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100 Years of Service

Posted by Michelle Devine

Join us as we celebrate 100 Years of service to our community, engagement with Rotary District 6380, and support of Rotary International projects.

The Birmingham Rotary Club will be celebrating this momentous anniversary throughout 2024. We warmly invite all Rotary members - present and past - as well as community members and friends of Rotary to join us for one or more of our activities.

We hope you will consider a special donation to the Birmingham Rotary Club, attend our Centennial Celebration on May 9, and join us for a Club meeting in 2024.

September 9, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

September 9, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

Opening:
Welcome at 12:15 PM by President John Schrot
Pledge of Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test
Invocation by Peter Kreher
Opening Song: America the Beautiful
Song led by: Bill Roy

Visitors: Phil Payton, formerly of St. Petersburg Sunset Club

Birthdays
Nave Grewal–September 11
Vic Pooler–September 14

Volunteers:
Lunch Tickets: Jeff Buehner
Raffle Tickets: Mark Cooper
Greeter: Bill Roy
Bulletin Editor: Bill Roy
Sheriff: Paul Toepp
Member Profile:
Jeff Buehner
2 Minute Business Update:
Joe Bauman: On behalf of the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, Joe urges everyone to think of making that next purchase from a local business. After all, what does Amazon give back to our community?

Announcements & Upcoming events:

9/10 at 5:00 p.m.- Mental Health Committee Meeting
9/14 - One Rotary Summit
9/17 - Hope Warming Center
9/18 - Birmingham Rotary Board of Directors Meeting
9/19 - Third Thursday
9/25 - Rotary Golf Outing 11:30-7:00 at The Heathers
9/28 - National Alliance on Mental Health Walk of Belle Isle
11/7 at 7:30 p.m. - TCH evening with Alexander Zonjic & Friends
Bryan Frank asked President John to remind everyone that we are going to kick off the sale of Masters Raffle tickets soon, so get your contact and email lists up to date.
Literacy Update
Paul Toepp indicated that we are ready to begin the program for this year. He is shooting for the last week in September. We received a $500.00 donation from Keith James to purchase books. John Mucha has worked to get books distributed to the classrooms. Paul will coordinate with Pontiac Rotary on the program.
John Westerheide reported that there is still time to sign up, either for lunch, golf, dinner or any combination of the above. We can still use any items like golf balls for use as prizes.
President John reminded us to be mindful of the $100.00 Every Rotarian Every Year Contribution. The easiest way to do this is by signing up with Rotary International for a monthly gift using your credit card. Joe Bauman can help guide you through this process.

50/50 Raffle & Card Draw: Paul Toepp won the $10.00 daily draw. No one drew the Queen of Hearts and the pot lives.
Sheriff: Paul Toepp acted as sheriff and stiffly fined the scoff laws in our midst.

Speaker : President John introduced Assistant District Governor Linda Hatfield. This year, Assistant Governors will visit clubs and carry the message to take on some of the work formerly done by the District Governor. The rotary theme this year is Rotary Connects the World. Rotary wants as much family involvement as possible, so include family member in rotary activities. The Districts goal is to have 2020 members by the end of the year 2020. Rotary now allows corporate memberships and satellite clubs, which should help boost membership. Linda passed around a list of former club members. If anyone knows a former member who may be a good candidate to rejoin the Club, let Linda know.

Song: Smile! Led by President John
Next Meeting: September 16, 2019–Connect the World!
Bill Roy, Bulletin Editor

August 26, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

August 26, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

President John Schrot opened the meeting at 12:16 pm. The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the 4 Way Test.

Bill Roy lead us as we sang "Oh Canada" in honor of our guest District Governor Sparky Leonard. Next, we sang "The Star-Spangled Banner".

Chris McLogan gave us the week's inspirational message.

Andi Roisman new corporate member was in attendance. Guests Keith K,, Heather ??, was Charles Wickins guest.

Birthdays: Carol Peterson and George Henry-August 23rd, Chuck Moss-August 31st.

Announcements:
We need drivers for Bob Kenning: Sign up go to Genius on the club website.
Membership Meeting today at Birmingham Bloomfield Credit Union BBCU at 4:00 pm
Our Masters Raffle Fundraising Gala will be March 27th. Collision Six will Rock the House again with great vocals by Sara Rappaport who is expecting her first child.
Regan is looking for drivers on Thanksgiving day to deliver Dinners to local families.
No meeting Labor day September 2nd
September 9th Rene Pothetes Assistant Governor
September 14th One Rotary Summit- Michael Angelo Caruso will be speaking about the Best Way to Grow Rotary by teaching us the Amazing Power of the Story. The theme is to learn while having fun.
November 2nd A Gala Foundation with Jennifer Jones. She is worth seeing. She did a great job of interviewing Jack Nicholas who had Polio as a child, This was at the Atlanta Ga International Convention in 2017. She was a member of the International Board of Directors of Rotary International.

Sparky Leonard our District Governor asked us to support the idea of a Satalite Club in Birmingham that would meet at a time that is convenient to people that would like to be Rotarians but can't make a meeting at 12:00 pm. Rotary is changing with the times. This is good for our great organization. Sparky and John Schrot are great leaders and we are lucky to have them.

September 17th Hope Warming Sign up to help or give some food for the dinner that we serve to over 70 people.
September 25th Rotary golf outing at the Heathers sign up with John Westerheide
September 28th National Alliance on Mental Health Walk on Belle Isle see John Schrot

Raffle Card Drawing By Regan the daily pot to DJU for $12 the big pot lives.

Sheriff Chris McLogan did a great job. We had many laughs and raised some money. Our resident Law Professor will be going back to teach at MSU, Clark Johnson, we will miss you for a while again.

Carol Peterson Introduced Cathy Bilinski a Cruise Specialist, former teacher, Flat Rock Rotarian. She has visited 22 countries. Her favorite spot is Corcumello, Italy. Cathy gave us a test to see what type of cruising is our best choice.

The meeting closed with the singing of you all know what? Yes! "Smiles"

Respectfully Submitted- Dave Underdown

August 19, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

August 19, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

President John Schrot opened the meeting at 12:15pm with the Club's reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance. Following was the reciting of the Rotary Four Way Test.

Bill Roy lead in the singing of America the Beautiful

Miche Lame provided the week's inspiration.

Numerous guests were introduced including Amanda Anderson (see new member induction below) and representatives of the recipients of the Club's Endowment Fund grant monies.

Birthday boy Dave Zimmer was acknowledged and the Club sang him a "Happy Birthday".

Front desk Volunteers were recognized:
Linda Hatfield - Lunch tickets
Mark Cooper - Raffle

Announcements included:
Hope Warming - 8/20
NO BOARD MEETING - 8/21
NO MEETING ON 9/2 (Labor Day)
One Rotary Summit - 9/14 (see District website)
Club Golf Outing - 9/25
Mental Health Walk at Belle Isle - 9/28

New Member Induction by Linda Hatfield. Linda brought new member Amanda Anderson forward along with her sponsor Joe Bauman. She presented Amanda (who works at the YMCA) with her Rotary Pin and congratulated her on being our newest Rotarian.

Two minute update was given by Molly Swart who explained her role as a trade representative for France in the manufacturing industry. Cited impressive trade and job statistics between the United States and France.

Member Profile was given by Bob Gibbs. Bob shared his career focus on Urban planning and Landscape architecture. An impressive career spanning many states and countries. Congratulations Bob on your great career and family!

President John brought up Bryan Frank of the Endowment Board to present grant checks to our designated recipients:

Jane from Hope Against Human Trafficking / Monarch Wings
Elizabeth from Hope Warming Center
Laura Richardson from Bio-sand Filters for Bangladesh

Each recipient thanked the Endowment Fund and Birmingham Rotary and explained how funds would be used on how people of need would be benefitted. Over $8,500 in grant monies are represented by these fine organizations!

Raffle draw saw a daily winner and three non winners of the card pull. Pot Lives!

Sheriff Dave Zimmer fined many Rotarians who cited the great work by Marsha Kovacs and Bryan Frank at the Dream Cruise water give-away this past Saturday. It was a successful fundraiser for our Club!

David Underdown was host to our meeting Speaker Jeff Lichty of the Clarkston Rotary Club. Jeff is the District Leader of the Youth Exchange Program. Jeff highlighted the importance of student exchange and the Districts efforts. These efforts include:

Youth Programs - RYLA, Interact, and Rotary Youth Exchange
Benefits - Leadership opportunities for youth in our communities
Short term programs - Matching families and the interchange of students
Long term programs - Full academic year commitment. Greater requirements/benefits

President John closed the meeting with a reminder that next week is our District Governor's visit and we sang Smiles.

"Connect the World"

Respectfully submitted - John Westerheide, Bulletin Editor

July 8, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

July 8, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

Opening:
Welcome at 12:15 PM by President John Schrot
Pledge of Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test
Invocation by Molly Swart
Opening Song: America the Beautiful
Song led by: Bill Roy

Visitors:
Blake–guest of mom Wendee Haugh (and center of attention).

Volunteers:
Lunch Tickets: Regan Gilshire
Raffle Tickets: Doug Koschik
Greeter: Peter Kreher
Bulletin Editor: Bill Roy
Host to Speaker: Dave Underdown

Announcements & Upcoming events:

Condolences to Molly Swart on the passing of her mother.
President John Schrot discussed Rotary’s theme for this year “Rotary Connects The World”, which applies globally as well as locally, and encompasses professional opportunities, people in need, and ourselves.
President John passed out the 2019 meeting assignments, the 2019-2020 Club Calendar, and a list of the Club Committees and chairs.
Paul Toepp passed out fliers and discussed the “Pop Up Literacy” program we will participate in at Owens School. There will be 5 Wednesday sessions starting July 10 (this Wednesday) through August 7. The session will last from 1:00 to 2:30. Lunch is available in the cafeteria if you are interested. All are urged to participate.
Linda Hatfield discussed her plans as Assistant District Governor this year. Sparky Leonard and the ADG’s will be visiting each club this year with a major emphasis on “Grow Rotary”.
Dan Ryan reported on the Mental Health Committee. The Committee met and has decided to concentrate on issues affecting elementary and middle school students. The committee is arranging speakers for October and November.
Regan Gilshire reported that the Club will receive $1,000.00 from the BBCC for its work at the Birmingham Fair.
Regan Gilshire reported on a Club fundraiser which will be held at the Pig & Whiskey in Ferndale on July 19-21. We will be hosting “tents” at the event, where we will serve. The more volunteers we have, the more tents we can host, which will increase the return to the club. Regan will arrange for sign ups.
Bryan Frank indicated that Third Thursday will be at the Griffin Claw Thursday July 18 at 5:00 p.m.
Linda Hatfield reminded everyone that the New Member Reception will take place on July 24 from 6-9 p.m. at Flemings. This will not only be an opportunity for the new members to meet the membership, but various club members will also provide orientation as to club procedures and organization.
President John once again thanked outgoing president Chris McLogan for his service as president during the 2018-2019 year.
Chris Mc Logan thanked John Westerheide for his hospitality in hosting the Year End Party at his home.
Chris McLogan presented Paul Toepp an Award in recognition of his work on the Youth Services Committee, including managing the “award winning” program at Owens School.
Bill Roy indicated that we are serving at Hope Warming Center on July 16, and passed out the sign up sheet for volunteers.

Paul Harris Fellow Awards. Joe Bauman presented a Paul Harris +4 award to Molly Swart.

50/50 Raffle & Card Draw: Joe Valentine won the $14.00 daily draw. No one drew the
Queen of Hearts and the pot lives.
Sheriff: Paul Toepp acted as sheriff an stiffly fined the scofflaws in our midst.

Speaker : Dave Underdown introduced Gerry Jackson, former District Governor, who gave
an interesting talk about his Rotary mission (to which the BRC contributed) which involves
providing eye exams and glasses (the gift of sight) to Mayan inhabitants in a remote area of
Guatemala. Gerry riveted us with everything from the logistical nightmare it was getting the
equipment and entourage to the facility, how he learned the equipment and procedures necessary
to provide glasses, to the dramatic effect getting a pair of glasses has on the lives of someone who
has a vision defect (e.g. take off your glasses and walk along the edge of a cliff). Many thanks to
Gerry for giving us a follow up on his mission.

