Meeting called to order by President Doug Brent at 12:30pm.
Doug Brent led the pledge of allegiance.
John Pencer gave our inspirational message about advice for life by Amy Dickinson.
Recognize small blessings and express gratitude, be kind to anyone who needs to physically touch or serve you in order to do their job, understand that there are times when it is necessary to give up, spend time in nature, explore your core ethical and/or spiritual beliefs, respect boundaries—yours and others, seek counsel of people wiser than you are and ask their advice and listen.
John concluded with some of the most important statements anyone can make:
- I need help.
- I’m sorry.
- I forgive you.
- I love you, just as you are.
VISITORS
- Carol Goedde of San Jose Rotary Silicon Valley, soon to be a member of LG Rotary.
- Sandra Jewett, San Jose Rotary.
- Stephanie Figeira, sister of Nicolette; PVI director of nutrition services
- Bruce Frambach, RotaCare
- Alexander Bonev, interact club president
- Joshua Michel and Drew Farley, seniors at Bellarmine
Decorated eggs St. Luke's Pantry—NBA Allstars
Announcements:
CRABFEST 2025:
- Revenue—114,668
- Net Raise—89,638
- Fund The Need (Best Ever) --$16,670 distributed this year to: The New Senchi Junior High School in Ghana.
- Many thanks to the CrabFest Steering Committee and the 60 people who made the Crabfest a huge success!!
RotaCare:
Sandra Jewett and Dr. Bruce Frambach gave us a presentation on RotaCare which is a volunteer-driven and patient-centered provider of free healthcare for the uninsured and underserved in our community. RotaCare first opened in 1989 and today serves 6 counties with 9 clinics, including a new mobile clinic that was acquired in collaboration with San Jose Rotary Club, Catholic Charities and Order of Malta; with the goal of providing services up to 5 days/week, while providing wrap-around services to the community (i.e., food and medical support).
Volunteers are needed: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Spanish language translators, donor and clinical support.
- March 4th-first Tuesday at Gali’s
- March 15, big Red Cross Blood Drive
- March 29, Rise Against Hunger, Prospect High School
- April 7 and 14—Hunger at Home
30 For 30
- Sergio’s son Josh and his friend Drew are on the JW house student board and are promoting a Pickleball tournament March 16th, looking for Pickleball players to join the fun for a good cause.
- Michelle acknowledged Suzanne for all her hard work and dedication to making the CrabFest a success. $100.00 to the club
- Cindy Gentile suggested that men bring in the baked goods next week—great idea!
In-Meeting Service Project:
Stephanie Figeira, Director of Nutrition Services gave us an overview of Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. (PVI). PVI’s mission is to enable seniors to age in place by empowering them to lead independent lives and engage with their communities.
Stephanie has over 15 years of experience in Holistic Nutrition and is committed to helping seniors achieve healthy longevity through mindful eating and wellness practices.
The presentation was followed by writing birthday cards for senior clients at Peninsula Volunteers, Inc.
Meeting was adjourned at 1:30pm.