Kid's Christmas Party

We had a good time celebrating the Christmas season with our kids and grandkids Tuesday morning. There was singing, face painting, bingo, and Santa with gifts for all

l the kids.

Program - Eagle Scout Project

Eric Holmberg introduced Cameron Headlee, a Boy Scout in Eric's troop who is working on his Eagle Scout Award.  He talked about scouting, and what it takes to attain the rank of Eagle Scout.

Cameron is starting his Eagle Scout project, and showed us what he plans to do.  He is helping the Humane Society by building things for the new cat colony room (shelves, platforms, walkways, beds, etc).  The cost will be $1,200 to $1,500, and we passed the hat to give him a donation.  He will lead others in the construction of the project as part of his requirement.

2015 Officers Elected

The following members were elected to the Board of Directors for 2015-16:

President - Wayne Massing
Pres-elect - Matt McColm
Vice Pres - Erin McCool
Secretary - Joanne Rosenthal
Treasurer - Lisa Tidd
Board Members (2-year term) - Taro Masuda, Ted Fukuzawa
Board Member (1-year term) - Maggie Nelson

Congratulations to you all.  We look forward to another productive year of Service Above Self.

Calling all Leaders

The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) program is a series of fast-paced, interactive, one-day courses offered to refine a Rotarian’s leadership skills and increase their base of knowledge in Rotary. Courses are fun, topical, interactive, and geared to busy business, professional and community leaders who want to be more effective leaders in their vocation and Rotary club, and more knowledgeable Rotarians.
Participants return to their clubs with enthusiasm, new contacts, fresh ideas, an increased understanding of their potential as Rotarians, and valuable skills impacting their potential leadership in the club.
The full program has three parts. It is best to take the parts in sequence however that is not always possible. Please discuss with the Registrar or any member of the Faculty.
The Rotary Leadership Institute was introduced into District 5060 in 2008. It is a grassroots training program that has been growing and expanding since 1992. Its purpose is to help future club leaders (not necessarily club presidents) to prepare for their club and community leadership role through a quality training and educational experience.
The course is going to be held right here in Wenatchee on January 17, 31 and February 14, 2015. If you have to miss one of the sessions, make up sessions will be available. The sessions will run from 8 am to 3:30 pm each of those days.
The cost is $85 for each session or $255 for all 3 sessions.  This is a great course for anyone wanting to become more educated in Rotary, and/or take on leadership roles.  Our club will reimburse for part of the cost.  You can register now online at the District website (www.rotary5060.com).

Christmas Party

About 50 members and guests attended the Christmas party at the Golf & Country Club Wednesday night.  Besides the wonderful salmon and prime rib dinner, the white elephant gift exchange was a lot of fun.  Gifts ranged from $25 gift certificate, Cougar Gold cheese, and wine to rubber band shooters and a fake rat in a trap.  Thanks to Bill McDowell and the fellowship committee for organizing the party.

Farewell Party

Several of our members showed up to say goodbye to Museum Director Brenda Abney and her family.  During the program, our club presented Gary Looney (Brenda's husband) with a shadow box filled with the Wenatchee Sunrise Rotary banner, pins and photos from his year as president of our club (2012-13).  We will miss Gary and his family and wish them well in Tempe, AZ.

Program - Sparrow Clubs USA

No, this is not a bird watching club.  Alan introduced Sam Cathcart, coordinator of the Sparrow Clubs USA
in Washington, who gave us information on what the clubs do.  The Sparrow Clubs USA is a charity that serves families with children in medical need or crisis by matching these families with a school or youth organization whose members perform community service to "earn" money for the family. Sponsorship are provided by businesses and community organizations.  Since 1995, the organization has raised over $3M, and helped about 1000 kids.  Over 300,000 hours of community service have been performed by young people in support of their "Sparrows".

Rotarian of the Month

President Carol awarded the Rotarian of the Month for November to Gary Looney.  Even though Gary has been gone to Alaska, he has continued to be involved with clubs there.  As a past president, he started many new ideas for our club including a Rotary Float for the Apple Blossom parades which has been used by clubs in other communities.  Gary helped start several functions with the other local clubs, started the dart board, and created a book on the first 25 years of our club.  His energy and enthusiasm serve as a model for Rotarians.  He and his family are moving to Arizona this month, and he will be missed.

November - Rotary Foundation Month

For Rotary Foundation Month, our TRF committee has been giving us information on Foundation programs the whole month of November.  They showed short clips outlining the areas of emphasis which are:

• peace and conflict prevention/resolution
• disease prevention and treatment
• water and sanitation
• maternal and child health
• basic education and literacy
• economic and community development