🌀 Rotary Headlight – September 29 Edition
Summit-New Providence Rotary Club
🍂 Welcome to Fall!
Reminder: NO MEETING this Monday
👥 Member Spotlight: Eugene Kim & Steve LaFerriere
At our last meeting, we had the pleasure of hearing from two of our newest Rotarians:
Eugene Kim
Eugene’s journey began in Bergen County, where he grew up after his parents immigrated from Korea in the 1970s. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and a master’s in chemistry from Stevens Institute of Technology, originally intending to pursue patent law. After clerking for Chief Justice Stuart Radner and joining a Newark firm, Eugene experienced a “one-third life crisis” and pivoted to solo practice for a decade. A devoted Mets fan, Eugene joined Melisa Spurr’s law firm in Summit earlier this year and is excited to contribute to Rotary service projects.
Steve LaFerriere
Steve is a certified financial planner with Merrill Lynch in Summit. Raised in a military family, he lived in many places before settling in New Jersey and graduating from Madison High School. A devout Christian, Steve embodies Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self. He’s volunteered extensively—both locally and abroad—and is fluent in Spanish. Steve has graciously agreed to chair our speakers’ program, and we look forward to his leadership and energy.
🗳️ October Is Candidate Month
Each October meeting will feature candidates for municipal office in Summit. Short bios will be published in the Headlight the weekend before each appearance. Stay tuned!
🩺 District News: Stop the Opioid Epidemic Webinar
Join us for an impactful webinar featuring Dr. Joshua Sharfstein, a nationally recognized public health leader.
Date: October 9, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Platform: Zoom
Topics Include:
- Understanding the Opioid Crisis
- Prevention Strategies
- Treatment and Recovery
- Community Support and Resources
About Dr. Sharfstein:
A Harvard-trained physician and public health advocate, Dr. Sharfstein has served as Baltimore’s Health Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner of the FDA, and advisor on Capitol Hill. He currently teaches and leads initiatives at Johns Hopkins University and has authored extensively on public health policy.
🔗 Register Here
💝 Gift of Life Annual Meeting
As the year draws to a close, the Gift of Life Project celebrates another milestone: more children given a second chance thanks to your generosity.
Date: October 16, 2025
Location: Olde Mill Inn
Come learn more about the lives changed through your support. Details available upon request.
