It was a very eventful meeting at the Red Hook Rotary Club this week!
Mr. Nick Ascienzo (a much-beloved retired math teacher from Red Hook High School) spoke about the good works of the Ascienzo Family Foundation. For more information go to: http://www.ascienzofamilyfoundation.org/
In the photo are: President Barry Ramage, Mr. A. and speaker host Jennifer Van Voorhis.
We then welcomed and heard from two of our Red Hook High School Scholarship recipients.
In the photo are Jake Morrison, scholarship chair Linda Greenblatt, Liz Lowney and President Barry Ramage. Not shown is our third scholarship winner, Tessa Rothwell.
Finally, we were thrilled to welcome back our exchange student from five years ago, Garn. Garn is studying political science in university and has a highly successful modeling career.
Shown in the photo are youth exchange officers David Wright and Christine Chale, Garn and President Barry Ranage. (photos by Jonah Triebwasser.)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, May 25th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 26th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Brian Jones and Dana Pavlock about preventing elder abuse.
Standing in photo, RadioRotary co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser and Sarah O'Connell-Claitor; seated are Brian Jones and Dana Pavlock.
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Photos taken by Rotarian Rev. Fred Cartier. Pictured here are Josh Bardfield of the Red Hook Library (left, Tim Lynch seated) and Barry Ramage, President RH (center) and Bruce Martin, representing the Red Hook Central School District (far right).
May 7, 2019 was a regular club meeting at Cancun’s in Red Hook from 7:30 to 8:30 am. Fifteen members, 83% of our membership attended. With the school budget and related matters coming up for approval by voters registered in Red Hook, on May 21, 2019, our speakers were Josh Bardfield of the Red Hook Library Board and Bruce Martin, representing the Red Hook Central School District.
Josh explained that budgetary increases for both the Red Hook Library and the Tivoli Libraries would be on the ballot at the May 21 election. The Red Hook Library is requesting a 3.25% increase in their budget line. He noted that Library usage, programming, and wireless usage are up this year. The Library is housed in an historic building that requires constant maintenance and restoration. Finally, the state has increased the minimum wage by 38%, which impacts the Library’s operating budget. The Library has secured more than $53,000 in grants, this year but still needs the increase in tax revenue to maintain its current level of service. He urged the club members to vote in favor of the Library request on May 21.
Bruce Martin presented an outline of changes in the Central School district’s budget. While the current budget is enjoying a brief reduction in its debt levels, revenues also drop by nearly the same amount. The balance of the budgetary year will experience a 2.61% increase, but remain under the tax cap. He noted that the incoming kindergarten class will be a full class size smaller and that those savings will go to resources aimed at meeting increased emotional/social needs. No new programs will be introduced.
Voters can still register at the Mill Road School, during school hours. The election will take place from noon to 9pm also at the Mill Road School. Several initiatives will seek voter approval, including the annual increase in expenditure for buses, two new school board candidates (uncontested), election of this year’s student representative to the Board and an opportunity to place solar panels on the school roof. The later are only cost-effective if combined with State Aid – which should be forthcoming. Bruce also updated the club on the construction of the auditorium. The project will be tight to its budget despite cost-effective, value-engineered plans. State Assemblyman, Kevin Cahill, is seeking to provide $500,000 in state grants to the project and the Red Hook Education Foundation may offer and additional $100,000. This project will be the subject of a special vote on June 18. All additional expenses are tax-cap compliant.
Absentee ballots are available in the District Clerk’s office.
April 30, 2019 was a Fifth Tuesday event at Cancun’s in Red Hook from 5:30 to 7pm. Members were encouraged to bring a guest. There was no formal program, just good conversation, good food, and good company. Photos above of the event taken by Fred Cartier. Fifteen Rotarians attended. Including spouses we were a group of 17!
Our guest speakers this week were Sadie Bloch and Anabel DiMartino – co-presidents of Interact, and Miranda beer, also an officer of the club. The students spoke about their efforts to raise funds for Shelter Boxes. This year they have baked pies and sold them for Thanksgiving, made cookies and candy forValentine’s Day, solicited donations for a raffle from local businesses (over $300!), andserved dinner and waited tables at the Rotary Citizen of the Year dinner. They then spoke of the popularity of the club at school, noting that their events were well attended and that many clubs suffered from conflicts with sports. They brainstormed ways to boost membership and came up with the idea of painting the tables outside the school. They also solicit at new recruits at freshman orientation, by word of mouth,by tapping friends of friends and wear identifying T-shirts. Each speaker then spoke of their post-graduation plans. Two of the students plan to study film and Connecticut College and Wesleyan University respectively, the third student is still finalizing her plans. Barry presented the Interact Club with a Rotary Service Certificate, memorializing 7-years of successful fundraising for Shelter Boxes.
From left to right are Barry Ramage (club President), Linda Greenblatt (Interact sponsor), Anabel DiMartino, Miranda Beer, Sadie Bloch and Carl Dowden (also an Interact sponsor). All three students are officers of the club. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday,May 4th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 5th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Red Hook Rotarians about Apple Blossom Day and other Red Hook Rotary projects. Shown from left right are RadioRotary host Jonah Triebwasser, Jen Van Voorhis who spoke about our Clynk! bottle recycling program, Chris Chale who spoke about Youth Exchange, RadioRotary producer Kathy Kruger, Dave Wright who spoke about Apple Blossom Day and President Barry Ramage (photo by Rev. Fred. Cartier.)
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Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, April 27th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, April 28th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Beth Alter about savings lives with Narcan.
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Our guests this week were the crew from RadioRotary who recorded a show for later broadcast about Apple Blossom Day and other Red Hook Rotary projects. Shown from left right are RadioRotary host Jonah Triebwasser, Jen Van Voorhis who spoke about our Clynk! bottle recycling program, Chris Chale who spoke about Youth Exchange, RadioRotary producer Kathy Kruger, Dave Wright who spoke about Apple Blossom Day and President Barry Ramage (photo by Rev. Fred. Cartier.)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, April 20th at 11:30 a.m. and Sunday, April 21st at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Andrew O'Grady about fighting addiction.
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Our speaker this week was Franceska Macsali-Urbin, Site Manager for the Franklin D. Roosevelt Home and Museum and Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-kill national historic sites in Hyde Park. In recognition of Women’s History Month, Franceska’s presentation was “Eleanor Roosevelt: The Evolution of a Woman Activist”. The presentation was very enlightening and informative.
President Barry Ramage presented Franceska Macsali-Urbin with the coveted Red Hook Rotary Club mug. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, March 30th 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, March 31st 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Beth Jones and Rotarian Susan Simon about planning for your financial future,
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Our speaker this week was our own Jennifer VanVoorhis (shown with club president Barry Ramage.) Jen discussed the importance of a “financial physical”. She highlighted the magic of compound interest – using the rule of 72 to illustrate the power of investing to magnify assets. She works for Primerica Financial Services. She noted that compounding works adversely for unpaid debt and that the concept could be applied positively to generating new membership as well!
The public is invited to join the Red Hook Rotary club for breakfast on Tuesday, March 26th from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at Cancun's Restaurant in Red Hook. The speaker will be Franceska Macsali-Urbin, Site Manager at the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Sites. In recognition of Women's History Month her talk will be entitled: "Eleanor Roosevelt: The Development Of A Woman Activist".
RSVP to Dave Wright via text or call at (845) 750-2254. Please respond by Sunday, March 24th; there will be a $10.00 per person charge for breakfast.
Our guest speajker this week was Juliet Harrison who gave us a history of the artist gallery and other exhibits that she has founded and then set free in Red Hook. Her first endeavor was in Tivoli. There she set up the Tivoli Artist Coop, with the generosity of Martin Clarke the owner of the building who offered a low rent to help the enterprise get started. She then spent some time working with the Red Hook Chamber of Commerce – headed at the time by Ed Pruit – promoting writers, theater and Dance. A little later, she worked with a group of artists to create a can opener at the FireHouse in Red Hook. CAN is an anagram for Cooperative Artists Network. These efforts included activities with the schools and identified some special world renowned artists in the community including, Brice Marden, Travis Louis, Lisa Donnelly and author Carol Goodman. More recently, seeing the large number of unrented buildings in Red Hook’s center (following the Real Estate downturn nationwide) the Red Hook Can group shifted strategies by putting Pop Up Galleries in the unrented spaces, drawing attention to the spaces and in many instances resulting in permanent businesses taking over the space. She is a real friend to Red Hook. Shown in the photo are club president Barry Ramage, speaker host Susan Ezrati and Juliet Harrison. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, March 16th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, March 17th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Elise Gold and Mathew Swerdloff about the Maya Gold Foundation.
In photo: Standing Elise Gold and RadioRotary co-host Sarah O'Connell Claitor; seated are Mathew Swerdloff and RadioRotary co-host Jonah Triebwasser.
(photo by Kathy Kruger)
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Red Hook Rotary was represented as the RadioRotary team was out in force at Cappola's to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Pleasant Valley Rotary club. Shown left to right are Highland Rotarian Anthony Marmo, RadioRotary business manager; Red Hook Rotarian Jonah Triebwasser, RadioRotary co-host; Ellen Triebwasser, RadioRotary board member; Pleasant Valley Rotarian David Kruger, RadioRotary substitute co-host; Pleasant Valley Rotarian Kathy Kruger, RadioRotary producer; and Millbrook Rotarian Sarah O'Connell Claitor, RadioRotary co-host.
Our guest speaker this week was former Red Hook High School principal Peter Lawson. Peter showed the club maps of the Red Hook School District and then riveted us with a detailed history of how the consolidated district was created from myriad small districts and how individual properties came to be part of the district.
We were also visited by our former exchange student from Japan, Momona. Momo is here for ten days visiting friends and host families.
Speaker host Dave Wright presented club mugs to Peter and Momo.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, March 1st at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, march 2d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Abby Nathanson about Grace Year, a fully-funded, residential fellowship program for college graduates ages 21-28. They spend a year August-to-August living together in interfaith intentional community, serving local non-profit organizations, and studying spirituality, leadership, and justice.
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Our guest speaker this week was David Ives, Professor Emeritus at Quinnepeac University in Connecticut, who gave a truly inspirational talk.
Growing up in Ohio, one of the last to survive polio at age 4, David joined the Peace Corps after obtaining his degree from Ohio State. He experienced the civil war on the Nicaraguan-Costa Rican border and had a child die in his arms due to lack of immediate medical attention. He also worked at Camp Rising Sun in Rhinebeck, and the Albert Schweitzer Institute at Quinnepeac University for 15 years.
He was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize in 2018 and 2019. He will be receiving Rotary International's highest award, along with 99 others around the world, for Service Above Self at the Annual District Convention in April at the Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge, MA.
(Photo of speaker host Linda Greenblatt and David Ives by Rev. Fred Cartier)
The Red Hook Rotary Club and Red Hook Rotary Foundation are pleased to announce that the Foundation will award two scholarships of $1,000 each to students planning to attend an accredited college, university or vocational school.
Each applicant must be a graduating senior and a legal resident of the Red Hook Central School District, Pine Plains School District or Germantown Central School District. It is expected that one scholarship will be awarded to a student attending a four year college and one scholarship may be awarded to a student attending an accredited vocational or community college program.
