Pulse for the Week of October 15th , 2024

The governor was at this week’s Rotary meeting – no, not that one – our 5180 District Governor, Steve Turner, who dropped in to see the goings on at “The Big Club” and to share his view from the DG’s perch.   As usual, The Big Club didn’t disappoint, as we had plenty to show […]


The Pulse for the Week of September 24, 2024

If we needed a reminder that the lazy days of summer are over, we got it at our meeting. Elections are near and mayoral candidates Dr. Flojaune Cofer and Assemblyman Kevin McCarty quickly explained the challenges. As they say, all politics is local, but more about that later. Looking ahead to the club’s huge public […]


The Pulse for the Week of September 17, 2024

“Surround yourself with good people, treat them right, and make everyone successful.” We were honored to welcome guest speaker Dale Carlsen, founder and former CEO of Sleep Train as well as the founder of the Ticket to Dream Foundation. Carlsen, the son of a Rotarian, was interviewed by Chair of the Day Elfrena Foord, and […]


The Pulse for the Week of August 6th, 2024

Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho returned to the club to share updates about his first two years as DA (Ho last visited our club shortly before his election). The meeting was led by PP Bob Miller, who promised us that President Bobby Reed’s absence was not indicative of an electoral shakeup. Paul Keefer provided […]


The Pulse for the Week of August 13th, 2024

“When we are inspired, we act. And when we act, change can happen.” That quote, apropos of the Rotary ethos, was shared by luncheon speaker Jennifer Stolo, who spoke about the forthcoming film “No Address” filmed in Sacramento. More on that later. Opening the meeting, Steve Shiflett’s thought for the day focused on life wisdom […]


The Pulse for the Week of July 30th, 2024

“Let the Games Begin” by Christie Holderegger President Bobby Reed set the tone for friendly competition and national pride as many of our Rotarians competed for an “Olympic” medal in the javelin, basketball, soccer and archery. Who will walk away with the gold? Who will walk away with the gold? Thought for the day presenter […]