Welcome to The Rotary Club of Flushing!
Flushing Rotarians were out in force helping to bring the Christmas spirit to the children and families of St. Michael's parish community. Over 100 children and their families experience the joy of giving and receiving at what has become an annual event for the club. Thank you to all of the members of St. Michael's for supporting our outreach and to Monsignor Edward V. Wetterer for being a part of our day.
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DG Gwenn (center) with Rotary Club of Flushing President All Harris (right) and Past President Veronica Tsang (left)
The Evening of Fine Food, a unique gourmet dining experience, was held at Terrace on the Park in Flushing Meadows Park on Tuesday, February 5th. Each year QCP chooses individuals whose dedication to making a difference in the community is exemplary.
More than 300 people enjoyed the delicious dishes prepared by some of the finest restaurants including Flushing Rotarian Mark Boccia’s establishments, Austin’s Steak House and Bourbon Street. They joined a host of other fine eateries such as DeLuge, London Lennies, Pappazzio’s, Marbella Restaurant, Anthony’s, Kati Allo, Tequila Sunrise, Luigi’s, Tavern along with nearly two dozen more. Flushing Rotarian Frank Macchio was a guest chef serving up his famous stuffed shells, Rotarian Margaret Vitale served up the Martini’s representing TD Bank at the event and Cathay Bank’s chocolate fountain was one of main attractions for children and chocolate lovers.
Queens Borough President Helen Marshall was the evening’s Honorary Chairperson. Council Members Peter Koo and Jimmy Van Bramer presented Proclamations to the honorees and Assemblyman David Weprin presented Citations. “I feel honored to be a part of helping this extraordinary organization,” said Veronica. “They are helping our most vulnerable citizens and it takes an active, engaged community to DO that at their level of excellence.”
Highlights of the luncheon included Veronica recognizing Club members including:
- Cyrille Kousiaris for doing a wonderful job in communicating weekly club events to the members, taking charge of doing the club calendars and co-coordinating the toy drive for Ronald McDonald House.
- Margaret Vitale for co-coordinating the toy drive for Ronald McDonald House and trying to organizing our club’s Holiday Party.
- Richard Petrocelli for being so gracious and generous to host the Holiday Luncheon.
Veronica Tsang, the first female, Asian-American Flushing Rotary president was re-elected for a second term today. During the ceremony, Tsang stressed the importance of continuing the club’s mission in strengthening community services and membership growth.
PDG Sammy Hsiao was the team leader of the Rotary Friendship Exchange Program between D7250 and D3520 in Taiwan. The participants were: PDG Eileen Gentilcore, DGE Mario Moran, PP Ronny Kessler, PP John Ryan and President Veronica Tsang. Our hosting District was District 3520 and the District Governor is To Wong. Sammy Hsiao coordinated this initiative with ADG Amy Wang and President Chuko from Taipei Pei An RC.
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