- Adjunct Professor, James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona
- Chair, Committee on Examinations, State Bar of Arizona
- Project Coordinator, Operation Deep Freeze
- Member, SMART Project, Pima County Sheriff’s Department
- Treasurer, Pima County Democratic Party
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7-4-23 No Meeting Happy Independence Day! |
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Dottie Poczulp, Vocational PresentationSPEAKER: June 19, 2018 VIP Designs LLC
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Marana Chief of Police, Terry RozemaSPEAKER: Jun 12, 2018 Chief Terry Rozema The State of Marana Police Department and the growth of the town The Marana Police Department is comprised of 119 full time employees (91 commissioned officers and 28 civilians) and nearly fifty volunteers, providing safety and security to more than 44,000 residents over 127 square miles. These dedicated men and women work together as a team to ensure our residents and visitors receive unparalleled police services.As we continue to grow and work toward becoming the most well respected and highly regarded police department in Arizona, it is my hope and expectation that any interactions you have with our personnel will leave you impressed with the level of professionalism, competence, compassion, and dedication with which we approach our duties. Our team is proud and honored to serve this great community and we maintain an unwavering dedication to ensure the safety and security of every person who lives or visits our Town. |
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Wes Ground: Vietnam conflictSpeaker - June 5, 2018 |
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Installation Dinner - June 30, 2018Congratulations, President Jim Brunenkant! Thank you also to Keith Ganske and Brother John's BBQ for an excellent event! |
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Memorial Day May 28, 2018 |
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OPR Board Approves 2 New MembersIvan Russell Sponsor: Sam Behrend Business Owner: Arizona Spring Company Dottie Poczulp Sponsor: Sarah LoRang Business owner: VIP Designs Inc |
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Surprise 95th Birthday Party!SURPRISE SURPRISE JACK STEINDLER 95th BIRTHDAY PARTY OPR STYLE! |
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Paul Hawkins, OPR, Rotary and MoreSPEAKER May 22, 2018 Paul Hawkins |
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Tucson Fire Department - TC-3 ProgramSPEAKER 5/15/2018 Brian Thompson |
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Business Travel - Staying Safe in Unfamiliar PlacesSPEAKER MAY 8, 2018 Dawn Armstrong, ThinkSafe Seminars A second degree black belt, Dawn has studied martial arts for over 17 years. She has applied those techniques – and more importantly how to not need them – while living in major US cities and traveling extensively. Her Every Day Self Defense seminars explore a variety of effective strategies based on preventing violence and crime before it happens. By teaching people how to look for, identify, and avoid threats, Dawn’s goal is to help them enjoy their days with more awareness and less fear. The ThinkSAFE curriculum was developed by interviewing world-class experts in the field, including police, US military and Border Patrol. Their knowledge and experience blended with Dawn’s to create the knowledge base she shares with clients today. Dawn earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Syracuse University and spent the first 25 years of her career helping businesses and non-profits grow via marketing and business development. Dawn loves exploring new places with family and friends, cooking, and the continuing challenge of keeping plants alive & flowering in the Southwest desert.
http://www.thinksafeseminars.com/
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Club Assembly May 1, 2018OPR Club Assembly for May 1, 2018 |
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FWHS Student of the MonthMs. Dalrymple |
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Wiley Coyote and OPR Rotary FriendsPast Presidents Keith Ganske, Shannan Marty and President Sam Behrend |
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OPR 501c(3) Foundation Board |
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D5500 Rotary Tree Planting Clubs |
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2018 OPR RYLA UPDATEPresentation April 10, 2018 by Gabriel Loya and Lilliana Reyes With Past President and OPR RYLA representative, Paul and Sally Hawkins |
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Pima County Sheriff Mark Napier, Speaker April 17, 2018SPEAKER April 17, 2018 Sheriff Mark Napier Community Programs Sponsored by the Pima County Sheriff's Department Welcome to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department website. I am Sheriff Mark Napier and I am proud to offer you this window into our Department. This provides you the opportunity to learn about our department and its programs, and have better access to us so that we may better serve you. The Sheriff’s Department provides law enforcement services to approximately 330,000 residents in unincorporated Pima County and patrols an area covering 9,200 square miles with a total population of 1 million. I am proud that the hardworking commissioned men and women of my Department provide an unparalleled level of service and answer calls that other agencies do not. In addition, we run a full-scale correctional facility capable of housing up to 2,000 inmates—another huge responsibility that is met every day by my outstanding Corrections staff. In my 28 years of law enforcement experience, there is nothing more challenging and rewarding than leading the Pima County Sheriff’s Department today. As the 34th elected sheriff of Pima County, I am humbled by the awesome responsibility and the obligation I have to ensure your safety and enforcement needs are met. We aim to bring you the highest level of cutting edge service--provided with care, compassion, and professionalism. |
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The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona OPR RecipientCongrats Sophia on your outstanding commitment to the community and promoting Rotary International! |
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Old Pueblo Rotary 60th Anniversary Party!At Shannan Marty's residence April 22, 2018 @ 5PM. Invitations to follow. |
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OPR Rotary Lunch with the BoysPaul, Art and Tom |
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Flowing Wells School District OPR MembersJim Brunenkant, President Elect and Rene Ground, Past President |
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Dante, Our Front Desk GreeterDante Archangeli selling raffle tickets: |
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Induction of OPR Newest Member, Joan Sarver ButhAt our April 3, 2018 meeting: President Sam Behrend and Joan Sarver Buth
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Water Recovery Efforts in Puerto RicoGeorge Villec, Speaker April 3, 2018 |
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Report on RYLA ExperienceSpeakers: Lilliana Reyes and Gabe Loya |
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OPR 501(c)3 Foundation Mission Vision and PurposeOPR has several main causes but the following are our primary areas of focus: Youth and Education Children and Families International Relationships Supporting Local Initiatives Peace and Goodwill |
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George Villec, Recovery Efforts in Puerto Rico: Water PurifyingSPEAKER APRIL 3, 2018 Owner GeoInnovation, LLC George has been a NABCEP Certified PV installer for over 8 years and is a Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer. George has a passion, not only for sustainability, but for the processes that will help the industry survive into the future. He is a founding Member of SASSB, an organization that is dedicated to help the public and qualified companies for solar installations and hold those companies in the industry to high ethical standards that includes the highest level of workmanship. George is recognized in Tucson by City, County and local businesses like Tucson Electric Power as an industry leader. George has also educated people in professional settings like Pima Community College.
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OPR & FWHS Student of the MonthOPR President Sam Behrend and FWHS Student of the Month, Samantha accepting a small token of appreciation from the club. |
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Honorary OPR Member Frank AmosSafe travels back North and we look forward to seeing you again next year! |
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OPR Board Approves Our Newest MemberOn March 20, 2018, OPR Board approved Joan Sarver Buth for membership. Sponsor: Adrienne Barker Occupation: Semi-retired & life and health insurance agent Prior member of rotary in Irvine California. |
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Fun, Fellowship & Rotarian Friendship, Old Pueblo Rotary Style!March 13, 2018 Front Desk Greeters, Tom, Dante and Guest of the Club OPR Members Adrienne, Nina and Guest of the Club OPR Members Linda and Beth PDG Michael and OPR Member Mark OPR President Sam and Immediate Past President Paul
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Pima County Superintendent of Public Instruction, SPEAKER 3/20/2018Dustin Williams, speaker 3/201/2018 Dustin Williams is a lifelong Native Tucsonan. Graduating from Amphitheater High School in 1992, University of Arizona with a degree in education and a Master’s in education from NAU. He started his career as an elementary teacher, was Assistant Director at Ha:san Preparatory & Leadership School and most recently taught 6th grade math. His passion for Public Education has energized him to take the next step in his life. Dustin Williams is the elected Pima County School Superintendent and is excited about the future. He is committed to improve the education throughout Pima County.
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OPR Service Project with FWHS Interact ClubSt Luke's Home Service Project A "BIG SHOUT OUT" to OPR Member Beth Dannheim for arranging and coordinating this service project! |
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PDG Michael Drake & Global Grant Opportunities in MexicoSPEAKER March 13, 2018 PDG Michael Drake Michael is a charter member of the Rotary Club of Tucson Sunset, chartered in 1983, and served as Club President in 1992-93. Michael has served Rotary District 5500 in many positions, including District Governor in 2011-12. He currently is Chair of the District Rotary Foundation Committee. Michael was a member of D5500’s all Rotarian GSE team to the Russian Far East in 1998 and was team leader for the GSE team to Japan in 2007. He has participated in four Rotary Friendship Exchanges and traveled to India in 2005 to participate in a Polio National Immunization Day. He is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow, member of Paul Harris Society, Major Donor, and Member of the Bequest Society. Michael recently received the Service Above Self Award, Rotary International’s highest honor. Fewer than 150 Awards are presented worldwide each year. Michael graduated from Stanford University and the University of Arizona College of Law. He is past-president of the Pima County Bar Association and served 12 years as a Hearing Officer for the Arizona Supreme Court Attorney Disciplinary Commission. He currently practices personal injury law and civil litigation in Tucson. |
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UofA Assistant Dean, Rafael Meza, Speaker 3/6/2018SPEAKER March 6, 2018 Senior Director, Inclusive Excellence and Community Development & Assistant Dean, U of A |
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Hanging Out with the Guys at RotaryOPR Members Keith Ganske & Jim Brunenkant OPR Members Glenn Garrett, Doug Raine, & Robert Waldren Photos by Linda Mazon Gutierrez |
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Rotary Lunch with the Rotary LadiesOPR Members, DGEE Diane Ventura-Goodyear, Beth Dannheim, Shannan Marty & Suzanne Ashby Photo by Linda Mazon Gutierrez |
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OPR & FWHS Student of the MonthFWHS Student of the Month, FWHS Student Counselor and FWHS Principal and OPR Member, Jim Brunenkant Photo by Linda Mazon Gutierrez
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Induction of OPR Newest MemberDG Joe Hentges and Member Andrew Swarthout Photo by Linda Mazon Gutierrez
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OPR Besties!OPR Members, Lynn Kastella, Jim Lovelace & Tom Taylor Photo by OPR Member Linda Mazon Gutierrez
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No Meeting 2/27/2018 - 4th Week of the MonthTuesday 2/27/2018 |
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Alberto Ranjel, OPR Member and Vocational Speaker 2/20/2018 at Hotel TucsonREMEMBER WE ARE BACK AT HOTEL TUCSON THIS TUESDAY: |
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Love of Reading Service Project at Flowing Wells Grade SchoolsOPR members reading with kindergarten children at Centennial and Davis Elementary Schools: Thanks to OPR Member David Baker for arranging this service project.
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Wonderful Reception at UofA , Defense and Security Research InstituteAustin Yamada, Director DSRI and President Sam Behrend Thanks to OPR Member, Patt Kerr for arranging our off site vocational visit with the UofA.
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7th Annual Benefit Concert at the FOX Another Success!We raised ALOT of $$$ for the FWHS Sky School Camp and Youth on their Own! a BIG SHOUT OUT to ALL of our Corporate Sponsors: Robson Associates A Handyman's Haven BeachFleischman PC Chris Pendleton & Shannan Marty w/Tierra Antiqua KVOI 1030 the Voice Homewatch CareGivers Engberg Anderson Architects Guadalajara Grill Beth Dannheim w/American Family Ins R&A CPAs KDT & Co Jewelry Hughes Federal Credit Union And our Concert Committee: Maureen Slack Roy Slack Craig Sumberg Sam Behrend Jim Lovelace A Very Special Thanks to the: FOX Tucson Theatre Foundation
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OPR Board Approves Newest MemberAt the January Monthly Board Meeting, OPR Board Approved our Newest Member: Andrew T. Swarthout Occupation - Geologist (semi-retired) Sponsor - Diane Ventura-Goodyear |
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Tree Planting Service Project FEB 14, 2018Multiple Club Service Project 2/14/2018 Downtown Main Library Plaza 9AM Old Pueblo Rotary Pantano Rotary Presidio Rotary Sunset Rotary Tucson Clean and Beautiful |
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February 13th Off Site Service Project (in lieu of regular meeting at Hotel Tucson)Centennial and Davis Elementary School Service Project Centennial 11AM Davis 12 Noon Service project to read and give books to kindergarten kids SEE EMAILS for More Details and Sign Up Sheets for member assignments
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University of Arizona Old Main, Offsite Visit February 6, 2018OFFSITE VISIT TO University of Arizona Old Main Guest Speaker: Austin Yamada
a BIG SHOUT OUT To Old Pueblo Member Pat Kerr for making all the arrangements! |
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No Regular Club Meeting Tuesday January 30, 2018No Regular Club Meeting 4th Week of the Month at Hotel Tucson Old Pueblo Rotary Club Monthly Board Meeting (1/30/2018 @ noon) at Keith Ganske's office at Noon (For all officers, directors and club chairs) |
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Annual Fine Arts Program at Flowing Wells High School 1/23/2018Annual Off Site Visit at Flowing Wells High School January 23, 2018 ROTC, Choir, Orchestra, Dance, Jazz Band |
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Marc Acuna, Director, Alumni & Student Engagement at the University of Arizona Alumni AssociationSPEAKER 1/16/2018 Marc Acuna UA undergrad recruitment program |
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White Elephant Gift Exchange 1/9/2018 |
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No Regular Club Meeting 12/26/2017 or 1/2/2018OPR club DARK both December 26, 2017 & January 2, 2018 REMEMBER: WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT EXCHANGE 1/9/2018
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Annual Christmas Party at Jacks' lots of Fun!A VERY BIG THANK YOU TO Mr. & Mrs. Jack Steindler!!! OPR Member Linda Mazon Gutierrez and her special guest. OPR Member Shannan Marty OPR Members Jim Brunenkant, Maurice Saroni, Doug Raine, and Pat Kerr OPR Members Nina Mamula and Adrienne Barker OPR Members Paul DeLorme and Jack Steiner and his special guest OPR Members Beth Dannheim and Glenn Garrett OPR Member Paul Hawkins and his special guest OPR Guest Mr. Gutierrez and OPR Members Shannan Marty and Bruce Dusenberry OPR Member Keith Ganske OPR President Sam Behrend A special "THANK YOU" to Linda Mazon Gutierrez for taking all the great pictures. |
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Great Time with New Members "Speed Dating"OPR New Members got to learn a lot about Rotary and ask questions! Adrienne Barker, Nina Mamula, Art Wohlers, Pat Kerr, Nick Pierson Thanks to Sarah LoRang, Keith Ganske and Sam Behrend for organizing this event. Thanks to Rincon Market for hosting our event! |
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OPR Annual Tucson Botanical Garden "Lighting the Luminaries"A BIG "Shout Out" to Shannan Marty for organizing the event and Nina Mamula for taking a great picture! |
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Great Presentation by Chuck Huckelberry, Pima County AdministratorMr. Huckelberry with Old Pueblo Rotary President Sam Behrend |
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Congrats to Dr. David Baker, Superintendent of FWUSDCongrats to Old Pueblo Rotary's very own Dr. David Baker, Superintendent of FWUSD All Arizona Superintendent Award |
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No Regular Meeting this Tuesday! Speed Dating DEC 14 @ 5:30pmNO REGULAR CLUB MEEETING TUESDAY DECEMBER 12, 2017 |
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing a BIG Success!!!Thanks to Pat Kerr and Paul DeLorme for all the arrangements. Paul Hawkins and Paul DeLorme Jim Lovelace, Glenn Garrett and Paul Hawkins Glenn Garrett and Salvation Army Major Bob Waldren and Pat Kerr Jack Steindler and Keith Ganske
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing December 9th 9am-5pmVolunteers Needed!!! at Safeway 1940 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85716 Please sign up in “buddy teams or two people” for a two hour block.
Shift 1: 9 am – 11 am (Paul DeLorme / Paul Hawkins) Shift 2: 11 am – 1 pm (Glenn Garrett/Jim Lovelace) Shift 3: 1 pm – 3 pm STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS Shift 4: 3 pm – 5 pm STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS
Send your requested time slot to Pat Kerr at pkerr@email.arizona.email or text 719-322-3641. |
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Chuck Huckelberry, Speaker December 5, 2017CHUCK HUCKELBERRY,
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR The County Administrator is responsible for:
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OPR "New Members" Speed Dating Social at Rincon Market 12/14/2017For ALL of our New Members to get to know more about OPR and rotary in general. Light appetizers to be provided. No host bar. 5:30pm - 7pm. Members and their guest are welcome! PLEASE RSVP to Sarah LoRang @ slorang@klkcpa.com or 520-465-0133 |
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No Regular Club Meeting Nov 28, 2017 (4th week of the month)Monthly Board Meeting (same time and place) |
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OPR raises $1,053 in annual Fall Bake Sale for Troop 339!Joe Davey auctions off fresh baked desserts Pat Kerr with Troop 339 leadership team Proceeds from last year to start a community garden at Flowing Wells High School |
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OPR Student of the MonthPast President Tori Meyer with FWHS Student of the Month |
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Annual Boy Scout Troop 339 Fall Bake SaleNOVEMBER 21, 2017 |
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8th Annual Fox Theatre Fundraiser w/Tom Petty Tribute Band 2/2/2018TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS TRIBUTE BAND FROM La Jolla California At the historical FOX THEATRE downtown Tucson Tickets Starting at $19 Corporate Sponsorship Packages |
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Andra Heart FoundationSPEAKER: November 14, 2017 Jenine Dalrymple with Andra Heart Foundation Jenine Dalrymple, shown here with her daughter Grace and her husband, Phillip, challenged herself to make something positive out of the death of her eldest daughter, Andra. |
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OPRs Newest Member Betsy JohnsonCongrats to our Newest Member, Betsy Johnson of CBRE! Sponsor: Lynn Kastella Thanks to Foundation Treasurer, Sarah LoRang and President, Sam Behrend! |
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Nancy Heiser, Constituent Services for Rep. Martha McSallySPEAKER - November 7, 2017 Community Outreach Coordinator Congresswoman Martha McSallyU.S. House of RepresentativesNorthern Arizona UniversityTucson, Arizona |
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OPR Dark October 31, 2017No Meeting 4th Week of the Month Happy Halloween October 31, 2017! |
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FWHS April 2017 Sky School5th Annual FWHS Sky School 4 day 3 night retreat a "BIG SHOUT" out to the following organizations in helping make this service project possible: |
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FWHS Sky School PresentationFWHS Instructors and Students accepting UofA shirts from OPR President STAY TUNED: For Pictures of 36 students on Mount Lemon for 4 days and 3 nights of Science Studies!!! |
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OPR New Member PinningNew Member: Alberto Ranjel Sponsor: Jim Brunenkant |
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FWHS "Student of the Month" & RYLA StudentOPR President presenting a "rotary challenge coin" and $50 gift certificate |
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Flowing Wells HS Science Students |
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Mayor Rothschild Speaks about the State of the CityOctober 17, 2017 Mayor Rothschild Accepts Rotary Challenge Coin from President Sam Behrend |
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Mayor Jonathan Rothschild, Speaker October 17, 2017SPEAKER: Mayor Jonathan Rothschild Mayor Rothschild is a native Tucsonan. His grandmother moved to Tucson in 1942 and opened a used furniture store on South 12th Avenue. He is a graduate of Canyon del Oro High School, Kenyon College and the University of New Mexico Law School. After serving as a law clerk for District Court Judge Alfredo C. Marquez, he went on to a 30-year career practicing law with the firm of Mesch, Clark and Rothschild. He served as managing partner for the firm and concentrated his practice in the areas of business law and estate planning. The mayor has a long history of service with many nonprofits in the community and served as Board President for Casa de los Niños, Handmaker Services for the Aging and Temple Emanu-el. He has been married to Karen Spiegel for 34 years and has three adult children, Isaac, Nathan and Molly. https://www.mayorrothschild.com/
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OPR Board Approves 2 New Members!At the October meeting, the OPR Board approved two new members. Alberto Ranjel Occupation: Education Administration Sponsor: Jim Brunenkant Beto likes mariachi music and has played the violin for 27 years Elizabeth Johnson Occupation: Real Estate Manager Sponsor: Lynn Kastella Betsy is currently the Board President of BOMA |
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District Conference Friday 13th; No Regular Meeting Tuesday Oct 10th |
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OPR FWHS Student of the MonthWith President Sam Behrend and Past President David Baker
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Dr. Baker, Superintendent FWSD: DACA and the impact on public educationSPEAKER: Dr. Baker, Superintendent FWSD October 3, 2017 The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) was an American immigration policy that allowed some individuals who entered the country as minors, and had either entered or remained in the country illegally, to receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation and to be eligible for a work permit. As of 2017, approximately 800,000 individuals—referred to as Dreamers after the DREAM Act bill—were enrolled in the program created by DACA. The policy was established by the Obama administration in June 2012 and rescinded by the Trump administration in September 2017.[1] In November 2014 President Barack Obama announced his intention to expand DACA to cover additional illegal immigrants. But multiple states immediately sued to prevent the expansion, which was ultimately blocked by the courts. The United States Department of Homeland Security rescinded the expansion on June 16, 2017, while continuing to review the existence of the DACA program as a whole. The DACA policy was rescinded by the Trump administration on September 5, 2017, but full implementation of the rescission was delayed six months to give Congress time to decide how to deal with the population that was previously eligible under the policy.[2] |
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16th Annual Poker Tourney Big Success!!!Thanks to our Poker Tourney Committee: Keith Ganske, Chair Sam Behrend Paul Hawkins Tom Taylor Tori Meyer Beth Dannheim Adrienne Barker Jim Lovelace AND A BIG "THANK YOU" TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS: BeachFleischman PC, Platinum Sponsor Chris Pendleton & Shannan Marty, Tierra Antigua, Food Sponsor GAP Ministries, Food Sponsor Garment Graphics, Trophy Sponsor Talk To Dina, Beverage Sponsor Beth Dannheim, American Family Insurance, Prize Sponsor A Handyman's Haven, Prize Sponsor Tierra Right of Way Keegan Linscott & Kenon Artisan Builders Tucson Federal Credit Union McDonalds Dr. Chang Dentistry Saguaro Renovations LLC All Communications Dolly Quinn Summit Hut Becker Software Madaras Gallery SNAP Fitness |
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Nick Pierson, OPRs Newest Member!!!Welcome Aboard! Nick Pierson with Northwestern Mutual REMEMBER: No Regular Club Meeting 9/26/2017. Board Meeting in lieu same time and place.
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Off-Site Vocational Visit Watershed Management GroupRegular Noon Meeting Tuesday 9/12/2017 OFFSITE at Watershed Management Group. 1137 North Dodge Blvd (just north of Speedway) Brown Bag lunches to be provided. Please RSVP with Jim Brunenkant. |
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District Governor Joe Hentges 2017/2018 Visit to OPRCragin Elementary Service Project, Annual Poker Tourney, Prima Vera Service Project |
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Southern Arizona Justice for VeteransSPEAKER 9/5/17 City Court Magistrate, Michael Pollard Southern Arizona Justice for Veterans SAJV is a newly organized non-profit corporation with the purpose of raising funds to provide access to justice for Veterans, particularly those alleged to have committed misdemeanor offenses within the jurisdiction of the Regional Municipalities Veterans Treatment Court (RMVTC), which includes Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita, and South Tucson. Under the leadership of a Viet Nam era Marine who now is a City Court Judge, Tucson City Court instituted a modified diversion program for misdemeanor offenders who are Veterans. The Court monitors their progress while providing them treatment needed to again become productive members of the community. At the time, the RMVTC was started, there were only 18 such Courts in the county, and the Tucson program was funded by grants from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service. There are now over 300 courts across the county. The federal resources are diminishing, and so SAJV was created to help fund services through the RMVTC . Money received will help the Court insure Veterans receive needed services such as substance abuse counseling, domestic violence classes, mental health treatment, anger management, and DUI classes. One can’t overstress the trauma some Veterans experience integrating into civilian society after the stress of sometimes multiple tours in the Middle East. This program helps some of those in need. |
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2017/2018 D5500 DG Joe HentgesSPEAKER August 29, 2017 Joe & Brigitte Hentges Joe Hentges of the Rotary Club of Marana - Dove Mountain was installed as 2017-18 district governor at a celebration on June 25. A Rotarian for the past 32 years, Joe is currently a member of the Marana-Dove Mountain Rotary Club, AZ. In addition, he has served as a member of the Cannon Falls, MN, and the Woodstock, IL, Rotary Clubs. He also served as Assistant Governor and District Membership Committee Chair. He has served as a club president three times: Woodstock, Il, 1995-1996; and Marana-Dove Mountain, AZ, 2011-2013. Both Joe and Brigitte are Paul Harris Fellows and are members of the Bequest Society. Joe is a member of the Paul Harris Society. |
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Blessings from the HeartSPEAKER AUGUST 22, 2017 VICKI WILLAN What We Do Blessings has been working with the Queen of Angels House (formerly Casa Pepito) in Agua Prieta since its beginning in 2002. The organization provides basic living items, including clothes, food and hygiene supplies. Every fall Blessings provides school uniforms and shoes, backpacks and school supplies for all of the school-age children. For Christmas, through generous donations of our sponsors, each child is provided with a new pair of shoes, socks, underwear, a toy and one new clothing item, such as sweat pants or a jacket. Ongoing throughout the year the organization provides food, clothing and household supplies for the orphanage as requested. The collaboration of the employees of the facility with our volunteers has been a successful relationship for many years. Vicki Willan is the President of Blessings from the Heart, Inc, an Arizona nonprofit corporation. She is a University of Arizona graduate, and the parent of three grown children and two grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and spending time with family and her pets. |
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16th Annual OPR Rotary Poker Tourney16TH Annual OPR Rotary Poker Tourney SEPTEMBER 23, 2017 VISCOUNT SUITES HOTEL DOORS AT 5PM PLAY BEGINS AT 6PM FOR TEAM FORMS, PLAYER INFORMATION AND CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: |
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Recent History of OPR Foundation DonationsClick on the following link below and each year's details can be reviewed. |
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Trio Upward Bound, Removing Barriers to School Success, Dr. Lynette OlsenSPEAKER AUGUST 8, 2017 Dr. Lyn Olsen has been the director of the federal grant Upward Bound Trio Program which provides a wide variety of college prep services to disadvantaged, low-income, high school students from Rincon, Amphi, Presidio and Flowing Wells Schools. She has provided all types of students services as well as taught for over 20 years at Pima Community College. She earned her Ph.D. in Higher Education from the University of Arizona and her master's in public administration from Montana State University. She has five national certifications in healthcare administration as well as written many books and done hundreds of presentations on a wide variety of topics.
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Welcome Aboard Nina Mamula & Patrick Kerr!!OPR President Sam Behrend along with member sponsors, Diane Ventura-Goodyear and Keith Ganske, welcome new Old Pueblo members Nina Mamula and Patrick Kerr. |
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Update on the search for TUSD SuperintendentSPEAKER August 1, 2017 Dr. Nic Clement Nic Clement retired in 2013 after serving nine years as the Superintendent of Flowing Wells School District in Tucson, Arizona. Following retirement, Dr. Clement was appointed to the Ernest McFarland Citizen’s Chair in Education at Northern Arizona University. In this endowed faculty position, Dr. Clement is responsible for teaching & advocating for education throughout the nation. In addition to his NAU responsibilities, Dr. Clement serves as a consultant with the Arizona School Boards Association, doing Board training and conducting Superintendent Searches and is currently coordinating efforts to recruit the new Tucson Unified School District Superintendent. Dr. Clement is also a Mentor with the AASA National Superintendent Certification program. Dr. Clement recently authored 3 books, Legendary Teacher Stories, Legendary Leadership Lessons and a children's book, The Reading Pig Goes to School with all royalties being donated to the Legendary Teacher Day Foundation. Legendary Teacher Day is a grassroots effort started by Dr. Clement 3 years ago. Legendary Teacher Day is the 4th Thursday in September and everyone is encouraged to contact the Legendary Teacher in their life on this day and let them know about the difference their Legendary Teacher made in their life. |
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Board Approves Two More New Members!!!On July 25, 2017, the board of Old Pueblo Rotary approved the membership applications for two proposed new members.
Nina Mamula was proposed by Diane Ventura-Goodyear. Nina is a realtor with the Vermillion Group.
J Nicolas Pierson was proposed by Maurice Saroni. Nick is a financial advisor with Northwestern Mutual.
From everyone at Old Pueblo Rotary, WELCOME ABOARD!
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Club Board Meeting today at Noon 7/25/17 at Hotel TucsonNo REGULAR club meeting today. Club BOARD meeting today at noon at Hotel Tucson. REMEMBER CLUB MIXER TONIGHT AT VISCOUNT 5:30PM to 7:30PM |
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PDG Michael Drake, Speaker July 18, 2017Rotary in Palestine and a Proposed Global Grant Michael is a charter member of the Rotary Club of Tucson Sunset, chartered in 1983, and served as Club President in 1992-93. Michael has served Rotary District 5500 in many positions, including District Governor in 2011-12. He currently is Chair of the District Rotary Foundation Committee. Michael was a member of D5500’s all Rotarian GSE team to the Russian Far East in 1998 and was team leader for the GSE team to Japan in 2007. He has participated in four Rotary Friendship Exchanges and traveled to India in 2005 to participate in a Polio National Immunization Day. He is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow, member of Paul Harris Society, Major Donor, and Member of the Bequest Society. Michael recently received the Service Above Self Award, Rotary International’s highest honor. Fewer than 150 Awards are presented worldwide each year. Michael graduated from Stanford University and the University of Arizona College of Law. He is past-president of the Pima County Bar Association and served 12 years as a Hearing Officer for the Arizona Supreme Court Attorney Disciplinary Commission. He currently practices personal injury law and civil litigation in Tucson. |
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Earn Amazon Smiles for OPR FoundationAmazon's third-annual Prime Day is on Tuesday, July 11 and will feature more than 100,000 deals exclusively for Prime members, making it one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Remind your supporters to shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate to Saguaro Tucson Rotary Club Foundation.
Use the following message and link below in email, social media and on your website to tell your employees, donors and volunteers about how to get amazing deals on Prime Day and generate donations. Also, copy and share the image in this email. When you #StartWithaSmile on #PrimeDay, Amazon donates to Saguaro Tucson Rotary Club Foundation. Shop for great deals at smile.amazon.com/ch/74-2543301 |
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Board Approves New Member, Patrick KerrAt the last regularly scheduled OPR board meeting, Patrick Kerr, UofA Researcher, was approved for club membership. Keith Ganske is his sponsor. Welcome aboard!!! |
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No Regular Meeting July 4th, 2017HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! SEE EVERYONE AT OUR REGULARLY SCHEDULED TUESDAY NOON JULY 11, 2017 |
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Wonderful 60th Annual Officers' Installation DinnerThe Passing of the Gavel Oath of the 17/18 Officers |
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60th Annual Officers' Installation Banquet |
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OPRs Newest Member Art Wohlers! |
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The Year of the Hummingbird, Callie Jordan, 6/20/2017SPEAKER: Callie Jordan 6/20/2017 Callie Jordan – Hummingbird BioI have been a teacher since I told the other kids in my neighborhood how to have a dog show at age 8. Formally, I started with teaching high school French right out of college to having most recently retired from 25+ years teaching Adult Ed computer classes. I’ve been on Speakers' Bureaus for several nonprofits and done presentations on environmental issues along the way (want to know about eating insects?). My interests have always included enjoyment, protection, preservation of the natural world. I joined Tucson Audubon before I even moved here from Oregon, knowing I’d meet people who were interested in habitat and ecosystems. As a bonus, though I’m still not much of an actual birder, I’ve learned a little bit by osmosis and can recognize several of the more distinctive Arizona birds. I particularly like the ones that come to feeders, or sit still on a branch long enough to focus on them --- especially if they’re brightly colored. Everyone Loves HummingbirdsOne unmistakable bird is a hummingbird, and it is one that is both brightly colored and readily comes to feeders. It’s an easy bird to attract --- they don’t require a lot of space, don’t mind people, don’t need much more than a hanging feeder of sugar water. In fact, you can do a lot to help hummingbirds by providing food in the urban areas that don’t have as many native flowers they ordinarily rely on. For Tucson Audubon, this is the Year of the Hummingbird. Hummingbirds are fascinating to watch, and make us all wonder how they can do so much when they’re so tiny. From their special flying abilities to the iridescence of their feathers, there are amazing facts still being discovered. Our volunteers are offering lessons to elementary classes through Tucson, with 28 already completed during the Spring semester --- and we’ll start back up in the Fall. But rather than let the kids have all the fun, we also offer the presentations to adults. |
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No Meeting June 13, 2017, Club Dark!CLUB DARK JUNE 13, 2017 RI Convention in Atlanta OPRs very own Wood Carving Expert! NEXT Regular Club Meeting June 20, 2017 Callie Jordan The Year of the Hummingbird |
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Tu Nidito - "No Child Grieves Alone"SPEAKER 6/6/2017 Kristin Harrison Kristin Harrison is a Support Specialist with Tu Nidito Children & Family services. Kristin has been working with families in the serious illness program for the past seven years. She started out as a volunteer over 8 years ago. Tu Nidito is a community based non-profit organization that offers support for children, teens and families who are grieving the death of a loved one, a parent’s serious illness or a child’s serious illness. In 2016, Tu Nidito offered free support groups and one-on- one services to 348 families that represented 829 children. It is our mission to create a community of acceptance and understanding regarding children in grief. Our vision is that No Child Grieves Alone. |
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No Meeting and No Offsite May 30, 2017Fifth Tuesday of the Month.... Happy Memorial Day! Honoring All Who Served!!
