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Join in the day of fun. Proceeds help benefit a number of local area charities, such as Boys and Girls Club, Superstition Community Food Bank, Gold Canyon Food Bank, AJ High School Student Scholarships, and many additional area non-profit causes. Sponsorship packages are available.
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Superstition Mountain Rotary Club members and friends came out on Saturday morning, Oct 7th to participate in Apache Junction's 'Make a Difference Day', along with other community non-profits, businesses, and residents.
The event was a national 'Make a Difference Day' - Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. until Noon. This was a day designated for giving back to neighbors and the community.
Types of projects 'Make a Difference Day' participants were involved with included light/heavy yard work including: weeding, raking, window cleaning, plant and/or small tree trimming/removal, tire removal, trash/debris removal, and other similar projects.
The Club teamed up on Saturday, October 21st with Mesa West Rotary Club to participate in a Service Project.
The project was food preparation and serving meals, for approximately 150 homeless individuals, at 'Desert Chapel' in Apache Junction. Superstition Mountain Rotary provided $250 to help with food costs. Additionally, Club members provided their time and skills to help with food prep, cooking, serving and clean-up.
For more information about 'Desert Chapel', 462 N Palo Verde Dr, Apache Junction
Charlotte Thomas, General Manager, and Emma Reyes, Municipal Manager, from Republic Services spoke about recycling opportunities provided to our communities by Republic Services and how consumers can recycle effectively. Consumer recycling information is important, as it can be easy for well-intentioned consumers to inadvertently toss something into a recycle bin that should not be placed there -- and end up creating a negative effect of jamming the recycling machines. One goal of the presentation was to help bring awareness of the best items that can be recycled.
The Club was pleased to have Hazel Rossi, 'Assistant Director High School Programs' - Central Arizona College (CAC), as our speaker. Hazel shared information about the wealth of educational resources available at Central Arizona College for high school/college students. Some topics she covered included information about the campus today, as well as future plans for the campus. She shared information about the options available, as well as the reasons for students to consider starting college while in high school. In addition to basic college-level classes, there are specialty pathways available for students to take advantage of as they plan their future careers. So many college resources are available for students, providing them with excellent resources and opportunities for learning. Additionally, CAC offers comparatively lower tuition than Maricopa or other Arizona universities. For more information, visit https://centralaz.edu/
November 8
Our newest member, Don Johnson, and his wife, Gail, who recently relocated to Arizona from the Santa Rosa Calif area, told the club about their participation in a wide variety of interesting, meaningful service and fund-raising projects, including fund-raisers and service projects with several International Rotary Clubs.
November 1
Our speakers were Dr Gabriella Filippi and Lucas Filippi, from The Mentor Coach Foundation, which was formed to help individuals identify missing components in life and set realistic goals and objectives. The mentor-coach continues to follow up regularly to facilitate success and takes a dedicated, holistic approach, guided by the mission of helping people thrive. For more info - https://www.thementorcoachfoundation.org/
We also welcomed Allie Pride, Student Body President, Emilia Rhinehart, Josie Ocampo, and Heather Gordon, members of the 'Apache Junction Student Council Executive Committee'. They shared information about efforts to raise funds to help their group attend Disney Leadership Training at Walt Disney corporate offices, where their focus will be learning more about what it takes to become a good leader. Their goal is to bring this new knowledge into their lives, school, and community as they move forward into college and professional lives. The Club was pleased to help with trip costs with a donation that was matched by Club Member. If you would like to help with their fundraising efforts, contact AJHS.
October 25
Our speakers were Abby Lyon - District Executive with 'Grand Canyon Council Boy Scouts of America', Matthew Hill, Danielle Alfandre, Alex Alfandre, and Nelson Mueller, all representing the Boy Scouts. They shared information and updates about projects and activities, along with fundraising goals for their organization. Scouting programs offer young people many wholesome opportunities. Their mission is to help prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Additionally, young people who participate in scouting learn many life skills as part of their scouting experiences. To learn more about the Boy Scouts - https://www.grandcanyonbsa.org/
Club member, Lee Holmes, shared information about Rotary's role in eradicating polio and the 2023-2024 World Polio Day. To learn more about 2023-2024 World Polio Day - https://youtu.be/h7U9IPdYpbI?feature=shared
October 18
Our speaker was Marin Lasater, Community Engagement Coordinator at 'Community Alliance Against Family Abuse' (CAAFA). Since 1971, 'CAAFA /A New Leaf' has provided assistance to those in our community who are most in need, helping families overcome the challenges they face. Communities are made stronger when families are safe, have a secure home, can provide for themselves and their children, and are ultimately given a chance to make a brighter future for themselves.For more information about their services - https://TurnaNewLeaf.org
October 11
Our speaker was Gary Nine, Author of 'Opie & Cleigh', a book that was 12 years in the making. Before becoming an author, Gary was a teacher and Superintendent of the Apache Junction School District. Gary shared information about the process he went through to become a first-time author -- developing the storyline, working through ideas for characters, naming characters, creating the title, and also becoming familiar with, and working through all the steps it takes to get a book published. "Opie & Cleigh" is a work of fiction about how students and school leaders become everyday heroes when the kindest, most popular girl in school is brutally murdered.
