| Posted by Diane Gallegos on Apr 30, 2012
Mary Pontarolo from SafePlace was our guest speaker. |
| Posted by Dirk Farrar on Apr 23, 2012
We celebrated Earth Day with speaker Oscar Soule, who was surprised to discover he was also the recipient of the Carl Reder Award. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith on Apr 16, 2012
Dr. Curt Ebbesmeyer, retired University of Washington oceanographer and widely-known authority on Pacific Ocean currents, talked about the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, and the effect of resulting vast debris field approaching the coast of Washington, Oregon and British Columbia.
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| Posted by Renee Ries on Apr 09, 2012
Our speaker was Kevin Boyer, Interim Director of the Washington Center for the Performing Arts. |
| Posted by Mike Neer on Apr 02, 2012
Our special Rotary club program featured well-known actress, Thurston County resident, and more recently celebrity cook and author Linda Evans talking about her high-profile life and new book, “Recipes for Life: My Memories.”
She told us about her fascinating experiences in show business, and shared some life lessons learned along the way.
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| Posted by Leslie Johnson on Mar 26, 2012
Club Member Todd Tovani present a program on international adoption, relating his own experiences adopting a daughter from Ghana. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton on Mar 19, 2012
Our guest speaker was Cynthia Iyall, chairperson for the Nisqually Absch tribe. |
| Posted by Diane Gallegos on Mar 12, 2012
Cicely Tatum, Outreach Coordinator and Global Village Team Leader from Habitat for Humanity South Puget Sound, was our speaker. |
| Posted by Riley Moore on Mar 12, 2012
On February 15, 2012 , the Rotary Club of Olympia, in Washington State USA, received the Thurston County 2012 Distinguished Leasdership Award. The Rotary Club of Olympia is being recognized for its collaborative leadership with the other Thurston County clubs. True to the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self," local clubs have joined together in making a difference in our community and around the world. Achievements include developing Rotary Point at West Olympia Park on Budd Inlet and organizing the annual Cool Jazz/Clean Water event, which raises funds for international clean water projects, musical instruments for local schools and youth leadership training.
This video shows the projects for which it received the award.
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| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on Mar 05, 2010
Robert Arron of Vulcan Real Estate presented a program on their development of Seattle's South Lake Union neighborhood. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Feb 27, 2012
President Riley Moore presided over a program celebrating our club and those who make it "work". |
| Posted by Mike Neer on Feb 13, 2012
Our own Oscar Soule presented todays' program, focusing on today's Cuba. |
| Posted by Diane Gallegos on Feb 06, 2012
Lisa Verhovek from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation described the foundation's work and their connection to Rotary through the eradication of Polio. |
| Posted by Jim Balz on Jan 30, 2012
Sebastian Leguizamon, our former Rotary exchange student from Argentina, visited our club explained the positive impact his exchange student experience has had on his life. |
| Posted by Leslie Johnson on Jan 23, 2012
Nancy Mouat-Rich, the only U.S. member of the VTT team that visited the Philippines, was our speaker. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on Jan 09, 2012
Michael Cade, Thurston EDC Executive Director, was our speaker. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Dec 19, 2011
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| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Dec 12, 2011
Club Member Justice Gerry Alexander reflected on his career in the judiciary and the history of the legal profession in Olympia. |
| Posted by Mike Neer on Dec 05, 2011
Our guest speaker was Deputy Commander at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Major General Lloyd Miles. |
| Posted by Dottie Lehuta on Nov 28, 2011
We celebrated the holidays at our annual joint meeting with the Olympia Kiwanis to enjoy the season and the sounds of the Olympia High School azz Band and Chamber Choir. |
| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Nov 21, 2011
Fellow Rotarian Bob Wubbena updated us on the status and progress of the Malawi Clean Water project. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton on Nov 14, 2011
Our meeting focused on the Peace Corps and the service of current and past members. |
| Posted by Renee Ries on Nov 07, 2011
At this meeting we hosted a Vocation Training Team team from the Phillippines. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith on Nov 19, 2011
The Cool Jazz/Clean Water event has netted over $250,000 over the past nine years thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, door-busting attendance at the evening wine and beer events, auction donors and bidders, and donations from music-lovers throughout the community. The funds were used to build international clean water projects, buy and refurbish over 300 instruments which were distributed to four local school district music programs, and to organize and promote a youth leadership training course. Jazz Festival - If you get the chance, come by the Washington Center on November 19th. High School Jazz bands from around the South Sound perform to crowds of parents, family and fellow competitors from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The music is great! Wine & Beer Tasting Event - 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $50.00 per person Local, regional, and international wines from the following wineries will be featured: McCrea, Madsen, Ross Andrews, JM Cellars, Walter Dacon, Dusted Valley, Bateaux, Birchfield, Pepperbridge/Amavi , Long Shadows, Corvus'Vin de Lac, Mark Ryan, Stottle , and Camaraderie.
Your sponsorship, ticket purchase or donation supports the following programs: An International Water Project, new instruments given to area school districts for use by underprivileged kids, and support of local youth organizations.
You can purchase tickets at the door or mail your check to:
Cool Jazz/Clean Water
c/o Fairchild Record Search
PO Box 1368
Olympia, WA 98507-1368 For more info www.cooljazzcleanwater.org.
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| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on Oct 31, 2011
Ed Galligan, fellow Rotarian and Executive Director of the Port of Olympia, presented a program on the port and its contribution to the region's economy. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Oct 24, 2011
Dave Nicandri, former Director of the Washington State History Museum was our speaker. |
| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Oct 17, 2011
Charles Shelan, the CEO of Community Youth Services (CYS) was our guest speaker. |
| Posted by Robin Bammert on Oct 10, 2011
Candidates for Olympia Mayor Stephen Buxbaum and Dick Pust responded to questions from George LeMasurier from the Olympian. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton on Oct 03, 2011
Dr. Jay Rudd gave a presentation covering his experiences as a volunteer eye surgeon in Haiti following the recent earthquake. |
| Posted by Mike Neer on Sep 26, 2011
Professor Zdenko Frankenburger Danes told the story of his escape from Czechoslovakia at the end of World War II.
