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We meet Tuesdays at 12:10 PM at Lapeer Free Methodist Church, 1621 N Saginaw St., Lapeer, MI.  If you are interested in finding out more about The Lapeer Rotary Club, please feel free to join us for lunch.  For more information please contact Mary Jo Wenzlick at 810-358-7128.

 

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 “The future depends on what we do in the present.”

- Mahatma Gandhi

HEITSCH, WILLIAM C. M.D.; age 85; a 55 year resident of Lapeer (formerly of Pontiac), passed away on Tuesday June 28, 2011. William was born on August 26, 1925 in Pontiac to William Joseph and Leona (Springer) Heitsch. Bill graduated from Pontiac High School, class of 1943. Bill is survived by his dear wife of 47 years, Mary Ann Heitsch of Lapeer; children, Katherine Heitsch of Waterford, William (Kay) Heitsch of Grand Blanc, George (Lisa) Heitsch of Commerce Twp. and John (Julie) Heitsch of St. Louis, MI; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and his brother, Joseph (Verna) Heitsch, M.D. of Auburn Hills. Funeral Service was held on Saturday July 2, 2011 at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, Pastor Earl Zager officiated. Memorial contributions in memory of Dr. Heitsch may be made to the Lapeer Rotary Club, Seven Ponds Nature Center, McLaren Hospice, or Alma College.  Bill was a good standing member of our Lapeer Rotary Club with perfect attendance for 55 years.  It is written that he delivered over 8,000 babies in our area.  As one Rotary members said:  "I will remember him as a Gentleman among men." 

It is now completed and our new Rotary year of 2011-2012 has begun.   Jan Manning our current Past President has passed the gavel to Jeff Johnston our new Lapeer Rotary President.   This happened at the Metamora Country Club on June 30th.  We had a great showing of members and the evening was a resounding success.   More information and photos will be available next week.

Prairies and Ponds at Oakdale  had its Grand Opening Friday, May 20th, 2011.  Located at The Willows Ecology Center at Chatfield School.  Their Mission:  To be a catalyst for change, enabling communities to create greater access and inclusiveness in recreation facilities, programs, and service for people of all ages and all abilities.  The Universal Accessible areas of Prairies and Ponds and Farmers Creek at Oakdale are part of an Access to Recreation Grant applied for through the Lapeer County Community Foundation.   The 35-acre project site is located south of Oregon Road and west of Millville, within two miles of six elementary schools and adjacent to the Chatfield School and Mott Community College campus. The floating dock has no rail but a bumper edge treatment to prevent roll off by a person using a wheelchair, walker or stroller.  The dock is located on Farmers Lake great for fishing at every level. 

Prairies and Ponds at Oakdale is a natural habit restoration and preservation effort by a team of citizens groups, federal and local agencies and nonprofit wildlife advocates. The site was drained and farmed in the 1940s through 1960s as part of the state-run Oakdale Center for Developmental Disabilities complex. The 35-acre project site is located south of Oregon Road and west of Millville, within two miles of six elementary schools and adjacent to the Chatfield School and Mott Community College campus. A 40-acre wooded site and a 100-acre riverbed area on the former Oakdale property have been designated for future natural habitat preservation. The Prairies and Ponds project plan includes the following: Expansion of existing wetland areas to increase waterfowl habitat. The site is part of a flyway for waterfowl and has been identified as prime nesting habitat for ducks by the US Fish & Wildlife Service and Ducks Unlimited. Introduction of classic Midwest prairie habitat of prairie grasses and wildflowers in upland areas of the site, to provide habitat for field birds and serve as a natural classroom for the many schools nearby. Development of a passive trail system throughout the site, with an observation mound, boardwalks, platforms and teaching stations located throughout the site to serve primarily as a teaching resource. Project development committee included local ecology and wildlife experts from Lapeer Schools and Seven Ponds Nature Center, and City of Lapeer administration. Primary project sponsors are: WIN (Saginaw Bay Watershed Initiative Network), US Fish & Wildlife Service, Ducks Unlimited and the City of Lapeer. At first this place may seem to be quiet and peaceful, but if you stop and pay attention you will be able to observe a community bustling with activity. Wetlands are known to be the most biologically productive ecosystems in the temperate regions of the earth, a rival even to tropical rain forests. Wetlands are a community of thousands of living things and function as a result of the web of interrelationships between these living things. The floating dock has no rail but a bumper edge treatment to prevent roll off by a person using a wheelchair, walker or stroller.

Here are your 2011 Reverse Raffle "Pot of Gold" Winners.  Ed LaClair, Tim Oesch,  Alan Grossbeauer, Auction Ticket Craig Van Norman, and Muir/ Nate and Molly.   The 5 Winners decided to split the pot so that each of them received $1000.  (Though had he held out VanNorman would have been the big winner of the night)  The $100 Winners were: Brian Rowley, Pete Conway, Kathy Smith, Thomas Fillmore, Colleen Muir, Gary Familian, Ken Ewing, Jeannene Koprowski, Craig Van Norman, Rick Burrough, Melissa Johnston, Mike Delling, Lee Bates, Ned Savage, Ronald Rickard, Alan Grossbeauer, Mark Capstick, Mary Ann Harrington, Marilyn Pearson, Emory Clark, Barbara Sheer, Wolfenden/Neilie, Cody/ Stockton/ Elliot, Andy Harrington, Dale Kerbyson, Trisha Burrough, Vicki Harrington, Jack Miller, Auction Ticket, Richard Neely, Table 6, Derek Werner. The Friends and Food were fabulous and everyone had a grand time.  Check out the additional photos on our website.

Lapeer Tasters Guild has been awarded an international Award for Outstanding Taster's Guild Chapter. There will be a banquet at "The Bob" in Grand Rapids.  Congratulations to David Ethridge and his Taster's Guild Members.

Fundraiser Options & Projects Where Spend Money

Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world.

If you missed this event you missed a really great day.  It was the most perfect day for golfing at Devil's Ridge.  The view was spectacular and the golfing was so - so.  We had a wonderful day of it in all.   Bruce Cady and his team did an amazing job of setting up and organizing this event.  Hat's off to this team who works with this each year.  Devil's Ridge served us an amazing dinner with pasta, steak and all the fixings.  You won't want to miss this event next year.  Thank You to Bruce and his team for all their hard work.

