Today, President Paul began our meeting with a moment of silence in memory of Robert Grable, beloved Principal of Mt. Sinai High School, who passed away suddenly last week.
Paul presented on behalf of our club a Certificate of Appreciation to Michael Philbrick, owner of the Port Jefferson Brewery, for serving as a sponsor of our Winter Golf Outing. Paul explained what effect the village business sponsors like him, who generously participated in this important fundraiser, had on village residents by enumerating how we spent much of the money raised to help (and also honor) local students, residents in need, service and civic organizations and deserving causes of all sorts.
Together with Membership Chair Michael Burghardt and club Past President Michael Sceiford, Paul presided over the Induction of our newest member, Rebecca (Becky) Kassay, owner of a Bed and Breakfast in the village. She is about to embark on her filming project focusing on unsung volunteers and volunteer groups (including Rotarians), as she travels up and down the east coast. The completed project is expected to be shared on Amazon Prime. Rebecca will also soon be traveling to China, sponsored by Model UN, as a sort of good will ambassador.
Debbie Kneidl, from Maryhaven Center of Hope, was another of our guest visitors today.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/REMINDERS: ***NEXT TUESDAY, on July 30th, we will NOT meet at noon, but, instead will gather for an EVENING MEETING at the home of Bob & Ami Huttemeyer, at 15 Temple Rd., Strong's Neck (East Setauket) - 5:30-7 PM- for a very special fellowship opportunity. In addition to again providing our members the opportunity to enjoy their hospitality and a splendid view of Port Jeff Harbor, we will be treated to a performance by the Harbormen Quartet. Friends and family members are welcome to join us. Please RSVP to Bob to let him know that you'll be attending.
*** CLUB DUES ARE NOW DUE!!!! ***
Kindly let Yvette know, at your earliest convenience, if you've made up any missed meetings. ***Today, the new pot stands at $20. It will continue to grow until we have a new winner. Will it be you? Ya gotta be in it to win it!*** ***HAVE YOU SOLD ALL OF YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS YET? BILL URGES YOU TO REDOUBLE YOUR SALES EFFORTS NOW, AS 950 TICKETS MUST BE SOLD BY THE END OF AUGUST.*** Paul reports that Sal is hard at work creating a comprehensive, up-to-date Member Email List. Sharon thanked Michael Burghardt, Membership Chair, for his excellent letter for new members. Nancy invites sailors and non-sailors alike to become crew members for a day aboard a competing sailing vessel during the JUNE 7th VILLAGE CUP REGATTA. Whether you have sailing experience or not (experience not required), for a donation of $25 YOU can participate in this Annual Port Jeff Yacht Club Foundation event, crewing for either the Village or Mather teams. Contact Nancy for application forms- or email Cindy Court in the Public Affairs Dept. (ccourt@matherhospital.org)- or call 631-476-2723 for additional information.Saranto is collecting canned/nonperishable food items for LI Cares. Donations of goods will be gratefully accepted. ***Sharon reminds us that our Past Presidents Dinner & the Raffle Draw will take place on September 19th at Savino's Hideaway. You must be a paid-up member to attend. Your membership dues includes your attendance plus that of a guest at this event. By now you should have received an invitation ( If not, kindly contact Sharon.) *** Please RSVP in a timely fashion!***Dennis announced that he has 5 players who will represent our club at the Southold Golf Tournament. Also, regarding RYLA, we have 3 local students who will attend the summer camp in Massachusetts. Expect a visit of the RYLA campers at one of our fall luncheon meetings, at which time they will report on their experiences. Paul remarked on the "superb, amazing" write-up by Dennis regarding the "Impact of Student Awards and Programs" sponsored by our club. Bravo, Dennis! Paul has compiled a list of Club Committees and their members. He passed it around at today's meeting and asked that we add or delete our names as desired. The official list will be revised as needed. REMINDER: ThePJ Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce-sponsored SUMMER CONCERT WEDNESDAYS, 6-8 PM is taking place at the CHAMBER TRAIN CAR PARK: on July 24th, "Ice Cream Night", featuring a BMX Stunt Show; on July 31st, "Veterans Night", featuring 1 Step Ahead; and on August 7th, " '80's Night", featuring the Ronald Reagans Big '80's Show. IT'S ALL FREE! BRING A CHAIR!Check out our Club Calendar for summer activities that you might want to join, for example: on 7/18-7/27: The Stony Brook International Film Festival; on 7/24-26: the Terryville Fire Dept. Annual Carnival Fundraiser; and from now until Labor Day: visit the Mather House Museum and Consignment Shop, open Wednesdays-Sundays, 2-4 PM.
RI's 2019-2020 theme: "Rotary Connects The World".
***Please check out our page on Face Book- and Like Us. ***Photos from our 2018 and 2019 Winter Golf Classics are posted there as are photos of the inductions of our newest members, presentations of honors to special club members, participants at our most recent Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck CleanUp, and other delights.
***The following is a list of donation "assignments" for members' once-a-month donations via the Club to the Open Cupboard: (*If you don't see your name on this list, select an item from it for your donation.)***NOTE: This list will be updated as needed:
Black Beans- Bob H., Pat (& brown rice), Yvette
Baby Wipes- Jim, Tom
Canned Fruit- Dennis
Cereal- Jennifer, Paul, Amanda
Oatmeal- Lisa, Sean
Soap- Kathy, Paul
Canned Chicken- Sharon, Michael B.
Jelly- Debbie, Michael
Shampoo- Saranto, Nancy
Conditioner- Nancy
Toilet Paper- Judi
Diapers- John Perkins
Apple Juice- Bill C.
***Check the list for your name and assigned item. (If you are not listed, you may donate any listed item. Corporate members are encouraged to donate individually. If you would like to be listed with a specific item, contact Debbie and specify your item of choice.)
***Bring contributions to Cafe Spiga on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, or give to another Club member who will be attending.
*** If you would like to be reimbursed, bring receipt(s) to the meeting.
...WARD CLARKE, whose birthday was celebrated on July 16th; JIM RHATIGAN, who was feted on his birthday - July 18th; KARL JANHSEN, who has a birthday on July 24th; BOB NEIDIG, who celebrated an anniversary on June 4th; BILL JAEGER, whose anniversary was July 18th; WAYNE SHATTES and JOAN ELLIOTT, who are celebrating 32 years of club membership this month, while YVETTE HOHLER & PAT SABO celebrate 17 years as PJ Rotarians!
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