Category: 2017 Jan-Jun

This is an annual meeting honoring the members of the Windsor Police Department and the Windsor Fire Protection District

John LeCave opened the meeting and we started with the pledge of allegiance.

Inspiration – Sandee Krutz

Song: Allen Christenson – ‘You are my Sunshine’

Visiting Rotarians – None

Visitors – Exchange Student Ella, Janet Hyde, Remy Mones

Visitors – Introductions were made of the staff in attendance from the Windsor Police Department and the Windsor Fire Protection District

Tom Boylan & John Hackenburg updated the club on the upcoming Lobster Feed.  Tom Hassur then gave some last minute details and requests.

Craig Curreri – provided comments regarding the gratitude and appreciation the residents and members of the Rotary Club of Windsor have for the Windsor Police Department and the Windsor Fire Protection District and thanked the police and fire professionals for the service they provide to the citizens in our community.

Fire Protection Chief – Jack Piccinini provided an update on the Windsor Fire Protection District and commented on how well things were working following the combination of the Rincon Valley and Windsor fire districts.  Chief Piccinini noted that current call volume totals around 4,000 calls per year.  As an example, he noted that the other day Windsor Fire responded to over 20 calls in a 24 hour period.  The chief commended his staff for the quality of care provided and the ability of the fire department to quickly respond to traffic incidents.  The chief also noted that both Rincon Valley and Windsor Fire Districts are responding to all traffic incidents in the area including highway 101.

Chief Piccinini also commended the staff for their willingness to help out in other areas throughout California and their ability to assist other local fire incidents

The Chief then stated that the department has a boat and that as a result of the flooding this past year, they were called to assist residents who were affected by flooding.

The Chief expressed his gratitude to the many volunteers who give of their time to help the fire protection district.

He then stated that on May 24 the community may be hearing a lot of sirens.  This will all be a result of fire professionals parading through the community raising funds for the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation.  This also known as the North Bay Run Relay and is an annual procession of firefighters from around the counties of Marina and Sonoma where the fire professionals go around working to raise funds for youth you are affected by burn injuries.

The Chief introduced their honoree Jack Valaquette as the District’s Service Above Self Honoree for the Windsor and Rincon Valley Fire Protection District.  Jack is in the Explorer Program and has a vision impairment which prevents him from pursuing a career in fire protection.   However, Jack has a great passion for helping in fire protection and fire safety.  The Chief commended Jack for the many hours he has spent helping the fire department and the community.

Following Chief Piccinini’s comments, Craig Curreri took a few moments to talk about the sacrifices made by members of the families of the police and fire professionals.  He then thanked and recognized each of the family members of former police chief Chris Spallino.

Windsor Police Chief Carlos Basurto then took some time recognizing the efforts of the local law enforcement professionals.  The Chief thanked the community for supporting him during his first year of service as Chief.

The Chief provided an update as to things which are going on in the Windsor Police Department and the local Windsor area.  The Chief reported that property crimes are at a 10 year low during the past quarter and he also reported on other declines in criminal activity in the area.

The Chief then commented on the department’s 2017 Service Above Self nominee  Chris Spallino.  Chief Piccinini thanked Chris for the service he provided to the citizens of Windsor and the police department during his six years as Chief prior to retiring from the police department.  Chief Piccinini commended Chris for his example of service and leadership noting his involvement in many community activities including serving as a coach for the Windsor Junior Varsity football team.

Craig Curreri than wrapped up the presentations with some closing thoughts and appreciation of all of the public safety officers and family members who were present.

John LeCave closed the meeting and rang the Rotary bell.

Next week’s Rotary Program will be from Mike and Maureen Merrill regarding their recent Rotary trip to India.

Pledge led by:   Ken Moulton

Inspiration:  John How

In Bill Arnone’s absence Allen Christensen led us in “God Bless America”

Visiting Rotarians:

Ken Moulton introduced his wife, Pam Moulton, past President Healdsburg Sunrise, & 2017-18 assistant Governor.

Guests:                                                                                                                                                       Dick Bishop introduced his personal assistant Madison, & Chris Landwehr introduced Remy Moens.

