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The Rio Squawk is the weekly magazine of the Tempe Rio Salado Rotary ClubTRANSCRIPT
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September 23, 2010
“There are approximately 23.2 million military veterans in the United States..”
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3 Club Minutes
5 Pictures from today’s meeting
9 Memoriam ~ 4 Soldiers last week
20 Veterans Day (Cover Story)
23 Laura Kalb in Amman, Jordan
24 Picture of the Week
25 Mail Box
30 ABC’s of Rotary
32 Born to be Wild – Guardian Angels
34 Tundra Comics
35 Tears of Joy
36 Timmy the Squirrel
37 Miscellaneous Foolishness
38 Display Ads
45 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 – PDG Ben Eubank
3) Pledge – Chief Warrant Officer John Vitt
4) Four Way Test – Patrick de Haan
5) Introduction of Guests – Corey Bruggeman
Captain Brian Dudley – Arizona Army National Guard, Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Chief Warrant Officer John Vitt – Arizona Army National Guard, Command, Chief Warrant
Sergeant Kelly Anne Beck – Arizona Army National Guard, Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs
John Ore – Tempe South Rotary Club
Rick Daly - Spouse
Julie Lemmon – Spouse
6) Get Food – GOOD as usual – BACON!
7) BUMPER SNICKER OF THE WEEK: “Unless you’re the lead dog, the scenery never changes!” (Seen on Ben
Eubank’s pickup)
8) RIO MACAW: More bad jokes, as usual! Bad parrot!
Q – What do you get when you cross a dog with a rooster? A – A “Cocka-Poodle-Doo!”
Q – Why couldn’t the pirate see the movie? A – Because it was “AAARRRRRGH” rated!
9) Lynsie still has raffle tickets for sale for a new 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid. (See page 27)
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 looking for places where she can
sell the scarves to raise additional funds for the Christmas project. Contact her if you know someplace.
11) CHRISTMAS BASKETS: Corey explained that in the past we have adopted families and delivered Christmas baskets to
them. He suggested that this year, instead of doing the baskets, we need to help Patrick. He is short 800-1,000 toys in
the $5-10 per-toy range. So instead of adopting families, bring in toys for Pat. Pat goes to underprivileged schools
and serves K-3rd
grade. Pat will distribute a list of suggested items.
12) SAINT PETER’S INDIAN MISSION SCHOOL will have their annual Christmas event on Thursday, January 13th.
13) HOLIDAYS: The week after next is Thanksgiving, so we will not be meeting. Last year, we didn’t have a meeting the
day before Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve. This year, we will not meet on December 23 but we will meet on
December 30.
14) ELECTIONS: Next week we’ll elect officers for 2011-2012.
15) FOUNDATION TRAINING: Bobbi attended the Rotary Foundation this past Saturday, and will brief us on the future
vision of the Rotary Foundation. They are currently in the first year of three year pilot.
16) CHRISTMAS PARTY: First Lady Patty Bruggeman will host the party on Saturday, December 4th at Corey’s house.
We will have white elephant gifts and pot luck. We will need to coordinate dishes.
17) CHRISTMAS FOOD BOXES: On December 18th at I.G. Holmes Boys and Girls Club in South Phoenix. Pat will write
a simplified grant and Ben will submit it to the Finance Committee. If we put in $500 we can get $1000 to be used for
Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club
Captain Brian Dudley
November 11, 2010 ~ Veterans Day
PRESENT: Corey Bruggeman, Jack Buckles, Sandi Daly, Bobbi de Haan, Patrick
de Haan, Ben Eubank, Dona Eubank, Jim Lemmon, Tim Lidster, Geoff
Pashkowski,.
GUESTS: Captain Brian Dudley, Chief Warrant Officer John Vitt, Sergeant Kelly
Anne Beck, John Ore, Rick Daly, and Julie Lemmon.
We missed you
BRAD, DENNIS, RON, BRIAN, KENT,
ANITA, GREG, LINDA, and LYNSIE.
Captain Brian Dudley
food boxes. Donna made the motion that the club put in the $301. Three members each donated $100 towards the
$500. The money will go to towards food boxes. Manpower is needed December 18th to fill 200 boxes.
18) COPS FUNDRAISER: Larry Horton announced that the Phoenix Police Departments Citizens Offering Police Support
program (COPS) is selling Phoenix Suns tickets at a huge discount as a fundraiser.
