The Rotary Club of Ambler

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Vol. 81. Edition 39 March 29, 2006

Please note that Change-Over will be held on June 21 at 6 P.M

MARCH 29 MEETING:

Today we opened with the Pledge to the Flag, and then President Tom demonstrated that he is a quick learner by introducing and leading us in singing, “God Bless America.” Dave Robert’s was placing money, saying it would take President Tom a lot longer than it has and finally, Jeff Jacoby presented the invocation.

Today’s guests included:

· Vice Tarquini (former member who has moved back into our community),

· Michele Berk, an Elder Law attorney in Fort Washington

· Rosemarie DeLuca from Act II Playhouse

· Jeannette Talese and John Mahoney from the Ambler Symphony.

President Tom thanked all who assisted in today’s meeting including: Joan Coleman,

Donna Buckley, Maria Kim (50-50) and Jim Kline (set-up). Not included was the person or persons taking attendance, hmm.

President Tom seems to be somewhat defensive about his jokes, so he read a few “True” stories about children in bible classes, donated by Past President, Dave Roberts.

On a positive note, President Tom read from an article from the District Newsletter stating that Ambler Rotary is number one in the district with regard to the amount of money pledged and actually raised in support of Polio Plus. We had a goal of $25,000 and actually raised $32,000. All this was possible because of the outstanding leadership of Phil Albright. Thank, Phil!

A fair warning was issued to all. Mark Waltz, filling in for Chuck Dager, will be administering a test in mid April on the “Rotarian” magazine. Be prepared.

President Tom reads his Jokes

COMMUNITY IN CELEBRATION:

• Bill Weir parted with the green, thankful that he and Mary were not seriously injured in an auto accident on Saturday in route to Dick Johnson’s services.
• Barbara Johnson thanked everyone for the support she and her family has received from members of this great organization.
• John Snyder parted with $2 and announced that he required an additional 10 Grand Club tickets. See Grand Club announcement below.
• Alain DuPlat gave a report on his wife Graciela and her fight with cancer. We are all pulling for Graciela and hope that the radiation and chemo pull off a miracle.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• The Rotary Club of Allentown West will be holding their Thirteenth Annual Charity Auction on Friday at the Fogelsville Auction Center. Further information may be found by clicking on the link at the top of the newsletter, “Rotary District 7430”, then “Club Events” on the left hand column.

• Group Study Exchange will be going outbound in September to South Africa. They are looking for young professional individuals between ages 25-40 who would like to travel to S. Africa for 5 weeks and have all travel expense paid by the District and hosting clubs. Participants must be non Rotary professionals. Applications must be submitted by 5/1. See President Tom for further information.

GRAND CLUB UPDATE:

Walt West reports that there are eight members who have not received their tickets. Walt will attempt to contact these members by email. Walt reports that $3,850.00 has been received so far. Ninety tickets remain to be handed out.  We must have all one thousand tickets sold and money handed in before we can start the drawings. We should start the drawings April 19 so the grand prize can be given out during the Change Over meeting June 21st. Remember, the club will net seven thousand dollars from the Grand Club. The following Rotarians lead in ticket sales:

DAVE LIGHTKEP -  40 tickets paid $300.00

JOHN SYNDER -  30     "       "      200.00

DICK BOOTH -   20     "        "       200.00

BOB KING -            20    "           "       200.00

BILL MCAULLIFE - 20     "         "        200.00

DAN RITTER -          20    "          "       200.00

BILL WEIR -            20    "         "       200.00

RAY MILLER -          15    "          "       150.00

PROGRAM. We were entertained by six members of the Ambler Symphony, including our own Steve Pribis on bassoon. The music spoke for itself. The Ambler Symphony will be presenting the 2^nd Series Concert of their 55^th Season on Wednesday April 5, 2006 beginning at 8:00 P.M. at Wissahickon High School Auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door: $12 adults, $10 seniors, and $5 students.

50-50: the winner with the white tee and $12 is Bill McAuliffe

Bill McAuliffe and Joe Schneider

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UP-COMING PROGRAMS: (Program Chair, Pat McGee)

4-5 – TBA

4-12 – George Carey – Barber Shopping

4-19 – Business meeting

4-26 – Hunt Weber – Rotary Foundation

ASSIGNMENTS: (Chair, Elaine Hubing) We are reminded that if you can't fulfill your service obligation, please provide a suitable substitute and call Elaine to let her know:

Set-up/

Take-Down Prayer 50/50 Greeters

4-5 - D. Landis Larson Lawrence G. Landis & Lightkep

4-12 - Marinucci Miller Blasko McAuliffe & Irving

4-19 – R. Myers Pugsley McGonagle Pribis & Parkinson

4-26 – Reis Ries Reinoehl Roberts & Satterly

5-3 - Smith Swansen Urban Schneider & Strasburg

The Rotary Club of Ambler, Pennsylvania

The following people have been nominated for membership in the Rotary Club of Ambler.

Richard M. Bromberg

Has been nominated by Tom Murphy

Under the classification of Financial / Mortgage

Richard lives in Newtown Square with his wife Randi and is a four year member of the North Penn Club. He is employed by Weichert Financial Services in Blue Bell. He enjoys playing Hockey & Travel.

Any comments regarding proposed new members should be directed to the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Ambler, Pennsylvania

Publication dates: 3-22 and 3-29