March 4, 2021

Newark RISE

Newark Rotary Club Bulletin

WELCOME VISITORS

Donna Johnson welcomed Jim Love from the Red Cross who is today’s speaker.  Cindy Timerson visited again, looking to become a member soon.
 
WELLNESS REPORT

Gary Reilly reported that Mike DeJohn is not doing well.  He is in the Clifton Springs Nursing Home on the 2nd floor of the Clifton Hospital.  Bob Bendix had his second cataract surgery.  Jean Bendix had a procedure of dye in her spine to decide if surgery is needed.  Thank you to all who contributed a total of $275 to Laurel House in memory of Susie’s daughter Kay Golding.
 
TERRIFIC TAX TIP - DOUG FORGUE

OK - here’s the short version -
EMPLOYERS have the option to defer the employee portion of Social Security tax from September 1, 2020 through December 31,2020 for employees who earn less than $4,000 per bi=weekly pay period.
EMPLOYEES social security tax deferred in 2020 should be reported in box 4 on form W-2C.
WHEN IN DOUBT CALL DOUG!!
 
VERY BAD DAD JOKES
COMPLIMENTS OF GARY’S FRIEND IN AUSTRALIA
 
When little Johnny was at the Pediatrician he whispered to the Dr what he was allergic to.  When Johnny’s Mother picked up his RX the instructions read:
Do not take with BROCCOLI!
 
My son was chewing electricals so I had to ground him.
He is currently doing better and conducting himself properly.
 
A married man’s confession - I always read my wife’s horoscope to see what kind of day I’m going to have.
 
FROM KEVIN MOONEY

Where did Captain Hook get his hook?  At a second hand store!
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS

Dave Hannan, via Zoom, showed us his lovely long ponytail - he’s seeing the Barber in the Spring.

President Donna had all in-person Rotarians sign the Covid liability waiver.

April 24th is the day for the canal clean-up.  All volunteers should meet at the locks at Clinton Ave.

Jan Hence reported that the Chicken & Biscuit dinner raised about $1,600 selling 300 meals.
Special thanks to Jeff Patchen, Karen Q.  Mitch Ruffalo, MaryJo Fenyn, Russ Harris, Sue Colacino and Richard VanLaeken for donating their tickets.  Thanks to Jean Bendix for her special selling techniques on line and to Peter Blandino showing up unexpectedly.

Fred Hicks announced that Ryan Kreuser has an idea for a fundraiser for the Rotary foundation. Ryan runs and we sponsor him.  Join us on March 4th when Ryan joins us to explain.
 
HAPPY MOMENTS

Cindy Timerson was happy to report that she has had her 2 Covid shots !!!
 
SPEAKER - JIM LOVE

Karen Dean introduced our speaker, Jim Love who joined us on Zoom.  Jim has been with the Red Cross for 26 years - 10 years as Executive Director in Newark.  After the 2014 realignment, Wayne county is under the umbrella of Greater Rochester again.
The Red Cross provides humanitarian aid as well as military support.  Blood drives are a large part of Red Cross duties.  Jim fondly remembered our own Bob Goodman and his support of Wayne county blood drives.  Under military support, Jim had a special thank you to Frank All and Karen Dean for their participation in reconnection brunches.
Lucina reminded us of the April 20th blood drive in honor of Bob Goodman at the American Legion.
Donna Johnson remembers being in Haiti during Storm Gordon.  So thankful for the Red Cross finding them and distributing fleece blankets.
 
Our next meeting will be on March 4th.  This is an open meeting where we hear from all the Committee Chairs.
 
A PERSONAL SHOUT OUT TO HANNELORA !  We talked through our masks in Wegmans and she said she loves reading my newsletter since she can’t come to in-person meetings. She is my favorite Rotarian of the week!!

And more covid Humor

(Hopefully the last one!)
 

Please Thank Our Newark Rotary Business Premier Sponsors

Welcome to Newark Rotary!
Newark Rotary Club
Thursdays at 12:05 PM
Alex Eligh Community Center
303 East Ave
Newark, NY 14513
United States of America
We currently meet at the Alex Eligh Community Center. Masks are required to attend the meeting. Box lunches will be provided after the meeting and are available to those who reserve the lunches prior to the meeting.
Two weeks ago, Michele McManus made bee cupcakes for our Spelling Bee Unscramble.
Trudy was recently appointed by the board of directors to fulfill Adam Casper's remaining term. Congratulations Trudy!
Chicken and Biscuits Fundraiser Feb 2021
 
Newark Rotary held another Chicken and Biscuits fundraiser. Big shout-out to Mary Fitch of Nana's who prepared the meals at cost for the club. 
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Bell Ringing 2020
Newark Rotarians continued their annual tradition of ringing the bell for the Salvation Army.
 
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Habitat for Humanity
 
Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County shared a video of a home build at Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES. 
 
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Upcoming Events
Community Service Meeting
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 02, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Rotary Meeting
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 04, 2021
12:05 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Membership Meeting
Zoom Meeting
Mar 09, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Meeting
Zoom Meeting
Mar 09, 2021
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
 
Rotary Meeting
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 11, 2021
12:05 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Public Image Committee
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 11, 2021
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
 
Rotary Board Meeting
Zoom Meeting
Mar 16, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Rotary Meeting
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 18, 2021
12:05 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Fundraising Meeting
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 23, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Rotary Meeting
Alex Eligh Community Center
Mar 25, 2021
12:05 PM - 1:00 PM
 
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Please Thank Our Newark Rotary Premier Sponsors

The Eric and Donna Johnson Family, Williamson, NY
 
Paul and Jean Salisbury
 
Mike and Sue Muscolino
 
In Memory of  Adrian "Ed" Fenyn
 
Frank and Judy All
 
Karen Vanderbrook
& John Zornow
 
Doug Doebler
 
Josh McCrossen
 
Pat Albrecht & Karen Quartaro
 
In Memory of Former Newark Rotarian Ron Colacino
 
Alicia Vazquez
 
The Generous 7
 
David Christler in Memory of Helen Blandino
Patti and Peter Dohr
 
In Memory of My Best Friend Helen Blandino
 
Steve and Lucina Hallagan
 
Matt Cook
 
Melissa and Andrew Correia
 
Fred and Trudy Hicks
 
Brian Manktelow
 
Bob and Jean Bendix
 
Linda and Kurt Werts
 
Charles Hallagan
 
Ken and June Crawford
 
Susie Earl
 
Marge Gile
 
Frank Russell
Russell Hampton
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