THIS WEEK: JJ Johnson, Zuma's Rescue Ranch and Club Biz
Greeter(s): Mary Kay Hasz
Inspiration: Ray Anderson
50/50 winner: Steve Miller
LAST WEEK:Justin Kruger, Project Helping
Debby introduced Justin who shared his personal mental health experiences in developing Project Helping. Project Helping organizes and leads meaningful, social, and accessible volunteer projects to leverage the health benefits of serving others to improve the mental wellness of the volunteer. Specifically focusing on adolescent mental health Justin has begun distributing Kynd Kits, a volunteer project and teen mental health care kit in a box, in high schools. Kynd schools also have youth advisory councils for mental health resources. To learn more and/or order your Kynd kit see projecthelping.org.
We welcomed Mike O'Brien as this week's guest and Chip Hartney as our new member.
Thank you, Arthur, as he stepped in as President while Tom recovers from eye surgery.
Tamie and Tom gave a Bright Futures update, when the meeting started Tamie was setting the scale to $98,375 but that was not to be the case. An additional $5000 was donated during the meeting for $103,375 or 87% of our goal ($120,000)!
Remember, our ultimate goal is for 100% of the Club to donate; a certain amount is not required, simply a donation. The Sunrise group have 100% commitment.
This week we also had drawings from those who have donated; Debby won the bottle of wine and Connie Golas the gift card.
Connie Golas has a signup sheet for the Rotary District Area 4 meeting Aug 31st. (See email sent Aug 2nd for complete details or flyers placed on all tables.) The District is providing hotdogs and brats; our Club is responsible for appetizers and/or sides (single servings only). BYOB - bring your own beverages. Please sign up indicating what you will bring and how many in your party, family and kids welcome.
A "Christmas in August" fundraiser is also being held; please bring a $10+ gift card to the event.
Congratulations to Terre Cone who purchased last week's beautiful auction item.
Announcements
Sale of peaches/pears closed at midnight on the 10th with
boxes sold!
Total is a bit less than last year, but we met our sales goal with special thanks to the help and support of Bill Leeper.
Our Peachy Girls...
As boxes are picked up recipients are encouraged to bring food for IFCS. This year IFCS is asking for personal hygiene products as well.
From Jan Keyton:
Our Club is hosting an After- RYLA Dinner Party to hear the kids describe their experiences on Aug 22nd at the Northridge Rec Center Pavilion, 6:30pm-8pm. If attending, please RSVP to Jan by Aug 19th. Box Dinners will be served, $14/person. Sandwich choices are available when you RSVP.
Michelle, Arthur, and Claudia (excuse me if I'm forgetting someone) were RYLA Counselors this year. Claudia shared a touching story about one of her kids, Bobby; Bobby has health problems and lives with his grandmother. Bobby is a fighter and seems he got it from Grandma however Grandma needs new tires for her car. As Claudia was proceeding with her story Debby stood up and graciously donated $1000 towards the tires from our Foundation. It is heartwarming to see our Club in action. Thank you!
Kevin gave an update on the Afghan family: the kids are in school (and doing better in English thanks to Katie's tutoring), Mom is learning to drive, and Dad is successfully working. Kevin's poignant words, "We set a ball in motion, this family will help other families."
Afghan Family Current wishes
A similar shelf to store 25-pound bags of flour, rice, etc.
A cruiser/bouncer for the baby to sit in and propel across the floor.
To reiterate an email from Bev:
Our Interact Program is looking to add 1 or 2 Rotarians to their team. Kelsey Lyons is our current Interact Chair and has her hands full with 55 clubs to serve! Interested? Contact Cheryl O’Brien, District Youth Services Chair (cherylannobrien@hotmail.com) or Kelsey Lyons, District Young Rotary/Interact Chair (rotarykelsey@gmail.com).
Family of Rotary Concerns
Our prayers and best wishes continue for Reen as she recovers from back surgery. And, happy to hear Peter is feeling better and will be joining us soon.
Save the Date
Aug 17th - Pop-the-trunk, IFCS, 8am. A few more volunteers are needed.
Pop-the-trunk will be the 3rd Wednesday in September & October.
Aug 20th - BUSY DAY, Peach & Pear sale at Eastridge Rec Center and the beer booth at Western Welcome Week.
A few spots open to volunteer at both events; contact the Keyton's or Mark Eberly if interested.
If someone is picking up your peaches/pears, please let Bill Leeper know the name of that person.
Aug 21st - Rotary Day at the Rockies vs San Francisco Giants, 1-5pm, 2001 Blake St, 80205. Tickets $31 with $5 going to Polio Plus, http://www.rockies.com/ROTARY
Aug 22nd - After- RYLA Dinner Party, Northridge Rec Center Pavilion, 6:30pm-8pm. Please RSVP to Jan Keyton by the 19th.
Aug 31st - Area 4 Assembly and Picnic (Castle Pines, Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, and Parker Clubs), 5-7pm, Rocky Vista University, 8401
S Chambers Rd, 80134. Visit with and hear message from our new District Governor Buchi Anikpezie. We will not have a meeting on Thursday, Sep 1st. See email (Aug 2nd) with complete information.
Sep 24th - Woohoomanity Bike Ride & Fundraiser,learn more and register, www.woohoomanity.org.
Oct 15 - Bright Futures Benefit Celebration, Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons Street, 80124. 6pm cocktail reception and silent auction and 8pm musical performance "Forever Young". Cash bar and Hors D'oeuvres, complimentary performance tickets, cocktail attire.
Oct 29 - Brunch at Ronald McDonald House in Aurora. 6-7 volunteers allowed; let Arthur know if interested.
Membership Committee
Next meeting Oct 6th, 11am
International Service
Next meeting Sep14th, 11am
Rotary Teacher Training
Next meeting Sep 7th, 10am via Zoom
Pediatric Mental Health Committee
Next meeting Sep 6th, 9am via Zoom
Public Relations Committee
Next meeting, Sep 20th, 4:30pm, location TBD
Community Service
Next meeting, Aug 18th, 1:30pm.
Contact Elizabeth if you are interested in painting at Help & Hope on Aug 26th.
Project Angel Heart continues to collect decorated bags for food distribution.
Military Support
Next meeting Aug 24th, 8am via Zoom.
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 Southridge Recreation Center, Arrowhead Room, 4800 Mcarthur Ranch Road 80130 through September. 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 Lee Mulberry (303-522-6650) 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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