Rotary Club
of Seattle
Weekly Totem
    Founded 1909                          Weekly News and Highlights                            July 12, 2019
 
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LOOKING AHEAD

 
July 24
The Westin
Hilary Franz, Commissioner of Public Land
 
July 31
Bell Harbor
Seafair
 
August 7
The Westin
Joe Ottinger, Innovation in Seattle
 
August 14
The Westin
Charles Finkel, Pike Place Brewing
 
August 21
4:00 pm
Town Hall Seattle
Jeff Robinson
 
August 28
Hyatt Olive 8
Scott Lindsay, System Failure
REGISTER FOR A LUNCHEON
 
Guests, visiting Rotarians, and members who are not on the meal plan can now purchase their lunch in advance. Online sales end the Friday before each luncheon.
 
If you miss the cutoff, guests can still register by contacting Mariah at mariah@seattlerotary.org
Members are still welcome to purchase their lunch at the door.
 

If you plan to bring a prospective member as a guest, please contact Caroline at caroline@seattlerotary.org

Birthdays

July 12
Bill Bryant
 
July 13
Bob Alexander
Lina Kim
Dann Mead Smith
 
July 14
Mark Gantar
 
July 15
Wally Kegel
Karl Neiders
 
July 16
Robin Pasquarella
Steve Sundquist
 
July 17
Anne Ferrell
Bernie Griffin
 
July 18
Linda Cheever
Heather Fitzpatrick
 
July 20
Tim Bendokas
Jim Duncan
 
July 22
Carla Anderson
JULY MEMBERSHIP ANNIVERSARIES
 
4 Years
Harold Scoggins
 
6 Years
Alison Parker
 
8 Years
Beth Knox
Ben Linford
 
10 Years
Brian Marks
 
11 Years
Paula Houston
Karl Neiders
 
12 Years
Susie Roe
James Keating
Travis Keeler
 
15 Years
Ken Colling
Wally Kegel
 
16 Years
Sue Nixon
Bernie Griffin
 
17 Years
Lynn Lindsay
Roberta Nestaas
Lori Walker
 
18 Years
Kristi Marchbanks
 
19 Years
Cathy Gibson
 
20 Years
Suzanne Griffin
 
25 Years
Bob Alexander
 
29 Years
Russ Taylor
 
31 Years
Don Root
 
33 Years
Bruce Jones
 
34 Years
Todd Summerfelt
 
35 Years
Walt Maas
 
Sponsors

Bob Alexander

 
SEATTLE ROTARY ONLINE

 

Video of Seattle Rotary Programs are available online thanks to the generous support of our Seattle Rotary Online Sponsors.

Special thanks to our Gold Level Sponsor, Bob Alexander, and Silver Level Sponsor, Sherry Calvert of Caliber Investments.

In addition to supporting our club, becoming a Seattle Rotary Online sponsor brings many benefits. To learn more, click here, or contact Mariah for more details at
Mariah@seattlerotary.org.

PARKING INFORMATION
 
For those who drive to our weekly luncheons, here is some information about available parking options:
 
The Westin - for self-park or valet, obtain coupon at meeting registration for a discounted rate of $14.
 
Pacific Place is another good option only a couple blocks from most of our venues. The cost is $12 for up to 3 hours. The garage is accessed from either 6th or 7th  between Pine and Olive.
 
The Sheraton, Four Seasons, Grand Hyatt, and Hyatt Olive 8 do not offer discounted parking.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
 
President
Kim Moore

President-Elect
Jeff Borek

Immediate Past-President
Cindy L. Runger 

Vice President for Membership
Patrick Carter

Vice President for Service
Jimmy Collins

Vice President for Programs
Jeff Pyatt

Secretary
Lina Kim

Treasurer
Robert Stadler

Sergeant-at-Arms
Ken Grant 

Terms ending 6/30/2020
Ken Colling
David Levine
Barbie Seifert
Jane Tornatore
Robyn Grad
 
Terms ending 6/30/2021
Fedva Dikmen
Paula Houston
Ben Wicks
Lillian Sherman
Sue McNab
 
Terms ending 6/30/2022
Rob LoBosco
Jaime Mendez
Susie Roe
Faouzi Sefrioui
Nyasha Tunduwani

 

JASON WILSON: SUSTAINABILITY IN THE CULINARY WORLD

July 17 at Noon
The Westin, 1900 5th Ave. 
 
