This Thursday is a DINNER meeting that will provide valuable time for Vines and Vittles updates and discussions. In addition, our club assembly ( part 2) will occur with a brief update from our Mental Health and Youth Services focus areas, reporting on their progress and upcoming events for this year. Last week the part 1 segment was from our club's Peace Initiative which shared how our Global Grant money has helped tap valuable water sources for an African village. Assembly time is a Rotary requirement and annual event, updating our membership on club actions and accomplishments throughout the year. This is important information for newer and seasoned Rotarians, as well as guests, to stay informed on all the great things our club does. Club Assembly (part 3) will be in April with reports on Community Service and Membership, culminating with our club and club foundation budget reports. Sit back, listen, contribute, and enjoy a glass of wine this Thursday evening!
RB Rotary Club and RB Sunrise Joint Meeting
Our first joint meeting with RB Sunrise this year is on Tuesday, March 18 @ 5 PM at CCRB. Our sister club will host this meeting providing dinner, drinks, and fellowship. Both clubs will conduct the business portion together before the main event which is the 4 Way Test Speech Contest Subregional Finals. Don't miss this opportunity to hear local high school students grapple with current topics while competing for the chance to go to the district finals. Dinner menu and RSVP opportunities will be provided later this week. This will be our only Rotary meeting that week. Your presence will make this a wonderful event.
Need a Plumber, Electrician, or? Hire a Rotarian!
Think before you hire! Why not hire a Rotarian for your next home project or vacation planning? You can find one in the new District 5340 Rotarian Member Guide and Business Networking Directory. Pick up a hard copy at any future club meeting. It provides numerous resources including the QR Code for RB Rotary Club which takes you directly to our website (pg.32). This is also a great resource for potential new members as well! Access the online version here:
Extended Silent Auction ENDS on March 13!
This auction was extended to this Thursday. There is still time to bid on a luscious basket of exotic wines and an assortment of gift cards that will go to the highest bidder at the end of the March 6th meeting. The gift basket holds approximately $1000 in assorted wines and gift cards, all donated by club members. Don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity. You can bid in person at any of our next meetings or email your bid to Ken Heinz before March 6th. All proceeds go directly back to our club's budget. Thus far, the highest bid is$925. To view the entire basket, click here.
ED Brown Center Rummage Sale
The Ed Brown Center provides a lot of services for our local seniors. Let's support them with our donations of gently used objects that will provide good resale revenue for this non-profit. Bring your donations to club meetings, or contact Brett Carter for pick-up. In addition, Ed Brown Center is looking for help with set up, tear down, and help during the rummage sale on Saturday, March 29th. This is our Saturday Exchange community service event this month. Email Barb Alberts for volunteer sign-ups.
Poway Symphony Orchestra
Get your Rotary seating by calling the Poway box office on Friday or Saturday afternoons, going by in person, or buying other online tickets. This is the first of our three PSO concerts this year, which are all annual social events for our club. We are looking forward to the return of Fred Moyer, the pianist, who played for us in 2018 and 2022 and was loved by everybody. He will be playing the blockbuster Rachmaninoff Concerto No. 3. Don’t miss it! Location: Poway Symphony Orchestra, Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 23 March, 4:00 p.m. Click here for more information:
Support the Military through Enlisted Project (STEP) Baby On Board
STEP does a wonderful job in supporting young military families as they navigate life in expensive San Diego. You can find out more about the organization here: https://www.teamstepusa.org
The drive will go from now until April 3. They are looking for things like baby blankets, baby clothes & onesies (boys and girls), shampoo, lotion, rash cream, baby bottles, washcloths, baby towels, baby wipes, diapers (most needed: sizes 5–6), diaper bags, pacifiers, and toys.
There are three ways to donate. You can bring your donation to the club and leave it in the bin that will be provided. You can scan the QR code above, OR Shop on Amazon and donate there:
Support a Grieving Family in Need
As many of you may be aware, member Joe Gandelman's son (Tom) passed away after struggling for two years with illness. Tom left his grieving family heartbroken and without much money to cover service expenses. If you'd like to help this family, you may donate on this GoFundMe page. https://l.facebook.com/
District 5340 Training Assembly Coming March 29
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This Thursday's Dinner Menu : Chicken Parmesan, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella with Mixed Vegetables
Upcoming events:
Mar. 13 - Rotary meeting at The Heights - DINNER meeting. No speaker. Vines and Vittles and Club Assembly updates
Mar. 18 - Joint meeting with RB Sunrise - Dinner @ CCRB - 4 Way Test Speech Contest Sub Regional Competition - 5-7:30 p.m.
Mar. 20 - DARK
Mar. 23 - Poway Symphony Orchestra - 4 p.m.
Mar. 27 - Lunch meeting
Mar. 29 - Saturday Exchange Event - Community Service Project at Ed Brown Center