LAST WEEKS MEETING: 

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System discussed the upcoming Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District referendum. There was an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

October 21 -  Dean Ryerson just got back from his trip to Europe and will present his most interesting visit to Poland on the Friendship Exchange Program. DO NOT MISS THIS ONE.& BRING A GUEST.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was canceled on June 10, Bev is an author, chaplain, and anti-bullying expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bullying from first-hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted

November 4  - "GETTING TO KNOW YOU PROGRAM". This time Greg Armstrong, Mike Wenkman and Rick Schaller will have 10 minutes each to give a short talk about themselves, their livelihood, their family and their hobbies. More "GETTING TO KNOW YOU" programs to follow.

November 11 - Lunch will be served at Lussier Community Center at 555 Gammon Rd., just north of Jefferson Middle School where Diana Shinall, executive director of the Lussier Building Complex, will be our orator. Lussier Community Center has been an organization supported since the beginning by both Madison West Rotary and Madison West Town Middleton Rotary. Over the last 8 years we have made annual contributions to the Buffet Scholars program and for the last 4 years have made contributions to the K-12 after school program. In addition, we have annually made contributions to the Food Pantry in both cash and donated food items. We also contributed to their start up radio station. Program by John Gerold. 

November 18 - Judy Reed and Jane Scharer, founders of the (Liberian Assistance Program) in 2008 and have been chair and vice chair for all these years. They have spoken to the Madison West Rotary a number of times will bring us up to date for our NEW Madison West Middleton Rotary Club which provides scholarships for girls at the Obama School in Liberia. Program by Peter Overton.

November 25 - No meeting Thanksgiving

December 2 - GETTING TO KNOW YOU SERIES WITH THE MERGER OF OUR 2 CLUBS, Deb Dieter, Kitty Tyson and Denny Zitnak will tell you about themselves, their family, their employment, their hobbies and other interesting quirks all within a 10 minute frame each. Don't miss this interesting program, YOU MAY BE NEXT.

December 9 - Nancy Comello, DNP, CNM, RN will tell us about Educating Indigenous Midwives and Birth Attendants, a Rotary Global Grant partnership between Madison West Towne Middleton Rotary Club and Rotary Club Las Américas Ciudad de Guatemala. Why it took over 2 years to complete  and how it is currently impacting the hands-on education of indigenous Guatemalan midwives by the trainers funded and equipped through the Global Grant. Program by Mary Cobb Dunn.

December 16 - After a career in medicine, Dr. David Lonsdorf decided to run for local office during the pandemic. He was elected to the Town Board of Verona and quickly found out that things weren't what he expected. We will find out what he didn't expect during his presentation. Program by Jack Ferreri

December 23 - No meeting Christmas

December 30 - New Years Eve weekend- no meeting

Our club's newest social group is ready to start meeting!  This is for all knitters/crocheters!  You don't have to be experienced or even know how!

The next gathering will be at Mary Van Hout’s home on Thursday, November 10^th at 6:30 PM.  Thank you for hosting Mary!  Please RSVP to Mary (maryevanhout@gmail.com) if you plan on attending.  We ask that you bring a small snack to share and your favorite beverage.  You can bring a project you are currently working on, materials to start something new, and any extra supplies you are willing to share.  We look forward to seeing you there!

If you know somebody who has expressed interest and is not in the email, please feel free to forward or contact Connie Fish at fishcrotary@gmail.com

Sawat Dii Krap Family and Friends (Hello in Thai),

Greetings again from the other side of the world! I have now been in Hat Yai for 2 months. The second month definitely went by much faster than the first, and it both feels like I have been here for a long time and for no time at all. My host family and I continue to have fun together and grow closer through evening walks, meals at Hat Yai's many different delicious restaurants, and cable channel sports. School remains easy but engaging, with student teaching, Thai lessons, and classes continuing to fill my time. Outside of school my two favorite things to do right now are going to the gym and playing piano. With so much free time and very few commitments and deadlines, I have found myself sometimes feeling a bit aimless. Working out and practicing piano gives me goals to focus on and valuable momentum so that I use my time much better. I have also been reading, studying Thai, hanging out with friends, and have even just started to try meditation. Learning Thai is still definitely an uphill battle, but I am making progress.

The two most exciting things that happened in the last month were a trip to Bangkok for rotary orientation, and a vacation to Krabi with my third host family. At rotary orientation I met the other 16 exchange students in the southern district of Thailand, many of whom I became fast-friends with. We all bonded over our shared exchange experiences, and the 17 of us spent lots of time talking about our lives in Thailand and back home. Outside of sessions about rotary rules and what it means to be an exchange student, we had time to visit the bangkok royal palace, a nearby mall, and a few temples. The royal palace was truly impressive. I could have spent many hours exploring its different temples and many small details. The malls and other temples were fun too, and I enjoyed seeing a bit of Bangkok. I left the orientation feeling sad that my new friends live so far away, but happy for the new memories and connections I made.

