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Upcoming MEETINGS & Events 
>May 8, 2025:  Happy Hour at The Legion at 5:30.  Lori Ruhlman is hosting.
>May 15, 2025:  Regular meeting but different meeting place and time!   Meet at 6:00 at The Barrow Gallery.  Following a brief tour we'll walk to The Sherwood for our regular dinner.
RSVP to Ed Evans by Tuesday, May 6 (RSVP is needed by The Sherwood!)
              eae3972@aol.com or 425-503-9044
>May 15, 2025:  BOD meeting at The Sherwood at 5:00
>May 22, 2025:  Take the week off.  No meeting.
General Schedule - for meetings - see notices below

 
 
"SPRING FLING".....What a Night!!!!
     It was an evening filled with celebration, great food and drink, comraderie, member recognition and memories. 
     After a cocktail hour with Margaritas and Mint Juleps prepared by Bill B and Ed we enjoyed a Northwest themed dinner in anticipation of Robin's upcoming move.  Ed creatively and thoughtfully curated the special menu which was enjoyed by all.
     Following dinner there were a number of special recognitions.  First the snowbirds were welcomed back:  John Devins, Jack and Joan Emmer, Vince Magnota, Chuck O'Neil and Carolyn Legg, Lori Ruhlman and last but not least Roberta and Kosta.
     New club members since our last celebration of Spring were introduced:  Larry Jerome, Corey Bauman, Kelley Wilson and Brad Wilson.  So happy to have you on board!
     New Paul Harris levels were awarded. Al Coates was the first member recognized.  Unfortunately, Al was not able to join us, so John B took a video of the award as everyone clapped and cheered for Dana.  The video will be shared with Dana and Joan.  Craig Froelich, Ed Evans and Robin Jowaisas were then presented with their awards. 
    A tribute to Robin was made.  Robin and Joyce are heading to a new home in Portland Oregon in a few days to begin new adventures and be near family.  We will miss Robin as he has been a steadfast club member for over 24 years.   Robin has also been the club's stalwart leader of our pancake breakfast as well as our emcee for the Holiday Basket dinner for many years.  Thank you to Robin for all that he has done and best of wishes to both Robin and Joyce. 
{see more on this meeting below}
Last Meeting: May 1, 2025
THE BEGINNING:  Our "Spring Fling" celebration began with the Pledge of Allegiance led by President Andy who then welcomed our many guests:  our friends from the Sunrise Club, spouses and partners and our exchange student, Lena.
Opening Remarks:  Andy welcomed Claire Elizabeth, newborn daughter of Katie and Dillon Brown to our Rotary family.  After that we welcomed a new club member as Amy Ryan was inducted to the club.  Amy is sponsored by Robin who gave us an impressive summary of her talents and accomplishments.   
ANNOUNCEMENTS
>Pancake Breakfast tickets: John Moran passed out packets of tickets and reminded us of the importance of pre-sale income.  We need to cover our expenses and the sale of tickets prior to the actual breakfast is what makes that happen. 
>Samaritan Center Service Project:  Reminder to meet at the Samaritan Center this Saturday, May 3rd at 12:30.  Be sure to bring a hat.
>Happy Hour - May 8th at The Legion at 5:30. Lori asked that many attend as a former exchange student's family will be visiting.
>May 15th meeting:  Meet at the Barrow Gallery at 6:00 for a tour and refreshments.  We will then go to The Sherwood for our regular meeting.
>Board meeting: May 15th at The Sherwood at 5:00.
THE PROGRAM: See "Spring Fling" article below.
THE ENDING:  Andy led us in the (Four + one) Five Way Test after thanking The Sherwood staff for a fine meal and service.
Pancake Breakfast Alert!!!!
Save the date!  June 15th is our Pancake Breakfast and it is quickly approaching.  Setup occurs on June 13th & 14th.  And as a reminder the breakfast is an All Hands on Deck event.  
 
New Facebook Page for CNY Rotary!
President Lizzy Martin sent a message saying the main CNY Rotary Facebook page was shut down by Facebook so everything has been moved to a new group called CNY Rotary News Network. Please check out the new facebook page! This is where everything from the news network, leadership team, and events are shared. 
New Facebook Page!!!
The Club has brand new Facebook + Instagram pages.  You can Google Skaneateles Rotary Facebook to find it. Be sure to check it out, like it and share it with your friends!
Birthdays & Rotary Anniversaries!
Checkout the Birthday & Rotary Anniversary listing in the left column of this newsletter.   Be sure to wish the members a "Happy Birthday" and congratulations on their years of Rotary Service.
SKANEATELES ROTARY CLUB'S
Upcoming Speakers & Events
See SPEAKERS below or CLICK HERE or on the  Speaker's tab on our website's Home Page. Please contact Bill Conole at conolew@gmail.com or 315-857-1260 if you have any suggestions and/or input for a potential club program.
General SRC Meeting Schedule!!
First Thursday - Dinner meeting with speaker.  Meeting starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:00
Second Thursday - Optional attendance at Happy hour from 5:30 to 6:30.
Third Thursday - Dinner meeting with speaker.  Meeting starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:00
Fourth Thursday - No meeting
Fifth Thursday (when applicable) - Dinner meeting with speaker.  Meeting starts at 6:30 and ends at 8:00
CLICK HERE for specific Date & Schedule
D7180 Website - Events & Other Info
Club, District 7180, Rotary & other
Programs/Speakers
May 22, 2025
May 29, 2025 6:30 PM
Speaker: Tom Fernandez, Woodbine Hospitality Group
Jun 05, 2025 6:30 PM
Speaker: YE Student Lene + special guests from the Exchange Student global community
Jun 12, 2025 6:30 PM
Father's Day Breakfast Prep. All hands on deck!
Jun 13, 2025
Allyn Arena
Jun 14, 2025
Allyn Arena
Jun 15, 2025
Allyn Arena
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Welcome to Our Club!
Skaneateles
Service Above Self
Thursdays at 6:30 PM
The Sherwood Inn
26 W. Genesee St
Skaneateles, NY 13152
United States of America
Regular meetings are on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays at the Sherwood Inn or American Legion. Happy Hour is held at the Skaneateles American Legion on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 5PM. Check the website for exact locations and times.
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May 01, 2025
Editors: Katie Brown and Mary Giroux
 
 
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Skaneateles, New York 13152
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Birthdays & Club Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Gard Lorey
May 13
 
Joe Bianculli
May 15
 
Chuck O'Neil
May 16
 
Katie Brown
June 3
 
Jay Stith
June 12
 
Mary Giroux
June 14
 
Ayham Boucher
June 24
 
Ed Evans
June 28
 
Duane Weaver
June 30
 
Join Date
Jamie Ciaccio
May 4, 2017
8 years
 
Marv Langley
May 4, 2017
8 years
 
Timer Whittingham
May 15, 1979
46 years
 
Lori Ruhlman
June 1, 2006
19 years
 
Mary Giroux
June 4, 2015
10 years
 
Al Coates
June 20, 2013
12 years
 
Ward Vuillemot
June 26, 1986
39 years
 
Dillon Brown
June 29, 2023
2 years
 
Katie Brown
June 29, 2023
2 years
 
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