Possibly the most flamboyant and confident exchange student we've welcomed recently, Goodness condensed her year in America into a lively half-hour!
From when she learned at Lagos, Nigeria that's she's going to America, to her poignant thanks you's and I'm gonna miss you's at our July 19th lunch. A few Goodness glimpses:
"I ate cheese and I didn't even like cheese!"
"I visited with five families and learned from each one."
"I'm lucky I took this step out of my comfort zone. Not easy, culture shock, but you get along."
"Become American-ized, I'm Wisconsin!"
"All exchange kids learn from each other, I'm glad I did this!"
Thank you. You've met a Nigerian. Very wonderful, I am so blessed I ended up in this club."
We see dozens of Goodness photos with friends and families, accompanied by Rhianna's tearful "Farewell."
This Week’s Speaker: Katie Hensel on Tri 4 Schools
Thursday, July 25, 6:15 PM Evening Picnic hosted by Linda Olson, Mary Van Hout and Nancy Comello at Linda and Don’s home, 5796 County Road K, Waunakee, 53597 (intersection of Hwy K and Hwy M. The house is not visible from the road. Look for the balloons). Potluck for Madison-area Rotarians, bring: • Last name beginning with A-J: salad • Last name beginning with K-P: noodles or other carbs • Last name beginning with Q-Z: dessert • Optional: bring own beverages and lawn games
This month’s issue of InBusiness features a lengthy article on member Cory Recknor’s role with the American Cancer Society in its Coaches vs. Cancer program. Important work!
Mary Van Hout spoke about this program at the last meeting and it created some buzz. Use your Amazon spending (and more) to help Rotary change the world. See further info in this screenshot. Use the URL on top to go to the original page. Thanks, Mary!
Our club will be bringing bingo back to the Middleton Good Neighbor Fest August 23-25, 2019. This is part of some throwback features including a Friday fish fry and Sunday chicken dinner. We will need volunteers for bingo sessions on Friday (evening), Saturday (afternoon & evening) and Sunday (afternoon). Mark your calendars now, because Wisconsin summers fill up quickly. We have a small committee formed including Deb Dieter, Jack Ferreri, Dawn Frank, Kevin Moran, Rod Nilles, and Matt Loch. We can use some more committee members and we are meeting this Friday after our club meeting. C’mon, join the fun!
Reach out to Deb Dieter to reserve your volunteer slot. You can email debragdieter@gmail.com to reserve your spot. DON’T BE ONE OF THOSE … ‘AW, SOMEONE ELSE WILL DO IT.’ BE THAT SOMEONE!
