Since we are not meeting in person Reen and her neighbor, Steve Miller, have agreed to take the collected items: diapers, Depends, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene products to IFCS. Reen, 934 Shadow Mountain Drive, 80126
They will deliver the next batch after Feb 3rd.
Their delivery last week filled 5 large grocery carts! Thank you!
Please contact Connie Golas, 303-875-5666, she needs a few additional sides by Feb 7th for the meal at the Crawford HouseFeb 8th.
Inspiration: Debbie Leonard
LAST WEEK:Bob Pence, Adventures of a Career in the FBI
Bob found his dream job being an FBI agent; he shared several interesting kidnapping tales. He has written a book, My Non-Political FBI: From Hoover to a Violent America. Please see the email blast with further information about his book. We will see Bob in-person in April.
Via Zoom, we welcomed two new faces, Trina Johnson and Anthony Archuleta.
Kevin and Connie Golas provided an update on the Afghan Refugees project. They described the Afghan Placement and Assistance Program, APA, designed to provide initial relocation support. They offered potential ways of support once they arrive in Denver and suggested we use the International Rescue Committee (IRC). IRC offers options: community sponsorship, HOME, and ad-hoc opportunities.
Kevin suggested we use the HOME program and individuals have the option of providing additional ad-hoc support. Please let Kevin and/or Connie know of your interest in this project.
Bill read a description of the Paul Harris Fellows; they are the backbone of the annual support to The Rotary Foundation, and those donations are the only reason that enables Rotarians to carry on a world-wide program of educational and humanitarian programs. He recognized the following PHF for their contributions: Joan Dameron base level, Patricia Sznip +1, Arthur Cone +2, Jon Heggie +2, Marion Trummer +3, Steve Miller +4, Shrin Murthy +5, Scott Davenport +6, Zig Berzins +8, and Bob Martin +8.
Bill also acknowledged gifts from James Simmermon and JoAnn Six to our Foundation. Thank you!
Announcements
Jerry Selinfreund, Nomination Committee Chair,
announced the nominees from the Nominating Committee for the three Board Director positions and the President Elect Nominee in Waiting. Respectively, Kari Brown, Claudia Caves, Reen Gottron, Kevin Mizer, and Elya Kinsey (Directors) and Arthur Cone (PEN in waiting). Two of the Director positions are for 2 years and one position for 1 year. Jerry then called for nominations from the floor; no additional individuals were nominated. Nominations for all positions remain open through Feb 3rd. Voting will be done via email or monkey survey and will close on Feb 10th.
Ray discussed the District Conference, Apr 29th and 30th, at the Hangar at Stanley Marketplace. He, Bill, and Tamie have been brainstorming and welcome other voices to join them. Friday night will be the House of Friendship where each Club shows off what they have been doing. The theme of Saturday's all-day event is "youth"; the keynote speaker will discuss empowering girls and boys. Bev Mendel will handle the logistics and registration. Registration will begin mid-February. Our Club will provide Sargeant-at-Arms.
YESS (Youth Education & Safety in Schools) - Jan Keyton
Upcoming "Mental Health First Aid Program", via Zoom will be offered now on Feb 23rd, the Feb 15th date is full. Please let Jan know if you are interested in attending.
2022 RYLA(Rotary Youth Leadership Award) and Young RYLA.
RYLA dates are July 17-22 and Young RYLA will hold two conferences: June 19 - 24 & July 24 - 29. All three conferences will be held at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park. Applications on the website will open early Feb 2022,
Our best wishes and prayers go out to Bill Leeper as he recovers from a fall and pelvic fracture. He would enjoy texts or calls to ease his recovery. Our thoughts and prayers continue for Carolynand Connie Dix as they progress in their recovery. Guy stated he saw Scott Davenport and he is doing well, "has the twinkle back in his eyes". Our love continues to enfold Goldie as she progresses in her treatments; now every 6 weeks vs weekly.
Save the Date
Mar 10th - State of the State Lunch and Mental Health Expo
Mar 4th and 5th - Colorado Choir Concert, March, Songs of Love and Loss, 7:30pm, Bethany Lutheran Church, www.TheColoradoChoir.org
Mar 11th & 12th - Cherry Creek Chorale, American Songbook - music by American women, 7:30pm, Bethany Lutheran Church, www.cherrycreekchorale.org
Please follow the chorale groups websites for further performances.
Apr 29-30 - District Conference, plan to attend in support of "our" District Governor
Jun 15th - NCOA Fort Carson Golf Tournament
Membership Committee
Next meeting, Feb 3rd, 11 am.
International Service
Next meeting Feb 10th, 11am.
Patricia provided an update; the Committee has approved 4 projects to support and have received funding. They include continuing to sponsor WAC (judges needed for Apr 2nd), a partnership with Teach United, and a partnership with Denver SE Club supporting a water project in Cameroon and a health club (water and sanitation) in Kenya.
Youth Mental Health Committee
Next meetingFeb 10th, 1:45pm.
Public Relations Committee
Next meeting, Feb 15th, 4:15pm, location to be determined.
Community Service
Next meeting, Feb 24th, 11 am.
Help & Hope painting Feb 11th needs 1 or 2 additional volunteers.
Project Cure, Feb 14th.
Pop-the-trunk is the 3rd Wednesday in Jan, Feb, and Mar at 8-11:30am. February's date is the 16th.
Ronald McDonald House, Connie Golas and Arthur prepared 50 fabulous meals on Jan 26th. Connie says Arthur may have up to 3 volunteers to assist him in the near future.
Contact ReStore, 970-799-4321, if you are interested in volunteering and register at habitatmetrodenver.org (click the ReStores tab).
Project Angel Heart continues to collect decorated bags for food distribution.
Remember to send yourvolunteer hoursto Elizabeth including your name, what activity you participated in, the date of the activity, and the number of hours, 970-799-4321.
Military Support
Crawford house quarterly dinner will take place on Tuesday 2/8. Please see above request for additional sides.
Next meeting Feb 23rd, 8am as Zoom meeting only. See email from David Blackwood for the meeting link.
Upcoming Events will no longer be listed here. Please look at the right column for upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. Click on the event for full details.
Please join theHighlands Ranch Rotary Sunrise groupfor our regular meetings at Eastridge Recreation Center, 9568 S University Blvd. Aspen Room. We are a very active club, have regular speakers, participate in “safe” service volunteer opportunities, and strive to make a difference in the community. And we have fun at the same time!
Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 7:15 – 8:30 am. Please contact either Gary Smith (303-522-3355) or Elena Cumberbatch-Lynch (303-875-3418) if you plan to attend. This is a great opportunity for a make-up meeting or for potential members that cannot easily attend noon meetings. We look forward to seeing you and welcome any guests that would like to join us!
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