Andrea Donovan described how she advises and provides information that will streamline the process of choosing alternate living arrangements for seniors
The Club Mentors will help new members during the first few months of membership learn about Rotary, our Club and which of the Five Avenues they are interested in.
Three esteemed members have stepped up to share the position: Carlos Frum, Rick Rivkin and Jim Kucienski.
Welcome to the club Nathan Levin. Larry Kanar inducted Nathan with the help of his sponsor Andy Vass. We look forward to knowing our newest member.
Alan Karzen is looking for ideas and help for a Casino Night fundraiser planned for November 18. See Alan for date of planning meetings.
Mike Riggle announced that next week we will begin our 45th year of student guests.
Mark Your Calendar!
9/9-Blood Drive at Sunset Foods
9/11-Rotary Rush Happy Hour & Membership Meeting: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at Lucky Fish, 1349 Shermer Road in Northbrook. Bring friends who are interested in leaving about Rotary and the Rotary Club of Northbrook. Please RSVP to Jim Karagianis.
9/24-Rotary Sponsored Northbrook Symphony Concert: 4:00 pm at the Sheely Center for Performing Arts (GBN). The concert features special music for younger children and grandchildren. Tickets are free. Call the NSO office for more information.
Happy Birthday Ron Bernardi and we even had a huge cake on hand.
We’re truly international. Only 16 years after being founded, Rotary had clubs on six continents. Today, members in nearly every country work to solve some of our world’s most challenging problems. We persevere in tough times.
During World War II, Rotary clubs in Austria, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Spain were forced to disband. Despite the risks, many continued to meet informally, and after the war, Rotary members came together to rebuild their clubs and their countries. We’re committed to service, and we’re not afraid to dream big and set bold goals. We began our fight against polio in 1979 with a project to immunize 6 million children in the Philippines.
Today, polio remains endemic in only three countries — down from 125 in 1988.
One of the colorful traditions of many Rotary clubs is the exchange of small banners, flags or pennants. Rotarians traveling to distant locations often take banners to exchange at "make-up" meetings as a token of friendship.
Many clubs use the decorative banners they have received for attractive displays at club meetings and district events. The Rotary International board recognized the growing popularity of the banner exchange back in 1959 and suggested that those clubs that participate in such exchanges give careful thought to the design of their banners in order that they be distinctive and expressive of the community and country of which the club is a part.
It is recommended that banners include pictures, slogans or designs that portray the territorial area of the club. The board was also mindful of the financial burden such exchanges may impose upon some clubs, especially in popular areas where many visitors make up and request to exchange. In all instances, clubs are cautioned to exercise discretion and moderation in the exchange of banners in order that the financial obligations do not interfere with the basic service activities of the club.
Exchanging club banners is a very pleasant custom, especially when a creative and artistic banner tells an interesting story of community pride. The exchange of banners is a significant tradition of Rotary and serves as a tangible symbol of our international fellowship.
A SHOT OF WHISKEY-In the old west a .45 cartridge for a six-gun cost 12 cents, so did a glass of whiskey. If a cowhand was low on cash he would often give the bartender a cartridge in exchange for a drink. This became known as a "shot" of whiskey.
SLEEP TIGHT-Early beds were made with a wooden frame. Ropes were tied across the frame in a criss-cross pattern. A Straw mattress was then put on top of the ropes.Over time the ropes stretched, causing the bed to sag. The owner would then tighten the ropes to get a better night's sleep.
OVER A BARREL-In the days before CPR a drowning victim would be placed Face down over a barrel and the barrel would be rolled back and forth in a effort to empty the lungs of water. It was rarely effective. If you are over a barrel you are in deep trouble.
BARGE IN-Heavy freight was moved along the Mississippi in large barges pushed by steamboats. These were hard to control and would sometimes swing into piers or other boats. People would say they "barged in".
HOGWASH-Steamboats carried both people and animals. Since pigs smelled so bad they would be washed before being put on board. The mud and other filth that was washed off was considered useless "hog wash".
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Happy Birthday Ron Bernardi and we even had a huge cake on hand.
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