Alan gave his humorous poem titled "How we name our Children"... "Featuring I'ma Coolie".

 

 

Special Guest Joe Scheimer, visited the club to promote his 14th annual PolioPlus District 5180 goal. This year he hopes that Rotarians, and friends will help him raise $75,00 from now until World Polio Day, October 24th. He

said that sadly this year there are 40 cases of polio, a disturbing increase, that highlights the fact that polio is not quite conquered. These cases are primarily in Pakistan, Afghan and Gaza and are caused mostly by lack of sanitation. He noted that 650,00 vaccines were given with the vaccination program in Gaza. Joe participates in the Tour de Lincoln and he asks for generous support from our club.

AG Kathy Clemens spoke briefly about the Hurricane Helene disaster. Rotary has a donation page and a QR code available for easy accessibility.

 

Alan announced the Voices of Lincoln Poetry Contest, October 20th at the Salt Mine from 3-5 P.M.

 

Kris Wyatt and Kerry Callahan are coordinating the 100th year anniversary of the RCL (10/16/1925 to 10/16/2025) which will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Kerry shared that the 100th project is well on its way. There will be a band that has agreed to play 2 songs from each era. 20's, 30's, 40's etc. The Catta Vedera Country Club is the location for the celebration. The ticket cost will be $100, and the Theme is the 20's and dress for the 20's is encouraged. The Turkey Drive date, November 21st, was announced. Claire reported that there is no 5th week Social for October 31 due to the conflicts with Halloween festivities.  Keela has scheduled a Fundraising Committee meeting. October 10th, at Soli's, 5:00 PM. Tour de Lincoln: Bryan reminded members that the raffle for the bike is available online and volunteers are still needed. Clark reminded people that the District Foundation dinner is the same day as the Tour but that four members have been able to sign up to attend the dinner to represent the club. He also encouraged members to consider attending the RI Convention June 21-25 in Calgary, because it's relatively close and a beautiful location. Karen reported that there is a great need for #1 & 7 size diapers and thanked those who remembered to bring donations to the meeting. Truman also has the annual drive for coats & jackets and other winter clothing beginning and he thanked Jan for her donations. Please bring any of these items to the next meeting. 

   Kerry Callahan introduced speakers, Jason Price and Criste Freymond, from the WPUSD School Board of Education. Jason started a career in the Fire Service before graduating High School, and in 1996 he was the youngest licensed Paramedic in the state. Throughout his 20 years of service as a First Responder he specialized in emergency medicine, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, and served as a company officer. Jason raised his 4 children in Lincoln, all of them graduates of WPUSD. He currently serves on the Steering Committee for Leadership Lincoln, and the city’s Economic Development Committee. Criste is passionate about students’ safety, well-being, and she prioritizes programs that address mental health, bullying, and provide opportunities for extracurricular activities. She is a mother of two children, Austin and Aubree that are 3rd generation graduates of WPUSD. 

           The Four-Way Test

  Of the things we think, say or do:

   1. Is it the truth?

   2. Is it fair to all concerned?

   3. Will it build goodwill and

         better friendships?

   4. Will it be beneficial

        to all concerned?

 

   5. HAVE FUN !!