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Meeting began with the pledge and a prayer. Jimmy , a minster delivered a memorable and inspirational prayer. Rosane talked about our Holiday Party. Tim talked about the Canal project and plans for another spot for a new buoy on the Hampton Bays side. We have life rings on both sides of the canal, we take care of our side, and the Hampton Bays Rotary looks after the other side. Harold Wilson was our sargent, Alexis wins the 50/50. We had a couple of repeat rotarians visiting so they were off the late list. Lynda was fined for not answering email. We learned Sam Cooke the king of soul was shot killed this day in history. Paul who struggles to spell words correctly and was asked to spell the camp, and responded with a valid attempt. I will continue to work on my spelling. Also on this day, Yankee Legend Joe Dimaggio called it quits from baseball. The Mona Lisa was stolen in 1911 in Florence, Italy. Also Tattoos create weak lymphatic systems that lead to weaker muscles. Why did Santa go to music school?....to improve his wrapping. What happens when you deep fry Santa? , you get a Krisp Kringle. The cub scouts are having a ceremony on 1/3/26. Today our impromptu guest was Jimmie Smiley. Known as the charitable Chef, Jimmy told us stories about how he cooked 1000 Dinners after years of building it up from 35. He was also involved in providing sunday meals 400 every sunday during the Covid year. The club decided to donate $250 to Belkys Asturias who is dealing with a death in the family, and 7 foster children to support.