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Eric McDowell named a Sunrise Rotary Paul Harris Fellow Joanne Dahlen 2023-06-27 04:00:00Z 0

Ann Csorny Named 2023 Rotarian of the Year

As is customary, the outgoing Sunrise Rotary President selects and announces the Rotarian of the Year at the club's annual dinner. “Selecting Ann Csorny as the 2023 Rotarian of the Year was an easy decision for me to make,” said Eric McDowell
 
 
Ann Csorny Named 2023 Rotarian of the Year Joanne Dahlen 2023-06-27 04:00:00Z 0

Colleen Lemza is honored with the Community Paul Harris Fellow Award

The Paul Harris Fellow Award is one of the highest honors Rotary can bestow upon a person. Community recipients and local Rotary Club member recipients are awarded Paul Harris Fellow designation to recognize their outstanding contributions to their communities through promoting change and understanding. These individuals do this while exemplifying the high ideal of Rotary when they place "SERVICE ABOVE SELF” and demonstrate a shared purpose with the objectives of The Rotary Foundation. Sunrise Rotary recognized community member Colleen Lemza for her work as founder of Shine On! Kathy Duley, Sunrise Rotary President (2006-2007) and Paul Harris Fellow honoree (2007) introduced Colleen Lemza at Sunrise Rotary's annual dinner on June 27, 2023.
Colleen Lemza is honored with the Community Paul Harris Fellow Award Joanne Dahlen 2023-06-27 04:00:00Z 0

2023 Changeover Dinner at Vesco Vineyards

Sunrise Rotary held our annual changeover and awards dinner last Tuesday. Thank you to Dan and Nancy at Vesco Vineyards for hosting our event, to Knife and Fork Catering for the delicious dinner, and to Sue LeBlanc-Durocher for making it all happen! There were several standing ovations for our outgoing president Eric McDowell and a big round of applause for Jim Snook as we welcomed him back for his second term! Jim was president of Sunrise Rotary in 2017-2018.
 
2023 Changeover Dinner at Vesco Vineyards Joanne Dahlen 2023-06-27 04:00:00Z 0

President McDowell Announces 2023 Awards

At Sunrise Rotary's annual changeover dinner outgoing President Eric McDowell acknowledged several members of the club for their distinguished service during this past year.
Eric recognized Michelle Senecal with a special award for her efforts in fundraising, event planning and volunteering to fill-in as Board Secretary (which has now been for several years!) Eric also gave a special award to Libby Queguiner for greatly improving the marketing and branding for our club, including a website redesign and providing us with a powerful and professional presence on social media platforms.
President McDowell Announces 2023 Awards Joanne Dahlen 2023-06-27 04:00:00Z 0
Meeting Moments 4/25 2023-04-25 04:00:00Z 0 Meeting Update
Our Tag-Less Sale Success 2023-04-17 04:00:00Z 0 Fundraiser
Now Accepting Sponsorships 2023-04-04 04:00:00Z 0 Mayor's Cup
Meeting Moments 4/4 2023-04-04 04:00:00Z 0 Meeting Update
Meeting Moments 3/7 Libby Queguiner 2023-03-07 05:00:00Z 0 Meeting Update
Meeting Moments 2/28 Libby Queguiner 2023-03-01 05:00:00Z 0 Meeting Update
Sunsetter Meeting Libby Queguiner 2023-02-16 05:00:00Z 0 Fellowship Event
Save the Date Libby Queguiner 2023-02-15 05:00:00Z 0 Mayor's Cup
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Tag-Less Sale! 2023-01-31 05:00:00Z 0

Holiday Party

 
Sunrise Rotarians!
Don't forget to RSVP to the holiday party. Let Sue LeBlanc know if you are able to attend.
Holiday Party Libby Queguiner 2022-11-30 05:00:00Z 0
Rotary Diaper Donation Libby Queguiner 2022-09-30 04:00:00Z 0

2022 Paul Harris Fellow Awardee 

Libby Queguiner is honored with the 2022 Paul Harris Fellow Award

At the Sunrise Rotary Club's annual dinner held on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, Libby Queguiner was named the Paul Harris Fellow honoree for 2022. The award was presented to Libby on behalf of the club by Joan Sterling with additional comments provided in absentia by Sue LeBlanc Durocher. Libby's husband Loic had the honor of placing the pin on Libby's lapel and we were delighted that Libby's mother Cat could join the festivities as well.
 
 
 
 
 
2022 Paul Harris Fellow Awardee Joanne Dahlen 2022-06-22 04:00:00Z 0

The symbolic handing over the gavel

The Sunrise Rotary Club held their traditional annual dinner at Vesco Vineyards on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. In addition to a delightful time of fellowship and a delicious dinner, members also had a chance to thank Jeff Prescott for his year of service to the club and to welcome our new President Eric McDowell.
 
 
The symbolic handing over the gavel Joanne Dahlen 2022-06-22 04:00:00Z 0
5K Run/Walk 2022-05-11 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor's Cup Cornhole Tournament Libby Queguiner 2022-05-03 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise Selected to Host a Young African Leader Roger Black 2022-01-23 05:00:00Z 0

2021 Spirit of Ianelli Award

Thom and Betty Loreman named the 'Spirit of Ianelli' Award honorees for 2021

Thom Loreman accepted the award on behalf of the couple at the Mayor's Cup Festival hosted by the Sunrise Rotary Club on Saturday, July 10, 2021. Thom is seen here with Sunrise Rotary President Jeff Prescott and past President and Mayor's Cup Festival Co-Chair Sue LeBlanc-Durocher.
 

The "Spirit of Ianelli" Award was established in 2010 in honor of the late Mayor John Ianelli, former Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh and co-founder of the Mayor’s Cup Regatta in 1978. This honor is bestowed upon an individual  or individuals – sailor or landlubber – who exemplify the same “community does matter” spirit that inspired Mayor Ianelli 42 years ago, empowering our lake community to thrive, not only on race day, but every day.The "Spirit of Ianelli" Award was established in 2010 in honor of the late Mayor John Ianelli, former Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh and co-founder of the Mayor’s Cup Regatta in 1978. This honor is bestowed upon an individual  or individuals – sailor or landlubber – who exemplify the same “community does matter” spirit that inspired Mayor Ianelli 42 years ago, empowering our lake community to thrive, not only on race day, but every day.

 

 
 
2021 Spirit of Ianelli Award Joanne Dahlen 2021-07-10 04:00:00Z 0

2021 Mayor's Cup Regatta

Buffalo Theory wins Mayor's Cup with a strategic approach

In 2020, the Mayor’s Cup Regatta had less than ideal conditions that featured dark, gray skies with plenty of rain and lots of fog. This year’s race was the polar opposite. Lake Champlain glistened, Saturday, and plenty of sailboats occupied its waters with clear blue skies above. Buffalo Theory, a boat from Winooski, Vermont, skippered by Bill Fastigi, won this year’s Mayor’s Cup. Read more

2021 Mayor's Cup Regatta Joanne Dahlen 2021-07-10 04:00:00Z 0

Service Above Self

A Decade of Service - Thank you Jessica Kline

At the annual closing dinner in June, 2021, Sunrise Rotary thanked Jessica Kline for serving as the Club's Treasurer for the past 10 years. Thank you for your service!
 
Service Above Self 2021-06-23 04:00:00Z 0

2021 Rotarian of the Year

Kathy Snow named the 2021 Rotarian of the Year

Sunrise Rotary President Sue LeBlanc Durocher honored Kathy Snow with the Rotarian of the Year award for 2021.
 
2021 Rotarian of the Year Joanne Dahlen 2021-06-15 04:00:00Z 0

2021 Paul Harris Fellow

Maxine Perry is honored with the 2021 Paul Harris Fellow Award

At the Sunrise Rotary Club's annual dinner held on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, Maxine Perry was named the Paul Harris Fellow honoree for 2021. The award was presented to Maxine on behalf of the club by Kathy Duley. Kathy was President of the Sunrise Rotary Club in 2006-2007 and was named a Paul Harris Fellow in 2007.
 
