Wheel Spinner (Nov 15, 2016)

DID YOU MISS LAST WEEK'S MEETING? HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED

WARDEN BOB HOOD ON THE SUPERMAX

Bob Hood, former warden of the Florence Supermax provided an incredibly interesting program on the history of the Supermax and who some of the prisoners are. Florence has 3 different facilities on it's grounds that Bob also oversaw. Club members kept him 30 minutes following the meeting asking questions! Thanks to Elizabeth Kringel for the lead.

WHAT'S ON THE PROGRAM AT THIS WEEK'S MEETING??

November is Rotary International Foundation month. Jerry and Mary Kay will discuss the origin, purpose and how the RI Foundation makes possible aide to millions around the world.

50/50 WINNER: Heather Dawson, guest

GREETERS: Herb Weissenfels

INSPIRATION: Arthur Cone

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OTHER NEWS THAT'S FIT TO PRINT

ASK NOT WHAT YOU'RE CLUB CAN DO FOR YOU - ASK WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR CLUB

We have a rockin' club, but it's not just a weekly lunch group. Make sure you're getting the most out of your membership. As a member, it's your duty to find a committee to serve on, an activity to participate in, run for the board, bring an idea to the board or foundation to pursue, or just say, 'I want to be involved'. You know someone will take you up on that! And don't be afraid to speak up. With all we have going on, you're sure to find your Rotary passion. Check out these fun activities in which you could be involved!

This lovely group of women bid on, and won the Chef's Table at Earl's restaurant at IFCS's Nibbles & Sips. Here they reap the benefits of their win!	Playing golf at the Ft. Carson golf tourney with soldier golfers
Cooking at Ronald McDonald house	Packing medical supplies at Project Cure with Rotarians and Interact participants

HERE'S YOUR OPPORTUNITY - WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR CLUB!

To follow up on the above story, several committees can use some assistance. So this help wanted sign is posted for you to volunteer!

CAN YOU WRITE? Patrick Prutsman needs help with articles for the HR Herald and the Hub

MEMBERSHIP: Help Bob Walsh and Bill Piche recruit, introduce and prep new members

LIKE TO TEACH? Judy Rooney and Iris Price need Rotary Reader positions filled for January - April

ACTIVITIES: Call Connie Golas. She's always got a community service activity going on

INTERESTED IN IFCS? Carolyn Bradish has her hands full with Back to School Backpack program, as well as Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets

SANTA CLOTHES IS COMING TO TOWN! (Another activity you can do for your club)

by Jaime Weibel, CASA, edited by Sue Bramley

Contact Connie Golas or Elizabeth Kringel if you're interested in participating.

Iris Price chatting with her student who loved her choices!

A LOOK BACK AT LAST YEAR'S EVENT

It was an early morning of shopping last December at Kohl’s in Highlands Ranch, where Rotarians and Advocates for Children – CASA. However, the smiles and memories given to the kiddos were well worth the 5 am early morning alarm for the volunteers.

Started by Centennial Rotary with HR Rotary jumping in as well, kids participated from CASA, Boys Hope, Girls Hope Colorado and Thomas Jefferson High School. There were 90 kids at this glorious shopping event, many whom never had the opportunity to go into a store and buy something new. A lot of kids wanted Bronco paraphernalia and finally were able to have a real Broncos shirt.

“This event is so special to both the Rotarians and the kids who had the opportunity to participate”, said Andrea Tagtow, Centennial Rotarian. For the observers and Rotarians this was an emotional and heartfelt experience watching each child as they carefully picked out their most treasured gift, boots, jeans, shoes and for some a gift for their brother or sister.

(This abbreviated article was pulled from the CASA website)

AND ANOTHER HOLIDAY CLOTHES EVENT:

COAT DRIVE FOR THE INDIAN CENTER

Both the satellite club and the noon club participate in events for the Denver Indian Center. They're running a coat drive, in case we ever get into winter. Contact Andy Becher if you have coats to donate. Both Andy and Mickie Cameron are passionate volunteers for this group. In fact, last year they served as Mr. & Mrs. Claus at the center's holiday party! By the looks of this photo, Andy needs to gain several pounds to create the perfect 'Santa's lap' for the kids!

Don't forget to bring in food for the two food drives we're contributing to. Our two biggest causes - IFCS and Douglas Elbert Task Force - are gearing up for some major food needs as the holidays approach. Their clients are in need as we enter the holiday season, in need of food not just for Thanksgiving and Christmas, but for the next few months as kids are home from school and eating them out of house and home. So write this on your grocery list right now - FOOD FOR THE CAUSE, LOTS OF FOOD FOR THE CAUSE!

You'll see two barrels at the club meeting, each labeled for one of the organizations. Divvy up between the two, buy a lot and help out our fellow Coloradans.

