June 15 program features Dr. Michael Grant Sharing his medical mission to Nicaragua
Michael Grant, MD, will return to the Rotary Club of Estes Park on Thursday, June 15, to present a program on a recent trip to Nicaragua. Partially funded with a grant from our club, Dr. Grant's work in Nicaragua is through the non-profit St. James Orthopaedic Mission. Participants provide medical services to the poor.
Dr. Michael Grant
Dr. Grant received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC and went on to complete his residency at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center. Additionally, he spent 9 years in a variety of roles for the United States Army; one year of internship, two years as a flight surgeon, and two years as an orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Grant is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Grant’s passion is to provide care for the less fortunate. He became involved with the St. James Orthopaedic Mission, a medical mission group comprised of various medical professionals and other volunteers who typically embark on one medical mission trip per year. The group has been participating in these trips for 10 years. Each volunteer pays his or her own way; air fare, etc. As a non-profit, their only source of income is through fundraisers and donations. St. James Orthopaedic Mission received a $1,500 grant from the Rotary Club of Estes Park.
June 8, 2017 meeting highlights
President Thor Homme called the meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. Dale Bonza gave the invocation on service to community. Dave Evans led us in the Pledge and in a celestial song in honor of our astronomy program.
Ron Gordon introduced our guests, including: Rotarians David Van Wert, sojourner, Richard Kimple of Ellinwood, Kansas, and Tim Haight of Johnston, Iowa. (top to bottom in photos above.) Non-Rotarian guest: Phil DuChateau.
Announcements
Rob Ludlum has been voted an Honorary Member, following board action at the June 6 meeting. Congratulations to Rob!
Bruce Carmichael announced weekly golf committee meetings until the June 24 tournament. Golfers are needed; Sojourners are always welcome; sponsorships are coming along well.
Tara Moenning, scholarship committee chairperson, read letters from Aspen Turner, this year’s academic scholarship winner, and Autumn Burke, a 2016 Carver Scholarship winner.
Former member of the club, Jim Koch died recently. His widow Katie contacted the club.
President’s Night is Thursday, June 22; cost is $25 per person.
Jim Austin presented Thor with a check from the 2016 Farmers Market and announced that he needs volunteers every Thursday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. He thanked Chuck Bonza and Dave Evans for their assistance.
Rita DuChateau updated the club on the status of dues payment and RI and RCEP donations. As of today, 49 of our 73 members have paid their dues, and donations are running higher than usual. Please pay your dues by June 15.
Happy Money
Guy Van der Werf was happy that he has been a physician for 30 years, 25 of which were spent in Estes Park. His daughter will be entering her third year of dental school.
Pete Sumey was happy to be a Kansas boy at a table of Iowans.
Thor was happy that Everett Rosenbaum (photo above) was our greeter today because he significantly reduced the average age of those in attendance.
Rita DuChateau invited club members to the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Estes Park Salud Family Health Center on June 23 and noted the significant contributions made by our club over the years.
Richard Kimple was happy to have a new grandson and also to be celebrating birthdays of his son and his wife. Now that’s happy!
Program
Jim Austin introduced our very own Mike Connolly who gave a fascinating program on the Estes Park Observatory. He signed a book for the children’s library, The Night World. (photo above)
Submitted by Rita DuChateau, scribe
Still time to register for our golf tournament
The Golf Committee has ordered a sunny day for Saturday, June 24 so now all that's needed is your participation. Sign up this week and plan to have a great time at the 21st Rotary Club of Estes Park Scholarship Benefit Golf Tournament.
Prizes galore, generous sponsors, and fun competition will make this a memorable event. And all proceeds benefit our scholarship fund.
Questions? See Bruce Carmichael, Golf Committee Chairman. Download your registration forms from our website.
Just a few of the many club members working to make this year's golf tournament the best ever.
Plan to attend President's Night THURSDAY, JUNE 22
As our Rotary year draws to a close, it's time to celebrate, recognize and thank club members who made 2016-17 memorable and successful. President's Night also looks ahead to the 2017-18 Rotary year and salutes the new officers, Club Board and Foundation Board members.
While our club focuses on Service Above Self, this event is an evening to look within the organization and take pride in the year's accomplishments. It's a special program. We hope you will join in the fun, food and fellowship.
When? THURSDAY, JUNE 22 5:30 p.m. cash bar, 6 p.m. dinner, and 7 p.m. program
Where? The Rodeway Inn
Cost? $25 per person
Who? You and your guests
How?Please contact Karol Rinehart, Club Administrator at kj.rinehart@centurylink.net or by calling her at (970) 586-5719.
See you at President's Night!
Karen and Scott Thompson representing
Our club at RI Convention this week
Scott and Karen Thompson are in Atlanta, GA at the Rotary International Convention and will serve as our club's two voting delegates. The convention runs June 10-14 at the Georgia World Congress Center. Karen and Scott will have the chance to hear keynote speakers including Bill Gates and Jack Nicklaus, attend breakout sessions and explore all the convention has to offer.
We are excited for The Thompsons and can't wait to hear their convention report!
Here's Scott in Atlanta, all ready for the Rotary International Conference.
Rotary Quote of the Week
“The Rotary Foundation ranked third in CNBC's annual list of 'Top 10 Charities Changing the World.' ... The Foundation was noted for connecting 1.2 million members from more than 200 geographic areas to tackle to world's most pressing humanitarian challenges, including projects that focus on disease prevention, water and sanitation, and maternal and child health. The ranking also recognized Rotary's role in the effort to eradicate polio."
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