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Posted by Stacey Poole on May 07, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:25 PM on May 6, 2025 and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom. The Club observed a moment of silence in memory of Pope Francis who had died on April 21, 2025. A Big Thank You President Bob expressed his gratitude for all of the get-well cards, flowers, and well wishes that he had received after his recent hip replacement surgery. He pointed out that he has recovered well as evidenced by his participation at the recent Bike Build. Today's Guests Our guests were Nese Ozler and Shelley Wenzel. Our speaker was Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group). Welcome to all!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 6, 2025: Scott Plakun and Rotary’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Posted by Dora J Dye on May 01, 2025
Rotary District 5150 threw an Appreciation Party on April 27, 2025 to thank and recognize all major donors in our District. The party was held in Toby's Feed Barn at Point Reyes Station. Guests were treated to fresh seafood or vegetarian paella, assorted beverages, and cookies prepared by the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown. The keynote speaker was Sakina Dhorajiwala, a Rotary Peace Fellow. There are many levels of giving in Rotary. This link provides a detailed summary of each level. To learn where you are on the giving level, log into your profile on my.rotary.org
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A Thank You Party for Major Donors
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Apr 29, 2025
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on March 25, 2025 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 4:03 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Dan Davies, Stephen Geisheker, Nancy Graydon, President Bob Hermann, Bridget Mahoney, Margaret Miley, Maureen O'Shea, Todd St Vrain, Darlene Wilson, Ozan Yasavur, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Tim Hornbecker and Sunny Singh. Our guests were Executive Secretary Dora Dye and Christopher Wiseman — President of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the February 25, 2025 minutes as presented.
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March 2025 Board Highlights
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Posted by Darlene Wilson on Apr 24, 2025
Family House serves as a home away from home for families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses by providing physical comfort and emotional support, free from financial concerns. On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, three Rotarians from our Club - Mary Fermi, Carrie Schucker, and Darlene Wilson - prepared a scrumptious spaghetti and meatball meal that was enjoyed by over 100 families. These Rotarians also provided a welcoming and fun experience.
This was truly a Service Above Self project to help these families during this difficult time. Thank you to Mary, Carrie, and Darlene!
Mary Fermi, Darlene Wilson, and Carrie Schucker
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Service Above Self at Family House
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Posted by Paul Vazquez on Apr 24, 2025
Alliance for Smiles is looking for skilled photographers to capture their glamorous and meaningful Night of Smiles Gala on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco. The event is a fundraiser to make surgeries for children in need around the world possible. Ideally, photographers would arrive at 4:15 PM and stay until the end of the program at 10 PM. We will provide dinner, and you'll be part of a festive, fun event that also helps kids in need. If you are interested, please contact Paul Vazquez
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Call for Photographers
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Apr 22, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) was at home recuperating from hip surgery. He sent his heartfelt thanks for the calls and good wishes from fellow Rotarians. We welcomed President-Elect Frank Yoke III (Development | Serra Residential Center, Inc.) who called to order this month's Evening Meeting at MoMo's. Our Club's Partnership with MoMo’s RestaurantMoMo's Restaurant where we meet monthly for our Club's Evening Meeting was vandalized the day before the Opening Day of the San Francisco Giants. Club Members did not hesitate to reach into their pocket and give generously to MoMo's – a community partner that has hosted our Club with hospitality and fair pricing to make our evening meetings so enjoyable. Scott Morton, the owner of MoMo's, accepted our gift with sincere appreciation. Scott and his wife recently welcomed their second child.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 17, 2025
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Posted by Tim Hornbecker on Apr 22, 2025
The DEI Committee celebrated the Jewish tradition of Passover with a Seder meal. Our host, Betty Newman, a friend of Past President Christopher Wiseman, prepared the traditional food with two of her friends. This was the third time that Betty has invited us into her home to celebrate Passover.
Scott Plakun helped to organize and explain the meaning of the Seder during the meal. He shared the history of the Jewish people fleeing from Egypt because of persecution and slavery by the Pharaoh. 18 Rotarians and their friends or family attended this very meaningful and educational celebration.
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Celebrating Passover
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2025-04-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 17, 2025
Paul Harris, the Founder of Rotary, was born on April 19, 1868. It was his vision that created an organization in Chicago for mutual advantage and fellowship. This organization became what it is today — an international entity where its members are united by a shared sense of purpose and a dedication to service locally, nationally, and internationally. You can learn more about the life of Paul Harris by clicking here or readings pages 2-6 in A Tradition of Fellowship and Service: The Rotary Club of San Francisco at 100 by Theresa Whitener. This 100th anniversary book has been a gift to each person who joined our Club. Grants Season: Our Club is proud to continue the vision of Paul Harris as it is currently selecting its service projects for the 2025-2026 Rotary year. So far, the members of the Grant Review Committee (GRC) have been wowed by the passion to serve humanity poured into the words on the grant proposals. More details on the GRC's recommendations to come. In the meantime, we raise a glass to Paul Harris on his birthday, and thank him for a vision that has withstood the test of time.
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Happy Birthday and Thank You to Paul Harris
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2025-04-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Apr 08, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He shared some slides of Golden Gate Park where cherry blossoms are in full bloom and encouraged all to take advantage of this park in our backyard. Visiting Rotarians and Guests We welcomed two Visiting Rotarians: Michael Veny from the Rotary eClub of Wall Street who said that San Francisco was one of his favorite cities and Past President Michael O'Hare from the Rotary Club of Galway Salthill, Ireland. Michael O'Hare introduced his wife, Una; both were in the Bay Area to visit their son who is pursuing a Ph.D. at Stanford University. Our guest was Richard Wenzel. Our speaker was Dr. Steven Savage. Flag Exchange President Bob exchanged a Rotary flag with Visiting Rotarian Michael O'Hare and Una O'Hare and expressed the importance of connections, learning, and understanding that the worldwide reach of Rotary uniquely provides.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 8, 2025: Blue Bear School of Music
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Posted by Ruth Wenzel on Apr 07, 2025
 Dear Fellow Rotarians:
It's good to be back in Rotary! I have missed the fellowship of like-minded people with good goals to reach and conquer.
Last Sunday, March 30, 2025, I watched the film entitled Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet with Rotarians. We were all equally touched by the plight of the Korean poet and shared the inability to help. The conversations among the audience members following the film showed great sensitivity and understanding for an individual unable to effect any amelioration of his situation.
After the discussion, we shared delicious Korean food and camaraderie. Thank you to Stellie Kim, a member of our Club who grew up in Korea, for hosting both the discussion and the meal. My husband, Dick, also enjoyed this evening of fellowship, and we look forward to more interesting events to come that open hearts and minds.
Yours in Rotary,
Ruth Wenzel
Editor's Note: Our Club inducted Ruth as a new member on April 8, 2025. Ruth had been a member of the Rotary Club of Mission San Jose in Fremont, California. Please welcome Ruth when you see her.
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First Experience at the Rotary DEI Film Festival
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Posted by David Folk on Apr 07, 2025
What an uplifting event where everyone left feeling shared optimism and energy! Our Welcome to the Club event on April 3, 2025 had a strong turnout of 13 members from the Rotary Club of San Francisco and 16 amazing, prospective members! First, we enjoyed some light food and beverages, while President Bob Hermann set the tone of the evening with a thoughtful and inspirational overview. Next, we followed a “speed dating” format where every prospective member met briefly one on one with each Rotarian in attendance to share and learn about Rotary's passion for service.
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Welcome to the Club: An Uplifting Event
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2025-04-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Apr 06, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM, welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom, and shared the history of April Fools' Day. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Jannie Lammers from the Rotary Club of Almere-Weerwater in The Netherlands. Also in attendance were Michelle Pommier and Ruth Wenzel, both of whom will soon join our Club. Ruth brought her husband, Dick Wenzel, to this meeting and introduced him. Jim Patrick (Retail: Office Supplies | Patrick & Co.) introduced his son, Jamie Patrick. Phil Ye (Information Technology - Administration | Snowflake) introduced Jonathan Hao. Sue Robbins (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF) introduced Bob LaLanae. Our speaker was Rick Laubscher. Welcome to all! Flag Exchange President Bob exchanged a Rotary flag with Visiting Rotarian Jannie Lammers.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 1, 2025: Rick Laubscher on Market Street and its historic street cars
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 02, 2025
The 2025 District Assembly: Learning and Leadership Development and Project Fair convened on March 22, 2025. The theme chosen by District 5150 Governor-Elect Mitone Griffiths for 2025-2026 is Every Piece Matters. Her theme connects perfectly with Unite for Good! — the theme chosen by the 2025-2026 Rotary International President Mário César Martins de Camargo. Said DGE Mitone, ". . . To continue our mission of promoting peace, we must grow. Every new Rotarian is another piece of the puzzle, strengthening our ability to serve. Together we complete the picture — because Every Piece Matters, and when all our pieces come together, we Unite for Good, we build a better, more peaceful world."
Following DGE Mitone's call to grow and act, incoming Chief of Staff JT Forbus from our Club enthusiastically introduced the 2025-2026 Club Presidents. Many horns and one cowbell sounded to cheer for President-Elect Frank Yoke from our Club when he appeared on the podium.
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2025 District Assembly and Project Fair
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Posted by Ed Shenkan on Mar 27, 2025
One of the pleasures of being a Rotarian is the opportunity to meet people from diverse cultures and learn and experience their traditions. I was fortunate to attend the recent Ramadan dinner on March 25, 2025. In attendance were District 5150 Governor Steve Wright and his wife, Colleen; President Bob Hermann and his spouse, Dan Joraanstad; Rotarians from our Club and clubs around the Bay Area; and friends of Rotarians. Together, we joined in this evening of fellowship to celebrate Ramadan.
Ramadan is celebrated for one month each year by the Muslim community around the world. The Ramadan period includes fasting during the day and a breaking of the fast at sundown. Some observers of the fast even wake up before dawn for a small snack before the day begins. We began the meal with sweetness by eating dates and savor by eating olives. Next was a host of appetizers and lamb.
This was the second year that our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee has included a Ramadan celebration. This was my first time at a Ramadan celebration. Not only was the food delicious, but the feeling of friendship was hugely enjoyable. I hope this tradition continues annually. If you want to attend next year, please know that everyone is welcome and that this is not a heavy prayer dinner. There is one prayer for one minute at the beginning of the meal followed by an evening of fellowship. And for those who enjoy dessert, the evening ended with baklava!
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My First Time at a Ramadan Celebration
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2025-03-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Mar 26, 2025
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on February 25, 2025 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 4:01 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Dan Davies, Nancy Graydon, President Bob Hermann, Tim Hornbecker, Margaret Miley, Maureen O'Shea, Todd St Vrain, Darlene Wilson, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Stephen Geisheker, Bridget Mahoney, Sunny Singh, and Ozan Yasavur. Our guest was Executive Secretary Dora Dye. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the January 28, 2025 minutes as amended.
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February 2025 Board Highlights
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2025-03-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 21, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called to order our Club's monthly Evening Meeting at MoMo's. Visibility for Our Club at MoMo’s Restaurant
As we entered MoMo's Restaurant this evening, we were excited to see the Rotary Club of San Francisco’s sticker prominently placed on the front window of the Restaurant, gaining visibility among restaurant patrons and ballpark attendees. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our Club's presence in the community! Anil Bhargava, La Carre Ivy, President Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, and Ed Shenkan
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 20, 2025
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Posted by Kayla Trunecek and Mary Gorski on Mar 21, 2025
Club Members La Carre Ivy and Kayla Trunecek volunteered at the baby shower for Spanish speakers at the Homeless Prenatal Program on March 19, 2025. Both helped by serving food to the participants at the shower and coordinating the raffle. Kayla delivered a heartfelt speech in Spanish on behalf of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and sent warm wishes to each mother-to-be, father, family members, and the newborn.
Club Members Mary Gorski and Carrie Schucker volunteered at the baby shower for English speakers later that same day. Carrie helped with the food, and Mary distributed baby supplies, including children's books and personal toiletries.
This event is part of our ongoing commitment to support HPP. In addition to volunteering at the baby showers, Rotarians also assemble and distribute diaper bags filled with essential items for new parents. We are proud to be part of this meaningful initiative, providing care and support to families in need.
Mary Gorski and Carrie Schucker Kayla Trunecek
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Volunteering at the HPP Baby Showers
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Mar 13, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He shared his headshots taken in 1993 and 2014. Oh, what a difference a few decades made to his hairline! Today's Guests We welcomed Visiting Rotarian Ruth Wenzel from the Rotary Club of Mission San Jose. Our guests were Sam Silva, Luz Maria Soto, and Orkhontulga Tsedensodnom. Our speaker was Dr. Kai Burrus. Robin Azevedo (Retail: Mattresses | Retired, McRoskey Mattress Company) introduced her childhood friend, Holly Huebel. Holly has visited our Club before today. President Bob shared that former members of our Club — Carla and Erik Walter — visited him from Milledgeville, Georgia. Thought of the Day Larry Booth (Engineering: Mechanical | Retired, Frank M. Booth, Inc.) read today's Thought of the Day by Jane Goodall.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 11, 2025: Kai Burrus and Current research on climate change, impacts, and solutions
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2025-03-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Mar 06, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:10 PM and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom. Today's Guests - We welcomed David Gallagher, Mary Jansen, Roland LeBron, Gary Rose, and Fernando Valverde. Our speaker was Dr. Alison Simon.
- Angelina Preza (Sales: Travel | Aquarium of the Bay) introduced her husband, Michael Sudol. Angelina and Michael were married in Honolulu, Hawaii on January 3, 2025.
New Member President Bob recognized La'Juan Payne (Business Growth and Development | Odabi Inc.) who was on Zoom. La'Juan joined our Club on February 20, 2025. See full story here.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 4, 2025: Alison Simon, Connecting the dots between transportation and sustainability
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Feb 25, 2025
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on January 28, 2025 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 4:01 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Dan Davies, Stephen Geisheker, Nancy Graydon, President Bob Hermann, Bridget Mahoney, Margaret Miley, Maureen O'Shea, Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Darlene Wilson, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Tim Hornbecker and Ozan Yasavur. Our guest was Executive Secretary Dora Dye. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the November 19, 2024 minutes as amended.
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January 2025 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2025-02-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 24, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 6:32 PM and called to order our Club's monthly Evening Meeting at MoMo's. He shared a personal memory: a photo of a dory boat that he had seen while visiting Shelburne, Nova Scotia. Visiting Rotarians and Guests This evening's Visiting Rotarians were Betsy Chafcouloff, Lisa DeZordo, Janet Leiva, Greg Scott, and Maggie Snyder from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro. Our guests were Maria Barrera, Janessa Bowen, Will Conkling, Noam Gad Weiser, Howard Hill, Maxcine Jones, Belinda Racklin, Benjamin Santos, Eric Thongrak, Jaclyn Thongrak, and Sedinam Worlanyo. We were also glad to see Donna Duensing (Education: Seminary | Retired) visiting us from the Midwest.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 20, 2025
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Feb 21, 2025
Come watch our Golden State Warriors take on the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, March 10, 2025 at 7 PM. We have special tickets for admission into the Pepsi Club at Chase Center. We had originally sold out quickly, but now are accepting people who would like to join the Waitlist. People on the Waitlist will have a chance to purchase a ticket and be admitted. This is a great event for members (new and old), prospective members, friends, and significant others. If interested, please join the waitlist now! Seating is limited.
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Rotary Night at the Warriors Game
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2025-02-21 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Feb 17, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom. In honor of Valentine's Day, Hershey's kisses were available next to each table setting. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Mary-Caroline Hammerer from the Rotary Club of Braunschweig Henry the Lion in Germany; Peter Hammerer from the Rotary Club of Braunschweig in Germany; Mary Johnson from the Rotary Club of Folsom Lake; Mairy Droese from the Rotary Club of Orangevale; and Bob Doerr, Bobba Venkatadri, and Jerry Winges from the Rotary Club of Burlingame Hillsborough. Joining Mairy was her partner, Richard Droese. Other guests were Holly Huebel, Fiorela Martinez, Patrick Shannon, and Eric Thongrak. Our speaker was MacKenzie Chung Fegan. Welcome to all! Exchanging Flags with Visiting Rotarians President Bob exchanged Rotary flags with Visiting Rotarians Mary-Caroline Hammerer, Peter Hammerer, and Mary Johnson.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 11, 2025: MacKenzie Chung Fegan and State of Food in San Francisco
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 13, 2025
Rotarians, family, and friends gathered together on the rooftop of Patrick and Co. to watch Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, February 9, 2025. The crowd enjoyed laughter, fellowship, the game, and a pizza/salad/dessert party. In addition to watching the Big Game, everyone kept an eye on the board bearing the names of the players of our Club's Super Bowl Pool. David Shen won the Pool at halftime. President Bob Hermann won the Pool at the end of the game. In addition to the regular Pool, there was a bonus round for those who were present for the Super Bowl Party. Each of those present received a ticket upon arrival, and the winner of the Bonus Round was Daniel DeSanto. Each winner received a Paul Harris Fellowship. Congratulations to all!
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2025 Super Bowl Party and Winners
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Feb 11, 2025
The Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) is a five-day residential and transformative summer camp. RYLA fosters our youth’s leadership and personal development, promotes their mental health through social connections, and builds lifelong connections to Rotary. RYLA serves 160 students from 45 schools, with 20+ young alumni continuing their leadership journey as camp staff. Many say RYLA is the best week of their lives.
Our District’s 39th annual RYLA will be held from July 28 to August 1, 2025 at the Redwood Glen Center in Scotts Valley (near Santa Cruz). Opportunities to be involved include serving as a camp counselor (called a facilitator), referring others to be a facilitator (from college students to retirees), or joining RYLA support teams such as the marketing and operations teams.
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Be a Part of the 39th Annual RYLA Camp
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2025-02-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Feb 06, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Patti van der Burg from the Rotary Club of Los Gatos. Joining Patti was her partner, Jay Shukert. Other guests were Maria Barrera and Rae Sansa. Our speaker was Eric Plakun. Welcome to all! Thoughts of the Day Carrie Schucker (Counseling | Retired) read today's Thoughts of the Day addressing humanity and injustice. The quote on humanity came from Bishop Desmond Tutu, and the quote on injustice came from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 4, 2025: Dr. Eric Plakun and Understanding Mental Disorders and Their Treatment
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Posted by Stellie Kim on Feb 06, 2025
At Rotary, we believe that creating a world where people come together and collaborate for a better future begins with embracing diversity in culture. In celebration of the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac, this year's Lunar New Year event was organized by Hana Xu Wang and Dr. Stellie Kim at the Chinatown Restaurant in San Francisco.
The dinner event brought together members from the Rotary Club of Millbrae, the Rotary Club of San Francisco, the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, and the Rotary Club of San Francisco West. Our Club President Bob Hermann, dressed in a festive Chinese robe, welcomed everyone in Chinese by saying, Gung Hay Fat Choy, which means wishing you prosperity. RCSF Chinatown President Susan Dean also welcomed us and expressed delight that we celebrated at the restaurant where her club meets.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
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2025-02-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Jan 31, 2025
On November 25, 2024, the Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco did approve Past District 5150 Governor and Past Club President (1987-1988) Bill Sturgeon and his wife, Sandra Sturgeon, as Honorary Members of our Club. The approval was carried out via a Unanimous Written Consent of the Board. The Board also renewed the honorary membership of Les Andersen, John Goings, and Elisa Stephens.
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2025-01-31 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jan 30, 2025
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on November 19, 2024 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 4:04 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Stephen Geisheker, Tim Hornbecker, Bridget Mahoney, President Bob Hermann, Nancy Graydon, Ozan Yasavur, Todd St Vrain, and President-Elect Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Dan Davies, Margaret Miley, Maureen O'Shea, Sunny Singh, and Darlene Wilson. Our guests were San Francisco Rotary Foundation President Christopher Wiseman and Executive Secretary Dora Dye. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the October 29, 2024 minutes. Treasurer’s Report Treasurer Gary Dales reviewed the financial reports and noted that the Club is in a strong financial position with net assets of $116,716 and a cash balance of $97,882. President Bob Hermann stressed the need for Club members to submit receipts for reimbursement. The Board unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report as presented.
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November 2024 Board Highlights
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2025-01-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jan 28, 2025
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidate for individual membership into our Club: LaJuan Payne (Business Growth and Development | Odabi Inc.) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed addition to our membership.
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Membership News: January 2025
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2025-01-28 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jan 21, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:13 PM on January 21, 2025 and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom. Thought of the Day Peter Logan (Law: Insurance | Peter Logan Law Offices) read today's Thought of the Day by Mahatma Gandhi, which was "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Today's Guests Our guests were Julie Guillen, Nahid Khodakarami, Chris Laakso, and Katherine Thompson. Also in attendance were Zenna, Maranda, Sharon, and Lonnita from The Arc SF. Our speaker was Captain Anne McIntyre. Welcome to all!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 21, 2025: Captain Anne McIntyre from the San Francisco Bar Pilots
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 20, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 6:32 PM and called to order our Club's monthly Evening Meeting at MoMo's. Tonight's audience was the largest to date: 40 people attended! Visiting Rotarians and Guests This evening's Visiting Rotarians were Betsy Chafcouloff and Maggie Snyder from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro and Johnny Scopazzi from the Rotary Club of San Rafael. Our guests were Maria Barrera, Josh Chan, Lily Dales, Pooja Dolas, Dana Jemison, Suhani Kamdar, Nahid Khodakarami, Tommy Lynn Moreau, LaJuan Payne, Siddhant Sancheti, and Timothy Tucker.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 16, 2025
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Posted by Bob Hermann and Dan Joraanstad on Jan 14, 2025
After months of planning and preparation, the Stars, Stripes, and Songs Fun-Raiser took place on Saturday, January 11, 2025. The afternoon began with hot and cold, savory appetizers and refreshing beverages spread out over three rooms. Guests enjoyed the food, the drinks, the fellowship, and the opportunity to browse and bid on the silent auction items. The musical program kicked off with high energy during the second hour of the Fun-Raiser. President Bob Hermann energized the crowd with a warm welcome and inspiring opening remarks and expressed deep gratitude to those who donated. Then, Dan Joraanstad, keeping with the Stars and Stripes theme, delivered a heart-warming rendition of America the Beautiful, followed by the lively Hoe-Down from Copland's Rodeo. The excitement continued as Rick Harrell picked up the guitar and taught the crowd, via call and response, how to sing the spiritual Wade in the Water. Then with the same tune, but in a dramatic re-interpretation of Wade in the Water for piano, Dan played Troubled Waters by Margaret Bond. After a brief intermission to allow guests to place their final bids at the Silent Auction, the atmosphere soared as Rick Harrell, joined by the masterful pianist Frank Johnson, took the stage for an unforgettable medley of timeless hits from the Great American Songbook. The audience joined in the concluding Irving Berlin hit God Bless America.  
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Stars, Stripes, and Songs Fun-Raiser a Success
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Bob Hermann and Dan Joraanstad
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2025-01-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jan 08, 2025
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM on January 7, 2025 and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom. Thought of the Day Past President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) read today's Thought of the Day which was "And now we welcome the new year, full of things that have never been." Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were District 5150 Governor Steve Wright from the Rotary Club of Pacifica, Jean Batman from the Rotary Club of Novato Sunrise, and John Cassidy from the Rotary Club of Yuba City. Our guests were Ahna Azevedo, Anne Marie Forbus, Esther Green, Ildiko Polony, Michelle Pommier, and Vincent Schwab. Our speaker was Festus Ezeli. Welcome to all!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 7, 2025: Festus Ezeli - An American Story of Sports, Education, and Opportunity
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Posted by Timothy Hornbecker on Jan 05, 2025
Tim Hornbecker, Clifford Phillips, and Maurice Rivers (who are all members of our Club's DEI Committee) attended the Kwanzaa celebration and dinner hosted by the OMI Cultural Participation Project on December 27, 2024. As one of the Celebration's coordinators, Maurice was interviewd by ABC 7 News. Maurice also reserved an information table for Rotary where our Club was able to distribute handouts and share our purpose, our meetings, and our service projects here and around the world. Many visited our table, including members from the Glad Tidings Baptist Church where Clifford was a member. Throughout the evening, it seemed that everyone knew Clifford. The Kwanzaa celebration includes the lighting of seven candles in seven days to celebrate Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith. The vendors from the community with their own small businesses were an example of the fourth candle, Cooperative Economics, by building and maintaining their own stores, shops, and other businesses to profit together.
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Kwanzaa Celebration
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Timothy Hornbecker
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2025-01-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 05, 2025
Congratulations to Larry Booth! He is Rotary District 5150's Rotarian of the Month for October 2024. For various reasons, a Rotarian of the Month was not announced in the District's October newsletter. However, we are more than excited to honor Larry this month and every month! Read the full story here.
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October 2024 District Rotarian of the Month
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2025-01-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 01, 2025
Happy New Year! A new year brings a new start and an opportunity to create new memories. Anita Stangl began 2025 with an Open House for Rotarians and friends. Those who attended enjoyed fellowship, great food (had to delay our diet for one more day), and laughter. Thank you, Anita, for this delightful event to begin a new year.
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A Great Way to Start 2025
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Dora Dye
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2025-01-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Matthew Madsen and Frank Yoke on Dec 30, 2024
Tis the season to give! On December 20, 2024, the Rotary Club of San Francisco participated once again in the Red Kettle Campaign on Union Square to raise funds so that the Salvation Army can support their feeding, housing, clothing, and drug addiction programs in San Francisco. Rotarians who rang the bell included Ann Daugherty, President Bob Hermann, Past President Tim Hornbecker, Major Matt Madsen, Margaret Miley, Past District Governor Eric Schmautz, and President-Elect Frank Yoke. Rotarians Nancy Graydon and Dan Joraanstad stopped by to show project support.  Major Matt Madsen, who works for the Salvation Army and is an active member of our Club, expressed appreciation by saying, "When the Rotary Club of San Francisco rings the bells next to the iconic Red Kettle, they are showing what it means to build goodwill and better friendships through doing something beneficial to all concerned. This partnership is the embodiment of the Four-Way Test that each Rotarian strives to achieve on a daily basis." With Service Above Self at the core of both Rotary and the Salvation Army, we are united in our mission to strengthen our community through compassion and care. See more photos here.
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Ringing the Bell to Support Our Community
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Matthew Madsen and Frank Yoke
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2024-12-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 30, 2024
Since 2010, Rotary District 5150 has been offering a leadership training program to Rotarians, Rotaractors, and Interactors called Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS). The training is not only dedicated to Rotary but has a steep foundation for leadership in the “real world” as well, and is a win/win for all. PRLS was started by Betsy Koefoed, PDG Bill Koefoed, and Michael Ford, who were all former members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Bill went on to become a District Governor in Rotary District 5150. All three remain active members in Rotary. As a graduate of this program, I can say that the skills I learned have helped me in my career, my work in Rotary, and my interactions with others. In our Club, the following have graduated from the entire series; you can join this honor roll: 2011: Carrie LaBriola (former member) 2012: David Dye and Stephanie Schmautz 2013: Michael Mustacchi (deceased) 2014: Eric Schmautz 2017: Rhonda Poppen (former member) 2020: Susan Dean (former member) and Dora Dye 2021: Bob Hermann and Christopher Wiseman 2022: Mary Liu and Sunny Singh 2023: Ann Daugherty 2024: Ozan Yasavur and Frank Yoke. The first course starts on January 25, 2025. Registration information is here. Our Club will reimburse a member for the cost to attend each class in the series after that member has completed a class.
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Leadership Training for Rotarians
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Dora Dye
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2024-12-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted on Dec 30, 2024
You are invited to the 2025 Rotary Peace Conference on January 24-26, 2025, in Sonoma County's stunning wine country at the DoubleTree Inn, Rohnert Park, CA. This multi-district event brings together global leaders in peacebuilding to inspire and empower you with practical strategies to create a more peaceful world.
One of the key speakers will be our own Heidi Kuhn. Heidi is the Founder of Roots of Peace, a proud member of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, and an Honorary Member of the Rotary Club of San Rafael, where she served as a Rotary Exchange Student to the Rotary Club of Utsunomiya, Japan in 1975. She was a 2024 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee.
Registration and more information on the Peace Conference can be found here If you have questions regarding the Conference, please contact PDG Gary ChowHeidi and her son, Tucker (also a Rotarian in our Club), will have a booth at the Conference. If you are interested in helping to staff this booth, please contact Heidi
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Multi-District Peace Conference
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2024-12-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Dec 26, 2024
The Membership Committee announces the following departures: - Bal Raj Capur
- Joseph Cresalia
- Carmel Finnerty
- Niko Kowell
- Janine Padilla.
We wish them well in their next endeavors.
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Membership News: December 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-12-26 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Dec 25, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco met on December 17, 2024 at the Westin St. Francis Hotel for our Holiday Party and Annual Meeting. The Welcome Reception included a photo booth, displays by several of our community partners, and of course, champagne. Guests brought toys that were donated to Family House.  President Bob Hermann welcomed the many members and guests to the party and meeting. Rick Harrell then entertained us with a combined version of Jingle Bells and the Dreidel Song, and guests were encouraged to sing along. President Bob recognized our many community and international partners in attendance, describing how our Club supports their services financially and with hands-on volunteers. He also recognized those members in the Club who are affiliated with each of the organizations and thanked them for their support.
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Highlights from the 2024 Holiday Party and Annual Meeting
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Stacey Poole
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2024-12-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 18, 2024
Earlier this year, the Board of Directors of both our Club and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) nominated Scott Plakun as the next Bru Brunnier Fellow. Scott was approved once the requirements were met and was honored at the Holiday Party and Annual Meeting on December 17, 2024 when SFRF President Christopher presented the plaque to Scott. Keeping this a secret from Scott was a challenge, but we managed to do so until the day that the award was presented to him. Scott joined our Club in 1992. He has served as Club President, as Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and on the Board multiple times. Scott manages our Club's technology and was the Grindings Editor for five years until 2020. He has been a mentor to many new and continuing members. We are truly grateful for all that Scott has done for our Club and Rotary. He is most deserving of this honor. History of this Award Henry J. "Bru" Brunnier was a charter member of the Rotary Club of San Francisco. He went on to become our Club President from 1913-1914 and Rotary International President from 1952-1953. Known throughout the world as an industrial engineer, Bru designed San Francisco's Bay Bridge and structures in San Francisco, including the Russ, Standard Oil, Shell, Federal Reserve, Clift Hotel, Masonic Temple, and Zellerbach Buildings. He was a construction consultant for the U.S. Army and Navy during World Wars I and II.
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New Bru Brunnier Fellow
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Dora Dye
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2024-12-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 17, 2024
The 2024 Annual Meeting of the Rotary Club of San Francisco was called to order by President Bob Hermann at 1:10 p.m. on December 17, 2024. Club Secretary Nancy Graydon confirmed that proper notice had been given to the membership and certified that a quorum was present to conduct business at this meeting.
President Bob explained that in accordance with the Club's Bylaws, a Nominating Committee was established to identify the slate of candidates for open board positions for 2025-2026. The following individuals were selected:
2025-26 President: Frank R. Yoke, III 2025-26 President-Elect: Ozan Yasavur 2025-27 Club Treasurer: Gary Dales 2025-27 Club Secretary: Dora Dye 2025-27 Vice President of Youth Services: Stellie Kim
2025-27 Vice President of Club Services: Ann Daugherty
2025-27 Vice President of Public Relations/Public Image: Wendy Shew
2025-27 Vice President of Vocational Services: Hana Wang A motion was made and seconded to adopt the nominations put forth by the Nominating Committee for open board positions for 2025-2026. The motion was passed by all Club members present.
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Minutes of the 2024 Annual Meeting
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Dora Dye
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2024-12-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 15, 2024
We are approaching the end of 2024. I will be taking a break. Grindings will not be published on December 22, 2024, but will resume on December 29, 2024 when I will reflect on this past year. In the meantime, enjoy the holidays!
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A Message from Your Editor
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Dora Dye
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2024-12-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jim Patrick on Dec 11, 2024
Our Club's journey into chocolate and cookies as well as cookie making began on December 3, 2024 when Cookie Master Brennan Bowen was our speaker. From the first moment that we met Brennan and dove into the fascinating history of the chocolate chip cookie to the savoring of the delicious samples and the nuances of the tasting process, every step of the experience was a delight. The preparation and the execution of the baking were flawless, showcasing Brennan's expertise and passion. We also got history lessons and fun questions that made us think. Nestle bought the chocolate chip recipe in 1939 for $1 from Ruth Wakefield. In doing so, Nestle was allowed to print Ruth's recipe on the chocolate bar label and further give Ruth a lifetime of free chocolate that she baked with for the rest of her life.
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The Cookie Experience
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Jim Patrick
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2024-12-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Dec 10, 2024
Editor's Note: This story was released with the December 15, 2024 issue of Grindings. Since publication, this news video became available. Click here to view the video after the brief advertisement. As President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, I am incredibly proud of the work that we are doing alongside the volunteers and employees of Catholic Charities and the SF-Marin Food Bank to combat food insecurity in our City. Recently, we had the honor of being interviewed by KPIX TV at the Food Bank, where we spotlighted the impact of our partnership and the generous financial support from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation.
This funding, combined with the dedication of our members, enables us to provide essential resources and bring hope to individuals and families in need. This year, Catholic Charities is leading the initiative for our Club, which involves detailed planning, communication, and volunteer recruitment. As always, we share the outcome of the project with our Club, including photos from the experience.
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KPIX-TV Interview: Spotlight on Our Partnership with Catholic Charities and the SF-Marin Food Bank
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2024-12-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Dec 10, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called today's meeting to order right on time at 12:15 PM. He mentioned that he had just returned from this KPIX-TV interview.  Visiting Rotarians and GuestsToday's Visiting Rotarians were Rhonda Poppen — Past President of our Club and now a member of the Rotary Club of Sacramento, Clif Thomas — a past member of our Club, and Buncha Patchana from the Rotary Club of Bangkok Ratchadapisek. Today's guests were Kwanchai Channoo, Father Andres Emmanuelli from St. Vincent de Paul of San Francisco, Inika Mehra, and Patcharada Promprasert. Our speaker was Karl Robillard. Welcome to all! Thank You to the Hotel Nikko President Bob invited the Hotel Nikko kitchen and wait staff to join us. The audience gave the staff a round of applause for their wonderful service every week, and President Bob had a gift for each of them. Thought of the Day Peter Logan (Law: Insurance | Peter Logan Law Offices) read today's Thought of the Day which was "What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal."
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 10, 2024: Karl Robillard and the GLIDE Foundation
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Larry Booth
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2024-12-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley and Todd St Vrain on Dec 10, 2024
To get our Club into the holiday spirit, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Tim Hornbecker arranged for an evening of dinner and attendance at a performance by the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC).
On December 7, 2024, the evening began with a delightful dinner at Lers Ros Thai, where the food was as delicious as it was fun. In attendance were Lisa Christian and her husband — Charlie, Milo Hanke, President Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, Margaret Miley, Todd St Vrain, Merve Yasavur, and Ozan Yasavur. Even though Margaret went to the wrong Ler Ros Thai (Did you know there are three in the City?), dinner was made with the speed of Uber! The vibrant atmosphere set the perfect tone for the rest of the evening.
Following dinner, the group moved to the Sydney Goldstein Theater for the highly anticipated holiday concert by the SFGMC. The performance was a beautiful celebration of diversity, featuring music that spanned the rich traditions of Hanukkah, Christmas, Winter Solstice, and more. The concert provided not only stunning music but also choreography, dancing, and an abundance of joy and frolicking around the stage that reflected the spirit of the season.
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Rotarians Celebrate Diversity and the Holidays at an Evening with the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus
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Margaret Miley and Todd St Vrain
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2024-12-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Dec 03, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) welcomed Rotarians and today's speaker — Brennan Bowen. Thought of the Day Bridget Mahoney (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF) read today's Thought of the Day which was "In a world facing complex challenges, service is the simplest yet most profound way to bridge and conquer divides." A Look Back President Bob reflected on the work that our Club accomplished in the first six months of his presidency. In addition to the fun social events, our Members have participated in RYLA, Club Visioning, the DEI Film Festival, PRLS, Rotary Meadow, San Francisco/Marin Food Bank, Heroes Voices, Emergency Services Day, an Alliance for Smiles mission, Rotary Jeopardy, Homeless Prenatal Program, the Alzheimer's Walk, Friendsgiving, The Arc Thanksgiving, Rotaplast, and Family House.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 3, 2024: Brennan Bowen, Chocolate and the Cookie It Made Famous
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Stacey Poole
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2024-12-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Barbara Streett on Dec 01, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco continued its long-standing tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving by providing a warm holiday meal to the participants of The Arc San Francisco. This year, a total of 470 meals were prepared for both The Arc participants and staff at their San Francisco and Burlingame Centers, ensuring that everyone could experience the joy of a festive Thanksgiving meal.
Leading this special project was Past President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and Past District 5150 Governor, Eric Schmautz, along with John Scopazzi from the Rotary Club of San Rafael. Together, they organized the preparation of hot, delicious meals with a Thanksgiving theme for those in need from The Arc community facing food insecurity. Larry Booth, Sue Robbins, and Todd St Vrain joined PDG Eric and John to do the cooking.
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Rotary Club of San Francisco Celebrates Thanksgiving with The Arc San Francisco
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Barbara Streett
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2024-12-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Nov 23, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) welcomed Rotarians and guests to our Evening Meeting at MoMo's on November 21, 2024. Due to the success of the Evening Meeting Pilot Program, the Board of Directors agreed to continue the monthly Evening Meeting through President Bob's Rotary year. President Bob and Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) passed out lemons from their yard for all to enjoy.  Member MomentMary Gorski (Retired) led the Member Moment. She introduced herself as a new member of our Club. Mary has a long history of volunteering and joined our Club to explore new volunteer opportunities. She is drawn toward maternal health and RYLA. Vocationally, Mary has worked in real estate, as a yoga instructor, and as a book seller. She has three adult daughters and enjoys living an active lifestyle. Welcome to the Club, Mary, and thanks for sharing your story! Christopher Wiseman (San Francisco Rotary Foundation) talked about the recent service project at Family House. See full story here. The next opportunity to volunteer at Family House will be in spring 2025.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS: November 21, 2024
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Stacey Poole
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2024-11-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Nov 20, 2024
Rotary Service, Inc. The Trustees of Rotary Service, Inc. met on October 29, 2024 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 4:05 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Stephen Geisheker, Tim Hornbecker, Bridget Mahoney, Maureen O’Shea, President Bob Hermann, Immediate Past President Sunny Singh, Nancy Graydon, Darlene Wilson, Ozan Yasavur, Christopher Wiseman, and President-Elect Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were: Dan Davies, Margaret Miley, and Todd St Vrain. Our guests were JT Forbus and Executive Secretary Dora Dye. Minutes The Trustees approved the amended July 23, 2024 Service, Inc. minutes as follows: - A unanimous vote to approve Club Board members as Trustees of Rotary Service, Inc., effective July 1, 2024
- A unanimous vote to approve retroactively all decisions and/or motions made by Trustees of Rotary Service Inc., beginning on July 1, 2024.
The Trustees approved the September 24, 2024 minutes.
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October 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-11-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Nov 18, 2024
Recently, members and friends of the Rotary Club San Francisco volunteered at Family House. We had the privilege of spending time in a place that embodies true compassion. Family House provides complimentary housing, meals, and support to families with children receiving critical treatment at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. It is not just a place to stay; it is a sanctuary of care and stability for families. In addition to a $5,000 grant from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, we contributed volunteer hours by helping with cleaning, restocking, and serving dinner. Each task was a small part of creating a space where families can focus on being together. Family House will also be the beneficiary of the Toy Drive for the Rotary Club of San Francisco’s Annual Holiday Party on December 17, 2024.
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Family House: Recent Service Project and Toy Drive
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Christopher Wiseman
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2024-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dan Joraanstad and Peter Lagarias on Nov 16, 2024
A dynamic, Saturday evening gala at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco on November 15, 2024 showcased the life-changing work of Rotaplast International, Inc. Rotaplast is a global organization providing medical care to children with cleft lip and/or palate, burn scarring, or other deformities. This organization initiated as a world community service project of the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1992-1993. Ten Club members and their spouse attended the first mission in La Serena, Chile in January 1993. Included in this group were Angelo and Louise Capozzi, Kay Clarke, Peter and Elaine Lagarias, Charles and Sandra Massen, Jim and Jo Patrick, and Rosey Wong. Rotaplast Co-Founders Dr. Angelo Capozzi, MD, and Peter Lagarias, Esq. reflected on the creation of Rotaplast, the many missions that they have been on (more than 90 missions for Angelo), and their ongoing commitment to the cause. Both met as Rotarians with the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Peter became past president of our Club and went on to become a Past District Governor of Rotary District 5150. Angelo is now a member of the Rotary Club of Tiburon/Belvedere. Joining Angelo and Peter were Executive Director Daniel DeSanto and Medical Team Coordinator Evelyn Abad. Both Daniel and Evelyn are also members of our Rotary Club; they shared updates on Rotaplast's current projects and how the organization has adapted in the post-pandemic world.
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Rotaplast International Gala: Passport to the Philippines
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Dan Joraanstad and Peter Lagarias
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2024-11-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Nov 15, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He noted that today was the anniversary of the founding of our Club in 1908. Today's Guests Our guests were Erick Brown, Eric Eisenman, Fiorela Martinez, Erica Nave, and Tonja Sagun. Our speaker was Meghan Freebeck. Welcome to all! Thought of the Day Anil Bhargava (Economist | Banyan Consulting) read today's Thought of the Day by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: “Everyone can be great, because everyone can serve.”
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 12, 2024: Meghan Freebeck, Basic Needs in a Challenging World
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Frank Yoke
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2024-11-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 14, 2024
In addition, we will offer Club meetings on Tuesdays at lunch or on Thursday once a month in the evening. The next Evening Meeting is on Thursday, November 21. Please check our Club Calendar for Committee meetings and other activities to come. Many of our Committees are looking for additional members.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2024-11-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Nov 09, 2024
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the Board of Directors: 2025-26 President: Frank R. Yoke, III 2025-26 President-Elect: Ozan Yasavur 2025-27 Club Treasurer: Gary Dales 2025-27 Club Secretary: Dora Dye 2025-27 Vice President of Youth Services: Stellie Kim
2025-27 Vice President of Club Services: Ann Daugherty
2025-27 Vice President of Public Relations/Public Image: Wendy Shew
2025-27 Vice President of Vocational Services: Hana Wang All Club members are invited to attend the Annual Meeting, to be held at the Holiday Party on December 17, 2024, to vote on these nominations. Thank you to the following members who served on this year's Nominating Committee: Frank Yoke (Committee Chair), Ann Daugherty, David Dye, JT Forbus, Bob Hermann, Mary Liu, Scott Plakun, Wendy Shew, Sunny Singh, Lisa Stark, and Christopher Wiseman.
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Report from the Nominating Committee
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Frank Yoke
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2024-11-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Nov 06, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:16 PM. As today was Election Day, he asked the audience if everyone had voted. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Jorma Rättö from the Rotary Club of Hyvinkää in Finland. Joining Jorma was his partner, Taina. Other guests were Jennifer Jaime, Emily Matey, Eric Sleigh, Christina Smith, and Chan Tan. Our speaker was Aditi Desai. Welcome to all! Flag Exchange President Bob exchanged Rotary flags with Jorma Rättö. Thought of the Day Sue Robbins (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF) read today's Thought of the Day by Mitch Albom: “Family is about love and support. This is part of what a family is about, not just love. It's knowing that your family will be there watching out for you.”
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 5, 2024: Aditi Desai, California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
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2024-11-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Oct 31, 2024
Rotary Service, Inc. The Trustees of Rotary Service, Inc. met on September 24, 2024 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 4:03 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Stephen Geisheker, Tim Hornbecker, Margaret Miley, Maureen O’Shea, President Bob Hermann, Immediate Past President Sunny Singh, Nancy Graydon, Christopher Wiseman, and President-Elect Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were: Dan Davies, Bridget Mahoney, Darlene Wilson, Ozan Yasavur, Gary Dales, and Todd St Vrain. Our guests were Mary Liu and Executive Secretary Dora Dye. Minutes The Trustees approved the July 23, 2024 minutes. There were no minutes from August 20, 2024 due to the District Governor's visit on that day.
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September 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-10-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Oct 31, 2024
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on July 23, 2024 via Zoom. President Bob Hermann called his first meeting to order at 4:01 PM. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Tim Hornbecker, Margaret Miley, Maureen O’Shea, President Bob Hermann, Immediate Past President Sunny Singh, Darlene Wilson, Ozan Yasavur, Nancy Graydon, and President-Elect Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were: Dan Davies, Stephen Geisheker, Bridget Mahoney, and Todd St Vrain. Our guests were San Francisco Rotary Foundation President Christopher Wiseman, Executive Secretary Dora Dye, and Dan Joraanstad. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the June 25, 2024 minutes.
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July 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-10-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Oct 29, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidate for individual membership into our Club: Anil Bhargava (Economist | Banyan Consulting). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed addition to our membership.
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Membership News: October 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-10-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Oct 28, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 6:35 PM and called to order our Club's fourth evening meeting at MoMo's. He welcomed everyone in the audience and noted that today (October 24, 2024) was Rotary's annual World Polio Day. Rotarians around the world use this day as an opportunity to showcase the status of the eradication effort and to reiterate steps that need to be taken to ultimately achieve a lasting world free of all polioviruses. President Bob reported that currently 55 cases of polio have occurred in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Visiting Rotarians and Guests This evening's Visiting Rotarians were Volodymyr Goshylyk from the Rotary Club of Berkeley and Jean Akide from the Rotary Club of Nairobi. Our guests were Jennifer Braschayko, Mary Gorski, Claudia Gonzalvez, Howard Hill, Albert Lee, Elena Lee, Lisa Lee, Lydia Patterson, Henry Rubin, Eric Sleigh, and Kevin Tran. Family House Tonight's well attended meeting followed on the heels of an afternoon tour of Family House down the street on Mission Bay Boulevard North led by Chief Development Officer Michele Martinez Reese from Family House and Past President Christopher Wiseman from our Club. Family House serves as a home away from home for families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses by providing physical comfort and emotional support, free from financial concerns. This Rotary year our Club awarded Family House a $5,000 grant to fund the Family House Dinner Program.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 24, 2024
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2024-10-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Oct 24, 2024
In an inspiring display of community spirit, our Club members, along with Rotarians from District 5150, came together for the San Francisco Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 19, 2024. A standout moment of the day was our Club’s enthusiastic participation. Dressed in our custom bright neon yellow vests, our members were a symbol of unity and commitment, instantly recognizable throughout the event. In fact, our Club members proudly led the walk procession!
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Together We Made a Difference: A Successful Walk to End Alzheimer’s
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2024-10-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 23, 2024
Emergency Services Day (ESD) honors those who protect and support our City and Bay. The Honorees for the 2024 Emergency Services Day held on October 22, 2024 were: Deputy Patrick Dungo of the San Francisco Sheriff's Office; Emergency Medical Technician José Hernandez-Onofre and Paramedic Eric Soto of the San Francisco Fire Department; Officer Vincent Masilang of the San Francisco Police Department; and Boatswain's Mate First Class Chuck Baldwin of the United States Coast Guard. Each became a hero for either saving a human life or protecting our community.
This year's ESD drew Rotarians from our Club — the Rotary Club of San Francisco — AND from the Rotary Clubs of Belmont-Redwood Shores, Half Moon Bay, Menlo Park, Pacifica, San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco Greater Mission, San Francisco South of Market, and across the ocean from Bologna-Felsineo in Italy. Our special guests were the Honorees mentioned above, their family members, and their command teams.
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2024 Emergency Services Day: Honoring Bravery and Service
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2024-10-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Oct 15, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) opened today's meeting at 12:15 PM and asked members to be kind to each other. Visiting Rotarian and Guest Today's Visiting Rotarian was Volodymyr Goshylyk from the Rotary Club of Berkeley. Our speaker was Sasha Vasilyuk. Thought of the Day Today's Thought of the Day by C. JoyBell C. was “Where there is kindness, there is goodness. Where there is goodness, there is magic.”
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 8, 2024: Sasha Vasilyuk and Ukrainian Stories from World War II to Today
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Frank Yoke
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2024-10-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Oct 06, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thelma-Jeanne (TJ) Taylor on September 6, 2024. TJ joined Rotary on January 6, 1987 and was a member of our Club from January 6, 1987 to December 31, 2008. Looking back at history, this means that TJ joined Rotary when women were first allowed. While in our Club, TJ was very active and a model Rotarian. You can read more about TJ here. She is survived by her husband, Curtis, who was a member of our Club from January 17, 1978 to June 30, 2010. TJ and Curtis met each other at our Rotary Club.
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Remembering Thelma-Jeanne (TJ) Taylor
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2024-10-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Oct 03, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 12:17 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Werner Sattleger from the Rotary Club of Klagenfurt-Lindwurm in Austria, Camille Newbern from the Rotary Club of San Diego, Volodymyr Goshylyk from the Rotary Club of Berkeley, Kerry Wood from the Rotary Club of Sacramento, our own past president Rhonda Poppen who is now a member of the Rotary Club of Sacramento, and Yuhui Guo from the Rotary Club of San Jose. Other guests included Rosa Granadillo-Schwentker, Toni Sutherland, Darlena Torres, Andy Douchin, and Jill Chan. Our speaker was Robert Schwentker. Thought of the Day Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) read today's Thought of the Day which was “…reap and ye shall sow”.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 1, 2024: Robert Schwentker and Unlocking the Power of Generative AI
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Robin Azevedo
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2024-10-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Oct 03, 2024
On October 2, 2024, we held a Welcome Party for the Club in the Community Room at Sports Basement at the Presidio. Despite the warm weather and nearby construction for the Tunnel Tops Park extension, many people showed up to learn more about the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Vice President of Membership, Margaret Miley, along with her dedicated membership team led this event. Kayla Trunecek secured the free community space for the gathering, Dan Joraanstad helped to frame the discussion topics. Dora Dye, David Dye, Margaret Miley, and Ann Daugherty facilitated the small group sessions. President Bob Hermann dropped in to listen to and engage with the different groups. He learned about the interests and thoughts of prospective members. Overall, it was a successful evening filled with open dialogue about our projects and an excellent opportunity for attendees to learn more about our Club, who we are, and what we do in our world. Go Membership!
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Recap of the October 2024 Welcome to the Club
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2024-10-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Eric Schmautz on Sep 29, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) welcomed everyone either at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko or online. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was our own past president Rhonda Poppen who is now a member of the Rotary Club of Sacramento. Our guest was Benjamin Werner. Our speaker was Paula West, and her guest was Adam Shulman. Thought of the Day Lisa Stark (Communications & Media) read today's Thought of the Day by Aretha Franklin: "Being the Queen is not all about singing, and being a diva is not all about singing. It has much to do with your service to people. And your social contributions to your community and your civic contributions as well."
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 17, 2024: Jazz and Cabaret with Paula West and Adam Shulman
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2024-09-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Sep 26, 2024
Environmental Project Funded Congratulations to Club Members Caitlyn Eller and Yana Sharma for securing a $1,000 grant from Rotary District 5150 for an exciting environmental project. The project will be in collaboration with the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro who also secured a $1,000 grant from Rotary District 5150. This hands-on, educational event will explore the vital role of insects in our ecosystem. Participants will build and paint insect houses, taste bee-produced foods, and hear from 2-4 guest speakers on topics like bees, insects, and their impact on local and international communities. All including youth are encouraged to participate. Stay tuned for more details. Membership Dues Reminder We appreciate your commitment to our Club! If your membership dues are current, thank you, and feel free to skip the rest of this message. Timely payment of dues is crucial for sustaining our Club and supporting our initiatives. Your dues cover: - Rotary International Membership: Access to resources and training.
- District 5150 Dues: Local training and oversight.
- Administrative Costs: Essential operational expenses, like accounting, administration, software.
To ease payment, we offer flexible plans — monthly and quarterly — managed by our Club Treasurer, Gary Dales. For your convenience, you can easily find the payment option that suits your needs on our Club’s websiteFor annual dues, we prefer payments at the beginning of the year. Timely payments help us to manage expenses effectively and strengthen our community. If you need assistance or wish to pay by check or phone, please contact President Bob Hermann or Treasurer Gary Dales Thank you for your ongoing support of our Rotary mission!
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News from our Club
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Bob Hermann
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2024-09-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye and Bob Hermann on Sep 25, 2024
On Friday, September 20, 2024, the following Rotarians and friends gathered for a potluck and a game of Rotary Jeopardy. Tonight's contestants were the following teams: Paul Harris' Heroes (consisting of Walt Gladwin and Shari Teresi from the Rotary Club of Millbrae and David Dye and Mary Liu from the Rotary Club of San Francisco); Arch Klumph's Kingpins (consisting of Dora Dye and Dan Joraanstad from the Rotary Club of San Francisco, Anna Yang from the Rotary Club of San Francisco West, and our guest, Henry Rubin); and Steve Wright's Wizards (consisting of Lisa Stark from the Rotary Club of San Francisco, Deirdri Gladwin and Frank Seebode from the Rotary Club of Millbrae, and our guest, Ami Seebode). Our Jeopardy host was Joe Teresi (aka Guy Smiley) from the Rotary Club of Millbrae. Like the game that we watch on television, there were three rounds: Jeopardy!, Double Jeopardy!, and Final Jeopardy! The tension was high among the three teams.
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Rotary Jeopardy: Oh, what fun
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Dora Dye and Bob Hermann
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2024-09-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Sep 24, 2024
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on August 20, 2024. President Bob Hermann called the meeting to order at 10:30 AM. President-elect Frank Yoke recorded the minutes due to the absence of Secretary Nancy Graydon. In attendance were Maureen O'Shea, Sunny Singh, Ozan Yasavur, President Bob Hermann, Todd St Vrain, Bridget Mahoney, Gary Dales, Darlene Wilson, Stephen Geisheker, Margaret Miley, and President-elect Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Nancy Graydon, Tim Hornbecker, and Dan Davies. Today’s guests were District Governor Steve Wright and Assistant Governor Erik Scheller.
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August 2024 Board Highlights
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Frank Yoke
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2024-09-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Sep 24, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidate for individual membership into our Club: Mary Gorski (Retired). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed addition to our membership.
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Membership News: September 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-09-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 21, 2024
We just held the third of our new series of Thursday evening meetings, and they continue to be a success! Starting around 6 PM on September 19, members and guests gathered at MoMo’s across from the Giants Stadium. MoMo’s offered a curtained-off section, providing a perfect setting for our group. The space was both roomy and visually appealing with views of the street and the ballpark. The restaurant was equipped with a video display, ideal for our meeting slides. While we forgot the “dongle” needed for connectivity, the attentive staff saved the day by streaming the slides from an Apple iPhone to a Windows screen without a hitch — just another example of their excellent service. A reminder for Thursdays: you only pay for what you order in terms of food and drink. The menu is delicious! I’ve enjoyed MoMo’s seafood salad and Cobb salad in the past, and this week, the fish tacos were a home run for me. The evening began casually, with members trickling in to enjoy happy hour and catch up. It was a very relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 19, 2024
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-09-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by La Carre Ivy on Sep 17, 2024
San Francisco's Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) with the support of the Rotary Club of San Francisco recently hosted a graduation ceremony for expectant mothers. The theme was Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Families gathered with hope to celebrate their soon-to-be arrival.
The graduation celebration kicked off with excitement as Club member Darlene Wilson from Catholic Charities in San Francisco organized fun games, bringing joy and camaraderie among the mothers. Their laughter transformed the event into a celebration of new beginnings.
Meanwhile, I helped with food distribution, feeling humbled by the opportunity to support these women. Handing out plates and refreshments, I felt honored to be a part of their journey, offering not just food, but a reminder that they were seen and valued.
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Homeless Prenatal Program Graduation Ceremony: The Joy of Giving Hope
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La Carre Ivy
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2024-09-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Sep 11, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 12:15 PM. Almost 40 people sat down to enjoy a meal and a jam-packed agenda either at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko or online. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Carmen Coll from the Rotary Club of Riom-Chatelguyon Puy de Dome in France. Carmen and President Bob exchanged Rotary flags. Barbara Streett (Nonprofit Administration | The Arc San Francisco) introduced her guests: Jonathan Doty and Esther Landau. Other guests included Anil Bhargava, Daniel Descola, Abbey Strabala, and Brent Cunningham. Our speaker was Rachel Kamen. Thought of the Day Wendy Shew (Nonprofit Administration | Building Education) read today's Thought of the Day by T.S. Eliot: "Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go."
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 10, 2024: Rachel Kamen, Autonomous Transport and Why San Francisco is the best test case
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Robin Azevedo
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2024-09-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Elizabeth Valdez Driskill on Sep 11, 2024
On Saturday, September 7, 2024, the following members of our Club: Elizabeth Driskill, President Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, and Emily Borland along with three non-Rotarians volunteered at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. We partook in assembling dry goods for families and seniors across two counties. The Food Bank divided the group into different sections to work on an assembly line. Our tasks included assembling boxes, restocking dry food cans and grains for the front assembly team, packing food, moving boxes, and organizing pallets.
