Yearly Archives: 2019
NEXT MEETING: January 3, 2020The Unintended Consequences of Polio EradicationWhen someone says the words, “The Rotary Foundation,” we immediately think of the people who receive the benefit of Rotary’s humanitarian generosity. However, these are not the people who receive greatest benefit from our Foundation. This presentation will tell the stories of those who benefit the most. Brad Howard is a charter member of the Rotary Club of Oakland Uptown and past district governor of the district serving California’s Silicon Valley. He was a Rotary International director from 2015-2017 and served 10 years as the coordinator for End Polio Now. MEETING OF December 20, 2019WelcomePrez Jan opened the meeting, Simon Ellis led the pledge, Jim Findley held a moment of silence for Peace Justice and Freedom on Earth. David Brown passed the hat for the Richmond Country Club staff who do a great job preparing, serving and taking care of us each week for our meetings. Visiting Rotarians and GuestsTamara Shiloh introduced Alexandra Wilson, Richmond resident and Immigration Attorney, as her guest and interested in learning more about Richmond Rotary. Announcements
RecognitionsHappy and Sad DollarsNorm’s NonsensePROGRAMThe Club AssemblyThank you to all who attended the Club Assembly.
HAPPY NEW YEAR! - Henry Moe, Rotating Scribe |
NEXT MEETING: December 20, 2019Club AssemblyThis Friday we’ll have a lively conversation about the coming year, following the format of our periodic Club Assemblies. This coming year is very special: we will celebrate the 100 year anniversary of Richmond Rotary. So at this gathering we’ll talk about our plans for our Centennial Celebration—check out the calendar of Upcoming Events here. MEETING OFWelcomeDecked with sparkling lights and festive greens, the Richmond Country Club glowed as this year’s 46th* Annual Holiday Auction attendees were treated to a welcoming preview of silent and live auction items, live music, and a mingling of old & new friends. Stacey Street sang a beautiful carol; Prez Jan opened with a brief meeting. Darlene Quenville led the pledge and Jim Findley asked for a moment of silence for Peace, Justice and Freedom on Earth. Jan introduced Stacey (chair of today’s event) who then introduced the Auction team; Don Lau led our club (with the help of his lively Rotary Auction carolers!) in a rousing traditional rendition of Mele Kalikimaka. And then the Live Auction began! We closed with a bit of history from our 2000 Flywheel archives by then Richmond Rotary auctioneer Jim Beaver: “It is better to give than receive, but today we have the wonderful opportunity to do both!” Visiting Rotarians and Guests
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RecognitionsHappy and Sad DollarsNorm’s NonsensePROGRAM
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NEXT MEETING: December 13, 2019Holiday Auction This Friday!This Friday is the Big Day! We count on our annual Holiday Auction to raise the lion’s share of revenue that we distribute to non-profit organization and community projects citywide and beyond. That means when you do at least part of your holiday shopping at the Auction, you enrich the quality of life for residents throughout our community. So come, spend freely (not hard, with unusual holiday gifts galore), and bring friends who share your commitment to making our world a better place to live. MEETING OF December 6, 2019WelcomeOur President Jan Brown opened the meeting. Simon Ellis led us in the Pledge and Herb Cole did the invocation for peace, freedom and justice on earth. Sergeant-at-Arms Alan Blavins gave a thought for the day. Visiting Rotarians and GuestsSteve Kirby, Hercules Rotarian Special EventsGerald Fay presented his “Who Am I” talk. Gerald is the youngest of 5 children. He has a twin brother. His mother moved from Minnesota to Washington State. His family moved to Richmond, California, when he was four years old. In l960, his older brother convinced him to join the National Guard. He worked for Standard Oil, first as a welder, then inspector, for 37 years. In l970, he married his wife, who passed just before their 48th Wedding Anniversary. Gerald has two children, a son and a daughter. Gerald’s family goal is “To be remembered as a person they can count on!” Announcements
RecognitionsHappy and Sad DollarsNorm’s NonsensePROGRAMHelping people achieve economic mobilityDarlene Drapkin introduced our Speaker, Michael Cobarrubis, Speaker from Rubicon. We want to thank Michael for his informative presentation about Rubicon’s past, present and future work! |
NEXT MEETING: December 6, 2019Helping people achieve economic mobilityRubicon’s vision is an East Bay without poverty. Our program model equips participants for long-term economic mobility through guided participation and achievement in four areas: Income, Assets, Wellness, and Community Connections. In Richmond, most participants are reentering the community following incarceration. The scattered reentry landscape is itself an obstacle for this population, challenging to navigate even for those with ample psychological and practical resources. Rubicon’s whole person model equips people, under one roof, with the tools needed for sustained stability. We look forward to sharing a brief presentation of Rubicon Programs with you, including the perspective of a program participant. MEETING OF November 22, 2019WelcomePresident Jan Brown opened the meeting, Henry Moe led the pledge, Jim Findley held a moment of silence for Peace Justice and Freedom on Earth and we had no thought for the day. Visiting Rotarians and Guests
Special EventsMs. Dandie was inducted into the Club by Tamara Shiloh. Her sponsor is Darlene Drapkin. Announcements
RecognitionsHappy and Sad DollarsNorm’s NonsensePROGRAMTom Leatherman, Superintendent at National Park Service historic sites in the East Bay, provided an overview of Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historic Park, calling attention to the Park’s lasting impacts and benefits. - Henry Moe, “Rotating Editor” |
NEXT MEETING: November 22, 2019Tom Leatherman is currently the Superintendent at four National Park Service historic sites in the East Bay – Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site, John Muir National Historic Site, Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial and Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park. Tom will provide an overview of Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front NHP and talk about past, current and future programs in the community which continue (or seek) to provide lasting impacts and benefits. MEETING OF November 15, 2019WelcomeOur President Elect, Stacey Street, opened the meeting as our President, Jan Brown, was not available due to the passing of her mother-in-law. Please keep Jan and Byron in your thoughts. Jon Lawlis led us in the Pledge and Herb Cole did the invocation for peace, freedom and justice on earth. Sergeant at Arms Alan Blavins gave a thought for the day. Jon Lawlis had two Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions today: First, Darlene Drapkin, received her first Paul Harris Fellow Recognition and Pin for her donation of $1000 to the Rotary Foundation. Second, Tom Butt received his fourth Paul Harris Fellow Recognition and Pin for over $4000 donated to the Foundation. Tom’s Pin has three sapphires on it. Stacey attended a dinner last night with the Barsheep – they were excited to hear about our Club 100 Miraflores Project. Thanks Don for leading this effort. We appreciate all you do! On this day we were happy to welcome our three newest members: Santa Baer, Brian Fay and Gerald Fay! Announcements
RecognitionsHappy and Sad DollarsNorm’s NonsensePROGRAMThe Richmond StandardDarlene Drapkin introduced our Speaker, Mike Aldax, Editor of The Richmond Standard news website. We want to thank Mike for his informative presentation and great work on behalf of the Richmond community!
- Darlene Quenville, Rotating Scribe |