 
Thank you to past Sunrise Rotary Club member Mark Hamilton for his eloquent introductory comments and special tribute to Maxine... 
2021 Paul Harris Fellow Joanne Dahlen 2021-06-15 04:00:00Z 0

2021 Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Press Conference

July 10, 2021 - Save the Date!

The Sunrise Rotary Club held a press conference with the City of Plattsburgh on June 3, 2021 to talk about exciting upcoming summer activities for the community to enjoy this summer, and to unveil the design of the 2021 Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival t-shirt!
 
For the first time in 2021, the Mayor’s Cup Festival will be held at Plattsburgh’s City Beach, the crown jewel of the Lake City, boasting one of the longest sandy beaches on freshwater in the U.S. The one-day celebration includes a 5K race, kayak rides, volleyball and cornhole tournaments, live music and much more for the whole family to enjoy!
2021 Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Press Conference Joanne Dahlen 2021-06-03 04:00:00Z 0

Spring Cleaning

Rotarians at Work - Spring Cleaning

In April and May of this year Sunrise Rotarians volunteered their time to clean up around the Max Moore Memorial Tree House on the Saranac River Trail and the Sunrise Rotary Gazebo at the Samuel D. Champlain Park - community areas that the Club has helped build and protect.
Spring Cleaning Joanne Dahlen 2021-04-27 04:00:00Z 0

WATER PROJECT - BOTSWANA

In 2020, Sunrise Rotary in Plattsburgh agreed to partner with the Rotary Club of Francistown, Botswana, Africa, to dig a borehole (well) and distribute water to irrigate crops. Solar panels will be used to power the pumps. A 5,000-liter tank will be store the water.  The Intended beneficiaries are community members that intend to farm a large area of donated land on the Inchwe river. Both food and plants will be grown and sold to provide an income to farmers. Some food will be kept to help feed the workers and their families. The Council in this area has agreed to donate adjacent land to the project if it is successful. The project is estimated to cost $12,000.00.  Food security remains a challenge in Botswana, which has endured long periods of drought and high unemployment. This project provides employment, food, and hope to community members.
 
 
 
 
 
WATER PROJECT - BOTSWANA Joanne Dahlen 2021-03-22 04:00:00Z 0

National Trail Day 2020

Sunrise Rotarians volunteer to clean-up local parks and trails to help celebrate National Trail Day

The Sunrise Rotary Club is proud to be a supporter of the LaPierre Lane Riverway Park from its inception and is now a steward of this unique community gem. A group of Sunrise Rotarians gathered on the morning of National Trail Day (June 6) to clean up the area and get it ready for the summer.
Actually, as part of a larger community-wide effort, Sunrise Rotarians could be seen throughout the week cleaning-up at the Sunrise Rotary Wilcox Dock Pavilion, at the Sunrise Gazebo at the Samuel D. Champlain Park and at the Max Moore Memorial Tree House (where the club played a leading role in the building of this universally accessible treehouse at a primary trailhead on the Saranac River Trail). 
 
 
 
 
 
National Trail Day 2020 Joanne Dahlen 2020-07-08 04:00:00Z 0

Kudos to Quéguiner 

Past Presidents applaud Libby Quéguiner
 
At the end of June, the close of the 2019-2020 Rotary year, Sunrise Rotary's past presidents presented Libby Quéguiner with a special gift to acknowledge her distinguished leadership during her presidential year. There is no script or manual on how to manage a service organization during a crisis and yet Libby appeared so comfortable redefining how we connect as a club during the pandemic. Libby did an outstanding job organizing and conducting our meetings remotely and keeping us all connected and focused each and every week. Libby also provided members with opportunities to volunteer and to give back by organizing local park and trails clean-up, saying thank you to the healthcare workers at the hospital, donating to the local food shelf, and made all members feel a part of a larger family. Thank you Libby!
Above is a photo of Libby unveiling the 2019 Sunrise Rotary Mayor's Cup logo at a press conference at City Hall and presenting Mayor Read with the 'first' t-shirt.
Kudos to Quéguiner Joanne Dahlen 2020-06-23 04:00:00Z 0
Sunrise Rotary thanks hospital workers Joanne Dahlen 2020-05-14 04:00:00Z 0

Camp upgrades 

The Sunrise Rotary is proud to sponsor a recently completed handicapped accessible ramp at Camp Tapawingo- with labor provided by friends and family of Girl Scout Troop 4065 of Peru! Our club sponsored approximately 1/3 of the building materials for this project.  Click here for more information on other community service-related projects that Sunrise Rotary has been involved with recently.
Camp upgrades 2019-10-01 04:00:00Z 0

OUTSIDE ART IN DOWNTOWN PLATTSBURGH

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Sep 27, 2019
Sunrise Rotary continues to support the revitalization of Plattsburgh's historic downtown by supporting the on-going efforts of the Outside Art's mural projects. The club was a sponsor of the 18-by-10 foot interactive mural, "Read and Grow! Dream Garden" that was unveiled on the side of the Plattsburgh Public Library in the fall of 2017.
In the fall of 2019 a new mural was designed and sponsored by Sunrise Rotary that celebrates local actress Jean Arthur who was born and raised in Plattsburgh. The mural, located on the corner of Brinkerhoff and Marion Streets, was unveiled at public ceremony on October 9, 2019.
Sunrise Rotarians Libby Queguiner and Maxine Perry participated in the unveiling ceremonies.
OUTSIDE ART IN DOWNTOWN PLATTSBURGH Joanne Dahlen 2019-09-27 04:00:00Z 0

Max Moore Memorial Treehouse 

 
On Saturday, August 27th members of the Sunrise Rotary Club worked on cleaning up the Max Moore Memorial Treehouse. 
The Max Moore Memorial Tree House, built along the Saranac River Trail near the Plattsburgh Police Department headquarters, is a universally accessible treehouse, thanks to a special ramp that helps anyone, even those with mobility issues.  Club members, Kathy Duley, Kathy Snow, Laura Lacey Curler, Thom Loreman, Tom DeFayette and Libby Queguiner worked hard weeding and cleaning out the garden and surrounding areas.  Special thanks to Don Duley, your continued support of our club is appreciated!  Approximately 9 new plants were added, along with weed blocker fabric.  
Max Moore Memorial Treehouse Libby Queguiner 2019-08-07 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor’s Cup honors the Plattsburgh Air Park Restoration Group of Volunteers with the 2019 “Spirit of Ianelli” Award 2019-07-16 04:00:00Z 0

HOSPICE OF THE NORTH COUNTRY
 

Hospice is about caring for those who are facing the challenges at the end-of-life. Those challenges may be physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual. Hospice cares for the whole person and their loved ones, supporting them with skilled nursing, family services, spiritual support, volunteer services and bereavement and grief support.
 
It is the goal of Hospice of the North Country, Inc. to provide the highest level of Hospice care to the residents of Clinton and northern Franklin Counties. The physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of each patient/family will be addressed to maximize the quality of life and death and to support the bereaved as they continue their lives.
 
Sunrise Rotary’s donation helps families and friends to treasure their loved ones in the comforts of home, until the last moment, specifically targeted to an improved referral management program for the organization.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Victoria Duley
HOSPICE OF THE NORTH COUNTRY  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-15 04:00:00Z 0

ELMORE SPCA
 

The Elmore SPCA's mission is to provide shelter and comfort to animals in need that are on their path to finding loving lifetime homes. To care for the homeless, to defend the abused, cherish the elderly and disabled and to fight with unrelenting diligence for recognition of the integrity of all animals.
 
Sunrise Rotary’s donation is in support of Elmore SPCA’s new spay/neuter assistance program call “STOP” (stop the over population). Its main goal is to prevent overpopulation by spaying female cats but also finding homes for litters of kittens currently in lower income homes that cannot afford the care.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Victoria Duley
ELMORE SPCA  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-15 04:00:00Z 0

UNITED WAY AND THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT COALITION OF THE ADIRONDACK REGION
 

The coalition, which has established Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites throughout Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties to provide free tax preparation to individuals and families with low or moderate incomes, also provides information and education about asset building, including banking and savings.
 
Since the coalition started doing free tax preparation in 2004, the Volunteer Tax sites have done approximately 49,000 federal tax returns with a yield of approximately $57 million in federal tax refunds, returned to Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties.
 
