District 6250       Club 2690 
June 1, 1919
 
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LaCrosse

Be The Inspiration

Thursday - 11:30 Buffet - 12:00 Meeting
at the Radisson Center
200 Jay Street
Parking Radisson Hotel
LaCrosse, WI  54601
United States
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
 
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:  20 September 2018
 
Who knew?  I did and I hope you did too, but just in case you have been missing it, our very own District Governor Bill Hoel writes a message every month to our District 6250.  As I attempt to bring discussions and topics to the club on a weekly basis, my overall goal is to help you learn more about Rotary and hopefully discover something new.  Therefore, my message this week is quite simple.  Please read the Monthly Newsletter of Rotary District 6250.  Here is the link.  http://www.rotary6250.org/currentnewsletter.  You will learn something new.  If you are not receiving this newsletter directly, I can certainly help to get you signed up to receive this directly into your email.
 
In order to reinforce the greatness of our District 6250 newsletter, here is a blast from the past.  This video link was produced by Dave Warren, our District Governor from 2014-15.  He produced a video each month.  Don’t skip the middle two minutes, which are pure entertainment and prove Rotarians are fun.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=28&v=HoxJklCGiIE
 
Have you wondered why we celebrate Oktoberfest?  Here is a video that runs just under three minutes which provides a history on the very first celebration of Oktoberfest in 1810 held in Munich, Germany. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCaycXGkqeA
 
As a reminder, one of the reasons that I am including these video links is that if you happen to be sitting with a table of Rotarians that you don’t know, but you have all watched the video, then the table will have a common experience with which someone can utilize to start a conversation.  Second, these videos can be interesting, educational, funny, and/or address many topics and issues that are relevant to our lives.
 
 
PRESIDENTIAL CITATION
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CLUB ON RECEIVING THE
2017-18 PRESIDENTIAL CITATION
 
We have received the Presidential Citation two years in a row!  Clubs that are strong and making a positive difference in our communities achieve goals related to Rotary's three strategic priorities: to support and strengthen clubs, focus and increase humanitarian service and enhance Rotary's public image and awareness.  Last year's Rotary Citation recognized clubs that completed activities that support these priorities.   Presidential Theme and Citation for 2017-18 - goals that we achieved.
 
We began a new year, July 1, 2018 and we will work towards achieving the Presidential Citation for 2018-19.   Be The Inspiration Presidential Theme and Citation for 2018-19 - goals.
 
 
 
 
FLOOD RELIEF CONTACTS
 
HOW TO GET HELP: If you have flood/rain damage or know somebody who does, please have them contact one of these area Rotary clubs immediately. We want to be as efficient and quick as we can be in getting financial help to where it is supposed to go. Thanks.  Also report your damage to 211 because if damage isn't reported the government won't know and the help funding will be less for the budget for the area.
 
HOW TO GET HELP: Proceeds from the Fight the Flood effort will be distributed through the Rotary Works Foundation, and flooding victims can apply for funding through their local Rotary Clubs. Here is the contact information for clubs in the western Wisconsin counties hit hard by flooding:
 
VERNON COUNTY: 608-619-0011; myhrefos.chel@gmail.com
 
CRAWFORD COUNTY: 608-412-3110; char@crawfordcountytitle.com
 
MONROE COUNTY: 608-633-0627; tpolkoski@florstar.com
 
RICHLAND COUNTY: 847-274-9063; geneschiesser85@gmail.com
 
 
If you would still like to make a donation....mail your check to
Rotary Works Foundation- Flood Relief
PO Box 1571,
La Crosse WI  54602-1571
 
 
 
 
ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE OUTBOUND OPPORTUNITY

Rotary Youth Exchange A Step Toward World UndersRYE-2c-ctanding. The La Crosse area Rotary Clubs are looking for students who are interested in a unique experience of attending high school while living in another Rotary International country.  Rotary International has a program which annually involves over 10,000 high school students living nearly a year in another country.  Candidates must be sophomores to seniors in high school at the time of application and 16-18 1/2 years old when they leave for their assigned country.  Applicants must rank in the upper half of their class.

