MAY 9th MEETING --- note date/time change

NOTE: CHANGE OF DATE and TIME

Self-defense is the topic for our May meeting, and once again, Mr. Ray Boyer will be our guest speaker/demonstrator providing us with a wealth of knowledge relating to self defense awareness, including workplace violence, traveling alone and personal protection techniques.

You won't want to miss this opportunity! Mr. Boyer is a Senior Master Instructor with the S.T.O.P. program (Self-defense for Occupational Protection) and is recognized as one of the "Top Ten" self-defense instructors in the American Karate-Association.

Due to his availability we will meet on Monday, May 9th. Place TBA. Mr. Boyer does have a $50 fee for his presentation, so we need your commitment that you will be attending the May 9th meeting. We will split the cost of the fee - so if ten of us commit, that is only $5 each to receive very valuable, possibly life saving information.

Just think, for about the cost of a glass of wine you can walk away from this meeting feeling more confident, and gain basic knowledge of simple movements and quick releases for self protection.

Date: Monday, May 9th

Where: TBD Time: 6:30 (note different time also)

Wear comfortable clothing as this is interactive.

Cost $50 fee split between those attending.

Please commit and RSVP to Peggy by Wednesday, May 4th. hoemann60@aol.com

OPEN HOUSE/NEW MEMBER RECRUITMENT

Monday, April 4th

5:00 - 7:00 pm

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Spirit Boulevard - 1802 SE Delaware, Ankeny

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White Oak Vineyard, Cambridge IA

will be offerring free tastings of their wines

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Plan to bring some friends that may be

interested in joining our group!

WHAT'S GOING ON DOWN THERE?!?!?!?

Wow, what an evening we had on Monday, March 7th. Dr. Shannon Hood was our guest for the evening. I wonder if she knew what she got herself into when she said she'd come talk to our group.

The evening started with a whole table full of goodies, and a little drinky-poo to loosen us up.

We then headed to the living room where we were asked to write down any question we may have for Shannon. A question would be pulled out and Shannon would answer each one. We'd often get off the subject onto another subject (hard to imagine, isn't it!).

I think we had a no-holds barred event....we heard a few "I've got a friend" stories...and learned quite a bit.

I would say it was a great evening of asking all those questions you've always wanted to ask, but didn't!

A special thanks to Dr. Shannon Hood for answering our questions in a professional, yet fun manner!

MARCH 7th event...don't miss this one!!!

WHAT'S GOING ON DOWN THERE?!?!?

Dr. Shannon Hood will be our guest speaker to share health information and to educate us regarding health issues that we as women may experience during these "wonder" years! This will be a casual discussion and she will be glad to answer any questions we may have. Feel free to bring a pad of paper to jot down notes or if you prefer to submit your questions in writing.

Monday, March 7th
6:00 p.m.
Debbie Repp-Hankin's Home
4102 NW 2nd Court
Phone: 979.2532

RSVP to Debbie: dhankins88@gmail.com

What to bring:
A salad, Hors d' ouerve or dessert to share with the group
AND your choice of beverage

This meeting is brought to you by Peg Propst, Gail Turner and Debbie Repp-Hankins.


Following our talk with Dr. Hood we will have a short discussion to catch up on regular Thong business!

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21st

Come talk about where BT is going and how you can be involved. We need your input...even if you can't make it on the 21st. Don't be shy. Speak Up! Email Peggy your thoughts on the survey results. This has to be a group effort!!!

Monday, February 21st
Old Chicago, Ankeny
Party Room
6:00 p.m.

RSVP to Peggy at hoemann60@aol.com

THANK YOU FROM PROGRESS INDUSTRIES

Carol sent these comments on from the guys we adopted from Christmas....

Thanks for the gifts....Dennis

Thanks for the gifts and for the things you do for Progress Industries....Jimmy

I love my AC/DC shirt! Thanks.....Don

JANUARY 2011...WHAT TO KNOW

There is not a meeting in January. After the holidays and so much going, going, going, we've decided to take the month off!

Watch the blog for updates!