• President Mony Nop called the meeting to order at 8:15 AM

• Pledge of Allegiance - Deb Tacker led us in the Pledge

• Four Way Test - Rich Goldstein shared the tenets we follow

• Song of the Day -  Brook Witherspoon chose "Lean on Me" as it is a reminder of the power of collaboration and supporting each other

• Joke of the Day - Sarah Palmer, nature-lover, asked how we can identify a dogwood tree? (By its BARK!) 

• Thought of the Day - Philomena Rambo shared her joy of being "Nana" and a fun quote: "Grandmas are moms with lots of frosting."

• Visiting Rotarians:

  • Roy Porfido welcomed back Dave Bedford, in California (instead of North Carolina) for the next 6 weeks

  • Roy also welcomed Bob Tucknott, and expressed sympathy for the passing of Bob's dog, Mac

• Guests: 

  • Brook Witherspoon introduced the Board of Directors of Granada High School Interact Club, two Area 3 Interactors, and the Foothill Interact Treasurer

  • Brook also introduced her husband, Ron Witherspoon

  • Mony Nop introduced Terry Buttchen, City of Livermore Housing Commissioner

  • Mony also welcomed Romelia Garcia, his friend, colleague and client

TODAY'S PROGRAM: INTERACT!

We were delighted to welcome the Granada High School Interact Club Board of Directors, along with their mentor Brook Witherspoon, and some special guests from Area 3 and Foothill High School. It's safe to say that each of us was very impressed with the students for their leadership, community focus, and continual emphasis on bonding and connection in their plans for the upcoming year. We were also impressed that they woke up early to come to our meeting on their last day of summer vacation!

Pictured above: Mony and Brook with GHS Interactors, Ethan, Silvio, Avery, Bijoux, Sydney; Area 3 leaders Avery and Faizaan; and Foothill Interact Treasurer, Ryan.

The students shared their calendar for the school year:

This year's Interactors have plans to improve on previous events, including Coin Wars, which launches in March.

Silvio, Avery, and Ryan shared their experiences at RYLA this year. They all found friends and developed self-confidence and leadership during the week.

Finally, The RYLA Campers all thanked us for our generosity in sponsoring their time at camp.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

• Check out the "Upcoming Events" listed below for complete details and sign-up information for upcoming club happenings!

• Livermore Chamber Mixers - Mony plans to attend the monthly mixers on the 3rd Wednesdays, and invites us to take turns joining him to represent Rotary in our community. Please let Mony know if you are interested in joining an upcoming Chamber Mixer.

• Ambassadors of Compassion - Wednesday, September 30 at Las Positas College. Contact Rich Goldstein for more information.