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| Posted by Renee Ries on Sep 19, 2011
Former Olympia Mayor Doug Mah was our guest speaker. Doug shared his impressions of the achievements and lessons learned during his tenure as Mayor of Olympia. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on Sep 12, 2011
Local sports legend Dick Nichols joined us for his annual comments and predictions on local area high school football.
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| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Aug 29, 2011
Our speaker was club member and maritime author Chuck Fowler, who shared with us the history of tugboats on Puget Sound.
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| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker on Aug 22, 2011
Our speaker was David Stocks, District Governor for Rotary District 5020.
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| Posted by Mike Neer on Aug 15, 2011
This was our annual picnic lunch atht eh Olympia Farmers' Market. With baseball season in full swing, and our August 29th night at the Tacoma Rainiers upcoming, it seemed only fitting to have a Tacoma Rainiers program. Our guest speaker was Ben Spradling, Media Development Manager for the Tacoma Rainiers. |
| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Aug 08, 2011
Warren McLeod, a professor at South Puget Sound Community College (and Lewis County Coroner) was our guest speaker. He gave an enlightening presentation about the realities of forensic science and how it differs from what we see on TV. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton on Aug 01, 2011
Attorney General Rob McKenna was our speaker. He shared his experiences with management policies and practices he felt had made his office and state government more effective.
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| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on Jul 25, 2011
Thurston County Prosecuror Jon Tunheim was our guest speaker, He shared his views on the challenges facing his office, the major causes of crime in Thurston County, and areas, such as Drug Court, where we are achieving success.
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| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Jul 18, 2011
Former Congressman Brian Baird shared his new book and insights regarding the deficit ceiling issues facing Congress and the President.
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| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Jul 11, 2011
We honor outgoing President Martin Meyer and welcome incoming President Riley Moore.
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| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker on Jun 27, 2011
This week we met more outstanding students...this time the 2011 Lakefair Queen candidates.
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| Posted by Mike Neer on Jun 20, 2011
We enjoyed meeting the Olympia High School seniors who were the recipients of our Rotary scholarships, and learning more about them and thir plans for the future.
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| Posted by Robin Bammert on Jun 13, 2011
Tumwater Mayor Pete Kmet and Tim Smith from the city's Community Development Department presented a program on the process for developing a vision for th future of the old Olympia Brewery property.
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| Posted by Janice Wharton on Jun 06, 2011
David Mosely, Assistant Secretary for Transportation, gave a presentation on Washington's Ferry System, the largest in the US.
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| Posted by Renee Ries on May 23, 2011
Our guest speaker was Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn, who explained his goals for his office and for education in the state.
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| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on May 16, 2011
Steve Giesecke, who has now completed climbing the “Seven Summits” (highest peaks on every continent) by successfully climbing Mt. Vinson in Antartica earlier this year, shared the story of his successful climb of Mt. Everest in May 2007. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper on May 09, 2011
Award-winning cartoonist David Horsey was our guest speaker. He entertained us with creative artwork, interlaced with humorous anecdotes about the sources for his inspiration.
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| Posted by Robin Bammert on May 05, 2011
We shared a meeting with West Olympia Rotary for the annual Dick Nichols Awards, which honor outstanding student athletes from all local area high schools.
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| Posted by Mike Neer on Apr 25, 2011
Oscar Soule gave his annual Earth Day presentation, this time focusing on the recent nuclear disaster in japan, and effects of raditation in our lives.
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| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Apr 18, 2011
Ace Lin, our Rotary exchange student from Taiwan, told us about his home and family, and entertained us with stories of his experiences here in the U.S. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton on Apr 11, 2011
Club member and world traveler Jim Balz discussed his recent trip to Antarctica aboard a Russian expedition ship. |
| Posted by Mike Neer on Apr 04, 2011
Have you ever wondered where your garbage and recycling goes once it leaves the curb? Spencer Orman of the City of Olympia’s Waste Resources Program presented an informative program on where it goes, how it is processed, and how we can all do a better job of reducing what goes into the landfill. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith on Mar 28, 2011
The Rotary Club of Olympia is sad to announce the passing of our former long-time member and Sgt. at Arms, Chet Wesman. 
No local obituary was available at the time of this publication of the Wheel. The following was posted online in the Minnesota area where Chet grew up. Chester (Chet) Wesman, 94, formerly of Birchwood, died March 25 in Vancouver, Wash., following a brief illness. Chet remained very active until recently in his church, community and Rotary International in Olympia, Wash. He was born and raised in Melrose, Minn. His railroad career spanned 42 years with the Great Northern and later the Burlington Northern Railways until he retired in 1978. From 1952 to 1970, he lived in Birchwood Village with his wife, Helen and their children. Chet was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen, in 1983. He is survived by his wife Eleanor of Vancouver, children Susan Witcraft in Oregon, Stephen in Denver, Paul (Joan) in St. Louis and Eric (Diane) in White Bear Township. Also survived by nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, including grandson Chris (Sarah) Wesman and their son Miles in White Bear Lake and granddaughter Jennifer Wesman Esnough (Dewayne) and their son Eric in Hugo. Also grieving are Eleanor's daughter, Gretchen Sheridan-Collins (Robert), her sons and her granddaughter. Memorials preferred to St. Paul YMCA Camp Widjiwagan or White Bear Area High School Band Program. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell on Mar 28, 2011
3/28/2011 Our speaker was Steven Fisher, Regional Program Manager of the Seattle Branch of the Regional Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, 12th District. Mr. Fisher gave a short program on the “Purpose and Function of the Federal Reserve.” |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Mar 21, 2011
Historian Dr. Lorraine McConaghy discussed her new book, "Warship Under Sail," and the role of the ship and its crew in the history of the Pacifc Northwest in the 1850's. |
| Posted by Renee Ries on Mar 07, 2011
The third annual Rotary Idol brought together our club for a night meeting to enjoy the talents of club members and their friends. President Martin Meyer made a surprise appearance to share in the festivities. |
| Posted by Mark Elliott on Mar 06, 2011
In December 2010 the club's Fred Balz Community Grants Program provided funds to the Providence St. Peter Hospital's Sexual Assault Clinic and Child Maltreatment Center. The grant was to refunish the Child Interview Room. Recently Fred Balz committee members Skip Steffen and Brian Martin were invited to visit the completed work. They are shown here with Providence St. Peter staff members Deborah Hall, MD (left) and Diana Evander, RN. 
