Of the random names drawn for our Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) 50/50 raffle, Steve's name was pulled, but he did not win half of the big pot.
Remember, that if you are a participating member and are unable to attend, you may designate someone to represent you. Members have the opportunity to change their minds regarding participation by contacting Cindy at CGRotary2020@gmal.com
Dana Fanslow from the Fox River Grove Library presented the membership with a review of the many programs our Matching Grant program has been able to provide over the past year. New this year, "Reading Colors Your World" was their summer reading program. Of the 130 kids that registered, 75 completed and received their color explosion bags and 60% finished badges totaling 1,068. They now have a shade tent displaying the Rotary logo and they continue to be very grateful--not only for our financial support, but also the "hands on" projects in which Rotarians assist.
A Big Shout Out to Fellow Rotarian Mary Scheep, for donating shopping bags that proudly display the Rotary Logo. These bags will be used by the Chamber at various functions. Thanks again Mary for thinking of the club. This will help promote our name throughout the community.
The Pope is visiting town and all the residents are dressed up in their best Sunday clothes. Everyone lines up on main street hoping for a personal blessing from the Pope.
One local man has put on his best suit and he’s sure the Pope will stop and talk to him. He is standing next to an exceptionally down-trodden looking bum who doesn’t smell very good. As the Pope comes walking by he leans over and says something to the bum and then walks right by the local man.
He can’t believe it, then it hits him. The Pope won’t talk to him, he’s concerned for the unfortunate people: the poor and feeble ones. Thinking fast, he gives the bum $20 to trade clothes with him. He puts on the bum’s clothing and runs down the street to line up for another chance for the Pope to stop and talk to him. Sure enough, the Pope walks right up to him this time, leans over close and says, “I thought I told you to get the hell out of here.”
On February 7, 2022, the Board approved the Paul Harris Club-Match Program to members in good standing of the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove:
Members who are not already a Paul Harris Fellow may make a cash donation up to $500. The club will match their contribution two-to-one up to $500* towards his/her first Paul Harris Fellow. So, if you contribute $334 the club will match $668 = $1,002.
Any member who is already a Paul Harris Fellow may make a cash donation up to $500*, and the club will match one-to-one towards his/her next Paul Harris level.
The program will run from 03/3/22 thru 05/14/22 and will be awarded at a suitable event. This allows for 2022 income tax deductions. Checks should be made payable to “The Cary-Grove Rotary Charitable Fund” and delivered to Pat Finlon.
*Paul Harris level advancements are in increments of $1,000, and there is a minimum contribution of $100 toward a club match. Please contact Linda Trexler if you are interested in taking advantage of this program or need assistance in knowing how close you are to your achieving your first, or next, Paul Harris level advancement.
I hear a lot of speakers at Rotary meetings. None in recent memory was as riveting – or as disturbing – as Sam Wijeyakumar of Rahab’s Daughters, who spoke to my Rotary club Wednesday night. Starting with her own experience, she shared stories and statistics of sex and labor trafficking all around us – including the suburban communities of Lake County.
You’ll hear how Rahab’s Daughters is scaling up to provide both on-the-ground intervention and hot lines for those being trafficked at next month’s NFL Championship game in Los Angeles. From February 3rd to 13th, from 5PM to 2AM Central Time, their volunteers will answer calls from those at risk. In fact, they are in desperate need of people to work those phone lines at their offices in Barrington. If after watching the video, you’d like to volunteer, even for a few hours, contact Rahab’s Daughters at 1-833-4NEW DAY.
The attached are photos were taken during the past week of the Nicaraguans working on the water project. It was delayed for quite a while until Rotary International got involved at our request. Now it seems to be chugging along at a good rate and the Club members in Nicaragua seem to be excited about the future. If anyone wants more detailed information, you can contact Melanie at melaniephe@aol.com.
The Fox River Grove Memorial Library will again be holding events for Elementary age children this year. Listed below are the dates and subject of each event. If interested in volunteering to help out at one of these events, contact Sue.
District 6440 has launched the District 6440 PolioPlus Society to support Rotary's promises and recently announced endgame strategy to achieve and sustain a polio-free world by 2026. The district is inviting all members to become a Charter Member.
PolioPlus Society members pledge to donate $100 every Rotary Year to the Rotary Foundation PolioPlus Fund until the world is certified polio-free. To become a Charter Member, make your pledge and date $100 to the PolioPlus Fund by June 30, 2022. Click here to join now.
I've copied and pasted the verbiage from Governor Lyle's email that was sent earlier this morning. This is a great opportunity for you to get your business listed in the Rotary Business Directory. Simply click on the link below to add your establishment to the list:
"You might have heard that our District is partnering with D6450 and Rotary International on a pilot of a new opportunity for our members: The Rotary Network.
Rotary began as an opportunity for fellowship and to build business relationships that, ideally, would be advantageous to both parties. The Rotary Network is solution for today, a way for Rotarians to help other Rotarians, and that's particularly welcome in these challenging times. You and other Rotarians might be anxious about their business, or be looking for advice, connections, or even information about changing careers. That's why The Rotary Networkwas created. See the attached flyer and this video to learn more.
And if you're like me, retired, The Rotary Network is for you, too! You can share your experience with other Rotarians, or provide guidance to a member that is looking for a change. It's another way for us to be of service.
Please take a few minutes to check out therotarynetwork.org, and then list your business, add your comments, sign up as a mentor, or suggest other resources we should add. The Rotary Networkwill only be as good as we together make it!"
Earlier this year, the Village of Cary announced its partnership with The Rotary Club of Cary-Grove in the development of a new park, "Cary Lake at Rotary Park". The Rotary Club is pleased to announce that it has begun soliciting donations for the construction of a picnic shelter that will be located near the main parking area of this facility. The pavilion will provide another feature to the park for the benefit of everyone that visits for many years to come. The estimated cost of this project is $70,000. The club is seeking the support of community members and local business owners in order to bring this to a quick, successful completion. Contributions are being accepted at the Club's Go Fund Me Page: http://gf.me/u/y6kq5f.
Project updates will be posted to our website and FaceBook page as construction at the site progresses.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out McHenry County Living's Upcoming Events. Might not be Rotary related, but attending sure will "build good will and better friendships."
Need a makeup but find it difficult to get to another club? If so, consider using Rotary's Web-based Rotary eClub One. Click on the link and go to the "Makeups" tab to get started. Doing makeups could be easier. Let us know how you like it.
Rotarian Action Groups are autonomous groups of Rotarians, family members, program participants and alumni who are experts in a particular field, such as micro-credit or water and sanitation. More information about these groups and their purpose can be found on RI's website.
Rotary Fellowships are independent groups of Rotarians, family members, program participants and alumni who share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends from around the world. Again, more detailed information is available at this link to RI's website.
If you haven't all ready done so, take the time to click on the two links above and see if there may be a group that fits with your interests. It's a great way to make new friends and to share common interests with Rotarians from around the world.
A new report from the Institute for Economics and Peace highlights grave ecological threats around the world — and suggests ways advocates can nurture a more benign environmental future.
Rotary statement on wild polio case in MalawiAs a result of ongoing disease surveillance, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) has confirmed a case of type 1 wild poliovirus (WPV1) in a child suffering from paralysis
Situated in different parts of the world, the Rotary Peace Centers offer tailor-made curricula to train individuals devoted to peacebuilding and conflict resolution — no matter where they land.
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