19) PRESENTATION: Today’s presentation was provided by Operation Tribute to Freedom (OTF), a Headquarters
Department of the Army outreach program created to broaden the American public’s understanding of the
accomplishments and experiences of the men and women who have served or are currently serving in support of
Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom and/or Operation New Dawn. Soldiers who register with the
program have the opportunity to tell their stories of service to local community organizations through speaking
engagements and share their experiences during media interviews with hometown papers, television stations, radio
programs and bloggers. The may also be honored during military appreciation events.
Our speaker today was Captain Brian T. Dudley, 35, of Gilbert, Arizona, a fulltime Explosive Ordnance Disposal
(EOD) Officer with the Arizona Army National Guard. His unit, the 363rd Ordnance Company, is stationed in
Coolidge, AZ. He attended Chapman University in Orange, CA.
Captain Dudley is the Company Commander of a 25-Soldier Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company, with missions
in all three Middle East AOR’s (Areas Of Responsibility) - Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait/Qatar. He has served as the
primary EOD mission carrier for Army Central Command (ARCENT), has conducted Force Protection missions,
Special Operations assistance missions, and Embassy Protection missions.
During his ten-years of service to his country, Captain Dudley has received a Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal,
Army Achievement Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq
Campaign Medal with 2 Service Stars, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism
Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device, and a Combat Action Badge.
When asked why he decided to answer the call to serve and what makes him proud to be a Soldier, Captain Dudley
responded, “I entered the service out of a desire to give back to my community and my country and I have a family
history of that kind of service, both in and out of the military.”
“I put the uniform on every day for two reasons – the first is a firm belief that I AM giving back to my country by
being there for my Soldiers. The other is that my son and daughter see me put the uniform on every day, and they are
learning what it means.”
”My continued commitment to the military is possible ONLY due to my wife’s continued support of my career.
Without her, there is none of this! I
have been blessed with a family and
great friends that continue to support
us in all of our endeavors.”
Captain Dudley praised the Coolidge,
Arizona Elks Lodge as one of the best
community organizations out there!
“They reached out to my unit and its
families before, during and after our
deployment and I can’t thank them or
sing there praises enough!”
20) President Corey adjourned the
meeting at 8:25 AM.
(Above) Captain Dudley and Jack Buckles
The copy of Captain Dudley’s presentation did
not arrive in time to be included in this issue.
As soon as it arrives, we will publish it.
Any clubs or organizations wishing to have an
OTF speaker like Captain Dudley present to
their group should contact
Sgt. Ed Balaban at
Photos by Rio Candid Pictures from
Today’s Meeting
(Above) Judge John Ore and Ben Eubank
(Left) Chief Vitt operates the projector
(Below & left) Captain Dudley and Jack Buckles
(Above) Bobbi de Haan and Larry Horton
(Left) Captain Dudley
(Bottom left) Julie and Jim Lemmon
(Below) Jack Buckles and Captain Dudley
(Above) Chief Projectionist John Vitt operates the audio-video equipment for Captain Dudley as Tim
Lidster and Ben Eubank watch. Now we know what a Chief Warrant Officer does!
(Top) Chief Warrant Officer John Vitt visits with Geoff Pashkowski
(Above) Rick Daly, Sandi Daly, and Dona Eubank
(Below) Dona Eubank, Tim Lidster, and Ben Eubank listen to Captain Dudley’s presentation
The Department of Defense announced that 37-year-old Army
Sgt. First Class Todd M. Harris from Tucson died Nov. 3 from
wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit in Badghis
province, Afghanistan with small arms fire.
Harris was assigned to the 87th Infantry Battalion, 1st Brigade
Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, N.Y.
The Army says Harris deployed in support of Operation Enduring
Freedom in March 2010.
Harris is survived by his wife, his mother and father, and two
children, a 7-year-old son and a 15-year-old daughter.
A former Sahuaro High School student, he was a standout football
player in high school, where he played running back and
cornerback for Sahuaro in the early 1990s.
Harris was on his fourth tour of duty. He had
previously been deployed to Afghanistan in 2002, Iraq
in 2003 and 2006 and Suriname in 2008.
Harris is the 47th member of the military with
Southern Arizona ties to die in the wars in
Afghanistan and Iraq.
Harris’s awards and decorations include: Five Army
Commendation Medals, Four Army Achievement
Medals, Five Army Good Conduct Medals, National
Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign
Medal, NATO Medal, Global War on Terrorism
Service Medal, Two Noncommissioned Officers
Professional Development Ribbons, Army Service
Ribbon, Special Forces Tab, Combat Infantryman
Badge, Expert Infantryman Badge, Parachutist Badge,
and Air Assault Badge.
The Department of Defense has confirmed that
Tucson soldier Todd Harris died from an insurgent
attack in Afghanistan.
