BOD Meeting: Thursday August 3rd at 5:00 at The Sherwood
Aug 10th : Thursday, is Happy Hour
Venue: American Legion
Time: 5:30 PM
Hosted by: Mary and Bill C
Schedule - for general Monthly meeting schedule - see notice below
For Zoom access - see notice below
Seafaring Members
July's Happy Hour at Craig's boathouse was a fun event! We greeted our seafaring members Ayham, Chad, Joe and Jay as they arrived by sail.
HELP WANTED!!!
Lots of effort goes into planning club meetings, happy hours and service projects and our chairs for each of these areas could use your help!
Speakers - If you have an idea for a meeting speaker please let Bill Conole, our long time program chair know. Bill's email isconolew@gmail.com.
Projects - Jay has kept us busy with monthly service projects. If you have a service project in mind please let Jay know atjstith@healthstrategyassoc.com.
Hosts - And, if you can host a Happy Hour at the Legion let Bill Buterbaugh know atwrbuterbaugh@gmail.com.
MEETING Jul 20, 2023 .... by Mary
The Beginnings: After enjoying a delicious meal and special dessert prepared by Brad our outgoing President Ed welcomed everyone including prospective member Vince Magnota. We recited the Pledge and Danny led us in song. A variety of members led us in the Four Way Test which has evolved into a Five Way Test. Ward announced that the new District Governor is looking for members interested in working at the District level. If you are interested contact Ward. Bill B thanked Ed and Ayham for their leadership this past year. Ed will be our Past President for this Rotary year and Ayham is our President Elect. Bill B recounted a year of change for the club: new meeting schedule, interesting programs, a service opportunity each month, a couple of really neat special events, and a number of new members. Ed then took the stage and thanked everyone for an "incredible year." Ed recognized Ward for all he has done for the club over many years. He also recognized Lori, Lee and Jay for their work on resurrecting the Youth Exchange Program, the Pancake Breakfast committee (Chuck O, Bill B, Robin and Mary) and each and every club member. Ed said that he is proud to be part of the club. Ayham then presented Ed with a plaque patenting the Five Way Test. "Will it be Fun" was institutionalized during the 2022-2023 year!
The Program: Changing of the Guard - Bill B and Ayham then inducted our new President, Doug Hill. Welcome to Doug and we are all looking forward to another Rotary Year.
We had 19 members attending last week's meeting!
MOW Service Project
Jay, Bill B, Mike and Marv all took part in July's service project, the Meals on Wheels Alley Cat event. Marv and Mike can be seen hard at work. Thanks Guys!!
Community Service Opportunity .. by Jay
Be on the look out for the August service project to be announced. "Service above Self!"
Happy Birthday!!
Timer Whittingham, Danny Roche and Dale Drake are all celebrating another trip around the sun in August! Be sure to wish them aHappy Birthday.
2023-24 Presidential Initiatives .. from RI
Rotary International President R. Gordon R. McInally is passionate about mental health and helping remove the stigma that sometimes prevents people from getting quality care. During this year, Gordon will focus on three initiatives that Create Hope in the World: prioritizing mental health, building peace through virtual exchanges, and empowering girls.
Prioritizing Mental Health. Rotary has long been involved in mental health and wellness initiatives. Our culture of Service Above Self builds community and promotes acts of kindness, two proven methods to build and maintain mental wellness. Gordon is asking clubs and districts to expand on our culture of care by erasing the stigma associated with emotional well-being, raising awareness of mental health needs, and improving access to quality preventive care and interventions. He also encourages members to work with theRotary Action Group on Mental Health Initiatives, a global community with expertise in helping people improve their mental health. Other action groups specialize in related topics, such as addiction prevention. Watch a message from Gordon about prioritizing mental health.
Peacebuilding Through Virtual Exchanges. Rotary has a long history of working for peace through personal connections. Inspired by what we’ve learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gordon is encouraging districts to incorporate virtual components into more programs, events, and activities — especially Rotary Youth Exchanges and Rotary Friendship Exchanges. This will give people new ways to experience other cultures, make participation more accessible, and build understanding.
Empowering Girls. Gordon is continuing this initiative that focuses on elevating the voices and unlocking the power of girls and women around the world. He is encouraging members to keep finding ways to improve girls’ health, well-being, education, economic security, and self-determination. Empowered girls become empowered women who can change the world.
CLICK HEREto access and read the latest edition of the District 7150 newsletter, and discover all the many Rotary virtual events and happenings taking place within our CNY Rotary clubs and in the world of Rotary. Newly formatted & look, chuck full of District and Club information .... and more.
ZOOM..ZOOM....ZOOM!!!
Dave Lee has graciously volunteered to set up equipment so that winter club meetings can be attended by our snowbird members. Meeting format will continue to be dinner first and then the speaker at about 7:15. Club members who would like to attend by Zoom must RSVP to Dave Lee by the Monday evening just prior to the meeting. Zoom will only be set up if RSVPs have been received. Dave's contact info is: Dave@dleeco.com or 315-345-8418. The Zoom link for the meeting will always be: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89163463617?pwd=aEYvVTZ6ZXlCcG1vNklyeUxMR1NFdz09.
Meeting Schedule!!
First Thursday - Dinner meeting with speaker. Meeting starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:00
Second Thursday - Optional attendance at Happy hour from 5:30 to 6:30.
Third Thursday - Dinner meeting with speaker. Meeting starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:00
Fourth Thursday - No meeting
Fifth Thursday (when applicable) - Dinner meeting with speaker. Meeting starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:00
With fewer meetings attendance is more important than ever!
SKANEATELES ROTARY CLUB'S
Upcoming Speakers & Events
See SPEAKERS below orCLICK HEREor on the Speaker's tab on our website's Home Page. Please contact Bill Conole atconolew@gmail.comor 315-857-1260 if you have any suggestions and/or input for a potential club program.
News Wanted !!!
This is a club newsletter. If you have something newsworthy to share with club members please feel free to email it to Mary G. at mfgiroux0614@gmail.com. The newsletter is published after each meeting.
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The Program
Timer Whittingham, Danny Roche and Dale Drake are all celebrating another trip around the sun in August! Be sure to wish them a
Rotary International President R. Gordon R. McInally is passionate about mental health and helping remove the stigma that sometimes prevents people from getting quality care. During this year, Gordon will focus on three initiatives that Create Hope in the World: prioritizing mental health, building peace through virtual exchanges, and empowering girls.
first and then the speaker at about 7:15. Club members who would like to attend by Zoom must RSVP to Dave Lee by the Monday evening just prior to the meeting. Zoom will only be set up if RSVPs have been received. Dave's contact info is: 
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
