From:                                   Rotary Club of Anchorage East <mailservice@clubrunner.ca>

Sent:                                    Tuesday, July 02, 2013 5:31 PM

To:                                        Michelle Drew

Subject:                                EastWind - Jul 02, 2013

 


Do Good, Have Fun, Make Friends

Rotary Club of Anchorage East

EastWind


Tuesday, July 02, 2013

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Editor:  Michelle Drew
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Future Speakers

Jul 3 2013
Meeting Canceled - Observance of Independence Day

Jul 10 2013
Club Assembly

"Meet Your Board and Find Out About the Upcoming Year"

Jul 17 2013
Polly Smith, Alaska Literacy

"Alaska Literacy Project"

 

Upcoming Events

 

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The AER Fishing Report: Marek Lands a King and Todd Reels in a King AND a Sockeye!
by Slinker, Amy


Marek experienced the excitement of reeling in a 23 lb., 37-inch King Salmon at Ship Creek on Wednesday! He caught it on the incoming high tide with cured salmon eggs as bait with a spin-n-glo set-up.

Marek grew up fishing with his father. He was proud to make a video call on Skype afterwards to show his dad a photo of the biggest fish he has ever caught! Marek had the pleasure of enjoying the salmon for dinner last week with his host family.

Marek’s fishing excursions last week included Eetu Salmiola of Finland and Karl Berglund from Sweden, both exchange students through the Anchorage South Rotary club. AER member Allen Clark brought Heather Flynn’s nephew, Todd. A big thank you to Dustin Slinker for organizing these adventures, outfitting the group, offering fishing instruction and providing transportation for the students to the Russian River.

Todd, who is 17, caught the first fish of the week: a sockeye salmon on the group’s trip to the Russian River Monday. He also caught and released a King Salmon later in the week at Ship Creek! He is an experienced angler and his first trip to Alaska was perfect timing to join in on the fun.

Check out more photos of the group’s adventures on Flickr: http://flickr.com/gp/29156212@N07/362W6X/

Last Message from President Jeff
by Blake, Jeff


Thank you! Thank you! That is really all that I have to say now that the Rotary year2012-2013 is coming into the waning hours. I thoroughly enjoyed the privilege of being at the helm of this wonderful club. Because of you the members my year has been easy because you all did the work and proved to me that Rotarians don’t’ say no when asked to help and most times you don’t have to be asked because you are already helping.  This is the best club in Rotary, the most sociable, the best helpers and those that believe in their community and service above self.  It has been a wonderful year for me and I am looking forward to more years with Rotary and this family of Rotary. Once again thank you!!

Remember Peace through Service

Jeff Blake, President

 

RI Convention in Lisbon
by Jackson, Linda

Anchorage East is Having Fun!  Making Friends! learning to do even more good!

The 104th Rotary International Convention is currently being held in sunny Lisbon, Portugal.  The scenery is beautiful, the people friendly, and the Fado music divine. 

 

Bruce Phelps and Jay Jackson attended the 1-day World Water Summit V presented by WASRAG—Water and Sanitation Rotary Action Group—Friday in Lisbon.  Both learned a lot, and Bruce is quite energized and enthusiastic about international projects for AER.  Sandra Wicks joined them for the WASRAG reception on Sat. evening.  Bruce and Sandra are pictured with District 5010 First Dude Mike Pollen.

 

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Everyone was presented with a flower when they entered the House of Friendship following its Grand Opening.  Pictured with theirs are Shirley Nelson and Sandra Wicks.

 

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The Opening Ceremonies were quite inspirational.  You could not beat the entertainment.  The Ceremony closed with a concert by Il Divo—what voices!  An appropriate international act for an international convention, the four male singers are from the United States, Switzerland, France, and Spain.

 

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Sunday night District 5010  and AER were well represented at a Rotary Zone Dinner.  The ribs were to die for—as were the waiters.  A number of ladies in attendance decided Portugal has beautiful people.  (Pictures later…or maybe what happens in Portugal stays in Portugal!)  Pictured are Tam Agosti-Gisler, and Sue and Harold Foley.

