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September 17th, 2018 Rotoracle

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

“BE THE INSPIRATION”

September 17^th, 2018

Welcome: President Jacki opened today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, salad, cheeseburgers, hotdogs, seafood chowder, and ice cream cake for desert

Invocation: Suzanne started us off in prayer

Rotary Moment: Neil received an email from the Rotary District over the weekend. The email entailed how Rotary offered up camp/cottage rooms for those that were homeless due to the gas explosion in Merrimack Valley.

Becky’s Rotary moment involved receiving a thank you from the Town of Danvers for the concerts at the Rotary Pavilion.

Visiting Rotarians: We had two guests today from Danvers Town Hall. Jen Breaker, Asst Town Manager and Alexander Lent, Danvers Library Director.

Announcements:

Rotoplast –Rotary International is still looking for volunteers to help with the Rotoplast mission.
Evening Meeting – Matt Schroeder updated us on the membership evening meeting last week at The Berry Tavern. The food and drinks as well as the attendance was great. Everyone seemed to have a nice time. We had 4 guests and close to 20 people in attendance. Matt is looking for the next venue. If you have any suggestions, please let Matt know.

* Farmers Market – Is doing well. Every week something new. Be sure to visit the market this Wednesday.

Guest Speakers – If you have any suggestions on guest speakers, please see Rick Gilmore. Rick is also putting together the speaker’s calander.
BREAD – Brian Ahern, our official newest member to Rotary has been bringing in home made bread for the raffle. It’s been a huge hit. Every week 2 Rotarians go home with a loaf of delicious bread. For those that are interested in buying bread – see Brian – and the $$ raised will go back to Rotary. Thank Brian for all you do.
Dictionary Distribution – Next month we will start distributing dictionaries throughout the Danvers Schools and we will need volunteers.
Chess at the Library –The Rotary wheel will be installed very soon.
Raffles – Don Desmond and Jackie are organizing a couple of Rotary Raffle Fundraisers. One may be a trip to Italy.

GUEST SPEAKER – Danvers Town Manager, Steve Bartha

Town Manager, Steve Bartha updated us on a number of Town updates. Some of the topics included the Smith School Project. Everyone should be excited that the blueprints/site plan is now posted on the town website. https://www.danversma.gov/ivan-g-smith-elementary-school-project/ Smith School has a great reputation and has received a number of awards over the years but it has been determined that the school needs to be replaced.

Mr. Bartha also updated us on commercial and residential zoning rates. The possibility of Hayrides at Endicott Park, the Red Barn restoration, and expanding the bike path into Middleton. Other topics included affordable housing within the community and if it’s possible. Sandy Beach at Danversport is being reviewed for upgrades and making it more community friendly with a splash pad, kayak rentals and redesign.

The Town Manager is the Chief Executive Officer for the Town of Danvers and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Selectmen. The position was created in 1949 , with the adoption of the Town Manager Act, and provides leadership and administrative oversight to all departments, except for Library and Schools. The current Town Manager, Steve Bartha, was hired in December of 2014.

The Town Manager is responsible for the enforcement of all laws and Town ordinances, the appointment of department heads and many Town boards and committees, and the submission of the annual budget to the Board of Selectmen. In addition, the Town Manger and his staff recommend policies and programs to the Board of Selectmen and implement decisions of the Board, as well as Town Meeting. The Assistant Town Manager oversees purchasing, legal, insurance and customer service functions, and provides administrative oversight to the IT Director.

Beyond this, the Town Manager's Office coordinates the work of employees and volunteers to make sure Danvers remains a place you are proud to call home - a place that you and your families, friends, coworkers, and neighbors choose to live, learn, work, and play.

Sheriff’s Report. Sheriff Analee collected $68 today.

Raffle: Lenny and Brian were our 2 unlucky winners

Bread Winners: The 2 BIG winners were Ralph and Bill L.

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian Bulletin Editor

September 10, 2018 Rotoracle

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

“BE THE INSPIRATION”

September 10^th, 2018

Welcome: President Jacki opened today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, Caesar salad, mixed vegetables, shrimp, chicken, beef and chocolate cake for desert

Invocation : Tim started us off in prayer

Rotary Moment: Brian Ahern had a memory of a Rotary Golf Tournament.

Visiting Rotarians: Tim Clarke and John Teheen from the Salem Club

Announcements:

Rotoplast –Rotary International is still looking for volunteers to help with the Rotoplast mission.
Evening Meeting – Matt Schroeder reminded us that we will have a evening Rotary meeting on September 12 at the Berry Tavern at 6:30PM. President Jacki received a District Mini Grant that may be used to help pay for guests. If you have guests, please let Matt or Jacki know.
Farmers Market – Is doing well. Every week something new. Be sure to visit the market this Wednesday before the Evening.
Chess at the Library – Neil reported the great news, that the chess tables are used daily at the library. The Rotary wheel will be installed very soon.
Raffles – Don Desmond and Jackie are organizing a couple of Rotary Raffle Fundraisers. One may be a trip to Italy.
Eagle Scout Project - Jacki announced that the EBOD agreed to help fund the Eagle Scout Project led by Michael Shannon. The Boy Scouts will be building bat rack holders for the Danvers Little League.

GUEST SPEAKER – No Guest Speaker today

Sheriff’s Report. Sheriff Brad Hunt collected $125 for the Danvers Y campership fund: Lenny $10 missed meetings, Brian $20 member, Gary $5 leave me alone, Jacki $5 Venmo, Marybeth $5 wonderful, Matt $10 back to school, John Z $5 back to school, Dan $5 daughter engaged, Tom $5 non celebratory mood, Barry $5 start of football, John S $5 taking AC out, Annelle $5 Wentworth grad, Neal $5 airshow, Alden $5 Red Sox, Brad $41 for Bday,

Raffle: Analee and Tim were picked for the raffle. Unfort they did not pick any winners.

Bread Winners: Sorry no bread today

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian Bulletin Editor

August 27, 2018 Rotoracle

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

“BE THE INSPIRATION”

August 27^th, 2018

Welcome: President Jacki opened today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, Caesar salad, pizza, beef and ice cream sundaes for desert.

Prayer: Past President Bill started us off with a prayer

Rotary Moment: Matthew Schroeder talked about his drive by at the Library and seeing the chess tables being used. Barry Kaplan ordered dinner from our past guest speaker, Tony Bettencourt. BestLife mealprep. Said the food was healthy and delicious.

Visiting Rotarians: No Visitors

Announcements:

Rotoplast – Gary reminded us that Rotary International is still looking for volunteers to help with the Rotoplast mission.
Evening Meeting – Matt Schroeder reminded us that we will have a evening Rotary meeting on September 12 at the Berry Tavern at 6:30PM. President Jacki is looking into a District Mini Grant that may be used to help pay for guests.
Farmers Market – Is doing well. Every week something new.
Raffles – Gary reported that Don Desmond and Jackie are organizing a couple of Rotary Raffle Fundraisers. One may be a trip to Italy.

GUEST SPEAKER – Michael Shannon

Bill introduced Eagle Scout, Michael Shannon today. Michael is a senior at Danvers High School and also plays football. He is working on his community service project that goes towards his Eagle Scout merit badge. The project involves raising money, organizing volunteers and creating a project that will make a difference within the Danvers community. Michael’s project is removable handmade baseball bat racks for the Danvers American Baseball League. There will be 6 in total and will keep the dugout neat and organized. Monihan Lumber donated the wood and Michael recruited a number of volunteers including fellow Boy Scouts to help make this happen.

Sheriff’s Report. Sheriff Matthew Schroeder. This week Matt collected a total of $100

Matt $5 Honolulu, Bill $5 guest speaker, John $5 Cape wknd, Jacki $5 IOU, Neil $5 MB family engagement, Gary $5 MB sons engagement, Dan $5 Red Sox wins, Barry $10 Construction, Ralph $5, Tom $5 grandson in VT

Raffle: John and Matt were todays unlucky raffle winners

Bread Winners: Tom Standring and Bill Nolan

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian Bulletin Editor

August 20th, 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by John Somes on Aug 20, 2018

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

August 20^th, 2018

Welcome: Past President Bill Nolan opened today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, salad, shrimp, rice, chicken alfredo, beef and broccoli, and warm cookies for desert.

Prayer: Gary Nangle

Rotary Moment: Dr. Bill N. talked about his time at the Wiffle Ball Tourney and the conversation he had with one of the dads about what Rotary does in the community.