LAST WEEKS MEETING: 

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it. She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK. Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities. There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. Program by Kathy Roberg.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

October 21 -  Dean Ryerson just got back from his trip to Europe and will present his most interesting visit to Poland on the Friendship Exchange Program. DO NOT MISS THIS ONE.& BRING A GUEST.

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was canceled on June 10, Bev is an author, chaplain, and anti-bullying expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bullying from first-hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted

November 4  - "GETTING TO KNOW YOU PROGRAM". This time Greg Armstrong, Mike Wenkman and Rick Schaller will have 10 minutes each to give a short talk about themselves, their livelihood, their family and their hobbies. More "GETTING TO KNOW YOU" programs to follow.

November 11 - Lunch will be served at Lussier Community Center at 555 Gammon Rd., just north of Jefferson Middle School where Diana Shinall, executive director of the Lussier Building Complex, will be our orator. Lussier Community Center has been an organization supported since the beginning by both Madison West Rotary and Madison West Town Middleton Rotary. Over the last 8 years we have made annual contributions to the Buffet Scholars program and for the last 4 years have made contributions to the K-12 after school program. In addition, we have annually made contributions to the Food Pantry in both cash and donated food items. We also contributed to their start up radio station. Program by John Gerold. 

November 18 - Judy Reed and Jane Scharer, founders of the (Liberian Assistance Program) in 2008 and have been chair and vice chair for all these years. They have spoken to the Madison West Rotary a number of times will bring us up to date for our NEW Madison West Middleton Rotary Club which provides scholarships for girls at the Obama School in Liberia. Program by Peter Overton.

November 25 - No meeting Thanksgiving

December 2 - TBD

December 9- TBD

December 16 - After a career in medicine, Dr. David Lonsdorf decided to run for local office during the pandemic. He was elected to the Town Board of Verona and quickly found out that things weren't what he expected. We will find out what he didn't expect during his presentation. Program by Jack Ferreri

December 23 - No meeting Christmas

December 30 - New Years Eve weekend- no meeting

1. Full name as you would like it published
2. Years of Active Service (example 1959 -1962)
3. Branch of Service
4. Overseas Service years
5. Overseas Location
6. Honor Flight participant: Yes or No.

• Lunch out of Landfills Webinar - Part 1, Part 2
• Operation Pollination Webinar - Part 1, Part 2 
• Debris Tracker Webinar - Part 1, Part 2
• Check out (and join) the EDS Facebook Group for ideas and inspiration!

Picnic at the Pope Farm on September 9, 2022.   A wonderful program by UW Geologist/Professor Eric Carson. Eric spoke about the geological formation of the Pope Farm before and after glaciation. You could see it before your very eyes as you gazed out at Lake Mendota.    The program was brought to us by Jim Olmsted.

LAST WEEKS MEETING - September 16, 2022

Dr. John Barnes, who served as president of Avian Pathologists, spoke about the work repopulating the Northern Bob White Quail to area farmlands whose numbers have dwindled because of changes in agriculture practices. Program by Ed Fink.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing. Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it. She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK. Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities. There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was canceled on June 10, Bev is an author, chaplain, and anti-bullying expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bullying from first-hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted

LAST WEEKS MEETING - September 16, 2022

Dr. John Barnes, who served as president of Avian Pathologists, spoke about the work repopulating the Northern Bob White Quail to area farmlands whose numbers have dwindled because of changes in agriculture practices. Program by Ed Fink.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing. Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it. She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK. Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities. There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was canceled on June 10, Bev is an author, chaplain, and anti-bullying expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bullying from first-hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted

LAST WEEKS MEETING September 9, 2022

Picnic at the Pope Farm. UW Geologist/Professor Eric Carson (who has talked to us on numerous occasions and may become a member) spoke about the geological formation of the Pope Farm before and after glaciation.  Program by Jim Olmsted

This Week's Program:

September 16 - Dr. John Barnes, who served as president of Avian Pathologists, will speak about the work repopulating the Northern Bob White Quail to area farmlands whose numbers have dwindled because of changes in agriculture practices. Program by Ed Fink.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

September 23 - Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing. Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison.

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it. She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK. Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities. There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was canceled on June 10, Bev is an author, chaplain, and anti-bullying expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bullying from first-hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted

NO MEETING - NO PROGRAM LAST WEEK - September 2, 2022 Labor Day Weekend

This Week's Program:

September 9 - Picnic at the Pope Farm. Don't miss this wonderful program by UW Geologist/Professor Eric Carson (who has talked to us on numerous occasions and may become a member). Eric will talk about the geological formation of the Pope Farm before and after glaciation. You can see it before your very eyes as you gaze out at Lake Mendota. Program by Jim Olmsted

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

September 16 - Dr. John Barnes, who served as president of Avian Pathologists, will speak about the work repopulating the Northern Bob White Quail to area farmlands whose numbers have dwindled because of changes in agriculture practices. Program by Ed Fink.

September 23 - Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing. Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison.

