Rotary Club of Medford Oregon

Member & Guest Social @ Cartwrights
2025-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cartwrights, 745 Stewart Ave, Medford, OR, OR, 97501
Club Member & Guest Social
It’s Fat Tuesday, so come and tie one on
Tuesday, March 4th from 5-7pm
At Cartwrights in Medford
Get to know your fellow club members & introduce guests to our club in a casual setting.

'Who Am I?"
2025-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Find out more about Liz Walton in her “Who Am I?” presentation. These new Rotary member presentations are always a treat to see.

Get Ready for the Annual Community Crab Crack!
2025-03-15 17:30 - 20:30 | The Expo – Jackson County Fairgrounds – Mace Building, 1 Peninger Road, CENTRAL POINT, OR, 97502, United States
Join the Rotary Club of Medford for our Annual Community Crab Crack – a night of delicious fun for a great cause!
When: March 15, 2025
Where: Link to the event page
Bring your friends, family, and appetite for an evening filled with:
✨ All-You-Can-Eat Fresh Dungeness Crab
✨ Exciting Auctions & Raffles
✨ Live Entertainment
Not only will you enjoy an incredible meal, but you’ll also be supporting the Rotary Club of Medford’s community service projects, including scholarships, local programs, and international initiatives.
️ Get Your Tickets Now: Don’t wait – seats are limited, and this event sells out fast! Reserve your spot and help make a difference while indulging in a crab feast to remember.
Let’s Crack for a Cause!
#RotaryCrabCrack #RotaryClubOfMedford #CommunityImpact #CrackForACause

Community Crab Crack ~ ALL YOU CAN EAT
2025-03-16 05:30 - 20:30 | The Expo – Jackson County Fairgrounds – Mace Building, 1 Peninger Road, CENTRAL POINT, OR, 97502, United States
READY TO HAVE SOME FUN AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY????
BUY TICKETS HEREGet ready to crack some crabs and connect with your community at the Rotary Club of Medford’s epic fundraiser, the Community Crab Crack!
It’s on Saturday, March 15th, 2025:: All You Can Eat (no take out) :::: Live Auction :::: 50/50 Raffle ::Bring your appetite and enjoy a fun-filled evening with friends, family, and fellow crab enthusiasts.** THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT ****
SO BE SURE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS EARLY >> https://rotarymedford.square.site/product/community-crab-crack/4If you have questions please reach out to Event Chair, Mike Pastryk cell: 707-486-2270Email: RotaryClubofMedford@gmail.com

Guadalajara Projects, Partnerships & Possibilities Guest Speaker: Enrique Garcia, DGE
2025-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Upcoming Rotary Program – Tuesday, March 18th
Guadalajara Projects, Partnerships & Possibilities
Guest Speaker: Enrique Garcia, DGE
Join us for an insightful program on Tuesday, March 18th, as we welcome Enrique Garcia, District Governor-Elect (DGE), who will share exciting updates on Rotary’s impactful projects in Guadalajara. Learn about the partnerships and opportunities that are making a difference in communities abroad and how we, as Rotarians, can support and engage in these efforts.
This is a fantastic opportunity to hear firsthand about the power of Rotary’s global network and the lives being changed through our service. Don’t miss this inspiring discussion!
Meeting Details:
Location: Rogue Valley Country Club Time: Noon
Program Team:
Greeter: Doug Smith Song Leader: Dennis Morgan Sergeant-at-Arms: Marc Bayliss
We look forward to seeing you there! Guests are always welcome.

ODF Fire Season 2024 Review
2025-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Dan Quinones, District Forester for the Oregon Department of Forestry will look at statistics and lessons learned from the 2024 SW Oregon fire season.

Creating Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces
2025-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Rhonda Klug, Experimental & Retail Marketing and Community Relations with Harry and David will talk about supporting your employee caregivers. Many employee caregivers are hidden in the workforce.

