Naples Sunset Rotary Next Meeting January 8, 2015

Due to the holiday time sequences our next Rotary Meeting will be January 8, 2015. We wish all a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy, Health and Prosperous New Year 2015!!

December 11, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The December 11, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary meeting was called to order by President Bill Towers at 6:40pm. Following dinner our speaker Aly Kerwin, Easter Seals Director of Development was introduced. Easter Seals is the oldest and largest voluntary health organization in the United States. Easter Seals has been helpinmg individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for over a century. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities. Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities adress life's challenges and achieve personal goals. At Easter Seals, they champion abilities. Easter Seals in Southwest Florida includes: a) Lily Academies, b) Adult Day Training Program, and c) Spanbauer Residence. Aly discussed these Southwest Florida Easter Seal projects in detail and also mentioned that they were looking for additional Board Members. Additional information on Easter Seals is available by clicking here.

December 4, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The December 4, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by Past President and Past Assistant District Governor Marcus P Zillman followed by Invocation by Joseph Davidow and then followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Our speaker Rebecca Y. Zung was then introduced by acting President Zillman. Rebecca Y. Zung is the founding partner of the Law Office of Zung-Clough, PLLC, a pre-eminent marital and family law firm in Southwest Florida. She has practiced in the area of family law for many years and strongly believes in divorce with dignity. Her commitment to her clients and to her readers is that even in the most challenging of circumstances, they feel empowered, whole and inspired to create new beginnings and new futures. She is a cum laude graduate of University of Miami School of Law. A former wealth strategist and stockbroker, Rebecca has held her Series 7 and 66 registered representative licenses, as well as the Life, Health, and Variable Annuity Insurance Licenses. Because of her diverse backgrounds, she brings extraordinary insight into every facet of family law. A frequent lecturer and author of several articles, Rebecca also continues to produce her well-known seminars designed to inspire and empower women, the "Empowered Women Series." She has been recognized as Florida Elite (Top 1%) for 2013 by Florida Trend Magazine, a "Distinctive Woman of Naples," and as a "Power Woman of Naples," by Gulfshore Life Magazine. Rebecca was also recently featured on Good Day New York (FOX), Bay Sunday San Francisco (CBS) and CafeMom, one of the world’s leading websites for moms. For more information click here.

November 20, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The November 20, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary was called to order by President Bill Towers at 6:35pm followed by Invocation by Joe Davisow and followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner President Towers introduced our speaker Gene Nara, Head of School, Royal Palm Academy. Mr. Nara has been a resident of Naples since 1977 when he moved with his wife and 8 children from Ohio. He was an administrator, coach, and teacher with Collier County Public Schools from 1977 until retiring in 2004. He has over 52 years of experience beginning his career in Ohio in 1962. Gene’s wife, Maggie, suffered a stroke and he was her caregiver for 7 years until she passed away in 2013. Shortly after, he decided to get back into his beloved field of education and accepted the Head of School position at RPA. He is a graduate of Findley College in Ohio and received his Master’s Degree in Education from Bowling Green State University. Mr. Nara discussed the latest events and happenings at the Royal Palm Academy and our members enjoyed his presentation very much. Additional information abouit the Royal Palm Academy made be found by clicking here. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50pm.

November 13, 2014 Naples Sunset rotary Meeting

The November 13, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Bill Towers followed by Invocation by Joseph Davidow and them followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. After dinner a discussion on our November 5th successful annual Mercato WineWalk 2014 and a drawing to determine the winner of the raffle presented in the passports. After the drawing the meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

October 30, 2014 Naples Sunset rotary Meeting

The October 30, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Towers proceeded by Invocation by Joe Davidow and followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was held at the newly remodeled Pompano Surf and Turf and all members enjoyed getting back to our normal routine. Our member Douglas Haughey presented the program discussing his current venture Olde Naples Living Newsletter which will begin publication in February 2015. After his excellent presentation we discussed the upcoming Mercato Wine Walk 2014 on November 5th and all members were urged to continue the promotion for our fundraiser. It should be noted that there will be no meeting on November 6, 2014 due to our 2nd Annual Mercato WineWalk 2014 on November 5th.

