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May 4th, 2026 Newsletter

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Highlights from our April 28th meeting:
 
Josie Spinelli, Club President, welcomed everyone and conducted the meeting.
 
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
PledgeSue Sauro
4-Way Test: Joe O'Rourke
Prayer: Jay Einstein
Guests: 
  • Darleen Blesi, Guest Speaker
  • Richard Parent, Guest Speaker
  • Debbie Ihunnah, Glassboro Rotary President 
Together, Rotarians sang "God Bless America".
 
Announcements:
 
Rotarians sang "Happy Birthday" to Hope Brolis and Sue Sauro who celebrates their birthdays on April 26th. 
 
Josie announced that the book club will meet on 4/30 at 7:00PM at her house 2284 Baywood Drive, Vineland. 
 
Josie reminded everyone of the Flags & Flowers event on 6/14! Thank you, Preston Foster for volunteering to set up our table at this event! We are also looking for more volunteers. For our donation, the club will plant Cherry Blossum trees around Vineland. 
 
Sherri reminded everyone about the Wine & Dine Fundraiser on June 11th! There are still sponsorships and tables available. 
 
Josie reminded everyone to please pay your quarterly bills!
 
Josie let everyone know that the Challenger League has started up. Visit our website for more information. 
 
Josie was excited to announce that on May 18th at 8AM the Rotary Club will be highlighted on the Larry Leonelli Radio Show. 
 
Josie reminded everyone of the Changeover Dinner that will take place on Thursday, June 25th at Villa Fazzolari Ristorante. Please plan to join us this evening. More details to come.
 
Preston Foster announced 5/14 between 3-5PM will be a Rotary Roadside Clean-up at the Industrial Park by Garden Road. This will be a fundraiser. We need 10 volunteers in order for the city to provide the $250.00. Fellowship to follow. 
 
Jim Siwek let everyone know there is a Blood Drive Tuesday, May 5th at the Ramada (in the back room) from 7:30AM-12:00PM. 
 
$$$ Happy Dollars were collected! $$$ 
 
Additional Announcements:
 

🤝 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 🤝
Millville Soup Kitchen

Join us in giving back to the community!

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9th
⏰ Time: 11:15 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 102 S 2nd Street, Millville

We are looking for approximately 10 volunteers to assist at the soup kitchen. This is a great opportunity to serve others and make a meaningful impact. Volunteers will be serving food to those in attendance.

💌 Interested in helping?
Please email Gail Marino: 
gmarino0813@gmail.com

Your support makes a difference—thank you!

 
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Proposed Slate of 2026-2027 Board of Directors
 
Immediate Past President - Josephine Orlando-Spinelli
President - Joseph O’Rourke
President Elect, Programs Chair – Sherri Prescott
Vice President, Fundraising Chair – Dominick “Nick” Surace III
Charities Treasurer - David Schad
Club Treasurer - Bonnie Laube
Club Secretary - Melody Montgomery
Community Service Chair - Sherry Soutiere
Club Administration Chair - Karen Bauman
Membership Chair - Preston Foster
Foundation Chair - Dennis Palmer
Youth Services Chair - Marie LeBlanc
International Chair - Susanna Philippoussis
Community Awareness Chair - Preston Centuolo
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Joe O'Rourke introduced today's guest speaker:
 
Program:
 
 
CLICK HERE to learn more 
 
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Sending Sunshine, Love and Support: 
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Please keep Linda Foster in your thoughts and prayers.
She will be unable to attend Rotary meetings for the next few months.
Gus hopes to attend meetings in the meantime.
We look forward to welcoming her back when she is able.
 
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Please keep Carol Musso in your thoughts and prayers.
Carol was recently diagnosed with cancer and while the journey hasn't been easy,
she remains in good spirits. 
If you would like to send a card or a note of encouragement, they may be mailed to: 
Carol Musso 721 Morton Avenue, Bridgeton, NJ 08302.
Your prayers, kindness and support are deeply appreciated and mean more than
words can express to Carol and her loved ones.
 
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Please keep Caitlin Terri’s family in your thoughts and prayers.
Her brother-in-law (Peter) is recovering from a serious injury and recent surgery.
Cards and notes of encouragement may be sent to: 
Peter Pelosi 5114 Landis Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360.
Your kindness and support mean so much during this difficult time.
 
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Stay Connected:

Our club is always evolving—and now our website reflects it. 💙

From service opportunities to upcoming events and club news, everything is now right at your fingertips. Take a moment to check it out and stay connected:
👉 VinelandRotary.org

Service Above Self starts with staying informed.

 
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Recent Events:
 
An evening of dominoes, pizza, and fun: 4/14/2026
 
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Save The Date:
 

Challenger League Registration and information: CLICK HERE

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Scholarship Dinner: 5/6/2026

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Millville Soup Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity: 5/9/2026

🤝 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 🤝
Millville Soup Kitchen

Join us in giving back to the community!

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9th
⏰ Time: 11:15 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 102 S 2nd Street, Millville

We are looking for approximately 10 volunteers to assist at the soup kitchen. This is a great opportunity to serve others and make a meaningful impact. Volunteers will be serving food to those in attendance.

