DG Wendy’s monthly newsletter and update: August 2017
August has been truly Awesome! We here in District 7255 have been absolutely amazing. My DG visit’s started in Hampton Bays, my home club 28+ years ago. I was welcomed with open arms, and the warmth of fellow Rotarians who I have such respect for. The pleasure of old friends, and new alike, while installing another new member, was a breath of fresh air. They are celebrating their 45th year this year. The safety rings along the Shinnecock Inlet will surely be instrumental in life saving. Travelling to Bellport, quaint, historic, and charming, where I installed another new member. Their Beer and Cigar night is always a winner! They are 55 years old this year! Onward to Williston Park. A personnel favorite of mine, with the many Churches I have been fortunate enough to help through Auction for many years. From their Paella Party to their Golf Outing, they are celebrating their 60th year with a Gala on Sept. 12th. We hope all can join with us to congratulate them. Their work in the community has a proven track record, with the right mix of old and new. Interestingly, the J.F.K. Club shared with me, that they are the only Airport Rotary Club. Their 5K run, at the airport, on the tarmac has thousands of participants. Running on such a flat dry surface brings everyone out for that fundraiser. The intrigue of an Airport RC, is that there is no “town”. Yet, this close knit family of Rotary embraces one another daily like none I have seen before. Lindenhurst, my husband’s hometown. From their Snapper Derby, to the Oktoberfest, they are the quintessential Mom and Pop village. You cannot drive 1 block without someone you know waving hello. Gold Coast/Lake Success moved me with their inspiring interaction with the schools and with the kids. The pride of their Robotics and therapeutic work is phenomenal. Manny, a member of this club, just donated 3000 pieces of new clothing for Hurricane Harvey! Outstanding! Ahhh, Rockaway. I never realized just how pretty the Rockaway’s were until I drove over the same bridge 3 times. My Navigation system had no signal, so I had a self guided tour of the Rockaway’s. They are a club that partners with Sweet n Low, to do it’s own 5K Ocean Run/Walk, on the boardwalk, and who is celebrating 70 years of service to their community. Meeting the Historic Jackson Heights RC at Elmhurst Hospital, I learned of their plight with Honduran children having surgery in Columbia. Glen Head RC brought me laughter, fun and jokes. I brought them the President’s message, and I think they gained 3 new members who were guests. Super night, and they are 70 years in their community. The Riverhead RC, the largest in our District, is like a well-oiled machine. Their annual Flower Sale, just surpassed even their own dreams. Their Rotary Uncorked is favored by all, and they know how to do it right! Our own E-Club made a special exception to all meet in person. Thanks to Chris McBride, we walked through Clubrunner, and “broke bread” about all things Rotary. Manhasset, where “Gift of Life” started, has evolved with new visions involving the Veterans with a new Van, with Human Trafficking, and new members. The Stony Brook RC was my last visit for August, but certainly one of my most pleasurable. They have a “Baubles and Bubbles” pre-loved jewelry and handbag sale Oct. 14th, with a bake sale, raffles and more, that is amazing! I can sell, but this sale is quite the show! The Memorial Garden at the Stony Brook Harbor, is a testament for all clubs.
Our District Leadership Meeting on Aug. 5th, was very well attended, and certainly an eye opener. The Heroin and Opioid issues here in our District are stealing 2 people per day, and inching up to 3 of our youth per day. Detective of Community Affairs Pam Stark from Nassau County gave us a compelling overview of who, how, and why our children are getting addicted to this horrible drug, and what we can do to assist both the Police, and ourselves. First she taught us to recognize the addicted, and then what to do about the issue. Suffolk County Police Commissioner Tim Sini captivated us all with the riveting truth behind how this epidemic is heartbreakingly pilfering our family’s daily. He spoke of how we, as a collaborative effort can help one another with the new initiatives aimed at taking down drug dealers in our District. “If you see it, Say it” Our Chairperson Cheryl Goveia is working with Brooklyn, and Queens to bring all of us the ability to do something about this in our own communities.
Our banding together to fight issues like Heroin and Opioids, fosters the ideals of Rotary and all that we stand for.
The tragedy of Hurricane Harvey on August 25, 2017 has confirmed deaths of at least 51 people, and is expected to cost at least $70 BILLION to $190 BILLION to recover from. District 7255 has once again, stepped up, stepped in, and started gathering materials, collecting money, sending gift cards for both people and animals, and we are working with the Districts in the effected area’s to help in any way that we can. While we are not first responders, we will be there for the long haul. PDG Connie Gevinski will keep us abreast of what is needed, and when and where we can do what we do best, being Rotarians.
The pride of District 7255 has come across in the phone calls, the e-mails, the passion and the heartfelt desire to “Make a Difference” in our world at large. For this, I thank you all.
