THIS FRIDAY This Friday, May 18th, Bob Dambrov will be celebrating 40 years in the Springfield Rotary club. We do not know if Bob remembers the exact date, but we will honor him for his years of Service with a cake and a walking stick courtesy of Dene Kimball. Please try to attend this Friday to offer Bob your congratulations. If you see Bob during the week, please don't spoil the surprise BUT, try and encourage him to attend this weeks meeting. He usually does, so our chances are pretty good of seeing him there. Our speaker this week will be Joe Kane, Program Director, CHD Cancer House of Hope. Joe Kane, Program Director, CHD Cancer House of Hope will address the Springfield Rotary Club's luncheon meeting this Friday, May 18th. Joe will introduce us to the House, the services they offer, how they’re funded, what types of volunteer opportunities are available, and how they are looking to spread their mission to other parts of Hampden county.
The CHD Cancer House of Hope is located in West Springfield. They are committed to providing access to free services and therapies that bring comfort, care, strength, resilience and hope to patients with cancer and their loved ones. They focus on reducing stress and promoting comfort for people with cancer and their families and friends by offering programs and services in a non-institutional and home-like setting.
Joe Kane has over 20 years of experience in corporate communications, marketing, and community relations. He also has been involved in the Western MA community through volunteer work and business outreach activities. He is a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA and Anna Maria College (also in Worcester) where he earned a Masters in Business Administration. Fri May 25th – NO MEETING due Memorial Day Holiday On June 12th, 2018 The Springfield Rotary Club will be celebrating Service Above Self, awarding 4 Paul Harris Fellows and providing $6,000 in grants to Springfield based non-profits. Please join us at the LaQuinta Inn at 100 Congress Street from 5:15-8:00. The evening will feature a cocktail and networking hour followed by a full buffet including dessert and coffee. Tickets are $40. Please contact Jack Toner, Club Foundation Chair, with questions at 413-374-0819 or jvbt80@gmail.com. Tickets can be bought at any Friday Club Meeting or on the Club's website beginning May 18th. SAFE THE DATE Rotary Club of Manchester, CT is proud to announce the Installation of District Governor Elect Kate Sims on Thursday, June 14, 2018 6-9pm at Maneely's of South Windsor, CT. $55.00 per person. The District will also be honoring the Incoming Presidents & Assistant Governors for 2018-19...Please save the date in your calendar, registration link will be available soon. DISTRICT NEWSLETTER Your May newsletter is here! If you have article ideas to be shared, please contact our Newsletter editor, Karen Andrews karen1710@comcast.net. Happy reading! ROTARY ROCKS PLYMOUTH ROTARIANS, You can still register for ROTARY ROCKS PLYMOUTH- MAY18-20, 2018. On line registration is available through May 10th. Register Today. Please join us for a truly exciting and inspirational conference. This will be the District Conference Rotarians will talk about for years to come. Celebrate our Rotary year with fellowship, fun, education and inspiration. Please reach out to the Rotaractors that you know. They should come and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Rotaract. Let them know that we will cover the costs for 4 Rotaractors from each Rotaract Club in the District. Celebrate with Rotaractors from throughout New England for the day Saturday and stay with us overnight Saturday and enjoy an elegant dinner magic show and dancing . Simply register on line, and if you have any questions please call or email PDG Eileen Rau: 860-521-0526 ebrau@comcast.netREGISTER HERE NOW - Deadline May 10th. Rotary International Convention Save the Date! The 2019 Rotary International Convention will take place June 1-5, 2019, in Hamburg, Germany. This is sure to be an excellent opportunity to enjoy fellowship and learn more about Rotary. Our incoming District Governor, Kate Sims, will be attending a planning convention in San Diego very shortly. Kate wishes to obtain a rough count of those who are interested in attending the 2019 Rotary International Convention to discuss with other Governors. If you are potentially interested, please reply to jennifergruszka45@gmail.com. Spouses are certainly welcome. Costs are not determined at this time, but Rotarians are responsible for flights, accommodations and Convention fees. Historically, 20-80 members of District 7890 have attended the International Conventions. You can learn more about past and future Conventions here. |
