Letters and Reflections from the Frontlines of World War II
With Author Peggy Ludwick
A DOCTOR’S WAR is a unique perspective of war. As a Medical Officer on the frontlines of WWII, responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of traumatized and wounded soldiers, Lt. Col./Maj. Arthur L. Ludwick was engaged in some of North Africa and Italy’s bloodiest battles. This riveting historical narrative is also a daughter’s discovery of the courageous and idealistic young man she never knew, before he became her father.
Dr. Arthur L. Ludwick was a beloved family physician in Wenatchee for over 50 years, taking care of generations of families.
Don't miss this fascinating presentation.
MEETING INFORMATION.
IMPORTANT - To help make purchasing lunches easier, we will have a cashier. Lunches are $12 per person. You can purchase by cash, check or Venmo. We have 20 lunches available for purchase. IMPORTANT - Watch for our opinion survey on lunches.
GREETERS THIS WEEK - Tyler Mickey, Kelli Scott, Becky Berg
CASHIER - TBD
27-Apr-23
Tyler
Kelli
Becky
4-May-23
Shermer
Simmons
T. Leonard
11-May-23
Sims
Simon
Gut
Greeters are selected so as to combine one from each of 3 groups:
board members (club or Foundation), seasoned members, new members.
Queen Scarlette Cron, princess Dylan Schmitten and princess Natalie Pearson were introduced by ApplarianGarry Sparks, and all spoke eloquently about their experience representing the festival, and confidently exhibited the theme of "We're all in this Together". Each introduced herself and talked about their families and their plans for the future, easily answering many questions about their experience and future hopes.
President Jill expects us to believe that her matching outfit was coincidental.
ROTARY AT THE MOVIES. Our local Gateway Theater is now showing an ad for the Rotary Clubs of the Wenatchee Valley. Watch the video here. The videos will rotate periodically and will include the QR code shown, leading to a page showing websites of all the Wenatchee clubs.
There may be a Fellowship night soon at the movies.
TOAST AND ROAST RESULTS. President Jill was excited to announce the results shown below, which are net results after expenses.
Based on this success, another such event is being considered next year about the same date.
INTERACT NEWS. Lee Alley has joined with Laurie Flarity-White to work with our Interact Club, announcing a new initiative to raise funds for two worthy causes: The Wenatchee Seekers (Jorge Castaneda), and the WHS Panther Club. Laurie will be taking donations at club meetings through the month of May.
LUNCHES AT MEETINGS. Based on our recent history of subsidized lunches having shown a financial loss to the club, the board voted last week to suspend lunches effective May 1. However, certain members are working on a plan to continue making lunches available.
Another option when meeting at Pybus is to utilize the Pybus restaurants where food can be ordered ahead of the meeting. Click here for info... Pybus Merchants – Pybus Public Market .
UPCOMING EVENTS. District Conference 2023, May 18-21
Volunteers are needed to help with various activities during the conference. Contact Conference ChairColin Brine.
Also, read the recent published article by Rufus Woods here.
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PP Pete Van Well needs a few more volunteers to work the Polio Plus booth at the Expo Village outside Leavenworth’s Festhalle during the District 5060 Conference May 19 through 21. Volunteers do NOT need to attend the conference to help out at the booth. We need two Rotarians for two hour shifts on Saturday May 20, and Sunday
We have 8 volunteers already committed. Questions? Call Pete Van Well at 509-679-5214.
The District is launching a HUGE new initiative in Rotary’s fight to end Polio, a fight that has its very roots in Wenatchee Rotary. Oh, and there will be snacks. Email Pete at pete2@vanwell.net or call at 509-679-5214 to volunteer. Thanks.
Register for the conference here; click the image.
Doors open at 11:30 AM, program begins at noon. Help us honor our 2023 Apple Citizen of the Year, community leaders, and hearing from our Keynote Speaker, 2023 Grand Marshal Sarah Babbitt.
New this year, we will be meeting on Thursday, May 4 during our regular meeting time. The meeting will be at the Museum. Make sure you plan to hear the classification talk from Katie Blair.
NEW MEMBER PROPOSAL. The board has approved a membership application for Reuben Mayes who recently visited the club
Town Toyota Concessions - There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer and help generate funds for the Community Outreach Grants. Thus far, we have raised about $2100 for Community Outreach!
Thank you for supporting the club and volunteering your time.
Youth Exchange 2023-2024.
We are looking for host families for our female inbound exchange student from the Netherlands. Families do not need to host the entire time. If you would like to host a student for all or a part of the school year, contact RYE chair Brett Riley. Or Alice Meyer.
ROSARIO'S CHILEAN DESSERTS. Our exchange student from Chile would like to share some of her favorite desserts which she is making herself (for a small fee of course). She sold most but may have a few remaining.
For many years, Wenatchee Rotary has sponsored the beautiful tiaras (or crowns) worn by the Festival Royalty. The girls always appreciate them.
FINES (Fun,Informational, Newsworthy, or Educational).
Judge Robert Jourdan (on ZOOM) is proud to be invited to swear-in the CHIEFS-FOR-A-DAY on the first day of the Apple Blossom Festival.
QUOTES OF THE WEEK.
Check out the upcoming events for the Club, District 5060, and Rotary International
MEETING INFORMATION. 
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ROTARY AT THE MOVIES. Our local Gateway Theater is now showing an ad for the Rotary Clubs of the Wenatchee Valley. 
INTERACT NEWS. Lee Alley has joined with Laurie Flarity-White to work with our Interact Club, announcing a new initiative to raise funds for two worthy causes: The 
PP Pete Van Well needs a few more volunteers to work the Polio Plus booth at the Expo Village outside Leavenworth’s Festhalle during the District 5060 Conference May 19 through 21. Volunteers do NOT need to attend the conference to help out at the booth. We need two Rotarians for two hour shifts on Saturday May 20, and Sunday 
NEW MEMBER PROPOSAL
Town Toyota Concessions - There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer and help generate funds for the Community Outreach Grants. Thus far, we have raised about $2100 for Community Outreach!
ROSARIO'S CHILEAN DESSERTS. Our exchange student from Chile would like to share some of her favorite desserts which she is making herself (for a small fee of course). She sold most but may have a few remaining.
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