Sunrise Rotary’s donation in 2018/2019 supported purchasing computers to assist with this tax filing assistance.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Victoria Duley
UNITED WAY AND THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT COALITION OF THE ADIRONDACK REGION  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-15 04:00:00Z 0

ST. PETER’S SOUP KITCHEN
 

“Soup kitchens aren’t just vehicles geared towards nourishing the body; they also fill the minds, hearts and souls of the people gathered there,” is a quote from a 2019 article in the Press-Republican.
 
Sunrise Rotary is proud of its support of the St. Peter's Soup Kitchen. In addition to financial support, Sunrise Rotarians volunteer 4 times a year to help serve dinners and clean up the facility afterwards. In addition to volunteering throughout the year, Sunrise also provided a financial donation to provide for special assistance to families in need over the holidays in December.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Kjell Dahlen
ST. PETER’S SOUP KITCHEN  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-15 04:00:00Z 0

TWIN RIVERS COUNCIL BSA
 

The Twin Rivers Council provides the varied programs of the Boy Scouts of America to youth and volunteer leaders in thirteen counties in northeastern New York  including Albany, Clinton, Columbia, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, and Washington counties.   The Council provides service to more than 9,000 youth and 6,000 registered adult volunteers.
 
Sunrise Rotary’s donation to the Twin Rivers Council supported the fundraising ”Good Scout” Dinner, to create opportunities for youth to gain memorable experiences and become instilled with values, principles, and skills that will help them develop into the future leaders of our nation.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Victoria Duley
TWIN RIVERS COUNCIL BSA  2019-07-15 04:00:00Z 0

THERAPY DOGS INTERNATIONAL
 

Therapy Dogs International is a volunteer organization dedicated to the regulation, testing, selection and registration of qualified dogs and handlers for the purpose of visitations to hospitals, nursing home, other institutions.
 
In 2019 Sunrise Rotary's financial donation helped with the organization's efforts to produce and distribute training materials.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Victoria Duley
 
THERAPY DOGS INTERNATIONAL  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

ADVOCACY RESOURCE CENTER - FESTIVAL OF TREES
 

Members of the Sunrise Rotary Club of Plattsburgh joined together each year to help give back to the community by volunteering at several annual holiday events. In November, Sunrise Rotarians trimmed a holiday tree, sponsored by the club, to help support the Advocacy Resource Center of Clinton County NY (ARC).
 
Currently over 500 individuals and their families benefit from the wide variety of services provided by ARC, such as vocational programs, community integration, therapeutic intervention and residential options. In 2018, the theme for Rotary’s tree this year was 'Happy Harvest' and was awarded third place by the judges for creativity.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Allison Hulbert-Bruce
ADVOCACY RESOURCE CENTER - FESTIVAL OF TREES  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - PLATTSBURGH RELAY FOR LIFE
 

Posted by Joanne Dahlen
Relay For Life is a community-based fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. 
 
Sunrise Rotarians volunteered to help with the Plattsburgh Relay For Life event at the Clinton County Fairgrounds on June 14, 2019. Rotarians worked at the Survivor’s and Caregiver’s check-in and at the Survivor’s dinner.  The event raised over $87,000 for the American Cancer Society.  Joan Sterling, the Community Manager for the Plattsburgh Relay For Life, is a Sunrise Rotarian.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Joan Sterling
Plattsburgh Relay for Life on Facebook
 

 
 
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - PLATTSBURGH RELAY FOR LIFE  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

TED K. YOUTH CENTER - SUMMER PROGRAM
 

The Plattsburgh Housing Authority was established in 1951 to ensure safe, adequate, decent and affordable housing, and to promote opportunities for residents’ self-sufficiency and economic independence. The Ted K. Center was founded in the late 1970s when instances of vandalism and crime within Plattsburgh Housing Authority (PHA) family developments occurred at an alarming rate while the number of unsupervised youth also increased. The community center program focuses on education and constructive leisure time activities for youth. 
TED K. YOUTH CENTER - SUMMER PROGRAM  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

SALVATION ARMY
 

Throughout the day on December 15, 2018, seventeen Sunrise Rotarians, along with their friends and family, helped ring the bell for donations for The Salvation Army at the Champlain Centre Mall. Sunrise Rotarians helped to raise over $900 for The Salvation Army.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Randy Giltz
 
SALVATION ARMY  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

CHILD CARE COORDINATING COUNCIL (CCCCNC)
 

CCCCNC is a non-profit agency working to support and strengthen families and child care professionals throughout the North County area.
 
Sunrise Rotary was a sponsor of the CCCNC’s second annual Trick or Treat for Books on October 26, 2019 at the Champlain Centre Mall in Plattsburgh. Children, some dressed as their favorite storybook character, enjoyed story book reading centers, literacy games and crafts, and received a book as their "treat" along with the opportunity to win other cool prizes. Sunrise Rotarians attended the event along with one of our member’s therapy dog, Brison, who also joined in the fun as the “reader” dog.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Victoria Duley
CHILD CARE COORDINATING COUNCIL (CCCCNC)  Joanne Dahlen 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF CLINTON COUNTY

Literacy Volunteers of Clinton County provided over 2,500 hours of literacy education to 98 students in 2018 with the help of 175 volunteers.
 
The Literacy Challenge is the biggest fundraiser Literacy Volunteers hosts each year (March 2, 2019). Sunrise Rotary is a long-time co-sponsor of this event and volunteers helped with event logistics, including having a team participating in the competition.
 
Sunrise Rotary Contact: Maxine Perry
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF CLINTON COUNTY 2019-07-14 04:00:00Z 0

Perfect Timing for Mayor's Cup

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on May 31, 2019
Sunrise Rotary Club President Elect Libby Quéguiner (right) and City of Plattsburgh Mayor Colin Read unveil the 2019 Mayor's Cup T-shirt design during a press conference on May 30, 2019 at the City Council Chambers at City Hall. This year's festival, taking place July 4 through 7, kicks off with the Fourth of July celebration in the city.
 
Perfect Timing for Mayor's Cup Joanne Dahlen 2019-05-31 04:00:00Z 0

'Spirit of Ianelli' Award - Now Seeking Nominations for 2019

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on May 07, 2019
The 42nd Annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta & Festival will honor the 2019 recipient of the “Spirit of Ianelli” Award on Saturday, July 6, 2019, and the Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Committee is currently seeking nominations from the community for this prestigious award.
 
'Spirit of Ianelli' Award - Now Seeking Nominations for 2019 Joanne Dahlen 2019-05-07 04:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotary Shows Support for Team Fox

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on May 07, 2019
Sunrise Rotary is proud to be a sponsor of the Plattsburgh Half Marathon Relay/10k/5k and to provide funds in support of Team Fox and Parkinson's Disease Research. And, Rotarians came out in style on Sunday, May 5th to provide refreshments and encouragement to all the runners at Mile Marker 12!
 
Sunrise Rotary Shows Support for Team Fox Joanne Dahlen 2019-05-07 04:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotarians enjoy giving back over the holidays

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jan 24, 2019
Members of the Sunrise Rotary Club of Plattsburgh joined together to help give back to the community by volunteering at several annual holiday events in 2018.
 
On November 20th Sunrise Rotarians trimmed a holiday tree, sponsored by the club, to help support the Advocacy Resource Center of Clinton County NY (ARC). Currently over 500 individuals and their families benefit from the wide variety of services provided by ARC, such as vocational programs, community integration, therapeutic intervention and residential options. This year's theme, 'Happy Harvest' was awarded third place by the judges for creativity.
 
At several times throughout the year Sunrise Rotarians volunteer at the St. Peter's Soup Kitchen, and on December 11th evening, nine club members helped to serve dinner at the soup kitchen at Seton Academy. In December, Sunrise Rotary also donated $1,000 to the St. Peter's Soup Kitchen to provide additional support to local families in need.
 
