Club Meeting: 03/12/2025

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Upcoming Events & Activities

MONTH OF MARCH 2025

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• March 6th - (CAMS) Club Assembly Meeting Social
• March 12th - Guest Speaker: Lisa Paper, Topic: "The Grant Experience (2022-23)"
• March 19th - Hybrid Club Meeting: Principal of the Gulfstream Academy
• March 26th - Guest Speaker: Jim Warwick, Topic: "The Positive Effects of Music & Art on Patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia"

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FRI., MARCH 7TH @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - THE BIG EASY CASINO "HALLANDALE BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD INSTALLATION"

The Big Easy Casino proudly presents the Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce Board Installation – a night filled with food, music, cocktails, and networking!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP TODAY!
Fees/Admission: $40 MEMBERS | $50 GUEST

Location: The Big Easy Casino
Address: 831 N Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Website: www.thebigeasycasino.com

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WED., MARCH 12TH - 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM "HYBRID CLUB MEETING" ANTHONY'S COAL FIRED PIZZA (AVENTURA)

What a wonderful meeting we had on March 12, 2025!

We had the pleasure of welcoming two visitors and hear our speaker give a superb presentation.

Ms. Lynne Bonny, the Principal of the Gulfstream Academy, was able to join us regardless of her busy schedule. Our Club has been working on the Kindness Room at Ms. Bonny's school.

We are so happy she was able to have lunch with us and speak to our Club members.

Thanks for coming Ms. Bonny. You are always welcome!

Mr. Tariq Robinson is the new Director of Operations of the Hallandale Beach YMCA.

Tariq moved from Augusta, Georgia. He is transferring his Rotary membership to our Club. We are thrilled to have Tariq. I am confident our Club will collaborate in many projects with the Hallandale Beach YMCA. We are ready!

Without delay, our President-Elect Marushka Jilek and Rotarian Colleen Brooks used the opportunity to donate to the Hallandale Beach YMCA two large bags containing bathing suites. Marushka presented the donations to Tariq.

Welcome! Tariq.

Thank you! Marushka and Colleen.

Mrs. Lisa Paper was our speaker for today. Lisa is so accomplished and impressive. Among the many, many things Lisa has achieved, our Club is proud to share that with Rotary's assistance, Lisa earned a Public Policy master’s degree at the University of Galway in Ireland. She is a former Rotary Global Grant Scholar. She currently lives in Belgium with her husband.

Lisa spoke about the impact of Rotary in her life, her experience in Ireland, what she is currently doing, and her plans for the future. We are so proud of you, Lisa!

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THU., MARCH 13TH @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - "KINDNESS ROOM WRAP-UP" GULFSTREAM ACADEMY

On March 13, 2025, we met again at the Gulfstream Academy in the Kindness Room. There we were greeted by Garry I. Bevel, JD Community Partnership School Manager - United Way of Broward County. We immediately started to work.

Connie Heatter and Marguerite Goulet intensely dedicated themselves to put together a wheeled cart.

Tomoko Supak and Evelyn Trinidad-Toraño opened dozens of boxes of snacks, while Tomoko organized everything in plastic containers and stacked them high in a pantry of sorts.

Evelyn continued to hang more pennants on the walls.

We were happy to see Rosario Acevedo de Higadera who joined us a little bit later and immediately started to help.

Garry unboxed the new refrigerator and helped us with everything that was needed.

We laughed, worked hard, rejoiced, learned and briefly were in lockdown when all the lights had to be turned off in almost absolute darkness.

We left happy knowing that we were volunteering for a great cause, acknowledging it is our privilege to serve as Rotarians.

We are thankful.

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TUE., MARCH 25TH @ 10:00 AM - "UNWIND & UPLIFT: A WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH EXPERIENCE" HALLANDALE BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Join us for an inspiring morning of empowerment, connection, and self-care at Zen Wellness Spa in Hallandale Beach. Hosted by the Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Council, this special Women’s History Month event celebrates the strength, success, and resilience of women in business and leadership.

Enjoy relaxing wellness experiences, insightful discussions, and networking opportunities that will leave you feeling refreshed and motivated. Together, let’s honor the remarkable achievements of women past and present while uplifting one another to reach new heights!

Location: Zen Zone FL Wellness
Address: 601 N Federal Hwy Suite #209, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Website: https://zenzonefl.com/

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Upcoming Events & Activities

MONTH OF APRIL 2025

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THU., APRIL 17TH @ 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM - "GULFSTREAM ELC - MOBILE SCHOOL PANTRY GIVEAWAY" GULFSTREAM ACADEMY

Mobile School Pantry (MSP) mission is to provide nutritious, healthy food items to children and families at low-income schools in South Florida. We are committed to creating a future without hunger where all families have access to adequate amounts of nutritious, culturally appropriate foods to learn, grow and thrive.

Become a Hunger Hero by volunteering at one of Mobile School Pantry’s client choice school pantries. Offering client choice allows families to select their own food instead of receiving pre-packed bags. This process provides dignity for families, prevents food waste and ultimately saves money.

Volunteers needed to assist with our client choice school pantry, tasks include: Unloading of truck, Set-up client choice school pantry, Refill baskets with produce items as needed throughout the giveaway, Assist families to shop, Breakdown boxes, Clean-up post giveaway, Smile and make families feel welcomed.

*Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes
Must be 14 years old to attend without an adult
Please bring your ID and check in at the school office. Let them know you're there to volunteer with Mobile School Pantry.

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SAT., APRIL 19TH @ 10:00 AM - 'EGG' STRAVAGANZA PETER BLUESTEN PARK

Our traditional and much loved Easter Egg hunt is back! Bring your basket and see who can get the most eggs in this fast paced and super fun events. The hunts will be separated into four age groups, there will be plenty of fun for everyone! The hunts start promptly at 10am and the bounce houses, food trucks, and vendors are open immediately following.

Food will be available for sale. All activities are free of charge.

Our Rotary Club is a Sponsor at this event and will have a table and help kids decorate colorful delicious cookies.

Location: Peter Bluesten Park
Address: 501 SE 1st Ave, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
More Info: www.CoHB.org/parks

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SAT., APRIL 26TH @ 6:00 PM - "PROGRESSIVE DINNER" (ANNUAL EVENT) HOSTED BY HALLANDALE BEACH MAYOR, JOY COOPER

Join the Hallandale Beach-Aventura Rotary Club for our Annual Progressive Dinner on Saturday, April 26th, at 6:00 PM. This special evening is a wonderful opportunity to meet, share, and connect while enjoying appetizers, dinner, and desserts at different locations.

As our annual fundraiser, your support helps us continue the impactful work we do in our community. Don’t miss this night of great food, great company, and giving back!

RSVP today—we can’t wait to see you!

Appetizers: Hosted by Claudia Valderrama (6PM-7PM)
Dinner: Hosted by Mayor Joy Cooper & Dr. Harry Cooper (7:15PM-8:30PM)
Desserts: Hosted by Georgia Winfield, Marushka Jilek, Connie Heatter, Lourdes & Jesus Abikarram (9PM-10PM)

Zelle Payment: Rotary Hallandale Aventura, rchbatr@gmail.com
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