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it. She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK. Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities. There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was cancelled on June10, Bev is an author, chaplain and anti-bulling expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bulling from first hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted

LAST WEEK'S MEETING

Madison native and world class bridge player, Glenna Shannahan, will discuss her craft and has taught on several cruise ships including the Crystal, Royal Canadian and Princess ships and played in ports of Greece, Turkey, England and Ireland. Locally she teaches at the bridge club of Madison. A player needs 500 points to become a master bridge player and usually takes 3 to 10 years to accomplish. Glenna has a whopping 7,000 points and is the only master teacher in Wisconsin. Program by Jim Olmsted (through Sharyn Alden).

September 2 - No meeting Labor Day Weekend 

September 9 - Picnic at the Pope Farm. Don't miss this wonderful program by UW Geologist/Professor Eric Carson (who has talked to us on numerous occasions and may become a member). Eric will talk about the geological formation of the Pope Farm before and after glaciation. You can see it before your very eyes as you gaze out at Lake Mendota. 
Program by Jim Olmsted

September 16 - Dr. John Barnes, who served as president of Avian Pathologists, will speak about the work repopulating the Northern Bob White Quail to area farmlands whose numbers have dwindled because of changes in agriculture practices. 

Program by Ed Fink.

September 23 - Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing.  Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison. 

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted 

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it.  She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK.  Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities.  There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. 
Program by Kathy Roberg. 

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg. 

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was cancelled on June10, Bev is an author, chaplain and anti-bulling expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bulling from first hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted 

Birthdays: 

August 23: Sein Morner

August 28: Andrew Seaborg

September 1: Barry Pace

September 2: Derek Moehring

September 6: Lynne Goldsmith

September 6: Michael Maas

Anniversaries: 

August 21: Rod Nilles, 57

August 23: Peder Moren, 19

August 26: John Olsen, 55

August 29: Svein Morner, 18

August 21: Derek Moehring, 36

September 6:  Jerry Smith

September 7: Ed Fink

September 15: Jack Ferreri

September 15 Steve Anune

Join Date: 

August 2o: James Greenwald, 36

August 28: Derek Moehring, 24

Last Week's Meeting: 

Our own Terry Siebert reported on the wonderful variety of Wisconsin dinner clubs that he and his wife Kathy have enjoyed. Program was brought to us by Ed Fink. 

August 26 - County Executive, Joe Parisi, will bring us up to date on county government affairs regarding, cleaning up lakes, climate action, harmful gases made into natural vehicle fuel, to "Suck the Muck" from the Yahara River and renewable energy programs. There will be time for questions and answers. Program by Jim Olmsted. 

September 2 - No meeting Labor Day Weekend 

September 9 - Picnic at the Pope Farm. Don't miss this wonderful program by UW Geologist/Professor Eric Carson (who has talked to us on numerous occasions and may become a member). Eric will talk about the geological formation of the Pope Farm before and after glaciation. You can see it before your very eyes as you gaze out at Lake Mendota. 
Program by Jim Olmsted

September 16 - Open

September 23 - Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing.  Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison. 

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted 

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it.  She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK.  Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities.  There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. 
Program by Kathy Roberg. 

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg. 

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was cancelled on June10, Bev is an author, chaplain and anti-bulling expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bulling from first hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted 

Birthdays: 

August 23: Sein Morner

August 28: Andrew Seaborg

September 1: Barry Pace

September 2: Derek Moehring

September 6: Lynne Goldsmith

September 6: Michael Maas

Anniversaries: 

August 21: Rod Nilles, 57

August 23: Peder Moren, 19

August 26: John Olsen, 55

August 29: Svein Morner, 18

August 21: Derek Moehring, 36

September 6:  Jerry Smith

September 7: Ed Fink

September 15: Jack Ferreri

September 15 Steve Anune

Join Date: 

August 2o: James Greenwald, 36

August 28: Derek Moehring, 24

Yes, we’re just 1 week away from Middleton’s Good Neighbor Fest.

Our bingo concession generates FUN, FELLOWSHIP & FUNDS! We have had a great initial sign up!

Just 3 slots left fill!

Your Rotary Club needs your help to make our fall fundraiser a success. Here is what we need: 

EMAIL debragdieter@gmail.com and I will sign you up. Let's go make some money!!

Last Week's Meeting: 

August 5, 2022, members of the Rotary Club of Madison West Middleton gathered at the Arboretum.   Our very own member (and previous Arboretum Director, Greg Armstrong) along with current director, Karen Oberhauser, conducted a short tour ending up at the oak Paul Harris planted on May 4, 1933.

August 12 - Our own Terry Siebert will report on the wonderful variety of Wisconsin dinner clubs that he and his wife Kathy have enjoyed. Program by Ed Fink. 

