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Livingston Twilight Rotary presents THREE MEN and a TENOR - December 2, 2023 Three Men and A TenorLivingston Twilight Rotary (aka Rotary Satellite Club of Brighton Sunset) is proud to present THREE MEN and a TENOR - December 2, 2023 - 3:00PM at 2|42 Community Church in Brighton. Get your tickets before it sells out! $25 General Admission |
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Spread The Word! District 6380 INTERACT DAY November 11th! Developing communication and leadership skills have never been more important for our high school students. And just as important, is that we all support our future leaders.Please attend Interact Day with your Interact Group. And if you don't have an Interact Group- consider reaching out to your high school so that they may learn how Interact High Schools participate. |
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District 6380 DEIJ Committee Presents: The Four Layers of Diversity
The DEIJ Committee presents...  The Four Layers of Diversity, Ms. VeRonica Mitchell, Presenter Meeting date/time: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 7:00 pm over Zoom |
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WE LOVE ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE!! Hats off to Rochester Rotary Club! I'm excited to report the outstanding efforts of Rochester Rotary Club's own David Archbold and Tom Neveau in promoting our D6380 Youth Exchange Program in the Rochester schools and community. Multiple media, email and in-person Q&A opportunities were made available. With great response! Kudos and thank you for all your efforts. IS YOUR CLUB ENGAGED IN YOUTH EXCHANGE? BE A PART OF THIS IMPORTANT MOVEMENT IN BUILDING PEACE, FUTURE LEADERS AND ROTARIANS! Contact Pattie Courtney (Livingston Sunrise Rotary Club) pcjohn15@yahoo.com. |
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Chelsea Chelsea Rotary Club Presents "We Can Be Heroes"
The epidemic of addiction and overdose is the number one health crisis affecting this country today. Deaths caused by opioid overdoses increased 28% in Washtenaw County between 2020 and 2021, according to the Washtenaw County Health Department. The first steps in addressing this crisis are to recognize that it affects all of us and the need to work together to remove the stigma attached to addiction. Chelsea Rotary Club is taking an active role in addressing mental health challenges and their impact on substance abuse disorder. On November 9, at 7 pm, the Chelsea Rotary Club is hosting a must-see event in the Chelsea High School Auditorium (740 N. Freer Road,Chelsea, MI 48118) around a free screening of the documentary We Can Be Heroes (WCBH). This presentation is an opportunity to learn and hear stories of the links between mental health and addiction. |
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RC of Clarkston's Taste For The Holiday's! |
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Together, let's crush the Stigma on Mental Health!As I visit our Rotary Clubs, Rotary International President, Gordon McInally's theme of Create Hope In the World has truly resonated within all of us.  I am so very pleased to announce that Gordon will be joining us on a very special Mental Health Webinar: Rotarians- Make a Difference on Mental Health This webinar event will take place on October 10th from 7:00-8:30 PM ET. Registration and details are attached. Please Invite friends, guests, Interactors, Rotaractors, fellow Rotarians to attend! The participants are at the very highest level of their professions. I would like to thank my colleague, District Governor Tina Chapman, from the great state of Maine, for making this webinar possible. AS you will see- this event will cover many, many Districts throughout the world. I hope we can have great representation. Together, let's crush the Stigma on Mental Health- Col PS- One of the panelists will hopefully look very familiar to you! Collyer A. Smith Engaged Community Member Rotary 6380 District Governor 2023-2024 SE Michigan and SW Ontario, CA cell: 734-545-0644 -------------------------------------------------- Link to PDF Flyer to Share | Link to PPT Presentation |
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Rotary Youth Exchange is Back!
For the first time in 4 years, the Central States Rotary Youth Exchange Conference and Jamboree was held at Calvin University in Grand Rapids. Students and Rotary Exchange volunteers from 20 different districts gathered for one last training weekend filled with fun, inspiration and teaching. |
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Peace Committee: Beyond Their StoriesClick on the image to enlarge and use the QR code to register. The registration link is also below.  Use QR Code or this link to register: REGISTRATION
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Rotary Club of Chatham donates $250,000 to the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent The Rotary Club of Chatham is thrilled to present a cheque for $250,000 in support of theChildren’s Treatment Centre (CTC) Butterfly building campaign.President Jennifer Hill emphasized the importance of giving back to the community and supporting local children has always been a cornerstone of the club. One in five children in Chatham-Kent currently access the services that the CTC provides. |
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Rotary Day of Service w/ RI President Jennifer Jones and More! Last chance to register for a great Day of Service and Fellowship with Rotary International Leadership..Registration will be closing soon!
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Save The Date - July 13, 2023 - Meet The Governor |
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2023 Robert S Northrup Award presented to Dr. Nelson Edwards April 26 was a great day to be a Rotarian as RCAA presented the Robert S Northrup Humanitarian Award to Dr. Robert Nelson. Dr. Nelson was inspired to improve vision to people around the world, after visiting Haiti many years ago as an optometry student at Michigan College of Optometry.. He participated in an International trip with VOSH ( Voluntary Optometric Services to Humanity), a non-profit organization providing vision services to those who may not have the resources or access to vision care. Since that first visit, Dr. Nelson has made 50 trips with VOSH to Egypt, Kenya, Guatemala, Mexico, Dominica, Haiti, Peru, Latvia, St Lucia, Grenada, Panama, Jamaica, Wise, VA. and Detroit. After the Northrup Award presentation, Dr. Edwards shared his reflections about his work bringing better vision to many around the world. VOSH is an excellent resource to recruit optometrists for these vision clinics.  Dr. Nelson also recruits other professionals, Rotarians and volunteers to assist in the clinics. Many clinics see over 2000+ clients over 5 days. Services include eye exams, screening for eye conditions, and providing glasses to improve vision for all who attend. Dr. Nelson works with local Rotary Clubs in the country where the clinic is held. Local clubs arrange all the logistics for the clinic including location, advertising, necessary permits, and traffic flow through the clinic. Local clubs also provide follow-up to clients for glasses, medication, etc. Where possible, Dr. Edwards works with local Schools of Optometry, their faculty, and their students to increase the sustainability of the projects. Dr. Nelson also shared some photos and highlights of his clinic in Egypt, again working with local Rotary Clubs to bring these services to as many people as possible. Many of the Rotarian guests had participated in a vision clinic. Dr. Edwards has been a practicing optometrist for thirty years and is a Lieutenant Colonel, retired from the US Air Force. Dr. Edwards has been a Rotarian for 32 years. He is past president of the Fowlerville club, served as an Assistant Governor for District 6380 and he is currently a member of the Highway M 36 Rotary Club. Dr. Edwards truly demonstrates Service Above Self.
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Rotary Club of Ridgetown Members Receive PolioPlus Society Pins At its April 17, 2023 meeting, District 6380 Assistant District Governor Ken Corlett presented every member of the Ridgetown Rotary Club with both a certificate and a lapel pin recognizing them as members of District 6380’s PolioPlus Society. Ken noted that the Ridgetown club was the only club within District 6380’s 44 clubs that had 100% of its members donating to the PolioPlus Society. The purpose of the Society is to encourage Rotary members to give a minimum of $100 US a year to the PolioPlus fund until we achieve our goal of eradicating polio. Rotary International has been active in the elimination of polio worldwide for over 35 years and that eradication is so close to being complete. Rotary International volunteers have helped immunize more than 2.5 billion children against polio in 122 countries. The number of polio cases has been reduced by 99.9 % worldwide. Of the 3 strains of wild poliovirus (type 1, type 2 and type 3), wild poliovirus type 2 was eradicated in 1999 and wild poliovirus type 3 was eradicated in 2020. As of 2022, endemic wild poliovirus type 1 remains in two countries: Pakistan and Afghanistan. |
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Visit Rotary Projects In Guatemala Summer 2023Join us (Rotary Club of Ann Arbor) July 22 - 30 in Guatemala to visit Rotary International Humanitarian projects, Mayan Ruins and the UNESCO Heritage Site, Antigua, Guatemala. We will stay at the beautiful Jardines del Lago on lake Atitlan, visit Rotary projects, and more. The Rotary e-Club of lake Atitlan has arranged an optional volunteer activity to install a small solar system on a home that never had electricity. Contact John Barrie for more details. email: jsbarrie@gmail.com   |
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Tragedy at MSU hits close to home for Clawson Rotarians Clawson Rotary dedicated 2 Shelter Boxes destined for earthquake survivors in Turkey and Syria. Their caring donation is in memory of Alexandria Verner, a local victim of the February 13th shootings on the Michigan State University Campus. |
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Solicitation for Nominations Solicitation for Nominations: Robert S. Northrup Humanitarian AwardIn 2018, the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor created an award to be given annually to a person in the area meeting the criteria outlined below in celebration of the exceptional humanitarian service provided by Ann Arbor Rotarian Dr. Robert S. Northrup. Read more about it to nominate people you think would be great recipients!
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Congratulations Wendy Jones DGND (District Governor 2025-26) I am honored and pleased to share with you that the 2025-2026 District Governor Nominating Committee met this morning and chose Assistant Governor Wendy Jones of Anchor Bay as D6380 District Governor Nominee-Designee (DGND). I thank the Nominating Committee for doing their due diligence in interviewing a good set of qualified candidates which made the Committee’s decision very tough. Wendy Jones will hold the title of District Governor Nominee Designate (DGND) until July 1, when she will assume the title of District Governor Nominee (DGN). This announcement begins a 14-day period of publication for input and challenge prior to formal notice of Wendy Jones selection to Rotary International. Wendy has served as President of Anchor Bay Rotary during 2020-21 and 2021-22. Her club received the RI Presidential Citation for both years she was the President. She was also the co-chair of the Ukraine Fundraiser which raised $16,000 and was donated to Shelter Box. At present, Wendy is the Assistant Governor for 2022-23 for Sector 7 which includes Auburn Hills, Pontiac, Clarkston and Waterford Rotary Clubs. Wendy serves as one of the Ambassadors for the upcoming District Conference planned for May 5 – 7, 2023. Professionally, Wendy is a realtor of over 20 years in eastern Michigan. She is also the liaison for Real Estate One Chesterfield Charitable Foundation, which gives her the opportunity to work within her communities and surrounding areas on fundraising for nonprofit organizations. Wendy has worked and volunteered in her community since 1985 for many organizations and has received the Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce Gold Medal Award. She served as a board of director and ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce for several years as well as served on the community board for over 14 years. She also serves on Chesterfield Township Zoning Board of Appeals since 2014 and Board of Review since 2010. Please join me in congratulating Wendy Jones. Your Servant in Rotary Bala Murthy    Imagine Rotary With the Joy of Service and Giving District Governor 2022-23, RID 6380 President, Rotary International Travel & Hosting (ITHF) Fellowship Imm. Past Chairman, Rotary Yoga & Meditation Fellowship Ph: 248-930-1792 email: balamurthy1@gmail.com Happiness is when what you think, what you say. and what you do are in harmony. MK Gandhi The ultimate source of happiness is within us. Dalai Lama
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Egypt Eye Care Trip Highway M-36, Motorcycling Rotarians, Bleinuim, Ann Arbor North, Livingston Sunrise, Clarkston, and Lyon Area traveled to Egypt to help provide much-needed eye care. Click to read more!
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Ann Arbor Clubs Combine to help SEND HUNGER PACKING! On Saturday, November 5, the three Rotary Clubs in Ann Arbor and Kids Coalition Against Hunger (KCAH) combined to conduct an area-wide service project. Click to read more!
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Clarkston Rotary Shoes for KidsOn November 4 and 5 the Rotary Club of Clarkston will again be seen on the streets and stores of Clarkston “selling” their Clarkston Rotary newspaper, which describes the activities of their club over the past year. |
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One Rotary Summit Sept 17, 2022On Saturday, D6380 hosted the One Rotary Summit which was well attended by Rotarians across many, many clubs. District Trainer (DT) and PDG Karen Gabrys moderated a panel discussions which included District Foundation Chair (DRFC) Ashish Sarkar, District Membership Chair (DMC) Roma Murthy and District Public Image Chair (DPIC) Kat Dooley. |
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Imagine Rotary - A message from District Governor BalaHeartiest and Happiest New Rotary Year to all our Rotary Family and “Team - Imagine Rotary” as we begin our “Effectiveness to Greatness” journey. We will “Imagine Rotary In Our Joy of Service and Giving” throughout 2022-23. Each of our Club Presidents, Assistant Governors, District Chairs and their teams are excited to lead our Rotarians and bring all families together in our quest to serve our communities. All our events will be family centric and involve having lots and lots of fun while enjoying fellowship and working together. Please watch this 3 minute video on our onward journey together. Let the fun and service begin!     |
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Big House 5K Run — RCAA/HireMIVet Volunteers.On Sunday April 19, 2022 Rotary Club of Ann Arbor members faced the cold morning to volunteer supporting Hire MI Vet at the University of Michigan’s Big House 5K Run.  Click photo to see story. |
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Northrup Humanitarian Awardees Share Inspiring Stories'.On Wednesday, April 27, it was a great day to be a Rotarian as RCAA celebrated the Robert S Northrup Humanitarian Awards. Dr. Henry Maicki and Manish Mehta, PhD told inspiring stories of how their humanitarian service improved the lives of others.  Click photo for story. |
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Rotary Road Waste Warriors Take Out The Trash On Sat, Apr 23, 2022.Once again, Senor Sol smiled upon the Rotary Road Waste Warriors for the spring 2022 Adopt-A-Highway trash pickup on I-94.  Click photo to see story. |
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Rotary Club of Saline Maple Road Spring Clean-up.
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Rotary District 6380 Environmental Day Event 2022.On April 23, 2022, the Rotary District 6380 celebrated Earth Day by having an Environmental Workday at Vestergaard Farms located at 4408 S. Wagner Rd. Ann Arbor. Scott Nelson talked about Rotary's new seventh Area of Focus Environmental and a project he participates in called Plant Based Diet. Max Vestergaard talked about the Vestergaard Farm. It is a family run farm which practices pasture-based farming with rotational grazing, prioritizing the well-being of our livestock. Their animals are raised humanely, sustainably and processed locally. T.C. Collins then talked about Willow Run Acres and how he started his organization. Willow Run Acres offers educational/gardening classes for all skills/age levels, garden safety classes, yearly Potato Day Programs, food distribution, service the community with weekly/monthly clean-up sessions, gardening wellness sites, role modeling/mentor opportunities, and other community engagements. After the three talked the group went out to T.C. 's gardening beds and the Rotarian's wedded, mulched and moved beds. The day ended with a lunch with Jimmy Jone's Sandwich's, chips and cookies.  Scott Nelson (Rotary club of Ann Arbor North), T.C. Collins (Willow Run Acres) and Max Vestergaard (Vestergaard Farm and Market).
