Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church - Hot Springs Village, AR
Police Chief Ricky Middleton and Program Director Buddy Dixon
Police Chief Ricky Middleton and Program Director Buddy Dixon

The Sacred Heart Men's Club meeting on January 10, 2017 was attended by almost 80 members and guests.  A barbeque dinner was served by Chef Johnna's.  After dinner, Program Director Buddy Dixon introduced HSV Chief of Police Ricky Middleton who discussed safety in the Village.  He pointed out that HSV was safer than any of the similar sized cities in the area.  He also commented on the differance in policing in HSV, in that many of the calls they get for help (can't open doors, barking dogs, etc.) don't get answered in bigger cities but they are here.  He took several questions about gun carry laws and gate security.  See the meeting minutes posted on the website for more details on the meeting.
Buddy Dixon introducing POA CEO Leslie Nalley
Buddy Dixon introducing POA CEO Leslie Nalley
On Wednesday evening, December 14th, the Sacred Heart Men's Club hosted over 140 members and wives to a wonderful dinner prepared and served by Johnna's Restaurant in the Lower Hall of the Church.

The speaker for the evening was Leslie Nalley, CEO of the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association.  Leslie gave a very informative talk about the past and current demographics in the Village and the reasons behind trying to diversify the venues available.  She then took questions from the audience.

After her talk Buddy Dixon, Program Director, led the 12 elves (including Fr. Bill) in the singing of The Twelve Days of Christmas. See photos in the photo gallery.




To view the annual singing of the 12 Days of Christmas, click the video:
Men's Club Member Joe Lemmler presents $1000 check to Janie Smith of Jackson House
Men's Club Member Joe Lemmler presents $1000 check to Janie Smith of Jackson House
The Men's Club made $9500.00 in donations to the following charities:

$1500.00 Sacred Heart Church Basket Program
$1000.00 Jackson House in Hot Springs
$1500.00 Samaritan Ministries in Hot Springs
$1000.00 McAuley Center in Hot Springs Village
$1000.00 Cedar Mountain Boys & Girls Club in Hot Springs Village
$1000.00 St. John's School in Hot Springs
$1500.00 Our Lady of Fatima School in Benton
$1000.00 Catholic Schools Scholarship Fund in Little Rock

Be proud to be a member.

President Don Glinka
Dr. Rodney Davis
Dr. Rodney Davis
The Men's Club met on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 for their regular monthly membership meeting.  Dinner, prepared by Chef Johnna at Desoto Club, was well prepared and enjoyed by the 79 members and guest attending the meeting.

Dr. Rodney Davis, Chairman of the Urology - Oncology Department at UAMS in Little Rock, discussed the latest practices in the detection and treatment of prostate cancer.  After Dr. Davis presentation, a short business meeting ensued and the meeting was adjourned shortly after 8:00 PM.

Click the Photos tab for more photos of this event.

Linda Mayhood, HSV POA speaker
Linda Mayhood, HSV POA speaker
The first meeting of the Men's Club 2016-2017 Year was held on Tuesday, September 13 in thev Lower Hall of the Church.  Over 150 members, wives and guests enjoyed a meal prepared by Johnna's Catering.  Linda Mayhood, Assistant General Manager and Director of Operations spoke to the attendees about developments in the Village, including new accounting software, new reservation software for golf, tennis, and other activities.  After her presentation, she yook questions from the attendees.

Program Director Buddy Dixon announced that the speaker at the next meeting would be Dr. Rodney Davis, chairman of the Urology- Oncology Department at UAMS in Little Rock.

 

Cline Tour Buses ready To board
Cline Tour Buses ready To board
On Monday afternoon, 90 plus members of the Men's Club and friends, boarded two buses headed for Dickey-Stephens Baseball Park in North Little Rock to see the Arkansas Travelers play the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.  Buddy Dixon, aided by his wife Martha, coordinated the trip to see the game.

Arriving at the ballpark at about 6:00 PM, the group enjoyed a meal of hot dogs and hamburgers with all the fixins.  After dinner the group moved over to the grandstand and watched as the Travelers were shut out thru 7 innings, before rallying in the 8th & 9th innings to win the game in the bottom of the 9th.

Great game and great trip.  Thanks to all involved.
Buddy Dixon and guest speaker Nicole Good
Buddy Dixon and guest speaker Nicole Good
The Men's Club Annual Steak Dinner was held on May 10, 2016 in the Lower Hall of the Church.  The dinner was attended by 191 members, wives, or dates, and were served a delicious steak dinner prepared by Johnna's Catering.  After dinner, Nicole Good, daughter of long time Sacred Heart Church members, Linda and Mac Good, and Business Development Coordinator for HSV POA, gave a power point presentation about the status of  "The New Desoto Club".  The Club will open sometime in late May, 2016 and the operator will be Johnna, who prepared the steak dinner for the evening.

After Nicole's presentation, Don Glinka announced the nominees and asked for approval of the Men's Club officers for the 2016-2017 year. The following members were elected for the coming club year:

President - Don Glinka
1st Vice President - Jim Arnold
2nd Vice President - Rick Martinek
Treasurer - Rick Goss
Secretary - Bill Patterson
Sergeant At Arms - Scott Krantz
Program Director - Buddy Dixon
Buddy Dixon making a presentation on the Sacred Heart Cemetery
Buddy Dixon making a presentation on the Sacred Heart Cemetery
The Sacred Heart Men's Club held their regular members meeting on February 9, 2016.  72 members and 2 guests enjoyed a meal prepared and served by Chef Johnna's Restaurant.

After the meal Buddy Dixon and Deacon John Froning made a presentation entitled "ADVANCED PLANNING CAN KEEP YOU FROM MAKING A GRAVE MISTAKE".  Buddy discussed the history and current status of the Sacred Heart Cemetery, with the cremated remains of 105 members and relatives of parishioners of Sacred Heart Church in the 3 Columbariums in the Cemetery.

Deacon John then covered the necessary steps to plan your funeral, which include planning the music and mass readings, lectors, handling of the remains (cremation or burial of body), and other items that you don't want your relatives to have to decide during a very emotional time for them.

Check the Photos page for more meeting photos.