OKC Rotary News

September 3, 2024 | Volume 113 | No. 9
In-Person and Livestreamed from Christian Life Center - St. Luke's Methodist Church | 11:55
Link to the Livestream 11:55am

Reduction of Juvenile Population

Jeffrey Cartmell, Terry Smith
Office of Juvenile Affairs

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Chair of the Day: Karen Youngblood
Attendance Scanner/Greeters: Larry Edwards, Darla Hall
Registration: Peggy Kates, Anne Holzberlein
Introduction of Guests: Kathleen Stevenson
Introduction of New Rotarians: Deborah Senner
Invocation/Pledge Leader: Charlie Smith
Microphone: Bobby Mills
Menu: Romaine Salad; Pasta Salad; Mashed Potato and Gravy; Roasted Corn; Shrimp and Grits; Chicken Fried Steak; Rolls

club 29 breakfast

Sept. 5, 2024 | 7:00am
Quail Creek Country Club | Wingspan Room
Chairs: Susan McVey, Bud Oehlert
Curtis Shelton, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs, “Oklahoma State Budget: What’s in it and What’s not.”

reflections

Rotary Musings

by Michael Figgins

For over half a century, I have championed the causes of the poor throughout this nation. As a Catholic, I come by this honestly. It is not just a question of giving one’s surplus to those in need, but of helping people, excluded or marginalized, to enter into the sphere of economic and human development. The protection of justice is at the heart of a true culture of solidarity. I was told by an articulate man that to him, “it is not being poor in itself that holds any meaning, it is seeing all the relative wealth in others and our nation, that makes you feel poor.” Maybe more efforts like Rotary to champion peace, fight literacy and poverty, and protect our planet is the answer. READ MORE

Announcements

RSVP for Rotarians and their Guests

Memorials

The Rotary Club 29 Foundation accepts gifts honoring loved ones.
A contribution can be made here

Wings of Rotary - 2025 - Deadline Dec. 1, 2024

Each summer, District 5750 sends a team of 10th to 12th graders to District 2520 located in the Miyagi and Iwate prefectures in Japan for approximately two weeks. 2025 Wings of Rotary Information

In taking part of WINGS of Rotary, students learn a new way of living, a great deal about themselves, and maybe even a new language. They will be ambassadors, teaching people they meet about their country, culture, and ideas. Help bring the world closer - and make some good friends in the process.

More than 8,000 young people each year have experiences like these through Rotary Youth Exchanges. It's the opportunity of a lifetime. Do you know any students who would be interested? Contact Keith Oehlert, District 5750 Wings Chair. Application

Rotary Magazine - Sept. 2024 - for Rotarian Subscribers

O Canada. O Calgary! For centuries, people have gathered at the confluence of Calgary's two rivers. Now, with its June 2025 convention, it's Rotary's turn. In this issue of Rotary magazine, join in as we explore this modern metropolis with a palpable sense of its past, easy access to the Rocky Mountains, and a history of bringing people together. Register for the convention and experience it for yourself.

Click here to read your digital copy of the September 2024 issue.

In another of this month's features, meet the Rotary members putting a spotlight on the mental health stressors unique to American rural life and helping their communities and their own families get support. Long overlooked, farmers are finding fellowship, teletherapy, and tailored resources.

September is Rotary's Basic Education and Literacy Month. In this month's Goodwill column Regina Fuller-White, who manages the area of focus for Rotary, offers five tips for clubs to deliver more effective education technology programs.

And finally, are you stumped by all of Rotary's acronyms? Are you an ace at alphabet soup? Find out by taking our lighthearted quiz in Handbook.

Prefer to listen? Check out the Rotary Voices podcast for audio versions of the magazine's best storytelling, along with full episodes featuring exclusive bonus interviews.

In the News

If you have good news - honors, awards, new achievements - to share with the club please let us know!

Upcoming Events

Sept. 10, 2024 - Rotary AfterHours
January 7, 2025 - Rotary Winter Party

Rotary Club 29 Online Directory
DacDb has a new App in the App/Play Store!!

Rotary Club 29 has an online membership directory which contains current content information for all club members. The link to access the Club 29 directory can be found at the top of the home page of okcrotary.club or by clicking here.
OKC Rotary has provided this tool as a convenience to help members stay in touch with one another. The online directory, just like the printed roster, should only be used for Rotary purposes. If you need help in accessing the directory, please email the office.

FUTURE PROGRAMS

2024-2025 Program Schedule

Sept. 10, 2024 - Economic Development in Oklahoma City – Kenny Tsoodle, The Alliance for Economic Development
Sept. 17. 2024 - Catholic Charities USA - Kerry Alys Robinson, President & CEO