Application forms may be obtained from the Guidance Office at your high school. Completed applications MUST be mailed to RED HOOK ROTARY CLUB, Post Office Box 88, Red Hook, NY 12571. ATTN: LINDA GREENBLATT, by FRIDAY, APRIL 2, 2019. For more information, please contact Linda Greenblatt at (845) 758-8361 or lindag32949@gmail.com.
Rotary International is a volunteer organization of business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service and help to build goodwill and peace in the world. Rotary International’s focus areas include polio eradication, peace, humanitarian projects, literacy, and water management. Learn more at www.rotary.org. Learn more about the Red Hook Rotary Club at www.redhookrotary.org.
The Red Hook Rotary Club also sponsors the Rotary Youth Exchange Program, both the traditional school-year exchange and a newer short term summer program. Find out about participating in exchange and hosting a student at Rotary District 7210 under Youth programs or at 7210yex.org. Red Hook Rotary sponsors the Rotary Youth Leadership (RYLA), a 5 day conference for sophomores; contact the Red Hook High School guidance counselor for applications.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, February 9th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, February 10th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we interview Rotarian Larry Palant about the joy of Rotary.
Shown in the photo are RadioRotary producer Kathy Kruger and Larry Palant.
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Red Hook Rotarians were out in force at the Repair Cafe at the Red Hook Community Center. Jennifer VanVoorhis, Susan Simon, Rebecca Kent and Judge Jonah Triebwasser chatted with visitors about our Clynk recycling program, club membership and RadioRotary.
Our guest speaker this past week was James Cadorette of Integral Tree and Landscaping Services. James addressed the club about some of the greatest environmental threats to our trees, particularly Ash trees. He explained that treatment of such insects as the Emerald Ash borer and the Asian Longhorn beetle is painstakingly challenging and requires vigilance.
Rotary International President-elect Mark Daniel Maloney explained his vision for building a stronger Rotary, calling on leaders to expand connections to their communities and to embrace innovative membership models. A member of the Rotary Club of Decatur, Alabama, USA, Maloney unveiled the 2019-20 presidential theme, Rotary Connects the World, to incoming district governors at Rotary’s annual training event, the International Assembly, in San Diego, California, USA.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, January 19th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, January 20th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Sarah O'Connell-Claitor and Jonah Triebwasser talk with Pastor Steve Dambra about minstering to those with special needs.
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Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, January 19th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, January 20th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Sarah O'Connell-Claitor and Jonah Triebwasser talk with Pastor Steve Dambra about minstering to those with special needs.
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Our guest speaker for our January 15th breakfast will be James Cadorette, Certified Arborist and Co-owner of Integral Tree and Landscape. He will be giving us an update on the Emerald Ash Borer infestation in the Hudson Valley. We meet at Cancun's, South Broadway, Red Hook, Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. Guests are welcome.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, December 29th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 30th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our host Jonah Triebwasser talks with Rotarians Dave and Kathy Kruger about restoration of the Pleasant Valley Library.
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Our guest speaker this week, Marc Molinaro, was introduced as “soccer coach”, youngest mayor in America, gubernatorial candidate, assemblyman and now Dutchess County Executive. Marc reviewed his seven years in office, noting some of his proudest achievements. He noted that the county’s fiscal position is much improved its bond rating is the highest in the state, The county’s improved economic status has been led by strong growth in tourism. The county has undertaken new initiatives in natural resource protection, protecting over 3000 acres of farmland. Bridges are being refurbished through.out the county, and mental health services have been substantially increased and improved.
Following his comments, the County Executive took questions, covering such topics as changes in the cash bail system and the need for bipartisan cooperation in local government. Commenting on his experience in running for governor he noted that the biggest difference between issues down-state and up-state is that downstaters were preoccupied with transit systems and corruption, while upstaters were focused on property taxes and corruption.
In the photo are County Executive, Marc Molinaro, flanked by Rebecca Smith Aldrich (Mid Hudson Library System) and Club President, Barry Ramage. (Photos by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro will be the guest of honor and keynote speaker at the breakfast meeting of the Red Hook Rotary Club on Tuesday, December 18th at 7:30 a.m. at Cancun's Family Mexican Restaurant, South Broadway, Red Hook.
Non-Rotarians who would like to attend must RSVP to RedHookRotary@gmail.com before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 14th, 2018. No one can be admitted without a reservation.
The breakfast is sponsored by Northern Dutchess Paramedics.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, December 8th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 9th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Sarah O'Connell-Claitor and Jonah Triebwasser talk with Dr. Richard Hooley about the great educational programs at BOCES..
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Actor/Director/Playwirght Jeremy Davidson spoke to the Red Hook Rotary club at their recent breakfast meeting about the Storyhorse Documentary Theater.
Storyhorse Theater is a documentary theater project based in New York's Hudson Valley. Their stories are inspired by transcribed conversations with the people of the Hudson valley, historical documents, and other primary sources, focusing on social, political, environmental and medical issues. The stories are brought to life by actors in multimedia staged readings.
Shown in the photo are Rotary President Barry Ramage and Jeremy Davidson.
Our guest speaker this week was Jackie Reynolds, know more popularly as Bee Bee the Clown and Jackie the Magician. Jackie shared the history of her performing career and share some of her puppetry and ventriloquist skills with our members. Shown are speaker host Rev. Fred Cartier and Jackie Reynolds.
We were delighted to welcome back for a visit our former member Susan Goodman-Goldstein who now lives in California with her husband Dr. Manny Karell.
(photos by Rev. Fred Cartier and Jonah Triebwasser)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, November 24th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, November 25th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Sarah O'Connell-Claitor and Jonah Triebwasser talk with Mary Albrect and Sandy Coe about Pleasant Valley's Festival of Lights.
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Can you recall headlines that hit our national press? They recounted disturbing stories of hundreds of thousands of citizens in Kerala, Southern India, literally being washed out of their homes as a result of devastating floods?
As this was happening, thousands of miles away, this time SW Cameroon, in Africa, innumerable numbers of citizens were being displaced, their villages burned down, violence perpetrated against them by the military under the control of the government. These villagers had no option other than to live in the bush as their physical communities no longer existed. Did you even know this was happening?
Then press headlines once more took centre stage.
At the end of September, Typhoon Omphong (Mangkhut) hit the northern region of the Philippines, triggering flash floods, storm surges and wholesale landslides. Over a quarter of a million people were displaced; over 100 lost their lives. Health centres were unable to function and so the situation progressively worsened.
And finally, in our two month Aquabox odyssey, came the news that a massive earthquake and tsunami hit Indonesia, centred around the city of Palu. Almost 900 people lost their lives, many buried in massed graves to prevent the spread of disease. Other stories emerged detailing suffering too harrowing to report here.
Here are are some common factors in all these tragedies:
The lives of individuals and whole communities can be destroyed in a frighteningly short time. The health of citizens is immediately at risk and access to safe drinking water is of paramount importance.
In each of the above human catastrophes, Aquabox was instrumental in providing meaningful, immediate and sustainable support. It supplied water purification filters and other items of humanitarian aid, all of which was distributed, securely and appropriately by our long-standing partners on the ground. (Rotary International in particular, was well placed for accurate assessment of need.)
The water filters despatched from our Wirksworth depot in the past two months alone, have the capacity to provide drinking water to over 35,000 needy citizens in some of the world’s most devastated areas.
Since the filters can function for several years, this output may continue way beyond the immediate need.
(The output of these filters could mean 1700 litre plastic bottles per minute no longer enter our environment.)
Without clean drinking water, people suffer from the most debilitating diseases and this significantly impacts on their ability to rebuild and regenerate their communities and local economies.
We, at Aquabox, are extremely proud of what we achieve. We are a truly volunteer led charity with no ‘fat cat’ board of directors. Our 70+ volunteers are our engine-room and quite simply without them we could not do what we do.
We rely TOTALLY on donations to continue our life-saving work. Can you help?
If you feel you are able to support us, details of how to do this can be found on our website www.aquabox.org Alternatively cheques payable to Aquabox can be sent to Aquabox, PO Box 5398, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 4ZP
In particular, we would welcome corporate sponsorship. Please contact us if this is of interest.
Find out more about our work on our Facebook page or come along to see us at work at our depot. You can book in a trip through our website. We would welcome your interest.
This weekend on RadioRotary: The Rotary Foundation
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, November 17th at 11:30 a.m.. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, November 18th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian Dave Kruger about the good works of the Rotary Foundation.
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Our guest speakers were our own Carl Dowden and Susan Simon who spoke on the relationships among our club, our club foundation, Rotary District 7210, Rotary International and the Rotary Foundation. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
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Starting Tuesday, October 16th at 7:30 a.m., we will be meeting at Cancun’s Mexican Restaurant 7483 South Broadway in Red Hook. Come join us for a meeting.
This week we had our official visit from District Governor Christine Giangrasso. Chrissy inspired us with her description of Rosie the Riveter – as depicted by Norman Rockwell. She encouraged us to undertake the following: Create a Rotaract Club at Bard College, Join with other Rotary clubs in activities. Seek to think “out of the box” about club possibilities. She noted that October 24th is World Polio Day and challenged every club in our district to donate $100 to the End Polio Campaign – noting that with 55 clubs in the district we could give $5500 to the campaign which would be doubled by the Gates Foundation.
Show in the photo are President Barry Ramage and DG Christine Giangrasso.
Red Hook Rotary Honors Claudine and Chris Klose as Citizens of the Year
The Red Hook Rotary Foundation along with the Rotary Club of Red Hook honored Claudine and Chris Klose as Red Hook’s Citizens of the Year for 2018. Since returning to Red Hook nearly a decade ago, Claudine and Chris immersed themselves in the Red Hook community. Both are very involved with Historic Red Hook, Inc.
Claudine and Chris were recognized at a dinner on Tuesday evening, October 23, 2018 at the Red Hook Firehouse. A full house of celebrants paid tribute to these two outstanding Red Hook volunteers.
Our outbound exchange student to Denmark, Fiona Seabrook, has returned from a great year and was our guest speaker. She showed a power point with photographs of the highlights of her stay overseas. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are: Club President Barry Ramage, YEX Officer Christine Chale, proud mom Patricia Seabrook, Fiona's sister (and future exchange student, perhaps?) Nuala Seabrook and YEX student Fiona Seabrook. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Our speaker this week was club member Rev. Michael Shafer. Michael’s talk was based around “this time of the year”. He spoke about “character....character virtues as opposed to resume virtues”. He referred to and read some passages from David Brooks’ book “The Road to Character”. Michael suggested we all need to build and improve our character virtues. As Rotarians we inherently have good character virtues as we live by our 4 Way Test and Service Above Self motto. Thank you Michael for your inspiring words. (photos by Jonah Triebwasser)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, September 15th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, September 16th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Kathy Kruger and Jonah Triebwasser talk with (left to right) Rotarian Veronica McMillan and Janna Whearty about the public services offered by the Ducthess County Bar Association.
