So, last meeting went really well; we've got a lot of new ideas to get started on and I think we're gonna have a good, first, full semester.
First off, we are finally going to have elections!! We're going to have them online since most likely a lot of you are taking trips this summer. The list I have so far, as far as what people want to run for, is...
Secretary: Tristy
Photographer: Hollie, Sophie and Quinn
VP: Brittany, Lauren and Lena (?)
Webmaster: n/a
If there's anyone else who wants to sign up for something, or if I got something mixed up, just let me know. You can post a comment to this entry, or you can send me an email.
Next thing, instead of doing the Walk and Knock, which was a great idea, it was brought up last meeting that we could try asking people for their used cans, so we can recycle them for money. This would be easier to do, it wouldn't really be asking people directly for money, it'll save people time and uh, we'll get to recycle? =]
Right now, we have a few areas that we wanted to focus on; [Area 1] Mapleleaf St.- 80th Ave. (I've got this place covered), [Area 2] a Bull Mountain neighborhood, [Area 3] around my dad's neighborhood (I've got this one, too. It's kinda near King City, if you were wondering), [Area 4]that area near Tigard Fred Meyer (I'm pretty sure it's called Thornberry St.), [Area 5] Tristy's new neighborhood, [Area 6] the Metzger area (near the school) and [Area 7] that loop where Cathleen lives (I can get this one too, if no one else can). We'll need one or two people for each area, and if you decide to cover it, you need to keep track of all the houses that you hand the notes out to. We'll pass notes out to Areas 1, 4, 6 and 7 on Wednesday, July 9 and pick up the cans (and recycle them) a week later on Wednesday, July 16. For Areas 2, 3 and 5 we'll pass out notes on Wednesday, July 23 and collect cans on July 30. I won't be able to make the one on the 23rd, so I'll need someone to cover for me. Please be sure to let me know if you'll be able to make any of these.
For passing out the notes, be sure to keep a list of all the houses you visit. Also, if you want to take on an area, email me and I'll send you the document to print out. Probably a good amount of letters would be about 25-50 copies.
If you want to pick up cans, get in contact with the person who sent out letters in the area you want to do, and ask them for the list of houses they sent the notes to. BE SURE TO STICK TO THE LIST. Also email me, if you're able to do any of those neighborhoods.
If you guys have any questions about either of those jobs, just let me know!
As for the projects...
Beach clean up: We decided to go ahead and sign up with SOLV. The clean up is on September 20 from 10 am to 1 pm, and unless we're planning on bringing more than 20 people, we don't have to sign up. So, more info on that when the time comes.
Radio show: We'll keep trying, but don't get your hopes up. =/
Carnival: It's a definite go. We're planning for next spring, so we're gonna do a little bit at a time until then. We've got some entertainment plans, but nothing's set in stone. Hopefully more info by the next meeting or so.
Petsmart: This weekend! Dates posted at the end. Not sure about the time yet, but I'll keep you updated; should hopefully be around noon or so...
And the new ideas...
Free Hugs: You know what, we should just wing it sometime. I think it'd be cool if we could come up with something like that, where we just go around in the street and make random strangers happy... it doesn't have to be hugs. Lots of other people have done roses. Even if we can't think of something our own, that is still a great idea, I love it. =] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr3x_RRJdd4...
Displace Me: For the kids in Africa! Great idea. If you guys want more info on Invisible Children, here's the link: http://www.invisiblechildren.com/home.php. I've been in contact with these guys before, asking about Displace Me, and they said that they weren't really planning on having another event like that, but they're always looking for new ideas. They also said an easy way for us to get involved is to hold a local screening of the Invisible Children documentary. We could also get in touch with them beforehand if we want to sell their merchandise. I just got done ordering the DVD online, so hopefully it'll come before this weekend so you guys can check it out, too.
Recycle bins: You know, the idea for us to put up recycle bins in local parks, cuz isn't it so upsetting when you have a pop can, but no recycle bin? I know it makes me feel guilty. Hopefully we can figure out what to do with that. I think first off we should decide which parks we want to do. That way if we need to contact someone, we'll be prepared with a plan. We'll talk more this weekend.
Neonatal: Still working on that with my Aunt Wanda, along with the babysitting for veteran families thing... My mom came with the idea that maybe if we volunteer for Red Cross, maybe they'll give us a discounted price on the babysitting course that they offer. So I'll look into that with mom and Aunt Wanda and get back to you.
Alright, now for the sleep over. It's going to be right after we go to Petsmart on Saturday. We'll swing by the Dollar Tree afterwards, so don't forget to bring 1 buck for a t-shirt. We're planning on watching Pay It Forward, Invisible Children and The Mission, depending on a) you guys actually WANTING to watch 3 movies, and b) if Invisible Children gets here in time. If we start getting bored of em, we can always just stop to watch some normal stuff, but I think it'd be a good idea to at least watch one.
The other thing about that weekend is that my mom's birthday is on Sunday. I was hoping we could do something special for her, mostly because we're usually in California on her birthday, and this is the first year in a long time that we'll actually be home. So, I'm planning a party for her right now that should start at 2pm and go to 7pm. You guys can stay however long you need/want to, but it would really help if we could keep the house somewhat clean, and/or if you guys could help out with breakfast/cake in the morning; we'll have to do both before people start to get there.
Alright, almost done. Now, about the logo contest, remember, the top 3 designs get CDs and everyone else who participates gets a special mystery prize. If anyone has any ideas for the mystery prize, let me know! Just post a comment to this entry, cuz then other people can read your ideas too, and maybe that might spark a thought for them. The more input, the better the prize might be. I guess just to make things easier, we'll make all designs due to me by the end of July, and whenever the following meeting is, I'll present all of them to you. If you can't deliver your drawing/design to me in person, just take a picture/copy/scanned version of it and send it to me via email. Also, if you guys can think of a better name for the club than "Do Something of Mapleleaf", that would be great, cuz honestly, I kinda hate that name... But if not it's all good!
Designs can be anything that you want to reflect to the public about our club. Keep in mind the projects that we want to do, our club's diversity, interests, ideas, stuff like that. So, I guess, go for it!
So, dates...
Saturday, June 28; Petsmart Dog Walking Day (time not decided, I'll keep you posted)
June 28-29; Sleepover
Wednesday, July 9; Pass out notes to Areas 1, 4, 6 and 7
Wednesday, July 16; Collect cans for Areas 1, 4, 6 and 7
Wednesday, July 23; Pass out notes to Areas 2, 3 and 5
Wednesday, July 30; Collect cans for Areas 2, 3 and 5
August 10; Quinn and Brittany come back! =D
Saturday, August 23; Humane Society Visit (1-3pm, limit 8 people. First come, first serve)
August 23-24; Second DS Sleepover
Alright, in case you just skipped to the end, (cuz this was a really long post) here's a quick summary of things I need from you guys.
- Any interests in running for office positions
- People who are able to cover the different areas, preferably people who live close to those places, so we don't have to waste gas. Also anyone who wants to pick up/recycle cans
- Head count for this Saturday; who all can make it?
- Logos- DUE END OF JULY
- Ideas on the mystery surprises?
- Any early takers on the August 23 Humane Society visit?
- Who wants to do a really quick, local clean up before the June 30 deadline? I think it'd be good to have something else to post to the site.
That's all I can think of at the moment, but if anything else comes up I'll let you guys know.
-Court
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