Marilee Fowler Patmore
Out-going president Marilee Fowler Patmore thanked everyone and, with emotion, stated it was so hard to say good bye. In listing some of the events and projects that have taken place during her time as president, Marilee stated she “leaves the legacy of restrooms.” Now President Brian Williams, said of Marilee, that she came to Evansville with an exceptionally positive nature, professionalism and grace that she carried not only through the community but in her position in Rotary. Thank you Marilee!

Spring 2010 St. Mary's Reading Rotarian Program
The spring 2010 St. Mary’s Reading Rotarian Program is scheduled for April 7 to 9th and the week of April 12-16th. All EVSC 1st grade classes are included in this program. The selected book for this period is: “I Will Never Not Ever Eat a Tomato” by Lauren Child. Time and dates vary with each school, however, if there is a particular school you would like to read at, you may contact Cathy Renner at 812-455-8900 to secure that spot. Sign up sheets and books are available at the back of the room before and after the Tuesday meetings. It takes so little time – approximately 15 minutes – to reap such great rewards.

Paul Harris Fellow
Past-President Matt Volkman awarded a Paul Harris Fellow to Rotarian Ruthie Shekell for her “dramatic impact on the Club and for a more peaceful world by being in it.” Matt also thanked Ruthie’s husband John for his help in getting Ruthie to the meeting. Ruthie served as Club Assistant for past-presidents Steve Witting, Dan Carwile, Ron Keeping, Teri Hollander Albin, Becki Alcorn and Matt Volkman. Congratulations, Ruthie. Your Paul Harris Fellow Award is so well deserved.

Celebration of Service
The Celebration of Service will take place on Tuesday, May 11 at Casino Aztar Conference Center beginning at 11:00 AM. The guest speaker is Cal Thomas, the most widely read and one of the most highly regarded voices on the American political scene. While this will be a regular Rotary meeting, Rotarians will be required to purchase a ticket for admittance. Rotarian tickets are $100. Guest tickets are $50 and may be reserved and purchased through the Rotary office by calling 962-4687 or e-mail at info@evansvillerotary.com The poster was designed by Kitch & Schreiber. Thank you Ken!

District 6580 Assembly
Rotary District 6580 Assembly is Saturday, May 15, 2010 at the Applied Technology building, Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana.

District Conference
Mark your calendar for the District 6580 Conference on April 23-24 at the IU Memorial Union in Bloomington. The District web site www.rotary6580.org  has all the information and registration forms needed. All attendees must register; however, the registration fee of $35 is waived if you are a non-Rotarian spouse or guest, Rotaract or Interact member, GSE, YE, Ambassadorial Scholar or a Rotarian who has joined Rotary since April 30, 2009.   The last day that you may register for the conference is April 17, 2010. We look forward to seeing you at the District Conference April 23-24. If you have any further questions do not hesitate to call or write to Peggy L. Peter (812-949-6100 or prespeggy@aol.com)  for assistance.

Thank You
A special thank you is extended to Vince Bertram for the timely and interesting March Programs.

GSE Hosts Needed
The GSE team will be in the Evansville-Jasper-Princeton area from Sunday, April 25th until they leave Thursday morning.  Tuesday and Wednesday the team is in Evansville with a presentation to our club.  This gives the Evansville area clubs more time than before to match the team members with their vocations.  These are the interests of the GSE team.  Please let Christy (962-4687) know if you can serve as a job host for one team members on Wednesday:  Carolien (interior architect office, interior designers, furniture designers), Yvette (US Government), Ivo (farming, users of auto guidance equipment, farm equipment suppliers, agricultural education), Thijs (financial institutions, banks credit unions, chamber of commerce), and George (banking, financial management). Also if you can serve as a driver while the team is here please let Christy know.  This is a joint effort so everyone is needed and welcome to participate.   It is a great opportunity to meet and interact with individuals who are here to learn about the people of southwestern Indiana.

North Woods Clean-Up Day
A clean up day for North Woods is planned for Saturday,  May 1st from 9 am to 12 noon.  We will be working with Evansville Park's Foundation volunteers.  Mark your calendars and let Christy know if you can assist.

Steve & Sally Jennings Scholarship
Jeff Deig and Randy Miller introduced the Friends of Steve and Sally Jennings Scholarship to the Rotarians present at the March 23 meeting. If you would like a donation card, please see Jeff or Randy. Gifts may also be made on line at: www.evansville.edu/give.

Joke-A-Thon
Bill Theby announced the next Rotary Joke- A-Thon would be Tuesday, May 18. Get your joke(s) ready and cleared by Bill.

Thoughts and Prayers
Please continue to keep all Rotarians and their families in your thoughts and prayers.