HOST FAMILIES ARE NEEDED!!

The Rotary Youth Exchange program is an amazing opportunity for a young person to learn a new language, experience a new culture and grow to truly become global citizens. Many Goshen Rotarians have either hosted an international student and/or sent their high schooler to another country with this program and have many wonderful things to share with families who may be interested in hosting a student from another country. Your commitment to hosting need not be the entire school year! For details, please contact the Rotary at goshenrotary1928@gmail.com. Learn more about Rotary International and the Rotary Youth Exchange at www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/youth-exchanges.

 

Did you know that Emergency 911 calls are up 13% in the county? And calls have been going up steadily over the past few years. On February 17th we welcomed Kristen Eagleston, Chief of Operations, Ernest Stonick, President and members of the Goshen EMS to our morning meeting. Kristen explained that part of the reason for this increase has been the four very busy local nursing homes, thousands of visitors to Legoland and workers at the new warehouses that have opened in our area.  Goshen EMS is primarily staffed by EMTs and support personnel, who can handle many of the calls that come in, but the need is great for Paramedics who can provide next level Advanced Life Support care. A program is being developed in conjunction with SUNY Orange to meet the over 1000 clinical and classwork hours required to prepare for ALS certification. The expectation is with the new program, our reliance on outside of area response teams will be less.  Goshen EMS depends on donations and grants for their many operating costs which include paid staff, materials, vehicle maintenance and building repairs The Rotary donates to Goshen EMS yearly, if you can, consider a personal donation to this important community resource. 

Volunteer Day at Regional Food Bank Hudson Valley. 

"The Regional Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that collects donated food from the food industry and distributes it to nearly 900 charitable agencies feeding our neighbors in need throughout 23 counties of northeastern New York. The food provided by the Regional Food Bank helps to feed over 350,000 people each month. In 2024, the Food Bank distributed more than 53 million pounds of food (enough for 45 million meals) to our neighbors in need. The Regional Food Bank is a member of Feeding America, the national network of food banks."
(l to r) Doris Obremski, Veronica Weiss, Rolly Peacock, Paul MacLane and Mark Gargiulo.
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On January 27th, Paul MacLane (Pres), Tom Grimaldi (Interact Laison) and Mark Gargiulo (VP), met with Interact Advisor Christina Maliwacki and an enthusiastic group of students to discuss the Rotary Youth Exchange program as a way to learn a new language, experience a new culture and grow to truly become global citizens. Many Rotarians have either hosted an international student and/or sent their highschooler to another country with this program and have many wonderful things to share. Host families are needed!
On the local front, opportunities for Interact to join us at the Regional Food Bank in Montgomery were discussed, as well as marching in the St Patrick’s Day parade. Mark suggested getting a banner for the students to carry, which is a great idea to promote their club!
 
We look forward to a date soon when Christina and the Interact Club officers can come to our breakfast meeting at the library!
 
  
 
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Despite the frigid temps and mountains of snow we had to brave, a hardy group of devoted Rotarians were in attendance on January 27th and were warmed up with breakfast and a great meeting. Preliminary discussions were held regarding a project for our hundred-year anniversary, coming up in 2028, and we brainstormed ways we can get the word out about our club through social media. Upcoming social events include volunteering at the food bank in Montgomery, Super Bowl Party at the Chabad house, and marching in the St Patrick’s Day in March. Please contact a Rotarian for details!!
We also welcomed Rose Chiocchi, Director of the Goshen Public Library and Historical Society, to present her with a new American flag for the Pomares Community Room. We have been enjoying this new home for our meetings and appreciate the library staff allowing us to come in before regular hours. Thank you Rose!
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October 26 - Nov 14, 2025

The Flags are coming out again!

You can be a part of our community’s tribute to the heroes in our lives – past and present. This is your opportunity to honor your personal hero. It could be a member of the military, police, fire, or other first responders who put their lives on the line for us every day. It could be a teacher, coach, mentor, community leader, parent, child, or anyone who has been a hero in your life.

To Apply please click on this link to our event page: 2025 Flags for Heroes Event Page

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    March 14, 2013
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