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Rotary District 6380 Environmental Day 2022 On April 23rd.On April 23rd the Rotary District 6380 celebrated Earth Day by volunteering in gardens at Vestergaard Farms.  Click photo to see story of the Environmental Day. |
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Roll Out Of The Rachel System.This week Rotary is rolling out Rachel systems to 15 schools in Soloma and Barillas Guatemala. This includes teaching the teachers. 4 schools of Barillas received their respective Rachel Library on April 21, 2022. This tool is equivalent to having 1 terabyte of info available. Or whatever it is we could print 1 million books coming on this library's hard drive. For Rotary District 6380's connection to Rachel Systems contact Peter Tanner of Chatham Rotary Club.  Click photo for Facebook post. |
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Monica Van Overmeer, Rotary Club of Saline Receives Saline Citizen of the Year Award.At its April 14, 2022 33rd Annual Saline Salutes awards ceremony and dinner, the Saline Area Chamber of Commerce awarded Monica Van Overmeer its Citizen of the Year Award. Eleven Rotary Club of Saline members attended the ceremony and dinner in support of Monica.  Click photo for story from the Saline Salutes event from Saline Area Chamber of Commerce. |
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The Rotary Club of Saline Joins the Saline Parks & Recreation's Springfest Hippity Hop Trail.On April 16, 2022, the Rotary Club of Saline handed out treats to local children and Rotary information to parents at the Saline Parks & Recreation's Springfest Hippity Hop Trail. Click here for Facebook post  Click photo to see article in The Saline Post. |
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Rotary Club of Chatham Raise Money For Shelter Box Canada.Rotary Club of Chatham raised almost $10,000 for ShelterBox Canada, to support relief efforts in Ukraine.  Click photo for Facebook post. |
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Painting With A Twist With Novi Rotary.Novi Rotary enjoying Painting with a Twist! Great fun for these budding artists.  Click photo for Facebook post. |
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Rotary Response To The Ukraine Crisis & How You Can Donate.Latest Update From The District On The Ukraine Crisis:  On April 19, 2022 our District Governor, Brenda Tipton, called a special Finance Committee meeting to review our efforts in the Ukraine relief. What we know:
Over five million refugees have escaped to other countries, but Ukraine is a country of almost forty-four million. So, thirty-nine million people are still in Ukraine without any hope for the future. They need direct help from us. Our District Rotary Foundation Chair, Ashish Sarkar, coordinated with the Foundation Committee, to donate $8,000 in direct relief for Ukraine. In addition, Governor Tipton asked our Finance Committee to review how they too can donate to Ukraine. After much review and due diligence, the Finance Committee voted unanimously to donate $24,000 in relief in our Ukraine efforts. The total amount approved by District 6380 is $42,000 in relief which will provide direct aid to Ukraine. This donation is part of a District effort and adds to the amazing efforts and personal donations already given from many Rotarians, the clubs and others to the Ukraine Disaster Fund as well as Shelter Box. In addition, District 6380 is finalizing plans for Rotary International General Secretary/CEO John Hewko as guest speaker at our Rotary 6380 District Conference - It's All About The Clubs!, on May 21, 2022 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. John’s Dad was a member of the Clarkston Rotary Club and was key to the creation of the first Rotary club in Ukraine. In addition to his Rotary International duties, John is a member of the Rotary Club of Ukraine. From John Hewko: A webinar on welcoming families from Afghanistan and Ukraine to the United States: Rotary International would like to invite you to an informational webinar regarding the welcoming process for families and people who are coming to the United States from Afghanistan and Ukraine. The webinar will include the following:
Webinar details: Date: Wednesday May 11 Time: 3 – 4pm ET Registration link: https://rotary-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rcl9oDP0Qh6g1uS0LEYLHg Want more, the following is more information and links that may interest you: Rotary Response:  10 million people have been displaced from the war in Ukraine and need support. You can help. Rotary members are using their connections to collect, ship, and coordinate the delivery of critical medical supplies to Ukraine. Two cargo planes packed with medical equipment, including an ambulance, have already flown from Chicago to Europe, where unloading and delivery to hospitals were led by members in and outside of Ukraine. See story called "Rotary clubs unite across continents to collect and deliver medial aid to Ukraine". Disaster Response Fund:  Option for Rotarians or Guests The Rotary Foundation Creates Channel For Direct Humanitarian Support In Ukraine Area: https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-foundation-creates-channel-direct-humanitarian-support-ukraine-region Disaster Response Grants:  Rotary Voices: Rotary's Network Enables Rapid Humanitarian Relief For Ukrainian Refugees: As refugees continue to flee the war in Ukraine, Rotary's network of clubs in surrounding countries work to provide humanitarian relief. From transportation efforts to coordinating food, water, and shelter-- members are working to provide aid in response to the escalating humanitarian hardship. To learn more about clubs' local efforts and how you can support CLICK HERE.
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Apr. 12- Anniversary of Announcement that the Polio Vaccine is "Safe, Effective, and Potent."John White sent this story about the Polio Vaccine and the University of Michigan. John also mentioned that he was one of the 1.8 million kids who were "Polio Pioneers." He still has his pin and card. Click newspaper for story.  Click newspaper photo for story. |
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Apr. 12- Anniversary of Announcement that the Polio Vaccine is "Safe, Effective, and Potent.""Safe, effective, and potent." With these words on April 12, 1955, Dr. Thomas Francis Jr., director of the Poliomyelitis Vaccine Evaluation Center at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, announced to the world that the Salk polio vaccine was up to 90% effective in preventing paralytic polio. Dr. Francis made the announcement to a crowd of scientists and reporters at the University of Michigan's Rackham Auditorium, concluding his two-year national field trials of the poliomyelitis vaccine developed by his former student, Jonas Salk. Francis was chair of the School of Public Health Department of Epidemiology where Salk did postgraduate training. Over 1,800,000 children participated in the field trials, which were unprecedented in magnitude. The event was held on the tenth anniversary of the passing of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, one of the most well-known victims of polio. This article is dedicated to keeping the story alive since it's been over 60 years since polio has been much of a concern to parents in the U.S. More complete background on the event that day is available from the U-M School of Public Health: https://sph.umich.edu/polio/. Also of interest is a 2005 Emmy-award winning 15-minute video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BfxpdzwXLA) and a 90-second newsreel from the day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LlDn_MQDkc. Even more information is available on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Announcement_of_polio_vaccine_success.  |
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Empowering Women Through Service Organizations Such As Rotary International.Late this Winter, DG BrendaK "Woo! Woo!" Tipton had the opportunity to write a viewpoint in her local paper the Livingston Daily. The article was on the topic of empowering women in social organizations. Click Brenda's photo for article.  Click Brenda's Photo for article. |
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Register to Attend: District 6380's Upcoming All Member District Environmental Work Day - 2022Finally SPRING is in the air and right around the corner WooWoo!! The District would like to personally invite you, your family and friends to this year’s Rotary District 6380 Environmental Work Days in both the US and Canada Saturday April 23, 2022. This District-sponsored all Member Work Day will celebrate, support and bring awareness to our Rotary's Seventh Area of Focus - the Environment. The District is having an outdoor hands-on project at Vestergaard Farms in Ann Arbor and request the participation of all District Rotarians, Family and Friends. Project Lead - Scott Nelson, snelson@usgs.gov, from Ann Arbor North. The day will include the following elements:
This project is a District Grant partnering Rotary Clubs with Willow Run Acres operated by T.C. Collins and Vestergaard Farms. Willow Run Acres area is an educational farm focused on teaching kids how to connect with nature and the origin of their food. CLICK HERE to see more information on the District Grant and T.C. Collins. Date: Saturday April 23, 2022 Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm Place: Vestergaard Farms Market, 4408 S. Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor MI 48103 CLICK HERE for Vestergaard Farms website CLICK HERE to register Saturday morning until 9 AM the forecast is for rain. This will not affect our work day but volunteers will get dirty. Please wear old clothes that you do not care if they get damaged or dirty.  |
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Register to Attend: District 6380's Upcoming All Member District Environmental Work Day - 2022Finally SPRING is in the air and right around the corner WooWoo!! The District would like to personally invite you, your family and friends to this year’s Rotary District 6380 Environmental Work Days in both the US and Canada on Saturday April 23, 2022.  Click flyer for story and registration information. |
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Rotary Response To The Ukraine Crisis & How You Can Donate.R. I. Statement on Ukraine Crisis: It is a tragic and sad time for the people of Ukraine and the world. At Rotary, we are deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Ukraine and the escalating loss of life and humanitarian hardship there. Continued military action against Ukraine will not only devastate the region, but also risk spreading tragic consequences across Europe and the world. As one of the world’s largest humanitarian organizations, we have made peace the cornerstone of our global mission. We join the international community in calling for an immediate cease fire, withdrawal of Russian forces, and a restoration of diplomatic efforts to resolve this conflict through dialogue. In the past decade, Rotary clubs in Ukraine, Russia and nearby countries have transcended national differences and have actively engaged in peace-building projects to promote goodwill and to marshal assistance for the victims of war and violence. Today, our thoughts are with our fellow Rotary members and others in Ukraine coping with these tragic events. Rotary International will do everything in its power to bring aid, support and peace to the region. Want more, the following is more information and links you may want to look at: Rotary Response:  Disaster Response Fund:  Option for Rotarians or Guests Disaster Response Grants:  Rotary Voices: Rotary's Network Enables Rapid Humanitarian Relief For Ukrainian Refugees: As refugees continue to flee the war in Ukraine, Rotary's network of clubs in surrounding countries work to provide humanitarian relief. From transportation efforts to coordinating food, water, and shelter-- members are working to provide aid in response to the escalating humanitarian hardship. To learn more about clubs' local efforts and how you can support CLICK HERE
Rotary Partners Efforts In The Ukraine Crisis: ShelterBox:  Right now, ShelterBox teams are in the process of working on three different projects: people who have fled their homes, but remain in Ukraine, People who have remained in damaged buildings in Ukraine and are in need of supplies that will help them survive and finally, ShelterBox will be supporting refugees who have fled to neighboring countries. The situation in Ukraine is changing so fast that I encourage you to go to the ShelterBox website to find out the latest in supplies being provided. Shelter Box website is at https://www.shelterboxusa.org. To donate to Shelter Box's efforts in Ukraine CLICK HERE. Habitat For Humanity: Habitat for Humanity the week of March 4th, began distributing hotel vouchers to families fleeing the violence in Ukraine as the humanitarian housing organization ramps up its efforts to reduce the vulnerability of refugees and meet their shelter needs in Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. For more information CLICK HERE. |
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Rotary Responds To The Ukraine Crisis & How You Can Donate.Rotary International has given individuals a way to donate to the Ukrainian Crisis through their Disaster Response Fund. Click on image below for Rotary International's statement, Rotary's response to the crisis and how you can donate.  Click image to see Rotary International's Statement, Rotary's Responds to the crisis and how you can donate. |
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Be Inspired...INSPIREX Presents "The Impact and History of Women in Rotary"We are so excited to announce and ask that you mark your calendar and attend our upcoming District 6380 InspireX Speaker Series Event This month the committee team will present "The Impact and History of Women in Rotary" This info charged event will be presented with videos and words from International Leaders as well as a panel of District 6380 Men and Women addressing your questions and giving their experience of the Impact that allowing Women to join Rotary has given. Messages from:
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Interact Day of Peace 2022.Calling all Interact Club members and friends. Join us at this first ever Rotary District 6380 assembly to discuss what young people can do to promote peace in their schools and communities. Guest Speakers Devankar Mukhi, Wayne State Center for Peace and Conflict Studies/Wayne State Rotaract Club founder and Reem Ghunaim, Executive Director for the Rotary Action Group for Peace/Rotary Peace Fellow will share their stories. Learn how you can be a part of next September's Peace Conference organized by the Rotary District 6380 Peace Committee.  Click flyer to register. |
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"Woo Woo" Inside Scoop- June 2022.See Team "Woo Woo" Inside Scoop.  Click image to see Team "Woo Woo" Inside Scoop- Final Edition June .2022. |
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Now you can Win CASHCASH BACK$$... For the District 6380 Conference The winner of the second CASHCASH BACK$$... is Melanie Moses. This years District Conference Registrations are filling up quickly. So to celebration your District Conference Committee Chairs offered a second chance which ended on April 15th to win a Cash back offering of $50.00!! District 6380 Conference Celebration "It's All about the Clubs and Members" This event is going to be an amazing time to reconnect, share ideas and have some much needed in person FUN! Date: Friday May 20, 2022 Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Place: Paradise Park Amusement Center 45799 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374 Date: Saturday May 21, 2022 Time: 8:00am - 9:00pm Place: Suburban Showplace Collection 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374 Specially blocked District 6380 Hotel Rooms can be reserved directly with the Hyatt Place located in the Suburban Showplace Collection 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374 . Make your Hotel Reservations at Hyatt Hotel or call 1-800-233-1234 Be sure to reference Group Code: G-RD22 Don't forget to Engage, Excite and most importantly HAVE FUN. I really look forward to seeing you all and hearing about your clubs at this soon to be amazing event and have also attached the flyer for distribution. WooWoo!! Detailed info for all activities can be found on our District Website: rotary6380.org The first winner of the WIN CASHBACK$$... SWEEPSTAKES that registered for the conference before March 15th was Paul Schissler. Congratulations! |
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Zone 28 & 32 Virtual Foundation Gala and Fundraiser.Celebrate our Rotary International Foundation: The Rotary Zone 28 & 32 Virtual Gala & Fundraiser Even. Let's Make History at our Rotary Foundation Zone Gala - 2022 Join our hosts, Rotary International Vice President Valarie Wafer, and TRF Trustee, Dean Rohrs, for our Fundraising Gala on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at 8:00 pm ET. Our hosts will be joined by RI President-Elect Jennifer Jones, Director-Elect Drew Kessler, and our MC for the evening, Past-Director Jeffry Cadorette.  To register or to make a donation click photo. |
