You're Walking Distance to Everything Exciting!

Welcome Aboard... you’re walking distance to everything exciting! April 7-10, 2011 Annapolis, MD

Capt’n...Urgh... District Governor Maurie Welcomes you to our Annapolis District Conference n spite of the expanse of paving in the front, there is a very nice lawn for outdoor bocce. The front I door of the hotel is within walking distance to almost everything exciting–Annapolis on the outside, (my room on the inside). Parking is below the hotel with elevator service to the lobby. So if you are planning a day trip into town, a plenary session with your fellow Rotarians or hanging out in your District Governor’s suite until all hours of the night, you will remember your visit to Annapolis! Westin features a wonderful spa so you can treat yourself to a relaxing visit and an exercise room so you can work off those triple deserts from the dessert buffet. A relaxed and healthy Rotarian is a happy Rotarian...

April 7-10, 2011 Annapolis, MD Welcome to Maryland—welcome to hospitality. A town rich in history, welcoming visitors for over 300 years

rom its earliest days as a colonial capital city of using a customary grid he constructed a baroque Annapolis was known as the “Athens of plan similar to the magnificent cities of Europe. He F America”. Here you could find a wealth of drew circles with cultural activities, a glittering social season, gracious radiating streets to create hospitality and intellectual stimulation. This small focal points and give seaport brought visitors from around the world. importance to certain The Capital of structures. In one circle Maryland was is St. Anne’s Episcopal originally called Church, regarded as the “Providence” spiritual center of the when settled by city. As the Church the Puritans. It of England it was was later called supported by the taxpayers. “Anne Arundle’s Towne” after the wife of Lord In another circle, rising over the harbor, is the State Baltimore who owned the proprietary colony. It House, the seat of the state government. This urban wasn’t until a Royal Governor (as opposed to a design was District Governor) Sir Francis Nicholson moved the admired by capital here from St. Mary’s City that the small frequent visitor seaport received George Washington its present name. who later had Sir Francis chose Pierre L’Enfant to honor Princess incorporate it into Anne, Heir to the the nation’s capital. throne. In 1708 A thriving shipping she chartered her industry brought great wealth to Annapolis, reflected colonial namesake in its quality of life. Prosperous merchants and as a city. Her royal planters sought to duplicate the lavish amenities of badge with crown over the entwined thistle of their homelands in the colonies and built mansions Scotland and the Tudor rose of England is depicted that would rival any in England. These homes, which on the Annapolis flag. entertained many of our founding fathers, had Sir Francis designed a city worthy of a queen. Instead ballrooms and formal gardens that hosted many lavish

2 social functions. Today Annapolis has more of these As delightful as Annapolis is by water, it’s very original 18th century homes standing than any other human scale makes it a great subject for walking city in the United States. tours. Many attractions including the Naval Academy Government has always played a major part in the and St. John’s College (the 3rd oldest college in the ongoing life of the city. The same State House where US) are right in the historic district. George Washington tendered his resignation as General No matter what your preference, Annapolis has it… of the Continental Army is still charged with energy the history, cuisine, the Academy or just sipping a coffee at three months every year that the Maryland Assembly a street side café and people watching. It is a wonderful meets in its chambers. The Governor (not the District destination for us to “SET SAIL TO ANNAPOLIS”... Governor) and Lieutenant Governor have their offices there, and it is used for events throughout the year. And for more things to see and do in Annapolis, visit The same tidewater cuisine which was appreciated in www.visitannapolis.org and also look at pages the colonial period is still a major part of Annapolis 6 and 7 of this layout (click here to jump to 6&7). hospitality. Some of the pubs in town date back to those early days. The Naval Academy, it’s part of our history, make it part of your weekend.

