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Aug. 26, 2018 9:00 a.m. - Dec. 21, 2018 10:00 a.m.
We need four (4) happy volunteers to Pack grocery bags for students at Littleton Public School's Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education (formerly named Centennial Elementary). Littleton Rotary, in partnership with the school, is focusing on the needs of students whose families are struggling to provide sufficient food for their children, especially over weekends when they don't receive school supplied lunches. At 9 AM, volunteers gather at Centennial Lutheran Church to pack bags of groceries containing enough food for six meals including fresh fruit and milk. In just one hour’s time, all bags are packed and ready to be delivered to Centennial Academy. Our current packing schedule includes most Fridays with some Wednesday and Thursday opportunities.
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Dec. 01, 2018 7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Littleton Rotary continues its ongoing partnership with South Suburban Parks & Rec Dist to help make the Holiday Season special for area children and their families. Breakfast With Santa is a Littleton tradition that dates back many years to a time when Littleton Rotary began the Lunch With Santa program focused on needy families and their children who were clients of IFTF (Inter-Faith Task Force), which today is known as Integrated Family Community Services. Today, the happy event is open to all within the Greater Littleton Area. Our Club provides the hands-on help needed in cooking and serving the pancake & sausage breakfast. Some a few of our members help out in the kitchen, but most help by greeting the children and families, serving the plates of pancakes, and busing the tables. The interaction with members of our community is wonderful and your participation is very much needed. Please register to participate in this fun event. We need you! |
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BREAK BREAD - BUILDING MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS AMONG OUR NEIGHBORS
Dec. 04, 2018
Break Bread offers a weekly community meal that offers nourishment, unconditional love, and abundant grace. Jen Engquist joined the Break Bread team after serving in Cambodia as Country Program Coordinator for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America's Young Adults in Global Mission program. Prior to her time in Cambodia, she served as the Community Center and Member Relations Director for Churches United for the Homeless, a shelter in Moorhead, MN. In 2016, she graduated from the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, University of Michigan, with her Master's in Public Administration. Jen is from rural North Dakota, loves listening to stories, and is passionate about social justice and equity work that focuses on reducing the incidence and impact of poverty. She is thrilled to be a part of Break Bread and the Littleton community. |
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THE STERLING RANCH DEVELOPMENT
Dec. 04, 2018
Located in Douglas County, south of Chatfield State Park, Sterling Ranch will eventually contain about 12,000 homes to be built over the next 20 to 25 years. This 3,400 acre development will have nine unique villages radiating out from an amenity rich town center. The first, Providence Village, is actively being constructed and is their flagship development featuring seven different homebuilders. Randy Pye, Community Outreach Manager, will discuss development plans, and the impacts this development will have on transportation, natural resources, schools, and other issues important to their neighbors in the region. |
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Dec. 06, 2018 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Through OCC, some of the poorest children throughout the world receive shoeboxes filled with gifts like toys, school supplies and personal care items. We have a limited number of spots available for volunteers at OCC's distribution center, near Centennial Airport. We’ll help to send millions of shoeboxes filled with gifts to needy children all over the world! Please note: all volunteers must be at least 13 years old and capable of standing for extended periods. This activity takes place in a warehouse, so please wear layers for warmth. Carpooling Encouraged. Volunteers needed: 7 |
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Dec. 08, 2018 - Dec. 09, 2018
Front Range BEST is having the regional competition for the robotics teams. The Littleton Rotary Foundation has been helping to support Front Range BEST which is a “hub”. All the Colorado Hubs as well as teams from North and South Dakota who won their hub competitions will be competing December 8 and 9th at the Metro State University Auraria Campus Event Center (MAP). Eighty nine schools competed in Colorado. We have 30 teams at Regionals. We need volunteers. The 8th is a practice day when teams sign in and give their marketing presentation, have their BEST exhibits and get some time to practice with their robots on the game field. The 9th is the actual competition. We will have two game fields going and it should be an exciting day. Jobs range from being a pit monitor to being a referee on the game floor. Some only take an hour or two and others are all day. Rotarians interested should contact Patty Gaspar right away. patty@gasparjones.com Cell: 303-618-5069 Home: 303-989-8268
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Dec. 10, 2018 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the 2nd Monday evening of the month, Littleton Rotary members and friends volunteer to spend time helping Project C.U.R.E. in sorting donated medical supplies and equipment. Our help in this effort are critical to Project C.U.R.E.'s ability to inventory and catalog the hundreds of items they receive weekly. Be sure and sign up for this hands-on work. Volunteers will be helped with this work by experienced Project C.U.R.E. staff who can identify the various items being sorted. Please use the online registration tool to register for this event. Minimum age to volunteer is 14 (under 18 requires parent/legal guardian signed consent). To volunteer at Project C.U.R.E., please complete the following steps.: 1. Go to http://vhub.at/1RNIWNE 2. On the calendar, click on your event. 3. Click ‘Sign Up’ on right hand side 4. Create an account by filling out all the required information (you choose username and password, no restrictions) and then click next to fill out all required information 5. Click next to confirm account creation 6. Read liability release, click “I understand” and click next 7. You’re now registered for your event! Please keep in mind the following: -Volunteers are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the warehouse. -Wear weather-appropriate clothing as it is colder in winters and warmer in summers. -Please arrive on-time. You will be led by a Volunteer Leader and they will need adequate time to explain to you what will need to be done. |
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SALACIOUS IN THE CRETACEOUS
Dec. 11, 2018
Erin has been leading educational programs at Dinosaur Ridge since 2002, but her first visit was in 1990 as a five-year old. Erin was in charge of guided tours from 2003-2017, and has been managing all Education efforts at Dinosaur Ridge since 2017. Erin re-established Summer Camps in 2012 and redeveloped the camps in 2018, developed a preschool program called TriceraTOTs in 2014, and she designed exhibits in the Discovery Center in 2014 and has been maintaining/updating current exhibits in Trek Through Time since 2011. (303) 697-3466 x101; Education@dinoridge.org |
