August 4, 2008 Spokesman
Minutes of the Rotary Club of Kirkland's Annual Salmon Bake, 8/4/08
6 PM on another gorgeous day in August, everyone gathered around the wine tables at the Normans, people quickly moving from the wine tables to the hors d'oeuvres tables; on these tables, the best of the best - sushi, stuffed mushrooms, brie - it must be the annual Rotary Salmon Bake.
Several folks discussed the unpleasantness at the City Council - glad they were here, but curious as to how the Council could ever climb out of the hole they have dug for themselves.
Back to more entertaining subjects, (if indeed that is possible).
Since no business was conducted, I once again donned my Roving Reporter hat and present the following observations as proof that the highest standards have been adhered to by all who have contributed to the success of this event. (Unfortunately, Chuck Morgan, our most distinguished and experienced ex-journalist was unable to attend and to help defend Freedom of the Press from further attempts to suborn this principle by Mr Gary Redfern. In his defense, this time Mr. Redfern limited his efforts to counseling attendees not to talk to your Roving Reporter (RR), rather than, as last time, attending to intimidate your RR.
Brandon Honcoop took the honors for the first Rotarian to spill his drink on himself.
Our wine steward, Mr. Norman is providing excellent service.
In the full flush of nostalgia (or wine, or something), perhaps inspired by my
Our garbage steward, Joanne Primavera, came around to collect our detritus - looks like we have a larger carbon footprint than we should.
If possible, the desserts were better (maybe as good as) the salmon. Our compliments to the chef and organizers of this event, Gary and Ingrid Bruner, for some of the best salmon ever served. Additional compliments to our decorator, Alice Volpe, and our hosts, the Normans, for a wonderful setting for these culinary delights.
President Bob Webb recognized and thanked everyone involved, and also announced that we have managed to acquire a host family for the first phase of our 'new' Pascal's visit as this year's exchange student. More hosts are needed for the later months, however.
As word that I am once again Salmon Bake Scribe began to circulate (see Gary Redfern's role, above), people began to avoid me. I cannot imagine why - I was so discreet last year.
Bob Norman accused your intrepid reporter of misquoting him at last year's Salmon Bake. Upon reflection, (and prompting by your intrepid reporter), Mr Norman recollected that he was actually quoted accurately.
In the scandal of the evening, Jim Feek charged our revered chef, Gary Bruner with actually gaffing the supposed line-caught salmon. At this point, Mr. Bruner extracted his filleting knife and threatened to ensure that Mr Feek would never develop a deep voice. Cooler heads prevailed and all parties adjourned for a brownie.
The event disintegrated at about 8:30PM. Thus endeth another great salmon Bake at the