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Meeting began with the pledge and the prayer.  Another AI prayer by Paul :)
Karen brought a guest Mickey Preli from M&T Bank.  Potential Member !  Rob Gill talked about next week's packing of the boxes.  He shared a story of the lunch getting lost on a fire truck.  We talked about reaching out to 27east for publicity for next weeks event .  Tim is hosting a hike this week at Mulvah Hill 320 Brick Kiln in Sag Harbor.  Tom Guldi talked about Veterans Day celebration in Agawam Park.  Rosane talked about our Shippy's visit and the unpaid bar bill.  We talked about not discussing business at our night meetings and just have it be a social gathering.  Rosane stressed the importance of bringing new people to our night meetings events.   The board will be actively pursuing different locations to host meetings in addition to going to Shippys.  Mary Kelly was our sargent, Vicki won the 50/50.  We were quizzed on Daylight Savings Time and she shared her wisdom on the subject.    Our program was Ragan Ingram and Theresa Roden from I tri.   We donated $250 before Theresa had to leave.  Ragan told us about their programs that empower women to stay in shape.  They inspire people to do a Triathalon that they host every year.   You can find out more about I-Tri by visiting this link
Meeting began with drinks at the bar.  Rosane rang the bell at 6:30pm as we welcomed our 1st meeting at Shippy's .  John passed the menu around to see what the popular options are.  We did the pledge and the prayer.  Paul said a nice prayer about a deceased family member, great opportunity to honor him.    Sean made an announcement for the 4th of July Fundraiser, tickets are on sale.  Our program was Kim Covell from Flying Point Foundation.   The Flying Point Foundation for Autism, a 501(c)3 non-profit, offers an eight-day summer camp for children with autism alongside their typical developing siblings and peers, as well as social and recreational events, scholarships and teacher grants. We made a donation of $250
The meeting began with the prayer and the pledge.  James Grossi ran the meeting as President Rosane was on vacation.  A few announcements: next week we are at Shippy's at 5:30pm for a night meeting.  Thanksgiving Boxes will be on November 13th at 11am.  Tom Guldi was sergeant, and Ed D won the 50/50 and successfully located the Jack of Hearts
 
 Tom pointed out that Alexis had leaves on the back of her jacket. The rotary club first met in a house that used to be in the CVS parking lot.  I learned that Toronto won the World Series in 1992.  Patrick Barry from Camp Pa-Quatic was our program. He told us about all the challenges that the camp has been navigating.  He told us a great story about a camper's parents who have not been on vacation in 15 years. Pat also presented the club with a challenge: to come feed the camp next summer.  He also presented a copy of their wish list.  I'm always impressed to hear about the camp.  We visit the camp a lot, as our Happenings meetings are located there a few times a year.  I hope we can come together and accept Pat's challenge to feed the camp next summer.  He also provided a wish list of what they are looking for to help the camp out in their operations.  We appreciate Pat for visiting us today and provided a check for $250
 
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Meeting began with the prayer and the pledge.  Rosane was away so president elect James Grossi stepped in to run the meeting.  Tim and Southampton Trails is hosting a hike this Saturday through Elliston Park, 75 Millstone Brook Rd 9:15am.  Beau and Southampton Animal Shelter are hosting a fundraiser on 10/21/25 at Union Burger Bar.  Tickets are $79 in advance, $99 at the door.   Our packing of the annual food boxes will take place at 11am at the Southampton Fire station #2.  We approved at $5,000 budget for Rob Gill to purchase food at Stop & Shop.  Karen was our sargent, Laurie won the 50/50.  8 of hearts was picked.  In honor of our guests we were quizzed on education.   Our program was Project Most represented by Rebecca & Lorretta.  Project Most inspires students to open their eyes to the possibilities of the world through enriching programming that allows them to learn, create, express themselves, and help others.  The club presented them with a check for $250.
 
