November 4, 2021 at Noon on Zoom, President's Choice Meeting
November 11, 2021 at Noon at Harvest Hill: District Governor Michael Carrier
November 18, 2021 at Noon on Zoom, Club Business Meeting
November 25, 2021 No Meeting...Happy Thanksgiving
December 2, 202 at Noon on Zoom, President's Choice Meeting
December 9, 2021 at Noon at Harvest Hill, 100th Anniversary Committee Report - David Crandall and other members of the committee
December 16, 2021 (NOTE WEDNESDAY AT 5:30 PM) Quechee Inn at Marshland Farms Holiday Party and Famous Yankee Swap
December 22, 2021, at Noon at Harvest Hill, Program TBA
December 30, 2021, No Meeting our Holiday Seasons Break from Meetings
Important Reminder for In-Person Meetings:
If you have not attended our in person meetings at the Harvest Hill or the Woodlands, you will need to present your Vaccination Record Card at the door, proving that you are fully vaccinated.
Once again temperatures will be taken for all to assure that you don’t have a fever.
-A clear photograph of your Card, on paper or on your cell phone, will suffice.
-Cindy will have a list of members who attended the August 12 meeting to check off those who have already presented their vaccination card. If you aren’t on the list, you must present your verification of vaccination.
-Everyone attending the meeting will have their temperature taken.
Please plan to arrive between 11:45 and 12:00.
-If you feel unwell, in any way, please do not attend. COVID symptoms can be anything from: Runny nose is the most frequent symptom, with a sore throat and upper respiratory symptoms also common; nausea to headache to fever to loss of sense of smell.
Next Board Meeting
Our Next Rotary Club of Lebanon Board meeting will be November 9, 2021 at 5:30 PM on Zoom.
Some years ago, Lebanon-Riverside Rotary started a relationship with SPARK! Today, Sylvia will talk today about a multi-year project to provide housing for adults with special needs: Visions for Creative Housing Solutions.
Sylvia had two children with special needs. From their birth, she started working in special education. She began to think, “What will happen to our children if something happens to me and my husband? Where would they live? How would they maintain their friendships? How could they stay known and loved within their community?”
Sylvia grew up in Enfield at her parents Kluge Inn. With her brother, John, Sylvia ran the inn after her parents passed, but it was too tough with her working and caring for two children with special needs. Before she knew it, she had more and more persons with special needs living with her, so she thought: How could we make this into a non-profit? Sylvia showed a video explaining this transition. Click here to see video
Note the story about our program is in a new format. Click onRead more... above to read the full story.
Moorings
We gathered for a lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips, butternut squash soup, salad. and a variety of deserts. Our members were slow to arrive, so Hank invited everyone to get lunch while we waited for a few more to arrive. Marilyn Bedell filled in for Cindy Jerome, and checked our temperatures, asked if we felt well, and everyone's proof of Covid-19 vaccination was verified. Bruce Bergeron and Marilyn Bedell helped our speakers set up the LCD projector so they could show us a video and PowerPoint about Visions. There was a good hum in the room as everyone was chatting with people at their table.
Meeting Review
12:05 p.m. – President Hank Clarke brought the meeting to order.
Hank welcomed our speaker
Hank asked for the National Anthem, then thought better of it. Ernst wasn't here today, he reported that he would be in Duxbury, MA, so no songs were sung.
We recited the Pledge of Allegiance
We recited the Four Way Test together
Club Business and Announcements
Kilton Library Children's Collection Book
Following our speaker Hank Clarke presented this week's Kilton Library children's collection donation being made in honor of our speaker, Sylvia Dow. The book was:
Mother Jones and Her Army of Mill Childrenby Jonah Winter, illustrated by Nancy Carpenter.
A stunning picture book about Mary "Mother" Jones and the 100 children who marched from Philadelphia to New York in a fiery protest against child labor.
Here's the inspiring story of the woman who raised her voice and fist to protect kids' childhoods and futures-- and changed America forever. Mother Jones is MAD, and she wants you to be MAD TOO, and stand up for what's right! Told in first-person, New York Times bestelling author, Jonah Winter, and acclaimed illustrator, Nancy Carpenter, share the incredible story of Mother Jones, an Irish immigrant who was essential in the fight to create child labor laws. Well into her sixties, Mother Jones had finally had enough of children working long hours in dangerous factory jobs, and decided she was going to do something about it. The powerful protests she organized earned her the name "the most dangerous woman in America." And in the Children's Crusade of 1903, she lead one hundred boys and girls on a glorious march from Philadelphia right to the front door of President Theodore Roosevelt's Long Island home.
Open this beautiful and inspiring picture book to learn more about this feminist icon and how she inspired thousands to make change.
Special Presentation — Paul Harris Fellowship In Honor of Sylvia Dow.
Bruce Bergeron was delighted to present a special Paul Harris Fellowship to our speaker Sylvia Dow.
Bruce shared the following:
The Rotary Foundation distributes grants around the World and is funded by contributions from Rotarians. (It was announced today that the Foundation raised $139 million last year!) Bruce said that a significant donation of $1,000 makes the donor a “Paul Harris Fellow,” honoring Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris, and the club’s beginning in 1905.
