By now most of you have probably read the latest edition of your Rotarian Magazine but did you know Rotary has designated April as Magazine Month? As obscure as that may seem, there are a lot of reasons to celebrate this monthly publication that keeps us informed, entertained and connected to fellow Rotarians from around the world. In this month’s video I share a few thoughts about magazine month, some stories about how others have used theirs and some suggestions on how best you might use your own.
In just over a month, hundreds of Rotarians, families and friends from throughout the Midwest will gather in Appleton, Wisconsin to celebrate at TRI-CON 2105. Coinciding with the 100th anniversary of Districts 6220, 6250 and 6270, this conference will be like no other in recent history. Information, registration and hotel details are all available at our district’s website. As a side note (since I know how competitive some of you are), thus far more registrations have been made from D6250 than either D6270 or even D6220 (the host district). Your strong support this year and especially at TRI-CON 2015 really does mean the world to me!
On May 8 – 10, our District’s RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) will be held once again at Upham Woods in Wisconsin Dells. This event is hosted for high school students (typically sophomores) who are sponsored by our Rotary clubs. This program helps develop leadership skills and promotes ethics in personal and business situations. Past attendees have raved about the experience and for only $200; your club can sponsor one or more deserving students. Available spots are limited and fill up very quickly so please don’t delay. Information can be found on our district website.
So let’s all keep working hard to Light up Rotary in our communities and in our world. Thanks for all you do!
You might notice a new column on the weekly assignments called Rotary Minute. This is intended to be a quick one minute or less talk about Rotary. It can be a personal experience that involves Rotary or it can be a "Did you know?" fact. Be creative with it. Remember to keep it short and simple. We will randomly assign members to give a Rotary minute after the recital of the 4-Way Test.
If you cannot attend the meeting you are assigned to, please contact Toni Pabon.
Below is a list of items needed to fill gift baskets for the silent auction for our Golf Outing at Blackhawk CC on June 8th. If you have other suggestions, please include these items as well.
Please bring your donations to our Friday meetings and we'll make the baskets. Our deadline is the end of May but we'd prefer to have some time to create the baskets so the earlier the better!
Thank you. Your involvement is very much appreciated.
Ruth Domack
For baskets:
Bucky Badger paraphernalia
Salon/Spa gift cards
Green Bay Packer stuff: t-shirts, caps, etc. Could also be for children’s sizes.
Doggie treats: chew bones, water bowl, etc. for a “Doggie Basket”
Italian treats: dried pasta, sausages, jars of special sauces, gift cards to Italian deli or Fraboni’s store
Mexican treats: salsas, chips, gift cards to Mexican restaurants,
Wine, cheese and cracker assortments, corkscrew, etc.
Items for gardening: seeds, gift cards for flowers, gardening gloves, trowel, knee pads, etc.
Items for a golf basket, tees, gloves, balls, etc.
Tea Party basket: tea cups, teas, cookies,etc.
BBQ paraphernalia
Picnic Basket items, small collapsible cooler, etc.
Granchildren’s basket: items your grandkids would love i.e. books, puzzles, stuffed animal, etc.
District Training Assembly Give your club's leadership team the skills for success!
Join us for District Assembly Sessions Throughout the 2015 Tri-Con District Conference!
For club presidents-elect, it will be very important to have members of your club's leadership team attend the conference. Why? Workshops will be held throughout the conference in Appleton, WI to provide your club's leadership team the skills they will need to do their jobs. Topics will include:
Innovative Ideas to Grow Your Club
Engaging Youth in Rotary
RI Foundation - World Class!
Get Connected! RI & Club Central
Serving Your Club as Secretary
Tips for Club Treasurers
Click Here to see the full Assembly Sessions Schedule
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