AM CLUB —Meets at 7:30 am on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month on Zoom or in person at Northwest Arena
FALCONER — Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 AM at the Falconer Fire Department Exempt Hall located at 1 Coleson Drive Falconer NY, 14733.
WESTFIELD / MAYVILLE — Currently meeting on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 5pm via ZOOM. Contact Janese Berkhouse at 716-397-8801 for Zoom details.
FREDONIA/DUNKIRK —
Meet Thursdays at 12:00 PM - Zoom Teleconference Meetings - Effective until further notice - Fredonia, NY 14063
Committee meetings or social events can also be used as make-ups.
Rotarily Yours – April 21, 2025
Opening
President Marion Beckerink opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Caitlin O’Reilly then led everyone in singing the Star-Spangled Banner.
Invocation
Caitlin gave the invocation, which was taken from the poem Summer Day by Mary Oliver.
Guests and Visitors
President-Elect Michelle Jones welcomed Michael Dobbins, who was visiting for the second time.
Announcements
Bowling Event: Marion reminded members of the upcoming bowling event on May 5 at 5:30 PM at the Jamestown Bowling Company on Foote Avenue. The cost is $9 per person. Members are encouraged to sign up.
Youth Exchange Weekend: The club still needs 1–2 host families for the Youth Exchange Weekend happening April 25–27. As part of the event, members are invited to Camp Onyahsa on Saturday, April 26 at 6 PM for a potluck dinner with the exchange students. There will also be a Sunday service at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church at 10 AM. Members are encouraged to attend. Those interested in hosting or donating snacks to support the weekend should contact Cheri Krull.
Golf Fundraiser: Max Eimiller announced the club’s biggest fundraiser of the year — the Golf Event — scheduled for Monday, July 14 at 11:30 AM at Moon Brook Country Club. Sponsorship and registration forms are available. Basket items such as gift cards, bottles of wine or liquor, lottery tickets, or other creative contributions are needed.
Club Dues: Ruth Lundin, the club’s treasurer, shared the board’s decision regarding annual dues. This year’s dues will be $195, with a $10 discount for members who pay by cash or check. Due to pending liability insurance details from the District and Rotary International, members will receive an initial invoice of $100 for the first six months. Those paying by cash or check will receive a $5 discount. Members will be notified of the second half’s dues once the insurance amount is confirmed.
Hands On Jamestown: Signups are ongoing for the Hands On Jamestown clean-up event on May 17. This is part of the Main Street welcoming initiative. Participants must register with Hands On Jamestown. Volunteers are also needed for outreach on May 10 from 10 AM to Noon to inform residents along Main Street about the cleanup and encourage them to participate in tidying their own yards.
Meeting Roles: Members are encouraged to sign up as greeters and especially as "Close-Up" persons for upcoming Monday meetings in May, as part of the club’s commitment to “Service Above Self.”
50/50 Raffle
Chris Anderson coordinated the 50/50 raffle. Max Eimiller won $25.
Fines and Happy Bucks
Sergeant-at-Arms Doug Conroe collected fines and happy bucks. Members contributing included Dan Heitzenrater, Max Eimiller, Marion Beckerink, and Jason Sample.
Zac Hnatyszyn, Vice President of Community Outreach at Culture Care Senior Living, was the featured guest speaker.
Zac leads outreach efforts for Culture Care, a senior care provider serving New York and Pennsylvania with services like Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Adult Day Care. He oversees marketing, community engagement, event planning, and strategic partnerships across multiple facilities.
Zac also organizes the company’s participation in the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s, including team coordination and fundraising. He builds strong partnerships with local schools, churches, and organizations to enrich residents’ lives through intergenerational programs. These programs foster meaningful relationships between students and seniors, bringing joy and mutual learning to both groups.
He also manages the company’s social media, telling heartfelt stories that reflect the dignity and vitality of senior living. His regular visits to the facilities help ensure the mission of care and connection is alive in every building.
Zac spoke passionately about Culture Care’s success, crediting their three foundational pillars: a focus on seniors, their staff, and the broader community. Outside of work, Zac is a dedicated Pokémon enthusiast, married with children, and loves sharing stories about his favorite characters and adventures.
Culture Care Senior Living operates several thoughtfully designed communities—Tanglewood Manor, The Magnolia, Comfort Today, Twin Cedar Senior Living, and Briarwood Senior Living. These communities provide upscale amenities and personalized care and have earned accolades such as the US News Best Assisted Living and Memory Care Award.
The organization also leads meaningful initiatives like the #HereToCare campaign, the “Make a Wish” program for seniors, and various intergenerational events. Their “Culture of Care” philosophy places a strong emphasis on compassion, innovation, and community, aiming to uplift the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of all residents and staff. It was a very interactive time with our guest speaker for the week.
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