We will meet only by Zoom on Thursdays at noon until case number decrease to a point where we can safely meeting in the Dwinell Room.
February 17, 2021, Noon on Zoom – President’s Meeting - Fiscal Year 2020-2021 financial statement overview
February 24, 2021, Noon on Zoom – Michael Redman, Executive Director of The Upper Valley Haven (Celebrating The Haven’s 40th Anniversary)
Michael Redmond joined the Upper Valley Haven in October, 2018. Michael comes to the Haven after nearly 20 years at the Crotched Mountain Foundation in Greenfield, New Hampshire where he served as Vice President for Advancement, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer, among other roles. Prior to his time at the Crotched Mountain Foundation, Michael held leadership positions at nonprofit organizations in New York. Michael’s career has been grounded in care-based organizations serving diverse communities, individuals, and families in need
March 10 or 24, 2022, Noon on Zoom, Susan LaMontagne will speak about her Adventures in the Arts and on Broadway.
Susan Lamontagnestarted dancing at the age of 3 like so many. Her training includes, Classical Ballet, Jazz (Mu. Theater plus others), Modern and tap. She has trained in NY, Japan as well as many other places. Her 22 year professional performing career included Broadway, National and International Tours, including Fosse (Original B’way co), CATS, West Side Story, Starlight Express and the NY Metropolitan Opera’s The Merry Widow to name a few favorites.
March 31, 2022, 11:45 AM, In Person Meeting at SNAX, A Celebration of Service to Rotary
April 28, 2022 , Noon on Zoom – Joe Major, Executive Director at the Upper Valley Aquatic Center
Joe Major is a 20+ year veteran of the health and wellness industry. He comes to UVAC from Sport Fit tennis club in Bowie, Maryland. A graduate of Howard University, Joe has managed ten clubs during his career. He has been responsible for such clubs as the Chevy Chase Athletic Club, the Downtown Athletic Club in Miami and West End Executive Club in Washington, D.C. Joe also served as the district manager for the Western New York region of World Gym. Joe, a native of Buffalo, loves golf and was an all conference tennis player while at Howard University
Upcoming Board and Committee Meetings:
Board of Directors Meeting — Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 5 PM (NEW TIME AND DAY)
Moorings
We were joined by our speech contestants, and members of the Lebanon High School staff. We were a quiet group today. We did learn that Cindy Jerome is finishing up a project for APD Lifecare, and has accepted a position in Massachusetts. We hope that she will continue to join us via Zoom.
Meeting review:
12:03 p.m. – President Hank Clarke asked Secretary Marilyn Bedell to ring her virtual bell to bring the meeting to order.
Rudy Fedrizzi volunteered and recited the 4-Way test.
President Hank welcomed everyone attending from Lebanon High School with a special welcome to our speech contestants, Mary Rainey, Adriana Caraeni and Riley Naylor
We then moved on to the speech contest.
Speech Contest
This years speech contest rules asked our students to prepare and deliver a 5 minute speech on the following topic, "How can your school partner with Rotary to change lives?" In addition they were asked to relate this topic to teamwork and Rotary values.
Each student had done research about Rotary and our core values, and our ethical framework of the 4-Way Test.
Mary Rainey explored the importance of education both here in the Lebanon, and globally. She talked about the problems of gender inequities, problems that arise when there isn't diversity. She reflected on the role Rotary has placed in advancing literacy and basic education globally.
Adriana Caraeni reflected on the impact of Covid-19 on her peer group. She is concerned about the high levels of depression that exists in her high school cohort. She shared that Rotarians were in a position to help kids. That encouraging students to join Rotary service projects would permit/provide opportunities, in a safe and comfortable environment, to build goodwill and better friendships with adults in their community. In addition, students will feel good knowing they are helping through community service.
