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On May 24, 2018, John Meyer from "Friends in Service Here" (FISH of McHenry – Food Pantry) our local food pantry presented FISH to Members of Rotary Club of McHenry.  FISH makes food available to those who need it.  Members learned that FISH has no paid employees; rather, everyone at FISH is a volunteer, even its three directors.  Members also learned that for every $1 donated to FISH, FISH is able to procure $8 of food for distribution through its food pantry. 

On May 17, 2018, each of  the Rotary Club of McHenry Charitable Foundation, Inc. and Twisted Limits Escape Rooms presented checks to FISH.  

On November 30, 2017, the Rotary Club of McHenry is expressing thanks for the tremendous support given to our Club – and in turn our community – over the past six years by the sponsors of Blues, Brews and BBQ.  In addition to food, beverages, and other festivities, we are streaming a video thanking each sponsor.  The video includes a clip from Blues, Brews and BBQ’s as well as one answering the question “What is Rotary”.  To manifest the community benefits our sponsors have facilitated, the streamed video also displays various grant recipient logos, photos of checks delivered to recipients, as well as the numerous NW Herald stories in which these moments have been publicized. Here is the video -

On November 16, 2017 Tony Huemann, Program Chair, introduced the guest speakers, Chief Ricardo Pagan and Assistant Chief John Carlson of the McHenry County Sheriff's Office.  Chief Pagan and Assistant Chief Carlson gave a complete overview of the scope of responsibility and operation of the McHenry County Sheriff's Office. At the end of their presentation, they answered questions.  One area of discussion revolved around the opioid crisis in America (including its expansion to herione use), which is worsening. 

The Rotary Club of McHenry Charitable Foundation, Inc (a Section 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization) presented a $1,750 check to Friends in Service Here or FISH.   These funds arose from two sources through the Club's Foundation. A sum of $750 arose from the Rotary Club of McHenry Charitable Foundation Chuck & Lois Peterson Endowment, which was established in 2012 by Chuck & Lois Peterson.  An additional $1,000 came directly from the Rotary Club of McHenry Charitable Foundation, which represent primarily proceeds from it fundraiser Blues, Brews & BBQ.

"Friends in Service Here" (FISH of McHenry – Food Pantry) makes food available to those who need it.  FISH has no paid employees; rather, everyone at FISH is a volunteer, even its directors.  For every $1 donated to FISH, FISH is able to procure approximately $8 of food for distribution through its food pantry.  Click here for the most recent FISH newsletter. In August & September 2017, FISH served 1,124 families or 3,605 individuals; the FISH team distributed more than 8,900 bags of food! 

• Fr. Godwin Nsy-Ubom Asuquo 
• Linda Bykowski 
• Ron and Linda Bykowski
• Susie Franks
• Terry Hargrove 
• Tony Huemann 
• Cheryden Juergensen    
• Deborah Lynn Lang 
• James A. Valley 

• ImaBridge Africa – see the 2017 Mission Trip to Nigeria
• PolioPlus 
• Shelter Box 
• Wheelchair Foundation

• Family Alliance, Inc 
• Family Health Partnership – Dental see Family Health Partnership Clinic 
• Food –
  • Northern Illinois Food Bank - Neighbors Food Pantry of Wonder Lake
  • Food for Thought 
  • FISH - "Friends in Service Here" (FISH of McHenry – Food Pantry) 

• Garden Quarter Neighborhood Resource Center 
• Home of the Sparrow 
• McHenry Knights of Columbus Councils 1288 and 16446 – Meals 
• McHenry Community Fellowship Breakfast 
• McHenry County Workforce Network 
• Peterson Park
• Pioneer Center - Annual Fall Farm Fest
  • 2016
  • 2015
• Rachael's Challenge – Promoting Acts of Kindness 
• Veterans of Foreign Wars –
  • Donation to the VFW Post 4600
  • Laptops

• Rotary Club of McHenry Vocational Scholarships 
• Everyday Hero – Rotary Club of McHenry Ron Bykowski 
• McHenry Downtown Indoor Theater – Don Tonyan, Sr 
• Rotary Award for Humanitarian Services –     Fr. Godwin Nsy-Ubom Asuquo 
• Character Based Management 

• Academic Scholarships to residents of McHenry and Johnsburg pursuing post-secondary education 
• Advanced Placement Exam Testing 
  • Foundation Donation of $3,000 to the McHenry School District 156 
  • Johnsburg High School Advanced Placement 
• Rotary Youth Leadership Awards to high school students

• 2016
• 2017 

• The first goal is to achieve 20% growth in membership.  It is well to note that one third of this goal has already been achieved.   

