Rotary FLASH of 06-27-2006
THE FLASH of The Rotary Club of Greensburg for June 27, 2006 PRESIDENT’S DAY CELEBRATION FOR CATHY AND MARY
A time of endings and beginnings!
The setting was a gracious dining area at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, the rain had stopped and everything was in good form. As we entered the meeting area, music floated from the keyboard of Chris Pangikas, a friend of Gene James, and it filled the air. Amid the many conversations of those gathered, cheese, fruit, and beverages were served and exclaimed over! (P.S. – the pineapple was absolutely sweet and delicious.) A big screen honored our president Cathy Baumann.
Our President Elect, Mary Clymer rang the bell and in a gracious manner called us to our seats. Some of us were a little hard of hearing, but we were promptly seated. Mary called on Seth Porter, the recipient of the Kenneth P. Rutter Scholarship to give the invocation for us. Dinner was served buffet style and in the usual luscious manner of the catering service at UPG it was outstanding.
Following dinner, Mary noted that we had two unfortunate events occur: first, Chris Rizk was quite ill and in the hospital. Mary sent a card around for us to sign, and we wish Chris our best, and keep her in our prayers. The second was that Tony Martino needed desperately for us to fill empty slots on Sunday July 2, Monday July 3, and Tuesday July 4, for the Arts and Heritage Festival Booth. A Clip board was sent around to the members present to sign up. IF YOU WERE NOT PRESENT, please call Tony or if you were present and didn’t respond, WE NEED YOU. Call him.
PAUL HARRIS AWARDS were introduced by PDG Bill Kern, with a history of the award; and then he called upon Ed Nemanic for the first presentation of the evening to his wife, Camille. Then Ray Charley made the second presentation to his wife, Kay. Unfortunately Kay was not with us because of illness, and we remember her in our thoughts and prayers. Both ladies were praised by their husbands for the impact they have had on their lives and the lives of those in our community. We salute them for their good works. CONGRATULATIONS!
Mary took over the podium once again and read us a letter from an exchange student whom we sponsored, thanking us for making a most memorable year for them in international relationships. This effort does make a difference in lives of our youth!
A skit of the trials and tribulations, joys and accomplishments of the past year under the leadership of Cathy Baumann was presented by Mary Clymer, Dennis Cremonese, Carl Rossman and Gene James. Using audiovisual images, and a right interesting dialogue, they caught our year in a NUT shell. Sometimes the nut was cracked! But it was all there. Good job!
Cathy got a standing ovation! Following this presentation, Cathy thanked the club for the efforts of the year, and called her board to present them with a token of her appreciation for all they had done.
Mary popped up again with the microphone and announced that there would be a board meeting on July 13 at UPG, and that THERE WOULD NOT BE A REGULAR MEETING ON JULY 4 AT THE SHERATON – BUT WE ARE ALL URGED TO BE AT THE FESTIVAL BOOTH THAT DAY!
She then asked Cathy to come forward again, and presented her with the Past President’s Pin from our club in appreciation for her leadership. Following this, Ed Nemanic awarded the Kenneth P. Rutter Scholarship for the first time to Seth Porter who will be attending Ohio Christian University in Ohio. Seth shared with us that his goal is to serve in a mission field in Bolivia. His schooling will begin on Sept. 1. The funds for the scholarship of $4000. were taken from the $35,000. raised by the club and community this past May for Dr. Rutter’s scholarship. (A reminder that we can contribute to this fund in memory of a loved one, or to honor a personal friend. We hope to increase the principal amount so that we can continue to offer a significant scholarship to the selected recipient.)
Cathy Baumann led the club in the four way test and rang the club bell for the last time of her presidency. Well done, Cathy!
Welcome, Mary Clymer – it’s just begun, and you will have our love and support!
DOCTOR HOWER can use some more help for the FISHING OUTING FOR ARC. 4:30 on Thursday, June 29 at his home. It’s a fun day – so if at all possible, pitch in! It is for a good cause.