The Naval Academy is a jewel of Annapolis and a Since 1845 more jewel of our Nation–a must see while in Annapolis. than 60,000 young Tours are $9.50 for adults, $8.50 for Seniors +65, men and women $7.50 for children 1-12th grade, pre-school-free. have successfully completed "four years by the Bay" to take their The academy is located at: hard-earned places in America's Naval service. Many 52 King George Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21402 Naval Academy graduates have achieved greatness and 410-293-8687 www.usna.edu earned a special place in our nation's history during its Tour information: www.usna.edu/NAFPRODV/VC/ struggle to grow and preserve its freedom. Their names resonate down through history - Dewey, Halsey, King, A brief history Lejeune, Nimitz, Rickover, Spruance, Burke, Stockdale, Through the efforts of the Secretary of the Navy George Carter...to name only a few. Bancroft, the Naval School was established without Congressional funding, at a 10-acre Army post named ...“This is where many of our nation's finest young Fort Severn in Annapolis, Maryland, on October 10, people make the commitment to serve their country, 1845, with a class of 50 midshipmen and seven as so many have before them.”... professors. The curriculum included mathematics and resources: navigation, gunnery and steam, chemistry, English, www.usna.edu/VirtualTour/150years/ natural philosophy, and French. www.usna.edu/welcome.htm

3 conference speakers dignitaries, outgoing peace fellow, group study exchange guests...

RI President Ray Outgoing Peace Fellow, Klingensmith and his Courtney Matson wife, Judy Friday, April 8 Friday, April 8 Courtney will tell us what Ray and Judy will be with us for a motivated her to become a Peace Reception (6:00) and dinner (7:00) Fellow and her future plans after on Friday. What a great chance to her year in Japan. She and the meet and talk to the Missouri President will have a lot to talk as Cowboy. A leader and a staunch believer in Cowboy RI President Ray’s first experience with Rotary was Wisdom. “Don’t Squat With Your Spurs On!” as an Ambassadorial Scholar. DG 7470 Maurie Mader Welcome!—¡Bienvenidos! and his wife Peggy Saturday, April 9 Welcome to the Conference! The 2011 Group Study Exchange (GSE) professionals Maurie and Peggy (the Saint) visiting our district this year are from Bogota Columbia. welcome you to the 54th District If you didn’t get a chance to meet them yet, please do Conference. Listen to Maurie and make it a point to welcome our guests with your throughout the weekend as he Rotarian hand of friendship. encourages and recognizes members From left to right are: Group leader, Rafael Pineda; and clubs for their astounding successes this year. Luis Trujillo, Felipe Escobar, Juliana Restrepo and RI President’s Rep. Liliana Gomez. Frank Wargo PDG 7890 Multiple sessions RI Presidents rep Wargo Frank will be with us the entire conference and will address us several times. 2010-2011 Exchange Students Many of us know him from the Saturday, April 9 and all weekend Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) and appearances at These kids deserve a round past conferences. Frank is Passionate about Rotary of smiles, hugs and applause and will be an inspiration to us all. whenever you meet them. RI Foundation Speaker, They go home soon, with a Eric Grub, PDG 7620 lifetime of memories. They will be seen at the Saturday, April 9 conference covered with pins. Don’t forget, bring Eric Grub will speak to us at our your club pins or just any collectable pins—the breakfast Saturday. His message exchange students. They love them! about the foundation and the many changes headed our way. Eric will bring the foundation to life!

4 Conference Recognition Awards calling all clubs in district 7470...... you need to get ready for 2010-’11 recognitions!

t’s an honor to give awards to deserving Rotarians. include at least 1 bulletin from early in the Rotary Every club has something to give and to be recognized year (June or July). Iin front of other clubs, is an honor for your club. Club Public Relation Awards: I love a good surprise... Judging is based on how effective your club was in Besides these awards, there will be a few surprise getting its message to the public about what Rotary awards given to clubs. Just one of the reasons you does. Accepted formats include scrapbooks, display should attend. boards, print media, etc. Here are awards you can prepare for. But prepare Club History Awards: now so you are not rushing—last minute. Accepted formats are scrapbooks, photo albums, video Five Avenues of Service Awards: tapes, posters, etc. This is an award for the best project in each of the Best Net Conference Attendance Awards Five Avenues of Service (Community, Club, How many club members are in attendance? Vocational, International, and New Generations). The media for entering this competition is a display board. Best % of Conference Attendance Awards: It is important to understand that the award is being What % of your club is in attendance? given for the project, not the display board. There is limited space, therefore, the total of all Best Net Membership Gain (Presented at District Assembly) boards/displays per club is a max of 6 feet. Your club Best % of Membership Gain (Presented at District Assembly) may enter as many display boards as they wish in many categories. Please contact us by March 15 via Sports Awards: phone call or email, to let us know the categories you Judged and presented by Activities Chairman or will be entering. Let us also know if your space sporting event Chairman requirement is less than 6 feet. We are looking forward to seeing you at the conference. Annapolis is a beautiful place for beautiful people to enjoy Club Bulletin Awards: Rotary fellowship and fun! To enter this category, your club bulletin editor or Maureen Kelly Raso, [email protected] secretary must provide five (5) hard copies of your Awards Co-Chair, 973 886 7201 best/favorite 4 bulletins. This includes hard copies of Louise Forbes, [email protected] electronic bulletins. The six awards for the bulletins Awards Co-Chair, 908 204 0948 are: Best Format, Best Content, Most Improved, Best Rotary Information, Best Overall and Best Electronic Click on an e-mail address to connect. format. For the “Most Improved” category, be sure to

