⚙️ Corning Rotary 1-25-24-23 Cogs eBulletin (Jan. 25, 2024)

Welcome to Corning Rotary!

Thursdays at 12:00 PM

DoubleTree

125 Denison Parkway E
Corning, NY 14830
United States of America

Our DoubleTree meeting is currently the first and third Thursday of each month. Our meetings are hybrid: in-person and Zoom. Our Home Page has the link.

Zoom Meeting

Club Meeting 1-18-24

Posted by Ernest Danforth on Jan. 18, 2024

Rotary Meeting January 18, 2024

The club met for lunch at the Corning Radisson soon to be Doubletree Hotel. President Dale called the meeting to order at 12:25pm with the ringing of the Rotary bell after a delicious roast pork lunch. This was followed by the singing of My Country ‘Tis of Thee and recitation of the pledge of allegiance. Dick Puccio then delivered the invocation.

Club Service:

Greeter: Katrina /Gail Hostuttler

Invocation: Dick Puccio

Photographer: Gil Sweet

Cogs Editor: Ernie Danforth

Guests: Stu Sammis introduced Danielle Strong. a gardening friend. Elise Johnson-Schmidt introduced her colleague, Eric Lundberg. This is Eric’s 3^rd meeting.

Announcements:

Gail Hostuttler announced that the YMCA had recently received a $4000 grant for a water safety program.
Stu Sammis:
- plugged out next event the Ground Hog Day Pancake Supper scheduled for Thursday February 1^st at the American Legion Hall in South Corning. Ticket sales and volunteers are NEEDED! Proceeds will go to benefit the scholarship fund.
- Stu also noted that the Octoberfest application is going forward. The expectation is that with adequate support we should be able to raise funds to support most of our programs, except for the International Committee for an entire year.

New Member: Dr. Bob Cole introduced Damien Barrett as our newest club member.

Damien comes to us most recently from NJ. He lives on Beartown Rd works for Corning Inc. in IT (Andy is thrilled to hear this.) Damien explained that he has lived all over the world. He is a twin. He was almost born on a reservation. Damien spent one summer with his mother, father, and 4 siblings in a two-bedroom cabin Yellowstone. He has spent time as a teacher, and he was working in NJ when he was recruited by Corning Inc. to work for Corning Inc. He has been and continues to be active with the Boy Scouts and is attracted to Rotary because it is a service organization. Welcome, Damien!

Good news

Gil Sweet announced that his daughter, Hilary, recently received the Athena Award for professional excellence in Elmira.
Stu announced that his daughter, Stephanie, started a new job this week.

Program: President Dale presented the audience with a state of the Corning Rotary Club summary at the halfway point of his presidential tenure.

50/50: Eric Lundberg won the $9 prize, but the big pot survived. It now sits at $431.50.

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MLK Day of Service at the Food Bank

Posted by Andy Rochester on Jan. 15, 2024

January 15, 2024 was a busy day at the Food Bank in Elmira. There were over 200 volunteers there to learn more about Dr. King Jr. as well as provide service to the Food Bank. Corning Rotary was there with two teams: one for the morning and another for the afternoon shift.

Our morning team of 10, and the other morning volunteers had the APPLE ASSIGNMENT. Basically we took buckets of apples from large floor containers, checked them -- then packed in bags. Then those bags went into crates, which went off on the conveyor belt to another area.

Everyone pitched in -- ferrying the apples to the weighing/bagging stations -- ensuring that the bags had the proper contents weight! And then .... we'd gone through all the apples; the task went quickly. There was great camaraderie by the volunteers, getting apples to other teams and tossing apples to and fro to "balance out the scales".

Thank you to the Food Bank for having us there and to all the volunteers! In the afternoon, another Corning Rotary group, Elise Johnson-Schmidt and her team packed more food for the food bank! Service Above Self!

[more photos; thank you, Gil and Wendy!]

Corning Rotary International Celebration Event

Posted by Deacon Ray Defendorf

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Corning, [1-18-2024]

Save the Date: April 13, 2024! Corning Rotary Club Announces International Celebration Event at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
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The Corning Rotary Club is delighted to extend an invitation to the community for an event that celebrates the rich tapestry of cultural diversity in our world. The International Celebration Event, formerly known as the International Dinner, is set to take place at the newly renovated DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

This spectacular event promises an evening filled with cultural vibrancy, entertainment, and a culinary journey through various regional cuisines. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the beauty of different international cultures, all while supporting a worthy cause.

The International Celebration serves as the primary funding source for the Corning Rotary Club's impactful international projects. By bringing together individuals from a broad spectrum of international backgrounds and organizations, the event aims to foster connections and promote global understanding.

Event Highlights: [more details forthcoming]

Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, newly renovated
Silent Auction: Begins before the event and concludes during the festivities
Live Auction: Exciting opportunities to bid on exclusive items
Fun and Entertainment: Experience the joy of cultural performances
Regional Costumes and Cuisines: Immerse yourself in the diverse flavors and styles

More details about the event will be revealed shortly, including a program of activities and participating cultural groups.

The Corning Rotary Club is pleased to offer Sponsorship opportunities for businesses and individuals who wish to support this meaningful cause. Sponsorship not only provides visibility to the community but also contributes directly to the success of the International Celebration and the club's international projects.

To become a sponsor or to purchase tickets for the International Celebration Event, please visit our website.

Join us on April 13, 2024, and be part of a night that transcends borders, celebrates diversity, and makes a positive impact on the world. Your support will help the Corning Rotary Club continue its life-changing international projects.