Salt Lake Rotary Bee A PUBLICATION OF CLUB 24, SALT LAKE CITY VOLUME 43 NOVEMBER 2018 NUMBER 5 Tuesday, November 6 at Hotel RL, 161 W 600 S REDISCOVER ROTARY Scott Leckman, District Governor Governor Scott will review the activities and impact of Rotary around the world and in Utah. Audiences around the district have been inspired by the presentation. This will be a great opportunity to bring friends to Rotary to introduce them to Club 24. Tuesday, November 13 at the Marriott, 75 S West Temple A VETERAN S TALE: MY ADVENTURES IN THE MILITARY Don Weakley, U.S. Army Retired Club 24 Rotarian and retired U.S. Army officer Don Weakley will describe why he chose the military as a career and his experiences during six deployments to combat zones in Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan, including multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officer (bomb squad) following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Tuesday, November 20 at the Marriott, 75 S West Temple A MESSAGE OF THANKSGIVING Bishop Oscar Solis, Utah s Catholic Bishop Appointed by Pope Francis on January 10, 2017, and installed on March 7, 2017, the Most Reverend Oscar Solis is the tenth Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City. A native of the Philippines, Bishop Solis has traveled the state s highways and byways visiting the church s nearly 50 parishes and most of its tiny missions. He embraced Utah s people and its scenic beauty and has been warmly received by people of all walks of life. Club 24 is pleased to welcome Bishop Solis for our Thanksgiving program. Tuesday, November 27 at the Marriott, 75 S West Temple VIEW FROM THE TOP Bob Bonar, Snowbird CEO (Retired) Recently retired Snowbird CEO Bob Bonar will share 48 years experience at the resort, including highlights of development and operation through the efforts of Ted Johnson, Dick Bass, the Cumming family, and thousands of dedicated staff. He will discuss the future of the industry, the new Coke (Vail) and Pepsi (Alterra) world, climate change, and new summer opportunities.
President s Corner Autumn leaves decorate my lawn while waning hours of sunlight draw my least favorite season of the year closer to my doorstep. With summer still a fresh memory, it s hard to believe November has arrived. Alene Bentley Until now, I d never consciously connected Election Day, Veteran s Day and Thanksgiving. Each observance is significant in its own way, but recent headlines about horrific events in this country crystalized the realization that they are interrelated. Taken together, they represent the shared blessings we enjoy as citizens--and our collective obligation to safeguard American democracy and prosperity for future generations. Let us remember our Thanksgiving tables are set by the men and women in uniform willing to preserve peace and uphold American values and by broad participation in the electoral process. As Rotarians, we re fortunate to come together as friends to enjoy one another s company, to advance community service projects and to learn from one another other and from interesting speakers. Our commitment to service is evident many ways. District Governor Scott Leckman will make an official visit to Rotary of Salt Lake on November 6 to report on the activities of District 5420. This is a perfect opportunity for members to invite guests and prospective members to learn about the tremendous impact of Rotary around the world and in Utah. Club 24 counts many veterans among its membership. We salute you and honor your sacrifice and service. Circle November 13 on your calendar when Rotarian and retired U.S. Army officer Don Weakley will share his military career experiences while serving in combat zones and leading bomb squads in Afghanistan an Iraq following the 9-11 terrorist attacks. On November 20, we will have the honor to hear from Catholic Bishop Oscar Solis for our Thanksgiving program. I look forward to his uplifting message. And if you haven t already mailed your ballot, do it before November 6! Or in the time honored tradition of standing in line to vote with your neighbors, find your polling place at https://vote.utah.gov/vote Alene 2
More Great Dine-Around Dinners A fun evening at the home of Reza Ahmadi Duane Millard says, I received this photo from John Seaman from our Dine-Around Dinner at our home. Gene Banks is waxing eloquent as we all explained, over King Crab, how we became Rotarians. 3
Rotarians Deliver Hygiene Kits to Franklin Elementary By Nancy Brown To celebrate the beginning of the school year, the School Partnerships Committee gathered hygiene supplies for each classroom at Franklin Elementary to keep the students healthy all year long. Clorox wipes, Kleenex boxes, Lysol spray, and hand sanitizer were donated and delivered to Franklin Elementary in September. Special thanks to Teri Jensen and Utah Paper Box Company for donating the boxes, and to the many Rotarians who donated supplies, money, and time to this successful project! Franklin Principal Randy Miller, at right, accepts donations from Teri Jensen, District Governor Scott Leckman, and Nancy Brown. See more pictures on the next page. 4
Franklin Elementary Donation Above, Teri Jensen, Nick Marsh, and Scott Leckman, displaying various emotions in the thick of the project. At left, the irrepressible Scott Leckman. Below, Nancy Brown carries one of many, many boxes. 5
Recently at Rotary Clockwise from top left: Rotary International s Dr. Carol Pandak, Director, PolioPlus, addresses Club 24; Club Secretary Brian Berkelbach xchanging club banners with Rotarian Khalid Sacoor Jamal who brought Rotary greetings from Lisbon, Portugal; and Dave Winder at a recent meeting. Hey Dave, who you rootin for don t be shy! 6
