Mark and Mary Murray (Former and current Adrian Noon Rotarians respectively) were today’s featured program. They spoke to us about the very successful Launch Lenawee which is currently in its 11th year!! Mary paid special recognition to the Adrian Royaru Clubs who have been faithful supporters of this fine program and to specific members.
How does Launch Lenawee work? Here are the specific steps that Mark and Maty shared:
Step 1: Connect & Assess (Meet with a representative to evaluate your unique business needs)
Step 2: Attend Business Owner Education (Commit to the 12-week Kauffman FastTrac program).
Step 3: Take Advantage of Expert Resources (Leverage expert advice through "Ask the Experts")
Step 4: Network & Grow (Build connections at networking functions to unlock potential micro-lending).
Step 5: Connect with the Adrian Armory Makerspace Kitchen (Food Business)
Step 6: RED TIRE (Redefining Retirement)
They explained that each of the budding entrepreneurs will be required to:
Fully participate in the 12-week educational curriculum.
Attend local networking opportunities and events
Pay a small program fee to secure enrollment and support resource sustainability.
Launch Lenawee, the Murray's said, is the result of research and support from organizations such as:
Adrian Noon & Morning Rotary
Lenawee Now
Adrian/Tecumseh SmartZone
Our own amazing professional resources in Lenawee County! YOU!
It is Volunteer Driven!
They concluded by noting a number of their successful graduating Entrepreneurs!
Harvest Chocolate
Just’In Time Catering
Pets In Focus Photography
Lenawee Voice
Summit Clean & Restore Co., LLC
Old Dog Sauce & Spice
Kim’s Konfections
Flo’s Bakery LLC
Stone’s Catering
W4 Entertainment
Thanks for all you both do for this great community and involving our clubs!!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Club Meetings for the Month of July - Thursday, July 23 at the Centre'.
REMINDER: SEND YOUR PERSONAL WELL WISHES
Please feel free to keep sending them a card to let them know they are missed and remain in our thoughts.
Bob and Audrey Sack - American House Somerset #116 3400 Livernois Rd Troy, MI 48083
Kathye Herrera - 12000 Packard Road, Hudson, MI 49247. She would love to hear from you.
BLOOD DRIVE AT THE ARMORY
Monday, August 3rd from 12 Noon - 5PM. We will be in competition with the Kiwanis club. Losing club will be required to attend the other club's meeting with a check to their foundation!
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
On hand at today's meeting were:
Emma Pino - recipient of the FRANK & SHIRLEY DICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. Emma is a graduate of Adrian HS and plans to attend the University of Notre Dame this fall.
Lillian Darm - recipient of the VIRGINIA M. MURRAY SCHOLARSHIP FOR NURSING. Lillian is a graduated of Blissfield HS and plans to attend MSU this fall.
Amelia Bowman - recipient of the GREG DUMARS 4-WAY TEST SCHOLARSHIP. She is a graduate of Adrian HS and will be attending U of M this fall. Amelia was not able to attend today's meetin.
Thanks to the work of Mary Murray for chairing this committee once again and to the following for serving: Londa Pickles, Gerry Burg and Yours Truly.
ADRIAN CITY BAND
This evening's concert has been moved the the Madison HS Gym due to the smoka issue outside. The band performs every Thursday evening at 7:30PM at the City Market pavilion on Toledo Street in downtown Adrian. A number of loyal members volunteer every Thursday evening during the summer. Thanks everyone.
UPCOMING FIRESIDE CHAT
It's been quite a while since our club conducted what Rotary refes to as a "Fireside Chat'. A Rotary fireside chat is an informal, small group orientation and social gathering for new Rotary members. Typically hosted in a member's home or a relaxed venue, it provides a casual environment to learn about Rotary's history, the club's service projects, and how to get involved.
The primary goals of a fireside chat include:
Orientation: Educating new members on Rotary traditions, values (like the Four-Way Test), and how the club operates.
Fellowship: Fostering deeper, personal relationships between newer members, club leaders, and seasoned mentors.
Feedback: Allowing club leadership to hear what local causes and projects members are most passionate about.
A firm date is yet to be determoned but it will be very soon as our club recently inducted 4 new members recently!!Mark and Mary Murray offered to host and conduct this event! More info coming.
UPCOMING CLUB SOCIALS
On the Tuesday of Fair Week (July 28th) we will gather at the Fairgrounds at 5pm and eat fair food, listen to the Adrian City Band, eat ice cream and just hang out! Another possible social being considered for August - Beetle Tribute Band at the Blue Sky Brewery. More info coming.
RIVER RAISIN CLEANUP
More info coming!
NEXT BOARD MEETING
Next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 11 at 5pm at the Comfort Inn in their board room beginning at 5pm.
FINES
Gerry fined: Mark M., B. Gardner, R. Gage (2). M. Gardner, Chase.
HAPPY BUCKS
Williams, N. Smith, Mark M., Chase, Olsaver.
50-50 RAFFLE
$14 was in the small pot which was won by Kathy W. and $122 was in the big one and Michele's ticket was drawn again but did not select the winning card!
GUESTS
First Lady, Karen Pender; Scholarship recipients Lilly Darm and Emma Pino, Zach Brewer from Bell Auto guest of Rod, Catrina Ossman also a guest of Rod's, Kathy Smith guest and wife of Nate.
CHECK-IN TABLE/SONGS/INVOCATION
Rhonda and Chuck; Prayer by Bob.
NEXT YEAR'S DISTRICT CONFERENCE
Next year's conference is going to be at Mackinac Island! (May 2027).
Mark and Mary Murray (Former and current Adrian Noon Rotarians respectively) were today’s featured program. They spoke to us about the very successful Launch Lenawee which is currently in its 11th year!! Mary paid special recognition to the Adrian Royaru Clubs who have been faithful supporters of this fine program and to specific members.
