This week's meeting will include some Classification Talks from a couple of our newer members--Peter Garcia and Kyle Silliaasen. Classification Talks are a way for members to share a bit about themselves--who they are, family, work, why they joined Rotary. Occasionally, we might hear from longer-tenured members. We look forward to learning more about Peter and Kyle.
The link to our YouTube Channel is now available on our website and our weekly bulletins. You can view recent online meetings. If you watch any of them, you can count it as a makeup. Just let our Co-Secretary, Christine Egelstad know.
Our guest were JJ Frank, Executive Director of the Everett YMCA & District Executive for the YMCA of Snohomish and Tommy Speidel, Executive Director of the YMCA of Snohomish County giving Club members on Friday, October 16th an overview of the YMCA in Snohomish County. The YMCA has been serving Snohomish County for 125 years. The YMCA of Snohomish County is a cause-driven nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As indicated, this year marks the 125th anniversary of standing with our communities.-through times of growth and challenge-committred to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Today, the YMCA has a relationship with 1 in 6 Snohomish County residents.
Their programs nurture potential, strengthens families, promotes wellness, and fosters belonging. Rooted in equity and inclusion, they welcome people from every background and life stage, to be part of a stronger, more connected community.
Who is the Y? Six facilities: Everett, Marysville, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, Monroe and Stanwood-Camano and the Y Camp Casey on Whidbey Island. Two Early Learning Centers serving North and South Snohomish County. The largest child care provider and longest-serving nonprofit in the county. Financial assistance for membership and all programs, including child care. Discounted membership for teens that qualify for free or reduced lunch. Full programs include aquatics, youth sports, camp, teens, STEM, and adaptive programs with 1,000+ staff including approximately 400 teens. Opportunities for infants through seniors to find achievement, belonging and friendships. So much more. Check it out.
Our Scout Troop held their Fall Court of Honor at Flowing Lake County Park last weekend. Many Scouts were awarded Merit Badges that they have earned over the last several months. Merit Badges are a way for a Scout to learn more about any one of over 140 subjects. Over the 116 years of Scouting America (previously Boys Scouts of America), many young people have gone on into careers and/or life-long hobbies because of merit badges. Several Scouts were also recognized for earning new ranks in the program. ranks happen naturally because of the activities the Scouts do.
Girls Troop Scoutmaster Joel Pearcy, Girls Troop outgoing Senior Patrol Leader Elliana K, Boys Troop outgoing Senior Patrol Leader Brittan A., Boys Troop Scoutmaster Mark Fuller and Troop Committee Chair Shea Buher.
Five Club Members attended the Court of Honor (l to r) Chris Vallo, Lance Morehouse, Paul Adams and Alex Shaller. Chartered Organization Representative James Monroe took the photograph.
Congratulations to the Scouts! Our Club thanks the adult volunteers for supporting the youth in their endeavours in the Scouting Movement!
Interact is a service club for youth ages 14-18. The name is a combination of the words international and action. We join Clubs in over 120 countries around the world. The global youth network is dedicated to community and international service. Every Interact Club project, great or small, has a lasting impact on society worldwide.
Club Meetings are held at Lake Stevens High School.
Our regular Rotary Club Meetings are at the Lake Stevens School District Educational Service Center lower level Community Room located at 12309 22nd St NE. We start at 7:30 am. Click here for the online link. There will not be any breakfast served. However, coffee will be available. Visitors are always welcome.
