Newsletter - Archive  Nov 2, 2008

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November 2008 Club News

President's Message:

As the Rotary year is in full swing, we find ourselves in the midst of our first fundraiser  of the year- oranges and grapefruits for sale!  Our mission is to take orders for fruit, $19 per case of Ruby Red grapefruit or Navel oranges and get those numbers to Gerry Barbelet, our intrepid Chairman.  Please make his job easier by placing your orders before November 12, picking up the fruit the weekend it arrives (usually the first weekend in December, you will be informed) and collecting the money, checks are made payable to: Tarrytowns Rotary Foundation.  To insure a profit of at least $2000, it is expected that each member be responsible for a minimum of ten cases.  We make a $5 profit per case, so if fruit sales or fruit consumption isn't your thing, a $50 contribution to the Foundation will allow us to reach our goal.  To our new members- the fruit is of exceptional quality and makes great holiday gifts whether by the case or in fruit baskets!  Don't forget, vitamin C helps keep the common cold away!

In closing, to all a very Happy Thanksgiving !  In such uncertain times, it is important for us to take time to reflect upon the numerous blessings for which we all can be thankful.

 

Club News:   

October has been busy for the club with five meetings. 

• We started the month with Susan Greenberg telling us about her work with the Niger Women's Grain Bank.  This organization has helped local women increase the food supply for their community and create a food bank to help others.
• Next we heard from Michael Blau, Tarrytown Village Administrator who gave us an update on all that is new in town. Many remember Michael from his former days as our Village Administrator and we are happy to have him returning to our club. 
• Dr Lawrence Ruck, local Chiropodist shared his expertise on how to keep our back and bodies healthy.  There were many questions after his talk. 
• Our fourth meeting was a formal induction of new members.  For those who could make it, Joe presented them with their badge, a copy of the Wine & Jazz journal and a copy of our Duck Derby flyer.  An overview of all our club does over the year was given so new, and long time, members were reminded of all the things we do for our community as well as the bonds we share and friendships gained. 
• Finally we closed the month with a talk from John Ravitz of the American Red Cross.  Remember, get a kit, make a plan, be informed!  Should you want your donations to be for Westchester, be sure to note this when making your donation.  92% of every dollar goes to charity work.

Duck Sighting

The ducks were sighted at our October 29th meeting and lots of fun followed with a special Jeopardy game after lunch.  Those who didn't attend missed a great time with ghoulish gifts!

Person of the Year -  We will honor Robert Kimmel and The Hudson Independent as our Person of the Year for his paper's excellent coverage of local community news and events.  Our celebration will be held at a breakfast on Wednesday morning, November 12, 2008 from 8am to 10am at Tappan Hill.  There will not be a club luncheon that day.  Rotarian guests may attend for $50.  See Joe, Mimi or JoAnne for more information.

Wine & Jazz - The date has been set for March 30, 2009.  Work is starting now on this fundraiser with Mimi starting to put together gift baskets for the silent auction.  It's not too early to make a monetary or gift donation to her now.

Duck Derby - Our newest fundraiser date has also been set for April 25, 2009 in conjunction with the YMCA Healthy Kids Day.  Sponsors are being solicited and adoptions will start soon. 

Every Rotarian Every Year - The Foundation's Annual Programs Fund is running now.  There are thousands of charitable organizations working throughout the world that make a positive impact on those in need.  But your Rotary Foundation is the only charitable organization funded by contributions from Rotarians, for programs and projects identified by Rotarians, and administered by Rotarians at the project site.  The Rotary Foundation is YOU. The District goal is to receive a $100 contribution from each club member. With a $100 contribution or more each year you become a Rotary Foundation Sustaining Member  Please send your check today to:

         DGN George R Camp

         Rotary District 7230

         14 Emwilton Place

         Ossining, NY  10562

Be sure to note our club name on your check.  Or see Jack Jolly for Every Rotarian, Every Year return envelopes.

Member Update:

Bill Burnette walked in the Annual Breast cancer walk on October 19th representing our club.  Hats off to him for doing this.

Jim Reiche is back home and continues to get stronger.  He hopes to return to meetings soon.  Feel free to give him a call.

Steve & Janet Byelick represented our club in Bermuda for the District club meeting in October.

Committee Member Update:

Following is an update on our committees.  If you haven't signed up for one, pleae see Joe or any of the chairs. 

Community Service - Chair: Gerry Riera    Co-Chair: Margaret Black 

            Members: Dave Cartenuto, Janet Byelick, Jerry Barbelet, Stan Biloon, John Keels, Mimi Godwin

International Service - Chair: Dave Cartenuto    Co-Chair:              

            Members: Joyce Stanton, Galina  Pendill, Margaret Black, Norbert Fluhler, Jim McGough

Membership - Chair: David Holtz    Co-Chair: Andres Valdespino  

             Members: Bill Burnette

Duck Derby - Co-Chairs:  Mimi Godwin, JoAnne Murray  

            Members:  Donna Puff, Miriam Frandsen

            Members: John Belluardo, Chip Wagner, Margaret Black, Jack Jolly, Mimi Godwin,  JoAnne Murray, Donna Puff

Newsletter - Got news?  Please direct it to Margaret Black, mblack@ambins.com or Joe Goscilo, joecooldds@aol.com.

November 16 - Leonard Andrew

November 22 - Norbert Fluhler

November 26 - Mimi Godwin

December 17 - Carol Gibney

December 24 - Kristin Weltzheimer