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Rotary Club of Saline Produces Food Packets for "Kids Coalition Against Hunger".Pictured is the Rotary Club of Saline crew who participated in the "Kids Coalition Against Hunger" food packaging event at Christ Our King Lutheran Church, Saline, Michigan on February 19, 2022. Our group helped package 30,000 food packets, each 390 grams to provide sufficient nutrition for 6 adults or 12 children. They will be distributed locally, internationally and stored for disaster relief! "Kids Coalition Against Hunger" is a humanitarian food relief organization whose mission is to significantly reduce the number of hungry children in the USA and feed starving children throughout the world.  Click photo for story |
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How Does Your Rotary Membership Totals Measure Up?Ever wonder where our club compares to others in Michigan in terms of total membership? How about the total number of Rotarians in Michigan clubs compared to those in other states? Which clubs are the biggest in the US? Ponder no further. By clicking the photo below you will get the answer. Spoiler alert: You probably knew The Rotary Club of Ann Arbor is the biggest in Michigan. The runner up is likely one you won’t guess easily.  Click image to read the story. |
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Peace Committee Gun Violence/Prevention Seminar.The District 6380, 6400 & 6600 Peace Committees in conjunction with the Wayne State University for Peace and Conflict Studies will be hosting a District wide virtual Seminar on Thursday May 24, 2022 relating to Gun Control Violence and Prevention. This seminar is one of three Pre-Conference events "Taking Action for Peace" Conference slated for September 2022. This event is open to any and all Rotarians, family, friends as well as other Districts. To register: Go to Rotary6380.org or this link https://rotary6380.org/event/peace-committee-gun-violence-prevention-seminar/?fbclid=IwAR0pDPDysXNSYvRlxaWa0sNoAIz09NcTr1WMj2IubjadE9paCEQSo1149Cs  |
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Peace Committee Gun Violence/Prevention Seminar.The District 6380, 6400 & 6600 Peace Committees in conjunction with the Wayne State University for Peace and Conflict Studies will be hosting a District wide virtual Seminar on Thursday May 24, 2022 relating to Gun Control Violence and Prevention.  Click for more information and for registration. |
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What Will You Be Doing During Black History Month?What are you doing during Black History Month? Come to the Black History Month Speaker Series.  Click flyer for more information. Go to Ypsilanti Rotary Club website at https://ypsirotary.org/Page/upcoming-events for Zoom link |
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District 6380 Peace Assembly For Youth (Virtual).Postponed Until April How can youth become peace influencers in their schools and communities? The District 6380 Interact Committee and Peace Committee are joining forces to host a virtual conversation. All youth are invited to participate. Attendees must register (Click on flyer below) in order to receive the Zoom link. For questions or more information, contact Cynthia Hill (cynthiajoyill@yahoo.com) or Mary Sloan (marymsloan@comcast.net). Date: February 13, 2022. Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm  Click flyer to go to events page to register. |
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Bloomfield Hills Rotary - Holly National Cemetery Cleanup.This morning, the Bloomfield Hills Rotary Club went out to the Holly National Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery to help participate in the big clean up of thousands of wreaths for the conclusion of the big Christmas charity even “Wreaths Across America.  Click photo to see Facebook post. |
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The Four Way Test.The Origins of the Four-Way Test
The Four-Way Test was adopted by Rotary in 1943, but it had been around since 1932 when it was coined by Rotarian Herbert J. Taylor when he was asked to take charge of a company that was facing bankruptcy.This 24-word test for employees to follow in their business and professional lives became the guide for sales, production, advertising, and all relations with dealers and customers, and the survival of the Club Aluminum company is credited to this simple philosophy. After it was adopted by Rotary, the Four-Way Test has been translated into more than a hundred languages and published in thousands of ways. Click here or on the image below for the Story Behind the Four-Way Test, in Taylor’s own words.  Click The Four Way Test image to see Rotarians Herbert J. Taylor's own words. |
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Taking Action for Peace Conference: Pre Event Meeting.Taking Action for Peace Conference: Upcoming Pre-Conference Events: The September 23-24, Taking Action for Peace Conference will include a number of pre-conference events. The first, on January 26, is hosted by District 6400's Peace Connection. Click image below to register for the pre-conference event. District 6380's Peace Committee will host the next program on February 24, on Preventing Gun Violence. Mark your calendars and join us!  Click image for link to register for the pre-conference event. |
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Mount Clemens Rotary Distributes Checks to Charities.At a recent Mount Clemens Rotary Club meeting of the club where checks were distributed to a number of charities.  Click photo for the article from Macomb Daily |
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"ICU Upgradation" For Sane Guruji Hospital in Hadapsar, Pune (India).Rotary Club of Ann Arbor North, Rotary Club of Detroit and Rotary Club of Pune Metro‘s, partners again in a Global Grant project titled “ICU Upgradation”, which was inaugurated Dec 18, 2021 by D3131 Governor Rashmi Kulkarni at Sane Guruji Hospital in Hadapsar, Pune (India). The project has helped this community hospital serving many rural poor of Maharashtra with significantly enhanced new medical treatment facilities. The ever-energetic Past President Rotarian Makarand Phadke was instrumental in organizing this needed project, which got completed in record time, in anticipation of COVID’s Third Wave…    |
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"ICU Upgradation" For Sane Guruji Hospital in Hadapsar, Pune (India).Rotary Club of Ann Arbor North, Rotary Club of Detroit and Rotary Club of Pune Metro‘s, partners again in a Global Grant project titled “ICU Upgradation”, which was inaugurated Dec 18, 2021 by D3131 Governor Rashmi Kulkarni at Sane Guruji Hospital in Hadapsar, Pune (India).  Click photo for story |
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Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation’s Position Statement on COVID-19 Vaccination.The latest statement from Rotary International and the Rotary Foundation position on COVID-19 Vaccinations is here.  Click photo to see Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation's Statement |
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Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation’s Position Statement on COVID-19 Vaccination. Dear Rotarians, We see the decision to vaccinate as a civic and humanitarian imperative. Rotary is not a political or religious organization, it is a service organization and this is the lens through which we are advising you of our position.
Regards, Shekhar Mehta John Germ President, Rotary International Chair, The Rotary Foundation CC: RI Board of Directors & Directors-elect, TRF Board of Trustees and incoming Trustees, District Governors-elect, Club Presidents-elect, Regional Leaders, COVID-19 Task Force, International PolioPlus Committee, Communications Committee |
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Announcement: District 6380 Nominated District Governor 2024-2025.Announcement of the District 6380 Nominated District Governor 2024-2025 by the District 6380 Governor Nominating Committee.  Click Sharna's photo for Story |
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Announcement: District 6380 Nominated District Governor 2024-2025. I am honored and privileged to announce that longtime Rotarian and member of the Rotary Club of Auburn Hills, Past Assistant Governor and current Regional Membership Lead Sharna Hatcher, will serve in this esteemed role leading our District in the year of 2024-2025. Sharna will hold the title of District Governor Nominee Designate (DGND) until July 1, 2022. She then will assume the title of District Governor Nominee (DGN) serving as the District Governor Nominee in 2022-23, District Governor Elect in 2023-24 and District Governor in 2024-2025. Also confirmed is PDG Jane McManus, who will fill the position of Vice Governor for 2022-2023. BrendaK "WooWoo" Tipton District 6380 Governor 2021-2022 |
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Discover New Horizons, at Rotary International Convention in Houston.Houston, which calls itself “the city with no limits,” reflects the limitless impact of our work in Rotary. Create change within yourself, your community, and the world. Join your family, friends, and fellow Rotary members and explore what’s possible at the Rotary International Convention. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you’re bound to find inspiration throughout the convention. It’s an experience unlike any other Rotary event, and it will renew your commitment to service and leadership. Make new friends and connect with old ones while exploring the diverse city of Houston or the House of Friendship. Make global connections that ignite local action at all the convention events. Don’t miss your chance to Discover New Horizons and join us in Houston, Texas, USA, 4-8 June 2022. Registration for the Convention: Rotary International Conference 2022 - Houston, TX Please go to: http://www.riconvention. District 6380 Designated Convention Travel Agent 2021-2022 for Flight Travel Assistance: Leslie Koehler, Brighton Rotary (leslie@brightontravel.net) ( District 6380 Group Booking  Click photo for more information & to register. See Host Organization Committee website for Houston RI Convention at https://www.houstonri2022.org/ |
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Discover New Horizons, at Rotary International Convention in Houston.Join your family, friends, and fellow Rotary members and explore what’s possible at the Rotary International Convention. Don’t miss your chance to Discover New Horizons in Houston, Texas, USA, 4-8 June 2022.  Click photo for more information and to register. |
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Rochester Partners With Accra-Spintex Rotary To Light Ghana.The Rochester (MI) Rotary Club, and the Accra-Spintex Rotary Club, completed a solar power project in the Alokpassta Chips Compound in Nkwanta South District, Ghana.  Click photo for press release. CLICK HERE for article from The Oakland Press called "The lights go on: Rotary clubs install solar panels to bring electricity to Ghana district". |
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Fowlerville Rotary Hosted The 70th Annual Dawn Patrol!On September 12th, Fowlerville Rotary hosted their 70th annual Dawn Patrol!!! Rotarians and other volunteers get together to serve a KILLER breakfast for the entire village.  Click photo for Facebook post. |
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RCAA Cleaning Up Ann Arbor.The environment is a significant area of focus for Rotarians across the globe. Admirable efforts are underway to address environmental issues with education, policy, and through the support of activities that improve sustainability and create a synchronicity between our communities and the environment. |
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Rotary District 6380 At The Detroit Free Press Marathon.On October 17, 2021 Rotary District 6380 volunteered at The Detroit Free Press Marathon. The group of Rotarians keep the runners hydrated by giving them water.  Click photo for Facebook post |
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Foundation And Membership Celebration Gala.Foundation and Membership Celebration Gala is November 9, 2021. Lets celebrate our Foundation and Membership teams from District 6380 and District 6400. Your hosts, Governor BrendaK "WooWoo" Tipton (6380) and Governor Aruna Kousik (6400), are planning a fun evening with auctions, 50/50, awards and much much more! Live Auction items and photos of items:
Also included in your registration is your chance to purchase 50/50 Raffle ticket of which if chosen will have the option of Cash or one of the AUCTION ITEMS! This celebration evening will be unlike any other and will feature incoming Rotary President Elect Jennifer Jones and PolioPlus Director Michael McGovern guiding us through an evening of recognitions, fundraising, auctions, re-inductions, and much much more The Rotary Foundation’s mission is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, good will and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education and the alleviation of poverty. We have the ability to come together and make a huge impact. Our Foundation is very unique in the way that it is structured. The money that is given to the annual fund this year is invested for three years and will come back to the District in the form of District Designated Funds. This is how our District Grants are funded. CLICK HERE for tickets and more information.  Click image to purchase tickets and get more information. |
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End Polio Now Special Event.Please Join Us Virtually for a conversation with noted FDR author, James Tobin October 20 at 7:00pm Tickets required. Admission cost is a donation of any amount. Your donation will go directly to PolioPlus. Admission ticket bundled with a signed copy of your choice of books is also available.  For more information and to purchase tickets click on photo |
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Rotary International Approves Support For Global Grant In GhanaRotary International (RI) approved earlier this year a global grant submitted by RC of Ann Arbor. This grant will build three elevated borehole water Kporkuve Community in the Volta Region of Ghana in West Africa,  Click photo for story. |
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Rotary Club of Saline Maple Road Litter Pick-up.Picture below is Angi Petraszko, Jim Datson and Janet Dillon, some of the Rotary Club of Saline crew who picked up litter along a two mile stretch of Maple Road from Textile Road to Ellsworth Road, one of the gateways to Saline, on October 2, 2021. The club has now completed its third calendar year of clean-ups under the Washtenaw County Road Commission Adopt-A-Road Program!  Click photo to learn more about Adopt-A-Road Project. |
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Rotary Club of Ann Arbor Welcomes New Members.On Thursday August 26th, the Rotary Club Membership Committee hosted a reception for new Rotary members at the Carlyle Grill in Ann Arbor. Thirty-five members enjoyed a delightful event at which new members were joined by Club Directors and leaders.  Click photo for full story on new member celebration.
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District 6380 and Detroit Marathon All Member Event - Register Today! I am very excited to announce, our upcoming all member, friends, family district supported event volunteering at this year's Detroit Marathon 2021. Yes, our District will be traveling to the city of Detroit on October 17th to promote Rotary District 6380, as well as support the runners and especially cheer on our fellow Rotarian runners at this Year's Detroit Marathon - WooWoo!! Myself and Lake Orion Sunrise Rotarian and Director of this year's Marathon's Hydration Stations Julie Barnes Mauer, are teaming together to man support water stations throughout the course. We want to engage as many District clubs as possible to display their Rotary District banners and other marketing material and promote our Rotarian Service above self passion all the while supporting and providing the runners with fluids at assigned stations along the course. Wow what could be more fun and exhilarating for all of us spending the day outside with thousands and thousands of your BEST friends doing good for others as we cheer on our fellow Rotarian runners and keep all runners hydrated! I encourage you ALL to sign up today even our Canadian family if possible pending border crossing and bring your family, friends, club members to this fun and exciting event in Downtown Detroit. District 6380 and Detroit Marathon All Member Event - Register Today!! Date: Sunday October 17, 2021 Time: 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM Contact: Julie Barnes Mauer (julie.barnesmaurer@gmail.com) (phone (248-830-7270) REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: District 6380 & Detroit Marathon. Lastly as an added bonus for volunteering we will all receive a Detroit Marathon Fleece Hooded Jacket - Wowsa!! So hurry and sign up today and plan to attend our first meet on October 5th that you will be getting more info regarding soon. WooWoo this will be so much fun!! BrendaK "WooWoo" Tipton District 6380 Governor 2021-2022 |
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District 6380 and Detroit Marathon All Member Event - Register Today!District 6380 will be traveling to the city of Detroit on October 17th to promote our Rotary District 6380, as well as support the runners and especially cheer on our fellow Rotarian runners at this Year's Detroit Marathon - WooWoo!!  Click photo for more information on volunteering at the Detroit Free Press Marathon.
