Stewards' Council
Wednesday, March 19

Identity Theft: We’ll present a seminar on how to protect yourself from identity theft. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the country. The Federal Trade Commission reports that for the 4th year in a row identity theft topped the list of consumer complaints. Identity theft accounted for more than 42 percent of all complaints lodged in the FTC Consumer Sentinel database in 2004, up 40 percent from 2002. Ten million American consumers discovered their personal information had been used to open fraudulent bank, credit card, or utility accounts, or used to commit other crimes. More than 50 percent of identity theft victims were the victims of credit card and other types of account fraud. Two raffles will be conducted at each meeting for $250 and $100 gift cards to Shop N’ Save or Schnucks—both Local 688 member-supplied grocery chains. Stewards Council is held at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the following months at Local 688’s meeting center on 4349 Woodson Road: January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November. All members are invited—steward and non-steward—and eligible to win. Members can only win once throughout the year. The Executive Board meets with the Shop Stewards eight times per year to help Stewards learn about issues affecting their union. Each meeting, which is open to the Local's 500 Stewards as well as non-stewards, provides a State of our Union address, including bargaining, organizing, shop reports, financials and political education. The meetings provide Stewards - who serve as the union's direct link to the rank-and-file members at large - first-hand information about union activities, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from other shops.

Stewards' Classes
Saturday, April 12

Member education has long been a priority for Local 688 members. This year's program is revamped to focus on two basic steward responsibilities: communicating with members and representing them on the shop floor. Local 688's educators will lead the program--using your involvement and group exercises to make it relevant to your day-to-day life on the shop floor. This is a great opportunity for stewards to network throughout Local 688's diverse membership and industries. Come join us for the day. Register by emailing Clint Zweifel at czweifel@688online.org. Lunch and continental breakfast will be provided. Also, please send Clint any topics that you would like covered in the classes.

Stewards' Council
Wednesday, April 16

American Income Life: Paul Winslow, retired union member and public relations officers for American Income Life Insurance Co., will discuss special coverage benefits for Teamsters Local 688 members. Two raffles will be conducted at each meeting for $250 and $100 gift cards to Shop N’ Save or Schnucks—both Local 688 member-supplied grocery chains. Stewards Council is held at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the following months at Local 688’s meeting center on 4349 Woodson Road: January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November. All members are invited—steward and non-steward—and eligible to win. Members can only win once throughout the year. The Executive Board meets with the Shop Stewards eight times per year to help Stewards learn about issues affecting their union. Each meeting, which is open to the Local's 500 Stewards as well as non-stewards, provides a State of our Union address, including bargaining, organizing, shop reports, financials and political education. The meetings provide Stewards - who serve as the union's direct link to the rank-and-file members at large - first-hand information about union activities, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from other shops.

Pre-Retirement Seminar
Saturday, April 26

Local 688 and Teamsters Negotiated Pension are hosting their 17th Pre-Retirement Seminar on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at our meeting center at 4349 Woodson Road. This seminar is open to all Local 688 members who want to take control of their retirement. Whether you are getting ready to retire or still have many years to work, this seminar can provide value for you. More than 2,000 Teamster Local 688 members have learned about their retirement from our nationally-recognized program. Call Diane Borawski at 314.513.5839 or email her at dborawski@teamsters688benefits.comto register or learn more. The seminar runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch and continental breakfast are served. Bob Hardcastle, President of Delta Financial and host of the radio program "Money Talk," will be one of our special guests.

Stewards' Council
Wednesday, May 21

Two raffles will be conducted at each meeting for $250 and $100 gift cards to Shop N’ Save or Schnucks—both Local 688 member-supplied grocery chains. Stewards Council is held at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the following months at Local 688’s meeting center on 4349 Woodson Road: January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November. All members are invited—steward and non-steward—and eligible to win. Members can only win once throughout the year. The Executive Board meets with the Shop Stewards eight times per year to help Stewards learn about issues affecting their union. Each meeting, which is open to the Local's 500 Stewards as well as non-stewards, provides a State of our Union address, including bargaining, organizing, shop reports, financials and political education. The meetings provide Stewards - who serve as the union's direct link to the rank-and-file members at large - first-hand information about union activities, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from other shops.

Shop Stewards' Picnic
Saturday, July 19

A Special Note Our Stewards Dear Steward: Stewards are invited to the Annual Stewards' Picnic at the Teamster Camp in Pevely this Saturday, July 19th. This event is a thank you for your hard work throughout the year. Local 688's Executive Board and staff members have all served as shop floor stewards and understand first hand how important you are to your union. Come to the beautiful Teamster Camp to enjoy barbecue, swimming, fishing, golf, car show and attendance prizes. Here's a snapshot of the schedule: Camp opens at 6:00 a.m. Let security know you are here for the Stewards' Picnic and you will be free to use any of the camp's facilities. Golf course opens at 7:00 a.m. and the pool/waterpark opens at 11:00 a.m. (regular fees apply to both). Lunch is served at the Main Pavilion from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dinner is served at 4:30 p.m. in the Main Pavilion and attendance prizes will be awarded immediately following dinner. Please call Kim Shatto with any questions at 314.513.5819. There is no need to RSVP but we are happy to answer any questions.

Labor Day Parade and March
Monday, September 01

Parade line-up is at 7:00 a.m. and marching begins at 9:00 a.m. in downtown St. Louis.

Stewards' Council
Wednesday, September 17

Two raffles will be conducted at each meeting for $250 and $100 gift cards to Shop N’ Save or Schnucks—both Local 688 member-supplied grocery chains. Stewards Council is held at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the following months at Local 688’s meeting center on 4349 Woodson Road: January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November. All members are invited—steward and non-steward—and eligible to win. Members can only win once throughout the year. The Executive Board meets with the Shop Stewards eight times per year to help Stewards learn about issues affecting their union. Each meeting, which is open to the Local's 500 Stewards as well as non-stewards, provides a State of our Union address, including bargaining, organizing, shop reports, financials and political education. The meetings provide Stewards - who serve as the union's direct link to the rank-and-file members at large - first-hand information about union activities, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from other shops.

Stewards' Council
Wednesday, October 15

Two raffles will be conducted at each meeting for $250 and $100 gift cards to Shop N’ Save or Schnucks—both Local 688 member-supplied grocery chains. Stewards Council is held at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the following months at Local 688’s meeting center on 4349 Woodson Road: January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November. All members are invited—steward and non-steward—and eligible to win. Members can only win once throughout the year. The Executive Board meets with the Shop Stewards eight times per year to help Stewards learn about issues affecting their union. Each meeting, which is open to the Local's 500 Stewards as well as non-stewards, provides a State of our Union address, including bargaining, organizing, shop reports, financials and political education. The meetings provide Stewards - who serve as the union's direct link to the rank-and-file members at large - first-hand information about union activities, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from other shops.

Stewards' Council
Wednesday, November 19

Two raffles will be conducted at each meeting for $250 and $100 gift cards to Shop N’ Save or Schnucks—both Local 688 member-supplied grocery chains. Stewards Council is held at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the following months at Local 688’s meeting center on 4349 Woodson Road: January, February, March, April, May, September, October and November. All members are invited—steward and non-steward—and eligible to win. Members can only win once throughout the year. The Executive Board meets with the Shop Stewards eight times per year to help Stewards learn about issues affecting their union. Each meeting, which is open to the Local's 500 Stewards as well as non-stewards, provides a State of our Union address, including bargaining, organizing, shop reports, financials and political education. The meetings provide Stewards - who serve as the union's direct link to the rank-and-file members at large - first-hand information about union activities, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from other shops.

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