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No Regular Meeting Tuesday May 23rd, 2017Poker Planning Meeting at Keith's Office 5/23/2017 @ noon..... |
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TFD Representatives accept OPR check for Camp Fury |
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Empower Women in Uganda ProjectSPEAKER 5/16/2017 Diane Ventura-Goodyear |
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Step Up to Justice: Expanding the Reach of Pro Bono Civil Legal ServicesSPEAKER May 9, 2017 Stacy Rupprecht Butler is an attorney and President of the Board of Directors for Step Up to Justice, a non-profit civil pro bono law center. She has been active in developing and supporting volunteerism in the Pima County legal community since 1998. Ms. Butler is employed as the permanent law clerk to the Hon. Jennifer G. Zipps, United States District Court, District of Arizona. She also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law. |
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Induction of OPRs Newest Member, Linda Mazon Gutierrez!Linda Mazon Gutierrez was proposed by Lynn Kastella. She is President and CEO of her own company Poravion which is putting in new restaurants and shops at the Tucson Airport. OPR welcomes it's newest member! |
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Club Assembly at Regular Tuesday Meeting - May 2, 2017 |
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Welcome to our Newly Remodeled Meeting Room |
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5th Annual Concert Fundraiser, Big Crowd, Huge Success!In Case you missed it! Co-Presented by Old Pueblo and Presidio Rotary Clubs A "Big Shout Out to Concert Committee" Sam Behrend, Maureen Slack, Roy Slack, Craig Sumberg, & Jim Lovelace And a Very Special Thanks to the: FOX TUCSON FOUNDATION, Tamara and Maddy Mack, Theatre Managers, and Emily Pratt, Box Office Manager |
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Annual Fox Fundraiser Tribute Concert 4/15 @ 7:30PM |
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Proposed New MembersOn April 11, 2017, the board of Old Pueblo Rotary approved the membership applications for two proposed new members.
Kirti Khalsa was proposed by Diane Goodyear. Kirti is CEO of the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation. She is a transferring member from Pantano Rotary Club. She was brought into Rotary by Randy Brooks of the Marana Club. She has been active in International Projects in Nogales and Mexico; she will also be staffing an Alzheimers booth for the International Convention in Atlanta this year.
Linda Mazon Gutierrez was proposed by Lynn Kastella. She is President and CEO of her own company Poravion which is putting in new restaurants and shops at the Tucson Airport. |
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Flying Samaritans, Carl FosterSPEAKER APRIL 11, 2017 Carl Foster, with Flying Samaritans I have been flying for the Tucson chapter of the Flying Samaritans since September 2006. Flying Samaritans is a nonprofit organization that provides free dental and medical services to underserved communities in Baja California. I first soloed in April 1975 and have accumulated over 1500 hours of flying since then even with a 22-year gap.
I retired from Raytheon Missile Systems as an Engineering Fellow in 2011. I moved from San Diego to Tucson in 1994 with the merger of General Dynamics Convair and Hughes Missile Systems. My main interests are amateur radio, scuba diving, woodworking, and aviation. |
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Nile Ramsbottom - Prepare LeadershipSPEAKER 4/4/2017 NILE RAMSBOTTOM I worked at Purina for 33 years , was a corporate officer for the last 16 years. I, along with my fellow executives were all fired within 48 hours during a corporate take over. I started over at 55 and , along with some partners, built a Biodiesel business that today is the largest in North America with $1.5 Billion in sales. We are public listed on NASDAQ as REGI. My wife and I have a charity called God Cares that has helped Veterans get to a better place in life. We have helped several 100’s of veterans and their families in the 9 years we have been in business from all over the US.
The presentation is about all the personal obstacles that I had to overcome and lessons learned that I hope can inspire others. I have spoken to many Universities, groups and Rotary clubs. I am a Rotarian from Iowa, Illinois and Ohio.
My book, “Prepare for Leadership, from farm boy to Times Square” is a 5 star rated book on Amazon. My website is: nileramsbottom.com
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No Meeting And No Offsite 3/28/2017 - 4th Week of the MonthNext Meeting April 4th @ Tucson Hotel, Nile Ramsbottom - Prepare for Leadership
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UofA Rotaract President, Amy AllenSPEAKER 3/14/2017
Amy Allen
BGS Science, Technology, Health & Societies Class of 2017 | University of Arizona President | Rotaract Club at the University of Arizona Originally from northern Arizona, I have grown to love Tucson over the past five years, and Rotaract has been a huge part of that. My involvement of the club, starting with reinvigoration the clubs life on campus 4 years ago to becoming president once again this past year, has shown me the beauty of our city and its desire to only get better. I am an avid fan and player of soccer and enjoy snowboarding when I can, and live with my sister Angel, who is a Rotarian with Tucson Sunrise Rotary. I will be graduating from the University of Arizona soon with a Bachelor of General Studies with a focus in Science, Technology, Health and Societies, and I am so very excited to move on to the next chapter of my life. I look forward to seeing where Rotaract goes once I have left, and have been so fortunate to be involved with Rotary as much as I have been.
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Tucson Fire Department, March 7, 2017SPEAKERS:
Assistant Chief Joe Gulotta
Assistant Chief Mike Garcia
AT Hotel Tucson
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Annual FOX Concert Fundraiser April 15 @ 7:30 |
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No Regularly Scheduled Meeting 2/28/2017!!!No Meeting and No Off Site Scheduled for today 2/28/2017!
NEXT WEEK - 3/7/2017 ------
OPR starts back at Hotel Tucson, with their newly remodeled room!
Guest Speaker:
Fire Chief (or Assistant Fire Chief) - Tucson Fire Department
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FEB 14, 2017 MEETING at BROTHER JOHN's BBQ2/14/2017 Regular Meeting to be held at Brother John's BBQ
SPEAKER:
PRID Philip J. Silvers, PhD
1801 N Stone
(old Wildcat House)
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PRID Philip J. Silvers, PhDSPEAKER 2/14/2017
Rotary Family Health Days and Empowering Women in Rural Uganda
Phil is a research and strategic planning professional who had a 28-year career in higher education administration and teaching Research Methods at the graduate level. He has directed more than 100 program evaluation projects, some multi-million-dollar longitudinal econometric studies for U.S. government agencies.
He currently chairs the Rotary Foundation Cadre of Technical Advisors 2014-17, a committee of The Rotary Foundation with 21 Technical Coordinators and 700 Technical Advisors. He designed and coordinates the evaluation research for Rotary Family Health Days in ten African countries and in India which serve more than a half million indigent people each year. His 2015 Global Grant, Strengthening Diagnostics in Rural Uganda Healthcare, has been selected by the Centennial Committee to be featured at the Atlanta convention as an exemplary project.
He founded two Rotary clubs in the Russian Far East and was instrumental in starting the Rotary Club of Ramallah—Rotary’s first in an occupied territory. There are now four very successful Rotary clubs in the Palestinian West Bank.
Phil served on the RI Board of Directors 2008-2010 where he was training moderator for incoming board members, board liaison to the Rotary Foundation Trustees, and chair of the Administration Committee.
Phil and Kathleen are members of the Paul Harris Society, Arch C. Klumph Society, and they have a TRF Donor Advised Fund, Gift Annuity, and Charitable Remainder Trust.
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Great Entertainment Provided by FWHS!Annual Off Site Visit at Flowing Wells High School
February 7, 2017
ROTC, Choir, Orchestra, Dance, Jazz Band
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Annual Off Site Visit to Flowing Wells High School |
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OPRs Newest Paul Harris Member!Dan Uthe
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Quarterly Mixer Time!!!Old Pueblo, Marana, Pantano, Pima, Presidio and Sunset Rotary Clubs are hosting.
Shlomo & Vito's
Tuesday January 31, 2017
5:30-7:30PM
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Mindy Griffith, Volunteer and Event Coordinator at BAG IT!SPEAKER 1/17/2017
Mindy Griffith, Volunteer and Event Coordinator at BAG IT!
BAG IT reaches out to cancer patients, of any gender, age, or cancer type, at a critical time – right after their diagnosis. The information is designed to help them cope with their diagnosis, move more competently through the treatment process, empower them to become an active member of the treatment team, and transition to follow up care. BAG IT provides information to people with any cancer and their families to help them cope with their diagnosis and treatment. BAG IT helps Fight The Fear. BAG IT will empower patients to be more involved in their care, advocate for themselves, and learn to cope with the challenges associated with diagnosis and treatment. Further, BAG IT empowers cancer advocates to promote this same vision in their communities. |
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Tucson Rotary Clubs Happy Hour |
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Mindy Blake, Regional Transportation AuthoritySPEAKER 1/10/2017
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2017 Tucson Jazz FestivalSPEAKER DECEMBER 20, 2016
Yvonne Ervin, CFRE
Executive Director
Jazz in January
Yvonne C. Ervin, CFRE, worked in development for a dozen years in New York City, where she held the top development positions at the Stanley Isaacs Neighborhood Center, Bailey House, Hazelden New York and Urban Assembly; and she was Executive Director of the Candies Foundation. After returning to Tucson in 2011, she was the Director of Development for the University of Arizona’s Confluencenter for Creative Inquiry for two years. Currently, she is the Executive Director of the Tucson Jazz Festival, which is scheduled for Jan. 16-28, 2015. She has raised more than $10 million dollars during her fundraising career.
Before moving to New York in 1998, she was the executive director of the Tucson Jazz Society for nine years, building it from 500 members and a $50,000 budget to become the largest jazz society in the country with 2,100 members, a budget of $250,000 and 42 concert productions a year. She volunteered for the TJS for eight years before becoming the organization’s first paid employee and, during that time, organized “Primavera,” the world’s longest-running women’s jazz festival. For five years, she was marketing director for the Tucson Symphony Orchestra following a year in the same position with the statewide Arizona Dance Theatre. For four year, she was the Secretary of the Executive Board of the International Association of Jazz Educators, representing the jazz industry on the board. In her mid-20s, she was the Vice President of the American Federation of Jazz Societies. She currently serves as treasurer of the board of the Santa Cruz Alliance for the Arts which presents the Mingus Hometown Music Festival, a bi-national jazz festival she founded more than 20 years ago. Since 1989 she has been the Executive Director of the Western Jazz Presenters Network, a coalition of 45 jazz festivals and venues in the West. Ervin has held seminars on fundraising, audience development and marketing for many statewide and national conventions and was a marketing and artist career development consultant for the Arizona Commission on the Arts and the National Jazz Service Organization. The Mid-Atlantic Arts Alliance and The Kennedy Center hired her to write the curriculum to train new jazz presenters for a National Endowment for the Arts-funded three-year program. Trained in group facilitation methods and skilled in organizational development and planning, she facilitated the meeting where the Arizona Presenters Alliance was formed. For the past 30 years she has worked as a jazz journalist for print and radio and has interviewed more than 150 jazz legends for KUAZ-FM, Arizona Daily Star, Tucson Citizen, Tucson Magazine, Showtimes West, Down Beat, and Music Hound’s Guide to Jazz. Thirty of those interviews are archived at the Library of Congress. She is editor of Hot House magazine and was the jazz columnist for the Tucson Weekly for several years and has written liner notes for RCA, Capri and Doubletime records. Ervin holds a degree in music and journalism and was a visiting lecturer in Jazz History at her alma matter, the University of Arizona. She has interviewed jazz greats on stage at the Monterey and Telluride jazz festivals and has emceed at the Montreux, Tanglewood and Telluride jazz festivals. For 20 years, she hosted jazz radio programs, first at Illinois |
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Annual OPR Christmas Party 12/19/2017Old Pueblo Rotary Annual Christmas Party! Villa Hermosa Speedway and Wilmot 12 Noon |
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OPR Foundation Service ProjectOPRs 501c3 Foundation, among other business during the year, approved refurbishing TUSDs Cragin Elementary School marquee. Thanks to Foundation President, Tori Meyer, Shannan Marty and all of OPRs members for pushing this service project through to completion including receiving a matching D5500 grant. OPR continues to promote youth and public education as part of it's larger mission including the annual Sky School in collaboration with Flowing Wells High School and the U of A. Other service projects include construction of the gardens at Cragin Elementary school, YMCA camp funding, an annual literacy project at a Flowing Wells elementary school, volunteering for the Primavera men's shelter, donating children's books to the Reading Seed, service projects at Ben's Bells, annual third grade dictionary project which in 2016 OPR distributed more than 600 free dictionaries, and providing annual unrestricted college scholarships to deserving students.
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Dr. Kilungo, Sonora Environmental Research Institute, Inc.SPEAKER 12/6/2016
Aminata P. Kilungo, Ph.D.
Director of Research & Development
Sonora Environmental Research Institute, Inc
Dr. Aminata Kilungo holds a Ph.D. in Soil, Water and Environmental Science, and Microbiology from the University of Arizona. She is the Director of Research and Development at Sonora Environmental Research Institute, Inc. (SERI), and an adjunct lecturer in the College of Public Health at the University of Arizona. Her research focuses on working with underserved communities along the Arizona-Sonora Border region and Sub-Saharan Africa to address water security and safety, and environmental health issues to improve overall quality of life. Some of her current work involves evaluation of the environmental health status along the Arizona-Sonora Border region, looking at water quality in harvested rainwater systems, and building community resilience in communities impacted with cholera outbreak in rural Tanzania.
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OPRs Annual Boy Scout Bake SaleBring your $$$ for the best home baked goods sale this Tuesday 11/22/2016!!
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OPRs FWHS Student of the Month, Katie DailyCongrats to FWHS Student of the Month, Katie Daily
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OPRs Newest Member Induction, Adrienne Barker.Congrats to OPRs newest member, Adrienne Barker
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OPR 11/15/16 Speaker, Chris MagnusTucson Chief of Police, Chris Magnus
Gave us a great presentation on the state of Tucson police department.
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Police Chief for the City of Tucson, Chris MagnusSPEAKER 11/15/2016
Chief Chris Magnus started his public safety career in 1979 as a dispatcher with the City of Lansing. He was also a paramedic in the mid-Michigan area for close to a decade. During this same time he realized he wanted to make the transition to becoming a police officer. After attending the Lansing Community College Police Academy, he became a deputy sheriff at the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department. In 1985, he became a police officer with the Lansing Police Department where he spent the next 15 years of his law enforcement career. In 1999, Chief Magnus became the police chief in Fargo, North Dakota, where he played a key role in implementing the first two-state regional dispatch system in the nation, a forensic children’s interview center, and a refugee liaison program for the area’s many new immigrants and refugees.
In 2006, Chris Magnus was selected as police chief for Richmond, California—a highly diverse, urban community of 115,000 residents in the San Francisco Bay Area. He served as chief for 10 years. During that time he was significantly involved in strengthening ties between the community and its police force, addressing historically high levels of crime, and implementing reforms within the police department. Both violent and property crime decreased significantly during Magnus’ tenure and community support for the Richmond Police Department substantially improved.
Chris Magnus was appointed to be the police chief for the City of Tucson, Arizona in January of 2016. In this position, he is continuing his commitment to improve services for victims of domestic and sexual violence, addressing community corrections issues, focusing on how police respond to people suffering with mental illness, and supporting a myriad of youth programs and activities.
In 2015, Magnus testified before the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing on best practice models of community policing. The Chief also serves as an expert witness for the U.S. Department of Justice, working closely with both the Civil Rights Division and the COPS Office on policing issues in various cities around the country.
Chief Magnus has a Master’s degree in Labor Relations and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University. He attended the “Senior Executives in State & Local Government” program at the Harvard Kennedy School.
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OPR Annual 3rd Grade Dictionary ProjectThis is Suzanne's 12th year with the Rotary Dictionary Project. It means so much to her! Even with her physical limitations, she still glows from ear to ear each year when she works on this project!
Suzanne, contacts the school principal and 3rd grade teachers, tallies the number of books required to fulfill the needs and then places the order. She then makes sure OP has Rotary Labels printed and are included inside each book.
The books are then packaged into separate boxes for the the individual schools.
Suzanne , along with other Rotary Members who are able to accompany her, does NOT just drop the books off to the participating schools, but she presents them to the 3rd grade class(es) with a 15-20 minute class session - demonstrating to the kids how to obtain information from this dictionary.
The teachers love the idea that there are lesson plans on this website to assist them when teaching. Http://www.dictionaryproject.org The schools incorporate these dictionaries into their lesson plans for topics such as for the Maps of the World, The Constitution, US Presidents, Periodic Table of Elements, Facts about Countries & Locations and so much more.
The 3rd graders are so excited that they can put their own name in the books and that the book belongs to them! It's an amazing thing to experience! I've included a photo from the Mary Bell McCorkle School of Excellence. http://edweb.tusd1.org/mccorkle/
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15th Annual Poker Tourney Huge Success!NO MEETING TODAY 11/8/2016
Note From President Paul:
OPRC members,
A huge "shout out" to all those that helped at the Saturday Poker Tournament and huge Kudos to Keith Ganske and Jim Lovelace for all their hard work in organizing the event. What a success and fun time for all!
Next meeting is November 15th when we will officially welcome Adrienne Barker and award both her and Jeff Farmer their official packets. We will be orienting them at 11:15am at the hotel.
Next Big event is the Holiday gathering on December 13th at "Jack's house"
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No meeting at the Hotel November 8th - be sure to VOTE!Because everyone is going to be at the Poker Tournament On Saturday, November 5th, we will not meet at the Hotel the following Tuesday, November 8th! Take the time on the 5th to go vote if you have not already mailed in your ballot!
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Prospective Member!Adrienne Barker has been proposed by the board for membership. She is the owner of a professional etiquette business. We could all use a little brush-up now and again! Please welcome her as a guest of the club!
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Mike Feder & the NOVA Home Loans Arizona BowlSPEAKER 10/18/2016
Mike Feder, Executive Director of NOVA Home Loans Arizona Bowl
Mike Feder has been a General Manager in minor league baseball for 30 years, spending 1989 – 2001 as the GM of the Tucson Toros/Sidewinders and 2011 – 2013 as General Manager of the Tucson Padres. Mike received the Presidential Citation from Minor League Baseball and was the Pacific Coast League’s Executive of the Year in 2013. That was the sixth time he has received the Executive of the Year award in professional baseball. Mike also spent five years with the New Orleans Saints from 2011 – 2015 and two years as Coordinator, Tucson Special Projects for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2014 & 2015.
In his years in Tucson, Mike has been very active in the community, serving on the Board of Directors for Visit Tucson, the Father’s Day Council which raises money for the Steele Children’s Research Center, the Tucson Police Foundation, and the Caballeros Del Sol. Mike was also the Media Director and a Board Member for the Copper Bowl from 1990 – 1996. Feder was inducted into the Pima County Sports Hall of Fame in 1998, as well as being honored by the Conquistadores in 1997 for long and meritorious service to the Tucson sports community.
He is currently President of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta (six years in Tucson), and Executive Director of the NOVA Home Loans Arizona Bowl.
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Two of OPRs Newest Members!Carla Johnson, under the classification Assistant Police Chief, works with the Tucson Police Department.
Mike Carsten, under the classification Deputy Fire Chief, works with the Tucson Fire Department.
Lynn Kastella, sponsor and President Paul Hawkins.
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No Regular Club Meeting 8/16/2016NO SPEAKER 8/16/2016
There is no meeting tomorrow 8/16/2016. Instead, President Paul is inviting any member to join him between 4-6pm at the Tucson Hotel bar to talk rotary, projects desired events and other worldly topics.
NO HOST BAR!
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Pima County Public LibrarySPEAKER 8/9/2016
(TUCSON, Ariz.) – The national publication Library Journal recognizes some of the most dynamic people who work in and for libraries each year. Pima County Public Library congratulates librarian Karen Greene for being named one of this year’s Movers & Shakers for her visionary work to tie alternate modes of travel with literacy. Greene was honored in the category of Community Builder.
Greene founded three programs that connect people in our community with the love of reading. The biggest impact has come from the creation of the Library’s Bookbike program in January 2012, the first public library program of its kind in the nation. Now, four years later, our first Bookbike has attended 335 events, logged 1,135 volunteer hours, pedaled 972 miles, and given away 36,146 free books. In August 2015, our program grew to a fleet of three bikes, and Greene is on well her way to her goal of “world domination by Bookbike.” Greene also developed the Books on Wheels program to deliver books to homebound and disabled residents in our community who are not able to visit the library in person. Local volunteers select the books and Pima County Bike Ambassadors deliver the books by bicycle. The ambassadors also spend time talking about books and life with our customers who may not have a lot of interaction with people beyond family members and caretakers. The program is a boon to people who can no longer come to the library: a combination of reader’s advisory, wellness check, companionship, and exercise. Greene’s third innovative mobile literacy program complements the other two: free reading glasses for all who need them. Greene created a partnership with the Downtown Tucson Lions Club, which supplies the Bookbike Program and most libraries with free reading glasses. Each month our libraries distribute over 250 pairs of reading glasses. |
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Pima County Zika Upate - Dr. Francisco GarciaSPEAKER 8/2/2016
Dr. García, a 1992 graduate of the UA College of Medicine – Tucson, is director and chief medical officer of the Pima County Health Department, a role he assumed in January 2013. His responsibilities include overseeing restaurant and swimming pool inspections, tuberculosis and HIV testing, immunizations, family planning, the Pima Animal Care Center and crisis situations such as last year's outbreak of pertussis in an east-side school district.And his public health work extends far beyond Pima County. In 2013, he was appointed to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force; the Institute of Medicine (now the National Academy of Medicine) roundtable on health equity and health disparities; and the World Health Organization's cervical cancer control and sexually transmitted disease working groups. In October 2014, he was appointed by Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer to the Council on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response, and was instrumental in developing a statewide plan to respond to highly infectious diseases such as Ebola.
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Off-Site Vocational Visit at Community Food BankNO SPEAKER OR REGULAR CLUB MEETING July 26, 2016
Off-Site Vocational Visit at Community Food Bank
FRIDAY July 29, 2016 AT 1PM
3003 S Country Club
(AJO and Country Club)
Plenty of parking.
Meet inside the front door lobby area.
Sandwiches, chips and drinks to be provided by OPR.
NOTE: President Paul is requesting we all wear Rotary shirts.
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PDG Michael DrakeSPEAKER July 19, 2016
Past District Governor Michael Drake
Michael brings academic accomplishment and 35 years of experience to the practice of law. He handles civil litigation matters with integrity, promptness, and personal attention.
New rules! Update on action by the RI Council on Legislation and how it affects YOU!
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Tech Start Ups in Tucson: Harry GeorgeSPEAKER July 12, 2016
Harry George, Managing General PartnerHarry has more than 35 years experience in founding, operating and investing in successful rapid growth technology-related companies. He co-founded Solstice Capital. Previously, from 1981 to 1989, Mr. George was co-founder, Director, and Vice-President of Finance for Interleaf Inc. During this time, Interleaf, a pioneer in electronic publishing, grew to be a publicly traded company with $100 million in annual revenue. In January 2000, Interleaf was acquired by Broadvision in a stock merger that valued Interleaf at approximately $1 billion. Prior to this, Harry was a co-founder, Director and Vice President of Finance of Kurzweil Computer Products, subsequently purchased by Xerox Imaging Systems. Harry has been a Director of a number of private and public companies and is currently a Director of Lumidigm, High Throughput Genomics, Medipacs and Syncardia. He was active with the Arizona Venture Capital Conference, where he was on the conference screening panel from 2000-2006. Harry is a member of the Southern Arizona Leadership Council and BIO5. Harry was a member of the advisory committee of the MBA program at the Eller School of Business of the University of Arizona and serves as an advisor to the Arizona Center for Innovation. He is also a member of the Pima County Bond Advisory Committee. From 1996 to 2003, he was a Trustee of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and he currently serves as its Vice Chair of Treasure the Desert Capital Campaign. He is also a Trustee of the Tucson Museum of Art and serves as secretary-treasurer for the museum. He received an AB from Bowdoin College.
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Club Assembly, Service Projects and CommitteesLOCAL SERVICE PROJECTS
COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
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NO SPEAKER 7/5/16 - CLUB ASSEMBLY!!! |
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D5500 6 Club Mixer 6/28/2016 @ Brother Johns |
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2016/2017 Installation Dinner Geat Evening!Incoming President Paul Hawkins with Outgoing President Tori Meyer
Official "Swearing In"
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Paul Hawkins Installation Dinner |
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Doug Raine Vocational ProgramSPEAKER 6/14/2016
Doug began carving when not tending to chores on the family farm. At 16 he shipped out on a Great Lakes freighter and passed the time during off-duty hours carving small figures. After college graduation, he joined the U.S.Air Force and became a jet fighter pilot. He earned two combat decorations in Korea and again found himself passing time woodcarving. Doug later worked as an elementary and junior high principal. He was active in Boy Scouting with his son, and camp-outs found him carving a caged ball and chain for the fascinated Scouts. Doug served as president of the Southwest Woodcarvers and is a member of Arizona Woodcarvers, National Woodcarvers Association, and Affiliated Woodcarvers, Ltd. Doug is available to teach woodcarving seminars and judge exhibits and shows. His carvings are available for sale. Contact info:
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Update - International ProjectsSPEAKERS
June 07, 2016
Glenn Garrett & Paul Hawkins
International Projects Update
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Arizona Project WETSPEAKER 5/31/2016
Kerry Schwartz
Kerry Schwartz is Faculty with Arizona Cooperative Extension and the Water Resources Research Center at the University of Arizona and the Director of the Arizona Project WET (APW) water education program. Her statewide program develops water stewardship and STEM literacy through three pathways: 1) teacher professional development that evolves instructional practices and deepens content knowledge, 2) direct student outreach that delivers or extends classroom learning, and 3) community engagement that offers effective involvement in K-12 education. Kerry directs a team of education coordinators working out of three extension offices and sustains partnerships with over 30 corporations, foundations and governmental agencies. Her master’s degree in geohydrology and 8 years of experience in environmental consulting enable her to deepen content knowledge about water resources with real world examples.
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Sally Lanyon & Brutus BuckeyeSPEAKER May 24, 2016
The Creation of a College Mascot- Brutus the Buckeye
A Raytheon retiree, Sally is anything but retired! Besides teaching leadership development part-time for Carondelet Health Network, current interests include writing. Sally and former Raytheon colleague Mark Jepperson are developing a Board Work Assessment. Sally is excited to announce the publication of The Autobiography of Brutus Buckeye: As Told to his Parents Sally Lanyon and Ray Bourhis by Orange Frazer Press.
Specialties: Leadership coaching, Six Sigma (Black Belt), Change Management |
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Nurse Family Partnership ProgramSPEAKER 5/17/2016
Easter Seals Blake Foundation
Heather Kinder RN, BSN
Nurse-Family PartnershipAre you a first-time pregnant mother in Pima County looking for information on how to have a healthy pregnancy and give your child the best possible start on life? Our Nurse-Family Partnership program pairs you with a Registered Nurse to help you with a wide variety of areas relating to prenatal and postnatal medical care, as well as raising a healthy baby. This program is made possible with support from First Things First and Casa de los Niños. For more information, please contact: 520-207-7310 x208. |
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President of the University of Arizona Rotaract ClubSPEAKER 5/10/2016
Brianna Ortega
Briana is a senior at the University of Arizona, with a major in Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law. At UA, she currently serves as the Executive Vice President of the Student Alumni Ambassadors and the President of UA Rotaract. After graduating, she will continue her studies in law school and hopes to pursue a career in criminal prosecution.
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DGN 2018/2019 Kirk ReedSPEAKER 5/3/2016
How Money Can Buy You Happiness
Kirk Reed is a third-generation Rotarian. His grandfather was a Rotary charter member in 1922, and his father served as District Governor in the Atlanta area. Kirk has been a Rotarian since 1991: 20 years in Illinois (president of two clubs and assistant governor) and 5 years in Arizona (Catalina Rotary president). Here in District 5500 he will be our District Governor beginning in 2018. In his professional life he was pastor of United Methodist congregations in the Chicago area for 37 years, most recently at Trinity UMC in the northern suburb of Wilmette, the church featured in the Hollywood movie Home Alone.
He is an avid cyclist, a passionate fan of UA sports teams, and a long-suffering Chicago Cubs baseball fan. He and his wife Susan have 3 children and 7 grandchildren, living in Oregon, California, and Tucson.
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OFF SITE VOCATIONAL VISIT TO LAGUNA ELEMENTARYAPRIL 17, 2016
NO REGULAR CLUB SPEAKER
OFF SITE VOCATIONAL VISIT TO LAGUNA ELEMENTARY
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U of A Geography DepartmentSPEAKER APRIL 12, 2016
Mona Lisa Teves
Monalee has 17 years of professional engagement in the development sector particularly in the following areas : Anti-Corruption & Governance, Persons with Disability (PWD), Children, Youth, Women, Volunteers. She has extensive experience in Project Development and Organizational Management. She was the former Executive Director of Transparency International-Philippines and a summer fellow at the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) in Laxenburg, Austria. She is currently an international consultant for Unishka Anti-Corruption Associates as an organizational development advisor. She has also worked as a management consultant and adviser for a wheelchair project of Handicap International-Philippines. Monalee has vast experience on fundraising, cause-marketing and networking with individuals and organizations in the Philippines and abroad. Her work has brought her to more than 30 countries especially in Europe as well as in some parts of USA, UAE and Southeast Asia. Mona Lee is with the UofA MDP Program as a Global Grant Scholar of Rotary International. |
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Glenn GarrettSPEAKER APRIL 5, 2016
Rotary Club Foundation Project
University of Arizona
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Region 9 D5500 MixerMixer in lieu of Regular Club Meeting March 29, 2016
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A Plan to Improve TUSDSPEAKER 3/22/2016
MARK STEGEMAN
Mark Stegeman grew up in northern California, attending public schools, playing the clarinet badly, and working in a sheet metal fabrication plant after school and during holidays, mostly as a machine operator. After graduating from the local junior college, he completed his junior and senior years at Pomona College, where he graduated Magna cum Laude with a double major in mathematics and economics. Mark received his Ph.D. in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one of the top schools in Economics in the world in that field. He taught at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and at Virginia Tech before joining the faculty of the Eller College of Business at the University of Arizona.
While at Virginia Tech, Mark was part of a team of engineers, economists, and other experts who advised Hughes Telecommunications on satellite projects. As a longtime owner of commercial property and apartments, Mark has business experience and knows the practical importance of controlling costs.
As a tenured professor at the University of Arizona, Mark has taught introductory economics and intermediate microeconomics to large undergraduate classes, and game theory (the study of strategic decision making) to small Ph.D. classes. He also serves on the university-wide General Education Committee.
Mark became part of the Tucson Unified School District family when the board appointed him as a charter member of the district’s audit committee. He attended scores of board meetings before running for the board in 2008. He was reelected in 2012 by a wide margin.
On the TUSD Board, Mark has been a tireless advocate for academic excellence. “I firmly believe that TUSD can again become a great district, one that is a point of civic pride and enables students to reach their full potential,” he says. “I also believe that restoring the strength of America’s public education system, including large traditional school districts, is critical for our future economic strength. A well-educated population is one of our essential economic and moral resources.”
Mark is running for his second term on the TUSD Board in November 2016.
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Don EdwardsSPEAKER 3/15/2016
Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our membership is more than 332,000 memberships. Members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 15,400 clubs in 135 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations.The world needs leaders. Leaders head families, coach teams, run businesses and mentor others. These leaders must not only accomplish, they must communicate. By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive atmosphere, leaders emerge from the Toastmasters program. Every Toastmasters journey begins with a single speech. During their journey, they learn to tell their stories. They listen and answer. They plan and lead. They give feedback—and accept it. Through our community of learners, they find their path to leadership.
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Project Scissor Gait FoundationSPEAKER MARCH 8, 2016
Marty Sheedy, Founder and Executive Director of the Project Scissor Gait Foundation
Project Scissor Gait Foundation is dedicated to supporting those who were born with Eagle-Barrett Syndrome and Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita or AMC. We work closely with those who have PBS and AMC, as well as their family, friends and entire support network. Our mission is to raise awareness and educate the general public in regards to prune belly syndromeand arthrogryposis, as well as finding ways to fund research along with developing our own scholarship program for individuals affected with PBS and AMC.
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Upcoming SpeakersUPCOMING SPEAKERS
May 17, 2016
Heather Kinder
The Blake Foundation
May 24, 2016
Sally Lanyon- President Elect " First Lady"
The Creation of a College Mascot- Brutus the Buckeye
Jun 07, 2016
Glenn Garrett/ Paul Hawkins
International Projects update
Jun 21, 2016
Jun 25, 2016
President Elect Paul Hawkins Installation Dinner
Lodge on the Desert
Jun 28, 2016
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Projects in Mali AfricaSPEAKER MARCH 1, 2016
Mohamed Tangara
Former University of Arizona Men's Basketball player
FIBA/NBAD League Professional basketball player
Bachelor of Science Degree from UofA
Projects in Mali, Africa
Educate, empower, and elevate youth of Mali for a sustainable and peaceful future
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One of These Nights Benefit Concert Huge Success!Thanks Old Pueblo and Presidio Rotary for Another Great Event and Fundraiser for Local Charities!
