“December is the time for remembering the past and reaching toward the future.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson.
 
Hope, peace, and joy are sent your way as we enter this holiday season.  As we close out the calendar year, THANK YOU for all you are doing to create HOPE through Rotary; our world is a better place because of you. 
 
Exciting news – Sharon Bradish is our new President Elect!!!  Congratulations and a multitude of Thanks to Sharon.  Watch for another article from her.
 
Our club’s social hour will be Thursday, December 21st. Look for another article from Karen regarding the upcoming conversation and holiday objects. I hope to see you there.
 
Rotary International is focused on Mental Health this year.  In response, our district and NAMI Wisconsin will present Balancing Life Transitions in the Office & at Home, and provide suggestions on how to best navigate changes in your personal and professional life, wellness tips and tricks, statewide resources to utilize and other suggestions on wellness best practices. Mark your calendars:  January 16, 2024, 11:30 - 12:30 PM – Virtual.  More to come later.
 
PETS (President Elect Training) will be March 1-3, 2024 in Itasca, IL.  Seven districts will be represented at the conference.
Tri-Con, our Multi-District Conference, will be April 19-20, 2024, in Green Bay.
 
I am so grateful for all of you.  Together we can create hope in the world.
 
Val