Las Vegas Rotary Club Weekly Speaker

THE WHEEL FOR FEBRUARY 20, 2020 LISTEN TO PAST PRESIDENT’S REVIEW THE WHEEL [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/the-wheel-02202020-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1368&ssl=1]Download [https://www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/the-wheel-02202020.pdf] PAST PRESIDENTS’ REVIEW CATY CROCKETT 1995-1996 TOM A. THOMAS 1999-2000 JAMES E. HUNT 2001-2002 BROCK FRASER 2006-2007 RANDY CAMPANALE 2007-2008 RUSS SWAIN 2008-2009 KAREN WHISENHUNT 2009-2010 SHARON MCNAIR 2011-2012 RANDY DONALD 2012-2013 STEVE LINDER 2014-2015 MICHAEL GORDON 2017-2018 JAMES KOHL 2018-2019 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Rotarians, I am quoting from History.com “Presidents Day is an American holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February; Presidents Day 2020 occurs on Monday, February 17. Originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, the holiday became popularly known as Presidents Day after it was moved as part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the nation’s workers. While several states still have individual holidays honoring the birthdays of Washington, Abraham Lincoln and other figures, Presidents Day is now popularly viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents, past and present.” Yes, while we celebrate all US Presidents on this day, I remember when the nation and my home state celebrated both Presidents Washington and Lincoln separately. The story of President’s Day date begins in 1800. Following the death of George Washington in 1799, his February 22 [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/presidents-day.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1]birthday became a perennial day of remembrance. At the time of his death, Washington was the most important individual in American history. To further commemorate our Nation’s first President, the building of the Washington Monument in 1848 and the centennial of his birth in 1882, were national celebrations. Our nation’s 16th President, Abraham Lincoln is widely celebrated by the States. Guiding our fractured nation during our most difficult time, the Civil War, President Lincoln freed the Southern slaves and saved the Union. Washington and Lincoln still remain the two most recognized leaders, but Presidents Day is now popularly seen as a day to recognize the lives and achievements of all of America’s chief executives. Some lawmakers have objected to this view, arguing that grouping George Washington and Abraham Lincoln together with less successful presidents minimizes their legacies. Politicians arguing? No, can’t be! In its modern form, Presidents Day is used by many patriotic and historical groups as a date for staging celebrations, reenactments and other events. A number of states also require that their public schools spend the days leading up to Presidents Day teaching students about the accomplishments of the presidents, often with a focus on the lives of Washington and Lincoln. I and I guess many of you are very happy to know this piece of information. Here is a bit of trivia about President’s Day: Did you know? President’s Day never falls on the actual birthday of any American president. Four chief executives, George Washington, William Henry Harrison, Abraham Lincoln and Ronald Reagan, were born in February, but their birthdays all come either too early or late to coincide with Presidents Day, which is always celebrated on the third Monday of the month. Well, three-day weekends are always welcome as the passage of the Uniform Holiday Act in 1968 gave us this and several others throughout the calendar year. Only Independence Day, July 4th and Veteran’s Day, November 11th remain on the actual day. We are today, celebrating the Past Presidents of the Las Vegas Rotary Club. Please be ready to be amazed at what has been accomplished over the many years of the Greatest Rotary Club in The World! Jackie Thornhill President Las Vegas Rotary ClubMEMBER HIGHLIGHTS Ted McAdam started our meeting with the invocation. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ted-mcadam-started-.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ted-mcadam-started-.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Ted McAdam started our meeting with the invocation. President Jackie presented our speaker Kimberly Mull with our Share What You Can Award. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-pr-2.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-pr-2.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]President Jackie presented our speaker Kimberly Mull with our Share What You Can Award. President Jackie and Melanie presented PHF recognition to Jaime Goldsmith +3 and PP Russ Swain +8. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-an.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-an.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]President Jackie and Melanie presented PHF recognition to Jaime Goldsmith +3 and PP Russ Swain +8. President Jackie, Toni Kern and Janet Lencke congratulated Dan Adamson on winning our raffle. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-t.