The presentation of Paul Harris Fellow recognition is The Rotary Foundation's way of expressing its appreciation for a substantial contribution to its humanitarian and educational programs. It is named for our founder, Paul Harris, a Chicago lawyer who started Rotary International with three business associates in 1905.
Congratulations Paul from all of us in the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton for this well deserved recognition.
Jay Settersten of SetterTech presented his work on a wonderful project in Cambridge, Wisconsin. An old wastewater treatment area was replaced by a modern plant. What to do with the old system? To fill it in and reseed it would cost $350,000. Working with a team of local people (including the Lions Club), Jay helped transform the old area into a great little fishing area for local kids. Other fishing areas in the community has been deteriorating. The transformation was inexpensive: largely funded by volunteers, donations, and a $100,000 grant. Cambridge itself pitched in $50,000. The ponds had to be deepened to support the perch and bluegills over the winter. Planted with native vegetation and fed by springs (blocked by clay during the wastewater days), the ponds even sport a small island that fosters nesting for scores of bird species. A long-term self-sustaining project in which everyone wins – the community, the volunteers, and local kids.
Saturday, April 29 was cool, overcast and windy on Equity Lane in Fitchburg. The weather did not deter the work crew headed up by Todd Weigand from framing and sheathing 3 houses.
After several years of construction on our assigned Adopt-A-Highway segment, the South Beltline between Gammon Rd and Whitney Way, we are now cleared to once again clean-up the south side of that portion of the Beltline.We need lots of volunteers.Family members (16 years of age or older) and friends are welcome to join our club members for this activity. It's a great volunteer activity for high school students. We'll do our spring clean-up on Thursdayafternoon, May 18, at 4:30 pm.We'll meet at the Vitense Golf Course parking lot.Please wear good shoes, long pants, and gloves.Bags and safety vests will be provided.We will have sign-up sheets to pass during our club meeting this coming Friday, May 5th.However, if you can help and will not be at Friday's meeting please email Dean Ryerson dryerson@tds.net or Rod Nilles rcnilles@chorus.net to let us know.We'll need your cellphone number in case we need to reach you.Plan on a 2 hour activity.Those who can are invited to share libation and food at Babe's following the clean-up.
Help with preparing leader packets, measuring and cutting rope and other duties to make sure group leaders have everything they need. Prior to June 1.
MAD CITY CHALLENGE GROUP LEADER Each leader is assigned a group of 5-6 kids. Kids are given a list of tasks to complete around Madison (primarily around UW Campus/State St.).
Group Leader's Responsibilities:
Make sure the kids stay in a safe environment. They are out in the city so bus stops and crossing streets, etc. The kids are required to be holding onto a 10' rope from the time they leave Jefferson until the time they return. They may let go while on the city bus and bathroom stops. If at any time a student lets go of the rope - the group leader cuts off 6" of rope.
Check off tasks as the kids complete them. Leaders are not allowed to help their groups complete the tasks. No giving directions, hints, etc. - kids are on their own.
First Group goes Thursday, June 1st, second group Friday, June 2nd. Day of event 7:30am-2:30pm. If possible we meet the day before the group goes to go over any questions. Typically after school 2:40 pm for maybe a half hour.
Just to be clear, a group leader will walk with the students for the entire day which can add up to about 5 miles. If keeping up with middle school kids is a challenge, the party and/or preparing material might be a better fit.
You can make a difference in our community - participate in this and other great volunteer opportunities at Jefferson Middle School. Just click in the link below to download the volunteer application form and take the first step.
PIZZA PARTY
Help set up and facilitate the party at Jefferson after the Mad City Challenge (MCC). On June 1 and/or 2 in the afternoon.
All the members and their families of the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton are invited to a picnic at Mary Van Hout's home, 6812 Maywood Avenue, Middleton on 4 - 6:30 pm on Sunday, June 4th to meet and welcome our Rotarian Friendship Exchange guests from Gujarat, India.
Bring a vegetarian dish of any sort or a dessert to share.
Please RSVP with the number of people in your group to: Mary Van Hout maryevanhout@gmail.com • 608-575-7566 or sign up at the meeting tomorrow
You will have an opportunity to build goodwill, be an ambassador for international friendship and have a crash course in the Indian culture without leaving Dane County in exchange for your efforts!! This is the chance to connect internationally that you will not regret!
Six Rotarians from our District 6250 participated in a Rotary Friendship Exchange in February and were hosted by District 3060 in Gujarat, India. Our very own Mary Van Hout and Mary Dunn were members of that group.
There will be 5 couples from Gujarat visiting our area, Sunday, June 4, through Wednesday, June 7. We need Rotarians to volunteer to house one of the couples for all or part of that time.
You will have an opportunity to build goodwill, be an ambassador for international friendship and have a crash course in the Indian culture without leaving Dane County in exchange for your efforts!! This is the chance to connect internationally that you will not regret!
We also need additional volunteers to help drive them to the various venues we want them to see and experience.
This will be a very busy weekend in La Crosse, with several other events in town taking up hotel rooms. Book early to be sure that you'll have a room for the 2017 Rotary District Conference!
