Dublin-Worthington News Stories
Recap of Club Meeting - May 24
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 By:|
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Recap of May 24 , 2023 MeetingSpeaker: Club AssemblyTopic: Future-looking, address club member concerns, setup for Teresa YouTube: https://youtu.be/1zmJd6XW080 |
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Next Club Meeting- June 7
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 By: Kim Conrad|
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Next Meeting June 7, 2023Time: NoonFellowship: 12:00 pm Where: York Country Club 7459 N High St Columbus, OH 43235 Speaker: Don Chen Topic: Kforce Club Meeting Assignments Cashier: Harry Pukay-Martin Sergeant: Alan Grossman Greeter: Doug Southgate Invocation: Tom Rice Raffle: Judy Barnhart |
Member Celebrations
Friday, August 6, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-Maxwell
Happy Birthday to Jan Wagner on Aug 13th.Club Anniversaries:
Roe Mauro, 21 years
Mary Greenlee, 7 years
Trent Bowers, 6 yearsShare
Board Meeting Highlights
Sunday, August 1, 2021 By: David O. HansenJuly 15, 2021 Board Meeting Highlights
Approved: Dana Vogelmeier, District 6690 consulant to facilitate club strategic planning session.
Authorized: Expenditure of $200 for purchase of video equipment for club hybrid meetings.
Discussed: Proposed long-term partnership with Slate Hill Elementary School.
Discussed: Presentation by Columbus State long-term scholarship recipient to club.
Discussed: Activities of the Communications Committee.
Discussed: Status of the Labor Day Rotary Family Picnic.
Discussed: Activities of the Club Service Committees.
Discussed: Visit to partner club in Dominican Republic in late September, early October.
ShareIn Memory of Ann Pechacek
Sunday, August 1, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-Maxwell
Most of you know of the sad news that our club lost a great Rotarian. I wanted to share Paul's profile again for Rotary members who may not have known her and her impact on our community.
Ann attended the last meeting and gave a "$20 for 20" happy dollar for being with the Worthington Library for 20 years and being in Ohio for 20 years. She also gave an unhappy dollar because she was not excited about Oklahoma going to the SEC.
She loved the library and Oklahoma and she truly put service above self.
Ann Pechacek
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Harmony, Relator, Lifelong Learner
Tell me about yourself. Give me three facts that include information about your family, your career, and your pastimes.
I am originally from Oklahoma and Oklahoma is in my blood! From there I went to the University of Alaska (I always wanted to live there.) then back across country to Fayetteville, North Carolina. I have been in Worthington since 2001 and I’m settled here. I am the Lead Librarian at the Old Worthington Library where I spend a most of my time with working with kids and teens.
How long have you belonged to Rotary? What’s the best thing about membership?
Chuck Gibson was responsible for leading me to Rotary. Rotary gives me a chance to extend my work with teens as part of the Interact Club. It also helps me meet new people and do volunteer work.
As you look back on your life and your career, where and when did you have the biggest impact on others? Who was impacted and how?
I’d have to say it is working with teens. I have met with many teens through the library and through book talks and book clubs. I feel that the kids who come into the library really like books and books influence their lives and my greatest impact is getting that one reluctant teen or child the book that will lead them to a lifetime of learning and reading.
As you look back, which of the opportunities you have/had has been the most fulfilling to you personally? Why?
Again, working with teens. I am fulfilled when I have the opportunity to make a difference for, or with, a teen. I have been a librarian for 22 years and 21 of those years I focused on teens, now I have a chance to work with younger kids and recommend books for years to come.
Describe the most challenging project you have ever worked on. What was your role? What was the result?
I’m proud to say that the challenges at work seem manageable even through 2020, the COVID-19 year. I am ready for patrons to come back to the library. I want to get back into schools for class visits and book clubs too.
What are some things you are passionate about? What really excites you? What gets your adrenalin flowing? What makes your heart sing?
I love to travel and to experience different cultures. I have been to Africa, the Czech Republic, Ireland, Italy, and a few more. The list of places I’d like to visit is pretty lengthy. Travel makes me happy and if it includes world-wide travel or local road trips I hope to continue to explore.
What are you especially skilled at? What is something that others often tell you that they think makes you stand out?
People tell me I have a sense of humor. They also say I focus on other people’s accomplishments rather than my own.
When you have a moment to sit back and think (dream) about your future, what do you think about?
Hopefully retiring from the Worthington Libraries then moving closer to my sister who lives in Texas. Scotland and Iceland are high up on my travel bucket list and I would like to go back to Africa.
If you could choose anyone (alive or deceased) to have lunch with, who would it be? Why?