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-t.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]President Jackie, Toni Kern and Janet Lencke congratulated Dan Adamson on winning our raffle. PP Mary Ann Avnet and her husband Steve visited from New Jersey. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-mary-ann-avnet-a.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-mary-ann-avnet-a.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]PP Mary Ann Avnet and her husband Steve visited from New Jersey. PP Kathy Dalvey and her son Max joined for lunch. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-kathy-dalvey-and.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-kathy-dalvey-and.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]PP Kathy Dalvey and her son Max joined for lunch. PP Karen Whisenhunt and Max announced the soccer match dates. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-karen-whisenhunt.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-karen-whisenhunt.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]PP Karen Whisenhunt and Max announced the soccer match dates. PP Jim Hunt and Sergeant At Arms Deb Granda discussed the next cigar social. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-jim-hunt-and-ser.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-jim-hunt-and-ser.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]PP Jim Hunt and Sergeant At Arms Deb Granda discussed the next cigar social. Melanie Muldowney our Rotary Foundation Director presented Paul Harris Fellowships to our past member Bob Barnard’s wife Yoko and son Larry. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/melanie-muldowney-o.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/melanie-muldowney-o.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Melanie Muldowney our Rotary Foundation Director presented Paul Harris Fellowships to our past member Bob Barnard’s wife Yoko and son Larry. Marie Walsh gave us the breakfast with books update. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/marie-walsh-gave-us.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/marie-walsh-gave-us.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Marie Walsh gave us the breakfast with books update. Jerry Engel and his Valentine Diane led us with a Love song. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/jerry-engel-and-his.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/jerry-engel-and-his.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Jerry Engel and his Valentine Diane led us with a Love song. Bill Stieren missed the Joker with a 2 of diamonds. The pot grows on. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bill-stieren-missed.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bill-stieren-missed.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Bill Stieren missed the Joker with a 2 of diamonds. The pot grows on. Barbara Billitzer won the Lawry's bucks. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/barbara-billitzer-w.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/barbara-billitzer-w.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Barbara Billitzer won the Lawry’s bucks. At President Jackie’s head table were Carey Grohs, her husband Chuck and our speaker Kimberly Mull. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/at-president-jackie-2.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/at-president-jackie-2.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]At President Jackie’s head table were Carey Grohs, her husband Chuck and our speaker Kimberly Mull. SCRIBE – FEBRUARY 13, 2020 February 13, 2020 * President Jackie Thornhill called the meeting to order. * Ted McAdam gave the invocation. * Jerry Engel led the club in singing “To My Valentine”, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. * Deb Granda was the Sergeant-At-Arms. * We had 0 visiting International Rotarians, 4 visiting Rotarians and 19 Guests of Rotarians were introduced. * The weekly drawing began at ­­­­­­­­­$4573 plus this week’s donations. The ticket winner was Bill Stieren who doubled his money. Barbara Billitzer won the Lawry’s Bucks. * President Jackie Thornhill announcements/reminders: * International Convention held in Hawaii in June 6-10 an is filling up quickly * District Conference is in in Pasadena. Registration is open. They are celebrating their 100th * People of Action Campaign is ongoing. Please send photos to President Jackie. * Your quarterly and monthly contributions help fund programs keep our projects moving. Please consider donating to the permanent fund. * Remember to recycle Wheels and tickets. * Foundation Match active-club will match up to 500 points. * Please help Rose Falocco 25 Club Secretary by signing up in the green book for weekly duties. * Please keep the green book moving QR code helps you sign up online. * President Jackie Thornhill and Melanie Muldowney Presented the Barnard Family three Barnard Legacy Paul Harris’. Larry Barnard shared how much the LV Rotary meant to his family and his gratitude. We thanked the family for their $2000+ donation to the Las Vegas Rotary Foundation. * Melanie Muldowney Shared info on Foundation matching period. Great time to