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January 26th, 2026 Newsletter

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Highlights from our January 20th meeting:
 
Josie Spinelli, Club President, welcomed everyone and conducted the meeting.
 
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
PledgeSue Sauro
4-Way Test: Preston Foster
Prayer: Pastor Heather Sugden
Guests: 
  • Joe O'Rourke's guest- Prospective Member, Michael DiSalvo
  • Becky Lein's guest- Prospective Member, Deborah Rapp
  • Gail Marino's guest- Prospective Member, Erik Young
 
Together, Rotarians and students sang "God Bless America".
 
Announcements: 
 
Karen reminded everyone about the Winter Social. We hope to see you there!
***See photos from the Winter Social below under recent events***
 
Sherri Prescott reminded everyone of the Spaghetti Dinner on March 8th. If you need additional tickets, please see Sherri.
 
Sherri Prescott is working on the date for the Golf Tournament. It is tentatively set for May 21st. The date is flexible. More information to come. 
 
Josie shared that Compass Academy will be sponsoring a Skate Night at Skate 2000 in Bridgeton on February 11. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Vineland Rotary Club. The cost is $15 per person, with more details to follow.
 
$$ Happy Dollars $$ were collected to support our Blessing Bags initiative! There were plenty of happy Rotarians to go around!
 
 
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The deadline for completed applications, including two (2) recommendation forms, is February 28, 2026.
 
All applications and recommendation forms must be submitted via email to:
VinelandRotaryScholarships@gmail.com
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Program:
 
 

Pastor Heather led a fun and engaging game with our Rotarians!

Congratulations to our winners:
3rd Place – Joe O’Rourke
2nd Place – Sherri Prescott
1st Place – Preston Centuolo

Great job to everyone who participated. It was a lot of fun all around!


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Sunshine Notes: 
 
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 Terri’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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Recent Events:
Winter Social 1/22/2026
 
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The winter social was a beautiful reminder of what makes Rotary special
—shared smiles, joyful dancing, a room filled with laughter, and the
comfort of being surrounded by dear friends.
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Thank you to everyone who helped in any way to make this event a success!
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Peanut Butter & Jelly 1/2/2026
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Save The Date:
 
 
 
 
Blood Drive: 1/27/2026
 
Blood Drive on January 27th at the Ramada from 730AM-12PM.
Visit redcrossblood.org or see Jim Siwek to make an appointment.
 
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Our next PB&J: 2/6/2026

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Serving up spaghetti, smiles, and Service Above Self!

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Reminder: the Hydromissions Store is open! 🎉

 
Now you can show your support for water projects with every shirt, hoodie, or mug you buy. All items are printed on demand, so there’s no inventory, no waste — just impact.
Your purchase helps Hydromissions provide water wells, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education to communities in need across the globe. 🌍💙

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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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Proposed New Members:

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. 

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 O’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
Feb 06, 2026 8:45 AM
 
Membership Meeting
Black Olive Restaurant
Feb 12, 2026 7:30 AM
 
Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
First United Methodist Church
Mar 06, 2026 8:45 AM
 
Spaghetti Dinner
Semper Marine Detachment #205
Mar 08, 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
 
Membership Meeting
Black Olive Restaurant
Mar 12, 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
 
Keith Petrosky
February 6
 
Jennifer Hainley
February 16
 
Cait Terry
February 18
 
Ed Morvay
February 19
 
Dawn Hunter
February 23
 
Ronald McMahon
February 26
 
Tara Martinez
February 28
 
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
 
Wayne Triantos
February 2, 1992
34 years
 
Brian Rehm
February 3, 2015
11 years
 
Dawn Hunter
February 5, 2013
13 years
 
Justin White
February 9, 2021
5 years
 
Steve Plevins
February 28, 2016
10 years