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Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Friday, May 18, 2012
Getting To Know Your Members ... Lauren Spires
Why did you join
20-30?
I volunteered at the shopping spree and then
was asked by Jacquie and Betsy if I would like to work towards being a member.
Since helping Children is one of my passions, of course I said yes.
How long have
you been a member?
I have been a
member since the fall of 2008.
What positions
(both club and national) have you held?
I am currently
the club's treasurer.
Do you have a
nickname? What is it? How did you get it?
I don't have a
nickname... Maybe one day
Do
you like to travel and where have you been?
I have
the travel bug- my motto is anywhere, anytime. I have traveled all over the
US
and the world. My latest trip was to the Caribbean and I am
currently planning
one to Europe.
If the whole world were listening, what would you say?
Believe
in yourself and you will achieve your dreams.
How
long have you lived here?
I am a
product of the Douglas County school system - I moved here when
I was 3 and a
half and have lived here since ( minus college).
What is the main
thing that makes you unique?
This
changes from time to time, I think having lots of patience and
understanding 8
and 9 year old is what makes me unique right now.
What is your
greatest strength?
I am a hard
worker and I don't give up.
What are most
proud of?
Trying to make a
difference in the lives of children every day.
Do you
have any siblings?
Nope,
I'm an only child.
What
do you like to do in your free time?
Free
time, what's that? No, being part of the club is how I spend
part of my free
time, I also love spending time with
my husband- boating and hiking and just
being outdoors. I also enjoy
seeing plays with my mom and spending time with my
family.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Duck Races Return To Carson Valley Days
The Sierra Nevada Women's Active 20-30 Club of Douglas County is
sponsoring this year's Carson Valley Duck Derby, previously Wacky
Waddler's Wiver Wace, hosted by the Carson Valley Community Food Closet.
The event is set for June 10 in the Lampe Park creek in Gardnerville. The community race will begin at 1 p.m., followed by the business class race at 2 p.m. and the service clubs/churches race at 3 p.m. The races coincide with the annual Carson Valley Days hosted by the Carson Valley Men's Active 20-30 Club.
Single Duck - $5 donation, one racing duck will be adopted in your name and entered into the derby.
Quack Pack - $20 donation, five ducklings to be entered into the derby for an increased chance to win.
Flock - $50 donation gets you 13 ducks entered in the derby.
Ducks can be purchased online at www.sierranv2030.org or at Scolari's Food and Drug in Gardnerville.
Prizes from the duck race include a grill from Minden Grill, glider ride, a ski/snowboard season lease package from CV Sports, Reno Aces tickets, Wild Island tickets and many more.
The 20-30 club raises funds via a variety of events throughout the year, and the Carson Valley Duck Derby is now their largest fundraiser.
The organization gives back to the local community through a variety of other organizations and events including Backpack Buddies, The Carson Valley Community Food Closet, Kids & Horses and many more. The funds raised at the Carson Valley Duck Derby goes to their largest “give back” event, the children's shopping spree in August.
“We are continually in need of fundraising to support our many projects which is why we are so excited about the Carson Valley Duck Derby,” member Jessie Wetzel said. “We are very appreciative of your support and hope you can join us at Carson Valley Days at the starting line to watch your duck race.”
For information on the event or becoming a volunteer with Active 20-30, visit www.sierranv2030.org or call 783-8676.
The event is set for June 10 in the Lampe Park creek in Gardnerville. The community race will begin at 1 p.m., followed by the business class race at 2 p.m. and the service clubs/churches race at 3 p.m. The races coincide with the annual Carson Valley Days hosted by the Carson Valley Men's Active 20-30 Club.
Single Duck - $5 donation, one racing duck will be adopted in your name and entered into the derby.
Quack Pack - $20 donation, five ducklings to be entered into the derby for an increased chance to win.
Flock - $50 donation gets you 13 ducks entered in the derby.
Ducks can be purchased online at www.sierranv2030.org or at Scolari's Food and Drug in Gardnerville.
Prizes from the duck race include a grill from Minden Grill, glider ride, a ski/snowboard season lease package from CV Sports, Reno Aces tickets, Wild Island tickets and many more.
The 20-30 club raises funds via a variety of events throughout the year, and the Carson Valley Duck Derby is now their largest fundraiser.
