Medford Rogue Rotary

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…

  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…

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…

Please join us in congratulating Dannette Moss on leveling up her Paul Harris to +1 !!!!!!

  🔑🔐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…

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…

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…

At a recent meeting, the World Community Service (WCS) Committee shared inspiring stories about Rotary’s international impact—and reminded us how service abroad also transforms us at home. During the meeting, members raised over $1,000 in support of WCS through the sergeants’ program, demonstrating the generosity and commitment of our club. Speakers reflected on their own…

🏓 Club Business Update – October 2025 At this week’s Club Business meeting, members received updates on board activity, leadership opportunities, and the results from Pickleball Fest 2025. 📋 September Board Meeting Highlights Reviewed finances for the new Rotary year — all on track with no surprises. Welcomed three new members! With these additions, our…

The MRR Satellite had their first meeting on October 9, 2025 with nine people in attendance.  Currently 10 individuals are members of the Satellite – three current members of the MRR Parent Club (Wednesday noon meeting time), five previous members of the MRR Parent Club and two new members to Rotary.  “Brags & Bummers” takes…

We were very fortunate to host District Governor Chris Waugh for dinner at Pomodori Osteria and Bar on Wednesday evening, 10/1, after her presentation to the club earlier that afternoon. It was a great opportunity for the Medford Rogue Rotary Club Board to learn more about Chris’ experiences to date as DG and what she…

This month’s Paul Harris recipient is our illustrious President, George Prokop, for a Paul Harris plus 2!!! Last week, we honored Mike Heverly and his wife, reaching Major Donor status and receiving a plaque from our District Governor Chris Waugh!!!