After carefully watching and waiting to see if we would have a snow day, we were so fortunate to be able to gather together as scheduled on March 13 at 12:15 at Bodhi-Hive. A panel from Nevada County Pride shared their personal stories to help us really grow in our Rotary vision of promoting peace and understanding throughout the world. Through the eyes of a gay man, a gay woman, a trans woman and a trans man we learned about when they knew, how they knew, how they came out and what their lives are like today. With kindness and courage, they helped us understand how to be an ally and, for me, to continue to stand up for being “fair to all concerned.” We’re looking forward to June 1 in Nevada City when we kick off Pride Month with the raising of the flag in Nevada City. To learn more about Nevada County Pride you may visit their website at Nevada County Pride or for information on related terminology and Allies see handouts. To understand Rotary International’s commitment to inclusivity and to understand the expectations of Rotary International for all Rotarians please visit here Rotary's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
On Sunday, March 16 we were delighted to host the Area 4 Foundation Roundup at the Horsemen’s Lodge in Grass Valley. With a casual western themed event we had a chance to honor our Paul Harris Fellows throughout Area 4 and celebrate projects of each of our clubs. Our keynote speakers were Julia Amaral and Mimi Simmons representing the Kellermann Foundation. The Kellermann Foundation is committed to providing hope and health in Uganda. It is a shining example of what one Rotarian with a vision and the support of Rotary International can grow into for good in our world. It was absolutely amazing to see the progression from Dr. Kellermann treating people under the ficus tree adorned with hanging IV equipment to the modern hospital, clinics, and schools that are there today. To learn more about the Kellermann Foundation please visit KF.
On March 20 we’ll be back for our 5:30 social at Round Table Pizza in Grass Valley. I’m super excited to hear Karen McDonald’scraft talk. When we’re back at Bodhi-Hive on March 27, we will hear from Lynda Guthrie and Carolyn Feuille about their recent trip to Guatemala to visit with our sponsored student Wendy and deliver 180 menstrual hygiene kits! And save the date Saturday, May 17 for SAEL Interacts Harmonius Wolf Trail Race!
Spring time is tulip time at Ananda's Crystal Hermitage Gardens. Each year some 20,000 tulips are replanted to create a lush garden display of some 100 varieties of pink, purple, orange and yellow tulips.
By special invitation, Area 4 Rotarians, Nevada County Community Leadership Institute Class, friends, and family will be treated to a private tour of the gardens hosted by fellow Rotarian Mai Lee, Volunteer Marketing Manager for Crystal Hermitage. Join us for a very special tour!
District 5190 ~ We're heading to Fallon, NV for our 2025 annual district conference. Fallon is the "Oasis of Nevada". There is a lot to do and see in this beautiful area!
For a few days in May, Fallon will be Rotary's premier tactical inspiration center! You won't want to miss this event. Fallon Naval Air Station (NAS) is home to the Fighting Saints of VFC-13, the Desert Outlaws of Strike Fighter Wing Pacific, and the Naval Strike Air Warfare Center, Fallon NAS serves as the Navy’s premier tactical air warfare training center. Saturday evening keynote speaker Tyrie Merrill Smokejumper and Winner of Race to Survive New Zealand will be unforgettable!
Rotarians from District 5190 will be taking over the city on the weekend of May 2nd - 4th, 2025 to celebrate a year of Magic and Music with DG Dennis. Join the fun, learning and inspiration.
A wellness care project for local children in partnership with East Cape Health Clinic and Rotary Club of Los Barriles Cabo Este A tradition we started in 2015!
It’s not too late to join the trip! Contact Kelly at klbabineau@gmail.com if you are interested in going.
Board Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month. Our April14 meeting is at 5:30pm to better accommodate schedules among our new board. It will be via Zoom with President Louise.
Not a Board member but want to join us? Contact Robin or reply to this Rotario for instructions. All club members are encouraged to attend a meeting. Location subject to change, please ask.
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