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Wenatchee Rotary  - Noon Thursdays at Red Lion
            Meeting of January 24,  2019                
                  Volume LXVIII - No 29                    
  January is Vocational Service Month      
 
 
ROTARY AMBASSADORS SPONSOR OF THE MONTH
Please try to arrive by 11:30 AM.   
All members are always welcome to greet.
If unable to attend, please greet at your next meeting.
                
  Jim Bob Tamara Doug
Date Future Weeks Looking Ahead
01-31 Campbell Cantu Clemens Clifton
02-07 Clugston Conner Copp
Corcoran
02-14 Dahmen Davies DeRobles Diede
WENATCHEE VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP
AUCTION PRESENTING SPONSOR
Menu and meeting roomColumbia River Room. Pulled pork w/ roll, coleslaw, pasta salad, baked beans, coffee service & Chef’s Choice Dessert.
     BUILDING COMMUNITIES AUCTION UPDATE       
 
The auction is Saturday! 
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U can do it
C all your network
T ickets to sell
I  nspire others
O ne way to make a difference in our community
N eeds Fulfulled
 
We have so many items for you to bid in on.   In fact 40% more items over the 2017 auction.   This is where the magic happens.   Remember our goal is $115, 000 and we need everyone's help to get there.  And the Live auction items are going to be popular!   
 
The auction committee needs are:  
1.  Get your tickets!   If you want to decide what you are having for dinner, purchase tickets today.   Later in the week we will decide for you.  There is no dress code, but "business casual" is suggested for members.
2.  Sign up to help the night of the auction in the following areas:
  • Silent Auction Tables Set-up - Wenatchee Convention Center 9:00am
  • Heads and Tails Promoters
  • Registration
  • Checkout
Sign up here with our online spreadsheet.  (Type your name in the right spot, press enter.; close)
 
3.  And don't forget your get out of Jail bail.....   I am still taking names and will pick a random winner on Friday!   $50 donation for a Jail Bail..
On behalf of the auction committee - we can't thank you enough for all you are doing to make this a success.   
See you Saturday!  The photo is from our 2017 auction.
- CONTENTS -
  • AUCTION SATURDAY!!!
  • THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM - CRYPTOCURRENCY
  • ROTARY AMBASSADORS
  • WEEK IN REVIEW - APPLE STEM/GWATA
  • ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • CENTENNIAL AWARENESS - NEW FEATURE
  • SPONSOR OF THE MONTH
  • ALL SITE SPONSORS
  • EVENTS CALENDAR
  • UPCOMING SPEAKERS
  • CLUB-60 POLIO STATUS
  • CLUB ORGANIZATION
 
 
 
   PROGRAM JANUARY 24 -  CRYPTO CURRENCY 
with Malachi Salcido
 
As the founder and CEO of Salcido Enterprises, LLC, Malachi strategically negotiates land and power agreements to position the firm as the blockchain and cryptocurrency mining leader in the US. Salcido Enterprises currently operates one of the largest ASIC server operations in the US.
Malachi’s full service contracting business, The Salcido Connection, Inc., enjoys its status as a 16-year multi-disciplined contracting and project development firm in Central Washington state; the largest in the region. He is the founder, owner, and President of the firm, with a six-person management team in place that oversees all aspects of the day-to- day operations of this rapidly growing design-build & negotiated price 40-employee contracting firm. Specializations include heavy mechanical, facilities, major electricalsite development, utilities / telecommunications / dataspace / critical infrastructure environments, and both State & Federal specialized contracting opportunities.
Malachi’s formal training includes technical trade school, accounting, and finance degrees. He is licensed as a Certified Public Accountant, and spent several years practicing for a large regional firm while operating his then start-up contracting business. He is also licensed as a Master Electrician in Washington State, and holds a Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance, from Central Washington University, Ellensburg.  A frequent presenter and keynote speaker, Malachi most recently delivered the keynote address at the annual Mid-C Seminar, which explores current issues facing the West including the new market initiatives, the evolving market, and local Mid-C challenges.