Homeless Youth Prom I ve never seen this group of young adults have so much fun. Teri Jensen Rotarian Teri Jensen teamed up with her Utah Paper Box colleagues Steve Keyser, Lindsey Welker, Thomas Welker, Corrinne Horton, Rhonda Day, Jay McMillan, and Lacey Poulsen for our club's monthly dinner service. Teri says. This time we were invited to provide and prepare a fancy dinner for the VOA Homeless Youth Resource Center's Prom. We served a full roast beef dinner with all the fixings. We also offered vegetarian dishes, salad and chilled shrimp appetizers. A group of young attorneys and judges waited tables. Another non-profit group provided formal wear, make overs, and a photo booth. This was an exceptional night. I've never seen this group of young adults have so much fun. See the chefs and their creations on the next page. 7
To help out at the VOA Homeless Youth Resource Center, see the next page for details. 8
VOA Dinner Service Rotarians provide, prepare and serve dinner at the center on the second Wednesday of every month. If you would like to volunteer, contact Teri Jensen at tjensen@upbslc.com. We are looking for a few additional members for the Youth Service Committee. If serving young people in our community is one of your passions, please contact Teri. She would like to find an energetic, passionate Rotarian to take over as Youth Services Chair for fiscal year 2019. Teri plans to remain on the committee, but would like to see someone else have the opportunity to interact with terrific organizations like the VOA. Mark McCashland will be team captain for November. His crew has a full turkey dinner planned. John Holmgren is leading December's team, Randi Jackson is team captain for January, and John Ashton has February. You can contact captains directly if you'd like to join them. Teams fill up fast, so make plans now. Acts of Kindness for Rotary Bee By Rolayne Fairclough Housing! The grants given through the Acts of Kindness Committee in October mean that four families keep their housing and one woman can keep her power going. The families who now have secure housing experienced unexpected emergencies a car that needed repair so that the breadwinner could get to work, a husband who suffered a stroke and kidney failure within one month, confusion over a rental deposit, and sudden illness. When fate has not smiled on people initially they have limited emergency funds. When an unexpected expense occurs, they can be devastated. This is why the Acts of Kindness program plays such a vital role in our community. The stories are tragic and precious lives are at stake. But, through the goodness of the Salt Lake Rotary we can help those facing possible tragedy and help put their lives back on track. On behalf of the committee Thank you! 5-Minute Inspiration Friday, November 2, 6 PM Vieve Gore Concert Hall Jewett Center for the Performing Arts Westminster College Free and open to the public Features six Westminster all-stars each speaking for ten minutes on a topic they are passionate about. Explore a diverse range 9 of big ideas with this year's presentations. A Durango, Colorado Rotary club brings life-changing solar electricity to Navajo silversmith Jerry Domingo and his neighbors. Click on the image to watch the video and read the article from the Durango Herald.
Welcome Awesome New Rotarian Amelia Larson Born in California, and raised in Logan, Utah, I came to Salt Lake City in 2009 to attend the University of Utah. After completing my undergraduate degree in healthcare administration, I went on to pursue a Masters degree in Gerontology, which complements my passion for working with older adults. Since a child, I was constantly involved in a healthcare setting, helping my grandparents age, or volunteering with residents in senior communities. I recently started a company, A Life for Seniors, which helps families and individuals navigate the senior living world, in hope to find the best fit community for them. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, traveling, boating, reading, and volunteering. I look forward to being a part of the Salt Lake City Rotary. 10
http://www.uwmmensshop.com Meet Dapper New Rotarian Brandon Stringham I was born here in Utah. I graduated from the University of Utah with a business degree. I love flipping houses on the side, but most of my time is spent as the CFO of UWM Men s Shop (formerly known as Utah Woolen Mills). My great-great grandfather started the company and my brother and I help it continue to grow. When I m not working, you will probably find me on the lake boating or playing sand volleyball. I am brand new to Rotary and excited to get involved. 11
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Club 24 Salt Lake City, Utah Chartered 1911 2018-2019 Board of Directors Guatemalan Girls Gain Skills Through Rotary Alene Bentley, President Roger Thompson, President-Elect Bry Davis, Vice President Juli Blanch, Vice President Mike Criddle, Treasurer Brian Berkelbach, Secretary Judy Fang, Director John Mertens, Director Teri Jensen, Director Steve Boekholder, Director Brett Sutherland, Past President Monthly Committee Meetings 1st Tues: Acts of Kindness 1:30 pm 2nd Tues: Program 11:15 am 3rd Tues: International Service 10:45 am Interact 11:45 am 4th Wed: Board of Directors Noon Other Committees Meet As Needed Girls at Proximos Pasos school in Guatemala prepare lunch for younger students as part of their life skills curriculum. A Rotary project used global grant 25333 to equip the school with a computer lab, stainless steel kitchen equipment, and a machine known as a mechanical cow, which produces soy milk and okara, or soy pulp, a nutritious food. IPTC Creator Monika Lozinska IPTC Credit @Rotary International www.slcrotary.org Thanks to XMISSION for hosting us on the web. 14