~ Newberg Noon Rotary Club Newsletter ~

Rotary Club of Newberg, Zoom Meeting

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

 

~ Zoom Meeting Participants ~

Shannon B, Mike, Dan, Gene, Laura, Walter, Paula, Denise, Matt S, Lynn, Om, Auggie, Sean, Rebecca, Michelle, Christy, Geoff, Paul, Rick, Kathi, Shannon K, Amy, Jeff, Aaron, Jim, Joe, Brandy, Michael P, Larry, Spike, Doug, Curtis, Julie.

 

~ Call to Order ~

President Shannon Buckmaster welcomed Rotarians and Friends of Rotary to the Zoom meeting at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, 2021. The Rotarians mingled while our dedicated leaders Shannon and Joe prepared the new digital environment. Shannon Thanked everyone who helped get us back to a successful hybrid setup.

 

~ Flag Salute ~

Jeff lead participants in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

~ 4 Way Test ~

Shannon B lead participants in the recital of the 4 Way Test:

Rotary’s Four Way Test of the things we think, say and do:

#1 – Is it the TRUTH?

#2 – Is it FAIR to all concerned?

#3 – Will it BUILD GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

#4 – Is it BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

 

~ Announcements ~

• Today is the very first hybrid virtual/in-person club meeting! We have returned to the Chehalem Cultural Center for these meetings going forward. An RSVP sent to Shannon by SUNDAY is required for a hot lunch! Contact her to sign up for a lunch, but you may attend in person without signing up for lunch as well if you want. The costs will be $10 per meal, but you pay have a 2020 credit that can be used to pay lunches in the meantime (if you were member who paid such dues pre-covid).
• The Rotary International Convention is virtual and will take place June 12-14. There is still time to register, and there is a registration fee but compared to the typical costs to attend, this is a huge opportunity to participate without traveling or spending big money.
• Tied with Love Blanket project update: Thanks to Kyla Riddle, our Foundation, and all of the volunteers for putting this together! The blankets made are for Helping Hands. The Interacter’s did some volunteering to help the project and the Foundation helped to fund the effort.
• The Pancake Breakfast is on this year and will take place on the last Saturday in July (as opposed to the historical tradition of Saturday and Sunday). There will be some changes this year relating to COVID for the Old Fashioned Festival, but there WILL be a drive in car show and fireworks.
• There are still 7 seats left for the dinner and lecture event with the GFU president. Contact Geoff and Shannon K for tickets. It will be on Campus on July 17.

~ Guests ~

Ken Futornick, Guest, Kathi’s husband

~ The Rotary Duck ~

Jim: Mentioned that he is excited about his election success for joining the CPRD board. Congrats Jim!

Auggie: Was happy to be back and have an opportunity to wear his Rotary mask.

Rick: Mentioned that the annual car show he cofounded will be cancelled for the second year.

Mike: Updated on the Peace Fellowship Program: they received 5 applications for membership from all different parts of the globe.

Laura: Gave an update on the fundraising efforts for Oxygen concentrator supplies. We have raised over $5,300 for locally, and the Kathmandu club asked others and received $5,000 from The Australia Rotary Club, the Denmark Rotary Club gave 3,200. Our local goal is $12,000. You can donate to our Club Foundation and let them know this is the program you want your donation to go toward. What a great effort, Thanks Laura!

Walter: Mentioned he is going to send money towards that project.

 

 

~ Today’s Program: Classification Talk by Kathi Futornick ~

Kathi is not a traditionally “new” member. She is more accurately a “returning member” and even a Past President of our Club. She left the club in 2010 after taking a job that required her to commute all the way to Washington, resulting in many long commuting hours. She worked as an Environmental Health and Safety Manager and then managed Facilities. She is working from home now and happy to rejoin our club.

