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CLUB INFO

Next Meeting
Radisson Center

November 8, 2018

MENU
Gumbo
Dirty Rice
Roasted Vegetables
Dinner Rolls

 

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
 
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
08 November 2018
 
In today’s world, we constantly face a spectrum of challenges ranging from dealing with an inconvenience to facing adversity. Over the past 2 ½ weeks, I have flown a little over 20,000 miles.  As with any travels, I faced both minor and major delays as well as a few other inconveniences.  A step up from an inconvenience is dealing with an obstacle.  One of my son’s has been working towards a goal for over five years.  On his big day, due to a scheduling conflict not created by him, he had to participate in an interview over the phone while everyone else was able to interview in person, putting him at a disadvantage.  He stepped up and did a great job.  On the other end of the spectrum is overcoming adversity and succeeding. 
 
In life, we will face many issues.  For this week’s message, I ask you to think about “Who you are and what role you play” when dealing with challenges.  The following TED Talk is a talk by Elizabeth Lev’s using the Sistine Chapel and her background as an art historian to illustrate the topic of adversity.  The talk is approximately 17 ½ minutes long.  As a spoiler alert, Michelangelo dealt with adversity and in the process created one of the most recognized art pieces in the world.  https://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_lev_the_unheard_story_of_the_sistine_chapel
 
 
The following link is a message from RI president Barry Rassin from last month’s “Rotary Reconnect Week.”  This video talks about the importance our Rotary alumni.  If you played any part in this past weekend’s ‘iFeed’ event put on by our local Rotary Interact clubs, you should have no doubts that these young adults have the potential to add greatness to RI.  President Rassin’s talk is found in this link and is only a few minutes long. https://xd.wayin.com/display/container/dc/abedd456-7df4-4aac-85f3-2416f4be5008/details
 
If you know of any Rotary alumni please invite them to our club.  Maybe they will join.  Remember, we have money set aside to cover the cost of your guests’ meals.
 
 
THIS WEEK AT ROTARY - Classification Talk by Jamie O'Neill

This Thursday, Jamie O'Neill will be giving her classification talk. Members always enjoy hearing about their fellow Rotarians.  Jamie joined our club on December 7, 2017 and has been involved in our Tree Planting Committee and was our Duty Roster Coordinator last month.

Classification Talk: Some have described the classification talk as a talking business card.  But it is so much more than that!  You can share vital and interesting information about your family, your interest and your business. The talk is not meant to embarrass you, but to let us get to know you as you want us to.  You are not expected to present yourself as a professional speaker.  Most of us are not.  Contact Andy Bakkum, Program Chair for the year if you would like to give your classification talk.

 

LAST WEEK AT ROTARY
Our Youth Exchange Student for 2018-19 is Lucia from Spain.   Lucia was our presenter last week and she told us a little bit about her family and her time in La Crosse .    Info on Lucia.
 
 
Lucia presenting her club banner to
President-elect Tami Woods
 
 
Having a family outing...invite Lucia....it will be a rewarding experience for you and your family.   Reminder if you are one-on-one with our youth exchange student you will need to have a background check done.  Online Application for a background check.
 
We have Lucia's contact info in ClubRunner - under Cabanas Fernandez
You can connect with her at an upcoming meeting or give her a call!
 
 
 
COMMITTEES
 
You will notice that at the end of your personal newsletter that you receive by email, it will list the committees and fellowships you are on.   (We have also included the Fellowships under the Committee module on ClubRunner.)  This is a great reminder to what committees you have volunteered for.
 
We have put together two lists...one by committees and one by members.
 
 
 
Please review and let Lyn know by email, if you would like to be on a committee and/or if you would like to change the committee you are on to another.  This will help us get our committees updated and hopefully everyone will be on a committee that they are passionate about serving on.
 
Our web site has a page dedicated to our committee structure...link to page.  On this page you will find a list of our committees and description and also a committee form to fill out if you would like to update the committees you would like to serve on.
 
We are also looking for chairs or co-chairs for the Fellowships
 
 
 
 
 
ROTARY FELLOWSHIP
Rotary Fellowship
 
 
Rotary Fellowship - Thursday, November 15th from 4:00-8:00 pm at Outback Steakhouse - 311 Hampton Court, Onalaska.  15% of sales will go the the Rotary Cameroon Project.  Bring your family and friends for fellowship and support our Rotary Cameroon Project.
 
 
 
ROTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
It is that time of the year
Dean Dickinson is planning our
Christmas Program
for
Thursday, December 20th.
 
Please contact Dean if you have children, grandchildren, friends etc that would be willing to entertain us on Thursday, December 20th.   They would need to be there between 12 and 1 that day.   Contact Dean for more information.
 
