50/50: Don Page had the chance of winning the $34.00 pot but he did not pull the queen. Pot rolls over!!
New Member: Christa Caceres. Welcome Christa when you see her.
Program: Karen DeMatteo and Leslie Underhill spoke about the History and Progress of Rotary both locally and internationally. Closing remarks were provided by Jeff Gilbert.
Announcements:
*12/9 Bell Ringing for the Salvation Army. An email went out for sign ups.
*Jim Becker gave a rundown of the Leadership luncheon. The luncheon was shared with the future leaders from local high schools, Rotarians and public officials. The audience enjoyed a speech by, Jimmy Terwilliger, an inspirational speaker and local football star. The Club raised $2,462 for the Rotary Scholarship Fund.
*Rotary Foundation has donated $2,000 for the Red Cross Project.
*We are still looking for people to volunteer to be on a committee for Not Just Another Auction. We need volunteers for all areas. Please contact Ruth Longo if you think you can make a positive contribution with this great fundraiser for our club. Anyone interested in more information, please email Ruth at rlongo5899@gmail.com.
*Youth Service Chair Karen DeMatteo wants to change up the Service Above Self Scholarship and is also looking for volunteers to work with the youth. Email Karen at karenandrotary@gmail.com.
*The Essay Contest is back and this committee is chaired by Ed Kmetz. The topic this year is "Making a Difference". See him or email at ekmetz@ptd.net to volunteer in the judging of these essays.
*Rotary Holiday Fellowship Friday, December 15, 2017, At Rob and Jill Howell - Stroudsburg, PA. 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Please bring a dish to pass, More information to follow after Thanksgiving, (just RSVP to Rob at rotarianrob@gmail.com by December 12th)
