We welcomed Kerry Artman, the Executive Director to the Carter Community Building Association (CCBA).
Kerry Artman
From Kerry's LinkedIn page
Kerry has a dynamic background shaped by her experience in both the professional and athletic worlds. She was born and raised in Hanover. She attended Smith College and the London School of Economics, which laid the foundation for her early career. After spending 16 years in Seattle and San Francisco, she returned to Hanover with her husband and two sons. Kerry became a spinning instructor at CCBA and staff member of CCBA in 2012. She became the executive director in 2020.
She began her talk reminding us of the rich history of CCBA. The CCBA has been building community for over 100 years!Founded in 1919. From the CCBA website:
Founded in 1919, the CCBA provides the Upper Valley with a multitude of recreational, fitness, family, and youth development opportunities. Our primary purpose is to provide a welcoming environment with a variety of opportunities to support the community’s well-being. We encourage people of all ages and physical abilities to gather, play, learn, exercise, and compete. Our unique role in the Upper Valley has been, and continues to be, our appeal to people of all ages, abilities, and income levels. Our inclusive and positive environment also encourages participants to connect and grow together.
The CCBA’s initial facility, (known as the “CCB”), was gifted by Lebanon’s William S. Carter family in 1919. The CCB was established “…for the purpose of furnishing the young people of Lebanon a healthful and uplifting club life, following in its line of work that of the Y.M.C.A. and kindred institutions.” Activities at the CCB have ranged from Junior League meetings, competitive nights of card games, scouting troop gatherings, sports instruction, and celebrations of many sorts. For several decades, we have also provided opportunities for children outside of school, a program that morphed into our no-charge Youth Drop-in Center. Over the years, participants have cherished the lifelong lessons and relationships built at the CCB. In addition, for almost 25 years, the original building has also housed the CCBA’s state-licensed preschool, a critical resource in our region where childcare and early childhood education programs are in dire need.
With the addition of the Witherell Recreation Center in 1987, the CCBA grew significantly in scope, established itself as a region-wide resource, and became a true campus featuring multiple buildings, playing fields, and community spaces.
Today, we are the only organization in the Upper Valley to offer the broad range of recreational programs and amenities we maintain. We serve people ages six weeks to over 100 years old, and are open to any who wish to join. 44% of our members live in Lebanon or West Lebanon, and the remainder live within 20 miles of the facility.
the Carter Community Building Association (CCBA) is a nonprofit recreation and fitness organization. We encourage people of all ages and physical abilities to play, exercise, and compete.
CCBA mission: CCBA promotes healthy lifestyles, personal development, and community connections by offering recreational, fitness, and educational programs for people of all ages and abilities.
CCBA is an inclusive community that includes infants to individuals over the age of 90. CCBA very welcoming to individual with developmental and physical challenges. The organization hosts a group of veterans for a pool exercise class that has morphed into an informal support group and gathering place for veterans. Students with developmental issues are welcomed two days a week with their physical education faculty members. They host an after school program for up to 60 students from K-6th grade. (This program is licensed by the NH Dept. of Child Care).
Fundraising is done so that scholarships can be offered to children and adults who do not have an income that would permit being a member independently. In 2023, CCBA raised $40,000 for scholarships for after school programs, summer camps, and for other who otherwise could not afford a membership.
Anniversaries: Joshua Smith is celebrated his anniversary on November 14th.
Ernst then led us in singing our welcome song, and Viva la Rotary.
Ernst thought of the day: Ernst Shared that on Saturday he attended a truly international Rotary meeting at Northern Vermont University. There were Rotarians there from Nepal (Sharmila), Philippines (Mila), Netherlands (Ernst), and Canada (District Governor-elect Luc Pomerleau from Sherbrooke).
Then it was off to the buffet to get our lunch.
Following lunch John Yacavone Kerry Artman the executive director for Carter Community Building Association (CCBA). See program notes above.
Despite some AV glitches, Marilyn was able to keep reconnecting to Kerry's PowerPoint too.
With Bill Secord being absent, Ernst Oidtmann presented the book going to the Kilton Library in honor of Kerry Artman.
Marilyn Bedell missed Bill Secord's photography skills too.