Kathi shared that one of her major passions is Crew and has been rowing since 8th grade and belongs to a Club called Station L. They finally got into completion and came in first! Her parents Emigrated from Greece during a wartorn time. Her father served in World War 1 and her uncles in WW2. Public Service is a direct theme in her family and she shared how important making a positive difference is to her life. Her mother encouraged her to serve in some way, either serving the country or serving the local community in some way. She is married to her husband Ken for 51 years now. She and Ken, as described by her kids, are big nerds and love books and science fiction. She has two twin daughters Sasha and Zoe, and 3 pets, Homie, Callie, and Toby. The whole family is very into fitness of many kinds: cross-fit, yoga, rowing, etc. They moved to Oregon in 1971 and have been into fitness for a long time. KAthi also loves Elvis, Photography, Writing, Music, Gardening, Traveling, Hiking, Reading and Rafting.

Kathi shared that she grew up in Massachusetts on a lake and how important that lake and nature in general was to her life, and how they had ignored and accepted pollution as inevitable during those times. She went to college at MIT studying Architecture, Chemistry, and Civil Engineering. She also went to Graduate School at the University of Oregon and then also Oregon State University. HEr professional life varied with experiences including working at MIT Press readig books, started a building design group, worked for the Oregon State Legislature as an administrator for the House Committee. She also worked as a regulator for the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, as a consultant and Expert Witness, and working with Regulated Industry, and also as a college Educator. She is now “Semi-Retired” and teaches at Mt Hood CC and when that is over she will focus on training and performing environmental audits through a consulting firm she will run.

 

~ Next Week’s Program: Newberg’s Urban Renewal Plan Presented by Doug Rux and John Bridges ~

Check your e-mails for Mike Caruso’s Zoom meeting access information.

~ Joke of the Day ~

I saw an ad that read: “TV for sale: $10. Volume stuck on full.”

I thought to myself: “Wow, I can’t turn that down…”

~ Happy Quotes! ~

“Its great to see you in person.“

– Probably all of the Rotarians who attended the meeting live

 

~ Published 5/29/2021: Dan Keuler, Newsletter Editor ~

~ Newberg Noon Rotary Club Newsletter ~

Rotary Club of Newberg, Zoom Meeting

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

 

~ Zoom Meeting Participants ~

Shannon B, Mike, Dan, Christy, Shawn, Spike, Amy, Miachel, Jim, Dale, Larry, Wendy, Denise, Paul, Patrick, Auggie, Kathi, Lynn, Matt, Brandy, Joe, Michael P, Shannon K, Walter, Michelle, Lisa, Stan, Joe

 

~ Call to Order ~

President Shannon Buckmaster welcomed Rotarians and Friends of Rotary to the Zoom meeting at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2021. The Rotarians split out into breakout groups to start the meeting.

 

~ Flag Salute ~

Paul lead participants in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

~ 4 Way Test ~

Michael lead participants in the recital of the 4 Way Test:

Rotary’s Four Way Test of the things we think, say and do:

#1 – Is it the TRUTH?

#2 – Is it FAIR to all concerned?

#3 – Will it BUILD GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

#4 – Is it BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

 

~ Announcements ~

• Next week (May 19) is the very first hybrid virtual/in-person club meeting! We will return to the Chehalem Cultural Center for these meetings going forward. An RSVP sent to Shannon by MONDAY is required for a hot lunch! Contact her to sign up for a lunch, but you may attend in person without signing up for lunch as well if you want. The costs will be $10 per meal, but you pay have a 2020 credit that can be used to pay lunches in the meantime (if you were member who paid such dues pre-covid). There will also be different options for the Duck, be in cash or charge.
• The Rotary International Convention is virtual and will take place June 12-14. There is still time to register, and there is a registration fee but compared to the typical costs to attend, this is a huge opportunity to participate without traveling or spending big money.
• We learned about some of the severe issues facing Nepal currently. Shannon announced that our fundraising today will not go to the Duck as normal, but instead to fund raise for Oxygen compressors to aid in their battle against Covid 19.

 

~ Guests ~

No Guests Today

 

~ The Rotary Duck ~

Wendy: Had a great conversation with Patrick about our work we have been doing in Nepal as well as with Auggie regarding our work we have been doing in Guatamala.

Kathi: Donated in honor of her 51st Wedding Anniversary, which kept her from attending last weeks meeting.

Mike: Donated to Nepal, noting the dire need Nepal is in as well as the concept that this money will go straight to the cause, without administrative costs.

