Amber Myre

Volunteers, including Rotarians from multiple local clubs, brought their Christmas spirit to the last ACCESS Rogue Powerpack of the calendar year on Friday, 12/19. The team filled ~940 bags of food for students in less than 45 minutes wrapping up the effort for 2025. Six Medford Rogue Rotarians were there to help on 12/19 and…

What do you get when you combine 485 jars of peanut butter and 485 bags of groceries with 14 Rotarians the day before holiday break at Kid’s Unlimited? If you guessed the Medford Rogue Rotary’s annual Peanut Butter Project, you are correct! This program began in 2019 and provides peanut butter and healthy snacks for…

The Service Project Assessment Committee, led by chair Tim Chesley, helps our club figure out where we can do the most good. This crew looks at what our community needs, what projects are already working well, and what new opportunities might be on the horizon. They gather ideas from members, look at the big picture,…

Rotary has been building peace for over a century Peace has been a Rotary priority since the beginning. In 1921, Rotary amended its constitution to support “the advancement of international peace and goodwill.” 🕊️ Rotarians helped shape global cooperation. In the 1940s, many Rotarians served as delegates, advisors, and consultants in the creation of the…

Candyland is Back! And looking for your help! Volunteer for Candyland event https://www.familynurturingcenter.org/winter-in…/ Some key dates to know: – January 26 – Packing the ‘gift bags’ – January 27-29 (Tuesday – Thursday) – event set up – January 30 – February 1 (Friday to Sunday) actual event. – February 2 (Monday) teardown Some major differences…

It’s a wrap! Thank you to everyone who came out in 2025 to donate blood. Nine donors attended our fifth and final blood drive of the year held on December 2nd at St. Mark’s Church. We look forward to seeing everyone next year. Mark your calendars, our next drive is scheduled for February 3rd.

Please take a moment to vote for the slate of Medford Rogue Rotary Club Officers for the rotary year July ’26 – Jun ’27 at the link below.   MRR Club Officer Election survey We need at least 1/3 of the club to vote in order to accept these officers. Voting closes on 12/16 Your…

Holidays are in full swing with Christmas just around the corner. During the holiday season we have multiple opportunities to be on a ladder. I have located some ladder tips to ensure the holiday season doesn’t include a trip to hospital. 1. Check the weather report and avoid icy and rain days 2. Inspect the…

At this year’s Holiday Party you can also take a shot at winning a gift for you or someone on your list with our raffle!  Supporting Access and our United Rotary Clubs’ of Southern Oregon efforts addressing food scarcity. For just $10 a ticket or 6 for $50 you could win: Painting by Angalee O’Connor…

November 2025 is Rotary Foundation Month, a time for Rotary members to celebrate and support The Rotary Foundation, which provides funding for service projects that improve lives in communities around the world. During this month, Rotarians often hold fundraisers, dedicate meetings to Foundation topics, and encourage increased contributions to the Annual Fund to support causes like…

John Robinson may not be physically present at many of our meetings these days; however, he sure knows how to make an impact in other ways! Congratulations, John, on being recognized for not only a Paul Harris +1 but also +2 AND +3 !!!!!

C E N T E N N I A L  G O L F  P A V I L I O N December 18th at 5:30p Dinner 6:30 PM Pit Roasted Tri-Tip with Creamed Horseradish Roasted Red Potatoes Chef’s Vegetables Rolls and Butter Cheesecake Bites No Host Bar Vegetarian Options Available $60 per person Entertainment…

The Sergeants Committee keeps the laughter flowing and the connections growing at every meeting! Known for their humor and good-natured “fines,” this group adds energy and camaraderie to our club while raising funds for Rotary causes. Traditionally, they ensure an orderly, dignified, and effective meeting atmosphere for members, visitors, and guests, but these days, there…