Debbie Thompson's Retirment Party will be on June 9th 3pm to 6pm at the Lapeer Administration Building 250 Second St. Lapeer.  This is the old Irwin Elementary School Building

Hunters Creek Club Hosts (Lapeer Family Autism Relief Fund #45) Wine & Hors d'oeuvres Tasting
April 15th 5:30pm - 7:30 pm
Featured Hors d'oeuvres:
Sweet Chili Duck Tenters; Roasted Vegetable Pizza; Grilled Shrimp with Honey Lime Cocktail; Cheese Display with Fresh Fruit and Crackers; Smoked Pheasant on Melba Toast; Asian Lettuce Wraps; Pheasant Pate' with Melba Toast; Bow Tie Pasta with Grilled Chicken and Tomato Vodka Sauce
A wonderful selection of wines will be presented from several vendors so that you can enjoy tastingwine from around the world while tasting fabulous appetizers. The wines will be available for order through Oxford Wine and Beverage at special event prices.
There will be many silent auction items including Zoom teeth whitening; a fishing trip; a cross country ski day, custom photo wine chiller, golf packages, personal training sessions, eye exam and glasses package plus many more..
All proceeds go to the Lapeer Autism Family Relief Fund
This is an endowed fund through Lapeer County Community Foundation which focuses on early intervention. The goal is to help Lapeer County families afford the interventions that can greatly improve the life of their child with autism.
The cost is $50, contact Jeff Johnston for your ticket today. If you cannot attend but would like to donate sent checks to: 246 Cedar St., Lapeer, MI 48446 or call (810) 441-6020 for more information.

During the month of March you can purchase a "Lapeer Robotics Bracelet" that will entitle you to receive more that $400 free items and discounts from the local businesses. Lapeer Robotics bracelets are being sold for $10 each by members of "The Chimeras", which is the combined Lapeer East/ Lapeer West High Schools First Robotics Team. If you need further assistance contact Gary Familian (810) 667-7080. Use your braclet for discounts at these participating businesses: Monday Starbucks; Max's Bakery; The Dawg Hause; Farmhouse Restaurant; Springers Pizza Tuesday C&D Collision; Farmhouse Restaurant; Calvelli's Eatery & Spirits; Rowley's Tire & Automotive Services; Roosters Barber Shop Wednesday McDonalds; Book Shelf bookstore; Mancino's Pizza & Grinders; Farmhouse Restaurant; Checkers Thursday C & D Collision; Farmhouse Restaurant Sunday Appletree Restaurant; Checkers Everyday Lapeer County Vision Center; Hungry Howies; Arby's; Lapeer Dairy Queen; K's Auto & Truck Service; Brian's Restaurant; Grondin's College of Cosmetology. Thank you to all the local businesses who helped and contributed to this fundraiser. or email Gary at: http://www.gfamilian@ccsrobotics.com

The Young Marines is a youth education & service program for boys and girls ages 8-18, This is the official youth program of the U.S. Marine Corps League and the focal point for the Marine Corps Drug Demand Reduction Efforts. The focus is on youth development around their core values of leadership, teamwork, and discipline. They have served our local citizens for over 16 years. The Young Marines is NOT a paramility group. They do NOT teach combat defenses or strategies, they are NOT a military recruiting station for any of the brances of the armed services. How do you become a Young Marine? Youth (Recruit Training) undergo a 26 hour orientation program. General subjects are taught such as history, customs and courtesies, close order drill, physical fitness, and military rank structure. After Graduation, youth continue to learn new skills, earn rank, wear the Young Marine Uniform and work toward ribbon awards. Young Marines earn ribbons for achievements in areas such as: leadership, community service, swimming, academic excellence, first aid and drug resistance education. Young Marines have the opportunity to participate in activities and schools with other members from across the state and country. Our Lapeer County Young Marines unit works closely with our local Veteran organizations and the Lapeer Michigan Army National Guard Unit. This is a community based program lead by dedicated adult volunteers. Mission The Mission of the Young Marines is to positively impact America's future by providing quality youth development programs for boys and girls that nurtures and develops its members into responsible citizens who enjoy and promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Creed1. Obey parents and all others in charge. 2. Keep yourself neat at all times without other people telling you to. 3. Keep yourself clean in mind by attending the church of your faith. 4. Keep your mind alert to learn in school, at home or at play. 5. Remember that having self-discipline will enable you to control your body and mind in case of an emergency. For more information contact Eric Shaw; Unit Commander (810) 580-1091 or go online at: www.lapeercountyyoungmarines.com Meeting Time 6:00 - 8:30pm at The National Guard Armory in Lapeer

From: Daniel Alvarenga To: Richard Voss ; higgins2 ; David Ethrige ; Tessa Baddaky ; Risto Kaukonen Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2011 10:56 PM Subject: 25 years ago ....
Dear families and friends,
Ecxatlly 25 years ago I left Brazil to start my exchange year in USA, Lapeer Michigan! I left Brazil as a boy and came back as a young-man! Without your help, love and support NOTHING would happen! Today I am a very happy medical doctor with my own Lab , my won house and full of dreams! You've mad it possible, and I will thank you FOREVER about it! My home is YOUR home! You are in my heart! God bless you now and forever! Love,
Daniel Alvarenga

