May 8, 2018

May Theme: Youth Services-Rotary’s programs are developing the next generation of leaders, providing funding to make the world a better place, and making peace a priority. And our programs are not just for club members. LEARN MORE

1. (Bob G.)  Pledge of Allegiance; Prayer led by Kim H; 4way Test

2. (Bob G.) Thank you. Today’s Greeter is Brenda G., Bob G. For pictures, Brian J. for notes from our last meeting and for our newsletter.

3. (Bob G.) Welcome/Announcements

4. (Bob G.) Carol Wargin was presented with a $500 check representing our club’s contribution to the Spirit of the Rivers project.  The sculpture will be received July 1^st with a dedication planned for Sept 16^th following Ethnic Fest.
    
5. (Bob G.) Highlights from May 2^nd Board Meeting include the authorization for club “polo shirts” and the official designation of $12,500 from Annual Dinner proceeds to the Vets Park lighting project.
    
6. (Bob G., Betty B., Dennis S. Steve R.) Input from Tri-Con District Conference, Wisconsin Dells…stores shared – relationships formed facilitated by the food/fellowship/programming provided by the Conference.  It was emphasized that this event is something all Rotarians should experience at least once.
    
7. (Bob G.) Meals on Wheels - Next opportunity May 15^th to 18^th.  Need 1 volunteer for Friday May 18th.  

8. (Bob G.) Trees have been received by Woodland Dunes – planting to follow.  There is an additional tree planting party planned for Sunday, May 13^th 12 NOON – Still Bend (Michael D.) – refreshments to follow.

9. (Bob G./Stanley P.) Scholarship awards night is scheduled for May 23^rd.  Stanley P. will present the Rotary Scholarship award to a deserving graduate with plans to attend technical college.
    
10.  (Betty B.) Update – Tom Finley is doing well following successful surgery.  A card was circulated to capture the wishes of our club.
     
11. (Bob G./Michael D.) 5^th Tuesday Social May 29^th at the Frank Lloyd Wright house (3425 Adams).  Signup was passed for attendance and dish/drinks/dessert to contribute to the cause. 
      
12. (Bob G.) Next Meeting- Cathy Green, Deputy Director & Curator WI Maritime Museum. Greeter is Kim H.
     
13. (Bob G.) Happy Bucks- Jeff  Z. facilitated and passed the buck to Tim S.
     
14. (Bob G.) Potential member (Kevin Boehm) will be contacted by Stanley P.

15. (Bob G.) Program- Craig Rysticken and the Robotics Team.  Two Rivers High School's FIRST robotics team, STEMpunk 4531, presented their award winning 2018 experiences to our club.  Student led and run, they work with a material budget of over $5000 to design,construct and operate a robot in competition with similar groups from around the world.  Regional "tune-ups" included the Northern Lights Regional in Duluth where they received the Engineering Inspiration award and the Seven Rivers Regional in LaCrosse where they were recognized with the Judges award and a second place finish.  At the World Championships in Detroit, their team and robot, "Famous Dave", competed against over 400 teams.  They were recognized with the "Imagery" award - one of only 8 awards presented in their category.   FIRST is more than Robotics

16. (Bob G.) Last verse of America.