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August 5, 2018
From the Club Blog
Luncheon Meeting Minutes July 24, 2018: DG Jayne Hulbert
About 50 members and guests attended today's Rotary Luncheon. We were joined by visiting Rotarians from several Clubs around the Bay Area, including District Governor Jayne Hulbert and her husband Gene Duffy, Past Rotary International Director Brad Howard, and several representatives of the La Plata Rotary Water Project.
 
President Rhonda opened the meeting with a recitation of the Four-Way Test.
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BOARD MEMBER PROFILE: Carla Walter
Dr. Carla Walter joined the Rotary Club of San Francisco in January 2017 and immediately got involved, ”because that’s how you get to know people.” She really enjoys the social events and has helped with scholarship evaluations for RYLA, as well as raising money for the Club. She’s just started a two-year term on the board of the Rotary Club of San Francisco as Vice President for Development.
 
“Rotary is an organization that you don’t feel embarrassed to ask for money, that you can really get behind,” she says. “It’s a good cause, important. And I like making friends, hearing success stories.”
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New Website Features
We've made it easier to access the Club Directory and to update your profile information on our Club website.
 
Click on the Club Business entry in the main menu, and then on Club Directory or Edit My Profile. If you're not already logged in, the system will prompt you to enter your username and password before taking you to your selection.
 
If you haven't checked it recently, this is a great time to take a look at your Club member profile to make sure it's accurate and complete, and that your photo is up to date.
 
Upcoming Events
ROTARY LUNCHEON August 7, 2018: Our Impact on the Homeless Prenatal Program
Martha Ryan, founder and director of HPP, and Megan Lucas, former HPP client and now a paralegal at the SF Public Defender's Office, will speak about the innovative ways HPP works with homeless mothers.
 
Rotary Twilight Golf: August 9, 2018
Join The Rotary Club of San Francisco for a friendly round of golf and a chance to win our coveted Golf Trophy! Points are based on participation, not necessarily golf score, so all skill levels are welcome! Fellowship follows every outing. Tee time is 4:15.
DISTRICT SEMINAR August 11, 2018: The Rotary Foundation
This Learning & Leadership Development Opportunity, which will explore the powerful work of The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International, is open to all, but is of special interest to Club leaders whose responsibility includes development efforts for The Rotary Foundation.
 
ROTARY LUNCHEON August 14, 2018: The Arc SF - Today’s Inclusive Workforce – Are You Ready?
Kristen Pedersen, Chief of Employment & Education Services at The Arc San Francisco, will share how The Arc SF is breaking down barriers for people with developmental disabilities through new management tools, on-site job coaching and other strategies that help businesses capitalize on this untapped resource, changing corporate culture while positively impacting the bottom line.
 
Welcome to the Club: August 15, 2018
All members -- and especially new and prospective members -- are encouraged to attend this informal meet-and-greet at the Lynn Luckow's office at LikeMinded.org. Address provided to everyone who registers.
 
Rotaplast Bocce Ball Tournament and BBQ: August 19, 2018
Bring smiles to children around the world by participating in (or supporting) this annual fundraiser in San Rafael. This year's tournament benefits the 26th anniversary of Rotaplast.
 
 
ROTARY LUNCHEON August 21, 2018: Manuel Mollinedo and How Zoos Save Endangered Species
Manuel Mollinedo is the former director of several zoos, including the San Francisco Zoo. Manuel will talk about how accredited zoos have helped to protect endangered species. At the turn of the last century, the Bronx Zoo helped to prevent the extinction of the American Bison. More recently, the LA Zoo started working to save California Condors. Hear these and other interesting stories on how zoos help to save endangered species.
 
DISTRICT SEMINAR August 21, 2018: International Programs
This Learning & Leadership Development Opportunity, which will explore opportunities for international service projects, is open to Club leaders whose responsibility includes International Service.
 
Rotary Twlight Golf: August 23, 2018
Join The Rotary Club of San Francisco for a friendly round of golf and a chance to win our coveted Golf Trophy! Points are based on participation, not necessarily golf score, so all skill levels are welcome! Fellowship follows every outing. Tee time is 4:15.
DISTRICT PICNIC August 26, 2018: Summer Celebration!
Enjoy a BBQ lunch, fun, games, and fellowship with Rotarians, friends, and family.
 
SOCIAL EVENT August 30, 2018: SFMOMA
Join Rotarians and friends for a private tour of highlights at SFMOMA, one of the most important museums of modern art in the world.
 
ROTARY LUNCHEON September 4, 2018: Leonard Kuhi, A Star is Born & Dies
Leonard Kuhi, Professor Emeritus of Astronomy, will take us through the various stages of a star's life from its formation in interstellar clouds to its ultimate demise. Photos from the Hubble Space Telescope will illustrate these different stages.