 
 
 
 
SALVATION ARMY BELL RINGING

Help make a lasting contribution to the La Crosse area by volunteering to ring bells and raise funds for the Salvation Army. Greet holiday shoppers and help spread Christmas cheer while accepting donations in the Famous Red Kettle.The money raised stays in our community, supporting the Salvation Army Food Pantry, Meal Program, Emergency Shelter, Families in Need, Sending Kids to Camp, and so much more.

Our club will be ringing bells on Saturday, December 15th.  Volunteer today! 

 

 

 

iFEED 2018 A SUCCESS
Over 500 Interact students, Rotarians and community volunteers came together to make it the most successful iFeed event to date!

*101,088 meals were packed and ready to ship
to hungry kids in Nicaragua 
 
*34,681+ food items were collected
to help fill our local
 

Thank you to everyone who supported, donated, sponsored and volunteered. You helped make iFeed a huge success!

Thank you to our Ladybug Team that volunteered!

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UPCOMING COMMITTEE MEETINGS
PR Committee - November 8th - following our meeting at the Radisson Center - 1:00 pm
 
 
 
ROTARY LIGHTS
Rotary Lights: Rotary Lights is an annual gift to the Coulee Region as a cooperative effort among the area's Rotary Clubs, numerous other non-profit groups and volunteer organizations, sponsors, and last but not least - the amazing individuals that make up their Steering Committee and Board.  It is time to VOLUNTEER to help out at Rotary Lights.  Our club will again be there for opening night...Friday, November 23rd..we have two shifts...4:30-7:30 and 7:30-10:20.      Click here to volunteer. 
 
 

 
 
ROTARY'S GOT TALENT!
 
 
Interested in participating in Rotary's Got Talent
at this year's Club Assembly (January 24th)?
 
Put a team together with a few of your Rotary friends (minimum of three participants per team) and email rgeister@trane.com. Talent entries can include singing, lip syncing, dancing, or other talents (please, nothing involving fire)!
 
We're also soliciting sponsors to donate prizes for the event. 
 
 
 
STAR MEETING

Our next STAR Meeting will be Thursday,  November 8th  We will meet at the Radisson Hotel in the Iowa Room at 7:00 a.m.  Please RSVP if you will be attending to Lyn at rotarylax@charter.net.

ALL NEW members become a member of this committee for one year.  This breakfast is hosted (no cost to the new members).  The breakfast and presentation will last no longer than one hour and the meeting will count as a make-up.  The STAR Committee, in addition to meeting other new members and some of the present membership will learn more about various aspects of the Club.  

 

 

WARM FEET, WARM HEARTS
 
La Crosse Area Rotary Clubs are collecting donations!
 
 
 
 
Financial contributions are also welcome: please make checks payable to Catholic Charities
c/o Rotary Club of La Crosse
PO Box 1914
La Crosse, WI 54602-1914
 
Drop off your donations at our Rotary Meetings
 
Thursdays
November 8th and 15th
11:30 - 1:00
Radisson Center
 
Donations will be delivered to Catholic Charities for distribution to those in need.
 
Thank you for your generous donation!!
 
 
 
 
 
FRUIT BASKET FUNDRAISER

FRUIT BASKET FUNDRAISER....Our Fruit Basket Fundraiser is to generate financial resources for our club activities and service projects.  The fundraiser also provides an opportunity for all club members to participate in an annual activity through the assembly, distribution, purchase and sale of fruit baskets during the holiday season.

Every Downtown Rotarian is obligated to buy or sell a minimum of five (5) baskets @ $20 a piece. You may allocate your baskets to a local pantry of your choice.

Does your business give employee gifts?  Rotary Fruit Baskets are your answer!  Each wicker basket contains 8 apples, 5 oranges, 3 pears  and a bag of peanuts.  The fruit is delicious and the sturdy basket makes an attractive keepsake.  We have special rates for large orders: 200+ ($13), 100-199 ($15), 49-99 ($16), 1-48 ($20).

Order forms will be available at our upcoming meetings...our dates will be December 8th to assemble and deliver and December 10th to deliver.  Save those dates!

Fruit Basket Flyer 2018

 

Fruit Basket Order Form

 

VOLUNTEER TO HELP ASSEMBLE AND DELIVER LINK

or

sign-up at our upcoming Rotary Meetings

 

Photos from Fruit Basket Assembly 2017

 

 

theEXCHANGE
theExchange - People helping People - Many families in our community need a helping hand.  theExchange partners with local social service organizations to provide free gently used furniture, kitchen and household goods to community members in need.
 
