November 12 - Pancake Breakfast Save the Date Pancake Breakfast We need your help serving pancakes. The Addison Midday Rotary Club and the Addison Rotary Club are again joining forces to raise money for the Kids & Cops and Santa's Heroes programs Sponsored by the Addison Police and Fire Departments. Kelvin is representing AMRC and is forming a committee to help with the planning. He needs your help with the planning Contact Kelvin to help with the planning   |
AMRC Donates to WOVEN Health Clinic At our September 20 meeting, after Lisa Rigby, Executive Director of Woven Health Clinic made her presentation, the Addison Midday Rotary Club made a $1,000 donation to WOVEN Health Clinic. The donation will be used to provide 50 flu shots to those who can not afford the cost of the shot. Over 85% of the patients at WOVEN Health Clinic are uninsured. 100% are below 250% of the poverty level.
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September 27 Meeting - Two SpeakersPlease note we have two speakers scheduled for September 27. To accommodate them both, the September 27 meeting will begin at 11:45. Our meeting will begin at 11:45. Please arrive early for our September 27 Meeting! 9-27 11:45 9-27 11:45 9-27 11:45 9-27 11:45
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October 15 - Principle for A Day - Bush ElementaryWould you like to be Principal for a Day at George HW Bush Elementary School? October 15 Contact Mary Jo ASAP!  Individuals may be Principal an hour, several hours or all day Length of time depends on the number of people interested and your availability. |
September 27 Meeting - George W. Bush InstituteSeptember 27, 2022 Natalie Gonnella-Platts Director, Women's Advancement George W. Bush Institute  Natalie Gonnella-Platts serves as the Director, Women's Advancement at the George W. Bush Institute. Ms. Gonnella-Platts is responsible for research and programmatic efforts that support women and girls worldwide to lead in their communities and countries. This includes the work of the First Ladies Initiative, which aims to enable and support global First Ladies in effectively using their platforms to impact change. Ms. Gonnella-Platts studied Communications and International Studies (Peace and Conflict) at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Fredonia. She earned an MA in War, Violence and Security studies from the University of Sussex in Brighton, United Kingdom. |
Rotary Monthly Theme - September September is Basic Education and Literacy Month Our goal is to strengthen the capacity of communities to support basic education and literacy, reduce gender disparity in education, and increase adult literacy. We support education for all children and literacy for children and adults. |
September 27 - Jesuit InteractSeptember 27 Rich Perry The Jesuit Interact Club From the Jesuit Web Site : Interact is an international Rotary-sponsored organization of community leaders who create positive, lasting change in their local communities and the global community through a motto of “service above self”. The name “Interact” is a call to International Action - it is a call to service and a call to increased international understanding. We are looking for reliable students who are committed to social justice, enjoy a hands-on approach to service, and are willing to step out of their comfort zones to compassionately interact with people with different cultural backgrounds and experiences. Members of Interact will complete their junior year service requirement by supporting various refugee services in the Dallas area (McShan Elementary Refugee Outreach, Saint Patrick’s Refugee Outreach), Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigrant resettlement programs, and will have the ability to be involved in Rotary sponsored service and leadership opportunities. Meetings occur at least every two weeks.
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October 22 - Oktoberfest 2022SAVE THE DATE October 22 - Oktoberfest 2022 5:30 pm - Wolber House  |
AMRC has been Awarded the 2021-2022 Rotary CitationCongratulations to 2021-22 President Ben Wolber, the Board, Committee Chairmen and members of the Addison Midday Rotary Club  To achieve the Rotary Citation, the incoming President must list his goals, based on Rotary suggestions. At the end of the year, if the club has achieved a high percentage of the goals, the club is awarded the Rotary Citation. To see the AMRC 2022-2023 goals, log into MyRotary.org and go to https://rcc.rotary.org/#/goals
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Fantasy Football 2022AMRC Fantasy Football League 2022 Week 2 Standings  EAST 1. Team Duffy - Jim 1. Dallas Galaxy - Ben 3. Team cater - Mary Jo 3. Fighting I's - Stan 5. Angels Halos - Al WEST 1. Addison RonsHumans - Ron 2. Team Thornbury - Greg 2. Team Arfsten - Bruce 4. vanGoethem - Eric 4. Dak2theFuture - Kelvin |
Markers for GHW Bush Elementary SchoolOn September 13, Principal Crowling from George H. W. Bush Elementary School spoke to the Addison Midday Rotary Club. At that meeting she was presented with Dry Erase Markers purchased by the Addison Midday Rotary Foundation.  George H. W. Bush Elementary is proud to be a Leader in Me School. Leader in Me is an evidence-based PK-12 model, developed in partnership with educators, designed to build resilience and leadership in students, create a high-trust culture, and help improve academic achievement. This evidence-based approach empowers students with the leadership and life skills they need to thrive in college and career. We focus on developing the whole child by: teaching LEADERSHIP to every student, creating a CULTURE of student empowerment, and aligning systems to drive results in ACADEMICS. Service Project #2 for 2022-2023.   |
Markers for Bush Elementary SchoolOn September 13, Principal Crowling from George H. W. Bush Elementary School spoke to the Addison Midday Rotary Club. At that meeting she was presented with Dry Erase Markers purchased by the Addison Midday Rotary Foundation. George H. W. Bush Elementary is proud to be a Leader in Me School. Leader in Me is an evidence-based PK-12 model, developed in partnership with educators, designed to build resilience and leadership in students, create a high-trust culture, and help improve academic achievement. This evidence-based approach empowers students with the leadership and life skills they need to thrive in college and career. We focus on developing the whole child by: teaching LEADERSHIP to every student, creating a CULTURE of student empowerment, and aligning systems to drive results in ACADEMICS. Service Project #2 for 2022-2023. |
North Texas Giving Day - Sept 1 - 22 ONE WEEK TO GO!!! EARLY GIVING IS OPEN THROUGH SEPTEMBER 22 GIVE WITH PURPOSE! NorthTexasGivingDay is Underway SEPTEMBER 1 through SEPTEMBER 22 Support YOUR Addison Midday Rotary! GIVE WITH PURPOSE! Beginning September 1, you may use the link below to make your donation. Your help and support will make a difference. Thank you so much, Addison Midday Rotary Club 4145 Beltline Road, Suite 212-242 Addison, TX 75001
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September 25 - DALLAS COWBOYS VIP DINNER & TOURPlease sign up today to come with your family and friends for this amazing event! Cowboys VIP Tour & Dinner: Sunday, Sept. 25, 5 PM to 8:30 PM Includes VIP Guided 90-Minute Tour Includes 1 drink ticket (per person) Professional 5x7 Photo Includes very nice 3 course meal – served suite style in the Stadium Club Free parking - Lot 1 or 2, Entry A, AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX Package VIP Guided Tour of the stadium is a 90-minute private tour, more exclusive than for the public. Tour includes: Cowboys Locker Room Cheerleaders Locker Room Postgame Interview Room Miller Lite Fan Club Media Press Box Field Luxury Suite Cotton Bowl Offices Club Areas Dr. Pepper Star Area All for $84 per person. A minimum of 50 people is required! PLEASE INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS AS WE NEED 50 attendees and we put down a $2000 deposit already so please sign up and pay today! Here is a sneak peak: https://goo.gl/maps/Ug1XhGiiugM2 |
September 20 - Rotary Means Business Fellowship District 5810 Our 1st Rotary Means Business Social is set! Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm. Location: 12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse 18010 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75287 Dress: Business Casual This event is not sponsored. A Cash Bar will be available to take orders This is a GREAT opportunity to network our business / services! We encourage you to bring a guest! |
September 20 Meeting - Woven Health ClinicSeptember 20 Lisa Rigby, Executive Director Woven Health Clinic  Lisa Rigby is the Executive Director at Woven Health Clinic, a 501(c)(3) community healthcare clinic. Woven Health Clinic provides a medical home for low income, uninsured adults that live in Dallas and surrounding areas. Since she started with Woven in 2015, Ms. Rigby has increased Clinic funding from $650,000 to $2,500,000, launched an innovative integrated healthcare program focused on disease prevention, and expanded services from primary care only to include nutrition therapy and basic mental health care, with a strong emphasis on preventing diabetes and heart disease. Ms. Rigby is passionate about reinventing health care payment and delivery models to ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable health care. |
Club Rewards thru Amazon SmilesPlease sign up for Amazon Smiles, a program that rewards the Addison Midday Rotary Club based on your purchases Amazon Smiles Rewards Sign up by going to this page AmazonSmile: You shop. Amazon gives. and 'click' on "Get Started" When prompted to enter Charity Name, enter Addison Midday Rotary Club Select our club and answer the next screen Please note the comment on the screen: You must start your shopping at smile.amazon.com Tom Thumb for U Rewards  In August 2022, AMRC received a letter from Tom Thumb stating: Based on the fact that there was limited activity during 2021, Tom Thumb removed the AMRC account from the Good Neighbor Program.
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AMRC is participating in 'North Texas Giving Day'The Addison Midday Rotary Club is participating in "North Texas Giving Day" on September 22 but you can make donations starting September 1. Your donation to Addison Midday Rotary will impact several local nonprofit organizations we support which help so many in our community!  Our recipients include Metrocrest Services who specialize in helping individuals, families and seniors in crisis stabilize their lives for a brighter future. Another recipient is Hope Supply Co., who meet the critical needs of homeless and at-risk children across North Texas by providing necessities including diapers, wipes, hygiene kits, baby food and formula, clothing, school supplies and toys to enhance their lives.   We assist the Addison Police and Fire Departments' Santa's Heroes Toy Drive plus Kids and Cops which support local children. Bush Elementary School gets our support throughout the year with needed teacher supplies, reading programs, and assistance with fundraising for the school.Beginning September 1, you may use the link below to make your donation. Your help and support will make a difference. Addison Midday Rotary Club 4145 Beltline Road, Suite 212-242 Addison, TX 75001 |
Board Meeting Board Meeting Tuesday, September 13, 11:00 am May Dragon NO ZOOM |
September 13 - Principal Crowling - Bush Elementary SchoolSeptember 13 Ms. Crowling, Principal Bush Elementary School  Principal Carol Crowling of George H.W Bush Elementary School will talk to us about a new school year. Our Club will present to Mrs. Crowling Dry Erase Markers purchased by the AMR Foundation.  |
September 6 Meeting - Self Defense with Salvador S. PadillaSeptember 6, 2022 Salvador S Padilla Self Defense  Master Salvador S. Padilla is an energetic professional with extensive experience in mentoring, team-building, and client development. He has over 35 years of progressive martial arts, hand-to-hand combat, stick, knife and pistol experience. In addition to paid individual and group training, he has delivered instruction to tens of thousands of people via community outreach initiatives to social organizations, schools, and churches. After experienced bullying as a child. Padilla joined a local martial arts academy expecting to learn self-defense, but he gained so much more: martial arts empowered him to communicate effectively through active listening and fundamentally and positively shaped his personality. In 2003 he took a leap of faith and founded Padilla Martial Arts Inc., which he sold in 2010. In 2011 he opened Combat Fitness USA with a mission to empower individuals and small groups through realistic and progressive martial arts, hand-to-hand combat, stick, knife and pistol training. |
August 30 - Dry Erasure Markers for GHBES |
August 30 Meeting - Communities Foundation of TexasAugust 30, 2022 Monica Christopher Communities Foundation of Texas  Monica Christopher serves Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) as the foundation’s Senior Vice President, Chief Giving and Community Impact Officer. She oversees the teams responsible for grantmaking, cultivating and stewarding donor relationships, and the implementation of North Texas Giving Day. Community Foundation of Texas is a grantmaking public charity that is dedicated to improving the lives of people in North Texas. CFT’s mission is to create a thriving community for all. As one of the largest community foundations in the nation, CFT professionally manages more than 1,000 charitable funds for families, companies, foundations, and nonprofits and has awarded more than $2 billion in grants since its founding in 1953. CFT awards more than 5,000 grants per year. Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas (NTX) Giving Day is an 18-hour online giving event designed to empower every person to give back to their community by supporting local nonprofits and causes they care about in one easy-to-use platform. |
Dues are Due Your Dues are Due! Dues Notices have been sent. If you have not paid, it is time to do so. |
Strictly Social Luncheon at Olive GardenWe had a dry Strictly Social Meeting at Olive Gardens on August 23. Rain did not dampen our event. Travel and babies were two big topics of discussion.  |
Zoom Meeting InfoIf you plan to join our weekly meeting via zoom Here is the zoom information Every Tuesday at 12:00 Noon Beginning Tuesday January 4, 2022 Zoom Meeting link, for first six months of 2022, to the Addison Midday Rotary Club: Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 840 6411 8532 Passcode: rotary |
Rotary Monthly Theme - August August is Membership and New Club Development Month, when Rotary Clubs, around the world focus on membership in Rotary.