Heroin is the drug of choice in Lapeer County. The reason is because it is inexpensive to purchase. Heroin is a highly addictive drug. It's the most abused of all the opiates. Heroin is derived from morphine, which comes from certain varieties of poppy plants. When processed it looks like a white or brown powder or a black sticky substance called "black tar heroin." The Risks of Heroin Use "Pure heroin" is the term used for heroin that is not mixed with another substance. However "street heroin" is "cut" or mixed with other drugs or with white substances such as sugar, starch, or powdered milk. Street heroin can also be mixed with strychnine or other poisons putting the drug user's life in jeopardy. Because heroin addicts do not know what the strength of the pure drug may be or what it may be mixed with, they are at risk of overdose or death. Studies have shown that the average heroin user after five years of use has a 90% chance of having contracted Hepatitis C. The transmission of HIV and other diseases that can occur from sharing non-sterile needles is a high risk for heroin addicts. Routes of Administration Heroin is typically injected, snorted, or smoked. Injection provides the fastest rush and greatest intensity of the drug, usually within seconds. When heroin is snorted or smoked the effects are usually felt within 10 to 15 minutes. Smoking and snorting heroin do not produce the rush as quickly or as intensely as injection does; yet all three forms of heroin administration are addictive. Injection, referred to as "shooting up", is the most popular route of heroin use among addicted users seeking treatment. However, researchers have observed that patterns are shifting to more addicts snorting referred to as "sniffing" or smoking heroin. The shift in heroin abuse patterns from injection to snorting/smoking is introducing the use of heroin to more diverse group of users. Adults over the age of 30 continue to be one of the largest user groups abusing heroin. Heroin Side Effects: Short-term effects include: Physical sensation rush; Slow shallow breathing; Confused poor mental functioning; Nausea/vomiting; Dulling of pain; Miscarriage; Long term effects include: Addiction; Infectious diseases (HIV/AIDS, TB, Hepatitis B and C and other blood born illnesses); Collapsed veins; Bacterial infections; Infections and abscesses; Damage to heart lining and valves; Arthritis; Rheumatologic problems. Signs of Heroin Abuse Constricted (small) pupils Vomiting; Constipation; Nodding Out; Hyper, wakeful and alert before nodding out; Loss of old, established friendships; New, undesirable friends; Frequent, secret phone calls; Depression, apathy, lethargy; Track marks on body from injecting; Unexplained time away from home; Sudden changes in behavior or performance; Itching and scratching (itchy blood); Weight loss; Cessation of menstrual cycle; Finding plastic zip loc baggies and burned silver spoons; Aluminum foil & gum wrappers with burn marks; Missing shoelaces from shoes (used as a tie off for injecting); Dry mouth; Droopy appearance, as if extremities are "heavy"; Disorientated, cloudy mental functioning; Infections (at injection site); Shallow breathing; Euphoria or rush; Sleepiness; Poor hygiene Drug Paraphernalia discovered; Withdrawal. Withdrawal symptoms from heroin can start a few hours to one day after sustained use of the drug. Withdrawal symptoms can include: sweating, anxiety, depression, profound sense of futility, feeling of heaviness, intense cramping in limbs, crying, insomnia, cold sweats, chills, runny nose, severe muscle and bone aches, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Many heroin addicts also describe experiencing a condition referred to as "itchy blood." This condition results in the addict compulsively scratching or picking at their skin resulting in cuts and bruises. There is no threat of death in terminating heroin use suddenly as there is with alcohol, benzos and barbiturates. Although clearly stopping heroin use "cold turkey" without the use of counteractive drugs to reduce the above listed symptoms is incredibly uncomfortable. Many crimes in the county are related to drug use. The addiction will cause people to steal from retail stores, family and friends to pay for the purchase of drugs. Calls to the detectives office, no matter how small or insignificant you think they are, will often be very helpful in solving larger crimes. If you would like to give or receive more information call Craig or Jeff at 810-664-0833 or email cgormley@ci.lapeer.mi.us

Common Clues "It just isn't worth it anymore", "Everyone would be better off without me", "You can have this, I won't be needing it", "It's too hard, I can't deal with this anymore", "Nobody understands what I'm going through", "I feel there's no way out, I'm trapped", "I can't live without...(him/her)", "I'd be better off dead".Risk Factors Family history of suicide/child maltreatment; Previous suicide attempts; History of mental disorders,epecially depression; History of alcohol and/or substance abuse; Feelings of hopelessness; Impulse and/or agressive tendencies; Local epidemics/clusters of suicides; Isolation; feeling cut off from other people; Cultural/religious beliefs; Barriers to accessing mental health services; Loss; Physical illness/chronic pain; Easy access to lethal means/methods; Unwillingness to seek help because of stigma attached to mental health/substance abuse disorders or to suicidal thoughts.Protective FactorsEffective clinical care for mental,physical, and substance abuse disorders; Easy access to variety of clinical interventions and support for help seeking; Family and community support; Support from ongoing medical and mental health care relationships; Skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and nonviolent ways of handling disputes; Cultural/religious beliefs that discourage suicide and support instincts for self preservation.National Statistics (2007)10th leading cause of death in the U.S. 7th leading cause of death for men; 15th leading cause of death for women; Non-Hispanic white men >85 years of age have the highest rate of suicide (47/100,000); 11-300 attempts for every one completion; Firearms, suffocation, and poison are the most comon causes of death in the U.S.All Survivors Question: WHY?Depression/Mental Illness; Humiliation/Shame/Moral transgression; Bullying victim; Built/Self-blame; Loss/Rejection; Honor; "Duty"; Unendurable persistant pain (physical/emotional) Terminal Illness."As anyone who has been close to someone that has committed suicide knows, there is no other pain like that felt after the incident." Peter Greene. Suggestions on Helping SurvivorsConnection with family & friends-It is physically and psychologically stablizing for survivors to feel the support of family and friends who can offer compassion and help in some of these ways: Make contact & continue to check up on the survivor, even it at first refused and as time passes. Actually help with practical needs-trauma & grief are disorganizing and exhausting. Refrain from asking for explanations. Validate the intensity of the grief. Listen to the telling and often re-telling of events. Respect the faith or spiritualaity expressed or not. Be aware of the needs of any children and teens to be comforted, to speak, to ask questions. It is ok to say "I don't know" but "I'm here to be with you". Bewilling to remember and speak about the deceased for everything he or she was beyond this tragic event. Access on-line information for groups like the American Association of Suicide Prevention, Suicide Prevention in the Military, Life-lines School Programs to enhance support and guide survivors to important resources.ResourcesLapeer County Community Mental Health Hotline 1-810-664-0500. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Suicide Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433). "Humans are the only species who engage in intentional self-destructive behavior."