CENTENNIAL AWARENESS SERIES
OUR PAST PRESIDENTS - #1
Beginning this week, we will include an update on our 100-year celebration coming in 2021.  Each week we will be introduced to one of our club presidents and the club activities during his (or her) year.  Most of these reports are taken from the 75th Anniversary publication, which will be included in a similar 100th Anniversary publication.  Kory Kalahar leads the Centennial Committee and would welcome other interested members to join the effort.
Our first club president Dr. Herbert F. Morse
January 11, 1921 to April 30, 1922
To see his story and Wenatchee World articles... READ MORE
 
 
SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR (w/links) SITE SPONSORS
 
January 17
Board Meeting
 
January 26
"Building Communities" AUCTION
 
April 13, 14
RLI - Wenatchee
 
May 2-5, 2019
 
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January 16, 2021
Centennial Gala
We appreciate all of our sponsoring merchants & businesses.
For complete details, see our web site.
  • Alpine Aire H&C
  • CARPET ONE/Inside Design
  • Cashmere Valley Bank
  • CliftonLarsonAllen, CPA
  • Colonial Vista, assisted living
  • Confluence Health
  • Eagle Transfer
  • Edward Jones Investing
  • Express Employment Professionals
  • JetPro Carwash
  • Lifeline Ambulance
  • MOSSADAMS, CPA
  • Noyd & Noyd
  • The Paradise Restaurant
  • The Thai Restaurant
  • WV Humane Society
 
   WEEK IN REVIEW, January 17 - Apple STEM Network/GWATA  
President Elect Mike opened the meeting with announcements listed below.    He then recognized Kyle Vierck, WVC Athletic Director who spoke about the upcoming Athletics Auction one week after ours, and announced that he and his wife will attend our auction.  Listen to Kyle.  Contact him with questions:  509.682.6771 or by email.  
 
Lorien Clemens (now part of the Apple STEM leadership team) introduced our speakers, Dr. Sue Kane Director of the Apple STEM Network   and Becca Friemuth  of   GWATATogether they used an on-line  PowerPoint   to articulately describe  the shared vision and enthusiasm the Apple STEM Network provides to clear a pathway and secure resources for North Central Washington students to build STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) fluency, helping to open the door to new opportunities and career connections, and stimulating the economic development in our region. 
SCHOLARSHIPClick here for information on the  Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) It was created in 2011 to address unfilled seats in the high-demand sectors that drive our economy like aerospace, engineering, technology and health care as well as rising tuition costs at Washington colleges and universities. This first-of-its-kind program supports Washington students from low- and middle-income households to attain bachelor’s degrees in high-demand fields including science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and health care through scholarships of up to $22,500 as well as professional development, skills-building workshops and genuine industry exposure to help increase the rate at which students enter our state's workforce.  Contact Sue.  Deadline is end of February.
 
Apple STEM Network was established in 2015, and is co-led by the Greater Wenatchee Area Technology Alliance (GWATA) and the North Central Education Service District (NCESD). They serve 26 school districts located in the four counties of North Central Washington: Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanagan.     Listen to Audio   
See last week's Appleseed for more.

       ANNOUNCEMENTS        
President-Elect Mike Kintner opened the meeting of the "Dr. Herbert F Morse, George W. Coburn, and Cliff Godfrey" of Rotary Clubs.  In response to the blank stares, Mike explained that these were the charter officers of this club in 1921, and used this information to kickoff the preparations for our coming Centennial Celebration.  Between now and then we will honor and recognize all those club presidents who came before us.  Watch the Appleseed.  He recognized Kory Kalahar as committee chair of this event, and is certain Kory would welcome others to join in the effort.  President Pete will return next week.
Jay Smith at the Head Table took the opportunity to promote the auction (coming NEXT WEEK!) making the dubious claim that he cut his Hawaii vacation short just to be here.  His message:  Buy and/or Sell tickets!  We have 191 tickets sold, with room for about 130 more. 
Some donated items have not been delivered to the storage unit (Express Employment Professionals , 411-B N. Chelan).
He wants to see each of us there, and also appealed for the loan of a laptop computer for auction night.  [email Jay We have 40% more silent auction items donated than in 2017. 
 