Ella, our daughter from Sweden sent a big Thank you to all that attended and contributed to her Western Safari Fundraiser, she raised over $1000.00 towards the trip.   Western Safari is a fabulous trip not only for Youth Exchange but Rotarians as well.  Sergio Sales has participated in the trip for more years than I know and has spearheaded the trip for the last 4 years, this year due to Glenda’s health issues Sergio is unable to participate, he is looking for Rotarians or friends of Rotary that would like to tour the Western States, including the Grand Canyon in this special and unique way.  Please contact Sergio or Tom Hassur for more details.

We were also fortunate to have Emily Kastning, Youth Exchange out bound, heading to Germany.  She is a resident of Windsor so under our wing but is being sponsored by Rotary Club of Clear Lake.    It is wonderful when the YE students attend our meetings, learn more about Rotary and become part of our Rotary Family before doing their exchange.  It also provides them the opportunity to tempt us with their homemade sweets and do a little fundraising for their trip.  Thank you for your continued support.

Pam Moulton & Sue Nelson last year did a photo shoot of the homeless in Healdsburg and had a showing at the Paul Mahder Art Gallery along with drawings by students from local schools.  The project was a great success, creating awareness of the homeless, ways we can help and changing the stigma of the word “homeless”.  Pam and Sue have been invited back for a second project, however, this year they are putting a twist on the photo shoot and handing the cameras to the homeless.

Paul Mahder Art Gallery in Healdsburg will be displaying the Photo’s, Art Work by homeless and Students Saturday May 13^th-May 22^nd.   In addition to the Gallery show, portraits were selected along with the individual’s bio to create a book that will be available for sale;   proceeds will go to North Sonoma County Services.

Glenda Sales will remain in Sutter Hospital until Thursday or Friday while they continue to battle the infection that has invaded her body, keep her in your thoughts and prayers, she also appreciates a text or a visit.

It was a great day at the Windsor Day Parade with many Rotarians sporting their “ROTARY AT WORK” tee shirts, thank you Art & Dick Bishop for getting the Rotary Balloon to the event and up on the trailer.

Lobster Feed fast approaching…   just spoke with cater, he needs to order lobster’s HOW MANY LOBSTERS????   It’s is easy go to www.windsorrotary.org click on the lobster logo and purchase your tickets.

SILENT AUCTION ITEMS NEEDED!!!

Spa package, or even individual gift certificates we can put a package together.  Item from a local artisan,

September 22^nd we will celebrate 30 years as THE ROTARY CLUB OF WINDSOR!

Would you like to be a part of planning our celebration?  Contact Steve Klick

This is an annual meeting honoring the members of the Windsor Police Department and the Windsor Fire Protection District

John LeCave opened the meeting and we started with the pledge of allegiance.

Inspiration – Sandee Krutz

Song: Allen Christenson – ‘You are my Sunshine’

Visiting Rotarians – None

Visitors – Exchange Student Ella, Janet Hyde, Remy Mones

Visitors – Introductions were made of the staff in attendance from the Windsor Police Department and the Windsor Fire Protection District

Tom Boylan & John Hackenburg updated the club on the upcoming Lobster Feed.  Tom Hassur then gave some last minute details and requests.

Craig Curreri – provided comments regarding the gratitude and appreciation the residents and members of the Rotary Club of Windsor have for the Windsor Police Department and the Windsor Fire Protection District and thanked the police and fire professionals for the service they provide to the citizens in our community.

Fire Protection Chief – Jack Piccinini provided an update on the Windsor Fire Protection District and commented on how well things were working following the combination of the Rincon Valley and Windsor fire districts.  Chief Piccinini noted that current call volume totals around 4,000 calls per year.  As an example, he noted that the other day Windsor Fire responded to over 20 calls in a 24 hour period.  The chief commended his staff for the quality of care provided and the ability of the fire department to quickly respond to traffic incidents.  The chief also noted that both Rincon Valley and Windsor Fire Districts are responding to all traffic incidents in the area including highway 101.

Chief Piccinini also commended the staff for their willingness to help out in other areas throughout California and their ability to assist other local fire incidents

The Chief then stated that the department has a boat and that as a result of the flooding this past year, they were called to assist residents who were affected by flooding.

The Chief expressed his gratitude to the many volunteers who give of their time to help the fire protection district.

He then stated that on May 24 the community may be hearing a lot of sirens.  This will all be a result of fire professionals parading through the community raising funds for the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation.  This also known as the North Bay Run Relay and is an annual procession of firefighters from around the counties of Marina and Sonoma where the fire professionals go around working to raise funds for youth you are affected by burn injuries.