How to become a mentor: 1. Call Susana Jackiewicz; Executive Director at (810) 667-9368. 2. If necessary, provide assurance that you are 18 years or older. How is a Child matched with a Mentor? Many factors are considered: 1. Personality 2. Interests 3. Traveling distance between the volunteer and child 4. Cultural background (race, religion, language, values) 5. Child's needs How the volunteer and the child are introduced An introductory meeting is held in the child's home, at a time mutually convenient for the child, parent, volunteer, and social worker. What is expected from a parent? Parents are expected to support a one-on-one-friendship with the volunteer and encourage growth in the relationship. 3. Have proof of auto insurance. 4. Give permission for State Police and local Court checks. 5. Attend a 1 hour orientation. 6. Have an individual interview. 7. Allow a home visit by the case worker. 8. Complete a Personality Profile Survey. 9. Attend a pre-match meting with the parent and case worker. How do we receive Children who need Mentoring? 1. Parent calls the agency. 2. Application is mailed to parent. 3. Interview is held with parent. 4. School information form is sent to the child's teacher. 5. Pre-match meeting is held with parent, volunteer and social worker. 6. Child is introduced to the Mentor. We serve children who: 1. Are residents in Lapeer County 2. Are ages 7 through 14 years old 3. Are from single parent homes 4. Are ready, willing and able to relate to a volunteer Where do referrals come from? 1. Parent calls the agency. 2. Application is mailed to parent. 3. Interview is held with parent. 4. School information form is sent to the child's teacher. 5. Pre-match meeting is held with parent, volunteer and social worker. 6. Child is introduced to the Mentor. We serve children who: 1. Are residents in Lapeer County 2. Are ages 7 through 14 years old 3. Are from single parent homes 4. Are ready, willing and able to relate to a volunteer Who refers the children? 1. Parents (most frequently) 2. Schools 3. Social service agencies 4. Clinical professionals Who are the Children needing mentoring? Children who are being raised in single parent families and - who lack a mentor to help in their growth - or who lack a close relationship with an older brother or sister in the family - or who lack attention due to the business of a single parent home.

Salvation Army Ringing of the Bells is December 14th. Have you signed up yet? call Mark Glasby at 810-667-7802 or email him at (glasbym@dteenergy.com) or click on this Event on the Rotary Site and sign up today. Help is greatly needed.

The Speaker List has been updated. Please check for your name and date. If you need to change this date, choose a date that works better for you and get with the Rotary Member who has the date you need and see if it is possible to change dates with them. It is important to have good speakers at our luncheons. Please have an informative and intersting speaker for your date.

Volunteers Needed
It is a new year and our team here at the Family Literacy Center has started a new initiative called "Utilizing Our Talents." We know that many of our volunteers have exceptional skills in specific areas and we are not tapping into that incredible pool of talents. We hope to change this. We have identified specific needs within the Family Literacy Center and have developed basic job descriptions for these needs. It is our hope that our current volunteers may discover that they can help in new ways that may be very fulfilling to them. We also hope that our volunteer team will feel more comfortable recruiting new volunteers that may not want to be traditional volunteer tutors (although we always have a need for them as well). There is SO much our volunteers can do to help us achieve the mission of the Family Literacy Center which is "building skills and enriching lives through literacy in the Lapeer County area." Please review this extensive list of volunteer jobs. There is a great variety of jobs we need filled. Contact us if you believe you possess the skills necessary to be successful in one or more positions. We will provide training, support and supplies. Thank you for your time and commitment to the Family Literacy Center!
Why should I be a tutor? Most of us are looking for a way to make a difference in the world we live in. Teaching an adult to read is a satisfying way to do that. As a tutor, you help to "free a mind" to learn, to grow and achieve. You see a person "take wings" moving from self-doubt to self-confidence, from an "I can't do it" attitude to an "anything is possible" attitude. At the same time, YOU are learning, growing, achieving and gaining new perspectives on the world you live in. What better incentive could there be? Visit: www.readlapeer.org

The Lapeer Loggers are proud members of the All American Hockey League (AAHL) Tyler Harrison; harrison@lapeerloggers.com 269-861-1236 Knauft;Head Coach, is no stranger to the people of Lapeer. He played for the Flint Generals of the United Hockey League in eight seasons between 1993 to 2008. In a eleven year professional career Knauft recorded 115 goals, 254 assists for 369 points and 1285 penalty minutes. Knauft's physical brand of hockey, made him a fan favourite and one of the top defensemen in Flint Generals History. "I want to coach the same way I played," said Knauft. "I don't expect people to go out and fight but I expect them to go out and play a hard-nosed style of hockey. "I would like to have the type of team that if you want to play finesse, we'll pay finesse. If you want to bang, we'll bang. If you have a couple of meatheads and you want to fight, I'll have a couple of guys who will fight.
Next Game: Nov 19, 2010 7:30 PM Troy Bruins Preview Get your season Tickets today at www.lapeerloggers.com e-mail us at info@lapeerloggers.com.

Wally Green, organizer of the third annual Made-In-Michigan Fim Festival, believes this year's billing is the best yet. Walley seeks to promote movies made here in Michigan and give new filmmakers a venue for their work. The film festival is presented by Lapeer native Wally Green and the Lapeer County Film Office. According to Green, this year's turnout promises to be the best so far. Last year the festival received seven entries from filmmakers. This year there were 43 submissions, ranging from short to feature length, 24 of which will be screened at the PIX over the course of two days. The in-person visit by Becker and other members of the film industry is exactly what the Lapeer County Film Office was hoping to see. Apart from annual film festival the non-profit group works to bring filmmakers into the Lapeer area. The Michigan Film Initiative offers a tax credit incentive to Michigan based movies, prompting an in-state boost in the industry over the last few years. Jeff Daniels continues to make and promote movies in Michigan, his native state. Sean Penn recently finished filming a movie in Bad Axe and Hugh Jackman's latest film, "Real Steel", was just shot in Oxford. "Now we just need to get one here in Lapeer," said Green. The Made-In-Michigan Film Festival is hoping to draw more attention to the area and attract more Hollywood stars each year. "Our goal," said Green, "is to enrich community life in the area, culturally and economically." Tickets for the film festival cost $5 and cover both Friday and Saturday. Attendees are welcome to stay for as many films as they wish to see. For more information, call 810-793- 5819 or go to www.madeinmichiganfilmfest. org Film festival schedule (running times)