"You always fear the worst, and this is the worst," said
god sister Denisha Wade. Trying to hold back her
tears, Wade said she still can't believe her god brother
is gone. "I couldn't believe it; I collapsed and just
broke down," said Wade.
In Memoriam
Sgt. First Class Todd M. Harris
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The US Department of Defense reported the line of duty death of Lance
Corporal Matthew J. Broehm, 22, of Williams. Lance Corporal Broehm
was killed on November 4th while conducting combat operations in
Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was part of the 3rd Battalion, 5th
Regiment, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. The
battalion has been assigned to the Sangin-Kajaki section of Helmand
province in southern Afghanistan, long a Taliban stronghold.
Lance Cpl. Matthew J. Broehm and Lance Cpl. Brandon W. Pearson of
Arvada, CO were providing security at an outpost in Southern Helmand
Province, Afghanistan when someone started shooting at them. Witnesses
say a member of the Afghan National Army (ANA) was the person who
pulled the trigger. Broehm and Pearson were killed in Thursday’s attack.
This was their first combat deployment.
Hours before Broehm’s death was announced, Marine Commandant Gen.
James Amos had likened the Sangin-Kajaki battle to those in Ramadi and
Fallouja in Iraq, where Marines encountered some of the bloodiest
fighting of the Iraq war. Both regions are enemy strongholds, he said.
"That's the fight we're in right now," Amos told reporters.
Celebration of Life services for Lance Cpl. Matthew J. Broehm, 22, of
Williams, have been scheduled for Nov. 20. According to information
from the family supplied to Norvel Owens Mortuary, a potluck
celebration will be at 4 p.m. on Nov. 20 at the First Baptist Church of Williams, 629 W. Grant Ave.
Family and friends are asked to bring their favorite food and memories to share. Lance Cpl. Broehm, who had been in the
U.S. Marine Corps for three years, will be receiving full honors during the Celebration of Life. The family wants to
mourn his passing, but celebrate his life.
Williams resident Jim Lang said his stepson, Lance Cpl. Brian Pawlicki, 20, enlisted with Lance Cpl. Broehm at the same
time on the Marine Corps "buddy plan." The two were supposed to go through training together; however, Broehm ended
up going to boot camp before Pawlicki. Broehm arrived in Afghanistan before Pawlicki.
He added that his stepson was in Afghanistan a short time when his friend was killed.
The two men have known each other for years, Lang said. Broehm was best man at Pawlicki's wedding. They decided to
serve their country together and only the Marines would do.
Lang remembered Broehm as a young man who was a youth leader
at the First Baptist Church, a musician and a martial arts teacher.
"He was just a fantastic young man," Lang said. "He was your
typical good Christian kid -- always brought a smile to people's
faces."
"He was devoted to God and his country," the family stated in
information to the mortuary. “His biggest dream was to become a
youth pastor."
Lance Corporal Broehm was married just prior to his deployment.
He leaves behind his wife, Lianna, father, mother, sister and two
brothers, all of Williams. He attended Williams High School.
In Memoriam
LCpl. Matthew J. Broehm
The Department of Defense said 21-year-old Lance Cpl.
Randy R. Braggs of Sierra Vista died Saturday while
conducting combat operations in Helmand province,
Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine
Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force.
Braggs was stationed out of Camp Pendleton, California and
was a graduate of Buena High School in 2008.
Many of the students at Buena High School are too young to
have known Braggs but most mourned his loss anyway.
Neighbors who knew him said he was just an all around great
guy; greatness that has total strangers organizing across the
state to help bring him home.
Dan Ferguson is the Director of the Arizona VFW Riders. He
said, "We've already notified riders from across the state and
all of the organizations to stand by for an escort. People are
talking to their bosses or getting ready to take scheduled or
unscheduled time off in order to participate in this final escort
process."
And he said the response has been same from nearly everyone;
two words when and where.
Ferguson said, "Less than 1% of today's youth join the
military. Those that join know they're going to war. They
know there is a good chance they will die for this country. It is
the least we can do to show honor and respect for him and for
what he has done for us."
In his last Facebook post Braggs wrote, "I'm gone in less than
9 hours all I have to say is I love all of you just be safe and
take care of each other and hope to talk to yall soon...."
Lance Corporal Bragg’s step brother said that he and the rest
of the family weren't quite ready to speak just yet, but they
have plenty of amazing things to say about Randy whenever
they're ready. The step brother added for now they're just
trying to stay strong.
