Two members of our club attended the Rotary International Conference 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Be sure to attend next week's meeting for a full report from Diamond Frandsen and David DiEugenio on all the great things that Rotary has been doing and what new programs and projects Rotary will be working on in 2017-2018.
Were you at the Doggie Derby on Sunday? Check out these beautiful photographs taken by Dawn Davis Photography! Photos are available for purchase or download. Many thanks to Dawn who spent her day capturing our furry friends and their humans! Click on link below to review pictures, you can order prints of your favorite pooch!
The 5th Annual Rotary Club of Forked River Doggie Derby was a howling success!!! Man's best friend was celebrated at this Hometown Family Event with canine demonstrations and competitions, vendors and food, music, rescues and activities for the young, the not so young and all our furry friends. It was a day that brought us together to celebrate all our furbabies and to benefit the many charitable contributions the Rotary Club of Forked River continues to make to our community and our citizens. For those dog owners that had your picture taken by our photographer, details will be forthcoming how you can download your photo and help by contributing to the Rotary Club of Forked River. Thank you all that helped make this great event possible! See you next year!
We lost a friend and long time Rotarian last December. And so, recently the Rotary Club of Forked River honored and celebrated the life of William S. (Bill) Whitson with a special ceremony to bestow Paul Harris Awards to his wife and children. Recounting the early days of Bill's Rotary involvement, founding Rotary Club of Forked River member, George Broome gave the gathering an insight to the man with 5 Paul Harris Awards and his humanitarian passions. Accepting the Paul Harris Awards from Past District Governor Peter Roukis and President William Recevuto, were Bill's wife Susie Whitson, his daughter Dawn Whitson Davis and on behalf of his son William Scott Wilson, Ami Baldi. Bill Whitson will be remembered for many things - his commitment to Rotary and this community, his friendship, his sense of humor and his plaid pants. We will miss you Bill.
Congratulations, to the Interact Club from Lacey Township High School another Presidential Citation from Rotary International for all your projects and programs throughout the year. Here's some photos of last nights Pinning Ceremony & Awards Dinner of the new Interact Board for next year being pinned by out going Board Members. Great group of young adults living up to our organizations' motto " Service Above Self". Thank you and congratulations to Keena Frechette, Interact Advisor for the Interact Club, another fine year of service and making a difference in our community and the world.
The Satellite division recently hosted the Salute to the Seniors of the Month from Lacey Township High School. Chosen from a senior class of over 350 these students consistently demonstrate high scholastic achievements coupled with numerous extracurricular and service activities and contributions. Our Congratulations and Best Wishes for continued success to Seniors Brandon Bielat, Jessica Radomski and Angeline Rafferty! You make us very proud! (pictured Jessica Radomski and her parents and Angeline Rafferty and her parents)
It's getting to be that time of year. Our annual flag sponsorship starts with flag set up and pick up on Memorial Day, which is Monday, May 29th. Jay Pierson and Tom McClung are chairing flag committee, flags will be put out and brought in on May 29th- Memorial Day, June 14th- Flag Day, July 4th- Independence Day, September 4th-Labor Day, September 11th- Day of Service and Rememberance Day, and November 10th-Veterans Day. Be sure to sign up when sheets are passed around at meetings. Below is a picture of Club Rotarians Katie, Ashley and Gabrielle working on sales to the list of businesses along the route.
Friday, June 23rd, 2017 at Captains Inn- E. Lacey Road, Forked River NJ 08731
Only 350 Tickets being sold- 1 Winner $10,000 in Gold Ingots and Engelhard Silver Bars
$100.00 Donation Per Ticket- Additions to your party $35.00 per person at door, Night of Event
Holder of ticket entitled to entry into raffle drawing and invitation to attend Cocktail Party including Open Bar and Appetizers. Live Music and Open Dance Floor.
Cocktail Party starts at 8:00 PM, Grand Prize drawing at 10:00 PM
Proceeds Benefit: Rotary Club of Forked River Scholarship Fund and Charities
The action was fast and furious at Saturday's event. We had 50 Tournament players vying to be this years' Champion. After a few hours of play 40 entrants were sent packing and we were down the the last 10 players at the Final Table. Last years' winner Brian McGauley made it to the final table and was going for the re-peat. After the smoke cleared, this years' Texas Hold Em' Tournament Champion is Tim Petrin a member of our club.
Thank you all that came out and supported our event, see you next year!
Our club added two new members to our roster at last week’s meetings. Joining our club for daytime meetings is Jennifer Clark, sponsored by Jay Pierson. Jennifer works for the Causeway Dealership family in Manahawkin and resides with her family in Forked River. Our second new member is no stranger to Rotary, as her husband Richard Hyer was one of our club's original members and Janice has been active supporting Rotary events in Lacey for a number of years. Janice's sponsor is Tony Angona. Welcome to our club and Rotary Jennifer and Janice!
The yearlong celebration of The Rotary Foundation and 100 years of Doing Good in the World culminates at the Atlanta convention. Help us celebrate in the city where it all began:
Explore The Rotary Foundation Centennial exhibit
Attend the “Doing Good in the World” book signing
Enjoy a special centennial birthday party
DISCOVER ATLANTA
Atlanta is a gracious, warm-hearted city whose rich history and modern, thriving metropolitan area offers something for everyone. Plan now to:
Visit family-friendly attractions like the World of Coca-Cola and the Georgia Aquarium
Enjoy Southern cooking during Restaurant Night
Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the King Center
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
In addition to an unparalleled lineup of speakers, entertainment, and events, this year’s convention offers once-in-a-lifetime activities, including:
Special movie screening of “Gone With the Wind” at the historic Fox Theatre