The club was captivated by George Cannelos' slide show and presentation about Alaska.Tracking Alaska’s history from the time of the land bridge to Asia, to the purchase from Russia in 1867 through statehood and the Trans Alaska pipeline, George painted a vivid picture of the rich history of Alaska.He transitioned to current times, sharing photos of his travels around Alaska last summer with MaryLu, Rhonda, and Todd as they enjoyed sites around the state.The photographs gave a small taste of the bountiful beauty and diversity of the 49th State and the Last Frontier.
Rotary Gives to Buckeye Superheroes
Doug Bredow, President of our Verrado Rotary Foundation presents a check to Don McWilliams of Buckeye Superheroes. Buckeye Superheroes, a Buckeye Police Department project, uses community support to provide an annual "gift shop" to help parents provide for a Merry Christmas.
6th Annual Top Golf Event Held on November 22
A great time was had by all at the successful 6th Annual Top Golf Drive Fore Charity. Once again, VRF President Doug Bredow put together an event which was fun for all concerned and raised money, 100% of which will be donated in our local community. Doug will provide details in the days ahead, but in the meantime here are a few photos. Good work, Doug.
Clear the Shelves Food Drive held on Nov 23
In what turned out to be a very busy week, the club held its 2nd Annual Clear the Shelves food drive at Basha's on Main Street. Preliminary reports are that the event was successful at helping fill the shelves at the All Faith Community Services Buckeye Foodbank. More details to follow, but a big thank you to everyone who participated, to our community who supported us and to our friends at Basha's who allowed us to solicit and loiter on their sidewalks.
