Inspiration:
Bob Melrose inspired us with quotes from famous people and how their wisdom is connected to Rotary’s mission and challenges. Winston Churchhill: “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” Echoes the philosophy of Rotary, of selfless giving and service above self.
Curt Bear introduced guests:
- Joe Dunn - Blood Donor Recruiter with UCHealth
- Saira Hafeez - CSU Rotaract
- Ria Kulenski - application submitted
- Kristen Mohr - Community Health Educator with UCHealth
- Scott Westcoat - guest of Curt Bear
IDEA (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awareness) Quote: “Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” - Stephen R. Covey
Future Programs: Please see the side panel for upcoming speakers and be sure to invite your friends.
Rotary Cares: If you are aware of a fellow Rotarian who is going through a challenging time (i.e., personal or family health, family death, etc.) please let Sara Murphy know Sara.jane.murphy1@gmail.com so we can let them know we are thinking of them and provide whatever support we can.
Announcements:
- President Joe McCarthy presented Susan Peterson with a certificate of appreciate for her hosting the Peterson Ranch Rotary Steak Fry & Fellowship last month
- Gary Turner invited Rotarians to attend Sunday services at the Christ United Methodist Church
- John Hintzman sent an email today to invite Rotarians to the Books on Tap event scheduled for Thursday, October 23rd at 5:30 at the Lincoln Center and the following day, October 24th, for a book reading to 1st graders at Laurel Elementary. The event begins with arrival times between 7:50 and 8:00 AM. Register using this Registration Form
- John Carroll announced that nominations are still open for the Ed Gillette Vocational Service Award. This award is presented annually to a member in recognition of excellence in their vocational field and integrity in their career.
- Contact Ann Griffith (970-402-9134) by Oct 16 if you are interested in attending the October 23rd Ft Collins Symphony Halloween Pops Concert
- Curt Bear invited Rotarians to his tailgating party at the LoCo Think Tank converted ambulance parked at Moby Gym from 2:00 to 5:00 on Oct. 18
- Saira Hafeez from the CSU Rotaract invited everyone to attend their club’s Fall Festival fundraiser on October 16 from 5 to 7:00 pm at the Sherwood Forest area near the CSU Forestry Building. Buy your tickets one at a time using the QR code below. Your email receipt is your ticket.
BRF Capital Campaign
Andy Chaffin recognized John Caroll for his donation at the Charlie Peterson Level to help increase our club’s foundation to $845,000.
Good News:
- Vic Purdy has a new granddaughter
- John Caroll’s son, Ben graduated and is employed on an oil rig off the coast of Texas protecting endangered species
- Gary Turner visited his son in Idaho to watch his grandson play 5th grade football however his grandson was not feeling well
- Diane Knight was warned by her grandson not to embarrass him at his soccer match. When she encouraged him after making a goal, and he repeated his embarrassing comment, the referee replied, “That’s not embarrassing, that’s love in Action.”
Program:
Wilton Lyles introduced Kristen Mohr, Community Health Educator and Joe Dunn, Blood Donor Recruiter with UCHealth Garth Englund Blood Center. Wilton has in interest in promoting the donation of blood in the community as he once received 4 pints of blood.
- All blood types are valuable, and your donation helps to save lives within your community.
- There are blood donation sites in Greeley, Ft. Collins and Loveland and 3 mobile busses
- Platelet donations are used for cancer patients
- Plasma is used for burn patients
- Therapeutic phlebotomy is offered for patients with too many red blood cells
- How to prepare for a blood donation:
Rest: Be sure to get a good night’s sleep and schedule before or after several hours after exercising.
Hydrate: Drink water, juice or sports drinks 24 hours before donating. Avoid drinking alcohol, caffeine, energy drinks before.
Eat well: Avoid eating fatty foods and increase iron-rich foods between donations to maintain proper iron levels
-You may not donate blood if you are on a blood thinner, but baby aspirin is OK
- Go online to create an account and schedule an appointment to donate HERE
Kristen Mohr, Community Health Educator and Joe Dunn, Blood Donor Recruiter:
Vampire Joe McCarthy encouraged Rotarians to donate blood:
