We have a lot of upcoming events, so be sure to check our calendar for all the happenings!
Thanks to all the Rotary and Interact club members who made it out to the Homecoming Parade this weekend! Check us out in PAC8’s video!
District 5520 Update
At our Tuesday lunch meeting, Asst Governor Laura Gonzales will update us on what’s new in District 5520. Club President Greg Viola will also share some recognition opportunities. If you can’t make it in person, you can join us on Zoom.
World Polio Day
World Polio Day is October 24 and we’ll be doing our Purple Pinky event at elementary schools in Los Alamos and White Rock. Please contact Alison Pannell if you’d like to participate.
Trick Or Treat On Mainstreet
Join us in front of CB Fox on October 24 4:00 – 6:00 PM to hand out candy to community youth during Trick or Treat on Mainstreet!
The LAHS Interact Club out together an entertaining float for this year’s homecoming parade. Please come out and cheer them on at 2:30 along Central Ave. If you’d like to participate in the parade with us, please wear your Rotary shirt and meet us at Canyon Complex at 2:00. If you need a Rotary shirt, we have a couple XL and XXL available. If you’d like to chip in $20 to help with the entry fee, decorations, or candy, you can Venmo James.
James Wernicke will speak aboutthe rest of his trip to Japan today: Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima. If you can’t attend in person, please consider joining us on Zoom.
For a complete list of upcoming events, check out our calendar. to
Homecoming Parade Sep 27
We are seeking four adults to help walk in the parade. Please contact James Wernicke if you’re interested. The LAHS Interact club will also be participating with us and decorating the float on Wednesday, September 25, @ 4:00. Meet at the Canyon School parking lot at 1:30 PM on Saturday, September 27.
White Rock Canyon Cleanup Sep 28
Still haven’t found a volunteer event for Public Lands Day on September 28th? Join Los Alamos County Open Space and Trails as we work to maintain White Rock Canyon Rim Trails. Over the years a network of social trails have been created leading to increased erosion and damage to a fragile ecosystem. Work will consist of closing social trails, building water diversions, removing unwanted Siberian elm trees and trimming back trail side vegetation. More information on this project and ways to sign up here.
Finally, thanks to everybody who came out last weekend to clean up the LAHS Memorial Garden for Clean Up Los Alamos Day. It looks great!
Please join us today at 9:00 AM at LAHS Memorial Garden to help us clean brush, debris, and make it all pretty looking for the school and the students we remember.
Sarah Piano will speak about Big Brothers Big Sisters at this week’s lunch meeting. Sarah is the Senior Director for the Northern New Mexico region. Big Brothers Big Sisters has a unique one-to-one mentoring experience which helps children achieve success in school, avoid risky behaviors, and improve their self-confidence. The organization started serving northern New Mexico in 1979 and continues to expand its impact. It has won Big Brothers Big Sisters Agency and Board of the Year awards as well as the Pinon Award from Santa Fe Community Foundation for its efforts. You can help by becoming a Big, donating at one of their clothing donation bins, and attending fundraising events. If you can’t attend in person, please consider joining us on Zoom.
Clean Up Los Alamos Day Sep 21
Join us on Saturday, September 21 at 9:00 AM to help clean up the LAHS Memorial Garden. The Memorial Garden honors students we lost during their high school years. It should be a fairly light effort if several people show up.
Homecoming Parade
We are seeking four adults to help walk in the parade. Please contact James Wernicke if you’re interested. The LAHS Interact club will also be participating with us and decorating the float on Wednesday, September 25, @ 4:00. Meet at the Canyon School parking lot at 1:30 PM on Saturday, September 27.
We have a couple events coming up in September. First, Clean Up Los Alamos Day is September 21. We’ll be meeting at LAHS Memorial Garden at 9:00 AM. Please bring your work gloves.
Next, we have the Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 27. We will be working with our Interact club to make a parade float. The theme this year is Carnaval de Rio. We look forward to your participation!
Yours in Rotary,
James Wernicke, Service Chair
This Week’s Speaker
September 10, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM United Church Los Alamos, NM
James Wernicke will present on his summer vacation to Japan. Touring Japan offers a rich blend of ancient tradition and modern innovation. Visitors can explore historical landmarks like Kyoto’s temples and shrines, the iconic Mount Fuji, and the bustling streets of Tokyo, where cutting-edge technology meets vibrant cultural districts. Japan’s efficient transportation system, including the famous Shinkansen (bullet train), makes it easy to travel across the country. Travelers can also experience unique customs like tea ceremonies, relax in traditional ryokan inns, and enjoy local cuisine, from sushi to ramen. Each region offers its own charm, from the peaceful countryside to lively urban centers. If you can’t attend in person, please join us on Zoom.
