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This is the 1/21/10 issue of the Rio Squawk, the weekly news magazine of the Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club in Tempe, Arizona USA.TRANSCRIPT
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September 23, 2010
October 21, 2010
UNITED
NATIONS
DAY 10.24.10
“Peace cannot be achieved through violence; it can only be attained through understanding.”
4
3 Club Minutes
6 The Harp Foundation (Today‘s presentation)
10 United Nations Day (Cover story)
12 The Art of the United Nations
15 A Dollar Makes a Difference
16 Mail Box & Picture of the Week
21 The ABC‘s of Rotary
24 Born to be Wild – Christina Bush
31 Ugly Old Lady Car Wash
32 Tundra Comics
33 Timmy the Squirrel
34 Tears of Joy
35 Miscellaneous Foolishness
36 Display Ads
43 Speakers Bureau
The Rio Squawk The official newsletter of the
Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club
”The Funniest Rotary Club West & East of the Mississippi.”
District 5510 ~ Tempe, Arizona USA
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Rotary International
President
Ray Klinginsmith - Missouri, USA
District 5510
Governor - Glenn W. Smith
Governor Elect - Alan Havir
Governor Nominee – Abe Feder
Assistant Governor – John Slentz
Secretary - Perry Rattiner
Treasurer - Joanne Kline
World’s First Service Club Organization
Founded on February 23, 1905
Over 1,200,000 Members in 33,000 clubs
Located in over 200 Countries Worldwide
IN THIS ISSUE
Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club
President
Corey Bruggeman
Immediate Past President
Patrick de Haan
Vice President
James Greene
Secretary
Jack Buckles
Treasurer
Bobbi de Haan
Sergeant at Arms
PDG Ben Eubank
Environmental Services Chair
Jim Lemmon
Gift of Life Chair
Ron Freeman
Greeter
Kent Hendricks
Guiding Rotarian
PDG Ben Eubank
Health Services Chair
PDG Ben Eubank
International Service Chair
Dona Eubank
Leadership Committee Chair
Bobbi de Haan
Marketing Committee Chair
Greg Searfoss
Membership Committee Co-Chairs
PDG Ben Eubank & Patrick de Haan
Official Mascot
Rio Macaw
Pathway to Reading Committee Chair
Jack Buckles
Photographer/Writer
Bobbi De Haan
PolioPlus Committee
PDG Ben Eubank & Brad Dowden
Progetto Salvamamme – Salvabebè
James Greene & Bobbi de Haan
Public Relations & Media Management
Patrick de Haan
River Rally, Octoberfest, Picnic in the Park
Jim Lemmon
Rotary Foundation Chair
PDG Ben Eubank
Service Committee Chair
Lynsie Scharpf
Trainers
Kent Hendricks
Geoff Pashkowski
Ambassadorial Scholars
Justin Randall (Spain)
Laura Kalb (Middle East)
Beth Anne Martin (2011 Latin America)
Service Above Self Award Recipients
Jim Lemmon (2001)
PDG Ben Eubank (2007)
1) President Corey tried to call the meeting to order promptly at 7:00AM.
2) Invocation – Lynsie
3) Pledge & Four Way Test – Tim
4) Introduction of Guests – Corey
Lizbeth Congiusti – Speaker, The Harp Foundation
Curt Hench – The Harp Foundation
Bob Williams – The Harp Foundation
5) Get Food – GOOD as usual – BACON!
6) Rio‘s Macaw is sick with a broken leg. Linda told two bad jokes for Rio! Bad Linda!
a. Q – Who is the dead blonde in the closet? A – The 1991 ―Hide & Seek‖ winner!!
b. Q – Where does a mermaid sleep? A – In a water bed!
7) With Ben is out of the country, Linda seized the opportunity to fill in as Sergeant at Arms. She had a great time
collecting Happy Dollars and fines. When she was finally done, $27 was in the hat. A motion was made and
seconded to fine Ben for missing the meeting by having him match the pot. It was unanimously passed. Thanks, Ben.
Bobbi will happily add $27 to your club tab. Good job, Linda!
8) Bumper Snicker of the Week: ―Machine Gunner 3314 ~ Accuracy by Volume!‖ (Seen on Ben Eubank‘s pickup)
9) Lynsie still has raffle tickets for sale for a new 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid. (See page 19)
10) Linda is making designer scarves to sell as a fundraiser for our Christmas events. If anyone would like to purchase a
scarf, see Linda. They are beautiful and make great Christmas presents. Linda is also looking for venues where she
can set up a table and sell them.
11) The Governor’s Assembly on Wednesday, October 27th will be held at the North Tempe Boys & Girls Club at
6:30PM. The address is 1555 N. Bridalwreath Street, Tempe, AZ 85281. Dinner will be served. We have the room
from 5:30-8:30PM, so it‘s alright to come early. We know quite a few of our members will be out
of state or have schedule conflicts, so let‘s try to get as many as possible to attend.
12) Corey reviewed upcoming events:
October 24th
– The Interact Fall Leadership Conference at ASU. Corey and
Morgan are attending.
October 24th
- World Polio Day (Sunday). In honor of World Polio Day, The
Rotary Foundation is happy to announce 2-for-1 recognition points for every online contribution
of $100 or more made to PolioPlus during October18-24, 2010, Central Standard Time. Go to
www.rotary.org contribute to contribute online.
October 27th
– Governor‘s Assembly at the North Tempe Boys & Girls Club
(Wednesday evening)
October 28th
– Governor Glenn Smith‘s official visit to the Club.
November 6th
– Tri-District Foundation Training. Bobbi will attend.
14) PRESENTATION – Today was a great day! Not only did we have an informative
presentation, we got to listen to some beautiful harp music! What better way to start off a day?
Today‘s speaker was Lizbeth Congiusti from The Harp Foundation.
Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club
The Harp Foundation
October 21, 2010
PRESENT: Corey Bruggeman, Jack Buckles, Bobbi de Haan, Patrick de
Haan, Ron Freeman, Kent Hendricks, Tim Lidster, Linda Searfoss, and
Lynsie Scharpf.
GUESTS: Lizbeth Congiusti, Curt Hench, and Bob Williams.
We missed you
SANDI, BRAD, BEN, DONA,
DENNIS, JAMES, BRIAN, JIM,
GEOFF, ANITA, and GREG!
Lizbeth Congiusti
Lizbeth Congiusti
Since their founding over 10 years ago, The Harp
Foundation has been able to provide more than 60,000 hours
of therapeutic harp music to hundreds of thousands of
critically ill and medically fragile patients and their families
at hospices, hospitals, schools, churches and homes around
the Valley.
The harp‘s resonance and healing power is unique among
musical instruments. The vibration, overtones and resonance
touch the heart. Our files are full of tender stories of infants,
children, families, staff and volunteers whose health, hope
and comfort has been restored in all phases of life: pre-birth
to end of life.
With continuing help from supporters, they will be able to
continue bringing the therapeutic and healing power of the harp to those in need – ―transforming lives and healing hearts.‖
(See page 6 for complete story.)
15) There was no further business. Corey adjourned the meeting at 8:05AM.
Come and Welcome Governor Glenn & Sherry Governor's Assembly:
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
North Tempe Boys & Girls Club
1555 N. Bridalwreath Street - Tempe
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Dinner will be provided
Governor's Visit:
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Hometown Buffet
1312 N. Scottsdale Road - Scottsdale
7:00 - 8:00 AM
fall leadership conference
Please register online! http://www.rotary5510.org/home/40/140-interact-parental-consent-form
22001100
OCTOBER 24th, 2010 AT THE ASU MEMORIAL UNION
$10.00 PER PERSON 8:00-8:30 AM REGISTRATION
8:30 AM TO 4:00 PM CONFERENCE
LUNCH, SNACKS, & WATER INCLUDED
All high school leaders are invited
to spend a packed day
developing and practicing
their leadership skills!