How to apply.  If you know of someone that is interested in this program for the 2019-20 school year, simply have them complete and return the application.  Click here for application and more information. An informational meeting will be September 19, 2018, 6:30 pm at the Children's Museum, 207 5th Avenue, La Crosse.  Preliminary application due, September 19, 2018.  Local interviews will be October 1, 2018 and final application due October 24, 2018.  District interviews will be held on November 4, 2018 in Baraboo.

 

ONE ROTARY SUMMIT
 
 
Attention All Enthusiastic Rotarians...One Rotary Summit will be coming to La Crosse on Thursday, October 11th.  Why attend?  A much-used description of Rotary these days is “Join Leaders, Exchange Ideas, Take Action”.  Well, this is a chance to help lead your club in some fashion, by joining leaders, hearing ideas from other clubs, and taking them back to your own club.  In the process, you may well help another Rotary club by explaining how your club does something that they find interesting.  In short, this is not a chance to sit on your rear and listen to speaker after speaker.  It’s a chance to talk with others in a structured session, and then rotate to two more similar sessions with different people.  At the end of the session, we will have about a half hour to “shop” as you review many ideas from other tables you might not have heard, but you can read them off posters, and if necessary get a quick explanation, and take them back to your club.    Register today! 
 
October 11, 2018 - LaCrosse
Time 5:00 - 8:00 pm
La Crosse Public Library, lower level auditorium
800 Main Street, La Crosse WI
Parking in lot on south side of library
Rotary Contact for Event: Assistant DG Patt Boge
 
No Fee - Registration Deadline September 29th
 
 
 
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2019
The Rotary International Convention is scheduled for June 1-5, 2019 in Hamburg, Germany.  
Registration and convention housing materials are available at Rotary.org.
 
If you are considering attending it is recommended that you get registered and book your accommodations while in Hamburg.  The tour elements will be inclusive of travel and hotels while on those tours.  Club members who attended the Toronto convention, the Restels, Hoels, Dickinsons, Tami Woods and Roz Schnick would be more than happy to answer any questions you might have.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ROTARY 2018-19
 
District 6250 2018-19
District Governor Bill Hoel
 
Congrats to Rotarian Bill Hoel our new 2018-19 District Governor.  Click here to view his bio on the District 6250 web site.  Our District Web Site has a lot of information to keep you in the loop of what is happening in our District. 
 
District 6250 2018-19
Assistant Governor Patt Boge
 
Rotarian Patt Boge is one of the District 6250 Assistant Governors. She will oversee Group 3 in our District that includes the following Rotary Clubs: La Crosse Valley View, Holmen, Onalaska, Onalaska Hilltoppers and Sparta.
 
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Rotary International 2018-19
President Barry Rassin
 
Rotary International President Barry Rassin's theme this year is BE THE INSPIRATION.  "We need to focus on larger projects that have a more lasting impact, taking the time to research and plan work that spans Rotary years and terms of office.  Most important of all, we need to BE THE INSPIRATION for positive change, inspiring our clubs, and communities, and our organization to face today's challenges head on, with courage, optimism, and creativity.
 
 
 
 
 
UPDATE ON OUR INDIA PROJECT
 
Thank you to all who contributed to our India Project
We received the following email and thank you video on September 19, 2018
 
We have completed and handed over the facility to the beneficiary families in a simple function attended by local officials. We have also provided training for the people on how to maintain hygiene and toilet maintenance.   Satheeshkumar.P
 
 
 
 
 
Dear Sondra,
We are happy to inform you and members of your club and district the formal opening of our project GG1759519 at Pattamadai village on 17/06/18. 
The district governor of our rotary district 3212 will be the chief guest. As informed to you we have started construction early in order to complete the project before this term ends. We have completed construction of 10 toilets and for the balance 26, construction is progressing. We plan to complete the whole project by end of July 18.  We would love to have you amidst us when we open the facility in part to the beneficiaries. I’ll update you when the project complete in full shape.
A formal invitation is attached. Please inform all concerned in your club and district.   Our special thanks to all Rotarians of lacrosse Valley view and downtown clubs and district officials of 6250.
 
Best regards 
P. Satheesh kumar
 
 
 
 
 
ROTARIANS OF THE YEAR 2017-18

Rotarians of the Year

We had a number of great nominations for Rotarian of the Year this year.  The Board selected Steve Lindeman and Steve O'Malley for this honor.

