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Speakers
Sep 04, 2019
Kathy Thibodeaux
A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE: Memories of the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce
Sep 11, 2019
Bob Swensen
Transforming how Silicon Valley travels - master plan for the Mineta San Jose International Airport
Sep 18, 2019
Brenda Cressey - TRF Trustee
TRF kickoff and proposed slate of officers vote
Sep 25, 2019
Crystal Tai
Moon Festival – An Asian Holiday for Family, Fairies and Fun
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Upcoming Events
JW House- Dinner is Served
JW House
Sep 03, 2019
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 
Youth Service Meeting
Quinlan Center, Community Room
Sep 04, 2019 11:00 AM
 
Golf Fellowship - Seascape Golf Course
Seascape Golf Course
Sep 05, 2019 10:00 AM
 
Membership Meeting
Cupertino Chamber of Commerce
Sep 09, 2019 3:30 PM
 
Community Services Meeting
Quinlan Center
Sep 11, 2019 11:00 AM
 
Fall Festival Committee Meeting
Quinlan Center Community Room
Sep 11, 2019 1:35 PM
 
Fall Festival
Memorial Park
Sep 14, 2019
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 
Crab Feed
Quinlan Center Patio
Sep 14, 2019
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 
Workforce Development Meeting (Vocational Service)
Quinlan Center Community Room
Sep 18, 2019 11:00 AM
 
CREF Monthly meeting
Quinlan Center
Sep 18, 2019 1:45 PM
 
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Program for September 4th: A Trip down Memory Lane: Memories of Cupertino Chamber of Commerce
 
A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE: Memories of the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce from 1985-1988. In the 1980’s Cupertino was straddling the line between its current position as a seat of commercial activity of world renown and its agrarian past. Will Lester, one of the “L’s” in Vallco, was still living in a small house on Vallco property, and Steve Jobs had not yet returned to Apple to lead it into the renaissance that resulted in the iPod, the iPhone, the iPad and other world-changing, market-driving innovations. The chamber of commerce was a witness to the changes happening in Cupertino, chronicled in its award-winning newsletter by its young Executive Director, Kathy Myles (today Kathy Thibodeaux). Take a trip down memory lane or learn something new about the Cupertino you know and love—plus see photos of some of your fellow Rotarians who were movers and shakers of the chamber, the Rotary and the community. Kathy hopes to make you laugh, touch your heart, and reaffirm your love for Cupertino.
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Program: Orrin Mahoney on History of Fall Festival
President Padma introduced PDG Orrin Mahoney who spoke about the history of Fall Fest. This fundraiser started 37 years ago in Vallco Village as Octoberfest—so you don’t have to count, that’s 1982. It is so far back that Jim Walker was President at the time. It was billed as a cultural fair with entertainment for the whole family. Net income was $7,500. 
Four goals were established and still hold true today:
1. Build a stronger Rotary Club by having fun while working toward a common goal.
2. Stage an event that provides wholesome family entertainment for Cupertino area residents.
3. Enhance the image of the Rotary Club of Cupertino
4. Generate revenue for our community service projects.
…and an unwritten goal—always do the chicken dance as part of the festivities.

 
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Flag Exchange
President Padma presented Tamila Cheng with our flag while she presented the flag of her home club in Buenos Aires, Argentina. 
Presidents Club
Irmgard Lafrentz joined President’s Club to announce that she was getting an article published on international public relations. She also said that she will be attending a bridal shower in New Orleans as her son is getting married in October. She previewed his self-funded movie called “The Long Shadow” which will be released October 14th, the day after his wedding. Congratulations Irmgard.
Announcements
Posted by Byron Rovegno on Aug 30, 2019
Chefs of Compassion- Josh Selo announced a fundraiser for WVCS on September 20th @ 5:30PM Cost is $160/pp; To sign up, visit www.chefsofcompassion.org
 
Crab Feed-Dana Stern announced the annual all-you-can-eat crab feed will be September 14th @ Quinlan, 5-8 PM. Cost: $55.00 per person until September 8th. Sign up on Clubrunner. Past President Helene Davis and April Bignell announced that they would need volunteer signups for Fall Fest and the Crab Feed, both on September 14th. Signing up is available at our meetings and online.
 