DG Wendy’s monthly newsletter and update: August 2017
August has been truly Awesome! We here in District 7255 have been absolutely amazing. My DG visit’s started in Hampton Bays, my home club 28+ years ago. I was welcomed with open arms, and the warmth of fellow Rotarians who I have such respect for. The pleasure of old friends, and new alike, while installing another new member, was a breath of fresh air. They are celebrating their 45th year this year. The safety rings along the Shinnecock Inlet will surely be instrumental in life saving. Travelling to Bellport, quaint, historic, and charming, where I installed another new member. Their Beer and Cigar night is always a winner! They are 55 years old this year! Onward to Williston Park. A personnel favorite of mine, with the many Churches I have been fortunate enough to help through Auction for many years. From their Paella Party to their Golf Outing, they are celebrating their 60th year with a Gala on Sept. 12th. We hope all can join with us to congratulate them. Their work in the community has a proven track record, with the right mix of old and new. Interestingly, the J.F.K. Club shared with me, that they are the only Airport Rotary Club. Their 5K run, at the airport, on the tarmac has thousands of participants. Running on such a flat dry surface brings everyone out for that fundraiser. The intrigue of an Airport RC, is that there is no “town”. Yet, this close knit family of Rotary embraces one another daily like none I have seen before. Lindenhurst, my husband’s hometown. From their Snapper Derby, to the Oktoberfest, they are the quintessential Mom and Pop village. You cannot drive 1 block without someone you know waving hello. Gold Coast/Lake Success moved me with their inspiring interaction with the schools and with the kids. The pride of their Robotics and therapeutic work is phenomenal. Manny, a member of this club, just donated 3000 pieces of new clothing for Hurricane Harvey! Outstanding! Ahhh, Rockaway. I never realized just how pretty the Rockaway’s were until I drove over the same bridge 3 times. My Navigation system had no signal, so I had a self guided tour of the Rockaway’s. They are a club that partners with Sweet n Low, to do it’s own 5K Ocean Run/Walk, on the boardwalk, and who is celebrating 70 years of service to their community. Meeting the Historic Jackson Heights RC at Elmhurst Hospital, I learned of their plight with Honduran children having surgery in Columbia. Glen Head RC brought me laughter, fun and jokes. I brought them the President’s message, and I think they gained 3 new members who were guests. Super night, and they are 70 years in their community. The Riverhead RC, the largest in our District, is like a well-oiled machine. Their annual Flower Sale, just surpassed even their own dreams. Their Rotary Uncorked is favored by all, and they know how to do it right! Our own E-Club made a special exception to all meet in person. Thanks to Chris McBride, we walked through Clubrunner, and “broke bread” about all things Rotary. Manhasset, where “Gift of Life” started, has evolved with new visions involving the Veterans with a new Van, with Human Trafficking, and new members. The Stony Brook RC was my last visit for August, but certainly one of my most pleasurable. They have a “Baubles and Bubbles” pre-loved jewelry and handbag sale Oct. 14th, with a bake sale, raffles and more, that is amazing! I can sell, but this sale is quite the show! The Memorial Garden at the Stony Brook Harbor, is a testament for all clubs.
Our District Leadership Meeting on Aug. 5th, was very well attended, and certainly an eye opener. The Heroin and Opioid issues here in our District are stealing 2 people per day, and inching up to 3 of our youth per day. Detective of Community Affairs Pam Stark from Nassau County gave us a compelling overview of who, how, and why our children are getting addicted to this horrible drug, and what we can do to assist both the Police, and ourselves. First she taught us to recognize the addicted, and then what to do about the issue. Suffolk County Police Commissioner Tim Sini captivated us all with the riveting truth behind how this epidemic is heartbreakingly pilfering our family’s daily. He spoke of how we, as a collaborative effort can help one another with the new initiatives aimed at taking down drug dealers in our District. “If you see it, Say it” Our Chairperson Cheryl Goveia is working with Brooklyn, and Queens to bring all of us the ability to do something about this in our own communities.
Our banding together to fight issues like Heroin and Opioids, fosters the ideals of Rotary and all that we stand for.
The tragedy of Hurricane Harvey on August 25, 2017 has confirmed deaths of at least 51 people, and is expected to cost at least $70 BILLION to $190 BILLION to recover from. District 7255 has once again, stepped up, stepped in, and started gathering materials, collecting money, sending gift cards for both people and animals, and we are working with the Districts in the effected area’s to help in any way that we can. While we are not first responders, we will be there for the long haul. PDG Connie Gevinski will keep us abreast of what is needed, and when and where we can do what we do best, being Rotarians.
The pride of District 7255 has come across in the phone calls, the e-mails, the passion and the heartfelt desire to “Make a Difference” in our world at large. For this, I thank you all.