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December 8th, 2025 Newsletter

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Highlights from our December 2nd meeting:
 
Josie Spinelli, Club President, welcomed everyone and conducted the meeting.
 
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
PledgeMaria LeBlanc
4-Way TestGeorge Steinbronn
Prayer: Pastor Heather Sudgen
Guests:
  • Nick Surace's guest- Ryan Briggs
  • Steve Schiavo's guests- Joel & Robert Larriu
  • Gail Marino's guest- Erik Young
  • Donata Dalesandro
  • Phylliss Mazzeo, Assist District Governor
Together, Rotarians and students sang "God Bless America".
 
Announcements: 
 
Rotarians sang Happy Birthday to Melody Montgomery who celebrates her birthday on 12/6.
 
Josie reminded everyone to use your cameras. They will be collected in January. 
 
Josie let everyone know that Book Club will start in January. 
 
Sherri Prescott reminded everyone about the 5K Jingle Run on 12/6, Proceeds will benefit the Wreaths of Remembrance. We have had a lot of generous sponsorships, and we are very grateful. Thank you to everyone who has contributed or signed up to volunteer. More runners/walkers and volunteers are also welcome. 
 
Sherri Prescott let everyone know that the annual Spaghetti Dinner will take place on Sunday, March 8th. Tickets are coming soon.
 
Diane Alcantara announced: 
Tuesday, 12/16 will be the INTERNATIONAL BOUTIQUE sponsored by AMURTEL!

In the holiday spirit, it is that happy time again!! Please join us on Tuesday, December 16th to browse/shop for unique gift items from a variety of countries around the world. 
All proceeds from this fundraiser will support AMURTELโ€™s global programs and projects, which are managed by women, and focus on helping women and children.  ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ’—

 
Hope Brolis announced the Spirit and Truth Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches will take place this Friday, 12/5 at 8:30 AM.
 
Caitlin Terry announced that she is doing a Walk for Water for Hydromissions International on December 13th. Caitlin plans on walking 30 miles starting at sunrise and concluding at sunset. She invites you to participate in the last 3 miles, everyone will meet at 9th and the boardwalk at 3:30PM. If you would like to donate, you may do so. 
 
Gail Marino introduced her guest, Erik Young, the incoming CEO of Bay Atlantic Federal Credit Union. She will be retiring the end of the month. Erik will be proposed as a business member. 
 
Josie welcomed Donata Dalesandro, who will be officially joining the club soon.
 
Josie passed around postcards and reminded everyone of the Olde Fashioned Christmas happening this weekend, December 5th and 6th at the Vineland Convention Center.
 
Linda Foster announced that the CCTEC Interact Club is hosting a toy drive
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Josie thanked NickCara and Alicia for all of their efforts with Pedals for Progress. Thank you to all of the volunteers who came out to help. We collected 62 bikes and 45 sewing machines. 
 
Program: 
 
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USE YOUR CAMERAS! 
 
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Recent Events: 
 
Children's Holiday Party 12/3/2025
 
 
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Save The Date:
 
A Rotary Club Tribute Honoring Our Heroes:

 

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Our next PB&J: 12/5/25

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Reminder: the Hydromissions Store is open! ๐ŸŽ‰

 
Now you can show your support for water projects with every shirt, hoodie, or mug you buy. All items are printed on demand, so thereโ€™s no inventory, no waste โ€” just impact.
Your purchase helps Hydromissions provide water wells, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education to communities in need across the globe. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™
Shop the store here ๐Ÿ‘‰ Hydromissions | Official Merchandise | Bonfire

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Membership Announcements

Get to know our Newest Members:

~ Welcome Michael Toscano!

Michael is an Owner Agent with New York Life Insurance. He was inducted on 8/26/25 by Ed Morvay. Sponsor- Dawn Hunter.

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~ Welcome Sherri Prescott! 
 
Sherri is a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors. She was inducted on 5/6/25 by Ed Morvay. Sponsor- Donna Perez.
 

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Proposed New Members:

Donata Dalesandro is proposed by Rotarian Dawn Hunter. Donata is a representative of the VDID/Main Street Organization. 

Additional Notes:

Any concerns or objections to new memberships should be directed to President Josie Spinelli, josiecatlover@verizon.net 

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Rotary Board 2025-2026
(14 Member Board)
 
Jay Einstein, Immediate Past President
Josephine Orlando Spinelli, President
Joseph Oโ€™Rourke, President Elect
Sherri Prescott, Vice President of Fundraising
David Schad, Charities Treasurer
Bonnie Laube, Club Treasurer
Melody Montgomery, Club Secretary
Sherry Soutiere, Community Service Chair
Karen Bauman, Club Administration Chair
Nick Surace, Membership Chair
Dennis Palmer, Foundation Chair
Maria LeBlanc, Youth Services Chair
Susanna Philippousis, International Chair
Preston Centuolo, Community Awareness Chair

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Contact Bonnie at: bll@GreenblattLaube.com or 856-691-0424

 

The club now accepts Zelle as a form of payment!
Search: bll@GreenblattLaube.com  

Here are the step-by-step instructions:

    1    Log in to your bank's mobile app or online banking: to access Zelle. 

    2    Navigate to the Zelle section: by looking for options like "Send Money with Zelle" or "Pay & Transfer". 

    3    Select a recipient: from your contacts or by entering the recipient's email address. 

    4    Enter the amount: you wish to send and add an optional note if desired. 

    5    Review: the transaction details to ensure they are correct. 

    6    Tap "Send": to complete the payment

 

If your bank isn't a partner, you can still use Zelle by downloading the standalone Zelle app, but you'll need a U.S.-based bank account, a U.S. mobile number, an email address, and a valid U.S.-based debit card. 

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Upcoming Events
Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
First United Methodist Church
Dec 05, 2025 8:45 AM
 
2025 Jingle Run
CCTEC
Dec 06, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
 
Membership Meeting
Black Olive Restaurant
Dec 11, 2025 7:30 AM
 
Wreaths of Remembrance
Cumberland County Veterans Cemetery
Dec 13, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
 
Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
First United Methodist Church
Jan 02, 2026 8:45 AM
 
Membership Meeting
Black Olive Restaurant
Jan 08, 2026 7:30 AM
 
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Karen Bauman
January 1
 
Wayne Triantos
January 1
 
Robyn Granberg
January 16
 
Harry Maloney
January 17
 
Joseph Delgado
January 17
 
Joseph Ianni
January 21
 
Jim Siwek
January 22
 
Steven Schiavo
January 30
 
Melody Montgomery
December 6
 
Heather Sugden
December 20
 
Diane Alcantara
December 22
 
M Jay Einstein
December 25
 
Robert Middleton
December 27
 
Join Date
Charles Girard
January 1, 1970
56 years
 
Charles Parrish
January 1, 1972
54 years
 
Robert Middleton
January 1, 2020
6 years
 
Tara Martinez
January 3, 2019
7 years
 
Becky Lein
January 14, 2025
1 year
 
Gail Marino
January 20, 2005
21 years
 
Donald Daigle
January 23, 2024
2 years
 
Ed Morvay
January 24, 2012
14 years
 
Alan Dickinson
December 1, 1991
34 years
 
Bonnie Laube
December 1, 1991
34 years
 
Hope Brolis
December 4, 2007
18 years
 
Sherri Prescott
December 15, 2023
2 years