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Our special guest and honorary sgt. at arms was Linda Greenblatt's granddaughter, Samatha. Best of luck in middle school Sam! (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
This week, three of the five students who attended RYLA spoke of their experiences. Cian Ryan, Raquel Gifford and Jacqueline Kocik all said it was a great experience. They all learned more about their leadership skills and how to use those skills. When they arrived at RYLA they did not know what to expect. The “high energy” level of the RYLA leaders got them excited right away.
One speaker who made a big impression on the students was a young woman who suffered a traumatic brain injury in high school a few years ago.
RYLA students and their parent pictured with Past President Tim Lynch and Linda Greenblatt. (photos by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, August 25th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, August 26th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Sarah O'Connell and Jonah Triebwasser talk with actress and film maker Andrea Sadler Kruk and master storyteller Jonathan Kruk about the Legend of Sleepy Hollow!
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Standing are RadioRotary co-host Jonah Triebwasser, studio guest Rotarian Roger Risko and RadioRotary co-host Sarah O'Connell; seated are Andrea Sadler Kruk and Jonathan Kruk.
Red Hook Rotarian Judge Jonah Triebwasser having a great time at Highland Rotary’s Hudson Valley Ribfest in New Paltz with nephew Jordan, niece Ann and great-nephew Artimus!
Member Rob Latimer shared with us this beautiful painting that he obtained while in Belize. The artist is Oscar Ulin who can't use his hands, so he paints with his mouth. Come see him on Saturdays at the San Ignacio Market. If you are not vacationing in Belize soon, watch this video of Oscar at https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=oscar%20ulin.
In the photo with Rob is our club president Barry Ramage.
The Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, September 1st at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, September 2d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when our co-hosts Sarah O'Connell and Jonah Triebwasser talk with Geoff Miller about the Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History.
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Red Hook Rotary Seeks Nominations for Citizen of the Year
The Red Hook Rotary Foundation is seeking nominations from the local community for their Citizen of the Year. For the past 17 years Rotary has honored a local resident for their contributions to our community. A candidate will have contributed unselfishly to the betterment of our community, emulating Rotary’s motto “Service above Self”.
Selection of the honoree will be made by Red Hook Rotary. Nomination forms are available at Red Hook Town Hall, Red Hook Village Hall and Tivoli Village Hall. The form can be downloaded from Red Hook Rotary’s website or Facebook page. The deadline for returning a nomination form is August 31, 2018. Return forms to Red Hook Rotary, PO Box 88, Red Hook, New York 12571-0088 or by email cdowden@hvc.rr.com.
Rotary Club of Red Hook is part of Rotary International. Rotary is an international service organization comprised of business and professional leaders working together in a variety of humanitarian, educational and cultural programs to promote World Peace and Understanding. There are over 1.2 million Rotarians in 35,000 clubs around the world.
Over 10 years ago, Red Hook Rotarians established The Red Hook Rotary Foundation, a 501 c3 charitable foundation, to provide financial support of programs and projects in and around the Red Hook community. The main focus of the Foundation is in the areas of education and youth. The Foundation awards scholarships to high school seniors and supports the Interact Club at Red Hook High School and Rotary’s Youth Exchange Program.
Members of the Red Hook Rotary Club heard from Tivoli Librarian Michelle Del Priore about the offerings and programs held throughout the year at the Tivoli Library.
Shown in the photo are (left to right): Speaker host Carl Dowden, Tivoli Librarian Michelle Del Priore and Rotary President Barry Ramage.
The Red Hook Rotary meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at Murrays on Broadway in Tivoli. Visitors are welcome.
Red Hook Rotary’s recent meeting at Murray’s boasted 76% attendance, including Kyle White a new member and Jennifer Van Voorhis who was officially inducted by President Barry Ramage and sponsored by Linda Greenblatt. Hon. Jonah Triebwasser hosted guest speaker Sarah Litvin, Director of the Reher Center of Immigrant History of the Rondout District of Kingston, who spoke about this ‘museum in the making’. She noted that it celebrates the ongoing multi-cultural nature of this neighborhood and the museum’s setting in a building that housed Frank Reher’s bakery of 80 years, originating in the 1900’s.
Photos: Top: Club president, Barry Ramage, guest speaker, Sarah Litvin and speaker host, Hon. Jonah Triebwasser. Bottom: New member sponsor, Linda Greenblatt, new member, Jennifer Van Voorhis, and club president, Barry Ramage. Photographer: Rev. Fred Cartier.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, August 4th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, August 5th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we bring you our exclusive coverage of the Rotary International Convention in Toronto, Canada. In t he photo are Dave Kruger, Kathy Kruger and Jonah Triebwasser.
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Members of the Red Hook Rotary Club and the Red Hook Rotary Foundation have donated $1,000.00 to the Red Hook Library to expand their collection of diversity books in the children's and teen sections of the library.
Shown in the photo are (left to right): Rotary President Barry Ramage, Rotarian Linda Greenblatt, Dawn Jardine(library director) and Maryelisa Blundell (library board president)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, July 21st at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, July 22d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when talk with Mary Albrecht about Pleasant Valley Weekend.
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Our guests this week were Ryan Hobson, Evan Maurer and his mom. Ryan is one of three recipients of this year’s club scholarships. He will be attending the Albany School of Pharmacology, which offers myriad opportunities in micro-biology and pharmacology in the fall. Evan Maurer has just returned from this year’s Youth Leadership Award Conference at Mount St Mary’s.
Photo: Linda Greenblatt, Rotary Liason to RYLA, Evan Maurer attendee at RYLA conference, Bryan Hobson, Rotary Scholarship recipient, Barry Ramage, President, Rotary Club of Red Hook. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, July 15th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, July 16th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we bring you our exclusive coverage of the Rotary International Convention in Toronto, Canada.
Our speaker host and speaker was our own Rev. Fred Cartier. Fred spoke about his recent medical incident. He has had a medical condition for the past twenty years and learned from this recent incident his medication needed to be changed. His advice to all of us was to have regular physical exams and listen to what your body is telling you. Also, in Fred’s case “Listen to Rosalie!”
Left to right: Fred is thanked by President Barry Ramage for his talk. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Jonah also attended a make-up meeting at the host hospitality function of the Acton Ontario Rotary Club. Jonah is shown here with Acton Club President Don Rochester exchanging club banners. For more convention photos, click here: https://redhookrotaryclub.org/PhotoAlbums/2018-ri-convention-toronto
The Red Hook Rotary Club welcomed guest speakers Jen Cavanaugh and Shana Weiler who spoke on the proposed refurbished playground at the Red Hook Recreational Park. The plan is to have new equipment and enhance accessibility for children with special needs. More information on the project is available at www.RedHookPlays.com.
Shown in the photo are: Rotary Club President Tim Lynch, Jen Cavanaugh, Speaker host Susan Simon, Shana Weiler and Town Board Member Sarah Imboden. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, June 16th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, June 17th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Majorie Keith and Patrick Salernoabout the upcoming 4H fair.
Our guest speaker today was Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jana Vengrin who gave a fascinating talk on the many aspects of mental health. Shown in the photograph are club President Tim Lynch, Jana Vengrin and speaker host Barry Ramage (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier.)
A good time was had by all at Red Hook Rotary's 5th Tuesday social and fellowship evening at Greig Farms.
Two ministers and a rabbi walk into a Rotary Meeting . . .
Red Hook Rotary was indeed blessed to have three members of the clergy at this event: Rev. Fred Cartier, Rabbi Ellen K. Triebwasser and Rev. Michael Shafer.
This weekend on RadioRotary: Rotary and Clean Water
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, June 2d at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, June 3d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarians Gary Silver and Gary Siegel about the Liberty Rotary club's clean water program.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, May 26th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 27th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian Toni Hokanson about New Paltz Rotary's Touch a Truck event.
Our speaker this week was Brian Jones, Outreach Coordinator at Dutchess County Office for the Aging.
His presentation entitled “Successful Aging” was very informative. Brian spoke about the many programs and services provided by and through the Office for the Aging.
For more information regarding the programs and services, visit their website at www.dutchessny.gov/aging.
Tune in to the award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, May 19th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 20th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Carl Syslo and Josephine Santoro about the Safehaven animal shelter and wildlife center.
Our Interact Club of Red Hook High School made delicious fudge for as a fundraiser to support their purchase of a Shelterbox tent. (photo by Carl Dowden)
Our guest speaker this week was attorney Kyle Steller of Mackey, Butts and Wise, who spoke on such Elder Law topics as powers of attorney, heath care proxies, living wills and estate planning. Shown. in the photograph, from left to right, are: speaker host Rev. Michael Shafer, Klye Steller and club president Tim Lynch. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Members of the Red Hook Rotary Club planted trees with the Town of Red Hook Tree Committee as part of Rotary International's commitment to plant 1.2 million trees this year (one tree for every Rotarian.) Shown in the photo are (left to right): Club President Tim Lynch, Susan Ezrati, Barry Ramage, Christine Chale and Karen Mead-Cadorette.
Tune in to Award-winning RadioRotary on Saturday, May 5th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 6th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with with Red Hook Rotarians about their Apple Blossom Day festival, Aquabox (bringing fresh water to those in need) and our international youth exchange program.
Congratulations to our Red Hook High School Interact Club for being recognized at the District Assembly as ShelterBox Heroes. Interact has funded several ShelterBoxes.
Our District’s YEX students, including our own Mercedes, were a prominent part of the District Assembly (photos by Christine Chale)
Our guest speaker this week was Bill McCormick of Digital Sales who told us about the business advantages of the Linkedin social media network. Bill showed the assembled Rotarians and guests how to make a Linkedin site "value-centric" to reveal how you can benefit clients.
Shown in the photo, from left to right are: President Tim Lynch, Bill McCormick and Speaker host Barry Ramage.
Our guest speaker this week was Jennifer Munn, a member of our Board of Education, who spoke about the Northern Dutchess Rainbow coalition. She discussed early education to increase acceptance of those who are members of the LGBT community as well as diversity education to make young people more accepting of those who are different from them. Shown in the photograph are: speaker host Susan Simon, Jennifer Munn and President Tim Lynch (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier.)
Club Treasurer Susan Simon earned her second Paul Harris Award for support of the Rotary Foundation. Foundation chair Bud Weaver presents Susan with her pin. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
The Red Hook Rotary Club welcomed Thomas W. Stark, III, of Northern Dutchess Paramedics. He spoke about the live-saving services that they offer to northern Dutchess and southern Columbia counties. Shown in the photo are speaker host Rob Latimer and Tom Stark.
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at Murray's, 73 Broadway, Tivoli, New York. Visitors are welcomed.
This weekend on RadioRotary: the Anderson Center for Autism
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, March 31st at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, April 1st at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Eliza Borzenski about the great work of the Anderson Center for Autism.
This week, we welcomed Cleo Post, Founder of Rainbow Body Yoga. They are a community yoga space offering daily yoga classes, workshops, teacher trainings, and more including restorative yoga, vinyasa, yoga basics, power flow, aerial yoga, Qi Gong, and chakra flow. We had a great demonstration of a relaxation technique that no doubt our fellow Rotarians will be practicing to keep us centered.
