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Mark Twain said, "Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see."... ...For our Fort Lee Rotary Club, those words are music to our ears!... ...See the beautiful letter we received from Chris Stout from Project Literacy!...It was our honor to support this wonderful organization!... "Service Above Self" |
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Our Fort Lee Rotary Club luncheon was top notch today!... ...We were visited by two sponsor VIP’s from Valley Bank, a Rotarian from Kosovo, a prospective member and the CFO from Heightened Independence and Progress (HIP)... ...Lively conversations about saving young lives, promoting literacy, helping the disabled, a shoe drive and Rotary Means Business were front and center followed by planning our Holiday Party...Very cool..!! |
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Our Fort Lee Rotary Club President, Carmine Meluccio, and our membership were honored today to welcome our District Governor (DG), Nikki Mederos, on her annual visit... ...Governor Nikki appraised our Club on the state of our Rotary District, what the future holds and praising our Club for the many positive contributions we have made locally and around the world... ...We were excited to hear about the many events that DG Nikki is planning including her Gettysburg district conference next May!... |
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When two great organizations like the Fort Lee Rotary Club and Project Literacy come together, spectacular things happen... ...Throw in fantastic Korean Dancers, an All American dance contest, great food from the Sedona Taphouse and ample adult beverages, well as you can see, a great time was had by all... ...Thank you to those that attended this packed house and a special thanks to our generous sponsors. Our goal to raise much needed money for Project Literacy was achieved!... "Service Above Self" |
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Saving lives is what Rotary does through our Gift of Life Program... ...Our Fort Lee Rotary Club received this beautiful letter from former strangers, Baby Hanna and her Mom Joy. This makes it all worth it! "Service Above Self" |
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Celebrating birthdays is just small but fun part of the Rotary experience... ...Yesterday the Fort Lee Rotarians also focused on feeding the homeless, saving children requiring heart surgery and supporting literacy programs... ...Please message me or go to Rotary.org if you want to share your skills and make a difference in our world. We need you!... “Service Above Self” |
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Rotary is all about substance, tradition and recognizing leadership while making the world a better place... ...Last night our Fort Lee Rotary Club held our annual induction ceremony for our new officers. After three terms as the Club President, I passed the baton/gavel on to my good friend Carmine Meluccio as I move on to concentrate on my Rotary District Governor-Elect duties. Our Club is in excellent hands!... ...Carmine's officers are all dedicated Rotarians with VP Bob Auriemma, Treasurer Nancy Stern, Secretaries Romesh Goonetilleke & PDG Bob Tedesco, and co-Sergeant at Arms Nettie Russo and Joe Portale... ...Message me or go to Rotary.org if your interested in being a difference maker and/or want to expand your business opportunities...Oh yeah, we have a lot of fun too!... "Service Above Self" |
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Interact is Rotary International's service club for young people ages 12 to 18.Interact clubs are sponsored by individual Rotary clubs, which provide support and guidance, but they are self-governing and self-supporting. Club membership varies greatly... ...The Fort Lee Club has had a long and very positive relationship with the Interact Students and staff at Fort Lee High School. This wonderful student letter typifies our partnership!... |
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Prayers do work!... ...Beautiful Baby Hanna successfully underwent heart surgery yesterday and in fact may be released from the hospital very soon... ...Thank you to Rotary’s Gift of Life program for saving this child’s life and thanks to Fort Lee Rotarian John Koch for shepherding Hanna and her Mom through this very difficult period!...and yes, thank you ALL for your prayers!!... “Service Above Self” |
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" What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. " ...Beautiful Baby Hanna and her Mom Joyce are here in the USA for a life saving heart operation under Rotary's Gift of Life program. Hanna's procedure will take place on July 31st and in the meantime and during her recovery period they will be staying at the home of one of our Fort Lee Rotarians. Please keep Hanna in your prayers... "Service Above Self" |