 

Steve Lindeman
 

Nominations stated....Steve has worked to improve the experience of our military members as they process through the La Crosse airport. He has worked with the USO to determine needs, helped raise funds including a Rotary Works and District Grants.  He is establishing a group of volunteers who undergo training to staff the USO. Because of Steve's work, the members of our military will have a more enjoyable experience as they process through La Crosse via the airport.  He he is currently a member of our Board of Directors, chaired our Rotary Lights Float Committee and is an active member of the Kids Coulee crew and chef for Kids Coulee.  He is a great asset to Rotary.

 

Steve O'Malley
 

Nominations stated...Steve spearheaded our Rotary Habitat Project.  Rotarians worked together to complete one of three units in a new triplex. He applied for a grant through Rotary Works and District 6250 and raised $60,000 for the project.  He organized Rotary work days and visited other clubs to promote the fundraiser. He is a leader in Rotary and our community. He embodies the Four Way Test in his professional and personal life.  This year he exceeded the $400,000 mark riding in his 20th annual Habitat 500 (500 mile, 7 day ride).    He helped lead the Humanitarian Committee Comfort Drive collecting 400 sweatshirts and 700 pairs of socks for the Catholic Charities Warming Center.  As the La Crosse County Administrator, Steve leads by example a work force of over 1,300 public servants providing outstanding services to the residents of our county.

 
Our Rotarians of the Year will be recognized at our "changing of the guard" meeting on Thursday, June 28th and the Avenues of Service Dinner on Tuesday, August 14th.
 
 
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS

Rotary Fellowships are independent, social groups
that share a common passion.
Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to
make friends around the world.

How do I join a fellowship?

Fellowships are open to Rotarians, family members, and program participants and alumni. You can contact a fellowship directly by using the information listed in the Rotary Fellowships directory. Or search our discussion groups to find Rotary and Rotaract members with similar interests.

Rotary Fellowships empower their members to pursue their passions and connect with new friends in Rotary from all over the world. They unite members who share a particular vocation or have mutual interests in the same field.

 

Rotarian Jack Haase is a member of the International Fellowship of Rotarian Scuba Divers....see their Facebook Page.  Photo below is a gathering they had at Little Cayman Island.

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TREE PLANTING AND SOCIAL
 
Thank you to all the volunteers that helped plant 300 trees at Camp Decorah last Saturday morning. Tree Planting,  lunch and social were enjoyed by all.  We had archery, paint ball, zipline, climbing tower, kayaking, canoeing and fishing.  A special thanks to Sean and Maudra Henneman and COMPANY.  They catered our meal and organized the activities for the day.
 
 
More photos will be added next week.  If you personally planted trees, please send us your photos...with you, your family and the trees.
 
Thanks to Sean Henneman!
 
 
 
 
THE BRAIN GAME BOOK
Posted on Jul 03, 2017
The Brain Game Board of Directors has exciting news!  They are launching an eBook version of The Brain Game at our Rotary International Booth in Atlanta!  They are also very close to having Amazon publish, store and distribute the hard hardcover English version and BuildFire to host the mobile app.  Kuddos to all involved in creating these exciting changes to The Brain Game.
 
The Brain Game is a book enhancing children's brain development, written and recommended by early childhood professionals. This resource was developed through the leadership of the Rotary Club of La Crosse and as part of this Rotary project given to parents of newborns at both local hospitals.  The books are also available in Spanish.
 
Reminder if you are traveling and visiting other Rotary Clubs....please make sure and pick up a banner and Brain Game Book to present. Great way to promote the Brain Game Project.
 
If you have any questions on the Brain Game Project, you can contact Jeanne Meyer, Administrator at 608-304-2971 or visit their web site.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CLUB RUNNER MOBILE APP
ClubRunner Mobile App is now available for download!  The ClubRunner Mobile App is your key to connect to your ClubRunner website on the go! Completely, free to download and use, this app will let you access the key info you need while you're on the go. Password protected just like your website, the ClubRunner Mobile app is comprised of 3 main modules.You now will have the ability to view your member directory, view the articles posted to your website and locate the nearest club right from your iPhone or iPod, bringing you even closer to being able to connect, collaborate and communicate! 
 
To download the app from the Apple App Store or from Google Play, simply type in 'ClubRunner' in the search bar. Our mobile app is compatible with all versions of the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch sets that have iOS 3.1 or later and with versions of Anrdoids that are 2.3.3 or better.
 
