Windsor Rotary Archived Bulletins

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  • 2023-02-07 Meeting Bulletin

    2023-02-07 Meeting Bulletin

    Sonoma County Airport

    Rotary Club of Windsor        
    A. Good morning Rotary Club  of Windsor by President Brian Ling
    B. Pledge of Allegiance led by Beth
    C. Inspiration presented by Mike Merrill

    D. Song led by Geoff Harrison – Take Me Out to the Ballgame
    E. Visiting Rotarians–
    F. Guest: Anastasia Shapniup (Ukraine), Samuel Neylon, Kevin Waldrich, Stephanie Keebler, Noel Leone
    G. Student of the year Award 

    Daniel explained about the Cores at Windsor High School.  Todays award is presented to a student from the pre med core, Noel Leone.  He is accompanied by his counselor, Stephanie Keebler.  Noel delivered a well prepared and impressive biography.

    H. Upcoming Events and Announcements

    • Dictionary Distribution starts tomorrow (Pegi)
    • The club anniversary celebration is March 25.  The theme is The Great Gatsby.  Please RSVP asap to Joan.  
    • Environmental Gov Citation Award temporarily delayed while Barbara catches her breathe.  They just returned from a fabulous trip to Patagonia and Antarctic 
    • Windsor High School needs Volunteers for Senior Project Night  PLEASE SIGN UP TO BE A PANELIST FOR OUR SENIOR PROJECT PRESENTATIONS, 4/19/23 @5:30pm
    • Community Panelist Sign
    • WRCF Budget Meeting , Carol
    • RYE Golf Tournament  at WGC Saturday April 22 .  This is a fund raiser for the Sonoma County Rotary Foreign Exchange Student Program 
    • SCARC Annual Crab Feed in Cloverdale April 23.  This is a Fundraiser for the Cloverdale High School Interact Club (Rotary Youth).

    I. Recognitions: Congratulations to Grandpa Ed

    J.  Guest Presentation: Our guest presenter Jon Stout, Airport Manager at Charles Schultz – Sonoma County Airport.

    Jon took over the airport management in 2002, managed the resumption commercial air service, a $55 million Improvement Project, runway extensions enabling regional jet service, and expansion of the terminal.  

    Jon reported on the recent major improvements at the airport.

    K. Thank you to our guest and volunteers :
    Set/up : Beth and Dave
    Greeter: Renee
    Song: Geoff Harrison
    Scribe: Kathy
    Inspiration: Mike Merrill
    Guests: : Anastasia Shapniup (Ukraine), Samuel Neylon, Kevin Waldrich, Stephanie Keebler, Noel Leone
    K. Closing Comments and adjourn

    Thank You to the speaker

  • 2023-01-17 Meeting Bulletin

    2023-01-17 Meeting Bulletin

    Craft Talks

    Minutes for Rotary Club of Windsor
    Pledge of Allegiance – Sue Nelson
    Song: Bill Bolster in recognition of MLKjr: Amazing Grace
    Inspiration – Tom Boylan: Tom spoke of the Rotarian theme of “Creating Hope.”

    When working with others this vague idea can become concrete through funding, ideas, and projects that give real people real hope.Visiting Rotarians: DGE from Ituiutaba, Brazil: Manuella and Rodrigo Yano. Manuella is the District
    Governor for 4770. Thank you to those who are helping to host the Yanos this week.

    Announcements:
    – Given the uptick in Covid cases, as well as other contagious diseases, please consider wearing a
    mask at Rotary events when you are not eating or drinking.
    – Club Social for the 5 th Tuesday. We will be bowling at Windsor Bowl on Friday, January 27, at
    5:30. Alyssa Johnson is coordinating if you would like to sign up. 707 795 7470 (work).
    – Save the Date: March 25, Club Anniversary Celebration. Contact Joan Mora if you would like to
    help. Joan@windsorgymnastics.om
    – TBD – Monte Carlo/Poker Tournament fundraiser. Londa will give more information soon.
    – Environmental Governor’s Citation Award: January challenge: plant some wildflower seeds!
    – Michael Juric is looking for help on the scholarship committee. There is an administrative
    meeting this Thursday. Michaelj7@comcast.net

    Board Meeting summary:
    A Coral Reef Project, Environmental Committee ($1950) This will be a large undersea Rotary
    Wheel, funded in sections, which will become a coral reef.

