During this extremely difficult time, the value of our relationships is more important than ever. While we may rely on phone calls, text messages and video conferences, our relationships will get us through this.
One of my favorite authors is Jon Gordon and he shares frequent blog posts to his email followers and yesterday’s email shared the following:
"I know what's going on is scary. I know the images on the television wreak havoc on our minds and souls. I know fear is at an all-time high. But I also know that a fear-filled life isn't living. This is why, now more than ever, I want to encourage you to choose faith...I want to encourage you to keep faith and hope alive in your most difficult moments. Focus on the task at hand each day. Strive to be productive and creative. Something great will come out of this for you. I truly believe that."
There are Rotarians in our Club that need faith and hope more than ever.
Beginning Tuesday, April 7th at 12:00 p.m., we will be hosting our weekly meetings via Zoom conference.
I would encourage you to participate and to share this invitation with anyone looking for encouragement, prayers or emotional support because that is exactly what we will be providing each Tuesday at noon, for the foreseeable future.
Time: 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Tuesday:
Apr 7, 2020 12:00 PM
Apr 14, 2020 12:00 PM
Apr 21, 2020 12:00 PM
Apr 28, 2020 12:00 PM
How to join us:
1. JOIN BY COMPUTER
To join Zoom Meeting on your computer - click on this link https://zoom.us/j/989441809 and follow the directions.
Use this Meeting ID when/if prompted to enter: 989 441 809
PLEASE be sure you test your audio when prompted to do so. If you do not have audio capability on your computer you can call you in on the phone for the audio feed (see below call in information) but please use only one form of audio connection - either your computer or phone - otherwise there will be feedback).
2. JOIN BY PHONE
--You can join by phone to listen and participate- even if you do not log in on the computer you will be able to hear and participate by phone.
--This is also useful for anyone who does not have computer based audio capability on their computer.
--Note: If using your computer audio do NOT use the phone audio or there will be feedback.
Dial one of these numbers:
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
Then you will be asked to enter Meeting ID which is: 989 441 809 - you will then be prompted to press the # key
IF YOU SEW (or know someone who does) ... YOU CAN HELP!!!
This mask consists of 2 layers of HALYARD ON H600 medical fabric. (Typically used to cover sterilized surgical instruments.) It has a 16 Gauge copper or brass wire sewn in at the top and fabric ties reinforced with regular acrylic yarn.
The medical grade fabric is provided by the hospital and comes in varying sizes.
Pull the two layers apart. If you pull gently-the fused areas will come apart just fine. If it creates holes-then you will need to cut the fused part (or the holes!) off.
Stack both layers when cutting. Cut and you have the 2 pieces needed. A cutting mat, ruler and rotary cutter makes cutting a breeze! A 36” wide cutting mat and 36” ruler and works great!
DO NOT press the medical grade fabric - it will melt!
I am sure many of you are not surprised; camp is unusually quiet these days! Due to the COVID-19 outbreak we have cancelled programs from mid-March through the end of April. We will continue to follow the guidelines from Governor DeWine and his team as when to consider reopening. Our camp team is planning out different scenarios as to what camp will look like this summer. Our goal is to begin providing meaningful programs to our campers and families as quickly and safely as possible. Today, we are still planning on moving forward with summer camp as scheduled; we are hiring counselors and planning programs.
Thank you to everyone who has reached out to the camp team. We appreciate your support and love for our campers. We look forward to seeing you at camp this summer for a Thursday Cookout and other events.
If there is anything that you need, please do not hesitate to contact me.
The purpose of Rotary Cares is to show our support for Akron Rotary members and their families when dealing with the loss of a loved one, the hardship of illness and also to celebrate the joy of a new baby, job, marriage or other events in their lives. Please be sure to email me (click here) with any news you would like placed here.
Condolences to the Billow Family
Charles W. "Chuck" Billow died Friday March 27, 2020. He was 92.