The Lebanon Club recognizes one person each year who has substantially contributed to the Upper Valley’s quality of life by making them an honorary Paul Harris Fellow. This year, the club selected Sylvia Dow.
Sylvia Dow and Bruce Bergeon
SECOND SPECIAL PRESENTATION — Paul Harris +4
Ron Bedell on behalf of our Rotary Foundation Committee was delighted to be able to present a PHF+3 recognition pin to Ron Michaud for his contributions. Ron Michaud thinks we should use our money to honor folks who do good work but cannot afford the $1,000 gift to the Foundation from their own resources. One of his most memorable moments in Ghana was when they were able to present a Paul Harris Fellowship to a Rotarian who was doing so much to improve life in his community. He was able see first hand that Rotary does do good in the world.
Ron Michaud and Ron Bedell
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November is Foundation Month.
Ron reminded us that November is Rotary Foundation Month. He hopes that everyone in the club will consider making a donation in this month for giving thanks.
Community Block Party at Kilton Library
Hank Clarke reported that about 100 persons attended (including 8 members of our club) the block party in West Lebanon to hear plans for revitalization of the railyard in West Lebanon. At the event participants heard from a variety of city officials and Chet Clem who has done a tremendous amount of work envisioning what the West Lebanon of the future might look like. Many building that have been deteriorating over many years are being removed. There is now hope the railyard can be transformed into greenspace and recreational space along the river. We’ll have Chet Clem in December talk about his plans for West Lebanon. As a 40-year resident of West Lebanon, Hank said he is pleased to see West Lebanon “recognized as its own locale.” The goal is to begin working on projects in 2022.
Hank Clarke and Ron Bedell Listening to Chet Clem
Queen of Heart Card Draw and Car Wash Raffle
Jim Damren pulled the deuce of clubs; Angela won a free car wash
Happy Dollars, Announcements and Concerns
Tim Guaraldi put two grandsons to work over the weekend.
Marilyn Bedell reported that Marilyn Gasser is an in-patient at the cancer center after a severe urinary infection.
Angela Nelson’s firm A M Peisch & Company, LLP was recognized as #1 In the Valley News’s Reader Poll. Angela graciously pointed out that Service Credit Union and Jake’s Coffee Co. also were rated #1 in their categories.
Hank Clarke reported that the Brew Fest thank-you ad was published. All receivables have been received.
Will Koppenheffer announced that Friday November 5 is the Riverside Park Clean-up, 2-4 pm. Bring leaf-blower if you have one, other tools if not.
Bruce Bergeron reminded all that at 3 pm today, the live auction for gift cards will end.
[Later in the day, Bruce reported that the auction yielded $318.50!]
Angela Nelson reminded us that it is time for Listen Holiday Basket Helper: Listen Holiday basket again this year of Covid will be gift cards instead of purchasing actual wish list items. Lebanon Rotary gives $450; each family gets a clothing gift card and grocery gift cards depending on need, about $300 per family. Rotarians may make additional personal donations through Lebanon Rotary Charities. Send you check to PO Box 132, Lebanon, or hand the check to Angela.
Tim Guaraldi alerted us that muzzle-loader season starts Saturday: WEAR VISIBLE CLOTHING IF WALKING IN THE WOODS.
Bruce Bergeron reminded us of another service opportunity: Styrofoam collection: 9-11 AM Saturday, October 30, behind Jake’s Coffee shop; volunteers show up at 8:30. It will be raining, so dress appropriately.
100th Anniversary
Three projects are being reviewed by the 100th Anniversary Committee. Now that the Westboro Railyard is being cleared, there may be an opportunity for the club to be a part of the revitalization of this property.
Eight members of the club went to the West Lebanon Block Party to learn more about the plans the city is considering.
All Membership Survey from Rotary International
The 2021 all-member survey is coming in November
The 2021 Rotary All-Member Survey is your chance to tell us about your experience as a member — what you like, what you don’t, and how we can make your membership experience even better.
The survey is sent to all Rotary and Rotaract members for whom we have a current email address. To ensure that you receive it, sign in to My Rotary and update your email address by 1 November.
You’ll find the survey in your inbox in early November.
From, Rotary International
Members at our meeting on October 21, 2021
Bill Babineau
Bruce Bergeron
Marilyn Bedell
Ron Bedell
Hank Clarke
Jim Damren
Ed Friedman
Tim Guaraldi
Willy Koppenheffer
Ron Michaud
Angela Nelson
Bruce Pacht
Phil Rentz
Cal Wolfe
John Yacavone
Our Speaker, Sylvia Dow and Vision's Director of Development, Megan
Upcoming Service Projects and Fund Raisers
Park Clean-up — Riverside Park on the Glen Road
Friday November 5 is the Riverside Park Clean-up, 2-4 pm. Bring leaf-blower if you have one, other tools, rakes and gloves if not.
Listen Holiday Basket Helpers
Update from Angela Nelson (this was sent in a separate email too):
Hello everyone!
