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The evening began with a cocktail hour and fellowship by fellow Rotarians and guests.  Attendees had a photo op as they arrived. (A few are pictured below).

 

President Pat arrived quite confused as he noticed the attendees were dressed in 'red-neck' outfits.  Later in the program, after dinner, he soon found out why, as he was outfitted with his own "outfit". (see above)

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DEMOTION PROGRAM: Judy St. John began the evening by welcoming everyone and explaining the history behind the club's 'Demotion' of the outgoing President.

 

Karen Furnari then led the club in a not so "inspirational moment"; After which, guests were then invited to enjoy dinner.

 

After dinner, Judy explained to everyone that the Rotary Club is very diverse. She, for instance was the first woman president. She explained " we have dentists, doctors, financial advisors, bankers, lawyers, real estate agents and so on.  We also have made the effort to bring in a cross section of members who represent different ethnicities found in our broader community.  And now this year with Pat McCoy’s presidency, we have achieved a new diversity milestone!    Pat “McCoy” ............ is our first Irish President!!"

 

She then went on to explain that Pat is actually part of the Irish Mc Coys that immigrated to the US and settled in Appalachia where they became famous for their feud with the Hatfields which continues today.

 

So given that we are a Peace Building Club, it was decided once and for all to see if a lasting peace could be forged to this longstanding feud.  What better way than to duel it out in a rousing game of "THE THOUSAND OAKS ROTARY FAMILY FEUD".

 

With that, David Masci, was introduced as the game show host, and the competition ensued.  The "Feud" continued for several rounds as the contestants battled to see who could answer the questions and gain the most points. 

 

In the end..... the Mc Coy's were victorious.  David then congratulated Pat on his victory and on his year as the Thousand Oaks Rotary President and asked Past President Patricia Jones to present out-going First Lady Naomi with a congratulatory and thank you bouquet of flowers.

President Pat began his part of the program by singing Frank Sinatra's "I Did It My Way", but changed the words up to say "Your Way" as a tribute to the club.  As he was setting up for his song, his son- Julian Mc Coy entertained the crowd with a couple songs on his Saxaphone.

 

Pat then began his awards presentations.  First giving recognition to board members (who were not at last week's Rotary Meeting). Eduardo Mora Donato, Nelson Buss and Susan Murata.

 

He presented a Special Presidents Recognition in appreciation for their commitment and service in Rotary to: Maria Prescott, Vicki Arndt (for her meaningful projects), Kim De Broux, Jessica Sassalos, Crystal Evans (not pictured), Marissa Buss, Trevor Tylock, Felix Wang not pictured, Dave Wender (for his Expertise and Talents) not pictured , Ean Klieger (Audio/Visual Tech), John Bradley (not pictured), Ken Warner (not pictured) Placide da Silva, Joani (Pappas) + Ed Smith (for leadership with the Holiday program).

 

His other special presentations:

 

 

 

After the awards Pat invited incoming President Darin Arrasmith and incoming President Elect Michelle Nash to come forward.  Darin was presented with his Presidents pin and name badge, and Michelle was presented with her President Elect pin.

 

Darin then thanked Pat for an incredible year of good fun and great leadership and promised to carry on the great job in his coming year.  He then presented Pat with a presidential gavel plaque.

 

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