Posted by John Dycus on Jan 14, 2020
-- Why I said yes to Rotary. About 19 years ago I joined Rotary. I was recruited by a former AISD principal and didn't really know much about it. I had seen the blue and yellow signs and stickers all over the place, but like a great many people, I had never stopped to inquire what they represented. Soon I learned that the Four-Way Test serves as the direction Rotary clubs should follow, no matter where in the world they are located. Each club seems to have a different personality on the spectrum of what it can do in support of the Four-Way Test. I decided after several years that the club I had joined was not a good fit. I wanted to contribute not just money for international projects but right here in our community. After much thought and a little coaching from Dan Morales, I switched, hoping that I made the right move. Well ... I did! Joining Arlington Great Southwest Rotary brought a whole new perspective. This is a club that actually does things that matter as well as give to the Rotary Foundation for global work such as polio eradication. Everyone is involved in one way or another in projects like providing food for hungry kids, awarding scholarships to deserving students and, on the international front, funding wheelchairs for those who need them. Our club may be small, but we're mighty. When asked by other Rotarians which club I belong to, I am eager to say Great Southwest. At one event I even heard someone (I didn't know a soul) say, "Oh, the little club that does!" I was so proud. I have personally been assisted and encouraged by so many of you. (I had never been affiliated with a group of people who are like family.) We care about one another, and that's something that's hard to come by these days. I hope to continue being part of this family and doing whatever I can to strengthen our culture of "doing and giving." — Chris Durkin Calendar Jan. 15 – Ken Dillard, harmonic entertainer, Angelo's, 6 p.m. Jan. 22 – FORK, location TBA Jan. 29 – Jodie Haifley, speaking on the expansion of Arlington's Entertainment District 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?
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President's Minute
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Posted by Joan Hanak on Mar 18, 2012
District Governor Sharron Miles presented our Club last Wednesday with the RI “Every Rotarian Every Year Banner”. AGSW for the 2010-2011 Rotary Year was one of only approximately 1500 clubs of the 34,000 clubs worldwide to receive this honor. Four clubs in District 5790 received the honor. Our contributions to the Rotary Foundation averaged at least $100 per member and we had 100% of our members participate. Past President Joan Hanak offers her sincere thanks to each and every club member for their support of the Rotary Foundation.
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Jan 08, 2012
Robert is now a full member of Great Southwest Rotary. Welcome aboard!
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Blue badge ceremony
Red badge induction
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Robert Blake's Blue Badge Ceremony
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Posted by Brian Cotter on Nov 19, 2011
Former Arlington Great Southwest Rotary Club members DICK MALEC AND MARTHA MCAFFE are MARRIED!!! Congratulations to the Newlyweds from all your friends at your Rotary Club.
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THE RED RIVER MUST HAVE FROZEN OVER!!!
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Posted by Joan Hanak on Nov 13, 2011
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Notice is hereby provided by the Nominating Committee for the proposed slate of Board of Directors to be elected for the 2012-2013 Rotary Year. Election will be during our Annual Meeting at noon at Humperdink's on December 7, 2011.
Nominations are:
President: Matthew Barrier President Elect: Viv Ann Blair Treasurer: Joe Sarabia Secretary: Janel Holt Directors: (three to be elected)
Edwin Brubaker
Landers Isom, Jr. Mike Love
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The club bylaws provide for additional names to be placed in nomination for these offices by the general membership. These nominations will be called for by the Presiding Officer at the club’s regular meeting two weeks prior to the Annual Meeting. Since our Annual Meeting is Dec. 7, 2011, the call for additional nominations will be on November 23rd this year. (Section 3 Article 3 of the AGSW Bylaws).
Respectfully Submitted,
Joan Hanak, Chairman
2011-2012 Nominating Committee
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2012-2013 Board of Directors Nominees
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2011-11-14 00:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Cotter on Sep 17, 2011
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This is Rotary, Service Above Self
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2011-09-18 00:00:00Z |
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Aug 21, 2011
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Rotary Foundation Matching Grant Celaya Wheelchair project: On the move
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Patrick Embry
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2011-08-22 00:00:00Z |
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Aug 21, 2011
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Video Message from RI President Kalyan Banerjee
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Aug 21, 2011
Rotary Foundation Matching Grant wheelchair project is moving forward. Click the story in the News section of our newsletter to read more.
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Wheelchair project
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Jul 17, 2011
Last Wednesday, Julie and Gladiola offered an excellent recap of their exciting adventures during 2011 RYLA in Denton. From skits to tree plantings to mock city council meetings to formal dinners, they really put a lot into--and got a lot out of--our sponsorship of their attendance. Unfortunately, Tech Le could not offer his thoughts because he was busy getting ahead in summer school.
