JIM HANKS began by recognizing several Rotarians who have played significant roles in Civic Theatre history. He highlighted some of the landmarks events over the years and then introduced Mark Allen Carter, current Vice President of the Board for Civic Theater. He is standing in for Steve Koehler, who was not able to join us today. Mark gave us a brief overview of the upcoming season before introducing Cody Butcher, Clarissa Shinn, Landon Scott, Nicki Eberle, Kyler Breed and Jawanna Blalock (6 of the 42 cast members) who performed two numbers from Disney's High School Musical. This show, which set all time records for ticket sales, was directed by Laurie Russell. We were pleased to have her with us today. John Satterfield, the show's music director, accompanied the singers. Civic volunteers in the club encouraged Rotarians to attend the shows and to play their part (painting sets?).

Patti O'Callaghan, guest of MIKE PIGGOTT and Sangita Handa, guest of ZBIG GRABOWSKI.

Money Collectors: JIM CARNEY and JOE BONNER; Greeter: VICKI BURCH; Piano: HARLEY FREY; Song Leaders: BOB VERPLANK: Help with attendance and facilitating a smooth meeting: JO WADE and TOM MORAN; Help with Ripples: BILL FULLER. Thanks also to JAYNE FEATHERS AND BARB REIF for keeping the ball rolling in JANE'S absence.

PRESIDENT ROB'S THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

"One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain."
Bob Marley

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