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Rotary Moment
John Meislahn |
Vesting Rotarians
President Mike introduced visiting Rotarians himself...in his
usual inimitable way.
Bob Marigo introduced our former member, Ed Burr. (Any
relation to Aaron Burr?)
| Almost President Louis Capuano was called upon by
Lame Duck Mike. Louis is back from Australia and the Rotary
International Conference. He stated that 22,000 Rotarians were present,
of which about 18,000 were lawyers (Louis’ estimate). The Prime Minister
of Queensland was a speaker as well as a mayor or two. Louis talked
about other various speakers that were present |
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Louis also announced some meetings pertaining to his upcoming year. He is
planning several preliminary Board meetings. Members of Louis’ Board of
Directors should contact him for information.
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Jeff Ray announced the Snoopy Ice Show, Tuesday
December 11. Tickets are $27 each. You must pay in advance for each
ticket. |
The seventh annual Golf event will be Friday August 8, 2 PM at Bennett
Valley Golf Course. Tickets are $45 for the entire event. There is no
billing the club....Send a check. The Barbeque, following the golf, will be
at Galvin Park.
Questions should be directed to Jeff for the above events.
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Gail Johnson announced that her exchange student
is soon to depart. She is having a gathering at her home on July 8th
5:30 PM for the farewell to her student. Contact her for details if
you’d like to attend....she would like you to be there. |
| Past President Brian Herndon, this year’s
Debunking Party Chair announced the signup sheet for the debunking is on
each table. He needs to know how many will attend so that the proper
amount of food can be ordered. The debunking is July 13th at the Wikiup
Swim Club. |
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Brian mentioned that $10,000 would be added to the Community Fund. Louis
mentioned that he would have liked the money to be available for his year!
| Steve Wright obtained his Blue Badge, for a
paltry $10. |
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Jack Bill also obtained his Blue Badge, also
for an additional paltry $10. |
Mike announced that a 5-member team is to be sponsored for a trip to San
Paulo Brazil. Interviews for team leader are July 9th, selection by July
25th. If you’re interested....
Jerry Arnold: Birthday, on June 18th. Jerry says she’s not
celebrating birthdays anymore. $25.
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Caroline Fox: Birthday, June 13th. She stated
that she didn’t want to talk about part of her celebrating....But she
had a great time. Caroline stated that her anniversaries (Marriage and
Club anniversaries) were missed by Lame Duck Mike. Fred Z
stated that he keeps Club Anniversary data also. Caroline elaborated a
bit more about her birthday, which led to her getting hit for $50. |
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Gil Lucas: Birthday, June 15th. He went to the
“City” with the family, and not on the Harley....This was his 50th
birthday. They did a bunch of nifty things for his birthday. This all
because he won’t turn 50 again. $50. |
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Rich Pratt: June 20th will be Rich’s birthday. He
did not mention his age. Rich stated that his 60th birthday was better
than his 50th. President Mike prodded on the birthday and discovered
that this will be Rich’s 62nd birthday. $10 (that’s all he had in his
wallet). |
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Past District Governor Mike Merrill: He took a
few extra days in Australia. He had a great time and has a lot of photos
of Louis having fun at the parties. After a bit of sparring with Pres
Mike, he was welcomed back… $25. |
Next it was Bob Marigo’s turn:
Bob: “I didn’t do anything”
Mike: “What happens on the 25sth this month Bob?”
Bob: “She turns 65 this month, this will save $100 a month! SHE’LL
BE ON MEDICARE!!!” (Squeak!!!)
Mike: “How much do you want to pay?”
Bob: “$100 to the Foundation”
| Paula Wrenn announced that Susan Nowacki
would be doing speakers next year. Any suggestions for speakers should
go to Susan. (Yes! Book ‘em early & book ‘em often! –Ed
J) |
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Da Raffle
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| 940938: Magic Number for the marble
draw....Don Ling....No Marble! |
Program:
K.I.D.S of Sonoma County
K.I.D.S of Sonoma County is an organization that seeks to assist children
who are part of families that have no health insurance. KIDS = Kids,
Insurance, Doctors and Solutions).
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Nancy Brown introduced a video that described the
program. In essence the Children’s’ Health Network, the organization’s
former name, helped children get medical care that would not otherwise
be available to them. There are over 200 physicians in Sonoma County
that participate in the program. All of the physicians volunteer their
time and skills. |
The mission statement: K.I.D.S of Sonoma County provides the children of
Sonoma County with opportunities to maintain and improve their health.
Working in conjunction with the Sonoma County Medical Association and the
Redwood Empire Dental Society we coordinate access to donated health care
for the uninsured and underserved....
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Your Bulletin Reporter:
Bob “Rasputin” Harris (are his followers also seeking
canonization for him?) |
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Your Editor:
Jim Valinoti |
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| Internal
Service Recognition Roster |
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June 16 |
June 23 |
June 30 |
July 1 |
| Cashier: |
Janet C. |
Jim H. |
Bob Z. |
Gary L/ |
| Set-up: |
Doug D. |
Doug D. |
Doug D. |
Doug D. |
| Set-up: |
Dave M. |
Dave M. |
Dave M. |
Dave M. |
| Greeter: |
Phil T. |
John W. |
Bill F. |
Tarina H. |
| Pledge: |
Bill D. |
John M.. |
Fred Z. |
Bill D. |
| Ticket Sales: |
Steve W. |
Ginny P. |
Dales S. |
Kyle S. |
| Moment: |
John M. |
Susan N. |
Lisa G. |
John M. |
| Photographer: |
Caroline Fox |
Caroline Fox |
Caroline Fox |
Caroline Fox |
| Programs: |
Paula Wrenn |
Paula Wrenn |
Paula Wrenn |
Paula Wrenn |
| Bulletin Reporter: |
Bob H. |
TBD |
Bill D. |
Bill D. |
| Bulletin Editor: |
Jim Valinoti |
Jim Valinoti |
Jim Valinoti |
Jim Valinoti |
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