Saturday 18 April 2009

The Rotary Club of Leven 70th Charter Dinner

Friday 17th April sees us in Lundin Links Old Manor Hotel to help Celebrate the 70th birthday of the Rotary Club of Leven. We were given our usual friendly welcome from the team as we arrived. President Al Fleming and Val welcomed us to the club for what was to be a superb evening. After another magnificent meal (I have managed to keep my weight under control much to the amazement of she that must be obeyed) the festivities began. Lord Lieutenant Margaret Dean proposed the Toast to Leven with the reply being given by PDG John Clark. My toast to Rotary International was followed by John Anderson's reply. The keynote speaker for the evening was non other than Jim McColl of Beechgrove Garden fame who entertained us as only he can do. I had the great privilege to present three Paul Harris Fellowships to three stunned gentlemen who have a total of over sixty years service to Rotary between them. My dear friend PP Rai Valente was the first recipient along with PP Rev Jaimie Templeton and IPP John Anderson. After all three had been given time to catch their breath the vote of thanks was given by PE Harry Keddie. A great evening, Rita and I thank all of you once again for having us there to help celebrate this milestone.