ROTARY NOTES. Rotary. June 1, Weekly News and Announcements. Upcoming Speakers. Member Assignments. Club of Warren

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1 ROTARY NOTES A publication of the Club of Warren, Ohio Club of Warren Upcoming Speakers June 1 Pastor Todd Johnson Warren Citywide Choir June 8 Mike Raulin Seoul RI International Convention (Tentative) June 15 TBA June 22 TBA June 29 Presidents Night at the National Packard Museum 6:00 p.m. No Lunch Meeting June 1, 2016 Member Assignments Greeters Please Arrive by 11:50 a.m. 6/8 VOLUNTEER NEEDED 6/15 Pat Miller 6/22 VOLUNTEER NEEDED 6/29 Presidents Night No Lunch Meeting Mobile Meals 6/10 Pat Miller and Jerry Donohoe 6/17 Dan Rowland and Cleo Royster 6/24 Genevieve Bauman and Dan DelliQuadri Fellowship June Nick Verina July Dave Smith Invocation 6/8 Diane Sauer 6/15 Dave Jenkins 6/22 Andy Bednar 6/29 Denise May Presidents Night Weekly News and Announcements Hello Rotarians and Friends! We had a really great turnout at this week s meeting maybe it was because everyone was feeling refreshed after a three-day weekend or maybe it was because Nick Verina was handling Fellowship this

2 Motto Above Self 4-Way Test Of the things we think, say or do: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendship? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Avenues of Club Vocational Community International Youth month. Whatever the reason, it was wonderful to see so many people in the audience. Fellowship was magical as you would expect with Nick performing a trick with the assistance of Chris Shape, Julia Wetstein, Dave Jenkins and Barry Dunaway. While they all did great, I wouldn t advise any of them to give up their day jobs. Can t wait to see what Nick has in store for us next week. Our guests this week were Deb Burn and Dominic Marwari who have applied for membership; Terry Louk from MDVEC; Mack and Zach Zitney from Jerky XP; and Bell Scholarship recipients Emma Mitchell and Richard Pasco. Rotarians with Makeups: One Makeup: Campolito, Shape, Matheson, Levy, Brown, Oblinger, Iannucci, Pal, Straniak, Royster, Collins, Bednar and Verina. Two Makeups: Bollas. Three Makeups: Wetstein. Presidents Night Reservation and Sponsorship Forms for Presidents Night were distributed today. Please consider sponsoring this year s event and definitely make plans to attend the celebration. Presidents Night will be held the evening of Wednesday, June 29, at the National Packard Museum. Doors open at 6:0-0 p.m. and dinner is at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Please turn in your reservations to Cheryl Oblinger no later than June 22 along with your payment. Please remember that we will NOT have our regular weekly meeting that day. Presidents Night WILL BE OUT MEETING. Membership Dues for July to December Invoices have been mailed to all members for their semi-annual dues covering the period July 1 through December 31. In order to remain a member in good standing, you must pay no later than June 30. See Cheryl if you have any questions or concerns about meeting this deadline. Quaker Steak & Lube Bike Night Chris Shape reported that a good time was had by all at the first Bike Night fund raiser at QS&L on Elm Road on May 27 th. Not surprisingly, they ran out of beer! He also said that we should net $390 on beer sales and another $125 from the 50/50 Raffle. The funds will go to our Foundation to help replace Rose Sale revenues. The next event is on June 17 th.see Chris if you can help out that evening. Second Annual Warren Streetscape The Second Annual Streetscape in Warren will be held on June 16 th and again on September 17 (before the Warren Homecoming). More information will be shared soon. Rotarians are urged to get involved. Every Rotarian, Every Year - The Annual Fund is the primary source of funding for the programs of The Foundation. In order for us to continue doing so much good in the world, it is necessary for Every Rotarian to participate in the program and to support our Foundation Every Year. We ask that all Warren Rotarians give annually to the Every Rotarian, Every Year Campaign. Donations can be made in one lump sum of $100, $10 per month (September through June), or $50 two times a year added on to your dues payment. Checks, cash and credit cards are accepted. Those wanting to be a part of doing good in the

