Rotary Spoke 04 24 17

Posted by Michelle Galbiati on Apr 24, 2017
 

Speakers From the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts Talk to Rotary

 

 
The day was bright and sunny.  We were in the company of 17 Lexington Rotarians and 5 guests.  The luncheon fare was steak tips, chicken, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, fruit and chocolate chip cookies for dessert.
The Pledge was led by PP Jim, 1st verse of America by PSA Charles V, and the Invocation by Don S.  The welcome song was led by PSA Charlie V.
 
Raffle gifts were donated by:
  • Walpole Co-op
  • Bob Cunningham
  • Arlex Oil
PP Spencer gave happy dollars for a trip with his family, PP Dan gave happy dollars for Patriots Day,  1st VP Michelle  gave happy dollars for Sophia turning 7, PP Nick gave happy dollars for only working 2 hours at Patriots Day, PP Bob S gave happy dollars and fined everyone $1 for not knowing Paul Harris’ middle name, Sec Julianne gave happy dollars for a vacation, PP Don M gave money for going on vacation, but wanted everyone to know he paid for the helium and PP Jim gave happy dollars for the Brookhaven project vote. Ugur (Pronounced OOR) gave happy dollars for his first trip to Cape Cod. P Susan suggested a fine for everyone that was scheduled for Patriots Day and did not show up.
 
Ugur Urgun, Rotary Club of Lexington's Newest Member Inducted.
 
 
Announcements:
PSA Charlie announced the barbeque that was being held for Ed Barsamian on 4/24.  Also the interviews for the scholarships are being held on 4/25 and the luncheon will be held on May 15th.  There are 12 seats left for Comedy Night, let PP Spencer or PP Dan know if you have anybody in mind that would want tickets.  PP Murray spoke about the Concord meeting and what a success the guest speaker was.  PP Jim F and P Susan introduced our new member Ugur who was previously a Rotary member in Istanbul. Battle of Lexington Trivia will be held on 5/6/17 from 4-6pm at the Lexington Depot, Rotary will pay the fee if anyone is interested.
 
Speaker:
Jennifer Kahn and Danielle came from the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts which is part of the Brain Injury Association of United States.  It is a private non-profit and supports survivors of brain injuries to provide for a better future.  We heard from Danielle who was a junior in high school when she was hit by a drunk driver and went through the windshield of a car. At that time she thought “Why wear a seat belt-why bother.?” Now she advocates for all to wear seatbelts to avoid having to go through what she has been through. Danielle was fortunate that her family received a settlement that allowed them to hire Jennifer as a full-time, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, live-in caregiver.  They explained that a brain injury changed the lives of the survivor, family and friends forever.
 
The 50/50 raffle was won by PP Spencer in the amount of $55.
 
1st VP Michelle G.