The focus of the Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) is Child Abuse: Prevention, Intervention and Treatment. CPC envisions a community in which children are safe from abuse and free to thrive.  Doug's topic is a perfect fit to our Club's mission.  This is an opportunity to understand the current state of child abuse in Sarasota County and the State of Florida.

Book Buddies -  The children's book request letters (and their excellent drawings) have been sent to buddies.  Purchased books are due at the Early Learning Coalition (ELC) by November 18th.  Save the postage and bring your books to the November 16th meeting for transport to the ELC.   If you were expecting a book request letter and have not received one, please contact Project Chair Matt Anderson.

The annual Veteran's Day Breakfast November 11th, sponsored by the Downtown Club.  Is always a memorable event, especially for veterans and family members.  Contact Carolyn Kofler of you missed the sign-up.

Food Drive Kick-Off - Food Drive Chair Marianna Ehmke, has designated Wednesday November 9th as our annual Food Drive's official Kick-Off.  Please read the Feature Story below and bring your first donation Wednesday.  We know how to do this, let's get-it-done.

Bowls of Hope - Marianna Ehmke "suggests" that members attend the Bowls of Hope event at Ed Smith Stadium on November 13th, 11:00 am to 2:00 PM.  Go to the Bowls of Hope web page to reserve for the event.  This continues our Club's support for All Faiths Food Bank. 

Kettle Duty Saturday December 10th - Chair Joe Sikora asks that you take an hour Saturday December 10th and report for "Kettle Duty" at the Landings Publix. Choose your time slot and sign up at Wednesday's meeting or contact Joe directly.