President Millbrook pulled everyone in from their small group conversations and called the meeting to order. The moment of reflection was provided by Katie Krick. The patriotic song was The National Anthem played by John Dale Smith who had made a special appearance.
After reciting the 4-Way Test, Pres. Millbrook invited Rotarians to introduce their guests. They included: Craig Stiles introduced his daughter and her friend. Lisa Smith introduced Linda Saranelli from Suits and the City as Kevin Schumacher's guest.
President Courtney reported on the health of the club. The Club was saddened to hear of the passing of a longstanding Rotarian, Ken Beachler on Tuesday, June 6. A moment of silence was observed in his honor. Services for Ken will be held at The Peoples Church, 200 West Grand River Ave, East Lansing on Friday, June 23, 5:30-7:30 pm and June 24, 10-11 am. The Celebration of Life service will be at 11:00 am.
Announcements included:
- Pat Munshaw announced the Local Grant Recipients: $50,000 total awarded 87 applications this year versus 30 last year 6 Organizations:
▪ Arts Council of Greater Lansing’s Arts Night Out
▪ South Lansing Community Development’s community gardening group
▪ Junior Achievement of Mid-Michigan, enhancing their programs
▪ Cristo Rey Community Center’s direct assistance programs
▪ Potter Park Zoo’s accessible hayride trailer
▪ REACH Studio Art Center’s arts programming and scholarships
- There will be a Lansing River Trail Cleanup on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Willbro Beach Kayak Landing at Rotary Park. Contact Jason Brunette if interested. There will be another opportunity later in the year.
Special music featured Clique Music, presented by Terry Terry
Thanks to our Chair of the Month, Nicole Baumer, and Chair of the Day, Courtney Millbrook, who provided the introduction of Judi Harris, Bilky Joda-Miller and Travis Stoliker who gave their New Member Presentations.
NEXT WEEK: We will meet at Rotary Park for a BBQ luncheon at noon.
Meghan Martin's email is: meghan@lansingarts.org