Club Update

Dear Rotarian,
 

Do you have vivid memories of a theatre that not only provided memorable entertainment but also had an ambiance that heightened your experience? I was given a tour of the Holly Theatre not long after moving to the Valley and I can only imagine what it would have been like to see a show back in the day at the Holly!

To think the theatre was originally built just weeks after the start of the Great Depression astounds me! The attention to detail even down to the painting of the Venetian mural in the auditorium takes my breath away. If those walls could reveal their secrets over the decades, what a story they would tell! This 1930’s movie palace could seat 1/10^th of Medford’s population at the time and upon restoration, will be Southern Oregon’s largest indoor concert venue.

On Tuesday, you will have the pleasure of hearing Randy McKay, Executive Director of Jefferson Live, provide an update on the current restoration project and how the Holly will impact the Rogue Valley and the economic development of the area.

I am sad I will be away on business travels and will miss this great program. I leave you in the capable hands of our Club’s President Elect, Denise Stanford, for this meeting.

Until next week,

Michelle Corradetti, President

Dear Rotarian,

Hello!  This is your final reminder that today’s Rotary meeting is going to be held at Dunbar Farms, just up Hillcrest 1/4 mile on left from the Rogue Valley Country Club.  It is located on a dirt road and I will have some balloons to mark the location (look for baby blue and gold – no dark blue….).  GPS will take you on a wild goosechase!  Hope to see you soon!

Yours in Rotary Service,

Michelle Corradetti
 

Anne Batzer (Non-Profit Organization), sponsored by Michelle Corradetti.

Official Posting date: 09/03/2019. This is published in accordance with Medford Rotary Club By-Laws Article XIII, Section 5

Dear Rotarian,

Have you ever thought how your everyday choices and actions ripple through the Universe? The power of a single “random act of kindness” astounds me. When I lived in Reno before the homeless situation became out of hand, there was a man I would see hanging around Wild Oats and would purchase a meal for him when I shopped. One time, a lady behind me in the checkout line asked about one of the items I had chosen and I let her know it was for him. She then proceeded to tell me she had been wanting to do something for him as well and gave me a $20 bill to include with his meal. That was the true manifestation of “paying it forward.”

That evening we watched “Evan Almighty,” a 2007 movie starring Steve Carrell and Morgan Freeman. The significance of the day was highlighted with a scene in that movie when Morgan Freeman wrote the letters A-R-K in the dirt and stated its double meaning as “Act of Random Kindness.”  Coincidence??

Tomorrow we have the pleasure of hearing Beth Coker’s presentation titled “Indelible Impact.” This may be one of those profound moments where you consciously decide how you will live the rest of your life from this point forward, no matter your age.

Join me and your Rotary friends for a great afternoon on the patio. Please remember our venue has changed to Dunbar Farms this week. It is just a ¼ mile up Hillcrest from RVCC on the left. It you reach Foothill, you have gone too far.

What will be your Act of Random Kindness today?

Yours in Rotary Service,

Michelle Corradetti, President

Dear Rotarian,

Hello!  Attached please find the flyer for our September Rotary Club social! 
 

• Bring the family to Wildlife Images for a fun filled day exploring the park and meeting the Animal Ambassadors!

• Please check in at the Front Desk with the flier (available by email or at meeting) or mention Rotary to receive discounted admission.
   
• Refreshments served at Critter Creek.
   
• Park in main lot or if full, overflow parking lot (through south driveway).

WHEN:
Saturday, September 14
10:00 – 12:00

WHO:
Medford Rotary Members & Families

COST:
$12 – Adults, $5 – Kids (12 and under)

This is a great opportunity to support one of our local charities and join in Rotary fellowship with family members at the same time!  Hope to see you there!

Yours in Rotary Service,

Michelle Corradetti, President (helping Erin Maxson)

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Dear Rotarian,

Hello!  This is friendly reminder #1 that next week’s Rotary meeting will be held at Dunbar Farms, Rocky Knoll Farmstand, 2881 Hillcrest Rd. in Medford.  This location is just about 1/4 mile up Hillcrest from the Rogue Valley Country Club on a dirt road on the left.  If you reach Foothill, you have gone too far!  We have a very inspirational program scheduled that you will not want to miss!  Another treat is that Wayne, with Confident Caterers, will be preparing an amazing lunch for the meeting.  Here is what will be on the menu to tempt your tastebuds:
 

~ Tossed green- topped with fresh vegetables, croutons on the side. With ranch, blue cheese and Italian dressings. Cruets of olive oil and vinegars

~ Rosemary red potaoes

~ Blue lake green beans with almond butter

~ Sliced baguette with butter

~ Herb roasted tri-tip with horseradish cream. Carved to order

~ White bean and roasted pepper soup

~ Chocolate cake with berry compote and chantilly cream

~ Iced tea, coffee, iced water, milk and hot water for teas

And to top it all off, Emily, the owner of Dunbar Farms, will be offering her Rocky Knoll Bordeaux blend for sale by the glass to enjoy with your meal!

Hope to see you next Tuesday!

Yours in Rotary Service,

Michelle Corradetti, President
 

Anne Batzer (Non-Profit Organization), sponsored by Michelle Corradetti.

Official Posting date: 8/27/2019. This is published in accordance with Medford Rotary Club By-Laws Article XIII, Section 5 which states:

“Each proposed member’s name will be published in two successive club bulletins. If no written objection to the proposed applicant, stating reasons, is received by the Board from any member (other than honorary) of the club within ten (10) days following the first publication of information about the prospective member in the club bulletin, that person, upon payment of the required fees, as prescribed in these bylaws shall be considered to be elected to membership. If any such objection has been filed with the Board, it shall vote on this matter at its next meeting. If approved despite the objection, the proposed member, upon payment of the required fees, shall be considered to be elected to membership.”