WELCOME BACK TO USCB!
Past President Lynn King called the meeting to order at our first meeting back at USCB
Kevin Courtney offered the prayer and led the pledge to the flag
Scott Entrup, Director of Catering at the 3 USCB campuses welcomed us, He and his staff look forward to providing us with delicious breakfasts at our meetings. Menus will change each week so be sure to check out the new feature in the newsletter "Breakfast Menu" to see what you have to look forward to at the next meeting.
Announcements:
Welcome to Scott Baker, guest of Kevin Courtney.
Rotary ROCS is 9/24 - mark your calendar - more info is coming.
Hilton Head Oyster Festival is Friday November 11 and 12. We have the opportunity to supply man power as well as our popcorn wagon to work off some of our remaining Rec Center debt
Run with Bernie goes through10/24 - keep track of your miles and get donations.
Sergeant at Arms, Suzi Oliver collected Happy $$
Speaker:
Merry Harlacher, Chairman of the Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival was our speaker.
The mission of the Concours is : "The Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance and Motoring Festival is an unique, nationally recognized, multi-day "lowcountry" motoring experience that entertains, educates and supports our community." The 2022 event lineup is: Lowcountry driving tour - Friday; Women Driving America Events (effort to draw out women car collectors) ; Driving Young America Boulevard; Design Among the Stars - Saturday; Seminars; honored Collector; Pinnacle Award; Best of the Life Exhibits; Best in Show Hall of Fame.
This year the Concours is featuring German cars and is celebrating 20 years of shows. Associated Events this year are: Grand motoring film festival; legends of the Autobahn East; Austin Healey Southeastern Classic; Micro Cars Parade. Cars are organized in three groups: Road & Track; Rolling Art; and Production/Performance. Driving young America supports education, inspiration and creativity of youth who have an interest in "pursuing a future in the automotive, aviation and/or mobility industries". It also gives back to the community by supporting youth programs and organizations. The Concours is held the first weekend in November - this years event will be held November 4 - 6. Visit hhiconcours.com to learn more about this fantastic event.