50/50 sales folks should arrive for setup 20 minutes early
Please find a replacement if you will not be present for your assignment!
CLICK HEREto see 50/50 & Meal Ticket Sales duties and instructions
PROPOSED MEMBER NOTICE: The Board of Directors, approved the application to the Terry McCormick who is sponsored by Ward Vuillemot. Terry has been a Rotarian in the University, Minneapolis, Mn and the Alexandria Va Rotary clubs since 2016. Terry's classification is Marketing - Medical Devices, and lives at 1674 West Lake Rd., Skaneateles. If there are no objections made to the Club Secretary, in writing, by August 26th, dues are paid and he has received Skaneateles Rotary Information,Terry will be inducted into our membership at a meeting August 29th..
PRESIDENTS' CORNER... by Pres., Doug Powell
A lot has been accomplished so far this summer. I am hopeful that the BOD will be up to full membership shortly, and committees revitalized. Berries came in at our farm. There was enough weight on the branches that they bent down to the ground. Many rotarians enjoyed the harvest, and the freezer is full.
The days are now noticeably shorter as the fall approaches, but first is the season of Harvest or Autumn. This is the season of sharing, caring for each other, making sure each other has enough, collecting what nature provides us. We can see the native animals fatten up for the coming winter, but this brings to mind the generosity of the Rotarians who do service projects to help the needy people around us and around the world. Let’s focus on this—giving and providing. I am eager to see what each Rotarian can think of and propose as service projects. More to come as we design short, concrete projects or monthly events to share with each other and the community. Seasons come and go, setting up the next, in order. This is the cycle of life both made for our enjoyment and hard work.
Little Free Library - comes to Skaneateles
A collaboration effort between the Skaneateles Liberary and the Skaneateles Rotary Club has resulted in our community's first Little Free Library located at the entrance of the Skaneateles Conservation Area, on the Seneca Turnpike. The Little Free Library "Take a Book .. Share a Book" is nation wide project that continues to grow across our land with the objective of sharing books within our communities. To learn more about this wonderful literacy project ;an how you might participate, visit their website at: https://littlefreelibrary.org
Pictured is the first Little Free Library constructed by Gary Ozminkowski and painted by Jim McQuiggan and placed with the help of Doug Powell. The Skaneateles Library will keep it stocked, as needed, on a weekly basis.
LAST WEEK... by Mary Giroux
The Beginnings:
President Doug and all of the club members warmly welcomed Dana Coye back. We are happy to see you! Doug also reported that Polo for Preemies was a success as well as the packing of children's books for Books for the World after the annual Library book sale. Upcoming service opportunities for club members:
Baltimore Woods Fun Run on Sunday August 18. Volunteers and participants wanted. Dale Drake has information about this event.
Playground on Franklin Street needs volunteers on September 16. Peter Adams has information.
Jordan Festival on September 27th will have books available to pack for Books for the World. Cheryl Silvestrini is organizing this.
Fireman's Field Days are on August 31 and September 1. Rotary volunteers needed to serve corn and clams. Jack Hyatt has sign up sheets. Remember, the VFD is a great help to us at the Pancake Breakfast. Let's reciprocate!
Membership and Meetings President Doug briefed members on the Board's recommendation for membership and meeting changes (see Board summary), Changes will be posted in newsletter and voted on by general membership on August 22.
The Program Bill Conole introduced Chris Legg as our speaker. Chris received an enthusiastic welcome from the club as a fellow Rotarian (Skaneateles Sunrise Club' current President) and a valued member of the community. Chris told us about his experiences while serving in the Navy and being posted at the 38th parallel in Korea from July 1990 til July 1991. Chris gave us an overview of the history of how the 38th parallel came to be the divider between North Korea and South Korea. As a negotiator, Chris met with the North Korean representatives on a daily basis in the joint security area. Chris also shared some kimchu with the club.
50-50 - Was won by Terry McCormick.