Song: Smile! Led by President John

Next Meeting: July 15, 2019
Bill Roy, Bulletin Editor

May 20, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

May 20, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

Welcome at 12:15 by president Chris McLogan
Pledge of Allegiance by Chris
4 Way Test recited by all members
Song of America the Beautiful lead by Bill Roy
Weekly Inspiration by Charles Wickins

Guests Rene Pothetes District Governors Assistant gave us a what is happening in the district.
Jeff Buhner last time as a guest is becoming a member.

Birthdays Pat Grady and Regan Gilshire again
Anniversaries Joe Zane 1 Year

Volunteers
Lunch tickets Mark Cooper
Raffle Tickers Bryan Frank
Greeter John Westerheide
Sheriff Doug Koschik

2 Minute Update Linda Hatfield gave a history of the Birmingham Bloomfield Credit Union. The big news is that BBCU has a State Charter covering all of Michigan.
Third Thursday will be the year-end party at John Westerheide's June 27th.

Announcements:

Owens School on Wednesday's only has 3 more weeks. Thank you Chris McLogan for going this week. Baldwin Library donated the complete 2016 World Book.
Mark Anderson's special project Monarch Wings brought Barb Rousch founder and her assistant Jenna Snyder.
Memorial Day wreath ceremony in Shane Park at 10 am May 26th. This is a very special event. It is worth the price just to see Bob Kenning waring his WWII uniform.
BBCC Village Fair May 30-June2 Please sign-up to be part of the Pick-up crew.
International Conference: Hamburg-June 1-5 At some point in your Rotary life you owe it to your growth as a rounded person to attend at least one International Conference.
Dilip: hosting Lunch at his house 12:00 June 9th. We had a wonderful experience 2 years ago. All funds go to our charities.

Raffle Card Drawing by Brian Frank Oriana D'Amico won $11 and a chance to win the pot. The pot lives.

Sheriff Doug Koshick put in money for his survival of 2 major operations this year. There was much hilarity and generous giving.

Rene' stressed her job and the other District officers are here to support the Clubs. Meet the Governor June 21st is a chance to meet the team and have lots of fun. Seeing the Car museum is worth the trip to Chatham. Go to Rotary6038.org There are only 150 VIP tickets.

Carol Peterson is our newest Paul Harris Fellow was presented her pin by Joe Bauman.

Joe Bauman reported we have a record number of grant requests this year.

Brian Frank Presented Barb Rousch from Monarch Wings a check from the Endowment for $5,000.00. Barb said the money will be used for an Airconditioning system for the house that will house 18 women who have escaped human trafficking.

Barb gave an almost unbelievable account of the tragedy surrounding the human trafficking problem that happens as close as our own neighborhood. Michigan is one of the top 5 states in the US. Victims are in every Zip code in Michigan. The victims have no Hope. 90% of the victims end up in emergency rooms. The victims need Physical Spiritual and Emotional healing and Education. They have 2 years of free-living to get back their life. After the very sad and horrible reality of human trafficking victims, we awkwardly move back into our reality and a realization of how fortunate we are as we have sung our signature song Smiles.

Respectfully submitted,
David UnderdownDavid

April 22, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

April 22, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

Opening:
Welcome at 12:10 p.m. by President Chris McLogan
Pledge of Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test
Weekly Inspiration by Chuck Moss
Opening Song: "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" lead by Bill Roy

Guests: Kathleen Riley, guest of Charles Wickins

No Birthdays this week.
Norma Jean Evans Celebrates her 5th Rotary Anniversary this week.

Volunteers:
Lunch Tickets: Regan Gilshire
Raffle Tickets: Mark Anderson
Bulletin Editor: Bill Roy
2 Minute Update: For those who could never figure it out, George Stern gave an interesting presentation on the interesting formulae employed for calculation of the exact date for Passover, Ramadan and Easter each year.

Announcements & Upcoming events:

Owens Elementary School: Paul Toepp indicated that Guided Reading will be Wednesday. Please be at the school at 9:15 a.m. Reading will last until 10:30. There will be a spelling bee this week and the school may need more volunteer judges. Call Paul Toepp if there are any questions.
Hope Warming Center. Bill Roy indicated that we are serving dinner at HWC on May 14 and June 19, and circulated sign up sheets.
Monarach Wings. Mark Anderson indicated that renovations are still taking place at Monarch Wings each Saturday. Volunteers are needed. Call Mark if there are any questions.
The Birmingham Hometown Parade is May 19th. The "Spark Plug" Rotary Car will participate, with District Governor Jane McManus driving.
The District Conference will be held May 3-4 in Detroit.
Dilip Kuchipudi has reset the date for the authentic Indian lunch. It will be held Sunday, June 9th.
President Chris reminded everyone to participate in Every Rotarian Every Year. Each Rotarian is urged to contribute $100.00 each year to one of the Rotary International funds. The easiest way is to set up an auto donation with your credit card, which can be done on the Rotary International web site.
Unfortunately it began raining last Saturday and we were not able to do the Maple Road Cleanup. Thanks to all who showed up at the appointed time. Mark Cooper will now take lead on this project. Many thanks to Pat Grady who started this project in 1996 and has lead the project since then.
RYLA was a great success this year. Thanks to all who participated. RYLA will take place April 24-26 2020, and volunteer chaperones will be needed.
Michael Williams indicated that Bike Day at Orchard Children’s Services will take place June 19-21. Anyone who can donate a tricycle will be especially welcome. Call Michael for details.
The Memorial Day Service will take place on May 27th in Shain Park.

Raffle Card Drawing:
Paul Toepp won the $7.00 daily drawing. Nobody picked the Jack of Spades and the pot lives.
　
Sheriff: Michael Williams was sheriff and heavily fined all those who were in the rain Saturday of in the sun on Sunday. Peace and order is restored!

Speaker: Peter Kreher was host to our speaker Carol Mastroianni of the Birmingham-Bloomfield Community Coalition. BBCC’s goal is to prevent substance abuse and encourage healthy lifestyle choices among our middle and high school students. BBCC surveys middle and high school students each year and has found that a significant number of students have used substances, and have experienced bouts of anxiety/depression. "Vaping" is an increasing problem. The hyper competitive college admission process and "snowplow parenting" may be contributing to these alarming statistics. The BBCC has developed a number of approaches to the problem, including a Youth Action Board, Highly Effective Teens Initiative and a Youth Dialog Day. BBCC would be amenable to collaboration with the Club’s Mental Health Committee.

President Chris Mc Logan led the club in a rousing rendition of "Smiles", reminded everyone to "Be the Inspiration", and then adjourned the meeting at 1:15 p.m.
Bill Roy-Bulletin Editor

President Interview with TCH

William Seklar, President & CEO of The Community House sits down with Chris McLogan, 2018-2019 President of Birmingham Rotary Club to talk about our 2 great organizations making a difference in our community.
The Community House of Birmingham opened it's doors in 1923 and Birmingham Rotary Club has been meeting there since 1924.
President Chris McLogan provides a great breakdown of what our club does for our local, national, and international communities.

April 8, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

April 8, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

Opening:
Welcome at 12:15 p.m. by President Chris McLogan
Pledge of Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test
Weekly Inspiration by Molly Swart

Opening Song: “God Bless America” lead by Chris Winans

Guests: Toby Beach, guest of John Schrot, Lise-Pauline Barnett, guest of Aubrey Huff, Dan Winans

No Birthdays or Anniversaries this week.

Volunteers:
Lunch Tickets: Regan Gilshire
Raffle Tickets: Mark Cooper
Bulletin Editor: Charles Wickins
2 Minute Update: Joe Zane. Has finally been hired by Ford Motor Company to help in their autonomous vehicle program (shares up $1, coincidence?). He has also started engaging in Podcasts. Congratulations Jooe

Announcements & Upcoming events:

Hope Warming Center. Alicia Green indicated that we are serving dinner at HWC next Tuesday, April 16. Seaholm are preparing the main course. Not sure of the other needs but I am confident that Bill Roy has it in hand. However all are welcome to help, it is our most popular program.
Owens Elementary School: Guided reading will be Wednesday. Please be at the school at 9:15 a.m. Reading will last until 10:30. Call Paul Toepp if there are any questions.
Bryan Frank announced Third Thursday next week at Hazel, Ravines and Downtown. Happy hour 4 to 6, he will be there 4 to 7. Come and enjoy the different cocktails and eats and the company of Nicole and Heather
Mental Health Initiative. Miche Lame, John Schrot and Chris McLogan had a well attended meeting after the lunch.
RYLA starts on Friday, Paul, Miche and yours truly are chaperones (if all 52 clubs in the district send the same numbers there will be more chaperones than attendees)
Aubrey invited the club to attend their kick off breakfast at the YMCA on Friday, April 12. 7.30. Loooooong time board member and Rotarian, Bob Kenning is being recognized. (It is a “free” breakfast but I do suggest you bring a check).
District assembly on Saturday, April 13 at Walsh College, Troy
Maple Road clean up next Saturday, April 20
Dilip Kuchipudi will host an authentic Indian lunch on Sunday, June 2nd. This was very well attended in 2017

50/50 Raffle & Card Draw: Oriana D’Amico won the daily drawing. Nobody drew the Jack of Spades in the jackpot drawing and the pot lives.

Sheriff: Pete Kreher, newly returned with a healthy tan was sheriff and heavily fined all those, other than Michael and Mark, who were not so tanned. Seemed a little unjust but peace and order was restored!

Joe Bauman gave a report on the great work the Rotary Foundation (#1 rated non profit in the world) and was proud to announce that the Birmingham (Mi.) Rotary club has donated $346,785 to this foundation over the years. He then proceeded to tell us His Rotary story which began down river in 1987 when the local club sent him on an all expenses paid trip for six weeks to Japan to report on the sentiment behind the new Flat Rock Mazda plant being built.
Molly Swart then told us her story which started 40 years ago when the Birmingham Rotary club gave her $25,000 to send her to Paris to study. This paid off dividens as she has since been knighted twice by the French president and was the first female member of the club when membership was opened up in 1989.
Dr John Mucha closed out the personal stories telling us how he paid for himself and his son to go to Mexico to deliver eye glasses, do minor surgery and lead to the delinquency of a minor, his 14 year old son learning such games as Tippy Cup.

President Chris Mc Logan led the club in a rousing rendition of “Smiles”, reminded everyone to “Be the Inspiration”, and then adjourned the meeting.

April
Charles Wickins-Bulletin Editor

February 4, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

February 4, 2019 Meeting Bulletin

Welcome at 12:15 by President Chris McLogan

Pledge of allegiance, 4-way test

Opening song led by Bill Roy

Weekly Inspiration by Aubrey Huff

Guests were Tim Bishop, Allison Sims and Andrew Soontharotoke

Birthdays Charles Wickins, John Mucha and Joe Bauman

Volunteers:

Lunch Tickets Norma Jean Evans

Raffle Tickets Bryan Frank

Greeter Molly Swart

Sheriff Charles Wickins

Host to the Speaker Pat Grady

It has been a long time since the Song Books have been placed on our tables. With no piano player etc. Bill Roy & “Can’t sing” Mark Anderson took us on a singing journey we won’t soon forget. We survived the situation with our Great Rotary Spirit surviving.

President McLogan asked the membership if anyone of us would be willing to do the very important job of organizing our speaker programing. Please think about this it is a great service to the club.

President McLogan announced that we may not always be meeting in the Grand Hall going forward. We should look at the Schedule Board by the front desk to find the meeting room for Rotary.

2-minute business update by Peter Kreher gave a history of the Birmingham Rotary Endowment Fund and examples of the importance it has to our ability to do sustainable charity work.

Membership Minute: Linda Hatfield we had 3 guests and Robert Gibbs as a prospective new member.

