MEETING MINUTES, August 30, 2007 at Inn Marin, Ignacio

Submitted by Charles Swensen

August is Publicity month

The seventh meeting (not counting firesides) in the reign of our president, John, was called to order by John Marshall.  Following the pledge (led by Jack Marshall), President John gave a thought for the day since Larry Levy was detained during the tour of San Quentin.  On a sadder note, President John announced that former member Doug Berlin has passed away.

Announcements

Presentations

President John Marshall, once more instructed us on his decree on the passing of sign-up sheets.  He then passed out a list of board members and the various committees.  Finally he announces that two members, Roberta DiPrete and Rob Sundberg have applied and been granted leaves of absence.  Then he reminded those who have not responded that ballets are due concerning our fund raising activities.  Rotaract is still working at San Jose Middle School and is looking for help for their next three work parties the 1^st, 8^th, & 15^th of September.

Pauline Stuber put in a pitch for contributions to the District 5150 disaster fund to aid the earthquake victims in Peru.

Robert Eyes invited all to a golf tournament & dinner at the Novato Youth Center (I didn’t know they have a golf course) on 2 September.

Shelley Klaner thanked everyone who had helped out at the Business showcase.  She especially thanked Bob Finer for procuring the booth for our club and says we have several new prospects.

Wendy Irving reminded us of the Labor Day at the Lake event.  She could use volunteers for the second shift.  This year we have the beer booth, free beer, that’s a no brainer folks.

Bill Kelly gave brief on last week’s golf & fireside.  It happened.  On 28 September we have a TGIF at Kirk Hylan’s (if Bill can pick his pocket for the keys.

Fred Pfiefer announced that Ignacio came in fifth of four in the botchi ball tournament.  No injuries were suffered (until the next morning)

Jerry Ghirardo presented three Paul Harris Fellowships.  Marie Borders and Roland Fuette received their sapphire pins while everyone has lost count of Pauline Stuber’s level.

The Bear is dead, long live the Minnow, -Daryl Weinroth has stepped in to nibble on the following:

Catheryne DiPrete: had a two-fur, both a birthday and an anniversary.  For her birthday, she got older and consoled herself with a trip to the spa.

Steve Minutoli has made it through 41 years of marriage.  They spent three days on an Italian pub crawl through the Napa Valley.

Fran & Dick O’brien got his for his birthday and her spouse’s birthday.  The vents were spent at the Novato Business Showcase (Shelly must have something hanging over them).  Daryl apparently plans to maintain the hideous singing of the inevitable song.

Spankey told a very poor joke an received an absurdly light fine for it.

Jerry Ghirardo’s brother was featured in the North Bay Business Journal.

Daryl was greeted by constant chatter for his own table who ignored his empty threats to fine them for insubordination.           

Speaker/Program

District Governor Brian McLeran was introduced by one of his assistants, Pablo Castro.  His talk centered on membership and the foundation.  In the spirit of non-intervention, he also put in a pitch for keeping Monte Carlo.

Upcoming Meetings

August 16           Rotary Membership Month Club Assembly

August 23           Dark, Fireside that evening

August 30           District Governor, Brian McLaren

September 6       Mary Neilan, Novato Assistant City Manager

September 13     County Coroner

September 20     Publicity Assembly

September 27     Cliff Dochterman on membership

All Rotarians are encouraged to think about speakers for meetings. If you have a suggestion, please contact Catheryne DiPrete at "Catheryne DiPrete" <Catheryne.diprete@morganstanley.com>.

Board Meetings

Ignacio Rotary Board meetings are the 4^th Tuesday of the month.  They meet at the Inn Marin.  They begin at 5:00 pm.

Rantings of the Editor:

No bulletin last week.  I can’t drink and write at the same time.  I think everyone had a good time.  Surprised I got away with getting married without a fine.  Does Daryl now something about Alix that I should?  Except for the cats, it’s all going well.

Upcoming Events/Activities/Projects:

October 7, 2007

(I don’t know how to make these little dot things)  Foundation event on the Hornblower.  Keep an eye out for low flying F-18s. 

November 12, 2007 (Monday) – Wine Cave Banquet

▪          Vertical Wine tasting in a romantic Underground Cave

▪          Tasting vertical Chardonnay

▪          Passed Hors d oeuvres

▪          Catered Banquet

December 1, 2007, (Saturday) – Kick-off Holiday Dinner Party, at Hotel Mac                       

▪          Drinks in the bar among rich holiday decorations

▪          Entertainment by a jazz trio and vocalist

▪          Dinner and Dancing in the private 3^rd floor ballroom

January 17, 2008, (Thursday) – Individually Hosted Firesides

▪          Nine Pot Luck Dinners at individual homes (8 per home)

▪          Timely Club Discussion

March 8, 2008, (Saturday) MONTE CARLO NITE

April 24, 2008 (Thursday)- Fireside / Monte Carlo Critique                    

▪          BBQ Steak / Rib / Corn on the Cobb

April 9-13, 2008

▪           District Conference

May 16, 2008 (Friday)-Afternoon Strutin’ and the Sportin’ Life        

▪          Afternoon at the track-

▪          Chariots race to Golden Gate Fields with Libation

▪          Bet on the ponies

▪          Buffet Dinner at the Turf Club

June 28, 2008, (Saturday) – Presidential Inaugural and Debunking

▪          Inn Marin Banquet Facility

▪          Cocktails and Dinner

▪          Hello Hollywood Hello-theme

▪          That Was the Year That Was- Film and Skits

District Foundation Information 

District 5150 Newsletter and Information

For more information all you need to do is log on to the District Web Site at:

http://www.rotary5150.org/newsletter.htm

 April 10-14, 2008 District Conference — A floating three day cocktail party-on dean Moser’s boat

▪          See a Dinner Show at Harrah’s South Shore with friends

▪          Pretend that you actually went to the District Conference

▪          Starts with the Wednesday Rotary Golf Tourney

▪          Be entertained like Royalty and never step ashore