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Rotarians Volunteered at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank
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Elizabeth Valdez Driskill
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2024-09-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 09, 2024
On September 5, 2024, the Rotary Revealed Series, Part 2 provided an overview of the Club's Visioning process. This initiative will help establish our Club's goals for the next three years. President Bob Hermann kicked things off by recounting that earlier this year, through surveys, Zoom meetings, and in-person conferences, he led the Club in discussions on the most important objectives for the upcoming years. President Bob highlighted the four guiding themes shaping our discussion: Impact, Reach, Engage, and Adapt. Guiding Themes: - Impact: The effect or influence we have on people and communities.
- Reach: How far our message and service extend.
- Engage: Connecting with each other and our communities.
- Adapt: Responding to changes in our environment and the people we serve.
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Rotary Revealed: Club Visioning Results
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-09-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Aug 30, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidates for individual membership into our Club: Munkhbaatar "Mugi" Begzjav (Govermental Relations | Consulate General of Mongolia) Jennifer Braschayko (Strategic Negotiations | Google). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership. The Membership Committee announces the following departure: Matthew Ramirez has left our Club.
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Membership News: August 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-08-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Aug 29, 2024
We’re excited to reflect on our recent Rotary Revealed session, which provided a fantastic opportunity to explore various facets of our Club and Rotary. During our first session, we heard directly from the project leaders and committee participants about their experiences with several of our key projects. We covered initiatives such as The Arc San Francisco Entrepreneurship, Thanksgiving Service at The Arc SF, our Club's Bike Build, Emergency Services Day, Family House, SF/Marin Food Bank, and the Homeless Prenatal Program, among others. Here are the slides. To ensure we continue to make the most of these sessions and encourage active volunteerism, remember to keep the following in mind for future events: - Notify President Bob Hermann of your event in advance so that announcements to and awareness of the Club can occur.
- Share event dates with Dora Dye as soon as known for proper calendaring and registration.
We’re looking forward to more engaging discussions and insights in our next session on Club Visioning on Thursday, September 5 at 6 PM. Please register here. Stay tuned for more updates!
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ROTARY REVEALED Highlights: Our 2024-2025 Club Projects
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2024-08-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 27, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 6:40 PM and called to order our Club's second evening meeting at MoMo's. He welcomed everyone in the audience. Visiting Rotarians and Guests This evening's Visiting Rotarian was Janet Leiva from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro. Our guests were Jennifer Braschayko, Mary Gorski, Robin Katsaros, Maggie Snyder, Eduardo Solaeche, and Calie Tsui. Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) Vice President of Youth Development Todd St Vrain (Education: Administration | University of Melbourne) gave a recap of the 2024 RYLA Camp — the largest camp in our history. The audience also watched a short video on the activities at RYLA.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 22, 2024
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Dora Dye
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2024-08-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Aug 23, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 12:14 PM and began today's meeting at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He welcomed those online and those attending in person and noted that the photos featured on today's slides came from his and Dan Joraanstad's (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) garden. President Bob encouraged Club members to share their favorite photos. Thought of the Day Allan Herzog (Financial Services: Advising | Wells Fargo Advisors) read today's Thought of the Day by former President John F. Kennedy: "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 20, 2024: District Governor Steve Wright
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Frank Yoke
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2024-08-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Aug 22, 2024
Reflecting on the past two months, I am proud of our Club's progress. Our July visioning sessions will shape our Club’s future. We’re eager to share the results with you on a Zoom session on September 5. Please register here to learn about our Master Plan and the next steps. It’s important! We also achieved significant progress with our once a month evening meeting at MoMo’s. This new format has been successful. It provides an option for those unable to attend lunch meetings and attracts potential new members. It also provides partnering opportunities with other Rotary clubs. Our Club leadership supported the largest-ever Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) in Scotts Valley, with excellent participation from our members and other Rotary clubs to lead and support this effort. In August, we provided scholarships to several young adults, who were themselves RYLA attendees and are now emerging leaders. The poignant conversations from the scholars highlighted the profound impact of these financial gifts on their lives.
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From the President's Desk
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2024-08-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 14, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 12:15 PM and began today's meeting at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He welcomed those online and those attending in person. He also shared today's agenda. Thought of the Day Lisa Stark (Communications & Media) read today's Thought of the Day by Anne Frank: "No one has ever become poor by giving. The true measure of a person's wealth is not how much they have, but how much they give." Red Badge Completed Sue Robbins (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF) and Yana Sharma (Software Sales | IBM) completed their red badge requirements and are now full members of our Club. Congratulations to Sue and Yana!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 13, 2024: Susan Tipton, Bucking the Trend with White French Rhône Wines in Lodi
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Dora Dye
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2024-08-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Folk on Aug 14, 2024
In the heart of Mt. Sutro Forest 900 feet above downtown San Francisco lies Rotary Meadow, filled with native plants and offering an idyllic destination for anyone seeking a brief respite from the noise and energy of our beautiful urban city that lies below. Rotary Meadow commemorates both the 100th anniversary of Rotary International as well as the role of our Rotary Club in the founding of the United Nations in San Francisco in 1945. On Saturday, August 10, 2024, Dan Davies led several Rotarians in a gardening and weeding project at Rotary Meadow. Much of the work involved cutting back non-native blackberry bushes and other invasive plants to make room for native plants so they can thrive in their natural habitat.
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Rotary Meadow - Preserving this Natural Habitat
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2024-08-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 13, 2024
History In 1985, the Rotary Club of San Francisco started Camp Enterprise, a small leadership skills weekend camp for high school students. Jim Patrick led Camp Enterprise and was soon joined by Anita Stangl, Les Andersen, and over time, other Rotarians from our Club and our District. Since then, the program grew substantially and was renamed Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA), the name that Rotary clubs around the world are using for this type of program. 2024 RYLA Camp The 38th Annual RYLA Camp was held from July 28 to August 2, 2024 at Camp Redwood Glen & Conference Center in Scotts Valley, California. This year's Camp was the largest in our history. Over 190 campers and over 20 RYLA alumni leaders participated. In addition, there were over 30 adults consisting of Rotarians and non-Rotarians leading this Camp. The adults and youth alumni arrived on Sunday, July 28, to prepare for Camp. The campers arrived on Monday in five buses from three counties: Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo. Here was a typical day at Camp:
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RYLA: Making a Difference and a Lasting Impact
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2024-08-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann and Dan Joraanstad on Aug 13, 2024
In January 2024, we participated at Rotary International’s Mega Polio Eradication Mission in India. The tour was for us ever changing and transformative to both the children we served and the people we met. See our story here. We now invite you to participate in the upcoming tours. These tours are available in October 2024. Additional tours are offered in January 2025. Please contact either one of us if you want more details or have questions.
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Rotary Trips on Polio Immunization and Projects
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Bob Hermann and Dan Joraanstad
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2024-08-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman, SFRF President on Aug 11, 2024
I am pleased to announce the members of the Board of Directors of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) who will be serving with me in 2024-2025. On the Executive Committee are Christopher Wiseman, President; Robin Azevedo, Vice President; Tom Brunner, Treasurer; and Frank Yoke, Secretary. Since Frank is also the President-Elect of our Club, he automatically becomes an Ex-Officio member of the SFRF Board along with Bob Hermann due to his role as President of our Club. The Members at Large are Emily Borland, Gary Dales, JT Forbus, Peter Logan, Mary Liu, Alisha Marfatia, Luis Moran, and Sunny Singh. The San Francisco Rotary Foundation was established in 1959. With an endowment of more than $5 million, it provided over $200,000 in grants to support Club projects for the 2024-2025 Rotary year. To learn more about SFRF, visit this page.
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Meet the 2024-2025 Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation
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Christopher Wiseman, SFRF President
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2024-08-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 07, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 12:17 PM and began today's meeting at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He welcomed those online and those attending in person. President Bob talked about the number five in the five rings of the Olympic symbol and the five practices of exemplary leadership taught at the recent RYLA camp. He also shared today's agenda. Thought of the Day Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) read today's Thought of the Day by Maria Shriver: "The simple gift of friendship is within all of our hands." We were all grateful that Anita had recovered from being sick and returned to join us. In Memoriam Today's audience observed a moment of silence in memory of 1993-1994 Past President Robert Wilhelm (whose passing was announced two weeks ago) and 2017-2018 Past President John Mathers (who passed away a year ago).
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 6, 2024: Fred Lee and Meta Thinking
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Dora Dye
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2024-08-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 26, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell at 6:35 PM and called to order our Club's first evening meeting at MoMo's. He welcomed everyone in the audience. Scott Morton, the owner of MoMo's, along with his staff joined to thank us for attending and to express how much they are looking forward to a partnership with our Club. Visiting Rotarians and Guests This evening's Visiting Rotarians were Elizabeth Chafcouloff and Janet Leiva, both from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro. Our guests were Jinan Banna, Nathan Brickley, Nona Ehyaei, Les Kimbley, Michelle Liu, Jo Patrick, and Bruce Stinson. La Carre Ivy, Elizabeth Chafcouloff, Caitlyn Eller, Yana Sharma, Margaret Miley, Dan Joraanstad, Maureen O'Shea, and Janet Leiva Ringing the Rotary Bell President Bob discussed the meaning behind the ringing of the Rotary bell. Should We Have an Evening Guest Speaker? President Bob polled the audience on the desire to have a guest speaker at our monthly Evening Meeting. The majority did not want a speaker for the Evening Meetings.
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EVENING MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 25, 2024: Our Club's First Evening Meeting
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Dora Dye
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2024-07-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Ann Daugherty and Lisa Stark on Jul 24, 2024
On Saturday, July 20, 2024, about 20 members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco along with guest Rotarians engaged in a four-hour Visioning Session. The objective was to envision our Club in 2027, three years from now, using the four steps of the Rotary Action Plan: Increasing our Ability to Adapt, Expanding our Reach, Enhancing Participant Engagement, and Increasing our Impact. These steps guided the brainstorming of diverse ideas aimed at shaping Club goals for the next three years. Led by Past District Governors Jeri Fujimoto and Ron Gin, the participants focused on reaching out to the community, ensuring inclusivity, enhancing diversity, and creating impactful projects involving as many members as possible.
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Club Visioning: Our Club in 2027
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Ann Daugherty and Lisa Stark
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2024-07-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Jul 24, 2024
Rotary Club of San FranciscoThe Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on June 25, 2024 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. Emily Borland recorded the minutes due to the absence of Secretary Nancy Graydon. In attendance were Emily Borland, Maureen O'Shea, Scott Plakun, President Sunny Singh, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur, Dan Davies, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Todd St Vrain, Bill Poppen, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Alex Omoko, Nancy Graydon, and Margaret Miley. Today’s guests were Dan Joraanstad, Caitlyn Eller, and Yana Sharma. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the May 28, 2024 minutes. Treasurer’s Report Treasurer Bill Poppen presented the financials as of May 31, 2024. The Board unanimously approved the May 2024 financials.
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June 2024 Board Highlights
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Emily Borland
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2024-07-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jul 23, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidates for individual membership into our Club: David Folk (Banking: Management | JPMorganChase) Milo Hanke (Financial Services: Advising | Hanke & Co. Wealth Management, LLC) Kayla Trunecek (Staff Development | FTI Delta). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership. The Membership Committee announces the following departure: Margarita Baxter-Lazaro has moved to Spain and left our Club. We wish her success and happiness in her new home.
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Membership News: July 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-07-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 22, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert B. "Bob" Wilhelm on July 17, 2024 at the age of 97. He joined Rotary in Butte, California on January 1, 1959. When work took him to San Francisco in 1975, Bob became a member of the Rotary Club of San Francisco from March 30, 1976 to July 1, 2012 and served as our Club's President from 1993 to 1994. After moving to San Rafael, Past President Bob continued to be active in Rotary until 2019. Bob was the former managing director of the St. Francis Hotel. He joked that he started his job at the St. Francis “with a bang.” His very first day, escorting then-President Gerald Ford back to his motorcade, Bob heard a loud “pop” from a crowd of onlookers. The secret service quickly spirited Ford into a car and sped off, and Bob quickly realized that they had both survived an assassination attempt. More information on Bob's life and his Celebration of Life will be posted here when available. Sharing Some Memories of Robert Here are memories from some of our Club's leaders who had worked with and known Past President Bob:
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Remembering Past President Robert Wilhelm
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2024-07-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 16, 2024
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) rang the Rotary bell and began today's meeting at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He welcomed those online and those attending in person and shared today's agenda. Thought of the Day Maureen O'Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) read today's Thought of the Day by Robert Alan Aurthur: "Cultural differences should not separate us from each other, but rather cultural diversity brings a collective strength that can benefit all of humanity." Club History President Bob went over the Rotary Four-Way Test. Then, he talked about Charter Member and Past President Henry J. "Bru" Brunnier and invited nominations for Bru Brunnier Fellows.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 16, 2024: John Rothmann and the 2024 Republican National Convention
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Dora Dye
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2024-07-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jul 11, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco recently hosted an inspiring Welcome to the Club party on the third floor of the McRoskey Mattress Company, overlooking Market Street. Thanks to Robin Azevedo for supplying the abundant space. The large plate glass windows provided a kinetic view and soundscape of Market Street, with late afternoon sunlight streaming through the windows, casting a warm and inviting glow over the gathering.
The event began with an extended social period, allowing attendees to mingle, exchange ideas, and enjoy beverages and delicious bites. This relaxed atmosphere set the tone for an engaging evening where new connections were made, and fresh ideas were shared.
The evening was organized by Vice President of Membership Margaret Miley. The program commenced with Dan Joraanstad from the Membership Committee welcoming the crowd and introducing President Bob Hermann. President Bob shared his vision for the upcoming year, emphasizing the importance of service, friendship, and community engagement. Dan returned to introduce the program. The attendees formed small groups to brainstorm potential projects and social events for August, leading to a lively discussion.
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Rotary Club of San Francisco: A Warm Welcome to New and Prospective Members
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-07-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 10, 2024
District Governor Steve Wright opened today's meeting at 12:15 PM by inducting Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) as President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco. President Bob then introduced the 2024-2025 Board of Directors. DG Steve administered the oath and welcomed the new Board. Lynn Luckow watching the induction of President Bob Hermann by DG Steve Wright.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 9, 2024: President Bob Hermann
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Dora Dye
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2024-07-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Jul 10, 2024
Transformation profoundly shapes individuals and communities. Our personal journeys extend outward to others, touching lives unexpectedly. For example, the young boy who exclaimed when he saw the fresh water coming out of the pump, “It’s Magic!” created great change. His vision had a remarkable impact on our International President Stephanie Urchick, causing her and the entire world of Rotary to be aware of the magic that Rotary brings in building peace and harmony.
Here are some important examples of change that I’ve experienced with our Club, and perhaps you have as well:
- In the last two years, our Club has actively moved ahead to embrace diverse cultures and modern realities, producing numerous DEI events and bringing awareness of the value of different ways. In the same manner, we were early in the move to bring women into Rotary.
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Transformation
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Bob Hermann
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2024-07-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye, Editor on Jul 02, 2024
Happy New Rotary Year! This issue of Grindings is the first one for the new Rotary year of 2024-2025. I am writing to invite you to submit stories for publication in Grindings. We are especially interested in stories on recent Rotary events that you have attended. The deadline is every Thursday at 5 PM, and this will be a hard deadline so that I can get the issue of Grindings done in time for release on Sunday. If you miss the Thursday deadline, your story will appear in the following Sunday's issue or a future issue. Photos are welcome too, but photos alone without a story may not be published. I need a written explanation as well as identification of those in the photos. I am also following our Club's policy on photos: "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 our Club." All stories and photos must be sent to me via email only. If you have any questions, please contact me. I continue to enjoy serving as your Editor.
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A Message from the Editor
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Dora Dye, Editor
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2024-07-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Jul 01, 2024
I am thrilled and honored to address you as the newly elected President of our esteemed Rotary Club for the upcoming year. It is with immense pride that I step into this role, knowing the rich history and legacy we carry as the second oldest Rotary Club in the world. This legacy is not just a testament to our staying power but also to the remarkable dedication and impact of each member in our community. As we embark on this journey together, I am excited to share that we have a great year of projects ahead of us. Our portfolio of Club projects is backed by almost a quarter of a million dollars. The funds are sourced from our own San Francisco Rotary Foundation and District Designated Funds (DDF). These funds reflect the incredible generosity and commitment of our Club members. Such generosity is a testament to our collective desire to make a positive difference in the world through our various projects and initiatives. My presidential theme for this Rotary year, Tradition, Teaching, and Transformation, encompasses our commitment to upholding our cherished traditions, imparting knowledge, and fostering meaningful change in our community and beyond.
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President's Message
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Bob Hermann
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2024-07-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jun 30, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidates for individual membership into our Club: Tamour Khan (Website Design | Intel Corporation) Margaret "Peggy" Mathers (Network Optimization | Retired). The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has also approved the following candidate for corporate membership into our Club: Daniel DeSanto (Nonprofit Administration | Rotaplast International) as a member of the proposed corporate member - Rotaplast International. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: June 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-06-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 30, 2024
Congratulations to Heidi Thomas Kühn who has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize by the International Eurasia Press Fund, an independent and international, non-governmental organization based in Baku, Azerbaijan. Heidi is being recognized as the Founder of Roots of Peace and honored for her efforts to turn MINES TO VINES — replacing landmines with vineyards and orchards worldwide. Planting over seven million trees on former minefields, she has impacted the lives of millions of farmers and families living in war-torn lands worldwide. Heidi along with her sons, Tucker and Christian, and Roots of Peace are corporate members of our Club. Heidi's grandfather, William Thomas, was president of our Club from 1941-1942. In 1997, Heidi made a toast in her living room that the world might go from “Mines to Vines,” launching Roots of Peace The winners of Nobel Peace Prizes will be announced in October. We are rooting for Heidi!
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Heidi Kühn Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
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Dora Dye
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2024-06-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Jun 30, 2024
Hello Rotary Family! Wow! What a year it has been! As my time as President winds down, I just want to take a moment to express how truly grateful I am for each and every one of you. This journey has been unforgettable, and it's all thanks to you.
Looking back, I'm not just proud of what we've accomplished together; I'm moved by the laughter, the teamwork, and the genuine connections we've built. It wasn't just about the projects and the meetings — it was the chats, the high-fives, and the shared moments of joy that really made this year special.
Your passion and commitment have been the real driving forces behind our successes. And while I’m excited to see where our next president takes us, I'm going to cherish the memories we've made this year forever.
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President's Message
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Sunny Singh
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2024-06-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jun 28, 2024
Rotary Service, Inc. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:07 p.m. on May 28, 2024. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Emily Borland, Nancy Graydon, Mary Liu, Margaret Miley, Maureen O'Shea, Scott Plakun, President Sunny Singh, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Dan Davies, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Alex Omoko, Bill Poppen, and Todd St Vrain. Today’s guest was Dora Dye. Minutes The Trustees reviewed and approved the April 23, 2024 minutes. Treasurer's Report The Trustees reviewed and approved the April 2024 Treasurer's report. 2024 Grant RecommendationsThe following grants were approved by the Trustees unanimously for a total of $235,914.00:
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May 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-06-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jun 19, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) rang the Rotary bell and called his final meeting to order at 12:16 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Peninsula Ballroom in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Eric Bosh of the Rotary Club of Mexia, Texas; Past District Governor Gary Chow from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco; Joel Valdes from the Rotary Club of Manila, and Mary Kay Kennedy from the Rotary Club of Menlo Park who is the wife of Jim Kennedy (Interior Design | James Kennedy Design). President Sunny introduced his guests - Raymond Walia and Diana Mendoza Neri, and Maureen O’Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her guest - Eddie Espinoza. Attending online was Anne Marie Forbus who is the wife of JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco).
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 18, 2024: Celebration and Thank You to President Sunny Singh
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-06-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 11, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) rang the Rotary bell and called today's meeting to order at 12:16 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Past District Governor Jayne Hulbert from the Rotary Club of Ignacio, Gene Duffy from the Rotary Club of Ignacio, Past District Governor Gary Chow from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco, Past District Governor Mary Bates from the Rotary Club of Foster City, Past District Governor Ron Gin from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, Liz Mark from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, and Tabitha Sparks from Rotary International. Our guest was Tamour Khan, and today's speaker was David Smith.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 11, 2024: David Smith and The Next 50 Years - Golden Gate National Recreation Area
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Dora Dye
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2024-06-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 10, 2024
Congratulations to President Sunny Singh and his Board of Directors for earning the following Club Excellence awards from Rotary District 5150 in 2024: Club Service, Community Service, International Service, Vocational Service, Youth Service, Membership, and Public Image. District Governor Laine Hendricks presented the above awards to President Sunny at the District Conference on May 18, 2024.
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2024 Club Excellence Awards
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Dora Dye
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2024-06-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Jun 06, 2024
After a lively cocktail hour hosted by an anonymous and generous donor, President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) rang the Rotary bell and called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Peninsula Ballroom in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Piper Tseng from the Rotary Club of Beijing, PDG Chris Gallagher (formerly with our Rotary District 5150) and now from the West Bay Rotary Club of Camden in Maine, John Paul from the 49er Rotary Breakfast Club of Nevada City, and Carol Cox from the 49er Rotary Breakfast Club of Nevada City. President Sunny introduced his guest - Tamour Khan. Maureen O’Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her guests - Dan Riley, Mark Farrell, and Rae Sansa. Lisa Stark (Communications & Media) introduced her guest - Karen Stark. Larry Booth (Engineering: Mechanical | Frank M. Booth, Inc.) introduced his guests - Matthew Martin and Michael Phillis. Other guests were Robert Hunter, Jerry Brown, Hayley Browning, and Luis Zamora. Our guest attending online was Eric Sleigh. Our special guest was San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu. Today's speaker was D'Arcy Drollinger. D'Arcy's guests were Matt Pagel and Corey Revilla.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 4, 2024: D'Arcy Drollinger
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Robin Azevedo
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2024-06-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 30, 2024
Our Annual District Conference this year was a Multi-District Conference consisting of Districts 5150, 5180, and 5190. The theme was "Better Together", and it was better together! The Conference kicked off on late Friday, May 17, 2024 with registration. Dora Dye was the registrar for District 5150 and had the pleasure of working with the registrars from the other two Districts. The three of us had spent almost a year together to produce all of the pieces to make registration seamless. Registration: Dora Dye (District 5150), Rob Saxe (District 5180) and Tracy Kochenderfer (District 5190)
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A Recap of the 2024 Multi-District Conference
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Dora Dye
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2024-05-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on May 28, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidates for membership into our Club: Caitlyn Eller (Public Sector Consulting | Booz Allen Hamilton) Yana Sharma (Software Sales | IBM) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: May 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-05-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on May 28, 2024
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on April 23, 2024 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Emily Borland, Dan Davies, Nancy Graydon, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Scott Plakun, President Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Margaret Miley, Maureen O’Shea, Alex Omoko, and Bill Poppen. Today’s guest was Mary Liu. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the March 25, 2024 minutes.
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April 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-05-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Heidi Kuhn on May 27, 2024
Club Member Heidi Thomas Kühn paid tribute to Memorial Day which fell on Monday, May 27 this year: "In tribute to Memorial Day, we honor American veterans who died while serving in the U.S. military armed forces — a tradition which began in 1868 — as many American soldiers have tragically lost life and limb to landmines. Yet, few realize the world’s first widespread deployment of landmines took place during the Civil War (1860-1865). According to Dr. Ken Rutherford, landmine survivor who wrote the Forward to my book Breaking Ground, landmines were first used during the start of the war, when the disparity in manpower, material, and weaponry between the North and South was significant. The gap widened in the Union’s favor as the war progressed, forcing the Confederate war industry to innovate and improvise. As the conflict progressed, landmine warfare advanced commensurably, and both tactics and technology evolved to include innovative types of design and deployment.
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A Memorial Day Tribute
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Heidi Kuhn
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2024-05-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Buck Dales on May 24, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) rang the Rotary bell, called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM, and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He shared today's agenda and advised participants on in-person and Zoom best practices. Visiting Rotarians and Guests - Visiting Rotarians: We welcomed Will Russel of the Rotary Club of Adelaide. Allan Herzog (Financial Services: Advising | Wells Fargo Advisors) introduced his cousin Kramer Herzog from the Rotary Club of Ross Valley.
- Speaker: Our speaker was Kim Turner. Accompanying Kim was Ellisah Blechynden.
- Guests: Jim Patrick (Retail: Office Supplies | Patrick & Co.) introduced his wife Jo, his daughter Wendy, and his son Jamie.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 21, 2024: Kim Turner and Title IX in Sports
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Buck Dales
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2024-05-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on May 23, 2024
We just finished the 2024 District 5150 Conference in Reno from May 17-19, 2024. A full story on the Conference will appear in the June 2, 2024 issue of Grindings. Registration for the 2025 District Conference to be held in Santa Rosa has begun. Click here to read all that the Conference will offer. Register now to pay the Early Bird Rate that runs until Deccmber 14, 2024.
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2025 District 5150 Conference - Register Now and Save!
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Bob Hermann
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2024-05-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on May 15, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) rang the Rotary bell, called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM, and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. President Sunny thanked today's meeting volunteers: Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) for serving as scribe; Jim Patrick (Retail: Office Supplies | Patrick & Co.) for serving as photographer; Allan Herzog (Financial Services: Advising | Wells Fargo Advisors) for managing the microphone; Kirt Burdick of the Academy of Art University for managing the audio-visual equipment during our in-person meeting; Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) for serving as Zoom Host; Emily Borland (Engineering, Architecture, and Construction | Emily Borland Specifications), Tim Hornbecker (Nonprofit Management | Retired, The Arc CA) and Clifford Phillips (The Arc San Francisco) for serving as greeters; and Assistant Governor David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired) for doing check-in at the Hotel Nikko.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 14, 2024: Jerusalem Peacebuilders
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Scott Plakun
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2024-05-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Elizabeth Valdez Driskill on May 15, 2024
On May 11th, I joined other members and friends of our Rotary Club at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank to assemble dry goods for families and seniors across two Bay Area counties. The Food Bank divided our group into subgroups to work on the assembly line. Our tasks included assembling boxes; restocking dry food cans and grains for the front assembly team; packing food; moving boxes; and organizing pallets. We not only worked hard, but also enjoyed the company of each other. After two hours, we counted 954 boxes packaged, that will be sent to the homes of families and seniors in San Francisco and Marin counties. We look forward to our continued partnership with the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank and hope to see you all in the fall when we will do this again!
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Helping Families and Seniors in Two Bay Area Counties
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Elizabeth Valdez Driskill
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2024-05-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on May 09, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) rang the Rotary bell, called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM, and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. President Sunny acknowledged our hipster greeters for today — Tim Hornbecker (Nonprofit Management | Retired, The Arc CA) and Clifford Phillips (The Arc San Francisco), both sporting bow ties and snappy caps as finishing sartorial touches. Happy Birthday The audience delivered a rousing, slightly off key Happy Birthday song to Immediate Past President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation).
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 7, 2024: Bill Lieberman: Why We Drive on the Right and Others Don't
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Robin Azevedo
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2024-05-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on May 07, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco is thrilled to announce the renewal of its partnership with the Hotel Nikko for another three years. This renewal brings exciting enhancements, ensuring seamless event coordination with no changes to costs for storage of AV equipment and Rotary supplies as well as room rental. The innovative menu remains unchanged. Despite slight cost increases for meals, we won't pass the additional costs on to our members, thanks to subsidies and forthcoming sponsorships. Some key updates include: - a minimum seating requirement of 30 attendees for luncheons,
- a parking fee increase to $25 as parking is managed by a third party vendor (current discounted parking rate is $17.50), and
- a charge for staff coverage beyond 2 PM (without prior arrangements).
The Hotel has graciously allowed our Club to consider the installation of a San Francisco Rotary Club Medallion on the Hotel building. In doing so, this will enhance brand visibility. We extend our gratitude to Hotel Nikko and look forward to continued collaboration in service to our community.
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Renewal of Hotel Nikko Contract
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2024-05-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 06, 2024
On April 28, 2024, members of our Club gathered at the home of Betty Newman (a friend of the Club) to celebrate Passover with a Seder, the special dinner in which family and friends gather to retell the story of Exodus: how the Jews fled from slavery in Egypt. Betty described the cleaning that she had done to prepare her house for the Passover holiday. She also talked about the separate set of dishes used only during Passover. At the table was a Seder plate with items that symbolize different aspects of Passover: - A roasted lamb shank bone represents the sacrifice of a lamb, which was performed at the Temple when it stood in Jerusalem.
- A roasted egg represents the circle of life.
- Bitter herbs represent the bitterness of slavery.
- Charoset (a mixture of sweet wine, nuts, and apples) symbolizes the mortar used by the enslaved Jews to construct buildings for Pharaoh.
- Parsley represents the rebirth of spring.
- A bowl of salt water serves as a reminder of the tears and sweat shed during the slavery in Egypt.
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Discovering the Traditions of Passover
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Dora Dye
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2024-05-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on May 03, 2024
Members from our Club and friends eagerly gathered at the entrance of the Asian Art Museum. Our anticipation was palpable as we awaited our journey through the Phoenix Kingdoms exhibit. Led by knowledgeable docent Peggy Mathers, we embarked on a voyage through time to explore the artistic and spiritual wonders of the multistate Zhou dynasty. Peggy shared her contagious enthusiasm during this exhibit and painted vivid pictures of ancient rituals and cultural traditions as we wandered through the exhibit adorned with artifacts from over 2,000 years ago. Each artifact seemed to tell a story of emperors or warriors and the intricate tapestry of life in the Zhou dynasty. Throughout the tour, we marveled at the delicate craftsmanship of bronze vessels and the serene beauty of jade carvings, and couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and reverence for the ancient civilization that once flourished in the Phoenix Kingdoms. These artifacts were preserved by the encasement of wood, sans oxygen, which allowed these treasures to emerge unscathed. One such example was the preserved lacquered box adorned with luscious, vibrant colors and painted with people on its exterior - the only such artifact in this exhibit that was found with people on it.
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Touring the Phoenix Kingdoms Exhibit
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2024-05-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on May 02, 2024
In a remarkable display of community spirit and environmental stewardship, multiple Rotary Clubs in San Francisco, in collaboration with Sutro Stewards' Trail Builders, spearheaded a transformative day of service on April 20 at Rotary Meadow atop Sutro Forest. Stephanie Schmautz led the event as she has done in the past three years.
Fifty dedicated individuals rolled up their sleeves to weed, build trails, and enhance the park for future visitors. The idea for Rotary Meadow traces back to Harold Hoogasian, Past President of the Rotary Club San Francisco (2001-2002), who envisioned a space where Rotary's mission of fostering peace through good work could tangibly take root. And he built on a site that was commandeered by the US Military.
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District 5150's Day of Service: Protecting the Environment
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2024-05-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Ozan Yasavur on May 01, 2024
Dear Members, I am delighted to share some exciting news regarding our recent efforts at the Rotary Club of San Francisco. We have undertaken a significant task: sorting through decades of historical documents, financial records, and cherished mementos. This endeavor is more than just tidying up; it's an exploration of our Club's fascinating journey since its establishment in 1908. Our discussions have been thorough and thoughtful, involving input from esteemed past presidents JT Forbus, Mary Liu, and Christopher Wiseman, as well as our current President Sunny Singh, President-Elect Bob Hermann, and President-Elect Nominee Frank Yoke. Together, we've carefully considered what to preserve and what to part with as we move forward. Bob Hermann, Dora Dye, David Dye, Dan Joraanstad, Frank Yoke, and Ozan Yasavur
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Embarking on a Journey Through Time: Rotary Club of San Francisco's Clean-up Initiative
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2024-05-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Apr 24, 2024
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on March 25, 2024 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Nancy Graydon, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Margaret Miley, President Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur, Emily Borland, Dan Davies, Maureen O'Shea, Scott Plakun, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Bill Poppen and Alex Omoko. Today's guest was Mary Liu. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the February 27, 2024 minutes.
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March 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-04-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Apr 24, 2024
The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco has approved the following candidate for membership into our Club: Adedeji Ogunyemi (Biotechnology: Molecular Biology | Nautilus Biotechnology) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed addition to our membership.
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Membership News: April 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-04-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Apr 18, 2024
Our 14th Annual Bike Build was held last Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the TogetherSF warehouse on Mariposa Street in the Mission District. We had around 80 volunteers at the event, including over 20 Rotarians from the Rotary Club of San Francisco and other Rotary clubs. This year's event truly was a collaborative effort as we also had many volunteers from the YMCA, MWH/Webcor, and Gay4Good organizations.
Our volunteers arrived early Saturday morning to build nearly 150 bikes in just over three hours. We also had experts from YBike and the San Francisco Bike Coalition ensure that each bike was properly inspected and tested. Our partner, the Bayview Hunter's Point YMCA, helped to register over a hundred children in the Bayview area to receive a new bicycle.
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2024 Bike Build Brings the Community Together
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Brian Lan
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2024-04-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sue Robbins on Apr 18, 2024
Catholic Charities would like to invite members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco to attend the upcoming Kentucky Derby Day event. The first 30 Rotarians to sign up will get in for FREE. Derby Day will take place at St. Vincent's School for Boys in San Rafael on Saturday, May 4 from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM and will include a live viewing of the 2024 Kentucky Derby. The festivities will include giveaways, food and drinks, live music, lawn games for the whole family, a parade of hats contest, and more! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Catholic Charities Kent Eagleson Equestrian Center at St. Vincent's School for Boys.
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Invitation to Kentucky Derby Day
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2024-04-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Apr 17, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko.   Visiting Rotarians and GuestsToday's Visiting Rotarians were Jacqueline Cormier from the Rotary Club of Novato, Joel Valdes from the Rotary Club of Manila, and George Harper from the Rotary Club of Jamestown. Our guests were Gregory Dreicer, Emlyn Koster, Dawn Hayes, and Adedeji Ogunyemi. Our speaker was Dr. George Jacob.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 16, 2024: Dr. George Jacob - Rethinking Tourism: Destination San Francisco
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2024-04-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Apr 10, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Today's Guests Today's guests attending in person were Aaron Feldner, Cameron Remington, David Folk, Christian Mackey, and Tamicia Wakefield. Our guests attending via Zoom were Lisa Schwie, Maggie Chen, and Patricia Monczewski. Our speaker was Bailey Farren.  Paul Harris Fellow AwardChristopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) presented Patricia Monczewski with a Paul Harris Fellow award in recognition of her generous donation a year ago of premium wines valued at approximately $27,000. Our Club has raised over $10,000 from wine auctions. Patricia expressed her appreciation for this award.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 9, 2024: Bailey Farren and Starting a Business
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2024-04-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Apr 10, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco hosted about 30 people at the Welcome to the Club reception for new and prospective members on April 3, 2024. The event was put together by Vice President of Membership Margaret Miley and held at the home of Dan Joraanstad and Bob Hermann. Several of our recent new members and a large number of new people exploring membership participated in the evening. After about 45 minutes of beverages and bites, the program for the evening unfolded with Dan Joraanstad serving as emcee, introducing President Sunny Singh for remarks and then three Club leaders: Alisha Marfatia, Frank Yoke, and Bob Hermann. Each of them led about 10 people to talk over the following topics:
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Welcoming New and Prospective Members
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-04-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Apr 09, 2024
The Interact Club at Lowell High School sponsored the fourth annual College Insight event on Saturday, March 23 at the War Memorial for Interact students and their parents from Rotary District 5150. The event aimed to help students and their families understand the college admission process and financing a college degree.
The program consisted of three parts: Picking the Right College, led by a college counselor from Lowell who encouraged students to look beyond highly popular schools such as the Ivy League and UCs; Insights from a Former College Admissions Officer, with a staff member from Collegewise consulting who offered tips and insights into college applications; and Financing College, led by two financial planners who provided tips for applying for financial aid and resources for scholarships.
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Interact College Insight Event
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2024-04-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Apr 09, 2024
Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) camp staff facilitator applications are open until April 20. See https://ryla.camp/facilitators for information and application. Contact Todd St Vrain, Vice President of Youth Services, with any questions.
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RYLA Staff Facilitator and Student Camper Applications Still Open
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2024-04-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 03, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Elie Abijaouda from the Rotary Club of San Jose and Randall Scott from the Rotary Club of Fisherman's Wharf. Randall was also today's speaker. Our guest today was Mayra Rivas from the Aquarium of the Bay Ecotarium. Rotary Flag Exchange President-Elect Nominee Frank Yoke (Development | Frank Yoke Consulting) attended a meeting of the Rotary Club of Niles (Fremont) and exchanged our Club's Rotary flag for theirs. Completion of Red Badge
La Carre Ivy (Retired) and Paul Vazquez (Nonprofit Administration | Alliance for Smiles) completed their red badge requirements and are now full members of our Club. La Carre has joined our Membership Committee while Paul is active in our Community Services Committee. Congratulations to La Carre and Paul!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 2, 2024: Randall Scott - Community Business Districts and Public Video Surveillance
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2024-04-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Mar 25, 2024
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on February 27, 2024 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Nancy Graydon, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, President Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur, Emily Borland, Maureen O'Shea, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Dan Davies, Scott Plakun, and Bill Poppen. Today's guest was Mary Liu. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the January 23, 2024 minutes.
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February 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-03-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 23, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco had strong representation at last weekend's District Assembly. First, we celebrated incoming Club President Bob Hermann and cheered with bells and horns as he walked through the Presentation of 2024-2025 Club Presidents. front row: PDG Peter Lagarias, JT Forbus, Todd St Vrain, Dan Joraanstad, Dora Dye, and President-Elect Bob Hermann second row: Jessica Hansen, Stephanie Schmautz, Frank Yoke, Nancy Graydon, President Sunny Singh, Scott Plakun, Merve Yasavur, Mary Liu, Margaret Miley, and Anita Stangl back row: PDG Eric Schmautz, Molly Schmautz, Christopher Wiseman, La Carre Ivy, David Dye, and Ozan Yasavur not pictured: Wendy Shew and DG Laine Hendricks
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2024 District Assembly and Project Fair
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2024-03-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Angelina Preza on Mar 22, 2024
As the morning sun gently embraced the skyline of San Francisco, our team of volunteers from the Rotary Clubs of San Francisco and Fisherman’s Wharf, along with delegates from Catholic Charities, eagerly embarked on a journey to the Aquarium of the Bay Ecotarium. The Bay Ecotarium is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to enable conversations on climate resilience and ocean conservation globally, while inspiring actionable change locally by protection and preservation of the San Francisco Bay and its ecosystems.
We were greeted by Melissa, Bay Ecotarium Animal Care Manager who has worked there for the past 18 years. Melissa provided the 13 Rotarians (8 from our Club and 5 from the Fisherman’s Wharf Club) a complete tour of the facility from jelly fish to sharks and sturgeon to the playfulness of river otters.
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A Journey Through Aquarium by the Bay - Ecotarium SF: Empowering the Blind with 3D Plates
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2024-03-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 20, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) began today's meeting by talking about that terrific Warriors' game where our own Tim Hornbecker (Nonprofit Management | Retired, The Arc CA) was seen wearing a fancy Warriors' outfit. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Jan Van de Kuinder from the Rotary Club of Nukerle, Netherlands and Emilio Gallego from the Rotary Club of Tokyo West, Japan. Today's speaker was Gregory Yap from the Singapore Tourism Board. Reminders Grant Deadline: President-Elect Bob Hermann (Information Technology: Administration | Retired UCSF) reminded us that the deadline for 2024-2025 grant requests is this Friday, March 22. See details here. Membership Survey: The survey has closed. Results will be shared soon. As promised, if over 50% of the Club completed this survey, there would be a drawing for a gift card. We did get over 50% of the Club to respond, and the winner of the gift card was Margaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired).
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 19, 2024: Gregory Yap and Visiting Singapore
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2024-03-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Mar 15, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Today's Guests Today's speaker was Jennifer Bernstein from Guide Dogs for the Blind. Emily Borland (Engineering, Architecture, and Construction | Emily Borland Specifications) introduced Christian Hawthorne. March Birthdays
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 12, 2024: Jennifer Bernstein and Guide Dogs for the Blind
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2024-03-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Mar 10, 2024
In the heart of bustling San Francisco lies a hidden gem where tranquility meets community, and nature’s canvas flourishes under the care of dedicated volunteers. Yes, we are talking about Rotary Meadow in Sutro Forest right behind UCSF Medical Center on Parnassus. Recently added trails provide easy access to Rotary Meadow where walkers, hikers, and bicyclists can enjoy the quiet but beautiful areas.
These areas are maintained by volunteers including our Rotary Club of San Francisco who participated. Rotary Meadow, as we learned from Ildiko Polony, Executive Director of Sutro Stewards, tells us the importance of removing invasive species of plants and preserving biodiversity in our urban landscape. This work is so important as we face evolving challenges with climate change in our world.
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Rotary Meadow - A Hidden Gem
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2024-03-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Mar 06, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. We welcomed President Sunny back from his European trip, and he expressed his joy for being back. President Sunny thanked President-Elect Bob Hermann (Information Technology: Administration | Retired UCSF) and President-Elect Nominee Frank Yoke (Development | Frank Yoke Consulting) for leading the February Club Meetings while he was traveling. Today's Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Joe Houston from Surigao in the Philippines. Today's speaker was Shellena Eskeridge from the Homeless Prenatal Program. Joining Shellena were Kristin Hatch and Arpana Vidyarthi. We also welcomed Iris Fluellen from the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Wendy Shew (Nonprofit Administration | Building Education) introduced her guest - Lauren Neumann. Rounding out today's guest list was LaCarre Ivy.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 5, 2024: Shellena Eskeridge and the Homeless Prenatal Program
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2024-03-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 06, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kay Clarke. Kay joined Rotary on July 1, 1987 and was a member of our Club from August 1, 1988 to November 1, 2018. Looking back at history, this means that Kay joined Rotary when women were first allowed. Kay was very active, highly respected, and a much beloved member. She was the first to receive the prestigious Service Above Self award. See here for more information on Kay Clarke Lechner and her memorial. Sharing Some Memories of Kay Here are memories from some of our Club's leaders who had worked with and known Kay:
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Remembering Kay Clarke
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Dora Dye
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2024-03-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 05, 2024
President-Elect Bob Hermann recently sent out a membership survey. Your opinion matters, and this is your chance to make your voice heard. We want to know what you think about how things are going in our Club.
One of the main questions in the survey is about adding an evening meeting to our schedule. Make no mistake: our schedule will still include two lunch meetings, but would also allow for an evening meeting.
The survey is brief and can be found by clicking here. If we can achieve a 50% response rate for the survey, there will be a drawing for an Amazon gift card. You may be the winner! Together, we can make our Club even better and more accessible to everyone.
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SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS: Answer the Membership Survey
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-03-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Mar 05, 2024
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on January 23, 2024 at the Hotel Nikko. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 10:23 a.m. Christopher Wiseman, Immediate Past President, recorded the minutes until Nancy Graydon, Secretary arrived. In attendance were Nancy Graydon, Bob Hermann, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, Scott Plakun, President Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur, Emily Borland, Maureen O'Shea, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Dan Davies and Bill Poppen. Nancy, Alex, and Frank arrived late and did not participate in any of the votes held at this meeting. Today's guests were District 5150 Governor Laine Hendricks and Assistant Governor David Dye.
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January 2024 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-03-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Feb 29, 2024
On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, the Rotary Club of San Francisco proudly hosted a vibrant Lunar New Year event at the Hong Kong Lounge, embracing the spirit of renewal, prosperity, and unity that this auspicious occasion represents. Amidst colorful decorations and the aroma of traditional delicacies, our members and guests were treated to an enchanting lion dance performance and a mesmerizing guzheng musical instrument.
The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the energetic lion dance performance by the San Francisco Jing Mo Athletic Association lion dance troupe, which captivated the audience with their graceful movements, synchronized choreography, and vibrant costumes. The lion, symbolizing good luck and fortune, danced its way through the venue, spreading joy and auspicious blessings to all present. Their lively performance set the tone for a festive atmosphere filled with excitement and anticipation.
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A Night of Festivity: Rotary Club of San Francisco's Lunar New Year Celebration of the Year of the Dragon
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2024-02-29 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Feb 27, 2024
Eight volunteers met at the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) on the evening of Tuesday, February 27, to stuff 50 bags with baby supplies and personal goods. The bags will be distributed to families in the Program at two baby showers on Wednesday, March 6th.
The volunteers were: Margarita Baxter-Lazaro, Jim Patrick, Jo Patrick, Jane Mermelstein, LaCarre Ivy, Chris Davies, Rhonda Poppen, and Sue Adkerson. The volunteers worked alongside HPP staff member Sharon Bechtol.
On Tuesday, March 5th, our Club will present a grant to the HPP. Our guest speaker that day will be HPP Executive Director Shellena Eskeridge. To better understand the broad impact of this Program, please register and join us on March 5th and/or sign up to help at the shower on March 6th.
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Stuffing Diaper Bags and Making a Difference
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Rhonda Poppen
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2024-02-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Feb 27, 2024
The following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club: LaCarre Ivy (Retired) Hyunjin (Stellie) Kim (Psychology | City and County of San Francisco) Matthew Ramirez (Information Technology: Consultant | GovGPT) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: February 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-02-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Feb 14, 2024
President-Elect Bob Hermann (Information Technology: Administration | Retired UCSF) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Today's Guests We welcomed today's guests: Milo Hanke, LaCarre Ivy, Niko Kowell, and Eric Suba. Kimberly Leung and Mike Sallaberry were today's speakers.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 13, 2024: Cycling and Walking in San Francisco – Then and Now, and where are we headed?
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Frank Yoke
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2024-02-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Feb 08, 2024
On January 30, 2024, the Membership Committee hosted the First Quarter’s “Welcome to the Club Party.” Margaret Miley, Vice President of Membership, orchestrated a successful event with about 35 attendees, including new members since July 2023 and 10 prospective members exploring our Club's values and opportunities and meeting some of the Club’s leadership. The evening featured light appetizers and wine, fostering networking and connections in the charming office of Lynn Luckow. A small group exercise added a creative touch, encouraging participants to discuss past and desired projects. The ideas generated were both innovative and stimulating.
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A Warm Welcome to the Club
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-02-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Feb 06, 2024
President-Elect Nominee Frank Yoke (Development | Frank Yoke Consulting) called today's meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. District 5150 Rotarian of the Month Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were PDG Leif Carlzon from the Rotary Club of Ludvika RC in Sweden, Frank Schulenberg from the Rotary Club of Chico, Lisa De Zordo from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro, and our own Past President Casey Blair, now a member of the Rotary Club of Boise. Other guests were Milo Hanke, Brittany Olson, and Pradeep Karumanchi. John Rothmann joined us today as our speaker.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 6, 2024: John Rothmann and Politics in 2024
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2024-02-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Feb 01, 2024
Applications are open both for student campers and new facilitators to be a part of the RYLA youth leadership camp. RYLA will be held from July 29 to August 2 at Redwood Glen Camp & Conference Center in Scotts Valley.
RYLA is free and open to all current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors living or studying in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin counties. Students who are outside of our District, but who are relatives of our Club members may also participate in District 5150's RYLA. Student applications are open until April 15.
Facilitators work in pairs to guide a small group of campers through their RYLA experience. Facilitators undergo training and are part of a team of 40 volunteer staff. Facilitators must be on hand at the camp from Sunday, July 28 through Friday, August 2. You're welcome to encourage any friends, family, and colleagues to be a facilitator as well. Facilitator applications are due by March 1st.
Please visit www.ryla.camp to learn more. Watch the RYLA videos and access the student and facilitator applications. Contact Todd St Vrain, Vice President of Youth Services, with any questions.
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RYLA Student and Facilitator Applications
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Todd St Vrain
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2024-02-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jan 28, 2024
The Rotary Club of San Francisco recently hosted another event in a string of successful Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion activities. On January 21, we celebrated Turkish culture through the film My Grandfather's People by Çağan Irmak. The movie, exploring themes of family and migration, was followed by a vibrant discussion. The film’s premise focused on what happened when suddenly everybody living in Greece who originally came from Turkey was dislocated and forced to return to Turkey, even if they had lived in Greece for 400 years. Likewise, Greeks who had lived in Turkey for hundreds of years were forced to leave for Greece. There were many complex issues of religion, family, land ownership, ethnicity, all of which were supposedly settled by the compulsory exchange of Greek and Turkish populations. What was certainly true is that this ethnic cleansing brought heartbreak to many families.
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New Insights into Turkish Culture
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2024-01-28 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jan 25, 2024
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on November 28, 2023 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Nancy Graydon, Bob Hermann, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, Scott Plakun, Bill Poppen, President Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Christopher Wiseman, Ozan Yasavur and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Emily Borland, Dan Davies, and Maureen O’Shea. Today's guests were Brian Lan and Mary Liu. Minutes
The Board reviewed and approved the October 24, 2023 minutes.
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November 2023 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2024-01-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jan 24, 2024
The following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club: Niko Kowell (Educational Services | Narwahl Divers) Zunan "Phil" Ye (Information Technology - Administration | Snowflake) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: January 2024
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Margaret Miley
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2024-01-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jan 23, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:16 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He shared photos from the December 2023 Holiday Party and thanked Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) for creating the slideshow. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Richard Swart from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, Jenny Bates from the Rotary Club of Ignacio, Emily Charley from the Rotary Club of Mission San Rafael, and Donna Lee Gulley from a Rotary Club in Chicago. Our guests were Katherine Thompson and Karen Banks of Family House, Kai Parker, and Neeraj Miglani, a former member of our Club.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 23, 2024: District Governor Laine Hendricks
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2024-01-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann, President-elect on Jan 23, 2024
As the leader this year of the Grants Review Committee, I am excited to announce that the 2024 Grants Cycle will open on Thursday, February 1, 2024. This earlier opening will allow our Club's Committees more time to seek grants from Club members in good standing. This year the final date for any/all grant submissions will be on Friday, March 22, 2024 to allow ample time for the following reviews: the actual Committees (March/April), the Grants Review Committee (April/May), the Rotary Club Board (April/May), and finally, the Foundation Board for budgetary approval (June).
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Grants Cycle Opens Earlier in 2024
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Bob Hermann, President-elect
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2024-01-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Jan 19, 2024
Thank You from Scholarship Recipients
This year the Youth Services Committee awarded nine $1,000 scholarships to students for their outstanding service to RYLA or Interact. The scholarships help students with costs associated with their education. We look forward to featuring more scholarship recipients' thank you testimonials in future editions of Grindings and at Club meetings!
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News from Our Youth Services Committee
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Todd St Vrain
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2024-01-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Jan 17, 2024
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:17 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. He shared a photo of himself riding a bicycle from the Bike Build. Today's Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Richard Swart from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown. Our guests were Immanuel Baur, Lavar Ivy, Michael Ciaccia, and Cathy Tolentino. We also welcomed today's speaker - Shirmila Cooray.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 16, 2024: Shirmila Cooray and De Marillac Academy
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2024-01-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dan Joraanstad and Bob Hermann on Jan 15, 2024
We recently participated at Rotary International’s Mega Polio Eradication Mission in India. Arriving late in the night into New Delhi, we joined with Rotarians from California, Colorado, Australia, and Norway, and became a team of about 18. On our first day, we saw a few of New Delhi's gems. We marveled at the Lotus Temple, a Baháʼí House of Worship and an architectural wonder surrounded by reflecting pools. A visit to Lodhi Gardens with historic buildings dating back to the 15th Century highlighted the grandeur of India’s past. The National Museum also showcased the cultural accomplishment of hundreds of years of Indian art and diverse cultural offerings.
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On a Mission to Eradicate Polio in India
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Dan Joraanstad and Bob Hermann
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2024-01-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Jan 11, 2024
 A dozen Rotarians participated in a Kwanzaa celebration on December 29 at an annual community event sponsored by the OMI Cultural Participation Project and organized by the Executive Director of OMI-CPP, Club member Maurice Rivers. We learned that Kwanzaa is an African-American holiday based on traditional harvest festivals held in Africa. It is focused on teaching children important values while giving respect to ancestors. Each of the seven days of the Kwanzaa holiday focuses on a different principle, identified in Swahili: - Umoja - Unity
- Kujichagulia - Self-Determination
- Ujima - Collective Work and Responsibility
- Ujamaa - Cooperative Economics
- Nia - Purpose
- Kuumba - Creativity
- Imani – Faith
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Kwanzaa Celebration
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Scott Plakun
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2024-01-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Dec 14, 2023
Welcome to the 2023 Holiday Party Following the reception and wine auction, President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) kicked off the Holiday Party. He shared what the holidays meant to him and asked others to share as well. Supporting the Ukraine: Next, President Sunny discussed how our Club came together and raised $10,000 in just one month. Allan Herzog (Financial Services: Advising | Wells Fargo Advisors) matched the $10,000 and made an additional $5,000 commitment to support this important project, raising our total to $25,000 for the Ukraine. Thank you, Allan! Membership: In the area of membership, our Club gained eight new members since July 1, 2023. Comments from DG Laine: District Governor Laine Hendricks (Public Relations and Marketing | County of Marin) expressed how proud she is of her home Club.
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HIGHLIGHTS from December 12, 2023: Holiday Party and Annual Meeting
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2023-12-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Paul Vazquez on Dec 14, 2023
Alliance for Smiles is one of our corporate members and will conduct a medical mission in Gazipur, Bangladesh from February 12 to 23, 2024. Our Club Foundation is a major funder for this trip, and we would love to send someone from our Club to participate!
For this mission, there is an opening for a record keeper. Here is a summary of the duties. The record keeper registers patients at opening clinic; enters medical information into a computer database; creates simple spreadsheets; keeps track of patient info and surgery schedules; makes sure that all forms are filled in accurately by the medical team; and performs various other clerical tasks. Candidate must be well organized and very computer literate.
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An International Service Opportunity
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Paul Vazquez
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2023-12-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Dec 05, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management), sporting a festive, holiday mustache, called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Today's Guests Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced her guests - Lisa Covey and Katheyn Hyde. Our guests affiliated with The Arc San Francisco were Nasan Barkhurel, Peter DeHaas, Cynthia Kreuz-Uhr, and Mira Yoon. We also welcomed today's speaker - Woody LaBounty.  Membership NewsNew Member: Anthony Alioto (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities) was inducted as a new member of our corporate member - Catholic Charities. He formerly ran the family-owned US Restaurant and confirmed that all the Alioto's in San Francisco hail from the same Sicilian village, and they all consider each other cousins! He was welcomed with the traditional "We Will!"
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 5, 2023: Woody LaBounty and San Francisco's Past and Present
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Nov 30, 2023
Rotarians and staff gathered this evening to stuff 45 diaper bags to be distributed at the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) baby showers on December 6, 2023. President Sunny Singh, Jim Patrick, Jo Patrick, and Rhonda Poppen of the Rotary Club of San Francisco joined Shellena Eskeridge and Sharon Bechtol of HPP in the assembly of diaper bags. This was an opportunity to give back to the incredible need of homeless or housing insecure families in San Francisco.
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Stuffing Diaper Bags for the Homeless Prenatal Program
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Rhonda Poppen
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2023-11-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Eric Schmautz and Barbara Streett on Nov 30, 2023
The Rotary Club of San Francisco has a 16-year tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving with the participants of The Arc San Francisco. This year, a total of 515 meals were prepared for The Arc SF and The Salvation Army programs including Harbor Light and rehab services.
Past President of our Club and Past District 5150 Governor Eric Schmautz, along with John Scopazzi (Rotary Club of San Rafael), led this project to prepare hot meals with a festive Thanksgiving theme for The Arc participants experiencing food insecurity. The event was kicked off with a grocery run of epic proportions by Eric Schmautz and Chris Davies. Eric and Johnny then prepared the food before serving it to The Arc.
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Thanksgiving 2023: the meal that kept giving
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Eric Schmautz and Barbara Streett
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2023-11-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Nov 30, 2023
The following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club in January 2024 as an individual member: Douglas Apple (Education-Commercial | Aquarium of the Bay) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed addition to our membership.
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Membership News: November 2023
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Margaret Miley
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2023-11-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Nov 29, 2023
In a remarkable display of community spirit, Rotarians from District 5150 and our Club (the second oldest Rotary Club in the world) rallied together for the San Francisco Walk to End Alzheimer’s on November 4, 2023. The event was graced by the presence of Past Rotary International President (PRIP) Jennifer Jones and her husband, Nick, who joined fellow walkers on this significant journey. Undoubtedly, the highlight of the day was our Club's active involvement. Our members who participated donned our custom, bright neon yellow vests that became a symbol of our collective commitment and made us easily identifiable throughout the walk. A keen eye would spot me center stage proudly holding our Club's sign just behind PRIP Jennifer.
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Walk to End Alzheimer's: a success story and a big thank you
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Mary Liu
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2023-11-29 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Nov 29, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on October 24, 2023 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:04 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Emily Borland, Nancy Graydon, Bob Hermann, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, Scott Plakun, Bill Poppen, Maureen O’Shea, President Sunny Singh, Ozan Yasavur, Christopher Wiseman, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Dan Davies and Todd St Vrain.
Guests included Ronald Bolden, Brian Lan, and Mary Liu. Minutes
The Board reviewed and approved the September 26, 2023 minutes.
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October 2023 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2023-11-29 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 23, 2023
On a rainy Friday night, almost 20 Club members and 8 guests gathered at the home of Margaret Miley to celebrate Friendsgiving. Among the guests was Alexander Kuch who is a Visiting Rotarian from New Zealand. Alexander was in San Francisco to attend the APEC conference. Everyone brought a dish or two to share, filling up almost two rooms in Margaret's place with great food. Thank you, Margaret, for hosting. We are all thankful to be part of a great Rotary Club and among such good friends.