    Peru Water Catchment Project, International ($8766) supported in part by Engineers without
    Borders

    District Website for Humboldt Earthquake and Ukraine Support. Look on the District website to
    contribute if you can @ rotary5130.org

    A chaperone is needed to escort Stefan to Austin on March 6-9, and Washington, DC April 20-
    22. Airfare and hotel provided. Let Brian know if you can. briansling@gmail.com

    WRCF Bylaw approval was sought and approved! Thanks to Carol Martin for conscientious
    effort on this; she began working on this in the last millennium.

    Program Speakers:

    The DGE Manuella Yano spoke with the translating help of her husband Rodrigo, on the wonderful
    efforts of 5130 Rotary Clubs (including Windsor) to bring an operating room to Potal do Triangulo
    Mineiro, Minas Gerais, Brazil. This is a perfect example of creating hope. Gifts and banners were
    exchanged.

    Craft Talk:
    Brian Williams, Principal of Windsor High School spoke on how he is a first hand example of how when a
    smart child is told they are good at everything, or even some particular things (that is, when results are
    valued over effort) then sometimes the child will fail to try rather than fail to succeed. He put minimal
    effort into high school, and then joined the Marine Corps where he found that when you put the work
    in, success follows. He shared his path through community college, UCLA, a Masters Program, and
    classroom teaching, which led him to his real raison d’etre , administration.

    He really enjoys being a principal – likes to shake things up and make big changes early in the process. He fell in love with Windsor – which he called “Mayberry.” He has been an elementary school principal, middle school principal and is now the principal at Windsor High – where the highs are higher and the lows are lower.

    Maureen Merrill, a woman of many hats. Maureen shared that although she has had many
    impermanent addresses and changing schools, she has had but one true and permanent love – Mike.

    Maureen is a life coach – helping others to find confidence and clarification of their values and desires.
    She helps others recognize choices and build teams. She has owned a health club (becoming a prize
    winning weight lifter), property manager and speech coach. She has been active in local politics, serving
    on the first Windsor town council.

    Thank you to Steve and Mitch for set up.

    Latest update from your Rotary Nurse….
     
    COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) UPDATE…..
                                                                                                                
    01/17/23
     
    NEWS:         

    WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT NEW VARIANTS OF CORONAVIRUS……….   They will continue to occur, so mask up and protect yourself with a bivalent booster and flu shot if you have not.   Currently, XBB1.5 is the current dominant variant causing illness here in the US and in Sonoma County!    The CDC works with State and local Public Health to monitor the spread of these variants.   XBB1.5 is highly contagious, and spreads more easily than earlier variants.  Anyone with Omicron infection, regardless of vaccination status can spread this, but vaccinations help to prevent severe illness, hospitalizations and death.

    We continue to see infections from the Flu also here in Sonoma County and with this and the new variant of Omicron, has led to increased ER visits, Dr office visits and hospitalizations.   Avoid large crowds and protect our more vulnerable citizens by wearing a mask in crowded or indoor situations.     Public Health is asking our residents to wear a mask in indoor situations and especially crowded situations in order to protect yourself and others.   Please be sure your mask provides the best fit and filtration such as the N95, KN95 and KN94 type masks.   Surgical, paper or cloth masks are not recommended.  
     
    COVID UPDATE:
                    
    Total Cases:     

    112,978 (last week 112,714)           Recovered:  111,660   (last week 111,130)             Active Cases: 1053 (last week 1053)        
     
    Deaths:                

    532   (last week 531)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
     
    Hospitalized:   

    37 confirmed cases and 3 in the ICU      (last week  48 confirmed and 3 in the ICU)
     
    Vaccination information…. 

