Events

Water is a very hot topic these days.  The Great Salt Lake isn't so great anymore.  Lake Powell, like its downstream neighbor Lake Mead, stands at a quarter of its full capacity exposing for the first time in decades the decaying natural wonder of Glen Canyon,  Unprecented rain and snowfall throughout the Beehive State is wreaking havoc with flooding in all parts of the state.

So, is the 20-year drought over or is this just an anomoly in our high desert region?

On Monday, April 24, Zach Renstrom, Executive Director of the Washington County Water Conservancy District will help us sort out all these questions while helping us better understand the Colorado River Compact and its effect on Dixie area water.

"Each one, bring on" to the Abbey Inn.

Please join us at Vernon Worthen Park for tree planting (actually we'll just be filling in the holes so bring your shovel) from 5 - 6 p.m.

Then from 6 - 8 pm, we'll gather in the SW corner of the park for dinner, music, games and socializing ... so bring your family, friends and prospective members of SGR for the FUNNN!

St. George Rotary's annual tradition of a 4-Way Test Essay Contest will be held on Monday, May 8 according to Contest Chair Brad Stucki where we will hear the winning entries based on the best representation of "is it the truth ... fair to all concerned ... build goodwill and better friendships ... and beneficial to all concerned."  Winners represent any or all of the area's intermediate school student participants with a cash prize to each as well as to their teachers. 

This is an ideal meeting for "each one to bring one."

Short Creek Dream Center is a 40-bed residential life skills program and community engagement social services program which exists to equip, overcome and restore hope through education, ending hunger and empowering the communities surrounding Colorado City, Arizona. The age range of clients we serve is between 18 and 40 years old, with some children of clients.

From transitional housing, recovery, community outreach and helping combat the effects of poverty, the Dream Center exists to help find and fill the needs of the Short Creek community and beyond.

Our dream is to see Short Creek become a beacon of hope and healing internationally. While many people that were in bondage are living their lives victoriously and freely, there are still a multitude of fundamentalist groups in the USA and other countries where people are still in need of help.

The Short Creek Dream Center is also a part of the largest network of organizations that help victims of human trafficking. Trafficking comes in many different forms and we want to see anyone suffering from exploitation be set free and have a place to go for support.

Local lore says the KGB was active here in Utah's Dixie during the final years before the fall of the Soviet Union.  Fact or fiction?

Local attorney Tim Anderson, southern Utah managing shareholder of the Kirton McConkie law firm and author of the 1995 novel "The Reign of the Stavka" wants you to know the real story.  This would be a great program for you to bring a friend.

Dixie runs deep in the veins of this Washington County commissioner. His family helped settle Washington County, and Snow Canyon is named for his 3rd great-grandfather. Many important lessons were learned through summers spent hauling hay on the family farm in St. George, and my family is still heavily involved in agriculture and ranching here.

He is a staunch conservative, a lifelong Republican, and active member of the GOP.  He has served on the State Central Committee and State Executive Committee and has campaigned for conservatives across the Southwest.

For nearly 6 years Commissioner Snow served as Southern Utah Director for Congressman Chris Stewart, serving the people of Washington County and helping create policies and plans to benefit Washington County as the highlight of his professional life.

His expertise in creating plans for sustainable growth through cooperative effort is evident in his earning an M.B.A. summa cum laude from Pepperdine University, and a M.D.R. (ie: Master of Negotiation) from Pepperdine School of Law. His Bachelor’s cum laude, with Honors, was earned from the University of Arizona.

He is active in his church as well as the broader community, including as a committed member of The Caddy Group, a business charitable organization focusing on children and others in need which has donated over $1,000,000 in Washington County.

He is married to the love of his life and is the father of three children.  In his limited leisure time, he and his family enjoy Southern Utah’s beautiful outdoor living including camping, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, or trail riding.

Dale and Mrs. Dale just returned from Austrailia where they attended the 114th annual RI Convention in Melbourne.  He will share his experiences - including as a Rotarian as well as a tourist in this beautiful country.

Bring a friend, neighbor or co-worker for what is certain - in true Dale-style - will be a fun meeting.  See you at the Abbey Inn.

SGR's 15th trip to Guatemala to build more simple cinderblock stoves in Mayan villages - a total to date of more then 3200 - included 21 Rotarians and family members traveling and serving together over a period of 9 days.  A collection for the purchase of beans, rice and vitamins generated $1123, $250 i-kind for yarn to make 100 knit caps, and our club contributed $15,000 for the purchase of materials and supplies to build the stoves.