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Refugee Assistance Program
by Drew, Michelle

In the Past, AER has actively supported The Refugee Assistance & Immegration Services program of Catholic Social Services.

June 21, 2013 was World Refugee Day and there was a large public / community celebration and event.

The following informationhas been submitted by Amy Slinker, Community Services Committee Chair to further getting out the word about this valuable program.

 If you are interested in volunteer opportunities with RAIS, here are some positions we are looking to fill: 

  • Immigration Assistant – Help in our immigration program with completing applications for individuals to achieve citizenship.
  • Assisting with the Garden Projecto   Joining the Empowerment Team or the Warm Welcome Team
  • Medical Mentoringo   Family Mentoring
  • Becoming a Welcome Center Instructor assistant

Please contact Kristen Borash at 339-0488 or KBorash@cssalaska.org for more information.  Also check out our volunteer brochure for more detailed information on how to get involved  http://www.cssalaska.org/files/Volunteer/RAISVolunteer_Brochure%20(2).pdf.

DONATIONS NEEDED:         

BIKES:  It is that time of year… when a bike means freedom!  We are particularly interested in adult bikes as they can mean the difference between accepting a job or having to turn it down due to the limited bus route hours.  The bike needs to be in working condition, we don’t have the person power to repair bikes. 

PILLOWS:  We are in need of pillows – they must be new, we cannot give out used pillows.  Fred Meyers is having good deals on them lately and Walmart generally has them for very little as well.   As usual I have copied the longer donations list here below and also attached it to this email.  We look forward to seeing you at the park this summer and in our work welcoming refugees.  

 

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Upcoming Youth Exchange Activities
by Drew, Michelle


July 2 - Going away for Marek!  Home of Barbara Kagerer, 13111 Nora Drive - 6:30 pm.  This will be potluck and grilling so bring something to cook on the grill or a side dish to share.  Soft-drinks and disposable products will be provided.  Remember Stephen Kagerer will also be going abroad this year so this is a great opportunity to meet him and see him off as well!

July 3 - MAREK LEAVES to return to Poland.  Scheduled deapture time is 11:30 pm.  Please meet up at the check-in area at 9 pm if you would like to help send him off.  United Airlines.  South Terminal.

July 11 - Karen Biondich returns from Germany.  United Airlines flight 1257, scheduled arrival time is 11:45 pm on the 11th.

August 3 - Stephen Kagerer leaves for Finland.  Confirmation of check-in and departure time to be provided. 

August XX - Boontarick Santhep (goes by Boom!) will be arriving from Thailand.  We do not yet have his flight information, but will keep you posted.  Many many thanks to Barbara Kagerer & family who will serve as Boom's first host family.  He will attend West High School.

 

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MAREK

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STEHPHEN

 

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KAREN

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 BOONTARICK  (BOOM)

New Member Proposed - Richard Allen
by Drew, Michelle

Introducing Richard Allen (Proposed by Daniel Cheyette)

 

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-Born and raised in Fairbanks, AK.

-Graduate of Lathrop high school

-1991-1992 Rotary exchange student to Johannesburg, South Africa. Witnessed the referendum to end apartheid and the integration of my school mid-year.

-1996 graduate of the University of Texas- Political Science

-2000 graduate of the University of Idaho College of Law

-2000-2004 private law practice- Houston, Texas

-2004-2011 Assistant District Attorney- Palmer, AK

-2011-present Statewide Director Alaska Office of Public Advocacy- Anchorage, AK

My wife Stephanie (past President Palmer Rotary) and I have been married for 13 years and have two sons ages 9 and 3.

I am a past President of the Palmer Rotary club. I am also a Paul Harris fellow.

I enjoy skiing, snowmachining and coaching youth sports including baseball, football, basketball and hockey.

 

New Member Proposed - Phillip Izon II
by Drew, Michelle

Phillip Izon II

Small business Relationship Manager

Key Bank N.A.