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Cragin Elementary Off-Site Visit 2/16/2016PLEASE REMEMBER OFF-SITE VISIT 2/16/2016
Baggins lunch to be provided
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No Rotary Meeting February 2, 2016No Speaker or Meeting February 2, 2016
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Flowing Wells High School Off-Site VisitOFF-SITE VOCATION VISIT TO FLOWING WELLS HIGH SCHOOL
JANUARY 26, 2016
Dear Parents and Students,
Welcome, Caballeros! I feel extremely privileged to serve this community as school principal.
At Flowing Wells High School, we focus on the three R’s: the Rigor of the curriculum, the Relevance of the learning, and the Relationships with the students.
Our community climate fosters trust, where students feel secure in discussing academic and personal concerns with teachers and staff. Teachers know what their students’ passions are and what they love to do outside of school. Our teachers attend sporting events, are involved in extra-curricular activities, and support the fine arts. Our staff cares about all of our students, and we appreciate the support of the Flowing Wells community. Go CABS!
Sincerely,
Jim Brunenkant
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One of these Nights - Eagles - Tribute BandNO REGULAR CLUB MEETING FEBRUARY 9, 2016 !!!
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE:
Fifth Annual Co Promoted Concert with Presidio Rotary - 2/13/16
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The State of Public EducationSPEAKER 2/19/2016
MARY BELLE McCORKLE
Mary Belle McCorkle is a native Tucsonan, graduate of Tucson High School receiving her three professional degrees at the University of Arizona. She worked in TUSD as an office manager, a mimeograph operator, teacher, principal, Assistant superintendent, and Governing Board Member. She spent six years in Sunnyside School District as an Assistant Superintendent. She was interim superintendent of JTED creating its administrative structure and intergovernmental agreements with the Pima County school districts.
She has been recognized for her dedication to public education in many ways and by several organizations. The most significant was being named Woman of the Year in 1994 by the Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. She was humbled to have TUSD's newest school built in 2012 named Mary Belle McCorkle Academy of Excellence, K-8.
She was invited to join Old Pueblo Rotary in l990 sponsored by Herb Waesch. She later served as President of the Club when it met at Viscount. She is married to Richard, a retired Director of Purchasing and Warehousing Services for TUSD and served on the Tucson Federal Credit Union Board for 12 years. They have two daughters, four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Richard's father founded Bethel Community Baptist Church over 60 years ago where the entire family still worships.
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Paul Harris Rotary Foundation EREY Training SessionSPEAKER JANUARY 12, 2016
Old Pueblo Rotary Club Foundation EREY Training
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White Elephant ExchangeJANUARY 5, 2016
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Happy New Year 2016!NO REGULAR CLUB MEETING TUESDAY 12/29/2015
NEXT REGULAR CLUB MEETING JANUARY 5, 2016
WHITE ELEPHANT EXCHANGE
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Christmas Party 12/22/2015 at VIlla HermosaAnnual Christmas Party at Villa Hermosa December 22, 2015.
Members are encouraged to bring an auction item to benefit Youth on Thier Own.
RSVP if haven't already!
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Christmas Party 12/22/2015Annual Christmas Party will be held at Villa Hermosa located at 6300 E Speedway Blvd.
Members are encouraged to bring auction items the proceeds to benefit Youth on Their Own.
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How Lincoln Used StoriesTerry Sprouse
SPEAKER 12/15/2015
"A story is the shortest distance between a stranger and a friend." -- Abraham Lincoln
I am an author, storyteller and Lincoln-ologist. My most recent book is "How Abraham Lincoln:Used Stories to Touch Hearts, Minds, and Funny Bones." I present speeches and seminars on the topics of 1) Inspire and Engage Your Audience with Stories 2) Abraham Lincoln's Storytelling Secrets, and 3) Leadership Through Storytelling.. |
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Old Pueblo Rotary Christmas PartyDec 22, 2015
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Recruit and Retain Quality TeachersRenee T. Clift, Ph.D.
SPEAKER 12/8/2015
Dr. Renée Tipton Clift is Associate Dean of the College of Education and Professor of Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies at the University of Arizona. She received her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Teacher Education from Stanford University and has been on the faculty of the University of Houston and the University of Illinois. While at Illinois she established the Illinois New Teacher Collaborative. Her research investigates factors that affect the process of learning to teach, which includes preservice teachers’ learning, educators’ continuing professional development, and educational leadership. Her current projects include Communities as Resources for Early Childhood Teacher Preparation (CREATE), which examines the change process as the college redesigns the early childhood teacher preparation program to focus more on families and communities; Making the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics Accessible to Teachers, which provides professional development for area teachers; and an ongoing study that employs self-study methodology to examine the impact a dean can have on program development.
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Randy Brooks - Marana RotarianZimbabwe trip and the building of a School
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Boy Scouts Bake Sale Hits $700! |
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Boy Scouts Bake SaleSPEAKER NOVEMBER 24, 2015
Boy Scouts Bake Sale November 24, 2015
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Blessings from the HeartVicki Willan
Speaker, November 10, 2105
Blessings’ Mission is simple: “To provide reliable and honest assistance to our neighbors in disadvantaged communities.
Blessings from the Heart, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that concentrates its efforts on US/Mexico border towns and their inhabitants. The company is an Arizona nonprofit corporation and is operated in Tucson, Arizona, USA. The corporation was incorporated in 2002, with full tax exempt status received in 2003. Blessings has been working with the Queen of Angels House (formerly Casa Pepito) in Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico since our inception. The corporation is focused on the Agua Prieta area, with the intent to provide additional support to the area through educational opportunities and other services as determined. |
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Presentation of the Poker Tourney Traveling TrophyPoker Tourney Chair, Keith Ganske
Presenting Trophy to Presidio Rotary Club President Roy Slack
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Coordinator of Volunteers at The Primavera FoundationSpeaker November 3, 2015
Marlo Shedlock
Responsible for implementing and managing the volunteer program at Primavera, including recruiting, screening, placement, training and supervision of volunteers in agency programs
• Present to community groups about the agency’s mission and programs • Maintain volunteer records, coordinate schedules, prepare volunteer training materials • Lead regular tours and orientations for new volunteers and community members • Plan and coordinate annual volunteer appreciation event • Work with the Development team to provide opportunities for volunteers to become donors • Manage social media marketing and outreach The Primavera Foundation provides pathways out of poverty through safe, affordable housing, workforce development and neighborhood revitalization. In a given year 7,500 individuals and families seek a way out of homelessness, a way to find work, a way to become homeowners. Primavera works with these individuals and families on their way to economic self-sufficiency by providing programs that focus on survival, stability, security, and sustainability. |
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Presidio Rotary Passport EventCalling All Old Pueblo Rotarians to Attend Presidio Passport Event!
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Youth on Their OwnSpeaker October 27, 2015
Teresa Baker
Executive Director
Youth On Their Own supports the high school graduation of youth in Pima County in grades 6-12, by helping them to remain in school and stay focused on the goal of graduation. Our Programs include a monthly Living Stipend earned through good grades and school attendance; Emergency Needs such as bus passes, food, school supplies, etc.,; after graduation scholarships, Career and Workforce development. The YOTO program also provides guidance and mentoring. In 2014-2015 school year, YOTO served over 1,500 homeless youth in over 140 local/area schools. As Executive Director, Teresa is responsible for all business and infrastructural support; fund development; marketing/advertising; staff recruitment and management: and program services. Teresa increased overall revenues from $700K supporting 350 youth in 2010 to $2.2M in 2014 supporting over 1,500 youth.
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This Year's Poker Tourney Winner Is!Congratulations from Tourney Chair, Keith Ganske and Winner, Scott Polston from Garment Graphics!
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Easter Seals Blake FoundationSpeaker October 20, 2015
Kristine Perez, Primary Contact
330 N. Commerce Park Loop
Ste 100 Tucson, AZ 85745 Our mission is to spread help, hope & answersEaster Seals Blake Foundation is dedicated to the idea that all people deserve the chance to live healthy, productive and independent lives. Our educational, therapeutic, family support and community living programs are designed in accordance with our mission: to enable each individual served to discover and meet his or her maximum potential for independent, productive living and developmental growth.
The Story of Easter SealsEaster Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 100 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals. |
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Ernie MontagneSpeaker October 13, 2015
What the Rotary Foundation means to Me
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Tucson City Charter ChangesSpeaker October 6, 2015
Bruce Dusenberry, OPR Member
Bruce will update the club on the status of the Charter Changes.
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Pima County Bond ElectonSpeaker September 8, 2015 Larry Lucero Senior Director
On April 21, 2015 the Pima County Board of Supervisors approved Resolution No. 2015-19 ordering a bond election to be held on November 3, 2015, and approving seven ballot propositions. If voters were to approve all seven propositions, the County would be authorized to sell $815,760,000 in general obligation bonds to fund projects that meet the purposes stated in each proposition.
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Sun Tran Services in TucsonPat Richter and Michelle Clark
In 1969, the City of Tucson agreed to assume control of Tucson Rapid Transit's struggling system. Under the city's direction, public transit began to flourish. Ridership increased, new buses were purchased and service rapidly improved. In 1975, a contest was held and the system was renamed Sun Tran. Today, Sun Tran operates 40 fixed routes, and the award-winning system remains on the cutting edge of technology as it has since the beginning.
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All players start with an equal amount of chips; for this event, the starting amount is $3,500. As play progresses, the mandatory blind bets and the minimum bets increase and more players will lose all of their chips and be eliminated. Seats will be assigned randomly, and reassigned at the starts of round 3 and 6. . |
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Each player is allowed 2 REBUYS of additional chips if they lose all their chips before the end of the third round. The REBUY is $2,500 in chips for an additional contribution of $20. There will also be 2ND CHANCE tables for players who are eliminated from the main event before the end of round 4. Entry donation for a 2ND CHANCE event is $20. Each 2ND CHANCE table will be a separate tournament of 6-9 players. . |
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The finishing position in the tournament is the order in which players lose all of their chips and are eliminated; The last person left is the winner. The last 8-10 players are the FINAL TABLE. All 8-10 players will receive trophies and will be allowed to select their own prizes from those available, with the winner choosing first. |
"Keith asked for team and prize commitments a couple of weeks ago. Let's get those team entry forms in ASAP to reserve your spots before we open this up to the general masses."
Caridad Community Kitchen
pima county JTED
OPR Mixer
Dennis Elias, July 21, 2015
July 14, 2015Rob LaMaster, Director, Southern Arizona
Maurice Saroni, Paul Harris Society
July 7 2015 Gina Murphy-Darling- Mrs. Green's World
Gina Murphy-Darling The Mrs. Green Journey: One woman's story about why preservation of the planet is so very important to all of us |
Current Status/Position: CEO/Founder Mrs. Green's World
Education Background: University of Arizona graduate Introduction of key decisions to be made in living a sustainable lifestyle;
Discussion of debut book:
Your Mother Called (Mother Earth): You'd better call her back! |
A year in review Old Pueblo Rotary Club
Visit with Carroll
June 23 2015 CUBA with Bruce Dusenberry
Let's all visit Cuba with Bruce Dusenberry
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June 8 2015 Pastor Davide Ferrari and the Homeless in Tucson
Pastor Davide Ferrari, from the Central City Assembly, Husband of Rotarian Tori Ferrari, assists by facilitating the Emergency Men’s Shelter, and 3 time a week feed. Davide Ferrari has served as the Lead Pastor at Central City Assembly of God Church since he founded the church in January 2008. CCA is located downtown and serves both the university and homeless population in Tucson. Pastor Dave will be sharing about the homeless issue in Tucson, and the many services he provides to meet the needs of this population.
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Installation Dinner June 27 6:00 pm
Ben's Bells June 6, 2015 1:00 - 2:30pm Broadway Location Downtown
BEN'S BELLS
FINAL SERVICE PROJECT FOR 2014-2015
SATURDAY JUNE 6TH 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM A Great Time - A Great Concept
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June 2 2015 AG Jim Lovelace and Membership
Rotary Membership Presentation by Jim Lovelace
"Rotarians join and stay with their clubs primarily because they seek opportunities for community service, fellowship, and friendship. Many of the non-Rotarians you know are looking for the same things. Invite them to help with your service projects, attend a networking night, or participate in a club get-together and help them see for themselves how Rotary connects leaders to make a positive change. |
Why Rotary 20 Reasons
20 Answers to the Question: Why Join Rotary?
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Friendship:
In an increasingly complex world, Rotary provides one of the most basic
human needs: the need for friendship and fellowship. It is one of two reasons why
Rotary began in 1905.
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Business Development:
The second original reason for Rotary's beginning is
business development. Everyone needs to network. Rotary consists of a cross section
of every business community. Its members come from all walks of life. Rotarians
help each other and collectively help others.
3.
Personal Growth and Development:
Membership in Rotary continues one’s growth
and education in human relations and personal development.
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Cragin Magnet School Year End Promotion Party
Pizza, Music and Fun
May 25 2015 -Vocational Speakers
Meet your Rotarian
Special guest appearance by two of Old Pueblo's Rotarians. |
May 19 2015 Club Assembly
Discussion of the revised merger Club By-laws and ordering of the new club badges.
Discussion of the direction of this new Merged Club.
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May 12 2015 Nick Breckenfield Flowing Wells HS -UA Skyschool
Nick Breckenfield teaches science at Flowing Wells High School and has support the UA Skyschool experience for the past two years. This year, he assumed the leadership position and organized a student trip for 30 students demonstrating an interest in field-based research. Nick coordinated with researchers at the University of Arizona to offer a 4-day, 3-night research experience on the top of Mt. Lemmon. The UA provided access to graduate level researchers and lodging accommodations at the UA astronomy center. Nick will be accompanied by two high school students that participated on the trip. |
May 5 2015 - Phil Hall Mission Garden Project
Mission Garden at A Mountain
Phil Hall
For the Friends of Tucson’s Birthplace this reconstruction, its completion and operation, is our first project within Tucson Origins Heritage Park.
April 28 2015 Danielle Ledezma Rotaract Club U of A
Presentation Title: The University of Arizona Rotaract Club Danielle Ledezma Rotaract at the University of Arizona BIOGRAPHY |
Rotary and Instagram
Rotary is on Instagram. Download the app on your smartphone and follow us @rotaryinternational
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June 27th 2015-2016 Old Pueblo Rotary Club Installation Dinner
SERVICE PROJECTS MAY&JUNE MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
SAGUARO & OLD PUEBLO MERGER CERTIFICATE
Dante - we will miss you!
Hurry Back!
April 14 Amber Jacoby -Helping families manage the business of life after loss.
April 14 Amber Jacoby -Helping families manage the business of life after loss.
Having experienced the deep and personal loss of my husband Dave in 2009, I realized the importance of assistance during a difficult time. Support I did not always have.
Although surrounded by family and friends I still had to maneuver the obstacles, red tape and unforeseen responsibilities of life while also grieving. My goal in developing Jacoby O’Brien Bereavement. Business Services is to share in what I have learned and to be a guide for others by offering confidential, competent and caring consultation to help families manage the business of life after loss.
Contact us at: 520-241-5990
Amber Jacoby, CEO: Amber@JacobyOBrien.com Jan O'Brien, COO: Jan@JacobyOBrien.com |
April 7 2015 Caryn Bustos Polio NID and International Project in India
India Post Polio and NID 2015 India
(National Immunization Day) Caryn Bustos
President – Rotary Club of Tucson Sunrise
Bio
Moved here in 1970. I graduated from Flowing Wells High School and attended Pima Community College. I have a degree and background in computer science and worked in the field for a few years with Southwest Pumps. I was part of the team of programmers that created the software and hardware that we use every day to pay at the pump with our debit or credit card. For 3 years, I worked for M3 Engineering, with Dr. Henry Blair on the cutting edge of LIDAR sensing technology (A remote sensing technology that measures distance by illuminating a target with a laser and analyzing the reflected light) for Sandia Labs and JPL for the EPA. I was also the project lead with Dr.Blair on silicon wafer density measuring technology for Sandia Labs and creating the software program.
I was married with 2 small children, so I changed my career to be able to stay at home and not travel so much. I accepted a position managing a Physicians General Practice/Work Compensation practice for 5 years. In 1999 I went to work for Golden Pin Lanes bowling center as assistant manager and in 2009 became the General Manager. I have 3 sons, 28, 19 and 17. I have a granddaughter who is 7 years old.
I enjoy bowling, photography, traveling and one of my favorite things to do is flipping houses.
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Mar 31, 2015 Ed Jesionaka Sonoran Science Academy Robotics Program
Ed Jesionaka
Sonoran Science Academy Robotics Program The entire curriculum at Sonoran Schools, kindergarten through 12th grades, is aligned to facilitate STEM education and proficiency. Elementary students are introduced to the field of science through nature-based field trips and integrated classroom instruction, as well as required science fair participation. Fundamental science skills are enhanced and refined in middle school by the incorporation of subject-specific science classes at each grade level, utilizing lab kits to conduct experimentation and research.
At the high school level, students are encouraged to master science subjects through mandatory courses, required participation in science competitions, and the availability of AP courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science, and physics. Technology literacy is taught in grades K-12 and incorporates robotics programs at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
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Mar 31, 2015
Sonoran Science Academy Robotics Program
- See more at: http://oldpueblorotaryclub.org/#sthash.qwxCCWUz.dpuf
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March 17 2015 Meet Carrington College - Pat Timm
Meet Carrington College- Pat Timm
Member of the Presidio Rotary
Outreach/Enrollment Rep: Carrington College Education Background; USD, ASU To raise community awareness in regards to the demographic we serve, and to encourage Rotary participation in awarding scholarships via TRVFA
TRVFA: The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to assist qualified applicants to obtain financial assistance to further their vocational studies to enter, re-enter or advance in the workforce.
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March 10 2015 Mike Rosenblom - Camp Pendleton Video
Old Pueblo Award from the Tucson Firefighters
MARCH 28 ROTARY DAY
Even if you are unable to attend, purchasing a ticket would be appreciated.
Dessert Time at AJ's
Feb.17 2015 Cragin Elementary School (off-site)
Cragin students will master 21st century skills to become college and career ready,
through the integration of curriculum and exploration of media, dance, drama and music.
Feb. 14th Valentine's Day Concert Frankie Valli Tribute Show
Feb 3 Springboard - Teen Challenge - Off site visit
The Springboard Home is a special program. As part of Teen Challenge, we help teen girls in a more enduring way than many other programs or rehabs for teens can. From the moment a young lady arrives, she is welcomed into an environment where she is both loved and encouraged to deal with the issues in her life, make significant changes and develop new habits. It is a process of transformation. Our heart and purpose is to help every teen girl once held captive by anger, substance abuse and rebellion to experience freedom and new purpose in life. Rotarian, Dr. Tori Ferrari has served as the Director of the Springboard Home since January 2002 and is proud to share the home and its' special mission with her fellow Rotarians on Feb 3rd for lunch and a tour!
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Jan 20 2015 Flowing Wells HS Off-Site Visit
January 20th Tuesday 12:00 pm we will have a special off-site treat. Old Pueblo Rotary Club will meet at the Flowing Wells High School located on Prince and Flowing Wells.
12:10-12:30 Lunch
12:30-12:35 jazz band
12:37-12:42 orchestra
12:45-12:50 choralaires
12:55-1:00 orchesis
1:02-1:07 pulse
1:10 Tour of school if anyone is interested
A guard will direct you to the parking area. Be sure to tell them you are with Rotary.
Mexican Food will be served.
Please notify Tori Meyer (click her name for email address) if you have any special dietary needs or you need to signup. If you are driving from the East, Drive Past Flowing Wells Rd. on Prince take the first right turn into the high school If you are driving from the expressway or from the West, take the last left hand turn before Flowing Wells Rd. Click on word MAP below for access to the directions.
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Jan 13 2015 Bruce Dusenberry Mission Strong
Mission Strong AZ initiative launchedOn Wednesday, March 19, 2014 Strongpoint Marketing proudly launched Mission Strong, an initiative launched to protect and preserve Southern Arizona’s military installations. This regional effort by the Southern Arizona Defense Alliance (SADA), a coalition of regional business and community leaders, included a community survey by Strongpoint about the level of awareness and attitudes about these military assets. We also produced communications strategy, graphic look, website, materials, and media relations in collaboration team members LP&G Marketing and Zimmerman Public Affairs. The results showed strong community backing of the six military installations in the region, which contribute nearly 62,000 jobs and $5.4 billion to our Southern Arizona economy. The results were shared with the Pentagon and lawmakers in Washington, D. C., as well. We encourage everyone to visit and support and want to thank everyone who assisted with the launch of the initiative. www.missionstrongaz.org Check out the coverage received - See more at: http://www.strongpointmarketing.com/mission-strong-az/#sthash.8BUIttmw.dpufMission Strong AZ initiative launchedOn Wednesday, March 19, 2014 Strongpoint Marketing proudly launched Mission Strong, an initiative launched to protect and preserve Southern Arizona’s military installations. This regional effort by the Southern Arizona Defense Alliance (SADA), a coalition of regional business and community leaders, included a community survey by Strongpoint about the level of awareness and attitudes about these military assets. We also produced communications strategy, graphic look, website, materials, and media relations in collaboration team members LP&G Marketing and Zimmerman Public Affairs. The results showed strong community backing of the six military installations in the region, which contribute nearly 62,000 jobs and $5.4 billion to our Southern Arizona economy. The results were shared with the Pentagon and lawmakers in Washington, D. C., as well. We encourage everyone to visit and support and want to thank everyone who assisted with the launch of the initiative. www.missionstrongaz.org Check out the coverage received - See more at: http://www.strongpointmarketing.com/mission-strong-az/#sthash.8BUIttmw.dpufMission Strong AZ initiative launchedOn Wednesday, March 19, 2014 Strongpoint Marketing proudly launched Mission Strong, an initiative launched to protect and preserve Southern Arizona’s military installations. This regional effort by the Southern Arizona Defense Alliance (SADA), a coalition of regional business and community leaders, included a community survey by Strongpoint about the level of awareness and attitudes about these military assets. We also produced communications strategy, graphic look, website, materials, and media relations in collaboration team members LP&G Marketing and Zimmerman Public Affairs. The results showed strong community backing of the six military installations in the region, which contribute nearly 62,000 jobs and $5.4 billion to our Southern Arizona economy. The results were shared with the Pentagon and lawmakers in Washington, D. C., as well. We encourage everyone to visit and support and want to thank everyone who assisted with the launch of the initiative. www.missionstrongaz.org Check out the coverage received - See more at: http://www.strongpointmarketing.com/mission-strong-az/#sthash.8BUIttmw.dpufBruce Dusenberry President Mission Strong |
Jan. 6 White Elephant Exchange
Did you receive a gift this holiday that is just not for you? |
Informal Social Event Sat. Nov 22nd
Social Event Social House (SOHO)
Meeting Room Campbell and 6th Join Keith at 1:00 pm
Wildcats vs Utah
Game commences at 1:30
Bring Friends, Family and Potential Members.
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Dec 12-14 Teen Challenge 4th Ave Crepe Event
Teen Challenge 4th Ave Crêpe Event
December 12, 13, 14
9 am-12 pm, 12-3:30 pm, 3:30-6:30 pm "Crêpe Practice Event" Dec. 2nd
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Nov 18 2014 Kaylan Bushwood CPA
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Causes Kaylan cares about:
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Primavera Nov 19 5:15pm
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Veterans Day Nov. 11 Sergeant Shane G Clark
COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT SHANE G. CLARK
Chief Master Sergeant Shane G. Clark is the Command Chief Master Sergeant of 162nd Fighter Wing, Arizona Air National Guard, Tucson, Ariz.
He is responsible for affairs concerning the enlisted personnel of the 162nd Fighter Wing and is the chief enlisted advisor to the wing commander. Chief Clark enlisted in the Air National Guard in 1983 and has served in the Fire Emergency Services career field ever since. In 2004 he assumed the duties of Fire Chief, a position he continues to hold. Chief Clark is a member of the 162nd Fighter Wing Chiefs Council, Top 3 Council and is the functional manager for wing First Sergeants. |
Nov 3, 2014 Judith Noyes The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona
The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to assist qualified applicants to obtain financial assistance to further their vocational studies to enter, re-enter or advance in the workforce.
Donations to the Fund qualify for the Arizona tax credit program for the working poor for Arizona tax filers. For those who file itemized deductions on their Federal IRS Forms, you may also claim your donation to TRVFA. Please check with your tax professional with any questions on these deductions.
Mission Statement
The mission of The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona, Inc. (TRVFA), is to partner with Rotary clubs to provide assistance to the working poor in obtaining education, training and skill development so that they may, in turn, attain career-oriented employment and financial stability and contribute to their communities.
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Oct 28 2014 Steve Bossé Sales and Use Tax Update on New Rules
For tax preparation in Tucson, Arizona, you can count on Steven A. Bosse at Beachfleischman PC. Steven A. Bosse assists taxpayers and small businesses with taxes in Tucson, Arizona and the surrounding communities. Whether you are an individual or a local business in or around Tucson, Arizona, Steven A. Bosse has years of valuable experience as an IRS registered tax preparer.
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October 21, 2014 Kevin Wood - Tucson Real Estate
What's happening in the Tucson Real Estate Market today?
Ask Kevin Wood, our presenter for Oct. 21st.
As a representative of Keller Williams Southern Arizona Real Estate, Kevin will help us to understand the Real Estate Market today in Tucson.
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Oct 14 2014 Rev. Anne Sawyer
Imago Dei Middle School
http://www.imagodeischool.org/ Imago Dei is a very special community where teachers and staff work with students, parents and families to empower our children to learn and strive to be their very best. We invite children in grades 5 - 8 who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch to apply to our school. Imago Dei is a private, tuition-free school that provides an exceptional education to children, in partnership with their families. If you have heard of Imago Dei and wish to know more, please visit us most anytime. Imago Dei is supported by donors throughout the Tucson community and beyond who care deeply about education, the children in our community and our world. You can help make it possible for children to live into their full potential by helping to transform their lives and our own in the process. Sincerely, The Rev. Anne Sawyer |
Oct 7 2014 -Sarah LoRang EVERY ROTARIAN EVERY YEAR
Rotarian Sarah LoRang will speak at our meeting and help clarify "Every Rotarian Every Year".
After attending RLI, she felt it was necessary to help, especially new members, understand how supporting the Rotary Foundation is so important to the Rotary cause.
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Poker Tournament 1st Prize Winner Josh
Sky School at Mount Lemmon!
Oct. 11, 2014
Happy 92nd Birthday John Beatty
Bill Hattara & John Beatty PP PHF
Sept. 30, 2014 Dr. David Baker - Common Core Education
TUCSON - About 4 years ago the State of Arizona signed-on, with the federal government to reform education. The so-called "Common Core" standards were adopted, in 2010 and have finally been implemented across the Tucson-metro area.Rotarian
Dr. Baker will discuss the pros and cons of the "Common Core" standards. Dr. David Baker been a district administrator for 14 years and worked as a elementary and junior high school principal. He has worked directly with curriculum, instruction and technology for over 20 years. Dr. Baker has worked with four different sets of academic standards over the years. In addition he has adopted textbooks, implemented professional training and served on state assessment committees. |
Blessings From The Heart Thank You
Thank You Letter
Sept 12 2014 StreetCar Social
YMCA Camp Thank You From Julio
September 21st
World Peace Day
Aug 19 2014 - Dave Berry -The Twenty Minute Rotarian
Aug. 12- Ethan Orr -CEO- Tucson Clean and Green
Ethan Orr (State Representative, District 9 / CEO Simply Clean and Green) believes that everyone should have a job
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University of Arizona – Master of Public Administration / Bachelor of Arts (History and Political Science)
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Workforce Development and employment opportunities for people with disabilities
Aug 5 2014 Renee Darling Sonoran Desert Tortoise
Renee Darling--Tierra Right of Way Services
BIOGRAPHY
Dir.of Environmental Planning and Cultural Resources
B.S. in Botany, over 18 years of experience working as a botanist, ecologist, and project manager in the Southwest.
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Visit
Friendship Trees Answer
Rotarians have planted trees in the name of fellowship, friendship, and community service since the early 20th century. These trees, which can be found worldwide, have grown into enduring monuments of Rotary’s ideals. In the fall of 1932, Harris embarked on a five-week tour of European Rotary clubs and planted trees along the way. Harris also planted trees in Tallinn, Estonia, and Göteborg, Sweden, during this trip. Other RI presidents also observed the tradition. In 1931-32, then-RI president Sydney W. Pascall planted trees at the sites of Rotary clubs he visited, reportedly at Paul Harris’s suggestion. Today, Rotarians continue to plant trees to symbolize enduring friendships and fellowship, to beautify parks and communities, and to contribute to a greener world. |
Friendship Trees
Rotary Minutes
Rotary Club Radio.com
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Your gift to the Annual Fund helps Rotary clubs take action today to create positive change in communities at home and around the world. Your contributions help us strengthen peace efforts, provide clean water and sanitation, support education, grow local economies, save mothers and children, and fight disease.
The Every Rotarian Every Year initiative asks every Rotarian to support The Rotary Foundation every year.
In addition to contributing to the Annual Fund on a regular basis, members are encouraged to get involved in a Foundation project or program. CLICK HERE AND GIVE NOW
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August 1st Joint Social with Old Pueblo
Joint Social with Old Pueblo.
Friday August 1st from 5:30 to 7:30
Aloft Hotel at Speedway and Campbell Ave.
This event is open to all members of both clubs and their spouses or significant others. Old Pueblo will happily provide a robust appetizer selection for the event. Soft drinks/water will be provided and adult beverages will be available at a cash bar at preferential pricing.
Parking is either in front of the facility, underneath the facility or out back. Folks with mobility issues can be accommodated best either in front of the ALOFT or in the underground parking garage where the elevator will take them to the lobby. There is no cost to park.
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Linda Ronstadt receives arts award from President Obama
July 29 2014 Kirk Reed Viet Nam Adventure in Ten Words
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Kirk Reed-President, Rotary Club of Catalina (Tucson)
Retired United Methodist Pastor, served churches in the Chicago area for 39 years, including the “Home Alone Church” (from the Hollywood movie, Home Alone) B.A. Davidson College, M.A. University of Chicago, plus M.Div. and Doctor of Ministry 2-week bicycle trip across Viet Nam with Pedal Tours, training for a year in order to prepare for the trip. Kirk was a new (or “rookie”) cyclist.
Susan, his wife, has a Master’s Degree in Nursing and provided executive leadership in the field of addiction for 33 years. In her last position before retirement she was Executive Director of Hazelden Chicago. She is an avid cyclist, logging more than 12,000 miles by bicycle each year.
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July 22 2014 Gale Holzhauer Team Empowerment Drum Circle
"Share our similarities, celebrate our differences." - M. Scott Peck
- Integrated Listening Systems - Music and movement for auditory processing, sensory integration and attention
- Computer Based Instruction for Academics and life skills,
- Life-Skills Assessment and Skill-Building for Independence
- Cognitive Affective Training (CAT) for Self Regulation, social thinking and understanding...
- Video Modeling - Learning and applying Social and play skills
- Behavior challenges - assessments, plans and team coordination
- Person-Centered Plans - empowering your team to support your dreams
- I will mentor your success.
- Don't forget rhythm and music for recreational benefits.
- Health Rhythms is a healing protocol modified for individuals and groups. (i.e. team building, elder care, teens, etc.)
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Kudos to Saguaro Rotary
Below is an excerpt of an email Ernie received today from Past District Governor Mike Forney of District 5440 in Colorado. PDG Mike is the Chief Trainer for the RLI (Rotary Leadership Institute) Faculty in the Rocky Mountain Division of RLI -- the RLI Division that includes our District.
It is especially interesting because PDG Mike was not on this trip, but still heard about it. The word of your club's rescue assistance quickly spread through their District 5440. He did remember the Tucson connection and our District, but just forgot the name of the club when he told us about this on Friday. Once again I am so proud of your club and so glad that you are in our District 5500. Knowing of PDG Michael Drake's interest in the Saguaro RC, I am copying him on this email as well. Warm regards, Sally _____________________________________________ |
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I told Sally that our ten Interact kids were rescued by a Tucson club during the holidays this past year when they had to be evacuated from Agua Prieta when a drug war broke out there right when they arrived to distribute Christmas gifts to local orphans (a project we’ve been doing with the AP Rotary club for several years).
Sally was unaware of the event. I didn’t have the name of the club when I spoke with her but learned it was the Saguaro club. They found lodging for the kids and Rotary chaperones (about 12-14 in all) and found a project for them to become involved in! Mike Forney
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Visit From DG Sally and Past DG Ernie Montagne with AG Jim Lovelace
Pictured from Left to Right, District Governor Sally Montagne, President Diane Ventura-Goodyear, Past District Governor Ernie Montagne, Assistant Governor Jim Lovelace.
Visit By District Governor Sally Montagne
July 7, 2014 Tori Ferrari Vocational Speaker Springboard Home
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Installation Dinner June 21 2014 Hacienda del Sol
Paul Hawkins - Immediate Past President, Old Pueblo Rotary
June 24 2014 Shelley Kais - Sustaining Davis-Monthan and the A-10
A Year in Review
Light Up Rotary
June 17, 2014 No Meeting- Installation June 21st Hacienda del Sol
Installation Dinner June 21st, 6:30 pm Hacienda del Sol -
Music by Corey Spector
June 10 2013 Amber Dzik BOD Jr. League of Tucson
Board of Directors for Junior League of Tucson
The Junior League of Tucson, Inc. is committed to being recognized in our community for implementing projects and partnerships that impact the well-being of Tucson's Independent Seniors and to creating an environment that fosters voluntarism, leadership and friendship.
