Newly appointed president Nick kicked off his first meeting promptly at7:17with the pledge of allegiance. and a few other tidbits. This day in history- the benefit concert Live Aid was heldsimultaneously at Wembley Stadium in London AND JFK Stadium inPhiladelphia. The event drew an estimated 1.5 billion viewers and raisedmillions of dollars for famine relief in Ethiopia. Also, Harrison Ford wasborn, (wondering if Mom may have been at the show?) Backed by trumpetter Harry James, Frank Sinatra recorded his first singleFrom The Bottom Of My Heart.And A Quote " there are two ways of spreading light, to be the candle orthe mirror that reflects it"Edith Wharton. Greeter was Diane,, next week Mona!
Guests were in abundance Julie, (scholarship recipient) sorry i did write down her last name but must've lost it. Former Sunrise Rotarians Amelia Farnum And Ellen Smith,
Announced A Fun sounding fundraiser for Brattleboro Area Hospice The Amazing Hunt A scavenger hunt On August 13TH Teams will have 50items to "hunt" around downtown. Join a team Or you will miss a lot of fun.
Kevin continuedhis fun streak by throwing fines for NOT signing our last group of students folder and it generated some cash. I for one added to the funds along with a list that read so long i couldnt keep up with the names.
Josh T, Thanked all who were able to help with moving the Afghan family into the new place. The kids are at day camps in the area having a great time. There was a sheep roast with fresh meat for all in attendance. Will spoke about gallery walk! a lovely event with live music and food trucks. Volunteer and get a free meal voucher. Justin and Toni announced that they cleared the basement at the legion hall and all the rotary schwag is out. have lots of "stuff" to disperse. t-shirts and mugs.
Brags Mona, had a wedding for her best friend, IT WAS PERFECT. Then newlyweds went on an also PERFECT honeymoon in Iceland. Marci, fine herself for not getting the minutes out from the LAST meeting! (OH THE SHAME!!) AND she attained her weight loss goal. ALSO can do a full body weight pull up!! Rich Hoppe, Kevin and Sandy were able to "convince" him to return to regular club attendance. He is recovering nicely from his shoulder dislocation!! Hios Kids have moved to a much easier to visit location in Maine. Loves that they are MUCH closer now. Turner went on an extended vacation in Michigan and to have his 52 year old daughter come stay with him for a week!! Toni went to Georgia for a week and had a great time traveling around the area with three sisters. Got to see a "bigfoot museum" Along with many other local attractions! Cards -8 of spades -no winners were present
SPEAKER was Brad Long of Efficiency Vermont. Spoke of some very good incentive s to have projects done that will improve efficiency in homes and businesses in the greater Brattleboro area. Who couldnt stand to save some money on their heating or electric bills? I will be contacting him for help on my energy usage. His contact info Is Brad Long 802-735-8083 Or email blong@veic.org spread the word and do your part to save the planet for future generations efficiencyvermont.com
President Nick then reminded us of a "happy hour" club that is forming in town. First meeting is Thursday The 21st of July (tomorrow) at 5;30 pm at the Saxtons river distillery. Finally closed the meeting with the four way test and cheers to a great first meeting!! 50 more and he can relax! As always any errors or omissions are purely the fault of anyone other than myself!!
