New Rotary Year Starts July 1, 2023
The new Rotary Year started on July 1, 2024.Happy Thanksgiving to all.
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Virtual Zoom meetings for the month of June.We are going to try Virtual Zoom meetings for the month of June. Even though we have started opening up in Rockport and Fulton, there is no place open with enough capacity for their regular customers and the club. Many of our members are still "staying home" due to health and age issues. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Thursday Meeting with ZoomTopic: Thursday Meeting with Zoom, June 25, 2020 Time: Jun 25, 2020 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Meeting will open at 11:30 for fellowship and I will ring a bell and start the meeting at 12:00. Join Zoom Meeting Please call or email President Nancy Paulson @ 361-463-8791 or nancy@rockportwebsites.com by 11:00 am on Thursday, if you would like the meeting access information. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> If the Rockport Rotary Club would decide to hold in person meetings, we would be following the Rotary International guidelines. Most importantly, the Board decided that no in-person Rotary meeting or event shall be mandatory. Anyone who feels uncomfortable attending because of the pandemic, will be permitted to skip in-person events. This is a major change for us, and an essential one if we are going to properly care for all Rotarians and continue to put their health and safety first. |
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Camp Aranzazu Volunteer Opportunity this Saturday! Camp Aranzazu’s new cabin is finally complete. We now need to lay the sod and put together some porch furniture, so we are hosting Camp Care Day this Saturday. Registration is at 7:45 a.m. We will work from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (but you are welcome to leave early). We will provide lunch and drinks. We have 104 acres---social distancing is EASY!!!Click for Details Please share with your colleagues, friends, and family! Please let me know if you can join us or if you have any questions. Thank you! Virginia Virginia C. Ballard President Camp Location: 5420 Loop 1781, Rockport, TX 78382 / 361-727-0800 Houston Business Office: 8945 Long Point, Ste. 200, Houston, TX 77055 |
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Possible Service ProjectsDo we as a club, or some of our members, follow the lead of lots of other Rotarians around the world and start doing some service projects in our community? Please read the email from Cathy Hinchman, a former member now living in Sugarland, about what her club is doing in response to COVID-19. Please contact your President, Nancy Paulson or any Board member if you would like to serve your community - one of these ideas or make a suggestion. There may be some funds available for projects this Rotary year. |
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Census 2020 For the first time, you can choose to respond online, by phone, or by mail. Respond today. The census helps shape many different aspects of your community. Everyone is counted. Download A Sample Form. Everyone Is Counted. Your Privacy Matters.The 2020 Census counts every person living in the United States and five U.S. territories. In mid-March, homes across the country began receiving invitations to complete the 2020 Census. Once the invitation arrives, you should respond for your home  in one of three ways: online, by phone, or by mail. When you respond to the census, you'll tell the Census Bureau where you live as of April 1, 2020.Less than 25% of Aransas County residents have responded. Can we help increase that percentage? Who can we encourage to respond? Let's do our part. Mike Murehead and Adelaide Marlatt are challenging the Rotary Club. Read their challenge by click the Read More link. |
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Rotary Meetings Cancelled Until Further NoticeMessage from President Nancy Paulson Out of an abundance of caution and to keep our members healthy and safe, the Rotary Club of Rockport, TX is cancelling our regular Thursday meetings until further notice. We did not make this decision lightly. However, we wish to adhere to the community guidelines put forth by the CDC, Rotary District 5930 and Rotary International. |
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We have been invited to join a Zoom MeetingThe E-Club of Houston and District 5890 (Houston Area) have arranged a special Zoom Rotary Meeting. Rotary International President Mark Maloney will be the Guest Speaker. Join in if you want Watch a Video invite and introduction: https://youtu.be/4SW7fUldisE I am very excited to share with you that Rotary International President Mark Maloney will join District 5890 at our weekly Electronic Meeting Thursday, April 2 at 7pm. Please log on to the link below at 6:45pm to make sure you can log in. Lets show President Mark that we are enthusiastic and engaged by having a huge number of Rotarians online Thursday night! Rotary District 5890 and the E-Club of Houston are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Rotary District 5890 E-Meeting Time: Apr 2, 2020 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 577 643 701 One tap mobile +13462487799,,577643701# US (Houston) +16699006833,,577643701# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US +1 301 715 8592 US +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 577 643 701 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab2YjamtZX |
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Taste of Rockport-Fulton 2020 For the protection of everyone, it is with heavy hearts that we must announce the postponement of the Taste of Rockport-Fulton due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please keep your tickets, they will still be good for the new date. We will keep you updated with any new information. Thanks for your understanding and support of the Taste of Rockport-Fulton! |
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Club Meeting for March 12Come and be part of the sharing. This Week's Program for March 12
 Next Week's Program - March 19
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
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Taste of Rockport-Fulton 2020 - updated
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We invite you for an evening of
as you compete to buy unique items during auctions held throughout the evening. | Tickets Available at
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The 19th Annual Taste of Rockport-Fulton – Luau by the Bay – will feature some of our most unique restaurants and will allow you to taste and enjoy some of Rockport-Fulton’s favorite foods while enjoying island sound and atmosphere (see below list of Restaurants and Caterers).
Food! Open Bar! Auctions! Raffle!
Come join Rotary Volunteers, Board Members, Friends and Restaurateurs as we work to prepare an evening of fun during which we make the funding of 2020 scholarships happen! Sponsor a Table or an Auction Item. You and your generosity are the key to making this happen. Please select one of the different ways you can help below.
Restaurants 2020
| Sponsors 2020Join Us as A SponsorDownload our 2020 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY information sheet. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Table Sponsors
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2020 MotoRide
Please put one more event on your calendar. Sunday, March 22 at 9:00 am the band of motorcycle riders will be coming through Rockport. They will be stopping at Terri's office (Coldwell Banker Real Estate, 404 Broadway St, Rockport, TX 78382) for coffee and donuts. Please come, visit, cheer the riders on, and make a donation.The 2020 MotoRide is Ready to Roll...
You have been a super star in our eyes and have helped us in the past with either your encouragement or your generous pledge, donation and participation during our MotoRides and we really appreciate everything you have done to for Rotary District 5930. If you haven't helped before and are inspired to help meet our goal of $10,000 during our the ride, this is a great time to help!
Be a Super Star today!
By supporting the 2020 MotoRide, your donation can be matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and each dollar donated turns into 3!
You can also follow us on the ride by liking our Facebook page and support us along the 800 mile South Texas route throughout the Rotary District 5930.
View the route by clicking Read More
Club Meeting for March 5
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program - March 5
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Taste of Rockport Updates
- Classification talks and getting to know our members
- Starting at 12:30 pm - Scholarship Foundation Meeting, Adelaide Marlatt, President
Next Week's Program for March 12
- EVENING SOCIAL/MIXER
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursday at 5:00 pm at Benchwarmers/HuDat
- 104 North Fulton Beach Road, Fulton, Texas 78358
- The club, Gary Goldate and Steve Clarkson will be buying the first round of appetizers. Drinks and other food items are the responsibility of each person.
- See you there!
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Students of the Month - January & February
We had two Students of the Month present at our last meeting. Congratulations to each.
Alexis Espino January Student of the Month  | Kyler Skinner February Student of the Month  |
Taste of Rockport-Fulton 2020
Hosted by The Rotary Club of Rockport, Charles A Evans Scholarship Foundation
Date: March 26th, 2020
Location: La Palma Event Center, 2955 Hwy 35 N, Rockport, TX 78382
Theme: “Luau by the Bay” (casual, tropical clothing)
Today the “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton tradition continues. This is your opportunity to attend this historic event!
We invite you for an evening of
as you compete to buy unique items during auctions held throughout the evening. | Tickets Available at
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The 19th Annual Taste of Rockport-Fulton – Luau by the Bay – will feature some of our most unique restaurants and will allow you to taste and enjoy some of Rockport-Fulton’s favorite foods while enjoying island sound and atmosphere (see below list of Restaurants and Caterers).
Food! Open Bar! Auctions! Raffle!
Come join Rotary Volunteers, Board Members, Friends and Restaurateurs as we work to prepare an evening of fun during which we make the funding of 2020 scholarships happen! Sponsor a Table or an Auction Item. You and your generosity are the key to making this happen. Please select one of the different ways you can help below.
Restaurants 2020
| Sponsors 2020Join Us as A SponsorDownload our 2020 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY information sheet. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Table Sponsors
Donations and Services
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A Special Event in May
District Conference 2020 - Are you ready for some Fun?
The Conference opens with a fun evening at the Texas State Aquarium. This fun, low cost, family- and kid-friendly event will showcase how the world is connected. We will be in the new Caribbean exhibit and new Shark tank areas.
Events are open to Rotarians, family and Friends of Rotary.
Click Here to Register for the District Conference 2020
Read these stories for more information | Schedule Friday, May 1 - > All Club Lunch - 11:00 am, Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi > Dinner & Family Fun at the Texas State Aquarium, 6 pm Saturday, May 2 - > Business Meeting 9 am, Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi > 4 Way Test Speech Contest, 9:30, Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi > Luncheon, 11:30, Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi > Governor’s Banquet, 6 pm Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi Sunday, May 3 - > Celebration of Life, 9 am, Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi |
What We Need from Clubs and Rotarians
Follow the links for information submission and/or contact person.
For Friday All Club Lunch, May 1:
- Area clubs should not schedule a club meeting the week of the District Conference – Encourage all members to attend the All Club Lunch
For throughout the conference:
- Door Prize valued at $50
For Service Project:
For Conference bags:
- Advertise your business or club fundraiser with a flyer or "goodie"
For Celebration of Life:
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Don't miss out on this year's District Conference.
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Hotel - Got to get one of these rooms!
Hotel Reservations - Custom link for Rotarians and Conference attendees - updated Our special rate is only valid until March 30 - limited number of rooms |    |
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Club Meeting for February 27
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for February 27
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Adelaide Marlatt and Student of the Month
- Classification talks and getting to know our members
Next Week's Program - March 5
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Taste of Rockport Updates
- Classification talks and getting to know our members
- Starting at 12:30 pm - Scholarship Foundation Meeting, Adelaide Marlatt, President
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for February 20
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for February 20
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Paul Choules from the Texas Desalination Association
Next Week's Program - February 27
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Adelaide Marlatt and Student of the Month
- Classification talks and getting to know our members
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Officers elected for 2020-2021 Rotary Year
At the Club Meeting on January 30, 2020 the following Officers and Directors were elected for the 2020-2021 Rotary Year. Thank you for your service.
| President | Jeff Coleman | |
| Immediate Past President | Nancy Paulson | |
| Secretary | Cynthia Middleton | |
| Treasurer | Gary Goldate | |
| Director/Youth Services | Adelaide Marlatt | |
| Director/Public Relations | Hannah Miller |
We still need members to fill the positions of Vice President and President Elect. Please consider serving your Club in these positions. President Jeff will also be looking for members to chair various activities - Taste of Rockport-Fulton 2021, Rockport Film Festival 2020, various service projects, and programs for meetings. Please contact Jeff Coleman if you are willing to chair or serve on these committees.
RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
“ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS” is a program designed to shape leadership skills in High School Sophomore and Junior Students who already possess and demonstrate outstanding leadership characteristics in their high school and community. RYLA Camp is a youth retreat with the main objective being to expose students to the many phases of leadership by learning from individuals who are already leaders in their community and businesses. Students attending the RYLA camp should leave the seminar with a better understanding of how to assume a positive leadership role in their school and community.
The Rockport Rotary Club sent four students to RYLA this year - some for their first time and some returning as Trailblazers. Our Youth Services Director Adelaide Marlatt coordinated with HS counselors for the selection of the students. Read More about the RYLA program.Photo to the Right >>>>>>>> RYLA attendees from left LauraLee Dafft, Jade Schuler, Emily Sundbert Trevor Guillen and Jarrett Kernen. Jade was a Trailblazer, second year, funded by a grant of CC Rotary.
Photo Below .............. The kids are, from left Jarrett Kernen, Trevor Guillen, Emily Sundberg, Jade Schuler and LauraLee Dafft
District Conference 2020
District Conference May 1-3, 2020 in Corpus Christi. Friday, May 1 -
- All Club Lunch
- Dinner & Family Fun at the Texas State Aquarium
Saturday, May 2 -
- Business Meeting
- 4 Way Test Speech Contest
- Luncheon
- Governor's Banquet
Sunday, May 3 -
- Celebration of Life
Registration opens February 18, 2020 with Early Bird Specials
Omni Corpus Christi & Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi, Texas
Looking for the following assistance. Contact Ellison Crider ellisoncrider@rotary5930.com if you can help.
- Sponsors
- Youth Activities
- Storytelling coordinators and helpers
- Ads for Program book - contact Nancy Paulson nancy@rockportwebsites.com
- Decoration helpers
- Sargent-At-Arms helpers
Club Meeting for February 13
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for February 13
- Evening Mixer/Social CANCELLED
Next Week's Program - February 20
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Paul Choules from the Texas Desalination Association
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for February 6
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for February 6th
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Carol Rehtmeyer from Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
Next Week's Program - February 13th
- LOCATION & TIME: TBA
- Mixer
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for January 30
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for January 30
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Amanda Torres from City of Rockport
Next Week's Program - February 6
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Carol Rehtmeyer from Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for January 16
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for January 16
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Steve Banta from the USS Lexington
- Taste of Rockport-Fulton - see email to members for details
Next Week's Program - January 23
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Adelaide Marlatt and Student of the Month
- Taste of Rockport-Fulton - see email to members for details
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for January 9
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for January 9
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- Club will pay for the first round of appetizers, iced tea and water. Members do not need to bring anything to share, except family, friends, and co-workers. Other drinks and food are member/guest responsibility.
Next Week's Program - January 16
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Steve Banta from the USS Lexington
- Taste of Rockport-Fulton - see email to members for details
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Help Us Celebrate The Rotary Foundation
andThe Giving and Good Works Done by Our Clubs
during the 2018-2019 Rotary Year
Date: Feb. 08, 2020
Location: Harlingen Convention Center
701 Harlingen Heights Dr
Harlingen, TX 78550
Event 1: Grants Certification for 2020-2021 - 9AM to 12PM - No Charge, but please Register for materials
Event 2: Peace Pole Presentation - 2PM to 3PM - Valley International Airport
Cost - $50 per person (Reserved Table Sponsorship for 8 - $500)
6PM to 7PM (Reception & Cash Bar)
7PM to 9PM Dinner
Business Attire
Hotel Accommodations: Residence Inn & Suites, 109 Bass Pro Dr., Harlingen, TX 78552 - 956-230-1662 - $94 per night
Read other associated stories:
- Awards to be presented and Clubs Receiving an Award
- District Grants for 2019-2020
- Registration for the event
Never think you need to apologize for asking someone to give to a worthy objective, any more than as though you were giving him an opportunity to participate in high-grade investment. The duty of giving is as much his as the duty of asking yours. Whether or not he should give to that particular enterprise, and if so, how much, it is for him alone to decide.
-John D. Rockefeller
Club Meetings for Dec. 26 and Jan. 2
Come and be part of the sharing.
We will take two weeks off for the Holiday Season. We will not meet
- December 26 - Hope you had a Merry Christmas
- January 2 - Still celebrating the New Year!
We will restart in the NEW YEAR on January 9. Watch your email and this website for details.
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Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Service Projects in Review
The Rockport Rotary Club provided service to our community in several ways this season of thanksgiving and giving.
Part One - Our Families
We gathered and donated over 400 pounds food donations. Some was used in their Christmas baskets and some will refill their pantry.
Part Two - Children Under Twelve
We donated funds to Operation Santa Claus. We shopped, wrapped and delivered to several families.We collected toys and donated to the Fulton Fire Department for distribution to Aransas County Kids.Special thanks to Terry and Cathryn Hickman, friends of Rotary, for their generous donation of toys and food. I also discovered they were our unknown elves from last year.
Part Three - Our Four-legged Family Members
We were able to gather several bundles of supplies for The June Project with Dr. Dana Mercer
Part Four - Our Troops in Iraq & Afghanistan
We gathered food donations and delivered them for sending to the troops
Several generous cash donations were also made. We will split the funds between all four projects and send it their way after the start of the new year. Please consider adding to that pot of money and continue the season of giving.
If you would like to assist - please contact the President of Rockport Rotary Club, Nancy Paulson at nancy@rockportrotary.com. You can also donate money to us directly by using our Donate Button in the top right area of our website at www.RockportRotary.com
Club Meeting for December 19
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for December 19
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
We will take two weeks off for the Holiday Season. We will not meet
- December 26 - Hope you have/had a Merry Christmas
- January 2 - Still celebrating the New Year!
We will restart in the NEW YEAR on January 9. Watch your email and this website for details.
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Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
4 Service Projects for the Holiday Season
The Rockport Rotary Club will being providing service to our community in several ways this season of thanksgiving and giving.
Part One - Our Families
We will gather food donations and cash donations at our meetings and some of places of business. These will be given to Rockport-Fulton's own Good Samaritans Food Bank. Please consider bringing the following items to any of our meetings - November 14, November 21 or December 5.
CANNED SWEET POTATOES
CANNED FRUIT
CANNED CORN
CANNED GREEN BEANS
BOXED JELLOBOXED STUFFING MIX
GRAVY PACKETS
BOXES OF CANDY CANES
INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED CANDYChair for more information: Terri Whitman
Part Two - Children Under Twelve
We will donate funds to Operation Santa Claus. We will also select names of children who have been identified as children in need. Club Members will then, shop for clothes for the children. We will wrap the new items during our meeting on November 21. We will make a second bag for each child from the toys donated during our Christmas Party Giving Elves Gift Exchange. Sometime during the last two weeks before Christmas, members will deliver the gifts to the children.Chair for more information: Terri Whitman
Part Three - Our Four-legged Family Members
Actually these items will be delivered to dogs and cats who don't have a 'good' forever home and family.We will gather donations and cash donations at our meetings. These will be given to The June Project with Dr. Dana Mercer. (Horizon Veterinary Clinic began a fund to keep the efforts of animal rescue and rehabilitation going to continue to help hurt, sick and homeless animals. The June Project will sponsor a needy pet, treat them and find them a loving home.) Please consider bringing the following items to any of our meetings - November 14, November 21 or December 5.
old sheets
Part Four - Our Troops in Iraq & Afghanistan
We will gather food donations and cash donations at our meetings. These will be given to Rockport's Coastal Bend Troop Support. Please consider bringing the following items to any of our meetings - November 14, November 21 or December 5.
Beef Jerky, tuna in the pouch
Breakfast bars, energy bars
Nuts, Sunflower seeds, corn nutsPeanut butter crackers, cheese crackers
Gum, regular and sugar free
Drink mixes with electrolytes for 16 oz. bottled waterChristmas Stocking boxes:Nov. 6th first round of boxes of stockings in these they will have blank Christmas cards for the troops to have to send back to the states.Along with other things such as a few toiletries, snacks and Christmas decorations.Stocking boxes will go out on Nov. 19,20,21,22,25, and 26. Break for Thanksgiving and back on Friday the 29th and possibly Saturday the 30th.Last boxes to go out by the 10th of Dec. We will work for sure on Dec 4,5,6 and maybe the 9th.Chairs for more information: Jeff Coleman and Phyllis Kline
If you would to assist - please contact the President of Rockport Rotary Club, Nancy Paulson at nancy@rockportrotary.com. You can also donate money to us directly by using our Donate Button in the top right area of our website at www.RockportRotary.com
Club Meeting for December 12
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for December 12 Next Week's Program - December 19
- Evening Social at Gary Goldate's Home - 606 Bent Tree Street, Rockport
- Bent Tree St. is in the Country Club off of Augusta. No street sign yet - Between Lake Wood and Waterwood Streets, second street after turning onto Augusta from Champions. Map It.
ThievingGiving Elves Holiday Party- Instead of bringing a gift to exchange - Bring an unwrapped toy for Families in Need and food for Rockport's own Good Samaritan's Food Bank
- Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes
- Bring friends, family and co-workers.
- Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
- LOCATION & TIME: Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
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Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for December 5
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli, 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Annual Meeting and Transparency Report
- Four Ways of Giving - remember to bring items for this project. Operation Santa Claus, Good Samaritans Food Bank, The June Project, Coastal Bend Troop Support (Families, Children, Pets, Our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan)
Board Meeting to follow has been cancelled.
Next Week's Program for December 12
- Evening Social at Gary Goldate's Home - 606 Bent Tree Street, Rockport
- Bent Tree St. is in the Country Club off of Augusta. No street sign yet - Between Lake Wood and Waterwood Streets, second street after turning onto Augusta from Champions. Map It.
ThievingGiving Elves Holiday Party- Instead of bringing a gift to exchange - Bring an unwrapped toy for Families in Need and food for Rockport's own Good Samaritan's Food Bank
- Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes
- Bring friends, family and co-workers.
- Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
Club Meeting for November 28
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
We will take a week off for November 28. Enjoy some family time, beach time, whatever is relaxing and battery re-charging for you. Happy Thanksgiving.
Next Week's Program for December 5
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli, 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Annual Meeting and Transparency Report
- Four Ways of Giving - remember to bring items for this project. Operation Santa Claus, Good Samaritans Food Bank, The June Project, Coastal Bend Troop Support (Families, Children, Pets, Our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan)
Club Meeting for November 21
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
This Week's Program for November 21
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli, 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Student of the Month Program
- Four Ways of Giving - remember to bring items for this project. Operation Santa Claus, Good Samaritans Food Bank, The June Project, Coastal Bend Troop Support (Families, Children, Pets, Our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan)
We will take a week off for November 28. Enjoy some family time, beach time, whatever is relaxing and battery re-charging for you. Happy Thanksgiving.
Club Meeting for November 14
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for November 14
- Mixer - Social - Fireside Chat
- Special Guest speaker - PDG Betty Frantum
- Please bring folks who may want to know more more about Rotary and the programs/activities we accomplish.
- 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Anita Diebel Studio, 111 N. Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382 MAP IT (map is good but old if it still shows Kimmi's Fine Food)
- Bring snacks, treats to share.
- Four Ways of Giving - remember to bring items for this project. Operation Santa Claus, Good Samaritans Food Bank, The June Project, Coastal Bend Troop Support (Families, Children, Pets, Our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan)
This Week's Program for November 21
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli, 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Student of the Month Program
- Four Ways of Giving - remember to bring items for this project. Operation Santa Claus, Good Samaritans Food Bank, The June Project, Coastal Bend Troop Support (Families, Children, Pets, Our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan)
We will take a week off for November 28. Enjoy some family time, beach time, whatever is relaxing and battery re-charging for you. Happy Thanksgiving.
Giving Elves Holiday Party
Coming / Returning on December 12- Evening Social at Gary Goldate's Home - 606 Bent Tree Street, Rockport
- Bent Tree St. is in the Country Club off of Augusta. No street sign yet - Between Lake Wood and Waterwood Streets, second street after turning onto Augusta from Champions. Map It.
ThievingGiving Elves Holiday Party on December 12- Instead of bringing a gift to exchange - Bring an unwrapped toy for Families in Need and food for Rockport's own Good Samaritan's Food Bank
- Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes
- Bring friends, family and co-workers.
- Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
- We need the following toys for our families:
Gender | Age | Notes |
Girl | 8 | JoJo |
Boy | 10 | Fortnite |
Boy | 4 | Paw Patrol, Mickey |
Boy | 5 | Dinosaurs |
Girl | 6 | Unicorns |
Boy | 3 | Superheros |
Girl | 11 | Likes Blk/Wht Colors |
Boy | 5 | Batman, Iron Man |
Girl | 8 | Likes Bright colors |
Boy | 8 | Spiderman, Batman |
Boy | 9 | Spiderman, Batman |
Boy | 3 | Paw Patrol |
A Member needs our Thoughts
From JD Simpson, member and a Past District Governor:After a long battle with Alzheimer's, my very loving Dad passed away peacefully yesterday afternoon (10/3/2019) at his home in College Station. He was 91 years old.
As you know he was a dedicated Rotarian for many years. I'm going to miss him as will others.
JAMES H. “JIM” SIMPSON, JR.
January 8, 1928 – November 3, 2019
James Hendley “Jim” Simpson, Jr. was born in Hallettsville, Texas on January 8, 1928 to James Hendley Simpson, Sr. and Alma (Carpenter) Simpson. After completing high school he attended Texas A&M University, where he graduated in 1949 with a B. S. degree in Business. Jim was a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band during his college years. After college he served in the US Army and was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. There he met the love of his life, Lois. They were married in Springfield, Missouri in 1954 and returned to Hallettsville that same year. Jim joined the First National Bank of Hallettsville, where he ultimately retired as Chairman of the Board in 1983. Jim and Lois moved to College Station in 1984 to become “fulltime Texas Aggies.” They would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on November 6th.
Jim was active in a number of civic organizations throughout his life. His primary focus was as a member of Rotary International, where he served as President of the Hallettsville Club in 1960-1961 and as Governor of Rotary District 5870 in 1962-1963. He served for more than 60 years in Rotary, and traveled all over the world participating in Rotary projects, including leading a Group Study Exchange group to Australia in 1993 and traveling to Kenya to help deliver school supplies to local children in 2000. He was the epitome of the Rotary motto “Service Above Self.”
Jim is survived by his wife Lois; his children, Scott (and Stephanie George Simpson) of College Station, JD of Rockport, Texas; and Stephanie McDonald of Buena Vista, Colorado; and his grandchildren, Matthew McDonald of Nashville, Tennessee, and Jamie McDonald (and fiancé Troy Johnson) of Kirkland, Washington.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hospice Brazos Valley (hospicebrazosvalley.org), the Texas Aggie Band Association (tabaonline.com) or the Bryan Rotary Club (bryan-rotary.org).
Visitation will occur between 5 pm and 7pm Sunday, November 10, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Home, in Bryan, Texas. Funeral service will begin at 11:30am Monday, November 11, also at Callaway-Jones. Interment will immediately follow at the College Station City Cemetery.
Club Meeting for November 7
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
This Week's Program for November 7
- PDG Debbie High with Rotary Leadership Institute
Next Week's Program for November 14
- Mixer - Social - Fireside Chat
- Special Guest speaker - PDG Betty Frantum
- Please bring folks who may want to know more more about Rotary and the programs/activities we accomplish.
- 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Anita Diebel Studio, 111 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382 MAP IT
- Bring snack, treats to share.
Club Meeting for October 31
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
This Week's Program for October 31
- Blanca S. Fradera with 2020 Census information
Next Week's Program for November 7
- President's Surprise
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Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Meeting of the Club's Foundation Members
Please accept this as notification of a Called meeting of the Rockport Rotary Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation to be held immediately after the Regular weekly meeting on Thursday Oct. 31.
The purpose of the meeting will be to update members attending, about the current business entity status of our Foundation and to vote on actions we can take to reinstate our business entity and bring us into compliance with existing state regulations. All members in good standing of the Rockport Rotary Club are members of the Foundation organization and are welcome to come take part in the meeting whether or not they attend the weekly meeting or not.
Posted on the Rockport Rotary website and included with any emails distributed to members.
Date of Meeting: | Thursday, October 31, 2019 |
When: | Immediately after the Rockport Rotary Club weekly mtg or 1:00 p.m. on Oct. 31, 2019. |
Where: | Meeting Room of Apple Dumpling Rest, where Rotary meets each week. |
Who: | All members in good standing of Rockport Rotary Club are invited to attend to vote on these items presented. |
What: | Discussion of Status of our Foundation Business Entity in the State of Texas and acceptance of a plan of action pertaining to this matter. |
Adelaide Marlatt
President of the Foundation
Club Meeting for October 24
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
This Week's Program - October 24
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
- FUNdamentals of the Foundation - Nancy Paulson
- Signups for Rockport Film Festival will be available - check your schedule so you can signup to assist. This is our main Fundraisers for Club Funds.
Next Week's Program for October 31
- Blanca S. Fradera with 2020 Census information
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Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for October 17
Come and be part of the sharing.
Thursdays at Noon at the Apple Dumpling Deli
This Week's Program for October 17
- Megan Glidden from AgriLife with their programs and the 4 H programs
- Signups for Rockport Film Festival will be available - check your schedule so you can signup to assist. This is our main Fundraisers for Club Funds.
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
- FUNdamentals of the Foundation - Nancy Paulson
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Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
ClubRunner App
The ClubRunner Mobile App is your key to connect to our website on the go! Completely, free to download and use, this app will let you access the key info you need while you're on the go. Password protected just like your website, the ClubRunner Mobile app allows you to to view our member directory, contact our members and executives, read the latest articles posted to our website, learn more about our upcoming events and speakers, view our meeting details and track your attendance statistics, right from your smartphone or tablet! To download the app from the Apple App Store or from Google Play, simply type in 'ClubRunner' in the search bar. Our mobile app is compatible with all versions of the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch sets that have iOS 8.0 or later and with versions of Androids that are 4.0.3 or better.
Read More and watch a video.
RYLA - 2020
RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
January 31-February 2, 2020
at Camp Zephyr.
Rotarians can personally sponsor HS sophomore or junior students they know that qualify for this leadership training weekend.
Cost is $300 per camper inclusive of room and board.
Applications must be submitted and paid November 27, 2019.
See Christine Wisian 361-779-6190 or Jim Villaume 361-688-1987 or visit http://www.rotarycc.com/youth-service/ryla/ for qualifications and application form.
Showcase Week
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
February 16 – 22, 2020
Rotarians are improving lives in communities around the world every day through thousands of service projects.
Do your members know what you do and why you do it?
One Week. One Focus:
Rotary Showcase Week
share your projects and good work that your Rotary club is doing locally and globally.
Just DO IT ! 3 Places
- Write your story and use it as your Meeting Program during this week.
- Send your story (video, PowerPoint, word doc, list) to the district website (nancy@rockportwebsites.com)
- Post your story on RI's Rotary Showcase
Need More information?? Click Here
Rotary Leadership Institute - RLI
Building Effective Leaders
Join us for a set of seminars on how to effectively build leaders in your club. Facilitators will share experiences and knowledge on how to move beyond simply managing to truly leading your club by building effective leaders. These seminars will provide the basics on powerful strategies you can use to boost morale and energize your club.
or
Cost: $50 for each part (Breakfast & lunch included)
Time: 8am (Registration and Continental Breakfast) - 4:00pm
Space is limited - sign up early
Location:
Grace United Methodist Church
14521 Northwest Blvd
Corpus Christi TX 78410
Parts 1, 2, and 3 must be taken taken in order.
Parts 1, 2, and 3 must be taken before Facilitator.
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Russian Peace Exchange to Visit Rockport
Rockport Rotary Club will be hosting a Peace Exchange group from Russia for the day on October 8, 2019. The group is part of a Peace Friendship Exchange under the auspices and guidelines of the Russia-United States lntercountry Committee (ICC). The hosting Rotary districts are South Texas 5930 and District 5020 in Washington State with an assist from the Houston District 5890. (Click the Read more for information on Peace Friendship Exchanges.)