3 Code of Conduct As a Rotarian, I will: Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my personal and professional life. Deal fairly with others and treat them and their occupations with respect. Use my professional skills through to mentor young people, help those with special needs, and improve people s quality of life in my community and the world. Avoid behavior that reflects adversely on or other Rotarians. world, should see Dallas Woodall or Cheryl Oblinger for more information. The deadline for making EREY contributions and having them recorded in this year is June 15 th. Bill Beineke Inducted We were delighted to induct Bill Beineke into Warren today. Bill has been involved with a number of non-profit organizations over the years including the Liberty Board of Education, United Way of Trumbull County, American Red Cross, March of Dimes, YWCA, Goodwill, and Trumbull Family Fitness just to name a few. For many years, he served as the General Manager of Operations at RG Steel and its predecessors. Bill and his wife, Barbara, live in Warren. We are truly honored to have him become a Warren Rotarian and look forward to working with him. Welcome Bill! Proposed Officers and Board Members Given below is the proposed slate of officers and board members for both the Club and Foundation. The membership is asked to review this list and come to the June 8 meeting prepared to vote on their nominations. Club Board Officers (July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017) President Julia Wetstein President Elect Andy Bednar Vice President Roxy Vaughn Secretary-Treasurer Cheryl Oblinger Past President Mike Bollas Members Paul Pal Cleo Royster Tony Iannucci Nick Verina Kim Straniak Teri Surin Venita Collins

4 Foundation Board Areas of Focus Promoting peace Fighting disease Providing clean water Saving mothers and children Supporting education Growing local economies Club Officers President Mike Bollas President Elect Julia Wetstein Vice President Andy Bednar Secretary- Treasurer Cheryl Oblinger Past President Rob Berk Board Members Venita Collins Tony Iannucci Cleo Royster Paul Pal Roxy Vaughn Kim Straniak Nick Verina President - Chris Shape Vice President - George Thompson Secretary-Treasurer - Cheryl Oblinger Julia Wetstein Roxy Vaughn Diane Sauer Cindy Matheson Warren Citywide Youth Choir We were absolutely delighted to welcome Pastor Todd Johnson and the Warren Citywide Youth Choir to our meeting today. The Choir was formed in 2011 and has involved over 250 youth and young adults from the City of Warren and surrounding areas in performing at high profile events. The organization s vision is to unite local youth and young adults in positive artistic expression, provide opportunities to develop and display their musical talents, and build an appreciation for the arts. Each year, scholarships are presented to high school seniors who participate in the choir. Since 2012, scholarships totaling over $20,000 have been awarded. The Choir presents several concerts annually as their primary scholarship fundraisers. In addition, the Choir has performed alongside several Awardwinning and world renowned Gospel artists including Israel Houghton, Tye Tribbett, and Deitrick Haddon. The 2016 Concert Series will include a Summer Kickoff in June, their 6 th Annual Summer Concert at the Amphitheater in July, and a Tribute Concert honoring a local musical hero in September. The Choirs activities are entirely funded by donations from citizens, churches, businesses, and other organizations. The Choir operates under Agape Assembly Church at 426 Nevada Avenue SW, a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax deductible. We thoroughly enjoyed the Choir s performance and thank Pastor Johnson and all his students for joining us today. They are welcome to come back anytime!!! Triple Jackpot The Grand Jackpot This Week - $342 This Week s Winner Patti Augustine and Friends

5 Happy Bucks Club Foundation Board President Chris Stephenson Vice President George Thompson Secretary- Treasurer Cheryl Oblinger Mike Bollas Andy Bednar Diane Sauer Chris Shape Ken LaPolla President Mike called him out for a prominent picture in the paper. He and his son were both honored recently by the Boy Scouts. Julia Wetstein For the Choir and Pastor Johnson. Patti Augustine For winning the daily again! Rob Berk For Mack and Zach stopping by today, for Bill Beineke joining the club. Chris Shape For Bill Beineke becoming a Warren Rotarian, for Emma and Richard joining us today, and for the fabulous Choir. Bob Hoy For Bill Beineke. Venita Collins For her granddaughter who was born on Tuesday, for the Choir, and for Bill Beineke. Andy Bednar For both his daughter and son graduating college.what do you do next?...go to Disney, of course!!! Bob Faulkner For our scholarship recipients, for Pastor Johnson and the Choir. Mack and Zach For their e commerce store getting up and running, for the weather. Contact us Club of Warren P. O. Box 68 Warren, OH Our Website warrenrotary.org If you have suggestions or comments regarding our newsletter, or would like to become a sponsor, please contact Cheryl Oblinger.