August 19 - Madison native and world class bridge player, Glenna Shannahan, will discuss her craft and has taught on several cruise ships including the Crystal, Royal Canadian and Princess ships and played in ports of Greece, Turkey, England and Ireland. Locally she teaches at the bridge club of Madison. A player needs 500 points to become a master bridge player and usually takes 3 to 10 years to accomplish. Glenna has a whopping 7,000 points and is the only master teacher in Wisconsin. Program by Jim Olmsted (through Sharyn Alden). 

August 26 - County Executive, Joe Parisi, will bring us up to date on county government affairs regarding, cleaning up lakes, climate action, harmful gases made into natural vehicle fuel, to "Suck the Muck" from the Yahara River and renewable energy programs. There will be time for questions and answers. Program by Jim Olmsted. 

September 2 - No meeting Labor Day Weekend 

September 9 - Picnic at the Pope Farm. Don't miss this wonderful program by UW Geologist/Professor Eric Carson (who has talked to us on numerous occasions and may become a member). Eric will talk about the geological formation of the Pope Farm before and after glaciation. You can see it before your very eyes as you gaze out at Lake Mendota. 
Program by Jim Olmsted

September 16 - Open

September 23 - Though now largely forgotten, UW-Madison chef Carson Gulley was a celebrated figure for his groundbreaking efforts crossing racial barriers as a culinary instructor, radio and television celebrity chef and as a pioneer in the local struggle for equal housing.  Gulley used his fame to engage in a series of efforts to achieve equal standing in Madison and the state. The story of his life provides examples of the persistent practice of segregation and exclusion that African Americans actively experienced in Wisconsin. His is an important part of the still untold story about African Americans in Madison. 

September 30 - Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations and reference to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Program by Jim Olmsted 

October 7 - "Hearing Loss- The Silent Epidemic" Monique Hammond, a hospital pharmacist who lost her hearing in her left ear, wrote a book called "What Did You Say?" will discuss various aspects of hearing and the stresses that hearing loss creates. She also discusses on how to prevent hearing loss and better ways to cope with it.  She has spoken to over 240 Rotary Clubs and had 130 Zoom calls to clubs in the US, Canada, Australia, Scotland and the UK.  Many of us in our Rotary Club have hearing disabilities.  There will be time for lots of questions and good discussion. 
Program by Kathy Roberg. 

October 14 - Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand-new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg. 

October 21 - President's discretion

October 28 - Bev Davis will attempt to present her program again which was cancelled on June10, Bev is an author, chaplain and anti-bulling expert has degrees in Master Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary and is a certified Dementia Practitioner. She has spoken to audiences throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest about anti-bulling from first hand experience being bullied as a young person growing up in Chicago. Program by Jim Olmsted 

Birthdays: 

August 08: Rod Nilles 

August 08: William Zarnstorff 

August 15: Aaron Kiefert

August 23: Sein Morner

August 28: Andrew Seaborg

Anniversaries: 

August 06: Nancy Comello, 45 years

August 10: Jerry McAdow, 13

August 12: Bill Mowbray, 44

August 12: Stuart Herro, 48

August 12: Jeannine Desautels, 61

August 21: Rod Nilles, 57

August 23: Peder Moren, 19

August 26: John Olsen, 55

August 29: Svein Morner, 18

August 21: Derek Moehring, 36

Join Date: 

August 1: William Zarnstorff, 32

August 1: Mary Feldt, 35

August 1: Joe Valenta, 47

August 2o: James Greenwald, 36

August 28: Derek Moehring, 24

Our new website address is: https://madisonwestmidrotary.org/ 

Our new Facebook Group page is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/103395250938

For many years, the Madison West Towne – Middleton Rotary Club held an ongoing fundraiser called “McAdow Miles”, designed around Charter Member Jerry McAdow’s love for biking. In recent years it has evolved into “Team McAdow” to include participation by others who enjoy biking in a group. 

We try to schedule a group ride each Saturday morning, starting in March and continuing into November, as the weather permits. Our bike rides are typically 10-to-18-mile loop rides (versus out-and-back), on off-road bike trails (as much as possible) with interesting sites, away from noisy highways, and sometimes include coffee shop or bakery stops, preferably with outdoor seating. Madison and Dane County offer a great variety of bike routes. 

Now, with our expanded membership, we would like more members to join our group rides. We welcome other family members and friends to participate. This year, a number of riders are using their E-bikes. 

The fundraiser aspect of Team McAdow is very low-key. We haven’t been asking for per-mile pledges, but we encourage our riders, other Club members and non-Rotarians to make annual contributions to this event. We will provide additional information in the coming weeks. Perhaps more than anything, Team McAdow provides an opportunity for us to spend time together doing what we enjoy – camaraderie, exercise and fun! 

If you would like to join us, or for more information, please email or call John Olsen, johno.olsen@gmail.com, 608-220-2826. We try to email a ride plan to our riders on Thursday or Friday each week. 

We will meet at 9:00 am in the parking lot in East Verona where East Verona Avenue intersects with Hwy PB (southwest quadrant - enter off PB). We’ll make a clockwise loop around Verona, starting west on the Military Ridge Trail, past Verona Beach, Verona High School and Epic, back east along PD, north along M, and back on the Ice Age Junction Trail. Most of this ride will be on off-road bike paths. There will be a couple hills to make it interesting, but we will have a nice long downhill glide at the end. The total distance should be about 12 miles. 

