Nicole McLaughlin, of Plummer Youth Promise, mentioned they held a great event over the weekend – their 6th Annual Paddle for Plummer fundraiser.
Mark Shaw was in town and put on his softball manager's hat. While waiting for the other team, it looked like they would forfeit, until our team forfeited first. On Wednesday the 17th the softball cookout is at Danversport Yacht Club and all are welcome.
Dave Wescott is looking for volunteers to help with DCF picnic on August 8th at 6PM. A signup sheet is going around now.
Both Bill Henning and Mike McLaughlin recognized Chris Casey and his wife’s hosting of the Friends Forever picnic last week. Around 15-20 Rotarians and the Casey’s children and their friends interacted with the very lively Friends Forever group from Israel.
Jason Consalvo mentioned the passing of his 81 year old grandmother who was married 62 years to his grandfather who survived her.
Bruce Whear spoke of processing his dad’s passing, and now that both his parents have passed he is coming to terms with being the ‘older generation now.’ He also had a fairly legitimate excuse for not shaving – something about being a criminal.
Mike McLaughlin applauded the first Dutch Drinks of his administration with fifteen attendees taking up 4-5 tables at Casa Tequila.