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MEETING NOTES - 2/7/17
 
President Mike Meindertsma led the meeting
Homer Nye led the invocation.    
The Kingsley Trio with Greg Luyt strummed and harmonized a wonderful rendition of Dylan’s “Times They Are A-Changin’”
Cindy Ruzak introduced our guests for the meeting.
In this week’s Rotary 101, John Racine shared the story behind what lives at the core of Rotary:
The Four-Way Test
Is it the TRUTH?
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
In 1932, a businessman named Herb Taylor utilized these 24 words to save a company and change the ethical climate.  Finding that it could be applied to Rotary clubs’ efforts to do good works around the world, the four-way test became the standard we recognize today.
Sakura Raftery announced that Career Day is next Wednesday. Forty-two awesome professionals from our Rotary Club have volunteered to be there!
Trevor Tkach gave an impressive update on ad sales in the Rotary Show program.  As of Tuesday’s meeting, there have already been $23,000 placed in about 2 weeks. He recommended checking last year’s program to see the businesses and organizations to approach this year, and find even more folks to support the show!
Special thanks to the “Parking and Plowing Committee” of Dale Chilcote, Mark Eckhoff, Mark Newhouse, and Pat Parker for doing the important work of giving all of us a safe and easy place to park for the meeting at Blue Water Hall!
Next week’s meeting will be at the Park Place in the lower level “Lakes Rooms”.
 
 
PRESERVING HICKORY HILLS
 
Preserving Hickory Hills Ski Park was the topic featured in a wonderful presentation by Maureen Madion and Laura Ness.
The biggest focus of the park is to allow all kids a chance to learn to ski in a safe and secure environment. They shared an informative video detailing the vibrant and proud history of this unique recreation destination.
For over 60 years, this city park has been more than the skiing area. Hickory Hills and Hickory Meadows encompass 250 acres of skiing, trails and activities the people of Traverse City have enjoyed for generations. One of Hickory Hills’ fun facts is that it was the first lighted ski area in Michigan!
But with that long and storied history comes a need for updates, upgrades and additions to assure Hickory can be enjoyed for many more decades.
A fundraising effort is underway to reach a total goal of $3.9 million. Already at $1.8 million in their capital campaign, they acknowledged a lot of our community’s help to get started on new developments at the property.
“It’s been one of the most collaborative projects in Traverse City in a number of years,” Maureen said.
Laura shared what’s next for the property, and talked about the growth and investment for it to be more than a ski park.
Planned upgrades include a ropes challenge course, expanded disc golf course, and a new lodge. Plus Nordic trails, six added downhill and freestyle runs, along with a new learner’s area - perfect for families with kids!
While the main skiing area will continue to be served by a tow rope, additions to the learner’s area in the future will include a “magic carpet” system to conveniently transport new skiers up the hill. Please CLICK HERE to view the video shared at the meeting.
More information can be found at preservehickory.com.
 
3/21/17 - CLUB MEETING in the Lakes Rooms at the Park Place Hotel
 
 
The March 21st Rotary Club meeting will be at Park Place Hotel, Lakes Rooms in the lower level of the hotel.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ROTARIAN LORI SCHMELTZER
 
CURRENT CAREER – Attorney extraordinare
 
EDUCATION – Juris Doctor from University of Detroit School of Law and Bachelor's of Business Management from Walsh College.
   
FAMILY- Two furballs named Stinky and Skunk. 
 
FAVORITE DESSERT - Tiramisu
 
FAVORITE ACTIVITY – There are too many to pick just one. Lawyering, sewing, cooking, baking, hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing, skiing, reading and…..
 
LAST BOOK READ – Sharper Objects by Gillian Flynn and The Three Marriages by David Whyte.
 
FAVORITE MOVIE – The Red Violin
 
FAVORITE SONGCareless Whispers
 
TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF  NO ONE IN THE CLUB
LIKELY KNOWS – I am an excellent painter, as in walls in houses.
 
LIFE ROLE MODEL – My parents, all of them, including the ones that married in.
 
MOST SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENT –  Passing the bar exam the first time, twice (two different states).
 
PROUDEST MOMENT -   Being motioned to be sworn into the Michigan Bar by my undergraduate professor that saw potential in me and encouraged and mentored me to pursue a career in law.
 
FUNNIEST THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO YOU -  Getting my car stuck in the snow the first winter I lived in Traverse City and losing my cell phone in the road; then having to go back an hour later with a rake and a shovel to find it buried under several inches of snow.  That had to be a funny scene to come upon.
 
SECRET AMBITION - I would like to write a book.
 
IF YOU COULD BE ANYONE IN THE WORLD FOR A DAY (present or historical),  WHO WOULD THAT BE---AND  WHY? The Pillsbury Dough Boy. Pillsbury cinnamon rolls are delicious!
 
MOST FAMOUS PERSON MET - Lukas Nelson, son of Willie Nelson.
 
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE – Nope, I think that covers it...
OVER $100,000. IN ROTARY SHOW AD'S SOLD  
 
 
75th Rotary Show Ad Sales, drum roll please...
over  $102,000.00  in ads sold as of 3/16/17
 
 
 
Last Chance - Foundation Centennial Celebration 
 
 
 
 
This is the last week to purchase your Rotary Foundation 50/50 ticket and one-time commitment donation of 26.50. 
 
 

The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. As the charitable arm of Rotary, we tap into a global network of Rotarians who invest their time, money, and expertise into our priorities, such as eradicating polio and promoting peace. Foundation grants empower Rotarians to approach challenges such as poverty, illiteracy, and malnutrition with sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact.

Strong financial oversight, a stellar charity rating, and a unique funding model mean that we make the very most of your contribution.

 
 
 
 
 
Pickleball & Rotary Social at the Parlor - 2/21/17
 
Come join the fun, Tuesday, 2/21/17,  Pickleball & Rotary Social at the Parlor-
 
Pickleball at the old YMCA - 3000 Racquet Club Drive, 5:30 pm- 7:30
 
1st-time players welcomed and encouraged, Free play and instruction.
 
Dinner/drinks @ The Parlor afterward, 205 Lake Ave, Traverse City, MI
 
2017-2018 Rotary International Theme 
 
 
 
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Speakers
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Child and Family Services
Apr 11, 2017
Student Run Meeting *Location TCG&CC
Apr 18, 2017
Grand Traverse Country
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Weekly Meeting
 
Invocation
Cox, Christopher
 
Introducer
Sobkowski, Nikki
 
Song Leader
Allen, Maurice
 
50/50
Bodamer, Daniel
 
50/50
Porter, Jill
 
Greeters
 
Greeter #1
Allen, Deb
 
Greeter #2
Allen, Jason
 
Greeter #3
Anderson, Tony
 
Bulletin
 
Photographer
Noonan, John
 
Writer
Hoffmann, Art
 
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Club President
 
President Elect
 
Club Treasurer
 
Club Secretary
 
Past President
 
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Membership Committee
 
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Rotary Foundation Chairman
 
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