Pledge: Pres. Joan Camire
Prayer: Gerri Lewis
Song: Bill McLaughlin led us in America the Beautiful
Brents Card Game Winner: Ed Pinn
Sergeants Report: Bob Antoniac
Raffle Winners: Carroll, Jason, Ed
Happy Bucks: Ed was very happy donating his card game winnings
Announcements:
Joan Camire announced that those seated at table #3 were responsible for programs in September however, the meeting on Sept. 15 will feature a visit by the District Governor, Julie (visit http://www.rotary7980.org/) and the meeting of Sept. 8 is a business meeting. Programs are needed for Sept. 1, Sept. 8 (short one) and Sept. 22. For the of meeting of Sept. 29 an evening meeting is planned (place to be determined) and Bill Suits may have a program.
Other dates of note:
9/11 Foundation Seminar
9/25 Interact Advisory
10/13 Public Relations Seminar in Meriden, growing membership is the goal
10/24 Presidents, Presidents-Elect Meeting
Carroll Bowser read a note of appreciation from the organizers of the World Affairs Seminar where we sent 3 students. Our has proudly participated in this leadership program that helps give students insights in global issues that effect us all, for years. See the section WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR on this page.
Bill Bernhart reminded everyone about the Chester Clubs Lobster Fest on 9/11. This is a great fundraiser the Chester Club has done for years..lets support it, Bill is selling tickets.
Treasurer's Report: Paul Moore
Paul handed out spreadsheets showing income and expenditures for the club and Foundation. Paul has a couple of bills to pay and there is still some money due from the golf tournament. Sadly, one of our scholarship recipients has been disqualified from receiving more scholarship money due to falling below a 3.0 gpa. The club's investments appear to be holding steady.
October 2 Fundraiser
Pres. Joan Camire talked about a new program provided by the Valley Shore YMCA in conjunction with the Lance Armstrong Foundation that benefits cancer survivors. Its a 12 week program that is free to the participant and helps move the individual back to physical healing and strength. This program is unique and the Y receives some support from the United Way and Middlesex Hospital. The Y is also planning its own fundraiser and the club is taking part. On Sat. Oct. 2, there will be a 50K bike ride, a 5K bike ride and a 1K walk. Our club will sell hot dogs and cold drinks at the Fort area. Registration is at 9am. This will provide the club with some needed revenues while helping out with the event - a win-win.
The meeting was ended with the 4-way test.
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