Both have been going for several years and are an enjoyable way to get to know members and share opinions on what you’ve read. We meet evenings, and we share food. To find out more about either of these clubs,

contact Jeannine Desautels (jeanninembd@gmail.com) or

Deb Dieter (debragdieter@gmail.com)

Yes, we’re just weeks away from Middleton’s Good Neighbor Fest. Our bingo concession generates FUN, FELLOWSHIP & FUNDS! We have had a great initial sign up and have many spots filled already. 

Your Rotary Club needs your help to make our fall fundraiser a success. We NEED volunteers, ask your friends, neighbors, spouse and kids to see if they can help us run this event. We are in trouble with volunteers on Saturday night and Sunday. Here is what we need: 

EMAIL debragdieter@gmail.com and I will sign you up. Let's go make some money!!

LAST WEEKS MEETING:

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM: 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

August 5: We will meet at the Arboretum near the visitors center for lunch. Our very own member (and previous Arboretum Director, Greg Armstrong) along with current director, Karen Oberhauser, will conduct a short tour ending up where Paul Harris planted an oak tree in 1933. Don't miss this one. Program by Kathy Roberg.

August 12: Our own Terry Siebert will report on the wonderful variety of Wisconsin dinner clubs that he and his wife Kathy have enjoyed. Program by Ed Fink.

August 19: Madison native and world-class bridge player, Glenna Shannahan, will discuss her craft and has taught on several cruise ships including the Crystal, Royal Canadian, and Princess ships, and played in ports of Greece, Turkey, England, and Ireland. Locally she teaches at the bridge club of Madison. A player needs 500 points to become a master bridge player and usually takes 3 to 10 years to accomplish. Glenna has a whopping 7,000 points and is the only master's teacher in Wisconsin. Program by Jim Olmsted (through Sharyn Alden).

August 26: County Executive, Joe Parisi, will bring us up to date on county government affairs regarding, cleaning up lakes, climate action, and harmful gases made into natural vehicle fuel, "Suck the Muck" from the Yahara River, and renewable energy programs. There will be time for questions and answers. Program by Jim Olmsted.

September 2: No meeting - Labor Day Weekend

September 9: Open

September 16: Open

September 23: President's discretion

September 30: Lori Bessler of the Wisconsin Historical Society will talk about the top 5 genealogical collections in the United States and Canada. The staff brings together Services that include workshops, consultations, and references to assist researchers of all levels. Lori, Reference Librarian, will present information on the basics of genealogical research and highlight the amazing collection you will find at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Don't miss this one, bring a guest. Program by Jim Olmsted

October 7: Open

October 14: Our own Dana Monogue, Superintendent of the Middleton School System will discuss the upcoming referendum. This will be an on-site luncheon at the brand new Pope Elementary School, next door to the Pope Farm where we often picnic. Program by Kathy Roberg.

October 21: President's discretion

Birthdays: 

Jul 17: Kitty Tyson 

Jul 31: Bill Mowbray 

Aug 02: Jerry McAdow 

Aug 04: Mary Beth Growney-Selene 

Aug 05: William Adams 

Aug 08: Rod Nilles 

Aug 08: William Zarnstorff 

Anniversaries: 

Aug 06: Nancy Comello, 45 years 

Join Date: 

Jul 28: Jeannine Desautels, 20 years 

Jul 31: Corday Feith, 17 years 

Aug 01: Carl Bolstad, 29 years 

Aug 01: Mary Feldt, 35 years 

Aug 01: Joe Valenta, 47 years 

Aug 01: William Zarnstorff, 32 years

Yes, we’ll be hosting bingo at this year’s Middleton Good Neighbor Fest.  What a great way to build goodwill, promote our club, reach potential members, share our good works, enjoy fellowship and make a few bucks in the process.  Our success depends upon our members joining in the fun.  The festival will be held August 26-28, 2022 at Firemen’s Park, 7400 Lee Street, Middleton, Wisconsin, next to Middleton High School.   

Please mark you calendars and get ready to volunteer. Questions about volunteering contact Deb Dieter debragdieter@gmail.com

LAST WEEKS MEETING:

July 15 - NO MEETING - Recovery after the 50th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton celebration Wednesday, July 13, 2022

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM: 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
 
July 29 - Mary Feldt Program: Dr. Topic: LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE AND TRAINING. Dr. Howard Ketover of Irongate Equine Veterinary will discuss rescue ad training of police and other responders horses. 
 
August 5 - Madison West Middleton meeting will be held at the Arboretum - at noon.  Lunch will be available.  Info and short tour will be included in this Outing and Social event.Speaker Greg Armstrong (our member - former Arboretum Director ) and Karen Oberhauser (current Director) Intro and (Greg Said)

August 12 - Our own Terry Siebert will report on the wonderful variety of Wisconsin dinner clubs that he and his wife Kathy have enjoyed. Program by Ed Fink.
 
