstrations and square dancing, starting at 11:00 a.m. Those present will be invited to participate.
Rotary Club
At the Aug 31 meeting, Bob Ward presented Bill Wilson with a Paul Harris plus two sapphire pin, acknowledging Bill’s contributions to the Rotary Foundation. President Mitzi reminded members of the September visit of District Governor Jenalea Randall both for the noon meeting and the Rotary on Tap evening at Liquid Art Winery. Civic clubs are partnering on Sept 18 and 19 for the Manhattan Lifesavers: MHK Service Organization blood drive at Pottrof Hall.
Past District Governor Vern Henricks introduced Natalie Gordon, fellow Rotarian and Director of Business Development and Client Engagement at Anderson-Knight Architects. Natalie provided an update and insight into the progress of the Manhattan Childcare Taskforce, which she helps lead.
The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce established the task force to spearhead efforts to address the childcare challenges in Manhattan. Natalie and the tireless efforts of the Task Force volunteers have been a driving force behind a collaborative effort with GMCF, Ascension Via Christi Hospital, the Chamber of Commerce, Manhattan Area Technical College, and other partners to focus on solutions to child care needs and serve as a national model. The task force’s call to action included contributions for the building, business opportunities, and personal involvement.
In Natalie’s honor, Diary of a Pug children’s book will be given to Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School. The Manhattan Rotary Club meets on Thursdays at noon at the Manhattan Country Club.
Solar Kiwanis Club
The Manhattan Solar Kiwanis Club met at noon on Sept 5, at the Blue Hills Room. There were nine members present. Announcements were led by President Tepe. Phil Anderson gave an update on our parking cars fundraiser last Saturday. President Tepe gave an update on our development of a Solar Kiwanis Facebook page and Instagram page. President Tepe’s daughter, Carissa, is leading those efforts. Our interclub chairperson, Vera Williams, is looking for one more Solarian to travel to the Salina Kiwanis Club next Tuesday. President Tepe announced that our club and other civic clubs in Manhattan are going together to recruit people to donate blood for the Red Cross blood drive on Sept 18 and Sept 19 at Pottorf Hall.
President Tepe announced that our club’s Installation and Recognition Banquet will be on Oct 3, at the Blue Sage Barn at Prairiewood. It will begin at 5:30pm and the cost will be $20 per person.
Treasurer Jim Bach has sent out 2023-2024 dues notices to club members with a Sept 18 due date. Dues are $110.00.
Happy Dollar donations were given for various reasons, including: K-State football victory, rain in the forecast, the crew that helped park cars in the heat last Saturday.
President Tepe then talked about the importance of getting new members for our club.
The next meeting will be Sept 12 and Solarian Charlie Sargent will introduce Kendra Kuhlman, Executive Director of the Manhattan Arts Center. Solar Kiwanis meets every Tuesday at noon at the Blue Hills Room in the Blue Hills Shopping Center. Contact Secretary Doug Ackley (rda@ksu.edu, or, 785-539-4945) if you have anyquestions.