Malin Eidenbenz will also give us an update on their experience at RYLA 2024.
This Week’s Helpers
Finemaster TBD Sergeant of Arms TBD Rotary Minute TBD Please send lunch orders to Greg Viola by 7:00 PM on Sunday.
Want to help out with our weekly duties? It would sure help lighten the load, and boy, wouldn’t that be nice for those who serve week after week? If you would like to help out, please let our Membership Chair Linda Bullock know.
Accessibility Issues?
The United Church has an elevator to the second floor. Park in the second lot next to Cañoncito Montessori School where the playground overlooks the lot, and use the sidewalk that runs parallel to Canyon Road to reach the door leading to the elevators.
Upcoming Events
Bi-District Conference
November 15-16, 2024 Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
The Bi-District Conference is a two-day event that brings together Rotary clubs from northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It provides a platform for clubs to present their Global Grant projects and seek funding from other attending clubs.
This collaborative approach has led to numerous successful Global Grants over the years. The conference strengthens relationships between clubs across international borders, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared purpose.
Transportation will be provided from El Paso to the conference hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Contact Donna Pedace for carpooling arrangements from other locations. For more info, see this PDF.
Club Projects
Strive to Thrive
Join us in supporting a “Resiliency Course” to be constructed and implemented
For all students in Los Alamos Public Schools.
The Goal?
To help strengthen the mental health of our youth.
Why Support Us?
Boost students’ life skills by instilling focus, balance, determination and a whole host of valuable social-emotional abilities thus helping to improve: Self-Confidence, Esteem, Cooperation, Collaboration, Decision making, Communication Skills, Stress Reduction, Positive Risk-taking, Student Motivation, Social Cohesion, as well as Leadership, Goal Setting, and Teamwork
How can you help?
Your generous contribution will make a significant impact on our students’ lives. A check or this link will direct your tax deductible donation to Los Alamos Rotary 1312 Inc., our 501c3 charitable foundation, PO Box 986, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
Let’s strive together for a thriving community. For more information, contact Alison Pannell at (505)-570-0629 or livukenjani@gmail.com.
We have received inquiries from clubs and members eager to know how they can contribute. We believe the most effective approach for our district is to send donations directly to the Ruidoso Club’s Foundation. This will enable the Ruidoso Rotarians to allocate funds to where and when they are most needed. Your willingness to help and participate fills us with pride. Please send your donations to the address provided below, and they will be forwarded to the President of the Ruidoso Club.
Rotary Club of Ruidoso Foundation 1711 Quail Run Ct NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
Other News
Call For District Articles
D5520 Newsletter Editor Don Powell is requesting articles for the district newsletter Yucca. Keep your articles short and concise to help us produce a shorter newsletter. Photos are OK. Just remember to put down the names of the folks in the photo. We (the Yucca readers) would like to see flyers of your upcoming fundraisers and events and photos of the aftermath. We will inform you of the district happenings and upcoming events, conferences, seminars, training, etc.
Rotary Friendship Exchange
Would you like to be part of a team that will facilitate travel worldwide among Rotarians? Become part of the District’s Friendship Exchange team! Friendship Exchange is an international exchange program for Rotary members and friends that allows participants to take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs. Visit the website or contact Fernando Lopez for more info.
We have a couple events coming up in September. First, Clean Up Los Alamos Day is September 21. We’ll be meeting at LAHS Memorial Garden at 9:00 AM. Please bring your work gloves.
Next, we have the Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 27. We will be working with our Interact club to make a parade float. The theme this year is Carnaval de Rio. Here’s a video to give you an idea of what a Carnaval parade float should look like. We look forward to your participation!
Did you know you can support the club just by using the internet? Learn how to earn rewards with Bing Search and donate them to nonprofits.
Work at the lab and want to increase your donations? The lab does a 50% match on donations when donated through the lab giving tool.
Yours in Rotary,
James Wernicke, Service Chair
This Week’s Speaker
September 3, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM United Church Los Alamos, NM
Victoria Martinez will present on Los Alamos Assisted Living, Los Alamos Wellness and Rehabilitation, and Canyon Creek Healthcare.