Bill Hoel had two guests last week, Denise Shedivy (and her husband Carl).  She volunteers with theExchange, which is a local non-profit helping the homeless.  They’re a part of the La Crosse Collaborative to End Homelessness.  What they do is, when a homeless person finally gets some shelter, the person’s social worker brings them to theExchange, and they get what Denise describes as “an apartment in a bag” – stuff needed to set up housekeeping, including some furniture.  Problem is, theExchange is being removed from the donated space it has occupied for awhile.  If anyone has a lead on possible space that might be available to this agency – they need about 3,000 sq. ft. , please reach Bill Hoel, who can connect you with the agency. 
 
If you have something you would like to donate....here is their brochure with more information.
 
 
 
 
ROTARY CENTENNIAL PROJECT INFO
 
 
 
Visit our Growing Hearts Across the World Pages for more Information
 
 
 
GROWING HEARTS ACROSS THE WORLD
 
 

Learn More About Growing Hearts Across the World

 
Message from the Fundraising Committee: Lee Rasch, Kerstin Boudreau, Kenna Christians, Sue Durtsche, Mary Ann Gschwind, Chuck Hanson, Kathryn Sexauer, Mike Swenson, Jodi Widuch, Todd Restel, Katie Berkedal and Catherine Kolkmeier.
 

As you know, we are celebrating 100 years of Rotary service to our region with the Growing Hearts Across the World campaign. The campaign will culminate with the completion of the Cameroon Garden in Riverside Park in the summer of 2019. The Garden will honor the rich cultural traditions of Cameroon and provide a wonderful gathering place overlooking the area where the the “Three Rivers” meet. Most importantly, it will serve as a model for community and international service for the upcoming generations of Rotarians.

To date, we have received excellent support from Rotarians. But we have not yet heard from all of you. The next phase of the Growing Hearts Across the World campaign will be to the Seven Rivers Region community. It is very important to be able to state to the community at large that Rotarians are fully committed to Growing Hearts Across the World. Indeed, there is no better message than to state...every Rotarian in our Club contributed. We have asked members to consider a $100 contribution pledge for up to two years. However, your contribution at any level will count.   Please complete a pledge card and include with your payment.

Growing Hearts Across the World - Sculptures/Entrances - Naming Opportunities Link

Please turn in your pledge cards and contributions to Earlamae Dahlby or send your contribution to Rotary at P.O. Box 1914, La Crosse, WI 54602-1914.

One hundred years of service by Rotary has had a profound impact on the lives of many in our region and throughout the world. Come join us in celebrating this service...and help set the stage for generations of Rotarians in the years to come. If you would like more information, please contact Lee Rasch, Chuck Hanson or Eva Marie Restel.

 
 
 
THE UGLY SWEATER 5K
 
ROTARY CLUB OF LACROSSE AFTER HOURS
 
 
 
 
Myrick Park Center 
 
 
 
CELEBRATIONS

 

                                   

 Happy Birthday​
Kathy Van Kirk-Przywojski _ Nov 8
Scott Horne - Nov 9

Happy Wedding  Anniversary
Mark (Sharon) Jolivette - Nov 4
Andy (Beth) Bakkum - Nov 5
Mike (Debby) Nickel - Nov 5

Lu (Charles) Cagin - Nov 9
Jamie (Eric) O'Neill - Nov 10

 

Happy Rotary Anniversary
Diana Carey - Nov 6

 

 

HOMEBOUND ROTARIANS
Rotarian Elmer and Lil Grassman are residents of Bethany St. Joseph Care Center....2501 Shelby Road...Room 712.   Yes, he would love visitors or send your well wishes to the address above.  Lyn stopped by after Rotary last week...he is missing everyone, so if you have a few minutes to stop in and see him, we know he would appreciate it.
 
Elmer says hi to all!
 
 
 
CONDOLENCES

 

CONDOLENCES:

We are sending our condolences to:

ImageWe send our condolences to Tami Woods and family.  Tami lost her mother-in-law last week.  Please remember Tami and her family at this difficult time.  Tami's address is 427 Losey Blvd N., La Crosse, WI 54601.

 

 
 
 
ATTENDANCE

ROTARY ATTENDANCE
Oct 25th - 56%
Nov 1st - 53%
 

Rotary Attendance policy is to attend or makeup at least 50% of the club meetings during the first six months and the second six months.  They can be done by: • Attending regular club meetings • Making up meetings at other Rotary Clubs ( which includes E-Clubs) • Engaging in club projects/events/fellowship/board meetings.

