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Our guest speaker on June 8th was the Reverend Dr. Crystal Bujol of Gifford Youth Orchestra (GYO). Dr. Bujol moved from Los Angeles to Gifford in 2002 when she was approached by long-time resident and civic activist Annie Laura Powell, who observed that Gifford youth were being left behind. Schools were eliminating the arts from curriculum, and most parents
\nwere unable to afford private lessons for their children. That challenge became the GYO mission: \u201cTo provide education, experience, and training in various cultural and performing arts including music, drama, dance, and the vocal arts for the youth of Gifford (and neighboring Indian River communities), with a core focus on mastering stringed instruments.\u201d<\/p>\n
Reverend Pujol\u2019s approach is positive, encouraging the children to learn to play an instrument, and then to learn to tutor others (instilling confidence). The children learn to read notes and symbols, increasing their math skills. They have made many performances to various groups, some of which give them donations. The donations are split among the performers who are then required to take a budget workshop. They learn the value of money, how to save and the costs of food, transportation, etc. Children also gravitate to others who share the language of music reading skills at school. They learn so much more than just how to play an instrument. Their self named motto has become \u201cOff the streets and on the
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At a recent performance, the GYO was introduced to Captain Winston Scott, a retired United States Navy Captain and former NASA astronaut. Captain Scott was so impressed with the performance he arranged for the children to talk with astronauts in outer space. That will happen on July 6, 2022.The GYO is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization funded through
\ngrants, sponsorships, donations and fundraising activities. For more information on supporting the GYO call 772-213-3007 or
\nvisit www.gyotigers.org\/make-a-contribution.<\/p>\n
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Mark Renehan, Mark Wade with Watson, and Scott Thiel<\/p>\n
On June 15th our guest speaker was Mark Wade, Ventriloquist. A former educator\/professional ventriloquist, Mark is a past \u201cInternational Ventriloquist of the Year\u201d, an entrepreneur, and sought after speaker for many different groups. He has made appearances on such national programs as \u201cEntertainment Tonight\u201d. \u201cGood Morning America\u201d, Real People\u201d, and CBS
\nEvening News\u201d. Mark Wade is America\u2019s Foremost Kid Show Ventriloquist. For over 35 years, Mark\u2019s programs have inspired and educated children.<\/p>\n
He continues to perform today on a more limited basis. At the age of 12, Mark saw ventriloquist Jimmy Nelson, (another member of the Ventriloquist Hall of Fame) on television. This was around the same time that his fascination with magic began. His passion for ventriloquism was not dampened by his diagnosis of Essential Tremor, a disease which effects 6 million Americans each year. It was then that he learned the meaning of the word \u201cperseverance\u201d in seeking to find a solution. In order to be a candidate for surgery Mark underwent a series of procedures including various medications and hypnotherapy before finally being accepted for DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) surgery at Advent Celebration Neuroscience Institute. There he was fitted with a
\nbattery which now controls his shaking. Mark demonstrated his ventriloquist skills to our club with the assistance of our member Mark Renehan, and also with his puppet buddy, Watson. In closing he told us to \u201cpersevere – don\u2019t give up – never give up.\u201d For more information visit him on facebook – Mark Wade \u2013 Ventriloquist Fan Page.<\/p>\n
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Welcome New Members<\/h3>\n
On June 8th we installed our newest member, Johnnie Richard. Please introduce yourself to Johnnie and welcome her to our
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Blue Water Open<\/h3>\n