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Sept 22 - Save the Date - NTX |
No Meeting at May DragonNo Meeting at May Dragon, Tuesday Noon on August 23 Our weekly meeting will be at Olive Garden Italian Kitchen 4240 Beltline Road (at Midway) |
Congratulations Ben WolberCongratulations Ben Wolber AMRC Newest Paul Harris Fellow   |
August 24 - Fantasy Football League DraftAMRC Fantasy Football League 2022 Draft Day Draft Day Draft Day Wednesday, August 24, 6 pm: DRAFT DAY for the 2022-23 Addison Midday Rotary Club Fantasy Football League Once again, Mary Jo has volunteered to host a draft party at her home, 17043 Vinland in Addison. We will start gathering after 5 pm and the draft will start promptly at 6 pm. You do not have to attend the draft party to participate as the draft will be online and automated. If you aren’t familiar with the ESPN Fantasy Football website and phone app I suggest you get caught up before the season starts. They have lots of information and training videos for you to learn your way around the system. It will be a snake draft with 90 seconds allowed for each pick or you can set your draft to automatic and let the system make your choices. Thanks to everyone for signing up. We are all looking forward to another fun season. Each 'team owner' owes Jim Duffy $10 cash for the prize pool. Questions?: Contact Jim Duffy. |
Congratulations Mary Jo CaterCongratulations Mary Jo Cater Paul Harris + 4   |
August 23 - Strictly Social Luncheon - Olive GardenAddison Midday Rotary
"Strictly Social Luncheon"  Tuesday, August 23, 2022 11:30am Olive Garden Italian Kitchen 4240 Beltline Road (at Midway) Order from regular menu - Individual checks In order for restaurant to be prepared with appropriate staff to serve us, please make a reservation by August 20th email suzie_oliver@tx.rr.com Guests are welcome! Salute! Heather Young & Suzie Oliver |
August 16 Meeting - Whole Person CareAugust 16 Meeting Michael Poku, MD, MBA Whole Person Care  Michael Poku, MD, MBA is a senior medical director for Oak Street Health, a network of primary care centers that delivers value-based care to adults on Medicare. Michael is passionate about developing and implementing novel care models and is a proponent of "whole person care". Michael also holds clinical faculty positions at the Methodist Health System in Dallas and UT Southwestern. Michael has past experiences in management consulting at McKinsey & Company where he worked in the healthcare payer and provider space; he also has experiences in intellectual property management, healthcare provider operational/clinical leadership, VC/PE, and healthcare operations and strategy. |
Sept 15-18 Addison Oktoberfest - GET READY |
Addison Addvocates with 8 hours of ServiceTiara Chapman is inviting all Addison Addvocates who have volunteered at least 8 hours of service since Jan 1st of 2022 to come and celebrate at the Employee Appreciation Luncheon August 18th from 11:45am – 2 pm. Please respond, please email Tiara Chapman at tchapman@addisontx.gov by Monday August,15th so she can get an accurate head count.  |
August 16 Meeting - New Member Vocation TalkAugust 16 Meeting New Member Vocation Talk In the spotlight:  |
Strategic Plan 2022-2023Please look over and if you have any additional items that should be included in our Strategic Plan, please contact Mary Jo.    |
AMRC Goals for 2022-2023   |
Welcome To Our Newest MemberA Full Welcome to our newest member, Stephanie McGovern Inducted into AMRC on Aug 9. Welcome Stephanie!  |
AMRC Rolled for Metrocrest ServicesOn August 2,2022, the Addison Midday Rotary Club collected rolls of Toilet Paper for Metrocrest Services. Service Project #1 for 2022-2023.    |
August 9 Meeting - ClubRunnerAugust 9, 2022 Stan Herrin ClubRunner 101  AMRC Member and Past President StanHerrin will explain the difference between ClubRunner and MyRotary.org, highlight some of features available on ClubRunner and talk about the ClubRunner Mobile App. Our Homepage and Newsletter are the product of Clubrunner. "An Official Rotary International Licensee, ClubRunner serves thousands of Rotary clubs and districts just like yours across the globe with one goal in mind - to make technology work for anyone, anywhere while enabling Rotarians to streamline club processes and improve productivity." |
August 2 Meeting - Club Assembly Topics to be Discussed:
and We will collect Toilet Paper - Let it Roll
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Fun Time at Strictly SocialA Fun Time was had by all at the Strictly Social Event at Cantina Lorado.  |
Aug 2 - Let's ROLL for Metrocrest |
July 28 - Strategic Plan MeetingMary Jo is looking for AMRC members who would like to be on the AMRC Strategic Plan Committee  Her goal is to have the Strategic Plan ready for club discussion and full club input at our August 2nd Club Assembly. The Committee will meet 5:00pm, Thursday, July 28th at Mary Jo's home - 17043 Vinland Dr. The meeting will be finished by 6:00pm. This meeting is open to the first twelve members who respond - I think that is the legal limit for my living room! Wine and light snacks will be served. BYOBeer unless you will drink Budweiser products. Please respond to Mary Jo if you are interested. Mary Jo maryjo_cater@yahoo.com 214-995-2918 |
On a Happy Note Dash Lawrence vanGoethem was born Monday, July 18, 2022, at 3:30pm. Proud parents are Eric and Sabrina vanGoethem |
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July 26 Meeting - Strictly Social LuncheonRSVP if you plan to attend by July 23rd - Email suzie_oliver@tx.rr.com Guests are welcome  NOTE: Order from regular menu Individual checks RSVP if you plan to attend by July 23rd so the restaurant can be prepared with the appropriate staff to serve us Email suzie_oliver@tx.rr.com Guests are welcome Guests are welcome |
Did U C (Did you see?)Mary Jo opened an email from Metrocrest Services and saw AMRC in the opening story! The picture is from last year - the drive is this year.  |
July 19 Meeting - Rotary Action Groups and FellowshipsJuly 19 Meeting Jerry Allison, President and Past President of Addison Midday Rotary Rotary Action Groups and Fellowships   What is a Rotary Action Group? What are Rotary Fellowships? What is the difference? Why do we need these?   Rotary is full of opportunities to serve your community, collaborate with projects in your District or State, contribute or join Global Grants around the World, prepare our future leaders, share knowledge with business leaders in underserved countries, etc. But there is so much more you can do in Rotary. You can visit Clubs locally, around your State or Country, or when traveling to other countries. Another way to meet Rotarians is to join groups with common education or experience as yourself or join groups that have similar passions to help others. President Jerry will share with attendees the difference between Action Groups and Fellowships. We will explore some of the various groups available, why they exist, how they were formed, who should join, what do they do, when and where do they meet, what does it cost, and how to join. One does not necessarily need to be a Rotarian to join these groups. If you are a Rotarian, or considering joining Rotary, Action Groups and Fellowships may be another way to achieve fulfillment in your life. President Jerry has been with the Addison Midday Rotary Club for 7 years, and a member of Rotary International for 26 years. He has been a member of Rotary Clubs in the United States, Maranians Islands, and the Philippines. |
AMRC Flag Lease Program Our Flag Lease Program puts out flags on five holidays: 1. President's Day (3rd Monday in February) 2. Memorial Day (Last Monday in May) 3. Independence Day (July 4th) 4. Labor Day /Patriot Day (1st Monday in September and 9/11) 5. Veterans Day (November 11) To find out more information about our program and to sign-up, please visit our The Flag Lease Program Web site: See the Addison Midday Rotary Flag Program Video on YouTube. Click Here!
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July 12 Meeting - Deputy City Manager John CrawfordJuly 12, 2022 John Crawford, Deputy City Manager for the Town of Addison Addison Today  John Crawford will speak on Addison Today. He oversees the Addison Airport, Marketing and Communication, Public Works and Engineering, Parks and Recreation, and Special Events. Previously he oversaw Finance and Budgeting, Economic Development, Municipal Court, and General Services. |
July 14 - Metrocrest Chamber Lunch |
DG Howard Templin's Goals At our July 5 meeting, DG Howard Templin unveiled his 10 goals for District 5810 in 2022-2023 1. Retain Members 2. Grow Rotary 3. More Diversity 4. Increase Foundation giving 5. Increase Polio giving 6. Increase the number of EREY (Every Rotarian Every Year contribute a minimum of $100 to the Foundation) 7. Increase the number of Service Projects per club 8. Each Club participates in a Global Grant 9. Each Club have a Strategic Plan 10. Collaboration between Clubs in the District.  |
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1) Is it the TRUTH? 2) Is it FAIR to all Concerned? 3) Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSIPS? 4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all Concerned? |
July 5 Meeting - RYLA Camper Hampton AldridgeJuly 5 Hampton Aldridge  Hampton Aldridge will give us a brief presentation about his Camp RYLA experience. Hampton has a very busy summer schedule, so having him speak is a treat. Hampton attends Jesuit College Preparatory Academy of Dallas and is one of two RYLA campers we sponsored this year. |
AMRC Installation and Awards Dinner - June 28 2022Congratulations to the AMRC Award Winners for the 2021-2022 Rotary Year  Service Above Self Award Ron Whitehead The Service Above Self Award is to recognize individuals living and working in our community who demonstrate Rotary’s spirit of service.  Spirit of Rotary Award Greg Thornbury Stan Herrin The Spirit of Rotary Award is presented to that Rotarian who through sustained, outstanding and unusual dedication to the ideals of “Service Above Self,” has contributed in a significant way to the established work of Rotary.  Rotarian of the Year Award Mary Jo Cater The Rotarian of the Year award is presented to a member who has exhibited outstanding achievements for the Club during the past year -- and including basic Rotary activities such as attendance, committee work, Foundation support, new member proposals, etc.  Addison Midday Rotary Club 2022-2023 Board and Committee Chairs Left To Right Howard Templin - 2022-2023 District Governor Mary Reed - Treasurer Cynthia Allison - Secretary Mary Jo Cater - President Elect Ben Wolber - Immediate Past President Kelvin Roquemore - Service Projects Greg Thornbury - Sargent-at-Arms Eric vanGoethem - Membership Chair  2022-2023 President Jerry Allison  Transfer of Gavel from Immediate Past President Ben Wolber to President Jerry Allison  Thanks, Ron Whitehead, for Being the Emcee  Thanks, Happy Franklin, for Reciting the Object of Rotary to us. |
Congratulations President Elect Mary JoCongratulations President Elect Mary Jo Cater  Paul Harris +3 |
New Rotary Year 2022-2023The Rotary Year is from July 1 to June 30. These dates coincide with our club's tax year.  Beginning July 1, 2022, the Rotary International President is Jennifer E. Jones. The 1st Woman President of Rotary International. She is a member of the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland, Onterio  The theme for 2022-2023 Imagine Rotary, asks Rotarians to dream big and harness their connections and the power of Rotary to turn those dreams into reality. |
Rotary Monthly Theme - July July is Transition Month - each year Rotary Clubs and Districts across the globe induct new leaders. Our leaders exemplify all of the qualities that make our members extraordinary: integrity, expertise, and commitment to service. Serving as a Club or District officer or committee member provides an opportunity to enrich your leadership skills by sharing experiences and ideas with other Rotarians throughout the region. July is also 'Bring a Friend to Rotary' Month Who do you know that should be a Rotarian? |
Check this out!Go to our District 5810 web site, Home Page | Rotary District 5810 (rotary5810.org) Click on the right arrow in the banner In the second Banner picture, under 'Serving our Community" and you will see this picture:  |
July 5 Meeting - District Governor Howard TemplinJuly 5 District Governor Howard Templin  Rotary District 5810 2022-2023 District Governor is Howard Templin. District Governor Templin is a 3rd generation Rotarian, having been a member of The Rotary Club of Dallas since 2009. He is Paul Harris Society member and a Major Donor. He was president of the 1st Club in Texas in 2017-18. Howard has served on the club’s Board of Directors, the Foundation Board, several committees, as well as participating in many of the club’s projects. He is a past District Membership Chairman, Assistant Governor, and a Lone Star PETS facilitator. Howard earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Texas, Austin. After working as an architect and capital improvements project manager for over 47 years, he retired in July 2020 from being project manager on the University of Texas at Dallas campus. Howard has been married to his wonderful wife Ellen for 32 years. They have three adult daughters, Nicole Templin, Barbara Templin and The Reverend Claire Makins. Ellen and Howard have 2 grandsons, Cal and James Makins. |
Calendar Ideas President is putting together the 2022-2023 Calendar.If you have an activity he needs to put on the Calendar, please contact him.
