Petoskey Rotary Noon Club NEWSLETTER

August 3, 2022

101 Years of Service Above Self

Welcome to the Rotary Club of Petoskey. President Jeff Wynder officiated the meeting. If you did not get the chance to attend, you can read about it from this newsletter.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Rotary, we understand that cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is essential to realizing our vision of a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change.

We value diversity and celebrate the contributions of people of all backgrounds, across age, ethnicity, race, color, disability, learning style, religion, faith, socioeconomic status, culture, marital status, languages spoken, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity as well as differences in ideas, thoughts, values, and beliefs.

Recognizing that individuals from certain groups have historically experienced barriers to membership, participation, and leadership, we commit to advancing equity in all aspects of Rotary, including in our community partnerships, so that each person has the necessary access to resources, opportunities, networks, and support to thrive.

We believe that all people hold visible and invisible qualities that inherently make them unique, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where each person knows they are valued and belong.

In line with our value of integrity, we are committed to being honest and transparent about where we are in our DEI journey as an organization, and to continuing to learn and do better.

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

4-Way Test:  Chris Hammond

Invocation:  Jean Frentz

RULES OF BEING A GOOD FRIEND

Keep in touch

Initiate contact

Say ‘yes’ more than ‘no’

Be a better listener than talker

Surprise your friend occasionally

Ask for advice from them

Make your relationship reciprocal

Genuinely thank & compliment when appropriate

Be honest, but kind

Support each other

Calendar Winners:  Read off by Nick White

Calendar Winners August 3, 2022

    
    
Prize
Cal#
Calendar Winner
City
Sold By
$50
1361
Gayle Bouters
Boyne City
Petoskey
$50
2479
Kassia Perpich
Petoskey
Petoskey
$50
1858
John Mohler
Petoskey
Petoskey
$50
1834
Ryan Brummeler
Petoskey
Petoskey
$50
1119
Rossman Eye Care
Petoskey
Petoskey

Visiting Rotarians:  Dick Chambers, Holland, MI who was presented a Past President Badge today for his 1978-1979 Presidential term in Rotary Club of Petoskey

Guests:  Linda Rogers, Angie Morthland; Speakers; Deanna Klosinski, Teryn Klosinski, Marie Klopf, Prospective Member

Life Events:  None

Personal Updates:  None

Birthdays: 

Stafford Smith

Anniversaries:  

Herb Carlson – 63 Years

Singing/Song:  Howard Richards led us in Happy Birthday, Smile and 1935 George Gershwin “Summertime”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Calendar Sales:  Karen Ragland announced that calendars will be ready for pick up on August 17th around 11:30 AM.

Polio Update:  A case of Polio was discovered in New York! Stay tuned for more information on how Rotary will respond to help combat Polio in the US and around the world. 

New School Superintendent:  Public Schools of Petoskey's next superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie will be joining us at next week's meeting.

Habitat for Humanity:  Invites you to attend their Open House at the Meadowlands Subdivision in Alanson August 7th - August 10th from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm to learn about the Foundations For Our Future Campaign. The Habitat Team will be on site offering tours of two Habitat modular homes that are currently under construction. 

North Central Michigan College:  Announced their new women's volleyball team and their new offerings in their Fast Track Programming which includes career paths in healthcare, auto repair, and HVAC. 

Karen Ragland:  Requesting members to designate a "Rotary Buddy" to keep the club informed if you are ill, have life changes, or are absent from meetings.

Mark Your Calendars:  October 15 will be our second Fall Festival. It is being planned out by Kendal Klingelsmith, Nikki Devitt and Ashley Whitney. The goal is to raise at least $5,000 this year.

Rotary Business Decals Now Available:  Want to show off your Rotary affiliation? See Terry Newton -- he has snazzy new Rotary window decals available for $4.00 each.

PROGRAM  Linda Rogers and Angie Morthland joined us from the American Rosie the Riveter Foundation. The purpose of the American Rosie the Riveter Association (ARRA) is to recognize and preserve the history and legacy of working women, including volunteer women, during World War II; to promote cooperation and fellowship among such members and their descendants; and to further the advancement of patriotic ideals, excellence in the workplace, and loyalty to the United States of America.

Next Week’s Program:  Gail Kloss – Women’s Resource Center