Sandy Novotny, manager of the Elizabeth Guild and Lizzie’s Boutique, will speak at the Rotary Club of Estes Park at the noon Rotary meeting on Thursday, January 22nd. She will provide an overview and update of the growth and success of these important community charitable organizations.
The Elizabeth Guild was named in memory of the wife of Roger Knutsson, who was a large contributor to the Hospital District in 1973. Since then, the Guild has raised over $3 million for the Estes Park Medical Center. Lizzie’s Boutique, opened in 2004, likewise supports the Medical Center. In addition, contributions of excess goods aid the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado. All items sold in both stores are donated by the public or area vendors.
Novotny moved to Estes Park in 2005 from Nebraska with a track record as a fitness trainer and boutique manager. She has creatively presided over both volunteers and limited space to assure the continued success of this well loved Estes Valley community asset.
Chili chefs and servers Bob, Earl Ken and Bob made Duck Race marketing possible. Chili was SO good it was gone by 2 p.m.
Many club members, including Phil and Tara, volunteered on Saturday, Sunday and/or Monday to make Winterfest a success.
Pete, in full Duck Race regalia.
Lucky made an appearance and posed with kids at the photo booth.
Lucky is one LOVED mascot!
President Brad refereed the popular snowball fight.
Chuck and Sandy made sure the train ride passengers were safe.
Scott and Jack oversaw food and drink - courtesy of Poppy's.
Bundled up behind the food table. They knew where the heater was!.
Duck Race marketing in the snow.
Pete coordinated the day's volunteers.
Ice skating for free drew many to the outdoor event.
Jan. 15 Meeting Highlights
The meeting opened with the Invocation by Madison Casey, followed by Song and Pledge by Dick Broman. Jack Overly led guest introductions.There were no visiting Rotarians. Kerrie Hill introduced Deeanna Windyka, Nursing Home Administrator at Prospect Park Living Center. Deeanna will be applying for Rotary membership. Susan Fereday introduced her daughter, Petra Stark. Trudy Collar is visiting as a guest of sister Dana Fritz.
Happy Money
Dana thanked everyone who helped with the Christmas Party.
Ward Nelson thanked the Winterfest Organizers: Pete Sinnott, Thor Homme, Jack Overly and Chuck Bonza for a job well done in a very short time period. We will exceed our volunteer commitments due to the efforts of all the volunteers.
Rob Ludlum is happy to be able to attend club meetings.
Randy Skeie announced a fourth great grand child.
Estella thanked everyone for her Christmas gift.
John Ericson commented on Winterfest and praised the feat of Estes Park mountaineer Tommy Caldwell on the face of El Capitan in Yosemite Park.
Blue Badge Presentation Scott Taylor was presented with his Blue Badge by President Brad. Scott then presented his bio to the club.
Raffle
The winner was Thor Homme. Dave Evans announced that spaces for the Super Bowl raffle will be sold during the next two club meetings.
Announcements Chuck Bonza gave a status of volunteer activities for Winterfest. President Brad thanked Chuck for coordinating volunteers.
Program
Scott Thompson introduced the program speaker, David Batey for a presentation on the town broadband status.
President Brad dismissed the group with the 4-Way Test.
Looking for ways to get involved?? The Duck Race Merchant Prize Committee could use your help. It’s rewarding to know that in this small way you’re giving back to the Estes Park community. It’s not hard work, and it won’t take much of your time. We have the information you’ll need to connect with the merchants that are ready to give. If you have a little time to get involved, please call Debbie Delaney 970-577-0750 x 1601. Thanks in advance for your help!
Meet Lucky
After reviewing more than 80 suggestions, the Estes Park Duck Race Committee has renamed the mascot, who will henceforth be known as Lucky.
“Suggestions poured in throughout December, both in the library ballot box and to our email address,” Big Duck Ken TeSelle said. “Thanks to all who entered for their creative ideas. It was tough to choose one from among many great suggestions.”
The campaign to rename the mascot invited the community’s help. The mascot’s former name, Quiltin T. Canvasback, was about 10 years old and has proved to be a tongue twister for the mascot’s young fans. According to the person who has donned the mascot costume for the past few years, many people shout “Lucky” when they see their feathered friend on race day. The Duck Race Committee recognized the following residents for suggesting Lucky’s new name: Sherry Louk, Susie Parker, Karen Thompson and Marsha Yelick.
"In this Rotary year, I ask all of you to:...Share your Rotary stories. Tell them to your friends, on social media, and through Rotary.org. Our Rotary stories are what inspire us, and what encourage others to join us; they help light up our service, as we work to Light Up Rotary."."
- Gary C.K. Huang , 2014-15 Rotary International President
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Jack Endacott
January 22
Anniversaries
Bryon Holmes
Debbie
January 6
Join Date
Bryon Holmes
January 1, 2003
12 years
John MacDade
January 1, 1984
31 years
Ward Nelson
January 7, 2010
5 years
Bill Smith
January 8, 1987
28 years
Bruce Brown
January 8, 2004
11 years
Wayne Newsom
January 10, 1980
35 years
Kerrie Hill
January 14, 1999
16 years
Pete Sumey
January 14, 2004
11 years
Linda Tippett
January 16, 2014
1 year
Gene Oja
January 19, 1989
26 years
Jeff Liddle
January 24, 2013
2 years
Rick Taylor
January 24, 2013
2 years
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Rita DuChateau
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