My lunch partner would not be a celebrity or an author. I would prefer to have lunch with my grandmother who passed away in the early 1990’s. She was a volunteer librarian and loved to read. I think we could have a great adult conversation.
Announcements
Sunday, August 8, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-Maxwell.png)
The Bill Shantz Memorial Golf Outing
September 20th, 2021
Organized by the Powell Chamber of Commerce
Starts at 8am at Scioto Reserve
New Meeting Space
We will meet at Steve Payerle's office: 400 W Wilson Bridge Rd. Meetings will be held in the 1st floor conference room.
Jim Miller Update
Good news - Jim is out of surgery and has been recovering the last few days. Anita says that he continues to make slow but steady progress and things are looking good, although they aren't sure when he'll get out of the hospital just yet.
Rotary Family Picnic
The Rotary Family Picnic is coming up on September 5 and we need your volunteer support to make it happen. I'm asking all members to go to https://forms.gle/xEgsRfcn15Dzy9Tf7 and complete our very quick survey letting us know where you would like to volunteer and at what time. Spouses, families, and friends are welcome to volunteer as well, just fill out a second form for them!
This is a great opportunty for members to get involved and support our community, and it can't happen without your volunteer efforts. Thank you for your help!
Picture Day
The Communications Committee is happy to announce Club Picture Day! As we work to promote the club through social media, we are finding that many of the member photos on the club’s website are of poor quality (resolution) or simply outdated. Our own Alan Zink is graciously donating his time and expertise to take member photos in the conference room immediately following our next lunch meeting on August 18th. If you’d like to participate, simply show up to the meeting in your favorite shirt- the one that brings out the color of your eyes and makes you feel like a million bucks! The goal is to take as many high-quality images as possible for use in our social media campaigns which in turn will help grow our club!
Thanks in advance for your participation and we’ll see you on the 18th.Share
Next Club Meeting
Sunday, August 1, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellJenna Dray, leads the Columbus COhatch locations as Market Leader, and will provide background on how COhatch got started, who they are and share where they are heading.
ShareJuly 28, 2021: Hybrid Meeting
Sunday, August 1, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellThis was the 4th meeting of the 47 year of the Dublin-Worthington Rotary Club.
We welcomed Glen Ferguson as a guest.
2. Peggy and Glenn Murgatroyd spoke of their 17 year old granddaughter who recently finished Army Boot Camp. In August she will join the National Guard as a Combat Engineer.
Their grandson, Nolan, got married a few weeks ago and is a Lieutenant at Warren Air Force Base and he is a missilier.
3. Dave Hansen accompanied his twin granddaughters to Cleveland to go to Case Western Reserve where one of his granddaughters will be attending. He took a tour of the student union where he noticed information on their 13 Nobel Prize Winners.
4. Alan Zink gave a dollar for truth and honesty. He played a round of golf at Worthington Hills and the person who parked next to him had hit his car. Alan left the other driver a note and the driver called him the next day.
5. Chuck had a happy dollar but I couldn't hear the audio 🙁
A Kid Again's mission statement is that they exist to foster hope, happiness, and healing for children with life-threatening conditions and their families. They cater to children with any life threatening sicknesses. That way they can help kids and families that wouldn't otherwise have an organization to help them. They currently have 1000 families enrolled.
A Kid Again was founded in 1995 in Columbus, Ohio by Jeffrey Damron, to make an impact on families raising a child with a life-threatening condition. Since that time, they now have served families in 32 states and have impacted over 200,000 people. A Kid Again focuses on the entire family, not just the sick child, by providing them a monthly cost-free, care-free event, which they call an Adventure. These Adventures let the entire family forget about the illness and the medical bills they may have and allow the children to feel just like "A Kid Again.” A Kid Again takes care of the miscellaneous such as parking, tickets, food, and even gas cards. When a child has something to look forward to, it becomes deeply impactful to their healing. When a child from the program passes away the family becomes an Angel Wing Family who still can participate in the programs for 3 addtional years. This helps with the greiveing process. There are currently 13 Angel Wing Families.
Covid impacted the foundation like it did many other organizations. Rick Ricart, who is the Board Chair, came up with an idea to do a drive through modual in warehouses. There first adventure help 150 cars in a 2 hour period. They also did adventures in a box, and different cooking themes. Easton hosted a drive in movie where they played Trolls.
Their biggest event is the Columbus Zoo. The zoo closes to the public at 6pm to host families. All the staff that stays volunteers their time. The first adventure the foundation held was at King's Island in 1998. They hosted 200 people. The adventure they held at King's Island 2 weeks ago hosted 4,000.