Questions?
The Harp Foundation, founded in May of 2000, evolved from Hospice of the Valley‘s Integrative Therapeutics Program
(formerly known as Complementary and Alternative Therapies). In order to expand the harp program into the West Valley
and surrounding areas, The Harp Consortium was formed as a separate, non-profit organization providing harp music to
individuals in need. The Harp Consortium later became known as The Harp Foundation (THF) in 2007 when it became a
separate community foundation.
The Harp Foundation‘s founding members were Hospice of the Valley Sun Health Corporation, Interfaith Services and
Sun Cities Area Ministerial Association. The Harp Foundation is uniquely positioned as the only collaborative
organization between health care and spiritually-based organizations of its kind in the United States that provides
therapeutic harp music. We are now servicing over 40 different
institutions, partnering with many organizations and affiliating with several
national and internationally based organizations.
Vision for the Future
The vision for the Harp Foundation is to provide a model for other
Integrative Therapies to provide loving and compassionate care in
mainstream churches, education, and healthcare environments. Our goal is
to develop and sustain community partnerships to move forward in the area
of providing quality health care alternatives to our diverse population here
in Arizona. While partnering with like-minded organizations we will
model structure, format guidelines and a training manual to be used in daily
practice at medical, religious and home environments. The program will
be inclusive of diverse styles of music and musicians, therefore providing
clinical training and credentials for practitioners at a college setting, which
will provide education and clinical research to support the many positive
effects of Integrative Therapies.
The Harp Foundation has expanded its mission to serve developmentally and physically handicapped children, oncology
patients, under-served populations, and other individuals with special needs. In particular, THF is serving children and
infants who are critically ill and medically fragile through programs at St. Joseph‘s Hospital in Phoenix, Mercy Gilbert
Medical Center in Gilbert, Arizona and Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center. We have also provided programs to The
Foundation for Blind Children, Arthur Hamilton Elementary School and other numerous other private, charter and public
schools.
Since its inception, The Harp Foundation has provided over 50,000 hours of therapeutic harp music to individuals and
their families in the Greater Phoenix area and throughout Maricopa County.
HOW AND WHY THE HARP HEALS US! – By SaraJane Williams
The harp has a very wide pitch range (low C – 32.703 HZ to high G – 3136.0 HZ) which can vibrate the entire
human body. The sound of the plucked string also closely matches the sound of vibrated human vocal chords.
It offers a varied palette of tone colors, many of which are very soothing.
The harp is noted for the ethereal effect that can be created through the use of its unique enharmonic glissando
technique.
The associated emotional expression of plucking strings may release tension.
The muscles in our bodies resonate to harp strings and act like harp strings.
“Music is a
universal
language: it calms
the heart and
awakens the soul.”
- - Anonymous
Today’s presentation
When a harpist holds the harp while playing, it vibrates the player‘s body, including the thymus gland which is a
major gland in the immune system and is located in the chest. Embracing the instrument is also a symbol of
emotional nurturing.
Aeolian harp may be the only instrument Mother Nature can play, herself. The harmonics created by the wind on
the harp strings is very ethereal.
Notes played on the harp blend into each other, creating an echo effect which may induce relaxation. This effect is
especially apparent when the ear is placed near a sound hole located on the back of the harp.
The whole body is used when playing harp, stimulating more brain tissue.
Harps are made of wood, a material that symbolizes warmth and strength. They are impressive in size and shape.
They are roughly triangular; the strongest of all geometric shapes (Pythagoras). The gentle curves of the neck also
depict sacred geometry in form.
According to Don Estes, ―Very complex information can be communicated though this elegant and yet simple
instrument…‖ ―(NOTHING) except water produces such a full complement of harmonics.‖ ―…the waveform of a
harp approximates that of the human voice. This very special wave shape is the sound equivalent of white light.‖
OUR PROGRAMS
The difference between performance harp and therapeutic harp is in the intent of the musician. As performers, harpists
provide entertainment to an audience. Therapeutic harpists provide a physical, mental, and spiritual link to the listener
who may or may not be automatically aware of the harpist‘s presence. The goal is not to entertain, but to prepare or assist
the listener for a healing or transitional experience through music therapy.
Therapeutic harpists do not focus on themselves and their abilities as musicians. The music they play serves the needs of
the listeners. This has allowed harpists of all skill levels to participate in our programs because their repertoire, regardless
of size or difficulty, can be used as therapeutic music once they have received proper training.
ANGEL SONG PROGRAM – Harps in a Medical Setting: Therapeutic healing harp music played for
infants, children, adults, and their families in a hospital setting.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE – Harps for Special Events: Family members or loved ones can request a harpist
to play at milestone events, including a birth or memorial services to celebrate someone‘s life.
HARP TO HEART – Harpist at Bedside: Therapeutic harp music is played at the bedside of patients in
hospices, medical settings or in their own homes. This bedside gathering is tailored to the special needs of the
patient and family.
HEART STRINGS – Harps Ensemble: Multiple harpists perform harmonic harp music that specifically
soothes, relaxes, and heals. This program is well-suited for special events, celebrations, fundraisers, and
community outreach.
REACH FOR THE STARS – Harps in the Schools: Harp music is played in classrooms and educational
settings. This is an interactive program to enhance creativity, self-esteem, and personal growth.
Healthcare Facilities
We have been servicing many assisted living, skilled
nursing facilities and long term care facilities. The
Beatitudes Campus of Care utilized our services at all
levels of care, including their AgeLink Center (an
intergenerational center serving children of all ages) and
many other social services offered through the Church of
the Beatitudes. Many ‗Celebration of Life‘ services offer
a quiet, peaceful alternative for transitional periods.
Tai Chi and Harp: A Path to Wholeness Balance and
Harmony
―I had the privilege of attending a Tai Chi Class offered
through the Church of the Beatitudes. I felt energized
and peaceful. I was surprised at how body motions,
although somewhat effortless, could produce such
results. Harp Foundation training consultant, Jacqi
.Musselman, accompanied the class with soothing, beautiful sounds. Her harp music was a perfect complement. The class
was taught by Deanne Hodgson, RN; certified by the Institute of Integral Tai Chi and member of the National Qigong
Association. She is also on the Board of Directors of the Harp Foundation.
Deanne is a delightful teacher; passionate, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. After the class, I researched and discovered
that Tai Chi can awaken deep peace within the inner self. It has great health benefits from heart disease, high blood
pressure, arthritis, and migraine headaches. It can offer comfort with grief and may facilitate the healing of emotional and
spiritual issues. Many studies have supported these claims.
Tai Chi is an ancient art. People in China, especially the elderly, practice the art regularly. The harp is currently used in
many medical and social functions to help those experiencing pain or stress. The harp music brings comfort and relaxation
to people who suffer physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Harp music and Tai Chi are a perfect complement for developing a path of wholeness, balance, and harmony. In our fast
paced lifestyles, this was truly time well spent.
Hospice
For many years, the hospice communities have known the value of using an integrated approach between traditional
medical care and complimentary alternative therapies. This combined approach allows for a variety of non-traditional
approaches such as massage, aromatherapy, and therapeutic music for pain and stress management.
The intensive nature of end-of-life and critical care not only affects the patients and their families, but also the caregivers
and staff.
The Harp Foundation began its services by providing bedside visits to patients in the final weeks of life or in eminent
transition. The provision of harp music to the terminally ill was found to have a tremendous impact. Often, a patient
starting with great pain, discomfort, and fear would experience significant relief and solace after harp music was played.
