“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 from Hollywood great Anthony Hopkins. Among Hopkins’ thoughts: “If you do things, whether it’s acting or music or painting, do it without fear.”
Rotarian Recognition by President Bobby Reed included Justino Santana, Jamie Furlong, Bobby’s kid, and PE Kerry Wood. If you are in Comstock’s Magazine or the Business Journal, Bobby has been sworn to find you and recognize you!.
Generosity abounded. Contributors included Maggie Hopkins, PP Diane Woodruff, PP Linda Geery, Justino Santana, Jamie Furlong, and Matt Page.
Club announcements
- Brown Bag Day – hosts are needed for October 8 brown bag day, said Tom Bacon.
- Loaves & Fishes – volunteers are needed for service at Loaves & Fishes on Thursday, August 29, and John Swentowsky encouraged Rotarians to sign up.
- Daughters Day – Megan Laurie needs a co-chair!
- Theatre Night – PP Todd Koolakian has 8 more tickets for “Jersey Boys” on August 22nd.
- Sac Century – Ruth Tesar needs volunteers to pass out Sac Century collateral to prospective riders, and PP Diane Mizell implored all Rotarians to think about donating to the Sac Century. Bob Rosenberg needs more support vehicle (SAG wagon) drivers on the ride route that day. Kathe Nathan unveiled slick new Sac Century caps for sale at $30.
- Maggie Hopkins and Justino Santana are launching a new committee, “Rotarians Helping Rotarians.” Tasks can include driving fellow Rotarians to meetings and events, IT assistance, fellowship visits and more. Maggie also mentioned gathering historical stories for our “Story Vault” documenting the legacy of our club.
- Challenge Champions are Sac Century riders (or non-riders even) who raise money for the effort through pledges from friends and family. So far our 2024 Challenge Champions are Tom Bacon, Dave Brandenburger, Michael Mui, Kathe Nathan and Ruth Tesar. Learn more by reaching out to Kathe Nathan.
Mirroring the closing ceremonies of the Paris Olympics, President Bobby urged members to share Rotary Flag Exchange stories from visits to other clubs around the world. PP Peter Dannenfelser (Turkiye), Clayton Lee (Honduras), Ann Solomon (New Zealand), President Bobby (Italy), PP Todd Koolakian (Australia and India) all recounted their flag swaps.
Jennifer Stolo, CEO & Producer of Robert Craig Films, a production company based in Rocklin, was our speaker of the day. She shared a short clip of the upcoming release “No Address,” a full-length feature film whose characters have been plunged into homelessness. The cast includes stars like Billy Baldwin, Beverly D’Angelo, and Ashanti. It will be released in 2,000 theaters nationwide in early 2025. Said Jennifer: “When we are inspired, we act. And when we act, change can happen.”
President Bobby thanked greeters Dennis Smith, PP Kevin Smith-Fagan and Shirlee Tully. Photography was captured by John Swentowsky. The wine reception was hosted by Maggie Hopkins and Rachel Minyard.
Next week’s luncheon will feature guest speaker Dr. Jonathan Porteus, CEO of Wellspace Health, a regional healthcare organization focused on care for the indigent. Click here to register for next weeks meeting.
Photos Courtesy of John Swentowsky of Swentowsky photography.
