PROGRAM: The November election is three weeks away and 2020 has already been a wild, unpredictable year. Our virtual speaker will be Dr. G. Terry Madonna who will speak about the Presidential election and his outlook for election. Both the House of Representatives and the US Senate are also in play as far as who will control the levers of power in Washington DC. Dr. Madonna is Professor of Public Affairs with Franklin and Marshall College, Director, Center for Politics and Public Affairs and Director, Franklin and Marshall College Poll.
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The VIRTUAL registration information is also posted on www.yorkrotary.org (home page under "Happenings in York PA" and on the RCY calendar) and on the Facebook page. Please share with interested family and friends. You can join from a computer, laptop or mobile device.
MEETING ASSIGNMENTS
Opening Song - PDG Dick Brown
Invocation - Dave Hogg
2020-2021 Rotary Theme
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The American Red Cross building remains closed therefore the Rotary Club of York office is closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Bert and Renea continue to work our of their homes and have access to emails. If you require immediate assistance, please contact Executive Coordinator, Bert (717-542-6449) or President Anne at DruckA@unitedway-york.org or 717-577-3766.
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY to Rotarian Ron Hershner on the death of his mother, Hilda Hershner, on October 3. Services were held 10/8. If you wish to make a memorial donation in her name to one of the club's Charitable Endowment Funds, please contact the office.
THANK YOU to Rotarian PP Bob Davis who made donations to the Rotary Club of York's Charitable Endowment Fund Non-Traditional Student Scholarship Fund in memory of Greta Miller and Frances McCabe.
The RCY Board of Directors accepted the RESIGNATIONS of Amy Doll (PeoplesBank), Brad Leber (Blakey, Yost, Bupp & Rausch), Kimberly Prindle,DanielleStehman (Buchart-Horn), and terminated the membership of Donna Deerin Ward (Artemis) at their October meeting.
The Membership Committee would like to extend HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes to the following members who joined the club during the third week of October and say THANK YOU for being valued members of the Rotary Club of York.
Lora Abel 6 years
William Hartman 11 years
Chris Topf 6 years
October 11 - Clergy Appreciation Day and thank you to Rotarians Jeff Astrachan, Kyle Gott, David Lovelace, Glenn Miller, Bill Read, and PDG Paddy Rooney.
Nominations are now being accepted for a Charles S. Wolf Service Above Self Award. There are many unsung heroes in our community who have stepped up in a major way to bring light and hope during this challenging time. Please consider nominating an individual who has made an impact on our community, gone above and beyond what is expected of him/her, and has not received recognition for their actions. Nominations can be sent to PE Jackie Summers jsummers@penn-mar.org or Bert bert@yorkrotary.org.
Monday, October 12 - District Development, Session #4, "Fundraising Ideas, Best Practices & Tips" by PDG Una Martone. Virtually attend 6pm-7pm to exchange and explore ideas, review best practices & resources, and bring your club’s fundraising game to the next level. All RCY members, including all FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE members, are eligible to receive an attendance make-up!
Saturday, October 24 - Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) will meet virtually 9am-2pm via zoom. All RCY Members are welcome to attend! Registration deadline is Thursday, 10/15. Please contact the Rotary office ASAP for details bert@yorkrotary.org or 717-542-6449.
The Byrnes Health Education Center is celebrating their 25th Birthday and is in search of your stories. Your memories can help tell the impact the many dedicated BHEC team members have had on the community. Students, teachers, parents, community members, board members, volunteers – anyone who experienced the BHEC can provide input. Please email your story to birthday@byrneshec.org or USPS mail to 515 S. George Street, York, PA 17401 - Attention: Birthday.
Thursday, November 5 - Rotary Foundation Annual Dinner 7:30-8:30pm. This will be a virtual event with no cost to attend. More details to be shared soon by District 7390.
Rotary Annual District 7390 Conference - your input is requested regarding the scheduled conference April 30-May 2 at the Kalahari Resort & Conference Center, Pocono Manor PA. Please take the opportunity now to complete the survey monkey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9CNRMRG
UPCOMING PROGRAMS - PP Mike Summers is accepting suggestions for upcoming programs at mvzs2@hotmail.com.
October 14 John Ulrich, Honorary Member PP Marsha Bornt, Bob McSweeney, Eric Menzer and Keith Noll
October 15 Walt Tilley
October 16 Doug Hevner
October 17 Todd Fogdall
October 18 Tom Barton
October 19 Lynda Randall & Vicki Karandrikas
October 20 Christy Renjilian
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MISS A MEETING due to a conflict with a business meeting or vacation and need an ATTENDANCEMAKEUPCREDIT??? Watch a VIDEO of a past meeting of the club, some are available on the “Rotary Club of York” Facebook page as a live stream video and most recent meetings are available on the club's YouTube page www.youtube.com/user/RotaryClubofYork. After viewing, please let the Rotary office know!
Rotary Club of York Vision and Mission Statement
VISION:The Rotary Club of York, PA will continue to be the premier service club for a diverse mix of business, professional and community leaders. Members value and grow in each other’s company, having fun working together, while remaining committed to the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self”.
MISSION:To provide community leaders a broad range of opportunities to serve others, having a positive impact across the street and around the world.