 

 
Sunrise Rotarians enjoy giving back over the holidays Joanne Dahlen 2019-01-24 05:00:00Z 0

Kayak event 2018

 
Kayaking with Sunrise Rotary and the Town of Plattsburgh on the most perfect of August evenings! Sue LeBlanc, Libby Hyatt Quéguiner, and I tried SUP for the first time.  Jerry Kelly paddled around in a kayak!  Thanks so much, Erin and Melanie, we are grateful to have a wonderful friendship with the Town of Plattsburgh Recreation Department! It was a wonderful night of fellowship. 
Kayak event 2018 Libby Queguiner 2018-08-16 04:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotary manages 41st annual Mayor's Cup Regatta

The Mayor’s Cup Regatta returned on July 7th as the signature event of the Mayor's Cup Regatta and Festival, Plattsburgh's most time-honored and highly anticipated summer tradition on Lake Champlain. Sunrise Rotarian Kjell Dahlen has organized and managed the sailing regatta for the past 26 years. Sunrise Rotarian Jeff Prescott managed the registration station for the regatta, and the BBQ and awards ceremony for the second straight-year. Many fellow Rotarians were on hand helping with sailor's registration, selling T-shirts and BBQ tickets and assisting with the awards ceremony.
 
Sunrise Rotary manages 41st annual Mayor's Cup Regatta 2018-07-09 04:00:00Z 0
Leigh and Stephens Mundy are the 2018 Spirit Ianelli Awards honorees Joanne Dahlen 2018-07-07 04:00:00Z 0

City of Plattsburgh welcomes Rotary District 7040 DG

The City of Plattsburgh Mayor Read graciously welcomed District Governor Martha Weaver to Plattsburgh on July 5, 2018. Martha was visiting Plattsburgh on the occasion of the kick-off of the 41st annual Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival hosted by Sunrise Rotary and the City of Plattsburgh. Sunrise Rotary President Doug Kashorek and other members of the Sunrise and Noon clubs were on hand for the welcome ceremony that took place in front of the McDonough monument overlooking the Saranac River and Lake Champlain.
 
 
 
City of Plattsburgh welcomes Rotary District 7040 DG Joanne Dahlen 2018-07-05 04:00:00Z 0
Sunrise Rotary adds new event to the Mayor's Cup line-up Joanne Dahlen 2018-07-05 04:00:00Z 0

Meet the 'Champy' Judges

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jul 04, 2018
Newly-elected Plattsburgh Rotary Club Presidents Doug Kashered (Sunrise) and Jack Helfgott (Noon) were asked to participate as judges in the City of Plattsburgh's 4th of July 'Champy' Parade.
Meet the 'Champy' Judges Joanne Dahlen 2018-07-04 04:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotarians sell t-shirts to raise money

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jul 03, 2018
Sunrise Rotarians Kathy Duley and Connie Fisher co-Chair the Mayor's Cup T-shirt committee. In addition to being sold at various establishments around town, many fellow Sunrise Rotarians volunteered to sell T-shirts at the Farmers Market, the City's Fourth of July Parade, the Jumping in July Concert at the Strand sponsored by Sunrise Rotary, at Trinity Park during the Mayor's Cup Festival and all day at the Naked Turtle during the Mayor's Cup Regatta.
 

Proceeds from the sales of Mayor’s Cup t-shirts help Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary support community-based projects, such as the Sunrise Rotary Pavilion at Wilcox Dock, and the Sunrise Rotary Gazebo at the Samuel D. Champlain monument. In fact, Sunrise Rotary raised over $25,000 for the universally accessible Max Moore Memorial Treehouse on the Saranac River Trail in Plattsburgh. 

Sunrise Rotarians sell t-shirts to raise money Joanne Dahlen 2018-07-03 04:00:00Z 0

What's New for Mayor's Cup?

Largest sailboat regatta on Lake Champlain remains the festival's highlight

City of Plattsburgh Mayor Colin Read (left) and Sunrise Rotary Club President James Snook unveil the 2018 Mayor's Cup T-shirt design during a press conference at the City Council Chambers at City Hall on Tuesday. This year's festival kicks off the day after the Fourth of July celebration in the city, taking place July 5 through 8.
 
What's New for Mayor's Cup? Joanne Dahlen 2018-06-13 04:00:00Z 0

Camp Jericho Beautification Day

Posted on Jun 08, 2018
Good afternoon fellow Rotarians -
 
With permission from Maria, I wanted to send out a quick announcement for an upcoming YMCA event.
 
We are holding our 1st annual Camp Jericho Beautification Day, this Saturday June 9th from 11-3.
 
Our wonderful camp that serves over 600 children during the summer months is in need of some well-needed love. We are looking for volunteers from Rotary to come up and help with some projects- painting, trimming, raking etc.
 
Only recently had  notice a faded "Rotary Lodge" sign on our main barn at Camp Jericho (see attached photo), and thought it time to re-engage our club with this wonderful camp that many of you know or know someone who has attended. 
 
If you are able to make please let me know at jihne@plattsburghymca.org. The event is family friendly and we will also have a BBQ that afternoon. While we have some equipment- feel free to bring clippers and work gloves.
 
Thank you all so much 
 
Justin
Camp Jericho Beautification Day 2018-06-08 04:00:00Z 0

'Spirit of Ianelli' nominations sought

Plattsburgh Mayor’s Cup committee seeks nominees for prestigious community award
The Mayor’s Cup Regatta & Festival Committee is seeking nominations to receive this year’s Ianelli Award. Pictured: Former state Assemblywoman Janet Duprey receiving the award from Mayor Colin Read.
'Spirit of Ianelli' nominations sought Joanne Dahlen 2018-05-31 04:00:00Z 0

Ashtyn Moore — 8 months into Youth Exchange in Denmark

Posted by Ashton Moore on Apr 10, 2018
It feels really weird to already be eight months down with exchange because I’m at a point where I’m really used to my life here. It doesn’t feel real that I have to go home in 88 days… to be totally honest I really don’t want to at all. I’d love to for a week, but I feel really at home here.
 
If anything, this exchange has made me much more mature and independent and I’ve worked a lot on myself, It’s really made me a lot happier and grow a lot as a person. I hate thinking that I have less than three months because no one else understands how little time that actually is. I left my life in the US for a year but now I’m leaving the life I built in a year for good. 
 
Ashtyn Moore — 8 months into Youth Exchange in Denmark Ashton Moore 2018-04-10 04:00:00Z 0

Bring it....To the Floor! 

Posted by Libby Quéguiner on Jan 25, 2018
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Mark your calendar and plan on attending Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary Club’s Bring it….To the Floor dance event on Saturday, February 17th from 7 pm – 11 pm.

Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/399743170452612/


 

Dance All Night Long

Pay a $10 cover charge and dance all night long to the best music from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s brought to you by Sound Obsession.

For an extra $5 per person, enter the Charity Challenge contest for a chance to win a $150 donation to the charity of your choice. All contestants will dance together to 3 songs chosen by our judges.  The person or couple who earns the votes of the judges and the most votes from the crowd wins the challenge.  Joe Ferris and Lisa Engel Bojo from NAMI won last month’s contest and they are challenging you to Bring it ……To the Floor

So head over to the VFW and help Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary impact our community through local projects.  Bring it…..To the Floor!

Bring it....To the Floor! Libby Quéguiner 2018-01-25 05:00:00Z 0

Thank you from the Adirondack Engineers 4H Club 

Posted on Jan 25, 2018
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Thank you for the wonderful donation of $750 to the Adirondack Engineers 4H robotics group. It is very much appreciated. The team will be sending their thanks soon.
I just wanted to give you a small update. We had a blast at our last competition in Albany on January 13. We did very well. We earned the following awards:
--Think Award: First place (for innovative robot design and reliable performance)
--Control Award: Second place (for software, algorithm development, and driver period enhancements)
--Inspire Award: Second Place (second place team overall at the completion)
--Finalist Alliance: (played, but lost, the final competition match)
Our next competition is at Pace University in Westchester on February 11. We qualified for this Regional Competition because of our previous performance at qualifying competitions. We will be competing to earn a spot to continue on to SuperRegionals, held in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
There is a good chance that we will be competing at Essex High School in Vermont on February 24. We are second on the wait list, but have been asked to send in our registration fee. That usually means they feel a spot will open up for us.
We are happy to invite Rotary members to watch either competition, although the Vermont one is much closer. Perhaps a Rotary cheering section, as was mentioned! If interested, spectators should arrive at Essex High School by 10:30am – that is usually when the competition rounds and opening ceremonies begin.
I have attached a couple of pictures from Albany. I hope all is well and give our best to Sunrise Rotary. - Brian
Thank you from the Adirondack Engineers 4H Club Libby Quéguiner 2018-01-25 05:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotarians enjoy giving back over the holidays

Posted by Joanne Dahlen
Members of the Sunrise Rotary Club of Plattsburgh joined together to help give back to the community by volunteering at several annual holiday events in 2017.
 