Bring friends, co-workers and neighbors on Monday, June 19 to hear all about this trip.  It's going to be a great meeting.

RY2023-24 board members will share their goals toward "Creating Hope in the World" and in the local community in the upcoming year.  Feel free to take notes as we kick off the new Rotary year so all members can support these goals ... and for this first meeting of the new year, please "each one, bring one!"

Terri Draper and  the St. George Quality of Life Commission will share the accomplishments and status of the 25-year St. George Geo Bond.  The geo bond will be up for renewal to St. George voters in the November general election. 

Celeste Maloy, a candidate for the 2nd Congressional seat in the U. S. Congress, was born in Cedar City and spent her childhood in rural Nevada. She received an FFA scholarship to Southern Utah University, graduating in Agriculture. She later received her law degree from BYU Law School and has served as Washington County Deputy Attorney, Vice-chair of Washington County Republican Party, attorney for Washington County Water Conservancy District, and attorney for Utah Association of Counties. Most recently, Celeste served as Chief Legal Counsel for Congressman Chris Stewart.

Celeste's story is that of the American Dream. She grew up living in a single-wide trailer in humble circumstances. But with hard work and dedication, she's become the Republican nominee for the second district.

Having worked on key Republican issues for Congressman Stewart for the last four years, Celeste understands the challenges facing the district - and more importantly - she can and will continue the work of Congressman Stewart on Day One. Celeste is a conservative who understands how to navigate Washington DC to best serve the people of the district.

The Dixie Power Kite Festival is stil a ways out but on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Utah Tech University Encampment Mall, from 10 AM – 7 PM young readers will earn a high-quality kite or book for their reading efforts.  The Festival aims to promote reading as a habit and encourage students to engage in family-oriented physical activity.  Entrance to the festival is free.

Learn more about it on Monday, August 28.  Bring a neighbor, friend or co-worker to ALSO learn about Rotary!

Have you ever heard of a Reverse Global Grant?  Here's your chance to learn more about how they work, who they benefit and why we might want to consider their value to SGR.  Come one, come all. 

The Rotary Youth Exchange program is the largest & least expensive exchange program in the world. With over 8,000 students currently doing exchanges in the world, our Youth Exchange program provides youth with the opportunity to live with people from other countries, allowing for them to experience new cultures and planting the seeds for a lifetime of international understanding.

Learn firsthand about all aspects of life in another country. As your concept of the world expands, you mature and develop a deeper understanding of who you are. Immersion in another country’s educational system enhances academic and personal growth. Also, host clubs, families and the entire community are enriched by extended, friendly contact with someone from a different culture.

For more information, contact Inbound Youth Exchange Coordinator Glenn Artist.

The Huntsman World Senior Games is the largest annual multi-sport event in the world for athletes aged 50 and over. This event, which includes over 30 different sports, has taken place for two weeks each October in St. George, Utah, USA for over 30 years. From softball to swimming, from square dance to soccer, The Huntsman World Senior Games offers a world class competition experience.

Participants can register online for a single event in one sport, or they can compete in multiple events in several different sports. Most sports offer different levels of skill, so beginners and experienced athletes alike will have fun and be challenged. The Games is a qualifying event for the National Senior Games, which is held every other year.

Each year team registration opens January 1, giving teams the chance to reserve their spot in the tournament. All athletes need to register individually, beginning March 1. There is a limit on how many teams can compete in each age group, and some individual sports fill up quickly, so it’s important to register early! Registration closes September 1 and if you want to catch our early bird discount, register before August 1.

The Games is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that provides seniors a venue of international sports competition and education on active aging with the mission to foster worldwide peace, health and friendship and lead the world in active aging. Visitors or spectators are welcome to attend all sports competitions free of charge including the fabulous Concert & Celebration and amazing opening ceremonies. Or they can register to be an “official fan” and participate in walking tours, socials and health screenings. There are also hundreds of opportunities to volunteer.

Sign up today ... you are particularly needed to help assemble Welcome Bags on Wednesday, October 4 (shifts are 9 a.m. - noon OR 1 - 4 p.m. with lunch served to all volunteers at noon).  If that day doesn't work for your busy schedule, volunteers are also needed to set-up / manage fruit and water for volleyball participants at the Dixie Center.  Shifts are morning, afternoon or evening on October 13-14 OR October 16-22.

There's also the opportunity to provide housing for BYU students in town to assist with health care screening for the athletes (dates not determined at this time.>