ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Hilda Finnigan drew the seven of Hearts; consolation prize was toothpaste
Sgt At Arms Bob Koski challenged members with several quiz questions re the Leafs, Raptors, Winnipeg vs Nashville and the Royal Wedding
HAPPY TOONIES:
Dave A - happy to see eight (8) PDGs in one week (tonight and Thursday) , plus a current DG (on Thursday) , plus a future DG (tonight) at our Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood
Pres Ted - very happy that we with others were able to package 16,868 meals for Kids against Hunger, reported that his grandson who suffered a concussion is definitely off school for a period of time along with other restrictions and is not a happy camper!
Sonya Thompson enjoyed the camaraderie of packing lunches and the May 8 “District 7070 Rotary Foundation Lunch", thanks everyone for their continued support during personal conflicts
Lars Hendriksson happy to be here and on time considering potential for traffic problems
PDG Jim Loutitt happy to be here
Larry Hurren attended Wellness Seminar - Dr. Narini recommends we eat nothing that comes from fur, feathers, fins (fff), does not leave much to eat!!
Lennis off to Holland Michigan, will miss the Reverse Draw
Hilda Finnigan happy to welcome our special guests
Robbie Larocque had a good day Saturday with his son, going to Science Rendezvous at UOIT May 12
Bob Koski - kudos for Kids for Hunger project and pride in his 10 yr old granddaughter winning ++ ribbons on Field Day, she also, plays the saxophone
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
Not the usual Rotary Moment but a special moment for Oshawa Parkwood Rotary. District Grants Chr. Lars Hendriksson presented a District Grant of $7200.00 to Lennis Trotter Chr. of the Kids safety Village Committee. This grant applied for on behalf of the ten (10) Rotary Clubs in Durham Region is in support of our "signature" project KSV of Durham Region.
A second special moment for our club was receiving First Prize in the 2016-17 District Governor's Membership Challenge and our membership increase in the 2016-17 Rotary year. This challenge was issued by then DG Jim Loutitt who presented the award to PP David Andrews. PDG Jim also, recognized the efforts of Membership Chr. Linda Porritt and Membership Director Lennis Trotter. The value of this award is $2500.00 to be used on service projects.
GUEST SPEAKER:
David Andrews walked us through set up and final planning for our Reverse Draw. He asked for an received volunteers for the evening of the draw. David reminded us that the evening should flow smoothly and move along in a timely manner. The number of meals requested is 130, the Golf Club will be prepared for more should the need arise. Set up of the Silent Auction items will begin at approx. 3PM. We anticipate a successful evening. Thanks to all who donated and/or sought donations and to those who have worked so hard to make this, our largest fundraiser, a classy event.
Meeting adjourned by Pres. Ted.
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