David Crandall rang the bell at 5:45 PM, calling our 2024 changeover dinner to order.
Since this was his last formal meeting as our club president, he decided he should lead us in the 4-Way Test
We then has a few minutes to have a few more appetizers prior to the dinner buffet, of salad, chicken marsala, roast beef, pasta premavera, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, brownies, fruit tart and fresh fruit + coffee, tea and soft drinks.
Following dinner our Phil Bush entertained us with two songs. I believe the first was called, San Francisco Bay Blues by Jesse Fuller. The second was a tribute song. Phil wrote the lyrics to to honor both David and Ernst. The music was by Bob Dylan (Don't Think Twice Its Alright). They lyrics made everyone smile.
Phil Bush
Ron Bedell provided our Rotary Foundation Report for 2023/2024. Marilyn Bedell provided a very brief overview of our Rotary Foundation.
Ron Bedell
Marilyn Bedell
At the 1917 convention, outgoing Rotary president Arch Klumph proposed setting up an endowment “for the purpose of doing good in the world.” That one idea, and an initial contribution of $26.50, set in motion a powerful force that has transformed millions of lives around the globe.
Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects.
The Rotary Foundation Endowment has grown to over 1.78 billion, as of February 2024. The goal is to grow the endowment to 2.025 billion by the end of 2025.
For 15 years we have received the highest 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator.
The Rotary Club of Lebanon has received or help support a variety of District and Global Grants here at home and around the globe.
District Grant for Kenya's Emmah's Garden
District Grant for picnic tables at Riverside Park
District Grant to update the Community Room at Romano Circle
Supported Global Grants in Ghana
District Grant to help fund food for Listen and The Haven. (during Covid pandemic).
District Grant to help fund Lebanon Library's Little Free Libraries.
District Grant to educate Addiction Recovery Coaches.
We continue to support Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation's #1 priority, the eradication of polio.
Ron Bedell and Phil Rentz then presented the following Rotary Foundation recognitions:
Dave Clarenbach and Mila Dela Pena are now Foundation sustaining members.
Dave Clarenbach and Phil Rentz
Mila Dela Pena and Phil Rentz
Phil Bush is now a Paul Harris Fellow.
Phil Bush
Ron Bedell then asked Bruce Bergeron to come up to present a special Paul Harris presentation. Annually the Rotary Club of Lebanon honors someone who has made a significant contribution to our club and/or our Community. This year the honoree is our President Dave Crandall. Bruce Bergeron shared many words of appreciation for Dave's leadership over the past three years. David is always positive, patient, and by his leadership has helped us complete many projects from engaging us in strategic planning to establishing Harmony Park for our Centennial in 2023.
In addition, David has a great sense of humor too.
Tim Guaraldi sent a special recognition to David Crandall since he couldn't be here this evening. It was a cap with "What a Difference a Dave Makes"
David Crandall took the floor to acknowledge that everything that was accomplished in 2023/2024 could not have happened without the support of Lebanon Rotarians. He shared that he has great pride in the club, and is filled with gratitude.
He then reminded us of all the projects and fundraisers (Brew Fest, Gold, Poker Room) that were accomplished in 2023/2024. He gave special thanks to all the teams and leaders who made these events successful. He acknowledged the work of all our committee chairs, and their members, and our Charities Trustees. He is proud of the work we did to develop a new strategic plan, and believes it has given us the direction we need to continue to evolve as a meaningful service club.
He then listed off a long list of projects that happened in 2023/2024. Dave did share that his only concern is that no one has agreed to be our president-elect. Ernst needs us to come up with a plan to fill this role. If you have ideas, or would be willing to do this role, share that information with Ernst and David
He concluded by stating, "It's been an honor to serve." He then expressed his gratitude to his wife, Gretchen, who supported the him to do this leadership position.
David then shared the following Dad Joke. Why did the scarecrow become a great leader? It was because he was outstanding in his field! This was the segway for David to invite Ernst Oidtmann to come forward for the exchange of the gavel.
Not to be out done by Dave's Dad Joke, Ernst shared the following. Who is the best actor in the Bible? Sampson as he brought the house down. Though Ernst reassured us that this won't be his goal for 2024/2025.
