ROTARY CLUB OF CHESTFIELD
Minutes of the Meeting
Held on Thursday, July 12th at 7.30 am
The Golf Club Chestfield
Apologies for Absence:
Dave C. Ian John B. Marian Sue Sarah
Myfanwy Pete Reggie Robert M. Wendy
Birthdays:
Ian July 13th
Spyros July 14th
Kathy July 17th
President, Pat:
New President, Pat, opened her first meeting promptly at 08.00 am with thanks for the successful rescue of the boys and their coach from the cave in Thailand despite the sad death of one of the team of divers.
David Bowley:
Jean M. has been visiting David regularly and Nick went to see him recently. David is in good spirits but his recovery will take time. David sends his very best wishes to everyone and would welcome visitors but please ring first (01227 375262).
Subscriptions:
David M. reminded anyone who has not paid their subscriptions that they should be paid by the end of this week.
Opening Your Heart to Bhutan:
An application for a further District Grant to support Opening Your Heart to Bhutan has been submitted.
Events Folder:
Could everyone please remember to put ‘No’ or an ‘X’ against their name on the forms in the Events Folder so that organisers of events know who has seen the form.
Car Parking, July 14th:
Godfrey has barely enough volunteers to man car parking on July 14th and he reminded everyone that the Club had agreed to keep going with car parking which is a major fundraiser. Despite this, support from the Club has been poor with less than half the members signing up to help so that he has to rely on the same few people to keep going. There is a need for more members to help even if only for an hour or so each time. The Club has signed up for car parking until January next year and there are forms for each date in the folder.
Samba Band and Summer Beach BBQ, Sunday, July 15th:
The Samba Band will be playing its way from Hampton to Tankerton tennis courts on Sunday leaving Hampton Pier at 11.00 am. There will be a stop on the way at Seaview where Ron M. will be waiting with a scrumptious BBQ for which donations (paper money only) will be gratefully accepted. The band will be collecting along the way for Pilgrims’ Hospice and Opening Your Heart to Bhutan and Pat needs everyone who can help . Please remember to wear a Rotary T-Shirt or Hi-Vis jacket.
Bat and Trap Evening, Wednesday, July 25th:
The Bat and Trap Challenge evening against RC Whitstable will be at the Huntsman and Horn, Margate Road, Herne Bay, CT6 7AF starting at 7.00 pm. Ron has to confirm numbers very soon so if you would like to help the Club triumph yet again please sign up as soon as possible. Sadly, RC Herne Bay has another event that evening so will be unable to take part.
Greta Trip, Wednesday, August 29th:
The Greta trip has been rescheduled for Wednesday, August 29th sailing at 11.00 am. So far eight of the maximum crew of twelve is able to make the trip so that there are four places available. Please contact Ron (Mob: 0784 868 9576 or Email: ronbenning984@gmail.com) as soon as possible if you or friends would like to make the trip.
Young Chef Competition, November 24th:
Owain has emailed schools and so far has had four responses. He will follow up at the beginning of the new school year.
Visit from Apeldoorn, June 7th to 9th 2019:
Andrew B. has suggested the dates of June 7th to 9th to Apeldoorn.
Any Other Business:
Spyros brought along some vegetables which sold out.
Raffle:
Jenny won a bottle of wine.
Master of Alms:
Nick has a target to exceed over £600.00 raised last year and got off to a great start at the Handover Meeting and must be nearly there after today.
Visitors and Greetings from Other Clubs:
Robert S. brought greetings from Bill Flavell, President, RC Folkestone Channel.
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