The Propeller: September 23, 2024 (Sep. 23, 2024)

Rotary 14 is the place to be.

Tuesdays at 12:00 PM

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

333 South 13th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
United States of America

Phone:

(402) 413-9656

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The meeting is held in the Renaissance Room located on the 2nd floor. Rotary 14 meets in a hybrid format. Join us at The Cornhusker or on Zoom: https://bit.ly/3YosV2W | Meeting ID: 849 7976 2224 | Password: 661910

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This Week's Program (Sept 24): Kat Ousey, Linked2Literacy

As the executive director and co-founder of Linked2Literacy (L2L), Kathleen (Kat) Ousey is a visionary leader with a strong commitment to promoting literacy and empowering families to cultivate a love of reading in children. In just two short years, L2L has made an impact within the community with core initiatives including partnerships, EmpowerMe, WORDSTOCK, and Book Bridge. Linked2Literacy serves as a critical link to increase home book ownership and provide caregivers with the tools and strategies needed to confidently incorporate reading into their daily routines.

In addition to her role at L2L, Kat also serves as the Vice President of Education on the Friends of Lied Board of Directors and as the Co-President Advisor of the Rousseau PTO. She is currently participating in the Leadership Lincoln cohort, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in leadership and community engagement.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear Kat speak on Tuesday and be inspired by her dedication to promoting literacy and empowering families to foster generational change by creating a culture of reading in their homes.

September 24 Lunch Menu ($20):

Chicken Parmesan
Herbed Pasta
Caesar Salad

Congratulations to Our New Blue Badgers!

At the August 13 and September 17 Meetings, President Erin Dobesh presided over the Blue Badge Ceremony, assisted by NEOS Co-Chairs Christie Weeks and Mark Stephens. Congratulations to our new Blue Badgers (pictured left to right): Aubrey Back sponsored by Mike Lindberg, Kelita Svoboda Bak sponsored by Jim Mastera, Karla Frese sponsored by Art Knox, Larry Keiter sponsored by Art Knox, Molly Wieber sponsored by Gail McNair, Ryan Wieber sponsored by Gail McNair, Caleb Swanson sponsored by Tammy Ward, Andru Meiners sponsored by Bob Everitt, Jennifer Monroe sponsored by Angie Muhleisen, Katrina Christiancy sponsored by Laurie Fraser, Julie Murray-Jensen sponsored by Randy Bretz, and Caitlin Copple (not pictured) sponsored by Chris Whitney.

Everett Read Aloud Sign-Up

Please use the following link to sign up to read at Everett. The program starts next Wednesday with morning and/or afternoon time slots.

Everett Read Aloud Sign-Up

Thank you in advance for supporting this program!

Everett School Project Co-Chairs

Stephanie Stearley & Stacy Gutschenritter

Salute to Business: Registration Now Open

Salute to Business, an event of the four Rotary Clubs in Lincoln, honors a local business that is growing employment and furthers the Rotary motto of "Service Before Self."

Celebrate HUDL as The Rotary Clubs of Lincoln's

2024 Salute to Business honoree!

October 29, 2024, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel | The Ballroom

This event will take place of our weekly meeting.

Learn more about the event and register here:

2024 Salute to Business Registration

Wine Down Wednesday: This Wednesday!

President Erin Dobesh has invited Rotary 14 Club Members to join her for fun and fellowship at "Wine Down Wednesday". Erin will be at Bin105 from 5-6:30 on Wednesday, September 25. ready and eager to meet other Rotarians to discuss club business or share in your personal lives.

Gathering Place: Landscaping Project

This Saturday (September 28), we have an opportunity to help with a landscaping project at The Gathering Place, and we could use your hands!

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: 1448 E Street

So far, two have registered (we'd like 10 to 15 volunteers). Please consider joining us to beautify the space and positively impact our community. Your help will be greatly appreciated, and it's a great way to spend time together in service.

If you're available, please sign up using the following link: https://rotary14.org/event/landscaping-at-the-gathering-place/

PS—This project is funded by a District Grant and our local club foundation. Thank you to everyone who donated to Rotary's Annual Fund-SHARE and our local Lincoln Rotary Club 14 Foundation!

Remember to register for the Fusion 5650 District Conference. It will take place October 18 and 19 at the Omaha Marriott Downtown. To find out more information about the conference and to register, visit https://rotarydistrict5650.org/Stories/rotary-fusion-5650-district-conference.

Upcoming Programs

October 1: Dr. Dele Davies, UNMC Interim Chancellor

October 8: John Spatz, NE Association of School Boards

October 15: Kwame Dawes. Author and Editor of Prairie Schooner

October 22: President Jeff Gold, University of Nebraska
October 29: Salute to Business

November 5: Open World Program Participant Panel

November 12: Veterans Day Program

November 19: Dr. Kelsi Anderson, Bryan College Health Sciences

November 26: NO MEETING, Happy Thanksgiving!

December 3: Lori Seibel, Community Health Endowment of Lincoln

December 10: Jeff Ahl, ArCuretechture

December 17: Christmas Party

Gathering Place Volunteering
The Gathering Place
Sep 25, 2024 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Wine Down Wednesday
Bin105
Sep 25, 2024 5:00 PM

Gathering Place Volunteering
Gathering Place
Sep 26, 2024 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Landscaping at The Gathering Place
The Gathering Place
Sep 28, 2024 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Banner Committee
Charley Ogden's House
Oct 01, 2024 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

NEOS Meeting
The Oven (Meet in The Cellar)
Oct 04, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Global Engagement Committee Meeting
Regular meeting room
Oct 08, 2024 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM

Polio Ride

Oct 12, 2024 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Rotary 14 Board Meeting

Oct 17, 2024 12:00 PM

Rotary 14 Feeds Families Challenge

Oct 20, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024

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Lauren Peters
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