The Exchange Club Mission Statement: Exchange, Americas\u2019 Service Club, is a group of men and women working together to make our communities better places to live through programs of service in Americanism, Community<\/p>\n
Service, Youth Activities, and its\u2019 national project, the Prevention of Child Abuse.<\/p>\n
2021-2022 Officers for the Exchange Club of Sebastian
\nPresident – Johnathan Rhodeback<\/p>\n
President Elect – Frederick Jones<\/p>\n
Secretary – Eva Chapman<\/p>\n
Treasurer – Diana Best<\/p>\n
Foundation Treasurer – Kathy Burns<\/p>\n
Newsletter Editor – Margie Duffell<\/p>\n
Division Director (District 7) – Rene VanDeVoorde<\/p>\n
District President – Joe Walsh<\/p>\n
District Treasurer \u2013 Jose Ortiz<\/p>\n
District Secretary \u2013 Shirley Sims<\/p>\n
District President Elect \u2013 Steve Rawlins<\/p>\n
District Immediate Past President – Chuck Walker<\/p>\n
Our Blue water open was another great success thanks to Chairwoman Eva Chapman and all the many volunteers who helped out. Congratulations to Phil Barnes who won our NAPA<\/strong><\/em> We still have t-shirts available $15 short sleeve and $20 long sleeve as well as buckets for $20. Let Here are some pictures compliments of Phil Barnes!<\/p>\n Excel Club of Sebastian River High School<\/strong><\/p>\n This year the club completed at least one event in each of the four pillars of Exchange (8 total) as well as earned the National Service Award. In April the Child Prevention flag was displayed on campus. The May meeting was a celebration of all the accomplishments for the year. Volunteers are needed to assist with these meetings!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Jr. Excel Club of Sebastian Charter <\/strong><\/p>\n Junior High School<\/strong><\/p>\n This club has completed at least one event in all of the four pillars of Exchange (13 total) as well as earned the National Service Award. In April the Child Prevention flag was displayed on campus and students distributed fliers to home room classes. The May meeting was a celebration of all the accomplishments for the year.<\/p>\n <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Volunteers are needed to assist with helping the students achieve activities which represent the four pillars of Exchange. Any member willing to assist should contact Margie Duffell or Kathy Burns<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n 2nd<\/u><\/em> Qtr. Visitors – Please Come Again!<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n 04\/13 – \u201cMom\u201d Ruth White (Susan Baran)<\/p>\n 04\/13 – Francis Papineau (Adam Preuss)<\/p>\n 04\/20 – Ruth White (Susan Baran)<\/p>\n 04\/20 – Johnnie Ricchards, Dependable Title (Susan Baran) <\/p>\n 04\/20 – John Oats, StoreRight Self Storage (Terry Gardner) <\/p>\n 04\/27 – Peter Muckenhaupt (Kathy Falzone) <\/p>\n 04\/27 – Officer Bill Jarvis, SPD (Donald Hart)<\/p>\n 05\/11 – Charla Mori-Terra, ASCF (Mark Renehan)<\/p>\n 05\/11 – Cory Maxwell, Dive Therapy (Eva Chapman)<\/p>\n 05\/11 – Kelsey McPhearson (Francis Papineau)<\/p>\n 05\/11 – Georgia Irish, Marine Bank (Terry Gardner)<\/p>\n 05\/11 – Johnnie Richards, Dependable Title (Susan Baran)<\/p>\n 05\/18 – Michele Buldo,SAFIR (Substance Abuse Free Indian River Coalition) (Donald Hart) <\/p>\n 05\/18 – Officer Frederick & Beannie Silverstein, <\/p>\n American History Live (Joy Votrobek & Mark Renehan)<\/p>\n 05\/25 – Tracy Black (Scott Thiel)<\/p>\n 05\/25 – Robert Ulrich, Boys & Girls Club (Laura Luettger)<\/p>\n 06\/08 – Mathew Reilly, Art-Kraft Sign Co. (Lori Reilly)<\/p>\n 06\/08 – Joe Lombardino, Art-Kraft Sign Co. (Lori Reilly)<\/p>\n 06\/15 – Navin Wadhwani (Susan Baran)<\/p>\n 06\/15 – Jeremy & Riley Gilstrap (Scott Theil)<\/p>\n 06\/15 – Lea Papineau (Franics Papineau<\/p>\n Scholarship awards were given on Tuesday April 19th<\/sup> at the Sebastian River High School Performing Arts Center. Total scholarships for this year total $10,000. 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\nValley trip and to other members whose family members brought in BIG FISH!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
\nEva know if you are interested. The final net number is being worked on and should be available soon.<\/p>\nDistrict Director Rene\u2019s Corner<\/u><\/em><\/h3>\n
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