We Meet at Noon on Thursday

August 4, 2022

For Those Attending in Person

Buffet

(Zoom Meeting Opens at 11:45)

(Link Sent Thursday Morning)

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Jeanna Hensler - Wildcat Sanctuary

 

 

The Wildcat Sanctuary is a home for life rescue located in Sandstone, MN. Funded solely by private donations, provides a natural sanctuary to wild cats in need and inspires change to end the wildlife crisis.

Combining natural and spacious habitats with a life free of exhibition, TWS allows all residents to live wild at heart. Each cat has the opportunity, often for the first time in their lives, to choose a path to walk and a place to lie down. As a true sanctuary, TWS does not breed, buy, sell or exhibit animals. Committed to public education about the captive wildlife crisis, TWS seeks to create a world where animal sanctuaries are no longer needed.

 

 

A magical and wondrous gathering of Rotarians, their spouses, friends and special guests filled the beautiful gardens and home of hosts Betty George and husband Dale. There must have been some magic in the air when gusty winds and some very threatening storm clouds traveling from West Duluth toward Park Point suddenly veered to the south, keeping party-goers dry.  With a near-miss behind us, Rotarians were able to stroll among the colorful floral parcels that were elegantly arranged and highlighted by radiant sunshine. On the water in the distance, a sharp eye might take in the view of Assistant Governor Tricia Bunten’s sailboat leisurely sailing by with family and friends aboard. 

 

Dale George in charge of the kitchen

 

Rotarians were treated to a fine meal of smoked salmon, summer fruits, and hors d'oeuvre served with care by Dale George.  With the setting so welcoming, Rotarians were at their best at making guests and strangers feel right at home!  Mere words cannot capture an evening that will be remembered in the depths of December – so let Jerry Thoreson’s pictures speak a thousand words! He also shot a video which can be seen on the Club 25's Faebook page at https://bit.ly/GardenPartyClub25

 

Barb Bennett with husband Past President Bob Bennett

 

Past District Governor Earl Rogers with Judy Rogers

 

Darlene Anderson with Past Club #25 Exchange Student Louli Ponce (France) and daughter Jenny Costley

 

Allen Anway enjoys an ice tea

 

President Barb Perrella shares a smile and a drink with Elizabeth Simonson

 

Jim Landwehr with Past Assistant Governor Al Makynen discussing men’s beards

 

Past President Bonita Nelson with daughter Kathleen Smith admiring the colorful flora

 

Darlene Anderson sharing a private moment with daughter Jenny Costley among the flowers

 

Elizabeth Makynen marvels at Betty George’s poppies

 

Special guests Eco Rotarian Jay and Michelle Walker with Betty George

 

Ian Bloomquist with new member Paula Bloomquist

 

What a crowd of Rotarians looks like when they are having great fellowship