Visiting Rotarians: No Visitors

Announcements:

Larry Ramondi –Navy Band played on August 16^th at the Rotary Pavilion at 6pm. With a 8 piece band. This event is sponsored by the Danvers Rotary Club. Larry reported that the event was a BIG success with record crowds. Best concert of the year. Rants and ravs from all who attended.
Rotoplast – Gary reminded us that Rotary International is still looking for volunteers to help with the Rotoplast mission.
Farmers Market – Is doing well. Be sure to visit the market. Good crowd last week.
Raffles – Gary reported that Don Desmond and Jackie are organizing a couple of Rotary Raffle Fundraisers. One may be a trip to Italy.

GUEST SPEAKER – No Guest Speaker this week

Sheriff’s Report. This week we collected $40.

Becky $5 for her trip to the Outer Banks in NC, Brad $5 for his trip with his daughter to Berkshires, Neil $5 for HOT weather, Gary $5 for COOL weather, John $5 nice wknd and biking with daughter, Bill L $5 for lovely weather, Bill N. $5 Danvers Team tonight.

Raffle: John and Suzanne were todays unlucky raffle winners

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian Bulletin Editor

August 13th, 2018 Rotoracle

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

August 13^th, 2018

Welcome: President Jacki Shambaugh opened today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, salad, shrimp scampi, sandwiches, and apple crisp for desert.

Rotary Moment: Barry Kaplan’s Rotary Moment picking up the Bocce Ball Tournament Trophy. Larry Raimondi – loved his bread he won last week and he shared it with his son.

Visiting Rotarians: Brian Ahearn from Buffalo NY (Soon to be joining our club). Brian also brought some homemade breads for raffle prizes. Guess who won another loaf of bread? Read on…………

Announcements:

Larry Ramondi – reminded us that the Navy Band will be playing August 16^th at the Rotary Pavilion at 6pm. 8 piece band. This event is sponsored by the Danvers Rotary.
BOTTOM’S UP – Update - It was reported that Larry DeLorenzo’s event was a big success. $17,000 was raised with close to 500 people in attendance. This Tribute was for Jeff DeLorenzo on August 3^rd at the Danversport Waterfront Patio. There was LIVE music featuring “Horizon & The Horns – Ray Novak and a DJ. All proceeds went to the Boys and Girls Club of Salem. NOT TOO LATE TO MAKE A DONATION: If you would like to make a donation – please contact Larry. Make check out to Salem Boys and Girls Club and leave with Larry.
Dan Dougherty – gave us an update on the Wiffle Ball Tournament. He thanked all who attended and volunteered. We net $8,000.00. The rain held out til about noon time. Team Danvers YMCA came in first place. Left over food was donated to the Danvers Food Pantry. See Photos Below of the event. He was a fun event, lots of spectators and friends. John Archer opened with the Star Spangled Banner. Close to 20 teams signed up of a;ll ages. We had about 10 Rotarians that volunteered.
June 28^th – Concert at the Rotary Pavilion
Rotoplast – Gary reminded us that Rotary International is still looking for volunteers to help with the Rotoplast mission.
Farmers Market – Is doing well. Be sure to visit the market.

GUEST SPEAKER – No Guest Speaker this week

Sheriff’s Report. This week we collected $138.

Stan is celebrating 59 years of marriage. Neil wants more rain, Barry is glad to have his trophy, Don for the wiffle ball tourney, John was in NH, Dan for wiffle ball, Alden is celebrating 67 years of marriage,

Raffle: John Somes was todays unlucky raffle winner…. Larry Raimondi earned himself another Gourmet Bread..He is now up to 3 loafs of bread.

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian Bulletin Editor

August 6thm 2018 Rotoracle

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

August 6^th, 2018

Welcome: President Jacki Shambaugh opened today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, salad, burgers, sandwiches, and fries and ice cream cake for desert.

Rotary Moment: President Jacki shared her Rotary Moment with us today. During her trip to the Cape her son noticed the Rotary symbol along the highway.

Visiting Rotarians: Brian Ahearn from Buffalo NY (Soon to be joining our club). Brian also brought some breads from The Berkshire Farms for raffle prizes.

Announcements:

Neal Waldman. The Chess Tables planned for the library patio are installed and ready for use. Last week, Neal W., Becky K., Tom S. and myself met with the Town Librarian Alex Lent. News Reporter, Ethan Foremen, interviewed Alex and our Rotarians. See Link: http://www.salemnews.com/news/local_news/checkmate-granite-chess-tables-donated-to-library/article_877ff851-fba5-5658-9e42-a61d5528b73c.html
Larry Ramondi – reminded us that the Navy Band will be playing August 16^th at the Rotary Pavilion at 6pm. 8 piece band. This event is sponsored by the Danvers Rotary.
BOTTOM’S UP – Update - It was reported that Larry DeLorenzo’s event was a big success. $17,000 was raised with close to 500 people in attendance. This Tribute was for Jeff DeLorenzo on August 3^rd at the Danversport Waterfront Patio. There was LIVE music featuring “Horizon & The Horns – Ray Novak and a DJ. All proceeds went to the Boys and Girls Club of Salem. NOT TOO LATE TO MAKE A DONATION: If you would like to make a donation – please contact Larry.
Dan Dougherty – Wiffle Ball – reminder that we have a tourney on August 11 at Danvers HS. We need volunteers, Sponsors and Players. Spread the word. This is a BIG Fundraiser for the Club. Flyers and Posters have been distributed VOLUNTEERS: This Friday at 1PM at the Danvers Y, Jason Alain and John Somes need help putting tables and chairs in the truck. Dan is looking for volunteers to join him Saturday morning at 8-8:30am to help with set up. Also – If you have ICE – bring it on Saturday.
June 28^th – Concert at the Rotary Pavilion
Rotoplast – Gary reminded us that Rotary International is still looking for volunteers to help with the Rotoplast mission.
Farmers Market – Matt Schroeder updated us on the success of the market. Vendors keep coming back. We have over 20 vendors and more produce should be coming in weeks to come. If you have not visited – make sure you stop by. Matt also passed around a sign-up sheet – looking for Rotarians to volunteer the day of the market.
Farmers Market – Neil W. reported that last week there was a nice showing and the vendors said they were having a wonderful time.

GUEST SPEAKER – No Guest Speaker this week

Sheriff’s Report. Brad Hunt

Cheryl L $20 Brian is here, Neal W. $5 Bread, Gary N, $5 Camping, Brian A $20 Lunch, Tom S $4 Sweep, Ted S. $5 Congrats to the Sox, John S. $5 Wiffleball, Jay A $10 Vegas, Don D $5 Red Sox, Suzanne C $5 Vacation, Ralph A $5 The Ride, Dan D $5 Wiffleball, Rick G $5 Camping, Larry R $5 Red Sox Sweep, Brad H $5 Daughter weighs 15.5 lbs

Total Collected $103.00 Thank you for your donations.

Photo: Larry Raimondi (Todays Raffle Winner. Winner Winner Bread Dinner) and President Jacki

Raffle: State Representative, Teddy Speliotis and Larry Raimondi were are Lucky LOOOOOOOSers !! But we had 2 conciliation prizes. Our Lucky Winner: was Larry Raimondi two times in a row and he won some gourmet bread thanks to Brian Ahern.

So…..Larry had 3 raffle tickets and he was picked on all 3. Now that’s a Rotary Moment!!!

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian Bulletin Editor

July 30th, 2018 Rotoracle

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

July 30, 2018

Welcome: Kim Lobonte filled in for President Jacki Shambaugh today. We had a good turnout for today’s meeting.

Lunch: Coffee, strawberry summer salad, steak tips on skewers, chicken, veggies, cream rice and pudding for desert.

Rotary Moment:

Visiting Rotarians: Brian Ahearn from Buffalo NY (Soon to be joining our club). Brian also brought some breads from The Berkshire Farms for raffle prizes.

