Meeting of November 20, 2012
Well that was different! East Side Mario's was locked up tight this morning and after a ten minute wait we were just about ready to leave the sidewalk and go home when Ross Bannatyne emailed Bruce that he had zipped down to Adeline's Family Restaurant at the corner of King and Main Streets and it would accommodate all of us. With that, everyone headed there except Bob Morrow who stayed back to redirect if necessary. Twenty six of us almost filled Adeline's to capacity but on almost no notice proprietor Kim Smith and assistant Lorraine prepared bacon, eggs, sausage, potatoes, toast and coffee that fit the bill.
Standing for O'Canada and grace the group looked like it was paying homage to FreeWheel Cycle across the road.
Happy dollars from the following: Phil for the Marauder's big win and upcoming game. He also said TSN has a special on last years Vanier Cup called the Greatest Game ever that will be aired this Thursday evening. Talking about airing brought Dave Carson to his feet saying his daughter will be on Cable 14 several times today starting at 4:00 PM and highlighting chiropractors. Wayne Massey will help his wife Helen celebrate a milestone birthday tomorrow; Bruce recently received a Queen's Diamond Jubilee Award; and, Shirley presented the club with the Every Year Every Rotarian banner and its third place recognition banner from The Rotary Foundation for contributions of $331.05 per member.
Joe distributed a flyer from Divine Presentations. The company sells gift baskets ranging from $30 - $150 each. The good news is the company will donate 15% back to the club for each basket that our members purchase. Glen has a few Entertainment Books left that he would like to sell.
Art said we had collected 24 bottles of wine for the Rotary Stars of Dundas draw. He also said there was a full time job opening at the Routes Centre. If you know anyone with a social work/recreation background looking for a job then direct that person to Thie Convery.
George reminded everyone that the Christmas Party is December 4 at 6:30 PM at the Carnegie Gallery. The cost is $25 per person. Unwrapped toys would be welcome for distribution to Ronald McDonald House.
If you have not yet sold tickets to Rotary Stars of Dundas for this Saturday's show please do so now and let Bob Neibert know how many you have sold. This is our number two fundraiser of the year with almost all the money coming from sponsorships; so, lets fill St. James Church.
Bruce and Ralph saw Theatre Ancaster's musical Hairspray and recommended it. Jennifer Evans, Jan Southall's daughter, plays the lead role and sings, dances and acts like a professional. Tickets are still available until December 1.
Following breakfast, Steve Palmer introduced his neighbour and guest speaker, Adam Bienenstock.