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News & Updates
News & Updates, November 16, 2019
Hello fellow Rotarians,
 
Did you know that November is Rotary Foundation Month? Our Rotary Foundation, which funds Polio Plus, Global Grants, District Grants, and Rotary Peace Centers, is at the heart of what we do. In honor of this being Rotary Foundation Month, the After Hours Club will be doing an extra special points and dollar matching through the end of the year. I hope you can made it to the meeting this Sunday to hear the details in person, but I will also be sending out the information on Monday. In the meantime, please take a minute to check out this compilation of figure from the past five years that illustrates the generosity of Rotarians around the world and the good work that we do together:  Rotary: A Foundation to Build On.
 
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I want to tell you how thankful I am to be part of such a great Rotary Club. The dedication that our members show through sharing their time, talents, and experience inspires me in the rest of my life. I'm especially thankful for the tremendous amount of support from the board - thank you Chelsea, Connor, Lori, Casey, and Travis for all that you do!
 
Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving!
See you on Sunday!
 
Erin Luken
2019-2020 President
  
Upcoming Events
 
Sunday, November 17th  – Club Meeting: Emily Tucker
The Post at Park Hotel, 22 S Carroll St, Madison, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Join us at the Post for a social at 6:30 pm, then stay for our meeting at 7:00 pm. Our speaker this week is Emily Tucker. Emily is the Regional Membership Officer at RI for the Central United States, part of Ontario, Canada, and Texas (Zones 29 and 25B) - and is based right here in Madison, WI! In this role, Emily works with the Rotary leaders at the zone, district, and club levels to develop and implement membership engagement and attraction strategies, inspire and foster energizing and inclusive club experiences, and promote and utilize our membership resources, reports, and tools. Prior to this role, Emily was an Officer on the Club and District Support team at the World Headquarters in Evanston for Zones 25-33 for three years. Emily is grateful for the opportunity to introduce herself to Madison-After Hours members, share the latest and greatest in larger membership development initiatives at RI, and answer any questions the club or visitors and guests may have. 
 
Friday, November 22nd - Service Event: The River Food Pantry
The River Food Pantry, 2201 Darwin Rd, Madison, 3:45 - 7:45 pm
Help the food pantry at their Thanksgiving shopping session. A hot meal is provided for food pantry shoppers and volunteers. We have 6 volunteer spots reserved for members who have entered their names on the sign-up sheet. Many more volunteer spots are available. Please let Brad know if you are interested (608-469-9555). 
 
Friday, December 6th - Annual Holiday Party
1722 Monroe Street, Common Room, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
It's time for our annual holiday party! Join us as we celebrate our many achievements over the past year and toast to friends, both new and old. Let Chelsea know if you plan on bringing food or beverages to share. There is no cost to attend, but we hope you'll help us top off our donation of Happy/Sad Dollars that will be going to ImaBridge Africa. 
 
Saturday, December 7th - Volunteer Event: Lussier Food Pantry
Lussier Community Education Center, 55 S. Gammon Rd, Madison, 11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Volunteer with us at the Lussier Community Education Center food pantry!  Four volunteers are needed to work from 11:45 am until 1:00 pm.  Sign up for shifts here or email us at madisonrotaryah@gmail.com. 
 
Sunday, December 15th  – Club Meeting: Marsy's Law
The Post at Park Hotel, 22 S Carroll St, Madison, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Join us for our last meeting of 2020! Our guest speaker tonight will be Nela Kalpic, a longtime advocate and survivor of domestic violence, to talk to us about Marsy's Law. Marsy's Law for Wisconsin is seeking to amend the Wisconsin State Constitution to strengthen victim's rights. They are a non-partisan organization, and are fortunate that their proposed amendment has successfully passed the Wisconsin State Legislature twice with strong bipartisan support. The constitutional amendment will now be voted upon in a statewide ballot referendum on the April 7, 2020 election. More information can be found at http://www.equalrightsforwi.com.
Annual Holiday Party
It's that time of year- cold weather and fresh snow! Let's celebrate all of our many 2019 accomplishments and friendships with warm drinks and toasty snacks. This year's party will be in the common room of 1722 Monroe Street with a beautiful view of the state capitol building. There is no cost to attend, but we hope you'll consider adding to the Happy/Sad Dollars Fund to top off our club's donation to ImaBridge Africa
Please let Chelsea know if you'll be bringing food/beverages to share.
Club Meeting: Marsy's Law
Join us for our last meeting of 2020! Our guest speaker tonight will be Nela Kalpic, a longtime advocate and a survivor of domestic violence, to talk to us about Marsy's Law. Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is seeking to amend the Wisconsin State Constitution to strengthen victims’ rights. They are a non-partisan organization, and are fortunate that their proposed amendment has successfully passed the Wisconsin State Legislature twice with strong bipartisan support. The constitutional amendment will now be voted upon in a statewide ballot referendum on the April 7th, 2020 election. More information can for found at http://www.equalrightsforwi.com
 
Social at 6:30 pm at The Post, with meeting to follow from 7-8 pm.
Humanitarian Trip to Nicaragua
Dave Warren, of the Rotary Club of Janesville, has helped design a portion of this multi-club humanitarian expedition to Nicaragua. The main trip will be from December 4th- 9th, and there is an optional add-on to stay and continue the visit through December 13th. There are several visits to schools and hospitals on the schedule, as well as distributing Christmas gifts. To see the entire schedule, costs, and how to sign up, click on "Club Documents" on the upper right of our website, and choose the Nicaragua Trip folder. The details of the trip extension that Dave has planned can be accessed here. Contact Dave Warren for more information and answers to your questions, too.
President's Challenge
Have you started the President's Challenge yet? How far along are you? Attend a meeting to track your progress with other members! 
 
Download your own copy of the Challenge and win!
 

Prizes will be awarded to the first person to complete items 1-7, everyone that completes items 1-7 before December 31, 2019, and to anyone that completes items 1-12 before June 30, 2020.

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Upcoming Events
Emily Tucker: RI's Regional Membership Officer
Park Hotel
Nov 17, 2019
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
 
Service Event - The River Food Pantry
The River Food Pantry
Nov 22, 2019
3:45 PM – 7:45 PM
 
Annual Holiday Party
Dec 06, 2019
6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
 
Lussier Community Food Pantry
Lussier Community Education Center
Dec 07, 2019
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
 
Club Meeting
The Park Hotel
Dec 15, 2019
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
 
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