MSR Rotarians:
The Flatiron Building continues to struggle with repairing the elevator to our meeting location. We have moved around a bit over the past several weeks, but consulting with our Board, we have decided that we will meet at the Cathedral Church of the Nativity (321 Wyandotte Street, Bethlehem) until the end of the year. The intent is not to abandon using the Community Room at the Flatiron, and any updates will be passed on as we know them. This temporary change will remove the guesswork of where the meeting place will be, provide a quieter atmosphere for those attending in-person and especially online to hear, and it offers audio visual capabilities for our speakers that Seven Sirens didn’t have available. We are very grateful for use of their space, usually on very short notice.
Many of you know that there are two parking lots at the Cathedral, one off Wyandotte (usually called the upper lot) and off 3rd Street (the lower lot). Several spaces are marked “NB” and are reserved for New Bethany. These are located closer to the New Bethany buildings. Please try to avoid these spots, though it is unlikely that many will be needed early in the morning. Access to an elevator is available from the lower lot should you need it. You may also continue to park in the lot on 4th and Wyandotte and take the short walk to the Cathedral.
In other news, the four Area 2 clubs gathered this summer for our first joint picnic in Bethlehem Township. The weather was perfect for gathering for fun, food and fellowship. We are planning to make this an annual event.
We have several happenings coming up here in the fall. Especially this week, DG Mary Cook will be joining us for her official visit and to share in the fellowship of Rotary. She will also be inducting our newest Rotarian, Fred Rooney. The Celtic Classic 5k and the Salute the Troops Concert are also coming up. We are also working on the Holiday meeting with the Liberty High Chorus. Please check the website, weekly bulletin, calendar, and any emails for other events and service project opportunities.
Yours in Rotary,
Rodney Conn
President