November 11, 2008

21st Meeting of President Gary

Thank you to Dr. Michael Warren, PHD for speaking about forensics anthropology. What a great presentation. Robbie Fields, program chair for November, we look forward to your next speaker.

Special Thanks to:- Shann Purinton & Danny Martinez - Special Feature: Rotary Foundation benefactors & Bequests.- Rotary Club of Palatka Veterans who served their country proudly in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard.- Assisting with last week’s meeting - Doug Webb & Joe Maltby (meeting room set-up), Robbie Fields, (Greeter & Program Chair for November), Danny Martinez (Pledge), Quincy Masters (Invocation), Otha Powell & Ken Chappell (music), Don Holmes (Sgt-at-arms report) Peggy White (internet & bulletin), Rusty Starr (bulletin), Derek Hembree (Secretary), Wayne McClain (Treasurer).

- Club members for opening their homes to exchange students during the District Youth Exchange interviews.

- Brian Michaels Challenge – Nora Michaels, Brian’s widow, was a guest of our Club this past Tuesday. Nora challenged the Club to remember Brian’s love for education and books by making a commitment to the Dolly Parton “Imagination Library” Book Program. In addition to Nora’s initial donation, our Club donated $100 in Brian’s memory and will be discussing further commitment at our 11/18 Board meeting. Members will be hearing more from the President and Board on how our Club can meet Nora’ challenge. For more information about the “Imagination Library visit - http://www.dollysimaginationlibrary.com/howworks.php

Dr. Michael - Our Speaker
Forensic Pathology

PDG Shan - Jotting points
Benefactor Program

PP Dan - Speaking
Bequest Program

Nora Michael - Special Guest
Dolly Parton Dream Library
Brian's passion for reading

Dawn - Announcing
Christmas Program a Fun Party

Don- 100% attendance

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