March 24, 2013 Spokesman
Posted by Pat Swenson
on Mar 27, 2015
March 23, 2015 Minutes
Scribe: Pat Swenson
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by President, John Pruitt. The flag salute was lead by Elizabeth (DeeDee) Rusnak. Mike Hunter provided a Rotary Minute from Adventure in Service Rotary book that was published in 1949. Mike shared from the book that included details about the very first meeting of Rotary between 4 businessmen (including Paul Harris) to discuss the formation of a group around business and community needs. This meeting was held on February 23, 1905 and lead to the formation of Rotary in 1907.
President John thanked Scott Becker for Greeting and Rick Walters for his efficient handling of our money. President John also welcomed back Neil Johnson and Dwight Olson.
Announcements: Neil Johnson distributed the Miracle League Game Schedule. Opening Day is Saturday, April 25, 2015, starting at 9:45 a.m. The game will be held at the Kirkland Boys & Girls Club. The first day needs about 8 volunteers to come early (about 9:00 a.m.) to help the players be fitted with their uniforms. Each game needs 25 to 30 volunteers to help with the players while they are on the field. Full schedule of games will be posted on our website and are attached to these minutes.
Brandon requested volunteers for the Lake Washington High School scholarship interviews. Harry and Mike volunteered to help.
Jason Overleese reminded everyone that our next meeting on March 30th will be at the new Police Station. Please bring $10 in cash or check, since we will not have the credit card machine. Also, for the food count, please RSVP to Jason, if you plan to attend.
Gary Bruner was able to give 4 members Paul Harris pins. Paul Harris pins are given for donations to the International Foundation. Dwight Olson received Paul Harris plus 8. Bob Webb Paul Harris plus 4. Steve Shinstrom Paul Harris plus 6. Our newest Paul Harris member is Rick Walter. Congratulations to all!
Happy Dollars were collected by Rick Walter---lots of happy folks.
Program: Why is my Shoulder Painful? Jason Overleese introduced Dr. Michael Codsi from Evergreen Hospital. Dr. Codsi covered the major reasons for shoulder pain: Age (the older we are the more likely to have shoulder pain). Repetitive Use (certain professions use the shoulder move than others). Injury (falls, auto accidents, etc.) Dr. Codsi addressed ways of reducing the shoulder pain and showed samples of shoulder surgeries. He indicated physical therapy and some drug therapy are prescribed before surgery is recommended.
The Lucky Ticket drawn was held and Patti Smith drew the lucky card. She did not draw the Joker. Our current pot has a total of $2200 with only 10 cards now remaining in the deck.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
President John’s thought for the week: “When music hits you, you feel no pain.”