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August 25, 2010
Heard at Today's Meeting President Pete called the meeting to order at 7:30. We said a prayer, the pledge of allegiance and sang a song.
Happy $: Dave, Tom, Ron, Pete, Kathy, June, Krista, Tricia, Warren, Pete
Educator: Allen shared how an Australian Rotary Club has been very helpful in providing a 40 ft. barge with medical supplies, school desks and beds to victims of the Chile Earthquake. This quake was even worse than the one that hit Haiti.
Announcements: Kathy shared pictures from the Bright Beginnings event. The even was able to provide service to 104 children this year. Thanks to all who volunteered!
The Dictionary Project starts on 9/14. Rich distributed a list of schools and dates when members should attend to help pass out dictionaries. If you're unable to attend your scheduled date, switch with another member and then let Rich know.
Massey golf tournament is at the Highlands is Sept. 13th. If you plan to play, money is due. Talk to Warren for more information.
Board meeting at Howletts on 9/7 at 6:30.
Sara Kinsey sent a brief note and donation of $500 to the Chuck Kinsey memorial scholarship fund. It has been a year since Chuck's passing and he is missed dearly by all.
This Week's Program: Beverly Dew and Emily Lane from the JTCC Foundation attended to update us on the Chester Rotary Tommy Haynes Endowed Scholarship. June and Ron L. attended the dinner where the scholarship was awarded to Amy Stoddard, a teacher. The scholarship was originally set up for engineering students, but has been extended to include other well-deserving students with a GPA of 2.7 or greater. Beverly and Emily discussed how other scholarships can be set up as endowed or as annual. There are also many ways individuals or companies can donate to the foundation. They will hold their Full Moon Madness fundraiser on Oct. 23.
Upcoming Programs: Be sure to check the website calendar for future events and the Member area for future speaker and greeter assignments.
Noteworthy News around the District: Check the district website at www.rotary7600.org
Visiting Rotarians and Guests: Beverly Dew, Emily Lane, Craig Moran, Steve Duke
Birthdays and Anniversaries for the Month: June and Forest's anniversary on 8/26.
Raffle: Beverly Dew won the small pot. The large pot is at $156.
As Always, we close the meeting with the 4-way test....Of the things we think, say, and do...
Is it the TRUTH... Is it FAIR TO ALL CONCERNED... Will it BUILD GOOD WILL AND BETTER FRIENDSHIP.... Will it be BENEFICIAL TO ALL CONCERNED.... | ||||||||||||
