banner
Stories
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please mark your calendar for this upcoming event:
 
     - "Unevent Raffle" Grand Prize drawing - @ The Canton Brewing Company at 5:30 pm
     -  2nd Annual Fellowship "Night at the Charge" Event - Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 7:00 pm
     -  Health Screen & Wellness Fair - Saturday, April 29, 2017
 
 
FOUR WAY SPEECH CONTEST TO BE FEATURED THIS FRIDAY
Students from Canton City Schools will compete Friday in the club's annual Four-Way Speech Contest.  Jeff Scott, chairman of the Four-Way Test Committee, will serve as moderator.  Each speaker will be asked to apply the test to everyday relationships with other people.  The contest will be judged by three Canton Rotarians.
 
Jeff Scott moved to Canton from Indianapolis in 1978 to apprentice for Gary Gerber and work in his Gary's Place salons. Jeff's professional background began as a stylist and soon developed into a hair color and cutting educator for Framesi USA and Clairol Logics as well as performing classes on Educational Cruise Seminars for five years. Jeff became manager of the salon chain in 1989 heading up education, hiring and training new staff members as well as customer service related duties. In 1999, Jeff and business partner Shelly Talbot purchased the salon chain from former Canton Rotarian Gary Gerber and have developed the company into the largest salon and day spas in the area. 

A member of Canton Rotary Club since 1999, he has been a co-chair of the student exchange committee, spokesperson for GOTS at various schools and chairperson for Appreciation Day.  Jeff is married to Susan and they have two children, Kaitlyn and Kara.
 
 
 
Read more...
LUNCHEON MENU & ASSIGNMENT FOR FEB 24TH
CHICKEN PARMESAN
PASTA MARINARA
GREEN BEANS
 
SPEAKER CHAIR - PP DAN MATTHEWS
INVOCATOR - AMANDA TIETZE
SONG LEADER - RICK TAYLOR
GREETER LEADER - DAVE EWING
Read more...
NEW MEMBER SCOTT BARWICK INTRODUCED TO THE CLUB
At our weekly meeting on February 17, 2017, Past President Dan Matthews (sponsor) introduced our newest member, Scott Barwick, to the Rotary Club of Canton.
 
A native of Dayton, Ohio and a graduate of Chaminade-Julienne High School, Scott is married to his high school sweetheart, Angela, and is the proud father of a seven year old son, also named Scott.
 
Scott is no stranger to community service or to Rotary.  Before becoming the Program Administrator for the Stark County Fatherhood Coalition, which is a program of Ohio Jobs & Family Services, Scott owned and operated Scott's Training Center where he provided safety, health, and fitness training for eight years.
 
Scott is a graduate of the Government Academy of Leadership Stark County and is an advocate for those with developmental disabilities. He is a mentor for four students at McGregor Elementary, with whom he meets weekly for lunch throughout the entire school year.
 
Scott has provided weekly drum lessons to youth at the "Drop in Center" for the past four years.  He promises that a youth drum corps is now being formed in Canton.
 
Though Scott has never been a Rotarian (officially at least), for the last 12 years he has been a volunteer facilitator for our own District 6650 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference (RYLA) held in Warren.
 
 
Read more...
ENDOWMENT FUND CONTRIBUTION
The following made a contribution to the Rotary Club of Canton's Endowment Fund in memory of Gary Zink:
 
  -  Richard and Kristina Taylor
  -  Virginia Neutzling
 
 
 
Read more...
MCKINLEY CHARACTER CHAMPIONS FOR JANUARY AND FEBRUARY
During our meeting on February 17, 2017, Canton Rotarian Mike Brown introduced the McKinley Character Champion Award Winners for the months of January and February.  They are: Skyler Basiakos, J'Rease Turner, Craig Gordon and La'Ryaih Fields.
 
Skyler Basiakos is an outstanding student in all respects. She has proven that, through hard work and persistence, she can accomplish tasks in a courteous and timely manner.  Skyler's current grade point average at McKinley is a 3.9, even as she has taken many rigorous courses.  She is also a student leader at McKinley.  For example, she is the senior class secretary, a role that she takes seriously. Skyler plans on attending Walsh University and majoring in Nursing. She hopes to become an ER or surgical nurse.  After graduating with a BSN, Skylar aspires to become a nurse practitioner. Skyler's patience, teaching ability and work ethic make her a character champion.
 