Two Together
By Brendan Wenzel, with Caldecott Honor as illustrator
Cat and Dog are headed home. A simple route lies ahead of them . . . or does it? There’s so much to see and smell and hear, and the two of them experience the world very differently. A stream, for instance, is watery fun for Dog, but it may not be so delightful for Cat!
As their journey becomes an adventure full of unexpected twists and turns, Cat and Dog show that it’s possible for two creatures to travel in the world together despite their distinctive perspectives and abilities—and even to appreciate and enjoy them. With the irresistible read-aloud appeal of Brendan Wenzel’s They All Saw a Cat, winner of the Caldecott Honor, this is a funny, exuberant companion tale that’s an imaginative tribute to empathy, friendship, and understanding.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Charities — The Charities Trustees met on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. There are funding recommendations that will be coming to club members at least a week prior to our December 5, 2024 meeting for your review and consideration. The proposals will come as an agenda item on December 5, 2024 for formal review and discussion. If motions for approval are made, members will have 1 week to get their votes into Bruce Pacht. We will continue to use this format for charities expenditures >$1,000.
Notice of Charities Trustees proposed expenditures >$1,000 at least one week prior to an upcoming Club meeting.
Proposal review and discussion will be an agenda item for the meeting that is at least 1 week out from the email from the chair of our Trustees.
If motions are made to approve the expenditures, members will have one week to vote electronically or in person.
Voting will close at the end of the meeting 1 week from the meeting where the proposals are formally reviewed and discussed.
Club Member Opportunity to Serve Surveys — Once again, Marilyn Bedell reports she is still hoping to receive three more surveys. Once all are in, and members confirm their commitments, Marilyn will share the results with our membership.
Epilogos February Trip to El Salvador — Bruce Bergeron learned that Epilogos Charities is planning a service trip to El Salvador. He would like to know if any members are interested in going. The trip will be February 20 to February 28, 2025. Read all the travel information at www.epilogos.org Travel advisories can be found at www.travel.state.gov Epilogos takes safety of the travelers seriously, but each traveler must make there own decisions about traveling to El Salvador. Bruce let us know the cost for the trip would be approx. $1,700. You must have a valid passport. The goal is to complete two home builds during the weeks stay.
Rotary Foundation Month — Ron Bedell reminded us that Rotary Foundation Month will end soon. Consider making your donation today. Thanks to many members who have already made their donation this Rotary year.
Holiday Party at Quechee Inn for December 17, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. with our Famous Yankee Swap – Ron Bedell
Currently, 39 Rotarians and others have signed up to attend. Although he has given our numbers of attendees to the inn, there is still time to let Ron know if you can attend. Please let Ron know ASAP!
SERVICE PROJECTS COMING UP
Listen Food Drives at Lebanon Coop on Saturday, November 23 (which was VERY SUCCESSFUL), and Saturday, December 14, both from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (setup at 8:00 a.m.) Rotarians are asked to sign up for at least 1 hour over the 2 days, 4 people for each hour, to spread the work among many of us.
Holiday Basket Helpers – Listen, December 9th from 12 noon to 3:00 p.m. or December 10th from 10:00 a.m. to noon. There’s room for about 4 volunteers each session. Check with Club treasurer Angela Nelson. At the meeting and then via a post meeting email Angela provided detailed email about the families we have adopted this year, and what is needed from us. Please review the email and let Angela know how you can help by getting gifts, or making a donation so she can shop for you.
Time for Happy Dollars:
Bruce Pacht shared that his step-daughter, a nurse, and former Youth Exchange Student to Brazil celebrated her 30th birthday. His son Jesse was featured in the Valley News as the first vehicle (motorcycle) to cross the newly reopened Thetford to Lyme bridge.
Marion Steiner's daughter has been accepted in to 2 grad school for her doctorate in physical therapy; she is waiting to hear back from 3 more universities prior to making her decision of where to go.
Hank Clarke reported that Carol is once again feeling healthy and she was up to inviting guest for dinner after a 41/2 month hiatus from all fun activities.
