Starting in the Fall semester of 2015 with 15 members, the EPICS-REAP (Engineering Projects In Community Service – ReEntry And Preparedness) team has been the primary source of engineering for the REAP Worker Owned Cooperative Greenhouse Initiative. Initially separating up into 4 sub-teams: Agriculture, Architecture, Power and Water; the first step was to figure out what the main intention of the project was to be. Meeting at least once a week with Carol Manetta and Greg Smith for those first few months was normal as the size of the project warranted that time was taken to figure out the deeper underlying causes of the problems to be solved. After all that could be done talking with Carol and Greg it was then time to meet with those who would be the day to day users of the facility. On Wednesday, November 11th, 2015, the team caravaned up to the site on the Navajo Nation land in northeastern Arizona. Only armed with questions, multiple cameras and basic surveying equipment a site survey was made and a firmer understanding of the client was obtained.
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Anthem Country Club - Ironwood
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Anthem, AZ 85086-3809
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Anthem July 3rd Event at Community Park
Jul 03, 2017
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Our speaker was Mark Taylor of Extreme Ariel Productions, who shared how his business came to be and his thoughts on video’s importance in today’s marketplace.An excerpt from his “About Us” page:
Founded in 2014, Extreme Aerial Productions, LLC is a professional Aerial Drone Video and Photography Company based in Scottsdale, Arizona. We work nationwide, are FAA Approved for Commercial Drone Operations and backed by the best aviation insurance money can buy. From a simple shoot to major motion pictures, from a small budget to a movie budget.
Click >here< to learn more about Mark and Extreme Ariel Productions
We were visited by Wade Barter, Captain of the Daisy Mountain Fire Department who brought his two sons to today’s meeting where the club thanked him for the generous donation of dinner with the firefighters. The Rotary club’s own Bonnie Markham won the auction this year and has chosen to celebrate her birthday with said firefighters.
Please check out their charity web page by clicking >here<.
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Mark Scott shared his grandfather’s history trove of pictures and commentary regarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He accompanied the slide deck with his personal and detailed narration which brought the subject matter’s events to life.Thank you, Mark, for taking the time to share and enlighten us!
A great morning which was shared with the kind folks of Teen Challenge. The Rotary Club of Anthem also shared in the way of a $500 check to support the good works of this extraordinary program. Not only was the food excellent, the sharing was heartfelt and appreciated by all.For further info please check out their website listed below.
Extraordinary meeting today with the Anthem Rotary Club's inaugural 2016/2017 Teacher of the Year awards this morning at the Anthem Golf & Country Club. Three amazing teachers––Tina Reese (3rd grade teacher, Anthem Preparatory Academy), Andrea Nix (7th grade science teacher, Canyon Springs), and Vanessa Montgomery (honors biology teacher, Boulder Creek High School)––were honored. Congrats to these amazing educators. .JPG)
Tom McDermott from Metro Auto Auctions shared insights regarding success. The following is an excerpt from the Metro Auto Auctions website:Metro Auto Auction opened for business on January 5th, 2007 as a 6 lane auction on fifty acres. Since the beginning our auction has maintained a strong conversion rate with over 60 franchise dealerships and the largest independent dealer in the state anchoring the sale. We have the reputation as the dealer’s auction and business has thrived amidst the most competitive of wholesale markets and difficult economic times. In 2010, Metro added 2 lanes to become an 8 lane facility and was the only auction in the country to expand during that year. In June 2012 Metro opened a new facility in Lewisville, TX.
Tom McDermott owner and General Manager of Metro AA Phoenix, attributes the rapid growth to a simple yet powerful strategy,” Do what the competition does only better.” Each employee has internalized this strategy due to the bedrock principles of safety, integrity, charity, compassion, fun, enthusiasm, and diversity. Before a team member can begin employment, each employee is required to pass a comprehensive DVD series about customer service and the auction business.
Serving all the major markets in the West, Metro Auto Auction offers a complete range of services including: transportation, reconditioning, post sale inspections, financing, salvage, and specialty sales. We remarket dealer cars, financial institutions, credit unions, rental car companies and leasing firms. Metro Auto Auction is the largest dealer consignment sale in the West. You are invited to visit and discover why our dealers say we are "Simply Better."
