Notes from the Meeting 25 May 2017

OPEN:

President Mike welcomed our guests and officially opened the meeting with the loyal toast.

 

INTERNATIONAL TOAST:
Peter Hovey proposed the toast to the Rotary Club of Manchester, UK.   

It was formed in 1911 and has been actively supporting many causes since, including the End Polio Now  campaign, the Disaster Aid UK campaigns, the Christie Hospital, the Francis House Children's Hospice, The Stroke Association, the Narrowgate Homeless Shelter and others.

After the recent Manchester Arena attack, Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland said they were greatly saddened and shocked following the tragic event.  They sent their heartfelt condolences to all those affected but noted that in these times, "strength and compassion is needed to rebuild lives, restore faith in humanity and show the world that no matter what, community spirit and togetherness will rise above everything." Many Rotary members both locally and across the globe attended vigils to show support.  The Rotary District which included Manchester and surrounding areas set up a Trust to provide practical help to the victims and families of those killed or injured by the attack.

 

FOUR-WAY TEST

 

ROTARY GRACE

 

COMMUNITY SERVICE: 
Kevin Leadbetter updated us on the Breakfast for Cancer, hosted by Mark McArdle's office in the CCSA Hall on Friday 26 May.  The Banner is currently in the hall and volunteers were to assist from 8.15am.

 

ZONTA HOUSE:

Will Waterford informed us that the Zonta house was completed today and is expecting its first occupants on the weekend.

 

RELAY FOR LIFE:

Dan Thomasson said 530 people were given breakfast at Relay for Life on May 21.

 

CENTURION:

It isn't too late to become a Centurion.  Presentations will be made on Changeover night.  

RIKI TIKI:    

An impromptu session was conducted by Patrick King: some may say shameless self-promotion, while others learnt something about iPhone microphones. 

 

SERGEANT at ARMS:    

Dave Smith again did a splendid job.

 

RAFFLE:

Conducted successfully by Graham and Les.

 

GUEST SPEAKER:

Kane Dalley, principal adviser and director of boutique financial advisory service, Sterling Advice, was our guest speaker for the evening.  Although unable to provide specific advice to individuals he gave an informative and entertaining presentation.  The crux of it all was that the world has changed markedly in recent times and will continue to do so, and this can be seen in changing markets and strong growth investments.  He suggested the tech industries and especially medical technology and bio-tech would be good investment options, but that you should seek advice which takes into account your individual circumstances.  

 

CLOSE:
President Mike thanked our guests and guest speaker, the duty team and all for attending. The meeting was closed with the singing of the National Anthem.