The organization gives back to the local community through a variety of other organizations and events including Backpack Buddies, The Carson Valley Community Food Closet, Kids & Horses and many more. The funds raised at the Carson Valley Duck Derby goes to their largest “give back” event, the children's shopping spree in August.
“We are continually in need of fundraising to support our many projects which is why we are so excited about the Carson Valley Duck Derby,” member Jessie Wetzel said. “We are very appreciative of your support and hope you can join us at Carson Valley Days at the starting line to watch your duck race.”
For information on the event or becoming a volunteer with Active 20-30, visit www.sierranv2030.org or call 783-8676.
via Record Courier
Friday, May 11, 2012
Getting To Know Your Members ... Felicia King
Welcome To Our Newest Member
Felicia King
Why did you join 20-30? How long have you
been a member?
I joined the 20/30 club
to be more active in the community and give back.
I have been a member since April 18th 2012.
What positions (both club and national)
have you held?
None
Do you have a nickname? What is it? How did you get it?
I do not yet have a
nickname with the club but I have had the nickname
"Foe" from my friends since middle school.
Do you like to travel and where have you
been?
I love to travel. I
have driven across the United States a few times and went to
Cabo once. I look forward to more
adventures.
If
the whole world were listening, what would you say?
I would say, "Technology is
helpful but don't forget to stop and enjoy
the actual world around you".
How long
have you lived here?
I was born in Pennsylvania but have
lived in the Carson Valley area since
I was an infant.(29
years)
What is the main thing that makes you unique?
My crazy hair.
What is your greatest strength?
My ability to bounce back after a fall.
What are most proud of?
I am most proud of my
mother who is an inspiration to me.
Do you have
any siblings?
I have three brothers and one
sister, all older.
What do you
like to do in your free time?
I love music and going to concerts
as well as just hanging out with
my friends. I watch a lot of movies
too.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Carson Valley Days parade entries due June 1
Carson Valley Days parade last year. This year's
theme is ‘Irish Celebrations.
Entry forms for the Carson Valley Days parade are due June 1. This year's theme is “Irish Celebration.”
The Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club wanted to tie the theme of the parade into the rest of the celebration this year.
“Our headliner band for the park this year is called Young Dubliners, an Irish rock band,” club member Rick Stuardi said. “I'm hopeful this year the theme will pervade the whole celebration of Carson Valley Days.”
Parade entry forms are available at www.carsonvalley2030.org.
The fee for commercial entries is $55. Noncommercial entries is $45, and youth organizations are free.
Parade check-in begins at 7 a.m. June 9 in the Douglas High School parking lot.
The parade begins at 9 a.m., with Highway 395 closing at 8 a.m.
“For a float, green would be a no-brainer. Anything with leprechauns, shamrocks, maybe traditional Irish dress,” Stuardi said. “We're hoping to have some traditional Irish music during the parade,”
Tickets and wristbands for the carnival go on sale Friday at Scolari's and Nevada State Bank for $19. At the gate they cost $25.
The carnival begins the evening of June 7 and goes until the afternoon of June 10.
Along with the carnival, Lampe Park will be full of activities following the parade with games, live music, a craft show and contests.
Back this year is the Carson Valley Duck Derby from 1-3 p.m. Sunday afternoon. To purchase ducks, visit www.sierranv2030.org/ducks.html.
For more information on the parade, visit wwwcarsonvalley2030.org or call Tommy Lovell at 313-6913.
The Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club wanted to tie the theme of the parade into the rest of the celebration this year.
“Our headliner band for the park this year is called Young Dubliners, an Irish rock band,” club member Rick Stuardi said. “I'm hopeful this year the theme will pervade the whole celebration of Carson Valley Days.”
Parade entry forms are available at www.carsonvalley2030.org.
The fee for commercial entries is $55. Noncommercial entries is $45, and youth organizations are free.
Parade check-in begins at 7 a.m. June 9 in the Douglas High School parking lot.
The parade begins at 9 a.m., with Highway 395 closing at 8 a.m.
“For a float, green would be a no-brainer. Anything with leprechauns, shamrocks, maybe traditional Irish dress,” Stuardi said. “We're hoping to have some traditional Irish music during the parade,”
Tickets and wristbands for the carnival go on sale Friday at Scolari's and Nevada State Bank for $19. At the gate they cost $25.
