Recap from the March 17, 2025, Meeting.
Meeting run by President Mike Wedell
Thought of the day: Rich Dwyer- In recognition of St. Patrick’s Day, Rich shared Irish Sayings and Proverbs.
Welcome to Online Members: Shane Orr
Welcome Guest: Scott Naumann from the Bettendorf Club
Happy News/Announcements: All Happy News funds go towards our scholarship awards.
Mike Ruby- My Friend Scott Naumann from the Bettendorf Club is here, and it was a nice surprise.
Marc Hines- His son has requested a ‘Big Sister’. While we can’t give him that, we will find out on Friday if we will get a little brother or a sister.
Club Business:
- Follow the Rotary Club of Muscatine’s Facebook page, @MuscatineRotaryClub.
- We are looking for members to join the board and/or help with programs and membership. This is a great opportunity to get involved and give back.
- May 10- Garage Sale Fundraiser. More information to come.
- Lisa Heckman is looking for volunteers to share a Thought of the Day. Please email her at heckmanlisa@hotmail.com to get on the schedule.
- Volunteer Opportunities:
- Mobile Food Pantry Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteers are still needed for 4-5:30 on April 1. Use the link below to sign up if you are available. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rmtNfi25shfn2S1LYG0e56iVwcMj2VA9X6FB5WU_vS4/edit
Presentation-
Nature Conservancy
Locally the conservancy is focused on conserving land and waters, collaborating on conservation actions, and having climate-ready communities. The Land of the Swamp White Oak spans 4,753 acres and will grow to over 5,000 in the next couple of years. The Conservancy is home to both land and sand species aiding the biodiversity found there. Our speaker shared many photos and introduced us to the native flowers, amphibians, and reptiles.
Missed today’s meeting? Catch up using the recording link below.
Passcode: Rotary#1
Next Meetings:
March 31- Hair Heroes
April 7- Caption Call
April 14- Micaela’s Hope