There are 40,000 families in Central Ohio who could qualify for their program adventures. So far this year they have helped 130 families. This is currently the biggest year yet. The foundation is working on spreading the word and getting more staff and outreach. Travis says that they are ''the best kept secret in Central Ohio". They are currently partnering with places like Nationwide Children't Hospital and The Ohio State University. They are currently trying to partner with The Ronald McDonald House and they have an adventure lined up at The Flying Horse Farms in October. Flying Horse Farms has zipline that is accessible to people in wheelchairs.
A Kid Again is a national foundation that is a private non-profit. They rely on donations. If you know of anyone that would like to know about these adventures or would like to donate, have them go to the website to enroll: A Kid Again - Serving Children with a Life-Threatening Condition.
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Member Celebrations
Friday, July 30, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellHappy Birthday to Ted Inbusch on Aug 8th.
Wedding Anniversaries:
Court and Barb Chapman, 28 years
Jim and Anita Miller, 40 years
Shirley and Joe Lambert, 57 yearsShare
Next Club Meeting
Sunday, July 25, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellTravis Gulling, Executive Director of A Kid Again, will present:
A Kid Again – making an impact on families raising a child with a life-threatening condition
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“A Kid Again was founded in 1995 in Columbus, Ohio to make an impact on families raising a child with a life-threatening condition. Since that time, we now serve families in 32 states and have impacted over 200,000 people. A Kid Again focused on the entire family, not just the sick child, by provided them a monthly cost-free, care-free event, which they call an Adventure. These Adventures let the entire family forget about the illness and the medical bills they may have and allow the children to feel just like A Kid Again.”
Announcement:
***This will be our last meeting at the Worthington School Building. Starting in Aug., we will meet at Steve Payerle's office: 400 W. Wilson Bridge Rd.
Club Meeting - March 23
Sunday, March 20, 2022 By:
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Next Meeting March 23, 2022Time: NoonFellowship: 11:30 am Where: Next Level Technologies 400 W Wilson Bridge Rd Suite 100 Worthington, OH 43085 Speaker: TBD Topic: TBD Club Meeting Assignments Cashier: Christie Bruffy Sergeant: Alan Grossman Greeter: Unknown Invocation: George Norris Raffle: Bonnie Mitchell If you cannot join in person: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89297827560?pwd=OVdPTUQ5TzdZZzJMY2p6b2N2LzMzdz09 Meeting ID: 892 9782 7560 Passcode: 302000 One tap mobile +13017158592,,89297827560#,,,,*302000# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,89297827560#,,,,*302000# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) Meeting ID: 892 9782 7560 Passcode: 302000 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kbri4TYvp6 |
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July 21, 2021: Hybrid Meeting
Sunday, July 25, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellThis was the 3rd meeting of the 47th year of the Dublin-Worthington Rotary Club.
Visiting today was Jerry Katz's wife (of almost 59 years), Merci.
Jerry Katz also filled in as Sergeant.
2. Ann Pechacek's sister celebrated her 50th birthday in Colorado by participating in a 14 feeter.
3. Ted Inbusch is happy the Milwaukee Bucks won.
4. Jerry Katz told a number of "dad jokes" and according to him; "if you groan, you pay".
Presentation
Heather and Alan Grossman talked about their dogs. They have 3 dogs that are F.E.M.A. certified. One is certified as a search and rescue dog and two are search and recovery dogs. Other names are live find dogs and/or human remain dogs. Heather is part of the Ohio Task Force as a Canine Search Specialist. Their dogs have helped the American Police Canine Association (APCA), Midwest Canine, and The Kentucky Search Dog Association.
Common breeds that trained for this work are field bred hunting dogs like Labs, Golden Retrievers, Belguin Malinois, and German Shepherds. Dogs that do this type of work need to be independent, have high drive, and love rewards. It is also important that they are able to separate from their owner/trainer to be sent away to work. A dog can not become certified until at least 18 months of age. Dogs are taught in two parts; hunt/search and obedience. Heather says that the Belguin Malinois are the best dog for this because of their agility and high level of intensity. This means that the dog will work longer and harder.
Heather and Alan train their dogs through odor. It is important to make sure they generalize the odors so that the dog can search anywhere. Their dogs are rewarded with "tugs". This is a particual toy that is connected to a specific odor. If they dog doesn't find anything (because nothing is there), they get a ball. The dogs are also taught to not engage with people so that people become neutral to them. The dog will never have to worry about people this way and will only trust Heather.
The training requires a lot of volunteers. This is a combination of people and samples of tissue in various states of decompositon. They will hide people everywhere of all different ethnicities and ages. The dogs are trained to find as little as an ounce of blood up to someone who is deceased. This includes skeletal or tissued samples. These samples can be hidden, burned, buired, and even underwater. The dog will sit in front at attention in front of the source of the odor.
Heather gave a public service announcement; Always ask to pet a dog.
