Newsletter - Archive  May 3, 2010

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2009 President, Bob Duffy: "The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands!"

PROGRAM FOR OUR NEXT MEETING:  May 3rd

Laura Gilbert: Operation Celebrate Freedom

Attendance, Stats & Updates:  Attendance, 38 Rotarians.  Guests of Nat'l Honor Society group: Al and Helen Reshcenberg

At our last meeting. . .

National Honor Society Banquet -  Lou Kowieski, CEO/ President,WI-GREEN, LTD addressed the state's energy efforts. Although coal and natural gas will always be a mainstay, the role for renewable energy is surfacing. He described urban renewal, solar, thermal and vertical wind sources. "We need to continue to play a leading role in the world stage of renewable energy and how it's applied to commerce," said Kowieski. He encouraged students to seek career opportunities in this growing field. "We are following in the footsteps of China and Europe. There is an opportunity right here for us to step up and take a leading role."

NHS president Brad Zastrow responded that world renewable energy efforts are based on NHS principles, and commended Kowieski for bettering the "world for future generations." "This effort is about our own pillars, in scholarship, leadership, character and service," said Zastrow. "Renewable energy is showing the world what can be done."

Earning James W. Schmitz Memorial Math and Science Awards April 26 at the Oconomowoc Rotary National Honor Society luncheon at Olympia Resort were, from left: Oconomowoc High School seniors Lynzie Miller ($1,000), Katelyn Miller ($600), Lisa Hamann ($800), Rachel Lewandowski ($600), Ana Fuentes ($500), Samantha McKittrick ($500), and Carley Esser ($500). Rotary sponsors the luncheon annually on behalf of NHS students, recognizing their commitment to "Scholarship, Leadership, Character and Service."

Upcoming Programs & Events:

May 3 - Laura Gilbert: Operation Celebrate Freedom

May 10 - Chris Miles: Pennys and Nichols Center in Oconomowoc

May 17 - Danielle Herro: Web 2.0 Technology and Social Media

May 24 - Liz Tobolt: Lake Country Rotary - Polio Immunizations in Africa

May 31 - Memorial Day - No meeting

You can also check the Rotary events calendar online anytime!

Events & Stuff Coming Up

Check out info on upcoming Rotary District Conference, May 14-16, 2010.

Rotarians wishing to participate in the June 20-23 International Rotary Conference in Montreal, Canada should contact Bob Duffy. Rotary pays a portion of the trip.

Register for CHANGING OF THE GUARD, Monday, July 12, 2010

The FOUR WAY TEST: Of the things we think, say and do

1. Is it the TRUTH?
2. Is FAIR to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to ALL CONCERNED?