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Friendsgiving 2023
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Dora Dye
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2023-11-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Nov 16, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's e-meeting to order at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Chrissy Moses who is a member of the Rotary Club of Los Angeles. Today's guests were Malik Seneferu and Tammy McNaught. Birthdays President Sunny Singh recognized the Rotary Club of San Francisco on its 115th birthday and expressed how proud he is to be a part of our Club. President Sunny also congratulated Emily Borland (Engineering, Architecture, and Construction | Emily Borland Specifications) on her birthday today! Those present sang Happy Birthday to Emily.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 14, 2023: Jessica Hansen and Alliance for Smiles
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Frank Yoke
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2023-11-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Nov 14, 2023
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the Board of Directors: 2024-25 President: Bob Hermann
2024-25 President-Elect: Frank Yoke
2024-26 Vice President of Development: Maureen O’Shea
2024-26 Vice President of International Service: Anita Stangl
2024-26 Vice President of Membership: Margaret Miley
2024-26 Vice President of Community Service: Darlene Wilson
2024-26 Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Tim Hornbecker
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Report from the Nominating Committee
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Bob Hermann
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2023-11-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Nov 09, 2023
A new grant partner for the Rotary Club of San Francisco is Family House, a home away from home to provide physical comfort and emotional support free from financial concerns to families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. On November 7, Immediate Past President Christopher Wiseman along with his spouse Eric Sleigh and Club Members Alisha Marfatia, Dan Joraanstad, Bill Gregory, Nancy Graydon, Margaret Miley, and me (Bob Hermann) joined Family House Volunteer Coordinator Terrence Dixon to clean and sanitize kitchen and common areas, offload and distribute meals to those living at Family House, and interface with these families. Club Secretary Nancy Graydon even provided coloring books to the children.
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Service Above Self at Family House
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2023-11-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Nov 08, 2023
Immediate Past President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) was feeling under the weather but very appreciative of the well wishes and good thoughts sent to him. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Alexander Kuch who is a member of a Rotary club in Germany. He currently resides in New Zealand and attends his Rotary meetings at midnight. Today's guests from Catholic Charities were Everett Highbaugh, Morgan McCarthy, Tony Alioto, and Elizabeth Driskill. Also in attendance was Malik Seneferu.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 7, 2023: Ravinder Sehgal and Deforestation and Emerging Avian Diseases in the Democratic Republic of Congo
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Stacey Poole
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2023-11-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 02, 2023
Congratulations to our Club Member Heidi Kühn for winning the 2023 World Food Prize Laureate. She was awarded the World Food Prize for her efforts in turning “mines into vines” by demining war-torn land and turning it back into prosperous farmland for local agriculture to flourish. During the award, Heidi was surprised to learn that prize amount had doubled to $500,000. Previously the award was $250,000. Read the full story here.
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2023 World Food Prize Laureate Heidi Kühn
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Dora Dye
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2023-11-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 29, 2023
Congratulations to the Rotary Club of Eureka (California) for celebrating its 100th birthday on October 10, 2023. Over a century ago, our Club played a role in the creation of the Eureka Club. Let's go back to June 2020 when we were on COVID-19 lockdown. I was your Club Secretary at the time and received an inquiry from Kim Bauriedel, M.D., of the Rotary Club of Eureka. He was gathering information for his club's Centennial Celebration and had a setback: the Tubbs fire near Santa Rosa had destroyed his club's archives and he wondered if our Club might be able to offer some valuable information to help him piece together his club's history. Dr. Bauriedel began with a request for information on Leo Lebenbaum. Leo is credited with organizing and creating the Rotary Club of Eureka. I contacted our own Past President Harold Hoogasian who was keeping our Club's archives, and he was able to find that Leo Lebenbaum had been a member of our Club from 1915 to 1925. Leo was a hotelier in San Francisco and had managed the Herald Hotel and later, the Wiltshire Hotel now known as the Taj Campton Place. Leo moved to Eureka to manage the Eureka Inn.
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To Eureka and Back
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Dora Dye
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2023-10-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman and Alisha Marfatia on Oct 25, 2023
On Tuesday, October 17, 2023, the Rotary Club of San Francisco – the second oldest Rotary Club in the world - hosted its Second Annual Fashion Show Luncheon at the elegant Hotel Nikko in San Francisco. This year's theme was “Glitz and Glamour,” and there were plenty of both.
The event began with a beautiful reception and wine auction that showcased wines. These wines were donated from a private collection that is stored for the Rotary Club of San Francisco at the Handlery Hotel. Special Hint: More wine auctions will be offered throughout the year!
Following the reception, Club President Sunny Singh welcomed attendees, showcasing his charm and wit to both the Rotarians and the many non-Rotarians. Attendees enjoyed a delicious three-course lunch, which was paired with complimentary white and red wine. President Sunny then introduced Vern Glenn, Sports Director at KPIX 5 TV and multi-Emmy® Award winner. Vern discussed his thoughts on the Super Bowl, San Francisco, Fashion, and life. After his exciting presentation, he led a Q&A, giving attendees an opportunity to ask Vern, a known celebrity, anything!
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SPECIAL EVENT Highlights October 17, 2023: Second Annual Rotary Fashion Show - Glitz and Glamour
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Christopher Wiseman and Alisha Marfatia
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2023-10-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Oct 25, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on September 26, 2023 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m. Dora Dye, Executive Secretary, recorded the minutes.
In attendance were Emily Borland, Dan Davies, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, Scott Plakun, Bill Poppen, President Sunny Singh, Todd St Vrain, Ozan Yasavur, Christopher Wiseman, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Absent were Maureen O’Shea, Nancy Graydon, and Bob Hermann. Also in attendance was Executive Secretary Dora Dye.
Minutes
The Board reviewed and approved the August 29, 2023 minutes.
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September 2023 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2023-10-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Oct 19, 2023
Rotarians, along with their families, guests, and fellow visiting Rotarians from all over the Bay Area, converged for an electrifying spectacle on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Picture this: a dazzling, front-row vantage point providing jaw-dropping vistas of the bustling Fisherman's Wharf and the mesmerizing expanse of the San Francisco Bay. What was the catalyst for this extraordinary gathering? None other than our Club's third annual Blue Angels Viewing Party Extravaganza! Under a canopy of San Francisco's finest weather, amidst the sizzling backdrop of a heatwave weekend, the heavens painted a picture of azure perfection, setting the stage for an unforgettable Blue Angels' performance. The skies thundered with their majestic maneuvers, and the synchronized choreography of the Blue Angels left the audience in a state of utter spellbinding wonder, their hearts racing with pure exhilaration. The event's location, spaciousness, delicious food, and decorations all contributed perfectly to the occasion.
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Blue Angels' Extravaganza: A Sky-High Celebration to Remember
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Mary Liu
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2023-10-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Oct 19, 2023
Past Rotary International President (PRIP) Jennifer Jones will speak at the Rotary Club of Oakland on November 2, 2023. The Oakland Rotary Club invites our Club members to join this meeting on Zoom for free. Log in by 12:20 PM. The meeting will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. CLICK HERE to reserve your space for the Zoom meeting. That evening, all Rotarians and guests are invited to a dinner at Scott's Seafood at 2 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607 in Jack London Square. Valet and secure parking are available. The cost is $110 per person to cover the cost of the event. Reception begins at 6 PM, and dinner will follow at 7 PM. If you want to attend, please buy tickets immediately. Dinner ticket sales end on October 25, 2023.
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PRIP Jennifer Jones to speak at the Rotary Club of Oakland
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Sunny Singh
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2023-10-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Oct 15, 2023
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Past Rotary International President (PRIP) Rick King. Those who knew PRIP Rick know that he left an indelible mark and impact in Rotary that will continue to be felt. While he was never a member of our Club, he did speak to our Club on several occasions. See here for more information on PRIP Rick King and his memorial scheduled for Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 2 PM. Our deepest condolences to his beloved wife, Cherie; his family; and his club - the Rotary Club of Niles Fremont.
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Remembering Past Rotary International President Rick King
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Dora Dye
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2023-10-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Eric Schmautz on Oct 07, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Senator Dianne Feinstein President Sunny paid tribute to our member and US Senator Dianne Feinstein who passed away in her Georgetown brownstone on September 29, 2023. While mayor of San Francisco, she was among one of the first four women inducted into our Club. See more information on Senator Feinstein here.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 3, 2023: Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia - What You Need to Know
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Eric Schmautz
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2023-10-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 06, 2023
Please take the time to read this story all the way to the end.
San Francisco is vying for the opportunity to host another Rotary International Convention. The RI Convention Visiting Team was in San Francisco in early September and will announce its decision in January 2024. Meanwhile, in mid-September 2023, Charlotte Harris of the Rotary Club of Tucson contacted our Club, because she had been organizing a storage area of historically significant items from her Club's 102-year history. Charlotte found proceedings books from 1938, 1947, and 1977 when the RI Convention was held in San Francisco and sent these books to me.
Upon receipt, I began reading these proceedings to discover the history. I now share the Welcome Address by Arch Monson, Jr. who was President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1976-1977. President Monson delivered the following at the 1977 Rotary International Convention:
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A Moment in our Club's History
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Dora Dye
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2023-10-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 30, 2023
Congratulations to Christian Kuhn who has married Megumi Faibisch. The wedding took place at Wright's Lake among family members. Christian, his brother Tucker, and his mother Heidi are with Roots of Peace and members of our Club.
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Member in the News: September 2023
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Dora Dye
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2023-09-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Sep 29, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein. Senator Feinstein was a member of our Club from May 1, 1989 until her death on September 29, 2023. On July 1, 2023, our Club made Senator Feinstein an honorary member again; she had been an honorary member of our Club before women were allowed to join Rotary. Senator Feinstein was a native of San Francisco and served for nine years as a San Francisco County Supervisor starting in 1969. The assassination of Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk in 1978 forever changed her life. She went on to become San Francisco's Mayor and ultimately, California's first woman U.S. Senator. She dedicated the rest of her life to public service and to finding solutions to problems facing California and the rest of the nation. You can read more about Senator Feinstein's accomplishments in her biography.
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Remembering Senator Dianne Feinstein
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Dora Dye
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2023-09-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 28, 2023
With so much to do, we hope to see you soon at our Club's events.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2023-09-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 26, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on August 29, 2023 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Sunny Singh, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Emily Borland, Nancy Graydon, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, Maureen O’Shea, Scott Plakun, Bill Poppen, Todd St Vrain, Ozan Yasavur, Dan Davies, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Past President Christopher Wiseman was absent. Today's guests were Stephen Geisheker and Bridget Mahoney. Minutes The Board reviewed and approved the July 25, 2023 minutes.
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August 2023 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2023-09-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 21, 2023
As members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, we have a unique opportunity to help our Club grow. It’s exciting to help grow our Rotary family. How can you participate? It's simple – reach out to your co-workers, the merchants you do business with, your friends, and your relatives. After the many outstanding meetings, social events, and projects of the last six months, you know that we are part of something truly special. Ask your associates to join us at any of the events that we have: projects, meetings, or socials. Share these experiences with your cadre. New members bring new ideas and energy. Together, we will have more special times in helping others, making connections, and finding new friendships. Here are some specific actions to take:
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Create a Brighter Future: Your Role in Recruiting New Members
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2023-09-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Sep 19, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Today's Guests We welcomed Shamrina Oshana, Maria Pechurina, and Danbee Song from the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce who accompanied today's speaker - Rodney Fong. Margaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired) introduced her guest - Antal Runneboom. Lynn Luckow (Development | LikeMinded.org) introduced his guest - David Schleifer-Lee. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced his guest - Sal Baglieri.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 19, 2023: Rodney Fong and a San Francisco Business Update
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David Dye
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2023-09-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Sep 15, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. The audience sang Happy Birthday to the members who are celebrating a birthday in September. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Our Visiting Rotarian was Grady Mateen from the Rotary Club of Palo Alto. Today's guests from The Arc San Francisco were Esther Landau (on Zoom), Calvin Fitch, and Cynthia Kretz-Uhr. Hana Xu Wang (Financial Services: Advising | Wang Wealth Advisors, LLC) introduced her guest - Nilima Sabharwal. Today's speaker was Jacko Tsang; accompanying Ms. Tsang was Emily Ng.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 12, 2023: Understanding Hong Kong's Competitive Edge and Latest Strategic Initiatives
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Frank Yoke
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 08, 2023
 Our Club completed two community service projects in August 2023. The first project was on August 26, 2023 when two members of our Club (Emily Borland and Victoria Lozano), two Visiting Rotarians, two non-Rotarians, and one RYLA alumna assembled and packaged food for distribution at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Emily even brought her older son for the experience. In 2.5 hours, this group of eight packed 1,100 bags of produce that equaled 26,400 pounds. Then, on August 30, 2023, 10 volunteers (Rhonda Poppen, Robin Azevedo, Lisa Stark, Hana Xu Wang, Carrie Schucker, Jim Patrick, Bill Gregory, Jo Patrick and two friends) assembled diaper bags to give away to homeless or housing insecure families in San Francisco and stuffed invitations to the Homeless Prenatal Program's Annual Luncheon. Thank you to all for your service to our community!
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Serving our Community in August 2023
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2023-09-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Aug 31, 2023
 With camaraderie and community, the Rotary Club of San Francisco resumed its beloved tradition of hosting Welcome-to-the-Club parties. These gatherings, which had been a cherished fixture on a quarterly basis before the challenges brought about by COVID-19, have made a triumphant return to the Club’s calendar. The first of these parties was recently held on the evening of August 24, 2023. Margaret Miley, with her signature warmth and hospitality, graciously hosted the event while the dedicated efforts of Dan Joraanstad and Margaret herself were instrumental in organizing an evening that proved to be nothing short of a smashing success. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as Club leadership, both established and emerging, gathered to celebrate this auspicious occasion. The event was graced by a crowd of 35 new and prospective members as well as Club leaders, each contributing to the vibrant tapestry of our ever-growing Rotary family.
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Welcome-to-the-Club Parties Return
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2023-08-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Aug 30, 2023
The following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club on September 19, 2023 as individual members: Ronald Bolden Jr. (Medical and Life Insurance | Freeman Insurance Services) Paul Yep (University Administration | Academy of Art University). In addition, the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on September 19, 2023 as a member of our corporate member - Alliance for Smiles: Paul Vazquez (Nonprofit Administration | Alliance for Smiles). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: September 2023
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Margaret Miley
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2023-08-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Aug 29, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on July 25, 2023 via Zoom. President Sunny Singh called the meeting to order at 4:02 p.m. Nancy Graydon, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Sunny Singh, President-Elect Bob Hermann, Emily Borland, Nancy Graydon, Margaret Miley, Alex Omoko, Maureen O’Shea, Scott Plakun, Bill Poppen, Todd St Vrain, Ozan Yasavur, and Frank Yoke, constituting a quorum. Dan Davies was absent. Also in attendance were Immediate Past President Christopher Wiseman, Executive Secretary Dora Dye, and Past President Mary Liu. Minutes
The Board reviewed and approved the June 27, 2023 minutes.
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July 2023 Board Highlights
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Nancy Graydon
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2023-08-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Aug 24, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Everyone observed a moment of silence in memory of 2017-2018 Past President John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates). Visiting Rotarian and Guests PDG Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Retired) introduced his mother - Karen Schmautz from the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach in Florida - and his daughters - Molly Schmautz and Katie Schmautz. Todd St Vrain (Education: Administration | University of Melbourne) introduced his guest, Tamicia Wakefield. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced Bill Mathers and Peggy Mathers. Attending online were Brooke Nuwati and today's speakers - Nicole Johnny and Kari Vallo.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 22, 2023: Miss Indian New Mexico, Inc
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2023-08-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Aug 24, 2023
We continue to pay tribute to 2017-2018 Past President John Mathers who passed away on August 6, 2023. At the August 22, 2023 Rotary luncheon, a letter written by John was read to the audience in accordance with his wishes. Present at this meeting were John's widow - Peggy Mathers and John's brother - Bill Mathers. Below is the letter:
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John Mathers' New Adventure
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2023-08-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Aug 17, 2023
Members and friends of the Rotary Club of San Francisco gathered at the San Francisco Playhouse for drinks and dinner on August 17, 2023. After dinner, we watched the Broadway classic - A Chorus Line. A big thank you to Bill Gregory and Alisha Marfatia for organizing the delicious meal and the exciting show. I am extremely grateful for another memorable night with my Rotary family. Front row (l to r): Maureen O'Shea, Anita Stangl, Bill Gregory, Hana Xu Wang, Mary Liu, Dora Dye, Mary Fermi, Donna Duensing, and Rae Sensa. Second row (l to r): Margaret Miley, Robert Hunter, Henry Rubin, Carrie Schucker, Dan Joraanstad, Lisa Stark, President Sunny Singh, David Dye, Ann Daugherty, and Georgie Evans (hidden). Third row (l to r): Markham Miller, Rich Martini, Bob Hermann, Alisha Marfatia, and Doug Spradlin. Angel Gang O'Neil took the photo.
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An Evening at the San Francisco Playhouse
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Sunny Singh
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2023-08-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Aug 13, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Parachini. Don was a member of our Club from June 1, 1986 to March 8, 2020. He was a lawyer specializing in banking and financial institution regulatory law and solving problems with contracts and business transactions and had retired as a partner from Leland, Parachini, Steinberg, Matzger and Melnick, LLP. In Rotary, Don was very active, highly respected, and a much beloved member. For several years, he volunteered as our Club's legal counsel. See here for more information on Donald Parachini and his memorial. Sharing Some Memories of Don Here are memories from some of our Club's leaders who had worked with and known Don:
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Remembering Don Parachini
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Scott Plakun
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2023-08-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Aug 11, 2023
By now, you have heard the news of the devastating fires in the state of Hawaii. The Island of Maui has been consumed by fire that has destroyed the historic town of Lahaina, claimed the lives of more than 80 people as of today, and displaced thousands more. Rotarians are People of Action, and the Rotary Clubs of Hawaii (District 5000) have created the Maui Fires Relief Fund to provide immediate relief and support for the long-term recovery of Maui’s communities. If you are inspired to help our Hawaiian neighbors, please give generously. Let’s Create Hope for Maui. See more information here.
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Help the Victims of the Maui Fires
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Dora Dye
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2023-08-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 10, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:17 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Celebrating an Anniversary President Sunny congratulated David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired) and Dora Dye (Education: Elementary and Community College | San Francisco and San Mateo Counties) on their 26th wedding anniversary today! Visiting Rotarian and Guests We welcomed Paul Vazquez visiting from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening. Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) introduced our guests from the Academy of Art University: Greg Grundstrom and Paul Yep, who replaced Michael Petricca (Education Management | Retired) at the Academy when Michael retired. Mary also introduced one of our Club's Honorary Members - Dr. Elisa Stephens (Education Management | Academy of Art University). Larry Booth (Engineering: Mechanical | Frank M. Booth, Inc.) introduced his daughter-in-law, Christina, and his granddaughters - Collette, Vivienne, and Gabrielle. Robin Azevedo (Retail: Mattresses | Retired, McRoskey Mattress Company) introduced her granddaughter - Marley. Other in-person guests included Robert Hunter and Hian Jin (aka Stellie Kim). Jennifer Schwartz attended via Zoom. Our speaker today was JoEllen Arntz.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 8, 2023: JoEllen Arntz and SMUIN Contemporary Ballet
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Posted on Aug 09, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Past President John Mathers. John joined Rotary on March 1, 2011 and became our Club's president in 2017-2018. He had served as Club Treasurer before becoming Club President. He was also active on the Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. See 2021 story here. In Rotary District 5150, John had served as Youth Service Chair and Organizational Development Chair. You can read more about John in this 2016 profile. However, John is best known and now remembered for spearheading the Rotary Climate Action Team to raise awareness of the dangerous effects of climate change. His efforts began at the Club level but soon spread Districtwide and worldwide. John touched the life of every Rotarian and human whom he had encountered.
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Remembering Past President John Mathers
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2023-08-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Aug 03, 2023
130 new campers, 20 student alumni, and 30 adult volunteer staff took part in this year’s Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) Camp, held from July 31 to August 4. It was a transformative and joyful week. A story about the RYLA experience will be published in the near future. For now, we’d like to recognize and express our gratitude to the following members of our Club who led and served the 2023 RYLA Camp: - Lynn Luckow, RYLA Camp Director, for his vision and countless hours over the past year.
- David Dye, RYLA Planning Committee Member, for serving as treasurer and RYLA Camp session speaker. David and his wife, Dora Dye, shopped for camp snacks and assembled the RYLA bead necklace for all campers, facilitators, alumni, and administrative staff.
- Todd St Vrain, RYLA Recruitment Chair, for serving as facilitator and RYLA Camp session speaker.
- Steve Lindstrom, RYLA Planning Committee Member, for maintaining the RYLA website and serving as an administrator.
- Mary Liu, Bob Hermann, Lisa Christian, and Margaret Miley for serving as RYLA Camp facilitators.
- Jim Patrick, Dan Joraanstad, Bridget Mahoney, Angelina Preza, and Frank Yoke for helping with RYLA bus drop-off or pick-up duties in San Francisco.
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A Big Thank You to Those Who Made the 2023 RYLA a Success
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2023-08-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 01, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:16 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests We welcomed Avis La Grone and Patti van der Burg, both visiting from the Rotary Club of Los Gatos, and Dr. Angelo Capozzi, former member of our Club and now a member of the Rotary Club of Tiburon Belvedere. Maureen O’Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her guests - Michelle Andrews and Omar Rincon from Senator Scott Wiener's office. Angelina Preza (Sales: Travel | Aquarium of the Bay) introduced her guest - Ronald Bolden Jr. Emily Borland (Engineering, Architecture, and Construction | Emily Borland Specifications) introduced Sue Robbins from Catholic Charities SF. Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) introduced his guest - Murrey Nelson. Gary Dales (Accounting | Fly Leasing) introduced Jewel Harris from the National Park Service. Larry Booth (Engineering: Mechanical | Frank M. Booth, Inc.) introduced his guests - Michael Moss, Lisa Moss, Sam Moss, and Laura Foote and his son - Andrew Booth. Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced Margarita Baxter-Lazaro. Our guest attending online was Phil Ye.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 1, 2023: State Senator Scott Wiener
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jul 26, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco Immediate Past President Mary Liu called the June 27, 2023 Board meeting to order at 4:04 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were Gary Dales, Frank Yoke, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Mary Liu, Sunny Singh, Margaret Miley, Scott Plakun, Brian Lan, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent were President Christopher Wiseman, Jeff Lerner, and Wendy Shew. Also in attendance were incoming Board members Nancy Graydon, Dan Davies, Bob Hermann, and Ozan Yasavur. Minutes The Board approved the May 23, 2023 minutes.
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June 2023 Board Highlights
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2023-07-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jul 25, 2023
The following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as individual members: Merve Yasavur (Information Technology: Computer Science | Self-employed) on August 1, 2023. Margarita Baxter-Lazaro (Consular Affairs | Retired) on August 8, 2023. In addition, the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club on August 8, 2023 as members of our corporate member - Catholic Charities San Francisco: Thomas Bowen (Development | Catholic Charities SF) Sue Robbins (Development | Catholic Charities SF). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: August 2023
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2023-07-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 20, 2023
President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called today's meeting to order at 12:18 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko.  New Members InductedPresident Sunny and Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) inducted Bridget Mahoney (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF) into our Club. Bridget becomes the newest member of our corporate member - Catholic Charities San Francisco and expressed her excitement to participate in the many activities that our Club has to offer.  President Sunny and Anita welcomed back Hana Xu Wang (Financial Services: Advising | Wang Wealth Advisors, LLC) to our Club. Hana had been an active member of our Club for a decade, but left during the height of the pandemic. Said Hana, "I missed Rotary during my absence and am glad to be back." A warm welcome to both Bridget and Hana! When you see either Bridget or Hana at one of our meetings or events, please introduce yourself to them.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 18, 2023: Lunch with SFJAZZ
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Jul 20, 2023
All Rotarians are invited to visit the RYLA Camp on Thursday, August 3, 2023 and join RYLA students and staff for lunch at 12:15 PM to 1 PM. Please note that lunch will be served only during this time period. Rotary District 5150 Governor Laine Hendricks from the Rotary Club of San Francisco will be present to speak to us during the lunch. You are also welcomed to arrive at 10 AM to observe the RYLA students' team-building activities or stay after lunch for the Mental Health Matters plenary session from 1 PM to 2 PM. This plenary session will be led by Jenny Bates from the Rotary Club of San Rafael Evening who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Waves of Change Recovery Services and chair of the Mental Health Action Group in our Rotary District.
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Camp Visit: August 3, 2023
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2023-07-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 19, 2023
As members of Rotary District 5150, you are also invited to participate in these two events: Vocational Service Virtual Session on SCORE - SBA’s Resource Partner for No Cost Professional Business Mentoring on July 25, 2023 starting at 12 noon. For more information and registration, click here. Sip & Savor Social in San Rafael on July 29, 2023 starting at 4 PM. For more information and registration, click here.
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Connect in Rotary District 5150
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2023-07-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Jul 13, 2023
Our Club's Youth Services Committee is seeking advisers for Interact and Rotaract. Advisers can work in pairs or small teams to support each Interact and Rotaract Club.  Interact: Interact clubs bring together young people ages 12-18 to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. Our Club currently oversees two Interact Clubs in collaboration with the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown: one at Lowell High School and the other at George Washington High School. The adviser for each Interact Club must be available to meet in person either midday or after school once a month.  Rotaract: Rotaract clubs were created to bring together young people ages 19-30 to take action in their communities and develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. Our Club currently oversees two Rotaract Clubs: one at the University of San Francisco in collaboration with the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown and the other at San Francisco State University in collaboration with the Rotary Club of San Francisco West. While Rotaract clubs can now operate independently, a Rotarian adviser is still recommended for guidance. The adviser must be available to meet once every 1-2 months either in person or online.
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Opportunities to Become Involved with Youth Services
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2023-07-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 12, 2023
As members and guests arrived, David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired) took a moment to look at the tables beautifully set and ready for our Club to begin a new Rotary year. Immediate Past President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the first meeting of the 2023-2024 Rotary year to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. photo by Dora Dye Induction of New President Joining Immediate Past President Christopher on the podium were our new Club President Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) and our new District Governor Laine Hendricks (Public Relations and Marketing | County of Marin). DG Laine expressed her pleasure at attending her own Club's luncheon in person and inducted President Sunny. photo by Jim Patrick
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 11, 2023: President Sunny Singh
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2023-07-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jul 12, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on July 18, 2023 as our newest member of our corporate member - Catholic Charities San Francisco: Bridget Mahoney (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF). In addition, former Club member Hana Xu Wang (Financial Services: Advising | Wang Wealth Advisors, LLC) is rejoining our Club, also on July 18, 2023. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed additions to our membership.
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Membership News: July 2023
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2023-07-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Todd St Vrain on Jul 06, 2023
Two to three volunteers are needed early on the morning of Monday, July 31, 2023 from approximately 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM to help check in 60 students heading from San Francisco to the RYLA camp. Two to three volunteers are also needed to supervise the pick-up of the campers when the bus returns on Friday, August 4, 2023 estimated at 5:30 PM and staying until the last camper is picked up around 6 PM. The pick-up and drop-off location is the Academy of Art University, 601 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94107. Please contact Kristine Baltasar to volunteer and let her know which day(s) you can help. Please also copy me, Todd St Vrain, when you contact Kristine.
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RYLA Bus Volunteers Needed July 31 and August 4
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2023-07-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jul 05, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the May 23, 2023 Board meeting to order at 4:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Frank Yoke, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Mary Liu, Sunny Singh, Margaret Miley, Wendy Shew, Scott Plakun, Brian Lan, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent was Jeff Lerner. The invited guests were JT Forbus, Carlos Valdes, Nancy Graydon, and Luis Moran.
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May 2023 Board Highlights
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2023-07-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 04, 2023
As members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, we are also members of Rotary District 5150. This year's District Governor is our own Club Member, Laine Hendricks. Her theme for this Rotary year is Connect.
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What's New in Rotary District 5150
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2023-07-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 02, 2023
On June 30, 2023, the last day of the 2022-2023 Rotary year, members of our Club gathered at Nopalito to celebrate with tequila, mezcal, or any drink of their choice. Our Club provided the Happy Hour bites, and a good time was had by all. Present were Dan Davies and his guest, Social Chair Alisha Marfatia who organized this event, Anita Stangl, Maureen O'Shea, Lisa Stark, Ann Daugherty, Bill Gregory, Margaret Miley, Ozan Yasavur, and Merve Yasavur.
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Ending the 2022-2023 Rotary Year with a Fiesta
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2023-07-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye, Editor on Jul 01, 2023
This issue of Grindings is the first one for the new Rotary year of 2023-2024. Our first meeting will be on July 11, 2023 when new President Sunny Singh and his Board will share their plans for the year ahead. Please plan to join us then and throughout the year to Create Hope in the World (this year's Rotary International theme) as we continue to find the new normal. To inspire you, read the following story of optimism and hope about the Patrick family. Join a committee, read Grindings, and check our Club Calendar often to find events and future meetings and register. Happy New Rotary Year and Happy 4th of July!
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A Message from the Editor
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Dora Dye, Editor
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2023-07-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dan Joraanstad on Jul 01, 2023
Patrick and Co., owned by Rotarian and Club Member James "Jim" Patrick III, celebrated its first 150 years in business on Friday, June 23, 2023. The number of years celebrated indicates the kind of optimism we find in Jim. Asked about the demise of San Francisco, he points out that foot traffic in his store is up, more people are on the streets, and the restaurants are doing a good business. And historically, the City has gone through numerous cycles of boom and bust. He puzzled over why at this time our City has captured the attention of the national press with such an angry and negative portrait. The journalists should hang out with Jim just to catch some of his optimism. More than 20 Rotarians were among the 200 guests who came to the Anniversary Celebration. We were treated to delicious food from three different food trucks. A pleasant cocktail hour high atop the Patrick and Co. building on Mission Street brought us beautiful views of San Francisco.
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A Grand 150th Anniversary Celebration
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 22, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the last meeting of the 2022-2023 Rotary year to order at 12:13 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests We welcomed Past President and now Visiting Rotarian Casey Blair from the Rotary Club of Boise. Visiting us via Zoom was Lisa Schwie from the Rotary Club of Burnsville Breakfast in Minnesota. Thank you to Lisa for facilitating the wine donation to our Club. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced former Club Member Xu Wang who returned to visit us. Donna Duensing (Education: Seminary | Retired) introduced Barbara Lowe. President Christopher introduced his husband - Eric Sleigh - on Zoom. Another guest today was Margarita Baxter Lozano. Today's Meeting Recorded You can view today's meeting by clicking here. Please note that you can only hear but not see the Fashion Show portion as the performers were not in front of the camera.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 20, 2023: Celebrating and Thank You to President Christopher Wiseman
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2023-06-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 15, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called this meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests We welcomed four Visiting Rotarians today. First was Bill Stumbaugh from the Club Rotario Bahía de Caráquez in Ecuador. Bill is originally from San Francisco, but life's many opportunities took him to Ecuador. Next was Werner Sattlegger from the Rotary Club of Klagenfurt-Lindwurm in Austria who visits our Club whenever he is in San Francisco; it was great to see Werner again. Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) introduced his guest - Rabbi Jay Miller visiting from the Rotary Club of Burlingame. Finally, Malinda Monterrosa from the Rotary Club of Los Angeles joined via Zoom. Guests: Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced Club Member Kat Ebanks (Nonprofit Management), Kat's 6-month-old daughter, and Kat's mother-in-law Silvia Franceschini from Italy. Kat has been living in Italy. Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) introduced her guests: Ronald Bolden Jr. and Niko Kowell. Another guest today was Margarita Baxter Lozano.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 13, 2023: Awards Ceremony - Honoring our Club Members
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2023-06-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jun 14, 2023
On Saturday, June 10, 2023, more than 60 Rotarians, family, and friends gathered for an afternoon tea to celebrate Christopher Wiseman's tenure as the 2022–2023 President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Hosted by Dan Joraanstad and Bob Hermann at their lovely home in San Francisco, the tea included sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, petit fours, and, of course, tea and other beverages. The ‘partea’ was catered by one of Christopher’s favorite San Francisco spots - Lovejoy’s Tea Room. (Attendees were encouraged to dine at Lovejoy's on their own; just ask for Celine.)
In addition to the tea and treats, everyone enjoyed a surprise performance by Dan Joraanstad and Rick Harrell. Dan played the piano while Rick sang three musical numbers including a favorite of Eric Sleigh and President Christopher - Fly Me to the Moon.
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Partea for President Christopher
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2023-06-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jun 07, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called this meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Carmel Ballroom in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Our Visiting Rotarians today were Cristina Aquino from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco, District 5150 Governor Nominee Steve Wright from the Rotary Club of Pacifica, Past District 5160 Governor Jonathan Dwyer, Norma Faris Taylor from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Bayview, Brian Flaherty from the Rotary Club of San Francisco South of Market (SOMA), Lesley Kraechan from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, Vanita Louie from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, James O'Donnell from the Rotary Club of San Francisco South of Market (SOMA), Jim O'Grady from the Rotary Club of Petaluma Valley, Elizabeth Ranieri from the Rotary Club of San Francisco International Airport, Brian Rusch from the Rotary Club for Global Action, Howard Weathersby from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Bayview, Mark Williams from the Rotary Club of Midtown Atlanta, and Bruce Wright from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco. On Zoom were current Rotary District 5150 Governor Gary Chow, Past District 5230 Governor Joy Anderson, Past District 5170 Governor Richard Flanders, Past President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco Casey Blair, Past District 5150 Governor Peter Lagarias, Past District 5150 Governor Chris Gallagher, and Karen Schmautz from the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach in Florida. Other guests were Matthew Hawes, Clavel Bascom, Margarita Baxter Lozano, Derrick Cooper, Nikki Cooper, Grace Kuth, Austin Louie, Dr. Toye Moses, Simon Yu, Michael Rabara, and Jean Rosenblum. Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) introduced his guest - John Cremer. Barbara Streett (Nonprofit Administration | The Arc San Francisco) introduced her guest - Steffany Dignum. Past District 5150 Governor Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Retired) introduced his mother-in-law, Jackie Herrin, and his guest - Neeraj Miglani. Robin Azevedo (Retail: Mattresses | Retired, McRoskey Mattress Company) introduced her guest - Christopher Kazas. Christopher Davies (Real Estate: Property Management | Self-employed) introduced his guest - Douglas Konecki. Carlos Valdes (Real Estate: Sales | Aeternum Holdings, Inc.) introduced his guest - Manny Posadas.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 6, 2023: Lunch with San Francisco Mayor London Breed
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2023-06-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Jun 01, 2023
Eight Rotarians from the Rotary Club of San Francisco gathered to pack 50 Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) baby shower bags at Hoogasian Flowers on the evening of Thursday, June 1, 2023. The Rotarians (pictured from left to right) were Carrie Schucker, Bill Gregory, Margaret Miley, Andrés Vera, Luis Moran, Christopher Davies, and Donna Duensing. ~ photo taken by Rhonda Poppen
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Homeless Prenatal Program Baby Shower Bag Assembly
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Posted by Stacey Poole on May 29, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the April 25, 2023 Board meeting to order at 4:04 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Frank Yoke, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Mary Liu, Sunny Singh, Margaret Miley, Brian Lan, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent were Wendy Shew, Scott Plakun, and Jeff Lerner. The invited guests were Ozan Yasavur, JT Forbus, Bob Hermann, and Dan Davies.
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April 2023 Board Highlights
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2023-05-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on May 25, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members: Brizette Castellanos (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) Stephen Geisheker (Technology Support | Retired) Brizette and Stephen will be inducted at an upcoming luncheon (date to be announced). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: June 2023
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2023-05-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on May 16, 2023
Past President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called this meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed those online and those attending in person at the Anzu Restaurant in the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Our Visiting Rotarians today were District Governor Nominee (DGN) Steve Wright from the Rotary Club of Pacifica and Joel Valdes from the Rotary Club of Manila. Robin Azevedo (Retail: Mattresses | Retired, McRoskey Mattress Company) introduced her daughter-in-law - Ahna Azevedo. Nancy Graydon (Development | Glaucoma Research Foundation) introduced her guests - Allen Habel and Catalina San Augustine. John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates) introduced his guest - Yuri Yasukawa whom John had met through Dan Davies (Information Technology: Consulting | North American Lighting). Other guests were Rose Chung, today's speaker - Lauren Kivowitz and her husband - Adam Weiner.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 16, 2023: Lauren Kivowitz and Inclusive Arts
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2023-05-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on May 10, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order on time and acknowledged the upbeat attitude of the second oldest Rotary Club in the world. Guests Stephanie Schmautz (Elder Care and Senior Services | The Carlisle) introduced her mother - Jackie Herrin. Lynn Luckow (Development | LikeMinded.org) introduced his guest - TJ Chartrand. Margaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired) introduced her guest - Margarita Baxter-Rosarios, formerly with the Consulate of Spain in San Francisco.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 9, 2023: Eric Schmautz and Rotary International Conventions
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Posted by Bill Poppen on May 10, 2023
The 2023 Bike Build was held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the TogetherSF warehouse on Mariposa Street and one nearby block of York Street in the Mission District. This was our 13th Bike Build and our biggest one yet. Over 100 volunteers were involved during the event, including 20 Rotarians from the Rotary Club of San Francisco and 4 from other Rotary clubs.
Volunteers built over 180 bikes in just over three hours that morning. These bikes plus the pre-assembled bikes donated by the YMCA and their partners filled up almost one block of York Street, awaiting pick-up. The Bayview YMCA was a major partner in the event and coordinated the sign-up for over 200 kids from the Bayview who received the bicycles. Excited kids and their families began lining up an hour before the scheduled giveaway time, and by 1:30 PM, all of the bikes were gone!
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Coming Together to Create a Successful Bike Build
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2023-05-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on May 05, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarian Cynthia Hamada from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco sang the Star-Spangled Banner to open the meeting.  Visiting Rotarians and GuestsIn addition to Cynthia Hamada, the following Visiting Rotarians were also in attendance: District Governor Gary Chow from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco and Loren Boyett from the Rotary Club of Fort Morgan in Colorado. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced his guests from the San Francisco Black Tie Club: Don Morrison, Stephen Weiner, Norm Dito, Arnold Dito, Ben Wong, and Dan Riley. Ann Daugherty (Financial Services: Private Trading | IBN Financial Services) introduced her guests: Vicki Potthoff, Lisa Essa, and today's speaker - Lisa Mirza Grotts. Lynn Luckow (Development | LikeMinded.org) introduced his guest - Brian Healy. President-Elect Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) introduced his guest - Carlos Valdes.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 2, 2023: Lisa Grotts and A Tribute to Charlotte Shultz
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 05, 2023
Congratulations to Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) for winning Rotary International's Service Above Self award. This prestigious award is for Rotarians and Rotaractors who demonstrate their commitment to helping others by volunteering their time and talents and is the highest RI award for a volunteer. RI Director 2021-2023 Vicki Puliz, RI President Representative John Smarge, and District 5150 Governor Gary Chow presented the RI Service Above Self Award to Anita Stangl on April 29, 2023.
Only a District Governor can nominate a candidate for this award. Our current District 5150 Governor Gary Chow nominated Anita to recognize her dedication to Rotary and her work to save children and communities impacted by "cleft lip and palate by providing free comprehensive treatment, while training and equipping local teams to sustainably provide quality, long-term care."
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Anita Stangl Receives Rotary International's Service Above Self Award
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 05, 2023
Dear Readers, I am writing to invite you to submit stories for publication in Grindings. I am especially interested in stories on recent Rotary events that you have attended. The deadline is every Thursday at 5 PM, and this will be a hard deadline so that I can get the issue of Grindings done in time for release on Sunday. If you miss the Thursday deadline, your story will appear in the following Sunday's issue or a future issue. Photos are welcome too, but photos alone without a story will not be published. I need a written explanation as well as identification of those in the photos. I am also following our Club's policy on photos: "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 our Club." All stories and photos must be sent to me via email only. If you have any questions, please contact me. I continue to enjoy serving as your Editor.
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A Message from Your Editor
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Posted by Stacey Poole on May 02, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the March 28, 2023 Board meeting to order at 4:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Frank Yoke, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Scott Plakun, Mary Liu, Sunny Singh, Margaret Miley, Brian Lan, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent were Wendy Shew and Jeff Lerner. The invited guests were Ozan Yasavur and Charlie Miles.
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March 2023 Board Highlights
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 26, 2023
Todd St Vrain and Lynn Luckow were guests at the Northern California Junior Achievement Hall of Fame Luncheon on April 21, 2023 where they were cultivating a partnership between Junior Achievement and RYLA. Todd and Lynn met many high school students interested in RYLA and a few college students interested in becoming facilitators at RYLA Camp. Lynn Luckow, Cristene Burr (CEO of Junior Achievement Northern California), and Todd St Vrain
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Members in the News: April 2023
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Apr 26, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members: Robert Beadle (Real Estate: Sales | Coldwell Banker) Carlos Francisco Valdes (Real Estate: Sales | Aeternum Holdings, Inc.) Carlos will be inducted at our luncheon on May 16, 2023. Robert will be inducted on a date to be announced. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: May 2023
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Posted by Bill Poppen on Apr 21, 2023
We need your help at the upcoming Bike Build event on Saturday, May 6, 2023. This is our 13th Bike Build and promises to be our biggest one yet.
We'll be assembling 180 brand new bikes for distribution to kids in Kindergarten through 4th grade in the Bayview area of San Francisco. This event is a financial partnership among the Rotary Club of San Francisco, the Rotary Club of San Francisco Bayview, the Rotary Club of San Francisco Greater Mission, the Bayview Hunter's Point YMCA, TogetherSF, and the Academy of Art University. Also partnering with us on the event will be the San Francisco Police Department, the San Francisco Firefighter's Union, and the Salvation Army Kroc Center. In addition, the SF Bike Coalition and YBike San Francisco will have representatives at the event.
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Posted by Alisha Marfatia on Apr 18, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Past District Governor Chris Gallagher from the Rotary Club of Sausalito and Paul Vazquez from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening. Angelina Preza (Sales: Travel | Aquarium of the Bay) introduced her guest - Amy Heffner. Margaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired) introduced her daughter - Laura Handlery. Robin Azevedo (Retail: Mattresses | Retired, McRoskey Mattress Company) introduced her son - Robert Azevedo. President Christopher introduced his husband - Eric Sleigh and guest - Anthony Clifford. Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced her guest - Robert Harris. Other guests were Rae Sansa and today's speaker - Vern Glenn.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 18, 2023: Vern Glenn and Sports in the Bay Area
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Apr 13, 2023
On April 11, 2023, members of our Club gathered at the home of Betty Newman to celebrate Passover with a traditional evening Seder, the special meal in which family and friends gather to retell (often in Hebrew) the story of how the Jews had fled from slavery in Egypt approximately 3,400 years ago. Those who celebrate Passover share stories of past Seders and think about how the redemption of the Jews from slavery so many years ago obligates us to build a better world.
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Celebrating Passover
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Posted by Alisha Marfatia on Apr 04, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Past President Casey Blair, Cynthia Bustos from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Sunset, and Joel Valdes from the Rotary Club of Manila and his son, Carlos Francisco. Our guests were Tony Coen, Holley Arbeit, Jack Grippi, Jeffery Douglass, Robert Harris, Sam Moss, Patrick Marks, Gent Sturgeon, and today's speaker - President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors Aaron Peskin. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced his guest - Mark Malaspina. Tom Christian was the guest of Dr. Elisa Stephens (Education Management | Academy of Art University) and Michael Petricca (Education Management | Academy of Art University).
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 4, 2023: Supervisor Aaron Peskin and San Francisco at the Crossroads: Opportunity, Challenge, and Resiliency
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Apr 01, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the February 28, 2023 Board meeting to order at 4:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Wendy Shew, Frank Yoke, Jeff Lerner, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Scott Plakun, Mary Liu, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent were Sunny Singh, Margaret Miley, and Brian Lan. The invited guests were JT Forbus, Robin Azevedo, David Dye, Dan Davies, and Ozan Yasavur.
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February 2023 Board Highlights
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2023-04-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 31, 2023
On Sunday, March 26, 2023, Rick Harrell delivered the performance more fully described here. ABC 7 News was there; see the news story here.
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In the News: Rick Harrell
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Mar 29, 2023
President-Elect Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) was on vacation. It was noted that both Sunny and Christopher shared a passion for the same drink in Mexico. Happy Birthday The audience wished Clifford Phillips (The Arc San Francisco) a happy 50th birthday. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
Mary Fermi (Education | San Francisco Unified School District) introduced Becky Rudd, today's Visiting Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Woodside/Portola Valley. Michael Petricca (Education Management | Academy of Art University) introduced his guest, Academy of Art University Athletics Director Brad Jones. Bill Gregory (Educational Services | Retired) introduced his guest, Donna Duensing who recently retired from the Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary. Also attending as our guest was today's speaker Ann Killion.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 21, 2023: Ann Killion and Bay Area Sports
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Mar 28, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club on April 18, 2023 as our newest members: Donna Duensing (Education: Seminary | Retired)
Andrea Gung (Non-profit Administration | Duo Duo Project)
Nikki Moore (Law | San Francisco District Attorney's Office) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: April 2023
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Margaret Miley
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 23, 2023
On March 18, 2023, Rotary District 5150 held its Spring for Rotary, a fundraiser for the Rotary International Foundation Annual Fund. This event complete with a mimosa reception, silent and live auctions, brunch, and celebration, was held at the lovely Marin Art and Garden Center and raised over $100,000 for the Annual Fund. With the beautiful flowers, hats including fascinators, and spring clothes all around, it did appear that spring had arrived. Pictured from left to right: Ann Daugherty, Carrie Schucker, Angelina Preza, Emily Borland, Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, Sunny Singh, Dora Dye, and David Dye. Not pictured but attended were Eric and Stephanie Schmautz along with daughters Molly and Katie and District Governor-Elect Laine Hendricks.
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A Message from Your Editor
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Mar 16, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko on a very stormy and windy Tuesday. Today's Guests Bal Raj Capur (Management Services | The BTI Group) introduced his daughter, Maya Capur. Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) introduced his guest, Jack Schroeder. Other guests were Robert Hunter and Ronny Grooms.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 14, 2023: Jessica Hansen and Burning Man
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Mar 08, 2023
Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the January 17, 2023 Board meeting to order at 4:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Wendy Shew, Frank Yoke, Margaret Miley, Jeff Lerner, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Scott Plakun, Brian Lan, Mary Liu, and Stacey Poole, constituting the entire Board. The invited guests were JT Forbus, Robin Azevedo and Grace Reed.
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January 2023 Board Highlights
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Mar 07, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's visiting Rotarians were our speaker PDG Mark Flegel from the Rotary Club of Menlo Park and his wife Shirley, Mary Kay Kennedy also from the Rotary Club of Menlo Park, and Joel Valdez from the Rotary Club of Manila. Mary Kay is the wife of Jim Kennedy (Interior Design | James Kennedy Design). Joel and President Christopher exchanged Rotary flags. Our guests were Diane Stark from the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank, Caylee Burditt, Charlie Miles, and Nikki Moore.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 7, 2023: Mark Flegel and the Young Paul Harris
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2023-03-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Mar 07, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on April 4, 2023 as our newest member: Charlie Miles (Software Engineering | Charlie Miles Inc.). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: March 2023
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2023-03-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Mar 03, 2023
Emergency Services Day (ESD) honors the workers who protect and support our City and Bay including the Police and Fire Departments, the Sheriff's Office, the Coast Guard, and new this year, the Department of Emergency Management/911 and the Park Rangers. The Honorees for the 2023 Emergency Services Day held on February 27, 2023 were: Sergeant Joshua Arnold of the San Francisco Sheriff's Office; Park Ranger Amanda Barrows of San Francisco Recreation and Parks; Battalion Chief Matthew Cannon and Paramedic Anthony Chiacco of the San Francisco Fire Department; Officer Raylene Larot of the San Francisco Police Department; Intelligence Specialist 3 Mason Kuri of the United States Coast Guard; and 9-1-1 Dispatcher Marissa Manalo of the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management.
There were members from nine different Rotary clubs, the honorees and their loved ones, and special guests in the audience. The audience was the largest ever for this special event. The sold-out crowd was in a jubilant mood as they entered the Academy of Arts sunlit Automobile Museum at Van Ness and Washington in San Francisco. The dazzling collection of antique cars framed 24 rows of dining tables running the length of the hall where the crowd enjoyed lunch. Special thanks to Club Member Michael Petricca and Honorary Member Dr. Elisa Stephens for the gift of this marvelous venue.
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2023 Emergency Services Day: Honoring Bravery and Service
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2023-03-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Mar 02, 2023
Since its first meeting more than one hundred years ago, Rotary has grown into an international organization with clubs in nearly every country and our membership sharing a singular passion for making the world a better place for everyone. We all come from Somewhere. We all have a Story.
Understanding our identities better helps us see how our biases were formed. I recall our Family Values being expressed through stories told with inherited gifts and visits to places of historic significance. While I like to think of myself as “Quintessentially American”, my ancestors were mostly Western European: English, Welsh, Scottish, and Scotch-Irish. My family's story is about immigrants coming to a New World in search of a better life, freedom, civil rights, and the opportunity to survive and later thrive.
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A DEI Moment
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2023-03-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Mar 02, 2023
It's Grant Season! The San Francisco Rotary Foundation is slated to grant at least $194,851 in the 2023-24 Rotary year. The deadline to submit a grant application is April 7, 2023—no exceptions! Application and additional information are found here. The Committees in our Club have until April 19, 2023 to submit recommendations to me, President-Elect Sunny Singh, on how to allocate the funds. I will then present these recommendations to the Club's Board. The Board will review and forward the final recommendations to the San Francisco Rotary Foundation.
Note: Anyone who received a grant for the 2022-2023 Rotary year (current year) must submit a final report by or before April 30, 2023.
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Grants and Grant Deadlines
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Sunny Singh
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2023-03-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Feb 22, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Ozan Yasavur (Engineering: Mechanical | Bioforcetech Corporation) introduced his wife, Merve, to the audience. Announcement Weekly attendance at our luncheon meetings suggests that our Club has only a few members, but we have over 125 members in our Club. If there is a member whom you have not seen in a while, please reach out and invite them to a meeting.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 21, 2023: Semi-Annual Club Assembly
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Robin Azevedo
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Posted by Jim Patrick on Feb 16, 2023
About 50 Rotarians, family, and friends gathered together to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 12, 2023. The crowd enjoyed laughter, fellowship, the game, and a potluck. In addition to watching the Big Game, everyone kept an eye on the board bearing the names of the players of our Club's Super Bowl Pool. $12,300 was raised for the 50/50 Campaign. The winners of the Pool (in order of their win) were: Dan Joraanstad, Scott Plakun, Allan Herzog, Jim Patrick, Robin Azevedo, Frank Yoke, Mary Liu, and Jeff Yih. Each winner will receive a Paul Harris Fellowship. Jim and Jeff will each receive two PHFs. Congratulations to all!
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2023 Super Bowl Party and Winners
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2023-02-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Barbara Streett on Feb 14, 2023
The Monday Night Supper Club of The Arc San Francisco Friends Like Me Program returned to in person this past Monday, February 13, 2023. Nourishment and fun were had by all. The evening started off with everyone pitching in to dress the salad and heat up rotisserie chickens and Mac and Cheese. After dinner, everyone enjoyed games, dancing, and chocolate-covered strawberries.
The Rotary Club of San Francisco funds the Monday Night Supper Clubs. Thank you to the following members of our Rotary Club for leading this evening's Supper Club: Christopher Davies, Clifford Phillips, and Barbara Streett. In addition to being a Rotarian, Clifford is also a participant and Barbara is also the Volunteer Manager of The Arc SF.
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Sign up for the Monday Night Supper Club with The Arc SF
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2023-02-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Feb 07, 2023
Immediate Past President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) opened the meeting. President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) was under the weather and participated via Zoom. After Immediate Past President Mary made opening remarks, Past President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) took over the helm and ran today's meeting held online and in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests We had two visiting Rotarians: Melissa Cross - past president of the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening and Joel Valdez from the Rotary Club of Manila. Joel and Past President JT exchanged Rotary flags. Joel told the audience that his Rotary club is 104 years old and the largest in Asia. Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced her guest - Andrea Gung of the Duo Duo Project, whose mission is to end the dog and cat meat trade in China. Maureen O'Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her guest - Alicia Tos of the Smuin Contemporary Ballet. Other guests were Stephen DeLay, Jennie Held, and today's speaker - Jack McBrayer.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 7, 2023: Jack McBrayer
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2023-02-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Feb 01, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. He announced that the Glaucoma 360 events from February 2-4, 2023 would take him away from today's Rotary luncheon; Past President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing | GRANTdog) would step in to conclude today's luncheon. Guests Today's guests were Marija Filmar, Dr. Arlen Hoh, Meagan Mod, Ildiko Polony, Eric Smith, and today's speaker - Andrew Fraknoi. 2022 Holiday Photos President Christopher shared the 2022 Holiday Photo of Emily Borland (Engineering, Architecture, and Construction | Emily Borland Specifications) and her family.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 31, 2023: Andrew Fraknoi and the James Webb Space Telescope
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2023-02-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jim Patrick on Feb 01, 2023
Invitation: Everyone is invited along with their families and guests to a big, free SUPER BOWL PARTY on February 12, 2023 starting at 3 PM. Doors will open at 2:45 PM and kick off will be at 3:20 PM. You are also invited to play the 2023 SUPER BOWL POOL. See details below, and contact Jim Patrick by February 10, 2023 to purchase your square(s). Registration and Potluck: Please register here so that we know how many are coming and so that our Social Chair Alisha Marfatia can contact you about the potluck. For the potluck we ask that you bring a dish for 10 to share with the group. Soft drinks and wine will be provided at no cost to you.
Location: We will meet at the Academy of Art Automobile Museum, 1849 Washington Street (corner of Washington Street and Van Ness Avenue), San Francisco, CA 94109. If you are driving, there should be ample street parking on a Sunday.
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2023 Super Bowl Program
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2023-02-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Jan 27, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Guests Today's guests were Marija Filmar, Charlie Miles, Meagan Mod and today's speaker - Russell Low. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced Peter de Castro (Financial Services: Advising | RBC). Peter is an active member of our Club who has been living in Paris. 2022 Holiday Party Photos President Christopher continued to share 2022 Holiday Party photos that he has received. Thank you to Ozan Yasavur (Engineering: Mechanical | Bioforcetech Corporation) for sharing his photos today with the Club.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 24, 2023: Russell Low and Spirit of the Early Chinese American Pioneers: One Family's Story
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Posted by Alisha Marfatia on Jan 20, 2023
SAVE THE DATE for "Pal"entine's Happy Hour on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 from 5 to 7 PM. Grab a post-work, pre-dinner drink to celebrate our Rotary friendships on "Pal"entine's Day! We'll be hosting a low-key get together at a member's home with light bites and drinks included. Feel free to drop by or stay for the whole time. All Rotarians and their guests are invited. More information to come.
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"Pal"entine's Happy Hour
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2023-01-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jan 19, 2023
October 25, 2022 Board Highlights Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the October 25, 2022 Board meeting to order at 4:01 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Wendy Shew, Frank Yoke, Margaret Miley, Jeff Lerner, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Lisa Christian, Scott Plakun, Brian Lan, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent was Mary Liu. Club members JT Forbus, Dan Davies, Dora Dye, Rachel Donovan, and Jeff Yih also attended the meeting.
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October 2022 and November 2022 Board Highlights
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2023-01-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jan 18, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on February 7, 2023 as our newest member: Meagan Mod (Nonprofit Administration | Smuin Contemporary Ballet). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: January 2023
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Margaret Miley
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2023-01-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 12, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. Today's meeting was on Zoom only. Today's Guests Today's guests were Carolyn Broadus, Carol Ede, Alvin Huie, Meagan Mod, and our speaker - Michael Conley. Today's Meeting Recorded Today's meeting was recorded for all to enjoy. Click here to view the highlights.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 10, 2023: Michael Conley and the Power of Music
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2023-01-12 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jan 04, 2023
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the first meeting of 2023 to order at 12:15 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Assistant Governor Sylvia Barry from the Rotary Club of Novato Sunrise, Rami Branbo via Zoom from a Rotary Club in Sweden, Past District Governor Peter Cheng from the Rotary Club of Hsinchu Silicon Valley - Taiwan, and Karen Schmautz - mother of PDG Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Retired) - from the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach in Florida. We also welcomed Charlie Miles and today's speaker - City Attorney David Chiu.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 3, 2023: City Attorney David Chiu
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 29, 2022
After the restrictions of the pandemic lifted, the aftermath changed the way we were to such a degree that we are still trying to find a solid path on which to move forward. Working from home became the desire of many, affecting attendance at events outside the home. Our Club continues to offer a variety of activities and events in different modes. As part of your New Year's Resolutions, we hope that you will find a way to join us. Here are some ideas:
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New Year's Resolutions
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Posted by Stacey Poole and Dora Dye on Dec 25, 2022
The Rotary Club of San Francisco’s Holiday Party was held on December 13, 2022 at the Hotel Nikko. The festivities started early with fellowship, a chance to spin the wheel to win a prize, a make-up session with artist Lawrence Wu, fun at the photo booth, music by the Spencer Hoefert Quartet, and champagne. At 12 noon, President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) welcomed Rotarians and guests and wished everyone a happy holiday season.
