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Today our club announced two new Paul Harris Fellows, recognizing contributions to the club and to Rotary International. Foundation Chair LeeAnn Rasmuson recognized Kassidie Duckey and Noam Shendar, and presented them with certificates and pins in honor of the occasion. Congratulations! Pictured, from left: Club President Brian Lamb, New Paul Harris Fellow and Club President-Elect Noam Shendar, Foundation Chair LeeAnn Rasmuson, and New Paul Harris Fellow Kassidie Duckey. |
District Governor Jeff Gabriel VisitsBishop's own, District 5190 Governor Jeff Gabriel, visited our club as part of his tour of all clubs in the district. It is customary that the District Governor visit the clubs nearest to him last. During his talk, Jeff shared with us the theme and vision for his year-long tenure, which included a discussion of conifers. Did you know that the Giant Sequoia cone is one of the smallest in the conifer families? District Governor Jeff Gabriel presents newest member Maria Fierro with a Redwood sapling
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Welcome New Member Maria Fierro!The Rotary Club of Bishop is honored and delighted to welcome our newest member, Maria Fierro. Maria deserves additional congratulations for having just gotten a health permit for her hot dog cart! |
WELCOME TO THE ROTARY CLUB OF BISHOPThe Rotary Club of Bishop We meet weekly in person and online, |
Robert's Demotion Dinner
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Rotary gains new member |
In memory of wonderful friend and member |
Rotary Welcomes New Member |
Bishop Rotary Clubs donate new commercial refrigerator to Bishop First United Methodist ChurchRotary Clubs of Bishop presented a "big check" to The Bishop First United Methodist Church |
The passing of Kay O'Brien |
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Welcome to two new Members Yvonne and JanetWelcome to Yvonne Karzenstein, Ph.D. and Janet Guglielmino, Ph.D. |
Club donates $481.00 to Bishop Elementary School's Gotcha Program |
Club Portrait November 17th |
Rotary Club welcomes new member Dr. Allison J. RobinsonDr. Allison J. Robinson was inducted into The Rotary Club of Bishop on October 27th. Nancy Lowthorp, Allison's sponsor, said she is looking forward to working with Allison and helping her get started participating in the club's many community programs. A graduate of Whittier College, Robinson entered the US Navy when she attended the Uniformed Services University F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine in Bethesda, MD. She completed her General Surgery residency at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda and did a Colon and Rectal Fellowship at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans, LA. "As a surgeon, I truly enjoy meeting with and working with my patients as people - allowing them to return to their lives is a very satisfying part of my job "Robinson said. No stranger to the area, Robinson was raised in Big Pine. Stationed at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego for the past 10 years, Robinson and her husband, Ron, and two sons Toby, 13, and Cody, 12 recently moved to Bishop. As a family, the Robinsons enjoy outdoor activities including boating, fishing, kayaking and skiing.
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Annual School Box ProgramANNUAL SCHOOL BOX PROGRAMKay O'Brien and fellow Rotarians delivered 38 boxes of school supplies to Pine Street Elementary School and Round Valley School October 1st. Kelly Dunn was thrilled to get a box of needed supplies for her kindergarten class. Kay started this wonderful community project over 10 years ago.
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Three New Members! |
New Member Ken LyndesRotary 5190 District Governor, Gail Ellingwood led the induction at the Tuesday July 21st meetingKen is no stranger to community service and has participated in many of the club's programs for several years. He has helped with the 5th Grade Financial Literacy Program, read to 3rd Graders in Ms. Hammie's Literacy Circles, rounded up ducks in the rubber ducky derby, led fishing expeditions as part of our Sierra Safari and prepared and cooked food at the Soup Kitchen.
Ken was born in New Hampshire, raised in Covina, CA and enlisted in the US Navy in 1984. After serving his country for 20 years, he retired and trained as a Respiratory Therapist. When the opportunity to work in Bishop came up, they didn't think twice about moving to our small community eight years ago. Our beautiful Eastern Sierra surroundings is the perfect place for Ken to pursue his hobbies of fishing, hiking and fly tying.
Ken was attracted to Rotary because of the community service and the fellowship with club members and other Rotarians. He brings commitment, enthusiasm and initiative to the club as he joins his wife, Sue, working on our current community and international projects. They are a dynamic team!
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James wilson passed away July 15, 2015Club mourns the passing of member James WilsonOur dear friend and member since 2001, passed away at Renown Hospital in Reno on July 15th. The longtime Bishop resident and former business owner leaves behind his beloved wife, Kay, daughter, Roseanne, son-in-law, Bay and Grandson, Ansel. James was 67. At the time of his death, James was a member of the Rotary Club of Bishop where he was chairman of the International Service Committee; the Eastern Sierra chapter of the Audubon Society, which he helped found in 1983; and a board member of Friends of the Inyo, which he co-founded in 1986. James was a friend, mentor and role model to many who admire him for his honesty, loyalty, generosity, steadfastness, sly humor and grace.
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Pat Nahin's Demotion dinner July 1, 2015The Demotion dinner for Pat Nahin was held at Bishop Country Club on July 1, 2015. Maggie Kingsbury and Kay O'Brien planned the party with the theme African Safari. Pat thanked her board of directors and members for a great year. Club members donated hours of work for over 20 community and international projects the club supports. Over $28,000 was donated this year for the club's many programs and for scholarships.
Sue Lyndes, new President for the 2015 - 2016 term introduced her new board. Sue's new board took the oath of office given by Randy Van Tassell. Pictured are Sue Lyndes, Maggie Kingsbury, Jack England, Judy Haycook, Nicole Perry-Morley, Leo Pisculli, Victoria Alexander-Lane, Pat Nahin and Jody Cutler.
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Scholarships from The Rotary Club of Bishop |
Community Star Award |
Building a House in a day in Mexico |
What we do! |
Highway Cleanup |
Eastern Sierra Youth Outdoors 2015 Program |
Working at the Soup Kitchen |
Easter Basket Delivery |
The Rotary Club of Bishop helps at a "Be Real" Program for 7th & 8th grade studentsA special program by Rochelle Whellams, Speaker, Educator, RYLA & REGL (Co-Director), BDW Trainer, was held at the United Methodist Church Tuesday, February 10th for 7th and 8th grade students. The program was "Be Real", an interactive workshop and assembly to address middle school issues: Respect, Excellence (our eagerness and expectations of ourselves and others). This program was sponsored by The Rotary "Clubs of Bishop and the Slager Sunset Foundation. |
Bishop Rotary donates $2000.00 to Mammoth Lakes Noon RotaryAt a Rotary meeting in Mammoth, February 3rd, Patricia Nahin, President of The Rotary Club of Bishop noon club presented Bill Taylor, President of the Mammoth Lakes Noon Rotary Club with a $2000.00 check to help with the forthcoming Corazon project April 25, 2015. The materials for each house cost $7,800, which includes a high school scholarship and it tawkes 30 to 50 volunteers. The service club raises the money and finds the volunteers. |
Babies Welcome at Meetings! |
Wish Tree Program |
Bishop Rotary Santa Mile |
Bishop Rotary Santa Mile |
Rotary Club of Bishop |
The Rotary Club of Bishop's Ducky Derby |
Manuel Astorga joins The Rotary Club of Bishop |
Contact a Rotary Club of Bishop member to purchase your tickets! |
Rotarians Welcome New RYE Students |
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Bishop's 2014 - 2015 year!The Rotary Club of Bishop was founded November 12 1928 and has a rich history of service both locally and internationally. Our club is involved in projects that give back to our local community and benefit those in need around the world. Community projects have included providing school supplies to our local elementary school, Easter Baskets to local care centers, scholarships to local high school seniors, Christmas gifts for the IMACA Wish Tree program, highway cleanup, taking care of our community gardens, sponsoring the high school Interact Club, participating in the Rotary RYLA, REGL and RYE youth programs, leading a financial literacy program in our local schools and sponsoring a speech and music contest for local students. Recent international projects have included donations to Uganda for books for a school in Mercy Village, participating in a Corazon project building a home in one day in Mexico and supporting the Polio Plus Global Polio Eradication program. Our club is energetic and we look forward to another year filled with service to our community and the world. We invite you to join us for lunch, learn about our club and have fun with some fellow community members who value service to others. Pat Nahin, President
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Last Chance Spaghetti Dinner |
Scholarship Program 2014 |
The Rotary Club of Bishop serves dessert
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Victoria Alexander-Lane joins The Rotary Club of BishopPictured: Maggie Kingsbury, Victoria Alexander-Lane and her sponsor, Pat Nahin |
Corazon building Project May 2014Mammoth Lakes Noon Rotary Club organized a group of nearly 50 volunteers including Rotary Club of Bishop members DeEtte Johnston and Anneke Bishop, students and friends Kelly Pfeiler, Keirsten Anderson, Jackie and Maritza Garcia, Sarah Barba, Alison and Ian Bishop all joined in with volunteers to build a house in one day in the Village of Serra Azul, 12 kilometers south of the border. They left Saturday May 3rd and spent the night in El Cajon. Sunday everyone returned home, tired but happy and satisfied. The crew has a safety briefing from the lead builders and start working. The materials are moved off the slab and cutting begins. The only power tools used are saws and they are restricted to the lead builders and one or two very experienced volunteers. The walls are framed and sheeted with plywood and raised in place. The windows are installed and the roof rafters go up and are sheeted. The loft is constructed and everything is painted. All of this occurs before lunchtime! After lunch, it’s back to work. The roofing material is installed, the kitchen counter goes in, trim is installed, and more painting. The house is usually finished between 3 and 5 pm. The houses have no electricity or water, but are a solid residence for the occupants. . Among the volunteers was Vicki Puliz, the District Governor of Rotary District 5190. DeEette Johnston and Anneke Bishop reported to the club that they didn’t expect the 90+ degree heat but were able to get the job completed. The project concluded with a simple but moving ceremony where the keys to the new home were presented to the Estrada-Villa family who had donated hundreds of hours of community service before becoming eligible for a home. For further information on the Corazon, Inc, non-profit organization from Orange County, their website is: Corazon.org. |
Ducky Derby Tickets For Sale! |
Rotary Club of Bishop donates to Mexico housing projectThe Rotary Club of Bishop President, Maggie Kingsbury presented a check for $1000.00 to Dan Watson at the Mammoth Lakes Noon Rotary meeting March 27th for their Corazon project in Mexico. Dan Watson has coordinated a hands-on, international service project in Tecate, Mexico for the Mammoth Lakes Noon Rotary for the past two years. Working with Corazon, Inc., a non-profit organization from Orange County, Rotarians and their family and friends, build a family house in just one day. Anneke Bishop, from the Rotary Club of Bishop, her two daughters and 6 other people from Bishop joined this group last year. The project concludes with a simple but moving ceremony where the keys to the new home are presented to the family. This is often accompanied by warm hugs, lumps in the throat and a few tears. One the ceremony concludes, the volunteers travel as a group again and cross the border. Anneke feels that this is a very worthy service project and plans on going again May 3rd. Corazon is a non-profit organization out of Orange County CA that provides a variety of services to the people of Northern Baja. While they are best known for coordinating the building of houses in one day, they also provide many other services such as scholarships, job training and soccer clinics. They work with US service clubs, churches and schools. The materials for each house cost $7,800 which includes a high school scholarship and it takes 30 to 50 volunteers. The service club raises the money and finds the volunteers. Corazon coordinates obtaining the land and materials and determining who gets a home. They also provide 2 – 3 “lead builders” who are experienced volunteers. They lead the construction project.