Brandy: Gave thanks to Lynn for all of her great work with the Scholarships. Also reminded us all to vote on the local elections, for which ballots are due by the 18th by 8pm. Ballots turned in at this point must be turned in to a ballot box (one in Jaquith Park and one by the Police Station), as it is too late to vote by mail.

Paul: Gave an update on the Nepal EMS Global Grant noting that all signatures have been obtained and the grant is now officially in the hands of Rotary International for review. The timing is key as we are in before the deadline to get our 100% match. Gave kudos to Laura and Paula who are at the Beaverton Rotary Club meeting to give them the good news.

Spike: Shared his excitement for next week’s Live Meeting.

Shannon K: Mentioned that there are still 7 tickets left for the Special Auction Item GFU Presentation and Dinner tentatively scheduled to happen some time in June. Note that everyone attending is a Rotarian or at least associated with a Rotarian. The tickets are $100 each, money going to the Foundation. If interested, reach out to Amy or Shannon K.

Patrick: Provided the following link to donate to Nepal’s fight against Covid, which will be tax deductible: www.facebook.com/donate/454373168963866/

Total Collected today for Nepal: $496

 

~ Today’s Program: Classification Talk by Shawn Daley ~

Shawn Daley grew up in Massapequa, New York through the age of 18. His father worked in the Oil Industry and his mother worked for Catholic charities. He went to an all boy Catholic High School and was involved in student journalism and debate. In college he did a lot of travelling, including overseas to Thailand, which had a big impact in shaping him and his future endeavors. After college, rather than following in his fathers footsteps he went to Oregon to PSU, volunteering and working with Americorps/Holy Cross Associates. He also met his wife at PSU, who was also an Americorps worker, during a training conference. They decided to stay and raise a family in Oregon. His step son, Griffen is 23, his daughter Fiona, who is about to be heading off to college, and his daughter Nora who is now 12. He eventually got a teaching job at Jesuit High School for 3 years, and enjoyed teaching so much, that he came to GFU for a Masters Degree. He then got a job at Gresham High School for 6 years, teaching all sorts of different classes, which eventually led to becoming a professor for Concordia, eventually becoming an innovation officer and Vice President. Following the eventually closing of Concordia, Shawn worked for PCC, and finally last summer was hired by GFU to become their new Chief Strategy & Business Development Officer.

Shawn strives to continue to serve the community and has served on the board of Second Home (a Program of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon), is on the board of advisors for World Oregon, is involved in various educational based projects in Oregon. He noted that his volunteering capacities are limited currently as he is working currently on his PHD. And last but not least he is now a Newberg Rotarian. He plans to be an active member and hopes to serve ina variety of ways. He noted that he has run design challenges for organizations, has skills facilitating meetings and retreats, has been a consultant on educational technology, and has served in 9 events as an Emcee. He noted he can sing and can dance, and likes to work with parents as he has participated on a school board in his past. He looks to serve through his core values of loyalty and epathy.

 

 

~ Next Week’s Program: Classification Talk by Kathi Futornick ~

Check your e-mails for Mike Caruso’s Zoom meeting access information.

~ Joke of the Day ~

When does a Joke become a Dad Joke?

When it is fully groan.

~ Happy Quotes! ~

“Be thankful for what you have: you’ll end up having more.

If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.“

– Oprah Winfrey

 

~ Published 5/15/2021: Dan Keuler, Newsletter Editor ~

~ Newberg Noon Rotary Club Newsletter ~

Rotary Club of Newberg, Zoom Meeting

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

 

~ Zoom Meeting Participants ~

Shannon B, Mike, Dan, Denise, Spike, Larry, Auggie, Kim, Brandy, Ralph, Amy, Shannon K, Judy, Laura, Steve, Om, Doug, Wendy, Michael S, Paul, Amber, Michael P, Lisa, Michelle, Patrick, Stan, Dale, Paula

 

~ Call to Order ~

President Shannon Buckmaster welcomed Rotarians and Friends of Rotary to the Zoom meeting at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, 2021.

