Andrew H. Called the meeting to order
Wes S. called for Visiting Rotarians and guests.
Visiting Rotarians:
- Emil A. - President Sunnyvale Sunrise
- Gary G. - San Jose
- Trevor S. - President Elect, Los Gatos Morning Club
- Mat B. - President of Fisher Middle School
- Karen B - Communication Specialist for the Los Gatos school district
- Chris T.
- Mike B. - guest of Doug B.
- Lydia R. - guest of Hal R.
Amy P. - talked about progress in the great race. It is now sanctioned. Please share the event on Facebook.
Lisa C. – Reminded all that about a veterans support committee today, held immediately after the Rotary meeting. Lots happening here, so stay tuned.
Patti V. - Wecare announcement: Memorial services for Dave M. will be held from noon – 3PM at Testarossa Winery on 23 March. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Los Gatos Rotary Charities fund. His obituary can be ready online here.
Tina O-H - Just returned from India, Bhutan and London. Fantastic adventure. She has a flag from the Central Delhi club, and met with the assistant governor there. In Bhutan, Tina had a chance to meet the president of the one (!) club in Bhutan, and also exchanged flags there.
Andrew H. proudly told all that Tina O-H was named the recipient of the Sydney R. Mitchell award as the outstanding Rotarian in our district. All are invited to attend the district meeting on the U.S.S. Hornet where this will be announced Saturday, May 18.
Mathew B. introduced today’s program: Sweet sounds of Fisher Jazz band! Jennie A. is the teacher and band leader.
The Fisher Jazz Band is a large group (30 ish) that all are also in the regular Fisher band; they use the flex time program at Fisher to be able to practice jazz tunes four days a week. Musical styles ranged from classic swing to funk/jazz.
A five person ensemble from the group shared the results of a “Be the Change” project – their performance of It’s a Wonderful World. They aim to perform this in Los Gatos on 7 April, and donate any money collected to the Fisher music program.
Thanks to the budding musicians, many of whom plan two or more instruments.