The State of the Rogue Valley's Food System
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Join us for an insightful presentation on the findings of the State of the Food System—the Rogue Valley’s comprehensive community food assessment and action plan. Alison Hensley Sexauer, Executive Director of the Rogue Valley Food System Network (RVFSN), will share key takeaways from this important study, highlighting both the challenges and transformative opportunities ahead. From addressing hunger and food waste to enhancing soil health, water resources, and economic vitality, this talk will explore how strategic collaboration can create lasting solutions for our regional food system.

Freedom Farms @ Rogue Room, Plaza Building, Rogue Valley Manor
2025-04-15 12:00 - 13:30 | The Rogue Valley Manor, 1200 Mira Mar Ave, Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Rogue Room, Plaza Building, Rogue Valley Manor Noon Start Time
We’re excited to welcome Freedom Farms as our program this week.Freedom Farms is a Southern Oregon nonprofit dedicated to creating healing spaces and meaningful work for individuals recovering from addiction, incarceration, or homelessness. Their mission is rooted in regenerative agriculture, mentorship, and second chances — it’s sure to be an inspiring and meaningful presentation.
Meeting Duties:

Greeter: Alex Modrell

Song Leader: Dennis Morgan

Sergeant: Jennifer Jennings

Please note: The monthly Board Meeting has been rescheduled to next week, Tuesday, April 22nd at 10:45 AM.

Oregon History Challenge
2025-04-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Oregon Historical Society Executive Director (and 4-time Jeopardy! Champion) Kerry Tymchuk highlights the work and mission of OHS, and offers a quiz to see how much we know about Oregon. Prizes will be awarded!

Rotary International Service Trips to Guadalajara, Mexico
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Mike Pastryk will be presenting 2 slide shows and discussion about his participation on the RIST to Guadalajara, Mexico. recapping some of the daily events teaming up with 5-6 various Rotary Districts from the Midwest along with RC Medford D5110 in 2024 & 2025.

The Status of Journalism in Southern Oregon....Past, Present and Future
2025-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Bob Wise, Vice President and General Manager of KOBI-TV will go over the changes in the media landscape over the past couple of years and look at the future, including how AI can, and should not, be used.

From Istanbul to Uganda - Michelle’s Rotary Travels 2025
2025-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Please join us for a presentation highlighting Michelle’s recent travels to Istanbul, Turkey for the Rotary International Peace Conference to Cappadocia to Uganda, Africa as a Rotary Friendship Exchange team member. It showcases other facets of Rotary and amazing opportunities within our truly global organization!

Empowering Futures: A Rotary Update from the Makena Children’s Foundation
2025-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Rotary Club of Medford Weekly Meeting – Tuesday, May 27 at Noon
Location: Rogue Valley Country Club
Join us this Tuesday at noon for an inspiring update from fellow Rotarian Anne Batzer on the incredible work being done through the Makena Children’s Foundation in Kenya.
Anne will share recent developments and success stories from the foundation’s mission to support education, health, and opportunity for children in the Maasai community. Her presentation will include a powerful visual journey—so don’t miss this chance to witness the global reach of Rotary service in action!
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the club, this program will highlight how our collective efforts are making a difference across continents.
Guests are always welcome. Come early, enjoy lunch, and connect with fellow Rotarians.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Generosity
2025-06-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Andrea Reeder, Senior VP and Chief Philanthrorpy Officer for Asante Foundation will be sharing what generosity accomplished during Asante’s expansion campaign, AsanteForward, and what’s on the horizon as far as growth.

Restoration of the Klamath River Watershed
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Jim Root will start and discuss the formation of the Klamath River Renewal Corporation and the approach they used to perform the largest dam removal project in the world. Larry Nicholson will discuss the Sprague River Restoration project with the time remaining.

Elevate Mt. Ashland: Planning for the Next Generation
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Andrew Gast, Mt. Ashland’s General Manager, will give an update on Mt. Ashland’s 10-year vision to replace aging infrastructure and address increasing demand.

