President Cynthia Plouché opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, the singing of "God Bless America" and reciting The Four WayTest.
Comedian Larry Bloom has joined the MC lineup
AND... thanks to Bill Pigati for his generous donation! We will have an additional auction or two INCLUDING A PRE-PROHIBITION BOTTLE OF COGNAC!
Larry Block reminded us the Highland Park Strings Rotary Concert on May 22nd at 3:00 p.m.
SAVE THE DATE: The Annual Golf Outing is August 5th Mark your Calendars: Contact Jim Berardi
A reminder to reach out to and spread sunshine to our fellow Rotarians:
Ted Less at Whitehall (847-844--4600)
Henry Lipson (cell is 847-275-4475).
Len Tenner gave an update about Burt Schmarak recovering from hip surgery. He is expected to be out of commission for several weeks. BUT...Tuesday night, Burt called President Plouché to say that he has had a medical miracle and is able to attend the Gala on Saturday!
Larry Block, accompanied by Matt Jenetopulos on the piano, led the Club in singing "America The Beautiful" and "Happy Birthday" for Frank Schwermin and Mike Mills. Here's some pictures of these handsome birthday boys:
Frank Schwermin and Yesim Sonmez blowing out candles.
We are never without things to be thankful for: our health, our families and our friends, and last week's get together at Beelow's is just another reason.
David Israel, Senior Managing Director in the Investment Advisory group of Mesirow Financial, presented his take on the economy and advice for investing for retirement. He gave an example of a couple in their 60's who want to save to supplement social security and retirement, pay for their grandchildren's college education, and leave a legacy for their children. Interest rates are historically low, but should inch up, although there is now pressure in Japan and Europe to keep them low or even negative. Hence, the stock market although volatile last fall and the first couple of months this year is still a viable investment. While what is going on at the macro level is important, Mesirow focuses on the micro when advising individuals.
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