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2022-2023 Rotary Year OfficersPresident: Jerry Allison President Elect: Mary Jo Cater Treasurer: Mary Reed Secretary: Immediate Past President: Ben Wolber Sergeant-at-Arms: Greg Thornbury
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June 28 Meeting - No Meeting at NoonNo Meeting at 12:00-noon on June 28 at the May Dragon. We are having our Officer Installation & Awards Dinner on June 28. |
2021-2022 Volunteer HoursFrom President Ben: During the 2021-2022 Rotary Year, the Addison Midday Rotary Club conducted 12 service projects, and our members provided a total of over 270 volunteer hours to get them done. For two of the service projects, our club received Matching District Grants for Projects with the Addison Police and Fire Departments (Santa’s Heroes and Cops & Kids). For each of these two Service Projects, our club provided $930 worth of gift cards. The matching District Grants provided the same amount of money, bringing the total of donations to nearly $3,900! The club also provided the yearly Easter Baskets for Hope Supply. But in addition to these club funded donations, the members also came up with additional, own and individual donations – for example our toilet paper drive, the books and toys provided for George H W Bush Elementary School, the cereal for Metrocrest Services. It is important to note that setting out and picking up flags as well as all the work done at the flag workday is not included in the volunteer hours related to the service projects. This is fundraising, helping to create the income we have from this program. The true hours committed by our members to our club therefore is much higher.  |
AMRC Installation and Awards Dinner - June 28, 2022Installation and Awards Dinner - June 28, 2022 From 6pm to 9 pm Venue Forty/50 4050 Belt Line Road Addison, TX Reservations Required Dinner will be Chicken Cordon Blue. If you would like something different due to dietary reasons, please contact Cynthia. |
Congratulations Past President Mary JoCongratulations Past President Mary Jo Cater  Paul Harris +2 |
Tagging Pictures on FacebookWe have reviewed our policy on tagging pictures on Facebook and have decided to change our policy. Previously we did not tag people in our pictures in our club posts on Facebook. In the future, we will tag people. If you do not wish to be tagged in a club photo, please contact Stan Herrin.
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Flag Lease Program is Growing!On June 18, the Addison Midday Rotary Club held an 'Emergency Flag Workday' to ensure we had enough flags to put out on July 4th. If you live in Addison and would like us to put out a flag, as part of our Flag Lease Program, visit http://addisonmiddayrotaryflags.com/     |
What is a Rotary Fellowship? Rotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends around the world, explore a hobby or profession, and enhance your Rotary experience. List 4 of Rotary Fellowships Shooting Sport Singles Skiing Social Networks Strategic Planning Surfing Table Tennis Tennis Total Quality Management Travel and Hosting Triathlon Urban Gardening Vintage Collectables Wellness and Fitness Whisk(e)y Wildlife Conservation Wine Yachting Yoga |
Cereal for Metrocrest ServicesCereal Drive for Metrocrest Services  Metrocrest Services Sack Summer Hunger program and Food Pantry ensures no child in the Metrocrest Services area goes hungry during the summer. Children love cereal and boxes of cereal are always in demand. To minimize this problem, the Addison Midday Rotary Club held a Cereal Drive. At our June 14 Rotary meeting, our club of 25 members donated over 100 boxes of cereal and dropped them off at the Metrocrest Services Food Pantry. For more information on a Cereal Drive for Metrocrest Services, go to SSH Donation Drive Packet (metrocrestservices.org) |
Club Rewards thru KrogerAnother Rewards Program that rewards the Addison Midday Rotary Club based on your purchases |
June is Rotary Fellowship Month Make New Friends Around the World June is designated as “Rotary Fellowships Month” by the RI Board to recognize the importance of international fellowship and good will among Rotarians with similar recreational interests, vocations, and health and medical issue-oriented interests, to promote increased participation in fellowships and increase understanding of this program. The RI Board encourages fellowships groups to highlight activities through projects, activities, and events in celebration of “Rotary Fellowships Month” in June. |
RYLA 2022Camp RYLA was a success, and as usually our AMRC member Jim Duffy played a big role in its success. Thanks, Jim, for your hard work.  |
June 21 Meeting - TBD (Our RYLA Campers were schedule but had conflicts and cannot make it)
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Flag Schedule for 4th of July MARK YOUR CALENDARS4th of July Day is Monday, July 4 Flags Set Out: Friday/Saturday July 1/2 Flags Pick Up: Friday/Saturday July 8/9 Please contact Nancy Craig with your work preference. |
June 14 Meeting - Artificial Intelligence, Part 2June 14, 2022 Professor Jan Wolber, PhD Product Leader Digital with GE Healthcare Artificial Intelligence, Part 2  Please note our meeting will start early on June 14. Please arrive early From Wikipedia: Artificial intelligence (AI) is intelligence demonstrated by machines, as opposed to the natural intelligence displayed by animals including humans. Leading AI textbooks define the field as the study of "intelligent agents": any system that perceives its environment and takes actions that maximize its chance of achieving its goals. Some popular accounts use the term "artificial intelligence" to describe machines that mimic "cognitive" functions that humans associate with the human mind, such as "learning" and "problem solving", however this definition is rejected by major AI researchers. Jan is the brother of Club President Ben Wolber. Although he lives in England, he is visiting Ben and will making a live presentation. |
Ceral Box Challange - June 14METROCREST SERVICES CEREAL BOX CHALLANGE  On June 14 (Flag Day) Mary Jo has challenged us to fill her SUV with Cereal Boxes! This summer, we’re collecting cereal boxes for Metrocrest Services that will be distributed to children during the Sack Summer Hunger program and the Food Pantry. Remember eating cereal as a child? As an Adult? What was your favorite? Bring 4 -8 boxes to our June 14 meeting. Funny story - In southern Illinois there is a town of Creal Springs. Twice a year the Boy Scout troop where I was Assistant Scoutmaster drove through this town about 9:00pm after driving for 3 hours - we were going backpacking in the Shawnee National Forest. I convinced some Scouts the name of the town was Cereal Springs, which many of them called it for several years. So, remember this is a Cereal Drive and not a Creal Drive
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VolunteerExamples of Addison Midday Service Projects Flag Lease Program  Set out and pick up. Sell subscriptions. Flag workday with Social Afterwards. Money Raised thru our Flag Lease Program is supports our AMRC Foundation. Rotary International Foundation Donations to End Polio Campaign with matching grant from Bill Gates Foundation. Interact Club AMRC Sponsors the Interact Club at Jesuit High School, Dallas We sponsored two RYLA campers every year and drive them to and from camp. Provided the Interact Club with Holiday lights and funds for a Christmas Dance for teenagers living with special needs. Metrocrest Services  AMRC has been a Seasons of Service sponsor along with other Rotary clubs. AMRC has pledged monetary support to the new Metrocrest Services Building. AMRC presented Metrocrest Services with the first of three installments for its new Headquarters. Filled Sack Summer Hunger bags with food. Sorted produce for Sack Summer Hunger Bags. Sorted donated cans at the Metrocrest Food Pantry donations for Thanksgiving boxes and other food give aways. Sorting, bagging, cutting gift wrap at the Metrocrest Holiday Store. Staffed the Metrocrest Services Holiday Store when it was open. Donated teenage gifts to Metrocrest Holiday Store. Gathered Toilet paper for ‘Let’s Roll for Metrocrest’ campaign. Inventoried Metrocres Services Skylane Warehouse and Food Pantry. Cereal Drive for Metrocrest Services. Addison’s Police and Fire Department’s Santa’s Heros and Cops-n-Kids Program  Sold Addison Police Families Association T Shirts. Toy Donations to Santas. Conducted a Pancake Breakfast to raise money. Wrapped packages for Santas Heroes. AMRC Donated to Santa’s Heros by purchasing 66 $25 gift cards. AMRC purchased gift cards for Cops-n-Kids Program. Assisted in the Santa’s Heros and Cop-n-Kid handouts. George H W Bush Elementary School Collected Dry Erase Markers for Bush Elementary. Assembled tables for Bush Elementary. Obtained a donation of 100 Child size ear buds for Bush Elementary Stocked George H W Bush Elementary School Store. Participated in Bush Elementary School Read Across America Day. Assisted in Bush Elementary School’s Spring Festival. International  Collected empty pill bottles for Malawi, Africa. Donated two Shelter Boxes – one from club, and one from club members. The AMRC agreed to support the Rotary Club Legaspi West in seeking a global grant for a clean water project. AMRC held a zoom joint meeting with the German Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch. AMRC donated to Victims of Human Trafficking. AMRC donated to the Kenya Ambulance Project. AMRC donated to provide health insurance to Kenyan families. Misc Brick at American Fallen Soldiers Project Town of Addison Provided candy canes at the Addison Circle tree lighting Helped the Town of Addison prepare for Oktoberfest. AMRC cleaned up White Rock Creek Trail in Addison. Planted trees at various locations around the Town of Addison  Hope Supply Made Easter baskets. Made new mother boxes. |
June 7 Meeting - Club Assembly |
How to Join AMRCHOW TO JOIN  Step 1 Get to know us; let us get to know you! We meet on Tuesdays at noon, or Participate in one of our volunteer programs. Step 2 Find a Sponsor Ask an AMRC member to sponsor you. Step 3 Apply for Membership Fill out and submit the New Member Application Step 4 Approval Upon Board and Club approval, you will be invited to join AMRC. You will be presented with new member Rotary literature  Upon your payment of initiation fee, you will be inducted into the Addison Midday Rotary Club and presented your Badge Step 6 Attend A New Member Orientation course will be scheduled for you. Step 7 Complete the New Member Requirements 1. Greet members and guest at the door (Four Times); 2. Attend one board meeting; 3. Two months perfect attendance (including make-ups); 4. Lead Prayer and pledge once; 5. Sign up for one of the committees; 6. Bring in a potential new member; 7. Do one vocational talk.  MEMBERSHIP The Addison Midday Rotary Club is composed of adult persons who demonstrate good character, integrity, and leadership; possess good reputation within their business, profession, and / or community; and are willing to serve in their community and /or around the world." The Addison Midday Rotary Club has five types of membership: An Active Member is an individual elected to the club but not as a Corporate, Household, Under 40, or Honorary Member. A Corporate Member is an individual elected to the club under the Corporate Membership Policy. A Household Member must be a spouse, family member, or partner of an Active Member living at the same address.  An Under 40 Member must be under the age of 40 when applying for membership in this club. If elected, this person's membership shall expire upon the beginning of the next quarter after the member's 40th birthday, at which time membership continues but not as an Under 40 membership. An Honorary Member must be recognized by the club for distinguished meritorious service in the furtherance of Rotary ideals and be considered a friend of Rotary for their permanent support of Rotary's cause.     |
Videos by the Addison Midday Rotary ClubAddison Midday Rotary Flag Program People of Action Oktoberfest 2021
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Midday News ADDENDUM For June 7, 2022
