Last week, Dan Murphy was honored for being chosen Tigard’s First Citizen by the Chamber of Commerce. Several club members remarked that they had been unaware of just how much Dan does for others in our community. For 25 years, he has been the general manager of the Broadway Rose Theater which, as Stuart put it, brought a bit of New York to Tigard at a time when culture was not readily available in our neck of the woods. Jack remarked that he sits on the board of a philanthropic organization that gives grants to arts organizations, the second highest of which always goes to the Broadway Rose. According to the press release, “for the last 20+ years, Dan has been engaged in the fabric of the Tigard community on a variety of volunteer levels including Tigard Rotary (14 years), Tigard Chamber Board of Directors (8 years), Tigard Senior Center Meals on Wheels Volunteer (6+ years), Tigard Tualatin School District (TTSD) (14 years), Washington County Visitors Association (2 years), Tigard High Scholastic Achievement Banquet (13 years), Community Partners for Affordable Housing (7 years) and the Tigard Downtown Task Force (2 years). Knighted as a Royal Rosarian in August 2015 and board member of Portland Area Theatre Alliance for the last 3 years, Dan has helped increase the visibility of Tigard within the Portland Metro area.” Dan really walks the Rotary walk. Congratulations, Dan!
At yesterday’s meeting, Bob Davidson reminded everyone that he will be turning in orders for roses to the florist first thing Monday morning. You still have time to get your last minute orders in by emailing or calling Bob. Jim Corliss’ placed his usual order of 150 dozen, and Sue Yesilada has sold over 25 dozen. This year’s goal is 500 dozen.
It’s nearly time for the annual THS Achievement Banquet and sponsors are still needed. Please contact Jim Strickler ASAP if you can sponsor a table. Cost is $100 and includes one dinner ticket.
The District Training Assembly will be held on April 23 from 9:00 – 2:30 at West Linn High School. Check in is from 8 – 9 AM and the Resource Fair extends from 8:00 until 2:30. You can register on the District web site at www.rotaryd5100.org. When registering, please indicate that the Club will pay your fee.
Ed announced that we will have an exchange student coming from India for the upcoming school year. Please let him know if you can host “Angelo” during her stay.
Julie reminded everyone about the wine tasting and potluck dinner coming up on May 7 from 4 – 7 PM at McCleskey Cellars. Cost is $10 per person, and includes wine tasting and after dinner coffee. Non- alcoholic beverages will also be available. Bottles of wine can be purchased to take home. Club members and their adult guests are welcome. A sign up sheet was circulated and will be again next week. Please give cash or make checks payable to Julie Ketchum. You can also contact Julie by email.
Marty Wine was honored with a Sapphire pin for her continuing monetary commitment to the Rotary International Foundation. Way to go, Marty!
Annie announced that she will be going to Italy on exchange. Last week she announced that she would not be going to Turkey due to safety warnings issued by the US Dept of State. No word on the exact location yet, but Annie is excited!
Charly will be moving to her new and final host family on Monday.