Rio Squawk 11.18.10 by Tempe Rio Salado Rotary

November 18, 2010

â&#x20AC;&#x2022;Every day, almost 16,000 children die from hunger-related causes. That's one child every 5 seconds.â&#x20AC;&#x2013;

National Hunger & Homeless Awareness Week

The Rio Squawk The official newsletter of the Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club ”The Funniest Rotary Club West & East of the Mississippi.”

District 5510 ~ Tempe, Arizona USA For information regarding subscriptions, advertising, submitting or requesting a story or photograph, sending a letter or making a comment, Email: patrick@pnacentral.org The Rio Squawk is a free publication circulated weekly to both Rotarians and non-Rotarians worldwide, with readership on six continents. For membership information, call 623-326-7951 or join us for breakfast 7:00AM Thursdays at the Hometown Buffet, 1312 N Scottsdale Rd

Rotary International President Ray Klinginsmith - Missouri, USA District 5510 Governor - Glenn W. Smith Governor Elect - Alan Havir Governor Nominee – Abe Feder Assistant Governor – John Slentz Secretary - Perry Rattiner Treasurer - Joanne Kline World’s First Service Club Organization Founded on February 23, 1905 Over 1,200,000 Members in 33,000 clubs Located in over 200 Countries Worldwide

IN THIS ISSUE 3 4 6 8 12 17 18 19 20 22 26 31 32 33 34 45 42 54

Club Minutes Election Results Pictures from today‘s meeting AASK (Today‘s Presentation) Hunger & Homeless (Cover Story) Laura Kalb in Jordan Smack Down – Round One Picture of the Week Mailbox ABC‘s of Rotary Born to be Wild – Tiger Paw Tundra Comics Tears of Joy Timmy the Squirrel Miscellaneous Foolishness Display Ads Speakers Bureau Happy Halloween Card

Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club President Corey Bruggeman Immediate Past President Patrick de Haan Vice President James Greene Secretary Jack Buckles Treasurer Bobbi de Haan Sergeant at Arms PDG Ben Eubank Environmental Services Chair Jim Lemmon Gift of Life Chair Ron Freeman Greeter Kent Hendricks Guiding Rotarian PDG Ben Eubank Health Services Chair PDG Ben Eubank International Service Chair Dona Eubank Leadership Committee Chair Bobbi de Haan Marketing Committee Chair Greg Searfoss Membership Committee Co-Chairs PDG Ben Eubank & Patrick de Haan Official Mascot Rio Macaw Pathway to Reading Committee Chair Jack Buckles Photographer/Writer Bobbi De Haan PolioPlus Committee PDG Ben Eubank & Brad Dowden Progetto Salvamamme – Salvabebè James Greene & Bobbi de Haan Public Relations & Media Management Patrick de Haan River Rally, Octoberfest, Picnic in the Park Jim Lemmon Rotary Foundation Chair PDG Ben Eubank Service Committee Chair Lynsie Scharpf Trainers Kent Hendricks Geoff Pashkowski Ambassadorial Scholars Justin Randall (Spain) Laura Kalb (Middle East) Beth Anne Martin (2011 Latin America) Service Above Self Award Recipients Jim Lemmon (2001) PDG Ben Eubank (2007)

Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club Eli Marez - AASK November 18, 2010 PRESENT: Corey Bruggeman, Jack Buckles, Sandi Daly, Bobbi de Haan, Patrick de Haan, Ben Eubank, Dona Eubank, Ron Freeman, Kent Henricks, Tim Lidster, Geoff Pashkowski, and Linda Searfoss. GUESTS: Rick Daly, Eli Marez, and Claudia. Eli Marez, AASK 1) President Corey tried to call the meeting to order promptly at 7:00AM. 2) Invocation – Tim Lidster

We missed you BRAD, DENNIS, BRIAN, JIM, ANITA, GREG, and LYNSIE.

3) Pledge & Four Way Test 4) Introduction of Guests – Kent Rick Daly – World Famous Stilt Dancer Eli Marez – AASK – Director Todos Los Ninos Claudia – AASK 5) Get Food – GOOD as usual – BACON! 6) Bumper Snicker of the Week: ―Chocolate, Coffee, and Men – Some things are always better Rich!‖ (Seen on Dona Eubank‘s pickup) 7) Rio Macaw – More bad jokes, as usual! Bad parrot! Q – Why do turkeys go ―Gobble, Gobble?‖ A – Because they never learned good table manners! Q – What‘s round and red and wears a diaper? A – A baby cranberry! 8) Linda is making designer scarves to sell as a fundraiser for our Christmas events. If anyone would like to purchase a scarf, see Linda. They are beautiful and make great Christmas presents. Linda is looking for some places where she can sell the scarves. If you know a location or have any ideas, contact her. 9) Elections: We held our annual elections for the 2011-2012 officers. Jack Buckles became our President-Elect. Bobbi de Haan will be Secretary/Treasurer, assisted with the Secretary‘s responsibility by Tim Lidster. Ben Eubank will continue as Sergeant-at-Arms. Rio Macaw will continue as Club Mascot. Congratulations, everybody. 10) Pat reported that Oak Craft in Peoria has agreed to paint the wooden lung for us. They are a large furniture manufacturer producing top-end wooden items. They have the ability to give the lung a professional finish. Special thanks to Windy Mortensen for arranging this. Windy is a Lieutenant Governor in the Kiwanis Southwest District. 11) Presentation: We had a wonderful presentation today from Eli Marez. The subject was AASK (Aid to Adoption of Special Kids). Eli is the Director of their TODOS LOS NIÑOS program. This was Eli‘s second visit to Tempe Rio Salado and it was very interesting to hear about the progress they have made since the last time he spoke to us. Since then, we have participated in their annual Christmas party. Another link with AASK is that Geoff Pashkowski‘s wife, Barbara, has just become an AASK Board member. (See page 7 for a report on the presentation) 12) Corey adjourned the meeting at 8:10 AM

Saturday ~ December 4th ~ 6:00 PM Hosted by Corey and Pattie At the Bruggeman Scottsdale Estate

Potluck Dinner

Please bring a main dish, side dish, or dessert. Appetizers and Drinks will be provided

White Elephant Gift Exchange Please RSVP to Corey by 12/1/10

THE GREAT ELECTION OF 2010

Ben Eubank and Linda Searfoss count the votes.

And the Winner is . . .

CONGRATULATIONS TO PRESIDENT-ELECT JACK

Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club

Handmade Designer Christmas Scarves

These make Great Christmas presents!

Only $20 each! . 100% of the proceeds go to buying toys for impoverished children For information or to place an order, contact Linda Searfoss lrsearfoss@msn.com

Photos by Rio Candid Pictures from Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meeting

(Above) Corey presents our guests with Whoopee Cushions. (Left) Claudia from AASK (Below) Members and guests listen to Eli Marezâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC; excellent presentation about the AASK Todos Los Ninos program.

(Above) Eli Marez, Director of Todos los Ninos, is presented with his official Tempe Rio Salado Whoopee Cushion (Left) Our world famous Whoopee Cushion Banner

(Right) The first batch of toys arrives, courtesy of Corey and Pattie Bruggeman.

THIS WEEK‘S PRESENTATION Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK) AASK is a private, non-profit adoption and child placing agency, incorporated in 1988, and licensed by the Arizona Department of Economic Security. The agency is dedicated to the placement of children with special needs into permanent, loving homes. AASK‘s goal of building and preserving families is served through parent training and education, birth parent counseling, adoption placement, specialized medical foster care for young children, post-placement case management, support and supervision, and community education.