Heidi Myers has tickets, or they can be ordered from our home page (which has been simplified).  She also asked for sponsors to please notify her who is using their two tickets, and their meal choice.  Auction tickets are $65 each.  We will need your mailing address, phone number and email.   Meal choices are: Beef Tenderloin Medallions, Bourbon-Marinated Salmon, or Vegetarian.
 
Linda Parlette announced that Mayor Kuntz sent her a donation of $250 with regrets that he is unable to attend.
Ford Barrett bragged ($25) about WSU Cougars being ranked above the Huskies in the AP ranking poll.  
Mike's good news - 2 quotes from Will Rogers.
 
Around the room... "The oldest and the youngest."
 
 
ROTARY NOWA message from Rob Tidd.  The next evening Rotary club meeting will be on January 22nd (5:30pm).  We will again hold the meeting at Ridge Cyclesport in Wenatchee. Our host is Evan Plews, proprietor and former professional mountain biker. Wine will be served courtesy of Viento Ridge Winery. We are staring this evening Rotary club, because there is no evening service club in our area. Hopefully this will be appealing to people who simply cannot make it to a breakfast or lunch meeting. It can also be used as a makeup meeting (yes, we make sure that the home club is notified of the member makeup). 
 
Mostly folks will be able to socialize and drink a little wine but there will be some topics for discussion:

a. Venue options for this evening Rotary club

b. Potential support for the existing Rotary clubs (if you have specific events you would like me to bring forth at the meeting please let me know). If you have a sign up sheet for volunteers for your event please let me know

c. Q&A (i.e. Focus of this club, does this club want to be its own club and not just a satellite club, etc.)

 

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Also - Eastmont's Les Miserables….
The musical will be presented 3 more times at EHS beginning Thursday; tickets are on sale at the PAC at a cost of $15.  CLICK HERE.   Secretary Frank says "Please don't miss this awesome show!"  Chloe might agree.

SPEAKERS.   Are you thinking of sponsoring a speaker?  Guidelines are posted on our website under the main menu.  Or click here.

 
End Polio Now/Club 60:  
Our ambitious goal has been set by President Pete at $10,000 ($192 per week!).
We continue our 10-year relationship with the Gates Foundation; since 2013, they have matched each dollar with $2 toward polio eradication.
Donations by club members on Jan. 17 = $13.42 bringing our total to $1357 or $4071 with the Gates match.  This equates to 6798 lives potentially saved. Collections at KPQ were $1133.  Read about World Polio Day, October 24
           $1357                       
 
CLUB INFORMATION CLUB FOUNDATION
 
Wenatchee Rotary Officers
President 2018-19:
     Pete Van Well
Pres. Elect: 
     Mike Kintner
Pres. Nominee:
     Kory Kalahar
Pres. Designate:
    Alice Meyer
Secretary:     
     Frank Clifton
Treasurer:   
     Allan Galbraith
Directors:
Michelle Shermer
Dante Gutierrez-Zamora
Joe St. Jean
Dawn Davies
Marcia Henkle
Garry Sparks
Claudia DeRobles
Andy Petro
Gary Provo
Dan Maher (July '19)
The mission of the wenatchee Rotary
Foundation (WRF) is to improve
educational opportunities for citizens
living in the greater Wenatchee area. 
Funding is through immediate and
deferred giving from current and past
club members.  Each club member in good
standing id also a member of WRF.
Officers: 
President, Tom Ross;
VP, Jay Smith;
Treasurer, Heidi Myers;
Secretary, Bill Monnette.
Board Members: 
Joe St. Jean, Ruth Esparza,
Alice Meyer, Susan Albert,
Dee Curcio,
Pres. Elect (ex officio)
 
 
Speakers
Jan 24, 2019
Cryptocurrency
Jan 31, 2019
WVC Nursing Program
Feb 07, 2019
Classification Talk
Feb 14, 2019
Rhino Mercy
View entire list
Russell Hampton
National Awards Services Inc.
ClubRunner
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Wenatchee Rotary, Wenatchee, WA
P.O. Box 1723, Wenatchee, WA 98801
"Service Above Self "since 1921        www.wenatcheerotary.org