Riley Naylor speech focused on the role that Rotarian could play in mentoring high school students. Through mentoring, lasting change can happen in the lives of students. Rotarians could help students develop leadership skills and other skills that will help them learn how to be resilient. She shared that when you have a passion, you can make a lasting impact on those around you. Her hope would be that we could create projects that will make a difference in our community.
While the judges signed off to compare scores and come to consensus on a winner, Hank asked each student to tell us a little more about their interests.
Mary Rainey, a junior at LHS came to Lebanon from Iowa. She is a student athlete, and has a passion for soccer and plays with a group in Epping, NH. Her goal is to be part of a collegiate soccer team. She enjoys math and science. She is a part of a group at LHS, Students for a Sustainable Future. In college, she thinks she may want to major in the humanities, with a focus on psychology.
Adriana Caraeni a junior at LHS has been a student in Lebanon since first grade. Her academic interests are in STEM. She has black belt in Karate and is an alpine skier. She is considering going to McGill University in Quebec. She plans to study computer science and applied math. (She remembers our first grade book we gave her many years ago.)
Riley Naylor is a freshman at LHS. She is focused on academics. Sports just aren't her thing. She is working at the Hartland Diner, and encouraged us to go there to eat.
Our judges returned to the meeting, and announced that Riley Naylor is the winner of Round One, and we will look forward to her taking part in the next round the week of March 7, 2022. That round most likely will be held on March 8 or 10. The runner-up was Adrianna Caraeni.
Principal Ian Smith congratulated Riley, Adrianna and Mary for doing such a nice job. He was proud to know they were representing Lebanon High School.
Announcements:
Charities — Bruce Pacht
Bruce announced that since some money budgeted for Youth Services will not be spent this year. Charities will reallocate the money that was budgeted for the Interact Gathering at the District Conference that was cancelled. The plan is to give four-$1,500 scholarships for Lebanon High School, Ledyard Charter School and Mascoma High School. Student will have additional options for applying for scholarships in addition to writing essays. The plan is to permit some video interviewing. They want to attract a diverse group of students whose post-graduation plans may include going into a trade school rather than college.
Upcoming meetings:
Next week: 2020/2021 Club Financial Review. Data for 2020/2021 will be sent out with the agenda for your review prior to the meeting.
Board of Directors Meeting — Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 5 PM (NEW TIME AND DAY)
Happy Thoughts or Concerns
Caleb Wolfe reported that 10 acres of fallow land in Kenya are now producing food for Emmah's Garden in Kenya.
Ernst Oidtmann shared the news that the Dutch city of Rotterdam on Thursday has plans to dismantle part of the historic Koningshaven Bridge so that a superyacht built for Amazon’s founder, Jeff Bezos, could pass through the city’s river...the embarrassment of riches.
Tim Guaraldi shared that the Meredith Rotary Club's Ice Fishing Derby is being help this weekend. https://icefishingnh.com/
Bruce Pacht let us know that Dan Affeldt has begun his chemotherapy regimen for esophageal cancer. Bruce has been checking in on him.
Hank Clarke and Ernst Oidtmann attending calling hours at Knight's Funeral Home for Marilyn Gasser, and Marilyn Bedell attended the funeral service in St. Andrews Episcopal Church in New London, NH. Bob is looking forward to joining us for in person meetings when we can do them again.
Book Donations in Honor of Our Speech Contestants — Kilton Library
For Mary Rainey — Leave It to Abigail: The Extraordinary Life of Abigail Adamsby Barb Rosenstock; illus by Elizabeth Baddeley
In this inspiring tribute, award-winning author Barb Rosenstock and New York Times bestselling artist Elizabeth Baddeley tell the true story of one of America's greatest founding mothers: Abigail Adams.
Everyone knew Abigail was different.
Instead of keeping quiet, she blurted out questions. Instead of settling down with a wealthy minister, she married a poor country lawyer named John Adams. Instead of running from the Revolutionary War, she managed a farm and fed hungry soldiers. Instead of leaving the governing to men, she insisted they "Remember the Ladies." Instead of fearing Europe's kings and queens, she boldly crossed the sea to represent her new country. And when John become President of the United States, Abigail became First Lady, and a powerful advisor.
