Rotary Rays – June 10, 2013
Adam led the invocation
Melissa noted there were no birthdays or anniversaries
Paul Benedict is still being kept in our thoughts
50/50 – Frances number was drawn, the joker was selected and she will receive 15% of the funds collected
Sargent at Arms:
· Lynn attended a conference thanks to Cate, her granddaughter turned two and she is pleased to announce another grandchild is coming.
· Ted celebrated the 18th inning of the Blue Jays game
· Ron was pleased with the success of the Peace Dinner, 130 people attended and there will be between $7-900 to donate to DASO. Good meal and good speaker. He has also received 8-9 emails from the incoming exchange student. She will arrive August 8th in time for the Dragon Boat event.
· Eric pleased to announce his wife has secured a full time teaching job.
· Ifhan was happy to announce that Quality Inn Woodstock is in the top 3% of the 6000 Quality Inns.
· Melissa discovered and met her half cousin
· Robert celebrated the 50th anniversary of his medical school
· Chris announced that it is National Senior Appreciation Month
· Lisa attended the GED awards night – the students were very proud of their accomplishments
· Robin noted that the bank is increasing the mortgage rates
· Melissa noted that she attended the Harvey Woods Open House. Very good to see the model.
· Melissa also asked everyone to remember Phil Dutton, his wife passed away and she will be very missed.
Announcements:
Foundation Committee meeting today following the meeting.
Board of Directors meeting following the meeting today.
President Citation Awards dinner coming up and our club is being honored again, let Melissa know if you want to attend.
Membership: Don reminded everyone that membership dues are due now.
Golf Tournament: Ifhan announced that the Golf Tournament is next Monday June 17th. There will be a shot gun start following the meeting at 2pm. A Barbaque will follow at the Quality Inn. Please see up with Ifhan. Hole sponsorship is still being sought so if you are interested please contact Tim.
Fun League: If you are interested in signing up for the Fun League contact Rick or Dave.
Dragon Boat: Dragon Boat event is coming up and anyone interested in participating is welcome to put a team together and join in.
Meals On Wheels: Fred is still looking for volunteers to assist with Meals on Wheels deliveries during June 24-28th. Several volunteers are needed. Please contact Fred to assist with this worthwhile and fun activity.
Youth Committee: No report
Guest Speaker:
Melissa introduced David, our exchange student to make a presentation.
This was David’s last presentation as his exchange is coming to an end. He showed a slide presentation of his activities during his stay and thanked everyone for the “best year of his life”