Gary Clark has been a professional photographer, writer, and communications specialist for more than four decades in various technology sectors. In addition, he is a genealogist and tracker of elusive ancestors since the mid-1990s. The merger of his professional skills with the passion for family history has taken him down multiple genealogy paths – most recently delving into artificial intelligence capabilities in rescuing and restoring old photographs.
Gary has spoken at regional and national genealogy conferences for more than 15 years. A native Kansan and resident of Wichita, Gary is a twelve-year member of the Wichita Genealogical Society, the Midwest Historical and Genealogical Society, the Topeka Genealogy Society, and the National Genealogy Society (NGS). He is the author of fourteen popular books on the subjects of old photographs, gravestone preservation, and other genealogy topics.
His presentation is titled AI Photo Restoration and Enhancement. After a short introduction to this aspect of Artificial Intelligence, the steps and processes used to produce near-miraculous results will be shared. Many before-and-after examples will be shown, both in the presentation and in printed examples.His work can be viewed at www.phototree.com.
11:30 am - STAR Class. The topic will be "Membership & Public Relations”. While this is an orientation for our newer members, all members & prospective members are welcome to attend!
1:00 pm - Gala Planning Meeting following the regular meeting.
LOOKING AHEAD:August 19 - The Satellite Club Monthly Meeting, 11:00 am, Chico's Restaurant, 4407 W Maple. All are welcome!
WELCOME TO WICHITA!
Pimnara Ruangprom arrived in Wichita from Thailand last week as part of Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE). She was greeted by several Rotarians at the airport. She will go by Nessa as her chosen name to use at school. We are looking forward to meeting Nessa at the upcoming August 25 meeting.
Mark and Lesley Hazleton(right)will host Nessa during her stay in Wichita.
BUILD BASKETS TO BOOST OUR GALA!
SIGN UP FOR SILENT AUCTION GALA BASKETS: As we gear up for our October Fundraising Gala, it’s time to build our always‑popular silent auction baskets — and we’d love your help. Members are encouraged to contribute items, secure donations from local businesses, or team up with others to assemble themed baskets that will spark bidding excitement.
If you can provide items or help coordinate a basket, please contact Mindy Wagner or sign up at any upcoming club meeting. Every contribution, big or small, helps make our Gala a success and supports the important work our club does throughout the year.
Reserve your seat now!
Tickets are on sale now for the 2026 Gala presented by Rotary Club of West Wichita
Saturday, October 3, 6 pm, Newman University
Enjoy a fabulous Italian buffet, great silent auction items and some serious live auction items.
Proceeds benefit the charitable works of the club.
CLUB INFORMATION
VISITING ROTARIANS:
Jennifer White, Tiffany Fisher
Downtown Club
Julie Butler, Becky Endicott
Satellite Club
GUESTS:
Ava Dugan
Guest of Ryan Dugan
John Troutt
Guest of Paul Blissett
Last meeting on August 11:
Attendance: 67%
Membership: 73 (55 RCWW + 18 Satellite)
Last year:
Attendance: 63%
Membership: 72 (54 RCWW +18 Satellite)
HAPPY BASKET: $42
HOLIDAY RAFFLE:DeAnn Sullivan won $3 in the raffle on August 11. The raffle this week will be worth $29 if the Ace is drawn. Proceeds from the raffle are used to fund our Monthly & Holiday Grocery project so thank you for supporting this effort!
A LOUISIANA ROTARY VISIT
DeAnn Sullivan(left) visited the Rotary Club in DeQuincy Louisiana while she was visiting her mom last week. DeAnn is pictured with Jeffra DeViney, President of the DeQuincy Club and editor of the DeQuincy newspaper.
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: BROECKELMAN RECEIVES AGR's HIGHEST NATIONAL HONOR
Congratulations to Bob Broeckelman, who has been inducted into the Alpha Gamma Rho Hall of Fame, the fraternity’s highest national honor. Presented once every two years at AGR’s National Convention in Kentucky, this award recognizes distinguished members who have made exceptional contributions to agriculture, humanity, and the fraternity.
Hall of Fame honorees exemplify AGR’s enduring promise: “To make better men, and through them a broader and better agriculture.”
Bob Broeckelman (front right) is surrounded by family as he received the AGR honor.
SATELLITE CLUB LAUNCHES COLLECTION DRIVE FOR WAAL
The Satellite Club is sponsoring a collection drive to support the Wichita Animal Action League (WAAL), which is currently in urgent need of supplies. Requested items include Fancy Feast kitten food, dog or puppy food, bleach, and cotton balls or cotton rounds. Additional pet‑care donations are appreciated. Donations may be delivered through August 31 at the collection site: Edward Jones – 12111 W. Maple St., Suite 113. For those who prefer to donate online, WAAL’s Amazon wish list is available at waalrescue.org, where you can follow the prompts to contribute directly.
