Meeting Recap - October 28, 2014

The ever-thoughtful MaryAnn Bawden started us off right with some of her home-made chocolate chip cookies. M-M-M-Good!

 

There were no guests today, but the good news was that there were extra cookies!

 

Mary Stewart reported on a successful CPY Beach Party Fiesta Fundraiser. Rotary was well represented and everyone had a great time.

 

President Margaret reminded us that the Foundation Recognition Dinner is this Saturday, Nov. 1st, 6:00PM at the Prom Center. With 19 NBMV Rotarians already signed up, we will likely be one of the best represented clubs at the event. We still could use one more New Brighton Rotarian to fill out our second table. See Gerry Tietz if you are interested.

 

On November 6th, six Rotary Clubs in our area (District 9) are invited by the Arden Hills/Shoreview Club to a social event to meet our Rotary neighbors. The event begins at 4:30 but you can come later if need be. We'll meet at the Green Mill Restaurant at 694 and Lexington.

 

In recognition of Veterans Day, on November 11th, NBMV members are invited to wear their uniforms and or bring any memorabilia of their time in the service.

 

On Saturday, November 15th, 9AM- Noon, Bridging will be having a "Dresser Build" day at it's Roseville location for volunteers to build dressers from kits. NBMV Rotary has participated in these events in the past, and they were great fun. If there is interest, the club will cover the cost of a couple of kits. Members are also welcome to purchase kits for $35 after a $35 match from an anonymous donor. Lets get a group together and get this done!

 

Don't forget that we will be helping to pack bags of food at the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf on Tuesday, November 25th, 9-11AM. Check your email for details and then call Gerry to sign up.

 

Corrin Secrist handed out a useful guide for accessing the "Member" section of our new website. If you missed today's meeting, see Corrin next week for a copy. Also, in the coming weeks Corrin will be presenting a "Website Tip of the Week" at each meeting. These tips will guide you through the basics of the website and how you can benefit by being familiar with its content and features. 

 

Cindy did her best to capture a good photo of Jeff wearing the Birthday Hat, but it would appear that he has no future as a 'hat model". (see below)