Recent Speakers

Dan Milloy, program director for Senior Medicare Patrol, spoke to the club about Medicare fraud and its cost nationally; Jessica Hill, of Main Line Health hospice care, explained end-of-life options and care services; and Eileen Chopnick, past president of the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, offered a primer on vitamins, both essential and optional.

More than Entertainment — Disabled Kids and Musical Seniors Benefit from Her Artistry

Andrea Green, an Emmy Award winning musical force, presented “Music with a Mission,” with commentary on several video clips of her music therapy work with children with disabilities and older adults. Here’s an example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwlKrhA61Z4

Israeli and Palestinian Relations Meet an Old Foe — Politics

Prof. Ian Lustick cautions against expecting Israel and Palestine to find a two-state solution any time soon. It’s a political football each side wants to keep in the air, he argues. He has written and discussed his findings with Congress and now, with Lower Main Line Rotary.

The Stories Behind the Lyrics — Exploring American Folk Music

Paul Selbst taught politics and government at Temple University, but his interest in folk songs led him to dive deep into their origins. He taught us the meaning of “The Yellow Rose of Texas,” what happened when “Frankie and Johnny” were lovers, and insights into hobo life in the Depression.

Local Rotarian Creates an Educational Masterpiece in India

Conshohocken Rotarian Hans Sharma, founder of the Gayatri Public School for children in his native northern India, and CEO of Himalayan Hope Foundation. Our club supports his amazing work.

Merion Civic Association — Keeping Traditions Alive and a Community Aware

Eileen Bruckman, co-president of the Merion Civic Association, explained the mission of the organization as promotion of the safety, prosperity and well-being of Merion residents. The Merion Tribute House (above) is home to the association, which traces its roots to 1913.

Clarke School’s Success in Treating Hearing Loss

Ashley Weaver, (left) Director of Clarke Pennsylvania, with Susan Stone, a mother whose son’s hearing loss and education at Clarke School propelled him to a PhD and a professional career, explained the mission and extraordinary successes in helping children overcome hearing loss. Their campus is near Saint Joseph’s University, which now offers a degree in supporting the hearing impaired. For more information, explore https://www.clarkeschools.org/pennsylvania