These organizations are dedicated to providing high-quality care tailored to the needs of their residents. Los Alamos Assisted Living offers a supportive environment with personalized assistance, ensuring a comfortable and engaging lifestyle for seniors. Los Alamos Wellness and Rehabilitation focuses on restoring independence through comprehensive rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Canyon Creek Healthcare provides skilled nursing care, emphasizing compassionate support and a range of medical services to enhance the overall well-being and quality of life for its residents. Together, these facilities contribute to a community where residents can thrive with dignity and care.
If you can’t attend in person, please join us on Zoom.
This Week’s Helpers
Finemaster TBD Sergeant of Arms TBD Rotary Minute TBD Please send lunch orders to Greg Viola by 7:00 PM on Sunday.
Want to help out with our weekly duties? It would sure help lighten the load, and boy, wouldn’t that be nice for those who serve week after week? If you would like to help out, please let our Membership Chair Linda Bullock know.
Accessibility Issues?
The United Church has an elevator to the second floor. Park in the second lot next to Cañoncito Montessori School where the playground overlooks the lot, and use the sidewalk that runs parallel to Canyon Road to reach the door leading to the elevators.
Upcoming Events
Bi-District Conference
November 15-16, 2024 Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
The Bi-District Conference is a two-day event that brings together Rotary clubs from northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It provides a platform for clubs to present their Global Grant projects and seek funding from other attending clubs.
This collaborative approach has led to numerous successful Global Grants over the years. The conference strengthens relationships between clubs across international borders, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared purpose.
Transportation will be provided from El Paso to the conference hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Contact Donna Pedace for carpooling arrangements from other locations. For more info, see this PDF.
Club Projects
Strive to Thrive
Join us in supporting a “Resiliency Course” to be constructed and implemented
For all students in Los Alamos Public Schools.
The Goal?
To help strengthen the mental health of our youth.
Why Support Us?
Boost students’ life skills by instilling focus, balance, determination and a whole host of valuable social-emotional abilities thus helping to improve: Self-Confidence, Esteem, Cooperation, Collaboration, Decision making, Communication Skills, Stress Reduction, Positive Risk-taking, Student Motivation, Social Cohesion, as well as Leadership, Goal Setting, and Teamwork
How can you help?
Your generous contribution will make a significant impact on our students’ lives. A check or this link will direct your tax deductible donation to Los Alamos Rotary 1312 Inc., our 501c3 charitable foundation, PO Box 986, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
Let’s strive together for a thriving community. For more information, contact Alison Pannell at (505)-570-0629 or livukenjani@gmail.com.
We have received inquiries from clubs and members eager to know how they can contribute. We believe the most effective approach for our district is to send donations directly to the Ruidoso Club’s Foundation. This will enable the Ruidoso Rotarians to allocate funds to where and when they are most needed. Your willingness to help and participate fills us with pride. Please send your donations to the address provided below, and they will be forwarded to the President of the Ruidoso Club.
Rotary Club of Ruidoso Foundation 1711 Quail Run Ct NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
Other News
Call For District Articles
D5520 Newsletter Editor Don Powell is requesting articles for the district newsletter Yucca. Keep your articles short and concise to help us produce a shorter newsletter. Photos are OK. Just remember to put down the names of the folks in the photo. We (the Yucca readers) would like to see flyers of your upcoming fundraisers and events and photos of the aftermath. We will inform you of the district happenings and upcoming events, conferences, seminars, training, etc.
Rotary Friendship Exchange
Would you like to be part of a team that will facilitate travel worldwide among Rotarians? Become part of the District’s Friendship Exchange team! Friendship Exchange is an international exchange program for Rotary members and friends that allows participants to take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs. Visit the website or contact Fernando Lopez for more info.
Lance Metcalf departed for his Rotary Youth Exchange France today. Au revoir Lance!
The last summer concert is this Friday! These concerts are a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, raise awareness about Rotary, and recruit new members. If you’d like to lend a hand at our concert table, please reach out to me, and I’ll help you get set up.
Linda Hull is seeking donations for Chuck’s get well bouquet. If you are willing and able to help, please reach out to Linda.
Work at the lab and want to increase your donations? The lab does a 50% match on donations when donated through the lab giving tool.
Yours in Rotary,
James Wernicke, Service Chair
General Assembly This Week
August 27, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM United Church Los Alamos, NM
Please attend this week’s lunch meeting and participate in the club assembly. This is your chance to point the club in the direction you want it to go. f you can’t attend in person, please join us on Zoom.
This Week’s Helpers
Finemaster TBD Sergeant of Arms TBD Rotary Minute TBD Please send lunch orders to Greg Viola by 7:00 PM on Sunday.
