Minutes of the meeting of Coleraine Probus Club

Attendance: 46 members.

The Club President, John Graham, welcomed members to the meeting. He reported that unfortunately this morning’s speaker, Andrew Fleming from St John Ambulance was unable to attend, the notification being given at very short notice.

However, two of our own members stepped into the breach, namely Ken Parkes and Des Moore. Ken reminisced about childhood long summer holidays spent in Portrush with visits to family in Londonderry. Lancashire also brought memories of fresh air, fun and the Blackpool Tower. In conclusion Ken recited, in an appropriate Lancashire accent, the monologue of Mr & Mrs Ramsbottom and their unfortunate son Albert.

Des presented a photographic extravaganza of North Coast scenes from Londonderry to Cushendun and he gave a commentary on the photographs, many of which were taken for the Probus All Ireland Rally which was hosted by the Coleraine Club in 2014.

In view of the short notice, the President congratulated Ken and Des on an excellent presentation. The members enthusiastically endorsed the President’s sentiments.

A summary of the presentation is available in the Speaker’s Record Book and also here on the Club website.

Weekly Business

Apologies: John Dobson, Eric Fulton, Ivan Gough, Danny Kennedy, Aubrey McElhinney, John McHenry, Robin Semple (7)

Minutes: The Minutes of the 10 November 2015 were read, agreed and signed by the President.

Matters arising: None not covered by the agenda.

Correspondence: An email received from Mary Sinnamon confirmed that no Northern Club has volunteered to host the 2016 All Ireland Rally but there is a firm offer for the 2017 Rally. She will keep us informed of future developments.

REPORTS:
Social: Joe Alcorn confirmed that the menus are now available for the Christmas Lunch on Tuesday 8 December 2015. Menu choices should be returned as soon as possible to allow for the preparation of the place settings. Any member not planning to come to the lunch was encouraged to attend for the entertainment programme – 11.00 am to 12.30pm.

Welfare: Cecil Spotten reported that John Dobson is progressing well and Tony Smith is now home again after a short spell in hospital.

Treasurer: Nothing to report.

A O B: The President presented new member Jim Torrens with his Probus Club Constitution and badges. Jim was encouraged to wear the badge
with pride.

Next Speakers Meeting: Will be held on Tuesday 24 November 2015 and the speaker will be John Johnson on the subject of “VARIOUS VERSES. “

The President thanked the members for attending and looked forward to seeing them at the next meeting.

Meeting closed at 11:53am.

SIGNED: _________________________
President
Date: 24 November 2015.