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Founded by Katherine Herberger Purpose: to ensure that every child in the foster care system in Arizona has a loving caring family. AASK has placed more than 1,600 children in permanent homes. 500 children spend their night in an AASK home. There are 10,100 foster care children in the state of Arizona. There are 500,000 foster care children nationally.

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National study was conducted o Latino children wait longer in the system. o For every Anglo child placed in a home, 3 Latino children wait. o Cultural barriers: ―mi sangre no es tu sangre‖ o Misinformation: too expensive, government process too complicated o Need to focus recruitment efforts amongst Latinos What is AASK doing? o TLN department focuses specifically to inform the latino community (bilingual/monolingual)  Univision television, Univision radio, La Voz, La Prensa, Latino Perspectives, Latina TV, Telemundo, Disney Radio o TLN staff  Bilingual o TLN provides cultural specific training and support

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Foster teens ―age out‖ of the system. o In 2009, 760 kids ―aged out‖ Foster teens without support are: o less likely to finish high school o more likely to be homeless o more likely to be unemployed, live in poverty o more likely to become involved in violence, drug and alcohol abuse and incarcerated What is AASK doing? o Recruits mentors for foster care children o Provides training and support o Has formed 200 mentor relationships o 40 foster children are currently waiting for a mentor How does a mentor help a teen? o Getting a car o Learning to drive o Applying for car insurance o How to budget his money o Obtaining employment o Getting into College o Building life skills o Learning morals and a guide to live life o Develop a sense of belonging and identity

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Become a hub of information Web to Web partner Seasonal gifting Fundraising support/sponsorship Become a mentor Host an orientation Business reference

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www.aask-az.org Main number (602) 254-2275 Todos Los Niños (602) 930-4462

Get Involved! This project runs through January 8th

Making a Difference...Making a Difference... So, RIM's fundraiser, A Dollar Makes A Difference (http://www.adollarmakesadifference.com), kicked off this last weekend - how many of you would be willing to help us prove a point? We have been challenged (by the "YES I CAN" man himself, Don Ratliff) to set a big goal for this fundraiser. We were originally going to go for $25,000.00. Don challenged us to double that, which we found very exciting and adventurous, in all sorts of ways that have caused RIM and I (Mrs. Rim) to both grow as individuals and as partners in both life and this endeavor. We are very grateful for that! So, here's where we can use your help. This fundraiser began last Saturday October 9, 2010 with the kick-off party, and it will end officially on Saturday January 8, 2011 with a party that is ALREADY promising to be a huge event! During these three months - amidst all the activities and events and contests and raffles that will be getting under way - we are going to ask for people to participate by donating just ONE DOLLAR to this fundraiser. Of course, if people would like to give more, that would CERTAINLY be welcome. But the whole point behind "A Dollar Makes A Difference" is this: $50,000.00 SEEMS like a lot of money to raise, doesn't it? Now look at it this way... What if 50,000 PEOPLE each gave ONE DOLLAR APIECE?! That seems a lot more do-able, doesn't it? What would happen if YOU were to donate just ONE DOLLAR, and then ask one or two of your friends to do the same? Would you be willing to part with ONE DOLLAR to be a part of something HUGE to benefit a group of heroes who are not only worthy of our attention and appreciation, but who DESERVE our attention, appreciation and admiration? We are asking for your help in the form of giving just ONE DOLLAR, and then asking your friends to do the same. What's a dollar to you? What if YOUR dollar is the one that makes the difference? Guess what... IT IS!! We are so grateful for your willingness to participate! And I, personally, am so very grateful for your help in contributing to my husband's success in this venture that is so incredibly close to his heart.

A Dollar Makes A Difference A dollar can make a difference It can change a person's life It can serve a soldier in combat It can serve that soldier's wife*

We let our soldiers know that we care By supporting Packages From Home Your dollar will go toward shipping A package of "care" to the combat zone

God bless America, and God bless those men and women and their families, who have sacrificed - for us - more than we can ever hope to really comprehend or appreciate.

Rick and Sandi Daly "I want to serve the people who have been serving FOR US."

Rick Daly

And when our troops return They sometimes need a hand The Emergency Relief Fund Provides "solution" for problems unplanned As we raise money to help these two charities Our intention is simply to serve The men and women who give of themselves That our forefathers' Dreams be preserved. By Sandra Anne Daly

*We would like to acknowledge that we are aware that there are women in the military, as well, and husbands here at home—the word “wife” just works well for the poem. Thank you for understanding.

COVER STORY

NATIONAL HUNGER AND HOMELESS AWARENESS WEEK

HUNGER Hunger is a term which has three meanings (Oxford English Dictionary 1971)   

the uneasy or painful sensation caused by want of food; craving appetite. Also the exhausted condition caused by want of food the want or scarcity of food in a country a strong desire or craving

World hunger refers to the second definition, aggregated to the world level. The related technical term (in this case operationalized in medicine) is malnutrition.1 Malnutrition is a general term that indicates a lack of some or all nutritional elements necessary for human health (Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia). There are two basic types of malnutrition. The first and most important is protein-energy malnutrition--the lack of enough protein (from meat and other sources) and food that provides energy (measured in calories) which all of the basic food groups provide. This is the type of malnutrition that is referred to when world hunger is discussed. The second type of malnutrition, also very important, is micronutrient (vitamin and mineral) deficiency. This is not the type of malnutrition that is referred to when world hunger is discussed, though it is certainly very important. Recently there has also been a move to include obesity as a third form of malnutrition. Considering obesity as malnutrition expands the previous usual meaning of the term which referred to poor nutrition due to lack of food inputs. It is poor nutrition, but it is certainly not typically due to a lack of calories, but rather too many (although poor food choices, often due to poverty, are part of the problem). Obesity will not be considered here, although obesity is certainly a health problem and is increasingly considered as a type of malnutrition.

925 MILLION HUNGRY PEOPLE IN 2010

Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) is the most lethal form of malnutrition/hunger. It is basically a lack of calories and protein. Food is converted into energy by humans, and the energy contained in food is measured by calories. Protein is necessary for key body functions including provision of essential amino acids and development and maintenance of muscles. No one really knows how many people are malnourished. The statistic most frequently cited is that of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, which measures ―undernutrition.‖ The most recent estimate, released in October 2010 by FAO, says that 925 billion people are undernourished. As the figure below shows, the number of hungry people has increased since 1995-97, though the number is down from last year. The increase has been due to three factors: 1) neglect of agriculture relevant to very poor people by governments and international agencies; 2) the current worldwide economic crisis, and 3) the significant increase of food prices in the last several years which has been devastating to those with only a few dollars a day to spend. 925 million people is 13.6% of the estimated world population of 6.8 billion, nearly all of the undernourished are in developing countries. The FAO estimate is based on statistical aggregates. It looks at a country's income level and income distribution and uses this information to estimate how many people receive such a low level of income that they are malnourished. It is not an estimate based on seeing to what extent actual people are malnourished and projecting from there (as would be done by survey sampling). It has been argued that the FAO approach is not sufficient to give accurate estimates of malnutrition (Poverty and Undernutrition p. 298 by Peter Svedberg). Undernutrition is a relatively new concept, but is increasingly used. It should be taken as basically equivalent to malnutrition. It should be said as an aside, that the idea of undernourishment, its relationship to malnutrition, and the reasons for its emergence as a concept is not clear.

