June 15, 2009 Club Bulletin #286

Posted by Sara Fitzer-Huston 
 
 

Week of June 15, 2009

 

Today's Program:  Jeff Jirak, Muscatine Police Department, gang activity in Muscatine

 

Song Leader for June: Marilyn Smith

 

Program Chair for June: Sr. Irma Ries

 

In Case You Missed It

Our presentation on Monday was given by Diane Campbell and Alisha Eggers both of Muscatine Community Schools.  Diane shared information on United Way Let's Talk Culture of Poverty Affinity and how the group is trying to engage youth to activities that build self confidence.  One of the opportunities to work with youth this summer is at the Summer Lunch Program.  Alisha Eggers, is the Food Service Supervisor for the school district and shared information on the Summer Lunch Program that is being offered throughout Muscatine from June 15-July 31st.  This program offers free meals for children between 2-18 years of age; meals for adults are available for a small fee.  This year breakfast will be offered at certain locations.  In order to draw more youth to the meal sites 9 different agencies/groups will be providing activities at the sites throughout the summer.  Small items are needed such as books, pencils, rulers, etc.  If you are interested in learning more or how to give supplies please call 263-6141.

June 8th Guests

  • Connie Mitchell, guest of Terry Mitchell
  • Audrey Dwyer, daughter of Rich Dwyer  

June 8th Club Announcements

  • Please thank Terry Mitchell, our newest Paul Harris Fellow, for his generosity to Rotary.  Terry was accompanied by his wife Connie.  Bob Jensen shared kind words and information about Terry. 
  • Join Rotary on the first and third Tuesday's of every month at 7:30 a.m. at Snackers for make-up meetings.  All are welcome to attend, even if you do not need a make-up! 
  • August 17th is Rotary Night at Modern Woodman Park.  Please come at 7 p.m. to help raise funds for Polio Plus and enjoy a night at the ballpark.  See Karen for more information.
  • Marvin Krieger, updated us on Shirley Drake's status.  She is currently recovering at Lutheran Homes and would love to see all of her Rotary family. 
  • Audrey Dwyer, Rotary Exchange Youth from MHS, will be venturing to Sweden in the fall.  Audrey will be living with a family of four and is very excited about the opportunity.  Congratulations Audrey!

Happy News

  • Ann Meeker, is happy to have the boat dock in near Pearl City Station!  They are almost ready to cruise.
  • Gary Wieskamp, is excited for his daughter Julie, who recently has become engaged!  Congratulations.
  • Roger Lande, shared with us the funny story of their new dog and how she got her name.

Coming Up.

June 22: Shane Orr and Debra Yonish, staff members of United Way of Muscatine, will explain the Local Information-N-Connection to Services and Volunteer Solutions Programs.

June  29:  Christy Roby-Williams, Muscatine Regional Empowerment,  will speak on collaboration efforts involving early care, education, health and human services on behalf of children and families residing in the area.