Radisson Hotel - Conference Venue 200 Harborview Plaza La Crosse, WI 54601 Standard King Room: $149 Standard 2 Queen room: $159
Reservations: (608) 784-6680 or (800) 333-3333 Ask for the Rotary District 6250 Conference Rate www.radisson.com/lacrossewi
Enter promo code: RD6250 Room block deadline:
April 14, 2017
The Charmant Hotel - upscale boutique hotel
101 State Street La Crosse, WI 54601 Standard King: $249
Double Queen Room: $249
Reservations: (608) 697-7300 Ask for the in-house reservations:
The lunch venue has changed for the Rotary Youth Leadership Award students to Lake Lucerne Camp near Neshkoro which is a little farther away but has a great kitchen facility available to us. We have a budget of $600 to work with so I believe we can duplicate the spaghetti, salad and dessert we provided last year.
We will need four Nescos, please give your Nesco permission to particapate.
One or two more volunteers are needed to help out with transporting the food and serving it on Saturday, May 20. A list will be passed around at the meeting so you and/or your Nesco can sign up, or you can contact Mary Van Hout • maryevanhout@gmail.com • 608-575-7566
Rotary members from more than 130 countries meet at the convention every year. This is your unique opportunity to connect with old friends, make new ones, and share stories about your club’s current and future projects.
2. Strengthen your club and your passion for Rotary
The general sessions and breakout sessions offer countless ways to help you get the most from your Rotary membership and make your club stronger. In the House of Friendship, you’ll find new ideas, learn best practices, and share project successes — it’s where the Rotary world comes together!
3. Join The Rotary Foundation celebration
The culmination of a yearlong celebration of the Foundation’s centennial takes place in the city where it all began. Join the festivities at The Rotary Foundation’s 100th Birthday Party. Attend a book signing and meet the author of “Doing Good in the World: The Inspiring Story of The Rotary Foundation’s First 100 Years.” See all the activities we have planned.
4. Explore the American South
Bask in the sun on the Atlantic and Gulf shores. Test your game at some of the world’s most celebrated golf courses. Experience the magic of Florida’s Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World.
Explore the natural wonders of the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Step back in time at Colonial Williamsburg. Sample the sophisticated charms of New Orleans, Savannah, and Charleston. Learn more
5. Enjoy special tours and events
Watch for more information about special activities like Restaurant Night, Host Hospitality Night, and a screening of "Gone With the Wind" at the historic Fox Theatre. Visit the Host Organization Committee site to find more activities.
Your Company can put its message in front of 144 of local influential participants. Hole Sponsorship $300.00 Sponsorship includes the display of a custom color logo sign at the Tee Box and listing in the Charity Golf Outing Program.
Golfers prepay $100.00 which includes 18 holes, cart, box lunch, and full cookout
Foursomes prepay $400.00
4 person Scramble Format 2 Putt maximum rule in effect
MULLIGANS may be used for any shot, with the exception of winning the closet to the hole contests on the Par 3's
12 TOTAL HOLE CONTESTS - (such as longest drive, longest putt, closest to the hole, straightest drive, etc.) $25.00 Pro Shop Certificate to each winner
$50.00 per golfer prize for 1st Place Teams for 3 categories Men's Team, Women's Team, Mixed Team
Have some fun and at the same time support the Madison West Towne-Middleton Rotary Foundation, Inc. (a 501 3c Charitable Organization). All proceeds from the Charity Golf Outing go to fund our local and international charity projects.
It is time again to think about whether you want money from our Rotary Club, District 6250 or the Rotary International Foundation. If you are interested in funding a project, please contact me so we can discuss how to write the best grant and to decide which grant application is appropriate. An abbreviated description is as follows:
Money from Our Club--for grants of $5,000 or less. The deadline was May 1st.
District 6250 Grants--for grants between $5,001 and $30,000. The deadline is May 25th. The grant must be sustainable and fall within 6 focus areas. This requires member involvement. A request for money only will be denied. You must submit he grant application to the District.
Rotary Foundation Grants--for grants of $30,000 or more. There is no deadline for filing. The grant must be sustainable and fall within 6 focus areas. This also requires member involvement.. A request for money only will be denied. It also requires an international partner Rotary Club. The District will assign a mentor to help you write the grant. You must submit the grant to the Rotary Foundation.
The Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton is sponsoring a high-school aged girl from Poland. She will arrive here in August, 2017 and is very excited to experience American culture.
Her host families need to live in or near the Memorial School District as she will be attending Memorial High School. If you or someone you know may be interested in hosting her for 3-4 months, please contact us.
I am looking for drivers for Best (Rotary Youth Exchange student) to get him to and from school/Rotary meetings. If you can help out with any of these dates please let me know ASAP. I now have to inform the school as to when he will be leaving for the meetings and it is helpful to let them know who will be picking him up and bringing him back. Thanks so much!
If you are volunteering with youth (one-on-one)? Mentoring, Youth Exchange, RYLA, Academic Decathlon, High School Business Plans, Etc... You must have an annual background check completed. This only applies if you are working with youth one-on-one. If you are in a group more than 2 people, you don't need a background check.
Please let me know of any events or special situations in our fellow Rotarians' lives where a card, flowers, or a plant would be appropriate for their situation.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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