New Canaan Rotary Club Bulletin May 10, 2007
President Nancy, in an unprecedented move. rang the bell three minutes early. The small crowd in attendance was so taken aback that it took until “of the United States of America” before they joined Nancy in the recitation of the Pledge. Pastor Adolph then offered a blessing and acknowledged that we humble humans were starting to get the message that God is angry. Therefore, according to Ad, no more fire, floods or pestilence are required at this time. We can only hope that Heaven was receiving what Adolph was sending!
As dessert was being served Nancy’s waiter placed her cake in front of her while she was turned away speaking to one of her subjects. When she impulsively turned back to her place, she put her hand on the table, only to discover that the cake had interceded. When the rest of the table saw what she had done they too smushed their hands into their cake, much as the French Court would have done had Louis XIV done what Nancy had. Following an extensive cleanup Nancy rose to start the meeting and announced that she has but two more meetings before she reverts to being one of the little people. Whereupon Amy started chanting, “four more years.” Then, as Nancy found herself near the door an early departee placed his fine money in Nancy’s willing hands. She remarked that she liked having men put money in her hands to which David Rucci quipped,” I bet this isn’t the first time it’s happened.” The consensus was that, without disputing the veracity of David”s remark, it was in poor form.
Guests included new Bank of NC President Robert G. Cocks,Jr., a current Rotarian from Vernon, CT, Patrick Hoey from BoNC, and Lee Wilson who, though married to the mighty Marty Skrelunas mysteriously has a different name. Let’s see, Wilson/Skrelunas…Skrelunas/Wilson. Maybe not so mysterious after all.
Our vaunted Leader announced that a few spots are still open for the District Assembly in Saratoga, NY from May30 through June 3. If you too would like to give Nancy some money, sign up now.
Fred Baker shared the news that the Westport Rotary golf outing will be held at the rejuvenated Longshore Country Club sometime in June. David Bryant announced his intention to show up on the first and wait for the starter to send him off.
Scott Hobbs then reported that both money and stuffed animals are flowing into his Iraqi Kids effort. There is no limit and the need is ongoing. When you think how fortunate we are to be here in the bosom of our families, enjoying our privileged way of life, we need to find ways to show our support for the members of our Armed Forces and their families who sacrifice so much to make that possible. Great initiative, Scott!
Scott then donned his sergeant’s hat and, after giving a lesson in semantics, collected a bundle.
Scott’s aging father then arose and introduced a man who needed no introduction, but he insisted, Rob Malozzi. Rob, a third generation NC retailer, head of the Downtown Study Committee and Fourth of July Fireworks celebration, volunteer firefighter, etc. is running for a seat on the Board of Selectmen. He explained how he had arrived at his decision to run, the issues he believes are most important, his preferred style, and his priorities. He then fielded questions from the audience and, in an ecumenical anomaly, adopted a campaign slogan spontaneously created by Democrat George Baker: “New Canaan, a town not sort of a country club.” Pithy!
In the coming weeks we will hear from 11 Democrat and 10 Republican Presidential candidates, three First Selectman candidates, three Board of Selectman, numerous Town Council, Board of Ed, Constable and Justice of the Peace hopefuls. It’s just important to remember that Rotary is not political.
Dennis Kucinich
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