Greetings to all Nevada City Rotary members and friends,
As I write this presidents’ message, I’m filled with gratitude for having all of you members and your dedication to Rotary and its purpose. At last Thursday’s meeting I asked two members to speak about the projects of their Avenue of Service and one to give an update on the District Conference (See Conference details below.) The sharing spontaneously evolved into at least seven announcements of forthcoming activities we support. The Nevada City Rotary Club rocks! We are “people of action” out of our mutual concern and caring for those less fortunate and the environment in our communities around the world, from Nevada County to Ukraine, to Baja, Mexico and more.
The Sewing Circle - which is making menstrual hygiene kits - met on Saturday for a workshop to learn and carry out all the steps in making the kits. We were joined by members of the 49er club (including three men!), with whom we share a District Grant, friends of Rotarians and members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Nevada City. Members of that church have been active for 6+ years in making the kits. The workshop was organized by Lynda, Carolyn, and Deborah Wilder of the 49er club. I’m proud to say that our group is starting to expand and making more progress in constructing the menstrual hygiene kits, thanks partly to Lynda’s diligence and all our collaboration. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun with us; if you’re interested, just call/e-mail Lynda, Carolyn or Chris.
Note: Even though our grant will terminate in June, this project has longer-term sustainability in that we are acquiring supplies and equipment to enable us to continue for another two-three years with our grant money. Also, given that the materials are all washable, girls can wear them for up to three years.
Join us for this week's lunch meeting at Bistro 221 with Shannon Glaz, Nevada County Public Health. Please click to RSVP.
You are invited to learn more about Bright Futures For Youth (BFFY)’s life-changing program and the future of the NEO Youth Center and how it will help youth:
Wed., Feb. 15, 2-3:30pm - OR - Thur., Feb 23, 5:30-7pm
200 Litton Drive, Grass Valley
Note the cafe area we are funding with other local clubs and a Rotary D5190 grant.
We are excited to announce that Rotary International Director Vicki Puliz will be the keynote speaker for our Area 4 Foundation Dinner on Thursday, March 9th at Miners Foundry.
A long-time Rotary member from the Rotary Club of Sparks and our own District 5190, Vicki is a vibrant energizer and engaging speaker. Our Foundation Dinner will be a special time to welcome RID Vicki to our Area and celebrate our contributions to The Rotary Foundation and Paul Harris Fellow achievements.
The Foundation Dinner will start at 5:30pm. Dinner by Antonio is $65 per person with a no host bar. You will be able to RSVP and make a payment via Grass Valley Rotary's website soon or RSVP directly with Lynda Guthrie.
Registration for 2023 District 5190 Conference is now open!
This year’s Conference will have a Scottish theme - both because of DG Jeff’s Scottish heritage and it sets the stage for a lot of fun!
What can you expect? Our #Gathering2023 will include: Highland Games, Whisky Tasting, Rotary Youth Exchange Students, Rotaract Members, Keynote Speakers, Breakout Sessions, Interpretive Nature Walk and Tree Planting, Beer Tasting, Golf Tournament, Storytelling from the Clans, Music Contest, Speech Contest, House of Friendship, Spèrsail (FUN!!)
Come join us for our club’s 7th International project with the Rotary Club of Los Barriles, Cabo del Este March 14 through March18, 2023. Members, friends, and families are again invited to participate.
Paul Boch is managing our project. He is encouraging participants to make reservations at the Los Barriles Hotel now while rooms are available. Please contact Paul for more details:Tel. 530-712-7273 Email: pboch@sbcglobal.net
Board Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month. Our next meeting will be February 13 at 4:00pm via Zoom.
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.
The Sewing Circle - which is making menstrual hygiene kits - met on Saturday for a workshop to learn and carry out all the steps in making the kits. We were joined by members of the 49er club (including three men!), with whom we share a District Grant, friends of Rotarians and members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Nevada City. Members of that church have been active for 6+ years in making the kits. The workshop was organized by Lynda, Carolyn, and Deborah Wilder of the 49er club. I’m proud to say that our group is starting to expand and making more progress in constructing the menstrual hygiene kits, thanks partly to Lynda’s diligence and all our collaboration. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun with us; if you’re interested, just call/e-mail Lynda, Carolyn or Chris.
Come join us for our club’s 7th International project with the Rotary Club of Los Barriles, Cabo del Este March 14 through March18, 2023. Members, friends, and families are again invited to participate..png)
