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The Tri-Town RotaNews - November 29, 2006
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Rotarians O'er the World, You Lead the Way!
Commissioned to commemorate the visit of Donna Jean Wayman, Rotary International District Governor, District 7930, to the Topsfield, Boxford and Middleton Rotary Club, Massachusetts, USA, on September 6, 2006.
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President John rang the bell at 12:15 MST and in Joe Carroll's absence Bob Murhy rose to the challenge and provided the blessing. Bob asked that we remember our neighbors in Danvers who have had to deal with the disaster.
Visiting Rotarians and Guests:
Our sole visitor today was Chris Costello from the Manchester Essex Club and our District Membership Chair.
Make Ups:
There were no make up cards today.
If you missed today's meeting, you have until December 13 to complete a makeup.
Fines and Happy Dollars:
Todd Darling took over as the Sergeant at Arms.
- Peter McAllister deposited funds noting that his office had contributed $250 to the Danvers Family Fund to aide the disaster victims who remain homeless.
- Chris Costello paid a fine in advance, just in case his wife called to say baby number three is on the way. Congratulations to the Costello's!
- Gary Sinclair was happy that he is in finals week at law school. Cliff notes anybody?
- Jan Sinclair is happy over finding out the sex of their first grandchild later today. Spoil that kid!
- Bob Was contributed for the great year Masco football experienced and was sorry for their loss.
- Harry Martin reminded all the tomorrow is the last day, November 30, for matching contributions to The Foundation,
- Bernie Creedon gave happy dollars for the upcoming flu clinics in the three towns we serve.
- Bob Murhy was speechless as he had a mouthful for prime rib.
- Linda Parker deposited happy dollars for the safety of all affected by the Danvers explosion.
- Gretchen Marks was happy for the discovery of the lost poker chips.
- Derek Scaldione was happy that his baby is on solid foods.
- Bob Luscinski was happy to be sitting at a table where there were more new Rotarians than old.
- Oscar Padjen was happy over the stock markets rise.
- Bill Shannon was happy for the great Thanksgiving he spent with family and for Joanne Travers assistance during his absence.
- Todd Darling kicked in for the great year for Masco football.
Raffle:
The Queen of Hearts lost her King this week. The card eluded the lucky winners today and the pot is safe until next week.
Announcements:
- Harry Martin presented Jen Osmani with her sustaining member wings. Congratulations Jen and thank you for your support!
- The BOD will meet next week in light of the upcoming holidays
- Poinsettias will be here next week. please show up early so we can all get them ready for delivery.
- I heard there was going to be an open bar.
- John Plate passed around thanks letters from some of the children who received dictionaries from the Club this year.
- The sign up for the December 9th Christmas party circulated. There will be a Yankee Swap. 1 gift per individual/couple, $10 value or so. Peter McAllister will be ho ho hoing.
- Gary Sinclair announced that students at Masco requested a little help getting turkeys for them to distribute to families in need. Three birds showed up at Gary's office and were given to the students.
- Comedy Night is approaching, February 8, 2007, 7-10 pm here at Angelica's. Paul Gilligan has come through once again and offered to help us out. Thanks to Joanne Travers for arranging the evening. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Call Joe Long 978 360-2793 for tickets. They make great Christmas gifts.
- The Masco Chorale will be here December 13 and we'll be starting at 11:30. Cost is $24 per person. We'll need a head count for next week.
Program:
Today's speaker was Chris Costello our District Membership Chair.
He was a little worried having déjà vu. It was Lynnfield who had him speak on a prior occasion in this very room.
Why is recruitment so difficult?
Rotary is a great organization. There's a sense of community, fellowship opportunities and its service oriented. So why doesn't everyone want to belong? The trouble is a lot of people who aren't familiar with Rotary don't realize what it is we do or offer as an organization.
The only real way to break this chain is to invite people to join us at a meeting and experience Rotary for themselves. Invite a co-worker, friend, neighbor or business associate for lunch. They may just discover something truly amazing.
Long term develoment.
- As a Club we need to develop our own membership plan, focusing on recruitment and retention. We need to ask ourselves, what we want our club to look like in 5 years.
- Look to RI classification system. Using this tool our eyes and minds are open to discover opportunity for recruitment in our communities. Business fields we may not associate with our own are exposed and those individuals are can be identified as possible members.
- Make membership in the Club meaningful. We are a group of influential people who can have an impact on the community in which we live and work.
- Look to Family of Rotary to further support membership. Rotary becomes part of family culture when we involve our spouses and our children, grandchildren, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews.
Short Term Recruiting
What can you do now to strengthen your Club?
- Wear you Rotary pin. people will associate Rotary to your positive actions and it's a great conversation starter as they ask, "What's the pin all about?"
- Good speakers make good Rotarians.
- Make induction ceremonies special moments. Invite family, friends and co workers.
- Use membership's teams within the Club. Form 5 or 6 teams that get together brainstorm and develop potential new members. Doing so will make membership recruiting a priority.
- Develop a letter that can be readily accessed by the Club members to invite potential new members to join our ranks.
Upcoming Programs:
December 6: - Jeannnine Cardoza - Hemophilia in the developing world
December 13: - We will be honored with the annual visit by the Masconomet Chorale
at our special Christmas luncheon. Bring a guest. Price is $24 per person.
- Appetizers from 11:30 am to 12:15 pm
- Lunch served at 12:15 pm
- Masco Chorale at 1:00 pm
December 20: - TBA
December 27: - No Meeting
January 10: - TBA
January 10: - Michael Stare of Spectrum Fitness Consulting will educate us on our fitness needs and concerns.
TBM Calendar 2006-2007:
- Wednesday December 6: - Board Meeting at 11 AM at Angelica's
- Wednesday December 6, 2006: - Annual Meeting of Club - Election of 2007-08 Officers and Directors
- Saturday December 9, 2006: - Christmas Party at 4 Mile Village
- Thursday February 8, 2007: - Comedy Night at Angelica's - 7-10 pm.
- Monday June 11, 2007: - Annual Golf Tournament
Calendar of District Events
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