 | East Hartford Rotary Club High Gear Volume 79 | Issue 4 / July 26, 2023 |
PP Sue filled in for President Bob who is getting getting his batteries charged on a Block Island beach. Rest up, Bob. You are going to need it as our returning president.
After the Pledge, Guy delivered an invocation about the theme of service above self that Rotary upholds.
We had three guests today: Marc Caruso and David Flores from the East Hartford Police Department and Michelle Texidor-Pham, who will be taking over Alexis’ position at the East Hartford School system.
Our guests led us to the lunch table laid out with salad, rolls, meatballs, two kinds of pizzas and several different fillings for the grinders.
Marc Caruso spoke about the upcoming National Night Out on August 1, 2023 from 5-8 PM at the Alumnae Park in East Hartford. He indicated that the purpose is to break down barriers and create an atmosphere of trust between the community and the police department. PP Sue, on behalf of EHRC, presented a check for $1,000 to Marc Caruso.
Alexis indicated that she has accepted a new position with Hartford Foundation for Giving. She then introduced Michelle who will be taking over her position at the East Hartford School system.
Guy made an announcement that the Annual Goodwin University Golf Tournament will be taking place on August 7 at Hartford Golf Club. Proceeds go to support the scholarship program. EHRC will consider buying a T-Sign to show our gratitude to GU for letting EHRC use their facility for free.
Marc Glass indicated that he spoke to Larry Frazier who is now in a memory care facility in Maine. He did recognize Marc. We should all send our positive vibes to Larry.
Passing the HG writing quill to Alex who will be the scribe for the month of August.
Anwar Hossain