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Recap of the 2022 Holiday Party
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Stacey Poole and Dora Dye
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 17, 2022
We have reached the final issue of Grindings for 2022. I will be taking a break. Grindings will not be published on December 25, 2022, but will resume on January 1, 2023. We have already started to plan the new year. Take a moment to view the Club calendar for events in January 2023 and beyond. Registration is required for all events so that we can plan accordingly and send you additional information as needed. The Club continued its hybrid (i.e., meeting simultaneously in person and via Zoom) meetings in 2022. With the help of Social Chair Alisha Marfatia, President Christopher collaborated more with other Rotary clubs. President Christopher also tried more in-person only events such as the successful Fashion Show and Friend Raiser and 2022 Holiday Party. As of the publication of this issue, I have not received all of the information on the 2022 Holiday Party. The full story should be published in the next issue of Grindings.
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A Message from Your Editor
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Dora Dye
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2022-12-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 17, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the 2022 Annual Meeting to order on December 13, 2022. Club Secretary Stacey Poole (Law: Family | Lerner Poole & Stewart, LLP) certified that a quorum was present. President Christopher celebrated the current members of the Board and thanked each for their service. Next, the audience was introduced to the candidates to fill upcoming officer vacancies for the term beginning on July 1, 2023. President Christopher called for voting members to approve by acclamation the candidates selected by the Nominating Committee.
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Highlights of the 2022 Annual Meeting
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2022-12-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Barbara Streett on Dec 15, 2022
The Arc San Francisco Friends Like Me Program will return to in-person services beginning in February 2023. Friends Like Me is a recreational program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at The Arc SF. One of the programs that Friends Like Me hosts is a Monday Night Supper Club which is funded by the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Rotarians volunteer to help with meal set-up and then, sit, eat, and get to know our participants. Supper Club is a weekly event with 5-8 volunteers. We will be reserving the third Monday of every month (2nd Monday of the month if there is a Monday holiday) for Rotarians. If you are interested in volunteering for more nights, please contact Barbara Streett.
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In-Person Supper Club Returns to The Arc San Francisco
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Posted by Jeff Lerner on Dec 09, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. The meeting began with a holiday song to welcome the season of celebration and merriment. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Steve Sibulsky from the Rotary Club of Valle Verde-Green Valley in Arizona, Karen Schmautz - mother of Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Wells Fargo) - from the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach in Florida, and Carrie Schucker from a Rotary club in Davis. We also welcomed Ilene Wolf and today's speaker - Reverend Glenda Hope.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 6, 2022: Reverend Glenda Hope and Women Transitioning out of Prostitution
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2022-12-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Timothy Hornbecker on Dec 08, 2022
Clifford Phillips joined our Club in April 2022. He is also a participant of The Arc San Francisco, an organization that our Club's Foundation supports. What makes Clifford's membership notable is that he is our first member with intellectual and developmental disabilities, adding his unique perspective to our activities and conversations. Like all Rotarians, Clifford decided to join Rotary to help others and support the community – something he already does everyday in The Arc community.
A native San Franciscan, Clifford grew up in the Bayview and Western Addition. He now lives in an apartment in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood. He is a lifelong volunteer and cares deeply about social justice. He is also a dynamic performer and public speaker and makes instant connections wherever he goes.
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Our Club Opens a New Door: Meet Clifford Phillips
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Timothy Hornbecker
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2022-12-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Dec 04, 2022
The San Francisco Chamber of Commerce invites members of our Rotary Club to join by January 31, 2023 and receive a 10% discount in membership dues. The SF Chamber of Commerce attracts, supports, and grows business through advocacy, economic development, and business development. Your benefits will include: - opportunity to showcase your products at SF Chamber of Commerce events, programs, and marketing channels.
- exposure through offering member-to-member deals.
- networking opportunities with leaders from all businesses.
- access to San Francisco Chamber Care for discounted health care for your employees.
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Invitation to Join the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
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Sunny Singh
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2022-12-04 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 02, 2022
This past Tuesday was Giving Tuesday, a movement to show generosity and support within our community and the world. On this day, I reflected on what it means to be a Rotarian and how I can support the activities and service projects in our Club. After the world returned to meeting in person again, I found that my jobs took more of my time. Many people did not return to work, and the labor shortage meant that I had to work lots of hours. That meant less time to be at Rotary events and service projects. So I turned to giving more effort in serving as your editor and to donating more so that there would be funding to continue the projects that benefit our community. My husband, David, and I joined the Paul Harris Society. Recently, we were told that we have become Major Donors in Rotary. We see our dollars helping those in need. A great example is the recent Thanksgiving at The Arc San Francisco. On November 30, 2022, Barbara Streett wrote this thank you message:
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The Season for Giving
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Dora Dye
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2022-12-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Nov 29, 2022
I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on January 3, 2023 as our newest member: Carrie Schucker (Psychology | Retired). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: November 2022
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Margaret Miley
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2022-11-29 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 24, 2022
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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Notes from the 2022 Rotary Zones 26 and 27 Institute
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2022-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 24, 2022
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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Thanksgiving Means Service Above Self for the Rotary Club of San Francisco
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2022-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Nov 22, 2022
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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Report from the Nominating Committee
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Sunny Singh
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2022-11-22 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Nov 17, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Rick Harrell (Arts Therapy | Heroes' Voices) played guitar and sang a song that he had composed on the tragedy of suicide among veterans. It was lovely and a touching tribute! Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Brandon Fleming from the University District Rotary Club in Seattle, Washington, Sharon Herman and Arnie Miller from the Rotary Club of Brookline, Massachusetts, Andrew Quinones of the Rotary Club of Pomona, Julia Spark from the Rotary Club of Busselton-Geographe Bay in Australia, and Carrie Schucker from a Rotary club in Davis. We also welcomed Christopher Kazas, Diane Laster, and today's speaker - Executive Chef Adam Mali. Andrew, the grandson of Robin Azevedo (Retail: Mattresses | Retired, McRoskey Mattress Company), introduced Buster and Beau; they are two dogs belonging to staff members at the Hotel Nikko.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 15, 2022: Meet the Hotel Chef
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Margaret Miley
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2022-11-17 08:00:00Z |
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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.
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Price Increase for Late Registration and Walk-in
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2022-11-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Nov 10, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation), sporting a new look and perfect vision, called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. He welcomed those online and those attending in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Brandon Fleming from the University District Rotary Club in Seattle, Washington, Jean Schore from the Rotary Club of Eugene, Oregon, and Jesse Bowdle from the Rotary Club of Oakland. Maureen O'Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her guest, Megan Mod. We also welcomed Troy Wilson and Yulanda Kwong from Cameron House and today's speaker - John Rothmann.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 8, 2022: John Rothmann and Election Day
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Robin Azevedo
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2022-11-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Nov 02, 2022
It was a raucous and happy crowd of Rotarians and guests attending via Zoom or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko that President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called to order at 12:15 PM. Today's event was a Fall Membership Appreciation Lunch. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Tekwane Mwendwa from Nairobi and Carrie Schucker from a Rotary club in Davis. Maureen O'Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her neighbor, Rae Sansa. Margaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired) introduced her guest, Robert Hunter, who was the stage manager for our Club's first fashion show on October 18, 2022. Bob Hermann (Information Technology: Administration | Retired UCSF) introduced Don Morrison, who has helped us over the years with our Bike Build Program. Ann Daugherty (Financial Services: Private Trading | IBN Financial Services) introduced her guest, Ken Tang. President Christopher introduced his husband, Eric Sleigh. We also welcomed Patricia Davico.
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ROTARY CELEBRATION HIGHLIGHTS November 1, 2022: Fall Membership Appreciation Lunch
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Larry Booth
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2022-11-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Oct 26, 2022
August 30, 2022 Board Highlights Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called the August 30, 2022 Board meeting to order at 10:47 AM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. Attendees in person or on Zoom included President Christopher, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Wendy Shew, Frank Yoke, Margaret Miley, Jeff Lerner, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Mary Liu, Brian Lan, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent was Lisa Christian. Club member JT Forbus also attended the meeting.
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August 2022 and September 2022 Board Highlights
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2022-10-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Oct 26, 2022
I am pleased to announce that the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of San Francisco unanimously approved San Francisco State University on October 25, 2022 as our newest corporate member. In accordance with our Club Bylaws, the following will be inducted as our newest members in November 2022: Jaime Chaves (Education | San Francisco State University) Kevin Simonin (Education | San Francisco State University) Vance Vredenburg (Education | San Francisco State University). Some of you may remember Vance. He is a former member who wishes to rejoin our Club. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: October 2022
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Margaret Miley
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2022-10-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jeff Lerner on Oct 20, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) welcomed over 90 members, Visiting Rotarians, and guests to our Club's first ever Rotary Fashion Show and Friend Raiser inside the Monterey Room at the Hotel Nikko. October 2022 BirthdaysToday's special event opened with everyone singing "Happy Birthday" to members celebrating a birthday in October. See the birthday list here. Our Club's History
President Christopher shared with the audience our Club's history from its beginnings in 1908 to the present. He explained that our Club is a community to make the world a better place and that our members joined for fellowship and service to others.
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SPECIAL EVENT HIGHLIGHTS October 18, 2022: Fashion Show and Friend Raiser
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Jeff Lerner
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2022-10-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 18, 2022
Our District 5150’s Annual “Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY) Fundraising Campaign” is underway. Through this Campaign, we support The Rotary Foundation’s Annual Fund Share where almost half of the donations go back to our Club as District Designated Funds (DDF). Our Club makes the decision how to use DDF, either for a District Grant supporting community service projects, a Global Grant, or to contribute to other TRF funds. This year the EREY Fundraising Campaign sets a target for each District 5150 Rotarian to contribute $250. Through our Annual Fund Share contributions, Rotarians ensure that we will continue to “Do Good In The World.”
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EREY Campaign is underway
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Dora Dye
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2022-10-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Oct 13, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending via Zoom or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. He began the meeting with some fun facts about inflation. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Werner Sattleger from the Rotary Club of Klagenfurt in Austria attending in person and Carol Hunter from a Rotary e-club in Toronto attending via Zoom. Other guests were Gio Franco, former Club member Esther Landau, Zenna Burge, and today's speaker - Gary Schlossberg.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 11, 2022: Gary Schlossberg and Inflation
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Larry Booth
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2022-10-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 10, 2022
The eradication of polio is one of Rotary International's longest standing and most significant efforts. This year World Polio Day is on Monday, October 24, 2022.
Rotary District 5150 is holding a Polio/Abilities Awareness Expo on Sunday, October 23, 2002. Our generous sponsors, Sanofi and PDG Russ and Kathy Ketron, have made it possible to offer to you “Buy One Ticket, Bring A Friend For Free.” The $20 registration fee includes lunch for the both of you. Please invite others, including the public, at this same discounted rate. If you have already registered and would like to bring a friend for free, please return to the Event Registration link below and click on “Manage My Account” to modify your registration.
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Polio & Abilities Awareness Expo
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Dora Dye
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2022-10-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu and Dora Dye on Oct 07, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone attending via Zoom or in person inside the Carmel Ballroom at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Past District Governor Mark Flegel from the Rotary Club of Menlo Park, Dr. Lily Muldoon from the Rotary Club of Saipan, and Julia Spark from the Rotary Club of Busselton-Geographe Bay in Australia. Dr. Muldoon was a former member of our Club. Bob Hermann (Information Technology: Administration | Retired UCSF) introduced his guests: Lieutenant Jonathan Baxter, Louis Cid Rebolledo and Natalia Mashal. Angelina Preza (Sales: Travel | Aquarium of the Bay) introduced her guest, Shelby Taketa. Dan Davies (Information Technology: Consulting | North American Lighting) introduced his guest, Yuri Yasukawa. Other guests were Carrie Schucker, Captain Brian Quin, and today's speaker - Lewis Loeven.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 4, 2022: Lewis Loeven and Fleet Week
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Mary Liu and Dora Dye
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2022-10-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 06, 2022
Our Club's calendar lists all events and meetings including Committee Meetings. During the week of October 9, 2022 to October 15, 2022, the Vocational Service Committee will meet on Monday, October 10, 2022 at 5 PM. Register here. The Membership Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at 12 noon. Register here.
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Committee Meetings in the week ahead
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Dora Dye
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2022-10-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Oct 05, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco President Christopher Wiseman called his first Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes Present were President Christopher, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Wendy Shew, Lisa Christian, Frank Yoke, Margaret Miley, Jeff Lerner, Maureen O’Shea, Emily Borland, Mary Liu, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Brian Lan was absent. Club Member Scott Plakun also attended the meeting.
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July 2022 Board Highlights
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Stacey Poole
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2022-10-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Oct 04, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marian Sorbo. Marian was never a member of our Club, but she was a dedicated Rotarian and a Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Club of Windsor/Windsor Locks. She was the widow of a Past District Governor in Connecticut and the mother of a local friend of our own Scott Plakun. Marian participated in several Thanksgiving luncheons at The Arc San Francisco with us. She visited our Club and generated a strong kinship within our Club. While attending Rotary International conventions, she made it a point to befriend members of our Club. See here for more information on Marian Sorbo and her celebration of life.
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Remembering Our Friend, Marian Sorbo
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Scott Plakun
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2022-10-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 29, 2022
Our Club's calendar lists all events and meetings including Committee Meetings. During the week of October 2, 2022 to October 8, 2022, the Speakers Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 2 PM. Larry Booth is the new Chair of the Speakers Committee. Register here. The Community Service Committee will also meet on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 6 PM. Project leaders joining this meeting should be prepared to share information about their project. Everyone else is encouraged to join to learn about all of our latest local community service projects. Contact Emily Borland for additional information. Register here.
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Committee Meetings in the week ahead
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Dora Dye
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2022-09-29 07:00:00Z |
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Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) students Presley, Emma, and Mirabelle led a successful book drive for the Jefferson Elementary School District in Daly City. The goal was to collect used and unwanted children's books and redistribute them to a place in need.
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ALPS Book Drive: a success
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2022-09-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Sep 22, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and shared some historical facts about the San Francisco Police Department. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were District Governor Nominee and Chief of Staff Steve Wright from the Rotary Club of Pacifica, Carrie Chinn and Rick Chinn from the Rotary Club of Millbrae, Julia Spark from the Rotary Club of Busselton-Geographe Bay in Australia, Marilyn Becklehimer from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Sunset, and Rey Naik from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening. Maureen O'Shea (Governmental Relations | Retired) introduced her guests: Catherine Liang (our reigning Miss California), Daniel Riley, Debra Leylegian, Robert Beedle, and Torrance Bynum. Luis Moran (Real Estate: Sales | Coldwell Banker) introduced his guest, Blaire Jahn. Other guests were Carrie Shucker, Jackie Herrin, Guadalupe Valenzuela, Lilli Milton, Sergeant Vic Lee, and today's speaker - San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 20, 2022: San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott
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David Dye
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2022-09-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Wendy Shew on Sep 21, 2022
On Wednesday, September 14, 2022, our Club's Vocational Services Committee held its first networking event to kick off the year! The event was a Champagne Tasting with champagne from Chandon donated by Jason Nyeh, a start-up founder, and snacks and truffles provided by Trader Joe’s. Club members who participated were CJ Albano, Jenny Campbell, Mary Liu, Wendy Shew, and Ozan Yasavur. Joining them were guests, bringing the attendance to 15 and professions in real estate, banking, life insurance, education, and engineering.
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Champagne Tasting: Mix and Mingle
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2022-09-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Sep 15, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone attending via Zoom or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were President-Elect Leena Pem Sewpaul of the Rotary Club of Montebello, Mauritius and President Malinda Monterrosa of the Rotary Club of Los Angeles. Our guests were Clifford Phillips, Pamela George, Katherine Grillo, Isabella Montgomery, and Erica Nave.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 13, 2022: Meet President Malinda Monterrosa
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Robin Azevedo
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2022-09-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Sep 08, 2022
On August 30, 2022, Rotarians met at the warehouse of Hoogasian Flowers to generously stuff 60 backpacks with adorable and top quality clothing and items for newborns of mothers taking classes at the HPP. Many thanks to Harold Hoogasian for offering his warehouse space to assemble the backpacks. Harold also generously donated his own time to deliver the backpacks to the HPP. On September 7, 2022, Club members Victoria Lozano and Robin Azevedo respectively attended the morning and early afternoon baby showers at the HPP building where a dozen expectant mothers were honored. Each of these mothers received one of the Rotary backpacks and other baby items; each was recognized for completing the HPP prenatal classes.
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What's Happening Between the Rotary Club of San Francisco and the Homeless Prenatal Program?
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Robin Azevedo
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2022-09-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 01, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone attending via Zoom or in person inside the Carmel Room of the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were District Governor Gary Chow from the Rotary Club of South San Francisco and District Governor Nominee and Chief of Staff Steve Wright from the Rotary Club of Pacifica. Attending in his capacity as Assistant Governor was David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired). Our guest today was Zara Rowbotham.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 30, 2022: District Governor Gary Chow's Visit
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Dora Dye
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2022-09-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 19, 2022
Our Club's calendar lists all events and meetings including Committee Meetings. During the week of August 21, 2022 to August 27, 2022, the Vocational Service Committee will meet on Monday, August 22, 2022 at 5 PM. Register here. The Development Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 12 noon. Register here. The 2023 Emergency Services Day Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 6 PM. Register here.
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Committee Meetings in the week ahead
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Dora Dye
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2022-08-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 18, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) logged in from Stockholm, Sweden and called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM Pacific time. Today's meeting was on Zoom only. Visiting Rotarian and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarian was Edgar Hernandez Delgado from a Rotary club in Morelia, Mexico. Today's guest was our speaker - Dan Walters.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 16, 2022: Dan Walters and California's State of the State
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Dora Dye
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2022-08-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Aug 15, 2022
Stephanie A. Urchick of the Rotary Club of McMurray, Pennsylvania has been nominated to be President of Rotary International for 2024-2025, making her only the second woman to hold this position. Read the full story here.
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Nomination for 2024-2025 Rotary International President Announced
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Dora Dye
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2022-08-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley and Dan Joraanstad on Aug 11, 2022
Our new Rotary 101 classes began this past Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Dan Joraanstad led the first meeting covering the nuts and bolts of being a new member: online resources, the structure of Rotary, the primary officers on the Rotary Board, how to get involved as a Club leader, and last, how to propose a new project. A few long-term members joined the meeting to lend assistance as well as new members interested in getting a broad overview. The people who attended were Rachel Donovan, Jeff Yih, Ozan Yasavur, CJ Albano, Bob Hermann, Anita Stangl, Nancy Graydon, Maureen O'Shea, JT Forbus, Dan Joraanstad, and Margaret Miley.
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Rotary 101 August 9, 2022: Highlights
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Margaret Miley and Dan Joraanstad
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2022-08-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 10, 2022
 Past President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:16 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) was on vacation and will return at our next luncheon. Visiting Rotarians and Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Terry Chu from the Rotary Club of Shanghai and Sandhya Jaiprakash of the Rotary Club of Bangalore. Our guests were Rex Vokey; Derick Yih - guest of Jeff Yih (Retired); Dan Carico - husband of Esther Lerner (Law: Family | Lerner Poole & Stewart, LLP); Georgie Evans - guest of Bill Gregory (Educational Services | Retired); and today's speaker - Kevin McCormack.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 9, 2022: Kevin McCormack and how California is turning the promise of stem cell and gene therapies into reality
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2022-08-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 05, 2022
Our Club's calendar lists all events and meetings including Committee Meetings. During the week of August 7, 2022 to August 13, 2022, the Membership Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 12 noon. Register here. The Speakers Comittee will also meet on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 2 PM. Register here.
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Committee Meetings in the week ahead
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2022-08-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Aug 03, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Nonprofit Management | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:17 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Due to the large number of Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests today, President Christopher had all visitors in person and online stand for a big round of applause. I n Solidarity with Ukraine What a moving meeting! The room and the agenda were packed full! Club members and guests stood in solidarity as the National Anthem of Ukraine was powerfully sung by Natalie Ter-Agopova, a soprano soloist, who is a choir mate of Ann Daugherty (Financial Services: Private Trading | IBN Financial Services). Brightening the room were two very large baskets of sunflowers (the Ukrainian national flower), thoughtfully donated by Harold Hoogasian (Retail: Florist | Hoogasian Flowers).
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 2, 2022: Dmytro Kushneruk and an Update on Ukraine
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2022-08-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Mathers on Aug 01, 2022
Climate Crisis and the Assisi Lifestyle: At the end of 2021, an in-depth study was done by the Kantar Group on concern and responses to the climate crisis. In the United States, 74% of respondents said they were concerned or very concerned about climate change. However, only 49% said they were willing to change their lifestyle to address the crisis. And when it comes down to specifics of what was “very important”: 32% said reducing energy consumption; 25% supported public transportation; 23% noted reducing travel by plane; and 18% identified reducing meat consumption. Clearly, there is the desire to address the issue but we (the developed economies) do not want to give up our lifestyle. Part of this is a function of education (what can we do and why), and part is simply inertia (we all have full agendas).
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November 2022 Assisi Global Climate Action Forum
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2022-08-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jul 31, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on June 28, 2022 via Zoom. President Mary Liu called the meeting to order at 12:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Mary, President-Elect Christopher Wiseman, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Lisa Christian, Ed Shenkan, Brian Lan, Nancy Graydon, Jeff Lerner, Miranti Ojong, JT Forbus, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent was Bob Hermann. Also in attendance were incoming Board members Margaret Miley, Wendy Shew, and Frank Yoke.
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June 2022 Board Highlights
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jul 31, 2022
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on August 9, 2022 as our newest member: Cherry Albano (Insurance: Life | New York Life). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: July 2022
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 29, 2022
Our Club's calendar lists all events and meetings including Committee Meetings. During the week of July 31, 2022 to August 6, 2022, the Community Service Committee will hold its first meeting on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6 PM. Register here.
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Committee Meetings in the week ahead
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 25, 2022
Maria Victoria Lozano joined our Club on July 19, 2022. She is not new to Rotary. At age 14, Maria became a member and former president of an Interact club. In 2013, she was a Rotary exchange student in the Philippines, and in 2019, she joined Rotaract at the United Nations as a volunteer. Maria is from Venezuela and comes from a restaurant family in Rubio. While living in Caracas, she developed her skills as a pastry cook. Five years ago, she joined her sister in San Francisco and found work as a pastry chef. During the pandemic lockdown, she was out of work. To survive, Maria and her sister founded Andina, a pop-up Venezuelan kitchen serving such items as arepas and other Venezuelan foods. Her life and business were the subject of a San Francisco Chronicle story recently.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Maria Victoria Lozano
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 22, 2022
Clifford Dochterman, Rotary International President 1992-1993, passed away on November 23, 2021. Our Club immediately paid tribute to him. See Peter Lagarias' tribute and tributes from other members of our Club. Cliff's Celebration of Life was postponed due to COVID-19 and is now scheduled as follows: August 13, 2022, at 1:00 PM Pacific time at the Serbian Cultural Center in Moraga, California.
He was a one-of-a-kind man who knew how to bring joy to the world and who positively impacted so many lives with his inspiration and imagination. His family invites you to celebrate his remarkable life. Feel free to dress in accordance with Cliff’s cheerful spirit.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP so that there are enough refreshments. Please call (209) 931-4085, or email Claudia Mennuti by August 9, 2022. If you are unable to attend in person, but would like to honor Cliff, a Zoom link will be provided. Please send your email information to Claudia Mennuti. You will receive the link several days prior to the event.
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Rescheduled Celebration of Life for Past RI President Cliff Dochterman
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 20, 2022
President Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:16 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians included immediate past president Richard Swart from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown attending in person. On Zoom were president Steve Pomeroy from the Rotary Club of Los Altos, Stan Scardino from the Rotary Club of Los Altos, and president Taye Doherty from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Bayview. Also on Zoom were Interactors Nancy Deng, Jenny Lew, Nathan Tjong, and Erika Wu as well as today's speaker - Dianne Easton.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 19, 2022: Dianne Easton and Leadership Perspectives
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 20, 2022
 A month ago, I shared with you my experience as mentor to new member Mary Fermi. See story here. Mary and I continue on our journey together in Rotary. This past Saturday, she and I along with Rotarians from eight different Rotary clubs in Rotary District 5150 participated in the monthly San Francisco Rotary Clean-up. This particular Clean-up hosted by the Rotary Club of San Francisco Sunset was held at Ocean Beach. Not only did we get to hang out with great Rotarians and clean up the area around Ocean Beach, but everyone who participated that day was treated to free Ben & Jerry's ice cream, courtesy of Roger Kaufman of the Rotary Club of Fisherman's Wharf.
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Membership News: Making new friends in Rotary
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A message from District Governor Gary Chow: Below is a quick 10-minute, online training opportunity to help our Rotarians recognize and safely act upon a potential human trafficking situation. The Bay Area Anti-Trafficking Coalition (BAATC) has presented at many of our Rotary clubs and Human Trafficking workshops over the past four years. Although this particular training focuses on activities at airports, the same awareness and procedures are applicable anywhere. You can report suspicious behavior 24/7 to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at: 1-888-373-7888.
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Bay Area Anti-Trafficking Coalition Training Opportunity
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 14, 2022
Immediate Past President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Carmel Ballroom at the Hotel Nikko at 12:14 PM. She then introduced our 2022-2023 Club President - Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation). Induction Ceremonies Led by District Governor Gary Chow Our new District Governor, Gary Chow, joined in person to induct President Christopher and then, our Club's 2022-2023 Board of Officers and Directors. DG Gary brought out his bag of coins and gave President Christopher and each Board member present a Rotary Four-Way Test Coin.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 12, 2022: President Christopher
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Posted by Alisha Marfatia
The Rotary Club of Fisherman's Wharf is having its first club social of the year on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 5:30 PM at the San Francisco Brewing Company in Ghirardelli Square. They have graciously extended the invitation to any of our Club members who are interested in joining. The event will be outdoors (weather permitting), and there is a $20 fee for food which will be included. Beverages can be purchased separately. For those who would like to know more or attend, please email me, your Social Chair, Alisha Marfatia, no later than Wednesday, July 20th at 9 AM.
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Rotary Club of Fisherman's Wharf Social July 21, 2022: Meet Rotarians from Another Club in the District
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Posted by Betsy Koefoed on Jul 12, 2022
In 2009 when Past District Governor Bill Koefoed was being queried, he immediately went to his decades-long profession as owner of the Dale Carnegie Franchise in the San Francisco Bay Area to tell them that he wanted to bring a superior quality of leadership training to the Rotarians in Rotary District 5150. When he was subsequently selected as the District Governor for 2010-2011, he asked his Rotarian wife and long-time business partner, Betsy, to take the reins on this promise and bring it to fruition into District 5150.
After considerable research into Rotary-based trainings, it was determined that Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS), as developed in Rotary District 5240, had the “bones” of the training they wanted to bring to 5150. Wanting to experience the training at its source, Betsy, Michael Ford, and Bob Pope (initially chosen faculty members) drove down to Santa Maria, CA once a month to actually take the PRLS training in District 5240. Having themselves then graduated from PRLS, Betsy, as the designated 5150 PRLS Founder and Director, set up a faculty training program and the date for the first Basic PRLS class - May 1, 2010. The class was held at the Dale Carnegie Headquarters (at the time) in San Mateo and was sold out. Thirty excited Rotarians gathered that Saturday morning to experience the training that would become the hallmark of District 5150. The faculty conducted three Basic PRLS classes in 2010 followed by the establishment of the five Master PRLS class series in 2011.
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PRLS' History and Legacy: Leadership Training for Rotarians
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Jul 11, 2022
At the June 2022 Board meeting, the 2021-2022 Board unanimously approved an increase in the membership dues by $100 for all levels. Our Club's dues have not gone up in over a decade. Increasing the cost of membership was extensively discussed in the previous year, but taking action could no longer be avoided. This increase will allow our Club to continue to have a balanced budget in the 2022-2023 Rotary year and in years to come. Below is a table showing the increases for annual dues effective July 1, 2022.
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Dues Increase Effective in Rotary Year 2022-2023
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Jul 10, 2022
This week, our Club kicks off the new Rotary year. Join me and the 2022-2023 Board as we share our goals and plans with you on  July 12, 2022. If you have not already registered, please register now for the July 12, 2022 meeting.
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A Word from the President: July 10, 2022
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 01, 2022
Congratulations to Michael Petricca! He is Rotary District 5150's Rotarian of the Month for July 2022. Read the full story here.
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July 2022 District Rotarian of the Month
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Posted by Dora Dye, Editor on Jul 01, 2022
This issue of Grindings is the first one for the new Rotary year of 2022-2023. In the past two years, we had to reimagine how to be Rotarians without being together physically. In this coming year, we will Imagine Rotary (this year's Rotary International theme) as we continue to emerge and live with a virus that will not leave us. Read the following message from your new president - Christopher Wiseman - as he takes us on a journey of new ways to connect and do good in the world. Join a committee, read Grindings, and check our Club Calendar often to find events and future meetings and register. Happy 4th of July!
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A Message from the Editor
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2022-07-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Jul 01, 2022
Dear Friend and Member, Thank you for your commitment to the Rotary Club of San Francisco! We are on this journey together, and your contributions are invaluable to communities in San Francisco and around the world. The Rotary Club of San Francisco joins over 1.4 million passionate individuals as well as over 46,000 clubs worldwide. We are an international organization and a local community leader, leading change in our backyard and across the world.
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President's Message, July 1, 2022
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jun 28, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on May 31, 2022 via Zoom. President Mary Liu called the meeting to order at 12:02 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes. In attendance were President Mary, President-Elect Christopher Wiseman, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Lisa Christian, Ed Shenkan, Brian Lan, Nancy Graydon, Jeff Lerner, Bob Hermann, JT Forbus, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent was Miranti Ojong. Also in attendance was Dan Joraanstad, representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation.
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May 2022 Board Highlights
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2022-06-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club on July 19, 2022 as our newest member: Victoria Lozano (Catering Services | Andina). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: June 2022
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2022-06-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye
 Anita Stangl, our 2006-2007 Club President, remains very active in our Club and recently invited a small group of Rotarians to her home for a home cooked meal. As one of the lucky guests, I can absolutely say that "Anita can cook". The menu included marinated chicken, homemade potato salad, homemade coleslaw, warm bread, an eggplant dish, lots of wine, and berries and cream for dessert. Everything was delicious!
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Fellowship with Rotarians
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 23, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called her final meeting as Club president to order at 12:16 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Carmel Ballroom at the Hotel Nikko. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were District Governor Danielle Lallement, District Governor-Elect Gary Chow, Assistant Governor Liz Mark, District Governor Nominee Laine Hendricks (Public Relations and Marketing | County of Marin) on Zoom, District Governor Nominee Designate Steve Wright, Past District Governor Ron Gin, Past District Governor Ross Smith all the way from down under - Australia, Cristina Aquino (President of the Rotary Club of South San Francisco), Richard Swart (President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown), Mary Geong (President-Elect of the Rotary Club of Oakland), Yuhui Chen (District 5150 Vocational Service - Rotary Means Business Chair and member of the Rotary Club of Menlo Park) and Mukasa Nassar of the Rotary Club of Kampala-Nsambya in Uganda. Michael Petricca (Education Management | Academy of Art) introduced his guest, Brad Jones. President Cristina Aquino introduced her guest - Ricky Garcia. Other special guests were Jennifer Byrd of the Salvation Army and Cherry Albano.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 21, 2022: Celebration and Thank You to President Mary Liu
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 22, 2022
 I joined this Club in 2016. In almost six years, I have met some outstanding Rotarians in both our Club and the District who mentored and engaged me. Recently, I was asked to be a mentor to our newest member. I readily accepted this new experience. My mentee is Mary Fermi. At our first meeting, we learned that we both worked in private industry and then became educators. Next, we talked about the red badge requirements. These requirements are to allow a new member the opportunities to learn more about Rotary and our Club and to get to know more members in our Club. Once Mary completes these requirements, she will lose the red ribbon on her name badge now and become a full member. I was also excited to teach Mary how to use ClubRunner to update her information. I look forward to accompanying Mary through her journey in Rotary.
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Membership News: Being a mentor
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 22, 2022
Interested in serving our Community? RotaCare Northern Peninsula Free Medical Clinic is seeking long-term volunteers. Ideally, a volunteer commits to working in person one to two times per month over a period of at least six months. Here are the current openings:
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RotaCare Seeks Volunteers
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 15, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:18 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Nick Locsin from the Rotary Club of Manila and William F. Jones from the Rotary Club of Kona Mauka in Hawaii. President-Elect Nominee Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) introduced special guests Victoria Lozano and her sister, Maria Lozano.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 14, 2022: Year-end Member Recognition and Awards Ceremony
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 14, 2022
Sally Swanson joined Rotary in 1991 and our Club in 2013. She is the Founding Principal and CEO of Sally Swanson Architects, Inc., specializing in architecture, planning, and accessible design. Sally has managed her own award–winning firm since 1980. Headquartered in San Francisco, the firm is a 100 percent Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE) and DGS-certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) dedicated to serving the design needs of K-12 school districts, community colleges, municipal agencies, and private clients throughout the United States.
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Member in the News: June 2022
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Posted by Jeff Lerner on Jun 07, 2022
President-Elect Nominee Sunny Singh (Financial Services: Advising | PK Wealth Management) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's Visiting Rotarians were Ryan Beil from the Rotary Club of Dallas and Narasimha Dwarakanath, an immediate past Rotary president from Bangalore, India. Andrés Vera (Entertainment | Self-employed) introduced his guests - John Ferguson and Dr. Amr Selim. Lynn Luckow (Development | LikeMinded.org) introduced his guest - Sam Eriksmoen. Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced Mary Fermi; Mary will be inducted into our Club next week. Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced Caryl Ito, who happens to be a neighbor to both Dan and Bob Hermann (Information Technology: Administration | Retired UCSF). Other guests today were ALPS Program Manager Harmony Ma who attended via Zoom and today's speaker - Barry Posner who attended in person.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 7, 2022: Barry Posner and The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership and How They Make a Difference!
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Posted by Stacey Poole on May 31, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Rotary Club of San Francisco Board of Directors met on April 26, 2022 via Zoom. President Mary Liu called the meeting to order at 12:01 PM. Stacey Poole, Secretary, recorded the minutes.
In attendance were President Mary, President-Elect Christopher Wiseman, Gary Dales, Sunny Singh, Lisa Christian, Ed Shenkan, Brian Lan, Nancy Graydon, Jeff Lerner, JT Forbus, and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Absent were Miranti Ojong and Bob Hermann. Also absent was Dan Joraanstad, representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. Guests at this Board Meeting were Club members Wendy Shew and Todd St Vrain.
The Board reviewed and approved the Minutes of the March 22, 2022 Board meeting with a minor correction. The Board also reviewed and approved the March 2022 Financial Statements. The Club remains strong financially from a liquidity position.
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April 2022 Board Highlights
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on May 31, 2022
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members: Dalila Dynes (Nonprofit Administration | Catholic Charities SF) as a member of our corporate member - Catholic Charities San Francisco on July 19, 2022. Mary Fermi (Education | Retired) on June 14, 2022. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: May 2022
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Posted by Emily Borland on May 26, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Special Guests President-Elect Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation) introduced his guests - Kenzie Ferguson, Beth Muzy, Roger Rajeshinhia, Cat San Agustin, and Allen Habel. Also present was Mary Fermi.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 24, 2022: Diane Stark and the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank: Its Challenges and Goals
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on May 19, 2022
President-Elect Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:18 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Special Guests Attending in person were Mary Fermi, today's speaker - Janet Kessler, and her husband, Albert Kessler.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 17, 2022: Janet Kessler and Citizen Coyotes of San Francisco: Where they are, Who they are, How to get along
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Posted by Mary Liu and Dora Dye on May 12, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) began the Zoom-only meeting at 12:15 PM. Past President Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) managed the meeting on Zoom and welcomed everyone as they joined. Special Guests Today's special guest was Christina Koetteritz, president of the USF Rotaract Club sponsored by both our Club and the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown. Also online was today's speaker, Dr. Diane Birnbaumer.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 10, 2022: Dr. Diane Birnbaumer and The SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic: Where We've Been, Where We Are, and Where Do We Go from Here?
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Posted by Emily Borland on May 12, 2022
We are excited to announce that we are having two in-person events at the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) in June! Maybe you’ve heard about our support of HPP in the past, but you haven’t had a chance to get involved due to COVID. These are your opportunities!
On Tuesday, June 7, 2022, we will gather at HPP located at 2500 18th Street in San Francisco at 5:30 PM to organize diaper bags for mothers-to-be. We have a limit of 12 attendees to make 50 bags of baby clothes, towels, health kits, hats, and other items. Afterwards, we will enjoy a brief tour of the facility so that Rotarians can better understand HPP’s services. Street parking is available near HPP.
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Homeless Prenatal Program Diaper Bag Assembly and Baby Showers Return
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Posted by Margaret Miley on May 05, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarian was Mary Kay Kennedy from the Rotary Club of Menlo Park; Mary Kay is the wife of Jim Kennedy (Interior Design | James Kennedy Design). Ozan Yasavur (Engineering: Mechanical | Bioforcetech Corporation) introduced his wife, Merve. Other in-person guests were Victoria Lozano, Angelina Preza, and today's speaker, Shawn Rosenmoss. Online our guest was Dr. Hollis Pierce-Jenkins.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 3, 2022: Shawn Rosenmoss and San Francisco’s Climate Action Plan
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on May 01, 2022
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on May 17, 2022: Angelina Preza (Sales: Travel | BayEcotarium EcoXpeditions) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: April 2022
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 30, 2022
Wendy Shew joined our Club on March 1, 2022. On Friday, April 29, 2022, Wendy was the special guest on Sapiens Signature Event: The Silicon Valley Podcast with Host Shawn Flynn. If you would like to hear this podcast, please contact Wendy.
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Members in the News: April 2022
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 25, 2022
Todd St Vrain joined our Club on April 19, 2022. He is the North America Regional Manager for the University of Melbourne. Todd recruits students from the US and Canada to complete undergraduate and graduate degrees or study abroad as a visiting student at Australia's leading university.
He lives with his partner in the Westwood Park neighborhood of San Francisco. Todd enjoys exploring cultures through food, movies with subtitles, music, and travel. He also likes to get out to experience nature hiking, kayaking, biking, and running. Todd has been in San Francisco for four years, but traveling extensively for work the first two years and mostly being at home the last two years.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Todd St Vrain
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Posted by Csongor Czezar on Apr 21, 2022
At the recent day of service at Rotary Meadow, I captured some amazing photos of the beauty and nature there. Please view and enjoy. In addition to the photos of nature, I have included photos of Abigail Alfonso, who works at the Plant Nursery, and her sister, Alyssa Alfonso. Check the Club calendar for our next day of service at Rotary Meadow and join us.
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Nature's Beauty at Rotary Meadow
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Apr 20, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarians were Joel Valdez from the Rotary Club of Manila; District 5150 Governor Nominee Designate Steve Wright of the Rotary Club of Pacifica; and Jean Schore of the Rotary Club of Eugene. Jean attended via Zoom and was formerly a member of our Club from October 4, 1994 to June 26, 2017. Margaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired) introduced her guest - Mary Fermi. Christopher Davies (Real Estate: Property Management | Self-employed) introduced his guest - Jill Hodges. Esther Landau (Nonprofit Administration | The Arc San Francisco) introduced her guest - Kristen Pedersen. Also visiting us was Rachel Kaloian. Tim Hornbecker (Nonprofit Management | Retired, The Arc CA) reintroduced himself to the Club since it had been a while since he had attended a meeting in person.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 19, 2022: Celebrating Passover
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Apr 14, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarians were District Governor Nominee Designate Nancy Anderson from the Rotary Club of Seabrook in Texas and her guest, Robert Anderson; Joel Valdez from the Rotary Club of Manila; and Paul Vazquez from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening. Our guests were Todd St Vrain, Jean Rosenblum, and Colant Scholar Isabella Godillo. ALPS Program Manager Harmony Ma joined the meeting via Zoom.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 12, 2022: Celebrating Our Beneficiaries
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Apr 14, 2022
Celebrate Earth Day and our Bay Area ALPS youth leaders on April 23, 2022! Join us at our youth-led beach cleanup at Ocean Beach to help the local community and learn more about the effects of climate change in this neighborhood. Come see what our youth have been up to, how they've used social media to educate their peers about climate change, and spend some time volunteering for Earth Day this year.
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Celebrate Earth Day 2022 with ALPS Youth Leaders
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Apr 08, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) kicked off the Zoom-only meeting at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarian was Christian Amsberry from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening. Also online were today's speaker Michael Sera, ALPS Program Manager Harmony Ma, Ashley and Jason Boney, and three students from Abraham Lincoln High School in San Francisco: Chrissy Collins, Amanda Tam, and Zoe Yee.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 5, 2022: Michael Sera and Why is Japantown important?
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2022-04-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Susan Dean on Apr 08, 2022
If you’re coming in person to our Passover Seder at our April 19, 2022 luncheon meeting, please consider bringing one or more pairs of new crew-style socks for men or for women. The Seder teaches us that the time we spent as needy strangers in Egypt compels us to care for people we don’t know. The socks will be donated to the young adults in the California Conservation Corp. who respond to natural and manmade disasters.
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Sock Donation at April 19, 2022 Rotary Luncheon
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2022-04-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Apr 07, 2022
Sam Yates was a member of our Club from March 15, 1988 to February 1, 2014. As Senior Vice President of Investments for RBC Wealth Management, he played an important role for many years in managing the funds held by the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. He was one of the investment managers who regularly provided a financial “prognostication” as the first speaker of the calendar year. Sam passed away on November 10, 2021. See his obituary. If you have a copy of A Tradition of Fellowship and Service: The Rotary Club of San Francisco at 100, you can find more information on Sam's contributions to our Club and to Rotary.
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In Memoriam: Samuel M. Yates
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Scott Plakun
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2022-04-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 31, 2022
In December 2021, we remembered Charlotte Mailliard Shultz who was a member of the Rotary Club of San Francisco from November 1, 1987 until she passed away on December 3, 2021. She was the Chief of Protocol for the state of California and the Chief of Protocol for the City and County of San Francisco. See story here. On March 30, 2022, the top names on San Francisco's social and political register gathered to remember and honor her. See full story here.
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Members in the News: March 2022
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2022-03-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Mar 30, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Carmel Room. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's distinguished speaker was 2016-17 Past Rotary International President (PRIP) John Germ. Joining him was his wife, Judy Germ, who is also a Rotarian. We were honored to have a long list of visiting Rotarians: District Governor Danielle Lallement, District Governor-Elect Gary Chow, Past District Governor Jayne Hulbert, Past District Governor Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Wells Fargo), Past District Governor Wyn Spiller (currently Zone 27 Endowment/Major Gifts Adviser), District Governor Nominee Designate Steve Wright, and District 5160 Governor Designate Dan Geraldi. Other visiting Rotarians attending in person were: Cristina Aquino, Yuhui Chen, Gene Duffy, Brian Flaherty, Ron Harness, and Mary Kay Kennedy. District Governor Nominee Laine Hendricks (Public Relations and Marketing | County of Marin), Past District Governor Chris Gallagher, Past District Governor Bill Koefoed, Past District Governor Brenda Cressey (also first woman Rotary Foundation Chair in 2018-19), Susan Angel, Jesse Bowdle, Salvador Farfan, Betsy Koefoed, John Marshall, and David Stompe joined via Zoom. Other guests were Angelina Preza, Joseph Christianson, and Janice Pavel.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 29, 2022: RI Past President and Trustee John Germ on New Directions of TRF
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2022-03-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Mar 24, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Board of Directors met on February 22, 2022. A quorum was present, and Jeff Lerner attended as a guest. The Board reviewed and approved the Minutes from the January 25, 2022 Board Meeting. Treasurer Gary Dales presented the January 2022 Treasurer's Report, noting that the Club was still in a strong financial position. The Board began to discuss the need for a second set of eyes to review the Club's financial books, but discussion was tabled until best practices could be determined.
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February 2022 Board Highlights
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Stacey Poole
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2022-03-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Mar 22, 2022
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on April 19, 2022: Aida Jones (Photography Services | Bay Area Headshot Company) Todd St Vrain (College Recruitment | University of Melbourne). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: March 2022
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Nancy Graydon
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2022-03-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 21, 2022
Wendy Shew joined our Club on March 1, 2022. She is the Founder of Building Education, a non-profit organization that serves to eliminate extreme poverty by building 1,000 schools and sponsoring education to spark a legacy of change. On April 25, 2015, an earthquake hit Nepal and damaged 9,000 schools. Since then only 4,000 have been rebuilt. Wendy volunteered three months after the earthquake in disaster relief and from there, she founded Building Education in 2017 to help with relief efforts. Prior to community service work, Wendy studied aviation, learned to fly single engine prop planes, and worked in the international aviation business as a jet engine specialist. After volunteering in October 2014 at a girl’s orphanage in India, she realized that her passion is making an impact in the world and the lives of others. Wendy quit her job in February 2015, sold all of her things, and left the country to travel the world all across Asia, Europe, and Africa for six years.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Wendy Shew
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Dora Dye
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2022-03-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Mar 20, 2022
Neither drizzly rain nor the "It's Saturday; I want to sleep in thoughts" could keep Rotarians away from a day of service in the environment. Spirits, laughter, and motivation were high as the group quickly banded together to do some good work outdoors. Our goals were clear: go out, clear, and propagate Rotary Meadow with Yarrow seeds. Yarrow plants are flowering plants that are usually disease-free, grown to encourage butterfly gardens and to pollinate species, which we all know is good for the environment. Along the way, we did have a butterfly sighting that Dan Davies was quick to snap, and of course, the salamanders greeted those who sometimes were surprised at how agile they are. The occasional snail or banana slug was in close proximity to our work.
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Doing Good at Rotary Meadow
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Bob Hermann
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2022-03-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Mar 18, 2022
 We are proud and excited to honor Dora and David Dye at the annual ‘Fund the Future’ Gala and Silent Auction on April 1, 2022 for their constant leadership, support, and advocacy for ALPS and Rotary Youth Leadership programs.
David and Dora Dye have been committed to youth leadership and development initiatives for almost a quarter of a century. David has enjoyed a rich journey with Boy Scouts of America, from his Eagle Scout honor as a 17-year-old-young man to parent volunteer, to in-school character-education program manager and employee. Dora is an incredible administrative asset to any organization with which she engages. She has volunteered as a summer camp counselor and merit badge counselor, served alongside David in each of these positions, and together they have positively impacted hundreds of young people through Scouts over the years.
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ALPS Gala 2022: Join to celebrate our guests of honor
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Rhonda Poppen
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2022-03-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Mar 17, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarians were Nik Barr from the Rotary Club of Carmel and Stan Pond from the Rotary Club of Foster City. Stan was a guest of Peter Logan (Law: Insurance | Peter Logan Law Offices). Peter brought additional guests: Toby Leavitt and Craig Moody from the San Francisco Shakespeare Festival and Phil Kohlmetz. Other guests were Angelina Preza, Harmony Ma, and today's speaker, Rebecca Ennals.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 15, 2022: Rebecca Ennals and Shakespeare for the Community
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2022-03-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 16, 2022
Ozan Yasavur became a Rotarian in December 2019 and joined our Club in March 2022. He was previously with the Ankara Bahcelievler Rotary Club in Turkey. Ozan is a mechanical/structural engineer for Bioforcetech Corporation, and his main responsibility is designing machines which transform organic streams into renewable energy and biochar.
He has been married to Merve Yasavur for two years; she is an architect. Ozan's favorite hobby is cooking and considers cooking to be more of a passion than a hobby.
Every day he sees animals and humans suffering. He would like to touch their lives by way of service projects. Ozan feels that the Rotary Club of San Francisco is one of the best places to create and to participate in such service projects.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Ozan Yasavur
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Dora Dye
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2022-03-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 12, 2022
A breath of anticipation was in the air as arrivals at the Nikko Ballroom took in the beautiful setting for Emergency Services Day (ESD), held since 1987. Everyone was excited. Past attendees knew that tales of heroism and dare were on the program and that the Club would put on the dog for our special guests. A large stage was backed by draperies and lights; spotlights hung from the ceiling to light up the platform. 18 tables were topped with floral displays. There was a bar and a photo booth just inside the room. It was an EVENT! Oversized portraits of the 10 honorees were displayed on easels in the lobby, popular for family and friend photos. Converging on the lobby area for registration were uniformed members of the Coast Guard, Sheriff’s Office, San Francisco Fire Department, and San Francisco Police Department, checked in, making quite an impression. For the first time in the history of this event, Healthcare Representatives joined us having given their all in battling COVID. ESD is a favorite of the Club and usually draws a large audience. This year 140 attendees enjoyed a riveting program, plus a fine three-course lunch if you attended in person. This year we offered an option for those to attend via Zoom if they could not attend in person.
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Emergency Services Day 2022: From where I stood
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2022-03-12 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Mar 08, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the 2022 Emergency Services Day celebration to order at 12 noon and welcomed the huge audience in attendance in the ballroom of the Hotel Nikko. Attending remotely via Zoom were more members and guests. Rotary Governors and Special Guests President Mary recognized District Governor Danielle Lallement; District Governor-Elect Gary Chow; Past District Governors Chris Gallagher, Ron Gin, and Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Wells Fargo); District Governor Nominee Laine Hendricks (Public Relations and Marketing | County of Marin); and District Governor Nominee Designate Steve Wright, who all attended in person. Past District Governors who attended via Zoom were PDG Jayne Hulbert and Peter Lagarias (Law: Franchise | Lagarias, Napell & Dillon). President Mary introduced the following special guests: Deputy Chief Thomas O'Connor from the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD), Chief Bill Scott from the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD), Sheriff Paul Miyamoto, Director of Health Dr. Grant Colfax, Coast Guard Command Master Chief Travis Cutler, Supervisor Connie Chan from District 1; Supervisor Myrna Melgar from District 7; and Office of City Administrator Carmen Chu.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 8, 2022: Emergency Services Day 2022
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Larry Booth
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2022-03-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 07, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Audrey McKeague. Audrey was a member of our Club from July 12, 2005 to March 1, 2022 (the day she died). See here for more information. She was a registered nurse. When she moved to San Francisco, she changed her career and sold pianos. Audrey was an accomplished pianist and played the piano often at our Club's meetings. In Rotary, she is most remembered for her work with the Salvation Army Harbor House. Not only did she believe in "Service Above Self", but she also lived by these words. Most of all, Audrey was proud to be a Rotarian. Below are the memories and tributes from two Rotarians who knew Audrey well.
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Remembering Audrey McKeague
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Dora Dye
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2022-03-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Mar 02, 2022
President-Elect Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Ozan Yasavur from Ankara Bahcelievler Rotary Club exchanged flags with President-Elect Christopher. Visiting Rotarian and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarian was Rudy Asercion from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Sunset who attended in person. Also attending in person were guest Merve Yasavur and today's speaker, Rodney Fong. The guests attending online were Aida Jones and Jeanne Gnuse.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 1, 2022: Rodney Fong and San Francisco Business Update
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Nancy Graydon
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2022-03-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 27, 2022
Beginning with the luncheon to be held on March 29, 2022, everyone will pay in advance. You will select either In-Person Registration or Zoom Registration.
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New! Payment for Rotary Luncheons
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Dora Dye
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2022-02-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Feb 25, 2022
Thank you to Michael Petricca for serving as our Interim VP of Club Service since July 1, 2021. Michael graciously agreed to continue his role as VP of Club Service until a replacement could be found. The Board is grateful to Michael for introducing us to Greg Grundstrom and Jesse Austin, both from the Academy of Art University to help each week at the Hotel Nikko with setup and tear down of our AV equipment and being our tech support during the meetings. We are also thankful to Michael for securing the venues provided by the Academy of Art University for our Club and district events.
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Appointment of Vice President of Club Service
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Mary Liu
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2022-02-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Peter Lagarias on Feb 24, 2022
Editor's Note: John Dracup passed away on December 20, 2021. Below is a story shared by Peter Lagarias, President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1992-1993. Peter went on to become District Governor in Rotary District 5150 in 2001-2002. One day John Dracup came to our Rotary lunch at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel, and by happenstance, he sat next to me. He was wearing his black horn-rimmed glasses and a pork-pie hat, looking altogether professorial. He was considering joining the Rotary Club of San Francisco because he had heard that Rotary was involved in water projects around the world. He added that he was an emeritus professor of civil engineering at the University of California at Berkeley. I told him that I was a Cal graduate. From that day onward, we became fast friends, and he steadily queried me for knowledge about Rotary with purpose. John was determined to serve.
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John Dracup: A great Rotarian and humanitarian
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Peter Lagarias
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2022-02-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Feb 24, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Board of Directors met on January 25, 2022 for the first Board meeting of the year. The meeting was called to order by Past President JT Forbus at 12 noon as President Mary Liu was under the weather. The Board reviewed and approved the November 30, 2021 minutes with a few amendments. Treasurer Gary Dales reviewed the December 2021 financial statements. The Club remains in a strong financial position. Certain Board members are reaching out to members who have yet to pay their 2021-22 dues.
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January 2022 Board Highlights
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Stacey Poole
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2022-02-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 23, 2022
John Dracup was a member of our Club from March 11, 2009 to December 2, 2016. He was a civil and environmental engineering professor emeritus, who specialized in hydrology and water resource engineering and taught at both UCLA and UC Berkeley for more than half a century. At the end of 2016, John moved to Santa Monica to be near his family and joined the Rotary club in Santa Monica. In Rotary, he is most remembered for building sustainable clean water systems funded by Rotary International in remote regions of developing countries. He conducted clean water projects in Kenya, Peru, Honduras, and Guatemala, and published a book entitled Clean Water for Developing Countries.
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Remembering John Dracup
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Dora Dye
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2022-02-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Feb 20, 2022
Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) is looking for new leadership coaches! Last school year, ALPS supported 12 unique youth-led community impact projects. Currently, we are halfway through the school year, and we have already supported 12 projects! Programs are growing quickly, and our capacity is largely limited by the number of leadership coaches available.
If you’ve wanted to make a personal, positive impact in the community and help cultivate ‘service above self’ leaders, becoming an ALPS leadership coach might be for you!
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ALPS: Support Bay Area Student Leadership! Coaches Needed!
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Harmony Ma
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2022-02-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 19, 2022
The State of California's mask mandate expired on February 16, 2022. San Francisco County dropped indoor masks for vaccinated people except in certain settings such as schools and public transit. However, California continues to require that people who have not gotten their vaccinations wear masks while indoors.
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Vaccination Required for In-Person Attendance at Club Luncheons
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Dora Dye
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2022-02-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted on Feb 17, 2022
Our Club is pleased to announce that we are once again helping the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) organize housewares for its clients seeking housing. We will meet on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 6 PM at Hoogasian’s Flower Shop, 615 7th Street in San Francisco for the event. We need 10 Rotarians and friends to help, so we hope you will consider it! The event includes opening boxes of housewares, organizing them on tables, and then creating a kit of various houseware items for delivery to HPP. In the past, we have created diaper bags of goodies for the new moms and have visited their baby showers at HPP. Our intent is to revert to the diaper bag program once HPP has fully opened its doors to the public. In the meantime, please join us on March 22 to help with housewares. Afterwards, the group usually walks down the street to a local pub and enjoys a meal together. If you have questions, contact Emily Borland.
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Homeless Prenatal Program: Bagging Housewares
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Emily Borland
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2022-02-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Alisha Marfatia on Feb 16, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. Visiting Rotarian and Special Guest Today's visiting Rotarian was Ozan Yasavur from Ankara Bahcelievler Rotary Club. Our guests were Aida Jones and Todd St. Vrain.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 15, 2022: Semi-Annual Club Assembly
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Alisha Marfatia
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2022-02-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jim Patrick on Feb 14, 2022
31 Rotarians and guests gathered at the Academy of Art building on Van Ness Avenue to watch the Los Angeles Rams walk off with the big Super Bowl prize. Our Pool was full of action as well with Peter Logan winning one Paul Harris and Wendy Ross winning three Paul Harris Fellows plus an autographed football. The effort raised $7,500 of which one half will go to the San Francisco Rotary Foundation and the other half to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.
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SUPER BOWL PARTY: A big kick
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Jim Patrick
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2022-02-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Feb 10, 2022
For many Asian American youth, talking about mental health is not a common or comfortable occurrence. Whether within the family space or even among peers, many Asian Americans feel there is a lack of a safe space to share challenges or experiences with mental health struggles.
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Action Leadership Program with Students: Asian American Mental Health Support Event!
