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Midday News for AMRC V10 N32 for February 18
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February is World Understanding Month
 
The month of February is special in the Rotary calendar since it is designated World Understanding Month. The month also includes the anniversary of the founding of Rotary International on February 23 1905, now designated World Understanding and Peace Day.
 
 
February 18 Meeting
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Tuesday, February 18, 11:00 am
At The May Dragon
 
 
Proposed Member Two Meeting Comment Period
The Board has approved DEREK BENTLEY's application for membership and his membership is now on the 'Two Meeting Comment Period'.
 
Derek works for Arvense Group.
Happy Birthday Rotary
February 23 - Rotary is 115 years old
 
Wanted: Old Eyeglasses
The Addison Rotary Club has a friend going to an eye clinic, in March, in Mexico.  If you have any old, but in good shape, unused eyeglasses, you can donate them to the eye clinic in Mexico.  Donations are needed by Feb 16.  Contact President Jerry if you have any old glasses to donate.
Flag Set Out and Pick Up
 
President's Day February 13, 2020
 
Flags will be set out February 15
Flags will be picked up February 22
 
 
Dr. Seuss Day
 
Read Across America/Dr Seuss  Day.
Monday March 2, 2020
George Bush Elementary School
Addison
Come and read to the students.
Reading sessions will begin at 8:30 for the younger classrooms
followed by the higher grades at 8:50. W
All volunteers must arrive by 8:15 so the school can verify everyone knows where to go and that every classroom has a volunteer.
Volunteers are welcome to bring in their favorite childhood book or pick from the selection our wonderful librarian will provide for them.
 
Sign up at our February 18 Meeting
 
MetroCrest Services Key Holder Breakfast
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apr 3, 2020
7:15 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
15th Annual Keyholder Breakfast
 
Clubmember Mary Jo has arranged for a table in the name of the Addison Midday Rotary Club. 
 
The Board would like to fill the table with club members.
 
What better way to start your day than by joining us at our 15th Annual Keyholder Breakfast on Friday, April 3rd from 7:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Westin Galleria Dallas.

Help Metrocrest Services continue our efforts in providing support and assistance to families in need in our communities by attending this event.
 
Sign up for the breakfast on the Metrocrest Services web site and let Mary Jo you will be joining us at our table.

 
Foundation Gala
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A chance to celebrate the Downton Abbey craze whether dressing up like flappers or ladies, gangsters or gents – anyone from the exciting Roaring 20’s era.  You may want to come nattily attired in black tie and elegance, which is always in style, no matter what decade!
 
When: Saturday, March 28, 2020
Where: The Edison - located in lower Downtown Dallas, so centrally located
Cost: $100 (includes dinner, dancing, complimentary valet and $ 2,000 Gambling voot).
Dress: Roaring 20’s costumes, fringe, boas, sequins, tux, gangster shirts & hats.... just come dressed for fun!
Why Rotary Contest
Why Rotary Contest
Submit your essay by March 5
Topic: What is it that Rotary can accomplish and inspires each of us to do?
 
Rotary District 5810 has announced a contest to challenge us to reflect “why Rotary?”
In 50 words or less, capture your feelings about Rotary.
The contest will run through March 5.
 
The winner gets free admission to the Foundation Gala to be held March 28.
But we will all be winners, as this can become your new “elevator” recruitment speech.
 
Count your blessings, cherish the memories you’ll make this holiday season, and begin defining in your own words, “Why Rotary? “
 
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OF THE THINGS we think, say, or do:

 1) Is it the TRUTH?

 2) Is it FAIR to all Concerned?

 3) Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSIPS?

 4) Will it be BENIFICIAL to all Concerned?

Russell Hampton
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Upcoming Events
'Why Rotary' Contest Entry Due
Mar 05, 2020
 
District 5810 Foundation Gala
The Edison - located in lower Downtwn Dallas
Mar 28, 2020
 
Keyholder Breakfast
Westin Galeria Dallas
Apr 03, 2020
7:15 AM – 9:00 AM
 
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