Rotary Meeting September 10, 2013

Written by Marie Presti

Mary called the meeting to order at 12:30PM.

Pledge of Allegiance:  Paul Stone

Invocation:  Paul Kerrissey.  He spoke of how we ask for thankfulness for our sports teams and keep the Red Sox in first place.

Song:  Susanne McInerney started us in God Bless America.

Sergeant of Arms:  Stella introduced our two guests:  Amanda Samaha (NNHS), Terry Hickey ( Susanne's guest from REMAX) and guest speaker CJ Coolidge.

She also gave a nice Quote:

"Today may there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be.  May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others.  May you use the gifts that you have received and pass on the love that has been given to you.  May you be content with yourself just the way you are.  Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us. "

Announcements:  

Mary said she is looking for a new committee appointment for the Death by Chocolate Fundraiser in January.  She was the Newton's main committee member in past years but as President she needs to delegate.

Friday Oct 18th the Providence Bruins is having a Rotary Night.  Anyone interested in going should speak to Mary.

Mary gave an update on Bruce Leaver's health.  He called her to say he is doing well.  Finished he chemo treatments.  In rehab to help him gain back his peripheral vision.  Hopefully he'll be coming back soon.

Sue announced that on Sept 12 at 5:30 she is hosting a speakers brainstorming night.  Paul offered free drinks.

Paul announced that he is going to pick up the flags and banners that we have from Jeff and sew on new ones that we've received.  If anyone has a flag they have received from going to another Rotary chapter to visit, please give them to Paul so he can have them sewn on the banner.

Happy Dollars

Susanne McInerney:  Her sister got a mercer infection and back at Brigham and Womens Hospital.  She sang with Pete Seager "we shall overcome" for a 50th Martin Luther Kings event.  Her brother, Bob Long was on TV.

Paul Kerrissey:  Something about he had some work done on his wisdom teeth and Braeburn was offering pasta today.

Paul Stone:  Red Sox

Tom Keery:  His nephew's wedding in Nantucket was wonderful.  But he was upset that his daughter did not catch the bouquet.  (Question, is, was SHE upset that she didn't catch it?)

Bert:  Happy Birthday to Jim Means.  He is having a big one.

Peggy: for Bruce

John - for Bruce

Dick - for Bruce

Jim - for Min's life and sorry that he passed away.  

Sue - for her trip to New Harbor Maine.  Also the Colorado Football game.  

Amanda - for her first meeting being at "the country club" since her husband calls all of Newton the "Country Club".

Stella - gave $4 but my notes are sketchy... (sorry Stella)

Chris - for going to LA for her mom's 90th birthday and having lunch with her jr high school friends after not seeing them for 40 years.

Speaker - Our speaker was CJ Coolidge, the author of  "The People-Driven business:  Accessing Human Assets for Bottom-Line Results".  He gave us a lively presentation about how we are going to have to adapt to the changing communication styles that the various generations have if we are to appreciate our younger workers.  If you want a copy of his book you can do one of a few things:

1) text your name and email to 13142000504 

2) with a short code Text RCN13 to 58885

3) http:ic.instantcustomer.com/go/96680/leadpage-14213

Adjourned right at 1:30PM.

Respectfully submitted by Marie Presti.  Please forgive typos... :)