We were served a delicious dinner without power! Great job done by Fern staff. The power came on mid-way through the evening.
President Angela thanked this year's board members and the committee chairs for helpin to make it a terrific year .
This year's theme was Engage Rotary Change Lives. Engage new and old members was Angela's goal. She has ensured that new president training in place. We hosted the district conference which was a huge success. Student weekend was again another fabulous experience for students and hosts alike We have to keep our new members engaged who've all stepped up. Each Rotarian deserves recognition--- We've all had a positive impact on Angela's year. Special mention to Dale with help and advice Thank you all for making this year special. Thanks for allowing President Angela this opportunity!
Paul Harris fellows were recognized : Jane Langman, Nancy Amos and Tony Telford. Thanks for all that you do
Rotary Paul Harris contributors were recognized: Tony Antidormi: .1st. Tom. Bristow: 2nd. John Mattinson: 3rd.
Bill Shaw: 3 rd. Anne Ziegler: 4th Marilyn Hanson: 6th. Kevin Vennard: 6th. Lawrence Shaw: 7th. Mario Tulipano: 8th.
Marilyn presented the next award-- Pres Angela earned achievement award for Rotary Central.
Don Whitfield introduced John Mayo who did a special presentation John's father passed away Fall of 2013. John Mayo senior was a Rotarian from Ancaster, proud of the work he did in the community and wanted to honour his memory. Cheque given to upgrade the Rotary train.
Awards given by President Angela: . Kevin took over as Secretary. Engaged in every part of the club. He will be program coordinator and chair of bingo committee. Theme award given
Presidents award given to Nancy Welton for all that she does for the Club
Left handed sugar bowl award given out next. Started in 1968. Lots of comedians in the club. Kevin was given a paddle for his comments by Tony T. Award was won by Leanne Johnson . The Inspiration award was presented to Marilyn Hanson for inspiring us all!
President Angela passed the gavel to Nancy Amos, our incoming president. She spoke of Angela being a wonderful mentor and role model who always made time for Rotary. Angela left us with a well- organized Lobsterfest ,student weekend ,transitioning of leadership thru monthly meetings. Nancy thanked her for everything.
Nancy welcomed the New board for the upcoming year and introduced the new committee chairs.
Gary trail is new district governor from Lindsay. Theme this year is Light up Rotary. We each make a difference but together we can change the world work together as a team, reach out to other clubs . Our members are the lifeblood of our club. Nancy thanked us for having the confidence in her, and she is looking forward to her year as president ( as are we!).
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