• The second (and an essential) goal is to distribute responsibilities to those who accept them; more than 20 Club and Foundation positions have been accepted by various members.  

• The third goal is to ensure growth and stability in funding the Club’s and the Foundation’s charitable service projects.  These include charitable service projects in four Avenues of Service – Community, International, Vocational, and Youth.  To that end, the endowment of the Foundation was recently tripled, and a $10,000 additional endowment was added.  In addition, the Club/Foundation seek to add 1 to 2 additional “one night” fundraisers to the already fun and highly successful Blues, Brews and Barbecue in Peterson Park from August 18-20, 2017.  If you would like to become a sponsor, please contact RotaryClubOfMcHenry@gMail.com

• The fourth goal is to enhance the social aspect of our Club through Members and their significant others, as well as encourage those interested in becoming a Member to join us and get to know us better.   Five such fun events are being planned. 

1. The band lineup;
2. The addition the 2017 Kansas City Barbecue Society Sanctioned BBQ Cook-Off;
3. A video of the 2016 Blues, Brews & Barbecue festival;
4. A growing list of sponsors, which are already listed on every webpage;
5. A growing list of food vendors; and
6. An excellent opportunity to volunteer for this event.

• Tier I: Under 23 members.
• Tier II: 23-39 members.
• Tier III: 40 or more members.”

• officer and Board succession plans (including timely and consistent nomination and election);
• documents and strategic planning (e.g., Constitution, Bylaws and etc.) review and revision;
• knowledge of Rotary History;
• calendar of speakers;
• “Family of Rotary” matters (e.g., condolence cards, get well cards, birthday cards, and etc.);
• new Member induction and orientation;
• online reporting (e.g., attendance, new members, officers, minutes, and etc.);
• club socials/holiday celebrations/charter night celebrations, and so on;
• timely payment of dues;
• Club goals, achievements and other matters

Thursday, October 16th, Stade's Farm... McHenry Rotarians gathered for lunch here today and assisted with the visit of exceptional children and adults from a local agency.  They enjoyed petting animals, a hay ride, and other activities at this popular local farm and park.  Photo courtesy of Donna Schaefer.

                The McHenry Rotary Club welcomed guest speaker, Robin R. Doeden, Executive Director for the McHenry County Community Foundation at their noon meeting, Thursday, October 9^th, at the McHenry Country Club.  Ms. Doeden outlined several programs of her organization that helps veterans, especially in the area of medical treatment and education services.  The McHenry County Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Chicago Community Trust.

                The McHenry Rotary Club welcomed guest speaker, Joe Rosner, a local self-defense instructor from Hebron, Illinois.  Rosner put forth some no-nonsense ways in which persons could increase their safety when accosted by a threatening person.  His talk was given at the regular Thursday meeting of the McHenry Rotary Club at noon, October 2^nd, in the McHenry Country Club.  His presentation included a role play with a Rotarian to show how to thwart physical aggressive movements.  Photo:  Rosner demonstrates how to break a choke hold with McHenry Rotarian, Terry Hargrove.

                Donald Brewer, Assistant Governor for Rotary District 6440, has been elected to serve as District Governor for the Rotary year 2017-2018.  Don is a member of the Algonquin Rotary Club and has served as Assistant Governor for a number of years.   He visited the McHenry Rotary Club at its regular meeting, Thursday, October 2^nd, at the McHenry Country Club.  Brewer is shown in this photograph being congratulated by McHenry Past President, Tom Webb.

                The Rotary Club of McHenry, at its Thursday noon meeting, September 25^th, at the McHenry Country Club, McHenry, welcomed Chief John Jones of the McHenry Police Department who gave a talk on steps taken in McHenry to respond to possible armed attacks at local schools.   The Chief outlined the training and community based cooperation of police, fire, public works, and educational leaders to prepare for the eventuality of someone bringing a weapon to school as an act of terror.    Photo:  Club President, Brian Thoma, is shown with guest speaker, Chief John Jones.

                The Rotary Club of McHenry, at its Thursday noon meeting, September 25^th, at the McHenry Country Club, McHenry, had member, PDG Bill McLemore, present two Paul Harris Fellows with their certificates and pins.   Ron Bykowski, through a substantial contribution to the Rotary Foundation, increased his giving level to 8 and designated a portion of his gift to honor new member, Susie Franks, as a Paul Harris Fellow.   Photo:  (Left to right, benefactor Ron Bykowski, Paul Harris Fellow Susie Frank, and PDG Bill McLemore.  Photo courtesy of Donna Schaefer.

