Scroll - September 2018
Paul’s Place – Friday, September 28th, 2018, 6:30am
President Mike Cuchna opened the meeting. Following the opening, introduction of guests and announcements were made.
Announcements:
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23 Oct - FOH Meeting, 5:30, Nancy's
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10 Nov - Rotary Foundation Dinner, 5:30-9:00, Stockton Country Club
Program
The Executive Director of C.A.S.A. (Court Appointed Special Advocates), Cathie Lancaster spoke about the impact CASA has on kids in Merced County. CASA currently serves about 150 of the approximate 600 kids in Merced County in Foster Care. Volunteers and trained and the serve as advocates for these kids in the absence of their parents.
It is a commitment to become a CASA volunteer advocate. 30 hours of classroom training, five hours of courtroom observation and the commitment of 18 months assisting kids.
However the benefit to kids is very positive. Fewer drop out of high school, fewer will be unemployed and fewer will become incarcerated. Its a big win for the kids and for the volunteers who help make their loves a little better.
For more information visit the CASA web site.
Paul’s Place – Friday, September 14th, 2018, 6:30am
President Mike Cuchna opened the meeting. Following the opening, introduction of guests and announcements were made.
Announcements:
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15 Sep - Grape Picking and Crushing, see Alan for detains
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18 Sep - Murder at the 510 Bistro, Boys and Girls Club of Merced County, 6:30 -9:00
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18 Sep - The Woman Entrepreneur Conference, Multicultural Arts Center, 11:00-2:00
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10 Nov - Rotary Foundation Dinner, 5:30-9:00, Stockton Country Club
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27 Sep - Rotary webinar - Social Media 101, see Mike C for details
Program
Quite a it of excitement was exhibited both during and after the meeting because of our presenter, Heather Marquez, from Junior Achievement (JA). Heather got us involved with the curriculum JA has developed for schools teaching kids Financial Literacy and Capability.
JA trains volunteers to share their experience with young people to better understand how money works. Their program aligns with National Standards and address grades K-12. It is clear that JA has had an impact on students knowledge and are better prepared to address their finances as adults.
You never know, this could be a great project between Rotary, Rotaract and Interact. Lots of members provided lots of questions on potential involvement.
For more information visit the JA web site.
Regional Director Central San Joaquin Valley
Regional Director Central San Joaquin Valley
Paul’s Place – Friday, September 7th, 2018, 6:30am
President Mike Cuchna opened the meeting. Following the opening, introduction of guests and announcements were made.
Announcements:
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26-27 Oct, Yosemite Peace Symposium, Tenaya Lodge
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18 Sep - Murder at the 510 Bistro, fundraiser Boys and Girls Club
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18 Sep - The Woman Entrepreneur Conference, Multicultural Arts Center, 11:00-2:00
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N/S Football Classic Planning Committee, rep needed
Program
Today Playhouse Merced Board of Board of Directors President, Jenni Samuelson, and Board of Directors Member, Kory Billings, provided us with an overview of happenings. Did you know facts, new plays, and efforts to update facilities were provided.
Plays:
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Titanic - 24 Aug - 16 Sep
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Little Shop of Horrors - 5 Oct - 31 Oct
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Annie - 16 Nov - 9 Dec
Building:
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Signs, Main Street and back entrance
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Restrooms
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Carpet
Did You Know:
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Nine main stage productions
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28 children or school productions
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20,000 filled seats
To name a few items in each category. For more information click here.
President, Playhouse Merced Board of Directors
President, Playhouse Merced Board of Directors