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Petoskey Rotary Noon Club NEWSLETTER

August 31, 2022

101 Years of Service Above Self

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

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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

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

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

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

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

Pledge/Anthem:  Howard Richards led us in God Bless America

4-Way Test:  Karen Ragland          

Invocation:  Melissa Thompson

"Before the reward, there must be labor. You plant before you harvest. You sow in tears before you reap joy." – Ralph Ransom

Calendar Winners:  Read off by Dave Thomas  

Calendar Winners August 31, 2022

Visiting Rotarians:  Shirley Love, Cincinnati, OH

Guests:  Diana Scott

Life Events:  None

Personal Updates: 

Congratulations to Rotary member Jeff Wynder for a great performance last week at the Perry.

Congrats to us all! All calendars have been distributed to members. Consider picking up an extra calendar or two to sell. If you would like a list of purchasers from former members to follow up with, see Karen Ragland.

Birthdays:

None

Anniversaries:  

Neil Bidwell – 37 Years

Nick White – 42 Years

Singing/Song:  Howard Richards led us in Happy Birthday, Smile, and 1972’s Johnny Nash; “I Can See Clearly Now.”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Rotary Foundation Gala:  Registration is now open for the 2022 District 6290 Foundation Gala being held September 30! The planning committee is pulling out all the fun cards for this event. We have PDG, Jon Catlin as our master of ceremonies, Club Basket raffle, Wine Pull, 50/50 Mardi Gras Beads, and some surprises. To register for this event you can click on the following: Link

Youth Exchange Program at Camp Daggett:  Rotary Districts Youth Exchange program is back in full swing. Students from around the world visiting Camp Daggett for orientation. Sept. 9^th -11^th looking for volunteer assistance with meal service. Click HERE to sign up.

Polio Update:  A case of polio has been found in NY. Join our mission to eradicate Polio. Get vaccinated. Promote vaccinations.

Big Water Creative Arts:  BWCA brings music and music education to young people in our community. Schools are asking the rock band program to continue, but funding is needed to help! Please join BWCA for a fundraiser on September 11 at Boyne Valley Vineyards. Tickets at: Link

NCMC Lecture Series:  The North Central Michigan College Lunch & Learn lectures return September 23 at 11:30 AM with John Van Etten.

Alzheimer’s Association News:  Alzheimer’s Walks return to Petoskey this year! Visit alz.org/walk to learn how you can help.

Mark Your Calendars:  October 15 will be our second Fall Festival. It is being planned out by Kendal Klingelsmith, Nikki Devitt and Ashley Whitney. The goal is to raise at least $5,000 this year. The festival will feature a beer tent, live music and entertainment, the popular pumpkin roll, and new this year—yard and lawn games. Committee members are needed, contact Nikki Devitt to sign up to help!

STRIVE Announcement:  STRIVE begins again this year, working with Sophomores. Consider becoming a mentor to students – see Georgia Abbott.

Red Cross:  The Red Cross has aided those affected by more than 200 natural disasters already this year—including the tornado in Gaylord. Please visit their website and see how you can help! 

PROGRAM  Ashley Antonishen – NCMC Athletics

Thanks to our community, NCMC launched the athletics program this year. On August 1 the volleyball program began with practices and competitions, followed by cross country on August 22. Athletics will include men’s and women’s cross country, volleyball, basketball, and e-sports (video gaming).

The sports program has helped recruit student athletes to NCMC and athletes have served as ambassadors for the college. As part of the program, student athletes are required to do community service. If you have a need for volunteers, contact Ashley Antonishen. 

November 18 is the first home basketball game. Join NCMC for a ribbon cutting and celebration. Womens game 5:30 PM // Mens game 7:30 PM

Join NCMC for a game and cheer on the Timberwolves! 

https://www.ncmctimberwolves.com/landing/index

Next Week’s Program:  District Governor – Paul Heroman