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Harmony Ma
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2022-02-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Feb 09, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending either online or in person inside the Anzu Restaurant. She noted that it had been over a month since we got together in person, and she was just coming off her personal quarantine for COVID. On each table were plated hors d'oeuvres and fresh ice tea, showing the appreciation of the staff at the Hotel Nikko for our return. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarian was Ozan Yasavur, a Rotarian from Turkey who is planning to join our Club soon. Additional online guests were Aida Jones, Jeanne Gnuse, and Paul Vazquez from Alliance for Smiles. Guests in person included Theo Ellington from the Salvation Army, Donald Brooks, and today's speaker - Kate Sofis.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 8, 2022: Kate Sofis and San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development
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Larry Booth
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2022-02-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 09, 2022
Rick Harrell has won a Jefferson Award. This Award is given to people who build better communities and contribute to better a future for those around them. Rick's work with veterans in the Heroes' Voices Program is giving back to those who had put themselves on the line to protect our freedom and values. Here is the news clip honoring Rick and his Program. Rick joined our Club on August 1, 2014. Through the years, he has shared his musical talent as well as his Heroes' Voices Program with Rotarians and has served as a speaker. Congratulations to Rick!
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Member in the News: February 2022
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Dora Dye
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2022-02-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Feb 03, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) kicked off the Zoom-only meeting at 12:15 PM, wishing everyone a 恭禧發財 Gung Hay Fat Choy in celebration of Chinese New Year. It’s the Year of the Tiger! Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests Today's visiting Rotarians were Ozan Yasavur, a Rotarian from Turkey who is planning to join our Club soon; Salvador Farfán, a Rotarian from Washington, DC; and Assistant Governor Liz Mark from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown. Cynthia Yee was President Mary's special guest.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 1, 2022: Celebrating Chinese New Year
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Stacey Poole
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2022-02-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Jan 31, 2022
It was another fine community service day. Dan Davies, John Dean, Susan Dean, Bob Hermann, Alisha Marfatia, Maureen O'Shea, and Christopher Wiseman of the Rotary Club of San Francisco each spent 2.5 hours at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank on Saturday, January 29, 2022. They were joined by other groups to pack 616 boxes of food onto four completely full pallets, totaling over 20,000 pounds of food. Just imagine the nourishing food of fruits and vegetables to be distributed to the thousands of needy in our communities.
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Serving our Community at the SF Marin Food Bank
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Bob Hermann
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2022-01-31 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jan 27, 2022
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Board of Directors met on November 30, 2021 for the last Board meeting of the year. The meeting was called to order by President Mary Liu at 12 noon. The Board reviewed and approved the October 26, 2021 minutes with a couple of edits. The October 2021 financial statements were reviewed by Treasurer Gary Dales who reported that the Club is in good financial shape. Lower attendance at in-person meetings has reduced certain costs. Gary sent out reminders to members who have not yet paid their dues.
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November 2021 Board Highlights
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Stacey Poole
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2022-01-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jan 25, 2022
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on February 8, 2022: Wendy Shew (Educational Services | Building Education) Ozan Yasavur (Engineering: Mechanical-Structural | Bioforcetech Corporation). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: January 2022
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Nancy Graydon
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2022-01-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Jan 24, 2022
In preparation for our discussion at the Semi-Annual Club Assembly on February 15, 2022, please provide your input here. This survey focuses on your day-to-day experiences in the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Your input is valuable and will be used to make our Club even better. There are no right or wrong answers; we simply ask for your honest opinions. Raffle: Members who complete the survey by or before February 7, 2022 may choose to enter the Raffle to win a $50 Gift Card to Amazon. If you have any questions, comments, or just want to chat, please contact President Mary Liu.
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CLUB SURVEY 2022: Calling for your input
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Mary Liu
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2022-01-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jim Patrick on Jan 19, 2022
Super Bowl LVI will be played on February 13, 2022. (We're hoping to see our San Francisco 49ers in the big game). Our Club is holding its annual Super Bowl Pool and Social on this date, and you are invited.
The Super Bowl Pool is our Club’s annual drive to raise funds for The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF) and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF). Rotary's mission is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Every Rotarian around the world is asked to donate to TRF every year. Super Bowl Pool winners receive a Paul Harris Fellowship.
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2022 Super Bowl Pool and Potluck
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Jim Patrick
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2022-01-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jan 18, 2022
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called today's meeting via Zoom to order. Close to 80 members and guests attended. Among the visiting Rotarians were Ron Sekkel (Past District 5170 Governor), Brian McLeran (Past District 5150 Governor), Ginny Lear (from the Rotary Club of Palo Alto), Frank Yih (from the Rotary Club of Shanghai), Steve Pomeroy (from the Rotary Club of Los Altos) and Steve Wright (District 5150 Governor Nominee for 2024-2025). NEW: Fee for Zoom Meetings
Since March 2020, our Club has offered Zoom meetings and events for free. However, we cannot continue to do so due to costs associated with offering meetings in this manner. Beginning February 1, 2022, we will charge each attendee $10 per Tuesday luncheon meeting. When you register for a Tuesday luncheon meeting, you will be asked to make this payment. Please note that all Committee meetings such as Membership Committee or Community Service Committee meetings via Zoom remain free of charge, and we appreciate your service.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 18, 2022: Heidi and Gary Kuhn, Afghanistan Update
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Nancy Graydon
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2022-01-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Jan 13, 2022
President-Elect Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation) called today's meeting to order. In attendance were the following guests: Dr. Michael Martin (today's speaker); Ozan Yasavur (a Rotarian from Turkey); Wendy Shew; Michael Morgenstern; Margaret Curtis; and Salvador Farfan (from the Rotary Club of Long Beach). Weekly Holidays
We recognized some weekly holidays around the world:
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 11, 2022: Dr. Michael Martin and Red Meat: Is it really bad for you?
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Robin Azevedo
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2022-01-13 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Jan 13, 2022
Communication & Media for Business Professionals, a District 5150 Rotary Means Business event, was hosted by the Vocational Services committee of our Club. This was a virtual event. We had 38 attendees. The first part of the presentation was a short description of the RMB fellowship, vocational service, and its role within Rotary. After that, our featured speaker, Amy Scruggs, did her presentation. In her presentation, she shared tips on how to communicate better in person and virtually.
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A Successful Rotary Means Business Event
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Sunny Singh
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2022-01-13 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad, SFRF President on Jan 11, 2022
I have been newly appointed as Rotary District 5150 Endowment/Major Gifts Chair or EMG for short. I appreciate the opportunity to serve with the District Leadership Team and to start what will probably be a three-year term. In my role, I will help the many generous donors in our District to realize their goals in giving to The Rotary Foundation (TRF). Consider how generous District 5150 Rotarians have been this year in their gifts. Our Districtwide goal of $1 million to TRF for the fiscal year has already been exceeded - $1.2 million has been given. District Governor Danielle Lallement’s new mid-year goal is to reach $2 million for TRF by June 30, 2022. It is a joy to consider the good work which these dollars unleash across the world, our country, and our own District.
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District 5150 Happenings and The Rotary Foundation
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Daniel Joraanstad, SFRF President
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 10, 2022
The virus continues to place limits on our ability to get together. While our Club remains active, things can change on short notice. If you signed up for a meeting or an event recently, please check www.sfrotary.com or your email for any change that might have been made on short notice before heading out to the meeting or event. You can also contact a Board member listed here if you have questions.
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A Message from the Editor
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Dora Dye
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2022-01-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad, SFRF President on Jan 06, 2022
The San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) presents a new online application for Grant Requests found here. Additional information for Grants for service projects can be found here: https://sfrotary.com/page/sfrf-grants. The fillable form works easily as you move through the document and will also be a boon to the people reviewing the applications.
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New Online Application for Start of 2022-2023 Grant Season
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Daniel Joraanstad, SFRF President
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2022-01-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 06, 2022
First Meeting of 2022 The recent spike in COVID cases prompted our Club to switch at the last minute from a hybrid meeting to a Zoom-only meeting on January 4, 2022. Past President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order. In attendance were the following guests: PDG Russ Ketron, Rob Strahan of Catholic Charities, and Ozan Yasavur, a Rotarian from Turkey. Joining them were almost 40 members of our Club. Rotarian of the Month Past President JT recognized Peter Logan (Law: Insurance | Peter Logan Law Offices) as the Rotarian of the Month for December 2021. Peter was nominated and approved by our Board for his service on the Membership Committee and on the Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. He also sends out anniversary cards to members and is always helpful at our weekly luncheon meetings. Congratulations and thank you to Peter!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 4, 2022: PDG Russ Ketron - Polio and TRF
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2022-01-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 03, 2022
Dan Joraanstad was born and raised in North Dakota and had an 18-year career in college textbook sales and publishing. He shifted from the publishing world to the financial world in 1996 and became a financial advisor. His 20 years in the industry concluded at Wells Fargo Advisors when he was named a director. The next chapter of his life (volunteering and traveling) beckoned, and Dan responded by retiring in 2016. Dan met his husband, Bob Hermann, in 1988. Both feel incredibly fortunate to have rewarding careers, supportive family and friends over time, and now a large extended family in the world of Rotary.
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MEET A FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBER: Dan Joraanstad
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2022-01-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 02, 2022
The plans to celebrate Cliff Dochterman's life in person have been postponed due to concern over the current variant of the COVID-19 virus. We will let you know of the new dates later this year.
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Change in Celebrations of Life for Cliff Dochterman
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2022-01-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 29, 2021
2021 began with many of us in search of the first shot of COVID vaccine. Who got the first shot was determined by age and health risk factors, but eventually, anyone who wanted a shot got one and then two. Our Club began 2021 on a high note: Past President Laine Hendricks (Public Relations and Marketing | County of Marin) was selected to serve as District 5150 Governor in 2023-2024. We never wavered from the Rotary motto of 'Service Above Self'. In fact, we did many service projects by carefully following the health guidelines and limiting the number of participants. We expanded our reach to groups we had not partnered with in the past such as TogetherSF by loading food boxes for delivery to churches to feed those in need and by donating dictionaries in print for distribution to children who could not afford electronic devices to use for educational purposes. We delivered personal safety alarms to Asian seniors in our community.
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A Look Back at 2021 and Welcome to 2022
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2021-12-29 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 28, 2021
Peter J. Logan is a solo attorney advocating for clients against insurance companies. Says Peter, "It's great when I can help people collect what they are due." When not practicing law, his main hobby is playing drums in a rock band. He and his band love to get people up and dancing. Peter has a daughter who is a magazine and aspiring television writer living in New York City. Peter joined our Club on April 1, 2011 and joined the Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation in 2018. On the Board, he is a member-at-large and provides input on most matters that come before the SFRF Board. The input can cover the Foundation's rules, grant applications, and status reviews on projects already funded by SFRF.
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MEET A FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBER: Peter Logan
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Dora Dye
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2021-12-28 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole and Dora Dye on Dec 17, 2021
The Rotary Club of San Francisco’s Holiday Party and Annual Meeting were held on December 14, 2021 at the Hotel Nikko. Members and guests were welcomed starting at 11:00 AM to fellowship, a photo booth, and a chance to spin the Rotary wheel to win a prize before the meeting moved to the main dining room. President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) welcomed and reminded everyone of her eight goals for the year: - hold a successful weekly hybrid meeting. (This has been accomplished.)
- increase membership by 25 new members. (We have inducted 15 new members so far.)
- encourage new service projects for grant funding.
- raise $100,000 for the 50/50 Campaign. (We have raised $108,112 so far.)
- earn District 5150's Best Club award. (We are only at 44% toward this goal.)
- continue our work with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- collaborate with other Rotary clubs and organizations.
- have fun.
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Recap of the 2021 Annual Meeting and Holiday Party
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Stacey Poole and Dora Dye
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2021-12-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 17, 2021
Clifford Dochterman, Rotary International President 1992-1993, passed away on November 23, 2021. Our Club immediately paid tribute to him. See Peter Lagarias' tribute and tributes from other members of our Club.
There are now two Celebrations of Life planned that will take place as follows:
- January 14, 2022, at 2:00 PM Pacific time at the Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church in Moraga, California.
- January 15, 2022, at 2:00 PM Pacific time at the University of the Pacific, Morris Chapel, Stockton, California.
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Celebration of Life for Past RI President Cliff Dochterman
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2021-12-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 15, 2021
John Mathers joined Rotary on March 1, 2011 and became our Club's president in 2017-2018. He is married to Peggy, and they enjoy traveling for fun and enlightenment. These days, many of us know John because of his work and active involvement with the Rotary Climate Action Team. John joined the Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) in 2017. On the Board, he is the Chair of the Nominating Committee and serves on the Executive Committee. When SFRF president Dan Joraanstad is unavailable, John stands in for Dan. John's goal is to support the fundamental purpose of the SFRF Board, which is to manage the monies and support the projects of the Rotary Club of San Francisco.
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MEET A FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBER: John Mathers
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2021-12-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 14, 2021
We have reached the final issue of Grindings for 2021. I will be taking a short break. Grindings will not be published on December 26, 2021, but will resume on January 2, 2022. We have already started to plan the new year. Take a moment to view the Club calendar for events in January 2022. Registration is required for all events so that we can send you additional information as needed. What a year! We started 2021 (Year 2 of a global pandemic) as we had ended 2020 and continued to meet via Zoom only except for an occasional service project in person in very small groups. During his term, Past President JT Forbus held only one meeting in person - his debunking in June 2021. President Mary Liu ushered in the era of meeting simultaneously in person and via Zoom. We continue to adapt and evolve, proving our resilience.
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A Message from the Editor
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Dora Dye
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2021-12-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Dec 09, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone to the second oldest Rotary club in the world. This is our Club's 113th year. Special Guests
Ann Daugherty (Financial Services: Private Trading | IBN Financial Services) introduced her guest, Rose Marie Cleese. Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) introduced his guest, Michael Harrington. John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates) introduced his guest, Tracy Roberts. Also present was today's speaker — Bill Yenne who introduced his guest, Hudson Martin.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 7, 2021: Bill Yenne and When the Other Shoe Dropped: Imperial Japan Attacks the West Coast 1941-1942
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Sunny Singh
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2021-12-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 09, 2021
Our Club gathers to celebrate the holidays on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. After a year when gathering together was not possible due to COVID and safety issues, we will treasure this moment even more. The Holiday Party is not the only reason for us to come together on Tuesday; very important is your attendance at the Annual Meeting happening at the same time.
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2021 Annual Meeting
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2021-12-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Dec 05, 2021
The Fund the Future ALPS Gala is back! This benefit and silent auction will be held on Feb. 16, 2022 at The City Club. All proceeds will go to helping expand the ALPS mission to empower youth with the confidence and tools to successfully lead change projects in their schools, communities, and world. Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) programs prepare youth to be ‘service above self’ leaders for healthy communities and a civil society.
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Fund the Future Gala - Save the Date
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Harmony Ma
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2021-12-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 04, 2021
Charlotte Mailliard Shultz was a member of the Rotary Club of San Francisco from November 1, 1987 until she passed away on December 3, 2021. She was the Chief of Protocol for the state of California and the Chief of Protocol for the City and County of San Francisco. Charlotte was married to former United States Secretary of State George P. Shultz from 1997 until his death earlier this year. We join the community in mourning her loss and appreciate her many contributions to the City and County of San Francisco.
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Members in the News: December 2021
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Dora Dye
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2021-12-04 08:00:00Z |
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Posted on Dec 02, 2021
On November 20, 2021, Rotary District 5150 held its annual The Rotary Foundation (TRF) Gala at the Green Hills Country Club in Millbrae, California. The Gala was in person, but one could attend virtually as well. It was also the first occasion to dress to impress since the start of the pandemic. And dressed in their finest from the Rotary Club of San Francisco were President Mary Liu, Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, David Dye, Dora Dye, Frank Yoke, Heidi Kuhn, Cecile Chiquette, Eric Schmautz and Stephanie Schmautz and their daughters Molly and Katie. Also from our Club was District Governor-Elect Nominee Laine Hendricks who served as emcee for the evening.
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At the Up and Up Away with EREY Gala
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Dora Dye
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2021-12-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Dec 02, 2021
Rotary Club of San Francisco The Club Board met on October 26, 2021; President Mary Liu called the meeting via Zoom to order at 12 noon. In attendance were President Mary Liu, Christopher Wiseman, Gary Dales, Nancy Graydon, Casey Blair, Sunny Singh, Lisa Christian, J.T. Forbus, Miranti Ojong, Ed Shenkan, Bob Hermann and Stacey Poole, constituting a quorum. Brian Lan and Michael Petricca were absent. Dan Joraanstad was present, representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF). Non-Board members in attendance were Jenny Campbell, Jeff Lerner, and Marc Johnson.
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October 2021 Board Highlights
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Stacey Poole
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2021-12-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 01, 2021
Robin McRoskey Azevedo is the CEO of McRoskey Mattress Company – the Bay Area’s trusted mattress retailer - founded in San Francisco in 1899 by her grandfather and his brother. She enjoys gathering with family and friends to connect and share experiences, and she certainly enjoys being a Rotarian, having been a member of our Club since July 2, 2004.
Robin joined the Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation in 2019. On the Board, she is a member-at-large and serves on the Grant Review Committee which sifts through the grant applications received to see what should go to the Club level for approval and eventually to the Foundation. Her goals are to oversee the causes that our Club sponsors and share the far reaching impact that the Rotary Club of San Francisco and Rotary International can and do make.
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MEET A FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBER: Robin Azevedo
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Dora Dye
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2021-12-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 24, 2021
Editor's Note: Clifford Dochterman, Rotary International President 1992-1993, passed away on November 23, 2021. The following members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco shared their memory of Past RI President Dochterman. Cliff was an outstanding Rotarian and man. He impressed me repeatedly. At my PETS, he gave the often replayed speech about doing things that put Rotary in the public eye rather than just giving checks to non-profits. Cliff's words inspired me to be involved with Rotary Meadow in San Francisco. Harold Hoogasian
President, 2001-2002
Rotary Club of San Francisco
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More Tributes to Cliff Dochterman
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Dora Dye
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2021-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Peter Lagarias on Nov 24, 2021
Editor's Note: Clifford Dochterman, Rotary International President 1992-1993, passed away on November 23, 2021. Below is a story shared by Peter Lagarias, President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1992-1993. Peter went on to become District Governor in Rotary District 5150 in 2001-2002.  Cliff Dochterman was, and remains, a brilliant beacon of light about service and Rotary. I first met Cliff in 1985, when our Club’s then executive director, Bill Ecker, recruited me for PETS (President-Elect Training Seminar). I was not a President-Elect at the time; rather I was sent as a Sergeant-at-Arms. Cliff was one of the speakers, and his talk was “If I Could be President Again.” Over the years I heard him deliver these remarks at least ten times (including when I became President-Elect and then District Governor and beyond). His message was about service and what was available and possible through Rotary. During his talk he mentioned his years as an Administrator at the University of California and joked about Berkeley and also about a Rotary project by some Rotarians in Oklahoma where “they were trying to smuggle books into Texas.”
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My Rotarian Friend Cliff Dochterman
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Peter Lagarias
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2021-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 24, 2021
What's new? Actually, it's what has come back. Club socials returned in July; the next one is a historical walking tour in San Francisco's Chinatown. There are still tickets left. After a year of silence, bells will ring once again for the Salvation Army. Sign up here. Also back is our Holiday Party and Annual Meeting in person with a Zoom option. This is always the most festive and fun-filled luncheon of the year; don't miss it.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco
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Dora Dye
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2021-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Nov 23, 2021
The San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) Board met recently. Our invested funds continue their strong growth cycle. The funds are up $500K YTD, and now stand at the highest value ever, about $5.3 million. Also, the Colant Scholarship fund has risen to a record high of $509,000. Here is an update on our recent activities: 2021-2022 GRANT REQUESTS
SFRF has been busy fulfilling the grant requests for 2021-22. Approximately $164,500 plus $28,000 in district-designated funds have been allocated to 19 projects. All Vocational and Community Service project requests to date have been funded. Up for consideration next will be requests for International and Youth Leadership projects.
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News from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2021-11-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Barbara Streett on Nov 22, 2021
The Rotary Club of San Francisco has a long-standing tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving with the Participants of The Arc San Francisco. In 2020, we had to pivot from an in-person celebration to a virtual event. The virtual tradition was repeated in 2021 with the preparation of 300 hot meals delivered to 150 of The Arc Participants this past Tuesday, November 23. Past President of our Club and Past District 5150 Governor Eric Schmautz along with support from Rotarian Marti Sullivan, former Senior Director of Development & Communications of The Arc, and our Club's Vice President of Community Service Bob Hermann led this project to prepare, package, and deliver hot meals with a festive Thanksgiving theme to The Arc Participants experiencing social isolation and food insecurity.
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Thanksgiving with The Arc Highlights: November 22 and 23, 2021
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Barbara Streett
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2021-11-22 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Heidi Kuhn on Nov 19, 2021
For nearly 25 years, Roots of Peace, a humanitarian non-profit, has worked to cultivate peace through agriculture in war-torn lands worldwide. Now, they have expanded their business model for peace to include the Western Highlands of Guatemala seeking the "root" cause for out-migration in the Northern Triangle of Guatemala. Instead of investing in higher walls at the U.S. border, the Kuhn Rotarians seek to build longer tables so that families may stay home with the dignity to break bread with fruits grown in their homeland and income from exports to international markets. See this ABC7 News segment to learn how Rotarians may become involved in sowing the "economics of peace" to solve the U.S. border crisis.
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS: Sowing the Economics of Peace
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2021-11-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Nov 18, 2021
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the Board of Directors: 2022-23 President: Christopher Wiseman 2022-23 President-Elect: Sunny Singh 2022-24 Vice President of Community Service: Emily Borland 2022-24 Vice President of Development: Maureen O'Shea 2022-24 Vice President of International Service: Frank Yoke 2022-24 Vice President of Membership: Margaret Miley
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Report from the Nominating Committee
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Christopher Wiseman
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2021-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Nov 18, 2021
The Rotary Club of San Francisco and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation launched the Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) in 2019. Below is an ALPS project where we can help by donating canned food. Any questions, please contact Harmony Ma, ALPS Program Manager.
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ALPS Project November 24, 2021: Canned Food Drive
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2021-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 18, 2021
Sue Rokaw, Past District Governor (PDG) of Rotary District 5150 and member of our Club, sends her best regards and announces that she and her husband, Alan Test, recently moved from the San Francisco Bay Area to Ocean Springs in the Gulf Coast of Mississippi.
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Members in the News: November 2021
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2021-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Nov 17, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone to the second oldest Rotary club in the world. This is our Club's 113th year. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
Today's Visiting Rotarians were Past District 5150 Governor Jayne Hulbert and Rotarian Gene Duffy (PDG Jayne's husband). Also in attendance were Jatinderpal Kaur Sahi, CEO of RotaCare Bay Area; Armando Zumaya from Catholic Charities; Clifford Phillips from The Arc San Francisco; Dorian Luey and Meshtli Villalta from the University of San Francisco; Hamid Ansari from Roots of Peace; and Victoria Cooper.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 16, 2021:
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Posted by Emily Borland on Nov 11, 2021
Nine Rotarians and friends gathered at Hoogasian’s Flower Shop on October 26 to sort and bag housewares for the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP). It was a fun event and a change of pace from our typical projects in the past, when we bagged items for new babies. This time, we bagged the housewares for 50 moms who are moving into new homes with their families. Items included bakeware, knives and mixing spoons, bowls, colanders, and other kitchen basics.
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Bagging Housewares for the Homeless Prenatal Program
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Emily Borland
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2021-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Nov 09, 2021
On a rainy day, a small group of Rotarians ventured out to attend the Tuesday luncheon. Joining them was another group of Rotarians on Zoom. President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and introduced Jessie Austin of the Academy of Art University. Jessie now manages the audio-visual equipment during our in-person meetings, and we are truly grateful.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 9, 2021: Carly Devlin and Ending Human Trafficking
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2021-11-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Nov 07, 2021
On November 3, 2021, a group of 15 people participated in our Vocational Service event - Professional Portrait and Business Networking. President Mary Liu offered her office at Vanguard Properties for this event. Pat Johnson, a well-known Bay Area photographer, took a professional headshot of each attendee. Jenny Campbell, one of our Club's new members, led the networking during the event. Each attendee partnered with someone in the group and learned their elevator pitch. Next, each person went up to the stage and presented the partner’s elevator pitch.
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Report on Vocational Meeting: Professional Portrait and Business Networking
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2021-11-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Nov 04, 2021
Having a safe space where young people may learn about the foundations of health and exercise is an important aspect of developing a healthy understanding of fitness and positive body image. This is what our latest group of ALPS leaders believes. In our current day and age of social media and competition/comparison-driven environments, our ALPS students have been striving to create a program that provides positive mentorship and role models as well as fun activities for elementary students.
Since July, these student leaders have been planning a collaborative exercise program with their local elementary school. They’ve learned to work under COVID-19 guidelines, event and spacing logistics, and equipment loans and donations in order to plan safe programming.
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ALPS: Promoting Healthy Habits for Young Children
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2021-11-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Nov 03, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
Attending in person were the following guests: Saswati Mukherjee, a visiting Rotarian from India; Devon Kessler; and Angelina Preza. Online as guests were Beatrice Steele and Zelda Okia.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 2, 2021: Jenny Kit Ching Campbell and Truth, Integrity, and Connection: All Roads Lead to Humanity
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2021-11-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Oct 28, 2021
On October 28, 2021, Club members and their families joined in a virtual game of Halloween-themed, musical bingo. Our Halloween costume winners were brothers JT and Daryn Borland-Wong, sisters Leyna and Emmy Blair, and sisters Leia and Mae Forbus. Our bingo winners were Casey Blair, Mary Liu, and Stacey Poole. It was a spooktacular event enjoyed by all!  We hope to see you at our next Club social on December 4th.
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A Spooktacular Evening of Halloween-Themed, Musical Bingo
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Oct 27, 2021
A cornerstone of the Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) is multigenerational relationships, and this group of participants really showed us what that is all about! By fostering a collaborative and positive group environment, ALPS students were able to execute their vision of bringing generations together through connection and song.
Over the past few months, a group of five students gathered together to explore ways to show the seniors and older adults in their neighborhood that they are seen, valued and important members of our community, but especially that they are not alone. The students decided to show the seniors how much they cared through connecting in a way that was very personal and meaningful to them: song!
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ALPS: Fostering Multigenerational Relationships
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Oct 27, 2021
September 28, 2021 Board Highlights The Board met on September 28, 2021 with enough Board members in attendance to achieve quorum. The first Board meeting was that of the Rotary Club of San Francisco.
Treasurer Gary Dales reviewed the August 2021 financial statements. While he did not have any immediate concerns, our attendance at in-person meetings had been lighter than budgeted. In addition, many members still have not paid their annual dues. It was suggested that members be reminded to pay their dues invoice.
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September 2021 Board Highlights
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2021-10-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Oct 26, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on November 9, 2021: Rachel Donovan (Engineering: Civil | California Department of Transportation) Jefferson Li-Kuo Yih (Student and Musician). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: October 2021
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2021-10-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Oct 21, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone to the second oldest Rotary club in the world. This is our Club's 113th year. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
Attending in person was ALPS Program Manager Harmony Ma. Attending online were the following visiting Rotarians: Brent Ainsworth of the Rotary Club of Novato; Jenny Bates of the Rotary Club of San Rafael Evening; and President Paul Ekstrand, Barry Hytowitz, Malinda Monterrosa, Christina Moses, and Jose Luis Sanchez (all from the Rotary Club of Los Angeles). Also online were the following guests: Daniel Catena, Rosa Santos, Christina Laird, Martha Ryan from the Homeless Prenatal Program, and today's speaker — Laine Hendricks.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 19, 2021: Laine Hendricks and Rising to a Challenge
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2021-10-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Oct 14, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone. Recent Events Hispanic Heritage Month: The audience watched a video on Hispanic Heritage Month. This observation from September 15 to October 15 started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 12, 2021: Marc Pomerleau and The Roots of Anti-Asian Hate, San Francisco Chinatown, and Why this Legacy Matters Today
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2021-10-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jeff Lerner on Oct 14, 2021
91 Rotarians, family members, and guests gathered together for a fabulous, front row seat overlooking Jefferson Street, Fisherman's Wharf, and the San Francisco Bay to view the Blue Angels in motion on Saturday, October 9, 2021. The maneuvers and the choreography of the Blue Angels left the audience in awe. The location of the event, the space, the food, and the décor were spot on.
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Memories of the Blue Angels Viewing Party
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Jeff Lerner
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2021-10-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 10, 2021
Ed Shenkan joined our Club on December 10, 2019, but says that he has always had Rotary in his genes! Ed’s great grandfather and grandfather were Rotarians, and his father Sid has been a Rotarian in New Castle, Pennsylvania for over 60 years (previous club president and regional chair of Polio Plus). Ed proudly says that Rotary had a meaningful impact on his life by sponsoring him for a year of study in Épinal, France as a high school Rotary Exchange Student. For over 30 years, he has continued his friendship with his three French homestay families. As a result of the positive impact on his life from his exchange year in France, he and his wife Amy chose the French American International School in San Francisco beginning at age 4 for their daughter Maddie. Maddie is now in 12th grade and is preparing to graduate with the French Baccalaureate designation.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Ed Shenkan, Vice President of International Service
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Dora Dye
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2021-10-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Oct 06, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone to the second oldest Rotary club in the world. This is our Club's 113th year. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
New member Esther Landau (Nonprofit Administration | The Arc San Francisco) introduced her guests - Barbara Streett and Kristen Pedersen. Joining online were Rosa Santos and today's speaker — John Rothmann.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS October 5, 2021: John Rothmann
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2021-10-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Oct 03, 2021
Rotarians and guests met on September 30, 2021 to tour the Mission District murals hosted by the Precita Eyes Muralists Association (the Association). The Association was founded in 1977, originally as a community muralist workshop. It now supports nearly 100 murals in the Mission, many of which are in Balmy Alley. Balmy Alley homeowners have allowed muralists to beautify the privately owned passageway, and murals are occasionally refurbished and refreshed in collaboration with the original artist(s) and homeowner. The Association's mission is to support Chicano muralism’s original objective: to create public art that authentically represents a community’s history and culture.
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Rotarians Tour the Murals in San Francisco's Mission District
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Stacey Poole
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2021-10-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Oct 01, 2021
July 27, 2021 Board Highlights A quorum of the board members met for their first board meeting of the 2021-22 Rotary Board year. Dan Joraanstad was also present to represent the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. The Board spent considerable time discussing additional proposed changes to the By-Laws, which will be voted on at the December annual meeting. Treasurer Gary Dales spoke about the 2021-22 budget. While it has a slight deficit, Gary believes the Club is still in good financial standing given the surplus the year prior. He noted that invoices had gone out to the membership both via U.S. Mail and e-mail.
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July 2021 and August 2021 Board Highlights
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Stacey Poole
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2021-10-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Sep 30, 2021
The Rotary Club of San Francisco is proud to be in its 7th year to support the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP). Martha Ryan, the Executive Director of HPP, will attend our lunch meeting on October 19 to accept our Foundation’s donation. Martha will also give us an update on the latest happenings at HPP. While we were originally scheduled to bag diapers and attend quarterly baby showers this fiscal year, our Club will once again adapt to the Community’s needs due to the COVID Delta variant. HPP is not distributing diaper bags or holding baby showers at this time. Instead, they have asked our Club to bag personal care items for their clientele.
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Supporting the Homeless Prenatal Program
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Emily Borland
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2021-09-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 29, 2021
A team of 17 Rotary volunteers gathered high atop Rotary Meadow in the foggy heart of Sutro Forest on Saturday, September 25 at 9:15 AM. The volunteers came from several Clubs, including the Rotary Clubs of San Francisco #2, San Francisco Castro, San Francisco West, and San Francisco Chinatown. With our primary meadow advocate, Harold Hoogasian, unexpectedly away on business, Bob Hermann led our merry crew. The work we do in this project aligns with the seventh principle supported by The Rotary Foundation: Supporting the Environment. The meadow is a great example of how our many work projects have improved life in the City of San Francisco for generations to come.
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Supporting the Environment at Rotary Meadow
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2021-09-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Sep 28, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on October 12, 2021: Anna Klink (Information Technology: Administration | Autodesk) Barbara Streett (Nonprofit Administration | The Arc San Francisco) as a member of our newest corporate member - The Arc San Francisco Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: September 2021
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Nancy Graydon
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2021-09-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 25, 2021
Jessica P. Hansen joined our Club on April 14, 2020. She has worked in international social justice and humanitarian aid for over 20 years for organizations like the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Rescue Committee, Kiva, and others, covering anti-human trafficking, refugee protection and resettlement, as well as innovation in and access to education and finance. Jessica is now CEO and Executive Director of the international medical nonprofit, Alliance for Smiles, as well as a Senior Strategist for the Impact Travel Alliance and Vice President of the Board of Directors of the West African Volunteer Organization. Jessica's family consists of her parents and her sister named Apple. Her father went from a farm in small-town Oklahoma to fight in the Vietnam War, where he met Jessica's mother, a waitress from Bangkok, Thailand. Apple is a skilled pachyderm-keeper who has worked with elephants, rhinos, and more.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Jessica Hansen
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Dora Dye
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2021-09-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Larry Booth on Sep 23, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order promptly at 12:15 PM and welcomed those on Zoom and those in person who were enjoying a respite from the heat. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
Joining our members attending in person and online were Idiko Polony who is the Executive Director of Sutro Stewards and today's speaker — our own Past President John Mathers.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 21, 2021: John Mathers and Building RCAT to Tackle Climate Change
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Larry Booth
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2021-09-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Sep 23, 2021
The Rotary Club of San Francisco had a display booth at the fifth Annual Autumn Moon Festival in the Richmond District of San Francisco on Saturday, September 18, 2021. Thank you to our members President-Elect Christopher Wiseman, Ann Daugherty, and Jenny Campbell and our guests James Wong (my husband), Jason Campbell (Jenny’s son), and Shirley Tan, who all joined me to represent our Club. Additionally, Vanita Louie, Cathy Cheng, and President Richard Swart (members from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown) were present to lend support.
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Service Above Self at the Fifth Annual Autumn Moon Festival
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Mary Liu
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2021-09-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 18, 2021
Larry Booth joined our Club on September 14, 2021. He is a mechanical engineer and contractor and feels fortunate to be part of a 109-year-old California firm, doing business in the Sacramento and Bay Area commercial and institutional building markets. He currently works out of his South San Francisco office. Larry is married with two children and three grandchildren. As a family, they enjoy cooking meals together with everyone participating. For hobbies, Larry likes to fish, cycle, and attend car shows.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Larry Booth
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Dora Dye
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2021-09-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Sep 16, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order promptly at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
Attending in person today were two guests of Heidi Kuhn (Peace Building | Roots of Peace) - Rachel Donovan and Jeff Yih; a guest of Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) - Steve Redlin; and a guest of Jane Flout (Nonprofit Management | Catholic Charities) - Armando Zamaya. Attending online were Salvador Farfan from the Rotary Club of Long Beach, ALPS Program Manager Harmony Ma, Anna Klink, and today's speaker — Laurie Thomas
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 14, 2021: Laurie Thomas and 2020 in the Rearview Mirror and the Road Ahead for the SF Restaurant Industry
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Robin Azevedo
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2021-09-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 15, 2021
Esther Landau joined our Club on August 17, 2021. She is the Senior Director of Advancement for The Arc San Francisco and is responsible for all the fundraising and communications at the organization. She started at The Arc San Francisco in June of this year and prior to that, was in the same role at the Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center, a similar organization on the west side of the City. Esther is a serious knitter and crossword enthusiast. In her past life, she was a professional flutist, but these days she just occasionally grabs the pennywhistle and plays a few tunes. She is married to Caroline Pincus, and their daughter, Ruby, is a senior at Columbia in New York, where she is majoring in Yiddish.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Esther Landau
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Dora Dye
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2021-09-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 11, 2021
Nat Crawford joined our Club on August 17, 2021. He owns a tutoring company in Sunnyvale that helps kids to achieve their dreams for education and for college admission. He co-parents an 8-year-old son who loves to read, play soccer, and negotiate for chocolate. Nat joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco because he has lived in San Francisco for over 20 years and would like to spend more time building up the local community.
Editor's Note: In this column, we invite a new member in our Club to share with us. Please join me in welcoming this new member the next time you see him in person at any of our events.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Nat Crawford
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Dora Dye
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2021-09-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Alisha Marfatia on Sep 08, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the first meeting of September 2021 to order at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following guests: Edita Cruz from SCORE, Anthony DiGiorgio, Greg Grundstrom, Dr. Elisa Stephens of the Academy of Art, and today's speaker — Jaxon Van Derbeken.  Membership NewsMargaret Miley (Hospitality: Hotels | Retired) and Matthew Madsen (Nonprofit Management | The Salvation Army) completed their red badge requirements and are now full members of our Club. Congratulations, Margaret and Matthew!
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 7, 2021: Jaxon Van Derbeken and How Investigative Reporters Do Their Research
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Alisha Marfatia
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2021-09-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 05, 2021
Bill Gregory joined our Club on July 13, 2021. He is a first generation college graduate, and his college education at Northern Iowa University (formerly Iowa State Teachers College) is what made his life so meaningful. His general education courses exposed him to the world, and he discovered music, arts, and humanities.
Bill majored in speech therapy. He was a speech therapist in public schools for two years in Iowa. Then, he moved to California in 1963 and worked 32 years in the public schools under the Santa Clara County Office of Education.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Bill Gregory
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Dora Dye
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2021-09-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Aug 31, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on September 14, 2021: Larry Booth (Mechanical Engineering and Design | Frank M. Booth, Inc.) Marc Johnson (Financial Services: Advising | Northwestern Mutual) Clifford Phillips (Program Management | The Arc San Francisco) as a member of our newest corporate member - The Arc San Francisco Lance Scott (Program Management | The Arc San Francisco) as a member of our newest corporate member - The Arc San Francisco Darlene Wilson (Program Management | Catholic Charities of San Francisco) as a member of our corporate member - Catholic Charities. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: August 2021
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Nancy Graydon
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2021-08-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 28, 2021
Meet Past District Governor Phyllis J. Nusz, a Rotarian for 30 years. She served as the first woman elected officer and Club President of the North Stockton Rotary Club in 1997-1998 and as one of the first 50 women District Governors in Rotary International when she served as District Governor for Rotary International District 5220 in 2001-2002. Phyllis joined our Club on May 28, 2007 and served as The Rotary Foundation Chair. A native Californian, Phyllis received both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Speech Communication with a minor in Choral Music from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA. She also earned an Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL with a specialty in the field of Leadership Management Training and is known as a Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Scholar.
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Meet a Distinguished Rotarian: Phyllis J. Nusz
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Dora Dye
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2021-08-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Aug 26, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. This was our first Zoom-only meeting in the current Rotary year. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following guests: Keith Axtell of the Rotary Club of Marin Evening, Salvador Farfan from the Rotary Club of Long Beach, Alain Charlois, Marc Johnson, and today's speaker — Doug Lloyd.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 24, 2021: Doug Lloyd, Mobility Trends and the Future of Transportation
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David Dye
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2021-08-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 21, 2021
Nancy Graydon's entire career has been dedicated to fundraising for wonderful organizations including the University of Toronto, UCLA, and now, the Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF). She feels fortunate to work with an amazing team in her current role at GRF as Executive Director of Development and Chief Operating Officer. In January 2022, she will celebrate her 10th year working at GRF. Nancy is a very proud Canadian and has family from Vancouver to Halifax. During the pandemic, she bought her first house in Pinole, CA and lives there with Brian, her husband of 16 years, and a rescue dog named Scully. She loves doing crafts and giving old furniture new life with a coat of paint.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Nancy Graydon, Vice President of Membership
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Dora Dye
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2021-08-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 20, 2021
Caryn Crump joined our Club on August 17, 2021. She is a retired corporate executive and former adjunct Rice University professor who currently owns CPI, a small international instructional and consulting company. Caryn is also an adjunct professor at Norwich University in its MBA program. She loves to travel and work internationally and is the mother of two adult children. She currently has a home in Puerto Vallarta and has extended an invitation to our Club to stay at her home. Prior to joining our Club, Caryn had been a member of two other Rotary clubs and believes that "community service is one of the most rewarding things that someone can do".
Editor's Note: In this column, we invite a new member in our Club to share with us. Please join me in welcoming this new member the next time you see her in person at any of our events.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Caryn Crump
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Dora Dye
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2021-08-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Aug 18, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following visiting Rotarians: District Governor Danielle Lallement from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening who is also today's speaker, Assistant Governor Liz Mark from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, and Karen Schmautz from the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach in Florida. Additional guests attending in person included: Greg Grundstrom, Molly Schmautz, and Jackie Herrin.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 17, 2021: District Governor Danielle Lallement
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Nancy Graydon
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2021-08-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 17, 2021
Stacey Poole is a family law attorney representing individuals in the divorce process. She has been in practice since 1999 and has been a Certified Family Law Specialist since 2008. She also drafts and reviews prenuptial agreements. Stacey has been married for over 20 years to Bobby. When not working, she enjoys watching TV, reading, sports, and traveling to Hawaii. Stacey joined our Club on August 28, 2007. She had already served twice on our Board as Vice President of Club Service and Vice President of Membership. In July 2021, she began her term as Club Secretary.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Stacey Poole, Club Secretary
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Dora Dye
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2021-08-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 16, 2021
Bob Hermann retired in 2018. He had worked as an Information Technology Program/Project Manager for over 26 years in health care projects including electronic medical systems. His family’s motto is to continually do good in the world to help others as we would want someone to help us if ever needed. The joys of giving back to others, be it through our time, our treasures, or our avocational experience, is something his family cherishes. Bob's continued hopes are to be transparent with work, engage and include others, and have fun while serving. Bob’s passion to help others extended to the far reaches of Egypt to provide non-clinical support in helping pediatric patients with cleft lip and palate surgeries and recoveries to the domestic leadership of RotaCare and its Electronic Medical Record implementations.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Bob Hermann, Vice President of Community Service
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Dora Dye
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2021-08-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 16, 2021
Miranti Ojong is a financial services agency builder currently spanning across 15 states and continuing to expand across the US where she financially educates clients and business owners in various demographics and communities. Her services include retirement planning, investments, life, health and disability insurance, estate planning, college planning, and business financial planning. She is a mentor and trainer to agents and independent business owners in her profession to help guide their success and reach their career goals. Her mission is to empower every individual with the right knowledge and tools to achieve financial independence.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Miranti Ojong, Vice President of Development
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Dora Dye
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Posted by Dan Davies on Aug 15, 2021
Food insecurity affects children, seniors, and their families, and the pandemic has exacerbated the problem 1. This year, over 42 million people may experience food insecurity, possibly including 13 million children 2.
The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank has a mission to build a hunger-free future and distributes food at over 307 pantries in the San Francisco and Marin areas. They provide access to nutritious foods including over 50 types of fruits and vegetables, education on how to prepare healthy meals on a budget, and they also advocate for policy reform on local, state, and national levels to assist people at risk of hunger. Last year, the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank provided 80.2 million pounds of food to people in need.
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A Mission To Build a Hunger-Free Future
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Dan Davies
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2021-08-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 15, 2021
Alex Omoko joined our Club on April 14, 2020. He works for a non-profit that focuses on the undermined communities as well as the homeless population. Alex has been married for eight years to his wife Ajiri. Together, they have four children ranging in age from eight to three: an 8-year-old, a 5-year-old, and a pair of 3-year-old twins. Some of his hobbies include reading, traveling, and spending quality time with his family. Alex had visited different Rotary clubs in the Bay Area, but he joined our Club because of the way he was welcomed and received by every member of our Club, especially then president Casey Blair.
Editor's Note: In this column, we invite a new member in our Club to share with us. Please join me in welcoming this new member the next time you see him in person at any of our events.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Alex Omoko
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Dora Dye
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2021-08-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Heidi Kuhn on Aug 14, 2021
Rotary Club of San Francisco Members Heidi Kuhn and Tucker Kuhn, mother and son, embarked upon a Roots of Peace mission from July 24 to August 4, 2021 in the Western Highlands of Guatemala to determine the "root" cause of migration to the U.S. Border. They traveled to the remote regions of San Marcos, Huehuetenango, and Quiché — the regions with the highest concentration of "out migration" among youth under the age of 30 years old. Heidi Kuhn, CEO, Roots of Peace, partnered with ABC 7 News to provide exclusive news footage featuring the plight of families who live on less than an average of $5 per day. The ABC 7 News segment will air in early September 2021.
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS: The Root Cause of Migration from Guatemala
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2021-08-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 13, 2021
Christopher Wiseman is the Associate Director of Events and Engagement for the Glaucoma Research Foundation. He produces in-person and virtual meetings and events, which included 13 programs during the last fiscal year. Christopher oversees the national Ambassador Outreach Program that includes ophthalmologists from around the United States, and manages strategic partners and vendor relationships. He earned the Certified Meeting Professional designation in 2019 and the Digital Event Strategist certification in 2020. Recently, Christopher has taken the exciting step to enroll in the Harvard Extension School and is working towards a graduate certificate in Marketing Management and Digital Strategy.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Christopher Wiseman, President-Elect
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2021-08-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Aug 12, 2021
Hate against Asian American Pacific Islander communities has risen during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the 2020-2021 National Report of the Stop AAPI Hate organization, 11.1% of Asian Americans who reported an incident were physically attacked. This is heartbreaking and personal, because the victims could be our grandparents, parents, siblings, children, other relatives, or friends. What can we do to help our most vulnerable Asian seniors? - President Mary Liu submitted a grant proposal to our San Francisco Rotary Foundation to purchase $5,000 worth of personal safety alarms to distribute to Asian seniors in the various districts of San Francisco. The grant was approved by the Club's Community Service Committee, the Grant Review Committee, the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation.
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Helping Asian Seniors in Our Community
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2021-08-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Aug 11, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following visiting Rotarians: Sandhya Jaiprakash from the Rotary Club of Bangalore attending in person; Salvador Farfan from the Rotary Club of Long Beach and Randall Scott from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf, both attending online. Additional guests attending in person included: Caryn Crump, Greg Grundstrom, Robert Hunter, Marc Johnson, Dianne Madsen, Molly Schmautz, Diane Stark, and today's speaker — Joe D'Alessandro. Additional guests attending online were Steve Collins and Eoin Garcia.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 10, 2021: Joe D’Alessandro; San Francisco’s Resilient Tourism Industry: When Is It Coming Back?
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Emily Borland
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2021-08-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 05, 2021
Sunny Singh is an independent financial advisor with 12 years of experience. He manages assets for individuals, families, trusts, businesses, retirement plans, and charitable organizations. Through long-term investment and a planning-based approach, Sunny helps clients to develop and implement strategies for building wealth and meeting their goals. His mission is to provide objective and timely financial advice and guidance — with the highest level of professional service — in building and preserving wealth for his clients. Born in India and living in the Bay Area since he was 9 years old, Sunny enjoys watching and going to sporting events. His teams are the San Francisco 49ers, Warriors and the SF Giants. He is also a big fan of grilling and barbecuing.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Sunny Singh, Vice President of Vocational Service
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 04, 2021
Brian Lan is the Senior Manager of Investor Relations at DocuSign where the IR team highlights industry trends and crafts key messages for its shareholders and analysts. He helps to develop the company's investor communication strategy. Brian currently resides in South San Francisco with his wife, Rose Hoang, who works for a startup in San Francisco. They enjoy traveling and trying new places to eat. His hobbies include singing, writing, watching movies, and learning new things.
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MEET A BOARD MEMBER: Brian Lan, Vice President of Public Relations and Communications
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2021-08-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 04, 2021
Dan Davies joined our Club on December 8, 2020. He is an Innovation Manager for North American Lighting, a manufacturer of automotive headlamps. His role is to find and evaluate potential technology partners for the company. Dan likes to learn about San Francisco's history and enjoys visiting the City's historical sites and museums. Dan joined Rotary to meet and share ideas with people who want to help the community, and he wanted to serve on a great team!
Editor's Note: In this column, we invite a new member in our Club to share with us. Please join me in welcoming this new member the next time you see him in person at any of our events.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Dan Davies
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Posted by Robin Azevedo on Aug 03, 2021
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following special guests in person: San Francisco Supervisor for District 2, Catherine Stefani, and her legislative aide, Dominica Donovan. Additional guests attending in person included: Larry Booth, Caryn Crump, Greg Grundstrom, and James Wong. Online were these guests: Esther Landau, Bridget Maxim, Charles Meyer, Elizabeth Owens, Cyril Unukevwere who joined us from Nigeria, and today's speaker — Lucy Meyer.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 3, 2021: Lucy Meyer, Acceptance Plus Inclusion Equals Progress
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2021-08-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 03, 2021
Moustafa Harfoush joined our Club on March 9, 2021. He is a real estate and estate-planning attorney. Moustafa loves traveling. He has a long list of domestic and international places to visit and can't wait for the pandemic to be behind us so that he can continue traveling and see more of the world. Moustafa joined our Club to meet like-minded people and to serve the community.
Editor's Note: In this column, we invite a new member in our Club to share with us. Please join me in welcoming this new member the next time you see him in person at any of our events.
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MEET A NEW MEMBER: Moustafa Harfoush
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 27, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called his final Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:02 p.m. A quorum was present. Also in attendance were members of the incoming Board: Lisa Christian, Miranti Ojong, Nancy Graydon, and Stacey Poole as well as Dan Joraanstad representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, and Past President Rhonda Poppen. Dora, 2019-2021 Secretary, recorded the minutes.
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June 2021 Board Highlights
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jul 27, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on August 10, 2021: Nat Crawford (Education: Primary and Secondary | Improve Your English Tutoring). Caryn Crump (Education: University | CPI (Consulting and Professional Instruction) & Norwich University). Esther Landau (Nonprofit Management | The Arc San Francisco) as a member of our newest corporate member - The Arc San Francisco. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: July 2021
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2021-07-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 26, 2021
After 15 months of meeting via Zoom, our Club finally returned to in-person meetings with an option to join via Zoom. The first three in-person meetings were well attended with excellent programs, food, and fellowship. Here are some tips so that our meetings continue to run smoothly, and you continue to have a good experience. MEETING DETAILSBefore you register for our meetings, click on the "More Info" tab that accompanies each meeting listed on our website at www.sfrotary.com. Here you will find out when the meeting starts and ends, information about the speaker and the topic, how to register, and other important information such as whom to contact with questions.
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Meeting in Person: What You Need to Know
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Posted by Margaret Miley on Jul 21, 2021
- In 1909, the Rotary Club of San Francisco sponsored the next four Rotary Clubs to form: Oakland #3, Seattle #4, Los Angeles #5, and New York #6.
- In 1911, the Rotary Club of San Francisco sponsored the first club outside of the United States in Dublin, Ireland.
- Many of the 35,000 Rotary clubs in the world today can trace their roots back to Club #2.
- The Rotary Club of San Francisco was one of the leaders in the movement to open Rotary membership to women.
- In 1987, women were admitted to the Rotary Club of San Francisco.
- After 113 years of our Club’s founding, Mary Liu became the 7th Female Club President and the 1st Asian American President of the Rotary Club of San Francisco.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 20, 2021: Dr. Todd "Bowtie" Jenkins; Moving from Diversity to Inclusion
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Jul 19, 2021
Our Club's Foundation, the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, recently presented financial support to RotaCare Bay Area. This year, $7,500 was awarded to the Northern Peninsula Clinic. Started by Rotarians over 32 years ago, RotaCare has helped to fill the gap of healthcare services in over 10 medical ambulatory clinics. In the Bay Area, RotaCare continues to provide support to patients providing free healthcare to those who are underserved and uninsured.
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RotaCare: Its Mission and How You Can Volunteer
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Jul 15, 2021
Seventy-five members and guests in person and online combined attended President Mary Liu’s (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) first meeting in the new Rotary year at the Hotel Nikko. Those attending in person were treated to red sparkling wine, courtesy of guest Shirley Tan. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following special guests in person: District Governor Danielle Lallement and Past District Governor Mary Bates and the following special guest online: Assistant Governor Liz Mark. Additional guests attending in person included: Anita Baker, Chris Bell, Larry Booth, Chato Calderon, Edna Casteel, Caryn Crump, Edita Cruz, Roselyn de Jesus, Bud Dillon, Tom Fox, Elaine Hom, Rosie Liu, Stanley Liu, Robert Melhorn, Shirley Tan, and James Wong. Online were these guests: David Alfon, Heather Atkinson, Jeff Pickett, and Aline Tong.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 13, 2021: President Mary Liu
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Jul 14, 2021
 Last weekend, hope4humankind, an Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) youth project that helps in easing and ending homelessness, held its first food drive! Eight students from Summit Shasta and Westmoor High School in Daly City came together, spending their summer organizing and coordinating a food drive to serve their local food pantries and community.
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ALPS Canned Food Drive - A Success
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 07, 2021
Coming up are the following District events: Our Club invites you to participate in the following:
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What's New in Rotary District 5150 and the Rotary Club of San Francisco
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Jul 04, 2021
The 2021 Rotary Club of San Francisco’s annual picnic was a wonderful day to celebrate, socialize, and come together. The picnic was chaired by Christopher Wiseman (the 2021-2022 President-Elect) and a dynamic committee that included: Dan Joraanstad, Bob Hermann, Robin Azevedo, Stephanie Schmautz, Eric Schmautz, Mary Liu, Cecile Chiquette, David Dye, Dora Dye, JT Forbus, Kevin Leong, Sue Rokaw, and Jeff Lerner. 70 members attended and honored two Past Presidents - Casey Blair and JT Forbus - at the home of Robert Thomas, the father of Club member, Heidi Kuhn. The beautiful home in San Rafael was the perfect venue to celebrate the occasion.
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2021 Club Picnic: A Celebration to Remember
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 30, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:02 p.m. The entire Board was present. Also in attendance were Lisa Christian, Christopher Eggers, Miranti Ojong, Nancy Graydon, Dan Joraanstad representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, and Past President Rhonda Poppen. Dora, Secretary, recorded the minutes. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Treasurer’s Report: Gary discussed the highlights of the balance sheet and the statement of operations as of April 30, 2021 and for the ten months then ended. The Board approved the Treasurer's Report.
Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the minutes for April 27, 2021 prepared by Dora.
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May 2021 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2021-06-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Nancy Graydon on Jun 29, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on July 13, 2021: Jenny Campbell (Sales: Education | JennyKCampbell.com) William Gregory (Educational Services | Retired) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: June 2021
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2021-06-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye, Editor on Jun 28, 2021
This issue of Grindings is the first one for the new Rotary year of 2021-2022. This year's Rotary International theme is "Serve to Change Lives". A new year brings a new start, hope, and opportunity. Please meet your new president - Mary Liu and the Club's new Board here. Join a committee, read Grindings, and check www.sfrotary.com often to find events and future meetings and register. In the meantime, happy 4th of July! We have lots to celebrate, and it is wonderful to be able to celebrate in person again.
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From your editor
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2021-06-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 25, 2021
Our first in-person with a Zoom option meeting on June 22, 2021 at the Hotel Nikko was a huge success and will be long remembered. However, it could not have happened without the hard work of Club volunteers. Thank you to the following: - Lisa Stark, Maureen O'Shea, Nancy Graydon, Ann Daugherty and Jane Mermelstein for serving as a Greeter.
- Nancy Graydon and Bill Poppen for sorting the Club name tags.
- Ann Daugherty for collecting the lunch tickets.
- Dan Davies for helping with the microphone.
- Bob Hermann, Gary Dales, and Casey Blair for handling check-in.
- Stacey Poole for serving as the scribe. Her notes were used to create the written highlights of this meeting. READ HERE.
- Lesya Pishchevskaya for taking these photos: CLICK HERE
- Ed Shenkan for helping to take down the equipment at the conclusion of the meeting.
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Club Service Team Rocks!
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jun 23, 2021
Seventy members and guests in person and online combined attended President JT’s first and last in-person meeting and our first meeting at our new location — the Hotel Nikko. Those attending in person especially enjoyed fellowship, hugs, and seeing people “in real life” after 15 months of Zoom meetings. The meeting was kicked off by President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) who asked for a round of applause for the fact that we were meeting in person. Visiting Rotarians and Special Guests
In today's audience were the following guests in person: Bud Dillon, William Gregory, Bob Hunter, Esther Landau, Forrest Liu, and Eric Sleigh. Online were these guests: Salvador Farfan, Anne Marie Forbus (President JT's wife), Gabriel Kupeli, Rotary District 5150 Assistant Governor Liz Mark, and Malinda Monterrosa of the Rotary Club of Los Angeles.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 22, 2021: Debunking President JT Forbus
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Posted by JT Forbus on Jun 22, 2021
Well, today is the day! It has been about a year since I took office, and almost a year and a half before seeing each of you in the same room together. Today, we are celebrating so many things! Sure, we’re celebrating the obvious coup of my Presidency, but we are celebrating so much more. - We are celebrating seeing friends in 3-D, shaking hands, hugging, elbowing, meeting the new members, and finding out who ate too many sweets during the pandemic!
- We are celebrating being together, feeling normal, enjoying a new venue, and moving on from what hopefully is a once in a lifetime event.
But while we transform into Phoenixes rising from ashes, let’s talk for a moment about where we’ve been:
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Final Presidential Message
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2021-06-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Jun 22, 2021
The Rotary Club of San Francisco and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation launched the Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) in 2019. Below is an ALPS project where we can help by donating canned food. Any questions, please contact Harmony Ma, ALPS Program Manager.
