October 10,2018
SAIL AWAY
Happy Belated Columbus Day!
Nina, Pinta, Santa Maria – on which ship did Columbus sail?
Who is Amerigo Vespucci?
This Week, Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Please help Newton Rotary help those in need!
This week's items: body wash, soap, or deodorant
Program for October 17: Happy Dollars, Club information and spirited socialization form the prologue for our feature presenter – Carla Andersen whose topic is Producing Local Maple Syrup. (It's pancakes and waffles for breakfast on Thursday.)
Last Week, Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Pres. Bill opened the meeting and Rev. Todd offered this day's prayer. Steve Wescott harmonized the opening bars of God Bless America. The chorus joined in on one of its better mellifluous, musical moments – a reflection on the days of yore when each meeting featured a few songs from The Rotary Songbook. Yes, there really is a Rotary Songbook. Some may even remember the favorite, “R-O-T-A-R-Y THAT SPELLS ROTARY.”
Carolyn introduced Gary Chiusano, Sussex County Surrogate as our featured presenter on this date. Gary began his remarks via the introduction of paraprosdokian replete with a definition and examples. He then shared a historical perspective of the Surrogate in New Jersey and highlighted the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position. Gary also shared examples of some rather “different” wills. Additionally, Gary explained the rules of the state of New Jersey if no will exists. Emphasis was made of not only the importance of a will but also the need to periodically review one's will.
Guests
Joining us on this date was Maryann Taylor guest of Bob Shankman (who donned a Boston Strong shirt in recognition of a certain baseball team who eliminated another certain team from the playoffs).
Announcements/Events
- Alden Welch was recognized for 50 years of Newton Rotary membership.
- Rev. Todd announced that the planting of the maple tree donated by Newton Rotary will take place at noon on October 13 at Memory Park.
- The memorial service for PDG Karin Ziegler is scheduled for October 14, St. Peter's Church in Morristown.
- If anyone is interested in attending the Polio Plus gala, please see Pres. Bill for details.
- The District Governor will be at the George Inn on November 13. If interested in attending, please see Pres. Bill.
- Reminder: Packing the bags for those in need is slated for November 19 at Denise Current's.
Happy Dollars
“Ode to Joy(s)” were shared this day by:
- Jim Taylor (five big ones) for the free tickets to the circus and the great time the children experienced at the circus.
- John Cuozzo for his ancestry research. John noted he is Jewish and Chinese!
- George Kaiser for his very soon return to Florida and not being in the path of Michael.
- Alden Welch for not being introduced as a guest and for his return to Rotary after absences due to medical appointments for Dody on Wednesdays.
50/50
The weekly pot must be on a serious diet as it grows slimmer and slimmer! Seven dollars were won by John Cuozzo. The reward for the Ace of Spades grows larger though ($107).