Announcements:

Neal Waldman. The chess tables planned for the library patio are installed and ready for use. We are looking to have a photo op tomorrow at the library with the Salem News. Neil would like as many Rotarians present for PR. 2PM July 31^st

Larry Ramondi – reminded us that the Navy Band will be playing August 16^th at the Rotary Pavilion at 6pm. 8 piece band. This event is sponsored by the Danvers Rotary

SOLD OUT: BOTTOM’S UP - Larry DeLorenzo will have a Tribute for Jeff DeLorenzo on August 3^rd at the Danversport Waterfront Patio with LIVE music featuring “Horizon & The Horns – Ray Novak (6-9 PM) and a DJ (9-11PM). Cost is $20 – all proceeds going to Boys and Girls Club of Salem. DONATIONS: If you would like to make a donation – please contact Larry.
Dan Dougherty – Wiffle Ball – reminder that we have a tourney on August 11 at Danvers HS. We need volunteers, Sponsors and Players. Spread the word. This is a BIG Fundraiser for the Club. Flyers and Posters being distributed this week.
June 28^th – Concert at the Rotary Pavilion
Farmers Market – Matt Schroeder updated us on the success of the market. Vendors keep coming back. We have over 20 vendors and more produce should be coming in weeks to come. If you have not visited – make sure you stop by. Matt also passed around a sign-up sheet – looking for Rotarians to volunteer the day of

Professional Chef,

Tony Bettencourt and wife

Valarie. Owners of

BestLife mealprep

GUEST SPEAKER – Tony Bettencourt of BestLife mealprep

Tony & Valerie Bettencourt, formerly, the owners of 62 Restaurant & Wine Bar in Salem, MA have now taken their restaurant and hospitality experience and founded BestLife mealprep.
Tony's taking his 17 years of professional chef experience and focusing on clean healthy eating as a convenient alternative to the fast food rut we all find ourselves in when life gets busy.

At BestLife they prep, cook and deliver, to your door, delicious restaurant quality meals using fresh, organic, ingredients.

BestLife meals are made fresh for you with organic produce, all natural and grass-fed meats. These are fresh meals from a kitchen, not a science lab, designed to help you live healthier, happier and live your BestLife.

Tony also brought some delicious samples to share with our Rotarians. So….if your strapped for time, looking for a good, healthy meal for the whole family, be sure to place an order from their website.

For more information, visit their website www.BestLifeMeals.com

Sheriff’s Report. Brad Hunt

Bill Nolan $5 Danvers National, Dan Doherty $5 Danvers National, Tom Standring, Danvers, Sue C Concert $5, Larry DeLorenzo $5, Judy DeLorenzo $5 Busy, Bill Lee $5 for 5, Larry Raimondi $5 this is why we are here, Neal Waldman $5 something good, Mary Beth $5 wonderful summer, John Somes $5 Tooth Fairy, Barry Kaplan $10 Absent, Becky Kilborn $5 Happy and wiffleball, Sarah $5 Danvers National, Chelsea R $5 Happy Campaign Stan G, Ralf Ardiff $5 next to Barry, Brian Ahearn $5 Bread, Brad Hunt $5 speaker

Total Collected $106.00

Raffle: John Somes and Tony Bettencourt were are Lucky LOOOOOOOSers !!

Our Lucky Winners: Matt Schroeder, Neal Waldman, Tom Standring won some gourmet bread thanks to Brian Ahern.

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian

July 23 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by John Somes

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

July 23rd, 2018

Welcome: President Jacki Shambaugh opened today’s meeting. It was announced that the Danvers Rotary has lost a Past President, Bob Tarlin. Ralph Ardiff recognized Bob for his bicycling days and helping establish the Danvers Rotary Endowment Fund.

Invocation: I heartwarming invocation was presented by John Somes and received a standing ovation. Then I realized everyone was still standing from of the pledge of allegiance.

Lunch: Coffee, sliced steak, veggies, salad, stuffed clam shell, portabella mushrooms and key lime pie.

Rotary Moment: Beck Kilborn – Received a compliment on the Rotary landscaping. My moment was the great ketchup they sell at the Farmers Market. Comes highly recommended.

Visiting Rotarians: Brian Ahern from Buffalo NY (Soon to be joining our club). Asst District Governor Kang Yu.

Announcements:

Neal Waldman. The chess tables planned for the library patio are installed and ready for use.
Larry Ramondi – reminded us that the Navy Band will be playing August 16th at the Rotary Pavilion at 6pm. 8 piece band. This event is sponsored by the Danvers Rotary.

REMINDER: BOTTOM’S UP - Larry DeLorenzo will have a Tribute for Jeff DeLorenzo on August 3rd at the Danversport Waterfront Patio with LIVE music featuring “Horizon & The Horns – Ray Novak (6-9 PM) and a DJ (9-11PM). Cost is $20 – all proceeds going to Boys and Girls Club of Salem. Tickets on sale NOW!!!
Dan Dougherty – Wiffle Ball – reminder that we have a tourney on August 11 at Danvers HS. We need volunteers, Sponsors and Players. Spread the word. This is a BIG Fundraiser for the Club.
June 28th – Concert at the Rotary Pavilion
Farmers Market – Matt Schroeder updated us on the success of the market. Vendors keep coming back. NEW Vendor this week will be selling gourmet dog biscuits. We have over 20 vendors and more produce should be coming in weeks to come. If you have not visited – make sure you stop by.

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PHOTO: Asst. District, Governor Kang Yu

Danvers President, Jacki Shambaugh

District Governor, Bob Wood

GUEST SPEAKER – District Governor Bob Wood 2018/2019

Bob is a Charter Member and Past President of the Rotary Club of Greater Georgetown, MA. Bob has worked at the District level in Rotary as Assistant Treasurer, Governor’s Aide, District Registrar and currently the District Treasurer, Chair of the Homelessness & Hunger Initiative and co-chair of the 2016 District Conference. He also served on the District’s 2015 Rotaplast medical mission to Cebu, Philippines. Bob is a member of the Rotary Club of Peabody, assisting in many capacities. Bob is a Major Donor of the Rotary Foundation, and is a member of the Paul Harris Society.

Today, Bob talked about the district and being involved. The district is looking for nominations for the Paul Harris Fellow district award. (Please share nominations with Jacki). Talked about collaborating with other clubs on projects, fundraisers and social gatherings. Rhotoplast mission to the Philippine’s is coming up. Last year they provided over 113 surgeries in 10 days. Goals this year includes encouraging clubs to perform an needs assessment within the community, increase community involvement and volunteer. Lastly, to join a District Committee.

Bob asked a question to our members. Why do you belong to Rotary? Our club had some very positive answers:

Make a difference
Care about the community we serve
Help peoples
Make a difference worldwide
Touch peoples lives

Raffle: Matthew Schroeder and Kang Yu were our lucky looooooooosers!!

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian

Rotoracle June 18 2018

Posted by John Somes

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

June 18^th, 2018

President Bill welcomed 13 Rotarians today and a invocation was read by Don Desmond. We had Sheriff Brad Hunt on duty.

Today’s meeting was a special gathering, knowing this was President Dr. Bills last day with the gavel. The meeting had a good attendance and delicious food. Great way to start the summer with hot dogs, burgers, soup and assorted salads.

Today’s Rotary Moment was brought to us from President Elect, Jacqulyn Shambaugh. Being a part of the District Installation Dinner was her special moment.

Reminders:

Future President Shambaugh Installation dinner will be on June 26^th at Pellanas

June 26 - We will induct Jacqulyn Shambaugh as our President for 2018-19 along with her slate of officers and directors.Invitations are out, contact Jackie to rsvp by June 16, with your dinner choice;,Tuesday June 26, Pellana Restaurant 530-830. Filet, Roast Chicken, Salmon, cash bar, wonderful setting and dining, $50 pp. jshambaugh@altoforno.com
The chess tables planned for the library patio are waiting for the DPW and Peabody Institute to get their timing together but is progressing.

Updates:

June 13 - The Farmers’ Market opened. Great start with returning and new vendors. Bring your friends, relatives and your $$ to future gatherings. Thank you to everyone for getting the signs out promoting the market. First week had a great turnout.
Sunset Cruise went well. Great crowd and lots of fun was reported.
June 28^th – Concert at the Rotary Pavilion
This week at the Farmers Market the DHS singers will be performing

Committee Reports:

Secretary’s Report – Gary Nangle updated us. We were at 52% attendance throughout the year. Looking for a President Elect. There is also an open BOD seat.
Treasurers Report – Dan Dougherty - we have $500K in our endowment. Reminded us that our Centennial celebration is also coming up.
Community Service – Becky Killborn – Neal Waldman reported that the Chess Tables will be installed soon at the library.
Membership – Jacqulyn Shambaugh updated us on perspective members. We have 4 people that are interested in joining. Looking forward to an increase in September.
Foundation Report – Gary Nangle reported the following
- We have reached 88% of our Annual Program Funds Goals of $3525
- #of club members 37 active, 20 contributing, 54% contributing
- We have a number of Paul Harris Follows in our club. Passed out a sheet identifying those who have achieved this great level.
Farmers Market – Matthew Schroeder.
- 19 Vendors, 36 applicants, July 11 will have backyard growers, $20 per vendor, we offer sponsorships and additional sponsorships will be available
Fundraising – Don Desmond updated us on wiffleball, and a number of other fundraising events that took place this year. All very successful
Scholarships – Mary Beth O’Connell
- $6500 was given out at the DHS Scholarship Night
  - $1000 Joe DeLorenzo Scholarship
  - $1500 Ralph Ardiff Scholarship
  - $4000 Mark Regan Scholarship

President Bill thanks everyone for all their hard work and successes.