Rotary members signed up to deliver dictionaries this week for our Rotary/Kiwanis Dictionary Project. We are delivering a Dictionary to each 3rd grade student. We also read them a story. The Children are so excited to find new things inside their new dictionaries. This is also our Reading Project. The Children really enjoy listening to a story from a book we pick from their library or one that we bring in from our own home. The mission of the Dictionary Project is to donate dictionaries to children and encourage them to learn new words so that they will be able to use the English language effectively. We used the Dictionary to look up the words Service and Club and explained to them that Rotary and Kiwanis are SERVICE CLUBS giving back to the lapeer community. Service: helping others Club: a group of people who have organized themselves with or for a common purpose.
These are the Schools we deliver to this week: Murphy Elm - Monday Nov 8 8:30 - 9:00 in the Gym Lynch Elm - Monday Nov 8, 8:15 - 8:45 Chatfield - Tuesday Nov 9, 2:30 - 3:00 in the Library Turrill Elm - Wednesday Nov 10, 10:00 - 10:30 in room #106 Bishop Kelley Catholic School

T he mission of The Rotary Foundation is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. The Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation supported solely by voluntary contributions from Rotarians and friends of the Foundation who share its vision of a better world.Global Contribution Individual Rotarians, friends of Rotarians, and organizations can make a contribution to support our humanitarian work. Paul Harris Fellows can be named at the time of the contribution or later. Recurring gift Programs include PolioPlus; Rotary's US$200 Million Challenge is The Rotary Foundation's response to the two grants totaling $355 million from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help eradicate polio. Every dollar given to PolioPlus will be counted toward the $200 million match, which must be completed by 30 June 2012. Health, Hunger and Humanity (3-H) GrantsMatching Grants provide matching funds for international service projects of Rotary clubs and districts.Volunteer Service GrantsRotary World Peace Fellowships.Ambassadorial Scholarships.Group Study Exchange (GSE). See our District Rotary Website for more information.

See the Events Calander for your Favorite Food Menu. Click on that Event and Register for your Rotary Dinner Before it is Filled. Jeff Johnston has added a November Dinner. Sign Up Today.

We spent the time helping Rotarians Sign in and Set Up Passwords for our Rotary Website. If you missed this and need help contact either Cynthia Schlaud or Tony Diodato.

I spent a great month, I played a lot of soccer game and lost only one, I scored a few goals for the team. At school everything is fine I worked on my senior project in English class, I use to stay at school after class to work on it with my English teacher, she is very helpful. In speech class I did a speech about my life in France with a PowerPoint, I think student liked that, they was interesting. I went to Homecoming with some friends, it was pretty funny I had a good time. Then I went to a haunted house with Clayton and some other friend, it was nice too. I have a lot of friends at school so everything is okay. ""Yann currently has injured his knee playing Soccer. He has a Doctor's Appointment this Friday""

Southern Links Trailway is a motorized trail that connects the comunities of Columbiaville, Otter Lake, and Millington (So Far). The trailway is constructed from the old and unused railways that connect these communities. The 10.2 mile trailway is paved with asphalt and minimum of 10' wide for hiking, biking, running, walking and horseback riding. This scenic path provides its travelers with views of open fields and wetlands, wooded forests and farm lands. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors with family and friends. "Linking Communities with Every Step" For more information visit www.southernlinkstrailway.com

Our District Governor's Visit was very nice. Topic was all of the good works our club is doing, the fight against Polio continues, and the usage of the 4 way test and having fun this year. He also spoke about our Rotary Logo this year Building Communities, Bridging Continents. All in all the visit was a success. Thank you to all Rotarians who made the extra effort to attend this meeting.

Tomorrow I'm starting my 5th week in France! It's unbelievable. The time just flies by. I arrived August 26 completely whiped out and jet lagged. Frederic Pellerin, my yeo, picked me and some other exchange students up at the airport. We ate lunch at his appartment in Paris and he gave us a little walking tour. After, I went to a week of language camp. It was really great. I met some other exchange students and we became tight. Not all of them are in my district so that's kind of cool. I get to see them in two weeks at a big conference! I'm so excited! During the week I stayed with another family who lived in Bourges, my town, because my host family lives in a town close to Bourges. It was just easier to get to the camp (which was at my school) each morning. It was really nice to meet another family. Their name is the Buchet's. They have two kids, but the daughter is in college in a near by town so I haven't met her yet. Their son, Adrien, goes to school with me and became my first french friend. :) After the week was over I got to meet my family. The Gillets. They're so wonderful! They do everything they can to make sure I am comfortable and I don't tell them when I don't like some kind of food becuase then they make sure they never eat it. EVER. It's so sweet of them. They found out I like eating green beans raw, something they think is the weirdest thing ever, but they made sure to leave out green beans for the rest of the season. Their son goes to college an hour away but he comes home on the weekends. He's always fun but always tired. Gladys, my sis, is a senior in high school which means she always has lots of homework, but she always has time for singing horribly off key to the radio with me (they listen to american music! so weird!), eating sweets, and karate practice. I LOVE the food. the bread is to die for. Literally. And my family is on a mission to make sure I try every pastry out there. I am already gaining weight. That's why I've started going to the local pool. I refuse to stop eating so much because it's soooooo good. Thursday the pool was closed so I went to my sisters' karate practice instead. That's was interesting. School is pretty terrible, I won't lie. It's ten hours long every day. Sometimes I luck out and have 2 hours for lunch but that's only because I don't take a fourth language because they've all taken it for several years and I wouldn't be able to follow anything. They're all amazed I only speak english and that I've only studied French. It's pretty sad. The French culture is very cold to new people and it doesn't help that I am attending a private Catholic school. So for the first two weeks or more it was just me and this other american exchange student. Everyone stared at us like we were animals, but wouldn't talk to us. It's getting better, but everytime I make friends I find out something bad about them. The French LOVE gossiping. Disprite how terrible school is, I'm loving it here. I don't understand much, but I walk around in an ignorant bubble. Happy as a clam. My french is improving, but really really slowly. I want it to speed up! This next month I think I'm going to try harder to improve. I don't think I can ever thank you enough for giving me this oportunity! best wishes and salut! bonne nuit! Wei Li

It is very important that all Rotary Members attend this Meeting. This is a SPECIAL Tuesday luncheon, all Board Members are required to attend a meeting with the District Governor at 11:30am prior to the regular scheduled luncheon. ""Spouses are welcome to attend"" Please all members attend this meeting above all meetings. From District Governor Mike's webpage:
"What's the Club Challenge?? As you have already heard me say, or will soon hear me say -- I believe there is little doubt that the Rotary Club that has fun and feels pride in itself is the Rotary Club with great membership numbers, excellent projects, a great image in the community and wonderful accomplishments in both local and international projects."