They will be spending the day in Rockport and Fulton. We are planning several activities at this time. Initial thoughts include a meal at a local restaurant, visits to the Texas Maritime Museum and Rockport-Fulton Visitor Center, shopping time on Austin Street, and a dinner hosted by the Rockport Rotary Club at the Rockport Beach Park. A signature event that will highlight the primary purpose is the planting of a Peace Pole at the Aransas Pathways Pavilion area. (Click the Read more for information on Peace Poles.)
The Rotary District represented by the Russian delegation made donations to the cause of humanitarian needs in response to Hurricane Harvey impact in Rockport and Fulton. We anticipate sharing some of our rebuilding efforts.
There will be seven visiting Russians, additional persons (our leaders, translators, and other participants) and local Rotarians. The total group size will vary from 12 to 40 persons.
Club Meeting for October 8
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program - October 8 - Yes, we had to stay with Tuesday for this one.
Russian Peace Exchange - Seven Rotarians from Russia will be spending their day in Rockport. Pick and choose your activity
- Lunch at Paradise Key, everyone pays their own lunch (hosting a visitor is optional. RSVP is required by Monday 10/7. Call Terri Whitman at 361-205-7122 if you are attending.
- Touring the Texas Maritime Museum at 1:30 pm. Then shopping downtown and the Visitor Center
- Planting of the Peace Pole provided to us by the District 4:30 pm at the Aransas Pathways Pavilion (north entrance to Walmart and head of the Hike & Bike Trail)
- Texas BBQ Dinner at the Beachfront Pavilion at Rockport Beach Park.
- 5:00-??
- Meat and serving materials will be provided by the club.
- Nancy will be at the facility 1:45- 3:30 if you want to drop off your food.
- Let them know at the gate you're attending the Rotary event and there will be no charge.
Next Week's Program for October 17 - Yep that is a Thursday
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli
- President's Surprise - more info to come
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
With Sadness in our Hearts
Rockport Rotary Club lost a member last week with the death of Glenn Gomez. Glenn hasn't been a member long, but he fit right into the club and was becoming a valuable member. The photo to the right shows him as a guest speaker at our meeting on September 3rd about the 2019 Hummerbird Festival which he chaired. The second photo Glenn being inducted as member of our club with his sponsor Angela Attal. Glenn will be missed.Memorial Service
Sunday, October 6, 2019, 2:00 PMLa Palma Event Center
2955 TX-35
Rockport, TX 78382
Russia Peace Exchange - Oct. 8
Tuesday, October 8 is a special day for Rockport Rotary, and you have 4, that’s four, activities to choose from. My hope is that everyone can attend at least one and most of attend the last two of the day.Oct. 8 is the day the Russian Peace Exchange will be visiting and touring Rockport. Judging from our past experiences with GSE teams – everyone will want to do something.
- Attend an activity
- Bring a dish to share.
- Consider a donation to help defray the cost or fill in for dinner items – send a check to the club at PO Box 66, Rockport or call Nancy with your credit card at 361-463-8791 or bring cash/check to the meeting on Thursday 10/3.
Activities
- Lunch at Paradise Key, everyone pays their own lunch (hosting a visitor is optional. RSVP is required by Monday 10/7.
- Touring the Texas Maritime Museum at 1:30 pm. Then shopping downtown and the Visitor Center
- Planting of the Peace Pole provided to us by the District 4:30 pm at the Aransas Pathways Pavilion (north entrance to Walmart and head of the Hike & Bike Trail)
- Texas BBQ Dinner at the Beachfront Pavilion at Rockport Beach Park. 5:00-??
Club Meeting for October 3
Come and be part of the sharing.
Location: Apple Dumpling Deli
114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
This Week's Program for October 3 - Yep that is a Thursday
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli
- Rockport Film Festival with Elena Rodriguez and Karol Stewart
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Next Week's Program - October 8 - Yes, we had to stay with Tuesday for this one.
Russian Peace Exchange - Eight Rotarians from Russia will be spending their day in Rockport. Pick and choose your activity
- Lunch at Paradise Key, everyone pays their own lunch (hosting a visitor is optional. RSVP is required by Monday 10/7, 10 am so tables can be arranged. Call Terri Whitman at 361-205-7122 if you are attending.
- Touring the Texas Maritime Museum at 1:30 pm. Then shopping downtown and the Visitor Center
- Planting of the Peace Pole provided to us by the District 4:30 pm at the Aransas Pathways Pavilion (north entrance to Walmart and head of the Hike & Bike Trail)
- Texas BBQ Dinner at the Beachfront Pavilion at Rockport Beach Park. Adelaide is taking names on what you can bring for the potluck. Meat and serving materials will be provided by the club. 5:00-??
Rockport Film Festival 2019
On October 31-November 2, 2019, The Rotary Club of Rockport Texas and Rockport Center for the Arts will host the 13th Annual Rockport Film Festival. The mission of the Rockport Film Festival (RFF) is to bring the best of independent cinema to the Texas Coast while also strengthening the local economy through cultural tourism. We need strong advocates, like you, to support the arts and independent film in Rockport.Please review the attached Sponsorship Levels outlining the benefits of sponsoring RFF. There are many options, including a limited number of exclusive sponsorship opportunities giving your business prominent recognition at RFF.
Thank you for your support.
Club Meeting for September 24
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week is the last meeting at the library, last noon meeting on Tuesdays, and last meeting to brown bag your lunch.
This Week's Program for September 24
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
- FUNdamentals of Area of Focus: Education & Literacy
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for October 3 - Yep that is a Thursday
- Location: Apple Dumpling Deli
- Rockport Film Festival with Elena Rodriguez and Karol Stewart
Details about Apple Dumpling Deli
- 114 N. Magnolia Street, Rockport, TX 78382
- Everyone will order and purchase their own meal as they arrive. Deli staff will deliver it to you.
- Use the secondary dining room, door on the northern end of the building, not the corner door.
- Please park in the rear, sides and across the street. They will have other customers in the regular dining room.
Club Meeting for September 17
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for September 17
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Official Visit of DG Ellison Crider
- Lunch will be provided at no cost to members. Provider: Mac's BBQ
- Board Meeting at 10:30 am at the Library.
Next Week's Program for September 24
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
- FUNdamentals of Area of Focus: Education & Literacy
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Will you join the fight against poverty in Guatemala?
My name is Jim Hunt, a past District Governor and member of the Rotary Club of Ohio Pathways (D-6600), and we connected back in May to discuss Rotary involvement with the Guatemala Literacy Project (GLP).If you recall, over 600 Rotary clubs already partner with the GLP to offer textbook, computer, teacher training, and youth development programs to over 50,000 impoverished students. And we need more hands on deck!
Along with Joe Berninger, a fellow Rotarian and GLP founder, I am organizing Rotary service trips to Guatemala and hope more Rotarians can join us for these dates!
- Feb 1-9, 2020
- Feb 18-23, 2020
- July 12-18, 2020
- July 21-26, 2020
Club Meeting for September 10
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for September 10
Meeting / Social is CANCELLED. Pool is closed for repairs.
Please share with members who do not check email regularly.
Evening Social - 5:00-6:30 ???Location: Pool Area of the Reserve at St Charles Bay Homes, Lamar102 Reserve Ln, Rockport, TX 78382 Map itCourtesy of PDG Debbie HighSwimming is available. Bring snacks, side dishes, and treats. Sloppy Joes (beef and chicken) will be provided.
Next Week's Program for September 17
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Official Visit of DG Ellison Crider
- Lunch will be provided at no cost to members. Provider: Mac's BBQ
- Board Meeting at 10:30 am at the Library.
Future Meetings
September 24
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
- Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for September 3
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for 9/3: Location: Aransas County Library
- Hummberbird Celebration with Chamber staff
- Board Meeting to follow the regular meeting
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Yvonne Perez has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for September 10
- Evening Social - 5:00-6:30 ???
- Location: Pool Area of the Reserve at St Charles Bay Homes, Lamar
- 102 Reserve Ln, Rockport, TX 78382 Map it
- Courtesy of PDG Debbie High
- Swimming is available. Bring snacks, side dishes, and treats. Sloppy Joes (beef and chicken) will be provided.
Future Meetings
September 17:
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Official Visit of DG Ellison Crider
- Lunch will be provided at no cost to members. Provider: TBA
- Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Board Meeting at 10:30 am at the Library.
September 24
- Location: Aransas County Library
- Student of the Month - Adelaide Marlatt
- Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
District 4N1 Training Seminar
This annual event is a way for D5930 Rotarians to network with Rotarians & discuss & share ideas.Discover the Rotary connection between membership, public image, and service & how leveraging that connection can make a difference for your club.
September 21 • TAMU-Kingsville • 8 am-3:30 pm
Hotel Information
La Quinta Inn - (361) 592-3000
2151 S Hwy 77, Kingsville, TX 78363
Newer hotel: Block of 10 rooms; $111 (total with tax) under the name Rotary to be paid and reserved by the individuals; must reserve by Aug. 25 to get group rate
Check in Friday, Sep. 20; check out Saturday, Sep. 21
Club Meeting for August 27
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for August 27
Accelerating Rural Community Economies
Location: Rockport Country Club
Guests - $10 - Please register and Pay Now
Agenda
- 11:30 - Lunch Buffet starts
- 12 noon - Meeting starts promptly
- 12:10-12:40 - Presentation
- 12:40-12:55 - Discussion/Questions/Comments
- 1:00 - Adjourn
Presenters may include:
- Dr. Gregory Pogue, Deputy Executive Director of IC2, The University of Texas at Austin
- Dr. John E. Gamble, Dean, College of Business, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Russell R. Franques, Director, Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Get to know rural and small cities – directly;
- Understand community challenges;
- Determine regional opportunities;
- Explore common models for economic prosperity; and
- Re-think entrepreneurship to fit rural/small city exigencies.
Next Week's Program September 3
Location: Aransas County Library
- Hummberbird Celebration with Chamber staff
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Yvonne Perez has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for August 20
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for 8/20:
- Club Assembly - Location: Aransas County Library
- Important meeting with votes on Club Constitution, Club Bylaws, Meeting/Lunch options, and fundraising options
- Documents for the vote have been emailed to you.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Darren Sigwald has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for August 27
Accelerating Rural Community Economies
Location: Rockport Country Club
Guests - $10 - Please register and Pay Now
Agenda
- 11:30 - Lunch Buffet starts
- 12 noon - Meeting starts promptly
- 12:10-12:40 - Presentation
- 12:40-12:55 - Discussion/Questions/Comments
- 1:00 - Adjourn
Presenters may include:
- Dr. Gregory Pogue, Deputy Executive Director of IC2, The University of Texas at Austin
- Dr. John E. Gamble, Dean, College of Business, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Russell R. Franques, Director, Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Get to know rural and small cities – directly;
- Understand community challenges;
- Determine regional opportunities;
- Explore common models for economic prosperity; and
- Re-think entrepreneurship to fit rural/small city exigencies.
September 3- Location: Aransas County Library
Hummberbird Celebration with Chamber staff
Club Meeting for August 13
Come and be part of the sharing.
This Week's Program for 8/13:
- Evening Social - 5:00-6:30
- Location: Symphonic Financial Advisors, Angie Ruddock's office, 1002 Main St, Rockport Texas
Next Week's Program for 8/20:
- Club Assembly - Location: Aransas County Library
- Important meeting with votes on Club Constitution, Club Bylaws, Scholarship Foundation Bylaws, Meeting/Lunch options, and fundraising options
- Documents for the vote have been emailed to you.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Darren Sigwald has signed up to bring Dessert.
August 27 -Accelerating Rural Community Economies - Location: Rockport Country Club
Guests - $10 - Please register and Pay Now
Agenda
- 11:30 - Lunch Buffet starts
- 12 noon - Meeting starts promptly
- 12:10-12:40 - Presentation
- 12:40-12:55 - Discussion/Questions/Comments
- 1:00 - Adjourn
Presenters may include:
- Dr. Gregory Pogue, Deputy Executive Director of IC2, The University of Texas at Austin
- Dr. John E. Gamble, Dean, College of Business, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Russell R. Franques, Director, Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Get to know rural and small cities – directly;
- Understand community challenges;
- Determine regional opportunities;
- Explore common models for economic prosperity; and
- Re-think entrepreneurship to fit rural/small city exigencies.
September 3- Location: Aransas County Library
Club Meeting for August 6
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This Week's Program for 8/6: Changed
- Some Fun with a serious topic - Rotary and the Fight Against Polio
- Location: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport.
- Followed by a Board meeting , same location
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Myra Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 8/13:
- Evening Social - 5:00-6:30
- Location: Symphonic Financial Advisors, Angie Ruddock's office, 1002 Main St, Rockport Texas
Future Meetings
August 20 - Club Assembly - Location: Aransas County Library
- Important meeting with votes on Club Constitution, Club Bylaws, Scholarship Foundation Bylaws, Meeting/Lunch options, and fundraising options
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Darren Sigwald has signed up to bring Dessert.
August 27 -Accelerating Rural Community Economies - Location: Rockport Country Club Members - $5 Register here you don't need to pay we will invoice
Guests - $10 - Please register and Pay Now
Agenda
- 11:30 - Lunch Buffet starts
- 12 noon - Meeting starts promptly
- 12:10-12:40 - Presentation
- 12:40-12:55 - Discussion/Questions/Comments
- 1:00 - Adjourn
Presenters may include:
- Dr. Gregory Pogue, Deputy Executive Director of IC2, The University of Texas at Austin
- Dr. John E. Gamble, Dean, College of Business, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Russell R. Franques, Director, Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
- Get to know rural and small cities – directly;
- Understand community challenges;
- Determine regional opportunities;
- Explore common models for economic prosperity; and
- Re-think entrepreneurship to fit rural/small city exigencies.
September 3- Location: Aransas County Library
Club Meeting for July 30
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This Week's Program for 7/30:
- Goose Island State Park
- Location: Goose Island State Park, 202 S Palmetto St, Rockport, TX 78382 Map it!
- Identify yourself as a Rotarian when you enter and there will be no charge.
- Induction of a new member - Xilu Ma
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 8/6:
- Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce
- Location: Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, 319 Broadway St , Rockport, TX 78382 Map it!
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Myra Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Camp Aranzazu “Camp Care Days”
Dear Friend of Camp Aranzazu,In two weeks, our summer session will be over, and we will have served more than 900 children and young adults with special needs and chronic illnesses. Not surprisingly, it will then be time to tidy up! And with 104 acres and 32 different buildings and structures, we could use some help.
“Camp Care Days” will take place on Saturday, August 24th and Saturday, September 21stfrom 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers will help with light-duty maintenance and landscaping projects. We will supply lunch.
I would be very grateful if you would share this email your co-workers, friends and family. I also have attached flyer that you can post. Please let me know if you prefer that we communicate with someone else in your office.
If you would like to volunteer or have questions, please email Bianca Hernandez at bhernandez@camparanzazu.org. Thank you for your support of Camp Aranzazu and the children and adults with special needs and chronic illnesses whom we serve.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Virginia
Virginia C. Ballard
President
Camp Location:
5420 Loop 1781, Rockport, TX 78382 / 361-727-0800
Club Meeting for July 23
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This Week's Program for 7/23:
- Rockport Parks and Recreation
- Location: Rockport Parks and Recreation Office, 402 E. Laurel, Rockport, TX 78382 Map it!
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 7/30:
- Goose Island State Park
- Location: Goose Island State Park, 202 S Palmetto St, Rockport, TX 78382 Map it!
- Identify yourself as a Rotarian when you enter and there will be no charge.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for July 16
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This Week's Program for 7/16:
- The Bead Studio
- Location: The Bead Studio, 812 Henderson St, Rockport, TX 78382 Map it!
- Behind Live Oak Plaza (where Subway, Spears & Co are)
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Calvin Scholz has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 7/23:
- Rockport Parks and Recreation
- Location: Rockport Parks and Recreation Office, 402 E. Laurel, Rockport, TX 78382 Map it!
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for July 9
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This week's Program 7/9:
- Evening Mixer - Social Note the time change 6-8 pm
- Location: Gulf Point Village, 900 Enterprise, Rockport, TX 78382
No need to bring anything but yourself and a friend - Gulf Point Village will be supplying everything. A full dinner will be provided by Gulf Point Village.
Next Week's Program for 7/16:
- The Bead Studio
- Location: The Bead Studio, 812 Henderson St, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Calvin Scholz has signed up to bring Dessert.
Meetings for July and August
The Aransas County Library has Summertime Programs for Students during June, July and the first two weeks of August. We are unable to meeting at our normal location - the Library Meeting Room. So ....
Here is the schedule for July and August
This is also posted under the speaker section on the website and in your weekly bulletin. The speakers will be the business owner or official in charge. Members and Guests are welcome at all locations. Bring your brown bag lunch.
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| Tuesday, July 2 | Noon Club Meeting | History Center, 801 E Cedar St, Rockport, TX 78382 |
| Tuesday, July 9 | Mixer 6 pm - 8 pm | Location - Gulf Point Village, 900 Enterprise, Rockport, TX 78382 Full dinner will be provided. |
| Tuesday, July 16 | Noon Club Meeting | The Bead Studio, 812 Henderson St, Rockport, TX 78382 |
| Tuesday, July 23 | Noon Club Meeting | Rockport Parks & Recreation office, 402 E Laurel St, Rockport TX 78382 |
| Tuesday, July 30 | Noon Club Meeting | Goose Island State Park, 202 S Palmetto St, Rockport, TX 78382 |
| Tuesday, August 6 | Noon Club Meeting | Chamber of Commerce, 319 Broadway St, Rockport, TX 78382 |
| Tuesday, August 13 | Mixer 5 pm - 6:30 pm | Symphonic Financial Advisors, Angie Ruddock's office, 1002 Main St, Rockport Texas |
| Tuesday, August 20 | Noon Club Meeting | Club Assembly at the Library - several important votes to be taken by club membership, more info to come |
| Tuesday, August 27 | Noon Club Meeting | TBA - Watch for special event in the works |
Club Meeting for July 2
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Next Week's Program for 7/2:
- The History Center
- Location: History Center, 801 E Cedar St, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 7/9:
- Evening Mixer - Social Note the time change 6-8 pm
- Location: Gulf Point Village, 900 Enterprise, Rockport, TX 78382
No need to bring anything but yourself and a friend - Gulf Point Village will be supplying everything. A full dinner will be provided by Gulf Point Village.
Club Meeting for June 25
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This week's Program 6/25:
- Program - Glenn Gomez with Rockport Summerfest
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. ???? has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 7/2:
- The History Center
- Location: History Center, 801 E Cedar St, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
Returning Tradition - Rotarian of the Year
By making our good works known to the public, we acknowledge and demonstrate that Rotarians are People in Action. It defines who and what Rotary is in our community while inviting and inspiring others to join our efforts. Further, awards recognition is a collective celebration, a " Rotary thank you," to all those that made these good works possible.Considering your President's background in teaching and evaluation, here are the criteria that will be tracked and used to make the selection of the Rotarian of the Year for 2019-2020. Tracking starts on July 1, 2019 and finishes 2 weeks prior to the installation date for RY 2020-2021, when the award will be presented.
Criteria for selection
- Must be current with dues and in good standing with the club
- Attendance at our meetings, socials/mixers included, (this is not 100% attendance), Service events, District events, fundraiser worker
- Foundation giving (not how much but did or didn’t give something)
- Wearing of Rotary Pin, Rotary shirt, or something with the logo; badges don't count
- New members/guest points - get a point for each guest you bring and one for each new member you sponsor (same rules as the Win a Paul Harris Recognition)
- Bonus points: Attend another organization’s meetings Promoting Rotary (picture documentation)
In the event of a tie, 1st consideration #2 above, then 2nd consideration #5 above
* Current President is excluded from consideration, expectation of office.
Win a Paul Harris Recognition
One of the goals for Membership in Rotary Year 2019-2020 is to increase our membership. This is one program that is being instituted to get all members thinking about who would be a good addition to our membership. As you think on the folks you know who could join us as a member please keep in mind the following changes that have been made. (use the Read More link to see the changes.)Back to How to Win a Paul Harris Recognition
One Paul Harris Recognition will be awarded using club points. Winner will be drawn at the installation of new club officers 2020-2021, expected June 2020.
One ticket will be awarded for each first-time guest to our meetings. (Guest must be eligible for Rotary membership and not an existing Rotary member, or immediate family member of a club member). Regular meetings, Mixers and Socials and any special meeting we may have all count for bring a guest. Bring two guests - get two chances.
Who does not count:
- Guest speakers
- Student of the month or any family members
- Children (under 18)
- Rotarians
For each guest who Joins Our Club as member and are still a member at the time of the drawing, an additional ticket will be awarded to the sponsor. Tickets will be issued prior to drawing at the installation of officers meeting.
Program starts with the July 2 meeting.
Goals for Rotary Year 2019-2020
President-Elect training includes the concept and action plan of setting goals and then defining ways to achieve them. Rotary International encourages (actually requires) us to post goals/benchmarks for the club on an annual basis.
The following goals and action items are ones that I, your President, have set forth to start the year. I am sharing them with you in hopes of opening a dialog concerning how you feel about them and the direction of the club. Let's talk.
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Club Meeting for June 18
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This Week's Program for 6/18:
- Dr. Dana Mercer and the June Project
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Hannah Miller has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 6/25:
- Program - President Steve's Surprise
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. ????? has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for June 11
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week's Program 6/11:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-7:oo pm
- Location: Nancy Paulson's Home - 3207 Henderson St, Rockport Map it
- Installation of Officers for 2019-2020
- Dinner and Rotary fellowship will be provided. Just bring yourself.
Officers to be installed:
- President - Nancy Paulson
- Vice President - Angela Attal
- Secretary - Cynthia Middleton
- Treasurer - Gary Goldate
- Immediate Past President - Steve Clarkson
- President Elect - Jeff Coleman
- Director - Adelaide Marlatt
- Director - Hannah Miller
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Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Next Week's Program for 6/18:
- Dr. Dana Mercer and the June Project
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Hannah Miller has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for June 4
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
This Week's Program for 6/4:
- Castaways
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Evelyn Guidry has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 6/11:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-7:oo pm
- Location: Nancy Paulson's Home - 3207 Henderson St, Rockport Map it
- Installation of Officers for 2019-2020
- Dinner and Rotary fellowship will be provided. Just bring yourself.
Officers to be installed:
- President - Nancy Paulson
- Vice President - Angela Attal
- Secretary - Cynthia Middleton
- Treasurer - Gary Goldate
- Immediate Past President - Steve Clarkson
- President Elect - Jeff Coleman
- Director - Adelaide Marlatt
- Director - Hannah Miller
Club Meeting for May 28
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 5/28:
- John Strothman - Long Range Planning and Projects
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. JD Debler has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 6/4:
- Castaways
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Evelyn Guidry has signed up to bring Dessert.
Meeting Locations for June-July-August
- The Aransas County Library has Summertime Programs for Students during June, July and the first two weeks of August. We are unable to meeting at our normal location - the Library Meeting Room.
- President Steve has arranged for us to meet at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382 for June 4, 18, and 25.
- President-Elect Nancy is still working on meeting places for July and the first 2 weeks of August. Stay tuned and watch the website and email bulletins.
Club Meeting for May 21
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 5/21:
- Student of The Month Program - Students will be presented for both April and May.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 5/28:
- To Be announced
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. JD Debler has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for May 14
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 5/14:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Gary Goldate's Home - 606 Bent Tree Street, Rockport
- Bent Tree St. is in the Country Club off of Augusta. No street sign yet - Between Lake Wood and Waterwood Streets, second street after turning onto Augusta from Champions. Map It.
- Brings snacks, desserts, whatever to share
Next Week's Program for 5/21:
- Student of The Month Program - Students will be presented for both April and May.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for May 7
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 5/7:
- Speaker - Diane Probst - a program from the Chamber of Commerce
- Induction of New Member - Glenn Gomez sponsored by Angela Attal
- Everyone might want to check the Birthdays and Anniversaries List for 5/7's special - He's done it again!
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 5/14:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Gary Goldate's Home - 606 Bent Tree Street, Rockport
Bent Tree St. is in the Country Club off of Augusta. No street sign yet - Between Lake Wood and Waterwood Streets, second street after turning onto Augusta from Champions. Map It.
- Brings snacks, desserts, whatever to share
Club Meeting for April 30
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 4/30:
- Surprise from your President
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angie Ruddock has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 5/7:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: To Be Announced
Board Meeting - May 1, 5:30 pm, Steve's house
District Assembly for RY 2019-2020
Printable Flyer
Register Now - Club will pay for members to attend
Training designed for Leadership, new members, seasoned members, ALL MEMBERS and interested Community members and partners.
“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton
We thanks all who joined us at the 18th Annual “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton.
We also thank all the restaurants and caterers who provided the food.
Club Meeting for April 16
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 4/16:
- Surprise from your President
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angie Ruddock has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 4/23:
- Jessica Paterson, Texas Historical Commission/Fulton Mansion
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Darren Sigwald has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for April 9
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 4/9: Evening Social
- 5:00-6:30 pm Hopefully folks will stay until work is done
- Location: Nancy's House, 3207 Henderson St
- Bring snack, treats to share. Drinks provided.
Next Week's Program for 4/16:
- Program to be determined
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angie Ruddock has signed up to bring Dessert.
4 days to the Taste of Rockport-Fulton !!!
Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport-Fulton
What we need now
- Tickets sales for Taste
- Please bring any auction items to the social evening.
- Please bring any unsold tickets to the social evening.
Club Meeting for April 2
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
- Dana Kisel with Leadership Class telling all about "For the Love of the Outdoors" event
- Sign-up sheets for working the Taste of Rockport-Fulton
Board Meeting following the meeting at 2:00 pm
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Melvin Dreiss has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 4/9: Evening Social
- 5:00-6:30 pm Hopefully folks will stay until work is done
- Location: Nancy's House
- Bring snack, treats to share. Drinks provided.
11 days to the Taste of Rockport-Fulton !!!
Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport-Fulton
What we need now
- Tickets sales for Taste - Pick up your tickets to sell at the meeting
- Sponsor Tables - pick up the forms at the meeting
18th Taste of Rockport-Fulton
“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton website - TasteofRockport.com
2019 TASTE of Rockport-Fulton – Schedule of Events
Friday, April 12, 2019 “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton
- Cost - $45 per person
- Event opens at 5:45 pm
- Open bar service starts at 5:45 pm
- Tickets sales for auction, Mystery Box 5:45 pm to 8:30 pm
- Food service from the 12-15 local restaurants and caterers from 6:00 to 7:30 pm
- Live auction from 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm
- Silent auction and Mystery Box announcements from 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm
NEW Location: La Palma Event Center, 2955 Hwy 35, Rockport, TX 78382
Club Meeting for March 26
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
- Our Student with his 4 Way Test Speech
- Student of the Month - Allison Michael
- New Member Induction - Hannah Miller and Rick Braden with PDG Debbie High and AG Terri Whitman
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Steve Clarkson has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 4/2:
- To Be Determined
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Melvin Dreiss has signed up to bring Dessert.
18 days to the Taste of Rockport-Fulton !!!
Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport-Fulton
What we need now
- Tickets sales for Taste - Pick up your tickets to sell at the meeting
- Sponsor Tables - pick up the forms at the meeting
- Auction items
Upcoming Meetings: Check the Calendar of Events for full details.
- March 27 - Taste Planning Meeting
- April 3 - Board Meeting
18th Taste & Fishing Tournament
Today the “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton tradition continues along with the added “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament, but not without your support. This is your opportunity to attend this historic event.We are proud to invite you to join us at the 18th Annual “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton and Inaugural “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament. Few tournaments can boast of exceptional fishing waters combined with first-class food, hospitality and comradery that the Rockport and Fulton community and the Rockport Rotary Club is offering.
Our anglers are Rotarians from Brownsville to Laredo, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and in between. We will also be promoting this event to the Rotary International’s Fishing Fellowship. Hook Into Service Fishing participants must be Rotarians, Rotaractors, or sponsors. Taste Rockport-Fulton is open to all.
“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton website - TasteofRockport.com Purchase Tickets NOW
“Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament website - HookIntoService.com Register NOW
2019 TASTE / Fishing Tournament – Schedule of Events
Friday, April 12, 2019“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton
Fishing Tournament Check-in at the Taste of Rockport - 4:30 pm - 6:16 pm Location: Aransas County Airport Community Hangar, 421 John D Wendell Rd, Rockport, TX 78382 | Saturday, April 13“Hook into Service” Fishing Tournament
Location: Aransas County Airport Community Hangar, 421 John D Wendell Rd, Rockport, TX 78382  |
Club Meeting for March 19
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
- Ideas from PETS - Please remember to bring back the 3 things you like about the club and 3 three things you would like to improve.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next Week's Program for 3/26:
- Our Student with his 4 Way Test Speech
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Steve Clarkson has signed up to bring Dessert.
26 days to the Taste of Rockport-Fulton !!!
Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport and Hook Into Service Fishing Tournament
What we need now
- Tickets sales for Taste - Pick up your tickets sell at the meeting
- Sponsor Tables - pick up the forms at the meeting
- Auction items
Club Meeting for March 12 - really the 13th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
- Evening Social Meeting - 5-6:30 pm
- Location: Rockport Country Club - 101 Champions Dr, Rockport, TX 78382
- Gary and Steve pay for the first round of appetizers. Members do not need to bring anything to share, except family, friends, and co-workers. Cash Bar.
32 days to the Taste of Rockport-Fulton !!!
Next Week's Program for 3/19:
- Ideas from PETS - Please remember to bring back the # things you like about the club and 3 three things you would like to improve.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport and Hook Into Service Fishing Tournament
What we need now
- Tickets sales for Taste
- Auction items
- Anglers for Tournament
Club Meeting for March 5
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
- Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport and Hook Into Service Fishing Tournament
- 39 days to the event !!!
What we need now
- Tickets sales
- Auction items
- Anglers for Tournament
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Terri Whitman has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 3/13: Note the change of Day to Wednesday
- Evening Social Meeting - 5-6:30 pm
- Location: Rockport Country Club - 101 Champions Dr, Rockport, TX 78382
- Gary and Steve pay for the first round of appetizers. Members do not need to bring anything to share, except family, friends, and co-workers. Cash Bar.
New Meeting Day for the Club & Feb 26 Meeting
Come and be part of the sharing.
Due to limited options available to us since Hurricane Harvey and after several discussions with the membership, the Board has taken action and moved our club meetings to Tuesdays at Noon. We will be able to use the Aransas County Library for the majority of our meetings. Please change your calendars and see on Tuesdays.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 2/19:
- Candice Derrick with Access Counseling
- New member Induction - Evelyn Guidry
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Yvonne Perez has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Recap of activities for Taste of Rockport and Hook Into Service Fishing Tournament
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Terri Whitman has signed up to bring Dessert.
Additional note: Due to several other community events - The Taste and Fishing Tournament meeting for this week - Wednesday 2/27 - has been cancelled.