Rainbow Body Yoga came into being in 2013 in Tivoli, in a magical carpenter shop. After a year and a half they have re-located to the village of Red Hook at 35 W. Market St. Suite 2A . They are happy to be part of our community. Stop in to sign up for a class or check out their other wellness offerings, by local practitioners, offering massage, energy healing, body and beauty services. Visit them at: https://www.rainbowbodyyogastudio.com/about-us.html
In the photo, from left to right, are Rotary President Tim Lynch, Cleo Post and speaker host Rebecca Kent. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Our guest speaker this week was Dick Wambach of Wambach Communications. Dick spoke about the history of the Poughkeepsie railroad bridge, from the time of its opening to today in its new incarnation as the Walkway Over the Hudson. Dick also shared with us some of his beautiful artwork, including line drawings of the bridge and other landmarks. (Photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Our guest speaker this week was our own international exchange student Mercedes who spoke about her life at home in Spain. We were treated to a delightful video and power point presentation that Mercedes produced. Mercedes is shown with Club President Tim Lynch and YEX Officer Christine Chale.
The Red Hook Rotary Club and Red Hook Rotary Foundation will award two scholarships of $1,000 each to students planning to attend an accredited college, university or vocational school.
Each applicant must be a graduating senior and a legal resident of the Red Hook Central School District, Pine Plains School District or Germantown Central School District. It is expected that one scholarship will be awarded to a student attending a four year college and one scholarship may be awarded to a student attending an accredited vocational or community college program.
Application forms may be obtained from the Guidance Office at your high school. Completed applications MUST be mailed to RED HOOK ROTARY CLUB, Post Office Box 88, Red Hook, NY 12571. ATTN: LINDA GREENBLATT, by March 23, 2018. For more information, please contact Linda Greenblatt at (845) 758-8361 or lindag@hvi.net.
Next weekend on RadioRotary: The Rotary International Convention from Atlanta Georgia (show 11)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 p.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, February 18th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when RadioRotary brings it's exclusive coverage of the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. We talk with Rotarians from around the world about Rotary's humanitarian efforts.
Red Hook Rotarians celebrated the 63d anniversary of the founding of their club at a special reception at Cancun's Mexican Restaurant. Guests were our YEX student from Spain, Mercedes, Rosalie Cartier and Jen Van Voorhes.
Our own Rev. Fred Cartier was the speaker this week. He gave an interesting talk about planning for retirement. Not so much from a financial standpoint, but from an emotional standpoint. He said one day you are going to leave your job...what are you going to do the next day?
Fred suggested starting now to think about and plan what you will do when you retire. Making a daily schedule for yourself and then be sure to do at least two things from that schedule. Something that may help you decide what you may want to do in retirement Fred heard at a seminar about retirement. The speaker asked everyone in the audience to write down in one brief sentence “who you are without making reference to your job or your family”.
Fred referenced statistics about how people’s health deteriorates after they retire if they have nothing to do. Many die in a short period of time as well. So start now thinking about what you will do after you retire. Go to the library and read books; take advantage of education programs that are offered for retirees like those offered at Bard College; expand a hobby; whatever, just make a plan to do something!
This weekend on RadioRotary: The Rotary International Convention from Atlanta Georgia (show 7)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 16th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 17th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when RadioRotary brings it's exclusive coverage of the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. We talk with Rotarians from around the world about Rotary's humanitarian efforts.
Next weekend on RadioRotary: The Magic of Dinner Theater
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 9th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 10th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Felicia DiNonno about the Clove Creek Dinner Theater.
Our guest speaker was Red Hook Attorney Jason Foscolo, Esq., who spoke with us about food and agricultural law. Shown in the photo are club president Tim Lynch, Mr. Foscolo and speaker host Susan Simon (photo by Jonah Triebwasser).
ThisweekendonRadioRotary: The Rotary International Convention from Atlanta Georgia (show 5)
Tune in to RadioRotaryon Saturday, November 18th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, November 19th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when RadioRotary brings it's exclusive coverage of the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. We talk with Rotarians from around the world about Rotary's humanitarian efforts.
Our YEX Exchange student, Mercedes from Spain, and her friend Abigail spent the morning at the New York State Museum learning about New York's natural resources and history. They then had lunch and a shopping excursion at the Crossgates Mall. Chaperones were our club secretary, Judge Jonah Triebwasser, and his wife, Ellen.
We had two guest speakers at this week’s meeting! From left to right, speaker host David Wright welcomed Lauren Arcomano, Executive Director of the new Red Hook Community Center, while Career and Life Coach Peter Heyman was welcomed by speaker host Barry Ramage. Looking on is our President Tim Lynch. Ms. Arcomano told us about the many interesting programs offered at the center. Mr. Heyman gave an inspiration talk about achieving our greatest potential. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
A good time was had by all at our sold out 2017 Citizen of the Year Dinner honoring outstanding community volunteer Brenda Cagle. Photos of this great event can be found at: http://redhookrotaryclub.org/PhotoAlbum
This weekend on RadioRotary: Teaching Youth About Farming
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, October 28th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, October 29th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Mike Fredette of Sprout Creek Farm about their commitment to teaching our youth about farming. The award-winning RadioRotary can be heard on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/ and on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. on WBPM 92.9 FM or http://www.wbpmfm.com/ and at 9:30 a.m. on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/ . Listen to all previous programs at www.radiorotary.org or on your MP3 player via iTunes at http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radiorotary/id39731680
In the photo are (standing) RadioRotary co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser and Sarah O'Connell and (seated) MikeFredette.
Our speaker this week was Robert Shoemaker, CEO of Professional Computer Associates (PCA). He was accompanied by his firm’s Marketing Director, Theresa Mulkins. Bob provided us with a crash course in Phishing 101. In summary, we need to be cautious about all emails because looks can be deceiving. Bob shared some hints: 1) If the message in the email sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 2) Look at the email address of the sender; if it is not from the business or person supposedly sending you the email do not open. 3) If the email contains a "link" to a webpage, hover your mouse pointer over the link and the actual address will appear, don't click it if it doesn't look correct. 4) If the subject line contains RE: and it is not coming from someone you have been communicating with, don't open the email. 5) Last but not least, when creating passwords make sure they are easy to remember and don't contain any personal information. For more information on Personal Computer Associates (PCA) visit their website at: https://www.pcasupport.com/
Part of the Rotary youth exchange program is to experience new things, as our student Mercedes from Spain did when she attended her first Bat-Mitzvah where she ran into our club secretary, Judge Jonah Triebwasser, and his wife Ellen. A good time was had by all.
Our guest speaker today was LaGrange Sunrise Rotarian Mike Polasek who spoke to us about the district grant that our region is pursuing to combat adolescent drug abuse. Mike is shown in the photo with our club president Tim Lynch. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Want to know what the youth exchange program means to participants? Click here to listen to three testimonials about Rotary’s impact on young lives. One features Inés (France to New Paltz 2011-2012), as she describes the importance of her youth exchange experience in District 7210.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, October 14th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, October 15th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rhinebeck Rotarian Mike Frazier about Rotary's international youth exchange.
We are delighted to honor Brenda Cagle as the 2017 Rotary Citizen of the Year. Brenda is a long-time community volunteer and a former member of our Town Board. Brenda will be honored at our dinner on Tuesday, October 24 at 6:15 p.m. at the Red Hook Firehouse. Tickets will be available soon at Town and Village Halls and from Rotarians.
WE ARE NOW COMPLETELY SOLD OUT. NO NEW TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT !
Red Hook Rotary welcomed Cari Wilkins-Bates of Scenic Hudson to our meeting. Scenic Hudson preserves land and farms and creates parks that connect people with the inspirational power of the Hudson River, while fighting threats to the river and natural resources that are the foundation of the valley's prosperity. To date they have created or enhanced more than 65 parks, preserves and historic sites up and down the Hudson River and conserved nearly 40,000 acres. Of which Red Hook has benefited with the Poets' Walk - 120 acres; two decades of farmland protection including seven working farms here in Red Hook totaling over 1,000 acres. They are sponsoring the upcoming Farmland Cycling Tour scheduled on September 16 starting at Poets Walk park with routes of 10, 25 and 45 miles that will enable riders to pedal through the beautiful rolling countryside of Dutchess and Columbia counties. To learn more about Scenic Hudson visit: http://www.scenichudson.org/
Rotary Welcomes Cari Watkins-Bates of Scenic Hudson
This weekend on RadioRotary: Pleasant Valley Weekend
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, September 9th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, September 10th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Pleasant Valley Rotarian Carol Campbell and Johnny Dell about the fun at Pleasant Valley Weekend.
A good time was had by all at our annual Baxter's Bash picnic.We welcomed our incoming YEX exchange student Mercedes from Spain.Rob Latimer was inducted as a Paul Harris Fellow by Past District Governor Lou Turpin.Members who were honored for perfect attendance in 2016 - 2017 were (left to right): Hon. Jonah Triebwasser (11 years), Christine Chale, Esq. (5), Susan Simon (6), Tim Lynch, P.E. (3), Bud Weaver (44) and Carl Dowden (30).
This weekend on RadioRotary: New Horizons Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday,September 2d at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, September 3d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Tyler Miller about working with special needs cients at New Horizons.
Our guest speaker this week was our very own Rob Latimer who recently vacationed with his family in the small village of Hopkins in Belize. Rob wanted to attend a local Rotary club meeting only to learn they take the Summer off. He did however make a connection with Wendy Miller a local resident & Real Estate broker who is looking to start a club in Hopkins. Wendy’s Father was a Rotarian and this is what inspired her to start a local club.
Rob spent a couple of hours sharing with her all the great work Rotary International does as well as the great work our own local rotary chapter performs here in Red Hook. He learned the village has no potable water, and the local park was a rotary sponsored project with a club from Canada. We are discussing ideas on how we might be able to act as a “mentoring” club with the Hopkins club and perhaps even with help with sponsoring an Aquabox (approx. $300.) to provide a water filtration system to the village. To learn more about Rotary International and how we’re an ambassador for Aquabox visit http://www.aquabox.org/
As Rotary is dedicated to permanently ending polio, another unique Rotary connection was made when Rob visited a local market in San Ignacio where he fell in love with a painting. He learned the artist, Oscar Ulin, suffers with polio and can't use his hands so he paints with his mouth. See Oscar’s story at: https://www.facebook.com/LowerDover/videos/1416850208347352/
In photo: Rob Latimer and President Tim Lynch (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Rob further reports: " The park built in Hopkins through a combined effort between the Rotary Club of Dangriga and a club from Canada has fallen into disrepair. Also, without any lighting, parents won't allow kids to play there after sunset. The newly formed satellite club of Hopkins is going to raise the money needed to repair the park and add lighting, bringing the park up to safety standards and creating a village-center focal point for children to play and socialize. Artist Oscar Ulin has limited use of his hands due to polio, and paints at the San Ignacio market using his mouth to hold the brush. I will have one of his works back from the framer shortly. Four generations of Latimers (twelve of us from 71 down to 1 year old) made the trip to Hopkins. Meeting the founders of the newly-forming Hopkins Rotary Club was a highlight of the trip. I look forward to exploring the possibilities for partnering with this new satellite club, as soon as they have their approval from RI."
The Rotary International Convention from Atlanta Georgia (show 1)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, August 26th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, August 27th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when RadioRotary brings it's exclusive coverage of the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to interviews with staff from the Center for Disease Control about protecting America from sickness, and a feature on bringing fresh water to African villages, our special guest is Rotary International Immediate Past-President John Germ (shown in the photo with RadioRotary Producer Kathy Kruger and co-host Jonah Triebwasser.)
