Events

A top priority for Rotary is growing and diversifying our membership to make sure we reflect the communities we serve and are inclusive of all cultures, experiences, and identities. Join us for the next Membership Committee to help build and maintain an engaged and inclusive membership. 

Committee members and anyone interested in helping to build and maintain an engaged and inclusive membership are welcome. Our monthly meetings begin at 4 PM.

REGISTER HERE.

Learn about and experience Greek culture without having to fly to Greece. Join us at the Oakland Greek Festival to enjoy Greek customs, food, wine, music, and dance, beginning at 11:30 AM on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Past District 5150 Governor and Past President of our Club Peter Lagarias will be the host and guide for this event. Come and learn the Zorba dance, listen to some Greek history, and tour The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension with fellow Rotarians and friends. Bring your appetite for delicious Mediterranean food and entertainment. All are welcome.

Meet at 11:30 AM at the steps of the Cathedral at the Main Entrance to the Festival. If you are late, we will likely be in the Main Dining Room by noon. Later, we will tour the Cathedral and grounds. Festival is open from 11 AM to 9 PM (stay as long as you want).

Admission: $ 5.00 per person payable at the door of the Festival. Children 12 and under are free. Exquisite and varied food and drinks are in addition to the admission fee.

Please register HERE so that we know that you are coming.

Parking: Free parking is generally available above the Cathedral at the Mormon Temple or below the Cathedral at the Head Royce School.

Accessibility: The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension is accessible. 

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In 1908, after reading the newspaper announcement of the new Rotary Club of San Francisco, businessmen from east of the bay decided to meet to discuss establishing their own club. The day after Thanksgiving in 1908, Homer Wood, founder of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, took the ferry across the bay through the pouring rain to meet for lunch with Frank Bilger of an Oakland rock quarry and paving company, and 23 other businessmen at the Hotel Metropole in downtown Oakland. From there, the Rotary Club of Oakland was born.

On May 21, 2026, members and guests of the Rotary Club of San Francisco are invited to join the Rotary Club of Oakland at the Oakland Club's meeting. The speaker will be USF Professor Stephen Zunes, who will speak on the war on Iran. Professor Zunes will examine the negative fiscal, humanitarian, diplomatic, strategic, and political consequences and what led to the decision to go to war.

Prior to the meeting, there will be a special reception beginning at 11:30 AM to celebrate the Rotary Club of San Francisco (Club No. 2) and the Rotary Club of Oakland (Club No. 3). This lunch meeting is in person only. Click here for options and payment. If you are attending, please let President Frank Yoke know by or before 3 PM on May 18, 2026.

Accessibility: The Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts is ADA compliant.

Public Transportation: The Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts is close to the Oakland 12th Street BART station.

Photo Policy and Disclaimer: By attending events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you give to the Club permission to publish photos of you at our events. If you have questions about this policy, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

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Club members are welcomed to join the monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and the Board of Trustees of Rotary Service, Inc. For connection information, please contact President Frank Yoke.

Join us for our monthly Development Committee meeting. Committee members and any members interested in development for the Rotary Club of San Francisco are welcome. The Development Committee will meet for an hour and will discuss a variety of topics to maximize fundraising for the Rotary Club of San Francisco. If you have questions or want more information, please contact Maureen O'Shea, Vice President of Development.

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Join us for our Club's EVENING MEETING. This meeting and all subsequent evening meetings do NOT replace the weekly Tuesday luncheon meetings which will continue. 

At this evening meeting, we will conduct some Club business, have dinner, and enjoy Rotary fellowship. There is no charge to attend this meeting, but each attendee pays individually for food and beverages ordered at MoMo's.

So that we can plan the space, we ask that you please register. Feel free to bring guest(s) and register them as well.

MoMo's is located directly across from the San Francisco Giants Oracle Park. There is no game or concert scheduled this evening. You can park in the neighborhood or take public transportation. 

• The “N” Judah MUNI railcar stops at 2nd and King Station, adjacent to Oracle Park and to MoMo’s.
• The “T” Third Street/Central Subway line stops at 4th and King Station, one block from Oracle Park and MoMo’s
• The 30 Stockton and 45 Union/Stockton MUNI bus lines stop near the ballpark at the CalTrain Depot, one block from MoMo’s.
• 280 West Freeway from King Street is 3 traffic lights or 3 blocks away once you exit King Street.

Accessibility: MoMo's is ADA compliant.

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Join us for the next DEI Committee meeting. Committee members and anyone interested in this Committee are welcome. Please register for more information.

Note the 5 PM start time.