Consequently, the sound of harp music is frequently requested at gatherings, funerals, and celebration of life and
memorial services so that all may feel its effect.
Research has shown that harp music reduces blood pressure, heart rate, and respirations. It can help decrease pain by
elevating endorphin levels and promoting relaxation. Harp music is also shown to create considerable psychological and
spiritual benefits.
The benefits of therapeutic harp music have translated to the enhanced quality of care for children with special needs or
those who are critically ill. This includes infants who were prematurely born.
Hospitals
Marie Grandstaff believes in the power of therapeutic harp. She knows
its healing power, as a family member caring for a critically ill loved
one, a patient, and, more recently as a harpist playing for patients. She
is one of many angels working with and supporting The Harp
Foundation (THF) in its mission of transforming lives and healing
hearts.
Mrs. Grandstaff was introduced to The Harp Foundation in late 2003,
when Joyce Buekers (Executive Director and Harpist) played for her
critically ill husband, Del. After that first meeting, The Harp
Foundation arranged to have a THF harpist (Sherry Cook) play once a
week in Del‘s room. The soothing sounds of the harp brought Marie a
sense of peace during that difficult time. As her husband‘s health
faded, Sherry came to Del‘s room and asked if Marie still wanted her
to play. As she held her husband Del in her arms and the sweet tones
of the harp filled the room, his spirit left his body. Marie says, ―His transition was so peaceful, so serene. What a grand
finale for Del!‖
Mrs. Grandstaff also credits the tones of the harp for accelerating her own recovery from a stroke she suffered several
years ago. Indeed, this harp music became a fixture in her life when she learned to play the instrument (one of Sherry‘s
prize pupils). She is now a benefactor, advocate and musician for The Harp Foundation. In 2007, Marie‘s generous gift
to THF, initiated the Angel Song Program at Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center making harps available at patients‘
bedsides. Marie has renewed her support for The Harp Foundation and its work at Banner Del Webb in conjunction with
Sun Health Foundation. The Harp Foundation, Sun Health and Marie call to your heart through the music of the harp.
Sun Health Foundation‘s Harps for Healing January event kicks off our 2010 Harps for the Arts Series with the hospital
providing a therapeutic harp model for other hospitals.
Marie Grandstaff believes in the power of therapeutic harp. She knows its healing power, as a family member caring for a
critically ill loved one, a patient, and, more recently as a harpist playing for patients. She is one of many angels working
with and supporting The Harp Foundation (THF) in its mission of transforming lives and healing hearts. Mrs. Grandstaff
was introduced to The Harp Foundation in late 2003, when Joyce Buekers (Executive Director and Harpist) played for her
critically ill husband, Del. After that first meeting, The Harp Foundation arranged to have a THF harpist (Sherry Cook)
play once a week in Del‘s room. The soothing sounds of the harp brought Marie a sense of peace during that difficult
time. As her husband‘s health faded, Sherry came to Del‘s room and asked if Marie still wanted her to play. As she held
her husband Del in her arms and the sweet tones of the harp filled the room, his spirit left his body. Marie says, ―His
transition was so peaceful, so serene. What a grand finale for Del!‖ Mrs. Grandstaff also credits the tones of the harp for
accelerating her own recovery from a stroke she suffered several years ago. Indeed, this harp music became a fixture in
her life when she learned to play the instrument (one of Sherry‘s prize pupils). She is now a benefactor, advocate and
musician for The Harp Foundation.
In 2007, Marie‘s generous gift to THF, initiated the Angel Song Program at Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center making
harps available at patients‘ bedsides. Marie has renewed her support for The Harp Foundation and its work at Banner Del
Webb in conjunction with Sun Health Foundation. The Harp Foundation, Sun Health and Marie call to your heart
through the music of the harp. Sun Health Foundation‘s Harps for Healing January event kicks off our 2010 Harps for the
Arts Series with the hospital providing a therapeutic harp model for other hospitals
Schools
The Harp Foundation has been supporting the work of StarShine
Academy International Schools since the first school opened in August of
2002, as a partnered outreach of concern after the disaster of September
11, 2001. The schools are located in the highest need neighborhoods,
consisting of kindergarten through high school students, coming from the
most high-risk families. The children in most cases have experienced
severe circumstances and have been victims of crime, abuse, pregnancy
and lack of education. The families, many times, consist of a mother
caring for many children. Some of the children are at times, homeless.
Although StarShines students have experienced many, many hardships,
its schools are well-known for the student‘s academic achievement and
nearly 100% graduation.
The Harp Foundation has had a profound effect on StarShine students and their achievement. At nearly every community
event, adult harpists have provided music. And this year, because of a generous grant, StarShine students were able to take
Harp lessons on the twelve Harp-sicle Harps. We believe along with others, that the harp is one of the most healing
instruments for the heart. These children at StarShine provide a shining example of this truth, as you can witness in the
attached picture. Prior to StarShine, most of the children were very angry and sad. They are now serious about listening
and learning. Students take practicing the harp very seriously, waiting in line for a turn to practice. We are committed, as
we grow the next 1000 schools, to continue to include Harp lessons as a priority for the children‘s education. It is that
important to our overall theme of maintaining education standards that support each individual students needs for body,
mind, spirit, health, wealth and happiness.
Every child should be so lucky to learn to play and appreciate the heavenly music of harps, and how it helps them to gain
brain function for further learning.
For more information about their programs and how you can help, volunteer, and be involved in The Harp Foundation,
please contact them at [email protected], call 602.265.4014 or visit their website, www.theharpfoundation.org.
HISTORY
In the spring of 1945, representatives of fifty nations gathered in San Francisco to put the final touches to a document of
far-reaching consequences — the Charter of the United Nations. Enthusiastically supported by the United States, the UN
Charter went into effect on October 24, 1945. Two years
later the UN General Assembly adopted a U.S.-
sponsored resolution declaring October 24th United
Nations Day, to be commemorated annually by all
member-states of the United Nations. Since 1947, UN
Day has been observed in nations large and small around
the world.
In the United States, each President, beginning with
Harry Truman, has issued a proclamation asking citizens
to observe UN Day and to reflect upon the importance of
the United Nations to our national interest, as well as to
each American individually. At the time of the drafting
of the Charter, close to one hundred U.S. national non-
governmental organizations were represented at San
Francisco, giving their advice and support to the official
U.S. delegation. Out of these organizations grew the
United States Committee for the United Nations, a group
consulted regularly by our government on matters related
to the United Nations. In 1961, President Kennedy
appointed Robert S. Benjamin, Chairman of United
Artists Corporation, as chairman of the U.S. Committee
for the United Nations and as the first National UN Day
Chairman.
In 1964, the U.S. Committee for the United Nations
merged with the American Association for the United
Nations to become the United Nations Association of the
United States of America (UNA-USA). UNA-USA,
under the guidance, first of Robert Benjamin, and later
under other outstanding Americans, took on the
coordination and supervision of the National UN Day
Program working closely with the National U.N. Day
Chairman.
Over the years, the observance of UN Day in hundreds of
communities all over the United States has changed
significantly. In the early years, community observances
tended to be symbolic events consisting of an
international dinner in the town's high school or the UN
flag flying from an official building. Today's program
delves into world issues that are on the agenda of the
United Nations and that affect every American citizen.
The university campus, city hall, the governor's mansion
have become sites for serious debates of issues before the
UN and how to approach them through international
cooperation.
COVER STORY
United Nations General Assembly
Those born after the founding of the UN. in
1945 have come to realize that the UN offers
no "quick fix," but is an instrument through
which nations can identify common problems,
set international standards, and take action. The
UN is only as strong and effective as its 192
member states make it. Citizens and non-
governmental organizations play an essential
role in building public support for the UN.