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Dec. 12, 2018 6:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Because of generous donations from club membership, the club will be sponsoring 14 very needy kids to have a holiday shopping spree of $100.00 each to buy clothes for themselves to make their lives more comfortable. No gifts for others or even toys for themselves. This shopping spree is to let them shop for items they really need in their personal wardrobe that their family or guardian just simply cannot afford, i.e. socks, shoes, belts, pants, shirts, dresses, coats, and the like. Volunteers are needed to shop 1-on-1 with the kids, making sure they are getting the right size and helping them navigate thru out the store and check out, all within keeping within the $100.00 budget. It will be good to have a calculator on hand. There are already 3 Rotary clubs that participate in this annual project. DSE, Centennial Satellite and Highlands Ranch Rotary clubs. Centennial Satellite will have 10 kids at this Kohl's on the 12/12. Lets continue to do good in our community with this great out-reach program to help some less fortunate kiddos have an amazing holiday season. Clean and brand new clothes will be a real confidence booster for them. The kids will not know why they are going to Kohl's on a random Wednesday in December...when they arrive at Kohls it will be a total surprise that they get a personal shopping spree! Be part of this holiday magic! We need a total of 15 volunteers; 14 for shoppers, and Ronda and I will be trouble shooters or shopper. |
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Dec. 12, 2018 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Join us for our Littleton Rotary Annual Christmas Dinner Party. We're excited to be holding it at the historic Cherokee Castle and Ranch near Sedalia. We'll be treated to a Tour of the Castle in all of its Holiday Splendor as we enjoy Holiday Music, Hors d ’Oeuvres and Drinks followed by a delicious Holiday Dinner Buffet. Wednesday, December 12th at 6:00 PM R.S.V.P. Deadline: Saturday, Dec 1 at 5:00PM $37.00 per person for members and one guest. Cost includes tour of Castle, dinner, and two glasses of wine. Space is limited so Sign Up Early! |
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Dec. 17, 2018 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Our normal date for getting together with the residents of the Libby Bortz Assisted Living Center is the fourth Monday of the month. Since in December that will be Christmas Eve, we are changing things up and will have a sing along with Santa joining us on December 17th. This project, started by the Littleton Rotary Club's Evening Meeting group, welcomes volunteers to join with them in this happy, hour-long activity. |
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BITCOIN - HOW IT AFFECTS US ALL
Dec. 18, 2018
Tim Portz is a Vice President and Portfolio Manager of Sterling Capital Management in Waukesha, Wisconsin. As a lecturer and commentator, he shares his knowledge of Bitcoins and the underlying blockchain technology that authenticates and tracks this virtual currency. Tim does not sell, trade, or recommend the purchase of Bitcoins, but is happy to help us understand a bit more about cryptocurrencies. |
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WHITE ELEPHANT CHRISTMAS GIFT PARTY AND POTLUCK
Dec. 18, 2018
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Jan. 06, 2019 - Mar. 15, 2019 10:00 a.m.
We need four (4) happy volunteers to Pack grocery bags for students at Littleton Public School's Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education (formerly named Centennial Elementary). Littleton Rotary, in partnership with the school, is focusing on the needs of students whose families are struggling to provide sufficient food for their children, especially over weekends when they don't receive school supplied lunches. At 9 AM, volunteers gather at Centennial Lutheran Church to pack bags of groceries containing enough food for six meals including fresh fruit and milk. In just one hour’s time, all bags are packed and ready to be delivered to Centennial Academy. Our current packing schedule includes most Fridays with some Wednesday and Thursday opportunities. |
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THE HONOR BELL FOUNDATION
Jan. 08, 2019
Throughout history, bells have been used to announce a death or to express the gravity of an individual’s passing. Honor bells are tuned to mourning. They are struck, note by note, to communicate the depth of sorrow and the extent of loss. There is no better way to sound a tribute than by an honor bell. Its dignity complements the traditions and simplicity associated with military funeral rites, while its beauty offers a note of reverence. The Honor Bell is the first tolling bell cast in U.S. history with the sole purpose of rendering a final honor to United States Service Members killed in action and United States Armed Forces Veterans. It is tolled exclusively by veterans. It was commissioned and dedicated into service on Memorial Day, 2016. It is a custom-designed, thirty-seven-inch diameter, forty-inch tall, stationary bronze bell that weighs one thousand pounds. Michelle Mallin is the owner and principal of MGM Solutions, a nonprofit consulting firm in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Michelle is focused on event planning, fundraising, and project management with an emphasis on developing non-traditional revenue streams. Having volunteered with a variety of organizations whose causes included working to prevent drunk driving, fight breast cancer, and support victims of sexual assault, Michelle took her background in technology, publishing, direct mail, event planning, and marketing and formed a freelance marketing and public relations firm which allows her to draw upon a vast network of charities and contacts. She has worked with dozens of charities with a variety of missions but does specialize in those that support the military and first responder communities. Her father and stepfather are both US Army veterans; one, a recipient of the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, and the other a decorated New York City police officer. Each instilled in her a deep respect for those who serve our nation and our neighborhoods. She and her team strive daily to “honor and respect, those who serve and protect.” |
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Jan. 09, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join your friends & colleagues, meet other young professionals, and enjoy an opportunity to unwind, network, and otherwise expand your professional contacts in a happy and casual setting. Sponsored by the Littleton Rotary Club, whose members represents a cross section of business and professional leaders, this event is planned with you in mind. Cash bar. |
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Jan. 12, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
It's Rotary Fellowship Dinner evening once again. We are planning small group dinners in the homes of Rotarians. This will be a great way to get to know other members and share some time with Rotarians and their partners from both the evening and the noon meetings. Ideally the groups will be 8 people, but could be from 6-10. Singles are most welcome! The host Rotarian will prepare the main dish. The guests will bring appetizers, side dishes, salad, or dessert... and BYOB. You will be notified by Wednesday, January 9th of where you will be going, with directions, what you should bring, and any other vital info. When you sign up, in the comment space please let us know if you would like to host and if you have any serious food allergies . It will be a fun evening. We expect to see you all for this special event! REGISTRATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, JANUARY 8TH AT 5:00 PM |
