September 17, 2024
Thanks to Dr. Leo Ferreira and Chelsea Stone of the Hollings Cancer Center at MUSC who introduced us to the LOWVELO program. LOWVELO is an annual fundraising bike ride around the Lowcountry that rallies everyone together to raise money for innovative and lifesaving cancer research at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center as well as promote health and wellness throughout the Charleston community.
The vision for LOWVELO is to inspire people from South Carolina and beyond to be healthier and to raise money for MUSC Hollings Cancer Center. The end goal: a cancer-free future.
Lots going on this Fall in Rotary with volunteer opportunities, events and more great speakers. Read on in The Keyway!
To join an upcoming meeting by Zoom use this link and the passcode: Rotary
For a copy of the presentation used at this week’s meeting, go here
IN OTHER MEETING NEWS
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- Fred Holbrook gave the Invocation and led us in the pledge.
- Jennifer Flanagin welcomed and introduced our visiting Rotarians and guests.
- Health and Happiness was presented by President Robert.
- Dr. Leo Ferreira & Chelsea Stone of MUSC Hollings Cancer Center joined us to discuss LOWVELO, which is a cycling event that raises funds for cancer research.
MORE IN THIS WEEK’S KEYWAY
September 24, 2024 | Issue 5142 President: Robert Sullivan
UPCOMING EVENTS
- 9/24 – Hall’s Chef Demo (11am Leadership Book Group)
- 9/29 – Bikes for Africa Collection Day
- 10/1 – Walt Green, CofC Investment Symposium
- 10/3 – Social & Sculpture Unveiling @ Francis Marion Square (4PM)
- 10/8 – District Governor Mary Gasque, District 7770
- 10/15 – NO MEETING
NEWS BRIEFS
Reminder … Guest RSVP by 5pm on Monday
If you are planning to bring a guest to Rotary, it is important that you let Carroll know by no later than Monday at 5pm. There is some preparation that needs to be done for all guests prior to the meeting. Guest fee is $30 paid at the door. First-time prospective members are free and sign in at the Membership Table.
Social & Sculpture Unveiling on Sept. 26th
Mark your calendar for the September 26th for a Rotary social at the Francis Marion Hotel. Beforehand, at the 4-Way Test Fountain in Marion Square, we will unveil a sculpture of a mother raccoon and her babies by artist Scott Penegar that our club funded. This sculpture will complete the fountain at Marion Square. The local media will be at the unveiling, so please come and show your support. This will start at 4:00. A Happy Hour will follow at the Francis Marion Hotel.
Support Bicycles for Africa
Our club is joining with other area Rotary clubs to support Bikes for Africa. We are looking for used bikes, bike parts, and helmets to send to Africa. The first collection day will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29th to collect items and transport to the warehouse to be broken down and shipped. Volunteers with trucks are needed. Please contact Karen Clark [email protected], Amy Page [email protected], or Channing Proctor [email protected]
Happy 77th Birthday, US Air Force!
The United States Air Force celebrated its 77th birthday on Wednesday, Sept.18, marking the point at which it became a separate entity from the rest of the military.
The Air Force officially became a separate division of the U.S. military when President Harry Truman signed the National Security Act of 1947.
To this day, the Air Force continues to aim high and fight, as it delivers airpower anytime and anywhere to serve and protect our nation.
This is a special shout out to all of our airmen and women of the U.S. Air Force worldwide. Thank you for your service, and happy birthday to the USAF.
Rotarians Against Human Trafficking (RAHT)
One of Rotary’s big initiatives this year is to combat human trafficking. It’s a prevalent, but also oftentimes unspoken issue. Past President Alissa Leitzow is the RAHT Ambassador for our club, so please reach out to her for more information on how to get involved. [email protected]
Youth Exchange Students Have Arrived
Our club is hosting two inbound Rotary Youth Exchange students this school year – Apollo Ghang and Isaure Sabotier-Rives. Both students have arrived in Charleston and are getting acquainted with their host families. They started school this week at Charleston Math & Science. We are looking forward to meeting both students at upcoming meetings. And, remember…. if you and/or your family are taking a fun outing consider including the students in your plans.
