Newton Rotary Club

Minutes

11-2-2022

 

The meeting was brought to order at 12:15 by President-elect Carl Lazzarro.

Carl led us in the pledge of allegiance,

Barbara Miller led us in prayer.

Wayne McCabe sort of led the group in sing God Bless America. (I really think it was Barbara Miller that kicked it off!)

Wayne McCabe welcomed our members and guests.

 

Guests      Our guests today were Maryann Sieko and her daughter Dawn from the Walkill club and past Assistant Governor, Jeff Lukowski from Market Street Mission, and Rachel Geiger-Campbell from Family Promise.

 

Happy Dollars         Buz Twas happy that Maryann and her daughter were there

Laura C was happy she had been in touch with Dennis Reilly and shared some news.

John C was happy he was going to visit his sister.

Frank E kicked in a buck to tell us Dean Boyd has moved to Virginia.

 

Presidents Announcements   There will be a Past Presidents meeting on 11-9-22 immediately following our regular meeting.

Please remember to donate to Polio Plus via the blue jars on the tables.

We had our last food booth event and will be winterizing the booth.

Carolyn updated us on the situation in Sri-Lanka and our Sister Club and their efforts to build a local hospital.

 

Club Donations        Our Rotary club made donations of $500.00 each to Market Street Mission and Family Promise. Benny’s Bodega will receive the same when Ben Davey is able to be present.

 

Bob Shankman introduced his long-time friend Dr Arnold Saslow. Arnold is the proprietor and owner of Ye Olde Curiositie Shoppe located in South Orange, NJ. Orinally trained as an epidemiologist, he decided to change careers and dive into the field of antiquities. Dr Saslow discussed some of his different experiences buying and selling a large variety of collectibles. He offers free appraisals. Below is copy of his handout which outlines his presentation.

 

Bud Luthman will be our speaker next for Veterans Day.