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WORK DAY AT CAMP MANATOC

Rotary again helps Boy Scout Camp Manatoc open up the pool and locker room area in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Assisting on Saturday May 26 were Joe Rusnak, Rich Warfield, Clint Samuel with son Landon Samuel, Brad Nelson and RYE student Lucas DeCarli. Taking photo- Joe Avella

ROTARY GALA RAISES FUNDS AT AUCTION

Generous sponsors, gift contributors and auction participants made the Rotary Club of Hudson’s 34^th annual Gala another success providing over $67,000 in gross revenues for the community. Bidding on major gifts was exciting as various excursions, professional services, golf outings and wine tastings were captured by enthusiastic competitive bidding.

Attended by 270 local citizens and dignitaries, the silent auction cocktail hour offered a wide selection of gifts to bid upon and delicious hors d’oeuvres to sustain bidders until the unveiling of a tasty steak and shrimp repast topped by a gourmet dessert.

2018 ROTARY GALA INFORMATION

The Rotary Club of Hudson is pleased to hold the 34th Annual Rotary Gala Friday, May 18, 2018. To register to attend, review auction items or make a donation please visit the below links:

Purchase tickets/ Register/ Donate

2018 Gala Details Brochure

For more information about registration, providing auction gifts or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Ron Strobl at ronsuestrobl@gmail.com or Gail Royster at gailfroyster@gmail.com.

34TH ANNUAL GALA LIVE AUCTION ITEMS

The Rotary Club of Hudson released a partial listing of major gifts to be auctioned during its upcoming 34^th annual Gala at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twinsburg, May 18. Last year’s Gala was the most successful ever, raising more than $75,000 in gross revenues. The event features both silent and live auctions along with a full course dinner and complimentary bar open throughout the evening. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres start at 6:00 pm along with the silent auction.

MAY & JUNE SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED

The Rotary Club of Hudson, which conducts breakfast meetings every Wednesday from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. at the Laurel Lake Retirement Community, offers weekly programs tied to topical monthly themes. May programs will explore “Social Issues”, while June speakers will highlight “Summer Fun In Our Own Backyard.”

ROTARY COMPLIMENTS HHS SERVICE LEARNING ACCOMPLISHMENTS

The Rotary Club of Hudson was recently treated to an impressive review of the Hudson High School Service Learning Program by teachers Lani Banner and Marty Bach who announced that the program will be receiving a proclamation from the Ohio Senate at the upcoming prom. Started in 2002, the HHS course is considered a role model in the state and has, in the past, received an award for Ohio’s best high school service learning program.

ROTARY HIGHLIGHTS 2018 GALA SPONSORS

The Rotary Club of Hudson is pleased to announce that new sponsors have been added for the 2018 Gala to compliment the sponsors who have supported the annual fund raiser for many years.

Den Rich, prominent Rotarian and Hudson citizen, bids on a Gala auction item using his iPhone

ROTARY LEARNS ABOUT FOOD PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION

The Rotary Club of Hudson was treated to behind-the-scenes looks at the increasingly competitive food industry from a wholesale marketing manager, a catering chef and a family owner of major food providers in the region.

HUDSON BOY SCOUTS CELEBRATE 100TH ANNIVERSARY

The Rotary Club of Hudson has supported Boy Scout Troop 321 for many years and recently helped them celebrate their 100^th anniversary at a regular Rotary meeting.

Rob Searson, Scoutmaster, reviewed the past year’s activities, assisted in his presentation by four Life Scouts from Troop 321; (left to right) R J Searson, Arron Duff, Ben Fisher, Spencer Pulte.

ROTARY SELECTS 2018 GALA BENEFICIARIES

The Rotary Club of Hudson announced that it has selected three beneficiaries for its 34^th annual Gala to be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twinsburg on May 18, 2018. The 2017 Gala was the most successful ever raising more than $75,000 in gross revenues. Co-chairs Ron Strobl and Gail Royster were very pleased with the excitement over last year’s silent and live auction gifts and the quality of the five course dinner. They are extremely grateful for the tremendous support of this important Rotary fundraiser by the Hudson community, over the years.

