Visit to the Rotary Club of Beeston Monday 9th January

Assistant Governor Noel Harrison joined me for the meeting which was chaired by President Simon.

Wirksworth Club Thursday 5th January

Managed to get to my own club for once.

District Council Meeting 4th January.

This was again at the Novotel.  A good turn out by clubs with the opportunity for members to hear of the proposed changes taking place at RIBI.  More information available at the next Council meeting prior to the vote at the Bournemouth Conference.

Alfreton Rotary Club New Year Message 1st January 2012

Lorraine and I always attend this annual event at The Cottage at Blackwell.  After a good meal the speaker was Rev. Mike Redshaw from the Rotary Club of West Ashfield.

Ho-Ho-Ho-ing at Matlock Co-op and Club Christmas Dinner

The Santa suit was on again for various sessions during the week, collecting for the Rotary Club of Wirksworth. The Elvis look a like is the Manager of the Co-op in Matlock.
On Thursday 22nd December it was the Club's Christmas Dinner with partners and friends at the Waltham House Restaurant.  Two of our grandchildren who were staying with us joined the the fun.

Inner Wheel and Rotary Carol Service Sunday 18th December

This was held at St Martin's Church in Alfreton.  This had been organised by District Chairman Sue Curley and her Executive Committee, and led by Rev. Frank Mercurio.  The Inner Wheel choir led the carol singing.  After the service drinks and mince pies were served.  It was nice to see the church full for the service.

District Exec Meeting Wednesday 14th December

Held at the Novotel, Sandiacre.  The meeting was well attended and the proposed changes to RIBI were discussed prior to the Council Meeting.