Chef Jason Wilson, Culinary Director for Fire & Vine Hospitality, is an innovator in modern cooking styles and a leader in fine dining, both locally and nationally.  He is the proud recipient of the James Beard Award for Best Chef Northwest, Food & Wine magazine’s Best New Chef and Puget Sound Business Journal’s 40 under 40.  Jason will be speaking about the importance of sustainability in the culinary world – from restaurants to events and our own tables at home.

New President Kim Moore Launches Her Year

Totem Reporter - Gary T. Smith
 
Seattle 4’s new president grew up in Unalakleet, a small village on the eastern shore of the Bering Sea.  Her neighbors “were caring, resourceful, and undaunted by challenges,” she said.  “When I walked into Rotary 19 years ago, it was immediately apparent the Rotarians were just as welcoming, just as caring, and just as fearless.  I felt at home.  That is why I joined Seattle 4, and I’m still here today.”
Read more...

Meet New Member Dennis Williams

It is my pleasure to introduce our newest member, Dennis Williams, who is a financial advisor with Edward Jones.  He has been nominated by Craig Dawson and Skip Rowland and his classification is Financial Advising and Wealth Management.
 
Dennis grew up in Seattle and attended Western Washington University where he played on the tennis team.  He was President of the Black Student Union for three years and graduated with a finance degree.  He had an internship with Russell Investments for several years. 
Read more...
In MEMORIAM - STEVE CRANE
It is with a heavy heart that we say farewell to beloved Rotary member, polio prevention advocate, and friend Steve Crane who passed away on Thursday, June 27.   If you would like to honor Steve, please send donations in his memory to End Polio, Rotary’s partnership to eradicate polio or to Rotarian Malaria Partners, Rotary’s partnership to eradicate malaria.  Cards and notices of donations can be sent to:
 
Sarah Crane
13912 Par Place NE
Seattle, WA 98125
 
 
 
UPCOMING FELLOWSHIP EVENTS AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
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Rotary First Harvest Work Party
Saturday, July 13
8:30-11:00 am @ Northwest Harvest Warehouse, 22220 68th Ave. S., Kent
 
Join Rotarians and Rotaractors from around the district for a morning of hands-on service.  You'll be helping to pack some of the millions of pounds of healthy fruits and vegetables RFH provides every year for families and individuals in need.
KEEKWULEES MEETING
Thursday, July 18
7:30-8:45am @ The Rainier Club
 
Meet fellow members, learn more about the club, and check off another item on your yellow badge checklist!  Because the Rainier Club needs to prepare for our group, please get your ticket in advance. 
Education Committee Mentorship/Mixer Party
Thursday, July 18
5:00 pm @ Mary Wagner's house on Mercer Island
 

Excited, engaged and eager Rotary members willing to mentor young Winners for Life students on Saturday afternoons for three hours during September 7 through November 16 (as many Saturdays as you can accommodate) are invited to attend this event and learn more.

RSVP to Kris at Kris@mkwagnerandassociates.com.

VOLUNTEER WITH WELLSPRING FAMILY SERVICES
Saturday, July 20
9:15-11:15 am @ the Rotary Support Center for Families, 1900 Rainier Ave. S.
 
Spend a Saturday morning with your fellow Rotarians by helping families experiencing homelessness at Wellspring Family Services.
 
Your morning will be spent helping to sort donations for Wellspring’s Baby Boutique, a free clothing store for families facing homelessness.
Secret Lives of Muslims Film screening
Wednesday, July 24
6:15-8:00 pm @ the Women's University Club, 1105 6th Ave.
 
The Peacebuilder Committee invites you to attend a special film screening and discussion featuring Joshua Seftel, the filmmaker who tells the stories of remarkable Muslim-Americans in this Emmy-nominated film series. This event, moderated by Seattle's own Aneelah Afzali, Executive Director of the American Muslim Empowerment Network (AMEN), is sponsored by Rotary District 5030 Peacebuilders, World Without Hate, The City of Seattle Human Rights Commission and the Women’s University Club Foundation.
Rotary PeaceBuilders Potluck-End Trafficking Now
Saturday, August 3
1:00-4:00pm @ Trent & Alex Mummery's Magnolia Home
 
At this potluck lunch sponsored by Rotary PeaceBuilders, you will hear an update on the Healthcare Alliance from project partner, Seattle Against Slavery, and other Rotarians who are participating in this effort. Our most recent strategy is focused on developing training and getting it adopted by our healthcare system.
Jeff Robinson
Who We Are: A Chronicle of RACISM in America
Wednesday, August 21
4:00-6:00 pm @ Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave
 
On Wednesday, August 21, instead of our usual luncheon, Seattle 4 Rotary will host a special community discussion at Town Hall Seattle featuring speaker Jeff Robinson. 
 