Crazy enough it is almost the holidays! Where HAS this year gone! Listen has started their holiday basket program again. Unfortunately due to the COVID variants, they are doing cash donations in order to purchase gift cards to clothing stores and grocery stores again. Not nearly as much fun as shopping for adorable clothes for everyone, but still fulfills the needs and purpose.
For new members who don't know about this program. Listen creates holiday baskets for applicants. Community members/organizations sponsor these families and usually receive wish lists of 5-6 clothing items with sizes and likes for each child (or senior) and then each family is given a $50 gift certificate to a grocery store. The community members/organizations then would normally shop for these clothing items. It usually costs about $100 per child. Last year and now this year the shopping part has been eliminated due to COVID, but the need is just as high, if not higher.
The club itself budgets $450 for this program, but usually we sponsor 6-7 families. Rotary members, as they wish, donation funds (or had chosen items to shop for) to the charities account and then one big check is written to Listen from the club. If or how much someone gives is completely up to the member and I am the only one who knows!!!! Since the funds are going to the charities account, any contribution made is considered a charitable donation for tax purposes. If you would like to donate there are a few ways. You can mail a check to PO Box 132, Lebanon, NH 03766 (just put a note in or email me saying it is for Listen) or you can bring a check or cash to a face to face meeting (I should be at the next couple face to face meetings, but if I am not you can give it to Tim (or whoever may be filling in for him) and I will get it). If either of these don't work, you can email me and we can work something else out.
If you have any questions please let me know. Thank you for your help with keeping kids and seniors warm and fed for the holidays!
Ang
Hold the following dates for 2022
Golf Tournament will be May 26, 2022
Brew Fest will be September 3, 2022
Rotary International News_________________________________________
How to bring in new members
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By Tom Gump, immediate past governor of District 5950 and a member and past president of the Rotary Club of Edina / Morningside, Minnesota, USA
Rotary’s recently launched Membership Society for New Member Sponsors has created a high level of enthusiasm for bringing new members into our organization and forming new and innovative Rotary and Rotaract clubs. How do you attract new members into your club? Or form a core of people interested in launching a new Rotary club? As someone who has brought in more than 50 new members (Membership Society Gold Level), I want to share a few thoughts.
Know why people join Rotary
A great starting point is to review the research we already have for why people join Rotary. Data from Rotary International’s last global survey shows that a majority of respondents said they joined Rotary or Rotaract for local community service and friendship. Respondents also listed personal growth, professional development, and professional connections as important reasons for joining. With this in mind, it’s good to make sure your club can provide these things, and that you advertise them to prospective members. You have to Ask! This might seem obvious. But you know what, if you don’t tell them about Rotary AND ask them to join, most people won’t. The survey showed that more than 85% of new members found out about their clubs because a Rotary member personally invited them. Don’t miss out on the opportunity. Ask your family members, friends, co-workers, neighbors, and other acquaintances to come to a meeting or event, and then follow up on any interest with an invite to join.
Why I love “Each One, Bring One!”
I find the “Each One, Bring One” initiative of Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta to be brilliant because it focuses on what we can do to grow Rotary now – attract new members. His initiative makes it clear that it’s not just the responsibility of a membership committee of a few people, but every member’s responsibility.
Rotary’s value proposition for individuals
As noted above, we need to be very clear with prospective members about what value we offer them, and then deliver on the promise. The survey results suggest we need to:
Provide a variety of service projects – both local and international;
Have engaging and fun social events;
Host professional development opportunities;
Offer leadership development opportunities, including our partnership with Toastmasters;
Connect seasoned veterans with younger professionals in mentoring relationships;
Provide networking opportunities beyond your club; and
Make our events easy to bring the entire family to.
Rotary’s value proposition for new clubs
Sometimes the best way to meet prospective members’ needs is to gather enough people with similar passions to form the core of a new club. The value proposition we can share with them is the ability to join others who share a similar passion to create lasting change. Why start a new nonprofit venture when you can take advantage of all of Rotary’s resources, it’s long track record of financial stewardship, and its expertise in planning sustainable service projects? The Rotary Foundation provides grant support. Action Groups and technical cadres provide technical support. Members of cause-based clubs can do far more than write a check.
Every member has what it takes to bring in other members. And now, there’s a place to be recognized for it. I look forward to seeing your name in the Membership Society for New Member Sponsors. If I can do it, you can too.
Learn more about the Membership Society for New Member Sponsors. This new program recognizes members who have expanded Rotary’s reach by sponsoring 25 or more new members.
Rotary International Convention in Houston Texas 2022
RI Convention June 4-8, 2022 in Houston TX
Ron again announce that the Rotary International Convention will be in Houston. Read more by clicking here Registration fee until 15 December will be $475.
We are now meeting every Thursday.
The First and Third Thursday at 12 Noon via Zoom
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The Second and Forth Thursday at Noon in the Dwinell Room at Harvest Hill or at the Woodlands on the Campus of Alice Peck Day Hospital.
For in person meetings we ask that you only come if you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19
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