The Ridgerunner. The power of the mind - Mela Rispoli. Rotary Minute Chris Nolan Chris discussed one of her favorite

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1 The Ridgerunner The power of the mind - Mela Rispoli Last night we heard an interesting talk on the power of belief and willingness to keep an open mind. Mela works with people to overcome problems or obstacles in their lives. The ability to tie the present day situation together with some past experiences often produces some dramatic results and she cited a number of examples. It was also nice for us to meet Jay & Mela s oldest son Jason and his fiancée Tatiana Unger. Rotary is a family affair! Rotary Minute Chris Nolan Chris discussed one of her favorite experiences of being a Rotarian - the annual visits from GSE (Group Study Exchange) teams. Chris hosted a member from Estonia and I think she planned a vacation to visit her guest. We also helped to build a skate park in Estonia. Sue Manning made friends with a team member from South Africa. Someone from our Club was invited to the wedding of a team member from Taiwan. Yes, Chris, GSE was one of the better things that our Club and District has ever done! What Paul Harris Said: "May Rotarians continue to be ambassadors of good-will to high and low, rich and poor, to all races, to the devotees of all religious faiths and to members of all political parties, purveyors of tolerance, forbearance, justice, kindliness, neighborliness and friendliness to the inhabitants of this snug little world, the best little world of which we know." Paul P. Harris, "This Rotarian Age" page 257, 1935.

2 Good Food - Good Music CHIRP Concert in the Park sponsored by Rotary. Everyone understood who sponsored the event. Thanks, Rich, for bringing the materials and Mike S. for taking it down. Early arrivals Rotarians and spouses Doing what we do best socializing! Greta, Stella and Sunniva Bondesson from Baskery.

3 Making Our Communities Stronger Join us and march to support Newtown Sept 2nd 9am It has been more than 3 months since the devastating tornado changed the lives of the dads, moms, children and all people old and young in Moore, Oklahoma forever. We can still help those unfortunate folks try to restore their homes, their community and their lives, with our donations. Mark the memo portion of your check OKLAHOMA. Please remember that 100% of your donation will go directly to help. Rotary Picnic Sunday, September 22nd at the Bodner s One of our most enjoyable events. Cliff is prepared the pig has been ordered so the eats will be excellent. It s at Andy s so the drinks and hospitality will be in abundance. Bring a friend, introduce them to Rotary. We do a lot of good things. See Sue Manning for details. Alzheimer Memory Walk Please wear your Rotary at work shirt The up-coming Alzheimer Memory Walk on Sunday, September 29th at Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk. Last year we had a good group participate. So far nine people are walking. Contact Alex to sign-up! The Women s Center Walk-athon, Safe Walk, will be held on Sunday, October 6th at the Danbury Fair Mall. Registration is at 8:30am and the walk will Please wear your Rotary at work shirt begin at 9:30am. We will be walking with the Strength in Numbers Team. We are hoping that each walker will raise at least $100 in donations. See Kathy for details!

4 A Potential Fundraiser If you ve ever wondered why we are a strong Club - it s our people! 12 Rotarians traveled to New Paltz over the weekend to understand if we can do a BBQ event in Ridgefield. Thanks to Mike S. for the additional pictures. Are we known by the company we keep? Kristina, Rainer and children Joe K & Mike S in the battle of the cameras Cliff practicing his surgery skills! There are a lot of contestants!

5 Member Profile Children: Aidan 2/10 Declan 4/24 Kristina E. Kelly 633 Danbury Road #24 Ridgefield, CT Birthday: 1/17 Anniversary: 3/17 Spouse: Brian Occupation: Attorney, Reese, Hirsh, Shoults & Harrison. LLC 470 Main Street, Suite 305, Ridgefield, CT Hobbies: Cooking, Art, Crocheting, Raising my boys and having educational-fun experiences like going to museums, nature walks, etc. Kristina s Activities: Ridgefield Arts Council; Western Connecticut Estate & Planning Counsel; Connecticut Bar Association, Estates & Probate Section and Elder Law Section; Connecticut & New York Bar; National Association of Elder Law Attorneys; American Bar Association

6 Coming Events Future Speakers & Events August - Membership & Extension Month Fri Aug 30 Mon, 2nd Breakfast Dimitri's September New Generations Month Rotary Newtown Parade Wed, 4th Speaker: Mike S. Trivia: Cliff Mon, 9th Board Meeting RVNA Board Room Wed, 11th Fri, 13th Wed, 18th Sun, 22nd Wed, 25th Fri, 27th Sun, 29th Wed, 2nd Delayed Start Town Ceremony Trivia: Joe E Speaker: Angelo Trivia: Bill I Rotary Picnic at Andy s Speaker: Joel Trivia: Chris N Alzheimer Walk-Alex K Rich Hanel who owns The IT Difference will discuss child proofing technology: texting, internet, social media. Assembly Fellowship Birgitta Stone October - Vocational Service Month Speaker: Karina Trivia: Chris Thur, 3rd Council of Presidents Location to be determined Mon, 7th Board Meeting RVNA Board Room Wed 9th Assembly Foundation Simon Fri, 11th Wed, 16th Speaker: Allyson Wed, 23rd Fri, 25th Wed, 30th Speaker: Joe E Halloween Party Rotarians responsible for getting the speaker that week and giving the Rotary Minute. Please let us know the name of the speaker and topic as soon as possible so we can publicize the occasions.