What a whirlwind of activity last Thursday. It was a great day to be a Rotarian. We started things off at noon, on the square, for the clock dedication. Over 25 Rotarians were present and we had about another 25 guests. Straight up noon the clock started to chime and Greg prepared to dedicate the click and thank the people who made it possible. Ron, Henry and Betty Bartly took photos. Recognition was given to the contractors, town employees and county employees helped erect the clock. Things were wrapped up at the square in short order and preparation for the year end party was soon to commence.
At 4pm Jenny, Flory and Suzanne started to orchestrate other Rotarians in setting up for the year end party. Blowup palm trees needed air, tables needed set up, and beer that needed chilled. Jenny, Flory and Suzanne make it all look easy. Rotarians and spouses started to gather a little before 6pm bring side dishes and desserts to share. The Blanton House is an ideal backdrop for our party. Members mingled on the back patio while Chas played music. Shared Blessings cooked our pork steaks for us and were given $1000 for their Food Pantry along with donated items from the Rotarians. Amy Elliott kicked things off at 7:45. Neal inducted two new members and received the Lois J Arnold award for his work this year on the Membership Committee. Ron and the new board were installed for the 2013-2014 year and Greg was thanked to his service to the club. Ron recognized his new committee chairs and the meeting was adjourned back to the patio to clean up the left over beer and wine.
It was a good time for all until someone broke the bottle opener. But, like a good neighbor, Mike P. was there with his shoe. I wish I had a picture of him in action. Folks, that is just something you will have to see for yourselves.
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