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Oct. 07, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dr. Robert B. Sloan, Jr.
Dr. Robert Sloan began his term as the third President of HBU on Sept. 1, 2006. Under his leadership the university has achieved unprecedented growth in programs, facilities, and enrollment. Dr. Sloan came to HBU from Baylor University, where he served as President and Chancellor from 1995 to 2006. Previously, he was a faculty member at Baylor U., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Hardin Simmons U. He also served as a pastor at more than 20 churches in Texas and Oklahoma. Sloan has written three books and has published extensively during his career. Dr. Sloan graduated from Baylor U. in 1970, earned a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary in 1973, and a Doktor der Theologie insignia from the U. of Basel, Switzerland in 1978. He is a native Texan, having been born in Coleman and raised in Abilene. He and his wife have seven children and five grandchildren. |
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Oct. 07, 2021 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Please use the information below from the AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF HOUSTON and the attachments for the nomination of Officers and Directors.
Article II - ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORSSECTION 1. Officers and five regular Directors shall be elected each year. The election shall be held on the annual meeting date as hereinafter provided. All officers and Directors-at-Large shall be elected or appointed, as applicable, to serve for a period of one year and all other Directors shall be elected to serve for a period of three years. SECTION 2. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. Any member in good standing may hold office, except:
SECTION 3. ELECTION COMMITTEE. At least six weeks prior to the annual meeting date, the President with the approval of the Board of Directors, shall appoint an Election Committee of three members. Such Election Committee shall examine and pass on the validity of all ballots and count them. The Election Committee may appoint as many additional members as it may need to carry out its functions. SECTION 4. NOMINATING COMMITTEE. At least six weeks prior to the annual meeting, a Nominating Committee shall be named by the President, with the advice and approval of the Board of Directors. Such Nominating Committee shall consist of not less than seven nor more than eleven members. Six weeks prior to the annual meeting date the chairperson of the Nominating Committee shall explain the details of the election at a regular meeting and invite suggestions of names of Rotarians suitable and qualified as officers and directors. Such a proposal for nomination must be signed by a Club member and must be made on a form approved be the Directors which form shall give pertinent data including the Rotary record of the person proposed. “It shall be the duty of the Nominating Committee to prepare a ballot which shall include at least one nominee for the offices of President-Elect, Treasurer, Sergeant-at-Arms; and at least 8 nominees but not more than 15 for the office of Director. If less than the minimum number of names is proposed by the general membership for any office, the Nominating Committee shall propose sufficient additional names to meet the required minimum for the office. If more than the maximum number of names is proposed by the general membership for any office, the Nominating Committee, by a majority vote of at least two-thirds of its members, shall restrict the nominees for that office to the specified maximum. The Nominating Committee shall obtain a member’s consent before placing his or her name on the ballot. The position of the nominees on the ballot shall be determined by the nominees and conducted by the chairman of the Nominating Committee and the Club secretary. SECTION 5. ELECTION. On the Thursday, 21 days prior to the election, the names and pictures of those members selected by the Nominating Committee shall appear on the Club’s electronic website and sent to each member via electronic mail (or post card (regular mail) if electronic mail is unavailable for such member.) On the Monday, seventeen (17) days before the annual meeting date, the Secretary shall mail to every member a ballot, with a return envelope directed to the Election Committee, Rotary Club of Houston, at the then current address. The deadline date is the Monday, 3 days prior to the annual meeting date. Any envelopes received after the above date shall not be considered valid. The Secretary shall turn the ballots over to the Election Committee unopened not later than 2:00 PM on Wednesday following the deadline date. The Election Committee shall never disclose to anyone the number of votes that any person received. When the votes are counted, the chairperson of the Election Committee shall announce the winners on the annual meeting date. Should there be a tie vote in the final election for any office, it shall be so announced and those members’ names shall appear on a paper ballot for the membership to vote on at the next regularly scheduled meeting, two weeks following the date of the election. |
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Oct. 14, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
KIM OGG - HARRIS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYKim Ogg is the elected Harris County District Attorney. She is a native Houstonian licensed by the State Bar of Texas in 1987 and recognized as a specialist in Criminal Law by the Board of Legal Specialization since 1992. Upon taking office, she promised a new era of criminal justice by insuring a just process for the victim, the accused, and the community in every case. She has focused her prosecutors on public safety by prioritizing disposition of crimes against people and property. Kim's legal career began in 1987 as a line prosecutor for the Harris County D.A. While serving as a Chief Felony Prosecutor, she was appointed Houston’s first Anti-Gang Task Force Director in 1994. From 1999 - 2006, Kim served as the Executive Director of Crime Stoppers of Houston. In 2006, Kim transitioned to private legal practice and became the managing partner of her own law firm. Kim now brings her strong track record of public service and thirty years of criminal justice experience to the position of Harris County D.A. During the first six months of her Administration, she has successfully advanced major drug policy and bail reform, diversified the leadership of the District Attorney's Office and effected legislative reform on behalf of crime victims.