COMING EVENTS
JUNE 29 - ROTARY FISHING OUTING FOR ARC
JULY 1,2,3,4 - ARTS & HERITAGE FESTIVAL – ROTARY BOOTH
NEW MEMBERS THIS ROTARY YEAR:
1. Charles Quiggle, sponsored by Chef Dato and Paul Hochendoner, July 12, 2005
2. Karen McCalpin, sponsored by Mary Clymer, July 26, 2005
3. Bob Ottaviani, sponsored by Bill Kern, August 23, 2005
4. Dr. Steven Ender, sponsored by Tom Jachimowicz, November 8, 2005
5. Michael A. Monsour sponsored by Chuck Anderson, Jan. 3, 2006
6. George Ross sponsored by John Kline, February 14, 2006
7. Ben Polieastro Jr. sponsored by Bill McGrath, March 1, 2006
8. Douglas Marks sponsored by Mark Barnhart, March 1, 2006
9. Amelia “Millie” Love sponsored by Cesare Muccari, March 28, 2006
10. Debbie Nye sponsored by Bill Taylor, April 11, 2006
11. Ted McDonnell sponsored by Kevin Metsger, May 9, 2006
12. Daniel Carr sponsored by Bob Bloom, June 20, 2006
OUR MEMBERSHIP GOAL OF 12 NEW MEMBERS HAS BEEN MET! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
Rotary FLASH of June 20, 2006
THE FLASH of The Rotary Club of Greensburg for June 20, 2006Things To Remember
“All human beings should try to learn before they die what they are running from, and to, and why.” James Thurber
“Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little.” Edmund Burke
“Eternal vigilance is the price of freedom.”
“Your last regular meeting, President Cathy! – and HERE comes President’s Day”
NEXT WEEK: PRESIDENT’S DAY DINNER AT UPG, 6 P.M. -- NO NOON MEETING AT THE SHERATON.
Our meeting at Four Points Sheraton, was called to order by President Cathy Baumann. We began the meeting in our usual manner, with the salute to the flag, God Bless America, and the invocation by Bob Wilson.
SERGEANT OF ARMS REPORT by Dr. Bill McGrath: Out of our 107 members, there were 59 Rotarians in attendance, and our guests: Tyler Courtney hosted John Barth; Bobbi Stemmler Guest hosted her husband, Ed; Ed Meadows brought his wife, Sue – but lost her for awhile, however she did return; Chuck Anderson introduced his son-in-law Marcello; and Joe Peluso hosted Anthony Aubrey. Thanks for bringing all our guests to the meeting!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
President Elect Mary reminded the club that our President’s Night was next week at UPG . A CHANGE OF LOCALE AT UPG was announced. IT will be INDOORS AT WAGNER DINING HALL located in CHAMBERS HALL. Time:6 p.m..
Tony Martino asked us to sign up to work at the Arts & Heritage Booth this year, July 1,2,3,4 – clip board going around, or call Tony. Also we have a need for sponsors for the ARTS AND HERITAGE BOOTH at $100. each. We could USE YOUR HELP by getting your firm to help sponsor. WE COULD USE YOU AS WELL – he needs 2 captains for evenings. IT’S COMING SOON – so please get on board!
DOCTOR HOWER can use some more help for the FISHING OUTING FOR ARC. 4:30 on Thursday, June 29 at his home. It’s a fun day – so if at all possible, pitch in! It is for a good cause.
GOLF OUTING FINAL REPORT was better than ever. Chuck Anderson reported that with all bills paid, the proceeds of the event would add $13,250. for use in our charitable endeavors. WOW! And he says it will get better! Thanks, Chuck, for all your hard work in making this a real success!
NEWEST MEMBER (AND YOUNGEST) - Joe Peluso presided over the induction of Daniel Carr into membership of our Rotary Club. His sponsor was Bob Bloom. We welcome him, his thoughts, and his help into our club. He visited our club as a student, and later inquired of Dr. Rutter about becoming a member. We are glad he did! WELCOME AGAIN!
MEMBERSHIP PROPOSAL – The Board of Directors has approved the following for publication:
John Barth, owner of Benjamin Franklin Plumbing in Youngwood, PA. John resides in Friedens, PA. He has attended the required two meetings as a guest. Tyler Courtney proposes him for membership. The Secretary must receive any objections to membership in writing within 7 days.
JOHN DICKSON presided over our BIRTHDAY TABLE sans cake today. However, the icing was heavy! He did note that we had pudding instead. Before the birthdays, he noted the Club membership anniversaries. Heading the list was Jim Thomas with 49 years of membership! Then Chick Trafford with 34 years; Adib Barsoum with 31 years, Joe Peluso with 25; Dave Robinson with 15; Jim Steeley with 7, Dennis Cremonese with 5, and John Dickson IV with 4. CONGRATS!