October 23, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The October 23rd Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Towers at 6:40pm. After dinner Dictionary Day was discussed with Brady Young, Bill Towers and Joseph Davidow to distribute dictionaries at Laurel Oak Elementary School and Past Assistant Governor Marcus Zillman to distribute to Parkside Elementary School. Also was discussed the current status of our Mercato Winewalk 2014 on November 5, 2014. Also we will be meeting starting October 30, 2014 at the newly remodeled Pompano Surf and Turf at the Ramada Inn where we have previously had our meeting until the remodel started two months ago. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

October 16, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The October 16, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was held at Cosmos and began at 6:35pm. Following dinner there was a brief discussion concerning upcoming Dictionary Day and the November 5th Mercato Winewalk fundraiser project. Meeting was adjourned at 8pm.

October 9, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club Meeting

The October 9, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club Meeting was called to order at 6:35pm by President Bill Towers. Following dinner a discussion on the upcoming Dictionary Day happening on October 24th where we will be distributing dictionaries to third graders in two elementary schools in Collier County. We also had updates on our 2nd Annual Mercato Wind Walk happening on November 5th where we have now 14 resturants participating in our fundraiser. Tickets are available online for $40.00 per person and if available at the event for $50.00 per person. Meeting adjourned at 8:0pm.

October 2, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The October 2, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting took place at Cosmos. After dinner we discussed the upcoming 2nd Annual Mercato Wine Walk fundraiser taking place on November 5, 2014 with tickets available online at our website. Also was discussed the October 24, 2014 Dictionary Day and we will be giving our free dictionaries to all the third grade classes in Collier County. We will be meeting at Cosmos until mid October when we will return to the just remodeled Pompano Surf and Turf at the Ramada Inn in downtown Naples on October 23, 2014. Meeting was adjourned at 8:01pm.

September 25, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The September 25, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting took place at Cosmos and was opened by Past President and Current Treasurer Gary Moore. After dinner we discussed the upcoming 2nd Annual Mercato Wine Walk fundraiser taking place on November 5, 2014 with tickets available online at our website. Guest were announced and banners were given by visitng Rotarian from Mountain Home, Arkansas (District 6110) Bruce Loveless and his wife Marilyn. We will be meeting at Cosmos until mid October when we will return to the just remodeled Pompano Surf and Turf at the Ramada Inn in downtown Naples. Meeting was adjourned at 8:01pm.

September 18, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The September 18, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting took place at Cosmos and was opened by President Steve Cere. After dinner a discussion on the Trolley Event as well as our upcoming 2nd Annual Mercato Wine Walk fundraiser. We will be meeting at Cosmos until mid October when we will return to the just remodeled Pompano Surf and Turf at the Ramada Inn in downtown Naples. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00PM.

September 11, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The September 11, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting took place at Cosmos and was opened by President Steve Cere. After dinner a discussion on the Trolley Event as well as our upcoming 2nd Annual Mercato Wine Walk fundraiser. We will be meeting at Cosmos until mid October when we will return to the just remodeled Pompano Surf and Turf at the Ramada Inn in downtown Naples. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00PM.

September 4, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club Meeting

The September 4, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club meeting was called to order at 6:35pm at Cosmos while our normal meeting site is being remodeled. After sharing pizzas a discussion on our August 29th Trolley Event positive results took place following updates on our upcoming November 5th Annual Mercato Wine Walk. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

August 28, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The August 28, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary meeting was called to order at 6:30pm by President Steve Cere. This meeting combined a volunteer meeting for our August 29th Trolley Event with last minute assignment for each Trolley Captain and Assistant. After the volunteer meeting our regular Thursday meeting began with adjournment at 8:00pm.

August 21, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club Meeting

August 21, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club meeting was called to order at 6:38pm followed by Invocation by Joseph Davidow following the Pledge of Allegiance. After dinner a discussion of upcoming activities including our August 29th Trolley Event. Visiting Rotarian Jimmy Weatherspoon from Delray Beach, Florida was introduced with is wife Marian who was celebrating her birthday. Cub was adjourned at 8:00pm.

August 14, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The August 14, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary meeting was called to order by President Steve Cere at 6:35pm followed by Invocation by Member Joe Davidow followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner visiting Rotarians and guests were acknowledged. Our speaker for the evening was James (Jay) J. MacDonald, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent De Paul Naples District Council. Jay discussed the background and latest happenings within his non-for-profit organization. Currently his organization delivers over 100,000 meals in Naples annually through their Meals On Wheels program. Their entire annual budget is approximately 1.3 million dollars. After his fine presentation and number of questions were asked by our members. Additional information about the Society of St. Vincent De Paul Naples District Council is available by clicking here. The meeting adjourned at 8:00pm with a following discussion of the upcoming fund raiser on August 29th with availability of Trolleys 1, 3, and 4. Members were urged to continue to pass the word to all about the project!