Attendance Awards handed out by President Dr. Bill

Marybeth O’Connell
Don Desmond
Jacqueline Shambaugh
Tom Standring = Note 52 YEARS of PA
Gary Nangle
Lenny Mercier

CARDS – Annelie Serios and Tom Standring were our lucky Loosers today

Sheriff Bradley Hunt collected $136, among the highlights;

$50 Gary – Great Fathers Day and Raffle

$20 Bill – Baseball Champs/ son had 14 Strike Outs. 2 shy of a no hitter

$5 MaryBeth – Bills last meeting

$5 Kids Bop Concert with family for fathers day

$5 Annelie – Bills last meeting

$5 Jacqueline – 1 more Board meeting for Bill

$5 Dan D – Great US Open

$3 Alden – Red Sox

$5 Larry – Heat Wave

$5 Neal – Nothing!

$3 Tom – Nothing Special

$5 Brad – 1^st Fathers Day

Submitted by John Somes

July 16 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by John Somes

DANVERS ROTORACLE

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

July 16^th, 2018

Past President, Matthew Schroeder filled in for President Jacki Shambaugh today.

Today’s meeting was a special gathering, with special guests – Friends Forever. We had a productive meeting and the opportunity to meet and learn more about our guests from Ireland.

Matthew reminded us that if we have not paid our dues – please do so asap.

Guest: John King of Headway Strategies Consulting, guest of John Somes

GUEST SPEAKERS – FRIENDS FOREVER

Today we learned more about the Friends Forever guests and some of their accomplishments during their visit to the US. Each youth member talked to us about their goals and ambitions and what they have learned.

Friends Forever International is an independent 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that utilizes a grassroots approach to help youth from around the world build lasting friendships across cultural, religious and political divides. Serving as a liaison between the U.S. and international communities, they allow people of all backgrounds to participate first-hand in the international peace process.

Rotarian and YMCA director Bob Raiche founded Friends Forever in 1986. Bob believed there was a need for a program like Friends Forever after reading countless newspaper articles covering the conflict in Northern Ireland. Our first delegation of youth leaders was made up of five Catholic and five Protestant young men from Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, who traveled to Portsmouth, NH in the fall of 1986.

Bob’s experience with group work led him to create the “Life Raft Formula”, now known as the Skill Building Phase. Since our founding, we have applied this simple, yet innovative group work theory to more than 1,500 youth around the world.

Announcements:

Neal Waldman. The chess tables planned for the library patio will be installed and ready for use on July 10^th.

Larry Ramondi – reminded us that the Navy Band will be playing August 16^th at the Rotary Pavilion at 6pm. 8 piece band. This event is sponsored by the Danvers Rotary.
REMINDER: BOTTOM’S UP - Larry DeLorenzo will have a Tribute for Jeff DeLorenzo on August 3^rd at the Danversport Waterfront Patio with LIVE music featuring “Horizon & The Horns – Ray Novak (6-9 PM) and a DJ (9-11PM). Cost is $20 – all proceeds going to Boys and Girls Club of Salem. Tickets on sale NOW!!!
Dan Dougherty – Wiffle Ball – reminder that we have a tourney on August 11 at Danvers HS. We need volunteers, Sponsors and Players. Spread the word. This is a BIG Fundraiser for the Club
June 28^th – Concert at the Rotary Pavilion
Farmers Market – Matt Schroeder updated us on the success of the market. Vendors keep coming back. We have over 20 vendors and more produce should be coming in weeks to come. If you have not visited – make sure you stop by.

FINES: Sheriff Brad Hunt

Rotary sheriff on July 16, 2018

Matt S - Friends forever 6 bucks

John S - Canobie Lake Park!!!

5 - for the kids - Ted

5 - for the kids - Shelley

5 - chess is on! Game on - Neal

5 - friends forever - Ralph

10 - Lenny

10 - FF - Mary Beth

5 - Sue C - Friends forever

5 - Larry D - happy to see you

10 - Don D cruise and FF

Tom S - $52 for years in rotary!!!

Dan D - -5 for FF!!!

Larry R - 5 for FF and Rampaging Red Sox!!!

Brad H - $5 for guests and beautiful weather

$138 total!!!!

Raffle: Friends Forever and Shelly both picked a couple of Looooosers

Be sure to enjoy the rest of the week. Summer is officially half way over. My suggestion is grab some chess pieces and head to the Library. If you get hungry – go to the Farmers Market. Or enjoy some music by the Rotary Pavilion.

Take Care

John Somes

Rotarian

Rotoracle May 21 2018

Posted by Barry Kaplan

5-21-18

Danvers Rotary Bulletin

President Bill welcomed 17 Rotarians today and a Memorial Day parayer was read by Barry.

Like today’s meeting, this will be a short but thrilling report.

First was the announcement of the Tuesday morning (now past) Board meeting at Endicott Park where the final 20 Orchard trees will have been planted, and anyone wishing to participate was invited.

The chess tables planned for the library patio are waiting for the DPW and Peabody Institute to get their timing together but is progressing.

Still not the thrilling part...

No speaker today, Chelsea’s classification is postponed so we moved right along to Dates to remember;

June 13 - The Farmers’ Market opens. We expect a great start with returning and new vendors. Sounds like more food then ever, both cooked and cookable. Bring your friends, relatives and your wallets.

June 16 - The District BBQ at the DYC

June 19 - Our evening ‘thank you’ cruise for up to 70 (?) people out of Salem. Contact Matt to reserve your spot on board. A beautiful sunset and calm waters are nearly guaranteed.

June 26 - (while this is thrilling, especially for Bill, it’s still not it). We will induct Jacqulyn Shambaugh as our President for 2018-19 along with her slate of officers and directors.

Invitations are out, contact Jackie to rsvp by June 16, with your dinner choice;

Tuesday June 26, Pellana Restaurant 530-830. Filet, Roast Chicken, Salmon, cash bar, wonderful setting and dining, $50 pp.

jshambaugh@altoforno.com

Sheriff Gary collected $84, among the highlights;

Annalie’s gymnast daughter was selected at a recent meet for a special invitation-only training camp - congrats!

Gary celebrated his daughter’s graduation, Rick is off to NJ and NYC for a baseball extravaganza, Matt for his daughter’s dance recital, Larry and Judy both for her upcoming nuptials, Bill for just a little more snow, several of us for the Celtics (we got our wish, one more to go), Alden for another graduation from Gordon College, others for such a nice day, and Tom for another wedding!

Ok, this is it, are you sitting down? There were just four cards left in the raffle. All eyes were on Judy, some of us even hoped she would win to help pay for the wedding..she pulls a Black Ace..but oh no it’s a club! So sad, then as usual, it was Alden’s turn to pull one of the last three cards, and... no again! Now there is no meeting next Monday so in 2 weeks, if the creek don’t rise and there ain’t no meltdown, there Will Be A Winner. It could be you - this should be the biggest attendance meeting of the year, except for the presentation of Larry’s finches and budgies last week, which was loved by all. Bring your tip jar, spare change and tax returns to buy up those tickets. Happy Holiday and Warm Wishes to our veterans for their service.

May 14 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Rotary Meeting May 14th:

I am sorry for being so late writing this Rotoracle. Being retired, I don't know how I found time to do things when I was working. Well, here goes at what is happening with Danvers Rotary this week.

President Bill opened the meeting and asked if anyone had a Rotary Moment.

Becky shared a Rotary Moment, when she went to Endicott Park and watched the Essex Tech Students plant our 40 apple trees in the new Rotary Sponsored Apple Orchard. The trees were 4 feet high and included 5 varieties of apples. This represented our 40 Rotary members, one tree for each member. The Essex Tech teens will help maintain the orchard as part of their studies. Salem news will be doing a story on the project.