Bylaws Amendment- Jo Lucey announced a vote at the regular meeting on September 11th to amend the bylaws. Email will be sent to membership with attachments including a high-level summary, detailed description of changes and a clean copy or proposed updated bylaws. Attend on 9/11 and vote.
Golf Fellowship – Wendell Stevens announced golf fellowship on September 5th @ 10 AM @ Seascape Golf Course. Cost: $34/pp to walk or $49 with cart. Sign up at wendellstephens@mac.com 
Your friends can sign up at https://tinyurl.com/CRCF19
 
District 5170 Rotary Business Expo – Stuart Rosenberg and Hung Wei spoke about this October 5thevent at Ohlone College in Newark from 12-5 PM. This is a chance for business owning Rotarians and their friends to showcase their wares and capabilities. Non-profits will be represented as well. It is free to attend as our club will pay the $10 entry fee. For information contact Stuart.
 
Rotary Abroad: PDG Jim Walker touted travel through Rotary which he started in 1982. He’s been around the world to 17 cities that hosted Rotary International Conventions—Dallas, Toronto, Birmingham, Munich, Portland, Orlando, Melbourne, Nice, Calgary, Glasgow, Indianapolis, Singapore, Buenos Aires, San Antonio, Barcelona, Brisbane and Los Angeles. He has also been to 14 countries/locations on Rotary Community Service Projects---Chile, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ghana, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Kenya, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tibet and Turkey. He urges everyone to try it.
Program Committee Update
Alysa Sakkas & Louisa Roberts spoke about the committee and how it works. Chairs serve two years. Approximately 25% of the programs are pre-set. For the remainder, ideas are collected throughout the year. Committee members meet twice per year to review suggestions and brainstorm and then rank possibilities. After voting, a point person is designated to see the decision through with the speaker until the program is delivered at our meeting. The future schedule with speaker pictures and biographies can be found on Clubrunner.
They look for dynamic and informative speakers on topics of interest to the membership, but must exclude political campaigning and sales or marketing pitches. If you have a candidate speaker, speak up. In any case, the committee invites your feedback on speakers.
Don't Miss the Crab Feed Sept 14th
Don't miss our upcoming Crab Feed on Sept. 14th. Join fellow Rotarians for an evening of fun and fellowship and get a head start on this year's crab season with delicious crab from the Northwest or mouth-watering vegetarian lasagne. Buy your tickets now to get the best price by clicking here and make it even more fun by bringing some friends. See you there.
Miscellaneous
Wil Fluewelling and Richard Lowenthal were greeters.
Sargent at Arms was Constantine Lolas.
The meeting was called to order by President Padma Chari at 12:16 PM.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by PP Helene Davis.
Inspiration was by Laura Delgado who reminded us that every situation in life is temporary and there are always better days ahead.
President Padma adjourned the meeting at 1:30 PM. We will meet at Quinlan Center again next Wednesday.
Submitting Articles to the Rotator
Posted by Stuart Rosenberg

The following information is for club members with articles to submit to the Rotator.
Deadline for Article Submission: To help the editors in the work they do, please plan to make your submissions by the end-of-the-day Thursday. Please email them to cupertinorotary@gmail.com. Later submissions might be deferred to the next week's Rotator, depending on how far along the editor is in processing the meeting and program staff reporting for the current week.
Our outstanding editors are assigned as follows:  First Wednesday - Gary Latshaw;  Second Wednesday - Stuart Rosenberg;  Third Wednesday - Louisa Roberts ;  Fourth Wednesday - Constantine Lolos;  Fifth Wednesday - Peter Troop. 
Our highly esteemed meeting reporters are assigned as follows: First Wednesday Kathy Yates-; Second Wednesday  OPEN- Third Wednesday - Julie Griswold; Fourth Wednesday - Bill Wilson;; Fifth Wednesday Byron Rovegno