As I have shared the past few weeks, the Read Across America initiative is fast approaching In March. This effort is generally celebrated on the anniversary of Dr. Seuss (Theodore Geisel) which is March 2, a Saturday this year. For this reason, I have communicated with Niwot Elementary Principal, Nancy Pitz about Read Across America for 2019.
Ms. Pitz has responded that she would like to celebrate Read Across America on Tuesday, March 5th this year, if our Club members would like to partner with the school. I did bring this question forward February 21st, at our weekly meeting, and I understood that the Tuesday, March 5th date was generally acceptable to our Club members.
So, I am asking a minimum of 5-7 RCN members (5 minimum) join in as partners to celebrate reading........the joy and benefits of this important communication skill. Please reference the email sent last week for instructions on how to sign up. Time slots are as follows:
9:15-9:40 - (5) readers needed
9:45-10:10 - (5) readers needed
10:15-10:40 - (5) readers needed
10:45-11:10 - (5) readers needed
(These 5 readers could be the same people, or different for each period, but we need minimum 5 readers during each period. It'd be best if you could stay the entire time, but more hands make the work light.) To date, Marty, Pat, Chris, and Deb have signed up. If possible, I would like to have 1-2 more readers to cover all of the 20 time slots at the school. There's still time to Sign Up.
Rotary members, will you please check your calendars and send me back an email, only if you can confirm that you can attend and support this Rotary Project this year. Again, I am hoping to have 5-7 members who can visit classrooms and read one or two Dr. Seuss selections as listed on the above time schedule. Thank you.
Our club's Student of the Month for February is Aiden Peairs. Aidan has pushed himself academically throughout his high school career by taking upper-level courses here at N.H.S. Through his hard work and perseverance, he has been able to attain a 4.438 Grade Point Average. Aidan’s commitment to academic excellence, to volunteerism, and to involvement in school activities resulted in his acceptance into the National Honor Society. Aidan has excelled in the classroom, and he has also demonstrated many personality traits that have exemplified his selflessness and commitment to success, both his own and that of others. He has volunteered his time through the Boys Scouts of America, Crayons 2 Calculators, the Sunrise Stampede and the Longmont Student Chamber Network. Aidan has served on our school district’s Student Senate and the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. He has been on the varsity Cross Country team, the Economics Club, Key Club, Chess Club, Art Exploration Club, and the Comedy Club.
We congratulate Aiden on his many accomplishments and wish him well in the future.
A reminder to attend--if at all possible, the District Celebration on Saturday April 27th at the Arvada Center. As Scott mentioned this morning, the celebration is an excellent way to recharge sagging Rotary batteries, get to meet other Rotarians, see what clubs and the district are doing locally and world wide, and to just enjoy some great company and awesome speakers. The cost is $125 for the day, including meals; you can also elect to attend only a half day--either morning or afternoon--for $75. there will also be a social gathering the evening before at the Center--pure fun and camaraderie. Partners/spouses are also welcome to attend. Please see the District's website (rotary5450.org) for further details and to register.
2019 Conference: Denver, Colorado March 14th -16th at the Westminster Westin Hotel
The North American Youth Exchange Network Annual Conference
The annual three day conference provides a forum for training youth exchange officers in best practices and the opportunity for interaction and collaboration with our overseas counterparts. NAYEN further supports its members through the development of resources and training materials to support their district programs.
Volunteer to assist with the conference
You can register to volunteer for the conference. When your shift is over you can attend plenary and breakout sessions for free; however you will have to pay for any meals you want to participate in. Sign up to volunteer at:
WINE ABOUT WINTER IN NIWOT 2019 was very well attended by both community residents and Rotarians alike. Although we didn't sell tickets, there was much interest in our Wine Cheese & Chocolate fundraiser. At the very least, our Rotary club was present and seen by hundreds of community residents. Club members answered many questions related to "Who Is Rotary" and "What Do We Do". This event provided the perfect opportunity to let people know who we are and what we're about. Thank you to all who volunteered at our table!
Wine, Cheese, & Chocolate Update
Live Auction Items Needed . . .We now have printed material you can use to tell others about our major fundraising event of the year! See Chris, Ron, or Doug for fliers, cards, and instructions on how to sell tickets online.
We want to make the best use of our auction software (making registration, bidding, and checkout smoother and faster). Selling tickets online will help achieve that goal. Please focus on selling electronic tickets whenever possible. (See Chris for paper tickets if needed.) Go to our event website to sell/buy tickets.
