Because we do not have a meeting this week those that have ordered Roses will need to stop by Gregg Elliott's business.
Gregg will be picking up the roses Wednesday morning and will take them all to my office by 11:00. So let's say that a pickup is possible from 11:30 - 5:00 Wednesday, 8:00 - 5:00 Thursday. If that doesn't work call Gregg at 612-309-4787 and he will make arrangements with you.
The meeting was started with an invocation by Sandi Arndt. We had a number of guests this week, Clemencia Rasquinha (Clem's membership application is current in the review process), Brenda Badger and two Wayzata YES students ($1,000 grant recipient) , Melissa Musliner ($2,000 grant recipient), Greg Krauska (Shelter Box), and our speakers Heather Carufel and Reyna Lugo (Tree House).
The Card Game was won this week by Glen Norton.
Riddle answers were: 1) only a little; 2) Rick O'Shea; and 3) tomorrow. Like always, if you want to read the actual riddle, go to the website and read last week's bulletin.
Next Steve Bleacher presented $1,000 grant checks to Brenda Badger and Wayzata YES for Shelter Box and Melissa Musliner for Bloom Early Learning.
Our Speaker this were Heather Carufel and Reyna Lugo. Heather spent several minutes discussion Tree House and the programs they offer to youth in the community. She then asked a number of questions of Reyna, who participated in programs offered by Tree House. She credits Tree House in providing direction to her life. She has since received her GED and is current enrolled in college.
The Problem: Hurting teems are everywhere and they have a desperate need for a place to turn for healing. TreeHouse is a faith-based organization and meets them where they are at - in places of pain and confusion. Teens have been receiving unconditional love and guidance to heal and grow at TreeHouse since 1984. All teens are welcome, regardless of background, and are reminded that they are lovable, capable and worthwhile.
Challenges Teens Face: Many of today's teens often turn to behaviors that offer short-term relief but create even more pain - for themselves and others. TreeHouse staff work with teens who struggle with all kinds of challenges, including: Thoughts of suicide; acting out sexually; self harm/cutting; substance abuse; dropping out of school; and, bullying.
Vision & Mission: The vision of TreeHouse is to reach every at-risk teen so they are loved, feel hope and realize life transformation. To accomplish this vision we seek to fulfill our mission to bring living hope to hurting youth and families leading to life transformation.
Four Goals For Teens:
1. Reduce at-risk behavior;
2. Build healthy relationships with God, self and others;
3. Graduate High School; and
4. Pursue an educational or vocational track for their future.
March 30, 2016 Joint Wayzata and Mound-Westonka Meeting
On Wednesday, March 30th, Wayzata and Mound-Westonka will be having a joint Rotary meeting at the Wayzata Country Club from 11:30 - 1:00pm. The speaker will be John Noltner. (John is stepping in to replace John Goodman who had to cancel).
John Noltner, is a local award-winning author and photographer who has spent 20 years shooting projects for national magazines and Fortune 500 companies. John has just completed a 40,000 mile journey across the country gathering new stories for his flagship effort, A Peace of My Mind, which is a multimedia arts project based on interviews with a broad spectrum of individuals focusing on the topic “what does peace mean to you?” Artists, immigrants, former prisoners, teachers, and many others share their thoughts and inspiring stories that together, celebrate our common experience and sense of community. These interviews contain extraordinary insights into how we can work toward common good and create a world that is more just for all. Founded in 2009, this multimedia arts project published its first book in 2011. Featuring interviews of 52 diverse individuals in Minnesota, the book is accompanied by two traveling exhibits, speaking engagements and workshops, serving as a catalyst for public dialogue around issues related to conflict resolution, civic responsibility, social justice, and peace. Production is underway for a second book titled, A Peace of My Mind: American Stories, which includes stories from people across the United States.
All Area 12 club members are invited to join them. The lunch cost is $18 and attendees should RSVP to maureenmarawayzata@gmail.com
2016 - 2017 Rotary Year:
President Elect Knight will be talking to members regarding board positions for the 2016-2017 Rotary Year. Please consider taking on a leadership position with the Club. The Club is only going to grow if everyone steps up.
Rotary International President Elect John Germ has presented his 2016-2017 theme - "ROTARY SERVING HUMANITY"
Heart Safe Plymouth:
We have trained 3,296 People and counting!
Please consider volunteering at a training event. Contact Norm Okerstrom or Russ Carlson to find out when they are training next.
New Member Application:
We have received a corporate membership application from Clemencia Rasquinha. Clemencia's business is Twin Cities Physicians with her business specialty being Geriatrics. She provides Primary care for elders/hospice care, oversees providers who care for elders and educates community members about geriatrics. Her business is located in Golden Valley and she is a Plymouth resident. Clemencia is married and has three children. Please spend some time talking to her and getting to know her. Clemencia is sponsored by Don Weber.
This is the second week of Clemencia's application for membership.
Annual Giving:
We continue to get closer to the annual giving goals that have been established. You can give to the RI Annual Fund, RI Polio Plus, Safe Water and the Plymouth Rotary Foundation.
