May 18, 2021 Newsletter (May 18, 2021)

May 19, 2021 Program

Classification Talk via Zoom - Mary Ann Allison & Gina Stevenson

For decades Rotary International listed a range of professional “classifications” that restricted how many representatives of each could be in a club. This ensured that each club reflected the community in which it served and was a method used to avoid having one profession become the dominant voice of Rotary Clubs.

Over time, these restrictions gave way, but individual classification continues to be of great interest to your fellow club members. That’s why your Rotary badge carries your name and your classification.

Classification talks help us learn about the life experiences and professional backgrounds of new members – but they are not intended to “pitch” your profession for individual gain. We look forward to learning more about each of you in the coming months!

Idaho Falls Rotary is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Rotary Club Meeting - Get-to-Know Classification Talks

Time: May 19, 2021 12:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)

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Rotary Returns to In-Person Meetings

In-person luncheons return, beginning June 2!

Mark your calendars, spread the news, leave that Zoom meeting and put on some slacks, folks! The Idaho Falls Rotary Club will resume in-person luncheons beginning Wednesday, June 2 at The Waterfront at Snake River Landing. Wahooooo!!!!

Swing for the Green - Supporting our community

NEW Program! Rotarians Supporting our Community - Swing for the Green

Join your fellow Rotarians as we support CEI by attending events at this year’s Swing for the Green June 24-25 at the Idaho Falls Country Club. The Idaho Falls Rotary Club has reserved a table (2 seats available) for the Thursday evening dinner. Tickets are $100 each and include a multi-course dinner, wine & champagne pairings, auction, and entertainment by Paul Cave & The Platinums.

Please contact Gina Stevenson (gina.stevenson@comcast.net) for questions or to reserve your seat at the dinner or spot on the golf team. We look forward to supporting additional community events by our participation throughout the year. For more details on Swing for the Green, please visit https://www.bankofidaho.com/s4g/.

Restaurant of the Month - Elevate Bake Shop

The Idaho Falls Rotary Club is grateful for Elevate Bake Shop (formerly known as One Fire Cafe) for their support of the Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck Race!

Please join us in support of this local restaurant (and supporter of the Duck Race) with a take-out or dine-in order and tell them your a proud and loyal Idaho Falls Rotarian!

Website: Elevate Bake Shop

Phone: (208) 932-2819

Email: info@elevatebakeshop.com

Save the Date!

June 30 - Summer Evening of Fellowship

June 30 for a summer evening of fellowship with your fellow Rotarians.

More details to come... Stay tuned to this website, our E-newsletter, or the Idaho Falls Rotary Club Facebook page.

Youth Service Month

RI Theme for the Month: Youth Service Month

May is Youth Service (formerly called New Generations) Month when Rotary Clubs, around the world focus on youth services, Rotaract, Interact, RYLA, Youth Exchange.

District Conference (Virtual)

Register and join your fellow Rotarians from around the state for this year’s virtual Rotary District Conference on May 21 & 22

Based on the guidance provided by both Rotary International and the District Leadership Council, the 2021 District Conference that was to be held at the Sun Valley Resort on May 21 – 22, 2021 will instead be held virtually on Friday, May 21, 2021.

This year's Virtual District Conference will include a fun-filled pre-show from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. MST that you will not want to miss, with the actual District Conference being held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. MST.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our amazing sponsors noted down below, this event will be free of charge! I would like to personally invite and encourage every Rotarian in our District to attend, either by themselves or with loved ones.

Ed Viesturs, the world famous climber, best-selling author, motivational speaker, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, etc., will still be our keynote speaker (click here for his bio). There will also be other exciting events that will occur, including our popular District Raffle. Trust me when I say that you will not want to miss this event!

More information regarding this exciting event will be forthcoming, so please continue to check your emails to learn more about it and be sure to SAVE THE DATE!!!

Please join me in recognizing our fantastic 2021 District Conference Sponsors, as well as clicking on their names to learn more about these great businesses!

Event Sponsor:

Idaho Central Credit Union

Platinum Sponsor:

The J.R. Simplot Company

D.L. Evans Bank

Gold Sponsors:

Hawley Troxell, Attorneys and Counselors

St. Luke’s

Bronze Sponsors:

The Bank of Commerce

Western Building Maintenance

The Nichols Accounting Group