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Rotarians spread Easter cheerThe Rotary Club of Bishop continues their annual tradition of giving Easter gift packs and cheerful greetings to local residents. Rotarians and friends assembled over 350 Easter gift packs at the home of Terry and Kay Obrien on Saturday April 7th. The gift packs were delivered along with a personal Easter greeting on April 14th, 15th and 16th to the Sterling Heights Assisted Living Facility, Bishop Care Center, those gathered for lunch at the Methodist Church Soup Kitchen and the Bishop Senior Center. Rotary is a global network of community volunteers. Rotary members are business, professional and community leaders who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards and help build goodwill and peace in the world. There are over 32,000 Rotary clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas. The Rotary Club of Bishop meets every Tuesday at noon at Astorga’s Restaurant. Visitors are welcome. Lunch is $10.00. |
Fireside Chat |
April 5, 2014 District 5190 Training Assembly
The Rotary Club of Bishop members Corene Seaver, Sue Lyndes, Ed and Pat Nahin and Assistant Governor, Randy Van Tassell attended the District 5190 Training Assembly at the Atlantis Hotel Reno April 5, 2014.
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District 5190 Speech Contest |
Mike and Lori Gable Proud new parents
Mike and Lori Gable have a new baby girl, Jaqueline Clair Gable, 6.8 lbs - 18.5 inches born January 3, 2014 |
The Rotary Club of Bishop Delivers Toys for the Wish Tree ProgramOn December 11th, Nancy Lowthorp, Maggie Kingsbury, Kay O'Brien Corene Seaver, Ellen Siegal and Pat Nahin delivered toys to Kathey Keesler, IMACA Wish Tree coordinator. |
Waiting for new addition to the cllub's Rotary Family |
School Boxes are deliveredThe Rotary Club of Bishop gives $4000.00 of school supplies to local elementary schools. The Rotary Club of Bishop was given a $2000.000 grant from Rotary District 5190, and then added $2000.00 from club funds for their annual “School Box Program.” Volunteers with the Rotary Club of Bishop, along with friends and Rotary Interact member gathered November 16th at the home of Terry and Kay O’Brien where they assembled 56 boxes of various school supplies for donation to Bishop and Round Valley elementary schools. The boxes were delivered to Elm Pine Street Elementary School and Round Valley Elementary School on November 19th. Accepting the boxes at the Elm-Pine Elementary School were Heather Carr, Principal, Nancy Rex, Secretary and Gretcher Skrotzi, Assistant Principal and Principal Dan Moore of the Round Valley Elementary School. They said the teachers appreciate the much needed added supplies and that the children are always excited to see what is in the boxes. The Rotary Club of Bishop is committed to fulfilling its mission of contributing to the community. |
School Box Assembly Day At Kay O'Brien's House Nov 16, 2013 |
Rotary Club of Bishop Celebrates 85th anniversaryThe Mayor Bishop, Laura Smith, read a proclamation honoring The Rotary Club of Bishop during the November 12, 2013 meeting. She acknowledged Rotary's sponsorship of many activities in the community and throughout the world. |
The Rotary Clubs of Bishop 2013 Sierra Safari |
Adnria Witmer brings in new member, Corene Seaver. Prez Maggie leads inductionThe Rotary Club of Bishop gains new member Corene Seaver was inducted into the Rotary Club of Bishop October 8, 2013. Her sponsor is Captain Andria Witmer, California Highway Patrol. Corene is a Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor for the California Highway Patrol. Corene has a B.A. in Management and Psychology from Charter Oaks State College and is ¾ complete in getting her M.A. in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy from California Southern University. She has lived in Bishop with her family for the past 10 years. Both she and her husband, Richard Seaver, also a CHP Dispatch Supervisor wanted to live in a small town with all four seasons and jumped at the rare opportunity to work in Bishop at a small communications center. Corene has worked with the CHP as a dispatcher/and/or supervisor for 17 years. Her children, Jennah Seaver, age 19 and Joe Seaver, age 18 both graduated from Bishop Union High school and were Rotary scholarship recipients. Corene enjoys the beautiful Sierra surrounding and has become a skilled cell phone photographer. Corene said she was attracted to Rotary because “she is interested in community service without a religious or political association. The quality of the members involved in Rotary guarantees an organized club and provides an opportunity to learn from the most experienced citizens of the community. Rotary is a progressive organization utilizing social media and technology to reach out to an international membership and I hope to become more involved in all aspects of the club’s mission.” Corene said she is ready to start working on the club’s service programs such as holiday projects, helping Wild Iris, Gardening and working in the club’s snack shack. When asked what else is interesting about her, Corene said she is a US Army Veteran and was stationed in Germany for 2 years. She worked as a mechanic and worked on Humvees and other trucks. “I never had a job where I laughed and had more fun in my life. Part of our mission was to support the Infantry as they trained the allied forces in combat maneuvers. We often played the role as hostages or POWs as the Infantry trained in tactical procedures. I traveled all over Europe during that tour of duty. I’m Native American, from the Ojibwe tribe in Northern Wisconsin.” President Maggie Kingsbury said the club welcomes and is honored to have Corene as a fellow Rotarian. |
Snack Shack at The Bishop ParkMembers volunteered their time to work at The Rotary Club of Bishop's Snack Shack during The Tri County Fair Days, August 30th through September 2nd. many thanks to Kay, Terry and Jeff Obrien, and to Jan Rogenski for getting the shack ready for business. It is a lot of hard work but the satisfaction knowing all profits go directly to the club's scholarship fund makes it all worthwhile. Bill Carter dropped by with his grandchildren and gave them a tour of the snack shack and then treated them to hot dogs and drinks! Bill helps get the snack shack to the park, a much appreciated service. |
New Member Krista Cooper ready to volunteerKrista Cooper, sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, was inducted into The Rotary Club of Bishop on August 20, 2013. Bob Tomko, past District Governor of Rotary led the induction and told Krista that she is now part of a global network of community volunteers. He said the 1.2 million Rotary members are business, professional and community leaders, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Belonging to a Rotary club gives men and women an enjoyable and organized way to make a contribution to their community. Krista works for the County of Inyo-Health and Human Services as a Social Worker Supervisor. She has a B.S. in Community & School Education from Cal State University, Long Beach. Krista was born and raised in Bishop, went away to college and came back with her husband, Michael, who found employment as an I.T. Manager @ CalTrans here in Bishop. They are now raising their 2 children in Bishop. Krista said she was attracted to Rotary because she wanted to be part of their service programs in the community as well as creating new opportunities to help those in need. President Maggie feels Krista is going to bring creativity, energy and lots of fun to our club. She will start working on youth programs. When asked what else was interesting about her, she answered that she is a fitness-crossfit coach, loves to snowboard and loves her family. |
Welcome new member Chris MooreGovernor of Rotary District 5190, Vickie Puliz, inducted Christopher (Chris) Moore in to the Rotary Club of Bishop on August 6, 2013. Ed Armenta is his sponsor. Chris said he was honored and had wanted to become a Rotarian for over 3 years while living in Florida. He recently moved here to Bishop due to his transfer with the Forestry Service. Chris is the Civil Rights Officer at the Forest Service. He has his Masters of Arts Degree in Psychology with Conflict Resolution Specialization. Chris and his family have lived in Bishop for 16 months and they are enjoying the great fishing opportunities plus Chris enjoys watching sports on television, traveling and practices his cooking skills. Moore’s wife Florence is a Secretary with Inyo County District Attorney’s Office. Chris said he was attracted to Rotary because of the passion that Rotarians have for serving the community and world wide charities. He feels he will bring an enthusiasm for Service to young people and our elderly citizens in the community. Chris is going to establish a program that will help our veterans. When asked what else is interesting about him, Chris replied “I would like to complete my doctorate degree within 5 years” The Rotary Cub of Bishop members are thrilled and honored to have Chris Moore as a member. He is a leader in his vocation and manifests those qualities of Rotarians who believe in “Service Above Self” |
Fun at Mike's Demotion Party
Mike "pins" Maggie and wishes her good luck for her Presidential year. Leo Pisculli, Kay O'Brien and Pat Nahin joked about Mike's youthful appearance and being the youngest president the club has had in many years. He was thanked for his great year as being president. Kay O'Brien did another great job at decorating club functions. She had a "baby" theme in honor of Mike and Lori's expecting a baby this year.
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Mike's Demotion Party |
Bishop Union High School's Community Scholarships & Senior Awards NightThe Rotary Club of Bishop distributed $12,200.00 in scholarships to 23 graduating high school seniors from Bishop to Lone Pine. Funding for the financial assistance came from both the Rotary Club and Bishop Rotary Foundation. The graduates will be furthering their education at a college or vocational school. Rotary Club President Mike Gable said raising money for scholarships is an honor for Rotarians and we are proud to be able to help these outstanding students in their quest for furthering their education. Representing the Rotary Club of Bishop on June 5th, Mike Gable presented Rotary Academic Scholarships to Bishop Union High School seniors Madison Pauly, Joseph Raftevold, Evan Richman, Kylie Oney, Ricki Willey, and Christina McClean. Gable also presented Vocational Scholarships to Bishop Union High School seniors Sivonna Conner-Becket, Nicholas Cooer, Justin Dagenhart, Justin Dohnel, Michael Dufort, Tara Gardner, Whitney Hersley, Samantha Scott, Joseph Seaver, Madison Taylor, Corey Thomson, Dana Grevenkamp and Zahary Lear. Academic Scholarships were given to Big Pine High School seniors Kaitylynn Barlow, Parker Bear and Lone Pine High School seniors Paul Lucia III and Chelsea Chapeliere. |
Sweet AwardsThe Rotary Club of Bishop serves dessert at the California Scholarship Federation Recognition and Awards As per their tradition, the Rotary Club of Bishop members provided desserts, refreshments, table service and table decorations at the California Scholarship Federation Awards. The event was held Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Home Street School Multi-Purpose Room. Once a year, the Bishop Union High School Chapter of the California Scholarship Federation recognizes those students who have excelled academically. This year, Chapter 118 will honor 30 seniors, 21 of whom are Seal Bearers, and recognize 38 juniors, 28 sophomores, and 27 freshmen. Karen Keehn was the Guest Speaker.
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Rotary Fireside ChatNew members and guests of the Rotary Club of Bishop were joined by Assistant Governor, Randy Van Tassell and existing members of the Club for a Fireside Chat on May 8th to learn about Rotary International and how the Rotary Club of Bishop put Service Above Self into action in their Community. Hosted by Past President, Leo Pisculli and his wife Delia, delicious desserts accompanied the information packed evening of fellowship. |
Rotarians At Work DayExpertly planned by DeEtte Johnston and President Elect Maggie Kingsbury, the Wildflower Garden was transformed on Rotarians At Work Day, Saturday April 27th 2013 at Bishop City Park Community Gardens. DeEtte and Maggie were joined by Rotarians Ellen Siegal, Sue Lyndes and her friend Jacqui Mileham who is visiting from England, (thanks Jac!), soil was turned, the garden mapped, wildflower seeds of sunflowers, cosmos, zinnias and marigold and wildflower mix sown and paths designated in just under two hours. A big thank you to Patricia Ellis who delivered a case of water on what turned out to be a very warm morning.
