THEY GOT RHYTHM! Among the Rotary Club of West Chester members who attended the Rotary District 7450 Conference at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, themed "The Rhythm of Rotary," were (from left) Jeannie McGinn, Charles Streitwieser and Cathy Palmquist. Jeannie and Charles represented the West Chester Club the entire two days. In addition to Cathy, others who participated in some portion of the conference were Steve Quigley, BobPoole, Bill Ronayne and Paul Woodruff. 
HONORARY ROTARIAN Don Stonestrom has been named an Honorary Rotarian by the Rotary Club of West Chester, and was recently presented the award by committee chair, Chris McCawley, while his wife, Barbara looked on. Don had been an active member of the club since 1993 until failing health prompted his resignation earlier this year. In honor of his significant contributions to the club, such as being the first fruit sale committee person to computerize the sales list, to his extensive professional and community involvement, Don exemplifies an outstanding Rotarian. Our sincere congratulations to Don! 
ROTARIAN OF THE YEAR Sue Casso Rogers receives a plaque from Rotary Club of West Chester's immediate past president Bill Ronayne as 2010 - 11 Rotarian of the Year. Sue was chosen by fellow club members for the award from among the 12 Rotarian of the Month honorees for her numerous contributions during the year, including stepping up to take over the unfinished term of club secretary and continuing her many activities in welcoming and assimilating new members. 
PANCAKE BREAKFAST Matt Holladay and Kerry Aker (standing from left) served pancakes to Tracy, Chelsea and Mark Sammarone at the Rotary Pancake Breakfast at Applebee's Sunday morning. The new fundraiser, developed by Matt, Kerry and Rob Malone, all new Rotarians, attracted over 125 people to the breakfast, raising over $1,000 for the endowment fund used for annual student scholarships. 
HONORARY ROTARIAN FOR 2011 Peter Latta (left), recently received the Honorary Rotarian Award for 2011 from Christine McCawley of the Rotary Club of West Chester, while (immediate past) President Bill Ronayne looks on. Latta, CEO of A.Duie Pyle, has been with the company since 1985, during which time it grew from a $10 million to $250 million company with 2,000 employees. Latta received the recognition due to his community involement, which includes assisting with the annual Rotary Taste of Florida Fruit Sale for a number of years. 
Changing of the Guard New officers were inducted at the annual Presidential Gala at the West Chester Golf and Country Club. On the left outgoing West Chester Rotary Club President, Bill Ronayne, congratulates Mark Sammarone on his induction as club president for 2011 - 12. On the right, Rotarians preview auction items. 
District Governor Installation Bill Ronayne accepts the "Rotary Club's 2010-2011 Presidential Citation-with distinction" at the District Governor's induction. There were 20 citations issued and our club's was only one of three with distinction. Charles Streitwieser was inducted as the District Governor Elect for 2013-2014. 
Philadelphia Rotary 100 th Anniversary Rotary Club of West Chester President, Bill Ronayne (left) and District Governor Elect, Charles Streitwieser (right), pose with RI President, Ray Klinginsmith, at the 100th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Philadelphia celebration. 
Bill Gotwals Day District Governor Joan Batory honors Bill on Bill Gotwals Day, proclaimed
by Rotary Club of West Chester President Bill Ronayne, in honor of Bill G's
95th birthday and his 67 years of perfect attendance and service to Rotary.
President Bill also made a presentatiion, club members gave Bill G. a
standing ovation and a specially decorated cake. 
THANKS DAVE, WELCOME BILL! Incoming president Bill Ronayne (left) presented a past president's pin and plaque to outgoing president, Dave Rayburn, at the West Chester club's President's Gala. Cocktails and a buffet dinner, along with live and silent auctions, were arranged by Sue Casso Rogers and her committee. Bob Frame again served as auctioneer for the lively bidding that took place for the handful of live auction items. A time of fun and fellowship was had by all! 
HONORARY ROTARIAN FOR 2010 Mary Lou Enoches (left) is presented a plaque by Chris McCawley, chair of the Honorary Rotarian Committee, in honor of Mary Lou's being named Honorary Rotarian for 2010. In addition to being a successful businesswoman, Mary Lou, owner of La Difference Salon and Day Spa in West Chester, has contributed many volunteer hours to the community. A longtime member of the Chamber of Commerce of Greater West Chester, she has served as board chair, Christmas Parade chair, chair of West Goshen Park and Recreation, Bishop Shanaham High School Presidential Advisory Board, treasurer of Feast of the Assumption at St Agnes, and chair of the March of Dimes Chester County Women of Achievement. She was named Volunteer of the Year by the Chamber in 2001 and 2002 and awarded the 2002 Women in Business Award from the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry. She was recently nominated to the State Board of Cosmetology by Governor Rendell and Senator Dinniman and is vice chair of that board. As a member of the YMCA board, she chairs the Good Kids Dinner and is helping with the West Chester Area Senior Center Gala. She is the sister of Rotarian Joe Polito and mother-in-law of Rotarian Dan Cosgrove. 
Rotarians of the Year Katie Decker and Mac Neilon congratulate each other after President Dave Rayburn named these two Sgt. Of Arms committee members as our club's Rotarians of the Year. Not only have these two been conscientous about helping Pres. Dave keep the weekly meetings running smoothly, they also contribute much to the club and community in many other areas. Katie works with Brighter Future, Habitat for Humanity, and the Chili Cook-off, and this past year initiated a new fundraiser for the club, the Poinsettia Sale, which actually made a profit in its inaugural year! Mac also works with Brighter Future, Habitat for Humanity and Chili Cook-off, as well as with the annual Fruit Sale, and Brian's Run. Both outstanding Rotarians deserving of the recognition and our congratulatiions! 