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Jan. 14, 2019 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the 2nd Monday evening of the month, Littleton Rotary members and friends volunteer to spend time helping Project C.U.R.E. in sorting donated medical supplies and equipment. Our help in this effort are critical to Project C.U.R.E.'s ability to inventory and catalog the hundreds of items they receive weekly. Be sure and sign up for this hands-on work. Volunteers will be helped with this work by experienced Project C.U.R.E. staff who can identify the various items being sorted. Please use the online registration tool to register for this event. Minimum age to volunteer is 14 (under 18 requires parent/legal guardian signed consent). To volunteer at Project C.U.R.E., please complete the following steps.: 1. Go to http://vhub.at/1RNIWNE 2. On the calendar, click on your event. 3. Click ‘Sign Up’ on right hand side 4. Create an account by filling out all the required information (you choose username and password, no restrictions) and then click next to fill out all required information 5. Click next to confirm account creation 6. Read liability release, click “I understand” and click next 7. You’re now registered for your event! Please keep in mind the following: -Volunteers are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the warehouse. -Wear weather-appropriate clothing as it is colder in winters and warmer in summers. -Please arrive on-time. You will be led by a Volunteer Leader and they will need adequate time to explain to you what will need to be done. |
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ARC THRIFT STORES
Jan. 15, 2019
arc Thrift Stores is now the largest social enterprise in Colorado, and one of the largest nonprofits in Colorado - and perhaps two years away from being the largest. Each year, the arc Thrift Stores generates nearly $90 million in revenue and they anticipate doing $100 million revenue by 2020. The arc Thrift Stores is also the largest funder of advocacy for people with intellectual disabilities, one of the largest employers of people with intellectual disabilities in Colorado, one of the largest employers in Colorado, as wells as one of the largest recyclers in Colorado. Luke Stahmer has served on the arc Board for more than a decade including chairing two of the five arc Thrift executive committees. He has now been appointed to oversee community relations and business development at arc with an emphasis on sharing arc’s professional and non-profit accomplishments within the community. Luke has extensive experience as an executive in both profit and not for profit endeavors including time developing projects while working for sports greats like John Elway and Ed McCaffrey. |
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THE WOMEN OF ARLINGTON
Jan. 15, 2019
Tom Tudor has been a distinguished speaker for twenty-five years, presenting a moving and informative narration of our nation's most hallowed ground: Arlington National Cemetery. Mr. Tudor, speaking to hundreds of organizations and institutions nationwide, is an authority on the history of 'Arlington' and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which is visited by over four million people annually. His comprehensive and compelling power-point presentation recently aired on C-SPAN American History Television and he was a featured speaker at the National World War II Museum for Memorial Day 2016. His presentation is one you don't want to miss. |
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Jan. 18, 2019
The next meeting of the Rotary Women's Book Club will be Friday, January 18th at Dee Leh's home at 1:30 pm. The book we are discussing is Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie. It is a story about an Islamic family -- and an exloration of the clash between society, family and religious faith. This group is open to all women Rotarians and Rotary partners.
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CYCLING WITHOUT AGE - LITTLETON
Jan. 22, 2019
Gary Harty, Bill Nagel and Phil Cernanec will be with us to provide some background on Cycling Without Age. Gary heads up the successful and growing CWA Lakewood program. He has developed a solid pilot training approach, and a cooperative relationship with a number of senior facilities in Lakewood. Bill and Phil have been working to develop the support infrastructure for a Cycling Without Age affiliate in Littleton. Bill is the former co-owner of Pedal of Littleton, and Phil is a former councilmember/mayor of Littleton and is Chair of the Denver Metro Area Agency for Aging.
A trishaw (the 'adult-sized' tricycle used to provide the seniors with an outdoor experience) is being transported to Pinehurst, and will be a available for inspection and 'test rides' for Rotarians starting at 11:30A on Tuesday. Please arrive early, if you can! |
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Jan. 28, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Become a volunteer and help the Littleton Rotary Club as we provide an hour of games and fun activities to the residents of the Libby Bortz Assisted Living Center. This project, started by the Littleton Rotary Club's Evening Meeting group, welcomes volunteers to join with them in this happy, hour-long activity. |
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DUMB FRIENDS LEAGUE
Jan. 29, 2019
The challenges involved in animal welfare, both at the Dumb Friends League and throughout our greater community, are becoming increasingly complex. At the same time, the opportunities for saving more pets’ lives are greater than ever. As President and CEO, Dr. Apryl Steele and team are charged with developing and coordinating strategic innovations and solutions to achieve our mission of ending pet homelessness and animal suffering. From a collaborative and people first viewpoint, she oversees operations, development, communications, finance and administration for the Dumb Friends League and Colorado Humane Society & SPCA. A dynamic leader as well as a practicing veterinarian in Denver for 18 years, Apryl has extensive knowledge of our community and animal welfare. She is a past president of the Denver Area Veterinary Medical Society, the Colorado Veterinary Medical Association and the Animal Assistance Foundation. Apryl is currently on the board of the American Association of Feline Practitioners, member of Hill’s Shelter Advisory Board and the Cat Friendly Council, and has served on the boards of PetAid Colorado and the Dumb Friends League, and is a veteran of the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps. |
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CLASSIFICATION TALKS
Feb. 05, 2019
Always one of the most enjoyable and informative programs at Littleton Rotary, Classification Talks are short, 8 minute talks by newer members that tell their stories. Club members learn much about their newest friends and fellow Rotarians, including where they grew up, their education, careers, families, interests, and much more. All club members are encouraged to attend and make welcome these great additions to our Rotary Family.
