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Coming up 8/26/22
District Governor Barbara Bartle
 
 
 
 
 
 
Chair of the Day: AG Tom Kerfoot 
Greeter: Lisa Peterson 
Invocator: Nathan Morgan 
Sgt. at Arms: Candy Specht
Cashier: Anne Fuhrman
 
 
 
Welcome Judy Ackland!
Last week Mark Ellsworth introduced us to new member Judy Ackland.  Judith (“Judy”) Ackland is the CEO/Owner of Crystal Financial Solutions in Papillion with an MPA degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She is skilled in financial education and income tax planning and preparation.
 
Judy is a graduate of the Rotary Leadership Institute and Past President of the Western Douglas County Rotary Club. She is an active volunteer in her church and several other volunteer organizations. Her hobbies include exercise (kickboxing is her favorite), music, gardening, crafts, sewing and spending time with her family. Judy and her husband live near Gretna and have three children, four grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and numerous grand pets.  Welcome, Judy!
 
 
Blue Badge
Congratulations to Patricia Cantu who received her blue badge last week!
 
 
 
 
 
 
100%ers
Congratulations to to our 100%ers recognized by Engagement Chair, John Mlnarik, last week!
 
 
Yolanda Hoffman, Candy Specht, and Kent Templien (not pictured) - 1 year
 
Denny Duer- 23 years
 
Dick Lerner- 28 years 
 
 
Police and Fire Luncheon
The annual Police and Fire Luncheon where we recognize an outstanding Omaha Police Officer and Firefighter will be held on Friday, September 9th at Werner Park.   Lunch will be a chicken wrap, chips, and cookie.    You must pre-register to attend.  Cost is $20
 
You can let Jennifer know you will use your lunch ticket or pay online with a card here:
 
 
 
 
Our two honorees are:
 
Detective Joseph Richter                                               Battalion Chief Scott Fitzgerald
 
 
 
 
Get to Know Your Fellow Rotarian
Each week we will feature a different member so you can get to know him/her better! Please complete a form (see Jennifer if you need one) to be featured in an upcoming newsletter. *(now with photos!)
 
 
 
This week's Rotarian is Mark Ellsworth
 
Occupation: CPA/Director 
 
Membership: 6 plus years
 
Why you joined Rotary: To meet people (I had recently moved to Omaha) 
 
What do you get out of Rotary?  Fellowship and Making a Difference
 
Spouse Name: Marsha
 
Children: Ryan and Marisa
 
Grandchildren: Tyler (12) Sienna (9)
 
Hobbies: Watching sports, investing, traveling with my wife 
 
Beach or Mountains?  Mountains
 
Favorite Vacation spot: Custer State Park in the Black Hills of SD 
 
Favorite Ice Cream: vanilla 
 
Movie:  Remember the Titans 
 
Bucket List: Travel Back to Ireland and Scotland 
 
If you were not in your current occupation, what would be your dream job?   Membership Chair at Omaha West Rotary (he's hired!) 
 
Something you wouldn't know about me:   I am an introvert-I enjoy spending time with one or two people rather than large crowds. 
Family of Rotary 
 
 
 
Also, Save the Date: 
Suzan Rohrig's house.  
Thursday, September 22 5-7pm 
2022 Golf Fundraiser 

 
The 15th annual golf scramble is coming up and we need your help!
 
The annual Omaha West Rotary golf scramble is being held September 29, 2022 at Pacific Springs. 
 
Here are the details:
 
-11am Sign In
-12pm Shotgun Start
-Lunch
-Dinner
-Prizes
 
The link to sign up is now active! 
 
All the proceeds will go to support the Omaha West Rotary Foundation.
 