Thank you so much for thinking about me for your Rotary presentation! I am actually on the Board of Directors for Junior League of Tucson, T
he Junior League of Tucson, Inc. is committed to being recognized in our community for implementing projects and partnerships that impact the well-being of Tucson's Independent Seniors and to creating an environment that fosters voluntarism, leadership and friendship.
Our mission is developing the potential of women leaders in our community vs. anything children related J
Amber Dzik <adzik@klkcpa.com>
June 3 2014 Laura Baker- Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention
Women FireFighters
Laura Baker is the Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention for the Tucson Fire Department, Tucson Arizona. She has been with TFD since 1994. Laura promoted through the ranks of firefighter, paramedic, and captain to deputy chief. She oversees code enforcement, system design, business assistance unit, fire cause investigation unit, and the public education unit. She was previously the training chief where she oversaw recruitment, recruit training, regional training, promotional processes and emergency medical certifications.

Laura Baker is the Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention for the Tucson Fire Department, Tucson Arizona. She has been with TFD since 1994. Laura promoted through the ranks of firefighter, paramedic, and captain to deputy chief. She oversees code enforcement, system design, business assistance unit, fire cause investigation unit, and the public education unit. She was previously the training chief where she oversaw recruitment, recruit training, regional training, promotional processes and emergency medical certifications.
Laura was a member of the hazardous material team for 6 years as a firefighter and paramedic and also served as a training captain for nearly two years and was also a captain for one of Tucson Fire’s rapid response teams that are trained in hazmat and technical rescue. Laura also spent time as an EMS Captain which is a member of the district management team and assists the battalion chief with various administrative duties. As a captain in the field, she spent time on ladder and engine companies.
Laura received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from UC Berkeley in 1992 and received an Associates degree in Paramedicine from Pima Community College in 1997. Laura earned a Master of Science in Fire Service Administration from Arizona State University in December 2004. She is a graduate from the Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP) in March 2007.
She co-founded Camp Fury, a Girl’s Fire Camp in Tucson, with iWomen’s Past President Cheryl Horvath where they partner with the Girl Scouts to provide an introduction to firefighting careers and to promote a positive leadership experience to girls 14 –18years of age.
Laura Baker is the Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention for the Tucson Fire Department, Tucson Arizona. She has been with TFD since 1994. Laura promoted through the ranks of firefighter, paramedic, and captain to deputy chief. She oversees code enforcement, system design, business assistance unit, fire cause investigation unit, and the public education unit. She was previously the training chief where she oversaw recruitment, recruit training, regional training, promotional processes and emergency medical certifications.
Laura was a member of the hazardous material team for 6 years as a firefighter and paramedic and also served as a training captain for nearly two years and was also a captain for one of Tucson Fire’s rapid response teams that are trained in hazmat and technical rescue. Laura also spent time as an EMS Captain which is a member of the district management team and assists the battalion chief with various administrative duties. As a captain in the field, she spent time on ladder and engine companies.
Laura received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from UC Berkeley in 1992 and received an Associates degree in Paramedicine from Pima Community College in 1997. Laura earned a Master of Science in Fire Service Administration from Arizona State University in December 2004. She is a graduate from the Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP) in March 2007.
She co-founded Camp Fury, a Girl’s Fire Camp in Tucson, with iWomen’s Past President Cheryl Horvath where they partner with the Girl Scouts to provide an introduction to firefighting careers and to promote a positive leadership experience to girls 14 –18years of age.
Laura Baker is the Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention for the Tucson Fire Department, Tucson Arizona. She has been with TFD since 1994. Laura promoted through the ranks of firefighter, paramedic, and captain to deputy chief. She oversees code enforcement, system design, business assistance unit, fire cause investigation unit, and the public education unit. She was previously the training chief where she oversaw recruitment, recruit training, regional training, promotional processes and emergency medical certifications.
Laura was a member of the hazardous material team for 6 years as a firefighter and paramedic and also served as a training captain for nearly two years and was also a captain for one of Tucson Fire’s rapid response teams that are trained in hazmat and technical rescue. Laura also spent time as an EMS Captain which is a member of the district management team and assists the battalion chief with various administrative duties. As a captain in the field, she spent time on ladder and engine companies.
Laura received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from UC Berkeley in 1992 and received an Associates degree in Paramedicine from Pima Community College in 1997. Laura earned a Master of Science in Fire Service Administration from Arizona State University in December 2004. She is a graduate from the Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP) in March 2007.
She co-founded Camp Fury, a Girl’s Fire Camp in Tucson, with iWomen’s Past President Cheryl Horvath where they partner with the Girl Scouts to provide an introduction to firefighting careers and to promote a positive leadership experience to girls 14 –18years of age.
Laura Baker is the Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention for the Tucson Fire Department, Tucson Arizona. She has been with TFD since 1994. Laura promoted through the ranks of firefighter, paramedic, and captain to deputy chief. She oversees code enforcement, system design, business assistance unit, fire cause investigation unit, and the public education unit. She was previously the training chief where she oversaw recruitment, recruit training, regional training, promotional processes and emergency medical certifications.
Laura was a member of the hazardous material team for 6 years as a firefighter and paramedic and also served as a training captain for nearly two years and was also a captain for one of Tucson Fire’s rapid response teams that are trained in hazmat and technical rescue. Laura also spent time as an EMS Captain which is a member of the district management team and assists the battalion chief with various administrative duties. As a captain in the field, she spent time on ladder and engine companies.
Laura received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from UC Berkeley in 1992 and received an Associates degree in Paramedicine from Pima Community College in 1997. Laura earned a Master of Science in Fire Service Administration from Arizona State University in December 2004. She is a graduate from the Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP) in March 2007.
She co-founded Camp Fury, a Girl’s Fire Camp in Tucson, with iWomen’s Past President Cheryl Horvath where they partner with the Girl Scouts to provide an introduction to firefighting careers and to promote a positive leadership experience to girls 14 –18years of age.
Australian Government Committ $100 million to help eradicate polio
May 27 2014 Gale E. Holzhauer Different Drum Learning Designs
Mission
"Share our similarities, celebrate our differences." - M. Scott Peck
Integrated Listening Systems - Music and movement for auditory processing, sensory integration and attention
Computer Based Instruction for Academics and life skills,
Life-Skills Assessment and Skill-Building for Independence
Cognitive Affective Training (CAT) for Self Regulation, social thinking and understanding.
Behavior challenges - assessments, plans and team coordination
Person-Centered Plans - empowering your team to support your dreams
I will mentor your success.
Don't forget rhythm and music for recreational benefits.
Health Rhythms is a healing protocol modified for individuals and groups. (ie, team building, elder care, teens, etc.)
http://Gale E. Holzhauer, M Ed 520-370-7153 DifferentDrum234@gmail.com
Social Hour Friday May 23rd NO MEETING TUES MAY 20TH
May 17th Saturday Service Project Grad Night Flowing Wells High School
Where: Flowing Wells High School Gymnasium, 3725 N. Flowing Wells
May 13, 2014 Kelly Fryer- Executive Director YWCA Tucson
Kelly has served on the faculty of the Nonprofit Management Graduate Program at Spertus College and Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. A natural story-teller who believes in the power of narrative to inspire, teach, and transform, Kelly has published several books and articles. She is a member of The National Speaker's Association and in demand as a keynote speaker across the U.S. and Canada. A managing partner at A Renewal Enterprise, Inc., Kelly is one of the original architects of The Renewable OrganizationTM.
Much of what I've learned about leadership has come from mistakes I've made," Kelly admits. "Everything else has come from the people I've worked with. And one of the things I've learned is that it doesn't matter if you're the CEO of a Fortune 100 company, a school principle, a rabbi, or the manager of a fast food restaurant: Great leaders leverage the power of purpose, participation, place, play, productivity, and possibility."
The Comeback Of Polio Is A Public Health Emergency
The Comeback Of Polio Is A Public Health Emergency
It is, says the World Health Organization, "an extraordinary event." Polio is spreading to a degree that constitutes a public health emergency.
The global drive to wipe out the virus had driven the number of polio cases down from 300,000 in the late 1980s to just 417 cases last year. The World Health Organization has set a goal of wiping out polio by 2018.
But this year, polio has been reported in 10 countries, and there are fears the number could rise. Bruce Aylward, the head of WHO's polio program, says if the international spread isn't halted, the virus could easily re-establish itself, particularly in conflict-torn countries like the Central African Republic and South Sudan. The unrest makes it difficult to sustain vaccination efforts, and poor sanitary conditions cause the disease to spread.
May 6, 2014 Rotarian Kirti Khalsa - Alzheimers Research & Prevention
Rotarian Kirti Khalsa - Alzheimers Research & Prevention Originally from Rome, Italy, Kirti is the Chief Operating Officer and Secretary of the Board of the ARPF. Before moving to the USA, she worked for a multinational pharmaceutical company in the export, marketing and Regulatory Affairs departments in their offices in Italy, USA, and Switzerland. She speaks five languages and was responsible for single-handedly implementing, managing, and overseeing the opening of a new branch office in Neuchatel, Switzerland. Kirti is also involved in supporting her community by fighting illiteracy through her Rotary Club and supporting the local Senior Companion Program. Kirti has been a yoga practitioner for over 30 years and has been a yoga teacher to seniors and people with disabilities for 20 years. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening. |
April 29 2014 Club Assembly
Rotary International
April 22 2014 No Meeting at Hotel Tucson- Friday Lunch at District Conference!
April 19th Saturday Ben's Bells Community Project from 12:30 -2:30 PM
April 15, 2014 Lynn Kastella - Southwest Commercial Management -vocational Presentation
Southwest Commercial Management, LLC (“SCM”) was established in 1989 to bring excellence to the field of property management. SCM brought together a group of professionals with proven expertise, teamwork, and commitment to every project. SCM’s primary focus is full real estate service for our clients. We provide services for many commercial properties including government facilities, office buildings, shopping centers, and industrial properties. We have extensive experience with managing the City of Tucson Courts, Information Technology and Water Department buildings and have managed these buildings efficiently over the last twenty-one years. In addition, our experience extends to managing other high-rise facilities, buildings with 24-hour operations and buildings with sensitive security, safety and protection needs. SCM’s multiple property management capabilities go beyond the typical facility management, maintenance, technical or accounting services provided by our competitors. The service structure of our company permits us to design and implement real estate services defined by the specific objectives of each particular client and property. Our office is staffed with licensed real estate management professionals who perform all of the functions necessary to operate our clients’ properties efficiently and maximize the net return on investment. Our combined talent insures the technical expertise necessary to develop innovative solutions to any type of property management challenge. We employ creativity and experience to problem solving, maintenance and operating procedures to satisfy both client and occupant needs. Due to our ongoing education and training programs, we are able to offer quality and knowledgeable service from all members of our organization. |
April 8 2014 Tom Taylor Vocational Speaker
On October 1, Tom Taylor became a new member of the Saguaro Rotary Club under the classification of Private Banker at Wells Fargo Bank - Oracle and Ina Branch. He will give his vocational speech tomorrow.
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Our Own Lynn Kastella and Her Race
April 1 2014 Burgess Needle -Caring about poetry& short fiction
http://www.burgessneedle.com/bio.html
April is Magazine Month
You can subscribe to receive the magazine digitally, or you can purchase an additional subscription, to keep receiving it via Postal Mail in addition to the digital copy. Rotarian Magazine - the best reading material for Rotarians.
This November Issue page 55, INSIDER article on El Tour de Tucson and District 5500! Check it out..either digitally, or in your usual paper copy.
It's all GOOD!
March 24 2014 Vocational Speaker Tom Taylor
Saguaro Rotary Poker Tournament 1st Prize winner!
Centennial Elementary School
March 11 2014 Flowing Wells Interact Group
Flowing Wells Rotary Interact Club Rocks! Interact is a club for young people ages 12-18 who want to join together to tackle the issues in their community that they care most about. Through Interact, you can:
How does an Interact club create positive change?Every Interact club carries out two service projects a year: one that helps your school or community and one that promotes international understanding. Service projects are an effective way for you to take action at home and abroad, connect with other young leaders, and get members excited about your club. You can find ideas and tips for successful projects in the Interact Handbook. |
Diamond Rio Concert Huge Success!
March 4 2014 Charles Bayless The Evil Twin, Ocean Acidification
As former CEO of two major power companies in West Virginia, Charles Bayless may not seem like the poster boy for climate change advocacy. Yet in the wake of Obama’s unprecedented Georgetown speech, Bayless is using his position as a major player in a coal-producing state to speak in favor of the president’s agenda. "If you're a West Virginian and a coal company and you're denying climate change, it's sort of like denying you've got cancer and hoping it will get better,” the Public News Service quoted Bayless as saying. “It won't. And the longer you deny it, the worse the fall will be.” This is not Bayless’ first time voicing his support for climate action. "The [climate change] debate is in some of the popular press but it is not in the scientific community," he said in 2011, according to The State Journal. "The extra heat [in the Earth's atmosphere] is equal to about 13 Hiroshima-size bombs every second. You obviously can't put that much energy into any kind of a system and not have something change," Bayless said. He went on to state that climate change is anthropogenic, and science, not politics, holds the key to survival. Click here for further information. |
February 25, 2014 Our Off-Site Visit to Ben's Bells
March 6 Diamond Rio 7:30 PM Fox Theatre
Feb.17 2014 Lorraine Morgan Boys and Girls club
The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson is to provide building-centered programs, professional staff, and a safe environment to assist youth in developing self-esteem, values, and skills. Formula for Impact is a roadmap for Clubs to help ensure that members achieve our priority outcomes of Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles.
Lorraine Morgan VP of Communications & Fund Development lmorgan@bgctucson.org |
February 11, 2014 Club Assembly
Our Members
March 22nd Huge Success! SAGUARO 12th ANNUAL POKER TOURNAMENT
Please Visit the Website
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Feb 4 2014 Dana Katbah- One Stop Career Centers
Dana Katbah
Program Manager Pima County Community Services One-Stop Career Centers Whether you are looking for work, changing careers, or exploring new career options, the Pima County One-Stop System connects job seekers – youth, adults, veterans and dislocated workers – to a network of employment, training, and educational programs in Pima County. By offering high-quality services, referrals, and training, One-Stop bridges the gap between employer and job seeker by connecting qualified applicants with job openings. Employment & Training / ONESTOP
340 N Commerce Park Loop Tucson, AZ 85745 520-798-0535 fax 520-798-0598 dkatbah@pima.gov www.linkedin.com/in/danakat Pima County ONESTOP
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Tori Ferrari -Newest Member
Service Project Cleaning Books for Reading Seed
January 21, 2014 Lane Mandle Downtown redevelopment & streetcar
Lane Mandle Downtown redevelopment & streetcar
Our Beloved Woody Cohen
OUR BELOVED WOODY COHEN!
Sherwood "Woody" Cohen
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Rotarian Woody Cohen. Woody was a member of Saguaro Rotary for 39 years.
January 18, 2014 Saguaro Rotary Volunteers Clean Books Reading Seed
Reading Seed (Literacy Connects Tucson)
Volunteers Needed to Clean Books for Kids
Saguaro Rotary Volunteers Needed
January 18th at 10-12
Lunch Following
Reading Seed Location
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1920 E. Silverlake Road, No. 207
Tucson, AZ - for more info contact Dan Uthe
Recipient of Fran Coffey/Sid Taren Scholarship Award
Scholarship Award
Jan 7, 2014 White Elephant Exchange
for White Elephant Exchange
Dr. Salk - Polio Vaccine
Dec 10, 2013 William Howe, M.D., FACC -New Statin Guidelines
William Howe, M.D., FACC Cardiologist,
Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute Dr. Howe graduated from The Stritch School of Medicine of Loyola University in Chicago. He completed an internal medicine residency at Loyola University Medical Center and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Howe continued at Loyola in a fellowship program in general and critical care cardiovascular medicine.
During his cardiology fellowship, Dr. Howe focused on the clinical treatment of cardiovascular disease in both the outpatient and inpatient settings and has taken special interest in the treatment of critically ill cardiac patients. In addition to the development of his clinical acumen, during his training Dr. Howe published several scholarly articles in the disciplines of congestive heart failure/transplant medicine and cardiac computed tomographic imaging of the heart.
As a highly trained clinical cardiologist, Dr. Howe specializes in lifestyle modification and cardiac imaging, including nuclear stress testing. He has practiced medicine in Tucson since 2008 and joined Carondelet Heart & Vascular Physicians in 2013.
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Word of the Week!
Rotary
INTERNATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF A ROTARIAN
As an international organization, Rotary offers each member unique opportunities and responsibilities. Although each Rotarian has first responsibility to uphold the obligations of citizenship of his or her own country, membership in Rotary enables Rotarians to take a somewhat different view of international affairs. In the early 1950's a Rotary philosophy was adopted to describe how a Rotarian may think on a global basis. Here is what it said: "A world-minded Rotarian: • looks beyond national patriotism and considers himself |
SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE ROTARY
Sept. 3 - Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona - Debbie Rich (CEO)
Presentation title: Girls can do anything! Debbie Rich is the Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona, whose organizational mission is to develop girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Serving more than 14,000 girls with the support of nearly 2,500 adult volunteers, Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona’s jurisdiction includes Pima, Cochise, Greenlee, Yuma and Santa Cruz counties, and southern parts of Graham, Maricopa and Pinal counties. Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona is known for its innovative programs in Social Justice, STEM, Health and Wellness, Financial Literacy, and Environmental Education. Debbie Rich joined Girl Scouts as she truly believes Girl Scouts helps every girl discover who she can be and what she can be, wherever she chooses to put her energies. |
July 9, 2013 Colonel Walter P Craig HURRICANE HUNTERS
HURRICANE HUNTERS
Walter P. Craig, Colonel, USAF, Retired, has over 12,000 flying hours in various single engine aircraft and the following multi-engine aircraft: B-25; KC-97; C-97; C-133 and C-130s.
He has flown in-flight refueling missions; carried cargo world-wide; carried out troop drop missions in Vietnam and was a hurricane hunter in the Gulf of Mexico as well as the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
Col. Craig’s last two assignments were: Director of Operations, Hamilton AFB, California (1973-1975) Commander of the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron,Keesler AFB, Biloxi, Mississippi (1975-1977)
His extensive flying experience includes missions to the North and South Poles and flying around the world, twice. Walter studied architecture at Ohio State University prior to his military career.
Of all his varied assignments, the most gratifying and exciting experience was with the Hurricane Hunters. While serving in that capacity, he was awarded two Air Medals for completing 50 storm penetrations.
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Ruth Green CEO - Bricks 4 Kidz Program
Bricks 4 Kidz ® provides educational programs that focuses on introducing children to principles of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) using LEGO ® bricks. At Bricks 4 Kidz ® we strive to develop effective problem solving skills, provide children the opportunity for creative expression, encourage team work through the use of lab-focused exercises. Our programs provide an extraordinary atmosphere for students to build unique creations, play games, and have loads of fun using LEGO® bricks. The activities are designed to trigger young children’s lively imaginations and build their self-confidence. Our classes aim to provide hands-on experiences that are as entertaining as they are educational! |
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http://www.bricks4kidz.com/arizona-tucson-sahuarita/ Ruth Green |
June 11, 2013 - Allen Fore - Kinder Morgan Assets and Energy Infrastructure
Allen Fore, director of public affairs for Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P., has more than 25 years of experience in law, government, public affairs and public relations at the local, state, and national level
At Kinder Morgan, Allen is responsible for managing comprehensive public affairs, public relations, and community outreach programs for major energy projects. Before joining Kinder Morgan, Mr. Fore was a Senior Vice President at Fleishman-Hillard, an international communications company. Mr. Fore has served in the Bush Administration and was an assistant attorney general of Illinois and general counsel to the lieutenant governor of Illinois. |
June 4, 23013 - Chelsey Belmer - Reading Seed Children's Literacy Program
For over 15 years, the Reading Seed Children’s Literacy Program has been dedicated to helping children in Pima County learn to read so they can read to learn. Reading Seed supports elementary schools and students by:
This school year, there are approximately 800 Reading Seed Reading Coaches working in over 100 schools in 9 school districts across Southern Arizona. All Reading Coaches are trained, fingerprinted, and have a background check completed prior to being placed at a school. Reading Seed also provides continuing professional development for Reading Coaches, as well as free materials and incentives to help keep the learning process fun and relevant for students. |
Installation Dinner June 15th Saturday 6:30 PM
May 21 Flowing Wells High School Students- Mt. Lemmon Camp Report
Presentation today from the Flowing Wells High School Students and all the 411 about the their Mt. Lemmon Camp adventure. |
April 29 - Victor Lim Jr - Biosphere 2
Topic: Historical & Prospective aspects of Biosphere 2
You will not want to miss this presentation!
The University of Arizona College of Science is known as a world leader in teaching, learning and discovery. As a trailblazer in the fields of astronomy, ecology, evolutionary biology, geology, hydrology and tree-ring research, the College of Science has established an international reputation for excellence. Facilities managed by the College of Science such as Biosphere 2, Tumamoc, Flandrau Science Center, Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter, the Mirror Lab, and Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research provide a strong foundation for the collaborative promotion of all Tucson-area Geotourism attractions. |
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Where Science Lives U of A Biosphere 2
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Victor Lim, Jr. University of Arizona Interpretive Specialist MPA - JFK School of Government, Harvard University |
Dante Archangeli- New Saguaro Rotary Member
Pictured in Photo: Left to right |
Our Members
Member Diane Ventura-Goodyear Receives her Paul Harris
July 24, 2012 Laura Penny
She's spent the last 35 years of her life fighting for fairness
Laura Penny has been a feminist for 35 years, from the time when she was a 16-year-old fry cook at a pool snack bar--and got fired for being a girl. She was a girl, no doubt, but her employers dismissed her based on an assumption that she couldn't lift and dump the snack bar's big trash can, she says. It was patently unfair, and it upset Penny.
Since then, she has devoted herself to fighting for fairness. Armed with a degree in psychology, Penny gravitated toward working with marginalized populations; when she moved to Tucson in 1979, she got a job treating people with alcohol and drug problems, and even did a stint as a probation officer. Later, when her gay brother was the victim of a fatal hate crime, she started working for the rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender folks; she's currently on the board of Wingspan.
Tucson Saguaro Rotary Foundation Donations 2012
Donations to the following Tucson Groups
The last year of his presidency, Jim Lovelace proposed that the board of the Tucson Saguaro Rotary Foundation bestow donations to the following Tucson groups:
Fin Foundation,
Access Tucson,
Blessing of the Heart
as well as
Touch Point Connections,
AZ Film Festival ,
Little Hoofs & Big Hearts
and
88 Crime.
It was approved unanimously by all the board members.
Sep 20, 2011-Michael Drake "New District Governor - Official Visit"
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Obituary Sid Taren
May 17 2011 - Jodi Bain, M.A., J.D. LL.M. "Chair of Rio Nuevo Multipurpose Facilities District Board"
ClubRunner's New Mobile App!
May 10,2011 AZ - Town Hall Discussion
Discuss the Recommendations of the AZ Town Hall
May 3, 2011 Vocational Off-site visit Garment Graphics
May 3, 2011
Vocational Off-Site visit
Garment Graphics
220 W Ft. Lowell Road
Tucson, Az 85705
520-544-0529
Directions
Thank you for the tour, Saguaro Rotary Members were quite impressed with the complexity of this business! Holly and Scott Polston have created a phenomenal business! We all thank you for inviting us in!
April 26 - Craig Sumberg, Executive Director of the Fox Threatre
April 26th we had a presentation from Craig Sumberg, the executive Director of the Fox Threatre.
Many changes are in store for the Fox Theatre! Check their website for all the events.
Downtown is "movin & grovin", and it is up to us to support the "new" downtown.
For more information, please visit this website http://www.foxtucsontheatre.org/mainhome.php
The Fox Tucson Theatre Foundation was incorporated in July of 1999 and
was formed for the express purpose of returning the theatre to the
community. The Foundation is an Arizona 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization formed out of the citizen’s group known as the Fox Theatre
Revival Committee, which began looking at ways to save the theatre in
1997.
YouTube and Rotary
4/19 Kim Lane Vocational Speaker
Thank you Kim Lane for your presentation. We now have a better idea of current banking issues.
April 5, 2011 Jamie Leopold -Susan G Komen for the Cure
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Tucson AZ Sunday April 10, 2011 More than 11,000 people participated in Sunday's 13th annual Susan G. Komen Southern Arizona Race for the Cure at Reid Park. "It was fabulous," said Jaimie Leopold, executive
director of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Southern Arizona. She added:
"It's about love and life and hope, and the determination to find the
cure for cancer." |
March 29 - Shelly Gibbons - Pima County Victim Program
The presentation was an eye-opener for many Rotarians at the meeting last Tuesday.
When you think about crime, you may not think about the innocent victims and how they are affected in such terrible situations.
We are very fortunate to have this organization in Pima County-although not a job for just anyone. Those that are involved in the Pima County Victim Program are devoted and true champions for the benefit of Crime Victims.
Shelly Gibbons [ Shelly@quikmartstores.com ]
Phone 520-298-8929 Cell 520-906-3276
Mar 22, 2011 Mia Schnaible,Director Marketing & Development Arizona Film Festiv
Mia Schnaible, Director Marketing and Development
Arizona Film Festival
2011 Arizona International Film Festival will take place April 1-20 at The Screening Room, Crossroads Festival, The Fox Theatre, The Art Institute of Tucson and other venues throughout Tucson. Over 110 films representing 20 countries will be featured in Arizona's longest running and largest Festival. This event is one you should plan on attending, with ticket prices extremely affordable.
Thanks Mia...we hope to see you back again at Saguaro Rotary Club! Visit on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/azfilmfest?sk=notes
March 16 - DoubleTree Hotel --Annual Arizona Town Hall Meeting
This past Wednesday, Saguaro rotary cosponsored Tucson’s Town Hall with the Casa Adobes and Tucson Rotary clubs. Saguaro’s Bruce Dusenberry, Arizona Town Hall Board Chair, moderated along with Brint Milward, Director, U of A School of Government and Public Policy, Suzanne Lawder, CEO, Goodwill Industries and Mark Rubin, attorney, Mesch, Clark & Rothschild as presenters.
Discussion topics included strength in diversity, dissent and respectful dialogue, state unfunded pension liabilities, and the rising cost of state corrections. In addition, the audience was presented copies of the “Highlights of the 97th Arizona Town Hall – Arizona’s Government: the next 100 years.” Key specific recommendations included:
1. Elect the best people
2. Empower government to solve problems by seeking out best practices
3. Reform and reorganize the executive branch
4. Support Arizona’s judicial branch
5. Reform the constitutional amendment process
6. Develop long-term and strategic planning processes
7. Refocus government priorities
8. Increase transparency in decision-making
9. Improve coordination among governments
10. Promote civic involvement
Upcoming events include the 98th Arizona town hall slated for May 1-4, 2011.
For more information go to www.aztownhall.org
March Madness!
March 8, 2011 -Keith Ganske, Vocational Presentation!
Keith Ganske, Comptroller, Tierra Right of Way, put together a great presentation. Everyone learned a great deal about Tierra Right of Way, and Keith's role at that company. The Powerpoint presentation included some great pictures and pertinent information.
Who could resist Keith's give-aways ...all in all, very enjoyable for all members! Thanks Keith!
Mar. 1, 2011 -Off-Site Vocational Visit - Tucson Fire Department
The visit of the Tucson Fire Department was a grand event! We toured the entire building, from the sleeping quarters to the work-out room. It's very obvious that a great deal of planning went into this building. It was a privilege to be part of this tour.
Can't forget to mention: the boxed lunch was fabulous - thanks Maurice!
Please view the photos of our tour on our website.
2/22/2011 David Godlewski, President SAHBA Home Building and the Economic Impact
David Godlewski
David has been with SAHBA for two and a half years. He is
the association’s interim president and is also responsible for managing the
association’s political and policy efforts at the local and state level.
Trade association for residential construction industry in So. AZ
Established in 1952
Pima, Cochise and Santa Cruz
Local NAHB Affiliate
More than 350 Members
“The Community Builder”
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very compelling presentation about the state of new construction today
in Tucson. Tucson has gone from issuing 12,000 new building permits 7 years
ago, to approx. 1,800 in 2010.
However,there still are many opportunities - Better Sales Prospects - Green & Sustainable - Infill & Niche Building to mention a few in the future for Tucson.
We thank David for his excellent presentation.
February Dates to Remember...
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Forgues, Scott | Feb 21 | |||||
Miller, Elizabeth | Feb 22 |
Jan 25 - Pack 186 Bake Sale
Boy Scout Pack 186 Bake Sale
$278.00 was raised!
Thank you Boy Scout Pack 186 and thank you Scott Forgues.
A "sweet" time was had by all!
Jan 11 - Mike Feder - Tucson Padres
"Tucson Padres" |
Changes are in the making. Mike is going to bring back the Padres to Tucson.He has ideas and plans that Tucson has been anticipating for a long time.A great presentation,thank you Mike for all you are doing for Tucson! |
Jan 4, White Elephant Gift Exchange
White Elephant
Gift Exchange
One of our best meetings of this year. If you missed this meeting, there are many more to come that will be just as much fun. Running around and trying to decide exactly what gift you really needed, gave us all a lot of laughts. The Santa Carving, personnally crafted by Doug Raine, was a true treasure, but lets not forget the infamous faucet pepper mill!
See the photos of this event by clicking on this link:http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=2422&jid=31313
Did you hear the idea of Exchanging White Elephant's may occur this July too?
New Member - Kim Lane
Congratulations Kim! We are all so proud to have you as our newest member!
District 5500 Governor Ernie Montague
Saguaro Committee's Reports for District Governor
More Info below about Ernie and Sally
Sept. 21, 2010 City of Tucson Planning & Development Services Dept
How does this dept. heip tucson?
Sept. 14, 2010- Tom Murphey
The DM50 was formed in 1986 by a diverse group of greater Tucson
civic and business leaders to further enhance and strengthen the
relationship between Davis-Monthan Air Force Base personnel and the
civilian population of the region. Its mission is to improve the
quality of life for the DM airmen and their families in ways that would
demonstrate the respect and appreciation the region has for its
military personnel. It also functions as an advocate for the base and
attempts to bridge relationships among DM and the educational,
commercial, political, and social leadership of greater Tucson. The DM50 is a non-profit, volunteer service organization with no formal
ties to DM and since its inception has been instrumental in providing
over $750,000 in funding for dozens of initiatives that improve the
quality of life for DM's airmen. These funds are raised from the
greater Tucson community on an annual basis to support:the Child Car Safety Seat Program and Blake Down Annual DM-50 Golf Tournament to mention just a few.
Tom wants us to visit their website: DM50.org for further information.
Glenn Shaw - New Member
New Member of Saguaro Rotary Welcome ! |
The Four-Way Test
Birthdays of Saguaro Rotary Members
Dec. 3 2013 Off-Site Visit Doug Raine's Workshop
http://www.cca-carvers.org/bio-pages/raine.html
Doug Raine
Doug began carving when not tending to chores on the family farm. At 16 he shipped out on a Great Lakes freighter and passed the time during off-duty hours carving small figures. After college graduation, he joined the U.S.Air Force and became a jet fighter pilot. He earned two combat decorations in Korea and again found himself passing time woodcarving. Doug later worked as an elementary and junior high principal. He was active in Boy Scouting with his son, and camp-outs found him carving a caged ball and chain for the fascinated Scouts. Doug served as president of the Southwest Woodcarvers and is a member of Arizona Woodcarvers, National Woodcarvers Association, and Affiliated Woodcarvers, Ltd. Doug is available to teach woodcarving seminars and judge exhibits and shows. His carvings are available for sale. |
Nov 22 2013 Saguaro Rotary Social - Friday
Nov 12 2013 - Gerlinda S.Tynan, Dir.The Breast Center at Carondelet St. Mary’s Hospital
New Discoveries in Breast Cancer Research Gerlinde S. Tynan, MD is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed her surgical residency at the University of Arizona. She is a Board Certified General Surgeon specializing in surgical disease of the breast. She is an active member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and is involved in the Society’s educational and quality improvement programs. She participates in clinical research in association with Arizona Oncology. She is the medical director of The Breast Center and the Breast Health Program at Carondelet St. Mary's. Her practice is mostly comprised of patients with breast cancer, although she also treats benign breast disease and provides assessment and counseling for those at high risk of breast cancer. |
Oct 29, 2013 Tucson Festival of Books AND Lane Mandle!
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In August 2012, the Tucson Festival of Books hired its first Executive Director. After four years of successful festival management by volunteers, the position was created to consolidate functions, cultivate sponsors and create systems that will sustain the Festival well into the future. Mrs. Euler has a background in education, having worked at the University of Arizona coordinating registration / orientation programs, recruiting new students and managing admissions processing. In 1999, she left the UA to take care of two young children who are now in high school. During this period, Mrs. Euler was heavily involved in volunteering for a variety of organizations. Returning to the workforce with the Tucson Festival of Books combines past professional and volunteer experience in a manner that serves the community on many levels. |
Flowing Wells Interact Club!
