George Prokop

Thank you to everyone who donated blood on Tuesday, September 10th. What a great collaborative effort from Rotarians as donors included people from 6 different local clubs. Twenty-four total donors including Rotarians from: Medford Rogue Rotary 5,  Ashland Club  3, Medford Club 3, Central Point Club  2, Bear Creek 2 and Rogue Valley after Five…

Fifteen club members visited Building 360 for a walkthrough on Thursday, August 29th. Our Medford Rogue Rotary club is evaluating this new location to relocate our club back downtown and address scheduling conflicts at our current site. Feedback was very positive from attendees and the next step is for our club to hold a “trial…

Rogue Retreat – A Place to Call Home. Sam Engel, CEO of Rogue Retreat, updated our club on the mission and progress of Rogue Retreat. Rogue Retreat coordinates with many organizations throughout the city, including the Livability team. The organization recognize that everyone has high points and low points in their life, and that these…

Nathalya Dobrowolski has arrived and is setting in.  We are still very much in need of a host family for the winter (Dec-March). Please contact Sally Buck at sbuckemail@gmail.com  or 402-916-0047. Host family adults must apply, be vetted (background check and interview plus home visit), and complete an online training. Linda is hosting for fall and…

Several club members joined the Jacksonville Wine Trolley on Saturday, August 24th. Beautiful weather, great wines, Claudette diligently ringing the trolley bell, and if that wasn’t enough, a special surprise visit by MY long lost (on an indefinite and unplanned loan) pickle suit. What more could a person ask for to enjoy a great Saturday…

We are excited to welcome our exchange student for 24-25 Nathalya (Nathy) Dobrowolski. Nathy is from Brazil and will be attending South Medford High School this year. Nathy was introduced to the club at our meeting on 8/14 and has been very active getting to know the area and participating in fellowship activities awaiting the…

That’s right the pickles have spoken and they need our Rotary support! If you have not already signed up to help this is our call to arms. Volunteer opportunities for “Pickleball Fest 2024” are now open!  Reminder, this is our only fundraiser for all our youth programs so it’s an all-hands on deck weekend. Please…

You can track our club’s goals and progress in Club Central anytime you want. You can also see Membership Trends by Club, District and so much more…  https://rcc.rotary.org/#/goals?pth=Cl

With the help of MY signature tourney look, the pickle suit, Kellie rocked the club donations ask on Wednesday, 8/7, and we have now surpassed our goal of $30K in sponsor donations! Great job Kellie, all those club members who contributed, and the Pickleball Sponsorship committee. We are also on our way towards meeting our…

Sometimes tragedy can spur beautiful things. This is the story of Chelsea Hicks, a little girl diagnosed with an illness that would take her life by age 5.  Her family spent many days and hours in hospitals, navigating painful and frustrating treatments.  But Alison Hicks, Chelsea’s mom recalls that when dress up clothes and costumes…

Ten club members were recognized at the meeting Wednesday, July 24th 2024, for reaching Paul Harris milestones. Bruce Garetto and Greg Jones did an excellent job emceeing the presentation of the awards which included one newer member receiving her first Paul Harris award; Beth Reger. Other club members hitting wonderful milestones included two Paul Harris…

ME first to WE first! Samuel “Ace” Ventura, BIOMED Area Account Mgr, American Red Cross delivered a powerful message of overcoming fear and service above self. He chose to overcome a fear and donate for the first time, which changed his life. And he found a passion to help others. Redcross.org to find a donation…

No speeding tickets were issued at the Family Fun Center’s Go Kart track yesterday, although I’m sure a few could have been. Several Rotarians, friends and family showed up for the fellowship event enjoying bumper boats, mini golf, go karts and each other’s company. Another great event sponsored by our Fellowship Committee.

Matt Borman, Director of Orchards at Harry & David, delivered an insightful presentation on the operations and challenges of farming in the Rogue Valley. His presentation highlighted several key aspects: Scope of Operations: H&D Orchards farms 23 properties across 1800 acres, specializing in a single variety of pear. This focus differentiates them in the industry.…

Dawson Murphy and Piper Ravassipour were sponsored by Medford Rogue Rotary Club to attend this year’s RYLA camp.  These two created a video to thank the club for sending them to this life changing event.  Watch and enjoy, these two have a bright and beautiful future!