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North Korea: The Hermit Kingdom
Jul. 03, 2018
Mill Valley Rotarian Bob Canepa will be our speaker on July 3rd. His presentation is entitled: "North Korea: The Hermit Kingdom." The focus of his talk is on the history, politics and everyday life in a totalitarian society and the Kim Family Dynasty (Kim Il Sung, Kim Jong-Il, and Kim Jong-Un). He will discuss some of the disparities regarding life expectancy, infant mortality rates, GDP, exports, military size, military budgets between North and South Korea. His slides include the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea, the Joint Security Area, an Invasion Tunnel, the USS Pueblo, Revolutionary billboards, the Bridge of No Return, the massive mausoleum of Kim Il Sung & Kim Jong-Il, the Arirang Mass Games, Pyongyang and most importantly the North Korean people. He will also share his harrowing experience of almost being arrested for "illegal interaction" (aka spying) in North Korea. He has been to 104 countries around the world, and this was far and away the most fascinating and bizarre of all his travel experiences. He visited the Soviet Union, Poland, Hungary, East Germany, and Czechoslovakia in 1968 when the Cold War was intense. He narrowly escaped from Czechoslovakia before the Soviet troops and tanks invaded that summer. He visited Vietnam in 2007, China in 2011 and all fifteen of the former Soviet republics which are now independent countries. None of these countries can even remotely compare to the totalitarianism and mind control that exists in North Korea today. |
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An International Musical Medley--Around the World in 30 Minutes.
Jul. 17, 2018
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10,000 Degrees Mill Valley Rotary Scholarship Update
Aug. 07, 2018
Sophia Lynn and Brissa Teodoro are our speakers on August 7th. Their presentation is entitled: "10,000 Degrees Mill Valley Rotary Scholarship Update." They are coming to share an update on their academic experiences. They will also share their career aspirations. Sophia received a $2500 scholarship from our club to attend Santa Rosa Junior College. Brissa received a $2500 scholarship from our club to attend Sonoma State College. |
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Victorian and Edwardian Residential Architectural Styles in San Francisco
Aug. 14, 2018
James Dixon (a practicing SF architect) is our speaker on August 14th. His presentation is entitled “Victorian and Edwardian Residential Architectural Styles in San Francisco” with a timeline from 1820-1920 that shows the most popular styles, their length of popularity, and how SF history is interwoven with them. The styles are described and explained with photographs of SF homes. What makes it Victorian or Edwardian? What is the difference between Stick Style and Queen Anne? Was Painted Lady Style ever real? What is the 1890 Pivot and who is responsible for its changes to residential design? Find out on August 14th. |
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The Ongoing and Increasing Drug Epidemic in the US
Aug. 21, 2018
Dr. Richard Head is our speaker on August 21st. His presentation is entitled "The Ongoing and Increasing Drug Epidemic in the US." The increasing Drug overuse in our country is costing us many lives, loss of family structure, absent workers and almost 3% of our GDP. It is increasing although we spend a lot of time discussing it and watching the numbers go up. What are these drugs? Why are they so deadly? Why do so many Americans use them? Who is supplying them? We need to understand these questions and what are the ways that we can treat the many addicts, stop the increase in new addicts and discover the methods that other countries are using with success. The population using these drugs is wide spread and varied and effects ALL levels of our society. |
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"Lessons Learned from Sonoma/Napa County Fire Storm"
Aug. 28, 2018
Mill Valley Fire Chief Tom Welch will share personal stories relative to fire department response during the 2017 fire storm. The presentation is a riveting narrativethat cements the need for neighborhood cohesiveness, preparedness, evacuation and much more. Community resiliency is essential to our survival and preparation begins now. |
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"What Can Be Done About Climate Change?"
Sep. 04, 2018
David will provide an illustrated update of the verified scientific realities of climate change, then will engage us in a deeper discussion of the most effective personal, local, national and international actions and solutions to abate it. He will cover the County’s Drawdown: Marin campaign, plus state, national and international policy developments, including the best means of putting a price on carbon. Questions and discussion will be welcomed. |
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State of the City
Sep. 11, 2018
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Everyone Can Sing
Sep. 18, 2018
The women's chorus Wings of Song, flagship chorus of the northern California choral family Singers Marin, will be our program on September 18th. Their performance is entitled“Everyone Can Sing.” Jan Pedersen Schiff will present a brief performance by their members. As part of the presentation, she will demonstrate how she is able to get a professional sound from these women who have little to no background in singing – but just love to sing! Wings of Song has been making beautiful music for audiences north of San Francisco for over 25 years. |
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"The Milley Awards - The Art of Recognition"
Oct. 02, 2018
For 30 years, since 1988, the Milley Awards have honored Mill Valley’s iconic creative institutions and people. The “Milleys” reflect the history of Mill Valley by celebrating the creativity of our painters and designers, writers, musicians and performers. Trubee’s talk will cover the Milleys’ history, nomination and judging process (critical to its success and reputation), accomplishments and future. |
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" Mata Hari: Courtesan, Exotic Dancer and Spy."