BIRTHDAYS WERE LINKED WITH CELEBRITIES - the question is, do they fit together? John thought so, but you judge. Pete Cecconi – Maureen Stapleton; Dennis Cremonese – Jerry Mathers (the Beaver); Wayne Doyle – Boy George; Karl Eisaman –June Carter Cash; Bill Kern,P.D.G. – Col. John Parker; Tony Martino – Slim Pickens; Ted McDonnell – Jacques Cousteau; Sue McFarland – Something Murray; Joe Peluso- Ella Didrikson. Anyhow we all wished them a happy birthday in our usual good singing style.
PROGRAM FOR THE DAY Auto biography by our own ED NEMANIC. We learned some interesting facts about one who has worked so hard for our Rotary Club. Ed was born in Carrick, 1 of 5 children, and had 3 older sisters who wouldn’t let him get away with much. (Or so he tells us.) 1965 his family moved to East High Acres and he went to school in Latrobe until his family decided to send him to Greensburg Central Catholic, where he graduated in 1980. From there he attended Duquesne University, graduating in 1984 and going to work for Merrill Lynch in Washington D.C. While in college, he met Camille and was later married. He and Camille with a new daughter subsequently moved to Philadelphia, Camille’s hometown, and he found employment at PNC. In 1994 his job with PNC brought him to Greensburg. In 2001 he accepted an offer from Commercial Bank and is currently employed there. Ed likes to golf, cook, garden, play guitar (likes to jam with other Rotarians). HE was president of our club in 2002-2003. He, Camille and their 3 children will celebrate their 20th Wedding Anniversary on July 5. We are proud to have him in our friendship and our club. Thanks, Ed!
FOR THE LAST TIME, PRESIDENT CATHY ANNOUNCED THAT THERE WOULD BE A SHORT BOARD MEETING FOLLOWING THE FOUR WAY TEST.
FUTURE PROGRAMS:
6/27/06 – PRESIDENT’S DAY DINNER at UPG, 6 p.m.
Honoring Cathy and Installing Mary
COMING EVENTS
JUNE 27 - PRESIDENT’S NIGHT at UPG – 6 P.M.
JUNE 29 - ROTARY FISHING OUTING FOR ARC
JULY 1,2,3,4 - ARTS & HERITAGE FESTIVAL – ROTARY BOOTH
NEW MEMBERS THIS ROTARY YEAR:
1. Charles Quiggle, sponsored by Chef Dato and Paul Hochendoner, July 12, 2005
2. Karen McCalpin, sponsored by Mary Clymer, July 26, 2005
3. Bob Ottaviani, sponsored by Bill Kern, August 23, 2005
4. Dr. Steven Ender, sponsored by Tom Jachimowicz, November 8, 2005
5. Michael A. Monsour sponsored by Chuck Anderson, Jan. 3, 2006
6. George Ross sponsored by John Kline, February 14, 2006
7. Ben Polieastro Jr. sponsored by Bill McGrath, March 1, 2006
8. Douglas Marks sponsored by Mark Barnhart, March 1, 2006
9. Amelia “Millie” Love sponsored by Cesare Muccari, March 28, 2006
10. Debbie Nye sponsored by Bill Taylor, April 11, 2006
11. Ted McDonnell sponsored by Kevin Metsger, May 9, 2006
12. Daniel Carr sponsored by Bob Bloom, June 20, 2006
OUR MEMBERSHIP GOAL OF 12 NEW MEMBERS HAS BEEN MET! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
Rotary FLASH of 06-13-2006
THE FLASH of The Rotary Club of Greensburg for June 13, 2006Things To Remember
“Choose a job you love and you will never work a day in your life.” Confucius
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you got to put up with the rain.” Dolly Parton
“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine.” Proverbs 17:22
“Just TWO more meetings, President Cathy! – and then—“
Our meeting at Four Points Sheraton, was called to order by Mary Clymer President-Elect. President Cathy Baumann was out of town. We began the meeting in our usual manner, with the salute to the flag, God Bless America, and the invocation by Dr. Bill McGrath.
SERGEANT OF ARMS REPORT by Dennis Cremonese: Out of our 107 members, there were 56 Rotarians in attendance, and our guests: Will Brown welcomed Bob Whetsel; Don Bloom presented his wife Isabel; Dick McNeel discovered that Janet was there! We are so happy they joined us for the meeting today!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
President Elect Mary reminded the club that our President’s Night was coming up in 2 weeks at UPG Lynch Court yard. And asked that we return our invitation response card a.s.a.p.!!!!!!!!