move up to the next Paul Harris level. Presented Paul Harris +8 to Russ Swain and +3 to Jaime Goldsmith. * Shannon Brown from Beckley ES invited us to Nevada Reading Week festivities look for an email to follow with details. Thanked the club for the career day support. Marie Walsh shared that the students read 410 Books this month. * Rosalee Hedrick New member orientation was held Feb 11th 6PM at Deb Granda’s home. Thanks to Deb for hosting. Great turnout with about 30 members attending to welcome 6 new members. * 25 Club President Carey Grohs 25 Club Social coming up on Feb 25th 6PM at the Neon Museum-Lights will be displayed beautifully. Tickets $40 with $10 supporting Destiny’s Rescue. Please sign up. 25 Club Members passed out roses to all the ladies in attendance. * Karen Whisenhunt Mayor’s Cup 10,000 children between 14-19 that attend. German players have arrived. Max Dalvey helped with German pronunciation of the team name and asked for support at Saturday’s games in James Regional Park. * Deb Granda ARC Blood Drive Feb 28th 10 AM-3:30 PM sign up in the green book or at redcrossblood.org code: Rotary donors receive $25 in Lawry’s Bucks. Still need a minimum of 6 more donors. * Past President Jim Hunt 21st Patrick’s Cigar Social Friday March 13th 6 PM bring 3 Cigars $10 goes to the Foundation. More details in The Wheel to follow. * Bill Houghton Director of Youth Advocacy for LV Rotary. Support needed for RYLA Weekend March 20-22 in CA hosting 15 students. Need 13 more facilitators for the weekend. Need interviewers as well. * Kathy Dalvey asked for participation in the upcoming District Conference May 1-3 at the Pasadena Westin. Pasadena Club is hosting and celebrating their 100th Room rates $169 and to purchase all the meals $240. * Janice Lencke Valentines basket raffle including 2 tickets to KA valued at $375 to Dan Adamson. * 25 Club President Carey Grohs presented our speaker Kimberly Mull of Kimberly Mull Advocacy and Consulting. A new member of the Las Vegas community and an example how you can take a life experience and use it to make a difference. As a child she suffered abuse and has powered through those experiences to achieve a career in advocating for victims of abuse and sex trafficking . Currently working to influence policy makers and legislation in creating victim focused policies. If you would like to connect with Kimberly find her online: kimberlymull.com President Jackie Thornhill presented our speaker with a “Share What You Can” award to benefit the local USO and then adjourned the meeting ← Previous Week [https://www.lasvegasrotary.com/the-wheel/the-wheel-for-february-13-2020/]Following Week → [https://www.lasvegasrotary.com/the-wheel/the-wheel-for-february-27-2020/]

THE WHEEL FOR FEBRUARY 13, 2020 LISTEN TO KIMBERLY MULL – ADVANCING RESPONSE TO VIOLENCE THE WHEEL [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/the-wheel-02132020-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1368&ssl=1]Download [https://www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/the-wheel-02132020.pdf] KIMBERLY MULL – ADVANCING RESPONSE TO VIOLENCE [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/kimberly-bio.jpg?resize=154%2C213&ssl=1]The victim of domestic child sex trafficking between the ages of 11 and 13, as well as domestic violence and multiple sexual assaults, Kimberly is a survivor turned advocate. She holds her Masters in Victim Services Management and utilizes her more than a decade of experience working with victims of violence against women, including over 400 sex trafficking victims, to influence policy makers and legislators in creating trauma informed victim focused policy. Kimberly founded KMAC after a trauma inducing employer led to her realization that not all non-profits or mission oriented organizations are actually supportive of survivors working in the anti-violence field. Seeing the need in the corporate world, she wanted to create a survivor owned company that understands the intersectionality of business and victimization, develop practical solutions for employers and employees, and help foster a greater understanding for everyone in the #MeToo era. MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Rotarians, Our club has made such an impact on our community and the world through our contributions to our local Las Vegas Rotary Foundation and the Rotary International Foundation. Today I wish to follow up on the ways our club can qualify for the 100% Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) banner. Melanie Muldowney presented this information last week. The details: By considering what I am writing about, we can qualify for the Presidential Citation as well as the banner mentioned. We have already met the requirement of $100 per capita, which means our club contributions to the Rotary International Foundation annual fund averages more than $100. Check that box ✔. The other requirement for the banner is that each club member contribute a minimum of $25 to the annual fund. This is where we are a little short. If you are giving to our local Foundation, thank you so much. If you are considering applying to receive you initial PHF or upgrade a level during our club match, this will