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Oct. 18, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Oct. 20, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Oct. 23, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Oct. 23, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
**NOTE: $30 Ticket price includes 4 tickets to event** The Rotary Club of Houston is excited to announce the 1st Annual Cook Off event on Oct 23rd, 2021. Our goal is to host a fun event for the community that will help the Rotary Club of Houston raise money for its numerous community service projects throughout the year while also raising funds toward the “Strides Against Breast Cancer” initiative sponsored by the American Cancer Society. The Rotary Club of Houston Cook-off (RCoH Cook Off) will take place on Saturday, Oct 23rd, 2021. from 11:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at West Alabama Icehouse here in Houston TX. This event is for the whole family. We will have live music as well as a raffle and silent auction at the event. Alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased from bar staff. Please consider joining us as we spread Rotary’s values, raise money for community service projects, and help fight breast cancer. Together we can make a direct impact in the community! Interested in competing as a team in the event or reserving a table for 8? Please contact Mark Enis @ menis@openkeygroup.com
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Oct. 28, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Kent Clingerman Harris County Precinct 4 Kent Clingerman is a native Houstonian, growing up on the north side of the city. He joined the Community Assistance Department at Harris County Precinct 4 in December of 2014. Visiting with citizens and community groups across Precinct 4, Kent educates residents regarding the programs and services Precinct 4 has to offer with our Parks, Senior Adult Programs and road and bridge maintenance. Kent also has worked closely with the Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
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Nov. 04, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Nov. 11, 2021 11:00 a.m.
The Veterans Committee of the Rotary Club of Houston invites you to participate in the “Veterans Day Celebration: Honoring All Who Served Our Country” at the Cloudbreak “Veterans” Community on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Our Rotary Club will provide food, beverages, games, and fellowship to our veterans who currently reside at Cloudbreak located at 4500 Travis Street, Houston, Texas 77002. Come out and celebrate the military service that these men and women provided to our great country. Space is limited—so please register on-line. The Cloudbreak Community is one of several active developments that provides supportive housing for homeless and at-risk veterans in nine cities across five states. Owned and operated by Cantwell-Anderson, Inc, the Cloudbreak Community in Houston—originally a Days Inn Hotel—has housed nearly 3,000 veterans in transitional and long-term housing since 2003. The mission at Cloudbreak is to assist “each veteran to overcome life’s obstacles and attain his or her potential through mutuality, dignity and respect for all.” If you have any questions or concerns regarding this fantastic event, please contact Orlando O’Neill (Veterans Committee Chair) at (832) 603-0446. |
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Nov. 11, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Nov. 15, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Nov. 18, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
DIRECTOR OF HYDROLOGIC OPERATIONS/METEOROLOGIST JEFF LINDNER Joining the Harris County Flood Control District in 2003 as the District’s first meteorologist is one of many precedents set by Jeff Lindner. In his primary role as Director of the Hydrologic Operations Division and Harris County meteorologist, Jeff implements regular communication with multiple agencies, elected officials, and media partners during episodes of severe weather. Jeff oversees the operation of the District’s flood operations, the flood warning system, and flood forecasting efforts. He has developed multiple presentations and preparedness materials on hurricane impacts, flooding, and drought and how to prepare and respond to these weather events. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science degree in meteorology from Texas A&M University. He is a member of the national and local chapters of the American Meteorological Society and of the Texas Gulf Coast Emergency Managers Association, the National Hydrological Warning Council, and the ALERT Users Group. |
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Dec. 02, 2021 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Maria Aguirre Maria Aguirre joined Port Houston in 2021 as the Director of the Community Relations & Events Department, which focuses on outreach activities involving Port Authority and Port of Houston community stakeholders. Prior to joining the Port, Aguirre worked at Avenue CDC where she served as the Director of Community Initiatives. Her accomplishments include securing a $750,000 grant for the Northline Community and a $675,000 grant for capacity building and advocacy efforts in the Greater Northside. She also implemented the BUILD health challenge grant that helped refer 700 homes to the Health Department Lead Abatement program. Maria was also selected as the 2020 Houston Texans Campeón de la Comunidad, which honors an outstanding leader in the Latino community who is making a positive impact on the city of Houston through service and dedication to a local non-profit. Maria is a Cum Laude graduate of Baylor University, with a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies. She is also a Certified Associate in Project Management. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree from Harvard University – Extension school. Garret Berg Garret Berg is the Manager of Community Relations for the Port of Houston Authority. Garret is a graduate of Texas Tech University, where he earned his B.A in Business Administration and Public Relations. His 10+ years of experience in the marketing and healthcare industries, including his previous position with the Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner’s office, has helped to create a focused passion for working in the community. His current role with PHA focuses on the maritime industry and stakeholder engagement near and within the Houston port region. Garret enjoys spending his free time with his wife and sons.