This event is open to the public, and members are encouraged to share it with anyone who may be interested in the subject. 
 
Following the public presentation, Seattle 4 Rotary members are invited to attend an exclusive reception with Jeff Robinson featuring heavy appetizers and a no-host bar. Space is limited, so this event will only be open to members and one guest each. Members and their plus-one do not need to register for this event.  Please make sure to bring your name badge for entry. 
 
Additional guests and non-members can register for the public presentation through the link below.  Tickets are $5 and free for youth. Tickets will sell out soon - if you plan to bring multiple guests, get your tickets today!
As a member of the Rotary Club of Seattle, you have access to The 5th Avenue Theatre’s discount program.  You can purchase tickets to ALL SHOWS in the 2019/20 Season NOW.  This is before any of the shows go on sale to the general public!  Your ongoing discount gets you 25% off all locally produced shows and 20% off national Broadway tours.  Ticket prices will increase based on demand, so don’t wait to purchase.
 
Just visit www.5thavenue.org and put in Promo code: ROTARYSEATTLE to purchase your tickets.

Interested in Proposing a New Member?

Do you have a friend, co-worker, or acquaintance who you think would enjoy Rotary membership? 

Contact Caroline Bobanick at 206-623-0023 or caroline@seattlerotary.org for more information or to reserve a complimentary lunch for a prospective member.

ROTARY MEANS BUSINESS

The Puget Sound Rotary Network is a great resource for Rotarians to share their business with others and learn about products and services offered by other Rotarians in the region.

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ROTARY CARES

Celebrate and support your fellow Rotarians during good and difficult times. Share news of kudos, awards, illness or loss with the Rotary Cares Committee (co-chaired by Fedva Dikmen & Jane Tornatore) — our group is dedicated to supporting and celebrating Seattle #4 members. Click here to contact the committee and share your news!

COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULE

For more information on committees, including those that do not have regular meeting times, see the committee page on our website. Meeting times and locations are subject to change, contact committee chairs for more information. 
 

SERVICE COMMITTEES

Arts
11:00 am, 2nd Wednesday
Lobby of the Rotary Club meeting venue
Jim Loder
 
Business Mentor Program
1:30 pm, 1st Wednesday 
Rotary Club luncheon room
William Marshall and  Terry Van Nostrand
 
Community Service
11:00 am, 1st Wednesday
1326 5th Ave., 7th floor conference room
Steve Tyler and Mary Johnstone
 
Education
11:00 am, 1st Wednesdays
Rotary Club luncheon venue
Mary Wagner and Lori Walker
 
International Service
10:30 am, 3rd Wednesday
Puget Sound Plaza, 1235 4th Ave. 15th-floor conference room
Sarah Mackay and Rob LoBosco

Peacebuilders
11:00 am, last Wednesday of the month
Rotary Club meeting venue
Matt Albertson
 
Rotaract
5:30 pm, 1st and 3rd Thursdays
Perkins Coie, 49th floor of 1201 3rd Ave
Virginia McKenzie, Liaison
 
Rotary Boys & Girls Club
11:30 am, 3rd Wednesday
Lobby of the Rotary Club meeting venue
Stacie Sherman
 
Sustainability
11:00 am, 4th Wednesday September-June
Northern Trust, 1301 Second Ave., Suite 2600
Eric Christensen

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEES

Classification
10:00 am, 3rd Tuesday
1215 4th Ave., 3rd floor conference room
Jane Pryor and Doug Seto
 
Keekwulees
3rd Thursday of the month at alternating times and venues. Email reminders will be sent in advance of each month's meeting.
Kevin Crane
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Contact Us

Rotary Club of Seattle
1326 5th Ave Suite 342
Seattle, WA 98101
 
Phone: 206-623-002
 
 
Caroline Bobanick
Club Manager caroline@seattlerotary.org
 
 
Mariah Kimpton
Associate Club Manager mariah@seattlerotary.org
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