District Finance Meeting Tuesday 8th May

Held at the Novotel, this was Malcolm Whitt's last meeting as District Treasurer.  Incoming District Treasurer Phil Harris attended to ensure a smooth changeover for the next Rotary Year.
I expressed the thanks of the committee for all the work he had done over the past five years.
Following this meeting there was a brief Foundation Meeting to discuss 'Future Vision' plans.

Joint Charter Friday 4th May

This was a new venture for the Rotary Club of Drone Valley and the Rotary Club of Eckington and District joining together for this Charter Celebration.  The theme was 'May the 4th be with you' linking to Starwars.

However I did not go dressed as Dark Vader.  Musical entertainment was provided by The Young Inspirations Theatre Company.

Rotary Club of Vale of Belvoir Charter Thursday 3rd May

Held at The Wellbeck Banqueting Hall in Nottingham.  President Duncan welcomed members and friends from South Africa.  He then presented three Paul Harris Fellows to members including Steve Lawes who will DG 2014/15.  The after dinner speaker was Robert Holland, a very amusing undertaker.

Visit to the Rotary Club of Sherwood Forest Wednesday 2nd May

An formal visit with Lorraine to see how President Sue was coping after her hip operation.  The speaker for the evening was from Framework, a Nottingham based charity.

General Council at Alcester 29th/30th April

Before setting off to Alcester Lorraine and  I cooked lunch for 50 church members.  Being the expert at washing up I spent most of the time at the sink and leading the dishwasher.
After the evening meal on Sunday Lorraine and I organised the entertainment which we did in the form of 'call my bluff'.

Monday was the final General Council Meeting of this Rotary year.

District Assembly Saturday 28th April

I opened the District Assembly before handing over to DGE David Ashley.  Once again there was an excellent turnout from the members of the District and I had the pleasure of taking session for new Rotarians.