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Rotary Log for March 21, 2019 President Cleo opened the meeting promptly at 12:15 and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Al Lantinen guided us through God Bless America and Ann Bliss directed the Four- Way Test. Past President Ben Wheeler’s invocation paid tribute to late Rotarian Ray Jones. At 12:27 Cleo brought the meeting back to order. Club Announcements Ken Riley is on 7-day Notice. Cross Roads House needs a server on April 3 and cooks and servers for May 5. Fine master Neal Ouellett reminded us that April 4th is our Annual Joke meeting. Come prepared! Jon Flagg's Historic Moment was from March 20, 1958 when the Club sponsored a "Wake up and Read" initiative. That information conflicts with the popular myth that more people today visit the library. (Our table was going to kid Mort that he was likely Club Secretary back then. However, we realized that was the same year several of us were born.) One of my table-mates noted that Jon’s remarks were quite short. That would be unusual for a billable hours attorney… Cleo's Project for the Year is a hands-on effort and donation to the John Paul Jones House. The work includes new plumbing, new interior glass doors, ADA handrails and more. Total cost of the project is $48,188 dollars. After some discussion, the club voted and approved to donate $18,199 dollars from the Raymond P. Jones Fund for the project. The Cash Committee approved $11,000 dollars more and Portland Glass is making a $2500-dollar in-kind donation. An anonymous benefactor, among others, is chipping in $10,000 dollars. Bob Smith won the $85-dollar 50/50 raffle including a $225-dollar match. There was some question about insider trading as Bob won the 50/50 not long ago. (Let's make sure he gets a 1099 for that…) Guest Speaker Cathy Edison introduced Beth Falconer, executive director of 3S Artspace.After a show of hands, it was determined that may Rotarians have visited 3S. Artspace has a mission to "Cultivate contemporary art" as well as using art to help address social issues. The organization’s building has three distinct areas—a performance space, gallery and restaurant. Last Fall, the Gallery hosted an exhibit about Strawberry Banke. This Spring, UNH is sponsoring " The High-Water Mark.” The show examines climate change and its impact on the coastline. Exhibits change about every six weeks and there is no admission charge. Another upcoming event is "Project Upcycle" which Artspace likens to " Project Runway."The idea is to demonstrate that sustainable clothing designers can make interesting ensembles out of previously worn clothes. The organization has chosen eight clothing designers to produce gala-worthy outfits from previously worn clothing. Local people in the community will model the new outfits.(There was a debate at our table as to whether Basil will be a designer or model ...)In any event, the winning designer receives a cash prize. 3S Artspace memberships include early access and ticket discounts.The organization also rents space for corporate or social events. Respectfully submitted, Dutiful Scribe du Jour, Everett Eaton Photos by Tube Loch |