Brian Watt is KQED's morning radio news anchor and will discuss delivering the news and how this delivery may be 10 years from now. He joined the KQED News team in April 2016. In his ten years with KQED, his work has been recognized with awards by the San Francisco Press Club, Society of Professional Journalist of Northern California, and the Radio Television Digital News Association.

Prior to KQED, Brian worked as a Reporter for KPCC in Los Angeles and a producer at Marketplace. During eight years at KPCC, he covered business and economics and won several awards, including the Los Angeles Press Club’s 2008 first-place award for Business and Financial Reporting, Broadcast. Brian holds degrees in theater from Yale University and the Sorbonne and has worked as an actor in France, Italy, Brazil, Hungary. and . . . Hollywood. He appeared in a few television shows, including The West Wing, Judging Amy, and The District.

Register here for In Person or Zoom attendance.

For in-person attendees: We welcome all attendees! The in-person registration cost for all adults and children is $45 until 11:59 AM on Friday, May 29, 2026. The meeting cost increases to $60 at noon and beyond on May 29, 2026 and includes any walk-ins on Tuesday, June 2.

The Hotel Nikko holds us to the headcount that we submit on Friday at noon, prior to our Tuesday meeting, whether those registered attend or not. In Rotary spirit, thanks for helping us to maintain a good relationship with our host hotel. 

For attendance via Zoom: For those who wish to participate via Zoom, there is a $15 fee to attend.

Accessibility: Hotel Nikko San Francisco offers accessible entrances, accommodations, restaurants, meeting spaces, and facilities so that every guest enjoys a comfortable visit.

Parking: If you are driving to the Hotel Nikko for this meeting, please leave your car with the Hotel Nikko valet. Pick up a validation sticker available at our check-in table. The discounted parking is $25 for three hours.

Photo Policy and Disclaimer: By attending events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you give to the Club permission to publish photos of you at our events. If you have questions about this policy, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

Email Policy and Disclaimer: By registering online for events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you give to the Club permission to use your email to invite you to future events. If you have questions about this policy or wish to opt out at any time, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

Join us for our regular monthly Business Networking meeting, held on the first Wednesday of each month, excluding holidays. All Rotarians and anyone who is interested in business networking are welcome, including non-Rotarian guests. The cost is $10 and includes coffee or tea and light pastries. If you have questions, please contact Hana Wang.

Please note the new location and time for this monthly meeting.

Registration in advance is required. Please register here.

Join us for a brief meeting to discuss meeting set-up, registration, and greeter tasks. Together, we can improve the experience of our meeting guests and prepare for special guests, potential members, and the speaker of the day.

If you have questions or want more information, please contact Ann Daugherty, Vice President of Club Services. 

Join us for our next Social Committee meeting, and let's have some fun! The mission of this group is to plan a series of activities that are entertaining and interesting for our Club. Committee members and anyone interested in this Committee are welcome. 

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The Community Service Committee meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of every other month starting in August 2025. Our next meeting is on June 10 starting at 6 PM.

Our Community Service Meetings will discuss local domestic projects that are conducted by Club members and volunteers. During conversations, we will discuss current Club projects, financial spending for Club-approved projects, volunteer opportunities where we can serve, and overall Club communications. 

Committee members and anyone interested in new projects, project leadership, and volunteering for projects are always welcome and encouraged.

Please register online and login information will be sent to you. If you have questions or want more information, please do not hesitate to contact Darlene Wilson, Vice President of Community Service (2024-2026).

A top priority for Rotary is growing and diversifying our membership to make sure we reflect the communities we serve and are inclusive of all cultures, experiences, and identities. Join us for the next Membership Committee to help build and maintain an engaged and inclusive membership. 

Committee members and anyone interested in helping to build and maintain an engaged and inclusive membership are welcome. Our monthly meetings begin at 4 PM.

REGISTER HERE.

Join us for an opportunity to give back to the incredible need of homeless or housing insecure families in San Francisco. Please help us assemble diaper bags for giveaway at upcoming HPP Baby Showers. We will meet to stuff 60 bags and organize goods.

Our Club's Foundation awarded $10,000 to the HPP for the 2025-2026 Rotary Year. After the bag stuffing, there is an opportunity for Rotarians, their families, and friends to have dinner in the neighborhood.

Event is limited to 6 people. Parking is available on the street.

Accessibility: HPP is ADA compliant.

Photo Policy and Disclaimer: By attending events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you are giving to our Club your permission to publish photos of you as an attendee at our events. If you have questions about this policy, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com. 

Email Policy and Disclaimer: By registering online for events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you are giving to our Club your permission to use your email to invite you to future events. If you have questions about this policy or wish to opt out at any time, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

Rotarians are invited to attend in-person baby showers at the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP)! We will distribute the diaper bags full of items that Rotarians recently assembled. There will be one shower in Spanish limited to two Rotarians and one shower in English limited to two Rotarians. You do not need to know Spanish to attend the Spanish shower. Translation will be available.

