Author Mark Bartson
President David Copp rang the bell at 7:04 am. Chuck Snipes led us in song and mirth, once again breakfast was delicious (for the record).
Announcements
- The Rotary District has selected our “$10 for Girls” project as a high priority. This means additional funding and expansion of the Pads program by Rotary International.
- We sang Happy Birthday to our youngest member for turning 90 – Dick Berry. We probably should have sung it TWO times for Dick but in any case, congrats!! P.S. After the meeting Dick informed me that the secret to longevity (in five words or less) is “Keep breathing.”
- Kelly Wilkerson – The U.S.A. map painting project at Knights Landing school this weekend could use a few more volunteers. Please contact Kelly if you are able to help.
- Mack Walker – Next Friday is the Anniversary Dinner at El Macero – See email for full details and please remember to pay.
- Meaghan Likes – Planning is underway for the December 10 Winter party.
- Tim Daleiden – Football game at UC Davis (versus Sac State) on November 20th, please let Tim know if you would like to attend ($25 per ticket). See email for full details.
- LOTS OF GUESTS TODAY!!! Welcome to all.
Happy Bucks
- Dick Berry gave an undisclosed amount in honor of his 90th birthday. Was it $90 dollars or $2 dollars???
- Chuck Snipes – In honor of the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves, happy bucks were extracted from Chuck’s wallet (voluntarily). Also, there are some Gator sausages still available upon request.
- Lori Raineri – In recognition of the MANY guests today AND the ongoing success of our “pad” project, Lori gave a bunch of happy bucks.
- Clay Brandow – introduced his daughter, attending via Zoom, and gave a fitting happy bucks donation.
- Carol Stiver – For arriving safely in Walla Walla Walla (they added a Walla at Carol’s suggestion upon arrival) gave a few fistfuls of happy bucks.
- Meaghan Likes – In honor of our Pads project, happy bucks donated.
- Andrew Neman – After brief visit to ICU on Tuesday, he is making a generous donation of happy bucks for being here today.
- Nancy Storm – $20 to NOT tell her story.
- Jack Latow - $20 for his daughter being in the Nugget Market Field Guide
- Tyson Hubbard – Happy bucks in his absence for his success as a soccer coach.
Speaker - We listened to a very informative presentation by Dr. Alan Bernstein, CIFAR (Canadian Institute for Advanced Research) - What lessons has the world learned (so far) from the COVID-19 pandemic?
Young Royal 5160
Your D5160 Camp Young Royal RYLA committee is excited to announce that 2022 IN-PERSON Camp Young Royal dates are set! Registration for the 45 camper spots for incoming 8th graders will open November 15th 2022 with 2 slots reserved for each Rotary Club. On January 15th 2022 any remaining slots will be available to clubs on a first come first serve basis.
Our committee has been able to book an amazing state-of-the-art facility, Grizzly Creek Ranch Camp outside of Portola, CA for the week of the 11th to the 15th of July. Our programming will be a combination of the outstanding activities offered by the Grizzly Creek Ranch staff, along with our very own Scott Amick of the Paradise Parks and Recreation Department. Fees will be $950 per camper for this life-enriching 5 day 4 night adventure. Transportation to and from camp will be by chartered bus, one bus hub from Davis, and the other hub from Redding. More transportation details to follow.
For more information, contact Don Winters.
There will be no meeting on November 12.