Current 2015-2016 Rotary International Activity:
Annual Fund (Goal - $12,000 To Date Actual - $7,266)
Polio Plus (Goal - $1,500 To Date Actual - $330)
If you haven't already gone to the RI website to sign into My Rotary, please do so. Once you have done this, you can enter your giving amount.
Thank you
2016 Rotary District Conference:
The 2016 Rotary Conference will be on May 12 - 13 this year. The Conference will be held at Mystic Lake Conference Center. Conference Information can be found at:
The third host family had the in-home interview and it when great. Thank you Jason for the incredible work on this.
Club Visioning and moving forward:
Once the 2016-2017 Board has been set I will work with members to begin implementing the three projects. I will continue this into the 2016-2017 year. Below are the three teams that have been established:
Community Service
Club Service
New Generations
Working with City of Plymouth as a strategic partner to increase our community visibility and interest.
Community Outreach programs designed to create interest in Rotary
Identifying, Understanding and removing barriers for younger members of Plymouth Rotary
Peter Bartling
Jason Cardwell
Steve Beachler
Lymari Santana
Bala Guntipalli
John Packard
Handsome Bob
Steve Juetten
Carol Parrish
Jill Kohler
Dwain Erickson
John Schoonover
Norm Okerstrom
Pat Knight
Diane Moyer
Bruce Behm
Glen Norton
Jim Crenna
Jim Bird
Sharon Sund
Jeff Wosje
Russ Carlson
Woody Jewett
Brock Peterson
Margaret Li
Bob Wittman
Scott Walter
Ron Lenz
Don Weber
Chris Garcia
Pam Oesterreich
Eric Blank
Steve Coley
Don Untiedt
Ben Rischall
Virginia Antony
Nick Clementi
Rich Manthe
James Williams
Jim Prom
New Members:
Remember the membership contest - 1 point for bringing a perspective member to a meeting, 5 points if that person joins and 3 points if you get a person to join without coming to a meeting. Steve Beachler has 12 points, Dwain Erickson, Jeff Wosje, and Don Weber have 5, Steve Juetten has 2 points and Glen Norton and Pat Knight have 1 point.
Rotary Grant Committee:
First half grants have been awarded (all have been at a meeting and have received a check):
Bloom Early Learning and Child Care (Wayzata School District) - Child Care Training Materials - $2,000
Tiny Tim & Friends (Zambia) - Generator to support HIV kids - $2,000 (grant presented March 10, 2016)
Can Do Canines (Western Suburbs) - Assistance dogs for youth - $2,000 (grant presented March 10, 2016)
Wayzata H.S. Club Y.E.S (International) - Shelterbox - $1,000
The Grant Committee is now accepting second half grant applications. Plymouth Rotarians must sponsor each application. First half grants will be awarded in January. Second half grants will be awarded in early Spring, 2016. Please review the Grant Policy and find the Grant Application Form at http://rotaryplymouth.org/Page/grants . Contact Past President Steve Beachler if you have questions.
General Information:
Club Website: Please take the time to visit the club website. We have now been using the Club Runner website format for a number of months. It is important for everyone to spend some time on the site and let Rich Manthe and me know what information is missing and what information should be updated. www.RotaryPlymouth.org
Quarterly Invoices:Please pay quarterly invoices promptly. The Board continues to work with members that have outstanding balances.
West Metro Rotaract Club: They have officially been chartered! The first president is Tim Janssen. The Club meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm, Coopers Pub, West End, St. Louis Park. The also have reserved the 4th Monday of each month for service opportunities. Tim can be reached at timothygjanssen@gmail.com. Please pass this information on to your colleagues, friends and others who may have interest.
ClubRunner Member Profiles:Preview your member profile on the ClubRunner website for accuracy and update any missing data. Contact President Steve Juetten with any questions you may have. To assist, Dwain Erickson and Diane Moyer can shoot smart phone photographs of members whose photos are missing in the Club Membership roster. Is your photo missing??
Amazon Purchases: Please remember to select RCOP Foundation when you make on-line purchases at Amazon.Smile. The Rotary Club of Plymouth Foundation is registered with Amazon and may be chosen when you make purchases through Amazon.Smile. Amazon will donate .05% of your total purchase to RCOP Foundation. The AmazonSmile web site provides all the same products as the regular site, but in addition allows you to designate a charity which Amazon will support. Please tell your friends and associates who shop through Amazon Smile! The contribution comes out of Amazon's pocket - not yours! Click here to get started:http://smile.amazon.com/ch/26-3054927 You Shop/ Amazon Gives!
The 4-Way Test: Of the things we think, say or do:
Is it the TRUTH?
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Rotary Theme: "Be a Gift to the World"
Meeting Roles
Sgt-At-Arms:
Greeter:
Fine Master:
Invocation:
Thank you to everyone that participates in the meetings. If you are unable to take on the roles as assigned, please attempt to find someone to fill in for you. Once you find someone or if you cannot find someone, please notify me at sjuetten@plymouthmn.gov so that I can plan appropriately