Want to help out with our weekly duties? It would sure help lighten the load, and boy, wouldn’t that be nice for those who serve week after week? If you would like to help out, please let our Membership Chair Linda Bullock know.
Accessibility Issues?
The United Church has an elevator to the second floor. Park in the second lot next to Cañoncito Montessori School where the playground overlooks the lot, and use the sidewalk that runs parallel to Canyon Road to reach the door leading to the elevators.
Calendar
Bi-District Conference
November 15-16, 2024 Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
The Bi-District Conference is a two-day event that brings together Rotary clubs from northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It provides a platform for clubs to present their Global Grant projects and seek funding from other attending clubs.
This collaborative approach has led to numerous successful Global Grants over the years. The conference strengthens relationships between clubs across international borders, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared purpose.
Transportation will be provided from El Paso to the conference hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Contact Donna Pedace for carpooling arrangements from other locations. For more info, see this PDF.
Club Projects
Strive to Thrive
Join us in supporting a “Resiliency Course” to be constructed and implemented
For all students in Los Alamos Public Schools.
The Goal?
To help strengthen the mental health of our youth.
Why Support Us?
Boost students’ life skills by instilling focus, balance, determination and a whole host of valuable social-emotional abilities thus helping to improve: Self-Confidence, Esteem, Cooperation, Collaboration, Decision making, Communication Skills, Stress Reduction, Positive Risk-taking, Student Motivation, Social Cohesion, as well as Leadership, Goal Setting, and Teamwork
How can you help?
Your generous contribution will make a significant impact on our students’ lives. A check or this link will direct your tax deductible donation to Los Alamos Rotary 1312 Inc., our 501c3 charitable foundation, PO Box 986, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
Let’s strive together for a thriving community. For more information, contact Alison Pannell at (505)-570-0629 or livukenjani@gmail.com.
We have received inquiries from clubs and members eager to know how they can contribute. We believe the most effective approach for our district is to send donations directly to the Ruidoso Club’s Foundation. This will enable the Ruidoso Rotarians to allocate funds to where and when they are most needed. Your willingness to help and participate fills us with pride. Please send your donations to the address provided below, and they will be forwarded to the President of the Ruidoso Club.
Rotary Club of Ruidoso Foundation 1711 Quail Run Ct NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
Other News
Call For District Articles
D5520 Newsletter Editor Don Powell is requesting articles for the district newsletter Yucca. Keep your articles short and concise to help us produce a shorter newsletter. Photos are OK. Just remember to put down the names of the folks in the photo. We (the Yucca readers) would like to see flyers of your upcoming fundraisers and events and photos of the aftermath. We will inform you of the district happenings and upcoming events, conferences, seminars, training, etc.
Rotary Friendship Exchange
Would you like to be part of a team that will facilitate travel worldwide among Rotarians? Become part of the District’s Friendship Exchange team! Friendship Exchange is an international exchange program for Rotary members and friends that allows participants to take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs. Visit the website or contact Fernando Lopez for more info.
Please join us this Thursday, August 22 6:00 – 7:30 PM at SALA Event Center to watch the documentary “First We Bombed New Mexico”. It is a documentary about the New Mexico Downwinders who were exposed to radiation during the Trinity Site test. It follows their journey to seek justice from the US government for the injuries they suffered and continue to suffer, nearly 80 years later.
If you cannot make it to this showing, there are showings every day 6:00 – 7:30. Proceeds help the New Mexico Downwinders as well as local and women-owned small businesses. Tickets can be purchased here.
Time flies when you’re having fun! It’s hard to believe how quickly this summer is passing. While we’ve been busy enjoying the warm weather and community events, several important dates and opportunities are fast approaching.
First, a quick reminder that August 17th was Los Alamos Non-Profit Day. While the official day has passed, it’s never too late to show your support for your favorite local organizations, including our own Rotary Club!
Second, the SALA Oppenheimer Festival is in full swing! Don’t miss out on the fantastic events and thought-provoking films being showcased, including the award-winning documentary “First We Bombed New Mexico”. This powerful film sheds light on the often-overlooked consequences of nuclear testing on New Mexicans. Stay tuned for an invitation to a special Rotary movie night this week!
Third, the LAHS Memorial Garden needs our attention. Linda Hull has brought to our attention the need for some deferred maintenance in this special space. We’re currently gathering quotes from local landscapers, but we’re looking at a cost of around $1800. We need your help – through financial contributions or creative fundraising ideas – to make these necessary improvements.
Fourth, the summer concerts continue every Friday until August 30th! These concerts are a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, raise awareness about Rotary, and recruit new members. If you’d like to lend a hand at our concert table, please reach out to me, and I’ll help you get set up.