 

~ Flag Salute ~

Judy lead participants in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

~ 4 Way Test ~

Brandy lead participants in the recital of the 4 Way Test:

Rotary’s Four Way Test of the things we think, say and do:

#1 – Is it the TRUTH?

#2 – Is it FAIR to all concerned?

#3 – Will it BUILD GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

#4 – Is it BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

 

~ Announcements ~

• Pro Classification Talk series: Walter’s idea of inviting veteran members of the club to come back and re-introduce themselves in pro-classification presentations has come into form beginning today with Steve Palmer. Other members who have been slated to present in our pro classification series include Eric Bergquam, Lynn Montoya Quinn, and Spike Sumner.
• Plans are in the works for a hybrid virtual/in-person club meetings. We will return to the Chehalem Cultural Center tentatively starting May 19th. An RSVP process to order boxed lunches will be how we plan to order ahead of time. Please contact Shannon B if you will be ordering a meal for May 19. The costs will be $10 per meal, but you pay have a 2020 credit that can be used to pay lunches in the meantime. There will also be different options for the Duck, be in cash or charge.
• The District Conference was last weekend, thanks to everyone who attended.
• The Rotary International Convention is virtual and will take place June 12-14. There is still time to register, and there is a registration fee but compared to the tpyical costs to attend, this is a huge opportunity to participate without traveling or spending big money.

 

~ Guests ~

Michelle Palmer, Guest

 

~ The Rotary Duck ~

Mike: Announced that the peace committee will follow the meeting today.

Shannon B: Saw a Rotarian in the Wild: Stan Kern at the pharmacy.

Om: Wished a Happy Brithday to herself, Auggie, Paula, Ralph, and everyone else with a May Brithday!

Wendy: Had a great conversation with Laura, where she got to learn all about the international projects an grants.

Judy: Gave kudos to Lynn and the Scholarship Committee for all the hard work everyone have put into the scholarships. After Lynn came down with an illness and Kathie experienced an unfortunate death in the family (our club sends condolences), Brandy, Om, and Judy helped keep the team moving forward. Also gave a shout out to Michelle and Ann Dolan who joined Judy at the Senior Center Tuesday to serve meals.

Mike: Announced that Natalie, a Beaverton Rotarian from Armenia, sent word from her travels in Russia that a Club in Russia is seeking to be the first Russian Peace Club and is installing their first Peace Pole. They are also looking to put poles near the borders of North Korea and China.

Laura: Mentioned that she loved her conversation with Wendy and that Wendy expressed interest also in speaking to Auggie to learn about our activity in Guatamala and Patrick about Nepal. It is exciting to see Wendy really getting involved in all areas of the club so quickly. Also thanked Patrick, Paul, and Paula who has worked so hard on international projects.

Auggie: Celebrating his 68th Birthday with a donation to the Foundation.

 

Total Collected today for the Duck: $50

 

~ Today’s Program: Pro Classification Talk by Steve Palmer ~

Steve Palmer has been a Rotarian in our Newberg Noon Club since 2011, is a Paul Harris Fellow, and is our Wine Procurement Champion as well as volunteer in many other ways with relation to the auction as well as the Pancake Breakfast. Steve was born in the Bay area, but moved back to and grew up in Oregon, which is where he considers home. In high school he joined and excelled in the Debate team, becoming a National Champion and eventually was recruited for Debate in college, where he attended and competed at Carroll College in Helena, Montana. After graduating he returned to Oregon to attend the University of Oregon. After being a Clerk for a while he was recruited as an associate by the firm he now works at and is partner of: Brown, Tarlow, Bridges & Palmer P.C. at the recommendation of a judge he frequently worked with. He wanted to come to Newberg for that opportunity as well as to raise his son in the community oriented, small town feel of Newberg. His son currently lives in the Newberg area and recently Steve was blessed with his first Grandson. His wife, Michelle, is also a lawyer who specializes in social security and disability law and he gave her kudos for being exceptionally patient with him as they were together for 20 years before getting married 3 years ago. Steve also mentioned he has a passion for snow skiing, kayaking, golf, and dirtbiking. He also shared that he has taken to Cancer awareness and prevention activities. He was inspired by several tragic cancer related experiences over recent years including the tragic passing of his Cousin as well as his lifelong best friend, and shared that his sister is currently battling stage 4 cancer. He pointed out that many cases like these are preventable with early intervention/detection and that we should all take care of ourselves and get phsyical issues checked out to avoid these tragically early deaths. You are never too busy to take care of your health.