Red Hook Rotary sent a contingent of volunteers to the Hudson Valley Ribfest. Shown left to right are Hon. Jonah Triebwasser, David Wright and Bud Weaver.
This weekend on RadioRotary: Hiking in the Great Outdoors
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, August 19th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, August 20th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Kyle Elizabeth Irwin about hiking in the great outdoors
Congratulations to Red Hook Rotarian and Past-President David Wright, his wife Patty, and the entire Wright family, on the marriage of his daughter Amanda to T.J. Sager on August 11th. Our club secretary, Hon. Jonah Triebwasser, officiated.
Rotary Club of Red Hook, NY is seeking nominations from the local community for their Citizen of the Year. For the past 16 years Rotary has honored a local resident for their contributions to our community. A candidate will have contributed unselfishly to the betterment of our community, emulating Rotary’s motto “Service above Self”.
Selection of the honoree will be made by Red Hook Rotary. Nomination forms are available at Red Hook Town Hall, Red Hook Village Hall and Tivoli Village Hall. The form can be downloaded from Red Hook Rotary’s website or Facebook page. The deadline for returning a nomination form is August 29, 2017. Return forms to Red Hook Rotary, PO Box 88, Red Hook, New York 12571-0088 or by email cdowden@hvc.rr.com.
Welcome Rotary District 7210 District Governor Jim Damiani
District Governor Jim made his official visit to our club today. He was introduced by Region 3 Assistant Governor Rose Shaffer.
District Governor Jim commented on the beauty of our new meeting location, which is a former church with beautiful stained glass windows. He thanked us for being Rotarians. Rotary helps the vulnerable, voiceless people of the world.
When DG Jim first joined Rotary we were embarking on a project called Polio Plus. At that time there were 7,000 new cases of polio each week. There have been 35 new cases so far this year or about 1 per week. Bill Gates addressed Rotarians at the recent International Convention in Atlanta, GA. He said about $1.5 billion is needed to complete eradication of polio in the world. He pledged $400 million from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. DG Jim said that by the end of the convention $1.2 billion had been received in pledges. That leaves $300 million for Rotary to raise. Rotary International President Ian Riseley has asked every Rotary Club to hold a special event to raise money for Polio Plus and to raise public awareness of Polio.
DG Jim told us that RI President Ian Riseley is very concerned about the environment. He is concerned about climate change around the world. RI President Ian has asked every Rotarian to plant a tree.
Rotary Welcomes Our District & Assistant Governor
District Governor Jim Damiani made his official visit to our club today. He was introduced by Region 3 Assistant Governor Rose Shaffer.
District Governor Jim commented on the beauty of our new meeting location, which is a former church with beautiful stained glass windows. He thanked us for being Rotarians. Rotary helps the vulnerable, voiceless people of the world. When DG Jim first joined Rotary we were embarking on a project called Polio Plus. At that time there were 7,000 new cases of polio each week. There have been 35 new cases so far this year or about 1 per week. Bill Gates addressed Rotarians at the recent International Convention in Atlanta, GA. He said about $1.5 billion is needed to complete eradication of polio in the world. He pledged $400 million from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. DG Jim said that by the end of the convention $1.2 billion had been received in pledges. That leaves $300 million for Rotary to raise. Rotary International President Ian Riseley has asked every Rotary Club to hold a special event to raise money for Polio Plus and to raise public awareness of Polio.
DG Jim told us that RI President Ian Riseley is very concerned about the environment. He is concerned about climate change around the world. RI President Ian has asked every Rotarian to plant a tree.
l-r: Asst. Gov. Rose Shaffer, District Gov. Jim Damiani and Pres. Tim Lynch. (Photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Red Hook Rotary welcomes Tivoli Mayor Joel R. Griffith. The Mayor provided an update on one of Tivoli's biggest decisions...do they manage their water and sewer locally or have the Dutchess County Water & Wastewater Authority manage it for them.
Mayor Griffith reminded us the Tivoli Community Yard Sale is this weekend and the Tivoli Community Day is scheduled for Aug. 5.
We're now holding our weekly meetings at Murray's in Tivoli. Come join us every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.
The Red Hook Rotary welcomed Dick Wambach as our guest speaker on Tuesday, July 11. Dick provided an overview of the great work that the Economic Development Committee (EDC) provides to our local communities. The committee's mission is to support and retain existing businesses, to foster the expansion of commerce and to enhance the community and quality of life. The committee makes recommendations to our town board supervisor for review/consideration by the town board.
Dick also provided an update on the renovation work that is being done at the Red Hook VFW. Renovations are planned to be completed by July 21st. They are asking the community to "TO PAY IT FORWARD" with your donation to have a top-of-the-line BANQUET HALL suitable for the next several decades as we plan continued participation as a sustainable and viable member of our beautiful Red Hook, Hudson Valley community!
If you're interested in making a donation please visit the link below.
Next weekend on RadioRotary: Keeping seniors in their homes Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, July 8th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, July 9th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Anne Bruekner and Nina Lynch about keeping seniors in their homes.
We had the installation of officers today. District Governor Lou Turpin swore in our officers. Incoming president Tim Lynch presented outgoing president Bud Weaver a set of engraved Rotary coasters to thank him for his year of service. We welcomed guests youth exchange students Momona from Japan, Anna from Italy and Fiona who is going to Denmark and our special guest, Linda Greenblatt's granddaughter Samantha! (photos by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, July 1st at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, July 2d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Physiotherapist John Roger about pain management.
A grand time was had by our Rotary International Convention contingent of Susan Simon and Jonah Triebwasser in Atlanta, Georgia. The general and breakout sessions were very inspirational and informative. Susan was on a breakout panel entitled "Welcoming the LGBTQ Community to the family of Rotary." Over 200 Rotarians attended this standing room only presentation.
Meanwhile, the RadioRotary team of Sarah O'Connell, Jonah Triebwasser and Dave and Kathy Kruger was out in force at the 2017 Rotary International Convention in Atlanta Georgia. In addition to an exclusive interview with Rotary International President John Germ, we spoke with over 50 Rotarians from all over the world on such diverse topics as: Youth Exchange, blood donations, affordable prosthetic limbs, rescuing chimpanzees and clean water among other topics.
The convention shows will be broadcast throughout the Summer.
The award-winning RadioRotary can be heard on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/ and on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. on WBPM 92.9 FM or http://www.wbpmfm.com/ and at 9:30 a.m. on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/ . Listen to all previous programs at www.radiorotary.org or on your MP3 player via iTunes at http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radiorotary/id39731680
Be sure to register for the 2018 Toronto convention. You will have a great time!
This weekend on RadioRotary: Preventing elder abuse Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, May 27th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 28th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Dana Pavlock and Susan Davidson about preventing elder abuse.
Red Hook Rotary was recognized by Rotary District 7210 at the recent District Conference for accomplishments in the area of membership growth, foundation support and leadership achievements. President-elect Tim Lynch accepted the awards at the Mohonk Mountain House where the conference was being held.
Tim presented the awards to the club. The membership award was given to Dave Wright (center) for sponsoring our new members this year.
Our Youth Exchange student, Momona, shared some information about her home in Japan and her experiences here in the United States while she spoke at the 2017 Rotary DIstrict 7210 District Conference at the Mohonk Mountain House.
Our Interact club was recognized at the Rotary District 7210 Annual Conference for being ShelterBox heroes. The high school service group has endowed ShelterBoxes for a number of years.
The ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and vital supplies to support communities around the world overwhelmed by disaster and humanitarian crisis.
Shown in the photo, from left to right are: Red Hook Rotary Secretary Judge Jonah Triebwasser, Red Hook Rotary President- Elect Tim Lynch, P.E., Interact member and Youth Exchange Student Momona from Japan, District Youth Exchange Committee Inbound Chair Christine Chale, Esq., and Rev. Fred Cartier.
We were the studio audience for a taping of RadioRotary. Dave Wright, Linda Greenblatt and Susan Simon talked about Apple Blossom Day and Chris Chale spoke on Youth Exchange. The show will air May 6th and 7th.
Shown in the photo, from left to right are: RadioRotary co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser and Sarah O'Connell, Apple Blossom chair Dave Wright and Red Hook Rotary President Bud Weaver.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, April 29th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, April 30th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM and 92.5FM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian and Lt. Col. Carole Voisey about the work of the Salvation Army.
The Red Hook Rotary Club welcomed guest speaker Abram Kaplan of Yin Fit Studios in the Chocolate Factory in Red Hook to their recent breakfast meeting. Mr. Kaplan spoke about the use of personal trainers for fitness and good health. Shown from left to right are President Bud Weaver, Mr. Kaplan and speaker host Rev. Michael Shafer.
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Black Star Social (formerly Bread and Bottle) at the corner of East Market Street and South Broadway. Visitors are welcomed.
Red Hook Rotary had a great time on Saturday, April 1, 2017 with the Rotary District's 7210's youth exchange students from Spain, Taiwan, Japan, Italy, Brazil and France at "Aladdin" on Broadway in NYC. Thanks to chaperones Christine Chale and Jonah Triebwasser.
Our guest speakers were Nina Lynch and Anne Brueckner of Rhinebeck @ Home, who spoke to us about the joys of "aging in place," seniors staying in their homes by neighbors helping neighbors. (photo by Rev Fred Cartier)
The Red Hook Rotary Club welcomed three new members at their recent breakfast meeting.
Shown in the photograph are: Rotary District Governor Lou Turpin, member sponsor Dave Wright, new members, Rebecca Kent and Anthony Place of Trustco Bank, new member Theresa Reed of Dell Computers and Rotary President Bud Weaver.
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday morning at 7:30 AM at the Black Star Social (formerly Bread and Bottle) at the corner of East Market Street and South Broadway in the center of Red Hook. Visitors are welcomed. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
The Red Hook Rotary Club welcomed guest speaker Denise George, RN, President & CEO of Northern Dutchess Hospital to their recent breakfast meeting. Ms. George spoke to us about the expansion of the hospital and about the future of health care in the Hudson Valley.
Shown from left to right are Red Hook Rotary President Bud Weaver, Ms. George and speaker host Rob Latimer of Northern Dutchess Paramedics. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Northern Dutchess Hospital President & CEO Denise George
This weekend on RadioRotary:
Preparing for Disasters
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, February 25th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, February 26th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM, WLNA 1420AM or Real Country 92.5FM http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Lt. Tom Frost and Lt. Brett White of the New York National Guard about preparing for disasters.
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts where you develop your skills as a leader while having fun and making connections.
Connect with leaders in your community and around the world to:
Build communication and problem-solving skills
Discover strategies for becoming a dynamic leader in your school or community
Learn from community leaders, inspirational speakers, and peer mentors
Unlock your potential to turn motivation into action
A little rain didn't stop intrepid Red Hook residents from enjoying Apple Blossom Day. Our thanks to our loyal vendors, attendees and Rotarians who made a damp day a success! For more photos, click here: http://redhookrotaryclub.org/PhotoAlbums/2017-apple-blossom-day
RED HOOK ROTARY SEEKS STUDENTS FOR
2017 SCHOLARSHIPS
The Red Hook Rotary Club and Red Hook Rotary Foundation are pleased to announce that the Foundation will award two scholarships of $1,000 each to students planning to attend an accredited college, university or vocational school.