Your United Nations Day observance can
expand that support in your community.
UN Day 2010 – the 65th
Anniversary of the UN
“Engaging America in the
MDGs!”
As you know, the 24th of October is the most
important day of the year for UNA-USA. As an
organization, we use UN Day to focus national
attention on the work of the United Nations and
to highlight its importance to our country and
the world on the anniversary of its founding.
On this day, it is important for all of us to work
together and to speak with one voice in support
of the UN. For each of the past eight years,
UNA-USA has focused on one of the eight
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) as
our national UN Day theme.
This year, on the 65th Anniversary of the UN,
the organization is more engaged in more
global problems that affect more people than ever before. The world recognizes this reality and the MDGs are compelling
evidence of it. This UN Day UNA-USA‘s national theme will be ―Engaging America in the MDGs!‖
UNA-USA is partnering with the United Nations Millennium Campaign and the United Nations Global Compact for UN
Day 2010 – the 65th Anniversary of the UN in order to strengthen our voices and provide our members with specific
action items to help build support for the MDGs in
the United States.
World leaders will gather at UN Headquarters in
New York City this September 20-22 for the UN
Summit on the Millennium Development Goals
with the objective to accelerate progress towards
all the MDGs by 2015.
A recent poll indicated that though most
Americans are unfamiliar with these eight goals,
that when made aware of them, an overwhelming
majority believe that the U.S. should be involved
in global efforts to accomplish them. This is where
we fit in, folks! As members of UNA-USA, we
need to engage our communities, elected officials,
and local media outlets. We need collective action
to match our collective responsibility!
―The test of our progress is not whether we add to the abundance of those who have much. It is whether we provide enough to
those who have little.‖ Franklin D. Roosevelt, considered the father of the United Nations.
Knotted Gun, by Fredrik Reuterswärd
titled 'Non Violence'
The Art of the United Nations
The United Nations is reflected in a sculpture of a cracked globe
titled 'Sphere Within a Sphere' at the UN entrance May 20, 2003
in New York City. It depicts the ravages of a nuclear war.
'Good Defeats Evil', by Georgian artist Zurab Tsereteli.
'Sleeping Elephant', a bronze sculpture from three nations
(Kenya, Namibia and Thailand) and cast from an actual living
elephant by sculptor Mihail.
he Japanese Peace Bell, a gift from Japan before they were
even members of the United Nations, holds a special
significance on the UN grounds. It tolls twice a year, for the
vernal equinox and on the first day of General Assembly.
The Cast the Sleeping
Elephant Trust was
established by Mihail in 1978.
The founding premise
for the organization is what
the artist has termed The First
Contract with Nature. This
explores the philosophical and
practical implications of
man‘s dominance over Nature
and the need to readdress and
to completely rethink that link
to Nature
(Left) Stained glass window
commemorating the life of
Dag Hammarskjold
by French painter Mark Chagall.
The circular Solidarity Among Sisters was a gift from 'Arab
women' crated by Silvio Russo, "shaped ... in the form of an
abstract image of a number of women, each of whom is
holding out her hand to the next."
The most renowned of all the sculptures is
probably Let Us Beat Swords Into
Plowshares an Evgeniy Vuchetich
creation donated by the Soviet Union.
Making a Difference...
So, RIM's fundraiser, A Dollar Makes A Difference (http://www.adollarmakesadifference.com), kicked off this last
weekend - how many of you would be willing to help us prove a point? We have been challenged (by the "YES I CAN"
man himself, Don Ratliff) to set a big goal for this fundraiser. We were originally going to go for $25,000.00. Don
challenged us to double that, which we found very exciting and adventurous, in all sorts of ways that have caused RIM
and I (Mrs. Rim) to both grow as individuals and as partners in both life and this endeavor. We are very grateful for that!
So, here's where we can use your help.
This fundraiser began last Saturday October 9, 2010 with the kick-off party, and it will end officially on Saturday January
8, 2011 with a party that is ALREADY promising to be a huge event!
During these three months - amidst all the activities and events and contests and raffles that will be getting under way - we
are going to ask for people to participate by donating just ONE DOLLAR to this fundraiser. Of course, if people would
like to give more, that would CERTAINLY be welcome. But the whole point behind "A Dollar Makes A Difference" is
this: $50,000.00 SEEMS like a lot of money to raise, doesn't it? Now look at it this way... What if 50,000 PEOPLE each
gave ONE DOLLAR APIECE?! That seems a lot more do-able, doesn't it? What would happen if YOU were to donate
just ONE DOLLAR, and then ask one or two of your friends to do the same? Would you be willing to part with ONE
DOLLAR to be a part of something HUGE to benefit a group of heroes who are not only worthy of our attention and
appreciation, but who DESERVE our attention, appreciation and admiration?
We are asking for your help in the form of giving just ONE DOLLAR, and then asking your friends to do the same.
What's a dollar to you? What if YOUR dollar is the one that makes the difference? Guess what... IT IS!!
We are so grateful for your willingness to participate! And I, personally, am so very grateful for your help in contributing
to my husband's success in this venture that is so incredibly close to
his heart.
God bless America, and God bless those men and women and their
families, who have sacrificed - for us - more than we can ever hope
to really comprehend or appreciate.
Rick and Sandi Daly
"I want to serve the people
who have been serving
FOR US."
Rick Daly
A Dollar Makes A Difference
A dollar can make a difference
It can change a person's life
It can serve a soldier in combat
It can serve that soldier's wife*
We let our soldiers know that we care
By supporting Packages From Home
Your dollar will go toward shipping
A package of "care" to the combat zone
And when our troops return
They sometimes need a hand
The Emergency Relief Fund
Provides "solution" for problems unplanned
As we raise money to help these two charities
Our intention is simply to serve
The men and women who give of themselves
That our forefathers' Dreams be preserved.
By Sandra Anne Daly
*We would like to acknowledge that we are aware that there are women in the military, as well, and husbands here at
home—the word “wife” just works well for the poem. Thank you for understanding.
Get Involved! This project runs through January 8th
PICTURE OF THE WEEK
(Maybe of the century!)
Thanks so much for the opportunity to share the story of The Harp Foundation and the wonderful work they are doing
in the community.
We look forward to working together on a mutual project. The Foundation for Blind Children
sounds like a good start. Please reach out to Curt Hench to discuss.
As requested attached is the info on The Harp Foundation please feel free to
go to the web site. www.theharpfoundation.org for additional information which you are
free to use.
Blessings,
Lizbeth Congiusti Speakers Bureau
The Harp Foundation
SUPPORT LYNSIE’S KIDS!
“SAVE OUR CAMP PROJECT 2010/2011”
HELP THE LIONS SAVE CAMP TATIYEE
Rotary Foundation Day and a Dinner Celebration
It's time to register to attend two events related to Our Rotary Foundation. The first is an AZ Tri-District Rotary
Foundation Day that will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2010 from 9am-3pm at EVIT in Mesa (see link to register
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/811825191). It will cost just $20 to cover breaks, lunch, great information and the
camaraderie of the day. Everyone is welcome to attend but this will be especially helpful for club officers of 2010-11
and 2011-12 and new or prospective members. Don't be shy about signing up. Every clubs should have 4-5 people
there to soak up all of the information. Highlights include details about Group Study Exchange and new changes, How
to Create and Execute Grants, news about Ambassadorial and Peace Scholars, and a keynote address from Steve
Solomon from The Rotary Foundation. Steve is not just a staff member; he was an Ambassadorial Scholar and weaves
a wonderful story about his experience.
