January January 2013 2014 January 2017 Monthly Newsletter The Rotary Club of Geneseo, N.Y. Club 4780 of District 7120 www.geneseorotary.com January 2017 Birthdays Rotary Anniversaries Sharyn Duffy PP Dean Johnston Marilyn Lyon Jan. 7 PP Chris Rider Jan. 11 PP Kurt Fletcher Jan. 28 PP Dick Gallivan Jan. 29 Joyce Horner PP Art Hatton Wedding Anniversaries Darcy Dewar Lynch PP Dick & Sally Gallivan January 8th January 14th January 17th January 31st B Rotary Archive y the 1920 s, Rotary knew it could be successful in large cities, but could it be successful in smaller cities and even small towns. We know the answer because Rotary is everywhere. It is not the size of the city but rather, it is the size of the heart of club members that determines the success of a Rotary Club. Source: Rotary International Upcoming Events District Assembly April 8th Sponsored by Newark Rotary Club District Conference May 19-21 Erie. PA
January 2017 P a g e 2 Holiday Party Held on Dec. 5th Our Club s annual holiday party was held on December 5th at the Yard of Ale in Piffard. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner and fellowship Good Neighbor Bowling Event Held on December 28th PP Paul Metzger reports that approximately 65 people attended the event with 45 bowling. There were eight volunteers of Rotarians and non-rotarians. Rotary Archive January, 1911 The first issue of The National Rotarian (later The Rotarian) is published. To subscribe to the digital edition, visit the following website: http://www.rotary.org/en/media ANDNEWS/THEROTARIAN/Digi tal/pages/ridefault.aspx The Red The Salvation Army Kettle Red Kettle Campaign Campaign is the largest fundraising event for the Thanks to Everyone Who Volunteered! Salvation Army.
January 2017 P a g e 3 Tournament of Roses Parade January 2nd Rotary Float Entry The 2017 Float promotes and celebrates the 100 years of The Rotary Foundation. The Foundation empowers Rotarians to travel throughout the world and create and complete projects which serve people in need in six areas of focus which are: promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, supporting education, and growing local economies. The spectacular and colorful dragon is clearly a world traveler carrying luggage decorated with the six symbols of the areas of focus. The Dragon also is proudly wearing a necklace with a medallion marked 100 for the 100 years of service. the float is not a project of Rotary International, and no Rotary International funds are used. Our ability to enter a float is dependent solely on the generosity of Rotarians. http://rotaryfloat.org/
January 2017 P a g e 4 Rotary s Sherman Award recipient has long history of influencing community service By BEN BEAGLE BEN@LIVINGSTONNEWS.COM Published Wednesday, December 28, 2016 Ben Beagle/Livingston County News Awardee. From left Geneseo Rotary Past President Art Hatton, Gretchen Crane, Robert Kelsey, wife Donna, and current Rotary President Tim Hayes pose for a photo shortly after Robert Kelsey was presented with the Ray C. Sherman Award for Community Service. Public service has always been key in the life of Robert A. Kelsey. It was just the way we were brought up, said the longtime Geneseo resident. The family was always looking out for others. Kelsey grew up the son of a National Guard commandant, served 20 years himself achieving the rank of major, and taught industrial arts at Geneseo Central School for 33 years where, as an advisor to student council he helped students see the importance of giving back to their community and being helpful to others. Everyone wanted to get involved because of Bob and the scene he set for us, said Gretchen Crane, a former student of Kelsey s who nominated him for Geneseo Rotary s Ray C. Sherman Award for Community Service. The award was presented Dec. 19 during a Geneseo Rotary luncheon. Kelsey was joined by his wife, Donna, their daughter and son-in-law and two granddaughters. Complete story available at.. http://www.thelcn.com/lcn01/rotarys-sherman-award-recipient-has-long-history-ofinfluencing-community-service-20161228
January 2017 P a g e 5 Rotary International Assembly IN MEMORIAM Paul Percy Harris January 15-20 San Diego, California April 19, 1868 - January 27, 1947 Food Pantry Day January 2 January is Rotary Vocational Service Month Geneseo Summer Festival SAVE THE DATES July 7th and 8th Last Night Perry and Sports Night Perry December 31st 6 pm Info available at http://www.lastnightperry. com/
January 2017 P a g e 6 12/3/2016 Livingston County News Geneseo Welcomes Santa with ChristmaSing and Taste of the Finger Lakes By Conrad Baker GENESEO The Village resounded with carols Saturday as over 100 rosycheeked folks came out to usher in the new season. Mayor Richard Hatheway greeted the carolers as they arrived at the bear fountain for the lighting of the trees. A huge thank you to Geneseo Rotary and the Merchants, said Hatheway. Complete story available at... http://geneseesun.com/geneseowelcomes-santa-withchristmasing-and-taste-of-thefinger-lakes/ Is it the Truth? Is it Fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
January 2017 P a g e 7 Good Neighbor Committee News Geneseo Rotary has budgeted $1,000 for upcoming Good Neighbor events. Keyboard Kamp reports that ongoing lessons are proceeding well for 16 Kampers. One more guitar teacher is needed for a waiting Kamper. In discussing the use of school buses for our events, we learned that the bus drivers have been volunteering their services. We are all appreciative of their service. Source. November Good Neighbor Committee Minutes Quote of the Month To try to make the world in some way better than you found it is to have a noble motive in life. Andrew Carnegie Christmas Distribution of Food & Gifts From the ABC s of Rotary..The first regular Rotary luncheon meeting was held in Oakland, California in 1909. Our Club s annual distribution of food baskets and gifts was held on December 17th Volunteers gathered at noon that day at the Presbyterian Church and set out on their appointed rounds to deliver the items to families in need. Thanks to all the volunteers.