                The Rotary Club of McHenry, at its Thursday noon meeting, September 25^th, at the McHenry Country Club, McHenry, inducted Susie Frank, founder and director of Mission Community Center for Sacramental Growth, MCCSG.    Her organization is a McHenry Resource Center for home schooling and education program for our county area.  Photo:  Club President, Brian Thoma, (on the right) inducts Susie Frank as a member of the McHenry Rotary Club.

Sister Mary Martha from Marengo visited our club once again and sat next to long-time member Phil Bartmann, who needs the blessings of a holy woman!  Phil said he just had physical therapy before the Rotary meeting and welcomed such a blessings as she provided their table!

                The Rotary Club of McHenry, at its Thursday noon meeting, September 11^th, at the McHenry Country Club, McHenry, welcomed Dan Volkers of the McHenry County Farm Bureau.   Mr. Volkers presented a power point talk of the current activities and programs of our local farm bureau.  Photo:  Club President, Brian Thoma, is shown with guest speaker, Dan Volkers.

                 Faculty members (left to right), Terry Fitzgibbons and Jen Beattie, and Senior High student, Bradley Smith, make an appeal to the members of the McHenry Rotary Club, Thursday, September 11^th, 12 noon, to support a program of driving safety, “Celebrate My Drive,” of State Farm Insurance Company.   The school that receives the most “votes” at www,celebratemydrive.com” will receive $100,000 in education grants.  The meeting was at the McHenry Country Club on John’s Street in McHenry.

                The Rotary Club of McHenry, at its Thursday noon meeting at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, McHenry, welcomed Sharon and Bob Naskrent of the Illinois/Wisconsin Search and Rescue Team with two of their search dogs.  They spoke of the many ways these dogs have saved lives with their unique ability to track and smell. 

To celebrate his 45th year as a Rotary, Bill McLemore, treated the club to a spaghetti dinner at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.  With the help of his wife, Lori Lowe, also a Rotarian and Rector of St. Paul's, and Phil and Janice Bartmann, around 30 people enjoyed a meal.  During the meeting, President Brian Thoma, presented Bill with a handsome curved glass plaque honoring his 45 years of Rotary service.   He joined Rotary in September 1969 and the McHenry Club is his 7th Rotary Club to belong to over the years.  

                The Rotary Club of McHenry, at its Thursday noon meeting at the McHenry County Club, welcomed local historian, Pat Wirtz, who presented a program on the history of the Petersen Farm and the community activities planned by the Petersen Farm Foundation.  The farm dates back to 1842 when Page Colby purchased 240 acres along what would become McCullon Lake Road.  Every year the Foundations holds a “Petersen Farm Day” with tours of the farm  house, activities for the children, and other forms of entertainment.  Over 1,500 attended their last event.

ROTARIAN TAKES ICE BUCKET FOR ALS AT MEETING

                Mayor Sue Low dared Phil Sweeney, both members of the McHenry Rotary Club, to take the ALS ice water challenge.  Phil accepted the challenge and the club elected Jim Vyduna and Don Tonyan to lift and pour the bucket of ice and water over his head.  Through a process of auction and club action, the group raised nearly $200 to help fight ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ‘Lou Gehrig’s Disease'         

                Phil, in his pre-dousing speech, named his siblings, brothers Brendan and Frank, sister, Maureen, to join the thousands who have taken the ice bath for ALS.   The whole procedure ended the weekly noon meeting of the McHenry Rotary Club on the grounds of the McHenry Country Club, facing the members looking through the windows. 

Photo:  Jim Vyduna and Don Tonyan pour the ice water over fellow Rotarian Phil Sweeney.  

                The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed the Governor of Rotary District 6440, Ellen Young, at its regular meeting, Thursday, August 14^th, at the McHenry Country Club.  The governor presented a brief power point program highlighting the world-wide service projects of Rotary International and spoke of the importance of involvement in community service.  District 6440 has over 2,000 members in about 66 clubs in the northeast corner of Illinois.  Photo:  Governor Meets with Board of Directors. (Clockwise from left), Donna Schaefer, Tony Huemann, Assistant Governor Don Brewer, Governor Ellen Young, Cheryden Juergensen, (backs to camera), Past President Tom Webb, President Brian Thoma

                Mayor Sue Low presents a McHenry proclamation to member Don Weingart, a long-time McHenry Rotarian, for his support of the United States Military during World War II.  These awards were presented at the veterans appreciation ceremonies at the Pearl Street Park the preceding Sunday which Don was unable to attend.  The photo shows Don and Mayor Sue with the proclamation at the Thursday, August 14th, noon meeting of the club.  Ron Bykowski also noted the World War II service of member Bob Blake.  

