Events

Teresa Edwards, FACHE, Corporate Vice President, SENTARA HEALTH

Healthcare Services in Our Community

https://www.sentara.com/halifax-southern-virginia/aboutus/about-sentara/leadership/teresa-edwards-corporate-vice-president.aspx

President Ernest Gaie Presiding

Membership Meeting: Discussion of upcoming events & Approval of Revised Bylaws; Networking at 6:00 pm; Dinner in the restaurant at 6:30. Please place your dinner orders ASAP upon arrival.

You are cordially invited to a presentatin by BRIANNA STARKS,

Regional Engagement Coordinator, VCU Massey Cancer Center

The Rotary Club of Town Center and The Rotary Club of Virginia Beach have partnered to host a fundraising event. This will be an exciting, edge of your seat, live auction experience offering an affordable collection of art, sports, and music memorabilia for every taste and budget!

Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities available - submit by July 10.

Preview & Social at 6:00pm
Live Auction at 7:00pm
Tickets: $20 in advance/$25 at the door. Includes event ticket, one raffle ticket, snacks, and refreshments.

We will raffle off a fabulous piece of art valued at $750! Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase.

The Norfolk Tides host the Durham Bulls at Harbor Park Stadium, Norfolk, VA.  Game time is 7:05 PM. Game tickets are approximately $15/person. Rotarians are encouraged to bring their spouse or friend to attend the game.  Additionally, Rotarians are encouraged to sponsor a student or staff member from the non-profit organization that will join us for the game along with $10 in Tides Bucks.

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game"

REMINDER to register for this MEMBERSHIP EVENT...join us for a fun evening to help provide a warm welcome to the member prospects that will be joining us!

Join us for the Rotary Club of Virginia Beach's Membership Social at New Realm Brewery for one of their summer concerts.  The concert runs from 6:00 - 9:00 pm, so stay for our normal club meeting time or until the stars come out. Rotarians are encouraged to bring a potential new member as we focus on this month's Rotary theme of Membership. All Rotarians and guests will be responsible for the $5 admission fee along with your food and drink.

Please RSVP at your earliest convenience so we can reserve adequate tables for everyone.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Co-Membership Chair Amber Dexter.

Pizza Night at the Crisis Center

Title of presentation:  Literacy is F(read)om: Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

Name: Dr. Jennifer Goff 

Title: Executive Director

Organization: REACH, Inc. (Reading Enriches All Children)

Education: 

B.S., Recreation and Tourism Studies, Old Dominion University (2009)

MSEd., Recreation and Tourism Management, Old Dominion University (2010)

PhD., Sport and Recreation Management, Old Dominion University (2016)

Bio:

Prior to becoming the Executive Director of REACH, Inc. in May 2017, Dr. Goff was active in academia and youth development through her various roles at Old Dominion University. During her time at the university, Jennifer was the Director of CARE Now, a service-learning in and after-school program that promoted character and resiliency in youth who faced at-risk situations, taught and lead service projects in the Park, Recreation and Tourism Program, was the Assistant Director of the Big Blue Summer Camp, as well as served as a Research Assistant. During her time at ODU, her research and passion allowed her to present at the national, regional, and local level, publish many peer-reviewed journal articles, and become the first female to graduate from her PhD program. Dr. Goff currently leads a cause-driven organization that strategically addresses barriers to literacy our children and families face throughout Coastal Virginia. Under her leadership, REACH launched The Big Free Bookstore that provides new, high- quality books at no cost to families. During her short leadership at REACH, they have tripled its distribution of resources, more than doubled its operating budget, grown from 2 FT employees to a staff of 5 FT and 10 PT employees, and has moved from 500sq ft to more than 10,000 inside one of Norfolk’s most iconic malls. REACH was also recently presented the Giving Back Award from Coastal Virginia magazine in 2020; The UPLIFT award from the City of Norfolk, and most recently Dr. Jennifer Goff was named Top 40 Under 40 for her leadership in 2021 by Inside Business, 2022 40 under 40 with Old Dominion University and is the 2022 Darden College of Education and Professional Studies Fellow for her exemplary service and impact within her field.

Email: jgoff@reachreads.org Phone: 757-627-4722

Address: 880 N Military Hwy, Military Circle Mall Suite 1015 REACH, Norfolk, VA 23502

Website: www.reachreads.org

Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend - September 30 - October 2. Our Rotarians and other volunteers will be at the oceanfront serving cold adult beverages to enjoy the musical entertainment at the 24th Street Stage.  Please come out and enjoy the festival and support our club service project that allows us to give back to our local community.

Please join us to Celebrate Bert Pool Inducting the members of the Floyd E. Kellam Highs School INTERACT Club !!!

Social Networking: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Dinner and Brainstorming: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us as we welcome Kenny Janes, District Governor of Rotary District 7600 which encompasses 64 Rotary clubs with 2,700 members in central and southeastern Virginia.

Social Networking: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Dinner and Program: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

A Rotarian since 2006, Kenneth W. Janes (Kenny) is a member of the Rotary Club of Richmond, VA, the oldest club in District 7600. He has served on numerous committees, and organized/participated in fund raising events, and has served in several leadership positions including the board of directors, President, President Elect and Secretary. He has also served District 7600 in various leadership positions including Area Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Membership Chair and has been a facilitator at multiple district and Zone 33 training events. He is honored to be a Rotary Leadership Institute graduate.

Rachel Bently

Fund Raising for Rotary Clubs: Mayflower Cruises and Tours

(www.mayflowercruisesandtours.com)

UPDATE: The Virginia Aquarium has reached it's maximum number of volunteers so have turned off sign ups for this event.

Sign up for creek cleanup at the Virginia Aquarium. Register as a 'Team Member' (Registration Type) on the 'Rotary Club of Virginia Beach' team (Team Name). 

Questions? Contact Community Service Project Chair Amber Dexter at amberdexter757@gmail.com. 

Volunteer to be a Bell Ringer for one or more 2-hour time slots to help collect donations for the Salvation Army. Time slots are limited but still available. Contact Community Service Project Chair Amber Dexter for information and to sign up - amberdexter757@gmail.com. 

This year's location is Food Lion, 4230 Holland Rd, Virginia Beach.