Announcements and Upcoming Events:

Hope Warming Center: Bill Roy 2/26 to 7:15 – 9:00 “Many hands make light work” Bill says
Third Thursdays Bryan Frank TBA
Owens Elementary Guided Reading Wednesday 9:30 -10:30 Paul Toepp
Sell Masters Raffle Tickets Get your last effort to sell going!! Bryan Frank
Hope Against Human Trafficking. New house Mark Anderson needs an electrician to help. Come out on Saturdays and help.
Wendy Haugh needs wine for a wine raffle. She needs items for baskets for the silent auction.
March Masters Madness Party: 3/15- Vic Pooler Sign up before 2/15 for a prize drawing.
Endowment Board Nominees: John Mucha We will elect 3 new members for the Endowment Board on February 18^th. We will also have the Annual meeting for the Endowment Fund on the 18^th.
Raffle Card Drawing: Mark Cooper, Underdown won $9.00 and the big pot lives.

Sheriff Charles Wickins did his usual great job of entertaining us while extracting our extra cash.

Host to the Speaker: Pat Grady introduced John Jamieson-Author Wealth w/out Stocks & Mutual Funds Phone #586-944-0794 John@perpetualwealthsystems.com Building Financial Blueprints of Little-Known, Powerful Strategies His power-point slides were educational and eye-opening. The best presentation for the Long Term Health Care Policies I’ve seen.

We finished the meeting with our own special rendition of Smiles

Remember, Be the Inspiration!

Respectfully Submitted, David Underdown

October 2, 2017 Meeting Bulletin

October 2, 2017 Meeting Bulletin

The meeting was called to order at 12:15 pm by President Linda Hatfield.

Pledge of Allegiance

4 way Test

Pledge of Allegiance sung by Ken Gass

Invocation was given by George Stern

Introduction of Guests and Visiting Rotarians:

Phaneendra (Meithal, India Rotary)

The following Rotarians were the meeting volunteers:

Lunch Tickets and Attendance: Alicia Green
Raffle Tickets: Carol Peterson
Greeter: All
Sheriff: Marsha Kovacs
Bulletin Editor: John Schrot
Host to Speaker: Chris Winans
2-Minute Update: Chris Winans

Announcements and Upcoming Events:

SERVICE OPPORTUNITY Hope Warming Center: 10/17/17 Organizer: Bill Roy Other HWC dates: 11/8, 12/12
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY Plant 60 Trees 10/14/17 Organizer: David Underdown (Part of the Rotary International Tree Planting Challenge for Environmental Sustainability)
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY Collection at Kroger on 10/21/17 for Polio Day (10/24/17) (See Endpolio.org) Organizer: Marsha Kovacs: collection to last through October to raise $3600
SHELTER BOX donations – our club is funding 3 boxes
Endowment Board Nominees Identified by Ryan Quinn for 10/16/17 Board Election of Directors (2017-2018). The Nominees are Ken Gass, Doug Koschik, Dilip Kuchipudi and Marsha Kovacs
Fun Red Wings Game on 1/23/18
Fun 10/27/17 Rotary Golf Outing see John Westerheide for more information
George Stern was recognized by Mark Anderson as a 4-time Rotary International Foundation Paul Harris Fellow
Paul Toepp won the weekly raffle

Birthdays:

Chris McLogan (10/2)

Anniversary:

Joe Valentine joined Rotary on 10/6/14

The Club viewed a video explaining “What Is Rotary?” showing various projects such as efforts to eradicate polio, provide clean water, and otherwise make lasting change.Visit FMRRotaryClub.org

Member Spotlight: Frannie Greenebaum

Frannie joined Rotary in 1987 when she worked at The Community House as Director of Development. She is a graduate of Vassar and University of Michigan. She taught in the Detroit Public School system for 14 years. Frannie has been married to husband Julian Greenebaum for 52 years, and they have a daughter and four wonderful grandchildren. She wished everyone well during this holiday season.

Speaker: Barry Fraser, Rotary District 6380 Governor

This was Mr. Fraser’s District Governor Official Visit to our Birmingham Club. There are 53 Rotary Clubs in his district. Today was his 27^th club in his district that he has visited. He discussed this year’s theme of “Rotary Making A Difference.” He explained his travel in Nepal, India and the clean water efforts thereat. He stated that there are 1.2 Million Rotarians in 200 countries. We engage in fun, friendship, as well as personal and business development. He stated that he enjoyed meeting our club board earlier in the day, and then proceeded to talk about the import of youth, global peace, polio eradication, and the celebration of 30 years of women in Rotary. He stated that he is promoting 3 initiatives: (1) asking clubs to focus on youth mental health, (2) water quality, especially in the western Lake Erie watershed, and (3) literacy, and populating our district literacy committee. He concluded by stating that our club should aspire to achieve the Rotary Presidential Citation Award.

Meeting was closed with a round of Smiles.

(Bulletin Submitted by John Schrot)

2017 Masters Tournament Raffle

Operation Gratitude with Seaholm Interact Club

A HUGE thank you to the members of the Interact Club at Seaholm High School! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your meeting today, for helping us to make paracord bracelets, and for writing letters of appreciation to the military men and women that serve our country. Such a fun project and we can't wait to do more with your group!

For more information about Seaholm High School Interact Club, click HERE.

For more information on Operation Gratitude, click HERE.

3 New Members!

Posted on Sep 19, 2016

Welcome to our newest members, Dilip Kumar Kuchipudi, Chad Gharzeddine, and Kevin Mason that were inducted into the club on Monday! Also, a big thank you to Rhonda Panczyk for speaking at our meeting on Monday and helping to welcome our newest members into this great organization!

September 12, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

Opening:

Welcome at 12:15 PM by Dave Underdown
Invocation by: Ryan Quinn
Opening Song: America the Beautiful sung by Sarah Rappaport

Volunteers:

Lunch Tickets & Attendance: Joe Valentine
Raffle Tickets: Chuck Moss
Greeter: George Stern
Bulletin Editor: Linda Hatfield
2 Minute Update: Charlie Wickins
1 Minute Update: Kayla Thompson
Sheriff: Wendee Haugh

GUESTS:
We were very delighted to have in attendance today our former exchange student Fran Mestre Sanchez. He is doing well and is headed to Chicago at the end of the week. Richard Shapack brought Jessica Schulze a colleague from his office. Some of us have experienced an email from Suzanne Smak regarding our speakers and were happy that John Schrot brought her in for us to meet.

Announcements & Upcoming events:

Third Thursday: Thursday, September 15th at Griffin Claw 5-7pm
Maple Road Cleanup: Saturday, September 17th
Hope Warming Center: Tuesday, September 20th
Golf Outing: Monday, September 26th at Stoneycroft GC in Bloomfield Hills

Happy Birthday: A happy birthday was sung to Vic Pooler and Ken Gass who have upcoming birthdays this week. Happy one year anniversary to Kayla Thompson.

Sheriff: Wendee did a great job collecting money from our Rotarians

2 Minute Update: Kayla Thompson gave a brief overview of her meeting with some Interact students. She thanked to everyone who was able to make it out to Shield's Pizza. She thought it was a really productive and helpful meeting and she is looking forward to all that the Interact Club will accomplish the year!

Some of the members mentioned that they would be starting a 'Remind 101' group.

Raffle/Card Draw: Wendee Haugh was the lucky winner of in today’s raffle. The pot was won by John Mucha.

Program: Our speaker today, Dan Leask was born in Canada and is a Professional Life & Career Coach.
His company, Emerald Compass, assists clients in creating and enhancing their careers, to transform themselves and their lives. The main focus is Coaching and Training Business Professionals, who want to reinforce or strengthen their careers.

Submitted By: Linda Hatfield

August 29, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

President Dave opened the meeting at 12:15p with the Pledge of Allegiance. After the Club recited the Four Way Test, Ken Gass led the Club in singing America the Beautiful. Pete Kreher gave the invocation. The Club welcomed Michael O’Shaunessy, visiting from Troy Rotary.

Norma Jean Evans sold luncheon tickets.

Mark Cooper sold raffle tickets (John Westerheide won the $19 daily pot; no one drew the three of diamonds).

John Schrot greeted.

Dave Zimmer acted as Sheriff.

Michael Williams outbid everyone to win two tickets to tonight’s Tiger game.

Kayla Thompson gave a two-minute update relating that her company, Schecter Wealth Mangement, gave 20 bins of school supplies to Own School. She became involved in Rotary when the Hillsdale Rotary selected her as its Student of the Month and then became President of her high school’ Interact club.

Ryan Quinn related how he became involved with Rotary when he bought a ticket from Charles Wickins for the Master’s Golf Tournament. He didn’t win but became enamored with Rotary.

Announcements:

Charles Wickins announced that Michael Caruso would talk on “How to meet somebody in 15 seconds” when the District Governor visits our Club October 24th.
The Club will be at Hope Warming Center September 21st and October 19th.
Third Thursday will be held at Griffin Claw from 5-7p on September 15th.
The Board meets on September 21st at the BAC.
Maple Road Clean-up is scheduled for Saturday, September 17th at 11a at Lahser and Maple.
The meeting on Monday, September 26th will be at Stonycroft Country Club preceding the golf outing and dinner. $15 for lunch, $40 for dinner, $125 for lunch golf and dinner.

Charles Wickins introduced Rob Otto, Program Facilitator, Winning Futures. It empowers youth to succeed through mentoring and strategic planning. It transforms high school students into becoming self-reliant, employable, productive adults by setting goals, exploring careers, building employable skills and pursuing further education. Winning Futures currently has 585 full time enrollees in seven high schools. In total it impacts 2,000 students a year. It also gives $1.7 million in scholarships as 95% of its full time participants go on to post high school education and 96% find employment.

NO MEETING NEXT WEEK!!

The meeting adjourned at 1:10 pm with a rousing version of Smiles.

Respectfully submitted,
George Stern

August 22, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

President David Underdown called the meeting to order at 12:00PM

Pledge of Allegiance was recited

4 way test was recited
America The Beautiful was sung by Sarah Rappaport
Vic Pooler gave the Invocation

Rotary guests were introduced

Sarah Rappaport introduced a fellow Tutoring Center owner who was in town from the Miami area
Charles Wickens introduced Dilep who was back for another visit

2 Minute update: Group effort: Bryan Frank, Linda Hatfield, & Charles Wickins

Bryan reported back on the success of both events that he recently organized.
The tiger game was well attended and even managed a small profit. A good time was had by all. The dream Cruise water give away was HUGELY successful. Many Rotarians were on hand to participate. In the end, 880 bottles of water were given out and over $600 was collected! Way to go Birmingham Rotary! A big thank you goes out to both Bryan Frank for his hard work organizing the event and to Costco who donated the bottled water.

Charles Wickins gave us a brief preview of what is in store for Visitor’s day.

When: October 24th
Who: Our district Governor will be giving a talk entitled: How to
Connect with a Person in 15 seconds”.
Goal: 100 people in attendance. More details will follow soon but in the meantime, please start thinking of who you want to invite!

Linda Hatfield gave updates on Hope Warming Center and the Maple Road clean up events.

50/50 raffle: Wendee Haugh
-daily winner was Shirley Bryant for a $9 grand prize
-The winning card was not drawn for the big pot so the pot lives another week.

Sherriff: Chuck Moss

Pat Grady hosted and introduced our speaker: Gail Perry Mason
Gail has a very impressive resume as a published author in many well know publications (Ebony, Black Enterprise, Detroit Free Press, Detroit News and the Washington Post to name a few) She is also a board member for many different charitable groups including MSU (not our hometown heroes the Michigan State Spartans) Gail founded a Money camp for teens and Financial Literacy program currently being used in Detroit Public Schools. Gail was present to talk about the “Save a Girl, Save a World Mentorship Program” This is a program to increase financial awareness and skills in young people. They emphasize learning that you have value before learning the value of a dollar. She highlighted many of their more inspiring programs such as the Sole mate shoe exchange that pairs children up with mentors to discuss their lives and professions. Also she talked of their Ties and Pearls program and the inspirational effect it has had on many young people. In summary, she is trying to teach tomorrows adults to be owners of their destiny and not just be consumers.