qualify. If, you are not considering at this time, would you consider just giving $25 to the International Foundation? We are also about to achieve our yearly goal of contributions to the International Foundation. Another checkbox✔ for the Presidential Citation that your contributions will help achieve as well! Three goals achieved with a single contribution!! The many projects of our International Foundation are too numerous to list here. Please go to rotary.org and click on Foundation to know just how our money is being spent. Here is just a small sampling of how your contribution will help our International Foundation with its work. * For as little as 60 cents, a child can be protected from polio. * $50 can provide clean water to help fight waterborne illness. * $500 can launch an antibullying campaign and create a safe environment for children. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/foundation-grants-1.png?resize=323%2C322&ssl=1] Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects. Here is a breakdown of grants issued during fiscal year 2018 in the RI areas of focus. We can really use your help. Please consider making a $25 donation. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rotary-service-msg.png?resize=105%2C70&ssl=1] Jackie Thornhill President Las Vegas Rotary Club MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS Tina Bishop led us in song. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/tina-bishop-led-us-.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/tina-bishop-led-us-.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Tina Bishop led us in song. Sergeant at Arms Chase Carter posed with Rosalee Hedrick. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/sergeant-at-arms-ch.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/sergeant-at-arms-ch.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Sergeant at Arms Chase Carter posed with Rosalee Hedrick. Rosalee Hedrick brought us up to date on our membership drive and upcoming orientation. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rosalee-hedrick-bro.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rosalee-hedrick-bro.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Rosalee Hedrick brought us up to date on our membership drive and upcoming orientation. Renee Gamero announced our upcoming 25 Club social at the Neon Museum. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/renee-gamero-announ.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/renee-gamero-announ.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Renee Gamero announced our upcoming 25 Club social at the Neon Museum. President Jackie presented our speaker Theresa Bower with our Share What You Can Award. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-pr-1.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/president-jackie-pr-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]President Jackie presented our speaker Theresa Bower with our Share What You Can Award. PP Michael Gordon gave the invocation. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-michael-gordon-g.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-michael-gordon-g.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]PP Michael Gordon gave the invocation. PP Jim Tucker missed his chance at the Joker by pulling a 6 of Hearts. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-jim-tucker-misse.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/pp-jim-tucker-misse.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]PP Jim Tucker missed his chance at the Joker by pulling a 6 of Hearts. New member Janna Velasco won the Lawry's Bucks. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/new-member-janna-ve.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/new-member-janna-ve.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]New member Janna Velasco won the Lawry’s Bucks. Janice Lencke announced our annual fundraiser. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/janice-lencke-annou.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/janice-lencke-annou.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Janice Lencke announced our annual fundraiser. Carey Grohs announced the 25 Club project Destiny Rescue. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/carey-grohs-announc.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/carey-grohs-announc.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Carey Grohs announced the 25 Club project Destiny Rescue Birthday imposters were recognized by President Jackie with a contribution fine. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/birthday-imposters-.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/birthday-imposters-.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]Birthday imposters were recognized by President Jackie with a contribution fine. At President Jackie’s head table were her friend Brenda Brown, Dr Andy Kuniyuki and our speaker Theresa Bower. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/at-president-jackie-1.