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November 27, 2022

From the Club Blog
Report from the Nominating Committee
 
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the Board of Directors:
 
2023-24 President: Sunny Singh
2023-24 President-Elect: Bob Hermann
2023-25 Club Treasurer: Bill Poppen
2023-25 Club Secretary: Nancy Graydon
2023-25 Vice President of Youth Services: Todd St Vrain
2023-25 Vice President of Club Services: Ozan Yasavur
2023-25 Vice President of Public Relations: Dan Davies
2023-25 Vice President of Vocational Services: Alex Omoko
 
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Price Increase for Late Registration and Walk-in
Beginning with the Tuesday, December 6, 2022 Club luncheon, the cost for in-person registration will remain $45 if you register early until 11:59 AM on Friday, December 2, 2022. When the clock strikes noon on Friday, December 2, 2022, the price will go up to $60. If you show up at the door on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 as a walk-in, you will be charged $60. 
 
This price increase will remain in effect for all future in-person meetings, meaning that each Friday before the next Tuesday luncheon, the price will go up to $60 starting at 12 noon. To save a few dollars, please register before noon on the Friday before. This is the cost that we pay the Hotel Nikko, and we must pass it on to you. The cost to attend via Zoom remains at $10. If you have questions, please contact President Christopher Wiseman.
Notes from the 2022 Rotary Zones 26 and 27 Institute
Congratulations to District 5150 Governor-Elect Laine Hendricks from the Rotary Club of San Francisco who completed her Governor-Elect Training Seminar (GETS) the week of November 6, 2022 at the Rotary Zones 26 and 27 Conference held in Salt Lake City, UT. 
 
In attendance from our Club to celebrate with DGE Laine were PDG Eric Schmautz, Past Club President Stephanie Schmautz, and their daughters, Molly and Katie, Past Club President David Dye, and Dora Dye. They were joined by other Rotarians from District 5150 including District Governor Gary Chow, Past District Governor Danielle Lallement, Past District Governor Mary Bates, Past District Governor Jayne Hulbert, Past District Governor Ron Gin, Past District Governor Jeri Fujimoto, Past District Governor Russ Ketron, and District Governor Nominee Steve Wright.
 
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Thanksgiving Means Service Above Self for the Rotary Club of San Francisco
One of our Club's favorite traditions, dating back over a decade, is to serve a Thanksgiving meal to the participants of The Arc San Francisco and The Salvation Army. Helping out this year were Eric Schmautz, Mary Liu, Greg Gutting, Tim Hornbecker, Peter Logan, Chris Davies, Sunny Singh, Gary Dales, Robin Azevedo, Emily Borland, Frank Yoke, Jim Patrick, JT Forbus, Stephanie Schmautz, Ann Daugherty, Rosemary Welde, Anita Stangl, Clifford Phillips, and Margaret Miley. Joining them were Visiting Rotarian Harry Eng, Visiting Rotarian Brandon Fleming, Past Club President Jimmie Jeffery, Erica Kaplan (Peter Logan's guest), James Wong (Mary Liu's husband), Rosie Liu (Mary Liu's guest), and special guests Molly and Katie Schmautz.
 
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Upcoming Events
ROTARY LUNCHEON December 6, 2022: Rev. Glenda Hope and Women Transitioning out of Prostitution
In response to a series of brutal murders and assaults upon prostituted women in the mid-1990s, Reverend Glenda Hope worked with the Sisters of Presentation to found Safe House, a safe place for women transitioning out of prostitution. Come to hear about the healing work that Safe House has done and continues to do in our community.
 
 
SERVICE PROJECT December 8, 2022: Diaper Bag Assembly for Homeless Prenatal Program
Join us at this service opportunity to stuff diaper bags and organize diapers and wipes for giveaway to clients of the Homeless Prenatal Program. We will meet at an open-air warehouse to allow social distancing while stuffing the bags and organizing the goods. Participation is limited to 10 people, so sign up early. Facial mask is required. 
 
SERVICE PROJECT December 10, 2022: Rotary Meadow Restoration
Come and enjoy nature, fresh air, and fellowship while helping Sutro Stewards seed and restore Rotary Meadow - a garden of native plants our Club planted at the summit of Mount Sutro in 2004. Participation is limited to a maximum of 20 members of our Club. Advanced registration is required.
 
Holiday Party and Annual Meeting: December 13, 2022
Join us at the Hotel Nikko for this year’s Holiday Party and Annual Meeting. This is always the most festive and fun-filled luncheon of the year, so bring your family, friends, and business associates to celebrate with us!
 
Baby Showers for Homeless Prenatal Program: December 14, 2022
Join us at one or both of the Baby Showers at the Homeless Prenatal Program where we will give expectant mothers diaper bags filled with supplies. The party for Spanish speakers starts at 10 AM; the party for English speakers starts at 1:00 PM. Registration is limited to two Rotarians at each shower. Mask and on-site COVID test required.
 
 
SERVICE PROJECT December 16, 2022: Catholic Charities and working with children and families to make a difference
Please join us at Catholic Charities' Maureen and Craig Sullivan Youth Center to work with kids on holiday art projects, serve food, and spread some cheer during this fun and festive season. The event is limited to 10 volunteers. Register early!
 
Congratulations!  December 2022 Birthdays and Rotary Anniversaries
December 3
   Kat Ebanks
 
December 5
   Kai Burrus, Benjamin Lam
 
December 7
   Rachel Donovan, Eric Schmautz
 
December 11
   Jianying (James) Chen
 
December 12
   John Hoch
 
December 13
   Sacha Shashi
 
December 14
   Valentina Sacchi Beccarini
 
December 16
   Phyllis Nusz
 
December 20
   Angelina Preza
 
December 22
   Sunny Singh
 
December 26
   Steven Minchen
 
Note: This birthday list is based on membership information in ClubRunner. Please update your ClubRunner account to help us keep this information current. If you need help with ClubRunner, please contact our current newsletter editor.
 
 
1993: Fred Marschner
 
1995: Benjamin Lam
 
1996: Jim Kennedy
 
1997: Andi Valo-Espina
 
1999: Eric Schmautz
 
2000: Cecile Chiquette
 
2008: Emily Borland
 
2016: Dora Dye
 
2017: Bob Hermann, Jane Mermelstein
 
2018: Kat Ebanks
       
2019: Valentina Sacchi Beccarini, Ed Shenkan
 
2020: Dan Davies
 
2021: Rachel Donovan, Jefferson Yih
  
Note:  The year listed above is when these members joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Happy anniversary to all!