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HOW CURIOUSITY IGNITES THE POWER OF CHANGE
Feb. 05, 2019
Backed by 40 years of “5-star” leadership experience as an executive in the hospitality industry, André van Hall presents a fresh, proven message to audiences: “Curiosity is the key to instigate change.” As the Curiosity Instigator, he challenges business executives and teams to adopt an attitude of curiosity in order to be innovative, to experience breakthrough thinking, and to be on the forefront of change. In other words, to become a Change Leader. André knows, first hand, that curiosity leads to breakthrough thinking. Thanks to his innate curiosity, André was able to quickly adapt to sudden and life-changing sight loss. His inquisitive nature led him to adjust to an entirely new lifestyle. As a “5-star” executive, André has held extensive and varied positions at luxury hotels worldwide, including The Historic Ritz Paris. (He speaks English, Dutch, French, German, and Spanish.) Career highlights include orchestrating the opening of several new, flagship hotels as well as driving significant improvements to revenue, profit, customer service, and employee retention. André and his wife Nancy reside in Denver, Colorado. Still an avid skier, André also enjoys tandem bicycling and cooking. |
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Feb. 11, 2019 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the 2nd Monday evening of the month, Littleton Rotary members and friends volunteer to spend time helping Project C.U.R.E. in sorting donated medical supplies and equipment. Our help in this effort are critical to Project C.U.R.E.'s ability to inventory and catalog the hundreds of items they receive weekly. Be sure and sign up for this hands-on work. Volunteers will be helped with this work by experienced Project C.U.R.E. staff who can identify the various items being sorted. Please use the online registration tool to register for this event. Minimum age to volunteer is 14 (under 18 requires parent/legal guardian signed consent). To volunteer at Project C.U.R.E., please complete the following steps.: 1. Go to http://vhub.at/1RNIWNE 2. On the calendar, click on your event. 3. Click ‘Sign Up’ on right hand side 4. Create an account by filling out all the required information (you choose username and password, no restrictions) and then click next to fill out all required information 5. Click next to confirm account creation 6. Read liability release, click “I understand” and click next 7. You’re now registered for your event! Please keep in mind the following: -Volunteers are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the warehouse. -Wear weather-appropriate clothing as it is colder in winters and warmer in summers. -Please arrive on-time. You will be led by a Volunteer Leader and they will need adequate time to explain to you what will need to be done. |
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ROTARY IN CENTRAL AMERICA
Feb. 12, 2019
You will have the chance to hear about the success of our TOILETON: WASH in Schools project in El Salvador. Stephanie Palm Neves, Executive Director of Socially Conscious Coffee and an integral part of making the project happen, and Cindy Rold, Chair of our International Committee, will share pictures and comments about the project and its completion. Cindy will also share her very recent experience of going on a Rotary trip with the Guatemala Literacy Project (GLP), where they delivered textbooks and opened computer labs at various schools in Guatemala.
Stephanie Palm Neves is Executive Director and Founder of Socially Conscious Coffee® (SCC), a nonprofit organization that provides education, promotes sustainable prosperity, and fosters health in coffee producing communities. SCC was recognized at the United Nations for furthering the United Nations Millennium Development Goals.
Cindy Rold is an executive coach and speaker with Maverick Coaching & Speaking as well as The Marcus Buckingham Company. She coaches individuals around the world to strengthen their resilience so they can be more successful and fulfilled professionally and personally. |
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Feb. 13, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join your friends & colleagues, meet other young professionals, and enjoy an opportunity to unwind, network, and otherwise expand your professional contacts in a happy and casual setting. Sponsored by the Littleton Rotary Club, whose members represents a cross section of business and professional leaders, this event is planned with you in mind. Cash bar. |
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Feb. 14, 2019 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
As in years past, the Libby Bortz Center will have a Valentine's Dance for the residents complete with a live dance band. This will be held on Wednesday, February 14th at 2:00 pm in the main dining room. There will be about 45-50 residents in attendance, mostly women, and some will want to dance. Considering the shortage of resident male dance partners, here's where Littleton Rotary has been a big help. We're asking that several of our male members put on their dancing shoes and volunteer one hour of their time as dance partners for some of the residents. We also need some of our female members to volunteer as well since there are a few male residents who would love the chance to dance with someone new. Those that have done so in the past have really enjoyed the experience. Please sign up for this happy occasion and make someone's Valentine's celebration a memorable one. |
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Feb. 17, 2019 6:00 p.m. - Feb. 18, 2019 12:00 p.m.