Career Enhancement Program: December 10th, 2009 Click on the thumbnail (left) to review Michele Parent's presentation about our new initiative, the goal of which is: "To provide Rotarians, their immediate family members, extended families, friends, etc. the opportunity for personal and professional career enrichment through various support efforts and initiatives." 
GOOD WORKS AWARD Jack Wintermuth presents a check from proceeds of the weekly 50/50 to Jim Ford, executive director of Good Works, Inc. Good Works is a faith-based program that provides home repairs at no cost for low income persons, regardless of their faith. 
Internet Bootcamp Programs: Click on the thumbnails above to review the slides from Paige Miller's two part "Internet Bootcamp" presentation. The "Top Internet Sites" page (right) includes links which you can click to go to the sites and see them for yourself. 
Ronayne Named Rotarian Of The Year August 21, 2009 - Bill Ronayne (right), owner of Brandywine Valley Heating and Air Conditioning, was recently named Rotarian of the Year by the Rotary Club of West Chester and presented a plaque by the outgoing club President Steve Karp. Although the club has long recognized outstanding Rotarians each month, President Karp instituted the annual honor this year. Ronayne has agreed to chair the club’s annual Chili Cook-off for a second year, the club’s largest fundraising event, which typically raises over $35,000 in funds for the club’s charitable causes. Ronayne is also board president of the West Chester Area Senior Center and president-elect of the West Chester Rotary Club. 
July 9, 2009 - Outgoing President Steve Karp (left) and incoming Club President (2009-10) Dave Rayburn are congratulated by District 7450 Governor Al Marland at the Presidentâs Gala at the West Chester Golf and Country Club. In addition to the induction of officers and board members, Rotarians and their guests enjoyed dinner and a silent auction. Auctioneer Bob Frame generated additional charitable funds during the live auction. A fun evening was had by all under the capable orchestration of Sue Casso Rogers and her volunteers. Click on the headline above to see more photos. 
2009 Honorary Rotarians Named July 6, 2009 - Laura Baker (from left) and Alan Clark were introduced by Rotarian Chris McCawley as our club's Honorary Rotarians for 2009. Among her numerous community activities, Laura organized a breast cancer walk that raised over $63,000, made pillowcases for children with cancer, edited newsletters and created websites, visited the elderly with her dog, Yoshi, and helps with the Rotary District Youth Exchange Program. Alan has assisted Barclay Friends, The ARC, YMCA and other community organizations with capital campaign fund raising, is active in the West Chester Chamber of Commerce and Lions Club, volunteers in numerous capacities with the Chester County Hospital and serves on advisory boards of the Salvation Army and West Chester Area Senior. Both are worthy recipients of the award. 
"How the Jospe Family survived the Holocaust" April 2, 2009 - Rabbi Sue Greenberg told her family story in association with Holocaust Remembrance Day, April 21. Click on the still photo on the left to see the video, "How the Jospe Family survived the Holocaust". 
Are You LinkedIn? Click on this link to view or download Ed Callahan's presentation on social networking at the October 23rd meeting.  
President's Gala & Auction At a festive Presidential Gala at the West Chester Golf and Country Club, Steve Karp was inducted as the new club president, along with his board of directors. Outgoing president, Gary Hess, was given a standing ovation for a job well done. Under the leadership of Past President Sue Casso Rogers and her committee, the gala was festive with flowers and candles and a silent auction table filled with goodies to suit everyones desires. Past President Annalie Korengel Lorgus gave an inspiring invocation, and at the end of the festivities, passed on the past presidents pin to Gary. Bob Frame started off the festivities after dinner with a lively auction that netted 5 lucky winners shore vacation accommodations and sumptuous dinners. Dr. Bob Poole, handsome in his tux, inducted the new president and his board in his usual dignified and thoughtful manner, engaging the 90 plus members and guests in the ceremony with humorous references to childrens rhymes. Following Steves outline of plans for the year ahead, State Senator Andy Dinniman presented both Steve and Gary with copies of Senate resolutions commending them for their outstanding work in Rotary. An inspiring and fun-filled evening was enjoyed by all! Photos and copy by Cathy Palmquist 
The 2008 Honorary Rotarian The club honored Michael O'Rourke (left) for outstanding community service and exemplifying the 4-Way Test in his private and business life. Also shown are Club President, Gary Hess, and Christina McCawley, Chair of the Honorary Rotarians Committee. 
Valentine's Day in August was an evening of fun and fundraising on Aug. 30 at Ruth's Chris Steak House that benefited everyone who attended and will benefit future recipients of some of our club's projects. 
Blue Rocks Baseball Game An annual fellowship activity with the Longwood Club (Annalie's mom's Club) on Thursday, May 10 at a Blue Rock's Baseball Game. One attendee described the event by saying "It was a blast!" PHOTOS FROM HOLIDAY MEETING 12/21/2006 CLUB AWARDS & RECOGNITION 
Cliff Dochterman Award Mike Steinberger has been awarded the Cliff Dochterman Award, given by the International
Fellowship of Scouting Rotarians. This award is presented to a qualified
Rotarian who has displayed distinguished service and outstanding
dedication to the program of Scouting. The award was approved an introduced at the RI centennial meeting and
introduced to the Scouting community at this year's Jamboree.  PA House of Rep Issues Citation The Pennsylvania House of Representatives issued a citation to Rotary International acknowledging its 100th anniversary serving the world. To see a copy of the citation Click Here
ROTARY PRESIDENTIAL CITATION NOMINATION Dear Rotarians: |