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Seeing Again Guatemala
Feb. 19, 2019
"Seeing Again-Eye Care Guatemala" is an ongoing medical and surgical mission project at the Clinica Maxeña in Santo Tómas La Unión, sponsored by the Diocese of Helena, Montana and the Los Gatos and Santa Cruz California Rotary Clubs. Its purpose is to save and restore sight to a very needy indigenous population in Guatemala. |
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Feb. 19, 2019 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Voluteer opportunity - Tuesday 9:30am - 10:30am Once a month our Rotarians prepare food and serve it at Saint Luke's church in Los Gatos. This program was actually started back in the 1990's when one of our Rotarians saw a need to provide food and Shelter for the homeless. Today St. Luke's church not only partners with our club, but others to help fund this on-going program. They provide serve every Tuesday at 10am. |
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Recycling
Feb. 26, 2019
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Feb. 28, 2019 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Every 3 months our club makes dinner and serves a meal for Veterans Affair Fisher House residents. The Fisher House provides housing to military families while their family members are being treated at the VA Hospital.
Location: 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto NOTE: When you arrive at the VA main entrance, take a right at the flag pole and your next right into the Fisher House parking lot. There are two houses. We will be in Fisher House I - the second house on the lot.
What to bring: A casserole, salad, dessert, or drinks that serves 10
Time: 4:30 if you are cooking or warming something on location. 5:30 if you are bringing something that is already warm or doesn't need warming.
Contact: Lisa Norcia Cheskin at lncheskin@gmail.com
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IBM Watson- Ethics & bias in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Mar. 05, 2019
As a movement of society in recent years, there is no day that AI and Machine Learning words are not seen in newspapers etc. In 2007, IBM Research took on the grand challenge of building a computer system called IBM Watson that could compete with champions at the game of Jeopardy! IBM Watson represents a first step into cognitive systems, a new era of computing. Watson builds on the current era of programmatic computing but differs in significant ways. Cognitive systems, such as IBM Watson, can transform how organizations think, act, and operate in the future. |
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Lamling Vista Elementary in rural Nagaland, India
Mar. 07, 2019
Kate Angshing is in charge of fundraising for and managing the Lamling Vista Elementary School in Vennyei’s village in rural Nagaland, India. Kate graduated from UC Davis in 2006 with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. She met her husband on a medical mission trip to India in 2005 and has returned to India several times since then. Kate & her husband are both passionate about youth empowerment, social justice, and public health. Our club continues to provide financial support for teacher salary and school supplies. For more information on Lamling Vista and Sahaya International click here |
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Mar. 07, 2019 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Vehicle autonomy & robotics everywhere
Mar. 12, 2019
Doug Brent just retired as Vice President of Technology Innovation at Trimble, and remains CTO Emeritus there. In that role, he lead technology strategy, and catalyzed collaboration and innovation. Focal projects include augmented reality, software re-platforming and autonomy components/solutions.
Doug has a career of management and leadership in Silicon Valley – as VP of Engineering of several startups including Whistle Communications and Packet Design, as a general manager at IBM and in product development at Apple. Doug also served as COO at the international Internet governance organization ICANN from 2006 to 2010, and serves on the advisory board of Piaggio Fast Forward (focusing on new forms of mobility). Presentation:
Vehicle autonomy, and robotics everywhere
While the timelines are uncertain, self-driving consumer vehicles are a certainty, and this innovation will significantly impact society in terms of traffic, commuting, car ownership and employment. And, this idea of vehicle autonomy is not new. We’ll take a look at the extensive deployment of self-guided vehicles in agriculture and construction today and the impact that these technologies have already had. Along the way, we’ll take a brief look at how all of this technology works.