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| Posted by Janice Wharton on Feb 28, 2011
Our speaker was Leslie Johnson, Director of Squaxin Tribal Tourism. Leslie shared the history of the tourism program, growing from the smoke shop in the1970's to the current tourist destination of Little Creek Casino and the upcoming Salish Cliffs. |
| Posted by Heber Kennedy on Mar 09, 2011
Shana Stevenson from the Washington State Historical Society presented an informative program on the history of women's suffrage in Washington State. It was very interesting to learn how Washington was at the forfront of this movement. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith on Mar 09, 2011
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| Posted by Renee Ries on Mar 09, 2011
New Olympia Police Chief Ron Roberts, three weeks into his new job, shared his impressions of Olympia, the challenges ahead, and his goals for the Olympia Police Department. |
| Posted on Mar 09, 2011
Coming soon! |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper on Mar 09, 2011
Mary Pontorolo, Executive Director of SafePlace, was our guest speaker. Mary shared some shocking statistics about intimate abuse, and the services SafePlace offers to victoms. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
A large group of Rotarians led by Larry Poplack and Norma Schuiteman gave an enlightening presentation on the Rotary Foundation, its organization, and the many benefits if provides both locally and worldwide. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Author Les Eldridge gave a very interesting presentation on the American Civel War at sea, focusing on the fighting ships of the Confederacy, their captains, crews, and exploits. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell
Our own John Hough provided an interesting program on his experiences traveling in China while teaching at Shanghai Maritime University. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
George Dunn presented a program on his experience as a professional mountain guide over the last 35 years. George has climbed Mt. Rainier over 500 times. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
Craig Lind, Pacific Northwest Sales Manager at Merit Steamship Agency, Inc. was our speaker. His presenation covered the history as well as the current state of Pacific trade. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
To celebrate the holiday season we held our traditional joint meeting with the Olympia Kiwanis at the Red Lion. We got to view the fabulous Christmas Forest trees, and enjoy the Olympia High School Chamber Choir and Jazz Band. |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
OlyWalks provides walking tours of Olympia. Owner Dixie Havlak was our guest speaker and challenged us with a quiz to identify some local landmarks. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Nalini Nadkarni, a faculty member at The Evergreen State College, best known as the "Queen of Canopy Research" was our speaker. She discussed her research in the Amazon rain forest. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Today's program was a presentation by Rotary International District 5020 Governor, Robert Martin. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
On the day before the election, we got to meet candidates for Thurston County Treasurer Shawn Myers and Tom Nelson. |
| Posted by Holly Mason
Here's your last opportunity to clean out your bookshelves and provide hours of enjoyment for residents of Providence St. Francis House at the same time! Our Rotary Club's newest Literacy Project is to refresh and expand the lending library for seniors at this low-income residence on the campus of Providence St. Peter Hospital. So please bring your gently-used books and magazines, suitable for adult reading, to our Rotary meeting on November 15. The Literacy Committee will be putting all your books on display for the residents as part of a Giving Thanks for Reading event at Providence St. Francis House on November 18. Thank you! |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Tom Iovanne and Jim Haley presented a program on the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, now celebrating its 25th anniversary. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell
Dr. Kathleen Davis a Rotarian from Vashon Island, presented a program "Afghanistan: At the Crossroads of Asia." |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Patty Belmonte, Executive Director at the Hands-On Children's Museum here in Olympia, provided some history on the museum as well as a preview of the new museum location downtown. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith on Apr 17, 2011
Members have expressed difficiulty in finding the "Propose a New Member" form on the web site. So. because we always want to encourage new members to our club, we're making it easy by placing a link to the form right here... >> PROPOSE A NEW MEMBER! << |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Our guests today were Debbie Mealy and John Snaza, candidates for Thurston County Sheriff. Read on to meet them and see how they stand on the isues that face Thurston County. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Members of the Port of Olympia Advisory Board were our guests. They presented a program on the history of the port, its current operations, and the plans and challenges facing the port in the future. |
| Posted by Albert Cohen
Al Cohen recently interviewed Jack Belmont for our "Focus On" series. Read on to find out more about Jack, his business and family, and the road that brought him to the Olympia Rotary Club. |
| Posted by Sean Murphy
The Spaghetti Bowl was, once again, a huge success. Sean Murphy forward the following article from the The Olympian regarding the Spaghetti Bowl event. (photos courtesy of Dennis Adams) |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Dr. Paul McCold of Simon Fraser University was our featured speaker. He explained the process of restorative justice, and its benefits to crime victims, offenders, and society in general. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
We celebrated International Literacy Day with a variety of literacy topics. The program was capped by own Judy Henderson sharing an in-depth presentation regarding her literacy trip to Senegal on behalf of Rotary International. |
| Posted by Sean Murphy
17th Annual Rotary Spaghetti Bowl
Olympia High School Bears vs. Capital High School Cougars Olympia— The Rotary Club of Olympia and West Olympia Rotary Club would like to invite members of the community and media to the 17th Annual Rotary Spaghetti Bowl. Our spaghetti dinner is hosted prior to the annual gridiron match up between our local rivals at Ingersoll Stadium, Olympia High School Bears and Capital High School Cougars. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
Dick Nichols, the voice of South Sound sports on KGY radio, provided us with an overview of fall sports. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
In this issue we "focus on" Jim Greene, Designated Broker of the Greene Realty Group. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
Our Germany GSE team provided an informative overview of their trip. |
| Posted by Robert Wubbena
The Rotary Point at West Bay Park is essentially complete. Some work on the Wall Seats are still being discussed with the City and we need to set up the on going Rotary Point Park Committee to over see the continuation of the selling of Pavers (to pay Berschauer-Phillips the balance owed and to set up an account for Rotary's responsibility related to maintaining the pavers, etc). Except for these two steps, I consider the project completed. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Mallory Beckingham, Guest Services and Community Development Manager for the Tacoma Rainiers was out guest speaker today. |
| Posted by Peter Stroble
In this edition of the Wheel, we "focus on" Christy Peters, Special Trials Division Chief, Thurston Co. Pros. Attorney's Office. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Mike Colbresse, Executive Director of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association, explained the purpose and goals of the WIAA. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Our speaker today was Joni Earl, Executive Director for Sound Transit. She explained the range of Sound Transit services and the challenges facing the agency, as well as answered numerous questions from members. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
Returning Rotary Exchange student Kirstin Wagner spoke about her trip and experiences in Ecuador during the past year. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Leadership Thurston County, a program of the Thurston County Chamber Foundation, was featured. Program Coordinator Patti Grant explained the benefits and opportunities provided by the program. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell
We bid a fond farewell, with thanks, to Past President Sean Padget, and welcome incoming President Martin Meyer. Thank you Sean! Best wishes Martin! |
| Posted by Colleen Gillespie
 Volunteers will be available to take your donations at Madison School on the the following dates and times: Tuesday, July 27 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 28 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 29 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Come to the Super Sale!!
