Knights of Columbus

Dear Brothers and families,

As we start a new Columbian year, first I must congratulate PGK Jim Turzilli and his wife Stephanie on a wonderful year as our Grand Knight. Jim truly has a deep passion for Bellmore council and its members and it showed all year long. Through the year, Jim inspired the cooperation and confidence of the members making Bellmore one of the best councils in the state. We will be able to thank Jim for all his hard work at his testimonial on Saturday November 15, 2008.

I would like to thank the following brothers that served on this years nominating committee:  Chairman Joe Cunningham, Ken Karchinski PGK, Pat Neville PGK, Kevin Coleman PGK, Austin Cannon PGK, John Weber PGK, Nick Nicolich, John Mahon and Jerry Guilfoyle. This is not an easy task and I commend you all for your dedication and hard work.

I would like to introduce this years officers, a team that promises enthusiasm and leadership. We are blessed to have Father Valentine as our chaplain. Thank you Father for taking this position. Our Deputy Grand Knight is Jim Mikowski. Jim is committed to our order and I look forward to working closely with him. New to the chairs are Bob Felice assuming the important position of chancellor, Bill Molloy our treasurer and John O’Leary as outside guard. Thank you Brothers for accepting these positions. Finally I would like to thank recorder Jerry Guiliano, inside guards Anthony Cristofano and Bob Saylor, financial secretary John Ruggerio, warden Thomas Ruhle, advocate Austin Cannon PGK, lecturer Anthony LaBarbera and trustees Ken Karchinski PGK, John Weber PGK and Jim Turzilli PGK. These brothers are continuing for another year and their experience will be very valuable to us all.

Please mark your calendars for the officer’s installation. The event this year will be on Friday, September 5, 2008. If you are planning to attend, please contact PGK Ken Karchinski. Having an accurate head count for all council affairs is becoming increasingly important.

This summer we are having our first ever Parrot Head Summer Party. The event will be held on August 9, 2008 in the council hall. Please support the council and come to this summer event. For more details see the article in the log. We are also selling C&B chance books and 300 Club tickets. Please support these programs as they are crucial to the financial health of our council. Help is always needed at Vegas Nights, the street fair in September or simply by paying your dues on time. By now you should have received your dues letter. Please consider adding a penny a day for charity, only $3.65.

It is my honor to serve as your Grand Knight for the 2008-2009 Columbian year. Our council has an exceptional reputation in the community and we all must continue to do the good things we do to keep it that way. In closing, if you have not been to the council for some time please know that you are always welcomed back.

Fraternally,

Michael Fiore

Grand Knight

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A Parrot Head Party? Anyone care to explain? Please!!!

August 9, 2008 is the night of the “Parrot” Join us for Bellmore Council’s first ever celebration of palm trees, tropical breezes and drinks that come in glasses with little umbrellas.

It’s a summer theme party that will feature the music of Jimmy Buffett and the soothing sounds of the steel drum bands. It will be a laid back affair that will whisk you away to a tropical isle. Complete with tikki bar, rum soaked fruits and the best frozen drinks in town.

So break out your most outrageous Hawaiian shirt, shorts, flip flops and top it off with a straw hat. Get ready to celebrate summer at Bellmore Council’s 2008 Parrot Head Summer Party. Join us from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. complete with D.J. Richie.

$30.00 per person includes open bar. For reservations please contact DGK Michael Fiore at 826-0475 or Chancellor Jim Mikowski at 993-0467.

Dear Brothers,

This will be my final message to you as your Grand Knight. Where do I begin to put into words what this past year has ment to me? Putting it rather simply, I just felt extremely honored to have served as Grand Knight during this past Columbian year.

All that I was able to accomplish was a team effort of my officers, Committee Chairmen and all those who stepped up to the plate time and time again.

I was privileged to attend many different functions during the course of the year. Charity events, degrees, street fair, testimonials, socials, parades, ect., ect.! What highlighted many of these events was the fact that I was either working hand-in-hand with my brothers or sharing new ideas. Also, I was very fortunate to have met so many new and amazing people who I’m proud to call my friends.

Sadly this past year, we saw the passing of some brothers, wives, parents, siblings, children and PGK Andy Chiasera. During these sad times, we always came together as a true Christian family, reaching out to those in mourning. May all the faithful departed rest in peace!

Now on to recent events. First, I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate DGK Mike Fiore and Brother Nick Nicolich on making their Fourth Degree.

I’d like to thank the following Brothers who participated in the Flag Planting at the Long Island National Cemetery: PGK, DD, COB Kevin Coleman, PGK Ken Karchinski, and brothers Mike Meyers and Joe Calvacca.

Next, my thanks to those who marched in the Memorial Day Parade: DGK Mike Fiore, PGK Ken Karchinski, PGK Pat Neville, and “Partner”, PGK Hank Holzwarth, PGK Art McQuillan, and brothers Frank Senator, Ed Mandell, Bill Pollack, John Blonairz, John O’Leary, Robert Saylor, John Ferrante and Robert O’Sullivan. Also, thanks to our brothers who set up, cooked and served at our repast.

On May 28th, we prepared and served a First Holy Communion pancake breakfast for the students of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School, my gratitude to the following Brothers who were there to help out: Joe Cunningham, Steve Amante, Jerry Guilfoyle, Joe Defino and Bob Felice.

In closing, I just want to convey that being Grand Knight was the experience of a lifetime; however, my work has not ended here. I shall always continue to work hard for and support all future endeavors of our Great Bellmore Council!

Thanks to all and God Bless.

Fraternally;

Jim Turzilli

Grand Knight

Dear Brothers,

I’ll begin by reporting our Night at the Races. This charity event brought in $3,700 to benefit Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School. Bravo to all who worked so hard to make that night a huge success.

Polish night was a memorable evening; all those who attended had a wonderful night. Thanks to Brother John Blonairz and his crew for a job well done.

Congratulations and welcome to our new member, Phil Maas, on making his first degree. Also, I am so pleased and honored to welcome Father Valentine Rebello who recently became our new Chaplain!

The children’s Easter party is on Saturday, March 22nd from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. The kids always have a lot of fun and I’m sure that the Easter Bunny will make his annual appearance.

Our Fifth Sunday Communion Breakfast will be held on March 30th at 10:00 AM following the 9:00 AM Mass.

March is Membership Blitz Month. We encourage all our brothers to bring in a new member by March 31st. If any of you have a prospective member in mind, make sure to tell them of what a truly wonderful organization they will be a part of!

Our Open House Membership  Drive will be on March 31st at 8:00 PM in the Big Hall.

And finally, with the spring season upon us, I wish you and your loved ones a Blessed Happy Easter!

Fraternally,

Jim Turzilli,

Grand Knight