Enjoy the presentation by clicking this link. Melvin, one of their dogs, also gives a demonstration.
More pictures from the meeting: Click HereShare
Family Picnic
Sunday, July 25, 2021 By: Roger N. Johnson
The Labor Day Steering Committee asked me to handle donations for up-and-coming Labor Day festivities and fundraising. Perhaps you were not aware that we are having the Family picnic on Labor Day (Sunday, September 5) as we could not have it on 4 July. (The city only decided to go ahead with fireworks on June 2)The family picnic is a major fundraiser for our club and provides the funds to continue our community and global service. To that end we are asking you to consider a donation in your name or the name of your business. Many folks donate $100 in some cases $500.
If you have not donated in the past, please give serious consideration to do so! Our fund raising over this year suffered because of the pandemic, so this year is very important that we have a banner fundraising year. Donating is very easy. Just email me the amount you would like to donate and Jennifer Best will include it on your October invoice.
Thank you for your consideration and your service to the club.
In service above self
Roger JohnsonShare
Recap of Club Meeting - March 9
Sunday, March 13, 2022 By:
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Recap of the March 9, 2022 MeetingSpeaker: Mike MoultanTopic: Spring & Organic Gardening YouTube: https://youtu.be/HqIBWaeFz60 |
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Worthington Spotlight
Sunday, July 25, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellOur club was featured in the Worthington Spotlight.
Click this link to read the article: https://www.worthingtonspotlight.com/pageview/viewer/2021-07-01#page=17Share
Announcements for the Week of March 14
Sunday, March 13, 2022 By:
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March Food DriveWe will be having a food drive on March 26th from 9-12:00pm to support local food pantries. Below is the sign-up sheet for the event. Please note, the captain is in charge of managing that specific location during the event and food delivery to the food pantries. Please email Andrew Saneholtz (apsaneholtz@yahoo.com) if you are interested in volunteering. People outside our club can sign-up. Please let Andrew know what location you want to be at.
Thank you to those that have signed up! Project: Food Drive Service Project Description: As a club, we will embark on a social distance project to collect items for the Worthington Resource Pantry and the Dublin Food Pantry. Food Drive: Date is March 26th Times are 9-12:00pm Locations in need of Volunteers: Oakland Nursery (161) Kroger Fresh Fare (161) Hills Market (315) volunteers: |
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2022 Service Project Competition63 Money donations and 5 that will be made.Total of 68 blankets that will be donated for the My Very Own Blanket Project. Thank you very much for all who participated!!! |
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Save the DateSpring 2022 RAH RAHChristie Bruffy was able to secure time at the Zaftig Taphouse for us to hang out and socialize. There will be a food truck on premises for some yummy treats. According to Zaftig's Website, If You Cheese Food Truck will be on premises on March 30th.
When: March 30, 2022 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM
Where: Zaftig Tap Room, 7020 Huntley Rd A, Worthington, OH 43229 RSVP by March 25: CLICK ON THIS LINK or Contact: Katie McCartney at katie@katiemccartney.com or 614-918-9942 Participants: 19 |
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Slate Hill Elementary Partnership Volunteers NeededThe Slate Hill Elementary partnership is beginning to recruit volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering in the school classrooms at Slate Hill, you can reach out to nick@worthingtonresourcepantry.org to get signed up.We will be kicking off with an activity that all club members can do - writing notes of encouragement to students for their testing! Starting next week, we will have note cards available for club members to write a quick note to a few students to get them pumped up for their tests. |
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Kick Cancer's ButtAll throughout the month of March, Peggy will be looking for donations for the Kick Cancer's Butt Initiative. Please contact Peggy on how to donate. |
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Youth Peace & Leadership SymposiumApril 8, 2022The Rotary Club of Dublin Worthington is looking to sponsor up to 5 interested high school students at this event. |
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Paul Harris Society MembersLarry Arnold and MJ Shackelford Stopped by March 9th's meeting to honor:Mark Beaver Connie Hendren Dave Kittredge Steve Payerle Darnell Perkins Alan Woo |
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2022-2023 Leadership TeamThe team has decided to keep the same players in the same roles for the 2022-2023 year.Steve Payerle - President Teresa Russell - President Elect James Farmer - President Nominee Dave Hansen - Secretary Jerry Katz - Treasurer |
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Announcements
Sunday, July 25, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellThe D-W Rotary Memorial Golf Outing
This has been rescheduled for Friday July 30th and will be held at Glen Ross Golf Club
Cheshire Rd., Delaware, Ohio
Tee times starting at 12 noon
2021 Memorial Honoree is Bill Shantz
Call Mike if you have questions: 614-507-4395
September 20th, 2021
Organized by the Powell Chamber of Commerce
Starts at 8am at Scioto Reserve
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Membership Spotlight: Todd Weithman
Sunday, March 13, 2022 By: Paul J. CynkarFinding Success in the Success of Others
Paul Cynkar, March 2022
This is another in a series of member profiles based on discovery interview questions that were designed to get an up close view of the traits and strengths of the members who provide leadership to this organization.
