DON'T MISS OUR HONOR CEREMONY SAT. SEPTEMBER 14TH: | |
CELEBRATING 15 YEARS ON THE WATER AND OUR NEW NAME. HONORING OUR LOVED ONES AND ROWERS: | |
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It is a very hectic world that we all live in. Take some time to reflect. Come & gather with our rowing community.
Hear from our rowers, participate in the wreath ceremony on the water, stay for refreshments! Family & friends are welcome from 10:30am-12:30pm. At:
The Genesee Waterways Center Boathouse
149 Elmwood Ave
Rochester NY 14611
RSVP by scan below or by emailing info@roccrew.com
or by calling (585) 739-3717
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LOOK AT WHAT ELSE IS AHEAD FOR SEPTEMBER 2024: | |
Hey! If you missed us in July, we're going again to another Rochester Red Wings game! Come join us on Friday September 20th for an end of season game when the Rochester Red Wings vs the Iowa Cubs. Gates will open a little earlier at 5:00pm and the game starts at 6:05pm. Please stop by our table in the entrance way and meet us. We look forward to seeing you there!
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ANOTHER TASTE OF ROWING IS ON THE HORIZON | |
We would like to invite you to A Taste of Rowing (TOR). This is an introductory event where you will learn more about the exciting sport of rowing and ROCCREW. You will get to observe boat launching, rowing in action, participate in the utilization of an erg machine, observe boat return and equipment storage, along with meeting some of the rowers and coaches. Our details are below:
When: Tuesday September 24th from 6:00pm until 7:30pm
Where: The Genesee Waterways Center Boathouse
149 Elmwood Ave
Rochester NY 14611
The Registration Link can be found here: TOR form
You may also contact us at 585-281-7051 or email kmwillison2439@gmail.com with any questions you may have. We hope to see you there!!!
Also, there will be more to come in our October newsletter about the next Learn To Row Program (LTR) indoor tanks and indoor training. The program which teaches you the hands-on rowing skills required to get on the water.
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We're hoping to make it to the Head Of The Charles Regatta (HOC) worldwide rowing event this year. Being held on the banks of the Chares River, Boston/Cambridge MA, the weekend of October 18th through October 20th, 2024. More information about this exciting event can be found here: HOC Details. Please continue to support our organization by your donations:
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REFRESH YOUR FALL CASUAL DUDS RIGHT AWAY!
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You can proudly wear our logo with a smile. As this sports clothing line shines! Some clothing items can be customized for the HOC Regatta too. Please note, we have a very limited time frame to submit our fall sports clothing line orders until Monday September 2nd at 11:59pm. Take a look and place your order here at: ROCCREW Wear
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An abundance of thanks to ALL the sponsors, donors, volunteers and players for your generous support and the love given to help fill our golf carts and make OUR ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT such a great success! We could not maintain our vital programs for Cancer Survivors without you!
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OUR BOARD MEMBER IS A TV STAR: | |
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George Weiner, member of ROCCREW's Board and Marketing Committee, was honored by channel 13 WHAM after taking part in the Rochester Boat Club's annual "Amazing Row," on August 11th which also served as a celebration for the club's 10-year anniversary. Story here: Congratulations George!
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Pay Attention to Your Body! It Speaks to You! | |
Keep Those Conversations Going with Everyone You Meet! | |
Coaching in the boat and assisting the Team Coach. It's an important job!
Need extra cash? We are seeking experienced coxswains for our fall rowing sessions until mid-October, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5:30pm to 7:45pm. For more information, please contact Kathy at kmwillison2439@gmail.com or by phone at 585-281-7051.
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WE HAVE SOME OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE WITH ROCCREW!: | |
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ATTENTION ROWERS, SUPPORTERS, and READERS, WE NEED BOARD MEMBERS:
The Board of Directors of ROCCREW has some open BOARD SEAT POSITIONS available for the current 2024 rowing year. The Board is a hands-on group that manages the strategic direction and financial health of the organization. These are all volunteer positions. We welcome all professionals, and especially those who possess a financial background. We greatly appreciate the effort of our volunteer Board Members and look forward to adding more volunteers. Maintaining professional diversity within the Board is important.
PLEASE SEND YOUR MESSAGES OF INTEREST TO:
info@roccrew.com with your questions and/or a statement describing your interest, along with your qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!
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***ALSO, WE NEED COMMITTEE MEMBER VOLUNTEERS***:
Our rowing activities are meaningful and enriching to those who join us on the water. Our committees help support and hold us up on the water. We would not be here without them. We are in need of committee member volunteers for our: MARKETING, MEMBERSHIP, and FUNDRAISING COMMITTEES.
To express your interest, please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form found on our website at: ROCCREW/Support Us/Volunteer Thank you!
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SEPTEMBER COMMUNITY NEWS LOOK AT WHAT'S GOING ON: | |
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY AT GILDA'S CLUB: | |
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Cancer Support Community at Gilda's Club's (located at 255 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY 14607; 585-423-9700) activity calendar, both in person and virtual programs, along with contact information (by clicking on activity) can be found here: Events for September 2024 - CSCR (cscrochester.org/events)
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THE BREAST CANCER COALITION OF ROCHESTER (BCCR): | |
Also, every Wednesday in the month of September BCCR is offering a free Gynecologic Cancer Webinar Series. You may register here at: BCCR Gynecologic Cancer Education
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SEPTEMBER QUOTE OF THE MONTH: | |
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by Mia Farrow:
“Find things that shine and move towards them.”
Between Thursday September 28th and Friday September 29th the Harvest Supermoon will take place.
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WWW.ROCCREW.com/ OUR ROCCREW WEBSITE & FACEBOOK PAGE
FOR CURRENT & FUTURE INFORMATION!
Learning to row is hard work, yet a rewarding and FUN sport!
Take a look at what ROCCREW has to offer:
Why rowing with ROCCREW is good for adult survivors with all types of Cancer:
- The water is an amazing, magical, healing and enchanting environment, releasing your mind to a bigger purpose within nature.
- Row with other who have faced the similar challenges of cancer.
- Our coaches understand the uniqueness of our team and coach to our mission/goals.
- The challenge of setting and accomplishing personal and team goals.
- Camaraderie within our boats and our organization.
- Regattas that offer the fun of getting to the finish line which is a great representation of progress in recovery.
- We offer accommodations for many post treatment limitations.
To Include Others in Our Newsletter Mailings: Please email their names to info@roccrew.com to get them on our list! Thank you!
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