New Meeting Day for the Club & Feb 19 Meeting
Come and be part of the sharing.
Due to limited options available to us since Hurricane Harvey and after several discussions with the membership, the Board has taken action and moved our club meetings to Tuesdays at Noon. We will be able to use the Aransas County Library for the majority of our meetings. Please change your calendars and see on Tuesdays.
Meeting Day and Time: Tuesdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 2/19:
- Jean Chiuminatta with the Master Gardener Program
- Student of The Month - student - Susan Carrillo
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
- Candace Derrick with Access Counseling
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Yvonne Perez has signed up to bring Dessert.
Fishing Tournament Registration is now Open
We are proud to invite you to join us at the Inaugural “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament and the
18th Annual “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton. Few tournaments can boast of exceptional fishing waters combined with first-class food, hospitality and comradery that the Rockport and Fulton community and the Rockport Rotary Club is offering.
Today the “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton tradition continues along with the added “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament, but not without your support. This is your opportunity to attend this historic event, but with Coastal Bend Bays fishing as a whole.
Our anglers are Rotarians from Brownsville to Laredo, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and in between. We will also be promoting this event to the Rotary International’s Fishing Fellowship. Hook Into Service Fishing participants must be Rotarians, Rotaractors, or sponsors. Taste Rockport-Fulton is open to all.
“Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament website - HookIntoService.com Register NOW
“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton website - TasteofRockport.com Register NOW
2019 HIST / TASTE – Schedule of Events
Friday, April 12, 2019“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament check-in
Aransas County Airport Community Hangar, 421 John D Wendell Rd, Rockport, TX 78382 | Saturday, April 13, 2019“Hook into Service” Fishing Tournament
Aransas County Airport Community Hangar, 421 John D Wendell Rd, Rockport, TX 78382 |
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18th Annual Taste of Rockport-Fulton Registration is open
Today the “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton tradition continues along with the added “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament, but not without your support. This is your opportunity to attend this historic event.We are proud to invite you to join us at the 18th Annual “Taste” of Rockport-Fulton and Inaugural “Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament. Few tournaments can boast of exceptional fishing waters combined with first-class food, hospitality and comradery that the Rockport and Fulton community and the Rockport Rotary Club is offering.
Our anglers are Rotarians from Brownsville to Laredo, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and in between. We will also be promoting this event to the Rotary International’s Fishing Fellowship. Hook Into Service Fishing participants must be Rotarians, Rotaractors, or sponsors. Taste Rockport-Fulton is open to all.
“Taste” of Rockport-Fulton website - TasteofRockport.com Register NOW
“Hook Into Service” Fishing Tournament website - HookIntoService.com Register NOW
2019 TASTE / Fishing Tournament – Schedule of Events
Saturday, April 13, 2019“Hook into Service” Fishing Tournament
Location: Aransas County Airport Community Hangar, 421 John D Wendell Rd, Rockport, TX 78382 |
Club Meeting for February 7
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week's Program 2/7:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Nancy Paulson has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Guest Speaker - Fulton Mayor Jimmy Kendrick - Fulton Oysterfest
Next week's Program 2/14:
- Our Evening Social has been canceled. Spend the evening with your loved ones.
Scholarship Board Officers
The board for the Rockport Rotary Club Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation recently met and elected their officers. Congratulations all and thank you for serving.
Adelaide Marlatt – President
Gary Goldate – Treasurer
Jeanie Whitliff – Secretary
Steve Clarkson – Club President
Phyllis Kline
Evening Social on February 14
Evening Social - Meeting has been cancelled.
Feb 14, 2019 5:00 PM We will be dark this week.
Spend time with your loved ones.
Voting for our Location on January 31
Our location for the noon meeting is no longer available for the Thursday noon meetings. The Board is developing a list of alternate locations.
Voting will take place by paper ballot (phone call/email if you are not able to attend) on January 31. Please try your best to attend for any discussion that may be held.
Club Meeting for January 31
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week's Program 1/31:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Topic: Discussion and vote on new meeting place, time, day of week.
Next week's Program 2/7:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: TBD - Watch for your bulletin email
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Nancy Paulson has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Guest Speaker - Fulton Mayor Jimmy Kendrick - Fulton Oysterfest
Club Meeting for January 24
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week's Program 1/24:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Steve Clarkson has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Induction of New Members with Debbie High, PDG
- Student of the Month Program with Adelaide Marlatt SOTM: Abigail Spears
- Guest Speaker - D'Ann Williams - Keep Aransas County Beautiful
- Voting for new meeting location
Next week's Program 1/31:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: TBD - Watch for your bulletin email
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Guest Speaker - Jessica Paterson - Texas Historical Commission/Fulton Mansion
Club Meeting for January 17
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week's Program 1/17:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Jerry Channell has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Guest Speaker - Ginger Easton Smith - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Next week's Program 1/24:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. No one has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Induction of New Members with Debbie High, PDG
- Student of the Month Program with Adelaide Marlatt
- Guest Speaker - D'Ann Williams - Keep Aransas County Beautiful
- Voting for new meeting location
Club Meeting for January 10
Come and be part of the sharing.
This week's Program 1/10:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- Club will pay for the first round of appetizers. Members do not need to bring anything to share, except family, friends, and co-workers.
Next week's Program 1/17:
- Noon Meeting - noon - 1:00
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Jerry Channell has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Guest Speaker - Ginger Easton Smith - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Club Meeting for December 20, 2018
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 12/20:
- Student of the Month Program with Adelaide Marlatt
- Our SOTM is Zach Canoot.
- Rockport Mayor Pat Rios will also give us an update of the City of Rockport.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Then we will go dark with no meeting for two weeks - 12/27/2018 and 1/3/2019.
Happy Holidays - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Our first meeting of 2019 will be an evening social. More details to come. Please watch your email and the website.
Club Meeting for December 13, 2019
Come and be part of the sharing.
- Evening Social at Gary Goldate's Home - 606 Bent Tree Street, Rockport
- Bent Tree St. is in the Country Club off of Augusta. No street sign yet - Between Lake Wood and Waterwood Streets, second street after turning onto Augusta from Champions. Map It.
ThievingGiving Elves Holiday Party- Instead of bringing a gift to exchange - Bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and food for Good Samaritan's Food Bank
- Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes
- Bring friends, family and co-workers.
- Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
Next week's Program 12/20:
- Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt
- Mayor Pat Rios with the City of Rockport report
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Phyllis Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Then we will go dark with no meeting for two weeks - 12/27/2018 and 1/3/2019. Happy Holidays - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Our first meeting of 2019 will be an evening social. More details to come. Please watch your email and the website.
Club Meeting for December 6, 2019
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 12/6:
- Cynthia Guthrie with Aim Hospice
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Beverly Trifonidis has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Evening Social at Gary Goldate's Home
ThievingGiving Elves Holiday Party- Instead of bringing a gift to exchange - Bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and food for Good Samaritan's Food Bank
- Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes
- Bring friends, family and co-workers.
- Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
Club Meeting for November 29, 2018
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 11/29:
- Dr. Elizabeth Smith with the International Crane Foundation
- DG Andy Hagan will visit and award some Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions
- News on the Thieving Elves Christmas Party
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
- Cynthia Guthrie with Aim Hospice
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Beverly Trifonidis has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for November 22
This week's Program 11/22:
- No Meeting - Thanksgiving - Enjoy and Give Thanks with Family and Friends.
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around loved ones …to be grateful for all that we have been so abundantly blessed with and also to spare a thought for those not so lucky. It is a season of bountifulness and a reason to share the same ….true Thanksgiving is in actually doing that – Giving !!!
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
- Dr. Elizabeth Smith with the International Crane Foundation
- DG Andy Hagan will visit and award some Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for November 15
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program 11/15:
- Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt
- All About Cruises with Claire Record
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Calvin Scholz has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 11/22:
- No Meeting - Thanksgiving - Enjoy and Give Thanks with Family and Friends.
Then Program for 11/29:
- Dr. Elizabeth Smith with the International Crane Foundation
- DG Andy Hagan will visit and award some Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Cynthia Middleton has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for November 8
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
This week's Program 11/8:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- Club will pay for the first round of appetizers. Members do not need to bring anything to share, except family, friends, and co-workers.
Next week's Program 11/15:
- Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt
- All About Cruises with Claire Record
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Calvin Scholz has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for November 1
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Amelia Haslam from Camp Aranzazu
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Jerry Channell has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 11/8:
- Evening Social Meeting - 5:00-6:30 pm
- Location: Latitude 28 02 Art Gallery and Restaurant, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX
- Club will pay for the first round of appetizers. Members do not need to bring anything to share, except family, friends, and co-workers.
Oh My! What was found!!
Due to several reasons (Harvey Damage, leaking un-repaired roof and general yucky-ness) the club has moved to a new storage facility. While moving the materials in the storage unit, several gems have been uncovered from the material stored there. I will be presenting them for your enjoyment over a period of time.This picture from the Rockport Pilot dated Saturday, January 22, 1994 was too good to pass up. Thanks Ruth for representing us well and continuing to be an active member.
A change from the discoveries - I found old club bulletins. They were named "The Beacon" and had a logo of a lighthouse. I cleaned up the logo and our newsletter/bulletin has a new name and masthead.
This will be the new masthead.
Club Meeting for October 25
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Change of Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church,
555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
We are in the Parish hall - left of the sanctuary.
This week's Program:
- Speaker Elena Rodriguez with an update on the Rockport Film Festival
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church's Parish Hall, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Myra Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
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Next week's Program 11/1:
- Virginia Ballard with Camp Aranzazu
- Location: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Jerry Channell has signed up to bring Dessert.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
Club Meeting for October 18
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt
- An update on the Sheriff's office with Chief Bill Mills
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Adelaide Marlatt has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program 10/25:
- Noon time Meeting - speaker Elena Rodriguez with an update on the Rockport Film Festival
- Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church's Parish Hall, 555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
- It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Myra Kline has signed up to bring Dessert.
Club Meeting for October 11
Come and be part of the sharing.This week's Program:
- Evening Social Meeting - special guest District Governor Andy Hagan
- Location: Texas Maritime Museum Time: 5:00-6:30 pm
- Dinner will be catered. No cost to members and guests.
- Please RSVP through the invite email so we have a food count. Or you can call President Steve at (830) 857-5746.
- Please bring desserts and appetizers.
- Let's have an attendance breaking meeting with DG Andy. Members please bring guests, family and friends.
- Board Meeting with DG Andy will be at noon on Thursday, Oct. 11 at Latitude 28 02 Restaurant.
Club Meeting for October 4
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Robert Mitchell, Bay Blazer, sharing information about SeaFair - October 11-14
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angela Attal has signed up to bring Dessert.
Next week's Program:
- Evening Social Meeting - special guest District Governor Andy Hagan
- Location: Texas Maritime Museum Time: 5:00-6:30 pm
- Dinner will be catered. Please bring desserts and appetizers.
- Let's have an attendance breaking meeting with DG Andy. Members please bring guests, family and friends.
- Board Meeting with DG Andy will be at noon on Thursday, Oct. 11 at Latitude 28 02 Restaurant.
Club Meeting for September 27
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Debbie Thompson from Aransas County Council on Aging/Senior Services Center
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angie Ruddock has signed up to bring Dessert.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
Support an Upcoming Speaker
Rockport Film Festival
The mission of the Rockport Film Festival has always been to bring the best of independent cinema to the Texas Coast. This year, the Festival will take place November 1-4, at the Aransas County Airport. We are excited for our 12th year, and we need strong supporters, like you, to make it happen.
While Rockport is still reeling from the impact of Harvey, the Film Festival aims to strengthen the economy by attracting cultural tourists to town. The Festival consistently has 30-35% of its attendees come from over 70 miles away, and the year after Harvey was no different. In 2018, we aim to increase that number by expanding the festival by one day and three feature films.
Will you consider being a sponsor of the 12th Rockport Film Festival? Your generous contribution will help us turn the airport hangar into a theater that can seat 250+ people, who will experience both the greatness of film and the charm of Rockport. You will be recognized as a sponsor at the theater, in digital advertising and social media, and in the Festival program.
Will you consider being a sponsor of the 12th Rockport Film Festival? Your generous contribution will help us turn the airport hangar into a theater that can seat 250+ people, who will experience both the greatness of film and the charm of Rockport. You will be recognized as a sponsor at the theater, in digital advertising and social media, and in the Festival program.
Please review the sponsorship benefits grid included here and return the response form by October 5. Thank you for your support.
Club Meeting for Sept. 20
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Change of Location: St. Peter's Episcopal Church,
555 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382
Enter far left door to the Parish hall.
This week's Program:
- Student of the Month Program - Sophia Vaughn with Adelaide Marlatt
- Fulton Mayor Jimmy Kendrick to accept a grant.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. No one has signed up to bring Dessert.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
Club Meeting for Sept 6
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Nancy Paulson with Houses into Homes District grant check presentation
- Our Partners, Samaritan's Purse will also have representatives to explain their program.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Steve Clarkson has signed up to bring Dessert.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
Club Meeting for Aug 30
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Glenn Gomez - co-chair of the HummerBird Festival, September 13-16
HummerBird Celebration - The communities of Rockport and Fulton, Texas celebrate the arrival of the tiny winged ones Sept. 13-16, 2018 with a reception, workshops, HummerBird Malls, bus and boat tours, exhibits, banding, and lectures presented by world-renowned experts. 361-729-6445. Go to www.rockporthummingbird.com for more information.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Jerry Channell has signed up to bring Dessert- Someone needs to go shopping and he will pay.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
District Training Opportunities
Information about Membership, Foundation and Public Image for club members (not just leadership).
This training will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Texas A&M Kingsville Student Union Building starting with a General Session starting at 9:00 am. The Breakout sessions will begin at 9:30 am. Check-in opens at 8 am.
We have invited Joanna JJ Nichols, an Ambassadorial Scholar alumni and Rotarian from District 5810 a motivational keynote speaker for our lunch meeting.
Breakout sessions will resume at 1:30pm to 3:30pm for the Membership, Foundation, and Rotary Public Image sessions.
Cost is $35 per person and the club has funds to send 10 members.
If you have been there -- learned that -- even have the t-shirt >>>>> this might be the event for you.
Join us for a set of seminars on how to effectively build leaders in your club. Facilitators will share experiences and knowledge on how to move beyond simply managing to truly leading your club by building effective leaders. These seminars will provide the basics on powerful strategies you can use to boost morale and energize your club.
We are presenting Part 1 on September 15. It includes these topics
- Insights Into Leadership
- My Rotary World
- Ethics-Vocation Service
- Foundation I: Our Foundation
- Engaging Members
- Creating Service Projects
Club Meeting for Aug 23
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Suzie Reuber - author of book titled "Not Gone With the Wind" will be sharing her experience. She will have books to purchase for $20 - cash, check or credit card. Suzie will be signing any books purchased.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. No one has signed up to bring Dessert.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
Club Meeting for Aug 16
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Nancy Paulson - Taste of Rockport-Fulton - Re-Imagined after Harvey
- New Addition to our Fundraising opportunities
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Angie Ruddock has signed up to bring Dessert.
Please remember to sign-up for Dessert, Social Meeting organizer and interesting speakers.
In celebration of Membership Month
RI President Barry Rassin focuses on the need to make changes in our organization, and the importance of public image, in his video message for Membership Month.
"To serve our communities well, we need to represent our communities in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, and background. We need to start reaching out to people who may not know about Rotary."
Watch Rassin's message to learn more about how you can help build Rotary's membership so we can be more effective People of Action.
Meeting changes This Rotary Year
Starting in July 2018, The Rockport Rotary Club continues to meet on Thursdays. BUT . . .- First, Third, Fourth, (Fifth) Thursdays will continue to be held at Noon - 1:00 at the Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport
- The Second Thursday meeting will be moved to 5:00 - 6:30 pm at a rotating location. Sometimes member's home, a restaurant, or a park. Check the website/bulletins for the location. Check the speakers list and/or calendar for location.
Members are asked to signup for hosting a Second Thursday meeting and desserts for the Noon meetings.
We encourage non-members to come to any and all of our meetings to get to know us and our service projects. The Second Thursday meetings will be more informal meetings -
Mix, Meet and Mingle
Open house style
Come and go as your schedule allows
Club Meeting for Aug 2
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Keith Barrett, Harbormaster, with an update on the status of the Aransas County Navigation District
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for July 26
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- William Whitson from the Long Range Planning Committee - sharing about the Community Projects proposed and in the works for the County, City and Town
- Grant Presentation to the Friends of Connie Hagar
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for July 18
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Warriors United Veterans Retreat
- Induction of new member - Beverly Trifonidis
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for September 13
Come and be part of the sharing.
NEW! The Rockport Rotary Club will continue to meet on Thursdays. BUT . . .- First, Third, Fourth, (Fifth) Thursdays will continue to be held at Noon - 1:00 at the Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport
- The Second Thursday meeting (September 13) is moved to 5:00 - 6:30 pm at Glow Restaurant.
- Address: 1815 Broadway St, Rockport, TX 78382
- Angie Ruddock and Symphonic Financial Advisors will provide the first round of appetizers.
- No need to bring anything, but yourself - plus spouse/partner, co-worker, friend, friend of Rotary or someone who want to find out about Rotary.
- We have also invited members from the Port Aransas, Aransas Pass and Ingleside clubs to join us.
We encourage non-members to come to any and all of our meetings to get to know us and our service projects. The Second Thursday meetings will be more informal meetings - Mix, Meet and Mingle - open house style - come and go as your schedule allows.
This week's Program:
- New evening Social Meeting. There will be no Thursday Noon meeting.
Club Meeting for August 9
Come and be part of the sharing.
NEW! NEW! The Rockport Rotary Club will continue to meet on Thursdays. BUT . . .- First, Third, Fourth, (Fifth) Thursdays will continue to be held at Noon - 1:00 at the Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport
- The Second Thursday meeting (August 9th) is moved to
5:00 - 6:30 pm at Texas Maritime Museum. - Address: 1202 Navigation Cir, Rockport, TX 78382
- Sam Spears is bringing BBQ brisket
- Everyone else - bring a dish to share - appetizer, salad, dessert
- This month we have two special visitors - Rotactors from United Kingdom here on volunteer work for Harvey Recovery. We may also have some other district leaders and/or Rotactors.
- We have also invited members from the Port Aransas, Aransas Pass and Ingleside clubs to join us.
We encourage non-members to come to any and all of our meetings to get to know us and our service projects. The Second Thursday meetings will be more informal meetings - Mix, Meet and Mingle - open house style - come and go as your schedule allows.
This week's Program:
- New evening Social Meeting. There will be no Thursday Noon meeting.
Club Meeting for July 12
Come and be part of the sharing.
NEW! NEW! The Rockport Rotary Club will continue to meet on Thursdays. BUT . . .- First, Third, Fourth, (Fifth) Thursdays will continue to be held at Noon - 1:00 at the Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport
- The Second Thursday meeting (July 12) is moved to
5:00 - 6:30 pm at President Steve's home. - Address: 401 Inverrary #25, Rockport
We encourage non-members to come to any and all of our meetings to get to know us and our service projects. The Second Thursday meetings will be more informal meetings - Mix, Meet and Mingle - open house style - come and go as your schedule allows.
This week's Program:
- New evening Social Meeting. There will be no Thursday Noon meeting.
Club Meeting for July 5
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Induction of three new members - Jeff Coleman, Beverly Trifonidis, Gary Goldate
- Explanation of two phone apps to keep in touch with members and events
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday June 28
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Installation of Officers for 2018-2019. Installing Officer, PDG Debbie High.
President* Steve Clarkson | Foundation Jerry Channell |
President Elect* Nancy Paulson | Sergeant at Arms Terri Whitman |
Vice President* Darren Sigwald | Membership Angela Ruddock |
Secretary* Phyllis Kline | Public Relations Angela Attal |
Treasurer* Nancy Paulson | Youth Programs/SOTM Adelaide Marlatt |
Club Administration* Cynthia Middleton | Service Projects |
Immediate Past President* Yvonne Perez | |
Scholarship Committee Phyllis Kline • Adelaide Marlatt Sam Spears • Jeannie Wittliff • Steve Clarkson | |
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday June 21
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Phyllis Kline with a Real Estate market update.
- Next week will be the Installation of Officers for 2018-2019.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday June 14
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Mike Probst from the Rockport Pilot with Odds and Ends from the Newspaper World
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday June 7
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Beverly Trifonidis with the Rockport Cultural Arts District will give us a presentation and update on the RCAD.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Scholarship Students for 2018
Scholarship awardees from the Rockport Rotary Club Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation for 2018.Club Meeting for Thursday May 31
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Steve Clarkson and a Club Assembly - election of officers for next year, speaker signup, social signup, and project list. Come voice your opinion for our schedule of work and service projects.
- Sharing about the Ramp to be built for a Polio Survivor in Rockport. The lead builders will be the Southside Corpus Christi Ramp Champs with an assist from the Rockport Rotary Club. Build takes place on June 2. Find out more info by talking with a Rotarian.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday May 24
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Sara Flathery from the Rockport Little League will share about the impact our Harvey Grant made to the organization. We also have a banner for the field fence to present.
- Sharing about the Ramp to be built for a Polio Survivor in Rockport. The lead builders will be the Southside Corpus Christi Ramp Champs with an assist from the Rockport Rotary Club. Build takes place on June 2. Find out more info by talking with a Rotarian.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday May 17
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Adelaide Marlatt with our Student of the Month - Alyssa Dykes, high school student extraordinaire, will be our last shining star of the 2018 school year. She is a shining star, member of NHS and plays softball. I think we will enjoy meeting her.
- Virtual Reality videos created by Rotary International - "One Small Act" and "I Dream of An Empty Ward"
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Still looking for one more speaker for this Rotary Year on May 31.
Polio Night with the Hooks
Calling all Rotarians, Family, Friends, and supporters! Meet at the field to enjoy fellowship and the game! Let's strike out POLIO! End Polio! Tickets are $10.
For more information contact Alissa or Ellison at aadkins@mmjw-law.com and ellisoncrider@gmail.com.
Learn how you can join the most prestigious humanitarian service organization on the planet by visiting www.rotary5930.org. You can learn more about ending polio at www.endpolio.org.
Learn how you can join the most prestigious humanitarian service organization on the planet by visiting www.rotary5930.org. You can learn more about ending polio at www.endpolio.org.
Club Meeting for Thursday May 10
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Ryan Thornberry with an update on the scout troop we sponsor
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday May 1
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- "Getting Social and maybe some new members and Rotary Awareness" - Nancy Paulson
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
District Assembly for 2018
Saturday, May 5, 2018
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $35.00 (club can pay for up to ten attendees, we need 8 attending for an award status for Steve's year)
includes morning goodies and Lunch
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $35.00 (club can pay for up to ten attendees, we need 8 attending for an award status for Steve's year)
includes morning goodies and Lunch
Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds
1213 Terry Shamsie Boulevard
Robstown, TX 78380
1213 Terry Shamsie Boulevard
Robstown, TX 78380
Session Topics include:
- Re-igniting Our Club’s Membership
- Promoting Rotary’s Public Image
- Leadership Development and Team Building
- Club Administration: Club Treasurer/Club Secretary
- Promote & Support Our Rotary Foundation
- Rotary Grant Certification Training
- Supporting our Rotary Youth Programs
- Assistant Governor Training
Club Meeting for Thursday April 26
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Ellison Crider, DGN and Foundation Chair and Alissa Adkins will be presenting information and the latest data on Rotary's efforts to END POLIO NOW.
- Information on scholarships given from the Foundation
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday April 19
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Student of the Month - Allison Sanders - We will see a familiar face in Allison - she was a featured speaker on the Ellen show about Rockport Fulton High School and a fantastic donation - see the video here- Information on record setting The Taste of Rockport-Fulton 2018
- Diane Probst with the We're Back Campaign - watch a video with George Straight
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Taste of Rockport-Fulton 2018
17th Annual Taste of Rockport/Fulton – Saturday, April 14, 2018
The Rockport Rotary Club will be presenting a “Tantalizing Evening” of the best food Rockport has to offer. Hurricane Harvey destroyed our usual event location and temporarily shut down many of our regular participant restaurants. However, we are determined to continue this important annual event despite Harvey. We proudly announce that this year’s event will be held in our temporary and “NEWEST” location in downtown Rockport, The Rock Bottom Park and Pub, 507 Austin St.Admission this year will be free. Downtown merchants will stay open late and more entertainment is being planned.
In the past all funds raised through this event went toward scholarships for graduates from Rockport-Fulton high school. Since 1980 the Rotary Scholarship Foundation has awarded over $250,000 in scholarships. This year, we will be accepting donations toward this important scholarship fund.
FACTS
WHAT: TASTE OF ROCKPORT FULTON
WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2018
WHERE: ROCK BOTTOM PARK AND PUB
507 Austin Street
HOURS: 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
ADMISSION: FREE
EVENT RAISES MONEY FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES FOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Club Meeting for Thursday April 5th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Tom Schmid from Texas State Aquarium with an update and their current program
- Information on The Taste of Rockport-Fulton happening on April 14
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday March 29th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Kathy Roberts-Douglass with an update on Texas Maritime Museum
- Information on The Taste of Rockport-Fulton happening on April 14
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday March 22nd
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
- Student of the Month for February - Drew Scott and March - Luke Michael
- Vocational Award
- Information about the MotoRide coming to town on Sunday.
- Information on The Taste of Rockport-Fulton happening on April 14
- Harvey Grant Awards
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing courtesy of Yvonne Perez..
Club Meeting for Thursday March 8th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Joey Patek, Superintendent of ACISD with a report on the State of the Schools and District.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing courtesy of Myra Kline.
Our March 15 meeting will be at Latitude 28 02 at 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382. Still a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Corpus Christi Rotary is Coming to Rockport
Spread the word!
We need your help planting 100 trees at Camp Aranzazu!
Camp Aranzazu is a special needs outdoor camp in Rockport, Texas that suffered severe damage from Hurricane Harvey. Special thanks to District 5930 for providing funding for this important project. Project will be on Saturday, March 10, 2018 starting at 9 am. All Rotarians in District 5930 are invited to help.
Lunch will be provided, so please RSVP to lysa@rotarycc.com or 361.882.8672 so we can make sure there is enough food for everyone. Camp Aranzazu will have additional projects available that day as well.
Club Meeting for Thursday March 1st
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Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Diane Probst with an Update of New Businesses and Expansion.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing courtesy of Jerry Channell brought by Nancy Paulson (Jerry will be recovering from ear surgery).
Our March 15 meeting will be at Latitude 28 02 at 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382. Still a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday February 22nd
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Suzy Reuber, an author writing a book about Hurricane Harvey sharing some of the interesting stories she has heard.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Our March 15 meeting will be at Latitude 28 02 at 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382. Still a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Club Meeting for Thursday February 15th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Not really sure at this time due to some last minute changes. Several exciting possibilities though. Come and see what happens.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing courtesy of Phyllis Kline.
Our March 15 meeting will be at Latitude 28 02 at 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382. Still a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting.
Help Fight Polio & Provide Relief from Hurricane Harvey
As you might recall last year a group of Rotarians and Non-Rotarians, rode our motorcycles 850 miles around our district and raised $10,500 for Polio Plus. This year we are doing it again, but we need your help to surpass last years results. This year half of the proceeds will go to help with Hurricane Harvey relief. There are several ways your club and individual members can help. BE A RIDER, sign up to ride the event. Fill out the attached participant form and send it back to me with your registration fee. You are also encouraged to raise funs You can ride the full ride starting in Laredo, or you can jump on the ride as we make our way around the district. Either way we need your form and waiver.
BE A DONOR, fill out a donor form and agree to support our cause, as a club or individuals.
BE A SPONSOR, fill out the sponsor form and send us your forms and logo so we can put you on the t-shirt and shout out on social media.
BE ON THE ROUTE, come out to the route to see us and help us create a photo opp at the different stops.
I hope you will spread the word to your clubs and get behind this FUNdraiser. Thank you.
Best Regards
J M Dickerson
Lt. Governor for Youth Services 2015-2018 District 5930
RotaryPolioMoto.org
The Laredo Rotary Club
Club Meeting for Thursday February 8th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Laura Bonneau from Aransas National Wildlife Refuge will be sharing about the state of the Whooping cranes and the Refuge after Harvey.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Club Meeting for Thursday January 25th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place:Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport.They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt. We will have two Students - Helen Hartman - December SOM and Blake Mieth January SOM.
Grant monies distributed to several recipients.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
The 911 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit
The 911 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit is a tribute to all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, including, of course, the 343 members of the FDNY who made the ultimate sacrifice. The high-tech, 53-foot tractor-trailer, which transforms into a 1,000-square-foot exhibit, is a tool to further educate citizens throughout the country about the events of that tragic day.
COST: FREE
The Rockport Rotary Club, our District 5930 and neighboring District 5870 are co-sponsors of this event.
Attached and below is some information if you want to promote this event. We have some of our hotels open, Portland and Corpus Christi have hotels or it could be a day trip for many of your members.
We are is trying to keep the community lively with events as we deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. We have an opportunity to bring the 911 Memorial Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Exhibit to the festival grounds Presidents Weekend Feb. 16-19, 2018.
Below is a link to the exhibit. The 911 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit will include two NYC Firefighters to narrate the tours. The admission will be free. We hope to also have a local First Responder Static Display of vehicles.
Club Meeting for Thursday January 18th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Today's meeting has been cancelled due to a water main break at the Library. posted 10:00 am 1/18/2018
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: Aransas County Library, 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
This week's Program:
Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt.It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Club Meeting for Thursday January 11th
Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Magnolia St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
Mike Koerner from the Long Term Recovery of Rockport, Fulton and Aransas County
The long-term recovery team consists of experienced staff who have worked in multiple long-term recovery operations in other states. Some examples include: Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. The team is headed by Mike Koerner, a former naval officer, volunteer firefighter, and congressional staff member. He is supported by two professional local government managers from Texas and Georgia. Both local government managers have extensive experience in community redevelopment and disaster management. Additional questions regarding the bios of these team members can be provided by request.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Starting next week we will be meeting at the Aransas County Library. It is located at 701 E Mimosa St, Rockport. They ask that you please park to the side of the building off of Pearl Street.
Club Meeting for Thursday January 4th
We are getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Magnolia St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
- Awarding of several Hurricane Harvey Grants
- Visit from our District Governor Betty Ramirez-Lara
- Award Presentation to PDG Debbie High
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Holiday, Christmas, New Year message from your Webmaster
We could bemoan the fact that we are getting to the end of another year. (Or be glad that 2017 is over - freezes, drought, hurricane, snow, and earthquake!!) We could also get excited that we are only half way through the Rotary Year. I chose the later.
Our Club has the people, ideas and energy to do so much more.
To the dedicated Rotarians who make our Club and Rotary in general the success that it is: "Thank You." Now, reach around with your hand and pat yourself on the back. You deserve it. Have a well deserved rest and enjoy your family and friends over the Christmas Season and let's get back together in the new year with the desire to continue to "Lend a Hand" in our family, our community and world, as a Rotarian.
