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Programs:
Arboretum Coffee
On Wednesday, 6 November 2024, Hannah Norris, founder and owner of Arboretum Coffee will tell us all about Arboretum Coffee on Prospect Road. Arboretum Coffee (AC) is more than just a coffee shop; they are a social enterprise that provides comprehensive training programs and support services for refugees and immigrants in our community. Through a holistic approach, they aim to empower individuals to build sustainable careers and integrate successfully into their new communities. The AC mission is to use excellent coffee and excellent goods to cultivate loving, flourishing communities with our New American neighbors in a dignified space that enables each person to thrive holistically. Their objective is to help make Northern Colorado an epicenter for refugee and immigrant community empowerment in our lifetime. Currently, AC has four apprentices, three from Ukraine and one from Venezuela. Hannah (she/her) brings a background in humanitarian service and community development to her role as the founder of Arboretum Coffee. Hannah spent her undergraduate time volunteering and interning with a variety of nonprofits in the area, including Crossroads Safehouse and Fort Collins Rescue Mission, and she worked as a caseworker with The Matthews House from 2021-2022. Hannah Norris has a Master of Arts in Humanitarian and Disaster Leadership from Wheaton College. She is married to Jeremy Norris, a professional mountain biker who heads his own team, HART Cycling, and coaches for Ciclismo and Ignition.
DEI Fellowship
This Wednesday, November 6, the DEI Fellowship will discuss “Inclusivity: What does it really mean? How can we as Rotarians build inclusivity in personal and community interactions?” Shana Tidrick will lead the discussion. All are welcome – all opinions will be respected. Discussion begins ~1:15, immediately following the noon Rotary meeting in the Columbine room, Lincoln Center. As November 6 follows immediately after November 5, the DEI Fellowship is an opportunity to practice inclusivity and respect of other’s emotions and opinions.
Club News
Fifth Wednesday Social and Coat Drive for Mujeres de Colores
60 Rotarians and guests enjoyed fellowship at Avogadro’s Number on Wednesday, October 30.
We collected 50 children’s jackets for Mujeres de Colores, who will redistribute the coats to children in need this winter. We enjoyed each other’s company, a few of us were lucky enough to win a door prize and some even had the Halloween spirit and dressed in costumes.
Bedside Stories
United Way of Larimer County, with help from the Rotary Club of Fort Collins, has partnered with UCHealth hospitals in Northern Colorado to bring the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to parents and their newborns at three hospitals in the area. CLICK HERE to read more in the Loveland Reporter-Herald.
Matthews House To Open New Youth Shelter
The Matthews House is a local organization committed to serving youth and families facing challenges such as homelessness, substance abuse, education support, parenting transitions, and more. On December 18th from 4-6 PM, they are opening a new youth shelter in Loveland dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for youth ages 15-20. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, shelter tours, and a chance to meet our team. Light refreshments will be served. For more information and to RSVP, CLICK HERE.
