President's Message

Samalid Hogan

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Dear Rotarians, 
 
As Memorial Day approaches, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the significance of this important day and express my gratitude for the unwavering dedication and sacrifice of our nation's brave servicemen and servicewomen.
 
Memorial Day is a time for us to remember and honor those who have selflessly given their lives in service to our country. It serves as a poignant reminder of the immense courage and sacrifices made by these individuals and their families who have borne the weight of their absence.
 
As members of the Rotary Club, we sincerely appreciate the values of service, community, and fellowship. Memorial Day allows us to demonstrate these values by paying tribute to the fallen heroes who have protected our freedoms and way of life.
 
I encourage each of you to take a moment this Memorial Day to participate in a local commemoration or personal reflection to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. Whether attending a memorial service, laying flowers at a gravesite, or simply observing a moment of silence, let us remember and express our gratitude for their service and sacrifice.
 
Furthermore, let us not forget the families of the fallen. Their loss is immeasurable, and their resilience and strength deserve our utmost support and respect. Consider reaching out to local veterans' organizations or offering assistance to military families in need as a tangible way to express our appreciation.
 
May this Memorial Day serve as a solemn reminder of the cost of our freedom and inspire us to strive for a world where peace and justice prevail. Together, let us honor the memory of the fallen and carry forward their legacy of service and sacrifice.
 
Thank you for your continued commitment to making a positive difference in our community.
 
Sincerely,

Samalid Hogan
 
Speakers
Upcoming Speakers
Alicia Sierra
Jun 09, 2023 12:00 PM
Springfield College Americorps
Diana M. Szynal
Jun 23, 2023 12:00 PM
Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce
Past Speakers
Karen Blanchard
May 19, 2023 12:00 PM
Michael J. Dias Foundation
Mychal “Myke” Connolly,
Apr 28, 2023 12:00 PM
CEO/Founder Stand Out Truck® & Thought Leader at Marketing and Cupcakes®
Michelle Wirth
Apr 14, 2023 12:00 PM
Mercedes Benz of Springfield and Feel Good Shop Local
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Club Officers & Directors
President
Samalid Hogan
Vice President
Marie Angelides
Secretary
Karen Blanchard
Treasurer
Oscar Mena De Leon
Immediate Past President
Maurice Powe
Sergeant-at-Arms
Michael Cooley
Rotary Foundation Chair
Carla Alves
Service Projects
Dene Kimball
Director
Michael Kelley
Director
Paul Lambert
Assistant Treasurer
Bernie Spirito
2nd Vice President
Oscar Mena De Leon

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Club Meeting

The Next Springfield Rotary Club Meeting is on June 9, 2023.

Time & Location: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm at The Student Prince & the Fort located at 8 Fort St, Springfield, MA*

*Validated Parking is available at 23 Hampden Street, Springfield, MA

 
GUEST SPEAKER: ALICIA SIERRA, Director of AmeriCorps at Springfield College
 
 
Proceeds from Service Above Self Luncheon

SPECIAL CHECK PRESENTATION ON APRIL 14th

 
John Doleva and Frank Colaccino visited our Rotary Club meeting on April 14th to present the Club
with a $7,500 check with the proceeds from the 2022 Service Above Self Luncheon in December.
 
April Calendar Raffle

APRIL CALENDAR RAFFLE 

Proceeds from the Raffle will help us fund the 2023 Community Grants to local non-profits.

RAFFLE WINNERS:

