Carolyn Ottenbreit opened the meeting at 12:30 pm with President Bill Kehoe in absentia.

Bud Luthman led us in prayer remembering the tragedy in Indonesia.

Steve Wescott led us in a melodious rendition of “O Beautiful”!

 

Our guest of the day was Elaine Eberhart introduced by hubby Frank.

 

 

Todd Lattig for his daughter and the Kittatinny Marching Band. They traveled for a special performance to support a local family who has been the subject of social and racial abuse.

Todd also announce that the local clergy will be hosting a “Love Wins” vigil.

 

Steve Wescott was glad to finish the little path called “Devil’s Path” that Helen led him through while hiking in the Catskills. From Steve’s interpretation of the event we all should be glad Steve is here today.

 

John Frank for Mark Hontz’s induction into the Newton school’s Hall of Fame”. Frank was equally as proud of the representation of Newton Rotary members in this collection of outstanding people.

 

Lisa Nechamkin for her son Wyatt’s first note on the saxophone.

 

Bob Shankman in support of Todd Lattig’s efforts with the “Love Wins” Vigil.

 

Carolyn Ottenbreit in support of the Terry Fox Foundation. Carolyn’s husband Ken started the New York City run. This event is scheduled for October 13, 2018 in Central Park.

 

Bud Luthman was happy that it is less than 3 months before Frank E. returns to N.C.

 

 

Steve and Helen Wescott- October 8^th

 

Todd Lattig announced that the tree planting ceremony will be held at noon on October 13, 2013. We will be planting a Redd Maple just off the parking lot.

 

On November 19, 2018 we will be meeting at Denise Current’s barn to pack backpacks and duffel bags for the homeless project.

 

 

In-Service

We updated committee lists. Everyone should be on at least two.

 

Jim Taylor won the prize at 7 dollars but the pot lives on for another day. He pulled the 5 of clubs’

 

1:00 pm

 

Respectfully submitted by Jim Taylor