EPI Volunteers & Fundraising for the RCCF
Our Rotary Club is collaborating with Event Partners, Inc. (“EPI”), which is an organization based in Charleston, established in 2005, serving partner organizations throughout the United States with event staffing solutions and consultation services in the sports and entertainment industry. EPI has a Group Fundraising Program, whereby organizations like our Rotary Club can raise money by providing our members opportunities to volunteer to staff multiple types of events, such as “Collegiate Athletics and Championships, Professional Sports, Music Concerts and Festivals, Races and Local Events”, with fees for their service paid to RCCF; examples of types of events in our area include Charleston Battery Soccer, Riverfront Park Festival, Spoleto Festival, CSU & Citadel football, Charleston Classic Basketball Tournament, and CofC basketball (about 15 home games).
This is a year-long fundraiser for our club and a fun and easy way for our members to help our club raise funds for RCCF on their own time, by volunteering for a variety of positions at events, such as ticket scanners, parking directors, etc. and can include friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and such.
For more information and Sign Up Genius, please click on the below link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4AA2AA7F5C52-50046538-epifunraising
Please direct any questions to Karla Combs, Pres-Elect and 2024 Fundraising Chair, who is spearheading this fundraising effort for our club.
Volunteering at Voting Polls
Our Club will be volunteering to work at voting polls in Charleston County and we are have (3) shifts remaining to fill one polling location. Our “wages” will go directly to the Rotary Club of Charleston Fund to support our many grants, scholarships and projects throughout the year. The shifts are 6am – 2pm and 12pm – 8pm or you can choose to work a full shift. We would like to have an even number of split shifts, so our Club can provide volunteers for a full shift, as it is a tremendous help in scheduling other poll workers. If you desire to work a full shift, please RSVP for the morning and afternoon shifts separately. Locations and assignments will be given prior to Election Day. Please email Karla at [email protected] if you have any questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4AA2AA7F5C52-50869677-election
Rotary International 2024/2025 Theme: Create the Magic of Rotary
This year’s Rotary Presidential Theme is “The Magic of Rotary”. You will see the themed banner hanging on the podium every meeting. Rotary International President Stephanie Urchick encourages members to recognize and amplify the organization’s power to save lives. Clubs are encourage to celebrate the magic of Rotary that is created with every project completed, every dollar donated, and every new member of Rotary.
July – December 2024 Dues Invoices PAST DUE
July-December 2024 dues invoices are now considered past due. If you have not made payment, please do so promptly. If you didn’t receive an invoice or have misplaced, please contact Carroll. Also note that payments can be paid on-line by either credit card or bank transfer. Members just simply need to click on the “pay now” button on their invoice. If you prefer to pay by check, please mail to PO Box 21029, Charleston, SC 29413.
Support The CART Fund
It is easy for club members to make individual contributions and support The CART Fund electronically. The CART Fund has new portal www.mycartfund.org, which you can easily access. As a Rotarian and a DACdb user, you automatically have an account already set-up in your name. Your user name and password are the same as it is for the DACdb.
Our Club is on Social Media
Members are encouraged to follow all of our social media channels and share posts with their followers too! We also need members to send us picture of anything they do that relates to Rotary – service projects, meetings, events, etc. We would love to keep our accounts full of smiling Rotarians! Photos can be send to Mike Sottak, [email protected], or Rob Byko, [email protected]
MEMBER NEWS
Welcome to our newest Rotarian – Kaili Kobylka. Kaili was introduced and sponsored by Past President Alissa Lietzow. She will hold the classification of Law/General. We are excited to have Kaili join our Rotary family!
Congratulations to Owen Clary, who was recognized for 48 years of perfect attendance! This is an outstanding accomplishment. Owen is a model Rotarian and his commitment and enthusiasm for Rotary and our club is contagious. He truly sets an example for all of us to follow!
