Sustained action, lasting impact: Rotary’s promise to end polio
Since 1988, Rotary and our partners have helped immunize more than
3 billion children against polio in 122 countries. This effort has reduced polio cases by 99.9% worldwide, but the work isn't done until polio is gone for good
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NO LUNCH MEETING THIS WEEK 10/29/26
We will meet for Snacks/Dinner/Beverage 5:30
We will meet in the Evening at 5:30 at Bean & Barrel
564 Main Street - you must go inside the building and go straight back.
It is a lovely place -part pub, part coffee house, with cozy couches, work tables, and a vibe that says come as you are.
Let's enjoy some fellowship - pool tables are available.
Chason Goldschmitz, Executive Director Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, shared that NEPA Philharmonic is celebrating its 55th season offering the community innovative music experiences. In addition to the full orchestra events, Candle Lit Festivals/chamber music of 2-5 musicians are included this season. Additionally, sensory friendly concerts, deaf-inclusive concerts, memory friendly concerts as well as music education are part of their offerings. Events cover 5 counties, including Monroe. Health benefits accrue: research shows that attending cultural events once a month or more is associated with an over 40% lower risk of developing depression among adults aged 50 and older. The young benefit as students who have music programs in their school do significantly better academically than those without. Young people's concerts draw 1800 third to fifth grade students for the music of Jurassic Park. For more information, visit their website here
Rotarians Stepping Up in the Community
Thank you to all the Rotarians that helped cook, serve and cleanup at Mady's Kitchen this past Sunday, Nov 25, 2026. You are all a blessing to all the community members that look forward to this community meal each month.
Hard working in the kitchen, Mike Uklenowich and John Beljean, (Cathy Sterling not pictured), Gail Kulick, Debbie Kulick, Tiffany Lyons, Juliette Caines, Russell Little (Zerla Bartolome, not pictured) apologies to anyone that we may have missed.
Soles for Souls
Our endeavors for collecting shoes for out international project was a huge success. Over 230 pairs of shoes were collected though the efforts of Stroudsburgs Rotarians, our Rotaract Students at ESU, and the community for coming out in supporting impoverished communities. Per the website calculation the impact we had:
We diverted 290 pounds from going to local landfills, reducing the environmental impact of these unwanted items.
Donations can create $2099 of economic opportunities for families and communities to keep more money in their pockets to use towards other necessities and education. Donations could also provide countries like Haiti and Honduras with consistent quality of food, housing, and education for their families.
So again we thank you for participating, or spreading the word for this cause. A big thank you to Russell Little for collecting, counting and dropping off the shoes.
Rotarians Tiffany Lyons and Russell Little helped set up and run the Tricky tray at Valor's Cornhole Tournament. Kudos to you!
Rotarians Spotted Volunteering in the Community
Pictured below are Danica Hartenfels, Rose London, Grace D'Amico, Ted Butz, and Ed Schaefer at the Third Annual Gathering for Good/Community Foundation of Monroe County event. (Present but missing from the photo is Phil Weber.)
The 7th Annual Bushkill Emergency Corps Gala brought out Zerla Bartolome, Danica Hartenfels, Gail Kulick, Debbie Kulick, and Cathy Sterling.
Please text pictures of your volunteer efforts in non-profit community endeavers to Grace D'Amico at 570-977-0536 for inclusion in Rotarians Spotted Volunteering in the Community.
10% of Marita's proceeds on Halloween will be donated to Stroudsburgs Rotary for Polio Eradication so encourage friends to eat there that day!
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8th Annual High School Senior Leadership Luncheon
Thursday, November 12, 2026 11:30am - 1:30 pm
Shawnee Inn Grand Ballroom
Please bring check payable to Stroudsburgs Rotary Foundation orCash to a meeting for $25 for yourself to attend and $25 for each student you wish to sponsor, or Venmo Mike Raub @Michael-Raub-10.
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Save the Date: District Event on Saturday, November 14
9 am Service Project with Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center
See Oct 5 email from Tyrone Holmes for more information regarding project
12:00pm - 3pm Foundation Luncheon at Scranton Hilton
$40 per person - Lunch Included
Rotary International Director Mary Peak Helman will be the guest speaker
If you are the winning bidder for a silent auction item, the amount you pay will be donated to The Rotary Foundation in your name, giving you Foundation credit for your contribution
Let Mike Raub know if you are interested in attending luncheon to look into carpooling
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Other Events:
Valor Patriots Ball is November 7, 2026 at 6:30 pm
New - RHD Street2Feet 130 N 1st St, Stroudsburg - Tuesdays and Thursday from 10:30-1pm
Are you interested in helping the homeless? Street to feet has a great opportunity - No weekly commitment, but you need to be there the full 2.5 hours… opening doors, monitoring lunch, monitoring laundry. Must provide PA State Police Criminal Record Check documentation.
Join us at our table in front of Marita's educating the public about Polio eradication and handing out candy to the young ones as they Trick o Treat down Main Street
Come in costume for a chance to win a free Rotary lunch.
Marita's will donate 10% of the proceeds to The Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs for Polio donation
Marita's Southwestenn Bar & Grill