Steve also discussed his efforts with relation to the auction as our Wine Procurement Champion. He shared how he was mentored in this way by local wine specialist and philanthropist Jack Czarnecki. His efforts over the years have netted a lot of revenue from local wineries with whom he has built relationships. In more recent years it has become more difficult to procure as these wineries are heavily pestered by organizations like ours to contribute. This is why it is critically important that we all reach out to these wineries who do donate after the auctions to thank them and order more if possible to support them.

Steve currently is a partner at Brown, Tarlow, Bridges & Palmer P.C. This firm is the second oldest firm in Yamhill County and oldest existing firm in Newberg having started in 1971. The founding partners, who are now retired, were both active Rotarians in Newberg and both Past Presidents (Don Tarlow was our Club President 1991-92). His partner is also currently a member of the Early Birds Club. Steve started out with a focus in Family Law as it was personally relevant to his life. He then moved towards his current specializations as a divorce attorney as well as working in estate planning.

Steve discussed the importance of Estate Planning to everyone as it provides a lot of relief with regard to setting up your estate for your family. He pointed out that there are 3 major aspects to estate planning that we should all strongly consider looking into if we haven’t already. These three factors include setting up a will, setting up a power of attorney, and setting an advance directive. The will is what we all are likely familiar with, and is important to provide specific directions and allocations of your estate to meet your expectations and preferences in specific ways. The power of attorney is a legal document that nominates someone you love and trust to legally act on your behalf if you are incapacitated in some way. For example, if you are in an accident and unable to sign off on your taxes, this person will be able to act on your behalf in important ways while you are unable. Finally the advance directive (sometimes known as a living will) is a legal order made out by you, or a person you give such authority, to determine directives with regard to your end of life health instructions. i.e. whether you do or do not what to be kept alive on life support, etc. Steve insisted these are all important but that we should all AT LEAST have a simple, low cost Will, as it provides direction for your assets and more importantly your wishes for who should take legal guardianship over your kids assuming they are minors. For more information you can go to his firm’s website at https://www.newberglaw.com/.

 

 

~ Next Week’s Program: Classification Talk by Shawn Daley ~

Check your e-mails for Mike Caruso’s Zoom meeting access information.

~ Joke of the Day ~

“Geology rocks… But Geography is where its at.”

~ Happy Quotes! ~

“Winning doesn’t always mean being first. Winning means you’re doing better than you’ve ever done before.“

– Bonnie Blair, Olympic Speed Skater

 

~ Published 5/9/2021: Dan Keuler, Newsletter Editor ~

~ Newberg Noon Rotary Club Newsletter ~

Rotary Club of Newberg, Zoom Meeting

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

 

~ Zoom Meeting Participants ~

Shannon B, Mike, Dan, Joe, Paul, Amber, Michelle, Spike, Curt, Gene, Brandy, Todd, Michael S, Kathie, Shannon K, Doug, Dale, Larry, Ralph, Auggie, Laura, Denise, Kathi, Kim, Christy, Paula, Jim, Wendy, Lynn, Om, Jeff

 

~ Call to Order ~

President Shannon Buckmaster welcomed Rotarians and Friends of Rotary to the Zoom meeting at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, 2021. The Rotarians split out into breakout groups to start the meeting.

 

~ Flag Salute ~

Christy lead participants in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

~ 4 Way Test ~

Spike lead participants in the recital of the 4 Way Test:

Rotary’s Four Way Test of the things we think, say and do:

#1 – Is it the TRUTH?

#2 – Is it FAIR to all concerned?

