17/07/2007 - Handover

The Rotary Club of Astley held their annual hand over evening on the 17.07.2007at the Portofino Restaurant in Blackrod.
It was an excellent evening much enjoyed by everyone in particular the clubs incoming President Rotarian Bob Hamilton.
The evening was well attended by members and their guests.
Out going president Rotarian Robert Bates thanked the Club for their support and hard work that had enabled the club to allocate in excess of £20,000 to Local and International Organisations and Charities over the last 12 months.
Local youth and sporting organisations having been hi-lighted as having particularly benefited.
Among other items presented was a certificate received by the club from Christies Hospital, acknowledging the clubs donation of £1,000 via District 1280 Governor Shirley Gardeners appeal.
The chain of office was handed over to President Bob and the club expressed its good wishes him and his Vice President Rotarian Frank Heyes for the coming year.
President Bob stressed his desire for the club to have fun and fellowship whilst assisting good causes and encouraging new membership