President: Jessica Buckles

Hello North Fulton,

Well can you believe it, The 1st Trimester has come to a close. It seems like yesterday we were just getting ready to start the year and now we are already 4 months into it.

As we head into the 2nd Trimester, I want to take a minute to thank everyone that has helped our chapter these first few months. As we were getting ready for CPG's and Jekyll, we counted the number of projects that we have completed and I could not believe it, we have had over 40 projects in 4 months and that counts projects like the Gwinnett Arena and our Meetings as only one. This would not be possible if it weren't for our Vice Presidents, Directors, Chairmen and the rest of the 2007 Board of Directors.

I know that this is the part of the year where things start to wind down, but we need to start working on the 2nd trimester. Lets keep up the pace and make the entire year just as good as the first trimester.

I hope to see you in Jekyll and if not, we will be thinking about you while we are on the beach. LOL

Have a great Month and keep

Rise to the Challenge.
Jessica Buckles
2007 North Fulton President

North Fulton,

The first trimester has come and gone. It has only been 51/2 months since the retreat. As of May 1st, we only have 7 hard months to work on the best projects that NF has to offer to better ourselves, our community and Rise to the Challenge. As we leave the 1st trimester behind, we will not leave empty handed. For state and region we have 20CPGs, 4 competitors and 5 judges going down to Camp Dream. Also, Management has done great, thanks in part of the hard working few that have worked their part at the Gwinnett Arena. Thank you.

Stepping off into the 2nd trimester, we will start running right out the gate. Pizza sales have started, if you wish to sell or buy please contact me by email (jc_termite@yahoo.com) or by phone (678-886-8379) and I'll be happy to get you the pamphlet. YES! It's that time of year once again. Its time for the Haunted House, I know I know we say this all the time but its true. This is a special year this year. Not only does T-man get to chair the house this year, he has the honor to chair the 25th anniversary of the House on Horror Hill. Clean ups have gone underway. For dates and times go to the NF web page or myspace page. Don't miss out on this historic event.

Rise to the Challenge.
Tony Crespin
Management Development Vice President

Hey North Fulton,

I want to take a chance to thank Sarah Hill for all of her hard work on the Benefit Ride. You have done a great job! Please don't forget about Relay for Life! We can always use more people for the team or you can purchase a luminary for a donation. We want to meet our goal and I want to thank everyone who has signed up or donated money so far. If you would like to sign up for the team please call me or Andrea Perry.

Don't forget we are still doing Kids Crafts. So bring your kids out and your friends with kids! We are getting ready for the haunted house so I know most people will be focusing their time and energy on that, but if anyone would like to help with any upcoming project or have new project ideas please call me!! Thanks to Amanda Clark we have two new project ideas in the works! Thanks Amanda.

Also we are still collecting tabs, Please bring tabs to our meeting on May 14, 2007. We will be making our first donation that Friday.

Rise to the Challenge.
Maria Basting
Incoming Community Development Vice President

Hey everyone!!!! As you all know, region competitions were on Sunday the 29th. President Sandy has made it mandatory to compete on the region level and win before you are qualified to compete on the state level. For those of you who are interested in competing in second and third trimester, please be thinking about what you would like to compete in and, and feel free to contact our great trainers that we have in our chapter(i.e, Wendell, Karen, Connie, Dave… and the list goes on), we have all the resources we need right here at home.

Secondly, thank you to everyone who submitted an article on what the North Fulton Jaycees mean to you. To those of you who did this, you have just completed a sample write up topic for a prepared topic. Think about the possibilities of what you could do now!

Star Student is still going strong, and I am very pleased with the response we have gotten from Hopewell Middle School. They have submitted a student every month and are very pleased to be working so closely with the North Fulton Jaycees. A big thank you to Lynelle Holbrook, my chairman for this project, as she has put in several hours to make sure this project runs smoothly.

Rise to the Challenge.
Adam Boze
Individual Development Vice President

Well the first trimester is almost over. BEWARE, I HAVE BEEN WATCHING!!!! Thanks to everyone that has been cool when I have taken your money. I hope it carries over into the rest of the year..... CC

Rise to the Challenge.
CC Buchles
High Sheriff

Hello North Fulton,

I am hoping that everyone is renewing this year and paying their dues. We do have to pay the chapter dues to region and to state for all our members. If you have already renewed but haven't paid you can send your payment to:

Andrea Perry
PO Box 1742
Roswell, Ga. 30077

Or give your payment to Casey Basting or myself at any meeting or function.

Also remember you can work off your dues through the Gwinnett Arena. Each time you work the Gwinnett Arena $5 goes towards your dues amount. We need workers for the arena so if you can work weekdays or weekends please let Wendell or Lynelle know so you can get on the schedule. The Arena has opened up doors with projects we are able to do and we need you to continue to do that. From the Noah's Ark, St. Jude, and United Way, we have helped these organizations and want to do more, but that can't be done without your help in paying your dues and/or working the arena.

Thank you,

Rise to the Challenge.
Andrea Perry
Treasurer

Thank you to everyone that has worked these events! On April 25, 2007 I was able to give Andrea (our Treasurer) two checks totaling $997.27. (This included Mana) ( We have discovered that we enjoy Latin American events.) This is in addition to the $697 in checks and $270 in tips handed in at the March 26, 2007 meeting. That's a total of $1964.27 in the last month. This funds our membership incentive program ($5 every time you work the arena goes toward your membership dues). We have paid for our FEIN # and have the money for our 5013c. Together we have obtained this and together we can continue. This is great teamwork! If you have not worked an event you are missing out on the FUN!

Remember: Black or Khaki pants

April we had a few new people join the experience. All of them agreed that they had fun and will come again.
Brian Perry now has pants so he said he would help again.
Cassie Crocker said she will help again.
May events are large concerts with sellout crowds. All help is appreciated.

May dates and times:

May 2 (Wednesday) arrival time 4:30 - 5:00

May 4 (Friday) arrival time 4:30 - 5:00

May 5 (Saturday) arrival time 4:00

May 12 (Saturday) arrival time TBA

We do have some during the week events. If you can not make it at the times listed above please let me know and I will work with you.

Anyone that can VOLUNTEER please call Lynelle

WE BELIEVE:

THAT FAITH IN GOD GIVES MEANING AND PURPOSE TO HUMAN LIFE;
THAT THE BROTHERHOOD OF MAN TRANSCENDS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF NATIONS;
THAT ECONOMIC JUSTICE CAN BEST BE WON BY FREE MEN THROUGH FREE ENTERPRISE;
THAT GOVERNMENT SHOULD BE OF LAWS RATHER THAN OF MEN;
THAT EARTH'S GREAT TREASURE LIES IN HUMAN PERSONALITY;
AND THAT SERVICE TO HUMANITY IS THE BEST WORK OF LIFE!!!

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