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vehicles provide complimentary ...and you would transportation to riders who flag them down for a quick and easy like to explore ride to attractions and restaurants. Annapolis on 443-497-4769. www.eCruisersllc.com. Take a Water Taxi – your own? While Annapolis is a walkable city, sometimes Here are a few suggestions: the quickest way to get from point A to point Tour the U.S. Naval Academy B in America’s Sailing Capital is to hop aboard No visit to Annapolis is complete without a a water taxi. Use one to get from City Dock to visit to the U.S. Naval Academy. Home of the Eastport for an enjoyable meal along 4,000-strong brigade of midshipmen, the Naval Restaurant Row or drop anchor across from Academy is the training ground for the Naval Academy and phone a water taxi to officers of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Don’t bring you into town. They are a quick, relaxing, miss the newly renovated chapel and its massive pipe and affordable way to work the water into a busy organ. The Naval Academy Museum features more itinerary. 410-263-0033. www.watermarkjourney.com. than 50,000 artifacts and is home to the famous Annapolis Maritime Museum Gallery of Ships. On weekdays during the academic Since April, 2010, the Annapolis Maritime Museum year, be sure to catch the midshipmen in noon has been hosting a new permanent exhibit, Oysters formation. Guided tours of the USNA begin at the on the Half Shell. The highly interactive display Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center. 410-293-8687. highlights the natural history of the oyster and www.usna.edu/NAFPRODV/VC/. demonstrates why it is so important to the health of Ride an eCruiser the Chesapeake Bay. It also captures the cultural Electric-powered eCruisers are becoming a frequent history of the hard-working people who harvested, sight on the streets of Historic Annapolis and shucked, packed, and shipped oysters from the Eastport. The six-passenger, environmentally-friendly McNasby Oyster Company. Key elements include a 1,000 gallon aquarium with a living oyster reef and