Children are the most visible victims of undernutrition. Children who are poorly nourished suffer up to 160 days of illness each year. Poor nutrition plays a role in at least half of the 10.9 million child deaths each year--five million deaths. Undernutrition magnifies the effect of every disease, including measles and malaria. The estimated proportions of deaths in which undernutrition is an underlying cause are roughly similar for diarrhea (61%), malaria (57%), pneumonia (52%), and measles (45%) (Black 2003, Bryce 2005). Malnutrition can also be caused by diseases, such as the diseases that cause diarrhea, by reducing the body's ability to convert food into usable nutrients. According to the most recent estimate that Hunger Notes could find, malnutrition, as measured by stunting, affects 32.5% of children in developing countries--one of three (de Onis 2000). Geographically, more than 70% of malnourished children live in Asia, 26% in Africa and 4% in Latin America and the Caribbean. In many cases, their plight began even before birth with a malnourished mother. Under-nutrition among pregnant women in developing countries leads to 1 out of 6 infants born with low birth weight. This is not only a risk factor for neonatal deaths, but also causes learning disabilities, mental, retardation, poor health, blindness and premature death. Does the world produce enough food to feed everyone? The world produces enough food to feed everyone. World agriculture produces 17% more calories per person today than it did 30 years ago, despite a 70% population increase. This is enough to provide everyone in the world with at least 2,720 kilocalories (kcal) per person per day (FAO 2002, p.9). The principal problem is that many people in the world do not have sufficient land to grow, or income to purchase, enough food. What are the causes of hunger? What are the causes of hunger is a fundamental question, with varied answers. 

Poverty - is the principal cause of hunger. The causes of poverty include poor people's lack of resources, an extremely unequal income distribution in the world and within specific countries, conflict, and hunger itself. As of 2008 (2005 statistics), the World Bank has estimated that there were an estimated 1,345 million poor people in developing countries who live on $1.25 a day or less. This compares to the later FAO estimate of 1.02 billion undernourished people. Extreme poverty remains an alarming problem in the world‘s developing regions, despite some progress that reduced "dollar--now $1.25-- a day" poverty from (an estimated) 1900 million people in 1981, a reduction of 29% over the period. Progress in poverty reduction has been concentrated in Asia, and especially East Asia, with the major improvement occurring in China. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the number of people in extreme poverty has increased. The statement that ―poverty is the principal cause of hunger‖ is, though correct, unsatisfying. Why then are (so many) people poor? The next section summarizes the answer.

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Harmful Economic Systems - are the principal cause of poverty and hunger. It is believed that the principal underlying cause of poverty and hunger is the ordinary operation of the economic and political systems in the world. Essentially control over resources and income is based on military, political and economic power that typically ends up in the hands of a minority, who live well, while those at the bottom barely survive, if they do.

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Conflict - as a cause of hunger and poverty. At the end of 2005, the global number of refugees was at its lowest level in almost a quarter of a century. Despite some large-scale repatriation movements, the last three years have witnessed a significant increase in refugee numbers, due primarily to the violence taking place in Iraq and Somalia. By the end of 2008, the total number of refugees under UNHCR‘s mandate exceeded 10 million. The number of conflict-induced internally displaced persons (IDPs) reached some 26 million worldwide at the end of the year. Providing exact figures on the number of stateless people is extremely difficult. But important, (relatively) visible though it is, and anguishing for those involved, conflict is less important than poverty (and its causes) as a cause of hunger. Using the statistics above 1.02 billion people suffer from chronic hunger while 36 million people are displaced [UNHCR 2008]. Hunger is also a cause of poverty. By causing poor health, low levels of energy, and even mental impairment, hunger can lead to even greater poverty by reducing people's ability to work and learn.

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Climate Change - Climate change is increasingly viewed as a current and future cause of hunger and poverty. Increasing drought, flooding, and changing climatic patterns requiring a shift in crops and farming practices that may not be easily accomplished are three key issues. See the Hunger Notes special report: Hunger, the environment, and climate change for further information, especially articles in the section: Climate change, global warming and the effect on poor people such as Global warming causes 300,000 deaths a year, study says and Could food shortages bring down civilization?

Progress in reducing the number of hungry people The target set at the 1996 World Food Summit was to halve the number of undernourished people by 2015 from their number in 1990-92. FAO uses three year averages in its calculation of undernourished people. The (estimated) number of undernourished people in developing countries was 824 million in 1990-92. In 2009, the number had climbed to 1.02 billion people. The WFS goal is a global goal adopted by the nations of the world; the present outcome indicates how marginal the efforts were in face of the real need. So, overall, the world is not making progress toward the world food summit goal, although there has been progress in Asia, and in Latin America and the Caribbean. Micronutrients Quite a few trace elements or micronutrients--vitamins and minerals--are important for health. One out of three people in developing countries are affected by vitamin and mineral deficiencies, according to the World Health Organization. Perhaps the most important in terms of health consequences for poor people in developing countries, are: 

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Vitamin A - Vitamin A deficiency can cause night blindness and reduces the body's resistance to disease. In children Vitamin A deficiency can also cause growth retardation. Between 100 and 140 million children are vitamin A deficient. An estimated 250,000 to 500 000 vitamin A-deficient children become blind every year, half of them dying within 12 months of losing their sight. (World Health Organization) Iron - Iron deficiency is a principal cause of anemia. Two billion people—over 30% of the world‘s population— are anemic, mainly due to iron deficiency, and in developing countries, frequently exacerbated by malaria and worm infections. For children, health consequences include premature birth, low birth weight, infections, and elevated risk of death. Later, physical and cognitive development are impaired, resulting in lowered school performance. For pregnant women, anemia contributes to 20% of all maternal deaths (World Health Organization). Iodine - Iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) jeopardize children‘s mental health–often their very lives. Serious iodine deficiency during pregnancy may result in stillbirths, abortions and congenital abnormalities such as cretinism, a grave, irreversible form of mental retardation that affects people living in iodine-deficient areas of Africa and Asia. IDD also causes mental impairment that lowers intellectual prowess at home, at school, and at work. IDD affects over 740 million people, 13% of the world‘s population. Fifty million people have some degree of mental impairment caused by IDD (World Health Organization). (Updated November 14, 2010)

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Age- Children under 18 make up 27% of the homeless population; People between the ages of 3 and 50 makeup 51% of the homeless population; people between the ages of 55 and 60 account for 2.5-19.4% Gender- Single adults who are homeless are most likely to be men. They account for 45% of the single adults who are homeless; single women make up 14% Families with children are now the fastest growing group of the homeless population. They account for about 40% of the people who become homeless each year. 38% of the people already homeless are families with children. Ethnicity- African American - 57%; Caucasian - 30%; Hispanic - 10%; Native American - 2%; Asian - 1% 50% of America's homeless women and children are running from domestic abuse. Veterans - Of all homeless men, 40% of them have served in the armed forces. Only 34% of the total adult male population has served in the armed forces; 19% of the urban homeless population are veterans. Mental Illness - 20-25% of the single adult homeless population is mentally ill. Only 5-7% of the mentally ill homeless need to be institutionalized. The entire homeless population does not fit one description, although they do have shared needs. These need include affordable housing, adequate income and health care. Some need psychological help and drug treatment. Most of all they need the help of those around them who are stable and fortunate enough to help. In 1996, the U.S. Conference of Mayors took a survey of homelessness in 29 cities. The results showed that children under the age of 18 were 27% of the urban homeless population. In 1987, the Urban Institute found that 51% of the homeless population were from 35 to 50 years old. Percentages of homeless people from 55 to 60 years old were 2.5% to 19.4%. The Conference of Mayors in 1996, found that single men and women make up 45% and 14% of the homeless population, respectively.