On November 20th Sunrise Rotarians trimmed a holiday tree, sponsored by the club, to help support the Advocacy Resource Center of Clinton County NY (ARC). Currently over 500 individuals and their families benefit from the wide variety of services provided by ARC, such as vocational programs, community integration, therapeutic intervention and residential options.
 
At several times throughout the year Sunrise Rotarians volunteer at the St. Peter's Soup Kitchen, and on a snowy December 12th evening, nine club members helped to serve dinner at the soup kitchen at Seton Academy. In December, Sunrise Rotary also donated $1,000 to the St. Peter's Soup Kitchen to provide additional support to local families in need.
 
 

 
Sunrise Rotarians enjoy giving back over the holidays Joanne Dahlen 2018-01-05 05:00:00Z 0

Youth Exchange: 5 month update from Denmark

Posted on Jan 04, 2018
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Ashtyn Moore is photographed here at her favorite cafe writing the Sunrise Rotary Club about her experience as a youth exchange student in Denmark.
 
'Whoa. Five months!
The past month has been pretty tough to be honest. A young family member passed away while serving in our navy, so its been awful to not be around my family, but I have extremely great support here and everyone was so sweet to make me feel better. That meaning rotary members, friends, family, and people who barely know me. Not to mention the support from everyone in New York and district 7040. Aside from that, my exchange as usual has made me happy once again. In December, I had a few bumps that I wasn’t used to because of the event that took place and the reminder of not being home for Christmas, but it wasn’t too drastic because since the first month in Denmark, I’ve realized that this is my second home and planned to come back and continue to make it my home.
Youth Exchange: 5 month update from Denmark Joanne Dahlen 2018-01-04 05:00:00Z 0

Polio Month was a Success!

Posted by Joanne Dahlen
Rotary Clubs registered more than 3,400 World Polio Events in 102 countries at endpolio.org. That's twice as many events as last year!
 
Plattsburgh's Noon and Sunrise Rotary Clubs, along with the SUNY Rotaract Club, joined forces at the Champlain Centre Mall over the weekend of October 20, 2017. Every 15 minutes a different cyclist mounted the stationary bike donated for the event by Dick's Sporting Goods. In all, over $3,400 was raised -  and then doubled - by a matching grant courtesy of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation! Oh, Sunrise Rotarian, Joanne Dahlen, was honored with the 'Best Dressed' Award on the bike!
Polio Month was a Success! Joanne Dahlen 2018-01-03 05:00:00Z 0

Dance all night for only $10

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Dec 15, 2017
Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary's Laurie Marvin and her "Fun Raising" Committee are inviting the community to an evening of great music and dancing. You can dance all night for only $10!
 
Bring it...to the floor!, featuring decades of dance music, will be held at the VFW on Boynton Avenue in Plattsburgh on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 7:00-11:00pm,
 
Dance the night away to your favorite hits from the 70's, 80's and 90's with music by Sound Obsession. And couples who want to show off their stuff can enter a dance contest for an additional fee. The winning couple will receive a $150 donation to the charity of their choice in addition to the bragging rights of being named the best on the dance floor! For more information visit the Sunrise Rotary's event page on Facebook.
Dance all night for only $10 Joanne Dahlen 2017-12-15 05:00:00Z 0

Artwork helps to revitalize Plattsburgh's Downtown

Posted by Joanne Dahlen

Sunrise Rotary is a proud supporter of Outside Art: Plattsburgh's Public Art Project, a community organization that produces and creates public art for Plattsburgh and spreads local awareness of public art projects around the world.

The 18’ by 10’ “Read and Grow! Dream Garden” mural on the outside wall of the Plattsburgh Public Library was officially unveiled on October 27, 2017.

Artwork helps to revitalize Plattsburgh's Downtown Joanne Dahlen 2017-10-27 04:00:00Z 0

Ashtyn Moore enjoying Youth Exchange in Denmark

Posted by Ashtyn Moore on Oct 15, 2017
Hello everyone!
 
So far, my stay in Denmark has been absolutely amazing!!!
 
I’ve met so many amazing people — both Danish and exchange students — and I’ve really been getting better with the language. For example, all my grandparents here don’t speak ANY English except for my mormor (mother’s mom).
 
 One day my bedstefar (dad’s dad) came over and I was the only person home …  my youngest sibling wasn’t even home, and at least she’s speaks a little English. On top of him not speaking English, his dialect is almost impossible to understand ... so he came inside and I heard “goddav!” and my stomach just dropped!! Hahaha! I knew this would be interesting. So, we begin a very simple conversation after asking “vil du have kaffe?” (would you like coffee?) which was about his trip with his wife to Switzerland and how it snowed and I didn’t know the word for snow at the moment so that became a very intense game of charades!!
Ashtyn Moore enjoying Youth Exchange in Denmark Ashtyn Moore 2017-10-15 04:00:00Z 2

Kayaking on the Saranac

Posted by Joanne Dahlen
 
Thank you to Mel Defayette and the Town of Plattsburgh for helping Sunrise Rotary host their second annual kayaking event on the Saranac River.  The Cadyville Beach provided the perfect destination to put-in and take-out on the Saranac. Sunrise Rotarians and friends were all welcome, free of charge, to enjoy an evening paddle on the river on August 31, 2017. Next year there is talk of hosting two events on the river. Stay tuned!
Kayaking on the Saranac Joanne Dahlen 2017-08-31 04:00:00Z 0

Arts Walk Planned for Plattsburgh City Center

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jul 13, 2017
City officials in Plattsburgh are working to make the downtown center more appealing to tourists. One of the newest initiatives got a boost recently when the Sunrise Rotary announced it will sponsor a plan to create an Arts Walk in the center city. Last weekend the Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary hosted the Mayor’s Cup Regatta, the largest sailing race on Lake Champlain.  The group also supported a Landlubber Mural Project that brought nautical-themed drawings to buildings across downtown.  

Arts Walk Planned for Plattsburgh City Center Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-13 04:00:00Z 0
Plattsburgh natives take home Mayor’s Cup Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-10 04:00:00Z 0

40th Mayor’s Cup Regatta sets sail on Lake Champlain

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jul 10, 2017

Sailboats from the Northeast will be on Lake Champlain for the 40th annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta at 10 a.m. today.

The regatta, a signature event of the four-day Mayor’s Cup Regatta and Festival, will feature races divided into three divisions — Racing, Cruising and Multihull.

Regatta coordinator Dr. Kjell Dahlen said the regatta brings talented sailors to Lake Champlain and also helps showcase Plattsburgh and the North Country.

40th Mayor’s Cup Regatta sets sail on Lake Champlain Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
40th Annual Mayor's Cup Regatta Sets Sail Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
100 Participate in Mayor's Cup bide ride Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
2017 Mayor's Cup Regatta Slide Show Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
Downtown Plattsburgh Mayor's Cup Murals Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
Volunteers getting city ship-shape for Mayor's Cup Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-06 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor’s Cup to honor Janet Duprey with the “Spirit of Ianelli” Award  Joanne Dahlen 2017-07-05 04:00:00Z 0

Rotarians of the Year are announced at Annual Dinner

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jun 26, 2017
Outgoing President Joanne Dahlen closed the awards dinner program on June 20, 2017 by recognizing Tom Glasgow and Jerry Kelly as the “Rotarians of the Year” for their years of service to Sunrise Rotary and Rotary International.
 
Tom has been a member of Sunrise Rotary since 1997 and is a past President of the club.  Jerry has been a member of the club since 1998.  Both individuals have been distinguished as Paul Harris Fellows.
 
