Roger Harvey and Scott Burridge presented $3,000.00 from profits the Recent District Conference to Dr Michelle Dickenson to assist with publication of a kitchen science cookbook in which every recipe is a science experiment.
Michelle's intention is to sell the book on a one plus one basis in that for every book is sold one book is donated to individuals who otherwise would not be able to afford it.
It is anticipated there will be in October launch. Look out for that. Your editor will be.
Paul Monk and Neil Swanney presented from the proceeds of the Play it Strange concepts a cheque for part of the proceeds to Autism New Zealand. Carol Lonergan from Autism New Zealand following receipt of the donation thanked the members and told us that the funds would be applied to assisting the placement of autistic adults into employment. While a sometimes challenging exercise it can be rewarding. A very worthwhile cause.
Mike Chunn then commented on the origins of the Play it Strange concert the genesis of which was a coffee meeting in Parnell. Given the success of this year's concert the intention is to run a concert in 2018 making it bigger and better.