Celebrating Madame President: Breann Wright
2025-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Rotary Club of Medford Weekly Meeting – Tuesday, June 24 at Noon
Location: Rogue Valley Country Club
Can you believe it’s been a year already? Neither can we! Board Members are putting together this top notch program that is fitting for both Club Members and Prospective Members and Guests.
Join us this Tuesday at noon to celebrate our always positive and fantastic Leader at the help of our club over the last 350 days, Rotarian Breann Wright — please be sure to come to celebrate and thank our outgoing president before the Rotary Bell is passed!
Everyone is strongly encouraged to don your Dodger Blue as a hat tip to Madame President’s favorite Sports Team or wear flamboyant Country Attire in respect to one of Breann’s favorite female inspirations, Dolly Parton.
Guests are always welcome. Come early, enjoy lunch, and connect with fellow Rotarians.
We look forward to seeing you there!

The Heart of Rotary
2025-07-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
President Marc Bayliss will give the membership his incoming Presidential goals for Rotary.

Rotary International Trips and Service
2025-07-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Rotarians Chuck Root and Mike Pastryk go deep, beyond the southern border to help those in need.

Driving Economic Impact in the Rogue Valley through Destination Marketing
2025-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Travel Medford serves as the official Destination Marketing Organization for the City of Medford and uses advertising campaigns, event promotion and sports tourism to increase visitation to Medford and the Rogue Valley. Direct visitor spending in Jackson County grew to $730 million in 2024 and Travel Medford continues to be a statewide leader in destination marketing. T.J. Holmes, Senior Vice President of Travel Medford will give us the background of tourism in Southern Oregon.

Rotary International Trips and Service, Part II
2025-07-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Fellow Rotarian Mike Pastryk will talk about is Rotary trips and service in Mexico.

TFCO and Proctor Care Programs for Family Solutions
2025-07-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Shanel Mahr will discuss their new Program: Treatment Foster Care Oregon, an evidence-based and supportive fostering program, as well as their step-down program: Proctor Care, that is equally supportive but a few less requirements. Both are amazing opportunities for people to care for youth who are in desperate need of a loving home.

New Spirit Village
2025-08-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Kathryn and Barry Thalden will discuss their planned community of affordable housing, New Spirit Village, intended for Almeda fire victims and first-time home owners. It will be an 87-unit development of homes currently priced from $188,000 for a one-bedroom house to $260,000 for a three-bedroom house. It’s an innovative concept creating opportunities for wildfire recovery families and others overcoming multi-generational poverty.

The Facets of Weather Forecast Office Medford
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Tim Daldrup will talk about some of the services provided by the National Weather Service to both the community at large as well as key partners in our community in order to save lives, protect property, and enhance the national economy. The presentation will include a little information about the office itself, the area they are responsible for, and some of the weather programs we participate in, like fire weather, winter weather, tsunamis, marine weather, and more.

Holiday Bike Build
2025-08-19 12:10 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
What started in 2001 with just 16 bicycles has grown into a nationwide movement of hope and giving. Today, through the Holiday Bike Build, Rogue Waste (Waste Connections) proudly carries on this legacy—bringing the joy of a brand-new bike to children across Southern Oregon.

Behind the Scenes at SOU Athletics
2025-08-26 12:10 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Matt Sayre is the inspiring leader of the nationally recognized Athletic Department at SOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY.
Join Matt as he takes us behind the scenes of a nationally recognized small college athletic department. Under Matt’s leadership SOU has won 8 national championships during his tenure.

Staying in the Driver's Seat: A Practical Plan for Your Healthcare Journey
2025-09-09 12:10 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
As we age, navigating healthcare can sometimes feel like you’re no longer in control. This practical talk provides a simple framework for making proactive decisions about your future, ensuring your wishes are respected and that you have a clear plan to remain in the driver’s seat of your own health journey. Presented by our own, Sudhir Gautman.

Medford Airport Tower Operations
2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Tom Williams, Air Traffic Manager for the Medford Airport will talk about the responsibilities and daily activities of the Medford Airport Tower.

Embracing the Future with Creekside Quarter
2025-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd., Medford, OR, 97504, United States
Medford City Councilors Kevin Stine and Nick Card will explore the transformative potential of the Creekside Quarter development and how Measure 15-238 is a pivotal opportunity for Medford’s growth and revitalization without requiring any additional taxes on local residents. Together, we can embrace this moment to enhance our community, attract tourism, and create a thriving environment for all residents.