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Dec. 07, 2021 - Dec. 08, 2021
We are only 5 days away from the Big Event and need to make one final push to insure this event is the best RLA Gala to date.
On behalf of our Honorary Chairman, NFL Great Jerry Kramer, our Featured Speaker, the 1987 Lombardi Award Winner, Chris Spielman and the 500 plus attendees attached hereto is our Sponsorship Packet and the Help us to Build The Wall of Honor and Find a Cure for Cancer Program for you to forward to your friends, associates and clients.
It is important to remember that we are:
It will be a night to remember!
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Dec. 07, 2021
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Dec. 07, 2021 5:00 p.m. - Dec. 08, 2021 11:00 p.m.
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Dec. 11, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Mister McKinney will be our guide for the River Oaks Christmas Lights Tour! When you hop on board during the holidays, you’ll get to tour some amazing light displays in the historic River Oaks neighborhood, founded in 1924. From River Oaks Boulevard to Inwood Drive, you’ll get to see elaborately decorated homes!
While touring River Oaks, McKinney will give you a glimpse into Houston’s past. So, if you want to see beautiful lights and learn more about Houston, why not get on board and get the best of both worlds. |
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Dec. 15, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Dec. 18, 2021 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Please join members of the Rotary Club of Houston as we participate in our annual “Holiday Wreaths for Veterans” service project on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 11:00 am to Noon. The Rotary Club of Houston has partnered with “Wreaths Across America-Houston” to place holiday wreaths on the headstones of our fallen veterans at Houston National Cemetery. Bring your family and friends to this memorable holiday event. See the information below from the www.waahouston.com website: Important Information – Parking
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Dec. 20, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Jan. 06, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Susan V. Brodbeck Susan Brodbeck is retired from a buying and merchandising career of 31 years in May Co. Department Stores in Indianapolis and at Foley’s in Houston. Susan graduated from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri with an Associate of Arts Degree in Business and Retailing and then from Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing. After graduating she was a buyer and a merchandise manager for L. S. Ayres Department Stores in Indianapolis, Indiana for 24 years. In 1992, as a result of a merger, Susan moved to Houston as the Ladies Coat Buyer for Foley’s. Now, ask yourself...how is anyone successful at selling coats in Texas?? But, during her 9 years at Foley’s Susan earned “Buyer of the Year” 2 times. She has been a member of Rotary since February 2007 and currently serves as the Rotary Youth Exchange Officer for the Lake Houston Area Club. During her tenure she has coordinated 26 Inbound and 65 Outbound Rotary Youth Exchange Students. She also serves as the liaison for the many wonderful Host Families who have hosted the Inbound Rotary Exchange Students from around the globe. She has also served on the District 5890 Rotary Youth Exchange Committee. Additionally, Susan served as President of The Rotary Club of Humble in 2014-15. Organizing and planning are two things Susan really likes to do. On a personal note, Susan, enjoys year-round golf at the Clubs of Kingwood. Staying in touch with old friends and making new ones. It has become a hobby for Susan; she says... “Some people collect coins, I like to collect friends.” Susan enjoys her membership in The Rotary Club of Lake Houston Area as it has opened avenues of opportunity for humanitarian service and camaraderie with like–minded professionals and associates and, the ability to keep current with what’s happening locally and nationally and as well as globally. Susan will tell you through involvement in Rotary Youth Exchange there is something to do every day to give a student somewhere in the world a “leg up” in life!