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Saying goodbye is always bittersweet... ...but we will meet again in January... ...Our Fort Lee Rotary Club said goodbye to our Gift of Life youngster Charlene (Lot Lot) for the time being. The medication she is taking to make her strong enough to undergo the heart surgery requires more time to do its magic... ...In the meantime, Lot Lot and her Mom will return to the Philippines where she will get stronger. Her return trip to the USA will hopefully occur in January. Your prayers are needed too!... "Service Above Self" |
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"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it"....Unknown ...Our Fort Lee Rotary Club participated in the Memorial Day parade and ceremony today remembering those that made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms... "God Bless America" "Service Above Self" |
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It's always a happy day at our Fort Lee Rotary Club when we can welcome a new member... ...Today was such a day as Dr. Francis Capriccio accepted our invitation to join our growing lineup. Dr Capriccio has already stepped up as we pursue our ongoing projects to save lives through Rotary's Gift of Life Program and our support for Project Literacy...Welcome my friend! ...If you're so inclined, please message me or go to Rotary.org to find a Rotary Club near where you live or work. All are welcome!... "Service Above Self" |
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Interact is Rotary International's service club for young people ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs are sponsored by individual Rotary clubs such as the Rotary Club of Fort Lee, which provide support and guidance, but they are self-governing and self-supporting. Rotarian and and past Club President, Alan Zimmerman, has been our long time Interact Liaison to Fort Lee High School. One of the most pleasurable events every year is to provide scholarships to worthy students. This year's winners were Amaya Morales (Fairleigh Dickinson University) and Shaina DeLeon Montoe ( Monmouth University). Congratulations Amaya and Shaina! |
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Charlene, nicknamed "Lot-Lot", is a young woman from the Philippines facing a severe life and death health situation... ...A promising new medical treatment is in her future but your prayers are also needed... ...If it were not for Rotary’s Gift of Life program, Charlene’s chances of recovery would be non-existent... Please remember those prayers!.... “Service Above Self” |
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Our Fort Lee Rotary Club came out in force at the President’s Ball and Banner Exchange... ...Congratulations to outgoing District Governor Jim Boyer and the best of luck to Nikki Mederos as she assumes the helm. Both of these people are accomplished individuals and dedicated Rotarians!... ...Come June 30th, my term as Fort Lee Rotary Club President will end as I move up to take on the District Governor-elect role. With Carmine Meluccio becoming our next club president, we will be in excellent hands... “Service Above Self” |
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Saving lives is what our Fort Lee Rotary Club does... ...Under the banner of Rotary's Gift of Life Program, a mission to Vietnam was recently undertaken to save the lives of children suffering from congenital hear disease... ...One of the children was a 7th grader named Nguyen Quynh Trang. She is now healthy enough to follow her dreams and will eventually become a teacher just like her Mom. Oh yeah, she also likes cooking, reading and watching cartoons... ...I want to thank Rotarian Jennifer Padolina for visiting our Club and briefing us on her life saving mission... ...If saving lives is something you want to do too, message me or go to Rotary.orgto find a Rotary Club in your neighborhood. This is cool stuff!... "Service Above Self" |
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Heightened Independence and Progress (HIP) empowers people with disabilities to achieve independent living... ...They held their annual dinner dance with a "Big Easy" New Orleans flair... ...Our Fort Lee Rotary Club came out in force and we had a ball...Rotary also received very high praise for our successful efforts that have virtually eradicated polio worldwide!... "Service Above Self" |
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Rotarians are busy people but we always take time out for fun... ...We celebrated the March and April birthdays today and the cake was delicious!... ...Happy birthday Nancy, Kay, Eddie and Carmine!... "Service Above Self" |
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Rotary's Gift of Life program has saved countless young lives suffering from congenital heart disease... ...Today our Fort Lee Rotary Club was honored to have Rotarian Jack DeStefano speak to us about his recent life saving mission to Vietnam... ...Our Club heard first hand how the generosity of our membership has saved lives...making it even more worthwhile to get up every morning!... Message me or go to Rotary.org if you are ready to join us. "Service Above Self" |
