Vern Gauthier led the crowd with a rousing rendition of the 12 Years of Rotary, a play on the 12 days of Christmas. 

 

Nikki Sobkowski introduced new Rotarian Dixon Gerber.

 

Jen Casey spoke about the 9/11 Honor Run and presented a $7,000 check to Grand Traverse Metro Fire Chief Pat Parker and others. Jen thanked all the Rotarians that were involved in last year's event and encouraged everyone to participate in next year's. The money will be used to help provide emotional wellness services to first responders.

 

Kurt Rivard was awarded his Paul Harris Plus 7 pin by Holy Homer.

 

Dan Rickard reported that due to the "extreme generosity" of Rotarians, the Christmas basket team will be able to support 40 families this year. Great work Rotarians!!!!

 

Holy Homer reminded everyone that there will be no club meetings on Dec. 24 or 31.

 

Marty Colburn won the 50/50 and promised he'd use the money to fund the removal of the Madison Street stop sign (I wish!).

 

Jeff Hickman acknowledged all the Rotary Charities grant recipients for the past cycle. Head here to check out the grantees.

Nikki Sobkowski with new transferring Rotarian Dixon Gerber