Rotary Club of Warren

December 14 and 21, 2016

Member Assignments

Greeters

Please Arrive by 11:50 a.m.

12/28 – Marilyn Pape

1/4 – Barry Dunaway

1/11 – Venita Collins

Mobile Meals

12/30 – Pat Miller and David Taylor

1/6 – Dan Rowland and Cleo Royster

1/13 – Genevieve Bauman and Dan DelliQuadri

Fellowship

December – Nick Verina

January – Dave Smith

February - TBA

Invocation

12/28 – Diane Sauer

1/4 – Dave Jenkins

1/11 – Andy Bednar

ROTARY NOTES

A publication of the Rotary Club of Warren, Ohio

Upcoming

Speakers

December 7 Santa (Bill Dieterle) – Santa’s Hideaway Hollow

December 14 Children’s Christmas Party – Harding Madrigals

December 21 Adam Keck – Modern Method Brewery

December 28 Innovation Dance School

January 4 Kelli Coulombe – First Data (Chip Cards/EMV Credit Card Processing)

January 11 Hanifa Nakiryowa – Bright Kids Uganda / Gender Violence

Weekly News and Announcements

Hello Rotarians and Friends! The past couple of Rotary meetings have

been loaded with fun, laughter, and the spirit of Christmas. On December

14th, we held our annual Children’s Christmas Party and, needless to say, it

was fun for children and adults alike. On the 21st, we had a presentation

on craft beers (Chris Shape, we thought of you the entire time!) and

enjoyed the samples distributed to all who were so inclined. If you were

there, you know what I’m talking about when I say it was fabulous….if you

weren’t, you missed some good meetings.

It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just a couple days away. For me,

this year has been really special since it’s the first one in my new home.

The past six months have been some of the happiest of my life and I feel

so blessed to have a home and family that I love so much. I hope each and

every one of you looks back on this year with the same happiness and that

you head into the New Year with optimism, good health, and the belief

that the best is yet to come.

As you know, Nick Verina is in charge of Fellowship this month and has

been sharing the Magic of Rotary with everyone. This week he did a

disappearing act….he wasn’t at the meeting! A little elf told us that he

was enjoying the company of his children and grandchildren. Fear not, we

expect him back next week.

Our Guests and Visiting Rotarians were: Michael Surin (Teri’s husband),

Shari Harrell Shape (Chris’s lovely wife), Bill Marstellar and Bill Duda

(Scott Lewis’s guests), and Patrick Bond (Ginny’s son).

Expressions of Concern – Shari Harrell Shape joined us today and gave us

an update on our dear friend, Chris. She said he just had his second

surgery last Thursday and is recovering at his parent’s home since he is

unable to traverse stairs. The operation went well and it is expected that

it will be about 12 weeks before he can bear weight on his leg. He is being

told that his total recovery could take six to nine months. He hopes to

return to Rotary once his recovery reaches the stage where he can get

around on crutches, walker, etc. Anyone wishing to drop him a note can do

so at his parent’s home at 300 Augusta Place, Warren, OH 44484. Shari

also said that Chris spilled water on his phone and it was out of

commission for a time. He can now, however, take phone calls and accept

text messages if you are so inclined to reach out that way.

Rotary

Motto

Service Above Self

4-Way

Test

Of the things we think, say

or do:

Is it the truth?

Is it fair to all concerned?

Will it build

goodwill and better

friendship?

Will it be beneficial to

all concerned?

Avenues

of Service

Club Service

Vocational Service

Community

Service

International Service

Youth Service

We want Chris and Shari to both know that we stand ready to help in any

way we can…all they need to do is ask. We send our love to Chris and can’t

wait for him to return. He is missed each and every week.

Operation Toys – Mike Bollas reported that he received toys donated by

the Marines from the Toys for Tots program last week. He and Darlene

Mink-Crouse distributed them to Homes for Kids and Children’s Services

in time for the holidays.

Membership Dues – December 31 is the due date for your semi-annual

membership dues. Please get your money to Cheryl by then, or contact

her to make payment arrangements. We accept checks, cash and credit

cards.

