Guests:

Carson Detweiler with Doug Detweiler

Elda Kalivioti with Andy Mahoney

Michael Mastrullo with Ann Trudeau  - Michael is the new principle at CCHS and he gave a quick introduction of himself.

 

 

Sheila Watts paid a happy fine in honor of Veterans’ Day

Anne Trudeau paid a fine for her return from Cambodia where she witnessed a graduation of some great students sponsored by Rotary.

Helen Halloran set up an Instagram account and encouraged members to become followers.

Doug Detweiler asked what was special about today – Marine Corps Birthday

Chris Alphen thanked everyone who came to the Octoberfest recap meeting and wished all a Happy Thanksgiving

Sean Smith was traveling in Hawaii on a business trip with some fun mixed in.

June Grace just returned from a lovely trip to CA to visit with family.

Doug Detweiler has been enjoying his experience at the Concord PD Academy program.  He highly recommends it.

 

 

Hilary Taylor remaindered members that the Club will be at the VA Hospital in Bedford on Veterans’ Day- still looking for volunteers and especially people to help with set-up at 9:30AM.

 

The Bell dedication is Saturday November 19 at 2:00PM

 

Club Board Meeting on Monday, November 14, 5:00PM at the White House at Emerson Hospital.

 

Membership meeting on Wednesday, November 16 at Therese Oliver office

 

Steve played a video from the Bristol Lodge Thanksgiving dinner that the club put on Tuesday night.  Thanks to the many members who were there to help.

 

Chris Alphen introduced WWII veteran Walter Fitzmorris.  Walter is 93 years old and was a radioman in the Army Air Corp.  A longtime N. Reading resident and community volunteer with eight children and six daughters, Walter described himself as being blessed.  He was stationed in Great Briton and flew 30 missions over Europe, including a couple secret landing on the continent to deliver cash to the French resistance.  Walter was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Legion of Honor from France for his support of the French liberation.  Walter told a few more stories about his training in the States and Europe and thanked club members for the opportunity to speak.

 

The Speakers Guest was the lucky winner of the door prize.

 

 

Nov 15, 2016 - Sunrise meeting at 7:30AM at the Colonial Inn.
Nov 17, 2016 - NO LUNCHEON MEETING,

Nov 22, 2016 – Sunrise meeting at 7:30AM at the Colonial Inn

Nov 22, 2016 - Noon - Football Mtg @ Bedford Doubletree Inn - 44 Middlesex Turnpike, Bedford

Nov 24 – NO MEETING – HAPPY THANKSGIVING

 Are you an early bird? Can’t do lunch? The Rotary Club of Concord has added a second meeting to their weekly schedule.  Rotarians and their guests may now attend a breakfast meeting from 7:30 a.m. until 8:15 a.m. at the Colonial Inn, 48 Monument Square in Concord. Featuring a hearty breakfast and an informal format, the meeting fits the bill for those who want to be part of Rotary’s many activities, but cannot make a luncheon meeting. Full attendance credit will be given to Concord Rotarians and Rotarians visiting from other clubs.  Please drop in and experience an inspiring start to your day. Learn about upcoming Rotary projects and discuss timely topics.