November 2, 2009 Spokesman
Rotary Minutes for November 2, 2009
President Jim Feek called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. The flag salute was lead by Jim Styner. President Jim thanked Sarah Brooks for being tonight's Greeter.
President Jim requested a few words from several of our members concerning the recent death of our long time member, Chuck Morgan (Mr. Kirkland). John Woodbery read a poem by Linda Ellis called The Dash. (The symbol between the birth date and the death date of a person on a tombstone is the dash.) Basically, the beginning and the end are not the whole story, it's what happens in the middle that matters. Bill Woods told the story of meeting Chuck when Bill opened his business in
Chuck Morgan's memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. on Friday the 13th (November) at the
President Jim then requested any ideas to honor Chuck be directed to his attention. He will be working with the City of
Visiting Rotarians and Visitors were introduced. D.V. Hurst, a returning Kirkland Rotarian, Alan Barer back from his travels, Cellis our foreign exchange student, America Comblink the Student of the Month from Juanita High School, Stan Dickinson and his wife our District Foundation coordinator, Juan Bistic, and Anne McClara from England.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (Important Dates to Remember):
November 4th and 6th: Reading Buddies program begins at John Muir Elementary.
November 9th, next Monday, Food Donations will be taken at the front desk. Give to Rachel Knight.
November 14th, Saturday, Northwest Harvest day. Meet at the Houghton Park&Ride at 8:00a.m. Call or email Gary Bruner for details.
November 23rd, Monday, Prepare for the Apple Cup. Wear Husky or Cougar colors (or whatever) Dick Weston has special guest arriving that day-referee from the Pack 10.
November 27th, 28th, 29th: Salvation Army bell ringing begins. See Dick Weston for sign ups.
December 6th: Sunday night, Christmas Party starts at 6:00 p.m at Lucia restaurant in
RED TO BLUE: Wilson Anhar
FOUNDATION NIGHT: lead by Rich Bergdahl:
Rich's mission is Every Rotarian Every Year for foundation contribution. His goal is to put a face to the Foundation, which was founded in 1917. Even during the tough times Rotary needs everyone to reach out to others. This happens through the Rotary Foundation. Rich illustrated his yellow smiley face poster, hoping all members will move from the Red patch to the Blue patch. Even $1 can make a difference. His goal and that of the Rotary Foundation is 100% participation. Rich also distributed brochures that outlined the gift giving process. Please see Rich for further details.
Stan Dickinson was introduced and discussed what the Foundation does with the money that is collected. One of the important uses of the money is for Peace Scholarships. One of the five peace fellows, Veronia Goossman was introduced. She talked about her studies and receiving her Masters in Public Policy. She shared her experiences as an intern in northern
President Jim thanked all the speakers for their presentations and reminded the members of the important November dates. The lucky ticket was drawn by Alice Volpe and she generously donated the ticket to Veronica for books for her libraries.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by tonight's Scribe:
Pat Swenson