Tim Guaraldi let us know that his father and former Lebanon Rotarian just turned 83 year-old. He headed to Pilsbury State Park near Pittsburg, NH for deer hunting. The hunt started at 8 AM and they had two deers by 10 AM. It then took to 4 PM to drag them out of the woods.
Marilyn Bedell shared that CCBA's pool helped her recover from her knee replacement surgery, and she continues to go to pool to exercise up to 4 times a week as it is the only exercise she truly enjoys.
Members at the meeting:
Bill Babineau, Marilyn Bedell, Ron Bedell, Phil Bush*, Dean Cashman, David Clarenbach, Hank Clarke, Tim Guaraldi, Ahmad Haidari, Will Koppenheffer, Jane Mason*, Ron Michaud, Christian McDonald, Angela Nelson, Ernst Oidtmann, Bruce Pacht, Phil Rentz, Marion Steiner, Richard Wallace, George Wenz, Rich Wallace, Steve Whitman, John Yacavone
Guests:
Our Speaker, Kerry Artman
*Joined by WebEx
Card and Car Wash Raffles
The hunt for the The Queen of Heart...Marilyn Bedell pulled the 8 of Spades.
The car wash was won once again by Will Koppenheffer
NOTE: The Car Wash Code Reader is still broken in Lebanon. The Car Wash Codes will now come from the new Jake's car wash in Enfield. 223 US-4, Enfield, NH
FUTURE MEETING PROGRAMS/SPEAKERS
November 2024
November 28 THANKSGIVING - No Meeting
December 2024
December 5 Nicci Maynard, AuD, Clinical Audiologist
December 12 John Fenley, “Spark” a local nonprofit
December 19 Ernst Oidtmann and Matt Locker, Concert
December 26 NO MEETING. Happy Holidays!
January 2025
January 2 NO MEETING
January 9 Annemieke McLane and Ernst Oidtmann Recital for 4-hand piano
January 16 Rob Stenger, Simple Energy January 23 TBD
January 23 Peter Begin, Mascoma Bank
January 30 SPEECH CONTEST ROUND ONE
Note: David Crandall will be scheduling programs January through June 2025
Standing Meetings
Membership Meetings: To Be Announced
Contact: Ron Michaud
Youth Services: Second Wednesday of the month at Noon
Contact: Christian MacDonald
Charities: Third Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Bruce Pacht
Board Meeting: 4th Tuesday of every month at 4:00 PM via Zoom. Note: We have changed the meeting time for November and December. Because the November meeting would be Thanksgiving week we will meet instead on December 3, at 4:00 p.m. The next meeting then will be the 4th Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.
Contact: Ernst Oidtmann
Golf: 2025 schedule to be announced
Contact: Bruce Bergeron
Brew Fest: The 2025 Schedule to be announced
Contact: Marion Steiner
Other Events and Service Projects
Listen Food Drive at the Lebanon Coop
— Save the Dates to Help—
12/14 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m (set up at 8:00 a.m.)
Let Tim Guaraldi know when you can be there to help!
Listen Holiday Baskets...organize, bag and tag
December 9th from noon to 3 PM and December 10th from 10 AM to Noon. At the white church in downtown Lebanon. Please save these dates and times to help get gifts organized, bagged and tagged. A call will be going out to get gifts sometime in November once Listen assigns us a family or families.
2025 Rotary District 7850 District Conference
The 2025 District Conference will be a one day conference on Saturday, May 31 2025 with an optional overnight on May 30, 2025. It will be at Mount Cranmore Resort in North Conway, NH. Stay tuned for details.
2025 Rotary International Convention
Join us for a spectacular Rotary gathering from June 21 to 25in Calgary, Alberta Canada!
Now is the time to register if you still need to!
Register now to save $100US!
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Where do I register? Is there a special rate for those under 30? Yes! Consider inviting them to join you! Here is the link. Reminder: Register by December 15 to save $100US!
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Check out the Host Organizing webpage to learn about all the activities our Rotarian hosts are planning!
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Are you interested in hosting a district or club gathering in Calgary? Once you finalize the details of your event, please advise Rotary of your event by completing the following required submission form by Friday, 25 April 2025. By completing this survey, you can include your event on the unofficial affiliate events calendar available on convention.rotary.org early next year and added to the Rotary Events app in May.
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