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November 16, 2022
    CLUB NEWS
Back to the Golf Club - Yea!
Our November 9 meeting was the first at the new restaruant, The Lawn, located at the Wilmette Golf Club.  We had previously met at the golf club, but had to change location when the previous restaurant left.  By all accounts the meeting was well attended and the fhe food was great.  Next meeting on November 30, will include a live presentation, the first, at the new facility. Photos by Jackie Granat.
                               
Connections for the Homeless Giving Event
Last Saturday, several Rotarians volunteered to help at a Giving Event sponsored by Connections for the Homeless.  Warm coats and pantry items were given out to those who need this most. 
We are grateful to Operation Warm for donating some brand new winter coats to this effort.  In the photo, Mariana Al Far who recruited volunteers, Frank Candioto and Martha Sheridan.
            
 
Understanding "Shared" Memberships
Since 2017, when our bylaws were last updated, our club has recognized "Shared Memberships"; however, several members were not aware of this membership designation.  As stated in the bylaws in Article 5, Section 3 - 
 
"Shared Members (Shared Membership).  A shared membership has a primary member who is registered with Rotary International and a secondary member, or members (there shall not be more than two (2) secondary members) who is recognized as a member of the Rotary Club of Wilmette.  Only the primary member pays dues and only the primary member shall have the full rights, including voting rights, and obligations of a regular member. If the secondary member holds the office of President Elect Nominee or a higher office, they will be required to become a full member.  Shared memberships can be shared amongst spouses, family members, friends or business associates.  Shared memberships are open to two (2), but not more than three (3), individuals who, due to business travel or other long-term commitments, have difficulty meeting the attendance requirements."
 
We no longer have attendance requirements, but primary members and/or secondary members should try to attend meetings when they can. Secondary members will receive the newsletter and other member-wide communication.  
 
If you have questions about this type of membership, contact Debora Morris (debora@pftl.net)
 
Our Club Honored at TRF Celebration
On November 3, our District 6440 held an event to Celebrate District 6440’s engagement with The Rotary Foundation (TRF) and the district's impact locally and internationally.  
A highlight of the evening was recognizing four clubs with total contributions topping $1 Million to The Rotary Foundation: the Rotary Clubs of Highland-Park Highwood, Northbrook, Wheeling and Wilmette.  Ray Zeiss accepted the banner for our club and brought it to the November 9 club meeting for all to see. 
                               
 
Wilmette Harbor Rotary Holiday Fundraiser
The Wilmette Harbor Rotary Club's annual fundraiser is on now through December 3.  They always have wonderful items to purchase for the holidays. This year the items include 
wine, cheese, sausage, smoked salmon, chocolates, honey, honey caramels, olive oils, and raffle tickets for chances to win great prizes. If you are interested in purchases, the raffle, or you can order on-line using a credit card.   www.rotarygifts.com    
 
All orders and payments need to be received by December 3, 2022, so you won’t miss this opportunity. They will deliver products ordered on the 10th of December.  If you have any questions, please feel free to Jim Waite, at 224-216-9066 or jwaite@ops-asia.com   
 
Note: They have a limited supply of the honey and honey caramels, order today to reserve these items. 
 
 
Welcome!   
Our Motto:
Service Above Self
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Wilmette Golf Club
3900 Fairway Drive
Wilmette, IL 60091
United States of America
We have two groups one meets monthly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Noon at the Wilmette Golf Club. In-person and by Zoom. Contact debora@pftl.net for Zoom link. The other group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 7pm in different locations.
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Upcoming Speakers
Mar 08, 2023 12:00 PM
Trees of Wilmette
Trees of Wilmette

Kevin Sorby, Forester for the Village of Wilmette, will speak to us about how Wilmette maintains its 18,000 parkway trees, as well as tips about planting trees, dealing with tree damage, and related topics.

Location: Wilmette Golf Club

Mar 21, 2023 7:00 PM
Trees of Wilmette
Mar 22, 2023 12:00 PM
Overview of Club
Apr 12, 2023 12:00 PM
Sleep Wrecked Adults
Apr 18, 2023 7:00 PM
Building Peaceful Bridges
May 02, 2023 7:00 PM
Gun Violence, Trauma & Prevention
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Upcoming Events
Noon Club Meeting with Speaker
Mar 08, 2023
 
RAD Meeting with Speaker
Mar 21, 2023
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
 
Lunch-packing & RAD Meeting
Apr 04, 2023
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 
Noon Club Meeting with Speaker
Apr 12, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
 
RAD Meeting with Speaker
Apr 18, 2023
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
 
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Terry Porter
March 8
 
Kurt Zoller
March 13
 
Paul Waechtler
March 22
 
Join Date
Gayle Inbinder
March 1, 1990
33 years
 
Irene Paterno
March 1, 2021
2 years
 
John Flanagin
March 23, 2016
7 years
 
Linda Strand
March 23, 2016
7 years
 
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CLUB OFFICERS
President:   John Plante
SECRETARY: John Kilner
TREASURERS: Kent Meyers 
FOUNDATION TREASURER: John Flanagin
 
DIRECTORS:
 Frank Candioto-Brian Bradley-Debora Morris-Bob Taylor-Martha Sheridan
Jackie Granat-Laurie Cavalier-John Kilner- John Held
 
PRESIDENT, ROTARY INTERNATIONAL: Jennifer E. Jones
GOVERNOR, DISTRICT 6440: Bill Kmiecik
ASSISTANT GOVERNOR: Tracey Tebear
                                
 
Meeting Responsibilities
Meeting Assignments - March 8
 
Thought of the Day
Plante, John
 
Fun & Frolic
Alfar, Mariana
 
Meeting Assignments- March 22
 
Thought of the Day
Porter, Terry
 
Fun & Frolic
Brill, Rich
 
Meeting Assignments - April 12
 
Thought of the Day
Pratt, Cathy
 
Fun and Frolic
Jambor, Steve
 
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