Jodi was introduced by her sponsor PP Pete Van Well, noting that he makes a point of befriending all of the bakers in town, but insisted she has been easy to befriend for many years. She is the CakeChic and a Food Network star. She will be helping with our next auction.
Born and raised in Wenatchee, she has owned Cake chic studios in Wenatchee for about 12 years, which she started on a whim with her mother-in-law when they made cup cakes for Apple Blossom.
Her business features specialty cakes such as for weddings. She began working with Food Network in 2015. Soon she will be a judge on the show Duff Vs. Buddy (preferring to be behind the scenes). Thomas was able to display some of her product photos. She answered lots of questions about her recent celebrity experiences. She promised to keep us informed on broadcast schedules.
Jodi joined the club February 06, 2020, sponsored by PP Pete Van Well, joining just as the pandemic hit us. She has two grand children. She and her husband built a large house that they can share with their daughter and her family.
Our second HYBRID/ZOOM meeting was opened on April 08 and led by president-elect Alice Meyer, as she welcomed members and guests (standing in for President Kory Kalahar who is taking a well-deserved vacation outside the USA). About half the attendance was in person at the Pybus Market Events Center. Thomas Everly again did a great job making the the technology function properly in spite of numerous technical difficulties which we are working to overcome going forward.
Announcements.
Social Event. The board is planning a fellowship event here at Pybus on the rear outdoor deck after next Thursday's board meeting. Watch for the firm details coming soon.
World's Best. Jill says "We made the final four. Keep voting when the next phase begins". Get details HERE.
Jill again-Women of Rotary. April 20 at Hilton Garden Inn, 5:30-7:30; no-host food/beverage.
Lost members. Sadly we have recently lost two valued members, Phil Schultz and Garry Arseneault.
DG Visit. District Governor Richard DeRock attended in person and presented the club with a framed certificate of recognition of our 100 years of service, signed the current RI president. It was accepted by club historian Marc Heminger. DG Richard also explained the TRF fundraiser on May 12, and encouraged us to attend.
We were also pleased to have a visit from Sheriff Brian Burnette.
We had a decent attendance at Pybus, slightly better that last week.
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS
APRIL 15 - APPLE BLOSSOM ROYALTY
Come meet, either by Zoom or at Pybus, Wenatchee’s 2021 Apple Blossom Festival Royal Court. Queen Brooke Perez, Princesses Kody Richards and Kamryn Fowler.
You will not be disappointed. These young ladies are delightful, ambitious, and beautiful. Festival is June 3-13.
APRIL 22 - HOMELESSNESS IN THE VALLEY
Things we should know, with Laurel Turner and guests.
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK
Our current sponsors are those who generously sponsored
SPEAKERS. Are you thinking of sponsoring a speaker? Complete the new online info FORM. Guidelines are posted on our website under the main menu. Or click here.
OUR GIVING TO THE ROTARY FOUNDATION (TRF)
End Polio Now: Our goal this Rotary year is $7500.
Actual=7662 = 121%
Total with Gates* match = $22986 (38K+ lives potentially saved)
RI Annual Fund: Our goal is $4500
Actual=1690=37%
* Note: We continue our 10-year relationship with the Gates Foundation. Since 2013, they have matched each dollar with $2 toward polio eradication.
CENTENNIAL PLANS AND HISTORY
Plan to attend our 100-year celebrations
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Virtual Celebration - Spring 2021/TBA
Big Gala! - Wenatchee Convention Center/TBA
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