It is good to be a Rotarian and have friends from all walks of life. It is good to have shared interests in giving back to the community and living by the statement, "service above self." As we draw this year to a close, let us recall our past successes, put them into our pockets as confidence coins and face the new challenges of the year knowing we are rich in confidence as a successful club. In the future, when we meet the challenges and are not sure of our direction, let's reach into our pockets reflect on the confidence coins and know that we are prepared to move forward to be successful again.
As we reflect on the year that has passed and approach a new year, ponder on what we can do as a club to continue to make a difference in our community. As Gandhi said, “you must be the change you want to see in this world.” What changes do you personally plan to make to see changes in our community, local and world-wide? Let us remind ourselves once again why Jesus came into this world and it seems apt to pray now more than ever “let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.” Pray we will have a peaceful, enjoyable and safe holiday season.
Wishing for you, your families and visiting friends, peace, love, happiness, and prosperity this Christmas and always.
Club is dark for the next two weeks.
The Rockport Rotary will be dark on December 21 and 28 for Christmas and New Year's.
See you on January 4th.
Thieving Elves Gift Exchange
Next week, December 14 is our Christmas and Holiday meeting. We will be having a special meal catered by Paradise Key. Here is a reminder of the rules.
Thieving Elves Gift Exchange Rules
Here are the basic rules:
1. Each player brings one wrapped gift to contribute to a common pool
We have a $20 limit this year.
Club Meeting for Thursday December 7th
We are getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Church St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
Another Restaurant from Taste of Rockport-Fulton and more.It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Our Thieving Elves Program will be on December 14th. The Rockport Rotary will be dark on December 21 and 28 for Christmas and New Year's.
Meeting Day - Thanksgiving - November 23rd
Meeting Day - Thanksgiving - November 23rd
There is no Rotary Meeting on this Thursday, November 23, 2017.
Your time and recognition will not be forgotten by anyone who receives a Thanksgiving blessing from you. This year, share your thankfulness by starting a holiday tradition everyone will love. If you are looking for a little something more, I have included a few gems and hopefully you can find the perfect thank you for anyone on your list.
When the big feast comes around, don’t forget what Thanksgiving is all about. Being thankful is an important part of being happy and sharing this joy with others will only elevate your holiday. Oh, and remember to give your compliments to the chef, it is Thanksgiving after all.
- There have been times when I forgot to thank you for being there for me. I take this day to tell you how special you are and how great my life has become because of you. Have a memorable Thanksgiving.
- May your stuffing be tasty. May your turkey plump, may your potatoes and gravy have nary a lump. May your yams be delicious, and your pies take the prize, and may your Thanksgiving dinner stay off your thighs.
- Wishing you a harvest of blessings, good health and good times. Happy Thanksgiving day!
- “Thanksgiving is one of my favorite days of the year because it reminds us to give thanks and to count our blessings. Suddenly, so many things become so little when we realize how blessed and lucky we are.” -Joyce Giraud
- “We may not have it all together, but together we have it all.” -Anonymous
- “God gave you the gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say ‘thank you?” – William A. Ward
- “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” -John F. Kennedy
- “Vegetables are a must on Thanksgiving. I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread and pumpkin pie.” – Jim Davis
- “Last Thanksgiving I shot my own turkey. It was fun. That shotgun going, BLAM! Everybody at the supermarket just staring. Why track them when I know where they are?” -Kenny Rogerson
- “Thanksgiving dinners take eighteen hours to prepare. They are consumed in twelve minutes. Half-times take twelve minutes. This is not coincidence.” -Erma Bombeck
- “Toasted, roasted, baked and done! Hope your Thanksgiving is loads of fun.” -Anonymous
- “Each day I am thankful for nights that turned into mornings, friends that turned into family, dreams that turned into reality and likes that turned into love. Most importantly though, I am thankful for you today and everyday.” -Anonymous
We will also be dark on December 21 and 28 for Christmas and New Year's. Our Thieving Elves Program will be on December 14th.
Club Meeting for Thursday November 16th
Club Meeting for Thursday November 16th
We are getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Church St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
Students of the Month for October and November, Another Restaurant from Taste of Rockport-Fulton and a Report on Grants and Donations.It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
The Rockport Rotary will not meet next week for Thanksgiving. We will also be dark on December 21 and 28 for Christmas and New Year's. Our Thieving Elves Program will be on December 14th.
Rockport Rotary Club has been supporting the Community
Rockport Rotary Club has been busy supporting our community since Hurricane Harvey came to town.
A distribution point for free supplies was setup at the Coldwell Banker offices with supplies from the clubs in Harlingen and Brownsville.- This was added to with a plane load of supplies from a club in Hawaii via a private plane landing at the airport.
- Rotarians from Brownsville, Harlingen, Corpus Christi, San Benito and San Antonio came to be workers at the distribution point and cleaning yards.
- District 5930 has accepted donations from clubs and Rotarians from around the world and our community has received some of those funds.
- Funds to Odyssey Afterschool Enrichment Program to continue their efforts with after school care and enrichment.
- Funds to Rockport Volunteer Fire Chief Steve Sims to replace lost housing. This was in partnership with a friend from Austin who also raised funds.
- Funds to each campus in ACISD for teacher supplies as they returned to their classrooms.
- Facilitated a distribution of specially loaded back packs to special needs children affect by Harvey.
The Rockport Rotary Club continues to provide service to our community and fellow survivors of Hurricane Harvey. Our service is not yet done and we are "Rotary Making a Difference".
Club Meeting for Thursday November 2nd
Club Meeting for Thursday November 2nd
We are getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Church St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
Town of Fulton Mayor, Jimmy Kendrick will join us with an update on Paws and Taws Fulton Convention Center and other questions.Signup sheets for Rockport Film Festival will be available for working the weekend. You can also check the open slots and signup online here.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Club Meeting for Thursday October 26th
Club Meeting for Thursday October 26th
We are getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Church St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
Elena Rodriguez from The Rockport Center for the Arts is our guest this meeting with news and information about the Rockport Film Festival next weekend Nov. 2-4.
She will also have tickets for the Red Carpet Party.
Signup sheets will be available for working the weekend. You can also check the open slots and signup online here.
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Club Meeting for Thursday October 19th
Club Meeting for Thursday October 19th
We are getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays at Noon
Meeting Place: First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Church St side)
301 Hwy 35 North
301 Hwy 35 North
This week's Program:
We are providing support to the recovery of Rockport, Fulton and Aransas County again. This time to the Odyssey After School Enrichment Program. Rockport Rotary and District 5930 Disaster Relief funds will be shared with this program that supports our children and community. The Director of Odyssey Jessica Picarazzi will be at our meeting to accept our donation.
Odyssey After School Enrichment Program - a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, community-based organization, provides a safe and nurturing environment during after-school hours for kinder through sixth grade children of Rockport, Texas. Odyssey’s intent is to provide children with a mentally and physically stimulating environment to enrich their lives after-school so that they may be successful in school and flourish in life.They also have other needs and have setup several ways you can help.
Hey friends! Would you like to help Odyssey? We've set up an Amazon.com wish list with items we know were damaged by the storm. Any purchases support Odyssey and are shipped directly to our program, so you know exactly where your generous donation is going. Items needed are big and small! Check it out!
Amazon wish list for Odyssey Enrichment
Amazon wish list for Odyssey Enrichment
Please consider purchasing one of these super cute flags. They were designed by a creative retired teacher just for Our community. They have a great message and a portion of the proceeds will help Odyssey get started again. Thanks for your support!
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Club Meeting for Thursday October 12th
Club Meeting for Thursday October 12th
We are slowly getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the decision making and sharing.
Meeting Day and Time: | Thursdays at Noon |
Meeting Place: | First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe (enter from the Church St side) 301 Hwy 35 North |
| Weekly Program: | Rockport Rotary and District 5930 Disaster Relief funds have been used to provide Rockport Volunteer Fire Department's Chief Sims with a new RV. Chief Steve Sims and his friend will be joining us and we will present his check. From the Go Fund Me page started by a friend: On August 24th Rockport, Texas took a direct hit from category 4 hurricane Harvey. Rockport is a sleepy coastal community of about 10,000 people and Steve Sims is the Chief of the Volunteer Fire Department. He and his men risked their lives and stayed behind to ride out 140mph winds in a metal building so they could respond as quickly as possible afterward. As you have seen from the national news, this was a deadly storm and the devastation in the Rockport area is akin to what an atomic blast must look like. Unfortunately Chief Sims also lost his home in the storm. He is sleeping in the fire station for now but in the coming weeks he will need a new home. My name is Robert E. Jones and I grew up in that area and now call Austin home. Steve is a good friend (we just spent 9 months rebuilding my scuba boat together) and an exceptional human being. So, while he is still commanding the fire department's response and recovery efforts, I am taking on the task of raising funds to purchase him a RV/camper as a new home. |
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
Club Meeting for Thursday October 5th
Club Meeting for Thursday October 5th
We are slowly getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the decision making.
Meeting Day and Time: | Thursdays at Noon |
Meeting Place: | First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe 301 Hwy 35 North |
| Weekly Program: | CATHY & DALE NORDGAARDEN CHAPLAIN COORDINATORS FOR BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION HERE IN ROCKPORT TO SUPPORT EMOTIONAL ANSWER SPIRITUAL CARE |
It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Dessert sharing.
There will be NO Board Meeting this evening, 10/4.
Club Meeting for Thursday September 28th
Club Meeting for Thursday September 28th
We are slowly getting our membership back to our meetings. Come and be part of the decision making.
Meeting Day and Time: | Thursdays at Noon |
Meeting Place: | First Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, Cafe 301 Hwy 35 North |
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It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. Speakers will start again after we have a more permanent location and our community is a little more settled.
Club Meeting for Thursday September 21
Club Meeting for Thursday September 21st
During our meeting last week the consensus was we wanted the weekly meeting for Rotary to startup and continue with a modified format. To this end:
Meeting Day and Time: | Thursdays at Noon |
Meeting Place: | Coldwell Banker office Conference Room (Terri's Office) 404 Broadway (across from Chamber, beside Women's Club) |
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It will be a brown bag, bring your own lunch meeting. If you know of another meeting place that could be more permanent, please check its availability and share at the meeting. The Rockport Country Club was extensively damaged and anticipates 9-12 months before opening. Speakers will start again after we have a more permanent location and our community is a little more settled.
Support has been tremendous - Here's how to keep it going
Rockport, Fulton and Aransas County are Strong and Re-building. Many of our current successes are due to donations of services, goods and funds from others such as you. Yes, I am talking to all the clubs and districts who have reached out to myself and several other members of our club - Rockport Rotary Club.
As we are gathering ourselves, our families, our homes and businesses together - we realized you want to reach out with more than a phone call. We have a 501(c)3 foundation and are accepting donations. Your funds will go directly to Rockport Rotarians or members of our communities of Rockport and Fulton who have needs. 100% distributed - no administration fees.
Please send donations to:
Rockport Rotary Club FoundationPO Box 66Rockport, TX 78381
Use button in the upper right column of our website to make a donation via credit card.
Rockport Rotary - Moving on After Harvey
From Yvonne Perez, President
Until further notice or a change from the Board, the club will utilize the new flexible attendance authorized by Rotary International.
From RI: Each member provides service or attendance at a Rotary function for at least 4 hours a month.
How Rockport Rotary Club will structure our meetings.
Starting Friday, August 25, to the best of their ability
- each member will provide service to our community for 3 hours each month and
- attend a meeting/social event to be held.
- Board will set the date and time for the meeting/social event.
There will be no meeting/social event for September, 2017. Please consider adding an hour of service.
We'll see you around our community and sometime in October.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 24th
Our speaker today is Amanda Torres. She is the Community Planner for the City of Rockport, Texas. She oversees land use planning and floodplain management for her organization.
In 2016-2017, the City of Rockport worked closely with Texas Sea Grant to develop a floodplain management plan, which is one activity that a community can do under FEMA’s Community Rating System to reduce flood risk as well as reduce flood insurance premiums for policies in the community’s Special Flood Hazard Area. The Community Rating System (CRS) is a voluntary incentive platform, under the National Flood Insurance Program, that recognizes communities for implementing floodplain management practices that exceed the Federal minimum requirements of the NFIP to provide protection from flooding.
Guests and community members are encouraged to come and hear this important message. It affects all of us and our wallets.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Your Club needs a few good ....
A member, Adelaide, has come forward and will be both the Interact Advisor and Student of the Month Chair - BUT someone else must take over the Trash Pickup Project Leader. Who is willing to step up and we will have three positions filled?
There are several positions that still need to be filled for this year. Please think carefully and see if you can fill one of these positions. Contact Yvonne Perez or Terri Whitman if you are interested or need more information.
- President-Elect
- would serve as president 2018-2018 with DG Andy Hagan
- LS PETS training - Feb. 28 - March 4, 2018
- Interact Adviser
- Need to connect with the High School Interact club and adviser at least twice a year
- gather and share information with the Interact members from Club, District and Rotary International
- RYLA Adviser (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)
- Connect with HS counselors to identify students
- Coordinate transportation to and from the vent in February
- 4 Way Test Adviser
- Connect with HS counselors to identify students
- Work with students to provide guidance on what the speeches should represent
- Coordinate with Area Assistant Governor and District chair on the additional contests
- Trash Pickup Project Leader
- setup and lead the two trash pickup annually
- Facebook Poster
- post and share meeting information on Facebook
Vocational Award for August 2017
The Rockport Rotary Club's Vocational Award for August 017 was presented to Jan Hill, Town Secretary for the Town of Fulton, Texas.This vocational award is presented to someone in the community who has exemplified outstanding professional achievement and high ethical standards. Jan Hill definitely qualifies. Jan has been with the Town of Fulton for seven years, after working with several other municipalities in Texas.
The award was presented by Myra Kline with Ricky McLester from the Town of Fulton also in attendance.
Club Meeting this week - Thurs the 17th
Thursday Noon Meeting - 17th
Vocational Award for August - Project chair Cynthia Middleton assisted this month by Myra Kline.
Vocational-Classification-Member Game
Several names will be pulled randomly from a basket. Those members will be asked the following questions:
- Your profession:
- Where you work now and what you do
- What the business sells
- Why you chose your particular business or profession
- Where you grew up
- Educational background
- Family
- Reasons for joining the Rockport Rotary Club
- What do you consider to be the most important question from our 4 Way Test and why.
Each member will have 5-7 minutes to share this information. We will continue this game next month and beyond during our Vocational Award meetings.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meeting this week - Thurs the 10th
Thursday Noon Meeting - 10th
HALO-Flight presented by Danado Saltarelli
- A non-profit helicopter emergency medical service for south Texas.
HALO-Flight is just one link in the chain of survival for critically ill and injured patients. Other links include first responders, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, nurses, physicians, and specialists at area hospitals. Each of these links must be strong in order for the patient to have the best chance of survival.
HALO-Flight’s service area covers 26 counties, 28,000 square miles and a population of more than one million. With bases in Corpus Christi, Alice, and Beeville, Texas, and in conjunction with regional hospitals, EMS, & law enforcement agencies, HALO-Flight was established to provide the quickest response time and highest quality of care to the critically ill and injured while enroute to regional hospitals as well as patient transfers to facilities outside the region such as San Antonio, Houston and Austin.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
News from the Treasurer and Recap of Last Week's Meeting
For those that couldn't attend last week - or those that need a short recap.
Dues and Billings are being done with a different program. Why?
- You as a member have 24/7/365 access to your account balance through the club website. Directions can be downloaded here.
- You will need your username and password. Directions to find them and login can be found here.
- Bills will be sent via email on the last day of each month.
- Bills can be paid via credit card, if desired. Links are on the statement or within your account login.
Starting October 1, any member with a balance that is 60 days or more overdue will need to pay cash for lunches.
ClubRunner, our website and database provider is now providing a Free app for our members. Please read the story about it here.
Please contact Nancy Paulson, Treasurer if you have any questions.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 1st & Thurs the 3rd
Thursday Noon Meeting - 3rd
New Features and Activities with the Website, Dues and an App!
Nancy Paulson will demonstrate some new features of the website. She will also share news about dues and billing. There is also a new smartphone app available to members. (Well maybe not Darren and Gerry since they still use a flip phone! And they are proud of that!)
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Tuesday evening meeting - 1st
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
HEB read 3 Program
Help shape a child's mind by reading to them three times a week. When you read to a child they develop the reading skills they need to succeed in school. Sadly, not all children have books in their homes. That's why in 2011 H‑E‑B launched Read 3. Since 2011, H‑E‑B has donated nearly 3 million books to children in need.Members are encouraged to promote this program and its opportunities to family, friends and neighbors. There are some opportunities that we as a club could participate in. President Yvonne and your Board will be checking out the possibilities during an up-coming meeting.
For More Information - www.heb.com/static-page/Read-3-Help-Grow-Young-Minds
A message from our Rotary International President
Dear fellow Rotarians,
It is with the heaviest of hearts that I share the sad news that the President-elect of Rotary International, Sam F. Owori, died last night as a result of post-operative complications from a planned surgery.
It is with the heaviest of hearts that I share the sad news that the President-elect of Rotary International, Sam F. Owori, died last night as a result of post-operative complications from a planned surgery.In this difficult time, I ask you to keep his wife, Norah, the Owori family, and Sam’s millions of friends around the world in your thoughts.
Sam was a special person in so many ways, and his unexpected death is a huge loss to Rotary, his community, and the world. We will provide more details on plans to celebrate his life as they become available.
From the perspective of Rotary leadership, we will share information on the impact and the path forward as a result of Sam’s passing. In addition, we are establishing a memorial fund in Sam’s honor and will provide further details soon.
With enormous sadness,
Ian
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 18th & Thurs the 20th
Thursday Noon Meeting - 20th
Our guest today is our District Governor Betty Ramirez-Lara
Betty Ramirez-Lara is the President/Owner of Utilities Services Experts USA, an Energy Brokerage Firm for consumer use. Betty raised 2 boys as a single mother. Year 2001, a banker friend said, “Let’s Go to Lunch” in her hometown of Weslaco, Texas. Betty instantly saw the value of becoming a member of the World’s biggest humanitarian service organization, Rotary International. Betty is a first generation U.S. citizen and first generation Rotarian.
Betty met and married her Rotary husband Adam Lara in 2008 as he was making up a meeting at her Rotary Club, then McAllen North Rotary Club. As of 4 years ago, she is a Proud Member of McAllen South Rotary Club.
Betty has received Rotary International’s Avenues of Service Citation Award 2013-2014, Service Above Self Award 2012-2013, Rotarian of the Year Award 2011-2012, a Paul Harris Fellow +5, Paul Harris Society Member, Bequest Society Member.
Betty served as McAllen North Rotary Club President in 2009-2010, Asst. Governor 2011-2014, District Grants Subcommittee Chair since 2014, District Foundation Chair 2015-2016.
DG Betty will be accompanied by her husband Adam, a member of the McAllen Rotary Club, and Nancy Ross, our Assistant Governor for Area 3 from Southside Corpus Christi Rotary Club.
The evening before - July 19 we will host a Board Meeting from 5:30 - 6:45 and then a Dinner at 7:00.
The location is Latitude 28 02, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382. Spouses of Board members, all club members and spouses or significant others are invited to join us for the Dinner. It will be a prix fixe ("fixed price") of around $20.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Tuesday evening meeting - 18th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Visit from District Governor Betty Ramirez-Lara
District 5930's District Governor Betty Ramirez-Lara will visit the club during our meeting on July 20. The evening before - July 19 we will host a Board Meeting from 5:30 - 6:45 and then a Dinner at 7:00.
The location will be Latitude 28 02, 105 N Austin St, Rockport, TX 78382. Spouses of Board members, all club members and spouses or significant others are invited to join us for the Dinner. It will be a prix fixe ("fixed price") of around $20. Menu choices are
- Chicken Florentine,
- Stuffed Shrimp,
- Fish Gilroy or
- Beef Burgandy -
- all will come with a salad and appropriate sides, tea, water or coffee.
- Desserts and alcohol will be on your own.
An invitation will be sent via email to all members once all the details are known. But save the date if you are interested.
Catching up on pictures
Two hard workers got an award from Out Going President Stephenie Cochran. Phil Albin for TV images and sound system setup and Jerry Channell for our banners of banners.Our Guest Speaker on July 6 Patricia Arnold share about the varied services of Aransas County Medical Services Inc. (ACMSI) We are a 501 C-3 non profit corporation our goals are to be a community resources of Aransas County.Aransas County Medical Services Inc. (ACMSI) We are a 501 C-3 non profit corporation our 
goals are to be a community resources of Aransas County. She also shared about the 211 Helpline service offered to all residents of Aransas County.
goals are to be a community resources of Aransas County. She also shared about the 211 Helpline service offered to all residents of Aransas County.Becky Mays also joined her and shared About the First Responders Ball on July 22 at the Northshore Country Club. More information can be found on Facebook and by calling or emailing Becky or Patricia.
The last part of our program was a final Scholarship recipient.
Madison Stacy, a returning student was awarded a grant. She was joined by her father. She is able to go loan free this year with the help of our scholarship and working to pay the fees and tuition. She is having fun, learning a lot and finally getting to the meat of her program - speech pathology.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 4th & Thurs the 6th
Tuesday evening meeting - 4th
Cancelled for the Holiday - Please be safe and have fun with Family and Friends.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 6th
Our guest today is Patricia Arnold ACMSI telling us about the Texas 211 Program. Read her bio here.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 27th & Thurs the 29th
Tuesday evening meeting - 27th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 29th
Installation of Yvonne Perez as President and the Officers, Directors and Committee Chairs for 2017-2018. District Governor for 2016-2017 Debbie High will be joining us to install our Leadership for this next year.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Service Project - Community Table
Members are reminded to Signup for and attend the Community Table project tomorrow at the First Presbyterian Church.
Link for Volunteer Sign-ups
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 20th & Thurs the 22nd
Tuesday evening meeting - 20th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 22nd
Rotarian Steve Clarkson with the next group of Scholarship students.
- EMILY SPEARS
- CAMERON CHILDERS
- RAYANNE GARCIA
- MADISON STACY
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Scholarship Students 2017
Steve Clarkson, Foundation President with the recipients of our scholarships at the June 1 meeting. All are returning students.- CLAIRE HARTMAN
- JENNY BETH HARRIS
- MADELYN VAUGHN
- REANNA ZUNIGA
- MADISON ZUNIGA
Vocational Award for June
Our Vocational Award for this month was awarded to Cindy Grieves and long-time resident and work in Rockport. Cindy has worked a variety of jobs for a variety of folks - always keeping in mid the customer and service to their needs.Club Meetings this week - Tues the 11th & Thurs the 13th
Thursday Noon Meeting - 13th
Our guest today is Dr. Justin Hensley, MD discussing Free Standing ERs.
Yes - Rockport, Fulton and Aransas County are getting an Emergency Room - open and manned by Board-certified ER physicians - 24/7/365. Dr Hensley will have a PowerPoint presentation showing the ends and outs of Free Standing ERs. The facility is slated to open mid-August.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Tuesday evening meeting - 11th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 13th & Thurs the 15th
Tuesday evening meeting - 13th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 15th
Rotarian Steve Clarkson with the next group of Scholarship students.
- CLAIRE HARTMAN
- JENNY BETH HARRIS
- MADELYN VAUGHN
- REANNA ZUNIGA
- MADISON ZUNIGA
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Scholarship Students Part 2 2017
Steve Clarkson, Foundation President with the recipients of our scholarships at the June 1 meeting.
- KATHERINE HAMILTON
- HALEY SINCLAIR
- CHASE RESENDEZ
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 6th & Thurs the 8th
Tuesday evening meeting - 6th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 8th
Rotarian Steve Clarkson with the next group of Scholarship students.
- ALEXANDER PARKER
- BRYNN GROVER
- CHRISTIAN NGUYEN
- ANGEL ALCALA
- MORELLE TUCKER
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Rockport Rotary Project of the Trash Pickup
Rockport Rotary Project of the Trash Pickup along Pearl Street (hwy 2165) on 5/20/17. It was again a combination of people from the LDS church (9). Rockport Rotary (3) Interact Club (1). Great workers. Thanks to the City of Rockport for the use of their Trash Pickers and vests and to the Texas Dept. of Transportation for Bags, vests and for picking up the bags of trash once it has been accumulated.
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Catch-up on recent Programs
Here is a picture recap of recent meeting programs.
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Teachers of the year honored at our 5–25–17 meeting Candace Ochoa and David Swartout with Joey Patek. | Congratulations to Trisha Place Harrell! She received the Vocation Award for 38 years at Jerry's Pharmacy now CVS Pharmacy. |
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| SOTM for May -Morelle Tucker and her parents with Adelaide Marlatt | One of our Scholarship awardees, returning student Savanna Smith with Steve Clarkson. |
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| Banner presented to the club at the District Conference for Giving during Kathy's RY 2015-2016. | May 11's program was an update on our District grant at Live Oak Learning with Principal Robin Rice. |
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 30th & Thurs the 1st
Tuesday evening meeting - 30th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 1st
Rotarian Steve Clarkson with the first group of Scholarship students.
- KATHERINE HAMILTON
- LINDSAY GARCIA
- CHASE RESENDEZ
- HALEY SINCLAIR
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 23rd & Thurs the 25th
Tuesday evening meeting - 23rd
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 25th
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 16th & Thurs the 18th
Tuesday evening meeting - 16th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 18th
Adelaide will introduce our Student of The Month - Morelle Tucker. She is a varsity tennis player, coach for the middle school program and National Honor Society member. She has some interesting college and career plans. Come Thursday to find out.
Steve Clarkson will introduce and award one of our Scholarship awardees. Returning student Savanna Smith will be joining us on Thursday.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
2017-2018 Club Officers and Directors
Congratulations and Thanks
to the members who were elected to serve the club for 2017-2018.
President-Elect Yvonne Perez is looking for someone to fill the positions that have no one listed. Several opportunities for your service.
| Board of Directors | |
| President | Yvonne Perez |
| President-Elect | |
| Vice President | Terri Whitman |
| Secretary | Phyllis Kline |
| Treasurer | Phyllis Kline |
| Sergeant at Arms | Darren Sigwald |
| Immediate Past President | Stephenie Cochran |
| Rotary Foundation | Julie Roman |
| Evening Meeting Chairperson | Jim Elder |
| Director | Nancy Paulson |
| Committee Chairs | |
| Club Administration | Diane Probst |
| Membership | |
| Public Relations | |
| Service Projects | Diane Probst |
| Taste of Rockport-Fulton | |
| Oysterfest | |
| Scholarship Foundation President | Steve Clarkson |
A Screening for the Rockport Film Festival
This is another of the film series in conjunction with the Rockport Film Festival.Screening: The Doo Dah Man
Two lives intersect when a conman running from the police and a college boy running from his past meet on the lonely highways of America's southwest.Filmed in Rockport, TX, this is a great film, and the filmmakers will be in attendance.
When
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Film starts at 6:00 PM
Doors open at 5:30 PM
Where
106 S Austin
Cost
$10 Suggested Donation. All proceeds go towards infrastructure for the Rockport Film Festival
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 9th & Thurs the 11th
Tuesday evening meeting - 9th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 4th
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 2nd & Thurs the 4th
Tuesday evening meeting - 2nd
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 4th
Meeting location is changed - Come to Paws & Taws Fulton Convention. We will be setting up for the District Conference. Lunch will be provided at 12 noon.
Jobs for all levels of abilities and capabilities.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club Changed for May 4.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Birding Program at Fulton Learning Center
Martha McLeod and students from the Fulton Learning Center, ACISD visited the club on April 13. They will give us an update on their birding program and new bird booklet.Presentation of Rotary mug following Martha McLeod's program today on FLC birding program and bird booklet. Rose Tran, Principal of FLC, and Allie Cochran also in attendance.
Important Dates
May 4-7
- Conference of Rotary Clubs - District 5930 - Starts in Harlingen for Thursday, Friday-Sunday in Rockport-Fulton Registration open at www.Rotary5930.org
May 20
- Club Leadership Training Camp AKA District Assembly for 2017-2018, Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds, Robstown, TX, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Betty Ramirez-Lara, DGE, Printable Flyer
June 10-14
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 18th & Thurs the 20th
Tuesday evening meeting - 18th
Discussion topics:
- Guest speaker Nicole Barnes from Kailo concerning the Refinery Terminal Fire Company.
- Meeting location for the 25th has been changed to Nancy's House for a service project. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 20th
Our program today is Student of the Month and Vocational Award.
Come to Nancy's House for a service project on next Tuesday, April 25. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 11th & Thurs the 13th
Tuesday evening meeting - 4th
Discussion topics:
- Fundraising brainstorming, Senior citizen/elder service project and speakers.
- Next week the 18th - Guest speaker Nicole Barnes from Kailo concerning the Refinery Terminal Fire Company.
- Meeting location for the 25th has been changed to Nancy's House for a service project. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 6th
Our program today is Martha McLeod and students from the Fulton Learning Center, ACISD. They will give us an update on their birding program and new bird booklet.
Student Authors
Fulton 4-5 Learning Center
4th grade — Kade Alston, Brent Birdwell, Cannon Chapman, Allison Cochran, Kaleb Conner, Talon Kenfield, Hudson King, and Keaton Solis
5th grade — Beau Blankenship, Camryn Cruzan, Carter Nguyen Engel, Laila Flowers, Emma Groseclose, Hayden Hoover, Michael Jones, and Brody Karl
Rockport-Fulton Middle School
6th grade — Kate Hill and Sam Holden
7th grade — Cole Chapman
Fulton 4-5 Learning Center
4th grade — Kade Alston, Brent Birdwell, Cannon Chapman, Allison Cochran, Kaleb Conner, Talon Kenfield, Hudson King, and Keaton Solis
5th grade — Beau Blankenship, Camryn Cruzan, Carter Nguyen Engel, Laila Flowers, Emma Groseclose, Hayden Hoover, Michael Jones, and Brody Karl
Rockport-Fulton Middle School
6th grade — Kate Hill and Sam Holden
7th grade — Cole Chapman
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
4 Way Speech Contest winner receives award
Jake Manlove, winner of the Club's 4 Way Test Speech Contest, won the Area 3 contest. This advanced him to the District contest held on April 1 at TAMU-Kingsville.While Jake was able to compete, he couldn't stay to receive his award plaque and check. Jake joined our meeting on April 6 to receive these items. They were presented by our Chairperson, Calvin Scholz. District Governor Debbie High was also in attendance and helped congratulate our winner.
Good Job Jake!
Annual Foundation Awards Luncheon
I got a sneak peak at the awards being given. I think Rockport Rotary Club is being awarded during the luncheon. Editor's note: This was confirmed 4/6 by DG Debbie High. We are in fact getting some awards - more than one.
