Rotary Club of Cary-Grove Weekly Bulletin (Feb 23, 2017)

Century Raffle

Galati's Hideaway

Mar 15, 2017 6:00 PM

Today's Guests

Posted by Linda Trexler on Feb 23, 2017

Our guest today was Robert Beezat, author of "Knowing and Loving", The Keys to Real Happiness.

Today's Winner

Posted by Linda Trexler on Feb 23, 2017

Today's winner was Dave, but he didn't draw the black tee.

Knowing and Loving Author, Robert Beezat

Those in attendance at this morning's meeting were fortunate enough to meet and hear author, Robert Beezat. Bob shared a presentation on his book "Knowing and Loving, The Keys to Real Happiness". His insightful book covers understanding who and what we are as human beings. He also demonstrated how the Rotary Four-Way Test ties nicely into achieving this goal. Bob also stayed after the meeting to sign copies of his book.

More information about Bob and his books is available at his website www.robertbeezat.com.

Fireside Chat - February Social Evening

Posted by Linda Trexler on Feb 23, 2017

A special thanks to Ted and Debbie for, once again, opening their home last Thursday for the club's monthly social event. The evening took on the "Fireside Chat" forum for business, and we all had an opportunity to visit socially in a welcoming environment. Ted and Debbie are truly gracious as host and hostess.

Scholarship Committee

Posted by Joe Trexler on Feb 02, 2017

Gil is pulling together a committee to look at the possibility of making a change in the scholarship format. He would like to have both existing committee members and those that are not familiar with the process to be involved in this review. Please let Gil know of your interest in participation.

Century Raffle

Posted by Joe Trexler on Feb 23, 2017

Steve Moore announced that this year's Century Raffle will be held at Galati's Hideaway on Wednesday, March 15th. There are still some tickets available, so it you can help with that effort, please let Steve know this week. Also, Steve would like to have the names of people you have sold tickets to as well as the checks for ticket sold as soon as possible. He is trying to eliminate getting all the tickets at once, which creates a lot data entry for him.

As in past years, there will be side raffles in addition to the main event, which will include "baskets of goodies" provided by the membership. If you are interested in putting together a basket, or would like to double with another Rotarian in doing so, please let Steve know. Each member is being asked to provide a six-pack of "Crafted" beer and a bottle of wine that will be used for the always popular, "Wine & Beer" raffle item.

Set up for the room will be 1:00PM on March 15th. Please bring your beer & wine at that time to avoid confusion of trying to get it arranged on the tables when our guests are present.

Joke of the Week

Posted by Joe Trexler on Feb 23, 2017

The Godfather, accompanied by his attorney, meets with his accountant. The Godfather says to the accountant, "Where's the three million bucks you embezzled from me?" When the accountant didn't answer, the Godfather pulls out his gun and demands "tell me where it is or I'll shoot you in the head and splatter your brains against the wall!"

The attorney interrupts, "Sir, the man is a deaf-mute, but I know sign language and can interpret for you." Using sign language he asks the accountant where the three million dollars is. The accountant signs back, "The money's hidden in a suitcase behind the shed in my backyard!"

"Well, what did he say?" asks the Godfather. The attorney replies, "He says he doesn't think you have the guts to pull the trigger."

End Polio Now Update

This morning's members in attendance had the pleasure of listening to Carol Wells, District 6440 End Polio Now Chair. Carol presented a brief history and update on the End Polio Now Campaign. She reviewed the history of polio, highlighting Rotary International's partnering with the World Health Organization, UNICEF and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in 1988. This newly formed partnership committed to eradicate Polio worldwide. There are still a few remote areas in Pakistan and neighboring Afghanistan experiencing outbreaks. Political unrest and conflict in these areas make it difficult to deliver the much needed vaccine.

Our club's support toward this effort has continued to be generous. Carol stressed that "Polio Eradication will be Rotary's Legacy to the World". Thanks to all who continue to support the campaign--no matter how small. We are very, very close to our goal.

To learn more about this topic and what you can do, visit Rotary International's website at http://www.rotary.com.

The Rotarian Magazine

Posted by Joseph Trexler

Lots happening in the world of Rotary. Read all about it in The Rotarian Magazine.

Rotary Action & Fellowship Groups

Posted by Joseph Trexler on Jan 07, 2016

One of President Steve's goals this year is to have at least one member join a Rotary Action Group or Rotary Fellowship Group. As stated on RI's website, a Rotarian Action Group is an autonomous group of Rotarians, family members, program participants and alumni who are experts in a particular field, such as micro-credit or water and sanitation. More information about these groups and their purpose can be found on RI's website.

Rotary Fellowships are independent groups of Rotarians, family members, program participants and alumni who share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends from around the world. Again, more detailed information is available at this link to RI's website.

If you haven't all ready done so, take the time to click on the two links above and see if there may be a group that fits with your interests. It's a great way to make new friends and to share common interests with Rotarians from around the world.

District 6440 Speakers Bureau

Posted by Joe Trexler

Looking for a good program? District 6440 has a list of speakers that are available to attend Rotary meetings to discuss a wide variety of topics. view the list on District 6440's website.

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