WELCOME Rotarians announced PRESIDENT MARGARET HIGGINS this Wednesday’s meeting. PRESIDENT MARGARET rang the bell at 12p to officially get the meeting started then made the announcement on the buffet, we will have fellowship then at 12:15p we will start the presentation by DON JORGENSEN of “The Hidden Secret of Rotary”.
After some fellowship time and lunch, PRESIDENT MARGARET HIGGINS started the meeting. We were led in the pledge and song by THERESA LINNANE. Today’s song was “You’re a Grand Old Flag’ with KHRIS DODGE on the keyboard.
The inspirational moment was given by JIM GARRETT who reminded us of the origins of the 4-Way Test and how beneficial it’s been to anyone that’s put it into their personal philosophy. CHRIS KIM filling in for Sergeant, was at the podium to introduce our guests for this Wednesday luncheon. Welcome all Rotarians and guests. It’s great to see all of you here.
PRESIDENT MARGARET reminded us of the books she’s been collecting for the Conference of Clubs upcoming on Oct. 6th & 7th, be sure to bring your books. She then announced ANN HUBER, Assistant District Governor to introduce DON JORGENSEN, District Governor who will speak on “The Hidden Secret of Rotary.” He is the founder of Jorgensen Health Care Associates and shared numerous other accolades that DON has accomplished over his years profession and during his years of service to Rotary. DON reminded us of all the impact we have as Rotarians. We need to adapt and evolve and as Rotary we have been great at adapting and evolving. Flowing with the changes as progress is made in the fight to end polio and promote literacy and education within our community as well as many other service projects of the numerous Rotary Clubs in the District. DON said his number one job for us is to ‘Support Your Club’, he’s here to help us do our thing, support us as we put our goals into action. Rotarians are truly people of action. The District is here to support us, our members, the committees. DON continued to share his plan of supporting the district while improving what we do as a Club. We need to measure what we do then share those in different terms. He’d like to know just how many people have been impacted vs. the amount of money we’ve raised. Hearing about how many individuals have been affected by our service projects is so much more impactful. PRESIDENT MARGARET HIGGINS announced the book “The Wonderful Things You Will Be” will be added to our Make Way for Books Library for DON JORGENSEN to sign as we continue to support children’s literacy in Tucson.
District Governor Don Jorgensen gave a well deserved recognition to MIKE ANDERSON for his many contributions and his long time service to the Club and to Rotary. Congratulations MIKE and a huge thank you for everything you do for the Club and for Rotary. You truly are the SERVICE ABOVE SELF!!!
There were two Rotary Birthdays this week. Happy birthday to: TOM MCKINNEY (9/15) and, KURTIS DAWSON (9/20). A very happy birthday to both of you!
There was an introduction of a new member by STEVE PICKERING. Welcome ALEC BERENS of BGK Capital!CHAR HARRIS presented the newest Paul Harris Award to DIANA CANNON for her service and dedication to Rotary Club of Tucson as well as a variety of several other community projects. 
The Raffle and King of Clubs game presented by CHRIS KIM. King of Clubs card was not drawn. Better luck to all club members next meeting.
Next up…Rotary Announcements:
PRESIDENT MARGARET HIGGINS began today’s announcements by letting us know we will be seeing the Greeter Line return. We need to have members sign up to be a greeter. Let’s get a good amount of people to sign up. She reminded us to bring children’s books for the Make Way for Books library. Please be sure to register for the Conference of Clubs on Oct. 6th and 7th.
PRESIDENT MARGARET directed our attention to the back of the room where there are several years of ‘theme’ pins available to pick up. CHAR HARRIS has been wonderful at creating a diagram of the theme and meaning of each pin.
JONATHAN WALKUP announced the items needed for the OPCS Service Project; these items are critically needed. There is a list on your table of the items, you can contribute to the project with very little time investment and money. JONATHAN himself visited a Dollar Tree where he found most of the items. Be sure to bring those items with you to the next meeting on Oct. 4th where they will be collected then delivered to OPCS.
BRUCE JACOBS announced the walking tour on October 12th with MARK IRVIN and FLETCHER MCCUSKER around downtown with drinks afterwards at The Leo Kent. BRUCE also reminded us of the Friday Night Dinner at The Gregory School on Oct. 20th from 5p-7:30p, you must register on Club Runner.
MARCY EULER was at the podium to share how to volunteer for The Tucson Classics Car Show. We really need Rotarians to sign up to do the money jobs. That’s where we need your help the most, in a money collecting position.
JEANNE ZETAH gave a car show update on the current fundraising and ticket selling efforts, gave thanks to all the members who have been selling Car Show Tickets at events and to all members who are keeping up the great work of getting out there and selling tickets. Get out there and sell those tickets. Thank you all for your help.
JON WANG asked anyone who is volunteering for the car show to be sure to and wear your service shirts. They are available at the back of the room.
PRESIDENT MARGARET HIGGINS closed by thanking all our members, guests, and virtual attendees for being here today. DON JORGENSEN gave the final toast before PRESIDENT MARGARET HIGGINS rang the bell to adjourn the meeting.