We'll offer early-bird discounted tickets until the end of March for $45 each. After which, single tickets will be $50, purchases of 2-9 tickets will be $45 each, and 10 or more tickets will be $40 each.
We need volunteers to begin gathering donated gift cards. Visit those stores you normally frequent and tell them about our event. Ask for donated gift cards and coupons. These can bring in extra cash in our live auction! Contact Chris if you're able to help.
Our goals for the event are very attainable if we all pitch in!
Don't forget to attend some of the many events hosted by the Chamber. This is a great opportunity to meet others who are community minded and potential club members. Click here to see their calendar.
RCN Website . . .
As our club website continues to develop, please remember to send your photos, stories, and contributions to the Editor, or upload to the Club's Facebook page. We can only post information that is passed on to the Editor. Thank you!
Club Meeting Cancellations
Just a reminder that in the event of inclement weather, our club will cancel meetings any time the St. Vrain School District either cancels or has late start classes. The club will also send out a text message alerting members of any cancellation. However, for the most up-to-date information follow the St. Vrain School District alerts.
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Kerrin Reichen
February 22
Doug Montgomery
February 28
Kamla Chopra
March 15
Spouse Birthdays
Cheryle
February 26
Anniversaries
Eli Buzas
Christine Buzas
March 31
Join Date
Kamla Chopra
February 12, 2009
10 years
Marty Wehr
March 1, 1985
34 years
Dan Kapsak
March 29, 2012
7 years
"The Rotary Club of Niwot is a dynamic group of community-minded people devoted to serving both local and international communities."
Service Above Self
We meet Thursdays at 7:10 AM
The Left Hand Grange
195 2nd Ave
P.O. Box 20
Niwot,
CO 80544 United States of America
Q1. When and where does the Rotary Club of Niwot (RCN) Meet?
A1 = The Rotary Club of Niwot meets weekly, on Thursday mornings at 7:30AM to 8:30AM, in the Left Hand Grange #9 building, at 195 2nd Avenue, or 2nd Ave and Franklin Street in the town of Niwot, Colorado
Q2. Is there a RCN calendar of events and meeting speakers?
A2 = Yes, the RCN has a website found at (www.niwotrotary.org). There is a variety of information found on that site. A Club Calendar can be found there with information about events and meeting speakers.
Q3. What is the basic cost(s) or dues for the RCN?
A3 = The quarterly dues for the Rotary Club of Niwot (RCN) are currently set at $175 for 3 months or quarterly in the months of July, October, January and April. This $175 amount is to cover the required Rotary International Dues and the expense for providing breakfast at each Thursday morning meeting. Additional costs or voluntary payments to the Rotary Foundation are separate and on-top of the quarterly dues. This includes the popular voluntary contribution known as “Every Rotarian Every Year”.
Q4. What is the website called ClubRunner and how is it used by the RCN?
A4 = ClubRunner is an administration and communication software package that will enable clubs and districts to effectively: • Reach members • Improve communication between members • Better organize their club It is an online service comprised of powerful tools designed to: • Maintain your club data • Boost communications, and much more.
The ClubRunner site can be found online at (http://portal.clubrunner.ca/6885).
Q5. How do I log in at ClubRunner?
A5 = All Rotary members will be issued a login name and password when join the RCN. The Login Username is comprised of the first “letter” of your first name + your last name + 6885. An example would be John Doe should use the log in username of (jdoe6885). The password that you are given by the Club must be changed when you log in the first time.
Q6. Generally speaking, as an RCN Member, what would I routinely use ClubRunner for?
A6 = The RCN ClubRunner site is very useful to routinely track your quarterly club membership payments, track your club attendance or access the rotary member’s email service. The email component of ClubRunner is a fast and simple way to generate email communications or notices with other Rotary Club members or groups of members.
More Q&A to come in upcoming eNewsletters!
You are invited to visit us at an upcoming meeting.
rade Point Average. Aidan’s commitment to academic excellence, to volunteerism, and to involvement in school activities resulted in his acceptance into the National Honor Society. Aidan has excelled in the classroom, and he has also demonstrated many personality traits that have exemplified his selflessness and commitment to success, both his own and that of others. He has volunteered his time through the Boys Scouts of America, Crayons 2 Calculators, the Sunrise Stampede and the Longmont Student Chamber Network. Aidan has served on our school district’s Student Senate and the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. He has been on the varsity Cross Country team, the Economics Club, Key Club, Chess Club, Art Exploration Club, and the Comedy Club. 