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May 31 Meeting - REACTMay 31 Kendall Bachiks REACT  Check out this REACT Video: https://vimeo.com/481471916/ MEET THE BACHIKS Our entry into the world of neuro-recovery is not all that unique, but where we’ve taken things is anything but traditional! Kendell, born and raised in Dallas, was fueled by a life defined by progress. Working in the financial sector as an auditor for KPMG, her life was derailed in a moments time. It was October 31, 2009. A seemingly inconsequential decision to ride with friends that Halloween ended up being a choice that changed the course of her life forever. She was in a car accident. The speed and intensity of fishtailing left to right, over and over, snapped Kendell’s neck – instantly paralyzing her. Ryan, born and raised in Waco, was fueled by a life of sports. Just as he finished several collegiate strength and conditioning internships with universities like Baylor and Missouri, Kendell had placed a job opportunity on the National Strength & Conditioning Association’s website for a coach capable of taking on the delicate challenge of caring for people overcoming traumatic conditions while pushing them beyond what they believe is their limit. Ryan was eager to prove himself and relocated to Dallas for the job. Instantly he found himself in awe of the willpower it takes to overcome conditions like a spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, MS and the many other neurological diagnoses his clients face . Everyday, the Bachik’s commit themselves to serving others through improved movement. Together, their team continues to push the realm of what’s possible in neuro-recovery. Utilizing experience, knowledge and the brain’s ability to dictate movement, Bachik Methods has created a system of training that propels client’s well beyond what many say is possible. Physical and emotional recovery do not occur independently. They are so closely intertwined that unless we address both, you will not achieve what you are capable of! We are committed to improving every person that trusts our family in their recovery. You will FEEL our passion. Our team will take you where you cannot take yourself! |
Camp RYLACamp RYLA is May 29 - June 3. We have Drivers! |
Rotary Monthly Theme - May May is Youth Service (formerly called New Generations) Month when Rotary Clubs, around the world focus on youth services, Rotaract, Interact, RYLA, Youth Exchange. |
Bookkeeper NeededThe Addison Midday Rotary Club needs a bookkeeper. If you of someone, please let Jim know. We would prefer a bookkeeper who is familiar with Rotary. (Our old bookkeeper is no longer able to assist us.)  |
Flag Schedule for Memorial DayMARK YOUR CALENDARSMemorial Day is May 30 Flags Set Out: Friday/Saturday May 27/28 Flags Pick Up: Friday/Saturday June 3/4 |
May 24 Meeting - Kenyan Ambulance ProjectMay 24 Dave McSpadden Kenya Ambulance Project  Dave McSpadden is the Past District Governor from the Waxahachie Rotary Club. Samwel Otieno founded a hospital in Kenya in 2014. In December 2021, while seeking assistance for the hospital, he met fellow Rotarian and Waxahachie resident Dave McSpadden. Working together, Otieno and McSpadden created the U.S.-based nonprofit arm of RTC to help raise funds for the hospital. Currently the hospital needs an ambulance.  |
Easter Baskets Service ProjectEaster Baskets for Hope Supply Our favorite project of the year. We put together Easter Baskets for Hope Supply to distribute to them to families in need.  |
Rotary District 5810 Grant Helps Cops & KidsThanks to a Rotary District 5810 Grant, Addison Midday Rotary was able to provide a second installment of funds for the Addison Police and Fire Department's community outreach programs: Santa’s Heroes/Cops & Kids community outreach programs! Accepting the check is the Town of Addison's Police Chief, Paul Spencer. #addisonmiddayrotary #serviceaboveself #district5810proud  |
May 10 Meeting - RYLA
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Report from Flag Lease Program  At the April Board Meeting of the Addison Midday Rotary Club, Jim Duffy reported that the net proceeds of the Flag Lease Program from the third quarter of 2021-20220 was $1, 721.80. These funds were transferred to the Addison Midday Rotary Foundation to be used on upcoming projects. A BIG THANKS to everyone who has participated in the Flag Lease Program. |
Camp RYLA Drivers Needed.jpg){kind=logo} Drivers are needed to drive RYLA campers to Camp RYLA on May 29 and return June 3.If you can help, please contact Bruce Arfsten. Camp RYLA is July 28 to Aug 2
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Rotary Monthly Theme - April April is Maternal and Child Health Month - Every day mothers risk their lives giving birth and millions of children die each year from treatable, preventable causes. At least 7 million children under the age of five die each year due to malnutrition, poor health care, and inadequate sanitation. To help reduce this rate, we provide immunizations and antibiotics to babies, improve access to essential medical services, and support trained health care providers for mothers and their children. Your Rotary projects ensure sustainability by empowering the local community to take ownership of health care training programs. |
April 26 Meeting - Police Chief SpencerApril 9 Meeting Addison Police Chief Paul Spencer Police Chief Spencer will give an update on the Town of Addison   |
Congratulations Past-Elect Jerry AllisonCongratulations Past President Jerry Allison  Paul Harris +7  |
April 19 Meeting - TBD(Help Ron out - suggest a speaker)
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April 5 Meeting - Easter Baskets for Hope SupplyApril 5 Easter Baskets for Hope Supply Our favorite project of the year. We put together Easter Baskets for Hope Supply to distribute to them to families in need. Please be at the May Dragon by 12:00 so you can place your order and be done eating by 12:30, when the Easter Basket fun begins. Hope Supply will transport the baskets in their van for distribution. WEAR YOUR ROTARTY SHIRT!    |
Club Leadership Development - March 26 AMRC will pay the Registration Cost Please let President Ben know if you are interested. To Register, Click Here
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March 29 Meeting - Club Assembly |
Welcome To A New AMRC Member - Eric VanGoethenOur newest club member, Eric VanGoethen Eric transfers into our club from another Rotary Club in our District. Welcome Eric!  |
Welcome To A New AMRC Member - Heather YoungOur newest club member, Heather Young Heather is new to AMRC and new to our club. Welcome Heather! |
March 22 Meeting - Trip to the Addison AirportMarch 22 Visit to the Addison Airport  We will have an offsite meeting at the new Addison Airport Offices on Addison Road. Darci Neuzil will give us a tour of their offices. No Meeting at May Dragon. Lunch Cost: for those of you that have ordered lunch, the cost is $10. If you have not ordered, you need to bring your own lunch. Meeting location. 4545 Jimmy Doolittle, Suite 200 Park anywhere in the parking lot.  |
Rotary Monthly Theme - March March is Water and Sanitation Month – Over 750 million people in the world lack access to safe water and more than 2.5 billion people lack access to adequate sanitation facilities. At least 3,000 children die each day from diarrheal diseases caused by unsafe water. Rotary's projects give communities the ability to develop and maintain sustainable water and sanitation systems and support studies related to water and sanitation. |
Our Newest MembersThe waiting period is up - Next time you see them, welcome our two new club members - Heather Young and Eric VanGoethen. Heather is a new Rotarian and Eric is a transfer from another club. |
March 15 Meeting - St Patrick's Day (Early)March 15 St. Patrick's Day Themed Day Ron is arranging an informational meeting on St Patrick's day and Ireland. Wear some Green.    |
March 8 Meeting - Year UpMarch 8 Mary Lynn Amoyo Senior Director of Philanthropy for Year Up Inc  Mary Lynn Amoyo will introduce us to their work as a workforce development organization committed to equitable access to economic opportunities, education, and justice for all young adults. They are working with Dallas Colleges El Centro Campus. Year Up's mission is to close the Opportunity Divide by ensuring that young adults gain the skills, experiences, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through careers and higher education. Year Up believes that every young adult has potential and deserves opportunity and economic justice. |
Donations for Victims of Human TraffickingAt the Regional Rotary PETS (President-Elect Training Session) items were gathered for victims of human trafficking. The Addison Midday Rotary Club donated T-shirt’s and underwear. AMRC President-Elect Jerry Allison collected the donations.  |
Read Across AmericaRead Across America at as part of the Read Across America Initiative. The Addison Midday Rotary Club helped celebrate Read Across America March 2, 2022 (Dr. Seus’ birthday) at George H. W. Bush Elementary School in Addison. Visitor restrictions limited our participation to five members, so we brought along a bunch of new books donated by individual club members! The school principal and teachers were in costume.  |
President's Day Flag PickupJon Silva and Stan Herrin Picking up flags set out for Presidents Day  |
2022 Zoom Meeting InfoBeginning Tuesday January 4, 2022 Zoom Meeting link, for first six months of 2022, to the Addison Midday Rotary Club: Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 840 6411 8532 Passcode: rotary |
Read Across America - March 2Wednesday March 2nd Read Across America at as part of the Read Across America Initiative.  Everyone can participate in Read Across America!
Please let her know if you can volunteer to read, shop or make a cash pledge! The students at Bush Elementary get so excited that businesspeople are interested in them - and they are so interested in each of you! It’s way more about the interaction and feeling of community support, less about the actual reading. It is very rewarding!
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Rotary Peace Fellowships Rotary District 5810 is now accepting Rotary Peace Fellowship applications for the 2023-24 academic year. Candidates have until 15 May to submit applications to The Rotary Foundation. Rotary endorsers must submit endorsements to The Rotary Foundation by 1 July.Rotary District 5810 is pleased to report that the district's candidate for 2022, Carrie Perkins, has been accepted to go to Thailand. Please contact PDG Linda Elliott for further details about the Rotary Peace Fellowship. Governor 1011@rotary5810.org 214-952-7337 Rotary Peace Fellowship Candidates Clubs and districts have the power to shape the next generation of peacebuilders by recruiting Rotary Peace Fellows and helping them stay involved with Rotary after their studies. Each year, The Rotary Foundation awards up to 50 fellowships for master’s degree programs and 80 for professional certificate programs at the seven Rotary Peace Centers around the world. By supporting a peace fellow, your club or district can engage with the program in meaningful ways. Rotary Peace Fellowship Program Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Centers program develops the capacity of peace and development professionals to become effective catalysts for peace. The fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and internship and field-study expenses. Since the program began in 2002, the Rotary Peace Centers have trained more than 1,500 fellows who now work in over 115 countries. Many serve as leaders in governments, NGOs, education and research institutions, peacekeeping and law enforcement agencies, and international organizations like the United Nations and the World Bank. |
March 1 Meeting - Addison Arbor FoundationMarch 1 Dr. Jay Ihrig Addison Arbor Foundation  Dr. Jay Ihrig will give us an update on the Addison Arbor Foundation. The Addison Arbor Foundation (AAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote and enhance landscaping, public art, public parks and parks and recreation programs of the Town of Addison. The Foundation’s impact can be seen in the trees, landscape and public art installed throughout the Town. The Foundation’s free education programs provide useful information about plants, gardening and art.   |
Setting Out President Day Flags Thanks Mary Jo for the Great Picture!
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Rotary Monthly Theme - February February is Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Month – Rotarians train adults and young leaders to prevent and mediate conflict, and aid refugees who have fled dangerous areas. During February, Rotary Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Month, we’re celebrating our commitment to build peace and Rotarians train adults and young leaders to prevent and mediate conflict, and aid refugees who have fled dangerous areas. During February, Rotary Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Month, we’re celebrating our commitment to build peace and mitigate conflict. |
Feb 22 - Dallas Holocaust MuseumFebruary 22 Mary Patt Higgins President, and CEO of the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum  Mary Pratt Higgins will give us an introduction to the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museums messages and collection. The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum tells the story of the Holocaust, the emergence of international human rights following the war, and the development of human and civil rights in America.