Greeters – The sign-up sheet was passed around at this week’s meeting

for greeters beginning in January 2017. It will go around again next week.

Please be sure to sign up to welcome our guests and friends to our weekly

meetings. It may seem like a small thing, but it sets the tone for the

entire meeting.

Slice of the Valley/Pizza Challenge – We now have a date for the next

Pizza Challenge. It will be on Saturday, February 18th, at St. Demetrios.

Heather Sahli from the Mahoning Valley Scrappers will be helping with the

publicity this year and we could not be more delighted. Anyone wishing to

help with the event should contact Julia Wetstein so they can be included

in any upcoming committee meetings.

RI International Convention – As you know, next year our club will be

celebrating its 100th anniversary. Julia Wetstein would love to have a

booth at the Convention in the House of Friendship to let our closest

35,000+ friends know what we have accomplished in our first 100 years.

The Convention will be held from June 10 to 14, 2017. The deadline for

early registration is passed, but it’s not too late to get registered.

Expect to hear more about the upcoming convention in Atlanta, GA as the

year goes by.

Hospitality Suite at the District Conference – President Julia announced

that Warren Rotary would be hosting the Hospitality Suite at the District

Conference next April. A committee has been identified and will be

working on plans. More information will come as the year progresses.

Please mark your calendars that the Conference will take place at Avalon

Inn on April 7 and 8, 2017. There will also be Golf Outing held to benefit

the Women Veteran’s Golf Program.

Rotary

Code of

Conduct

As a Rotarian, I will:

Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my personal

and professional

life.

Deal fairly with others

and treat them and their

occupations with respect.

Use my

professional skills through

Rotary to mentor young people, help those with

special needs, and improve

people’s quality of life

in my community

and the world.

Avoid behavior that

reflects adversely on

Rotary or other

Rotarians.

Magazine Report

This week, Diane Sauer gave the Magazine Report for December. But…did

she give the usual kind of report? She did NOT! It went like this:

“Twas the week before Christmas, when all through the lunch

Rotarians were gathered, a festive looking bunch.

The Banners were hung by the tables with care

In the hopes that a Rotarian review would soon happen there.

The members were nestled all snug at their tables

While visions of Rotary reviews became quite a fable.

And, Julia in her kerchief and Andy in his cap

Had just settled in for a long winters nap.

When out in the parking lot arose such a clatter

They sprang from the chairs to see what was the

matter.

Away to the doorway they flew like a flash

Tore open it up as quickly as a dash.

But what to their wondering eyes did appear

But a miniature Chevy with eight tiny Rotarian

reindeer.

With a little old driver so lively and quick

They knew in a minute it was Diane St. Nick.

More rapid than eagles her courses they came

And she whistled and shouted and called them by

name.

Now Julia, now Andy, now Cheryl, now Bob,

On Denise, on Dallas, on Teri, on Rob.

To the top of the porch to the top of the wall

Now dash away, dash away, dash away all.

The stories in the Magazine are there to be read

You can do it at night when you’re snuggled in bed.

The main story is about an Oregon River

The pollution so bad it will make you shiver.

One story titled tricks of the trade

It’s about con artists and how they are made.

And shelter boxes, and how they can aid

And members of Rotary who volunteer, not paid

World Roundup brings new from around the world

And the Rotary Rose Parade Float doing good in the world.

If you really want to know, grab a copy of the book

And take your time and give it a good look.

And laying her finger aside of her nose

Areas of

Focus

Promoting peace

Fighting disease

Providing clean water

Saving mothers and

children

Supporting education

Growing local economies

2016-2017

Club

Officers

President Julia Wetstein

President Elect Andy Bednar

Vice President Roxy Vaughn

Secretary-Treasurer

Cheryl Oblinger

Past President Mike Bollas

Board

Members Venita Collins Tony Iannucci Cleo Royster

Paul Pal Teri Surin

Kim Straniak Nick Verina

And giving a nod to the parking lot she rose.

She sprang to her Chevy, to her team gave a whistle

And away they all drove live the down of a thistle.

But, she was heard to exclaim as she drove out of sight,

Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night!

Absolutely priceless!! Thank you, Diane!!

