May 2024 – Richmond CA Rotary

Rotarians at Work, supporting RCF Connects Sparkpoint Contra Costa West

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Nakele RechenauerMay 27, 2024

Richmond Rotary is partnering with RCF Connects SparkPoint Contra Costa West. RCF Connects CEO and Richmond Rotarian James Becker sent the following information on how their grant will be used: “We’re here to assist individuals with rental support, LYFT rides, and navigating paperwork. Our team is dedicated to making these resources accessible and straightforward to our clients and community members. We’re all about making things easier and accessible to our clients.” Madelyn Ramirez, Co- Director SparkPoint Contra Costa West.

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Richmond Juneteenth Parade & Festival, Saturday June 22nd

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Nakele RechenauerJuly 23, 2024

Saturday, June 22nd
10am to 6pm
Richmond Juneteenth Parade and Festival
Honoring Police Chief Bisa French and Battalion Chief Rico Rincon
Nicholl Park, 3230 Macdonald Ave, Richmond

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UN Association East Bay Dinner Forum | Rising Risks of Nuclear War: Prevention by UN or Who?

Posted on May 19, 2024 by Nakele RechenauerMay 27, 2024

Thursday, May 23rd 6-8pm

Join United Nations Association, East Bay Chapter, in collaboration with Berkeley Lions Club, for a dinner forum on the United Nations’ Role in nuclear deterrence.

Hear from three leading specialists, whose experiences includes leadership in United for Peace and Justice, advice to Mayors for Peace, Abolition 2000 Global Network, speaking to UN treaty-monitoring bodies and the International Court of Justice.

Doors 5:45, Dinner Reception 6pm, Program 7pm

UNA@ULC: 2425 College Ave, Berkeley (inside University Lutheran Chapel)

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WCSYC West County Salesian Youth Club | Donation to support Summer Program

Posted on May 19, 2024 by Nakele RechenauerMay 19, 2024

Richmond Rotary is proud to partner with West County Salesian Youth Club by providing funding for their upcoming Summer Program.

Thanks to Board President John W. Ziesenhenne and Richmond Rotarians and Board members Nakele Obleton Rechenauer and Henry Moe for your volunteer support for the Club. Have a great summer program.

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NIAD Art Center Benefit Art Auction and Fundraiser WIN WIN 12 May 18th

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Nakele RechenauerMay 19, 2024

Calling all art enthusiasts

Join us at Bridge Art Space in Richmond for NIAD’s Win Win 12 Benefit Art Auction, the can’t-miss art event of the year celebrating and supporting NIAD Art Center.
This year, they’re shining a spotlight on two cherished members of the NIAD community: Studio Director Liam Golden and NIAD studio artist Felicia Griffin.

Prepare for an unforgettable event filled with great art, the best community, culinary delights, and Bay Area beats. Indulge in Reem’s culinary offerings while grooving to DJs Lamont and Billy Zillions.

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