IT HAPPENED THIS WEEK September 29, 2010
Posted by Daniel Cavanaugh Jr.
There are several ways that a Spouse's Night meeting differs from our regular weekly meetings. First, there are many spouses, friends, significant others and Rotary Partners in attendance. Second, the meeting is held in the evening and runs at a much more leisurely pace especially because the bar is open for business. Finally, there is usually a special program that provides for a great evening. In other ways the Spouse's Nights are like any other meeting. We started out the evening with an Invocation given by Janet Chabola, followed by the Pledge as led by Bill Cavaness, and then the Patriotic Song with Rob Barber. President Linda recognized 11 Honorary Rotarians and quite a few of them were in attendance. The eleven honorees were Jerry Chabola, Stephen Fry, Joe Francuz, Laura Ferre, Kit Betts, Tony Haworth, Ronda Garza, Buffy Cavaness, Jan Barber, and Mark and Jack Sugihara. What a fantastic group of people – all deserving of our gratitude and thanks. Announcements were brief and to the point with a mention that there are still tickets available for the Paul Harris Dinner on November 7th and a reminder to sell raffle tickets and buy brunch tickets to the 10K Brunch on October 16th. Next there was a fantastic presentation by Caroline Hale and Kelley Kessen, our two Rotary Student Exchange representatives who gave us a report on their recent trip to Japan. Judging by the pictures and stories, they had a life changing experience that they will always remember. With the Club business concluded, President Linda introduced champion line dancer Fred Gruchalla and his dance partner, who showed everyone all the right moves. It was a great night and everyone had fun. Have a good week Rotarians. Rotary Moments Announcements 10K Brunch at Shanghai Red's Culver City Rotary's biggest annual fundraiser is coming up on Saturday, October 16th at Shanghai Red's in Marina Del Rey. President Linda needs your support if we are to fund some of your favorite programs (YMCA, Boy Scouts, Culver City High School scholarships, etc.). Our donations to these fine organizations are made possible by your participation! Have you told your clients, customers, family and friends about the 10K? If you haven't already purchased tickets for our 31st annual 10K, please contact Buffy Francuz. Secure your brunch tickets at $39.00 now (the price goes up to $45.00 after October 6th). Please also note that all tickets currently out should be turned in by October 6th or they will be considered purchased. Buffy may be reached at 213/413-2460 or jfrancuz@msn.com