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Jan. 13, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Vernus C. Swisher, Sr., D. Min. Education * Doctor of Ministry Degree - Houston Graduate School of Theology; Houston, Texas Experience 10/2019 - CEO Consulting and Coaching * Assistant Store Manager - Sharpstown Mall * Group Manager - Sharpstown Mall * Divisional Manager - Sharpstown Mall * Assistant Department Manager - Corporate Religious Experience (1983 – Present) 2000 - Present Pastor - Galilee Community Baptist Church Houston (2006-Present) Pastor – Galilee Missionary Baptist Church of Kenedy (2004 – 2007) Pastor—St. John Missionary Baptist Church on Dowling (2000—2003) Associate Minister - Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church (2004 – 2006) 1986 - 1998 Thomas Care Nursing Home Senior Ministry 1983 - 1990 Assistant Pastor - South Post Oak Baptist Church
Current Boards & Community Affiliations PrimeWay Federal Credit Union Board, Center for Pursuit Board of Governors, American Leadership Forum Senior Fellow Class XV, Past Boards & Community Affiliations Founder & Charter Member of Leadership Houston; Founding Committee Member of Project Blueprint, Spaulding for Children Advisory Board; Rotary Club of Houston & Foundation Board; College of Biblical Studies Board, Immediate Past Chair; Network of Behavioral Health Providers Board; Mayor’s Public Safety Advisory Committee Chair, City of Houston. United Way of Texas: Board Member/Trustee. United Way of Greater Houston: Panelist, Chairman of Adult Service; Chairman of Allocations Committee; Chairman of Planning Allocation-Information and Referral; Member of the Personnel Committee; Allocations Redesign Committee, Chairman of Agencies Campaign 1994-95; Planning Committee 1998-99; Public Policy 1995-99; President, Agency Executive Directors Association 2000; Multi-cultural Committee; Project Blueprint; Funding Task Force Committee. Rotary Club of Houston, Past President; Houston Food Bank Board, Past President; Region 6 Adult Protective Services Advisory Board; Greater Houston Women’s Foundation Board; Disability Policy Consortium of Greater Houston Board; AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Violence), Interfaith Advisory Council, Target Hunger Advisory Board; The Volunteer Center Board; M.D. Anderson Hospital Volunteer; United Negro College Fund Advisory Board; Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation Board; Texas Commerce Bank-Lockwood/Lyons Board; Justice Forward Other: Houston Evaluation of Community Priorities, Red Cross-Market Street; Inter-Ethnic Forum; John Biggers Exhibition Advisory Committee. Awards: Mayor’s History Makers Award 2021, Houston Community College Leadership and Success Honoree 2019, Career and Recovery Resources, In. Barrier Breaker Award 2019, Houston Graduate School of Theology-The Delbert and Carol Vaughn Alumnus Award 2016, Mayor's Disability Advocate of the Year 2002, National Women of Achievement Visionaries of Excellence Award 1996; Citizen of Month, 1995 Houston Defender; United Way of the Texas Gulf Coast Volunteer of the Year 1985; Texas Southern University Humanitarian of the Year 1983. |
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Jan. 16, 2022
Invitation for your Rotary Club members to join the HAIS Interact Club as volunteers at the Houston Marathon. We will be passing out water and Gatorade at Mile 20. This is not only an opportunity for our students to support the 2022 Houston Marathon Runners; it is also a club fundraiser. Interact Officers have committed to 60 volunteers and assistance from the Rotary Club would be greatly appreciated. I believe this would be a wonderful way for our members to meet and connect. Registration is open for a week. Please share and have any volunteers with the Rotary email me to confirm their registration with our group. I have attached the registration instructions to this email. I hope to see you and other Rotarians there. Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, YOU can volunteer at the
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Jan. 19, 2022 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Jan. 20, 2022 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Jan. 20, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
CHRIS BOLEMAN, PH.D.President & CEO Chris Boleman, Ph.D., was named president and CEO of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ on May 12, 2020. Dr. Boleman joined the Rodeo in 2017 as the executive director of the Agricultural Competitions and Exhibits Division. In 2019, he was promoted to chief mission officer. A native Texan, Dr. Boleman earned a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Ph.D. from Texas A&M University, where he also has served as Associate Professor. As Chief Mission Officer, Dr. Boleman led the execution of all mission-related activities, including the livestock and horse shows, educational and commercial exhibits, donors, auctions, sponsorships, grants, scholarships, and other educational programs. A significant part of this position is working in tandem with 46 of the 108 volunteer committees to provide coordinated and collaborative leadership with the Rodeo’s Executive Committee, vice