Submitted by Sue Lyndes |
Josh Ingram is Club's newest memberThe Rotary Club of Bishop beame a bit more financially savvy this month with the induction of Josh Ingram. Josh Ingram, a local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, was inducted into The Rotary Club of Bishop on March 19, 2013. The ceremony was led by Past President, Randy Van Tassell along with Kay O’Brien, standing in for sponsor, Pat Nahin. Josh has been admitted not only to the Rotary Club of Bishop, but to a worldwide association, and by virtue of membership in this club; he will be welcomed into the fellowship of any Rotary club in the world. Club members feel that Josh will be a fine example of “Service Above Self.” Josh was born and raised in Sacramento, California and has lived in Mammoth Lakes for 3 years with his wife, Edina and daughter, Kaylee. Josh said he and his wife, who works for Mammoth Lakes Tourism, love living in the area where they can pursue their many outdoor activities available in the Eastern Sierra. Josh will be opening an office in Bishop which gave him the opportunity to join the noon Bishop Rotary. He was impressed with the interesting programs at club meetings plus the many areas of service the club has to the community and internationally. Josh gives a personal approach to his work and is anxious to do the same with Bishop Rotary Club’s many activities. |
Easter Gift Work DayThe Rotary Club of Bishop member, Kay O’Brien, Past President, again put together an Easter gift work day at her home, Saturday March 16th. Over 350 gift pacs were assembled by 19 Rotarians and friends. Kay O’Brien said this is the Rotary Club’s Easter Blessing for folks who might not receive a personal Easter greeting. The packages will be delivered March 28th and 29th to the Sterling Heights Assisted Living Facility, Bishop Care Center, those gathered for lunch at the Methodist Church Soup Kitchen, the Bishop Senior Center and to clients of the Inyo-Mono Association for the Handicapped. Helping Rotarians: Jody Cutler, Burt Harsted, Maggie Kingsbury, Sue Lyndes, Brad Mettam, Ed and Pat Nahin, Nicole Perry-Morley, Leo Pisculli, and Ellen Siegal. Helping Friends: Linda Irvine, Kristin Kubiak, Josh, Edina and Kaylee Ingram, Delia Pisculli, Ricki Wiley, Madison auly, Kelly Pfeiler and of course hosts, Terry and Kay O'Brien Pictured: Kay O'Brien, Pat Nahin, Josh Ingram and his daughter, Kaylee and Burt Harsted |
Welcome to Anneke Bishop!The Rotary Club of Bishop welcomed Anneke Bishop to the non profit community service organization on February 5th. The induction was conducted by Rotarian Randy Van Tassell along with Anneke’s sponsor, Lori Gable. Anneke Bishop is a Registered Nurse She did her nursing education at a University Hospital in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and later received her Bachelors degree in Nursing education in the city of Leeuwarden, the Netherlands. Anneke has lived in Bishop since 2004. After moving to the United States she started working as a RN once she passed the required exams. Her husband, Bob works as a Transportation Security Officer at Mammoth airport. Bob and Anneke have 3 children, Alysia, 21 years old, Alison 18 years old and Ian, 14 years old. Anneka enjoys traveling, hiking in our beautiful Sierra area, being outdoors in the summer, photography and working on upgrades to their home. Anneka had heard of our Rotary club and was attracted to their many local, national and international projects. She feels her experience of living outside of Bishop and outside of the United States might bring a different look on how the club can start new charitable programs. She is looking forward to working on a one day project in Mexico where she will help other Rotarians build a home for a homeless family. President, Mike Gable, is excited to have Anneke in the club and says because of her career in nursing, she certainly is no stranger to helping those in need and is ready to pitch in and help in the club’s many projects.
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Soup Kitchen Serenade
On December 19th 2012, Rotarians prepared a delicious, made from scratch meal while members of the Big Pine Music Program, sponsored by our club, serenaded all who attended with Christmas Carols
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The Rotary Club of Bishop Supports The Wish Tree ProgramThe Rotary Club of Bishop again joined a long list of local clubs, organizations and nonprofit groups who themselves joined thousands of residents in supporting the Wish Tree Program. On December 13th, Rotarians Nancy Lowthorp, Kay O’Brien, Larry Clark, Ed and Pat Nahin delivered dozens of gifts to IMACA Deputy Community Service Director, Terri Speidel. Lesli Pool and her daughter Zoey greeted the Rotarians while they were helping sort and package the hundreds of gifts that have been donated. Kathie Keesler, IMACA Program Specialist reported that residents took hundreds of Wish Tree bulbs offered by IMACA this year. Each bulb corresponded to a child in need and their requests ranging from plush toys, to art supplies, to video games, to dolls, to clothes to bicycles. The staff at IMACA said they have been overwhelmed by the generosity of the community and know there are going to many happy children receiving gifts this Christmas. |
Rev. Diane Mettam inducted into The Rotary Club of BishopRev. Diane Mettam became an honorary member of The Rotary Club of Bishop several months ago and December 4th was officially inducted into the club as an active member. Diane has been more than generous in giving her time plus talents for raising money for the many charitable programs in Rotary. Rev. Mettam is a Methodist Minister who attended Mills College, and the Claremont School of Theology. Rev. Diane has lived in Bishop for 20 years with her husband, Brad Mettam, Director of Planning, Cal Trans. She has two children, a son, David, Helitack Superintendent/Forest Aviation Officer for the US Forest Service and daughter, Joy, teacher and adjunct professor in Louisiana. President Mike Gable feels Rev. Diane’s past experience in Service Organizations and her enthusiasm for serving in charitable organizations will be a wonderful asset to the club. He said Brad Mettam, past President, of the Rotary club, and Rev. Diane make a perfect team for the many service programs they already work on. When asked what else might be interesting about her, Rev. Diane replied that she was a champion on Jeopardy in 2005, an extra in “Maverick” in 1994, taught ballet before her knees blew out, she is bilingual in English/Spanish, she has two great service dogs, Jake and Charlie and her great-grandfather was an active Rotarian in Illinois for many years! The Rotary Club of Bishop welcomes visitors at their weekly meeting at Whiskey Creek. For more information, contact Mike Gable at 760 258 7222. |
Bishop Rotary Santa Mile Race, December 8, 2012Last year was a start of a new tradition and plans are being made by Rotarian Mike Gable to continue this Bishop Rotary Santa Mile. The Bishop Rotary Santa Mile will be run prior to the Bishop Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 8th. Registration will start at 8:30a at the Bishop Chamber of Commerce. The fun run will start at 9:45a, also at the Chamber, and all proceeds will go to Polio Plus. There will be prizes for the top 3 male and female finishers as well as kids’ prizes.
- Polio is a viral disease, spread from person to person and was one of the most dreaded childhood diseases of the 20th century. It can lead to severe and permanent paralysis and disability. By 1910, epidemics of polio cases became regular events throughout the world which left thousands of adults and children paralyzed. We don’t hear much about Polio anymore in the United States as the last cases in this country occurred in 1979. - Rotary's involvement in polio eradication began in 1979 with a five-year commitment to provide and help deliver polio vaccine to six million children of the Philippines. With the advice and support of the late Dr. Albert Sabin, developer of the oral polio vaccine, Rotary established its PolioPlus program in 1985 to eradicate Polio from the face of the entire Earth. - At the time Polio Plus started, there were 179 countries with active Polio cases and today there are 3 (Afganistan, Pakistan, Nigeria). - Rotary has donated over $1 billion and partners with UNICEF, World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation among others - Although we have decreased the global number of cases of Polio by 99%, the fight is not over. We must continue to vaccinate children in the countries mentioned above as well as countries such as India, which have become Polio free only within the last year and a half. |
The Rotary Club of Bishop School Box ProgramThe Rotary Club of Bishop volunteers plus friends and Rotary Interact members gathered together on November 3rd at the home of Terry and Kay O’Brien where they assembled over 50 boxes of various school supplies for donation to Bishop and Round Valley elementary schools. Each box contained approximately $100 worth of items, paid for through cub members’ generosity. The Rotary Club of Bishop is committed to fulfilling its mission of contributing to the community.
Dan Moore, Kay O’Brien and Sue Lyndes
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First Annual Area 13 Celebratory DinnerFirst Annual Area 13 Celebratory Dinner
The Rotary International Foundation had the First Annual Area 13 Celebratory Dinner at The Westin Hotel in Mammoth Lakes, California on Saturday November 3, 2012. The District 13 has four clubs: Mammoth Sunrise, Mammoth noon, Bishop Sunrise and The Rotary Club of Bishop. Presidents from the four clubs were there along with members of their clubs. The Rotary Club of Bishop was represented by President Mike Gable, Lee Ann Rasmuson, and husband Gene, Dr. Leo Pisculli and wife, Delia, and Ed and Pat Nahin. Rick Pheps from the Mammoth noon club was the Master of Ceremonies. There was a recognition of District Officers Club Officers and Distinguished Rotarians. LeeAnn Rasmuson was given an award for her work for the Rotary International Foundation. District 5190 Governor Woody Wilbanks gave a short talk followed by comments by Past District 5260 Governor Tom Hardy who introduced the evening’s speaker: Past District 5240 Governor Deepa Willingham. Deepa gave a wonderful and very moving presentation of the work of PACE: Promise of Assurance to Children Everywhere. |
Baby Skyler's first Rotary MeetingIt was just over a year ago that Nicole Perry-Morley joined The Rotary Club of Bishop. She and her husband, Jamie, now have a beautiful baby girl, Skyler Lee, who the club feels will be a future Rotarian! Skyler was born in September. Maggie Kingsbury, president-elect, presented Nicole with a bagful of gifts for baby Skyler at a recent Rotary meeting and along with other members, said they are delighted to have a new baby in the Rotary family. Nicole will return to her job at Perry Motors next month were she has been successful in promoting sales and handling leasing and finance. She said she will continue to serve as Secretary to the club plus be active in the many international and community service programs the Rotary Club sponsors. This does indeed exemplify the purpose of Rotary – “Service Above Self.” |
Welcome to New Member, Monica Caherine AllenFormer District Governor Bob Tomko conducted the induction of new member Monica Allen Tuesday, October 16, 2012, along with Sponsor Randy Van Tassell, and Club President, Mike Gable. Monica has lived in Bishop for the past 10 years with her husband, James and 7 children. Monica is the Executive Director for Mule Days and uses her skills of organizing and management to working full time, taking care of her children and household plus being on the Bishop Little League Board. She was born in Fullerton, CA, raised in Yucaipa, CA and attended the University of Redlands. Being a former Rotarian, Monica believes in the motto “Service Above Self” and wants to continue her service to the community contributing her time and energy to Rotarian Youth programs. President Mike said the club is privileged to have Monica as a member and is pleased to have her start on the Club’s many programs helping our community.
Belonging to The Rotary Club of Bishop offers a number of benefits including effecting change within the community and gaining an understanding of – and having an impact on – international humanitarian issues. The Rotary Club of Bishop meets every Tuesday at noon with the exception of the second Tuesday of every month, meeting at 5:30 pm at The Whiskey Creek Restaurant. Visitors are welcome and the cost is $15.00 for lunch or dinner. |
Rotarians on Safari
Rotarians Sue, Ken Lyndes and Maggie Kingsbury at the Sierra Safari Saturday Night Fellowship Dinner
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New President - New District, 5190 - New Members
Mike Gable started his term as president of the Rotary Club of Bishop gaining 6 new members in just three months! The club is honored to have Ed Armenta, Robert Atlee, Lori Gable, DeEtte Johnston, Diane Mettam and Jeff O’Brien as active members.
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Demotion Party for Leo Pisculli June 23rdPast Presidents of the Rotary Club of Bishop, Kay O’Brien and Brad Mettam gave a hilarious demotion party for out-going President, Dr. Leo Pisculli. The theme of the party was “you must be crazy to be President twice.” Twenty-eight Rotarians, family and friends joined together at Kay & Terry O’Brien’s home to celebrate the ending of President Leo’s term. Kay and Brad went over and beyond decorating with a Psychiatrist theme with jokes posted everywhere. Dr. Pisculli thanked his board of directors for their help and then turned over the gavel to Mike Gable, incoming President for July 2012 – June 2013. Dr. Pisculli said we accomplished the many service projects he proposed when he took the office and is proud to say that The Rotary Club of Bishop takes Service Above Self seriously. |
2012 District 5260 "Farewell Conference"
The Rotary Club of Bishop Rotarians Mike Gable, Lewis and Betty McConnell, Brad and Diane Mettam, Ed and Pat Nahin and Leo and Delia Pisculli attended the Rotary International District 5260 "final" conference June 8th and 9th held at the Beverly Garland Hotel, North Hollywood.The Friday evening "Celebrating Our Past" dinner was a nostalgic tribute to the history of our District. The first plenary session held on Saturday morning celebrated community and vocational service. Highlight of that meeting was a game of Jeopardy led by Mel Powell. The second plenary session celebrated international service, our Rotary Foundation, and the Group Study Exchange Team. The Governor's Dinner held Saturday Evening embraced Rotary's Future. All clubs are looking forward to a great future with their new districts 5190, 5300 and 5280. Pictured is District 5190 Governor Elect Sam "Woody" Albany and Rotary Club President Elect Mike Gable.