Farmers Market Update

There are 32 vendors signed up for the market, many committing o every week. Chef Leo's Kitchen Food Truck, farmers and bakers along with others will sell food. Vendors, selling wine, honey, etc are still needed to fill in the group. Sponsor opportunities for $100 to $500 are open. There is a Friends of the Market group that will allow donations to help each week. The Sr. Voucher program will be offered again this year, thanks to the sponsorship from Layhey. Most of all we need everyone to talk it up and get people to the Market. Rotarians should make a special effort to attend and buy things in support of the program. Signs have been approved and are being printed for Lawn Advertising. Let Matt know that you can help with this.

Navy Band Concert

Larry Raimondi reported that the Navy Band is set for August 15th from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. They need a foot print of 40 X 30. Looking for some portable staging to help with this. They would like to play outside, there will be no rain date. Last year worked out fine in Maple Street Church but they would like to be at the Pavilion.

Other Date To Note:

June 14th, District Installation Dinner will be held outside at Danversport. Cost is $60 and will be a fun time.\
June 26th, Danvers Rotary Installation Dinner will be held at Pellana's Restaurant. Soon to be President Jacki has planned a great event and everyone should make every effort to attend. I believe the cost will be $50 and I have been told that the food will be outstanding, as well as the company for the evening. Mark your calendar for this as it is our special meeting of the year when we install the new President, Jacki, along with the rest of officers and directors.
June 28th, Rotary Pavilion Concert, starring Pop Disaster, sponsored by Danvers Rotary. Always a great concert and fun time.

Speaker - Larry DeLorenzo & The Birds

No, I did not say Larry was for the birds, I said Larry and his birds. About 15 years ago Larry brought in some of his birds and it was a great hit and he agreed to share with us again this week. He showed us a picture of his Scarlet Macaw that he has had for 40 years, they live to be 100, so chances are he will outlive Larry. Larry's Aviary has over 100 birds that he takes care of. Many finches and parakeets are being bread for sale. He brought with him some parakeets and finches to show the beautiful colors and how they get along. The birds can survive in temperatures from 40 to 90 degrees, but love to be 60 to 65. He spoke about how you can't keep wild birds and it is against the law to take birds from other countries. All his birds came from private breeders. His Aviary is attached to his home and include 17 cages, many of which are used to breeding. Most birds fly free in the Aviary. I looked back to see if I had any pictures from Larry from fifteen years ago but was unable to find any. When Larry travels, Daughter Judy watches over the birds. As you can see in one of the included pictures, Judy, as a young child, enjoyed biking with her cockatiel. There is a lot of work that has to be done to keep birds, but Larry does not mind. Great talk and wonderful presentation. Thanks Larry.

Some great pictures:


		Great pictures. Who knew that both Larry and Judy are for the birds. Thanks Larry!!!!!

May 7 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Rotary Meeting May 7th:

President Elect Jacki opened the meeting and called on Judy D. for the invocation.

Rotary Moment:

Larry D. spoke about his one month road trip and how he was at least 50 Rotary signs in a variety of settings. While he did not make any meeting makeups in those communities it is obvious that Rotary is doing great things throughout the country and around the world. He said that he will get a better count and some sample pictures on his next trip.

Dates To Remember:

RYLA fast approaching, looking for High School Students to take part.
Walk for HAWK from Salem Commons is this Saturday, May 12th.
District Installation Dinner will be a cookout this year, at the Danversport on June 14th. Cost is $60 per person.
Danvers Rotary Induction Dinner will be Tuesday, June 26th at Palana Restaurant. Mark your calendar.
Band Concert, sponsored by Rotary, at the Pavilion on June 28th

Danvers Rotary Installation Dinner

The Induction, Installation dinner is planned for Tuesday, June 26th. Soon to be President Jacki will host the dinner meeting at Palana Restaurant. Mark your calendar and let's celebrate the beginning of Jacki's term as our leader.

Farmer's Market

Matt reported that the club is looking for all Rotarians to locate a sponsor or consider sponsoring themselves for $100.00 It is getting down to the wire for sponsorships and these are available from $100 to $500.

Rotary Multi District Summit

Gary reported on his attending the Multi District Rotary Summit. The International Rotary President's message was to looking to Diversity, women in particular. This is not a problem in our club but in other areas it is a concern. A couple of interesting facts were that 6% of Rotarians are age 40 and younger, membership number are down in the USA but there is much growth in Asia. Our district actually is presently at +26, which shows the strength in our area.

Speaker Dr. Dierdre Anderson

This week's speaker was Dr. Dierdre Anderson, Audiologist who has offices in Salisbury and in Methuen. Dr. Anderson lives in Epping, NH and has numerous credentials. Recently she went on a trip to he Dominican Republic to help underprivileged youth by fitting them with hearing aid systems to help their profound hearing loss. The group she went with purchased these hearing aids directly from the manufacturers at a huge discount. The group made molds of the children's ears on Monday and were fortunate to be able to get the finished product by Wednesday night, allowing them to be fitted to the children on Thursday and Friday. Another trip brought an FM system to children that allowed a teacher to, through FM waves, connect the teacher directly to the students hearing system. They were fortunate to have the system donated by a local School for the Deaf that was updating their system. Dr. Anderson also spoke about the importance of testing babies since one out of a thousand have hearing loss. She also answered some questions from the group about if insurance covers these aids in our area. For those of us 65 and up, on Medicare, only a very small portion of the cost, which could be up to $6,000. Also to note is that within 2 years hearing aids will be sold over the counter. She stressed the importance of being fitted for the correct type to insure actual improvement and the will to keep using them. For the best benefit a person must wear them all the time to get the best benefit. Neal Waldman speaks highly about Dr. Anderson as she is his Dr.. Very informative speaker and topic.

Sheriff Larry Quick Report

Larry D. gave for his one month road trip, Gary's daughter is engaged, Judy D. is engaged and the rest of us gave for a variety of reasons.

Rotoplast Mission Planned

The next Rotoplast Mission is set for September 30th through October 14th. The group is looking for a couple more Rotarians to help. Gary reported that the cost is usually about $1,000 to $2,000 depending if you want to bunk with another Rotarian or if you want a private room. It is very rewarding to take part in these missions, helping children in other parts of the world. Ask Gary for any details.

Next Week's Speaker Is For The Birds

Larry D. will bring in some of his birds and will share some great stories about his hobby. While he was on his one month road trip Judy took care of the birds and four new little ones were born. Larry spoke about 15 years ago and it was a great talk. This is a don't miss meeting.

Lastly cards were played by Bill Lee and Judy DeLorenzo who were both loooooosers. There are only 6 cards left and the money is really growing.

Enjoy your week and we will see you with the birds on Monday.

Lenny

The virtue lies in the struggle, not in the prize.

- Richard Monckton Milnes

April 23 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Weekly Meeting April 23rd, 2018

This week's meeting was called to order by President Bill. District Assistant Governor Kang Yu was visiting this week along with our guest speakers Debbie Gilmore and Kathy Gauthier.

Rotary Moments were shared:

Suzanne talked about her attending the Selectman's meeting for their vote to accept our Rotary Club's contribution of the Apple Orchard, planned for Endicott Park. She was proud to represent the club at the meeting.

Becky spoke about her volunteering along with Matt, Matt's son and John Zannino and his girlfriend. They all helped out at the Senior Center honoring Senior Center volunteers for their work during the year. It was a great event.

Dates and Notes to Remember:

There was a Board meeting on Tuesday at the Staples Work Bar.

Women's Build Day for Habitat for Humanity in Danvers. Saturday, May 5th beginning at 9:00 AM. Mary Beth has details for Rotarian women to help out.