Membership Spotlight: Todd Weithman
Fortunate, Trustworthy, Family Man
Tell us about yourself. Give us three facts that include information about your family, your career and your pastimes.I am a certified financial planner and partner with Ken Carey, another Rotarian. I’ve been married to my wife, Sheri, for 28 years. We have three girls. The oldest, Lexi, is a nurse in Cincinnati. Our middle daughter, Ava, is a student at the University of Cincinnati. Our youngest, Sophia, is a student at Olentangy High School. All three daughters play or have played volleyball so we’ve spent a lot of time at their games. Our calendars are full of volleyball games and tourneys all around the country between January and July. Beyond that, I like to golf, sail and take our pontoon boat out on Alum Creek.
How long have you belonged to Rotary? What’s the best thing about membership?
I joined Rotary in 1996 at the same time as Charlie Vestey. The best thing about Rotary is the relationships built with other members. I have always found that I have been able to meet great people and build strong friendships through Rotary.
As you look back on your life and your career, where and when did you have the biggest impact on others? Who was impacted and how?
I have served as a mentor for many people in business, sports and life. I talk them through the things they are going through and discuss options and strategies to help them succeed. Often the focus is education and their career.
As you look back, which of the opportunities you’ve had has been the most fulfilling to you personally? Why?
It has been very fulfilling for me to raise my family, provide for them and give them an opportunity to do the things they want to do. I enjoy watching them thrive!
Describe the most challenging project you’ve ever worked on. What was your role? What was the result?
It was volleyball related. I helped a coach start his own Club from scratch. Now he has hundreds of kids in his program. The challenge was much the same as someone starting a new business.
What are some things you are passionate about? What really excites you? What gets your adrenalin flowing? What makes your heart sing?
Financial planners are pretty even-keeled people. We counsel our clients to minimize emotion in their investments. I certainly am passionate about watching my kids play volleyball. That said, I am also passionate about helping people. I like to give back to others. I have been involved in a basketball league for underprivileged kids. Not a lot of people know that my daughter Ava had brain cancer back in 2017 and my wife is still dealing with breast cancer. So calling it a passion isn't correct but it is something that has changed my life and my approach to handling issues. It definitely gives you a different perspective on things. I could be having a bad day but there is someone who is dealing with a more dire situation than me so it makes me reflect and be thankful for what I have
What are you especially skilled at? What is something that others often tell you that they think makes you stand out?
I’m good at my job. It involves talking and connecting which leads to building trust and strong relationships. Trust and strong relationships are the foundational skills of a successful financial planner.
When you have a moment to sit back and think (dream) about your future, what do you think about?
I am fortunate that I have a job that I love. I’m still a long way from retirement and I think I’ll end up like my father who stayed very busy after he retired. I’m sure I will continue to travel and I will volunteer to help others in need.
If you could choose anyone (alive or deceased) to have lunch with, who would it be? Why?
I’d love to have lunch with Michael Jordan. He was, and is, so driven at so many levels. The conversation would center on his motivation and what makes him tick.
FCBank
Sunday, July 25, 2021 By: John ButterfieldJenny Saunders, president of FCBank, presented a check for $5,000 to President Steve Payerle and Jerry Katz, chair of the Rotary Family Picnic. FCBank is again the presenting sponsor, having been the sponsor of the Fourth of July 2019 event. Due to Covid, this year’s event and the club’s 16th year of hosting, was rescheduled to Labor Day weekend on Sunday, September 5. Jeff Appel, who along with a project team from Leadership Worthington, developed the event in 2005.
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Club Meeting - March 16
Sunday, March 13, 2022 By:
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March 16, 2022 MeetingTime: NoonFellowship: 11:30 am Where: Next Level Technologies 400 W Wilson Bridge Rd Suite 100 Worthington, OH 43085 Speaker: Speakup Contest Topic: Speakup Contest Club Meeting Assignments Cashier: Sam Milliron Sergeant: Ken Carey Greeter: Jerry Katz Invocation: Jerry Katz Raffle: Tuck Saul Zoom: Unknown If you are unable to attend physically: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84233404665?pwd=S0pPMFFxRDdPMlcvNFRvWTdNQTFJdz09 Meeting ID: 842 3340 4665 Passcode: 078664 Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) Meeting ID: 842 3340 4665 Passcode: 078664 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kiFPDF7pB |
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Dublin Scholarship Recipients
Friday, July 23, 2021 By: John ButterfieldCLUB SELECTS DUBLIN SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
The club has awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a graduate from each of Dublin’s three high schools. The students were recognized at the club’s June 16 meeting.
