Meeting Recap - December 20, 2010

Daughter’s Day!

Rotarians and guests were welcomed today in the beautifully decorated Radisson Ballroom by the big band sounds of our very own Rotary Rooters, while Rotarians and their daughters and granddaughters were able to have their portraits taken by Bill Smith Photography. Thanks also to Dave Higdon for providing the wonderful wine reception.

President Scot opened the meeting by welcoming all to this wonderful Rotary annual tradition, and handed the meeting reigns to the President for the Day, Franki Ann Stevens, granddaughter of Frank Poelman. Anna Crumley, daughter of Doug Crumley, reminded us all of the many things to be thankful for this season with her wonderful Invocation, followed by sisters Gwen and Ella Culleton, daughters of Jim Culleton, who led us all with the Pledge.

Franki then introduced Audrey Karina Solis, daughter of Eric Solis, who beautifully sang and led the entire audience in America the Beautiful in honor of our Military Service members who are celebrating this holiday season away from home. Afterwards, for the Thought for the Day, we were all treated to a special poem presented by Amaya  Barnes, granddaughter of Steve Heath.

Co-Sergeant-at-Arms duties were skillfully handled by Kate Costa and Emily Pons, daughters of Dan Costa and Jim Pons respectively, while Taylor Lowden, daughter of Jay Lowden, surveyed the room to recognize the daughters and granddaughters who were the youngest, traveled the furthest, and attended the most Daughter’s Days.

Franki then polled the room seeking the many Rotarians interested in Community Service and to have their wallets lightened.

To the delight of the audience, the program entertainment was provided by the Sacramento Theater Company’s Young Professionals Conservatory, performing scenes from “A Christmas Carol”. Lastly, in spite of his busy schedule, Santa Claus made a surprise appearance and led us all in a the Christmas favorite, Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer!

Thanks to all participating daughters and granddaughters, and to the great committee who made this program a smooth sailing success: Steve Heath, Linda Van Rees, Bruce Timm, Roy Alexander and Doug Crumley.