January 30, 2024
A special presentation from two time Mayor of Charleston and our own past president Rotarian John Tecklenburg. John reflected on his accomplishments and experiences in working out of City Hall, not far from where he grew up on Broad Street, and all the great memories and friendships that came long with his role. He highlighted progress achieved in areas such racial relations, flooding and infrastructure, as well as the memories of his deep friendship with the departed and beloved Chief of Police Luther Reynolds.
To see a recording of last week’s meeting, go here
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IN OTHER MEETING NEWS
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- Josh Burrill gave the Invocation and led us in the pledge.
- Peter Hearne welcomed all visiting Rotarians & guests.
- Health and Happiness was presented by President Cleave.
- Past President Patterson Smith introduced fellow Rotarian and Past President of our club, John Tecklenburg, who reflected on his time as Mayor.
MORE IN THIS WEEK’S KEYWAY
February 6, 2024 | Issue 5115 President: Cleave Ham
UPCOMING EVENTS
- 2/6 – Ben Towill – Rowing across the Atlantic
- 2/10 – Colonial Lake gardening (9-11am) Sign up here
- 2/13 – Josh Bell, Bemok Family Foundation (board meeting, 11AM)
- 2/16 – Operation Home (9am – 1pm) Sign up here
- 2/24 – Community Service – Election Poll Volunteers (Sign up here)
- 2/27 – Wando Welch Terminal Tour 12-1:30pm (Sign up here)
- 3/1 – RCCF Grant Deadline
- 3/5 – Dr. Keith Fulkner, CSU President
NEWS BRIEFS
Reminder … Guest RSVP by 5pm on Monday
If you are planning to bring a guest to Rotary, it is important that you let Carroll know by no later than Monday at 5pm. There is some preparation that needs to be done for all guests prior to the meeting. Guest fee is $30 paid at the door. First-time prospective members are free.
Special Dietary Requests
If you have a special dietary request or need, be sure to let Carroll know in advance of a meeting. She will work with the staff at Hall’s to ensure that you are prepared a special plate that meets your restrictions. Please do not enter the kitchen area to make a last minute special request.
Upcoming Community Service Opportunities
Thank you to all the Rotarian volunteers who participated in our Community Service projects last year. We had a great time, lots of fellowship, and most importantly, MADE CHANGE IN CHARLESTON!! Now we’re kicking off 2024 with three great projects. Pick your date, time or talent for one of these or join us for all three!! Sign up links are below:
February 10, Gardening at Colonial Lake
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4AA2AA7F5C52-47275359-garden
February 16, Operation Home
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4AA2AA7F5C52-47275596-operatio
Volunteer to help staff polling places on Election Days – upcoming Republican Primary election (Feb. 24)
Historic Rotary Club of Charleston has adopted the polling location at Memminger Elementary School for the Republican Primary (February 24, 2024). Please sign-up to join us for a shift on one or both days HERE.
We have broken down the 14-hour day into two 7-hour shifts, so a total of 24 Rotarians are needed.
With $200 per full-time equivalent, this will result in $2,400 for our RCCF. If you can devote a full day or can volunteer for a shift on both dates, please sign up for each shift individually. Significant others are encouraged to also sign up.
The Election board requires all volunteers (even those that participated in the program last November) to go through election poll manager training either online or in person. . More details to follow for all confirmed volunteer poll workers on how to access your online training at your convenience prior to February 1.
Feel free to call, text, or email the Adopt-a-Poll Co-Chairs with any questions:
Karen Clark (301-412-8682 | karenclark555@gmail.com)
Sandy Morckel (614-306-8856 | smorckel@gmail.com)
Lowcountry Orphan Relief Project
RCCF Grant Applications Being Accepted Through March 1
The Rotary Club of Charleston Fund (RCCF) is accepting requests for grants. Interested organizations are required to submit a Letter of Inquiry and complete a grant application prior to March 1 to be considered. The application and other details regarding the grant process can be found on our club’s website — www.charleston-rotary.org. For more information, please contact RCCF Chair, Lisa Van Bergen at lvanbergen0530@gmail.com.