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February 15 Meeting - TBD(Help Ron out - suggest a speaker)
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President's Day Flags Set Out Flags before President's Day February 21, 2022 The weekend of February 18/19 (Driver's Choice) Pick Up Flags after President's Day The Weekend of February 25/26 (Drivers Choice) |
February 8 Meeting - Metrocrest Chamber of CommerceFebruary 8 Hayden Austin, President Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce  Hayden Austin is the new President of the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce. The "Metrocrest" refers to three communities that sit geographically in the crest of the Dallas metropolitan area - Addison, Carrollton, and Farmers Branch. The Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce has three main priorities: 1) continue to serve as the champion for and support local business, 2) provide timely resources for employers and employees, and 3) continue to deliver value and stay the course. Our guiding principle in situations like this is to focus on where we’ll be afterwards as a business community. Join us Tuesday for an update on the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce.  |
Addison Midday Rotary Club meets with the Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch ( Germany)On January 26 the Addison Midday Rotary Club met with the Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch (of Germany). The meeting was virtual via Zoom.  The 2021-2022 AMRC President, Ben Wolber, grew up in Leutkirch, Germany. He contacted his father in Leutkirch who put been in touch with members of the Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch Rotary Club. The Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch Rotary Club meets at 7:00 on Wednesdays. Addison Midday meets at noon on Tuesdays. For this meeting only, the Addison Midday Club moved their meeting to Wednesday, but started their meeting at the usual time since there is a 7-hour difference between Addison, Texas and Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch, Germany. Each club talked about themselves: Topics included: ● Club History ● Dealing with COVID ● Partner Clubs ● Service Projects ● Fund Raising ● Social Activities ● Outlook The AMRC wanted to know more about the Club Trips taken by the Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch and the Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch wanted to know more about the Four Way Test. Both Club agreed it was a very enjoyable meeting.   |
February 1 Meeting - British Flying Training School MuseumFebruary 1, Meeting Patrick Hotard, Director The British Flying Training School Museum Terrell, TX  During World War II thousands of British cadets learned to fly at six civilian training schools across the southern United States. The first and largest of the schools was in Terrell, Texas. More than 2,200 Royal Air Force and United States Army Air Corps cadets earned their wings over North Texas between 1941 and 1945. The museum celebrates this little-known chapter of World War II history with an archive that contains the most extensive record of the No. 1 British Flying Training Schools in existence. |
Watch for the Superbowel Score Board Superbowl LVI - February 13AMRC will celebrate with a Score Scoreboard. 10 by 10 Checkerboard  $1 per square Numbers 0 through 9 are assigned by draw after all squares are sold. Money paid out for winning combination at each quarter and end of game. Emphasis on fellowship, not big bucks! |
Flag Schedule for President's DayMark you Calendars:Set Out Flags before President's Day February 21, 2022 The weekend of February 18/19 (Driver's Choice) Pick Up Flags after President's Day The Weekend of February 25/26 (Drivers Choice) To sign up, contact Mary Jo! |
Tuesday January 25 Meeting moved to Wednesday January 26Wednesday - Wednesday - Wednesday Please remember - This week we are meeting on Wednesday January 26 instead of Tuesday January 25. 11:40 - 11:40 - 11:40 Please remember - This week our Wednesday January 26 meeting begins at 11:40 |
Rotary Monthly Theme - January January is Vocational Services Month Vocational Service focuses on: The recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, not just those that are pursued by Rotarians. ... The contribution of your vocational talents to solving the problems of society and meeting the needs of the community. |
Stocking the 'Bush Galleria' at G H W Bush Elementary School Service Project Thanks to everyone for donating toys, books and games to the 'Bush Galleria' at G H W Bush Elementary School'. And a special 'hats off' to Mary Jo for organizing this service project.The school and the students were very appreciative of the donation. Teachers and staff at GHW Bush Elementary School reward students with "Bush Bucks" when the student:
The student uses the Bush Bucks to 'purchase' the items in Bush Galleria - the items have different prices. Bush students and their sponsor, Mrs. Thomas, meet to determine the 'price' for each item. Initial donations for Bush Galleria came from students at Greenhill and GHW Bush staff and students at Greenhill School, a coed independent day school for prekindergarten – Grade 12. |
January 26 Meeting (Wednesday)- Zooming with the German Rotary ClubJanuary 26th Meeting Wednesday Jan 26, Meeting begins at 11:40 Zoom meeting with the Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch On Wednesday January 26 we will have a Zoom meeting with the Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch, Germany Rotary Club Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch. AMRC President Ben Wolber grew up in Leutkirch. They meet on Wednesdays at 6:00 pm. This week we will also meet on Wednesday so we can zoom with them. Our meeting begins at 11:40 am so we can finish our meal prior to the start of the Zoom meeting. We will be talking about the similarities and differences in our clubs.   |
December Service Project - Staffing the Metrocrest Service Holiday StoreThanks to the Addison Midday Rotary volunteers who staffed Metrocrest Services' Holiday Store on December 18, selecting gifts to fulfill the wish lists of local children!  |
January 18 Meeting - The German Rotary ClubJanuary18th President Ben Wolber The German Club AMRC President Ben Wolber will be speaking about the German Towns that are represented by the German Rotary Club we will be jointly meeting with the next week. From President Ben: "As a preparation for the joint meeting with the German Rotary Club of Wangen-Isny-Leutkirch, Ben Wolber will introduce the 3 towns the members are from. Also please remember - in the last week of January, the meeting will be on Wednesday January 26 instead of Tuesday January 25." |
Fantasy Football 2021AMRC Fantasy Football League 2021 Final Standings 1. Team Duffy - Jim 2. Fighting I's - Stan 3. Team Arfsten - Bruce 4. Dallas Galaxy - Ben 5. Angels Halos - Al 6. Dak2the Future - Roq Nation (Kelvin) 7. Team Cater - Mary JO 8. Pittsburgh Markel - David Markel 9. Team Gunther - Margie 10. Dallas Wigoodhart - Wade |
Honorary Member Scott Buzzell Passes More information about Scott can be found at: TJM Funeral - Obituaries - Francis Prescott - Buzzell, Jr. (turrentinejacksonmorrow.com) |
January 11 Meeting - Stocking the G H W Bush Elementary School's Achievement StoreJanuary 11th January Service Project Stocking GHW Bush Elementary Achievement Store  Bring books, toys, games, etc. that are gently used or newly purchased for the George H W Bush Elementary School Achievement Store The items should be suitable for students pre-K through 4th grade. We will be assembling the toys and stuffed animals that we are giving to Bush Elementary for their Achievement Store The GHW Bush Elementary School rewards students by allowing them to shop at the store. This is our January Service Project: stock the “store” at Bush Elementary. Bring your 'store stock' to our January 11 Meeting.   |
January 4 Meeting - The Honorable Joe ChowJanuary 4, 2022 The Honorable Joe Chow, Mayor of the Town of Addison Addison  We are starting the year with Mayor Joe Chow who will talk to us about the Town of Addison in the year 2022.
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AMRC Supports the new Metrocrest Services HeadquartersAddison Midday Rotary Club (AMRC) has pledged $15,000 over the next 3 three years for the new Metrocrest Services Headquarters.  At our December 14 meeting, AMRC presented Tracy Eubanks, CEO of Metrocrest Services with our first-year donation. The check for $7,500 exceeds our annual pledge of $5,000 and comes from money raised through our Flag Lease Program and North Texas Giving Day and individual donations made to the Addison Midday Rotary Foundation. Your support of our Flag Lease Program supports Metrocrest Services. METROCREST SERVICES is developing their new headquarters at 1835 Walnut Avenue. For this multi-million dollar project, Rotary Clubs in the area served by Metrocrest Services, have been approached by Metrocrest Services with a request to help with a financial donation. In return, a prominent part of the new building will bear the Rotary name. Each club can pledge what is reasonable for them, based on the financial situation and possibilities. To make it easier for the clubs, the pledge would be made over the course of 3 years. |
AMRC October Fest Video Did you miss the video of the AMRC Octoberfest?Would you like to again see the famous hip dance by Al and Ron? |
AMRC Supports Santa's Heroes This year the Addison Midday Rotary Club supported Santa’s Heroes and Kids N Cops with two grants from Rotary District 5810. One grant is for Santa’s Heros and the other grant is for Kids N Cops. Each grant is for $930. We have purchased 66 gift cards, primarily in $25 amounts from Target and $930 from Kroger. The cards were presented to Town of Addison Police Chief Paul Spencer at our December 14 meeting. The Santa Heros cards will be distributed to needy families in the Addison community during the week of December 20. The needy families have been identified by Metrocrest Services! |
AMRC 2021's District Grant Supports Santa's HeroesThis year the Addison Midday Rotary Club supported Santa’s Heroes and Kids N Cops with two grants from Rotary District 5810. One grant is for Santa’s Heros and the other grant is for Kids N Cops. Each grant is for $930. We have purchased 66 gift cards, primarily in $25 amounts from Target and $930 from Kroger. The cards were presented to Town of Addison Police Chief Paul Spencer at our December 14 meeting. The Santa Heros cards will be distributed to needy families in the Addison community during the week of December 20. The needy families have been identified by Metrocrest Services! |
December Service Project - December 18December Service Project  Saturday December 18 12:30 - 3:00 pm We will be volunteering at the Metrocrest Services' Holiday Store, 1835 Walnut Ave, Carrollton, TX 75006 (located at the old First Christian Church building). Volunteers will move around the site, selecting donated toys for the children based on age and a wishlist they have filled out. |
Schedule for DecemberAMRC Schedule for November and December December 18 - Service Project with Metrocrest Services - more information elsewhere in this Newsletter December 21 - Meeting: Club Discussion - Tell us about the time you had a personal contact with someone famous. December 28 - No Meeting |
December 21 Meeting - Club TalesDecember 21 AMRC Club Members Stan Herrin will lead a discussion - tell us of an incident where you interacted with someone famous!  Example - Stan Herrin was leaving a University of Illinois football game, when his wife decided to use the restroom. She gave Stan her purse to hold while she was inside.Bruce Webber, the University of Illinois Basketball coach at the time (he is now at Kansas State), walked by, looked at Stan and said, "Nice Purse" and kept walking. Start thinking of your stories!
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Rotary Monthly Theme - December December is Disease Prevention and Treatment Month Rotary is dedicated to fighting and preventing disease. Disease Prevention and Treatment is one of Rotary’s Six Area of Focus. Disease and illness results in pain and injury. Prolonged severe illness may result in loss of employment and income. It affects families. It affects quality of life. Rotary and Rotarians are committed to helping people to live healthy lives. Our signature project in this area is Polio Eradication. But polio is not the only disease or aspect of healthy living on which Rotarians have expended energies. |
AMRC Holiday Party - Friday December 10 Addison Midday Rotary Club Holiday Party Friday, December 10, 2021 Home of Al and Lynn Angell 14540 Winnwood Road Dallas, TX 75254 6:30 pm BYOB Cocktails - 6:45pm Dinner We will have a "White Elephant" Gift Exchange.  If you would like to participate, please bring one gift (max. value $20) for each person who wants to select a gift. For wine/beer it is BYOBFA (FA=For All) if you would like to bring something for yourself and to share with others.   |
December 7 Meeting - TBA |
To Zoom or not to ZoomDuring the Club Assembly on November 30, the question was raised if we should continue to Zoom. Club members are using zoom but they cannot participate. After discussion, the club decided to continue joint meetings - live and on Zoom, and to revisit zooming in the future. The can was kicked down the road.  |
AMRC 2022 - 2023 Officers At our November 30 Club Assembly Meeting, the following individual will serve as Club Officers during the 2022 - 2023 Rotary Year: President - Jerry Allison Past-President - Ben Wolber President-Elect - Mary Jo Cater Treasurer - Mary Reed Secretary - Jon Silva Sargent-at-Arms - Greg Thornbury Foundation & Newsletter - Stan Herrin There are still positions available for you, such as Service Projects. Please contact Jerry to volunteer. |
November 23 Meeting - ThankfulWhat are you Thankful for? We will talk Turkey about being thankful. (No Speaker and no Zoom Meeting)   |
November 16 Meeting - Dealing with GriefNovember 19 Charlotte Robertson Dealing with Grief Charlotte Robertson has taught classes about dealing with grief after losing a loved one. She has a unique story to share.  Picture Source: Kuzo and Foulk Funeral Homes. |
RI Foundation MinuteA Rotary Foundation Grant helped a Rotary Club in Durango, Colorado, USA, install more than 200 solar lights in remote, off-the-grid Navajo homes. Consider donating to the Rotary Foundation today: Donate | Rotary International Take Pride Rotarian!  |
New Member Nancy Thornbury inducted into AMRCOn November 2, Nancy Thornbury was inducted into AMRC. Welcome Nancy!
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New Member Nancy Craig inducted into AMRCOn November 9, Nancy Craig was inducted into AMRC. Welcome Nancy!
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November 16 MeetingNovember 16 |
Rotary Monthly Theme - November November is Rotary Foundation Month The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. We direct our efforts in six areas to enhance our local and global impact. Our most successful and sustainable projects and activities tend to fall within the following areas:
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White Rock Creek Trail Clean Up - Oct 23From the Saturday morning, Oct 23rd clean-up at White Rock Creek Trail. Clean-up took less than an hour.    |
November 2 Meeting - The Rotary FoundationNovember 2 John Johnson Rotary International's Foundation |
Flag Schedule for Veterans DayMark you Calendars:Set Out Flags before Veterans Day The weekend of November 5 & 6 Pick Up Flags after Veterans Day The Weekend of November 12 & 13 To sign up, contact Ben Wolber! |
October 26 Meeting - TBD(Help Ron out - suggest a speaker)
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Saturday, October 23th - Park Cleanup We are going to clean-up-the-park on Saturday morning, Oct 23rd at White Rock Creek Trail. Park at Al’s and clean up crews will start at each end of the trail. 9:00am start and after finishing we will regroup at Panera’s for refreshments and fellowship afterward. Last year clean up took less than one hour. |
World Polio Day - Sunday October 24
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October 19 Meeting - World Polio Day Oct 24 AMRC Member Stan Herrin will talk about World Polio Day led by Rotary: Polio's History, Rotary's Involvement and How Close We Are.  |
October 19 Meeting - A Visit from District Governor Max DuplantWe are privileged! On October 19 District 5810 Governor Max Duplant, will visit us a second time.  The last time she visited was via Zoom. This time in-person Wear your Rotary Bling  Remember: Please Stand when DG Duplant is introduced
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District Governor Max Duplant's VisitDistrict 5810 Governor Max Duplant promises an exciting 2021-2022 Rotary Year, during her zoom visit on July 6. The Addison Midday Rotary Club helped start the year on the right foot by donating to the Rotary Foundation. From left to right ADG John Johnstone, AMRC President Ben Wolber, and Aide to the Governor John Van Buren.  |
Board Meeting 1Board Meeting Tuesday, October 19, 11:15 am Meeting on Zoom To discuss: Meeting at May Dragon Change to dues structure Corporate membership |
Rotary Monthly Theme - October October is Economic and Community Development Month. Rotary supports investments in people to create measurable and enduring economic improvement in their lives and communities.
The Rotary Foundation enables Rotarians to invest in people by creating sustainable, measurable and long term economic improvements in their communities and livelihoods. |
Project Assistant NeededMary Jo Cater is looking for one volunteer per project, to assist her with the service project.  If interested, please let Mary Jo know, so she can match you to a project. Oct - park clean up, Nov - Metrocrest Services, Dec - Santa's Heroes, etc. (Jeanne Dunlap has volunteered to help with Santa's Heroes) |
We have a winner!WE HAVE A WINNER! Club President Ben Wolber won the raffle on Tuesday October 5. He is donating all his winnings, $470, the Rotary International Foundation. New game begins next week! |
AMRC Oktoberfest October 9 AMRC Oktoberfest: October 9 - At the Wolber's house  |
October 5 Meeting - The History of OktoberfestOctober 5 Club President Ben Wolber The History of Oktoberfest  From Wikipedia: The Oktoberfest is the world's largest Volksfest (beer festival and travelling funfair). It is held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. It is a 16- to 18-day folk festival running from mid- or late September to the first Sunday in October, with more than six million people from around the world attending the event every year. The Oktoberfest is an important part of Bavarian culture, having been held since the year 1810. Other cities, such as our Addison, across the world also hold Oktoberfest celebrations that are modeled after the original Munich event.  During the event, large quantities of Oktoberfest Beer are consumed. During the 16-day festival in 2013, for example, 7.7 million liters (1,700,000 gals) were served. Visitors also enjoy numerous attractions, such as amusement rides, sidestalls, and games. There is also a wide variety of traditional foods available. |
A Successful NTGD A BIG THANKS to every one who made NTGD a success! $3,110 was raised for our club foundation, from 33 donations, exceeding goals and expectations! Club President Ben Wolber "This is a fantastic result, and it is due to your help and efforts. Thanks". |
A Chance to VolunteerIf you can spare two hours, Metrocrest Services is in need of volunteers as listed below. Grab a friend and your clipboard! Skylane Warehouse inventory: 9/27 – 9AM-11AM – needing 15 people 9/29 – 9AM-11AM – needing 15 people To sign up, please follow this link: http:// Food Pantry inventory: 9/30 – 12PM-2PM – needing 10 people 9/30 – 2PM-4pm – needing 10 people To sign up, please follow this link: https:// |
September 28 Meeting - Nature-Deficit in ChildrenSeptember 28 Kristen William Munoz Nature Deficit in Children  Kristen Williams Munoz is an educator and consultant and she will be speaking about combatting Nature-Deficit in children. Many children in urban school districts do not get to experience nature in the broader sense and Kristen will talk about the curriculum she is developing to address this situation.  |
September 21 Meeting - DISDSeptember 21 Edwin Flores Education during a Pandemic  Next Tuesday, Dr Edwin Flores, our DISD board member will be speaking about educating during a pandemic and he will give an update on their bond program capital projects.  |
September Service Project - A SucessAMRC helped the Town of Addison prepare for Oktobertfest on Sept 8th at the Addition is on Conference Center. Club volunteers put together packets of information, folding t-shirts and organizing supplies for crafts. The following Thank You was sent to Mary Jo by Stacy: “Yesenia said you all did a fabulous job and knocked out all the projects they had in just a couple of hours! We appreciate all of you so much, the group effort saved our staff members days if work. They are free to focus all their energies in making a Oktoberfest a huge success!” Hats off to all of AMRC members who volunteered!  |
The Philippine ProjectThe Philippine Projects  The Addison Midday Rotary Club has been in discussion with the Rotary Club Legaspi West to participate with their Global Grant to supply water to small community in the Philippines. Presently the community of approximately 500 people must walk about a mile to a spring and carry the water back to the village. The proposed project will build a concrete tank, and install a solar pump in the spring to pump water into the tank. A pipeline will be constructed to carry the water into the village. The Rotary Club Legaspi West has applied for a Rotary Global Grant. If this grant is approved, the Addison Midday Rotary Club will become a partner in the water project. |
AMRC Pledges to Support the new Metrocrest Services HeadquartersAddison Midday Rotary Club (AMRC) has pledged $15,000 for the new Metrocrest Services Headquarters. METROCREST SERVICES is developing their new headquarters at 1835 Walnut Avenue. For this multi-million dollar project, Rotary Clubs in the area served by Metrocrest Services, have been approached by Metrocrest Services with a request to help with a financial donation. In return, a prominent part of the new building will bear the Rotary name. Each club can pledge what is reasonable for them, based on the financial situation and possibilities. To make it easier for the clubs, the pledge would be made over the course of 3 years. For the Rotary Club of Addison Midday, has approved a pledge of $15,000 over the next 3 years ($5,000 yearly) . The other Rotary Clubs – Farmers Branch, Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Coppell and Addison Morning – are working on a similar pledge. The Rotary Club of Coppell has already voted to pledge a $30,000 gift.  |
AMRC Participating in North Texas Giving DayThe Addison Midday Rotary Club is participating in the North Texas Giving Day campaign this month. AMRC has set the goal to raise $100/member on North Texas Giving Day. We do not expected that each member contribute $100, but rather reach out to your network of friends, relatives, colleagues, and others to help support our service projects locally and abroad. To go directly to AMRC, they can use this link: https://www. On this site is information about our Rotary Club, and simple instructions for contributing. North Texas Giving Day is September 23, but contributions can be made any time. If you have any questions, please contact Jerry. |
September 14 Meeting - 9-11 A Presentation on the 20th AnniversarySeptember 14 Town of Addison Fire Chief David Jones 9-11, A Presentation on the 20th Anniversary.   |
Editor Apologizes - Wolber not WoblerI apologize for continually spelling Ben's last name wrong. I am a very poor speller and have about a dozen excuses as to why I can not spell, including I inherited the ability from my father. I read using the 'look-see' method. I look at a word, recognize letter combinations and move on. I do not sound out each syllable. I am a member of the Grand Prairie Friends of East-Central Illinois. Grand Prairie Friends East-Central Illinois. One of their properties, which is an area I used to camp and hunt, is Warbler Ridge. Last April I spent an afternoon planting trees in the river bottoms of Warbler Ridge. I have been looking at 'Wolber' and reading 'Warbler'. Hopefully by writing this apologize I will remember the correct spelling.  |
September 7 Meeting - TBD |
Pin for Mary Reed On August 17, new member Mary Reed received her Rotary Pin. |
August 24 Meeting - The Imani Kenya MissionAugust 24 Brad Holcomb The Imani Kenya Mission  Imani Kenya’s Mission is to match bright and deserving graduating 8th graders who would not otherwise be able to attend high school, and potentially college, with financial sponsors and local mentors; and to empower communities through economic development projects that will allow families to send their own children on to higher education. Brad began his career with Kodak in Rochester, NY, where he worked for 20 years. Over his next 15 years as a supply chain management professional, he worked for 5 companies in 5 different industries, and is now gainfully retired in Dallas, Texas! Since 2013, Brad has been a member of Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, where he met Pastor Jacob. Pastor Jacob grew up in Meru, Kenya, and was educated there through primary, secondary and seminary schools with support from the Methodist Church of Kenya and his community. In 2009-2010, Jacob and his family relocated to Dallas, Texas, so that he could take advantage of the opportunity to attend SMU/Perkins School of Theology. A prayer and a dream started Imani Kenya's Mission in January 2014.  |
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District Awards The District Awards Celebration Event was held on August 5.AMRC received the Public Image Gold Award In part due to Bruce's Video which can be seen on our home page.  |
August 10 Meeting - RecyclingAugust 10 Greta Calvery Waste Management - The Status of Recycling and World Markets Greta Calvery is the Public Affairs Manager at Waste Management. Waste Management, based in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste management services in North America. Through its subsidiaries, the company provides collection, transfer, recycling and resource recovery, and disposal services. It is also a leading developer, operator and owner of landfill gas-to-energy facilities in the United States. The company’s customers include residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers throughout North America. Recycling - Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. Recycling can prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, thereby reducing: energy usage, air pollution (from incineration), and water pollution (from landfilling). wikipedia   |
July Service ProjectSack Summer Hunger Perishable Packing   |
Toilet Paper Service Project AMRC President Ben Wolber said "Lets Roll for Metrocrest - as a club we will donate 1% of the Metrocrest Services goal of 100,000 rolls of paper" (1,000 rolls). We exceeded our goal and donated 1,305 rolls.  Hats Off to AMRC! |
July 27 Meeting - The Warren CenterJuly 27 Leslie Clay The Warren Center Leslie Clay is vice president of development, responsible for all aspects of fundraising operations, at the Warren Center. Ms. Clay received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Stephens College and earned a Masters in Liberal Arts from Southern Methodist University. The Warren Center is a nonprofit agency that advocates, serves and empowers the children and families impacted by developmental delays and disabilities. For more than 50 years, the Warren Center has given parents access to the resources their children needed, and more importantly, hope and support.  |
Order a Rotary Polo Shirt! If you indicated to Bruce Arfsten that you wanted an AMRC Polo Shirt, now is time to pay for the shirt. Please pay Jim Duffy at our next meeting - July 27. Check or Cash please, no credit card.
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July 20 Meeting - Addison's Development ServicesJuly 20 Ken Schmidt Director Of Development Services at Town of Addison  Ken Schmidt, Addison's Director of Development Services, will talk about 1) Belt Line Road Survey and 2) Addison's Uniform Code. Inspired by Addison's strong history as the place to do business and committed to keeping Addison the place to live, the Development Services Department fosters a bright future for our community with a holistic perspective. Development Services is dedicated to protecting and enhancing our Town through responsible, sustainable planning and expansion initiatives. On a mission to guard the public's well-being and welfare, Director of Development Services leads the enforcement of building and maintenance codes, manages inspections of restaurants, as well as public and private facilities, and assures compliance with environmental and public health regulations. From planning and zoning decisions to diverse permitting programs, the Development Services department supports the integrity of Addison’s business centers and family resources. ● Building Inspection  ● Environmental Health ● Planning & Zoning ● Property Standards |
July 13 Meeting - Dallas ZooJuly 13 Amanda Hyde Assistant Director of Individual Giving and Membership at Dallas Zoo The Dallas Zoo  By providing guests with real-world opportunities to make memorable connections with wildlife and supplementing their experience with conservation messaging, the Dallas Zoo aims to inspire and empower visitors to take action on behalf of wildlife in Texas and around the world. The nonprofit Dallas Zoo is open 364 days a year and welcomes more than one million guests yearly. 350 employees and 750 volunteers provide unparalleled care, educational experiences, and supporting local and global conservation efforts. Located three miles south of downtown Dallas, the 106-acre Dallas Zoo is the oldest and largest zoo in Texas. Founded with just two deer and two mountain lions in 1888 as the first zoo in the Southwest, this City of Dallas-owned but privately managed zoo is a thriving example of a successful public-private partnership. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) for 35 years, the Zoo provides a home for more than 2,000 animals representing over 400 species.   |
AMRC Installation and Awards Dinner - June 29 2021Congratulations to the AMRC Award Winners for the 2020-2021 Rotary Year  Service Above Self AwardRon Whitehead The Service Above Self Award is to recognize individuals living and working in our community who demonstrate Rotary’s spirit of service.  Spirit of Rotary AwardMary Jo Cater The Spirit of Rotary Award is presented to that Rotarian who through sustained, outstanding and unusual dedication to the ideals of “Service Above Self,” has contributed in a significant way to the established work of Rotary.  Rotarian of the Year AwardJim Duffy The Rotarian of the Year award is presented to a member who has exhibited outstanding achievements for the Club during the past year -- and including basic Rotary activities such as attendance, committee work, Foundation support, new member proposals, etc Jim Duffy also received his 30-year perfect attendance award/pin  Meet our new Board Bruce Arfsten - Past President Jim Duffy - Treasurer Cynthia Allison - Secretary Ben Wolber - President  Past President Bruce Arfsten  Past President Bruce Arfsten New President - Ben Wolber |
AMRC Installation and Awards DinnerCongratulations to the AMRC Award Winners for the 2020-2021 Rotary Year Service Above Self AwardRon Whitehead The Service Above Self Award is to recognize individuals living and working in our community who demonstrate Rotary’s spirit of service. Spirit of Rotary AwardMary Jo Cater The Spirit of Rotary Award is presented to that Rotarian who through sustained, outstanding and unusual dedication to the ideals of “Service Above Self,” has contributed in a significant way to the established work of Rotary. Rotarian of the Year AwardJim Duffy The Rotarian of the Year award is presented to a member who has exhibited outstanding achievements for the Club during the past year -- and including basic Rotary activities such as attendance, committee work, Foundation support, new member proposals, etc Jim Duffy also received his 30-year perfect attendance award/pin Meet our new Board Bruce Arfsten - Past President Jim Duffy - Treasurer Cynthia Allison - Secretary Ben Wolber - President Past President Bruce Arfsten Past President Bruce Arfsten New President - Ben Wolber |
July 6 11:15 Meeting with the Board District Governor Max Duplant would like to meet with the Board half an hour before the regular meeting to talk with us. She asks that this meeting not be a regular or real board meeting. AMRC Present Ben is inviting any committee chair or anyone else who has a club function to this non-Board Pre Meeting with the DG. He would like us to be there by 11:15 District Governor Duplant is scheduled to be at May Dragon at 11:30. |
June 29 Meeting - Not Meeting at NoonNo Meeting at 12:00-noon on June 29 at the May Dragon. We are having our Officer Installation Dinner & Awards at 6:00 pm, June 29 at the Venue Forty/50.