Littleton Rotary volunteers will once again join forces to save and box up the floral displays at the conclusion of the 2019 Garden & Home Show. Those displays will then be distributed to Littleton area assisted living and nursing centers. Were it not for the Club's efforts, all those beautiful displays would be thrown out. Thanks to the vision of the Wheat Ridge Rotary Club several years ago, we would not have learned about this worthwhile effort to bring some Spring Sunshine to the residents of our area retirement/assisted living, and nursing care facilities. Please sign up to take part in this project. Volunteers will have an opportunity to gain free admission to the show after 2:00 PM on Sunday, the day the show closes. |
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HONEY BEES - OUR WODERFUL LITTLE FRIENDS
Feb. 19, 2019
Tom is a fourth generation Coloradan, growing up on 12 acres of land that his father, Dr. Charles Smedley, purchased after returning from WWII in 1947. Tom's parents named the land Sumac Hill Farm after their love for the Sumac trees they planted on the property. Tom currently resides at Sumac Hill Farm with his wife Marsha and daughter Lara. Twelve years ago, a friend got Tom started with a single honey bee hive. With his friend's mentoring, and many lessons learned, Tom grew to love and care for these wonderful little creatures that are so important to our eco-system. |
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Feb. 25, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Become a volunteer and help the Littleton Rotary Club as we provide an hour of games and fun activities to the residents of the Libby Bortz Assisted Living Center. This project, started by the Littleton Rotary Club's Evening Meeting group, welcomes volunteers to join with them in this happy, hour-long activity. |
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PROJECT C.U.R.E. - UPDATE ON PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
Feb. 26, 2019
Julie Kreutz King is committed to the well-being of all children. As the Director of Kit Programs at Project C.U.R.E., she is able to pursue her passion with community perspective. She is effective in multi-cultural settings, non-profit surroundings, education, legislative affairs and therapeutic settings. As a 4th generation Colorado native she is a product of Cherry Creek schools. Upon graduating from Colorado State University, Julie’s career began as an elementary school teacher in the same district. After several years she and her husband moved to Santa Barbara, CA where she obtained her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. Julie became the Counseling Coordinator for Girls Inc. and was a positive role model for girls offering encouragement, promoting challenges and support as they shared their own life experiences. Most recently she worked for a local organization managing all fundraising events to raise money for pediatric cancer research.
Julie has held a board position with the AOV at The Children’s Hospital Colorado and continues to volunteer with the Gabby Krause Foundation delivering Bags of Fun. As an active court appointed special advocate with Advocates for Children, she feels strongly in speaking for the best interests of abused and neglected children. Some of her other volunteer experiences have included a PTO board position, Arapahoe House, Safehouse, Denver Southeast Rotary and numerous political campaigns.
Julie will be managing C.U.R.E.’s Kits for Kids, C.U.R.E. Kits, Maternal Infant Kits and performing community outreach within the Greater Denver area. She has a mission to significantly increase the delivery of medical and hygiene supplies to children and their families in developing countries. Project C.U.R.E. is excited to have her on board as she advances the Kits for Kids and C.U.R.E. Kit programs nationwide and continues to engage in the community. Julie lives nearby with her husband, 2 sons and their Goldendoodle. |
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Mar. 03, 2019 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
TOPGOLF ROTARY SOCIAL EVENT SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2019 2-5 pm Join us for a little friendly competition, food and socializing at our next great event. Fun for all skill levels. Players hit micro-chipped golf balls that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. Rain or shine. Climate controlled hitting bays. It’s competitive. It’s fun! We will be served a delicious Fajita Fiesta! Chicken and Beef Fajitas with Peppers, Cilantro Savory Rice, Chipotle Braised Black Beans Chips & House Salsa, Flour tortillas, pico de gallo, sour cream & shredded cheese, Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites, Fountain Soda, Iced Tea, Coffee and water. $30/person price includes golf, food and non-alcoholic beverages.Alcoholic beverages may be purchased on an individual consumption tab. Rsvp Deadline: Friday, Feb 22 |
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CLASSIFICATION TALKS
Mar. 05, 2019
Always one of the most enjoyable and informative programs at Littleton Rotary, Classification Talks are short, 8-10 minute talks by newer members that tell their stories. Club members learn much about their newest friends and fellow Rotarians, including where they grew up, their education, careers, families, interests, and much more. All club members are encouraged to attend and make welcome these great additions to our Rotary Family. |
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Mar. 11, 2019 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the 2nd Monday evening of the month, Littleton Rotary members and friends volunteer to spend time helping Project C.U.R.E. in sorting donated medical supplies and equipment. Our help in this effort are critical to Project C.U.R.E.'s ability to inventory and catalog the hundreds of items they receive weekly. Be sure and sign up for this hands-on work. Volunteers will be helped with this work by experienced Project C.U.R.E. staff who can identify the various items being sorted. Please use the online registration tool to register for this event. Minimum age to volunteer is 14 (under 18 requires parent/legal guardian signed consent). To volunteer at Project C.U.R.E., please complete the following steps.: 1. Go to http://vhub.at/1RNIWNE 2. On the calendar, click on your event. 3. Click ‘Sign Up’ on right hand side 4. Create an account by filling out all the required information (you choose username and password, no restrictions) and then click next to fill out all required information 5. Click next to confirm account creation 6. Read liability release, click “I understand” and click next 7. You’re now registered for your event! Please keep in mind the following: -Volunteers are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the warehouse. -Wear weather-appropriate clothing as it is colder in winters and warmer in summers. -Please arrive on-time. You will be led by a Volunteer Leader and they will need adequate time to explain to you what will need to be done. |
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GOLF 4 THE DISABLED
Mar. 12, 2019
Golf 4 The Disabled is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the Denver Metro area with the mission of improving the lives of people with disabilities through the game of Adaptive golf. We are entering our 30th year of providing golf activity for the disabled community, including veterans, PTSD, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, neurological conditions, amputees and others. Our volunteer Board of Directors is comprised of business professionals, health care professional’s, educators, and a disabled veteran. Each year, we offer student lessons, a student tournament and a fundraising golf tournament. Our lessons are taught by a local golf pro to enable individuals with both new and long term disabling conditions to learn basic golf fundamentals, adaptive techniques, social skills and establish new friendships and confidence. Many of our students are discovering the benefits of golf for the first time. Others are eager to return to playing golf after disease, injury or illness.
