A presentation by Bob Mull, May 2, 2018.

When talking to a Rotary reader or tutor, it’s hard to know who enjoys the experience more, the student or the Rotarian. Eyes brighten, smiles broaden, animation ramps up, and stories come forth whenever the topic comes up. Teachers too are excited about this Rotary program, as evidenced by Sandy Kreger, a 5th grade teacher […]

A great time was had by all at the 2018 Spring Fling, held in conjunction with the District 6380 convention this weekend, at the Yankee Air Museum on Thursday, May 3. Rotarians from all around the district enjoyed the many hors d’oeuvres as they wandered through the most interesting, educational and enlightening exhibits. Then, they […]

A quick smile and an easy laugh – Lori Athley is definitely a person who is all about fun. Throughout her serious 25 year career at UM where she is currently Business Administrator Lead, Biostatistics Department in the School of Public Health at Michigan, she has mentored dozens of young women. In addition to raising […]

Notes by Ed Hoffman; Photos by Fred Beutler Transitions – The Rotary bell was rung. Everyone stood as voices rose to meet the perennial challenge of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Indeed, it was done with gusto, if it’s all right to revive a somewhat loathsome word born of the Brut cologne era. Inspiration: Doug Moffat came […]

Heather Kendrick, a member in the March class, was the speaker at the local Kiwanis Club on April 23. Her topic was “Being Miss Michigan.” She is the reigning Miss Michigan and the daughter of a Kiwanian in Port Huron. In her presentation, she noted that the four points of her crown represent style, success, […]

In an effort to continue the momentum created by World Peace Conference 2017 and extend its reach, a RCAA Peace Committee has been established. The board granted approval on April 18, 2018. Our mission is to work locally and globally for peace, social justice, and the non-violent resolution of conflict. As a follow-on to Peace […]

In kindergarten, Dan Lewan was a picky eater, yet his teacher told him he was destined to travel the world eating strange foods. In college, he began to feel she might be right. Freshman year, he seized an opportunity to do humanitarian work gutting houses in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He liked it so […]

The Community Allocations Committee solicits, reviews, and awards grants to local not-for- profit organizations that support the club’s goal of “Helping Kids Succeed.” Funding commitments are for a single year with a maximum amount of $5,000 per grant. Members of the committee are responsible for reading and ranking applications in preparation for an annual grant […]

Summary of the Board of Director’s Meeting April 18, 2018 The Board of Director’s Meeting was held Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at the United Way Building. President John called the meeting to order and motions were made and approved to accept the Agenda and February Minutes. The Club’s membership on March 31 was 315 Active Members […]