 
Rotarians of the Year are announced at Annual Dinner Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-26 04:00:00Z 0

Laurie Marvin is named the 2017 Paul Harris Fellow

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jun 26, 2017
The Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary Club recently acknowledged individuals for their service to the club and to the community at an annual awards dinner held on June 20, 2017,
 
Sunrise Rotarian Laurie Marvin was named the 2017 Paul Harris Fellow and Gil Duken was honored as the 2017 Community Paul Harris Fellow. The "Community" recognition is awarded every year to one person from outside the club who the committee feels has exemplified the Rotary tradition of "service above self". 
 
 
Laurie Marvin is named the 2017 Paul Harris Fellow Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-26 04:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotary honors Gil Duken

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jun 26, 2017
Gil Duken was honored as the 2017 Community Paul Harris Fellow. The "Community" recognition is awarded every other year to one person from outside the club who the committee feels has exemplified the Rotary tradition of "service above self". 
 
Sunrise Rotary honors Gil Duken Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-26 04:00:00Z 0
Officials Preview 40th Annual Mayor’s Cup Festival And Regatta Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-06 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor's Cup to mark 4 decades Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-05 04:00:00Z 0

Mayor's Cup Kick-Off Press Conference

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jun 05, 2017
The 40th annual Mayor's Cup Festival and Regatta officially 'kicked-off' on Friday, July 2, 2017 with a press conference at City Hall. The Mayor's Cup Festival and Regatta is co-hosted by Sunrise Rotary and the City of Plattsburgh. The four-day festival features a myriad of activities for the whole family including live outdoor music, fireworks, boat parade of lights, fire truck pull and more!
Mayor's Cup Kick-Off Press Conference Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-05 04:00:00Z 0

2017 Mayor's Cup T-shirts on Sale Now!

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jun 05, 2017
We sold-out of the 2016 t-shirts last year so make sure you get yours soon. And, remember they make great gifts for out-of-town family and friends. The 2017 Mayor's Cup t-shirts cost $20 US (tax included) and are available in a men's crew neck and women's v-neck styles.
 
2017 Mayor's Cup T-shirts on Sale Now! Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor's Cup Regatta Nears Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-05 04:00:00Z 0

Call for Nominations Now Open for 2017 'Spirit of Ianelli' Award

The "Spirit of Ianelli" Award was established in 2010 in honor of the late Mayor John Ianelli, former Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh and co-founder of the Mayor’s Cup Regatta in 1977. This honor is bestowed upon an individual – sailor or landlubber – who exemplifies the same “community does matter” spirit that inspired Mayor Ianelli 38 years ago, empowering our lake community to thrive, not only on race day, but every day.
 
In 2016, the Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Committee named Gordie Little the 2016 "Spirit of Ianelli" Award honoree. Sunrise Rotary’s Mayor’s Cup Co-Chair Joanne K. Dahlen said that selecting Gordie Little as this year’s honoree was an easy decision to make. “We only wish we had the opportunity to present Gordie the award in person and not posthumously,” said Joanne.
Call for Nominations Now Open for 2017 'Spirit of Ianelli' Award Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-05 04:00:00Z 0

Sunrise Rotarians volunteer to clean up local trail systems

On June 3, 2017, in honor of National Trail Day, Sunrise Rotarians along with several other service organizations, volunteered to clean up some the local trail systems in and around the City. Plattsburgh's Mayor Read even came down to join the fun and to thank us for our service.
Sunrise Rotarians volunteer to clean up local trail systems Joanne Dahlen 2017-06-03 04:00:00Z 0

April 'best month so far' of Youth Exchange for Zoe

Posted by Zoe Taber on May 02, 2017
April has possibly been the best month of my exchange so far. The first week was my mother's visit to Japan, she stayed from the 1st to the 8th. I was beyond excited to see her for the first time after 7 months, and I was so happy that she could meet my host families and host Rotary club. 

Together with each of my host families, we took day trips around the Kansai area; Nara, Kyoto, and Osaka, and we introduced her to some of our favorite Japanese foods. I was so excited to show her around my city, my school, and my favorite places in Osaka. I especially loved surprising her with how far I've come with my Japanese language skills, my ability to navigate the train and subway systems, and even my chopstick skills!
April 'best month so far' of Youth Exchange for Zoe Zoe Taber 2017-05-02 04:00:00Z 0

Youth Exchange report from Japan.

Posted by Zoe Taber on Feb 04, 2017
The following is a letter from Zoe Taber, our Youth Exchange student in Japan, sent just after the New Year's holiday...
 
明けましておめでとうございます (translates to: I wish you a Happy New Year),
 
Happy New Years from Japan! It has been a great start to 2017. As Japan's biggest holiday, New Year's greetings and celebrations have lasted through this whole month. I started 2017 with my host family on a trip to a small and rural island off the coast of Osaka.
Youth Exchange report from Japan. Zoe Taber 2017-02-04 05:00:00Z 0

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County honors Sunrise Rotary at their annual meeting

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Nov 04, 2016
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County  (CCEC) held its annual meeting on October 18, 2016 at the Adirondack Room at the Butcher Block in Plattsburgh. Two organizations, Mountain Lake PBS and Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise, were recognized as 'Friends of Extension'. Sunrise Rotary President Joanne Dahlen was on hand to receive the award at the dinner meeting.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County honors Sunrise Rotary at their annual meeting Joanne Dahlen 2016-11-04 04:00:00Z 0
Sunrise 'Shines' at District Conference Joanne Dahlen 2016-11-04 04:00:00Z 0

Our Youth Exchange student in Japan, Zoe Taber, sends update

Posted by Zoe Taber on Oct 31, 2016
The following is a monthly report from Zoe Taber, the Plattsburgh Sunrise Club Youth Exchange Student in Japan...
 
こにちわ、(translates to "Good Day" or maybe "Hello")

It's been two months now and it still feels like I just got here. At the same time, it feels like years ago that I said goodbye to my family and friends in New York and got on the plane — what strange feeling! This last month has been a very good one.
Our Youth Exchange student in Japan, Zoe Taber, sends update Zoe Taber 2016-10-31 04:00:00Z 0

Zoe Taber, YE student in Japan, sends greetings

Posted by Zoe Taber on Oct 01, 2016
こにちわ、(Good Day),

It is hard to believe it has already been a month since I've been here! These weeks have flown by and I am already starting to feel very at home. I am attending Osaka Sumiyoshi high school, and I am happy to say the students as well as the teachers are so incredibly friendly, never once have I had to sit alone, or to walk to a class by myself.
 
On an average school day I wake up at 6:00 and eat breakfast with my host family, I try to leave the house at 7:00 And begin my walk to the train station, I take the train to school for about 45 minutes (as I have had little experience with trains, this took some practice). School starts at 8:30 and goes until 4:30 most days.
 
Zoe Taber, YE student in Japan, sends greetings Zoe Taber 2016-10-01 04:00:00Z 0
Jim Snook is named 2016 "Sunrise Rotarian of the Year" Joanne Dahlen 2016-08-24 04:00:00Z 0
Jessica Sears recieves Rotary's highest honor - the Paul Harris Fellow Award Joanne Dahlen 2016-08-24 04:00:00Z 0
Kerry P. Taylor hosts the Sunrise Rotary Annual Dinner Joanne Dahlen 2016-08-24 04:00:00Z 0
2016 Mayor's Cup Regatta Results Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-10 04:00:00Z 0

Parsons weathers the storm to win Mayor's Cup Regatta

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jul 10, 2016
Harsh winds and the threat of lightning did not prevent the 39th-Annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta from taking place Saturday on Lake Champlain, nor did it keep Plattsburgh’s Michael Parsons from capturing the coveted Mayor’s Cup trophy. Parsons and skipper Peter Hall of Montreal, Quebec, helped lead the crew of Obelix to a victory in the Racing division, finishing with a corrected time of two hours, eight minutes and 50 seconds.
 
Michael Parsons, holding the Mayor’s cup, poses for a photo with his Obelix crew, including skipper Peter Hall (center), at the Mayor’s Cup Regatta awards ceremony Saturday. (Photo credit, Joey LaFranca, P-R)
 
Parsons weathers the storm to win Mayor's Cup Regatta Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival a Windy Sucess Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-09 04:00:00Z 0

Registration is now open for the 39th annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta.

CALLING ALL CAPTAINS AND CREW!
 

