THIS WEEK - Alicia Cartwright, the 21st Century Library
Check out the parking lot before this week's meeting, 11:30 to noon; Mike Foss will be driving the Honor Truckdisplaying pictures of over 4400 soldiers lost between 2002 & 2012
Greeters - 3/28 - Betsy Alexander & Mickie Cameron
4/4 - Patrick Prutsman & Michelle McCrae
Inspiration - 3/28 - Ari Block
4/4 - Nancy Arkins
Marion Trummer won the 50/50 and is responsible for the 3/28 meeting
Last Week - Dax Presuto, Victory Service Dogs
Dax was joined by Kenny Morrow and his dog, Tobias. They described their mission; helping Veterans achieve a full life of increased independence, purpose, and dignity through a partnership with a loving service companion. For more information, www.victorysd.org
We welcomed back Arthur & Marion; both progressing well on their road to recovery
Young Rotary - Lee Mulberry
Lee stated, despite the blizzard, the North American Youth Exchange Conference had a significant turn out. Europe, US, & South American are the most popular destinations. North American sponsored 11,000 in- and out-bound students.
Highlands Ranch High School is very interested in resuming their Young Rotary participation. Currently they have identified a Young Rotary Champion & a school advisor; a Rotarian to support the group is missing. If you are the interested Rotarian please contact Lee, Connie or Mindy Hendrick.
More CLUB NEWS
Congratulations to the Block family as they welcome their new son, Joshua
Additional painters needed for Mar 23rd at Douglas/Elbert Task Force; contact Jim Bramley
Military Committee - next meeting, Mar 27th, 7:30 am, Coldwell Banker
Next International Committee meeting, Mar 28th after Club meeting
April 4th, IFCS paper drive, please contribute paper goods (toilet paper, Kleenex, diapers, paper towels, etc)
Scholarship Committee meeting Apr 4th 11am
Contact Marty Genereux at 303-798-9036 if you are interested in playing golf; weekly or every other week
2019 Achievement Luncheon, April 10th at the Pace Center in Parker, will honor Joe Roos for outstanding non-profit and Phil Calderbank for leadership and the IB program. CONGRATULATIONS!
Tickets are going fast for Joshua Station's 13th Annual Spring Theater Event! Order by March 30th
Copy this link to order your tickets on line https://milehighmin.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/JoshuaStationSpringTheater2019/PurchaseTickets/tabid/1044289/Default.aspx
This year's Gala, now called "Bright Futures Benefit", has chosen the title "Take it to the Limit"
Next Bright Futures Benefit meeting April 11th after the Club meeting, ALL WELCOME
Walk for Fresh Water to bring clean water to schools in Malawi, Africa; experience the water crisis first hand, Apr 14th, 9am-12pm, CU South Denver-Globeology Exhibit, 10035 Peoria Street, Parker 80134
Upcoming Events
Ronald McDonald House Saturday breakfasts, alternating between Aurora and Denver locations. future dates forthcoming
Painting at Hope & Help Center, Mar 23rd and 30th, Douglas/Elbert Task Force, 1638 Park St, Castle Rock, 80109
Literacy Workshop 2019, Mar 30th, New Perspectives on Literacy & Basic Education for Colorado and the World, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, Joy Burns Center at the Hospitality School – University of Denver, 2044 E. Evans Avenue, Denver, CO 80208
Friendship Dinners, Apr 6th and 13th (both dates are at capacity)
2019 Achievement Luncheon, Apr 10th, 11am - 1pm, PACE Center in Parker, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave, 80138. Tickets are $50 & may be obtained via ccvrachieve.com
Joshua Station Spring Theater - Beehive, Apr 11th, 5-9:30pm, Lonetree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, 80124, tickets $25, VIP $100. Order tickets by Mar 30th at vortiz@milehighmin.org or call Virginia Ortiz, 303-586-5992
District 5450 District Conference, Apr 27th, 9am - 9pm, Arvada Events Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, 80003. Register now
RI Convention, June 1-5, Hamburg, Germany
NCOA Golf Tournament, June 21st, Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course, Ft. Carson
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 Children's Hospital at 1811 Plaza Dr. Highlands Ranch. We offer a delicious continental breakfast ($10.00 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 Marty Genereux at 303-798-9036 or Russell Hatten at 303-898-3987 a day in advance. We look forward to seeing you!