Contact Kathleen Whitman to sponsor her walk to help the handicapped. She will be walking Sunday, October 3rd.
Banbury Cross Therapeutic Equestrian Center 1223 Brauer Road Oxford, MI 48371 Phone: 248-628-RIDE (7433) Fax: 248-628-0577 banburycross@intouchmi.com Banbury Cross Therapeutic Equestrian Center has been established to better the quality of life for people of all disabilities through therapeutic equestrian activities. The center provides the opportunity for each student to develop to his or her greatest potential. Through training and involvement of volunteers, Banbury Cross also hopes to strengthen understanding toward disabled people.

Two Great Events both on September 18th. Celebrate America and the Constitution at this patriotic and fun annual event. Special Guest Speaker Col. John Eidsmoe. Free! Constitution Celebration at the Historic Lapeer County Courthouse, Lapeer 10:30am to 12:30pm. ALSO!! Heritage Research Institute Constitution Dinner Catered by E.G. Nick's of Lapeer. Dinner and Program 4:30pm at the Mayfield Township Hall, Lapeer. Tickets $30each or table of 8 for $220. Reserve now- Seating is limited. visit www,ushri.org for more information on dinner tickets. or check out the website: www.heritageresearchinstitute.org

Explore the corners of Lapeer, Macomb, Oakland & St. Clair Counties. You can visit their wegsite at: http://www.4ccf.org/ Your community foundation name is a nonprofit, community corporation created by and for the people of [your geographic area]. We are here to help our donors make a positive impact on their community. Three special features of community foundations. One: personalized service. We make giving easy and effective, accepting a wide variety of gifts and providing donors a number of charitable options. You can contribute cash, stocks, property, and bequests. You may establish a fund in your name or in the name of a loved one. In most cases, your gift qualifies for maximum tax advantage under federal law. Two: local expertise. Our professional staff has an in-depth understanding of the issues, opportunities, and resources that shape our community. They monitor all areas of community need including human services, education, the environment, healthcare, the arts, and economic development.We can help you learn more about local organizations and programs that make a difference in areas you care about most. Three: community leadership.We invest in the long term and bring people and organizations together, convening diverse voices to address local issues and opportunities. Our business is building community.

Calvery Bible Church on M-24 South of K Mart is having a Blood Drive Sept 7th, 2010. They need 4 -5 Volunteers for Set Up at 8:30am and then help Tear Down at 8:00pm. Jim Luisier has the information on this, please give Jim a call if you are willing to work this event. You can also sign up by clicking on this "Event" in Calander and signing up to volunteer. This will send Jim your message on what times you are available to help. Sept 7th Voluteer List is: 8:30 am Set Up is Carl, Rich, Ken, Cindy; 8:00 pm Take Down is: Jim, Mark, Tony and Cindy. Make sure your name is on the list. Remember "It doesn't hurt to Volunteer"

Here is the schedule as it shows so far. We need more that one person posted during the times noted so please register today. ((Many hands make light work)) Either email your registration back to me or call Jim Luisier at (810) 287-0752...... Thursday: 3-10pm Jim Luisier; 3:30-9:30pm Tim Oesch; 9-2am Bob Thomas; 9-2am Tony Diodato///...... Friday: 2:30-10pm Jim Luisier; 4-10pm Pete Conway; 4-10pm Jeff Johnston; 10-2am Bob Thomas; 10-2am Pete Conway; 10-2am Jim McCarter///...... Saturday: 1-9:30pm Jim Luisier; 2-9:30pm Laura Barnard; 4-10pm Bill Stockton; 10-2am Jim McCarter///...... Sunday: 3-9:30pm Jim Luisier; 4-10pm Chuck Scheideeger; 10-2am Colleen Muir; 10-2am Jim McCarter

Lapeer Community Schools will celebrate the completion of construction on the second of its two new middle schools at a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house at 6 p.m. August 12 at Zemmer Middle School, 1920 W. Oregon, Lapeer. Lapeer voters approved a $56.7 million bond issue in 2007, a portion of which financed the renovation of the former Zemmer Junior High School into a new middle school. Construction of the new Rolland-Warner Middle School was completed last fall, expanding the facilities at the former Woodside School. This fall will mark the first time the two new schools will house 6th, 7th and 8th grade students with new, innovative middle school programs. "We are extremely happy to be able to open these new facilities," said Debbie Thompson, Lapeer Community Schools Superintendent. "Wired from top to bottom for today's technology and the technology of the future, these two campuses are ready to serve the students of Lapeer for generations."

