NEWTON ROTARY
President Charles called the meeting to order at 12:24pm
Pledge: Charles
Prayer: Mark Hontz
Song: Mark
Guests: John Hauck, Brenda Aldi, and Dawn Costello
Guest Speaker: John Deeb
Happy Dollars:
Bud Luthman had an OOPS dollar. He didn't know that Erica and Jennifer were new members. He asked for their names so he could introduce them as guests.
Denise was very happy that the Township Journal had the picture and article about our donations. John Frank was kind enough to write the article.
Mark' second son has joined the law firm. He also challenged everyone to debate his statement that Newton High School's class of 1985 was the greatest.
Nancy Morrisey was happy to work with lawyers and to have Mark attend and drive her to the meeting.
Bud had his 65th class reunion. Out of a class of 250, 100 are still living.
John Hauck and Brenda Aldi attended the Mecum Auto Auction which collects money for curing kids cancer. John and Brenda did not buy the Big ticket car that they admired.
Barbara Miller was pleased to see so many folks in attendance.
Charles seconded Barbara.
Guest Speaker: John Deeb Newton High School Principal
John shared with the group the many different changes, improvements and goals of the school.
Announcements: August 5th meeting CANCELED
Enjoy the fair!
August 8th the Hontz Family Band will be playing at the fair. They will have three concerts at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, and 6:00pm by the BBQ pit.
Upcoming Fundraisers: 58th Annual Golf Outing September 9, 2026 Farm to Table 4 Course Wine Dinner September 26, 2026 Pancake Breakfast December 5, 2026
Upcoming Events: None
50/50: Mark Koch won $13.00. He donated it back to the club. The pot grows.
Meeting Adjourned: 1:15pm
Editor: Denise Hotz