President Dave ended the meeting with a round of Smiles.

August 15, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

Meeting was called to order by President Dave Underdown who led the group in the Pledge of the Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test.
Sarah Rappaport let the group in singing God Bless America
Invocation was delivered by Joe Bauman

Meeting Volunteers
Host of Guest Speaker: Charlie Wickins
Luncheon Tickets: Alicia Green
Raffle Tickets: Ken Gass
Bulletin Editor: Marie Dowler
Greeter: Bryan Frank
Sheriff: Mark Anderson
2 Min Update: Rich Shapack

Announcements and Upcoming Events

Hope Warming 8/25 all spots filled
Third Thursday is Wednesday the 17th this month with a SOLD out Tiger game. Arrive at Adams Square between 5:15-5:30pm bus leaves at 5:45pm. 50+ Rotarians/family will be going
Dream Cruise: all shifts covered, water bottle give away in front of Tiffany Florist
Maple Rd Clean Up. September 17th, Pat Grady will put sign up on line, coming soon
Tentative Golf outing date is September 26th Waiting on Confirmation from Stoney Croft Golf Club, sign ups coming out soon with confirmed date/times/costs. Donations welcome for Prizes.

50/50 winner: Bryan Frank
No winners in the card draw

Speaker was introduced by Charlie Wickins, Speaker was Robert Bales of Local Hop. Local Hop is a mobile APP that is free to download and will give you access to local events. It is a community platform. Has 100’s of organizations inputting events and over 1000 users. List’s activities and events in the area. Free to users who down load APP. Free to post Q and A after presentation, might be a tool the Rotary can use here locally.

Meeting ended with a round of Smiles and was then adjourned by President Underwood

August 8, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

Opening:
Welcome at 12:10 p.m. by Dave Underdown
Pledge of Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test
Invocation by Linda Hatfield
Opening Song: America the Beautiful
Song led by: Ken Gass

Visitors and Guests ; Girish Kshirsagar, visiting Rotarian from Nanded, India; George Nelson visiting Rotarian from N. Augusta South Carolina; George’s son, Gene Nelson, from Birmingham; Adrienne Kain visiting Rotarian from Waikiki; Dilip Kuchipudi, prospective member; Kevin Mason, Bank of Birmingham, prospective member. Julia Halpin, First American Title Company; James Cristbrook, Shain Park Realtors, our featured speaker.

Volunteers:
Lunch Tickets: Regan Gilshire
Raffle Tickets and Raffle: Cindy Broderick
Sheriff: Pat Grady
Greeter: Linda Hatfield
Bulletin Editor: Bill Roy

2 Minute Update: Dan Nerad on the topic of Birmingham Schools. BPS thanks the Rotary club for its continued service. BPS is looking for new partnerships, with an eye toward exposing students to career opportunities. BPS mission is twofold- first students must learn well, which most do, Dan’s job is not done until all do; second students must build character skills. Dan also mentioned the November election, in which a new majority of the BPS Board will be elected, and BPS bond issue is up for vote. Dan reported that this year BPS has invested in new front entrances for ½ of the school buildings, which is a safety feature. Next year the entrances for other ½ of the buildings will be done, and the Seaholm and Groves auditoriums will be renovated.

Rotary Minute: Joe Bauman reported on the BRC’s Ugandan water well projects. To date, we have provided three wells. The first was used so extensively that there was a danger it would be damaged from overuse, so a second was funded, and then a third. A project which envisioned serving 3,000 people has grown to serve many thousands more. Joe read excerpts from a note of gratitude from the residents. The final cost, including District grants was $27,000. The final return is priceless.

Announcements & Upcoming events:

Hope Warming Center: Bill Roy reported that we need volunteers for Thursday August 25th, and passed the sign-up sheet around. When the sheet was passed, one of our prospective members, Dilip Kuchipudi, volunteered to serve that evening.
Chris Winans reported on her initial weeks as Assistant District Governor. She urged all to make plans to attend next years’ International Conference in Atlanta.
Social Committee Surveys: Bryan Frank left surveys on the tables and requested that all fill them out and return them.
Tiger Game August 17th: Bryan Frank reported that there are 17 tickets left for the Tiger Game August 17th. We will be leaving by bus from South Adams Square parking lot at 5:15. Rotarians, family and friends are invited. This event will be our “Third Thursday” this month.
Dream Cruise Sign Up: Bryan Frank reported that we still need volunteers for the 3-5 and 5-7 time slots for August 20th . We will be distributing water in front of Tiffany Florist all day. Everyone is invited to come and help.
There will be a BRC Board meeting on Wednesday August 17th at 12:00 noon at the BAC.
BRC Golf Outing: Save the Date. John Westerheide has reserved September 26, 2016 for the Golf Outing. John will provide details at a later time.

Birthdays: Richard Erickson 8/11; Betsy Reich 8/13.

50/50 raffle and draw. George Stern won the daily jackpot. Nobody drew the 3 of Diamonds, so the pot lives.

Chris Winans introduced James Cristbrook of Shain Park Realtors. James worked for Disney Productions for a number of years and the theme of his motivational speech was “ How Walt Disney Changed my Life”. Key points of his presentation were liberate yourself, whatever you do, do it well enough that your audience or customers will want to come back, never say “I don’t know” (unless your child is asking about Pokeymon), continuity is important, always stay in character, love the people you serve, test your dreams against your beliefs, and always remember that you job is to make people happy. We would like to thank James for his presentation.

Dave Underdown adjourned the meeting at 1:15 p.m.

Next meeting is August15th. Speaker will be Matt Russell, Local Hop.

Bill Roy–Bulletin Editor

August 1, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

Meeting was called to order by President Elect Linda Hatfield, in the temporary absence of President David Underdown. Linda led the group in the Pledge of Alliance and Rotary 4-Way Test.

Bob Kenning led the group in singing America the Beautiful. Bob also delivered the invocation.

Birthdays were announced as to Chuck Gosh (August 2) and George Stern (August 7).

Guest and Visiting Rotarian Adrian King, from the Honolulu Rotary, was greeted.

Meeting Volunteers:
Charles Wickins: Host to Guest Speaker
Betsy Reich: Luncheon Tickets
Ryan Quinn: Raffle Tickets
John Schrot: Bulletin Editor
Tom Waffen: Greeter
Eric Smith: Sheriff

Doug Koschik: 2-Minute Update

Doug Koschik’s 2-Minute Rotary Update included his discussion of the upcoming renovations to the Birmingham Library. He submitted photos and plans. The work will start in October, 2016 and complete in April, 2017. The work will include new windows, shelving, etc. He invited all to check out the new electronic resources and catalogue.

Announcements and Upcoming Events included:

Hope Warming Center: Kayla Thompson announced that the Club had a service night at the Center on July 26. The next date is August 25.
Social Committee Survey: Bryan Frank distributed a survey.
Third Thursday: Bryan Frank announced the August 17th Tiger Game trip. Please see Bryan Frank if you are interested in attending.
Dream Cruise Sign Up Sheet: Bryan Frank announced that Rotary Club members will be handing out water for donations in front of Tiffany Florist in Birmingham on Saturday, August 20.
Member Directory: Bryan Frank asked for ad information ASAP.
Board Meeting: Wednesday, August 17, at BAC.

50/50 Raffle and Card Draw: There was an $8 jackpot, and no one won the pot.

Speaker: Allison Hendry, of the Birmingham Education Foundation, which is a foundation which supports the Birmingham Public Schools. In addition, she was assisted by Shelly Potter, who is a reading specialist at Greenfield School. Our speakers explained that BEF is a non-profit 501(c)(3) which began in 1993. It is not part of the Birmingham Public Schools. They stated that funding with inflation is down $2,800 per student. BEF offers teacher grants. It supports school groups and district-wide initiatives. It is a bridge between the schools and community. It has contributed approximately $2,000,000.00 to the Birmingham schools over the years. It funded a non-profit group called “Mental Illness Needs Discussion” at both Seaholm and Groves High Schools. We can help by volunteering, donating, and spreading the word as to the benefits of this organization.

The meeting ended with a round of Smile and was adjourned by President Elect Linda Hatfield.

July 25, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

Rotary Minutes
July 25, 2016

Meeting was called to order by President Dave Underdown who led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and Rotary 4-Way Test.

Bob Kenning led the group in singing God Bless America.

The invocation was delivered by Charles Wilkins.

Meeting volunteers were:
Regan Gilshire: Attendance/Luncheon Tickets
Jill Jones: Raffle Tickets
Doug Koschik: Greeter
George Henry: Sheriff
Joe Valentine: 2-Minute update

Announcements and Upcoming Events included:

Committee Sign Up Sheets: Linda Hatfield. If you have not yet signed up for a committee, please see Linda.
Hope Warming Center: Bill Roy announced that tomorrow night, Tuesday, July 26 is our next service night. Our August date is August 25.
Third Thursday: This year, the event will be on a Wednesday and will be an August 17th Tiger Game. Please see Bryan Frank if you are interested in attending.
Dream Cruise Sign Up Sheet: Rotary club members will be handing out water for donations in the front area of Tiffany Florists in Birmingham.
Member Directory: Bryan Frank asked for ad information ASAP.
Board Meeting: Wednesday, August 17 at BAC

The speaker part of the day’s meeting was a report from President Dave Underdown. Dave spoke of his own goals and background and encouraged members to write down three Rotary goals for the new year.

Meeting ended with a round of Smile and was then adjourned by President Underdown.

July 11, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

President Dave opened the meeting at 12:15p to a thunderous welcoming ovation. After the Club recited the Four Way Test, Bob Kenning led the Club in singing America the Beautiful. Kavla Thompson gave the invocation. Frannie Greenebaum introduced her neighbor, Brian Kepes, who is running for Bloomfield Township Treasurer.

Regan Gilshire sold luncheon tickets. Matrie Dowler sold raffle tickets (Shirley Bryant won the $11 daily pot; no one drew the three of diamonds). Charles Wickins greeted. John Mucha acted as Sheriff.

Pat Grady honored George Googasian and Fayth Kakos with Community Service Awards, given jointly by the Groves High School PTSA and Birmingham Rotary. He recited their many activities.

Chris McLogan gave a two-minute update on the state of the housing recovery. He said the fundamentals of the economy are strong with mortgage delinquencies declining. There is still pent up demand although sales at the upper end of the market are slowing.

Bryan Quinn exhorted all Rotarians to give $100 every year to the Rotary Foundation.

Linda Hatfield passed around sign-up sheets for various Rotary committees. Marsha Kovaks reminded everyone that the Club will be at Hope Warming Center on July 26th. Linda Hatfield reminded everyone that Third Thursday will be on July 21st at The Bird and the Bread from 4p until 7p (note earlier commencement). The Board will meet on Wednesday, July 20th at the BAC. All are welcome.

Ryan Quinn introduced Marc K Nakisher, a friend of ten years who specializes in Estate Planning as principal of the Nakisher Law Firm and enjoys participating in Iron Man contests. Marc said estate planning starts with a will; everyone should have one. Everyone should create a Trust in which to place assets such as a house, IRAs, Stocks and Bonds and other financial assets and Life Insurance policies. It keeps those assets private by avoiding disclosing them in probate. It also reduces probate cost which is usually 2-3% of assets. Everyone should have a Durable Power of Attorney to handle financial and health care issues in case of personal disability. And everyone should have a HIPAA to allow hospitals and financial institutions to share personal information with those entrusted to care for us when we can’t.

Next week’s speakers will be Jeff Hampton and Brian Bach from Toastmasters.

The meeting adjourned at 1:10p with a rousing version of Smiles.

Respectfully submitted,
George Stern

***REMINDER: ROTARY DUES ARE DUE BY AUGUST 15TH. LATE FEE OF $25 WILL BE APPLIED IF PAID AFTER AUGUST 15TH***

CONTACT REGAN GILSHIRE FOR YOUR DUES INVOICE IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED IT.

