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Al Abbott, Gig Harbor Rotary 2012-2013 President, |
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Regan Gonzalez is our executive director. (540) 947-1386 tgonzo@centurytel.net |
| Posted by David R Morris on May 21, 2013
We have three potential members that have now been approved by the Board Sammi McCubbins, sponsored by Betty Felker, classification of Pastoral Care
Cynthia Kennedy, sponsored by Jill Guernsey, classification of Attorney
Kathy Delgado, sponsored by John Winslow, classification of Banking. Date of publication: 5/21/2013 Any comments should be referred to Dave Morris within 10 days following publishing. |
| Posted by Robert J Martin
Here is some information that should help you decide about attending this years District Conference. There is something here for everyone. I have been to at least 30 and in all that time, only one was disappointing, and at least 10 were outstanding. Going to my first conference changed my Rotary life. Why don't you give it a try and see what happens? Make your plans now. |
| Posted by Annie Arbenz on May 21, 2013
Invocation - Mary Grubbs
Pledge - Mark Roberts
May birthday celebration led by Walt Paulsen.
President Al reminded us of the District Conference next week and that our club will have two booths there. Please talk to Bob Martin or Buck Frymier if you are going and would like to help.
Stan Leibenberg read us a letter from Guatemala thanking us for our help with the literacy program down there. Pictures and letters were sent around the club.
Kevin from the Gig Harbor North club announced that the Gig Harbor HS Interact Club is having a car wash this weekend to help raise money for a polio hospital in Africa.
Keith Harris announced that the Flag Day celebration will actually be on Flag Day (6/14) this year and will be a great program. Keith then auctioned off a glass bowl from the auction for $100 to John Hopkins.
Alexa, a former exchange student to Bolivia, who was sponsored by our club in 2004-2005, came in to tell us about the amazing time she had and the opportunities that have arisen since her exchange. She passed around a photo book of her amazing experiences.
Frederik went to the LeMay Museum, and boating/clamming this week. His knee is coming along (some physical therapy) and he is hoping it's in shape to climb Mt. Rainier with Brady before he leaves in July. We hope so, too!
President Al told the club that Frederik needs a ride to the District Conference - let him/Frederik know if you have a spot!
Chris Myers did a fabulous fine session; a few red faces in the crowd this week.
Trent Jonas won 10 free tickets in the raffle; Bob Lutschg picked for - but didn't win - $592.
Joan Toone gave a wonderful (and personal) account of the history of polio and expressed her many thanks for all Rotary has done to help with its eradication.
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| Posted by Timothy Williams
Al's Gateway column is now on the website to your right. Check them out.
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| Posted by Pamela Peterson
We Recently completed a vision process examining what our vision of the club is.
VISION HAVE FUN – ENJOYOUR TIME TOGETHER –FELLOWSHIP IS IMPORTANT TO OUR MEMBERS LARGEST VOTE GIVEN TOTHIS AREA
Plus a lot more. See inside
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| Posted by Timothy E Williams on Feb 22, 2011
Gig Harbor Rotary has generously funded SIXTEEN Shelter Boxes for Rotary. (Boxes USA/4682-4691 & 11950-11955) Ten were used in Myanmar (Burma) July 3 2008. The other six were used in Haiti April 30, 2010. This is an ongoing Club project.
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| Posted by Annie Arbenz on May 14, 2013
Invocation - Fred Labayen
Pledge - Ben Paganelli
Lots of guests and visiting rotarians.
Gary Glein asked that we support the Gig Harbor baskets. Sign-up sheets to fund one or to volunteer to water baskets are on the tables. Talk to Gary with questions.
John Winslow updated us on what is happening with regard to the Interact kids' trip to Peru this June. There have been a lot of hang ups, but they are still planning on going but need to raise money to allow more kids to come. A representative from the Interact club came and told us that they are willing to do odd-jobs for anyone to raise money!
Daniela from Argentina emailed President Al with a mother's day wish for all of the Rotary mothers.
Many of our club members are going to the District Conference! President Al is proud and looking forward to the conference.
Next Wednesday (5/15) is the next board meeting - stop by!
Lee Smith won 10 free tickets; Ben Paganelli picked for hundreds but didn't win today.
No fines or happy bucks this week due to the program.
