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FEBRUARY 2025 FENCEPOST
APTOS, CAPITOLA & RIO DEL MAR SIR BRANCH 104 – Website https://sirinc2.org/branch104/
“Just for the 
fun of it”
LUNCH DATE: 3rd TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18th, AT 11:30 AM
SEASCAPE GOLF COURSE MONARCH ROOM
BIG SIR MESSAGE: RICK POWERS “THE ROSTER’S CACA-DOODLE-DOO”
“——-A good mood is like a balloon; one prick is all it takes to ruin it—”
Happy February and Chinese New Year- The Year of the Snake- Hope you are staying warm.
This month we will have a presentation by Omid Aminifard and Jessie Durant, telling us about The Boardwalk and its history.
Please welcome Rich Branson as our new Little SIR,
Our menu choices for our meeting will be Lasagna, Grilled Salmon Salad, or Western Veggie Salad.
It saddens me to report the passing of Bruce Dunn, our condolences to his wife and family.
I have attached a copy of our January 28th BEC meeting, please take a moment to read it to stay informed. Speaking of the BEC, these guys all deserve special thanks and recognition for all the work and dedication they devote behind the scenes. To mention just a few; Mario Beltramo for his insight and his guidance especially in the interpretation of legal matters. Bob Basel, who edits, publishes and makes the Fencepost possible. Rick Hornbeck for all the hours he puts in keeping our membership data current and assuring a smooth co-ordination of our check-in and lunch distribution. Jim Williams, who has historically been a guiding spirit and mentor to our chapter all these years. Rich Hamlin, whose meticulous oversight for our branch finances and his engaging witticism, (humor), for the day that creates a positive mood in our environment for the day. And don’t forget Mr. Joe Rudnicki who heads up the Speaker Committee who provides us with the programs we all enjoy. These gents, through their common spirit of working together, help set an example for all of us. . .Thank you all!
See you Tuesday, February 18th . . .Stay warm. . .
Rick
LUNCHEON PROGRAM: Omid Aminifard, Chief Operating Officer, and General Manager of the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Jessie Durant, Archives for the Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History.
Omid has a distinguished career in the attractions and hospitality industry spanning over 30 years. His diverse career has included leadership positions at Sea World in San Diego, multiple hotel and resort properties in Las Vegas and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. In his leadership role at the Seaside Company, Omid oversees daily operations for the family-owned seaside amusement which includes 40 rides, restaurants, several attractions, arcades, family bowling center and several hotel properties. Omid also leads the Boardwalk’s future strategic planning to ensure the world-famous park continues to thrive. Omid also serves on the global Board of Directors for the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.
Omid and his wife Tricia live in Aptos, California where they are raising three boys.
Jessie lives, breaths, and loves Boardwalk and Santa Cruz County history. Jessie graduated from UCSC with a BA in History of Art and Visual Culture before attending SJSU to get her Masters in Library and Information Science which put her on her path to a career in archives. She has been at the Boardwalk for 10 years, collecting, preserving, and sharing the amazing history of the park. She also works as the archives specialist at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History using her skills to preserve the history of greater Santa Cruz County.
LUNCH ARRANGEMENTS – Meal Selections. Cost $27
We have the following three menu choices for our lunch. Please be sure to let your monthly caller know your choice for lunch to ensure you and your guest receive your request. The cost will be $27 per person.
Option 1: Lasagna: Meat Lasagna with Penne Pasta in Marinara sauce. Served with fresh vegetables.
Option 2: Grilled Salmon Salad: mixed greens, tomatoes, red onions, and cucumbers with grilled salmon and topped with raspberry vinaigrette.
Option 3: Southwest Veggie Salad: Mixed Greens, Corn, Black Beans, Tomatoes, Red Onions. Topped with Avocado, Tortilla Strips and Ranch Dressing.
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY BOYS:
SIR Daniel Lipschutz, SIR Kelly Nesheim, SIR Brent Paine, SIR Buddy Souza, SIR Earl Wagener,
SIR Mario Beltramo, SIR Tim Clark, SIR John Dickinson, SIR Harry Domash, SIR Dave Downing,
SIR Flair Goldman, SIR Larry Hart, SIR Rick Hornbeck,
Remember, you must be present at the drawing to win the free lunch.
BRANCH #104 MEMBERSHIP: SIR Rick Hornbeck.
We want to welcome our newest member, SIR Bob McMullen. Bob recently joined our Branch and we look forward to getting to know him better. Welcome, Bob!