 
Meeting began with the prayer and the pledge.   Rosane announced we will be doing the annual Thanksgiving boxes headed by Rob Gill on November 13th.  More info on that soon.  Sunday schermeyer who is running for Town Clerk, was visiting us.  She gave us a briefing on all of the good work they are doing in the Hampton Bays office of the building department.  Travis was our sargent.  Tom Guldi won the 50/50. We were quizzed on cheeze.   Travis shouted out Cisneros Tire who have been doing good work in the communinty.  Our program was Nick & Alexx from Southampton Ocean Village Rescue. "Southampton Village Ocean Rescue (SVOR) is a volunteer first responder organization that responds to calls 24/7 year-round. Our members are dedicated to making expeditious and safe water rescues at all unprotected beaches in Southampton Village. Our rescuers are ocean lifeguard and CPR certified. We believe that one drowning is too many!"  I mailed them a donation for $250.
 
 
Meeting began with the prayer and the pledge.  We had a guest from Andrew Wilson who was involved in an ambassador program that we sponsored 40 years ago.  He's now doing well working for Bank of America, we appreciate him reaching out to us, and for sharing his story.  Rosane talked about the Gift of Life Gala that she attended over the weekend with 4 other rotarians.  She invited everyone to speak about their experience.  Tim talked about a hike taking place at 1164 Scuttlehole, the Atlantic hike.  Lynda read a thank you from last week's program Rollstone Foundation.  Southamptonfest will take place on October 3rd at 6:30pm, get the word out and sell the tickets, and let people know we are looking for sponsors.  Our guest Andrew won the 50/50.  The Hamptons marathon benefiting the Southampton Educational Fund will take place on 9/29/25.  They are looking for volunteers and sponsors, info here.  Karen Acker was our sargent.  This date in history Jimmy Hendrix passed on.  Chile declared independence in 1810.  In 1947 the CIA was created.  The popular series Get Smart began in 1965  .  
 
Meeting began with the prayer and the pledge.  We enjoyed pork, mashed potatoes, and salad for lunch.  Sean D gets his 7th Paul Harris.  Lynda wins the 50/50.   Mary Kelly was the sargent and quizzed us all on the Fall Season.  We learned the last leaves to change are from Oak trees.  The Harvest Moon is the fulll moon prior to the 2nd equinox.  Pumpkins are a kind of fruit because they have seeds.  Monarchs are the last butterfly to leave the area, which i learned a dinner one night in Port Jeff when a person from the other table overhead us talking about butterflies and told us about her experience.  The Pumpkin latte came into existance in 2003.   Our program was Rollstone Foundation, Pam and Michael were visiting.  This is the first time we've had them in for a program.  Rollstone Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization with the mission of aiding in the adoption of Special Needs Children worldwide.  Two rotarians walk into a bar and this is what happens.  It's an incredible organization and it was great to have them tell us their story today.  
Meeting began with the prayer and the pledge.  No guests.  Rosane is looking for people to join her at Gift of Life Gala, September 13th at night, you can contact her for more details.  Lynda read a thank you from Jillian Switocha.  Members will now be scheduled programs.  Lunch will increase to $25.  Happenings this Saturday at 8:30am at Camp Paquatic in East Moriches.  Rosane reviewed all of the new ideas that took place during last week's meeting.  Travis was given a Paul Harris, and was our sargent.  We were quizzed on Southampton History.  Our program canceled so Rosane did an MTR with Vicki Kahn.  
Meeting began with the prayer and the pledge .  The flag was missing so we saluted a picture of the flag on a cell phone .  We sang Happy Birthday to Paul Cassella, who is celebrating his 46th.  We talked about last week's Fresh Air Home and shared some highlights.  We are getting ready for Southamptonfest, October 3rd, tickets willl be on sale soon.  We are looking for 10 rotarians  who are interested in attending the Gift of Life Gala, it's $150.  Tom Guldi was sargent, Rosane won the 50/50.  Tom talked told us about Hill Street which was noisy back in the 1930s.  1958 Hawaii and Alaska joined our nation.  In 1858 the Lincoln/Douglas debates took place.  PETA was founded in 1980.  Our program was Bonnie, Lucas, and Jessica from The Center (Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreation Center).  The Center is a community based institution for all underserved children families from Islip to Montauk that educates, empowers and encourages self sufficiency.   There doing some great work, highly suggest following them on facebook and instagram.  The club donated $250 to their on going efforts.  
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