Registration is now open for the 39th Annual Mayor's Cup Regatta.  On July 9th an estimated 100 boats will participate in this premiere, international sailing competition on Lake Champlain, attracting racers from New England, Quebec, and New York. The Mayor’s Cup Regatta includes competitive races in three divisions -Cruising, Racing, and Multihull with prizes for all classes.

 

Sailors should go to www.mayorscup.com to register for the Regatta and be a part of the most celebrated event on Lake Champlain. Register today!

 

For more information on the Regatta please contact:

Kjell Dahlen at regatta@mayorscup.com

 
Registration is now open for the 39th annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta. Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-09 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor Calnon welcomes Rotary District Governor to Plattsburgh Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-07 04:00:00Z 0

Mayor’s Cup to honor Gordie Little with the “Spirit of Ianelli” Award

The Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Committee is pleased to announce that Gordie Little has been named the 2016 "Spirit of Ianelli" Award honoree.
 
The "Spirit of Ianelli" Award was established in 2010 in honor of the late Mayor John Ianelli, former Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh and co-founder of the Mayor’s Cup Regatta in 1977. This honor is bestowed upon an individual – sailor or landlubber – who exemplifies the same “community does matter” spirit that inspired Mayor Ianelli 38 years ago, empowering our lake community to thrive, not only on race day, but every day.
Mayor’s Cup to honor Gordie Little with the “Spirit of Ianelli” Award Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-07 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor's Cup Committee: Community mattered lots to Little Joanne Dahlen 2016-07-05 04:00:00Z 0
Mayor's Cup organizers prepare for Plattsburgh festival Joanne Dahlen 2016-06-30 04:00:00Z 0
Breeze of excitement building for Mayor's Cup Joanne Dahlen 2016-06-30 04:00:00Z 0

Deadline for nominations for the 2016 'Spirit of Ianelli' Award is Friday, June 24

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Jun 21, 2016
The 39th Annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta & Festival will honor the 2016 recipient of the “Spirit of Ianelli” Award on Saturday, July 9, 2016, and the Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Committee is currently seeking nominations from the community for this prestigious award.
 
What is the “Spirit of Ianelli” Award?
The "Spirit of Ianelli" Award was established in 2010 in honor of the late Mayor John Ianelli, former Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh and co-founder of the Mayor’s Cup Regatta in 1977. This honor is bestowed upon one individual – sailor or landlubber – who exemplifies the same “community does matter” spirit that inspired Mayor Ianelli 39 years ago, empowering our lake community to thrive, not only on race day, but every day.
Deadline for nominations for the 2016 'Spirit of Ianelli' Award is Friday, June 24 Joanne Dahlen 2016-06-21 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Convention underway May 28

Posted by Rotary.org
Korea is playing host to Rotary's largest event of the year, its annual convention. More than 42,000 Rotary members from over 100 countries will come together this month to celebrate service, exchange ideas, and relax among friends at unforgettable concerts and social events. The convention runs from 28 May to 1 June. Attendees from District 7040 include District Governor Claude LaLiberté and Ginette; District Governor-Elect Nabil Oudeh and Gayle; District Rotaract Representative Dârini Vedarattiname; Cynthia Surette of Napanee and Jean Bégin of West Ottawa. During the convention Dârini will be facilitating one of the sessions.
Rotary Convention underway May 28 Rotary.org 2016-05-25 04:00:00Z 0

Youth Exchange students create International Dinner for Rotarians and guests

An enthusiastic crew of international chefs set out a sumptuous four course dinner at the home of PJ Whitbeck in Plattsburgh on Saturday, May 7. The chefs included three Youth Exchange Rebounds, two Inbounds, one Outbound and two Rotarians. The international meal for eight was the grand prize of a Youth Exchange fundraiser raffle, won by Plattsburgh Sunrise member PJ Whitbeck for his family and guests. Funds go to help defray the cost of the Youth Exchange program.
 
Youth Exchange students from the area love to share their home cultures with dishes from their home countries which included food from Japan, Spain, Slovakia, Denmark, Turkey, Switzerland and Venezuela.
 
Guests at the event also learned how to dance the salsa and had their Turkish coffee grounds read by a Gypsy.
 
Youth Exchange students create International Dinner for Rotarians and guests 2016-05-12 04:00:00Z 0
New events added to Mayor's Cup schedule 2016-04-21 04:00:00Z 0
Newbound Zoe Taber is Excited to go to Japan 2016-02-22 05:00:00Z 0

Outbound Andrew Baker's latest report from Switzerland

Posted on Feb 22, 2016
Six months over. Six months rich with a lifetime of new experiences, six months wearing all of the inconsolable pain and unimaginable joy that I alone may have have been able to carry. Half of a year in a foreign land, the adventure of a lifetime seemingly contained within the time between the rising and falling of the moon. No matter how hard I try, I can't shake the fear that my carefully executed dream will end when I wake up.
Outbound Andrew Baker's latest report from Switzerland 2016-02-22 05:00:00Z 0
Andrew Baker's 12/2015 Report from Switzerland 2015-12-28 05:00:00Z 0

WILCOX DOCK COMMUNITY PAVILION

The Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary Club dedicated three years of fundraising efforts through its Mayor's Club Regatta celebration to create a legacy community project — a pavilion constructed at Wilcox Dock Park on Lake Champlain, Cumberland Avenue in the City of Plattsburgh. This project was dedicated July 12, 2012.
 
The facility, which sits between Wilcox Dock and the City of Plattsburgh Healthy Lungs Trail, includes several picnic tables and offers scenic views of Lake Champlain.
WILCOX DOCK COMMUNITY PAVILION 2015-11-18 05:00:00Z 0

ShelterBox

The Sunrise Rotary Club of Plattsburgh has an ongoing financial commitment to the ShelterBox organization to provide aid to victims of disasters wherever they happen.

ShelterBox delivers emergency shelter and other lifesaving supplies to help families begin to rebuild their lives after losing their homes and possessions following a natural disaster or humanitarian crisis. 

Each ShelterBox is custom-packed depending on the needs of those affected by the disaster but often contains a family tent, water filter, blankets, cooking and eating utensils, tools, children’s activity pack, mosquito net and other items.
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African Bronze Honey Project

Posted by Roger Black on Nov 18, 2015
In November 2015 the Plattsburgh Sunrise Rotary Club embarked on a fundraiser for ShelterBox that has benefits that reach as far as the remote West Lunga Forest, an African miombo woodland forest preserve in the northwest region of Zambia. But the benefits won't only be felt in Africa, they will also fund another ShelterBox that will eventually be shipped to a disaster zone somewhere in the world to save a family coping with the loss of their home.
 
Club members will sell bottles of African Bronze Honey harvested by farmers in that region of Zambia. A portion of the cost of each bottle is set aside to train and equip more Zambians in how to harvest honey — supporting entrepreneurship and beekeeping in Africa.
 
African Bronze Honey Project Roger Black 2015-11-18 05:00:00Z 0

Plattsburgh Sunrise Club recognized for its support of Max Moore Memorial Tree House

Posted on Oct 19, 2015
Plattsburgh Sunrise is proud of its support of the Max Moore Memorial Tree House.
At the ribbon cutting ceremony Ashley Cousens thanked Sunrise for their significant monetary contribution and thanked Kathy Duley and Joanne Dahlen in particular for their continued involvement as volunteers.
Kathy Duley represented Sunrise Rotary at the groundbreaking ceremony earlier in the year and held the 'ribbon' which was really a mural hand painted by children at the event this past Saturday. 
Also on hand from Sunrise Rotary were Victoria Duley, Tom LaBombard, and Kjell Dahlen.
 
Plattsburgh Sunrise Club recognized for its support of Max Moore Memorial Tree House 2015-10-19 04:00:00Z 0

MAX MOORE MEMORIAL TREE HOUSE

Posted by Joanne Dahlen on Oct 01, 2015
The Max Moore Memorial Tree House is built along the Saranac River Trail near the Plattsburgh Police Department headquarters in Plattsburgh, NY.
 
The tree house is named after local pediatrician Dr. Heidi Moore's late son Max, who utilized a wheelchair and would have loved to be able to play in a tree house if he had the chance. Today people of all ages and abilities enjoy this unique universally accessible facility along the scenic Saranac River.
 
