If a picture is worth a thousand words—the photos of the fine Rotary Bell Ringers Saturday tell a story of making a difference in our community. We staffed 7 locations for 4, 2 hour sifts and one location for 3, 2 hour shifts. In total we had more than 70 volunteers out with Rotary Aprons, Kettles and Bells galore. From Papa Noel (Tom Moulton) to the Grinch, our people dressed up, showed up and made a difference. For the day we collected $3597.87, sponsors—Bruce Richardson, Matt Blair, Dan Kalm, Bobby Larson, Chuck Sawyer, Nancy Gungor and Pat Zumbush each sponsored a kettle for 100.00 and Diana Madaras kicked in 300,00 more bringing our efforts to $4697.87 for the day!! Pat Zumbusch brought us up to $5,000 and Mike Schulte and Angela Moore kicked another $150 for a grand total of $5,150. What a terrific showing!! We had kids, grand kids, and Rotarians galore in our project making a difference. Dan and Karen Kalm at the Dillards even had a donor grab a bell, lay down a beat and sing some Christmas Carols!! All in all it was a tremendous day of laughter, engagement and success!!! Thank you all for your efforts!! Happy Holidays to all!! Additional photos below. ~~~Tom Strasbug and Dan Kalm
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