presidents, committee Chairs and staff. In this position, he provided oversight for an approximately $50 million budget and $27 million given annually through scholarships, educational program grants, and graduate assistantships. In 2019, under the direction of the Rodeo Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee, Dr. Boleman was tasked to provide leadership, oversight and management of the Rodeo’s reorganization plan in cooperation with the consultant team. He also led the implementation phase, which took place in the Fall of 2019. Prior to his promotion to chief mission officer, Dr. Boleman served as executive director of the Agricultural Competitions and Exhibits Division, leading the livestock and horse show competition, auctions and wine programs. Previous to him joining the Rodeo, Dr. Boleman served as the State Leader For Texas 4-H, where he was responsible for leading the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Throughout his career, Dr. Boleman has provided more than 800 educational trainings and presentations, collaborated with experts in content areas to author more than 100 publications, and supported and collaborated with organizations to provide subject matter expertise through instruction, curriculum development, and/or consultation, with organizations including Texas Association of Counties Leadership Development Program for Judges & County Commissioners, Texas Farm Bureau Young Farmer & Rancher Leadership Program, Texas Agriculture Lifetime Leadership Program, Texas Association of Fairs & Events Executive Leadership Program, Texas FFA’s LEAD Program, and Texas A&M AgriLife’s Early Career Leadership Cohort. Dr. Boleman has been very active in the agriculture community throughout his career, and has previously served or is currently serving on the board of directors of several non-profit organizations, including: Texas Association of Fairs and Events, Texas 4-H Foundation, Texas FFA Foundation, North American Livestock Show and Rodeo Managers Association, Extension Committee on Organization and Policy (ECOP), 4-H National Leadership Committee, National 4-H Council Board and National 4-H Council’s Hispanic Advisory Board. In addition to his education at Texas A&M, Dr. Boleman has received the University Certificate of Completion for The Art and Science of Leadership Program at Harvard University and the Certificate of Completion for the Governor’s Executive Development Program at The University of Texas. Dr. Boleman is married to Dr. Randi Boleman, who is also heavily involved at the Rodeo and currently serves as chair of the Communications & Special Services Committee. They make their home in Houston but still try and spend as much time at the family ranch in Brazos County. Dr. Boleman enjoys running, reading, writing and traveling. |
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Feb. 21, 2022 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Feb. 24, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Native Texan Julian Ramirez, 58, is a licensed attorney who has worked in the Harris County criminal courts for more than 32 years. A second-generation U. S. citizen, Julian’s story epitomizes the American Dream. |
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Mar. 03, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Can't join us for lunch at Tony's today in person? Tune in online:CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING VIRTUALLY or paste this into your browser https://teams.live.com/meet/9394979843079
Past District Governor, Rhonda Kennedy, updates us on "Ready for Lift off" for the first Rotary International Convention in Houston in many years. WHERE WERE YOU IN 1972 and 1914? It will be quite a long wait for the next RI Convention in Houston and at least several years until the USA will host this event again. June 4-8 will be right in your own backyard!!! Have you registered? Visit convention.rotary.org Can't join us for lunch at Tony's this Thursday? Tune in online:CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING VIRTUALLY PDG Rhonda Kennedy DG 2008-2009 District 5890 Rhonda Kennedy joined the Rotary Club of Sweeny in 1994. She served as Club President in 1999-2000. Immediately following her Presidential year, Rhonda served as Assistant Governor in 2000-2001 and again in 2001-2002. Rhonda has served District 5890 every year since 2002 in various capacities and served as the District 5890 Governor in 2008-2009. Rhonda has served District 5890 as the 2016 Council on Legislation Delegate, 2017 Zone 27 & 21b Zone Institute Chairman and the Host Organization Chairman for 2022 Rotary International Convention to be held in Houston. Rhonda is the recipient of the 2018 recipient of the Rotary International Service Above Self Award. Rhonda and husband Eric or both members of the Paul Harris Society, Major Donors and members of the Bequest Society. Rhonda and Eric have been married since 1979 and they have 2 sons, 2 Daughter in laws and 4 beautiful grandchildren. Eric and Rhonda moved from Houston to Sweeny in 1979. Rhonda has managed their Simmental cattle operation since 1992. Eric and Rhonda retired in 2010 and spend much of their time in Port Mansfield, Texas doing what they love…fishing.