💌 Interested in helping?
Please email Gail Marino: 
gmarino0813@gmail.com

Your support makes a difference—thank you!

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Roadside Clean-up: 5/14/2026

We need 10 volunteers in order for the city to provide the $250.00. Fellowship to follow. 
We will meet at Bertoia Auctions at 2141 Demarco Drive.

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Our next PB&J: 6/5/2026

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Let's Wine & Dine: 6/11/2026

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Flags. Flowers. Freedom. 6/14/2026

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Passing The Gavel: 6/25/2026

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Reminder: the Hydromissions Store is open! 🎉

 
Now you can show your support for water projects with every shirt, hoodie, or mug you buy. All items are printed on demand, so there’s no inventory, no waste — just impact.
Your purchase helps Hydromissions provide water wells, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education to communities in need across the globe. 🌍💙

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Membership Announcements:

Get to know our Newest Members:

~ Welcome Erik Young!

Erik Young and Mari Collazo from Bay Atlantic Federal Credit Union are sponsored for Business Membership by Rotarian Gail Marino. Erik will be the Rotarian and Mari will be the Business Alternate. Erik was inducted on 3/10/26 by Ed Morvay.

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~ Welcome Michael DiSalvo!

Michael DiSalvo was sponsored by Rotarian Joe O'Rourke. Mike is a retired UPS driver and was inducted on 3/10/26 by Ed Morvay.

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~ Welcome Donata Dalesandro!

Donata is a Representative of VDID/Main Street Organization. She was inducted on 2/3/26 by Ed Morvay. Sponsor- Dawn Hunter.

 

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Proposed New Members:

Dr. Dana Palma is proposed by Rotarian Jim Siwek. Dana is a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones.

Additional Notes:

Any concerns or objections to new memberships should be directed to President Josie Spinelli, josiecatlover@verizon.net 

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Rotary Board 2025-2026
(14 Member Board)
 
Jay Einstein, Immediate Past President
Josephine Orlando Spinelli, President
Joseph O’Rourke, President Elect
Sherri Prescott, Vice President of Fundraising
David Schad, Charities Treasurer
Bonnie Laube, Club Treasurer
Melody Montgomery, Club Secretary
Sherry Soutiere, Community Service Chair
Karen Bauman, Club Administration Chair
Nick Surace, Membership Chair
Dennis Palmer, Foundation Chair
Maria LeBlanc, Youth Services Chair
Susanna Philippousis, International Chair
Preston Centuolo, Community Awareness Chair

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Contact Bonnie at: bll@GreenblattLaube.com or 856-691-0424

 

The club now accepts Zelle as a form of payment!
Search: bll@GreenblattLaube.com  

Here are the step-by-step instructions:

    1    Log in to your bank's mobile app or online banking: to access Zelle. 

    2    Navigate to the Zelle section: by looking for options like "Send Money with Zelle" or "Pay & Transfer". 

    3    Select a recipient: from your contacts or by entering the recipient's email address. 

    4    Enter the amount: you wish to send and add an optional note if desired. 

    5    Review: the transaction details to ensure they are correct. 

    6    Tap "Send": to complete the payment

 

If your bank isn't a partner, you can still use Zelle by downloading the standalone Zelle app, but you'll need a U.S.-based bank account, a U.S. mobile number, an email address, and a valid U.S.-based debit card. 

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Upcoming Events
Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
May 01, 2026 8:45 AM
Membership Meeting
May 14, 2026 7:30 AM
Board Meeting
May 19, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Spirit and Truth Lunch Project
Jun 05, 2026 8:45 AM
Membership Meeting
Jun 11, 2026 7:30 AM
Charitable Wine and Dine Fundraiser
Jun 11, 2026
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Flags and Flowers Honoring 250 years of America!
Jun 14, 2026
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Board Meeting
Jun 16, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Changeover Dinner
Jun 25, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Sherry Soutiere
April 1
 
Andrew Browne
April 11
 
Hope Brolis
April 26
 
Susan Sauro
April 26
 
Charles Parrish
May 1
 
Michael Loyle
May 2
 
Brian Rehm
May 4
 
Linda Foster
May 9
 
Joe O'Rourke
May 20
 
Leslie Jones
May 20
 
Dennis Palmer
May 27
 
Dave Hanrahan
May 29
 
Join Date
Denise Jackson
April 1, 2014
12 years
 
Gustav Foster
April 1, 1980
46 years
 
Andrew Browne
April 2, 1997
29 years
 
Joseph Delgado
April 2, 2004
22 years
 
Josie Spinelli
April 6, 2018
8 years
 
Diane Alcantara
April 8, 2020
6 years
 
Scott Fransko
April 8, 2014
12 years
 
Susan Sauro
April 12, 2016
10 years
 
Linda Foster
April 17, 2001
25 years
 
Nancy Spinelli
May 16, 2023
3 years
 
Preston Centuolo
May 17, 2019
7 years
 
Donna Bennett
May 18, 2011
15 years
 
Karen Bauman
May 25, 2004
22 years
 
Ken Dondero
May 25, 2001
25 years