In the past year, we have worked diligently to increase our veteran participation. As we all know, our disabled veteran population has an immense need for quality programs. We already have several veterans who are eagerly anticipating our 2019 lesson. |
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Mar. 13, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join your friends & colleagues, meet other young professionals, and enjoy an opportunity to unwind, network, and otherwise expand your professional contacts in a happy and casual setting. Sponsored by the Littleton Rotary Club, whose members represents a cross section of business and professional leaders, this event is planned with you in mind. Cash bar. |
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Mar. 15, 2019 1:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The next meeting of the Rotary Women's Book Club will be Friday, March 15th at Belinda (B) Bianchi's home (6601 S Upham St, Littleton, CO 80123) at 1:30 pm. The book we are discussing is The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. Rachel takes the same commuter train every monring. One day, at a stop on a cozy stretch of suburban homes, she sees something shocking which she reports to the Police. Rachel becomes inextricably entwined in what happens next. Sounds like a good mystery. This group is open to all women Rotarians and Rotary partners. We will be meeting every other month in the afternoon on the thrid Friday. The host will pick the book for the month. So come; bring a dessert or drink to share; or just come. Hope to see you there. To all our men members, please let your spouse know about our new group and invite them to join us.
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COMBINED NOON AND EVENING MEETING CELEBRATION DINNER AND PRESENTATION
Mar. 19, 2019 6:00 p.m.
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Mar. 19, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
To honor and thank all who have made the growth of the Littleton Rotary Foundation possible, the Foundation is hosting a combined luncheon & evening member Celebration Dinner and Presentation on: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Littleton Rotary members and one guest are invited to attend this special event at no cost. The Celebration will begin with a Cocktail Reception “Cash Only” (No Credit Cards) Open Bar, followed by dinner. Dinner Buffet Menu will include: Fruit and Cheese Assortment
Caesar Salad, Truffle Risotto
Red Wine Chicken, Cedar Plank Salmon and Asparagus
Lemon Cake with Berries and Raspberry Sauce
Double Chocolate Cake with Strawberry and Carmel Sauce
Iced Tea, Coffee and water
R.s.v.p.: Not later than 5:00 PM, Friday, March 15th |
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Mar. 22, 2019 - May 17, 2019
We need four (4) happy volunteers to Pack grocery bags for students at Littleton Public School's Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education (formerly named Centennial Elementary). Littleton Rotary, in partnership with the school, is focusing on the needs of students whose families are struggling to provide sufficient food for their children, especially over weekends when they don't receive school supplied lunches. At 9 AM, volunteers gather at Centennial Lutheran Church to pack bags of groceries containing enough food for six meals including fresh fruit and milk. In just one hour’s time, all bags are packed and ready to be delivered to Centennial Academy. Our current packing schedule includes most Fridays with some Wednesday and Thursday opportunities. |
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Mar. 25, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Become a volunteer and help the Littleton Rotary Club as we provide an hour of games and fun activities to the residents of the Libby Bortz Assisted Living Center. This project, started by the Littleton Rotary Club's Evening Meeting group, welcomes volunteers to join with them in this happy, hour-long activity. |
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JIMINY WICKET AND THE POWER OF PLAY
Mar. 26, 2019
Jiminy wicket shows how the most age-friendly, gender-neutral and inclusive game creates connection and well-being across the generations. |
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GOLF 4 THE DISABLED
Apr. 02, 2019
Golf 4 The Disabled is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the Denver Metro area with the mission of improving the lives of people with disabilities through the game of Adaptive golf. We are entering our 30th year of providing golf activity for the disabled community, including veterans, PTSD, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, neurological conditions, amputees and others. Our volunteer Board of Directors is comprised of business professionals, health care professional’s, educators, and a disabled veteran. Each year, we offer student lessons, a student tournament and a fundraising golf tournament. Our lessons are taught by a local golf pro to enable individuals with both new and long term disabling conditions to learn basic golf fundamentals, adaptive techniques, social skills and establish new friendships and confidence. Many of our students are discovering the benefits of golf for the first time. Others are eager to return to playing golf after disease, injury or illness.
In the past year, we have worked diligently to increase our veteran participation. As we all know, our disabled veteran population has an immense need for quality programs. We already have several veterans who are eagerly anticipating our 2019 lesson. |
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HIDE IN PLAIN SIGHT
Apr. 02, 2019
Following a 15 year career with IBM in a marketing office in upstate NY, Joe had a 20 year career in the non-profit sector managing foundations and development offices.