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Mar. 05, 2022 2:00 p.m.
Memorial Service
Saturday, March 5, 2022 @ 2 p.m.
Location: Christ Church Cathedral, 1117 Texas Avenue, Houston TX 77002.
Ted Hirtz was born 6 March 1936 to Viola Stamer Hirtz and Theodore S. Hirtz, Sr. in St. Louis, MO; called to the Bar in Austin, Texas, December 1963; and headed into the sunset 21 February 2022 from his home in Houston, Texas.
At age 9, Ted’s father’s covered wagon headed east to New York, to the corporate offices of Brown Shoe Company. Ted developed a love of learning at Scarsdale High School, which prepared him to study Roman and Greek history at Harvard University, graduating in 1958. When the Hungarian Revolution began, Ted and others on the Harvard crew enlisted in the USMC; he was a reservist for 6 years.
He met his first wife, Nancy Jane Coleman, on board The S.S. United States liner while travelling with his parents and sister, Joyce. Ted and Nancy married and moved to Stanford University, where Ted studied law, graduating in 1963. Son Stewart was born in California, Henry in NYC, and Will in Houston as Ted began his practice of law. He was an Assistant District Attorney with Harris County before practicing with Childress, Port & Crady; with Ed McDonough; and then on his own.
Ted never feared representing the underdog against great odds. He loved Texas and wanted to establish law regarding her eroding coastline. He served on the Historical and Law Library Committees of the Houston Bar Association. Known as the “lawyer who always wore a hat”, he retired at age 85 and worked full days until he was hospitalized with metastatic kidney cancer.
Ted and Susan Elaine Akers met in the courtyard of Christ Church Cathedral; they married 12 June 1986. Susan and Ted enjoyed ballroom dancing at the Houston Club and the Petroleum Club. They would take off to explore the corners of the world, wandering the market in Kashgar, China; climbing Ayers Rock in Australia; chartering boats to view Komodo dragons and the orangutans in Borneo; and riding camels through Petra and over the Saharan sands of Morocco (when Ted was age 83).
Ted relished riding the Ranchers’ Ride and Salt Grass Trail with his sons and older grandchildren as well as hunting dove and quail. He would phone Henry most mornings to read the daily scriptures. In 53 years, Ted rarely missed a Tuesday singing with the Houston Saengerbund. Ted was a member of the Tax Forum, Rotary Club of Houston, and the Old Lions. He was a 50+ year member with Holland Lodge No. 1 and served on the Board of the Battleship Texas Foundation. He served as president of the English-Speaking Union and as chieftain of the Heather & Thistle Society. He enjoyed studying the poetry of Robert Burns with friends in Houston, Canada and Scotland. Ted and Susan worshiped at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church and at Christ Church Cathedral.
He is survived by Susan, his loving wife of 35 years; sons Stewart Cochran (Lana) Hirtz, Henry Theodore (Amy) Hirtz, and William August (Krissy) Hirtz; grandchildren, Ian Stewart Coleman Hirtz, Margaret Elizabeth Hirtz, William Coleman Hirtz, Shepherd August Hirtz, Helton Ronald Hirtz, and Levi Cochran Hirtz; his sister, Joyce Ann Hirtz Davis and her husband, Steve Ilsley Davis, of Vero Beach, Florida; and his former daughter-in-law, Diane Hirtz Spencer.