Betty Felker and Marcia Harris led the discussion on club assembly and strategic planning. Members broke into four groups, representing each committee, to discuss the goals of that committee and ask questions.
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| Posted by Timothy Williams on Jun 01, 2011
There are two new web based options for Rotarians: E Clubs, and Aps for your iphone. E Clubs are web based meetings that you can attend for makeups as well as just extending your Rotary knowledge. Click on E Clubs to go to a website showing all of the international sites. You can select United States (hit search again) and get just the 8 US E Clubs. Also available are two aps for iphone, one from clubrunner, and one from Rotary. Either will find local clubs and meeting times, but the Clubrunner is really neat in that once you sign in (same sign in and password as for our club website) you have instant access to our member list and contact info, including pictures, and to all the stories on the main page. Just search for Rotary in your Ap Store Ap. Call or email me if you need help. Tim Williams, tim@tewilliamslaw.com, 253-591-7088. |
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The Rotary Club of Gig Harbor Executive Board is held on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM at Cottesmore. All are invited.
This month June 19, 2013
Next month July 17, 2013 |
| Posted by Gary A. Glein
The "Non-Profit" Foundation was founded in 2006 to honor the lifetime Rotary work of Floyd & Sandra and to support International Humanitarian projects.Since then more than $80,000 has been raised for it's endowment. It's ten person Board of Direcotrs meets quarterly. The next meeting is January 24, 2008.The current Olson project involves support of a $139,000 water project in two poor Peruvian Communities. A trip to dedicate the water system is contemplated for Spring 2008.For information contact Board President Gary Glein (253-514-8152, gaglein@yahoo.com) or write to the Foundation at PO Box 342, Gig Harbor, WA 98332. |
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Bob Martin is the District 5020 Governor for the 2010-11 year. Bob has been a Rotarian since 1977 and has previously been Assistant Governor, on the District GSE committee, and has run the District Conference. He was President of the Gigi Harbor Club in 1989-90.He has retired so he can devote needed time to this important position. This of course is a really old post, since Bob has served his term and is now PAST DG. This is really a test of who reads the website. This is posted 10/12/2011, and the first person to call Tim Williams at 253-591-7088 will get a prize! (prize to be determined later)
As of July 2, 2012, Hal Barker and Peter Glein have noticed this. Anyone else? |
| Posted by Gary A. Glein
We are making progress, over $16,200 so far (since July) from 78 or 68% of our members (giving $100mor more). We are now near our goal of $14,250. Join our many members who support this wonderful program. Since the club founding we have contributed over $210,000, have 18 Benefactors ($1000 in will) and 132 Paul Harris Fellows. Wow!! "EVERY ROTARIAN EVERY YEAR" |
| Posted by Gary A. Glein
The Gig Harbor Rotary Club has two significant foundations. Gig Harbor Rotary Foundation Educational Scholarships Olson International Foundation International Service Projects Together they have more than $2.6 million in assets and fund about $130,000 per year. Learn more about them by clicking on the Site Page to the left. |
| Posted by Timothy E Williams
I know, you can't see this unless you got here in the first place!
Anyway, REVIEW YOUR INFORMATION - HOW TO GET INTO THE WEB SITE
Put www.gigharborrotary.com (copy and paste) into your browser.
Then click on LOGIN in the upper right side of the screen; If you don't remember your login name or password, click on FORGOT YOUR PASSWORD. Give your name and email and the system will send your id and password.
By the way (btw) you don't have to log in to get a lot of information!!! You can see the upcoming speakers, check out other coming events, look at the pictures of the Courage classic and the Philippines, and even check out the sites for other local clubs.
You can also login and get even more information, including a picture directory of the club, and the ability to send emails to everyone. Click on "Admin" on the upper bar after you have logged in.
If you need help, please feel free to call me at 253-591-7088, or email me at tim@tewilliamslaw.com. |
| Posted by Gary A. Glein
ClubRunner makes it easy to publish your eBulletin, and send to all your members and friends. |
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Click on "Speakers" and you can find details on our coming programs. Then to find out about our calendar of other events; click on "Events". Click again to get more details. Let us know if you have information you want on the website.
Don't forget coming Meeting committee metings listed in the "Events" area. |