#3 – Will it BUILD GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

#4 – Is it BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

 

~ Announcements ~

• Foundation Board Elections: We completed (with some mild troubleshooting) live voting today! Good luck to all of the candidates!
• Plans are in the works for a hybrid virtual/in-person club meetings. We will return to the Chehalem Cultural Center tentatively starting May 19th. An RSVP process is in the works, as we will be doing boxed lunches and need to know how many to order. The costs will be $10 per meal, but you pay have a 2020 credit that can be used to pay lunches in the meantime. There will be plenty of room to be able to have full attendance and social distance, and everyone will be required to wear a mask the entire time with the exception of while eating. If you do not have a credit you can bring cash or check at the door.

 

~ Guests ~

Shyla Jasper, Guest Speaker

Rebecca Piros, Guest, Newberg School District Board Member

 

~ The Rotary Duck ~

Dan K: Apologized for not completing the last newsletter.

Brandy: Reminded us that in the evening will be the first Club Social through Zoom which will be a Game night! How fun!

Auggie: Had an opportunity to have coffee with a fellow Rotarian Christy. He recommended having a coffee to get to know her or another fellow Rotarian.

Christy: Also enjoyed having coffee with members, and even connecting by phone and other means. She also wanted to give kudos to the Interact Club who planted at the Providence Community Garden. This is a great time to be gardening. Christy brought her kids, who were very excited for the high schoolers allowing them to help. Her kids were very inspired by the high schoolers positive examples.

Kathie: Remembered the ice storm and challenges in the last season, and honored the PGE service people who came back out to clear more limbs.

Laura: Ex Shared that our Foundation contributed funds to “Tied with Love”, whereby a young high school girl is tying blankets for homeless. She has a goal of tying 60 total blankets and is soliciting help from anyone who might be willing to work on a blanket or two.

Ralph: Mentioned that he will not be able to make the game night as he is looking into a volunteering opportunity. Also, he also jokingly advised us that “then the leaf of an oak tree is the size of a squirrel’s ear, it is time to plant.

Jim: Mentioned that up until this year, Water Polo was a contact sport. This year they will have to keep a few feet between eachother due to covid. The kids are not happy about the change but are thrilled to be able to play at all. Jim also mentioned that there is an election coming up and that everyone should get out there and vote.

 

Total Collected today for the Duck: $70

 

~ Today’s Program: Newberg Youth Homelessness and Mental Health by Shyla Jasper, Newberg School District ~

Shyla Jasper works with the Newberg School District. She works with some of the youth in the District who experience homelessness and mental health issues and has worked with the District in this capacity for more than a decade. She explained that The McKinney–Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 1987 is a United States federal law that provides federal money for homeless shelter programs. This Federal Act requires the District to provide free meals to these qualifying youth, no extensive paperwork or detailed proof of need required. Shyla connects with these qualifying parties and connects them to services available and assessing needs to help the student and ensure they have access to quality education, as other students get. They find opportunities to meet these students’ needs in terms of food, school supplies, and clothing. The resource rooms have been an amazing asset/resource in this regard. Schools must support and provide service for students who are homeless or have what is legally defined as inadequate living arrangements. Most of the students who qualify under this act in our district are students who are staying and sharing a living quarters with others while not legally on the lease. COVID has created a challenge in identifying which students qualify primarily through interactions. COVID has reduced the opportunities for determining qualifying students in this way which is unfortunate. The total students served has reduced by approximately half vs the prior school year down to 135 students. She mentioned that there is an expectation that these numbers are always underreported, but more so in the pandemic situation. She suggested that YCAP has also been a big help and partner in many ways. If you are looking for ways to help, you can reach out to YCAP or to Shyla. People in need often need gas cards, storage units, feminine hygiene products, laundry money, etc. Our Club Foundation, with the help of Paul J, have been contributors to the Resource Rooms as as well as the local Homeless shelters.

Thanks to Shyla for presenting and more importantly for serving our at risk youth in our community.

 

~ Next Week’s Program: Pro Classification Talk by Steve Palmer ~

Check your e-mails for Mike Caruso’s Zoom meeting access information.

~ Joke of the Day ~

“Goodbye boiling water… You will be mist.”

~ Happy Quotes! ~

“Service starts by our examples.“

– Christy Cowgill during today’s meeting

 

~ Published 5/1/2021: Dan Keuler, Newsletter Editor ~