Last I heard Yvonne wanted to write a grant for next your. Additional members of our club need to be trained if she/we want to pursue this funding source. Club normally pays for members to attend district training. Nancy
Annual Foundation Awards Luncheon for District 5930
Come and hear first hand about another person FLYING HIGH WITH ROTARY.
Amanda Lewis, Global Scholar, sponsored by Kingsville Rotary and D5930.
Amanda Lewis, Global Scholar, sponsored by Kingsville Rotary and D5930.
Register Now Just $26.50
Followed by Grants Certification Training
Solomon Ortiz Center, 402 Harbor Dr., Corpus Christi TX 78401
April 22, 2017
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 11th and Thurs the 13th
Tuesday evening meeting - 4th
Discussion topics:
- Fundraising brainstorming, Senior citizen/elder service project and speakers.
- Next week the 18th - Guest speaker Nicole Barnes from Kailo concerning the Refinery Terminal Fire Company.
- Meeting location for the 25th has been changed to Nancy's House for a service project. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 6th
Our program today is Martha McLeod and students from the Fulton Learning Center, ACISD. They will give us an update on their birding program and new bird booklet.
Student Authors
Fulton 4-5 Learning Center
4th grade — Kade Alston, Brent Birdwell, Cannon Chapman, Allison Cochran, Kaleb Conner, Talon Kenfield, Hudson King, and Keaton Solis
5th grade — Beau Blankenship, Camryn Cruzan, Carter Nguyen Engel, Laila Flowers, Emma Groseclose, Hayden Hoover, Michael Jones, and Brody Karl
Rockport-Fulton Middle School
6th grade — Kate Hill and Sam Holden
7th grade — Cole Chapman
Fulton 4-5 Learning Center
4th grade — Kade Alston, Brent Birdwell, Cannon Chapman, Allison Cochran, Kaleb Conner, Talon Kenfield, Hudson King, and Keaton Solis
5th grade — Beau Blankenship, Camryn Cruzan, Carter Nguyen Engel, Laila Flowers, Emma Groseclose, Hayden Hoover, Michael Jones, and Brody Karl
Rockport-Fulton Middle School
6th grade — Kate Hill and Sam Holden
7th grade — Cole Chapman
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Get Ready for District Conference
It is happening HERE! District 5930's Conference of Rotary Clubs.Conference 2017
We are planning a CELEBRATION!!May 4-7, 2017
- Agenda as of 3-1-2017
- Attending The Women in Rotary Luncheon - Register Here
- Printable Flyer with the information.
- Attending Activities in Rockport - Register Here
Terri Whitman and JD Simpson are co-chairs. If they haven't already reached to ask you to help in some way - please don't be surprised if they do.
The club has been asked to host the Hospitality Room on Thursday evening. We do not expect a large number of folks, but want to welcome those to do come in that night. It will be at the Cottage at Inn at Fulton Harbor Hotel.
Flyers for Amanda Wirtz will be available for distribution to local businesses for posting in their windows on Wednesday. Please stop Nancy's to pick up a supply. A supply will also be at the meeting on Thursday.
Please read this for other needs for the conference. What the Planning Committee needs from Clubs & Rotarians
Student of the Month - March
The March Student of the Month, Kristin Wilson.Kristin is the daughter of David and Veronica Wilson. Throughout high school, she participated in the NJROTC program and served as a member of the Unarmed Drill, Physical Fitness, and Academic teams. Kristin is an active member of the National Honor Society and volunteers in the Children's Ministry at Church Unlimited.
After high school, Kristin will attend Texas A&M at Corpus Christi to acquire a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education to pursue a career in education. She will work towards a Masters Degree in Education.
Vocational Award in March
Congratulations to Carl Stubbs. Recognized today at Rotary with the Vocational Award of the Month for outstanding support and service to the community.Club Meetings this week - Tues the 4th and Thurs the 6th
Tuesday evening meeting - 4th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 6th
Our program today is Tanner Twomey of the CC Hooks. He will give us an update on the Corpus Christi Hooks Season.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Four Way Test Speech Contest
Jake Manlove receiving the $300 check for winning first place in the Area 4-Way Test Speech Contest. The local contest was coordinated by Calvin Scholz and he was helpful to Jake in preparing for the Area Contest. Area contestants were the winners from Rockport, Aransas Pass, Port Aransas and Ingleside clubs. PDG J.D. Simpson was filling in for Stephenie as President of our club.Jake now goes to District - Let's support our student.
District competition on Saturday April 1 at the Student Union Building on the Texas A&M Kingsville Campus. It will be followed by a luncheon with guest speaker David Postic. Cost is just $26.50 per person.
4 WAY TEST SPEECH CONTEST & Youth Luncheon
Saturday, April 1, 2017
TAMU Kingsville
TAMU Kingsville
Guest Speaker - David Postic
REGISTER NOW
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 28th and Thurs the 30th
Tuesday evening meeting - 28th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 30th
Our program today is Student of the Month and Vocational awards. The March Student of the Month, Kristin Wilson.Kristin is the daughter of David and Veronica Wilson. Throughout high school, she participated in the NJROTC program and served as a member of the Unarmed Drill, Physical Fitness, and Academic teams. Kristin is an active member of the National Honor Society and volunteers in the Children's Ministry at Church Unlimited.
After high school, Kristin will attend Texas A&M at Corpus Christi to acquire a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education to pursue a career in education. She will work towards a Masters Degree in Education.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 21st and Thurs the 23rd
Tuesday evening meeting - 21st
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 23rd
Our program today is an update on the Aransas Pathways Project. Representing the Group are John Strohman, Tom Callan and DeMcLallen. The website is www.AransasPathways.com.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week Tues the 14th and Thurs the 16th
Tuesday evening meeting - 14th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 16th
Program is a report from Malcolm Dieckow and Keith Barrett.
Come hear about the new marina
Malcolm Dieckow is the Chairman of the Aransas County Navigation District.
Keith Barrett is the Harbor Master.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week Tues the 7th and Thurs the 9th
Tuesday evening meeting - 7th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 9th
Program is a report from the Chamber of Commerce on Business Development/growth in this Rockport-Fulton area.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Our Members at PETS
Our president Elect Yvonne Perez attend LSPETS this past weekend. Our PDG JD Simpson also attended. JD made sure Yvonne got to be seated at one of the head tables at the Friday night dinner. She was introduced to Past Rotary International President Richard King. PDG JD Simpson was Master of Ceremonies for the evening.
Club Meetings this week Tues the 28th and Thurs the 2nd
Tuesday evening meeting - 28th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 2nd
Program is our students competing in the Four Way Speech Competition.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week Tues the 21st and Thurs the 23rd
Tuesday evening meeting - 21st
Discussion topics:
- Speaker - A World For Children Director Clarissa arranged by Julie Roman
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 23rd
Program is our students we sent to RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.
We will have 3 students at the Rotary meeting next week to tell about their RYLA experience. Our students visitors will be Helen Hartman, Daneilla Lovett, and Sophie Vaughn - Great outstanding students.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Dates to Put on Your Calendar
February 23-26
- Lone Star PETS - President Elect Training Seminar
March 2-5
- Fulton Oysterfest
March 23
- Taste of Rockport
April 1
- District 4 Way Test Speech Contest, Youth Luncheon, Campus Tour, TAMU-Kingsville
April 22
- Foundation Awards Luncheon & Grant Management Training for 2017-2018 Grants
May 4-7
- Conference of Rotary Clubs - District 5930 - Starts in Harlingen for Thursday, Friday-Sunday in Rockport-Fulton
May 20
- District Assembly for 2017-2018
June 10-14
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 14th and Thurs the 16th
Tuesday evening meeting - 14th
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 16th
Program is Student of the Month with Adelaide Marlatt.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 31st and Thurs the 2nd
Tuesday evening meeting - 31st
Discussion topics:
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
- Elderly resources, speakers and possible project
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 26th
Speaker and Program is Vickie Merchant sharing about the History Center for Aransas County.
The History Center for Aransas County showcases local heritage. Outdoor and indoor exhibits tell the stories of the real people of Aransas County. The Center provides space for displays, workshops, meetings and gatherings.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Funny - Diaper Executives
Billions of people throughout the globe have a BAD day, daily! They are challenged each and every day with seeking to find enough food to eat, shelter to protect and clean drinking water to keep them alive. Rotarians are helping.
Free Screening: "A Line in the Sand"
Hi Everyone,
I want to let you know of something exciting event happening in conjunction with the Film Festival. One of the short films - “A Line in the Sand” has a longer version that we are screening on Monday, January 30, starting at 5:30 at 106 S Austin St (the old Kline building).
The screening will be free, but a $10 donation is suggested. We’ll also have free beverages and candy/popcorn for sale. The funds raised will go toward purchasing a bigger screen, better projector, and better speakers for our outdoor screenings. (Every year the screen size and sound quality is the biggest complaint at our Red Carpet Party).
I’m really excited about this film! It was the second highest voted short we screened at the Festival. And I really hope we can raise enough money to purchase some better infrastructure for our outdoor screenings.
I’ve got another film that I’m working on getting to screen in a similar fashion in February. I just wanted to keep y’all in the loop. Hope you see you all there!
Elena from Rockport Center for the Arts.
Funny - Daddy
Too often in this life we are too quick to judge. Too quick to anger. Too quick to retaliate. Rotarians are attempting to make a paradigm shift in the world to bring more understanding and peace by encouraging and fostering understanding among people of different cultures. Working to bring peace and understand to a world that needs it – Rotary.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 24th and Thurs the 26th
Tuesday evening meeting - 24th
Discussion topics:
- District Conference and our assistance
- Open positions in the club for next year
- Global Grant and Women's Shelter project
- Topics and speakers for upcoming weeks
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 26th
Speaker and Program is Norma Martinez and Aim Hospice.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Laptop Computers for Awad
In early December the club had a guest speaker - Awad from Sudan - who asked if any of us had old laptops to give to a project he runs where students repair and reuse the laptops.
JD Simpson is still collecting them. Melvin Dreiss already gave one. Laptops can be dropped off at JD's office - Dockside Properties, 2738 TX-35 BUS, Rockport, TX 78382 (beside Panjo's) or call JD and he will pick it up 361-550-2907.
Awad will be coming to Rockport again on about the 26-27th of January to get whatever has been given.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 17th and Thurs the 19th
Tuesday evening meeting - 17th
Guest Speaker: Art Zeitler, PDG and Assistant Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator
Discussion topics:
- Global Grant and Women's Shelter project
Service Project: Join us for CPS delivery of totes and blankets - Wednesday, Jan 18 at 9:45 at Children's Protective Services (CPS) offices in Aransas Pass at 524 S Commercial St, 78336
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 19th
Program is Student of the Month for January and catchup SOTM. January's is Jordan Bogaards, an active member of the Computer Science UIL Team.Our Catch up SOTM is Brynne Grover form December.
Brynn is the daughter of Jill and Guy Sinclair. Throughout high school, she participated in volleyball, basketball, softball, track, and golf. She also competed in UIL journalism. In addition to her membership in the National Honors Society and the yearbook, she is an active member of the Young Life and the First Baptist Church.
After high school, Brynn plans to attend the University of Texas to pursue a degree in Communications to eventually become a location manager in the film industry.Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
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Inspirational - The Race
In Rotary's fight to eradicate polio, there have been setbacks, but each time Rotarians get up and continue the race to rid the world of polio. No child deserves being cripple when a simple drop of lifesaving medicine can protect them against polio.
The Wall That Heals
The Wall That Heals
Veterans Memorial Wall
Arrives Feb. 1 Exhibit Feb. 2-5, 2017
Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor
The Wall That Heals is an exhibition created by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) to travel to communities across the United States. Featuring a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., it is also accompanied by a mobile Education Center that tells the story of the Vietnam War era and The Wall. The exhibition will bring the experience of Vietnam to our community and will provide an opportunity for all to gain a heightened awareness of the impact and legacy of the Vietnam War.
Make contributions to help Memorialize the site, donate here or make checks to:
RF Chamber Foundation, Veteran's Wall Task Force, 319 Broadway, Rockport, TX 78382.
For Press Release, click here.
To signup to VOLUNTEER, click here.
For information on the wall, click here. http://www.vvmf.org/
Arrival, Training and Setup Feb. 1
Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor
On February 2-5 (arrives on Feb. 1), The Wall That Heals will be in Rockport Texas. Everyone is invited to visit the wall.
However, at the request of the people that manage the Wall That Heals, it must be manned 24 hours a day while it is here. It will be manned by volunteers. The volunteers will provide security for the Wall, but more important, they will be trained on how to help people find friends and family member's names on the Wall. The training is mandatory and will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 5:30pm. at the Festival Grounds. For everyone that is interested, please go to this link and fill in when you are available.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 10th and Thurs the 12th
Tuesday evening meeting - 10th
Discussion topics:
- Global Grant and Women's Shelter project
- Generate questions for Art Zeitler, PDG - next week's speaker
- calendar for January-June 2017
- outreach to other organizations for membership and partnerships
- Service Project: Setting the date for CPS delivery of totes and blankets
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club (1796 Bay Shore Dr). Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 12th
Program is Dominic Dominguez from Spohn Hospital arranged by John Jackson.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
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Inspirational - Red
Sometimes as we have just witnessed in this video, all we need to do to make a difference in the world is to be there.
Rotary is!
Rotary is in 186 countries across the planet, with more than 34,000 clubs, and 1.2 million members.
Our presence is a force for good on the globe.
Taste of Rockport-Fulton Planning Meeting
Taste of Rockport-Fulton Chair, Terri Whitman is calling a meeting for Thursday, January 12 at 5:30 for all Rotarians to help with the planning for this year's Taste.The meeting will be at Terri's office at Coldwell Banker, 404 Broadway (across from the Chamber and beside the Women's Club).
This year's Taste of Rockport-Fulton will be held on Thursday, March 23.
There is no cost, but for planning and materials - Let Terri know you will be there by clicking and Registering here.
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New Video Series
MOMENTS TO REMEMBER WHY YOU JOINED ROTARY
OR
WHY YOU MAY WANT TO JOIN ROTARY
A new feature on the website for 2017 is a series of videos. While they are not about Rotary specifically, they do demonstrate a concept, idea, feature, or facet, that we as Rotarians either exhibit or maybe need to. Have fun.
PS - Videos don't work in all emails, so you need to go to the website to see each weekly video.
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Working Together
Long ago Rotarians learned the power of working together to achieve an objective. As a result, we are making a difference in the world.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 3rd and Thurs the 5th
Tuesday evening meeting - 3rd - location change
Service Project: Preparing bags for CPS delivery
Discussion topics: Global Grant and Women's Shelter project
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Nancy Paulson's home. Drinks and snacks will be available.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Program is Norma Martinez and Aim Hospice.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 27th and Thurs the 29th
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 27th and Thurs the 29th
Club will be dark and not meeting this week. See you next year!
Happy Holidays to one and all
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 20th and Thurs the 22nd
Tuesday evening meeting - 20th
Discussion topics: Thieving Elves Christmas program. Come and have some fun sharing and Review the Rules here.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Club will be dark and not meeting the next two weeks - 12/22 and 12/29. See you next year!
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 13th and Thurs the 15th
Tuesday evening meeting - 13th
Discussion topics: upcoming service projects - CPS bags/blankets and Woman's shelter.
Next week (12/20) is Thieving Elves Christmas program. Come and have some fun sharing and Review the Rules here.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting - 15th
Our program is our Thieving Elves Christmas program. Come and have some fun sharing and Review the Rules here.
Club will be dark and not meeting the next two weeks - 12/22 and 12/29. See you next year!
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Dates to Put on Your Calendar
December 15
- Thieving Elves Christmas Program for the Noon Meeting - Review the Rules here
December 20
- Thieving Elves Christmas Program for the Evening Meeting - Review the Rules here
December 22 and 29
- Noon Meeting will NOT meet. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
- RYLA Conference
February 23-26
- Lone Star PETS - President Elect Training Seminar
March 23
- Taste of Rockport
April 1
- District 4 Way Test Speech Contest, Youth Luncheon, Campus Tour, TAMU-Kingsville
April 22
- Foundation Awards Luncheon & Grant Management Training for 2017-2018 Grants
May 4-7
- Conference of Rotary Clubs - District 5930 - Starts in Harlingen for Thursday, Friday-Sunday in Rockport-Fulton
May 20
- District Assembly for 2017-2018 - TAMU-Kingsville
June 10-14
Paul Harris Christmas Party
Ingleside Rotary Club hope this message finds you doing well and getting ready for Christmas season.
We would like to invite you all to our Paul Harris Christmas Party to be held on Saturday, 17 Dec @ 6pm at the Ingleside Municipal Airport.
The gathering will be to give away Paul Harris’s to local deserving members in a public setting . . .
with the hope of sharing the good works our clubs are doing and recognize those people who have served Rotary and our Communities well. The PHF honorees will include Rotarian who have gone before us (posthumously), past presidents and local awardee’s.
Details:
Who: All District 5930 Rotarians (Local Rotary clubs are encouraged (Aransas Pass, Rockport, Ingleside, Portland, Corpus Christi clubs, Sinton)
When: 17 Dec., 6-8pm
Where: Ingleside Municipal airport
How much: $25.00 tickets per person
What: Dinner and Paul Harris Program
- estimated 8-12 PHF will be awarded by Ingleside, Aransas Pass and other local clubs (Please email Dan Korus if you have one to present)
- Our 5930 District Governor Debbie High will be presenting the PHF awards
- The keynote speaker will be from The Rotary Foundation discussing what the foundation does locally and worldwide
We would like to include as many local Rotarians and local PHF honoree's at this event.
Please let us know if you'd be interested in participating or coming. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call.
YIR , Dan Korus
President-Ingleside Rotary Club
361-816-9750
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 6th and Thurs the 8th
Tuesday evening meeting
Discussion topics: upcoming service projects - CPS bags/blankets and Woman's shelter.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is our Student of the Month and Vocational Award.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 29th and Thurs the 1st
Tuesday evening meeting
A Safety Awareness program to serve as a refresher and reminder about keeping ourselves safe as we go about our daily business. This is important for all persons: male/female, adult/child - in our business visits and personal - especially now during the holiday season. The Rockport Rotary Evening Meeting has made arrangements with Commander Larry Sinclair of the Rockport PD to come to our Rotary meeting on Tuesday, November 29th to speak. You are invited to attend and bring your spouse and friends and neighbors. This is open to the public and should be interesting and informative for everyone.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is Awad Abdelgadir, President and Chairperson of the Mother Maryam Foundation (www.mothermaryam.org). Awad A. Abdelgadir grew up in Zawrat village in Northern Province, Sudan. He is the son of Mother Maryam and dedicates projects to his mother's memory and to all mothers. He runs Nile Valley Herbs, Inc., which produces and markets hibiscus tea and supports humanitarian activity. He also teaches at St. Edward's University in Austin Texas. He is a member of South Austin Rotary Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 22nd and Thurs the 24th
Tuesday evening meeting
We will be planning/discussing our Public Service activity - Safety Awareness with . Read more details here. Other discussion topics: upcoming service projects - CPS bags/blankets and Woman's shelter. Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
There is NO noon meeting this week. Please enjoy Thanksgiving with family and friends. If you are alone - contact a Rotarian, one of us will have room for another.
Odyssey Live Oak Garden
Odyssey Live Oak Garden Grant alive and growing again. Students every Friday spend time planting, maintaining and will eventually harvest their very own garden. Thieving Elves Gift Exchange
Here is a reminder of the rules. We may need to confirm some of the variations and nuances ahead of time. The board also voted to increase the value to $20.Thieving Elves Gift Exchange Rules
Here are the basic rules:
1. Each player brings one wrapped gift to contribute to a common pool
The gift exchange organizer should provide information on what type of gift people should bring. We are going to $20 limit this year.
Safety Awareness - A Public Service Activity
We have been talking for quite some time now about the need to have a Safety Awareness program to serve as a refresher and reminder about keeping ourselves safe as we go about our daily business. This is important for all persons: male/female, adult/child - in our business visits and personal - especially now during the holiday season.The Rockport Rotary Evening Meeting has made arrangements with Commander Larry Sinclair of the Rockport PD to come to our Rotary meeting on Tuesday, November 29th to speak. You are invited to attend and bring your spouse and friends and neighbors. This is open to the public and should be interesting and informative for everyone.
The program will start at 6 pm at the Kay Allegro Yacht Club Tuesday, November 29th. I'm guessing about 45 minutes to an hour. You will be able to purchase appetizers, food and drinks at the Club. When you go in, ask for the Rotary meeting and they will direct you to our meeting room.
Thurs Noon Meeting Highlights
The Noon Meeting was busy on November 17. We recognized two special individuals in our community. Hailey Sinclair was acknowledged by Rotarian Adelaide Marlatt as our November Student of the Month from Rockport-Fulton High School (right picture). Rotarian Diane Probst congratulated Shelly Stuart from the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce on doing a good job by awarding her our Vocational Award for November (left picture)..jpg)
New Paul Harris Fellows Recognized
The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.It was established in 1957 to show appreciation for and encourage substantial contributions to what was then the Foundation’s only program, Rotary Foundation Fellowships for Advanced Study, the precursor to Ambassadorial Scholarships.
When a Rotarian gives $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund, PolioPlus, or an approved Foundation grant, he/she receives a pin and certificate that recognizes him/her as a Paul Harris Fellow. A Rotarian may also recognize someone else as a Paul Harris Fellow by giving that amount in their name. Generous contributions to The Rotary Foundation are essential to securing and growing Rotary programs throughout the world. We recognize donors to express our gratitude for their commitment.
During our noon meeting on November 10, 2016, Rotarian Angela Attal was recognized by Ellison Crider, District 5930's Foundation Char and Terri Whitman, Rockport's Foundation Chair with her Paul Harris Fellow pin and certificate. Terri and Ellison also recognized Mary Channell, wife of Rotarian Jerry Channell, with her Paul Harris +3 pin. We thank Angela and Mary & Jerry for their donations to The Rotary Foundation.
Every Rotarian should strive to be a Paul Harris Fellow because for each PHF named, we know that $1000 has been given to The Rotary Foundation. Similarly, for each sapphire or ruby added to a Rotarian’s PHF pin, an additional $1000 has been given to The Rotary Foundation. We should celebrate each of these milestones (and gem stones) for what they represent. That is, a gift to The Rotary Foundation and an opportunity to do even more good in the world through the Foundation.
Paul Harris Fellows Recognized
The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.It was established in 1957 to show appreciation for and encourage substantial contributions to what was then the Foundation’s only program, Rotary Foundation Fellowships for Advanced Study, the precursor to Ambassadorial Scholarships.
When a Rotarian gives $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund, PolioPlus, or an approved Foundation grant, he/she receives a pin and certificate that recognizes him/her as a Paul Harris Fellow. A Rotarian may also recognize someone else as a Paul Harris Fellow by giving that amount in their name. Generous contributions to The Rotary Foundation are essential to securing and growing Rotary programs throughout the world. We recognize donors to express our gratitude for their commitment.
During our noon meeting on November 10, 2016, Rotarian Angela Attal (below left) was recognized by Ellison Crider, District 5930's Foundation Char and Terri Whitman, Rockport's Foundation Chair with her Paul Harris Fellow pin and certificate. Terri and Ellison also recognized Mary Channell (below center), wife of Rotarian Jerry Channell, with her Paul Harris +3 pin. We thank Angela and Mary & Jerry for their donations to The Rotary Foundation.
Every Rotarian should strive to be a Paul Harris Fellow because for each PHF named, we know that $1000 has been given to The Rotary Foundation. Similarly, for each sapphire or ruby added to a Rotarian’s PHF pin, an additional $1000 has been given to The Rotary Foundation. We should celebrate each of these milestones (and gem stones) for what they represent. That is, a gift to The Rotary Foundation and an opportunity to do even more good in the world through the Foundation.
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Club Meetings this week - Tues the 15 and Thur the 17th
Rockport Rotary Club is embracing some of the new initiatives allowed by Rotary International. We now have two meeting days/times/locations for the convenience of our members. Attend at noon, attend in the evening or attend both depending on your schedule and preference. We are all Rotarians belonging to the Rockport Rotary Club - serving the needs of our community - local, national and international.
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is our Student of the Month.
The Rockport Rotary Club is proud to announce the November Student of the Month, Haley Sinclair.
Haley is the daughter of Debbie and Larry Sinclair. Throughout high school, she participated in the National Honor Society, varsity volleyball, and UIL Academics. She is also employed at Bellino’s Italian Restaurant and volunteers her free time at Castaways.
After high school, Haley plans to pursue a STEM-related degree at the University of Texas.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Dates to Put on Your Calendar
November 15
- Comfort & Joy Bag giving to the Rockport Police Department at 2 pm
November 19
- Adopt-a-Highway Service Project cleanup - meet at 10 am at the corner of Enterprise and Pearl St.
February 3-5
- RYLA Conference
February 23-26
- Lone Star PETS - President Elect Training Seminar
March 23
- Taste of Rockport
April 1
- District 4 Way Test Speech Contest, Youth Luncheon, Campus Tour, TAMU-Kingsville
April 22
- Foundation Awards Luncheon & Grant Management Training for 2017-2018 Grants
May 4-7
- Conference of Rotary Clubs - District 5930 - Starts in Harlingen for Thursday, Friday-Sunday in Rockport-Fulton
May 20
- District Assembly for 2017-2018 - TAMU-Kingsville
June 10-14
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 8th and Thurs the 10th
Rockport Rotary Club is embracing some of the new initiatives allowed by Rotary International to invigorate and expand our membership. We now have two meeting days/times/locations for the convenience of our members. Attend at noon, attend in the evening or attend both depending on your schedule and preference. We are all Rotarians belonging to the Rockport Rotary Club - serving the needs of our community - local, national and international.
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is The Rotary Foundation. Our District's Foundation Chair Ellison Crider will be our speaker. He will share some exciting news about the Foundation. Ellison and Terri, our Foundation Chair, will present several Paul Harris Fellowships.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Andy & Elmer Come to Rockport & Fulton
We will be reading to the second graders attending ACISD Live Oak Learning Center. The book is Andy & Elmer's Apple Dumpling Adventure.
Andy & Elmer’s Apple Dumpling Adventure is the story of a young entrepreneur who starts an apple dumpling business. With the guidance of a mysterious voice, conveying the Four-Way Test, he turns his venture into a wonderful success and makes friends along the way.
The story was written and illustrated by Andrew J. Shoup, a local children’s book author and illustrator. And the book is jointly published by the Rotary Club of Fairborn and TokoBooks.
Each classroom will keep the hardback edition for their classroom library. Each student will get a paperback copy, and activity book and a bookmark for their personal library. Each teacher will get a lesson plan for future use of the book.
Adopt-a-Highway Service project
The original Adopt-a-Highway program began right here in Texas in 1985. Since then, it’s grown into a nationally and internationally recognized litter-prevention effort, saving taxpayers’ dollars and keeping our rights of way clean.
Adopt-a-Highway currently has more than 3,800 participating groups across the state, and we salute those thousands of individuals who dedicate their time to actively make a difference and keep Texas beautiful.
Rockport Rotary Club will be cleaning up our adopted two mile stretch on November 19 starting at 10 am. We have Pearl Street starting at the Texas 35 Bypass and going just beyond the Post Office. Questions - contact Adelaide Marlatt.
It’s volunteers who keep this Texas-born program going strong, and your help is needed now more than ever. Participation is simple:
- You adopt a two-mile stretch of highway for a minimum of two years. Note: Interstate highways are not eligible for adoption.
- You agree to pickup litter four times per year (more in some areas due to heavy traffic).
- Adopt-a-Highway signs will be posted with your group’s name at your adopted section.
- Adopt-a-Highway will provide your volunteers with safety vests, litterbags and safety training.
- You bask in the glory of claiming a piece of Texas pride.
Some of the commercials from the associated Program of Don't Mess with Texas"
Fireside Chat 2016
Fireside Chat will be held on November 10th. We will meet at John Jackson's house from 6-8pm. This is a great opportunity to invite potential Rotarians! Invite them, spouses/significant others, and anybody else who could benefit from attending Fireside Chat!Members have received a food sign-up sheet. It will also be available at this week's meetings. Please look over the food list and let me know what you would like to bring.
We are planning a fun event with laughs and fellowship! This is a great opportunity to socialize with all our fellow Rotarians.
- Enjoy social time and fellowship with fellow Rotarians!
- Bring potential members, spouses/significant others, and friends
- Pot Luck style meal to be served—sign up to bring a dish!
- Bring a chair or two and beverages of choice (water provided)
- Be prepared for a GREAT TIME and Lots of LAUGHS!!
See yall there!
Stephenie
Comfort and Joy Bags Project
The Comfort and Joy Bag project is designed to hopefully bring just a bit of those two feelings to a child/young person who may need it. We have packed these bags with some basic supplies, games, toys, school supplies, journals and a stuffed bear - all in a durable zippered tote.On November 15 at 2:00 the club will present the first 50 of these fun-filled bags to the Rockport Police Department's Lt. Larry Sinclair. He will distribute to individual officers and patrol cars. Any time an officer comes in contact with a child under the age of 16, they will give them one of our Comfort and Joy Bags. Contact can for any reason - fire, accident, flat tire, welfare check, etc.
We are hoping that these bags may comfort a weary heart and create happy moments through what we give. It is a blessing to be able to make someone’s day brighter and better.
While we hope never to re-do this project of creating 50 Comfort & Joy Bags, we will be ready to supply more when the need is there.
Check out our Photo Album of the evening we stuffed the bags. Our District Governor Debbie High and 'First Dude' Joe were able to join us. DG Debbie was our photographer.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 1st and Thurs the 3rd
Rockport Rotary Club is embracing some of the new initiatives allowed by Rotary International to invigorate and expand our membership. We now have two meeting days/times/locations for the convenience of our members. Attend at noon, attend in the evening or attend both depending on your schedule and preference. We are all Rotarians belonging to the Rockport Rotary Club - serving the needs of our community - local, national and international.
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is Laura Peterek, Texas Game Warden.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Payments to the Club via Credit Card
Everyone likes to earn free money or points for rewards or free air miles. Rockport Rotarians can do the same.Last year's board listened and authorized the establishment of Merchant Services for the club. So ...
Want to pay your dues and monthly statement by credit card ...
<<<<<<<<<< Find this section in the right sidebar of the home page of our website.
If there is enough interest we can even set up recurring payments monthly or quarterly. Please let the treasurer know if your interested in this feature. Treasurer - Phyllis Kline at RockportRotaryTreasurer@outlook.com or Phyllis@phylliskline.com or 361-557-1235.
The secretary/treasurer also has a swiper for use with a smartphone for in person payments at club meetings.
10th Annual Rockport Film Festival
Where do film screenings take place?
Traditionally, the Thursday night Red Carpet Party and screening is held outside, under the Autumn moon. The 2016 Red Carpet Party will take place on the lawn of the recently renovated 1867 RH Wood house, located at 203 N Magnolia street in Rockport.
The screenings on Friday & Saturday take place at Rockport Cinema 4, our local theater, at 2702 Hwy 35 N.
