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York Rotary Club
P.O. Box 806
York, ME 03909
United States of America
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(207) 396-0871
Email:
yorkrotary@gmail.com
Meetings are currently virtual on ZOOM Go to "Contact Us" link if you'd like to be sent a meeting link Thank you!
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Nsefu Zambia Water Project
Last Friday, we had a wonderful presentation from  Steve Wight of the Bethel Rotary Club and Dickson Ngoma a 23 year old Rotaractor from the Rotary Club in Zambia, regarding the Nsefu Water & Sanitation Project in Zambia.  Dickson grew up in the village of Mfuwe, where clean water is scarce.  Dickson started a project where he's proposing to raised tank systems which have a solar powered pumps.  It is estimated that these systems will cost approximately $5,000.00 each, and they would like to build 4 in total.  With the help of the Bethel Maine Rotary Club and Steve Wight, this project is hoping to be getting a District matching grant to assist in the fundraising.   
To learn more about this exciting project, please visit their Facebook page at http://www.fb.me/nsefuwaterproject.org
 
 
Native American History in York Maine
Great meeting on Friday, April 16th with our own Past President Scott Stevens!  Scott shared with us some history regarding Native Americans in New England and more specifically in York.  The club members were sad when the meeting had to come to an end, but he assured us that there was a lot more to learn.... and he'd be happy to continue the conversation at future meetings.  Thanks Scott for an insightful and educational meeting about history close to home!
Emily Doherty, MFS Investment Management
 
Emily Doherty, who is the Directory of Mutual Fund Sales for MFS Investment Management was our guest speaker on Friday, April 2, 2021.  She made a wonderful presentation discussing how negative market headlines can create panic, and that the best advice is to hang on for long term investing.  
Purple Pinky Project
 
On Friday, March 26, 2021 we had the pleasure of the attendance of several  York Middle School Interact Students.  These students were in attendance to make a presentation on their "Purple Pinky Project" where they raise funds to help eradicate polio.  We are so fortunate to have these future leaders in our Community!  
 
 
 
 
 
End 68 Hours of Hunger York Maine
End 68 Hours of Hunger End 68 Hours of Hunger York Maine York Maine Food Insecurity
This mornings speaker was a gentleman named Trevor Dodge, Program Coordinator for End 68 Hours of Hunger in York Maine. End 68 Hours of Hunger, (pre COVID) provides backpacks of food on Fridays to children in our community who may experience weekend food insecurity.   Due to COVID they are currently providing $10.00 Hannaford Gift Cards to those recipients.  Mr. Dodge explained that there are consistently 25 backpacks or gift cards distributed  a week for children in our community who may experience food insecurity during the weekend.  Their hope is to go back to backpack distribution sometime in April 2021. 
 
End 68 Hours of Hunger is a 100%  volunteer organization in York, Maine to END hunger between the 68 hours on Friday afternoon after school lunch to breakfast at school on Monday mornings.  They are always looking for volunteers to help.  
 
To learn more about this local organization making a difference in OUR COMMUNITY, or to find out how you can help, please visit their website at https://www.end68hoursofhunger.org/find-your-community/maine/york/ 
 
Ogunquit Playhouse!
Ogunquit Playhouse
This week's Friday morning speaker was Dan Breen and Kelly Thayer, Director and Assistant Director of Development for the Ogunquit Playhouse. 
 
The Mission Statement of the Ogunquit Playhouse is: 
 
"Building upon a legacy of leadership in American theatre, the Ogunquit Playhouse produces world-class performances, cultivates new works for the stage, and preserves an iconic and historic playhouse for future generations."
 
Mr. Breen and Ms. Thayer spoke about the multi-year strategic plan that was prepared for the Ogunquit Playhouse prior to 2020;  how plans to achieve those goals changed in 2020;   and how the Playhouse kept those plans on track despite the hurdles of 2020/COVID.  They also spoke of some wonderful, creative ideas that are planned to move forward in 2021. 
To learn more about this beautiful, historic gem in our backyard, please visit their website at https://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/.  
 
 
 
Zebra Crossings
 
On Friday, March 5, 2021 we had a presentation from Astrid Wielens, Founder and Executive Director of Zebra Crossings.  She spoke of the wonderful programs that this organization provides to children, and families of children with chronic medical conditions.  Zebra Crossings’ mission is to enrich the lives of youth with chronic medical conditions by fostering greater self-confidence, a sense of independence and a desire to realize their full potential through fun and engaging enrichment programs that build a strong and caring community support network for families.
 
To learn more about this wonderful organization, please visit their website at https://www.zebra-crossings.org/
Adopt a Native Plant Bed- Mt. A
This mornings York Rotary ZOOM meeting included a presentation by Robin Kerr, who is the Conservation Coordinator for Mount Agamenticus.  Robin told us about their Adopt a Native Plant Bed Program.  Please see the below flyer for more information.  As a result of this presentation, the York Rotary Club will be participating in this program as a Community Project in 2021.  
 
Mask delivery to YMS
 
President Ben Lovell making another mask delivery~ This time to York Middle School!
Thanks Ben!
More Masks Distributed!
 
President Ben Lovell out today distributing masks to local essential workers and other public places. Great job Ben!
Blue Ocean Society
Blue Ocean Society
Today's ZOOM Meeting included a presentation from Jen Kennedy who is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Blue Ocean Society for Maine Conservation. 

Blue Ocean Society was founded by two whale watch naturalists, Jen Kennedy and Dianna Schulte, who were frustrated with the lack of translation of open ocean research into information that could be used by the public. Jen and Dianna met in 1995 during training for a whale research internship in Gloucester, which they did in winter 1996.