6 the many critters that thrive in that habitat; a touch Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse tank; a large-scale oyster that opens up to show all the Get an up close and personal look at the last screwpile anatomically correct body parts; an exhibit of the lighthouse on the Chesapeake Bay still in its original skimming and processing equipment; and recreated location when you take a tour of the National shucking tables. Sections of the workboat, Miss Historic Landmark Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse. Lonesome, are being used to demonstrate how A boat that departs from the Annapolis Maritime wooden boats such as this were built and used. Museum takes you on a one-and-a-half mile journey 410-2950104. www.amaritime.org. to the 1875 lighthouse at the mouth of the South River. Once there, you can climb up into the lighthouse for a Maryland State House docent-led tour. Remaining tour dates for 2010 are Annapolis is home to the oldest State House in Saturday, July 31, and Sundays, July 11, and August continuous legislative use in the nation. It is also the 15. The tours depart at 9:00 a.m., noon, and 3:00 p.m. only state house in the country that also served as the Reservations are required. 410-295-0104. nation’s capitol. The Continental Congress met in the www.amaritime.org. Old Senate Chamber from November 26, 1783 to August 13, 1784. During this time, George Most Beautiful Doorway in America Washington came before Congress to resign his Annapolis is home to more 18th-century brick buildings commission as commander-in-chief of the than any other city in the nation. The great five-part Continental Army and the Treaty of Paris was Georgian mansions are the crowning architectural ratified, marking the official end of the Revolutionary jewel in a city that embraces three-and-a-half centuries War. 410-974-3400. www.mdsa.net. of architecture. Built by English architect William Buckland in 1774, the Hammond-Harwood House at Historical Electronics Museum 19 Maryland Avenue boasts the Most Beautiful For an offbeat and off-the beaten-path excursion, try Doorway in America. 410-263-4683. the Historical Electronics Museum. You will learn www.hammondharwoodhouse.org. about TVs, radios, cell phones, and see a working original Edison cylinder phonograph. The museum Discover Annapolis Trolley Tours houses the first American radar system ever built, a Discover Annapolis Trolley Tours departs from the lunar camera like the one used to photograph Neil Annapolis visitor center at 26 West St. This 1-hour Armstrong’s moon landing, and the SCR-584 – a giant radar narrated trolley tour introduces passengers to 350 unit that visitors can enter and explore. 410-765-0230. years of local history, architecture, folklore and trivia. www.www.nationalelectronicsmuseum.org. The tours pass residential areas and the waterfront as well as the exterior of the U.S. Naval Academy, William Paca Garden Maryland State House and the governor’s residence. The two-acre, reconstructed 18th-century pleasure A 40-minute version of this tour departs from garden is an oasis in the heart of Annapolis. Located HistoryQuest, 99 Main St., at City Dock. behind the National Historic Landmark home of 410-626-6000. Declaration of Independence signer William Paca, the garden is the only one of its kind in Maryland. 410267-8146. www.annapolis.org. brochure design courtesy www.mfxinc.com 7 time is running out, rooms are released after March 7- register while you have this form in your hand. Registration Form Rotary District 7470 Conference April 7 ~10, 2011 at the Westin Annapolis

100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis, Maryland

Name Club Hospitality Suite

Address Telephone

City State Zip Code

H Thursday H Friday H Other: H Sunday H Other . Date of Arrival Date of Departure

HOTEL Room nights will be handled directly by the hotel (tax included.). Single/Double Triple Quad Traditional King $175.15 $203.40 $231.65 Deluxe King Corner $231.65 $259.90 $288.15

Junior Suite $288.15 $316.40 $344.65

No setup charge for Hospitality suites. Pet friendly (up to 40 pounds). Children ( under 18) can be included in the parents room for free. Call Westin Hotel at: 888-627-8994 by March 7, 2011 and identify yourself as a Rotary District 7470 member. .

MEALS (Breakfast & Dinner only) Credit Card or Check Total Thursday Dinner is on your own in beautiful Annapolis. Breakfast Friday – Only Number of Adults ______@$30.00 $______Number of Children ______@$25.00 $______Friday Dinner/Saturday Breakfast @$110.00 Saturday Dinner/Sunday Breakfast @$110.00 Number of Adults ___ x ___ days @$110.00 $______Number of Children (under 12) ___ x ___ days @$50.00 $______Payment of registration (if required) Number of Adults ___ @$30 $______

Total Due by April 1, 2011. Payable to Rotary District 7470 Conference = ______

Credit Card # (if necessary for meals) Expires Security Code ______Name As It Appears On Card ______Signature ______Billing Address Of Card f Not Same As Above

8 Name for Badge ______Club______

ި President ި Past President ި President-elect H Secretary H Treasurer ި Club Conf. Chair. ި Past Dist. Governor ި Dist. Gov. Elect ި Paul Harris Fellow ި Sustaining Member ި Benefactor/Beq. Soc. ި First Conference ި Special Requests______

Name for Badge______Club______

ި President ި Past President ި President-elect ި Secretary ި Treasurer ި Club Conf. Chair. ި Past Dist. Governor ި Dist. Gov. Elect ި Paul Harris Fellow ި Sustaining Member ި Benefactor/Beq. Soc. ި First Conference ި Special Requests______

Name for Badge______Club______

Children’s programs will be available during the 3 plenary morning sessions.

Special Comments:

Make checks payable to: Rotary District 7470 Conference: Mail to Judy Frank, 17 Condit Street, Succasuna, N.J. 07876 For additional information call Hal Moeller 973-985-9093 or Louise Forbes 908-533-1320