                Bill McLemore, Priest Associate Retired, of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, McHenry, receives a check for $948.10 from Rotarian Don Tonyan as part of the Community Service monies raised at their recent Blues, Brews, and Barbecues.  From all reports, this was one of the most successful of these annual events sponsored by McHenry Rotary.  Early estimates indicate the club will be able to offer nearly $20,000 outreach to the community.  

   I have been scanning the photos and papers left by Jack Kelsey(about 200 so far) and found a real treasure for our history.  Among the photos, newsletters, and memorabilia, is his 1965-1966 membership notebook.  Not only with photos and brief bios of all the members in that day, but in the back is a brief history of each year from 1954-1966.  The attached photo is of Jack's page in the directory.  It will take a while to finish scanning the material, but I just wanted to share this.  I've scanned every page.  Bill McLemore, Club Historian

 Mary Mahady, McHenry Township Assessor was the guest speaker at our club meeting, July 24th, 12:00 noon, at the McHenry Country Club.

President Thoma called the meeting to order, with 15 Rotarians in attendance and our guest speaker, Lucy Tonyan (see Bill McLemore's story about our speaker). Phil Sweeney lead us in the Pledge, Denny Welter the 4 Way Test, Don Weingart a song and Bill McLemore a prayer of thanks and hope for a speedy recovery for Phil Bartmann.

Fun and Frolic - Brian quizzed us "On This Day In History"

Mystery Hand Shaker - Phil Sweeney

Happy Dollars - Brian for Phil B. coming home from the hospital and fleecing Sweeney at poker, Jim Vyduna for his stay at his condo in Colorado, Kathy for her upcoming trip to Alaska, Patrick for spending some time with his 9 month old granddaughter in Ohio and Bill McLemore for the return of Lori from her grandmother duties out of state.

Reports:

Picnic In The Park - July 17th - 5 pm Veterans Park...BYOB (bring your own beverage) - No meeting at the Country Club

Bags Tournament - July 19th - corner of 120 and Riverside Drive - benefit for St. Pauls Diaper Bank

Fiesta Day Parade - July 20th - volunteers needed to hand out brochures during parade

50/50 drawing - Sue Low had the ticket but the white marble remains...pot is now $ 121

    Lucy Tonyan, a long-time resident of McHenry, recently an Art Teacher at Montini Catholic School for 18 years, talked to the McHenry Rotary Club about the importance of art for children and adults.  She recently resigned from her teaching position to spend full time with her art school studio she began in downtown McHenry.  She believes that art can be applied to many different disciplines such as geography, reading, writing, and history.  Lucy mentioned the "Art Parties" at her studio every Friday and Saturday night.  She also explained a new medium, Chalk Paint, which can be used to decorate furniture, walls, and paint effects.  Lucy is shown in the photo attached to the right of McHenry Rotarian, Donna Schaefer.  

Dr. Laura L. V. King, formerly with the Center for Therapeutic Services and Psychodiagnostic, now a Commander with the McHenry Police Department, gave a 30 minute power point talk on the new Illinois Medical Marijuana Law.  She said the effort was to explain the basic guidelines for the program and to assure the public that precautions at every level were being taken.   She noted that all the marijuana in this program is high grade and must be grown in Illinois.  Strict procedures are being made for the growing, processing, and storing of the product.  One form of the marijuana used involves regular plastic sandwich bags which hold 140 joints--a 10 day supply of 10 joints per day.  She didn't know the actual cost of the bag, but believed a single joint would be about $5.00.  (This would mean a 140 joint bag would run for around $600)  Several members asked if she brought any free samples, but the Country Club served ice cream instead!  Her program was very informative and enjoyed by those present.

   Assistant District Governor, Don Brewer, made it official at the picnic style club meeting, Thursday noon, January 26th, on the terrace west of Fox Lake at the McHenry Country Club.  He thanked outgoing president, Tom Webb, and gave the oath of office to the incoming president, Brian Thoma.