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said, "Lance
Corporal Randy Braggs devoted his life to serving our country
with courage, pride and honor. He answered a noble calling for
which he deserves our deepest gratitude. On behalf of all
Californians, Maria and I extend our thoughts and prayers to
Randy’s family, friends and fellow Marines during their time
of mourning."
In Memoriam
LCpl. Randy R. Braggs
The Department of Defense reported Sgt. Aaron B. Cruttenden,
25, of Mesa, died Sunday while carrying out Operation Enduring
Freedom in Afghanistan when insurgents attacked his unit in the
Kunar Province.
According to the U.S. Department of Defense, Sgt. Cruttenden
was assigned to the 27th Engineer Battalion of the 18th Airborne
Corps based at Fort Bragg, N.C.
Cruttenden is the fourth Arizona serviceman to die in Afghanistan
in the past week.
He served in the 27th Engineer Battalion of the XVIII Airborne
Corps.
"They were deep in enemy territory, got out of their vehicle and
into an ambush," said Cruttenden's stepfather David White. "He
was killed instantly."
White raised the Army Sgt. like his own son. Then Sunday the
Mesa father learned the devastating news.
"Unreal, like getting hitting with a brick," he said. "He was
supposed to be home around Christmas."
Cruttenden's uncle Allen Quick called the death of his nephew tragic.
"All it takes is one second and your loved one is gone," Quick said.
The Army Sergeant's family says this was supposed to be his last push through enemy territory.
His job was to find IEDs and destroy them ahead of the troops.
Ironically, White said he had warned his
son about that scenario.
"I remember telling him, 'Just don't get
out of that truck,'" White said. "Whatever
you do don't get out that truck and he
said, 'I'll follow my heart, whatever is
best I'll do.'"
Cruttenden's large extended family in
Arizona and Colorado take pride in the
fact he was serving his country, a job he
signed up for two years ago so he could
provide for his 3-year-old daughter.
"He wanted something stable to take care
of his daughter, said Quick.
"He went and got his GED and joined the
military so he could get an education and
take care of his daughter," White said.
The family said they never thought
Cruttenden would pay the ultimate price.
In Memoriam
Sgt. Aaron B. Cruttenden
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Making a Difference...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
REGISTRATION: $300 if you register prior to December 15th. ~
$340 if you register before March 31st. ~ $380 if you register after that.
December 11, 2010
HISTORY OF VETERANS DAY
The Great War & Armistice Day
Though the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, November 11
remained in the public imagination as the date that marked the end of the Great
War. In November 1918, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed
November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. The day's
observation included parades and public gatherings, as well as a brief pause in
business activities at 11 a.m. On November 11, 1921, an unidentified American
soldier killed in the war was buried at Arlington National Cemetery in
Washington, D.C.; the U.S. Congress had declared the day a legal federal
holiday in honor of all those who participated in the war. On the same day,
unidentified soldiers were laid to rest at Westminster Abbey in London and at
the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
On June 4, 1926, Congress passed a resolution that the "recurring anniversary
of [November 11, 1918] should be commemorated with thanksgiving and
prayer and exercises designed to perpetuate peace through good will and
mutual understanding between nations" and that the president should issue an
annual proclamation calling for the observance of Armistice Day. By that time,
27 state legislatures had made November 11 a legal holiday. An act approved
May 13, 1938 made November 11 a legal Federal holiday, "dedicated to the
cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as 'Armistice
Day.'" In actuality, there are no U.S. national holidays because the states retain
the right to designate their own, and the government can only designate
holidays for federal employees and for the District of Columbia. In practice,
however, states almost always follow the federal lead.
From Armistice Day to Veterans Day
The American effort during World War II (1941-1945) saw the greatest
mobilization of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force in the nation's
history (more than 16 million people); some 5.7 million more served in the
Korean War (1950 to 1953). In 1954, after lobbying efforts by veterans’
service organizations, the 83rd U.S. Congress amended the 1938 act that had
made Armistice Day a holiday, striking the word "Armistice" in favor of
"Veterans." President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the legislation on June 1,
1954. From then on, November 11 became a day to honor American veterans
of all wars.
The next development in the story of Veterans Day unfolded in 1968, when
Congress passed the Uniform Holidays Bill, which sought to ensure three-day
weekends for federal employees--and encourage tourism and travel--by
celebrating four national holidays (Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day,
Veterans Day and Columbus Day) on Mondays.