In 2015 Joe founded Hide In Plain Sight to follow his passion to help homeless students overcome their adversity and provide opportunities for post secondary education, which in turn, will make these students competitive in the job market, gainfully employed and break their cycle of homelessness. |
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Apr. 08, 2019 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the 2nd Monday evening of the month, Littleton Rotary members and friends volunteer to spend time helping Project C.U.R.E. in sorting donated medical supplies and equipment. Our help in this effort are critical to Project C.U.R.E.'s ability to inventory and catalog the hundreds of items they receive weekly. Be sure and sign up for this hands-on work. Volunteers will be helped with this work by experienced Project C.U.R.E. staff who can identify the various items being sorted. Please use the online registration tool to register for this event. Minimum age to volunteer is 14 (under 18 requires parent/legal guardian signed consent). To volunteer at Project C.U.R.E., please complete the following steps.: 1. Go to http://vhub.at/1RNIWNE 2. On the calendar, click on your event. 3. Click ‘Sign Up’ on right hand side 4. Create an account by filling out all the required information (you choose username and password, no restrictions) and then click next to fill out all required information 5. Click next to confirm account creation 6. Read liability release, click “I understand” and click next 7. You’re now registered for your event! Please keep in mind the following: -Volunteers are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the warehouse. -Wear weather-appropriate clothing as it is colder in winters and warmer in summers. -Please arrive on-time. You will be led by a Volunteer Leader and they will need adequate time to explain to you what will need to be done. |
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THE POLITICS OF POLITICS
Apr. 09, 2019
Marshall Zelinger is an investigative political reporter for 9NEWS and Next with Kyle Clark. What is an investigative political reporter? He got to make up his own title. It means he asks the tough questions you're probably thinking about at home, while making politics easy to understand. If it's something that can be demonstrated, he'll do it. If it's something complicated, he'll figure out a way to make you understand as though you're in a grade school classroom. An Aurora native, Marshall went to Smoky Hill High School and University of Colorado - Boulder. He has worked at 9NEWS since January 2017. Before that, he spent seven years at Denver7. He's also worked as a reporter in Colorado Springs and Chico, California. Marshall is not a humblebrag. If he was, he would tell you he was lucky to be part of a team honored with a George Foster Peabody Award for "Investigating The Fire," a 30-minute documentary into a deadly fire set by the Colorado State Forest Service in 2012. He would also tell you about his nine Emmy Awards, including six for his demonstrative live reporting. Or his three national Walter Cronkite Awards for Excellence for his political investigative reporting and truth testing. He might even mention the two Colorado laws that changed because of his reporting. Since he's not a humblebrag, Marshall fills his time running long distances, eating copious amounts of cereal and entertaining his almost 15-year-old dachshund named Kosher.
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Apr. 10, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join your friends & colleagues, meet other young professionals, and enjoy an opportunity to unwind, network, and otherwise expand your professional contacts in a happy and casual setting. Sponsored by the Littleton Rotary Club, whose members represents a cross section of business and professional leaders, this event is planned with you in mind. Cash bar. |
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Apr. 13, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
It's Rotary Fellowship Dinner evening once again. We are planning small group dinners in the homes of Rotarians. This will be a great way to get to know other members and share some time with Rotarians and their partners from both the evening and the noon meetings. Ideally the groups will be 8 people, but could be from 6-10. Singles are most welcome! The host Rotarian will prepare the main dish. The guests will bring appetizers, side dishes, salad, or dessert... and BYOB. You will be notified by Wednesday, April 10th of where you will be going, with directions, what you should bring, and any other vital info. When you sign up, in the comment space please let us know if you would like to host and if you have any serious food allergies . It will be a fun evening. We expect to see you all for this special event! REGISTRATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, APRIL 9TH AT 5:00 PM |
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ROTARY IN CENTRAL AMERICA
Apr. 16, 2019
You will have the chance to hear about the success of our TOILETON: WASH in Schools project in El Salvador. Cindy Rold, Chair of our International Committee, will share pictures and comments about the project and its completion. Cindy will also share her very recent experience of going on a Rotary trip with the Guatemala Literacy Project (GLP), where they delivered textbooks and opened computer labs at various schools in Guatemala.
If possible, Stephanie Palm Neves, who has played a big part in the TOILETON: WASH project, will attend as well. Stephanie is Executive Director and Founder of Socially Conscious Coffee® (SCC), a nonprofit organization that provides education, promotes sustainable prosperity, and fosters health in coffee producing communities. SCC was recognized at the United Nations for furthering the United Nations Millennium Development Goals.
Cindy Rold is an executive coach and speaker with Maverick Coaching & Speaking as well as The Marcus Buckingham Company. She coaches individuals around the world to strengthen their resilience so they can be more successful and fulfilled professionally and personally. |
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SCHOOL SHOOTINGS - JEFFERSON COUNTY AND BEYOND
Apr. 16, 2019
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Apr. 22, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Become a volunteer and help the Littleton Rotary Club as we provide an hour of games and fun activities to the residents of the Libby Bortz Assisted Living Center. This project, started by the Littleton Rotary Club's Evening Meeting group, welcomes volunteers to join with them in this happy, hour-long activity. |
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SPEAKER SURVEY AND FEEDBACK
Apr. 23, 2019
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COLORADO ROCKIES UPDATE
Apr. 30, 2019
Patrick, a third-generation Colorado native, is a Rockies reporter for The Denver Post. He first covered the team from 2005-2009, helping chronicle “Rocktober” in 2007 and also following the team’s playoff run in 2009. For two years, Saunders worked as The Post’s online sports editor. He joined The Post in 1998 as a Broncos beat writer, covering the Broncos’ run to their second straight Super Bowl title. Saunders has won numerous writing awards, but is most proud of the series he did on the difficulties that pro athletes face when battling mental illness. The series won numerous national awards, including the 2003 Dick Schaap Excellence in Sports Journalism Award presented by Northeastern University’s Center for the Study of Sport in Society.