Click here for more information. Note the app is the one that has a blue background and has CR on it. It will give you easy access to all our member's contact information.
 
 
 
 
 
 
PROGRAM CHAIRS
Posted on May 16, 2016

PROGRAM CHAIRS FOR THE UPCOMING ROTARY YEAR....  Our monthly program chairs will work with the Program Committee and be a host to our speakers each week.  You will be responsible for recruiting all the volunteer helpers for the meetings during your month.

If you would like to volunteer to do Rotarians in the News, be a greeter or raffle ticket seller, or announce guests, you can email the Monthly Program Chair. Link to Program Chairs.

 


 

 
Contact Info

 

Rotary Club of La Crosse
P.O. Box 1914, La Crosse, WI  54602-1914
608-526-4491 (Phone and Fax)
rotarylax@charter.net
Lyn Sheffer, Administrator

 

The La Crosse Brain Game
P.O. Box 384
La Crosse, WI 54602-0384
608-799-7974
info@rotarybraingame.org
Jeanne Meyer, Administrator
 

Rotary Works Foundation
P.O. Box 1571, La Crosse, WI  54602-1571
608-886-9793
rotaryworksfoundation@gmail.com
www.rotaryworksfoundation.org
Scott Herdeman,  Administrator

 
Rotary Club of La Crosse-After Hours
P.O. Box 1622
La Crosse, WI  54602-1622 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
TREE PLANTING PROJECT
 
LOGGERS FELLOWSHIP 2018
 
iFeed
 
District Governor Bill Hoel's Welcoming Party
 
Speakers
Chuck Hanson & Lee Rasch
Sep 27, 2018
Centennial Project - Final Plans

This meeting we will be seeing the final plans for our "Growing Hearts Across the World" CENTENNIAL Project.  

District Governor Bill Hoel
Oct 04, 2018
Rotary District 6250
Audrey Lucier
Oct 11, 2018
Classification Talk
Grant Withrow
Oct 18, 2018
Classification Talk
Jamie Bakkum Gamez MD
Oct 25, 2018
Presentation on Henrietta Lacks
Lucia
Nov 01, 2018
Our Exchange Student from Spain
Foundation Committee
Nov 15, 2018
Rotary Foundations
NO MEETING
Nov 22, 2018
Happy Thanksgiving!
Dean Dickinson
Dec 20, 2018
Christmas Program
NO MEETING
Dec 27, 2018
MERRY CHIRSTMAS
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Meeting Responsibilities
Duty Roster
Secretary
Passe, Nick
 
Sergeant-at-Arms
Swanwick, Bruce
 
Registration Assistant
Dahlby, Earlamae
 
Piano
Haase, Ann
 
Program Chair
Bakkum, Andy
 
Duty Roster Coordinator
Wycoff-Horn, Marcie
 
Greeter
Christians, Kenna
 
Hospitality Greeter
Schnick, Roz
 
Introduce Guests and Visitors
TerBeest, Miranda
 
Rotarians in the News
Johnson, Tara
 
Introduce Program
Bakkum, Andy
 
Raffle Ticket Seller
Wycoff-Horn, Marcie
 
Scrip Seller
Neuman, Ed
 
 
Club Executives & Directors
President
Todd Restel
President Elect
Tami Woods
President Elect Nominee
Andy Bakkum
Past President
Jodi Widuch
Treasurer
Rob Palmberg
Secretary
Nick Passe
Rotary Works Foundation Liaison
Pat Ruda
Sergeant-at-Arms
David Amborn
Board Member
Carol Abrahamzon
Board Member
Sarah Arendt-Beyer
Board Member
Greg Curti
Board Member
Mark Jolivette
Board Member
Catherine Kolkmeier
Board Member
Al Louis
Board Member
Alex Lueck
Board Member
Ashley Skoczynski
Board Member
Miranda TerBeest
Club Administrator
Lyn Sheffer
Membership
Greg Curti
Program Chair
Andy Bakkum
Public Relations/Social Media
Jamie Capuzzi
Youth Exchange Officer
Jack Haase
Youth Protection Officer
Scott Horne
Youth Exchange Counselor
Maria Norberg
The Rotary Foundation
Dean Dickinson
Youth Exchange Counselor
Eva Marie Restel
 
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