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Host and D5160 PR Chair Bill Randall interviews a panel of Rotary of Zone, District and Club Rotarian’s including: Rosemary Aragon Zone PR Coordinator, 5160 DGE Laura Day, DGN Steve Lack, Chief of Staff Vic Georgiou, PR Committee members, Edi Birsan and Joe Hackman. Topic was the current state of Rotary PR from RI to Zone to Districts to Clubs to Rotarians.
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Host Bill Randall interviews a panel of Rotary Foundation subject matter experts including Candy Pierce, Melanie Prole, Alex Glass, Gary Vilhauer, Judith Glass, and Dave Dacus. Support and production provided by Beth Randall and Joe Hackman.
The Danville/Sycamore Valley Rotary Club is excited to announce the launch of a new program called Rotary HOME (Home Maintenance for the Elderly) Team, which will be providing a FREE basic household repair service for Seniors in the local community. This program was originated by the Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary Club, and is a partnership with the Episcopal Senior Communities (ESC).
Seniors have a difficult time with many common household repairs due to their physical condition or safety issues. In some cases the cost of hiring a handyman or contractor to perform minor repairs is prohibitive, and there may not be any family able or willing to assist. Some of the repairs or maintenance items include:
Replacing light bulbs in hard to reach areas (ceilings, ovens, refrigerators), replacing batteries in smoke alarms (usually on a ceiling), leaking faucets, toilet tank malfunctions, squeaky doors and windows, damaged or torn screens, blown fuses or GFI resets, loose handles or drawer pulls, water heater temperature adjustments, etc.
Rotary wishes to identify seniors in the community who need assistance and to coordinate volunteer Rotarians to visit and make the necessary repairs at no cost to the senior.
With just a phone call or email seniors can request a 2-3 person team of Rotarians to stop by on a Saturday morning to handle the necessary maintenance issue. You’ll be asked for your name, address and phone number, along with a description of the maintenance need. Rotary will coordinate the teams and send them to you on a specific date. If your need is urgent we will do our best to accommodate you, but cannot promise a speedy reply.
When the Rotary HOME Team arrives they will introduce themselves and provide identification. They will review your request with you and ask you to sign a simple liability waiver. They will then determine what is necessary and complete the item(s). In the event the item needs additional expertise or is over and above the scope of our capabilities, Rotary will forward your name to the Episcopal Senior Communities’ senior service coordinator, who will attempt to assist you.
Upon completion of the maintenance item, the Rotary HOME Team will leave behind additional information that you might find helpful for other needs. Of course we would also like to hear from you about the service and we welcome your comments.
If interested in scheduling a visit, please contact Ruth Robeson with the ESC at 925-956-7363, or email your information to rotaryhometeam@hotmail.com.
This article was originally posted at dsvrotary.com on 10/21/2011.
Join host Bill Randall and a host of “younger” Rotarians as they explore what about Rotary appeals to the younger generations.
Danville, CA, – Enjoy The Classics October 22nd, 2011 … So what is this Event all About? Within the Club, it is commonly referred to as Scotch & Cigar which leads to connotations of a smoke filled room with devout scotch-soaked inebriants… Quite the contrary… It is San Ramon Valley Rotary Club’s annual classy black tie optional event that provides us an opportunity to share some great times with the community and fellow Rotarians.
It is an event that is just as much oriented to couples as it is to great friends getting together. It is held each year at the Crow Canyon Country Club in Danville CA with socializing starting at 6:00 PM. Be sure and arrive on time as we start the evening early announced by our favorite bagpiper.
The scotch whiskey is exhibited and presented in a great format by world renowned whisky master, Steve Beal. Last year, he exhibited premium Johnnie Walker greats and more from the Diageo brands. He introduced us to the Johnnie Walker. Walk! . The previous year he took us on a tour of the classic regions of Scotland …. From the smoky peat tastes to classic smoothes. This year, we will further our knowledge of good Scotch Whiskey and also have a great presentation on the backgrounds and types of cigars.
Raffine Chocolates will sponsor the chocolate tasting led by our fellow Rotarian, Mona Keady, of the Danville/Sycamore Club. She will provide a presentation of handmade chocolates for sampling which will also be paired with particular Scotches. So, if you heart isn’t into the scotch nor the cigars, you will be able to still enjoy a fine dinner and participate in the chocolate sampling.
And Be Prepared. Since this is a Rotary event, we will have our great live and silent auction again that allows us to continue our work in the community. Proceeds of the auction fund the annual Bill Gregory Scholarship awards. This is a special scholarship program for local high school seniors who have distinguished themselves in community service.
Ticket sales have been extremely brisk this year so we recommend you don’t wait. Contact your favorite San Ramon Valley Rotarian to sit with them, visit our website at www.sanramonvalleyrotary.com or email us at EnjoyTheClassics@sanramonvalleyrotary.com
This is an article by Interactor Camile Debreczeny, it originally appeared in the Danville Patch. The image was taken by Steven “Shags” Shagrin.
Last week I fell in love with 150 people.
My heart now belongs to a group comprised of countless different races and religions, boys and girls, gay and straight, big and small, from Danville and Redding and everywhere in between. Specifically, they were the lucky few teens who had the honor of attending Camp Royal, a Rotary-sponsored leadership training program for upcoming high school seniors.
We met on Sunday as total strangers, but six days later we parted as lifelong friends. We have shared an experience that none of us will ever forget.
Not to worry, this isn’t another Jonestown; I haven’t joined some kind of creepy cult. But I have, in a way, been brainwashed – my brain has been washed clean of prejudices and inhibitions, and I feel completely changed for the better.
At the Bar 717 Ranch in Trinity County, a beautifully pristine place isolated from reality, the campers had the rare opportunity to forget everyday distractions and focus on “catching ourselves being ourselves.”