According to Darnell Perkins, scholarship committee chairperson, a total of 24 students from the three high schools applied for the scholarships, totaling $3,000. Recipients were determined based on their participation in community service, financial need, academic performance, leadership and career goals.
Olivia Haines was selected as the recipient from Dublin Jerome High School. She plans to attend The Ohio State University as a vocal performance major. She has volunteered at a camp for disabled children since seventh grade and with her family has sponsored blood drives and made Christmas gift baskets for needy families. Olivia participated in the school’s dance/drill team where she served as co-captain, color guard, drama club and show choir.
The recipient from Dublin Coffman High School is William Sun, who will attend Johns Hopkins University pursuing a biomedical engineering major. Innovative and resourceful, William has founded several school clubs and activities, including speech and debate club, medical club TEDx innovation drive, and the Emergency Relief Alliance, created during Covid to help struggling local businesses. He also founded and serves as executive director of the Dublin Tennis Outreach Program (DTOP), a nonprofit organization that provides free tennis clinics to elementary school students. He was also captain of the school’s varsity tennis team.
Kurt Joshi is Dublin Scioto High School’s scholarship recipient. The school’s valedictorian, he will attend The Ohio State University, majoring in finance and computer science. He has been involved in many clubs, including the business club, which he co-founded, Spanish club and Rotary’s Interact club. He also played on the varsity football team. He received the Questbridge College Prep Scholar Award, presented to high-achieving juniors from low-income backgrounds. Since January 2021, he worked 20 hours per week as a sales associate.
Other club members serving on the selection committee were: Dave Hanson, Dave Jordan, Dick Ollilia, Theo Shannon and Wynn Wiksell.
In collaboration with the Worthington AM Rotary Club, the club also awarded a full-ride scholarship to Columbus State Community College to Thomas Worthington High School graduate Omar Mares Orelas.
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Recap of Club Meeting - March 2
Monday, March 7, 2022 By:
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Recap of March 2, 2022 MeetingSpeaker: Johanna WintrichTopic: My Immigrant Story YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Fi6RhcppUo0 |
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Member Celebrations
Friday, July 23, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellClub Anniversaries: Dave King: 36 years
Jerry Katz: 26 years
Both anniversaries are on 08/01.
Wedding Anniversary:
Mark and Sarah Beaver on July 29, 5 years.Share
Club Meeting - February 2
Sunday, January 30, 2022 By: |
February 2, 2022 MeetingTime: NoonFellowship: 11:30 am Where: Next Level Technologies 400 W Wilson Bridge Rd Suite 100 Worthington, OH 43085 Speaker: Jesse Jones & Omar Orelas Topic: Columbus State and Our Scholarship Recipient Club Meeting Assignments Cashier: Christie Bruffy Sergeant: Teresa Russell Greeter: Darnell Perkins Invocation: Tom Rice Raffle: Tom Reis Zoom: Unkown If you are unable to join physically: DW Rotary is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Rotary - Hybrid Lunch Meeting - 02.02.2022 Time: Feb 2, 2022 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87369343036?pwd=Y2E5eWdqd3hVOEhhTzZZUFhZOUh6Zz09 Meeting ID: 873 6934 3036 Passcode: 485599 One tap mobile +16465588656,,87369343036#,,,,*485599# US (New York) +13017158592,,87369343036#,,,,*485599# US (Washington DC) Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) Meeting ID: 873 6934 3036 Passcode: 485599 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kePVX6U0K |
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Member Spotlight: John Bader
Friday, July 23, 2021 By: Paul J. CynkarAdvancing the Leadership Mindset
Finding Success in the Success of Others
Paul Cynkar, July 2021
This is another in a series of member profiles based on discovery interview questions that were designed to get an up close view of the traits and strengths of some of the members who provide leadership to this organization.
Membership Spotlight: John Bader
Entrepreneurial Activator and Advocate
Tell me about yourself. Give me three facts that include information about your family, your career and your pastimes.
From two marriages, (both spouses are deceased) I have a daughter in Worthington, son in Florida, and two grandsons. Also a stepdaughter in Galena and one in LA. I also have a foster son. The Galena stepdaughter has triplets plus one. I also have a twin brother in Colorado. I currently live in Powell. Fifty years ago I lived in Worthington Hills and I was one of the co-founders of the Worthington Hills Fourth of July Parade.
