President Chuck Norton chaired the meeting.
Guests: Our only guest was today’s speaker, Elijah Wilde
Birthdays and Anniversaries: No birthdays or anniversaries today.
Announcements: No announcements today.
Thought for the Day: Amy Skalinder inspired us
Happy Bucks: Rich Lalley was happy for his cousin Bobby who just received a new heart. Fred Schwimmer received a Covid – 19 Test and he was infection free.
Dig and Grin: Brooke Peppey entertained us with an “Ode to our Masks” and a new pick-up line: “If Covid -19 does not take you out, can I?”
Our Speaker for the Day was Elijah Wilde who is currently Chairperson of the Winnetka Caucus.
The Winnetka Caucus was founded in 1915 to encourage and evaluate individuals for public offices in Winnetka (and Northfield for the Winnetka-Northfield Library Board). There are 68 potential members from 16 districts. Without a major issue on the horizon, many of the slots are not filled. The idea of the Caucus is to avoid the bitter partisan debates that can tear apart communities and instead have an out-reach program to engage as many citizens as possible to discuss issues and concerns. Then, the Caucus encourages thoughtful citizens to run for the various public offices and Boards of Trustees within the community.