Stephanie Joyner, Director of the Pinal County Historical Museum, shared interesting information about the museum. The Pinal County Historical Society was founded in the late 1950s by a group of private citizens who were dedicated to preserving the history of Pinal County. Over time, that group evolved into today's Museum. Their focus has been on Florence and the surrounding Gila River valley areas, as well as events and people who have shaped the growth and development Florence. The Museum has gained a reputation for handling artifacts professionally and respectfully, which has encouraged more families to donate heirlooms that enrich the region's history. Events include a speaker series covering a range of topics and monthly 'Family Days' that feature activities for children.
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Superstition Mountain Rotary Club members and friends came out on Saturday morning, Oct 7th to participate in Apache Junction's 'Make a Difference Day', along with other community non-profits, businesses, and residents.
The Club teamed up on Saturday, October 21st with Mesa West Rotary Club to participate in a Service Project.
Superstition Mountain Rotary participated in the 2023 'Trunk or Treat' Event in Apache Junction.
Charlotte Thomas, General Manager, and Emma Reyes, Municipal Manager, from Republic Services spoke about recycling opportunities provided to our communities by Republic Services and how consumers can recycle effectively. Consumer recycling information is important, as it can be easy for well-intentioned consumers to inadvertently toss something into a recycle bin that should not be placed there -- and end up creating a negative effect of jamming the recycling machines. One goal of the presentation was to help bring awareness of the best items that can be recycled. 
The Club was pleased to have Hazel Rossi, 'Assistant Director High School Programs' - Central Arizona College (CAC), as our speaker. Hazel shared information about the wealth of educational resources available at Central Arizona College for high school/college students. Some topics she covered included information about the campus today, as well as future plans for the campus. She shared information about the options available, as well as the reasons for students to consider starting college while in high school. In addition to basic college-level classes, there are specialty pathways available for students to take advantage of as they plan their future careers. So many college resources are available for students, providing them with excellent resources and opportunities for learning. Additionally, CAC offers comparatively lower tuition than Maricopa or other Arizona universities. For more information, visit 
Our newest member, Don Johnson, and his wife, Gail, who recently relocated to Arizona from the Santa Rosa Calif area, told the club about their participation in a wide variety of interesting, meaningful service and fund-raising projects, including fund-raisers and service projects with several International Rotary Clubs.
Our speakers were Dr Gabriella Filippi and Lucas Filippi, from The Mentor Coach Foundation, which was formed to help individuals identify missing components in life and set realistic goals and objectives. The mentor-coach continues to follow up regularly to facilitate success and takes a dedicated, holistic approach, guided by the mission of helping people thrive. For more info - 
We also welcomed Allie Pride, Student Body President, Emilia Rhinehart, Josie Ocampo, and Heather Gordon, members of the 'Apache Junction Student Council Executive Committee'. They shared information about efforts to raise funds to help their group attend Disney Leadership Training at Walt Disney corporate offices, where their focus will be learning more about what it takes to become a good leader. Their goal is to bring this new knowledge into their lives, school, and community as they move forward into college and professional lives. The Club was pleased to help with trip costs with a donation that was matched by Club Member. If you would like to help with their fundraising efforts, contact AJHS.
Our speakers were Abby Lyon - District Executive with 'Grand Canyon Council Boy Scouts of America', Matthew Hill, Danielle Alfandre, Alex Alfandre, and Nelson Mueller, all representing the Boy Scouts. 
Club member, Lee Holmes, shared information about Rotary's role in eradicating polio and the 2023-2024 World Polio Day. 
Our speaker was Marin Lasater, Community Engagement Coordinator at 'Community Alliance Against Family Abuse' (CAAFA). 
Our speaker was Gary Nine, Author of 'Opie & Cleigh', a book that was 12 years in the making. Before becoming an author, Gary was a teacher and Superintendent of the Apache Junction School District. Gary shared information about the process he went through to become a first-time author -- developing the storyline, working through ideas for characters, naming characters, creating the title, and also becoming familiar with, and working through all the steps it takes to get a book published. "Opie & Cleigh" is a work of fiction about how students and school leaders become everyday heroes when the kindest, most popular girl in school is brutally murdered.
Stephanie Joyner, Director of the Pinal County Historical Museum,