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ARC – Anti-Racism Committee- Working To Identify, Describe, & Dismantle Racism.The ARC - Anti-Racism Committee of the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor invites you to join us in our efforts to further the cause of racial understanding and reconciliation, and to combat the deep-seated problems of racism in our society. ARC is the vehicle that the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor has formed to pursue our goal: to accelerate the "arc of justice." We hope that Rotarians throughout the District will join us as we search for solutions and educate ourselves to be more aware, and to be better allies to those who face the challenges of racism every day.  To learn more about ARC click on image. If your Club is involved with similar activities we’d like to hear more. Contact us or join one of our meetings. They’re thoughtful, lively, and always civil. The next meeting is September 14th at 1:30. For other meeting dates and zoom links contact Marcia Lane: mlane0407@gmail.com. We hope you’ll join us! |
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Rotary Club of Saline Inducts New Member at its August 26, 2021 Club Meeting. At its August 26, 2021 weekly meeting, the Rotary Club of Saline inducted Jeff Williams into its club. Jeff, an Ann Arbor native, is the recently named Executive Director of the Saline Area Chamber of Commerce.  Click photo for article.
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Tilbury Rotary Club Participates in Local Gleaning Project.Barry and Jennifer White participated in one of our ongoing projects to support local food banks. In partnership with Chatham Kent Public Health, local farmers allow volunteers to glean produce from their fields after harvest. Jennifer and Barry have been providing the Wheatley, Blenheim and Tilbury Food banks with fresh produce for the past 3 years. Today, we harvested tomatoes, corn and zucchini. Other days cabbage, squash, beans, kale, onions, peppers and cucumbers.  Click photo to see Facebook post.
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Tibury Rotary Club Participates in Local Gleaners Project.Barry and Jennifer White participated in one of our ongoing projects to support local food banks. In partnership with Chatham Kent Public Health, local farmers allow volunteers to clean produce from their fields after harvest. Jennifer and Barry have been providing the Wheatley, Blenheim and Tilbury Food banks with fresh produce for the past 3 years. Today, we harvested tomatoes, corn and zucchini. Other days cabbage, squash, beans, kale, onions, peppers and cucumbers. Click photo to see Facebook post.
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Interact of Clarkston At Work.Clarkston’s new Interact Club is staying busy and visible in the community. Most recently they worked with The Lakeview Cemetery Restoration Project to clean and preserve gravestones in the local cemetery. They held a can and bottle drive and donated $350, half their proceeds, to the project.  Click photo for story.
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Lyon Area Rotary Participates in South Lyon Kite Festival.Lyon Area Rotary Club displays rotary spirit at the annual South Lyon Kite Festival. Club members showed up in full force after missing a year due to Covid-19 pandemic.  Click photo to see Facebook post.
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Lyon Area Rotary Sells Cotton Candy and Finds New Members.Randy Bizer, Lyon Area Rotarian interacts with his community while selling Cotton Candy. During the two day event two prospective new members stopped by and visited with us.  Click photo to see Facebook Post.
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Rotary Club of Saline Hosts 2021 Scholarship Awardees And Their Parents At July 15th Club Meeting.At July 15, 2021 weekly meeting, the Rotary Club of Saline hosted four outstanding 2021 Saline High School graduates who were awarded one thousand dollar Rotary Club of Saline scholarships at the June 2, 2021 SHS Senior Awards Night as well as their parents.  Click photo for story.
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Come Check Out IFMR-NA (International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians - North America).Here is a video from The Rotary Club of Motorcycle Rotarians which is a District 6380 Club. By the way, did you know all members of The Rotary Club of Motorcycle Rotarians are also members of The International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians.  Click image for video.
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Hootin' In The Park.M-36 Rotary revived an annual Pinckney event with a series of concerts in the park gazebo.  Click photo for story,
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Come Check Out IFMR-NA (International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians - North America).Here is a video from The Rotary Club of Motorcycle Rotarians which is a District 6380 Club. By the way, did you know all members of The Rotary Club of Motorcycle Rotarians are also members of The International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians. |
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18th Annual Rotary Club of Ann Arbor Golf and Tennis Outing.Rotary Club of Ann Arbor are pleased to announce that our 18th Annual Golf and Tennis Outing will take place on Monday, September 13th, 2021 a new venue, Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center in Plymouth, MI. The featured speaker of the evening will be Jack Harbaugh.  Click flyer for story
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Troy Rotary At The Great Balls Of Fire Chili Cook Off. |
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Troy Rotary At The Great Balls Of Fire Chili Cook Off.Troy Rotary participated in The Great Balls of Fire Chili Cook Off and won second place and had lots of fun.  Click photo for Facebook posts.
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Registration Now Open for the Members Summit August 17th.Welcome to the New Rotary Year! Did you know that August is Rotary Membership month? I am so excited to let you know that we will be hosting the D6380 Members Summit on August 17th starting 6:30pm - 8:00pm via Zoom. Why should you plan to be at the Members Summit?
The Summit is for ALL Rotarians who are interested in helping their clubs to grow and reach out to potential new members in the communities who have a passion to serve. Register and attend the Free Members Summit and AVOID any FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)! Click here to Register https://rotary6380.org/event/district-6380-membership-summit/ Note: the summit will be virtual so that our Canadian family can join us. Hope to virtually see you there! Roma Murthy, D6380 MembershipTeam Excite....Engage...Have Fun! Register |
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Registration Is Now Open for the Membership Summit August 17, 2021.Registration for District 6380 Membership Summit is NOW OPEN. The summit is August 17, 2021, from 6:30 PM-8:00 PM.  Click flyer for more information.
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Meet BrendaK "Woo Woo" Celebration & Picnic.What a beautiful rustic setting of Camp Talahi in Howell, MI for installing our new District Governor for 2021-22 Brenda ‘WooWoo" Tipton, who took over July 22nd from Governor Karen Gabrys.  Click photo for Facebook post.
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Meet The District Governor BrendaK "Woo Woo" Tipton Celebration and Picnic. |
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Waterford Rotary Welcomes Rotary International Director of Polio Plus Dr. Carol Pandak!Join Waterford Rotary Club on July 27th to see Dr. Carol Pandak talk about Polio Plus Initiatives.  Click photo for story.
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Rotary District 6380 Mailing Address. |
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Team "Woo Woo" Inside Scoop, July 2021.How exciting is this our first bulletin of this amazing Rotary Year!!  click on image for bulletin
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Link Between, Diet, Mental Health, and Addiction.As you know, we have developed a District-wide Mental Health Committee to support, provide information, and do all we can to e-race the stigma on mental health issues. An organization that is supporting mental health issues is FAN- Families Against Narcotics, they are having a special session, and speaker, to discuss the Link Between, Diet, Mental Health, and Addiction. The event is Monday, July 12th at 7:00 PM.  |
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Link Between, Diet, Mental Health, and Addiction.As you know, we have developed a District-wide Mental Health Committee to support, provide information, and do all we can to e-race the stigma on mental health issues. Some of you participated in our Mile A Day Challenge with over a dozen mental health organizations engaged in our mission. One of the mental health organizations that participated is FAN- Families Against Narcotics. They are having a special session, and speaker, to discuss the Link Between, Diet, Mental Health, and Addiction. The event is Monday, July 12th at 7:00 PM. Here is the link: Click Here to Register For those of us that struggle, or have family members that are struggling- this seminar would be most beneficial. I hope you can join us. |
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Pandemic Responds: Friends in Need."Pandemic Relief for Detroit Michigan Reverse Global Grant 2014854". This article is from The Rotary Magazine, July 2021 issue, written by Kris Vire. An international relationship came full circle when clubs in India provided aid to Detroit at the start of the pandemic.  Click on photo for article. |
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Mount Clemens Rotary 100 years, PLUS 1 Gala Event.Celebrate 100 years, PLUS 1 of history at Mount Clemens Rotary Club's Party of the Century! This fantastic black tie gala event will be held at Villa Penna Banquets and Catering in Sterling Heights, Michigan on Saturday August 14th, 2021. Enjoy champagne, cocktails and appetizers, as well as an elegant dinner while you mingle with the legendary Nancy Lopez and friends to help raise money for the community.  Click on image to go to Party Of The Century website.
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Ride Don't Hide/ E-Race The Stigma.Past District Governor Barry Fraser and other Rotarians are participating in Ride Don’t Hide (RDH) of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) this year! Please read story and support.  click on image for story. |
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Ride Don't Hide/ E-Race The Stigma. I wanted to update you all on our District 6380 Mental Health Committee's Initiatives. As part of E-RaBce The Stigma- our Canadian Colleagues have been providing awareness and support with their Ride Don't Hide throughout Canada. Past District Governor Barry Fraser, who started our District's Mental Health Initiative during his District Governorship, shares the passion in E-Racing the Stigma. Mental Health is one of the break-out sessions at the International Convention- and "Wellness in a Box" program being shared with Rotaract and Interact- will become more visible in our District. Barry and I had a zoom call with Rotaracters in Ottawa, Canada- providing 'Wellness in a Box" to schools- Past District Governor Barry Fraser and other Rotarians are participating in Ride Don’t Hide (RDH) of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) this year! By the way-Ride Don't Hide started in Vancouver in 2012. To connect you toward support click this link: https://cmha.donordrive.com/ If you are looking to direct people to connect to the general Ride Don’t Hide page, they can find out more information by visiting: www.ridedonthide.com/ Would appreciate your support toward the CMHA. Barry Fraser PS: “1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness but 5 in 5 of us have mental health. So many of us don’t feel like ourselves these days. With the pandemic, we have all experienced the impacts of school closures, lock downs, social isolation and economic insecurity to some degree. Every year, CMHA Lambton/Sarnia/ Kent/Chatham takes part in “Ride Don’t Hide”, an event that brings people together raise awareness and funds for mental health.
With a rally of support from Rotary Clubs in Kent (6) and Lambton (5) Counties, this year Ride Don’t Hide has evolved into a virtual event. Participants are encouraged to set individual or team goals, track their activity, raise funds, spread the word and participate in weekly challenges throughout June. Whether you bike, walk, run, meditate or practice self-care, you can track your activity and stay connected with your team and sponsors using the Ride Don’t Hide mobile app. So set your own goals and move in your own way, on your own time, and know that it all rolls up to more timely, more accessible mental health help when people need it. Find your walking buddy and join your neighbor's to raise money, raise your heart rate and raise your spirits! Barry Fraser Fraser & Associates Rotary District 6380 Governor 2017/18 Chatham Ontario 519-351-0328 ‘Providing Sustainable Agri-Enviro Solutions  Join Leaders | Exchange Ideas | Take Action |
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Food Truck Friday in Pinckney.Food Truck Friday in Pinckney with Rotary participants.  click on photo for story and more photos. |
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How To Submit a Story To The Rotary District 6380 Website.The process of submitting a story to the Rotary District 6380 website. Send following to media@rd6380.org
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Birmingham Rotary honors Veterans at City Memorial Day Ceremony.On Memorial Day, the Birmingham Rotary Club participated in the City's Memorial Day Ceremony in Shain Park. The City leaders led those gathered in remembrance of the brave military personnel who have lost their lives protecting our great Nation's freedoms. Club military veterans were honored with all those present who served our great country. Club members presented a wreath at the Marshall Fredricks War Memorial Monument.  |
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Birmingham Rotary honors Veterans at City Memorial Day Ceremony.On Memorial Day, the Birmingham Rotary Club participated in the City's Memorial Day Ceremony in Shain Park. Club members presented a wreath at the Marshall Fredricks War Memorial Monument.  Click on photo for story.
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Warren Rotary Club at Cruise53 and Food Truck Rally.Warren Rotary Club was at Margaritaville on June 5th. It kicked off Summer! with a fun event in beautiful downtown Warren. The event was called Cruise53 and Food Truck Rally.  click on photo for story or CLICK HERE for monthly bulletin. |
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Rotary Youth Exchange Student Relishes Her Experience.The following article is from Kandace Mink, a Rotary Youth Exchange student. It was in response to a message sent to several dozen such students who are on RI's list of "Alumni" with addresses in District 6380. In addition to former Youth Exchange students, RI's list includes Rotaractors, Interactors, Ambassadorial Scholars, and Group Student Exchange participants among a few other smaller categories. The list includes about 500 names dating back several decades. Over half of the entries have an email address which facilitates electronic contact. Here's what she wrote: Thank you for your email! Yes I was an exchange student during 2015/2016 from Birmingham, MI to Taiwan! To this today, I am forever grateful to Rotary & the experience you all provided for me, it was life changing quite literally. I met so many different people & my mind blossomed in ways I could never have imagined without that experience. Through Rotary, I have made life long friends who I can connect with even to this day, no matter where I go. I had a french exchange student in my home as well who was from Rotary who is to this day my best friend who I call my sister as well. Through her, I got to go to France myself & that sparked me living in France these last 2 years working as an Au Pair there. While in France, I was able to meet many exchange students I had gone on exchange with!! Without Rotary, I wouldn't be where I am today, I would have never moved to France or have the mindset I have today. Currently I am in Texas but hopefully I'll have my ability to go abroad again- Rotary sparked my forever lasting passion for being immersed in new cultures, languages, and way of life. My experience in Taiwan at 16 years old, altered my life & I have seen fragments of how it has every single day since I left. I truly can never express enough gratitude to what Rotary has done for my life & I can say the same for all the exchange students I have met (I even randomly bumped into Rotary Exchange students while in Bolivia this past November!! And it is amazing how Rotary Exchange students will always have that connection, no matter if you knew them before or not.) Thank you all greatly! Sincerely, Kandace    |
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Rotary Youth Exchange Student Relishes Her Experience.The following article is from Kandace Mink, a Rotary Youth Exchange student. It was in response to a message sent to several dozen such students who are on RI's list of "Alumni" with addresses in District 6380.