 
Over several years Sunrise Rotary raised $25,000 to support the design and construction of the tree house. Sunrise Rotarians happily volunteer their time to keep the tree house and surrounding areas in pristine condition.
 
MAX MOORE MEMORIAL TREE HOUSE Joanne Dahlen 2015-10-01 04:00:00Z 0

About our Speaker

Posted on Sep 11, 2015
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Plattsburgh and Champlain Valley Correspondent

Zach Hirsch came to NCPR in September 2013, and opened The Plattsburgh news bureau the following year.

Before joining the team, Zach hosted a community radio show in Burlington, VT; freelanced for an NPR station in New York City; and attended the Transom Story Workshop, a radio training program with Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, MA. During the two-month workshop, he reported on the psychological aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing. His profile of two survivors was at the center of an hour-long discussion on WCAI's The Point

Zach's work has also aired on NPR's All Things Considered, Weekend EditionPublic Radio Remix, the HowSound podcast, WFUV, and New Hampshire Public Radio. He has a degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Vermont.

Phone: 518-324-2403

Email: zhirsch@ncpr.org

Twitter: @zdhirsch

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a Message from our Past President

Posted by Cheryl Lesser on Jun 29, 2015
Farewell, it means goodbye, describes a departure…..This is my last day as President of the Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise and luckily I do not have to say farewell. I am blessed to be able to continue to work with a club full of wonderful, committed, intelligent and sometimes outrageous people. What other group of people are so lively at 7:30 a.m.?
 
I will admit that this has been my favorite year so far in Rotary because I was able to interact with everyone in many different capacities. Every Tuesday started off with the Tom and Gerry show and then we enjoyed each other and learned from great speakers and visitors. We worked and played together on projects and activities from Winter Carnival to Literacy Challenge to Mayor’s Cup and so on.
 
When I first joined Rotary, I really didn’t understand its true meaning. Today I have a better understanding of its mission of service and fellowship, but I know I have so much more to learn. I look forward to being part of the club for years to come and carrying out its mission:
 
The mission of the Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise is to make a positive impact in
 the lives of our members, and within our communities, by providing opportunities
 for service and leadership at the local and international levels.  We achieve this
through a committed, diverse and knowledgeable membership made stronger
 through project work, fellowship and fun. 
 
Thank you for an amazing journey!
 
Yours in Rotary,
Cheryl A. Lesser
a Message from our Past President Cheryl Lesser 2015-06-30 00:00:00Z 0

Club Runner Basics

Tuesday, May 26, we will be touching on some ClubRunner basics such as:
  • signing on
  • updating your profile
  • emailing
  • posting an event
Of course, we will touch on any area that you would like and answer questions. Please bring a computer, if you can. We want as many computers as possible, so everyone can have a hands-on experience.
Club Runner Basics 2015-05-25 00:00:00Z 0
Eulogy for William Smith - February 15, 2015 2015-03-25 00:00:00Z 0

Noon Club activities and FAMILY FUN

Posted on Feb 01, 2015
Rotary ski day at  Whiteface on Wed. Feb 4: Meet @ 9  AM at the '10th Mt. Division Wall" (in the  cafeteria to the right of the fireplace). Lunch at  mid-station at noon (probably downstairs). Meet  Whiteface management in the Cloudspin lounge at 3:30 for an  update on Mt. Operations.  If you arrive late, you  can call Steve Bailey's cell  phone at 728-1347.
 
Noon Club has organized a ski night/ pot luck social to be held at Beartown on the night of Friday February 13 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM.   You don't have to ski, you can just come to socialize.
 
Noon Club activities and FAMILY FUN James Snook 2015-02-02 00:00:00Z 0

Greatest Needs Items for New Hope Children's Home

Posted by Joanne Knowlton on Nov 23, 2014
Javaughn at New Hope Orphanage in Jamaica.
Would you like to donate items to the only orphanage in central Jamaica that accepts babies?
 
New Hope Children's Home is a non-profit organization and has been an independent licensed children's home for twenty years. Financial support is provided by donations from individuals along with a subvention from the government.
Greatest Needs Items for New Hope Children's Home Joanne Knowlton 2014-11-23 05:00:00Z 0

Seeking Candidates for RYLA Youth Leadership Summit and Awards

Posted by Joanne Knowlton
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The Rotary Youth  Leadership Summit and Awards Ceremony will take place June 26 -28, 2015 at Paul Smith's College and the Wild Center in Tupper Lake, NY.  RYLA offers 15-17 year old students the opportunity to gain insight on the following life skills: leadership basics, business ethics, communication, problem solving, decision making, personal strengths evaluation and community citizenship. Interested students should contact Kerry Taylor.
Seeking Candidates for RYLA Youth Leadership Summit and Awards Joanne Knowlton 2014-11-14 00:00:00Z 0

How to Make up a meeting

Posted by James Snook on Nov 10, 2014
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Missed a meeting, need to make it up? Going out of town and want to make one up on the road? There are options to do this using the web or the Club Runner APP.
 
How to Make up a meeting James Snook 2014-11-10 05:00:00Z 0

Mayors to “Settle Up” on a Friendly Wager at the 5th Annual Plattsburgh Polar Plunge

Posted by Joanne Knowlton on Nov 02, 2014
On Saturday, November 8th, brave souls will take a dip or a slow crawl into the chilly waters of Lake Champlain at City Beach in Plattsburgh, NY. What is a Polar Plunge? A wild, crazy and FUN event to raise awareness and funds for the dedicated athletes of Special Olympics New York!
 
New this year, Mayor James Calnon of the City of Plattsburgh and Mayor Miro Weinberger of the City of Burlington, VT will “settle up” on their friendly wager made during the 37th Annual Mayor’s Cup Regatta. The challenge of Mayors was the revival of an old tradition.  Mayor Calnon's NY boat, Odinn, narrowly beat Mayor Weinberger's VT boat, Buffalo Theory, resulting in Mayor Weinberger joining Mayor Calnon to participate in the 5th Annual Plattsburgh Polar Plunge together.  The Mayors invite you to continue their friendly competition by making pledges for your favorite Mayor!
 
Mayors to “Settle Up” on a Friendly Wager at the 5th Annual Plattsburgh Polar Plunge Joanne Knowlton 2014-11-03 00:00:00Z 0

Max Moore Memorial Tree House Benefits from Mayor's Cup 2014

Posted by J. Knowlton on Oct 21, 2014

On Tuesday, October 14, 2014, Cheryl Lesser and Jake DeSnyder presented Ashley Cousens with a check for $12, 160.00. The funds will help to build the Max Moore Memorial Tree House - a universally accessible structure that will be  located on the Pine Street trail head of the Saranac River Trail in Plattsburgh. During the presentation ceremony Ashley confirmed that construction of the project will begin in the spring of 2015. The Sunrise Rotary Club of Plattsburgh sold Mayor's Cup t-shirts earlier this year to support the building of the tree house.
Max Moore Memorial Tree House Benefits from Mayor's Cup 2014 J. Knowlton 2014-10-22 00:00:00Z 0

Rotary District Governor Ariane Carriere At Ceremony To Honor Canadian Efforts To Eradicate Polio

Posted by J. Knowlton on Oct 21, 2014
Rotary International leaders from across Canada gathered recently in Toronto to present Prime Minister Stephen Harper with the Rotary Foundation Polio Eradication Champion Award, recognizing Canada's efforts to eliminate polio globally. Rotary District Governor Ariane Carriere of Cornwall, Ontario was among those attending the ceremony.
 
Carriere is a strong supporter of eradicating polio and recently headed up an event in Ottawa that brought together Rotarians from throughout the district she governs to raise funds for polio eradication. “Rotary International and its partners are very close.” Carriere said. “With a commitment of more than $580 million since 1988, Canada has been a major partner with Rotary International in the effort to eradicate polio. It was an honour to be part of the ceremony hosted by The Rotary Foundation.”
Rotary District Governor Ariane Carriere At Ceremony To Honor Canadian Efforts To Eradicate Polio J. Knowlton 2014-10-22 00:00:00Z 0
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