Visit to the Rotary Club of West Ashfield Tuesday 27th September

Second club visit of the day, in between trying to pack a carrier bag for me and two cases for Lorraine to take to Scarborough tomorrow for Conference.
A number of members were absent because they had gone to the Derby match, it seems they only managed a draw.

Visit to the Rotary Club of Ashbourne Tuesday 27th September

The club was expecting a visit from Ken and Heather Gillings who were on a Friendship Exchange from South Africa, so Lorraine joined me at the meeting to keep Heather company.  Ken is from the Rotary Club of Westville, South Africa, District 9270 and they have both enjoyed their stay with our District very much.

President Michael Avery asked me to induct a new member Tony Hubbard whose classification is Local Gvernment.  It was a very busy meeting but finished on time.

Visit to the Rotary Club of Retford Monday 26th September

Another long journey for Lorraine and me to Retford but a very good evening with a good turn out of members and alot of enthusiasm.  The club, as always, is giving tremendous support to Conference which is now just a few days away.

Southwell Charter Thursday 22nd September

Accompanied by Rtn.Mike Tomlinson we made an early start for Southwell Charter.  The guest speaker was Mark Spencer MP, a young member of Parliament who had lots of refreshing ideas for political change.
Enjoyed their 'famous' roast beef.

District Council Meeting at Hucknall Wednesday 21st September

A good turn out from clubs for the first meeting at the John Godber Centre in Hucknall.  The venue proved very satisfactory and more cost effective than Mansfield Civic Centre.  One or two members found it difficult to locate, but all were satisfied with the new venue

Bretby Charter Night Monday 19th September

This was held in the nice surroundings of the Branston Golf and Country Club and was hosted by President Andrew Phillips.  After the short speeches we were entertained by the young people from Burton College.

DGN Peter Moralee was presented with a Paul Harris Fellowship and was speechless (this must be a first).

Working for Aquabox Sunday 18th September

Just for a change taking the DG hat off, and putting on the Aquabox Hat,  Lorraine and I attended the morning Service at St Edmunds Church, Allestree where I was invited to talk about Aquabox which is one of their chosen charities.