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Meet Our Newest Rotarian
At our Feb 4th virtual meeting, the Skaneateles Rotary Club inducted their newest member, Mike Tierney. Mike's is a patent Attorney and lives in Skaneateles with wife, Catherine. He learned of our club and its activities at our Pints for Polio event last Fall and has joined us in several virtual meetings in the past few months.
We welcome Mike talents and enthusiasm in our continuing efforts to serve our world communities through a strong and vivant Rotary Club.
LAST WEEK- Feb 4th, 2021 ... by Bill Conole
Membership/Attendance: 52 Active members 14 attending
Guests: Mike Tierney (for 15% of meeting and member for last 85%)
The Beginnings - President Dave opened our meeting by noting that; as of tonight, Mike Tierney will no longer be a guest but will become our newest member.
Winterfest: President Dave encouraged all of our members to support the Sunrise Rotary’s Winterfest 2021. Members can support this by contributing to the fest online. He reminded everybody how the SSR Club has always fully supported our club activities in the past.
Super Saturday Dist Assembly: AG Bill Conole briefed everybody on the District’s February 27th “Super Saturday” Training Assembly. Bill reviewed the event's agenda & encouraged everyone to join this zoom meeting on the 27th. (see notice below)
The Programs
New Member Induction: Membership Chair Tyler Lorey formally inducted Mike Tierney into our club by reviewing the “The Objects of Rotary” with Mike & by telling Mike that our members eagerly welcome him to our club. (see notice above)
ClubRunner Website & Resources - PDG Ward Vuillemot deftly presented information on the Club Website & online resources & tools. Ward skillfully demonstrated how much club information is readily available online. Once a member learns how to navigate the relatively simple format, members can gain access to a wealth of club & RI information and resources. During his presentation, Ward quickly showed everyone how to access information on a vast array of club & RI topics. Ward volunteered to help anyone who needs assistance or a little tutoring on the Club Website or on accessing online tools.
Ward encouraged those member who have yet to take advantage of the ClubRunner app, do so as it is a convenient access to club and member information (see article below)
Ward is seeking a volunteer or volunteers to work with him so he can fully share the club web-based information & data system with them. Ward noted that in this way, if he is hit by a snow plow or run over by a been wagon, these resources will survive & flourish without him.
President Dave thanked Ward for his presentation & for the many years he has served our club.
The Endings:
Virtual Scavenger Hunt: Prez Dave announced that will start a scavenger hunt of bits of facts and information that can be found on our website with prizes given to the first to find and report the answers, during the weeks to come. He & Ward will supply the select home crafted prizes. (see the first of many below)
4-Way Test:President Dave led us in the Four Way Test!
See Next week.
Virtual SRC Scavenger Hunt ... Ward
At our Feb. 4h meeting, following Ward's review of our club's website resources, Prez Dave announced that he will kick off a virtual scavenger hunt die bits and facts that can be found on ourclub's website. Prizes are to be contributed from the home hobby shops of both Dave and Ward. This week's prize is a jar of Dave's ever-famous maple syrup from his farm's sugar shack. The club member who is first in responding with the correct answers, via email toWard,will be the week's winner.
The small print - All entries will be examined by our certified panel of expert(s) and the "time & date" on the participant's email will be used to judge the first winner, should there be multiple entries with correct answers.
Enjoy you cruse though the website!
This week's web scavenger hunt is:
Who was our first Club President?
Our club membership has included two District Governors over the years. Name them?
On May 14th, 2020 our guest discussed treatment for COVID-19. Who was the guest?
RIP - What is the meaning of this abbreviation in Rotary-speak?
DISTRICT 7150
FEBRUARY, 2021 NEWSLETTER
D7150 ~ District & Club information
CLICK HERE to access and read the February, 2021 edition of the District 7150 newsletter, and discover all the many Rotary events and happenings within our CNY Rotary clubs.
District Training D7150 Assembly
Sat, Feb 27 - 9:00 am to noon
"Super Saturday", but it will be held virtually. This event is for all of the key members of your club leadership team, as well as any Rotarians who want to get more involved.
There will be training for treasurers, secretaries, membership chairs, public image, and. foundation chairs.
There will be also a Grants Management Seminar. (Reminder: At least one person in your club is required to attend a GM Seminar in order to apply for a District Grant for next year. (There will be one other offering later this spring.)
In addition, there will also be training specifically for Assistant Governors and incoming Presidents. (Pre-PETS)
Registration is required! CLICK HERE to register
RI 2021-22 Theme Announced
Incoming RI President, (RIPE) Shekhar Mehta, a member of the Rotary Club of Calcutta-Mahanagar, West Bengal, India, revealed the 2021-22 presidential theme, Serve to Change Lives, at this week’s virtual Rotary International Assembly. He urged district governors-elect to become more involved in service projects, saying that caring for and serving others is the best way to live because it changes not only other people’s lives, but also our own. CLICK HERE to read more & to hear is address on the RI website.
Virtual TRIVAL NIGHT
Have fun with your fellow Rotarians and break up the monotony of a cold February in the middle of a pandemic. We could all use a night "out" !
Virtual TRIVIA NIGHT, Sat. Feb. 20th, 7:00 pm
Register in advance (by Feb 19) for this FREE event at REGISTER 4 Trivia
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Bring your own beverage and snacks and invite other Rotarians from your Club.
