Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers Charter Saturday 28th January

This was held at the County Hall, West Bridgford.  The sat nav let us down but we still managed to get there in time and be welcomed by President Irene.  Another well attended charter with musical entertainment provided by David Somers and Caroline Budden (two very talented young people).  Met the Sheriff of Nottingham

"Who wants to be a Millionaire" evening hosted by President of Ripley Owen Briggs

Got talked into forming a team of four for this regular event hosted by Owen at Lumb Farm.  Lorraine and I with two friends formed the team and whilst we did not win we did take part in the 'tie'break'.  This events raises funds for International Projects.

Rotary Club of Derby South Charter Tuesday 24th January

Held at the Marquee at the Derbyshire County Cricket ground. An excellent Charter venue with good food and good company.  The guest Speaker was Alex Trelenski who is a past member of the Club who has been living in Spain since 2008.

Rotary Club of Wirksworth Annual Dinner and Dance Saturday 21st January

Held at Matlock Golf Club where Lorraine and I had a very enjoyable evening with club members, friends and visiting Rotarians from other clubs. No official duties for me.

Visit to Nottingham Rotaract Thursday 19th January

Meet with Steve Moore prior to the meeting to discuss the potentiasl growth and both Rotaract and Intereact in the District.  Then joined the rest of the members for a social night.

Informal Visit to the Rotary Club of Hope Valley Wednesday 18th January

Lorraine and I visited the club but missed the steak pie (we were a week too late).  However it was a good evening, good food and the speakers were Keith and Jane Jones and Chris and Lesley Kraushaar on their visit to India on a Friendship Exchange.

Visit to the Rotary Club of Dronfield Tuesday 17th January

Accompanied  by Rtn Norman Laud, Vice President Michael made us welcome in the absence of President Andy who is still in Australia.  The club organise the very successful Fishtail Project and it was good to be updated on their progress.