President's Night

Sat, Mar 28th 2015 at 12:00 am - 11:00 pm

Entertainment- Leigh Murfet, keyboard.


Presidents Evening 29th March 2015 A splendid time is guaranteed for all, so wrote Lennon and McCartney. This was equally true at the March Rotary Clubs annual President's evening on Saturday 28th March. Over 80 members, guests and visitors from the twin club of Halle in Germany, enjoyed the hospitality offered by the Conservative Club in Creek Rd. March. A formal but none the less, relaxed evening, when the Ladies look their best, and the Gentlemen do the best they can. A fine four course meal waited after the opening welcome by The President, Godfrey Smith. He spoke with both pride and sincerity, recalling the way the Club has pulled together in his term of office. The fund raising activities, most of which are re distributed between local charities, the increased cooperation between The Lions and Rotary, augers well for the future. Finally, he expressed the pleasure of all in seeing our guests who had joined us, journeying from Halle. He encapsulated in a few minutes, the mood of the whole club and sat down to a warm ovation After Grace, given by John Orbell, the 'Boys and Girls' from the kitchen swung in their usually efficient action. Efficiently and unobtrusively serving and clearing. The clatter of cutlery blended with the buzz of convivial conversation as old and new friends, engaged in the pride of past achievements, and plans for the future. On conclusion of the meal, The President proposed the Loyal Toast., and Senior Vice President, Christopher Bishop, proposed the toast to The Guests. He then presented floral tributes to the President's and District Governor's wives. Rotary District Governor Nick Corke responded on behalf of the guests. The Final Toast was proposed by Godfrey Smith, and it was time for the Entertainment. Leigh Murfit, on keyboard, played and sang popular old and new melodies, which had the dance floor full from the first cord. For the next ninety minutes, time stood still, with music to suit every taste. He caught the feel of the evening superbly, enjoyable without being obtrusive. All too soon it was the 'witching hour' and with the prospect of British Summer Time imminent it was late to bed and early to rise for many, after a convivial evening amongst friends. Robert Freeman Press Officer. R. C. M. 01354 656569

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