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jazz band will perform
Mar. 19, 2019
Jenny Anderson, LGUSD music teacher and department head will present the RJ Fisher Jazz band. |
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Mar. 20, 2019 - Mar. 22, 2019
The Enterprise Leadership Conference (ELC) is designed to help develop leadership and presentation skills of 96 industrious high school juniors from throughout Silicon Valley. It is an innovative, informative and interactive experience that provides a strong foundation for college business courses. In this comprehensive introduction to developing a business plan, students are challenged to be visionary, creative, analytical, and competitive as they devise viable business opportunities in a team environment. What is it
What do they learn
What they obtain
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Student will share their ELC business plan
Mar. 26, 2019
What is ELC?The Enterprise Leadership Conference (ELC) is designed to help develop leadership and presentation skills of 96 industrious high school juniors from throughout Silicon Valley. It is an innovative, informative and interactive experience that provides a strong foundation for college business courses. In this comprehensive introduction to developing a business plan, students are challenged to be visionary, creative, analytical, and competitive as they devise viable business opportunities in a team environment. What is it
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Paddles up, bid to help Interact student raise club money
Apr. 02, 2019
Los Gatos High has a service oriented club called Interact it is sponsored by our Rotary club. Interact students meet once a week for lunch and organize community service projects, raise funds, and work alongside Rotary on service projects. As well are part of District 5170 Interact organization and raise funds for the project that is presented at the beginning of each school year. * Intearct District 5170 is one of the largest in the world and are part of Rotary International Youth Services While Interact clubs receive some financial assistance from Rotary clubs & guidance, they govern and support themselves and are included in Rotary International’s “Youth Services” Avenue of Service. Interact students will bring baked goods as well as offer other services such as yard work, pet sitting, or tutoring. |
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Apr. 06, 2019
District 5170 Training Assembly
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Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health
Apr. 09, 2019
Speakers: from Lucille Packard Foundation for Children’s Health- Megan Alpers-Raschefsky, Associate Director, Development Communications, MissionThe Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health works in alignment with Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and the child health programs of Stanford University School of Medicine. Our mission is to elevate the priority of children's health, and increase the quality and accessibility of children's health care through leadership and direct investment. |
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Human Trafficking
Apr. 16, 2019
As District Attorney, Mr. Rosen created an innovative and nationally acclaimed Conviction Integrity Unit to investigate innocence claims and implement the most professional practices in criminal prosecution. One of the state's most forward-thinking District Attorneys, Jeff Rosen of Santa Clara County, discusses the paradigm shift happening -- and needed -- in California's justice approaches. Since arriving in the Bay Area, Mr. Rosen has served as president of a large synagogue, taught trial advocacy at Santa Clara University Law School, and trained police officers in report-writing. Mr. Rosen received his undergraduate degree from UCLA where he majored in Philosophy and graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He also won the prestigious Truman Scholarship and the Outstanding Senior Award. Mr. Rosen received his law degree from UC Berkeley School of Law, where he served on the Moot Court Board and taught English to immigrants. Mr. Rosen's wife serves as a Mr. Rosen's wife serves as a Superior Court Judge for the State of California. They have two daughters. Mr. Rosen enjoys playing sports, reading, and cheering for the Green Bay Packers. An admirer of President Harry Truman, Mr. Rosen believes, "The buck stops here." |
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Rotary Great Race Assembly
Apr. 23, 2019
With only 5 days away from Race day which is Sunday April 29th everyone will know what they were assigned as it is ALL hands on deck to make this Fundraiser happen. If you will be out of town please let Mike know and he can give you a project you can do to help out without being present on race day.
