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February 9, 2025

From the Club Blog
LUNCHEON MEETING HIGHLIGHTS February 4, 2025: Dr. Eric Plakun and Understanding Mental Disorders and Their Treatment
President Bob Hermann, Jr. (Information Technology: Administration | Retired) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone attending in person or on Zoom.
 
Visiting Rotarian and Guests
Today's Visiting Rotarian was Patti van der Burg from the Rotary Club of Los Gatos. Joining Patti was her partner, Jay Shukert. Other guests were Maria Barrera and Rae Sansa. Our speaker was Eric Plakun. Welcome to all!
 
Thoughts of the Day
Carrie Schucker (Counseling | Retired) read today's Thoughts of the Day addressing humanity and injustice. The quote on humanity came from Bishop Desmond Tutu, and the quote on injustice came from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
 
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Lunar New Year Celebration
At Rotary, we believe that creating a world where people come together and collaborate for a better future begins with embracing diversity in culture. In celebration of the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac, this year's Lunar New Year event was organized by Hana Xu Wang and Dr. Stellie Kim at the Chinatown Restaurant in San Francisco. 

The dinner event brought together members from the Rotary Club of Millbrae, the Rotary Club of San Francisco, the Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown, and the Rotary Club of San Francisco West. Our Club President Bob Hermann, dressed in a festive Chinese robe, welcomed everyone in Chinese by saying, Gung Hay Fat Choy, which means wishing you prosperity. RCSF Chinatown President Susan Dean also welcomed us and expressed delight that we celebrated at the restaurant where her club meets.
 
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Upcoming Events
Super Bowl Viewing Party and Squares: February 9, 2025
Join your fellow Rotarians, guests, and prospective members on Super Bowl Sunday for fun and fellowship as we watch the game together and enjoy great food. This is a family-friendly event. Winners of the Club Super Bowl Squares will be celebrated at the end of the half and the end of the game. 
 
ROTARY LUNCHEON February 11, 2025: MacKenzie Chung Fegan and State of Food in San Francisco

In a city known for its lively restaurant scene, San Francisco Chronicle lead restaurant critic MacKenzie Chung Fegan will discuss the current and future states of food in San Francisco.

 
 
EVENING MEETING: February 20, 2025
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.
 
 
ROTARY LUNCHEON March 4, 2025: Alison Simon, Connecting the dots between transportation and sustainability
Dr. Alison Simon, Senior Director of Amtrak responsible for implementing the vision of rail transport for California, will share and connect the dots between transportation and sustainability.
 
 
 
SOCIAL EVENT March 10, 2025: Rotary Night at the Warriors Game
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!
 
 
ROTARY LUNCHEON March 11, 2025: Kai Burrus and Current research on climate change, impacts, and solutions
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.
 
 
 
Baby Showers for Homeless Prenatal Program: March 19, 2025
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.