Oct 22, 2013 Hunter Yost - Change Your Habits, Change Your Life
"Lifestyle Medicine can be a treatment
for heart disease, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes and other common conditions
and the medical research that supports this." Hunter Yost
Oct. 15 Steve Kozachik "Tucson and economic future - looks good" votestevek@gmail.com
"The glass is half full. Unhelpful rhetoric is just that. Unhelpful. Let's all pull in the same direction and keep filling that glass. There's too much positive momentum to continue with a negative focus." http://azstarnet.com/news/opinion/guest-column-chamber-needs-to-get-on-board-with-city/article_9972b762-2ca2-5643-9824-abae5b7aa379.html Steve Kozachik was voted as the “Best Public Servant” in the Tucson Weekly’s Best of Tucson issue (September 26,2013 page 15). They say ” Tucson City Councilman Steve Kozachik was an unlikely candidate to be come one of Tucson’s favorite politicians…but over his first term in office, he’s emerged as a no-bullX guy who tells it like it is and takes on entrenched interests…We may not always agree with him, but we appreciate that he’s working day and night for the people of Tucson”. |
Octl 8 2013 Off-site visit to Madaras Gallery
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Artist Diana Madaras who says painting "fills me with joy" is equally well known for her bold, colorful artwork as for her generous charitable giving. Madaras owns two galleries in Tucson, Arizona that feature her work exclusively, and is president of the nonprofit Art for Animals Foundation, a charity she founded in 1999 to help abused, injured and orphaned animals.
Madaras is a colorist who celebrates the subtle, natural beauty of ordinary scenes in a way that is both intense and dramatic. She paints in both watercolor and acrylic and has a diverse portfolio - from brilliant desert landscapes to expressionistic portraits.
A signature member of the Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild, Madaras has been featured in a dozen one-woman shows and her art has hung in the Tucson Museum of Art. She was named the featured artist of the Empire Ranch 100 Show in 2009. |
Oct. 1 Deborah Embry - New President and CEO Tucson Urban League
"New President and CEO Urban League" Presentation Title: The Tucson Urban League: Jobs Rebuild Tucson Campaign! Embry is a proven leader in non-profit management in the public and private sector. Prior to joining TUL, Embry served as the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Strategic Partnerships/Grant Facilitator at the City of Racine. In its newly created position in the Office of the Mayor, her role was to identify and raise unrestricted dollars from public and private funders to enhance City of Racine programs and initiatives; develop program initiatives and partnerships to enhance the quality of life in Racine; and administer City of Racine grants. During her tenure with the City, Embry initiated city driven public private partnerships, including After Zones, an out of school time system, Racine Small Business Development Initiative, Faith Builds Community, and Racine Coalition for Financial Fitness. She also raised over $6 million in federal, state, and foundation grants to support city and community programs. Before the City of Racine, Embry spent over a decade in non-profit leadership and management as a development director and President/CEO for two affiliates of national organizations-the Canton Urban League and the YWCA of Racine. While at the Canton Urban League and YWCA of Racine, Embry managed the organizations’ day-to-day operations and restructured both organizations’ business models to diversify revenue streams and create operational efficiencies. |
Sept 24 Off-Site Visit to Native Seeds
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Native Seeds/SEARCH conserves, distributes and documents the adapted and diverse varieties of agricultural seeds, their wild relatives and the role these seeds play in cultures of the American Southwest and northwest Mexico. We promote the use of these ancient crops and their wild relatives by gathering, safeguarding, and distributing their seeds to farming and gardening communities. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Tucson, Arizona. Location: 3584 E. River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718 |
Our story began in 1983 following a profound realization. While working on a Meals for Millions project to assist the Tohono O’odham Nation with establishing gardens, NS/S co-founders Gary Nabhan and Mahina Drees presented tribal elders with broccoli and radish seeds. “What we are really looking for,” the elders replied, “are the seeds for the foods our grandparents used to grow.” This revelatory remark inspired the formation of Native Seeds/SEARCH as a collector and preserver of these endangered traditional seeds. | |
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Working Poor Tax Credit
Working Poor Tax Credit An individual income tax credit is available for contributions that provide assistance to the working poor. Below, you will find a link for recent changes in the law that impacts both taxpayers and charitable organizations. For a publication to assist taxpayers, a current list of Qualifying Charitable Organizations, and forms and instructions for a Charitable Organization to be added to the list. For a list of Qualifying Charitable Organizations for the 2013 calendar year click here. |
Sept 17 Aaron Ball - Pima County JTED students Workforce Ready & Chief Joe Gulotta - Tucson Fire Dept.
Aaron Ball - Assistant Superintendent/Chief Academic Officer
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Chief Joe Gulotta - who is appointed and works directly for Chief Jim Critchley - the head of the Fire Department - will be there to give a brief thank you talk for all of the hard work and funds Saguaro has done/collected for the fire services throughout the years. He is also the Chair of our Tucson Fire Fighters Memorial, which will be held this year on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Fire Central commencing at 10:00 AM. All Rotarians are invited and we will be honoring the 19 fallen from Prescott . Joe Gulotta Assistant Chief |
Sept. 10, 2013 The Benefits of Yoga Mary Somers RN, Cynthia Barthole
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The Benefits of Yoga As an RN, Mary Somers was drawn to yoga in the 1990's when she found that practicing yoga poses could alleviate the neck pain she was experiencing. Mary continued to practice yoga casually on an "as needed" basis for several years until the early 2000's when it occurred to her that yoga could not onlyresolve health issues, but prevent them with yoga. This epiphany led her to begin practicing yoga and meditation more consistently eventually leading to completion of Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in 2011. In addition to Hatha Yoga, Mary has had the opportunity to study Vinyasa and Kundalini Yoga as well as Tai Chi. She is also a Reiki Practitioner and a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. Her strong desire to teach yoga and meditation comes from knowing first-hand how remarkable the benefits can be - in every aspect of life. She is deeply appreciative of all of the teachers, including Priscilla Potter, Maya Fienes and Tejpal, who have influenced her practice. Cynthia Barthole began her career in ballet and modern dance. After leaving the performing arts, she turned to yoga as a form of movement, stretch and physical workout, practicing in the Ashtanga and Vinyasa styles. Cynthia has been practicing yoga for over 12 years and holds her 200 hour certification from The Yoga Connection. She is FA/CPR/AED certified by the American Red Cross. Cynthia currently applying her years of fundraising and nonprofit administration expertise to the Yoga Connection as Program Director. |
“Mission Aug 27, 2013 Diana Hadley, Roger Pfeuffer Garden, Rio Nuevo, & 4100 Years of Agriculture in the Tucson Basin”
The presentation will discuss the history of agriculture in the Tucson Basin, now believed to be the longest continually farmed area in the United States. It describes the series of culture groups that occupied the area and the cultural remains they left behind. The talk features the agricultural legacy of Father Kino, the first European to visit Tucson, and how he initiated the “Columbian Exchange” of plants, domestic animals, and technology in our area. Efforts to memorialize and interpret this remarkable cultural and agricultural history began in the 19th century with plans to preserve and restore Tucson’s Mission San Agustin. These plans are finally being realized through the development of Mission Garden. Diana Hadley is the former Associate Curator of Ethnohistory at the Arizona State Museum and a founding board member of Friends of Tucson’s Birthplace. Roger Pfeuffer is an educator, photographer, and president of Friends of Tucson’s Birthplace, the non-profit organization charged with developing Mission Garden. |
Aug20, 2013 Dr.Torii Ferrari Director Teen Challenge
Dr. Tori Ferrari
Tori Ferrari has served as the Director of the Springboard Home for over 12 years, overseeing its’ students, staff and program . Her passion for young women in crisis began years ago and continues as she serves the addicted, the abused, the neglected and the wounded. An Ordained Minister with the Assemblies of God, Tori also holds her Doctorate Degree in Biblical Counseling. She has been married to her husband, Davide, for the past 24 years and has two sons, Alfonso (19) and Robert (18). springboardpr@tcaz.org Public Relations Representative Teen Challenge of Arizona Springboard Home for Youth in Crisis P.O. Box 69966, Tucson, AZ 85737 Work: 520-887-8773 ext 101, Fax: 520-887-8786 |
August 13, 2013 Club Assembly #2
In Rotary a club assembly is when the members get together to discuss the status of the club. What’s going on, up coming events, and projects. President Keith will lead the club assembly today . Every club member should feel free to participate and add their ideas and thoughts to these open discussions. |
Aug.6, 2013 Vocational Speaker Maurice Saroni
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Maurice Saroni, founder of the Georgeanna Corporation, dba A Handyman’s Haven, was born into an entrepreneurial Italian immigrant family in Chicago. Saroni dreamed the corporate dream and planned to market and broker “secondary merchandise,” or products returned by “big box” companies, to consumers. After starting the business, he recognized a growing demand for low-cost products such as cabinets, flooring, doors, molding and other supporting materials, so he refocused and sought vendors willing to partner with A Handyman’s Haven to meet these customer demands. In an evolving entrepreneurial effort, Saroni created Tucson's largest discount home improvement outlet store. Inspiring culture A Handyman’s Haven provides a work environment for the less fortunate by employing workers through governmental programs. The qualified, experienced and talented staff stand ready to support all Customer requirements – no matter how difficult or technical. The ultimate goal is to provide customers with quality products and services in a timely manner that is cost-considerate to render the greatest return on investment. |
July 30, 2013 Dr. A Gordon Goodyear Physics is Fun!
Dr. Goodyear is a co-founder of several small high technology companies in Tucson. The most recent, 3dbiosurfaces is developing a device that will improve the effectiveness of next-generation molecular diagnostic tests. Dr. Goodyear started his career as a scientist but quickly transitioned in a commercial environment where he spent several years identifying and developing advanced technologies for commercial applications. He has direct experience of developing, expanding and managing businesses in the UK, Canada, Mexico and the US. Dr. Goodyear also teaches Physics at Pima Community College and ITT Tech.. He has a PhD is Theoretical Physics from the University of Manchester (UK). |
July 16, 2013 Nancy Cassel District Governor Visit
Dear Fellow Rotarians, A new Rotary year, a new Rotary International President, a new District Governor and new club officers all working to provide service to others and improve lives. Along with these changes, we have a new grant model for the Rotary Foundation to aid us as we move forward in the grant process. The streamlined new grant model, an easy to use online system, and a new district committee structure will make it easier for Rotarians to plan and carry out larger, more focused projects with lasting effects. It emphasizes the need to work with the local people in planning the project and to put a mechanism in place for ensuring the continued life of the project. We have 37 clubs that have met the requirements to become qualified in order to receive grant funding. The qualification process makes certain each district and club understands their financial responsibilities, including stewardship, and is prepared to take on these new responsibilities. We must now “Think big and Plan ahead”. We will have our first Vocational Training Team to Peru in the area of Maternal and Child Health. This effort is being chaired by Catalina Rotarian, Sharyn Chesser. There will be opportunities for qualified Rotarians to be part of the team. Nancy M. Cassel District Governor 2013-14 |
June 23, 2013 - Pat Williamson - Heart Mountain Counseling
The concept of Heart Mountain Counseling evolved from an actual mountain in Wyoming that moved over 60 miles from a larger mountain range- said to be the largest known instance of land movement on the planet. Geologic pressure moved it from it's original range to it's present site. The thrust of the therapeutic process involves much the same kind of pressure in an emotional sense, and the collaboration I enter into with my clients is to help them transform the pressure in their lives into tremendous positive energy for radical change: to move the mountains in their lives.
I have an optimistic, hopeful perspective of people, a natural proclivity toward empathy for others forged by my own recovery/ healing work. I believe that with adequate guidance, clients are empowered to take life- changing action. In a safe, supportive, nurturing and compassionate environment, healing and recovery goals are possible.
This is a collaborative effort between therapist and client. Together, we identify underlying causes and explore solutions to problems by strengthening one's tools of self-esteem, communication and coping abilities. A life of greater freedom, joy and love is within your reach.
Pat Williamson
Heart Mountain Counseling |
FFF - Fallen FireFighters Fund $719.00 GOAL
United Phoenix Fire |
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Fighters Charities |
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Yarnell Firefighters |
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Gold Cup fund July 2013 |
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7/2/2013 |
$ 139.00 |
7/9/2013 |
$ 249.00 |
7/16/2013 |
$ 176.00 |
7/23/2013 |
$ 104.00 |
7/30/2013 |
$ 351.00 |
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$1,019 .00 142% of Goal |
No Meeting June 25th
June 18 - Club Assembly
Club assemblies A club assembly is a meeting that all members attend to discuss club programs and activities. Most clubs hold four to six assemblies per year. Assemblies allow members to Brainstorm ideas for projects and activities Set goals and develop action plans using the Club Leadership Plan Coordinate committee activities Review the club's strengths, opportunities, and weaknesses Learn more about Rotary and its programs The club administration committee is responsible for planning the agenda for assemblies under the direction of the club president, and may want to consult a suggested timeline and list of purposes . For assemblies that focus on strategic planning or continuing education. |
Our new President Keith Ganske
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY KEITH ! Pictured in Photo
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May 28- Ken Marcus U of A Research Parks
Director U of A Tech Park
Ken Marcus is the Director of the UA Tech Park. He also serves as chief financial officer for Campus Research Corporation. He oversees daily operations and finances for both the UA Tech Park and the UA Bio Park
About The Park
The University of Arizona Science and Technology Park (UA Tech Park) sits on 1,345 acres in Southeast Tucson, Arizona. Almost 2 million square feet of space has been developed featuring high tech office, R&D and laboratory facilities on 345 acres.
Home to several high technology companies, the UA Tech Park houses 6 Fortune 500 companies: Citigroup, CH2MHill, IBM, Oracle, Optum RX (United Healthcare Group), and Raytheon, as well as several emerging technology companies including NP Photonics, and DILAS Diode Laser. The UA Tech Park is also home to the Arizona Center for Innovation, a technology business incubator, and three educational institutions - UA South, Pima Community College, and Vail Academy and High School.
The UA Tech Park contributes $2.7 billion annually to Pima County's economy and is one of the region's largest employment centers.
The UA Tech Park was purchased from IBM in 1994 and has grown from 2 tenants and 1,200 employees to more than 50 business and educational organizations that employ over 7,000 employees.
The UA Tech Park contains a sophisticated infrastructure system that includes: steam, de-ionized water, chilled water and compressed air. The Park also features its own water treatment plant and a central utility plant that distributes all utilities to tenants on-site. Other services include on-site EMT and Fire Rescue services, 24/7 security, a full-service cafeteria and catering, Starbucks and an outdoor recreational center. |
May 14th - John Gimmler Carondelet Foundation-Cardiac Surgery
Carondelet Foundation Hires John Gimmler as Senior Major Gifts Director- Sept 22, 2011
Carondelet Foundation has hired John Gimmler to serve as Senior Major Gifts Director. In his new role, Gimmler will help guide Foundation fundraising and development, and will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors to Carondelet Foundation. The mission of Carondelet Foundation is to engage the Tucson and Southern Arizona communities in philanthropy to support the vital work of Carondelet Health Network. Carondelet is the only faith-based, non-profit healthcare system in Southern Arizona. It serves a population of 1.5 million with four hospitals, 20 primary and specialty care practices, two ambulatory surgery centers, four imaging centers, Hospice and Palliative Care, and a variety of other outpatient services. Prior to this appointment, Gimmler had served since 2008 as a development consultant with Carondelet Foundation. “John Gimmler has already developed strong and positive relationships with the Foundation Board of Trustees, the Carondelet Health Network executive team and key Foundation constituencies,” said Carondelet Foundation CEO Richard F. Imwalle. “We are pleased to welcome him as an associate and look forward to his continued leadership in bringing increased philanthropic support to Carondelet.” Throughout his career, Gimmler has directed nearly 100 capital campaigns and major gift programs on local, statewide, national and international levels. He has helped raise more than one billion dollars for a wide variety of non-profit organizations. A career highlight includes his service as International Executive Director of Rotary International’s PolioPlus Campaign, which raised $250M to help eradicate polio in developing countries worldwide. A native of New York, Gimmler received his bachelor’s degree from St. John’s University. |
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May 07, 2013 Michael Keith Downtown Tucson Development
Who is Michael Keith? |
April 22, 2013 Dr. John Marchello
Dr. John Marchello Professor has been a member of the University of Arizona Animal Sciences faculty since 1965. He serves as a Professor of Meat Science and Muscle Biology and his courses focus on food safety issues, meat animal evaluation, carcasses and meat cuts. He also manages the UA Food Products and Safety Laboratory, which is a USDA inspected meat processing facility. Dr. Marchello is very active in meat science extension education and provides many food safety and meat cutting seminars around the state each year. Dr. Marchello is also the coach of the U of A Rodeo Team. |
April 16, 2013 Anne Elizabeth Arnold - Better Living Through Fungal Biodiversity
BETTER LIVING THROUGH FUNGAL BIODIVERSITY: HOW UNDERSTANDING FUNGAL SYMBIOSES CAN ENHANCE AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY, AND MEDICINE | |
'I'm an evolutionary ecologist broadly interested in the evolution of plant-fungal symbioses. I use classic microbiological methods, ecological sampling techniques, molecular tools, and the robust framework of phylogenetic biology to understand fungal biodiversity, the ecological roles and evolutionary importance of cryptic microfungi, and the evolution of symbiotic lifestyles across the fungal tree of life. I am especially interested in tropical mycology, with a focus on fungal endophytes of tropical trees.'
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Elizabeth (Betsy) Arnold
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School of Plant Sciences, The UofA |
Poker Tournament March 30th HUGE SUCCESS
The Poker Tournament on March 30th was a huge success. According to our Rotary President Dave Baker 'We are sending 34 students to science camp. The University of Arizona Sky Center at the peak of Mt. Lemmon has partnered with Flowing Wells High School to create the first four day, three night science camp. Four University of Arizona science researchers will guide high school students in data collection to investigate various ecosystems.' |
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The Saguaro Rotary Foundation is the non-profit 501c3 corporation that receives and disburses funds to charitable causes on behalf of the Saguaro Rotary Club. You can contact the Foundation via email at mailto:foundation@saguarorotary.org. | |
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April 9 2013 Shaunna Schelin Kowalewski - -Arts Express
The mission of Arts Express is to change lives and build a better community by creating opportunities for children and adults to learn and experience the a power of the arts. Arts Express has a rich heritage, leading back to its founding in 1985, its incorporation in 1998 and its recognition as a 501(c)3 in 1999. Arts Express honors our troops at events like A Hero's Salute and Let Freedom Sing. So, we just have to applaud our military men that did this remake of "Call me Maybe." Well done guys! |
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Apr 02, 2013 Dante Archangeli New Member Vocational
Dante founded and oversees the management of Tucson Artisan Builders. He has engineering degrees from MIT and the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Real Estate Development degree from the University of Southern California. He co-founded Milestone Homes in 1991, which under his guidance became a three-time winner of SAHBA's Custom Home Builder of the Year award. Before starting Milestone, Dante held management or engineering positions with Doucette Homes (Tucson, AZ), Beacon Construction (Boston, MA), and Page, Southerland, Page Architects (Austin, TX). Dante has been a licensed builder for more than 20 years. Dante is a great asset to our Saguaro Rotary Club! |
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Mar 26, 2013 Glenn Shaw (Visiting Rotarian) "Atmospheric Science"
Glen Shaw is a physicist and a visiting Rotarian from the state of Alaska. This is an event you will not want to miss.
Many may not know what a Atmospheric Scientist does every day. Atmospheric scientists study weather, climate, and other aspects of the atmosphere. They develop reports and forecasts from their analysis of weather and climate data. Most atmospheric scientists work indoors in weather stations, offices, or laboratories. Occasionally, they do fieldwork, which means working outdoors to examine the weather. Some atmospheric scientists may have to work extended hours during weather emergencies. Atmospheric scientists need a bachelor’s degree in atmospheric science or a closely related field for most positions. Those who work in research usually need a Ph.D. |
Dr. Glenn Shaw http://www.gi.alaska.edu/user/glenn |
March 19th - Mike Feder and Baseball in Tucson
WHAT IS THE 411 ABOUT BASEBALL IN TUCSON? MIKE FEDER TO EXPLAIN TUESDAY AT 12:10 "When Mike Feder left the New Orleans Saints over six years ago to move back home to Tucson, he thought he was done working in professional sports on a day-to-day basis. "I just did it because I wanted to live here again and I was OK moving on to other things," said Feder, who served as the director of regional marketing and sales for the Saints. But, in 2011 when the San Diego Padres moved their Triple-A team to Tucson on a temporary basis, Feder was sucked back in. He has spent the past two seasons running the day-to-day operations for the Tucson Padres and will do so again in 2013 - the team's expected final season here before it relocates to El Paso. There is a possibility the Padres could play in Tucson in 2014 if the completion of the El Paso stadium is unexpectedly delayed." |
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Mar 12, 2013 Ed Mercurio-Sakwa Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse
Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse provides domestic abuse crisis intervention and housing, prevention and education, and support and advocacy services to women and children. Emerge! is the largest domestic abuse shelter and provider of domestic abuse prevention and abuse programs in Southern Arizona.
We’re committed to making our community a safer place to live, work, and play. |
Mar.5 2013 Ken Segall and all about Apple Marketing
It’s impossible to think of Apple without thinking of Steve Jobs but Ken Segall, known as the man who put the “i” in Apple, is the man most responsible for introducing the company we know as Apple to the world. Ken’s book, Insanely Simple, goes behind the scenes with Steve Jobs, showing how Job’s focus on simplicity earned Apple gigantic rewards. For more than 12 years, Ken Segall worked closely with Steve Jobs as his ad agency’s creative director, spanning NeXT and Apple. Segall led the advertising behind the Think different campaign and started the i-frenzy by naming the iMac. Steve Jobs has become an iconic symbol for people in Technology. Not only is he revered, but admired as a genius of design and ergonomics. This is an event NOT worth missing! See you all Tuesday March 5! |
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Feb26, 2013 David Eppihimer ---Tucson OASIS
OASIS named as a top-performing nonprofit The Social Impact Exchange has recognized OASIS as one of 100 top-performing organizations making an impact in America. David Eppihimer - Executive Director Our mission is to promote successful aging through a three-fold approach: lifelong learning, healthy living and social engagement. Founded in 1982 and based in St. Louis, the non-profit organization is now active in 40 cities across 24 states and serves more than 56,000 individuals each year |
Feb. 19, 2013 Charles Bayless -Climate Change
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Mr. Bayless is Chairman of the Board of North America Energy Holdings, a Board Member of Pike Electric where he is Chair of the Audit Committee, Recycled Energy Development, a Board Member of e3Greentech and the West Virginia American Water Company and a member of the judging panel for the Platts Global Energy Awards. He is past Chairman of the Board of Independent Wireless One, a past Board Member of the Ontario Power Authority, Patina Oil and Gas, where he was Chairman of the Audit Committee, of Dynegy, where, he has been Chairman of the Audit Committee and of the Governance and Nominating Committee and a past Board Member of Trigen Energy Inc., Thermon, Inc, Primary Energy Inc., EPRI and EEI.
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Tucson Electric Power Company (UniSource Energy); Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Public Service Company of New Hampshire; and, was earlier employed by Consumers Power Company in Jackson, Michigan, first as an attorney, then as the Director of Nuclear Fuel Supply, and finally as the Director of Special Corporate Projects. Charlie received his BSEE from West Virginia Institute of Technology; and his MSEE, in power engineering, as well as his law Degree, both from West Virginia University. He earned his MBA in 1977 from the Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of Michigan.
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Feb 12, 2012 Jean-Paul Bierny Arizona Friends of Chamber Music (non-profit)
Poker Tournament March 30th
Feb. 5, 2013 Off site visit CRIME LAB on Miracle Mile
This Tuesday we will be visiting the Tucson Crime Lab, on Miracle Mile, thanks to Liz Miller! This crime lab is approximately 1.5 years old at this location, with state of the art technology and procedures. The laboratory is a full-service forensic laboratory (except limited toxicology) organized into seven operational units: Forensic Biology (DNA), Comparative Analysis, Latent Prints, Chemical Analysis, Toxicology, Forensic Electronic Media, and Administrative Support. We have a staff of 31: a Crime Lab Superintendent, a Quality Assurance Manager, 4 Crime Laboratory Coordinators, 1 DNA Technical Leader, 20 Criminalists, 3 Digital Media Analysts, and 1 administrative professional.
1306 W. Miracle Mile (Map) http://goo.gl/maps/62WuD The mission of the Crime Laboratory is to provide our community with quality forensic science and excellent service.The Crime Laboratory is one of the three sections of the Forensic Division within the Investigative Services Bureau. The Tucson Police Department Crime Laboratory is the oldest crime laboratory in Arizona founded in 1960. The laboratory’s initial home was in the Investigative Division located on the fourth floor of the Parkview Hotel (in the vicinity of Congress Street and Meyer). In 1962, the laboratory moved to the basement of old City Hall. In 1972, the laboratory moved into its third home, the first floor of TPD Headquarters, 270 South Stone Avenue. In April 1989, we moved to our fourth location on the second floor of the west wing of Headquarters. In September of 2011, we moved to our current location at 1306 W. Miracle Mile.
This laboratory was one of the first municipal crime laboratories in the United States to gain national accreditation (1993) by the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors-Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD-LAB). Read More cms3.tucsonaz.gov/police/crime-lab
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Jan 29, 2013 Patty Shirley "Rillito Downs"
Rillito Park Racetrack & Equine Encore Foundation (facility for retired
racehorses) Patti Shirley
Affiliation: _Vice-President of P:C.H.A., operator of Rillito Park Racetrack, and Executive Director of Equine Encore Foundation It's simply the latest plot to destroy horse racing in Pima County and Southern Arizona," association vice president Patti Shirley, told the crowd. "I say, we cannot allow that to happen."
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Saguaro Rotary President - Flowing Wells Superintendent!
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The following is a release from the Flowing Wells Unified School District:
On Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at a regularly scheduled meeting, the Flowing Wells School District Governing Board approved a two-year contract for Superintendent Dr. David Baker, beginning July 1, 2013. Dr. Baker began his Flowing Wells career as a fourth grade teacher in 1991 at Centennial Elementary School. Dr. Baker also served as a Flowing Wells Junior High School assistant principal in 1995 and Flowing Wells Junior High School principal from 1998-2002 in the Flowing Wells District. Dr. Baker was the principal at Mesa Verde Elementary School in the Amphitheater School District from 1996-1998. Dr. Baker was appointed as the Flowing Wells associate superintendent in 2002 and has served in this position until his recent selection as superintendent. Dr. Baker has volunteered on several committees with the Arizona Department of Education, working on issues related to school improvement and state assessments. Dr. David Baker has been a member of the Saguaro Rotary Club since 2003 and currently serves as the president. |
Jan. 22, 2013 George Carpenter and Friends Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum
George Carpenter, Curator of the Interpretive Animal Collection will be our speaker from the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
The mission of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world by fostering love, appreciation, and understanding of the Sonoran Desert.
For more information visit https://www.desertmuseum.org/
Jan. 15th White Elephant Gift Exchange
Our Annual White Elephant Gift Exchange will be the venue for this Tuesday's lunch meeting. What exactly is a White Elephant Gift Exchange? "A white elephant gift exchange is a popular holiday party game in the United States, with many variations in name and game play. Generally, a party needs a minimum of six participants, although the larger the group, the more entertaining and protracted game play will be. The goal of the party is usually entertainment rather than gain, but it can result in vicious rivalries between players trying to get sought after gifts. All attendees are expected to bring one wrapped gift. Traditionally, a white elephant present is something unusual, somewhat useless, or inconvenient. Trinkets, strange knick knacks, unidentifiable kitchen items, and the like are typical white elephants, and guests are asked to wrap them nicely and to leave no identifying markings on the presents. Part of the game is often a series of guesses as to who brought which present. Usually, attendees draw numbers or cards to indicate player order...." http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-a-white-elephant-gift-exchange.htm |
Jan. 15th - Screening 7:00PM Sir Nicholas Winton
On Tuesday January 15 at 7:00 p.m., there will be a screening of two holocaust-related films with one about Sir Nicholas Winton, a Rotarian hero of the holocaust. The film, titled “Nicky’s Family” runs 96 minutes and follows a 15 minute film titled “I Was the Child of Holocaust Survivors.” The films are part of the Tucson International Jewish Film Festival located at the Tucson Jewish Community Center (http://www.tucsonjcc.org/) at (Directions to JCC) 3800 E. River Road. Admission is normally $8.00 but, if you show a Rotary pin or some other kind of Rotary id, you will receive a reduced price of $6.00.
Visit http://www.rotaryd5500.org/ for further information
Jan 8, 2013 Kim Sisson- Stand Up For Kids
STAND UP FOR KIDS http://www.standupforkids.org/Tucson/news.aspx
Have you ever wondered how many homeless kids are living on the streets of Tucson?
The numbers are difficult to determine, but young people are particularly difficult to track due to the unique challenges they face and their own efforts to go undetected. According to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, Pima County homeless service providers assisted nearly 1,500 children under the age of 18, and 729 young adults ages 18-24 during 2010.
Kim Sisson disputes these numbers and other such surveys. "For every 10 we see there have to be 100 more we don’t see, at least," she says. Sisson is a volunteer and Director of Outreach for StandUp For Kids, a non-profit organization founded in 1990 to help homeless and at-risk youth
Dec. 4, 2012 - Off-site visit to The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
We have an off-site visit to the The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures. This will be a very fun-filled event! We look forward to seeing you!
http://www.theminitimemachine.org/
Here is the map to the location...
The Mini Time Machine Museum is located at the north side of Camp Lowell Drive just west of Swan Road. Free Parking with barrier-free access is available.
The Mini Time Machine was created from the imagination and dedication of Founders, Patricia and Walter Arnell. Pat’s fondness for miniatures began in the 1930’s, when as a young girl she received her first miniatures- a set of Strombecker wooden dollhouse furniture. It wasn’t until the Arnells moved to Tucson in 1979 that Pat began collecting in earnest. The Arnell’s became very active in the miniature community becoming recognized members and supporters of important organizations such aThe Mini Time Machine was created from the imagination and dedication of Founders, Patricia and Walter Arnell. Pat’s fondness for miniatures began in the 1930’s, when as a young girl she received her first miniatures- a set of Strombecker wooden dollhouse furniture. It wasn’t until the Arnells moved to Tucson in 1979 that Pat began collecting in earnest. The Arnell’s became very active in the miniature community becoming recognized members and supporters of important organizations such as NAME (National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts) and IGMA (International Guild of Miniature Artisans).The collection grew and the Arnells, dreamed of a way to share it with more people. They envisioned an interactive space where the entertaining and educational aspects of the collection could be enjoyed by everyone- a place that would be enchanting, magical and provide a rich sensory experience.
Tom Cheske - Obituary
CHESKE, Thomas J., 59, died December 5, 2012. Visitation from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday, December 10, 2012, at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be offered 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, |
For all Rotarians that knew Tom Cheske, he was so good-hearted and always gave all he could to Rotary.
He was a wonderful man that did so much for Rotary.
His family and friends will miss him greatly.
Tom felt he had symptoms of the flu on Sunday and Monday 12/2 & 3 - went to urgent care, they transported him to St. Joseph's Hospital. His organs were failing, they placed him a self-induced coma and placed him on a ventilator. He suffered a heart attack on Wednesday 12/5 and they verified he had contracted meningococcal meningitis. His family made the decision to let him travel to heaven on Wednesday, December 5, 2012.
Dec 11, 2012 Sarah LoRang Vocational Speaker
Sarah LoRang is our latest new member, who is filled with life and vitality. is an Eller College ofBusiness School Graduate (University of Arizona). She is currently a Senior Accountant at Keegan, Linscott & Kenon, PC, a public accounting firm. Sarah worked in the Tax Department since graduating with her BS in Accounting from the University of Arizona in December 2006. She is a Certified Informational Return Specialist, a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor as well as a member of the National Association of QuickBooks Advisors, American Payroll Association and American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers. She is also experienced in a wide variety of accounting and tax services in many diverse industries. You won't want to miss this vocational speaker tomorrow at Hotel Tucson. |
Nov 27, 2012 Kim Paskal -Beach, Fleischman Tax Tips
Kim D. Paskal, CPA, MBA
Kim Paskal is a Shareholder at BeachFleischman PC. She has been in public accounting since 1994.
Areas of Specialty • S Corporation and C Corporation Taxation • Multi-State Taxation • Cost Segregation and Tax Depreciation • Tax Deferred Exchanges • Tax Planning and Consulting • Tax Compliance • Individual Taxation Industry Experience • Real Estate • Construction • High Net Worth Individuals • Retail • Professional Services • Medical Practices • Law Firms • Software Development |
Education • Arizona State University, Masters of Business Administration • Furman University, Bachelor of Arts in Accounting Professional and Community Associations and Activities • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants • Tax Division of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants • Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants • Tucson Tax Study Group • State of Arizona, Department of Real Estate, License Instructor Certificate Business/Community Association and Activities Current • Pima County Real Estate Research Council, Treasurer • Tucson Jewish Community Center, Finance Committee Past • CODAC Behavioral Health Services, Past Board Member & Treasurer |
Be sure to attend this meeting and get some "tax tips", to assist you April 15th, 2013.
Veterans' Day 2012
History of Veterans' Day
http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/us/veterans-day
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 an armistice between Germany and the Allied nations came into effect. On November 11, 1919, Armistice Day was commemorated for the first time. In 1919, President Wilson proclaimed the day should be "filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory". There were plans for parades, public meetings and a brief suspension of business activities at 11am.
In 1926, the United States Congress officially recognized the end of World War I and declared that the anniversary of the armistice should be commemorated with prayer and thanksgiving. The Congress also requested that the president should "issue a proclamation calling upon the officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on November 11 and inviting the people of the United States to observe the day in schools and churches, or other suitable places, with appropriate ceremonies of friendly relations with all other peoples."
