TCC Members Explore Patagonia at September Luncheon
Sharon Cook and son Matt Cook received Silver Level recognition from President Steve Fuller.
More than 50 TCC members and guests met on the waterfront at the Newport Beach Yacht Club in Orange County, California, on Sept. 9 as the Charter Chapter honored two “new-level” achievers and five new Full Members.
A unique mother-son duo was presented with Silver Level (150 destinations) recognition as certificates and pins were awarded to Sharon Cook and Matt Cook by President Steve Fuller.
Five recent New Members were also welcomed including Michael Calder, Bryce Caster, Sharon Cook, Christa Rieth and Pauline Von Leffern. Steve Kellenberg, attending his first meeting since becoming a member, was also recognized.
Travel professional and TCC member Kim Hester presented an intriguing program on Patagonia, highlighting her adventures in both Argentina and Chile, with stunning scenery of glaciers, fjords, forests, snow-capped mountains and native wildlife.
New members (l to r) Sharon Cook, Michael Calder, Christa Rieth, Pauline Von Leffern, Bryce Caster and Steven Kellenberg are welcomed to the TCC.Kim Hester is honored after her presentation on Patagonia.TCC Vice President Margo Bart (left) visits with Donna Reeves prior to the lunch program.Marcia and Kirk Finley welcome New Member Bryce Caster (right) to his first meeting.Rhonda and Eric Ingelman relax on the waterfront patio at the Newport Beach Yacht Club.Member Krista Allen and husband Maher Sesi enjoy the reception before lunch.Charlene Chang (left) and Henna Fuller share a toast at the yacht club.Janet Johnson (left) catches up with Past President Pam Barrus.Charter Chapter Coordinator Michael Sholer “takes the helm” in the Docksider Room.A portion of the large gathering at our September meeting, featuring multiple video screens.