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From the Commandant: 

Scholarship Response:

Because of the support that we get from the local area, we are able annually to offer scholarships to local students.  We are happy to be able to provide this service and look forward to continuing with future graduates.  We are pleased to have received thank you notes form the following recipients:

Anthony Allessi- attending Norwich University

Emily Melick- attending Maine Maritime Academy

Nursing Home Visitation:

Almost a year ago, the detachment launched an initiative to visit veterans who are confined to nursing homes and other types of assisted living facilities.  Tom Foley took the lead on this activity and made a real difference in the lives of vets who often have little outside contact.  We are pleased to have been able to be of  service to these veterans.  We commend Tom Foley for his efforts and hope to continue this program of visitation.   To date, visits have happened at:

Whitney Place, Natick

Maples Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Wrentham

Elizabeth Seton Residence, Wellesley

Marine Corps Birthday:

On November 10 we will celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday at the Framingham Elks at 6:00 PM. Food will be provided and we will conduct the traditional reading of the proclamations from General Lejeune and General Nellis, the current Commandant as well as the cake cutting ceremony.  This traditional ceremony will be observed by Marines all over the world.  We invite area Marines, FMF Corpsmen, and Chaplains to join us in comradeship with all Marines, past and present.  We hope to grow this event and encourage all members to attend.  

There is not a lot of activity right now. This is the time of year when we offer the Rose Program.  We encourage all to give this a try.  Warren Griffin will be able to provide roses and all that is required is to look sharp and engage with people as they come by.  People are generally very friendly and enjoy sharing their stories.  This is an excellent opportunity to raise awareness of the MCL as well as to raise funds for detachment outreach.

October Meeting Notes:

The meeting convened in the proper fashion at 7:30 PM on 18 October  with 11 members in attendance.  All officers were present.  

Minutes from the last meeting were presented and accepted.  

The Paymaster reported details of the detachment fiscal condition.  We continue to be in good financial shape.  The Paymaster's report was accepted as presented.  

Correpondence was read.  We have received a number of letters from nursing homes where the detachment has visited.  We have received letters of appreciation from scholarship recipients.  The Semper Fi Fund sent a letter acknowledging our contribution.

Richard Douglas provided an update on the Toys for Tots Program.  There is a new coordinator. Pods will be delivered and at that time, materials will be available.

The meeting adjourned at 7:50.  The Executive Committee met after the meeting to prepare the annual budget.