In recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 50/50 raffle proceeds collected in October will help address domestic violence through the support of Safe Passage. Need help? Safe Passage's Crisis Phone Line is 815-756-5228. Their Crisis Text Line is 815-393-1995.
Our speaker this week was Rev. Fr. Jeremiah Loch, DO(MTP), CRNA, PhD, an Osteopathic Anesthesiology Pain Medicine Specialist with Chrystal Clinic (437 W State St., Sycamore).
Posted by Tim Neubert (using Chrystal Clinic website) on Sep 28, 2022
Our speaker this week was Rev. Fr. Jeremiah Loch, DO(MTP), CRNA, PhD, an Osteopathic Anesthesiology Pain Medicine Specialist with Chrystal Clinicin Sycamore.
Jeremiah leads the osteopathy practice at Chrystal Clinic. He graduated from the Osteopathic College of Ontario and has further specialized training in Biodynamic Osteopathic Principles and Practice. He is nationally certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. In addition to his osteopathic training Jeremiah has practiced anesthesiology for over 50 years and has sub-specialized in pain medicine over the last 30 years, most recently limiting his practice to cancer pain medicine.
Manual Osteopathy is a holistic “hands-on” approach to assessment and treatment of dysfunctional patterns that are contributing to disease, pain and suffering. This soul-mind-body approach incorporates a gentle non-invasive form of touch, harmonic vibration and manual manipulation that focuses on the health of the whole person, not just the injured or affected part or area of pain. The intent is to free up the movement of health that has been impeded or locked up due to a multitude of factors, including emotional and physical traumas, dysfunctional belief systems, disease patterns, etc.
If you feel your state of health and sense of well-being is being compromised by such experiences as emotional and psychological stress, disease conditions, an inner sense of suffering, an inner experience of shock, a sense of spiritual distress, or a terminal diagnosis, gentle manual therapy addressing body, mind, soul integration may be helpful.
Posted by Tim Neubert (using Entepesi Kenya materials) on Sep 28, 2022
Former Sycamore resident Samantha Shackleton visited our club this week to share information about Entepesi Kenya (EK), an organization she and her spouse founded several years ago to serve underprivileged communities with health-related care and education in Kajiado County, Kenya. EK believes that quality and affordable healthcare should be available to everyone regardless of their location and economic status.
EK envisions to see underprivileged communities equipped with resources to live a healthy, quality, and sustainable life. It aims to work with like-minded organizations and individuals to facilitate healthcare through means of treatment, preventative screenings, family planning and educational training.
Entepesi Kenya seeks to meet community needs through mobile clinics, infrastructural development, advocacy, and sensitization on health matters.
Entepesi Kenya will achieve the above goals by partnering with the government, churches, schools, opinion leaders, local and international NGOs.
As with Happy Dollars and fines, 50/50 raffle proceeds have long been earmarked for the scholarship fund for Sycamore High School seniors. In an effort to "spread the wealth" and support more causes, the members of your Rotary Board have determined that 50/50 raffle proceeds collected each month will benefit a different cause.
For the month of April, 50/50 raffle proceeds will help support Tails Humane Society to build a compassionate community through the care of companion animals. The Board has committed that the total amount given to this cause will be no less than $250.
Thank you for your support of this important cause...and best of luck with the raffle!
Posted by Toni Lucas, President, River Cities Rotary Chair, District 6420 Task Force Against Human Trafficking on Sep 27, 2022
At the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta in 2017, I heard a presentation on Human Trafficking that rekindled my passion for the cause. During that presentation, the recommendation was made that each district have a task force to address the issue. At dinner that evening, I told Ruth Lee about the presentation and said that District 6420 should have an anti-human trafficking task force. Her response was, “That’s a great idea. Do it!” (As you can see, I’ve never learned when to be quiet!)
And so, a task force was formed. Our small committee met and decided that education was a vital part of the fight to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery. While we didn’t feel we could do frontline work, we did feel we could educate the public. We chose the tagline Education for Eradication. We made presentations to several Rotary clubs.
Then people moved, people had health issues, and a pandemic ensued. The flame of passion was flickering and about to go out when I reached out to all District 6420 clubs about our cookbook and Ginger Thompson noticed a reference to the task force in my signature block and it piqued her interest. (The line was basically there because I hadn’t updated my signature block to remove it.)
But, it only takes a tiny spark to start a flame! The spark was there, the flame was lit. I reached out to former committee members to find if there was still interest in the subject. One member was still eager, so Susan Burstzynsky, Ginger, and I are ready to continue the challenge. DG Laura has been advised that we are rekindling the fire and was happy to hear it.
But – we are only three and ours is a big district. Rather being a best-kept secret or the non-working committee, we want to be certain that every club in our district is aware of the problem. In other words, we want to spread the education so that it leads to eradication. If this is something that appeals to you, we would be thrilled to have you join us at our next Zoom meeting on Monday, October 3, at 6:30 p.m. Email me at tonisrotary@gmail.com and I will send you the Zoom link.
We will be building every Saturday through 2022, so if this week doesn't work for you, there will be many more opportunities to get involved.
