At our Feb. 16, 2026 Meeting, 4 Way Test story by Lori described how she used the 4 Way Test to change her attitude and Marty talked about how she used it to make a fair and beneficial transaction with a local business.
Lyanne gave the inspiration about Presidents Day. See "Read More" for details.
Blood Drive
Friday, February 20th is the day to donate blood if you are able. It is at the La Conner High School gym, and they give you treats when you finish. Register online at Bloodworks Northwest.
Rotary Attire
Lyanne has coordinated with Clever Kathy in La Conner to have La Conner Rotary shirts/sweatshirts/jackets available for purchase. She will have order blanks available next week and then order the items on Tuesday, February 24. Payment may be made to Lyanne by Venmo or check. Clever Kathy will keep the logo if someone wants to order something in the future. Be sure to wear your Rotary clothing to our social events!
Membership Activities
We will have a social event on March 12 at the La Conner Brewery. Bring friends and enjoy a strictly social time showing others what fun La Conner Rotarians have when we get together. Wear your new Rotary attire.
Tulip Parade
The Tulip Parade is on April 11th. We will have 5 members at the District Assembly and 2 selling tulips. Hopefully, everyone else will dress up as tulips and represent Rotary in the parade.
Large Project Report
Both large project grant requests, Log Park Updates and Newspapers in the Classroom, are being studied further before any decisions will be made.
Timing
After discussion, it was agreed that speakers be given a specific amount of time for presenting and answering questions. The rest of the meeting will run efficiently so our ending time will be consistent.
Calendar
- Saturday, February 28, 10-1: Shred-a-thon and old flag collection
- Saturday, March 7: Luck of the Irish to support the Rotary YES program.
- Buy tickets online: https://auctria.events/LuckoftheIrish2024
- Tuesday, March 10: Volunteering at Helping Hands Food Bank 10am-12pm
- Thursday, March 12: Rotary Gathering at La Conner Brewery. Bring a friend!
- Saturday, March 21, 9-12: Spring Cleaning at Camp Kirby on Samish Island, no registration needed
- Monday, March 23, 10:30-11:30 Field Trip to Chinook Enterprises (limit 20 members)
Lunch at Gentlemen Gene’s Pub to follow. Danielle will have a sign-up at the meeting next week.
Evening Meeting Cancelled on 3/23 - March 28: Helping Hearts and Hands presents Memory Round Up at Swinomish Yacht Club 10am-2pm. (Louise Edens is coordinating this event.)
- Monday, March 30: Farmers and Merchants Dinner at Maple Hall.
It’s Presidents’ Day, and whether you’re enjoying a day off, running to and fro to take advantage of sales, or, like many solopreneurs, treating it like just another day at the office, it’s never a bad thing to reflect on the wise words of some of our former leaders.
Presidents’ Day was originally established in recognition of George Washington’s birthday, February 22nd. Today, it’s scheduled for the third Monday in February.
Let’s face it — no president has ever had an “easy” job. What they do have, however, is a strong resolve to do what they believe is right, and that’s evident in the quotes they’ve left behind. Here, we’ll explore some of our favorite quotes.
Honoring the Legacy of George Washington
George Washington, the first President of the United States, is a towering figure in American history. His leadership and vision were instrumental in shaping the fledgling nation. On Presidents’ Day, we honor his legacy and reflect on the values he embodied.
Washington’s commitment to integrity, honesty, and fairness set a high standard for future leaders. His famous quote, “It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one,” underscores the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions. As we celebrate Presidents’ Day, we remember George Washington’s contributions to American history and strive to emulate his exemplary leadership.
Traditionally speaking, we also honor Abraham Lincoln on this day as well, whose birthday is February 12.
- “We can complain rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” –Abraham Lincoln
- “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” – John Adams
- “It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit.” – Harry S. Truman
- “Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower
- “Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower
- “Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly.” – Ronald Reagan
- “It is far better to be alone than to be in bad company.” – George Washington
- “No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.” – Calvin Coolidge
- “Plans are nothing; planning is everything.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower