Paul Leone, Executive Director of the New York State Brewers Association, was our guest speaker this past week.
Hello Newsletter readers - you know who you are! Thanks to some helpful Rotarians and ‘computer genius’ Marc Kreuser, you have stayed informed of weekly Rotary meetings. I’m feeling better and glad to be back in the Editor’s saddle again! Trudy
INSPIRATION
Lucina Hallagan reminded us that on the Advent calendar this is the “Week of Hope”.
Here are 3 quotes on that subject.
“Hope is a state of mind, not of the world. Hope, in this deep and powerful sense, is not the same as joy that things are going well, or willingness to invest in enterprises that are obviously heading for success, but rather an ability to work for something because it is good.” Vaclav Havel
“When I was young, my ambition was to be one of the people who made a difference in this world. My hope is to leave the world a little better for having been there.” Jim Hensen
“Pooh felt that he ought to say something helpful about it, but didn’t quite know what. So he decided to do something helpful instead.” A.A.Milne
VISITORS
Dick and Judy Leone were visiting to hear their son. Paul Leone, speak about craft beers.
Michael George was a guest of his father Ken George.
Sulyman joined us again on zoom.
WELLNESS REPORT
Charlie Hallagan sent a nice letter to let us know that he is doing well following heart surgery. After spending time with his son, Walt, he is back at the Parkwood in Macedon. Recently, with his usual generosity, he gave 137 shares of Linde stock to the Rotary foundation.
Chrissy Kent had a tough year loosing her brother and his girlfriend. She is making her own schedule at the Bowling Alley and has allowed for time to attend our Thursday meetings. She was anxious to meet our speaker and “talk beer”!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dave Hannan explained our mask policy. Masks are recommended (not required) to be worn when we are not eating.
Please bring some of the following items to a meeting in Dec. for the Newark food closet
cans of pineapple
cans of corn
strawberry jelly
broth
gravy
cereal
cranberry sauce
48oz or 64oz juice of any kind
The Jack Blodgett Memorial Blood Drive collected 30 pints of blood. Linda and Mitch were among the donors.
Jan Hence invited us to support the Historical Society in their chicken and biscuit dinner on December 12. Tickets are $10 and the meal is catered by Nana’s.
Michele McManus announced the December 3rd performance of the RPO at the High School. The Catholic Christmas bazar was on Saturday at the Methodist Church.
Dave Doebler thanked the Bell Ringers who raised $682 for the Salvation Army. Please bring money for the kettle that will be at all the meetings in December.
Dr. Davis is the new CEO of the Rochester General Hospital.
Alicia Vasquez announced that the library will be collecting Large Print Books and Crossword Puzzles for the Armstrong Sr. Living, the Terrace, Elder One, and Newark Manor.
FOUNDATION MINUTE - SCOTT HEALY
Rotary is dedicated to seven areas of focus to build international relationships, improve lives, and create a better world to support our peace efforts and end polio forever.
promoting peace
fighting disease
providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene
saving mothers and children
supporting education
growing local economies
supporting the environment
ROTARY BIO - SUSAN HASSENAUER
Susan was born in Webster, NY. She received her bachelor’s from SUNY Geneseo and her Masters from SUNY Brockport.
She is currently the Superintendent of the Newark Central School District. She previously worked at Brockport and the Rochester City School District. She lives in Penfield with her two daughters, Gabreilla(15) and Mia (13).
She loves to ride her jet ski and spend time outdoors during the summer. In the winter she skis and spends time in front of the fireplace reading. She also loves to watch her daughters sporting events of field hockey and soccer.
HAPPY MOMENTS
Tim Johnson told us of a happy ending to his Thanksgiving visit and drive home from Philadelphia. The truck ahead of them on the thruway was carrying an extension ladder that flew off. Fortunately they were not hit but they did run over it! You guessed it - a flat tire or more! After a 4 hour wait with confusion over being in Pa or NY, they were towed ALL THE WAY HOME.
Marc Kreuser is happy that his Alma Mater, Virginia Tech has a new football coach.
SPEAKER - PAUL LEONESandy Devolder introduced her nephew, Paul Leone who is the executive director of the NY state brewers association. He graduated from Newark High School in 1985 and from Nazareth in 1989.
The first brewery in NY was in Manhattan in 1623. The original brewers were WOMEN with NY creating Cream Ale.
Paul is anxious for Wayne Co. to establish its first brewery which would attract new businesses and tourists.
The good news about the craft beverage industry -
BEER IS BIPARTISON!
Next week is the annual meeting with greeter Donna Johnson, cashier Dave Johnson and Inspiration from Mitch Ruffalo
Remember to dress up for our group photo.