The Rotary Club of Cheyenne

Weekly Bulletin

The Rotary Club of Cheyenne

This Week's Program

America 250 Program

October 23, 2024 - The meeting will be held at Little America at 12 noon.

Nathaniel Trelease, Cheyenne Commission Chair

America 250 Program

The United States of America will mark a major milestone on July 4, 2026 – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

To commemorate this momentous occasion, the City of Cheyenne is planning a months long celebration for 2026, featuring events and activities that showcase our country’s rich history, cultural diversity, and enduring spirit.

Mayor Patrick Collins has appointed an America 250 Commission to organize and lead the celebration, led by Commission Chair Nathaniel Trelease. During this presentation, Mr. Trelease will share with us some of the events being coordinated to honor and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!

The anniversary celebration will feature:

A parade and fireworks display
Exhibitions and museum showcases
Patriotic concerts and performances
Education programs and projects in the schools
Presentation on key American ideals at landmarks in the city
Community service projects and volunteer initiatives

The mayor also appointed Rita Meyer, Tucker Fagan, Tom Bass, Lexie Garrett, and Diane Prunty to the commission.

Carly Rando Honored

President Beth recognized Carly Rando for being nominated as one of the APG Wyoming Women of Influence for 2024 and for all she does for Rotary. Other Rotarian nominees to the Women of Influence program were Jera Likely and Rosalyn Baker. Carly was nominated for her work in the non-profit sector, Jera for manufacturing, science and technology, Rosalyn for her work in finance. PP Lori Garrison was honored by the APG for her Legacy of Service.

Starbase Academy

Our Club donated $6,000 to the Starbase Academy to purchase drones for students to learn how to assemble and fly the drones. The funds for this project came from our Business Sponsorship program.

Tuesday of last week, Johnson Junior High students worked on the drones.

Donation to Safehouse Services

PP Lori and President Beth are shown presenting a $16,000 check to Safehouse Services to help create a fun space with a focus on literacy and STEM education for the children residing in their shelter. The funds for this donation came from our Business Sponsorship Program.

Also shown are Safehouse Board President Bob Budd and the staff of Safehouse.

Free Ticket

The Cheyenne Symphony was our program last week. Symphony CEO and Rotarian Lindsey Reynolds offered free tickets to anyone at the meeting who had not attended a symphony performance. Rotarian Travis Willart claimed the tickets.

New Member Appication

Matthew Cannon has applied for membership in our Rotary Club. Matt is sponsored by Mick Finnegan and is a Commercial Service Officer with Western Vista Credit Union.

President

Beth VanDeWege

Past President

Lori Garrison

Brittany Ashby

Treasurer

Scott Fox

Secretary

Mary Schwem

Rotary Foundation Chair

Lori Schoene

Club Administration

Robert Elwell

Rotary Funding

Larry Walters

New Generations Co Chair

Kirsten Malm

New Generations Co-Chair

Bailey Nowak

Service Projects C0-Chair

Carly Rando

Service Projects Co-Chair

Tom Bass

Membership Co-Chair

Jean Chrostoski

Membership Co-Chair

David Bartlett

Public Relations

Sarah Compton

President - Cheyenne Rotary Foundation

Brent Lathrop

Vice President - Cheyenne Rotary Foundation

Cindy Pomeroy

Secretary - Cheyenne Rotary Foundation

Kevin Harris

Treasurer - Cheyenne Rotary Foundation

Robin Sims

Member - Cheyenne Rotary Foundation

Lucie Osborn

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