  1. Gerry Fitzgerald - $50 Wine & Snacks Gift Basket from Randall's Farm
  2. Joel Skelton - $50 Gift Certificate to La Fiorentina
  3. Darcy Quatacker - Bombay Sapphire Bottle ($60 value)
  4. Katilynn Steketee - 2023 Family Plus Membership to the Zoo in Forest Park & Education Center ($100 value)
  5. Kelly Loveling - $50 Gift Certificate to Frigo’s Foods
  6. Rose Eldridge - $25 Gift Certificate to Plan B Burger
  7. Jane Sears - Homedics Bubble Bliss Deluxe Foot Spa ($30 value)
  8. Rick and Norma Lee - $25 Gift Certificate to the Student Prince & Fort Restaurant
  9. Ben Quick - Ciroc Pomegranite Limited Edition ($30)
  10. Kelly Loveling - TWO Tickets to the Springfield Symphony Orchestra – May Show ($60)
  11. Jane Sears - Gift Certificate to the Student Prince & Fort Restaurant ($25)
  12. Bridget Robare - Jameson Irish Whiskey ($45)
  13. Diane Bennet and Stefan Mock - VISA Gift Card ($50)
  14. Tony Cignoli - AMAZON Gift Card ($25)
  15. Robert Encarnacion - Gift Certificate to Nadim’s Downtown Mediterranean Grill ($25)
  16. Valerie Dulude - Bottle of Wine –  Cabernet Sauvignon ($50)
  17. Jane Sears - Gift Certificate to  Max’s Restaurants ($50)
  18. John Gardner - Sign Language Class at Willie Ross  School for the  Deaf ($150)
  19. Karen Long - Gift Certificate to  Center Square Grill ($25)
  20. Ben Quick - Gift Certificate to  Frigo’s Foods ($50)
  21. John Sullivan - Bushmill Single Malt  Irish Whiskey ($45)
  22. Kelley Larkin - Gift card to Frankie’s Pizza ($60)
  23. Donna Szaban - Amazon Gift Card  ($25)
  24. Sheila Lon Nicoll - Gift card to Flowers Flowers ($50)
  25. Joel Skelton - Bottle of Old Vine  Zinfandel ($50)
  26. Courtney Robbins - Gift card to Posto  by the Federal ($60)
  27. Andrew Spirito - Gift Card to Red  Rose Restaurant ($25)
  28. Valerie Dulude - Gift Certificate to  Max’s Tavern ($25)
  29. Tony Cignoli - Set of 5 Bottles of  Wine - Assorted ($60)
  30. Bill Hadden - Gift card to Vanished Brewing  Valley ($25)
Why join Rotary

Why Join Rotary?

 

We would love to have you visit our club and learn more about Rotary and what we do in our community and around the world. Rotary is where neighbors, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change.

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Nos encantaría que visitaras nuestro club y obtuvieras más información sobre Rotary y lo que hacemos en nuestra comunidad y en todo el mundo. Rotary es el lugar donde vecinos, amigos y solucionadores de problemas comparten ideas, se unen a líderes y toman medidas para crear un cambio duradero.
 
 

2023 ROTARY MEETINGS DATES

Welcome New Rotarians!

It is our pleasure to welcome three new Rotarians:

Heather Hasenjager from M&T Bank, Flavia Cote, and Flavia McCaughey, from FR Investment Group.

Please give them a warm welcome when you see them at the meetings!

 
Updating ClubRunner

Please take a moment to log into your Rotary ClubRunner account to make sure our contact information on you is current.  Please look especially at your mailing addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. With our Club meeting virtually until further notice this contact information is even more important. This may be the only way fellow club members can reach you.
 
BTW: If you don't know your user ID and password just drop an email to Rick Lee. Your personal information is NOT available to the general public on ClubRunner, only to other members of our own Club.
 
 
Paul Harris Dinner 2022

Thank you to all Rotarians for your continued dedication and support of our Club and your generosity. This year's Paul Harris Dinner was a great success.

Congratulations to all the Paul Harris Award Winners and the five non-profit organizations that received grants. 

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If so, please email kblanchard@mdiasfoundation.org 
Our biweekly bulletin goes out to more than 50 local leaders every other week and is a wonderful way to spread your message.
 
*All submissions are subject to approval. 
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Rotary Club of Springfield - Meeting Fridays-12:00 PM
Springfield Rotary

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Fridays at 12:00 PM
Student Prince Cafe & the Fort Restaurant
8 Fort Street
Springfield, MA 01103
United States of America
Phone:
(413) 342-0013
Email:
rotaryclubofspringfield@outlook.com
We usually meet every other Friday. Pease go to keep an eye on our website and calendar for the exact date of future meetings.
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