Fred Neuschel who presented a program several months ago on his "Build A Dream" program that seeks to help poor families in El Vaquero, Mexico, through a process of education, was award a $1,000 contribution as part of our club's community support.  Pictured is Fred with Ron Bykowski, who gave him the check at the regular noon meeting of the club, Thursday, January 26th.  

  Ron Bykowski, on behalf of McHenry Rotary, presented a check for  $1,000.00 to Phyllis Mueller, Director of the St. Paul's Diaper Bank as part of the charitable giving of the club for community service.  The Diaper Bank collects diapers for children and adults to agencies in the community that distribute them.  The check was presented Thursday, June 26th, at the regular noon meeting of the club on the McHenry Country Club terrace.

Kathy Pelz, Immediate Past President, was selected by outgoing President Thomas Webb as the recipient of the President's Award.  President Webb commended her for exceptional service to the club.  The award was given as a part of the Installation of the new president, Brian Thoma, at a picnic meeting of the club on the terrace of the McHenry Country Club, Thursday, June 26th, at 12:30 P.M. 

   Patrick Maynard, Phd, President and CEO of the Pioneer Center for Human Services, joined our club June 12th.   This will be his third Rotary Club having just come from the Sunrise Club of Crystal Lake.  Please take a moment to introduce yourself to Patrick.

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Sandy Sullivan of Franklin, Wisconsin, the author of “Green Bay Love Stories” who entertained the members telling of her association with the Green Bay Packers beginning in 1961.  Sandy addressed the club at their regular noon meeting, Thursday, June 5^th, at the McHenry Country Club.  She shared her personal memories of what she calls the “Packers glory days.”   Photo:  Guest speaker, Sandy Sullivan, is shown with Club President, Tom Webb. 

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Roy Stoppenbach, an Electrical Engineer with Continental Automotive Systems as well as a licensed judge for homebrew.  He will be one of the judges for the upcoming Blues-Brews-Barbecues scheduled August 1-3^rd at Petersen Park in McHenry.  Roy described the 5 areas to be considered in the judging.  The homebrew contest is just one of the many activities planned for this annual fund raiser of McHenry Rotarians.   Roy is pictured with Don Tonyan, Chair of the BB&B weekend.

We always enjoy it when members bring their family to club meetings and we were blessed today with Donna Schaefer and her daughter Hannah!  

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Jesse Lopez, one of three awarded a $3,000 scholarship by the club Scholarship Committee.  Jesse graduated from McHenry High School West Campus where he played varsity soccer and will be entering St. Xavier University in Chicago with a major in business and finance.    Jesse is on the left of Scholarship Chair, Terry Fitzgibbons, in this photograph.  

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Sherry and Hugh McGowan, Directors of “Visiting Angels,” a local program for living assistance among the elderly and infirm.  The couple spoke alternately on the training of their volunteers and the value of home bound health and wellness care.  Among their services  are meal preparation, errands and shopping, light housekeeping, and companionship.  Their offices are located at 12 E. Crystal Lake Avenue in Crystal Lake.  They made their presentation at the regular Thursday meeting of McHenry Rotary, May 15^th, in the river side dining hall of the McHenry Country Club.

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed a group of local High School students who have recently participated in the Rotary Youth Leadership Award training workshops.   These three day events include learning communications skills, problem solving, conflict management, being effective leaders, and community and global citizenship.  The students were presented and introduced by Jeff Batt of the McHenry Sunrise Rotary, to the Thursday noon meeting of the McHenry Rotary Club, May 15^th, at the McHenry Country Club. Photo: (left to right): Jeff Batt , Sunrise Rotary Club; Liesl Zostrow, McHenry West Campus; Cassiddy Wowrzos, McHenry West Campus; Roberto Varela, McHenry East Campus; and Caitlyn Grubich, McHenry East Campus.

  Our club welcomed a group of participants in the Mission Community Center for Sacramental Growth (MCCSG) Thursday, May 8th, at the McHenry Country Club.  The program was scheduled by Susie Frank (see photograph) of the organization who gave the opening talk about their purpose and mission.  Other speakers directed their comments on various aspects of the non-profit group that seeks to imporove education through tutoring, sports, and club activities.