Farmers Market begins June 13th. To date there are 15 vendors and Matt is still looking for someone selling fresh Honey. There is space available for sponsors for the bags and signs at both ends of the Market. Let Matt know is you know of anyone.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Rotary Leadership Institute
Four Points Sheraton Wakefield - Boston
Apr 28, 2018
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Happy 100th Anniversary Lynn Rotary
Four Points Sheraton
May 02, 2018
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Rotary Means Business: Workplace Bullying
McLane Middleton Law Center
May 09, 2018
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
RYLA 2018
Camp Glen Brook
May 11, 2018 2:00 PM –
May 13, 2018 5:00 PM
Rotary International Convention
Jun 23, 2018 – Jun 27, 2018
Toronto Convention: The Second City Comedy Night
Second City Theatre
Jun 25, 2018
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Guest Speakers from the Registry of Deeds in Salem:

Becky introduced Debbie Gilmore and Kathy Gauthier from the Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds. The topic this week was a new program "Property Fraud Watch Service" that is now offered to our District. While there has not been a major issue with fraud in our area to date, it is becoming a big issue in larger cities and the Registrar feels it is only time before fraud becomes common place. With filings being done electronically it is easier for this to take place since you don't physically have to sign paperwork. Presently most issues of fraud are family related. This new service can be signed up for online and Deb and Kathy encouraged everyone to periodically check the paperwork on their properties. When you sign up for the service you will be notified by email anytime that any paperwork is submitted at the Registry of Deeds. This was you will know if anyone files anything related to your property. Another thing they were recommending for each of us was to take advantage of the Homestead Act and that when any changes are made to the deed of a property a new Homestead must be files. Example of this is when a property is put into a family trust, as many of us are taking advantage of. It was very obvious that our Salem Registry of Deeds office is all about Customer Service and the Registrar wants his staff to be as helpful as possible. Kathy and Debbie are making the effort to meet every Rotary Club and will be working to meet other clubs and groups throughout the Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds. Great speakers this week.

Sheriff Brad Collects $122

This week Sheriff Brad collected from himself saying that he needs to begin saving for Diapers, Neal for Brad's new baby, Larry Raimondi rampaging Red Sox, Don Desmond for never driving again, Barry for Golf and Baby, Shelly for the Baby, Suzanne and Mary Beth for the baby, Lenny for being happy to being at the meeting, Tom Standring for the new Dad, Alden for the Red Hot Red Sox, Matt S for Peter Pan Junior "Matt's Son" and for is son's Goal. Becky for the same, Bill Lee for the week, President Bill for an awesome vacation, Rick Gilmore for the speakers, Gary Nangle for Melatonin-Get some sleep, Jacky for her birthday this weekend, Kang $10 for Jackie being at the District Assembly. Thank you to all.

Cards Played:

Both Tom Strandring and Brad Hunt were loooooooooosers, this week. There are only 10 cards left. Brad whined a bit, something about needing the money for diapers..... Sorry Brad.

Lastly, I will be away next week on vacation, getting a tan. Someone else will have to write.

See you when I return.

Lenny

Success comes before work only in the dictionary.

- Author Unknown Must be Lenny

April 9 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Notes for this week:

First to note, there will not be a meeting this Monday, April 16th, due to the holiday and the Boston Marathon. Enjoy the rainy day and spend some time with family. If you come to Rotary you will be meeting alone.

President Bill opened the meeting followed by Neal with this weeks words. Neal ended his message with his grand child's prayer: "Quiet Hands, Quit Feet, we are all together, now let's eat."

There were three guests this week, Rick Kee, Alex Lent - Library Director and John Somes.

For this week's Rotary moment Mary Beth and Annelie talked about their experience with Family Promiss, preparing and serving dinner to 9 children and 3 adults. Rotarians spent time with these families, serving a meal that they had cooked for them. Mary Beth spoke about an 8 year old boy she enjoyed a conversation with. He asked all sorts of questions and was really enjoying himself. A great hands on program.

Ted reminded everyone about the Job "Profession Day" to be held at the High School Friday Morning. He thanked everyone for helping and for their participation. This is not a job fair, but a chance o share information about our professions with the High School Students.

District Assembly is planned for April 19th from 2:45 to 6:30. Interested in going? Let Bill or Gary know.

Board Meeting is planned for April 24th, 8:30 AM and the Staples Work Bar, Liberty Tree Mall.

Rotary Leadership Institute is set for April 28th, Sheraton Wakefield. Having taken part in this in the past I recommend it as it gives a member great knowledge about Rotary and how to build our club to be the best it can be. Members learn so much more than just attending Rotary meetings.

This next Tuesday night, the Selectmen will vote to approve the Rotary Orchard for Endicott Park. Suzanne will be representing our club at the meeting. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Habitat For Humanity "Womens Building Days" will be held May 5th and May 9th. See Mary Beth if you would like to attend with her.

Farmers Market is looking for this year's Bag Sponsor and a couple of other sponsors. Matt is also looking for a vendor that will sell honey and possibly cold pressed juice. Barry will ask someone he knows. If you have any ideas on a vendor, please let Matt know.

Speaker - Alex Lent - Library Director

Becky introduced Alex Lent, our new Peabody Institute Library Director. Alex was chosen from 40 candidates and stated on November 20th. He grew up in North Hampton, MA and sent to Simmons and McGill Universities. Most people do other jobs and when they get older decide to enter the Librarian profession. This was not the case for Alex, as he decided to go into this profession right out of college. He interned and worked as Assistant Library Director in Medfield and Millis for three years. It was so refreshing to hear his passion about his job. He brought some great ideas to Danvers. While most think about a place to check out books, in recent years that was expanded to include things like DVDs and CDs. Alex has expanded the offerings to include many home items like guitars, sewing machines, pedometers, soil testers and even records and record players. Plans are to expand this program to create a larger variety of reasons to go to the library. The library will be closed on April 25th thru the 27th for the staff to restructure and redistribute items throughout the library to make them easier to find and check out. A few things that our club has done for the library include furnishing the Tom Standring Room, Building the Rotary Pavilion, Restoring the mural of George Peabody and sponsoring the Children's Garden and recently providing outdoor Chess/Checker setups for people to enjoy the game on the grounds of the library. Danvers is very fortunate to have such a fine looking library and is very fortunate to have Alex Lent as our new Library Director.

Sheriff's Report

Sheriff Larry collected $258 this week. A great deal of the funds were from Neal (100 for his birthday) and Lenny (65 for his birthday. Obviously Neal is older than Lenny. John Somes paid 25 for be happy to be back in Danvers, Alden and Don for the Red Sox, Bill was looking for wine, Rick and Bary for the team of Lenny and John, Gary for being out riding his bike, Matt for his guest Rick Kee, Kim for the Sunshine, Dan for enjoyable Masters Golf Tournament, Mary Beth for daughters Engagement and Brad's Baby, Suzanne for time spent in KeyWest, Becky and Anellie for Alex our speaker, Lary D. for receiving his first Social Security Check. Thank you to all.

Cards were played by Larry and Ted, Both loooooooooooooooooooooosers.

Remember, no meeting this Monday, April 16th.

See you on the April 23rd.

Lenny

Success is the goof fortune that comes from aspiration, desperation, perspiration and inspiration.

-Evan Esar

April 2 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Here we go with this week's notes from the meeting. Meeting was on the small side, only two tables. For those of you that missed this one you missed one of the best meals ever; seafood newburg with plenty of lobster, prime rib, and great veggies and unbelievable deserts. Becky was collecting at the table, President Bill opened the meeting and John Zannino gave the invocation.

Rotary Moment: Tom Standring

Tom Standring returned from his wintering in Florida in the Villages. He was reading in the news paper that there was a support group for those affected by Polio, that was part of the local Rotary Club. He decided to attend the meeting to hear what it was about. There were people that either themselves or relatives has been treated with the iron lung, along with other treatments. They spoke about fundraising for the cause. There were polio survivors and family members. Tom spoke to the group about how committed Rotary is to the cure and how Ralph and company had biked across the country to raise funds for Polio research. He asked if he could say a few words and with his passion, told the story of what Danvers Rotary has done.

Upcoming dates to remember:

District Assembly - "Be The Inspiration"

This year's District Assembly will be held Thursday, April 19th, DoubleTree, Danvers. The theme for this year is "BE THE INSPIRATION". Cost is $35.00 each and registrations are thru the District Website. This is a great experience and a great way to learn more about what is happening throughout the district.

RYLA - May 11th-13th

This year's Rotary Youth Leadership Awards program will be held at Camp Glenn in New Hampshire this year. High School Sophomores and Juniors can apply for this training opportunity. Our club has put funding together to allow for some students to take advantage of this and has notified Danvers High School, the Prep, Bishop Fenwick and Essex Tech. If you know of anyone that would benefit from this experience please let the club know.

District Conference - May 4th - 6th

This year's District Conference will be at the Mount Washington Hotel the weekend of May 4th thru the 6th. Gary Nangle is attending and encouraged others to attend as well. The only issue is a place to stay as the room s are booked. You can do AirB&B or other B&Bs. Interested? Information is on the District Website.