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Apr. 28, 2019 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Register: At start of RACE - 14500 Big Basin Way, Saratoga CA On April 28, 2019, the Rotary Club of Los Gatos presents the 42nd Annual Great Race, a scenic footrace/walk from Saratoga to Los Gatos. Since 1978 this community event has taken participants from the South Bay and beyond 4-miles down Highway 9 from Big Basin Way in Saratoga to N. Santa Cruz Ave. in Los Gatos. Start time is 8:30AM. Also we are continuing complimentary access to photos taken at the event by professional photographers. You will be able to download- at no cost- all individual and group photos and shots of you breaking away from the pack! Keep those cell phones in your pocket and let a professional take photos this year. This is a $20-$50 option at most races that is included to enhance your race experience. The event is great for racers, joggers, walkers and families. Special rate for kids 12 and under. Proceeds support Rotary's youth and community projects. |
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Short hair detention: the power of love in the face of horror
Apr. 30, 2019
“Short Hair Detention” chronicles Laux’s experiences as a survivor of the Khmer Rouge. Complete with emotional narrative from the perspective of a young teenage girl, Laux candidly discusses her life that was dictated by fear throughout the four years she endured the Cambodian genocide. About the author For more information, please visit ShortHairDetention.com |
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May 02, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Lamling Vista Elementary in rural Nagaland, India
May 07, 2019
Kate Angshing is in charge of fundraising for and managing the Lamling Vista Elementary School in Vennyei’s village in rural Nagaland, India. Kate graduated from UC Davis in 2006 with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. She met her husband Venyei on a medical mission trip to India in 2005 and has returned to India several times since then. Kate & her husband are both passionate about youth empowerment, social justice, and public health More information: http://www.sahaya.org/lamlingvista.html |
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Assessing Cognitive Health in Aging Adults: Fixing a Broken System
May 14, 2019
The talk will cover the current state of assessing cognitive health in aging patients, including the assessment (and re-assessment) cycle, diagnoses, and planning for long-term care. The shortcomings of the current process for patients, their families, and the healthcare system will be discussed along with a commentary on some barriers to slowing/curing/reversing Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. Digital cognitive monitoring will then be discussed along with its benefits to aging adults as individuals and as a population. |
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May 14, 2019 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
The Saint Luke's Pantry is an outreach program hosted by Saint Luke's Episcopal Church to serve the homeless in the Los Gatos area. The pantry is open in our Parish Hall at 10:00am on Tuesday mornings to provide food, companionship and clothing to those who need it most. This program receives funding and support from the members of Saint Luke's, other churches in Los Gatos, and the Los Gatos community including Rotary Club of Los Gatos. |
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May 17, 2019 - May 19, 2019
Rotary District Conference, USS Hornet, Alameda will be OUT of this WORLD! Watch video on this conference click here
Come Aboard the USS Hornet for the Rotary 5170 District Conference! DAY 1: Friday, May 17 - 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Premiere of 2019 Sundance Film Festival Award Winning Documentary "Apollo 11", Reception, Dinner Dancing, Honoring Those Who Serve DAY 2: Saturday, May 18 - 8:00 am - 10:00 pm - Parade of Club Flags, Forums/Breakout Sessions, Richard D. King Speech Contest Winner, Dinner with former Astronaut Scott Kelly and Big Band Dancing DAY 3: Sunday, May 19 - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm - Rotarians Day of Service By Popular Demand, the Rotary D5170 Rotary Open Golf Tournament returns on Friday, May 17 All of this and much much more! Here are the costs for registering for specific events. These are not active links. If you wish to register for an event click HERE
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May 19, 2019 8:30 a.m.
Join fellow Rotarians, friends and family for a casual, fun,( non- tournament ) golf event.
Only 12 slots available for this. If interested, Contact Henry Vitkovich
Cost: $68.00 (Includes golf cart)
Los Lagos Golf Course
2995 Tuers Rd San Jose, California 95121 work: (408) 361-0250 www.playloslagos.com |
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May 19, 2019 9:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
You do not need to RSVP but if you have questions contact Tina. Please help out a Los Gatos High student that will be cleaning up the Los Gatos Creek. Time: May 19; 9:45 am - 12:00 pm Supplies needed: gloves, trash bags, bringing a water bottle Location: The entrance to the creek is located in a driveway at Maple Lane and East Main Street. The business next door is Capelli Salon at 14 East Main Street.
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May 23, 2019 4:30 p.m.
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Get to know our newest members
May 28, 2019
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The Fisher House
Jun. 11, 2019
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Jun. 14, 2019 5:00 p.m.
Calling all Rotarians, we are having a family BBQ and potluck. Bring your spouse, children, grandchildren and extended family & friends. Come and enjoy riding the Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad and Bill Mason Carousel.
Our club will provide hamburgers, hot dogs and non-alcohol drinks. Bring a salad, appetizer, side dish or dessert to share. As well as your own wine or beer if you choose. Meet us at the outdoor BBQ our club provided for Billy Jones RR in Oak Meadow Park
Age 13 & Older: $10
Age 6 to 12: $5
Age 5 & Under: Free
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Rotary connects the world!