Ernst Oidtmann
He reflected that our club is now 101 years old. He is proud of all the club has achieved over the history of the club. He shared that he is so proud of the work done by Rotary to eradicate polio worldwide. We have saved many lives doing this work. He reminded us that his/our signature project is coming up in July, MRC (Mascoma River Clean-up).
He asked David to come back up to the podium. He thanked him for his leadership and then presented him with his president's gift, a bowl from Simon Pearce that has Dave's name, his role and the year he served engraved on the rim.
Our changeover planner, John Yacavone was then invited to the podium. We thanked him for organizing the this evening celebration. He shared the following in closing:
If you can start the day without caffeine,
If you. can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains,
If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles,
If you can eat the same food every day and be grateful for it,
If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time,
If you can take criticism and blame without resentment,
If you can conquer tension without medical help,
If you can relax without alcohol,
If you can sleep without the aid of. drugs,
Then You Are Probably…
The Family Dog. 🐶
It was then time to close the meeting with the ringing of the bell, and members reciting, "He profits most who serves best".
Announcements
Mascoma River Clean-up will be July 27, 2024
Stay tuned for details about ways you can help. Please respond to the Doodle poll to let Tim know who is available to help.
Brew Fest — EventBrite site is up and active. Encourage friends and colleagues to purchase tickets. See info above. Phil Rentz reminded us that it's "AN ALL HANDS ON DECK" event. Helpers will be needed, Friday afternoon/evening for set-up, prior to and during the event...and for clean-up. Please respond to Bruce Bergeron call for volunteers on Friday late afternoon, and all day Saturday.
You help is needed to get sponsorships for Brew Fest too.
Calling all beer lovers. The purpose of our efforts is to raise funds to benefit local youth and non-profit programs as well as provide an afternoon of beer tasting (over 35 brewers), music, food, friendship and games. Meet friends and neighbors on the beautiful Lebanon Green (Colburn Park, 51 North Main Street) in the center of the City. We hope you enjoy the tastes and sounds of the afternoon and come back again.
Charities — From Bruce Pacht: (This came to you as an email too)
In response to a member’s request, because we will have no regular Club meetings on June 27 or July 4, the voting period on Charities’ appropriation of $10,000.00 for the airplane build two-year project (as was explained during the original presentation in May, and in several documents and a memo sent to all Lebanon Rotarians on June 21) will be extended until the close of the regular meeting on Thursday, July 11.
Open discussion of the appropriation will be on the July 11 agenda. Following such discussion, any Rotarians who have not already voted may cast their vote with me, and any Rotarians who previously cast a vote may change their vote. I will have the record of prior voting at the meeting.
Bruce Pacht
Chair, Lebanon Rotary Charities
Please send your Yes or No vote tobrucepacht67@gmail.com if you haven't done so already or you can't be at the meeting on July 11.
President's Picnic August 10th — Tim and Anna Guaraldi will host us for our annual President's Picnic on Saturday, August 10 in Newport, NH. Stay tuned for details...start thinking about your potluck dish too.
Holiday Party in December — Plans for December to be finalized.
Happy/Sad Dollars
No time allotted at Changeover for happy and sad dollars.
Raffles
Queen of Hearts
No Draw at changeover
Car Wash
No Draw at changeover
FUTURE MEETING PROGRAMS/SPEAKERS
COMING IN JULY
July 4 Holiday No Meeting
July 11 Joe Clifford, Executive Director of the Lebanon Opera House
July 18 BrewFest Work Meeting. We will be assembling the road signs for the BrewFest
July 25 Classification Talks by our members Joshua Smith and Ahmad Hadari.
Coming in August 2004
August 1. Amy Longmoore, Traumatic Brain Injuries
August 8. Arianna Anton,RN Nursing student from Colby Sawyer College, Trip to Moroccan
August 15 RYLA and Two Rotary exchange students, share their experiences
August 22. Ed Morris, Town Manager of Enfield
August 29. Michell DiStefano FCP Live-in This organization places live in caregivers in homes.
Coming in September 2024
September 5 Phoebe VanScoy-Giessier, Special Olympics
September 12 District Governor Kelly Drew
September 19 Lisa Bozogan, Waypoint Family Resource Center
September 26 Business meeting
Coming in October, 2024
October 3 Melanie McDonough Chief Innovation Officer, City of Lebanon.