2016 Community Service Award Winners

Congrats to Fayth and George from Groves High School as this year's community service award recipients!

2016 Birmingham Village Fair Fundraiser

Birmingham Village Fair - Michigan non-profit partners, Birmingham Education Foundation, The Bottomless Toy Chest, Rotary Club of Birmingham, Michigan & more. Donated more than $13K to LOCAL non-profits!

June 27, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

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Memorial Day Service in Shain Park

Join us on Memorial Day in Shain Park as we remember those that have fallen for our freedom and for those that bravely serve today. Birmingham Rotary Club will be placing a wreath at the memorial service starting at 10:00 am. We hope you can join us.

Memorial Day Service

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March 28, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

Masters Raffle...And the winner is...

Thank you for contributing to our 2016 Masters Raffle Event! This year we nearly sold out of tickets, raising over $14,600 for the Rotary Endowment Fund. The Endowment Fund of our club is the funding source for the many service projects that we support locally, regionally and internationally.

Last Monday on March 14th, the winning ticket stubs were picked by our speaker that day, Alyse Wesorick - March of Dimes Community Director. And the winners are...

1st Prize - Trip for 2 to the Masters Tournament in Augusta
Dan L. of Novi, MI - Ticket #005

2nd Prize - $1,000 Cash
Steve & Claudia R. of Plymouth, MI - Ticket #233

3rd Prize - $500 Cash
Robi M. of Clarkston, MI - Ticket #163

Congratulations to all the winners and best of luck to all who play again next year!

On behalf of the Birmingham Rotary Club, thank you again for your support. Your contributions will go a long way for all of our service projects this year!

March 14, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

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February 29, 2016 Meeting Bulletin

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December 21, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Child Safe Michigan Christmas Party

Our very own, Pat Grady, played jolly old Santa at Child Safe Michigan's annual Christmas party. Looks like fellow Rotarian, Dave Zimmer, wanted to ask Santa for some holiday cheer as well! Ho Ho Ho, Merry Christmas to one and all!

December 14, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Salvation Army Bell Ringing

We will be in front of Cosi in downtown Birmingham on Saturday December 12th and 19th ringing our bells and collecting donations for The Salvation Army. Please stop by and share your holiday cheer! Bring your buckets of change and dollars so we can make this holiday fantastic for all those families out there!

December 7, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Masters Raffle

Win Tickets to the

2016 Masters Tournament!

1st Prize
2016 Masters Tournament Weekend
or $5,000 Cash Prize (Choice by Winner)
Trip includes: Round trip private air charter for two from Oakland International Airport to Aiken, SC, Private shuttle in Aiken to Augusta, Masters Tournament Badges for Saturday and Sunday, Dinner and Hotel accommodations for Saturday night with Next Tee Event Host on-site.

Click here for more information and to purchase raffle tickets!

Holiday Tweener

It's time for this year's Tweener! A time where

we all get together for some great fellowship and food

during the holiday season!

Be sure to invite family and friends as well.

The more, the merrier!

When:
Monday, December 28th at 12:00 noon

Where:
Dick O'Dow's

160 W Maple Rd

Birmingham, MI 48009

(Please note: This is a buy-your-own event)
Click here to register for this event!

November 30, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

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October 26, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

World Polio Day - October 25th

The Birmingham Rotarians in Downtown Birmingham raising funds for the World Polio Day! What a great cause and a wonderful day!

October 19, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

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September 14, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

BRC Golf Outing & Dinner

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

BRC Golf Outing & Dinner

September 28th

At Stonycroft Hills Golf Club

Click here for more details and information!

August 31, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

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August 17, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Little Free Libraries in Action!

Check out our Little Free Libraries in action! This gentleman is getting a book for his 2 year old daughter who loves to read!
If you have books that you would like to donate to replenish our libraries in Detroit, please contact our club today!

August 3, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

July 27, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Letter from Paco & Nathalie - Fran's Parents

Our 2014-2015 Club President, Steven Volk, received a wonderful letter from Fran's parents. Fran Mestre was our exchange student for this past year and we were so delighted to have him with us for his senior year in high school. Here is the letter we received:

A special thank you to Paco and Nathalie for their letter and for allowing us to have Fran with us for the past year. We wish you all the best in the future and we look forward to seeing the great things that Fran will do as he continues onto college!

July 20, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

June 29, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Birmingham YMCA Kids say THANKS!

Some of the kids from Birmingham YMCA stopped by our Monday lunch meeting to say thank you for the grant we were able to give to the YMCA this year!

June 22, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

Congratulations Fran on your Graduation from High School!

Our exchange student from Spain, Fran, has graduated from Grove's High School! Contratulations Fran! We'll miss you when you head back home to Spain! Here he is with Dr. Dan Nerad, BPS Superintendent and Birmingham Rotarian.

2015-2016 Board Candidates

Candidates for the Birmingham Rotary Board of Directors

Click "Read More" for more details.

Clean Water Raffle 2015

Clean Water Raffle ~ 2015

Join the Birmingham Rotary Club Endowment Fund Inc. to fund a 2nd water well for Kampala, Uganda to provide clean water. The 1st well was intended to serve 3000 and it currently serves 9000 people.

BUY A RAFFLE TICKET!!

Raffle Tickets - $50 each ~ Only 350 tickets will be sold!

Drawing to be held June 11th
Winner does not need to be present to win

Winner chooses 1 trip for 2 people from the following 3 choices:
Sonoma, CA: Winemaker Adventure
Cancun Mexico: Paradise Vacation
Fairmont Get Away Chateau Lake Louise, Canada

To purchase tickets or for more information,
please contact Regan Gilshire at 248-224-7879.

More information on the prizes to choose from...

Trip #1: Become a Sonoma Valley Winemaker

This Experience Includes:

3-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (1 king or 1 queen bed) at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
Daily breakfast for 2
Intimate blending seminar for 2 at Imagery Estate Winery, Sonoma
Private VIP tour and tasting for 2 at Chateau St. Jean, Sonoma
Tour and tasting for 2 at Benziger Family Winery, Sonoma
Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 to San Francisco or Oakland, CA
Winspire booking & concierge service

Trip #2: Cancun Paradise Vacation

This Experience Includes:

5-night stay in a deluxe ocean view guest room at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun
Daily breakfast for 2
Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Cancun, Mexico
Winspire booking & concierge service

Trip #3: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

This Experience Includes:

4-night stay in a standard Fairmont room at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta
Daily breakfast for 2
Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Calgary, Canada
Winspire booking & concierge service

May 4, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

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February 23, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

The Community House Chili Recipe

Click here to view the Community House's Chili Recipe!!!

January 26, 2015 Meeting Bulletin

January 1, 2015 Tournament of Roses Parade Rotary Float

Posted on Dec 31, 2014

Rotary International Float in Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2015

December 1, 2014 Meeting Bulletin

Posted on Nov 30, 2014

November 10, 2014 Meeting

Welcome: President Steven Volk

Invocation: Gene Tomlinson offered a special opening invocation in honor of Veterans Day tomorrow. He told the story of Major John McCrae and the writing of “In Flanders Fields.” The veterans in our meeting were asked to stand and we honored them with a rousing round of applause.

Our national anthem – The Star Spangled Banner – was beautifully lead by Sarah Rappaport

Meeting Volunteers:

Lunch tickets were sold by Betsy Reich

Raffle tickets were sold by Carol Marsh

Our Greeter was Norma Jean Evans

Attendance was taken by Jim Conley

The Sheriff was Linda Hatfield

The Host to our Speaker was John Mucha

Announcements and Upcoming Events:

Wall Street Warriors – Ryan Reported that the stock challenge in the schools were “up”!
Literacy Program & STEM Update:Norma Jean Evans reported that Birmingham and Troy Clubs are online to start in December with 2 programs in the Pontiac Schools.Please contact Norma Jean to volunteer.
Hope Warming Center:Bill Roy reported that we are all set for serving on November 19^th.If you wish to volunteer, please contact Bill.
Rotary Jeopardy next Monday! – Chris Winans and Wendee Haugh have volunteered to by our club’s reps at this fun event.Birmingham is the host, so we will be meeting at The Community House as usual.
Holiday Luncheon: This will be at The Community House on December 15^th and the Detroit Country Day Choir will entertain us.Don’t miss it and be sure to bring guests.

Birthdays – Be sure to wish Marcia Wilkinson a happy birthday when you see her.

50/50 Raffle & Card Draw – Shirley Bryant won the 50/50 raffle (however, we all demand a re-draw since her husband, Chuck Gosh, drew the winning ticket!) There is $239 in the card draw and the POT LIVES!!!

Sheriff Linda Hatfield did a fine job of collecting in honor of our veterans. However, it was reported that Frannie Greenebaum is at home recuperating from both a fall AND a car accident! Please send her a get well card and wish her a speedy recovery!

Program: Joe Bauman – Birmingham Rotary Club Endowment Fund

BRCEF Board President Joe Bauman opened the program by explaining that our club is fortunate to have a great Endowment Fund that has supported Local and Regional Partners as well as International giving.

Molly Swart, BRCEF Secretary, read the minutes from the 10/24/2014 Board meeting. She reminded us all that we are all invited to attend to attend BRCEF board meetings. Joe Bauman, later in the meeting, told us that these meetings are held twice a day in October and May and also as needed.

Pat Grady, the BRCEF Treasurer, presented the year-end fiscal report and reported that he prepared and submitted Form 990 for the Endowment Fund.

Joe Bauman reported that we should be proud that our club, through the Endowment Fund, contributed $9,000 the a clean water well project in Uganda making it possible for clean, fresh water for more than 3,000 people

The meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by Christine Winans

October 27th Meeting

Posted by Charles Moss on Oct 27, 2014

Birmingham Rotary Club

Monday Meeting, October 27, 2014

Welcome: President Steve Volk

Pledge of Alliegance

Opening Song: “You’re A Grand Old Flag!”

Invocation: Liz Smith Yeats, District Governor, 6400.

Guests and Vising Rotarians:

Guest of Charles Wickins: Margret Trimmer Hartley, from University Prep Schools

Visiting Rotarian: Maury Dubin from the Berkley Club, who is almost a BHam member himself!

Meeting Volunteers:

Host to Guest Speaker: The bilious Mark Cooper

Lunch Tickets: The fiscally prudent Ryan Quinn

Attendance: Charles Wickins. Need I say more?

Raffle Tickets: The entrepreneurial George Henry

Sheriff: The “Real McCoy:” Linda Hatfield

Bulletin Editor: the literary lion, Chuck Moss.

We saw a video message from Our President: Gary C.K. Huang

Announcements and Upcoming Events:

1. Hope Warming Centers. 10-23-14. George Henry Recap – good work

2. 90^th Anniversary. Ahmet Karaca earned many accolades for his wonderful job making this event so successful!

3. Report from George Stern on the Rotary Detroit flood clean up. Well done, everyone!

4. Rotary Jeopardy. We are hosting the event on November 17^th, here at the Community House.

5. Holiday Lunch with the DCD choir.

6. Maury Dubin of the Berkley Club announced their Pancack breakfast, November 8^th, 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM, at the Berkley High School cafeteria. Tickets $6/adults, $3/kids.

50/50 Raffle, won by Sarah Rappaport.

The Card Draw: George Stern, Doug Koschek, and Shirley Bryant all drew cards, but no luck! Pot liveth.

Sheriff: The lovely and talented Linda Hatfield collected much money for her stern no-nonsense attitude toward law enforcement.

Program: Julie Nagle from Humble Design, a fine program to get folks set up in home and apartment living. It costs about $2,500 per family, and she is looking for sponsors. A very worthy cause.

Meeting adjourned.

Respectfully submitted: Chuck Moss

October 20th Meeting

Posted by Doug Koschik on Oct. 27, 2014

October 20, 2014

Birmingham Rotary Club

President Steve Volk called the meeting to order at 12:15 pm. Chuck Moss gave the invocation. Bob Gualdoni led everyone in singing God Bless America. Guests were introduced, including one who is intending to join the Club.