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Our Fort Lee Rotary Club has a long tradition of supporting good causes. Every week we ask each other what we are happy about and start a pool of a few dollars called "Happy Dollars'. Freeholder and fellow Rotarian Joan Voss suggested that we donate the proceeds from our "Happy Dollars" to the Bergen County Project Literacy. After six months we collected a sizable sum and Joan delivered the check to their Executive Director, Chris Stout. Chris is also a Rotarian and fully understands the meaning of "Service Above Self"! |
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Our Fort Lee Rotary Club was so happy to establish our new meeting place at the Sedona Taphouse... ...The owner and fellow Rotarian is Eddie Young and he and his staff welcomed us with opened arms... ...This is a partnership made in heaven as we discussed a series of fundraising ideas to make a real difference in the world...and oh yeah, the food was great too!... "Service Above Self" |
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Has anybody's family or friends not been touched by the opioid/heroin scourge?!... ...The answer is probably no and that includes yours truly... ...Vicki Sidrow, President & CEO of Vantage Health System, gave our Fort Lee Rotary Club membership an earful on just how widespread this epidemic is and how her organization and others are trying to deal with it... ...Ms. Sidrow also said it would be helpful and informative for the general public to attend the upcoming May 6, 2018 Bergen County Care Fair....I'll be there for sure and I hope to see all of you!...www.bergencarefair.org |
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Dear Fellow Rotarians,
The Fort Lee Rotary Club has 'Adopted" the Lampidis Foundation because we are convinced that they are on the threshold of making a major break through in finding a cure for certain types of cancers. Many of our club members have had family members or friends afflicted by this terrible disease, as I'm sure you have as well.
We have invited Dr. Ted Lampidis to join us at our June 30th meeting to provide a brief overview of his exciting research and to share with us what the future holds. Please see the attached flier for RSVP details. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Thank you.
John Mitchell
President
Rotary Club of Fort Lee
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From the very night the raging fire started at the Avalon at Edgewater, Fort Lee Rotarians were there to help their neighbors. Below is a time sensitive update for you to help as well.
One of the recovery locations in Edgewater has moved and they can now be found at 890 River Road in Edgewater. The contact person there is Sy Rolnick at 347-236-2100. Please note that the need of the victims has changed. There is no longer a requirement for food, clothing, health aids or pet supplies as many of these folks are transitioning to new housing. However, you can help by visiting either location (the other is in the Edgewater City Place Mall between Ulta and the Fleming Steak House where the contact person is Iris at 201-240-0043) to fold clothing, arrange and stack other items and direct victims to the items they need.
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Deliver new household products such as glassware, cutlery, mops, brooms, towels, bedding, vacuum cleaners, etc.
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Starting July 1, 2014 a slate of officers were sworn in. They include John Mitchell, President; Alan Zimmerman, Vice President; Effie Michalos, Secretary; and Carmine Meluccio as Treasurer. We all thank former president, Bob Auriemma and the other officers for their outstanding contributions to our Club. |
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Fort Lee Rotary is proud to announce and congratulate Bob Auriemma for stepping up to the plate and taking the position of President of Ft. Lee Rotary for year 2013-14. We are sure you will achieve great things and do a fabulous job in leading our meetings and events to successful endeavors. We wish you much success!! |
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Our Rotary Club is participating in Hope For Charities On Line Auction from July 15 through August 15. Choose The Rotary Club of Fort Lee as your charity and we will receive a donation with your purchase. You can also register to win 2 Yankee Luxury suite tickets, a $3,000 value! No purchase necessary. The bidding for many items starts at $1!
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If you are interested in having your restaurant represented in our food fest on May 2,2011.
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If you are interested in sponsoring our 2011 Food fest that will be held on May 2, 2011.
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For information about Fort Lee Rotary, please contact our current President Bob Auriemma at (201)506-0973 or at bauriemma@remn.com
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We would like to thank our sponsors for all their support.
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We would like to congratulate Bob Auriemma as our incoming President, as well as all our officers! Our club continues to grow and succeed because of dedicated individuals such these, and we commend them on a job well done.
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