President Debra called the meeting to order at 12:17.
Pledge Debra led the pledge.
Thought: Moha offered a commentary in Arabic that celebrated our Fourth of July as well as a wish for the upcoming soccer game on Saturday.
This Day in History: Debra noted facts from this day in history.
Announcements:
- Debra recognized this year’s board members.
- We are still selling raffle tickets @$20 (250 tickets only) to win an Ebike that Ken has donated to the club. Ken encouraged each member to sell or buy at least 5 tickets. Drawing will be on July 16, just two weeks away!
- We heard from the founders of a charity that supports young adults in Kenya. Veer Arora, age 14, who spoke lives in Glencoe, spoke passionately about this grass-roots organization. It’s called Braveheart Charity.
- The Peace Pole is up in the garden behind the Community House, near our pollinator garden. We will have a ceremony there soon.
Happy Bucks:
- Barb is happy that the Cubs won big yesterday and the US won in the World Cup.
- Moha is happy about Morocco’s win on Monday night.
- Rich – asked for prayers for his friend Gen. Mike Devine, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia.
- Robert noted that last year was the end of the Rotary year, marking his 26th year of perfect attendance!
Program:
Winnetka One was the featured presentation, presented by Jon Talty and Anders Rustin of OKW Architects. They took us through the history of the property over the past 20 years, and the exciting development that is nearing completion.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:30.