Volunteers today included: John Mucha, luncheon tickets; Norma Jean Evans, raffle tickets; Doug Koschik, bulletin editor; Alicia Green, greeter; Marcia Wilkinson, attendance.

Mark Cooper provided a two-minute update on the light and energy market.

Charles Wickins performed sheriff duties.

The Endowment Board approved $5,000 of the $8,900 needed for Jim’s STEM project.

The Endowment Board approved funding of a literacy project at an elementary school in Pontiac. Norma Jean Evans and Dave Underdown are spearheading that project.

Birmingham Rotary serves food twice a month at the Hope Warming Center.

The Club is looking forward to the 90^th anniversary party on October 24, which is being expertly planned by Ahmet. At the event, an $11,000 check will be donated to Rotary International.

Dave Palmer sold squares for a Paul Harris Fellowship raffle, to be held at the 90^th anniversary party.

The cleaning of Detroit houses damaged by the August flood will take place on October 25. George Stern is coordinating that event.

On November 17 Birmingham Rotary will host Rotary Jeopardy.

The annual holiday party will take place on December 15. Doug Koschik is planning that event.

Charles Wickins won the $20 daily raffle prize. No one drew the winning card (ace of spades), so the raffle pot continues to grow. It stood at $184 on Oct. 20.

Program:

The scheduled speaker had canceled. Instead, we watched a video update on Rotary’s efforts to wipe out polio. Chuck Bryant answered technology questions. Then we watched a video about the Rotary Foundation.

We ended up with a rousing rendition of Smiles.

October 6th - Great Meeting at Birmingham Rotary

Posted by George Stern on Oct 11, 2014

Rotary Minutes

October 6, 2014

President Steve opened the meeting at 12:15p with the Pledge of Allegiance. Bob Gualdoni led the Club in singing “You’re a Grand Old Flag”. Joe Bauman led the club in reciting the Four Way Test. Norma Jean Evans gave the invocation. Tom Post, who has been missing for many moons, and who just had both knees replaced, was given a hearty welcome as were the wives of Bob Swanson and Ed Aswan. Chuck Gosh, husband of Shirley Bryant, announced that he has made application to join the Club. Wendee Haugh introduced Francisco (Fran) Mestre, this year’s exchange student from Denia, Spain. He is attending Groves High School.

Ahmet Karaca sold luncheon tickets. Ryan Quinn sold raffle tickets (Shirley Bryant won the daily pot of $13 but no one could extract the Ace of Spades). Gene Tomlinson greeted and Chris Mclogan took attendance. Charles Wickins acted as Sheriff.

Ahmet Karaca reminded everyone to Save the Date – October 24^th for the Club’s 90^th Anniversary celebration at the BAC. Charles Wickins reported that the golf outing was highly successful with 40 golfers. Ryan Quinn and his team won with an astounding 7-under par. Pat Grady thanked those who helped clean up Maple Road. George Stern announced that 10 people have signed up to work on October 25^th to help flood relief victims in Detroit clean their homes. The group will gather at 7:15a at 13 Mile Rd and Woodward Ave.; then proceed to the Woods Church on 13 Mile just east of Schoenherr.

Joe Valentine, Birmingham City Manager, was inducted to Club membership by President Steve. Joe was sponsored by Marcia Wilkinson. It was noted that the Club has missed having the City Manager as a member. It has been many years since Bob Kenning held that post. Cris Braun, newly appointed Executive Director, BASCC, who was in attendance today, was encouraged to become a member too.

The Club, led by Tom Post sang Smiles. Charles Wickins acted as Sheriff.

President Steve introduced Ad Aswan, a former member of the Birmingham Rotary Club and now a member of the Claremont, California Club. Born in Lebanon, he is Professor Emeritus at University of Michigan, Dearborn. Ed started his talk by explaining the geography and demographics of the Middle East. He explained that 80% of the 350 Arabic speaking million population is Sunni Muslim, 10% Shia. He said beheadings are not the cause of strife in the area; there are deeper root causes: extreme income disparity, a 7-year draught which has caused massive migration from rural to urban areas, high population growth, 40% unemployment, and government corruption and totalitarianism. Much of the latter problem derives from colonialism after World War I and failed attempts at Socialism.

Syria has suffered the destruction of Aleppo, Homs and Damascus, its three largest cities. 190,000 people have died and 500,000 wounded. Six million are homeless. There are two million refugees and four million displaced persons. Syria is in chaos. Ad’s hope is that Assad will be given asylum in some country; that Syria will be run by a consortium of the United States, Russia and Iran. But if Iran develops a nuclear weapon and Israel attacks, all chances for peace are gone.

The meeting adjourned at 1:15p.

Respectfully submitted,

George Stern

September 22nd Lunch Meeting

Posted by Alicia Green on Sep 28, 2014

September 22, 2014 Birmingham Rotary Club

President Steven called the meeting to order.

He gave the invocation and introduced our guests.

Sara Rappaport sang God Bless America beautifully.

Volunteers today included: Joe Bauman as the host to the guest speaker; Linda Hatfield, luncheon tickets; Bill Roy, Raffle tickets; Alicia Green, Bulletin editor; Greeter, Mark Cooper; Attendance, George Henry;

2 Minute Update: Mark Anderson

David Underdown performed sheriff duties with many mentions to Bob Kenning’s birthday and the great job that John Mucha did with the District Rotary Detroit Zoo event.

Announcements and upcoming events included: a reminder about the Annual Golf Outing at Lincoln Hills on September 29^th and the 90^th Anniversary Party at the Birmingham Athletic Club on October 24^th. Everyone needs to RSVP as soon as possible. We sang Happy Birthday to Bob Kenning; Marcia Wilkinson won the 50/50 raffle and no one drew the winning card so the raffle pot continues to grow. John recapped our volunteer morning at Gleaners Food Bank on September 20^th and the Rotary at the Zoo event on September 21^st where we raised $9000 for polio.

The Gates Foundation will match our contributions and then some.

Our club had a significant share of the fundraising and participation with Joe Bauman and his team winning some of the awards for fundraising.

Program:

Joe Bauman introduced our speaker District Governor Don Riddell.

Don spoke about the Personal Footprints and Rotary Footprints that we will make in the upcoming years.

With each footprint we Light Up Rotary.

Rotary International has 1.2 million members and we will continue to end polio.

George Hedgespeth has 3 goals and Don added a 4^th goal:

Grow membership and gain diversity and engagement;
Every club participate in a literacy project;
Increase awareness of and participation in the Rotary Foundation with a goal of $225,000;
Don’s goal is for all of us to be more like George Hedgespeth – Listen, Listen & Listen somemore; Achieve peace through service.

September 8 Bulletin

Posted by Shirley Bryant on Sep 07, 2014

September 8, 2014 Birmingham Rotary Club

President Steve called the meeting to order at 12:05 pm. and after the Pledge of Allegiance and recitation of the Four-Way Test, Bob Gualdoni led us in singing “Grand Ole’ Flag,” A thoughtful invocation was given by Chris McLogan. Steve introduced guests among which were the president of Troy Rotary and Joe Valentine, Birmingham City Manager,.

Volunteers today included Sarah Rappapor as the host to the guest speaker, Alicia Green, luncheon tickets, George Stern, Raffle tickets, Shirley Bryant, Bulletin editor, Greeter, Mark Anderson, Attendance, Bryan Frank and Sheriff, David Underdown.

Steve showed us an inspirational video featuring the Rotary International President for 2014-2015, Gary C.K, Huang from Taiwan. President Huang reminded us that Rotary is like family.

Chris McLogan presented attendance awards. Many Rotarians had perfect attendance for 1 - 4 years, but Pat Grady, Linda Hatfield, and David Underdown had six years, Mark Andersoni and Rich Shapack, eight years, Joe Bauman, nine years, Peter Kreher, ten years, John Mucham, twelve years, George Stern, thirteen years and Bob Swanson, fifty four years! Jack Benish now has perfect attendance for 58 years.

Announcements and upcoming events included the introduction of our exchange student Fran Mestre who is from the city of Denia, in Valencia, Spain; a reminder about our volunteer morning at Gleaners Food Bank on September 20^th; the Rotary at the Zoo event on September 21^st; the Annual Golf Outing at Lincoln Hills on September 29^th and the 90^th Anniversary Party at the Birmingham Athletic Club on October 24^th.

Rotary Day at the Zoo: Birmingham Rotary has six teams that will compete in the scavenger hunt (along with teams from other clubs) to raise money to eradicate polio. Please give your checks of support to the team leaders payable to Rotary District 6380 with “Zoo Day” in the memo. These donations count as Paul Harris Points.

Team Leaders and team names are:

Dick Halstead Halstead’s Animals

Chris Winans Winans Winners

Nave’ Grewal Little Rascals

Joe Bauman Birmingham Polio Busters

Steve Volk Vulcan’s Clan

Linda Hatfield Polio Police

This project was part of George Hedgespeth’s vision of district Rotary Clubs coming together to work on a joint project. Please participate so we can make this project successful. The event begins at 10 am at the Detroit Zoo, Sunday, September 21^st.

We were reminded by Joe Bauman to turn in our minimum $90 donation to Rotary International to help eradicate polio in honor of our 90^th anniversary. Only about one third of club members have done this so far.

President Steve Volk inducted two new members to the Birmingham Rotary Club; Regan Gilshire and Ken Gass. Please give them an enthusiastic welcome to Rotary.

We sang Happy Birthday to our new treasurer Nave’ Grewal, and no one drew the winning card so the raffle pot continues to grow. Dave Underdown performed sheriff duties collecting a healthy pile of fines for the coffers.

Program::

Sara Rappapor introduced our speaker Lisa Kelly, who is the 4-H Tech Wizards Program Coordinator for Michigan State University Extension. Her work is in youth development and mentoring. Lisa thanked Rotarians because she was a former recipient of a Rotary scholarship.

Lisa spoke to us about the importance of adults mentoring youth and challenged and encouraged us to become involved as mentors. It would require spending a couple of hours per week with a student. Students are from Anderson Middle School in Berkley or Pontiac Schools. Most students need help with the STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and math).

Submitted by Shirley J. Bryant

Bulletin Editor

Zoo Rotary Day September 21, 2014 - 11AM

Posted by Steven Volk on Aug 31, 2014

http://www.clubrunner.ca/Portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?did=6380&pid=99229

Information and material regarding the Rotary Day at the Zoo on Sunday September 21st, is now available for distribution.

Click the link above or copy and paste it into a web browser to select Zoo 2014

or click HERE to access the Zoo Rotary Day page and download the flyer, card, postcards and Scavenger Hunt Challenger information.

Welcome Sarah Rappaport!!

Posted by Caitlin Falenski on Jun 16, 2014

Our newest member was inducted at yesterday's meeting ~ Sarah Rappaport! She is the singer in the band "Collision Six" and also runs The Tutoring Center in Birmingham. Welcome Sarah!

Priscilla Perkins, from Lighthouse of Oakland County visited us!

Posted by Caitlin Falenski on Oct 13, 2013

Wonderful presentation on how we can support Lighthouse of Pontiac and Clarkston!

Congratulations to new member, Mark Cooper!

Posted by Caitlin Falenski on Sep 22, 2013

District Governor Jim Gilmore was in attendance at today's meeting and able to induct our newest member, Mark Cooper into the Birmingham Rotary Club.

Welcome Mark!

Char Luttrell from Ms. Molly Foundation Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Caitlin Falenski on Sep 15, 2013

Fellow Rotarian Char, spoke to us on behalf of the Ms. Molly Foundation that was founded by Molly Maid. It assists local domestic abuse shelters. She brought along with her, Brian, who owns the Birmingham franchise of Molly Maid as well as Karen, who works at Molly Maid corporate offices in Ann Arbor.

The Ms. Molly Foundation has raised over $1.6 million in an effort to eliminate child and domestic abuse. It is also trying to ease the transition period for the victims to create a better road to recovery.