The Chief introduced their honoree Jack Valaquette as the District’s Service Above Self Honoree for the Windsor and Rincon Valley Fire Protection District.  Jack is in the Explorer Program and has a vision impairment which prevents him from pursuing a career in fire protection.   However, Jack has a great passion for helping in fire protection and fire safety.  The Chief commended Jack for the many hours he has spent helping the fire department and the community.

Following Chief Piccinini’s comments, Craig Curreri took a few moments to talk about the sacrifices made by members of the families of the police and fire professionals.  He then thanked and recognized each of the family members of former police chief Chris Spallino.

Windsor Police Chief Carlos Basurto then took some time recognizing the efforts of the local law enforcement professionals.  The Chief thanked the community for supporting him during his first year of service as Chief.

The Chief provided an update as to things which are going on in the Windsor Police Department and the local Windsor area.  The Chief reported that property crimes are at a 10 year low during the past quarter and he also reported on other declines in criminal activity in the area.

The Chief then commented on the department’s 2017 Service Above Self nominee  Chris Spallino.  Chief Piccinini thanked Chris for the service he provided to the citizens of Windsor and the police department during his six years as Chief prior to retiring from the police department.  Chief Piccinini commended Chris for his example of service and leadership noting his involvement in many community activities including serving as a coach for the Windsor Junior Varsity football team.

Craig Curreri than wrapped up the presentations with some closing thoughts and appreciation of all of the public safety officers and family members who were present.

John LeCave closed the meeting and rang the Rotary bell.

Next week’s Rotary Program will be from Mike and Maureen Merrill regarding their recent Rotary trip to India.

Flag Salute:  Jack Hyde

Inspiration:  Maureen Merrill with the message, “I found you at Rotary.”

Song was actually a chant in rounds led by Warin Parker:  “April showers bring May flowers.” Reminding us that we still need the rain to fill the underground aquifer.

There were no visiting Rotarians.

Introduction of Guests of Rotarians: 

Member	Guest	Notes
Dick Bishop	Madison	His personal assistant
Jack Hyde	Ella	Our Youth Exchange Daughter
Ed Turner	Leslie	His daughter
Susan Cole	Mardie Donaldson	American Cancer Society Windsor Relay For Life Team Captain
Warin Parker	Yesenia Sanchez	Windsor High School Student of the Month

Yesenia introduced her parents, Enrique and Elia, her sister, Iris, and her teacher, Paul Kinunen.

Announcements:

Warin Parker brings us our Student of the Month.  He brought up Paul Kinunen, Yesenia’s teacher in the Digital Media Academy, and Paul told us why Yesenia was chosen as Student of the Month for Rotary.  She has the grades, the athletics, the service, but even more than excelling in all these areas, she has the professionalism.  She has a special touch with film making that sets her apart.

Yesenia spoke and told about her love for all the arts – both studio and digital.  She also loves sports and has played soccer, practiced tae kwan do, basketball, and track and field.  (This reporter thinks there were even more sports mentioned, but can’t recall them!)  When she found the digital arts, she knew that’s what she wanted to pursue.  She has an over 4.0 GPA and a clear view of making films in her future.

Susan Cole introduced Mardie Donaldson, who is a breast cancer survivor, to tell us about the Windsor Relay for Life, American Cancer Society’s major fundraiser, which is a 24-hour walk to fund cancer research and find a cure.  It will be held in Keiser Park on June 15-16.  Mardie is team captain of Life Savers, and Susan Cole walks on her team.  Mardie thanked the Rotary Club of Windsor for being a sponsor this year.  We will have signage up at Keisier Park recognizing our contribution.  Susan invited everyone to walk a lap with her, particularly at 9PM at night, when the luminarias are lit remembering those we lost to cancer and those who are survivors.

May 2 at Rotary is Teacher Appreciation Day, as Ken Moulton reminded us.   It is always one of the most rich and compelling meetings to learn about the teachers who guide our children.  A don’t miss meeting!

May 6 is the Windsor Day Parade from 9-11AM and Ken Moulton needs a few more volunteers to jump in and assist a bit.  The parade celebrates the 25^th anniversary of the Town of Windsor, and so many of our club members were involved in our town’s beginnings.

Paul Harris’ birthday was April 19.

