Club Feeds

On Tuesday, July 15, our lunch program will a presentation from Loren Irving about John C. Frémont, a renowned explorer and military officer who led expeditions in the American West, including parts of Oregon and California. Fremont, sometimes dubbed “The Pathfinder,” made extensive explorations of little-known areas of the American... Read more

On Tuesday, July 8, our lunch program will be autobiographies from Victoria Carothers, Allan Bruckner, and a Mystery Member to be named later :-).     Come learn more about some very interesting fellow Rotarians! We’ll be in our usual room at the Riverhouse – Deschutes South. Bios: Victoria: Born... Read more

On Tuesday, July 1, co-presidents Sharon and Tyler will be passing the gavel to our new president, Laurel Fishkin.     Come celebrate Sharon and Tyler’s leadership, and help welcome Laurel to her year as president of our amazing club! We’ll be in our usual room at the Riverhouse –... Read more

Join us Tuesday, June 24th from 4:30 to 6:30PM for Happy Hour at Spider City Brewing with your fellow Greater Bend Rotarians! Bring your spouse, significant other, or a friend interested in Rotary. Address: 1177 SE 9th St., Bend, OR 97702. Note that there will be no lunch meeting that... Read more

2022-2023 LONG TERM YOUTH EXCHANGE After a 2-year Covid suspension, Our Rotary District’s Youth exchange is back for the 2022-2023 school year. Right now I need your help in getting the word out to potential exchange students. We need to have their applications and have them interviewed by February 28th.... Read more

One of the goals for Helen Higgins year as Club President was to increase community awareness and knowledge of who Rotary is and what we do. The plan was developed to create a beautiful mural that will help spread the word of Rotary. We wanted to tell the story that... Read more

The Rotary Club of Greater Corvallis has committed $15,000 to the Benton Community Foundation’s 2021 grants process toward bettering our communities with a focus on local children and youth. The check presentation is being held during the Club’s virtual meeting at noon on Friday, April 16. The 100-member Greater Corvallis... Read more

Here are some fun facts about our April 3rd Spring Shenanigans: We sent 5 Rotary Bunnies out into our community to spread some Rotary Magic – 3 members in inflatable costumes (Bronwyn Evans, Anthony Thompson, and Kathleen Hutchinson) and 2 members in fuzzy costumes (Steve Vondra and Rylee Henderer). 8... Read more

The Rotary Club of Eugene (Club) shows up and is here for the long term. The Club has been showing up every month (third Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:30 pm) for decades to assist Food for Lane County in their Food Rescue Express (FREX) kitchen. Club members work side by side... Read more

The Healthy Snacks for Hungry Minds project was a tremendous success! A grateful thank you is in order for everyone who participated: Kristina Gribskov (project leader), Pete Gribskov, Mark Hewitt, Karen Scheeland, Antonio Anacan (Friend of Rotary). On January 31st, volunteers shopped for healthy snack items at Winco and Costco... Read more

Since 2022, 529 cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI; aka Avian Bird Flu) have been detected and reported in Oregon birds (APHIS, 12/17/2024). Raptors are a group of avian species that generally have severe clinical outcomes or die when infected with HPAI viruses. As of July 1, 2023, raptor... Read more

A Fresh Start in Our Community: The Set Aside Clinic of 2024 was a resounding success, thanks in large part to the amazing support from our community volunteers! This clinic, which offers participants the chance for a fresh start by helping expunge non-violent criminal histories, represents a meaningful opportunity for individuals... Read more

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In this season of gratitude, it is amazing what members of Southtowne do to help the local community. Special Thanks: Pat Miller and Lonny King helped make December food boxes possible. We did a record 108 food boxes and had over 50 volunteers helping pack and deliver the boxes. We... Read more

For over five decades, radio has given one veteran broadcaster, “Jivin’ Johnny Etheridge, a front-row seat to some of the most iconic moments in music history. His journey, which began as a wide-eyed teenager, has brought him face-to-face with legends like Roy Orbison, Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, and Big Mama... Read more

When people think about community involvement, they often picture familiar faces, meeting up with friends, or waving to neighbors as they go about their day. But there’s a whole group of people who are often overlooked. Independent Environments, Incorporated (IEI) is all about bringing these individuals into the heart of... Read more

At the meeting on February 16, 2022 the club unanimously elected its new slate of board members for 2022-23 President: Jerry HerbageTreasurer: Becky AthertonSecretary: Jeremy Skinner. At large: Bryan Grummon, Mary Stansell, Denise King, Gerry Gerke, and Morgan Grove.... Read more

Financial Report:  According to Bryan, the total funds are $56,562.62 which includes the CD, $2100 in reserve and the checking account. The Board voted unanimously to move the Redisky, Van Leer and raffle funds into the general fund. District Grants: We have a $2000 grant which was supposed to be... Read more

There has been discussion about meeting schedules due to lack of attendance. It was decided that weekly is still preferable. Starting in October we will meet indoors. Bryan agreed to look into prospective venues with The Landing North preferable. The board voted unanimously to award a $500 Action Grant to... Read more

Old Business Because it is difficult for Hazel Rush to attend meetings, the board decided to consider adding someone else. Nominees are Tara Simonson, Jordan White, Mitch Kuljis and Leonard Phillips. Denise will email membership regarding 2021-2022 dues which are $175. Community service projects: $4,000 district grant to be used... Read more

Marc Bayliss, Rotary Club of Medford President 2025 – 2026 Continue reading Marc Bayliss, Rotary Club of Medford President 2025 – 2026 at Rotary Club of Medford Oregon.... Read more

We’re thrilled to announce that the Imagination Library of Oregon has secured the resources needed for the 2025-27 biennium! This vital funding will ensure that the state match can be sustained for the next two years so we can continue to deliver books to children across Oregon.   While HB... Read more

The Imagination Library of Oregon needs your help!   The Imagination Library of Oregon needs your help! The $2.2 million requested to sustain and expand Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library was not included in the state’s 2025–27 budget. This critical funding is essential to keep books in the hands of more... Read more

What a weekend! The 86th Annual Medford Rotary Relays was one for the record books—literally. From school records being shattered to standout moments of sportsmanship and teamwork, this historic track and field event continues to be a source of pride for our community. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the... Read more

Please contact David Robinson at Paul B. Osterlund Law PC 541-336-2257 Misty Lambrecht Email... Read more

Toledo Rotary gave scholarships to two students this year in the Small Business Management Program held at the Oregon Coast Community College this class is designed for established businesses to enhance their business skills, increase their business financial knowledge, marketing, employee management and help their business to grow. To Learn... Read more

Statement: I am in Rotary because public conversations about truth and ethics matter. Attorney — Of Counsel in the office of Paul B. Osterlund Law, serving the Portland metropolitan area, Toledo and Central Oregon Coast                        Practice areas include estate planning for taxable and nontaxable estates, business law, including entity formation,... Read more

Rotary Treasurer.  I have been a member of Rotary going on three years now.  I became a member of Rotary because I wanted to be part of a group of people who can help make a difference in our small community.  What I have gained is friendships with a fun... Read more