Steve Harris appreciated all the help he received from Rotarians assisting with the various activities involved in Avon Day. He named Les Zinner, Lisa & Todd Barral-Matt, Peter Vignati, Salin Low, Phil Worley, Craig Buhrendorf, Bruce Sayward, Paul Mikkelson, Ann Clark, Phil Ferrari, Mike Sherber, Capri Frank, Ed Queirolo, Linda Pendergast and Chuck Joseph, who donated the drinks.
Larry Sullivan also thanked Chuck Joseph for his donation of beverages for the just concluded the Rotary Golf Tournament. (Something about Chuck and drinks seem to go naturally together!)
Tom Voorhees thanked Sue Budde, Len Dunstan and Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sherber for their assistance with the most recent Amber Alert identification project
Bill Barnes was happy to announce the details of the upcoming Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra season. It will include an early Gilbert & Sullivan opera entitled "Cox & Box." He thanked all Rotarians for their support of the FVSO over the years and in particular recognized Rick Heath, Chuck Joseph and Gary Roman for placing ads in the FVSO program book.
Don Bonner was happy to be back after missing last week's meeting due to some minor surgery he had to have. (Don appeared to be "all there" so it was unclear just what he had altered or removed. - ed.)
Thor Cheyne was happy to announce that he'll be visiting his daughter, now studying in Seville, Spain and while there he will also visit Madrid and Barcelona.
(Perhaps he will have time to take in an opera while in Seville. A certain work by a fellow named Rossini comes to mind. - ed.)
Capri Frank, always spare of word, claimed "I love to be here!" She recounted a recent evening out with a group of women she meets with from time-to-time, many of whom are very accomplished: a dean, a CEO and a CFO, were three examples. Initially she felt insignificant, as "just" the owner of a small family business but soon realized that she, and we, all contribute in our own way. It is sometimes the small things a person does that matter most and we should learn to keep proper perspective in our lives. Additionally, Capri noted just how often Chuck Joseph's name keeps coming up (see at least 3 mentions already in this Early Riser alone! - ed.) She went on to recount his generosity in assisting Miller Foods with the renovation of their small retail store on the premises of their production facility. She had called Chuck simply looking for an equipment source and reference but before she knew it he visited with his designer in tow, and followed up by sending her a beautiful design drawing. His generosity has inspired her whole family to follow through and complete the renovation. She expressed her thanks again and Chuck quipped: " You didn't get my invoice?" Laughs and smiles all the way around! Nice job demonstrating service-above-self Chuck!
Announcements
Gary Miller reminded Rotarians of the upcoming Canton Chamber of Commerce Stars of the Town event and encouraged us to fill one or more tables of eight, especially as Rotarian and spouse Larry and Brenda Sullivan will be honored that evening. For details see Gary.
Nancy Nation reminded Rotarians to thank the Golf Tournament advertisers and sponsors they had enlisted and give them a Golf Tournament book so they would have something tangible when we approach them again next year.
Phil Worley reminded members that the next Rotary Pub Night will be October 3rd at Seasons Bar at Avon Old Farms.
Joanne Santiago noted that the Rotary Foundation dinner will be held on November 2nd in Agawam and we are all invited.
Don Bonner reported that many Rotarians have been asking how Rotary will support those in need due to the many recent natural disasters. He explained that donations through Rotary Foundation, specifically directed to the various disaster efforts, is the best way. A form will be sent around (Actually it has been already - ed.).
Significant Dates in October
October 6th - Our morning meeting will be hosted by the Golf Club of Avon
October 20th - Luncheon with the Rotary International President at the CT Convention Center
October 27th - Canton Chamber of Commerce Stars of the Town 2017 at 41 Bridge Street 6:00 - 10:00 PM. Honorees are FAVARH and Larry & Brenda Sullivan. Tickets are available through the Chamber website.
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