~Times for Spanish Shower:  Arrive at 9:30 AM; shower is from 10-12 noon.

~Times for English Shower:  Arrive at 12:30 PM; shower is from 1-3 PM.

When you register to attend a shower, please indicate in the comments whether you are attending the 10 AM shower or the 1 PM shower.

Club members are welcomed to join the monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and the Board of Trustees of Rotary Service, Inc. For connection information, please contact President Frank Yoke.

Join us for our monthly Development Committee meeting. Committee members and any members interested in development for the Rotary Club of San Francisco are welcome. The Development Committee will meet for an hour and will discuss a variety of topics to maximize fundraising for the Rotary Club of San Francisco. If you have questions or want more information, please contact Maureen O'Shea, Vice President of Development.

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Celebrate Another Rotary Year in the Books Under the Thoughtful Leadership of President Frank Yoke

“Five Hundred Twenty Five Thousand Six Hundred Minutes

Five Hundred Twenty Five Thousand Moments So Dear

Five Hundred Twenty Five Thousand Six Hundred Minutes

How Do You Measure, Measure A Year” 

— RENT

It’s that time of year again — when we bid adieu to our current Club President and prepare to welcome the next.

President Frank has led an exceptional year, from engaging weekly luncheons and lively evening meetings to a full calendar of social gatherings and the continued growth of our local and International service efforts.

To celebrate his outstanding leadership and contributions, we invite you to an Evening Celebrating Service Above Self in honor of President Frank Yoke.

Join us for a special recognition dinner as we reflect on our past year’s accomplishments as a Club and celebrate President Frank’s dedication to service. Your presence will make the evening all the more meaningful.

When: Friday, June 26, 2026. Check-in will open at 5:45 PM. Doors open at 6 PM.

Where: This Recognition Dinner will be held at the Marines' Memorial Club & Hotel. Upon arrival, proceed to the Crystal Ballroom on the 9th floor.

Program: 

6:00 – 6:45 PM | Cocktail Reception
Mingle with fellow Rotarians and guests. No-host full bar available.

6:45 PM | Dinner & Program
A three-course dinner (choice of chicken, steak, or vegetarian) accompanied by a celebratory program with a few surprises.

Preferred Attire: In honor of President Frank’s impeccable style, business formal or cocktail attire is encouraged.

Registration: $85 per person

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND.

This event is in person only. All registration fees are non-refundable but may be transferred to another attendee. If you are transferring your tickets, please contact Alisha Marfatia to update the registration. Please note that everyone must be registered to enter, and we are unable to accept any walk-ins.

Accommodations (if needed): For guests traveling from out of town or who wish to make an evening of it, a limited number of rooms have been secured at the Marines' Memorial Club & Hotel at a discounted rate of $229/night. Rooms can be booked through this link or by calling the front desk. Please use the booking code SFROTARY26 to obtain the discount.

Accessibility: The Marines' Memorial Club and Hotel is ADA compliant with accessible public areas and elevators. 

Parking: Nearby parking garages are the Olympic Club garage at 665 Sutter Street, Sutter/Stockton garage, or Downtown garage at Mason/O'Farrell. Parking is also available via SpotHero 

Public Transportation: Public transportation is encouraged. You can contact BART or Muni for the transportation closest to you.

Additional Questions: Please contact Alisha Marfatia.

Photo Policy and Disclaimer: By attending events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you are giving to our Club your permission to publish photos of you as an attendee at our events. If you have questions about this policy, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

Email Policy and Disclaimer: By registering online for events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you are giving to our Club your permission to use your email to invite you to future events. If you have questions about this policy or wish to opt out at any time, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

SAVE THIS DATE when all members and friends of the Rotary Club of San Francisco will gather for a heartfelt celebration honoring our President, Frank Yoke.

Accessibility: Hotel Nikko San Francisco offers accessible entrances, accommodations, restaurants, meeting spaces, and facilities so that every guest enjoys a comfortable visit.

Parking: If you are driving to the Hotel Nikko for this meeting, please leave your car with the Hotel Nikko valet. Pick up a validation sticker available at our check-in table. The discounted parking is $25 for three hours.

Photo Policy and Disclaimer: By attending events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you give to the Club permission to publish photos of you at our events. If you have questions about this policy, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.

Email Policy and Disclaimer: By registering online for events of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, you give to the Club permission to use your email to invite you to future events. If you have questions about this policy or wish to opt out at any time, please contact sfrotary2@gmail.com.