August 19 - President's discretion
 
August 26 - County Executive, Joe Parisi, will bring us up to date on county government affairs regarding, cleaning up lakes, climate action, harmful greenhouse gases made into natural vehicle fuel, to "Suck the Muck" from the Yahara River and renewable energy programs. There will be time for question and answers. 

Birthdays:

July 31: Bill Mowbray

Jerry McAdow: August 2

Mary beth Growney Selene: August 4

Rod Nilles: August 8

Anniversaries:

July 7: Deb Dieter, 43 years

August 6: Nancy Comello, 45 years

August 10: Jerry McAdow, 13 years

LAST WEEKS MEETING:

July 8 - Introduction and short bios of  "New" members of Madison West and our own new members. ALLLL the folks present virtual and room  

• introduceD themselves
• their classification
• when they joined Rotary
• why they joined Rotary
• why they still belong to Rotary
• and/or their fondest experience in Rotary 

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM: 

July 15 - NO MEETING - Recovery after the 50th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton celebration Wednesday, July 13, 2022

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

July 22 - History of the club, accomplishments and goals from the merger.
 
July 29 - Mary Feldt Program: Dr. Topic: LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE AND TRAINING. Dr. Howard Ketover of Irongate Equine Veterinary will discuss rescue ad training of police and other responders horses. 
 
August 5 - Madison West Middleton meeting will be held at the Arboretum - at noon.  Lunch will be available.  Info and short tour will be included in this Outing and Social event.Speaker Greg Armstrong (our member - former Arboretum Director ) and Karen Oberhauser (current Director) Intro and (Greg Said)

August 12 - Our own Terry Siebert will report on the wonderful variety of Wisconsin dinner clubs that he and his wife Kathy have enjoyed. Program by Ed Fink.
 
August 19 - President's discretion
 
August 26 - County Executive, Joe Parisi, will bring us up to date on county government affairs regarding, cleaning up lakes, climate action, harmful greenhouse gases made into natural vehicle fuel, to "Suck the Muck" from the Yahara River and renewable energy programs. There will be time for question and answers. 

Birthdays:

July 5: Patric Rees

July 31: Bill Mowbray

Anniversaries:

July 7: Deb Dieter, 43 years

Join Date:

July 1: Bill Hinckley, 55 years

July 28: Jeannine Desautels, 22 years

LAST WEEK'S PROGRAM:

June 24, 2022 - Changing of the Guard & Madison West Rotary merger. We are now called (MWM) Madison West Middleton Rotary.
	Peter Overton presents a Paul Harris gavel to the incoming president of the now called (MWM) Madison West Middleton Rotary Club, Kathy Roberg at the June 24, 2022 meeting.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM: UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

July 1 - NO MEETING - Independence Day weekend

July 8 - Introduction and short bios of  "New" members of Madison West and our own new members. ALLLL the folks present virtual and room will 

• introduce themselves
• their classification
• when they joined Rotary
• why they joined Rotary
• why they still belong to Rotary
• and/or their fondest experience in Rotary 

July 15 - NO MEETING - 50th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton celebration Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Birthdays:

June 22: Connie Fish

June 28: Kevin Hayden

July 5: Patric Rees

July 31: Bill Mowbray

Anniversaries:

June 22: Mary Feldt, 48 years

July 7: Deb Dieter, 43 years

Join Date:

June 29: Jim Olmsted, 15 years

July 1: Bill Hinckley, 55 years

July 28: Jeannine Desautels, 22 years

LAST WEEK'S PROGRAM:

Mary Van Hout introduced Bill Tobin who is a representative of Shelter Box USA. Bill brought us up to date on the issues concerning Shelter Box.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

June 17 - NO MEETING THIS WEEK - Preparing for Annual Golf Outing on Monday, June 20, 2022.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

June 20 - Annual Golf Outing

June 24 - Changing of the Guard & Madison West Rotary merger. We are now called (MWM) Madison West Middleton Rotary.

July 1 - NO MEETING - Independence Day weekend

July 8 - Introduction and short bios of  "New" members of Madison West and our own new members.

July 15 - NO MEETING - 50th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton celebration Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Birthdays:

June 7: Kathy Robert

June 9: Bill Hinckley

June 11: Greg Blum

June 19: Abby Bonbon

June 20: Leo Edelstein

June 22: Connie Fish

June 28: Kevin Hayden

Anniversaries:

June 10: Kevin Moran, 35 years

June 13: Connie Fish, 2 years

June 22: Mary Feldt, 48 years

Join Date:

June 1: Bill Mowbray, 32 years

June 1: Leo Edelstein, 19 years

June 29: Jim Olmsted, 15 years

LAST WEEK'S PROGRAM:

Leanne Lippincot-Wuerthele discussed her new book based on her true story "Surviving Life's Storms" where she lost her husband in an airplane crash, then found out she had breast cancer that spread to her lymph nodes and had to have a double mastectomy then followed by the news that she had a brain aneurism and had extensive brain surgery.    We learned what Leanne did to survive these horrible storms by "Humor and Healing". Bret Favre encouraged her to write this book. It helped him too.   Program was made possible by Jim Olmsted.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

June 10 - Mary Van Hout will introduce Bill Tobin who is a representative of ShelterBox USA. Bill will do a zoom meeting and bring us up to date on the issues concerning Shelter Box.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

June 20 - Annual Golf Outing

June 24 - Changing of the Guard. 

