Mark Brown gave his classification speech and talked about his lovely wife Kari and their little redheaded son. Mark also talked about his work at ECO Roof & Solar
Mike Foss was already known to us as the brains behind the Warrior Bonfire Program an organization created for service members who have been wounded in combat operations. The purpose of their programs is to encourage camaraderie between those that can fully understand the mindset of a combat wounded soldier and /or their spouse, foster healing through those relationships, inspire growth towards new passions and purpose post military service, or simply know they are not alone.
Our students will be coming through the holidays
THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:
ABBAS RAJABI, 5450 DISTRICT GOVERNOR VISIT
Abbas Rajabi, our new district governor will address the club this Thursday.
Abbas, an American by choice, grew up in Hamadan, Iran in a large family. His passion for education brought him to the United States where he pursued a degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas in Arlington. After working at several large companies, Abbas decided that his entrepreneurial spirit was too strong to deny. He began several small businesses in Texas, South Carolina and then Colorado while also building a family. Most recently, he is the founder and president of Mohegan Capital, a private real estate investment fund specializing in value-add and income producing industrial real estate.
He's shown here at our Gala last week along with fellow Southeast Rotary Club's Peter VanArsdale. If you recall Peter spoke to us last February talking about refugees.
Be there or be square - don't miss this opportunity to meet Abbas!
GREETER SCHEDULE
October 26: Gail Mullin & Joe Roos
November 2: Cindy Begley & Mark McNary
** Remember, it's you're responsibility to find a greeter replacement if you can't make your assigned day!
OTHER NEWS THAT'S FIT TO PRINT
Hands together for Li Liu, our wonderful photographer! I forgot to credit his work at the Gala where he spent his evening documenting the highlights!
COSTA RICA PREPARATION!
By Bill Simmermon
After lunch, the CR team deflated 30 soccer balls that we will transport to Costa Rica and provide to each of the schools as gifts along with the hundreds of much needed books that we will provide.
BRIAN WATSON RUNNING FOR COLORADO STATE TREASURER
We all enjoyed Brian's program a few weeks ago on Mountains of Opportunity & the Opportunity Coalition. Well, I just found out he's running for the state treasurer's office, as another former speaker, Walker Stapleton, moves on in his run for governor. Here's a link to Brian's announcement. If it's not a live link, copy and paste into your browser address bar. http://mailchi.mp/8a77962d28bc/im-running-for-colorado-treasurer-and-heres-what-that-means-3129?e=0c2dde5779
BTW, Brian sent me several more copies of his book, The 7 Rings, a journey to a balanced life of peace, passion and purpose. If you missed getting one, please email sueannebramley@yahoo.com
MOUNTAIN VIEW INTERACT NEWS
The girls at the IFCS food drive at King Soopers
Here is the gang with their booty!
Nice group pic at IFCS
After the collection, they went back to load the food bank shelves
In the previous two months MVHS Interact has gotten a strong start to the year by starting off many of our monthly events. This year we have 61 members and are excited to see what the rest of the year will hold for us and the rest of our community through our service.
Bake Sale (9/13): Students were asked to individually wrap treats which we sold at the Homecoming Bake Sale. One hour of community service was given to each student if a sufficient amount of baked goods were brought in. We went to the Unified and Powderpuff games to raise money for the Unified team. This event was from 5:30-8:30 where we took shifts selling the baked goods for $1.
Peaceful Schools (9/7, 10/5): Every month, we visit Summit View Elementary and read books to the students. The books teach the kids life lessons like standing up against bullying, emotions, accepting others, etc. We do this event from 8:15 - 9:30 on Thursdays.
Bessie's Hope (9/23): For this event we go to Brookdale and spend time with people affected by Alzheimer's or Dementia. We do crafts, sing songs, and play games with them to brighten their day. We do this event monthly on Saturdays from 10 - 11:30.
Here they are at Project C.U.R.E (9/21): We go to the Project CURE building in Centennial. We sort medical supplies which go directly to areas that request them. This is a favorite among many of our members both due to how fun the event is and because we get to Interact with Rotary members. It goes from 6:30 - 8:30.
BRING IN YOUR JELLY THIS WEEK!
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Want to know more about what's happening on the district 5450 level? Click here for their events http://www.rotary5450.org/
~ Ronald McDonald Halloween breakfast, Saturday, Oct. 28, 7:30 am
~ Rotary Readers at Sedalia Elementary, Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 am
~ Rotary Readers at Bear Creek Elementary, Mondays 1-2 pm
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
International Service - third Thursday of every month
Community Service - fourth Thursday of every month
Neil D. DiLorenzo, CPA, P.C. Certified Public Accountants Greenwood Executive Park, Bldg. 6 6430 South Quebec Street Centennial, Colorado 80111-4628 303-796-7645 www.dilorenzocpa.com
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Jerry & Jan Selinfreund, CRS Broker Associates Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 303-550-4242
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