I went to Albion College, Mich. University of Michigan and The Ohio State Law School. I was never interested in corporate law but my law degree has served me well in business. I served in the US Air Force; did credit & bond ratings for a Wall St. firm, Employee Benefit Consultant for Ohio Banks, then started my investment and acquisition company in 1977. Over the years I have started over 35 businesses. Some have been successful and some not, but I’ve learned something from each of them. I wrote a book, “Straddling the Abyss: Creating Success through Perseverance, Timing and a Little Luck” about entrepreneurship which received a finalist award for the best business book in 2020. It was ranked in the top five out of 400 entries. I also serve on several boards and foundations and currently am a commissioner for the Delaware Park System.
How long have you belonged to Rotary? What’s the best thing about membership?
I joined Rotary in 1980. My dad was President of clubs in Detroit and Portsmouth, Ohio. The best thing is meeting a diverse group of business people and forming many ongoing friendships along with leaving a number of footprints from service projects around the Dublin/Worthington communities.
As you look back on your life and your career, where and when did you have the biggest impact on others? Who was impacted and how?
In business, I’ve worked with several struggling companies to right the ship and go on to be very successful. As a high school track coach for ten years with Coach Gary Smith, I saw many caterpillars turn into butterflies as they overcame insecurities, and went on to become outstanding athletes. Several made it to the Olympic trials. I also taught a course in finance for the Columbus School System with several students moving on to make it a career.
As you look back, which of the opportunities you’ve had has been the most fulfilling to you personally? Why?
Giving a purpose to live for my second wife who was battling a form of ALS. Although confined to a wheelchair, we carried the Olympic Torch in 1996; used a voice activated computer, supplied by the Rotary Foundation so she was able to write several children books, and she was acknowledged by Cornell University Lab of Ornithology as an expert in bird study with over twenty-two nesting boxes and feeders in her back yard. When she passed I established a bird sanctuary and lodge library in her name at a park in Delaware County where her grandchildren now go to remember her.
Describe the most challenging project you’ve ever worked on. What was your role? What was the result? What did you learn?
I have had many, but closer to home involved the establishment of the Dublin/Worthington Foundation in 1987. Along with two other Club attorneys we put together the bylaws and charter with the mission statement to provide emergency assistance to people in need, with hands on involvement. The program was designed to fill the gap between the time that the emergency occurred and when other programs kicked into gear. Not all club members were on board, since some just wanted to write a check and move on. Some were upset that their pet project or charity would not be included. Over time however, our mission statement won out, and today our Foundation serves a unique purpose, unmatched by any others in the area. The Foundation Grant has become the first line of help for many in need.
What are some things you are passionate about? What really excites you? What gets your adrenalin flowing? What makes your heart sing?
I enjoy helping the younger generation get their careers and passions off the ground. For the past several years I have been involved with Eric Gnezda and Songs at the Center, a national TV production company featuring singers/songwriters. Helping young artist get exposure to a national audience has been very rewarding.
What are you especially skilled at? What is something that others often tell you that they think makes you stand out?
I am probably the jack of all trades but the master of none. There are so many things I like to do. I have been told that my sense of humor keeps things lively. Being the only Sergeant-at-Arms at our Club for twenty years should attest to that.
When you have a moment to sit back and think (dream) about your future, what do you think about? What things would you like to do in your life that you haven’t gotten around to yet? Is there something else you would like to accomplish?
I never plan to retire since I am having too much fun. I am still involved with a half dozen businesses nationwide, enjoy traveling, playing tournament poker, golf, etc. Although I have been to several premiers, I would like to see the movie company that I am partnered with win a major award, however I am not planning to walk the red carpet anytime soon. I have a bucket list but I most want to spend time with my grandkids.
If you could choose anyone (alive or deceased) to have lunch with, who would it be? Why?
It depends on who is buying. However, first on the list would be a number of deceased family members and close friends. Otherwise, I think it would be inspiring to meet Douglas Bader. He was one of the RAF's top combat pilots during the Battle of Britain, a squadron leader, innovator in fighter tactics, shot down over Germany, and successfully escaped capture. What made this more remarkable was that he did it all without legs, having lost them in a plane crash before the war started. Douglas is among those on my family tree. There is a book about his experience entitled “Reach for the Sky.”
Membership Spotlight: Greg Giessler
Sunday, January 23, 2022 By: Paul J. CynkarFinding Success in the Success of Others
Paul Cynkar, January 2022
This is another in a series of member profiles based on discovery interviews that were designed to get an up-close view of the traits and strengths of the members who provide leadership to this organization.
