May 28, 2008
The meeting was called to order at 7:48AM by President Beetle Bailey. John Adair gave the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance followed.
John Hanson introduced visiting Rotarians, Dr. Fred Splitberger from the St. Andrews Club, and guests, Joel Price’s grandson.
Lyman Whitehead provided the group with “Health and Happiness”.
Blount Shepard announced that the Okra Man traveled to New York City, but has returned safely to his office.
John Adair mentioned that LMIRC has copyrights on the Okra Man’s image and name.
Patty Cavanaugh informed the group that the 20th Anniversary kick-off will be held June 21st at Chestnut Hill Plantation. More details will follow.
President Beetle Bailey asked for Happy Dollars.
Eddie Robinson introduced our speaker. Ms. Marsha Atkins serves as the Director of Sharing God’s Love. A video was shown that gives more details about the program. Sharing God’s Love was formed in 1984 to provide food, clothing, and financial and spiritual support to needy families of the Irmo/St. Andrews/Ballentine areas. Sharing God’s Love does not receive government money to run their program. Individuals, businesses, schools, and churches donate items and time to Sharing God’s Love. The purpose of the program is to help clients become independent. They are eligible to receive food and clothing every three months and financial support once a year. Sharing God’s Love is located at 147 Friarsgate Blvd in Irmo.
Meeting was adjourned at 8:23AM by President Bailey.
Reporter: Emilie Keene
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