Remember to sign up for the Epic Day of Service! May 17th & 18th.

We welcomed Kim DeCoste, past Rotarian. This is her second visit and she submitted her application to join us. Welcome Kim!

 

Scott introducted Chase Thompson our Student Recognition from Mountain Vista H.S. Chase was accompanied by her father, Lindsey Jaffe Assistant Principal, and Jeff Hoeff Administrator of the Gifted/Talented Program. As with our other students Chase excels scholastically and lettered in varsity basketball and women's flag football. Chase is also active in the Interact Club at Mountain Vista; our first student from Interact.

Elaine officially introduced "our newest Rotary member in the whole wide world" Kristy Layzlett upon receiving her Red Badge.

 

From Phil Clarke, "Rotary magazine interviewed me on April 2nd for an article by Kate Silver on the Friendship Recession & if she uses my quotes they will appear in the August issue."

 

Bill Leeper won 50/50 and will sell tickets at this week's meeting.

 

Steve Miller was this week's winner of Bob's wine auction.

 

Jim has likely already burned his Purdue cap after their loss to UConn.

Joel Johnson gave a brief update on the Recycle Event: a few slots are available for volunteers (see signup sheet) and provided flyers indicating items that may be recycled.

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International Service

Connie discussed Belize, unfortunately no planned trip this year as the Club in Belize develops a new partnership to address above the knee amputations. The committee has supported two dental projects treating more than a 1000 children in both Honduras and Cambodia. They also supported a WASH program (water and sanitation) in Kenya. In the coming Rotary year a new committee chair will be needed.

 

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Neil began with discussing the Club hosting a male student from Italy, arriving in August, to attend Mountain Vista H.S. STudents live with more than one family in the host country nad attend school there. Neil reminded us 2018 was the last year we hosted; we have hosted 102 students over the years. More information forthcoming.

 

Jan Keyton stated registration has been extended to Apr 30th with the goal of filling open spots. Students who are currently a high school sophomore, junior, or senior, may apply to attend RYLA. RYLA will be held at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park July 28-Aug 2. Any current 7th grader may apply to attend either one of the Young RYLA Conferences. Both conferences will be held at the YMCA oif the Rockies in Estes Park June 23-28 and July 7-12. Contact Jan if you have an interested student or see www.rockymountainryla.org to register.

 

Epic Day of Service: Alan thanked Claudia for email blast Apr 3rd with signup instructions, Epicdayofservice.org. He described the 5 project opportunities: IFCS, Project Cure (set up by Denver SE Club and shared by 4 Clugs), Project Angel Heart to include bag decorating and food delivery the 17th and 18th. Elizabeth followed with additinoal instructions if interested in food delivery Friday morning or Satruday afternoon. If you are a driver or occupant in the car a signup process is required; please provide your name(s) to Elizabeth if intersted in delivering food to complete the required process. Reach out to Alan if you need help with registration or if you wish him to register you.

 

Mental Health: Debby Doig stated she and Shrin will be co-chairs of the committee and are determining new goals for the committee. Contact them if you are interested in participating.

 

Public Relations: Debbie Leonard discussed plans for the PR Committee; the 4th of July parade and she and Shannon talking with businesses within the Chamber. A meeting will be at her home at 4:30pm on Apr 23rd. Please see the signup sheet if interested in joining.

It was great to see Tom Keyton back at the club meeting today!