The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance and a prayer. Karen Acker was Sargeant, and quizzed us on historical events, particularly the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Seamus Doyle won the 50-50, but didn't pull the winning card. Beau Hulse was named Best Dressed. Rosanne Cassella gave a Paul Harris award to Seamus in honor of his fundraising and his stewardship of the annual spaghetti dinner. Rosanne also awarded Ed DeMondo a Paul Harris award, his for his outstanding contributions to Rotary and to the community. Linda Debenedetto received a special award as a retiring Rotary member and former Secretary. Beau Hulse reminded all that this year the Fresh Air event will be held on July 23. James Grossi confirmed that we will be providing lunch at the Breakers Ball Game to be held at the Intermediate School on July 22nd, 5pm.A
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) update by Anahim Rojas and Reandy Vegas, both incoming 11th graders, was well presented, and Co-Presidents James and Aleksandra presented each of the students with a $500 award toward their $1800 registration for their upcoming 3-day weekend in Riverhead.
Best wishes for a Happy Fourth, and we hope to see everyone at the Parade and at the Firecreacker race.