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23% of the homeless population are veterans 33% of the male homeless population are veterans 47% served Vietnam-era 17% served post-Vietnam 15% served pre-Vietnam 67% served three or more years 33% were stationed in a war zone 25% have used VA homeless services 89% received an honorable discharge 79% reside in central cities 16% reside in suburban areas 5% reside in rural areas 76% experience alcohol, drug or mental health problems 46% are white males, compared to 34% of non-veterans 46% are age 45 or older, compared to 20% non-veterans 85% completed high school/GED, compared to 56% of non-vet

We just received this request for help from a Rotaract Club in Nepal, District 3292

OUR AMBASSADORIAL SCHOLAR Updates from Jordan Monday, October 25, 2010 Hello Everyone! Last week I had a presentation in my Theories of International Relations class and this week I have a presentation to do for the Rotary Club of Amman Cosmopolitan. I've also been preparing for my first report to send to Rotary which will list the presentations I've given, what I think about living in Jordan, how the language classes are helping me, and how I find studying at the University of Jordan. I also need to go through the process of getting my visa extended which I'm told involves getting a blood test taken. The bonus to this process is that I will become a permanent resident of Jordan and then get discounts into places like Petra! In the last couple of days I've also discovered the on-campus library thanks to Amani, my Jordanian friend from Theories class. Once again I probably would not easily have known how to look up a book in Arabic let alone check it out without her help, so shukran katheeran (thank you very much) Amani! Going to the library was amazing, I felt like I died and went to jennah (heaven)! Shelves and shelves of Arabic books beckoning me to open them up and read them! I've never been in the presence of so many Arabic books before! I've studied Arabic from a narrow textbook for so long and now it's as if a vast new level of learning has been opened up for me. I know some of you might not relate to my loving Arabic books so much but imagine something that you love and then you have the opportunity to be surrounded by it all the time whenever you want! That is how I feel! It's like tasting only chocolate once in your life and then getting to go on a tour of the Ghirardelli chocolate factory! To see the delicious chocolate, how it is made, processed, packaged, and then enjoyed by the chocolate connoisseur! It's pretty sweet :) So I feel a little guilty that I haven't made another video for you all this week. But here is a picture I took yesterday at a cafe called "The View" located outside the bab shmali (North Gate). The cafe is situated on a hill overlooking the campus. I thought some of the menu items sounded interesting:

Here is the menu from “The View Café.”

BON APPETIT!

WHAT’S FUNNIER? COREY’S BUMPER STICKERS OR TIM’S TEE SHIRTS?

ROUND ONE

VOTE

To decide who wins Round One, Send your vote to:

patrick@pnacentral.org Vote for Corey or Tim

TEMPE RIO SALADO ROTARY CLUB’S

PICTURE OF THE WEEK

The 2010 Inbound GSE Team District 1010, Scotland after their visit to the Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club

PHOTO PROVIDED BY BARRY DAVIES

Thanks for becoming friend of Rotary Club Peshawar South PAKISTAN.

Syed Mohammed Raees Zaidi President 2010-11

Welcome from the Boqueir찾o RC Santos (Santos-Sao Paulo - Brazil). We send you all a hug.

Greetings from the Suburban Rotary Club of Omaha, NE!

Yolanda Hoffman

Mari창ngela Fortes Veiga RC Parvati is from Dist 3131 India Maharashtrapune. Our club is known in RI as we have given Two DG Dr MadhavBorate 2002 and PDG VInay Kulkarni 2007, we are also known for doing large 3H and matching grant projects and donor for TRF. Visit on ROTARY PARVATI Facebook .

PP Hemant Khire Thank you for accepting me as a friend of your club. Hugs to all friends

Jose Walter Viotto The Rotary Club of' Boituva Sao Paulo - Brazil.

December 11, 2010

ROTARY ABBREVIATIONS 3H

Health, Hunger and Humanity

AAM Additional Active Member ADG

Assistant District Governor

Active Member

ANZO Rotary Region consisting of Australia, New Zealand and other places not included in any other region

FAIM Fourth Avenue (of service) In Motion (Now RAWCS) GBI Rotary Region consisting of Great Britain and Ireland GETS Governor Elect Training Seminar GSE

Group Study Exchange

GYE

Global Youth Exchange

ASIA Rotary Region consisting of Asia

IAS

International Ambassadorial Scholarship

AusAid (Formerly AIDAB) Australian International Development Assistance Bureau

ICC

Inter-Country Committees

ICO

Internet Communications Officers

ARHRF Australian Rotary Health Research Fund AVAC Australian Vocational Advisory Committee

ICUFR International Computer Users Fellowship of Rotarians

CATS Challenging All To Succeed

IFCR

International Fellowship of Cricketing Rotarians

CEEMA Rotary Region consisting of Continental European, Eastern Mediterranean and African Zone

IFFR

International Fellowship of Flying Rotarians

IFR

International Fellowship of Rotarians

IFSR

International Fellowship of Skiing Rotarians

CICO Club Internet Communication Officer COL

Council on Legislation

District

District Governor

DGN

District Governor Nominee

DGE

District Governor Elect

DICO District Internet Communication Officer DIK

Donations in Kind

DLP

District Leadership Plan

DMDC District Membership Development Chairs DPFC District Permanent Fund Chairperson DRFC District Rotary Foundation Committee DRR

District Rotaract Representative

IFYR International Fellowship of Yachting Rotarians IPAC International Projects Advisory Committee IPF

Indicative Planning Figure

IPP

Immediate Past President

LCS

Low Cost Shelters

Matched District

MOP

Manual Of Procedure

MSE

Matched Student Exchange

MUNA Model United Nations Assembly NCC

National Coordinating Committee

NYSF (Formerly NSSS) National Youth Science Forum

EEMA CEEMA + Great Britain & Ireland

Official Directory of Rotary International

EREY Every Rotarian Every Year

PACE Pacific-Australia Cultural Exchange

President

RITE

Rotary Inter-country Teacher Exchange

PDG

Past District Governor

RITS

Rotary International Travel Service

President Elect

ROAR Rotary Organization of Amateur Radio

PETS Presidents-Elect Training Seminar

ROSE Rotary Overseas Summer Exchange

PHF

ROTA Rotary Overseas Travel Fund

Paul Harris Fellow

PHSM Paul Harris Sustaining Member

ROTEX Organization of Ex-Rotary Exchange Students

ROTI Rotarians On The Internet

President Nominee

POLIOPLUS The program of The Rotary Foundation to immunize the children of the world against poliomyelitis PP

Past President

PPE

Preserve Planet Earth

Public Relations

PRID Past Rotary International Director PRIP

Past Rotary International President

PROBUS Professional and Business Club PSM

Past Service Member

RAOAF Rotary Australia Overseas Aid Fund RAWCS Rotary Australia World Community Service RBL

Rotary Basic Library

Rotary Club

RCC

Rotary Community Corps

RCP

Rotary Code of Policies

Rotary District

RDU

Rotary Down Under

RFE

Rotary Friendship Exchange

RGHF Rotary Global History RHHIF Rotary Heritage and History International Fellowship

ROVE Rotary Overseas Vocational Exchange RRFC Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator RRVF Rotary Recreational & Vocational Fellowship Rtn

Rotarian

Rotary Volunteers

RVC

Rotary Village Corps

RYE

Rotary Youth Exchange

RYLA Rotary Youth Leadership Award RYPEN Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment RYSAP Rotary Youth Self Achievement Program SACAMA Rotary Region consisting of South America (except Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana), Central America, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking island nations of the Caribbean (except Puerto Rico) SAM

Senior Active Member

SEP

Study Exchange Program

SETS Secretary-Elect Training Seminar SWSL Save Water Save Lives TR

The Rotarian

TRF

The Rotary Foundation

UNESCO United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Org.

