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TODAY'S MEETING
Oct 12, 2021 12:00 PM
Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity

Danielle Johnson joined the staff of Wichita Habitat for Humanity as their executive director in June, succeding Ann Fox who retired after nearly a decade of service. Danielle was previously the assistant director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Wichita State University.

Danielle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master in Public Administration from Wichita State University. She has provided countless programs and professional development opportunities that have enriched communities through diverse educational, social, and cultural experiences. Danielle serves on several community boards and committees to include; Community Operations Recovery Empowerment Inc. (CORE), Wichita Urban Professionals, Wichita State President’s Diversity Council, Rise Up for Youth, Wichita Branch NAACP, HealthCore Clinic, Kansas Hispanic Education and Development Foundation, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Beta Kappa Omega Chapter, and the State Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. Danielle has taken courses with Advance Kansas Class VI, Kansas Leadership Center, Young Professionals of Wichita Leadership Academy and Leadership Wichita.

Danielle and her spouse, Vice Mayor Brandon Johnson, are busy with three kids Khairi, Aria, and Arin. When they’re not busy with family life, they are working to create positive tangible changes and a more inclusive and equitable environment in the greater Wichita community. 

Oct 19, 2021 12:00 PM
2021-22 District 5680 Governor
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ANNUAL WINE DINNER EVENT 
Thanks to ALL who participated and contributed to the success of this year's Wine Dinner event held last Saturday night; chaired by Colin McKenney, managed by DeAnn Sullivan. At the risk of overlooking anyone, I won't list each individual involved since it takes a CLUB to pull it all off. Needless to say, there are many who put in countless hours of preparation for this event! We were entertained by Trevor Stewart on his Chapman Stick and our emcees, The Other Mike Ludlow and Rob "The Mad Scientist" Archibald. It was a great evening, and best of all, we raised money to fund our club's charitable activities for the next year!
Here are some pictures taken by Mark Chamberlin and me 
(Diane) capturing our event...
Saturday morning set up....
       
Night of the event...
   
   
    
         
     
 
The final results from the event will be shared once everything is tallied up.
 
>There will be a follow-up Event Committee meeting after our club meeting on October 26. 
WELCOME NEW MEMBER!
Christy Barnett was inducted at our meeting last week. She is a Mortgage Loan Consultant with Capitol Federal. Mindy Wagner is serving as her sponsor.
CHECK OUT ALL THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE AND SIGN UP!
                    
MAP PAINTING AT
BENTON ELEMENTARY 
Volunteers needed!
Tuesday, October 12,
5:00 p.m.
Lawrence Elementary Family Fun Night
Thursday, October 14, 
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Our club will have a fun game booth with prizes! We need some 2 volunteers per shift to staff the event & your kids can come too! 
4:45 (set up)  – 5:30 p.m.        
5:30 – 6:30  p.m.
We will be outside so masks are encouraged but not required. Wear your Rotary shirt if you have one. Everything is ready to go… we just need YOU! Sign up with Diane.
For questions contact Jodi: 316.295.7710  or besthorn@ksu.edu
MONTHLY GROCERY VOLUNTEERS
We need 2 pairs of volunteers
for October to purchase and deliver groceries to selected families from Lawrence & Benton Elementary Schools. You can choose a time that is  convenient for you and the family any time during this month. Gift cards are provided for the grocery purchase. Please sign up at the meeting or e-mail Diane if you can help. 
 
MEETING INFORMATION  
MEMBER ATTENDANCE 
Last meeting: 67% 
Membership: 60
Last year: 45%
Membership: 60
HAPPY BASKET: $9.00
HOLIDAY RAFFLE: Lori Taylor won $6. This week, if the Ace is drawn, the pot will be worth over $100. Proceeds from the Raffle are used to purchase groceries for those in need.
ROTARY AWARENESS WINNER: Wade West
NOTICE: STAR Class will be held  on October 26 (instead of October 19) in the Mulligan room at RHCC.
OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS 
Member Birthdays
Christy Barnett
October 4
 
June Costin
October 4
 
Diana Fredelake
October 24
 
Nancy Chadick
October 24
 
Vern Klassen
October 30
 
The September Birthday charity chosen by Bob Benson was: Envision
The 4-Way Test of the things we think, say or do:
1. Is it the TRUTH?
2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?