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ALPS Project July 10, 2021: Canned Food Drive
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Posted by Brian Lan on Jun 20, 2021
The Public Relations and Vocational Service Committees of our Club presented a session on June 9, 2021 on why Rotarians should use LinkedIn and how it can benefit Rotary. If you missed any part of this session or just want to see the program again, below are the recordings: Main Session & the Job Search breakout session - Why Rotarians should use LinkedIn and how it can benefit the Rotary Club. This video also includes a breakout session for Rotarians who want to learn how to use LinkedIn to search for a job.
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Recordings from LinkedIn for Rotarians Workshop
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2021-06-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 17, 2021
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) opened the final meeting of his term as our Club's president and welcomed everyone. He shared the following Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement from Rotary: "As a global network that strives to build a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change, Rotary values diversity and celebrates the contributions of people of all backgrounds, regardless of their age, ethnicity, race, color, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Rotary will cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture in which people from underrepresented groups have greater opportunities to participate as members and leaders." Then, President JT led the audience virtually to the Empire Room at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel for one final visit. The Hotel remains closed from the pandemic and has also been sold. Our Club closes a chapter in its history of meeting at the Sir Francis Drake and begins a new chapter on June 22, 2021 when we will start meeting at the Hotel Nikko.
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E-MEETING Highlights for June 15, 2021: How Our Club Changes the World
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Dora Dye
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2021-06-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jane Mermelstein on Jun 15, 2021
Last week, members of our Club sorted almost 1,500 socks and distributed them to the Homeless Prenatal Program, SF Police Department, SF Fire Department, and LavaMaeˣ.
Our Club has been sharing socks with our partners who support the homeless since Emergency Services Day in 2018 when we supplemented flower arrangements with socks and then shared them with our first responders after the event. The San Francisco Rotary Foundation has provided grants for this program. We have also solicited corporate donations and received many socks from Bombas -- some as part of their 1:1 match (for every pair of socks they sell, they give one pair to share with the homeless). Last summer, Bombas gifted an extra 3,750 pairs of socks to our Club to distribute in San Francisco.
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Report on the Sock Project
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2021-06-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Jun 08, 2021
At this meeting, we celebrated the success of the 12th Annual Bike Build and thanked Bill Poppen (Banking: Management | MUFG Union Bank) for leading this event. President-Elect Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group | Vanguard Properties) and the incoming Board of Directors presented the annual Club Assembly. They shared their plans and goals for the upcoming year. This meeting via Zoom was recorded. The recording will be shared with you when it becomes available.
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E-MEETING Highlights for June 8, 2021: Mary Liu and Serve to Change Lives
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2021-06-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sue Rokaw on Jun 05, 2021
Our Club honored five graduating seniors with a Rotary Club of San Francisco 2021 Interact Scholarship Award at our June 1, 2021 Club meeting. Scholarship selection focuses on extracurricular interests, community service, and leadership experience plus their articulated personal goals and dreams. It was great to hear from the students during the meeting as to how their Interact Club participation has positively impacted their lives. Each expressed appreciation for our Club’s $2,500 financial support! Congratulations to them all! Now a little bit about each.
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2020-2021 Interact Scholarship Winners
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2021-06-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 04, 2021
SAVE THE DATE. Our first in-person meeting since March 2020 will be held on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. At this meeting President-Elect Nominee Christopher Wiseman will lead the debunking of President JT Forbus. Registration will open soon. Lunch will be served, and how to make payment will be forthcoming. Don't miss this opportunity to thank our outgoing president for all he has done to make this a great Rotary year despite all the challenges presented by the pandemic.
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Save the Date - June 22, 2021 for President JT's Debunking
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2021-06-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Jun 01, 2021
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) welcomed the month of June when he will "graduate" from his presidency of this Club. He led us to a past Pride Parade. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Robert Hunter, Erma Kurtovic, and the following Interactors: Owen Park, Justin Kwong, Victoria Aye, and Lana Nguyen. Also present was today's speaker, Sister ZsaZsa Glamour.
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E-MEETING Highlights for June 1, 2021: Sister ZsaZsa Glamour, SF 101: Getting to Know The Sisters of the Perpetual Indulgences
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David Dye
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2021-06-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Michael Petricca on May 29, 2021
Everyone is invited to the Spring Show, the annual art and design exhibition showcasing the achievements of graduating students across 22 different schools at Academy of Art University. The Spring Show is happening now through June 14, 2021. Go here to explore the Spring Show. Any questions, please ask me.
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Academy of Art University Spring Show
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2021-05-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 27, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:02 p.m. on April 27, 2021. A quorum was present. Also in attendance were Lisa Christian, Ed Shenkan, Nancy Graydon, Miranti Ojong, District 5150 Past District Governor Sue Rokaw, Dan Joraanstad representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, and Past President Rhonda Poppen. Dora, Secretary, recorded the minutes. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Treasurer’s Report: Gary discussed the highlights of the balance sheet and the statement of operations as of March 31, 2021 and for the nine months then ended. He also explained how to read the report to those in the audience today. The Board approved the Treasurer's Report.
Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the minutes for March 30, 2021 prepared by Dora.
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April 2021 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2021-05-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on May 25, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on June 8, 2021: Carmel Finnerty (Ros Hills Property Management | Self-employed) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: May 2021
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Terry Pickering
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2021-05-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on May 20, 2021
Past President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Emily DiLaura, Jamie Miller, Erma Kurtovic, Lance Scott, and Arturo Guillen. Lance and Arturo are from The Arc San Francisco. Also present was today's speaker, Frank Schulenburg. New Meeting Place Progress is being made on locating a new meeting place for our Club. Stay tuned!
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E-MEETING Highlights for May 18, 2021: Frank Schulenburg, How to improve the quality of knowledge on Wikipedia
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David Dye
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2021-05-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on May 14, 2021
The San Francisco Rotary Foundation has been looking at a number of issues over the last several months. Here is a quick update. BOARD MEMBERSHIP
We have three long-term members of the Foundation who come off the Board at the end of June including Cecile Chiquette, Tim Hornbecker, and Eric Schmautz. These three have served the Foundation for nine years. Bravo! All three have served as Presidents of our Club, and Tim has been President of the Foundation. In addition, Tom Briody is concluding his second year of service and will not be able to return. To all of these stalwart members of the Board, we extend a thank you for service and dedication to our Foundation. We have a great slate of new candidates to serve on the Board, and those who have been elected will be announced at the June meeting which will be on June 24, 2021.
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News and Views from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation
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2021-05-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on May 12, 2021
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated National Eat What You Want Day at the Japanese Tea Garden.
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E-MEETING Highlights for May 11, 2021: Christopher Pollock, Golden Gate Park and its 150 Years of History
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2021-05-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 06, 2021
Congratulations to Club member Jianying (James) Chen and his wife, Estela, on the birth of their son, Abraham! Abraham was born on April 14, 2021, weighing 3.35 KG and measuring 20 inches in length. The whole family is doing well. Note: This column is where we invite members to share their professional, personal, or Rotary milestones. All entries are to be submitted to the Grindings Editor who reserves the rights to edit and approve the submissions before publication. Please note that once published, the information is available online to anyone.
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Members in the News: May 2021
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Dora Dye
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2021-05-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Apr 30, 2021
Twelve Rotary Club of San Francisco members participated in our April 29 social event - Family Feud! We had two teams, women vs. men, competing for a cash prize of $1,000 to support a charity of their choice. The house was packed with friends and family cheering for their favorite team!
Laine Hendricks' composure and touch of humor made for an awesome emcee! Mary Liu was the perfect game show host personality! Quick wit and a perpetual smile served her well!
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Lights...Camera...Action!
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Posted by David Dye on Apr 30, 2021
Our Club co-sponsors the Rotaract Club at the University of San Francisco with the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown. Once vibrant, this Rotaract Club went dormant for a while due to the graduation of members and COVID-19. Earlier this year, this Rotaract Club became active again. See the story here in this video clip. Dora and I were pleased to join these Rotaractors at the recent Earth Day clean-up with the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, the Rotary Club for Global Action, and the Rotary Club of Peninsula Starlight.
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Rotaract Club at USF is back!
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 29, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:04 p.m. The entire Board was present. Also in attendance were Lisa Christian, Dan Joraanstad representing the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, and Past President Rhonda Poppen. Dora, Secretary, recorded the minutes. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the minutes for February 23, 2021 prepared by Dora. District 5150 Awards for Club Excellence 2020-2021 Rotary Year: Dora reviewed the results of these Awards for our Club in 2020-2021 and announced that she would be submitting these results to Rotary District 5150.
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March 2021 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2021-04-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Apr 27, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on May 11, 2021: Kevin Davidson (Social Justice | CANI-PAC) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: April 2021
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Posted by David Dye on Apr 22, 2021
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated the completion of taxes and led us virtually to a city tour bus. Visiting Rotarians and GuestsIn today's audience were Josh Traeger and Katja Matthews of the Brattleboro Sunrise Rotary who talked about how their entire club is virtually traveling the world to visit other Rotary clubs as part of their Chasing Sunrise initiative. See here for more information. Other guests included Randy Adams, Jamie Miller, Andrés Vera, Matthew Madsen, Anne Bello, Josh Goldberg, and Karina Alvarado Mendoza. Also present was today's speaker, Casey Fritz.
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E-MEETING Highlights for April 20, 2021: Casey Fritz, Better at the Bin with Recology
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Posted by Bob Hermann and David Dye on Apr 15, 2021
Past Presidents Eric Schmautz (2008-2009) (Banking: Management | Wells Fargo) and Stephanie Schmautz (2015-2016) (Elder Care and Senior Services | The Carlisle) led today's meeting and welcomed everyone. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Ashok Gupta, August Reader, Jamie Miller, Jean Schore, Harmony Ma and her guests (Cecilia Bentley and Yajaira Carter), Karen Sommerich, Jeff Lerner, Salvador Farfan, Carrie Condran LaBriola, and today's speaker, Dr. Oral Moses.
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E-MEETING Highlights for April 13, 2021: Dr. Oral Moses, An Overview of African American Music
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Bob Hermann and David Dye
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Apr 13, 2021
The 50-50 campaign is diligently tracking our generous donors. Because individual gifts to The Rotary Foundation (TFF) are not available for public view, we plan to include only the aggregate total in our gift giving for 20-21. If you wish to omit your donations to TRF from the total of the 50-50 campaign, please contact Christopher Wiseman as to what amount of cash to exclude, and we can subtract it from the aggregate of the total TRF funds raised from our Club. Thanks for keeping us informed.
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50/50 Campaign: Managing Your TRF Donations
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Apr 11, 2021
A group of volunteers from the Rotary Club of San Francisco partnered with Catholic Charities on Saturday, April 10. Working steadily from 9 to 11:30 AM, we formed three assembly stations to do the following: (1) organize non-perishable food supplies into kits, (2) organize hygiene items and socks into kits, and (3) combine the two kits into yellow backpacks and add to large boxes for distribution. Event organizer and Rotarian Carol Laughlin of Catholic Charities indicated that the items are in direct response to needs expressed by those who will receive the kits.
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Assembling Backpacks for the Homeless with Catholic Charities
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2021-04-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 08, 2021
President-Elect Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group | Vanguard Properties) led today's meeting and welcomed everyone. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Kevin Davidson, Eoin Garcia, Abdul Hadi (Rotarian), Joe Lamberson, Jeff Lerner, Patrick Marks, Jean Petro, Karen Sommerich, Andres Vera, and today's speaker, Gary Kamiya.
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E-MEETING Highlights for April 6, 2021: Gary Kamiya, A Jaunt Through San Francisco
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 05, 2021
After the publication of these Board highlights in the April 4, 2021 issue of Grindings, we discovered an error and provide the correct language here: Adding Foundation member to our Board. The Board approved the addition of the president of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation to the Board of Rotary Service, Inc. The SFRF president would be a non-voting member on our Board.
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Correction on February 2021 Board Highlights
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2021-04-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 01, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:02 p.m. A quorum was present. Also in attendance were Lisa Christian and Past President Rhonda Poppen. Dora, Secretary, recorded the minutes. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the minutes for January 26, 2021 prepared by Dora. District 5150 Awards for Club Excellence 2020-2021 Rotary Year: Dora reminded the Board of the deadline to submit scores to her.
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February 2021 Board Highlights
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Posted by Lily Muldoon on Mar 31, 2021
Volunteering with Rotary can take you to unique places! For example, a small street tucked in the Mission has many small "maker" businesses - like the shop which did all the cutting and assembling of the gowns that Rotarians delivered to protect health workers. Covering the Bay Area from Pleasanton to San Mateo, and cities in between, the Rotary Club of San Francisco met the challenge of loading cars with over 2,250 gowns and distributing to welcoming hands across the Bay Area.
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San Francisco Rotary Foundation Funds Gowns and PPE
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Mar 30, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on April 13, 2021: Jeff Lerner (Interior Design: Flooring | Floorcraft/Flowercraft San Francisco) Matthew Madsen (Nonprofit Management | The Salvation Army) Karen Sommerich (Brand Strategy | Salesforce) Andrés Vera (Performing Arts | Self-employed) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: March 2021
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Posted by David Dye on Mar 25, 2021
 President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated Jonas Salk's polio vaccine in 1953 and led us virtually to Alcatraz. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Olgha Kniezeva, Murrey Nelson, Mugdha Varpe, Zeenah Haddad, Allison Ettenger, Toni Heineman, Kate Hecht, David Stein, Adi Kulkarni, Andres Vera, Brian Muldoon, Shashank Bharill, Jean Petro, Salvador Farfan, Jeff Lerner and Rotarians Audrey Kearns and Richard Kalungi. Audrey is President-Elect of the Niles Rotary Club of Fremont, and Richard hails from the Rotary Club of Kampala South, District 9211 soon to become Districts 9213/9214. Also present was today's speaker, Dr. Diane Birnbaumer.
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E-MEETING Highlights for March 23, 2021: Dr. Diane Birnbaumer, The Latest on COVID Vaccines
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Mar 24, 2021
On March 18, 2021, Rotarians from the Rotary Club of San Francisco tuned in, listening to the sounds of “The Golden Age of Rock n’ Roll”. Celebrity DJ Peter “Drumhead” Logan spun disks and shared film clips from his broadcast studio, showcasing an all-star cast of artists. The playlist included Chuck Berry, The Beach Boys, The Supremes, Elvis Presley, The Ronettes, The Doors, The Eagles, The Beatles, Steve Miller Band and on to Huey Lewis & the News.
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DJ Peter Logan and The Golden Age of Rock 'n Roll
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 19, 2021
At the March 16, 2021 Club Meeting, we announced and honored the following new Homer Wood Fellows: Robin Azevedo, Casey Blair, Tom Brunner, Cecile Chiquette, Gary Dales, Bob Hermann, Tim Hornbecker, Dan Joraanstad, Peter Lagarias, Kevin Leong, John Mathers, Don Morrison, Luis Moran, Bill Poppen, Wendy Ross, and Bob Schmitz. The above join those previously honored and listed here.
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Mar 18, 2021
2021-2022 President-Elect Christopher Wiseman (Event Planning | Glaucoma Research Foundation) welcomed everyone to today's meeting and early celebration of St. Patrick's Day. He provided some fun facts about St. Patrick’s Day including that the original color was BLUE, not GREEN. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Jeff Lerner, Rich Moran, Maria Pohlman, Eric Sleigh, Karen Sommerich, Andres Vera, Andy Wang, Charley Vogt of the Rotary Club of Ignacio, and today's speaker, Valerie McGrew.
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E-MEETING Highlights for March 16, 2021: Valerie McGrew, Snapshots of the Story of the Irish in San Francisco
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Mar 16, 2021
Check out the latest happenings in Rotary's innovative youth program, "ALPS", on Instagram! Follow us today to see what our students are up to!
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Posted by David Dye on Mar 09, 2021
2018-2019 Past President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing | GRANTdog) welcomed everyone to today's meeting and celebration of International Women's Day. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Salvador Farfan, Jeff Lerner, Salma Nakhuda, Andres Vera, Moustafa Harfoush, and today's speakers - Cinthia Carvajal and Ammarah Maqsood. Also present from Roots of Peace were Carol Lustenader, Patricia Sheikh, and Linda Sussman. Chatterbox! Here is today's question: The focus of our March 23 meeting surrounds COVID-19 vaccinations. In order to tune the talk to our interests, the speaker is asking for our more pressing questions and concerns about the vaccines. Everyone was asked to post responses on the Chat.
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E-MEETING Highlights for March 9, 2021: Cinthia Carvajal and Ammarah Maqsood, Global Fund for Women: How Philanthropy & Politics Impact Gender Justice
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 08, 2021
One year ago, our world completely changed when the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic. The Sir Francis Drake Hotel where our Club meets was boarded up and remains closed to this day. We learned to Zoom and taught our members how to Zoom. Sheltered at home, Zoom became the only way to connect with our members, our job (if we still had one), some entertainment and activity, and our school. We knew people who got infected. Sadly, some of us knew people who succumbed to this horrible virus. After several surges and a year later, we are starting to see some light at the end of a long tunnel.
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The Pandemic: One Year Later
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Posted by Harold Hoogasian on Mar 08, 2021
After an evening of light rain, the glorious sun shone on Rotary Meadow where we worked. Under the direction of Kelly Dodge (Sutro Stewards Volunteer Coordinator and Educator), we removed non-native plants and bramble and planted species of native plants. The new plants included: soap plant, pipevine, pokeweed, sticky monkey flowers, and purple melic grass. The experience was exciting because we all knew that we would get to see these plants grow over time with each work project visit.
In addition to Kelly, Gary Keener, Andres Vera, Dan Joraanstad, and Bob Hermann participated in today's work day. Thank you and thank you to the Rotary Club of San Francisco for its support of Rotary Meadow all these years.
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Rotary Meadow Work Project at Mount Sutro Forest with the Sutro Stewards
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Posted by David Dye on Mar 04, 2021
 President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated the first compact disc released on March 2, 1983 and led us virtually to Lombard Street in San Francisco. He also shared a video clip of the recent move in San Francisco of an entire Victorian house six blocks from its original location. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Moustafa Harfoush, Jamie Miller, Devin Lewis, Jeff Lerner, and today's speaker Alan Deardorff. Member Rachel Kantosky zoomed all the way from Trondheim. Chatterbox! President JT posed this question: What was the first music album you purchased? He invited responses on the Chat.
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E-MEETING Highlights for March 2, 2021: Alan Deardorff, International Trade and Trade Policy during the Pandemic
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Mar 04, 2021
It’s been a difficult and challenging year for many programs and businesses; healthcare services in our country were no exception. Services at RotaCare Bay Area, like many others, had to pivot and realign to continue clinical care services to those in need. Rethinking and planning outside the box led to innovations used by the big healthcare providers in our smaller clinics.
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Volunteers Make a Difference in RotaCare Bay Area
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 24, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4 p.m. The entire Board was present. Also in attendance were Jessica Hansen and Past President Rhonda Poppen. Dora, Secretary, recorded the minutes. APPOINTMENT OF VICE PRESIDENT OF INTERNATIONAL SERVICE
Susan Dean had submitted her resignation as Vice President of International Service. Mary introduced Jessica Hansen to the Board for consideration to finish out Susan’s term. Jessica expressed her interest in the position and her vision. The Board discussed the procedure to fill a Board vacancy and referred to the Bylaws. A motion was made and seconded to approve Jessica Hansen to serve as Vice President of International Service until June 30, 2022. The motion was unanimously approved.
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January 2021 Board Highlights
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Feb 23, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on March 9, 2021: Moustafa Harfoush (Law: Estate Planning and Real Estate | Law Office of Moustafa Harfoush) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: February 2021
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Feb 22, 2021
Our Club recently distributed over 300+ dictionaries with TogetherSF to low-income, poverty-stricken neighborhoods, such as the Tenderloin in San Francisco. Today (Saturday, February 20, 2021), however, our project, led once again by project leader Maureen O’Shea, addressed food insecurity by providing boxes of nutritious food to ten churches to feed over 800 families in need. It was a cool and damp beginning but at the end of the morning, over 14 pallets of food were loaded onto five U-Haul trucks and three cars to provide nourishing meals to ten churches located in the Bayview Hunter’s Point area of the City. The boxes of food contained pre-packaged meats, dairy, vegetables and other nourishing grocery items to help sustain a family for a week. Each box weighed about 15 pounds to 25 pounds and through an assembly line was packed into these U-Haul vehicles for distribution. We were pumped, tired, but energized knowing the difference we were making in the lives of others.
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Volunteering with TogetherSF
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 18, 2021
Coming up soon are two District events: - February 25, 2021: a Rotary Means Business Morning Event featuring interesting speakers talking about the business climate and other issues on the San Francisco Peninsula.
- March 20, 2021: the First Virtual District Assembly, to celebrate our incoming club presidents, learn more about the different programs of Rotary, explore ways to become more involved at club and/or district level, and meet members from other Rotary clubs. Please attend especially to cheer for Mary Liu as she begins her year as our Club's President.
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What's New in Rotary District 5150
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Posted by David and Dora Dye on Feb 18, 2021
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated Mardi Gras 2021. Due to the pandemic, there was no parade, but we did get to meet virtually at San Francisco's Painted Ladies. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Jeff Lerner, Dan Evenhouse, Carmel Finnerty, Moustafa Harfoush, and Blake Poppen. Chatterbox! President JT posed these two questions: What is your favorite song? and What is your favorite music video? He invited responses on the Chat.
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E-MEETING Highlights for February 16, 2021: Richard Harrell, Music, the Universal Language: Why Do We Love Music?
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Posted by Bob Hermann (and edited by Dora Dye) on Feb 10, 2021
As today was February 9, President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated the February 9 National Days: National Cut the Cord Day, National Bagel and Lox Day, National Pizza Day. and National Toothache Day. He then escorted everyone virtually to Pier 39. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Csongor Czezar (prospective member), Daniel Green (guest of PDG Sue Rokaw (Law: Insurance | Deans & Homer)); Jeff Lerner, Jessie Chin (representing Scott Lai of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office), and today's speaker, Frederick Jordan.
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E-MEETING Highlights for February 9, 2021: Frederick Jordan, Little Known Facts About Black History
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Posted by Mary Liu on Feb 05, 2021
The Rotary Global Grant Scholarship supports academic study in Rotary’s Areas of Focus. The scholarship is in the amount of $36,000.00 for graduate level academic study in a foreign country for the academic year starting Fall 2021. Scholarship funds may be used for travel, housing, tuition, books, supplies, and/or living expenses. Rotary District 5150 seeks candidates with: - Excellent leadership skills and potential.
- A proven record of success in their academic field or vocation.
- A commitment to community service.
- Well-defined and realistic goals.
- Concrete ideas for advancing within their chosen field.
- A serious interest in keeping a lifelong relationship with Rotary after the scholarship period.
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Posted by David and Dora Dye on Feb 03, 2021
 President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated Rue Paul's Drag Race that was launched on this date (February 2) in 2009. He then ushered everyone virtually to Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL where Super Bowl LV between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be played on February 7, 2021. David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired) was singled out as the lone fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, and he expects the Chiefs to win another Super Bowl. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Csongor Czezar (prospective member), Harmony Ma of the Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS), Erica Hewitt from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening, Lisa Schwie, Kelly Barna, Moustafa Harfoush, and today's speaker, Sharon Sayles Belton.
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E-MEETING Highlights for February 2, 2021: Sharon Sayles Belton, Dare to Dream: A Vision for Community Engagement
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 27, 2021
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4 p.m. on November 24, 2020. A quorum was present. Also attending were Lisa Christian and Past President Scott Plakun. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the minutes for October 27, 2020 prepared by Dora Dye. Treasurer’s Report: Gary Dales discussed the highlights of the balance sheet and the statement of operations. The Board reviewed and approved the Treasurer’s Report.
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November 2020 Board Highlights
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Jan 26, 2021
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on February 9, 2021: Csongor Czezar (Software Engineering) Scott Lai (Governmental Relations | Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: January 2021
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2021-01-26 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 20, 2021
 To celebrate the inauguration of a new U.S. President and to welcome a new chapter in our country's history, President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) played Bruce Springsteen's song, Born in the USA. He then ushered everyone virtually to Crissy Field for a picnic lunch. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Csongor Czezar, Salvador Farfan (a former Rotarian from Long Beach, CA), Sangita Seshadri from the Rotary Club of Saratoga, Harmony Ma of the Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS), and today's speaker, Leslie Frates.
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E-MEETING Highlights for January 19, 2021: Leslie Frates, Backstage Secrets of Jeopardy!
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Posted by David A. Dye on Jan 13, 2021
 President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) welcomed everyone to the January 12, 2021 meeting held virtually at the Tadich Grill. He began the meeting with an inspirational poem, In Spite of War, by Angela Morgan. The message was that life continues even when terrible things happen and we are encouraged to look at the best surrounding us and not focus on the negative things in our world. President JT also announced that Disneyland would be transformed into a COVID-19 vaccination super site. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
In today's audience were Past District Governor Chris Gallagher, Csongor Czezar from Hungary, and Geoff Cochran, an Annual Giving Officer with The Rotary Foundation.
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E-MEETING Highlights for January 12, 2021: Geoff Cochran, An Overview of The Rotary Foundation and Annual Fund
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 08, 2021
Coming up this week are the following District events: Our Club invites you to participate in the following:
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What's New in Rotary District 5150 and the Rotary Club of San Francisco
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 07, 2021
Over 65 Rotarians and guests attended our first meeting in 2021. President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) invited everyone to enter the Chase Center virtually.  This Day in History88 years ago on January 5, 1933, construction began on the Golden Gate Bridge, ushering in the "hard hat area" in San Francisco. Agenda
President JT shared today's agenda and invited everyone to post their New Year's Resolution(s) on the chat.
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E-MEETING Highlights for January 5, 2021: Rob Valletta, The U.S. Economy: On the Mend in 2021?
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 06, 2021
Laine Hendricks
On Tuesday, January 5, 2021, Mary Bates (2020-21 District 5150 Governor), along with Past District Governor Chris Gallagher (Chair of the Nominating Committee for the next District 5150 Governor Nominee Designate), announced to our Club that our own Laine Hendricks had been unanimously selected to serve as District 5150 Governor in 2023-2024. Laine served as our Club's President in 2014-15 while Chris Gallagher served as District 5150 Governor in the same Rotary year. Said PDG Chris, "I know what she can do. Laine will make an excellent District Governor."
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Laine Hendricks Selected to be District Governor in 2023-24
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jan 06, 2021
The San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) and the Grant Review Committee of the Rotary Club of San Francisco have updated and released the Grant Application Template and the Final Report Form along with the instructional guides. Many hands have helped to shape these documents on behalf of the SFRF. Thanks to all who have participated. But one person in particular has to be recognized for improving these crucial documents: Tim Allen. Tim’s career has been spent in grant making and his perseverance, expertise, and background were of great help. Thanks, Tim!
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Revised Grant Template and Final Form Now Available
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 31, 2020
BEFORE THE PANDEMIC
2020 for the Rotary Club of San Francisco began with new activities: Fund the Future Benefit to raise money for the Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) and assembling survival kits with Catholic Charities for distribution to homeless families. Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) and the Speakers' Committee introduced us to a new speaker series.  The San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs played in the Super Bowl. At the Club's Super Bowl Party, David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired) was the lone fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.
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A Look Back at 2020
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 24, 2020
Over 90 members, guests, and visiting Rotarians logged into the first virtual Holiday Party and Annual Meeting of the Rotary Club of San Francisco in its 112 years of history held at Nakatomi Plaza on December 15, 2020. We were at this Plaza virtually, because it is the site of a favorite movie of President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco), who welcomed everyone and then introduced Stephanie Schmautz (Elder Care and Senior Services | The Carlisle), Chair of the Holiday Party Committee. Stephanie went over the program for the day and was joined by Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing | GRANTdog) who managed the raffle and Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group | Vanguard Properties) who managed the technology for today's party.
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Recap of the 2020 Holiday Party and Annual Meeting
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 24, 2020
The last time we met was at the Annual Holiday Party on December 15, 2020 where I was on a computer screen dressed in a Santa suit. The party was virtual, but it drew the largest attendance our Club ever had since we began meeting virtually in March 2020. Many thanks to Stephanie Schmautz, Chair of the Holiday Party Committee. See the next story for the highlights from the party.
In this final issue of Grindings for 2020, you will find a list of those members celebrating their birthday in January 2021 as well as a list of members celebrating their anniversary in our Club in January. Help us keep these lists accurate by updating your information on ClubRunner.
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A Message from the Editor
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Posted by David A. Dye on Dec 10, 2020
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12 noon. December 8, 2020 was National Brownie Day, and President JT baked some virtual brownies for us. Today we met virtually at Lowell High School. Joining us were Daniel Gao and Issy Southern, both Interactors from the Interact Club at St. Ignatius College Preparatory that the Rotary Club of San Francisco co-sponsors with the Rotary Club of San Francisco West. Daniel and Issy shared the background of their Interact Club, who their leaders are, what this Interact Club does in a typical year, and how they plan to proceed during the pandemic. J Padilla from our Club and Ken Lai from San Francisco West serve as the Rotary advisors to this Interact Club. Following the departure of Daniel and Issy, President JT asked the audience members to share on the Chat the name of their high school and the year when they graduated.
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E-MEETING Highlights for December 8, 2020: Katherine Weinstein Miller and The Future of Juvenile Justice, San Francisco and Beyond
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Dec 08, 2020
Wow! What a day of service or shall we say a few hours of service that provided the foundation for additional aid to those in need of nutritional food. Under project leader Maureen O’Shea, with support from the Community Service Committee of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Peninsula Starlight, the Rotary Club of San Francisco Castro, and the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, a total of 22 individuals tackled over a dozen pallets and packaged over 20K pounds of fruit.
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Rotarians in Action at the SF Marin Food Bank
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Calling all Rotarians to help one of our corporate members, Catholic Charities and its clients, in the following opportunities: Pantry Helpers at the OMI Senior Center, 65 Beverly Street, San Francisco, CA. You will work outside, following all COVID-19 protocols, to serve people at this Center. We meet every Thursday from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and would like volunteers to commit to at least three weeks each month.
Sort Donations at Treasure Island. Regular volunteers to sort donations in a well-ventilated environment at our Treasure Island office, and do other small tasks with just one or two other people. Weekdays between 9 AM and 5 PM; days and times flexible.
Enjoy the feeling of community and camaraderie of volunteering while still being safe. To volunteer, please contact Carol Laughlin.
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 03, 2020
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) welcomed everyone to today's meeting held virtually at The Overlook Hotel. (Do you remember which movie is connected with this hotel?) He shared how he had spent the Thanksgiving holiday. Guests and Visiting Rotarians
Among today's guests were Csongor Czezar from Hungary, Margaret Miley (prospective member), Stan Pond who was visiting from the Rotary Club of Foster City as a guest of Peter Logan (Law: Insurance| Peter Logan Law Offices), Sara Willett, a guest of Miranti Ojong (Financial Services: Advising | Team Armada), Krista Maloney and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA, and Dr. Kiran Dabholkar of the Rotary Club of Deonar, Mumbai, India.
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E-MEETING Highlights for December 1, 2020: Dr. Jennifer Scarlett and the Union Square Holiday Windows
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Dec 01, 2020
The Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) met on November 19, 2020. President Dan Joraanstad presided and welcomed everyone. Below are some highlights from that meeting: Update on the 50/50 Campaign: Dan reported that the 50/50 Campaign has achieved over 76% of its $100,000 goal. Even better, total pledges paid are at 72%. Our members are not only generous but good for their word. Dan added that combining the fundraising for both Foundation and Club has sparked interest among several other Rotary Clubs.
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November 2020 Highlights from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 01, 2020
At the Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Club E-Meeting, President JT Forbus bestowed upon Past President Harold Hoogasian the honor of Rotarian of the Month. Harold has been a member of our Club and a Rotarian for over 30 years. He served as our Club's President in 2001-2002. Harold is also the owner of Hoogasian Flowers, a family business started by his father. For years, he has contributed flowers to Club events and donated his warehouse space for Rotary and Rotary projects such as housing our Club's records; storing dictionaries and allowing our members to plate and prepare the dictionaries for distribution to third graders in the San Francisco Unified School District; and allowing our members to assemble diaper bags for donation to expectant mothers at the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP). Harold has even stepped up and volunteered to deliver the stuffed diaper bags and extra diapers to the HPP.
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Rotarian of the Month: Harold Hoogasian
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 29, 2020
Celebrating Thanksgiving with the clients of The Arc San Francisco has been one of our Club’s favorite traditions for the past 13 years. The pandemic caused the cancellation of many events throughout the world in 2020, but it did not cancel our Thanksgiving with The Arc San Francisco. Past Club President and Past District Governor Eric Schmautz along with Jonathan Scopazzi from the Rotary Club of San Rafael and some behind the scene work by Greg Gutting came up with a way to deliver not one, but two Thanksgiving meals to Arc clients for a total of 360 meals. The menu included: roasted chicken, vegetables, gravy, yams, rolls with butter, pumpkin pie, and cranberry sauce.
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Thanksgiving with The Arc Highlights: November 23 and 24, 2020
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 25, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:04 p.m. on October 27, 2020. The entire Board was present. Also in attendance was past president Rhonda Poppen. President JT announced that the signed Sister Agreement with the Rotary Club of Shanghai had been placed in today’s Board materials. The Board briefly discussed the history between our Club and the Rotary Club of Shanghai and the significance of this Agreement.
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October 2020 Board Highlights
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Posted on Nov 24, 2020
The journey in Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS) for Dora Dye and Susan Dean began in July 2019 when both took Basic PRLS. Next, they completed Master PRLS Courses 3, 4, 1, and 2. On Saturday, November 21, 2020, both Dora and Susan completed Master PRLS 5 and graduated from the series. Both received an impressive Master PRLS pin and a book by Dale Carnegie. Congratulations to both! For those of you who are not familiar with PRLS, it is a series of courses designed by Rotarians Betsy Koefoed, Bill Koefoed, and Michael Ford to teach Rotarians skills and techniques as they prepare to assume leadership roles in their Clubs. Kudos to Eric Schmautz for bringing Thanksgiving to The Arc San Francisco despite the challenges caused by COVID-19. A full story about this year's meal and celebration along with mention of those involved to make this event happen will be published in the December 6, 2020 issue of Grindings. We have another author in our Club. Carla Walter has written and just released SACRED DANCE MEDITATIONS, 365 Globally Inspired Movement Practices Enhancing Awakening, Clarity, and Connection. For more information and to get a copy, visit here. Congratulations, Carla!
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Members in the News: November 2020
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Posted by Lily Muldoon on Nov 24, 2020
 This past summer Emergency Medicine doctors from San Francisco hospitals came together to paint a mural recognizing our patients and community during the challenging times caused by the global pandemic. On the outside wall of Zuni's Cafe on Market and Gough Streets, you will see a mural painted by ER doctors. I, too, was lucky to participate in this event.
"Over the past months, many caregivers and providers of health care witnessed the hardships that COVID-19 had on the health and well-being of our most underserved patients and families. Despite these hardships, we as emergency physicians experienced the incredible strength and resilience of our community in banding together - to shelter in place when possible, to make meals and provide groceries and food for our families, to provide public transportation to our essential workers, and so much more.
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Tribute Mural to Emergency Medicine Doctors
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Lily Muldoon
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2020-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Nov 24, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on December 8, 2020: Dan Davies (Management | North American Lighting) Margaret Miley (Interior Design | Handlery Hotels, Inc.) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: November 2020
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Terry Pickering
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2020-11-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Sunny Singh on Nov 20, 2020
A Rotary Talent Survey was sent out last week, and we encourage all members to take a few minutes to complete the survey. An average response has taken 3 minutes.
The objective of the Rotary Talent Survey is to help gather relevant information to connect you with committee and project leaders so that you can be involved in projects that align with your interests. The survey asks questions to identify your interests and to determine how your skill set can be used to support the Club.
We highly recommend that EVERY member complete this survey. Please reach out to Sunny Singh if you have any questions about the survey.
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2020-11-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 18, 2020
Both President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) and Past President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) welcomed everyone to today's meeting held virtually at San Francisco's Dolores Park. Everyone attending quickly selected a social distancing circle to join. The theme was "A Day of Thanks" with President JT dressed as a pilgrim (pictured) while Past President Casey was dressed as a roasted turkey (not pictured). On the Zoom Chat, folks posted what they liked to do for Thanksgiving.
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E-MEETING Highlights for November 17, 2020: A Day of Thanks
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Dora Dye
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2020-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jane Mermelstein on Nov 17, 2020
During the last few months, our Club received donations of 3,750 pairs of socks, 2,000 hygiene kits and 2,000 face masks to distribute to the homeless in San Francisco through our partners in the community. This distribution was part of the 4,500 hygiene kits distributed citywide and described more fully here. We cataloged, sorted and assembled them to give to the City’s Healthy Streets Operation Center, Homeless Prenatal Program, Lava Maex, San Francisco Police Department and Community Housing Partnership. Thanks to Susan and John Dean for offering the storage space in their garage as they received boxes and boxes and more boxes of supplies! Rotarians involved with soliciting donations, organizing, sorting and distributing included Lisa Christian, Ann Daugherty, John Dean, Susan Dean and Jane Mermelstein.
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Donations to the City's Homeless
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2020-11-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Liam Sheridan on Nov 16, 2020
The San Francisco Walk to End Alzheimer's kicked off. Although the Walk this year was everywhere, it was a successful event and a heartwarming day for all walkers! Altogether, the Rotary Club of San Francisco raised $590 for Alzheimer's research and awareness. Over the last few months, members of Rotary worked with the SF Walk Committee to raise awareness through social media, to raise funding for Alzheimer's research, and to distribute event posters to local businesses. The Walk day itself on Saturday, November 7, 2020 saw the Committee Volunteers setting up flower gardens and Walk to End Alzheimer's signage in three locations across San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley.
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Walk To End Alzheimer's A Success
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2020-11-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stephanie Schmautz on Nov 16, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving, Fellow Rotarians! The Holiday Season is coming fast and furious, and the Holiday Party Committee has been busy planning a GREAT Party for all of you. This year’s party to be held on December 15, 2020 starting at 12 noon promises a lot of surprises that can only be possible in a virtual party atmosphere so we are taking full advantage of our situation. One tradition worth keeping is our Annual Holiday Toy Drive, and we found a way to continue the Drive this holiday season in a virtual manner. Read here for instructions. You must complete your donation by December 23, 2020.
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Celebrating 112 Years of Service Above Self
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Stephanie Schmautz
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2020-11-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 16, 2020
At the Annual Holiday Party in years past, members of our Club and guests donated unwrapped, new toys to the San Francisco Firefighters Toy Drive. This year we cannot bring our toys to the party, but the need is even more dire. Due to the pandemic and its effect on jobs and incomes, some children may not get a toy this holiday season. Here is how we can help by going online and following these steps:
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Holiday Toy Drive: Please Donate
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2020-11-16 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 15, 2020
For years the Rotary Club of San Francisco has prepared and served a Thanksgiving meal to the clients of The Arc San Francisco. This year, it will be different. This year our Club will deliver a meal to those most in need and food insecure this Thanksgiving.
We need volunteers to pack meals on Monday, November 23, 2020; or serve as organizers and runners on the morning of Tuesday, November 24, 2020; or deliver the meals in the late morning of Tuesday, November 24, 2020.
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URGENT CALL for Volunteers to Pack and Deliver Thanksgiving Meals
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2020-11-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 11, 2020
In today's meeting, President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) was dressed as Neo of the Matrix movie series, choosing between the red pill and the blue pill. He welcomed members, visiting Rotarians, and guests and led us virtually to the Four Seasons Total Landscaping. (Note: One of the advantages of virtual meetings is that we can meet in any location.)
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E-MEETING Highlights for November 10, 2020: Jessica Hansen and Ethical, Sustainable Travel during COVID-19 and Beyond
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Dora Dye
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2020-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Harmony Ma on Nov. 11, 2020 The Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) is our Club’s newest, innovative youth leadership program created to serve the young people of our community and encourage opportunities for multigenerational leadership. We need Rotarians to join us as leadership coaches and content experts to: - build their own leadership and project facilitation skills.
- guide high schoolers in cultivating their own leadership potential.
- create impacts or give back to their local communities through service.
- learn more about the different communities that exist within the San Francisco Bay Area.
- get out of their comfort zone and expand their world view.
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Become an ALPS Leadership Coach
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Posted by Brian Lan on Nov 11, 2020
At Rotary, we’ve strived to serve the youth in our community for many years, and we feel now is the time more than ever to invest in our youth to become leaders in our community and world. As we reflect on our world today, we can understand how imperative it is for the younger generation to have the leadership skills to become the best version of themselves.
To achieve this end, the Rotary Club of San Francisco and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation provided $50,000 in seed funding to launch a year-round leadership program for high school youth in San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo counties. The Action Leadership Program with Students (ALPS) was successfully launched in 2019 and has since developed a framework that adapts to the needs and resources of students all over the Bay Area.
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Save the Date - February 4, 2021: Action Leadership Program with Students: Fund the Future Gala
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Brian Lan
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2020-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mary Liu on Nov 11, 2020
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the Board of Directors: 2021-22 President: Mary Liu 2021-22 President-Elect: Christopher Wiseman 2021-23 Secretary: Stacey Poole 2021-23 Treasurer: Gary Dales 2021-23 Vice President of Club Service: Christopher Eggers 2021-23 Vice President of Public Relations: Brian Lan 2021-23 Vice President of Vocational Service: Sunny Singh 2021-23 Vice President of Youth Services: Lisa Christian
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Report from the Nominating Committee
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Mary Liu
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2020-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by JT Forbus on Nov 11, 2020
On September 15, 2020, the Club thanked Past Club President and Past District Governor Eric Schmautz for securing the required signatures for a past global grant. On October 20, 2020, Past Club President John Mathers called for Rotarians to give generously to help the village in Vietnam that was part of our recent global grant. In both cases, the Grant referenced was the one authorized during Rotary year 2017-18 to support Roots of Peace in its efforts to replace minefields with peppercorn vines to spur the economy in Vietnam.
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An Update on the Roots of Peace/Vietnam Global Grant
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JT Forbus
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2020-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 10, 2020
“Service Above Self” is not just a motto; it’s a day-to-day practice for Rotarians. When each of us joined Rotary, we joined to contribute to the lives of others and enrich our relationships with others. Below is a list of leadership and service opportunities for Rotarians to work with our partners and serve the community.
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A Call To Serve With Our Partners
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Dora Dye
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2020-11-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 04, 2020
As this was the first meeting post Halloween, President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) shared photos of his and his daughters' costumes. For Halloween, he was dressed as Elvis Presley, the King of Rock 'n Roll, and mentioned that he had run in several Bay to Breakers races as part of a team of Elvis impersonators. President JT showed a video clip of the real Elvis performing. Next, President JT led us virtually to the lobby bar at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel and showed where we would all be seated. He welcomed guests and visiting Rotarians. Among the visitors today were Past District Governor Chris Gallagher and Jagpal Sran, president of the Rotary Club of San Rafael Evening.
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E-MEETING Highlights for November 3, 2020: Prof. James Taylor; 2020 Elections Aftermath: Where Do We Go From Here?
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Dora Dye
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2020-11-04 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 29, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:02 p.m. on September 29, 2020. A quorum was present. Also in attendance were past president Rhonda Poppen and Brian Lan. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the Minutes for August 31, 2020 prepared by Dora.
Treasurer's Report: Gary presented the highlights of his written Treasurer’s Report as of September 29, 2020. Next, he gave an update on the audit called for by the Bylaws and discussed the options for a financial review that he had found within Rotary District 5150. It was decided to establish a Finance Subcommittee. The Board approved the Treasurer's Report.
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September 2020 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2020-10-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Oct 29, 2020
On Saturday, October 24, 2020, three counties participated in the first Rotary Road Rally to END POLIO NOW! Rotary District 5150 clubs from San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo counties supported Rotary International’s World Polio Day and in doing so, had a morning of fun and treasure hunting all while in their own vehicles.
In raising money and awareness for ending polio, participants followed fun, educational, and problem solving clues throughout their counties. For many of us, we learned more about the wonderful county in which we live. With geography and landscapes ever changing due to business operations and demands, courses had to adapt and pivot to get around obstacles.
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Rotary Club of San Francisco Participates in the Road Rally to END POLIO NOW!
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Bob Hermann
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2020-10-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 29, 2020
Heidi Kuhn was the Keynote Speaker at the Avenues of Service event for Rotary District 5170 on October 17, 2020. Here is a video of that session. Mike Davies, a former member of our Club, passed away on October 18, 2020. For more information about Mike and his life, go here. Note: This is a new monthly column where we invite members to share their professional, personal, or Rotary milestones. All entries are to be submitted to the Grindings Editor who reserves the rights to edit and approve the submissions before publication. Please note that once published, the information is available online to anyone.
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Members in the News
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2020-10-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Oct 28, 2020
Brian Lan says what he loves about Rotary “is the mission of doing service beyond just going through the motions, the ability to serve in a structured and meaningful way. I like the networking, but the real drive is service.” He had done what he calls “one-off” service projects like stints at the food bank, “but I hadn’t had the opportunity to be part of the community, to serve, to give back.”
He says Rotary “is a good fit for what I believe in. I have a day job, but I want to be part of the community, service above self. . .Everyone wants to give back to the community they’re a part of, but Rotarians are dedicated, inspired, trying to make the world a better place. It feels great to be part of people trying to do good.”
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Brian Lan
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2020-10-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Oct 28, 2020
The 50/50 Campaign: Helping Neighbors Near and Far is an innovative campaign that showcases both the Rotary Foundation and the San Francisco Rotary Foundation. Every gift made to this annual giving campaign will be equally split between the two entities, allowing for a wider reach of support.
Our Club, the second oldest in the world, is collaborative in this approach, as it allows one gift to be split between local projects and global initiatives.
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Answers to Your Questions on the 50/50 Campaign
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Christopher Wiseman
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2020-10-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Oct 28, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on November 10, 2020: Katie Cooney (Hospital Administration | UCSF) Lesya Pishchevskaya (Real Estate Market Intelligence | IdealTarget) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: October 2020
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Terry Pickering
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2020-10-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 27, 2020
Daylight savings ended today at 2 AM. We gained an extra hour, and today's issue of Grindings has extra stories and news for you to read and enjoy.
We began a new column entitled "Members in the News" and invite you to share your professional, personal, or Rotary milestones with our members.
In this issue, you will find a list of those members celebrating their birthday in November 2020 as well as a list of members celebrating their anniversary in our Club in November. Help us keep these lists accurate by updating your information on ClubRunner.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2020-10-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 22, 2020
President JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone virtually into the Empire Room of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. He showed where we would all be seated.
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E-MEETING Highlights for October 20, 2020: Rob Byrne and Reanimating the Silent Era
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Dora Dye
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2020-10-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 14, 2020
President-elect Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group | Vanguard Properties) led this meeting and welcomed everyone. She shared photos from the recent Rotary District 5150 Beach Clean-up where 30 pounds of trash were collected in the two miles along Ocean Beach and Sloat Boulevard.
Mary issued a call to members to serve on either the Nominating Committee or the 2021-2022 Board of our Club. She posted on the screen the Board positions that were now open.
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E-MEETING Highlights for October 13, 2020: Glenn Pomeroy and Protecting Against Earthquake Damage
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Dora Dye
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2020-10-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Oct 12, 2020
Rotary District 5150 sponsored a Polio Summit on October 3, 2020. Our Club's past president Laine Hendricks served as emcee to this Summit. The Summit was a wonderful event with world class Polio experts who provided us with important updates about our fight against Polio. Because of the efforts of Rotary and its partners, nearly 19 million people who would otherwise have been paralyzed are walking, and more than 1.5 million people are alive who would otherwise have died. The infrastructure we helped build to end polio is also being used to treat and prevent other diseases (including COVID-19) and create lasting impact in other areas of public health.
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DISTRICT 5150: Polio Summit
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Bob Hermann
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2020-10-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David A. Dye on Oct 08, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) welcomed everyone and thanked our Club's International Committee for organizing today's celebration of the 75th anniversary of the United Nations. He expressed how proud he is to be a Rotarian and praised our Club for its strong leadership support. He listed Rotary's seven areas of focus and referred to Rotary's motto of Service Above Self. Next, he introduced and thanked Mary Bates, the District Governor of Rotary District 5150; Danielle Lallement, the District Governor Elect of Rotary District 5150; Gary Chow, the District Governor Elect Nominee of Rotary District 5150; and Liz Mark, an Assistant Governor of Rotary District 5150.
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E-MEETING Highlights for October 6, 2020: Dr. Tatjana Kobb, Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations
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David A. Dye
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2020-10-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 01, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called the Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4:01 p.m. on August 31, 2020. A quorum was present. Also in attendance was past president Rhonda Poppen. CLUB ADMINISTRATION Minutes: The Board reviewed and approved the Minutes for July 28, 2020 prepared by Dora.
Treasurer's Report: Gary confirmed which members of the current Board were authorized to sign for the bank accounts that belong to our Club and would be named on the resolution to be submitted to the Bank. The Board approved the bank signers as amended. Gary discussed the state of the budget. President JT mentioned the costs to return to meeting at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Susan asked about membership and dues owed. The Board approved the Treasurer's Report as well as the 2020-2021 budget.
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August 2020 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2020-10-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 30, 2020
The Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) met on September 16, 2020. President Dan Joraanstad welcomed everyone. Below are some highlights from that meeting: Update on the 50/50 Campaign: Excitement and opportunity circulated around the fact that an announcement letter and pledge form were about to go to members via mail. This “snail mail” would be followed by an email blast to be sent the week after the letters were mailed. As of October 1, 2020, $57,000 in pledges toward the $100,000 goal had been received.
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September 2020 Highlights from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2020-09-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Sep 30, 2020
Our Club's Foundation, the San Francisco Rotary Foundation, recently presented financial support to RotaCare Bay Area. This year, $11,000 was awarded to not only the Northern Peninsula but also to the Coastside Clinic.
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RotaCare: Its Mission and How You Can Volunteer
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Bob Hermann
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2020-09-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 29, 2020
Congratulations to immediate past president Casey Blair and his Board for achieving the 2019-2020 Rotary Citation. The award arrived this week and is awarded only to clubs that have achieved their goals last Rotary year.
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Rotary Citation
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Dora Dye
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2020-09-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Sep 24, 2020
So many of us have enjoyed gathering for our Club's Sunday Socials; as we may all agree, one of the core essentials for Rotarians is fellowship. True to our nature, during COVID-19 protocols, we found and continued to create innovative ways to remain connected. And so, it is with great pleasure that I share with you a brand new monthly program series that the Membership Committee's Event Planning Team has created for us! Beginning October 28, we invite you to join fellow Rotarians and their children, guests, and of course, beloved pets, for a good old-fashioned Halloween costume party. This promises to be a "don't miss" event. There will be a prize for the best costume; our judges will be taking notes!
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Membership News: Fun Activities Planned for October 2020 and Beyond
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Terry Pickering
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2020-09-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 24, 2020
Before this meeting began, President-elect Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group | Vanguard Properties) moved each person who logged in early to a breakout room to mix and mingle with fellow Rotarians and guests. This was a great idea from past president John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates) and reminded us of how we used to socialize before the Tuesday meetings actually began.
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E-MEETING Highlights for September 22, 2020: Nancy Cushen White and English Spelling
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Posted by Carol Laughlin on Sep 21, 2020
Calling all Rotarians to help one of our corporate members, Catholic Charities and its clients, in any one or more of the following opportunities: In-person help for outdoor pantry. Rotarians will pack bags of food. The need is for every Thursday, starting September 24, 2020 until March 2021, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the Ingleside neighborhood of San Francisco. The position is strenuous: volunteers must be able to lift 30 pounds, bend, stoop, and stand for three hours. Regular volunteers preferred. All COVID-19 protocols followed. For more information and to sign up, please contact Carol Laughlin. Catholic Charities will contact you before you serve.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Catholic Charities
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Carol Laughlin
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2020-09-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Sep 21, 2020
Saturday, September 19, 2020 was a day filled with sunshine and pleasant weather; it was perfect for working outdoors. Led by Harold Hoogasian, the group of Rotarians and a newly relocated Rotaractor, Ambra Jacobson, made some significant headway in helping to garden a section of Rotary Meadow. Folks, although socially distanced, were able to talk and work together as they tackled brambles, English Ivy, and non-native grasses. Working to support the environment was this team's goal in helping to pave the way for native plants in the area that our group was assigned. We made a significant dent in the landscape as is evidenced by the photos.
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Volunteering at Rotary Meadow
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2020-09-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 20, 2020
The month of October 2020 is filled with events and new opportunities for members and guests. 75th Anniversary of the United Nations On pages 20 and 21 of the October 2020 issue of the Rotary magazine is an article entitled "A partnership with a long history" about the partnership between the United Nations and Rotary. Our Club is celebrating this partnership on October 6, 2020 when our guest speaker will be Dr. Tatjana Kobb, who was appointed by Rotary International President Holger Knaack as a 2020-2021 Rotary International Representative at the United Nations headquarters. If you have specific questions about the role of the UN in these challenging times or have questions about the role of Rotary in the founding of the UN, please submit them to Susan Dean and we will pass them on to Dr. Kobb.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2020-09-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 17, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated the return of college football and his favorite team, the Auburn Tigers, from his alma mater of Auburn University in Alabama. He led us virtually to Jordan-Hare Stadium for today's luncheon. Today's guests included Salvador Farfan (a former Rotarian from Long Beach, CA) and John King (today's speaker).
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E-MEETING Highlights for September 15, 2020: John King, Architecture and the City in Uncertain Times
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Dora Dye
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2020-09-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 10, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated International Literacy Day today. This day was founded by proclamation of The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and is in line with one of the areas of focus of Rotary International - supporting education and literacy. International Literacy Day has been celebrated on September 8 every year since 1967.
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E-MEETING Highlights for September 8, 2020: Gwyneth Borden, What Will the Restaurant Industry Look Like After the Coronavirus Pandemic?
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2020-09-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 07, 2020
Living during a pandemic for the past six months has been challenging and at times uncertain. However, this moment has also propelled us to adopt methods that had existed but were not as widely used until now to stay engaged, complete work, and move forward such as working remotely, taking online classes, dining outdoors, and meeting online.
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Pandemics and How Rotary Adapts
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Dora Dye
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2020-09-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Sep 06, 2020
Sunny Singh joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 2017 on the recommendation of an older work colleague who advised him “to surround myself with successful and well-rounded people.” “I enjoy the aspect that we have so many members involved in long-lasting nonprofit projects,” he says. “That makes it easier to get involved in projects that the Club is already doing. There are so many projects in different categories, so it’s easy to find something you’re passionate about.” And he jumped right in, volunteering for such Club projects as the Bike Build, Alzheimer’s Walk, stuffing diaper bags for the Homeless Prenatal Program, and attending several Club social events. On July 1, he joined the Club Board as Vice President of Vocational Service, replacing Mary Liu, who became President-Elect.
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Sunny Singh
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2020-09-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 03, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) celebrated the 35th anniversary today of the finding of the wreck of the Titanic on September 1, 1985. He led us virtually to the dining room in the Titanic and showed us the menus. President JT welcomed Rotarian Kerri Murray (also today's guest speaker), Rotarian Bill Tobin, prospective members Liam Sheridan and Sharonda Grant, and all members of our Club in attendance.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS September 1, 2020: Kerri Murray, Global Displacement and the Importance of Shelter in Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19
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2020-09-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 02, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO President JT Forbus called his first Board meeting via Zoom to order at 4 p.m. on July 28, 2020. The entire Board was present. Also in attendance was past president Rhonda Poppen. President JT welcomed everyone to a new Rotary year with the Four-Way Test and emphasized the high level of communication at these meetings.
The Board reviewed the upcoming events in the Club as listed on today’s Board agenda.
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July 2020 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2020-09-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Sep 01, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that this individual is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on September 15, 2020: Liam Sheridan (Management: Customer Relationship | Salesforce) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: September 2020
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Terry Pickering
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2020-09-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 28, 2020
The month of September 2020 offers several opportunities to serve our community: September 19: Volunteer to do some gardening and weeding to improve and enhance Rotary Meadow. September 21: Deliver pre-packaged dinners to The Arc San Francisco clients who are experiencing food insecurity. Much care and planning have been taken to make all of the above in-person activities safe for everyone participating.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 27, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) welcomed District Governor Mary Bates, Assistant Governor Liz Mark, Martha Ryan of the Homeless Prenatal Program, prospective members Liam Sheridan and Katie Cooney, and Club Members and led us virtually to the Empire Room at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 25, 2020: District Governor Mary Bates
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2020-08-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Aug 24, 2020
Past President and Past District Governor Peter Lagarias describes Dr. Howard Denbo as “a Rotarian’s Rotarian.” Dr. Denbo was a vascular surgeon at St. Francis Memorial Hospital, where he served as chief of surgery from 1982-85. He died May 24 at the age of 90 and was interred at the US Military Cemetery in Dixon, CA. He served with the US Army in Korea, was recalled briefly to active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis and retired from the US Army Reserves in 1968. He was also a sailor and pilot. For more information, see his obituary.