Port Tour in lieu of Feb. 27th Meeting – RSVP Needed
In lieu of our regularly scheduled lunch meeting on Feb. 27 th , we will be doing a tour of the Wando Welch terminal through the Ports Authority. Jeanne Jamme has been instrumental in arranging this, and needs a headcount. Please RSVP through the link below. More details below and sign up form here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A4AA2AA7F5C52-47417064-rotary
Reminder: All attendees must present a valid government issued photo ID to go on the tour. No exceptions.
- Location: SCPA Headquarters, 200 Ports Authority Drive, Mt. Pleasant, SC
- 12:00 pm – Lunch
- 12:30 pm – Bus Tour of the Wando Terminal
- 1:15 pm – Return to SCPA HQ
- Directions: The meeting will be at SCPA HQ at 200 Ports Authority Dr. Coming from I-526, take the Longpoint Rd exit towards the Wando Terminal. Turn right at the 1st light onto Wando Park Blvd. and then left on Ports Authority Drive. The HQ building is NOT accessible to you from the Wando Terminal. Parking is available in front of SCPA Headquarters.
- Lunch Menu: Chicken Piccata with Capers, Mushrooms, & Fresh Lemon, Rice Pilaf, Fresh Seasonal Vegetables, and Garden Salad, Assorted Cookies
Feb 3 – Happy Anniversary Rotary Club of Charleston
A quick historical note! Feb. 3 is the 104th “birthday” of our Historic Rotary Club of Charleston!
Here are excerpts from the book “Service Above Self — 100 Years of the Rotary Club of Charleston”, which was published for our Club’s 100th anniversary in 2020:
“The 1st meeting of the Rotary Club of Charleston was held on Feb. 3, 1920, following a dinner at the St. John’s Hotel. The Club received its charter a few weeks later on Mar. 1, making it the 9th Club formed in S.C. and the 624th Rotary Club to be organized. There were 22 charter members, with the effort to form the club spearheaded by T. Wilbur “Buddy” Thornhill and Louis C. Fischer.”
“Members were busy with community service in their first year. Two of the biggest projects involved institutions that are alive today in Charleston – the Francis Marion Hotel and committing to establish Charleston’s Boy Scout Council. Club members sold $50,000 worth of stock in the Francis Marion Hotel to get it started.”
Please note that the Francis Marion Hotel is celebrating its 100thanniversary this month.
Rotary District Conference – March 22-24 in Charleston
We have a wonderful opportunity this year as the annual Rotary District Conference will be held here in Charleston at the Francis Marion during the weekend of March 22. Conference registration is open to all Rotarians. If you are interested in attending, please sign up quickly as the conference is limited to only 330 registrants. This is a fun and informative event and you have an opportunity to learn more about Rotary in our District, in our Clubs and the wonderful things we are doing in our local communities and around the world. We have great speakers and fun events, and there is still time register.
The registration link is in the DACdb District Calendar and below for your convenience. Just click on District on the home page and then District Calendar.
https://www.dacdb.com/Register4/index.cfm?EventID=77675037
Support The CART Fund
It is easy for club members to make individual contributions and support The CART Fund electronically. The CART Fund has new portal www.mycartfund.org, which you can easily access. As a Rotarian and a DACdb user, you automatically have an account already set-up in your name. Your user name and password are the same as it is for the DACdb.
Our Club is on Social Media
Members are encouraged to follow all of our social media channels and share posts with their followers too! We also need members to send us picture of anything they do that relates to Rotary – service projects, meetings, events, etc. We would love to keep our accounts full of smiling Rotarians! Photos can be send to Mike Sottak, mikesottak@gmail.com, or Rob Byko, rob@bykorealty.com
MEMBER NEWS
Congratulations to Peter Hearne and his wife, Courtney, on the birth of their second daughter, Madeline Lee, on January 8th.