August 7, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The August 7, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Steve Cere following Invocation by Joe Davidow and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinnner discussion was developed on multiple Rotary local and district areas of interest. Also discussed the upcoming fund raiser August 29th and the current marketing activity for same. The next meeting August 14, 2014 will feature an excellent local speaker Jay MacDonald of the Saint Vincent DePaul Society of Naples a prominent local non-for-profit organization. Also plan to bring a guest to this meeting!! Meeting was adjourned at 8:01pm.

July 31, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The July 31, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by Treasurer Gary Moore following Invocation by Joe Davidow and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinnner discussion was developed on multiple Rotary local and district areas of interest. Also discussed the upcoming fund raiser August 29th and the current marketing activity for same. There will be a Naples Sunset Rotary Board Meeting Wednesday August 6, 2014; 5:30pm at Joe Davidow's office with all Naples Sunset Rotary members invited to attend. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

July 24, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The July 24, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Steve Cere at 6:30pm with Invocation by Joe Davidow followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner a general discussion on various topics including our upcoming fund raisers. All members were urged to promote our first fundraiser on August 29 with tickets sales and all information online. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

The July 17, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club Meeting

The July 17, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club meeting was called to order at 6:35pm followed by Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner the District Governor Pete Doragh with his wife Cyndi District Governor Elect presented to Naples Sunset Rotary the mission and goals for District 6960. Following the presentation numerous questions and answers from club members. The meeting adjourned at 8:00pm.

July 9, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The July 9, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was held in a short format at Pompano Surf and Turf with the primary discussion being the Naples Sunset Rotary Club meeting day. The next meeting of Naples Sunset Rotary Club will be held on Thursday July 17, 2014 with the presence of our newly elected District Governor who will meeting with our Board of Directors at 5:30pm and then give a 20 minute presentation to our entire Rotary Club which begins at the normal time of 6:30pm.

June 26, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The June 26, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club meeting was called to order at 6:30pm with an abbreviated opening followed by discussion on time day change. The new day for the club to meet will be the same location on each Wednesday at 6:30pm. Since the upcoming holiday of July 4th there will be no July 3rd meeting. The next meeting will be July 9th WEDNESDAY. Please note day change on all calendars. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm. We wish all members and guests a very Happy 4th of July holiday!!

June 19, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The June 19, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Elect Steve Cere followed by Invocation by Joe Davidow and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner the club had a general discussion concerning both upcoming fund raising activities ... Trolley Tour on August 29th and Mercato Wine Walk on November 5th. The blog now has ticket sells for both events live. After general discussion on local Rotary activities and Regional Rotary activities the meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

June 12, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The June 12, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by Secretary/Treasurer Gary Moore followed by Invocation by Joe Davidow and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner the club had a general discussion concerning both upcoming fund raising activities ... Trolley Tour on August 29th and Mercato Wine Walk on November 5th. The blog will have ticket sells for both events within a few days. After general discussion on local Rotary activities and Regional Rotary activities the meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

June 5, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The June 5, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club was called to order by President Elect Steve Cere followed by Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner the latest Rotary happenings were discussed both for our club as well as our District and International. Club was adjourned at 8:00PM.

May 29, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The May 29, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Elect Steve Cere followed by Invocation by Joe Davidow followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner a discussion on upcoming meeting days as well as the latest happenings on our two upcoming fund raisers .... one in August and one in November. It was thought that tickets sales would be started within the next two weeks by having the online availability for sales and payments made available through our blog. Meeting was adjourned at 8:01 PM.