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In Memory of Dr. Howard Denbo
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2020-08-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 20, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and led us virtually to the Empire Room at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Today marked the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution granting women the right to vote. Today was also Bad Poetry Day. President JT commented on the heat wave in the Bay Area and then shared today's agenda.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 18, 2020: Brian Herbert and the Chase Center
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2020-08-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 13, 2020
Our Club welcomed several visiting Rotarians from District 5150. President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and led us virtually to the Renaissance Room at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 11, 2020: Jon Kaufman and Self-Reliant Villages
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2020-08-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 05, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:14 PM. In today's audience were over 45 members and about 10 guests who each unmuted and self introduced themselves.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS August 4, 2020: Maria Goodavage, Doctor Dogs: How Our Best Friends Are Becoming Our Best Medicine
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2020-08-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 29, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on June 30, 2020; a quorum was present. Also in attendance were past president John Mathers; the following incoming Board members: Susan Dean, Bob Hermann, Terry Pickering, and Christopher Wiseman; and the following members: David Dye and Sunny Singh.
The Board reviewed the upcoming events in the Club as listed on today’s Board agenda.
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June 2020 Board Highlights
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2020-07-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 28, 2020
Starting in August, The Arc San Francisco needs drivers on the first and third Monday of each month to deliver pre-packaged dinners to Arc clients who are experiencing food insecurity. To participate and for more information, please go here. The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank needs our help to assemble and package food for distribution. To participate and for more information, please go here. In August, there will be an e-meeting every Tuesday at noon. Our District Governor Mary Bates will be the speaker on August 25; you won't want to miss this important meeting.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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2020-07-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jul 21, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. 50 participants joined this meeting via Zoom. There were no visiting Rotarians. Among the guests was Patricia Frost, today's guest speaker.
President JT commented on the return (i.e., "almost" return) of baseball. Last evening the San Francisco Giants defeated the Oakland A's, 6-2, in a pre-season game before ZERO fans at the Oakland Coliseum. This was not exactly a classic version of the national pastime, but it was a good start.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 21, 2020: Patricia Frost, Children and Disaster: Being Aware and Prepared During COVID
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2020-07-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jul 15, 2020
President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. Over 55 members and guests joined this virtual meeting.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 14, 2020: Hans-Ulrich Südbeck, Europe Reopens
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Posted by John Dean on Jul 09, 2020
Over 63 members and guests welcomed President JT Harold Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) whose term of office commenced on July 1, 2020. President JT opened the meeting by making a public service announcement to remind everyone that the IRS tax filing and payment deadline is July 15. He also thanked his wife Anne Marie and two daughters for their patience and support of his work with Rotary.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS July 7, 2020: President JT Forbus
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2020-07-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 08, 2020
To learn about and register for upcoming committee meetings, our regular meetings on Tuesdays, special events hosted by our District 5150, and socials, please look at our Club calendar. Coming up soon are two District events:
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What's New in Rotary District 5150
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2020-07-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Jul 08, 2020
Are you sheltering-in-place and have extra time on your hands? Do you crochet, knit, or sew? If so, we have a great opportunity for you! Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) is always in need of homemade baby blankets. The moms-to-be are very grateful to receive handmade items to welcome their new babies.
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Blankets for Homeless Prenatal Needed
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2020-07-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 02, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on May 26, 2020; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, past president John Mathers was in attendance.
The Board reviewed the upcoming events in the Club as listed on today’s Board agenda. JT announced his plan to call a Zoom meeting for Club members over the age of 60 and hear their concerns and thoughts about reopening in-person meetings.
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May 26, 2020 Board Highlights
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2020-07-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jyoti Chokshi on Jul 02, 2020
On June 24, 2020, the Board of the San Francisco Rotary Foundation (SFRF) held their final meeting of the Rotary year 2019-20. This was Tim Hornbecker’s last meeting as SFRF Board President, completing an outstanding tenure through challenging times. Tim navigated the Foundation meetings through COVID-19 with the use of technology and led the Board in approving funding for personal protective equipment (PPE) in lightning speed.
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News from the San Francisco Rotary Foundation
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Jul 01, 2020
Christopher Wiseman has built a career around event management and fundraising. On July 1, he joined the Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and became Vice President of Development.
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Christopher Wiseman
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2020-07-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 01, 2020
Happy New Rotary Year! Our new Board spent a long Friday (June 26, 2020) afternoon via Zoom getting to know one another and setting some goals for the coming year. The 2020-2021 theme for Rotary International is " Rotary Opens Opportunities". The 2020-2021 theme for Rotary District 5150 is " Rotary Chosen Family".
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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2020-07-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 24, 2020
Over 60 participants joined the June 23, 2020 meeting of the Rotary Club of San Francisco via Zoom – the final meeting under the leadership of 2019-2020 President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC). Among the guests were Assistant Governor Patrice Perillo as well as Casey’s parents, his wife Nicola, and their two daughters.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 23, 2020: Debunking President Casey Blair
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2020-06-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 22, 2020
Rotarians in District 5150 gathered for the Awards Regatta that took place on June 13, 2020. Together we celebrated the winners of the District Awards and the accomplishments of the 2019-2020 Rotary year. Our Club earned the following awards: Club Administration, Community Service, International Service, Public Image, Vocational Service, and Youth Service.
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2019-2020 District Awards
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2020-06-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Jun 22, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that this individual is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on July 14, 2020: Sue Rokaw (Law: Insurance | Deans & Homer) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: June 2020
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2020-06-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 18, 2020
The June 16, 2020 virtual meeting of the Rotary Club of San Francisco was called to order at 12:15 PM by President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC). Over 62 members and guests participated on the Zoom meeting, including a visiting Rotarian from Scotland. President Casey began the meeting by mentioning the United States Supreme Court decision announced on Monday, June 15, 2020, extending Title VII of the US Civil Rights Act of 1964 to LGBTQ citizens. This momentous decision by the Court impacts millions of Americans, including many members of our own Club.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 16, 2020: Emperor Norton and Special Awards
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2020-06-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Lilian Tsi-Stielstra on Jun 16, 2020
Despite the shortened school year, the Interact Club at George Washington High School completed over 48 hours of volunteer service at a local food pantry, did a beach clean-up, provided support at marathons, and conducted bake sales to raise funds for a District International Service project. Together, they raised $850 and will be sending those funds to benefit Alliance for Smiles.
Jessica Hansen, Executive Director at Alliance for Smiles, expressed her gratitude.
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George Washington High School Interact Club Contributes to Alliance for Smiles
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2020-06-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Jun 15, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco is proud to announce its 2020 Interact Leadership Award Recipients. For the past several years, our Club has awarded $2,000 scholarships to exemplary students from the Interact Clubs of George Washington High School (GWHS) and Lowell High School (LHS). The purpose of the award program is to encourage leadership development and participation in Interact as well as recognize outstanding Interact club members by supporting their higher education goals. Students were selected by the Scholarship Committee based on several criteria pertaining to academic, extracurricular, volunteer, and leadership excellence. This year's recipients are:
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2020 Interact Scholarship Winners
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2020-06-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 10, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private trading | KCB Trading, LLC) called the meeting to order at 11 AM and welcomed Rotary International President-elect Holger Knaack who was joining us as today's guest speaker all the way from Germany. Over 60 people–including a number of District 5150 leaders and members of other local clubs–attended today’s virtual meeting. President Casey began the meeting with a quote from the late Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.: " In the end, we will remember not the word of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." Then, he presented and read a Statement signed by the presidents of all ten San Francisco Rotary clubs. The Statement expresses Rotary’s support for racial equality and social justice. Read the Statement here.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 9, 2020: RI President-elect Holger Knaack
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“Many doubt the justice of our country, and with good reason. Black people see the repeated violation of their rights without an urgent and adequate response from American institutions.” George W. Bush, June 2, 2020 The systemic racism in our country is on view today, in the midst of health and economic crises. Violence is not the answer, but all Americans must listen to the voices raised in protest and take action. Rotary has served the needs
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A Statement from the Rotary Clubs of San Francisco
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2020-06-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 08, 2020
Norm Lynde, a retired certified public accountant turned blogger, contacted our Club recently in search of a painting by one of our former members. That member was Albert Tolf (1911-1996) pictured here. Albert in his lifetime was well known for his paintings and cartoons about the city of San Francisco and its history. As I learned through three of our Club's past presidents: Jim Patrick, Scott Plakun, and Eric Schmautz, Albert Tolf is also the artist of the masthead that you see weekly at the top of each issue of our Grindings newsletter. Norm was kind to share his blog about his journey and experiences as he "traveled through San Frantasia"—the San Francisco that Albert depicted for us in great detail, building stories within stories. Norm also shared how he found hope in Albert's artwork for our City during this difficult period in all of our lives. Please go here and don't miss a single link. Blog reprinted with permission from Norm Lynde
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Albert Tolf and a Magical Journey through San Frantasia
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2020-06-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Jun 08, 2020
After a lifetime of community service in various venues, including volunteering on many projects with the Rotary Club of San Francisco with his husband, Membership Vice President Dan Joraanstad, Bob Hermann decided to join the Club in December 2017 in anticipation of his retirement in January 2018. Now he’s set to join the Board as Vice President of Community Service on July 1.
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Bob Hermann
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2020-06-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Jun 07, 2020
The Membership Committee continues its educational series in 2020-2021 entitled Becoming People of Action: Learning and Growth that will be delivered online to you. The objective is to provide insight and understanding of what it means to be a Rotarian.
Below are the upcoming programs scheduled every other Thursday starting in July 2020 from 12 noon and lasting approximately 45 minutes:
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2020-2021 Becoming People of Action: Learning and Growth
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2020-06-07 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 04, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) convened the Club’s “virtual meeting” at 12:15 PM. Sixty-one participants joined the meeting via Zoom, including eight guests. In light of the current protests focused on racial equality, President Casey cited Rotary’s longtime commitment to peace and conflict resolution and presented a quote from the late Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 2, 2020: Bouquets to Art
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2020-06-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 04, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco continues to expand our presence on all major social media platforms. Follow our Club on Facebook, Instagram, Twittter, or LinkedIn. Learn about upcoming Club events, community service opportunities, fun facts about our Club and fellow members, highlights of Club meetings, and more. This is a quick and easy way to stay informed about the Club.
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Check us out on Social Media!
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John Dean
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2020-06-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 02, 2020
Over 45 Rotarians and guests from throughout District 5150 joined our Club's May 28, 2020 Educational Series to hear from incoming District Governor Mary Bates and incoming District Governor-elect Danielle Lallement. Also in the audience was District Governor-elect Nominee Gary Chow. Our President-elect JT Forbus introduced both speakers and welcomed everyone.
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Meet our Incoming District Governor and District Governor-elect
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2020-06-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carol Laughlin on Jun 01, 2020
Calling all Rotarians to help nearly 8,000 immigrants in San Mateo, San Francisco, and Marin counties apply for emergency funds during the month of June. Catholic Charities, one of our Club's corporate members, is seeking translators. The biggest need is for translators who are fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, Thai, Tongan, Tagalog, Spanish, or Vietnamese to assist immigrants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Call for Translators
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2020-06-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Jun 01, 2020
In partnership with Jean Caramatti and the Rotary Club of San Francisco International Airport, our Club received over 500 pounds of assorted chocolates and pops from See's Candies to donate to the charitable organizations that we support.
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Donating See's Chocolates to our Charitable Partners
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2020-06-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 28, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on April 28, 2020; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, past president John Mathers was in attendance.
The Board reviewed the upcoming events in the Club as listed on today’s Board agenda. John Mathers would lead the May 5, 2020 e-meeting, because President Casey would be away. President Casey encouraged everyone to attend the First Five Rotary Clubs of the World e-meeting on May 7, 2020. The Club Assembly was scheduled for May 19, 2020.
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April 2020 Board Highlights
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2020-05-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on May 27, 2020
After serving as President of his Rotary Club and District Governor of his District, both in the Seattle area, Terry Pickering could have rested on his laurels. Instead, when he joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco in July 2019, he immediately got involved and will serve on the Board as Membership Vice President in 2020-2022.
“I was a terribly shy person,” he says, “and Rotary has given me the ability, both personally and professionally, in large and small groups, to help others.”
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Terry Pickering
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2020-05-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 26, 2020
Despite the uncertainties brought on by the current pandemic, our Club has shown that it can pivot to the changes. Now we are almost at the end of the 2019-2020 Rotary year. Please mark your calendar for June 23 as we say THANK YOU to president Casey for leading us through this difficult year.
The month of June also brings an exciting line-up of speakers including Rotary International President-elect Holger Knaack. Note the start time for this e-meeting only.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Posted by John Dean on May 22, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. 49 members participated on this Zoom meeting.
John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates) made a brief presentation on behalf of the Rotary Climate Action Team (“RCAT”). He noted that the media has been full of photographs and commentary recently showing the very positive environmental impacts of the COVID-19 shutdown. He presented several photographs showing wildlife roaming our cities, clean(er) air in major metropolitan areas from Los Angeles to Beijing, and fish returning to the waters of Venice. Hopefully, we have learned how much we impact our environment, and how altering our behavior can positively impact our environment. RCAT will be sponsoring a number of educational programs in the coming months. Stay tuned and get involved.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 19, 2020: Club Assembly
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Posted by John Dean on May 21, 2020
With the continued shelter-in-place orders and restrictions on large social gatherings, the Club has shifted in recent weeks to an online, virtual meeting format using the popular “Zoom” platform. Logging onto the meetings is simple and can be done from any mobile device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) or a desktop computer. Zoom allows you to utilize your device’s camera (if equipped), or you can simply use “AUDIO ONLY”. In addition, toll-free numbers are available which allow you to simply call in to the meeting using your phone and essentially be in “conference call” mode.
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Join the Club’s Weekly “Virtual Meetings” on Zoom
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on May 21, 2020
The People of Action Educational Series held its third offering on May 14, 2020 in this new, Zoom-based opportunity for learning. Anita Stangl was the speaker of the day on the topic of Local Clubs and Rotary International.
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Report on a People of Action Educational Session
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2020-05-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on May 14, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco convened for another “virtual meeting” on May 12, 2020. President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM with over 55 participants joining via Zoom.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 12, 2020: Dr. Andi Tenner
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Posted by Mary Liu on May 13, 2020
Rotary Connects the World and in today’s new normal due to the COVID-19 pandemic and shelter-in-place order, luckily, we have many online choices to stay connected with our members. One of the more popular choices is Zoom. Zoom provides video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars. Zoom isn’t new. It’s been around since 2011, and I’ve been using it since 2013. It wasn’t until the COVID-19 pandemic that Zoom propelled to become one of the most popular platforms for virtual meetings mainly due to its free option to get started and ease of use.
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2020-05-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on May 11, 2020
Mary Liu had a difficult start in life, but it seems to have just made her stronger. She was born in Hong Kong, moved to the United States at two-and-a-half, and grew up in San Francisco. Her cleft lip and palate led to bullying and low self-esteem.
“I had a lot of shame about my cleft. I had a hard time dealing with it,” she recalls. “I went through a lot of personal development work as an adult to get to where I am today.”
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Mary Liu
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 07, 2020
Past President John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates) led and welcomed 52 members and guests to the e-meeting on May 5, 2020. Rick Harrell (Arts Therapy | Heroes' Voices) pleased the audience with his singing of With a Little Help from my Friends.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS May 5, 2020: Sheriff Paul Miyamoto
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 06, 2020
In response to the pandemic, Rotary International held a telethon on Saturday, May 2, 2020 to raise over $1 million dollars in the fight against COVID-19. The telethon was on Facebook Live and simulcast in eight languages. We heard stories from Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, and Rotary Youth Exchange students from all over the world about what they are doing to help in their communities. We also enjoyed some wonderful music. If you missed the telethon, watch it here.
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Innovation in Rotary
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2020-05-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 06, 2020
We are all living in a very challenging time. It is good to see that the human spirit grows stronger in such times. A good example is our own Rick Harrell. Anyone who knows Rick knows of his musical talent. So what could be better than a song from Rick? How about Rick in a self-made quartet? Watch here, and enjoy!
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Creativity in Challenging Times
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Posted on May 02, 2020
Rotary’s 1.2 million members across the globe have taken swift action to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. More than $3.4 million in Rotary Disaster Response Grants have already been put into action on the front lines to battle COVID-19. Additionally, millions more have been raised by our #PeopleofAction - they have responded quickly and are truly saving lives. Now, we need to do more and the need for additional funding is a priority.
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COVID-19 #RotaryResponds Livestream Telethon
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 30, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on March 31, 2020; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, Club members Susan Dean, Bob Hermann, and Connor Krone were in attendance. The Board reviewed the upcoming events in the Club as listed on today’s Board agenda. The April 7, 2020 e-meeting with Rotary International President Mark Maloney as the speaker was open to everyone. President Casey mentioned the RCAT meeting on April 6 and the Vocational meeting on April 10 and announced that the District Cruise Con had been cancelled. President Casey asked for ideas to engage members during e-meetings.
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March 2020 Board Highlights
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 29, 2020
“Service Above Self” is a day-to-day practice for Rotarians. When each of us joined Rotary, we joined to contribute to the lives of others. This week we salute those members of our Club who gave of themselves to help others in these challenging times.
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Club Members Practice Service Above Self
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Apr 29, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on May 12, 2020: William Funkhouser (Financial Services: Advising | Wells Fargo Advisors) Nancy Graydon (Development | Glaucoma Research Foundation) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members. HELP TO OUR MEMBERS Many challenges arise when things take a different direction than planned as in this period of the pandemic. The Membership Committee would like to offer help in two ways: First, if you or anyone you know is experiencing food insecurity, please let us know. We will offer a variety of ways to help supplement a household's food supply. Second, if you are experiencing difficulty with dues payments, we would like to hear from you. We advise not quitting the Club because of dues. Please be in touch with Dan Joraanstad or Terry Pickering if you have any concerns around either food insecurity or dues payment.
We are stronger together.
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Membership News: April 2020
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 23, 2020
At the e-meeting held on April 21, 2020, we had an audience of 56 members and guests including a few who were outside the United States. President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) welcomed everyone.
Service Project
Major Raymond Erickson-King (Nonprofit Management | The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center) logged in live from the streets of San Francisco as he began another day of delivering meals to the homeless. Major Raymond issued a call for volunteers to help. Dora Dye (Education: Community College | City College of San Francisco) emailed all members that afternoon with information on how to sign up.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 21, 2020: Topher White, Rainforest Connection
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2020-04-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Apr 23, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco lost one of its oldest members when Marie K. Brooks died April 4 at her home in San Francisco at the age of 94. She was one of the second group of four women to join the Club after membership was opened to women in 1987.
“She was an extraordinarily gracious and elegant person,” says Past President and Past District Governor Peter Lagarias, “just somebody who garnered complete respect.”
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Remembering Marie Brooks
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2020-04-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Raymond Erickson-King on Apr 22, 2020
During the COVID-19 crisis, The Salvation Army is distributing approximately 650 fresh meals Mondays to Saturdays to over 40 homeless encampments across San Francisco as part of MealsInPlaceSF. We urgently need volunteers to accompany Officers and Staff as we distribute meals.
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SERVICE PROJECT: Feeding the Homeless
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Raymond Erickson-King
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2020-04-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 19, 2020
A few weeks ago, Dr. Lily Muldoon, Club Member and Emergency Department Physician, applied for funding from The Rotary Club of San Francisco Foundation to purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) for front-line healthcare workers. The equipment was fully funded and has arrived. Now, Lily is looking for dedicated Rotarians to volunteer to further support the cause, by assembling face shields at home. Rotarians would pick up a package of pre-cleaned supplies from her porch, learn how to assemble using an online video, and drop the assembled shields back off in 48 hours. For more information and to register, please go here.
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SERVICE PROJECT: Assemble Face Shields
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2020-04-19 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 17, 2020
In these times of shelter-in-place and social distancing, here are some resources offered by our members and friends to help you stay connected and informed. ROTARY AND THE PANDEMIC: Learn about what other Rotary clubs in the world are doing to fight COVID-19, and participate in the dialogue here. Last week, we shared with you our Club's contribution to those serving on the front line; here is the story again. E-MEETINGS: Our Club will have to meet online until businesses can slowly reopen. If you need help with registration or logging into the meetings, please feel free to contact our Connect and Support Team. SOCIAL HOUR: The Membership Committee is hosting a virtual social hour on Sundays at 5PM each week through the end of May 2020. For information on how to participate, please contact Terry. If you have resources to share with us, please send them to me for future posting. Laughter and friendship can and do strengthen immunity.
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Resources for you
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2020-04-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David A. Dye on Apr 16, 2020
Rotarians must be youth protection certified before working with youth involved in Rotary-sponsored youth programs or events. This includes working with youth remotely via conferences calls, video conferencing, or other means of electronic communication as well as working with youth in person.
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Rotary Youth Protection Certification
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2020-04-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Apr 16, 2020
Never waste a good crisis. The COVID-19 crisis has thrust Zoom into everyone's reach. What a great platform for learning! Our Membership Committee has long talked of a series of educational sessions, and the technology of crisis handed us a great way to reach people.
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New Educational Series Begins
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2020-04-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 15, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM. 61 members and guests were in attendance. YOUTH
President Casey discussed the executive session of the Board of Rotary Service, Inc. held on Friday, April 10, 2020 to look at youth programs and how to communicate within our Club. David Dye (Management Consulting | Retired) shared a couple of slides on the Youth Protection Certification program, required of Rotarians working in Rotary youth programs. See here to complete the certification process.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 14, 2020: Ricardo Baeza-Yates, Bias on the Web
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2020-04-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Apr 10, 2020
The Membership Committee announces a new educational series entitled Becoming People of Action: Learning and Growth that will be delivered online to you. The objective is to provide insight and understanding of what it means to be a Rotarian.
Below are the upcoming programs scheduled every other Thursday through the end of May 2020 starting at 12 noon and lasting approximately 45 minutes:
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Becoming People of Action: Learning and Growth
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2020-04-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 10, 2020
In these times of shelter-in-place and social distancing, here are some resources offered by our members and friends to help you stay connected and informed. SOCIAL HOUR: Leave it to our Club to find a way to hold a social hour. The Membership Committee is hosting a virtual social hour on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 6PM each week until further notice. For information on how to participate, please contact Dan. COUNSELING: Kevin Ringstaff is a grief recovery specialist. He has generously offered a virtual counseling session every Wednesday starting at 12 noon for anyone who would like to share what is on their mind or any loss they are experiencing. Please contact Kevin if interested. If you have resources to share with us, please send them to me for future posting. Laughter and friendship can and do strengthen immunity.
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Resources for you
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Dora Dye
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2020-04-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 09, 2020
Our Club held its second e-meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) called the meeting to order at 12:15 p.m. and welcomed an audience of 120 people. In addition to our own members, there were many Rotarians from District 5150; several past District Governors including our current District Governor Sue Rokaw and incoming District Governor Mary Bates; president Phil Trompetter and members of the Modesto Rotary Club; president Jan Brown and members of the Richmond Rotary; and members of the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach in Florida.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS April 7, 2020: Rotary International President Mark Maloney
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2020-04-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 09, 2020
In times of crisis, heroes emerge. Dr. Lily Muldoon, a member of our Club and an emergency room physician, is that hero. She saw the short supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the urgent need to protect the front-line healthcare workers. Dr. Muldoon quickly put together a proposal for the following:
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Heroes and Protecting Those on the Front Line
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Dora Dye
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2020-04-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jane Mermelstein on Apr 02, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco has been purchasing socks for the last few years and distributing them through organizations that our Club partners with who work with the homeless including: Homeless Prenatal Program, San Francisco Fire Department's Paramedics, Catholic Charities, and San Francisco Police Department. Why? Socks are one of the most requested items by homeless people. Our partner organizations have been enthusiastic about the donations, including the San Francisco Police Department who have noted that having socks can help build rapport with homeless people.
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SERVICE PROJECT April 1, 2020: Report on SFPD Sock Delivery
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Jane Mermelstein
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2020-04-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 31, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on February 25, 2020; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, Club member John Mathers was in attendance. The Board reviewed the upcoming events in the Club and in the District and discussed the two events planned for March 6, 2020: (1) dinner and an evening at the San Francisco Ballet, and (2) the Gala for The Arc San Francisco.
President Casey presented what he had in mind for the Town Hall on March 17, 2020. He wanted to be able to call on several vice presidents to talk about the accomplishments of their service committee so far this Rotary year. President Casey added that lunch on March 17 would be an Irish meal and authorized Dora to purchase some table decorations.
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February 2020 Board Highlights
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2020-03-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 31, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on April 14, 2020: Kaushal Chokshi (Management Consulting | Scaale Inc.) Hayden Gubernick (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) Jessica Hansen (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles)
Alex Omoko (Human Services | Geo Re-Entry Services) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: March 2020
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2020-03-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Mar 26, 2020
The first-ever “e-meeting” of the Rotary Club of San Francisco was called to order by President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading LLC). The meeting was conducted via Zoom, with over 65 members participating. President Casey noted that the Club leadership was striving to be “nimble” as we adapt and respond to the evolving reality of the coronavirus crisis. He indicated that Club meetings would be online through at least May 1, 2020; he added that the Sir Francis Drake Hotel had been completely closed and boarded up, and the entire staff had been laid off through the end of April. President Casey thanked the Presidents' Council, Dora Dye (Education: Community College | City College of San Francisco), and Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Wells Fargo) for their support and assistance in putting this e-meeting together.
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E-MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 24, 2020: Town Hall
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John Dean
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2020-03-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 25, 2020
In these times of shelter-in-place and social distancing, here are some resources offered by our members and friends to help you stay connected and informed.
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Resources To Help You Stay Connected and Informed
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2020-03-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 18, 2020
Humankind has always been resilient, and we do not give up. So, when meeting in person becomes impossible, we use technology created by humankind to meet virtually and carry on the Rotary spirit. The Club will hold its first e-Meeting on March 24, 2020, and you are all invited. Many of you have already accepted the invitation. If you have not already done so, please register here so that you can get the details on how to log in or call in. Advanced registration is required. During this time when we are to shelter in place, we have also set up a support group to help you stay connected with Rotary friends and enjoy some fellowship by phone or email. Please check your email for this message.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2020-03-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Mar 12, 2020
In a time when we must avoid large gatherings, one small group bravely came out to make a big difference. On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, John Dean and friend Quincy Yu, Kevin Leong, Tricia Tran and her friend Rachael Rhree, along with coordinator Emily Borland stuffed diaper bags for the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) in San Francisco. HPP is a non-profit providing prenatal care, newborn care, and parenting classes to expectant and new parents, most of whom are “housing challenged” or dealing with housing insecurity (“couch-surfing,” single-room occupancy hotel rooms, homeless shelters, transitional housing, etc.).
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Diaper Bag Assembly: Small Group Makes a Big Difference
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Emily Borland
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2020-03-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Mar 10, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading LLC) introduced several visiting Rotarians, including Jeanne Gnuse from New Canaan, CT, who is in San Francisco visiting for another month; and Donna Collins from Anesbury, MA, who has been a Rotarian for 32 years.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS March 3, 2020: Sunny Schwartz
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John Dean
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2020-03-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Casey Blair on Mar 09, 2020
Dear Members and Friends of the Rotary Club of San Francisco:
In response to the San Francisco Department of Public Health's announcement to limit outings and avoid large gatherings to disrupt the spread of the coronavirus and protect community health, we have had to cancel luncheons and other events in March 2020. I am quite sad to not be able to see all of my Rotary friends and share in the wonderful community service, youth leadership, and international projects for which our Club is known. In addition, we all are missing the social aspect and camaraderie that Rotary builds and fosters among its members! I’m especially sad to not enjoy everyone’s company on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 when we would have held a Town Hall, presented some very special awards with the help of our District, enjoyed a special meal for St. Patrick’s Day, and celebrated my daughter Emmy’s birthday!
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A Message from the President
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Casey Blair
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2020-03-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Connor Krone on Mar 04, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) opened by thanking president-elect JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) for hosting on February 11, 2020.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 18, 2020: Marc Johnson
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2020-03-04 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 03, 2020
In this story are photos from the February 26 Happy Hour and Social at Zingari Ristorante for Club members, guests, and friends. Also, Valentina Sacchi Beccarini shares the story about her that was recently featured in Rotary Italia, Italy's Rotarian magazine. Many thanks to Rhonda Poppen, David Dye, and Valentina for sharing these photos. See photos here. Click on each photo to read the story.
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Rotary in Pictures March 8, 2020
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Dora Dye
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2020-03-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by JT Forbus on Mar 02, 2020
Grant season has begun for the Rotary Club of San Francisco! This is an opportunity for Rotary members to request funds for projects (or events) that are centered around Rotary’s six areas of focus: peace and conflict prevention/resolution, disease prevention and treatment, water and sanitation, maternal and child health, basic education and literacy, and economic and community development. We are excited to see the new and innovative projects Rotarians will bring us this grant season! Be sure your grants provide plenty of Rotarian involvement because what better way to serve than to serve together?
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Call for Grant Submissions
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2020-03-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Paul Robertson on Mar 02, 2020
Please see this warm invitation from Christopher Wiseman, your 2020 World Wide Rotary Day Event Chair! World Wide Rotary Day is a day to celebrate Rotary's strong international bonds with the international consuls general of San Francisco, enjoy an amazing lunch, and listen to a panel of experts discuss three of Rotary International’s pillars that benefit the climate. Seating is limited. Please be sure to RSVP so we can be sure there are enough seats for everyone who wants to attend. NO WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED AT THIS EVENT.
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Time To Talk To Paul
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Paul Robertson
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2020-03-02 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Feb 26, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on March 10, 2020: Joseph Cresalia (Peace Building | Roots of Peace) Steven Lindstrom (Software Engineering | Chairish.com) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: February 2020
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2020-02-26 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 25, 2020
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on January 14, 2020; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, Club members John Mathers, Susan Dean, and Connor Krone were in attendance. The Board reviewed the upcoming events in January and February 2020 in both the Club and the District; the Board also reviewed and approved the minutes for November 19, 2019 prepared by Dora.
Gary presented the Treasurer’s report. He went over the balance sheet highlights, the statement of operations highlights, and the attendance at Club luncheons. The Board approved the Treasurer's report. Gary also mentioned that he would be discussing outstanding membership dues with the Membership Committee.
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January 2020 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2020-02-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Feb 24, 2020
“To change ourselves effectively, we first had to change our perceptions.” — Stephen R. Covey, Leadership Author
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Perception Connects Grant Consulting and Rotary Leadership
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2020-02-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 24, 2020
From the Rotary Club of San Francisco with a classification of . . . Susan Dean and Dora Dye completed Master Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS) 1 on Saturday, February 22, 2020 along with other Rotarians from Rotary District 5150. Betsy Koefoed with the help of Bill Koefoed, Michael Ford, Richard Swart, and Ivana Hubertova facilitated the class. Participants were assigned four oral presentations. Each presentation was more challenging than the previous presentation. The challenge was the "extemporaneous" aspect of the presentations.
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Club Members Complete Master PRLS 1
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2020-02-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Christopher Wiseman on Feb 23, 2020
What: World Wide Rotary Day, launched by our Club in 1997, honors the San Francisco Consular Corps as the special guests of the Rotary Club of San Francisco. Typically, representatives from about 35 countries attend. The event also recognizes the many international service activities of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and the broad global impact of Rotary International. This year, we will feature a distinguished panel of leaders connecting the world to discuss three of Rotary International’s pillars that benefit the climate: fighting disease; providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene; and growing local economies. Who: Rhonda Poppen, 2018-2019 Club President and Not-for-Profit Consultant, will serve as moderator. The panelists will be Dr. Michael Reyes, Professor, Family Community Medicine and Global Health Sciences Faculty Affiliate, UCSF; Dr. Martha Rutherford, Not-for-Profit Leader and Water Solutions Educator; and Bart Skorupa, Social Entrepreneur and Author.
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Time To Register for World Wide Rotary Day
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2020-02-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 20, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco has planned some exciting events and service projects for you in the month of March: Back after two months of holidays on the third Monday is the popular Dinner Club at The Arc, an opportunity to plan and prepare a meal with the clients of The Arc. On March 17, President Casey Blair and the Board will update us on the Club's many service opportunities and give you an opportunity to learn more about how to get involved. Also, members of Rotary District 5150 will be presenting special awards. Don't miss this chance to honor our winning members! On March 24 is World Wide Rotary Day, one of our Club's signature events. Please RSVP well in advance so we can be sure to have enough seats for all who want to attend. NO WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED AT THIS EVENT. We also need Club members to volunteer to serve as hosts for visiting consuls.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2020-02-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 19, 2020
Tim Hornbecker shared these photos of "the last hurrah" of Clif Thomas. Both Clif and Sue Farlow have decided to make their home full-time in Beaufort, South Carolina and are leaving our Club.  At the February 18, 2020 Club Luncheon, Tim presented to Clif the Golfer Extraordinaire Award for Clif's participation in the Rotary Club of San Francisco’s Twilight Golf in 2019. After the luncheon, the celebration of Clif continued with Tim, Anita Stangl, Cecile Chiquette, and Migena Schroeder. We will miss you, Clif and Sue, and wish you the very best. By the way, if you are interested, Twilight Golf starts again on June 24, 2020. Contact Tim Hornbecker for information.
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Rotary in Pictures February 23, 2020
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Dora Dye
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2020-02-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Feb 16, 2020
In the absence of President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC), President-elect JT Forbus (Accounting | Bogdan & Frasco) opened the meeting to a standing ovation. We had a visiting Rotarian from Switzerland and several guests.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 11, 2020: Deputy Chief David Lazar
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Posted by Kevin Leong on Feb 12, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading LLC) welcomed the following Visiting Rotarians: Lorelei and Ron VerLee from Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Anita Stangl (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) introduced her guest, Maredeth Griffin. Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | Vanguard Properties/JM Real Estate Group) introduced her guest and sister, Jenny Campbell; Jenny will also serve as a RYLA counselor this spring. Next, President Casey thanked the volunteers for today's meeting.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 4, 2020: Randall Scott
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 09, 2020
In this story are photos from the Glaucoma 360 Annual Gala on February 6. Many thanks to Club Members Tom Brunner and Christopher Wiseman for welcoming our Club to this event.
The remaining photos are from the pre-PETS (Rotary Club presidents‑elect training seminar) on February 8.
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Rotary in Pictures February 9, 2020
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Dora Dye
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2020-02-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted on Feb 07, 2020
On January 15, 2020, the Foundation of the Rotary Club of San Francisco hosted its first-ever “Fund the Future” benefit for the Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS). High above San Francisco hills in the Salesforce Tower Ohana Room, more than 130 guests enjoyed breath-taking views from the City’s tallest building, nibbled on delicious appetizers, and participated in a fabulous live and silent auction.
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Report on Fund the Future
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Feb 05, 2020
This was the third meeting of the calendar year with approximately 54 Rotarians and guests in attendance. Harold Hoogasian (Retail: Florist | Hoogasian Flowers) introduced one of our Club’s past presidents, Kline Wilson, Jr. Michael Petricca (Education Management | Academy of Art) introduced Sean Buford, president of the San Francisco Firefighter’s Union along with Dr. Ranatta Kiefer (who happened to email Michael and ended up attending as his guest). Carlos Infante (Banking: Management | Chase Bank) introduced Steve Katzin from Chase Commercial Real Estate; Dan Joraanstad (Financial Services: Advising | Retired) introduced second-time attendee Steve Lindstrom, who has now applied for membership; and Jyoti Chokshi (Management Services | Talent Anywhere) introduced her husband, who is also interested in joining our Club.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 28, 2020: Rodney Fong
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Posted by Peter Logan on Feb 03, 2020
What a Super game and potluck this past Sunday! Past President David Dye enjoyed the fourth quarter VERY MUCH while the rest of us liked the first half better. But everyone had a great, congenial time with the warm hosting by Lilian and Scott Stielstra, and food from them and many others.
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Super Bowl Party and Winners
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Peter Logan
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2020-02-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jane Ferguson Flout on Feb 01, 2020
Catholic Charities is the Rotary Club of San Francisco’s first corporate member and one of the largest human services agencies in Northern California for more than a century now, serving 32,000 children, homeless families, immigrants, aging adults, and adults with disabilities, in San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo counties through more than 30 different programs.
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Giving the Gift of Dignity with Survival Kits for Our Unhoused Neighbors
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Jane Ferguson Flout
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2020-02-01 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 29, 2020
The Rotary Club of San Francisco has been busy planning new activities for you. In the month of February 2020, we are offering three social events: Rotary Night at the Warriors Game on February 10; Happy Hour at Zingari Ristorante on February 26; and the Cal vs. Utah basketball game on February 29. Save the date for World Wide Rotary Day on March 24, 2020. Registration is now open. Please RSVP well in advance so we can be sure to have enough seats for all who want to attend. We also need Club members to volunteer to serve as hosts for visiting consuls.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2020-01-29 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jane Mermelstein on Jan 27, 2020
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading, LLC) welcomed Visiting Rotarians and guests, and thanked the Volunteers of the Day.
John Mathers (Management Consulting | eVo Associates) reported on the success of the Fund the Future benefit. 130 people attended, and $53,200 net was raised. Both John and Janine Padilla (Real Estate: Sales | Astral Management) praised the student participation and talked about the great silent auction. In recognition of her work to put together Fund the Future and her contributions to the Club, Janine Padilla was named Rotarian of the Month.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 21, 2020: Ted Drake
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Posted by JT Forbus on Jan 27, 2020
Club Rotarian Lynn Luckow graciously extended his place of business for the Welcome to the Club gathering on January 23, 2020. There were snacks and wine which helped proliferate meaningful conversations about Rotary and our Club.
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Welcome to the Club Gathering
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2020-01-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Jan 20, 2020
Rotary Club of San Francisco members Dr. Lily Muldoon, Skip Brewster and Ryan Wilson celebrated World AIDS Day 2019 in Kenya with fellow Rotarians from Africa and the Rotary Club of Boulder Valley, CO. During the week-long trip (Nov. 26-Dec.2), the team recorded radio segments promoting health, development and Rotary that were broadcast on EK-FM, the only wind/solar-power radio station in East Africa, a project supported by a $5,000 grant from the Club in 2018. They also toured several Rotary agriculture, sanitation and water projects; met with local leaders and activists to exchange ideas; and helped with matching grant reporting.
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Rotary Club of San Francisco Kenya Trip
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 19, 2020
On a stormy night, eight Rotarians gathered to plate dictionaries to be distributed in the San Francisco Unified School District. Present were Harold Hoogasian, Mark Calender, David Dye, Dora Dye, Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, Kevin Leong, and Kathryn McCall. Steve Lindstrom, a guest, joined us as well.
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Dictionary Plating
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2020-01-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 17, 2020
“Service Above Self” is not just a motto; it’s a day-to-day practice for Rotarians. When each of us joined Rotary, we joined to contribute to the lives of others and enrich our relationships with others. Below is a list of current positions open in the Rotary Club of San Francisco that call for leadership and service:
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Open Positions in Our Club
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2020-01-17 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 15, 2020
DISTRICT LEADERS VISIT OUR CLUB It is customary for the sitting District Governor to visit each Club within the District during the Rotary year. On November 19, 2019, District Governor Sue Rokaw and Assistant Governor Patrice Perillo met with the Board of our Club. After the Board members introduced themselves to DG Sue and AG Patrice, DG Sue identified some key people in the District and talked about the uses of the community service grant currently offered by the District. A lively discussion ensued on our Rotaract Clubs; our Club’s Committees such as Climate Change, Youth Services, and Nominating; and on membership and retention.
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November 2019 Board Highlights
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2020-01-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jan 14, 2020
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on February 11, 2020: Tim Allen (Social Services Consulting | Allen/Loeb Associates) Dan Hollerbach (Retail: Paint Supplies and Services | Behr Pro) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: January 2020
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Posted by Lilian Tsi-Stielstra on Jan 13, 2020
It was the first meeting of the calendar year, and as President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | KCB Trading LLC) brightly reminded us, we still have six months of his regime.
As a trader, President Casey was mystified when his wife said there were 36 cards in a deck at the 2019 Holiday Party. However, a holiday trip to Hamburg humbled him, and he learned that in his wife’s culture, there is a game where there are only 36 cards in the deck. He brought a set home to be a raffle prize for the day, which was won by Dr. Carla Walter (Arts Therapy | Dance in the Spirit) at the end of the meeting.
President Casey also pointed out that Scott Plakun (Management Consulting | The Plakun Group) and the Speakers Committee have a theme for the luncheon speakers from January to March 2020. The theme is “San Francisco STILL Knows How”.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS January 7, 2020: Paul Saffo
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Jan 09, 2020
What's happening to our beloved San Francisco? The news focuses on issues like homelessness, trash on the streets, endless construction on Van Ness, and the high cost of living. It's enough to make you think that San Francisco has lost its way. We'll explore another side to the story in San Francisco Still Knows How, a special series of luncheon speakers.
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Speaker Series: San Francisco Still Knows How
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2020-01-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Jan 08, 2020
The Emergency Services Day Planning Committee is calling for volunteers to plan this special day scheduled for October 6, 2020. Emergency Services Day is one of our Club's special events in which we honor outstanding representatives of the public safety departments we depend on every day: Police, Fire, Sheriff, and Coast Guard.
For more information and to sign up, please go here.
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SERVICE OPPORTUNITY: Emergency Services Day Planning Committee
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Emily Borland
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2020-01-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Jan 07, 2020
The Super Bowl Pool is our Club’s biggest annual drive to raise funds for The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF), whose mission is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Every Rotarian around the world is asked to donate to TRF every year. Super Bowl Pool winners receive a Paul Harris Fellowship.
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2020 Super Bowl Pool: The Rotary Foundation
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jan 01, 2020
Happy New Year! Not only are we starting a new year, but we are also beginning a new decade. The Rotary Club of San Francisco has been busy planning new activities for you.
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 24, 2019
 Over 140 members, guests, and visiting Rotarians checked into the 2019 Holiday Party and Annual Meeting of the Rotary Club of San Francisco at the Westin St. Francis Hotel on December 17, 2019. They were all greeted by our check-in team consisting of Dora Dye, Club Secretary; Michael Petricca, Vice President Club Service; Tim Hornbecker, Past President; Gary Dales, Club Treasurer; and Stephanie Schmautz, Past President and Chair of the 2019 Holiday Party Committee. Michael greeted and directed members and guests to pick up their badge. Dora checked in who attended and handed out meal tickets and table assignments. Tim and Gary passed out programs and a ticket for a free toss at the Wine Toss.
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Recap of the 2019 Holiday Party
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2019-12-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Dec 13, 2019
On Tuesday, December 3, 2019, sixteen enthusiastic Rotarians and friends gathered at the Hoogasian Flowers warehouse on Seventh Street to pack diaper bags with baby clothes, towels, and toiletries for expectant mothers. This service project, coordinated by Emily Borland, provides new clothing and supplies to clients of the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) in San Francisco. HPP is a non-profit providing prenatal care, newborn care, and parenting classes to expectant and new parents, most of whom are “housing challenged” or dealing with housing insecurity (“couch-surfing,” single-room occupancy hotel rooms, homeless shelters, transitional housing, etc.).
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Diaper Bag Assembly and Baby Showers for Homeless Prenatal Program
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Posted by John Dean on Dec 12, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) opened the last meeting of 2019 at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Our annual Holiday Party will be held at the Westin St. Francis Hotel on December 17. No luncheon meetings will be held on December 24 and December 31 due to the holidays.
Visiting Rotarians included: Rudolph Gesteiner, a 16-year member of the Rotary Club of Berne, Switzerland, who is in San Francisco for a convention of geophysicists; and Steve Ike from the Rotary Club of Fisherman’s Wharf.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 10, 2019: Jeffrey Weisman
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2019-12-12 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Dec 11, 2019
 Induction of New MembersFour new members were inducted on December 10, 2019. Please reach out, say hello, and get to know our newest members.
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Membership Corner: December 2019
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2019-12-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Mathers on Dec 11, 2019
 With Christmas approaching and the spirit of giving upon us, the Rotary Foundation is proud to hold the Fund the Future Benefit in January 2020. Your ticket purchase benefits the Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS) in high schools. Not only will this Program prepare students to become leaders within our community, but it will also provide an opportunity for students to learn how to cultivate their own voice. There is no other joy in the spirit of Christmas than to assist our youth in becoming leaders of our future. We kindly suggest purchasing your ticket here before January 1 as 70% of the ticket price is tax deductible. See you at the Benefit on January 15!
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Register Now for the Fund The Future Benefit
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2019-12-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 09, 2019
 This week's festive photos are from December 4-6, 2019 and were submitted by David Dye and Anita Stangl. The first photo is of a tradition over 20 years old where the members who celebrate a birthday in the month of February come together to celebrate the holidays. The rest of the photos are from our Club's annual participation in the bell ringing on Union Square.
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Rotary in Pictures December 9, 2019
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2019-12-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Dec 04, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) opened the meeting at 12:15 PM, noting that this was our first regular luncheon meeting in three weeks due to the Thanksgiving holiday and end-of-month Board meeting.
A number of visiting Rotarians were in attendance, including: Josie McHale, District 5150 Public Relations/Public Image Chair; Joe Santos from the Rotary Club of Daly City/Colma Evening (and a former member of our Club); Rich Swart from the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown; and John Goings, a Rotarian and former long-time member of our Club who now lives in Pacific Grove where he is an active member of the Rotary Club of Pacific Grove.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS December 3, 2019: Laurel Botsford
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John Dean
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Nov 27, 2019
 Thanksgiving week is the time for one of our Club’s favorite traditions, one that dates back more than ten years: Serving lunch to clients of The Arc of San Francisco and others.
The day got off to an early start: Past Club President and Past District Governor Eric Schmautz met Lilian Tsi-Stielstra of our Club, her husband Scott Stielstra, and Jonathan Scopazzi from the Rotary Club of San Rafael at The Salvation Army’s South of Market commercial kitchen at 4:00 AM. They worked through the morning to roast 200 pounds of pork shoulder, cook 100 pounds of carrots, make a mountain of stuffing, prepare 5 gallons of gravy and decant 8.5 gallons of cranberry sauce.
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Thanksgiving at The Arc Highlights: November 26, 2019
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2019-11-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stephanie Schmautz on Nov 27, 2019
 The Holiday Party Committee is hard at work planning a fantastic party with a million dollar view. We can keep the costs down for this event with the help of generous Rotarians who donate wine and/or gift cards or who sponsor tables and/or ads for the printed program.
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Gifts for the 2019 Holiday Party
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2019-11-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by JT Forbus on Nov 22, 2019
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the Board of Directors: 2020-21 President: JT Forbus 2020-21 President-Elect: Mary Liu 2020-22 Vice President of Community Service: Bob Hermann 2020-22 Vice President of Development: Christopher Wiseman 2020-22 Vice President of International Service: Susan Dean 2020-22 Vice President of Membership: Terry Pickering Appointment of Connor Krone to complete the term for 2020-21 Vice President of Youth Services. All members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting, to be held at the Holiday Luncheon on December 17, to vote on these nominations.
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Report from the Nominating Committee
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2019-11-22 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Nov 21, 2019
 President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) called the meeting to order. Approximately 55 members were in attendance. President Casey highlighted several major, upcoming events: - November 26: Annual “Thanksgiving at The ARC” lunch event. Please sign up to help prepare and serve a holiday lunch to clients of The ARC and their guests.
- December 17: The Rotary Holiday Party at the Westin St. Francis. Don’t forget to register and check out the many sponsorship opportunities!
- January 15, 2020, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM: The San Francisco Rotary Foundation “Fund the Future” fundraising event will be held in the spectacular Ohana Room atop the new Salesforce Tower. Help raise funding for the Action Leadership Program for Students (“ALPS”). ALPS was created by members of our Club and aims to provide leadership training and development opportunities to high school students across the Bay Area. Tickets are available now.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 12, 2019: Dan Evenhouse
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2019-11-21 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stephanie Schmautz on Nov 21, 2019
 Do not miss the 111th birthday celebration of the Rotary Club of San Francisco happening on December 17, 2019 starting at 11 AM on the 32nd Floor of the Westin Saint Francis hotel.
What’s not to love? How about the Jayden Clark Quartet? Jayden Clark has been praised by San Francisco’s “Classical Voice” for his well-crafted soloing and for possessing a thick, burnished tone on the tenor saxophone.
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2019 Holiday Party
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2019-11-21 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 21, 2019
 This week's photos are from November 16-19, 2019 and were submitted by David Dye, Dora Dye, and Mary Liu. See photos here. Click on each photo to read the story.
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Rotary in Pictures November 24, 2019
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2019-11-21 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 20, 2019
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on October 29, 2019; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, Club members Bob Hermann and Stephanie Schmautz were in attendance. President Casey requested that any auction items or sponsorships for the Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS) be sent to Maureen O’Shea.
The date to assemble the survival kits with Catholic Charities will be January 30, 2020.
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October 2019 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2019-11-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Nov 19, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the following individual is scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest member on December 10, 2019: Steven Diller (Business Consulting | Scansion, Inc.). Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News: November 2019
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2019-11-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Nov 14, 2019
Induction of New Members My name is Terry Pickering. It is a pleasure to fill in for Dan Joraanstad and to welcome our newest members to the Club! Two new members were inducted on September 10, 2019.
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Membership Corner: November 2019
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2019-11-14 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Mathers on Nov 11, 2019
Lately, you have been receiving reminders to Save the Date and attend this event. What does it mean to Fund the Future? What is ALPS?
Members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco created Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS) to provide training for today’s high school students and tomorrow’s leaders and the opportunity for Rotary to become a premier catalyst and provider of youth leadership development at the high school level for sophomores, juniors, and seniors in San Francisco and throughout Rotary District 5150.
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Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS)
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2019-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Nov 10, 2019
 President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options), wearing a golfing outfit in honor of today's guest speaker Barry Deach, Championship Director of the 2020 PGA Championship, called the meeting to order. As the theme of the day was golf, president Casey presented an award to Clif Thomas (Accounting | Clifton S. Thomas CPA) for being the winner of the 2019 Rotary Twilight Golf Tournament. Twilight Golf has concluded for the season. Casey welcomed past president Jimmy Jeffery; he also welcomed Count Hans Schimmelmann, a visiting Rotarian and a real count from Spain, and exchanged club flags with him.
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LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS November 5, 2019: Barry Deach
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2019-11-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Terry Pickering on Nov 10, 2019
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco, family, friends, and Interactors from Lowell High School participated in a walk at Pier 27 on The Embarcadero to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Our group joined thousands of other walkers, and together we raised over $1,014,000 to fight this disease; our Club alone contributed $1,215 to the $1,014,000. The weather was also in our favor, and we all supported a good cause on a wonderful day.
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Walk To End Alzheimer's
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2019-11-10 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 06, 2019
This week's photos are from October 26 - November 6, 2019 and were submitted by David Dye, Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, and Mary Liu. See photos here. Click on each photo to read the story.
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Rotary in Pictures November 10, 2019
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2019-11-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Nov 06, 2019
Please look through this newsletter for all the new events to come. In addition to the our luncheons with a variety of interesting speakers, consider signing up for the following:
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What's New in the Rotary Club of San Francisco!
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Dora Dye
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2019-11-06 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 31, 2019
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on September 24, 2019; a quorum was present. The Board reviewed, amended, and approved the minutes dated August 27, 2019 prepared by Dora Dye.
Gary Dales delivered a positive Treasurer’s report, mentioning that the Club is in a strong financial position and in the black in luncheons. We discussed unpaid Club dues and the payment of the District dues. Gary also requested resolutions to change the signers on our Club’s Wells Fargo accounts. The Board approved the treasurer's report and the signers on our Club's Wells Fargo accounts as proposed by Gary.
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September 2019 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2019-10-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Paul Robertson on Oct 31, 2019
Hi, Friends! We all know that throwing a house party is a lot of work! Well, how about throwing a PGA Championship? Watch this invitation video of our November 5, 2019 Rotary Luncheon speaker, Barry Deach, and see you at Rotary on Tuesday, November 5.
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Time To Talk To Paul
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2019-10-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 30, 2019
We now begin a new story in our weekly Grindings newsletter. The story entitled "Rotary in Pictures" will feature photos of recent events where Rotarians have gathered. We hope that you will help this story continue by contributing your photos along with a brief caption. Please send photos and captions to Dora Dye. Photos can be about Rotarians at Club events or at Rotary-related or Rotary-affiliated, social events. Please note that once the photos are published online, others may choose to repost a photo in social media. This week's photos are from the week of October 21-25, 2019 and were submitted by Bill Poppen and Janine Padilla. See photos here. Click on each photo to read the story.
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Rotary in Pictures
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Dora Dye
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2019-10-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Oct 29, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on either November 12, 2019 or December 10, 2019: Valentina Sacchi Beccarini (Student) Christopher Eggers (Building Security | Clavus Group) Miranti Ojong (Financial Services: Advising | Armada) Ravinder Sehgal (Education: University | San Francisco State University) Edward Shenkan (Healthcare Consulting | Shenkan Advisors) Tricia Tran (Medical Services | Alliance for Smiles) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: October 2019
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2019-10-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Susan Dean on Oct 24, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Service: Private Trading | Feis Options) called the meeting to order. We had 39 Rotarians in attendance, including a visiting Rotarian from Virginia in San Francisco on a business trip. We also had five guests (some for the second or third time). PRLS Last week, another module of the Rotary Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (“PRLS”) was offered. Three members of our Club attended: Dora Dye (Education: Community College | City College of San Francisco), Susan Dean (Health Care: Nursing Services | Retired), and John Dean (Education: Law | Dean Dispute Resolution).
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 15, 2019: Jennie Scholick
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2019-10-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Janine Padilla on Oct 24, 2019
SAVE THE DATE! Come join us as the San Francisco Rotary Foundation hosts a benefit for the Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS) on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Salesforce Tower–Ohana Floor. Tickets on sale in early November. Stay tuned..!
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SAVE THE DATE: Fund the Future
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2019-10-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jane Mermelstein on Oct 21, 2019
653 cigarette butts, 57 plastic wrappers, 4 spoons and a plastic dinosaur toy were among the approximately 800 items that members from the Rotary Club of San Francisco, family, and friends picked up on the morning of Saturday, October 19, 2019, during our beach clean-up at San Francisco’s Aquatic Park. David McGuire, Executive Director of Shark Stewards, hosted our group.
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Aquatic Park Beach Clean-up
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2019-10-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 20, 2019
On Saturday, October 19, 2019, Rotarians in District 5150 gathered in South San Francisco for a workshop on Membership, the Rotary Foundation, and Public Image. Yes, 3 sessions in one day! The presenters were PDG Ron Gin, the District's Membership Chair; PDG Jayne Hulbert, The Rotary Foundation Chair; and Josie McHale, the District's Public Image Chair.
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District's Learning & Leadership Development 3-in-1 Workshop
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Posted by Kelly Stieglitz on Oct 17, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) welcomed 43 members and 7 guests to today’s Club luncheon. The guests included a visiting Rotarian from Germany; a visiting Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Palo Alto University; Past District Governor Mark Flegel from the Rotary Club of Menlo Park and his wife, Shirley, founder of the Rotary Club of Taipei Precious Love; Valentina Sacchi, a law student at the University of San Francisco and this year’s recipient of a Global Grant; and Chris Eggers and Tricia Tran who are both prospective members.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 8, 2019: Lewis Loeven
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 13, 2019
On Saturday, October 12, 2019, District 5150 offered course No. 4 of the series of Master Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS) designed by Rotarians to teach Rotarians skills and techniques as they prepare to assume leadership roles in their Clubs. Michael Ford and Richard Swart facilitated the class. The course covered leadership development. Participants were given an opportunity to learn about and identify their own leadership style. They also learned how to communicate, how to lead and motivate volunteers, how to manage time, how to set goals, and how to establish a strategic plan in a Rotary club.
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Club Members Complete Master PRLS 4
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 06, 2019
District 5150 held a Bike & Hike to End Polio on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at the Point Reyes National Seashore. Rotarians from all over the District and even non-Rotarians met at the Bear Valley Picnic Area to check in and then either choose a trail to hike or participate in the 33-mile supported bike ride on public roads through the rolling hills of West Marin. No matter what you chose, you got a great workout.
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Bike & Hike to End Polio Now
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2019-10-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 06, 2019
Scott Plakun has been the editor of Grindings and our webmaster for over four years. Having held the ultimate job in the Club – that of president in 2009-2010, Scott did not have to do any more, but he saw the need and stepped up to serve in Club communications and on the Board again. By the time you read this, Scott will have stepped down to pursue other Rotary projects. We would like to take this moment to thank Scott wholeheartedly for his dedication and non-stop work during his tenure. Every week no matter where he was, he would have to carve out some time to work on our communication tools. Says president Casey Blair, "It's impossible to tally the numerous ways Scott has touched so many aspects of the Club in a positive way."
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Change in Communications Personnel
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2019-10-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Pat Gallagher on Oct 04, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) began the meeting by welcoming a visiting Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Palo Alto University, who is checking which Rotary Clubs in San Francisco are potential fits for his son.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 1, 2019: Fire Chief Nicholson
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2019-10-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Janine Padilla on Sep 29, 2019
On September 12, 2019, Rotarians gathered together in North Beach for a cocktail launch party for an upcoming fundraising event, “Fund the Future”, a benefit for Rotary’s new Youth Action Leadership Program for Students (ALPS). Co-chairs John Mathers and Janine Padilla as well as Lynn Luckow, Vice President of Youth Leadership, hosted this cocktail event.