SATELLITE CLUB WELCOMES NEW MEMBER - JOHN SHONSEY

“The Highlands Ranch Rotary Club Satellite recently inducted John Shonsey as its newest member. John is the semi-retired Chief Engineer for the Regional Transportation District (RTD). John is married with two grown children and lives in Highlands Ranch and can answer all of your questions about the “A" Line. We’re looking forward to John’s help on a number of Rotary service projects in the area. Shown below with John from left to right are Earl Hasz and Paul Campbell of the satellite group and May Kay Hasz, the past District Governor for District 5450. Welcome John!”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT'S DINNER JAN 7, 2017

With the approximately 540 international districts of Rotary International, it's a big deal for 5450 to host John Germ, Rotary International President at the Jan. 7 event. Mary Kay Hasz is chairing the event and we want a BIG turn out! We in District 5450 are indeed privileged to have the sitting RI President two years in succession!!

Registration is now open. Go to www.rotary5450.org. On the left column, you'll find a link for the RI President's Dinner & Polio Fundraiser to register. You will be seated automatically with members of our Club. Event's proceeds and contributions will go to Polio Plus.

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK

ROTARY CLUB OF HIGHLANDS RANCH SUNRISE

Please join the Highlands Ranch Rotary Sunrise Club for our regular meetings. The meetings are the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7:15 to 8:30 am at the south campus of Childrens Hospital at 1811 Plaza Dr. Highlands Ranch. We offer a delicious continental breakfast ($7.00 for members and guests). We also have wonderful speakers you will enjoy. This is a great opportunity for a make up meeting or for potential members that cannot attend noon meetings. If you plan to attend, please notify Paul Campbell (paulcamp64@gmail.com) or Joel Johnson (jsjohns46@yahoo.com) a day in advance. We look forward to seeing you!!!

WHAT'S AHEAD FOR OUR ACTIVE GROUP!

Committee meetings:

Board meeting - second Wednesday of every month

Community Service - third Thursday of every month

International Service - third Thursday of every month

Activities:

November 12 Senior Health Fair

November 12 Friendship dinner

November 17 Project cure

November 19 Friendship dinner

December 2 An Evening of Health & Hope for Douglas Elbert Task Force

December 7 Santa Clothes at Kohl’s

December 15 Holiday Party at the Sundial House, HR Backcountry

2017:

January 8 International Service Committee trip to Costa Rica

January 7 RI President's Dinner & Polio Plus Fundraiser

January 22-28 Rotary Caribbean Cruise

October Gala

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Member Birthdays

Lee Mc Cue

November 5

Tom Keyton

November 9

Fred Erb

November 12

Sue Bramley

November 19

Jan Selinfreund

November 29

Spouse Birthdays

Nancy Walsh

November 6

Tom Keyton

November 9

Jan Selinfreund

November 29

Anniversaries

Joel Johnson

Peggy La Plante

November 10

Join Date

Gail Mullin

November 1, 2012

4 years

Jerry Selinfreund

November 1, 2004

12 years

William Piche

November 1, 2012

4 years

Nov 17, 2016

Carol Bronsdon / Mary Kay Hasz

Classification Talk / Rotary Foundation RI

Nov 17, 2016

Student of the Month

Nov 24, 2016

Dark - Thanksgiving

Dec 01, 2016

Heather Berry - tentative

White House environmental honoree

Dec 15, 2016

Denver DA, Mitch Morrissey

Human Trafficking

Dec 15, 2016

Holiday Party at the Sundial House

Dec 22, 2016

DARK

Dec 29, 2016

Holiday white elephant, champagne toast-Lone Tree

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President

Jan Selinfreund

President Elect

Cindy Begley

Treasurer

Tom Keyton

Secretary

Fred Erb

Public Relations

Patrick Prutsman

Co-Chair Community Service

Connie Golas

Literacy

Sue Bramley

Vocational Services

Sue Bramley

Youth Services

Marion Trummer

Rotary Warm Heart

Tom Keyton

International Service

Bill Simmermon

Newsletter Editor

Sue Bramley

RI Foundation

Jerry Wilford

Co-Chair Community Service

Elizabeth Kringel

Membership

Mary Kay Hasz

Programs

Sue Bramley

Family of Rotary

Carolyn Bradish

Director

Michelle McRae

Director

Li Liu

Director Sunrise Liason

Joel Johnson

Social

Steve Miller

President Elect Nominee

Jim Bramley

Historian

Jim Kelley Jr

Director

Connie Golas

Director

Arthur Cone

RYLA/YRYLA

Jan Keyton

HRR Foundation

Steve Miller

Membership Co-Chair

Bob Walsh

Past President

Steve Miller

Community Service Committee

Oct 27, 2016 11:00 AM

Pending - SB

Dec 01, 2016