Thursday, April 27, 4:30 PM, is a fundraiser for our Youth Exchange student, Ella, at President John’s house.  Purpose is to help Ella raise funds for the Western Safari trip.

Sandy Krutz did a fine job of reminding us that the Lobster Fest is “all hands on deck”.  It is our major fundraiser for the year and supplies the funds we need to do the work in the community that we love to do.   Art is building a lobster trap for the gym entrance, and the decoration committee is hard at work to change it from a gym to a celebration site.

It is up to all of us to fill the tables.   Put your names on a plate and fill at table.  We need Silent Auction items.  Think creatively.  One good idea was a basket of children’s items – a basket of books, perhaps!  How about a spa basket, with certificates for massage, mani/pedi, hair, facials, etc.  Go out in the community and ASK!

The featured item in the Live Auction today is the movie pass, which is always a high-bidding item.  Unlimited movies to the Raven, Airport Cinemas, Roxy and Summerfield.   You could go to a movie every day of the year.  An added bonus that got oooh’s and aaah’s from the crowd was a possible “Popcorn Pass’ this year.   Yes!

Renee Hyde reminds us that we have Ella here through July and then in August we get a girl from Switzerland.  We need three host families for our incoming Rotary student.  Also, check with Renee and sign up for Foundation auto donations now.   And fill those blue cups for polio eradication.

While we were waiting for the computers to do their thinking, Marie Coakley treated us to a special story about polio in the 1950’s.   Marie was an 18-year old student at Kansas University and received her polio vaccination from Dr. Jonas Salk.  Now that’s polio prestige.

Speakers:  Ed Turner and Brian Ling

Ed offered a clear presentation about the two separate club entities:  Rotary Club of Windsor and Windsor Rotary Community Foundation.  He reported that the Lobster Fest last year had net proceed of $26,250.   We would all like to see that number higher, hence the move to the Boys and Girls Club gym, which will save us a great deal of money.

Most focus was on the WRCF Endowment account, which has a balance of $313,000.  And, we have still never spent any money out of the account.

Here are some of the interesting numbers that support our community work:

Operating Account:

• $680,650 = Community Service funding to date
• $94,000 = Cash contributed for Skate Park
• $50,000 = Boys and Girls Club Gym Floor
• $132,750 = Scholarships awarded to graduating seniors
• $43,535 = Youth Exchange Program

Endowment Account:

• $0 program funding from the endowment account.
• 100% reinvestment of dividends and capital gains.
• $4,989 John Lewis $$ in 2016
• $6,454 = 2016 dividends
• $11,005 = 2016 capital gains
• 86% = 2016 investment income.

Brian Ling spoke about the history of the Town of Windsor and told us about John Lewis, the father of our Club.  It is because of John that we call members who contribute at least $1,000 to our WRCF, John Lewis Fellows.  There were plaques for the many club members who are John Lewis Fellows.

