It was Halloween Week at the Rotary Club of Sacramento, and among the colorful costumes were Wonder Woman, Miss Piggy, The Grinch, a chocolate bar, football and hockey players, and a dalmatian in the person of President Bobby Reed. President Bobby gave awards to some costumed attendees. Worst costume: PP John Frisch (commercial real estate […]
“There is a lot of pride in Sacramento,” said luncheon speaker Todd Dunivant of Sacramento Republic FC, talking both about his team’s fan base and our region in general. Matching the sports theme for the meeting, Jackie Kirkland offered a thought of the day about success and sports. Success in sports is about grit, not […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
“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 […]