Guests - Terry McComick, Chris Legg & Carolyn Legg
Members = 51, Attendance = 24 or 48%
2021-22 RI President selected
Shekhar Mehta, of the Rotary Club of Calcutta-Mahanagar, West Bengal, India, is the selection of the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International for 2021-22. He will be declared the president-nominee on 1 October if no challenging candidates have been suggested.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Summary Notes of AUG 08, 2019 Meeting... by Ward
Your Board of Directors met last week and the following is a short summary of discussions points and resolutions. (complete current and past minutes may be viewed on the website - member sign-in is required)
Board minutes of June 2019 were approved. They may be found on the club's website.
Ward Vuillemot appointed to the BOD to fill out the remainder (1 year) of Tim Donovan's term
Membership:
Peter Adams' resignation which was submitted in June was accepted with regrets.
Terry McCormick's application for membership was accepted by the BOD via eMail vote subsequent to the meeting
Financial Review - Marv Langley reviewed the Foundation financial status. A recommendation for the proceeds from the International Women's day proceeds is still pending.
Worthy Cause -
Scholarship - Funds for the 2020 High School scholarship approved.
Dictionary Project - for State Street School 3rd Graders approved. Bill Huba to chair the project with Cathy Powell in support.
Community Service Projects. - The goal is a minimum one per month.
Baltimore Woods 5K Run/Walk, Aug. 18th - Dale Drake discussed and looking for volunteers and will present to the club.
Fireman's Days - Clam & Corn - Jack Hyatt is seeking volunteers and has a signup sheet.
Jordan book gleaning - in September as part of our ongoing BFTW commitment. To be led by Cheryl.
Membership Growth - Pres Doug discussed ideas of ways to attact and retain younger members and will discuss with the general membership.
Attendance - Rather than a 50% requirement, a change will be made to be a 50% encouraged. (by-laws to reflect the change once approved by the general membership).
Meeting Formats - were discussed (business, social, frequency, etc.). More to come on this issue over the next few weeks.
Committee reports - President Doug will ask committee chairs to update the general membership on a monthly basis
2019-20 Club Directory approved. Ward to have it available within a few weeks.
Annual Meeting - Is to be held on the 1st general meeting in December. (election of 2020-21 officers)
AV Use and equipment set up and use discussed.
Rotary Foundation 2019-20 Club goals set - $5.100 Annual Giving, $2,000 PolioPlus, with $50 matching funds donated in the name of the 1st 30 members contribution $100 or more.
Programs - Future programs were reviewed by PP Bill who continues to seek out and supply with outstanding programs. (see listings below)
DISTRICT 7150 CONFERENCE
October 19, 2019
(one day only, 8AM - 10PM)
"2020" Vision Conference
Lake Ontario Event and Convention Center, Oswego, NY
Oct. 19, 2019 - Rotary District 7150 Conference - Lake Ontario Event & Convention Center, Oswego, NY - Info & Registration link
Nov 16, 2019 - Rotary Leadership Institute . RIT Inn & Conference Center, Henrietta, NY Info & Registration link
CLICK HERE for quick access to the D7150 Calendar of other district club's events.
DISTRICT 7150
JULY 2019 NEWSLETTER
CLICK HERE to access and read theJuly 2019 edition of the District 7150 newsletter, and discover all the many Rotary events and happenings within our CNY Rotary region. Inside you will find:
DG Randy's upcoming club visit schedule
a lot of membership news to get us motivated for a year of growth
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NEXT WEEK
PROPOSED MEMBER NOTICE: 
A collaboration effort between the Skaneateles Liberary and the Skaneateles Rotary Club has resulted in our community's first Little Free Library located at the entrance of the Skaneateles Conservation Area, on the Seneca Turnpike. The Little Free Library "Take a Book .. Share a Book" is nation wide project that continues to grow across our land with the objective of sharing books within our communities. To learn more about this wonderful literacy project ;an how you might participate, visit their website at:
The Program
50-50 - Was won by Terry McCormick. 
2021-22 RI President selected
Your Board of Directors met last week and the following is a short summary of discussions points and resolutions. (complete current and past minutes may be viewed on the website - member sign-in is required)
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LONG TERM EXCHANGE PROGRAM
DISTRICT 7150