Membership Spotlight: Greg Giessler
Integrity and Impact for the Long Run
Tell us about yourself. Give us three facts that include information about your family, your career and your pastimes.My wife, Amy, and I have two children. Graham is three and a half years old. Andi is three months old. I went through the Worthington Schools and in 1991, my sophomore year I played on the State Champion soccer team. I attended The Ohio State University and earned a degree in Forestry. After graduation I traveled internationally and lived in New Zealand for almost a year. I have been fortunate to have traveled to seventeen different countries thus far. I have worked for Cam Taylor Realtors for twenty years..
How long have you belonged to Rotary? What’s the best thing about membership?
I joined Rotary at about the same time I joined Cam Taylor. The best thing is the people I have met and the relationships I have built with other like-minded people. As I remember, I was asked to lead the Four Way Test Speech Contest immediately upon joining. It has been especially rewarding to listen to the high school students who participate in the contest.
As you look back on your life and your career, where and when did you have the biggest impact on others? Who was impacted and how?
Three things stand out to me. First are the mission trips to Honduras and the Dominican Republic. I have been to both places numerous times and I enjoyed interacting and creating relationships with people there. Those relationships were more rewarding than the financial support and work that we gave. Next would be The Battle of Worthington, a Leadership Worthington project we started almost twenty years ago in collaboration with Special Olympics. Further, as part of my career in real estate, matching the right people with their right houses is quite impactful.
As you look back, which of the opportunities you’ve had has been the most fulfilling to you personally? Why?
The ability to travel at a young age and be in places that completely put me out of my comfort zone forced me to adapt and learn. That was definitely fulfilling and beneficial to me as a person. Further, the opportunity to work with my parents, more so, my dad over the last twenty years, has been a blessing. He has always let me do things my own way yet has always been there to reel me back in when necessary. To be able to learn from such a great person on how to live life has been invaluable.
Describe the most challenging project you’ve ever worked on. What was your role? What was the result? What did you learn?
I’ll describe a personal challenge and a business challenge. Personally, I am a continual work in progress and sometimes I need to learn to get out of my own way. I have learned that life is a blessing and I need to express gratitude every morning as each day begins. The business challenge came when Amy and I purchased our real estate brokerage from my parents five years ago. I have learned that some of the most challenging efforts such as rebranding, remodeling, managing, and hiring, take a lot of effort. Though these changes can be difficult, they can also be rewarding.
What are some things you are passionate about? What really excites you? What gets your adrenalin flowing? What makes your heart sing?
I have always been a very competitive person. While I was more competitive in my younger days playing soccer and basketball, I continue to channel the competitiveness in running. I have enjoyed running marathons with my fastest time of 3 hours 12 minutes which qualified me for the Boston Marathon. I still enjoy running today but being able to spend time with my son who enjoys golf, baseball, basketball and pickleball (actually anything that involves a ball) really gets me going. We often load up the Thule stroller and hit the bike trails with our gear to get Saturday mornings off right. Andi will be able to join us soon in the Thule double running stroller I got as a gift from Santa this Christmas.
What are you especially skilled at? What is something that others often tell you that they think makes you stand out?
This is a tough question for me. I had someone once tell me everything I commit to I do. This speaks to integrity which I honestly believe is a strength. Thus, if I really want to do something it gets done no matter how large or small the task.
When you have a moment to sit back and think (dream) about your future, what do you think about? What things would you like to do in your life that you haven’t gotten around to yet? Is there something else you would like to accomplish?
Even though I am 46 years old, I feel like I am just getting started! I would like to run an ultra-marathon. I have completed a few sixty-mile team relays with Gary Williams (past member) but more specifically I would like to complete a solo fifty miler. I hope someday to continue my travels internationally and also spend more time at Ruggles Beach, Lake Erie and Sarasota, Florida, places where I have been fortunate to spend a lot of free time.
If you could choose anyone (alive or deceased) to have lunch with, who would it be? Why?
As of today, I would like to sit down with the actor Daniel Day-Lewis. This might be because I have watched a few of his movies recently. He has played some really iconic roles; he gets totally engaged in the characters he plays and he is a master of his craft. I would also like to have lunch with C.S. Lewis. I was introduced to the Chronicles of Narnia in my childhood and recently have started to watch the movies with my son with the hope of reading the books to him soon. I would love to get inside of both of their brains. If neither of those two are available, I would probably give John Bader a call.
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Monday, July 19, 2021 By: Tara Burchett-MaxwellNew Feature coming soon-
The Communications Committee would love to help promote all of our club’s wonderful committees by including a “Committee Spotlight” in our upcoming newsletters.
Bonnie Mitchell and Christie Bruffy have started to reach out already.
Once contacted, we would appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to send a brief description of your committee(s), any upcoming events/volunteer opportunities, and whether you have a need for more members to join your committee(s).
We greatly appreciate your time and look forward to hearing back from you.Share
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