October 2008
Bank Note$ - News You Can Bank On
Final call for ACB Volunteer of the Year!
We are taking your votes for ACB Volunteer of the Year 2008. Please vote by writing your nomination on a piece of paper and mailing it via USPS to Arlene Kulzer, Arrowhead Community Bank, 17235 N. 75th Avenue, B-100, Glendale, AZ 85308. You do not need to be a client of Arrowhead Community Bank to vote, and you may vote anonymously. However, if you are not signing your name, please initial your ballot. To be counted, your vote must reach us by October 15, 2008. The volunteer receiving the most votes will receive a check from Arrowhead Community Bank for $1,000 payable to the charity or non-profit organization of his or her choice. The ACB Volunteer of the Year nominees are listed below. For a full description of their activities, please see the appropriate back issue of Bank Note$ on our website at www.arrowheadcommunitybank.com.
Lizzie Manos (June 2007)
Sharla Simmers (July 2007)
Santos Leija (August 2007)
Peggy Bowers (September 2007)
Marge Mead (October 2007)
Rick O'Neil (November 2007)
Carolee Terpstra (May 2008)
AB Alexander J. Serey
Jody Serey
As of this writing, our youngest child, Alexander Joseph (Joe), is in basic training at Lackland AFB in San Antonio, Texas. Communication so far has been limited to one 20-second phone call permitting him to dictate his mailing address. David and I know he has been dealing with the aftermath of a hurricane, but somehow we know he is fine. We had anticipated that Joe would be reporting for duty in November, but we had 72-hours notice over the Labor Day weekend that his departure would be Tuesday September 2. Nevertheless, we deconstructed his civilian existence (apartment, car, etc.) and he was on the plane with his fellow "shippers" and on his way as scheduled to a new life beyond our anxious eyes.
Many years ago, I experienced another departure when my then-fiancé was drafted and whisked away. However, the country in general was not behind his decision to obey the order to report. I am so grateful that times have changed, and our service men and women have greater support from the public and country they are voluntarily serving.
Joe is thrilled to be a part of the Air Force, and is excited at the prospect of gaining knowledge, experience, and maturity. As his mother, I am simply grateful that he has the chance to realize his dream. His dad and I worry quietly and often, but we are mostly proud of Joe, and hopeful that he finds what so many people do not these days - a reason to strive for higher goals and ways to make a real difference.
Jon Richardson Enjoying Retirement
Jon Richardson recently retired as executive director of the Peoria Diamond Club. He says, "There were so many pluses about my time with the Peoria Diamond Club, but my greatest pleasure was in getting to know the volunteers. They are an amazingly diversified and experienced group. There's a lot of famous people wearing red shirts and making a day at the ballpark a truly fine experience."
He explains, "The Peoria Diamond Club provides operational support for the spring training of the Seattle Mariners and the San Diego Padres at the Peoria Sports Complex. I had the pleasure of watching the club grow from an initial 220 volunteers to more than 650."
Besides his work with the Peoria Diamond Club, Jon had a career that included sports talk radio, and acting as the spokesperson for major teams. A gifted public speaker, he spent his professional life in sports and non-profit organizations.
Money earned by the Peoria Diamond Club is donated to help support youth organizations of the West Valley. For more information, call 623-773-8710, or visit www.peoriadiamondclub.org.
Don't Be Fuel-ish
If you can remember gasoline prices below 50 cents a gallon, you are undoubtedly in some state of sticker shock right now. The cost of a gallon of gasoline is a central topic of discussion these days, and with good reason. We depend on our cars to navigate our complex lives.
Automobile maintenance is your best defense against rising fuel prices. For good fuel economy, your car has to be in good repair.
Wilhelm Automotive will make sure your vehicle is in top running condition to help you maximize your mileage. You can stretch your fuel dollars even farther by avoiding aggressive driving such as speeding, rapid acceleration, and quick stops. Experts tell us that each 5 mph over 60 mph on the highway equals 30 cents extra a gallon for gas. So remaining courteous and calm on the road is good for saving gas, and for saving lives.
Regardless of what kind of car or truck you drive, we will be happy to answer your questions. Just email us at info@wilhelmauto.com. To schedule a check-up for your car, call 623-979-3740. Additional information is available at www.wilhelmauto.com.
Egg Artists Wanted
Sharman Hickman Silva, of Hickman's Family Farms, has sent out the alert to professional and amateur egg artists to submit their names to her by December 1 to compete for Arizona in the annual White House Easter Egg competition to be held during the 2009 Easter festivities in Washington D.C.
Hickman's Family Farms holds the local contest each year in partnership with Banner Estrella Medical Center to allow artists the opportunity to each decorate an egg that best represents the state of Arizona. The upcoming competition will be Wednesday, January 7, 2009 in the hospital's lobby.
If you want to show off your eggs-treme artistic side, email Sharman by 12/1/08 at shickman@hickmanseggs.com. The competition is free, and open to the public. For more information, visit www.hickmanseggs.com.
Calling All Motorcyclists!
The 2nd Annual Officer Holly Memorial Ride will be held Saturday, October 25. Proceeds will benefit the children's charities of The Anthony Holly Foundation. The 150-mile ride will start at Care From the Heart at 99th Avenue and Bell Rd. in Sun City, and will conclude at approximately noon at Pullano's Pizza & Wings on 51st and Thunderbird Avenues in Glendale. Stops along the route are located in Wickenburg, Tonopah, Avondale, and Peoria.
The ride is $25 per rider and $15 per passenger. The registration fee includes a ride-t-shirt, patch, and lunch for the first 400 riders. Registration the day of the ride opens at 7:30 a.m.
Officer Anthony Holly was a Glendale police officer killed in the line of duty February 19, 2007 while coming to the aid of a fellow officer. He was 24 years old. For more information, call the information line at 623-776-3819. For a registration form, visit www.arrowheadcommunitybank.com, or www.anthonyhollyfoundation.org.
ALLC Kilts for Kids
Arizona Literacy & Learning Center is hosting the 15th Annual ALLC Kilts for Kids Charity Golf Tournament Monday, November 24, at the Arrowhead Country Club. The shotgun start is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. An awards dinner, silent auction, and raffle will be held in the evening. A variety of sponsorships are available.
The Arizona Literacy & Learning-Center provides comprehensive research based screenings, diagnosis, and treatment for individuals with speech/language, auditory, and reading disabilities. For more information about ALLC, call 602-212-1089, or visit www.azlit.org.
'A Taste of Williams'
Experience the Art and Soul of Williams
Saturday, Oct.11, 2008
Williams Route 66 Cultural Heritage Days will present "A Taste of Williams" Saturday, October 11, 2008 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The local wineries, brewery, restaurants, artists, and entertainers will gather at the Best West Inn of Williams for an evening of celebration. Ticket prices are $25, and proceeds will benefit the Williams Grand Canyon Chamber of Commerce and the Teachers' Fund. For ticket information, call 928-635-1418.
Abraham Lincoln
