Petoskey Rotary Noon Club NEWSLETTER – May 20, 2015
 
Four Way Test:  Thank you Christian Smith
 
Invocation:  Tribute to Those No Longer with Us - Dave Thomas and Terry Newton put together a moving memorial honoring deceased Rotarians: “Over the years we have lost several fine Rotarians who were community leaders and mavericks in their own right. These have included Rodney Saxton (1991), Erwin Lemble (1993), Charles Parks (1996), Warren Luttman (1997), Richard Lundberg (1997), William McCune (1998), Kirk Schaller (2001), William Todd (2001), John Newton (2001), Walter Boese (2004), Don Friend (2007), Arthur Nikkel (2008), Mark Littler (2009), John Myers (2011), Robert Brummeler (2011), Walter Knowles (2011), Robert Blanz (2011), John Carpenter (2013), Russell Langs (2013), John Johnson (2013), Jack Waldvogel (2014) Thomas Postelnick (2014). We honor their memory and the many contributions that they made to our club and the community they loved and called home.”  See more at:  http://petoskeyrotary.org/SiePage/about-our-club#sthash.1ekti4Py.dpuf
 
Visiting Rotarians:  Roy Longworth of Boyne City and Jan van de Kuinder of Nijkerk, Netherlands. Jan gave a description of his club and town and Club Banners were exchanged
 
Life Events:  The Club is pleased to see Bob Maldegen back in action
 
Song of the Week:  “Smile”
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Fellowship:  First Thursday, June 4th, 5:30. Location to be announced
 
Back to Bay View:  June 3, 2015 will find our meetings back at Bay View Inn
 
Community Conversation:  Lorraine Manary announced a community meeting sponsored by Bridge Magazine, focusing on economic issues. The event will be held on May 21st from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Emmet County Fairgrounds. 
Rotary Park Fund:  Bob Waldvogel announced that we have opened up the 2015 Grant Cycle for the Rotary Park Fund. It is available on our website and the instructions are a part of the application process
 
Service across the Generations:  Hosted by Independence Village of Petoskey; this is a special event co-hosted by the U.S. Army which will honor veterans and their families. There will be a swearing in of new recruits, a test of your strength as you compete on games with Army servicemen, and the chance to explore Humvees and other classic Army vehicles. To register for the Veteran’s Honor ceremony, please call 231-348-8498 by June 25th.  The event takes place on Saturday, June 27th from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Independence Village, 965 Hager Road, Petoskey. For more information please visit:  www.seniorvillages.com
 
BUZZED:  Guinness World Record Attempt:  The Harbor Barber will be attempting to break the world record for the most haircuts in a 24-hour period. If you are willing to get a buzz cut, and donate to a great cause, Harbor Light Christian School, then please call the Harbor Barber at 231-526-4299 today to set up your appointment with history. Heads are needed; patrons will be given the option of a #1, #2, or #3 clipper blade buzz cut. The date is June 4th till the 5th from 6:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. 24 hours later, Harbor Light Christian School, 8333 Clayton Road, Harbor Springs, MI
 
Program Committee:  The Club would like to thank Roger Winslow for his outstanding job in bringing us worthwhile programs every week. Lynde Richards has agreed to take up the challenge. Roger and Ingrid Flemming will serve as her Committee. Anyone else interested in assisting Lynde should contact her
 
Adopt a Highway:  Mark your calendars now for Saturday, September 26th, 2015 for the next highway cleanup
   
Billy Duff Cabin:  Save the date; Thursday May 21st, 2015. The cost is $10.00 for great ribs. Everyone is asked to bring a dish to pass. There will also be group biking to the event. Contact Jim Beno if you are interested in joining this group. Please sign-up if you have not already done so. If you signed up and cannot attend, please have your name removed from the list
 
Petoskey Department of Public Safety 6th Annual Open House:  Saturday June 6th, 2015 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Fire Station. Free Hot Dogs and Drinks and Free Gifts for Children. Come watch a Firefighter Water Ball Competition and come see the Emergency Response Team Vehicles and Equipment
 
Pedal for Polio:  Save the Date, June 14thPlease see Dr. John Scholten for further details
 
Induction of Officers:  Save the date. Thursday, June 25th, 2015
 
Foundation Raffle Tickets:  In order to have a chance at $5,000 we need to buy/sell 95 tickets. Tickets are $20.00. If you are interested in buying a ticket, or selling a few, please contact Chris Etienne
 
Diamonds & Denim:  Please let Ingrid Flemming know which committee you are interested in serving on. This information is needed by the Trails Council so we can partner effectively. Please email her at: imflemming@hotmail.com
 
Table Stewards:  If you would be interested in heading up and forming a table for eight, please contact Dave Thomas or Cindi Bauer
 
Solicitation for Auction Items:  Please coordinate with Cindi Bauer or Ingrid Flemming regarding the businesses you will be contacting. A Master List has been created which will be used by both our Club and the Trails Council. We do not want to have more than one person contacting business owners for a donation. Your assistance with this endeavor will be greatly appreciated
 
PROGRAM
 
Our own Howard Richards treated the club to a Jazz Piano Concert. Many present voiced their opinion, that; “This was one of the best programs ever.” If you are interested in building up your jazz music library, starting off with Howard’s selections would be a good start. We heard “Green Dolphin Street” Miles Davis; “All Blues” Dave Brubeck; “Take 5” Hoagy Carmichael; Vince Guaraldi, "Linus and Lucy"; Duke Ellington, “Take the “A” Train”. Howard also did some improvisation with the help of the audience. Rotarians chose the keys, and Howard composed using those keys. Simply wonderful!