Posted on May 22, 2018
Come enjoy the fun at the Big Laramie River next to Optimist Park for our 14th Annual Duck Race!
9:00 AM - Free Pancake Breakfast
10:00 AM - Ducks in the water
$10/Duck or 3 for $25
Meeting Summary
Presiding: Caitlin White
Meeting Room setup/takedown and general problem solving: Tom Mangan and Ron Van Ekeren
Inspiration: Esther McGann
Introduction of Guests: Steve Gosar
Guests: Tim Snowbarger introduced his dad, Marion Snowbarger
Humor: Tim Snowbarger
Foundation Drawing: Ken Patel won $10 with $436.50 in the jackpot and 43 cards in the deck.
O’Dwyers Drawing: Ray McElwee won a $20 gift card from O’Dwyer’s.
Announcements:
- President Caitlin announced that the District Governor will speak on August 9.
- Becky Maddox heralded the success of the Duck Race.
- Amelia Kelso is looking for input on “soft skills” needed by employers, in order to help her develop better young employees.
- Tim Snowbarger is looking for volunteers to help with Jubilee Days.
Rotarian of the Week: President Caitlin nominated Jubal Yennie for his help in getting am outbound exchange student launched.
Rotarian of the Month: President Caitlin nominated the three main forces behind the Duck Race: Becky Maddox, Tom Doser and Randi Downham
Special Presentations:
President Caitlin presented Tim Eisenhauer his Past President’s pin.
Upcoming Programs:
July 26 - Sierra Robbins – Peace Corps Presentation
August 2nd – Tim Stamp – Laramie Regional Airport
August 9th -District Governor Chuck Rutenberg
Rotary 4-way Test:
Of the things we think, say, or do
- Is it the Truth?
- Is it Fair?
- Will it build Good Will and Better Friendships?
- Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?
Introduction of Program: Tom Mangan
Program: Anne Mason, Relative Theatrics Company
Anne Mason was told that a theater career in Laramie was impossible, so after college she left to gain experience in the world, and returned to create a theater career in Laramie.
Relative Theatrics’ mission is to present thought-provoking theatre that examines the joining qualities of the human race. Taking artistic risk, they provide a community gathering place where thoughts can be exchanged about society, culture, and the power of creativity.
Anne Mason Source:annemason.weebly.com/bio.html
Relative Theatrics seasons consist of 4 plays that are often Wyoming, regional, or world premieres. After each play is an optional “chatback” with the actors and director. RT also does an annual version of David Sedaris’ Santaland Diaries, and a “Read and Rant” session.
What stands out to most attendees is the intimate setting, where the audience is seated on the stage and actually feel like they are a part of the performances. Due to popularity and limited seating, each performance runs for 6 days and most are sold out.
Relative Theatrics is a 501(c)3 entity and has a 5 member board. They are currently accepting applications for board members. Their funding goals are approximately 20% grants, 40% donations, and 40% earned income. Their budget is spread about equally between operations, artist compensation, and production, with a lesser amount to advertising. They are currently looking for corporate sponsorships and private sponsors.
Mason gave a riveting example of acting from one of her productions and invited members to come check out a performance in the 2018-2019 season, which begins in September in the Gryphon Theater.
Responding for the Club: Tony Hoch
More Info: www.relativetheatrics.com
Response: The Rotary Club of Laramie will make a donation to the public library children’s book fund in the speaker’s name.
NOTE: We Do Not Donate a Book!
Duck Race Winners
$2500 from Bone and Joint – Monica Esquivel
$1000 from Toyota – Jaime Stine
$500 from Quality Suites – Marina Latchininsky
$500 off a GM vehicle – Jenn Wagner
Two 6 foot trees from Tiger Tree – Cathedral Home
Four Person Ski tickets – Mindy Vohland
Four Person Ski Tickets – Gary Negich
$75 in Gift Cards from the CPA Group – Jack Bedessem
$75 in Gift Cards from the CPA Group – Charles Pelkey
$75 in Gift Cards from the CPA Group – Sara Blake
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Website: laramierotaryclub.org
Spoke Editor: Tony Hoch, 307-760-9386 or tony.hoch@lrcd.net
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