Saturday, July 31 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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| Posted by Paul Creighton
In our latest feature, we "focus on" Thurston First Bank President Jim Haley, a Rotarian who grew up in a Rotarian family, and carries those values into the present day in business and his personal life. |
| Posted by Joanne Coleman Campbell
Dr. Jim Balz shared his experience traveling around the world on his motorcycle. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
Rotarian Brian Koning was recently named as one of the Business Examiner's "40 Under Forty" in the South Sound area. The program recognizes outstanding South Sound business and community leaders under the age of 40. Each class of "40 Under Forty" represents the diversity of the South Sound and includes those who have had great accomplishments and made significant contributions to their businesses, industries and communities. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
This week saw us at Indian Summer, where we were treated to our annual presentations from the Olympia Lakefair Court. Read on and learn more about these outstanding young women from our community. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
We always look forward to meeting the graduating seniors who are receiving our annual scholaships. Read on to meet and learn more about these deserving recipients of your Rotarian generosity. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Dine Around continues to be one a favorite activity among club members. Nancy Elliott, Mark's wife, offered her thoughts after beeing part of the Dine Around group this year.... "In Rotaryspeak, "Dine Around" means getting to know other Rotarians in an informal setting. In fact, you can enjoy an entire evening of conversation and the Rotary bell doesn't ring once. Four couples meet and share a meal which means it is pot luck, planned out, and delicious. The conversation swirls around funny things that have happened on our way to achieving whatever age we are now. Here are a few things I found out: Tom Iovanne once had a job where he wrangled 17 tigers, a few lions, and one leopard. Makes the Washington Center job a breeze. Jack Belmont used to drive big rigs and now he owns the company; once he discovered a naked woman in a bath tub on his way home from California. Mark Elliott also wrangled lions at the zoo where he attended Veterinary College plus he castrated camels in Ethiopia. While he was in college, Jim Haley thought it would be cool to be a Resident Advisor for the rest of his life but banking got in the way. Thanks to Jack Belmont, the "Dine Around" idea has become a successful venture where Rotarians and their spouses have a chance to learn more about more people. Try it, you might like it." Nancy Elliott |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
The Rotary Club of Olympia was recently honored with numerous awards at the District 5020 Conference, held June 5 in Longview. Read on for details and photos. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
This week we were treated to a presentation from the GSE team from Norway, once again sharing culture, geography, politics, economics, and highlights of their visit to Washington and the US. |
| Posted by Sean Padget
Internationally known author and Nobel Peace Prize nominee recently visited Olympia as a result of the efforts of the Olympia High School Interact Club and Olympia area Rotary Clubs, St. Martin's University, and the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
The GSE program is a part of the Rotary Foundation that is meant to help facilitate cultural exchange between different areas of the world. The GSE team from Germany recently visited Olympia and shared information about their country and their experiences here in the US. |
| Posted by Warren Carlson
The German GSE team recently joined wine club members and other local other Rotarians and the home of Warren and Pat Carlson for an evening of Washington wine testing and conversation. The full story and photos follow.... |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
The Evergreen State College's first president, and long time Rotarian Charles McCann was our speaker. Charlie provided a glimpse at the beginnings of the college and the "three thumbprints" he left on the college during his tenure as president. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
The Olympian's publisher and president (and felow Rotarian) George Le Masurier spoke to us about the future of The Olympian, recent changes to the paper's format and content, and the changing newspaper industry. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
In keeping with the statement, "the best programs come from within," we celebrated past and present achievments with the annual Carl Reder Award, and a celebration of our club over the years, through the memories of four long-time members. |
| Posted by Warren Carlson
This time we focus on Jamie Will, long-time Rotarian and namesake of the Titus-Will auto dealerships, and President of Titus-Will Enterprises. Let's see what makes Jamie Will such an optimistic guy..... |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
On May 4, we joined the West Olympia Club to celebrate academic, civic, and athletic excellence at the 14th annual Dick Nichols Awards. Dick was entertaining as always, and it was a pleasure to honor many fine local students for their achievements. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Our exchange student from Brazil, Joana Rodrigues, summarized the highlights of her year in Olympia, and provided an in-depth overview of the geography and economy of her home country. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Oscar Soule presented the annual Earth Day awards to environmentally conscious individuals and businesses, and gave us an update on where we stand in terms of our environmental impact in the Olympia area. |
| Posted by Kim Dinsmore
Our focus is this issue is on Lori Woodland, co-owner (with husband Blake) of Abbey Capitol Floors & Interiors in West Olympia. Read on to learn more about Lori and what excites her about life, her business, and Rotary. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
Our speakers today were Steve Hyer, Executive Director for the Foundation for Private Enterprise Education (Washington Business Week). Steve informed us of the many benefits the Biessness Week programs provide to high school students. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
