Out of an abundance of caution and in light of current world circumstances, we will be canceling our Rotary club meeting this Thursday, March 19th.
We will assess on a week-by-week basis the Coronavirus climate in our area and recommendations by those in authority. We will notify you via The Spoke of additional weekly meeting cancellations as/if necessary. So, it is very important that if you do not receive the Spoke, please contact Club Secretary Rita DuChateau (raduchateau@gmail.com) to make sure you are getting these very important updates.
If you are leading major club functions or activities in the next few weeks, I request that you reach out to me, and we can discuss the possibility of postponement or cancellation of these events.
As much as I will miss gathering with each of you this Thursday, I’d rather be confident that you are all healthy and happy, so that we have many more club meetings together in our future.
If you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out to either myself or Rita, our club Secretary.
Warmly -
Doug Mann, Club President
Posted by Rita DuChateau
March 12 meeting notes
Former Club President Scott Thompson called the meeting to order at noon, noting that he was not Doug Mann, who is away on business. Scott thanked all in attendance for making the decision to be there and assured them that the club is monitoring Coronavirus developments. More information will be shared in the near future. He recognized Jim Scritchfield as today’s greeter and thanked all for avoiding handshakes. Scott reminded club members that the Friendship Card would make a lovely birthday gift for Bruce Brown, whose big day is Saturday, or for any other special occasion. He congratulated Madison Casey and Lee Lasson for being club members for 14 and 17 years, respectively. He said Sue Fereday’s husband is recovering from heart surgery and asked us to keep them in our thoughts. Anne Slack shared that Jack is back at MCR, which is on Coronavirus lockdown. This is a hardship for Mary, as she cannot visit.
For the Invocation, Lee Lasson read Al Wasson’s prayer. Madison Casey led the club in singing “God Bless America.” Wayne Newsom introduced guests, including Bob Fulton, Jennifer Comstock’s guest and possible new member; and Hulda and Jim Bachman, guests of Jay Harroff. Scott drew much laughter with his recitation of “10 Things About Getting Old” and “The Senility Prayer.”
Happy Money
Anne Slack is happy that the Caucus is over.
Scott is happy that Wayne Newsom is back from a vacation.
Wayne Newsom is happy that Scott is happy.
Gregg Jurgens is happy that he doesn’t have Coronavirus.
Jennifer Comstock is happy that husband Matt is recovering from an elbow injury caused by an unruly dog.
Anne Slack is happy that Hulda Bachman is going to present the program.
Announcements
Karen Thompson announced a Duck Race meeting on March 26 at 5 p.m. to which all are invited. It will be the Grand Opening of Duck Central and will feature pizza and a proclamation.
Gregg Jurgens asked for everyone’s help in sorting ducks at the club's storage shed following the March 26 meeting.
Madison reminded us that the Foundation Board will meet March 19 at Quality Inn, right after our Rotary meeting.
Program Jay Harroff introduced today's speaker Hulda Bachman, longtime family friend and Jane’s golf partner. As residents of Estes Park since 2002, Hulda and Jim are well-known to many. Hulda’s book, Perils and Pearls, was the subject of a fascinating program on her years in a Japanese prisoner of war camp.
Adjournment Scott adjourned the meeting at 12:47 with the recitation of the Four-Way Test.
Rita DuChateau, scribe, and Jon Thompson, photographer.
Friendship Card will save you $$$$
Estes Park’s $10 local discount card is now available for purchase at the following locations: Estes Park Visitor Center, MacDonald Book Shop, Nicky’s Steak and Seafood House, Quality Inn, Safeway (Guest Services), Rocky Mountain Gateway and The Village Store at National Park Village. Or, buy your Friendship Card at the next Rotary meeting when you check in.
The Friendship Card will be valid at more than 70 local businesses, who offer discounts on food and drink, shopping, entertainment, and services. Friendship Card holders will need to show their card at the business to receive the discount. Certain restrictions may apply. Participating merchants will be listed on the Friendship Card’s Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/EPFriendshipCard/. Printed brochures will be available at locations selling the card, and participating merchants will display the Friendship Card window decal. The 2020 card will be valid through December 31, 2020.
The Friendship Card is brought to you by our Rotary Club. Net proceeds from the sale of the card are used to support the club’s many charitable projects, including but not limited to scholarships and community grants. The Rotary Club of Estes Park would like to thank the many participating merchants, as this fundraising project would not be possible without each one of them. Questions? Contact Karen Thompson at epfriendshipcard@gmail.com.
Give to our Foundation while you shop!
The Rotary Club of Estes Park Foundation is a recipient of funds in the smile.amazon.com. Each order you place will send a portion of the sale to our Foundation. All you need to do its sign up to get the funds flowing. And SHOP!
Choose the charitable organization by typing in Estes Park Rotary Foundation. Our club and the Longs Peak club will come up in the search. Click on Estes Park Rotary Foundation.
Create a bookmark so every time you shop Amazon, you will participating in the smile.amazon.com program.
Congratulations, 2019 scholars
Rotary Quote of the Week
"Rotary International recommends that members and participants follow the guidelines set by the World Health Organization and your national, regional, or local health authorities to protect your health and safety. If authorities recommend it, postpone or cancel in-person meetings, or conduct them online or by phone. Closely examine your personal circumstances, including any health issues, when you consider travel and participation in events."
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