On Thursday July 31st a large group of our members including two additional guests and Colin Tidingen, potential new member, joyed a great 90-minute tour of the Mohawk-Q Hu mane Society in Menands. Lead by director Marguerite Pearson, the group learned much about how the agency takes in cats and dogs, cares for them, provides medical services, and finds homes for many of them. Members also brought donated dry pet food for their pet pantry.  It was a very enjoyable and educational experience.

In other matters, next Thursday is the annual ValleyCats baseball game with dinner under the tent before the game at 5:30 pm. Dinner includes BBQ chicken, BBQ pulled pork, hot dogs, pasta salad, chips, soda and water. Tickets were prearranged and have been handed out.

On Thursday August 14th is the play “Annie” at 2 pm at the Mac-Haydn theater. Tickets were prearranged and have been handed out.

Please note that on Thursday August 21st, Dean and Dolores Calamaras are hosting a Greek night at their house as a fundraiser for Gift of Life. They will be serving up chicken souvlaki with assorted vegetables and Greek pastries.  Members are invited to bring appetizers.  5:00 pm arrival time for drinks. Dinner at 6 pm. Reservations limited to the first 17 people to sign up so please call Dean at 518-477-4694 or email him.  Donation to Gift of Life is $30 for individuals and $40 for families. Thank you to Dean and Doris.

The Board is Meeting Tuesday August I you have topics you would like the Board to consider, please email Phil. Don’t forget to look at the CNYRotary.org website for event updates.