George Prokop

” Flu Shots Again ” – Dr. Bud Bergstrom As predicted, the current flu season has thus far been much worse than usual, & it is expected to continue for at least several more weeks – likely at least partly due to this year’s flu virus consisting of two new strains of the virus. The…

The Rogue Valley After Five Rotary Club held their 2025 fundraiser, The Mardis Gras Fete on Saturday, March 8th at the Phoenix Plaza Center. Four members of the Medford Rogue Rotary Club attended this event which featured a great New Orleans style buffet, beverages, beads and masks aplenty, a silent auction and a 7-piece brass…

The Books Make Better Futures Luncheon was a tremendous success! With approximately 175 attendees, the event was filled with energy and support for Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a cause that is more vital than ever. The Hedrick Middle School choir’s performance was simply beautiful, and Dr. Bret Champion’s infectious enthusiasm truly brought the spirit of the event…

” Flu Shots Again ” – Dr. Bud Bergstrom As predicted, the current flu season has thus far been much worse than usual, & it is expected to continue for at least several more weeks – likely at least partly due to this year’s flu virus consisting of two new strains of the virus. The…

Amazing 2 ½ day training program in Seattle with about 600 fellow Rotarians from the Pacific Northwest, both Canada and the U.S., in attendance. Very well-organized event where each of the President-Elects had the opportunity to create an agenda of classes that best fit their needs.  I attended 7 different classes/workshops, received one-half day training…

Health Through Movement: A Key to Longevity: By Steve Miller “We don’t stop moving because we grow old; we grow old because we stop moving.” – George Bernard Shaw Rotarians are dedicated to service, leadership, and community well-being. But to continue making a lasting impact, maintaining personal health is essential. One of the simplest yet…

The month of February is very special in the Rotary calendar because it includes the anniversary of the first meeting of Rotary held on February 23, 1905, in chicago.  That day is now designated as the “World Understanding and Peace Day”.     On February 23 Rotary celebrates the 109th anniversary of the first Rotary…

“Winter in Candyland”, one of our club’s two annual Signature Events, was bigger and better than ever this year and that doesn’t happen without a lot the support of a lot of people. This was our second year partnering with the Family Nurturing Center to offer this free event to the community. Twenty-seven club members…

The Family Nurturing Center and Medford Rogue Rotary offered a weekend of fun on February 1st and 2nd during the “Winter in Candyland” event at The Expo in Central Point. The sweetest event of the year attracted almost 4000 people, an increase of more than 30% over last year. The event included a life-sized Candyland…

  Nathy’s Hand-Made Chocolates For Sale Wednesday February 12 Our inbound student, Nathy, is continuing her fundraising efforts to go on the district year-end trips in June.  She is apparently more than half way there!  She is bringing her yummy Brazilian chocolates to the Feb. 12th meeting.  There are limited quantities.  Please consider buying a box…

Health Through Movement: A Key to Longevity: By Steve Miller “We don’t stop moving because we grow old; we grow old because we stop moving.” – George Bernard Shaw Rotarians are dedicated to service, leadership, and community well-being. But to continue making a lasting impact, maintaining personal health is essential. One of the simplest yet…