Welcome Windsor Rotary President John LeCave opened the meeting at 7:30 am. Flag Salute: The flag salute was led by Diane Brabetz. Inspiration: Susan Cole inspiration came from her experiences in “forest meditation” . Specifically, her walks through Armstrong Grove inspired her with words from Robert Louis Stevenson: “It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit.” Song: JB Leap led the Club in a rendition of “Row, row, row your boat”. The left side of the room was a clear winner over the right side of the room. Introduction of Visiting Rotarians & Guests: Art Diaz
Dorothy Rodela was introduced as a visiting Rotarian from Sebastopol Noon in the classification of banking.
Pam Jeana, was introduced as our keynote speaker representing the Sonoma County Water District. Dick Bishop introduced his friend and caretaker, Madison. Warin Parker introduced our Student of the Month, Gisella Silva who introduced her parents and bother, Giovani Silva who had also been recognized as Student of the Month. Michael Kaufman, Humanities Teacher at Windsor High School was also introduced as the presenting teacher. WHAT’S HAPPENING! Student of the Month: Giselle Silva was introduced by Waren Parker as our Student of the Month for March. Michael Kaufman, Humanities Teacher, shared a few of her incredible accomplishments being a 4.0 student, a member of the WHS wrestling team and a long standing volunteer in the community. Giselle then spoke of her volunteer work in Cali Calmecca kindergarten class and her senior project with local migrant workers. Windsor Rotary March 7, 2017 Bulletin Board Acknowledgement: Diane Brabetz was welcomed back from Playa Del Carmen and reported out on a kidnapping of a fellow Rotarian from the Playa Del Carmen Club. She asked that our thoughts and prayers be with him and his family. Ken and Pam Moulton were recognized for placing first in the Marti Gras Costume Contest at the recent Sebastopol Sunrise fundraiser. Finally, our exchange student to France, Mena, was shown visiting Paris. March Wedding and Birthday Celebrations:
Congratulations to MJ Girard (30), Ken and Pam Moulton (28) and Rich and Nancy Mucci (10) who will celebrate wedding anniversaries this month. Congratulations to Dick Bishop, Diane Brabetz, JB Leap and John Le Cave who will be celebrating their birthdays the month of March. Mark Your Calendar: March 8: Town Green Ribbon Cutting for the new playground equipment for Windsor
March 11: Rotary sponsored performance of “Transcendence” at the Wells Fargo Center.
April 8: Steve Klick will be representing Windsor Rotary at the annual Windsor Chile Cookoff. May 5: Windsor Day Parade with Rotary balloon. See Ken Moulton, Art Diaz or Dick Bishop if you want to assist. Rotary Business – Call to Action: March 10: Board meeting
March 27-30: Week of Service, Re-forestation Project, Lake County
March 30: SCARC, Fountain Grove Restaurant, Jim Flamson on “The Rotary Foundation”. April 1: District Assembly, College of Mendocino, Ukiah
May 12-14: District Conference, Incline Village, Lake Tahoe
June 10-14: RI Convention, Atlanta, Georgia Lobster Fundraiser: Tom Hassur reported out on the progress for the May 20 Lobster Feed Fundraiser. The event will be held at the Boys and Girls’ Club and the cost per ticket will be $125. A professional auctioneer, Eric Gold, has been hired for the event and will be present at this week’s fundraiser meeting to be held at 5:30 pm on Wednesday March 8 at Tom Hassur’s place of business. John Hackenburg reported on the special raffle that will be part of the fundraiser. The six teams were encouraged to get their donations identified and to him as soon as possible Windsor Rotary March 7, 2017 Raffle: Bill Bolster had the drawing ticket but was unable to locate the “X marked” quarter for the $330 pot…and the pot grows until next week. Program: Pam Jeane, Assistant Manager Sonoma County Water District Sue Nelson introduced Pam Jeane , Assistant Manager for the Sonoma County Water District. Pam is a civil engineer by training and served in the Peace Corp in Nepal before becoming an employee off the SC Water District in 1991. Pam addressed the status of Sonoma County beginning with an overview of the origins of water storage in the County with the creation of the SC Water District in 1959. Water storage became a serious issue with the flooding of the Russian River in the 1940’s. The Army Corps of Engineers became involved in the 50”s with the planning and eventual building of Lake Mendocino and Lake Sonoma. Both were constructed for flood control but became a source for the storage of water as well. Today, Sonoma County gets is water from both lakes and Lake Pillsbury, built later and maintained by PG and E. Sonoma County Water District provides water to Windsor, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Valley of the Moon , Sonoma, Petaluma and Cotati. The water District is currently focusing on water conservation and additional sources of water including managing ground water, storage of storm water and finding additional aquifers. Climate change is being address as “climate adaptation” as change is inevitable. Closing: President John LeCave thanked guests for attending and closed the meeting at 8:32 am with the closing thought of “Go Do Something Rotarian”. Greeter: Rich Mucci
Raffle Tickets: Steve Jorgenson and Dave Koch Scribe: Ken Moulton
Set-up: Daniel Meyers  

President John LeCave called us to order at 7:30… In the Charlie’s dining room where we were relocated due to a major golf tournament at the course

The pledge was exceptional… Who started that?

The song was led by Marc Elin and God Bless America

The words to describe this event were provided by scribe Tom Boylan

Rotarian Guests:

AG Anita Parker was introduced by Ken Moulton

Guests of Rotarians:

Jack Hyde introduced Janet Hyde and Erna… Elle… Emma… Our Exchange Student

Renee Hyde introduced Joeel Olstein

Tom Hassur introduced our Lobster auctioneer, Ed Gold

Maureen Merrill introduced Remi Mowens

Dick Bishop introduced his sidekick, Madison.

Sandie Krutz introduced Brian Chandler.

Ed Turner introduced auctioneer Ed Gold who began his presentation, because he is excited!