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THE COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER
May 07, 2019
Mike “Coop” Cooperstein has been working in the mountains for the last 20 years. He began his snow career when he was 18 years old, as a ski patroller at Snowshoe in West Virginia. He soon moved to Bozeman, Montana, where he finished his undergraduate degree in Biology. He worked at the Yellowstone Club for 11 seasons as the assistant Snow Safety and Assistant Ski Patrol Director. In 2008, he completed his master’s degree in Earth Sciences from Montana State University with a thesis on the “Effects of Slope Aspect on the Formation of Surface Hoar and Diurnally Recrystalized Near-Surface Faceted Crystals.” For the last 6 years, Coop has guided around the world for Andes Mountain Guides.
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May 08, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join your friends & colleagues, meet other young professionals, and enjoy an opportunity to unwind, network, and otherwise expand your professional contacts in a happy and casual setting. Sponsored by the Littleton Rotary Club, whose members represents a cross section of business and professional leaders, this event is planned with you in mind. Cash bar. |
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May 11, 2019 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Our Club, with its long history of helping needy howmowners through the Hands Across Littleton event, is now partnering with TLC Meals on Wheels to help out with springtime yard work for many of their clients. Work will be limited to general yard cleanup; cleaning out garden bed, picking up lawn debris, and raking leaves. Their clients are older and often disabled people who really need this service. All that's needed is our willing hands and a half-day of easy work. Like with Hands Across Littleton, a box lunch will be provided at the conclusion of the work. Get involved and be a part of this worthwhile Rotary activity. IMPORTANT: DOWNLOAD, PRINT, AND SIGN MEALS ON WHEELS ACTIVITY WAIVER AND BRING TO EVENT. |
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May 13, 2019 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
On the 2nd Monday evening of the month, Littleton Rotary members and friends volunteer to spend time helping Project C.U.R.E. in sorting donated medical supplies and equipment. Our help in this effort are critical to Project C.U.R.E.'s ability to inventory and catalog the hundreds of items they receive weekly. Be sure and sign up for this hands-on work. Volunteers will be helped with this work by experienced Project C.U.R.E. staff who can identify the various items being sorted. Please use the online registration tool to register for this event. Minimum age to volunteer is 14 (under 18 requires parent/legal guardian signed consent). To volunteer at Project C.U.R.E., please complete the following steps.: 1. Go to http://vhub.at/1RNIWNE 2. On the calendar, click on your event. 3. Click ‘Sign Up’ on right hand side 4. Create an account by filling out all the required information (you choose username and password, no restrictions) and then click next to fill out all required information 5. Click next to confirm account creation 6. Read liability release, click “I understand” and click next 7. You’re now registered for your event! Please keep in mind the following: -Volunteers are required to wear closed-toe shoes in the warehouse. -Wear weather-appropriate clothing as it is colder in winters and warmer in summers. -Please arrive on-time. You will be led by a Volunteer Leader and they will need adequate time to explain to you what will need to be done. |
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THE CENTRAL 70 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
May 14, 2019
Brenda supports the CDOT Central 70 team with strategic communications, event planning and implementation, media communications and community and elected official outreach, responding to various community and stakeholder issues, internal outreach and educating stakeholders on the purpose and vision of this long-term project. This high-profile, $1.2 billion project to improve the I-70 corridor through central Denver between I-25 and Chambers Road, involves extensive outreach with local leaders and community members. |
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May 17, 2019 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Rotary Women's Book Club will be meeting Friday, May 17th at Susan Sotack's home (7934 W Friend Dr. Littleton, CO 80128) at 1:30 pm. The book we are discussing is The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. This is a story about a desperate family that seeks a new beginning in the near-isolated wilderness of Alaska only to find that their unpredictable environment is less threatening than the erratic behavior found in human nature. Kristin Hannah has created characters that are believable and realistically populate her vision of a child caught between a parent she loves and cannot abandon and a parent who claims to love her. The Great Alone is a daring, beautiful, stay-up-all-night story about love and loss, the fight for survival, and the wildness that lives in both man and nature. This group is open to all Rotarians and Rotary partners. We will be meeting every other month in the afternoon on the third Friday. The host will pick the book for the month. So come; bring a dessert or drink to share; or just come. Hope to see you there. To all our men members, please let your spouse know about our group and invite them to join us. |
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May 18, 2019 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT and/or POTLUCK Saturday, May 18th, at The Sotack’s You will be divided into teams upon your arrival and given an instruction packet. You will then “Hit the Road” and drive and walk to various locations in Littleton, where you will take a creative photo of your team at designated sites.
Please bring an appetizer, main dish, side dish or dessert to share. Drinks will be provided. Dean will be smoking a Rotary Brisket on the Traeger.
Please join us at any time for the Potluck only, option.
Arrival and Instructions: 4:00 PM Scavenger Hunt: 4:30-6:30 PM Potluck: 6:30 PM Location: 7934 W Friend Dr., Littleton CO, 80128
RSVP by Tuesday, May 14, 2019, 5:00 PM |
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DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT EXPANSION AND CONSTRUCTION
May 21, 2019
Stacey Stegman is Senior Vice President of Communications, Marketing, and Customer Service at Denver International Airport. She oversees all functions of DIA’s Communications and Marketing office including media relations, marketing, social media, website development and internal communication resources. She will talk about the current expansion and construction project at the airport including goals, timelines, and customer impact. |
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SCHOOL SHOOTINGS - JEFFERSON COUNTY AND BEYOND
May 21, 2019
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CLASSIFICATION TALK
May 28, 2019
Always one of the most enjoyable and informative programs at Littleton Rotary, Classification Talks are short, 10 minute talks by newer members that tell their stories. Club members learn much about their newest friends and fellow Rotarians, including where they grew up, their education, careers, families, interests, and much more. All club members are encouraged to attend and make welcome this great addition to our Rotary Family. |
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