President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:10 PM and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom.
Today's Guests
We welcomed David Gallagher, Mary Jansen, Roland LeBron, Gary Rose, and Fernando Valverde. Our speaker was Dr. Alison Simon.
Angelina Preza (Sales: Travel | Aquarium of the Bay) introduced her husband, Michael Sudol. Angelina and Michael were married in Honolulu, Hawaii on January 3, 2025.
New Member
President Bob recognized La'Juan Payne (Business Growth and Development | Odabi Inc.) who was on Zoom. La'Juan joined our Club on February 20, 2025. See full story here.
It’s Rotary night in the Pepsi Club at the Chase Center! Come watch your Golden State Warriors take on the Portland Trail Blazers. A great event for members, prospective members, and guests. Join us! Seating is limited. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
Dr. Laura (Kai) Burrus from San Francisco State University shares her current research on climate change, its impacts, and solutions. She will also explain how climate change is inherently racist. Join us to learn about this important matter affecting our planet.
Join us at one or both of the Baby Showers at the Homeless Prenatal Program where we will give expectant mothers diaper bags filled with supplies. The party for Spanish speakers starts at 10 AM; the party for English speakers starts at 1 PM. Registration is limited to two Rotarians at each shower.
Join us for our Club's NEXT EVENING MEETING where we will conduct some Club business, have dinner, and enjoy Rotary fellowship. There is no charge to attend this meeting, but each attendee pays individually for food and beverages ordered at MoMo's. Please register yourself and your guests so that we can plan the space.
This annual assembly provides a great deal of training and planning for the Rotary Year that begins on July 1, 2025. All Club members are invited, and all Club leaders are strongly encouraged to attend. Come and cheer for Frank Yoke as he begins his year as our Club's President.
Join us for an evening of cultural exchange, tradition, and Turkish hospitality as we come together for our second annual iftar dinner. This year’s iftar will showcase a traditional Turkish-style Ramadan dinner, highlighting the flavors and customs of Türkiye’s rich culinary and cultural heritage. This event is open to all Rotarians, visiting Rotarians, prospective members, and guests. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up now.
Our March movie is Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet, a Korean film about Yun Dongju, one of the most beloved Korean poets. Through his life story, we will learn how many Korean scholars were treated during the Japanese colonization of Korea and experience their yearn for creativity, passion, and freedom. This event is open to Rotarians, their friends, and family. This film is not rated, but not recommended for young children due to the mature themes.
Rick Laubscher, a fourth-generation San Franciscan, has won an Emmy as a reporter and led a successful career in public relations. However, it is his love for San Francisco's old streetcars that have led to his spending the last 42 years working to keep vintage streetcars and cable cars a working part of San Francisco’s transit system. Come and hear his memories.
Join us for our next New and Prospective Member event! We’ll begin with casual, social time followed by small group discussions about our Club's activities and any volunteer opportunities. Anyone with an interest in learning about Rotary is welcome to register. Current Club leaders are also encouraged to attend. We look forward to connecting with you!
Dr. Steve Savage, Executive Director and President of the Board of Trustees at Blue Bear School of Music, introduces this school that has provided music education to our community for over 50 years. We will then be treated to a performance by talented students and staff.
