Past president Mike Meindertsma served as "pinch" president for John Racine in John's absence.
Before "God Bless America" and the Pledge of Allegiance, Mike asked for a moment of silence in honor of longtime Rotarian Bill Edson, who passed away on Feb. 21 at age 81. A memorial service celebrating Bill's life will be held on Saturday, April 14 at 11 a.m. with visitation beginning one hour prior at First Congregational Church.
The invocation was led by Gary Hogue.
Music was presented by Al Bonney, with the assistance of Marsha Minervini, Bob Stow, Vern Gauthier, Amanda Igra and Byron Hanson.
Mike wished Byron Hanson, our excellent and trusty regular keyboarder, a Happy Birthday.
Thom Paulson introduced the students of the week: Luke Broyles and Jade Parker, both of Interlochen Arts Academy. Luke is a film studies student, while Jade studies music, particularly classical saxophone.
Two new Rotarians were introduced. Sponsor Lisa Pointe introduced Lindsey Schollard, a Traverse City native who serves as Director of Information Technology at iOmni, LLC. Sponsor Christopher Cox introduced Hannah Bouwmeester, who is the publisher of Old Mission Living.
Trevor Tkatch told the crowd that we are about HALF WAY to our $100,000 ad sales goal for the Rotary Show program.
Bob Stow invited all those interested in joining the world-famous Rotary Show chorus to stop by the first rehearsal at 7 p.m. Monday, March 5 at First Congregational Church.
Mike reminded everyone to purchase tickets for the President's Reception on Wednesday, April 25th, immediately prior to the Rotary Show run. See Kathy for details.
Becky Ewing won the 50/50 drawing!