Second, DG Glenn has brought us back our own District Foundation Dinner - Thanks For Giving! This dinner will be
the week after the Training Day Saturday, November 13, 2010 beginning at 6 pm at the Mesa Country Club. This will
be a venue for you to hear and see where your giving dollars are being used. We will hear from Ambassadorial
Scholars (Imagine being the recipient of a $25,000 scholarship!), hear fabulous results of what some grants have done
and more. We will also take time to honor the Rotarians who are actively supporting the Rotary Foundation as Major
Donors, Bequest Society Members, Benefactors and other levels of TRF support. Plan to be there as we say to you
"Thanks for Giving". It‘s easy to register, just use the link http://www.eventbrite.com/event/810317682
Lions Camp Tatiyee, P.O. Box 6910, Mesa, AZ 85216
Name: __________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________________________
Club Name: ______________________________________________________
COMMITMENT
$4.00 per month for 20 months
One-Time Contribution of $80
Two Contributions of $40 Each
Other
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To make a contribution or if you need additional information, contact:
Patrick de Haan (Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club) 623-326-7951 or [email protected]
Jan Snyder (Tempe East Rotary Club) 480-951-9250
www.sustainableltd.org
Looking for a Simple, Low-Cost, High-Impact Polio Project?
All we need is a $25 donation from 100 Clubs, Companies, or Individuals
50. SENIOR ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP
"Senior active" is a form of membership reserved for members who have provided substantial years of service to Rotary
and is usually regarded as a mark of Rotary distinction. Being a senior active member signifies that a Rotarian has been
involved in club activities over a long period.
A Rotarian automatically becomes "senior active" upon completion of 15 years of service in one or more Rotary clubs.
Senior active status is also conferred upon a Rotarian with ten or more years service who has reached the age of 60, or
with five or more years of service who has reached the age of 65. A Rotarian who serves as a district governor is also
eligible for senior active membership.
One of the benefits of being senior active is that the Rotarian no longer must reside or have his place of business within
the territorial limits of the club. If a senior active member moves to another city, he may be invited to join Rotary without
having an open classification. When a Rotarian becomes senior active, his/her classification is released to enable another
individual to join Rotary. It is important to remember, senior active is not a classification, it is a type of membership. A
senior active member is always identified by "former classification," which describes a business or profession.
51. HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
"Honorary" is one of the four types of membership a person may have in a Rotary club. This type of membership is the
highest distinction a Rotary club can confer and is exercised only in exceptional cases to recognize an individual for
unusual service and contributions to Rotary and society. An honorary member is elected for one year only, and continuing
membership must be renewed annually. Honorary members cannot propose new members to the club, do not hold office
and are exempt from attendance requirements and club dues.
Many distinguished heads of state, explorers, authors, musicians, astronauts and other public personalities have been
honorary members of Rotary clubs, including King Gustaf of Sweden, King George VI of England, King Badouin of
Belgium, King Hassan III of Morocco, Sir Winston Churchill, humanitarian Albert Schweitzer, Charles Lindbergh,
composer Jean Sibelius, explorer Sir Edmund Hillary, Thor Heyerdahl, Thomas Edison, Walt Disney, Bob Hope, Dr.
Albert Sabin, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and many of the presidents of the United States. Truly, those
selected for honorary membership are those who have done much to further the ideals of Rotary.
52. MEMBERSHIP IN ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
If you asked a Rotarian if he or she belonged to Rotary International, the individual probably would look puzzled and
answer, "Of course I'm a member of Rotary International." But in this instance, the confident Rotarian would be
technically wrong. No Rotarian can be a member of Rotary International!
The explanation of this apparent contradiction is simple. The constitutional documents of RI state that membership in
Rotary International is limited to Rotary clubs. Over 27,000 Rotary clubs belong to the organization we call Rotary
International.
A Rotary club is composed of persons with the appropriate qualifications of good character and reputation, a business or
professional classification and who serve in an executive or managerial capacity. The Rotarian belongs to a club-the club
belongs to Rotary International. This technical distinction is not obvious or even known to most Rotarians and seldom
does it create any problems or complications. It does explain, however, why the Rotary International Board of Directors
places expectations upon and extends privileges to Rotary clubs, rather than to individual Rotarians.
If someone asks if you belong to Rotary International, your most accurate answer would be, "No, I belong to a Rotary
club." But I doubt if anyone would understand the difference, or, in fact, would really care.
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Your Club is invited to join Tempe Rio Salado and our Sister Club,
the Rotary Club of Islamabad, Pakistan, to become part of this important Global Peace Initiative!
NO COST INVOLVED! STAND AND
BE COUNTED!
Looking for a COST EFFECTIVE Literacy Project?
Are you working with a limited Club service budget or short of voluynteers?
Would you like to get books to hundreds of impoverished valley children for just a few cents per book?
Contact Rotarian Jack Buckles & learn about Pathway to Reading! [email protected]
In this issue, we have a special treat for you. One
of Rio Macaw’s Facebook friends is the world
renowned wildlife photographer, Christina Bush
of Animal Magnetism Photography. I love
passionate people. Maybe that’s why I enjoy our
Rotary family so much. Maybe that’s also why I
enjoy Christina so much. She is passionate about
her work, passionate about her photography, and passionate about her beloved animals, especially the big cats. The
following pages contain some of Christina’s favorite wildlife photos. She sent them to the Squawk so that we could share
them with all of you. ~ Pat
About Christina Bush
Christina grew up in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of
Western North Carolina in the charming town of Waynesville.
She moved to CA in 1992 when she married her husband Tom,
who was stationed as a Marine at Camp Pendleton. They now
live in Vista, CA, with their two Rottweilers, Precious Diamond
and Lord Benno.
Christina has always had a passion for animals of all sorts.
Throughout her life, she has had dogs, cats, turtles, birds,
snakes, guinea pigs, bunnies, scorpions, fish and the pet she
calls ―super-cool,‖ a tarantula named Raven. Christina is most
passionate about the plight of her favorite species, the majestic
tigers and wants to spend her life trying to help conserve them
for the future of the world. She has become disgusted with
what goes on in the world with tigers, especially in China and
the United States. In addition Christina also supports the
banning of canned/trophy hunting and stands behind Dr. Jenny
Conrad and The Paw Project in helping make it illegal
everywhere to declaw cats.
Christina is also active in helping educate the youth of the world
about wildlife because the youth is their future. She administers
the Youth for Wildlife page where facts and photos are posted
in a way that makes them interesting, interactive and fun.
Christina is the photographer for well-known wildlife artist
Chris Hoy (www.hoysart.net) and travels all over Southern
California with him, photographing exotic animals at the
sanctuaries/rehab facilities they support, educational centers and
throughout Hollywood. She has photographed nearly all the
animals on TV and in such movies as Ace Ventura Pet
Detective, Evan Almighty, Operation Dumbo Drop, Gladiator, Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more.
Christina notes, ―I began doing photography for fun in the year 2000 when my husband bought me a digital camera for
Christmas. It was the greatest toy I‘ve ever, ever had. To me there‘s nothing like being able to capture a look, a memory,
a small fantastic moment in time...and it‘s captured forever. What a beautiful thing photography is and it opened a whole
Bobbi de Haan’s Born to be Wild
Celebrating the Care and Husbandry of Exotic and Endangered Wildlife
new world of creativity for me. And, it is instant gratification!
That‘s the best thing because I‘m a busy girl with little free time.