An Act (52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a) was approved on May 13, 1938, which made November 11 in each year a legal holiday, known as Armistice Day. This day was originally intended to honor veterans of World War I. A few years later, World War II required the largest mobilization of service men in the history of the United States and the American forces fought in Korea. In 1954, the veterans service organizations urged Congress to change the word "Armistice" to "Veterans". Congress approved this change and on June 1, 1954, November 11 became a day to honor all American veterans, where ever and whenever they had served.
In 1968 the Uniforms Holiday Bill (Public Law 90-363 (82 Stat. 250)) made an attempt to move Veterans Day to the fourth Monday of October. The bill took effect in 1971. However, this caused a lot of confusion as many states disagreed with this decision and continued to hold Veterans Day activities on November 11. In 1975, President Gerald R. Ford signed Public Law 94-97 (89 Stat. 479), which stated that Veterans Day would again be observed on November 11 from 1978 onwards. Veterans Day is still observed on November 11.
Dec 18 - Annual Holiday Party- Christine Alexander
Nov.12, 2012 Debbie Kornmiller Send a Kid to Camp
Debbie Kornmiller from The Arizona Daily Star will present the Sportsmen's Fund Send a Kid to Camp program. Each year The Arizona Daily Star raises money so children from low-income households and military families can attend overnight YMCA, Boy Scout and Girl Scout and Camp Courage burn camps. Five years ago, the Send a Kid to Camp mission was expanded to send children whose parents or guardians are in the military to these local camps for free.
The Sportsmen's Fund is one of the oldest 501(c)(3) charities in Southern Arizona and was founded in 1947. Your contribution is tax-deductible, qualifying for the state's working-poor charitable tax credit of up to $400. Karen Garrison won the Coca-Cola / Church's Chicken Bring It Home & Pay It Forward Sweepstake and named the Sportsmen's Fund Send a Kid to Camp as her favorite charity and the recipient of the $1,000 matching prize. http://azstarnet.com/news/local/send-a-kid-to-camp/article_fd0055e2-caeb-56c9-a594-c278a2ede876.html
Nov.20 BoyScouts' Bake Sale Success!
Flowing Wells Student of the Month
Nov 06, 2012 Mike Varney -Tucson Metro Chamber
The Tucson Metro Chamber is making a difference every day. We're growing businesses and building a better community. Enrich your business experience here. Be a part of the future of Southern Arizona. Be a part of the Tucson Metro Chamber.
Michael V. Varney
President & CEO
Join us Tuesday (Coincidentally Election Day 2012 ) to find out more about the Tucson Metro Chamber.
Nov.6th - Election Day
Election Day.
Exercise your Right To Vote-- having our voices heard is one of the greatest aspects of our American democracy!
Oct. 23 - Hector Barragan Jr. "Southern Arizona Ghost and Paranormal Society"
Who is Hector Barragan Jr? Check out the website below!
http://sagaps.com/?page_id=14
Our team consists of a variety of talented individuals who bring their own interests and expertise in what we love to do. Our website is a showcase of that talent. The different skills and passions our team members contribute, continue to make this job (yes, this is work)
successful. SAGAPS founders have worked on a range of filming projects that include the use of Cinematography, Sound Design, Editing and Effects, to name a few. With a background in understanding lighting, and set management gives us crucial tools to offer our investigations. We have a passion for filming, and these are the roots, this organization were founded upon. We want to document what people are claiming, what our measurements are reading, and most importantly, what the data tells us. We also run research and development on the latest gadgets that enter the paranormal community and try to give back to the people that love trying to seek out answers.
Oct 16, 2012 City of Tucson and Jodi Bain Prop Info - 409, 117, 115, 204
Join us tomorrow for lunch and bring a guest to Hotel Tucson.
Oct 9, 2012 - Nimbus Brewing Tour
You may wish to view our photos in the photo album on the left hand side of this page.
Hank Amado -Our Sincere Condolences
Henry is a wonderful Rotarian and has been in our club a very long time.
He and his beautiful wife Laurie lost one of their sons - Henry "Hank" a little more than a week ago. Henry and Laurie invited us to their ranch several times for parties in Sonoita and we had great times with the whole family.
Please print their address in the newsletter - so those that want to - can send them a card. I know they would be very pleased to hear from all of those that know them.
Henry and Laurie Amado
P. O. Box 64388
Tucson, AZ 85728
Best Regards
Lynn Kastella
Saguaro Rotary Celebrates 50 Years
Pictured:
District Governor, Randy Brooks and President of the Saguaro Rotary Club, Dave Baker.
Oct. 2, 2012 Asherah Caldwell - President of the Tucson Celtic Festival
26th Annual 2012 Tucson Celtic Festival& Scottish Highland Games! http://www.tucsoncelticfestival.org/
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The Festival takes place at the Rillito Raceway Park 4502 N First Ave Tucson, AZ 85718
Celebrate the Heritage and Culture of Ireland, Scotland and Wales just as it’s been done for centuries… with lots of great music, dancing, athletics and way too much Fun, Good Food, Good Drink & Great Friends!
Enjoy Musical Performances all day long, massed Bagpipe Bands, unique Celtic Merchants & Eateries, and Scottish Clans, Heritage & Cultural Booths, Highland Athletics & more. Stop by the Dance Stage for Irish & Scottish performances. Cheer on your favorites in the Highland Dance and Solo Bagpipe Competitions! There are Games, Crafts, Jumping Castles, Storytelling, a Petting Zoo and even a Junior Highland Games Athletics for the Kids! Don't miss Saturday night's Concert and Fire Dance Performers! Absolutely something for everyone!
The flags are flying and the Celts are gathering! Everyone is a Celt for the Weekend!
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Claudette Perier - Candidate for Membership in Saguaro Rotary
On Sept. 25 2012, Lynn Kastella submitted the name of Claudette Perier as a candidate for membership in Saguaro Rotary under the classification of Retired Junior College Educator.
Upon publication in two club bulletins and without objection from existing members, Claudette will officially become a member following her orientation and payment of initial dues. Any member who objects to Claudette's membership should contact the board within 7 days of this publication.
October 1957 Tapestry Jean VanNoten
Sep 25, 2012 Lisa Chastain "HopeFest"
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Hope Fest is an annual event that is a collaboration of helping agencies, organizations and individuals that served thousands of people last year by providing free groceries, dental services, medical services, clothing, haircuts, lunch, prayer and other helping services. HopeFest has been in existence for 19 consecutive years and is well recognized in the community.
Hope Fest is all about helping people through partnerships. The development of partnerships and collaborations are made through establishing relationships with those leaders and organizations who share our same mission in serving the under-served. Hope Fest brings together government, nonprofits, community organizations and churches to effectively work in concert to do good for those in need.
Sept 18, 2012- Randy Brooks District Governor Visit
During their term of service, governors
- Strengthen existing Rotary clubs, organize new clubs, and promote membership growth
- Issue a monthly letter to each club president and secretary in the district
- Support The Rotary Foundation and serve as a district and RI spokesperson, when appropriate
- Hold a district conference and other district meetings
- Ensure that district nominations and elections are conducted in accordance with the RI Constitution and Bylaws and established policies of RI
Aug 28, 2012 Jody Oehler-ESPN Tucson 1490 and 104.9 FM
The Host of Happy Hour - Jody Oehler 4-6 PM M-F, 3rd member of KGUN 9 Sports Team, and the PA Announcer UofA Football!
Jody is a 2003 graduate of the University of Arizona in a degree of Communication. He will be giving us the inside scoop--so plan on attending this meeting!
Sept.11, 2012 - Captain Byron Gwaltney (Pima County Sheriff's Dept.)
Sept 04, 2012 Jill Labrie Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Pima County Program
Aug 21, 2012 Abby Moore -What’s going on at Tucson Botanical Gardens?
Abby Moore is the Director of Education at Tucson Botanical Gardens and also coordinates the volunteers at the Tucson Botanical Gardens.
Abby will be speaking about things that are happening at the Tucson Botanical Gardens right now including construction, new gardens, school and community educational programming, Butterfly Magic, and volunteer opportunities.
Abby's Education Background
- M.A. in Teaching and Teacher Education with Environmental Learning focus from University of Arizona
- Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education and Secondary Science Teaching Licensure from the University of Minnesota
- B.A. in Geology from Colorado College
Aug 14, 2012 Flint Carter - Entertainment Magazine
William Thomas Carter, "Flint" to his friends, is an artist and author born in 1947 in Danville, Illinois. In the early 1970's, after Flint moved to Southern Arizona, he was introduced to the legend of the Iron Door Mine, by Burton Holly, the man who built Hollywood.In 1995, a special collection of minerals, prehistoric and historic artifacts, art, jewelry and related memorabilia from Arizona's Canyon of Gold, Canada del Oro, was shown at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show at the TCC. The collection has premiered in the lobby entrance way of the Tucson Convention Center.
Saguaro Rotary Club
August 7, 2012 Karen Butler Vocational Presentation
Sarah LoRang- Our newest member! July 31, 2012
July 31, 2012 Vivian VanPeenen - Reid Park Zoo
New Membership Candidate
July 10, 2012 Brian Watson IRS Criminal Investigation Special Agent
Be sure your tax returns have been filed correctly! Tomorrow Brian Watson, will be discussing the IRS Criminal Investigations. He will be giving us examples of investigative techniques, examples of local and national criminal cases, and even where special agents do their training. Should be a very informative and entertaining presentation! Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at the Rincon Market at 12:00!
Brian Watson |
July 3, 2012 - Higher Ground Youth Center - Jansen Azarias
Dave Baker - President of Saguaro Tucson Rotary Club - Installation Dinner
(pictured) David Baker (President) Sam Behrend (Secretary)
Installation Dinner at Anthonys June 2012
"We are this close.....
June 17 - (Off Site Lunch) Gospel Rescue Mission -Ray Tullgren III
Map of location- Miracle Mile
History of the Gospel Rescue Mission of Tucson The Beginning... Mr. Ray Chastain, who was a yardmaster for the Southern Pacific Railroad, saw a never-ending stream of homeless men riding the rails in and out of Tucson. To express Christian charity, Ray and other caring and concerned Christian's in Tucson prayerfully founded Gospel Rescue Mission in 1953.
June 12, 2012 Libby Stone "Friends of the Pima County Library"
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Support the library and promote literacy
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Raise funds to enhance library services and programs
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Encourage community involvement
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Promote love of reading and love of learning
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Recirculate materials in environmentally responsible ways
Sat. June 23, 2012 - Installation Dinner - Anthony's in the Catalinas
Join us for the Installation Dinner, June 23rd.
Anthony’s in the Catalinas
6440 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85718
MAP
No-host bar at 6:00 pm and dinner at 7:00 pm.
David Baker, new President
and the new board of directors will be installed.
RSVP to Christine Alexander before June 21st.
Entertainment is the band "Jimmy and the Jitterbugs."
June 12 - Tuesday Weekly Meeting at Hotel Tucson
Please plan on attending our Tuesday Meeting at Hotel Tucson, June 12th.
As we evaluate the food and the location, it is important that as many members as possible are able to attend. Since the staff will include a tour of the Hotel, plan on arriving at 11:45am if possible.
Enter the Hotel through the front doors walk on through to the pool area, where the meeting rooms are. (You may be more comfortable inquiring at the front desk for the location of the Rotary Meeting.)
Parking is in the front of the building. There is typically adequate parking places.
Could you please RSVP to Diane Ventura-Goodyear - We should give the hotel an approximate number of attending Saguaro Rotarians.
See link to map below.
We all look forward to your attendance.
Hotel Tucson City Center
475 North Granada Ave.
I-10 & St. Mary’s
Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: 520-622-3000
June 5, 2012 Rincon Market Meeting Place
Our luncheon will be located at the Rincon Market located on 2513 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ 85716-4403.
Since this is our first time meeting at this location, possibly plan on arriving a little early. To find parking on the North side it is off Tucson Blvd or off 5th street through the East parking lot.
Click on the link below to view a map.
Catering - Meeting Room - Market - Dining
The Rincon Market is a local family owned business located in the heart of Tucson near Downtown and the beautiful UofA Campus. The Rincon Market has been serving Tucson since 1926 and serves as a one stop shop for your Grocery market, Catering, Dining and Meeting Room needs. As a full service grocer we feature fresh produce, meat, fresh fish, a bakery, frozen foods, beer, fine wine, fresh coffee beans and a deli stocked with Boar's Head meats and cheeses.
June 8-9 Biosphere 2 Worlds Ocean Day - the Fin Foundation
We'll be celebrating over TWO days, June 8th AND June 9th!
Activities and events* will include:
Special ocean-themed talks and presentations!
Hands-on activities - learn about the ocean and its creatures by touching and handling a wide variety of marine artifacts and organisms!24-hours-in-the-ocean event!
Touch tank with several species of marine organisms to experience!
Species introduction in the ocean biome - watch as 50 Sergeant Major fish are released into the ocean biome!
Scuba diver encounter!
Eco-education booths, companies and vendors displaying environmentally friendly efforts and products!
Special tours - visitors will get to go on the beach in the ocean biome- the only day of the year this is possible!
*Activities and events subject to change.
Memorial Day
In 1868, Gen. John Logan, national commander of the Grand Old Republic, proclaimed Memorial Day as a day to place flowers on the graves of soldiers at Arlington Cemetery.
For years, Memorial Day was celebrated May 30. Then, in 1971, Congress passed the National Holiday Act moving most federal holidays to Mondays to ensure a three-day weekend. Since that time, Memorial Day has been observed on the last Monday in May.
Originally, the day was to honor soldiers who died fighting the Civil War. However, since World War I, it has been a time to honor all members of the military who have died in war.
This editorial published in The Oklahoman on May 30, 1912, refers to those who died in the Civil War, but the message the anonymous writer expresses of honoring the dead and the hope for peace still rings true.
Read more: http://newsok.com/memorial-days-history-stretches-back-to-1868/article/3679233#ixzz1wGlxmiDE
May 29, 2012 - Club Assembly
http://www.rotary.org/en/members/runningaclub/administration/pages/clubmeetings.aspx#2
May 22, 2012 Lisa Horner & Access Tucson
The staff of Access Tucson is a diverse group of media professionals. Each one brings unique talents and perspective to better serve the mission of community access television.
May 8, 2012- Lyndall Herman and Christina Sciabarra The Three Waves of the Arab Spring & it's Implications for America
The Three Waves of the Arab Spring & it's Implications for America
Lyndall Herman and Christina Sciabarra
Affiliation: The Southwest Initiative for the Study of Middle East Conflict (SISMEC), housed in the School of Middle East and North African Studies at the University of Arizona.
May 15th Off Site Visit Flowing Wells Grad Night Decor
Saguarotarians,
Our service project on April 28th was held at FWHS with the Grad Night organizers. Tony and Sonia invited us to see the finished product prior to graduation, May 16, 2012.
So Tuesday May 15, 2012 at 12:10pm Saguaro Tucson Rotary is meeting at the FWSD's Board Room on Prince Road for lunch and then a visit to the gym to observe the Grad Night Program.
Please respond as to your attendance for meal preparation.
The Board Room is located on Prince Road just West of Flowing Wells Road. Proceed to the drive way just to the West of the complex and park on the North side of the building. This is the small building that is located West of the main District's Offices.
Arriving a bit early may enhance your on time arrival and avoid a fine that may increase your Paul Harris participation.
Any questions, please call or respond to this email.
Yours in Rotary
Maurice
msaroni@comcast.net
May 1, 2012-Sue Callinan Vocational Day
SignAge is a local Tucson Business producing professional signs successfully since 1996.
April 24, 2012 Flowing Wells High School Grad Night Volunteers Presentation
What is Grad Night?
Grad Night is an all-night, drug and alcohol-free celebration for Flowing Wells graduating seniors. Graduates will spend the night of May 16, 2012. Grad Night begins after graduation 9:30 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. Grad Night is a time for the graduating class to be together for one last time. Only Flowing Wells graduates can attend Grad Night – no friends from other schools or underclassmen. Enjoy music, dancing, casino games, outdoor activities, live entertainment, food, refreshments, huge raffle prizes, and cash! It promises to be an unforgettable night for our seniors!
Who Sponsors Grad Night?
Parents and Volunteers provide the energy, creativity, time, and hard work. Financing comes from community donations, fundraisers, and senior ticket sales.
All of the fun -- dinner, music, dancing, entertainment, and casino games, prizes and unlimited food and drink – is included in the ticket price. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.
Just about every high school hosts a sober Grad Night and we all seem to compete with each other for entertainers, casino games, and inflatables (large obstacle courses, human foosball, sumo wrestling, etc.).100% of all donations go toward funding the party and the graduates!
Our Rotary Service Project this year on April 28th will be volunteering our time assisting parents construct the props for Grad Night.
April 28th - Service Project- Flowing Wells
On next service project will be held on April 28th at Flowing Wells High School. We will help set up for Grad Night. It is a huge celebration for the graduates that is held that night. Making props to transform the gym is an enormous undertaking, so there is a great need for volunteers to help construct, paint, sew, and design props.
Please plan on meeting in the front office of Flowing Wells High School (3725 N Flowing Wells) at 8:45 the morning of the 28th. We will begin work at 9:00.
Thanks
Dan Uthe
The Grad Night Committee is excited to know that help is on the way!
Apr 17, 2012 Susie Dupnik - 88 crime
88-CRIME has the film "Trouble at Hand" available for schools, Law Enforcement and Community groups. This is a unique collaboration with the Law Enforcement Community, local film makers, 88-CRIME and youth today. The nine minute short feature examines a middle schoolgirl’s conflict when she overhears a classmate boasting that he is going to bring a gun to school. A dedicated cast and crew of local film makers and actors worked together to create the film.
This film provides information to students to learn how to anonymously contact 88-CRIME to report illegal or suspicious activities at their school. Helping students to understand the importance of sharing information, and how the program works is the message presented in the film.
The Pima County Attorney's Office, School Volunteer Program, is looking for retired or current educators or others interested in presenting and speaking to groups of students & teachers in 5th- 8th grades. The PCAO School Volunteer Program requires a commitment of a minimum of 8 hours each month. Training will be provided. Please contact 88-CRIME Executive Director, Susie Dupnik for more information at (520) 740-5742.
88-CRIME provides a telephone hotline for the public to anonymously call and report information about unsolved felony crimes.
Apr 10, 2012 Michael Burns - Youth Truancy in Tucson
Michael Burns
Restorative Practices and Truancy
Affiliation: Pima County Attorney’s Office
1. Current Status/Position: ACT Truancy Program Coordinator
Pima County Attorney’s Office
2. Education Background: A graduate from the University of Arizona: BPA Correctional Administration and Northern Arizona University with a Masters Degree in Education with emphasis in counseling.
3. Informational Topic or Research Area: It takes more than a program to be successful in reducing truancy rates. A collaborative effort between schools, agencies and communities, and, the utilization of restorative practices has a better chance to complete the mission.
Recognizing that today’s truant may be tomorrow’s criminal, and that chronic truancy is a predictor of future criminal behavior, Pima County is dedicated to returning truant students to school.
Working in partnership with the Center for Juvenile Alternatives, law enforcement, school administrators, teachers, parents and students, the Pima County Attorney’s Office innovative and unique truancy enforcement program intervenes at the very beginning of the truancy cycle.
The ACT Now Truancy Program includes parent and student referrals to counseling and educational and parenting skills programs. The County Attorney cites and prosecutes parents as a last resort. This program has been studied and acclaimed by the Department of Justice as a national model for truancy enforcement programs.
Pink Apron Award--Thank you for your Tireless Effort on the PokerTournament
Saguaro Rotary Poker Tournament Pink Apron Award
Awarded for Jim's tireless efforts and direction. (if you attended the Poker Tournament you will know why an apron and why the pink!)
Jim puts his all into Rotary and is good inspiration for all of the "new"Rotarians in our club!
But wait a minute! Let's not forget Keith Ganske! Keith was a huge act to follow ,always "on top" of the event and always one-step ahead!
The event would not have been the success it was without both of their devoted support and expertise!
We all "Thank You"!
March 27, 2012 Frank Bonillas
Please join us Tuesday. March 27th, to discuss Tucson's Household Hazardous Waste Program with Frank Bonillas.
Buy only what you need.
Read and follow labels.
Store properly and in labeled containers.
Take leftover quantities to the a drop-off site.
Use safe alternative products when possible
April 3, 2012 Richard DeBernardis El Tour de Tucson
Join us for this presentation, Tuesday April 3, 2012
History
Richard DeBernardis
El Tour was established in 1983 with the objective of becoming the nation's largest charity-fundraising bicycling event. Founder Richard DeBernardis set out to prove that a bicycle event could generate as much money as any fundraiser, while educating the cyclists and the community about the healthful benefits of cycling.
El Tour has grown from a 198-person bicycling event that raised $5,500 for the American Diabetes Association in 1983, to a two-month series of activities that attracts 9,000 cyclists who raise millions of dollars.
http://www.visittucson.org/visitor/events/el-tour/
El Tour's prominence has helped Metropolitan Tucson's consistently ranking by a major bicycling magazine as one the country's top five bicycle-friendly communities. The area's excellent bike-lane system includes more than (700 miles) of paved bikeways, including bike lanes, shared-use pathways, and residential bike routes, and makes it possible to travel anywhere in the city by bike.
El Tour's prominence has helped Metropolitan Tucson's consistently ranking by a major bicycling magazine as one the country's top five bicycle-friendly communities. The area's excellent bike-lane system includes more than (700 miles) of paved bikeways, including bike lanes, shared-use pathways, and residential bike routes, and makes it possible to travel anywhere in the city by bike.
Poker Tournament A Success!
Saguaro Rotary Poker Tournament 2012
Click Here for Pictures of Tournament
Mar 20, 2012 - Vicki Willan"Blessings of the Heart"
Saguaro Rotary has supported Vicki's organization of Blessings of the Heart for several years. The club has provided food, clothing, diapers and holiday gifts. Several members have traveled to Mexico to visit the shelter that benefits from her work. Vicki is returning to the club to provide and update on the children and her activities.
Please join us March 20th for this presentation.
March 13, 2011 - David Baker Club Administration
David Baker is the speaker for March 13, this Tuesday. He will review Presidents-elect training seminar (PETS) that he attended. Dave, who is currently our president elect and soon to be our new president, will give us a glimpse at his goals and ambitions for the Saguaro Rotary Club, during his term. Dave additionally, will be asking for your participation and assistance in generating a PowerPoint presentation “OUR TUCSON SAGUARO ROTARY CLUB (past, present & future)”. We look forward to seeing everyone at our meeting.
Just a reminder: the Saguaro Poker Tournament is less than 12 days away!
March 6, 2012 - Tori Harmon JTED Community Presentation
March 6th
Presentation by Tori Harmon - the JTED Community
Pima County JTED
JTED @ Master Pieces and District Office
2855 W. Master Pieces Drive
Tucson, Arizona, 85741
Phone: (520) 352-JTED (5833)
Fax: (520) 352-5842
Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Superintendent/CEO: Alan L. Storm, Ph.D.
Mission Statement:
We deliver premier career and technical education in partnership with business, industry and community stakeholders.
Guiding Educational Philosophy:
• Upgrading and enhancing existing courses and programs in participating districts.
• Expanding the options and rigor of courses available to students.
• Providing innovative training for students to enter the Southern Arizona workforce.
• Providing a community resource to enhance career skills and improve employment options.
Central Campus Program Locations
There are two Cutting Class JTED Academy of Cosmetology Salons in Tucson to serve you. All services are provided by students under the supervision of a licensed instructor.
Cutting Class Salon Menu
Feb 28, 2011 Judge Charles Pyle - Re-Entry after Incarceration
United States District Court
U.S. Courthouse
405 West Congress Street, Suite 5660
Tucson, AZ 85701-5055
Phone: (520) 205-4650
"Re-entry after incarceration"
http://www.fpdaz.org/assets/panel/Memo%20to%20FPD%20Sands%20and%20Williams%20re%20Criminal%20Law%20Seminar.pdf
Feb 21, 2012 Bimi Huebner Tucson Fesitval of Books
Tucson Fesitval of Books
http://uanews.org/node/38307
The event to support literacy in Southern Arizona runs March 12-13 on the UA campus. Last year, organizers relied on more than 1,800 volunteers for setup, cleanup and variety of booths. So far this year, the festival is 200 people short.
The Tucson Festival of Books, expected to draw more than 80,000 participants, 400 authors and 300 exhibitors to the University of Arizona campus March 12-13 for entertainment, activities and food from several local restaurants, is seeking volunteers.
Last year, the event relied on more than 1,800 volunteers for setup, cleanup and variety of booths. So far this year, the event is 200 people short.
The Tucson Festival of Books will be held on the UA Mall, along East University Boulevard stretching from Old Main to just east of Cherry Avenue, and in a few nearby buildings. There will be free public parking available in the University's surface lots and in six garages: Cherry Avenue, Highland Avenue, Main Gate, Park Avenue, Sixth Street and Tyndall Avenue.
The festival events begin at 10 a.m. each day with the last of the day's events beginning at 4 p.m., and admission is free. The festival map is the key to finding all the events being offered during the two-day extravaganza.
The main sponsors of the event are the Arizona Daily Star and the University of Arizona, which began the event three years ago to support literacy in Southern Arizona.
Hundreds of UA employees assist in all aspects of the festival including volunteering, speaking on panels, reading from their own books, inviting outside authors to participate and serving on year-round festival committees.
The Arizona Daily Star also commits the time of most of its employees to the festival and is responsible for creating and publishing the 48-page festival program. The section includes two pullouts with the complete schedule of events and activities.
The newspaper also hosts the Daily Star Pavilion. This year the Star will celebrate great storytellers and book collectors and feature the headline authors Frank Deford, Jonathan Eig and writing guru Roy Peter Clark.
Many individual UA departments will host exhibition tents and activities during the festival including the UA BookStores, BIO5 Institute, the UA Poetry Center, Special Collections at the UA Libraries, UANews, Arizona Public Media, University Medical Center and the Diamond Children's Medical Center.
To help get the festivities started, the UA BookStores Children's Area will host the Storybook Character Breakfast, a fun-filled breakfast with your favorite storybook characters. The parade to the children's area following the breakfast marks the official opening of the 2011 Tucson Festival of Books.
Jan 31, 2012 Paul Cunningham-"Amistades"
Jan 24, 2012 Sarah Lieneke Poker Tournament Facebook page
Feb 7 - Fernando Molina (Tucson Water)
Position: Public Information Office Education Background Tucson Native -B.A. University of Arizona Informational Topic or Research Area 1,4-Dioxane Contamination and Rising Mineral Levels 21 Years working at Tucson Water -Conservation Program Manger-18 yrs--Public Information Officer – 3 years
WEBCAST
Happy New Year
Club Assembly
Join us January 10th for Club Assembly.
Jan 17, 2012 John Pedicone -TUSD Superintendent
Nomination Committte Report Officers and Board Nominees for 2012-2013
2011-2012 Happy Holidays
Dec 06, 2011 (Off Site Visit ) Tucson Museum of Art
Upcoming Events
Mark Your Calendars
Jan. 03, 2012
White Elephant Gift Exchange!
Nov. 29, 2011 - Tori Meyer - Personal Vocational Presentation
Victoria L. Meyer, CPA
tmeyer@beachfleischman.com | 520.321.4600
Tori Meyer is an Accounting and Auditing Senior Manager at BeachFleischman PC with 12 years of public accounting experience.
Holiday Party-Wednesday Dec.14 - 12:00 Manning House
MANNING HOUSE
HOLIDAY PARTY
WEDNESDAY DEC. 14TH NOON
Contact Christine: redrat66@comcast.net
11/22/2011 - Cub Scout Bake Sale Auction
Jim Lovelace commented: "Cub Scout bake sale auction results $413 BEST ever! "
Nov 15, 2011 Nuclear Energy and the Accident in Japan
Memorial Shirts Available
Nov. 08 Sue Callinan Congratulations from all the Members of Rotary
Oct. 25, 2011 Dave Silver KGUN 9
Great sports update for all our members. It was "ALL GOOD"!
Dave Silver serves as sports director KGUN 9. You can catch Dave's reports on KGUN9 News at 6 and 10. Dave is a familiar face to Tucson viewers, having worked in southern Arizona since 1983. Before that, he worked at KSBY TV in San Luis Obispo, California and at KMIR TV in Palm Springs, California.
Nov 08, 2011 Steve Wagner
Oct 18, 2011 Jonathan Rothschild, Candidate for Tucson Mayor
A graduate of Canyon del Oro High School, Kenyon College and the University of New Mexico Law School, Jonathan served as a law clerk for United States District Court Judge Alfredo Marquez. He then joined the law firm of Mesch, Clark & Rothschild, where he has served as managing partner since 2001. In addition to his own law practice helping businesses and individuals, Jonathan is responsible for the day-to-day management of a 21-attorney firm.
Jonathan has a long history of extensive service with local non-profits – as a leader and a worker. He has served in various capacities, including Board President of Casa de los Ninos, Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging, and Temple Emanu-El.
He is a member of the Tucson Parks & Recreation Commission and currently serves as Chair of the Jewish Community Relations Council. Jonathan has also served on the Boards of the Tucson Medical Center Foundation, Jewish Family & Children’s Service, Friends of the University Libraries, University of Arizona and the Community Foundation of Southern Arizona.
Other responsibilities, past and present, include:
Jonathan’s wife, Karen, is a physical therapist working with children in schools and hospitals. Their son Isaac is an attorney who recently became an associate at Mesch, Clark & Rothschild. Their son Nathan is in his third year of law school and their daughter Molly is in her sophomore year at college.
When Jonathan is not spending time with his family (and the family dogs), he is an avid reader and hiker. His favorite last vacation was seeing his father, Lowell, inducted into the Bowling Hall of Fame in Reno, Nevada.
Technology and the Rotary
http://youtu.be/D1R-jKKp3NA
Oct. 11, Barbara La Wall
Formerly an English teacher, Barbara LaWall moved steadily up the ladder until 24 years later, she had the office’s top job — Pima County attorney — the first woman elected to hold that position.
But the school children have not lost a champion. She still considers helping children and working with families one of her top priorities — so much so that she has become a nationally recognized authority on juvenile justice, parental kidnapping and domestic violence
Oct. 4 Historical Fox Tour
Amazing, amazing...did I say amazing! The Fox Theater is Tucson history, has Majestic Ambiance, decorated in fantastic SW Art Deco, and a Green Room enviable by many! The Saguaro Rotary members attending enjoyed hearing about some Fox Theater secrets, while dining in the comfort of the upstairs restaurant. A truly memorable event for all!
If you missed this event, please don't forget our Saguaro Rotary Concert on Sunday, Nov. 20th! (see below) at the Fox Theater. An event for the entire family and a chance to enjoy the Fox Theater.
http://www.jadinorris.com/media
Sep 27, 2011 Meg Weesner GSE Team Leader June 2011
Meg and her GSE team recently returned from Thailand and
our own Saguaro Rotary was the sponsor club. The presentation on Tuesday was spectacular, the pictures were so descriptive of the events and people visited. The Saguaro Rotary was fascinated by this presentaton.
Oct. 14, 2011 Second Annual Membership Mixer
PLEASE JOIN US AND BRING A POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER!
Sept.13, 2011 Kevin Wood Real Estate in Tucson Today
Thank you Kevin for helping us understand a little better about the housing market in Tucson.
Everyone in our Rotary Group was totally captivated. For further information contact Kevin via email: kwood@gotucson.com or visit his web page Kevin's Web Page
Sep 06, 2011 Wayne Morrison Rotary Dictionary Project
This is a wonderful project for Tucson and a very cost effective program which coincides with the spirit and purpose of Rotary.
This year, I would like to broaden the vision of giving a dictionary to every third grader not only in the schools in each of our communities or in our city, but rather to every third grader in our district. This goal can only be accomplished with the support and contribution of each and every club in the district. For those clubs which have participated in the past, we need you to commit to distributing dictionaries to those schools which you have served in the past and consider expanding the number of schools you can serve this year. For those clubs which have not participated in the Program, I urge you to strongly consider it for this year. And finally, for those of you who may know of an individual or corporation which may be interested in sponsoring unserved schools in our District, please have them contact Wayne Morrison (520-301-5966 or wmorrison@nordresouces.com ) our District Dictionary Coordinator. Also, please inform
Aug. 30th, 2011 Rick Grinnell
Write-in candidate Rick Grinnell presented an informative discussion about issues facing the City of Tucson. He discussed his platform and ideas on how to move Tucson ahead.
On, Oct 18th, Saguaro Rotary, as a non-partisan group, has formally invited Jonathan Rothschild, the Democratic Candidate for Tucson Mayor to discuss his platform and ideas.
Aug 30, 2011 - McCain Cancels
Aug 09, 2011 Club Assembly
Aug.16, 2011-Michelle Ferantti (Service Project 1 Yr later)
Aug 23, 2011 Aaron Ball Moving Students to Careers and College
Aaron Ball
Moving Students to Careers and College" |
Visit this website - http://pimajted.org/ to get the total picture of this amazing program in Tucson!
Aug. 02 - YMCA Send a Kid to Camp
Keith Crawley and Kerry Dufour
"YMCA Send a Kid to Camp" |
July 26, 2011 Elizabeth Campbell - Director Reading Seed
Elizabeth Campbell Executive Director Reading Seed
"5 Literacy Groups Merge" |
Elizabeth Campbell, Executive Director Reading Seed Literacy to discuss the merger of five literacy groups in the Tucson area to provide continunity in improving literacy in our youth and adults.
