NEWTON ROTARY
Minutes July 9, 2025
Meeting Opened: 12:15pm Closed: 1:20pm
Pledge: President Charles
Prayer: President Charles
Patriotic song: God Bless America Led by: John
Happy $$
John was happy for the five attendees.
Buz's daughter was safe in a camping program in Texas. They are anxious to keep in touch.
Charles was happy to have Lisa Carlson as our guest speaker. He also had an enjoyable 4th of July Barbecue with his family.
Carolyn attended a happy gathering of friends in memory of Bill Gray.
Lisa was glad to attend the meeting.
Announcements:
A memorial service for Cindy Allen, past Branchville Rotary President and Assistant Governor, will be held at 10:30, Friday, July 11, at Northern NJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Route 94, Sparta.
August 9th, The Hontz Family Band will be performing at the Sussex County Fairgrounds/The State Fair
March 7, 2026 Newton Saint Patrick's Day Parade
ALL are invited to participate.
Upcoming Fundraisers:
September 11, Dine to Donate at Newton Friendly's
September 13, Farm to Table at the Current Barn
ALL are invited to participate.
Upcoming Guest Speakers:
July 23, Mike Blake a Personal Trainer will discuss Nutrition and Fitness.
July 30, Mayor Helen LeFrois and Town Manager Tom Russo
Guest Speaker:
Lisa Carlson, retired educator and Lafayette Town Councilwoman, gave a very informative program on the Millennial Generation. The 26-41 year olds are described as seeking control and recognition, living without boundaries, having an ego driven mindset, using social media for everything or tech babies. The club engaged in discussion as to how to attract that generation. The overall conclusion was to increase our social media presence.
50/50 Winner:
Kathy Shankman won $4.00 and was gracious enough to allow the pot to grow.
Editor: Denise Current