Proposed New Members
The following membership candidates have submitted an application and signed letter of agreement to the Historic Rotary Club of Charleston:
Jane Horetsky – sponsor: Sandy Morckel; classification: Eleemosynary Exec.
Denise Kaufman – sponsor: Stefany Ceccato; classification: IT/Mgmt
Steve Latteri – sponsor: Jerry Kozel; classification: Life Coaching
Tucker O’Brien – sponsor: Channing Proctor; classification: Technology/Sales
In the event you know Jane, Denise, Steve or Tucker, please tell a member of the Board how she will serve the ideals of Rotary.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Rotarian: Khanh Tran 
JOINED: February 20, 2023
SPONSOR: Harry Staley
CLASSIFICATION: IT/Cyber Security
PROFESSION: Boeing/Technologists Aspiring through Servant Leadership (TASL)
Community Service Organizations, Current Activities or Activities/Volunteer Work in the Past: Low Country Autism Foundation, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers Professional Charleston, and Technologists, Aspiring through Servant Leadership
SOMETHING UNIQUE ABOUT YOURSELF Grew up in the Bayou in Alabama. Family was in the seafood business with a shrimp boat. All of our boats start with Little Star. The most recent pontoon is named the Littlest Star because it is, so far, the smallest of the fleet.
Birthdays
- None
WELLNESS TIP
Embrace nutrient rich foods
Kickstart your year with a commitment to nourishing your body with wholesome, nutrient-dense foods. Include a variety of fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats in your diet. Experiment with colorful and flavorsome recipes to make healthy eating a joyful experience. Hydration is equally crucial, so drink lots of water throughout the day to support overall health.
OTHER AREA ROTARY CLUBS
Mondays
https://www.cainhoyrotary.com/
Summerville – Oakbrook: 7:30 a.m., Monday, Westcott County Club, 5000 Wescott Club Drive, North Charleston
North Charleston: 12:30 p.m., Monday, Hilton Garden Inn, 5265 International Blvd, North Charleston, SC
Summerville Evening: 5:30 p.m., Monday, Montreux Bar and Grill, 127 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville
Tuesdays
Charleston: 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Hall’s Signature Events, 5 Faber, Charleston
Goose Creek: 12:45 m. Tuesday, Gilligan’s, 219 St. James Ave., Goose Creek
Cainhoy: 6PM, on the first and third Tuesday of the month, King’s Cross Church, of Clement Ferry Road
Wednesdays
Daniel Island: 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Daniel Island Club, 600 Island Park Dr., Daniel Island
Mount Pleasant: 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, Hibben Methodist Church, 690 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant
Summerville: 1pm-2pm on 1st & 3rd Wednesday. Hilton Garden Inn-Homewood Suite/Lowcountry Conference Center, 406 Sigma Drive
Thursdays
North Charleston Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Marriott Hotel, 4770 Goer Drive, North Charleston.
Moncks Corner: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Gilligan’s Restaurant, Moncks Corner
St. Andrews (West Ashley): 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Bessinger’s BBQ, 1602 Savannah Highway, Charleston.
Fridays
Charleston Breakfast: 7:30AM Hall’s Signature Events, 5 Faber, Charleston
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our Rotary club actively uses social media — and we encourage you to interact 
with us through social media.
We’re on Facebook. Take a look at our page and be sure to “like us”.
We’re on Twitter. You can follow us @chasrotaryclub.
We’re on Instagram. You can follow us @ChasRotaryClub.
ABOUT THE KEYWAY
The Keyway has been published weekly as a newsletter for the Rotary Club of Charleston for more than 90 years.
President: Cleave Ham
Executive secretary: Carroll Schweers, carrollschweers@gmail.com
Mailing address: Rotary Club of Charleston, P.O. Box 21029, Charleston, SC 29413-1029
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