District Area Governor Judy Cocherell

The Program:

Laurie Harrison, VP in Charge of Programs introduced the Rotarian of the Day – Sigur. Laurie shared a fun fact about Sigur – she attended the very first Beatles concert in the US. Sigur has been a member of Rotary since 1991.

Sigur introduce our speaker Judy Cocherell, District Area Governor. Judy is an active member of the Cape Henry Club, has served as President – two times, has served as Chair of District Assembly, is a Paul Harris +8. Judy was born in Portsmouth, VA, moved to Alabama when she was young, is a graduate of Auburn University. For a few years, Judy was employed as a Pharmaceutical Sales Person but decided to join her family in Real Estate, which she has been doing for 30+years.

She holds an Executive MBA, she is a real foodie as is evident on her FaceBook page.

Judy gave a great presentation and overview of the role of District Governor and the Rotary goals of 2020. She shared President Holger Knaack’s theme to Open Opportunities. He is encouraging Rotarians to seize the many opportunities we, as Rotarians, can offer to enrich the lives and serve our communities - both large and small.

Judy explained that one of the goals for 2020 is to have 5 new Rotary Clubs in our District. She reminded us that there is NO wrong age to become a Rotarian. Judy shared several slides of hope and inspiration. She encouraged us to stay active by participating in the RLI on 10/10-11 (only $25 per person) or join the 2020 District Conference which will be an in-person LIVE event at the new Virginia Beach Oceanfront Marriott Nov. 6-8 – Together We Connect!

The Meeting:

Jim rang the bell for the start of the meeting, we had 56 participants at the Zoom Meeting.
Marcia Conston gave the Invocation.
Joe Masey, Introduction of Guests – No guests to introduce today.
Today’s Rotation Scribe – Dianna Starkey
Sigur announced and “pinned” John Searing for becoming a Paul Harris +5

Club Business:

Walt shared two upcoming community opportunities for the Club to participate in: volunteer at the Food Bank and/or Clean Up Norfolk day. These activities are limited to 10 people maximum, more information and sign-up registration can be found on the Club Runner.
President Jim reminded everyone that we don’t have a meeting next week – see you in September.

Happy Bucks/Fines:

Jeff Wells gave happy bucks for his mother turning 90 years old and for a new grandbaby.
Elenore gave happy bucks for the Ethiopian Connection
Chuck gave happy bucks for turning 79. Jim wished him an enjoyable lap around the Sun.

We were adjourned at 1:28pm!

What's the Buzz About the Million Dollar Dinner?

District 7600 has a goal of raising $3 million for the Rotary Endowment between now and February 28, 2021. If you commit to contributing at least $10,000 to The Rotary Foundation Bequest Society, you will be invited to the Million Dollar Dinner. The dinner has been planned for Friday, March 26, 2021 subject to Covid 19 rescheduling. The headline speaker is going to be Jennifer Jones….yes, the Jennifer Jones who has just become the RI President Nominee for 2022-2023. She will be the first female president of RI.

Now here is the thing about this dinner…you don’t have to donate the money this year. In fact, most people are making a commitment are through their estate. Not only will have the opportunity to join with other Rotarians at the dinner but at the $10,000 level, you will also receive a Bequest Society pin and an exclusive art piece suitable for framing.

Just like the various Paul Harris Fellowship levels, the Bequest Society also has different levels.

We are going to have a Fireside Chat social for those interested in finding out more about the dinner and giving opportunities. If you are interested, please let Sigur Whitaker, our Foundation chair, know of your interest.

The Four-Way Test

Of the things we think, say, and do:

1) Is it the TRUTH?

2) Is it FAIR to all concerned?

3) Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?