President Frank Yoke III (Development | Serra Residential Center, Inc.) called the meeting to order at 12:16 PM and welcomed everyone attending either in person or via Zoom. He shared today's agenda, announced that there would be Fellowship Time immediately after today's meeting, and invited all to attend the Fellowship for cookies and beverages.
Today's Visiting Rotarians and Guests
Today's Visiting Rotarians were District 5150 Youth Chair Sylvia Barry from the Rotary Club of Novato Sunrise who attended via Zoom, Assistant Governor Judy Johnson from the Rotary Club of Novato Sunrise, John Swon from the Rotary Club of Minneapolis, and President-elect Johnny Wong from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown. Today's guest was Charlie Onorati. Today's speaker was Amy Everitt. Welcome to all!
Rotary Flag Exchange
President Frank exchanged Rotary flags with Visiting Rotarian John Swon.
Please note: this is an in-depth reflection on this year’s RYLA by Camp Director Todd St Vrain. RYLA accounts for a quarter of our club’s annual grants and is a tradition of nearly 40 years within our club. We invite you to take a journey into RYLA’s significance through this post. You can also watch this video of Todd’s remarks at last week’s club meeting that echo the sentiments expressed here.
The 39th annual RYLA was held July 28 to August 1, 2025 at the Redwood Glen Camp & Conference Center in Scotts Valley. This year RYLA hosted 122 students from a record 48 schools across District 5150. RYLA was supported by an all-volunteer staff of 88, including 65 at camp (22 alumni, 28 facilitators, 11 admin and support staff and four guest speakers). Our staff included 13 members from the Rotary Club of San Francisco, 36 members of 18 other Rotary clubs, and 38 additional staff. (Please see the end of this post for a complete list of RYLA volunteers).
Join us for our Club's NEXT EVENING MEETING where 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. Please register yourself and your guests so that we can plan the space.
Rotaplast started as a world community service project of the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1992-1993, and since then, has sponsored over 200 missions and helped over 20,000 children. Bring smiles to children around the world by participating in (or supporting) this tournament with Rotary clubs throughout our District 5150 and beyond. Funds raised will benefit the mission in New Delhi, India.
Come and join District 5150 Rotarians and friends for a Pickleball Social! Pickleball has become very popular in the U.S., because it's fun, easy to learn, and offers great exercise. The District has reserved six courts for 48 players, including beginner-friendly courts with loaner paddles and tutorials. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are included in the $30 registration fee.
Join us for our Club's next BUSINESS NETWORKING meeting where we will have dinner and enjoy an evening of productive and fun networking. There is no charge to attend this meeting, but each attendee pays individually for food and beverages ordered at DACHA Kitchen & Bar. Please register yourself and your guests so that we can plan the space.
Join President Frank Yoke and members of our Board at our 2025-2026 Club Assembly as we look at the road ahead. Our Club remains one of the top Rotary clubs in the world after 118 years and continues to make a difference in the world. Your assistance is needed so that the momentum will keep going. Join us to provide input and help.
Our September DEI Film Festival movie is Life, Animated, a powerful documentary about an autistic boy, who through Disney’s beloved characters and stories, learned how to make sense of the world and found his own voice. This film is recommended for ages 12 and up. Following the screening, there will be a group discussion over a pizza and salad dinner to reflect on the film’s themes and to share perspectives on how storytelling can create understanding and connection across all abilities.
Greg Podd, Trustee from The Rotary Foundation (TRF) and member of the Rotary Club of Evergreen in Colorado, joins us to talk about Rotary's effort and progress to end polio.
This September, Rotary District 5150 will begin offering the Servant Leadership for Rotarians program, a three-part series on three consecutive Saturdays, that can be used in Rotary and in our personal, business, or professional lives. Servant leadership is a leadership philosophy where the main priority of the leader is to enhance the growth, well-being, and success of the people they lead.
Celebrate the incredible impact of the Rotary Foundation over lunch, enjoy exciting drawings/prizes (including the EREY Drawing), and cap it all off with a thrilling performance by the Blue Angels! Regular registration ends on August 31, and the price will go up starting September 1.