"Also, the continued support provided by the Tucson Rotary Club and Saguaro Tucson Rotary Clubs support on an annual basis.
Elizabeth Campbell
Executive Director
Reading Seed Children’s Literacy Program
ecampbell@readingseed.org
Phone: 520-798-0700 Fax: 520-798-0702
1920 E. Silverlake Rd., Suite 207
Tucson, AZ 85713
www.readingseed.org
Victoria Meyer - Candidate for Membership
On July 19, 2011, Jim Lovelace submitted the name of Victoria Meyer as a candidate for membership in Saguaro Rotary under the classification of CPA. Upon publication in two club bulletins and without objection from existing members, Victoria will officially become a member following her orientation and payment of initial dues. Any member who objects to Victoria's membership should contact the board within 7 days of this publication.
DATES TO REMEMBER
July 19, 2011 Greater Tucson Fire Foundation
Mike McKendrick, Assistant Chief Tucson Fire
The Tucson Fire Foundation Board of Trustees establishes policies and procedures and provides active and ongoing oversight of the three Foundation components comprised of endowment, fund raising and distribution. Although we are still in the formulation stage, the groundwork is being laid for a stable, fiscally transparent and responsible and long-term organization.
Our Mission
We assess and respond to the needs of the greater Tucson fire community.
Our Vision
Honoring the past, embracing the present and engaging the future.
July 5, 2011 Marveen Craig & Ultrasound
Marveen explained how important Ultrasound is to people in other countries. Ultrasound is not just a need for pregnant women, but to discover and treat many other medical issues in both men and women.
Marveen's organization IFSER, needs International help, so that older retired Ultrasound equipment can be transported to other parts of the world. Along with that, IFSER needs to train the recipients on the equipment, by sending instructors to that location.
Ultrasound has evolved over the years, from a large platform to a hand-held device.
Please vist IFSER's website http://www.ifser.org/for further information, or email Marveen Craig mcraig@ifser.org if you can reach out to her organization.
"SEE BELOW"
http://youtu.be/Ahz1SPKTiBU
July 12, 2011 LuAnn Haler and Diane Wilkinson -Valley Fever
VF is a disease casued by a fungus in the soil in the Southwest region of the United States and is also found in parts of Mexico and Central and South America.
Most people may have only mild symptoms; however, usually it affects the lungs, but may spread to other parts of the body such as the bones, skin, joints or brain.
For more information contact the following websites:
Valley Fever Alliance at - www.vfever.org
Arizona Department of Health Services at - www.valleyfeverarizona.org
June 21, 2011 - Tyler Hall, CEO Student Experts
Tyler Hall, CEO, Student Experts ,is a native Tucsonan and 2008 graduate of the University of Arizona's McGuire Center For Entrepreneurship.
Tyler, has a very ambitious and do-able plan for his group. He and his group are the 'look" of the new Technology Entrepreneurs!
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July 23 Picnic at Rose Canyon
Saguaro Rotary Picnic At Rose Canyon (Mt Lemmon)
Chair: Christine Alexander
We all had a fab time! Weather was perfect, Dan only burned a couple of burgers and members brought enough desserts to have our own bakesale. Some folks even got a jump on their poker skills for our March event!
For those of you who were unable to make it, pleae plan on attending our annual event next year. For those who did attend, remember what goes on at a Mt. Lemmon Rotary Picnic, stays on Mt. Lemmon!
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Link above to some photo opportunities!
June 14, 2011 Tammy Mockbee Amy Arlmour-Little Hoofs and Big Hearts
Was there REALLY a miniature horse at the Saguaro Rotary meeting last Tuesday? Absolutely! All members present at the meeting had an opportunity to give a little pet and a hug to this amazing creature.
Tammy Mockbee, Executive Director of the organization provides volunteer development with miniature horses for elderly individuals, assisted living, nursing homes, and hospitals. This program is highly successful, and extremely beneficial for most recipients.
Little Hoofs and Big Hearts is based in Oracle, Az (Keith Ganske, pictured in the middle)
http://www.littlehoovesandbighearts.org/
520-896-2820
tmockbee@me.com
INSTALLATION DINNER AT ANTHONYS
48th Annual Saguaro Rotary Installation Dinner at Anthony's. >
See pictures from the Event!
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June 7, 2011 Paige Bausman - Formal Presentation
Paige Bausman, Assistant District Governor
Formal Presentation of 2010-2011 Presidential Citation Award
May 31, 2011 Colleen Crowninshield- Alternative Fuel
According to Colleen: The Vehicle Technologies Program is developing more energy efficient and environmentally friendly highway transportation technologies that will enable America to use less petroleum. The long-term aim is to develop "leap frog" technologies that will provide Americans with greater freedom of mobility and energy security, while lowering costs and reducing impacts on the environment.
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- Local Food
Did you know that the average meal travels 1200 miles to get to your plate? Emissions from the transportation of our food can be a large component of our carbon footprints.
You and your students can shrink your carbon footprints by eating locally grown food whenever possible. Try taking your students on a field trip to a local farm or farmers' market, or challenge your students to eat only local food for a day. Find a searchable directory of farm, markets and“ Local Harvest.”
- Plastic Water Bottles
80% of the 25 billion single-serving plastic water bottles Americans use each year, end up in landfills. Recycle your bottles, or better yet, choose to reuse with a refillable water bottle made of refill safe material.
- Responsible Purchasing
Buying new products made from recycled materials allows you to “close the loop.” Thus, creating a market for the recycled material items either recycled from your curbside or through other recycling programs.
Did you know the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that hotels use more than 180 billion gallons of water each year? That’s enough for more than 200 glasses of water – for every person in the world!
May 24, 2011 H. Clark Romans
NAMISA Mental Health Advocacy in So. Az.
A very insiteful presentation highlighting the inadequacies of the mental heath care in Arizona.
Dec 14 Christmas Holiday Party
Christmas Holiday Party "Fellowship and Fun" |
Saguarotarians enjoy in Fellowship and Christmas cheer at a Luncheon Buffet to be held at the Manning House. The Flowing Wells High School Chorale is to present a wonderful melody of Christmas and Holiday songs for the members and guests. Join us at 12:10 pm and bring a guest. |
Dec 7, 2010 Joan Martin -Touch Point Connection
Touch Point Connection is a Tucson, AZ-based nonprofit organization working with schools and other agencies serving teens and young adults who need additional support to succeed. Touch Point Connection provides free, ongoing coaching support using volunteers trained in professional coaching methods with a goal of the teens completing enough education and/or training, and acquiring sufficient life and workplace skills to earn a livable wage.
Our one-of-a-kind program addresses the critical needs of youth by:
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Recruiting, training, and supporting community volunteers who serve as coaches.
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Managing coaching programs within and for youth-serving organizations such as high schools and community colleges.
Nov. 30th Doug Woodard, District 5500 Reg. Coordinator
Doug helped us brainstorm ideas and techniques that can be successful in finding the right people, and also in keeping them active in the organization
For further information please e-mail : dwoodard@email.arizona.edu
Bake Sale
Nov. 2nd, Mark Patton
Great Tips and Traps relating to Business Liability Issues was presented by Mark Patton to our Rotary Group last Tuesday. Discussions about Partnership Liabilities, LLC Liabilities, Sole Proprietorship Liabilities, were just a few of the topics that captivated our group.
Mr.
Patton is an associate in the firm's Corporate and Securities,
Taxation, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Real Estate groups. He
concentrates his corporate practice on business formations, mergers,
acquisitions, restructuring, and joint ventures and the tax issues
related to those transactions for corporations, limited liability
companies and partnerships. He has represented buyers and sellers in
mergers and acquisitions in a variety of industries including
healthcare, software, freight shipping, energy, and general
merchandising.
Mr. Patton is a Certified Public Accountant.
Prior to joining Lewis and Roca, Mr. Patton worked for BeachFleischman
PC, an accounting firm in Tucson, Arizona, where he specialized in tax
consulting and compliance work for businesses and individuals.
In his real estate practice, Mr. Patton's experience includes representing clients on commercial real estate purchases and sales, financing, loan restructuring, and leases for office, retail, industrial, hotel, and apartment properties. Mr. Patton also represents clients on real estate syndication deals.
Oct. 26th, 2010 Edwin Torrejon - 6th Street Gym
"In 2009 the 6th Street Gym opened. This gym is used as a safe environment where kids come to learn the discipline of sports, while at the same time learning some of life’s lessons through the celebrated moments that sports provide. The 6th Street Gym provides counseling and mentoring to At-Risk youth.
The vision is to reach as many at-risk kids, and juveniles on probation, CPS referred and incarcerated youth in our community with the gift of athletics, self-discipline and confidence associated with the Amateur Athletics Union, boxing and wrestling programs.
Ed Torrejon, is a 3-time All American athlete and a national collegiate wrestling champion coupled with a Doctorate in Educational Administration, He uses his life experiences to help
Tucson's struggling youth of today. His staff is comprised with at least 5 to 9 professional former fighters, current pro fighters or amateur fighters. All staff are on a volunteer basis."
http://www.6thstreetgym.com/ Phone 520-461-0949
Legends of Country Music
Sept. 28th -"Health Care Freedom, Prop 106 November"
John Munger & Robert Mayer
We'll let you decide!
If passed Proposition 106 would amend the Arizona Constitution to prohibit any law from compelling any person, employer or health care provider to participate in any health care system, allow a person or employer to pay directly for lawful health care services without being penalized or fined, and allow a health care provider to accept direct payment for lawful health care services without being penalized or fined.
Advocates of Proposition 106 say that:
- "You will have A CHOICE in deciding what you want for insurance, your health, your families health."
- "The Arizona Health Care Freedom Act ensures that patients and families will remain at the center of health care reform - and that our needs and concerns be addressed first, before lobbyists for the health insurance industry and Washington power brokers."
- "In a free society, people should not be forced to participate in a health insurance plan they do not want."
- "We can pass the Arizona Health Care Freedom Act. It is simple and has no cost estimates that will have to be revisited and raised. It has no cost."
- "Right now Arizona has the fourth highest percentage of uninsured children in the nation. PROP 106 moves Arizona backwards and away from providing quality, affordable health care to our children."
- "Citizens need freedom from health care catastrophe, and they need choices for their health care that are available, universal and affordable."
- "Should this pass, Arizona citizens would vote away their right to participate in any comprehensive, universal healthcare system such as Improved and Expanded Medicare For All."
- "Proposition 106 will cost Arizona Taxpayers money that we cannot afford during this difficult time."
Sept 16- Club Mixer
First Ever Saguarotarian Mixer September 16!
Event: First Ever Saguarotarian Mixer! Date: Sep 16 2010 at 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM . Location College Place-Bring an friend or colleague that may be interested in joining the Saguaro Tucson Rotary Club. See Liz Miller for further details.
Two New Members Join Saguaro
Welcome Keith & Dan
Aug 31-Lisa Gibbs
Lissa gave us a very passionate presentation, and an overview of how the EEF works for our kids.
The Educational Enrichment Foundation (EEF) is an independent non-profit 501c3 organization founded by Tucson's community and business leaders in order to support the students and teachers within Tucson Unified School District schools.
Aug. 24th-Emil Franzi
If there is something you want to know about the Cowboys and Indians of Southern Arizona, Emil is person to speak with. The knowledge that he has on this topic is very impressive. Films of the Cowboys and Old West, actors and actresses that starred in these films, location of the filming, and much much more was the information that Emil shared with us! What a clever and amusing presentation!
EMAIL: franzi@insidetrackaz.com Emil Franzi is the co-editor of the "Inside Track" on KVOI-AM 1030 Radio. For further information please check out his website: http://www.insidetrackaz.com/ef.html
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August 17 - Major Gabriel Johnson
Aug. 3 Jordan Feld
In general, this was a very interesting and insightful presentation.
Mr. Feld oversees all current, advanced, and strategic planning activities for both Tucson International Airport and Ryan Airfield. Mr. Feld has previously worked for the Town of Marana and City of Phoenix Planning Departments. Prior to joining TAA, he formed his own planning consulting firm specializing in policy analysis, planning and zoning.
July 20 Cris DeSimone
Chris is the Co-host of Wake Up, Tucson with Joe Higgins on 1030am KVOI weekdays -6-8am Cris is also a columnist for Inside Tucson Business and http://www.tucsonchoices.com as well as the owner of Proven Partners, Business Therapy and Marketing.
July 13 - Andrew T. Greeley
In this upcoming year this group will have a nationwide campaign to help prisoners re-enter society by using their writing skills -which in turn gives them one more coping technique.
 Further information can be found http://www.literarypartnersgroup.com/
Literary Partners Group.
As a writer, you can depend on the Literary
Partners Group
to assist you with the highest degree of
professionalism.
With over 25 years in publicity, marketing and
author promotions,
Andrew T. Greeley has assisted a variety of notable
authors,
including Dr.Andrew Weil, Dr. Dharma Singh Khalsa,
Sylvia
Nasar, and David Sedaris.
Whether you are a writer seeking an agent or publisher, an author in the pipeline with a book waiting to be published, or an individual with a literary work already out, we can provide you with the vital exposure you need to sell your book! You can count on LPG to be with you every step of the way, helping you through the entire process.
July 6, 2010 Michael Keith, CEO, Downtown Tucson Partnership
Further info see link: Http://www.downtowntucson.org
June 29, 2010 Jim DeGrood
Further info see link:"Regional Transportation Authority"
47th Annual Installation Banquet
Our 47th Annual Installation Banquet
took place Saturday, June 19, 2010.
What a wonderful location, what a wonderful venue!. Members and their guests
were entertained throughout the evening by the guitarists Reno Del Mar. The room
at Anthony's overlooked the city of Tucson and every seat in the house had a
memorable view.
Our Master of Ceremonies Bruce Dusenberry, did an excellent job of moving
us through the program events (even the jokes were notable!) and Liz Cohn, the Assistant Governor of or District 5500 presided over the installation of
Officers and Directors for 2010-2011.
Everyone is excited about this new year, and their new duties and obligations! Jim Lovelace, our new president, has already presented our club with a featured-full calendar for moving Saguaro Rotary ahead to the year 2011.
Please join us at our new location every Tuesday, 12:10pm, College Place, 1601 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ 8571-05. New guests are always welcomed!
June 8, Liz Miller - vocational speech
We will also have a general discussion of service projects for 2010/2011.
Jun 15 Niya Butts
Position: Â Head Coach
   Experience:  Third Year
   Alma Mater:  Tennessee, 2000
Our group had a remarkable presentation from coach Niya Butts. She is full of energy, futuristic ideas, and loads of enthusiasm. Tucson is very fortunate to have Coach Niya as the U of A Women's Basketball Coach.
For more information: Niya Butts
Arizona named Butts its new women's basketball head coach on April 3, 2008, ushering in a new era in Wildcat women's basketball.
June 1, 2010 Rob LaMaster Exec. Director
What We Do:
May 18th, 2010 Rob Gillette, YMCA BOD Member
May 25, 2010 Michael Mayer, Cooper Center for Environmental Learning
May 18, 2010 Rob Gillette, YMCA BOD member
With your support, the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign ensures the YMCA is there for those who need us most. This annual effort is designed to encourage members and donors to support the YMCA, and educate and inform the community about the positive impact YMCA programs have on people's lives. By supporting this campaign, you help guarantee that children and families, regardless of their circumstances or ability to pay, can benefit from the YMCA's values-centered programs. Y programs help children develop valuable skills, gain confidence and build self-esteem. For more information visit their website at http://www.tucsonymca.org
May 11 2010 - Bill Walrath VP of Palo Verde LL
We hope Bill a speedy recovery! For further info check out the website below.
 http://www.pvllonline.com
May 5 2010 - Steven Wagner
April 27-Our Own Scott Forgues
Scott Forgues, MBA, CRPC Carlin Financial
"Fireside Chat Presentation" |
Our very own Scott Forgues will present the clubs Fireside Chat as per the club's request March 23, 2010 while discussing other club business at College Place. |
April 20-Nancy Schlegel, Exec"Reid Park Zoo
The Zoo is changing! When was the last time, you took a stroll through the Reid Park Zoo, bought a hot dog and just enjoyed the fun that the zoo has to offer? Why not plan an outing this weekend? Visit the new website, and get acquainted with the new additions at the zoo. Who says only kids need to enjoy the zoo?
http://www.tucsonzoo.org/
The mission of the Reid Park Zoological Society is "To
support, advocate for, and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo for the
community."
Apr 13 2010 BJ Cordova, Director of Programs
Apr 13 2010
BJ Cordova, Director of Programs
"Tucson clean & Beautiful"
http://www.ci.tucson.az.us/tcb/
The purpose of Tucson Clean & Beautiful, Inc., a non-profit organization, is to preserve and improve our environment, conserve
natural resources, and enhance the quality of life in the City of Tucson and eastern Pima County. If you missed this presentation, you should take the time to visit the website. Tucson is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States, and we need to preserve its heritage and longevity by implementing a conservational approach to our living styles.
April 6 - Warren Tenney
Warren Tenney, BOD Member
"Central Arizona Project"
After our presentation last Tuesday,we learned how important it is for us to become involved in CAP and the issues that surround it.
You can become an E-Advocate, by clicking on the link below.
It's your state, your water, and your money. Sign up now and they will email you updates when events are scheduled or news is published about these important issues.
http://www.capsmartenergy.com/getinvolved.html
March 30 Steve Brown, Barnstable Mass Rotarian
Steve Brown, Barnstable Mass Rotarian
"Former resident of southern AZ and author"
Fellow Rotarian, Steve Brown and his wife Alice, presented an interesting glimpse into his life as a native Tucsonan and his experiences growing up on the Santa Rita Ranch. He did a brief reading from his recently published book entitled Sol Y Sombra (Sun and Shade) set in a fictional mountain
range in the Sonora Desert from the 1960s through the 1980s based upon his experiences on this ranch and time period.
The Four Way Test
- Is it the TRUTH?
- Is it FAIR to all concerned?
- Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
- Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
SVC Meeting March 23
Great turn out for the meeting last Tuesday. at the College Place.
The ballots that members filled out are being tallied, and Jim Lovelace will go over the results at our next meeting.
Additionally, the chairs updated the members on the collective affairs of the club.
March 23 - PETS
Hello Fellow Rotarians!
At PETS, a discussion that caught many President Elects ears was the new concepts Clubs are proposing for
reducing costs during these economic times. At this Tuesday's meeting, the Board is asking that you please complete a survey to determine your thoughts on potential meeting
changes. Please understand, we are NOT CHANGING our meeting format, but encouraging our Members to be heard and determine the direction of the Club as a whole; that is why we're
visiting College Place today! I really encourage you to complete the survey and return to President Lovelace by the close of the meeting today. Also, I have left space at the
bottom to hear your suggestions as well.
Thank you,
Fred Narcaroti
March 9 Brenda Viner
Brenda Viner, presented
a brief and very uplifting overview of the Tucson Festival of Books that took place this past weekend March 13-14. She reiterated the generosity of the business folks in Tucson could not be matched anywhere else. Authors, writers, literary groups were just a few who whole-heartily jumped at the opportunity to be part of this wonderful event.
Our own Rotary district had a booth at this event with book signings and sponsored donations of dictionaries to children in Tucson. From a quick view of the parking lots and the crowds, this festival appeared to be huge success for everyone this year!
Feb 23 Dr. Gerald Swanson
The Saguaro Rotary had a very provocative and intriguing presentation on the current status of the US economy.
How we got to this recession, and even some ideas on where our Country needs to go to correct the problem.
Social Security, Health Care Reform, were just some of the topics that Dr. Swanson touched on.
The meeting could have lasted much longer. Many Rotary members did stay after the meeting adjourned to ask more questions of our speaker.
Feb 23 Dr. Gerald Swanson
The Saguaro Rotary had a very provocative and intriguing presentation on the current status of the US economy.
How we got to this recession, and even some ideas on where our Country needs to go to correct the problem.
Social Security, Health Care Reform, were just some of the topics that Dr. Swanson touched on.
The meeting could have lasted much longer. Many Rotary members did stay after the meeting adjourned to ask more questions of our speaker.
Saguaro Tucson Rotary Poker Tournament
Poker Tournament Saturday March 27th, was a huge success.
Teresa Hill, will update us when the results are tallied. There were a total of 8 tables, and the College Place put on a great event for our Rotary Group.
We need to thank Teresa for all the time and effort she put into this annual Saguaro Rotary Event. As usual, Teresa went over and above all our expectations! Every year this
event gets better and better!
Feb. 16 Paul Guerrero
Reading this document on this web page will give you further information about Pima County's budget issues and numbers : http://www.pima.gov/Administration/Budget/pdfs/bd-budget.recommended.fiscal.year.2009.10.pdf
Feb 9 - Man of the Year
Over 30 past recipients of these awards were also in attendance. The event, in its' 58th year, was once again sponsored by Tucson Electric Power Company and BizTucson magazine.
For further information http://www.tucsonchamber.org/
How do I change my Rotary profile on line?
http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/Help/help.asp?cid=2422
Quotes
~Harold R. McAlindon (also attributed to Emerson and others)
Feb.2 Betsy Bolding from TEP
"Bright Solutions from TEP"
This presentation captivated our Rotary Group. TEP and Solar Energy - a commitment to Arizona! Betsy informed us of many of the ideas that TEP is working on to encourage home owners and businesses to incorporate Solar Energy, for both conservation and for financial benefits.
Please visit TEP's website discussing some of the programs and energy efficient ideas that TEP will incorporate in the near future. As a concerned consumer of energy, you really need to view these website links and understand how this will help both our environment and our future!
http://www.tucsonelectric.com/Green/Home/index.asp
http://www.tucsonelectric.com/Green/Business/index.asp
Jan.26 Cub Scout Bake Sale
The Cub Scout Pack #221 bake sale was a huge success! Thanks to Rotarian's contributions, $398 was raised! The money will be used to defer the costs of the annual Blue and Gold Celebration. This celebration is to acknowledge the anniversary of scouting and this year they will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Scouting. Scouts and their families gather to celebrate this joyous occasion! This year the theme is "Under the Big Top" and scouts will design table decorations and perform skits using this theme. Other entertainment will consist of having clowns for the scouts and their siblings. This event will also be used to award all scouts who have completed the required achievement to meet their rank! With your help the event is sure to be a success! Thank you again for your generous contributions!
Teresa Hill- Assistant Principal -Flowing Wells High School
Jan. 19 Rodney Glassman
Will Rodney run in the next Senate Race for Arizona...only time will tell! Visit his website; http://www.rodneyglassman.com/
2010-2011 Officers
Saguaro Rotary Club of Tucson Officers and Board of Directors for 2010-2011
President - Jim Lovelace
President-elect - Maurice Saroni
Treasurer - David Baker
Secretary - Teresa Hill
President Saguaro Rotary Foundation - Fred Narcaroti
Service - Chris Lanaman
Membership Lynn Kastella
Public Relations - Diane Ventura-Goodyear
Administration - Christine Alexander
At large - Woody Cohen
At large - Scott Forgues
Jan 12 2010 Dana Coyle of Complete Credit Services
Dec. 15th Holiday Lunch at the Manning House
The Holiday Party at the Manning House was an event to remember for the entire year. The buffet was spectacular, and the entertainment from the Flowing Wells Choir was amazing! The choir sang in the atrium, and the arrangements were extremely professional and sung from their hearts! The Saguaro Rotary wishes all Rotarians a wonderful holiday season. The next 2 Tuesdays will be dark, but be sure to have your gift ready for Jan. 5th White Elephant Exchange!
Nominating Committee Report
Report from Nominating Committee
By
Sam Behrend
The nominating committee comprised of myself, Fred
Narcaroti, Christine Alexander, Bruce Dusenberry and president Jim Lovelace presented a
recommendation for a slate of officers and directors for next club year
starting July 1, 2010. The Board unanimously approved the slate and presents it
to the membership for action at the next meeting on January 5, 2010. Additional
nominations may be made from any member at the meeting.
The Board nominates:
President - Jim Lovelace
President-elect - Maurice Saroni
Treasurer - David Baker
Secretary - Teresa Hill
President Saguaro Rotary Foundation - Fred Narcaroti
Service - Chris Lanaman
Membership Lynn Kastella
Public Relations - Diane Ventura-Goodyear
Administration - Christine Alexander
At large - Woody Cohen
At large - Scott Forgues
The Board wishes all Members and their families a
happy holiday and reminds everyone to bring a white elephant wrapped gift to
the next meeting on January 5th at Pastiche.
John Byrnes, President "Pima Library Foundation"
John Byrnes, President "Pima Library Foundation"
The
Pima Library Foundation is the fund-raising arm of the greater library
system in Tucson. John talked about the different programs available in the Libraries in Tucson today and how the foundation is providing funding for these programs. It was a excellent presentation, and the opportunities for a Rotarian to assist in the Library system are available today.
Visit the website for further details and information about how the Foundation is helping the Pima County Library Foundation and what you can do to assist their goals.
http://pimalibraryfoundation.org/
Nov. 17, 2009 READING SEED..READ TO LEARN!
presented a wonderful overview of the Reading Seed program in Tucson.
Children must be reading at grade level as early as Kindergarten through 3rd grade, when children are not, they will most certainly lag behind in their Math & Science. Currently, there are 2,000 students in 100 schools utilizing 800 reading coaches.Our Saguaro Rotary Group donates a book to the Reading Seed, each time a speaker presents at our Tuesday meetings.
The Reading Seed has a new website which was recently constructed and is well worth viewing http://www.readingseed.org
Nov. 24, Scout Bake Sale
The Thanksgiving Bake Goods Auction was a huge success and raised $390 (the largest amount ever raised at our club ) for Pack 186. All the
leaders were excited to hear the results and wanted to pass along their
thanks to the Saguaro Rotary Club.
Special Thanks to Scott Forgues for setting up and organizing this event and to Maurice Saroni for volunteering to be the Auctioneer.
Nov.03,09 - Clubrunner Overview
Grand Opening Ceremony Dec. 5th Tucson Fire Dept.
Tucson Fire Department - the Grand Opening ceremony will be December 5, 2009, at 9:00 AM at 3000 S. Fire Central Place (across the street from the TCC SW parking lot). If you have any questions, give Brittney a call and she will be able to help: phone # 520-837-7009.
Lynn Kastella
Nov. 10, - Steve Wagner JD, CPA
Oct.27 - David W Fitzsimmons Cartoonist
Visit DW Fitzsimmons website http://www.cagle.com/politic alcartoons/pccartoons/fitzsimmons.asp or email him at tooner@azstarnet.com
Oct. 19 Debbie Kornmiller
Debbie stated that even though this is the only paper in Tucson today, they are trying their best to meet and exceed the standards that their readers expect. It was pretty clear that Debbie loves Tucson and her readers, and that she is dedicated to her job.
If you missed this meeting, we hope you will catch Debbie's comments in the future issues of the azstarnet daily newspaper!
Prospective New Member - Liz R. Miller
District 5500 Governor Steve Dimuzio
Governor Steve Dimuzion visited Saguaro Rotary and shared his vision for Rotary, the district and our club. Prior to the meeting he met with Board members to discuss his year as DG and to lay out in more detail his ideas for District events. These include the upcoming D5500 Conference October 23 - October 25, 2009 at the Francisco Grange in Casa Grande. This will be a very different kind of District Conference: the first day will consist of service projects followed by a BBQ. The second day will be the meeting part of the Conference. And Sunday will be a golf tournament. A reminder that the district has paid the registration for all members who wish to attend with meals and special events extra. All the information is at: http://www.rotaryd5500.org/news09.htm#Conference. In addition there will be Leadership training sessions throughout the year. The Club presented DG Steve with a check for $100 for Polio Plus.
Barry Guimont Oct 6, 2009
"Will compete in the U.S. Transplant Olympics 2010 . You could say that my life has taken many turns and has been quite an adventure so far to say the least.
Looking at me today, you would never guess that I have had kidney disease, undergone kidney dialysis, a kidney transplant, a near fatal post transplant infection, hepatitis, 2 separate episodes of DVT's which ended up as serious pulmonary embolisms in my lungs, a near fatal Sepsis infection, seizures and finally brain cancer."
What an amazing presentation! Barry has persevered and succeeded even when it seemed hopeless! Uplifting, spiritual life experiences, reinforcing our knowledge of how precious life really is and how much we must pursue our dreams!
September 1, 2009 1st Club Assembly of the Year Big Success!
Diane Ventura-Goodyear AKA The Computer Nanny
Aug 25, 2009 Dave Silver U of A Sports
Dave Silver has always been very committed to Tucson and to the U of A and to all "school" sports in particular. It was a very uplifting presentation for all of us....Go Team Go!!
for further information here is a link to KGUN 9 sports
http://www.kgun9.com/Global/category.asp?C=129845
Aug 11 - Bruce Dusenberry Africian Safari
Lions and Tigers and Jaguars ..oh my.
Bruce Dusenberry presented his African Trip to our Saguaro Group and it was truly spectacular! We were able to see in great detail the wild life that he spotted in his African safari trip. This presentation was authored, tastefully edited and shown by Bruce in addition.This DVD, which included both audio and visual, captivated our Rotary Group for over 20 minutes. I am sure if you were unable to attend this meeting, that Bruce would share a copy of his DVD for your viewing at a later time.August 4, 2009 Joseph"Jay" Johnston
At this Tuesday's meeting we listened to a presentation from Joseph "Jay" Johnston the COO from TUSD (Tucson Unified School District). Jay's discussion focused around the reorganization of TUSD's Operations basically made to reduce the budget and maintain a leaner, more centralized operations' staff.
Because many of the Rotary attendees had very pertinent questions and suggestions about the budget and the future direction of TUSD Schools, our meeting extended past the usual hour. Most members found this to be a very informative and timely discussion.
Further information can be found on their website http://www.tusd.k12.az.us/index.htm
Tucson Unified School District | 1010 E. Tenth St. | Tucson,
AZ 85719 | (520) 225-6000
David Cohen, CPA
The TSA is hopeful that if the minimum sales tax increase they are proposing in Tucson gets approved, it will raise enough funds to repair our fields and entice others to "play" ball in Tucson. If the funding is a go, but Tucson is unable to find major league teams to sign up, money will be spent to build more soccer, lacrosse and other fields for the Tucson youth sports teams and events. (example Tucson Soccer Shootout)
As David strongly pointed out, Spring Training brings in much needed revenue to the Tucson economy---without these dollars, Tucson and Tucson small businesses will be the losers in the long run.
July 21, 2009 FWSD National Skit
Beacon Group - off-site meeting
The Beacon Group works to Empower people with disabilities by providing supervised training & activities for adults with developmental disabilities, by providing real-world work experiences
The Beacon Group provides sub-contracting for  companies such as Alcoa, Raytheon Missile Systems, Ventana Medical Systems as well as providing training for  their "clients" for Eegees, Jim Click Automotive and Safeway, to mention a few.
May 19 2009 - Marion Hook
Marion Hook of the Adobe Rose Bed and Breakfast (http://www.aroseinn.com) presented a very interesting speech on crossing cultural boundaries. Marion has lived in many exotic places such as Indonesia and Pittsburgh where she apparently is a keen observer of culture. She gave a brief description of the many elements of culture including spoken language, body language, gender, food, etc.
Our own Doug Raines will be part of a program called Tucson Remembers - The Korean War which airs on Thursday May 28 at 8:00pm on KUAT channel 6. Please be sure to watch it.
The club also learned that our member Pat Wright passed away on April 14th, 2009. Pat will be missed as an active member of the club.
May 12 2009 - Youth On Thier Own
Apr 21 2009 - Chris Lanaman
Chris Lanaman, one of our newest members, was our speaker last week. He had a nice PowerPoint presentation on the most important things in his life...mainly his family. His wife Michelle was also in attendance and he told us about her and his kids, Justin, age 15, Lindsey, age 10, and Sarah, age 7. He also told the story of how he landed in Tucson working for Carondelet as an IT manager and the near death experience that changed his life.
Our speaker for April 28 will be Gary Whiting, the Centennial PDG and GOL-AZ Board Vice President.
Apr 14 2009 - YMCA of So. Arizona
Mar 24 2009 - Big Brothers / Big Sisters of Tucson
Coco from the Big Brothers / Big Sisters of Tucson presented to our club this past Tuesday. She described the program that matches interested adult mentors with youth who are typically at risk. "Bigs" commit to meet with their "Littles" at least 2 times per month for one year. BB/BS sponsors events at least twice a month to facilitate meetings, although they are optional. There is also an on-site after school program that doesn't require transporting the kids to events. Other opportunities to help are to hold a clothes drive where by we would collect used clothing and they sell to Savers to benefit BB/BS of Tucson. Go to http://www.tucsonbigs.org/ for more information.
We also heard from Lynn Kastella who is raising funds for the Susan G Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer. You can donate at http://www.komensaz.org/ Select Donate to a Participant and enter Lynn's name so she can get credit for your donation.
Also, there is a Board Meeting this Friday March 27 at 7:00am at Mimi's near the Tucson Mall.
Mar 3 2009: Julia Sanden from Sweden
This past week our speaker was Julia Sanden who is a visiting student from Sweden and the guests of Pat and Julie Connors, the owners of our host restaurant, Pastiche. Julia gave a very interesting presentation about how her high school project in Sweden involved a trip to Africa to document and create an exhibit about the AIDs epedemic in Africa. Her trip was sponsored by the Rotary club in her hometown.