Leave it to Abigail--an extraordinary woman who surprised the world.
"This lively biography chronicles some of the ways Abigail continued to surprise her contemporaries with her new ideas, strong voice, and constant courage."
―School Library Connection
"Through lively text, the author showcases the ways Adams was ahead of her time. The refrain, 'Leave it to Abigail,' adds a rhythm to the narrative, making thisa good choice to read aloud.Baddeley (I Dissent, 2016) adds humor and panache with her pencil-and-ink illustrations, adding an authentic feel through lovely cross-stitch finishing touches."
―Booklist
About the Author
Barb Rosenstock is the author of the Caldecott Honor book The Noisy Paintbox, Otis and Will Discover the Deep, Blue Grass Boy, The Secret Kingdom, and Vincent Can't Sleep, among several others that have received numerous accolades and starred reviews. She lives in Illinois.
Elizabeth Baddeley is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling illustrator of such titles as I Dissent, The Cat Who Lived With Anne Frank, An Inconvenient Alphabet, A Woman in the House (and Senate), Women Who Broke the Rules, and The Good Fight, among others. She lives in Missouri.
On Wings of Words: Riley Naylor
The Next President: Adriana Caraeni
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For Riley Naylor — On Wings of Words The Extraordinary Life of Emily Dickinson by Jennifer Berne; illus. Becca Stadtlander.
An inspiring and kid-accessible biography of one of the world's most famous poets.
Emily Dickinson, who famously wrote "Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul," is brought to life in this moving story. In a small New England town lives Emily Dickinson, a girl in love with small things—a flower petal, a bird, a ray of light, a word. In those small things, her brilliant imagination can see the wide world—and in her words, she takes wing. From celebrated children's author Jennifer Berne comes a lyrical and lovely account of the life of Emily Dickinson: her courage, her faith, and her gift to the world. With Dickinson's own inimitable poetry woven throughout, this lyrical biography is not just a tale of prodigious talent, but also of the power we have to transform ourselves and to reach one another when we speak from the soul.
• Fantastic educational opportunity to share Emily Dickinson's story and poetry with young readers
• An inspirational real-life story that will appeal to children and adults alike.
• Jennifer Berne is the author of critically acclaimed children's biographies of Albert Einstein and Jacques Cousteau.
Fans who enjoyed Emily Writes: Emily Dickinson and her Poetic Beginnings, Emily and Carlo, and Uncle Emily will love On Wings of Words.
• Books for kids ages 5–8
• Poetry for children
• Biographies for children
Jennifer Berne is the award-winning author of the biographies Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau and On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein. She lives in Copake, New York.
Becca Stadtlander is the illustrator of many children's and young adult publications, including Sleep
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For Adriana Caraeni — The Next President by Kate Messner; illus. by Adam Rex
An inspiring and informative book for kids about the past and future of America's presidents.
Who will be the NEXT president? Could it be you? When George Washington became the first president of the United States, there were nine future presidents already alive in America, doing things like practicing law or studying medicine.
When JFK became the thirty-fifth president, there were 10 future presidents already alive in America, doing things like hosting TV shows and learning the saxophone.
And right now—today!—there are at least 10 future presidents alive in America. They could be playing basketball, like Barack Obama, or helping in the garden, like Dwight D. Eisenhower. They could be solving math problems or reading books. They could be making art—or already making change.
• A breezy, kid-friendly survey of American history and American presidents
• Great for teachers, librarians, and other educators
• Kate Messner's nonfiction picture books have been lauded by critics and received a variety of awards.
From award-winning author Kate Messner and New York Times bestselling artist Adam Rex comes a timely and compelling compendium about the U.S. presidents—before they were presidents.
Kate Messner is an award-winning author whose many books for kids have been selected as Best Books by the New York Times, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education. She lives on Lake Champlain with her family.