Each applicant must be a graduating senior and a legal resident of the Red Hook Central School District, Pine Plains School District or Germantown Central School District. It is expected that one scholarship will be awarded to a student attending a four year college and one scholarship may be awarded to a student attending an accredited vocational or community college program.
Application forms may be obtained from the Guidance Office at your high school. Completed applications MUST be mailed to RED HOOK ROTARY CLUB, Post Office Box 88, Red Hook, NY 12571. ATTN: LINDA GREENBLATT, by APRIL 3, 2017. For more information, please contact Linda Greenblatt at (845) 758-8361 or lindag@hvi.net.
Rotary International is a volunteer organization of business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service and help to build goodwill and peace in the world. Rotary International’s focus areas include polio eradication, peace, humanitarian projects, literacy, and water management. Learn more at www.rotary.org. Learn more about the Red Hook Rotary Club at www.redhookrotaryclub.org.
Members of our Red Hook Interact Club present Rotary District Governor Louis Turpin with a check to endow another Shelterbox to house a family in a natural disaster somewhere in the world.
We had two guest speakers this week. Kingston Sunrise Rotarian Barbara Cohen spoke about their fundraiser selling candy to support scholarships for students at risk. Many boxes of candy were sold to our members.
Our own Emily Fox is back safe and sound from India and gave us a short report on her work there teaching children. She will present a more extensive report with photos at a later date.
Shown left to right are: President Bud Weaver, Barbara Cohen, Emily Fox and speaker host Susan Ezrati.
Rotary and the U.N. Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, February 4th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, February 5th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we speak with Rotarians from around the world at Rotary United Nations Day
While we were canceling our breakfast last week due to an ice storm, Burt Fraleigh and Rev. Fred Cartier met for their annual make-up meeting in Mexico where they report it was sunny and in the 80’s!
Rotary and the U.N. Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, January 21st at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, January 22d at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we speak with Rotarians from around the world at Rotary United Nations Day
The Red Hook Rotary Club welcomed Dr. George Verrilli and Ken Giek to their recent breakfast meeting. Dr. Verrilli and Mr. Giek spoke about the new Red Hook Community Center. The center plans to offer after-school programs to youth to keep them out of trouble and off of drugs. Also planned are programs for seniors, a gymnasium and a wellness center.
Shown in the photograph, left to right, are: Speaker host Linda Greenblatt, Ken Giek, Dr. George Verrilli and Rotary President Bud Weaver.
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Black Star Social (formerly Bread and Bottle) at the corner of East Market Street and South Broadway. Visitors are welcomed.
Our meeting this week: Tuesday, January 10th - 7:30 a.m. - Black Star Social (Corner of South Broadway and East Market Street) - Our guest will be Dr. George Verrilli who will speak to us about the new Red Hook Community Center; Greeter: Linda Greenblatt; Sgt. at Arms: Barry Ramage.
This weekend on RadioRotary: Your Library in Your Life Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, January 14th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, January 15th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Librarian Rebbeka Smith Aldrich about the great offerings in your local library.
Our guest speaker was Hellena Schiavo, Assistant Production Manager at the Fisher Center at Bard who spoke to us about the backstage workings of the theater complex. Shown in the photo, left to right, are: Rotary President Bud Weaver, Ms. Schiavo and speaker host Rev. Fred Cartier (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, January 7th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, January 8th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarians Susan Davis and Bill Bassett about Rotary's Ambassadorial program.
This weekend on RadioRotary: End of Life Decisions Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 31st at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, January 1st at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Laurie Schwartz and Linda Carre about making end of life decisions at the Death Cafe.
Congratulations to Red Hook Rotary Club past-president Rob Latimer on his marriage to Christy L. Cocker. Our Secretary, the Hon. Jonah Triebwasser, officiated.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 24th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 25th at 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Pastor Rosie Andrews about helping teens stay out of trouble.
Our guest speaker was Lisa Murray chair of the Red Hook High School post-prom party. Lisa spoke about the great success that the post-prom party has been for more than 25 years. Left to right: Speaker host Dave Wright, Lisa Murray and President Bud Weaver. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
This weekend on RadioRotary: New Year's Eve Millbrook
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 17th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 18th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/ ) when we talk with Rotarian Joyce Heaton about New Year's Eve Millbrook.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 10th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 11th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/ ) when we talk with Barbara Sanchez and the great work of therapy dogs.
This weekend on RadioRotary: End of Life Decisions at the Death Cafe Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, December 3d at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, December 4th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Laurie Schwartz and Linda Carre about making end of life decisions at the Death Cafe.
Our guest speaker was our YEX student Momona, who spoke about her life in Japan. In the top photo are Momona, her English coach Serina Winchell and President Bud Weaver, In the bottom photo are Momona and our YEX team of David Wright, Gale Wolfe, Christine Chale, Tim Lynch with President Bud. (photos by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Red Hook Rotary's Interact youth service club had a great time at Rotary U.N. Day. Thanks to chaperones Judge Jonah Triebwasser, Christine Chale, Linda Greenblatt and Gale Wolfe.
We were part of the studio audience for a taping of RadioRotary. Red Hook resident Barbara Sanchez spoke about her work with Buster the therapy dog. The show will air on December 10th and 11th. Shown, left to right, are RadioRotary co-host Jonah Triebwasser, President Bud Weaver, Barbra Sanchez and RadioRotary co-host Sarah O'Connell (photo by Carl Dodwen).
Red Hook Rotary was honored by the Rotary International Foundation for 100% participation in the "Every Rotarian Every Year" program, wherein every Red Hook Rotarian made a contribution to the good works of the Rotary Foundation. Club Secretary Jonah Triebwasser accepted the award for the club at the Foundation Brunch held at the Hotel Thayer at the United State Military Academy at West Point.
Our guest this week was Red Hook resident Lisa Loughran, retired captain of the New York State Police, who spoke to us about opportunities for community service in Red Hook. Photo, left to right, Vice-President Linda Greenblatt, Speaker Host Susan Simon and Lisa Loughran. (Photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Nearly 100 family, friends and Red Hook neighbors had a great time at our 2016 Citizen of the Year dinner honoring environmentalist and community volunteer Laurie Husted. Laurie was honored for her many years of bringing sustainability to Red Hook homes and businesses. Laurie was presented with many resolutions from Federal, State and local governmental entities, as well as an honorary membership in the Red Hook Rotary Club.
This weekend on RadioRotary: Rotary's Conquest of Polio
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, October 22d at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, October 23d at 5:55 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian Kathy Kruger about Rotary's Conquest of Polio.
Our guest speaker was Ranger Shannon Butler of the National Park Service who gave a fascinating talk on Eleanor Roosevelt and the civil rights movement. Show in the photo are Vice-President Linda Greenblatt, Ranger Butler and Speaker host Barry Ramage. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, November 19th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, November 20th at 6:30 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Heather Iannucci and Sydney the Kangaroo about the Two by Two Zoo.
RadioRotary welcomed Sydney the Kangaroo to our studios with his special friend Heather Iannucci of the Two by Two Zoo. Sydney is shown being prepped for his interview by Producer Kathy Kruger, interviewed by Co-Host Jonah Triebwasser and given a studio tour by engineer Jay Verzi. The show will air November 19th & 20th.
The Red Hook Rotary Club has named environmentalist and community volunteer Laurie Husted as their Citizen of the Year for 2016.
Ms. Husted has been active in various energy efficiency projects throughout Red Hook including the popular 10% challenge whereby Red Hook residents were encouraged to reduce their energy consumption by 10%.
The 16th Annual Rotary Citizen of the Year dinner honoring Laurie Husted will be Tuesday, October 25, 2016, 6:15 pm at the Red Hook Firehouse Community Room. Tickets are $45.00 per person ($20 is tax deductible). A limited number of tickets will be available at the door, first come, first served. To reserve, email Carl Dowden at cdowden@hvc.rr.com or call 845-758-5386.
Past recipients of the Citizen of the year honor include Retired Town Clerk Margaret Doty, former Town Supervisor Bob Bowman and the Reverend Fred Cartier.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, October 8th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, October 9th at 5:55 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Chief Daniel Waage of the Town of Lloyd Police Department about community policing.
Our speaker was Ellen Haggerty of the Pleasant Valley, NY Rotary Club. Ellen is the chairperson of Rotarians for Hearing, Rotary Action Group. Rotarians for Hearing encourage Rotarians and others in Rotary who are passionate about helping children and adults with hearing loss in their communities and around the world reach their potential. Ellen mentioned that there are many devices available to assist the hearing impaired beyond ear hearing aids. She demonstrated a wireless speaker system that produced very clear sound. Using an app on your smart phone along with a pair of earbuds Ellen showed members how they could connect with her wireless system. Ellen was instrumental in getting closed captioning on the large screen during Rotary International Convention sessions. She also makes sure that the personal listening devices that are used at the convention sessions for translation in to other languages includes English for hearing impaired attendees. Rotarians for Hearing have submitted a proposal for a Rotary Global Grant to fund an infant hearing loss testing and treatment program in Guatemala. More information about Rotarians for Hearing can be found on their website www.ifrahl.org. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Our Red Hook Rotary Interact high school service club did a great job at Hardscrabble Day sharing information and doing fundraising for Shelterbox. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Our guest speaker was District Governor Lou Turpin who joined us at the Hotel Tivoli for his official visit. Lou spoke about upcoming district events and the assistance the district can give our club in a variety of areas. Lou was accompanied by AG Cindie Kish. (Video by Rev. Fred Cartier)
Rotary Means Business encourages Rotarians to support the success of their fellow Rotarians by doing business with them, and by referring others to them.
Our guest speaker was State Senator Sue Serino who spoke on issues in the upcoming election. Shown in the photo are Rotary President Bud Weaver and Senator Sue Serino. Former State Senator Terry Gipson spoke at an earlier meeting.
Our youth exchange student Momona from Japan and her exchange sister Lizzie spent the day in Albany at the NYS Museum, learning about New York, then went shopping at the Crossgates Mall.
Momona and Lizzie enjoying the vintage carousel at the NYS Museum. (photos by Jonah Triebwasser)
A great time was had by all at our annual Baxter's Bash picnic. Welcome to Rotary our two new members Cathy Martin Baiardi and Emily Fox, as well as our YEX student Momona from Japan. Thank you to all of our guests, especially District Governor Lou Turpin and Past District Governor Nick Constantino, for joining us. Congratulations to our latest Paul Harris Fellows: Bud Weaver, David Wright and Judge Jonah Triebwasser. Your generous support of Rotary makes miracles happen!
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, September 3d at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, September 4th at 5:55 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian Kathy Kruger about the Pleasant Valley Days festival.
Our guest speaker was former State Senator Terry Gipson who spoke on issues in the upcoming election. Shown in the photo are Terry Gipson and Rotary President Bud Weaver. State Senator Sue Serino has been invited to come to a future meeting.
