Bulletin, Apr, 13 (Apr 10, 2018)

Wm. Travaun Bailey to speak at Springfield Rotary April 16th
Wm. Travaun Bailey, President of the Hampden County Bar Association will address the Springfield Rotary Club's luncheon meeting this Friday, April 16, 2018. Bailey will discuss the significance and relevance of the Hampden County Bar Association and his role as the first African American President.

The Hampden County Bar Association is a volunteer organization of lawyers representing the legal profession, serving lawyers, the justice system and the public. It provides professional support and education to members, and advocacy on behalf of lawyers, the judiciary, and the public.

Attorney Bailey participates in the Hampden County Bar Association’s Lawyer on the Line Program, Massachusetts Bar Association’s Dial-A-Lawyer Program as well as the Springfield District Court Lawyer for the day program and the Springfield District Court Drug Court.

Attorney Bailey is a graduate of Elmira College, B.S. in Elmira, NY and the Western New England University School of Law in Springfield, MA. He is the Owner/Sole Practitioner at the Law Office of Wm. Travaun Bailey in downtown Springfield.

HOF to make check presentation to Rotary this Friday April 13th

Also, this Friday, The Basketball Hall of Fame will make a check presentation to our club from proceeds from the 2017 “Service Above Self” luncheon. Please make every attempt to attend and thank John Doleva and Frank Colaccino in person.

LAST WEEK CLUB MEETING

Bob Dambrov, DA Anthony Gulluni and President Lamont. The DA gave the club an update on his involvement with the opioid crisis and his education prevention work initiatives.

DISTRICT ASSEMBLY

What is the Purpose of the District Assembly?

To prepare incoming club leaders for their year in office and build their leadership team
To give the district governor-elect and incoming assistant governors and district committees the opportunity to motivate club leadership teams and build their working relationship
Provide members of Rotary clubs the opportunity to learn more about the different programs of Rotary and to have the opportunity to become involved at club and/or district level
Provide a fellowship experience for the members of the different Rotary Clubs of District 7890.

Who is to attend?

Incoming club officers
Committee members
New members

When & Where?

Wednesday, May 9, 2018 7:30am-11:30am
Holiday Inn Springfield South - Enfield, CT
1 Bright Meadow Blvd
Enfield, CT 06082

Registration is open now through May 1, 2018....don't delay this is only open to the first 200 to sign up...To register click this link https://www.crsadmin.com/EventPortal/Registrations/PublicFill/EventPublicFill.aspx?evtid=89412e43-d948-404f-8b8b-3b1e5df500c4

of visit www.rotarydistrict7890.org and the link is posted on the left side.

Chalk It Up! Chalk Art Festival

May 5 @ 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Watch professional artists and youth groups create original artwork all around campus. Join in the fun and create your own design too. Free with museum admission.

Concert on the Quad by Golden Bird, Noon-1 pm
Rachel F. Hirsch and Kevin Dee are Golden Bird- an acoustic duo of vocals, guitar, and ukulele. Bringing their classical background to renditions of pop, jazz, musical theater, folk tunes, and original music, their relaxing vibe is perfect for an afternoon of music. Bring a blanket or chair, or just enjoy the Spring grass while you listen and dance to some of your favorite tunes.

Meet the Cat in the Hat, 11 am-2 pm
Get a photo or a high five with one of Dr. Seuss’ most beloved characters.

Cat’s Corner, 10 am-4 pm
Activities within the space seek to merge art and literacy, allowing children build and utilize a diverse vocabulary and reading comprehension skills while creating an original piece of artwork. The emphasis on thoughtful reflection through reading and art-making, and the incorporation of English Language Arts curriculum into artwork supports the city’s literacy initiatives.

Family Science Adventures, 11 am-2 pm
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you!

The Story of Chalk, 11 am-3 pm
What is chalk? How is it formed? How is color added? Learn how sidewalk chalk is delivered from the bottom of the ocean into your hands, and even make a stick of chalk of your own to take home.

Live Animal Demo, 11 am-3 pm
Meet the reptiles that call the Springfield Science Museum home and learn about their adaptations, diets, and behaviors from one of our experienced museum educators. Animals may include the ball python, milk snake, bearded dragon, box turtle, and painted turtle.

Art & Animals Scavenger Hunt, 11 am-3 pm
Explore the collections of the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts through paintings and sculptures of our furry and feathered friends. Look for art by Picasso, Currier & Ives, Roesen, and many more. Find 10 and get a small prize.

Art Discovery Center, Noon-4 pm
Trace Chinese characters, try on costumes, play gallery games, peek under lift-up panels on the Wall of Symbols to discover the meaning behind Asian motifs, put on a puppet show, and make an art project. Today’s art project: Draw with Chalk Pastels. Co-presented by the Springfield Rotary Club.