100% Attendance Winners
July  - Sheila Wieser
August - Bob Riutzel
September - Peter Grabow

 

MEMBERSHIP

MEMBERSHIP 
Active Membershi
p
184

Patrick Paulino - Resignation

Honorary Members

23

Associate Membership is a program to recruit younger members, millennials, to membership.  Associate Membership is available to anyone who is proposed for membership who is 35 years of age or less.  Associate membership will end when that member reaches the age of 38. They would pay for dues and $100 for meals per quarter no matter how many meetings they attend that quarter.

Corporate Membership is a program to allow multiple employees of a business Rotary participation under one primary membership. Each corporate membership is limited to a three-year term. After the three-year corporate membership term, the individuals are required to become individual members. View Corporate Membership Policy.

Family Membership is a program to allow a second individual Rotary participation under one primary membership.  View Family Membership Policy.

Honorary Membership  is offered to members who have distinguished themselves by meritorious service in the furtherance of Rotary ideals. View Honorary Membership Policy.

Excused Membership is offered to members if the aggregate of the member’s years of age and years of membership in one or more clubs is 85 years or more, the member has been a member of one or more clubs for at least 20 years, and the member has notified the club's secretary in writing of the member’s desire to be excused from attendance  and the board has approved.  Excused Members will pay the quarterly dues and only for meals when they attend a meeting.

Membership Proposals....we will no longer ask for three references when you propose a new member.  This was a criteria that our club had set not RI.  This will help us process new members into our club more efficiently.  You can access the membership proposal form online, under the Club Information site page.

 

 

RAFFLES

RAFFLES

Nov 8th

Raffle $10 Kwik Trip Gift Card

Marble Raffle  $30

Please note: Raffle, Fines, Birthday, Anniversaries and Scooters are all donations that will go to the club  If you are making a donation and would like it to go to the Rotary Works Foundation or Rotary International Foundation, we ask that you write a check to the Foundation of your choice.

 

Nov 1st: Raffle $68: Fines $71: Scooters $5: Scrip $380
 
 
PROGRAM CHAIR & DUTY ROSTER COORDINATORS
Program Chair for July 2018 - June 2019
 
DUTY ROSTER COORDINATORS
December - Grant Golson
February - Bonnie Steidl
 
 
If you would like to volunteer for Rotarians in the News,  be a greeter,  a hospitality greeter, raffle ticket seller,  scrip seller or announce guests, you can email the Monthly Duty Roster Coordinator that are listed above....just click on their name.  If you would like to give your classification talk please contact Program Committee Chair Andy Bakkum.
 

 
CONTACT INFO

Rotary Club of La Crosse
P.O. Box 1914, La Crosse, WI  54602-1914
608-526-4491 (Phone and Fax)

Lyn Sheffer, Administrator
rotarylax@charter.net

Nick Passee, Secretary
nick@passelaw.com

Earlamae Dahlby
Attendance and Make-up Coordinator
earlamae@centurytel.net

 

The La Crosse Brain Game
P.O. Box 384, La Crosse, WI  54602-0384
608-304-2971
Jeanne Meyer, Administrator 
info@rotarybraingame.org

 

Rotary Works Foundation
P.O. Box 1571, La Crosse, WI  54602-1571
608-886-9793

Scott Herdeman, Administrator
rotaryworksfoundation@gmail.com

 


 
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Speakers
Nov 08, 2018
Classification Talk
Nov 15, 2018
Rotary Foundations
Nov 22, 2018
Happy Thanksgiving!
Dec 06, 2018
La Crosse Foster Care Program
Dec 20, 2018
Christmas Program
Dec 27, 2018
MERRY CHIRSTMAS
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Upcoming Events
STAR Meeting
Radisson Hotel
Nov 08, 2018
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
 
Rotary Board
Radisson Hotel
Nov 12, 2018
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
 
Rotary Works Board Meeting
Viterbo University
Nov 15, 2018
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
 
Rotary Fellowship - Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse
Nov 15, 2018
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 
Rotary Lights
Riverside Park
Nov 23, 2018
4:30 PM – 10:20 PM
 
Come for Supper
Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Nov 27, 2018
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
 
Fruit Basket Fundraiser
Rotary Light House
Dec 08, 2018 7:30 AM –
Dec 10, 2018 12:00 PM
 
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Dec 15, 2018
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
 
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Passe, Nick
 
Sergeant-at-Arms
Amborn, David
 
Registration Assistant
Dahlby, Earlamae
 
Piano
Haase, Ann
 
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Bakkum, Andy
 
Duty Roster Coordinator
TerBeest, Miranda
 
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Hospitality Greeter
 
Introduce Guests and Visitors
 
Rotarians in the News
 
Introduce Program
 
Raffle Ticket Seller
 
Scrip Seller
 
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President Elect
 
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