May 22, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The May 22, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was convened at 6:35pm by President Elect Steve Cere followed by the Invocation by Joe Davidow and followed by the Plege of Allegiance. Following dinner discussion was held on our meeting places and through a vote it was decided to utilize Pompano Surf and Turf as our continued meeting place for the near term with continued research for the long term meeting place utilization with the possibility of continuing at the present location. Members were also updated on our two upcoming fund raisers and notified that a board meeting is now slated for next Thursday the 29th of May at Joe Davidow's conference room. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

May 15, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The May 15, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order at 6:30pm by President Elect Steve Cere followed by Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was held at Pompano Surf and Turf in the downtown Ramada Inn of Naples as the third restaurant review for our club's new meeting location. After discussion and receiving the latest Rotary events both local, district and international the meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

May 8th, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The May 8th, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Elect Steve Cere with Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. The club was reviewing Agave Bar and Grill for a potential meeting site and this item was discussed after dinner was served. President Elect Steve and Vice President Riley Duncan discussed the two upcoming fund raisers with the latest updates and happenings. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

May 1, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting at Stoney's Steak House

The May 1, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club meeting was held at Stoney's Steakhouse in Naples, Florida and was called to order at 6:45PM by Vice President Riley Duncan and was a short form meeting as club members were evaluating the site for a potential meeting location. Following dinner a discussion was held and members discussed the current surroundings and attributes of the location. We will be continuing this review process for the next two meetings and will be making a location decision at the end of May. Meeting was adjourned at 8:04 pm.

Naples Sunset Rotary Club April 24, 2014

The Naples Sunset Rotary Club April 24, 2014 meeting was called to order by Vice President Riley Duncan at 6:40pm. After dinner visiting Rotarians were introduced and a banner exchange was presented from Carsten Wenz and Jurgen Jainta representing the RC Pforzheim-Schwarzwald German Rotary Club in Neuberg Germany. The club then proceeded with a general discussion on upcoming activites including our two fund raisers (August and November) and the location for our club meetings as our current location has become unavailable due to property purchase. Watch the website for the new location to be announced. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.

April 17, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The April 17, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Elect Steve Cere followed by Invocation by Joe Davidow and continued by the Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner Rotary guests were introduced followed by a general discussion of Rotary events and activities. The meeting was adjourned at 8pm.

April 10, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Club Meeting

The April 10, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Adoni at 6:45pm followed by invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner visiting Rotarian were introduced and gave a few comments about their clubs. President Adoni then introduced Past President Marcus P. Zillman, M.S., A.M.H.A. who delivered a fast paced and truly enlightening presentation of the current virus happenings on the world wide web and then followed by an indepth presentation on the Deep Web. Additional information is available from his site at http://www.DeepWeb.us/. Following numerous questions the meeting was adjourned at 8:10pm.

April 3, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The April 3, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order at 6:40pm by President Elect Steve Cere followed by Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. Following dinner and introducing guests and visiting Rotarians President Elect Steve introduced our program for the evening. Debra Frenkel, LCSW; Founder of FreedomWaters Foundation discussed her foundation and how it is contributing to the Naples community. Their mission is "Enhancing lives through boating opportunities and marine related activities for people with disabilities, life threatening illnesses, youth at risk and others with special needs". Yacht owners, individuals and communities .... together, sharing the feeling of Freedom on the Water. Debra also discussed their Veteran's Program titled "Welcome Aboard". Additional information on her foundation which is a 501c3 is available by clicking here. After several questions from Naples Sunset Members the meeting was adjourned at 8:03pm. Also prior to the meeting the new Naples Sunset Rotary Board of Directors for 2014-2015 met and discussed various upcoming club projects for 2014-2015. See picture directly below of Board Room.

March 27, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The March 27, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Adoni Kokkinos followed by Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. After dinner all guests and visiting Rotarians were introduced. President Adoni gave a presentation on technology tools available to the executive. This was followed by a question and answer period for club members. The meeting was adjourned at 8:01pm.

March 20, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The March 20, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Adoni Kokkinos followed by Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Our speaker, Ralph Pike, Director of Communications of Backcounty Fly Fishers, was introduced by President Elect Steve Cere. Ralph discussed the various facts about his club and its mission to educate and make available all resources for Fly Fishing. This was an excellent presentation followed by numerous questions from club members. Additional information on Backcounty Fly Fishers is available by clicking here. Following dinner visiting Rotarians were announced as well as visiting Snow Birds. Club was adjourned at 8:00pm.

March 13, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting

The March 13, 2014 Naples Sunset Rotary Meeting was called to order by President Elect Steve Cere at 6:47pm follow by Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. After dinner President Elect Steve discussed his previous week attendance in Orlando at PETS (President Elect Training Session) that is a requirement for all incoming Rotary Presidents. He discussed the latest Rotary plans and will be giving more detailed information at an upcoming board meeting. The club adjourned at 8:00pm.