Last week we had our meeting at Pete's Continental Restaurant - thank you Pete for hosting us! The topic was Video Gambling and we heard from Michael Bond, a former state senator, who is an owner and manager of a firm that owns more than 900 slot and video poker machines in the state, including the machines in Pete's restaurant.
During the October 16th Village Board Meeting, the Board passed a proclamation recognizing World Polio Day on October 24. Past President Dane showed a video about Rotary and other organizations' efforts to eradicate polio along with a stirring speech about our End Polio Now campaign.
Also, club member Steve Balinski received the Bill Reid Community Service Award, given by Past Past President Aaron. Bo is a very worthy recipient of the award, with many years of dedication to the community through our Rotary club and other organizations such as the Special Olympics and Make a Wish Foundation. Congratulations, Bo! Thanks to all the Rotarians who were present to support Bo.
A day of transforming individuals, building leaders, discovering passions and strengths -focusing on what Rotarians want to do in Making a Difference in the World
Who should attend: Enthusiastic Rotarians and Rotoractors
What is it: One Rotary Summit – joining together Rotary Leaders to exchange ideas on energizing and boosting your club for Growth, Service and Public Interaction. Engage fresh new thinking and take home Hands-On Tools to strengthen Membership, Public Image and involvement in Foundation Programs.
When is it: Saturday, October 21, 2017. Registration begins at 8am, programs start at 8:30am. Harper College (Wojcik Convention Center) 1200 W. Algonquin RdPalatine, IL60067. See more information here: http://rotary6440.org/event/one-rotary-summit-1/ Not just for leadership, this exciting hands-on opportunity is for all Rotarians. It will change the face of your Rotary Club and your community!
No Breakfast
Outdoor BBQ picnic at lunchtime. Bring the family! All are welcome.
We will welcome Steve Dudenhoefer, the founder of Ak’ Tenamit, and Graciela Coy, the president of Ak’ Tenamit, at a celebratory dinner on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at Continental Restaurant.
The dinner is a fundraiser for Ak' Tenamit. We are inviting all Ak' Tenamit project alumni, as well as family, friends and other Rotarians. Steve and Graciela will give a presentation about Ak' Tenamit. There will have a 50/50 raffle, as well as a drawings for a variety of Guatemalan handicrafts.
The cost is $40/person. Cash bar will open at 6:00pm, followed by dinner at 7:00pm. Please see either Dan Wolf or Stephen Legge about this exciting event!
You can follow Michelle (Jing's daughter and our outbound exchange student) during her exchange in Brazil. Click here for her blog!! https://iminbrazilexchange.wordpress.com/author/moobrien/
Denny Snyder reminds the club about the following dates for the food distribution:
November 15 and 16, if needed - 4 pm - 8 pm, packing and sorting food boxes at the former Arlington Toyota, 935 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove for the food distribution on Nov. 18
November 18 - Food Basket Distribution from the former Arlington Toyota, 935 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove, 8:30 am -12:30
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Gabriel has given us his wish list for his year with us - these are things he would like to experience. Please see if you can grant a wish for him!