But, with digital...take the picture, connect the camera to a
computer and in about 3 minutes you can have the print in your
hand.‖
―I started first photographing the beautiful coast along Southern
California...the beaches, the sunsets, the flowers...the
landmarks...and friends, of course. Then I met Chris Hoy!!! I
began traveling on fun animal adventures with him and have met
many of terrific people in the animal world, including not only
animal celebrities...but people ones as well: Carol Channing, Kay
Starr, Dan Westfall, Carol Burnett and many others. What a fun
life!‖
Christina started Animal Magnetism Photography in 1995. Her
images have been featured by National Geographic, Animal
Planet, ABC‘s Extreme Home Makeovers, The International Anti
Fur Coalition, the Paw Project and many other organizations
around the globe. She uses them to educate as many people as
possible through the use of imagery and interesting facts that
help to raise awareness for wildlife (www.youthforwildlife.com).
―I want to go to South Africa with my camera someday soon and
see the animals in the environments that they are meant to be
in....and not behind cages. I ache to see them free,‖ she says. ―I
am a friend and supporter of Cheeta the chimp from the 1930s
and 40s Tarzan movies starring Johnny Weissmuller and
Maureen O‘Sullivan. Cheeta is age 78 and in the Guinness Book
of World Records for being the oldest living primate. He is
living out his Golden years in Palm Springs, CA, with his
caretaker Dan Westfall, who just received his star on the Walk of
Stars in Palm Springs, right beside Cheeta‘s. I was invited to attend the celebration and it was amazing. Here‘s the link
for my photos of that day.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2097716&id=1208067603&l=8e842ede3b
Being part of the rescue effort to save lives has been one of my greatest personal achievements.‖
You can read more about Cheeta at www.cheetathechimp.org
CONTACT INFORMATION
949-228-3508
www.christinabush.com
www.cbwealthadvisory.com
www.facebook.com
animalmagnetismphotography
"The gift of photography is an
art form, not a hobby"
Mary Gray
October 23, 2010
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Mark your calendars, dust off your dancing shoes, dry clean your dresses, powder your wigs, and stock up on lipstick!
We’re Back! And Uglier Than Ever!
Circle-K 75th Ave & Cactus
2nd
Annual
If you like these cartoons, visit Chad’s web site - Tundra Comics
James Greene’s Timmy the Squirrel
Memorial Bizarre Pictures of Cute Little Animals
GEESE
WHAT DOES LOVE MEAN? ~ ANSWERS BY KIDS! A group of professional people posed this question to a group of 4 to 8 year-olds, "What does love mean?"
The answers they got were broader and deeper than anyone could have imagined. See what you think:
"When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn't bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my
grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That's love."
- Rebecca - age 8
"When someone loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe
in their mouth." - Billy - age 4
"Love is when a girl puts on perfume and a boy puts on shaving cologne and they go out and smell each
other." - Karl - age 5
"Love is when you go out to eat and give somebody most of your French fries without making them give you any of
theirs." - Chrissy - age 6
"Love is what makes you smile when you're tired." - Terri - age 4
"Love is when my mommy makes coffee for my daddy and she takes a sip before giving it to him, to make sure the taste
is OK." - Danny - age 7
"Love is when you kiss all the time. Then when you get tired of kissing, you still want to be together and you talk more.
My Mommy and Daddy are like that. They look gross when they kiss" - Emily - age 8
"Love is what's in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen." - Bobby - age 7 (Wow!)
"If you want to learn to love better, you should start with a friend who you hate." - Nikka - age 6
(we need a few million more Nikkas on this planet)
"Love is when you tell a guy you like his shirt, then he wears it everyday." - Noelle - age 7
"Love is like a little old woman and a little old man who are still friends even after they know each other so well." -
Tommy - age 6
"During my piano recital, I was on a stage and I was scared. I looked at all the people watching me and saw my daddy
waving and smiling. He was the only one doing that. I wasn't scared anymore." - Cindy - age 8
"My mommy loves me more than anybody. You don't see anyone else kissing me to sleep at night." - Clare - age 6
"Love is when Mommy gives Daddy the best piece of chicken." - Elaine-age 5
"Love is when Mommy sees Daddy smelly and sweaty and still says he‘s handsomer than Robert Redford." - Chris - age 7
"Love is when your puppy licks your face even after you left him alone all day."- Mary Ann - age 4
"I know my older sister loves me because she gives me all her old clothes and has to go out and buy new ones."
- Lauren - age 4
"When you love somebody, your eyelashes go up and down and little stars come out of you." - Karen - age 7
"Love is when Mommy sees Daddy on the toilet and she doesn't think it's gross." - Mark - age 6
"You really shouldn't say 'I love you' unless you mean it. But if you mean it, you should say it a lot. People forget."
- Jessica - age 8
JACK BUCKLES’ TEARS OF JOY
Funny Stories, Bad Jokes, Bumper Stickers, etc.
RIO MACAW’S
FACEBOOK PAGE
Rio now has 1,092 friends on his Facebook page.
What‘s even more amazing is that more than 200 of
them are from different countries around the world,
true to the spirit of Rotary International.
Rio currently has friends in:
India
Greece
Turkey
Argentina
Portugal
Denmark
Italy
England
Venezuela
Bangladesh
Pakistan
South Africa
Brazil
Chile
Mexico
You can visit Rio at this link:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/rio.macaw?ref=name
The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands!
The 2011
WE TOUR
Walk Across America
For Special Needs Kids
Chaplaincy for the Homeless Chaplain Dave Goodall
Executive Director
1125 W. Jackson St.
Phoenix AZ 85007
602-417-9853
At its main office in the Lodestar Resource Center, the
Ecumenical Chaplaincy for the Homeless helps
thousands of homeless people each year obtain lost
documents, such as birth certificates and drivers'
licenses, so they can get jobs, obtain medical help, or
find housing. Very moving, informative presentation.
SPEAKERS BUREAU A Directory of Speakers We Have Used
The North Tempe Branch offers activities from each of the 5
Boys & Girls Clubs of America Core Program Areas:
Education and Career Development; Character and
Leadership Development; The Arts; Health and Life Skills; and
Sports, Fitness, and Recreation, and a Power Hour homework
completion program where dedicated staff members are
available to assist children complete their daily homework.
North Tempe Boys & Girls Club Lynsie Scharpf
Branch Executive
1555 N. Bridalwreath St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
480-858-6520 Fax 480-858-6545
Safeddy Identification Cards Shiela Maguire
Executive Director
PO Box 20724
Mesa, AZ, 85277-0724
(480) 236-8811 http://www.maguirepublications.com
Citizens Offering Police Support Officer Larry Horton
Phoenix Police COPS Program
620 West Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
602-262-7218 Fax: 602-534-1972
100 Club of Arizona Sharon Knudson-Felix
Executive Director
5033 N. 19th Ave., Suite 123
Phoenix, AZ 85015.
(602) 485-0100 Fax (602) 242-1715
The Safeddy card is an identification card. On the front, the card
will have the person’s photograph and personal information such
as name, date of birth, address and basic medical information.
On the back of the card there will be listed some Do’s and Don’ts.
Many times first responders will escalate a situation through no
fault of their own by inadvertently asking or doing something that
triggers aggressive behavior.
C.O.P.S., is the volunteer force of the Phoenix Police
Department. Volunteers work under the direction of the
Employment Services Bureau and play an important part in
our city's police operation. Volunteers work side by side with
sworn officers in almost every aspect of law enforcement, from
administration to investigation. Larry is passionate about this
program and gives an excellent presentation!
Lauren’s Institute for Education Margaret Travillon
Co-Founder & CEO
3341 E. Queen Creek Road, Suite 109
Gilbert, AZ 85297
480.621.836 fax: 480.621.8513
The mission of the 100 Club of Arizona is to provide
financial assistance to families of public safety officers
and firefighters who are seriously injured or killed in the
line-of-duty, and to provide resources to enhance their
safety and welfare. This is an excellent organization
and a very worthwhile presentation.