The observation of Veterans Day was set as the fourth Monday in October. The
first Veterans Day under the new law was Monday, October 25, 1971;
confusion ensued, as many states disapproved of this change, and continued to
observe the holiday on its original date. In 1975, after it became evident that
the actual date of Veterans Day carried historical and patriotic significance to
many Americans, President Gerald R. Ford signed a new law returning the
observation of Veterans Day to November 11th beginning in 1978. If
November 11 falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the federal government observes
the holiday on the previous Friday or following Monday, respectively.
Celebrating Veterans Day around the World
Britain, France, Australia and Canada also commemorate the veterans of World
Wars I and II on or near November 11th: Canada has Remembrance Day, while
Britain has Remembrance Sunday (the second Sunday of November). In
Europe, Britain and the Commonwealth countries it is common to observe two
minutes of silence at 11 a.m. every November 11.
In the United States, an official wreath-laying ceremony is held each Veterans
Day at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery, while
parades and other celebrations are held in states around the country. Veterans
Day is not to be confused with Memorial Day--a common misunderstanding,
according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Memorial Day (the
fourth Monday in May) honors American servicemembers who died in service
to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle, while Veterans
Day pays tribute to all American veterans--living or dead--but especially gives
thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or
peacetime
Veterans Day Facts
In 1954, President Eisenhower officially changed the name of the holiday from
Armistice Day to Veterans Day.
In 1968, the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed by Congress, which moved the
celebration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. The law went
into effect in 1971, but in 1975 President Ford returned Veterans Day to
November 11, due to the important historical significance of the date.
Britain, France, Australia and Canada also commemorate the veterans of World
Wars I and II on or near November 11th: Canada has Remembrance Day, while
Britain has Remembrance Sunday (the second Sunday of November). In
Europe, Britain and the Commonwealth countries it is common to observe two
minutes of silence at 11 a.m. every November 11.
Veterans Facts
The brave men and women who serve and protect the U.S. come from all walks
of life; they are parents, children and grandparents. They are friends, neighbors
and coworkers, and an important part of their communities. Here are some
facts about the current veteran population of the United States.
9.2 million veterans are over the age of 65.
1.9 million veterans are under the age of 35.
1.8 million veterans are women.
7.8 million veterans served during the Vietnam War era (1964-1975), which
represents 33% of all living veterans.
5.2 million veterans served during the Gulf War (representing service from
Aug. 2, 1990, to present).
2.6 million veterans served during World War II (1941-1945).
2.8 million veterans served during the Korean War (1950-1953).
6 million veterans served in peacetime.
As of 2008, 2.9 million veterans received compensation for service-connected
disabilities.
5 states have more than 1 million veterans in among their population:
California (2.1 million), Florida (1.7 million), Texas (1.7 million), New York
(1 million) and Pennsylvania (1 million).
The VA health care system had 54 hospitals in 1930, since then it has expanded
to include 171 medical centers; more than 350 outpatient, community, and
outreach clinics; 126 nursing home care units; and 35 live-in care facilities for
injured or disabled vets.
We just received this request for help from
a Rotaract Club in Nepal, District 3292
Elections and Novel Writing!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Thanks to everyone who has sent me emails encouraging me regarding
my blog. I really appreciate your support! Well, what have I been up
to?
November is National Novel Writing Month, and I'm all signed up on
www.nanowrimo.org's website to participate in the Middle East
Region. It has proven a great way to meet other students and expats
living in the Middle East who share a passion for reading and writing.
Since the University of Jordan Language Center's Petra trip is already
full this weekend I'll have more time to devote to my novel and even
attend a local write-in. A write-in is where other wrimo's (novelists)
meet and write together. The goal of nanowrimo is to write 50,000
words in 30 days! Luckily Eid al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice) is in
November and I've been told the University will be closed for several
days. This will buy me more time to catch up on my word count
inshallah (God Willing).
Today was mid-term elections in the US and in my Negotiations class
we went to a presentation given by the US Embassy Jordan Cultural
attaché. Many people in the audience wanted to see more US
involvement in the Middle East particularly peace talks with Israel and
Palestine. Also they asked questions about American's opinion on
Obama, treatment of Arab Americans, and if these mid-term elections
will effect US foreign policy. The speaker said right now the average
American is mainly concerned with the economy. Even the major
environmental disaster like the BP oil spill or environmental policy didn't make it in the debates or candidate platforms
even though the oil spill was the worst man made disaster in US history. Next week, November 9th Jordan will have their
Parliamentary elections. I was listening to my fellow Jordanians discussing if they were going to vote or not. Apparently
many of them are not satisfied with any candidate and don't want to vote though as the professor pointed out it was their
duty.