Officer and Board Nominees 2009-2010
The following are the 2009-2010 Nominees for Saguaro Rotary Officers and Board Members:
President-Jessei MacIntire
President Elect-Jim
Lovelace
Secretary-Maurice
Saroni
Treasurer-David
Baker
Foundation
President-John MacIntire
Board of
Directors:
Fred
Narcaroti-Service
Scott
Forgues-Membership
Christine Alexander-Club
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Feb 24 2009: Col Vince Saroni
Next week our speaker is Julia Sanden of the Rotary AIDs project in Africa
Feb 10 2009: Meridith Hayes
The Meeting for February 17th will be a Club Assembly meeting.
Theme 09-10: The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands
RI President-elect John Kenny unveiled the theme, The Future of Rotary
Is in Your Hands, on Monday during the opening plenary session of the International
Assembly , an annual training event in San Diego, California, USA, for incoming
district governors.
"The future of Rotary will not be shaped at RI headquarters -- it will
be shaped in each and every Rotary club," Kenny said, "because it is
for each of us -- as Rotarians -- to do what is necessary to keep Rotary
strong."
Feb 3 09: Katie Mills-Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar
NEXT MEETING: Jan 13 2008
Jay McCall will be our speaker on the New Face of Rotary.
UPCOMING EVENT! Saguaro Rotary Poker Tournament
Click on the link under Downloads on the right that says 2009 Rotary Poker and Sponsorship Entry Forms
Friends and members: Please sign up to play, sponsor, and/or attend! We also need helpers for the event...call Teresa Hill to find out how you can help!
***Sponsored by Beach, Fleischman***
NEXT MEETING: Jan 6 2009 - White Elephant!
REMINDER: Members please promote players, donations, and sponsorships for the Saguaro Rotary Poker Tournament to be held Saturday January 17, 2009. See Teresa Hill for more details or call her at 591-0972.
ALSO: Don't forget, your donations to the Saguaro Rotary Foundation is eligible for the Arizona Working Poor Tax Credit of up to $200 for single filers and $400 for married filers. Keep in mind you can donate less than the limit to the Saguaro Rotary Foundation and still claim that donation for the credit. Mix and match! Follow this link for more info from the AZ Dept of Revenue.
Thanks to all who attended the annual Holiday Party. It was a wonderful event for all and especially enjoyable with the singing of the Choralaires from Flowing Wells High School.
There are a few more people who signed up for the Gaslight Theater who have not yet received their tickets. Please see Scott Forgues at the next meeting to get your tickets for $20 each. Additional tickets are also available if you haven't signed up yet.
Dec 9 2008 Fix The Hurt
Mr. King and his wife Linda founded Fix The Hurt to help victims of domestic violence. His family's story itself was a powerful presentation, while Mr. Marsters presented a synopsis complete with some singing to describe the play "Domestic Violence, The Musical" They have presented this program to numerous groups in several states and is contimuing to offer it to non-profits and governmental groups to bring the message of how one can deal with domestic violence as it applies to themselves or their friends. More information is available at www.fixthehurtpag.org.
ATTENTION: The Saguaro Rotary Club's annual Holiday Luncheon will be on December 16 and feature the Choralaires of Flowing Wells High School. The choir consists of 17 students and is led by Jordan Saul, director. We will be inducting Diane Goodyear as a new member. Be sure to bring your Angel Tree gifts also as they are now due. Scott Forgues will also have the tickets for the Gaslight Theater available for $20 each if you have signed up. We will be meeting in the main restaurant at Pastiche.
Dec 2 2008 Hugh Grinnell
This Tuesday's meeting on 12/9 will feature John King and Loren Marsters to speak about Fix The Hurt, a non profit corporation dedicated to preventing domestic violence. Mr. Marsters is the writer / director of "Domestic Violence The Musical".
Also, on Tuesday 12/2 the board approved the membership application of Diane Goodyear and per our by laws, her information is to be published for two weeks for membership approval. Diane is in the classification of Computer Technology and is the owner of The Computer Nanny. Diane also has two teenagers that are interested in Rotary and has earned her MBA with specialties in sales and marketing.
Nov 18 208 - Jan Hutchinson - Gabriel's Angels
Cub Scout Baked Goods Auction: Our NEXT meeting on Tuesday November 25 will feature the annual Thanksgiving Cub Scout Baked Goods Auction. This year's auction will benefit Pack 186 from the Tanque Verde Elementary School. Bring your appetite and wallet to get your baked goodies for Thanksgiving!
Gaslight Theater Tickets: Scott Forgues will also have tickets available for the Gaslight Theater outing for Sunday January 18, 2009. The cost is $20 per ticket also to benefit Pack 186.
Nov 18 208 - Jan Hutchinson - Gabriel's Angels
Our next meeting on Tuesday November 25 will feature the Cub Scout Baked Goods Auction to benefit Cub Scout Pack 186. Please be prepared to bring your appetite and money to get your desserts for Thanksgiving and benefit our community.
Also, be prepared to purchase your tickets for the Gaslight Theater outing on Sunday January 18, 2009. They are $20 per ticket.
Nov 11 2008 - David Flieger - Rubaga Friends
As a reminder...we will be holding our Holiday Luncheon on December 16 and the committee is working on the planning for that.
We also are putting together a night out at the Gaslight Theater for January 18, 2009. This will be a joint outing with the Rincon Rotary club and will benefit Cub Scout Pack 186. Tickets are $20 each...please see Scott Forgues for tickets.
Also, November is Rotary Foundation month and the club will match the first $50 of your contribution to a Paul Harris.
Nov 4 2008 - Club Assembly
Sept 30 2008 - Club Assembly
Next week our speaker is Deborah Brookshire the VAVS Program Manager for the Southern AZ VA Health Care System.
The board is also received a membership application from Christopher Lanamin for active membership in the classification of Health Solutions. He is transferring from the Smithville Rotary Club.
Sept 23 2008 - Interfaith Community Services
ICS helps people in immediate need through a food bank, emergency financial assistance, and other services. They typically get 40-60 calls in the first hour on a typical day and the need is growing. They rely on fundraising including a golf tournament and upcoming concert. More information can be found at www.icstucson.org.
Our September 30 is devoted to a club assembly.
Sept 16 2008 - Barbara LaWall Pima Cty Attorney
The speaker for Sept 23 is Monnie Applegate of Interfaith Community Services. Founded in 1985, the mission of Interfaith Community Services (formerly Northwest Interfaith Center) is to live our diverse faiths by helping seniors, disabled individuals and people in financial crisis in Pima County achieve stable and independent lives through support from volunteers, faith communities and the community at large.
Sept 9 2008 - Literacy Volunteers of Tucson
Our guest speaker for Tuesday September 16 will be Barbara LaWall , Pima County Attorney. Barbara was the first woman to be elected to Pima County Attorney in 1996 and is currently serving her third term. Her top priorities are being touch on prosecution, holding criminals accountable, crime prevention, providing quality victim services,and running a cost effective office.
Sept 2 2008 - Bruce Metzger - Healthcare Odyssey
Our guest speaker for Tuesday September 9 will be Betty Stauffer of Literacy Volunteers of Tucson. More information can be found at www.lovetoread.org.
Aug 26 2008 - RI Convention with The MacIntires
SEP 2 2008 Meeting:
Bruce E. Metzger, Manager of Volunteer Services, Odyssey HealthCare of Tucson
Aug 19 2008 - Shyann Kindness Project
NEXT WEEK: Our own John & Jessei MacIntire will speak about their experiences at the RI Los Angeles Convention together with a general Club Assembly.
Aug 12 2008 - Governor Tom Tilton and Anti-Meth
Governor Tilton delivered a brief message and will be back to our meeting for a return engagement. Governor Tilton was also surprised by a visit from the Southern Arizona Assistant to Governor Janet Napolitano who presented Tom with an autographed poster from Arizona's Governor
There were many guests this week, including Rotary International Director, Phil Silvers and Mary Pat Sullivan, Assistant Governor of District 5500. Paul McQueary, from one of the Farmington, NM Rotary clubs, presented a message of the impact of Methamphetamine, it's impact on their community, and what they are doing about it.
NEXT WEEK: We meet at Pastiche, 3025 N Campbell #121...our speaker will be Jeff Mendelsohn from the Shyann Kindness Project... The Shyann Kindness Project is dedicated to passing on kindness, one act at a time. The all-volunteer non-profit was founded in 2006 by Sandy and Glenn Rosati in memory of their daughter, Shyann, to serve children and caregivers in stressful situations due to illness or other traumatic events. Shyann, who was born with multiple birth defects, died in 2005 at age 7.
Aug 5 2008 - Child & Family Resources
Coleen explained the many programs and resources that Child and Family Resources has for several communities in Arizona. She also highlighted the Lobster Landing Fundraiser that is occuring November 8th. More information on Child and Family Resources can be found at www.childfamilyresources.org.
REMINDER: Saguaro Rotary Board meets at Mimi's near the Tucson Mall at 7:00AM on Friday, August 15.
NEXT WEEK: Saguaro Rotary meets for the LAST TIME at the Manning House - - - Speakers will be Tom Tilton, District 5500 Governor and Paul McQueary of the Anti-Meth Program
GSE Team
Jul 29 2008 - Tucson Police Foundation
NEXT WEEK: Our speaker is Colleen Bagnall from Child & Family Resources. Child & Family Resources, Inc. was founded in 1970 to help parents find accessible, affordable and high-quality child care.
2009 Budget Adopted
The Board passed the 2008-2009 club budget. Please note that there is no increase in dues for this Rotary year. In addition member, guest and family meal charges will remain the same as will make-up credits if you make up at another regular club meeting and pay for a meal.
It is great in these times not to be increasing dues or fees.
You can download th budget at any time in PDF format by logging into the website as a member and clicking on the link near the right bottom corner of the page.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Sam Behrend
Treasurer
Jul 8 2008 - Heather Tick, MD
President John MacIntire announced that we are looking for partcipants in a Group Study Exchange (GSE) to South Africa. For more info, contact John.
We also welcomed back our guest Chris Mooney from the Tucson club and also Sam's daughter Georgia Behrend.
Jul 22 2008 - Laura Cech of ALS Assoc AZ Chapter
There was also discussion regarding the Board's decision to change locations to Pastiche. John MacIntire announced the decision to be effective for the August 19th meeting. See the news story for the address.
Jun 25 2008 - Junior Achievement
Jun 21 2008 - Installation Dinner
The Saguaro Rotary Club met at Anthony's in the Catalina's for our annual Installation Dinner. It was a wonderful event hosted by Maurice Saroni and featuring presentations and speeches by Tom Tilton, Governor-elect of District 5500, our outgoing president Fred Narcaroti, and the installation of our incoming President John MacIntire together with his new officers and board for the 2008-2009 club year. Entertainment was by the guitar duo Reno Del Mar. Numerous perfect attendance awards were given in addition to a number of Paul Harris Fellow awards. Congratulations to John and the new officers and board!
Jun 3rd 2008 - Karen Francis-Begay
We were also joined by guests Chris Fortier of Alliance Legal Services, LLC and Chris Lanaman, a visiting Rotarian from Kansas City, who has recently moved to Tucson for a position as a Healthcare IT Manager. Both guests expressed interest as potential members of Saguaro Rotary.
Woody and Christine gave us more details about the installation on the 21st. We will be having a choice of Prime Rib, Salmon, or Chicken Florentine at Anthony's in the Catalinas. The entertainment will be by the acclaimed guitar duo, Reno del Mar.
Jun 10 2008 - 88-CRIME
We were joined once again by our guests, Chris Lanaman and Chris Fortier. In addition we were joined by former member and past president Dave Becker. Best of all, Lynn Kastella was back from her medical leave and she was accompanied by Cassandra Eastham. Welcome to all of our guests and welcome back, Lynn!!!
REMINDER: No meeting on Tuesday June 17th as the installation is on Saturday June 21. Call Woody if you haven't RSVPed.
Rotary Logo Shirts
May 27 2008 - John Hoime - Imagine Wellness
The club also welcomed back Nick Genematas after an extended absence due to an auto accident. It was good to see Nick back as our singing was substantially improved with his presence!
We also welcomed Chris Mooney from the Tucson club. Chris is a professional photographer.
2008-2009 Officers and Board of Directors
President: John MacIntire
President-elect: Jessei MacIntire
Secretary: Maurice Saroni
Treasurer: Sam Behrend
Foundation President: Fred Narcaroti
Foundation Treasurer: Scott Polston
Directors: Jim Lovelace, Teresa Hill, Scott Polston, Henry Raszkowski, Scott Forgues, Woody Cohen
May 20, 2008 - Dave Meko - U of A Tree Ring Lab
2008-2009 Officer and Board Nominees
President-elect: Jessei MacIntire
Secretary: Maurice Saroni
Treasurer: Sam Behrend
Foundation President: Fred Narcaroti Directors: Kristy Kelley, Teresa Hill, Scott Polston, Henry Raszkowski, Scott Forgues, Jim Brunenkant
Rotary Poker Challenge Fundraiser Most Successful
Casa Blanca Plaza, Food Sponsor
Amado & Associates, Trophy Sponsor
Henry Raszkowski, Long Realty, Beverage Sponsor
88 Crime, Hand Rank Card Sponsor
Jeff McCord, Printing Sponsor Thanks also to our Table Sponsors: The Legend Group, Horizon Moving, Long Realty, Garment Graphics, Arizona Electrical Apparatus, Christine Alexander American Family Insurance, A Handyman's Haven, Simpleview, Bank of Tucson, Tucson Shopper.
2008 Budget Approved
Huge Update on Justin Bergfield - Rotary Exchange Scholar at Oxford!
July 17 - District Governor's Visit
June 23rd - Installation Banquet Enjoyed by All!
June 5th - Market Report
May 22 - Enjoy Our Parks!
May 15 - Blessings and Citations
May 8th - Beautful Meeting with Ugly Betty
$480 for Flowing Wells High School Summer School scholarships. This will allow six students to attend who could not otherwise afford it.
$350 for the Arizona Daily Star "Send a Kid to Camp" program. This will send one child to camp on Mt. Lemmon for a week.
$250 to the YMCA "Changing Lives" campaign. This subsidizes fees to the YMCA summer programs for deserving kids. The total amount awarded by the Foundation this year, including these three awards and donations to the RI Paul Harris fund, is $10,843. Major fundraisers this year included Entertainment Books, yielding $1,174, and the Poker tournament last October, which generated $3,450. With other direct donations to the Foundation and support from the district and RI, we will carry forward a reserve of about $4,000 into the next Rotary year. See the complete list of Foundation awards on the Foundation page of the Saguaro Rotary web site.
April 24 - Membership Grows, Club Is Organized!
April 17 - TROT to the finish line...
March 27 - Saguaro's Global Reach!
Member Nick Genematas reported on his most recent visit to the Casas Pepito Orphanage in Agua Prieta, Mexico. Nick has made a number of these trips, delivering supplies, clothing, toys, and working on rebuilding and repairing the facility. Thanks, Nick, for all you do!
Foundation Treasurer Scott Polston reports that our club Foundation has made a $750 donation in support of a grant to improve conditions at the Dom Dziecka Orphanage in Morag, Poland. With the support of other clubs and districts, and the matching grant funds from Rotary International, a total of about $25,000 was made available for this project.
Finally, we recently received a fascinating report from Justin Bergfield, our Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar in Oxford, England. Justin is a graduate student in Physics at the University of Arizona, currently studying (and teaching!) at Oxford University on a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship. Saguaro Rotary selected Justin and sponsored him for this scholarship. Click here to read Justin's report on his experiences.
Don't underestimate the influence of your Rotary club around the world!!
March 20 - Saguaro Takes Off!
Maurice was also recognized for his second trip to Agua Prieta with the Agua Prieta Family Shelters project. These work trips involve the 3 hour drive to Douglas for an 8 AM start time, followed by two days of hard work building a shelter under difficult conditions. He reported that a family was able to move from a lean-to that they shared with others into this new insulated, brick building. Maurice truly exemplified Rotary ideals in this project! The Saguaro Rotary Club Foundation supported the project with a $3,500 donation - covering the materials to build one shelter.
Foundation President Dave Becker reported that the club has exceeded its goal for giving to the Rotary International Foundation this Rotary Year. We have contributed 107% of our goal of $100 per member, and the Rotary Year doesn't end until June 30. We are ranked #9 in per capita giving among the 54 clubs in the district.
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Mar 6 - Pima CC Offers Opportunities
Feb 27 - Agua Prieta Shelters, Club Assembly
Feb 20 - Komen Races for the Cure
Feb 13 - Friends meet Amigos
Feb 6 - Activity Equals Fun Equals Growth
The Feb 6th meeting was a great example. We welcomed visitors from the frozen North - PDG Bob Peterson and his wife Bev Peterson from Bismark, North Dakota. No weather jokes necessary... We also honored a visitor from across town, incoming ADG Liz Cohn of Sunrise Rotary.
The honors continued when we presented our Student of the Month award to Flowing Wells HS student Katie Jones. Katie will be studying ceramic arts at Pima Community College next fall.
The club continued a strong growth trend as we inducted our newest member, Kristy Kelley of Long Commercial Realty. Kristy is an active community leader and a great addition to the club! Be sure to meet her soon!
Jessei MacIntire had her ticket pulled in the raffle and won $5. It cost her $10 in tickets to win the $5, so "won" is perhaps not completely accurate. What is accurate is that she's supporting the Saguaro Rotary Foundation with her purchase!
Our "SuperBowl Squares" Foundation fundraiser concluded with the drawing of the numbers. Nick Genematas hit both the first quarter and halftime scores and Sam Behrend won the Final score grand prize. That's $200 each donated to their Paul Harris accounts. The third quarter was won by non-Rotarian John Hall, a long-time friend of several Saguaro members. Thanks for supporting Rotary, John! All the winners received SuperBowl T-shirts, donated by Woody Cohen
Finally, we enjoyed an informative presentation about the Tucson Museum of Art from their Membership Director Katherine Wesalowski. A lot of great exhibits and activities are available to Tucsonans at the Museum.
Jan 30 - Amazing Artworks Inspire!
The final highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the annual Fran Coffey scholarship from Saguaro Rotary to deserving U of A student Heidi Stoeckman. Heidi graduated Flowing Wells High with a 4.0 plus grade average and now studies engineering plus pre-med science courses at the U of A. She hopes to attend graduate school in bio-engineering. An outstanding choice from the pool of well qualified applicants. Thanks to Saguaro Rotary's own David Baker for leading the scholarship selection process at Flowing Wells.
Jan 23 - Raffle Defies Odds!
Thanks to Woody Cohen for his always excellent leadership in the Entertainment Book fundraiser. Sales are concluded and every book was sold! Thanks to everyone for supporting this key Foundation fundraiser.
Apparently some bizarre "lucky" virus is spreading through the club. Two weeks ago our regular visiting Rotarian from Ontario, Hank Parks, drew the winning card and won the raffle and last week Hank recognized his good fortune with a generous donation to the RI Foundation. It was pretty early in the life of the raffle, with a lot of cards left. Then last weekend, in Las Vegas, member Sam Behrend beat the house with a big win. Sam donated to his daughter Georgia's Paul Harris, the fourth in the Behrend family. And then, to top it off, Jim Brunenkant pulled the winning card in this week's raffle - with 50 cards still in the deck! We can only hope that all our members have such good luck - and continue to support the Foundation!
We heard an excellent presentation from Mary Gruensfelder-Cox, executive director of Youth on Their Own. Mary described the work of this fine organization, which supports homeless high school students and puts them on a path to success, and related some touching stories of these young people.
Don't forget - our next meeting, January 30th, is an off-site vocational visit to the Arts Partnership Gallery, at 125 S. Arizona Ave., downtown. If you have not already signed up to attend, contact Maurice Saroni - or you won't have a lunch! This should be an interesting event featuring the art of Ilene Meyer, an internationally renowned surrealist.
Jan 16 - Cash on the Line: Scout Sweets, Super Bowl, Make a Wish
Our best wishes and loving support go to Jeretta and Walter Douglas as Walter deals with health issues. Please keep them in your thoughts.
We were pleased to hear from Bruce Dusenberry that his mom, Katie Dusenberry is doing well and is returning home from the hospital.
Jan 9 - We're Back and It's Good Times...
Multiple birthdays, announcements, and happy bucks kept Sgt. at Arms John MacIntire busy. Foundation Treasurer Scott Polston reported great success with our Foundation month points match, raising over $1,100 in donations to the RI Foundation. Then Sam Behrend revealed the next Foundation fundraiser, the Saguaro Superbowl Squares. About 25 of the 100 available squares were sold on the spot. At $5 per square, you'll have 4 chances to win a donation to your Paul Harris Fellowship if your magic numbers match the score at the end of a quarter or the end of the game. Don't miss out!
Finally, our annual White Elephant Gift Exchange was most efficiently and enjoyably conducted by Scott Polston. (What ever happened to that nice young lady that used to do the White Elephant event every year?) Anyway, where else could you get a mirror framed in sequins and trimmed with white fur? Visit Glen Gunsolley at work to see it in a place of honor on his desk. (I'm sure that's where it will be!)
Check the Speakers list for upcoming programs and be sure to note our off-site meeting January 30th at the Arts Partnership Gallery.
Dec 19 - Holiday Fest!
Dec 12 - Sid Taren Sails Through His 90th Birthday!
Dec 5 - Are You Covered?
Nov 28 - Elections, Chairs Report
Nov 21 - Climb Every Mountain!
2007-2008 Officers and Board Elected!
Directors - Teresa Hill, Jim Lovelace, John MacIntire, Woody Cohen, Scott Polston, Doug Raine
Foundation President - Rene' Ground
Your Foundation Reports...
November is Foundation month. From now through the end of the year, member donations up to $100 (total for the year) will be matched with points awarded by RI, doubling their PHF credit. This includes the standing practice of the club matching the first $50 donated by each member in each Rotary year. Super Bowl and NCAA March Madness fundraiser pools will be held in December and March at club meetings. Super Bowl fundraiser will be a 100 square score matching pool, run by Sam Behrend. March Madness will be an elimination pool operated by Fred Narcaroti. Funds raised by these events will be used to make a PHF donation in the names of the winners. Specific details will be announced. Thanks for supporting your club's Foundation!
Nov 7 - Holiday Sweets Available Six Weeks Early!
Nov 14th - Hot, Loud, and Artistic...
Oct 31 - Nothing too scary...
Nominating Committee Formed
Oct 17 - Uruguay GSE Team Educates and Impresses
Another excellent meeting, featuring a presentation by the Group Study Exchange team from Uruguay. Who knew that this small (11 million population) South American country had such an impressive culture and booming economy? The great port city of Montevideo looks like a terrific reason to make Uruguay a vacation destination. The team gave an outstanding presentation on their vocations, centered around the highly developed agribusiness of their beautiful country, and their culture, derived from the different European countries that provided the original immigrant population in the 1800's. We're so glad they had time to make Saguaro Rotary a stop on their tour of Arizona.
Our newest member, Glenn Gunsolley, was inducted. Welcome, Glenn! Saguaro Rotary continues to grow stronger with the addition of members like Glenn, Teresa Hill, and Kate Knochel.
Sam "Call Me Lucky" Behrend won the 50/50 drawing by pulling out the elusive Queen of Diamonds. Kharma rewarded him for being a good person! Also, he buys a LOT of tickets.
Don't forget - there is no meeting next Tuesday! Attend the District Conference Friday 10/20 through Sunday 10/22.Â
Oct 10 - Back from Brazil, Lauro Rios' Presents
The Poker Fundraiser on Oct 8th was a success. A lot of folks had a great time, many people learned something about Rotary, and a lot of prizes and trophies were distributed. The event raised about $3,600 for the Saguaro Rotary Foundation, the most so far in our series of poker events.
GSE Team Member Laura Rios, who was sponsored by Saguaro Rotary, has returned from the GSE trip to Brazil and gave a wonderful presentation. She shared great stories, great pictures, and we got a real education about the amazing country of Brazil.
Oct 3rd - Bird Flu and Enchiladas
Sept 26 - It's All Good Fun!
On Tuesday, October 3rd, Rotaract is having a percentage night at La Salsa Mexican Grill and Penguin's Ice Cream on University Boulevard. Stop at either or both for some good eats and tell them (before they ring you up!) that you are there for Rotaract. Rotaract will receive 15% of the proceeds!
The second event is a Yard Sale on November 11 and 12. If you have any items to sell, contact Devon (928-301-0435).
Click to check the Rotaract website for other information about their club and events. One more week left to make our Poker fundraiser a success! We need more players - ask everyone you know! Check out the web site Member Directory with photos! Log in and click the link on the left of the home page. Need help? Contact webmaster Dave Becker at 991-0909.
Sept. 19 - Saguaro Rotary's on a Growth Spurt!
Membership Grows on Sept 12th!
Debbie Kornmiller, Reader Advocate for the Arizona Daily Star, gave an interesting presentation on what is changing at the Star. The Star is now under new ownership and Debbie told us that the main change they have seen is that the new owners want the paper to have even more direct involvement in supporting the community - sounds like a good thing!
Progress is being made on the Poker Tournament fundraiser, but we are a long way from our goals. PLEASE make an effort to find individual players, teams of players, and PRIZES!! The event can't succeed without the efforts of EVERY club member.
Lightning Strikes at Sept 6th Meeting
We met the Flowing Wells student of the month, entertained visitors from the U of A Rotaract club, and welcomed several guests of the club.
With four weeks left before our Poker Tournament fundraiser, there is a LOT of work left to be done. PLEASE review your assignment and meet your commitment!
Aug 29th - Agua Prieta Orphanage
A list of needed items and materials can be seen here. If you can provide any of these items, please bring them to a meeting or contact Nick Genematas or David Baker.
We also heard from members of the Flowing Wells High School Interact club about their plans for this school year.
Our guests were Rotarian's Asa Bushnell and Sherri Cross and our sorely missed ex-member Holly Polston!
Welcome Proposed New Members!
Please be sure to meet Kate and Teresa and welcome them to Rotary and to the Saguaro Club!!
Web Site Demo at Aug 22 Meeting
Prospective members Kate Knochel and Teresa Hill were warmly greeted by all. There will be new member inductions in the near future!
President Rene' Ground reminded us of the District 5500 conference on October 20-22. Click here for details.
Lynn Kastella was the acting Sergeant at Arms and appropriately punished all within her reach! Last week's raffle winner Richard Mullen added generously to his Paul Harris fellowship in acknowledgement of his good luck.
Oh, and by the way, have you worked on the Poker Tournament Fundraiser today? Don't let the club down!
Game is On at Aug 15 Meeting!
Primavera Foundation Presents at Aug 8 Meeting
Phil Willis-Conger and Troy Morgan of the Primavera Foundation gave an inspiring presentation that illuminated the problems of the homeless and some possible solutions.
Next week's program will be devoted to meetings of the Poker Fundraiser committees.  Make some plans, take some action, and be ready to report your progress and move forward with your committee!! See you there!
DG Aslin Visits
District 5500's new Governor, Jim Aslin, made Saguaro Rotary one of his very first stops in the new year. With ADG Mark Cowley, Governor Aslin met with the Saguaro Board and then made a presentation to the nearly 30 in attendance at the club meeting. Governor Jim reviewed district goals for this year and reminded us of the fall District Conference being held in Tucson on October 20-22nd.
The room was full with 30+ members and guests, including Glenn Garrett, Jill Becker, and prospective member Kate Knochel. The meeting was packed with action! In addition to the DG's presentation, we had a raffle winner when Richard Mullen pulled the 10 of Clubs from the dozen remaining cards and took down a prize pool of nearly $750!!
Sam Behrend made a generous donation when the club recognized his having received a national award for his years of leadership in the area of public access media. Click here to read the Tucson Citizen story on this prestigious award. DG Aslin further multi-tasked his visit by presenting Foundation President Dave Becker with his Paul Harris Fellowship. Click here to see pictures of this exciting meeting!
Team Poker Challenge
October 8th
Saguaro Rotary will present the "Team Poker Challenge" poker tournament fundraiser on Sunday, October 8th, at the Sabbar Shrine Temple (450 S. Tucson Blvd.)
Click HEREfor more information...
This fundraiser event is a No Limit Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament featuring Team competition.  This is a great "team spirit" event for businesses and organizations and a great way to enjoy your self while supporting good causes!
Fellowship and Poker the Focus
The Poker fundraiser was discussed and committees were reminded of their goals. See the new page on the club web site with all the details about the event, including the Poker Entry form, Sponsorship form, and Event Information sheet.
President Rene' Reports on RI Convention
With raging temperatures and vacations in full swing, turnout was light at 16 members. John Beatty of the Sunset club was a visiting Rotarian.Â
First 2006-2007 Meeting Features Memories of Fran
Nineteen members attended along with special guests Tom Tilton and Tyler Kelly. Long time member George Genematas joined us as well. More plans for our October 8th Poker fundraiser were announced by event chairs Fred Narcaroti and Jeretta Douglas. The location for the event will be the Sabbar Shrine Temple, located on Tucson Blvd., just South of Broadway. Bill DeStefano, a past member of the club (inducted in 1974!) was our speaker. Bill presented memories of Fran Coffey, a great Rotarian leader from the Saguaro club. Saguaro has instituted a scholarship in memory of Fran and Bill helped our newer members understand how important Fran was to the club and to Rotary. Fran was a member of Saguaro for many years and the first Governor of our then newly formed District. The picture accompanying this article shows Fran and his loving wife Bess.
Next week, July 17th, Rene' and Wes Ground will tell us all about their trip to Copenhagen and the RI Convention.
June 27th Meeting Wraps Up the Year!
Incoming Membership Director, Chris Alexander, gave a great presentation on her plans for membership recruitment.
There is NO MEETING next Tuesday, July 4th. On July 11th, the new Rotary year begins under the leadership of President Rene' Ground. Thanks to everyone for your support in the past year. Let's hit the ground running with our new Leadership Team and make 2006-2007 a great year for Saguaro Rotary!
Foundation Wraps Up 2005-2006 Year
Building the Future CE Rose -Â $910
AZ Daily Star Sportsman Fund - $335
Blessings of the Heart - $300
Flowing Wells Life Skills - $100
Flowing Wells Scholarship - $300
Katrina Relief Donations - $200
New Beginnings For Women and Children - $1,250
Ronald McDonald House - $194
RYLA Scholarship - $500
Tucson Literacy Center - $140
YMCA of Metropolitan Tucson - $2,060
Agua Prieta Housing Project - $3,500
Simplified Grant Project - $2,000
Paul Harris Annual Fund - $2,225
Rotary Foundation Donations - $525
Student of the Month - $175
The first meeting of the Foundation for 2006-2007 with new Foundation President Dave Becker will take place August 11th. Any Saguaro member can suggest a project or charitable organization for support - it's your Foundation!
An Extra Hot Meeting on June 20th...
We all missed incoming President Rene Ground - still touring Europe after the RI convention - and Secretary Maurice Saroni - stuck at work while his son Vionni also visits overseas, following the World Cup. Let's all wrap up our summer vacations and get back to the work of Rotary!
An important reminder - THERE IS NO MEETING TUESDAY JULY 4th! We are dark that week. See you next Tuesday, June 27th, for the last meeting of the Rotary Year featuring Membership Chair Christine Alexander.
June 13th Meeting Still Lucky!
Sam Behrend filled in as Song Leader for the late arriving Chris Alexander and led us in a rousing and speedy version of America the Beautiful!
After a hearty lunch (Cheescake! Yum!), incoming Service Director David Baker shared his plans for the coming year and a number of suggested projects were discussed.
Next week Public Relations Director Fred Narcaroti will tell us his plans for making Saguaro Rotary the most famous Rotary club on the planet!
Have a great Rotary week!
All Survive 6/6/6 Meeting!
May 17th Meeting Features FWHS Independent Life Sk
May 23 Meeting Starts Organizing for Poker Fundrai
Our May 23rd meeting gave us a great start on organizing for our Poker Tournament fundraiser in October. Committees were formed, with attending members stepping up to support the event.
This is our major fundraiser for the next Rotary year with a goal of $5000+ profit. Key strategies for the success of the event include:
- Develop corporate participation for team entries and sponsorships
- Use a free, or at least cheap, location without a food and beverage package
- Provide our own food. The Sunday afternoon event won't require a full meal
- Sell our own beverages for added profit
Event chairs Jeretta Douglas, Fred Narcaroti, and Dave Becker will be in contact with members who could not attend the meeting to tell them about the committee opportunities. Committees for the event include Sponsorship, Team Entries, Prizes, Publicity, Food, Beverage, Setup and Location.
Poker Fundraiser Kicks Off at May 23 meeting!
At our club meeting on Tuesday, May 23rd, we will kick off the planning - and execution! - of our major fund raiser for the coming year. The success of the Poker Tournament, scheduled for Sunday, October 8th, depends on the hard work of every club member. Committees for location, food, beverage, sponsorships, prizes, publicity, and entrants will be formed. Fred Narcaroti, Jeretta Douglas, and Dave Becker will lead the efforts to make this our biggest fund raiser ever.
Don't miss this vital meeting! We can't get it done without every one of you - please be there for the Club!
May 9th Meeting at Doug Raine's Amazing Workshop
May 2nd Meeting Fills the Room!
April 25 Sets Record for Busiest Meeting Ever!
Click hereto view photos of the meeting on a new page.
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