Meeting highlights from our April 18, 2023 Luncheon Meeting
The meeting was called to order by President, Harry Maloney. Dennis Palmer led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, Dave Hanrahan conducted the 4-Way Test and Pastor Heatherled us in prayer. Gus Foster was Sargeant at Arms. Notetaker was Linda Rumick. No upcoming birthday Rotarians were present (check below for all birthdays and anniversaries for the month).
Ed Morvay presented Josie Spinelliwith her 5 year pin - congratulations Josie on 5 very active years Ed also announced that Josie will receive the Cumberland County Bar Association's Liberty Award on May 1 for her continued contributions to the community. Josie is determined to make a difference -- and it shows!
Ed also noted that Rotarian couple, Gus and Linda Foster had achieved a combined membership of 65 years! Both have gone through the chairs, served as president and continue now to serve. Gus is Sergeant at Arms; Linda was club secretary for many years. Congratulations to the Fosters and thank you for your service! He also congratulated Jay Einstein whose family has marked 100 years of service in the community.
Guests include potential members: Nancy Spinelli and Joe Botero, and Captain Izzy Gonzalez of the Vineland Salvation Army.
Frank Rumick and Sherry Soutiere collected Happy Dollars ... 16 members contributed happy stories and a total of $139 for the treasury!
What was YOUR Rotary Moment?
Member alert: President Harry Maloney has asked that everyone come to the Tuesday, May 2ndmeeting prepared to talk about their "Rotary Moment" -- that is the event or moment that triggered you to make the decision to join the Vineland Rotary. We can't wait to hear YOUR story.
Congratulations to our newest Rotarian of the Week, Community Service Director David Scales! David is known to volunteer his services whenever help is needed. Sometimes we don't know how David does all that he does to serve those in need in our community. He is a true Rotarian whose heart is as big as his radiant smile!
Congratulations David on a well-deserved award! Wear your crown with pride.
Our guest speaker, Frank Piccioni III spoke about Rowan College of South Jersey’s Dual Enrollment programs, with a focus on the High School Option Program (HSOP).The HSOP provides high school students the opportunity to take RCSJ courses at a discounted tuition rate. Completed coursework can be applied to an RCSJ associate degree or be easily transferred to other institutions of higher education. In addition, RCSJ credits may satisfy high school graduation requirements through the N.J. Department of Education's Option Two.
Here are Some of the Program Benefits:
Tuition discount of $75 per credit with no course fees
Take an unlimited number of RCSJ courses
Start earning credit toward a degree program
Satisfy high school graduation requirements
Explore career pathways
Career and major exploration assessments to help students better understand their interests
Personalized academic advisement
Who Can Participate
Students 15 to 18 years of age
Those who completed freshman year of high school
In-county & out-of-county residents
Students who attend: Those who attend public schools, private schools and those who are home schooled.
June 10 is the last day of the Challenger League season - and that's traditionally Rotary "Buddy" Volunteer Day. Mark your calendars now and plan to participate in a fun-filled and very fulfilling day of service in our community.
Next Blood Driveis Tuesday 5/9/23 at the Ramada - we need volunteers! Contact Jim Siwek for more information @ jcsiwek@gmail.com.
Spirit and Truth Lunch Project - VOLUNTEER!!
Next Spirit and Truthlunch project is Friday,5/5/23 at the Ramada - we need volunteersFirst United Methodist Church at 7th and Landis. Contact Joanne Hewes for more information @ JournEazTravel@gmail.com
Need a Rotary shirt or T-Shirt?
Frank Rumick will have a variety of sizes available at our Tuesday, May 2 luncheon meeting.
Bay Atlantic Symphony is performing Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 on Saturday, May 6 at 3 pm at Rowan College of South Jersey. The performance features the 100 member Greater South Jersey Chorus with an amazing quartet of singers: Lori Hultgren, soprano; Barbara Dever, messo-soprano; Min Jin, tenor; and, Joseph Parrish, bass baritone. This is the season finale - a performance of this most powerful, mind-smashing work.
Rotarians can purchase discounted tickets online using the code: NINTH. Our own Josie Spinelli is a board member of Bay Atlantic Symphony and we are looking to follow the performance with a fellowship. Let Josie know if you are planning to go!
All Rotarians are invited to enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship with District Governor Michael Thompson.
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Important Notices for the Membership:
Proposed Officers
for 2023-2024:
Andrew Browne, President Jay Einstein, VP of Programs Josie Spinelli, VP of Fundraising
Harry Maloney, Immediate Past President David Schad, Charities Treasurer Bonnie Laube, Club Treasurer Melody Montgomery, Club Secretary Sherry Soutiere, Community Service Karen Bauman, Club Administration Gail Marino, Membership Maureen Simmons, Foundation Sandy Hearing, Youth Services Chair Linda Rumick, Community Awareness Susanna Philippoussis, International Service
Proposed
New Member:
Nancy Spinelli, from Ackerman Spinelli Realty Inc. has applied for an individual Rotary Membership. Nancy's membership was proposed by Board Member Josie Spinelli. A proposed member’s name and occupation must be published for two weeks for the current membership to consider and file objections, if any. After two weeks the proposed members application is then brought before the board of directors for final approval.
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