Thank you Char for your wonderful presentation!

Birthday Twins!

Posted by Caitlin Falenski on Sep 15, 2013

Bob & Caitlin are both celebrating their birthdays this week.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

Reimer Priester from the D.S.O. Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 16, 2013

Reimer Priester spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. His host was Rtn. Doug Koschik. Reimer spoke of the paradigm shift of the DSO to acknowledge and engage their audience using social media, podcasts, and bringing the DSO to our local communities.

Passing the Gavel

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 12, 2013

President Elect David Zimmer presented President Chris Winans a beautiful wood plaque acknowledging her year of serving our club as president yesterday. The presentation occurred at the 2013 Year-End Party, hosted by Rtn. John Westerheide. Chris, in turn, presented David with a pin inducting him as our club President. We look forward to David's leadership and offer our full support! Thanks to you David and Chris!

Rtn. Patrick Grady Conferred 'Spirit of Rotary Award'

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 12, 2013

22-year member of the Birmingham Rotary Club, Patrick Grady, was conferred the 2013 Spirit of Rotary Award at a wonderful year end celebration hosted by John Westerheide at his home. A huge turnout of club members and family participated. BBQ and beverages added the right notes along with an utterly perfect evening of weather. In addition, President Elect David Zimmer presented President Chris Winans a beautiful wood plaque acknowledging her year of serving our club as president. Chris, in turn, presented David with a pin inducting him as our club President. A good time was had by all! Congrats, Patrick, David, and Chris!

SAVE THE DATE: Year-End Party Coming Soon!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 11, 2013

Hello Rotarians! Let's all plan on showing President Chris how much we appreciate all she's accomplished in her year of service as president to our Rotary Club by attending the 2013 Year-End Party! Bring your spouse! Every year we gather at this time to celebrate and acknowledge our president with the year end President's Party. This year, Rtn. John Westerheide has graciously opened his beautiful home (again!) to our event. We have a down-home style BBQ with all the fixin's. And a surprise or two in store! All for only $25 per person! So Save the Date! And let Linda Hatfield or Mark Farlow know of your plans to attend as soon as possible-we want to provide our caterer with a head-count. The festivities start at 6 pm on Thursday, June 13th. We'll see you then!

John lives at 1005 Worthington which is north of 14 Mile Road and west of Southfield Road.

PGA Teaching Professional Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 09, 2013

PGA Teaching professional, Steve Gura, spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. Steve serves at both municipal golf course facilities here in Birmingham. Pictured here with Steve is Rtn. Mark Farlow, a former student of Steve's.

Pamela Ayres from FAR Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 02, 2013

Pamela Ayres from FAR spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. Her organization, FAR, is where kids and adults with special needs go to learn...and have fun...at the same time. Her host today was Rtn. Bob Kenning.

STRIVE Scholarships Awarded & Interact Club Updates Today

Posted by Mark Farlow on May 19, 2013

Counselors from both Groves High School and Seaholm High School presented to the Birmingham Rotary Club today the 2013 STRIVE Scholarship winners. The moving program, led by Rtn. Patrick Grady, began with updates from the executives of both high school Interact Clubs. Birmingham Rotary Club funded four (4) university scholarships this year. The future is definitely in good hands!

Birmingham Rotary Attends 2013 District Conference

Posted by Mark Farlow on Apr 28, 2013

Several Birmingham Rotary Club members and their partners attended the District Conference held last weekend in the beautiful Royal Park Hotel in Rochester, MI. Well over 180 colleagues attended the reception and dinner on Friday night. These included President Chris Winans, President Elect Dave Zimmer, President Nominee Steve Volk, District Governor Nominee George Hedgespeth, Assistant Governor Elect Joe Bauman and Direcot of Membership for the District Betsy Reich.

Pamela Good Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Mar 31, 2013

Pamela Good, executive director of the Beyond Basics Literacy program, spoke to Birmingham Rotary Club today. Her host was Rtn. Charles Wickins.

Jane Porter Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Mar 24, 2013

Jane Porter, of Bound Together, spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. Her host was Rtn. Nave Grewall (on the right).

2013 Financial Literacy Community Service Project Alert

Posted by Mark Farlow on Mar 11, 2013

Next Financial Literacy service project is March 15th.

This spring will be our third year of financial literacy presentations to the seventh graders at Davison Middle School in Detroit. We have been very well received and are making a difference to the students and their parents.

In addition to the six presentations to the students, we also make three presentations to the parents, the first of which was made in November and the second this past week. Please see Calli Hayes Leslie’s e-mail below for her assessment of the outstanding job done by Linda Hatfield, Ron Ezell and George Stern.

In that we expect to divide the students into groups of about 10-12 and team teach them with two presenters to each group, we will need about twelve “instructors” for each week’s presentation. And please don’t be concerned if you have not participated before as we will team you with an experienced instructor.

The six meetings are scheduled at noon on the following Fridays:

March 15th

Please respond to Richard Shapack – Shapack@sgzlaw.com to sign up to participate in this important and rewarding activity. Information on where to meet to drive together to Davison School will be forwarded separately.

Representative Mike McCready Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Mar 03, 2013

Representative Mike McCready spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. Mike is pictured here with Rtn. Doug Koschik.

Bill Golling Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Feb 25, 2013

Local business leader, Bill Golling, spoke to Birmingham Rotary Club yesterday. He spoke about his successful automobile business selling and servicing Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles along with his Fiat 'studio' ventures. Rtn. Rob Lawrence is pictured here with Bill Golling.

West Point Cadet, Calla Glavin, Visits Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Feb 17, 2013

Former Seaholm High School graduate and West Point Cadet, Calla Glavin, visited Birmingham Rotary Club today. Calla is pictured here with Caleb Lee, Rtn. Melessa Lee's son. Caleb is a first year Seaholm High School student; Future leader Calla graduated three years ago with Amanda Palmer, Rtn. David Palmer's daughter.

Big Day at Birmingham Rotary: New Member Inducted!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Feb 17, 2013

Rtn. Jack Benish proudly sponsored Birmingham Rotary Club's newest member, Don Nummer, at today's luncheon.

International Project Announcement!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Feb 08, 2013

Birmingham Rotary Club sponsored a series of deep water wells in partnership with the Rotary Club of Kallookan North in the Philippines. Here is a nifty picture from Rtn. Ricky Santos illustrating our commitment.

Rtn. Tom Post Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Feb 03, 2013

One of Birmingham Rotary's own members was the featured speaker at today's luncheon. Pictured here are Rotarians John Schrott and Tom Post.

Birmingham Rotary Works at Gleaners on MLK Day!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jan 20, 2013

To celebrate National Volunteer Day (last Saturday) and MLK Day (yesterday!), Birmingham Rotary Club convened, as they do every MLK Day, at Gleaners Community Food Bank in Pontiac for three hours of service with family and friends. Here's this year's wonderful group of folks placing Service Above Self!

2013 District Conference Planning Committee Meeting

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jan 15, 2013

DGE George Hedgespeth with DG Don (Coach) Riddell at tonight's District Conference Planning Meeting, sporting the new Rotary Spring 2013 wardrobe!

Another New Member Joins Birmingham Rotary!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jan 13, 2013

Today we inducted another new member to the ranks of the Birmingham Rotary Club. Rotary's newest member is Navneet (Nave) Grewal. Nave is sponsored by Rtn. Richard Shapack. Last week, Rtn. Melessa Lee was inducted.

Big Day at Birmingham Rotary: New Member Inducted!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jan 06, 2013

Birmingham Rotary inducted its newest member today. Melessa Lee joined or club and we look forward to her involvement with our group! Also today, Elaine McLain was our speaker and AG Eileen Heasley joined us for the first luncheon of the new year.

Time Magazine's Latest Issue Addresses Polio, Rotary International and Pakistan

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jan 06, 2013

Go to: http://healthland.time.com/2013/01/03/the-final-battle-against-polio/#ixzz2HItP3nxa

2013 District Conference Announcement

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jan 03, 2013

SAVE THE DATE! The Championship Game for Team 6380 is April 26 & 27. The District Conference will be held at the beautiful Royal Park Hotel in downtown Rochester.
SAVE THE DATE!

Happy New Year!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Dec 31, 2012

Merry Christmas From Birmingham Rotary!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Dec 24, 2012

Merry Christmas to you and yours!

RYE Student Rachel Lee Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Dec 16, 2012

Rachel Lee, a senior from Seaholm High School who spent her junior year in Thailand on a Rotary International program (Rotary Youth Exchange), spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. Accompanying Rachel today was her friend, Ryan, and her mom, Melessa, seated next to Rtn. Bill Roy.

2012 Holiday Party at Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Dec 09, 2012

The Birmingham Rotary Club celebrated its annual Holiday Luncheon. The Club was entertained by the Detroit Country Day's Belle Voice Choir Ensemble. Club Santa, Rtn. Pat Grady, presented toys, gifts, and monetary donations to the Bottomless Toy Chest (a local charitable organization for kids) on behalf of the Club.

Birmingham Rotary Supports Salvation Army!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Dec 07, 2012

Several volunteers, over two consecutive weekends this month, staffed the kettle and rang the bell for our friends at Salvation Army (and all the families that benefit from this wonderful organization!). Serenading our volunteers on December 8th was this adorable school children's choir.

Happy Hanukkah!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Dec 07, 2012

Singing with Santa!

Posted by Patrick Grady on Dec 06, 2012

One's naughty, one's nice....

Linda Hatfield Named 2012 Birmingham-Bloomfield Business Person of the Year

Posted by Steven Volk on Dec 06, 2012

The Birmingham and Bloomfield business community honored one of its own Thursday morning, with Linda Hatfield being named the 2012 Business Person of the Year award from the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber.

Hatfield, vice president of marketing at the Birmingham-Bloomfield Credit Union, is also on the board of directors for the chamber as well as a several other area non-profits, including the Birmingham Rotary and CECAC.

Hatfield received the award during the chamber's 65th annual meeting, held Thursday morning at the Birmingham Athletic Club.

2012 Christmas Presents & Gifts for Bottomless Toy Chest

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 25, 2012

Celebrate the Christmas season by bringing to the Annual Holiday luncheon a present for a local family. The Bottomless Toy Chest is a (Birmingham) nonprofit organization devoted to delivering art projects, crafts and interactive toys to hospitalized pediatric cancer patients.

Happy 2012 Thanksgiving Day!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 21, 2012

Birmingham Rotary Club WINS Rotary Jeopardy!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 19, 2012

In an exciting upset of the top-seeded Bloomfield Hills RC, our Birmingham RC, led by PE Dave Zimmer and Wendee Rex, won the annual Rotary Jeopardy! This year's event, hosted by the Royal Oak RC was a wonderful event.

Tuskegee Airman, Harry T. Stewart, Jr. Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 11, 2012

Tuskegee Airman, Harry T. Stewart, Jr. spoke to Birmingham Rotary Club today. An amazing life-story!

Happy 2012 Veteran's Day!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 10, 2012

Happy 2012 Veteran's Day to all of our members and their families who served our country!

District Rotary International Foundation Gala on November 8

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 07, 2012

Thursday, November 8^th TEAM 6.3.8.0 RI Foundation Gala, San Marino Club, Big Beaver Rd, Troy, Michigan

Highlights include keynote speaker Stephanie Urchick. The event is held at 5:30 p.m. at the San Marino Club on Big Beaver Road in Troy, MI.

Rtn. Robert Swanson Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Nov 04, 2012

Photographer (and architect) Robert Swanson, presented his amazing photographs and the story with each to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. Robert is a 45+year member (with perfect attendance!) of our club. Joining him are Tom Halsted (left) and Rtn. Richard Halsted (center).

Callie Hayes Leslie Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Oct 21, 2012

Literacy Specialist from Davison Elementary / Middle School, Callie Hayes Leslie, presented to Birmingham Rotary Club Monday. BRC partners with Davison, located in Detroit, with our Financial Literacy community service project. BRC is now in their third year teaching young people about the basic principles of understanding money, credit, and saving. Joining Callie was her Davison colleague, Maria Jones-Foster.