Rebecka Hutchinson reported for Chef Dato. Those Rotarians going to attend his GRAND OPENING of his new restaurant, CASA CHAPALA in Ligonier on June 17 are requested to call and make a reservation so that he can plan for us. After the complimentary food you can also order from the menu, if you wish. HE would love to see us there!
Bill Taylor announced that we made $1040. on the tickets bought for the 84 LUMBER GOLF CLASSIC. Also, this THURSDAY at either of Ray Charley’s SHOP ‘N SAVE STORES, 10% of the meat sales will benefit the Boy Scouts. He urged us to stock up on meat at Ray’s stores that day!
Tony Martino asked for us to look at the flyers on each table which held information about being a sponsor for the ARTS AND HERITAGE BOOTH for this year. We could USE YOUR HELP by getting your firm to help sponsor. WE COULD USE YOU AS WELL – he needs 2 captains for evenings of July 3 and 4. IT’S COMING SOON – so please get on board! He also announced that the A&H committee would meet tomorrow night.
FISHING OUTING FOR ARC sign up sheet was going around again, Dr. Hower requested we sign up and help out for either helping at the pond (with fishing gear) or on the serving end of the food. Maps are available to his place.
John Dickson XXI thanked everyone who helped with the Highway Cleanup last Saturday; he thinks that enough was collected to send Bob Wilson to camp this year!
Mary Clymer called a brief Board of Directors Meeting following the four way test.
MEMBERSHIP PROPOSAL
The Board of Directors has approved the following for publication:
Daniel Carr, Owner of Ethix Systems (computer consulting, office networking, software engineering), residing and conducting business in Greensburg, has been proposed for membership by Bob Bloom. Dan has attended at least two meetings as a guest. Any objection to him becoming a member must be received in writing by the Secretary within the required seven days…June 20th. Without objection, Dan will be inducted into the Club.
PROGRAM FOR THE DAY was ADIB BARSOUM who gave us an update on his second trip to Kenya and the Children’s Hospital at Kijabe. He and his wife volunteered and worked there from mid January to March of this year.
It is an Africa Inland Church Mission. Most of the physicians are from America and the United Kingdom who volunteer from 6 months to a year. There are only 2 permanent physicians at the Children’s part of the hospital . The volunteers complete about 250 to 300 procedures on the children per month. The presentation made us all realize how privileged we are to live in such a world where people are touched to share of their talent and skills to change lives for the better.
Adib also took us on a bit of a safari with him and Joy. We got to see some of the fabulous animals roaming around the lands there. We’re glad they did not get too close. What a beautiful country we saw! Thanks, Adib!
FUTURE PROGRAMS:
6/20/06 - John Dickson and the Birthday Bash
6/27/06 – PRESIDENT’S DAY DINNER at UPG, 6 p.m.
Honoring Cathy and Installing Mary
COMING EVENTS
JUNE 27 - PRESIDENT’S NIGHT at UPG
JUNE 29 - ROTARY FISHING OUTING FOR ARC
NEW MEMBERS THIS ROTARY YEAR:
1. Charles Quiggle, sponsored by Chef Dato and Paul Hochendoner, July 12, 2005
2. Karen McCalpin, sponsored by Mary Clymer, July 26, 2005
3. Bob Ottaviani, sponsored by Bill Kern, August 23, 2005
4. Dr. Steven Ender, sponsored by Tom Jachimowicz, November 8, 2005
5. Michael A. Monsour sponsored by Chuck Anderson, Jan. 3, 2006
6. George Ross sponsored by John Kline, February 14, 2006
7. Ben Polieastro Jr. sponsored by Bill McGrath, March 1, 2006
8. Douglas Marks sponsored by Mark Barnhart, March 1, 2006
9. Amelia “Millie” Love sponsored by Cesare Muccari, March 28, 2006
10. Debbie Nye sponsored by Bill Taylor, April 11, 2006
11. Ted McDonnell sponsored by Kevin Metsger, May 9, 2006
Rotary FLASH of 06-06-2006
THE FLASH of The Rotary Club of Greensburg for June 6, 2006Things To Remember
“He who looks for a star, puts out his candle.”
