We race for charity - Annual Rotary Great Race

We award college scholarships

We mentor youth - Annual Rotary Enterprise Leadership Conference

We crack crab to raise funds for local and international grants - Annual Rotary Crab Fest

We volunteer in our community

We have fun together

We celebrate 100 years of service in the community

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across the globe, in our communities, & in ourselves.”

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Meeting Notes from March 31, 2026

Pledge
The pledge was led by Judy Rodriguez.

Inspiration
Inspiration was by Jeff Barnett. He outlined many ways of appreciating nature, how the wilderness can heal, and the importance of ecology. He also notes the environment is the most recently added 7th pillar of Rotary’s areas of focus.

Tina noted Paul Johnson was just named Los Gatan of the year by the Chamber of Commerce at their annual gala, and he subsequently got a standing ovation.

Tina announced the Richard King District speech contest for today’s program, thanking Debbie and Mark who chaired it at the district level.

Meeting Notes from March 24, 2026

Call to Order
Meeting called to order by President Paul Johnson at 12:30pm.

Pledge of Allegiance
Carol Goedde led the pledge of allegiance.

Inspiration
Jeffrey Barnett started by giving Rotarians clues about who he was talking about today. After four clues, the correct answer was revealed: Winston Churchill. In 1940, Hitler conquered France in 6 weeks, and it seemed that Great Britian would fall; but Churchill convinced Roosevelt to join the war and, as we know, the rest is history.

Winston Churchill is known for many powerful quotes: “We shall fight on the beaches…we shall never surrender;” “If you’re going through hell, keep going;” “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give,” “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” His words continue to be an inspiration to all of us.

Visitors

Mom, and former Rotarian of Ryan Rosenberg
George Rossmann, guest of Jeff Blum
Alex, son of Sergio Michel
Eleni, daughter of Mike Frangadakis
Flavio, son of Mike Frangadakis
Deborah, guest of Suzy Deline

Decor
Decorated eggs St. Lukes Pantry—Easter Eggs
Thank you, Kathie, and Randy!

Red Badge Bio
Jim Childers received his red badge, sponsored by John Walker.

Meeting Notes from March 17, 2026

Call to Order
Meeting called to order by President Paul Johnson at 12:30pm.

Pledge of Allegiance
Ron Cassel led the pledge of allegiance.

Inspiration
True Story: Jeffrey Barnett gave our inspirational message about falling in love with a transfer student in High School; she wore the same dress every day. Looking back, Jeffrey compares the girl, who was making a statement of her individuality; a non-conformist, modest, smart, and thoughtful to Rotarians, who use their energy to better our community, to help others, and are committed to service through Rotary.

Visitors
Gail West, guest, and neighbor of Terri Trotter
Greg Heller, son of Sue Heller

Decor
Decorated eggs St. Lukes Pantry—St. Patrick’s Day!
Thank you, Kathie, and Randy!

Meeting Notes from March 10, 2026

Call to Order
President Paul Johnson called the meeting to order at 12:30 and called on Suzanne Boxer Gasman to lead the pledge of allegiance.

Visitors
Martha Sterne introduced visitor Shalajah who is active as a Community Health and Senior Services Commissioner. She is seeking additional ways to be involved in the community.
Jean Marc introduced a well-known visitor to the club, his wife Monique.

Inspiration
Jeffrey Barnett’s inspiration focused on the concept of community. We have an idea of what “community” feels like, but what is it really? A group of people? Shared interests? Collaboration or shared beliefs? Community is a sense of belonging, support, and collective action; we have the ability to get things done as a team. Real community is the understanding that our well being is tied to that of the larger group. Rotary is clearly an example of a strong community with an explicitly stated moral compass, the Four Way Test.