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March 9th, 2026 Newsletter

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Highlights from our March 3rd meeting:
 
Josie Spinelli, Club President, welcomed everyone and conducted the meeting.
 
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
PledgePreston Foster
4-Way TestMaria LeBlanc
Prayer: Pastor Heather Sugden
Guests: 
  • Pending Prospective Member, Erik Young
  • Pending Prospective Member, Michael DiSalvo
 
Together, Rotarians and students sang "God Bless America".
 
Announcements:
 
 
Josie announced that Book Club has started!
 
Josie reminded everyone to pay your quarterly bills! See Bonnie for payments. Thank you, Bonnie for all you do!
 
Josie reminded everyone about the Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday. We need all hands on deck for this event. Looking forward to seeing you there. Sherri Prescott passed around a signup sheet. Please reach out to her for tickets.
 
Sherri Prescott let everyone know to save the date for June 11th. We will have a fellowship at Terra Nonno winery in Rosenhayn from 6pm-8pm. George Perez will be performing. She is also looking for people to join this committee.
 
Joe O'Rourke thanked everyone for sponsoring the placemats for the Spaghetti Dinner.  
 
Dave Schad let everyone know that there were Rotary shirts available if anyone needs one.
 
Joe O'Rourke let everyone know that he had President Elect training this past weekend in King of Prussia. He was reminded while in training that this club is very engaging and impactful. He is so proud to be a part of the Vineland Rotary Club.
 
This Friday (3/6) is Peanut Butter & Jelly. Please come out and help serve the community. 
 
Dawn Hunter reminded everyone of the Flags and Freedom event. It is 6/14 from 11AM-2PM. Everyone will get a flag, flowers and a gift bag.
 
Rotarians sang Happy Birthday to Gus Foster who celebrates his birthday on 3/3.
 
Welcome back, Bridget! It was good to see you at the meeting!
 
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Joe O'Rourke introduced today's guest speaker:
 
Program:
 
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USE YOUR CAMERAS! 
 
 
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Sending Sunshine, Love and Support: 
 
 
Please keep Carol Musso in your thoughts and prayers.
Carol was recently diagnosed with cancer and while the journey hasn't been easy,
she remains in good spirits. 
If you would like to send a card or a note of encouragement, they may be mailed to: 
Carol Musso 721 Morton Avenue, Bridgeton, NJ 08302.
Your prayers, kindness and support are deeply appreciated and mean more than
words can express to Carol and her loved ones.
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Please keep Caitlin Terriโ€™s family in your thoughts and prayers.
Her brother-in-law (Peter) is recovering from a serious injury and recent surgery.
Cards and notes of encouragement may be sent to: 
Peter Pelosi 5114 Landis Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360.
Your kindness and support mean so much during this difficult time.
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Please keep Andy Browne's mother in your thoughts and prayers.
Wishing Andy's mom healing and strength as she recovers in rehab.
 
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Recent Events:
 
Love Your Local Businesses 2/13/2026
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Peanut Butter & Jelly 2/6/2026
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Save The Date:
 
 
 

Our next PB&J: 3/6/2026

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Challenger League Registration and information: CLICK HERE

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Serving up spaghetti, smiles, and Service Above Self!

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Flags. Flowers. Freedom.

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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 Donata Dalesandro!

Donata is a Representative of VDID/Main Street Organization. She was inducted on 2/3/26 by Ed Morvay. Sponsor- Dawn Hunter.

 

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Proposed New Members:

Dr. Dana Palma is proposed by Rotarian Jim Siwek. Dana is a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones.

Erik Young and Mari Collazo from Bay Atlantic Federal Credit Union are proposed for Business Membership by Rotarian Gail Marino. Erik will be the Rotarian and Mari will be the Business Alternate. 

Michael DiSalvo is proposed by Rotarian Joe O'Rourke. Mike is a retired UPS driver. 

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
Mar 06, 2026 8:45 AM
Vineland Rotary volunteers meet once a month (first Friday) to make 100 bagged lunches for the soup kitchen operated by Spirit and Truth ministries.
These meals are handed out on Fridays as the soup kitchen is not open on weekends.
 
Contact Denise Jackson to let her know you will be volunteering!
denise@cezcorp.org
Vineland
First United Methodist Church

Spaghetti Dinner
Mar 08, 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Vineland
Semper Marine Detachment #205

Membership Meeting
Mar 12, 2026 7:30 AM
Vineland
Black Olive Restaurant

Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
Apr 03, 2026 8:45 AM
Vineland Rotary volunteers meet once a month (first Friday) to make 100 bagged lunches for the soup kitchen operated by Spirit and Truth ministries.
These meals are handed out on Fridays as the soup kitchen is not open on weekends.
 
Contact Denise Jackson to let her know you will be volunteering!
denise@cezcorp.org
Vineland
First United Methodist Church

Membership Meeting
Apr 09, 2026 7:30 AM
Vineland
Black Olive Restaurant

Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
May 01, 2026 8:45 AM
Vineland Rotary volunteers meet once a month (first Friday) to make 100 bagged lunches for the soup kitchen operated by Spirit and Truth ministries.
These meals are handed out on Fridays as the soup kitchen is not open on weekends.
 
Contact Denise Jackson to let her know you will be volunteering!
denise@cezcorp.org
Vineland
First United Methodist Church

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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Gustav Foster
March 3
 
Donald Daigle
March 6
 
Bonnie Laube
March 10
 
Ken Dondero
March 11
 
Josie Spinelli
March 15
 
Maria LeBlanc
March 17
 
Ana Saull
March 27
 
Sherry Soutiere
April 1
 
Andrew Browne
April 11
 
Hope Brolis
April 26
 
Susan Sauro
April 26
 
Join Date
Maria LeBlanc
March 1, 2020
6 years
 
Eileen Duffy
March 11, 2019
7 years
 
Stan Orzechowski
March 16, 2017
9 years
 
Donata Dalesandro
March 22, 2021
5 years
 
Dennis Palmer
March 30, 2004
22 years
 
Denise Jackson
April 1, 2014
12 years
 
Gustav Foster
April 1, 1980
46 years
 
Andrew Browne
April 2, 1997
29 years
 
Joseph Delgado
April 2, 2004
22 years
 
Josie Spinelli
April 6, 2018
8 years
 
Diane Alcantara
April 8, 2020
6 years
 
Scott Fransko
April 8, 2014
12 years
 
Susan Sauro
April 12, 2016
10 years
 
Linda Foster
April 17, 2001
25 years