The Propeller June 24, 2019 (Jun 24, 2019)

2018-2019 Celebration of Rotary 14 Accomplishments

Presiding Officer: Randy Bretz

Secretary: Christina Usher
Sgt. At Arms: Maury Halstead

Cashiers: Frosty Critchfield, Gail McNair, & Mike Renken
Greeters: Dennis Hoffman & Outgoing Directors Pat Birch, Eric Drumheller, Bob Rauner & Tammy Ward
Program: 2018-2019 Celebration of Rotary 14 Accomplishments

From the Desk of Dr. Randall Bretz, Rotary 14 President 2018-19

June 25 is a celebration of what Rotary 14 has accomplished in our 109th year. When I started my year as President of Rotary 14, I challenged our members to get involved in creating ripples of hope that would build into a river-like current, working together to make a positive impact on Lincoln, Nebraska, and the farthest corners of the world. I wanted us to live the Rotary theme “Be the Inspiration.”

During our time together you’ll see that we’ve done that. During my term we:

Culminated a 2-year effort to raise funds to renew the playground at Everett Elementary School.
Decided to expand our efforts in Lincoln’s South of Downtown area outside the walls of Everett and helped establish a neighborhood Art Hub.
Celebrated Jon Cook as Nebraskan of the Year and Firespring in our Salute to Business
Served thousands of meals at The Gathering Place, gave away thousands of dictionaries to 4th graders, rang the bells for Salvation Army, helped clean one of our city’s parks, read books to Everett children and a whole lot more.
Gave support to international projects bringing water to African villages, purchased medical equipment for a clinic in the Dominican Republic and helped provide workshops in Namibia.
Provided grants to Junior Achievement, the LPS Foundation, Bright Lights, LPS Libraries, Lincoln Parks Foundation and many more.

We’re part of a world-wide movement of some 1.2 million Rotarians doing good things in our world. It’s been an honor and privilege to serve as President of Rotary 14, Lincoln’s oldest and largest service club.

Heather Keele of The Clark Enersen Partners

Recently, Bob Everitt sponsored Heather Keele to Rotary. Heather is an Architect and Principal at The Clark Enersen Partners. Heather is a Director for the Lincoln Parks Foundation since 2007, previously serving as President of the Parks Foundation. She served on the Philanthropy Committee for Lincoln's YPG during first years of the program. Organized community event to stock the Habitat for Humanity restore when it opened in Lincoln. Coached YMCA soccer, Youth Group volunteer, Foster Parent. Heather recently completed Runza's new corporate HQ at Firethorn, Plaza on the Green and was featured at the Annual Nebraska AIA conference project tour. Welcome to Rotary, Heather!

Heather Keele with her sponsor Bob Everitt

Kate Holman of Mourning Hope Grief Center

Recently, Sandi Fabry sponsored Kate Holman to Rotary. Kate is the Advancement Director at the Mourning Hope Grief Center. Kate previously served as Community Development Manager at American Cancer Society. Kate is a member of YNPN LNK and she volunteers at the NHCA, ACS Hope Gala, and the JDRF National Rewards & Recognition Task Force. Welcome to Rotary, Kate!

Kate Holman with her Rotary sponsor Sandi Fabry

The Rotary District 5650 District Conference is on July 26 and 27 - Lied Lodge and Conference Center, Nebraska City. The theme this year is “Shape the Future”.

We have many things planned – one of which will be a cruise on the Belle of Brownville boat!

Other family opportunities will be offered and available at discounted prices. Registration is open and can be done by clicking here.

Additional information previously published:

Attention: This is NOT your Grandpa’s conference!

This will be a fresh and exciting weekend with inspirational, informative speakers and family events.

Bring your family! Plan to come early or stay late. Nebraska City Rotarians are working hard to put together deals and discounts for the family in their community.

Other conference features:

- - Service project for all conference attendees including your guests - Service Above Self

- - Rotary International Representative attending on behalf of the Rotary International President

- - Blocks of hotel rooms for the conference have been booked and the links to those are below (see separate article).

Many more details are being worked out and will be released as they are finalized.