Another active week for the Anthem Rotary club. As President Ryan said, one of the best things that happen in our club is to be joined by another service minded individual. This Friday, we had the pleasure of welcoming Sam Crump’s sponsee, Frankie Ruiz of Azetca Home Services. Frankie was a Rotarian in Flagstaff and wanted to channel his enthusiasm for community service in his hometown of Anthem. After spending some time with Frankie at St. Mary’s Food Bank it is easy to see the enthusiasm he has for helping others. Thanks for joining us Frankie, and I am sure I speak for everyone in the club when I say we are excited to see all you can bring to Service Beyond Self.
On Saturday members of the Anthem Rotary Club traveled to the St. Mary’s Food Bank and built, packed, and stacked boxes of food for those in need. Claudia Cucitro who has worked as an employee of the food bank for 22 years organized the well-attended event that not only helped those in need, but was a lot of fun to boot. Thanks to all of the Rotarians that took a little time from their Saturday to once again apply Service Above Self. Click here for the photo album of those who took part.
And finally, our speaker on Friday was the club’s own Francisco “Paco” Tort. Paco explained how the grant process works and how our donations channel through the Foundation to the designated projects. This was the second presentation Paco gave us in the past three weeks, so he seemed pretty well versed in his new role as speaker stand-in. Thanks Paco!
Carol Manetta from REAPAZ.ORG provided information on what they are doing at the Navajo Nation - below is an excerpt from their website - check it out to learn more - www.reapaz.org
Another great Anthem Rotary Club meeting, with an engaging speaker. Jean Herschede from Amigo de Guatemala shared how the grants from Rotary directly affect the education of the youth of Guatemala. She also included pictures of the young ladies which our club sponsors.
Thank you, Jean, for having a passion that has such a positive of effect on young people, and for taking the time to share with us!
As always, a link for you to learn more about speaker: Amigo de Guatemala
Also, flags were exchanged with our guests, a great tradition… thank you!The Anthem Rotary Club is hosting is our 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Persimmon Golf Course and CC. We welcome all to participate on the course or for the meal afterward in the beautiful Country Club. There will be games of skill and chance for everyone to take part in. There will also be raffles, auctions, and free giveaways!
We still have available both hole sponsors as well as the opportunity to be a major sponsor. This is a great opportunity for our local businesses to support the community that supports them while having a great day on the golf course.
Come join us for a day of golf in beautiful Anthem.
Forms for both golfers and sponsorship can be found in the "Downloads" menu on the right.
Our meeting started with Lynn sharing the many tasks the Secretary position entails and how organizational skills are a must. President Ryan concurred strongly.
Thanks for all you do for the club Donna!
Next, Greg Predmore, of Infuse IV Nutrition & Sport Recovery took the time this morning to share how his business came to be and the many benefits of IV therapy versus the use of vitamins, and how IVs support a healthy lifestyle. He also made mention of the Pre and Post drinking IVs to the interest of many of those in attendance.
Thanks for stopping by Greg!
I have shared a link to Greg’s business below:
For this St. Patrick’s edition of the Anthem Rotary Club meeting our speaker was Joey Longo of Core 5 Flag Football. Joey shared his inspiration for creating his own flag football league was to create an experience that revolved around the child instead of the parent. He also shared some of his personal experiences in his young league that continues to drive his dedication to make his league one which separates itself from the others with its child-centric mission.
Good luck to Joey, and thanks for taking the time to present to us!
Click here for the Core Five Flag Football Website and Facebook pages
We also heard from one of our visitors, Erin Duffy, the Vice President of Anthem Prep’s PSO the positive effect of our Teacher of the Year award. She gave her heartfelt thanks to the club for our generosity in the community.
I have included a link below to Anthem Prep’s PSO webpage:
Anthem Prep’s PSO webpage
Anthem Prep’s PSO webpage
Paul Schickel, the Community Services Program Coordinator from the Daisy Mountain Fire District shared with us his role providing community outreach. He shared with is the upcoming fire district merger as well as making all of us aware that “there isn’t any free ambulance rides”. Thanks for all you do Paul and taking the time to join us in the morning.
