No stranger to Rotary, we are delighted to bring back Chris Hebert to share information that is tremendously insightful and important to the Gulf coast area.
Chris will escort Rotarians on a journey to take a brief look back at what happened last season and then move on to what can be expected this year. He will give a preview of a new tool meteorologists will use for the 2017 hurricane and tropical storm season. Be the first to know in Beaumont; be at Rotary!
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Head Table for May 3
Invocation:
Jim Baxter
RCIA Director
St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church
Pledges to USA & Texas Flags:
Kathleen Alsup
Environmental Consultant
RSJ Consulting, LLC
Introduction of Guests:
Stephanie Shoemaker
Accounting Manager
Mason Construction, Ltd.
Rotarian of the Day:
Dan Jeans
Executive Director
H.O.W. Center
Introduction of Speaker:
Vernon Pierce
Vice President - Customer Service
Entergy Texas, Inc.
Would you like to take part in the weekly meetings in a more active role? Don't wait to be asked. Volunteer for one of the weekly assignments! Choose your role and a date that is convenient. Contact Mark Davis at 409-842-3600 or markdavis@mcmelegante.com.
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CALENDAR OF ROTARY EVENTS
(and opportunities for meeting makeups)
May 2
Rotary After Hours, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant, Crossroads Center, 4414 Dowlen Road
May 6-7
Spindletop Rotary Derby Pit Crew; volunteer online (see article below)
May 29
"Show Your Colors" Flag distribution for Memorial Day
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It's a Cinco de Mayo Celebration!
Tuesday,
May 2, 2017
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
at Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in the Crossroads Center on Dowlen Road
Hosted by Jamie Pope, Deborah Drago,
and Mellie Bevilacqua
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Time for Some Grillin' and Fun!
The Spindletop Soap Box Derby is this weekend, May 6 and 7. Rob Glassey is chairing the Club's participation in the "Pit Crew" which is charged with serving breakfast and lunch for workers at the event. He has a number of volunteers signed up and is counting on you if you are one of those on the list. If you did not sign up, feel free to come out and help when you are able. There is plenty to do and more volunteers are always welcome!
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LOOK WHAT'S AHEAD!
OnMay 10, we will enjoy a presentation by Dr.
Ken Evans, President of Lamar University and fellow Rotarian, about the great things that have happened at our University this academic year and what is still ahead!
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is on
Rotarian
Henry Venta
Dr. Henry Venta was honored by Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society as Business Dean of the Year on April 23, 2017.
Henry has been a member of the Rotary Club of Beaumont since 2002. He currently sits on the Strategic Planning Committee and shares his expertise with that group as they develop the future direction of the Club.
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Gary Coker
May 3
Bel Morian
May 5
Joe J. Fisher
May 8
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FAMILY OF ROTARY
We send wishes for a quick recovery to our friends and fellow Rotarians who have been ill, had or are facing surgery, or just need our thoughts and prayers.
We hope you are better soon!
Denise Berry
Joshua Taub
To add your name or another Rotarian to this list of well-wishes, please email: admin@beaumontrotaryclub.org.
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PROGRAM REVIEW
April 26, 2017
"Recognizing and Celebrating
Youth Programs & Projects"
by Bobbie Applegate
Jim Baxter began the Program today with presentations by Kelly and West Brook High School Interact Clubs. Both clubs had busy service years with a variety of projects that benefited many local charities as well as one international project completed by each school. The Interact Clubs presented the overview of the year through Powerpoint presentations of events and members working together.
Two new Interact clubs were introduced to members today. Central High School was presented a charter for their new club with Rotary members Cindy Cherry, Bridget Johnson and Kathy Bachelot serving as sponsors.
Ozen High School was also presented a charter for their club, with Rotarians Karyn Hawkins Husbands and Sean Perrodin serving as sponsors.
Youth Service Above Self Awards were announced by Randy Shelton. President Ted Moor presented a certificate for the achievement to:
Christian Guillory (Kelly High School) nominated by Roger Bemis
Stefany Rico (Kelly High School) nominated by Gigi Mazolla
Parsa Safa (Kelly High School) nominated by Craig Escamilla
Jahniqua Berry (Ozen High School) nominated by Randy Shelton
Kearra Ieans (Ozen High School) nominated by Randy Shelton
Esmeralda Allen (West Brook High School) nominated by Lynn Castle
Emily Nguyen (West Brook High School) nominated by Pat Calhoun
Peyton Parchmont (West Brook High School) nominated by Pat Calhoun
Sarah Schilberg (West Brook High School) nominated by Pat Calhoun
The Rotary Scholarship will be awarded to two students from among 42 applicants. These were announced by Chair Allen Lea, and the students accepted, with eloquent remarks.
Lillie Shelton from Ozen High School. Lillie will be attending Johns Hopkins University.
Syed Bassam from West Brook High School. Syed will be attending University of Texas at Austin.
What a great day to showcase what Beaumont’s youth are offering the future! Congratulations to all.
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