“Age is no impediment” that is what one of my bosses said to me one day and I live by that everyday. My name is Phillip Izon, the best way to describe myself is driven, I drive to excel and prosper at every stage of my life, even though life is short, we have a moral obligation to leave the world better than we came into it. I follow this by helping everyone I can understand my business and how they can navigate complicated financial issues. I also volunteer on a regular basis, from my own programs with the University of Alaska Anchorage teaching credit and other basic financial education to college students, to partnering with the NAACP teaching financial literacy, to being a team leader at Habitat for Humanity, to something simple like pulling over to help someone in need.

I am very passionate about my career and my long-term goals. I am currently a senior at the University of Alaska Anchorage, and throughout my time in college I realized that employers want work experience partnered with education, so I started working at Wells Fargo and I let my drive take hold, I was originally a pre med student; however, the relationships that I was able to build with my clients pulled me into the financial industry as not only a job, but a career. I enjoy banking and being able to build relationships on trust and honesty, but above all I appreciate ethics, I view ethics as not what is legal, but rather a level above the law. I strive to be ethical, honest, and trustworthy in every aspect of my life. I strive for great things and these great things come with hard work, I believe that the harder I work the more successful the people around me and I will be. I use these principles to guide my decision making and behaviors everyday.

I would like to thank Rowena Kehr for her support joining this great institution and at introducing me to some great people in the community. This club has come a long way since Paul Harris and the 3 other original members and I am proud to say that I am apart of something so great. Thank you all for the opportunity and I look forward to building life long relationships here. Image

Monthly Club Events - updates for the 2013-2014 Year
by Drew, Michelle


Weekly Anchorage East Rotary Club Meeting
The weekly Anchorage East Rotary Meeting is held at the Anchorage Downtown Hilton. The food line opens at 11:30 am and the meeting starts at noon. Lunch is $21 and coffee with dessert is $8.

Mobile Food Pantry
Mobile Food Pantry distribution is the second Saturday of each month at 1:30pm at the Fairview Recreational Center. Contact Dave Kester  d.kester@alaskausainsurance.com
 for more information.

AERIE Meetings (Anchorage East Rotary Information & Education) 
All members are welcome to join the monthly AERIE meetings and learn more about Rotary International and our club.  Blue badge members welcome to attend.  Contact Jeff Blake if any questions: jeffb@fidelityak.com or jcjblake@gmail.com

AER Board Meetings
Regularly monthly board meetings will be held the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 4:30 PM in the  first floor board room of the UBS Financial at 3000 A Street.  Board meetings occasionally move or are changed so check the "Events" section of the bulletin or the the club runner website.  All are invited to attend. It counts towards getting your blue badge and as a meeting make-up.  

Rotary Foundation Thought
by Drew, Michelle


Week of Jun 24- This week’s Rotary Foundation Thought is about: Service Above Self

 

Plagued by famine, the impoverished nation of Niger struggles to feed its citizens. But Rotarians like Ernie and Sally Montagne, of Arizona, USA, are helping to break this cycle of hunger and grinding poverty. During a planning trip to Niger on a Volunteer Service Grant, the Montagnes saw firsthand how The Rotary Foundation’s humanitarian efforts are supporting sustainable projects there.

“The Rotary Foundation is our vehicle of choice to enable ordinary Rotarians to make a lasting difference in the lives of thousands of villagers in Africa.”

Ernie and Sally Montagne

Solomon's groaner of the week!
by Solomon, Gregory


So I've shared at least ten different puns with my fellow Rotary club members, with the hope that at least one of the puns would make you laugh. Unfortunately, no pun in ten did.

Advertisers Wanted: New Rotary Year: New Budget Obligation
by Drew, Michelle


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Got some news!?
by Drew, Michelle

If you have news you want to share with the club, please let us know! Contact Michelle Drew at mdrew@mcc-cpa.com


Have some interesting news about yourself? Your family? Anchorage East is one big, happy family and wants to hear about our members! But remember, just like in meetings, announcements must be limited to personal/family news, news related to you, your family or another club member. Thanks!

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