The Olympia area's newest educational institution, Pope John Paul II High School, was featured in our program today. Ron Edwards, Founding Principal, gave us an overview of activities to date and detailed the core values that form the foundation of the new school. |
| Posted by Mark Elliott
It's my privilege to introduce you to a new member sponsored by Sharon Weinberg. Perry Shea joined our club last October. He is the Principal Engineer and President at the full-service engineering firm of Shea, Carr & Jewell (SC&J). Their offices are located in the Percival Creek Professional Plaza here in Olympia |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Major General Timothy Lowenberg of the Washington National Guard informed us about the many ways the Guard serves out state and nation both here and aboard. |
| Posted by Gary Marx
March 27 was a work day at Rotary Point Park. Thanks to all the Rotarians who lent a hand in the labor, and to Gary Marx for the photos. See photos below... |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
Mike Harbor form Intercity Transit was our speaker. Mike provided insight into the challenges facing IT and some of the trade-offs they must consider in this challenging economy. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Jeff Kingsbury shared his passion for the arts in Olympia and showed how an Artspace project, with help from the city and other donors, could make a huge impact on our downtown. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
March is STILL Rotary Literacy Month.....as of March 15, our club has donated 377 books. Counting ALL books donated to our club since Sept 2009, we have donated 604 books, dictionaries, and thesauruses' (all of which have been sorted/labeled "This book donated by Rotary Club of Olympia" before being gifted) to one of 17 local programs: - Adult Literacy Bookends Project
- Safe Place - kids library
- YWCA Other Bank
- Books for Babies program
- Books for Incarcerated Parents program
- Boys/Girls Clubs - 4 libraries
- Parents as Teachers program
- Overnight Shelter program
- After School Homework Club
- Evergreen Vista/Village homework club
- Hands-On Childrens Museum
- Power Parenting program
- Salmon Shores Book Mobile
- Food Bank Library
- Timberland Regional Library: Childrens program
- Literacy Nights: free books each month - Olympia School District schools
- At Risk or Homeless Teen Drop-in Centers (CYS and Tumwater)
- South Sound Reading Foundation
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| Posted by Allen Miller
This time we focus on Nate Naismith, our resident club photographer and web site editor. Since his retirement from the Legislature in 2005, Nate has enjoyed time with his immediate and extended family and is self-employed as a photographer and information technology consultant. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
In keeping with out Literacy theme for the month of march, out meeting featured local journalist (and now author) Gail Wood from the Olympian. Gail shared stories from his new book, "Saved Twice" of Northwest individuals who found faith after nearly losing their lives. We also received many more book donations form our members. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
In this installment, we "focus on" Cecilia Loveless, a recent member of our club and new Executive Director of the College Foundation at South Puget Sound Community College. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Charlie Earle, Executive Director for the State Board of Community and technical Colleges, was our featured speaker. Charlie showcased the value the colleges provide to the state and highlighted the challenges they face in the current economic and budget climate. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
We've many inquiries regarding Greg Mortenson Event tickets. Tickets are now available via The Community Foundation website www.thecommunityfoundation.com. They are going fast, so don't delay. We hope to see all of you May 13, 6:45pm at the St. Martin (Marcus) Pavillion. Also, we are invited to the Lacey Rotary luncheon that day with Mr. Mortenson. Please RSVP if you intend to participate in the luncheon, as Lacey Rotary has graciously agreed to have us. We simply need numbers for the caterer. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
As was the case last year, we are continuing out battle of the books (Bulls vs. Bears) during our March meetings. Bring a book or dictionary to the next meeting and predict the course of the stock market! 161 books were donated as of March 8. The market prediction so far (according to Judy Henderson) - 8 Bulls - 153 Bears. !!!!! Thanks to Laura Arnone for labeling and organizing the donations. Books are donated to SPSCC Adult Literacy SPSCC Program, South Sound Reading Foundation, and Boys and Girls Clubs. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
In its 2nd year, Rotary Idol delivered another set of great performances. Read on for the details and the photos..... |
| Posted by Judy Henderson
Please bring your gently used books and dictionaries to the MARCH 1 meeting! They can be paperback or hard bound. Your donations will be distributed to local child and adult literacy programs during March -- Rotary Literacy Month. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Since we will not be meeting on Monday, don't forget Tuesday is Pub Night at Ballyhoo beginning at 4:00 PM. Contact Gordon Osberg for details. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Business Ettiquette author and trainer Stephanie Horton shared her tips about what is and is not acceptable etiquette in today's business enviornment. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
With this publication of the Wheel, we begin a new feature, "Focus On." As the name implies, we will periodically "focus on" specific Rotarians in our club and get to know about them and their business in greater detail. We hope you enjoy our first interview with Rik Brotherton below. |
| Posted by Laurence Poplack
In this, our initial interview, we "Focus On" Rik Brotherton, owner of 510 Interiors. |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
Brad Williamson, Director of Banks for the Washington Department of Financial Institutions, discussed the current and future state of the banking industry in Washington State. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
- Bob Kramer of Kramer Knives presented a humorous and extremely entertaining program about his journey from Barnum & Bailey Circus clown to master bladesmith. There is a lot more to custom knives than meets the eye...
