this week
Dean Knapp, Alaska Mountain Rescue
 
When Alaskans get hurt or lost in the high country, Alaska Mountain Rescue has the volunteers and professionals ready to endure tough circumstances for search and rescue.
 
Join us Alaska Mountain Rescue volunteer Dean Knapp shares about the search and rescue process and the work of Alaska Mountain Rescue.
 
Learn more about Alaska Mountain Rescue below.
Greeter: Judy Tebow
Pledge: Debbie Bushnell
"Be the Inspiration": Rachel Gernat
Sgt. at Arms: Judy Tebow
October: economic & community development month
October is Rotary International's Economic & Community Development Month.
 
Nearly 800 million people live on less than $1.90 a day. Rotary members are passionate about providing sustainable solutions to poverty. 
 
Our members and our foundation work to strengthen local entrepreneurs and community leaders, particularly women, in impoverished communities. We provide training and access to well-paying jobs and financial management institutions.
 
To read more about RI's efforts to grow local economies, click the link below.
In case you missed it
Check out the most recent Wasilla Sunrise Club happenings below - or visit the Club Facebook page to see more!

arnaud in frontiersman

Arnaud Bollen, WSRC's Exchange Student being hosted by Dan & Janet Kennedy, was featured in an article by the Frontiersman.
 
Click the link below to read the article! You can also catch Arnaud's presentation at our October 30 Rotary meeting!
Arnaud Bollen, Exchange Student from Belgium

Successful vpa fundraiser

Thank you to everyone that attended Saturday's Fundraiser at VPA's Beau Jest. The event was a great success and fun was had by all!
Prepping for guests to arrive.
Trish & Debbie serving beer.
A packed house!

Newest Sunrise Rotarian: Harry Christian Fields

Chelsea Fields gave birth to future Rotarian, Harry Christian, on September 20. Mommy & Daddy thank everyone for the well-wishes. Baby Fields is doing well and looks forward to meeting the men and women of the Sunrise Rotary Club soon!
Harry Christian Fields, born September 20 at 5:04 pm; 20.5 in. & 7 lb. 5 oz.

WSRC's Teacher of the year

Ms. Sue Allen was recently recognized as the Sunrise Rotary 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year. Ms. Allen’s dedication to the students of Wasilla High School, her care and compassion to instill the very best in young people and her tireless devotion to bettering her school community makes her a true Warrior. We thank Ms. Allen for her service  and for going above and beyond for her students.
Ms. Sue Allen, pictured with local exchange students, Principal Carol Boatman, and WSRC members.
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rotarian of the month

President Janet Kennedy recognized Chelsea Fields as the August Rotarian of the Month. Thank you, Chelsea, for your service to our community and for putting service above self!

upcoming speakers

10/02/18
Dean Knapp
Alaska Mountain Rescue Group
 
10/09/18
Mark Stigar
MAT+SAR Search & Rescue
 
10/16/18
Imaging Associates
Understanding imaging procedure
 
10/23/18
Connor Hanson
Rebound Exchange Student returning from Japan
 
10/30/18
Arnaud Bollen
Inbound Exchange Student from Belgium

Events & Fellowship

11/03/18
Valley Rotary Clubs Foundation Fundraiser

Pirate Club word of the week

Blow me down!
(exp.).: phrase of shock or amazement

Rotary around the valley

Tuesdays @ 7 AM
Meridian Point Bldg.
865 N. Seward-Meridian Pkwy., Wasilla
 
Wednesdays @ 12 PM
The Grill @ the Grandview Hotel, Wasilla
 
Thursdays @ 12 PM
Turkey Red Banquet Room, Palmer
 
Wednesdays @ 6 PM
The Sky Lounge @ the Extreme Fun Center, Wasilla
 
Mat-Su Central School
Wednesdays @ 3 p.m.
Contact Dan Kennedy
kennedy@kennedycpas.com