March 21, 2023 Tuesday Luncheon Meeting

The meeting was called to order by President Harry Maloney.

Ed Morvay led us in the Pledge of Allegiance,

Jay Einstein conducted the 4 Way Test and Pastor Heather led us in prayer.

Notetaker was Alicia Fichera.
Sergeant at Arms was Andy Browne. There were 25 members and 3 guests in attendance. Guests included potential member Nancy Spinelli (Realtor), guest speaker Alfonso Llano, Superintendent of Vineland Public Schools and Gia Messore, Public Information Officer for Strategic Communications and Partnerships

** Announcements **

Gail Marino mentioned she needs volunteers for the Vineland Rotary Club Hunger Project on 4/22 from 10-11 am. We need 10 table captains and 10 volunteers for each table. We will assemble 20,000 meals to be donated to those in need in our community. Setup starts at 8 AM. Please contact Gail @ gmarino@bayatlanticfcu.org to volunteer.

Spirit and Truth - next date is 4/7/23 8:45 am. Volunteers are always needed for the first Friday of the month to assemble peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and assorted goodies to provide 100 lunches for individuals in need to have for the weekend. There is always a need for Rotary volunteers to help. Contact Joanne Hewes for more information @ JournEazTravel@gmail.com

Next Blood Drive is Tuesday 5/9/23 at the Ramada - we need volunteers! Contact Jim Siwek for more information @ jcsiwek@gmail.com

Jay Einstein thanked everyone for the wonderful turnout at the Spaghetti Dinner!

Photos: Please remember to send all of your Rotary-related pictures to Jay Parks @jayhparks@comcast.net -- Jay thanks you!

Member Classification

We enjoyed hearing from Ryan Middleton who gave his classification presentation 3/21/23. Ryan, who operates Larry’s II with his brother, Bob, spoke about his background with Larry's II Restaurant. He has lived in Vineland for most of his life and graduated Vineland High School in 1998 and University of Delaware in 2002.

Ryan gave an overview of the history of Larry's II, which was born of the original “Jim and Larry's Restaurant” that was located on Landis Avenue. His parents, Bob and Denise Middleton originally operated the restaurant until Ryan and his brother/partner Bob took over the reins. He spoke about the many employees who have been at the restaurant for 20+ and 30+ years and how thankful the family is for all their hard work and dedication to the business and community.

Ryan is a proud husband and father who enjoys spending time with his 14 and 16-year old children.

We all appreciate Ryan's dedication to Rotary. Not only do we hold our luncheon meetings at Larry’s II, Larry’s II has been a long-time supporter and benefactor of Rotary’s annual spaghetti dinners! Thanks Ryan and the entire Larry’s II family.

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This Week's Program ...

Vineland Superintendent of Schools Alfonso Llano (left) and Gia Messore Public Information Officer for Strategic Communications and Partnerships for the school district (right) gave a detailed presentation about the many facets of the school district which seeks to serve the needs of every student with equity.

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Rotarian of the Week!!

President Harry Maloney was named Rotarian of the Week and presented with a trophy and a crown. Harry was chosen for all of his hard work and dedication to the club! He's another great example of a dedicated Vineland Rotarian!

Visit the link below to see

our previous Rotarians of the Week ...

photoalbums/rotarians-of-the-week

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Don't miss our next Meeting:

Thursday, March 30, 2023 @ 5:45 pm

at The Green Olive Restaurant

featuring Interact Students

Join us as we honor Interact Students

and present

Interact Distinguished Service Citations!

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Visit our website for all of the latest news about the Vineland Rotary!

http://vinelandrotary.org

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Evening Meeting
Green Olive Restaurant
Mar 30, 2023 5:45 PM

Lunch Meeting
Larry's II Restaurant
Apr 04, 2023 11:45 AM

Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
First United Methodist Church
Apr 07, 2023 8:45 AM

Membership Meeting
Black Olive Restaurant
Apr 13, 2023 7:30 AM

Challenger League Season Opener
North Vineland Little League Clubhouse Vineland, NJ 08360
Apr 15, 2023 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Lunch Meeting
Larry's II Restaurant
Apr 18, 2023 11:45 AM

Hunger Project with US Hunger
Salvation Army
Apr 22, 2023 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Evening Meeting
Green Olive Restaurant
Apr 27, 2023 5:45 PM

Lunch Meeting
Larry's II Restaurant
May 02, 2023 11:45 AM

Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
First United Methodist Church
May 05, 2023 8:45 AM

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Member Birthdays

Gustav Foster

March 3

Ken Dondero

March 11

Josie Spinelli

March 15

Maria LeBlanc

March 17

Ken Pustizzi

March 24

Ana Saull

March 27

Join Date

Maria LeBlanc

March 1, 2020

3 years

Eileen Duffy

March 11, 2019

4 years

Stan Orzechowski

March 16, 2017

6 years

Donna Perez

March 21, 2017

6 years

Sandy Hearing

March 26, 2019

4 years

Dennis Palmer

March 30, 2004

19 years

President

Harry Maloney

President Elect/Programs

Andrew Browne

Club Treasurer

Bonnie Laube

Secretary

Melody Montgomery

Club Administrator

Karen Bauman

Community Service Director

David Scales

Vice President/Fundraising

M Jay Einstein

International Service Director

Diane Alcantara

Immediate Past President

Donna Bennett

Charities Treasurer

Dave Schad

Membership

Josie Spinelli

Public Relations Director

Linda Rumick

Foundation Director

Alan Dickinson

Youth Service Director