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TODAY'S MEETING
Sep 16, 2025 12:00 PM
Project Teacher
Terry Johnson is the Founder and Executive Director of Project Teacher and an advocate for educational equity. With a background in nonprofit leadership and pastoral ministry, he works to build partnerships and mobilize communities so teachers and students can thrive.
 
Project Teacher is the only year-round teacher resource center in the state of Kansas, providing free classroom supplies to educators serving students in under-resourced schools. Since 2014, the organization has distributed millions of dollars in materials, ensuring teachers are equipped and students have what they need to succeed in the classroom. 
Sep 23, 2025 12:00 PM
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
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Wine Dinner Event a Success!
We had an overall high attendance of 127 at this year’s Wine Dinner! In addition, the preliminary report from Treasurer, Scott Hinderliter, indicates that our proceeds will also exceed past performance. The evening was filled with great fellowship, fine wine, great entertainment and dinner all in support of our Rotary causes.
A special thank-you to Club President, Mindy Wagner, who served as an emcee for the evening, keeping the event on schedule.
      
  
We had a great team of WW, Satellite & Interact members
setting up for the event!
 
   
A small group of Rotarians and guests enjoyed an informative pre-dinner Whiskey Tasting. (left) After dinner, Dr. Mike Ludlow, with Ed Frey as his straight man, provided lively entertainment during our auction. (right)
  
There were smiles, props and plenty of laughs at the photo booth!
 
Be sure to check out our club's Facebook page for fun pictures posted by Mark Chamberlin:
https://www.facebook.com/rotaryofwestwichita
 
THANKS to our Wine Dinner Committee who has been working hard on this event since April: 
DeAnn Sullivan, Mindy Wagner, Mark Chamberlin, Diana Fredelake, Ed Frey, Randy Bowles, Colby Reynolds, Diane Walker, Jacob Beckman, Mark Day, Bob Beumer, Mark Hazleton, Mike Ludlow, Scott Hinderliter, Jodi Barnwell, Rick Oglesby.
 
And THANK YOU to all for your support whether through Sponsorships, participation, auction/wine/cash donations, etc.! Funds raised directly benefits the West Wichita Charitable Foundation, allowing us to continue making a meaningful impact both in our local community and around the world. 
MINDY'S MEMBERSHIP MINUTE
To help promote Rotary awareness and spark conversations in the community, we’re introducing a new incentive! 
If you're wearing your Rotary pin or apparel and your ticket is drawn as the winner of our Weekly Holiday Raffle,
you will receive five bonus tickets for the next week’s drawing! It’s a simple way to show your Rotary pride and increase your chances to win—while spreading the word about the great work we do. Wear it proudly!
>Our Raffle winner last week was not wearing a Rotary pin or apparel so who's going to be FIRST to win the extra raffle tickets?
Rotary Bulletin Challenge: 
This week’s bulletin is packed with important updates and exciting news about what’s happening in our club. If you read it, let me (Diane) know at tomorrow’s club meeting, and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a $5 QuikTrip gift card. It pays to read your bulletin and keep informed! 
 
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WW and Satellite Rotarians, along with your guests, are invited to join us for a special evening...
Michael Phipps Scholarship Ceremony & Tour of
Redler Culinary Institute (BCC)
622 Cloud Avenue, Andover
September 30th, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Charge for Guests & Satellite members: $20 each
No charge for WW Rotarians since this takes the place of our Sept. 30 noon meal 
Those attending will enjoy an elegant selection of hors d'oeuvres and desserts prepared by the talented Redler culinary team, including:
  • Lobster-stuffed mushrooms
  • Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze
  • Beef tenderloin canapés
  • Cheesecake and an apple dessert
Beverages include: Tea, water, beer, wine, and a special spirit  

RESERVATION DEADLINE: September 23

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNNITIES
THIS WEEK!
Teacher Gift card hand outs:
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 8:30 am
Benton Elementary
Volunteers: Misty Jack, Randy Bowles, Jodi Barnwell, Mindy Wagner
Wednesday, Sept.17, 8:00 am
Lawrence Elementary
Volunteers: Randy Bowles, Jodi Barnwell, Mindy Wagner
 
Map Re-Painting:
Saturday, Sept. 20th, 9:00 am
Caldwell Elementary School
1441 S. Edgemoor St.
Please sign up at our meeting or contact Joey Timmer if you can help.
SATELLITE SERVICE
from Paige Koeppen, Satellite Chair
We had our second Monday Marbles  at Ascension Via Christi. The residents had a great time, as did we. Service before self!
CLUB INFORMATION
GUESTS
David Sasson
Guest of Wade West
Lou Ann Prusa & Kem Cooper
Guests of Mike Ludlow
CLUB MEETING
Attendance: 56% 
Membership: 71 (54 RCWW + 17 Satellite)
Last year:
Attendance: n/a
Membership: 77 (61 RCWW + 16 Satellite)       HAPPY BASKET: $41.00
HOLIDAY RAFFLE: Mike Ludlow drew a Queen and won $15 in our raffle last week. The pot this week will be worth over $217 if an Ace is drawn Proceeds from the raffle are used to fund our Monthly & Holiday grocery projects.
SEPTEMBER STAR CLASS
Tuesday, September 16, 11:30 a.m. @ RHCC. The topic will be "Vocational Service".
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
At last week's meeting...
Welcome New Member!
Sondra Stieber was inducted as the newest member of our club. 
 
Red Badge Program  Completed!
Bob Beumer and Misty Jack each completed their Red Badge Program and were presented with their permanent Blue Badge. Good job!
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Member Birthdays
Mark Day
September 20
 
Paige Koeppen
September 28