Please make every attempt to join us for this week's free community presentation (see attached). It is this Thursday, April 26 from 6:30-7:30pm at BHS's Little Theater (entrance near Tiger Gym). I would ask that you talk it up with your family and friends and share the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/573911536341224/
RSVP needed: We will be taking the Sullivans to Traditions for dinner like we did when Tony Hoffman came to town. We only have a limited timeframe so we have a 4:30pm reservation in which Jim has agreed to cover the cost of dinner (no alcohol). I need to know exact numbers of who plans to attend so please email me.
All high school and middle school students will be given their free t-shirts and encouraged to wear them on Thursday.
[On a separate note - Prom Auction items and tickets are due by Friday and we are far from goal! Saco Bay is making us look bad on ticket sales already turning in $800 in ticket sales cash compared to our $275. Please get your money and auction slips in so Fausto can sleep at night.]
On April 21st, two thousand seedling trees will arrive in Freeport from the Arbor Foundation. Rotary International President Ian has challenged every Rotary Club to pant one tree per member. The tree planting is part of Rotary’s sustainable commitment to the world’s environment: “ Together, We Make a Difference”. The project came up rather quickly and we did not have time to plan on our own tree planting project. So, we reached out to the twin cities and both high schools. Thornton had a project in mind.
I picked up our 80 saplings on Saturday, 20 each or red maple, sugar maple, white spruce and red oak, and today delivered them to Linda Verville at Thornton Academy. Our club worked with Linda and was able to donate our trees to the Thornton Academy Ecology Club. The club plans on a tree planting project. Hopefully we can work with Linda to see if we can get some photos of the project.
Even better would be to get some pictures with Rotarians. I would really like to see some good shots of kids and Rotarians planting trees. I would like to use some good photos, even staged if need be, to use in a new Rotary campaign “People of Action”. I hope to introduce this campaign in our club and welcome any feedback you have. The following information is from Rotary.org
Help launch our new global ad campaign, "People of Action"
While many people have heard of Rotary, few people actually understand what Rotary clubs do. In fact, 35 percent of the public is unfamiliar with any Rotary program, including their local club. That’s why Rotary has created a new global ad campaign called “People of Action.” The ads are available for download at Rotary.org / brandcenter, where you’ll also find guidelines on how to use and localize each element, making it easier for clubs in any part of the world to tell their story in a consistent, compelling way.
Work with local print media ad representatives to place these full-color ads in community magazines and newspapers.
Here’s what you need to know
Who are we trying to reach?
This campaign is for people who do not know about Rotary or why it’s relevant to them. We hope the campaign will appeal to potential members who want to make a difference in their communities, those interested in Rotary’s causes, and people looking to establish relationships with others in their communities.
Why is the campaign’s theme “People of Action”?
Rotarians share a unique passion for taking action to improve their communities and the world. Where others see problems, we see solutions. This is our chance to show others how Rotarians see what’s possible in their communities and to highlight what we can achieve when more community leaders join Rotary.
At Rotary.org/brandcenter, you’ll find videos, social media graphics, and advertisements for print and digital. Campaign guidelines are also provided to help districts and clubs localize the assets.
Who are the people/projects featured in the campaign?
The first ads in the campaign feature real Rotarians in Colorado and Brazil, and the stories shown were inspired by actual projects. More stories from Rotarians will be featured in upcoming ads.
Can clubs or districts modify campaign materials with pictures of their own projects?
Yes. Guidelines are provided at Rotary.org/brandcenter to help districts and clubs localize the campaign with photos of their own communities.
Is there guidance for taking photos for the ads?
Yes. Rotary.org/brandcenter has a checklist and information on how to capture photos that focus on connections and community.
Inspire your community in any language by posting one of these social media graphics along with an update about the work your club is doing locally. On Facebook, you can boost posts by ZIP code for less than $100 and substantially increase the number of people you reach.
What are some ways we can place the campaign locally?
Campaign placement tips are on Rotary.org/brandcenter. There are also other ways to use the materials – consider adding campaign graphics to club and district websites, posting them on social media, and displaying the ads at events.
What kind of support will be provided to members who don’t know how to buy ads or secure donated space?
RI provides guidelines on how to develop media plans, buy ads, and secure donated ad space at Rotary.org/brandcenter. In addition, the RI marketing communications team will host a series of webinars to help club and district leaders with media planning.
How does the campaign work with the existing Rotary brand positioning of “Join Leaders,” “Share Ideas,” and “Take Action”?
The People of Action campaign brings the Rotary brand to life by highlighting what happens when community leaders within Rotary join together, share their vision, exchange ideas about solutions, and then take action to make it a reality.
Who do I contact with questions about this campaign?
Please send all questions regarding the People of Action campaign to pr@rotary.org.
Rotary's billboard ads will be available later this year. For guidance on how to buy billboard space, visit the Brand Center.
BIDDEFORD, MAINE – April 12, 2018 - Each year the Biddeford-Saco Rotary Club sponsors an annual essay contest for all eighth graders in Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach schools. This year marked the 23rd year they have held the contest based on the Rotary International theme in 1995 of “the year of the family.” The topic of the essay is “What the Word Family Means to Me,” which focuses on the students’ views of the importance of family life, their understanding, and appreciation of differences that exist with other families. The best essays are selected by the school’s faculty of teachers based on the established criteria: relevance to the topic, quality of composition, creativity, and grammatical, spelling accuracy.