October 10 Rob Stenger co-owner Simple Energy
October 17 TBA
October 24 TBA
October 31 Steve Fine Melanoma Cancer Foundation (webex)
Attendance
Marilyn Bedell, Ron Bedell, Bruce Bergeron, Phil Bush, Dean Cashman, Dave Clarenbach, Dave Crandall, Jim Damren, Mila Dela Pena, Ed Friedman, Joy Gobin, Jane Mason, Ernst Oidtmann, Bruce Pacht, Phil Rentz, Bill Secord, Josh Smith, Rich Wallace, Steve Whitman, John Yacavone
Former Members – Jon Blodgett, Pete Mason and Garlan Hoskins
Other Guests: Holly Bergeron, Linda Secord, Heidi Hoskins, Marcia , Judith Bush, Melinda Blodgett, Meredith Cashman, Gretchen Crandall, Linda Oidtmann, Lori Forini, Susan Yacavone, Carolyn Whitman, Dan Russell (prospective member), Daniel and Trang Himmelstein and their daughter, Aviva.
No Web Ex option
*** If I missed letting anyone, I apologize***
Standing Meetings
Membership Meetings: Third Tuesday at 3:30 PM
Contact: David Crandall
Next meeting July 16, 2024 at 3:30 PM.
Youth Services: Second Wednesday of the month at Noon
Contact: Christian McDonald
Charities: Third Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM
Contact: Bruce Pacht
Board Meeting: 4th Tuesday of every month at 4:00 PM via Zoom
Contact: David Crandall
Next Meeting, June 25, 2024 at 4 PM
Brew Fest: Let Phil Rentz know if you want to know when Brew Fest meetings are happening. Dates Vary.
Mark Your Calendar
Community Service Projects, Fundraisers and Rotary Events
Service Project Overview for 2024/2025
July
River Clean Up (7/13 or 7/27)
Tim G / Ernst O
August
BrewFest
Fundraiser
September
United Way Day of Caring
Bruce B
Food Drive
Tim G
October
Riverside Park Clean Up
Will K / Bruce B
Styrafoam Collection
Bruce B
Flu Shot Project
November
Trail Clean Up Project
Ernst O
Food Drive for Listen Pantry
Tim G
December
Listen Holiday Basket Project
Angela N
January
February
Food Drive for Listen Pantry
Tim G
March
Honorary Paul Harris Fellow Award Selection
Tim G
April
Styrafoam Collection
Bruce B
5 Colleges Book Sale Set Up Take Down
Bruce B
Riverside Park Clean Up
Will K
Baker's Crosing Park Clean Up
Will K
May
1st Grade Reader Book Distribution
Bruce B / Ed F
Bedell Classic Golf Tournament
Fundraiser
Community Service Committee Members
Bruce Bergeron
Angela Nelson
Dave Crandall - Publicity
Ernst Oidtmann
Tim Guaraldi
Jim Damren
Will Koppenheffer
Hank Clarke
Richard Wallace
Ron Bedell
John Yacavone
Mascoma River Clean-up on July 27, 2024
Brew Fest 2024
Save the date! August 31, 2024
Time to start thinking about sponsors for Brew Fest
Calling all beer lovers. The purpose of our efforts is to raise funds to benefit local youth and non-profit programs as well as provide an afternoon of beer tasting (over 35 brewers), music, food, friendship and games. Meet friends and neighbors on the beautiful Lebanon Green (Colburn Park, 51 North Main Street) in the center of the City. We hope you enjoy the tastes and sounds of the afternoon and come back again.
You must be 21 years of age and have a valid ID to show at the entrance (no ID = no Entrance) No babies or children of any age are allowed if they are not 21 years of age or older.
Get your tickets early. Limited Tickets available. Advance tickets are $35.00 and $40.00 at the door. Click Here to Order TicketsNo Refunds!
Hazardous Waste Collection (HWC), from John Yacavone
The 2 or 3 Rotary volunteers needed are for One or all the following date:
Collections are 9-Noon in Lebanon, July 14, and Sept 28. I would need 2-3 people to interview attendees and direct them where to go. Shifts can be the full 3 hours or I can do shorter shifts – as you know, the busiest time is the first hour or so.