Services will be held at two o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, March 5, at Christ Church Cathedral, 1117 Texas Avenue, Houston TX 77002. The Hirtz family requests that attendees wear masks. The service will be live-streamed at https://www.christchurchcathedral.org/hirtzmemorial
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Mar. 09, 2022 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
As you know, the Rotary Lombardi Award is BACK! Under the leadership of Past-President and RLA Chair, David Schwarz, the 48th Rotary Lombardi Award gala was held on December 8th and was a huge success. And soon we will be presenting a very nice check to the American Cancer Society. Now it’s time to set our sights on the 49th RLA to be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022. I want to invite everyone who is interested in learning more about the award, and the many volunteer opportunities to assist the Rotary Lombardi Award committee, to join us for the 49th Rotary Lombardi Award Kickoff Happy Hour. I hope to see you there. Tom Vann, General Chair
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Mar. 10, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
You're invited to a Club Members only meeting. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING Please register now so we can give in our RSVP. CLUB PHOTO WILL BE TAKEN. PLEASE DRESS IN BUSINESS ATTIRE. Sally will be bringing copies with her on visits to clubs in France. Tom Vann will stand in for Richard who will be attending a funeral. Announcements will be brief in order to complete the survey wrap-up. Please join us Thursday, March 10 at 11:30 a.m. at Tony's to Wrap-Up our conversation about the survey. We will focus on the following three areas:
Thank you for your participation in the survey and follow-up meetings. Your Membership Committee If you have any difficulting joining the meeting, copy and paste this link into your browser: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OGU3MmFhOGUtODU3ZC00N2YzLWEwYWYtMDgxYjJjYjFhOTYw%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2209a54eb0-775b-490b-89a6-efda8bc70f57%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e2a6c6bb-876a-4cde-a6e0-b6057a9f92d2%22%7d NEXT WEEK-March 17th Our speaker is Oksana Khariv about an ongoing project to assist the Ukraine. |
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Mar. 17, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Oksana Khariv Founder, Omnis Foundation As we watch the news wondering what is really happening in the Ukraine, our speaker will share her experiences with us. Oksana grew up in the Ukraine during the former USSR where even freedom of speech was denied. She was given the opportunity to study in the U.S. and learned the true meaning of that word. Oksana Khariv works in the investment banking division of Citigroup, focusing on energy transition. Prior to joining Citi, she served as an Advisor at ExxonMobil, overseeing global corporate and market development efforts. Combining her passions for development and philanthropy, Oksana founded Omnis, a non-profit organization committed to restoring communities facing crises through health and education programs. Oksana studied and lived in Ukraine and the United States, speaks 4 languages and has worked on projects globally. She holds an MBA from SMU and a BA from Lviv State University. ZOOM INFORMATION
The Rotary Club of Houston is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Zoom room opens at 11:30 a.m. Meeting begins at noon. (We are experimenting with Zoom so please provide us with feedback.) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88480739932?pwd=UHhCajJJU0VKbmU3TkdrS1hqL1JCQT09 Meeting ID: 884 8073 9932 Passcode: 519239 One tap mobile: +13462487799,,88480739932#,,,,*519239# US (Houston) +12532158782,,88480739932#,,,,*519239# US (Tacoma) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) Meeting ID: 884 8073 9932 Passcode: 519239 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kSln90CT8 <https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kSln90CT8>
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Mar. 21, 2022 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Mar. 24, 2022 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
BETIRRI BENGTSON Born in Puebla, Mexico in 1982, Betirri is a local artist in Houston, Texas, internationally recognized primarily by a series of paintings depicting bodiless sport figures in motion. His work ranges from figurative to conceptual always expressing the essence of an idea or subject. He is also the official artist of the Houston Lamborghini Festival since 2014. Some of his clients include Reebok Brazil, Major League Soccer, NFL & Lone Star Sports & Entertainment. His work has been published and featured in magazines and newspapers in Italy, Romania, Brazil, United States, and Mexico. His exhibit trajectory includes solo shows in Puebla in Mexico, Vancouver in Canada, Moscow in Russia, Houston in the US, and art fairs in Milan, Italy, and Miami Basel. Currently, twelve of Betirri's paintings are part of an international tour called 'Ball in Art' which is organized by a Russian Foundation that started in Moscow in 2018 and touring East Europe and Asia countries until 2022. The exhibit is formed of different artists around the world who paint the subject of football and it will be presented in Qatar during the 2022 World Cup. Betirri's background is in architecture. He has used his skills in the development of a themed park proposed in East Downtown, Houston. Named Goal Park, it will be the enhancement of the Columbia Tap Trail using it as a platform for the community to practice public health and enjoy public art. This has been a volunteered work since 2015. Betirri has practiced art professionally since 2012 as an independent artist sustaining one hundred percent from commissions and the sell of his paintings and drawings. STATEMENT Sports and a healthy lifestyle play an important role in society in any country. Sports are a way of identity for many. Sports keep us in constant motion, motivated, inspired, and alive. Sports are full of emotions and discipline, just like art. When I was a kid, I wanted to become a professional football (soccer) player, but my asthma condition didn't let me go further as I wished. However, art was the only path to stay as close to the sports as an athlete or manager. Although I admire certain athletes, I believe more in the team effort of most sports. I create timeless masterpieces that express that team effort through a bodiless figure in motion. My mission as an artist is to reflect the impact that sports have in our society by different visual creative outlets such as painting, muralism and graphics. - Betirri |