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Meet Governor "WooWoo" Picnic and Celebration.Here's a fun opportunity to celebrate our incoming District 6380 Governor BrendaK "WooWoo" Tipton as she begins her year! This family-oriented event will offer all sorts of games, great food, friendship, fundraisers and more. We'll gather outside at Camp Talahi near the Brighton Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan. Very casual attire is requested and come to have fun!! Date: July 22, 2021 Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click Here or on invite to register.  Click Here to register. |
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Rotary International 2021 Virtual Convention.The 2021 Virtual Convention will be better than ever, opening more innovative opportunities to learn and to engage with the family of Rotary, near and far. You’ll be able to network in virtual lounges, meet new partners in service, and join fun activities with Rotary members from around the world. Register today, the convention is June 12-16.  click on photo for story. |
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Clean Water for GhanaRotary International Approves Support for Global Grant in Ghana (March 19, 2021) Kofi Gyan from our Club’s International Humanitarian Projects Committee is the lead for a Global Grant recently approved by Rotary International! The project addresses the critical need for clean and potable water for the Kporkuve United Community in the Volta Region of Ghana. It is made up of nine adjoining villages with a population of about 12,000 people. Three mechanized boreholes similar to the one pictured here will directly impact 4,000 members of the community. Currently, the community depends on a dam that was dug many years ago. The dam dries out quickly during the dry season and contains waterborne diseases making it unhygienic for community use. It also depends on two hand-dug wells that pose safety and hygiene issues, wells that are inadequate to serve the population. People in adjoining villages travel long distances to fetch water. Many of them–often students–queue for hours to fetch water before going to school. To address the shortage of potable water the community is at the mercy of a commercial water tanker that comes to the community twice a week. Community members pay for this water, often with the financial assistance of the Kporkuve United Community Welfare Union (an organization of community members now living in Accra). The importance of a reliable source of water for the Kporkuve United Community cannot be over emphasized, particularly in light of the current pandemic crisis. The host club, The Rotary Club of Ho, has selected Tedson Drilling & Construction, Ltd. to build the boreholes that will be strategically located in the Kporkuve community. The boreholes will provide 30,000 liters (10,000 per unit) of water at a time and will solve the perennial water problem. The International Humanitarian Projects Committee is deeply grateful for the support from members of our Club, District 6380 and The Rotary Club of Mount Clemons for making this project possible. In Ghana the projects is supported by the host, The Rotary Club of Ho; The Rotary Club of Kumasi East, Kumasi Rotary Club, District 9102 and the Kporkuve United Welfare Union.  Borehole similar to the three to be constructed with this Global Grant. Mary Avrakotos International Humanitarian Projects Committee Rotary Club of Ann Arbor (315) 806-0689 Cell |
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District News - March-April 2021The Utica/Shelby Rotary is proud to be able to support these very worthy organizations in our community!  click image for story. Novi, Northville and W Bloomfield RCs sprucing up Maybury State Park  click on image for more photos Novi Club makes blankets for kids in hospitals  click on image for more photos RC of Birmingham completes its Maple Road Cleanup  click on image for more info Milford Rotarians Take Care of Veterans Memorial in Central Park  click on image for more photos Livingston Sunrise RC completes home improvements at The Amber Reineck House  click on image for more info Holocaust Survivor donates mezuzah to Rotary District 6380  click on photo for story Warren RC Brightens Easter for Children  click on photo for story Global Grant Approval for Ghana Water Project  Click on image for full story Birmingham RC donates to Hope Warming Center  Click on image for more information
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Birmingham Rotary donates to Hope Warming CenterMembers and friends of The Birmingham Rotary Club donated much needed supplies for Hope Warming Center in Pontiac. In a campaign led by Rotarian Carol Peterson, Rotarians and their supporters collected numerous supplies on Hope's basic supplies "Wish List". Donated supplies were gathered in the Birmingham area and packaged up at Rotarian Linda Hatfield's Birmingham Bloomfield Credit Union workplace. On Monday, March 15th, Carol and other Rotarians dropped off the collected items to an appreciative group at Hope Warming Center. Hope Warming Center is a non-profit organization helping those in the Pontiac area who are homeless and in need of comfort. support and shelter. Hope's website offers information on how to help and volunteer. For further information on Hope visit their website at hopewarmingpontiac.org The Birmingham Rotary Club is a non-profit service organization focused on service related projects in Southeastern Michigan and Internationally. Rotary clubs from around the globe are widely known for efforts to eradicate Polio from existence and bringing Clean Water to impoverished areas throughout the world. For more information on Birmingham Rotary visit their website at birminghamrotary.com  Rotarians organize donated supplies for Hope Warming Center at the Birmingham Bloomfield Credit Union. Left to Right, Marsha Kovacs and Linda Hatfield.  Delivery at Hope Warming Center. From Left to Right, Dave Peterson, Carol Peterson and David Underdown |
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District News - February 2021Nuevo Edén Guatemala gets water and sanitation system. Home of the Casa Colibrí medical clinic soon to have reliable water source, supported by several 6380 clubs.  click on image for progress report with photos. Waterford RC sends $5000 for Masks for Pakistan Polio Project  click on image for more photos and thank-you letter from Pakistan
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Waterford Club Purchases Masks in PakistanWaterford club sends $5000 to purchase masks for Polio Project in Pakistan My Dear Friend Rotarian Ginger, I had been meaning to write earlier as we placed the order for washable masks when we received funds from your club. I am enclosing an invoice from our vendor called Galactic Cosmos. The total order quantity is 26,000 units @ Rs. 30/unit = Rs. 780,000. The amount we received from your club converted to PKR 788,987. The difference of 788,987 - 780,000 is PKR 8,987 or approx US 56. This amount we use to transport masks to other provinces via courier or postal services. The masks were sent to Rotarians who are members of the Pakistan National PolioPlus Committee across the country, and hand over to the front line workers in their respective communities. We also provide masks to the four Provincial Emergency Operations Center (EOC) who are incharge of deputing the polio vaccinators during campaign rounds. Here are a few images of polio vaccinators (men and women) engaged in administering polio drops to the children of Pakistan; a mix of pictures in the house to house campaign as well as Rotarians who hold health camps post NIDs to ensure no child has fallen through the cracks during the campaign, missing the opportunity of OPV. Thank you again for the arranging quick support and generous contribution of expediting funds for this noble cause. Best Aziz Aziz Memon Trustee 2020-24, The Rotary Foundation   Mother bringing a child forward for OPV  Patient being checked by doctor  Polio vaccinator giving OBV NIDs |
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District News - January 2021Pandemic Response Fund Allocates $62K to Reduce Impact of Covid.  click on image for Final report of the Pandemic Response Fund. Pandemic Relief for Detroit update  click on image for update #8 and here for update #7 with video New Interact Club formed by Clarkston Rotary  Click on image for story
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BellsBirmingham Rotarians Ring Bells.  Over 30 Birmingham Rotarians rang the "Bells" for the Salvation Army in Downtown Birmingham. Total collections exceeded $850 for the Red Kettle Campaign. Photo captures (left to right) Birmingham Rotarians Marsha Kovacs, Dave Underdown, Joe Valentine and Joe's children Griffin (6), Brooklyn (3) and Paige (5) |
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District News - December 2020Over 30 Birmingham Rotarians rang the "Bells" for the Salvation Army Ann Arbor North contributes to Ososa Micro-Credit Scheme  Click on image for updated story. And click here for video Milan Rotary Preparing Christmas Baskets  Click on image for information and to contribute Lake Area RC's Holiday Coat Drive  Click on image for story M36 Rotarians helps the Farley Hill Food Bank  Click on image for information and more photos Wallaceburg Rotary donates $10,000 to WDSS’ PSW program  Click on image for story Pandemic Relief for Detroit  Click on image for report Wallaceburg RC donates $10,000 to Wallaceburg PSW Program  Wallaceburg RC disbanding after 75 years  click on image for news article Ann Arbor RC North Partnership with Community Action Network  Click on image for update on partnership  M36 Rotarians helping at Gleaners  Joyce Joyce Honored in Dominican Republic  click on image for more information |
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District News - December 2020aOver 30 Birmingham Rotarians rang the "Bells" for the Salvation Army Ann Arbor North contributes to Ososa Micro-Credit Scheme Click on image for updated story. And click here for video |
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District News - November 2020Wallaceburg RC Donates $10,000 to C-K Hospice  West Bloomfield Interact Club plants Purple Crocuses for Polio  Wallaceburg RC donates $10,000 to Team Hoyt for racing wheelchairs  West Bloomfield RC Distributes Books and Pencils to Pre-school Students  Team Turkey 2020 feeds 1000 people  C-K Rotarians help collect The Gift click on each image for stories and information about The Gift    M36 Rotarians Cram the Cruiser for Farley Hill Food Bank.  Rotary Club of Ann Arbor North Leading Pandemic Relief for Detroit  click on image for more information District Mask delivery for Magnolia on the Lakes Assisted living in Keego Harbo  And more masks, this time for WellBridge in Pinckney  And yet more for Vina Dental in Livingston County  And Livingston County Catholic Charities  Click on images for more information  Click on image for more information  Team Turkey moving ahead. Troy, Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Lakes Area and Sterling Heights Rotary Clubs will again feed families in need this Thanksgiving!  click on the photo for an article about Lake Area's involvement click here to volunteer of for more information. Rotarians turn Farmington purple to fight Polio  click on image for press article Installation of Scarlet's Playground benches from Lake Area Rotary  Chatham Kent Public Health Unit promotes Chatham Sunrise COVID prevention video.  Click on photo to see the video |
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District News - October 2020Volunteer Drivers needed as Team Turkey gears up  click on image for more information. Pizza for Polio around the District click on images for more information      Click on image for article on Warren Rotary Club's efforts The drawing sold for $200   And click here for the Pizza for Polio photo library from Chatham Rotary International President Nominee Jennifer Jones  click on image for video of the meeting Mount Clemens Rotary Club supports food drive  click on image for article (which covers both the above photo and the next one) Anchor Bay Rotary Club donates $3000 to help disabled students  Click for more information West Bloomfield Rotary Helps Pave Way For Universally Accessible Playground  click on image for more information Members First Summit - breakout sessions redone on Oct 10.  click on image for summit overview and links to recordings on YouTube. click here for recording of Oct 10 breakout sessions. Rotary donates N-95 masks to West Bloomfield schools  click on image for full story  click on image for meeting overview |
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District News - September 2020Mount Clemens helps children in foster care.  click on image for more information And announces raffle winners and gives away $60,000 to community nonprofits  click on image for video Members of the M36 club help prepare backpacks for kids  click on image for more photos and information Dr Nelson Edwards leads eye care mission to Kenya  click on image for more info 100K Mask Challenge Continues This time in Livingston Country’s own Vina Dental Outreach Facility  click on image for more information West Bloomfield School District accepts Rotary Mask Donation  click on image for more information |
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School supplies Today Lakes Area managed to continue a traditional that began two years ago, albeit, with a twist. Marilyn Violet Foundation provides organic health and school supplies, packpacks and even a pull over fleece for at risk and special needs students in Detroit. We generally take the products to the school, tote it in, set it up and allow the youth to make personal selections. It is a high point in their school year. With COVID-19 consideration this year member Pam Jackson collected all the materials in her garage, set up production tables in the garage, on each side of her driveway and in her front yard. We masked up, broke into groups of two and took a station. These pictures don’t look like we were social distancing but we were until the last minute or two where our packages were collected and stashed for later delivery to the school where they will be safely distributed to the kids. We merged together for a quick group picture and retired to Pam’s spacious deck for some wine, cheese and savory treats and where social distancing was easy! We enjoyed being able to do this and had great fun. It was the first time most of us have seen each other in over 5 months. Our next project Is most likely Team Turkey. As Brenda would say, Woo Hoo! Can you spy an AG in these pics? (Click on photo for more photos)
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Growing A Community’s Future, Sierra LeoneAs we grapple with the Pandemic here in the North America, it is important to keep our global partners in our hearts and minds. We are in the midst of a Virtual Review for a Global Grant project that has been supported by many of the clubs in our District. The project is taking place in Bumpeh Chiefdom, Sierra Leone and is entitled “Growing A Community’s Future.” At its conclusion 60 acres of orchards will have been planted providing a sustainable source of income to assure that every child in the Chiefdom receives a secondary education. The project will also provide funding for a Hospital Benevolent Fund to support villagers unable to pay for services. Here is an eloquent letter from Chief Caulker. His vision and leadership has inspired the project. My dream for a better future for my Chiefdom is gradually becoming a bold reality. The dream calls for the empowerment and transformation of Bumpeh Chiefdom through quality education to produce a viable middle class capable of efficiently delivering desired services and goods. Today, the Chiefdom boasts a sixty-acre Orchard of diverse economic tree crops that will mature in three years time for harvest. The Orchard will fetch income to support and sustain our education program at least for the life time of the trees (many 20+ years), and even further with a solid plan for tree replacement and orchard expansion. Furthermore, CCET-SL identified the development of a total of fifty acres of inland valley swamp (IVS) that is ongoing. Already eleven acres of IVS for growing vegetables and rice have been completed with this grant, and will be utilized to generate annual income to cover routine orchard operating costs. The demonstrated success of the initial eleven-acre IVS planted with this Rotary Global Grant is attracting government attention. We hope to build on this interest to solicit support for expanding and developing the full fifty acres. We plan to use this as a demonstration site to train local people in improved growing techniques and in the design of their own IVS for year-round water access. The community has been energized by seeing these accomplishments. They have begun to take leadership of their own personal development agendas. In short, they have been urged by the emerging circumstances to double their efforts and become more steadfast to their commitment to grow economic tree crops. They’re recognizing this not only can this yield near term income, but provide support to sustain them in their retirement. Farmers are requesting chiefdom land be approved for their own small orchards and asking for tree seedlings from CCET-SL’s nursery. This all points to a future where cottage industries can add value to local produce by processing fruit into pulp and juice, grinding cassava into gari and milling rice. This can be the basis for a growing middle class based on agriculture business. Rotary International, acting on the initiative of the Ann Arbor club, and together with Sherbro Foundation, all in the USA, are the pillars behind this huge achievement. Their support and funding of the programs implemented by the CENTER FOR COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT AND TRANSFORMATION have not only been fruitful but instructive on the way forward in mobilizing community members for current and future development encounters. The less I speak on their interventions the better for managing space in this statement. Therefore, my Chiefdom Administration, citizens, and myself heartily thank Rotary International, Ann Arbor Rotary Club and Sherbro Foundation for their most cherished contributions to advancing our aspirations. Our present achievements would not have been possible without them. We recognize that their interventions are most assuring, and we also wish to assure them of our unflinching commitment and participation at all times for our own good. We love and look forward to working with them and to meet their expectations. P.C Charles Caulker
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A Race to Erase Mental Health Stigma
The event will include a marathon (26.2 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K, 5K, and a Kids Run. All events are walker friendly! A portion of each registration will be donated to mental health focused organizations. In addition, there will be a Health and Wellness Expo, the day prior, where approved mental health organizations will be offered free booth space. Space is limited-
In 2019, over 2,500 participated in the race- primarily from Michigan, Western Ontario, and Ohio. We hope to have even more in 2021!
