With the ever changing technology of today's world, the demand for Science Technology Engineering and Math, better known as STEM is on a sharp decline.  The Stillwater school district is now able to provide experience in these fields for the community and students using the new STEM/FAB LAB.  The lab allows students to work with the same technology that is used in the real world.  Because of your generosity at the Stillwater Sampler a few years ago, the Stillwater High School has the opportunity to experience a program such as this.  This is how your efforts benefit our community and the future of today's students.  It is our hope that in the future you will continue to get involved with the Stillwater Sampler by participating however you choose; whether it is forming a committee or simply by inviting a guest to our Sampler.  Let's remember that every little bit helps and there are lots of ways to get involved to insure that programs like this continue to benefit our community. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You might have read or heard The Salvation Army is far short of bell ringers need to staff it's Kettles. I wanted to let you know that it's easy to sign up online to staff a shift; I did it in less than 5 minutes. If you wish to join me at Stillwater Cub Foods main entrance either from 6:00 to 7:00 or 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. this Friday, December 19, please let me know. I have that two hour shift. If you can't ring - please drop by and drop bills and checks in the Kettle. If you can staff a different shift and provide me with day and time, I will sign you up for a Stillwater or Oak Park Heights location. Thanks, the Salvation Army is in need and does great work.

 

 

The Woodbury, Stillwater Sunrise, and Stillwater Noon Rotary Clubs joined efforts to raise funds to assist and serve the needs of Washington County’s homeless youth population. As a result of the clubs’ efforts, Canvas Health’s Homeless Youth Program will receive more than $18,000 of funding to continue its services. “The Woodbury Rotary Club takes great pride in focusing on projects and programs serving all youth within Woodbury and throughout Washington County. With our passion for community service, all members actively participate in programs and projects, persevering until they are completed,” said Alan Henaman, Woodbury Rotary Club President. According to Pam Johnson, who oversees Canvas Health’s Homeless Youth Outreach program, the Rotary donation will be life-changing for the program’s local youth ages 16-21 and will be used to connect program participants to resources for food, clothing and shelter, allowing them to stay in school, get a job and ultimately reach independence. “It’s apparent that the Rotary Club members who have raised funds to make this donation have a deep commitment to our communities, our youth and social change – not just through their sharing of resources, but through a transformative process in helping homeless and at-risk homeless youth find stability and a future,” Johnson said. “Rotarians look for ways to make communities stronger and lives better through personal and financial support. It is clear to us that helping young people who are without stable housing and support systems is a critical community need. We believe Canvas Health is the right organization to assist in making that change and are pleased to have provided some financial assistance in this endeavor,” said Beverly Driscoll, Stillwater Noon Rotary Immediate Past President. Stillwater Sunrise Rotary President Steve Madsen praised Canvas Health’s thoughtful connections of homeless youth to appropriate resources. “When youth are referred to Canvas Health by community support service staff, teachers or other caring adults, the youth are met with genuine, caring people who help them find solutions to the problems causing their homelessness and also help them find a place to stay,” Madsen said. “The Stillwater Sunrise Rotary is proud to support this kind of practical, essential community service.” The Rotary Clubs of Woodbury and Stillwater are a part of a worldwide organization of business, professional, and community leaders united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds. As signified by the motto Service Above Self, Rotary’s main objective is service — in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. The Rotary Club of Woodbury serves the communities of South Washington County including Woodbury, Cottage Grove, Newport and St. Paul Park and is part of Rotary District 5960. The Woodbury Rotary Club Breakfast Meetings are held at 7 a.m. on Thursdays at the café on the lower level of Stonecrest. For more information on the Woodbury Rotary Club contact Cork Wicker at corkwicker@yahoo.com. Stillwater Sunrise Rotary has been serving the surrounding community for the past 30 years. We meet at Joseph’s Family Restaurant every Tuesday morning at 7 a.m. The group touts itself as a fun and dynamic group, and always welcomes visitors and new additions. If you are interested in membership, please contact Jack Gibbons at jgibb99@comcast.net. The Stillwater Noon Rotary Club has enjoyed a lively membership ever since 1919. We meet every Thursday at 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lowell Inn Banquet Center in downtown Stillwater. Parking is available next door at the parking ramp and attendees can ask for a parking pass from the front desk of the Lowell Inn. Visitors and fellow-Rotarians from other clubs are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information about the Stillwater Rotary Club contact Molly O’Rourke at Molly.ORourke@co.washington.mn.us. Canvas Health’s Homeless Youth Outreach Program offers outreach and engagement, reunification with family/kinship, scattered site housing, connection to resources for food and clothing, employment search and assistance, lessons on financial responsibility, connections to health and dental care, truancy prevention, assistance with higher education, connections to shelters, and is currently recruiting for Host Homes. The Canvas Health Homeless Youth Outreach Coordinator can be reached at (612) 695-8183.

 

 

 

YOU ARE INVITED! Join us in welcoming Rotary International President Gary Huang for a very special "Light Up Rotary" event. RECEPTION & DINNER Thursday, January 8, 2015 5:30 - 8:30 pm The Saint Paul Hotel Cost $40 + (credit card processing fee) per person Click Here for online reservations. Come and meet President Gary Huang, network with other Rotarians and guests, RI President Gary Huang will speak about the global reach of Rotary and why supporting The Rotary Foundation is so important. Expect to see media attention that will likely increase seating demand; space is limited. Offer valid until December 22, 2014. Space is limited - early registration is recommended.