Dave Hoel, and others, reviewed Sunday's Spina Bifida picnic, which was sponsored by NBMV Rotary and Mike Neeley's Corvette Club.  The kids enjoyed the games (provided by CPY) and the Corvette rides.  Jeff Benson's photos of the event are posted in the Photo Album section of our website at NBMVRotary.org
 
Dave Hoel also announced that he'll soon have another grandchild to spoil.
 
Gerry Tietz announced that he's worn his post-surgical body brace for the last time!
 
Anoka  Rotary's  "Unlimited Possibilities" Fundraiser will be held at the Green Haven Golf Club on September 25th, starting at 6:00 PM. TIckets are $40.00 for individuals and $70.00 for couples.  Proceeds benefit youth and youth programs in Anoka County.
 
Lake Elmo Rotary is spearheading a fundraiser for "Angel of Mercy" orphanage in Bambui, Cameroon.  The project received a 5960 district grant. The fundraiser is at Midland Hills Country Club, October 24th, 5-11PM  http://www.angelofmercyusa.org/Home.php
 
The CPY Beach Party Fiesta fund raiser will be Friday, October 24, 2013, from 6-10 p.m. at the New Brighton Community Center.
 
The annual Rotary Foundation Dinner will be on Saturday, November 1st.  You should already have received an email from Gerry with the details.
 
Margaret reminded us that our next meeting will be a Club Assembly, so come prepared to meet with your committee.
 
Geoff Hollimon is a year older this week and he wore his birthday hat with as much dignity as he could muster (below)
Eric Nelson, Irondale High's new principal, was inducted into the club.  Erik lives in Eagan with wife, Christine and daughter, Julia.  Welcome to the club, Eric!  (See photo below)