Rotary International

RIBI

Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland

RID

Rotary International Director

USCB Rotary Region consisting of United States of America, Canada, Bermuda and Puerto Rico

RIP

Rotary International President

WCS

RIPE

`Rotary International President Elect

WCSRN World Community Service Resource Network

UNFPA United Nations Population Fund

World Community Service

RIPN `Rotary International President Nominee

YEO

Youth Exchange Officer

RIPPR Rotary Int'l President's Personal Representative

YEP

Youth Exchange Program

RIPS

YIR

Yours in Rotary

Rotary International Population Summit

Looking for a Simple, Low-Cost, High-Impact Polio Project? All we need is a $25 donation from 100 Clubs, Companies, or Individuals

To make a contribution or if you need additional information, contact:   

Patrick de Haan (Tempe Rio Salado Rotary Club) 623-326-7951 or patrick@pnacentral.org Jan Snyder (Tempe East Rotary Club) 480-951-9250 www.sustainableltd.org

NO COST INVOLVED! STAND AND BE COUNTED!

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Your Club is invited to join Tempe Rio Salado and our Sister Club, the Rotary Club of Islamabad, Pakistan, to become part of this important Global Peace Initiative!

Bobbi de Haan’s

Born to be Wild

Celebrating the Care and Husbandry of Exotic and Endangered Wildlife BOON LOTT’S ELEPHANT SANCTUARY Katherine Connor created BLES in memory of the baby elephant, Boon Lott (which means survivor in Thai). Inspired by his unfailing courage when faced with obstacle after obstacle, Katherine founded a home in his name for rescued and retired elephants. Born several months premature, Boon Lott had been transported with his mother, Pang Tong, to an elephant hospital in northern Thailand where Katherine was a volunteer. Katherine recognized quickly that the fragile threemonth-old calf was very special. They formed an immediate and profound bond. When Boon Lott was six-months old, his owner decided to sell him to a tourist establishment and return his mother, Pang Tong, to illegal logging. Elephant calves should remain with their mothers for at least three years; a premature separation is detrimental to a calf‘s physical and mental health. Katherine knew Boon Lott would die if taken from his mother. His precarious start in life left him with a calcium deficiency and other weaknesses. To prevent the mother/child separation, Katherine launched an international ‗Save Baby Babar‘ fundraising campaign and successfully raised the money needed to rescue Boon Lott. She also negotiated an agreement with the owner to allow Pang Tong to remain with her baby until he was naturally weaned. Shortly after this victory, Boon Lott suffered a fall that left his hind legs paralyzed. Experts traveled across Thailand to give their opinions, unanimously agreeing that he would die within days. Katherine was devastated, yet determined to get Boon Lott back on his feet and began searching for a cure. Her own funds exhausted, she raised money for a hydrotherapy pool to be built at the hospital. After an exhaustive internet search, Katherine discovered an equine sling (Anderson Sling), which was imported from the United States and modified for Boon Lott. She tended to all his needs and slept beside him every night. To further aid his recovery, Katherine administered acupuncture, electrotherapy, traditional Thai massage, and aromatherapy. On his second birthday, Boon Lott was presented with the world‘s first elephant wheelchair. Designed by Katherine and engineers at Chiang Mai University, the chair was funded by a campaign launched by Katherine‘s local hometown newspaper. The chair proved to be a huge success, and soon, with Katherine‘s encouragement, Boon Lott would stand unassisted and attempt to walk everyday. Despite his successes, the final tragedy occurred when Boon Lott fell again, snapping his femur in half. Even his indomitable will could not overcome this injury and Boon Lott never stood again. On June 26, 2004, with Katherine holding him as she had for the past 14 months, Boon Lott‘s heart stopped beating. As a testament to Boon Lott‘s courage, Katherine established BLES in his memory. Despite cautions regarding her safety and warnings about the futility of a young British woman founding an elephant sanctuary in a foreign country, without government support, Katherine and BLES are flourishing. Boon Lott‘s infectious spirit is present in every Sanctuary moment.

FOUNDER Katherine Connor founded BLES in June 2005. After a successful career in retail management, Katherine left England in 2002 for a nine-month adventure in Asia. Just six weeks after her arrival in Thailand, Katherine unexpectedly found herself volunteering in an elephant conservation centre and hospital. While establishing her formative relationship with the baby elephant, Boon Lott, she realized her life‘s passion and committed herself to the rescue, recovery, and retirement of abused Asian elephants. With fierce resolution, Katherine single-handedly raised the initial funds to purchase land and establish BLES as a nonprofit organization with charity status. Her unwavering efforts were internationally recognized, and she was formally invited to The House of Lords in London to receive an award from IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare) for her dedication and commitment to animal welfare. During her time at the elephant hospital she met and married Anon, a Thai mahout and her ideal partner in business and life. Now, along with their son Noah, daughter Hope, and a baby elephant of the same age, Katherine and Anon form the perfect blend of a human-elephant family. Katherine has often said she will not turn her back on any abused animals. This creed is evident — in addition to elephants, BLES is home to a variety of rescued animals, including eight dogs, five cats, a tortoise and two cows. THE TEAM The ongoing success of BLES is made possible by a team of rare individuals who work tirelessly to promote animal welfare. From those working off-site to raise public awareness to those involved in day-today operations, the BLES team achieves the impossible. With sheer determination, the BLES team is deterring the threat of extinction — one elephant at a time. At BLES, an essential member of the team is the mahout, the elephant handler. The word mahout is derived from Indian Sanskrit, meaning ‗teacher of all‘, which aptly describes our mahouts at BLES. Each mahout exudes understanding, respect, and a passion to protect our elephants. However, this style of handling differs from the traditional mahout/elephant working relationship that utilizes tools and methods based on animal domination. The elephant was historically a source of income for the mahout and his family. When not working or being controlled with the hook, the elephants would be chained. It has been a challenge for our mahouts to understand that there is a more humane and gentler way handle domesticated elephants. The BLES approach is completely antithetical to the traditional Thai way of elephant management. The mahouts employed by BLES were at first reluctant and critical of a new method introduced by a young, foreign woman. Not all were prepared to undertake reeducation. But those who were willing to trust in Katherine, now embrace the BLES aproach and this should be recognized as remarkable.

THE SANCTUARY BLES is located off-the-beaten track in the rural village of Baan Tuek in northern Thailand. It is situated on hundreds of acres of forested land that encourages the elephants to interact and breed in a natural environment. Consisting of mature banana plantations, grasslands, open fields, fresh water rivers, and all types of fruit trees, BLES provides the elephants with a bounty of stimulation, exercise, and time to enjoy what is rightfully theirs. As an eco-friendly environment aiming toward self-sustainability, BLES has embarked on a program of tree planting. In 2008, BLES planted over 3,000 trees, all of which will enrich the elephants‘ lives. Not only does this vegetation provide the elephants with their favorite foods, it also acts as shade to protect the elephants from the heat of the day. Hand-constructed by local craftsman and mahouts, the BLES living spaces are built of sustainable materials primarily collected from the land. In addition to a main meeting house, gift shop, kitchen, and outdoor-dining pavilion, the three guesthouses are in perfect proximity to take full advantage of the sights and sounds of the elephants. This unique sanctuary is just that to the elephants— a haven that allows them to simply be. There are no rides, shows, or painting projects — just elephants who have finally been allowed to live with dignity and respect WHAT BLES DOES BLES strives to rescue and protect the elephants of Thailand from abuse and ultimate extinction. We provide a safe home where we focus on individual survival and growth in numbers. BLES allows elephants to interact in a natural environment that encourages breeding. Additionally, we offer support and advice to local elephant owners who may lack sufficient funds to care for their animals. We are deeply committed to our village community and provide jobs and housing to several mahouts and their families. We encourage local participation in BLES activities and promote education about elephants and their plight as well as the environment. To realize its mission, BLES has targeted goals in protection, expansion, and education. 

