August is Membership Month! People join Rotary for many reasons, but they stay because of the connections they build, the service they share, and the difference they make together. This month, we're celebrating YOU, the members whose service, leadership, and commitment make Rotary what it is. Here's something to ponder: What's one Rotary experience you're grateful to have been part of?
Committee Meetings
Please check with the Committee Chairs for any specific meeting details.
Rotary Board Meeting - Board meetings are the third Monday of the month. The next meeting is Monday, August 17 at MHAB at 12pm. Reminder: in order for new members to earn their blue badge, they must attend a Rotary Board Meeting.
Environmental Committee - This committee meets regularly on the 1st Thursday of each month at noon. The next virtual meeting is on September 3. For the Zoom link, contact Amanda Prescott.
Membership Committee - This meeting is regularly scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 11:10 am. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, August 12.
Program Committee - This meeting is regularly scheduled for the 1st Monday of the month. There is NO August meeting. The next meeting is on September 7 at noon at MHAB.
Service Committee - The Service Committee will be meeting bi-monthly going forward. It will be the first Wednesday at 11 am at MHAB. The next Service Committee meetings are September 2 and November 4.
Committee Chairs Reminder
Please send your meeting attendance sheets to Anne Cutaiar to ensure accurate recording of volunteer hours and make-ups.
North Country NextGen
North Country NexGen is an official companion club of Plattsburgh Noon Rotary. Young professionals meet with a purpose of connection. collaboration and community. Please follow their FaceBook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585865895417
The next meeting is Thursday, August 13 at 5:30pm at Old Soul Design Shop, 124 Margaret Street.
Access Materials & Links
Did you know that there is an online repository of available program materials and links from recent Plattsburgh Rotary Club meetings?
Check it out! You must log in using your ClubRunner login in order to view.
Save the Date for the Battle of Plattsburgh Bed Race on Saturday, September 12.
Duty Roster August 12, 2026
Program: Microbird
Greeters: Tee Hayden & Allison Heard
National Anthem: Stan Ransom
Blessing: Stan Ransom
Guest Intros: Anna Channell
New Member Talk: Michelle Roseberry
Program Intro: Molly Ryan
Thank Speaker: Dana Isabella
Events & Announcements
Invite to YMCA
Rotarians are invited to the Plattsburgh YMCA Annual Meeting taking place on August 20 at 9am at 130 Arizona Avenue.
Website Support
Whether you have an eye for design, enjoy organizing information, like learning new technology, or simply want to lend a hand, we'd love to have you on the Website Committee. No prior experience with ClubRunner is required.
Some ways to contribute include: Adding stories to the website, contributing to design of the overall site, assisting us with maintenance of the calendar, and participating in review/proofreading activities.
The Service Committee is partnering with CVPH to do a collection of NEW items for their Transition Success Program.
This collection supports individuals leaving the hospital who do not have clothing or basic hygiene supplies. We will be collecting the following items from now until September 8 (there will be a labeled bin or box available):
As a reminder, all items must be new. Men's, women's and unisex items are needed.
If you have any questions, please let Nicole or Kerry know.
Newest Rotarian
Shawn Hart is the Business and Community Development Coordinator at UFirst Federal Credit Union. An active volunteer fundraiser for various organizations, Shawn is a Free Mason and is interested in getting involved in the Rotary club and our community service activities. Shawn, a member of the UFirst FCU’s Rotary Club corporate group, is sponsored by Shelby Engelhardt.
Club Information & Resources
Food Shelf - You Can Help
The Club is accepting donations to the Rotary Club's Food Shelf program. Please send any amount you can spare via check or credit card.
Make checks out to: Rotary Club of Plattsburgh and note where you would like your funds to be directed to, then mail to: Forrest Edwards, 47 Dock Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Anne Cutaiar tracks attendance. Please contact her if you do not see yourself on the roster. You can check your attendance record on Club Runner under the My Attendance tab. If you watch or listen to a previous weekly meeting and want to get a makeup, please notify Anne Cutaiar (anne@lakechamplaintravel.com) via email and include your name, email address, the weekly meeting date you watch and how long you watched/listened.