Fifth, mark your calendars for the Bi-District Conference on November 15-16! For the first time in 15 years, the conference will be held in Juarez, Mexico. While there will be a shuttle from El Paso to the conference venue, if you’re feeling adventurous, join me for an unforgettable culinary experience across the border!
Sixth, we need your help to keep our weekly meetings running smoothly. We’re seeking volunteers to fill various roles, including Finemaster, Sergeant at Arms, Rotary Minute, and A/V support. If you’re able to commit to volunteering at least once a month, or even just occasionally, please contact Linda Bullock.
Finally, the Ropes Course project is still in need of funding to train teachers. If you’d like to contribute to this valuable initiative, please reach out to Alison Pannell.
As always, thank you for your dedication and service to our community. Together, we can make a real difference!
Yours in Rotary,
James Wernicke, Service Chair
This Week’s Speaker
August 20, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM United Church Los Alamos, NM
At this week’s lunch meeting, we’ll hear from Tony Chan, who will share his insights and experiences from traveling and attending the 2024 Rotary International Convention in Singapore. Next, we’ll welcome Phillipine, our Rotary Youth Exchange student from France, who will share her first impressions of New Mexico. We hope you will join us. If you can’t attend in person, please join us on Zoom.
This Week’s Helpers
Finemaster TBD Sergeant of Arms TBD Rotary Minute TBD Please send lunch orders to Greg Viola by 7:00 PM on Sunday.
Want to help out with our weekly duties? It would sure help lighten the load, and boy, wouldn’t that be nice for those who serve week after week? If you would like to help out, please let our Membership Chair Linda Bullock know.
Accessibility Issues?
The United Church has an elevator to the second floor. Park in the second lot next to Cañoncito Montessori School where the playground overlooks the lot, and use the sidewalk that runs parallel to Canyon Road to reach the door leading to the elevators.
Calendar
Bi-District Conference
November 15-16, 2024 Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico
The Bi-District Conference is a two-day event that brings together Rotary clubs from northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It provides a platform for clubs to present their Global Grant projects and seek funding from other attending clubs.
This collaborative approach has led to numerous successful Global Grants over the years. The conference strengthens relationships between clubs across international borders, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared purpose.
Transportation will be provided from El Paso to the conference hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Contact Donna Pedace for carpooling arrangements from other locations. For more info, see this PDF.
Club Projects
Strive to Thrive
Join us in supporting a “Resiliency Course” to be constructed and implemented
For all students in Los Alamos Public Schools.
The Goal?
To help strengthen the mental health of our youth.
Why Support Us?
Boost students’ life skills by instilling focus, balance, determination and a whole host of valuable social-emotional abilities thus helping to improve: Self-Confidence, Esteem, Cooperation, Collaboration, Decision making, Communication Skills, Stress Reduction, Positive Risk-taking, Student Motivation, Social Cohesion, as well as Leadership, Goal Setting, and Teamwork
How can you help?
Your generous contribution will make a significant impact on our students’ lives. A check or this link will direct your tax deductible donation to Los Alamos Rotary 1312 Inc., our 501c3 charitable foundation, PO Box 986, Los Alamos, NM 87544.
Let’s strive together for a thriving community. For more information, contact Alison Pannell at (505)-570-0629 or livukenjani@gmail.com.
We have received inquiries from clubs and members eager to know how they can contribute. We believe the most effective approach for our district is to send donations directly to the Ruidoso Club’s Foundation. This will enable the Ruidoso Rotarians to allocate funds to where and when they are most needed. Your willingness to help and participate fills us with pride. Please send your donations to the address provided below, and they will be forwarded to the President of the Ruidoso Club.
Rotary Club of Ruidoso Foundation 1711 Quail Run Ct NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
Other News
Call For District Articles
D5520 Newsletter Editor Don Powell is requesting articles for the district newsletter Yucca. Keep your articles short and concise to help us produce a shorter newsletter. Photos are OK. Just remember to put down the names of the folks in the photo. We (the Yucca readers) would like to see flyers of your upcoming fundraisers and events and photos of the aftermath. We will inform you of the district happenings and upcoming events, conferences, seminars, training, etc.
Rotary Friendship Exchange
Would you like to be part of a team that will facilitate travel worldwide among Rotarians? Become part of the District’s Friendship Exchange team! Friendship Exchange is an international exchange program for Rotary members and friends that allows participants to take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs. Visit the website or contact Fernando Lopez for more info.
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