Bow Rotary Club's
Weekly Bulletin
 
Bulletin For May 15th, 2020
Today’s Greeter: Judy Goodnow welcomed members to Bow Rotary and offered some words of wisdom.
Attendance:
  • 31 Virtual Bow Rotarians
  • 1  Guest: Linda Bliss
  • 1  Guest speakers
Total of 33
 
Announcements:
  • Matt Gatzke updated the club on the covid-19 grant. Due to some unforeseen circumstances, the original grant intention/focus had to be modified. We are now focusing on local food assistance; such as the NH Foodbank, The Friendly Kitchen, and Friends for Forgotten Children.
  • There will be a Board of Directors meeting next week, and next week’s club meeting will be club assembly.
  • There WILL be a club meeting on Friday, June 12. Originally the club was going to cancel the meeting as we would have held the annual award ceremony at that time. However, with the postponement of the ceremony, we will now hold a club meeting.
Sergeant at Arms: Matt Dodge
 
Happy Bucks:    
  • Rick Minard was happy to soon be picking up his son from Clarkson University after another successful year. Only 1 more to go.
  • Mike Griffin gave kudos to the caliber of speakers we have been having, and in particular last week’s speaker.
  • Linda Bliss was happy to announce that her grandson was accepted into Clarkson University and has decided to attend there.
  • Peter Imse was happy to be welcoming a new grandchild into the family.
  • With that “reminder”, Bob Couch was happy to announce that his daughter is currently pregnant with child #2.
  • And not to be outdone (are we starting to see a theme here yet? I think we’re past the puzzles and Sudokus…), Dick Swett was happy to inform the club that 3 family members are currently pregnant. This will result in grandchild #9, #10, and #11.
  • Chris Parkinson is not pregnant, but was happy that Linda Bliss has decided to become a Bow Rotary club member. Welcome Linda!
  • Harry Judd offered a “not-so-happy” buck for the passing of long-time friend and town advocate Tom Fagan.
  • Dave Scanlan was happy that he will be attending a virtual graduation for his daughter, who will be  graduating from John Hopkins.
Program:
Today’s speaker was Dawn Triconi, the Executive Director of Intown Concord. Dawn was asked to provide an update on events and plans regarding the re-opening of downtown Concord.
For those that may not know, the mission of Intown is to promote and enhance the business environment, cultural activities, housing and appearance of historic downtown Concord.
Some of the up-and-coming events include:
  • A virtual prom for all local area high school seniors. Entitled “An Evening In The Clouds” it will be held on June 19 starting at 7:00pm. See the website for more information.
  • Market Days has been moved to August and will now be tentatively held August 20, 21, and 22.
  • Upstairs/Downstairs walking tour is now being held on September 10
A question/answer period followed. For more information on these events and all upcoming events, sign up for the newsletter and/or visit https://intownconcord.org  
                                               
Respectfully submitted,
Robert Louf
Potential Speaker Listing
Posted on Jul 17, 2019
Member: If you have Program responsibilities for an upcoming meeting and are in need of a speaker,
the following people have acknowledged their interest in speaking to our club as of 2/3/18.
 
Retired Brigadier General Steve Curry, NH Veterans Cemetery Association/Veterans Heritage Learning Center
Present/Discuss the Veterans Heritage Learning Center project
Contact: General Steve Curry: info@nhvca.org
(603) 796-2026
 
Jennifer Goodman, Executive Director
NH Preservation Alliance
The New Hampshire Preservation Alliance strengthens communities and stimulates local economies by encouraging the protection and revival of historic buildings and places.
 
Mike Pacheco, Executive Director
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)
ESGR is a Department of Defense organization that was established to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve 
members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee’s military commitment
 
Rex Reitz - Family Promise of Greater Concord
 
Pamela Dube, Senior Director of Communications
Easterseals NH
We would love the opportunity to speak at an upcoming meeting to thank you for continuing to make a difference in your communities and tell you a little more about our organization and our 80-year history in the state. We know that Rotarians are committed to "encourage and foster the ideal of service". ESNH shares that mission with over 90 programs designed to help people of all ages with disabilities and special needs.
 
Sarah Castelot - Caring Companions at Easter Seals.
They offer non medical, in home care for individuals, elderly,
or with chronic or mental illness. They work very closely with folks with Alzheimer's and
are all Certified Dementia Practitioners. 
 
Karen McNamara - The Concord Crisis Center
Talk about the Center as Bow is one of the towns in their catchment area.
 
Mary Beth Walz
Her trip to Machu Picchu and remote areas of Bolivia. 
Contact info: h. 225-1968
 
Norma Milne 
Advance Care Planning volunteer
insuragy@gmail.com | 603-494-1756
 
Debbie Roy - Bowl for Kids Sake
Development and Outreach Manager Big Brothers Big Sisters
OFFICE: 603.430.1140 ext. 1001
EMAIL: droy@bbbsnh.org
 
 
Regards,
Rick Minard, 2019-20 Program Chair 
rminard@comcast.net
 
 
 
 
Russell Hampton
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