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Petoskey Rotary Noon Club NEWSLETTER

August 23, 2023

101 Years of Service Above Self

Welcome to the Rotary Club of Petoskey. President Reg Smith officiated the meeting.

If you did not get the chance to attend, you can read about it in this newsletter.

Pledge/Anthem:  Howard Richards led us in America the Beautiful

4-Way Test:  John Emley   

Invocation:  Chris Hammond

If you were singing in the rain this morning, maybe you were channeling Gene Kelly, who was born on this date in 1912.

Here, with the Great Lakes at our doorstep, it's easy to take clean water for granted.  As a leader in sustainable solutions, Rotary International has long said that when it comes to the health, education, economic development and mortality, no need is greater than clean water and sanitation. HANWASH, a project that our club has endorsed, is an example of Rotary's work in this area as it seeks to provide safe, sustainable, and affordable water and sanitation to all citizens of Haiti. You'll be hearing more about that in the coming months.

Until then, let's remember the words of Leonardo da Vinci, "In time, and with water, everything changes."

Calendar Winners:  Read off by Nick White   

Calendar Winners August 23, 2023

Visiting Rotarians:  Shirley Love, Cincinnati, OH

Guests:  Becky Fettig, Speaker

Life Events: 

Birthdays: 

Chris Hammond

John Parker

Anniversaries:

Georgia Abbott – 8 Years

Jeff Wynder – 8 Years

Singing/Song:  Howard Richards led us in Happy Birthday and Smile

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Before Today’s program let’s hear from our International President once again:

https://ragonmentalhealth.org/

Rotary Youth Exchange at Camp Daggett:  The District’s Rotary Youth Exchange program is back in full swing with inbound students from around the world and outbound US students visiting Camp Daggett for their orientation retreat on the weekend after Labor Day (Sept. 8 – 10). Once again, the Charlevoix and Petoskey Clubs are being asked to provide volunteers to assist with meal service during the weekend.  In the past, many members from your club have volunteered to help. Here is a link with a sign-up sheet that can be completed online or volunteers can feel free to contact me directly by email, text, or phone with questions and to sign up. Thanks so much for making your members aware of this special upcoming service opportunity.  Most volunteers have really enjoyed this special weekend and interacting with students from around the world who are deeply appreciative for the meal service and fellowship.

Learning to Lead:  Rotary Zones 28/32 "Learning to Lead" is a perfect opportunity to "future-proof" your club and district.  We are offering two separate programs at the end of next month in Toronto, and one might be perfect for you or someone in your club: 

·        The Young Professionals program is for any Rotarian under the age of 40 (or close, we're not checking I.D.) looking to network with other YPs and see Rotary outside of their club/district.

·        The Future Leaders program is for any Rotarian, regardless of age, looking to understand what leadership opportunities are available outside of their club.

Register today at the Zone 28/32 website or use LINK

Calendar News:  Members need to contact Karen Ragland to arrange pick up of calendars.  734 320 0424 or karenmragland@comcast.net.

Also, very IMPORTANT: Calendar Caution:  Members please NO NOT cover up ticket number when applying labels.  It makes it impossible to assign your calendar buyers to a specific number.

Fall Festival News:  Fall Festival Fundraiser is October 7th. The club is looking for sponsors. Contact Anna McGlashen. amcglashen@watershedcouncil.org

Greetings from Kristy Beyer. She is working at https://www.hesselschoolhouse.org/board-members-staff/

NOTE ABOUT ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Going forward, announcements will be limited to Rotary-specific topics. If you have an announcement for personal or work projects, fundraisers, opportunities, or campaigns, you can email Terry Newton or Andrea Coronado to be shared in the newsletter and on social media. This will aid our efforts to keep meetings to one hour.

PROGRAM:  Becky Fettig – Ronon's Place Becky is an educator with 27 years’ experience. Ronon’s Place is a heart project for the Fettig’s, for it was formed in memory of their son Ronon. Ronon suffered a traumatic brain injury and lost his life to suicide in 2018. It is from this place that the Fettig’s are committing themselves to serving Indian River and the surrounding communities.  https://www.rononsplace.org/

Next Week’s Program:  District Governor Jeff Coil.  Reminder Board Meeting August 30^th 11am