>May 15, 2025: BOD meeting at The Sherwood at 5:00
>May 22, 2025: Take the week off. No meeting.
General Schedule - for meetings - see notices below
The Barrow Gallery.....a Community Treasure!by Mary Giroux
We were treated to a tour of The Barrow Gallery led by Amy Rolleri, president of The Barrow Gallery Board. Amy began by telling the story of John Barrow and his bequest of the building that houses the library and the gallery to the Village of Skaneateles. The Barrow Gallery is unique in that is the only gallery in the world devoted to the works of a single artist. that represents the span of his entire career and was designed and built by the artist himself. Barrow left all of his paintings, numbering in excess of four hundred, with instructions that only his paintings be exhibited in the gallery.The subjects of Barrow's paintings are primarily lake scenes, vistas and pastures, and portraits. Barrow also penned poetry. Amy then led us around the gallery explaining how paintings are exhibited by season. She also showed us the "before and after" of paintings that have undergone restoration. Thanks to Amy for a great tour!
Last Meeting:May 15, 2025
THE BEGINNING: We were treated to a tour of The Barrow Gallery. See article above. Upon meeting back at The Sherwood Andy led us in the Pledge and welcomed our guests: Amy Rolleri and Ali Perry from The Barrow, Beth O'Sullivan (John's lovely spouse), Gary Girzadis (awaiting induction) and Mike DiGeorge, friend of Corey's.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
>Pancake Breakfast Tickets: John Moran passed a signup sheet for selling tickets at Tops. If you would like to reserve a spot call or email John at: 315-256-5163 or john.moran46@aol.com
>Next Week: NO MEETING
>Happy Hour: Thanks to Lori Ruhlman for hosting last week. Special guests were visitors from Thailand, the mother and sister of our former exchange student, Bam Bam.
THE PROGRAM:
>Skaneateles Rotary Foundation Report: Larry and Jay presented the annual report of our club's foundation. Income has grown significantly over the past few years. A contributing factor is the annual Duck Dash proceeds. Pancake Breakfast profits have also increased. Expenses are primarily Worthy Cause donations, scholarship expenses, and exchange student expenses. Larry asked us to consider the future direction of the foundation and how resources might be best used to make a meaningful and long-lasting impact. Andy pointed out that our club's 100th anniversary will be in 2027 and suggested that we consider a service project that will leave a lasting mark on our community.
>The Barrow Gallery: Ali Perry, Executive Director of The Barrow Gallery, presented an update on where the Gallery has been and plans for the future. The Gallery has changed its approach over the last few years introducing new fund-raising initiatives, expanding its volunteer base, making significant improvements to the Gallery's displays, and engaging with the community. Paintings have also been restored. Plans for expansion are in the works and will come to fruition when the library moves to its new location on Fennell Street. Then Gallery will now be open seven days a week from noon until 4 o'clock. In addition, walking tours will be held each Friday afternoon at 1:00 and 3:00. The Barrow Gallery is a precious gem in our community. Thanks to Ali for a great presentation!
THE ENDING: Amy Rolleri, fellow Rotarian from the Sunrise Club, led us in the (Four + one) Five Way Test!
Board of Directors Mtg Brief ... by Mary Giroux
Your Board of Directors met on May 15, 2025. The following is a brief of the discussions and actions taken:
Attendees: Andy Stevens, Vince Magnotta, Jay Stith, Mary Giroux, Bill Buterbaugh, Bradley Wilson
Andy Stevens opened the meeting.
Minutes: Minutes of the previous meeting were approved.
Financials: Jay reviewed the Foundation financials. We are in good shape. The Skaneateles Rotary Foundation report to club members will be presented at the May 15, 2025 club meeting.
Worthy Causes: The following worth causes were approved:
Skaneateles Lake Association
Moravia club’s multi club district grant to treat hemlocks on Owasco Lake for the hemlock woolly adelgid
Syracuse Rescue Mission
Creamery
New Member Update: Amy Ryan was inducted at our last meeting. Applications for Jeff LaMarca and Gary Girzadas were approved by the Board. The new member proposal notice will be sent to Club members.
Youth Exchange Update: One host family is still needed for our incoming student. Clara, a 16-year-old from Denmark will be our new student. Jay is working on school enrollment and other requirements. Lene will be giving her report on June 12th. Jay stated that additional club members are needed for the Youth Exchange Committee.
By Laws Update: Jay advised that our By Laws were reviewed and are in good shape. An amendment to the By Laws adding a provision for the Board to vote by email was proposed and approved. It will be presented to general membership for approval.
Pancake Breakfast: Mary reported that plans are well under way.
Next meeting: July 17, 2025 at The Sherwood at 5:00.
Pancake Breakfast Alert!!!!
Save the date! June 15th is our Pancake Breakfast and it is quickly approaching. Setup occurs on June 13th & 14th. And as a reminder the breakfast is an All Hands on Deck event.
New Facebook Page for CNY Rotary!
President Lizzy Martin sent a message saying the main CNY Rotary Facebook page was shut down by Facebook so everything has been moved to a new group called CNY Rotary News Network. Please check out the new facebook page! This is where everything from the news network, leadership team, and events are shared.
New Facebook Page!!!
The Club has brand new Facebook + Instagram pages. You can Google Skaneateles Rotary Facebook to find it. Be sure to check it out, like it and share it with your friends!
Birthdays & Rotary Anniversaries!
Checkout the Birthday & Rotary Anniversary listing in the left column of this newsletter. Be sure to wish the members a "Happy Birthday" and congratulations on their years of Rotary Service.
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.
General SRC 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
26 W. Genesee St
Skaneateles, NY 13152 United States of America
Regular meetings are on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays at the Sherwood Inn or American Legion.
Happy Hour is held at the Skaneateles American Legion on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 5PM.
Check the website for exact locations and times.
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