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Addison Midday Rotary Club is sacking Summer HungerOn Thursday June 17, Addison Midday Rotary Club divided large bags of Apples-Potatoes-Onions into small bags. The large bags were from a supplier to Metrocrest and the smaller bags were for children to take home as part of Sack Summer Hunger. AMRC created over 350 of the small bags. We will again be 'Sacking Summer Hunger' on July 22.    |
New Rotary YearThe Rotary Year is from July 1 to June 30. These dates coincides with our club's tax year.  Beginning July 1, 2020, the Rotary International President is Holger Knaack and the year's symbol to the left. The theme for 2020-21, Rotary Opens Opportunities, asks Rotarians to create opportunities that strengthen their leadership, help put service ideas into action, and improve the lives of those in need. |
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June 22 Meeting - The Modality of Story TellingJune 22 Lauren Marold The Modality of Story Telling  Lauren Marold will be speaking on the Modality of Story Telling. As humans, we have built our understanding of the world through oral tradition. Storytelling builds empathy and develops connections between people as we seek to better understand our own experiences in life. Lauren will share ideas on how we can continue to tell our stories and create lasting connections with our families, friends, and communities. Lauren was is a 2002 RYLA Alumni and has been a speaker and counselor for that program for many years. She has an undergraduate degree in Painting from Texas State University, a Masters from SMU in Liberal Studies and Creative Writing, and a Masters from George Washington University in Educational Technology Leadership. She has just accepted the position of Director of Technology at Preston Hollow Presbyterian School in Dallas. |
June 15 Meeting - The Methodist Hospital in AddisonJune 15 Heather Young Methodist Hospital in Addison  Methodist Hospital for Surgery offers top notch surgical services for Spine, Orthopedics, Ear Nose & Throat and Podiatry. Touting some of the area’s leading specialists in these fields, Methodist Hospital for Surgery is setting a new standard of care for the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area. Heather Young is the Hospital Liaison Manager for Methodist Hospital for Surgery in Addison. She has been with Methodist Hospital for over six years. She is a graduate of the University of Houston and New Mexico State University.  |
Service Project for JuneSack Summer Hunger Perishable Packing If you signed up for our June Service Project: Thursday 6/17 5pm – 6: 30 pm – If you signed up for a spot and can not make it, please contact Mary JO Attire: Masks and closed-toed shoes are required for volunteers' safety. Please no flip-flops or open toed sandals. T-shirts, jeans, and shorts of appropriate length are recommended. Parking Details: Park in the Food Pantry parking lot in the back of the building. To get to the food pantry continue past the parking lot to turn right onto Hutton Ct. then turn right into the parking lot at the back. Walk up the ramp to Door C and ring the doorbell. Check-in Details: Volunteers will come up the ramp to Door C and ring the doorbell to be let in by a Metrocrest Services staff or AmeriCorps Member. |
June 8 Meeting - Metrocrest ServicesJune 8 Tracy Eubanks Metrocrest Services  Tracy Eubanks CEO of Metrocrest Services will speak to us about 'Whats Happening' at Metrocrest Services On June 12, 2020 the Carrollton City Council on Tuesday granted Metrocrest Services' request to develop a new headquarters at 1835 Walnut Ave. Metrocrest Services currently holds two offices in Farmers Branch. The organization is looking to consolidate to one main office on Walnut Avenue, where it would be closer to the customers it services. In developing the property, Metrocrest Services plans to demolish the First Christian Church, where it will have a community garden. |
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June 1 Meeting - Rotary 101 Part 1June 1 Meeting Rotary 101 Part 1  This meeting will provide members an overview of Rotary's principles and history. It will also offer Rotarians ideas on how to make the most of their service, fellowship, opportunities and obligations within the organization.   |
May 25 Meeting - North Texas Tollway AuthorityMay 25 Michael Rey, the Media Relations Manager North Texas Tollway Authority; Future Expansion  The future Dallas North Tollway (DNT) Phase 4 project will extend the tollway 13.7 miles north of US 380. When this extension is complete, it will provide a direct link between downtown Dallas and growing areas in Collin, Denton and Grayson counties. The project is currently in the planning and design phase. The NTTA Board of Directors chose an alignment for the Phase 4 extension that straddles the Collin-Denton county line from FM 428 in Collin County to the Grayson County line. The county alignment provides a greater economic development benefit for most of the region, requires less right of way and follows an existing county road system. Initially, there was an additional section identified as part of this extension. It was referred to as Phase 5A and would have extended the DNT from the Grayson County line to FM 121 in Grayson County. |
May 18 Meeting - New Member Talk New Member Vocational TalksGreg Thornbury  |
Metrocrest Services 'I Volunteer' SignFor any Rotarian willing to put a Metrocrest Services “I Volunteer” sign on your yard please fill out this short survey confirming your address. A volunteer will place the sign in your lawn the first week of May. As an incentive for saying YES, you’ll also be receiving a Metrocrest t-shirt!  |
Saturday, May 8 - Flag Program Work DayFlag Program Work Day On May 8 we assembled flags and made additional sleeves and caps.         |
May 11 Meeting - Metrocrest Resale StoreMay 11, 2021 Rescheduled Date Jon Silva Metrocrest Services Resale Store Club Member Jon Silva will talk to us about the only store generating proceeds to support Metrocrest services in its efforts to help families in need. By choosing to shop or donate, you are helping low income families right here in our community through aid programs provided by Metrocrest Services to families and seniors in Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Coppell, Addison and Dallas in Denton County.  |
Metrocrest Services Volunteer Appreciation EventThe Metrocrest Services Volunteer Appreciation Event (May 8, 3:00-4:00 p.m.) is Virtual this year. We’d love for you to RSVP for this virtual (FREE) event. The event is a celebration of Volunteerism, celebrating you and those that have served our community for the past 50 years. To Sign Up (take about 30 seconds): REGISTER  |
April 13 Meeting - Water for AddisonApril 13 Terry Lowery, Director of Dallas Water Utilities Where Addison Gets its Water Addison gets its water from the Dallas Water Utilities (DWU), a non-profit City of Dallas department that provides services to the city of Dallas and 31 nearby communities, including Addiosn DWU currently obtains water from area reservoirs: Lake Ray Hubbard, Lake Lewisville, Lake Grapevine, Lake Ray Roberts and Lake Tawakoni. DWU plans to use Lake Fork and Lake Palestine in the future when water demands increase. |
Hope Supply Easter Baskets 2021We made 50 Easter Baskets. Hope Supply is distributing them through out the community. They can use more baskets. Consider this project for you group next year.   |
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April 6 Meeting - Jay MaymiApril 6 Jay Maymi CEO Survive to Thrive Taking you from Surviving to Thriving!  There is an advantage to growing up in a humble setting with meager means. The reality of your circumstances can either pummel you into mediocrity or extract from you a burning desire to excel and rise above. My story is one of the latter. For the last three decades my hunger to rise above has yielded an impressive array of accomplishments. From multiple successful businesses to bodybuilding championships, radio, TV, stage, and print work to authoring 9 books; from an entire Sales and Personal Development series to speaking in front of many diverse audiences on different topics; all have uniquely qualified me to offer valuable knowledge, instruction, inspiration, and impact to those seeking to develop a higher and greater expression of themselves.  |
Rotary Monthly Theme - June June is designated Rotary Fellowships Month to recognize the importance of international fellowship and goodwill among Rotarians with similar recreational and vocational interests, promote increased participation in fellowships, and increase understanding of this program. |
March 23 Meeting - Federal Reserve BankMarch 23, 2021 Stephen Clayton Manager, Community Engagement Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas  The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It performs five general functions to promote the effective operation of the U.S. economy and, more generally, the public interest.  Stephen Clayton joined the Communication and Outreach department at the Dallas Fed in August 2010. He assumed responsibility for the Bank’s Community Engagement department in October of 2015. Clayton leads a team responsible for building relationships across the Eleventh District that support the amplification of Dallas Fed research and facilitates dialogues with business and community leaders about the economy and community issues. |
RYLead News AMRC received this Thank You note from Chloe Keggen. Chloe was one of our selected campers for Camp RYLA 2020 and she successfully completed our virtual camp RYLead yesterday. Her cabin won the coveted Camp Cup which is a camp long competition with many elements. Another of our campers, Kevin Utz, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship yesterday for his exceptional work throughout RYLead. Only five scholarships were awarded from the 70 students who completed all six modules of RYLead. The scholarships were provided by the RYLA 5810 Foundation. Dear Mr. Duffy, Early last year, I reached out to you in hopes of getting involved with RYLA. A few emails and an interview later, I found myself excited for the opportunity to join the RYLead family. I want to thank you for this opportunity and these lessons that I’ve learned in each module. We just concluded our last module, and we reflected on the past few months. My cabin, Cabin 9 *cough cough the winning cabin cough*, shared how we feel at home in the RYLA family. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of that. I hope to continue being involved with RYLA 5810, and I am so excited for what the future holds. Thank you again. Sincerely, Chloe Keggen |
March 9 Meeting - Dallas ConstableHave you ever seen a car like this and wondered "What does a Constable do?" Join us Tuesday, March 9 to find out.  |
Meeting Ideas Wanted: Rotary Meeting Ideas Can you make a presentation to our Club during our virtual meetings? Do you know of a speaker for our meetings? Do you have any meeting ideas? Please let Ron Whitehead know |
March 2 Meeting - TBD |
Feb 23 Meeting - DART and the Cotton Belt LineFebruary 23rd Christine DeCoudreaux, who will be speaking on behalf of DART An Update on the Cotton Belt (Silver Line) Construction in Addison.  |
February 16 Meeting - Addison Airport is Taking Off!February 16th Joel Jenkinson Director, Addison Airport Joel Jenkinson will be giving us an update on what is happening at Addison Airport and tell us what all that construction along Addison Road is 'all about'.   In the interest of staying warm and safe, we will not have an in-person option for our meeting this coming Tuesday, February 16. We will be Zoom only. |
Hats Off to All Who Put Out Flags a Week EarlyNormally a Big "Hats Off' to everyone who put out flags a week early, But in this cold weather, please keep your hats on. Bruce, Kelvin, Mary Jo, Ron, Doug, Steven, Jon, Virginia, Cynthia, Mike (Jerry’s brother), Teri (Jerry’s and Cynthia’s daughter) and Ben.  A huge THANK YOU to Ron Whitehead for looking ahead at the weather and suggesting that we set out flags last weekend instead of this weekend!  |
From Club Member Brittany WillisFrom Club Member Brittany Willis. Please support Brittany!  |
Keep Track of the Revitalization of Midway RoadTo track the Midday Way Road Project go to:  We want you to come to our meetings!
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Flags and Household LettersWhile the flags are out for Memorial Day, we sent letters to all households that do not have a flags and have not been sent a letter.A Big 'Hats-Off' thanks to everyone who helped with the flag mailing this week: Ben, Greg, Phyllis and Ron!    |
Al Angell - A Woven Top Donor At our Feb 2 meeting, Speaker Lisa Rigby of Woven Health Clinic presented club member Al Angell with a Top Donor Award for his contribution to Woven Clinic.Hatsoff to Al. |
Interact Pins for Jesuit Dallas Interact ClubClub President Bruce Arfsten will visit the Interact Club at Jesuit Dallas to present their Interact lapel pins on Feb 25! Addison Midday Rotary is proud to sponsor this club.  |
Feb 8 - COVID RegistrationFrom Club Member Mary Jo:  |
February 9 Meeting - Midway RoadFebruary 9, 2021 Shannon Hicks, P.E., Director of Public Works and Engineering Services Midway Road Reconstruction  You may have noticed that the Midway Road construction project signs have been installed. Construction will begin at the intersection of Midway and Belt Line in the later half of February. Town staff is in the process of working with its contractors to finalize the phasing and traffic plans. Once finalized, the Town will be able to share a more definitive schedule for lane closures and traffic switches.  To track road closures and other useful information during construction, click on Midway Road Reconstruction.
