• President Sherri Simoni called the meeting to order at 8:17 am.

• George Duarte led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. A not widely known fact about George is that he kissed the Blarney Stone twice  First time his wife videoed him and camera was not on.  Then he did it again.  Sadly the film canister was lost.

• Song of the Day -  Sweet Caroline by Bob Tucknot

• Thought of the Day - 

• Philomena Rambo brought us Kevin Drake's  Ponderings from Project Happiness Facebook page May 30, 2023 "Be grateful for life.  Not everyone made it this far.  Somebody didn’t wake up today, but you did. That’s reason enough to stop complaining, and that is enough to be thankful for.  Never let your troubles blind you to your daily blessings. 

• Though we often take it for granted, this life is a gift.  Today is a chance to leave complaints and stress behind and embrace the beauty that surrounds us.  Let’s count our blessings, keep things in perspective, and appreciate the little things that bring us joy:  a warm hug, a kind gesture, a breathtaking view. 

• I'm grateful for the unwavering support of my loved ones."

• Joke of the Day - Eric Dille: If at first you don’t succeed try, try again. and then quit.  Why make a fool of yourself. 

• At all times I carry a small bottle of brandy in case I see a snake.  At all times I carry a small snake.
• I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food!"

Visiting Rotarian: 

• Livermore Noon Rotary Club's Caroline Sigfried introduced by Philomena Rambo
• Dublin Rotary Club's Bob Tucknot category Electrical Contractor introduced by Beth McCormick
• Steve Smolder, old friend introduced by Dave Bedford

• Terri De Lima introduced by Beth McCormick
• Vicky Drake introduced by Dave Bedford
• Kristen Drake introduced by Dave Bedford
• Brian Drake contractor in Livermore introduced by Dave Bedford
• John Freeman introduced by Moni Nop

Sherri gave a shout out to our fellow Rotarians who have gone above and beyond this week to represent our club in the community:

• Philomena-Social Events Survey
• Philomena-Communication with Drake family
• George D. -Stepping up to be Greeter today
• Dave Bedford-Getting drinks to St. Charles on Sat
• Lauren-Youth protection interviews

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

• The Gift of Reading Project: Philomena said there are some book delivery spots still available.          Gift of Reading Sign up Form: