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Our next regular meeting will be Friday (5/19) at Newcastle Place - 12600 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI  53092.

Our meeting this Friday will feature our Rotary Exchange Student Mathilda as our guest speaker . More information ... 

The greeter will provide either the thought, a Rotary minute, share a family moment or a cultural tradition ... anything they would like to start off the day positive.

Upcoming "It's your Rotary moment" assignees:

  • Lucia Francis (5/19)
  • Allie Gerschke Kinney (5/26)
  • Jerry Gold (6/2)
  • Pablo Gutierrez (6/9)

Note: If you are unable to to act as "It's your Rotary moment" assignee when scheduled please arrange for your replacement.

Visit our website at mtsunriserotary.org.

Member Spotlight - Lucia Francis

What did you want to be when you grew up? I am not sure, exactly because I didn't have a specific profession in mind.  I just wanted to lead – sort of the dictator type, so my siblings tell me ( I am the oldest of five).  Thank goodness I was exposed to the servant leadership style.  Otherwise, my life would have been a disaster.

First job? 1974 upon graduating from college I wanted to not do anything for that summer and my dad said either I worked or come home…a week later I was the Director of the Health Information Department at Southern Wisconsin Colony for Developmentally Disable in Union Grove,

Hardest business decision? It was when I was deciding whether or not to retire.  I loved my work. Education has been the driver of my professional life.   Knowing the wonderful consequences of a good education, I never stopped being a champion and an action-driven facilitator of people's desire for education.  It was difficult to admit that I needed to step down, but I am glad I am still able to help people choose a career and I am always willing to support those who want my help.

Career mentor? My parents created the vision, encouraged the effort and seized the opportunity to educate us.  They were the catalysts.  Along the way, I have had wonderful people who believe in me and supported me or modeled for me their successful leadership styles.  My husband has always believed in me and what I can accomplish, even when I have had doubt.

Hobbies, interests? I love spending time with my grandchildren, my children and my husband in that order (just kidding) ! Preferably together somewhere warm and right next to the ocean.  I love to talk with friends and family, preferably over a great meal and a glass of wine or two.  I enjoy scrapbooking or doing something with pictures, love reading non fiction and humor is essential to my health.

Most memorable Rotary moment? Two very selfless Rotarians made a great impact on my life.  One recognized the need and provided my brother with a means for his son to pursue his education.  He is almost done and will be graduating.  Thank you, I am deeply thankful my Rotarian friend, because you step in when I couldn't help. The second moment came from Rotarian friend to Rotarian friend to Rotarian friend to immigration lawyer, now also a Rotarian friend!  Never underestimate the power of Rotarian fellowship.

A Rotary LOL Moment
Thought of the Week

“The greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions.” ~ Leonardo da Vinci

‘Sit Still, Look Pretty’ at Gathering on the Green

By Ty Schmidt,

CEDARBURG - A fresh face will take the stage at Gathering on the Green on Saturday, July 15.

“We’re trying something new this year, bringing in a teen pop sensation that we hope helps draw younger people and families to our event,” said Gathering on the Green Executive Director Rob Kos.

The organization announced on May 11 that the Saturday night headliner at their summer concert event will be Grammy Award winning pop star Daya.

Best known for her platinum plus singles “Sit Still, Look Pretty,” “Hideaway” and “Words,” Daya won “Best Dance Recording” at the 2017 Grammy Awards, as well as a handful of other awards at the American Music Awards and MTV Music Awards.

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