John Zannino's Classification

What a great Classification Talk, given by one of our new members, John Zannino. He was brought up in Peabody and moved to Danvers 4 years ago and lives in the Highlands on Centre Street. Went to College in Maine and when he finished up with school he came home to work, doing tree work. After doing that hard and challenging work with trees he went into the family Insurance Business. He loved the tree work as he did the climbing work to trim, that most so with bucket trucks. After being in the high risk type of business he feels he is well positioned to help with insurance for those high risk jobs. His business is in
Peabody. So glad he joined Danvers, he is such a fun guy to talk with and surely to work with. While in college he did volunteer work with those in Poverty and just loves how Rotary jumps in to help those in need, exactly what he loves to do. His hobbies include anything that is outside, hiking, etc.. He and his girl friend live in a historic house on Centre St.

Let us not forget he plunged into the ocean for all of us this winter and is there for everything that we do.

So glad t have you in the club John.

Sheriff Brad Collected $54.00

Lenny paid for his retirement party last Friday night. Thank you for everyone that attended. Ted S, Dr. Bill and Becky all for Lenny's retirement party. Bill Lee for more Snow, Dan for a good Easter, Rick Gilmore for Surf and Turf, Tom Standring is back, John Z and Karen for Brad's Doom Due Date, Mary Beth for two weeks in Florida, Annelie for a wonderful Easter, Chelsea IOU and Brad H. still waiting for the baby. $54.00 - Thank you to all.

Hunt Baby Arrives:

Tuesday Night, April 3rd, Lauren and Brad Hunt's baby girl was born. Surely when we see Brad again, he will be wrinkled, unshaven and quite tired. Surely he will still have a smile on his face. Seems like just a year ago Brad was ready to sign up for being the bachelor. Now he is the old tired married Dad. Who new his time would come............. Congrats Lauren and Brad, for these are the fun days.

Cards were played by:

The cards were played by both Bill Lee and Ted Speliotis. Both were looooooooooooosers..... Sorry you two.

Enjoy your weekend.

Lenny

Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.

-Winston Churchill

March 19 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Lenny Mercier

Notes from the meeting.......

President Bill opened the meeting following by words of wisdom. There were two guests this week; on Christopher Sanborn the speaker and Chris Wood from Essex Tech High School. More to follow on these two under the Speaker Section.

Rotary Moment

President Elect Jacki shared information from her PETS weekend. No not her weekend playing with dogs, cats and other pets, but her Rotary Weekend for "President Elect Training" for her upcoming time as our president. During this weekend she met with a lot of people and learned a great deal about Rotary, what other clubs do, the right and wrong things to do, and much more. This is the time when the future club president plans for what their club can and will achieve during heir upcoming year. Jacki would love to partner with other local clubs to do some projects that can make a great difference in our community and those of others. When thinking back, I have such great memories of when I went thru PETS and my year as President of our club. Many of you have similar memories. The PETS weekend is a time for bonding with other incoming club presidents, learning what works and what doesn't, and just a fun time.

New Member Orientation - District wide

On Tuesday, April 3rd, from 6 to 9 PM, the District will hold a New Member Orientation at the Sheraton Wakefield. The club pays if you are interested in attending this chance to learn more about Rotary. New Club Members will learn about the many programs and activities included with Rotary. Learn more about Rotary beyond the local club's activities. Let President Bill or Gary Nangle know if you want to take part in the orientation.

District Assembly - "Be The Inspiration"

RYLA - May 11th-13th

District Conference - May 4th - 6th

Board Meeting Highlights

At the recent Board Meeting some of the items approved for funding included $500 for the Band Concert "Disaster", $600 for the Summer Concert Series, $300 for Pure Water, $250 for DanversCares, $1,600 for 4 students to take part in RYLA and $3,000 for Friends Forever. The Cruise Raffle had a profit around $6,000 and the club looks to the next fundraiser.

Speaker - Christopher Sanborn

This week's speaker was Christopher Sanborn, who happens to be the Danvers Harbor Master and the Director of Natural Resources at Endicott Park. Today's talk was about Endicott Park and the 165 acres of recreational land available to the community as a great resource. Also at Endicott Park is the Danvers Historical Society's Endicott Estate that sits on 11 acres. There are over 200,000 visits to Endicott Park a year. The Dog Park is a local favorite and the Nature Center is the newest addition/program. As President Bill's major project this year, Rotary and the Community, with the help of students from the Arbor Department of Essex Technical High School, will restore and plant an Apple Orchard at the park. Bill's plan is to plant an apple tree for each Rotarian in the club (40 trees). The partnership with the High Schoolers in the Arbor program will be a great one since they can help to plant, maintain and oversee the orchard for years to come. Chris Wood who heads up the Arbor Department at Essex Tech was with us this week, mentioning that he was excited to be part of the project and that it will be a great opportunity for his students to maintain the orchard as part of their program. It is estimated that in as little as three years the trees till develop fruit. There will also be a picnic area near the orchard and care will be taken to keep it safe from any spraying and maintenance of the trees. Bill thanked Rotarian John Zannino for his knowing and introduction for Mr. Sanborn and Mr. Wood. This program will be another great connection our club has with the Town. Even got President Bill in the picture.

Sheriff Brad collects $71.00

Brad Hunt collected from Ted for St. Patty's Day, Bill Lee for Happy Spring, Alden for the 1st Pitch, Annelie for the guests, Suzanne for Barry filling in for her at the table while she is away, Dan for Danny Boy, Matt for a nicer sheriff that the one last Thursday and for the sun shining, Barry for the Kids March in DC, Karen for the guests, Lenny for a good weekend, Shelly for her event, John Zannino for the guests, Jacki for PETS, Don for Spring and his Birthday, President Bill for the guest speaker and Brad for 15 days. Thank you to all.

Career Fair Danvers High School

Ted S. asked everyone to consider participating with the following details from Ted.

As you know, on Friday April 13^th from 7:30 - 11:30am Danvers Rotary is once again hosting a Career Fair for students in grades 9 through 12 at Danvers High. The purpose of this fair is to expose the kids to as many careers paths as possible, our hope is to have diverse representation from local businesses and organizations.

If you are interested in having a table at the fair (or know of anyone outside of our club that may be interested) please email my office including your name (and the names of anyone else that will be joining you), the name of your business/organization, your title, and a contact phone number. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ellena Christopoulos in my office at 617-722-2410.

A VERY Special thank you to all the Rotarians who have already signed up!

NEHD Event

Shelly reported that the New England Homes for the Deaf will be present an Afternoon of Deaf History and Artifacts on Saturday, April 14th from 2 - 6 PM. See attachment at end for details.

Cards were played by two Rotarians that were both loooooooosers. Sorry you two.

Enjoy your weekend and we will see you on Monday.

Lenny

Every tomorrow has two handles. We can take hold of it with the handle of anxiety or the handle of faith.

- Henry Ward Beecher

March 26 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Well, attendance was a bit light this week. Meeting was opened by President Bill, followed by an invocation by Kim. There was quite a bit of talking at our table, much about skiing, vacationing, the weather and retirement. Larry D. tells me I am going to totally enjoy retirement, not having to follow any schedule, etc. As for the skiing, Larry and Rick were sharing notes on how the past couple of weeks will go down as some of the best ever skiing in New England. The meal this week was a variety of sandwiches, ravioli's and more with clam chowder. The desserts were wonderful. Don't tell my wife or Doctor but I had two.

The following date are to be remembered:

April 3rd is the New Member District Orientation, held at the Sheraton Wakefield from 6 to 9 pm. Information is available on the District Website and there is no cost to you personally. You can only learn so much from your fellow local Rotarian. This District event will help orient the member, who joined in the past year or so, to all the avenues of Rotary. Give it some thought.
April 4th is the Family Promiss Volunteer Meal Preparation, which is sponsored by our club. Rotarians will work to prepare a meal for a homeless family and enjoy some time with them. Jacki has the details.
District Conference is fast approaching and those interested in attending can register through the District Web Site. Will be held at Mount Washington as the 2018 Rotary Summit from May 4th to the 6th. Gary Nangle is attending and would love to see other Rotarians attend.
District Assembly will be held at the Four Points Sheraton, April 19th. From 2:45 6:30 the assembly will be held with this year's theme of "Be the Inspiration" Register on the District Web Site.
RYLA 2018 (Rotary Youth Leadership Assembly) will be held May 11th thru the 13th. This year's program is moving to Camp Glen Brook and is for teens in grades 10 and 11. The board has appropriated funding for students to take part in the Leadership program. Know anyone that would like to take part in this program. Get those hames to Jacki.
Rotary Leadership Institute will be held at Four Points Sheraton, Wakefield on April 28th. Having taken advantage of this training myself, I highly recommend it to every Rotarian. Give it some thought.
Camp Rotary Camperships: Our club has approved the funding of two campers to the Camp Rotary Program for this summer. Children ages 6 to 14 are accepted into this camp and please get any recommendations to Bill.