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Rotary Club of Bishop Gives out ScholarshipsRepresenting The Rotary Club of Bishop, on June 6th, Dr. Leo Pisculli presented Rotary Academic Scholarships and Rotary CPA’s Scholarship to graduation seniors as they move forward to their next educational endeavors. Kelsey Nikolaus, Josie Sample, Piper Wright, Karina Morales, Natalie Gonzalez, Miranda Fuller, Amy Friedrichsen, Alexander Duke and Matthew Doonan. Edward Nahin presented Rotary Vocational Scholarships to Qui-Nui Da Barlow, Lexey Dennison, Patrick Elliott, Elizabeth Lopez Esparza, Michelle Garcia, Brian Grevenkamp, Aaron Martinez, Billy Stinnett and Chelsea Stockton. With funds from The Rotary Club of Bishop and the Bishop Rotary Foundation $19,000 was awarded to these outstanding students. As one of the many programs Rotary provides for community service, raising money for scholarships is an honor for Rotarians and they are proud to be able to help these outstanding students in their quest for furthering their education. |
Bishop Rotarians welcomed professional from Vera Cruz, MexicoThe GSE Team members from Vera Cruz attended The Rotary Club of Bishop noon meeting Tuesday, May 22nd. The team members gave a quick presentation of their beautiful country and graciously thanked everyone involved in making their stay in Bishop a wonderful opportunity to experience the Eastern Sierra way of life. Omar Falcon Aburto, Attorney, is the team leader from Rotary District 4190 in Vera Cruz. His team includes Will Escamilla Tiburcio, engineer, soils, water and air pollution; Crysthal Garcia Celis, MA in Biology; Jessica Ponce Salazar, Dentist; and Astrid Acosta Gomez, Dean and Professor in Communications.
Pictured from left to right: Will Escamilla, Crysthal Garcia Celis, Omar Falcon, Dr. Leo Pisculli, President, The Rotary Club of Bishop, Jessica Ponce Salazar and Astrid Acosta Gomez.
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Rotary Rewards Scholars with Annual DessertThe Rotary Club of Bishop again provided and served desserts May 22nd, 2012 at The California Scholarship Federation Recognition and Awards Program for Bishop Union High School. Once a year, the Bishop Union High School Chapter of the California Scholarship Federation recognizes those students who have excelled academically. This year, Chapter 118 honored 38 seniors, 20 of whom are Seal Bearers and recognized 26 juniors, 29 sophomores and 27 freshmen. CSF President Natalie Gonzalez welcomed everyone attending and introduced speakers and people giving out the awards. The Guest Speaker was Jeff Griffiths, a Rotarian, who also helped serve the dessert with the Rotary Club. Rotarians who helped serve dessert were: Mike Gable, Dave and Ellen Laverty, Brad Mettam, Ed and Pat Nahin, Karen O’Brien, Leo Pisculli, Jeff Griffiths and helping the club, Jeff O’Brien. One of the objects of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service to the community. The Club meets every Tuesday at noon, with the second Tuesday in the month meeting at 5:30 pm at Whiskey Creek Restaurant. Guests are welcome, lunch and evening refreshments are $15.00.
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A Vision Exercise
The Rotary Club of Bishop held a Vision Exercise on April 24, 2012. Long Range Planning was made for the Club for the year 2017. The presentation was given by the Rotary Facilitation Team, District 5190. Team members were Gail Ellingwood, Loyalton, David Bianchi, Reno, Karen Grosz, Susanville and Vicki Puliz, Reno. Bishop Rotarian attending were: Mike Gable, Maggie Kingsbury, Sue Lyndes, Brad Mettam, Lee Mizrahi, Ed and Pat Nahin, Kay O'Brien, Leo Pisculli and James Wilson. Some examples of the "Action Plan" were having 75 members in the club, $50,000.00 available for scholarships, 100% Phil Harris members, and many other "visionary" ideas for all avenues of service.
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Rotary Club of Bishop continues Easter Tradition of Giving GiftsThe Rotary Club of Bishop continues its yearly tradition of giving Easter gifts to local folks.
On March 31st 22 Rotarians and friends gathered at the home of Terry and Kay O’Brien’s home to assemble 350 Easter gift packages and baskets. During a three day period, April 2nd through April 4th, Rotarians delivered the gift packages and baskets to residents of the Sterling Heights Assisted Living home, the Methodist Church Soup Kitchen, and residents at the Bishop Care Center, those gathered at the Bishop Senior Center in the city park and to IMAH clients. The smiles and thanks for the Easter Good Wishes bring great joy to all members who contribute their time and money to bring a little happiness to folks who might not receive a personal Easter Greeting.
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Interact Club Gives Time for Money
Three members of the Bishop Union High School Interact Club turned to their sponsor, The Rotary Club of Bishop, to help raise funds for their current San Diego Service Trip handing out care packages to those in need. Tuesday March 13th, Ricki Willey, Maddie Pauly and Madi Taylor volunteered 4 hours of their time to work for Rotarians. $620.00 was raised. The Interact Club is a community service club for youth ages 14 – 18. Clubs benefit from sponsorship by individual Rotary Clubs, which provide support and guidance sponsored by Rotary International. Ricki Wiley, President, said completed projects this year have been an item drive, food drive for the Salvation Army, Bell-ringing for the Salvation Army, visited and wrote cards for people at Sterling Heights Assisted Living Center, coat and blanket drive for the Salvation Army, Collected and are still collecting can tabs for the Ronald McDonald House Charities and Children’s Day for the Arts. Current and future projects are the San Diego Service Trip, handing out care packages in Bishop, Mule Days bleacher sweeps, Mule Days Rotary Snack Shack and Earth Day – Rotary/Interact booth. Current officers are President, Ricki Wiley, Vice President, Natalie Gonzales, Treasurer, Allison Hooker, Secretaries, Piper Wright and Maddie Pauly, and Sophomore Representative, Melodie Aust. Ellen Lavery of the Rotary Club of Bishop is their club advisor. There are 49 members in the club and they meet every other Thursday throughout the school year.
The Rotary Club of Bishop is extremely proud to sponsor these outstanding and enthusiastic students willing to give their time for service to their community and the world. |
Patricia Ellis walks in Rose ParadePatricia Ellis was an Out walker with the 2012 Rotary Rose Parade Float. She is currently serving as Secretary for The Rotary Club of Bishop. She was chosen after the club won a fundraiser raffle. Ellis was involved in several activities leading up to the parade, including having dinner with Rotarian International President Kalyan Banerjee and assisting in the decoration of the float. Ellis will represent Bishop to the more than 30 million TV viewers worldwide. Ellis was easy to spot in the parade walking next to Rotary’s float dressed in a yellow jacket which is worn by Rotarians and other volunteers during polio immunization missions. The 2012 theme for Rotary’s Rose Parade Float is “inching Towards the End of Polio.” |
Help-Portrait Day in BishopIt’s all about GIVING pictures, not taking them! The Rotary Club of Bishop members Edward and Patricia Nahin heard about Celebrity Photographer Jeremy Cowart starting “Help-Portrait” which is a community of photographers coming together across the world to use their photography skills to give back to their local community. With the help of Rotarian Kay O’Brien and a $200 donation from the club for frames, the Nahins signed up for this “giving” project and contacted Beth Himelhoch, Director of IMAH and asked her if they could include her clients in the Help-Portrait event. On Friday, December 9, 2011, pictures were taken of 13 clients and several staff members. Edward Nahin, an award winning photographer, produced beautiful portraits and storytelling photos. When the portraits were delivered, there were tears, hugs and happiness beyond words. The true meaning of giving was a reality. Inyo-Mono Association for the Handicapped (IMAH) is the only adult day program for adults with developmental disabilities in Inyo and Mono Counties.
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Rotarians bring gifts to IMACARotarian Nancy Lowthorp gave out 35 Wish Tree Ornaments to club members to purchase gifts for local youngsters. Nancy said this is one of her favorite jobs to do for the club as members happily take the ornaments and are excited about getting toys and clothes for children in families facing hardships. Rotary members Terry and Kay O’Brien and Ed Nahin along with Nancy Lowthorp delivered gifts to IMACA Program Specialist, Jane McDonald. On Monday, December 12th. Jane reported that they had again given out over 600 Wish Tree ornaments this year. It is the mission of Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action, Inc. to empower low-income people, to advocate for their needs, and to find and maintain a healthy lifestyle by breaking the cycle of poverty. Donations of holiday food and gifts brings happiness to many families in need. Rotarians along with many local clubs, organizations, nonprofit groups and Bishop residents have been dedicated to bringing help and joy to impoverished families during the holidays. Pictured: Terry O’Brien, Jane McDonald, Nancy Lowthorp and Kay O’Brien |
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Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with new member Andria Witmer
Rotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011.
Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club.
Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need.
Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer.
When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County.
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The Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with new member Andria WitmerRotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club. Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need. Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer. When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County. President Leo Pisculli is happy to have Andria join Rotary and is eager to have her join members in the club’s many programs. |
Rotary Club moves forward with a new memberRotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club. Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need. Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer. When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County. President Leo Pisculli is happy to have Andria join Rotary and is eager to have her join members in the club’s many programs. |
Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with a new member
Rotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club.
Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need.
Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer.
When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County.
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Fireside Chat for New MembersThe annual Fireside Chat for new members was held at the home of Leo and Delia Pisculli on November 14, 2011. Attending were Dave and Ellen Laverty Brad Mettam, Ed and Pat Nahin, Kay O'Brien, Nicole Perry-Morley, Leo and Delia Pisculli, Randy Van Tassell, Andria Witmer and District Governor Tom Hardy. |
Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with a new member
Rotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club.
Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need.
Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer.
When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County.
