THE BLADE
Rotary Club of
Vol. 50, No. 38 March 20, 2008
THIS WEEK'S MEETING:
This will be a regular meeting - at Woodmore, at the usual time. But as to the March 27th meeting, watch this space and listen for Eolia’s announcement at this week’s meeting.
Jeffrey Swilley, Deputy Director of the Workforce Investment Board for
Next Week: Our only evening meeting this month will be Charter Night, the 29th cocktails at 6, with dinner served at 6:45 at the Course at Andrews AFB. You enter through the
There’ll be music and dancing along with food and Rotary. If you didn’t sign up on the sheet circulated at the last meeting, please let President Eolia how many guests you will have.
LAST WEEK'S MEETING
President to-be Judy opened the meeting Beyhan led us in prayer and
Ramblin’ Bob Grill let us in on Debra Maier’s available-to-rent Ocean City Condo (call 410-353-2160 to make arrangements) and Bob also informed us of our invitation to attend Gallaudet Day on March 25th or 26th at 10:30 a.m. during which the Rotary scholarship honoring John Moore and Ollie Zinmeister will be presented. Check the date to make sure then let President Eolia know if you plan to attend. The cost is $30.
Helen Svensen of the Greenbelt Club brought a personal invitation to every member to join that Rotary club for its March 26th fundraiser blowout at the Marriot on
Mary Dudley clued us on the way to enter and to update the District’s database. You’ll need your member number which she will provide on request. Email her at mdudley@dchweb.org to find out.
GUESTS
Our guests included Joe Mahann, a WWII vet who worked many years for NASA, accompanying Jan Kalshoven and Greg Tavarotozzo, owner of Silhouette Photography and Imaging, whose trajectory in Bladensburg Elementary, Junior High, High School suggest that he may culminate by matriculation through the Rotary Club of Bladensburg(?). And that’s not all; Dr. Bill Duboyce’s guest was nurse and writer Pat Ballish who revealed her intention to become a full-fledged member.
John Moore was recovering from a bruising battle with a giant; we’re glad John won and wish him a speedy recovery!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
You may help 100 high school student Peacemakers from
The Club celebrates its 50th Charter Night on March 29th at 6 PM (for cocktails, with dinner to follow at 6:45 PM) at The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base Officers Club. Look for directions in a future Blade. As we mark the beginning of our 50th year, let's invite past members to celebrate with us and help us gather memories of the past 49 years. Ask Eolia for an invitation if you're in touch with a past Club member you' like to invite.
The District Literacy Summit, coordinated by President Eolia, will be held the morning of March 29th at the Rockville Library is the Literacy Summit - contact Eolia for more info.
REMEMBER: May 15, 2008 is the date of the 31st Annual Bladensburg Rotary Golf Tournament. Mike Ahearn's ramroding the event - and anyone not playing will be needed to help. Be sure to mark your calendar, and get in touch with Mike (301-623-3323) to volunteer.
Last call: March is Rotary Literacy and Understanding Month. Any new or gently used books (friction or non-friction, well, whatever, you call ‘em!) from pre-K to fifth grade are welcome. Celebrate by bringing in some more books for our elementary school libraries.
The next Feed the Homeless Night is Mar 20, 2008. Is it your turn to help? Let Ann Swann or President Eolia know.
Note cards can be ordered from Jim Miller, for a mere $18 a box of 24, with $9 going to the Foundation. He will print cards with any picture you choose - your own, or one of those available from Jim.
50:50 Your servant, oddly enough
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
March 20 Board Meeting at 11 AM, before our regular Club meeting
March 20 4:30 p.m. Feed the Homeless - Elizabeth House in
March 29 OUR 50TH CHARTER NIGHT - 6 PM (dinner at 6:45) - The Courses, Andrews Air Force Base.
Respectfully submitted,
Roger Candelaria
Blade Editor