Invocation given by: Cassie Everhardt on 4.25, Abigail Sciesczinski on 5.2
Birthdays recently: Jodi Anderson on 4.25, Wayne Gilmore on 4.26, Mick Mueller on 5.1, Derek Greene on 5.2, and Al Reinicke on 5.8. Happy birthday to all!
Camp Rotamer is open for business- thanks to Dave Warren for the log splitter and workers John W, Rick H, Janette S and daughters, Paul R, Randy L, Paul S, Aaron T and Kate Stweart.
The Milwaukee Brewers trip will be Thursday June 30th. Cost is $55. RSVP to Mandy Witt by May 27th.
Dan read 2 thank you notes from ECHO and Carrie Kulinski for the recent Community Grant presentations. We also received a thank you note from a Scholarship interview student.
Derby Update: You should have turned in your ticket and sponsor sales, and be ready to make our event on Thursday a great success! If you're not planning on attending...why? We need ALL our members to support this event- it's one of our 2 annual fundraisers that support our Club and all we do. Heather has sent around an email asking for more volunteers at the Ticket booth- reply to her if you can help with a short shift. The Committee has worked really hard to make this event fun and exciting for our entire community- show your support and be a part of it!
Have you signed up for the District Conference on the 6250 website yet? If you've never attended a District Conference, Madison is a short drive away and it is It will be close by in Madison on May 20-22nd. If you've never attended a District Conference, it is well worth your time. President Dan will be collecting personal care items for the service project- look for an email from him on requested items and bring in to a meeting or to the conference.
Renae Henry announced the Parker FFA Spring Plant Sale takes place begiining 5.4 through 5.8, and the following weekend. This sale is open to the public- park in the Teachers lot around back of the School.
Raffle: Mandy won the raffle on 4.25, and Whitey won on 5.2. The JP of $528 rolls over
Presidents Pin Challenge: Don't forget to wear your Pins every week for an extra raffle ticket, courtesy of President Dan. Gary spotted Dan without his Pin and a generous contribution has been made by our President.
4.25: Lisa Hrda from Independent Disability Services
5.2: Douglas Ley, Elder Advisors Law
Douglas outlined 7 of the major threats to Estates.
1. Loosing control/access to your assets- when you least expect it. Who's in control of your 'stuff'? Who benefits?
2. Not knowing the law- you think you know, but laws pertaining to Estates, Taxes and IRAs change and it pays to be updated on how it may affect your Estate
3. Not knowing your predators- you'll be surprised at what could impact your Estate
4. Your health fails- it's never expected. Are you protected in case this happens?
5. Failing to plan when you can- as opposed to when you can't
6. Not working with qualified professionals- how would you know? Do your homework!
7. Don't know the costs- the real costs, of Nursing Home and health care costs that could impact your Estate as you age.
To learn more or request a free consultation, please call him at 608-371-7207.
As of 1 May, the Rotary shop will be available on a new platform. We may experience some downtime during the transition and apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions, please contact us at shop.rotary@rotary.org or at 847-866-4600.
After a series of three earthquakes -- two in Japan and one in Ecuador -- killed hundreds of people, injured thousands, and caused billions of dollars in damage late last week, Rotary members in those regions have created disaster relief funds to help survivors.
In Ecuador, the powerful 7.8-magnitude quake that struck Saturday night has killed more than 400 people, with 2,500 injured. Those figures are expected to rise.
Rotary District 4400 established a service fund to raise money for relief efforts. Contact District Governor Manuel A. Nieto Jijon for information on how to donate.
In Japan,...
Get live updates and vote totals from the Council on Legislation on Rotary.org beginning on 11 April.
Representatives from Rotary clubs worldwide will gather in Chicago 10-15 April to consider changes to the policies that guide Rotary International and its member clubs.
Many of this year’s proposed changes are designed to increase membership by giving clubs greater flexibility in the timing and the nature of their meetings. Other proposals would amend membership requirements.
