Rotary Meeting June 9 Desert Airs

 President Ryan introduced Ray Renault as the luncheon speaker. Ray is the Chorus Director of the Desert Airs Men's Chorus and he led off with a marvelous video of the world winners of men's chorus groups. The Desert Airs are a local group originating 5 years ago now having 20 singers coming from Osoyoos, Oliver, OK Falls, Naramata and Penticton. They meet once a week in Osoyoos or Oliver to work on singing techniques, music instruction and practice repertoires to be performed in various local venues such as Senior Centers, Canada Day celebrations, and clubs .....perhaps even at Rotary Installation dinners? While singing is the main focus, there is also fun and the camaraderie of men singing music together in harmony. Our own Ron Leigh is a member of the chorus!   There were 13 members and 3 guests to enjoy the presentation. Cheryle, Jim and Sarah gave rave reviews of the District Conference last week in Ellensburg and implored all to plan to attend next year's in Penticton. Holly drew the winning ticket and then the joker! She generously donated the winnings.