Our District Governor, Christene Freedman, was our guest speaker after a rousing rendition of the National Anthem by Dominic Mantuano. We now have a real flag. Christene spoke very eloquently about the Rotary Foundation and the District Managed Grants. When she was at the Wilton YMCA, she was able to obtain a DMG to teach swimming. Those classes greatly impacted Jordan's life; he went from deathly afraid of the water to a lifeguard. DMG grants have made a difference in our club as well.
She also discussed the theme for this year's RI President, Mental Health. A committee has been formed at the District level. She discussed her father, Charlie, and his fight with depression and his family not realizing it.
In addition, she talked about next year's theme for District Governor Robert Friend: Peace. Something with special meaning today. Thank you to all who attended.