Jun. 18, 2019
Marty will share the new organization structure and committees, his presidential goals and more about Rotary International 2019 - 2020 new theme "Rotary Connects the World" Rotary vision: Together we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change - across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
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Jun. 23, 2019 - Jun. 28, 2019
The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program seeks to provide young adults, ages 15-18, with an opportunity to develop their skills and character while exposing them to Rotary’s values of service, high ethical standards, and peace. Rotary clubs in the Bay Area send approximately 98 campers to Mission Springs camp from June 23-28, 2019. Through RYLA, you can help develop the qualities of leadership, citizenship, and personal development among young people in your community. Applications must be completed by March 23, 2019 |
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Roast & Toast (debunking)
Jun. 25, 2019
It is Roast & Toast TIME, otherwise known as 'debunking' ANDREW's SUCCESSFUL PRESIDENTIAL YEAR.
The Rotary year runs from July 1 through June 30, which means that President Andrew's term is nearly over. It is a Rotary tradition that the last meeting of the year be an dinner event that recognizes the outgoing president's successes (and maybe a few goofs) and welcomes the incoming President - in our case Marty Fishman.
A regular feature of our club's debunking dinner is a lighthearted skit that makes a little fun at the expense of the outgoing president. This year's skit will review some of the formative experiences that have made Andrew the person we know today.
EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, June 25
Villa Ragusa, 35 South Second Street,
Campbell. CA. 95008
Social hour 6:00 pm, Dinner 7:00 pm, Ends 9:00 pm
Menu:
Hors D'oeuvres
Main course TBD
Dessert and coffee.
TICKETS
will be available to purchase in June
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Jun. 25, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Celebrate outgoing Club President Andrew Howard and incoming President Marty Fishman
It is Roast & Toast TIME, otherwise known as 'debunking' ANDREW's SUCCESSFUL PRESIDENTIAL YEAR.
The Rotary year runs from July 1 through June 30, which means that President Andrew term is nearly over. It is a Rotary tradition that the last meeting of the year be an dinner event that recognizes the outgoing presidents successes (and maybe a few goofs) and welcomes the incoming President - in our case Marty Fishman.
A regular feature of our club's debunking dinner is a lighthearted skit that makes a little fun at the expense of the outgoing president. This year's skit will review some of the formative experiences that have made Andrew the person we know today.
EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, June 25
Villa Ragusa, 35 South Second Street,
Campbell. CA. 95008
Social hour 6:00 pm, Dinner 7:00 pm, Ends 9:00 pm
Menu:
Hors D'oeuvres
Main course
Dessert and coffee.
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SCC Crime Lab-DNA and more
Jul. 02, 2019
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Jul. 07, 2019 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate soon-to-be PDG Tim Lundell and welcome soon-to-be DG Ramesh Hariharan. Casual-be prepared for late afternoon/evening cool weather. Register: https://www.events.rotarydistrict5170.org Blackberry farm: 21979 San Fernando Av. Cupertino CA |
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Boy Scouts will BBQ & host meeting
Jul. 09, 2019
The Los Gatos Rotary Club Lunch Meeting will be held at Los Gatos Youth Park, which is behind Los Gatos High School, adjacent to the tennis courts and the High School track. (3 New York Avenue). The Youth Park is a non-profit organization formed in 1979 to administer land behind Los Gatos High School which houses the buildings used by Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Girl Scout packs for meetings and trainings. The Youth Park will be providing a BBQ lunch and a speaker after our regular business meeting. We will be selling raffle tickets to benefit the Youth Park. Come join us in a wonderful woodsy setting among the oaks. Chryle Bacon will be the guest speaker. She is known as "“Miss Wild West”, Chyrle Bacon, a statuesque, blonde beauty, travels internationally sharing her multi-talented charm with wide ranging audiences. She creates a sizzling, exciting and dynamic atmosphere wherever she performs her roping tricks as well thrills the audience with her whip cracking skills. More info: http://cowgirlchyrle.com |
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Jul. 10, 2019 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Rotaplast International
Jul. 16, 2019
Rotaplast International, Inc. is committed to helping children and families worldwide by eliminating the burden of cleft lip and/or palate, burn scarring, and other deformities. Working with local professionals, Rotarians, and other organizations, Rotaplast sends multidisciplinary medical teams to provide free reconstructive surgery, ancillary treatment, and training for the comprehensive care of these children. Rotaplast supports education and research towards prevention of cleft lip and/or palate. Our aim is to help local professionals build sustainable models for the care of these children, improving their lives and those of their families. Donna-Lee Young Rubin, PDG |
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Japanese American Museum of San Jose
Jul. 23, 2019
Did you know that there are only three remaining Japantown’s in the USA. We have one right here in San Jose, CA. Did you know that more than 75 years ago, the US had Internment Camps in 10 different locations? If you are curious and would like to learn more, then come listen to our guest speaker from the Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj.com).
