Jim Byrnes,the CEO of the Allentown Rescue Mission, visited Morning Star last Thursday.
Jim introduced ARM with a very dynamic video covering the many phases of help and support provided to their clients. The Gateway Emergency Shelter has a 66 bed occupancy and is open 365 days a year. It serves over 44,000 meals a year and provides over 22,000 bed nights per year. This is the role of the ARM in the perception of most people.
Jim went on to expound upon their Plan For Change which transitions from Intake in the Gateway Center through the Christian Living Program to the Clean Team, the Graduation Program and Independence for clients who complete the programs. The move to the second floor with some 40 beds is a real “hand-up” for clients who dedicate themselves to fulfilling the Plan For Change. The ultimate goal is an end to their homeless living with connections to a home church, full-time job, housing, bank account and maintaining sobriety. For more information please contact allentownrescuemission.org.
‘Bag Stuffing’ forOur 25th Anniversary 5K/10K raceis on September 17th. Race Committee Chair, Wayne Achey, indicates sign-ups of runners has already surpassed the level at this time last year. We need MSR Rotarians help in getting sponsors and prizes for the race. In addition to gift certificates, raffle prizes, etc. we need pop-up tents and more volunteers for registration, food prep, course marshals, parking, etc. Everyone, please come and bring family and friends - there is a place for you! AVolunteer Sign-Up sheet will circulate during the meeting for the race itself on Saturday, September 26th.
Registration opens at 6:30 am, with the race starting promptly at 8:00 and Awards Ceremony & Raffle Prize Giveaway at 9:30. “All Hands on Deck”- this is open to family, friends, students (community service anyone?) etc. Many people will be needed to ensure the success of this major event. (Even if not signed up in advance, please come to help!) Sponsorship info/form is available in the Downloads section at www.morningstarrotary.org with no sign-in needed. Please reach out to businesses, organizations, friends, family and colleagues.
Please join us this Thursday for ‘Bag Stuffing’ forOur 25th Anniversary 5K/10K race!
Posted by Kim Schaffer, Bike Works
on Sep 15, 2015
Dear Morning Star Rotarians,
Community Bike Works is turning 20, and we invite you to celebrate with us on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, from NOON- 4 PM.
September 20th is 20 years to the day of our grand opening celebration in 1995.So we're throwing a party! Come join students and their families, former students, board, volunteers, staff, and other friends of Bike Works. Meet our students and learn how we've grown. Have fun with our kids on a bike ride, and enjoy a picnic!
Open House | Noon - 1:30 pmLet students show you around our Allentown bike shop, and learn what they do in Earn a Bike and our other programs. See our newly renovated upstairs and our new van.
If you'd like, bring a bike and join students and staff on a bike ride to the Rose Garden Pavilion around 1 pm. Helmets required!
Picnic & Ride | 1 pm - 4 pm Meet us at the Rose Garden Pavilion for a picnic lunch, a ride around the park, and other informal activities.
Congressman Charlie Dent, one of our earliest supporters, plans to join us during the day, as does State Representative Mike Schlossberg. Members of the Chamber's Young Professionals Council and Liquid Interactive will be there as sponsors of our picnic, and members of the local Rotaries who helped us purchase our van will be on hand.
See you 9/20 to celebrate 20 great years of life lessons through bicycles!
Sincerely,
Kim Schaffer,
Executive Director
Note: Morning Star Rotary partnered with 3 other Rotary clubs and a District 7430 Grant to help Bike Works purchase a van to support their growing efforts. (See last week’s bulletin for Van graphics.)
The Food Pyramid most of us grew up with has been replaced by The Plate. Some tips and guidelines to follow as you choose MyPlate ...
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Make eating a social event. Avoid eating in front of the TV and choose to be with someone at meals.
Plan healthy meals. Anticipate what you'll need for The Plate and grocery shop accordingly.
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Read the Nutrition Facts label to avoid sugars, sodium, preservatives, and high calories.
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Club Information
Welcome to our Club!
Service Above Self
Thursdays
7am Meet and Greet
7:30 Meeting Starts
Moravian Village
526 Wood Street
(Across from the Post Office)
Bethlehem,
PA 18018 United States
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