Shauna Vercher-Morrow, from Mariners Inn, Speaks to Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow on Oct 07, 2012

Shauna Vercher-Morrow, from Mariners Inn, spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today, outlining the important service to the homeless community in the Detroit metropolitan area. Pictured here with Rtn. Charles Wickins is club guest, Melessa Lee and our speaker, Shauna Vercher-Morrow.

2012 Birmingham Rotary Club Golf Outing

Posted by Mark Farlow on Sep 30, 2012

The Birmingham Rotary Club annual Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday, October 1st. The venue is Stonycroft Hills Golf Club in Bloomfield Hills. See you there!

Rotarians Help Gleaners in a Big Way

Posted by Steven Volk on Sep 28, 2012

Hello Birmingham Rotary,

Thank you so much for bringing your group in today! We were very impressed by the quantity of work you produced. You sorted and packed 8,584 lbs of foods which equates to 6,454 meals! We hope you enjoyed your experience and would love to have you out again.

Thank You,

Mutebi Gardner, Kids Helping Kids and Volunteer Coordinator
Gleaners Community Food Bank

DG Don Riddell Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Sep 23, 2012

Today we were visited by District Governor Don Riddell and he wife. Also with us was Assistant Governor Eileen Heasley. Thanks for the pep talk, Coach Don!

District Governor Don Riddell to Speak on Monday to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Sep 23, 2012

Make sure your plans include attending the annual visit by our Governor, Rtn. Don Riddell of Troy Rotary Club, this coming Monday!

Huge Day at Birmingham Rotary Club!

Posted by Mark Farlow on Sep 16, 2012

President Chris Winans pins the newest member of Birmingham Rotary, Daniel Nerad, Ph.D. Daniel is the new superintendent of Birmingham Public Schools. Welcome Daniel! The president of Walsh College, Stephanie Bergeron, was the featured program speaker at today's luncheon. Huge crowd with an inspiring talk! Stephanie is pictured here with Rtn. John Schrot.

Rich Tropea of BBSO Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Sep 09, 2012

Birmingham Bloomfield Symphony Orchestra's Rich Tropea, spoke to Birmingham Rotary Club today about the 2012-2013 season. He even pledged a $100 donation to the Birmingham Rotary Club Endowment Board Fund! Thanks, Rich! Pictured with our speaker is his daughter, Alissa, and Rtn's Dave Underdown and Chris Winans, club president.

Rtn. Greg Coyne (Troy RC) Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Aug 26, 2012

Newly-inducted Rotarian with the Troy Rotary Club, Greg Coyne, spoke to Birmingham Rotary today. A wonderful and insightful presentation engaging all the members! Greg is pictured here with president elect Dave Zimmer.

Sameer Eid, Owner of Phoenicia Restaurant, Speaks to Birmigham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Aug 19, 2012

Local restaurateur, Sameer Eid, spoke to the Birmingham Rotary Club today. His story chronicled his life as the owner of Phoenicia Restaurant, starting in 1972 in Highland Park, to his current (newly renovated) space in downtown Birmingham.

Corvette Racing Speaker, Bill Connell, Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Aug 12, 2012

Corvette Blog author, Bill Connell, speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club today. Bill is also with Matick Chevrolet in Redford, MI. Perfect timing--it's Dream Cruise Week here in the D!

Charlie Wollborg of CurveDetroit Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Aug 05, 2012

CurveDetroit's owner (or Chief Troulblemaker), Charlie Wollborg, delivered an inspiring presentation to the Birmingham Rotary Club today.

Seaholm High School Graduate, Dana Sorenson, Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jul 29, 2012

Seaholm High School Graduate, Dana Sorenson, speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club today. In a very special presentation of her life story, Dana spoke of her accomplishements and challenges.

Andy Meisner, Oakland County Treasurer, Speaks to Birmingham Rotary Club

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jul 22, 2012

Oakland County Treasurer, Andy Meisner, with Birmingham Rotary Club president Chris Winans. Thanks for joining us today, Andy!

2013 District Conference Planning Meeting

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 27, 2012

District Governor Nominee George Hedgespeth attended the 2013 District Conference Planning Committee meeting on June 28th.
The meeting, called by incoming DG Don Riddell, was held at the Rochester Public Library. Many D6380 Rotary Clubs had representatives present.

Look for more information on the 2013 District Conference on the D6380 website.

Passing of the Gavel

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 25, 2012

Rtn. Susan Earp presides over her last official luncheon as club president. Taking over on July 1st as club president is Rtn. Chris Winans.

Rtn. Molly Swart Conferred "Spirit of Rotary" Award

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 13, 2012

President Susan Earp presented Rtn. Molly Swart the 2012 Spirit of Rotary Award. The ceremony took place at the President's Year-End Party hosted by JVS in Beverly Hills. Nearly 40 Rotarians and their guests attended this wonderful event.

Birmingham Rotary Club Contributes $12,000 to Barnum Library Fireplace Renovation

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 09, 2012

Thanks to the Endowment Board Fund of the Birmingham Rotary Club, the beautiful storybook tile fireplace, which was saved when Barnum School was demolished in 2007, will be installed in the Birmingham Historical Museum. See the article below.

Rtn. George Hedgespeth Inducted as District Governor Nominee

Posted by Mark Farlow on Jun 08, 2012

Rtn. George Hedgespeth was inducted as District Governor Nominee at a special ceremony on Saturday, June 9th. The district wide ceremony was held at St. Nicholas Cultural Center in Troy. Over 100 Rotarians attended including president elect Chris Winans.

George Hedgespeth's Arrangements

Posted by Caitlin Falenski

George's Memorial Service

July 26, 2014

10:30 a.m.

All Saints' Episcopal Church

171 W. Pike Street

Pontiac, Michigan 48098

248/334-4571

Family Hour -

All Saints' Episcopal Church ( same address)

July 25, 2014

6: p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

The family has requested that In lieu of Flowers Memorial Donations are sent to :

Office of Philanthropy

1 Ford Place Suite 5A

Detroit, Michigan 48202

Please make checks payable to Henry Ford Health Systems and note George Hedgespeth in the memo line.

Funds received a re designated for use by the Heart Transplant Patient Emergency Needs Fund .

The George Hedgespeth Scholarship Fund

Lincoln University

Office of Institutional Advancement

PO Box 179

Lincoln University, PA 19352-0999

www.haleyfuneraldirectors.com

Rest in Peace, Birmingham Rotarian & District Governor George Hedgespeth

Posted by Caitlin Falenski

It is with a heavy heart that we announce that our fellow Rotarian and District Governor, George Hedgespeth passed away on July 3, 2014. His commitment, dedication and love for Rotary and Service Above Self will forever live in our hearts. We miss you, George.

President Dave's Farewell

Posted by Caitlin Falenski

Dave recapped his year as President - Congrats Dave on a job well done!

Congratulations to the newly-inducted Board members (2014-2017)

Posted by Caitlin Falenski

Welcome Caitlin Falenski, Ron Ezell, Nave Grewal & Alicia Green!!

Congratulations to these Paul Harris (multiples) Recipients!

Posted by Caitlin Falenski

Dave Zimmer: Paul Harris + 7
Linda Hatfield: Paul Harris + 1
Joe Bauman: Paul Harris + 3
Molly Swart: Paul Harris + 2
John Westerheide: Paul Harris + 1
Mark Anderson: Paul Harris + 3

WHAT AN ACCOMPLISHMENT!

Calla Gavin, our West Point Cadet!

Posted by Caitlin Falenski

CONGRATULATIONS TO CALLA!! What an impressive photo!

Birmingham Rotary Club Top-Supporting Club for Fighting Polio

Posted by Mark Farlow

Rtn. Patrick Grady collects the District 6380 Award on behalf of Birmingham Rotary Club for being the top-giving club for contributions toward the effort of eradicating Polio.

Choral Group, Sea, Performs at Birmingham Rotary

Posted by Mark Farlow

The Seaholm High School choral group, called "Sea," performed a suite of songs for our luncheon today. The group was directed by Laurie Frick.

Rotary Jeopardy! on Tuesday, November 20th

Posted by Mark Farlow

We will meet at the Royal Oak Rotary Club at noon on Tuesday, November 20th for the 2012 Rotary Jeopardy! The RORC meets at the Jack & Patti Salter Boys & Girls Club at 1545 E. Lincoln, just one block west of Campbell. Parking is in the rear. Come celebrate another win!

Maple Road Clean-Up is Saturday!

Posted by Mark Farlow

Rtn. Patrick Grady has organized for us the fall season's Maple Road Clean-Up community service project. Bring family friends & neighbors! Meet us at 11:00 a.m. in the parking lot of Plum Market (located at Maple Road & Lahser Road).

Third Thursday-August 16th-Cafe Via

Posted by Christine Winans

Third Thursday at Cafe Via! Enjoy the patio (weather permitting) on Thursday, August 16th from 5:00pm to 7:30pm. Bring someone with you to enjoy a great glass of wine, good food and fun conversation. Cafe Via is located at 310 E. Maple Road in Birmingham and you can park for 2 hours FREE in the Peabody parking structure right around the corner. No need to make reservations - just show up!

Third Thursday-July 19th Jazzy Nights on the Terrace

Posted by Christine Winans

Welcome Back Third Thursday! We are excited to invite you, your friends and family to our first summer Third Thursday on Thursday, July 19th. Come and enjoy JAZZY NIGHTS ON THE TERRACE at The Community House in Birmingham. From 5:30 to 9:30pm we'll be enjoying April Tini and The Dennis Tini Trio. They will be serving small plates and drinks on the terrace. There is a $10 cover charge. No need to make reservations.

Birmingham Rotary's Latest International Water Project

Posted by Mark Farlow

Here is a photograph of a letter which went out international priority mail today, the last day of the 2011-2012 Rotary Year, to Rtn. Ricky Santos at the Kalookan North Rotary Club in the Philippines. This payment, corresponds to the wishes of a very generous private donor. The money will build clean artesian wells at the following schools in a needy Barangay:

* Caloocan Central Elementary School – 4,512 students, 123 teachers and staff
* Gregoria de Jesus Elementary School – 2,700 students, 56 teachers and staff
(appropriate signage will be placed at the conclusion of the project)
Ricky will be the “Chief Monitor” of the project for the Kalookan North RC.

We owe an enormous thank you to the donors for this project.

Congratulations to our Endowment Board and Rtn. Molly Swart.

Highlights of a Remarkable Rotary Year

Posted by Susan Earp

The Rotary Club of Birmingham Michigan celebrated much success over the past year at their June 25, 2012 Monday luncheon meeting. Highlights include:

There are 71 members in the Birmingham Rotary Club. A fantastic New Member Event welcomed those that just joined. The club shared fellowship opportunities at a golf outing, 3rd Thursday gatherings, a holiday luncheon and year end party. The club also participated in Rotary Jeopardy competition.

The club supported Pennies for Polio, Polio Plus, Every Rotarian Every Year, the Permanent Fund, and have 53 Paul Harris Fellows (28 are multiple Paul Harris Fellows). The Paul Harris Fellowship award was established to express appreciation for a $1000 contribution for humanitarian and educational programs.

Members of the club gave generously of their time and also provided fiscal support to many local and international charitable institutions.

With input from all members, a Leadership/Strategic Plan was created to provide direction for the club.

Outgoing President Susan Earp wished the club continued success, hoping they achieve Peace thru Service with dreams of the future under the leadership of Chris Winans, 2012-13 President and Dave Zimmer, President Elect.

Community Service Scheduled for Gleaners

Posted by Susan Earp

Join members of Birmingham Rotary Club at Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan - Pontiac Center on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 from 9:00-11:30 am as we prepare pantry packs by filling boxes with an appropriate assortment of canned foods, sort salvaged food, or pack food bags for kids. Whatever the project, your help will be greatly appreciated!

Please contact Rtn. John Mucha for more details.