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Tony Huemann, Chief of McHenry Township Fire Protection District, and also a club member since 2010, as their program Thursday, May 1^st, at the McHenry Country Club.  Chief Huemann spoke to the members about the arrangement planned for fire protection during the road construction underway and planned for three areas: Route 31 and Route 120 in downtown McHenry, Route 31 and Bull Valley Road south of the city, and a round-a-bout in Johnsburg at a major intersection.  Plans include a temporary fire house in a vacant auto mechanic building as well as coordinating with construction activities.

   Our Rotary Club welcomed three local High School students who have each been awarded a $500 Vocational Scholarship by this club.   (Left to right) Stuart Swanson, Johnsburg High, looks to a career in equine care; Ashley Burr and Colin Ellison, who both attend McHenry High West Campus.  Ashley looks to study nursing and Colin seeks to become a firefighter and paramedic. 

     Ron Burton, R I President 2013-14 has an extensive 7 page article in the May issue of the ROTARIAN.   The lead statement for the article is: "For the past decade, Rotary's membership has lingered around 1.2 million.  That means for every person who joined in the last 10 years, another person left.  Today's numbers show Rotary is not only stagnant but in decline in many areas." 

    The article begins on page 62 and covers many different aspect of membership growth.  The last page (illustrated here) is TAKE ACTION--Not sure why your club is shrinking?  Ask these questions:

(1) Is my club's meeting time, format, and location convenient for members with families or younger professions still building their careers?

(2) How well does my club reflect the age, gender, and professional diversity of my community?

(3) Whose interests are reflected with my club's programs?

(4) Do ceremonial activities take time away from speakers, club business, project planning, and networking?

(5) Does my club have plans in place to contact guests after they visit?

   The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed its own Jim Vyduna who recently returned from a skiing trip in British Columbia who gave a program on snow skiing and avalanche safety.  After some informative power point videos of a skier sliding a down a steep mountain slope, Jim carefully explained the extensive equipment needed for this alpine sport and survival.   Of special interest was his demonstration of a special inflated protection device use in case of an avalanche.  He noted that each skier carries a GPS that pinpoints his or her location as well as a signal emitter in case of being covered under snow.  Vyduna provided the program Thursday, April 17^th, at the regular noon meeting in the McHenry Country Club.

   We welcomed Nakisha Wilson, District Executive of the Blackhawk Area Council of the Boy Scouts and Dave Boudreau, McHenry District Director.  They gave an overview of the scouting program in this area along with an introduction to the new Venture Scout Program.   They noted their goals are “building  youth of character, confidence, and leadership.”  The presentation was made at our regular noon meeting, Thursday, March 27^th, in the McHenry Country Club.  Photo:  (Left to right) Tom Webb, Club President; Nakisha Wilson, and Dane Boudreau.

    The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Michael L. Roberts, Ed. D., McHenry County District 156 Superintendent of Schools, to its Thursday noon meeting, March 13^th, at the McHenry Country Club.  Dr. Roberts also brought Eric Blake, Principal of the East Campus High School; and Marsha Potthoff, Principal of West Campus, and introduced them to the club.   The superintendent spoke at length of the many changes in the school education programs but emphasized that the students and their education were the main focus of his administration.  Photo:  Superintendent, Michael Roberts, with Principals Marsha Potthoff and Eric Blake.

Cheryl and the chefs outdid themselves for our lunch meal this Thursday, February 20th.  She said, 'I'm using you as guinea pigs to test my menu for a regional PLAV supper meeting to be held here."  I took this photo of Tony Huemann's plate which only includes a few of the selections offered.

    The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Patrick Wirtz, McHenry Historian, who gave a slide show of people and places of the community dating back to the earliest history of its settlement.  Pat has a photographic memory which augmented his commentary as he showed his pictures.   

    Ronald Newman, who joined our McHenry Rotary Club in September 2011, was honored with the award as a “Paul Harris Fellow” at the January 16, 2014 meeting of his club in the Polish Legion of American Veterans Post on North Park Street in McHenry. 

    The Rotary Club of McHenry welcomed Carl Vallianatos, Assistant Principal at McHenry High School-West Campus, to its regular Thursday noon meeting, January 9^th, at the Polish Legion of American Veterans Post on North Park Street in McHenry. 

    The Rotary Club of McHenry had a special guest for its Annual Christmas banquet in Julie Ostrow of “Find the Funny Enterprises.”  She presented several humor and improvisation exercised to facilitate laughter, healing, and enhanced communication.  The event was held at the McHenry VFW on Thursday evening, December 19^th from 6-9 PM. 

MEETING NOTES

GUEST SPEAKER

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Thursday, April 25, 2013, McHenry County Club
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