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Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with a new memberRotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club. Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need. Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer. When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County. |
The Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with a new memberThe Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with a new member Rotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club. Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need. Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer. When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County. President Leo Pisculli is happy to have Andria join Rotary and is eager to have her join members in the club’s many programs. |
MORE SUCCESFULL SNACK SHACK NEWSThe Rotary Club of Bishop Rotarians put in many hours of hard work running the snack shack 4 days during The Tri County Fair held during the Labor Day holiday. $1145.00 was netted for the 4 days. $423.00 was netted for one day at Laws on September 10th. Burt Harsted did a great job managing the snack shack and he thanks all the people who volunteered their time. Terry O'Brin showed up every day to help set up the snack shack. |
Rotary Club of Bishop gives out ScholarshipsRepresenting The Rotary Club of Bishop, on June 8th Dr. Leo Pisculli presented scholarships from the service organization to graduating seniors as they move forward to their next educational endeavors. With funds from The Rotary Club of Bishop and the Bishop Rotary Foundation $17,000 was awarded to outstanding students. Scholarships were presented for the following: Rotary Academic Scholarships Awards for $1000.00 each went to Laura Stickells, Bradley Hooker, Benjamin Ono, Trevor Taylor, Aaron Daniel Puls, and Shayna Citrenbaum. $1000.00 for each year of 4 years went to Ariel Willey. $500.00 was given to Kristen Erica Howell and Jonathan Barbieri. Vocational Achievement Awards of $1000.00 each went to Carly Huntsinger, Niki Inafuku, Amanda Stryffeler, Melissa Robledo and Daniel Johnson. $1500.00 was awarded Jesus Beltran-Robledo. Scholarships awarded to graduating students from Lone Pine High School were $250.00 each to Nicole R. Tweedy and Kara L. Valdon. These awards were given out by The Lone Pine High School staff at the Lone Pine High School awards event. As one of the many programs Rotary provides for community service, raising money for scholarships is an honor for Rotarians and they are proud to be able to help these outstanding students in their quest for furthering their education. |
Choo Choo Swap Meet a Success for Rotary
The Rotary Club of Bishop, noon club, brought their Snack Shack to the Choo Choo Swap meet Saturday May 7th to not only provide food and drinks for sale for the massive crowd attending the event but to raise money for their yearly school scholarships given out to high school seniors. Members of the club also set up tables and displayed a variety of items donated by Rotarians. Bargain hunters, and treasure hunters bought everything from bicycles to jewelry. Rotarians working said they were very moved by the generosity of people who would add a dollar or two when they heard 100% of all money goes directly to the scholarship fund. Rotarian Kay O’Brien said she was extremely pleased with how much merchandise was sold and hopes the club can repeat the event next year. Over $10000.00 was raised during this 5 hour event. |
The Rotary Club of Bishop continues yearly tradition of spreading Easter Cheer
On April 16th, 18 members and friends of Rotary gathered at the home of Terry and Kay O’Brien’s home to assemble over 300 Easter gift packages and baskets. During a three day period, April 18th to April 21st, Rotarians delivered the gift packages and baskets to residents of the Sterling Heights Assisted Living home, the Methodist Church Soup Kitchen, residents at the Bishop Care Center and those gathered at the Bishop Senior Center in the city park. John Camphouse, Administrator at the First United Methodist Church Soup Kitchen, thanked The Rotary Club of Bishop for the Easter gifts and for their help in serving lunch on Wednesday April 20th. The smiles and thanks for the Easter Good Wishes bring great joy to all members who contribute their time and money to bring a little happiness to those who might not receive a personal Easter Greeting with a small gift. Pictured Kay O’Brien, John Camphouse, Patricia Ellis, Ellen Siegal and Jodi Cutler. |
More Paul Harris Fellows:
In a presentation before the Club on March 22, 2011, Foundation Coordinator LeeAnn Rasmuson presented Paul Harris Fellowships to Mike Gable, Patricia Ellis, Father John Gracey, Robert Atlee and Terry O'Brien. The Paul Harris Fellowship is named or Paul Harris, who founded Rotary over 100 years ago. The Fellowship was established in his honor in 1957 to express appreciation and recognition for contributions to the Rotary Foundation.
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Arboretum Dedication at Bishop Park
There ws an Arboretum Dedication at Bishop Park Sunday, March 13, 211. One of the Arboretum Supporters, Bishop Noon Rotary Club brought their snack shack to the Bishop Park and served a free lunch to the happy attendees at the Arboretm Dedication. Ellen Siegal was in charge of operating the snack shack plus cooked and served the hot dogs and drinks to not only supporters of the Arboretum but to other park visitors. Bill Carter was kind enough to offer his truck to tow the shack to the park. Pictured: Bill Carter, Burt Harsted, Susan Cullen from the Sunrse Rotary Club, Pat Nahin, Kay O'Brien, Ellen Siegal and Leo Pisculli. |
Interact Club Keeps BusyBishop Interact Club Keeps Busy Dr. Lee Mizrahi, the Bishop Interact Club Advisor makes sure representatives of the Bishop Interact Club come to The Rotary Club of Bishop’s Tuesday noon meetings. Tuesday February 1st, Interact Club President, Ariel Willey, presented a listing of club activities the club has achieved their school year starting in October. They wrote, colored and delivered various holiday cards to residents at Sterling Heights, they had a blanket and coat drive for the Salvation Army and IMACA, and the club members collected aluminum can tabs to donate to the Ronald McDonald House Charities. This March members are going to San Diego to hand out care packages to homeless people which will include homemade food. The Rotary Club of Bishop sponsors the Bishop Interact Club, a community-based service club that meets at Bishop Union High School. Interact’s name is a combination of the words “international and action.” Dr. Mizrahi said he is impressed with the enthusiasm the students have for participating in community service. Helping other less fortunate is a quality they will carry forward into their adult lives. Pictured are Allioer, Freshman Rep. and Aril Willey, President |
Rotary District 5260 Names New Governor-ElectNews Release from Robin Kellogg, Granada Hill, CA (January 12, 2011) Rotary International District 5260 has announced that Tom Hardy, Past President of the Rotary Club ofBishop Sunrise, who was named District 5260 2012-2013 Governor Nominee in 2010, is now stepping forward into the 2011-2012 District Governor Elect position. Hardy will replace Janette Crawford who felt required to resign for personal reasons. "I know Janette sincerely wanted to serve our District, and I am sorry that she won't have that opportunity," Hardy confided. "Bu,I'm very excited for the year ahead, ad I am looking forward to leading all of the clubs of District 5260 into Rotary's bright future. I am also humbled by the faith that my fellow Rotarians have in my abilities, and by all of the support that I have already received." Hardy became a Rotarian on Groundhog Day, 2005, when he was inducted into the Rotary Club of Bishop Sunrise. He was sworn in as club president in 2007-2008, during which time he led the club to an RI Presidential Citation, and District awards in all the Avenues of Service. He was also selected as District 5260 Co-President of the Year. He served as an Assistant Governor in 2009-2010, and is currently serving as an Executive Assistant Governor.
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Christmas Party/Holiday celebration
The Rotary Club of Bishop had their annual Christmas Party December 19, 2010. Kay O'Brien put together another successful holiday event at the Whiskey Creek Restaurant. It was an evening for fellowship and fun. Kay got everyone to join in singing and then participating members who brought gifts for the gift exchange got to pick our their very own surprise gift.
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Nik-n-Willie's donates pizzas
Burt Harsted, Rotarian, made arrangements with Tony Latino, owner of Nik-n-Willie's to pic up pizzas to bring to te First United Methodist Church's soup kitchen for the December 15th lunch. The Rotary Club of Bishop helps cook and serve lunch at the soup kitchen once a month. Tony Latino, owner of Nik-n-Willie's and long time Bishop resident, said he was leased he could help the community by donating this special lunch to people in need. More than 70 people who had lunch at the church were thrilled with the Pizza. Serving lunch wee Rotarians Kay and Terry O'Brien, James Wilson, Bur Harsted, Leo Pisculli and Ed and Pat Nahin.
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Wish Tree gifts Delivered to IMACA
The Rotary Club of Bishop members Kay and Terry O'Brien, Pat and Ed Nahin delivered Wish Tree gifts to IMACA Program Specialist Kathie Keesler, Tuesday December 7th. Rotarian Nancy Lowthorp gave out 40 Wish Tree "Ornaments" to club members to purchase gifts for local youngsters through the Wish Tree program. Kathie reported that they had given out over 600 Wish Tree ornaments this year. One of IMACA's Missions is to break the cycle of poverty by advocating for low-income residents of Inyo and Mono Counties by making their needs known to policy makers plus providing holiday food and gifts.
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Club Continues to GiveTwelve volunteers from The Rotary Club of Bishop plus friends of the club, gathered at Rotarians Kay and Terry O'Briens' house Sunday October 10th to assemble 50 boxes ecah containing $100.00 worth of school supplies for the Elm-Pine Street and Round Valley Elementary Schools. The boxes were delivered to Betsy McDonald, Principal of the Elm-Pine Street Elementary School by Rotarians Kay and Terry O'Brien and Bard Mettam. Principal McDonald accepted the boxes with much happiness and again expressed her appreciation. Kay and Terry O'Brien delivered the boxes to the Round Valley Elementary school. Dan Moore Principal and Superintendent of the Round Valley Joint Elementary School District, Secretary, Kathy Molina and Teacher Breanne Leeson and the children at the school greeted Kay an Terry with cheers of happiness in getting the much needed school supplies.
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NEW MEMBER FIRESIDE CHATA new member fireside chat program was held October 14th at the home of Ed and Pat Nahin. Speakers sharing their expertise and thoughs on being a Rotarian were: Brian Lamb, Brad Mettam, Ed Nahin, Kay O'Brien, Randy Van Tassell and District 5260 representative, Tom Hardy. New members who attended were Patricia Ellis, Jack England andCharlie Waldriff. The club welcomes their enthusiasm and energy for current and future projects. Rotary Club members attending were Brian Lab, Brad Mettam, Ed and Pat Nahin, Kay O'Brien, Randy VanTassell and Honorary Club Members Bob and Bea Tomko. |
Welcome to new member Dave Laverty
Lewis McConnell, Past Rotary District Governor and club member, conducted the induction of new member Dave Laverty Tuesday, September 7th. Edward Nahin was honored to sponsor Dave's membership into the Rotary Club of Bishop. Dave, land surveyor, retired from his position as partner at Triad Holmes Associates in Mammoth Lakes this year. After 22 years of membership in the Rotary Club of Mammoth Lakes, Dave will be joining his wife, Ellen, in membership in the Rotary Club of Bishop. Dave said he plans to continue his service to the community and will bring his experience with Rotary International Foundation projects to the Bishop Club. Dave and Ellen reside in Bishop and are well known for their vineyard and awards for the wine they produce.
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Rotary funding helps restore 70-plus-year-old beacon
Ted Schade, President, of the Rotary Foundation said that approximately $1200.00 was given to the Bishop airport for the beacon restoration. August 5th, members of the Bishop Rotary Foundation along with staff members at the Eastern Sierra Regional Airport stood by and watched the newly refurbished beacon hoisted to its perch. Staff at the airport took the 860 plus pound beacon off of its tower June 17th to polish the glass and repair aging parts, throwing on a fresh coat of paint in the process. The light went back onto its 65 foot tall perch Thursday, and, hopefully, will be there for another 70 years. The Bishop Rotary Foundation members attending were: Dave Patterson, Ted Schade, Kathleen Sheehan, Phil McDowell, Ed Nahin and Pat Nahin from the Rotary Club of Bishop.
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Kay O'Brien's "demotion" more like a holiday
The Rotary Club of Bishop celebrated a changing of the guard in unique style June 25th. Dana Crom arranged for outgoing President Kay O'Brien's "Demotion" party - a tradition for the club - to be a "Holiday Bash for all Holidays" in honor of Kay's passion for spectacular decorations for any holiday. The almost 50 guests showed up to the party at Bishop Country Club dressed up in their Easter finest, santa outfits, Halloween costumes, St. Patrick's Day garb, Fourth of July hats, Mule Days outfits and Fiesta shirts and hats. Party organizers also saw to it that the bash was a surprise for Kay who didn't realize what was happening until a Dial-A-Ride bus picked her and a few other Rotarians up and took them to Bishop Country Club.