How do I attend the festival? Where do I purchase tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online through this website. Click here to buy tickets.
We recommend that you stay at the Lighthouse Inn, the official hotel of the Rockport Film Festival.
For Sponsorships - Click here for information packet.
Watch a compilation of the trailers for all five features films.
Club Meetings this week Tues the 25th and Thurs the 27th
Tuesday evening meeting
Please bring any items you have gathered for the Comfort and Joy Bag project.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
The meeting this week will be at a different location.
On October 25 - the whole Rockport Rotary Club is invited to participate in a service project. We will be stuffing the Comfort and Joy Bags at Nancy Paulson's home. Time will be the same - bring an appetizer to share - pizzas will be ordered - libations will be available. Check the Upcoming Events list for directions.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is The Rockport Film Festival. Read the top story on our website. Watch a compilation of the trailers for all five features films.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Mark your calendars - On October 25 - the whole Rockport Rotary Club is invited to participate in a service project. We will be stuffing the Comfort and Joy Bags at Nancy Paulson's home. Starting at 6 pm - bring an appetizer to share - pizzas will be ordered - libations will be available. Check the Upcoming Events list for directions.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 18th and Thurs the 20th
Tuesday evening meeting
Please bring any items you have gathered for the Comfort and Joy Bag project.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Mark your calendars - The meeting on October 25 will be at a different location.
On October 25 - the whole Rockport Rotary Club is invited to participate in a service project. We will be stuffing the Comfort and Joy Bags at Nancy Paulson's home. Time will be the same - bring an appetizer to share - pizzas will be ordered - libations will be available. Check the Upcoming Events list for directions.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is our Student of the Month.
The Rockport Rotary Club is proud to announce the October Student of the Month, Angel Alcala.
Angel is the son of Luz and Marcos Alcala. Throughout high school, he participated in Student Athletic Training, the National Honors Society, Student Council, Business Professional of America, and PALs. He also devotes his time to giving back to the community through the Healthy South Texas Youth Ambassador program, Relay for Life, Pirate Landing, and playing the piano for his church.
After high school, Angel will likely attend the University of Incarnate Word and eventually attend med school to become a pediatric physician.
The Rockport Rotary Club is proud to announce the October Student of the Month, Angel Alcala.Angel is the son of Luz and Marcos Alcala. Throughout high school, he participated in Student Athletic Training, the National Honors Society, Student Council, Business Professional of America, and PALs. He also devotes his time to giving back to the community through the Healthy South Texas Youth Ambassador program, Relay for Life, Pirate Landing, and playing the piano for his church.
After high school, Angel will likely attend the University of Incarnate Word and eventually attend med school to become a pediatric physician.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Please bring any items you have gathered for the Comfort and Joy Bag project to this meeting.
Mark your calendars - On October 25 - the whole Rockport Rotary Club is invited to participate in a service project. We will be stuffing the Comfort and Joy Bags at Nancy Paulson's home. Starting at 6 pm - bring an appetizer to share - pizzas will be ordered - libations will be available. Check the Upcoming Events list for directions.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 11th and Thurs the 13th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is a service project led by Kathy David. Come and lend a hand while we have lunch and fellowship.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Ducks Unlimited video
Club Meetings this week Tues the 4th and Thurs the 6th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is Steve Scheafer for Ducks Unlimited. Ducks Unlimited is the world's leader in wetlands and waterfowl conservation.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
DU got its start in 1937 during the Dust Bowl when North America's drought-plagued waterfowl populations had plunged to unprecedented lows. Determined not to sit idly by as the continent's waterfowl dwindled beyond recovery, a small group of sportsmen joined together to form an organization that became known as Ducks Unlimited. Its mission: habitat conservation
Go to the website to watch a PSA video.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 27th and Thurs the 29th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is Diane Probst telling the scoop and 411 on Seafair - October 6-9.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 20th and Thurs the 22nd
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is Diane Probst & Jim Elder with Vocational/Evening Meeting Update.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
3 ‘n 1 Seminar
Saturday, September 24, 2016, 8:30 am to 2:15 pm
Memorial Student Union Center, Texas A&M University-Kingsville (2nd Floor)
- 9 new interactive workshops
- 2 General sessions packed with Rotary News “hot off the press”
- “Gear Up! Fly High” with Sherri Muniz, Regional Rotary Coordinator Membership, Zone 21b, 2016-19
- Touch and Go sessions “You have questions; We have answers” on
- Club Insurance,
- Rotary Global Awards,
- Rotary Club Central,
- ClubRunner,
- Ignite membership toolkit,
- Public Image and Rotary Awareness resources.
Send your Foundation Chair, Membership Chair, Public Relations, Officers, Directors, members, NEW members - why not just bring your whole club - everybody will go away with something and some inspiration!
Begin the fun and fellowship by carpooling with your friends or even arranging for a bus with your fellow Rotarians for a day of Fun, Fellowship, good Food and new Rotary information and resources.
Printable Flyer with Schedule
Registration Now Open
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 13th and Thurs the 15th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Guest speaker - Lonnie Matthew will share some options and insights into the CPS system for our duffel bag project.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is the Student of the Month from Rockport-Fulton High School and our Vocational Award to a community member.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Club Meeting this week - Tues the 6th and Wed the 8th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Discussion of fundraiser and service project. Work on service project - bookmarks and labels in books.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program and speaker is Rotarian and Chamber CEO Diane Probst. Diane will be sharing about the plans and activities for HummberBird Celebration. The event happens September 15-18.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Heroes Cup Wounded Veterans
Please help get the news out that Heroes Cup Wounded Veterans will be driving into town next Wednesday, September 7th at 2:25-ish. They have procession with Police/Sheriff escort.
Schedule:
2:25-2:30 Hit south end of town: Downtown Austin St. to Bus Hwy 35
2:45-3:00 RFHS 15 min stop for Patriotic Welcome
3:00 Continue on Business Hwy 35 from RFHS to Cactus street turn-off. (Staying at LightHouse Inn)
I've organized between the organization and the High School for their events, what a nice ending to see crowds/individuals at various spots along route waving their support to our Veterans!!!
Please forward on to ALL!!! Make friends/anyone aware so they may stand along route to let these Veterans know they matter!
Thank you,
Cindy
This is the 3-day "Thank you for your service" event where 18-25 wounded veterans come to Rockport. They are taken out fishing w/guides & there is a fishing tournament. One night there is a "Meet & Greet" BBQ Dinner. They stay in Rockport during the 3 days at Lighthouse Inn.
Schedule:
2:25-2:30 Hit south end of town: Downtown Austin St. to Bus Hwy 35
2:45-3:00 RFHS 15 min stop for Patriotic Welcome
3:00 Continue on Business Hwy 35 from RFHS to Cactus street turn-off. (Staying at LightHouse Inn)
I've organized between the organization and the High School for their events, what a nice ending to see crowds/individuals at various spots along route waving their support to our Veterans!!!
Please forward on to ALL!!! Make friends/anyone aware so they may stand along route to let these Veterans know they matter!
Thank you,
Cindy
This is the 3-day "Thank you for your service" event where 18-25 wounded veterans come to Rockport. They are taken out fishing w/guides & there is a fishing tournament. One night there is a "Meet & Greet" BBQ Dinner. They stay in Rockport during the 3 days at Lighthouse Inn.
Club Meetings this week - Tues the 30th and Thurs the 1st
Tuesday evening meeting
Guest Speaker Evening - Listen to and discuss with Richard Bianchi, Aransas County Court-at-Law Judge. The role of the Court is to efficiently, impartially, and fairly manage and resolve a variety of conversies and disputes that are filed with and fall under its jurisdiction. The jurisdiction of this court is determined by the constitution and state statute. It is subject to change and alternation by the legislature, but generally speaking, the jurisdiction includes misdemeanor or criminal cases, class C appeals, civil matters, mental health cases and probate matters for Aransas County.
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program and speaker is Chief Tim Jayroe of The Rockport Police Department. It is the mission of the Rockport Police Department to provide the highest quality law enforcement and crime prevention services possible to our community and to work with other public and private entities to attain and sustain the highest possible quality of life for the people who reside and conduct business within our jurisdiction.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
What defines a Rotary club? You choose
What defines a Rotary club? You choose
Rotary’s Council on Legislation adopted two measures that are critical for our organization: clubs now have greater flexibility in when, where, and how they meet and the types of membership they offer. Rotary International General Secretary John Hewko blogs about the impact of these changes and how some clubs are already taking advantage of this new flexibility.
Reasons to love Rotary right now
Rotary unites leaders to take action in their communities and all over the world. From joining our historic movement to eradicate polio to being a part of the original social network, there are many reasons to love Rotary. Check out our list in the August issue of The Rotarian and find out why mentoring young leaders should be on your list.
Club meetings this week - Tues the 16th and Thurs the 18th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Discussion of fundraiser and service project.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program and speaker is District Governor Debbie High. She will be bringing stories, examples and maybe a few challenges on how we as Rockport Rotary Club and Rotarians can "Fly High with Rotary Serving Humanity"
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
The club members and spouses/significant others are also invited to a Social with DG Debbie and Joe "First Dude" on Wednesday evening at 7 pm at LATITUDE 28°02' Restaurant and Art Gallery, 105 N Austin St. Dinner and drinks are pay your own way.
Board meeting will be at Latitude's from 6-7 pm.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club meetings this week - Tues the 9th and Thurs the 11th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
New member induction and discussion of fundraiser and service project.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program and speaker is Robin Rice, Principal of Live Oak Learning Center, ACISD. Robin and Stephenie will share the details of the District grant written and received that is for the Leader in Me program at LOLC.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club meetings this week - Tues the 2nd and Thurs the 4th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Put it your calendar - New member induction - August 8th. Correction August 9
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program and speaker is Robin Rice, Principal of Live Oak Learning Center, ACISD. Robin and Stephenie will share the details of the District grant written and received that is for the Leader in Me program at LOLC.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Serving humanity through vocational service
Since the earliest days of Rotary, service to humanity has been our cornerstone and main purpose. RI President John F. Germ believes that Rotary, like no other organization, effectively brings together committed, capable professionals in a wide variety of fields, then enables them to achieve ambitious goals. Rotarians have the capacity, the network, and the knowledge to change the world. President Germ is challenging Rotarians to use their skills to catapult Rotary forward to be an even stronger force for good in the world. Read more about John Germ’s 2016-17 theme, Rotary Serving Humanity. Here are just a few ideas for activities your clubs can undertake:
- Lead a vocational training team to teach others about your field, or participate in a team to learn more yourself
- Apply your vocational skills to a project.
- Collaborate with Rotary’s service partners and share ideas on a project
- Join or work with a Rotarian Action Group on a service project.
- Emphasize integrity in your club by recognizing Rotarians for high ethical standards
- Inspire others by sharing your vocational service projects on Rotary Showcase
Review the humanitarian service goals to learn how your vocational service projects can help your club qualify for the 2016-17 Presidential Citation.
Club meetings this week - Tues the 26th and Thurs the 28th
Tuesday evening meeting
Join us for an informal round table discussion of the state of real estate and its development with Kiki DeAyala of DeAylala Properties and Islands of Rockport. Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Our program is Christy Ilfrey from Native Dave's Plants. Topic is Native/sustainable Plants/Landscapes. The mission of the company:
We strive to make positive changes in our community by way of sustainable landscape services, public plant sales, speaking engagements and writing projects. In business and life, we are inspired to conserve, preserve, restore and celebrate Nature.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club meetings this week - Tues the 19th and Thurs the 21st
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Program is CASA - National CASA and our network of 933 local community programs support ·volunteers serving children. The role of local CASA programs is to recruit, train and support volunteers in their work with abused children.
There are 106 children in Aransas county that need support from CASA. New grant funds have been awarded to the local office to provide additional support in Aransas County.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Presentation to Coastal Bend Troop Support - Donations and Goods
What: Presentation to Coastal Bend Troop Support - Donations and Goods
When: Tuesday, July 12 at 3:30 pm
Where: Coastal Bend Troop Support, 621 E. Market St., (across from City Hall)
Details: At DG Debbie High's installation, the service project was donations of goods, money and letters for the troops and CBTS. Approximately $2000 and 8 boxes of goods were donated. This is the presentation to Carla Reed and her staff. Because Rockport Rotary made a significant contribution for the installation of a flag pole and it is our hometown organization - all members of our club and community are invited.
Short notice due to trying to coordinate schedules.
Please try to include this short presentation in your schedule tomorrow and help promote Rotary and our activities in the community.
Thanks, Nancy
Nancy Paulson
Governor’s Aide, 2016-2017
Nancy@RockportWebSites.com
361-729-1180 office 361-463-8791 cell
Rotary International, District 5930
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Governor’s Aide, 2016-2017
Nancy@RockportWebSites.com
361-729-1180 office 361-463-8791 cell
Rotary International, District 5930
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www.facebook.com/RotaryDistrict5930
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CELEBRATE THE ROTARY FOUNDATION CENTENNIAL WITH #100ACTSOFGOOD
To mark the Rotary Foundation centennial, we’re encouraging members everywhere to do 100 acts of good throughout the year. Let others know by posting photos of yourself on social media, along with a brief description of the act, using #100actsofgood.Club meetings this week - Tues the 12th and Thurs the 14th
Tuesday evening meeting
Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Thursday Noon Meeting
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the new Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
2016 Council on Legislation
The 2016 Council on Legislation may well be remembered as one of the most progressive in Rotary history.
Not only did this Council grant clubs more freedom in determining their meeting schedule and membership, it also approved an increase in per capita dues of $4 a year for three years. The increase will be used to enhance Rotary’s website, improve online tools, and add programs and services to help clubs increase membership.
The Council is an essential element of Rotary’s governance. Every three years, members from around the world gather in Chicago to consider proposed changes to the policies that govern the organization and its member clubs. Measures that are adopted take effect 1 July.
Essential changes for clubs and districts
2016 Council on Legislation (The numbers in parentheses identify the relevant legislative enactments).
Club meetings this week - Tues the 5th and Thurs the 7th
Tuesday evening meeting
Discussions on service project and possible fundraiser. Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Our program at the Thursday Noon Meeting
is Club Assembly. Come with ideas for the new Rotary Year - service projects, bulletins, meals, socials, fundraisers, new guidelines from RI on attendance and more. All ideas and options will be considered. As PDG JD Simpson always shares - "Think outside the box."
Read the story and watch the video on the website about the Council of Legislation decisions and new guidelines on attendance and meeting options.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Reminder: If you can't make the meeting - notify the new Secretary - Phyllis Kline at Phyllis@PhyllisKline.com or 361-557-1235.
Club meetings this week - Thurs the 30th and Tues the 28th
Our program at the Thursday Noon Meeting
is a review of the past year. Thanks to the board and members, 100% attendance awards, and other catch-up.
Meeting is from Noon-1 at the Rockport Country Club.
Tuesday evening meeting
Come visit with DG Betty Frantum (DG until midnight June 30). Discussions on service project and possible fundraiser. Come with a Joke or card trick. We aim for fun. Bring a friend or two and join in.
Meeting is from 6-7 pm at the Key Allegro Yacht Club. Drinks, appetizers and/or dinner can be ordered.
Installation of 2016-2017 Officers
June 30, 2016 - Installation of President Stephenie Cochran and officers.
- Where: Key Allegro Yacht Club
- When: 6-7 pm
- Details:
- Beverages will be provided (beer, wine, soft drinks)
- Other drinks and food - cash, order from menu
- Key Allegro Yacht Club has extended an invitation - anyone can stay for dinner.
- Spouses and significant others - Welcome
- JD Simpson - Installing Officer
Interesting Links
Rotary Voices
Stories of service from around the world
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ROTARY FOUNDATION CENTENNIAL
The Rotary Foundation turns 100 in 2016-17! Our Foundation stands at the forefront of humanitarian service, having supported thousands of projects to provide clean water, fight disease, promote peace, and support basic education — as well as the historic initiative dedicated to eradicating polio worldwide.
Learn more about the history of The Rotary Foundation
How will you celebrate The Rotary Foundation’s Centennial?
How should Rockport Rotary Club celebrate The Rotary Foundation’s Centennial?
The Rotary Foundation is turning 100, and that’s definitely something worth celebrating. Visit our Centennial website to see what’s being planned, pick up ideas for your own celebration, and brush up on your Foundation history in our interactive timeline. There are also a few other surprises. Visit the website and join the excitement.
Your Rotary Board and Leadership Team for 2016-2017
After the election of officers for 2016-2017 in February, we had some changes in membership. President Elect Stephenie Cochran is looking for someone to fill the position of Treasurer.
Scholarships for 2016
Myra Kline and Steve Clarkson presented the scholarships from the Rockport Rotary Club Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation to 21 students on Thursday evening, May 26, 2016.
Service Project - Providing Comfort & Joy
The Evening Meeting is suggesting and developing service project for the club - bags of comfort and joy for children in crisis. We are working to find a connection through CASA, CPS and/or Police department.
Please collect as many as possible of the items below, or any other children’s items that would fit in a mid-sized bag. Items must be new, non-violent, and non-denominational. No food or candy, please. We are targeting two age groups - "12 and under" and "over 12."
Here’s a list of suggestions to get you started:
- Stuffed animals
- Coloring books & crayons
- Small toys for all ages
- School supplies and stationery
- Small toiletries: travel-size toothbrush/toothpaste, hotel soap and shampoo etc
- Items for teens/tweens: games, young-adult books, deodorant, makeup, trading cards
- Baby Stuff – rattles, pacifiers, bibs, diapers, baby clothes
- Books, journals or diaries
- Clothing of all kinds – t-shirts, baseball hats, knit caps, scarves, socks, shoes, underwear
- Hand held games
- Small photo albums
- Children love handcrafted items, too
Highlights from Rotary International
What millennials love about Rotary
Millennials, an ethnically diverse, fiercely independent generation of digital natives, are doing more than just snapping selfies—they’re looking for a way to make a difference in their communities. For Rotary, the millennial era could mean an influx of young, energetic members. The percentage of Rotarians under 40 has remained fairly steady at about 10 percent in recent years, but this could be the generation that bucks the trend. Find out what these young, ambitious professionals love about Rotary and why more and more are discovering that “Rotary has everything millennials want.
Spend Less. Give More.
Rotary Global Rewards opens up a world of opportunities. Rotary and Rotaract members can access thousands of discounts and special offers for travel, dining, entertainment and online shopping—from leading brands all over the world. And now create your own special offers to promote your business to the global community of Rotary. When you use Rotary Global Rewards the good you do comes back to you.
Polio News - Milestone switch made from tri- to bivalent OPV 
All 155 countries and territories that currently use oral polio vaccine (OPV) were expected to switch from trivalent to bivalent OPV in their routine immunization programs between 17 April and 1 May. The switch will protect children from the risk, though extremely rare, of contracting vaccine derived poliovirus, and is a critical step toward ending the disease. OPV will be removed once all wild polioviruses are eradicated. The switch has been made possible by the dedication of health workers, governments, partners and donors, and their continued support will be essential to achieving a polio-free world.
The Agents of Polio Eradication
The story behind The Agents of Polio Eradication
By Rotary communications staff ---->>>>>>>> Click the image to watch video
How do you tell the story of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative in comic-book form? That was the challenge that four Rotary staffers – Chris Brown, Brad Cowan, Kate Benzschawel and Stuart Cleland — faced in the summer of 2015. They needed an angle that would cover the major aspects of the GPEI’s work. But it had to be a story, not just a list of organizations and achievements.
Luckily, Kate had spotted “Polio Partners” in the September issue of The Rotarian, and suggested the team base the comic on the four pillars of the eradication effort – virus hunters, strategists, advocates, and immunizers. “They could be super-heroes,” said someone. “And they protect kids,” said another. “They’re the Agents of GPEI!” added a third.
That’s how it started. Soon, Stuart and Chris had written a script. Chris, whose non-Rotary alter ego is the artist 360°, began creating characters and experimenting with color and style as a paneled comic. Brad converted Chris’s work into a motion-comic, spending hours along with Kate tweaking frames, adding music and sound effects, and incorporating notes from the PolioPlus team.
The result – The Agents of Polio Eradication. We hope you enjoy it. And share it with your friends!
Membership Drive Continues to Grow
Rockpo
rt Rotary is in the process of establishing a second meeting date - Evenings 6-7 pm, Tuesdays.
rt Rotary is in the process of establishing a second meeting date - Evenings 6-7 pm, Tuesdays.Disaster Relief
Helping earthquake victims in Ecuador, Japan
Rotary members are among the first to reach
RI Council on Legislation
Council grants clubs greater flexibility
The 2016 Council on Legislation may well be remembered as one of the most
Houston Flooding and Disaster Aid USA
There is help for the Houston area and Rotarians.
Please read below the information from Wayne Beaumier, a Houston Rotarian and Disaster Chair for District 5890. District 5890 works with the organization Disaster Aid USA for their disaster responses.
Guest Speaker for April 21 ...
Our program today is the Student of the Month.
Taste of Rockport 2016 Update
We raised $25,000 for scholarships this year.
Restaurants - Please support our restaurants all year. Tell them you are a Rotarian and thank them for their support.
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Rotary Connections
Rotary is all about building lifelong friendships — connecting with fellow Rotarians across communities, cities, countries, and cultures. Just one connection can lead to a great partnership.
- Online
- Offline and in-person
- You don’t have to use a computer to make a connection. Outside of your club meetings, there are lots of opportunities to meet with other Rotarians in person. Here are a number of ways to get started.
- Other resources
Start making your connections today!
Celebrate Rotary’s 111th anniversary
Celebrate Rotary’s 111th anniversary
Are you seeking inspiration for ways to mark Rotary’s 111th anniversary on 23 February? Here are some thought-starter ideas:
- Host a celebration party at your next club meeting.
- Inform your social media followers on 23 February that it’s Rotary’s anniversary by changing your Facebook cover photo to a birthday cake.
- Encourage club members to bring a friend to your next meeting or to hear your next guest speaker.
- Plan a project and invite community members to volunteer their help.
- Sponsor a local event and use the opportunity to tell people about Rotary and about the work your club is doing in the community.
Odyssey Garden Grant Project
Another Opportunity to Flex your Muscles and help with the Odyssey Garden and our grant project.
We will be continue with the installation of the irrigation system at Odyssey Garden located at Live Oak School. This is one of our service projects so if you are available at 1:00 pm on Feb 17th to finish the irrigation system, please join me to help out. Here is my cell number to call if you need directions or if the weather is not looking too good for gardening. Remember you need to check in with the Odyssey office and have a photo ID.
Thanks, Kathy
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- Auction items for Taste of Rockport
- Project ideas for local service or donations from the club
Looking for a Few Good ... Memories
There is an item on the financial books called Literacy Grant. Does any one remember the details of this grant? As best we, the Board, can date is it was prior to 2007. We would the "who what when, how and how much" of this grant. Please search your memory banks and let any board member know.
Interact Video Awards shows the global impact of Interact
Interact Video Awards shows the global impact of Interact
This year Interact clubs from 25 different countries submitted videos showing how they learn leadership and share the magic of Interact. They showed the world how they make a difference in communities locally and globally. The award for “Best Video” went to the Interact Clubs of Aquinas, Central, Logan, Holmen and West Salem for their video, “iFeed.” These five Interact clubs, usually fierce competitors in sports, united a community to help end hunger. The judges also recognized three runners-up—The Interact Clubs of Geethaanjali, Hugh Boyd Secondary, and North Balwyn—for sharing their inspiring stories.
Watch all the finalist’s videos and learn how to get a head start on recording a video for next year’s campaign.
RI Presidential Theme for 2016-2017
“I believe everyone recognizes the opportunity to serve Rotary for what it truly is: not a small opportunity, but a great one; an opportunity of a lifetime to change the world for the better, forever through Rotary’s service to humanity,” said Rotary President-elect John Germ. Learn more about the 2016-2017 theme. http://on.rotary.org/GermTheme
News on the End Polio Campaign
Cyclists raise over $4 million in Miles to End Polio ride
The campaign to eradicate polio got a major financial boost from the annual Miles to End Polio bike ride, held as part of El Tour de Tucson, on 21 November in Arizona, USA. Rotary General Secretary John Hewko and a team of eight RI staff members helped raise $4.4 million. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will match the funds 2-to-1, bringing the total contribution to PolioPlus to more than $13.5 million.
European Parliament backs increased polio funding
The European Parliament passed three budget amendments on 28 October that explicitly identified polio eradication as an activity that could receive financial support from the European Union, signaling a renewed commitment to ending the disease.The parliament’s action builds on a written declaration signed earlier this year by over 400 of its members and comes at a critical time, as the global initiative works to expand on recent milestones to finish the fight against polio.
Activities roundup
More than 1,400 music lovers, including RI President K.R. Ravindran, International PolioPlus Committee Chair Michael K. McGovern, and Global Polio Eradication Initiative Director Hamid Jafari, along with other business and community leaders, turned out for a 1 November concert in Lucerne, Switzerland. Called Music for Life and performed by the Chamber Orchestra of Basel under the direction of Giovanni Antonini, the event raised $300,000 for polio eradication. The three Rotary districts covering Switzerland and Liechtenstein raised more than $600,000 for polio eradication in 2015.
Rotary’s third annual World Polio Day event on 23 October in New York City netted more than $194,000 in online contributions. This year’s milestones in the fight to end polio were also shared and celebrated widely across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media outlets. Here are a few highlights from events around the world.
The Rotary Club of Pays de Vitré, France, and Le Conservateur Group, a Paris-based asset management firm, raised more than $21,000 by entering a 40-foot sailboat, Le Conservateur, in a 5,400-mile trans-Atlantic race from Le Havre, France, to Itajaí, Brazil. The vessel, which displayed the End Polio Now logo, beat eight other boats in its class to win the race in a little over 24 days, 8 hours. Each click on Le Conservateur’s Facebook page generated a 1 euro donation to fight polio.
District 7630 (Delaware and part of Maryland, USA) raised more than $15,200 through a bike ride covering 240 miles along the eastern shore of Maryland and Delaware.
The Rotary Club of Glasgow North & Bishopbriggs, Strathclyde, Scotland, netted more than $1,800 through a fashion show.
The Chelsea High School Interact Club in Chelsea, Michigan, USA, raised more than $1,700 as part of an End Polio Now promotional event.
The Rotarian Photo Contest
Give Them your best shot
Enter your images in The Rotarian’s 2015 photo contest and you might see them in the pages of the magazine. The contest is open to members of Rotary, their families, and anyone who has taken part in a Rotary program. Enter up to three photos taken since 1 January 2015 in one of three categories: people, places, and projects.
Thieving Elves Gift Exchange
Thieving Elves Gift Exchange
We will be having our Thieving Elves Gift Exchange on December 17. Here is a reminder of the rules. We may need to confirm some of the variations and nuances ahead of time. The board also voted to increase the value to $20.Thieving Elves Gift Exchange Rules
Here are the basic rules:
1. Each player brings one wrapped gift to contribute to a common pool
The gift exchange organizer should provide information on what type of gift people should bring. We are going to $20 limit this year.
A Thanksgiving Invocation
For peace in a world where many know war
For health in a world where many are sore
For wealth in a world where many are poor
For friends in a world where friends are the core
These are precious gifts that we are thankful for.
Meeting this week
There will be no meeting this week. Enjoy time with family and friends.
With a sad heart
It is with a sad heart that I share this news. Raulie Irwin, a past member and president of our club, has passed away. Below is the notice along with service information.
Raulie Irwin, Jr. passed away November 20, 2015. He was 66 years old. He was born January 26, 1949, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Raulie Lee Irwin Sr. and Nan Kelly Irwin. He was a graduate of Texas A&M University, College Station, Class of 1972. Raulie was a very successful Real Estate Broker and appraiser in the Rockport area. In 2001, Raulie moved his family and his business to Goliad, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving wife, Georgia Anne Irwin of Goliad, Texas; sons, Nathan Irwin (Ronda) of Goliad, Texas, Zachary Irwin (Jennifer) of Liberty Hill, Texas; sister, Lenora Keas (William) of Portland, Texas; nephew, Mark Kurtz (fiancee, Laura Ann Gayle) of Norfolk,Virginia; four grandchildren, Kade, Barrett, Krayleigh, Keira, and twins on the way, and a very close clan of Kelly cousins.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 27, 2015, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Charlie Marshall Funeral Home in Aransas Pass, Texas. Funeral service will be held Saturday, November 28, 2015, at 10:00 am at Charlie Marshall Funeral Home in Aransas Pass, Texas. Burial will follow at the Prairie View Cemetery in Aransas Pass, Texas.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Make a Wish / Texas Gulf Coast, 12625 Southwest Freeway, Stafford, Texas 77477.
Community and Rotary's Area of Focus
The work of Rotary begins in the community, and every community has its own unique needs and concerns. While we serve in countless ways, we’ve focused our efforts in six key areas to maximize our impact. These areas encompass some of the world’s most critical and widespread humanitarian needs, and we have a proven record of success in addressing them:
- Peace and conflict prevention/resolution
- Disease prevention and treatment
- Water and sanitation
- Maternal and child health
- Basic education and literacy
- Economic and community development
Rotary members planning new service projects are encouraged to consider these areas and the many opportunities for innovative projects within them. This publication introduces each area and suggests how Rotary clubs and districts and their service partners can address these needs both locally and internationally.
Our President Kathy has requested we all think about needs in our local community of Rockport, Fulton and Aransas County that could be addressed with a service projects by the Rockport Rotary Club.
Here is a link to a Community Assessment Guide from Rotary International. It provides information, suggestions and six assessment tools.
The Rotary Foundation - Where Our Money Goes
2014-15 grants roundup
We’ve closed the door on a second full year of the new grant model and there’s a lot of good news to report: We awarded 1,078 global grants in 2014-15, up 24 percent from the previous year’s total. The dollar value of global grants totaled $64.9 million. The most popular area of focus was disease prevention and treatment, followed closely by water and sanitation. We also awarded 487 district grants, totaling $23.8 million. And we awarded 16 scholarships, totaling about $500,000, for study at UNESCO-IHE in the Netherlands.
From Rotary International Giving & Grants newsletter
Take action to create positive change locally and globally
Growing Local economies
Changing Detroit one entrepreneur at a time
A little over two years ago, Rotary members in Detroit, Michigan, USA, began an ambitious program to help entrepreneurs launch or expand their businesses by providing microloans and pairing them up with Rotarian mentors. Since then, LaunchDetroit has helped dozens of small businesses, like Willie Blake’s All About Technology computer shop.From Rotary Weekly
Rotary Weekly brings you the latest Rotary news, features, and resources.
Community Service - Coastal Bend Troop Support
From Coastal Bend Troop Support - Thanks to two Rotarians (JD Simpson and Brian Comrie) and lots of other supportor we have started work on getting our new location ready.The story:
Our original troop center building was sold in May, so we moved into a small city-owned building to continue our boxing mission. Thankful that we found a place to move our operation to, we still found ourselves cramped into a place not quite suited to our needs. After much searching and hard work, we are finally ready to move into a much larger space, just across the street from the Rockport City Hall on Market Street.