We were delighted to have a visit from our Assistant Governor Cindie Kish shown here with President Bud Weaver (photos by Rev. Fred Cartier.)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, August 27th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, August 28th at 5:55 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian John Kelly about the solving the transportation needs of seniors.
Our guest speakers were two of the three Red Hook High School sophomores (soon to be juniors) who attended the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards conference at the end of June. Syr, Katelin and Colin attended the conference. Colin was on vacation this week and unfortunately could not be with us this morning. Syr and Katelin both said it was a great experience attending RYLA. Both girls mentioned that they did not get placed in the activity group of their choice which made them feel uneasy and out of their comfort zone. Katelin wanted to be in the engineering group, but was placed in the skit/comedy group. Syr wanted to be in the graduation planning group, but was placed in the chorus. They learned the importance of working together on a team or in a group. They learned members of the team or group have different personalities and play different roles, but every member is important to the team as a whole. Both felt it was a growth experience for them. (Shown left to right: Speaker host Linda Greenblatt, Syr, Katelin and Rotary President Bud Weaver; photo by Rev. Fred Cartier.)
Our guest speakers were Paul Higgins and Will Stanley of WKZE-FM who talked about the history and operations of Red Hook's local radio station. Shown in the photo are Paul Higgins, Rotary President Bud Weaver, Will Stanley and Speaker Host David Wright (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier.)
This weekend on RadioRotary: Rotary Helping Humanity
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, July 30th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, August 1st at 5:55 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Dr. Tam Mustapha of the Kinderhook TriVillage Rotary Club about how the Rotary Foundation helps humanity.
Our guest speaker will be Paul Higgins, Sales Manager and on-air personality at WKZE 98.1 FM. Visitors are welcome. Tuesday, July 26, 2016 - 7:30 a.m. - Bread & Bottle Restaurant.
A grand time was had by all at the Rotary District 7210 fun-raiser at the Renegades Baseball Game at Dutchess Stadium. Red Hook Rotary was represented by Immediate Past-President Susan Simon (and her family) and Secretary Jonah Triebwasser. (photos: Lou Turpin and Beth Jones)
Red Hook Rotary welcomed two guest speakers to our recent breakfast meeting, Tom Ojwang of Mbwara University in Uganda and Rosalie Cartier. Tom spoke about a possible international project Red Hook Rotary could get involved with in Uganda. Rosalie, a registered nurse, spoke about the need for staying physically and mentally active in retirement as the key to aging gracefully.
Shown above are speaker host Rev. Fred Cartier, Rosalie Cartier, RN, President Bud Weaver, Professor Ojwang and speak host Linda Greenblatt
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Bread and Bottle restaurant at the corner of South Broadway and East Market Streets in Red Hook. Visitors are welcome.
David Wright was recognized by the Red Hook Rotary club as their 2015 - 2016 Rotarian of the Year for his outstanding work as chair of the Apple Blossom Day community festival. Immediate Past-President Susan Simon presented David with a plaque commemorating his achievement.
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Bread and Bottle restaurant at the corner of South Broadway and East Market Streets in Red Hook. Visitors are welcome.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, July 16th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, July 17th at 6:00 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarian Majorie Keith and Interact Teen Robert Salerno about Rotary's partnership with 4H.
(photo, left to right: RadioRotary co-host Jonah Triebwasser, Robert Salerno, Marjorie Keith and RadioRotary co-host Sarah O'Connell. Photo by Kathy Kruger.)
The Red Hook Rotary Club has elected new officers for 2016 - 2017. They are, left to right: President Bud Weaver, President-Elect Gale Wolfe, Immediate Past-President Susan Simon, Vice-President Linda Greenblatt, Treasurer Tim Lynch, P.E. and Secretary Judge Jonah Triebwasser.
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Bread and Bottle restaurant at the corner of South Broadway and East Market Streets in Red Hook. Visitors are welcome.
Red Hook Rotary honored Rotarians for perfect attendance at their recent breakfast meeting. Shown in the photo, left to right, are:
Judge Jonah Triebwasser (10 years), Bud Weaver (43 years), Susan Simon (4 years), Christine Chale, Esq. (5 years), Carl Dowden (29 years) and Tim Lynch. P.E. (2 years).
The Red Hook Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Bread and Bottle restaurant at the corner of South Broadway and East Market Streets in Red Hook. Visitors are welcome.
This weekend on RadioRotary: Solar Power for Your Home
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, July 2d at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, July 3d at 6:00 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with John Wackman of Solarize Hudson Valley about solar power for your home.
Our High School Interact Club was recognized for once again being ShelterBox heroes. Through their fund raising efforts, they endowed another $1,000.00 ShelterBox for a family displaced by a natural disaster. ShelterBox aid is tailored to a disaster but typically includes a disaster relief tent for a family, thermal blankets and groundsheets, water storage and purification equipment, solar lamps, cooking utensils, a basic tool kit, mosquito nets and children’s activity pack.
Shown in the photo are: President Simon presenting the ShelterBox Hero award to Interact co-president Abby Foster. (photo: Jonah Triebwasser)
We awarded our high school senior scholarship to some outstanding local students. Shown left to right are: scholarship chair Linda Greenblatt, Jinnessa Valez of Germantown High School, Rotary President Susan Simon, Patrick Comerford of Red Hook High School, and Abby Foster of Red Hook High School. (photo: Jonah Triebwasser)
We were delighted to welcome back our 2009 exchange student from France, Sidone Kerballac, who made instant friends with this year's French exchange student Raphaelle. Sadly, we have to say "Au Revoir" to Raph who is going home on Tuesday. It was a great year having you Raph and be sure to come back and visit! Shown in the photo are youth exchange committee member David Wright, Sid, Raph and youth exchange committee member Christine Chale. (photo: Jonah Triebwasser)
Congratulations to our Public Relations Chair Jonah Triebwasser and photographer Rev. Fred Cartier! Thanks to their efforts our club was recognized with a Gold Award by Rotary District 7210. Shown in the photograph is Publicity chair Jonah Triebwasser and President Susan Simon. (photo: Gale Wolfe.)
This weekend on RadioRotary: Caring for Our Seniors
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, June 25th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, June 26th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420AM or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we speak with Rhinebeck Rotarians Carolyn Bernitt and Brian Zeiden about the expansion of senior services at the Community at Brookmeade.
The award-winning RadioRotary can be heard on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/ and on Sundays at 7:25 a.m. on WBPM 92.9 FM or http://www.wbpmfm.com/ and at 9:30 a.m. on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 AM or http://www.realcountryhv.com/ . Listen to all previous programs at www.radiorotary.org or on your MP3 player via iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radiorotary-podcast-feed/id397316801?mt=2
(photo of Carolyn Bernitt and Brian Zeiden by Jonah Triebwasser)
Our guest speaker today was Red Hook Town Supervisor Robert McKeon who gave us an update on Town projects and governance.Shown are Supervisor McKeon, Rotary Vice President Linda Greenblatt and speaker host Gale Wolfe. (photos: Rev. Fred Cartier and Jonah Triebwasser)
This morning on RadioRotary: The Road Back From Drug Addiction
Tune in to RadioRotary Sunday, June 19th at 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Shayna Micucci and Kasandra Quednau of the Route 212 coalition about the road back from drug addiction.
Our special guest was District Governor Nick Constantino who presented President Susan Simon with a Presidential Citation for our outstanding work during the year. We were one of only three clubs of the 59 in the district to earn a Presidential Citation.
In addition to DG Nick, we welcomed last year's YEX student Garn, this year's YEX student Raphaelle and Assistant Governor Cindie Kitch. (photos: Jonah Triebwasser)
This weekend on RadioRotary: Live Theater in the Hudson Valley
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, June 11th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, June 12th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420AM orhttp://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rhinebveck Rotarian Lou Trapani about live theater in the Hudson Valley.
Today on RadioRotary: Walkway Over the Hudson Marathon
Tune in to RadioRotary Sunday, June 5th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420AM or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Kathy Smith about the Walkway Over the Hudson Marathon.
A good time was had by all at our Red Hook Interact Club's Ultimate Frisbee Tournament. Thanks to chaperones Hon. Jonah Triebwasser, Dave Wright, Bud Weaver, Dave Wright and Gale Wolfe.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, May 28th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 29th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420AM or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Rotarians David Wilson and Nan Gil-Wilson about the Goshen Rotary Club and their upcoming "Goshen's Got Talent" show.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, May 14th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 15th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we learn about the Greater Newburgh Rotary Club's "Taste of Newburgh."
(In photo, left to right, are RadioRotary co-host Jonah Triebwasser, Greater Newburgh Rotarians Debbie Jackson, Allie Sacks and Bob McCurdy and RadioRotary co-host Sarah O'Connell. photo by Kathy Kruger.)
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, April 30th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, May 1st at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we learn about Red Hook Rotary's great Apple Blossom Day!
We had a very successful YEX weekend in NYC led by Chris Chale and Gale Wolfe. Our exchange students enjoyed a trip to Albany Friday, New York City Saturday (including a stop at the Brooklyn Bridge and seeing the show "School of Rock" and a delicious brunch with Rotarians on Sunday.
Speaking of YEX students, last year's incoming student, Garnn from Thialand, will be visiting in Red Hook for several weeks this Summer. We look forward to welcoming her back!
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, April 23rd at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, April 24th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420AM or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk about addressing addiction with family and friends.
Shown in the photo are RadioRotary co-host Sarah O'Connell, Steve Pressman of Mid-Hudson Addiction Recovery Centers, Rotarian Laurie Quinn and RadioRotary co-host Jonah Triebwasser.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, April 16th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, April 17th at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQAM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Chrystal Snow-Hebel about the Faith House home for unwed mothers.
This weekend on RadioRotary: Your Chamber of Commerce
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, April 2nd at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or http://www.wtbq.com/) and Sunday, April 3d at 7:25 a.m. (on WBPM 92.9 FM or http:// www.wbpmfm.com/) and 9:30 a.m. (on WGHQ 920AM, WBNR 1260AM and WLNA 1420 AM or http://www.realcountryhv.com/) when we talk with Kim McGrath on your chamber of Commerce. The show was taped at the meeting of the Red Hook Rotary Club.
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April 30, 2019 was a Fifth Tuesday event at Cancun’s in Red Hook from 5:30 to 7pm. Members were encouraged to bring a guest. There was no formal program, just good conversation, good food, and good company. Photos above of the event taken by Fred Cartier. Fifteen Rotarians attended. Including spouses we were a group of 17!
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Our speaker this week was Franceska Macsali-Urbin, Site Manager for the Franklin D. Roosevelt Home and Museum and Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-kill national historic sites in Hyde Park. In recognition of Women’s History Month, Franceska’s presentation was “Eleanor Roosevelt: The Evolution of a Woman Activist”. The presentation was very enlightening and
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Our speaker this week was our own Jennifer VanVoorhis (shown with club president Barry Ramage.) Jen discussed the importance of a “financial physical”. She highlighted the magic of compound interest – using the rule of 72 to illustrate the power of investing to magnify assets. She works for Primerica Financial Services. She noted that compounding works adversely for unpaid debt and that the concept could be applied positively to generating new membership as well!
