Our program this week will be held in person, but a Zoom link will be provided. Click on the link below to be admitted. Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 7985707369
Rotary Weekly Luncheon Place: American Legion Time: Lunch served from 11:30 - 12:00 Cost: $20 Parking: American Legion and the church only
Please call my cell at 970-231-6697 if the meeting is starting and you are unable to get the Zoom link.
I , Annie, will try to help.
DARE TO DREAM
A Video On
How Rotary Became the Heart and Soul of Polio Eradication
President's Night
President’s Night will be Thursday evening,
June 15, 2023
RSVP by June 8 to Karol your entree and dessert selection via kj.rinehart@aol.com; or sign up at the meeting.
Social Time: 5:30 - 6:00
Dinner: 6:00 - 6:45
Program: 6:45 - 7:30
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Entrees:
Prime Rib
Salmon
Vegetarian Pasta
Salad
Side Dishes
Dessert:
Cheesecake
Chocolate Cake
Meal: $45
Update by President Dennis Gellhaus
Room with people suffering from Polio in Iron Lungs so they can breathe.
The eradication of polio has been a major project for Rotary for the past 35 years. We are so very close, but It remains elusive. My oldest cousin on my father’s side - born in the mid 40’s contracted polio as a small child and was paralyzed from the waist down. Sally lived her life on crutches. The fact that she struggled with this disease helped me to become a Rotarian. Maybe you know of others who have struggled with this disease. Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nigeria continue to be troublesome; as well as part of the 1% that must still be fought. Our District Conference will have opportunities to give and continue the work to root out polio. Look for those Opportunities. Thanks.
And thanks for listening.
Dennis
Deadline for Signing Up for the District Conference
The District Conference will be held at The Ridgeline Hotel in Estes Park at 101 S. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517
Andy Lenac, from the Denver LoDo Club is speaking at the District Conference on Saturday, June 10 at the luncheon. He recently spoke at our noon meeting. His topic will be Solar Panel USB chargers being sent to Ukraine used by the military, schools, hospitals, etc. to charge phones when there is no electricity, which is almost constant in many areas. It can be a lifesaver!
Come hear Andy and meet him in person at the Saturday, June 10, luncheon. The cost for the all day Saturday conference is $105/person. See Agenda on website.
Meeting Notes for May 25, 2023
President Dennis Gellhaus rang the bell at 12:00 P.M.
Barry Hannigan gave the Invocation. President Dennis Gellhaus led the Pledge of Allegiance. Madison Casey led the song “God Save America.”
Guests of Rotarians: Bill Solms introduced Jose Almeida, who gave a spontaneous presentation to the group about the Latino community in Estes Park. He urged everyone in Rotary to become involved in improving the lot of the many Latino workers in our town and in transforming the culture he hopes we will share together in the future. Jose has worked at the school for many years and will retire at 1:00 P.M. today.
Announcements:
Scott Robbins said the Duck Race committee will meet at Estes Park Health at 5:00 P.M. today.
President Gellhaus reminded everyone of President’s Night at June 15 at the Legion.
President Gellhaus reminded everyone of the District Conference which will run from June 8-10.
Committee meetings will take place today after the meeting.
Adjournment: President Gellhaus let the four-way pledge and rang the bell at 12:40 P.M.
Barry Hannigan, scribe
Board Approved New Member Application
Dave Scott
The Board has approved Dave Scott's application for membership. Dave was born December 9, 1957 in Louisville, Kentucky. He is married to Janet (Jan) and has a daughter named Robin. He attended DePauw University, the University of Louisville and the University of Texas at Austin. He is a retired trumpet professor from McNeese State University, Lake Charles, LA. He was the fist official bugler at Churchill Downs which helped pay for his Masters Degree from the University of Louisville. He has performed as a recitalist/clinician throughout the United States. A review of his playing states “Scott played with energy and refinement and displayed excellent command of the instrument.” Dave has been a voting member of NARAS (Grammy Awards).
Dave and his wife, Jan, bought property here in Estes Park in 2014. Wayne Newsom is his Sponsor.
Even though Dave says he is retired, he still plays with various bands including Village Band, Village Jazz Band, Kings of Swing, Highland Brass Quintet and others. He is also the Vice President of the Prospect Mountain HOA; he is on the Lake Charles LA Recycling Board, the Lake Charles Symphony Board, and McNeese State University Faculty Senate. When not pursuing musical activities, he enjoys hiking and exploring all that Estes Park has to offer.
Dave wants to be involved in the community and joining Rotary is a way for him to participate. As a matter of fact, Karen Thompson recruited him to play at the start of the Duck Race “Call to the Post”.
According to club bylaws, if there are no objections within seven days of publication, the applicant shall be considered elected to membership.
Slate of Officers
The Nominating Committee is presenting the following slate of officers for a vote next week.
We need your help. We have several positions available for someone to assume.
Sergeant-at-Arms...Jim Whiteneck volunteered!
Membership Committee Chair
Photographer of Events
Editor for the Spoke
Contact President Dennis Gellhaus or Anne Slack if interested: drgellhaus1@gmail.com or anneslack@aol.com.
From The Chaplain
Do you know a Club Member who needs assistance? Maybe a ride to meetings, or just a phone call to keep in touch? Please contact Bill Smith 970-420-1033 or billsmithbronx1956@gmail.com.
Find Your Rotary Member Number
Do you know your member number? I will be inserting one member's number in the Spoke somewhere each week. If you find your number and let me know, I will add a dollar to the Happy Money jar. Have fun reading the Spoke!
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