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| Posted by Connie Lorenz
The future of Capitol Lake is an issue which contionues to divide our community and spark debate. GA Director Linda Bremmer and Yacht Club member Jim Lengenfelder presented different views and information concerning the alternatives, their impact, and the direction that should be taken to make a decision. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Mike Dexter, Director of the Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater Visitor and Convention Bureau explained the VCB's move to a new facility, their functions, and how they differ from chambers of commerce or economic development councils. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Dr. Allyson Brooks, State Historic Preservation Officer, presented a program about the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation and the agency's activities and priorities. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
David Postman, Senior Media Relations Manager for Vulcan, Inc., provided his insight into the current and and future state of print media, and the impact of blogs and other electronic technology on the press. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Our club joined the Olympia Kiwainis for the annual holiday meeting - to view and enjoy Providence St. Peters' "Christmas Forest" trees and the music of Olympia High School's choral groups and jazz band. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
As usual, the Cool Jazz Clean Water jazz festival and evening wine tasting event was a huge success. Proceeds benefit the Malawi Clean Water Fund, POSSCA CAPS (musical instruments for local students), and the Thurston County Youth development Training Summit. Final proceeds are still being determined. Photos of the event follow... |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
Director Cheryl Fambles explained how the WIRED (Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development) Project promotes innovation and entreprenuerism in construction, energy technology, and manufacturing. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Goveror Christine Gregoire was our special guest speaker, and provided her insight into the current state of the local economy and the budget outlook for the coming year. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Rafael Colon, motivational coach for the Seattle Mariners and successful author, was our featured speaker. He provided insight into his career in baseball, his role in the Mariners' organization, and keys to success into working with young Mariners' players. |
| Posted by Sean Murphy
The seven Rotary Clubs of Thurston County would like to invite members of the community and media to the 9th Annual Rotary Cool Jazz Festival. This year's festival will be held Saturday, November 21th at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Olympia. It showcases local high school bands during the daytime and an evening wine tasting with great music and dancing, featuring local swing rock band "7 on 7". |
| Posted by Renee Ries
Once again, The Olympian publisher George Le Masurier moderated a panel of the eight candidates for the four Olympia City Council positions, with introductions by each candidate, followed by questions submitted by Rotarians in the audience. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
George Le Masurier moderated a question and answer session featuring County Commission candidates Karen Valenzuela and Pat Beehler, and Port Commission hopefuls Jeff Davis and Dave Peeler. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
As part of our club's literacy effort, twelve club members volunteered at the Book Fair held October 12-19, 2009 in Olympia, Washington. Centennial Elementary School Librarian Carol Wintercorn (wife of club member Gerald Pumphrey) provided the following summary of the fair and our volunteer activities....(read on!) |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Our guest today was Robin Pollard, Executive Director of the Washington Wine Commission. Robin provided an informative overview of the commission's functions, its relationship with the Washington wine industry and the rest of the trade, and the growth and changes in Washington wine over the past several years. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
With the City of Olympia's work on Rotary Point nearing completion, representatives from the local Rotary clubs made a visit to Rotary Point on Saturday, October 10 for photos to document the beginning of the clubs' hands-on labor on the project. Photos follow: |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
Dr. Angela Zechmann, a local bariatric physician specializing in obesity and weight control, presented information on the increasing obesity of Americans, and the nrgative effects of a high sugar and carbohydrate diet. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
Greg Miller is the owner of SafeAir, a local company specializing is airline safety cards and related materials for private and public carriers. he described the growth of the company and processes used to develop and distribute their products. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
New St. Martin's University preseident Roy Heynderickx provided an overview of the university, the depth and bread of its academic and athletic programs, its direction for the future, and some of the lesser-known features of the campus. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Last Thursday night numerous Rotarians, family and friends joined Patrick hub of the Olympia Wine Merchant for an introduction to the wines of Spanin. For $15.00 each we sampled 8 wines and enjoyed a variety of delicious cheeses and bread. Afterward, many of the attendees moved to Water Street Cafe to enjoy their wine purchases with no corkage fee. Another great event from our wine committee! Photos follow... |
| Posted by Bradley Hooper
Dick Nichols treated us to his annual overview and predictions on high school football, other sports, and his assessments of the "best ever" high school football talent. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Kudos to both our club and the West Olympia Rotary for another successful Spaghetti Bowl event. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed one of the most exciting games ever. Photographs follow..... |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
For our annual picnic lunch at the Schmidt Mansion, we enjoyed BBQ chcken and ribs from Dickerson's South Bay Barbeque, and were treated to informative presentations from Tumwater Mayor Ralph Osgood and Congressman Brian Baird. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
September 14 is International Literacy day. As witnessed last year with the "Battle of the Books" campaign, we have been big supporters of literacy efforts. Let's continue that effort this year. On 9/14, bring a new or gently used book (or better yet, books!) to Rotary. Your book will be donated to literacy programs in Thurston County, including the four Boys and Girls Clubs, Timberland Library, and the Adult Literacy Project. |
| Posted by Warren Carlson
Rotary Wine Tasting Event - The Wines of Spain We will hold our next wine tasting event Thursday, September 17th at the Olympic Wine Merchant downtown 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. -- Admission is $15 per person advance purchase. For details see a wine committee member (Dana Pethia, Craig Ottavelli, Ed Galligan, Phyllis Mandel, Debbie Draper, Ron Rants, Zale Crawford, Warren Carlson, or Larry Poplack). Special details follow... |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Our own Earl Hanson shared his experiences with the Group Study exchange team that recently visited the Dominican Republic. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Our guest, Olympia Mayor Doug Mah, discussed the current, future, and planned capital improvement projects, touched on the financial status of the city, and briefly discussed the council's position on the Capital Lake estuary debate. |
| Posted by Jack Belmont
