Note from
President Stokes

Now that Spring has sprung (sort of,) the chocolate Easter bunnies are headless,  and the last Easter Egg Hunt prize has been found- we seem to be getting closer to the day when we will be able to (possibly) meet in person again. So, as promised, here’s an update.
 
At this point, by the end of April, everyone will be eligible to receive the vaccine(s,) which makes it possible we could return to in-person meetings by May. We heard from the Spokane Club last week, that they are starting discussions on the process of allowing meetings/events to resume.
 
As of this note, the Spokane Club is planning to operate from the current guidelines – 50% occupancy and tables 6 feet apart. As that remains in effect, that will mean an RSVP system to ensure we are in compliance. 
 
Also, as of this writing, we don’t know if there will still be a buffet(doubtful,) a plated lunch(likely,) or a meal plan/option yet to be determined. 
 
In any event, we’re also going to need a plan to still provide a Zoom meeting option for those not able to attend in person, or those who would exceed the proposed number of attendees.
 
Finally – for now – it would be helpful and/or appreciated if you would be willing to share if you’ve received the vaccine. We will not share that information, but it would help knowing how many of our members can safely gather – when we restart.
 
I want to thank all of you who called or emailed with your thoughts, concerns, and questions. I appreciate your input, your ideas, and your support as we navigate the next steps.
 
I’ll keep you posted…
 
“See” you on Thursday…and
soon perhaps, see you in person,
          
                  Gary Stokes
                                   President                     
                      Rotary Club 21

Directory

If you have not yet received a physical copy of the directory and you would like one please CLICK HERE to contact the Rotary office. Please let the Rotary office know you'd like a hard copy of the directory no later than April 15th

Membership Drive · March 4th - April 8th
 
Now is a great time of year to share Rotary with the difference-makers you know! 
 
Any Rotarian who helps Spring someone into Rotary by sponsoring a new member will receive a $100 gift card to a downtown restaurant.
 
The Rotarian that hosts the most guests* will win a ‘Date Night’ organized by the Membership Development Committee!
 
Questions? CLICK HERE to contact Membership Development. 
 
Know someone who's ready to leap into Rotary? CLICK HERE for the Rotary 21 Membership Application. 
*Guest name must be registered with the Rotary office prior to Thursday meeting.

Upcoming Programs:

April 8, 2021
 Washington State University: Expanding Its Service to the State with WSU President Kirk Schulz.
 
CLICK HERE at Noon on Thursday to attend the meeting via Zoom. To phone in call 
+1 253 215 8782
 
Meeting ID: 842 3937 5370
Passcode: 191121
 
April 15, 2021
 A Conversation with Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward.
Please submit your questions for Mayor Woodward, via email to the Rotary Office by April 12th.
 
For more information on upcoming programs
CLICK HERE
 
CLICK HERE, to notify the Rotary Office about guests.

CLICK HERE 
to view slides from previous Rotary speakers.

CLICK HERE to view the recordings of previous meetings*

*you must be in the Club 21 Facebook group to view previously recorded meetings.

Apr 04 Barry Merrell
Apr 06 Tom Patrick
Apr 10 Borre Ulrichse

Committees Meeting This Week

Program
Classification
Partners for Work
 
Committee meetings can be subject to cancellation. Please contact the committee chairs to confirm the meeting logistics or request a Zoom meeting link.
 
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