Ed Shenkan joined our Club on December 10, 2019, but says that he has always had Rotary in his genes! Ed’s great grandfather and grandfather were Rotarians, and his father Sid has been a Rotarian in New Castle, Pennsylvania for over 60 years (previous club president and regional chair of Polio Plus). Ed proudly says that Rotary had a meaningful impact on his life by sponsoring him for a year of study in Épinal, France as a high school Rotary Exchange Student. For over 30 years, he has continued his friendship with his three French homestay families.
As a result of the positive impact on his life from his exchange year in France, he and his wife Amy chose the French American International School in San Francisco beginning at age 4 for their daughter Maddie. Maddie is now in 12th grade and is preparing to graduate with the French Baccalaureate designation.
91 Rotarians, family members, and guests gathered together for a fabulous, front row seat overlooking Jefferson Street, Fisherman's Wharf, and the San Francisco Bay to view the Blue Angels in motion on Saturday, October 9, 2021. The maneuvers and the choreography of the Blue Angels left the audience in awe. The location of the event, the space, the food, and the décor were spot on.
President Mary Liu (Real Estate: Sales | JM Real Estate Group) called the meeting to order at 12:15 PM and welcomed everyone.
Recent Events
Hispanic Heritage Month: The audience watched a video on Hispanic Heritage Month. This observation from September 15 to October 15 started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988.
Drivers needed to pick up pre-packaged meals at The Arc San Francisco and deliver to individual residences of Arc participants who are experiencing food insecurity. Exact directions will be provided when you pick up the meals. Hand delivery of meals must occur between 4 PM and 5:30 PM in advance of the Monday Night Dinner Club with Friends Like Me via Zoom to be held on the first and third Monday of each month.
Past Club President Laine Hendricks will tell us what it was like for her when her role suddenly changed from Public Information Officer for Marin County to the county’s public-facing spokesperson about COVID-19.
This Forum presentation provides insight into the real possibility that large numbers of Americans and American cities will be significantly affected by Climate Change and a wave of mass migration will occur as people choose, or are forced, to move North and East to escape the greatest climate impacts. Dr. Keenan will examine a variety of factors that are leading to the movement of people and industries. Advanced registration required. Connection instructions will be provided to all who register.
Rotary International District 5150 invites you to support World Polio Day on Sunday, October 24, 2021 by participating in the Rotary Race to End Polio with Rotarians, Friends of Rotary, and local community members. Join us for a fun and team-oriented, urban scavenger-hunt adventure in Fisherman's Wharf followed by lunch and prizes. $25 of each adult ticket sold for this Race benefits the Polio Plus Fund of The Rotary Foundation, and you may donate more. Sign up soon as registration closes at 5:00 p.m. PDT on Friday, October 22, 2021.
Join us to bag toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, and other personal care items) for the Homeless Prenatal Program. Participation is limited to TEN people, so sign up early. Masks are required.
Join your fellow Rotarians for a night of virtual musical bingo and a Halloween costume contest. Prizes will be awarded to bingo winners and best costume. This is a great event for new and prospective members and family members of all ages. Advanced registration required. Connection instructions will be provided to all who register.
Drivers needed to pick up pre-packaged meals at The Arc San Francisco and deliver to individual residences of Arc participants who are experiencing food insecurity. Exact directions will be provided when you pick up the meals. Hand delivery of meals must occur between 4 PM and 5:30 PM in advance of the Monday Night Dinner Club with Friends Like Me via Zoom to be held on the first and third Monday of each month.
President Mary Liu hosts “Coffee and Conversation” to provide an opportunity to meet new members and provide a forum for all members to learn more about how to get involved in various Club activities and events.
Carly Devlin, MSW discusses the history, mission, and services of HART at Huckleberry Youth Programs and how it has impacted youth who have been sexually exploited in our community. Join us for this insightful meeting on how we can learn more about helping those who have been trafficked or sexually exploited.
Drivers needed to pick up pre-packaged meals at The Arc San Francisco and deliver to individual residences of Arc participants who are experiencing food insecurity. Exact directions will be provided when you pick up the meals. Hand delivery of meals must occur between 4 PM and 5:30 PM in advance of the Monday Night Dinner Club with Friends Like Me via Zoom to be held on the first and third Monday of each month.
Join us as we spend time with each other reflecting on events, projects, or people that have made us thankful during such an extraordinary year. Bring your thanks and cheerfulness to this special meeting.