Lauren’s Institute for Education (L.I.F.E.) is a special
place for developmentally disabled children. They offer
a variety of therapies that nurture each individual child's
overall growth to improve their quality of life and the
lives of their family members. Their 11,000 square-foot
facility is state of the art with over 20 thrapy rooms.
Looking for a good club presentation? Here are some resources for the Phoenix area.
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person belongs to a
Rotary Club or
organization.
Pathway to Reading Jack and Karen Buckles
PDG Forrest Hickman
This absolutely wonderful program was started by a local
Lions Club as a way to provide free books to poor children
who otherwise would not have any. The Pathway volunteerrs
hold “Free Book Fairs” at local schools, providing the
children with a vast selection of books from which they can
pick one to keep. What’s amazing is that they are so
affordable. It costs just a few cents per child!
Special Agent Schaaf spoke to us about “Cyber Crime.”
The top three priorities for the FBI are terrorism,
counter intelligence, and cyber crime. Cyber crime
includes SQL infection, scams, identity theft, extortion,
investment fraud, and mortgage fraud. This was a
fascinating presention full of important information.
F B I Special Agent Paul Schaaf
Federal Bureau of Investigations
201 E Indianola
Phoenix AZ 85012
602-279-5511 Fax 602-294-4055
ChildLight Foundation
For Afghan Children Diana Tacey
Founder & President
480-964-5484
http://www.childlightfoundation.org
Polio Echo Brad Dowden
President
P.O. Box 61024
Phoenix, AZ 85082
FitzMagic John Fitzsimmons
Phone: (602) 820-6202
http://www.fitzmagic.com
ChildLight Foundation for Afghan Children is
committed to caring about and relieving the suffering of
children and their families. When families suffer,
children suffer. This was a fantsastic prersentation
about one of the most dangerous and needy places on
the planet. Well worth your time to schedule Diana!
Serving polio survivors (certified under United Way and
supported by Easter Seal Society of Arizona and Arizona
Chapter of March of Dimes) strives to service these
needs by offering information, services, equipment and
"support" by professionals, and most importantly, by
those who are walking in your shoes!
Desert Edge Mentoring Dennis Gregory
Executive Director 1950 W Heatherbrae Dr. Ste 4
Phoenix, AZ 85015
602-237-2485
http://www.desertedgementoring.com
A high-energy performance filled with magic, comedy and jaw-
dropping stunts, John Fitzsimmons offers one of the most amazing
shows you’ll ever see. John thrills audiences with everything from
the most creative way to make a balloon animal to “The World’s
Most Dangerous Card Trick” — a smashing stunt that landed him
on every major TV network in the nation. John is extremely active
in our community, supporting many of our local charities.
As an outpatient clinic they provide therapeutic intervention
through counseling and mentoring. Their targets are male and
female adolescents ages 10-17 and male and female adults ages 18
and older, who are seeking guidance while progressing through
their life stages. They offer a learning environment, leadership
skills, and real world experiences while promoting personal growth,
team and relationship building and accrual of lifelong skills.
Holistic Horticulture Max A. Butler
Certified Arborist
602-885-4361
Max is amazing! Everything you could ever want to know about
trees, Max knows. After earning his ISA Certification (WE-7939A)
while working for several local tree care companies, Max decided
to start his own tree health management practice emphasizing
entire tree systems rather than focusing only on trees' individual
components. Thus, Holistic Horticulture was born.
Astonishing Families Justin Rohner
Executive Director
4327 E. Cloudburst Ct.
Gilbert, AZ 85297
480-235-1006 (Todd Runyan)
Justin, from Astonishing Families, provided us with a
thought provoking presentation about his Mind 4 Money
program. It was excellent! Wealth is about attitude.
Justin uses his skills to help families change their
attitudes towards their finances, become grounded, and
turn their lives around. Very useful information.
The O’Connor House Project is a community effort to
relocate both the original adobe house and the spirit of
Sandra Day O’Connor to Arizona’s Papago Park.
There, the house will once again be a gathering place
where people find the level of compromise and
consensus needed to move society forward..
O’Connor House Linda Searfoss
[email protected] Linda is the past Executive Director of
Valley Big Brothers Big Sisters and
recently served as interim CEO of the Red
Cross, so she can talk on multiple topics.
Origami Joey Hudy
Origami Artist
[email protected] Schedule Joey through his
mother, Julie. Try not to interfere
with his school. He‘s a great kid!
Police Photography Hal Becker
Professional Photographer
The gallery Hal brings also
includes military and landscapes.
Hold On To Your Dreams Francoise Maricle
Author
17831 N Del Webb Blvd.
Sun City, AZ 85373
623-972-3168
Joey Hudy shows us an award winning piece that he
entered in an OrigamiUSA competition. Named the
“Winged Devil”, the 360-fold work of art took him four
hours to complete. Very moving, heart-felt presentation.
Joey has autism and uses paper-folding as a way to stay
calm and function. Another amazing story.
Hal Becker specializes in photographing our public safety
officers and military. Hal has used his technical skills and
artistic eye to capture the people behind law enforcement,
honoring them for their service. It was amazing to see all
of the places Hal has been in pursuit of his craft and to
experience his journey through his pictures. Awesome!
Cruising the Oceans Bobbi de Haan
3629 W Camino Real.
Glendale, AZ 85310
623-326-7950
Francoise Maricle was born two months prematurely in
a Japanese internment camp in Indonesia during World
War II. She was in three different camps with her mother
and older brother for the next three years. She survived
in spite of the horrible physical and mental
conditions. This is an amazing story and presentation!
A few years ago, Bobbi went on a short cruise with her daughter and
immediately fell in love with cruising. Now, with several cruises
under her belt, she has put together an informative presentation
showing what you can expect. Geared for the novice as well as the
seasoned traveler, her insight and perspective will have you longing
for the high seas. Focus will be on her voyage aboard the Oasis of
the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship. Great pictures!
Save the Family Tim Lidster
Director of Community Outreach
450 W. 4th Place
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-898-0228 x 245
Last year, Save the Family served 195 families including
393 children in its Transitional Living Program and an
additional 114 families with 226 children in its
Affordable Rental Program, and through an outreach of
local schools, Save the Family served an additional
2500 youths.
College Depot Janet Reno - Director
1221 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602-262-7783 Fax 602-495-0177
www.phoenix.gov/collegedepot
A collaborative effort between the City of Phoenix and
several private partners, it is located in the Burton Barr
Library, near the library’s “Teen Club.” They provide a
complete range of support services, from encouraging
kids to consider college, to helping them with their
applications and tests, and providing support.
These two Pat Tillman Scholars from ASU are arranging to
send a load of books to school children on a remote island in
Fiji. A vacationing Chandler teacher discovered the severe
need for reading material and started collecting books. Nikki
& Mailai accepted the challenge and want to make this
happen. Very interesting. This is an area which is often
forgotten yet has some real issues that can easily be corrected.
Fill the Bookshelves in Fiji Nicolette Lewis
Mailai Echeverria
(Waiting for updated
contact information)
Desert Sounds Performing Arts Jenny Crews
President
PO Box 7526
Chandler, AZ 85246
480-304-4762 480-699-6902
Phoenix Police
Missing Persons Unit Sgt. Bryan Chapman
2120 N Central Ave.
Phoenix AZ 85004
602-262-4088
India James Freeman
Past District Governor
3160 E. Main St., Lot 42
Mesa, AZ 85213
623-640-6201
Desert Sounds Performing Arts, Inc. is an organization
of local community residents who know the benefits of
participating in the arts, both personally and
professionally. Their goal is to provide underserved
children access to school band and orchestra programs,
lessons and performance opportunities
Sgt. Chapman provided us with a conprehensive, fascinating behind-
the-scene look at the Phoenix Police Department’s Missing Persons
Unit. We learned about how well the Amber Alert system works and
reviewed the facts and data pertaining to missing individuals. The
presentation was so good, everyone stayed late to hear more. Sgt.