(Photos from the 23rd Annual Gala held May 19, 2017)

FEBRUARY SPEAKERS - FOOD PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION

The Rotary Club of Hudson's February speaker program features food production and distribution.

ROTARY LEARNS ABOUT WORKPLACE CULTURE

The Rotary Club of Hudson was recently entertained by Jan Gusich, Founder and CEO of Akhia, a Hudson-based strategic communications firm serving major corporate clients in the Cleveland area and internationally. Founded in 1996, Akhia boasts record lengths of client relationships and has been recognized as one of the Top 100 places to work.

JANUARY SPEAKERS

The Rotary Club of Hudson's January speaker program features local business leaders.

DECEMBER SPEAKERS

The Rotary Club of Hudson's December speaker programs feature Holiday and sports entertainment:

SANTA ON THE GREEN SET FOR DECEMBER 2, 2017

Santa on the Green returns again this year continuing a Hudson tradition started over 45 years ago. The Rotary Club of Hudson has presented this holiday event since 2001 working with the legendary Jimmy Sutphin, beloved former Hudson citizen. Last year more than 350 children visited with Santa where numerous Rotarians assisted with the celebration. It was an exciting time for kids and parents alike.

NEW MEMBERS INDUCTED

The Rotary Club of Hudson announced that five new members will join the community service organization, including two with distinguished service records in other Rotary clubs.

PLAYHOUSE SQUARE SUCCESSES REVEALED

The Rotary Club of Hudson was recently treated to an impressive presentation by Art Falco, President and CEO of the Cleveland Playhouse Square Foundation, who recounted the challenges and rewards of staging entertainment 365 days a year in 10 performances venues.

NOVEMBER SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED

The November speaker program will highlight three of northeast Ohio’s leading arts and culture organizations:

OCTOBER SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED

The October speakers have officially been announce for the Rotary Club of Hudson's breakfast meetings each Wednesday from 7:15 to 8:30 am at Laurel Lake Retirement Community. Entertaining and informative speakers are selected each month to address monthly themes.

SPEAKERS REVIEW STATE AND NATIONAL ENERGY ISSUES

The Rotary Club of Hudson, during its five August meetings, learned from energy companies and government presenters about the critical issues facing energy suppliers and consumers.

Senator John Eklund, Ohio 18th District David Zelasko and Michael Smucker, Third Sun Solar Tony Ramos, NOPEC

Craig Sundstrom, Apex Clean Energy Doug Colafella, First Energy

ROTARIAN OF THE YEAR

Joe Avella, past president of the Rotary Club of Hudson, was recently recognized as Rotarian of the Year for 2017 based on his initiative in reestablishing the Youth Exchange Program with Hudson High School.

AN INTERVIEW WITH THE 2017 ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE STUDENT

Check out an internet with Jasiek Dolkowski, the exchange student that is participating in the Youth Exchange Program with Hudson High School.

ROTARY SEEKS HOST FAMILIES FOR EXCHANGE STUDENT

The Rotary Club of Hudson, Rotary District 6630 is seeking Hudson families to host a foreign exchange student for the school year beginning in August 2017. Each of three families will host the student for a three-month period. Rotary’s inbound exchange student, Lucas, is a 16-year-old boy from Brazil and will be enrolled as a junior in Hudson High School.

ROTARIANS LEARN ABOUT FOOD AND HEALTH

The Rotary Club of Hudson welcomed Kathy Wise, director of employee wellness at Summa to present about living healthier today to ensure an enjoyable, longer and more fulfilling life. Wise reviewed the history of advertising related to food and health. As part of her message, she advises everyone to be careful of marketing related to anything you consume. Wise recommended that individuals take small steps everyday in the right direction to be a healthier, happier person.

ROTARY DONATES TO GIFT OF LIFE NEO

The Rotary Club of Hudson provided a special donation to Ken Fogle with Gift of Life NEO.

SPEAKER PROGRAM - Hudson Rotary usually has a main speaker at each meeting and strives to present high-level, high-quality discussions on a wide range of monthly topics designed to educate, inform and entertain both members and guests about Hudson, northeast Ohio and the world.