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Fund the Future Kick-off Cocktail Party Recap
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2019-09-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Sep 25, 2019
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on August 27, 2019; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, Club member Susan Dean was present. President Casey announced that Rotary International President Mark Maloney will be in San Francisco to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the signing of the UN Charter in June 2020 and plans to visit our Club then. The Board reviewed and approved the minutes for July 30, 2019 prepared by Secretary Dora Dye.
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August 2019 Board Highlights
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2019-09-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Sep 22, 2019
On the evening of Tuesday, September 10, 2019, eight members of our Club met at Hoogasian Flowers to stuff diaper bags for expectant, homeless mothers. The diaper bags containing hygiene kits, clothing, towels, and blankets crocheted by Susan Dean were then distributed two days later at two baby showers organized by the San Francisco Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP).
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Diaper Bag Assembly and Baby Showers for Homeless Prenatal Program
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2019-09-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Tom Brunner on Sep 20, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone at 12:15PM. Visiting Rotarians from as far away as Mongolia and Kentucky were introduced as well as guests of members.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES September 17, 2019: Asylum
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Tom Brunner
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2019-09-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Peter Logan on Sep 18, 2019
We welcomed a visiting Rotarian from Calcutta, India and another visiting Rotarian from Scottsdale who was making his second visit and is interested in joining our Club as he and his wife have recently moved here.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES September 10, 2019: Wikimedia
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2019-09-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Connor Krone on Sep 12, 2019
The Rotary Club of San Francisco energizes and inspires young leaders ages 12-18 by supporting Interact Clubs. Interact Clubs teach leadership skills and the value of service, while offering opportunities for social engagement. Here is a fun fact about Interact: There are 12,300 Interact Clubs in the world, including the three our Club supports at Lowell High School, George Washington High School, and St. Ignatius College Preparatory.
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Interact Update
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2019-09-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Ann Daugherty on Sep 10, 2019
On Saturday, September 7, 2019, Club members Christopher Wiseman, Ann Daugherty, president Casey Blair and his daughter, Bill Poppen, Dan Joraanstad, Bob Hermann, and Harold Hoogasian met at Mt. Sutro to be instructed and guided by the Sutro Stewards on how to clear and weed around our historic Rotary marker while protecting the native flora. What started off as a cool and foggy day (perfect weather for gardening) turned into a warm and welcoming afternoon.
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Saturday at Rotary Meadow
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2019-09-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Sep 02, 2019
Don’t miss your chance to win a gift card by making a pledge or a donation to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF) during the District 5150 Every Rotarian Every Year campaign. Whether or not you win, you’re donating to a great cause! The Rotary Foundation, the charitable arm of Rotary International, supports humanitarian projects to promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water and sanitation, save mothers and children, support basic education, and grow local economies across the globe.
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District Raffle for The Rotary Foundation
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2019-09-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 01, 2019
About 25 enthusiastic members of our Club met up at the Oakland Coliseum on Sunday, August 26, 2019 along with six other Rotary Clubs from two Rotary Districts for a tailgate and the Bay Bridge Series between the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland A's. The bet was on as to which one of the Rotary Clubs would go home with a check for its Foundation.
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Bay Bridge Series
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Posted by JT Forbus on Aug 31, 2019
The Rotary Club of San Francisco is seeking candidates for the following positions in 2020-2021: - President-Elect Nominee to serve as Club President in 2021-2022.
- Vice President of International Service.
- Vice President of Membership.
- Vice President of Development.
- Vice President of Community Service.
- Vice President of Youth Service.
In addition, our Club has an immediate need for a Vice President of Vocational Service. Once confirmed, the VP of Vocational Service will begin to serve right away. All candidates must be active members of the Club in good standing. Please submit your nominations and questions to President-Elect JT Forbus.
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Call for Candidates to Serve on the Board
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2019-08-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 28, 2019
ROTARY CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO The Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco met on July 30, 2019; a quorum was present. In addition to the Board, Club members Terry Pickering and Stephanie Schmautz were present. The Board reviewed upcoming events for August 2019. Rhonda Poppen announced that the community-based Rotaract Club is looking for speakers, and she had agreed to be a speaker. Dan Joraanstad said that he would invite San Francisco State University, one of our Club's corporate members, to participate in the Rotary Meadow clean-up on September 7.
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July 2019 Board Highlights
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Dora Dye
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2019-08-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Aug 28, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on September 10, 2019: Evan Fu (Event Planning | Socialhaus) Carlos Infante (Banking: Management | Chase Bank) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: September 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-08-28 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Aug 20, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) welcomed visiting Rotarians from Everett, WA and Genoa, Italy.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES August 13, 2019: Zak Franet
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John Dean
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2019-08-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 17, 2019
Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS) are a series of courses designed by Rotarians to teach Rotarians skills and techniques as they prepare to assume leadership roles in their Clubs. The program was developed by Betsy Koefoed, Bill Koefoed, and Michael Ford, all former members of our Club. Those who complete Basic PRLS can go on to complete the Master PRLS series of five courses.
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Club Members Complete PRLS 3
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Dora Dye
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2019-08-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Timothy Hornbecker on Aug 16, 2019
Rotary Twilight Golf has been a favorite pastime of our Club for several years. On the second and fourth Thursday of each month in the summer and fall, Club members gather to play nine holes at Harding Park's Fleming Executive Course. Harding Park is part of the PGA Tour's Tournament Players Club network of courses. This year's players are Tim Hornbecker, Leah Masuda, Michael Petricca, Tyler Sterk (before he moved to San Diego), Clif Thomas, and Frank Yoke. The players compete for the coveted Golf Trophy. The leader as of August 8, 2019 is Leah.
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Rotarians at Golf
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2019-08-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Aug 14, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) welcomed Karen Schmautz, mother of Eric Schmautz (Banking: Management | Wells Fargo). Karen is a member of the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks in Florida.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES August 6, 2019: SF Rec and Park
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John Dean
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2019-08-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Aug 11, 2019
On August 10, 2019, Bob Hermann, Dan Joraanstad, Sunny Singh, Phyllis Nusz, and Frank Yoke from our Club attended the District Learning and Leadership Development Seminar about The Rotary Foundation held at the Bay Model in Sausalito. The enthusiasm in the room was clearly evidenced by a full room of attendees from District 5150.
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Seminar on The Rotary Foundation
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Bob Hermann
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2019-08-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Aug 06, 2019
After a career in finance and accounting, Gary “Buck” Dales says he’s now “dedicating myself to Rotary.” On July 1, he began a two-year term as Treasurer on the Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco.
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Gary "Buck" Dales
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2019-08-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Aug 05, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) opened the meeting by welcoming Jagpal Sran, President-elect of the Rotary Club of San Rafael Evening. She is visiting Rotary Clubs in the area in preparation for her upcoming term as president of her Club.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES July 23, 2019: Buck Institute
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John Dean
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2019-08-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jul 30, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading | Feis Options) opened the meeting and welcomed several visiting Rotarians. Brent Cunningham, a member of our Club from 2012 to 2016, was visiting from Reno, NV where he is a member of the Reno Central Club.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2019: Merola Opera
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John Dean
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2019-07-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 30, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen called the final Board meeting of Rotary Year 2018-2019 to order at 12:01 PM on June 25, 2019 at The Carlisle in San Francisco. Present were Jim Bradley, David Dye, Dan Joraanstad, Lynn Luckow, John Mathers, Kathryn McCall, Luis Moran, Scott Plakun, Sacha Shashi, Frank Yoke, Gary Dales, John Dean, Dora Dye, and Michael Petricca. Club Secretary Luis Moran recorded the minutes.
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June 2019 Board Report
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Dora Dye
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2019-07-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 30, 2019
Over 30 Rotarians and guests gathered around the fire pit swing at the SPARK Social in San Francisco for an evening of fellowship, gourmet food and beverage from the trucks on site, and a chance to roast s'mores.
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Fun at SPARK Social SF
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2019-07-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jul 23, 2019
Announcing the Membership Contest Winner!  On July 23, the winner of Membership’s “Big Island Is Calling” contest was revealed. The award went to the person who introduced the most new members to the Rotary Club of San Francisco between January 1 and June 30, 2019. The winner by a landslide was Pam Hudson, who introduced four new people into the Club. Pam receives the week-long stay in Kona, Hawaii, courtesy of Harold Hoogasian. Congratulations, Pam, and thank you for moving our Club forward with vigor. A special thanks to Harold who has been very generous with the Club in supplying his Hawaiian home as a prize.
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Membership Corner: July 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-07-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jul 21, 2019
Potential Rotary Leaders Seminars (PRLS) are a series of courses designed by Rotarians to teach Rotarians skills and techniques as they prepare to assume leadership roles in their Clubs. The program was developed by Betsy Koefoed, Bill Koefoed, and Michael Ford, all former members of our Club.
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Club Members Complete Basic PRLS
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Dora Dye
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2019-07-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jul 15, 2019
President Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading|Feis Options) opened his initial meeting as President by noting that this year marks the 111th anniversary of the founding of our Club, the second oldest Rotary Club in the world.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES July 9, 2019: Welcome President Casey!
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John Dean
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2019-07-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 30, 2019
Since 2015, our Club has sponsored the Heroes’ Voices poetry and music program annually. For those of you unfamiliar with Heroes’ Voices, it is a program that connects Veterans to each other and offers workshops to engage them in music and poetry as a means of relief from post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries. Heroes’ Voices also offers a program that provides Veterans with free guitars and free guitar lessons.
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Heroes' Voices Presents The Soldier's Journey
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2019-06-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 29, 2019
The May Board meeting was held on the evening of May 28, 2019 at the home of President Rhonda Poppen and Bill Poppen. Present were Rhonda Poppen, David Dye, Jim Bradley, Sacha Shashi, Scott Plakun, Lynn Luckow, JT Forbus, Casey Blair, Frank Yoke, Kathryn McCall (via phone conference), Gary Dales, and Dora Dye. Bill Poppen participated during the membership portion of the meeting. Secretary-elect Dora Dye recorded the minutes as Club Secretary Luis Moran was absent.
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May 2019 Board Report
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Dora Dye
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2019-06-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Jun 29, 2019
Over 30 Rotarians and guests, half a dozen children, and two dogs joined President Rhonda Poppen at her celebration picnic on Saturday, June 22, 2019 in Sunnyside Playground and Park.
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Celebration Picnic for President Rhonda
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Dora Dye
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2019-06-29 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jun 25, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on July 16, 2019: Terry Pickering (Financial Services | Retired) Paul Robertson (Real Estate: Sales | Keller Williams) Warren Sheets (Interior Design | Warren Sheets Design) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: June 2019
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2019-06-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 21, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing | GRANTdog) welcomed members and a number of guests and visiting Rotarians to the final meeting of the 2018-19 Rotary year (and the last meeting of her term of office). Rhonda gave a special “welcome back” to members Eric Walter (Information Technology: Software | Apple) and Carla Walter (Arts Therapy | Dance in the Spirit), who are back in the Bay Area after Carla’s out-of-town work assignment.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES June 18, 2019: Debunking Rhonda
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John Dean
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2019-06-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jun 17, 2019
New Members: In June 2019, we inducted four new members. Please reach out, say hello, and get to know our newest members.
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Membership Corner: June 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-06-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Jun 16, 2019
Dr. Lily Muldoon says “it’s never too late to sign up” for the Rotary service trip she’s leading to Kenya in November. So far, she’s recruited four members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and four more from Rotary Clubs in Colorado. The group will be in Kenya on Worldwide AIDS Day, doing health screenings and HIV awareness training.
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MEMBER PROFILE: Lily Muldoon
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2019-06-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 15, 2019
On June 13, approximately 20 mothers-to-be attended the morning shower (for Spanish-speaking moms) and 11 attended the afternoon (English-speaking) shower. Two moms delivered last week and two more went into labor on the morning of the showers... so attendance was impacted!
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Report from HPP: June 11 & 13, 2019
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John Dean
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2019-06-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 15, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing | GRANTdog) welcomed members and a number of guests and visiting Rotarians to the meeting. She presented a series of photographs submitted by Club members who attended the recent Rotary International Convention in Hamburg, Germany. Stephanie Schmautz (Elder Care and Senior Services | The Carlisle) reported that the convention was a wonderful experience, and noted that many Club members are still in Europe, having added post-convention trips. Rhonda urged members to begin thinking about next year’s convention, slated for June 6-10, 2020 in Honolulu. Earlybird registration, with substantial discounts, closes soon. Check the Rotary International website for registration details, and hotel deals.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES June 11, 2019: Astronomy
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John Dean
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2019-06-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on Jun 10, 2019
President-Elect Casey Blair (Financial Services: Private Trading|Feis Options) led this week’s meeting in the beautiful Starlight Room atop the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Casey welcomed several visiting Rotarians, including our guest speaker, Dr. Jack Higgins, a long-time Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Los Altos. He also welcomed several visitors, including Tim Joehuk, from the Northern Germany Information Office in San Francisco; Lindsay Ward from the Arthritis Foundation; and Vonn Buckley and Mark Smolincki from Ending Pandemics.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES June 4, 2019: HIV
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John Dean
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2019-06-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Jun 05, 2019
After Jack Higgins spoke to our Club about the Los Altos Rotary AIDS Project, many Club members expressed interest in seeing the Los Altos Story video that was produced by the Los Altos Club in 1989. You can find it here.
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The Los Altos Story Video
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Scott Plakun
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2019-06-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Jun 03, 2019
On May 30th, about 30 Rotarians and their guests were treated to a night under the stars at the San Francisco State University Planetarium. Our lecturer was Adrienne Cool, a member of our Club, professor in the Astronomy Department, and director of the Charles F. Hagar Planetarium.
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Our Visit to Outer Space: May 30, 2019
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Stacey Poole
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2019-06-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on May 27, 2019
John Dean, who will join the Rotary Club of San Francisco Board on July 1 as Vice President of Public Relations, calls himself “a Bay Area lifer.” Born in Oakland, he grew up in the East Bay and graduated from the University of California at Berkeley, where he met his wife, Susan, who is also a member of the Club. While Susan finished her nursing degree, John earned a law degree at UC Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco, then opened a law office in Oakland where he lived out his dream as a criminal defense attorney. Under the mentorship of several experienced trial attorneys, he was able to get “a lot of very practical experience in state and federal courts in Northern California.”
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: John Dean
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2019-05-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on May 27, 2019
This year’s annual District 5150 Conference was held in Reno, Nevada on May 17-19, 2019 along with three other Rotary districts; hence, it was called the Rotary 4-Way Fest and brought in over 800 attendees. Our Club was well represented at the Conference by Cecile Chiquette, Jeanne-Marie Cresalia, David and Dora Dye, Laine Hendricks, Heidi Kuhn, Mary Liu, Lynn Luckow, Donna-Lee Rubin, Eric and Stephanie Schmautz and their daughters, Molly and Katie, and Anita Stangl.
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Our Club Shines at the Rotary 4-Way Fest
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Dora Dye
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2019-05-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Lily Muldoon on May 23, 2019
Several Club members have signed up for our service trip to Mfganano Island in Kenya, and some important details have been finalized: - The trip will take place November 27-December 2, 2019.
- On World AIDS Day, December 1, we will be working in partnership with the Rotary Club of Mfangano Island to host a youth soccer tournament, health screenings and HIV/AIDS awareness activities.
It's not too late to join us!
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Update on Kenya Service Opportunity: November 27-December 2, 2019
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Lily Muldoon
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2019-05-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on May 23, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that these individuals are scheduled to be inducted into our Club as our newest members on June 4, 2019: Neeraj Miglani (Restaurant: Management | Zingari Ristorante) Kelly Stieglitz (Nonprofit Management | Clinton Health Access Initiative) Uli Suedbeck (Governmental Relations | German Consulate General) Frank Vollbehr (Engineering, Architecture, and Construction) Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: May, 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-05-23 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Dean on May 20, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen opened the meeting by welcoming visiting Rotarians from the Downtown Rotary Club of Visalia (California), as well as numerous guests.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES May 14, 2019 - StrEat Food
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John Dean
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2019-05-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on May 14, 2019
New Members: Our Club is growing once again. In April 2019, we inducted two new members; in May, we inducted four. Please reach out, say hello, and get to know our newest members.
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Membership Corner: April-May 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-05-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on May 08, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen opened the meeting by welcoming visitors, guests and members. Rhonda then displayed a mysterious and interesting gift the Club had received some years ago. The item is a Thomas Kincaid painting of a Rotary meeting. Rhonda asked if anyone had any information as to the donor, or the history of the painting. She will continue to reach out to past Club leaders and long-time members to see if anyone recalls the origin of the painting.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES April 23, 2019: Place Lab
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Brian Lan
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2019-05-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on May 06, 2019
In honor of Mother’s Day, we’d like to share some information with you about our Club’s work helping moms-to-be at the Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP). Our Club is wrapping up its third year of assisting HPP in providing diaper bags full of goodies to its pregnant clients or to new moms. Typically, we meet on a Tuesday evening at Hoogasian Flowers on 7th Street, organizing and stuffing diaper bags. Each quarter, we’ve stuffed 50-65 bags. Our Club purchases the diaper bags, towels and health kits. Baby clothing, hats, wash clothes, and bibs are donated by a variety of other sources.
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A Look at our Partnership with Homeless Prenatal Program
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Emily Borland
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2019-05-06 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on May 02, 2019
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience for high school students. The 2019 RYLA camp was held April 26-28 at the Redwood Glen Camp and Conference Center in the Santa Cruz Mountains near Scotts Valley. Originally started in 1985 by the Rotary Club of San Francisco as “Camp Enterprise”, this leadership camp is now supported by Rotary Clubs throughout District 5150: 32 Rotary Clubs contributed over $80,000 this year, with our Club donating $20,000 as the lead sponsor.
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Report from RYLA 2019
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David Dye
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2019-05-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on May 02, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen opened the meeting by welcoming visiting Rotarians from Finland and Honduras. The visitor from Honduras is the father of Sophia Valverde (Consulate Management; Consulate of Honduras). We also had several visitors from Support for Families of Children with Disabilities (“SFCD”) in San Francisco.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES April 16, 2019: Melissa Galliani
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Brian Lan
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2019-05-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Apr 30, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the Board has accepted the nomination of these new members: Janet Krahling (Real Estate – Sales; Compass) Mary Liu (Real Estate – Sales; Vanguard Properties / JM Real Estate Group) Maureen O’Shea (Governmental Relations; Retired) Migena Schroeder (Law – International; Albanian Eagle Security System (AESS)) We plan to induct these members at our May 14, 2019 luncheon meeting. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: April 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-04-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Apr 24, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen opened the meeting by welcoming visiting Rotarians from Miami Springs, San Leandro, and China. A number of prospective new members were also in attendance.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES April 9, 2019: ACT
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Brian Lan
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2019-04-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Apr 24, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen opened the meeting by reviewing the Rotary “Four-Way Test”. President Rhonda then provided updates on several events held last month, including: - The Homeless Prenatal Program (“HPP”) Diaper Bag Assembly on March 12, and the HPP Baby Showers on March 14. Rhonda thanked Susan Dean (Health Care Management; Retired) for crocheting over thirty baby blankets which were distributed by HPP to expectant mothers.
- The “Welcome to the Club” Party on March 13, hosted by Dan Joraanstad (Financial Management; Retired).
- The District Assembly on March 16, where President-Elect Casey Blair (Foreign Equity Trading; Feis Options) was introduced as San Francisco Rotary Club’s incoming president.
- The tour of the Haas-Lilienthal House on March 26.
- The Needle Walk Service Project on March 30.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES April 2, 2019: Club Assembly
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Brian Lan
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2019-04-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 21, 2019
For the past 10 years, our Club has assembled new bikes and donated them to elementary school students in San Francisco. This year’s Annual Bike Build was held on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Bryant Elementary School in the Mission District. Sunny Singh was our leader in the Build. Long before Saturday, he had set up this event, obtained the necessary permit, ordered the bikes, and visited San Francisco schools to work with the administration and find the kids who would like to have a bike. Three cheers for Sunny!
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Bike Build 2019
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Dora Dye
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2019-04-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Jennifer Lee on Apr 17, 2019
Managed by Lance Scott, Director of Arts, Recreation and Socialization at The Arc, the Monday Night Dinner Group is part of the “Friends Like Me” socialization program, where peers gather for group board games, movie nights, drama workshops, and a weekly dining club get together. The “Friends Like Me” program was established to help alleviate social isolation among people with autism and developmental disabilities.
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Report from Dinner Club at The Arc: April 15, 2019
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Jennifer Lee
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2019-04-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Apr 13, 2019
As he prepares to join the Board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco as Vice President for Club Service, Michael Petricca sees a natural partnership between his job as director of security for Academy of Art University and Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self. “Both want to help kids and make the community better,” he says.
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Michael Petricca
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2019-04-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Apr 11, 2019
Scott Plakun and Lilian Tsi-Stielstra delivered 50 dictionaries to the third grade students at Daniel Webster Elementary School, assisted by Scott Stielstra.
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Dictionaries for Daniel Webster Elementary: April 5, 2019
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Scott Plakun
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2019-04-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 09, 2019
On Saturday, March 30, 2019, the Rotary clubs in San Francisco gathered at the Westfield Mall to do a needle and garbage clean-up. Representing the Rotary Club of San Francisco were President Rhonda Poppen, Bill Poppen, Anita Stangl, and Deborah Wakefield. Here is a video clip of the group and their efforts to clean up our streets.
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SERVICE PROJECT: Rotary Needle Walk, March 30, 2019
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Dora Dye
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2019-04-09 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Mathers on Apr 08, 2019
On Thursday evening April 4, a number of Rotary Clubs from San Francisco and Oakland put on an event focused on entrepreneurs called the People of Action - Impact Series. Held at a wonderful Market Street venue provided by Wells Fargo, the evening was a great success, not only for the networking amongst attendees, both Rotarian and non-Rotarian, but for the experience of listening to entrepreneurs dedicated to supporting communities and our environment.
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People of Action - Impact Series: April 4, 2019
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John Mathers
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2019-04-08 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Apr 02, 2019
One of our ongoing service projects is support of the Homeless Prenatal Program. HPP offers services focused on housing, prenatal and parenting support, child development, family finances and stability, access to technology, domestic violence and substance abuse, family unification, and emergency support of basic needs.
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Baby Showers at Homeless Prenatal Program
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Dora Dye
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2019-04-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Apr 01, 2019
On March 26, 2019, 20 Rotarians and guests got a tour of the historic Haas-Lilienthal House by our very own member Christopher Wiseman.
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Tour of Haas-Lilienthal House
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Stacey Poole
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2019-04-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Mar 27, 2019
Club member, Heidi Kuhn, founder of Roots of Peace, is featured in a member profile in the April 2019 issue of The Rotarian magazine. You'll find the article on page 11 of the magazine. Or you can read it in the online version of The Rotarian. Way to go, Heidi!
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Club Member Heidi Kuhn Featured in The Rotarian Magazine
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Scott Plakun
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2019-03-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Mar 26, 2019
About 120 Rotarians, Consular Corps members, and friends brought great energy into the room for Worldwide Rotary Day. Special guests included District Governor Jayne Hulbert, District Governor-Elect Sue Rokaw, DGE, District Governor-Elect Nominee Mary Bates, and Mary's Chief of Staff Gary Chow, as well as Pablo Castro and Mary Steiner from the UN Association, and visiting Rotarians from other nearby Rotary Clubs and from Switzerland.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES March 19, 2019: Worldwide Rotary Day
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Scott Plakun
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2019-03-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Mar 25, 2019
On Saturday, March 16, 2019, Rotarians in District 5150 gathered for the annual District Learning & Leadership Development Assembly. This was my first time as I had always had a work conflict in the past. District Governor-Elect Sue Rokaw had chosen a nautical theme for the year 2019-20. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Rotarians in sailor outfits and hats. After checking in, we were handed the District pin in the shape of a sailboat for the incoming year, a program, and a list of breakout sessions.
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DISTRICT ASSEMBLY: First Impressions
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Dora Dye
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2019-03-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Lily Muldoon on Mar 21, 2019
Join Rotarian Lily Muldoon on a trip to Western Kenya for hands-on volunteering and Rotary fellowship! The Rotary Club of San Francisco is sponsoring a radio project in Africa that is focused on health education. This is an opportunity to visit the site and contribute to the work.
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INTERNATIONAL SERVICE OPPORTUNITY in Kenya: November, 2019
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Lily Muldoon
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2019-03-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Mar 14, 2019
New Members: The March 2019 class of new members has been inducted. This is an impressive set of individuals. Some of the details about their background are highlighted below. Please reach out, say hello, and get to know our newest members.
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March 2019 Membership Corner
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-03-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Mar 13, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing: GRANTdog) welcomed all members and visitors, including visiting Rotarians from Austria and from Toronto, Canada.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES March 5, 2019: Youth Leadership
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Brian Lan
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2019-03-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Mar 13, 2019
The Boards of the Rotary Club of San Francisco and Rotary Service met for a day-long retreat on Saturday, March 2. Those who are going off the board, those who are coming on to the board, and those who are staying on the board after June 30 all participated.
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Report from March 2, 2019 Board Retreat
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Scott Plakun
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2019-03-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Casey Blair on Mar 11, 2019
If you have an idea for a great service project for our Club, and are looking for funds to help make it happen, now is the time to act! Start by reading our Grant Overview and the Grant Request Form. Then reach out to the relevant service chair (Local Community, International, or Youth Leadership) with your ideas and questions. You'll find contact information for the service chairs here. All grant applications for the 2019-2020 Rotary Year need to be in the hands of the relevant service chairs by April 15, 2019.
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It's Time for New Club Project Ideas
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Casey Blair
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2019-03-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Mar 07, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing; GRANTdog) welcomed about 70 Rotarians and friends. Many of today’s visitors said they had come specifically to hear the speaker, including a Rotarian from Germany who asked her to sign two copies of her recent book, one published in German and the other in English.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES February 19, 2019: Arlie Hochschild
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Scott Plakun
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2019-03-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Mar 03, 2019
It was a rainy, foggy, and blustery day, but this didn’t stop volunteers from the Rotary Club of San Francisco in staffing the RotaCare booth this past Saturday at the Serramonte Mall. Present were Club members: Bob Hermann, Susan Dean, and guest Karen Tomczak. Also present were the Club’s Corporate members: Catholic Charities represented by Patty Clement Clark, Mike Clark, Jane Ferguson Flout, and Ross Lyon; and San Francisco State University represented by Destinee Lanns. From RotaCare was Regina Cruz.
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Volunteering for RotaCare
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Bob Hermann
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2019-03-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Mar 03, 2019
Eleven Rotarians and guests enjoyed an evening of bowling, food, and fellowship at Yerba Buena Bowl. President-elect Casey Blair had the highest score for two of the three games, while John Mathers tried to bet members that they couldn’t knock down an individual colored pin. It was a great opportunity for newer members and guests to mix and mingle with a few seasoned members and lots of fun was had by all. We hope to see you at a future social event!
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Bowling for fun: February 26, 2019
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Stacey Poole
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2019-03-03 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Feb 28, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen led today’s meeting, beginning with the introduction of a large number of distinguished Rotarians and visitors including District 5150 District Governor Jayne Hulbert, and Past District Governors Ron Gin, Chris Gallagher and Donna-Lee Young Rubin (Non-Profit Medical Services; Rotaplast), and District Governor-Elect Sue Rokaw. In addition, there were a number of Rotarians in attendance from the Greater Mission and Chinatown Clubs.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES February 12, 2019: Emergency Services Day
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Brian Lan
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2019-02-28 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Feb 27, 2019
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the Board has accepted the nomination of these new members: Sonya Brunswick (Pastor; Greater Life Church)
Rachel Kantosky (Healthcare; UCSF Health)
Leah Masuda (Real Estate Sales; McGuire Real Estate)
Irena Matijas (Real Estate Sales; Alain Pinel Realtors)
Maurice Rivers (Non-profit Management; OMI Cultural Participation Project)
Christopher Wiseman (Non-Profit Management; Glaucoma Research Foundation) We plan to induct these members at our March 12, 2019 luncheon meeting. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about these proposed new members.
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Membership News: February 2019
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-02-27 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Laura Burrus on Feb 25, 2019
34 volunteers including Club members – Laura Burrus, Harold Hoogasian, Kathryn McCall, Lilian Tsi-Stielstra, and Scott Stielstra – braved an unpredictable, stormy Saturday to work at Rotary Meadow. Unfortunately, the weather did not permit any work at Rotary Meadow, but the volunteers were divided into three groups and tasked with clearing an area into which a kiosk will be built, planting, removing weeds, or clearing trails.
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Service Project at Rotary Meadow
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Laura Burrus
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2019-02-25 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Feb 20, 2019
President-elect Casey Blair led today’s meeting. He welcomed visiting Rotarians from Turkey (Istanbul) and Rwanda. We were joined by several prospective new members. A number of guests were also in attendance from the Glaucoma Research Foundation and The Arc San Francisco. President-elect Casey recapped several events from the past week. The “Mix and Mingle” social at the Academy of Art Automobile Museum on January 31 was very successful, with over 30 members and guests enjoying an opportunity to socialize amidst classic cars. The Super Bowl Party at the home of Lilian Tsi-Stielstra (Insurance Services; Wells Fargo Advisors) was a wonderful event (even though the game was a defensive struggle).
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES February 5, 2019 - Barbara Engdahl
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Brian Lan
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2019-02-20 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Feb 15, 2019
Nearly 70 Rotarians and guests attended today’s luncheon. Guests included a visiting Rotarian from Charlotte, NC and representatives from State Senator Scott Wiener’s office.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES January 29, 2019 - Katelyn Cano
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Brian Lan
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2019-02-15 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 05, 2019
Super Bowl LIII is now history, and so is our Super Bowl Pool. This year we raised $26,700 for The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. If you made a pledge but have not yet paid, please send a check to Fred Marschner payable to The Rotary Foundation – or click below to pay by credit card.
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Super Bowl Pledges and Winners
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Dora Dye
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2019-02-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Feb 05, 2019
Many of you have asked how you can help the schools up here. We really appreciate everyone's support, kindness and generosity. I want you to know trucks of food, clothing and items are arriving to help us. For schools we need donations that our Foundation will give directly to teachers, administrators and staff so they don't have to worry about waiting for purchases. Please share this and thanks for everything--we feel your love!
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An open letter from Tim Taylor, Superintendent, Butte County Office of Education
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Dora Dye
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2019-02-05 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Jan 30, 2019
More than 70 Rotarians and guests attended today's luncheon, including visiting Rotarians from Illinois and East Bay clubs, and guests from Alliance For Smiles, Catholic Charities, and The Salvation Army. President Rhonda introduced a friend of hers who was visiting today, Julia Pferdehirt from Because Justice Matters. After welcoming everyone, Rhonda went over several upcoming events including:
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES January 22, 2019: Jeff Kositsky, Homelessness in SF
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Brian Lan
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2019-01-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jan 30, 2019
Membership Contest: On January 22, the winner of Membership’s “Big Island Is Calling” contest was revealed. The award went to the person who introduced the most new members to the Rotary Club of San Francisco between July 1 and December 31, 2018. The winner by a landslide was Marti Sullivan, who introduced five new people into the Club. She invited Catholic Charities to become a Corporate Member with five designees. Marti receives the week-long stay in Kona Hawaii, courtesy of Harold Hoogasian. Congratulations, Marti, on your fine efforts in receiving this prize.
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January 2019 Membership Corner
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-01-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Jan 28, 2019
On the evening of January 8, 2019, Deborah Wakefield hosted a “Welcome to the Club” party at her spacious, early 20th century-styled apartment in Pacific Heights. Her lovely home put everyone in good spirits. Conversation among the 35+ new and prospective members was lively and grew more animated as the first hour of the cocktail party progressed. We enjoyed excellent wine and lots of good appetizers.
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Welcome to the Club Gathering
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2019-01-28 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Jan 24, 2019
More than 70 members and guests attended today's meeting, including visiting Rotarians from Tokyo and several local clubs.
President Rhonda welcomed everyone back for the new year. She shared photos from last week's New Member Event on January 8 and thanked Deborah Wakefield (Concierge Senior Care and Family Support) for hosting, and Anita Stangl (Non-profit Medical Services; Alliance for Smiles) and Daniel Joraanstad (Financial Management; Retired) for coordinating.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES January 15, 2019: State of the Club
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Brian Lan
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2019-01-24 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Jan 18, 2019
The Super Bowl Pool is our Club’s biggest annual drive to raise funds for The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF), whose mission is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Every Rotarian around the world is asked to donate to TRF every year. Super Bowl Pool winners receive a Paul Harris Fellowship.
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2019 Super Bowl Pool: The Rotary Foundation
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Scott Plakun
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2019-01-18 08:00:00Z |
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The Club Board has determined that we must change the member prices for our luncheon meetings to better cover our costs. Beginning with the first meeting of the new year on January 15, 2019, prices will be: - $35 for members who register online in advance. Online registration closes at 5PM the day before each luncheon meeting.
- $40 for members who do not register in advance.
Tickets already purchased at the 2018 prices will be accepted. The price for visitors remains $40. Please contact JT Forbus (VP of Club Service) if you have any questions or concerns about this change.
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Luncheon Meeting Price Change
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2019-01-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Jan 07, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen welcomed our guests and visitors, including Rotarians from France and Italy. She reviewed some recent events, including Thanksgiving at The Arc on 11/20/18 and the Ugly Sweater Holiday Party on 11/28/18. She also let members know that member luncheon meeting prices would be changing in order to better help cover costs: - $35 for members who register online in advance.
- $40 for members who do not register in advance.
These prices go into effect at the first meeting of the new year on January 15, 2019. Tickets already purchased at the 2018 prices will be accepted. The price for visitors remains $40.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES December 4, 2018: Hong Kong
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Brian Lan
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2019-01-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Jan 07, 2019
President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing; GRANTdog) welcomed visiting Rotarians from France, Germany, the Rotary Club of San Francisco Evening, and Los Gatos as well as guests from Roots of Peace, Vietnam, the Consulate General of Honduras, the San Francisco Police Department and the San Francisco Police Activities League. She shared with us events from last week including the Salvation Army Bell Ringing on 12/7/18 and noted that again the 110th anniversary t-shirt would be on sale through 12/21/18 and could be purchased via the Club website.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES December 11, 2018: Brain Plasticity
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Brian Lan
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2019-01-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Dec 23, 2018
 From check-in to check-out, the 2018 Holiday Party was a delight. The sound of The Salvation Army Band, led by our own Major Raymond Erickson-King (Human Services; The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center), greeted guests as they stepped off the elevator, leading the way to the meeting room. Upon arrival, everyone was treated to a glass of champagne or other beverage to celebrate an outstanding year for our Club.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES December 18, 2018: Holiday Party and Annual Meeting
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Dora Dye
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2018-12-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Raymond Erickson-King on Dec 12, 2018
'Tis the season! December 7, 2018 was Celebrity Bell Ringing Day at Union Square for The Salvation Army. Rotarians volunteered to help raise funds for programs and services at The Army’s Kroc Center in the Tenderloin. In four hours, we raised over $250.
Thank you for supporting The Salvation Army during the holiday season.
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Salvation Army Bell Ringing
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Raymond Erickson-King
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2018-12-12 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Lilian Tsi-Stielstra on Nov 30, 2018
Stacey Poole had a great idea for a Rotary Social event, and Lilian Tsi-Stielstra agreed to host the event. Even the weather gods agreed it was a good idea. There was a break in the rain right about the time the party started.
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Ugly Sweater Holiday Get-Together
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Lilian Tsi-Stielstra
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2018-11-30 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Nov 23, 2018
Thanksgiving week is the time for one of our Club’s favorite traditions, one that dates back more than ten years: Serving lunch to clients of The Arc of San Francisco and others.
The day got off to an early start: Past Club President and Past District Governor Eric Schmautz met Jonathan Scopazzi at The Salvation Army’s South of Market commercial kitchen at 4:40 AM. They worked through the morning to roast 200 pounds of pork shoulder, cook 100 pounds of carrots, make a mountain of stuffing, prepare 5 gallons of gravy and decant 8.5 gallons of cranberry sauce.
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Report from Thanksgiving at The Arc: November 20, 2018
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Scott Plakun
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2018-11-23 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Nov 19, 2018
More than 70 Rotarians and guests filled the room for today's spirited luncheon meeting. President Rhonda Poppen (Grant Writing; GRANTdog) welcomed guests from Catholic Charities and San Francisco State University, our Club's first two Corporate Members. Rhonda noted that several members had asked about how to help victims of the wildfires that are raging nearby. She directed us to the Club website for information on how we can donate.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES November 13, 2018: Heroes' Voices
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Brian Lan
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2018-11-19 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Nov 18, 2018
Our Club held a membership induction like no other; we inducted 3 individual members and 2 corporate members on November 13, 2018. They are:
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Historic Membership Induction in November 2018
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Mark Enis on Nov 18, 2018
Our Club has had a significant increase in young professional members recently. President Rhonda and her husband, Bill Poppen, decided it would be fun to see how many could fit into their small kitchen. In attendance were Casey Blair, Bill Poppen, Rhonda Poppen, Madison Pauly, Sunny Singh, Tyler Sterk, Carolyn Kooi, and Mark Enis.
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Welcome to Young Professional Members
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Mark Enis
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2018-11-18 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Nov 13, 2018
About 70 Rotarians and friends attended today's meeting for an update on the effort to eradicate Polio and on other important work of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF).
President Rhonda Poppen welcomed visiting Rotarians from Italy, Tanzania, and Ghana, and from South San Francisco, Central Marin, and Daly City. She also welcomed special guests from the Consulates of Vietnam and Germany.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES: November 6, 2018 - PDG Russ Ketron
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Brian Lan
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2018-11-13 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carla Walter on Nov 11, 2018
Here is a report we just received from Jon Dwyer, 2018-19 Governor of District 5160, which includes the Rotary Club of Paradise, California:
The first thing of course everyone has asked is “what can I do to help?”. While there will no doubt be a lot more information about many ways to help, to start with The Paradise Rotary Club has indicated that people can make contributions via their Club’s Foundation.
PDG Pam Grey and Brian live in Paradise, Brian is the current President of the Paradise Rotary Club. They will be accepting donations to be used to assist folks in the short and long term via the “The Paradise Rotary Foundation”. Since they are pretty sure that the Paradise Post Office is gone, they have asked that they be mailed c/o Scheer Memorial Chapel, 2410 Foothill Blvd, Oroville, Ca 95966.
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Camp Fire Update
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Carla Walter
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2018-11-11 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Nov 08, 2018
President Rhonda Poppen welcomed visiting Rotarians from Germany, Guatemala, India and Japan. We also had several family members in attendance, including the parents of Bill Poppen (Banking Management; MUFG Union Bank) as well as guests from the Salvation Army.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 23, 2018: John Rothmann
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Brian Lan
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2018-11-08 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Casey Blair on Nov 07, 2018
In accordance with our Club's Bylaws, the Nominating Committee has selected these candidates for open positions on the 2019-20 Board of Directors: President: Casey Blair President-Elect: JT Forbus Treasurer: Gary Dales Secretary: Dora Dye Vice President of PR and Communication: John Dean Vice President of Club Service: Michael Petricca Vice President of Youth Leadership: Lynn Luckow All members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting, to be held at the Holiday Luncheon on December 18, to vote on these nominations.
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Report from the Nominating Committee
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Casey Blair
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2018-11-07 08:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Nov 04, 2018
On October 30, about 20 Rotarians and guests mingled at the Golden Gate Tap Room for drinks, food and fellowship. Several members got into the Halloween spirit by attending in costume, including the Schmautz family of bees and beekeeper, Groovy Rhonda Poppen, Equally Groovy Casey Blair, Superman Bill Poppen and Sheriff Dan Joraanstad.
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Getting into the Halloween Spirit
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Stacey Poole
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2018-11-04 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Nov 01, 2018
I’m excited to announce that our Rotary Club of San Francisco is launching a new Corporate Membership program. Both for-profit companies and non-profit organizations that become sponsors of our Club can designate up to five individuals as individual Active Members. Our first two Corporate Members are both non-profits: Catholic Charities of San Francisco and San Francisco State University. In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the Board has accepted the nomination of eleven new individual members, nine of whom are designees of our new Corporate Members.
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Membership News: November 2018
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-11-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Oct 27, 2018
On October 24, 2018, Rotarians Ryan Overton (who chaired this event), Rhonda Poppen, Dan Joraanstad, Bob Hermann, and Tyler Sterk joined Project Homeless Connect to provide comprehensive services to more than 1,000 homeless people at their 72nd Community Day of Service. Project Homeless Connect is an organization that partners with the community at large, various San Francisco City and County agencies, and several businesses to provide an array of support services for homeless people in San Francisco.
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Volunteering at Project Homeless Connect
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Bob Hermann
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2018-10-27 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Oct 25, 2018
President Rhonda opened the meeting by reviewing Rotary Four-Way Test and asking that we live by these principles: Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 16, 2018: Dan Devone
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Brian Lan
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2018-10-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Oct 24, 2018
Today is the sixth annual World Polio Day, celebrating the progress we've made towards Polio eradication - and acknowledging the need to continue the effort until the job is done. When Rotary International committed to Polio eradication over 30 years ago, the world saw 1,000 new cases of Polio every day. There have only been 20 cases so far this calendar year. We are "this close" but we need to get to "zero".
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Today is World Polio Day
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Scott Plakun
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2018-10-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Oct 21, 2018
In October 2018, Lisa Christian, Mark Enis, and Angela Warren joined our Club.
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October 2018 Membership Column
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-10-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Peter Logan on Oct 16, 2018
Monday, October 15th was yet another fine "Monday Dinner Club" evening at The Arc, as Club members Gary Keener, Tim Hornbecker, and Peter Logan joined other volunteers, staff, and – most enjoyably – the clients.
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Report from Dinner Club at The Arc: October 15, 2018
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Peter Logan
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2018-10-16 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Oct 15, 2018
President Rhonda Poppen welcomed us all to a special luncheon with State Senator Scott Wiener as our guest speaker. Rhonda began the meeting by introducing visiting Rotarians from Concord, California; Reno, Nevada; and China. Other visitors included Mary Qian from Shen Zhou Event, Jeff Lee and pianist Ryan Ahern from Productions 17, and Yulla Nicolas and Yasmin Khalili from Alliance For Smiles.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 9, 2018: Scott Wiener
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Brian Lan
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2018-10-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Oct 10, 2018
Each year, The Rotary Club of San Francisco celebrates Italian Heritage by carrying 150 flags in the annual parade, representing some of the countries where Rotary serves in the world. Blue Angels fly overhead, and this year as in years past, the sky was a perfect blue.
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Rotary in the Italian Heritage Parade
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Dora Dye
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2018-10-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Oct 10, 2018
President Rhonda Poppen welcomed all of our visiting Rotarians and guests to the city of San Francisco, noting that the City itself is the focus of today's speaker.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES October 2, 2018: Leah Garchik
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Brian Lan
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2018-10-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Bob Hermann on Oct 03, 2018
A video is now available on sfrotary.com that shows you exactly how to register for Club events, including our weekly Rotary Luncheon meetings. You can view the video here. Or go to sfrotary.com, where you'll find the link on the left side of the home page, just below the image that celebrates our 110th anniversary.
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New Video: How to Register for Club Events
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Bob Hermann
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2018-10-03 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie Condran LaBriola on Sep 30, 2018
Don Parachini grew up duck hunting in the Sacramento Delta, near his native Antioch, and continued the sport throughout his adulthood until two years ago, when he was backed over by an off-road vehicle near Colusa, breaking his pelvis, scapula and 10 ribs. He was transported by helicopter to a hospital in Chico, where his pelvis was repaired with titanium screws. His wife, Mary Ann, moved into a Residence Inn nearby while Don spent four months on his back in the hospital and rehab before he could walk again. Now, after what he wryly calls “a novel experience,” Don describes himself as “recovered.”
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MEMBER PROFILE: Don Parachini
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Carrie Condran LaBriola
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2018-09-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 26, 2018
In accordance with our Club Bylaws, I am pleased to announce that the Board has accepted the nomination of Mark Enis (Asset Management; The Key Group) to be our newest member. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this proposed new member.
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Membership News
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-09-26 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Sep 24, 2018
President Rhonda welcomed our prospective members, visiting Rotarians (including one from Germany), and guests. Rhonda announced that two valued members of the Club had recently passed away: Past President Jim Emerson (Clergy – Presbyterian; Retired) and Past President Grant Hundley (Hardware – Retail; EM Hundley Hardware). She held a moment of silence in their memory.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES September 18, 2018: Randy Arnold, Barefoot Wines
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Brian Lan
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2018-09-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Sep 20, 2018
President Rhonda opened the meeting with a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance in honor of Patriot’s Day. Richard Harrell (Veterans Outreach; Heroes’ Voices) then led the Club in singing America the Beautiful. Rhonda welcomed prospective members, a visiting Rotarian from Germany, and other guests, including her parents, Ron and Ann Harvey, who are here from Virginia seeking shelter from Hurricane Florence.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES September 11, 2018: John O'Connor
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Brian Lan
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2018-09-20 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Stovall on Sep 18, 2018
 The forces of nature, namely, Hurricane Florence, is causing, and has caused massive loss in the Southeastern States of the US. In the next few days, we will be assessing and responding to the IMMEDIATE needs for the bare survival of nearly 2 million people. As of this writing, roughly 1 million people are without power, and it’s unknown just how long it will be before power is restored, before people will be able to leave shelters to return to their homes, and months before life will take on any form of normalcy again.
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Hurricane Florence: How We Can Help
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David Stovall
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2018-09-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Emily Borland on Sep 18, 2018
In August 2018, we had Martha Ryan, Executive Director of Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP) and Megan Lucas, Board Member and former client of HPP, give an inspirational presentation to our Club about the work that HPP is doing in our community.
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Report from Homeless Prenatal Program: September 11 & 13, 2018
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Emily Borland
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2018-09-18 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Sep 15, 2018
New Member Induction
We are enriched once again by the arrival of a new member in the Club. J. P. was inducted into membership under the category of Real Estate, working for Coldwell Banker. She was born and raised in San Francisco, and is now working in the City. She is also a member of the Junior League of San Francisco as well as the Urban Land Institute. She is interested in contributing her talents in the area of fundraising, event planning and marketing. And she wants to learn from others in the Club and connect in the common cause of serving others. Welcome! Her sponsor and mentor is Gary Keener.
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September 2018 Membership Column
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-09-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Sep 14, 2018
It is with great sadness that I announce the loss of two valued members of our Club, both of them Past Presidents.  Jim Emerson (Clergy - Presbyterian; Retired) passed away on Wednesday, September 12. Jim joined the Rotary Club of Denver in 1950 and transferred into the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1979. He served as our Club President in 1990-1991. Jim was 92 years old. A Thanksgiving for Jim's life of faithful ministry and Christian love is planned for Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 1 PM at the sanctuary of the Calvary Presbyterian Church located at 2515 Fillmore Street, San Francisco. You can learn more about Jim in this profile, which was published in the May 2018 issue of Grindings.  Grant Hundley (Hardware - Retail; EM Hundley Hardware) passed away on Thursday, September 13. Grant joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco in 1984 and served as our Club President in 2004-2005. Grant was 67 years old.
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A Sad Week for Our Club
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Rhonda Poppen
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2018-09-14 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Sep 13, 2018
President Rhonda opened our meeting by welcoming our visiting Rotarians from Houston and Minneapolis as well as our many guests and prospective members, and then highlighted several upcoming events: the Diaper Bag Assembly on 9/11 and Baby Showers on 9/13 for the Homeless Prenatal Program. Next month, the Club will have a Halloween social on 10/30 at the Golden Gate Tap Room. Rhonda also recapped several successful events from last month, including the Rotary 5150 Summer Picnic on 8/26 and the private guided tour of SFMOMA on 8/30.
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LUNCHEON MEETING MINUTES September 4, 2018: Len Kuhi
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Brian Lan
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2018-09-13 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Frank Yoke on Sep 12, 2018
Don’t miss your chance to win a gift card by making a pledge or a donation to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF) during the District 5150 Every Rotarian Every Year campaign. Whether or not you win, you’re donating to a great cause! The Rotary Foundation, the charitable arm of Rotary International, supports humanitarian projects to promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water and sanitation, save mothers and children, support basic education, and grow local economies across the globe.
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District Raffle for The Rotary Foundation
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Frank Yoke
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2018-09-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by David Dye on Sep 05, 2018
Our Club has been blessed to have Eugene (Gene) Lee (Consulting-Technical Management, Retired) as a member for the past 42 years. He loved life and loved being a Rotarian. When he was no longer able to attend Rotary luncheons and events, members of our Club would visit him. During these visits, Gene would sometimes write a donation check or give bottles of wine to be used as a raffle or auction item. This way he was always part of us at our gatherings.
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Eugene (Gene) Lee
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David Dye
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2018-09-05 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Stacey Poole on Aug 30, 2018
Rotarians and guests enjoyed a private tour of highlights of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) on Thursday, August 30. We learned the difference between modern and contemporary art, with a focus on the contemporary artwork in the museum.
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Report from the Tour at SFMOMA
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Stacey Poole
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2018-08-30 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Aug 25, 2018
We welcomed visiting Rotarians and guests from around the world (China, Italy, Switzerland, and Germany) as well as the Bay Area, Nevada, and North Dakota. President Rhonda recapped several events from the previous week, including the very successful New Members Gathering on August 15 and the Rotaplast Bocce Ball Tournament on August 19. Around 150 Rotarians attended the tournament, which raised $4,000.
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Luncheon Meeting Minutes August 21, 2018: Manuel Mollinedo
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Brian Lan
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2018-08-25 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Brian Lan on Aug 22, 2018
In today’s luncheon, we welcomed visiting Rotarians from across the country and from India and Germany. Also in attendance were several staff members and clients from The Arc San Francisco as our featured guests, including new CEO Matthew Tarver-Wahlquist, COO Connie Tabas, CFO Marti Sullivan (Nonprofit Management; The Arc San Francisco), and guest speaker Kristen Pedersen, Chief of Employment and Education Services.
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Luncheon Meeting Minutes August 14, 2018: The Arc San Francisco
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Brian Lan
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2018-08-22 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad on Aug 21, 2018
On August 14, 2018, our Club inducted four new members.
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August 2018 Membership Corner
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-08-21 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by John Mathers on Aug 17, 2018
We welcomed the following guests: Brenda Kahler and Tom Bondi from the local accounting firm of Armanino; Larry Meek from the 49er Rotary Club of Nevada City, CA; Angelita Cabrera; Jean Rosenblum who was past president of her Colorado Rotary Club; Sarah Cummings from Robert Half; as well as Denise Evans and Lily Nhep from the local Capital One Café.
President Rhonda told us that today's program would focus on the impact our work with the Homeless Prenatal Project has on its clients.
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Luncheon Meeting Minutes August 7, 2018: Homeless Prenatal Program
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John Mathers
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2018-08-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Aug 15, 2018
On Saturday, August 11, Phyllis Nusz, Frank Yoke, and I joined about 50 other Rotarians at a District 5150 Learning and Development Opportunity about The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (TRF). The presentation focused on the wonderful work our foundation does around the world, including tools to educate and inspire us all.
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Report from TRF Seminar
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Scott Plakun
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2018-08-15 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 15, 2018
About 25 members, prospective members, and Club Leaders packed the office of Lynn Luckow for the Quarterly meet-and-greet on August 15, 2018. There was an abundance of food and drink, and most important, goodwill and camaraderie to start the evening.
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Report from Member Meet-and-Greet
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Dora Dye
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2018-08-15 07:00:00Z |
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The five Redding Rotary Clubs have joined together to promote the Shasta Regional Community Foundation’s (SRCF) Community Disaster Relief Fund. Rotary District 5160 has a long partnership with SRCF and is confident in its ability to steward donations and assist with Carr Fire recovery over the long term. Please consider a donation today. Donations should be marked #NorCalRotary and can be made by credit card online at http://www.shastarcf.org/funds/cdrf. Checks may also be sent directly to the SRCF at 1335 Arboretum Drive, Redding, CA 96003 or call 530-244-1219.
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How We Can Help Carr Fire Survivors
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Scott Plakun
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2018-08-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Dora Dye on Aug 02, 2018
On August 2, 2018, members and their family along with prospective members gathered at the Patriot House gastropub for happy hour. A great time was had by all sharing pitchers of beer and tasty appetizers. Many thanks to Stacey Poole and Dan Joraanstad for putting together this social.
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Report from Patriot House Happy Hour
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Dora Dye
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2018-08-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun on Aug 02, 2018
We've made it easier to access the Club Directory and to update your profile information on our Club website. Click on the Club Business entry in the main menu, and then on Club Directory or Edit My Profile. If you're not already logged in, the system will prompt you to enter your username and password before taking you to your selection. If you haven't checked it recently, this is a great time to take a look at your Club member profile to make sure it's accurate and complete, and that your photo is up to date.
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New Website Features
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Scott Plakun
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2018-08-02 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Carrie LaBriola on Jul 31, 2018
Dr. Carla Walter joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco in January 2017 and immediately got involved, ”because that’s how you get to know people.” She really enjoys the social events and has helped with scholarship evaluations for RYLA, as well as raising money for the Club. She’s just started a two-year term on the board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco as Vice President for Development. “Rotary is an organization that you don’t feel embarrassed to ask for money, that you can really get behind,” she says. “It’s a good cause, important. And I like making friends, hearing success stories.”
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Carla Walter
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Carrie LaBriola
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2018-07-31 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Jul 29, 2018
Happy New Year and Happy 110th Anniversary Year!! It is an honor to serve as your president for the 2018-2019 Rotary year. Your welcoming enthusiasm, from last week's energetic meeting to the many emails and texts you have sent my way, is a sign of the great team we are! I am thankful. The Rotary International theme for 2018-2019 is Be The Inspiration. I relayed in our first meeting and wish to reiterate that our Club's plan to inspire boils down to several components. One is our formal plan on paper evidenced by our goals and our common desire to see our Club and surrounding communities thrive.
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President's Column July 29, 2018
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Rhonda Poppen
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2018-07-29 07:00:00Z |
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District Governor Jayne Hulbert, a member of the Rotary Club of Marin Evening, will talk about how this year's Rotary international theme, Be the Inspiration, impacts our District and our Club. DG Jayne's presentation is sure to be informative, inspiring, and fun.
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ROTARY LUNCHEON July 24, 2018: District Governor Jayne Hulbert
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2018-07-24 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun
About 50 club members and guests attended today's lively luncheon meeting. We were joined by visiting Rotarians from several Clubs across California, and by an unusually large number of guests. After the basic preliminaries, President Rhonda announced that a get-well card was circulating so that everyone could offer personal wishes to Immediate Past President John Mathers (Management Consulting; eVo Associates), who is having knee replacement surgery today.
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Luncheon Meeting Minutes July 17, 2018: Bebo White, Cryptocurrency
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Scott Plakun
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2018-07-17 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Timothy Hornbecker on Jul 12, 2018
Frank Yoke and Tim Hornbecker are tied for first so far, with John Hoch second, but if Tyler Sterk, our guest and potential new Rotary member actually joins the Club, he could take over the lead in no time. Our tourney with trophies is open to all Rotarians in the Bay Area. All level of golfers invited. Special rules this year include no more than double par. So for a par 3 hole and you’re stuck in the bunker, you can’t get more than a 6! That speeds up the round and adds to the fun! We’re looking for more golfers to join us for 9 holes and libations every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month through September 13! Fun fellowship!
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Report from Rotary Twilight Golf
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Timothy Hornbecker
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2018-07-12 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Daniel Joraanstad
Several members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco joined scores of other volunteers at the Bayview Opera House to help Project Homeless Connect provide needed services to the homeless.
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Service Project Report July 11, 2018: Project Homeless Connect
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Daniel Joraanstad
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2018-07-11 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Scott Plakun
About 70 people attended President Rhonda's inaugural meeting today. After preliminaries that included a champagne toast to the 110th anniversary of the Rotary Club of San Francisco (thank you to the Sir Francis Drake for the bubbly!), President Rhonda gave an inspiring talk about her vision for the Rotary year ahead.
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Luncheon Meeting Minutes July 10, 2018: President Rhonda
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Scott Plakun
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2018-07-10 07:00:00Z |
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Posted by Rhonda Poppen on Jul 01, 2018
A group of roughly 20 members of the Rotary Club of San Francisco attended the Rotary International Convention in Toronto, Ontario from June 23-27, 2018. The Convention allowed 24,000 Rotarians worldwide to come together in celebration of the past year’s successes and to look forward to the next year’s theme, Be the Inspiration.
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Report from the 2017-18 RI Convention
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Rhonda Poppen
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2018-07-01 07:00:00Z |
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Posted on Jul 01, 2018
The Rotary Club of San Francisco, the second oldest Rotary Club in the world, was founded on November 12, 1908. Theodore Roosevelt was President, Ford Motor Company was manufacturing the Model T, and San Francisco was in the final stages of recovery from the Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906. Since then, our Club has played a key role in the growth of San Francisco into a major city, and expansion of Rotary to 1.2 million members in more than 35,000 Clubs throughout the world. We are celebrating the 110th anniversary of our founding at our Holiday Luncheon and Annual Meeting on December 18, and with "time capsule" moments at our luncheon meetings throughout the 2018-2019 Rotary year.
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Celebrating our 110th Anniversary
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