The Rotary Club of Beaumont, TX, is a large and diverse fellowship of inspired business, professional, and civic leaders with significant community connections that foster the ideals of Service Above Self and high ethical standards.
This week's meeting will not be held at the Elegante.
If you signed up for Rotary Goes to Work, please arrive at that place of business in lieu of our regularly scheduled meeting. We look forward to Rotary Goes to Work!
If you haven't signed up, you may call the office (409) 842-1913 to see availability.
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February
20
"Show Your Colors" Flag Project for Presidents Day
22
New Member Orientation; MCM Elegante, 10:30 a.m.; Rotary Office STE 213
23
Rotary After Hours- Madison's 5:30-7:00
28
Board of Directors Meeting; 11:30 a.m.; MCM Elegante- Fountainview Room
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BOARD ACTION
Board Secretary Arne Almquist reported changes to membership.
One new membership proposals were approved:
Richard, Landon, Community Development Specialist, MCT Credit Union
Proposed by Ellen Zimmerman
Classification: “Credit Union- Community Development”
The Board of Directors meets monthly and the meetings are open to all members. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 28. If you would like to attend the lunch meeting, please make a reservation in advance with the Executive Director.
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Paul Harris Fellows Awarded
District Governor Demetress Harrell presented Cindy Cherry with a Paul Harris Society and recognized her as a Major Donor.
District Governor Demetress Harrell also presented Wes Shipley with a Paul Harris Pin with 3 rubies.
The members of this club recognized both of their efforts and contributions to the Rotary Foundation. The symbolism in this recognition is to say thank you for making a difference in your club and community and in the lives of less fortunate people in the world.
Congratulations!
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CONGRATULATIONS TO ROTARY UNIVERSITY GRADUATES!
At the meeting on February 8, 2023, Jay Wilson was pleased to "graduate" four members from Rotary University with a Bachelor of Rotary Science degree.
Congratulations to Ronnie Ramirez, Troy Bolser, Joey Kressman, and Julie Strassburger.
If you are not aware, you should know even long-time Rotarians can earn advanced degrees. Who is the next Master of Rotary Science or Ph.D. degree candidate?
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"Show Your Colors" Flag Project: February 20, 2023 Delivery
Our flag subscribers are appreciative of the effort and patriotism shown through the "Show Your Colors" flag project.
If you are already a member of the Flag Team, you are reminded that our flag delivery day will be on February 20, which is recognized as Presidents Day.
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ROTARY AFTER HOURS
RAH will be held February 23, 2023 at Madison's at 5:30-7:00 P.M. Come enjoy a wonderful evening, prepared by Amanda Ellis and the Rotary After Hours committee! We will have a Mardi Gras themed hat and mask contest. Tickets to vote will be $1.
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BINGO CHALLENGE
Have you submitted a membership proposal form? Do you know someone who wants to join Rotary? Let's get them involved!
Also, thank you to our sponsors!
Click HERE for a proposal form and email it to admin@beaumontrotaryclub.org or call the office (409) 842-1913.
Demetress Harrell is the current district governor for district 5910, which includes 41 clubs. Throughout her speech, Demetress acknowledged the work of our local club and the leaders of our club though out the years. Members who were recognized for their tireless work in spreading the goodwill of Rotary include Joanne Brown, Chuck and Becky Mason, and Roger McCabe. Furthermore, members who were recognized as major donors to the Rotary Foundation include Ted Moore, Arne Almquist, Cindy Cherry, Roger and Sharon McCabe and Chuck and Becky Mason. Finally, Mrs. Harrell, challenged us as a club to engage more Rotarians in the work that Rotary does including eliminating polio, protection of the environment, prevention and conflict resolution, and encouraging freedom and peace. Thank you to Demetress Harrell for her lively presentation.
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