Adam Rex is the author and illustrator of many beloved picture books and novels, including Nothing Rhymes with Orange and the New York Times bestseller Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich. He has worked with the likes of Jon Scieszka, Mac Barnett, Jeff Kinney, and Neil Gaiman. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.
Rotary Leadership Institute, Northeast (RLINE) Seminar - Southern New Hampshire - Vermont - Virtual ID=77568838 (4)
The next Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) that is scheduled will be virtual. Consider attending...Learn more...
The place for people to Learn about Rotary!
Description:
Location:
March 12, 2022 - Virtual Event
Part I, II, III, & Graduate
$25.00
For information please contact Event Chairs:
David Saturley - Site Chair Rotary Club of White River Junction VT
dsaturley@gmail.com
Date/Time:
Saturday Mar-12-2022 from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Car Wash Winner — Two Winners, one for this week and one for last week:
February 3, 2022: Dean Cashman
February 9, 2022: Phil Rentz
Members at the meeting:
Bill Babineau
Marilyn Bedell
Ron Bedell
Dean Cashman
Hank Clarke
Dave Crandall
Jim Damren
Rudy Fedrizzi
Ed Friedman
Joy Gobin
Tim Guaraldi
Ahmad Haiardi (Cameo Appearance)
Cindy Jerome
Will Koppenheffer
Jane Mason (Cameio Apperance)
Ernst Oidtmann
Bruce Pacht
Phil Rentz
Bill Secord
Janet Vaughan
Caleb Wolfe
John Yacavone
Lebanon High School:
Ian Smith - Principal
Michael "Sy" Sisemore, Teacher and Speech Contest Adviser
Bonnie Robinson, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Speech Contestants:
Mary Rainey, Junior
Adrianna Caraeni, Junior
Riley Naylor, Freshman
Meeting adjourned at 1:13 PM. Rotary Motto recited by Jim Damren
One Profits Most Who Serves Best
Upcoming Service Projects and Fund Raisers
Hold the following dates for 2022
Senior Center Meal Distribution February 16, 2022, 11:15 AM to 12:30 PM
Meal Distribution on February 16, 2022 from 11:15 to 12:30 PM.
Please use this Doodle link if you are able to attend.
Situated in different parts of the world, the Rotary Peace Centers offer tailor-made curricula to train individuals devoted to peacebuilding and conflict resolution — no matter where they land.
by Jeff Ruby Illustrations by Jason Schneider
Rita Lopidia vividly recalls her experiences as a Rotary Peace Fellow at the University of Bradford in England. “The classes in African politics and UN peacekeeping were my favorite,” she says. “The politics course challenged me to dig deeper into research to understand the history of the continent, and the peacekeeping class aided my understanding of global politics. As a practitioner, that was an eye-opener to have a global view of events happening around the world.”
Lopidia's time at the Rotary Peace Center profoundly affected her. "After graduation, I traveled back to Africa and settled in Uganda due to the ongoing conflict in South Sudan," she explains. "There I established the EVE Organization for Women Development and started engaging the South Sudanese refugees in Uganda and their host communities. Through my organization, we were able to mobilize South Sudanese women to participate in the South Sudan peace process promoted by eastern Africa's Intergovernmental Authority for Development — and that led to the signing of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan in 2018."
Lopidia is just one of the 1,500-plus peace fellows from more than 115 countries who have graduated from a Rotary Peace Center since the program was created in 1999; the first peace centers began classes three years later. Currently, Rotary has seven peace centers in various locations around the world; the newest, at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda — the first in Africa — welcomed its inaugural cohort of peace fellows in 2021. Next, Rotary plans to establish a peace center in the Middle East or North Africa, perhaps as soon as 2024, and has set its sights on opening one in Latin America by 2030.
As you will discover, the curriculum at each peace center has been carefully crafted to address specific aspects of the peacebuilding process — and train the next generation of global change-makers.
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.
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