Grandfather of Nathanael (Nate) Billow, Chuck Billow, joined the Akron Club in 1952. Chuck loved the Akron Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs, and enjoyed driving kids to the Camp. Chuck was known to take his family on vacations in the United States and Europe, crafting those vacation itineraries around attending other Rotary clubs to keep his perfect attendance intact. Chuck continued as an active member of the Akron Club for over 65 years, when he was recognized and inducted as an Honorary Member on August 22, 2017.
Nate shared "Our family will have a private graveside service to entomb my Grandpa at Chestnut Hill Memorial Park. We plan on having a public memorial service at St. Paul's Episcopal Church later this year."
Condolences to the Naragon Family
Uncle of Sandy Naragon, Walter (Walt) W. Plakson, 84, passed away unexpectedly on March 25, 2020.
Sandy shared "He was an amazing man, was unbelievably generous when my sister and I needed it most, and unconditionally loved my Aunt Gail."
Born in Akron on February 28, 1936, Walt had been a lifetime Akron resident. He attended South High School and served his country in the US Army. He worked for Alside for over 30 years, before retiring in 1990. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Mary Gail; his daughter Connie (Greg) Lallathin; granddaughter Brittany Lallathin.
Family was all important to Walt. He was a devoted husband, proud father and grandfather. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services.
A short email to update you on the “Coin Boxes” and to pleasantly remind you to keep saving your change – even while we are not meeting – this will help ease the “overflow” in your home Piggy Banks! We can still collect through May 31st, 2020!
Hope you will join me and put forth the good deeds of our Akron Rotary Club.
Lynda Farkas
A note from the Akron/Canton Food Bank:
“Thank you for collecting coins for the Harvest for Hunger Campaign! Collections are happening now through May 31st. I am copying Joe May to this email; he works with Elizabeth Bartz (our Harvest for Hunger Co-Chair) at State & Federal Communications, Inc. and their team will be happy to come by and pick-up your coin boxes once you are finished collecting. There is nothing posted on our website as this is an initiative conducted by State & Federal Communications, Inc. Please let me know if you need any other information.
Thank you again for helping to feed people and fight hunger,”
Sara
Sara Myers // Corporate Relationship Specialist
AKRON-CANTON REGIONAL FOODBANK main 330.535.6900 // direct 330.436.3175 350 Opportunity Pkwy, Akron, OH 44307
Community Support Services' Homeless Outreach indicated that they could give away about 20-30 bag lunches each day.... So, if you're interested in making lunches - they don't have refrigeration space, so it would be better if the sandwiches were peanut butter and jelly rather than lunch meat - it could include a sandwich, granola bar or cookies, an apple or banana, and a bottle of water.... Those could be dropped off at the main office (call Michael Gaffney, and I'll meet you in the parking lot), or if you'd like to, you can take them to Homeless outreach - 111 E. Voris Street.
Over the next three months, our District, along with our fellow districts in Zones 30/31, is participating in a Paul Harris Society Campaign. Choose to join today.
Thanks in advance for your cooperation. Contact me with an questions.
To join Zoom Meeting on your computer - click on this link https://zoom.us/j/989441809 and follow the directions.
Enter this Meeting ID when/if prompted: 989 441 809
PLEASE be sure you test your audio when prompted to do so. If you do not have audio capability on your computer you can call you in on the phone for the audio feed (see below call in information) but please use only one form of audio connection - either your computer or phone - otherwise there will be feedback).
2. JOIN BY PHONE
-- You can join by phone to listen and participate - even if you do not log in on the computer you will be able to hear and participate by phone.
-- This is also useful for anyone who does not have computer based audio capability on their computer.
-- Note: If you use your computer audio DO NOT use the phone audio or there will be feedback.
Dial one of these numbers:
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
Then you will be asked to enter Meeting ID which is: 989 441 809 - you will then be prompted to press the # key
Your health and safety is important to us.
If you or someone you know wants to share news/thoughts with us email us (click here).
Our thoughts are with all of you and our sincere appreciation goes out to every individual working to help keep us safe and healthy.
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Charles W. "Chuck" Billow died Friday March 27, 2020. He was 92. 
Uncle of Sandy Naragon, Walter (Walt) W. Plakson, 84, passed away unexpectedly on March 25, 2020.