On Sunday, Nov 1, we started painting and cleaning the building at 621 E. Market in Rockport to get it ready to be our new home for our "care" package project. Looking forward to having more room.
We have also kicked off our Christmas project, "Fill a Stocking for a Deserving Troop". Let me know if you want to participate. In order for these to get to our troops we need to have them back into us on the 18th or 20th of Nov. Remember they are going overseas.
Thank you everyone. Your support helps lift the spirit so many troops, letting them know Americans care.
Carla Reed 361-438-0540 - www.coastalbendtroopsupport.com
Adopt a Highway Spring 2015
On a cool October 17th, 2015, approximately 34 people, representing a partnership of 3 different groups, Rockport Rotary, R-F Interact club and the Church of Jesus Christ, LDS, conducted a Trash Clean-up along the two miles (from Linden to 1781 beyond the Hwy 35 By-pass intersection, with Hwy 2165). This Clean-up, organized by the Rockport Rotary Club, is one of two clean-ups, the Rotary organizes every year under the "Adopt a Highway" program of the Texas Dept. of Transportation. It was very successful - about 28 bags of trash were collected by the group.
The Rotary Foundation - goal for 2015-2016
Our President for 2015-2016 has set the goal of 100% club participation in Every Rotarian Every Year.
Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions.
What is our club status of reaching 100% EREY?
We started the year and this campaign with 34 members - 23 have committed to EveryRotarianEveryYear. That means we are 68% of the way to the goal of 100%.
We are just seven members shy of reaching our goal. If you are one of the seven who has not yet contributed $100 to the Foundation, please do so now.
The deadline for recognition is fast approaching.
Not sure if you are one of the seven - ask John Jackson, Nancy Paulson or any board member.
What does this mean?
The Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) initiative asks every Rotarian to support The Rotary Foundation every year with a donation of at least $100.
How do I give my money?
The easiest way is to let our Foundation Chair, John Jackson, do all the work for you. John has volunteered to do all the work of submitting and making sure you get the correct recognition. Fill out this form and submit it with your check or cash to John and he will take care of the rest.
You can also go online and donate via credit card. You can have them with one time or at various other intervals - you choice. Click here to donate online. Please tell John that you have done it this way so he can track our progress.
Where does my money go?
Your gift to the Annual Fund helps Rotary clubs take action today to create positive change in communities at home and around the world. Your contributions help us strengthen peace efforts, provide clean water and sanitation, support education, grow local economies, save mothers and children, and fight disease.
Taste of Rockport 2016
There will be a meeting for Taste of Rockport November 2 at 5:30 at Nancy's house. I am trying a different day of the week - hopefully more folks can come on a Monday. Some major decisions need to be made.
All members are welcome. See you there.
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World Polio Day
Rotary’s Role
- As the volunteer arm of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, polio eradication is Rotary’s top philanthropic goal. We were the catalyst to the effort.
- Rotary’s chief role is fundraising, advocacy, awareness raising and mobilizing volunteers.
- Rotary’s involvement started with a successful pilot project to immunize children in the Philippines in 1979.
- Since 1985, polio eradication has been Rotary’s flagship project. This year marks thirty years of Rotary commitment to ending this disease.
- In addition to fundraising and advocacy efforts, many Rotary members join health workers in polio-affected countries to immunize children against polio.
- Rotary members around the world advocate to ensure governments, the private sector and the general public are aware of the historic opportunity to eradicate polio and encourage them provide the necessary financial and political support.
- Through the “End Polio Now: Make History Today” campaign, every dollar Rotary contributes to polio eradication (up to US$35 million/year through 2018) will be matched 2-to-1 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
- Rotary has contributed more than US$1.4 billion dollars and committed countless volunteer hours to fight the disease.
The Pathway to Eradication
- Rotary and its partners are on-track to end polio in the next few years. The eradication effort has seen significant progress in recent years:
- In January 2014, we celebrated one of the world’s greatest achievements in global health: India being certified as polio-free. India was once considered the hardest place on earth to stop polio. Now, India’s success proves polio can be stopped in even the most challenging conditions.
- In September 2015, Nigeria – Africa’s last polio-endemic country – was declared polio-free by the World Health Organization.
- The entire continent of Africa has not reported a polio case since August 11, 2014.
- Since the global initiative began more than 25 years ago, Rotary and its partners have reduced polio cases by 99.9% percent worldwide.
- When the initiative started in 1988, more than 350,000 people were stricken by polio every year - nearly 1,000 new polio cases every day.
- All countries must continue to maintain high routine immunization coverage until polio is eradicated everywhere.
Why Polio
- Polio will be only the second human disease ever eradicated (after smallpox).
- No child anywhere in the world will have to suffer from a disease which has no cure, but is completely preventable.
- Polio efforts are reaching previously inaccessible children, which opens the door to them benefiting from other global health and development resources.
- The infrastructure created by the polio program – from the vast surveillance and laboratory networks, to the hundreds of thousands of local health workers – are already being used to address other health challenges and diseases.
Call to Action
- Share your voice by raising awareness that we are “This Close” to ending polio.
- Encourage your government to support polio eradication.
- See your donation tripled through the 2:1 match by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation when you contribute to Rotary’s efforts to end polio.
- Visit endpolio.org to learn more and contribute.
Community Service - Items for Good Samaritans
Community Service - Items for Good Samaritans
This week is the last week for bringing food items.
The holiday season is approaching fast. As you start thinking about your plans, think of those who need some assistance. The local Good Samaritans are always in need for items for their food distribution. This is especially so during the holidays. The Rockport Rotary Club will again this be collecting food for the Good Samaritans' Christmas Baskets. Angie Ruddock is the chair. She will be sharing with you when to start bringing items to the meetings.
Since sometimes stores have special prices and displays during the entire holiday season from Halloween through Christmas, we are sharing the list of needed items for the Christmas Baskets. Start shopping!
List of Needed Items
- Canned Vegetables - 16 oz.: green beans, corn, sweet potatoes, mixed vegetables
- Canned Fruit - 16 oz.: pineapple, peaches, fruit cocktail
- Instant Potatoes
- Stovetop Stuffing
- Gravy Packets
- Candy Canes
- Cranberry Sauce - 16 oz.
- Cash donations which will provide the turkey, margarine, rolls and fresh fruit
Community Service
Mark your Calendars - Rockport Film Festival
November 5-7, Cinema 4
Opening Night Red Carpet Party at the Rockport Center for The Arts
Closing Hospitality Party at the Fulton Mansion Education Center on Saturday November 7
Signup sheets available at the meeting and here online.
We hope to have some Interactors join us.
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Items for Good Samaritans
The Rockport Rotary Club will be collecting food for the Good Samaritans' Christmas Baskets. Angie Ruddock is the chair. Boxes will will be available for collection this week.
List of Needed Items
- Canned Vegetables - 16 oz.: green beans, corn, sweet potatoes, mixed vegetables
- Canned Fruit - 16 oz.: pineapple, peaches, fruit cocktail
- Instant Potatoes
- Stovetop Stuffing
- Gravy Packets
- Candy Canes
- Cranberry Sauce - 16 oz.
- Cash donations which will provide the turkey, margarine, rolls and fresh fruit
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Be a Gift to the World through the Avenues of Service
Be a Gift to the World through the Avenues of Service
RI President K.R. Ravindran challenges us to use our gifts — talents, knowledge, abilities, and efforts — to make an impact through our service, the backbone of club activity. Through our network, we have access to many resources that enable us to plan and carry out effective, sustainable projects. Here are a few examples of service activities with ongoing impact:
- The Rotary Club of Udaipur Udai, Rajasthan, India, partnered with a cooperating organization to provide computer literacy classes for older residents. Members of the Rotaract Club of Aishwarya volunteered as teachers for the training, which covered topics including scheduling appointments, making reservations, and paying bills online. The Rotary club members provide continuing consultation for participants after they complete the classes.
- The Rotary Club of Santurce, Puerto Rico, collaborated on a Rotary Friendship Exchange with the Rotary Club of Port of Spain West, Trinidad and Tobago, to build fellowship and friendship and to explore international service opportunities. The group from Puerto Rico visited several projects in Trinidad, engaged in fellowship, and met members of the Interact club and the Rotary Community Corps sponsored by the Port of Spain West Rotary club. The Puerto Rican Rotary members will host their new friends from Trinidad and Tobago later this year.
- The Rotary Club of Irvine, California, USA, teamed up with Irvine Valley College to host an interview workshop and mock interviews for local college students. The students were interviewed by a panel of three Rotarians and then received feedback to improve their interviewing skills.
- Through a global grant, the Rotary Club of Santa Maria, Bulacan, Philippines, works with the Rotary Community Corps of Pulong Buhangin 2 and other partners to provide safe water and sanitation for a community in Santa Maria Bulacan.
New Service for our members
Please watch for another email concerning sign-ups for the Community Table Service Project. We will also have paper sign-ups at tomorrow's meeting.
The club needs your help
The club needs your help
Still looking for a few good members.
- Operation Santa Claus - Terri Whitman, Chair She is looking for a few good shoppers and wrappers.
- Oysterfest - Steve Clarkson, Chair, ????, co-chair
- Community Table - ????, Chair
- Taste of Rockport - Nancy Paulson, Chair
- Sponsorships - ????,Chair
- Promotions and Marketing - ????, Chair
- Registration & Tickets - ????, Chair
- Cookbook – Recipes - ????, Chair
Can your name be placed in one of the slots where there are question marks?
District Fireside Chats
Visit the new Member Center at RI
Visit the new Member Center at RI
The Member Center at RI - https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/member-center gives you access to the many benefits and resources available to members, including:
- Rotary Global Rewards (see below for more information)
- Rotary publications and products, licensed vendors, mobile apps, and online tools
- Awards and donor recognition opportunities
- Rotary International Convention, our biggest event of the year
- The Rotarian, the official magazine of Rotary
ROTARY GLOBAL REWARDS NOW LIVE
Rotary Global Rewards is a new member benefit program designed to make membership even more rewarding for Rotarians. This exciting program includes discounts on products and services such as travel, car rentals, hotels, dining and entertainment. It’s our way of giving back to those who give so much.
Rotary Global Rewards: the good you do comes back to you.
Paul Harris Society
“I participate in the Paul Harris Society because I care. These contributions demonstrate our commitment to serve others.” – Elaine Love, Paul Harris Society Coordinator for District 5450
Named after Rotary's founder, the Paul Harris Society recognizes Rotary members and friends of The Rotary Foundation who contribute $1,000 or more each year to the Annual Fund, PolioPlus, or approved global grants. The purpose of the Paul Harris Society is to honor and thank individuals for their generosity of annual support to The Rotary Foundation.
“I have been inspired watching Rotarians jump at the chance to be charter members of the Paul Harris Society. I am experiencing a truly historic moment.” – Yale Jones, Paul Harris Society Coordinator for District 5520
What your gift supports
With your gift you’re promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, supporting education, and growing local economies through grants that:
- Bring peace-building seminars to 200 teachers and 1,300 students in Uganda.
- Distribute insecticide-treated mosquito nets and medical services that help prevent malaria in Mali.
- Train teachers who are establishing an early childhood education center in South Africa.
- Provide water filters, toilet blocks, and hygiene training to prevent fluorosis in a community in India.
- Fund a scholarship for a medical professional to research treatment to minimize mortality rates among premature babies in Italy.
- Protect children around the world from polio.
Rotary Direct, Rotary's recurring giving program, makes it easy to join the Paul Harris society.
Recognition
Rotary districts often honor new members of the Paul Harris Society by creating certificates for them and presenting them with their insignia at a district or club event in a way that is culturally appropriate and comfortable for each member.
Resources & reference
- Paul Harris Society brochure
- Paul Harris Society FAQ
- Paul Harris Society promotional form
- Paul Harris Society PowerPoint
- Rotary Direct recurring giving program
- Doing Good video
Ed Foundation needs our support
The ACISD Education Foundation is looking for shoppers for their Shopping Tournament 2015. This event benefits the Education Foundation in their support of our students and teachers. Click on the image to register your team.
Guest speaker for last week
As you found out last week's speaker was Jordan Fisher.We were delighted to welcome Jordan Fisher to speak today about the future of YMCA in our community. She is heading up the project as Chair of the Rockport YMCA Development Committee so please do get in touch with your support.. I know some of us are already looking forward to becoming members!
Below is this week's guest speaker - correctly noted.
Water Supply in Rockport and Fulton
Great presentation by Mike Donoho, Director of Public Works for the City of Rockport, on water quality and regulations. Our water is safe for consumption, and will continue to be with the diligence of our public works department. Wonder how many of us will be checking our sprinkler systems for shut off valves, checking with the plumber who installed the systems and checking our wells, if we have one? All for the status of our back-flow valves.
Great news on our capacity, quality and due diligence on the part of city workers. Rockport and Fulton water comes from the San Patricio Municipal Water District with multiple daily checks on its quality.
Taste of Rockport Meeting
A Taste of Rockport meeting will be held tonight at 5:30 Nancy's house. Decisions will be made concerning
- the date of the event,
- cookbooks,
- restaurants invited,
- entertainment and
- sponsorships.
Nancy's house - Address 3207 Henderson Street
Business Hwy 35 to Traylor (Rockport Country Club entrance, same corner as the IBC bank) turn into the Country Club. At the stop sign - turn left on Henderson. We are the last house on the right before the curve. Don’t necessarily watch the house numbers, they are funny because of side streets. Make the curve and pull into the driveway. Use the bell for the office door from the driveway.
Alternate directions for the Bypass - You could take the 35 Bypass to its end and turn right onto FM 3036. It has a light at Business 35 (Rockport Bakery, EZ stop gas) turn right here. First light is Henderson, but it’s best to pass this one up and go to … Second light will be the Traylor mentioned above, turn right and then left at the stop sign.
Welcome to our new members
Patrice Gorski and Amy Thurlkill
Questions & Answers About Rotary Institute 2015
Are you interested in Rotary training?- Wondering if it will be worth your time?
- You can’t take off work and be in San Antonio from Sept. 15 to Sept. 20, what can you attend for a shorter time?
- How much will it cost?
All good questions – hopefully here’s some answers.
- All training events and meals, unless otherwise noted, happen at the Westin Riverwalk Hotel, 420 W Market Street. San Antonio, TX 78205.
- All Rotarian Club Luncheon on Friday at the San Antonio Convention Center.
- Friday Dinner at the Don Strange Ranch, Welfare, TX
If you can attend Rotary Institute on Friday & Saturday, September 18 & 19, this is what you will get:
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Seven Sessions of about 45 minutes each & A Bonus session 8 if you can stay until Sunday
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COST: Zero, Nada, Zilch Please register, so we can have space and materials.
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Session I
Friday
9:15-10:00
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Rotary Video “Make a Difference”
Theme: “Rotary’s Strengthened Brand”
Speaker: RIDE Jennifer Jones
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Session 2
Friday
10:30-11:15
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Rotary Video “New Brand Introduction”
Theme: “Harnessing the Power of Word of Mouth and Social Media to Build Your Brand and Rotary”
Speaker: Paul Rand – Author of the Best Selling Book “Highly Recommended”
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All Club Lunch
Friday
11:00-2:15
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All Rotarian Club Luncheon at the San Antonio Convention Center
Rotary’s tradition of ringing the bell to open the weekly meeting – All Rotary Club Presidents of Districts 5840, 5870, 5890, and 5930
Any member of the club attending can ring the bell. You do not need to bring your bell.
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Session 3
Friday
2:45-3:30
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Rotary Video “New Brand – Water”
Theme: “Rethinking Rotary’s Humanitarian Service”
Speaker: Dr. Robert Lupton, Author of the Number 1 Best Seller Book Toxic Charity
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Session 4
Friday
3:45-4:30
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Rotary Video “New Brand – Maternal Health”
Theme: “Scars of the Children”
Speaker: PDG Dean Rohrs
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Session 5
Saturday
8:00-8:45
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Rotary Video “New Brand – Literacy”
Theme: "How to Engage Someone in Humanitarian Service in 15 Seconds”
Speaker: Michael Angelo Caruso
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Session 6
Saturday
9:15-10:30
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“How to Engage Rotarians in Humanitarian Service” Discussion groups
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Session 7
Saturday
1:00-5:00
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Local Service Project: Kingdom for Kids
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Session 8
Sunday
9:45-11:30
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Rotary Video “New Brand – Health”
Theme: “The Young Professional in Rotary”
Speakers: Young Professionals from Zones 21b & 27
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Add-in the All Club lunch on Friday for $35 and hear John F. Germ, President - Elect of Rotary International
- Add-in the Class Reunion Dinner (Western Dress) at the Don Strange Ranch on Friday for $45.
- Add-in the Presentation and Local Club Rotarian Dinner / Dance and Introduction of the 2016 – 2017 District Governors on Saturday for $50.
- Additional Add-ins available on the registration form – Check them out. Register Here.
- Clubs sending more than one member can have one member register for the correct number, names can be provided as you arrive.
- Hotel reserved block rate is available until August 27 at the Westin Riverwalk Hotel. Rooms are going fast - another fifty added on 7/28.
Staff is still at work setting up a Youth mini-institute for Saturday. More details to come.
Do you have a passion for The Rotary Foundation, Membership or the Rotary Public Image?
-- If you are working at the club or District level, you might want to consider the special learning tracks Rotary and the Zone staff has developed.
-- Each track includes 3 hours of training, materials to bring home with you, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday dinners as well as Thursday, Friday, Saturday luncheons AND all the sessions listed above on Friday and Saturday. Registration cost for each track is $350 and the time for Wednesday evening, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16 -20.
-- Lunch and dinner speakers include: Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair Ray Klinginsmith, Greg E. Podd, Rotary International Vice President 15-16 and John F. Germ, President - Elect of Rotary International
- Additional tracks available for District Trainer ($350), Emerging District leaders ($285) and Past District Governors ($295 w/forum and $250 w/o forum) and District Rotary Leadership Institute ($350).
- Additional Add-ins available on the registration form – Check them out. Register Here.
- Hotel reserved block rate is available until August 27 at the Westin Riverwalk Hotel. Rooms are going fast - another fifty added on 7/28.
Ready to learn more about yourself, your leadership style?
-- Attend one day seminar - Opposite Strengths - Information useful in your Rotary life as well as your work life and other organizations.
-- This is offered for just $97 on either Tuesday or Wednesday. Listed as an add-on on the Registration page.
All this and the fellowship of Rotary. Rotarians from the 1900+ clubs in the Rocky Mountain Zones of 21b and 27. Rotarians from the staff of Rotary International. Rotarians learning together to increase awareness of Rotary and to "be a gift to the world."
Zone website - http://rizones21-27.org
Donate to help Texas Flood Relief
Donate to help Texas Flood Relief
Rotarians in District 5840 and District 5870 are working in conjunction to support the long-term community needs recovering from this natural disaster.You can help the friends and families impacted by recent recording flooding and storms in Texas.
Donations are being accepted online or by mail until December 31, 2015.
Please designate which region you wish to support with your generosity - Central Texas (Bastrop County/ 05870) or South Central (Wimberley and Hays County I 05840)
By mail - and please note in the memo line which region and District the donation is to benefit.District 5870 Keyway, Inc.
PO Box 86
Shiner, TX 77984
Spread the Word
Do even more good
Rotary Global Rewards is a newly launched member benefits program that will help you and everyone in your club accomplish more good work, build deeper Rotary friendships, and share your story with someone new.Zone Institute 2015
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Guest Speaker for July 16 ...
Nancy Paulson will share some of the new features of our website and communication tools. My Rotary from Rotary International will also be shared.
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Guest Speaker for July 9 ...
Carla Reed from Coastal Bend Troop Support - Care Packages for our Troops - our American Heroes.
Items needed, in individual packs:
- Beef Jerky, tuna in the pouch
- Breakfast bars, energy bars
- Nuts, Sunflower seeds, corn nuts
- Peanut butter crackers, cheese crackers
- Gum, regular and sugar free
- Drink mixes with electrolytes for 16 oz. bottled water
- Basic toiletry supplies - travel sizes are the best
Tax deductible donations for postage are always welcome.
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"Rotary Choice" Videos
Check out the website at -www.RockportRotary.com for some fantastic videos and vote for your favorite.
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"Rotary Choice" Videos
Earlier this year, RI asked you to submit videos of your club or district's work in the community and to vote for your favorite among the entries submitted.
We're pleased to present the four "Rotary Choice" videos showing Rotarians in action:
Rotary Club of Petion-Ville, Haiti
Rotary Club of Panaji Mid-Town, Goa, India
Rotary Club of Anchorage, Alaska, USA
Rotary Club of Alpharetta, Georgia, USA
Rotary Club of Panaji Mid-Town, Goa, India
Rotary Club of Anchorage, Alaska, USA
Rotary Club of Alpharetta, Georgia, USA
WOW! Watch and then vote for your favorite!
K.R. Ravindran becomes the first Sri Lankan to head Rotary
Ravindran urges Rotary's 1.2 million members to give the gifts of time, talent, and knowledge to improve lives in communities across the globe
EVANSTON, Ill., USA (25 June, 2015) — K.R. "Ravi" Ravindran, a business leader from Colombo, Sri Lanka, takes office on 1 July as the 105th president of Rotary International – a global network of 1.2 million volunteers dedicated to tackling the world's most pressing humanitarian challenges.
Ravindran, a member of the Rotary Club of Colombo, says a top priority will be to strengthen clubs by attracting men and women committed to improving communities worldwide through volunteer service.
From supporting local food pantries to providing clean water in remote villages, Rotary clubs join forces to carry out impactful and sustainable projects at home and abroad. And Rotary members often are both first-responders and re-builders when major disasters strike, because Rotary clubs are present in every corner of the world.
Read the full story and watch a video on our website - www.RockportRotary.com
K.R. Ravindran becomes the first Sri Lankan to head Rotary
Ravindran urges Rotary's 1.2 million members to give the gifts of time, talent, and knowledge to improve lives in communities across the globe
EVANSTON, Ill., USA (25 June, 2015) — K.R. "Ravi" Ravindran, a business leader from Colombo, Sri Lanka, takes office on 1 July as the 105th president of Rotary International – a global network of 1.2 million volunteers dedicated to tackling the world's most pressing humanitarian challenges.
Ravindran, a member of the Rotary Club of Colombo, says a top priority will be to strengthen clubs by attracting men and women committed to improving communities worldwide through volunteer service.
New weekly Bulletin format
Kathy David as requested a modification of the weekly newsletter. It will still be delivered via email, but it looks and acts a bit different.
- Top picture - Please submit a picture of a special place to you, a Rotarian in Action, a Club event - you get the idea. Minimum size is 600 x 150.
- It can be sent to more than just our members. Think Rotary and Club Awareness. Suggest a name to added to our list - public officials, folks you are trying to get interested in Rotary, etc.
- If you see a story or topic of interest - may be from the Rotarian magazine - let me know and I will add stories about it.
Please submit pictures, names, and topics to Nancy Paulson, Secretary, Nancy@RockportWebSites.com, 729-1180.
Upgraded Attraction in Aransas County
Our guest speakers for the February 12th Rockport Rotary Club meeting were Deb Corpora, Pathways Steering Committee and Ellen Reisinger, Plant Nature and Birding Volunteer Extraordinaire.The talk included information about various birding and reflecting areas in Aransas County that have been developed for birders and "non birders" alike. Ellen also spoke about various plants and flora that are of interest to the migratory birds that travel through Rockport each year and things that we can add to our gardens to encourage their visits here.
Welcome Yvonne Perez
Rockport Rotary Club welcomed a new member during their February 12th meeting.Our newest member Yvonne Perez was installed during our luncheon on Thursday. Yvonne is employed by Gulf Pointe Retirement Village. Though Yvonne is new to our Rotary family she has a history with our Rotary club in that two of her children have been past scholarship recipients.
Welcome Yvonne!
Vocational Award for February
Phyllis Kline presents Gene Johnson with the Vocation Award at Rotary. Gene manages the Aransas County Airport.Prison escape case of the Texas Seven as our Program
Retired Inspector General John Moriarty gives a Rotary Program on the prison escape case of the Texas Seven. This happened at Christmas time in December. Of the seven, four of the escapees have been executed, one killed himself at the scene and the other two are up for execution.Our Endangered Oyster Reefs
Our speaker and program for this week's meeting is Dr. Lee Smee. Rotarian Jeanie Whitliff arranged for this speaker to share about our endangered oyster reefs. Please watch this video in preparation for the discussion.Taste of Rockport 2015
Service From The Heart
Taste of Rockport is a “Tantalizing Evening” where you get to sample and taste from 17 local eating establishments. The Rockport Rotary Club has gathered these restaurants and caterers for *One Evening * One Place * One Price*. Paws and Taws, Fulton Convention Center is the location. February 12th from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm is the date and time. Live Music, Beer & Wine, and a Live Auction also come as part of the evening.
Allegro Bay Restaurant & Bar, Bellino’s, Bleu Crab Café, Caroline’s Turtle Bay Café, Capt. Benny’s, Cheryl’s By the Bay, Glow, HEB, K-BOBS Steakhouse, Kendrick Farms BBQ, Latitude 28 02, Moondog Seaside Eatery, Paradise Key Dockside Bar and Grill, Redfish Willie’s Waterfront Grill, RFHS Culinary Arts students, Rockport Bakery, and Skinny Bob’s Coneys. Rusty's Tropical Bar & Grill has joined the line-up. Yes, that is 18 restaurants and caterers. We also have the fine wines of Winery on the Bay. Andrews Distributing will be assisting with the beer.
VIP Table Sponsors are Coastline Vacations (Terri Whitman), Value Bank (Myra Kine), Rockport Web Sites (nancy Paulson), The Rockport Group at Morgan Stanley (John Jackson), KRM Consulting, Charter Bank, Phyllis Kline, Realtor, Lee Jones, Symphonic Financial (Angie Ruddock), Sig Murphy, Jerry Channell, Stewart Title, GSM Insurors (JD Debler) and JD Simpson. Space is still available if you know of someone who would like a table.
Our Live Auction this year is being developed.We are still finalizing our packages and will post them on our Facebook page – www.Facebook.com/TasteofRockport. Oh yes – we have the Mystery Box again - $10 a ticket for a chance at over $1000 worth of merchandise.
All funds raised through this event go toward scholarships for our graduates from Rockport-Fulton HS. Since 1980 the Scholarship Foundation has awarded $190,000 in scholarships. Last three years combined provided scholarship in excess of $80,000. The Rockport Rotary Club Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation is proud to support our youth and future leaders.
All of the above – the tastings from 18 restaurants, live music, beer and wine, live auction – will all be assisted by the Little Bay Sea Queens.
All of the above for just $60 per person. Act soon because ticket prices go up on February 1st to $75. Purchase tickets at R-F Chamber of Commerce and online at www.TasteOfRockport.com. Full explanation of Tickets and table benefits and costs.
Printable Taste of Rockport flyer
Diane Probst, Chair, Taste of Rockport, 2015
Rotary Club of Rockport
March of Dimes
Heather Butscher and Sara Longoria from the Corpus Christi March of Dimes office presented the program for the Rockport Rotary on Thursday, January 8th. Both ladies took the opportunity to explain their roles with the March of Dimes and also gave a brief history of how the March of Dimes began and what their focus would be for the future.
The March of Dimes played a key role along with Rotary in the ratification of Polio at its conception now that Polio has been eradicated in the US they are currently focusing on the prevention of premature births and infant mortality.
Thank you John for all of your efforts in securing such interesting speakers!
Upcoming District 5930 events
All dates are 2015.
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| January 17 | All District Rotary Foundation Fiesta Fundraising Dinner/Gala Register | Laredo (Embassy Suites) |
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| January 24 | Regional District Best Practices Workshop for Membership Development and Public Image of Rotary | Victoria (Country Club) |
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| February 6-9 | RYLA - Rotary Youth leadership Awards Late Registration is available. More Information | Mathis (Lake) |
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| February 21 | Rotary International 110th Birthday Party and Dance for Major Donors, Bequest Society Members and Paul Harris Society Members | Corpus Christi (Town Club) |
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| February 28 | Regional District Best Practices Workshop for Membership Development and Public Image of Rotary | Harlingen (TBD) |
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| March 5-8 | President Elect Training Seminar (PETS) More Information & Registration | Dallas (Hyatt DFW) |
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| March 21 | Rotary Foundation Stewardship Qualification Training for 2015-16 and Rotary Foundation Club Awards Luncheon | Corpus Christi (Town Club) |
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| March 28 | District Four-Way Test Speech Contest and District Rotary Youth Luncheon More Information and Contacts | Corpus Christi (Ortiz Center) |
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| April 17 | All Club Luncheon | Edinburg (Renaissance Center) |
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| April 17-19 | District Conference including All District Luncheon | Corpus Christi (various locales including Ortiz Center) |
Rockport Film Festival 2014
Rotary’s portion of the Film Festival was $4,416.29. Rotarians applauded with gratitude as they received notice of their portion raised. It was amazing how well we all worked together with the Rockport Center for the Arts on the new location. Jeff Dinger, Cinema 4 owner, was an excellent partner in making this happen. We are extremely grateful to the Rockport Center for the Arts and their staff, particularly John Aasp, for making this an excellent event for the both of us.Set your dates now for 2015
November 5-7
November Student of the Month
Rockport Rotary Student of the Month for Nov., 2014 is Cameron Childers. He is the son of Kerri Childers and Joe Childers. He is a very poised, senior student who is active in choir, Spanish Club, Business Professional of America, UIL competition in both Accounting & computer application, MAXA, acting as a mentor, the Rockport-Fulton Challenge team and National Honor Society. In addition to being selected as our Student of the month by his Teachers and counselors, he was named as a finalist in the Field of Technology by the judges of the 2014 Caller-Times /Citgo Distinguished Scholars in South Texas competition.November’s Vocational Award
Phyllis Kline presented November’s Vocational Award to Derek Hurst, who is the builder of Captain’s Bay Estates along with other projects in Rockport. The award was based on him developing Captain’s Bay and building affordable, quality housing in the $130,000 to $160,000 -/+ range at a time when no other builder was doing that. Basically, he saw a need and stepped in to fill that niche.Fun in the snow!
John Connelly, a Winter Texan Rotarian for New York, sent these photos to remind us of other locations and that even with all the snow available - Fun can be had.
Service Project for November
Fire Chief Rickey McLester received an award at the Rotary Club of Rockport meeting Thursday for his heroism in fighting a fire and letting the community know to bring toys and clothes to the family who lost everything. Great work!! We are so proud of you and all of our firefighters! Thanks for all you do!We provided the family with new school uniforms and Lincoln Logs.
It's World Interact Week!
In celebration of World Interact Week Nov. 3-6, I am presenting last year's winning video from the Interact Club of Kathmandu Mid-Town, Nepal. Also the invitation to all Interact Clubs from Rotary International to join this years contest.