There are several ways you can help: To apply to be a featured charity, click here To sign up to participate in the race, click here To sign up to volunteer for the race, click here To make a donation, click here
Please feel free to forward this information to others in your group, a mental health organization, or individuals, who might be interested in participating in this event.
Thank you again, everyone, for your help. Since losing our son Cam January 12, 2018 - your support on mental health awareness means a lot to us. Annie and Col Smith |
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Message from Rotary Presidents
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District Governor MessagesMay 23, 2020  Dear Fellow Rotarians Today join me in celebrating the life of PDG Keith Koke. Mr Rotary, as many would come to know him throughout our community, Keith exemplified what Rotary stands for ‘Service Above Self’. Keith and his wife Marty were truly guided through life by living the ‘Four Way Test’. Keith’s dedication knew no boundaries, whether he was assisting on a National Immunization Day, fundraising for Shelter Box, or travelling countless hours to charter new clubs. The Rotary Club of Livingston Sunrise refer to Keith as the Godfather of their club as Keith travelled from Chatham to Livingston County by 7am every Friday morning for nearly three months. Let’s all take a moment to share our thoughts, our memories and share a moment of silence to hounour PDG Keith Koke ! In Prayer & Peace ‘Sparky’ Don Leonard Rotary Club of Chatham Past President 2014-2015 District Governor 2019-2020 April 27, 2020  Dear Fellow Rotarians I just finished a call with Assistant Governor Phil McPeek. Phil wanted me to know that Janet passed away last night. He asked that I notify the members of District 6380. Phil reminded me of how Janet shared so much love and kindness each day, she was so proud of being a Rotarian, and greatly proud of her time as Governor and the good work our Rotary Foundation. Janet’s passing was truly unexpected as she was scheduled to return home later today, even though Janet’s death was not related to the COVID-19 pandemic, it will effect the way we celebrate her wonderful life and offer support to Phil and all of Janet’s extended family. Rotary has truly lost one of the kindest, gentlest most caring souls as heaven welcomes an angel that leaves behind a legacy of Service Above Self. Let’s pray together and be thankful, that we were blessed to have known Janet, I know she assisted me in many ways to be a better person, Rotarian and Governor for our great district. Peace "Sparky" Don Leonard Rotary Club of Chatham Past President 2014-2015 District Governor 2019-2020 ----------------------------- April 7, 2020 Dear Fellow Rotarians I hope this message finds you, your family and all District 6380 members home and in good health. If you are a front line worker, doing your best to keep us safe I applaud you from the bottom of my heart! A District COVID-19 Disaster Committee has been formed and they have been actively working on a plan, where we can help our health care workers. We have applied for and received a $25,000.00 Rotary International Disaster Grant, the District has put up an additional $20,000.00. With this seed money we will be purchasing N95 masks to be distributed to hospitals through out our district. Joyce Williams Ann Arbor North has been selected the point person who will prioritize delivery based on recommendations from the Michigan Community Service Commission. The following is a list of hospitals that we are focussing on to start. Henry Ford Beaumont St Joe UofM Chatham Kent Health Alliance Vineet Katial will be handling the purchases as he has an excellent contact in China that will be producing the masks for us and shipping them to Vineet for distribution. We have set up a special COVID-19 Disaster Fund link, individual clubs and members can assist in providing much needed personal protection equipment to our front line health care workers by clicking here. Our District is not a 501C3 and therefore we can not issue tax receipts, if you prefer a tax receipt possible donate to your club and they can forward the funds to the district. To help with this most urgent need now simply click the link below. Now is the time to give, "Sparky" |
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Birmingham Rotary ProjectsFrom the Birmingham-Bloomfield Eagle of December 18, 2019    |
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More on Upcoming EventsDistrict Celebration, originally scheduled for May 8-9 2020 has been cancelled!  Click on image for more information. Mount Clemens Rotary Club 100-year Gala Celebration Rescheduled for August 14. More information to follow. |
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Dexter supports Shelter BoxDexter Rotary and Interact Clubs raise money for Shelter Box The Interact Club is partnering with the Dexter Rotary Club to raise money to donate to Shelter Box Disaster Relief. Members of the club will be in the lunchroom for the rest of the week accepting donations. People receive one raffle ticket per dollar donated, and prizes include a giant teddy bear, a basket filled with candy, and a $25 Starbucks gift card. Please help out our Interact Club with making a donation.
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Livingston for KenyaLivingston Sunrise Rotary Club
Congratulations to our own Elias Stich, Exchange student from Germany. Elias had a dream to join the Eye Clinic team to Kenya in January. Within a month, he has raised $4800 selling soccer balls, which will go with them for the children in Kenya. Elias is very excited about this trip and opportunity. And very grateful to everyone who helped make it happen. We look forward to hearing all about your great adventure. Way to be a Rotarian Elias!👍
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District News - Decemberb 2019Davisburg Rotary's annual Christmas basket program.  |
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ReinoutRienout von Martels named 2019 Agriculturist for Chatham-Kent  The Ridgetown Rotary Club is extremely proud of member Reinout von Martels for being named the 2019 Agriculturist of the Year, for Chatham-Kent, Ontario. Below is a brief summary of Reinout’s career. Reinout began his farming career during a difficult period, the early 1980`s, when high interest rates and poor crops took a toll on everyone including his young family. But they persevered by starting a small seed cleaning business to generate additional income and diversify. Interestingly, Chatham-Kent produced 40% of Canada`s soybean crop during those years. Though extremely difficult, that period provided for a lot of learning, encouraged innovation and strengthened the community of Chatham-Kent farmers. At this time also they started conservation tillage. New equipment designs, more research and new herbicides allowed them to become better and more profitable at this. It also allowed farmers to expand their acreages. Reinout was a committee member of the Kent Federation of Agriculture during the 80’s, participating in their meetings and helping to focus on the political challenges affecting many of them at that time. The following decade the 1990`s, he gave his time as a committee member to the Kent County Soybean Growers Assoc. At the same time as his participation with the Soybean Growers Asoc., he was on the board of the Ontario Seed Growers. Reinout was a member of this board since 1993 and served as president in 2000. Through being involved with the seed business, he initiated the development of a computer software called “TagIt”. In 1982 he started a small custom seed cleaning business for local farmers. They brought in their soybeans, wheat, oats and barley to be cleaned. This business grew steadily and through it allowed him to become a pedigreed seed producer and ultimately became a “select” grower, one who can multiply seed from a plant breeder. This business was expanded in 1996 by forming a new seed company, Southwest Seeds, alongside three other shareholders. Soybeans were processed, packaged and loaded in containers and sent by truck and rail to be shipped to Japan, Malaysia and Singapore. Throughout the years since1986, Reinout has been a very active member of the Rotary Club of Ridgetown, holding office many times, including his current position as treasurer (for last 4 years). Rotary is an international service club that helps the community as well as on a national and international level. Our Club helps youth in leadership training, as well as providing support to Rotary International which helps the under privileged and is known internationally for its work towards eradication of polio. Over the years with Rotary, Reinout and his wife hosted seven international exchange students who lived and studied at Ridgetown High School for one academic year. Finally, to quote Reinout, “A farmer’s chance for success can be influenced by staying involved in their community and by reaching out to fellow farmers for input and discussion. I have always strived to keep my neighbours close and consider them friends in this ever challenging career of farming.” The Ridgetown Rotary Club would consider that Reinout has embodied the same philosophy during his many years with our club. |
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SeniorLunchThe Novi Rotary Foundation, hosted the Holiday Senior Luncheon  It's official! The big guy said I was "NICE" all year! No take backs!! 😇The Novi Rotary Foundation, hosted the Holiday Senior Luncheon @Novi Middle School on Dec 5. Over 75 guest were treated to 7th and 8th graders performing holiday songs of cheer. Special thanks to City of Novi Derek S., Novi School District Darby H. Chartwells Evol G. & Staff. Thank you all the student servers and NCSD transportation, gift bag doners Chris S. Of State Farm, Kelly H. Of Diversified Members CU and John O. of O'Brien & Sullivan Funeral Home and Kat D. of National Food Group, the Novi Rotaty Club President, Bev L., And everyone who work to make this event a success year after year. And a loving thank you to the Rock Star of the event SANTA! |
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Calendar In August, Rotary Club members visited many villages and schools in remote NW Guatemala to see the work being done at Casa Colibrí and see the RACHEL WiFi literacy project in action. The group put together a photo 2020 calendar to chronicle the visit. Copies are available for $20 Cdn or $15 US. If Sparky is visiting your club in the next while - email him to request that he bring calendars. Otherwise, please send your order, accompanied by your address and a cheque made out to the Rotary Club of Chatham to: Guatemala Calendars Chatham-Kent Public Library 120 Queen St. Chatham, ON N7M 2G6  All proceeds will go to further work in Guatemala.
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District News November 2019Dresden Seniors Dinner |
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District News - October 2019Rotary Club of Mount Clemens Wine and Cheese Party to kick off 100th Year Anniversary (see above)  Ann Arbor Volunteer Income Tax Assistance  The Rotary Club of Ann Arbor is a major sponsor, and supporter with volunteers, of the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Tax program operated with the United Way of Washtenaw County. Click the image for a slide presentation of our results from last year: |
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Tour de LivingstonHowell Rotary's Event of the year- 11th Annual Tour de Livingston /Howell/2Bikers.jpg) The Tour de Livingston ride provides an opportunity for our riders to enjoy outstanding fall colors during the peak color season in southeast Michigan. This fully supported ride includes hospitality tents, a full breakfast, snacks along the route, and a hearty meal prepared by the chef at Mt. Brighton. All proceeds from this event help to: bridge the gap for local hardworking families struggling to meet their most basic needs; prepare every child to be ready for success; and build a healthy community for all residents via the Livingston County United Way Basic Needs Programs. Since its start in 2008, the Tour de Livingston has raised over $250,000 to address the community’s most critical needs! |
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Sherlock HolmesSherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Fallen Soufflé  Click on image to download full pdf poster. |
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District News - September 2019Jay Eastman First Arch Klumph Society member in District 6380  |
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CruisingCruising in the 50's  Saturday, October 19, 2019 Holiday Inn Near the University of Michigan 3600 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan 6 O’clock Reception – 7 O’clock-ish Dining Swing & Twist – Lets burn some rubber, Daddy-O! Costumes Optional but encouraged!  |
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Get "The Amazing Power of Story," Sept 14; Fantastic life skill!
