Sunrise Rotary Gets a Law Review

We were priveleged to hear from one of our own members this morning. Greg Walker, Esquire, Attorney-at-Law and all around good guy gave us a review of the law. He came with a computer and a slide show and everything. We learned about the origination of the law, why they call it the bar and where the Judge sits and everything. It was very informative and only reinforced the fact that Greg was the captain of the Law Review team at his law school.

One thought question: Why do they call them an Attorney-at-Law? What else can you be an Attorney at? 50 bonus points to the first non-attorney with the answer.

DOCUTAH Premiers at the Sunrise Rotary Club

Phil Tuckett, Docutah Festival Director and well decorated NFL film veteran, was our speaker this morning. Along with his Operations Manager, Lani Puriri, they previewed the event which will be hosted by DSC and the southern Utah area September 8th thru the 17th. There will be 100 films entered this year in honor of DSC's 100 years in business. They range from two minutes forty five seconds to two hours fifty six minutes. This will be a fantastic event and everyone is encouraged to support the festival. We also saw our own Lance Greer in the promo materials. His is asking for a new contract with more money. Good luck Lance.

On a service note: Don't forget our service project on September 17th at the Family Crisis Center. Hey, come to the service project and then go to the final day of Docutah. Just a thought.

We finally received John Kinsman's name badge and President Wilcox is shown here presenting it to him. He is now a fairdinkum (Australian for bonafide) member of the club.

John also gave a 5 minute and 960 second member focus which was very informative and helped us get to know him better. Thanks John for sharing with us!!

We had a very informative speaker who told the club about the website stgeorgenightout.com. A website dedicated the exciting night life of Washington County.

We had some awesome visitors on Thursday. These two youngsters came for a hot breakfast while their mom is backpacking across Europe for the summer. And we still don't know who the guy with the beard is shoveling food in his mouth like he just got back from some trek experience or something. Well, that is all for this week. See you all Thursday.

Rotary Torch Run was HOT! HOT! HOT!

We had a good turn out yesterday as we carried the torch to eradicate polio. We had representatives from all of the Rotary clubs in Washington County (I think) and we all had a good time. We were welcomed by the President of the Red Rock Club (name is escaping me) and then we all hit the track for the run/walk/meander/stroll depending on how you felt and how you were dressed. The obvious absence of super athlete/marathoner Shayne Wittwer was felt as we were looking for about 5 miles from him. Since the event was in his backyard we were sure he would be there. I think we had breakfast afterward, but this blogger had to leave after his 10 mile effort to go earn a paycheck. All in all it was a great morning for the event and we all felt good about the effort. By the way, Kaylnn Larson walks really fast.

Rotary Clubs get all Boxed in at All Clubs Meeting!

The four Washington County Rotary Clubs were represented at an all clubs meeting on Thursday the 14th of April. PDG Wally Brown gave us an excellent presentation on the Shelter Box project started by one Rotary Club in Scotland. We were told of where the Shelter Boxes have been employed since 2005 and what natural and man made disasters were covered. The contents of a Shelter Box were displayed and Wally let us know what it would take to be involved and sponsor a box.

He was introduced by Past President of the Sunrise Club, Marla Shelby-Drabner, and we found out that Wally is an alumnus of Dixie High School. (Who knew, right)

We were also entertained by a bull story from Paul Gooch that was hard to believe. Only a kid from Mona could pull off that tall tale.

PDG Gil Trujillo also had some great things to say about the Rotary youth programs and all in all it was a great meeting. Shame on those who missed it.

Next week promises to be exciting as we meet Wednesday at Hansen Stadium for the torch run to eradicate polio. Wear your running shoes and be there at 730 am to put in your 10 miles. Then you can go to work sweaty.

The Learning Center for Families Shines in a tag team presentation at the Sunrise Club!

Thursday morning we were joined by Debbie Justice, the Director of the Learning Center for Families and Carol Hollowell, the Program Director for the Volunteer Center of Washington County. Debbie presented information on the palacial building they are constructing to help thousands of infants and toddlers and their families in their coverage area which reaches to Fredonia. Carol presented different opportunities for sponsoring rooms in the new building and I think John Johnson committed to the library and a play room for about $120,000. We will rename him St. John. You won't want to miss next week when our own green thumb, Dan Rak, will present everything you want to know about forestry and growing and harvesting trees. Bring you dogs, I am sure they will be interested. See you Thursday.

WOW! What a meeting. Action Packed. Something for everyone.

This blogger will attempt to summarize the Sunrise Rotary meeting on March 3, 2011. I was present for breakfast, which was fabulous, but I missed the program due to a job I have.

