On December 28, 2023 we presented scholarship checks to Anna and Sarah.
Opening and Invocation led by Sue Colacino - a reflection from Hints from Heloise
Wellness Report – Dave Albrecht, husband of Pat — in the hospital
Guests: 2024 Scholarship winners: Anna Verdine and Sarah George, Pat Verdine, mother of Anna
Snapple Facts:
- Some cats are allergic to humans
- The tiny pockets in jeans were made for pocket watches
- Two of Snapple’s® founders were window washers in Brooklyn
- Ants can’t walk across a chalk line
- Mangos are related to cashews and pistachios
- Banana trees are actually herbs
Announcements:
- Thank you’s from Charlie Hallagan and from Helmuth and Hannelora Reinhardt for the Poinsettia, the Newark Food Closet, the Newark Central School District and Cindy Briggs for helping sponsor the RPO
Happy Moments:
- Bendix’s just returned from spending Christmas with Aubrey and family.
- Dave Chrysler - retiring from Director of Police Training — looking forward to serving as Rotary President in a few years.
- Doug Forgue — reminder that life is truly short, and talked about the importance of staying connected to family and those we love.
- Adam O’s band is playing next Friday at Iron Smoke Distillery in Fairport
Birthdays: Johnathan Taylor, 12/25
Club Anniversaries: none this week
Queen of Hearts — Dave Tyler did not pick the Queen - the pot continues to grow.
Program: Scholarship recipients received their scholarship money:
Anna Verdine, her high school average was 98.46. As a student she volunteered at Camp Good Days, Chamber of Commerce, soccer camp, and several others. Anna is currently attending LeMoyne College in Syracuse and continues to volunteer with her track team.
Sarah George, her high school average was 99.32. As a student she was community service minded and volunteered in several areas. She currently is attending Monroe Community College working on a degree to become a dental hygienist. She volunteers through her school to provide free dental cleanings for the community.
Congratulations to both Anna and Sarah – Newark Rotary is proud of all of your accomplishments and your continued commitment to service above self.
Annual Meeting:
Newark Rotary Club has 95 members + 4 Corporate Members
12/28/23 meeting had a quorum of members.
Treasurers report given by Kevin Mooney
Slate of Officers for 2024/2025 Rotary Year presented by Charles Waterman:
President — James Weiler
President Elect — Charles Waterman
Pres - Nominee — Dave Chrysler
Secretary — Lucina Hallagan
Treasurer — Kevin Mooney
Board of Directors members — Renew for 2nd term: Pat Albrecht, Jorge Bueso
Lacy Graham — 1st term
Norma Madayag-Reilly — move to accept slate of officers for 2024/2025 Rotary Year, Adam O. 2nd
Motion Passed
Thank you for your willingness to serve the Newark Rotary Club as a officer of the club.