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Meeting Recap

Club Meeting: Dogs for a Better Life

This week our club heard from Dogs for Better Lives, the Southern Oregon based nonprofit founded in 1977 by Roy G. Kabat. Originally Dogs for the Deaf, the organization now trains Hearing Dogs, Autism Assistance Dogs, and Facility Dogs that dramatically improve independence, safety, and quality of life for the people they serve. Key Takeaways…
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December Health News

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…
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Holiday Party Raffle

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…
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November 2025 is Rotary Foundation Month

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…
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Paul Harris Milestones Achieved!

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 !!!!!
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Holiday Party Dec 18th !!! RSVP today 🍽🌲❄

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…
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Committee Spotlight on Sergeants 🎉

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…
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Club Meeting – The 911 call for a Caregiving Crisis

Caregiver Crisis & The Sandwich Generation: Finding Calm in the ChaosOur speaker this week was Sudhir Gautam, founder of The Care Steward — an Ashland-based service guiding families through the often-overwhelming maze of eldercare decisions. Sudhir’s talk hit home for many of us juggling careers, kids, and caregiving for aging parents — what he calls…
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Club Meeting: Jefferson Public Radio Update

Today’s Program Recap: Jefferson Public Radio with Executive Director Paul Westhelle Our speaker brought the story of Jefferson Public Radio to life, tracing its journey from a small 1969 student station on the SOU campus to one of the most expansive and influential public radio networks in the country. JPR now operates from state-of-the-art studios…
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Did You Know… District 5110 has upcoming Friendship Exchange opportunities?

  What is Friendship Exchange? Friendship Exchange is an exchange program for Rotary members and friends that allows participants to take turns hosting one another in their homes and clubs. Participants may travel as individuals, couples, families, or groups, and may be Rotary members or not. Friendship exchanges are organized around at least one of…
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Pinot for Polio Fundraiser and Social

Our Pinot for Polio event was held at Pascal Winery on World Polio Day (10/24). The Polio and Fellowship committees worked together to create this event helping to raise money and awareness to help bring an end to polio while also creating some great social time.  Nineteen Medford Rogue Rotarians were among the 35 people…
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New Member Monday! Welcome Ben and Satellite Members

  🔑🔐Ben LaMere is an independent locksmith and the owner of Affordable Locksmith of Medford, a job that involves a number of technical skills in this era of electronic locks, complicated and expensive key fobs for cars, electronic safes, and more. Ben also shared that in his spare time, he enjoys Billiards. 🌠Joining our Satellite…
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Club Meeting 10-29 Employment and Disability

This October marks the 80th observance of National DIsability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a national campaign that honors the contributions of workers with disabilities and underscores the importance of inclusive employment. The presentation by Amber Myre, CEO at Living Opportunities, honors NDEAM through today’s emphasis on value and talent and illustrates why inclusive hiring isn’t…
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November Health News

It Is Healthy To Be A Rotarian   Helping others doesn’t only help them and make the world a better place but helps you as well. A strong correlation exists between the well being, happiness, health, and longevity of people who are altruistic. Altruism is contagious; if you see someone being generous you are more…
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