Chau Yoder, a small woman with a big heart, taught us to breathe deeply and practice “mindful living.” She reminded us that leadership is about compassion and respect.
Lain Hensley, a philanthropic mentor, guided us through bonding exercises in which we looked into each other’s eyes and ignored the superficial boundaries that so often separate people. We learned to say, “Tashi deley,” a Tibetan greeting that means:
“I honor the greatness in you. I honor the place where lives your courage, honor, love, hope and dreams.”
For me, the most powerful moments happened when we reached the Wall. What looked like an ordinary piece of wood became so much more when it took on the symbolism of our deepest fears and seemingly insuperable obstacles.
We each summoned the courage to approach that wall. Some of us shared stories that had never been told before. All of us hugged and cried. We physically lifted each and every person over the wall, embodying the hope and encouragement that everyone needs to help them face their challenges in life.
We opened up and trusted each other, and the results were simply unbelievable. I have never before witnessed that kind of selfless, unconditional love and support.
I know that it all sounds too cliché to be real. But I have never felt anything so real. It is so hard to explain in words to people who weren’t there, but I hope that I can lead by example. I know that I will carry what I learned at Camp Royal with me for the rest of my life.
I am forever grateful to Rotary District 5160 for sending me to Camp Royal and to the wonderful people I met there for inspiring me to be a stronger, more compassionate, and more genuine person.
Alamo Rotary Club to Donate Proceeds to Local School Music Programs as well as the Greater Alamo Community and Rotary International Projects
Alamo, CA, – The Alamo Music and Wine Festival is an annual community celebration benefiting, in part, our schools’ music programs while providing a variety of activities for the entire family. This 29th annual Rotary event will be held Saturday, September 10th from Noon to 11:00 P.M. at the Alamo Plaza in Alamo.
Headlining this event again will be the fabulous “Cruise Tones”, so well received over the last several years. This talented group will play a wide variety of songs from the late 50’s to the hits of today – perfect for dancing under the stars. Additionally, school music groups will perform starting in the afternoon.
The day will be filled with many activities for the entire family. Food, games, and local business booths will be set up throughout the festival area. Kids will enjoy the play zone. Our most popular feature for the youth – the Rock Climbing Wall – will again be there!
This year, dinner tickets will be only $15.00 each. These tickets will be good for a dinner from one of several excellent area restaurants: Forli’s, Faz, Maggie-Rays and Don Jose’s. The Alamo Rotary will also have a booth offering gourmet hot dogs, burgers, and chips at very affordable prices.
In Addition, the Festival will feature wines from two outstanding California wineries: Cline Cellars and Jacuzzi Winery. Visitors may purchase commemorative wine glasses at the event. Soft drinks, beer, and water will also be available.
Raffle Prizes: This year, raffle prizes will include:
You will definitely want to take your chance at winning one of these excellent prizes! Raffle tickets will be available at the Festival for $5 each or six tickets for $20.
Alamo Citizen of the Year: Around 7:15 P.M., The Alamo Rotary will present its annual Citizen of the Year award. This individual is selected among many local nominees who epitomize active involvement in community affairs and projects. Last year’s winner was Vicki Koc. Other past award winners include Alisa Corstophine, Greg Schuyler, Deputy Rick James, Claudia Waldron and Bruce Marhenke, to name a few.
Festival Goals: The Alamo Music Festival is first and foremost a fund raising event with the proceeds donated to assist music education at the following schools: Alamo Elementary, Rancho Romero Elementary, Stone Valley Middle School, Monte Vista High School, San Ramon Valley High School and Lucille Mauzy School. According to Don Morton, Festival Sponsor Chairman, “over $40,000 was raised at last year’s Festival. Much of this money came from very generous local sponsors”.
Mark your calendar now to join us for a great day of fun, games, good food and excellent music the whole family will enjoy. See you there!
Dinner and Raffle tickets may be purchased in advance – watch for our booth at the Danville Farmer’s market or see any Alamo Rotarian. Please see the Alamo Rotary website at: www.alamorotary.org or email at alamorotary@hotmail.com
Having Budd MacKenzie speak to us about Trust in Education is almost an annual event. We have been supporting TIE for several years, and did so again this year with a donation.
Budd founded TIE in 2004, and has gone to Afghanistan twice a year for six years. He started by raising funds to build a school. But as he became more involved, his mission expanded. These are just a few of the projects.
Several years ago, local school children asked Budd where the play ground equipment was, and now TIE funds playground equipment, such as swings, slide, jungle jims, and soccer field goal posts. And even athletic shoes and shin guards after seeing a photo of girls playing in sandals.
In 2009, Budd was approached by Zoira, a young lady born in Afghanistan but who had been raised in California. After a visit back to her hometown in Farza, she was inspired to build a girl’s school. There was already one for boy’s. The new school will be 2 stories with more than 10 classrooms.
After receiving approvals from the Ministry of Education, they had a groundbreaking ceremony in 2010. The village men are volunteering their services and started digging the foundation immediately. They are on their way, with disbursements of materials only given after they have shown that progress has been made. TIE hopes to have the school completed at the end of 2011.
This article was originally posted on dsvrotary.com
After a brief discussion Pat Sagan the “Design Diva” at Creative Business Solutions (and fellow Rotarian) designed an array of logos for Rotary in the Valley. This is the design that our committee unanimously agreed was best and we’ve adopted it as our official logo.
The future of Rotary is here, today! Our high school Interact clubs foster our future Rotarians. Listen in as four local Interact officers discuss their clubs’ activities and projects with District 5160 Interact Chair Jim Cambier and Monte Vista HS Interact Rotarian advisor Beth Randall. Hear for yourself how our future will be in good hands with these bright and dedicated Interactors!