It was Halloween recently and my roommate and I carved pumpkins together. It's also starting to get chilly at night, right
now it is 55 degrees Fahrenheit!
OUR AMBASSADORIAL SCHOLAR
Laura’s roommate, Megan, carves her pumpkin.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
TEMPE RIO SALADO ROTARY CLUB’S
PICTURE OF THE WEEK
Kent Hendricks
V O T E Justin Randall, our 2009-2010 Ambassadorial Scholar (Madrid,
Spain), has offered to shave off his legendary beard for charity.
You can participate and determine whether
the goatee stays or goes - vote for your preference...
Should it be SAVED or SHAVED?
It costs 3 Euros ($4.15US) per vote.
Send payment to paypal account [email protected]
Then email your vote(s) to
Katherine Walker ([email protected])
or Deepti Bansal ([email protected]).
NOTE: Narayan is a Facebook
friend of Rio Macaw. Besides
being an active Rotarian, he is
also a wilderness guide in Nepal.
Hi, Everyone,
I am proud to announce that I’m now part of the Arizona Search and Rescue Task
Force 1 (AZ-TF1)! This is probably the most outrageous (“highly unusual or
unconventional”) thing I’ve ever done and it’s pretty exciting. The project
partners are the Phoenix Police Missing Persons Bureau (where I volunteer),
Phoenix Neighborhood Patrol, CERT (Community Emergency Response Team),
COPS (Citizens Offering Police Support, my volunteer organization), Phoenix
Fire K-9, and the Phoenix Fire Cadets. Participants will attend extensive training,
including GPS Land Navigation/Ground Search, Crime Scene Preservation and
Safety, Crisis Intervention, Blood Borne Pathogens, CPR/AED, First Aid and
others. I won’t be out doing the on-the-ground searches but will be involved on
scene with the Global Information System, or Mapping function, which monitors
and tracks the search areas.
Stay tuned…
Bobbi
Welcome to our club and thank you for your
friendship. Greetings from Salemi in Sicily!
Hi! Thank you for
accepting my invite! and I
thank the willingness of
fellow, I am a Rotarian
from RC Santos Beach -
the city of Santos - Brazil
Big hug to all Rotarians of
RC Rio Macaw
Claudio Loureiro
RC of Rio Macaw, Thanks
for accepting our invitation
as added friend of your club.
Lamberto Castillo RC Subic Bay FPZ,
Philippines.
Dear Bobbi and Patrick,
As I have talked to Patrick about the Health Camp which will
be organized by my past Rotaract Club this coming
December. Could you please highlight it in your News letter
and circulate it.
We will be grateful as it will be helpful in our endeavors for
the health of people in this remote part of Nepal.
Regards,
RTN.Narayan Kishna Kharel
Club Service Director
Rotary Club of Kathmandu
Past President
Rotaract club of Pashuati-Ktm
RI Dist 3292
SEE PAGE 22
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]
SUPPORT LYNSIE’S KIDS!
“SAVE OUR CAMP” PROJECT 2010/2011
HELP THE LIONS SAVE CAMP TATIYEE
Rotary Foundation Dinner Celebration
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
56. 100 PERCENT ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance is essential to a strong and active Rotary club. The emphasis on attendance is traced back to 1922
when Rotary International announced a worldwide attendance contest which motivated thousands of Rotarians to achieve
a 100 percent attendance year after year. Many Rotarians take great pride in maintaining their 100 percent record in their
own club or by making-up at other Rotary club meetings.
Although the bylaws of Rotary require members to attend only 60 percent of all meetings, the custom has emerged that
100 percent is the desirable level. Rotary stresses regular attendance because each member represents his own business or
profession and thus the absence of any member deprives the club of the values of its diversified membership and the
personal fellowship of each member.
From time to time, proposals have been made to give attendance credit to Rotarians who are on jury duty, serving in the
community, attending a trade convention, on vacation in remote areas, on shipboard or unable to attend because of ill
health or other special reasons. None of these exceptions has been adopted. The policy is very clear-a Rotarian is not
given attendance credit if he does not attend a meeting.
There are a few circumstances where attendance credit is awarded when a Rotarian participates in an alternate type of
Rotary event. If a Rotarian is requested to attend an Interact or Rotaract meeting, attendance credit may be allowed. When
a member attends a Rotary district conference, district assembly, international convention, Council on Legislation, a
meeting of an international committee, an inter-city meeting and a few other specially designated events, attendance may
be credited. A Rotarian actively participating in a district-sponsored service project in a remote area where it is impossible
to make-up may also receive attendance credit.
