After Rotarian Jacobson levied much deserved fines to offenders present and Past President Matt spoke (encouraging all to attend the Grey Cup/Smokey and Bandit themed Movember fundraiser), Wendell reminded all about the Sparkle Spiel Curling fundraiser coming up.
Quitterie our Exchange Student presented on her life, family and French culture.
She shared that she was from the far north of France, almost on the border with Belgium. Although she is from small community called Arras the nearest city is Lille, just 15 minutes from the Belgian border. She outlined the historical background of her community noting that the area had been invaded many times since the 12th century affecting the region's culture, cuisine and architecture. She noted the Spanish influence of her town square and the Gothic and post Gothic influences.
She shared that the most sacred of Canadian monuments was near by and that she proudly visited the WWI Vimy Memorial (depicted on the back of our $20 bill) just before she left for Canada.
She introduced everyone to her friends and family including her two younger brothers, Dad, a historical car enthusiast, and her art and philosophy loving Mom.