Chapman is a captivating speaker and really knows his material
well. Especially useful were his hints for parents/grandparents.
Lauren’s Institute for Education Margaret Travillon
Co-Founder and CEO
3341 E. Queen Creek Road, Suite 109
Gilbert, AZ 85297 480-621-8361x207 Fax: 480-621-8513
PDG Jim blended pictures, slides, and items from his
numerous trips overseas with wonderful stories of his
experiences. Although his primary focus for the presentation
was on his visits to projects that were funded by Rotarian
Matching Grants, he also covered political, cultural, and
economic concerns in the area. PDG Jim easily captivated us
with his passion for the people of the region. Good talk!
Lauren’s Institute for Education (L.I.F.E.) is a special place for
developmentally disabled children. They offer a variety of
therapies that nurture each individual child's overall growth to
improve their quality of life and the lives of their family
members. Their 11,000 square-foot facility is state of the art
with 20 rooms for specialized therapy, an outdoor patio, staff
offices, observation rooms and much more! A great program!
East Valley Rotaract Laura Zilverberg
North Tempe Multigenerational Center
1555 N Bridalwreath St, Tempe, AZ
85281480-463-4886
The East Valley Rotaract Club is a community-based
club sponsored by the Paradise Valley Rotary Club. The
Club is extremely active and involved in their
community. They are known for their creative
fundraising projects and high energy level. It’s always a
treat to hear about their current activities. Good job!
M U F O N
Mutual UFO Network Stacey Wright & Jim Mann
State Section Directors
The Mutual UFO Network is one of the oldest and largest UFO
investigative organizations in the United States. Their Mission
Statement is the scientific study of UFOs for the benefit of
humanity through investigations, research and education. It
was very interesting to hear and ask questions about the
“Phoenix lights” and other regional sightings. It’s almost like
having your own X-Files speak to your meeting.
"It is my Purpose to serve as flesh-and-blood proof that
patterns can be broken, and to assist others in breaking their
own limiting patterns of thought that keep them stuck in
circumstances that are unsatisfying, or maybe even painful. I
believe that every person on this planet deserves to live a life
they can love, and it is my Purpose to assist them in doing so."
POP YOUR PARADIGM! Neutralize your "programming"
and start LIVING your life!
Sandra Anne Daly
Author and
Certified Life Mastery Consultant
www.chooseyouruniverse.com
Native American Connection Melissa Arellano Valazquez
Marketing Coordinator
4520 N Central Avenue, Suite 600
Phoenix, Arizona 85012
P: 602.254.3247 F: 602.256.7356
A. T. Stills University Dr. Jack Dillenberg
Dean
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206
480-219-6000
Southwest Bureau of Economics Bryce Wilson and Steven Bustamante
History of American Coins
3918 E Stanford Avenue
Gilbert, Az 85234
888-399-4690
Their philosophy and services are grounded in Native American
cultural and spiritual values, with a deep sense of purpose.
They serve a variety of individuals and families in a wide-range
of services - from homeless men or women seeking recovery in
hopes of becoming clean and sober and reuniting with their
children and families to working families looking for affordable
housing or pursuing the path to homeownership.
The mission of the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral
Health is to educate caring, technologically adept dentists
who become community and educational leaders serving
those in need, and to be the leader in the lifelong education
of community responsive general dentists. This program is
heavily vested in community service. VERY impressive!
The Centers for Habilitation Dawn Hocking
Development/HR Specialist
215 West Lodge Drive
Tempe, Arizona 85283-3652
480-730-4221 Fax: 480-730-5214
We received a fascinating half hour review of the history
of American coins and currency. Covering everything
from the Coinage Act of 1792 to the Gold Standard Act
of 1900 and current trends and conditions, this was a
most informative lecture. We also enjoyed looking at the
many historic coins they brought with them.
TCH provides services for individuals in every stage of life.
From early intervention for infants and toddlers to senior
recreation programs, from at-home attendant care to
community employment supports, TCH meets the needs of individuals with disabilities. The TCH mission-empowering
people with disabilities-is evident in all programs.
Positive Network Alliance Patrick de Haan, MAPC
President & CEO
3629 W Camino Real
Glendale AZ 85310
623-326-7951
PNA serves impoverished and homeless children from
PK-3rd
grade through their Christmas Tree Project.
They also serve the children of our deployed troops
through their National Gratitude Project. They are
active 365 days a year, so you don’t have to wait until
December to have a visit from the real Santa Claus!
Chris LaBarge provides an excellent presentation on the
Interact program and other Rotary youth initiatives. Interact is
Rotary International’s service club for young people ages 12 to
18. Interact clubs are sponsored by individual Rotary clubs,
which provide support and guidance, but they are self-
governing and self-supporting. Chris is very knowledgable and
totally commited to working with children. Excellent!
Rotary Youth Programs Chris LaBarge
District 5510 Interact Chair 2010
2332 E. Grandview Circle
Mesa, AZ 85213
H480-844-8714 C 480-229-0150
The Harp Foundation Lizbeth Congiusti
Board Member
400 W. Camelback Road Suite 304
Phoenix, AZ 85013
602-265-4014
My Year in China Susan Seats
Susan‘s availability is extremely
limited due to her travels.
Contact her by email
Abuse and Harassment PDG Don LaBarge
District 5510
Youth Harassment and Abuse Chair
Since their founding over 10 years ago, The Harp Foundation
has been able to provide more than 60,000 hours of therapeutic
harp music to hundreds of thousands of critically ill and
medically fragile patients and their families at hospices,
hospitals, schools, churches and homes around the Valley. This
is a wonderful presentation complete with soothing harp music.
Susan has just returned to the states from a one year teaching
assignment at Hubei University of Technology in Wuhan, China.
While there, she created a magic club to help build student
confidence and self-esteem. Her work was so extraordinary that
the Chinese produced a movie about her. If you can catch Susan
when she is in Arizona, you will be captivated by her amazing
story. She has also traveled extensively in India.
Camp Tatiyee Pam Swanson, Executive Director
(Off Season: Mid-August to Mid-May)
480-380-4254
Lions Camp Tatiyee
P.O. Box 6910; Mesa, AZ, 85216
PDG Don LaBarge provides an excellent overview and update
on Rotary International’s and our District’s progress towards
developing an “Abuse and Harassment” policy. This is a
must presentation for any club hosting or conducting youth
programs/activities. PDG Don has not only done extensive
research on the subject, as a retired police officer he brings a
professional perspective to his presentation. Excellent!
Lions Camp Tatiyee is simply a place created to give a chance
for individuals with special needs to relax, be themselves, and
have a great time with new friends. For over 50 years, the
camp has served children facing the challenges of living with
a disability. Learn about their quality programming,
dedicated staff, and how you can get involved in supporting
their efforts. Excellent presentation.
Dr. Jan & Clarice Snyder
The objective of Sustainable Resources is to
identify and support industries or projects
that provide jobs, education, or basic human
needs to those people that are in most need
of fundamental support in order to escape
the cycle of poverty. The Snyders have
fascinating stories of their trips to Africa and
their many wonderful projects. Learn how
ASU students are involved in designing and
building adaptive equipment for disabled
Africans. These people are amazing!!!
Sustainable Resources,
Ltd.
6248 E. Waltann Lane
Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1942
Phone
480-951-9250
Web Site
http://www.sustainableltd.org
New Page – Updated 10/22/10