Kathy and I had a wonderful visit with the North Augusta Club. After a great discussion with the board at President David Thompson's house, we went to the Manuel's Bread Cafe in a very nice community near the Savannah River for dinner. As I spoke with the various board members at the dinner, I discovered that club member Chuck Smith grew up in Alabama, graduated from Carroll High School in Ozark one year after me, and served in the first Gulf War. We shared lots of good memories of L.A. (Lower Alabama) and our military days.
The club meeting was also held at Manuel's Bread Cafe, but we learned that the club will be changing to a lunch time period at a different location next week. When we get back to this area, I can assure you that we will visit Manuel's Bread Cafe as the food and staff are great! The club and a visiting PDG enjoyed the presentation and are committed to growing the club in membership and Rotary Foundation support this year.
I presented 3 Notable Rotarian certificates today to some outstanding Rotarians -- Arnold Silvert, George Nelson, and Mike Pereyo.
Arnold Silvert is 90 years old and has been a Rotarian for over 60 years. He has made a huge impact on our world and has served in multiple Rotary Clubs from West Virginia to Florida!
Rotarian George Nelson is a Charter member Rotary Club of North August and has served as club president, secretary, and board of directors. He has perfect attendance since 1978!
Mike Pereyo Joined the El Vigia Rotary Club of Ponce, Puerto Rico in 1968 and served in many positions including President. He is the former District 403 District Secretary and Conference Chair. Mike has been involved in many international projects to include providing hearing aids in Puerto Rico, new rural and sewing schools in Dominican Republic, hospital supplies, water project in Guatemala, and dictionaries in Brazil.
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