Due to our weekly Thursday morning meeting catering deadlines, it is necessary to make a decision concerning any changes to either meet as usual (live/hybrid), or to switch to virtual only by 9:00 PM on Tuesday. These decisions will be done based on best available weather forecasts.
Please check your emails and the Morning Star Rotary website (morningstarrotary.org) on Wednesdays when inclement weather is forecast for Thursday mornings.
Thank you for understanding as we try to be fair to all concerned during bad weather.
Recently, our usual caterer changed their policy requiring advanced notice to cancel food delivery to avoid Bethlehem Morning Star being charged. Currently, we are charged $350 per delivery. The current policy of waiting for Bethlehem Area School District to announce closure on the morning of the meeting will not allow sufficient time to avoid these charges. For this reason, it will be necessary to make a decision by 9:00 pm on Tuesday concerning the meeting to either meet as usual, hybrid, or to switch to virtual only. Of course, this will be done based on best available weather forecasts.
Please check your emails and the Club website on Wednesdays when inclement weather is forecast for Thursday mornings. Thank you for understanding as we try to be fair to all concerned during bad weather.
Please join Bethlehem Morning Star Rotary this Thursday, February 20, 2025 for our Live/Hybrid Meeting.Our meet & greet starts at 7:15am with the regular meeting starting at 7:30am.
We will be "Celebrating New Members."
Their Story: "Classification Talks"
As part of our tradition, new members are invited to share their story with the club. Formerly known as the “classification talk,” this is a chance for us to get to know new members better. Their stories are an essential part of our club’s tapestry, and sharing it helps us understand your journey, passions, and the unique perspectives you bring to our community. We believe that every member’s story enriches our collective experience and strengthens the bonds between us. Hearing their insights and experiences will inspire and connect us, fostering a deeper sense of fellowship and collaboration.
You will have the option of joining us IN PERSON or via ZOOM. Please see Option details below:
IN PERSON LOCATION DETAILS:
The Flat Iron Building (5th floor)
301 Broadway, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Metered street parking is available on Broadway and on 4th Street. Meters begin at 8AM. Additional parking is available in the tenant parking lot along 4th & Wyandotte Streets and the Cathedral Church parking lot.
ZOOM Detail:
Topic: Bethlehem Morning Star Hybrid Meeting Time: Feb 20, 2025 07:15 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Meeting ID: 857 4423 0490 Passcode: MSRotary One tap mobile +16465588656,,85744230490#,,,,*91891155# US (New York) +13017158592,,85744230490#,,,,*91891155# US (Washington DC)
As part of our tradition, new members are invited to share their story with the club. Formerly known as the “classification talk,” this is a chance for us to get to know new members better. Their stories are an essential part of our club’s tapestry, and sharing it helps us understand your journey, passions, and the unique perspectives you bring to our community. We believe that every member’s story enriches our collective experience and strengthens the bonds between us. Hearing their insights and experiences will inspire and connect us, fostering a deeper sense of fellowship and collaboration.
The Bethlehem Rotary Club is inviting us to join them for lunch at BAVTS this week. Their speaker is our very own Janet Kolepp presenting Tell Your Rotary Story.
Date/time: Wednesday, February 19 from 12-1
Cost: $20 buffet, prepared by students
Location: Bethlehem Area Vocational and Technical School, 3300 Chester Ave, Bethlehem
On February 13, 2025 at the Bethlehem Morning Star Rotary weekly meeting, the MSR Green Team hosted a panel discussion with three Lehigh University students, moderated by MSR Rotarian Dr. Eric Obeysekare, Teaching Assistant Professor, Lehigh University Computer Science & Engineering, Office of Creative Inquiry, entitled “In Good Hands: Lehigh University Students Discuss Sustainability”. We heard from Paige D., sophomore majoring in Environmental Studies, Sophie U., junior majoring in Psychology and Health, Medicine, & Society, and John R., graduate student studying Catastrophe Modeling. The students discussed their perspectives on sustainability, some initiatives they are involved with on campus, and participated in a lively discussion with Morning Star Rotary members about sustainability and the environment.
Morning Star Rotary is working at the Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering on three evenings during the 2025 winter months. We will serve food, wash dishes, and monitor the showers for the guests at the shelter. The Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering is located at Christ Church UCC at 75 E Market Street, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018.
The BES Director of Volunteers indicated that the link can be used to create an account if someone is a new volunteer, or sign up for an evening (or multiple) if you already have an account.
After signing in or registering as a new volunteer, click the "View Opportunities" button which will open the BES calendar. On the calendar you can find our 3 nights, January 27th, February 24th and March 25th. Click on the openings on those days and enter your information.
**Message form Jane A. Meckes, Nazareth Rotary, District 7430 STEM-YEA Committee
Hi Everyone. Our district committee is busy planning for the upcoming STEMYEA program at Kutztown University. I am on the committee and in charge of gathering materials. I have created two ways that Rotarians in our District can help provide items that are needed. First is an "Amazon Wish List" if you would like to purchase materials that we need. Any items purchased would be sent directly to me. Second is a recycled material list. You can help us out at no cost to you! All you have to do is save the materials on the list and bring them to a meeting or event anytime. I already have a bin started for the items I have been collecting.
Anything that you could provide would be gratefully appreciated.
Message from Rod Seifert: Donated recycled items can be given to me at any upcoming meeting. I will be happy to deliver them to Jane at the District Conference.
WE HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED BY THE DISTRICT THAT THIS YEAR'S SPRING FLING SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 8, 2025 HAS BEEN CANCELLED! ANYONE WHO HAS PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED WILL BE REIMBURSED.
A Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is planned for you on Saturday, March 22, at DeSales University Center, 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA. The sessions will start at 8:00 a.m. and run through 2:30 p.m.
Here's your chance to learn more about Rotary from trained facilitators and fellow Rotarians!
Get ready for an interactive learning experience as we offer parts I, II, III, and Graduate courses.
For only $125 or $50 for Rotaractors, you'll gain invaluable knowledge and skills to benefit your Rotary service. To encourage your club to attend, the club with the highest attendance will be recognized at the event, and each person will receive a gift.
To register for RLI, please visit our website, https://rlinea.org/ and register for our district event on Saturday, March 22, at DeSales.
Rotary President-elect Mário César Martins de Camargo revealed the 2025-2026 presidential message, Unite for Good on February10, 2025. "Rotary members are #PeopleOfAction. We don't wait for change to happen; we make it happen. And what do people of action do? We unite for good."
Join Rotary members from Districts 7390, 7410, 7430, and 7490 to Unwrap the Magic at our Multi-District Conference! This inspiring event will celebrate Rotary’s dedication to peacebuilding and address critical issues such as poverty, discrimination, ethnic tension, lack of access to education, and the unequal distribution of resources. Our program and speakers will explore how we can make a lasting impact together.
Conference Registration Click Here for the full conference or the Saturday-only option. Hershey Lodge Hotel Reservation Click Here or call the Reservation office at 855-729-3108. Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities while visiting Hershey, PA—the sweetest place on earth!
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Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is planned for you on Saturday, March 22, at DeSales University Center, 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA. The sessions will start at 8:00 a.m. and run through 2:30 p.m.