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/at-president-jackie-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]At President Jackie’s head table were her friend Brenda Brown, Dr Andy Kuniyuki and our speaker Theresa Bower. At our birthday table were Bob Werner, Murray visiting from Canada, and Pete Samuolis. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/at-our-birthday-tab.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/at-our-birthday-tab.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1]At our birthday table were Bob Werner, Murray visiting from Canada, and Pete Samuolis. A Group shot of the membership…..except the photographer. [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/a-group-shot-of-the.jpg?fit=400%2C113&ssl=1] [https://i0.wp.com/www.lasvegasrotary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/a-group-shot-of-the.jpg?fit=876%2C247&ssl=1]A Group shot of the membership…..except the photographer. SCRIBE – FEBRUARY 6, 2020 * President Jackie Thornhill called the meeting to order. * PP Michael Gordon gave the invocation. * Tina Bishop led the club in singing “You’re a Grand Ole Flag”, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. * Chase Carter was the Sergeant-At-Arms. * We had 1 visiting International Rotarian, 5 visiting Rotarians and 4 Guests of Rotarians were introduced. * The weekly drawing began at ­­­­­­­­­$4367 plus this week’s donations. The ticket winner was Jim Tucker who had the chance to draw the Jack. Janna Velasco won the Lawry’s Bucks. * President Jackie Thornhill announcements/reminders: * International Convention held in Hawaii in June 6-10 * District Conference is in in Pasadena. Registration is open. They are celebrating their 100th * People of Action Campaign is ongoing. Please send photos to President Jackie. * Your quarterly and monthly contributions help fund programs keep our projects moving. Please consider donating to the permanent fund. * Remember to recycle Wheels and tickets. * Foundation Match club will match 50% up to 500 points. * Please help Rose Falocco 25 Club Secretary by signing up in the green book for weekly duties. * Please keep the green book moving. * RYLA is coming up so if please see Bill Houghton if you know a student who would like to participate. * Melanie Muldowney Shared info on Foundation matching period. Great time to move up to the next Paul Harris level. Presidential Citation opportunity to be recognized with 100% EREY. Every Rotarian Every Year, contributing on average $100 each year to the Annual Fund Share with the RI Foundation. We meet the cumulative average if each member can kindly give a minimum of $25 to help the Club achieve this award. * Ted McAdam announced the Birthday Table and led in singing Happy Birthday. After the celebration he also asked for interest in organizing a tour of Creech AFB. It will be an all-day bus trip with a boxed lunch included in a $50 ticket price. Tentative expectation of dates in May-June on a Tuesday. * Rosalee Hedrick New member orientation Feb 11th 6PM at Deb Granda’s home. 6 new members to welcome. * 25 Club President Carey Grohs shared that goal to raise $3,000 for Destiny’s Rescue a non-profit that rescues children from sex slavery. Please donate what you can. To make it easy you may sign up in the green book. * Marie Walsh Reading Week is March 2-6th. Please look out for email from Beckley to make an appointment with the librarian. * Rene Gamero shared Tuesday Feb 25th is upcoming 25 Club Social-to be held at the Neon Museum at 6 PM. Tickets are $40 with $10 from sales going to Destiny’s Rescue. * Janice Lencke recognized the Presenting sponsor, Anderson, Miller Pinkelman for the Annual Fundraiser. Buy your tickets. Goal is 2 per member. Raffle for basket will be held Feb 13th. Event will have amazing food, open bar and gaming tables. * Deb Granda ARC Blood Drive Feb 28th 10 AM-3:30 PM at Lawry’s. Sign up in the green book or at redcrossblood.org code: rotary. Donors receive $20 in Lawry’s Bucks * Howie Hopkinson asked for participation in the upcoming District Conference May 1-3 at the Pasadena Westin. Pasadena Club is hosting and celebrating their 100th Register now online. * Dr Andy Kuniyuki introduced our speaker Theresa Bower, Recruiter for 2020 Census. Theresa is a 20-year resident of Henderson and has an eclectic career history. She shared many interesting facts about the history of the Census. It is requirement of the Constitution of the United States to complete a census beginning in 1790. With a goal to count every person once and only once. Data is collected every ten years. Any private data collected is held confidentially and cannot be shared even the FBI or IRS. If you receive a census form and do not complete you may be fined. Response is easy via the telephone or online. It helps bring Federal funds into the state. If you know someone who may be interested in working for the 2020 Census, they can text Jobs2020 to 313131 and receive an application. President Jackie Thornhill presented our speaker with our “Share What You Can” award to benefit the local USO and then adjourned the meeting. We completed a group photo at request of the District Governor. ← Previous Week [https://www.lasvegasrotary.com/the-wheel/the-wheel-for-february-6-2020/]Following Week → [https://www.lasvegasrotary.com/the-wheel/the-wheel-for-february-20-2020/]