Interact Video Contest 2014: The Interact Effect and Best.Day.Ever. Tell us your Interact club's story for a chance to win US$500 toward your next service project! Submit your entry on the Interact Facebook Contest Page (http://bit.ly/125chbS) before 1 December.
Fall Pearl Street Trash Pick-up
On Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, individuals from the Rockport Rotary Club International, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Rockport Fulton High School NJROTC, R-F High School Interact Club and some community volunteers met for the fall Pearl Street Trash Pick-up. Our task was to pick up trash alongside a two mile length of Pearl Street/Hwy 2165 from Linden north beyond the bypass to the Hwy 1781 intersection, on both sides of the roadway. More than twenty people participated and enjoyed a bright, cool day to beautify Rockport. Rotary Club organizers, Adelaide Marlatt, Sig Murphy and Kari Kelley were pleased with the turnout and the results; about 15 bags of trash were picked up and will be disposed of properly by TexDOT employees.Some participants noted that there were very few plastic bottles to be picked up, which may be good sign that our city recycling effort is succeeding. Unrecyclable Styrofoam cups, however, were everywhere.
We got it done and I have so many people to thank. We had about 24 people participating:
10 - Rotary (including Young helpers)
2 - Interact Club
3 - NJROTC
10 - Church of Latter Day Saints
L-R Back; J.D. Simpson, Elliott Johns, Faith Chandler, Mike Martinez, Donald Isom, William Isom, Darren Sigwald & John Debler, Tim Kelley, Warren Hassinger, Karen Hassinger, Adelaide Marlatt. Not shown; Anna Herring, Sig Murphy.
Main story content written by Kathryn Morrow
Rotary Club of Rockport on Track to be 100% Paul Harris Fellow Club Johnny Taylor addresses Club in honor of World Polio Day
The Rotary Club of Rockport announced today that ten Club members received the prestigious Paul Harris Fellow Award at their Club meeting held on Thursday, October 23, 2014. This sets the pace for 100% of the Club members to be Paul Harris Award recipients, a distinguished honor among Rotary Clubs throughout the world. Also, in honor of World Polio Day (October 24), polio survivor and Fulton resident, Johnny Taylor, gave a special address to Club members and guests.The Paul Harris Fellowship is named for Paul Harris, who founded Rotary with three business associates in Chicago in 1905. The Fellowship was established in his honor in 1957 to express appreciation for a contribution US $1,000 to the humanitarian and educational programs of The Rotary Foundation. Those programs include an array of projects that save and invigorate the lives of people around the world and enhance international friendship and understanding. Foundation programs provide educational opportunities, food, potable water, health care, immunizations, and shelter for millions of persons. These activities are funded, implemented and managed by Rotarians and Rotary clubs around the globe. Rotarians also designate a Paul Harris Fellow to recognize another person whose life demonstrates a shared purpose with the objectives and mission of The Rotary Foundation to build world understanding and peace.
Rockport Club Rotarian and Foundation Chairman, John P. Jackson, lead the program initiative, which resulted in ten Club members being honored with the Paul Harris Fellow Award. Former District Governors, Maxine Houser and JD Simpson assisted in the presentation of the awards. The award recipients were Linda Collins, Kathy David, JD Debler, Adelaide Marlatt, Diane Probst, Nancy Paulson, Jeanie Wittliff and Rose Ann Holzman, Cathy Hinchman and Ron Young. Houser gave special recognition to Nancy Paulson for her “over and beyond” service to the Club and to Houser during her year as District Governor in 2013.
In addition to the fifteen current Paul Harris members, there are six Rockport Club members who are nearing their monetary goal of $1000, which will enable them to receive the Paul Harris award. As a result, all members of the Rotary Club of Rockport will have achieved the Paul Harris Fellow award.
Rockport Rotary Club President, Diane Probst, stated, “I am proud of our club members for their hard work, generosity and dedication to become a 100% Paul Harris Fellow Club. Through the leadership of John Jackson, we are very close to achieving this special Club status.”
World Polio Day, October 24
The program to eradicate polio, called Polio Plus, has been Rotary International’s primary effort for over 20 years and has helped immunize more than 2.5 billion children. The number of polio cases worldwide has decreased from 350,000 in 1988 to less than 425 cases in 2014.
In support of World Polio Day, Rotary Club of Rockport featured guest speaker, Johnny Taylor, a polio survivor and resident of Fulton, Texas. Born in 1955, Johnny was stricken with polio when he was ten months old. He is the eldest of five siblings. He told stories of this childhood including early travels to England, France and Spain, which lead to his passion for Flamenco music. Johnny shared his love for his father, who dedicated his life to helping his son overcome the challenges of the crippling disease. “Never experiencing a life without crutches, braces, and surgeries, I really don’t know at exactly what age it dawned on me that I was “Not Normal”, stated Taylor. Johnny endured seven grueling surgeries to his right leg and foot. He is now retired and lives in Fulton with his wife and their pets. He expressed his passion for the area’s small town charm, laid back atmosphere and friendly residents.Mentor Program at ACISD
Heather Miller, director of the Mentor Program at ACISD, explained the program and the great results it is having with students in the program. Lizzy Lopez Hall, a student at Rockport Fulton High, presented her first speech ever explaining what the program meant to her as a mentee. She did an awesome job with her first speech. Rotarians JD Debler and Maddie Legner have been mentors with the program for five years.
District Governor Visits
District Governor Art Zietler and his wife Carol visited the Rockport Rotary Club on October 2nd giving a message of "Service with Fellowship". Pictured with Diane Loria Probst, President.
Rotary Vocational Award
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Each month, Rockport Rotary presents a community member with a Vocational Award. The September 2014 recipient is Alma Cartwright, Aransas County Treasurer. Alma a lifetime resident of the Coastal Bend area has been employed with the County government for over 8 years. Her duties include managing all County funds & banking, the County Budget & Payroll and overseeing the County Indigent Health Care program.
Rotary Honduras Water Project
Tom Plumb, a member of the Port Isabel Rotary Club, spoke to local Rockport Rotary Club about his International Rotary project, Hands to Honduras. Tom and his team of volunteers build water treatment facilities in rural Honduras.
Rockport Rotary presented a $1000 donation to Tom for his program. Presenting the check is Rotary Vice President Sam Spears.
Student of the Month - September
Rotarian Adelaide Marlatt presented, Emme Betts with Certificate of Award for the September 2014 Student of the Month. Emme, a senior at Rockport Fulton High School, plans on attending Trinity University in San Antonio next fall with a possible major in Communications. She is by no means a strange to our Rotary club. Emme was the winner of our local Four Way Speech contest last spring. A Voice to Infants
Misheelt Batjargal and her fellow club members are giving a voice to infants and toddlers in Mongolia who would otherwise live in a silent world.
As part of a large-scale community project, the Rotary Club of Ulaanbaatar Peace Avenue, Mongolia, is equipping hospitals with screening devices to test newborns’ hearing. Batjargal, an ear, nose, and throat physician, says screening to detect hearing loss is not routine nationwide in Mongolia. She estimates that more than 200 hundred children in the country lose their hearing each year.
But Batjargal believes this is preventable. Early screenings are crucial for infants because, left undiagnosed, hearing impairment can impede children’s development in speech, language, and cognition.
Read More at www.rotary.org/en/giving-voice-children-who-might-otherwise-live-silent-world
Jad Smith - Castaways Update
Jad Smith, Presbyterian Chair at Castaways was our guest speaker today and gave a great talk about the future of Castaways as they prepare to take possession of their new 22,000 square feet building on Market which will nearly double their size.Your Board at work
August Board of Directors meeting.
Fun at Rotary with HS Coaches
What a fun program we had today during our Rotary luncheon.Jay Seibert the new and up and coming Athletic Director and Chris Bentley (Girls Coordinator/Head coach) of the Girls Basketball team presented our program today bringing us up to date on what we might expect from our student athletics this year.
We were all encouraged to go out and support our kids during their various events even if we don't have children participating. It is important that we as a community support and encourage there efforts.
Rotary Family Health Days
From Rotary International - A Service minute
Thousands of Rotarians come together for 2014 Rotary Family Health Days
Event brings health services to some 350,000 people in Africa The fourth annual Rotary Family Health Days, held in April, brought health services to 350,000 people at hundreds of sites across Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Lesotho, and Swaziland. The event is led by Rotarians for Family Health and AIDS Prevention Inc. (RFHA), a Rotarian Action Group founded by Rotarian Marion Bunch a decade after the loss of her son to AIDS in 1994. RFHA brings together clubs, community members, medical professionals and partners to provide the free health services.
Read more
$10 million project as a 10 Year Anniversary
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Our guest speaker who was sponsored by Angie Ruddock was Tammie Sheldon the Executive Director of Camp Aranzazu.Life get Simplified ... at least at the ACAD
Kevin Jamison, Chief Appraiser for the Aransas County Appraisal District brought us up to date on changes and progress of the Appraisal District. Kevin also provided useful information on how the appraisal process works and how their new computer system simplifies their life while providing us faster access to information.Membership Message from RI President
President Gary Huang addresses membership in a video message. “Together, we can make a huge positive impact in the world when we have strong clubs made up of members who love Rotary.”
Vocational Award for July 2014
Rockport Rotary Club launched our new vocational program yesterday by presenting our first award to Laura Clark of the Parks and Leisure Services Department of the City of Rockport. Laura's contribution to our community is enjoyed by all as she keeps our city parks clean and beautiful.Showcasing Aransas County's History
Calvin Scholz's program was most enjoyable yesterday as Jackie Shaw, President and Pam Stranahan of the History Center for Aransas County presented "Showcasing Aransas County's History" We were enlightened about the conception of the center and future plans for growth and how we as citizens of Aransas County might contribute to the museum. Next time you clean your attic, be on the lookout for old Rockport memorabilia that might you might be interested donating to the museum to preserve our history. Please keep in mind that the museum only accepts items that are of authentic Rockport origin!
Seen Around Town
Spotted around Rockport! We need all members to decorate their cars!
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Moving Meeting on July 17
Kirsten Corda, AgriLife Extension Agent and Kathy Wilson, RN really hit home on Thursday during their program on Aging and Muscle Loss. We enjoyed a great program with this age appropriate topic and also learned helpful ways to help reverse the muscle loss process. By the end of the presentation everyone was out of the chairs, shuffling their feet and waving their hands. The biggest taken away from this program was “Keeping Moving” and that is exactly what we were doing!
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Fireside Chat with Rockport Rotary Club
Date: October 23rd, 2014
Time: 6:00-8:00
Location: 106 Barcelona Dr, Rockport
Come and join the Rockport Rotary Club for a relaxing and educational evening around the campfire at Past President Sam Spears' home. BBQ will be provided by Sam and Alissa Spears with side dishes, appetizers, and dessert being provided by all guests. This pot luck dinner will be fun and entertaining for everyone interested in Rotary.
Water will be provided, everything else is BYOB. The event will be outside and it is recommended that you bring your lawn chair. Parking will be available on Barcelona Dr and El Cid Dr, Sam and Alissa's property runs through to both streets.
Email Sam Spears or Diane Probst for more information. Links for email can be found in the left sidebar under Officers & Directors. Printable Flyer.
Rotary's Vision for a Better World
Rotary's Vision for a Better World from Rotary International on Vimeo.
This video celebrates Rotary International's humanitarian efforts worldwide.
June 26 - A busy Day at Rockport Rotary
We started our meeting today with the last of four groups of students and their parents who are our scholarship recipients for 2014. Students who received scholarships ranging from $2000 to $1000 for a year are Erin Albin, Arbui Gover, Jenny Beth Harris, Pauline Irish, Krista Pape, Matthew Burckmoes, Amber Hernandez, Lindsey Jenkins, Allison McClain, Domingo Gonzalez, Rainie Guidry, Nancy Kahunguba, Brooke Robbins, Chase Schoen, Autumn Hanley, Esai Salazar, Forrest Unterbrink, Evelyn Villafranco, Sean Reeves. Congratulations and Study Hard!
We then shared various awards and milestones our members have achieved this year.
Nancy Paulson and Maddie Legner were recognized with a new RI pin backing for bringing in new members this year. We welcomed Cathy Hinchman and Ron Young to our membership this year. Welcome!
Seven members were given certificates because they had perfect attendance this year. Way to go! The number of years varied from one year to over 35 years. Congratulations to Phil Albin, Kathy David, Kari Kelley, Phyllis Kline, Jack Daniels, Calvin Scholtz and Sig Murphy (left to ri
ght in photo).
The club was pleased to recognize four members as Paul Harris Fellows for their contributions for The Rotary Foundation. Two members were present to receive their second Paul Harris Fellow recognition with a sapphire - Terri Whitman and John Jackson. The other two members will be awarded their Paul Harris recognition at future meetings - watch for the postings. What is a Paul Harris Fellow? When $1000 is contributed to The Rotary Foundation, a request can be made for an individual to be recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow. 
When a person is recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow, they are presented with a Certificate signed by the Rotary International President and the Chairman of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation, and a lapel pin and medallion. The contribution to The Rotary Foundation can be made in one sum or by cumulative giving over a number of years.
Up next during the jam packed meeting was Sig Murphy thanking his board for their work this past year. Each was presented with a crystal award from Sig Murphy. Board members were Phil Albin, Vice-President, Kathy David, Secretary, Rose Ann Holzman, Treasurer, Terri Whitman, Sergeant at Arms, Diane Probst, President-Elect, Kari Kelley, Foundation Chair, Darren Sigwald, Service, Angie Ruddock, Membership, Steve Clarkson and 
Melvin Driess, Oysterfest and Nancy Paulson, Taste of Rockport.
Diane Probst then awarded Sig his thank you gift from the club for his service as President for Rotary year 2013-2014. Sig was very pleased to serve and is happy to have a clock to recognize it so he doesn't have to rely on his cell phone for the time. Diane also gave Sig his Past President badge. Sig in turn started the transfer of leadership by presenting Diane her President badge.
Transferring the Gavel
An important part of any organization's business is the transferring of the gavel from one leader to the next. The Rotary year starts July 1, so clubs have there transfers happen at the near the end of June. This selection of photos tells the story of Rockport Rotary's transfer. Can you guess out going and incoming?
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Diane Probst - Off and Running |
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Diane then shared and gave gave pins to her Board of Directors. From the Right in the picture - Diane Probst, President, Kathy David, President Elect, Stephenie Cochran, Secretary, Ruth Davis, Sergeant at Arms, Myra Kline, Scholarship Foundation President, JD Debler, Administration, Kari Kelley, Treasurer, John Jackson, Foundation, Phyllis Kline, Service, Linda Collins and Maddie Legner (not shown), Membership, Sig Murphy, Past President, and Debra Smith, Public Relations.
Congratulations and here's to a productive Rotary year for Rockport Rotary Club.
District Conference All District Lunch
Several of our members attended the All District Lunch and meeting May 2. Sig Murphy and the Club recived and award for using RI online services for reporting.
4 Way Test Speech Contest Area 3
I am pleased to announce Ms. Emme Bettes, from Rockport-Fulton High School representing the Rockport Rotary Club has won the Area 3 Four Way Test competition. She received a $300.00 academic award. Emme will represent Area 3 in the District 5930 Competition at the Holiday Inn, Downtown Corpus Christi on May 3rd 2014.
Photo from left to right: JD Simpson, PDG, Stephenie Cochran, Emme Bettes
Spring “Pearl Street Pickup”
Recently 21 people gathered to perform the Spring “Pearl Street Pickup.”
The 2 miles of Pearl Street (Hwy 2165) was adopted last year by the local Rockport Rotary Club. This spring the Rotary Club members were joined by members of the Rockport –Fulton High School Interact Club and members of the Church of the Latter Day Saints which has an part of the committed roadway. The large number of people made the pickup ( of what is actually 4 miles -both sides), easier. They gathered a total of 23 bags of litter.
After the pickup, participants gathered to refresh at the Rockport Memorial Park’s Lakeside Pavilion for hot dogs, pizza, cold drinks and cookies.
Rotary members participate with individual clean-ups to help maintain this area between the semi-annual pick-ups sponsored by the entire Rockport Rotary Club.
Taste of Rockport 2014
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Taste of Rockport 2014
Ingredients for Success
Taste of Rockport 2014 is now history. Thanks for a great event. Pictures will be posted soon.
Our THANKS to the restaurants and caterers of Rockport and Fulton for a fantastic display of all the fine dining we have available in Rockport and Fulton. Our restaurants this year included Alice Faye’s, Allegro Bay, Capt. Benny’s, Caroline’s Turtle Bay Café, Cheryl’s By the Bay, Culinary Arts at the RFHS, Faifoo Café, Glow, Hatfield’s BBQ, HEB, K-BOBS Steakhouse, Kendrick Farms, Key Allegro Yacht Club, Latitude 28 02, Mac’s Pit Barbecue, Moondog Seaside Eatery, Paradise Key Dockside Bar and Grill, Rockport Bakery, Simply Sinful and Skinny Bob’s Coneys. We also had the fine Texas wines of Lavaca Bluffs Vineyard and Winery. Andrews Distributing assisted with the beer and sponsored the band - The Rebuilt Carburetors.
All funds raised through this event will go toward scholarships for our graduates from Rockport-Fulton HS. Since 1980 the Scholarship Foundation has awarded $190,000 in scholarships. Last three years combined provided scholarship in excess of $60,000. The Rockport Rotary Club Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation is proud to support our youth and future leaders. A final tally is in the works and we will publish it here when available.
Little Bay Sea Queens - you are the best Masters of Ceremony, or Mistresses? - we could have had. Your were over top and generous with your signatures. I'm sure all of you need to replenish you lipstick.
To the the Table Sponsors and attendees - Your generosity is overwhelming. The response and funds raised from the Live and Silent auctions and Mystery Box tickets will add to the scholarships we will be able to award this year. Thanks.
Watch this website, www.TasteofRockport.com and our Facebook page at - www.facebook.com/tasteofrockport for next year's event date and details.
On a personal note - Dennis and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the support and hard work done by the members of the club to make Taste of Rockport 2014 a success. Dennis and I received lots of thanks and praise for a job well done last evening, but we couldn’t have nor did it without your efforts to sell tickets, promote the event, round up auction and Mystery box items, get restaurants to attend, setup and cleanup and working the event. Thank you all.
Nancy Paulson, Chair, Taste of Rockport, 2014
Rotary Club of Rockport
Oysterfest has come and gone.
Great work was done by all. Here are some of the pictures submitted. If you have others - please share.
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Our Winter Texans
Our Winter Texans and Visiting Rotarians
We heard about the various clubs and their activities from our Winter Texans and visiting Rotarians this week. Thanks for sharing.
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| Jack Van Delden, Sylvan Lake, Alberta, CA |
John Connelly, Livonia, NY |
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| Joe Freeman, East Aurora, NY |
Dennis Anderson, Grinnell, IA |
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| Don Nord, North Brook, IL |
Ronnie Yeager, Ingleside |
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| Sue Gonnerman, Liberty, MO |
Thanks to you
Thank to four Rotarians who stepped in quickly when they saw a need. It turns out the billboard area at the Nav District Festival grounds needs to be booked 9-12 months ahead at this time. They didn't have space for our sign until March 28. Darren, Terri and Diane all stepped up at the Board meeting stating they could post a sign outside of their offices. Kathy stepped up to quickly print and install.
Thanks, Nancy
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Student of the Month February 2014
Adelaide Marlatt introduced our Student of Month, Austin Perez. Austin shared how he is inspired by his mother and wants to study medicine. He was joined at lunch with his mother Yvonne Perez.
Oysterfest is Coming
Oysterfest is Coming
Les "Googles" Cole representing the Fulton Fire Department shared a bit of the history of Oysterfest and the Fulton Fire Department. Oysterest will he held this year March 6-9 at the Fulton Navigation Park.
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Stephenie fills in as Guest Speaker
Go Texan Program
Stephenie Cochran filled in for a "among the missing" guest speaker. She shared information on the Aransas County Go Texas Program.
Interact Students as Guest Speakers
Interact Students as Guest Speakers
A group of students representing our Interact Club at the Rockport Fulton High School were the guest speakers on January 30. They shared their goals, projects - past, present and future - and officers for this year.
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Report from the Club's Scholarship Foundation
The Rockport Rotary Club
Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation
Myra Kline gave a report of the Status of the Scholarship Foundation and led the Election of Officers and Trustees for 2014-2015. Since 1980 the CAE Scholarship Foundation has awarded $190,000 in scholarships. Last year's recipients have started sending in their information to receive their second half. Myra reported there is a balance of $23,047.80 in the endowment account held at Navy Army Federal Credit Union. Myra reminded everyone that our sole fundraiser for monies to be used for scholarships is the Taste of Rockport on March 27, 2014.
Congratulations and thanks to these members who were elected to serve as the Officers and Trustees of the RRC CAE Scholarship Foundation for 2014-2015.
| President | Myra Kline |
| Vice President |
Stephenie Cochran |
| Secretary/Treasurer | Phyllis Lindsey |
| Trustee | Steve Clarkson |
| Trustee | Diane Probst |
2014-2015 Club Officers and Directors
Congratulations and Thanks
to the following members who were elected to serve the club for 2014-2015.
| President | Diane Probst |
| President-Elect | Kathy David |
| Vice President |
Sam Spears |
| Secretary | Stephenie Cochran |
| Treasurer | Kari Kelley |
| Scholarship Foundation President |
Myra Kline |
| Sergeant at Arms |
Ruth Davis |
| Past President |
Sig Murphy |
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| Club Adminstration |
JD Debler |
| Membership | Maddie Legner |
| Public Relations |
Debra VanEvery Smith |
| Service Projects |
Phyllis Lindsey |
| Rotary Foundation |
John Jackson |
Annual Meeting Notice
Annual Meeting Notice
We will be taking a small potion of the meeting on January 23, 2014 to conduct the election of officers and Directors for 2014-2015 Rotary Year. If you are interested in serving, please contact Diane Probst, President Elect for 2014-2015 or Sig Murphy, our current President.
President Sig Murphy at the Chamber Luncheon
President Sig Murphy represented us well at the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce Luncheon honoring and highlighting all the non-profit and service organizations we have in Rockport and Fulton. Each had one minute to speak and tell about their organization.
Program on January 9 - Refugio County 4-H Queen
Refugio County 4-H Queen for 2014 paid a visit to the Club this week. The queen is not a stranger to us - she is our own Reagan Ruddock. Reagan told us a bit about the 4-H program and how it has impacted her life and the lives of many others. We are proud of her.
The 2014 Refugio County Fair will be held March 19-March 22, 2014. Their website is www.refugiocountyfair.com. Reagan has her own page at
Refugio County 4-H Queen
Thieving Elves Christmas Party
Thieving Elves Christmas Gift Exchange Party
The club held its annual Thieving Elves Christmas Gift Exchange Party at it meeting on December 19, 2013. Fun and laughs were had by all. Several gifts were frozen by being stolen several times. Linda Collins thought for sure she would be going home with some tequila, but all opportunities were stolen. Jerry Channell received a basketball hat game and had great fun seeing how may baskets he could make. PDG Jack Daniels received a pair of Christmas boxers - we asked him model, but he declined. Maddie Legner played model while trying to select a gift after getting her first one stolen.
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Dictionaries For Third Graders
A BIG Thank You to Kari Kelley, Chair of the Dictionaries for Third Graders, to Sig for proposing the idea, and all that helped with the project. We had a great time handing out 240 dictionaries this morning to all Rockport Third Graders. We received an email thank you from Assistant Principal John Speck with some pictures.
For more pictures, click "more" below.
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Rockport Rotary Club's Newest Service Project
A new member of the Rockport Rotary Club, Adelaide Marlatt, was instrumental in developing and spearheading our newest service project. The club has adopted a section of Pearl Street (FM 3036) from just west of the bypass to just past Enterprise. We will be doing cleanup at least twice a year. Pictures show the club at work on our first pickup day on November 30, 2013. This was followed by pizza at Panjo’s. Summer cleanup will include a BBQ at Memorial Park. Kudos to our new member, Adelaide, for making this happen.
For more pictures, click headline above.
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Holiday Lights at Veterans Park
Rockport Rotary Club revived a service project from the past and provided some holiday lights in Veterans Park in Rockport. Rotarian Darren Sigwald pulled the sights from storage and refurbished them with the help of B&R Electric (co-owner by Rotarian Rose Ann Holzman). Several other Rotarians assisted in the setup on December 3. They will stay in place until shortly after the start of the New Year.
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Bottom Two Photos by Phil Albin
A message from Rotary International
Ron Burton, 2013-14 President of Rotary International, and D.K. Lee, 2013-14 Trustee Chairman of The Rotary Foundation
Rotary Kiss!
The Rockport Club guest speakers were a few of the Little Bay Sea Queens. They were generous, as always, with their kisses. In the picture, bestowing one on our President Sig Murphy. The Queens shared a bit of their history and what their activities are. They are true ambassadors to the world for Rockport, Fulton, Lamar and Aransas County.
Leadership Class from the Chamber of Commerce
John Jackson shared a bit of the history of why the Leadership program was developed. It was created 17 years ago to develop emerging leaders in the community. Shelly Stuart presented an overview of the various sessions during the class.
Diane Probst shared some of the personal results and class projects completed over the years. These vary from booklets, benches, landscaping,community signs, Speaker Circuits and more.
Scholarship Foundation Award to Culinary Arts Program
Laci Johnson, teacher of Family and Consumer Sciences at Rockport Fulton high School, accepts a check for tuition assistance for students enrolled in the Culinary Arts Program from the Charles A. Evans Scholarship Foundation.
Laci’s comments:
We just completed our first year of Culinary Arts--dual credit, which means the students received college credit towards their degree plan. The rigor of the class has changed with the addition of it being offered as dual credit. The students are using the same materials that they would be using if they were attending class at Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. The course requires them to be able to gather information from the textbook, "ServSafe", and pass a series of tests. If they pass the ServSafe exam, they receive additional certification which looks good to potential employers in the restaurant industry.
These students were given several opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in catering. Some of the events being for the Rotary Club! Students participated in the Taste of Rockport and also provided hors d’oeuvres for the opening night of your conference in May at the Maritime Museum. The culinary arts class also prepared breakfast for the Education Foundation's First Annual Shopping Tournament. They not only had to know how to prepare the food being served, they also saw the side of this job that most people never see--the organization. The class was an integral part of the planning for this catering event. They had to determine how much food to purchase and also had to know how to cook and serve it so that we could serve a lot of people in a short amount of time. These are definitely skills these students will be able to put toward future jobs.
We have received a lot of new equipment. A remodel took place in the Fall semester last year and the kitchen looks great! Students now have access to some commercial type equipment. 8 Gas ranges, a 6-rack oven, prep tools, a griddle and a large mixer to name a few. They are gaining "hands-on" practice with some of the equipment and tools they will be using in the food industry should they continue after high school.
None of this would have been possible if it were not for the $75,000 grant we received from the Education Foundation. The money was spent quickly on new equipment, remodeling a section of the kitchen, new textbooks, and tuition for the students to earn dual credit through Del Mar College. Tuition is about $250 per student for the entire year and it is tough for the students to come up with this. This funding we are receiving from the Rotary Club will help cover tuition for half of our students next year. The students really enjoy this course so thank you for making it possible for them to enroll. Thank you for giving back to the kids!
Fireside Chat Details & Information
On October 25th, come and join the Rockport Rotary Club for a relaxing and educational evening around the campfire at Past President Sam Spears' home. BBQ will be provided by Sam and Alissa Spears with side dishes, appetizers, and dessert being provided by all guests. This pot luck dinner will be fun and entertaining for everyone interested in Rotary.
Click the title to Read More. See the download files below in this column for a printable flyer.
JD Simpson, DG 2012-2013 takes time to visit his home club
The District Governor's schedule is packed with meetings, conferences and visits to clubs in the District. JD had a rare Thursday at home recently and was able to attend his home club- Rockport, just as member. Welcome and good travels during your year.
Click the title see a picture as JD Simpson shares some inspiring stories of his travels so far.
Start Making Plans to Attend the 6th Annual Rockport Film Festival
Rockport Film Festival
The Rockport Film Festival (RFF) celebrates the best of independent cinema on the Texas Coast. Showcasing shorts, features, documentaries, animations and student films, Rockport Film Festival is a welcoming three-day event that highlights talent from all over the world. Held the first weekend in November annually.
RFF offers an affordable retreat where art meets environment, where filmmakers, professionals, and enthusiasts can network and relax, and enjoy films that are rarely seen elsewhere without having to wait in long lines or navigate multiple theater venues. The Festival holds outdoor screenings, red carpet parties, and plays host to filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals all in the relaxing environment of Rockport, named a "Top-10 Coastal Art Community" by Coastal Living Magazine.
The RFF audience is growing, and enthusiasm among the community continues to rise each year. Films with a Texas or Southwest flavor or works that focus on fine or performing arts and humanitarian themes are strongly considered, but RFF has screened a wide variety of films from all over the world.
"Best of" and "People's Choice" awards are presented at each edition of RFF. Alumni include Layton Blaylock (ART FROM THE STREETS), Justin Adler (RISE AND SHINE), and Alan Barber (SIX MAN, TEXAS) who declares, "Never before have we received such enthusiastic attention for our film coupled with great hospitality."
With only one film playing at a time, each official selection stands out, making RFF an excellent place to premiere or showcase a film. We hope to see you at this year's Festival!
Become a Sponsor!
Various levels are available. Make your selection from this informational package.
A "Thank You" to the RYLA
RYLA is working and the students do enjoy it. Below is a letter submitted to the Rockport Rotary Club’s RYLA coordinator Stephenie Cochran. It says it all.
Good morning Stephanie!
I am writing to let you know that our son, Joseph had an absolutely fantastic time at RYLA camp! I did not have the opportunity to sit and discuss the camp with my son until I returned from a business trip.
I did not warn him ahead of time that his phone would be confiscated, so the news of this on the drive to camp was quite a shock. I also had told him ahead of time to read his paperwork to be sure to bring the items needed for camp, which he forgot to do. Thanks for stopping to get him some towels!!
Joseph said he met such incredibly nice, funny, and personable kids at the camp. He spoke of the activities and games with such enthusiasm! I am so grateful and overjoyed that he had a great experience at the RYLA camp. As parents, we can only hope for positive influences that foster growth and development to enter the lives of our children. Joseph enjoyed the camp so much that he signed up to be a counselor at RYLA in 2015.
I would like to thank The Rotary Club for sponsoring Joseph to be part of the RYLA camp experience. Best wishes for continued success working with our youth!!
Kind regards,Dion Krupa
Jeff Adams, Prescribed Fire Specialist Aransas NWRC, Austwell, TX
Our program for January 23 was Jeff Adams, Prescribed Fire Specialist Aransas NWRC, Austwell, TX. He shared stories and the reasons and methods for using fire to control and improve the environment on the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge and beyond.
Rotarians Help with Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup 2012
Several Rockport Rotarians helped with the 26th Annual Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup.
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