July 8 - Bev Davis is an author, chaplain, and anti-bullying expert and has been affiliated with Meriter Hospital in Madison as well as hospice and hospital centers in Door County and other areas in Wisconsin. Program by Sharon Alden Downtown Rotary. 

Birthdays:

June 5: Ed Fink

June 6: Kevin Moran

June 9: Bill Hinckley

June 11: Greg Blum

Anniversaries:

June 10: Kevin Moran, 35 years

June 13: Connie Fish, 2 years

June 22: Mary Feldt, 48 years

Join Date:

June 1: Bill Mowbray, 32 years

June 1: Leo Edelstein, 19 years

June 29: Jim Olmsted, 15 years

LAST WEEK'S PROGRAM:

NO MEETING LAST WEEK - Memorial Day weekend.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

Jun 03 - Leanne Lippincot-Wuerthele will discuss her new book based on her true story "Surviving Life's Storms" where she lost her husband in an airplane crash, then found out she had breast cancer that spread to her lymph nodes and had to have a double mastectomy then followed by the news that she had a brain aneurism and had extensive brain surgery. Learn what Leanne did to survive these horrible storms by "Humor and Healing". Bret Favre encouraged her to write this book. It helped him too. By Jim Olmsted

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

June 10 - Mary Van Hout will introduce Bill Tobin who is a representative of ShelterBox USA. Bill will do a zoom meeting and bring us up to date on the issues concerning Shelter Box.

June 20 - Annual Golf Outing

June 24 - Changing of the Guard.  

Birthdays:

June 3: Terry Siebert

June 5: Ed Fink

June 6: Kevin Moran

Anniversaries:

June 10: Kevin Moran, 35 years

June 13: Connie Fish, 2 years

Join Date:

June 1: Bill Mowbray, 32 years

June 1: Leo Edelstein, 19 years

With the exception of two pandemic years, Madison West Towne-Middleton Rotary has been highly involved in RYLA – Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.  The leadership training program for high school sophomores is designed to build future leaders.  For 2022, we are providing scholarships for five students to attend RYLA. 

We again provided lunch for the students and leaders on Saturday, May 21, 2022.  It was a big effort to coordinate and implement the planning, shopping, preparing, and serving to approximately 150 people in three waves.  
 

Check out this video of Rotary District 6250 RYLA - 2019.t

Questions?  Contact Mary Van Hout at 608 575 7566, maryevanhout@gmail.com 

PROGRAM THE WEEK BEFORE LAST

May 13 - Entrepreneur, Jay Goninen, will discuss the nationwide shortage of technicians and schools in the automotive, diesel, and collision businesses. His technical school called called "WrenchWay" and is located in Mt. Horeb. An article about Jay was recently published in "In Business Magazine" called "40 Under 40" and is geared for upcoming business people. Program by Ed Fink

LAST WEEK'S PROGRAM:

May 20 - Co-owner and Verona H.S. baseball coach, Brad D'Orazio bought the last of the blacksmith shops in Verona from Ruth Domack and converted it into a one-of-a-kind wooden baseball bat company called DINGBAT. They are sold at the Madison Mallards games and used in numerous home talent leagues. Brad has a law degree and when he's not making bats or coaching baseball he and his wife co-own "Marriage & Family Solutions. He also has a B. A, in Psychology and a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Don't miss this absolutely unique program.  Arranged by Jim Olmsted and Ed Fink.

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

NO MEETING TODAY - Memorial Day weekend.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

Jun 03 - Leanne Lippincot-Wuerthele will discuss her new book based on her true story "Surviving Life's Storms" where she lost her husband in an airplane crash, then found out she had breast cancer that spread to her lymph nodes and had to have a double mastectomy then followed by the news that she had a brain aneurism and had extensive brain surgery. Learn what Leanne did to survive these horrible storms by "Humor and Healing". Bret Favre encouraged her to write this book. It helped him too. By Jim Olmsted

June 24 - Changing of the Guard.  

Birthdays:

June 3: Terry Siebert

June 5: Ed Fink

June 6: Kevin Moran

Anniversaries:

June 10: Kevin Moran, 35 years

Join Date:

June 1: Bill Mowbray, 32 years

June 1: Leo Edelstein, 19 years

LAST WEEK'S PROGRAM:

April 29 - Committee Meetings - Program by Kathy Roberg

THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM:

4,000-mile Odyssey to Florida and Back - Our own Jack and Judy Ferrari will present their 4,000-mile odyssey to Florida and back through the Appalachian Mountains.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:

May 13 - Entrepreneur, Jay Goninen, will discuss the nationwide shortage of technicians and schools in the automotive, diesel, and collision businesses. His technical school called called "WrenchWay" and is located in Mt. Horeb. An article about Jay was recently published in "In Business Magazine" called "40 Under 40" and is geared for upcoming business people. Program by Ed Fink. 