Warin Parker introduced our Student of The Month, Enrique Garcia who then introduced his biggest fan club, Mom, Dad, Sister and teacher.

Student of the month:

Warin once again introduced Enrique Garcia as the student of the month and he introduced us to his passion for helping others. In his younger days he was surrounded by people who were I need and through a program offered at the SRJC he found a way to help others. He took the course on Certified Nursing Assistant and that is leading him forward. A great story of how he turned away from playing football to finding his future.

Announcements:

Steve Klick reminds us that the Chili Cook-off is Saturday Noon to 4 pm on the Town Green. This is a fundraiser and he needs a few chili slingers.

Bill Carson introduced us to the new golf tournament to be held at Windsor Golf. The pros are here and they are open to anyone showing up to wander the course and find your favorite for the Symetra Golf Tournament. The hope is this is the first year of many for the prestigious tournament featuring the rising stars of the LPGA.

Joelle Olsen gave us an introduction to a new movement to promote the arts, including music in Windsor. She invited members with an interest in seeing the arts community evolve to join her and others for a breakfast breakout session and a good discussion on ideas.  No funds raised, but ideas abound.

Craig Curreri is looking for a couple of volunteers for today’s Dictionary hand out at Cali Cal Meca.

Warin Parker needs a few volunteers to meet Monday April 17 at 4pm to go over scholarship entries.

Carol Martin invited us to attend a choir concert this Friday April 7 at the Santa Rosa Bible Church in Santa Rosa. There is another chorus program to be held on Saturday April 22 at the Presbyterian Church of the Roses in Santa Rosa.

Pres John thanked everyone for attending the just past District Assembly. Kudos to those who worked it and attended.

Ed Turner re-introduced us to Ed Gold, our Lobster Feed auctioneer. He shared that Ed G. Grew up in the era of Hollywood as his father was a movie producer. He wound up becoming an entertainer working with people like Cat Stevens. Ed G. has been recognized for much of his career for his humanitarian work and accolades came with that effort. He started his auctioneering in the wine business and now runs the charitable auction company and only works for charities.

Ed G. brought this personality to the lectern and challenged us to add exceptional, experiential and exciting items to the auction. He wants us to think about who we know and who can get access to interesting auction lots. That is our challenge today and the rest of the time between now and the Lobster Feed.

An example of interesting ideas… Someone called a quarry and asked if they would allow someone to come and blow up the quarry. The Quarry was happy to offer a quarry and the ability to drive movers, have a barbecue, a fun day at the quarry… Sold for $5,000.00.

Someone made an arrangement to allow a bidder drive the Zamboni at the Shark Tank… After driving the Zamboni, they got to have dinner in the players dining room… $3,000.00

Ed G says it is all about the access versus the ask. If you have an idea, let him, or our Ed T. Know what you have in mind.

Enthusiasm is what is needed to make an event pop. To add excitement to the auction… You need to add excitement in describing the event and the items we are offering.  He’ll see us at the auction.

Lobster man showed up and raised the roof with some cheering… Are we ready for the event?

Prior to the event, there will be quality auction lubricant for the public. There are 6 wineries and 6 beer brewery representing at the event. There will be non-alcoholic beverages too.

Add in some bourbon tasting and champagne. Life is good for bidders.

Jack Hyde and Anna Smith are co-chairs for silent auction. Jack asked us to find something unique, something you are passionate about. Gift certificates, gift certificates are also welcome. Plan to bring in something with a value of $50, but don’t hesitate to bring a smaller gift that can be combined with another to bring the value up.

Michael Juric says there are buttons on the website WindsorLobsterFeed.com and you can find your tickets there,or send a friend to the website. Bev Graham is looking for your guest list, so she can make the registration so much easier. Tom Hassur says we have room for between 320 and 400 guests but to do that we need to generate the excitement from within.

Bill Conklin gave us a preview for auction items, including a villa in Italy, a ride in a WWII vintage airplane, a sailboat on the Bay, a salmon trip offered by Warin Parker’s and the follow up salmon cook off at Ken & Pam Moulton’s… and… What ideas can you bring to the auction?

Mr. Lobster says to get talkative and promote, promote, promote. Be sure to let him know that you are committed to a table.

Pres John closed the meeting reinforcing what we just heard and reminded us that if we want to do things in the community, the Lobster Feed is our vehicle.