Place: American Legion Time: Lunch served from 11:30 - 12:00
Cost: $15 Parking: American Legion and the church only.
Jess and Dr. Payden
I was born and raised in Moline, IL, traveled to Estes Park almost every summer from when I was less than a year old. I was a rotary exchange student when I was 17 to Japan. Thus far have lived in 4 countries and 8 states. I enjoy all aspects of medicine in the practice here in Estes Park. My family and I have lived here for 2.5 years. Jess and I have 2 children, a 2 year old daughter and a 1 month old son, as well as a tuxedo cat. We enjoy getting out and hiking and being as active as we can.
Update from President Jim Whiteneck
Announcements:
The mini-presentation by Tom Maher’s friend, Lisa Leeper, was inspirational. It is amazing how the Rotary Youth Exchange Program impacted and changed Lisa’s life…a real success story for Youth Programs!
Rick Taylor‘s discussion about how we’re trying to get the Youth Programs functioning again after COVID was a great follow up to Lisa’s experience. The main efforts of our Club, working in conjunction with Sunrise Rotary, is to get the Interact (High School) Program up and running.
The Youth Exchange is not feasible at this time due to continued COVID-19 problems.
We had three terrific Committee Meetings which in many cases were the first face-to-face in 1 1/2 to 2 years! Exciting and creative ideas are coming from all the Committees!
Tara & Phil Moenning hosted Fund Development,
Annie Slack hosted the Membership Committee,
Ron Gordon hosted the International Service Committee.
Beth Weisberg came home Friday following her back surgery! She reports good progress. Her husband and family will be helping with her recovery over the next month.
Our Visioning Ad Hoc Committee met Thursday evening. We’re off to an excellent start!
Thanks to Jack Boatman, Tara and Phil Moenning, Dale and Chuck Bonza, Rita & Phil DuChateau for joining me in volunteering for the Sunrise Rotary Arts and Crafts Show!
More spots are available.
August 26, 2021 Meeting Notes
President Jim Whiteneck rang the bell at 12:00. Invocation. Karen Thompson Pledge of Allegiance: President Jim Whiteneck Guests of Rotarians: Tom Maher introduced wife Marilyn, and Dr James Durwood, who talked about the Scottish Irish Highland Festival coming in September.
Announcements:
Our club will supply 4 volunteers to help the Sunrise Rotary Club during their Arts and Crafts Show.
Beth Weinberg is returning home tomorrow after recent back surgery.
The Visioning Ad Hoc Committee will have it’s first meeting this afternoon at 5:00 PM.
President Jim has learned that our club will qualify for District Matching Grants after all.
Ron Gordon passed around Golf Tournament posters and encouraged member sponsorships and donations.
Karen Thompson encouraged members to donate to the golf tournament and support the scholarship program.
President Jim thanked the American Legion team for serving a good meal.
President Jim passed out more Paul Harris lanyards provided by Milt Garrett.
Paul Harris: Anne Slack presented Dennis Gellhaus with his first Paul Harris award.
Happy Money:
Dennis Gellhaus was proud to announce the upcoming birth of his first grand child, a boy, in February.
Ron Gordon has collected some golf donations already today.
Jay Harroff announced that granddaughter Daffney, a sophomore at NCU in Greeley, celebrated her 20th birthday on Monday.
Tom Maher is pleased to have his guests with us today.
Dana Fritz received a good cancer report recently.
Milt Garrett celebrated his 84th birthday last Monday.
Tom Maher introduced Lisa Leeper, who spoke about her experiences as a Rotary exchange student and scholar, and how her life was changed by it.
Rick Taylor announced that he has accepted the position of Director of Youth /New Generation on the club board. He will be working in concert with the Sunrise Club in support of the Rotary Interact Club at the local high school to provide programs through a joint effort.
President Jim closed the club meeting with the 4 way test.
Pete Sumey, scribe
Dennis Gellhaus Named a Paul Harris Fellow
Receiving a Paul Harris award is a special recognition of dedication through a financial contribution to the Rotary Foundation supporting programs that save and invigorate the lives of people around the world and enhance international understanding and friendship. Dennis' donation of $1000 will help provide educational opportunities, food, shelter, portable water, health care, immunizations, micro loans and disaster relief to millions of people. Thank you Dennis for your generous support!
Posted by Peter Sinnott
Support Your Rotary Golf Tournament
As most of you are aware our Golf Tournament to raise funds in support of scholarships will be held on Saturday, September 25th. Carl Robicheaux, Foundation President and Golf Committee member, is leading the appeal to encourage our club members to participate as sponsors for this event. In early September you will receive a letter and sponsorship form from Carl encouraging your assistance in this wonderful pursuit.
Current Club Members that are Sponsors or confirmed a commitment are:
Larry Williams
Karen & Scott Thompson
Tara & Phil Moenning
Ron Gordon
Dana Fritz
Wayne Newsom
Jay Harroff
Pete Sumey
Pete Sinnott
Wayne Andersen
Milt Garrett
Tom Maher
Rita DuChateau
Jack Boatman
Brad Rosenbaum
Madison Casey
Jim Whiteneck
Dave Evans & Karen McClure
Kathy Groesbeck
Jack Overly
THANK YOU!
Don't miss the Snowy Peaks Winery Social!
Announcement
Where: Snowy Peaks Winery, 292 Moraine Ave
When: September 30, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Parking: On street or lot across street
Number: Limit of 30 members...9 spots left
Sign up: Sign up sheet at Club meetings or by email to anneslack@aol.com
Posted by Ron Gordon
Masks Recommended
COVID-19 and its variants are alive and well in Larimer County and Estes Park. As a result, masks are again being recommended by the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) for indoor settings. “Due to the rapidly increasing threat of the Delta variant, primarily among unvaccinated people, LCDHE... see article in the Trail Gazette.
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