Lapeer Rotary and Lapeer Kiwanis endured a very wet softball game Monday evening at Rowden Park. The rain overtook us but not until the game was won by Lapeer Rotary 3 to 0. Though it is said that some of Kiwanis Members played on the Rotary Team. After the game, as we were all sharing good food and good conversation, a rainbow filled the sky above the ball field, just as if to say "we are all winners where it counts". "Service above Self " See additional photos on our website under stories: http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/Home/stories.asp?cid=1392

If you missed the meeting last week, you missed a unique opportunity. We had a great lunch from Mansino's. Went for a walk down the road to visit the Boyscout Camping and water area. Found a very large turtle now named lunch or dinner not sure which. But we had alot of fun. If you ever get time get with Ned for a visit. With 340 acres of rolling woodlands and trails in Lapeer County, Camp Holaka offers many camping choices. It also has many cabins and a couple lodges for indoor camping and many campsites for tent camping. During the summer, Camp Holaka is used primarily for Cub Scout camping with different day camps and weekend events. For more information you can contact the camp ranger at (810) 664-4063. Visit their website for more information. http://www.tpcbsa.org/General/Camps/Holaka/index.html Ned Savage District Executive Tall Pine Council BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 507 W. Atherton Road Flint, MI 48507-2404 810-235-8714 (Direct Line) 810-235-5052 (Fax)

If you haven't seen the Lapeer News you missed the article that talks about Rotary Derby Race August 22nd, 2010. It has a great photo of Rotary Member Tony Diodato with Matt and Gavin English working on their soap box derby car. The article talks about our Rotary Rollin Derby in its sixth year during Lapeer Days. The article also talks about young Gavin being able to join in the race for the first time last year. This year they are designing and constructing their car in hopes for a big win. Read the details in the Lapeer Area View page 3 of the July 29th edition.

Every 5 years the Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority (GLTA) must ask for approval from the residents of GLTA's service area for a millage renewal to support its transit operations. If you have futher questions you may contact Carol Wegher GLTA Executive Director, at the GLTA business office location at 230 S. Monroe Ste., Lapeer, MI 48446, by calling (810) 664-4556, or email cwegher@go-glta.org or visit their website www.go-glta.org

Wei Leigh is Lapeer Rotary's Outbound Exchange Student going to France. She leaves August 25, 2010. She has already communicated with her three host families that she will be staying with in Bourches, France. She will be going to school at St. Catherine's Catholic School. She is very excited; she has wanted to do this since the age of 13. She loves the language and culture of the French people. She presented pictures of her District Rotary Meetings with her newfound international friends she has experienced so far. She also gave us a graph of the emotional ups and downs that she is to expect during her yearly exchange. We wish Wei Leigh great success in her Rotary Exchange and look forward to her return presentation next year. We are proud to have Wei Leigh represent Rotary Club of Lapeer as our Youth Exchange Ambassador.

Not being able to deal with a threatening situation is scary to everyone. The aim of the Adult Protective Services Program is to assist those persons 18 years old or older who have been abused, neglected, or exploited and who are vulnerable and unable to take the necessary steps to correct their situation. ABUSE: is harm or threatened harm to an adult's health or welfare caused by another person. (An example of Abuse is): A deveopmentally disabled woman who resides in the home of her father and is being beaten by him. NEGLECT: Is harm to an adult's health or welfare caused by the inablity of the adult to respond to a harmful situation (self-neglect) or the conduct of a person who assumes responsiblity for a significant aspect of the adult's health or welfare. (An example of neglect is): A physical disabled man is left in front of the TV all day without a meal or access to toilet facilities. EXPLOITATION: Is the misuse of an adults' funds, property, or personal dignity by another person. (An example of exploitation is): An elderly woman's adult son is using her money for his own needs without her knowledge or approval. Call Dorothy Kalar (810) 245-1323 or Ann Chapaton (810) 667-0831 or Elaine Stoutenburg (24hrs (810) 664-5968) or Sheriff Ron Kalanquin (810) 554-1801 or MI 24 hour hotline 1-(800) 996-6228 for help.

Presented to David Manning, the highest rotary award- Paul Harris Fellowship Award, by our new Rotary President Jan Manning.

See photos of Changing of the Guard. Past President David Sommerville and the induction ceremony of our new President Jan Manning with her new board members. See the Photo Journal for additional photos of this event.

Lapeer County Community Foundation Mission Statement "The Lapeer County Community Foundation builds and manages permanent endowment funds from a wide variety of donors to provide grants that enhance the quality of life in Lapeer County, now and for future generations." The Foundation is located at 220 West Nepessing Street, St #202, Lapeer, MI. Phone number (810) 664-0691 lccf@charterinternet.com or www.lapeercountycommunityfoundation.org. Ways of giving or types of gifts include: *Cash *Checks *Credit cards via PayPal or telephone *Public traded securities and Mutual Funds *Tangible personal property *IRA charitable rollovers * Planned/Deferred gifts *Life Insurance policies * Real Estate *Pledges Call Ashley for futher information or if you would like to suport the Lapeer County Community Foudation.

810-614-6717 New Lapeer Business. new_u@charter.net Teresa's business is located at: 911 Baldwin Rd., Ste C, Lapeer, MI. Teresa gave a very informative presentation in describing the different types of message techniques and why she uses them. She uses this in conjunction with medical practices, acupuncture and healing oils. Call Teresa today for your therapeutic message.

Nasi gave her farewell presentation on her life in America. She reviewed her host families, her favorite things i.e. (Taco Bell, Cheesecake, Broccoli, Drive-thru Restaurants and Unlimited Drink Refills). We saw a lot of the events she attended and places she saw. She is very grateful to Rotary and everyone for making her Rotary Year the most memorable of her life. She will never forget us. Thank You to Lapeer Rotary from Nasi.

Rotary Came to Lapeer In 1924 Enoch "Tom" White's vision of what the Rotary organization could do for the community resulted in the formation of a Lapeer Rotary Club on March 15, 1924.

"Employment Builders Alliance" Benifits include: *Access to training resources through a single point of contact. *Training programs directly linked to common business needs. *Increase job performance of current employees. *Reduced costs of training. *Training data required for quality requirements and cost/benefit analysis. * Individuals can now join the EBA. Staff will work with you to provide your business with whatever type of training you need to take you to the next level. Training in areas from Blueprint Reading, Effective Marketing & Promotion, Project Management, to Payroll law and Principles & Qualities of Genuine Leaderships. Call Eldond today (810) 414-3000 for Transferable Skills Assessment and Transferable Skills Job Matching. Grow your ideas, Grow your business, Grow your Dream. Thumb Area Research & Innovation Center Network Kickoff! Monday, May 3rd, 2010/ Registration is at 8:30. Program ends at 11:30 am for Lunch. Register via e-mail to: epreston@sanilaccounty.org

Tickets were turned in to Bob Thomas. Odds of winning were very good only 165 tickets sold for this Reverse Raffle. Members were selling, selling, selling. Prizes included: 1st $2500, 2nd $1500, 3rd $1000, or $100 every 5th card drawn. There were also very nice Auction Items available as well as Fishbowl Gifts. Ticket Price was: $150 Gambling only, $ 50 Meal (Couple), or $200 Gambling and dinner for two. Plus chances to draw winnings for "THE POT OF GOLD" We Set our Calanders and were not Late at Devil's Ridge Golf Club, 3700 Metamora Rd., Oxford, MI. Call or email Kathy or Bob Thomas for further information.

