President Chuck called the meeting to order at 12:20. There were 24 members in attendance.
Thought of the Day: Terry Dason shared some quotes from famous folks that pertain to the Inauguration yesterday.
Birthdays: Jean Wright’s birthday (her 95th!) was on the 19th. Anniversaries: None.
Announcements:
- Our Club Elections will be held next week on the 28th.
- Rich shared that he attended the Elgin Breakfast Club meeting today, featuring RI President-Elect, Shekhar Mehta, speaking on “The Power of One”. He shared a link to the presentation for us to see it.
- Robert asked a Zoom etiquette question about eating on a Zoom. He was encouraged to turn off his video.
- Barb followed up and encouraged all to mute when the speaker begins.
Happy Bucks:
- Bob shared a HB for Marie, who told him that Walgreens sells CBD. He reports that his knee is improved!
- Fred shared that he will make a larger than usual donation to our foundation this year.
- Barb applauded the Poet Laureate who spoke at the Inauguration: Amanda Gorman.
- Bob asked if anyone saw Al Roker get his vaccine on The Today Show – it was administered by Bob’s nephew, Dan Baker.
Dig N Grin:
Fred pitched in for Laura with some humorous comments made by athletes.
Speaker:
Our program featured our own John Thomas speaking about New Trier Township.
An engaged Q&A followed his presentation.
President Chuck adjourned the meeting at 1:10.