Paul Mikkelson started things off with a $20, and several others followed suit. Paul was happy that Nancy Nation was at the meetings He congratulated the Toronto Raptors for winning the NBA championship and comforted the Bruins for losing the NHL championship. Paul also put a silly True/False quiz on the tables to remind members of things not to do when seeking support for the golf tournament.
Larry Sullivan was glad to see Nancy, too, especially since she brought in three ads. He encouraged other members to follow her example.
Nancy was happy to be at the meeting. She talked about a golf tournament that is being held to honor her grandson Connor. The tournament is sold out far ahead of time. Nancy thinks that happened because the organizers believe in work being done to fight drug addiction. She says our golf outing could be sold out if we believe in what our club is doing to help the community. We shouldn't be afraid to ask for ads or golfers. Nancy said the cards and notes of support for her have meant so much. Se doesn't have the energy to thank each person individually, but it's not because she doesn't appreciate our encouragement and concern. She also thanked the club for the bench given in memory of Connor. It is in a place where Connor sat, which makes it even more meaningful. The bench has given Nancy and other members of her family comfort in their loss.
Gary Miller thanked the rain gods for holding off showers during the Canton Chamber's golf tournament. The tournament was a success and made some money. He also read an email from Michelle Traub, the member who leads the Interact Club at Canton High School. She tells us that three of the club's members participated in RYLA's (Rotary Youth Leadership Academy) conference this year and that one of the students, Nadia Gorbeno, was chosen to take part in the national summer trip. Michelle is expecting a big year for Interact in the fall.
Bob Cave was happy about the wonderful trip he took to Yellowstone with his granddaughter. He takes one grandchild on each trip, which works out very well.
Hank Frey was happy to be at the club after being away for several months. In fact, he was gone so long that someone asked if he is a new member. Hardly. He's been in the club since 1982.
Jimmy Ssekawaabe to be at the meeting. He can't imagine Friday without Rotary. (Neither can some of us "old dogs!")
Jolly Lux was happy that her fundraising event raised $ 8,000, although it prevented her from attending the President's Dinner. She was getting ready to leave for Uganda to oversee the building of a vocational center. She was proud that Global Orphans recieved the only international grant from the district this year and hopes to win it next year, too.
Carrie Firestone was happy that her dad enjoyed last year's tournament so much that he has been bugging her about getting signed up for this year - and he lives in New York state! The tournament is more than a local draw, and we should reach out to golfers beyond our immediate area.
Jeff Borges was happy to be at the meeting.
Ann Clark us that it was Flag Day on Friday.
Announcements
Nancy Nation asked whether the club wants to continue providing pencil boxes to a grade school in Hartford. The consensus was that the club thinks this is a great project! Phil and Beth Ferrari have agreed to take over leadership of the project. We usually pack the boxes in August, and it's a fun way to do service. Stay tuned for details.
