Morning Star Rotary welcomed Mimi Ludwig, Board President of the Autism Society Lehigh Valley to speak at our October 23, 2025 meeting. Her presentation focused on the Autism Society of Lehigh Valley's mission and programs, including their various initiatives for individuals with autism and the challenges they face, particularly regarding post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
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Message from Mimi Ludwig: "On behalf of the Autism Society Lehigh Valley, thank you for welcoming me to your meeting and giving me the opportunity to share more about our mission to create connections, empowering everyone in the Lehigh Valley Autism Community with the resources needed to live fully (right here in the Lehigh Valley). We are a non-profit (501 (c) (3) affiliate of the national organization Autism Society of America, but our programs serve the individuals with Autism and their families in the Lehigh Valley. I truly appreciate your interest and everyone's thoughtful questions after the presentation. Your club’s long-standing commitment to community service aligns with our own vision of service to our local community."
The venue has been secured, the Allentown Band has been hired, sponsors have been obtained, and the concert program booklet is completed and at the printers! Thank you to all those members who assisted in soliciting and/or purchasing sponsorships.
We only have a couple of additional items to address to ensure a successful event. First and utmost, we need every member to sell/purchase the six (6) tickets they were allocated for the concert. These funds, along with the sponsorships and auction items (thank you Cheryl and Marianne), will help offset the expenses and guarantee the concert is a successful fundraiser. Also, we will need a few Morning Star Rotarians to volunteer on concert day to sell tickets at the door, collect tickets at the entrance to the auditorium, hand out programs, flags, etc. Your assistance will ensure the concert runs smoothly. Please e-mail us at sttconcert@ptd.net if you are able to volunteer.
Bethlehem Emergency Shelter, in partnership with The Freezer Ministry and Garden Gatherers, will be hosting a Hut on Main Street in downtown Bethlehem in November and December to collect donations, and bring awareness about the unsheltered and food insecurity by handing out cookies. They expect to hand out over 5,000 holiday cookies and snickerdoodle bars this year. If you are interested in baking or sponsoring cookies, contact Cookie Coordinator Blake Messman at 484-894-3295.
As a member of our amazing organization, we want you and key members of your club to join us at the upcoming Action Plan Summit. By engaging with several members of your club throughout the morning, you will all leave with a great plan to bring back to your club.
We look forward to seeing you and your team on Saturday, November 8th at 8 AM at the Advanced Technology Center on Blue Bell's campus of Montgomery County Community College.
The cost is $60.00, which includes breakfast and lunch. Some clubs are paying for one or two members to attend. See if your board will pay for you!
This complimentary special event will honor ShelterBox’s 25 years of bringing shelter and dignity to families uprooted by disaster and conflict. Together, we’ll reflect on our shared impact, and prepare for the urgent work ahead.
Join ambassadors, supporters, friends, and family from around the world as ShelterBox shows you the frontlines of today’s most urgent crises. You’ll hear powerful stories of resilience and see how your support transforms lives where it matters most.
The Council on Resolutions just issued proposed Resolutions for action by COR Representatives this month. The proposals can be found at Council on Resolutions | My Rotary As your Representative, I have the opportunity to comment by October 8, and to vote by October 31, 2025. Please consider these proposals and share your ideas with me at RotarianBob@hometownu.biz. Thanks,
Join us for Rotary's Fight Against Polio: Global Progress and Updates from Pakistan 13 November 2025 | 12:00 Chicago time (UTC-6) Live on Zoom
Polio remains endemic in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan. However, recent outbreaks in previously polio-free areas and detections of poliovirus in sewage across several European countries demonstrate that polio remains a threat to children everywhere. Fragile health systems and competing priorities continue to challenge eradication efforts, but Rotary and the Gates Foundation have renewed our long-standing partnership to fight polio with a joint commitment of US$450 million. Rotary leaders also recently visited Pakistan and met with government officials, who reaffirmed their commitment to eradication. Join us to hear the latest updates and learn how your support is helping make progress toward a polio-free world.
HAVE YOU MADE YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE ROTARY FOUNDATION THIS ROTARY YEAR?
See Foundation Chair, Tom Hartzell for information on making your contribution. You can send your contribution on-line or give your check (payable to Rotary Foundation) to Tom. You can also mail a check to Tom Hartzell, 1341 Biafore Avenue, Bethlehem, Pa 18017.
