U.S. Senator Jeff Flake addresses both Sedona clubs
U.S. Senator Jeff Flake addressed Sedona Rotarians during a joint meeting of both clubs on March 31. Senator Flake, who has served six terms in the House, has served the past two years in the Senate, replacing Senator Jon Kyl. Flake was raised on a ranch in Snowflake, Ariz. and said he understands the importance of a healthy watershed. He added that Arizona has planned well. Other issues he discussed included immigration and foreign relations. Thanks goes to Allen Everett, instrumental in inviting Senator Flake, and to Rod Abbott for scheduling his appearance.
Rotary Club of Sedona President David Simmer presents Light Up Rotary pins to Red Rocks Club President Nick Hastings (2nd left), Red Rocks Club member Dave Thomas, and to Assistant District Governor Renata Barnwell for their leadership in forging a stronger relationship between the two Sedona Rotary Clubs.
Eleven restaurants and two firehouses are all set to showcase their chili for the Great Sedona Chili Cook-Off to be held on May 2, 11 to 4 p.m., at Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village. All proceeds used for local and international Rotary Club of Sedona projects, including the Imagination Library project. The People's Choice restaurant with the highest vote will receive a $500 cash prize. Sue Shannon has received over 40 silent auction items. Tim Ernster reported $15,000 has been raised so far. He said there's still time to encourage more businesses to sponsor. The cut off is April 6. For more info go to www.sedonachilicookoff.org.
Now through April--Slide Fire Exhibition at Museum of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff.
April 8--Fireside Chat--5:30 p.m. at Catherine Moore's home.
April 11--Highway Cleanup. Meet at Cultural Park parking lot. Breakfast at Nick's afterwards.
April 18--Howard Hawk Memorial Golf Tournament.
May 15-16--District Conference at Squaw Pointe Hilton in Phoenix.
June 30--Officer Installation Dinner to be held at Reds at Sedona Rouge.
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Bashas' Cards available--another way to support your club
Dick Youngberg reminds members Bashas' cards are still available if you don't have one yet. Please see Dick for a replacement or new card. He has full instructions for use. The club receives about $1,000 each year from this program.