Spoke 7-17-2014
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Called to order by: Garlan Hoskin
Opening Song: ROTARY
Patriotic Song: My Country Tis of Thee
Invocation: Garlan Hoskin
Song Leader: Jane Mason Song: Home on the Range
Visiting Rotarians:
None
Guests:
None
Raffle: Paul Tierney guesses Club Secretary Steve Whitman's economic question correctly to pick ticket. Bill Babineau unable to find Queen of Hearts.
Announcements:
Ernst reminded members who were working on the River cleanup project to meet at the Skate Park in West Lebanon (where breakfast is being served by the Hanover Rotary Club). Volunteers will be assigned areas for cleanup at that time. Volunteers meet at CCB for post cleanup lunch.
Garlan reminded members that our next meeting is being held at Garlan's home (President's BBQ).
Garlan also reminded those who have not done so to pay for the tickets associated with the 4th of July Pie event.
D.G. Bruce Pacht talked about the new banner which will reside in our Club throughout the year that Bruce serves as District Governor.
Bruce also spoke of his recent visits to various Clubs within the District. He offered observations on the Rotary event he recently attended in CA, and mentioned an upcoming celebration (100 years?) by the Sherbrooke Rotary Club.
Betsey announced the gift to Jon Blodgett as a Thank You for all his efforts on behalf of the Club.
Garlan announced the resignation of Carla Skinner and Jay Hutchins.
Brags:
Jennifer indicated that her daughter arrived safely in Sweden where she is visiting her grandparents.
Paul bragged about his daughter's wedding.
Rick bragged about recent outdoor recreation he shared with his son, and pre-announced the imminent arrival of his first granddaughter.
Rotary Minute: Steve Usle talked about the importance of teamwork (especially as related to the upcoming auction).
Speaker: Steve Usle and Jane Mason spoke briefly about the Auction. As there was a computer glitch, Garlan is allocating a few minutes of the July 31 meeting to the Auction.