Following the internship, both Jen and Dianna were working on whale watch boats in New Hampshire, collecting unique data about whales on Jeffreys Ledge, which is an important whale habitat  about 20 miles off the coast . They decided to start their own database, and work to translate their on-water experiences into educational programs for schools and the general public. Blue Ocean Society was started in 2001 and achieved non-profit status in 2002.

To learn more about this interesting organization, please visit their website at https://www.blueoceansociety.org/

 

Day One
Day One Greg Bower Jeff Aalberg ME Youth Services Substance Abuse
Greg Bower, CEO of  Day One was our speaker at this morning's ZOOM meeting.  He was joined by Dr.  Aalberg, Medical Director for Day One.  
Day One's mission is to improve the health of Maine by providing substance use, mental health and wellness services to youth and families.  To learn more about this hard-working organization, please visit their website at www.day-one.org
BRING THE JOY!
Posted on Dec 16, 2020
Bring the Joy York Maine Rotary Club
 
 
 
This holiday season, the York Maine Rotary Club members raised $5,825 with their "Bring the Joy" campaign, which helped several local charities. Distribution of those funds included:
 
  • $1,300 YSCA to help a local family have a great Christmas, plus an additional $275 to YCSA to be distributed at their discretion;
  • $600 worth of Toys for Tots presents;
  • $800 worth of gifts to the York Police Department Angel Tree;
  • $1,000 to the Ogunquit Spirit of Giving;
  • $1,250 to the York County Shelters Program; and last but certainly not least
  • $600 to the Salvation Army of Sanford, Maine
What a WONDERFUL way to end 2020!  Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to ALL!
 
 
Maine Center for Economic Policy
 
On Friday, December 4, 2020 we had the pleasure of hearing from Garrett Martin, who is the Executive Director for the Maine Center for Economic Policy, who spoke about how the pandemic is effecting Mainer's, and what steps his organization is taking to assist in the recovery.  To learn more about this organization, please visit their website at https://www.mecep.org
 
Friends Forever International
FFI
This mornings ZOOM meeting speaker was Tegan Kurzynowski, who is the Programs and Community Engagement Manager for Friends Forever International.  She told us about what this organization has been up to despite the curve-balls of 2020.  This International Organization which is based out of Durham NH has deep Rotary Roots, and was founded by Bob Raiche, who was a member of the Portsmouth Rotary Club.  To learn more about this amazing organization, please visit their website at https://www.ff.international/
 
 
White Pine Program
White Pine Programs York Maine Rotary Club
We had a wonderful presentation this morning via ZOOM from Heather Campbell, who is the Executive Director of White Pine Programs here in York Maine. Their mission is to provide transformational nature experiences that forge personal resilience, inspire lifelong commitment to our environment and connect individuals to community. To learn more about this amazing local organization please visit their website at wwwwhitepineprograms.org
2020 Winner!
 
Congratulations!
The above photo is of Brad Countryman, our "Car with a Cause" committee chairman, with the 2020 Volvo XC40 T5 AWD WINNER Jessica from York Maine!  Jessica told us that winning this car is a blessing.  She said that her mother has given her a "Car with a Cause" Raffle ticket for her birthday every year, and this year she also purchased one for herself. It's the perfect car for her and her little black and white dog smiley .  
Also in the above photo is Oliver who is with Premier Services at:
 Volvo of Exeter
140 Portsmouth Avenue
Exeter, NH 03833 
who was instrumental in this process!
 
Like this car?   See Oliver at https://www.volvocarsexeter.com/
 
 
 
WINNER ANNOUNCED!
Our 2020 "Car With A Cause" raffle drawing is in the history books!
We are SO THANKFUL to all of our loyal supporters ESPECIALLY THIS YEAR to make the 2020 raffle a complete success.
 
And a SPECIAL THANK YOU to 
 
 
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
The Holiday Barn
York, Maine!
 
 
 
Tomorrow's the DAY! 
 
 
SOMEONE IS GOING TO WIN THIS CAR TOMORROW, OCTOBER 17, 2020 @ 4:00 pm!
 
 
Our "Car With A Cause" raffle drawing location has changed with the cancellation of Harvestfest. We have partnered with a local business - restauranteur that has suffered dearly this year. As if a pandemic wasn't enough, they experienced a devastating electrical fire, causing more than a million dollars in damage. On Saturday, October 17th, at 4 PM the drawing will be held at Walkers Maine Restaurant. (COVID protocol goes without saying), in front of their Porte-cochere. This is another opportunity for Rotary to help by inviting the community to support this local business.
We invite you to stop by for the drawing, but come early, as Walkers will open from 1:30 - 4:00 PM, offering a special menu to Rotary friends and supporters. http://walkersmaine.com/ Their regular dinner schedule is 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Keep in mind, there is no seating available if you plan to order lunch. You might consider calling in for take-out dinner from their amazing menu options following our 4 PM car raffle drawing.
At 4 PM we will roll the raffle drum and pull this year's winning number! Some lucky Rotary "Car With A Cause" supporter will take home our 2020 VOLVO XC40 T5 AWD (or 10K in cash). Come, support Rotary, and experience Walkers Maine Restaurant!
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We meet In Person & Online
Fridays at 7:30 AM
2021 Schedule ~ Meetings are currently virtual on Zoom
York Rotary Club
P.O. Box 806
York, ME 03909
United States of America
Phone:
(207) 396-0871
Email:
yorkrotary@gmail.com
Meetings are currently virtual on ZOOM Go to "Contact Us" link if you'd like to be sent a meeting link Thank you!
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Of the things we think, say or do,

  1. Is it the TRUTH?
  2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
  3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
  4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than 100 years, Rotary members have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.
 
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