J'Rease Turner has received the Deaf Teen of the Year Award and has been the Canton City District Student of the Month. It is easy to see why he has earned this recognition. His 3.69 GPA has been earned as he has taken many rigorous courses, including a two year Engineering program.  He plans to continue Engineering in college, and will attend the National Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Technical Institute in New York. While in high school, he has been a member of the cross country and track teams, the National Honor Society, and the National Technical Honor Society. He has also worked at Marc's. What makes J'Rease stand out to many of the McKinley family are his huge smile and extremely upbeat attitude. His perseverance, positivity, and achievement make him a character champion.
 
Craig Gordon is a dedicated student who consistently challenges himself and works hard every day. During high school, his interests have shifted from basketball to drama. He is currently very excited to have been chosen for a role in the school musical.  He is interested in majoring in Business and plans to attend Kent State University. Craig exemplifies what it means to be a student of good character. He is an excellent citizen, is respectful and is incredibly responsible. He goes above and beyond to be kind to everyone and to offer help to students whenever he can. He is respectful to his peers and adults, even when he might not be happy about a particular situation; he tries to find a solution that works for everyone. Craig displays responsibility in his persistent academic efforts and his follow through with each activity he undertakes.
 
La'Ryaih (La-rye-a) Fields is an outstanding student and leader. She came to McKinley last year as a junior and quickly found her niche. She jumped right into a rigorous course load and has been very successful in doing so, earning mostly A's. La'Ryaih is a member of the band, Student Council, and the Speech & Debate team. She also volunteers with children at her church. She is willing to stand up for her peers, herself, or anyone who is being treated unfairly, even when this might not be the popular thing to do. La'Ryaih has overcome some physical challenges early in her life which has fueled her desire to pursue a career as a cardiologist. She plans to attend the University of Akron or Kent State University this fall as a pre-med major.
 
 
 
 
Read more...
"UNEVENT" RAFFLE WINNING TICKET WINNERS FOR THE PAST FOUR WEEKS
Below are the winning tickets drawn for the last four weeks of the "Unevent" Raffle drawing:
 
Week 1 prizes awarded to the following:
  • A man’s watch and a woman’s watch ($50 value); - FRED WHITTIER
  • A gift bag from Canton Brewing Company ($50 value); - JIM MOLNAR
  • A $50 gift certificate to Mr. Mike’s Catering; - SHARON SIRPILLA
  • A Young Truck Sales Cooler with 18 craft beers ($65 value) - MARK ESBER
Week 2:
   -  3 bottles of wine from L.A. Dick ($65 value); - Rita Burchett
   -  2 Canton Symphony Orchestra tickets ($70 value); - Larry Dick
   -  1 quart of ice cream per month for a year from Taggarts ($78 value) - Christina Barbato

Week 3:
   -  1 pound of meat per month for a year from Kennedy’s ($84 value); Bill Smith
   -  $50 Scott Talbot Salonspa gift card and $50 worth of products; - Ryan Fulmer
   -  2 $50 gift certificates to Kozmo’s Grille (1 courtesy of Kozmo's Grille, 1 courtesy of Lynn Hamilton); - Erica Bennett
   -  4 tickets to the Pro Football HOF and a 2016 yearbook ($120 value) - Mark Rojek
 
Week 4:
   -  McKinley Gift Bag from Canton City Schools ($100 value); - Libby Blake
   -  Center Ice birthday skating party for 10; - Tiffany Schmitt
   -  6 month YMCA regional family membership - Dan McMasters

Week 5 prizes will be drawn on Tuesday, February 28th at the Fellowship Outing held at the Canton Brewing Company @ 5:30 pm
 
Week 5:  
   -  a 4-pack of Cavs tickets plus a parking pass and a Cavs t-shirt (approx. $400 value);
   -  $500 cash
 
Read more...
FELLOWSHIP OUTING TO A CANTON CHARGE GAME SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 14TH
Dear Rotarians,
 
The Fellowship Committee has planned a 2nd annual "Night at the Canton Charge" event.  On Tuesday, March 14, 2017, the Canton Charge will play host to the Erie Bayhawks at 7:00 pm.  The Rotary Club of Canton has arranged a special ticket price for this game for members, family and friends. If you have not been to a game, it is a great value for some good professional basketball and an opportunity to support our local Cavs' D-League team.
 
Last year we had a very good turnout of 32 fans.  We are looking to expand on that and show our support.  Tickets are only $16.50 and we are not limited to how many we can buy.  What a great night out with family or friends and an opportunity to entertain a business client or potential Rotary member!
 