57. CAMPAIGNING PROHIBITED
One of the interesting bylaws of Rotary International provides that "no Rotarian shall campaign, canvass or electioneer for
elective position in Rotary International." This provision includes the office of district governor, Rotary International
director, RI president and various elected committees. The Rotary policy prohibits the circulation of brochures, literature
or letters by a candidate or by anyone on behalf of such a candidate.
After a Rotarian has indicated his intention to be a candidate for one of the elective Rotary offices, he must refrain from
speaking engagements, appearances or publicity which could reasonably be construed as furthering his candidacy. The
only information which may be sent to clubs relating to candidates for an elective position is that officially distributed by
the general secretary of RI.
A Rotarian who becomes a candidate for an elective position, such as district governor or RI director, must avoid any
action which would be interpreted as giving him an unfair advantage over other candidates. Failure to comply with these
provisions prohibiting campaigning could result in the disqualification of the candidate.
In Rotary it is believed that a Rotarian's record of service and qualifications for office stand on their own and do not
require publicity or special promotion.
58. STILL MORE ROTARY FIRSTS
1964-65 was the first year when The Rotary Foundation received total contributions of a million dollars in a single
year. Today more than $45 million is given annually. Contributions since 1917 total more than $750 million.
Rotary's first appeal for aid to disaster victims was in 1913 when $25,000 was given for flood relief in Ohio and
Indiana.
Rotary's motto, "He Profits Most Who Serves Best," was first expressed at Rotary's very first Convention in Chicago
in 1910.
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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!
Guardian Angels for Soldier’s Pet incorporated in the state of Arkansas on January 28, 2005 after founders,
Linda Spurlin-Dominik and Carol Olmedo learned that military service members across the country had pets that needed a
caring, loving, and safe home to care for them during the pet owner’s deployment to fight the global war on terrorism
(combat and peace keeping missions), but had not been able to find someone to care for them. This left the deploying
active duty military pet owner with only one option, which was to relinquish their beloved pets and pet ownership rights
to an animal shelter or rescue group never to see their pets again, know if they got a new good home, or ended up being
euthanized.
They are an all volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit Federal Tax Exempt public charity supporting our military service members,
veterans, and their beloved pets through our programs aimed at reuniting pet(s) and owner(s) following deployment or an
emergency hardship.
Mission Statement
Supporting our Military, Veterans, and their beloved Pets to ensure the pets are reunited with their owners following a
deployment (combat or peace-keeping mission) in harm's way to fight the global war on terrorism or unforeseen
emergency hardship impacting their ability to retain their pet's ownership rights.
Objectives
1. Establish a network of foster families providing a loving and healthy home
environment for the pet(s) until they can be reunited with their owner throughout
the United States.
2. Establish National and State level volunteer management teams to promote
the organization, per programs, recruit/interview potential foster homes,
recruit/interview volunteers.
3. Establish and maintain the first Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet "Military,
Veterans, and Pet" (MVP) Sanctuary in Texas to further ensure there is a caring,
loving, and safe home-like environment for these pets when individual foster
homes are not available.
4. Establish a network of news media contacts to keep the public informed about
our organization and our progress in accomplishing our mission.
5. Establish communication with the appropriate government agencies to ensure
compliance with all regulations (federal, state, and local).
6. Establish a network with various military locations, Family Readiness Groups (FRGs), military based
veterinarians, volunteer pet transport groups, other military support organizations, and animal care facilities (humane
societies, animal shelters, and rescue groups).
The Programs
Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet has three primary programs to provide assistance to military members, veterans, and
their beloved pets.
Foster Home Program
This program is designed to provide an alternative to the unwanted surrender of beloved pets of our deploying
military service members. We do this by recruiting and qualifying volunteer foster homes who are willing to open
their homes to provide a loving and safe environment for these pets until they can be reunited upon their owners'
return. Beyond preparing for veterinary care and basic food/supply needs, this service is provided at "no cost" to
the military service member.
Bobbi de Haan’s Born to be Wild
Celebrating the Care and Husbandry of Exotic and Endangered Wildlife
When a foster home needed request is made, we work with the military service member to match their pet(s) with
an appropriate foster home. We facilitate the foster home placement using our Foster Home Agreement - a written
agreement that outlines the terms of the relationship and protects the interests of all parties involved.
Our affiliated Chapters and state specific Volunteer Directors/Foster Home Coordinators provide further
assistance by attending pet introduction visits, placement visit, and homecoming meeting. During the foster term,
where resources are available all efforts are made to remain in contact with the foster home to ensure the pet
remains in a loving and safe environment, plus work with foster home caregivers in regards to any issues or
concerns that may arise.