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Souper Rotary MeetingThank you Mary Jo for challenging us to fill up your truck with soup for Metrocrest Services. We beat the challenge and overflowed to your back seat.   Hats Off to Mary Jo. |
Flag Schedule for Memorial DayWe need volunteers to set out and pick up flags. Set out: May 29 Pick UP: June 5 If you have not signed up, please contact Ben |
Flag Summit Time to Sign up if you are planning to attend! The Annual District 5810 Flag Summit will be held on Saturday March 20, 2021. More information to follow ADG Bill Bixley says Rotary Clubs in District 5810 set out over 25,000 flags as part of Flag Lease Programs. |
Congratulations President Bruce ArfstenCongratulations President Bruce Arfsten Paul Harris Fellow  The Paul Harris Fellow program recognizes individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation. The honor is named for Paul Harris who founded Rotary at age 36. |
Congratulations Past President Jerry AllisonCongratulations Past President Jerry Allison Paul Harris +6  |
National Pizza WeekAs President Bruce reported at our last AMRC meeting, last week was National Pizza Week. Did you indulge? (Rotary and Pizza).  |
January 19 Meeting - Fire and Police January 19 Meeting Addison Police Chief Paul Spencer Addison Fire Chief David Jones Police Chief Spencer and Fire Chief Jones will give an update on their Holiday program. |
AMRC Picks-Up White Rock Creek TrailsIn December 2020, the Addison Midday Rotary Club picked pick up litter along the White Rock Creek Trail in Addison. Why December? – No snakes and the vegetation had thinned due to the frost. We also saw the great carvings / art installation along the trail. The carvings were made in trees that were toppled in a windstorm. Thank you, club member Mary Jo, for organizing the cleanup work with the Addison Parks Department and providing refreshments. Mary Jo loves this park where the Addison Arbor Foundation turned storm damaged tree stumps into art! Great job everyone!    |
January 12 Meeting - Metrocrest Chamber of CommerceJanuary 12, 2021 Erin Carter President of Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce Erin Carter will give us an update from a local, regional, and national perspective on the business community, as well as discussion on the upcoming legislative issues.  |
December 22 and 29 MeetingsChange of Plans On December 29, we are meeting via Zoom only. No meeting at May Dragon  |
Metrocrest Services Holiday Store On December 5, the Addison Midday Rotary Club helped Metrocrest Services set up their Holiday Store with Addison Midday Rotary members and volunteers! Qualified families may come to the store to receive unwrapped toys and gifts, boxes of food and new or gently used winter coats. Distributions are based on family size and conducted at the temporary Holiday Store - by appointment only. |
December 15 - Annual Meeting December 15 Annual Meeting Discuss the slate for next year, status of budget and other club issues. |
Metrocrest Services Needs Santa VoicesMetrocrest Services is doing a fundraiser that lets people signup for Santa to call their child.
 They need great Ho Ho Ho voices to call approximately 15 households during the week before Christmas doing their best Santa imitation. Estimated time is 3 hours, calling from your home or office.Please contact Nicole Binkley at Metrocrest Services. Her number is 972-446-2129 and email is nbinkley@metrcrestservices. Please be sure that she knows you are with Addison Midday Rotary! For more information, please contact Mary Jo. |
Next MeetingDecember 22 & 29 - Meet and talk and talk and talk. We may not have family to talk to this year, but we still can talk to each other at Rotary. |
Volunteer Opportunity - Metrocrest Services Drive ThruJoin Kelvin and Wade on Thursday December 17 This is a “drive through” - fully socially distanced - food pantry experience. There are 3 loading stations, 1 station for toiletries, 1 for perishable food (meat, eggs, milk, etc.) , and 3 a stop for non-perishables (canned goods, pasta etc.). Families must stay in their cars while pantry workers put food in the trunks or backseats of vehicles. Most of the time (easily over 90%) you are outdoors. Food Box Assembly and Sorting at Skylane Warehouse Location: Metrocrest Services Warehouse : 3210 Skylane Carrollton, TX 75006 Job Description: Volunteers will assembly bags and boxes of shelf stable food items that will be distributed through our Drive-Thru Food Pantry, as well as sorting and processing donated food items. This job does not interact with clients, only Metrocrest Services staff, and the other volunteers serving with you. Qualifications: Volunteers must be comfortable with moving and standing for extended periods of time, and be comfortable with lifting up to 5-15 lbs. Shift opportunities: Shifts will be 9am to 11 am and 12 pm to 2 pm Tuesday-Thursday. There are a maximum of 12 volunteer spots available per shift. If you can not work the 17th, sign up for another date. |
December 10 - Pasta ThursdayAnother opportunity to support Metrocrest Services, organized by Women For Addison: DONATION SUGGESTIONS: All varieties of packaged pasta to include: Spaghetti, Lasagna, Ravioli, Macaroni, Orzo, Fettuccine, Linguine, Penne, etc. Boxed entrees (macaroni & cheese, spaghetti dinners, etc.); Hamburger Helper, Pasta Side Dishes Assorted Sauces – “Ready to Serve” and dry ingredient packages WHEN: Thursday, December 10th TIME: 10am - 1pm LOCATION: Parking Lot at 14388 Proton – one block East of Midway - LOOK FOR SIGNS! Just drive-by, stay in your car, pop your trunk, or hand your donation through your window, say “hello” and be on your way!!  |
AMRC meets at May Dragon and on ZoomThe Addison Midday Rotary Club returned to May Dragon on August 4. The meeting are also being streamed lived via zoom for members unable to make the 'in-person' meeting. Join us live - at the May Dragon or via zoom  |
December 5 - Metrocrest Services Holiday StoreHelp set up the Metrocrest Services Holiday Store! Saturday, December 5th from 9:00 - 11:00 am Location: Metrocrest Services Holiday Site: 3427 E. Trinity Mills Rd. Suite 900 Dallas, TX 75287 Parking and Check in- Volunteers will park in the parking lot in front of the Holiday Site. Volunteers must wear masks into the building. Volunteers will be greeted by a staff member or Metrocrest Services employee. We ask that volunteers please maintain physical distancing from other volunteers as you check in and volunteer. So if you are unable to fill your spot, please tell Mary Jo!   |
December 19 - Clean and Explore the White Rock Creek TrailDecember 19 10:00 AM Al Angell's House The Addison Midday Rotary Club will pick up litter and explore the White Rock Creek Trail and the art installation along the trail. We we meet at Al Angell's house - 14540 Winnewood, Saturday December 19.. As always park in Al's drive. If no room in the drive, park on the side of the street with his house. We will begin at 10:00am and we are expect to be done picking up litter by 11:30. Hot apple cider and muffins to go. If it is nasty weather, we will postpone. Please let Mary Jo know if you plan to participate. She needs to reserve the equipment. And needs to send everyone who signs up the legal wording from the Town that you will not hold them liable for anything. |
December 8 Meeting - InteractDecember 8th Rich Perry - Community Service Director at Jesuit Dallas The Interact Club Sponsored by AMRC Richard Perry is also the staff adviser for the Jesuit Dallas Interact Club sponsored by the Addison Midday Rotary club. Mr. Perry provide us with an update on the various service projects the Interact members have been involved with this fall.  Interact is a service club for youth ages 12 to 18 who want to connect with other young people and have fun while serving their communities and learning about the world. Clubs, which meet at least twice a month, are sponsored by local Rotary clubs. Interact clubs organize two projects every year, one that helps their school or community and one that promotes international understanding. Members of sponsor Rotary clubs mentor Interactors as they carry out the projects and develop leadership skills. |
December 1 Meeting - The IRS and YouDecember 1st John Dilucci, CPA and Tax Resolution Specialist How to Stay Out of Trouble with the IRS. John graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. He is an Enrolled Agent, a Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute, and a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist. John specializes in representing clients before all administrative branches of the Internal Revenue Service. He is an expert at representing taxpayers in audits, filing offers in compromise, establishing currently not collectible status and installment agreements, removing wage garnishments, reversing bank levies, and removing tax liens.   |
November 24 MeetingWhat are you thankful for? A Thanksgiving week Tradition in our club.   |
Congratulations Stan HerrinRotary Foundation Major Donor  |
Flag Lease Program Net IncomeJim Duffy Reports: "We will be sending $2,326 to the Addison Midday Rotary Club Foundation as the second quarter net income from the flag program." If you have any questions, please contact Jim. Thanks everyone for you help putting out and picking up flags!
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New Card New Card selected for the Raffle. 3 of Spades |
Nov. 10 Meeting - Economic DevelopmentNovember 10th Orlando Campos, Director of Economic Development for the Town of Addison The Current State of the Economy in Addison    |
Flag Schedule for Veterans DayWe need volunteers to set out and pick up flags. Set out: Nov 7 Pick UP: Nov 14 If you have not signed up, please contact Ben |
From Membership CommitteeHave you used the letter developed by the Membership Committee to invite a new member?  |
October 20 Meeting - District GovernorOctober 20th District Governor John Moser  District Governor John Moser will talk about his vision for Rotary District 5810 and District Rotarians. John is a member of The Rotary Club of Allen Sunrise in Allen Texas, where he has served as Foundation Chair, and the Club's Secretary.  |
Holiday Survey - Should We Meet?Have you Responded to Bruce? Questions: Please email your response to Bruce with a copy to Ron.  1) Should we meet the Tuesday before Thanksgiving? There will be no speaker.  2) Should we have a Holiday Party? The anticipated date is either the 12 or 13. 3) Should we meet the Tuesday before Christmas? 4) Should we meet the Tuesday before New Year? Again there will be no speaker.
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Virtual Food Drive for Metrocrest ServicesMetrocrest Services Virtual Food Drive October 1 - 10 Greatest Needs Now Our drive may be over, but you can still donate. Any date is a good time to donate to Metrocrest Services  We all know that the number of families assisted by Metrocrest Services has skyrocketed and there is real continuing unmet need in our community. The Pantry has just updated their critical needs Wish List on Amazon! The Addison Midday Rotary Club is sponsoring a virtual food drive, Oct first through the tenth. To donate, click the Amazon link below and have the products shipped directly to the Metrocrest Services Warehouse! You will notice there are many personal hygiene items on this list - items that Metrocrest Services does not receive from other agencies. Take a few minutes to help fill the warehouse today! |
Service Opportunity - Metrocrest Services SERVICE OPPORTUNITY - Mertrocrest Services!!Wednesday, October 14 1:30 - 4:30 On Wednesday, October 14, the Addison Rotary Club will be at the Metrocrest Food Pantry, located at 13801 Hutton Drive in Farmers Branch from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. We will be stocking shelves and helping fill requests, among other activities. We will observe COVID-19 protocols, including face masks, social distancing, constant hand washing, and wearing gloves while handling food packages. Please let Mary Jo know if you can participate.  |
Prime Day Oct 13 - 14Addison Midday Rotary Club: Amazon Prime Day is back starting October 13 and will run through October 14. This is a great opportunity to increase AmazonSmile donations during this epic two days of deals and promotions.  |
October 13 Meeting - Club AssemblyOctober 13th Club Assembly We will talk about the club, new members and projects. Please remember World Polio Day is October 24. Global health experts and partners share our progress on the road to polio eradication. Visit the Rotary International Facebook page to watch with other end polio supporters.   |
November 3 Meeting - WillsNovember 3rd Dallas attorney David Pyk2 The Ten Mistakes People Make in Their Wills.   |
October 27 Meeting - One College ConceptOctober 27th Dr. Linda Braddy One College concept and progress at the Brookhaven Campus  Dr. Linda Braddy is President of Dallas College - Brookhaven in Farmer's Branch, Texas, where she is responsible for leading initiatives which contribute to the vibrancy, growth, and economic stability of Dallas County. She recently also served as interim Provost for Dallas College as they transitioned from seven independently accredited colleges to a singly-accredited college. She previously served as Vice President for Academic Affairs and academic dean at Tarrant County College in Fort Worth; Deputy Executive Director of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) in Washington, D.C.; and chair of the Department of Mathematics at East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. She has a Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Oklahoma and promotes social justice in society via equity, inclusion, and the use of culturally responsive practices in higher education. |
October 6 Meeting - DISDOctober 6 Edwin Flores Dallas ISD Bond Proposal< |
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