Pledge: President Alan Schwarz
Prayer: Gary McCauley
THE FOUR WAY TEST of the things we think, say, or do.
1) Is it the TRUTH?
2) Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3) Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
RAFFLE Gary McCauley, Joan Winters, Kathy Callinan
GUEST Janet Tirinconie
HAPPY BUCKS
Amber S happy to have the WAS students with us, Mike O happy for Rotarian Charlie R, Mrs. Hunt happy for her daughter and WAS students, Jan P happy for the WAS students , Liz M happy for the day, and WAS students, Tara W happy for the WAS Students, Susan B happy for the day, Kathy C happy for the day and the WAS students, Alan S happy for the day and the WAS students.
PROGRAM WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR STUDENTS
Amber Scherber introduced. Kaden Kollmer Old Saybrook High School & Beatrice Hunt Lyme /Old Lyme High School
The World Affairs Seminar (WAS) is held at Carroll University, Waukesha, WI. WAS is a week-long program, bringing together students from around the world, and providing an opportunity to work, discuss, and play together, each sharing their personal experiences. Each year the seminars and discussions focus on a common theme, this year the theme was, “Climate Change”.
Both Beatrice and Kaden were enthusiastic about their experience, and the time spent getting to know students from other parts of the world. Both told us that attending The World Affairs Seminar was a life-changing experience and one they will remember.
PRESIDENT’S UPDATE
MAUI FUND RAISER Nancy Morin
The club has set up a matching grant for funds raised for Lahaina relief. To date $4,712.00 raised with the match. The Greater Saybrook Chamber of Commerce donated $1,000.00. Nancy is organizing a focus group to coordinate the relief efforts see Nancy for details.
ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW Gail Fahey and Nancy Morin
Show runs Saturday September 30 and Sunday October 1, 2023. Sign-up to work need help both Sat and Sun. Gail gave one and all bags of brownies mix. Bake um and bring um. Need help Friday evening with set-up. Sign-up sheets being prepared, contact Nancy to volunteer. Kudos to Gail Fahey for her efforts!
MACARONI DINNER John Aforismo
Tickets are out. Sell them and let John know when you do. Need help with posters. Donations coming 150 grinder rolls, cheese, Liberty Bank bags. Banner will be up two weeks prior to the event. Digital sign advertising the event is secured.
WALK FOR ALZHEIMERS Susan Beaudoin
The Walk is Saturday September 23, 2023, Ocean Beach Park New London. Donations are welcome. The Rotary Club of Old Saybrook donated $1,000.00. See Susan for more details and to sign up.
OLD LYME INN HAPPY HOUR, Thursday Oct. 12 Joan Winters
The Happy Hour is from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, Thursday October 12, 2023. See Joan for more information. Its an opportunity to meet members of the business community in a relaxed social setting.
COMMODITIES EXCHANGE Gary McCauley
The Exchange is working well. Employees of the Transfer Station are maintaining it
SEPTEMBER 11TH 2001 REPORT Bill O”Shaughnessy
Bill reminded The Club that FDNY Midtown Manhattan Battalion Chief Joseph Nardone was our speaker on the 2nd Anniversary of that tragic event. Joe Nardone retired from the FDNY and lives in Old Saybrook.
FUND RAISING EVENTS
GOLF TOURNAMENT Charlie Renshaw.
Fox Hopyard told Charlie that The Rotary Club of Old Saybrook is the best and easiest to work with customer they have. Kudo’s! Net profit $8,700.00. Charlie will hold discussions about improvements for next year. Costs are expected to rise next year. The number of sponsors increased this year. REMEMBER TO THANK YOUR SPONSORS!
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Foundation Kathy Callinan reports that Pete Zucco new Foundation Board member
Outreach Tara Winch reports MWOS football program ad $100.00 approved, $1,000.00 for Alzheimer’s Research approved.
Membership Joan Winters reports at present we have several prospects.
Web Site Marty Drobiarz: new items added include Maui Relief Fund activities page. Walk for Alzheimers September 23, 2023, on the site.
FUTURE MEETINGS
1.) Wednesday September 20, 2023, Noon meeting VFW Club “Warm the Children” Richard Campbell
Wednesday September 27, 2023, Noon Meeting VFW Club “The Colossus Project” Lois Caldrello
Wednesday October 4, 2023, A. M. The Estuary SOS Tees Carolyn Lyle
Wednesday October 11, 2023, A. M. Saybrook Point Inn - SOM English
Wednesday October 18, 2023, Noon VFW Club Karen Terry District 7980 Youth Exchange Program
Wednesday October 25, 2023, Noon VFW Club Dominic Mantuano
AVENUES OF SERVICE
1.) Club Service
2.) Community Service
3.) Vocational Service
4.) New Generations
5.) International Service
A breakdown of all the sub committees is on our web site. Look it over.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
"Even with its high cost; living remains very popular."