We will also look into the possibility of once again holding a Fellowship Happy Hour at the Desert Inn prior to the game.
 
Ticket forms are available during Friday meetings or by contacting the Rotary office.  Any questions, do not hesitate to ask.
Read more...
WEEKLY MEETING NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
At our weekly meeting on February 17, 2017, President Craig Young welcomed the members and guests to the meeting.  President Craig asked everyone to keep former Canton Rotarian Gary Zink's family in their thoughts and prayers.  Gary was a long time active Rotarian who passed away on February 14, 2017.
 
Rotarian Mark Clendenin gave the Invocation.
 
Secretary Suzette Matthews welcomed the following guests to the meeting: Dr. David King, Susan Miller, Debbie Poland, Jill Singer, Chylece Head, Matthew Franta, Caroline McDermott, Scott Barwick, J'Rease Turner, Jennifer Shaw, Shalinda Roberts, Craig Gordon III, David Klicom, La'Ryaih Fields, Janet Duncan, Joseph Turner and Dennis Dent
 
The "Happy Buck" news was the provided by the following:
  • $1: Ernie Schott--in celebration of the anticipated warm weather for the weekend (i.e., time for ice cream!)
  •  
  • $2: Shawn Dougherty--in celebration of his youngest brother getting married this weekend and to promote the Canton Rotary Fellowship Night March 14th (fellowship at Desert Inn followed by a Canton Charge game). (*Please see story above)
  •  
  • $1: Mike Abbott--in celebration of his son who got the lead in the school play.
  •  
  • $1: PP Rick Taylor--in celebration of the start of Cleveland Indians Spring Training. (Editor's note: Thanks Chylece for paying my $1.00!)
  •  
  • $1 (+ $1 for Rick Taylor): Chylece Head--in celebration of her daughter, Stephanie Head, attaining a Leadership Scholarship for John Carroll University.
  •  
  • $5: PP Dan Matthews--in celebration of today's speaker and his friend, John Miller, and John's wife, Susan Miller, being in attendance; and for his company team members, Debbie Poland and Jill Singer, who were also attending Firday's meeting.
  •  
  • $5: Mike Rogers - in celebration of the nice weather coming our way.
Vice President Michelle Mullaly, with the assistance of Rotarian Shawn Dougherty, drew the FOURTH week of prizes for the "Unevent" Raffle. The final drawing for the Grand prizes will be drawn during the Fellowship outing at the Canton Brewing Company on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 5:30 pm. (*Please see story above for the past Raffle ticket winners).
 
Rotarian Mike Brown took to the podium to introduce the January and February Character Count Champion Winners (*See story above)
 
PP Dan Matthews (sponsor) introduced the newest member, Scott Barwick, to the Rotary Club of Canton (*See story above for Scott's biography).
 
PP Dan then introduced his speaker for the meeting, John Miller, CEO of Superb Industries.  John spoke on "High Tech Manufacturing in Sugarcreek Ohio".
 
President Craig then concluded the meeting by thanking our speaker for his time and announced that next week's program will be the Four-Way Speech Contest. He reminded the members of the upcoming Fellowship Outing on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at the Canton Brewing Company.  The Grand prize raffle drawing will take place at 5:30 pm.
 
The following turned in a makeup during Friday's meeting: Tom Sinclair (North Canton); Ernie Schott (2 -East Canton).
Read more...
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE UPCOMING DISTRICT CONFERENCE
Be prepared to welcome spring at the 2017 District 6650 Conference on April 7th and 8that Northeast Ohio’s fabulous destination location, the Avalon Inn and Resort in Warren, Ohio.
 
A stellar program that features, fun, fellowship and inspiration has been planned with you in mind.
 
No boring speeches, no long-winded presentations, no mind-numbing programs!  Just a fun and fast-moving day and a-half where we enjoy each other’s company, have some fun, and learn something along the way.  All of this at a reasonable price.
 
To view a hard copy of this year's District Conference registration form, click on this LINK
 
To register for this year's District Conference, click on this LINK
Read more...
Speakers
Mar 03, 2017
"Just Make Me A Sammich-Absurd Observations from a "Wild Mind"; Invocator-Kurt Goodenberger
Mar 10, 2017
Habitat & the Harrisburg-Royal Neighborhood-Canton Rotary Pocket Park Project; Inv-Michelle Mullaly
Mar 17, 2017
Invocator-Jack Barkan
Mar 24, 2017
Invocator-Lynn Hamilton
Mar 31, 2017
Invocator - David Robert
View entire list