Naugatuck Rotary - Naugatuck Rotary Newsletter

President Jack called our meeting to order promptly at 12:15PM by leading us in the Pledge. Milt G. led us in song. President Jack then led us in the Four Way Test, he was really tested and had help from the membership. George R. provided his final invocation to the membership.

Things got rolling when Milt G. leading us in song, "You Tell Me Your Dream".

Barbara C. recently returned from a trip to France and Monte Carlo. Due to her alleged 'man' (woman) handling of a foiled pick pocket attempt in France she has been asked to run for Lt. Governor on the Arnold Schwartzenegger ticket in CA! She reportedly to Arnold, "Asta Lavista BeBe!" George R. paid his last two bucks, one being a sad dollar because he will be leaving CT for FL but the happy dollar was for being blessed with eight years of friendship in the Naugatuck Rotary Club. John F. paid two dollars, one for the arrival of a 7lb. 11oz. granddaughter who is named Emma and the second for his wonderful words for being able to facilitate such a wonderful memorial service for our passed fellow Rotarian Bruce T. Rogers and being able to share in the outpouring of love displayed by the Naugatuck Rotarians to the Rogers family. Mike S. then paid a dollar for being so lucky to be in a business that strangers walk up and put glasses of wine in his hand! Jeff C. was fined for passing the 'treasurers' duties off to Debbie C. Kim K., Donna W., Duncan S. and Mike S. were fined for wearing shorts. Tracey for being unavailable while Steve P. and Marcel M. were at JFK Airport picking up our inbound Exchange Student, Gaspar. They were also fined for taking him to a 'strip club'. Steve told us it was part of the orientation. Don Z. for having his picture with his bride in the church bulletin for their 50th wedding anniversary. Congratulations to you folks. In Barbara's never ending quest to pinch a buck out of everyone, a general fine was levied against all members in attendance who were wearing a watch.

Quote for the week: "The bad news is, time flies. The good news is, you're the pilot".

Michael Althsuler

Announcements & Information:

Tracey K. announced our inbound Exchange Student Gaspard was picked up at JFK Airport in NY by Steve P. and Marcel M. He has already started classes at NHS. There will be a welcoming party on Thursday, August 28 at Tracey's house for him. All Rotarians and families are invited. Tracey also announced there is a Yale football game on the schedule for the Exchange Students the weekend of September 20/21. Details will be announced, Tracey will need a head count of those attending, the Hamden club will sponsor the tailgate party.

President Jack announced the books which have been donated to the Whittemore Library in Naugatuck on behalf of Duncan S., Steve P., Gregg D. and Eileen G.

President Jack thanked the membership for their generosity to the Ecumenical Food Bank for the August donation of $215.

Kim K., "sell those roses".

President Jack announced the approval of a $250. donation to Safe Kids, Inc. as part of the Child Car Seat inspection which will be sponsored by Naugatuck Valley Savings and Loan, SB on September 20 from 12:00PM to 4:00PM. There will be certified inspectors available to be sure the car seats are up to date, installed properly and the children are buckled in properly. Also, the local Naugatuck PD Explorers will be finger printing children ages 4 and above at this event. The event is open to the public, please pass the word to your friends, families and yourselves.

Jeff C. spoke about the Bruce T. Rogers Memorial Golf Outing on Monday, September 29 at the Wyantenuck Country Club in Great Barrington, MA. The cost will be $140.00 per player which will include a cart, 18 holes of golf, BBQ lunch and buffet dinner.

Invitations are going out for the 75th Anniversary dinner extravaganza scheduled for October 3. If you know of any folks who should be invited please contact President Jack or Milt G. Also, if you know of any former out bound exchange students please pass the information on to President Jack or Jane W.

Jane L. announced the looming cuts at the NYS, making a plea for the all to attend the NYS wine tasting to be held at Carmen Anthony's in Woodbury, CT on September 14, $110./person.

President Jack announced the joint Rotary District7980/7890 picnic to be held at Holiday Hill in Cheshire on Sunday September 14 from 10:00AM to 5:00PM, $50./person, $25./children 3 to 11, free if under 3. Jack has the Registration forms.

Regarding the golf outing: As of late Friday, August 29, it is confirmed, the outing this year will be a shot gun format. 11:30AM to 12:30PM BBQ lunch, 1:00PM will be shot-gun tee-off with 6:30PM buffet dinner and award ceremony. We are waiting for a call back from the club pro to see if, with advance reservations and paying for a round of golf prior to the shot-gun, will be available to us.

Upcoming Speakers:

September 3, Ann Butler

10, Todd Bussert

17, Jeff Chipokas

24, Mary Connelly

Upcoming Events:

Yale Bowl Tailgate Party for the in-bound Exchange Students, September 20, Saturday

Bruce T. Rogers Memorial Golf Outing, Wyantenuck Country Club, Great Barrington, MA, Monday, September 29, 2003.

October 3, 75th Anniversary Extravaganza at the Continental Room, New Haven Road, Naugatuck

October 9, Annual Rose Sale

Our Speaker Today:

Brian Brennan. He spoke regarding the 75th Anniversary. We are just over one month away. We spoke of various accomplishments the Club has achieved over the years to be listed in our 75th Anniversary booklet. Brian asked for names of past members and spouses and because we are involved with the Rotary Exchange Student Program he asked for names and addresses of our outbounds and our past GSE outbounds. The invites are going out.

Guests:

None this week

Birthdays and Anniversaries:

Anniversary; Marcel and Alexandria Martins, 8/27

Rotary Anniversaries:

Jane L. - 9 Years

Steve P. - 10 Years

Ray D. - 33 Years

Absent Members Today

Happenning Around the District and RI:

See above for the District picnic at Holiday Hill in Cheshire

AREA CLUBS FOR MAKEUP AND INFORMATION LINKS

Fireside Inn - Newtown - Monday 6:15pm

Silvermine Tavern - Norwalk - Monday 12:15 pm

Rapp's Paradise Inn - Ansonia - Tuesday12:15 pm

CC of Waterbury - Waterbury - Tuesday 12:15 pm

Connie's Family Restaurant - Derby - Thursday 12:15 pm

Southbury Hilton - Southbury - Thursday 12:15 pm

Sandwich Man - Seymour - Thursday 7:00 am

Online make-up - Anytime -

Rotary District 7980

Rotary International

Naugatuck Rotary

P.O. Bos 484

Naugatuck, CT 06770