Del Rio Rotary Newsletter 09/07/2021
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Del Rio Rotary Newsletter 08/24/2021    |
Senior Citizen DayRotary Village Senior Citizen Day. Assistant-Governor Gloria Wilson delivered a goody bag to keep tenants active and stress-free during these times.     |
Guest speaker March 2, 2021A big round of applause to our guest speaker, Brian “Tiger” Mar-tinez, who gave an awesome presentation. Mr. Martinez wears many hats from working in customer service and the financial industry to also his passion of art and tattoos. Mr. Martinez spoke about how his childhood and how it has formed his passion.  |
Consulate of Mexico PresentationMaria de la Paloma Villasenor, the new head consul for the Consulate of Mexico gave an excellent presentation about the services offered by the consulate to citizens of Mexico.  |
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Join us on Zoom 09/29/2020 |
Zoom Meeting September 22, 2020Stephanie Scheller, founder of Grow Disrupt out of San Antonio, Texas, provided an excellent training on Great Leadership's Secret Weapon. Mrs. Scheller explained, “We are all leaders in some capacity.” Whether at home with our family, at work with our colleagues, or in recreational activities, there is someone looking up to you to guide. Attendees learned what EQ is, and how to leverage it to increase your own happiness in life in general & impact as a leader. |
Weekly Zoom MeetingAssistant Governor Gloria Wilson provided insight into the collaboration with our district and District 4110 in Mexico, for a International Bi-District meeting. She also spoke about human trafficking and the serious problem which continues everyday  |
Flag ProjectRotarians out all around Del Rio this morning working the Rotary Flag Project! |
Meeting June 9, 2020President Angie Prather and Assistant Governor Gloria Wilson gave Club updates. Rotarian Lupita McDowell spoke on her recent travels and Miguel Ferzola was special guest visitor during Tuesday's luncheon. |
"Service Above Self"Showing our appreciation to the staff, the Del Rio Rotary Club provided meals to first responders. The Pizzas were prepared by Mr. Gattis Restaurant. A big thanks to everyone who made this possible. |
Scholarship ApplicationsScholarships applications are currently available. Please go to our downloads sections. Applications are due by May 31, 2020.
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Annual George Oliva Easter EggstravangazaGeorge Oliva spoke about the Annual George Oliva Easter Eggstravangaza planned for April. |
Meeting 3/10/2020Dot Steed spoke about mentoring our youth from DRHS. Ms. Steed is a motivational speaker and an inspiration to all. Jakob Ortiz & Frank Ferreira spoke about their experience with the Rotary Youth Leadership Award Conference. Group photo: Fred Bowers, Gloria Wilson, Dot Steed, Jakob Ortiz Frank Ferreira Chris Ryan and David Ortiz |
Flag ProjectUpcoming Activities February 17th President’s Day, Flag Project all those interested please meet at Rotary Village at 5:00 a.m. |
New MembershipIsidro Valdez-Fernandez was presented with his Rotarian membership. |
Valentine's LucheonThe DRHS Culinary Class, under the direction of Chef Adan Cortez(bottom left), catered a Valentine's luncheon for the Rotary Club. The delicious 3 course meal was served at the Firehouse and prepared at the Philip Mahl Memorial Kitchen. |
Bi-District Organization MeetingThe Bi-District Convention will be hosting an organizing meeting on January 25, 2019 at 12:00 pm and will be held at Ramada Inn. |
Washer DonationOn January 17th, Rotary Village donated 2 washers to the Rotary Club. The Del Rio Rotary Club, in turn, donated these two washers to the Cd. Acuña Rotary Club. The Cd. Acuña Rotary Club will provide the washers to an organization which helps the homeless in Cd. Acuña.
Pictured left to right is Luis Garcia, Cd. Acuña Rotary President, Angela Prather, Del Rio Rotary Club President and Gloria Reyes, Rotary Village Property Manager. Not pictured but pivotal in facilitating this transaction, Doc Abbott, Del Rio Rotary International Chair. Rotary Connects the World! |
January 14, 2020 MeetingIsidro Valdez- Executive Director with Del Rio Housing Authority, Jesus Avila - Director of Operations & Rotary Village Property Manager - Gloria Reyes, were guest speakers at Tuesday's Rotary luncheon. Also, in attendance were special guests Helen and Steven Wheeler, family of Gloria Wilson, visiting all the way from New Zealand. |
San Antonio Rotary Club Meeting January 8, 2020On January 8th, President Angela Prather & Immediate Past President Cynthia de Luna, attended the SA Rotary Club in which Governor Greg Abbott was the guest speaker. The Governor spoke of the progressive growth in the State of Texas and the diversity and barriers, Rotarians assist to overcome for the betterment of the State. |
January 7th MeetingJames Powell from Veterans Services came to speak to the Rotary Club on the Vietnam Wall coming to Del Rio in March. Adrian Bitela the county veterans service officer came to speak to the Rotary Club regarding the services provided by the Veterans Service Office.   |
AG Gloria Wilson, speaking to a group of fellow Rotarians at a recent Eagle Pass, TX meeting. AG Gloria Wilson speaking to members on awareness and combating Human Trafficking on behalf of Rotary International. |
Buena Vista Elementary School Rotary Appreciation  Rotary Club of Del Rio receives an appreciation award for contribution of school supplies for 2018-2019 school year. |
Donation to VVRMC Hope Cancer Resource RoomThe Rotary Club of Del Rio stopped by the VVRMC's Hope Cancer Resource Room to make a donation in honor of Mary Pierce. Mary was a long time advocate for community members fighting cancer and spent a great deal of time helping in the HOPE Cancer Resource Room. Her passing is a great loss to our community and she is missed.  |
Crayola Club 2018Gloria Wilson, District 5840 AG and Cynthia De Luna, Del Rio Rotary Club President worked with the Rotary Clubs of Hondo, D'Hanis, Bernie Sunrise and The Acuna Club of Mexico to get school supplies ready to give out to the children of Ciudad Acuna. It's great to see all these clubs working together to show amazing teamwork and Service above Self!  |
Splashpad Event a Success!Rotary is excited to unveil the new Splashpad in Rotary Park!  |
Rotary Park - Del Rio, TXDel Rio Rotary Club is working on making Rotary Park handicap accessible and available for ALL children!
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