New Member Inducted

We were delighted to welcome Sandra Kellar into

our Warren Rotary family today. Sandra is a

property manager at Highland Terrace and was

sponsored into the club by Rob Berk. She was born

and raised in Warren, has been married for 31

years, has three children, and one granddaughter.

Sandra worked for Verizon for 21 years and decided to try something

different, going to work for Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority. She

said it is the most rewarding job she has ever had and she says her mission

in life now is to make a difference in the lives of the children in her

development. She said her property has 200 units and there are 4 to 6

children in each one. She said that since she has been there they have

installed a playground, basketball court, baseball field and will be

constructing a pavilion in the future. She spoke passionately about the work

she is doing in conjunction with others in the community and said that

Rotary’s commitment to Service Above Self is why she is so excited to

become a Rotarian.

Well, we are excited to have her join us and look forward to getting to know

her better over the weeks and months to come.

Children’s Christmas Party

Our heartfelt thanks go out to the Committee members who ensured that

the children and their families had a great time at the annual Christmas

Party on December 14th. Each child received a gift, had a chance to see

Santa, listen to lively music by the Rotary Wheels, and enjoy a beautiful

program by the Harding Madrigal Choir. It wouldn’t be Christmas without a

visit with the children from Children’s Rehab and Santa!

Rotary Club

Foundation

Board

President

Chris Shape

Vice President George

Thompson

Secretary-Treasurer

Cheryl Oblinger

Julia Wetstein Roxy Vaughn Diane Sauer

Cindy Matheson

Contact Us

Rotary Club of Warren

P. O. Box 68 Warren, OH

44482

Our

Website

warrenrotary.org

If you have suggestions or

comments regarding our newsletter, or would like to

become a sponsor,

please contact Cheryl

Oblinger.

http://www.warrenrotary.org/

Modern Methods Brewery

On December 21st, Adam Keck joined us from

Modern Methods Brewery to talk about his life-

long love of crafting beers.

Adam was born and raised in North Jackson and

had an interest in brewing beer starting as a teen.

He has been brewing beer and giving it to friends

for some time and is now in the process of opening Modern Methods

Brewery in Warren. This will be the first brewery in Warren since 1880

and will be located near the Parking Deck on David Grohl Alley.

Adam is hoping to have the tap room and tasting rooms open in late

spring/early summer. The exact date is not known as he is still getting all

the governmental approvals in place.

About a year ago, Adam began seeking investors in his brewery and he

continues to do so even today. He has just leased the Beight building and

will be working to get it cleaned and prepared for public use. While he will

not have a restaurant onsite, he will offer cheese plates, pretzels, etc. and

will also work with other downtown restaurants to fulfill food orders from

his guests. He is also open to hosting social events on a limited basis.

He brought samples of his Christmas Ale for members to try and at the

end of our meeting raffled off growlers to two lucky people, Michael Surin

and Ted Stazak. We wish Adam all the luck in the world and hope to see

him soon at his new business…maybe a Rotary social event!

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Celebrating December Birthdays

The following Rotarians are celebrating birthdays this month.

We wish them many more to come!

Robin Patton Ken Bauer

Darlene Mink-Crouse Michael Morales

Jerry Donohoe

Triple Jackpot

The Grand Jackpot this week was: $811

Our Daily Jackpot Winner was:

Andy Bednar

Happy Bucks

Andy Bednar – For winning the daily jackpot,

for Diane Sauer’s Magazine report.

Rob Berk – For Sandra Kellar joining the club

today, for the upcoming holiday.

Ted Stazak – For finding out he’s on the NICE

list for Christmas.

Ginny Bond – For her son joining her at today’s

meeting.

Tony Iannucci – For our speaker and his new Warren business,

for the blood drawing on Friday (volunteers are still needed).

Judy Masaki – For the Children’s Christmas Party, Happy Holidays to all!

Bob Jadloski – He paid a fine for his phone ringing during the meeting,

for our speaker, for our new member.

Shari Harrell Shape – For Chris’s improving health, for all the concern

shown by Rotarians.

Julia Wetstein – For the cookies Rob Berk brought to today’s meeting.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!

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