Where resources permit, short term foster (up to 9 months) is also available for pets of active military, military
family with a deployed spouse, and veterans experiencing a qualifying emergency hardship. Currently these type
of foster home requests are handled on a case-by-case basis.
If you are experiencing (or anticipating) an emergency hardship, please contact us for personal and confidential
consideration.
Military Pet Assistance
This program was designed to financially assist with pet related costs involving those pets fostered via our Foster
Home program. Pet related costs can include such expenses as pet transport, additional pet training, and
emergency pet boarding where we need to move a pet to a different foster
home during the foster time.
Where funds are available provide assistance to military service members,
military families with a deployed spouse, and veterans in an emergency
hardship. Each emergency hardship is handled on a case-by-case basis.
Military & Veterans Pet (MVP) Sanctuary
In January 2007 the Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet Board of Directors
approved the following plan to be known as the “MVP Sanctuary Project”.
Development of a special place for the pets of military service
members deploying where the organization does not have an
approved foster home available.
Expand the organization's ability to help our veterans with their
pets in an emergency or hardship situations.
Establish a physical location to accomplish the "day-to-day"
operations of Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet (central
organization) and the Arkansas MVP Sanctuary.
Establish MVP Sanctuaries in other states, modeled after the first
MVP Sanctuary located in Arkansas.
The MVP Sanctuary will allow the Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet
organization to:
Provide a caring, loving, and safe temporary home-like
environment where initially a Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet
approved individual foster home is not available to care for the
pet/pets to meet the pet owner's time line.
Better ensure the pet is waiting for their owner's safe return from
the deployment.
Expand our program and service to our veterans who need a
temporary home for their pet in emergency hardship type situations.
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KIDS SAY THE FUNNIEST THINGS
1. Jack was watching his Mom breast feeding his new baby sister. After a while he asked: "Mom
why have you got two? Is one for hot and one for cold milk?"
2. Melanie asked her Granny how old she was. Granny replied she was so old she didn't
remember any more. Said Melanie, "If you don't remember you must look in the back of your
panties. Mine say five to six."
3. Steven hugged and kissed his Mom goodnight. "I love you so much, that when you die I'm going
to bury you outside my bedroom window."
4. Brittany had an earache and wanted a painkiller. She tried in vain to take the lid off the bottle.
Seeing her frustration, her Mom explained it was a childproof cap and she'd have to open it for her.
Eyes wide with wonder, the little girl asked: "How does it know it's me?"
5. Susan was drinking juice when she got the hiccups. "Please don't give me this juice again," she
said, "It makes my teeth cough."
6. Danni stepped onto the bathroom scale and asked: "How much do I cost?"
7. Tammy was with her mother when they met an elderly, rather wrinkled woman her Mom
knew. Tammy looked at her for a while and then asked, "Why doesn't your skin fit your face?"
8. Mark was engrossed in a young couple who were hugging and kissing in a restaurant. Without taking his eyes off them,
he asked his dad: "Why is he whispering in her mouth?"
9. Clinton was in his bedroom looking worried. When his Mom asked what was troubling him, he replied, "I don't know
what'll happen with this bed when I get married. How will my wife fit in?"
10. James was listening to a Bible story. His dad read: "The man named Lot was warned to take his wife and flee out of
the city but his wife looked back and was turned to salt." Concerned, James asked: "What happened to the flea?"
11. Chuck, 6, was asked what the best part of first grade was.
"Recess!" he exclaimed.
"And the worst part?"
"Missing recess!" his cousin Paul, 8, chimed in.
12. A second grader was asked to read aloud the word k-n-e-w.
"Canoe," he said.
13. "Let's begin reading," Phyllis said to the second-grader she was helping. "Will you turn to the story?"
"What channel?" the boy asked.
14. A second-grade boy came up to Sally in the school cafeteria. "Mrs. Stolz," he said, "I dreamed about you last night."
"You did?" Sally said with surprise. "What was the dream about?"
"I can't tell you," he said.
"You can't?" Sally said. "Was I yelling at you?"
"No," he said in a whisper. "You didn't have any clothes on!"
Funny Stories, Bad Jokes, Bumper Stickers, etc.
JACK BUCKLES’ TEARS OF JOY
James Greene’s Timmy the Squirrel
Memorial Bizarre Pictures of Cute Little Animals
RIO MACAW’S
FACEBOOK PAGE
Rio now has 1,384 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
Congratulations to
LARRY HORTON Selected for the March 2011
Australia GSE Team!
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.
Indicates that this
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
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