Here is where we need your support:
 
-Sign up a team
-Sign up for a sponsorship - plenty of opportunities (I already covered the "Keg Sponsor" which means FREE BEER to start the event.)
-Sign up to donate a raffle prize
-Sign up to volunteer - I need 6 volunteers. Please contact me via email at ampearson10@gmail.com
 
Last year we had our most successful golf outing yet and we look to continue that momentum this year! We even had a $10,000 hole-in-one last year! Thanks to Joe Finnegan, they are no longer offering that has a package haha. That was pretty special though. Our goal is 128 players (32 foursomes). 
 
The Fundraising Committee is looking forward to your help in making this a success!
 
Thank you! Alex Pearson 
New Member Proposal
Name:  Andrew Galardi 
Classification:  "Finance"
Employer: Renaissance Financial 
Proposer: Mark Ellsworth
 
 
 Any objection to this proposal must be in writing to the Board of Directors at boardofdirectors@omahawestrotary.org within one week. 
Rotary Roster
Each year we produce a printed roster that is supported by ad revenue for printing and mailing.  Consider advertising your business! 
Please make sure your information is updated in clubrunner.   If you'd like to know more, please contact Warren Whitted III or Jill Slupe.
 
Pay for your roster ad here:
 
 
 
Ecology Committee Project 
Members of the Ecology Committee have been cleaning up the gardens at Project Harmony. If you'd like to help, please reach out to Charles Shapiro.
 
Fall Membership Day 

Mark your calendar for GUEST DAY

Our next Rotary Guest Day is scheduled for Friday, October 7th. Now is the time to begin thinking about who you will invite to share your “Rotary Experience.” More details about the day’s agenda will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead.

Monthly Meeting Sponsor 
Thanks to our August meeting sponsor Gary Bren with Turner Technology!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you would like to sponsor a month and be featured on our website, newsletter, and at weekly meetings, please contact Jennifer.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Visit Other Clubs 
Keep engaged and entertained while attending Rotary Club meetings from around the Metro/District online or in-person. 
 
Monday:  Millard at Noon - in person, no reservations required at the German American Society 
 
Tuesday:  Omaha Morning at 7:00 at Happy Hollow- hybrid meetings. Click here to register. 
                  NW Rotary at noon- at Garden Cafe in Rockbrook 
 
Wednesday: Omaha Downtown at Noon resuming hybrid meetings.  
                       Council Bluffs Centennial 7am at HyVee on Madison upstairs 
 
Thursday:  Omaha Suburban at noon:  in person, German American Society  also hybrid 
                    Council Bluffs at noon- Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center
 
In Lincoln:
  • Lincoln #14 Rotary Club - Tuesdays Noon - Embassy Suites 1040 P Street
  • Lincoln Giving Spirits Evening Rotary Club - Every-other Tuesday 6:00 PM) - JCMF Children's Charities 8445 Executive Woods Dr Ste B Lincoln
  • Lincoln East Rotary Club - Wednesdays at 11:45 AM - The Garage 
  • Lincoln South Rotary Club - Fridays noon - The Venue Private Dining Rooms - 4111 Pioneer Woods Dr
 
 
 
Speakers
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Upcoming Events
Family of Rotary at Project Harmony
Project Harmony
Aug 29, 2022
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
 
Board Meeting
Biaggi's
Sep 21, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Family of Rotary at Suzan Rohrig's
Suzan Rohrig's house
Sep 22, 2022
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 
Golf Fundraiser
Sep 29, 2022
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
 
Board Meeting
Biaggi's
Oct 19, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
Family of Rotary at No More Empty Pots
Oct 20, 2022
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 
Board Meeting
Biaggi's
Nov 16, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
 
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Birthdays
Member Birthdays
David Thompson
August 7
 
Patrick Roy
August 7
 
Anne Fuhrman
August 14
 
Mark Christopher Manhart
August 14
 
Suzan Rohrig
August 17
 
Anthony Schultz
August 20
 
Jim Otis
August 20
 
Kendall Scheer
August 24
 
Scott Hahn
August 24
 
Chuck Schmaderer
August 25
 
Bruce Cramer
August 27
 
Judy Ackland
August 27
 
Starla Waite
August 31