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Darren Noble

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Grit. 
 
Is this a word you regularly use? Maybe occasionally?  Well, until recently, grit wasn’t a word I ever used in conversations or when writing. 
 
According to Google, one definition of the noun grit is “courage and resolve; strength of character” (synonyms include:  mettle, spirit, fortitude, determination, tenacity, and perseverance).
 
My initial thought is that grit is a word of decades past; today, people are more apt to say someone has courage, strong character, or determination; however, I’m going to start using grit, which vibrates off the tongue and conveys action and achievement. 

When it comes to successful organizations, I believe grit is a common thread.  In order to make a difference, in whatever capacity, people that have grit typically thrive.  In Rotary, members often display grit because of their dedication to support six key areas--our causes (promote peace; fight disease; provide clean water, sanitation, and hygiene; save mothers and children; support education; and grow local economies).
 
If you’d like to learn more about Rotary, or if Rotary’s motto “Service Above Self” resonates with you, please contact me or another member listed to the right; we’d be happy to answer any questions.  Also, visitors are always welcome at any of our club meetings or service projects. We meet regularly at Vandy’s Grille (Island View Golf Club), Wednesday mornings from 7:30—8:30 a.m.
 
 
Stories/News
17th Annual Cena De Vino Gourmet Wine Dinner
Posted by Darren Noble on Nov 09, 2017

Saturday, January 13, 2018

Vandy's Grille at Island View Golf Club-7795 Laketown Pkwy, Waconia

  • 5pm-Social Hour & Silent Auction
  • 6pm-Dinner followed by Live Auction

Enjoy a delectable five course meal, prepared by top area chefs with each course paired perfectly with a fine wine. Proceeds support Rotary service projects as well as worldwide outreach programs.

Tickets: $95/person ($60 tax deductible)

Reservations required. Pre-payment encouraged.

Please make checks payable to:

Waconia-West Carver Rotary
P.O. Box 261
Waconia, MN 55387

RSVP-Chuck Dueber 612.281.0093 or dueberc@gmail.com 

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Rotary Press Release-World Polio Day
NEWS RELEASE
The Waconia-West Carver Rotary Club will join in marking historic progress toward a polio-free world, while urging community support to end the paralyzing disease. 
 
[Waconia, MN] – Rotary members in Waconia are among millions reaching out on World Polio Day to raise awareness, funds and support to end polio – a vaccine preventable disease that still threatens children in parts of the world today.  
 
Since Rotary and its partners launched the Global Polio Eradication Initiative nearly 30 years ago, the incidence of polio has plummeted by more than 99.9 percent, from about 350,000 cases a year to just 37 cases in 2016.
 
To sustain this progress, and protect all children from polio, Rotary has committed to raising US$50 million per year over the next three years in support of global polio eradication efforts. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will match Rotary’s commitment 2:1.
 
Without full funding and political commitment, this paralyzing disease could return to previously polio-free countries, putting children everywhere at risk. 
 
Said local President Darren Noble, “Thousands of Rotarians across the globe are commemorating World Polio Day on October 24, and at the local level we are 100% behind the international effort by Rotary to eliminate
polio from the earth”.
 
Rotary has contributed more than US$1.7 billion to ending polio since 1985, including over $10,000 contributed by the Rotary Club of Waconia-West Carver. 
 
About Rotary
Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges.  Rotary connects 1.2 million members of more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas.  Their work improves lives at both the local and international levels, from helping families in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world.  Visit endpolio.org for more about Rotary and its efforts to eradicate polio.
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Fall Highway Cleanup
 
It's that time of year again . . . Wednesday, 10/11 is our Fall Highway Cleanup to spruce up a stretch along Highway 5, leading into Waconia.
2017-18 President
The Rotary Club of Waconia-West Carver is excited to announce Darren Noble as President for the new Rotary year (July 1, 2017--June 30, 2018).
 
"Rotary: Making a Difference" is the world-wide theme, and we look forward to another great year serving locally and internationally!  

Spring Highway Cleanup
Posted on May 15, 2017
It's that time of year again . . . last Wednesday, 5/10 we did our Spring Highway Cleanup to spruce up a stretch along Highway 5, leading into Waconia.
2017 Flower Sale Fundraiser
Posted on Mar 16, 2017

We’re kicking off our annual Flower Sale!