“Families are the compass that guides us,” said Elaine Palmitessa, Biddeford Saco Rotarian and Essay Contest Co-Chair. “They are the inspiration to help us reach great heights and are our safe haven when we occasionally falter. No matter how different each family may be, family is the link to our past and the bridge to our future.”
On April 11, the first place winners from each participating school were invited to read their essay before an assembly of Rotarians, parents, school principals and teachers. Each was awarded a medal and a $100 prize. Biddeford Middle School teacher Carolyn Gosselin said, “This is a powerful assignment for our students and some incredible stories and writing come from the task. Thank you for doing this project.”
The first place winners were: Jillian Boilard, Biddeford Middle School; Grace Sommer, Thornton Academy Middle School, Saco; Lilly Desroberts, Saco Middle School; Gabrielle Perry, Loranger Middle School, Old Orchard Beach; and Chloe Harding, St. James School, Biddeford.
Congratulations to the other prize winners who received $75 or $50 prizes as well: Jillian Burnell and Haillie Gosselin - Biddeford Middle School; D.J. Hodgkin and Ava Leary
- Thornton Academy Middle School, Saco; Izabela Roughton and Damian Heath - Saco Middle School; Emily Tucker and Norah Slattery - Loranger Middle School, Old Orchard Beach; and Avery Cadorette and Grace Poirier - St. James School, Biddeford.
The Biddeford-Saco Rotary Club is pleased to be part of community involvement. If you would like more information on how to become involved with Rotary, please visit their website at www.biddeford-sacorotary.org.
PHOTO CAPTION: The Biddeford-Saco Rotary Club recently awarded winners for their twenty-third annual essay contest (l-r): Jillian Boilard, Biddeford Middle School; Gabrielle Perry, Loranger Middle School, Old Orchard Beach; Chloe Harding, St. James School, Biddeford; Lilly Desroberts, Saco Middle School; and Grace Sommer, Thornton Academy Middle School, Saco.
MANSFIELD, Mass. - Bruce Lawrence Ruben passed away peacefully on April 18, 2018, at the age of 77, after a long and courageous battle with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Through countless setbacks and struggles, Bruce never gave up his over-five-year struggle to beat this disease, so he could have more time with his family and friends.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Ellen Rose (Kaplan), in 2012.
Bruce is survived by his two daughters, Lori (Beth) Ruben Powers, of Mansfield, Mass.; and Sherri Ann Poirier, of Upton, Mass.; his sons-in-law, Mark Powers and Jamey Poirier; his four grandchildren, Madison and Rylie Powers, and Ryan and Jacob Poirier; his brothers, Stuart Ruben and Matthew Ruben; his sister-in-law, Sharon Ruben, wife of Stuart; his partner, Claire McCarthy; and his nieces and nephews.
Bruce was born in Belfast on Oct. 8, 1940, to Max and Gladys Ruben. He was raised in Saco, and graduated from Thornton Academy and then Boston University.
After graduating from Boston University, he moved to New York City where he met his wife, Ellen, at a dance. They married in 1968 and moved to Maine in 1971, settling in Cape Elizabeth where they raised their two girls.
Bruce worked alongside his father, running the Ruben-Biddeford Insurance Agency in Biddeford, eventually becoming president and running the agency on his own, until he retired in 2012.
He was an active member of the Biddeford-Saco community. He was a member of the Biddeford-Saco Country Club, Biddeford-Saco Rotary, Temple Etz Chaim in Biddeford and Temple Beth El in Portland. Besides golf, he enjoyed racquetball and playing poker with his friends, but most of all, he loved spending time with his family and friends.
The funeral will be Friday, April 20, 2018, at Temple Beth El at 1 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at Temple Beth El Memorial Park.
Arrangements were made by Portland Jewish Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please donate in Bruce's memory to Dana Farber, or B'nai Brith.
Due to the merger of Time Warner and Spectrum, the Rotary TV Auction will no longer occur. This new event will replace that joint fundraiser to continue to support your local communities. So, gather some friends, dress the decade and come enjoy the music of the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s (one decade played each hour).
Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 6:30-10:30pm in the new Pepperell Mill Campus Event Room upstairs at 40 Main Street in Biddeford. There is plenty of parking in the York Street Lot and there will be a silent and live auction component. Hors d’ouevres will be donated by Blue Elephant Catering, a cash bar available, and music donated by DJ Webber.
Tickets are $25 each (plus online surcharge) or by contacting a Biddeford Saco or Saco Bay Rotarian.
Energy: Saved enough energy to light 58.8 lightbulbs—24 hours a day—for a year.
Emissions: Saved the emissions equivalent of driving a car 11,131 miles.
Volume: Diverted enough containers to fill 424.8 lobster traps.
Fill up those green bags. If you need more bags and/or labels, just let Julie Villemaire know and she can hook you up…no charge!
Simple fill with returnables and drop off at any Hannaford.
Alternately, if you already have a CLYNK account of your own, you can designate you funds as a donation. Hit the Donate button and search for Rotary and you'll find our account.
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