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Janice Rogenski joins the Rotary Club of BishopRandy Van Tassell led the induction of new member Janice Rogenski at the May 28th Rotary Meeting. Mr. Van Tassell reminded Janice that the principal motto of the club is “Service Above Self” and the object of all Rotary clubs is to encourage and foster this ideal as a basis of worthy enterprise. There are 33,000 Rotary Clubs in 200 countries and geographical areas. A Rotarian can travel throughout most of the world and find a Rotary club within easy distance. Rotarians will welcome other Rotarians warmly, even though the language may be different, the food unusual and the location far from home. Janice feels that the Rotary Club will answer her quest to volunteer in the community plus use her past professional skills in civil engineering and planning landscaping projects. Dr. Leo Pisculli sponsored Janice and will help her get started on current outdoor projects such as the community garden plus the club’s other community programs. Janice is retired from Civil Engineering work and operating a Landscaping Business. She has lived in Bishop for the past 26 years. Janice and her husband, Bob Rogenski, have been very happy being away from a city environment and living here in our gorgeous Eastern Sierra area. Janice pursues her hobbies of skiing, photography and horseback riding. When asked anything else interesting about you, Janice said she plays the banjo and is learning Spanish at an advanced age! |
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Bishop Rotary Santa MileBishop Rotary Clubs join together for the “Bishop Rotary Santa Mile” The race, using the parade route, started December 3rd at 9:30 am, just before the Christmas Parade. It was the 1st annual run/walk to benefit Bishop Rotary clubs’ college scholarships, fairgrounds roses, Bishop Arboretum, Bishop Skate Park, Christmas presents for foster kids, Highway 395 flag project, school supplies for Bishop Elementary & Middle Schools, International Disaster relief supplies, School in Chitwan, Nepal and a new roof for Inyo SAR building. Twenty three people braved the extreme cold and participated in the race. It was a 1 mile race with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd male and female, fastest costume and kids prizes. First prize winners for males and females were Dan Yarburough, with a time of 5.25 minutes and Margo Lella came across the line at 7.17 minutes. The Rotary Clubs are planning on getting more participants for next year’s Race! |
Rotary Club of Bishop moves forward with a new memberRotary District Governor Tom Hardy inducted new member Andria Witmer into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Witmer was sponsored by Dr. Leo Pisculli, President of the Club. Andria Witmer, a 26 year veteran of the CHP was promoted to Captain and took her position at the Bishop Field Office December, 2010. As commander, Witmer is responsible for overseeing every aspect of CHP operations, including more than 25 officers, seven dispatchers and four sergeants, writing the budget and keeping fleet vehicles in working order. Even though Witmer has a time consuming and challenging position she has a goal to become involved in volunteer work and Rotary is one avenue she was looking at for volunteering. She is ready to jump in and help with some of the existing programs. She said she would enjoy doing things for the local community, such as removing trash from 395 and assembling care packages for those in need. Witmer has a BA in Political Science from San Diego State University and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge. She is happy to be living in Bishop where she can pursue her hobbies of Gymkhana/riding/training her horses, riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, agility class with her dog, off highway vehicles and gardening. Her husband, Kenton Buzbee is a civil Engineer and Geotechnical Engineer. When asked about other interesting things in her life, Witmer said she put herself through college being a Certified Nursing Assistant through ROP in high school during her senior year. She also put herself through flight school while in high school and became a licensed pilot a few months after turning 17. She became a certified scuba diver at 18! She currently is the Treasurer for the Antelope Valley Desert Riders, the oldest non-profit equestrian club in LA County. President Leo Pisculli is happy to have Andria join Rotary and is eager to have her join members in the club’s many programs. The Rotary Club of Bishop meets every Tuesday at noon at Whiskey Creek. Visitors are welcome. Lunch is $15.00. |
2011 Sierra Safari Is A SuccessThe 2011 Sierra Safari “Into The Wild Blue Yonder” started off with a Friday Evening Governor’s Reception at the Bishop Airport. The Saturday Excursions included hiking, 4 x 4 excursions, petroglyph tour, trap shoot, visit to Owens Valley Radio Observatory and the popular “Fall Colors Photo Tour. The Saturday Fellowship Dinner was held at the home of Terry and Kay O’Brien. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful yard, food, drinks and visiting with visitors and fellow Rotarians. The Sunday Trout Breakfast was held at the Elk’s Park, renewing friendships and hearing about what’s happening “on the east side.” Bishop Rotary Club Safari Chairman, Mike Gable, reported that the club netted over $5000.00 for the club’s scholarship fund. Success of the fund raising was helped by the generous bidding by Pat Brown-Berry. |
Enthusiastic New Member Welcomed to the Rotary Club of BishopPast District Governor Lewis McConnell inducted new member Sue Lyndes into the Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday, September 20th. Sue Lyndes was sponsored by Charlie Waldriff, Branch Manager of Eastern Sierra Community Bank. Patricia Ellis stood in for Ms Waldriff to give Sue her new member packet and Rotary pin. Ms. Lyndes owns and operates “Eastern Sierra Crafts” which is a website offering art and craft merchandise made by local artists and crafters. Ms. Lyndes will donate a percentage of all profits to local nonprofit organizations. Sue can be reached at “Sue@EasternSierraCrafts.com. Sue Lyndes was born, raised and educated in England. She met her husband, Ken Lyndes when he was in the Navy and stationed in England. They moved to Bishop in 2007. Ken is a Respiratory Therapist at Northern Inyo Hospital. They both enjoy the small town atmosphere, beautiful sierra mountain surroundings and the community spirit of the citizens here in Bishop. Sue is involved in hiking, crafts, and reading and is now ready to contribute her time to community projects. Sue attended the weekly Rotary Club lunches at Whiskey Creek and quickly discovered the club members just don’t meet for lunch but are very active in all aspects of Rotary which includes international and community service programs, plus have weekly programs with professionals speaking on their current projects. Sue was impressed with The Rotary 4 way test: 1. is it the Truth? 2. Is it Fair to all concerned?: 3., Will it build goodwill and better friendships? And, 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? When asked what she can bring to Rotary, Sue answered “my enthusiasm for community projects plus my new ideas on fund raising.” The Rotary Club of Bishop meets every Tuesday at noon at Whiskey Creek. Visitors are welcome. Lunch is $15.00. For more information about the club, visit our website at www.bishoprotary.org. |
The Rotary Club of Bishop Welcomes Patrick Fenton
Rotarian District 5260 Governor, Tom Hardy, inducted new member Patrick Fenton into The Rotary Club of Bishop on Tuesday July 26th. Fenton was sponsored by Terry and Kay O'Brien. Fenton said it was an honor to join the club and he is looking foward to working with the club on theit current international project in South Africa. He brings his experience of 25 years in the Air Force, fourteen of which were spent in Germany, to the club and said the Air Force shares many of the outstanding values that are part of the Rotary Foundation.
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Rotary Club of Bishop Becomes a 100% Paul Harris Fellow Club
Tuesday, July 26, 2011, Rotary District 5260 Governor, Tom Hardy, presented Paul Harris Fellow pins, medallions and certificates to Rotarians, John England, Dr. William Carter, Dana Crom and Dr. Vasuki Sittampaiam. Club President Dr Leo Pisclulli sad he is extremely proud that 100% of his club members have been awarded Paul Harris Fellow status.
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Paul Harris Fellows Recognized
LeeAnn Rasmuson presented Paul Harris Fellow pins, medallions and certificates at the June 7th Bishop Rotary meeting to Robert Prendergast, Maggie Kingsbury and Ted Schade for their contributions to the Rotary Foundation. The Rotary Foundation is one of the largest and most important programs of Rotary. Without the Foundation Rotary could not continue its many humanitarian programs and its efforts to promote world understanding and peace. Our Rotary club will also be able to fulfill Rotary programs in our own community. The fellowship was named after Paul Harris who founded Rotary in 1905. |
Dessers for Bishop Union High School ScholarsThe Rotary Club of Bishop, as part of one of their yearly community services, provided and served desserts May 24th at the California Scholarship Federation Recognition and Awards Program for Bishop Union High School. Once a year, the Bishop Union High School Chapter of the California Scholarship Federation recognizes those students who have excelled academically. This year, Chapter 118 will honor 39 seniors, 22 of whom are Seal Bearers, and will recognize 21 juniors, 21 sophomores and 33 freshmen.CSF President Brad Hooker welcomed everyone attending and introduced speakers and those giving out the awards. The guest speaker was Bill Egan. Mr. Egan came to Bishop in 2001 and has been working as a Social Studies, Physical Education teacher and football coach.
Helping were Kellie Hallenbeck, Rotarian Terry O'Brien, LeeAnn Rasmuson, Kay O'Brien and MikeCable. Photos by Pat Nahin |
Bishop Rotarians Welcome Group Study Exchange Team from PeruLocal Bishop Rotarians GSE team leaders Jeff Griffith and James Wilson welcomed GSE Team members to The Rotary Club of Bishop noon meeting Tuesday, May 24th. The Rotary Foundation’s Group Study Exchange (GSE) program is a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for business people and professionals between the ages of 25 and 40 who are in the early stages of their careers. The program provides travel grants for teams to exchange visits in paired areas of different countries. For four to six weeks, team members experience the host country’s culture and institutions, observe how their vocations are practiced abroad, develop personal and professional relationships and exchange ideas. Heber Ivan Saaverde Espejo was the team leader from Rotary District 4460 in Peru. His team included Carmen Moreno Pena, attorney, Leonardo Rosas Vallebuona, TV producer, Christian Garcia Merino, Administration Manager and Victor Jara Quiroz, surgeon. The team members gave a quick presentation of their beautiful country, Peru, and graciously thanked everyone involved in making their stay in Bishop a wonderful opportunity to experience the Eastern Sierra way of life. The combined Bishop Rotary clubs picked up the GSE team at Coso Junction Saturday, May 21st, Sunday, the team spent a day with their host families and Monday they were taken on a tour of Bristle Cone Pines followed by a dinner held at the home of Dave and Vivian Patterson. On Tuesday the team had their vocational meetings, attended the Bishop Rotary meeting at Whiskey Creek and then were taken to Mammoth Lakes where they would meet their host families. |
2010 Sierra Safari A Great SuccessPresident Brad Mettam and his wife, Diane, enjoyed the Sierra Safari events and welcomed all visiting Rotarians and guests at the Saturday night fellowship dinner. District Governor, Drew Frohlch and his wife, Sondra, enjoyed their stay in Bishop and plan on attending next years Sierra Safari! Governor Drew asked attending Rotarians to set their goals to bring in new members this year. Bishop Rotary Club Safari Chair, Bob Prendergast reported reported that all events for the Sierra Safari were enjoyed by everyone attending. Our club welcomed members from clubs from District 5260 along with clubs from other districts. Our beautiful Sierra Mountains attract many visitors from many other areas. Bob thanked all those club members who put in hours of work to make this years safari a success. He plans on giving the new Safari Chair, Mike Gable, lots of help next year. They will soon have the dates and are working on the events they will arrange. |
SNACK SHACK BRINGS IN BIG FUNDS FOR OUR CHARITIESThe two recent events for the Snack Shack brought in $1,277 with only one bill outstanding. The shack was at Bishop Park during the Tri County Fair from September 2nd thru September 6th. The shack was at the Laws Museum grounds for their "Good Old Days" on September 11th. Many of our Rotarians worked more than one shift. For the Tri County Fair Days we had 17 people sign up for 29 shifts. Truly the motto "Service Above Self" applied to our members who put in their hours working in the snack shack. |
Bishop Rotary Foundation Swears in New Board Members
Bishop Rotary met July 13th to elect four members to its Foundation board to help oversee operations in the coming year. The election was held during a Foundation meeting at Whiskey Creek in conjunction with the normal Bishop Rotary meeting. Phil McDowell opened the meeting by announcing that the nominating committee had identified Ed Nahin, Tom Hallenbeck and himself as the candidates to fill respective seats for a new three year term on the Foundation Board. The committee also named Dan Steinhagen as its candidate to fill the remaining two years of Ken Deboy's term. The motion passed by acclamation.
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Maggie Kingsbury hands out awardsScholarships to Bishop Union High School
Former Superintendent of Bishop Union High School, Maggie Kingsbury, found herself in a new role at Bishop Union High School Wednesday, June 9th. She represented The Rotary Club of Bishop and handed out Scholarships for the following: Rotary Academic Scholarships Awards for $1000.00 each went to Jacob, Doonan, Joy Hecht, Sorrel Nielsen, Angela Tomczik, Luke Patterson and $500.00 each was given to Alice Gillam and Kathryn Hudson. Vocational Achievement Awards of $1000.00 each went to Brenda Ruiz, Hallie Kinney and Brenda Medina. The Rotary Club of Bishop is honored and proud to be able to help these outstanding students in their quest for furthering their education.
Awarding Scholarships is one of the many programs Rotary provides for community service. The Rotary Club of Bishop meets every Tuesday at noon at The Whiskey Creek Restaurant. Visitors are always welcome. Lunch is $10.00. Please call Kay O'Brien, President, for further information, at 760 872 8083.
