There were 19 participants in the meeting on this wet afternoon. After some casual conversation, President Sue Klock rang the bell at 12 noon and led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We then had a moment of silence for the victims of Hurricane Ida and the wildfires out in California, and the people who closed the war in Afghanistan. Dan Firestone led us in the invocation, saying we should be thankful for our individuality. We then recited the 4-Way test, led by Sue. Finally, it was mentioned that there were $3,360 in contributions to the scholarship fund created in memory of Bob Wood.
There were no caring moments.
Lots of volunteer opportunities coming up
There are opportunities for members to contribute to club projects coming up:
There will be the unveiling of the MLK Mural this Friday at 4:30pm at 701 Main Street in East Hartford. All members are free to attend. To learn more, go to www.ctmurals.com
Marc Glass wants to remind us about the Make-A-Wish supporting event on Sunday, September 19 at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. To volunteer or to get more details, go to http://www.wishesonwheels.com/events/volunteer-to-help There are some limited choices of time slots. On-site volunteer parking lot will be available. You will be asked your shirt size, as the event organizers expect all volunteers to wear their T-shirts.
Rotary In Motion is on Saturday, October 2. Volunteers are needed for the water station and to put people in the right areas. If you want to volunteer, send your email address to Bob Buettner.
“Trunk or Treat” is on Sunday, October 31 from 12pm-3pm at the Pratt and Whitney Rentschler Field Runway. Volunteers are needed on that day and to prepare 500 bags of candy before the event.Please contact Bob Buettner to volunteer.
There is the Veteran’s Day barbecue on Wednesday, November 10 at the Senior Center in East Hartford to honor East Hartford veterans. Donations are needed. Again, Bob Buettner is the contact.
Volunteers are needed to help seniors this fall with bringing leaves to the curb. Bobby B. once again.
We are short on raffle prizes and sponsorships for the Rotary Golf Tournament. Marc Glass on this one.
The Greater Hartford Marathon is on Saturday, October 9th. Volunteers to man the water station are needed. Contact Neal Cunningham to sign up.
Easthartfordrotary.org useful tool for all Rotarians
Finally, Doug and Wes Willett told us about our club site, https://www.easthartfordrotary.org From there, you can go into My Rotary, which we are all encouraged to do. The website provides us, among other things, how to make donations to various Rotary causes; how to find out how much we have contributed; High Gear information; membership info; how to edit our profiles; and lots of information about Rotary programs and events. Please visit this useful website.
Weekly Foundation Moment
WHAT IS A PAUL HARRIS SOCIETY MEMBER?
The Paul Harris Society recognizes Rotary members and friends of The Rotary Foundation who elect to contribute $1,000 or more each year to the Annual Fund, PolioPlus Fund, or approved global grants. The purpose of the Paul Harris Society is to honor and thank individuals for their generous, ongoing support of The Rotary Foundation. Paul Harris Society contributions also count toward Sustaining Member (Annual Fund contributions only), EREY (Annual Fund contributions only), Paul Harris Fellow, and Major Donor recognition. Recognition consists of a Chevron style pin and a certificate provided by your District Paul Harris Society Coordinator. Paul Harris Society members are listed in the Paul Harris Society Report.
Are you interested in taking the next step in supporting our Foundation?
If you would like a digital copy (PDF) of The Paul Harris Society brochure please email your request to President Sue, suehklock@gmail.com
That is all for now. It was a very informative meeting today. I wish all of you a happy Labor Day weekend!