Speaker - Deborah Burkholder, IC Transitions

Matt introduced Deborah Burkholder from IC Transitions, who is a HR Stratagist. Her business is new to the Danvers Community and is located at the Staples Work Bar. The purpose of IC Transitions is to work with and help individuals who find themselves unemployed for an extended amount of time, helping them tackle tough challenges. Even with unemployment numbers at record low levels in Massachusetts there are a number of people, especially in their older years that find themselves without work for a variety of reasons and with their are factor it is hard to find work that matches their talent. Most businesses are hiring younger individuals as they can pay them less. For the older available employee to accept a position that pays 1/2 of what they were used to making, it is difficult to start over. Many spend years trying to locate the right job, which opens a new category of unemployment, extended unemployment. Today most Americans can't cover a $400 emergency bill from any savings, as they live week to week. This program was launched in Danvers to help those with this issue and help them find meaningful work. Working from the Work Bar is great as there are 180 professionals, all types of businesses with a variety of talents. Presently they raise funds for their office space and everyone volunteers in the group, helping to coach what used to be for ages 45 and up and now is also working with those younger. They are looking to fund the growth of their business.

Here Deborah is clearly telling a Work Bar story about President Bill.

Sheriff Report

This week each table collected and reported on their funds. Many were for the weather, the speaker, vacations. skiing and more.

Card Game

Both Kim and Jacki took their chances with the cards this week. Lucky for everyone else they did not succeed. Sorry you two looooooosers. Maybe the next time. I really was looking for one of you to win but sorry can't change it.

Next Week's Speakers

Next week both Matt Nastasia and John Zannino will give their classification talks. This will give us a chance to learn what really makes them tick. Surely John has stopped shaking from the cold water at the Polar Plunge and who knows, maybe Matt will bring some money samples for each of us. Either way come and listen about these newer Rotarians.

Enjoy the weekend.

Lenny

If we all did the things we are capable of, we would astound ourselves.

- Thomas Edison

February 26 2018 Rotoracle

What a great meeting this week. It opened with President Bill welcoming the group followed by special words from our Polar Plunge member John Zannino. We has two visitors from St. Vincent DePaul.

Rotary Moment

Matt was in Florida, Ft. Lauderdale, in the everglades. He met some Rotarians that were running a Bike Race as a fundraiser for Polio Plus. He did invite them to our District's Polar Plunge for next year, but something tells me that they will probably pass on that. Point to the moment is that no matter where you go in the world you will run into Rotarians doing great things, helping many people. Personally I would prefer to run into Rotarians in Florida rather than at the Polar Plunge. Brrrrrrrrrrr.

Since we were on the subject of raising funds for Polio Plus a few figures were shared. While I do not have them all, these are a couple that stand out for me: Our district raised 1 million thos past year, our club raised over $1,000, mostly by John Zannino's plunging, the Gates Foundation matches $2 for every $1 raised by Rotarians for this effort. Pakistan, Nigeria and Afghanistan are the only countries left were Polio is still present. Hopefully this will be taken care of soon.

This week there was a Board Meeting on Tuesday and the Peace and Understanding Dinner was held on Wednesday.

St. Patrick's Week Meeting

We will not be meeting on Monday, March 12th. We will be meeting with the Beverly Rotary Club on Thursday, March 15th for a day of Irishness. You know green water, corn beef and fixins. I have heard that there will be another option, Chicken Florentine. Well I enjoy the corn beef once a year. Surely there will be entertainment and such. Jacki sent our a reminder today about the joint meeting and would like to see a good attendance from Danvers Rotarians. Good time, plan on attending and again, do not go to the Yacht Club on Monday the 12th, unless you are going for a swim. Don't forget to mark your calendar.

Thank you from St. Vincent DePaul

Dee Rielly and a fellow volunteer from St. Vincent DePaul visited with us this week to thank our club for stepping up to help when they did not know where to turn. Dee remembered a conversation she had had with Matt Schroeder when she and fellow workers were panicking, just as the holidays were approaching for the winter break. Two homeless families, living in local hotels were going to be without gifts for their children, one having 4 children with one still believing in Santa Cullen on the roof. Knowing that helping these families with food was never an issue, but she had no avenue to secure toys and such for the children. Remembering her conversation with Matt, she called him, just hoping that he could help or give her suggestions. As we all know Matt and how he works, he told Dee that he would take care of it with the club resources and he did just that. The had their holiday with the belief of Santa in tack and these two families were taken care of in a manner that our club is know for. Thank you Matt for all you do for Rotary and all you do for the community. I, for one, am proud to have you as a friend and fellow Rotarian.

Guest Speaker - Rich Maloney

This week's speaker was Rich Maloney, our Danvers Building Inspector, Manager of Inspectional Services. Rich heads up all code enforcing in Danvers. Went to Danvers High and Merrimack College, worked as assistant to our previous inspector for a number of years. His department is responsible for inspecting all buildings, electrical, gas, plumbing and everything else that has to do with services that need inspection. Mr. Maloney shared some interesting facts about our fine town. There are almost identical numbers of new homes built in Danvers each year and the population has stayed pretty constant. Homes are bigger than ever today with fewer people living in them. Some buildings in town have to be inspected yearly, like the schools, the Y and other places of assembly, all meet this requirement. My first hand experiences with Inspector Rich Maloney and his staff in that they are all fair, treat everyone the same and are extremely knowledgeable about the codes and are very helpful in assisting people to meet those codes. Interesting to note that in the early times there was a small book that covered the codes needing attention for inspectional services. Now there are a number of 5 inch binders that list the codes required in today's construction. We would all agree that things today are a lot more complicated than they were when we were younger and construction is totally different now that it ever was. Like electronics and technology changing at such a rapid pace, construction materials and all building codes are trying to keep pace. Being a son of a plumber, (not a son of a B----), I still have a hard time accepting that plastic water pipes are as good as copper. Now that is showing my age. Anyway, Rich Maloney and his code enforcement department do a wonderful job. We are very fortunate to have so many great people working within our town that truly care for the entire community. Great job speaking this week, making code enforcement an interesting subject.

Sheriff Brad Collects $76.00

This week Sheriff Brad collected $76.00 from the following: Shelley for Peace, Lenny for a great weekend, Dan for Meghan Duggan and the US Girls Hockey Team, John for fun, Suzanne for the Women's Hockey Team, Annelie for help for victims, Becky and Jacki for our guests, Alden for the Season Opener, Bill Lee - What no wine?, Don for the guests, President Bill for the Guests, Gary N, Mary Beth and Ted for Meghan Duggan, Matt S. for his recent trip to Disney in Florida, Sara for some reason I don't understand and Brad for USA and a note about 5 weeks from due date. Thank you to all.......

Cards Played

Both Brad and Bill Lee took their chances at cards and lucky for us and not for them, they were both loooooooooooooosers.

Speaker for Monday, March 5th

Noam Baranovsky will be speaking on Friends Forever International. Always a great presentation with Friends Forever.

That is about it for now. Have to go check out the leaks from all today's rain (Friday).

Not a great day to fly a kite or to stand outside for very long.

Enjoy the rest of you day and weekend.

Lenny

The man who is swimming against the stream knows the strength of it.

- Woodrow Wilson

I would add that he also knows how cold it is. Lenny

February 12 2018 Rotoracle

Posted by Len Mercier

Club meeting was called to order by President Bill Nolan with an inspirational invocation by Brad Hunt. What a team to open the meeting. Three guests were visiting this week; Michael Wise was the guest of Don Desmond, Juliana Sirois was the guest and daughter of Annelie Sirois, and Scott Shultz from the Institute of Career Transition was the guest of Matt Schroeder. Great to see guests with us.

No Meeting Monday, February 19th

Don't forget Monday is President's Day and there will not be a Rotary Meeting. It's a good day to go for a walk, pick up the sticks around the yard if there isn't any snow, and car dealers would say it is a great day to buy a car. Well for many of us it is a day to work. Well think about Rotary and how you can help to improve the world.