Protection - BLES is on constant alert to investigate any reports concerning elephants in need. Katherine personally travels throughout Thailand in response to abused elephant sightings. She will do whatever is necessary to provide relief to these animals, and when possible, arranges for their retirement to the Sanctuary. When rescuing an elephant in distress, BLES organizes transportation, communicates with qualified veterinarians, finances medical aid, and provides support to elephant owners. BLES takes full responsibility of a rescue from inception to completion. Each rescued elephant is partnered with a mahout who is carefully selected to work with that elephant depending upon its rehabilitation needs. The mahouts are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Expansion - As the natural habitat of the Thai elephant is rapidly diminishing, BLES seeks to purchase land as it becomes available near the Sanctuary. We strive to create space for our elephants and recognize their need for variety in diet and exercise. With a healthy balance of cows and bulls, BLES hopes to welcome more calves conceived by natural, not forced, mating. In September 2008, BLES celebrated the birth of its first calf. It was also the first calf born in the village. BLES is serious in its intention to support local elephant owners. In Thailand, there are few medical facilities that specialize in elephant husbandry. Those that do exist are located in the northern and southern regions of the country, offering little help to the elephant population of central Thailand. BLES is ideally situated to establish an on-site clinic to remedy this crisis. We plan to host a rotation of trained professionals and veterinary students to support our full-time staff.

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Education - When complete, the BLES clinic will offer opportunities for veterinary students to study elephant care and medicine, where such hands-on experience is scarce. We endeavour to provide education on all aspects of the Asian elephant.

Looking for a COST EFFECTIVE Literacy Project? Are you working with a limited Club service budget or short of voluynteers? Would you like to get books to hundreds of impoverished valley children for just a few cents per book? Contact Rotarian Jack Buckles & learn about Pathway to Reading! JBuck32175@aol.com

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JACK BUCKLESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; TEARS OF JOY Funny Stories, Bad Jokes, Bumper Stickers, etc.

TWENTY REALLY BAD BIRD JOKES FROM RIO MACAW Q: What do you give a sick bird? A: Tweetment! Q: What's another name for a clever duck? A: A wise quacker! Q: Which bird is always out of breath? A: A puffin! Q: What's got six legs and can fly long distances? A: Three swallows! Q: What is a duck's favorite TV show? A: The feather forecast! Q: What do you get if you cross a parrot with a shark? A: A bird that will talk you ear off! Q: What do you call a crate of ducks? A: A box of quackers! Q: How do you know that owls are cleverer than chickens? A: Have you ever heard of Kentucky-fried owl! Q: Which birds steal soap from the bath? A: Robber ducks! Q: What kind of bird opens doors? A: A kiwi! Q: What language do birds speak? A: Pigeon English! Q: How do you get a parrot to talk properly? A: Send him to polytechnic! Q: Where do birds invest their money? A: In the stork market! Q: Where do blind sparrows go for treatment? A: The Birds Eye counter! Q: What do you get if you cross a parrot with a woodpecker? A: A bird that talks in morse code! Q: What do you call a woodpecker with no beak? A: A headbanger! Q: What birds spend all their time on their knees? A: Birds of prey! Q: What did they call the canary that flew into the pastry dish? A: Tweetie Pie! Q: What kind of birds do you usually find locked up? A: Jail-birds! Q: How do you get a cut-price parrot? A: Plant bird seed!

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Timmy the Squirrel

Memorial

Bizarre Pictures of Cute Little Animals

MOVIE SEQUELS WE ALL WOULD LOVE TO SEE ALIEN vs IRONMAN

MACAULAY CULKIN vs THE JOKER JAWS vs PIRANHA

BATMAN vs HANNIBAL LECTER

RIO MACAW’S FACEBOOK PAGE Rio now has 1,457 friends on his Facebook page. What‘s even more amazing is that more than 200 of them are from different countries around the world, true to the spirit of Rotary International. Rio currently has friends in:  India  Greece  Turkey  Argentina  Portugal  Denmark  Italy  England  Venezuela  Bangladesh  Pakistan  South Africa  Brazil  Chile  Mexico You can visit Rio at this link: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/rio.macaw?ref=name

Congratulations to

LARRY HORTON Selected for the March 2011 Australia GSE Team!

The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands!

The 2011

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Walk Across America For Special Needs Kids

SPEAKERS BUREAU

A Directory of Speakers We Have Used Looking for a good club presentation? Here are some resources for the Phoenix area.

Chaplaincy for the Homeless

At its main office in the Lodestar Resource Center, the Ecumenical Chaplaincy for the Homeless helps thousands of homeless people each year obtain lost documents, such as birth certificates and drivers' licenses, so they can get jobs, obtain medical help, or find housing. Very moving, informative presentation.

Chaplain Dave Goodall Executive Director 1125 W. Jackson St. Phoenix AZ 85007 602-417-9853 chaplaindave@azhomeless.org

North Tempe Boys & Girls Club

The North Tempe Branch offers activities from each of the 5 Boys & Girls Clubs of America Core Program Areas: Education and Career Development; Character and Leadership Development; The Arts; Health and Life Skills; and Sports, Fitness, and Recreation, and a Power Hour homework completion program where dedicated staff members are available to assist children complete their daily homework.

Lynsie Scharpf Branch Executive 1555 N. Bridalwreath St. Tempe, AZ 85281 480-858-6520 Fax 480-858-6545 lynsier@clubzona.org

Safeddy Identification Cards Shiela Maguire Executive Director PO Box 20724 Mesa, AZ, 85277-0724 (480) 236-8811 http://www.maguirepublications.com

Indicates that this person belongs to a Rotary Club or organization.

The Safeddy card is an identification card. On the front, the card will have the person’s photograph and personal information such as name, date of birth, address and basic medical information. On the back of the card there will be listed some Do’s and Don’ts. Many times first responders will escalate a situation through no fault of their own by inadvertently asking or doing something that triggers aggressive behavior.

Citizens Offering Police Support Officer Larry Horton Phoenix Police COPS Program 620 West Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-262-7218 Fax: 602-534-1972 larry.horton@phoenix.gov

100 Club of Arizona Sharon Knudson-Felix Executive Director 5033 N. 19th Ave., Suite 123 Phoenix, AZ 85015. (602) 485-0100 Fax (602) 242-1715 info@100club.org

Lauren’s Institute for Education Margaret Travillon Co-Founder & CEO 3341 E. Queen Creek Road, Suite 109 Gilbert, AZ 85297 480.621.836 fax: 480.621.8513 margaret@laurensinstitute.org

C.O.P.S., is the volunteer force of the Phoenix Police Department. Volunteers work under the direction of the Employment Services Bureau and play an important part in our city's police operation. Volunteers work side by side with sworn officers in almost every aspect of law enforcement, from administration to investigation. Larry is passionate about this program and gives an excellent presentation!

The mission of the 100 Club of Arizona is to provide financial assistance to families of public safety officers and firefighters who are seriously injured or killed in the line-of-duty, and to provide resources to enhance their safety and welfare. This is an excellent organization and a very worthwhile presentation.

Lauren’s Institute for Education (L.I.F.E.) is a special place for developmentally disabled children. They offer a variety of therapies that nurture each individual child's overall growth to improve their quality of life and the lives of their family members. Their 11,000 square-foot facility is state of the art with over 20 thrapy rooms.