We now boast 108 members.
WE CARE – Sad News: Bruce Dunn passed away on January 29th. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his wife Jean, and all his extended family members. Please send your support messages to his family if you think this is appropriate for you.
If you know of any member who is experiencing any difficulty with health or personal issues and you feel it can be shared with the all the members, please let your caller know when they call about the next meeting or let the BIG SIR Rick Powers know while attending the monthly meeting.
BRANCH 104 ACTIVITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
SIRS GROUP OUTING: DAY BASEBALL GAME WITH SF GIANTS
April 9th at 12:45 pm. Giants vs Cincinnati Reds Great seats for only $46. Make check to SIR 104 and give to Joe Rudnicki.
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION – SIR Joel Dedrick
Joel Dedrick has launched a new group which he calls “Coffee and Conversation”. The group meets every Wednesday at 10:00AM at Loft Coffee, on the Cabrillo College campus, near Twin Lakes Church.
We don’t have a formal agenda, at least so far; we discuss politics, religion, current events, public policy, technology, and pretty much anything else that’s on our minds. The conversations are spirited but always respectful – and I guarantee you’ll learn something new every week.
No RSVP required – just swing by if you can!
BOCCE—SIR Brent Paine Email: brentp1955@gmail.com PH: (408) 355-4623
We will be playing pick-up games. So, just come, have a good time and everyone will play!
Bocce play is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on the 1st Tuesday of the month at the Felt Street County Park. Following Bocce, optional Dutch Treat lunch with the guys at a local restaurant.
GOLF – SIR Doug Deaver Email: ddeaver@yahoo.com PH: (831) 234-1210
There is an afternoon 9-hole golf group on Mondays and Thursdays at Aptos Seascape that is organized by Doug Deaver.
GOLF – SIR Jim Stott Email : JimPams@sbcglobal.net PH: (831) 212-3393
The eighteen-hole (multi-branch) SIR golf group plays on Monday mornings at various courses and is coordinated by SIR Jim Stott.
BOOK CLUB — SIR Rick Hornbeck Email: rhornbeck@sbcglobal.net PH (831) 226-4350)
The next Book Club meeting will be on Thursday, February 27rd.
Let’s plan to meet at Sevy’s at 4:30pm to take advantage of their Happy Hour menu talk about our favorite books, movies, and television shows. Please join us if you’d like!
For additional information and updates, please contact SIR Rick Hornbeck.
INVESTMENT CLUB
We continue to do a Zoom call on the first or second Tuesday of each month. On the call we share ideas and usually drill down on a couple of stocks. We share our mistakes and occasional wins. We can’t promise big gains, but we usually have some laughs.
Until we find a new lead for this group, please contact Doug Deaver at ddeaver@yahoo.com or (831) 234-1210 for further information.
CARDS AND BOARD GAMES
Come to the Aptos Grange to join other SIRs in card, poker, cribbage, and any other games of your choice. This is a recent activity that we are pulling together that will meet from 1:00 – 4:00 on the second Wednesday of every month at the Aptos Grange on 2555 Mar Vista Dr.
Please come by to join us with the poker club and other SIRs to have some fun competitive games and good conversation. So, bring your deck of cards, dominoes, cribbage boards or whatever game you would like to start a group to play every second Wednesday. Also please feel free to bring drinks (non-alcoholic) and food for yourself. Please contact Rich Hamlin at hamlin.rich.w@gmail.com PH (276-732-134) for further information.
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS TO MARK IN YOUR CALENDARS
Schedule for First Quarter of 2025 SIR Monthly Luncheons. Not too early to mark your calendars!
- Tuesday March 18, 2025
- Tuesday April 15, 2025
Branch 104 Website https://sirinc2.org/branch104/ Webmaster: SIR John Ryan (650) 743-3040 or John.E.Ryan@comcast.net.
Branch 104 Fencepost Newsletter Editor: SIR Bob Basel (707)-373-2484 or rbasel@sbcglobal.net
GARY OING’S SHARING GOOD THOUGHTS WEBSITE (SGT):
Shown below is Gary’s sign off he used on his monthly newsletter, which was always an uplighting pleasure to read. Rest in Peace, Gary.
……Let me know if you have found Internet content that you use for your “mental health”. If so, share those links with me and I can add them to my website. Stay well and mentally happy by thinking good thoughts.
Gary Oing
The link to Gary’s “Sharing Good Thoughts” (SGT) website is — https://www.gk.eoing.com/good_thoughts