The weekly bulletin is changing to not include news from the previous meeting, but also other stories. In this week's bulletin we include articles on Carole Nary and Mike DeJohn, who recently passed away. Please click the blue "Read more" to read the whole article.
Last week Jean Bendix brought guest speakers from the Newark schools' music department. It was an excellent program, as Kate, Bob and Lara described the challenges of continuing music education during this time of social distancing.
WELCOME VISITORS
Bob Bendix welcomed Kirk Parmiteer and Jean Bendix welcomed Thursday’s speakers Kate Flock, Bob Humphreys and Lara Larsson.
WELLNESS REPORT
Jean Williams recently talked with Hannelora. Helmuth is home following a successful back surgery. Hannelora never complains but admitted that she is dealing with A-fib that makes her very tired. Carol Nary was reported to having heart surgery. Mike Muscolino reported that many people in Rotary might know Bob Havrilla from Parker Hannifin. His wife, Pat is doing better after a serious illness. Keep Jean in your thoughts and prayers as she deals with the loss of a good friend.
TERRIFIC TAX TIPS - DOUG FORGUE
Tax news CAN be exciting! You have until May 17th to file for 2020. Many stimulus checks have been received. I’m pretty sure mine needs to go for a new couch!
I’m here to help the economy!!
BAD DAD JOKES - GARY REILLY
But first a serious note from Gary - membership applications and NEW BROCHURES can be picked up at each meeting (as needed)on the table behind the President.
When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either a new car or a new wife.
What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta!
Apparently we can’t visit our relatives homes but real estate agents can buy and sell houses.....
So I’ve put my house on the market and Mom and Dad are coming for a viewing at 5:00
Interested in a Shingles joke? CALL GARY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
President Donna is pleased that all in-person members have signed the Covid liability form.
A reminder - you can pay for lunches using Pay Pal.
Mitch Ruffalo reported that next week he will have the sign-up sheet for the April 24th Canal Clean-up. There will be a registration table with beverages provided by Dave Jonson by the canal. The village will provide vests.
Melissa Correia invited everyone to attend the virtual District Training on Saturday April, 10th from 9-12:30. Dave Hannan and Marc Kreuser will be speaking along with Karen Q representing the DEI committee.
Alicia Vasquez announced that the Literacy award went to volunteer Chris Edgar. We raised $5,047 and Linda Werts thanked Alecia for her unique Spelling Unscramble.
Remember to bring your United Way personal care items to the bin at the Community Center meeting room.
HAPPY MOMENTS
Lucina was happy to be HOME ALONE for the weekend with Steve away on a ski outing.
SPEAKERS - NEWARK MUSIC DEPARTMENT
March is MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS month.Jean Bendix, our former High School vocal instructor was pleased to introduce Kate Flock, now in charge of H.S. vocal music, Bob Humphreys in charge of Instrumental music and Lara Larsson the music teacher at Perkins Elementary School.
Kate explained the challenges of teaching music during the pandemic. It’s hard to hear your neighbor in the choir when you are 12 feet apart.
Bob described the Band as BONKERS! They are divided into 5 bands with no in-person lessons. On Wednesdays from 8-2:40 they meet with a small group every 20 minutes.
We listened to a beautiful vocal recording where each student submitted their part that was then edited and put together to form the choir - It’s all magic to me!
Lara shared the Lincoln and Perkins March Newsletter describing the “Newark Primary Music Makers”. Covid has taken an emotional toll on students. The Elementary music teachers have been very creative using puppets and a music kit for each student.
The H.S.is holding a virtual musical this spring - WE WILL ROCK with music from Queen. Emily Howard will be getting out information as to how you can watch.
ONLINE CONNECTIONS - RobertHumpfreys@newarkCSD.org and KateFlock@newarkCSD.org
Next week we will hear more about the Music Program from Cindy Briggs