In addition, I am also looking for someone who would like a non-construction volunteer task. There are some Saturdays when we need someone on the build site to greet volunteers, get necessary forms completed, connect with our lunch providers, make sure people are staying hydrated, etc. It really isn't a difficult task, but an important one. If this sounds interesting to you, please let me know. I will work with you on that.
If you have never volunteered with us before, see the notes below for more information.
Thank you for your interest and support of Habitat for Humanity!
Construction Volunteer Information
Habitat for Humanity DeKalb County Illinois welcomes volunteers to our construction sites. Regardless of your skill level (first time you’ve held a hammer or skilled builder), we will provide opportunities to work alongside our partner family and other Habitat volunteers. Examples of volunteer jobs include: framing, siding, painting, insulating, flooring, trim work, landscaping, and cleaning. We will provide instruction throughout the day.
Build Day Schedule:
7:45a.m.- 8 a.m. Arrival and sign-in. (Please complete the required waiver formif this is your first day with Habitat). Volunteers between the ages of 16-18 years are required to have adult supervision and waiver completed before volunteering. The minimum age to volunteer with Habitat is 16 years old.
8:00 a.m. We begin with a Safety Talk and construction goals for the day.
12:00 p.m. Lunch is provided. Habitat provides lunch and water for volunteers.
2:30 p.m. Site clean-up begins
3:00 p.m. Workday complete. Thank you!
What to bring: Please wear clothing that you do not mind getting dirty or possibly damaged. Sturdy, hard-soled, closed-toed shoes are required. Sunscreen is advised when working outdoors.
Habitat provides tools for volunteers. However, if you have your own tools/toolbelt and wish to bring those, that is fine. You can check with the volunteer coordinator for a list of recommended tools. Please label all of your tools ahead of time.
Port-A-Potty: Yes, that’s right. Just want you to be aware that we do not have indoor plumbing or running water on site.
It's always a good idea to bring a "bag" chair if you have one.
Covid-19 Safety Precautions:
Habitat for Humanity prioritizes the health and safety of our staff and volunteers. Currently, we have the following guidelines in place (subject to change based on case levels, as well as CDC, state, and local guidelines):
We ask that if you aren't feeling well, to please stay home out of precaution.
Use hand sanitizer throughout the day, especially before/after using tools.
Masks are no longer required; however, we welcome and support anyone that chooses to wear a mask.
We encourage volunteers and staff to practice social distancing when possible.
Hello! I would like to invite you and your partner to attend the District Conference for 2022-2023. It will be held November 4 and 5 at Northern Illinois University's Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center in DeKalb (231 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL 60115). The focus of this year’s District Conference is ethical leadership and we will be approaching this topic from many angles. We have a group of exciting and dynamic speakers already lined up.
Early bird registration: $90 until October 20, 2022. Standard registration: $110 from October 21–28, 2022. (No registrations on site.)
The registration fee includes the District’s annual Foundation Dinner on Friday evening, plus lunch, dinner, and snacks on Saturday. A cash bar will be available both evenings. Free parking will be available at the conference venue.
On Friday, November 4 check-in will open at 4:30pm with a cash bar from 5:00-7:00. The program will begin at 6:00pm.
On Saturday, November 5, check-in will open at 8:30am and the program will begin at 9:00am.
Hotel – Hampton Inn, 663 S. Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115, (815) 748-4323, 1.3 miles and 4 minutes from the conference venue, $109 for double or king room (before taxes), free parking at hotel, rooms available until October 30. Please mention the Rotary District Conference when you make your reservation.
We hope the conference provides you with some new leadership skills and inspires, excites, and encourages you to take your Rotary Service to a whole new level. An agenda and speaker bios will be released in the next few weeks.
September 25, 1764 – Fletcher Christian, the English sailor who led the mutiny on the HMS Bounty, is born in Eaglesfield, Cumberland, England. Christian was a master’s mate aboard the Tahitian-bound vessel under command of the infamous William Bligh.
September 26, 1774 – American folk legend Johnny Appleseed is born (as John Chapman) in Leominster, Massachusetts. For 40 years he travels through Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois planting orchards.
September 29, 1901 – Nuclear physicist Enrico Fermi is born in Rome. He created the world’s first nuclear reactor and is called “the father of the nuclear age.”
September 30, 1924 – Writer Truman Capote (known for “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and “In Cold Blood”) is born in New Orleans.
September 26, 1960 – For the first time in U.S. history, a debate between major party presidential candidates is shown on television. Democrat John F. Kennedy and Republican Richard M. Nixon square off at the studios of WBBM-TV in Chicago. Kennedy’s favorable appearance and demeanor on camera are credited with helping boost his campaign and ultimate election victory.
September 30, 1955 – Actor James Dean was killed in a car crash in California at age 24. Although he made just three major movies, he remains one of the film industry’s most influential actors.
October 1, 1971 – The iconic Florida amusement park and resort Walt Disney World opens to visitors. Envisioned by Walt Disney as a second park to supplement Disneyland in California, it was constructed under the guidance of Walt’s brother Roy following Walt’s death in 1966. It covers 25,000 acres but only half has been used.
October 1, 1908 – Henry Ford’s Model T goes on sale for the first time. More than 15 million would be made before production ended in 1927.
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