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Name:  Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki      
                                                                                                                                                                                            
Years in Rotary:   1 1/2       
                                                                              
Resident of: Youngstown         
                                                                                   
Hometown: Campbell       
                                                                            
How long have you lived here? All of my life    
                                                                                  
What brought you here, or kept you here?  Family, friends and the community    
                                                                             
Education:  Youngstown State University    
                                                                                         
Occupation:  Owner of Penguin City Brewing Co.   
                                                                                      
Who is in your family circle? Spouse, Richard Bernacki; stepdaughter, Hollis Bernacki   
                                                             
Do you have any pets?  If so, what are their names and what are they like? I have 2 cats, Jiji and Boogie. We took them in from our neighborhood.                                                                                              
When you are not working, how do you like to spend your time?  When I have a minute I spend time with family and close friends. I love bonfires and family dinners.                                                                                                
Why did you join Rotary?  To be closer with my community.      
                                                                                 
Why do you remain a Rotarian?  I love the friendships I've made since I've joined.   
                                                                                         
Which Rotary Project resonates with you and your understanding of our community's needs?  I really love the Operation Warm Coat drive. Giving a child a coat and seeing what a difference it can make for them. It just shows that something little can make a big difference in someone's life.     
                                                                                  
What does Rotary's motto "Service Above Self" mean to you?   To me it means to be a part of your community, helping people, and challenging yourself to be better citizen.                                                                                      
What would you be doing on Wednesdays if you didn't attend the weekly luncheon meeting?  Working      
                                                                                        
Which type of Rotary socials do you prefer - black tie affairs or casual attire?     Both       
                                                                              
A Rotary tradition is to have sing-alongs during meetings.  Would you ever lead us in a song?    No, I'm a bad singer.   
                                                             
What do you think of Scott Schulick's Rotary pants, and would you wear a pair?  Yes!