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Snack Shack in the park for Mule DaysThe Rotary Club of Bishop received Snack Shack help from a Jr. Interact Club student, Ruby Wellen, all the way from South Pasadena Middle School.
The Rotary Club of Bishop had their Snack Shack at the Bishop Park during Mule Days and it was definitely one of the busiest times they have had in the park.
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Rotary Club Serves DessertsThe Rotary Club of Bishop again provided and served desserts May 19th at The California Scholarship Federation Recognition and Awards Program for Bishop Union High School.
Once a year, the Bishop Union High School Chapter of the California Scholarship Federation recognizes those students who have excelled academically. This year, Chapter 118 honored 37 seniors, 19 of whom are Seal Bearers, and recognized 26 juniors, 21 sophomores, and 22 freshmen.
CSF President Luke Patterson welcomed everyone attending, introduced speakers and people giving out the awards. The Guest Speaker was The Honorable Dean Stout, a Rotarian, who also helped served the dessert with the Rotary Club.
The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise. The Rotary Club of Bishop meets every Tuesday at noon at The Whiskey Creek Restaurant. Guests are welcome, lunch is $10.00. For information about the club, contact Kay O'Brien at 760 872 8083.
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Labor Auction for Interact ClubAt the Rotary Club of Bishop noon meeting Tuesday May 18th Tom Hallenbeck, the club's representative for the Interact club held a "labor auction" for hours of work volunteered from students from Bishop High School. Fast talking and ever so smooth, Tom Hallenbeck got members to part with $1090.00. The students will cover the members' committed hours of work in their snack shack during Mule Days Celebration this year. The money will go to the Interacts club's many charity projects. Students volunteering their hours to work are Melissa Hoste, Angela Thomczik, Kelli Rowe, Jasmin Casteneda, Brenda Figueroa and Shelby Dolin. |
District 5260 Conference
The Rotary District 5260 Conference was held in Riverside, CA May 14 - 16, 2010. The Rotary Club of Bishop was represented by members Betty and Lewis McConnell, Brad Mettam, Pat and Ed Nahin, Kay and Terry O'Brien. Seven Awards were given to the Club.
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GSE Team from Nepal visits Bishop
The Rotary Group Study Exchange brings Nepal Rotarians to Bishop Rotary meeting. The Rotary Clubs of Bishop joined together to host Rotarians from District 3292 in Nepal. The Rotary District 3292 GSE Team traveled all the way from Nepal to meet with American Rotary members in District 5260. They gave a presentation at a joint meeting of the Rotary Club of Bishop and the Sunrise Rotary at a noon lunch Tuesday, May 4th.
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Rotarians and Friends At work in the ParkMembers of the Rotary Club of Bishop, the Sunrise Rotary Club and friends of Rotary joined together on Saturday April 10th with employees of the Bishop Park Department to refurbish and repaint the picnic pavilion at the city park. The Rotary Club built the structure approximately 20 years ago and dedicated it for the use of the community. Many birthday parties, family gatherings and picnics in the park pavilion have been enjoyed by hundreds of community members over the years. |
Bishop Rotarians play Easter Bunny
The Rotary Club of Bishop President Kay O'Brien organized another successful Easter Basket assembly day Saturday March 27th. Club members quickly and efficiently put together over 375 Easter Baskets which were then delivered the next week to seniors at the Sterling Heights Assisted Living home, young and old at the Methodist Church Soup Kitchen, clients of the Eastern Sierra Friendship Center, an Alzheimer's Day Care facility, to residents at the Bishop Care Center, and those gathered at the Bishop Senior Center in the city park. Rotarians who made the deliveries were Burt Harsted, Larry Clark, Ellen Siegal, Jody Cutler, Maggie Kingsbury, Terry and Kay O'Brien. The goodies were graciously accepted and truly appreciated by all the folks who wouldn't have received any Easter gifts this year
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School Box Program District Grant
The Rotary Club of Bishop's President Kay O'Brien was thrilled to receive a check for $750 toward the club's School Box Program. Tom Hardy, AG, from the Bishop Sunrise club, made the presentation of the District Grant to Kay O'Brien at the Tuesday noon meeting March 23, 2010.
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New Members Charlie Waldriff and Jack England
Past President Ed Nahin performed the induction ceremonies for Charlie Waldriff (Sponor: Patricia Ellis) and Jack England (sponsor: Kay O'Brien.) The club welcomes the new members and looks forward to their support of the club's many charitable programs. Charlie is the local Branch Manager for the Eastern Sierra Community Bank and Jack, a retired hospital administrator, was in a Pennsylvania Rotary club for 10 years.
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An Evening With Robert Waggoner Helps Polio Plus
Thanks to Dave Balcom and Dave Patterson, the program "An Evening With Robert Waggoner" - "Dessert and Inspiration" held February 26, 2010, brought in $1485.00 to be donated to the Rotary International's Polio Plus Fund. Dave Patterson made the announcement at The Rotary Club of Bishop's March 23rd meeting. Pictured is Dave Balcom, who thanked everyone who sold tickets, donated their time and brought desserts.
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Bea Tomko celebrates 87th Birthday
Rotarians Bob and Bea Tomko celebrated Bea's 87th birthday by giving a gift to the Bishop Community. At the Tuesday December 29th noon Rotary Club meeting, the members celebrated Bea's 87th Birthday with a birthday cake and their version of a Birthday song. Both Bob and Bea are long time Rotarians. After the Birthday song, Bea and Bob presented a $500.00 check to The Bishop Rotary Foundation to President Kay O'Brien. They asked that these funds be used for the local disaster fund.
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Holiday party a Success
President Kay O'Brien arranged for another festive and fun holiday party for The Rotary Club of Bishop. It was held December 20th at the Whiskey Creek Restaurant. Kay out did herself with the decorations this year! Entertainment, music, gifts and singing all contributed to a very joyful evening.
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Interact Club starts Service Projects
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IMACA's Wish Tree Ornaments
Members of The Rotary Club of Bishop bought gifts for children in need using the information on the 35 ornaments passed out at a meeting. The gifts were delivered to the IMACA office.
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Paiute Tribe Winter GatheringThe Rotary Club of Bishop offered the use of our snack shack for the Paiute Tribe Winter Gathering Saturday, December 12th. The club was "paid" for their services and the use of the snack shack. All the food was provided by the Paiute Tribe. Food, treats, games and activities were free to the local members and families of the Paiute Tribe. Rotarians who worked in the snack shack were Larry Clark, Burt Harsted, Maggie Kingsbury, Ed and Pat Nahin, Kay and Terry O'Brien, Leo Pisculli nd Ellen Siegal.
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Books For Seniors
President Kay O'Brien arranged for club members to donate books to give to Bishop Seniors. Larry Clark, Ed Nahin, Kay and Terry O'Brien delivered over 200 books to the Bishop Senior Center December 9, 2009. Kay O'Brien said these books will give many hours of good reading to our Bishop Senior citizens.
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Welcome Patricia Ellis!
Dr. Leo Pisculli conducted the induction of new member Patricia Ellis Tuesday, December 8, 2009, along with Sponsor Edward Nahin. Patricia has lived in Bishop for the past 16 years. Before joining the Van Tassell & Paegel CPAs accounting firm 9 years ago, Patricia worked in banking management in Bishop and Southern California. Her job of Office Administrtor involves handling advertising, management of the office and accounting services. She is an assistant to Randy Van Tassell, a registered investment advisor. Patricia is dedicated to providing "quality service" at her profession and is anxious to become involved in The Rotary Club of Bishop's many charitable programs where she will share her administrative skills.
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Interact Club Off To A Good Start
Tom Hallenbeck , Director of the Bishop High School Interact Club said the club meetings have started and programs are being planned. There isn't a final count on membership as yet, however Tom feels there will be at least 40 members this year. Interact President Melissa Holste and Secretary Sorrel Nielson started their year as Interact Board members by attending a Basic PRLS Seminar for Rotary District 5260 held October 17, 2009. The Basic PRLS program provided an opportunity for these Interact students to study skills in communications, basic leadership principles, leading a meeting, basic public speaking, and about what Rotary is all about. |
School Box Program
Eighteen volunteers from The Rotary Club of Bishop plus friends of the Rotary Club, gathered at Rotarians Kay and Terry O'Briens' house Sunday October 18th to assemble 50 boxes with each containing $100.00 worth of school supplies for Elm St, Pine St. and Round Valley Elementary schools.
The boxes were delivered to Betsy McDonald, Principal of the Elm-Pine Street Elementary School Monday October 19th by Rotarians Kay and Terry O'Brien., Larry Clark, Pat Nahin and friend of Rotary, Tina Palmer. Kay and Terry O'Brien delivered the boxes to the Round Valley Elementary school. Ms McDonald said that the school supplies are very much needed and appreciated. Opening the boxes also provides a lot of excitement to the students. With the current budget problems for the schools, this project is very helpful to the teachers and students.
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Soup Kitchen Busier Than Ever
The Rotary Club of Bishop Rotarians Larry Clark, Pat Nahin, Mike Gable, James Wilson and Jody Cutler helped cook and serve lunch to 70 people Wednesday, October 21st. Supervising the lunch that day was Roberta Cummings. Roberta said that there has been a big increase in lunches being served up from summer attendance of about 40 people a day to over 65 people a day this fall. James Wilson said one reason he was a Rotarian was to be able to help serve the community and feels that participating in providing lunches for the needy is a truly satisfying experience in help to the community.
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Basic PRLS Seminar
On Saturday, October 17th, three members of The Rotary Club of Bishop attended the first level PRLS meeting held at the Inyo Mono Association for the Handicapped hosted by Beth Himelhoch of the Sunrise Rotary Club. At the conclusion of the training seminar Brad Mettam, Kay O'Brien and Pat Nahin received graduation pins and are now eligible to attend the Masters PRLS seminars.
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Sierra Safari a Success!
The Rotary Club of Bishop held its annual Sierra Safari starting with a cocktail reception Friday evening, Sept. 25th, all day outings with a fellowship dinner Sat. Sept. 26th and a trout breakfast held at Elk's park Sunday morning. Rotarians from many different clubs in District 5260 came to enjoy our grand Sierra Mountain way of life. Money is raised by selling tickets for gift basket donations from the other clubs in District 5260. Jay Saltzman, current Governor for District 5260 with his wife ,Ferne, joined in the festivities plus held a Club Leadership Meeting at the Sunday Morning Breakfast. A highlight of the Saturday evening dinner was Rotarian Tom Hallenbeck's extraordinary auctioneering talent in auctioning the framed original photographic print by Ed Nahin. The print of the Bodie's old Methodist Church sold for $440.00 which will be used to fund the many Rotary Club of Bishop's charitable programs. |
Rotary loses former member Irvin Hall
Irvin M Hall, Jr., died peacefully, Saturday, Sept 12, 2009 at his home in Merrill Gardens in Gardnerville, Nev. He was 87.
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"Snack Shack 101"President Kay O'Brien arranged for the Tuesday, August 25th meeting to be held at Bishop Park. The Snack Shack was set up there and the Rotary Club of Bishop members participated in a "How to Operate and set up the Snack Shack" program. Larry Clark taught "Cooking Hot Dogs and Other Foods" and Burt Harsted gave a tour on "equipment operation." Hot Dogs, chips, drinks, fruit and cookies were served. A sign-up sheet to work the snack shack for the forthcoming Tri County Fair was passed around. Wow, members are ready to go to work and raise some money! |
Rotary loses beloved member
The Rotary Club of Bishop is mourning the passing of one of our long-time members. President Kay O'Brien, announced the sad news at the July 28th noon Tuesday Club meeting that a beloved member, Clark Conder, died July 25, 2009 at his home in Bishop. Clark was a member of the Rotary Club of Bishop since 1955. At 96 years old, Clark remained active and attended meetings until just three weeks before his death. |
Welcome Terry O'Brien
The Rotary Club of Bishop is pleased to announce the induction of Terry O'Brien on July 28, 2009. Lewis MConnell conducted the induction along with Sponsor Betty McConnell and President Kay O'Brien participating in the ceremony. Terry has been volunteering for many of the club's service projects for several years and is very knowledgeable on the Rotary organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide.