May 20 - Co-owner and Verona H.S. baseball coach, Brad D'Orazio bought the last of the blacksmith shops in Verona from Ruth Domack and converted it into a one-of-a-kind wooden baseball bat company called DINGBAT. They are sold at the Madison Mallards games and used in numerous home talent leagues. Brad has a law degree and when he's not making bats or coaching baseball he and his wife co-own "Marriage & Family Solutions. He also has a B. A, in Psychology and a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Don't miss this absolutely unique program.  Arranged by Jim Olmsted and Ed Fink.

May 27 - No meeting, Memorial Day weekend.

Jun 03 - Leanne Lippincot-Wuerthele will discuss her new book based on her true story "Surviving Life's Storms" where she lost her husband in an airplane crash, then found out she had breast cancer that spread to her lymph nodes and had to have a double mastectomy then followed by the news that she had a brain aneurism and had extensive brain surgery. Learn what Leanne did to survive these horrible storms by "Humor and Healing". Bret Favre encouraged her to write this book. It helped him too. By Jim Olmsted

Birthdays:

May 1: Cory Recknor

May 12: Mick Faulhaber

May 16: John Olsen

May 19: Jim Emerick

Anniversaries:

May 2: Matt Loch, 35 years

May 5: Mick Faulhaber, 49 years

May 6: Leo Edelstein, 43 years

Join Date:

April 25: Greg Blum, 19 years

May 3: Roxanne Brazeau, 20 years

May 8: Dawn Frank, 7 year

Kathy Kroberg, President-elect, introduced the scholarship recipients at the April 8th meeting.
Tisha Butler	Brandice Hatcher	Niki Cooper

The Madison West Town-Middleton Rotary club is partnering with the Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness (ffbww.org) to pay the tuition for three women to enroll and complete the AHEC (WI Based Area Health Education Center) CHW Training. 

The Cost is $2500 per enrollee, and we wish to support 3 enrollees.  

Additional relevant background and details of the project.

PROJECT:  The three women have already been hired as full-time employees (with benefits) by the FFBWW as of January 2022.  The AHEC CHW training program is recognized by the Department of Workforce Development, which when/if reimbursement for CHWs happens, they will have the "correct" certification for Medicaid reimbursement.  The need for CHW in the Madison area has been well documented by the FFBWW in the needs assessment published report SAVING OUR BABIES. (https://www.ffbww.org/saving-our-babies#Download-Report) and a subsequently published policy blueprint for Black Women’s Health in Dane County (which they describe as “Nine years of listening to Black women and engaging them as thought leaders, co-creators, experts and partners in shaping the priorities, work, and broad agenda of our organization).                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

This 7-week course includes a syllabus, books, materials and online education. Ongoing support to the individual CHW trainees is also provided for one year following the 7-week course by AHEC. This training program is designed to provide the core competencies needed for work in community-based and inpatient settings.                

These employees will be supervised by a recently hired Director of Community Health Initiatives who previously served with the Dane County United Way. (Gabe Doyle).                                                           

A Community Health Worker is an individual who contributes to improved health outcomes in the community where they reside and/or share ethnicity, language and life experiences.  They proactively serve as a liaison between communities and healthcare agencies, provide guidance and social assistance to community residents, advocate for individuals and community health, provide referrals and follow-up services for care and so much more.                                                                                                 

Throughout the past year, the MWT-M Rotary has conducted many meetings, speaking and collaborative sessions to discover ways in which we can support the FFBWW in their work.  Although the CHW Training for certification is a proscribed 7-week process, Rotarians will provide additional education (monthly)  throughout their first year of work for FFBWW.  This will include such topics as financial thriving, End of Life Care, Death Doula work, Health care system navigation and linking with educational and governmental systems.  This training will include at least 5-10 Rotarians providing the instruction.  

The three scholarship persons are already employed by the FFBWW and have been funded for two years under a current grant.  There is a Director of Community Health Initiatives (Gabe Doyle) who will serve as their supervisor.             

MWT-M Rotary, as indicated, has sought to work with the FFBWW in allyship in addressing the critical problem of Black Women and Family Wellness in Dane County.  This partnership will continue beyond these scholarships.   

 This is an inaugural effort of hiring outreach Community Health Workers – serving a previously unmet need as documented by the needs assessment cited above.

Completion of a recognized certification training for CHW and establishing credentials for reimbursement of their work from Medicaid/Medicare.  The AHEC CHW training program is recognized by the Department of Workforce Development, which when/if reimbursement for CHWs happens, they will have the "correct" certification for Medicaid reimbursement.