The carnival begins the evening of June 7 and goes until the afternoon of June 10.
Along with the carnival, Lampe Park will be full of activities following the parade with games, live music, a craft show and contests.
Back this year is the Carson Valley Duck Derby from 1-3 p.m. Sunday afternoon. To purchase ducks, visit www.sierranv2030.org/ducks.html.
For more information on the parade, visit wwwcarsonvalley2030.org or call Tommy Lovell at 313-6913.
via Record Courier
Monday, May 7, 2012
Free breakfast for Carson Valley Days parade-goers at Minden Park
Breakfast will be on the Town of Minden — literally — on June 9 for
anybody who gets to Minden Park during the Carson Valley Days parade.
Town board members voted unanimously Wednesday to allocate $1,500 for free breakfast to be served in the park during the parade.
“Minden Park used to be very much a part of Carson Valley Days,” said Chairman John Stephans. “Some of these traditions have gone by the wayside. We'd like to make Minden Park a hub during Carson Valley Days and have people return there.”
Board member Matt Bernard, who grew up in Minden, endorsed the proposal.
“We've spent millions of dollars on the water line. As a board, we can give a little something back,” Bernard said.
The board hasn't determined the menu, but did enlist the services of members and staff to help serve.
“I have done many of these,” said board member Steve Thaler. “You can get your costs down to about $2 per breakfast and it takes about three hours to serve.
“It's our park. Let's use it, let's do it.”
Originally, the annual parade began in Gardnerville and ended at Minden Park where the rest of the weekend's festivities took place.
In 1993, the Carson Valley 20-30 Club reversed the parade route to accommodate the increasing crowds in much larger Lampe Park. The event also includes a carnival.
Now the parade forms at Douglas High School, passes around Minden Park and travels south on Highway 395 to Lampe Park.
“I understand the need to turn the parade around,” said Bernard, “but I love the idea of having some activities in Minden Park. The free part of the breakfast isn't to spend Minden's money. It's a community thing. We want people to come, enjoy our park the parade, and serve them some breakfast.”
This year's theme is “Irish Celebration” for the 102nd annual event.
He also talked about the July 4 celebration at the Minden Park featuring the Carson Valley Pops Orchestra. Plans are in the works for a children's bike parade.
“I can hear ‘God Bless America' right now,” Bernard said.
The board also allocated $1,000 to build entries for the Carson Valley and Nevada Day parades.
Town board members voted unanimously Wednesday to allocate $1,500 for free breakfast to be served in the park during the parade.
“Minden Park used to be very much a part of Carson Valley Days,” said Chairman John Stephans. “Some of these traditions have gone by the wayside. We'd like to make Minden Park a hub during Carson Valley Days and have people return there.”
Board member Matt Bernard, who grew up in Minden, endorsed the proposal.
“We've spent millions of dollars on the water line. As a board, we can give a little something back,” Bernard said.
The board hasn't determined the menu, but did enlist the services of members and staff to help serve.
“I have done many of these,” said board member Steve Thaler. “You can get your costs down to about $2 per breakfast and it takes about three hours to serve.
“It's our park. Let's use it, let's do it.”
Originally, the annual parade began in Gardnerville and ended at Minden Park where the rest of the weekend's festivities took place.
In 1993, the Carson Valley 20-30 Club reversed the parade route to accommodate the increasing crowds in much larger Lampe Park. The event also includes a carnival.
Now the parade forms at Douglas High School, passes around Minden Park and travels south on Highway 395 to Lampe Park.
“I understand the need to turn the parade around,” said Bernard, “but I love the idea of having some activities in Minden Park. The free part of the breakfast isn't to spend Minden's money. It's a community thing. We want people to come, enjoy our park the parade, and serve them some breakfast.”
This year's theme is “Irish Celebration” for the 102nd annual event.
He also talked about the July 4 celebration at the Minden Park featuring the Carson Valley Pops Orchestra. Plans are in the works for a children's bike parade.
“I can hear ‘God Bless America' right now,” Bernard said.
The board also allocated $1,000 to build entries for the Carson Valley and Nevada Day parades.
via Record Courier 5/7/2012
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