Justin gave us an amazing demonstration of his Magic using cards. Everyone was awe inspired. Watch close and see if you can catch it, you will also be amazed. If you have a party, wedding or special occasion you could use an amazing attraction for give Justin a call at (810) 338-9800

Just copy and paste the link for upcoming events. http://www.pixlapeer.org/

Editor's Note: Lapeer Regional Medical Center President and CEO Bart Buxton has been making the rounds in the Lapeer community, presenting information to a variety of service organizations-including his presentation March 23 to the members of the Rotary of Lapeer regarding the importance of individuals preparing advance directives. Recently, Bart sat down with County Press Reporter Nancy Angellotti to discuss the importance of individuals making their wishes known about critical health decisions. He shared with Rotary members much of what was contained in the following article, which appeared in the Wednesday, Feb. 10 issue of the County Press.Check out Lapeer Regional Medical Center's website at www.lapeerregional.org to learn more about advance directives. If you still have questions about advance directives, you can call LRMC at 810-667-5578.

Dave Warrington [dwarrington@lcbt.com] Dave Warrington Assistant Financial Officer Lapeer County Bank & Trust Co. P.O. Box 250 Lapeer, MI 48446 Phone: (810) 245-2903 Fax: (810) 667-5411 dwarrington@lcbt.com

Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first 3 yrs of life. It is the result of a neurologic disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in areas of social interaction and communications skills. This affects individuals differntly and to varying degrees. There is no known single cause for autism. Autism affects 1 in 91 children and 1 in 58 boys (US Centers for Desease Control and Prevention October 2009)

Goodwill places someone in a job every 42 seconds of every business day. Goodwill Industries has been putting people to work since 1902. We train people for careers in fields such as financial services, computer programming and health care. We provide employment, job training and career services to people with disabilities, welfare recipients and others who are trying to enter the workforce for the first time or get a better job. We believe that work creates the economic energy that builds strong families and strong communities. Work helps build self-confidence, friendship and independence. Everyone deserves a chance to have those things in life. Goodwill provides that chance. Rene McMann; Vice President & WFD Director Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan Inc. 501 S. Averill Ave. Flint,MI 48506 (810) 762-9960

The RoboSentry was designed to relentlessly and reliably patrol a facility recording the status of the building along its route. Image snapshots of areas of interest are automatically saved and exported in a report format. An operator can monitor the activity of the robot via PC software as well as control the robot and PTZ camera manually if desired. CCSRobotics; 1778 Imlay City Rd., Lapeer, MI 48446 USA

You were invited to our Holiday Gathering at: Hunters Creek Club 675 E Sutton Rd., Metamora BYOB Cocktails 6:30pm Dinner 7:15pm. RSVP (810) 516-1546 If you missed it you missed a Fabulous Dinner and Wonderful Company with our Rotary Members and our Families. We Ate, We Sang, We Talked, Told Stories and Jokes and Ate again. There was alot of Laughing and Enjoyment. Don't Miss Next Year.

Jim Whitson, JN Phone 810-664-2073 email: jameswhitson735@msn.com HIGHLANDER SEA Port Huron's flagship was purchased by Acheson Ventures LLC of Port Huron in April of 2002.

Did you sign up to ring the Bells for Salvation Army on December 5th? call Mark Glasby at (810) 667-7802 or email him at glasbym@dteenergy.com. This is the season for giving just a little of your time for the special needs of our Lapeer Community. Funds stays in the county where the money is collected. Lapeer Rotary has collected for Salvation Army a total of $26,220.

Michelle Steiner; Executive Director United Way of Lapeer County 220 W Nepessing Street, Suite 201 e mail: msteiner@unitedwaylapeer.org Phone (810) 667-2912

Bring the Children Dec 22nd Rotary Luncheon. Rotary Club of Lapeer will be Celebrating Christmas with the Children. Bring your Children or GrandChildren to this luncheon. Merry Christmas to Everyone.

Banbury Cross Therapeutic Equestrian Center 1223 Brauer Road Oxford, MI 48371 Phone: 248-628-RIDE (7433) Fax: 248-628-0577 banburycross@intouchmi.com

We enjoyed a visit from District 6330 Governor Tanya Wolff Tuesday, October 13, 2009. In the photo from left to right is: Asst District Governor Sonya Boone, Lapeer Rotary President Dave Sommerville; District Governor Tanya Wolff.

From left to right: Rotary Members Mike Higgins and Cynthia Schlaud, Rotary Exchange student Nasikat Uraimova, Rotary Member David Dyer

We celebrate Nasi's Birthday, October 18, 2009 she is 18 years old.

"Sonya Boone; Asst Governor" talking2sonya@yahoo.com and "Tanya F Wolff; District Governor 6330". Meet DG Tanya F Wolff Learn all about Tanya Wolff, 6330 District Governor for 2009-2010. Go to Home Page and click on our District Website.

Our Fifth annual Rotary Rollin' Derby was held during Lapeer Days on Sunday August 23 at 1pm. Since we had a great turn out for 2008, we limited the number of cars to 20. Always be sure to register early and secure a spot as many drivers return each year. We also sell 7 of the derby cars from the past 4 years if you don't have the resources to build them. Financing is available with favorable terms! All proceeds go to the Rotary Club of Lapeer to fund community projects (including the Soap Box Derby). If you have an interest in this, please contact us and check back periodically for more details. Here are the details so far...

This is one of our major fundraisers. It is important that we all come together to support our yearly budget. Please go to the above calendar and click on the Poker Palace on Nov 29th - Dec 01st. Jim Luisier and Jim McCarter working at the chip counter.