Our guest speajker this week was Juliet Harrison who gave us a history of the artist gallery and other exhibits that she has founded and then set free in Red Hook. Her first endeavor was in Tivoli. There she set up the Tivoli Artist Coop, with the generosity of Martin Clarke the owner of the building who offered a low rent to help the enterprise get started. She then spent some time working with the Red Hook Chamber of Commerce – headed at the time by Ed Pruit – promoting writers, theater and Dance. A little later, she worked with a group of artists to create a can opener at the FireHouse in Red Hook. CAN is an anagram for Cooperative Artists Network. These efforts included activities with the schools and identified some special world renowned artists in the community including, Brice Marden, Travis Louis, Lisa Donnelly and author Carol Goodman. More recently, seeing the large number of unrented buildings in Red Hook’s center (following the Real Estate downturn nationwide) the Red Hook Can group shifted strategies by putting Pop Up Galleries in the unrented spaces, drawing attention to the spaces and in many instances resulting in permanent businesses taking over the space. She is a real friend to Red Hook. Shown in the photo are club president Barry Ramage, speaker host Susan Ezrati and 
Red Hook Rotary was represented as the RadioRotary team was out in force at Cappola's to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Pleasant Valley Rotary club. Shown left to right are Highland Rotarian Anthony Marmo, RadioRotary business manager; Red Hook Rotarian Jonah Triebwasser, RadioRotary co-host; Ellen Triebwasser, RadioRotary board member; Pleasant Valley Rotarian David Kruger, RadioRotary substitute co-host; Pleasant Valley Rotarian Kathy Kruger, RadioRotary producer; and Millbrook Rotarian Sarah O'Connell Claitor, RadioRotary co-host..JPG)
Our guest speaker this week was former Red Hook High School principal Peter Lawson. Peter showed the club maps of the Red Hook School District and then riveted us with a detailed history of how the consolidated district was created from myriad small districts and how individual properties came to be part of the district..JPG)
Our guest speaker this week, Marc Molinaro, was introduced as “soccer coach”, youngest mayor in America, gubernatorial candidate, assemblyman and now Dutchess County Executive. Marc reviewed his seven years in office, noting some of his proudest achievements. He noted that the county’s fiscal position is much improved its bond rating is the highest in the state, The county’s improved economic status has been led by strong growth in tourism. The county has undertaken new initiatives in natural resource protection, protecting over 3000 acres of farmland. Bridges are being refurbished through.out the county, and mental health services have been substantially increased and improved. 
Our guest speaker this week was Jackie Reynolds, know more popularly as Bee Bee the Clown and Jackie the Magician. Jackie shared the history of her performing career and share some of her puppetry and ventriloquist skills with our members. Shown are speaker host Rev. Fred Cartier and Jackie Reynolds.
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Our outbound exchange student to Denmark, Fiona Seabrook, has returned from a great year and was our guest speaker. She showed a power point with photographs of the highlights of her stay overseas. Shown in the photo, from left to right, are: Club President Barry Ramage, YEX Officer Christine Chale, proud mom Patricia Seabrook, Fiona's sister (and future exchange student, perhaps?) Nuala Seabrook and YEX student Fiona Seabrook. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Our speaker this week was club member Rev. Michael Shafer. Michael’s talk was based around “this time of the year”. He spoke about “character....character virtues as opposed to resume virtues”. He referred to and read some passages from David Brooks’ book “The Road to Character”. Michael suggested we all need to build and improve our character virtues. As Rotarians we inherently have good character virtues as we live by our 4 Way Test and Service Above Self motto. Thank you Michael for your inspiring words. (photos by Jonah Triebwasser)
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Member Rob Latimer shared with us this beautiful painting that he obtained while in Belize. The artist is Oscar Ulin who can't use his hands, so he paints with his mouth. Come see him on Saturdays at the San Ignacio Market. If you are not vacationing in Belize soon, watch this video of Oscar at 
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Our guest speaker this week was attorney Kyle Steller of Mackey, Butts and Wise, who spoke on such Elder Law topics as powers of attorney, heath care proxies, living wills and estate planning. Shown. in the photograph, from left to right, are: speaker host Rev. Michael Shafer, Klye Steller and club president Tim Lynch. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser)
Our guest speaker this week was Bill McCormick of Digital Sales who told us about the business advantages of the Linkedin social media network. Bill showed the assembled Rotarians and guests how to make a Linkedin site "value-centric" to reveal how you can benefit clients.
This week, we welcomed Cleo Post, Founder of Rainbow Body Yoga. They are a community yoga space offering daily yoga classes, workshops, teacher trainings, and more including restorative yoga, vinyasa, yoga basics, power flow, aerial yoga, Qi Gong, and chakra flow. We had a great demonstration of a relaxation technique that no doubt our fellow Rotarians will be practicing to keep us centered. 
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Our guest speaker this week was our own international exchange student Mercedes who spoke about her life at home in Spain. We were treated to a delightful video and power point presentation that Mercedes produced. Mercedes is shown with Club President Tim Lynch and YEX Officer Christine Chale.
Our own Rev. Fred Cartier was the speaker this week. He gave an interesting talk about planning for retirement. Not so much from a financial standpoint, but from an emotional standpoint. He said one day you are going to leave your job...what are you going to do the next day?
Our guest speaker was Red Hook Attorney Jason Foscolo, Esq., who spoke with us about food and agricultural law. Shown in the photo are club president Tim Lynch, Mr. Foscolo and speaker host Susan Simon (photo by Jonah Triebwasser).
Our YEX Exchange student, Mercedes from Spain, and her friend Abigail spent the morning at the New York State Museum learning about New York's natural resources and history. They then had lunch and a shopping excursion at the Crossgates Mall. Chaperones were our club secretary, Judge Jonah Triebwasser, and his wife, Ellen.
We had two guest speakers at this week’s meeting! From left to right, speaker host David Wright welcomed Lauren Arcomano, Executive Director of the new Red Hook Community Center, while Career and Life Coach Peter Heyman was welcomed by speaker host Barry Ramage. Looking on is our President Tim Lynch. Ms. Arcomano told us about the many interesting programs offered at the center. Mr. Heyman gave an inspiration talk about achieving our greatest potential. (photo by Jonah Triebwasser) 
A good time was had by all at our sold out 2017 Citizen of the Year Dinner honoring outstanding community volunteer Brenda Cagle. Photos of this great event can be found at: 
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Red Hook Rotary welcomed Cari Wilkins-Bates of Scenic Hudson to our meeting. Scenic Hudson preserves land and farms and creates parks that connect people with the inspirational power of the Hudson River, while fighting threats to the river and natural resources that are the foundation of the valley's prosperity. To date they have created or enhanced more than 65 parks, preserves and historic sites up and down the Hudson River and conserved nearly 40,000 acres. Of which Red Hook has benefited with the Poets' Walk - 120 acres; two decades of farmland protection including seven working farms here in Red Hook totaling over 1,000 acres. They are sponsoring the upcoming Farmland Cycling Tour scheduled on September 16 starting at Poets Walk park with routes of 10, 25 and 45 miles that will enable riders to pedal through the beautiful rolling countryside of Dutchess and Columbia counties. To learn more about Scenic Hudson visit: http://www.scenichudson.org/
The Cartier family enjoys Grandpa Fred's cooking.
The newly formed satellite club of Hopkins is going to raise the money needed to repair the park and add lighting, bringing the park up to safety standards and creating a village-center focal point for children to play and socialize.
Artist Oscar Ulin has limited use of his hands due to polio, and paints at the San Ignacio market using his mouth to hold the brush. I will have one of his works back from the framer shortly.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, August 26th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or 
District Governor Jim Damiani made his official visit to our club today. He was introduced by Region 3 Assistant Governor Rose Shaffer..JPG)
During his journeys across Alaska and Western Canada, our secretary, Hon. Jonah Triebwasser stopped by Rotary Hall in Calgary's Heritage Park.
Mayor Griffith reminded us the Tivoli Community Yard Sale is this weekend and the Tivoli Community Day is scheduled for Aug. 5.
Tune in to RadioRotary on Saturday, July 8th at 11:30 a.m. (on WTBQ 93.5 FM and 1110AM or 
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We had the installation of officers today. District Governor Lou Turpin swore in our officers. Incoming president Tim Lynch presented outgoing president Bud Weaver a set of engraved Rotary coasters to thank him for his year of service. We welcomed guests youth exchange students Momona from Japan, Anna from Italy and Fiona who is going to Denmark and our special guest, Linda Greenblatt's granddaughter Samantha! (photos by Rev. Fred Cartier)
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Red Hook Rotary was recognized by Rotary District 7210 at the recent District Conference for accomplishments in the area of membership growth, foundation support and leadership achievements. President-elect Tim Lynch accepted the awards at the Mohonk Mountain House where the conference was being held.
Our Interact club was recognized at the Rotary District 7210 Annual Conference for being ShelterBox heroes. The high school service group has endowed ShelterBoxes for a number of years.
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Rotarians Explore Good Health and Fitness
Red Hook Rotary had a great time on Saturday, April 1, 2017 with the Rotary District's 7210's youth exchange students from Spain, Taiwan, Japan, Italy, Brazil and France at "Aladdin" on Broadway in NYC. Thanks to chaperones Christine Chale and Jonah Triebwasser.
A little rain didn't stop intrepid Red Hook residents from enjoying Apple Blossom Day. Our thanks to our loyal vendors, attendees and Rotarians who made a damp day a success! For more photos, click here: 
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Our guest speaker was Lisa Murray chair of the Red Hook High School post-prom party. Lisa spoke about the great success that the post-prom party has been for more than 25 years. Left to right: Speaker host Dave Wright, Lisa Murray and President Bud Weaver. (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier)
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Red Hook Rotary's Interact youth service club had a great time at Rotary U.N. Day. Thanks to chaperones Judge Jonah Triebwasser, Christine Chale, Linda Greenblatt and Gale Wolfe.
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A great time was had by all at our annual Baxter's Bash picnic. Welcome to Rotary our two new members Cathy Martin Baiardi and Emily Fox, as well as our YEX student Momona from Japan. Thank you to all of our guests, especially District Governor Lou Turpin and Past District Governor Nick Constantino, for joining us. Congratulations to our latest Paul Harris Fellows: Bud Weaver, David Wright and Judge Jonah Triebwasser. Your generous support of Rotary makes miracles happen!
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Our guest speakers were Paul Higgins and Will Stanley of WKZE-FM who talked about the history and operations of Red Hook's local radio station. Shown in the photo are Paul Higgins, Rotary President Bud Weaver, Will Stanley and Speaker Host David Wright (photo by Rev. Fred Cartier.)
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We were delighted to welcome back our 2009 exchange student from France, 
Congratulations to our Public Relations Chair Jonah Triebwasser and photographer Rev. Fred Cartier! Thanks to their efforts our club was recognized with a Gold Award by Rotary District 7210. Shown in the photograph is Publicity chair Jonah Triebwasser and President Susan Simon. (photo: Gale Wolfe.)
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We had a very successful YEX weekend in NYC led by Chris Chale and Gale Wolfe. Our exchange students enjoyed a trip to Albany Friday, New York City Saturday (including a stop at the Brooklyn Bridge and seeing the show "School of Rock" and a delicious brunch with Rotarians on Sunday.
