Member Spotlight and Holiday Cheer! November 14, 2025 

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York Rotary Club – Meeting Recap
Friday, November 14, 2025
In This Recap:
~ Kindness Dollars shared
~ Holiday service initiatives and community projects underway
~Holiday Special Events Announced
~ Inspiring professional spotlights from Claire and Scott
 
 
    Rotary Recap — Friday, November 14th
    Our meeting began with a positive session of Kindness Dollars, collected by Brad.  Members shared moments of gratitude and connection, acknowledging once again the generosity and spirit of this club. Susan offered updates on the success of the Chamber Business After Hours held this past week and recognized the steady work of Cindy and others across our many service efforts.
    Service Projects & Giving Initiatives
    Montego Bay Barrels
    Marilyn reported that nearly two barrels are already full, with more donations continuing to arrive. The club expects to ship the barrels to the Montego Bay Club by Monday, and she expressed heartfelt thanks for the outpouring of support.
    Remembering Past President Dick Santoro
     
    The club took a thoughtful moment of silence to honor Dick and reflect on his legacy of enthusiasm, kindness, and hands-on service—qualities that continue to inspire us this week.
    Season of Joy – “Spread the Joy” Programs
    Susan outlined this year’s holiday initiatives, designed to make participation easy, impactful, and full of heart:
    1. Peas & Carrots Drive/Gather– Goal: ONE TON!
    • Donations due Friday at the meeting or by December 1st at 5 p.m.
      • Drop off at: Susan’s home or Darcy’s business address.
    2. Adopt-a-Family Holiday Project
    A very meaningful opportunity to support a family of five or six.
    • Cindy will send the family wish-list to all members Thanksgiving week.
    • Gifts may be purchased and wrapped, or bought online and shipped directly to Susan’s address.
    • All gifts due by December 9th
      • Drop off at: Susan’s home or Cindy’s address.
    3. Maine Needs – Warm Clothing Drive
    • Items needed: Sweatpants, sweatshirts, dorm socks (unwrapped; label size)
    • Due December 7th, drop-offs at Susan or Cindy’s homes
    • Volunteers are welcome to join the December 9th morning delivery run.
    Upcoming Club Events & Meetings
    York High School Chamber Singers
    • December 19th, 7:15 p.m.
    • Please give Darcy a heads-up if you’re bringing a guest.
    Winter Warmer Gathering
    • Sunday, January 18th, 4–6 p.m.
    • Wiggly Bridge Distillery
    • Light food provided; drinks available for purchase.
    • RSVP appreciated to help with planning.
    Next Week’s Meeting – November 21, 2025 - Location Change
    Due to the Center for Active Living’s holiday craft fair, the club will meet at the York Public Library.
    We will also welcome our first Student of the Month.
    Agenda includes:
    • Membership initiative follow-up from the recent District extravaganza
    • Foundation Month presentation by Larry
    • Early discussion of Brad’s Car With a Cause Think Tank proposal
    • Review of survey “homework” to be completed before the December 5th meeting
    Window Dressers Project
    Larry is coordinating volunteer sign-ups for December 6–10 (with some dates possibly ending early).
    • Shifts: 8:00–11:30 a.m. or 12:45–4:45 p.m.
    • Sign up at windowdressers.org
    • Members interested in attending together are encouraged to email Darcy or Larry so a group shift can be arranged.
    • Sunday, December 7th may be a good option for a Rotary group effort.
    Member Spotlights
     
    Claire DeLorenzo
    Claire shared her personal and professional journey, from her Pennsylvania upbringing to her academic background in molecular biology and chemistry, her time working at MGH, and her eventual transition into law. She completed her law degree at Suffolk during the COVID years, moved to Maine, renovated a duplex with her husband, passed the bar, and married in April 2024.
     
    She now practices estate planning with a focus on lifetime planning, trusts, and wealth-transition strategies—work she approaches much like solving a puzzle. Claire also looks forward to strengthening our connection with the High School Interact Club.
     
    Scott Brown
    Scott reflected on his upbringing in a Marine Corps family, moving every 13 months—a rhythm that shaped his resilience and ability to form relationships quickly. He shared stories of rugby, his long career in high-tech sales, extensive international travel, and the eventual decision to step away from the intensity of that world.
     
    Today, he is an independent travel consultant specializing in European travel and African safaris. He will be teaching adult education classes in both Marshwood and York and remains enthusiastic about contributing to Rotary projects, including Window Dressers and community school outreach.
     
    Both presentations were engaging, warm, and full of personality—an excellent kickoff to our Member Spotlight series.
     

    Here’s to another week of service, fellowship, and impact—come join us and be part of the momentum!