This absolutely wonderful program was started by a local Lions Club as a way to provide free books to poor children who otherwise would not have any. The Pathway volunteerrs hold “Free Book Fairs” at local schools, providing the children with a vast selection of books from which they can pick one to keep. What’s amazing is that they are so affordable. It costs just a few cents per child!

Pathway to Reading Jack and Karen Buckles jbuck32175@aol.com PDG Forrest Hickman forhick@q.com

FBI Special Agent Paul Schaaf Federal Bureau of Investigations 201 E Indianola Phoenix AZ 85012 602-279-5511 Fax 602-294-4055 Paul.schaaf@ic.fbi.gov

ChildLight Foundation For Afghan Children Diana Tacey Founder & President 480-964-5484 http://www.childlightfoundation.org taceyinmesa@msn.com

Polio Echo Brad Dowden President P.O. Box 61024 Phoenix, AZ 85082 polio_echo@polioecho.org dowdenbrad@yahoo.com

John Fitzsimmons Phone: (602) 820-6202 mail@fitzmagic.com http://www.fitzmagic.com

Desert Edge Mentoring Dennis Gregory Executive Director 1950 W Heatherbrae Dr. Ste 4 Phoenix, AZ 85015 602-237-2485 http://www.desertedgementoring.com

Max A. Butler Certified Arborist 602-885-4361 Max.a.butler@gmail.com

ChildLight Foundation for Afghan Children is committed to caring about and relieving the suffering of children and their families. When families suffer, children suffer. This was a fantsastic prersentation about one of the most dangerous and needy places on the planet. Well worth your time to schedule Diana!

Serving polio survivors (certified under United Way and supported by Easter Seal Society of Arizona and Arizona Chapter of March of Dimes) strives to service these needs by offering information, services, equipment and "support" by professionals, and most importantly, by those who are walking in your shoes!

A high-energy performance filled with magic, comedy and jawdropping stunts, John Fitzsimmons offers one of the most amazing shows you’ll ever see. John thrills audiences with everything from the most creative way to make a balloon animal to “The World’s Most Dangerous Card Trick” — a smashing stunt that landed him on every major TV network in the nation. John is extremely active in our community, supporting many of our local charities.

FitzMagic

Holistic Horticulture

Special Agent Schaaf spoke to us about “Cyber Crime.” The top three priorities for the FBI are terrorism, counter intelligence, and cyber crime. Cyber crime includes SQL infection, scams, identity theft, extortion, investment fraud, and mortgage fraud. This was a fascinating presention full of important information.

As an outpatient clinic they provide therapeutic intervention through counseling and mentoring. Their targets are male and female adolescents ages 10-17 and male and female adults ages 18 and older, who are seeking guidance while progressing through their life stages. They offer a learning environment, leadership skills, and real world experiences while promoting personal growth, team and relationship building and accrual of lifelong skills.

Max is amazing! Everything you could ever want to know about trees, Max knows. After earning his ISA Certification (WE-7939A) while working for several local tree care companies, Max decided to start his own tree health management practice emphasizing entire tree systems rather than focusing only on trees' individual components. Thus, Holistic Horticulture was born.

Astonishing Families Justin Rohner Executive Director 4327 E. Cloudburst Ct. Gilbert, AZ 85297 480-235-1006 (Todd Runyan) trr23@cornell.edu

O’Connor House Linda Searfoss lrsearfoss@msn.com Linda is the past Executive Director of Valley Big Brothers Big Sisters and recently served as interim CEO of the Red Cross, so she can talk on multiple topics.

Origami Joey Hudy Origami Artist hudy3569@aol.com Schedule Joey through his mother, Julie. Try not to interfere with his school. He‘s a great kid!

Police Photography Hal Becker Professional Photographer halbecker@msn.com The gallery Hal brings also includes military and landscapes.

Hold On To Your Dreams

Bobbi de Haan 3629 W Camino Real. Glendale, AZ 85310 623-326-7950 grannywomyn@q.com

The O’Connor House Project is a community effort to relocate both the original adobe house and the spirit of Sandra Day O’Connor to Arizona’s Papago Park. There, the house will once again be a gathering place where people find the level of compromise and consensus needed to move society forward..

Joey Hudy shows us an award winning piece that he entered in an OrigamiUSA competition. Named the “Winged Devil”, the 360-fold work of art took him four hours to complete. Very moving, heart-felt presentation. Joey has autism and uses paper-folding as a way to stay calm and function. Another amazing story.

Hal Becker specializes in photographing our public safety officers and military. Hal has used his technical skills and artistic eye to capture the people behind law enforcement, honoring them for their service. It was amazing to see all of the places Hal has been in pursuit of his craft and to experience his journey through his pictures. Awesome!

Francoise Maricle was born two months prematurely in a Japanese internment camp in Indonesia during World War II. She was in three different camps with her mother and older brother for the next three years. She survived in spite of the horrible physical and mental conditions. This is an amazing story and presentation!

Francoise Maricle Author 17831 N Del Webb Blvd. Sun City, AZ 85373 623-972-3168 fmaricle2008@gmail.com

Cruising the Oceans

Justin, from Astonishing Families, provided us with a thought provoking presentation about his Mind 4 Money program. It was excellent! Wealth is about attitude. Justin uses his skills to help families change their attitudes towards their finances, become grounded, and turn their lives around. Very useful information.

A few years ago, Bobbi went on a short cruise with her daughter and immediately fell in love with cruising. Now, with several cruises under her belt, she has put together an informative presentation showing what you can expect. Geared for the novice as well as the seasoned traveler, her insight and perspective will have you longing for the high seas. Focus will be on her voyage aboard the Oasis of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship. Great pictures!

Save the Family Tim Lidster Director of Community Outreach 450 W. 4th Place Mesa, AZ 85201 480-898-0228 x 245 timl@savethefamily.org

Last year, Save the Family served 195 families including 393 children in its Transitional Living Program and an additional 114 families with 226 children in its Affordable Rental Program, and through an outreach of local schools, Save the Family served an additional 2500 youths.

College Depot Janet Reno - Director 1221 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, Arizona 85004 602-262-7783 Fax 602-495-0177

judy.reno@phoenix.gov www.phoenix.gov/collegedepot

A collaborative effort between the City of Phoenix and several private partners, it is located in the Burton Barr Library, near the library’s “Teen Club.” They provide a complete range of support services, from encouraging kids to consider college, to helping them with their applications and tests, and providing support.

Fill the Bookshelves in Fiji These two Pat Tillman Scholars from ASU are arranging to Nicolette Lewis Mailai Echeverria

send a load of books to school children on a remote island in Fiji. A vacationing Chandler teacher discovered the severe need for reading material and started collecting books. Nikki & Mailai accepted the challenge and want to make this happen. Very interesting. This is an area which is often forgotten yet has some real issues that can easily be corrected.

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Desert Sounds Performing Arts Jenny Crews President PO Box 7526 Chandler, AZ 85246 480-304-4762 480-699-6902 info@desertSounds.org

Phoenix Police Missing Persons Unit Sgt. Bryan Chapman 2120 N Central Ave. Phoenix AZ 85004 602-262-4088 bryan.chapman@phoenix.gov

Desert Sounds Performing Arts, Inc. is an organization of local community residents who know the benefits of participating in the arts, both personally and professionally. Their goal is to provide underserved children access to school band and orchestra programs, lessons and performance opportunities

Sgt. Chapman provided us with a conprehensive, fascinating behindthe-scene look at the Phoenix Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit. We learned about how well the Amber Alert system works and reviewed the facts and data pertaining to missing individuals. The presentation was so good, everyone stayed late to hear more. Sgt. Chapman is a captivating speaker and really knows his material well. Especially useful were his hints for parents/grandparents.