Here’s a great opportunity to support the Rotary Club of Waconia-West Carver . Please place your order by 4/12/17; you can choose from a dozen long-stemmed red OR mixed roses, OR a beautiful spring bouquet.

You’ll also get $60 worth of coupons from area restaurants and businesses. Cost is $25 and flowers will be delivered on 4/20/17.

If you would like to place an order, please speak with any member of the Rotary Club of Waconia-West Carver or simply contact us through our Facebook page and we will get you signed up.

Spring is on the way!

The Rotary Foundation celebrates 100th anniversary
Posted by Darren Noble on Nov 14, 2016

In 2016-17, The Rotary Foundation turns 100. That’s one century of Rotarians improving lives and communities all over the world. And that’s definitely something worth celebrating.

Our Foundation stands at the forefront of humanitarian service, having supported thousands of projects to provide clean water, fight disease, promote peace, and provide people with basic education — and one historic project dedicated to eradicating polio worldwide. Our centennial is the perfect time to share this impressive record of success with the world. Let’s make sure our communities know about the great work of Rotary and its Foundation.

 
 
Oct. 24th is the 4th Annual World Polio Day
Posted by Darren Noble on Oct 17, 2016

One Day. One Focus: Ending Polio (October 24th)

The 4th annual International World Polio Day event (Oct. 24) is fast approaching . . . co-hosted by Rotary International and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this day will feature a live-stream event from CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia that will bring together more than 50,000 viewers around the world. Celebrities and experts will also be participating and sharing the progress on the road to polio eradication:http://www.endpolio.org

Highway Cleanup Day
Posted by Darren Noble on Oct 10, 2016
The Highway Cleanup Day is this Wednesday, Oct. 12th (meet @ 5:00 pm, Security Bank in Waconia). After the cleanup we will be heading over to Brad’s place to celebrate our clean and respectable highway. Hope to see you there!
Friends of Chimbote Fundraiser
Posted on Sep 08, 2016

Register Now for the 5th Annual Fall Gala Celebration
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Holiday Inn, 3803 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND

For complete details, visit here.
Rotary Races with Ducks, Nickle Dickle Day 2016
Posted by Darren Noble on Aug 22, 2016
September 17th is nearing when over 15,000 people visit Waconia's Nickle Dickle Day, a fun-filled day for all ages.  Our Rotary club through our corporate sponsors offers free entertainment to children of all ages.  Our corporate sponsors decorate large rubber ducks which are raced throughout the day.  Winners receive prizes and all have fun!  Our corporate sponsors receive publicity with each race with larger sponsors featured in our publicity and recognized throughout the day by our race announcer.  Be sure to visit our "pond" and join in the fun! 
 
Businesses . . . please consider sponsoring this annual community fundraiser!
30th Anniversary Celebration
Posted by Darren Noble on Jul 14, 2016
(top) Mark Hegstrom, the new District Governor for 2016-17, was one of many highlights at last night's "30th Anniversary Celebration"! (lower left) Bob Kuhlman, Club President, shares a laugh with long-standing Rotarian Roger Sauerbrey. (lower right) Christine Fenner talks about the life-changing Strive program. It truly was a great night! More pictures to come . . .
 
 
What Would It Take to Change the World?

Rotary's 1.2 million members believe it starts with a commitment to Service Above Self.

In more than 34,000 clubs worldwide, you'll find members volunteering in communities at home and abroad to support education and job training, provide clean water, combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, and eradicate polio.

 
 

 

 
 
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Darren Noble
President Elect
Susan Laumbach
Treasurer
Doug Morey
Secretary
Matt McDougall
Community Service
Greg Scheff
STRIVE & Youth Mentoring
Gerry Kirby
Rotary Foundation
Roger Sauerbrey
Public Relations & Technology
Kelly Dohm
Membership
Bradley Solheim
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Martin Cole
International Youth Exchange
Keith Sjodin
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Peter Gustafson
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Richard Scott
 
The Four-Way Test

In 1932, Rotarian Herbert J. Taylor created The Four-Way Test, a code of ethics adopted by Rotary 11 years later. The test, which has been translated into more than 100 languages, asks the following questions:

Of the things we think, say, or do . . .

1. Is it the truth?
2. Is it fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? 

 
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