The ability to tell a story is perhaps one life’s most useful skills. Attend The Amazing Power of Story, featuring international author and speaker, Michael Angelo Caruso and a fun BBQ, Saturday, September 14 from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm at Concordia University in Ann Arbor. Register now! Stories are certainly a great way to gain members, raise more money and get attention for Rotary. Register today! $20 gets you breakfast beverages and a BBQ meal after the program! |
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Cajun Seafood FestivalLake Orion Sunrise Hosts 3rd Annual Cajun Seafood Festival The Lake Orion Sunrise Rotary Club hosted its 3rd annual Cajun Seafood Festival on Saturday, August 10 to for our club’s international project with the La Casa del Nino-Napoleon Franco Pareja Children’s Hospital in Cartagena, Colombia.  The Children’s Hospital is a free hospital to the children of Colombia and operates through donations. The story was shared with our club after a visit by two of our members Monica Navarro-Vezina and Marc Vezina several years ago. Monica is from Colombia and from the area where the Hospital is located.  The idea of the Cajun Seafood Festival began three years ago after Marc’s homemade jambalaya appeared during our winter Ice Golf event. A native of Louisiana and semi-retired self-proclaimed vice rear admiral of the Cajun Navy, Marc decided to kick off a good ole Cajun Seafood Boil to raise awareness of the Children’s Hospital. Crawfish, shrimp, jambalaya, key lime pie and bourbon pecan squares were a few of the delicious items served throughout the day.  |
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RCAA Satellite UpdateAnn Arbor Golf and Tennis Outing  The RCAA Satellite is now meeting in the Victors Room at the Pretzel Bell. We have three individuals committed to the Satellite, our goal is to establish the Satellite with 10 members.Click on image for more info |
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Peace in the StreetsAnn Arbor Golf and Tennis Outing  The Wayne State University Center for Peace & Conflict Studies and the Rotary Clubs of Detroit, Ann Arbor, & Windsor 1918 invite you to Peace in the Streets on Oct. 25-26, 2019. This Cross Border Rotary Peace Symposium will take place in Detroit on Friday Oct 25th and in Windsor on Saturday Oct 26, with both days filled with engaging speakers on conflict and peace. Click on image for more info |
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Golf and TennisAnn Arbor Golf and Tennis Outing  The Ann Arbor Rotary Club’s signature fundraiser is the annual Golf and Tennis Outing (GTO). This year’s event takes place on Monday, September 9, 2019 at the Travis Pointe Country Club, 2829 Travis Pointe Road, Ann Arbor, MI. Registration and lunch precedes a noon Shotgun Start that sends golfers on their way. Tennis will run in the afternoon, too. Then comes cocktails and plenty of time to bid on the Silent Auction items before dinner begins, followed by fabulous entertainment! This is our major fund-raiser and a great spirit-booster, too! Click on image for more info |
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World Polio Day Community Fund Raiser
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Power of StoryLearn the Power of Story with PDG Michael  This year's One Rotary Summit event features guest speaker and Past District Governor, Michael Caruso, who will help us develop powerful signature stories. Stories, as you know, are a fantastic way to grow your club, raise more money and get attention for Rotary. Stories can make any presentation better, so if you or your spouse/partner do talks for work, you don't want to miss this valuable session. One Rotary Summit is Saturday, September 14 at Concordia University in Ann Arbor from 8:30 am until 2:30 pm and includes a picnic-style BBQ lunch. Get more info and register now at https://rotary6380.org/event/one-rotary-summit-1/ The ability to tell a story is perhaps one life’s most useful skills. Stories are certainly a great way to retain members and gain new Rotarians. Smart leaders use stories to motivate team members and inspire high performance. Savvy salespeople tell stories to encourage prospects to become customers. Parents use stories to inspire good behavior from their children. Yet, most people don’t really know how to tell a story. The creation of a powerful narrative cannot be ad-libbed, but it can be shaped and sculpted, especially if you are familiar with the narrative essentials. International author and speaker (and our D6380 Governor in 2016-17), Michael Angelo Caruso, will show us how to use the power of narrative in Rotary, at work and at home. Watch a short video of Michael's storytelling style at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zHpgCtx5m0 At this unique One Rotary Summit event, you'll have tons of fun as you sharpen your story-telling skills and learn how to:
Get the power of story on Saturday morning, September 14 in Ann Arbor. $20 gets you breakfast beverages and a barbecue meal after the program! Register now at https://rotary6380.org/event/one-rotary-summit-1/ We'll see you there! |
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District News August 2019Click on images for more details! Casa ColibrÍ Annual Report released  Golf Outing - Warren  Cajun Seafood Festival  World Polio Day Community Fundraiser - Ann Arbor  Peace in the Streets RCAA Satellite Update  The Troy Rotary Foodies ‘N’ Fun cookbook filled to the brim with the best recipes from the best chefs in our community - and we need your favorite recipes! Click on the image for the form and more information  REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the Rochester Rotary annual charity Golf Outing to benefit Mental and Emotional Health Service Initiative led by the Rochester Community Schools Foundation and other local Health Service Organizations. Mental health is a growing and under-served need both across the nation and in our own community. Depression and anxiety are epidemic among our youth and teen suicide is on the rise. Help us fight back and provide the resources they need to grow up healthy in mind and body. Not a golfer? Become a HOLE SPONSOR! There is only 6,745 yards of fairway to display the Hole Sponsor signs. So, please sign up quickly because space is limited!!! Online registration with credit card option can be found at: https://www.rochesterrotaryclub.org/page/charity-golf-outingAn amazing group of ambassadors from D6380; SE Michigan and SW Ontario getting ready to return to Mexico, Taiwan, Germany, France, Ecuador, Brazil, Thailand and South Korea  |
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District News July 2019District Governor-Elect Sparky Leonard gives Paul Harris Award at Retro Fest
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Sierra Leone$142,000 Rotary International Global Grant Propels Chiefdom To Grow Its Future All of the funding for the Rotary International GlobalGrant ($142,030) is now in the account of the Freetown Rotary Club. A site visit has been conducted by Rotarian Theodora Wilkinson of the Freetown Rotary Club and transfers are being made to the implementing organization, the Center for Community Empowerment and Transformation (CCET). A total of 60 acres of orchards with 4000 fruit trees will be developed through the two Rotary grants, as well as a tree nursery, a watering system and storehouse. In three to five years, the orchards will provide long-term fruit income for education and hospital medical care for Bumpeh Chiefdom’s 40,000 mostly illiterate residents. Some 260 subsistence-level women farmers can double their incomes by growing peanuts with supplies they receive from the project. How can something as seemingly small as $50 for a bale of peanut seed and a drying tarp impact the women? The spokeswoman for recent participants said it best, “Indeed, our lives have been transformed.” Click on the photo for further information. |
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Kayak Launch OpeningOpening of Dempsey-MacArthur Park Kayak Launch Members of the Mount Clemens Rotary Club attended the recent opening of the Neil E. Dempsey-MacArthur Park Kayak Launch located behind the Family YMCA – directed by club member Steve Krankota – at 6 North River Road, Mount Clemens, on the Clinton River.Club member and retired managing editor of The Macomb Daily Ken Kish wrote: “Neil Dempsey was a longtime member of the Mount Clemens Rotary Club and a former president. When he passed away on Aug. 9, 2016, he asked that donations be made for the facility. More than $60,000 was donated with Rotarians leading the way with an estimated $5,000. Speakers at the event included Emily Moran, from the Clinton River Watershed Council, which will oversee operations at the launch; Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, our own immediate past president Larry Neal, and Barb Dempsey, the wife of Neil and longtime mayor of Mount Clemens. Mayor Dempsey mentioned that Rotary was an important part of Neil’s community service, which included coaching youth sports and participating in many Mount Clemens city committees. It was, quite simply, an honor well deserved for a great man and a Rotarian who lived by ‘The Four-Way Test’.” The launch is accessible to people with disabilities. Larry Neal said he could take his (now deceased) mother, who was an amputee, to the area to enjoy. The launch is part of WaterTowns, a community development initiative created in 2013 by the Clinton River Watershed Council which has committed itself to creating 12 such launches by 2020. The launch cost $160,000. The Mount Clemens Rotary Foundation was one of the key donors |
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District Governor's 2018-2019 YearWhat a year it's been! After going to the 2012 Rotary International Convention in Thailand, I decided that I wanted to be more involved in Rotary. I became an assistant governor and realized how little I knew about other Clubs and the District. Time to learn, connect and listen. Serving Milan, Ann Arbor North, Saline and the newly formed Ann Arbor West club opened new horizons. They adopted me as one of their members as I acted as a conduit for the Governor. I had the privilege to meet the District team and learn about: Foundation, membership, AG's, youth and the Canadian side of the District. In late 2015, my club (Brighton) nominated me to run for District Governor. After the interview, Barry Fraser was to be the District Governor Nominee Designate, not me. Disappointment soon turned into determination to work on improving myself and increase involvement in the District. The next year, I was again nominated by my club and after the interview, was selected to be the Governor Nominee Designate for 2018-2019. For the next two years Barry Fraser and I worked closely together. We have different styles which strengthen both of us. January 2018 was International Assembly in San Diego – the final Rotary International training to be the next Governor. A week of intensive training, meeting Rotarians from around the world and getting ready for the coming year. As I look back and reflect on this past Rotary year, I recall the many opportunities I was able to be a part of: visiting numerous clubs and their projects; signing the charter for the newest district club (Motorcycling Rotarians e-club); inducing new members, recognizing Paul Harris Fellows and Major Donors; introducing a past Rotary International Vice President (Jennifer Jones); interviewing and recommending candidates for the Peace Center programs; and approving District and Global grant projects. Change is the only thing that is constant. Rotary Leadership, at the International and District level, changes every year. New ideas come with new leadership. Don ‘Sparky’ Leonard and his team will do it differently, as they should. It’s going to be an exciting year with Sparky’s leadership. Embrace the changes so Rotary can grow. Remember to get your ASK in Gear, keep 'Being the Inspiration' so that Rotary can Connect the World. Thank you for your friendship, ‘Being my Inspiration’ and a year full of awesome memories. It was an Honor and a Privilege to Service you as District Governor during 2018-2019 |
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Nepal Sanitation and Pond Rejuvenation/Nepal%20GG/Nepal-GG.jpg) Dear Rotary Club of Ann Arbor North Board and D6380 Rotarians:I am sharing a nice note I received earlier today about great progress made on the Nepal Sanitation and Pond Rejuvenation Global Grant Project 1635112 that our club leads with RC Bungamati (near Kathmandu in Nepal) and RC Singapore. The Bungamati Rotary Club has almost completed planned repairs and rebuilding of girls toilets in 3 schools damaged by the 2015 earthquake. A fourth school identified on our Grant project was beyond repair and was demolished, so the host Club has found another school in the area for upgrading sanitation amenities for girls. These are much needed for enhancing the literacy of females in a country like Nepal where trafficking of girls and women is rampant and often tragic. RC Bungamati President Mrs Rajani Shrestha phoned me a couple of days ago to give a verbal update. I apologized to her for change in our site tour plans this early May (when they were so excited to host and had expected our presence) to inaugurate the newly repaired community pond. I am sorry for one reason or another, this hasn’t worked out...yet. Do click on the TRF link below to see some description of the project and also photos of their progress. I assured President Rajani we will surely bring an RCAAN team out to Nepal on September 15-23 (mark your calendars!) when RC Singapore also plans a larger tour of several other Global Grant projects they oversee. Best regards, Manish Mehta, Ph.D. Chair of Project Dignity Committee & Director of International Service at Rotary Club of Ann Arbor North (D6380), USA Tel: +1-734-604-7989, manimehta@gmail.com View the 2016 Project Dignity video at /Nepal%20GG/Prooj-Dignity.jpg) |
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District News June 2019District Conference Mental Health Panel Video(s) /DC2019%20Mental%20Health/DC2019-Mental-Health.jpg) Governor Jane and DGE Sparky in Jail! Exchange Host Appreciation Day at Oakland University Nepal Sanitation and Pond Rejuvenation Global Grant Project 1635112 (Ann Arbor North) |
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Club News June 2019Ann Arbor Rotary - Habitat for Humanity /Ann%20Arbor/3305407(1).jpg) Rochester Rotary Honors New Arch Klumph Society Member  Ann Arbor Rotary - Dr. Butter / Food Drive /Ann%20Arbor/Picture1-451x600.png) /Ann%20Arbor/Rotary-Fights-Summer-Hunger-2019-Final-Report.jpg) Lakes Area Rotary - Humanity in Action .jpeg) Ann Arbor West - Diaper Drive /AnnArborWest/Picture1.png) Mt. Clemens Cabaret and Cuisine - What Fun! /Mt%20Clemens/Cabaret---Cuisine-046.jpg) Ann Arbor West - Project Uplift - Vietnam /AnnArborWest/School.JPG) Dexter - Providing Fresh Produce to Families /Dexter/Dexter-Buschs-Group-Photo.jpg) Troy - Wyatt Lucas Award /Troy/Gail-lucas--Kids-and-JMM.jpg) Ypsilanti - Mental Health First Aid /Ypsilanti/IMG_6684.JPG) Brighton Rotary "Top of the Mountain Dash or Crash" Leaping, mudding, climbing, sudsing. sliding 5k  Troy Rotary Partners with Business, RSD for Buddy Bench Project /Troy/Best-Group-Shot.JPG) Mt. Clemens Rotary Cleanup /Mt%20Clemens/mount-clemens-rotary-macarthur-park.jpg) |
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Mt. Clemens Rotary CleanupMount Clemens Rotary members, family members, and members of the club-sponsored Interact Club of the Utica Academy of International Studies spent a breezy cold spring day recently cleaning up one of Mount Clemens' most interesting parks adjacent to the YMCA which features the Jack Prescott Arboretum and a vast variety of trees. The club is actively planning a celebration for its 100th year of service in 2020. |
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Rochester Honors AKS RecipientEvery day, humble individuals are hard at work, quietly transforming the world into a better place. But some days, those individuals need to be recognized publicly. This week, we were able to do just that as Jay Eastman and Linda Eastman were inducted into the Arch Klumph Society, Rotary International's highest honor for contributions to the Rotary Foundation. Congratulations, Jay and Linda. You're an inspiration to us all. To learn more about their biggest project, check out Casa Colibrí. |
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Rotary Events June - December 2019June 17, 2019 Troy Rotary /Troy/CPR.JPG) June 22, 2019 Anchor Bay Rotary /Anchor%20Bay/2019-Anchor-Bay-Rotary-Fun-Run-Flyer.jpg) |
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Buddy Bench ProjectBuddy Bench Project /Troy/Dane-Rene-Rich2.JPG) In July of 2018, Troy Rotary embarked on a project to help school children cope with loneliness, foster friendships and confront bullying. They were drawn to the success of Buddy Benches which are safe places for kids to sit, talk and work things out. Rotary values inclusion, kindness and peace, so they committed to installing Buddy Benches at all of the Troy Elementary Schools (21 total) plus two benches at the Troy Boys & Girls Club. This morning, Troy’s Rotarians celebrated their progress with a special breakfast for all of their stakeholders and especially the project’s generous sponsors including TRION Solutions, APTIV, Beaumont Hospital, Tim Horton's Troy, Children's Hospital of Michigan, Community Choice Credit Union, Former Hill Elementary Teachers, ADK Sorority, Jeff & Debbie Lambrecht, REMCO Storage Systems, Charles & Nancy Negohosian, The Choice Group, Troy Community Foundation, Troy Board of Education, Troy Rotarians and Rotarians PDG Liz Smith Yeats of District 6400, Nick and Lisa Vitale and Sharon Lewis. District 6380 Rotarians have also made sizeable donations. The next phase of the project involves construction of the benches, which will occur on Saturday, May 18 from 8 – 10 am, at the Troy School District maintenance facility (1140 Rankin Dr.). All are welcome, BYO tools, specifically cordless drills with 7/16 socket size. Learn more by liking the Rotary Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/TroyRotary to monitor Project Buddy Bench. |
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Rotary Events June 2019June 21st - Meet the Governor - Chatham, Canada /Sparky/Spark-Plug-and-the-Exchange-Group.jpg) June 22, 2019 Anchor Bay Rotary Play Ball! July 19th, 2019 Comerica Park  June 15th through August 24th CPR Classes /CPR/CPR-Full.JPG) |