Please follow the link below to check out the Daisy Mountain Fire Department’s website:
This morning's meeting had a little of everything and not one event insignificant. Two weeks in a row with new member inductions and today's induction was Brandee Jones, a local insurance agent who prides herself in the love of family and serving her community. It seems as if Rotary has just added a new dynamic member. Welcome Brandee!
Our guest speaker, Tara LeCount the principle of Diamond Canyon School joined us and shared details of her successful education program and how it serves our community. Thank you Tara for joining us and being so dedicated to the children of our community. Please take the time to check the Diamond Canyon School website and Facebook page:
To top off a meeting chock full of goodness, we had a visiting Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Novato California. As Club President Ryan mentioned, it is always a pleasure exchanging banners with like-minded Rotarians.I have included a link to the club in Novato below:
Our early morning Friday meetings are always wonderful however they are made so much more so when we add a new Rotarian. At this meeting, we welcomed Frank Sobolik, welcome Frank!
Michele Celentano from Michele Celentano Portrait Photography share with the club all aspects regarding photography and how she makes the experience stand out for those she works with. Thank you for taking the time for sharing Michele!Please check out her business Facebook page below:
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The Anthem Rotary Club’s very own Randy Posusta went with 39 other Rotarians to Caborca, Mexico to administer Polio vaccinations. Great work Randy! For the photo album, click the link below:
Miss Arizona, Katelyn Niemiec spoke to our club this Friday past. She shared her journey from childhood to where she is today as Miss Arizona and as a contestant for Miss America. She gave us insight on how the Miss America organization supports young ladies with scholarships and guiding them as to the importance (and necessity) of community service. I am including a link below to Katelyn’s Facebook page where she has shared her photo of her day with Rotary.
Our newest member Jana Erion was pinned by Bonnie Markham and inducted today. She shared a brief account of her background and why it aligns with Rotary’s mission. Welcome!
Today’s speakers were husband and wife team Steve and Kristen David who detailed their passion for the independent film industry as well as their labor of love, a digital camera platform which will allow independent filmmakers the tools they need at an affordable price point. Steve took a moment to point out the Rotary symbol, and how he being an engineer sees it as representing action and getting it done. Well said!
In what turned to be a meeting chockfull of great information, Ken Anderson, the Committee Chair for the Community Services Committee began the meeting describing how the committee supports the community both financially and by giving their time. Ken made a special point to salute his fellow committee members (Krista Solomon, Claudia Cucitro, and Sawana Grimmett) for their efforts to support our community. Great job to all!.JPG)
Krista Solomon and Club President Ryan Halleran presented a check to Yvonne Dolby of ProMusica a Chorale and Orchestra organization. .JPG)
Ken Anderson and Club President Ryan Halleran then presented a check to Joan Sisco and Mary Ann Derryberry of Veteran’s First, an organization which assists female veterans in need.
For further information please go to their Facebook Page at:
And if that was not enough, we then had the privilege of listening to Frank Romero describe the Nigeria Water Project and all it entailed. His presentation included photographs of the project from start to finish which brought the project to life.
Anthem Club President Ryan Halleran stands with Current District Governor 5510, Tonya Watson Phd.. DG Tonya gave an insightful perspective centered on value as a means to revitalize membership. DG Tonya hails from the Flagstaff Rotary club and you can check out their website by clicking here.
DG Tonya’s significant other, Steve Cervantes rips some early morning blues harmonica while Rotarians provide the backup chorus of a Rotary song.
Rotarians attend the ribbon cutting for the Black Canyon City Heritage Park as a show of support for the Anthem and Black Canyon City Chambers of Commerce. The event was attended by Club President Ryan Halleran, Craig Boates, Krista Solomon, Brian Zapoticzny, and Jennifer and Hunter Merrill.You can find more information about Heritage Park by clicking <here>.
Rotarians pictured left to right, Hunter Merrill, Jennifer Merrill, Brian Zapoticzny, and Krista Solomon.