India James Freeman Past District Governor 3160 E. Main St., Lot 42 Mesa, AZ 85213 623-640-6201 jram@q.com

Lauren’s Institute for Education Margaret Travillon Co-Founder and CEO 3341 E. Queen Creek Road, Suite 109 Gilbert, AZ 85297 480-621-8361x207 Fax: 480-621-8513

margaret@laurensinstitute.org

East Valley Rotaract Laura Zilverberg North Tempe Multigenerational Center

1555 N Bridalwreath St, Tempe, AZ 85281480-463-4886 evrotaract@gmail.com

PDG Jim blended pictures, slides, and items from his numerous trips overseas with wonderful stories of his experiences. Although his primary focus for the presentation was on his visits to projects that were funded by Rotarian Matching Grants, he also covered political, cultural, and economic concerns in the area. PDG Jim easily captivated us with his passion for the people of the region. Good talk!

The East Valley Rotaract Club is a community-based club sponsored by the Paradise Valley Rotary Club. The Club is extremely active and involved in their community. They are known for their creative fundraising projects and high energy level. It’s always a treat to hear about their current activities. Good job!

The Mutual UFO Network is one of the oldest and largest UFO investigative organizations in the United States. Their Mission Statement is the scientific study of UFOs for the benefit of humanity through investigations, research and education. It was very interesting to hear and ask questions about the “Phoenix lights” and other regional sightings. It’s almost like having your own X-Files speak to your meeting.

MUFON Mutual UFO Network Stacey Wright & Jim Mann State Section Directors Jim@PhoenixMUFON.com Stacey@PhoenixMUFON.com

POP YOUR PARADIGM!

"It is my Purpose to serve as flesh-and-blood proof that patterns can be broken, and to assist others in breaking their own limiting patterns of thought that keep them stuck in circumstances that are unsatisfying, or maybe even painful. I believe that every person on this planet deserves to live a life they can love, and it is my Purpose to assist them in doing so."

Neutralize your "programming" and start LIVING your life!

Sandra Anne Daly Author and Certified Life Mastery Consultant www.chooseyouruniverse.com

Native American Connection

Their philosophy and services are grounded in Native American cultural and spiritual values, with a deep sense of purpose. They serve a variety of individuals and families in a wide-range of services - from homeless men or women seeking recovery in hopes of becoming clean and sober and reuniting with their children and families to working families looking for affordable housing or pursuing the path to homeownership.

Melissa Arellano Valazquez Marketing Coordinator 4520 N Central Avenue, Suite 600 Phoenix, Arizona 85012 P: 602.254.3247 F: 602.256.7356 m.arellano@nativeconnections.org

A. T. Stills University Dr. Jack Dillenberg Dean 5850 E. Still Circle Mesa, AZ 85206 480-219-6000 jdillenberg@atsu.edu

The mission of the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health is to educate caring, technologically adept dentists who become community and educational leaders serving those in need, and to be the leader in the lifelong education of community responsive general dentists. This program is heavily vested in community service. VERY impressive!

Southwest Bureau of Economics Bryce Wilson and Steven Bustamante History of American Coins 3918 E Stanford Avenue Gilbert, Az 85234 888-399-4690 lazardsb@yahoo.com

The Centers for Habilitation Dawn Hocking Development/HR Specialist 215 West Lodge Drive Tempe, Arizona 85283-3652 480-730-4221 Fax: 480-730-5214 DawnHocking@tch-az.com

Positive Network Alliance Patrick de Haan, MAPC President & CEO 3629 W Camino Real Glendale AZ 85310 623-326-7951 patrick@pnacentral.org

We received a fascinating half hour review of the history of American coins and currency. Covering everything from the Coinage Act of 1792 to the Gold Standard Act of 1900 and current trends and conditions, this was a most informative lecture. We also enjoyed looking at the many historic coins they brought with them.

TCH provides services for individuals in every stage of life. From early intervention for infants and toddlers to senior recreation programs, from at-home attendant care to community employment supports, TCH meets the needs of individuals with disabilities. The TCH mission-empowering people with disabilities-is evident in all programs.

PNA serves impoverished and homeless children from PK-3rd grade through their Christmas Tree Project. They also serve the children of our deployed troops through their National Gratitude Project. They are active 365 days a year, so you don’t have to wait until December to have a visit from the real Santa Claus!

New Page – Updated 10/22/10 Rotary Youth Programs Chris LaBarge District 5510 Interact Chair 2010 2332 E. Grandview Circle Mesa, AZ 85213 H480-844-8714 C 480-229-0150 celabarge@hotmail.com

The Harp Foundation Lizbeth Congiusti Board Member 400 W. Camelback Road Suite 304 Phoenix, AZ 85013 602-265-4014 lcongiusti@theharpfoundation.org

My Year in China Susan Seats Susan‘s availability is extremely limited due to her travels. Contact her by email susankula@yahoo.com

Abuse and Harassment PDG Don LaBarge District 5510 Youth Harassment and Abuse Chair dlabarge@wydebeam.com

Camp Tatiyee Pam Swanson, Executive Director (Off Season: Mid-August to Mid-May)

480-380-4254 Lions Camp Tatiyee P.O. Box 6910; Mesa, AZ, 85216 arizonalionscamp@cox.net

Chris LaBarge provides an excellent presentation on the Interact program and other Rotary youth initiatives. Interact is Rotary International’s service club for young people ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs are sponsored by individual Rotary clubs, which provide support and guidance, but they are selfgoverning and self-supporting. Chris is very knowledgable and totally commited to working with children. Excellent!

Since their founding over 10 years ago, The Harp Foundation has been able to provide more than 60,000 hours of therapeutic harp music to hundreds of thousands of critically ill and medically fragile patients and their families at hospices, hospitals, schools, churches and homes around the Valley. This is a wonderful presentation complete with soothing harp music.

Susan has just returned to the states from a one year teaching assignment at Hubei University of Technology in Wuhan, China. While there, she created a magic club to help build student confidence and self-esteem. Her work was so extraordinary that the Chinese produced a movie about her. If you can catch Susan when she is in Arizona, you will be captivated by her amazing story. She has also traveled extensively in India.

PDG Don LaBarge provides an excellent overview and update on Rotary International’s and our District’s progress towards developing an “Abuse and Harassment” policy. This is a must presentation for any club hosting or conducting youth programs/activities. PDG Don has not only done extensive research on the subject, as a retired police officer he brings a professional perspective to his presentation. Excellent!

Lions Camp Tatiyee is simply a place created to give a chance for individuals with special needs to relax, be themselves, and have a great time with new friends. For over 50 years, the camp has served children facing the challenges of living with a disability. Learn about their quality programming, dedicated staff, and how you can get involved in supporting their efforts. Excellent presentation.

Sustainable Resources, Ltd.

Dr. Jan & Clarice Snyder

6248 E. Waltann Lane Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1942 Phone 480-951-9250 Email clarice@sustainableltd.org Web Site http://www.sustainableltd.org

The objective of Sustainable Resources is to identify and support industries or projects that provide jobs, education, or basic human needs to those people that are in most need of fundamental support in order to escape the cycle of poverty. The Snyders have fascinating stories of their trips to Africa and their many wonderful projects. Learn how ASU students are involved in designing and building adaptive equipment for disabled Africans. These people are amazing!!!

"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them, is the true measure of our Thanksgiving."