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Rotary District 7150 logoRotary International Changing of the Guard Dinner
Changing of the Guard - June 23, 2008
 at Turning Stone Resort
Celebrating our Rotary Club Successes
with Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson!
View District & Club Awards to be presented * Download award list
6-23-08 COG Dinner / Flyer / Registration

Monday, June 23, 2008, District 7150 will celebrate the 2007-08 successes of DG Marlene Brown and welcome 2008-09 DG Larry Calabrese, at Turning Stone Resort, Verona, NY. Special overnight rates available for those interested. Mark the date, as we are pleased and honored that Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson will be our Keynote Speaker! Submit your Club's Award forms, & make sure to bring your spouses/partners, children & grandchildren, YE students & host families, Rotaract & Interact students/sponsors, to an evening they'll long remember! - DG Marlene


When: Monday, June 23, 2008 * Where: Turning Stone Resort, Vernon, NY
Private Reception: 5:00pm * Social Hour: 6:00pm * Sit down Dinner: 7:00pm
Cost: $27.00 each by June 10th / $30.00 each after June 10th or at the door
Program Agenda: Celebrating Our Club Successes
Download Registration Form * Information Flyer * Download Awards to be presented
Attendees: Presidents & President-Elects, Offficers & Staff, Rotarians & Guests, Rotaractors & Interactors, celebrating achievements as we Share Rotary and Make Dreams Real.

Choices will be either 1.) Prime Rib or 2.) Grilled Filet of Salmon. Both choices include the house salad, chef's choice of seasonal vegetable, appropriate starch, rolls, coffee, decaf, and tea as well as a dessert selection will also be served by our waiters.

The sit-down dinner will be $27.00 per person, if registered by June 10th, and $30.00 per person thereafter, including at the door. It's important we have an accurate count of numbers and guests to make sure we have enough seating space and food. Registration forms have been mailed and e-mailed to each club, and are also available to download here (instructions are on the form with where to mail or fax with payment).

Changing of the Guard Dinner – Program Agenda

5:00 to 6:00pm - Private Reception (invitation only)
6:00 to 7:00pm - Social Hour (cash bar)
7:00 pm - Call to Order by Master of Ceremonies, Paul Scott, Dist Gov Nominee-Designate
7:01 pm - Pledge to the US Flag by Fred Cholet, District Governor-Nominee
7:02 pm - Honoring the Canadian Flag by Doug Mouncey, Ass't Governor (Canada native)
7:03 pm - Song by Steve Osbourn, President of Fulton Rotary
7:05 pm - Invocation by Ed Paparella, Past District Governor
7:07 pm - Welcome by Marlene Brown, District Governor
7:09 pm - Foundation Stats, by Jack Luchsinger, PDG, District TRF Chairman
7:12 pm - GSE Team Wrap & Video, by Penny Poling, GSE Team Leader to India
7:15 pm ~ Dinner Served ~
7:43 pm - Fifty fifty Raffle, by Matt Chemelewski, Rotary eClub NY1
7:45 pm - Awards Presentations, Marlene Brown, District Governor & Pat Laino, District Awards Chair with Rotary International President, Wilf Wilkinson
8:15 pm - 2007-08 Reflections by Marlene Brown, District Governor
8:30 pm - Keynote Address by Wilf Wilkinson, Rotary International President
8:45 pm - Passing of Gavel of District Leadership: Marlene Brown to Larry Calabrese
8:46 pm - Passing of Gavel by Club Presidents
8:47 pm - Presentation of Banner to new Home Club, Earl Lewis, Rotary eClub NY1 President 07-08 to Jack Alterdoerf?, Utica Rotary Club President 2008-09
8:48 pm - District Conference 2009-2010 Presentation, Dom Passalacque, Conference Chair
8:50 pm - A Look Ahead, Make Dreams Real, Larry Calabrese, DGE
9:00 pm - Closing/Adjournment - Paul Scott, DGND


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Welcome Letter

The Changing of the Guard is one meeting of the year we enjoy Rotarian fellowship. Outgoing presidents have the opportunity to share the pride they have with their club’s accomplishments, and incoming presidents are looking forward to a year of achievements that will be remembered.

We have great projects that our clubs run in their communities! To spread this knowledge each club president will have ONE minute to describe their club's most memorable accomplishment of the year. For any club that would like to distribute a written copy of a project, bring 46 copies and your host will distribute to the tables. By sharing ideas we can greatly improve our local accomplishments to improve our overall District 7150 impact.

What club had the most outstanding projects in 2007-2008? Come to our District COG with your members to help these clubs celebrate their accomplishments!

The District Governor would like to recognize any member in attendance who has perfect attendance, as well as any 25 year + members. Club Rotarian of Excellence: The District Governor would like to recognize a Rotarian from each club in the district. This person is recommended by the Board of Directors of each club. Please get that info to DG Marlene.

What Clubs had the most outstanding projects in 2005-2006? Come to our District Changing of the Guard with your members to help these clubs celebrate their accomplishments! What does District Governor Marlene Brown feel were our most memorable accomplishments as we Celebrated "Rotary Shares" in District 7150? Join us at Turning Stone Resort as celebrate our successes with RI President Wilf!

What lies ahead? District Governor Elect Larry Calabrese will describe his goals for our District as we "Make Dreams Real" in 2008-09.


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Celebrating our year of "Rotary Shares"

... an extraordinary year for District 7150, its Clubs, and its members commitment in the support of Rotary's numerous projects, to pay tribute to our clubs and members who have contributed so much of their time, talent and treasures to make this happen, and to hnor members for perfect attendance, 25+ years of membership and each club choosing one member as Club Rotarian of Excellence.

Beginning the year of "Make Dreams Real"

... another extraordinary year for District 7150, its Clubs, and its members as we welcome our new DG, announce new committees, and embrace the 2008-09 Theme.

Top 10 Reasons We Attend the Changing of the Guard

#10 - Helps to recognize those Clubs who had an outstanding year;

#9 - Helps recognize those Members who contributed to Rotary Goals;

#8 - Enjoy a good meal surrounded by people we admire and care about;

#7 - Meet and get to know new Rotary friends;

#6 - Celebrate the District's individual and group successes;

#5 -Recognize the importance of each Rotary Club in the District;

#4 - Recognize members with 25+ years membership and one outstanding Rotarian from each club, chosen by their club;

#3 - Be part of an unforgettable event that left us inspired and uplifted;

#2 - Say thanks to the District Governor for providing us with the leadership and guidance which led to a successful year;

#1 - Welcome our new District Governor and show our support and continuity as we begin another Rotary year.


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2005 Changing of the Guard attendees * 2006 Changing of the Guard

2004 Changing of the Guard attendees * 2003 Changing of the Guard

2001 Changing of the Guard attendees * 2000 Changing of the Guard

1999 Changing of the Guard attendees * 1999 COG Award Winners


 
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