This week at the Salem Rotary, our guest speaker was Salem Rotarian Gerrit Bradley, who shared a captivating video of his recent trip to the Galapagos Islands. Gerrit sifted through around 5,000 photographs to compile the presentation, which was made possible in part by his late mother's unused American Airlines miles. The video featured vibrant underwater footage of local fish and a thrilling exploration into a cave. Geographically, the Galapagos sit right on the equator, allo
wing Gerrit the rare opportunity to briefly swim with penguins.
He also showcased stunning photos of the unique plants and wildlife found on the islands, including the remarkable story of the Galapagos tortoise, which has made a remarkable recovery from the brink of extinction. Gerrit shared some memorable footage of the famous blue-footed boobies (stop giggling, Adria), as well as the less commonly seen red-footed boobies (seriously, stop it Adria), providing a fascinating glimpse into the diverse and fragile ecosystem of the Galapagos.
News and notes from this week at the Salem Rotary:
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Congratulations to JOHN WALSH for 40 years as a Salem Rotarian!!
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The calendars are out to print. Get ready to sell, sell, sell!
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Dutch drinks was a smashing success. Thankfully no photos exist from the event.
Poll results for SATV.
1. How would you rank the concept of a series of Rotarian promotional slots created for use on SATV?
92% of respondents considered this valuable or very valuable.
2. How would you prioritize the value of SATV in providing video coverage of Rotary or Rotarian members' local event as they happen to build awareness?
92% of respondents considered this valuable or very valuable.
3. How would you prioritize the value of a regular schedule of shows where Rotary members interview local business and organizations, including those operated by Rotarians as a means to build awareness and generate new members?
This was the least popular question, mostly due to the potential work involved in these types of shows. 38% of respondents saw almost no value in doing so and only 23% of respondents considered it very valuable.
Blood Drive
Join us on Monday, November 11 between 10 am and 3 pm at the Boston Yacht Club for a simple yet impactful act of kindness – donating blood. Remember, you or your loved ones may require this life-saving gift someday, so why not pay it forward now? It only takes around 15 minutes, and the Red Cross will ensure you're in good health with a quick temperature and blood pressure check. Plus, enjoy some delicious snacks and soak in a serene Harbor view while making a difference. Your donation could be someone's lifeline, so mark your calendar and be there to help save lives. If you can’t donate then please help us by recruiting some friends, colleagues or family members.
And this Blood Drive is on Veteran’s Day! So it’s a special holiday to pay it forward to our service men and women…a unique opportunity to feel like you’re doing something!
The Blood Drive is sponsored by Marblehead Rotary and the BYC. Go to
redcrossblood.org or use your phone camera to go directly to the Red Cross site with either the QR code in the poster below, click on the link or just call. Enter key word Marblehead or 01945 and select a time at the Boston Yacht Club.
Become a Tree Steward
Traffic Island Beautification Committee moved the plants to a temporary location at the Oosthoek estate and will be replanted this spring near the Rotary sign on the corner of Washington Street and New Derby Street.
Lifebridge
DCF Holiday Party
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