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RYLA students Julie Sutton & Gladiola Quinones
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Jul 13, 2011
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2011 RYLA group photo - Denton, Texas
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Posted by Patrick Embry on Jul 10, 2011
by Brian Cotter
“Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.” Will Rogers
Our new Rotary Year is underway, as we begin to build up our membership to its past glory. At our Club Assembly last week we mapped out a course for us all to strive to attain in making this year shine.
Our program for this week is the RYLA students presentation on their life changing experiences at the last RYLA conference that our club provided by our Rotary Youth Leadership Award scholarships to the three lucky students. Sam Houston High School students Gladiola Quinones, Tech Le and Julie Sutton will provide illumination into the leadership skills they developed at the RYLA conference. Don’t miss this program that is valued by our members as a vital part of our community youth services as evidenced by our survey respondents.
Next week July 20th Rotarian Joy Griffin will provide a Community Health Needs Assessment of Arlington Memorial Hospital (aka Texas Health). This is the hospital where both of my sons were born and where I have received many stitches in the ER. It is vital resource to serve the needs of the citizens of the northern sector of our city.
The thoughts and prayers of our members go out to the family of Ranger fan Shannon Stone who tragically died in a fall accident at the Ballpark. May God rest his soul.
Sincerely,
Brian Cotter, RLA, ASLA
Club President 2011-2012
Arlington Great Southwest Rotary Club
“Fellowship is wonderful; it illuminates life’s pathway, spreads good cheer, and is worth high price.” Paul Harris
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President's Minute
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Patrick Embry
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Posted by Joe Sarabia on May 18, 2011
We are very happy to announce that we have selected three juniors from Sam Houston High School to represent Arlington Great Southwest Rotary at RYLA this year. The students are Gladiola Quinones, Tech Le and Julie Sutton. We will have an opportunity to meet these impressive young people during the summer as they visit with our club during a Rotary Wednesday meeting to share and discuss their experiences with us. Please make sure to mark your calendar when a date for their presentation has been finalized.
RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) is an international event, organized at the district level, which provides our young leaders an opportunity to experience an intensive leadership development program over three days during the summer. For more information, visit Rotary District 5790’s webpage at http://www.clubrunner.ca/Portal/Home.aspx?accountid=50068.
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2011 Club RYLA Scholars
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Joe Sarabia
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Posted by Patrick Embry
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Posted by Dan Morales
UTA Rotaract's
Bowling for Humanity Fund Raiser
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UTA Rotaract's Game Night at UTA
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Posted by Matthew Barrier
All Day April 10, 2011 - Be There, Invite Friends, and Spread the Word!
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Olenjack's Grille Fund Raiser - April 10th!
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Matthew Barrier
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Posted by Brian Cotter
It's time for the District Assembly. See more information below.
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District Assembly is Here
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Posted by Matthew Barrier
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2010-2011 4-way Speech Competition
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Matthew Barrier
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Posted by James Quick
John J. Maresca - "Education for the World of Tomorrow"
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Education for the World of Tomorrow
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James Quick
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Posted by Matthew Barrier
An Evening of Entertainment, Dining, Dancing, & Fun
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2011 Mardi Gras Unmasked Gala
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Matthew Barrier
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Posted by Matthew Barrier
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Mardi Gras Unmasked Gala Committees
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Matthew Barrier
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Posted by Bruce Dalton
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2-Week Notice: 2011-2012 Board of Directors
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Bruce Dalton
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Posted by Phyllis Badgett
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Oakwood Poinsettia Donations & Christmas Party
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Phyllis Badgett
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Jim DeShong thought this would be a fitting story.
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Will You give this to my Daddy?
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Posted by Shari Smith
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Volunteers Needed: Arlington Life Shelter Project
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Shari Smith
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Posted by James Runzheimer
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Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony
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Posted by Matthew Barrier
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Foundation Minute for November
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Matthew Barrier
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Posted by Matthew Barrier
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Advertise on Our Club Website
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Matthew Barrier
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Posted by Dennis Marrou
50/50 Draw
As of January 19, 2012 Current Amount: $147.53 Cards Left: 32
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$ 50/50 DRAW $
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Posted by Philip Stumbo
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Rotary International members administering drops i
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Posted by Philip Stumbo
The Club has a District Simplified Grant to award 12 bicycles in a elementary school reading contests at Atherton and Beth Anderson Elementary Schools.
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Bicycles for Schools
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Philip Stumbo
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