Listen, Request for Volunteers: Food Pantry Stocking
A few volunteers are needed at the Food Pantry to open bags and stock shelves. Arrive anytime from 9:00 – 4:30, Monday thru Friday for the next 2 weeks. Stay as long as you like. Bags are donated by Price Chopper customers. Contact valerie@listencs.org to notify us of your arrival time. The Food Pantry is located at 60 Hanover St, Lebanon.
🤔True or false: LISTEN’s Dining Hall is serving up lunch?
True! The LISTEN Dining Hall identified a need for free, accessible lunches in our community, and we’re working hard to meet it.
But we need your help.
Join our crew in the Dining Hall for a few hours any weekday morning to assist with meal prep for these lunches. No cooking experience needed! Just bring your enthusiasm and a pair of comfy, closed-toe shoes. Interested? Check out our Community Dining Hall Volunteer Calendar:
Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
The Rotary International Convention will be in Calgary in 2025. Marilyn Bedell has been asked to be the promotions chair for Rotary Zone 32. Ron shared that he has been to Calgary twice for the Calgary Stampede. Calgary is a great city in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. The conventions will be June 21-25, 2025
This is the only Rotary International Convention that
will be held in North America for the next few years.
So, start planning. The Calgary committee has many
exciting events and pre & post trips planned for the
convention that will be revealed in detail on June 25th.
John Yacavone has arranged for members to order light and heavier weight jackets and vest for us to wear when doing service projects...for days when our tees shirts just aren't enough to keep us comfortable and warm.
If you click the link below, Top Stitch has created a special website for Lebanon Rotary Club members to order the following clothing items.
1. Men’s and Women’s light weight jackets
2. Men’s and Women’s fleece vests
3. Men’s and Women’s fleece jackets
All jackets and vests will have Rotary Logo and club name.
Just pick your item and follow the instructions for ordering. If you decide to pick up your item at Top Stitch located at 233 Mascoma Street Lebanon, NH 03766 there will be no charge for shipping, otherwise shipping will be charged. If you have any questions about your order please contact Cody at Top Stitch at 603-448-2931. Turn around time is 3.5 - 4 weeks. Once you place your order your order will be processed no waiting on other orders to be fulfilled.
Rotary News
Rotary Peace Fellowships
The Rotary Foundation received a record number of applications for the 2025 Rotary Peace Fellowship. More than 1,570 candidates submitted applications, striving to become Rotary Peace Fellows at one of our seven Rotary Peace Centers.
Applications that met the eligibility and qualification requirements are now in review with the Rotary Application Evaluators, who include Rotary Peace Centers Committee members, and Rotary members and peace fellowship alumni who are engaged with the program, experienced in peacebuilding, and knowledgeable about the application review process. Top candidates meet with university representatives for another round of review and scoring. Finalists will be notified by November.
We have an exciting year ahead as we select the 2025 Rotary Peace Fellows, including the first cohort for Bahçeşehir University in Istanbul, Türkiye. We’ll also celebrate the opening of this newest peace center as part of the 2025 Rotary Presidential Peace Conference in Istanbul, 20-22 February 2025.
Transmission of wild poliovirus halted in southern Africa
Swift action and improved surveillance ended the spread of wild poliovirus type 1 in Malawi and Mozambique. An expert team that performed thorough assessments recommends officially declaring the outbreak to be over — a huge victory in the effort against polio in Africa.
The last case of wild poliovirus type 1 in the World Health Organization’s African Region, linked to a strain circulating in Pakistan, was reported in Mozambique’s Tete Province in August 2022. Nine cases overall were detected in Mozambique and neighboring Malawi, where the outbreak was declared in February 2022.
In response to the outbreak, more than 50 million children received vaccinations to shield them from the virus. This successful coordinated effort underscores the power of collaboration and the need for a timely response in safeguarding communities against infectious diseases. Read More
Dr. Peter Salk discusses immunizations and his father’s legacy
The announcement on 12 April 1955 that Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was safe, effective, and potent showed that polio eradication was a possibility and cemented Salk’s legacy. His son, Dr. Peter Salk, is the president and director of the Jonas Salk Legacy Foundation as well as a professor of infectious diseases and microbiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health. Rotary magazine recently spoke with him to discuss immunizations and polio eradication.
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