Weekly Newsletter

July 15, 2025 / Edition 1

 
  
 

1st Meeting of the New Rotary Year

At our first meeting of the new Rotary year, new President Ray Ward presided over a Club Assembly

Our club was joined by former Rotarian Bill Bowen, an Employment Lawyer, and his 3 sons: Will, Sean, and Thomas.

One of the first orders of business was to induct New Member Isador BeLovin into the club. She was joined by her partner Crazen. Isador is a passionate chef and caterer, as well as possessing many other talents. Her sponsor and mentor is Terry Buck.

Welcome Isador!

During the Club Assembly portion of the meeting, President Ray discussed Growing Rotary, not only the memberships but in the fundraising and community service that we do. The reason, the more we grow, the more we can help our community.

Also, our board member and community service chair, Terry Buck, discussed upcoming community projects and help our membership can help him find future projects.
 
Next, The Rotary Foundation chair Stacy Graham discussed Rotary's End Polio program and Annual fund.
 
Finally, President Ray wrapped up the Assembly, discussing 1st quarter goals for the club. 
 
After the presentation, PDG Stacy presented the club with a banner for the Rotary International Convention.

President Ray closed, reminding everyone about the awesome speaker who will be at our next meeting on July 15th, Jim Pelley. Jim is a former comedian and a contributing writer for the original Saturday Night Live. His presentation will discuss laughter and how it can help in the workplace, reduce stress, and help you in your life. This is a great meeting to invite your friends and local business people.

Stories
4th of July Parade
We enjoyed celebrating with the Auburn, CA community in the Auburn Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Parade. We had three of our members cars entered, Sexy Lexy owned by Stacy, Stud Must owned by President Ray Ward and Beetlejuice owned by Michael. Lots of goodies that we had the honor of giving to the kids. We especially wanted to say thank you to Daniel Berlant, Auburn City Councilman for recognizing Stacy and knowing she is a proud Rotarian. Happy Independence Day from our family to yours.
 
 
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Event Announcement

7/15 Club Meeting Keynote Speaker Jim Pelley

Please invite prospective members to this incredible speaker; we want a full room.

•A former stand-up comedian and contributing writer for the original Saturday Night Live Show
•Demonstrates uproariously how to use humor to become more creative, more productive, and less stressed.
 

7/23 The Gathering Inn


We are planning on serving dinner on 7/23. For more information on how you can participate, please contact Jan.

Upcoming Events

7/15 Jim Pelley will discuss the use of laughter in business or a Rotary club.

7/22 Club Meeting with Member Isador BeLovin, who will discuss "You Are What You Eat"

7/23 Cooking Dinner at Gathering Inn

7/29 Club Meeting - District Governor Visit Board Mtg will begin at 4:15

8/5 Club Meeting is dark since we will be participating in National Night Out in Old Auburn, serving snow cones.

Check our website for more details