Proposed New Members
The following membership candidates have submitted an application and signed letter of agreement to the Historic Rotary Club of Charleston:
Joshua Davis – sponsor: Michael Smith; classification: Non-Profit/Exec.
Weston Peters – sponsor: Tim Hefferon; classification: Relationship Mgr/Community Banking
Jeff Hollis – sponsor: Jeanne Jamme; classification: Tour Bus/Exec.
In the event you know Joshua, Weston or Jeff, please tell a member of the Board how he will serve the ideals of Rotary.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Rotarian: Brian Itzkowitz
JOINED: August, 2022
SPONSOR: Virginia Lee
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Profit Executive
PROFESSION: Non-Profit Executive, Palmetto Goodwill
Community Service Organizations, Current Activities or Activities/Volunteer Work in the Past:
Previous Rotary membership, Arkansas Autism Foundation, Voices for Kids of SW FL, Central AR Radiation Treatment (CARTI) foundation board
SOMETHING UNIQUE ABOUT YOURSELF: Practicing attorney for 35 years+, mother of two wonderful children (twins) Elizabeth Snyder and Manning Snyder (Age 21) and wife to marvelous husband Doug Snyder
Birthdays
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- 9/25 – Barb Walters & Jordan Behringer
- 9/26 – Past President Paul Stoney
- 9/27 – Past President Dan Ravenel
- 9/28 – Amy Page & Sarah Beardsley
- 9/29 – Catherine Jones
WELLNESS TIP
Spend time in nature
Getting into nature can help us soothe ourselves. It offers an effective counterbalance to all the screen time built into most of our days. An expanding body of research shows that time in nature can:
- Improve our cognition
- Increase attention span
- Lower risk of mental illness
- Increase empathy and social connectedness
You can combine this with other healthy habits, like your daily walk. Ideally, aim for green (like a forest) or blue (like bodies of water) spaces during your time outdoors.
OTHER AREA ROTARY CLUBS
Mondays
https://www.cainhoyrotary.com/
Summerville – Oakbrook: 7:30 a.m., Monday, Westcott County Club, 5000 Wescott Club Drive, North Charleston
North Charleston: 12:30 p.m., Monday, Hilton Garden Inn, 5265 International Blvd, North Charleston, SC
Summerville Evening: 5:30 p.m., Monday, Montreux Bar and Grill, 127 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville
Tuesdays
Charleston: 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Hall’s Signature Events, 5 Faber, Charleston
Goose Creek: 12:45 m. Tuesday, Gilligan’s, 219 St. James Ave., Goose Creek
Cainhoy: 6PM, on the first and third Tuesday of the month, King’s Cross Church, of Clement Ferry Road
Wednesdays
Daniel Island: 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Daniel Island Club, 600 Island Park Dr., Daniel Island
Mount Pleasant: 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, Hibben Methodist Church, 690 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant
Summerville: 1pm-2pm on 1st & 3rd Wednesday. Hilton Garden Inn-Homewood Suite/Lowcountry Conference Center, 406 Sigma Drive
Thursdays
North Charleston Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Marriott Hotel, 4770 Goer Drive, North Charleston.
Moncks Corner: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Gilligan’s Restaurant, Moncks Corner
St. Andrews (West Ashley): 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Bessinger’s BBQ, 1602 Savannah Highway, Charleston.
Fridays
Charleston Breakfast: 7:30AM Hall’s Signature Events, 5 Faber, Charleston
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our Rotary club actively uses social media — and we encourage you to interact 
with us through social media.
We’re on Facebook. Take a look at our page and be sure to “like us”.
We’re on Twitter. You can follow us @chasrotaryclub.
We’re on Instagram. You can follow us @ChasRotaryClub.
ABOUT THE KEYWAY
The Keyway has been published weekly as a newsletter for the Rotary Club of Charleston for more than 90 years.
President: Robert Sullivan
Executive secretary: Carroll Schweers, [email protected]
Mailing address: Rotary Club of Charleston, P.O. Box 21029, Charleston, SC 29413-1029
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