New Member Induction: In my opinion the most memorable aspect of the meeting was a New Member Induction. John Kinsman was inducted by President Wilcox in an emotional ceremony. John is the one in the middle and that skinny guy on the right is his sponsor.

Speakers: We had two great speakers; Del Beatty, the Dean of Students for DSC and Katy Peterson the Director of the Dove Center. Below are couple of photos of them signing dictionaries for our project.

We also had a visit from Her Highness, the Dixie State College Homecoming Queen, Jessica Baird. She is quite striking and our President seemed smitten by her and if I wasn't having technical difficulties I could post the picture. Maybe later I can edit it in. Check back. That's the cliff notes version for March 3rd. See everyone on the 10th. Except if you are in Costa Rica. (and you know who you are)

Soup in a work of Art!

The St. George Art Museum has much to offer, including Soup in a work of art!

Our Club was introduced or re-introduced to the work of the St. George Art Museum at our meeting on February 10th. Museum Manager and Curator, Deborah Reeder brought the members up to date on new acquisitions, current shows – including a large Zions National Park exhibit entitled An Art Voyage through Zion. She also introduced us to the work of Charles Becker whose exhibit, Into the Mysteries of the Super Real, is most intriguing.
When considering the impact of the current economy, Deborah and her staff have done a marvelous job of maintaining a high quality museum with interesting collections and exhibits. Deborah did express her sadness of being unable to bring traveling shows to St. George right now but hopes to resume those in the future as the area experiences some recovery.
She also reminded us that the economy has not put an end to the Art Walks! Enjoy an evening of gallery strolling – be sure start at the Museum for your visit card to win prizes – refreshments and good fun.
And, Deborah told us about the upcoming Soup ‘N Bowl Fundraiser, a luncheon which will include a hand-made bowl of your choice in which to enjoy your soup and take home for your personal collection. Advance tickets are available at the museum and will prevent the delay of standing in line for a ticket on fundraiser day, March 4th.
For more information on these activities and the broader perspective on the museum, visit their website: Museum@sgcty.org.
After a program on February 17th by our Membership Chair John Johnson, we will hear on February 24th from Kristy Pike on the Art Around the Corner Foundation as well public relations tips for our Club. See you then.

And, with this post, I pass the mantel to Todd Watts, the new “blogmaster.” Be sure to send him information you would like included in the blog.

Handing off once again, Marla

IronMan volunteer Registration

If you wish to help us at Run Aid Station Number 9, please click the link and scroll down to find us, and register.

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We are re-energizing!

We are re-energizing!

Newly installed President of the Rotary Club of Dixie Sunrise Jeff Wilcox led the members of the Club in a wonderful vision of getting our energy level up!

He began with asking long time member Herb to tell us about the journey his life took to get him to where he is today. Wow, who knew? The Space Program, astronauts, science and a lady named Pancho what a path! It will be fun to learn more about each other as Jeff invites us to tell our stories over the next year or so.

Paul stepped in for John for horseplay this week and as you can see, immediately got our new President involved!

Jeff discussed various things we need to do to get us out of second gear and on down the road. We will be looking at the structure of our committees, our obligations, our by-laws and our projects. And, we are jumping in with both feet as Lynn is finalizing the plans for the trip to Costa Rica to support the library project we have help to fund. And, Lynn and Paul are getting in gear for the Ironman on May 7th. Aid Station #9 is in the planning stages!

We talked about resuming activities such as trail cleaning and other things we have enjoyed in the past with members and families.

It will be fun to pick up speed.....stay tuned for progress reports!

See you all next week at the Abbey Inn!

Marla

Just what IS a Physiatrist?

The Rotary Club of Dixie Sunrise was “On The Road Again” this week, January 20th. (Yes, we are returning to the Abbey Inn next week.)

Marla invited us to meet at the Knight Education Center of Dixie Regional Medical Center where we learned from Dr. Rusty Moore the answer to the question “Just What Is a Physiatrist?” Dr. Moore, Medical Director of the Acute Rehabilitation Unit of Dixie Regional Medical Center, gave a presentation explaining his work and the work done at The Acute Rehab Unit. He explained that the work of that unit is to restore function to the patients who have come to the unit after a life changing event such as a stroke, a broken hip, or a spinal cord injury. He brought with him Lindsay Pugmire, Physical Therapist and Steven Wallenfels, Occupational Therapist. These gentleman spoke about the Interdisciplinary nature of the work of the unit in that the entire focus for physician, nursing and therapy is the Whole Person. Marla also invited Mitchell Cloward, Operations Officer of Dixie Regional and Ted Hugunin, Director of the Therapy Services at Dixie Regional who were able to answer other hospital and therapy related questions as well.
Please remember next week, Jan. 27th we are back at the Abbey Inn and will be having a Reorganization and Planning Meeting. Please plan to attend so we have the voice the whole group in planning our next activities.