“There always comes a time when one must choose between contemplation and action.” Albert Camus
“Words not only affect us temporarily; they change us, they socialize or unsocialize us.” Sociologist David Riesman
“Just three more meetings, President Cathy! – and then the memories are great!”
Meeting at Four Points Sheraton, President Cathy Baumann called the meeting to order in our usual manner, with the salute to the flag, God Bless America, and the invocation by Dr. James Thomas.
SERGEANT OF ARMS REPORT by Dr. Bill McGrath: Out of our 107 members, there were 60 Rotarians in attendance, and our exchange student Jorge. Guests: Bob Bloom introduced Dan Carr.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
President Cathy asked for Chuck Anderson and the Golf Outing Committee to come forward. She praised them for the great event that they planned, worked, and made happen. It was a FABULOUS Day!! Chuck reported that everything came off in a sparkling manner, the Silent Auction, the 50/50, the Hole in One, and the golfers themselves! He reported that the club cleared over $10,000. for our projects – and that it was a lot of FUN. He says onward and upward for next year!
CATHY’S OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS: The club received a Thank you for the memorial gift presented for Mike Monsour’s mother. Please note that on the Rotary International Website there is a trip offered to Turkey. If interested please make sure you respond as directed on the Web. WELCOME HOME shelter for families, a project of the Greensburg Ministerial Association needs some volunteer help for a project on July 8.
DR. TOM HOWER asked our members to sign the clipboard for the ARC Fishing Event on June 29, at 4:30 p.m. Help is needed at the pond area in keeping the fishing poles and the bait together, helping the ARC students, and in the food arena. This has always been a rewarding day. Let’s keep it up! IF YOU DIDN’T SIGN UP - CALL Dr. Hower!
CARL ROSSMAN presented Jorge to the club for the last time this year. Jorge is scheduled to depart for his home tomorrow. It has been wonderful having him a part of our fellowship and we hope he take a good feeling with him. He presented the club with a Rotary flag from his town, and said that the club acted like a father to him, that it was really nice here and he hated to leave. We will miss him. Godspeed, Jorge!
CHEF DATO invited us all to a special event at his new restaurant in Ligonier on June 17. It is called CASA CHAPALIA and is located next to the YMCA in Ligonier. I’m sure he’d be pleased to greet us there at any time! Congrats, Dato! You deserve it!
TODAY’S PROGRAM was presented by KAREN McCalpin on the work of PA Cleanways. She shared some astounding stories with us about the program by 11 staff members and 28000 volunteers who are striving to make Pennsylvania clear of litter, and illegal dumps. We salute her and her organization. They are vital to a better state! Thank you, Karen.
FUTURE PROGRAMS:
6/13/06 - Adib Barsoum: “Africa Adventures”
6/20/06 - John Dickson and the Birthday Bash
6/27/06 – PRESIDENT’S DAY DINNER at UPG, 6 p.m.
COMING EVENTS
JUNE 7 – Boy Scout Dinner at Greensburg Country Club
JUNE 10- HIGHWAY CLEAN UP call Mr. Dickson to sign up. Hurry!
JUNE 27 - PRESIDENT’S NIGHT at UPG
JUNE 29 - ROTARY FISHING OUTING FOR ARC
EIGHTY FOUR LUMBER GOLF CLASSIC TICKETS – Sept. 14-17; contact Bill Taylor. Money comes back to our club for our charity projects. It’s a good deal.
NEW MEMBERS THIS ROTARY YEAR:
1. Charles Quiggle, sponsored by Chef Dato and Paul Hochendoner, July 12, 2005
2. Karen McCalpin, sponsored by Mary Clymer, July 26, 2005
3. Bob Ottaviani, sponsored by Bill Kern, August 23, 2005
4. Dr. Steven Ender, sponsored by Tom Jachimowicz, November 8, 2005
5. Michael A. Monsour sponsored by Chuck Anderson, Jan. 3, 2006
6. George Ross sponsored by John Kline, February 14, 2006
7. Ben Polieastro Jr. sponsored by Bill McGrath, March 1, 2006
8. Douglas Marks sponsored by Mark Barnhart, March 1, 2006
9. Amelia “Millie” Love sponsored by Cesare Muccari, March 28, 2006
10. Debbie Nye sponsored by Bill Taylor, April 11, 2006
11. Ted McDonnell sponsored by Kevin Metsger, May 9, 2006