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The Rotary Club of Wakefield,
Rhode Island
Thursday, 04/30/2020
 
Place & Time:
ZOOM MEETING from Home
Arturo Joe's
140 Point Judith Road, Narragansett, RI  02882
Meeting Thursday @ Noon
 

 
 
RITUALS
Moderator: Glen Zibolis,
President: Bob Cruz
Virtual Meeting : Zoom
 
 
 
 
Attendance
Members: 27
Guests: (3) Karen Bertrand, Larry Forton, Sezgin Candas
 
Club Business and Announcements
To all Rotarians,
 
In accordance with CDC recommendations supported by Mark Daniel Maloney, President Rotary International our weekly meetings are cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus.  Our next ZOOM  meeting will be Thursday, April 30th. This decision was made in attempts to keep us all safe and healthy.
Yours in Rotary,
 
Bob
 
Fellow Rotarians
 
So far, these virtual meetings have been working out great. We've successfully held two virtual membership meetings and one board meeting with up to 30 members participating at a time, not unlike our regular meetings.
 
I am aware some of you have never done this before and want to participate,  but are unable to do so because you either don't know how or are having trouble installing the necessary software or app onto your computer or smartphone. 
 
I can help and it's easier than you think. I'd be delighted to personally walk you through the process over the phone and have a practice session with you to try it out.
 
If you're interested, shoot me an email or give me a call. It should take no more than 15 -20 minutes. Perhaps we can set a time over the weekend, to do this.
 
If you call and get my voice mail, please leave a message and I will return your call.
 
 
Yours in Rotary,
 
Glen Zibolis
401-595-0019
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPCOMING EVENTS and REMINDERS
Presidents Announcements and Club Business:
President Bob Cruz
Bob said  Lori Horton and Betsy Wisehart will be reviewing the club financial statements.
Bob thanked Ben Bardo and Linda Hennessey for giving their classification talks today.
 
Sandra Cutting stated that due to the Governor canceling all summer outdoor events and festivals, the art festival would be canceled this year.
 
Glen Zibolis as Zoom meeting Moderator, requested that members sign in early so the meeting could begin on time.
 
 Beth Leconte Spoke about the diaper donation program, Beth will be accepting checks made out to her up to noon on Saturday May 2.  Beth will then total the amount and purchase diapers on line, and send out thank you notes to those who donated money.
 
Guests  
Larry Fortin- past member of Wakefield Rotary
Sesgin Candas –past member of  Wakefield Rotary
Karen Bertrand- wife of past district Governor Russ Bertrand
Club Discussion prior to the speakers
Dick  asked about the suggestion of donating the $20.00 we would normally spend on lunch, and where the money would be going.
Dennis said that donations could be made into the Wakefield Charitable Trust through the Facebook page.  He said that there is a $25.00 dollar minimum for donations.
Jim asked if the Facebook page allowed you to donate to either fund.
Sandra asked for clarification on donations payable to Wakefield Rotary with Covid 19 in the memo line.
Jay suggested that any donations be put toward our charitable committee in light of the art festival being canceled.
Glen said that all these decisions would be made at a board meeting.
 
 
Program
Classification talk Ben Bardo
Ben spoke about the different jobs he had in his life from working in the fiberglass trade making pipe and then making kayaks and canoes.  Working on farms, in shearing sheds, freezing works and retail management.  The rewarding experience of social work, helping others achieve success in society.  Activities and clubs joined in New Zealand and in the USA.  He talked about work history in different fields and moving to Rhode Island.  How I joined Rotary, Doug Wardwell as my sponsor and how he got me to come to a meeting.  Concluding with the rotary activities I have contributed to since joining.
Ben's Dodge Power Wagon Club,
Red truck on left is Ben's
 
Classification talk Linda Hennessey
 
Linda was born in Quincy, Mass and was the first person in her family to go to college.  She received a BA from Tufts in Physical Education.  She was married to Tim for 53 years and enjoyed traveling to various countries through his work and achievements.  One memorable trip she spoke about was to Italy.  Linda spent her working life as a Physical Education teacher, a parent and as a realtor.  She has visited over 40 countries, and enjoys golf, tennis, biking and walking.  She joined Rotary in 1990 and was sponsored by Dennis.  Linda is active in many club committees and is a Paul Harris Fellow.
Nancy, Beth and Linda
Before Social Distancing!
Photos
 
Next Meeting:  Thursday, May 7, 2020
 
Many thanks to the reporters and photographers!
 
Please make every effort to attend our next Wakefield Rotary meeting.
Better yet, bring a friend!
 
 
 
 
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