On July 28th, the Rotary Dine Around group led by Warren Carlson met at the Community Kitchen located in the Salvation Army building on Plum street. The Carlsons, Crooks, Hansons, and Belmonts helped prepare, serve, and clean up for an evening meal. The group then proceeded to Warren's house and enjoyed a pleasant dinner and time of conversation on their patio. Just one more way we are combining Rotarian fellowship with service to our community. Photos follow... |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Olympia School District Superintendent Bill Lahmann provided a "State of Olympia Schools" presentation. He showed how the district is performing academically and addressing current budget and staffing challenges. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Last Monday, over 50 Rotarians and family members enjoyed a beautiful night at the Cheney Stadium with the Tacoma Rainiers baseball club. It was a special event for the Padget family since Reed Padget was chosen to throw out the first pitch of the evening. By the end of the night the Rainiers earned a 7-2 win over the Fresno Grizzlies. Players and fans went home happy and everyone had a great time. Thanks again to Oscar Soule for another memorable baseball event for our club. See photos below... |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
In preparation for our Rotary night with the Tacoma Rainiers baseball club, Rainiers' Corporate Sales Manager Adam Baker gave us a presentation about the team, and explained their role providing affordable family entertainment in the community. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Pat Rants and the rest of your Spagetti Bowl committee remind all members that the Spaghetti Bowl dinner and game are very early this year...Friday, September 11. If you want to order a T-shirt with the new logo (see below), please contact Judy Blinn this week. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Our guest speaker was Rob Barnes, founder and owner of Sensaria, a natural bodycare company based out of Shelton that employs over 40 people. Rob shared his vision for the company and the ways in which it differentiates itself from other body care products. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Last Friday we celebrated the official groundbreaking for Rotary Point at West Bay Park. Presidents of all the Olympia area Rotary clubs, District 5020 Governor Alex Alexander, Asst. DG Karen MCarthy, and other elected officials participated in this long-awaited event. Construction began this week. Read on for more event photos.... |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Last Thursday night we celebrated the "Out of the Box" wine event at the home of Larry and Susan Poplack. A good time was had by all. Read on for highlights and photos. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
New Rotary District 5020 Governor Alex Alexander and his wife Marnee visited our club and shared their goals for this Rotary year. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Our guest, Sam Mitsui, stirred us with his story of love for and service to America by the many Nisei veterans of World War II, including the bravery of the the Nisei 442nd RCT, a segregated combat battalion that was the most decorated unit in US military history. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Monday, August 3rd we've planned a club night out at the Tacoma Rainiers baseball game. Tickets are $10.00, and we need to place our club's order within a week. If you are interested in this event, DON'T DELAY! Contact Oscar Soule or Dan Lehuta this week to order tickets. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Guest speaker Marnee Obendorf shared her experience as part of a 2-week Rotaplast mission to the Philippines, changing children's live through surgical correction of cleft lips and palates. Marnee's presentation served as a heartwarming example of the difference Rotary is making worldwide. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
For Rotarians who are members of the Facebook, Seth Goldstein has created a "Rotary Club of Olympia" Facebook group to share photos, events, etc. This is intended to be in addition to, and not replace, the club web site. If you are a member of our club and also a Facebook member, you should have received an invitiation to join the Facebook group. Contact Seth Goldstein or Nate Naismith with questions or for more information. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Our club honored outgoing President Larry Poplack for his year of service, and welcomed new President Sean Padget. We celebrated our club's accomplishments over the past year and recognized those who have contributed to our success. |
| Posted by Robin Burt
Rotarians are invited to participate in The Evergreen State College Night with the Seattle Mariners, Rays vs. Mariners, Friday, August 7, 2009 - 7:10 p.m. This event includes both the pre-game cookout and the game itself. |
| Posted by David Auvinen on Feb 28, 2011
It's Lakefair time! We were treated to brief presentations from the local area high schools' five representatives to the Lakefair court. |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Oscar Soule provided his annual, thought provoking Earth Day presentation and assessment of environmental issues that affect all of us. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
We celebrated the achievements of outstanding Olympia High School students in our annual scholarship awards luncheon. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Our club's "Dine Around" evening fellowship activity continues to attract our members as evidenced by the recent Scottish Supper event hosted by Judy and Steve Henderson. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Court Stanley, President of Port Blakely Tree Farm, provided an overview of the diverse nature of the Port Blakely family of companies. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
New Public Lands Commissioner Peter Goldmark was our guest, and educated us on the challenges facing the management of Washington's public lands in the current economic climate. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
Our Rotary Exchange Student, Johanna Scheuba from Vienna, Austria, shared her experiences in America and information about her home country. |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
We shared a joint meeting with West Olympia Rotary to honor the recipents of the annual Dick Nichols Awards. This program awards 14 outstanding students (7 girls and 7 boys) representing the 7 local high schools in Olympia, Lacey, and Tumwater. The students are chosen by their schools on the basis of academics, athletic leadership, and achievement and involvement in community service. Each winner receives an embossed Rotary portfolio and a $1,000 cash award. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Michael Mucha, Director of Public Works for the City of Olympia, presented a program on sustainability, and the ways in which the city is encouraging citizens to reduce waste and more effectively utilize existing resources. |
| Posted by Sean Murphy
From President Larry Poplack - " I want to emphasize to our members the great opportunity to serve as a Group Study Exchange Leader to either Norway or Germany during this coming Rotary year. It is also important that our members think about recruiting young professionals between the ages of 25 - 40. " (from THE OLYMPIAN - 4/28/09) The Rotary Clubs of the greater Olympia area are seeking four professionals to visit Norway from May 15 to June 11, 2010, and four professionals to visit Germany from May 15 to June 13, 2010, as part of the Group Study Exchange program of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. |
| Posted by Sean Murphy
Since 1992, POSSCA's (Patrons of South Sound Cultural Arts) CAPS (Cultural Assistance Program for Students) has gifted area schools with more than 350 instruments and brightened the musical futures of hundreds of young talents. This year Rotary contributed another $13,000 to the CAPS program. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
Pete Swensson, Senior Planner of the Thurston Regional Planning Council, presented a program on changing demographics and economics in Thurston County. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