Oct. 09, 2018
Susan will discuss her documentary “Mata Hari –The Naked Spy” and uncover the story of WWI’s most notorious spy. It’s a true tale of love, lies and betrayal. Mata Hari was shot by a French military firing squad in 1917. Documents discovered one hundred years later reveal startling truths about her life and cast doubt on her guilt. Susan's film dispels much of the spy/seductress mythology that has arisen since her death. From a contemporary vantage point, Mata Hari was a self-made woman whose boldness and sexuality threatened the male establishment. Her story is a testament to the power each of us has to shape our own lives if we have the courage to do so. |
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"You need more than great coffee to stay relevant--you need a great story!"
Oct. 16, 2018
Helen is the co-founder and CEO of Equator Coffee and Teas. She will be talking about starting the company, the journey and where they are today and what the future holds. Equator has grown from a small roaster and wholesale supplier into a national brand known for its values-driven approach, award-winning coffee, and impactful action around issues of environmental sustainability and economic improvement. |
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"Ghosts of the Golden Gate Recreation Area--Then & Now."
Oct. 23, 2018
The National Parklands of Southern Marin are rich in cultural and natural history. This presentation matches beautiful and fascinating archival photographs of the GGNRA, Southern Marin section, with photos from today to tell the agricultural, conservationist, and military stories of our region. Ted Barone is a volunteer photographer with the National Park Service. He will reveal the hidden history of familiar locations. |
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"The Last Steam Engine of Mt. Tamalpais is Coming Home"
Oct. 30, 2018
From 1896 to 1929, people came from all over the world to ride the train up Mt. Tamalpais to see the unrivaled sights, enjoy a fine meal and appreciate the beginnings of environmentalism. It was a successful business that boasted guests could see more of California in a day and at less cost per mile than any other way. In 1930 the worn out railroad was brutally scrapped: passenger cars burned, rails and engines sold or cut to bits. The only piece that survives is engine number 9. Last March a local group, “Friends of No. 9”, won ninety-seven year old engine in an auction and is working to bring it back to Marin. This is the story of the railroad and No. 9. The presentation will feature a seven-minute documentary that features interviews with a few who rode and the last man who worked on the engines. |
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"To the Ends of the Earth"
Nov. 06, 2018
He will show us a few highlights from his long career documenting the landscapes and peoples he has encountered en route to some of the wildest and remotest places on earth, including many of the world’s highest mountain ranges and both geographic Poles. These travels have given him a deep appreciation for the richness and diversity of life found on our spectacular planet and he will point out a few important things he has learned along the way. |
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"Habeas Data: Privacy vs. The Rise of Surveillance Tech."
Nov. 13, 2018
Cyrus Farivar is an award-winning Senior Tech Policy Reporter at Ars Technica, author and radio producer. He will discuss his latest book "Habeas Data" which shows how the explosive growth of surveillance technology has outpaced our understanding of the ethics, mores, and laws of privacy. He makes the case by taking ten historic court decisions that defined our privacy rights and matching them against the capabilities of modern technology. It’s an approach that combines the charge of a legal thriller with the shock of the daily headlines. |
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"100 Things to Do in San Francisco Before You Die"
Nov. 20, 2018
How could they stop at only 100 things to do in a city like San Francisco? They cheated a little bit. There are 100 items listed in the table of contents of their book, but more than 100 addresses inside the pages of 100 Things to Do in San Francisco Before You Die. No book on San Francisco would be true to itself without mentioning landmarks like cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Fisherman's Wharf, the Presidio, the Ferry Building, and Coit Tower. But turn the pages and you'll fall deeper into San Francisco, and even locals will find places they haven't been. |
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"State of the Mill Valley School District"
Nov. 27, 2018
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"Golden Dynasty: The Browns of California."
Dec. 04, 2018
Miriam will share with us the story of a family dynasty that transformed a state and shaped a nation. From the Prussian pioneer who arrived in Colusa in 1852 through his great grandson, the oldest and longest-tenured governor in state history, a look at how four generations of a remarkable family came to play such a vital role in shaping California. |
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"Holiday Blue Grass"
Dec. 11, 2018
This band will have us tapping your toes. This is a Kiddo! Foundation funded ensemble co-directed by Mill Valley School District music teachers, Lori Adessa and Phoebe Dong. This delightful group will perform favorite Bluegrass tunes as well as some holiday numbers. We are very pleased to have them back for another performance. |