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Exchange Host Appreciation 2019Governor Jane and DGE Sparky in Jail! /DC2019/DC-6380-Riverfront028.jpg) Exchange Host Appreciation Day at Oakland University Inbound and Outbound Exchange Students /Exchange%20Host%20Appr/Inbound-Exchange.jpg) /Exchange%20Host%20Appr/Outbound.JPG) |
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Dr. Steven BucciDr. Steven Bucci /DC2019/Dr.-Steve-Bucci(1).png) Finding and Developing Leaders: At our upcoming District Conference in May, we will be bringing in Dr. Steven Bucci, to share his vast experience in developing leaders. As many of us know, we are faced with numerous leadership challenges- finding members to assume committee chairs, and board of directors, not to mention, bringing in new members. Wouldn't it be nice to have a smooth, planned transition that offers a more stress free movement from president to president, board member to board member, committee leader to committee leader, and committee member to committee member? |
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Governor's Message May 2019/J-Red-1x1.jpg){kind=spacer} Rotary’s programs are developing the next generation of leaders, providing funding to make the world a better place, and making peace a priority. And our programs are not just for club members. Learn how you can make a difference in your community through Rotary. The District Conference was a huge success! $3,000 was raised for Polio Eradication! Thanks to the speakers, planning committees and you, our members who made it happen! Photos (Click here) The Exchange Student Host Appreciation Event was held at Oakland University with nearly 100 attendees! Many thanks to our Youth Exchange Team for doing an amazing job! As we prepare for the last month and a half of being your Governor (Club Events, International Convention, District Governor Elect "Sparky's" Meet the Governor night June 21st and Club President Nights) we are humbled by and so proud of all you for what you have done this year to make your communities, the world and yourselves better! /Getyouask-ingear.jpg) |
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Mental HealthMental Health First Aid The Ypsilanti Rotary Club invited Miss Washtenaw County to speak at their club recently. Hannah Palmer, 18, recently completed her Freshman year as an undergraduate honors student at Eastern Michigan University majoring in Elementary Education. Hannah is a lifelong Brighton resident. During her competition running for Miss Michigan, Hannah selected "Mental Health First Aid" as her platform. This is also a topic our District is spotlighting. Hannah hopes to change the stereotyping of mental illness, provide support to youth struggling, and educate teachers on what to do in a mental health crisis. While in High School Hannah fought her own battle with depression and anxiety and has not let this define her or stand in the way of reaching for her goals. She has volunteered with the Semicolon Project and Yellow Ribbon week for suicide prevention. Hannah is certified in Mental Health First Aid and working to get teachers in the Brighton Area School district certified as well. She is also working with Senators Santana and Polehanki to pass Senate Bill 41, and has been invited to testify once the bill reaches a hearing. During her year of service she plans to teach parents, family members, peers, teachers, neighbors, and other caring citizens how to help individuals that are experiencing a mental health crisis. Hannah is willing to speak to other Rotary clubs interested in learning how they can support Mental Health initiatives. Hannah won the title of Miss Washtenaw County last October and will represent Washtenaw and Livingston Counties at the 2019 Miss Michigan Pageant in Muskegon in June. |
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Fresh ProduceProviding Fresh Produce to over 100 Families For the past six years, Dexter Rotary has been partnering with local grocery stores to purchase and deliver fresh fruits and vegetables to Faith In Action for those in need. The program is having a tremendous impact. “Getting fresh produce every week through Dexter Rotary Club’s program means that the nearly 100 local families that access our pantry have the healthiest options right there to take home to feed their families. Together with Food Gatherers and the St. Joseph’s Giving Garden, there are fresh fruit and veggie options at all times in the pantry, and we know this makes a big impact on the quality of the diet in these homes.” – Nancy Paul, Director of Faith in Action. The program takes place every Wednesday from October 1 – May 31. Duane and four other fellow Rotarians rotate for deliveries each week. The Rotary volunteer for the week arrives at Busch’s by 10 am ready to load the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables into their vehicles for delivery to Faith In Action. Busch’s provides at least 110 pounds of fresh produce for the program each week. The produce is purchased using Dexter Rotary funding, but as Duane will tell you “Busch’s definitely makes sure we get our money’s worth if not more”. Weekly pick-up includes cases of apples, bananas, potatoes, onions, lettuce, carrots, peppers, and citrus. |
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Project UpliftProject Uplift - Construction Progress On Monday, May 6, the club received an update on the progress of the school classroom construction taking place for Project Uplift in Vietnam. As recognition to our club commitment to the project Ann Arbor Rotary West will be recognized on a plaque at the school as one of the top donors for the project. A 501c(3) non-profit organization, Project Uplift was formed in 2003 to build preschool facilities in rural locations across central Vietnam. The group’s primary mission is to provide young Vietnamese children with an opportunity for an early childhood education which they would not otherwise receive, while at the same time promoting international goodwill and friendship between individuals and communities. |
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Wyatt Lucas AwardWyatt Lucas Troy Youth Assistance Award /Troy/Sparky-Wyatt-Tessa-Jane.jpg) We nominated Wyatt for this award due to his extraordinary commitment, passion and amount of time he dedicated to the project of raising funds to support the newly adopted owls that came to the Stage Nature Center in Feb. of 2018. Wyatt came to us in February to see if there was anything he could help us with at the nature center as he was looking to volunteer and further his service experience as a boy scout. It just so happened that we had just adopted the owls and needed as much help as we could get in raising funds for building a new structure to house the owls in at the nature center. Wyatt had grown up visiting this nature center and is very passionate about wildlife. Without fully realizing how extensive this project would be, Wyatt jumped right in and took on the challenge of raising funds for the structure. He hosted 4 bottle drives at his house on 4 separate dates in which he collected returnable bottles and cans to then spend hours at the grocery store returning them. On rainy days, even met people outside with an umbrella and his enthusiasm to help people unload the bottles onto his front lawn. He even had a fan club of followers. Wyatt also worked with a graphic artist to design and create custom owl t-shirts that he bought and sold to donate the funds toward the owl fund. In addition to hosting bottle drives and selling t-shirts, Wyatt hosted a fundraiser on Facebook. Wyatt also reached out to local community service organizations, such as the Troy Rotary Club and Rochester Rotary Club, for support. He was invited to speak at their meetings about his project, which provided him an excellent opportunity to work on his presentation and social skills. He was also interviewed about his project and had multiple publications in local newspapers including Troy Times, Troy-Somerset Gazette, and The Oakland Press. In addition, he was interviewed live by Paula Tutman with WDIV Channel 4 News. Despite Wyatt’s initial shyness and nervousness about public speaking, his passion for this project and for the owls inspired him to push forward and put himself out there anyway. In just 6 months Wyatt greatly improved his public speaking skills in an effort to complete his project. Wyatt’s initial fundraising goal was $10,000, which is a pretty high goal to set for a 15, now 16, year-old. He went above and beyond his initial goal of $10,000 and, in the end, raised $14, 128 in only 6 months. The connections Wyatt made to the community were also very impressive. He inspired many people to not only support the owls, but the Stage Nature Center as well. To this day, visitors to the nature center ask about the boy scout who raised funds for the owls. Enough can't be said about Wyatt’s perseverance and passion for this project, and I can’t think of anyone who deserves this award more than he does. Thank you to Wyatt, and the amazing amount of support from his family, for helping us help the owls! /Troy/Wyatt-and-Tessa-Falily---Rene.jpg) |
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Dr ButterDr Irene Butter - Shores Beyond Shores On Wednesday, April 24, Rotary Club of Ann Arbor awarded the second annual 2019 Robert S. Northrup Humanitarian Award to Dr. Irene Butter. Dr. Butter is a Holocaust survivor, champion of peace and justice and University of Michigan Emerita Professor of Public Health. She is the co-founder of the Raoul Wallenberg Medal and Lecture at U of M and co-founder of Zeitouna, an Arab-Jewish women’s dialogue group in Ann Arbor.Dr. Butter told her story of a happy childhood which ended when her family was taken into custody by the Germans. Through it all she never gave up hope and was able to survive and move to the United States. She pursued her education, completing a PhD and pursuing an academic career at the University of Michigan. In her retirement, she has written, Shores Beyond Shores: From Holocaust to Hope My True Story. Attendees were able to purchase a book with a personal message from Dr. Butter. Dr. Butter continues to speak to many groups and encourages all to remember the past, never be a bystander and always know that one person can make a difference. |
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Diaper DriveDiaper Drive For April Maternal & Child Health Month, Ann Arbor Rotary West hosted an event to collect diapers & other baby items to benefit Family Life Services (FLS) of Washtenaw County. FLS offers medical & other resources to women & children in need. |
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Humanity in ActionHumanity in Action, A Story with a Bright Future  Lakes Area Rotary updates the District every now and again regarding Dayana Delgado, formerly of Cuba, who was referred to us by Keith Coke in June 2011. Many will recall Keith was responding to a plea from a neighbor to help a young doctor who had escaped Cuba, legally entered the USA seeking asylum, was admitted, and within a week had her identity documents stolen. Paul and Lorrie McVey of Lakes Area club responded providing her a home for the nine months it took to replace those documents. During that time Dayana became like a daughter to them and as a result lived with them for over three years while learning how to live in a free country and establishing herself in the USA. With a good job and apartment, having learned to drive and purchase a car, Dayana took a vacation in December 2015, where she encountered a former neighbor who had also sought asylum in the USA. They fell in love and Dayana moved to St. Petersburgh, Florida and found a job at a medical clinic so she could be near him. True to her self-Dayana applied for US citizenship the moment she was eligible and in September 2016 she became a naturalized citizen of the United States of America. Shortly thereafter, her soon to be husband was awarded his US citizenship. Today Dayana lives in Ocala, Florida where she and her husband, the owner/operator of a long-haul trucking business, recently purchased a home. They are excited to report they are expecting a baby boy on July 5. Dayana remembers fondly, and with gratitude, all the District 6380 Rotarians who helped her transition to life in the USA and looks forward to raising her son as an American. Paul and Lorrie McVey are looking forward to meeting their bonus grandson and will be in Florida to assist Dayana and her husband at the birth of the baby as Dayana’s mother cannot leave Cuba for this momentous event. Dayana is thankful for all Lakes Area and District 6380 did to help her. Her future is bright. Opportunity knocked…Rotarians answered. Humanity wins! |
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Habitat for Humanity - Ann Arbor
On Saturday March 30, for our first workday , the project was to remove a brick wall from the basement as well as “energy enveloping” in the upstairs which means caulking all wood framing on the exterior walls and spraying foam into the larger gaps and openings. Tough work but our small and energetic and enthusiastic group got it done! On April 20 our job for the day was demolition which meant taking the interior of the home “down to the studs” by removing drywall from walls and ceiling as well as removing the furnace. This included cleaning up blown-in insulation which fell like snow as the ceiling was removed! |
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Rotary Food Drive - Ann ArborOver 84,000 Meals Raised During 2019 Ann Arbor Food Drive The 2019 Rotary Fights Summer Hunger Food Drive was an incredible success! We exceeded our goal by 41.2% and raised 84,735 meals for the community. See the flyer below for additional statistics. |
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Team Turkey Invite to ParticipateTeam Turkey 2019 participation, grant deadline, confirm by May 1 If your club wishes to participate in Team Turkey 2019 and would like assistance with a grant application, we need your commitment by May 1, 2019. Core clubs (Troy, Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Sterling Heights) will participate (contributions similar to 2019 team Turkey) are working to bring on additional clubs and grow to 300-350 meals deliveries Thanksgiving morning, November 28, 2019. Discussion: Geographically, what area makes most sense to expand into based on community need and interested Rotary clubs? Decision: Commerce Township area; Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor North, Lakes Area, Pontiac, Livingston Sunrise, Waterford, Brighton, consider Ferndale, Hazel Park.. Discussion: What is required from clubs to participate? Decision: Commitment of $1000 (which will fund 10 meals) and we will offer to submit a request of $500 in District grant money on their behalf and submit in a block grant by May 15th, if they desire. Clubs will be trained to solicit eligible families that meet specific criteria utilizing community organizations. District DropBox folder will contain easy to use template fundraising templates, letters to solicit donations and graphics. Website https://www.rotaryteamturkey.org/ and FaceBook page https://www.facebook.com/RotaryTeamTurkey/ Will be where all fundraising efforts are directed. Contacts: René Pothetes rene@michaelangelocaruso.com Regan Gilshire: BirminghamRotaryClub@gmail.com |
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Ann Arbor North Annual Golf InvitationalDate: May 18, 2019 Start Time: Registration 8:00 AM Shotgun Start: 9:00 AM 18 holes of golf with cart, Hot Dog, Pop and Chips at the turn Steak Dinner (Cash Bar): 2:00 PM Location: Washtenaw Golf Club, 2955 Packard Rd. Ypsilanti, MI Click HERE for directions /AnnArborNorth/AAN-Golf-Flyer.jpg) /AnnArborNorth/AANorth-Golf-2.png) |
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District Grant Updates April 15, 2019
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7th Annual Jazz Night - Dexter Rotary7th Annual Jazz Night at the Peacock Room Dexter Rotary Benefit: Dexter Community &Youth Programs IBEW #252 Union Hall 7920 Jackson Road Ann Arbor, MI Saturday April 13 at 6:00 p.m. Featuring Jazz Vocalist, Ramona Collins with The Cliff Monear Trio Beer, Wine and Strolling Buffet Silent Auction Tickets are $75/pp or $500/table of eight   |
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RACHEL Year 2More RACHEL systems in Guatemala schools  For the second year, a Global Grant led by District 6380's CK clubs and the Gig Harbor WA club sponsored the installation of RACHEL digital WiFi hotspot systems and laptops in schools in NW Guatemala. After a group of people associated with the Chatham Rotary Club last August visited some of the first year's schools, we decided that we should concentrate on providing more laptops, and not bother with tablets. Fortunately, we were then able to get the price of the laptops (Chromebooks) down to $150 each - and so were able to purchase 230 laptops for 23 schools. The number of laptops per school varied depending on the size of the school. One school was dropped as they did not send teachers to the training session. During the week of February 24, we conducted 4 half-day training sessions where teachers were given an overview of the RACHEL systems. More importantly, they learned about the SOLE (Self-Organized Learning Environment) approach to teaching. Rather than the teacher being the source of all knowledge, the teacher asks questions – and the students use the resource material, accessible through RACHEL, to come up with answers. In our classes, the teachers, acting as if they were students, grouped themselves in threes and fours and prepared posters or skits to illustrate the question “how do babies breathe in the womb”. Their enthusiasm at taking on this role, and their subsequent enthusiasm that they imparted to their schools when we delivered the equipment was very exciting. In the photo, two teachers from Nuevo Edén (where Casa Colibrí is located) are demonstrating an umbilical cord. But the heart of the project was that white round thing in the photos – a RACHEL Plus system. Each RACHEL Plus has a TB (1000GB) of information, including Guatemalan textbooks and thousands of other reference and reading books, Wikipedia, educational videos and learning games. The RACHEL generates a WiFi hotspot, so that any laptop, tablet or smartphone in the area can browse through the massive RACHEL library, and download material to read elsewhere. A RACHEL system becomes a community resource. Four clubs in the Chatham-Kent area donated to the Global Grant, along with a couple of clubs in Washington State and one in California. Other Rotary clubs are targeting other areas of Guatemala with RACHEL systems.         |
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Fifth Annual Golf Invitational 