After reading the Literacy India article in the last Wheel while on vacation, new member Jewell Goddard wrote in to let us know he is planning to make a donation to Literacy India. "Thanks for sending "The Wheel" for the April 13th and 20th Rotary Club meetings. I especially enjoyed the information about the "Literacy India" project, and do want to financially support it." |
| Posted by Gary Marx
Dr. Juliet Van Eenwyk presented a talk on "Health Determinants of Health in Washington State". |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
The following article, submitted by Rajpal Duggal and Indraani Singh, describes the "Literacy India" project our club supported this year. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
On very short notice, Barbara Soule presented a very informative program on health issues related to infectious disease prevention and treatment. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
The club observed a moment of silence in honor of Mike Sharar, who died recently. The Australian GSE team visited our club and provided an interesting overview of forestry in their country and comparisons to the Pacific Northwest. |
| Posted by Kevin Farrell
New member Kevin Farrell is forming a new committee to organize an exciting Rotary event, the Blues, Brews, and Cruise festival. |
| Posted by Sean Murphy
Sean Murphy, Olympia Rotary Public Relations Chair, released the following press release regarding the visiting Groups Study Exchange members from Australia. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
This week's guest speaker was Mr. Gifford "Marco" Pinchot from Taylor Shellfish Farms. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
The Hawks Prairie Rotary Club is conducting their Fourth Annual Charity Hawks Prairie Rotary Golf Tournament to be held on Friday, May 15, 2009, on the Links Course at the Golf Club at Hawks Prairie. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Dr. Diana Yu described current trends and Public Health in Thurston County, WA. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Douglas Boling from Shipwreck Beads described the humble beginnings of this now very successful local business. |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Members were treated to a presentation on the new Chambers Bay golf course in University Place. The course has been chosen as the site of the 2010 U.S. Amateur and the 2015 U.S. Open tournaments |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Our first ever "Rotary Idol" talent show was held as a night meeting, and was a huge success! |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
University of Washington Men's Rowing Coach Michael Callahan gave us a history of the sport at UW, and insight into the lives of athletes on the team, and shared his experiences preparing for the Olympic Games. |
| Posted by Linda Spain
Luke Stedman was our guest speaker from I.P. Callison & Sons (IPC), the market leader in the global supply of premium mint oils, mint flavors, and mint-related ingredients. |
| Posted by Robin Burt
RJ Burt also announces the establishment of The Evergreen Alumni Entrepreneurs Association, a networking resource to share ideas and experiences among alumni entrepreneurs and the larger global community. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Our 1/29 evening wine tasting event at Water Street Cafe and Bar was a huge success, Dubbed a "fun raiser" and a "fund raiser," it was both, raising more than $1000 for the Rotary Foundation. |
| Posted by Renee Ries
Guest speaker Dr. James Brazil with the Olympic Dermatology and Laser Clinic, P.S. discussed current trends in dermatology. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Doctor James P. AuBuchon of the Puget Sound Blood Center talked about the important work they do to meet the area's blood needs. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Jack Belmont reports that, due to the success of the "Dine Around" activities, we are ready to begin a new round of dinners. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Rotarian Jeff Kingsbury will be honored on January 27 during the 2009 Distinguished Leaders Awards ceremony. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
We began our meeting at the Heritage Room with Steve Bean sharing his memories of the "Mayor of South Dakota," Bill Leonard, who passed away over the holidays. Diedre Clarke provided our program, sharing her experiences as an exchange student in Denmark. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Sue Elkins presented a program on Junior Achievement, explaining how Rotarians can teach Junior Achievement classes to high school students at local high schools through a partnership with the Olympia Rotary and the Olympia School District. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
Despite the snow and cold weather, Rotarians braved the elements to engage in a varitiety of charitable activities during the holidays. These included the traditional bell ringing for the Salvation Army, as well more direct volunteerism with the less fortunate in out community. |
| Posted by Linda Spain
Dr. Angela Bowen, President of Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB), established it in 1968 to provide human subject protection for her endocrinology research. Later, the Board reviewed a variety of research for other investigators in the local community and incorporated in 1977. |
| Posted by Connie Lorenz
Annual joint meeting of the Olympia Rotary and Kiwanis to support Christmas Forest, a fundraiser to benefit the Providence St Peter Foundation's mission to provide basic health services to those in need. The Olympia High School choirs and jazz band performed to everyone's delight. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
The "Three Amigas," Holly Mason, Patty Belmonte, and Pam Toal gave a detailed presentation on our Rotary Funds and how they are used. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
As President Larry noted at our 11/24 meeting, December is Family Month. It is often said that children are the future of the world. Healthy and happy children are key to achieving Rotary's goal of building international understanding and peace in the world. There is no better place to nourish a young mind than in a family whose basic needs have been met and who can spend time together. |
| Posted by Mike Neer
Norm Gerken and Tracy Duerfeldt provided background on the Rotary International Paul Harris Foundation and what our Rotary contributions fund. |
| Posted by Linda Spain
The new Cabela's store in Hawks Prairie was the focus for our November 10th program. Ed Smith provided a fascinating overview of store operations and insight into how this store is already #4 in revenue of all Cabela's locations. |
| Posted by Janice Wharton
Kim Dinsmore and Bob Wubbena were our speakers on the Jazz Festival and the Malawi Water Project on a day that found us in competition with a dog show for meeting room space. |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Rotarian Mike Motte of Capital Medical Center and Jim Leonard of Providence St. Peter Hospital provided a look at the present and future challeges facing our two local hospitals, and how they and their staffs are addressing them. |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Warren Carlson provided our program for the day, and shared photos and comments about the Group Study Exchange trip to Mexico |
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John Winn Miller of the The Olympian moderated a lively discussion between the Thurston County Commission candidates. |
| Posted by Renee Sunde
Thurston County Sheriff Dan Kimball provided an overview of the steps he and the Sheriff's Office are taking to address the county's budget shortfall. |
| Posted by Nate Naismith
On September 26, 2008, Past President Oscar Soule was honored by the Seattle Mariners as the 2008 "Fan of the Year." Oscar and his wife Barbara were joined by family from as far away as Boston and well-wishers from Rotary and The Evergreen State College for this special honor. |
| Posted by Michelle Shoemaker
Members enjoyed Rotarian John Hough's presentation on the recent GSE trip to Norway. Kim Dinsmore reminded all Rotarians to Buy Jazz Festival Tickets now!!!! |
| Posted by David Auvinen
Rotatarians observed a moment of silence in remembrance for the recent passing of fellow Rotarian George Tellevik. Our program featured a presentation by State Auditor Brian Sonntag. |