Show off your winter gear. Wear your Bernie mittens if you have some!
Multi-District Membership Seminar
"Young People Speak - It's Time to Stretch and Listen
Join us on February 22nd at 7:00PM for a virtual Multi-District Membership Monday seminar "Young People Speak - It’s Time to Stretch and Listen”. Hear from younger Rotarians and some who left. Find out about what they want and expect from their Rotary experience. This will be a discussion of the culture of Rotary clubs, presented as an opportunity to improve Rotary. Where can we improve? What do the panelists see and what can clubs do?
Opening up the event will be incoming Zone Coordinator, Drew Kessler, a young Rotarian himself. There will be panelists from each District.
Each year our club participates in the District's grant program which offers a dollar for dollar match for club projects. We're looking for ideas for a small grant ($500-$1000) for the 2021-2022 year. Funds can be used to fund small scale short term activities that address needs in our community or communities abroad. The project should include Rotarian involvement. In the recent past our grants have helped provide dental equipment to an underserved area, Shelter Boxes, fund for YMCA/Community Center Scholarships, funds for ClearPath for Vets canine program, and construction of paths at Baltimore Woods. If you have an idea let Mary Giroux know (mfgiroux0614@gmail.com). And, there will be Grant Management training on February 27th.
ClubRunner Mobile App .... by Ward
If you have not done so yet, please take advantage of this valuable online tool by downloading; "The ClubRunner MobileApp for Clubs & District”. And oh yes, it is free to all member of Skaneateles Rotary Club as part of our ClubRunner web/data package.
By downloading this you will always have the Skaneateles club current data (picture, phone number, email, addresses, etc. ) on you mobile device. No more having to find the last listing that was to sent you or asking Ward for the information.
You will also have quick access additional club information (officers, calendars, programs, etc). Also, District officer's information and meeting schedules for other district clubs. … and more.
Once you have the app on your device, you will need your ClubRunner Access Code and Password. If you do not recall them either call Ward at 247-4449 or email Ward and he will assist you in retrieving them.
This use of this App use is
restricted to Rotary Club members only.
NYS COVID-19 Vaccine: Get the Facts
Source for updates, to check eligibly & appointments
Now that Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is being offered virtually, you can sign up for any of the upcoming events (listed below) and log in and attend from the comfort of your home!
This is your opportunity to conveniently complete all three levels and even attend a graduate session of this interactive Rotary training. It's also less expensive this way! RLI is the perfect way for a brand new member to get acquainted with our organization, for anyone to brush up on their leadership skills and even for veteran members to get inspired with new ideas for their club.
Consider registering for any of these upcoming sessions at www.rlinea.org. Each session offers levels I, II, III and graduate. It is $25/person to attend. (the fee will be reimbursed to Skaneateles Rotary members)
Feb 27 - Schenectady NY (virtual via Zoom)
Mar 13 - Pottstown, PA (virtual via Zoom)
To access additional information and to register, go tohttps://rlinea.org
District 7150, Rotary & Other Events.
CLICK HERE for quick access to the D7150 Calendar of other district club's events.
Jan thru Mar - Rotary Leadership Institutes - all via Zoom & fees are reimbursed to SRC members -Click Here for more information
26 W. Genesee St
Skaneateles, NY 13152 United States of America
We meet via Zoom due to COVID-19.
None members are invited to join our meetings by contacting
our President: David Lee (email link by clicking on his name)
listed under Club Executives & Directors (below - right column)
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At our Feb 4th virtual meeting, the Skaneateles Rotary Club inducted their newest member, Mike Tierney. Mike's is a patent Attorney and lives in Skaneateles with wife, Catherine. He learned of our club and its activities at our Pints for Polio event last Fall and has joined us in several virtual meetings in the past few months. 
Virtual Scavenger Hunt: 
DISTRICT 7150
"Super Saturday", but it will be held virtually. 
Incoming RI President, (RIPE) Shekhar Mehta, a member of the Rotary Club of Calcutta-Mahanagar, West Bengal, India, revealed the 2021-22 presidential theme, Serve to Change Lives, at this week’s virtual Rotary International Assembly. He urged district governors-elect to become more involved in service projects, saying that caring for and serving others is the best way to live because it changes not only other people’s lives, but also our own. 
Have fun with your fellow Rotarians and break up the monotony of a cold February in the middle of a pandemic. We could all use a night "out" !
Join us on February 22nd at 7:00PM for a virtual Multi-District Membership Monday seminar "Young People Speak - It’s Time to Stretch and Listen”. Hear from younger Rotarians and some who left. Find out about what they want and expect from their Rotary experience. This will be a discussion of the culture of Rotary clubs, presented as an opportunity to improve Rotary. Where can we improve? What do the panelists see and what can clubs do? 
The project should include Rotarian involvement. In the recent past our grants have helped provide dental equipment to an underserved area, Shelter Boxes, fund for YMCA/Community Center Scholarships, funds for ClearPath for Vets canine program, and construction of paths at Baltimore Woods. If you have an idea let Mary Giroux know (mfgiroux0614@gmail.com). And, there will be Grant Management training on February 27th
