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Tuesday, August 09, 2011 |
Club President
Horace Feliu
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ROTARY
THEME
2011 - 2012
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We welcome our visitors:
Todd Davey - Grand Caymen
Pavlov Roman- Grand Caymen
Joe Stephens - Assistant District Governor
Daisy Harrell - South Miami Alliance for Youth
Donna Shelly - South Miami Alliance for Youth
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We are happy because:
Gabriel de Armas- Happy to be able to hire new employees
Britt Steinhardt- Happy for donations of shorts for homeless youth
Mike Newman - The Rotary motto is "service above self. He who serves best profits most," this ties in with the idea of encouraging networking
Pansy Graham- Happy for a restful and enjoyable weekend in Daytona Beach
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It’s Your Turn to bring a DOOR PRIZE!
(in REVERSE alphabetical order unless a switch is requested)
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| August 16, 2011 |
Rosen, Marty |
| August 23, 2011 |
Reitnauer, Doreen |
| August 30, 2011 |
Reilly, Buck |
| September 6, 2011 |
Perlmutter, Jordan |
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* * * A N N O U N C E M E N T S * * *
- Britt Steinhardt announced that she would like to collect donations of shorts for the homeless youth that are helped by the organization Stand Up for Kids. They serve meals every monday across from the American Airlines Arena at the United Methodist Church.
- Daisy Harrel discussed the South Miami Alliance for Youth. The organization was organized in 1995 with a purpose of helping South Miami youth excel and be successful. This weekend they will be sponsoring a Cotillion for the youth and Jungle Island. This is a graduation/coming out ceremony for students that have gone through courses on manners, etiquette, dressing for the occassion and more.
- Rooney Brodie announced that South Miami Hospital is hosting a pack day immediately following this meeting today. All are welcome to come get our goodies ready to go to Nassau!
- John Sorgie announced that 3 members have sold all of their books already, please try to sell your books this is an important fundraiser.
- Diana Phillips is still at Mercy and appreciates phone calls or visits!
- The District Conference will be held November 17 - 20th at the Hyatt Regency at Coconut Point in Bonita Springs. Early Bird registration deadline is July 31st. This even will be full of activities for everyone, including Free Cocktail Receiption on Thursday night, Pirate Casino on Friday night and Major Donor Reception/Black Tie Gala on Saturday night. Beautiful hotel with great activities and outdoor events for everyone. See District website for registration details.
- Joe Stephens, Assistant District Governor, asked members to network with existing members. In order to attract new members, we are encouraging networking and they would like to invite young professionals to network as part of our meetings.
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DID YOU MISS A MEETING ‘BECAUSE YOU WERE AWAY?
Our club goal is 100% Attendance!
If you miss a meeting, it can be made-up within 2 weeks, before or
after, the missed meeting date.
For online make-ups:
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Visit www.ri6990.org to find a club to make up an absence.
Attendance credit for a 30-minute interactive club Web site activity offers an alternative to making up a meeting at another club.
To earn this credit, Rotarians log on to the site, read up on a range of subjects, post comments, & submit a form to the club secretary.
How to do a Make-Up On-Line via Rotary eClub One?
Perfect attendance is now possible for every Rotarian with computer access. Rotary’s eClub One is a full-service online charted Rotary Club. Meetings operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. What an easy way to make up for a meeting that you have missed! During the last Rotary year, Rotary eClub One welcomed more than 120,000 visitors from 161 countries. Of these, about 800 per week participated in one of eClub One’s meeting programs and applied for make-up credit.
Here’s what you have to do to earn make up credit. Go to
http://www.rotary.org/RIdocuments/en_pdf/eclub_list.pdf
It is mandatory that you spend at least 30 minutes on the website for qualify for a make-up credit. (Remember Rotarians are guided by the principles of the 4 Way Test).
For make-ups anywhere around the world when traveling internationally:
http://rotary.org/support/clubs/index.html
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NOTIFY Joan Harris, RCSM Secretary
of ALL make-ups: Joandharris@bellsouth.net
| Meeting Functionaries |
| Invocation: |
Ed Fisher |
| Pledge: |
Stan Seltsman
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| Happy Dollars: |
Donna Gaines |
| Four Way Test: |
Raquel Hickey |
| Future Speakers: |
| August 16 |
Mark Fagan, State Agricultural Department "Threats to the avocado industry" |
| August 23 |
Florida Marlins |
| August 30 |
Author Carol Cope "Joe Cool's Tragic Final Voyage" |
| September 6 |
Harry Horgan "Shake A Leg" |
| September 13 |
Laura Renolyds, Tropical Audubon Society |
| Mark Your Calendars: |
| August, 29 |
Board Meeting at First National Bank of South Miami, 6:00pm |
| September 8 |
Football Mania Collections Are Due |
| September 12 |
Rotarian 2 Rotarian Second Monday Mixer, Seasons 52, Coral Gables, 5:30pm |
| November 17-20 |
Rotary District Conference, Hyatt Regency, Bonita Springs |
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Rotary Club of South Miami, Inc. Board of Directors:
Julio Avael, Gabriel de Armas, Fabio Fernandez, Raquel Hickey, Wendy Lapidus, Charles Ruiz de Castilla, Britt Steinhardt, Brett Trembly
www.southmiamirotary.org
Rotary Foundation of South Miami, Inc. Board of Directors:
Horace Feliu, Karen Vassell, Doreen Reitnauer, Joan Harris, Fabio Fernandez – Foundation Treasurer, Charles Ruiz de Castilla, Wendy Lapidus, Brett Trembly
Rotary District 6990:
www.ri6990.org / 305-860-8060
District Governor Todd Dayton
World Organizaion:
www.rotary.org
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Mission Statement
The mission of Rotary International, a worldwide association of Rotary clubs, is to provide service to others, to promote high ethical standards, and to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leader.
THE 4-WAY TEST OF THE THINGS WE THINK, SAY OR DO:
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Is it the TRUTH?
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
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Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?"
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Benefits of Being A Rotarian (Membership)
Rotary membership provides the opportunity to:
¨ Become connected to your community.
¨ Work with others in addressing community needs.
¨ Interact with other professionals in your community;
¨ Assist with RI's international humanitarian service efforts.
¨ Establish contacts with an international network of professionals.
¨ Develop leadership skills. Involve family in promoting service efforts.
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Our Speaker Today:
Leo Sarmiento "Parrot Jungle Island"
This year will mark the 75th anniversary of Parrot Jungle. Parrot Jungle was sold in 1988 and moved to a new location on Watson Island. Jungle Island is more than a zoo with much more than just parrots, there are many other attractions for people of all ages. Some of the most popular attractions are a Liger (half lion, half tiger) and the worlds most lethal bird, the Cassowary. At Jungle Islands you can get a close up look at many animals and there are also opportunities to interact with the animals, offering a unique experience. A new exhibit will be opening this Friday and for the first time it will be streamed live. Other popular attractions include the Lemur encounter and VIP tour. Jungle Island also offers catering for private events, small or large.
Jungle Island is open 365 days a year. Special shows and events can extend the regular hours which are Monday - Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 6pm. It is located between Downtown Miami and South Beach at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, Fl 33132. Admission Prices are as follows: One-Day Admission: Adults (11-64) $32.95 plus tax, Adults (65+) $30.95 plus tax, Children (3-10) $24.95 plus tax and Children (0-2) Free.
For more information you can visit www.jungleisland.com
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