DUXBURY ROTARY CLUB
September 13, 2017 for the meeting of Sept. 20
Jim Middleton spoke about Habitat’s Veterans Build in Plymouth and, looking to the future, possibly a home in Duxbury. Members of the Lyons Club and the Legion joined us to learn more about the how we can assist in building the 1300 square foot cape style single story homes which are designed with three to four bedrooms for a family with two to four kids. Three houses are planned in Plymouth, two for Veterans and one for low income. They now have land off of Long Pond Road but because of delays, they are not ready for our help. Fourteen Rotarians have signed up to help with the construction and to each contribute $100.00 to the cause. Participants do not have to have particular skills. There is need for people who, for example, can help serve food.
Steve and Bruce have suggested some Fun events which includes the beach party see below, a walk in the woods with Joe Grady, a bowling event, a tour of the Bradford House and a wine tasting.
Hurricane assistance in Texas and Florida was discussed. See the second list of suggested ways to help in the emails sent out by the District Governor. It was suggested to wait to provide assistance until things settle down to see exactly what the people really need.
Steve and Cheryl have volunteered to coordinate the placemat fundraiser.
MEMBERSHIP: Abdul is home and improving.
SCHEDULE: “Thursday” (secret day), Sept. 21, a Duxbury beach party starting at 5:30 PM. No meeting on Wednesday Sept. 20. See Steve’s email for more details.
The Director’s Meeting at has been postponed.
Sept. 29, Duxbury Rotary has been invited to attend the Lyons Club Octoberfest 6:30-10:00 PM located behind Sweetsers. Marie Van Slyck, a member of the Lyons Club, can be contacted at mvanslyck@jackconway.com for tickets, which cost $35.00 per person. Drinks are from 6:30-7:30 followed by dinner at 7:30.
Dec. 13, Cheryl is arranging our Holiday Party at the Alden Park Restaurant.
FINES/RAFFLE: Michele acted as the Sgt.-at-Arms. She was successful in raising $46.00 in fines. Steve and Linda enjoyed a trip to the Berkshires celebrating Linda’s birthday. Cheryl is grateful that she left Florida before Irma arrived. Neli and her husband are celebrating 35 years of marriage and will be seeing her son who lives in California. Karl caught a 34-inch striper off of Clark’s Island. Steve won $1.00 in the raffle.