See you then!
Marla

The Children's Justice Center is a VERY nice facility!

The Rotary Club of Dixie Sunrise was On the Road on January 13th.

Trish Sheffield was good enough to invite us for breakfast and to tour the Children’s Justice Center . Trish told us about the special features that make the building so effective is working with the children served by the center and shared with us a video they use for abuse prevention education. If you were there you know what an impact it had, if you missed it you missed something important. I am sure that if you stop by the CJC, Trish or her staff will be glad to show it to you.

Thank you Trish, breakfast was great, fellowship was great and it was very educational to see your facility.

This meeting also brought us a new Club President. Jeff Wilcox has agreed to assume the position of Club President early due to Mark Heiner’s need to have help with this obligation during this time of high stress for him and his family.

Jeff and the group engaged in a most beneficial and energizing discussion regarding the future of the Club. On January 27th, our meeting – back at the Abbey Inn – will be a reorganization meeting. It is Jeff’s goal is to quickly get people in place to conduct the tasks we have ahead. Please plan to attend that meeting, it is vital to have input from everyone.

Next week will be On the Road Again. We will meet at the Dixie Regional Medical Center’s Knight Education Center where we will learn about Physiatry from Dr. Rusty Moore.

Marla Shelby-Drabner, Past President

Southern Utah Senior Coalition

The final meeting of 2010 was a small, informal meeting of 14 Rotary friends! We had a little fun with the Marla's Tell me your Secrets questions and laughed as usual at the antics of our own John Johnson.

Tom Jennings, the energy behind a newly formed coaltion focusing on the needs of the over 60 population of St. George gave a brief presentation of his groups goal of expanding coordinated health and social services for seniors in St. George. He told us he is not asking for our time or our money but hopes to generate awareness of the gaps in the system here in St. George. Stay tuned, I'm sure we will hear more of this group in the near future.

With this post, we conclude the year 2010 as we will not meet on December 30th.

So, let me wish one and all a most Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year.

Blessings to all....

Marla

Breakfast With Santa!

It was great FUN! The Rotary Club of Dixie Sunrise celebrated Christmas AND the changing of the gavel AND the 2009-2010 Club Awards in a very fun Breakfast meeting on December 16th!

Marla thanked members of the Board of the 2009-2010 year and recognized our Club's highest honor The Rotarian of the Year which in this case was Rotarians of the Year.

It was my great pleasure to thank Paul Gooch and Lynn Spafford for the contribution they made to our Club last year in putting together Aid Station #9 for the Ironman. It was a great deal of work and managed only due to their high energy and enthusiasm. I can't thank you enough!

Mark honored me with my Past President's Pin and a beautiful recognition plaque for my office. Thank you Mark.

Mark also expressed our appreciation to Maria and Calvin for their continued devotion to feeding us each Thursday. It was our pleasure to offer them a small token of appreciation.

After a lovely breakfast - thank you Shayne as always for the hospitality of the Abbey Inn- we were entertained by the Santa Clara Friends! We most certainly enjoyed their music and fun spirit. A talented group of friends indeed.

And, breakfast with Santa is most certainly not complete with out Santa! And his (garbage) bag of gifts for one and all. Thank you for stopping by Santa, and it's to your left.......

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year one and all!

Now officially, Past President, Marla

Breakfast with Santa - Dixie Sunrise Rotary Style

Hi Everyone,

Many thanks to those who were in attendance yesterday - we missed those of you who weren't able to attend.

At yesterday's meeting Carl announced that he's having an open house and invited all his fellow Rotarians to attend.  I've emailed a small flyer to everyone announcing the same.  Don't worry about Carl's Detroit background - the Kulyk's home is located in SunRiver (the High Rent - Low Crime section of St George) plus he's a Marine.

Marla has offered to correlate a Breakfast of Christmas Cheer and Gratitude which will be on the 16th - the flyer is also attached.

Next week - December 9th, I've arranged for Dave Hawk of Servpro to join us and advise us on the fire dangers that are so frequent this time of year and how to avoid them in our own homes.

Information on Servpro can be obtained by clicking here.

Thanks for all your support and service.

Yours in Rotary,

-Mark