Vineland Rotary Newsletter October 20th, 2025 (Oct 14, 2025)

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Highlights from our October 7th meeting:

Josie Spinelli, Club President, welcomed everyone and conducted the meeting.

Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera

Pledge: Sherri Prescott

4-Way Test: Maureen Simmons

Prayer: Pastor Heather Sudgen

Guests: N/A

Birthdays: Josie Neill- 10/8, Nick Surace- 10/9,

Together, Rotarians sang "God Bless America".

Announcements:

Josie thanked Harry and Gus for setting up the room.

Josie announced that Jay Einstein had a hip replacement last week. Keep him in your prayers.

It was so good to see Carol Sumoski. It has been a while.

Joe O’Rourke announced that he and Nick Surace will be donating and sponsoring a table for Rotarians to enjoy fellowship at the 28th Annual Dream Foundation Halloween Bonfire Bash on October 31 at 8:00 PM. A signup sheet was passed around for those interested in attending. Seats are covered for Rotarians through the sponsorship. For more information, please reach out to Joe or Nick.

The following flyer was passed around:

Sherri Prescott reminded everyone about the Jingle Run on December 6th. Please see the flyer below.

Josie reminded everyone about the Holocaust exhibit at the CCTEC on 10/21 at 12PM. There will be no formal meeting this day. There may be a lunch fellowship after, stay tuned. See below message from Dave Schad in regard to this event!

Suzanne Martinelli reminded everyone to get your Boscov's coupons! We are halfway to our goal! She also has fliers to hang in your business. Coupons can be used at any Boscov's and online.

Nick Surace reminded everyone of the membership meeting this Thursday (10/9) 7:30AM at the Black Olive. Ed Morvay will be the MC. All are welcome to attend.

Ed Morvay distributed nomination forms for this year’s Vocational Service Award. Members are encouraged to nominate a deserving non-Rotarian who has demonstrated outstanding service in their profession or community.

Ed presented Dave Schad with his 40-year pin:

Congratulations to Dave Schad on his 40-year anniversary as a Rotarian! 🎉

Thank you for your dedicated service and commitment to making a difference in our community. Here's to many more years of impact and fellowship!

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Program:

During the celebration, Rotarians offered heartfelt insights, advice, and words of wisdom for the bride-to-be. The club also came together to raise over $500 as a special gift for the happy couple.

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Josie concluded the meeting.

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Recent Events:

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Save The Date:

Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends event is set for October 22nd. Support the cause by purchasing your $5 shopping pass and enjoy 25% off your purchases that day. Don’t forget to grab a few extra for friends and family!

See Suzanne Martinelli for coupons!

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Service Above Self, One Bike at a Time! P4P 2025 is in the works!

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Our next PB&J: 11/7/25

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Membership Announcements

Get to know our Newest Members:

~ Welcome Michael Toscano!

Michael is an Owner Agent with New York Life Insurance. He was inducted on 8/26/25 by Ed Morvay. Sponsor- Dawn Hunter.

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~ Welcome Sherri Prescott!

Sherri is a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors. She was inducted on 5/6/25 by Ed Morvay. Sponsor- Donna Perez.

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Proposed New Members:

Donata Dalesandro is proposed by Rotarian Dawn Hunter. Donata is a representative of the VDID/Main Street Organization.

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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