It’s hard to believe we are in the month off August and that the summer will soon be winding down. I hope you are all able to enjoy some much needed vacation time, along with all the local bounty our area has to offer of blueberries, zucchini, tomatoes and native corn. Ahhhh, summer in New England!
A thank you to Maurice Powe for introducing his 2 children,Tamira and Maurice Jr. to Rotary last week. This is Tamira’s 2ndtime to our club (last time she won our raffle!). She will be starting UMASS in a few weeks while Maurice Jr will be returning to Longmeadow HS and its football team. I know we wish them both much success with their education and look forward to seeing them again soon.
Summertime (actually anytime) is a great time to introduce your family (or coworkers) to Rotary. Invite a friend or family member to join you this Friday and learn what Rotary is all about.
John Doleva, President and CEO of the Basketball Hall of Fame will be our speaker this Friday. John will give us an update on the Basketball Hall of Fame’s renovations and also on what’s to come with Phases 2 and 3 of these renovations. A meeting you won’t want to miss!
Need help signing into Clubrunner?I’m extending an invitation to all our members to please contact me for support or see me before Fri’s Rotary meeting at 12N. I am happy to help you sign in. Once signed in you can access a Rotary Directory for all our members phone numbers, email addresses etc... A great way to stay in touch!
Treasurer Richard Fulkerson has emailed out dues invoices for the 2018-2019 Rotary year so please check your inbox. Dues are easy to pay online* in full or in 2 installments. For other payment options, please contact Richard directly.
*You have to sign into Clubrunner to pay any Rotary invoice online
Looking forward to seeing you at the Hall!
Yours Truly,
President Sue
A Dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work." — Colin Powell
2018/2019 DIRECTORS & OFFICERS
President - Sue Mastroianni
Vice President – Bert Carter
2ND VP John Perez
Secretary Gillian Palmer
Asst. Secretary – Decorti Rogers-Tonge
Treasurer - Richard Fulkerson
Asst. Treasurer – Bernie Spirito
Sargeant at Arms – Michael Kelly
Director 1 – Alisa Garanzha
Director 2 – Maurice Powe
Foundation Chair – Jack Toner
Dr. David Hirsh has been a dedicated dentist for nearly 30 years, committed to providing superior dental care to the entire family in the greater Pioneer Valley community. He is currently providing care at People’s Dental on 293 Bridge St in Springfield, MA. For more information, please visit https://visitpeoplesdental.com/Dr-David-Hirsh or call 413-734-9089.
*Would you like to sponsor the Rotary Bulletin? It’s easy AND cost efficient. For $100 you get your logo, web site and a short sentence or tag line. Not bad for 4 (or 5!!!) weeks of advertising. But act fast as we have already sold thru Jan, 2019! Contact Sue M. or Alisa G. for more info or to sign up!
THIS FRIDAY
John Doleva, President and CEO of the Basketball Hall of Fame will be our speaker this Friday, August 3rd. John will give us an update on the renovations at The Basketball Hall of Fame and also on what’s to come with Phases 2 and 3 of the changes. A meeting you won’t want to miss!
NOTE: The club is collecting books for Mason Wright’s expanded library. Hard cover, paperback, children’s books and DVD’s are all needed. Please put a “Donated By The Rotary Club of Springfield” book plate inside each item you donate. BP stickers can be picked up from Sue or Richard. The books can be dropped off to Alan at 74 Walnut St. in the Mason Square neighborhood or brought to any Rotary meeting. Alan Popp has collected and/or recreated items from the Rialto Skating Rink, Johnson's Bookstore and Court Square Theater. For more information and photo’s regarding the expansion, please go to http://www.masslive.com/business-news/index.ssf/2018/01/rialto_skating_rink_johnsons_bookstore_c.html
MEMBERS BIRTHDAYS
It’s Time To Celebrate!!! During the month of August we will be celebrating Gillian Palmer’s Birthday on August 28th! Please wish Gillian a very happy birthday. If you have a birthday in August please check to see it is listed on your Clubrunner profile or ask Sue to input your birthday for you. And don’t worry, only the month and day is needed. We know we’re all “forever young”!
Our July birthday winner was Lucie Lewis. Lucie won a $25 gift certificate to an area restaurant. Lucie is also the winner of The International AAHGS Book Award®. The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) has selected I AM: Renewal In The Garden by Dr. Lucie Lewis. The intent of the award is to honor published works that promote the knowledge of African American history, genealogy and research, and to introduce the substantial contributions made by African Americans in American and International history. Congratulations Lucie!
MEMBERS ANNIVERSARY'S
The following members are celebrating a Rotary Anniversary during the month of August! Ed Clark, 45 yrs 8/1/73; Valerie Dulude, 17 yrs 8/2/01; Jack Toner, 7 yrs 8/26/11; Samalid Hogan, 2 yrs 8/5/16; Dee Rogers-Tonge, 2 yrs 8/5/16; Alisa Garanzha, 2 yrs 8/12/16; Please wish Led, Valerie, Jack, Samalid, Dee and Alisa a “Happy Rotary Anniversary”!
LAST FRIDAY
Thanks to Seth for introducing us to last Friday’s speaker Ipsita Lizardi. Ipsita is the Executive Director of the 413 Parents Association in Springfield, an organization that truly embraces the expression “It takes a Village to Raise a Child” to new heights. For those who would like more information or to follow up with Ipsita, she can be reached at 413kidsclub@gmail.com
DINNER AT FRIENDS OF THE HOMELESS
Our club will be serving dinner at Friends of The Homeless on Thursday August, 2, 2018. They are located at 755 Worthington St from 4:15-530PM. Those who have participated know what a rewarding experience it is. Hope to see you there.
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