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Bishop Rotary Foundation Annual MeetingThe Annual Meeting of the Bishop Rotary Foundation was held at the Whiskey Creek Restaurant during the noon Rotary meeting on July 14, 2009. The elections of new board members were: One year terms: Kay O'Brien, President, The Rotary Club of Bishop, Don Matthewson, President, Bishop Sunrise Rotary Club, Phil McDowell, Ed Nahin, and Tom Hallenbeck. Two year terms: Randy Van Tassell, John Fulton, and Kathleen Sheehan. Three year terms: Ted Schade, M.C. Hubbard, and Ken Deboy. |
Rotary Club serves at Livestock Show
The Rotary Club of Bishop's newly elected president, Kay O'Brien, made sure there would be food and drinks for the members of 4-H clubs and Future Farmers of America at the Eastern Sierra Tri-County Junior Livestock Show and Auctions. Members of the club operated their Rotary Snack Shack July 13th through July 18th. The opportunity to get cold drinks and food was very much appreciated by the people participating in the Junior Livestock show and auction.
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Dana's Day in 'court'
The Rotary Club of Bishop's Demotion party, finds Dana Crom on wrong side of law - for laughs! The Bishop Rotary Club had on Friday night, June 26, 2009, what some members are calling one of its best "demotion" parties ever. With about 65 Rotarians and guests in attendance, the club held its annual roasts in honor of the outgoing president - this time, Dana Crom. Incoming President, Kay O'Brien, was there to join in the fun and be installed as the new President
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BISHOP ROTARIANS ENCOURAGE MENTORING!
The Rotary Club of Bishop sponsored a hot dog night at the Bishop City Park to promote mentoring.
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Bishop Scholars Come to Rotary LunchOn Tuesday June 9th, recipients of The Rotary Club of Bishop's 2009 Academic Awards Scholarships for Bishop High School attended the weekly luncheon at Whiskey Creek. It was a pleasure to have had all ten graduates from Bishop High School who received the awards come to thank The Rotary Club for their Academic Scholarships. |
Snack Shack at Bishop ParkRotarians and volunteer ran the snack shack at Bishop Park with great skill and success during the Mule Days celebration May 22 - 25, 2009. Over $2000.00 was earned to add to scholarship money going to High School seniors. At the May 26th noon meeting, Larry Clark thanked all who worked the snack shack including Burt Harsted, Dave Balcom, Nereida Lopez, Jody Cutler, Thaddeus Taylor, Ed and Pat Nahin, Ted Schade, Brad Mettam, Ellen Segal, Lee Mizrahi, Nancy Lowthorp, Dave Buck and others. |
Rotarians Serve Dessert
The California Scholarship Federation, Recognition and Awards, Bishop Union High School, Chapter 118 held their annual program May 19, 2009 to recognize those students who have excelled academically. This year, Chapter 118 honored 38 seniors, 18 of whom are Seal Bearers, and recognized 22 juniors, 22 sophomores and 20 freshmen. The Rotary Club of Bishop provided the desserts and table service for this affair.
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Bishop Rotary hosts foreign visitors
Rotary District 1790 GSE Team came all the way from France to meet with American Rotary members and give a presentation at the Rotary Club of Bishop's noon lunch Tuesday, May 5th.
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Rotarians At Work DayRotarians At Work Day The Rotary Club of Bishop April 25, 2009 Planting Flowers and Maintenance Talmadge Park and Planters on Main Street
A Wonderful Gathering of Rotarians and Friends
The Rotary Club of Bishop members, Bishop Interact Club members and friends sure didn't mind getting their hands dirty and went to work planting flowers, pulling weeds, cutting branches and digging in the mud at Talmadge Park and along Main Street planters. |
New Member Dave Balcom
April 14, 2009 PDG Bob Tomko, Sr., conducted the induction of Dave Balcom. Sponsor Larry Clark and President Dana Crom participated in the ceremony. As a former member of six different Rotary Clubs, Dave has a history of his involvement in Rotary and said he was here "with bells on" to work for Rotary.
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Earth Day at Bishop ParkThe Rotary Club of Bishop - Community Service -Fund Raiser Earth Day At The Bishop Park, Sunday, April 19, 2009 |
Easter Baskets Delivered!
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Easter Basket Assembly Day
Kay O'Brien organized another successful Easter Basket assembly day. Club members and children quickly and efficiently put together over 300 Easter Baskets.
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New Member Fireside Chat
The Rotary Club of Bishop had a new member Fireside Chat February 11, 2009 held at the home of Kay & Terry O'Brien
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Tom Hallenbeck new Advisor to the Bishop Rotary Interact Club
Tom Hallenbeck, Director of Cal Trans, and a valued member of The Rotary Club of Bishop, was welcomed by Club President, Dana Crom, as the new advisor to the Bishop Rotary Interact Club starting February, 2009.
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Welcome To New Member Robert Prendergast |
Rotarians Ringing the Bell |
ROTARY OF LIGHTS
Rotarian Jenna Decker played violin with Fiddlin' Pete Watercott in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Bishop City Park Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, December 5, 2008 before rushing to the table set up by The Rotary Club of Bishop.
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SCHOOL BOX PROGRAM
Twenty volunteers from The Rotary Club of Bishop and from the Bishop Union High School Interact Club, plus two friends, gathered at Rotarian Kay O'Brien's house Saturday Oct. 11th to assemble 32 boxes with each containing $100.00 worth of school supplies for Elm Street & Pine St. Elementary Schools.
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Two Paul Harris Fellows Awards Presented
President Dana Crom and Governor Connie Cashin presented Clark Conder and Kay O'Brien with Paul Harris Fellows Awards at the noon meeting October 21, 2008.
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New Member Jenna Decker
District Governor Connie Cashin visits The Rotary Club of Bishop and inducts Jenna Decker October 21, 2008
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Senior Pal Program
Rotarian Ellen Siegel made arrangments for volunteers to visit and spend time with residents at the Bishop Care Center.
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MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Rotary Club of Bishop brings Snack Shack to the 17th Annual Millpond Music Festival Friday, September 12, 2008 through Sunday, September 14, 2008.
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SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY!
The Rotary Club of Bishop provides Snack Shack at Bishop City Park for the 2008 Tri County Fair Days.
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Mike Patterson inducted August 26, 2008
Sally Symons introduced Mike Patterson to the club and Lew McConnell gave the induction speech and welcomed Mike into the club. Mike is the Program Manager and Chief Flight Paramedic for Sierra Lifeflight. They provide 24 hour emergency service to the community. The club looks forward to Mike helping Rotarians provide humanitarian service with his many professional skills and high ethical standards.
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Welcome Shawn Hawkins! |
Fellowship and Fun at Rotary Cocktail Party!
Membership Chairpersons Sally Symons and M.C. Hubbard from The Rotary Club of Bishop and The Rotary Club of Bishop Sunrise Clubs put together a great mixer to meet prospective members plus meet with fellow members
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Bishop Rotarians Clean Up!
Members of the Rotary Club of Bishop gathered early Saturday August 9th to clean up Highway 395. As part of the "Adopt a Highway" program, members Leo Pisculli, Lee Mizrahi, John Fulton, Ellen Siegal, Dana Crom, Wright Huntley and late comer Wayne Hinkel, joined "volunteers" Delia Pisculli and Dana's boys Frankie & Joey Harvey in the clean up efforts.
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ROTARY COOKBOOKS NOW ON SALE
The Rotary Club of Bishop is now selling their beautiful Recipes of the Owens Valley Cookbooks for just $15.00. To order books, Contact Judi Heltebrake at 760 872 4823 or Pat Nahin at 760 872 2022
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Bishop Rotary Foundation Directors 2008 - 2009
Randy Van Tassell, Dana Crom, Phil McDowell, Ted Schade, John Fulton, Susan Cullen, Kathleen Sheehan, Edward Nahin and M.C. Hubbard. Not shown, Ken Deboy and Tom Hallenbeck
The annual foundation meeting was called to order July 8, 2008 by Phil McDowell with 33 members present. Proposed by the nominating committee: Randy Van Tassell, John Fulton, and Kathleen Sheehan. With no nominations from the floor the new Directors were unanimously approved.
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Rotarians Team Up to Benefit Bishop City Park
Members of the Bishop Rotary Club and Bishop Sunrise Rotary teamed up on Friday July 11th to improve the tennis courts at the Bishop City Park. Rotarians from both clubs battled the heat as they installed pavers along the City Park tennis courts.
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Dana Crom installed as President
Dr. Leo Pisculli installed Dana Crom as the 2008 - 2009 President of The Rotary Club of Bishop June 28, 2008 at the demotion dinner given at Raymonds Deli for Edward Nahin, outgoing president.
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2008 Rotary International Convention
Ed Nahin and Brad Mettam at the 2008 Rotary Convention June 15 - 18, 2008. The Rotary Club of Bishop members attending: Patricia Brown-Berry, Betty and Lewis McConnell, Brad Mettam, Ed and Pat Nahin, Leo and Delia Pisculli, Ellen Siegal and Wright Huntley.
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Rotary Club of Bishop Gives to Seniors
Edward Nahin, President of The Rotary Club of Bishop, presented Academic Achievement Awards and Vocational Scholarships to 23 Bishop Union High School Seniors at the Senior Awards, Class of 2008, Wednesday, June 4, 2008. |
Snack Shacks at Mule Days Celebration
It was a first for The Rotary Club of Bishop having TWO snack shacks in operation during Mule Days. They had one shack at the city park and the other one at the Fair Grounds, behind the back grandstands.
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OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARDSThe Rotary Club of Bishop Receives Awards For Outstanding Service to the Bishop Community. |
Judge Lamb speaks at The Rotary Club of Bishop |
Welcome Susie Decker!
Susie Decker, Program Director at the Eastern Sierra Friendship Center is a new member of The Rotary Club of Bishop. Susie will be inducted into the club on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Susie is a wonderful addition to our club. All Rotary clubs share a key mission: to serve their community and those in need throughout the world.
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Happy Birthday Clark Condor!
The Rotary Club of Bishop celebrated Clark on his 95th birthday, April 1st. Clark has been a proud member of the Bishop Rotary Club for 67 years and is still an active member of the club.
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Bishop Interact Club brings Easter gifts
Bishop High School Interact Club brings Easter gifts to residents at the Bishop Care Center.
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Special Delivery for Easter
The Rotary Club of Bishop volunteers once again reached out to members of the community with a special Easter time visit - leaving behind smiles on lots of faces and plenty of treats to be enjoyed.
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Reaching Out Program
Dana Crom, Attorney at Law, Public Defender and President Elect of The Noon Rotary Club of Bishop has developed "Reaching Out Programs" for Rotarians to assist in the local juvenile justice system. Arrangements have been made for Rotarians to visit the local juvenile detention facility in |
A Second Snack Shack!
Good News! Thanks to the generous contribution from Doug and Karen Clair, the noon Rotary Club of Bishop, is now the proud owner of a second Snack Shack.
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A Sad loss of member, Bob Berry
The Rotary Club of Bishop has lost a beloved member and good friend, Bob Berry. Bob died peacefully in his sleep February 17, 2008. We send our deepest sympathy and condolences to his wife and our fellow Rotarian, Pat.
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Good News for Rotary Club of Bishop
The Rotary Club of Bishop welcomed returning Rotary members Larry Clark and Toni Newman.
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Highway clean-up |
51st Annual Sierra Safari |