Michael Sera was born and raised in San Francisco, CA by an Issei (First Generation Japanese) mother and father who raised him Japanese at home. American educated he was able to assimilate to both cultures and languages from an early age. He has been in the semiconductor and electronics industry for over 30 years and now has his own consulting company where he helps bridge the technology and culture gap between Japan and North America. He became involved with JAMsj in the summer of 2010 by helping with the construction of the Exhibit area. He later became one of a few bilingual docents, helping the Japanese Nationals understand the history of the Japanese Americans. Michael joined the JAMsj Board in May of 2011, then managed public programs before becoming Board President in October of 2017. His attraction to JAMsj was the opportunity to give back to the local community while learning more about the Japanese American experience. “I’ve learned more from the internees who visit JAMsj then I will ever read about” says Michael. |
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SCC Board of Supervisors
Jul. 30, 2019
Cindy Chavez is an American politician who serves as a Santa Clara County supervisor representing close to 400,000 residents in Downtown, East, and South San Jose. She is also the Vice President of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Her public service career began in the 1990s as a policy analyst for health care, public health, human services and transportation for the Board of Supervisors. She served two terms on the San Jose City Council, where she was also Vice Mayor, and also served on the board leadership of public agencies such as the San Jose Redevelopment Agency, and executive director of Working Partnerships USA and the South Bay AFL-CIO Labor Council. She is a graduate of San Jose State University, is married and has a son in high school. |
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Jul. 30, 2019 4:30 p.m.
Every Quarter our club provides a meal for VA Fisher House residents. The Fisher House provides housing to military families while their family member is being treated at the Palo Alto VA Hospital.Time: Location: What to bring: Follow this link to the google doc to sign up to bring a meal item. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cnmYtTFuWyNWoWP1azEJa1DMCwqp_mxVGeFDQdjsqkg/edit#gid=0 Alternatively, email Lisa at lncheskin@gmail.com. |
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Aug. 01, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Aug. 03, 2019 6:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
“Back to School” West Valley Community Services Program needs volunteer “chaperones” to help low income children get their school wardrobe ready. This annual event will be held August 3 at the Westgate Mall - Old Navy Store from 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM. Approximately 180 children of all school ages will be able to use $100 gift certificates to pick out new clothes. Chaperones will escort each child through the store and help with choices and check-out. Los Gatos Rotary has regularly provided volunteer chaperones. If you are interested, you must register by If have questions, please contact Suzanne Boxer-Gassman or Trisha Movilla, Senior Client Services associate, at trishyam@wvcommunityservices.org.
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The origins of the GPS system
Aug. 06, 2019
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Aug. 08, 2019 - Aug. 09, 2019
Believe it or not, we here at Uplift Family Services are already thinking about the new academic year, and we want to make sure every child in our care in Santa Clara County is prepared for the start of school with everything they need to focus on their studies. That means a new backpack and school supplies, new shoes, and a hygiene kit for those families that can’t afford to provide one for their kids. Thank you for all your past support, and I hope you, your family and friends would like to be involved again this year. We will need a limited number of volunteers for both days (about 5 for each) here in Los Gatos, please let me know asap if you would like to come. This is a perfect project for kids and teens of all ages. Here are the dates: August 8 Thursday morning and afternoon: Backpack tagging, supply unpackaging, assembly line setup ( about 3 hours) August 9 Friday afternoon: Backpack stuffing and distribution (about 2 hours) Around 1:00 for both.
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An environmental scientist - climate change
Aug. 13, 2019
Andrew Gunther PhD |