    As of January 15th,  2023,   1,271,227 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,268,903).     We only have 79%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    Have you had your COVID booster and your Flu vaccine?   If not, consider making that appointment now.   

    MASKS:             

    Masks are highly  being encouraged during this season of increase COVID, the Flu and RSV.   Public Health is really encouraging the use of masks again in indoor settings and especially in crowded situations or around anyone who is medically fragile.    The “triplex” or “tridemic” of viruses in our County are causing sickness with increased hospitalizations and ICU stays.     

    As stated, be sure to use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF 94 as paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective.  Unless you are eating or drinking, in an indoor situation with other people, other than your “bubble”, consider masking up to protect yourself and others.

    TESTING:  

    Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
     
    Please take care of yourself and others.   

    Getting COVID is not fun and as residents, we need to do everything we can to protect our most vulnerable residents.   A booster with the new bivalent type vaccine is encouraged if you have not had one as is getting your annual Flu vaccine.    Carry a mask with you in case you need it ……    take care of yourself and others please as we try and get through this season of flu and other respiratory Infections!! 
     
    Fondly,
    Di

  • 2023-01-23 Meeting Bulletin

    2023-01-23 Meeting Bulletin

    Round Table Questions

    Happy New Year fellow Rotarians and friends and family who are reading our weekly bulletin,
    Today’s minutes are from January 10, 2023

    Pledge of Allegiance: Robin Resendez
    INSPIRATION: Terry Andreacchi “Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take
    your eyes off your goals.” — Henry Ford

    SONG: JB Leep: lead us in a slower version of “Daisy Daisy” Good pace for us,
    No VISITING ROTARIANS
    GUESTS OF ROTARIANS are essentially part of our family; youth exchange student Stefan from
    Germany and Domingo a former ye student here from Chili attending SRJC.

    ANNOUNCEMENTS:
    We were missing some of Rotarians this morning as we have had several exposed and or test
    positive for covid in the last week. Definitely a reminder this pandemic is not behind us as yet
    and we need to be mindful. Social Distancing, Wear a Mask, Wash your Hands.
    Our thoughts to all those under the weather, hope to see you soon
    Dark: 5th Tuesday January 31 st .

    In place of our meeting we will have a bowling night January 27 th @ Windsor Bowling Alley
    5:30pm. Sign up at the next couple of meetings or contact Alissa Johnson so we know how
    many lanes to reserve. Cost to be determined by attendance approximately $20.-25.00 per
    person. Alissa@sonomacorr.com

    Monte Carlo Night has morphed into a Porker Tournament and a date change, looking at April
    8, but to be announced. Volunteers needed: Set up and Dealers, Brian Williams says no
    problem if you do not know how to deal, they will teach you. The tournament is to be held at
    the Lakewood Community Village inside Raley’s.

    Board Meeting January 16, 2023 location to be announced

    Rotary Club of Windsor 35 th Anniversary Celebration Speak Easy Theme March 25, 2023, @
    Staubli 100 Market Street, Windsor. Volunteer & RSVP Joan Mora,
    joan@windsorgymnastics.com
    JB Leep our Program & Speaker chair extraordinaire is offering a meeting at his home

    Wednesday January 11 th 6pm to gather ideas and suggestions for future programs & speakers
    for our meetings. Great opportunity to share your ideas and interests, contact JB:
    jbleep1@gmail.com

    Steve Klick will celebrate his birthday tomorrow 1/11/23, HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEVE!

    Congratulation go out to Lea Hansen, Michael Ragsdale and Robin Resendez, we celebrate your
    anniversary as Windsor Rotarians.

    JB created a Round Table question and discussion activity as our program today; it was quite
    fun and motivating. JB put forth a question we answered individually at our tables, and then
    switched a few people at each table for question 2, and again for question 3.

    Each table then shared a notable response to the club.
    1. What is the first thing you would do if you received twenty million dollars?
    2. What job have you done that you would enjoy doing again? Not your current job
    3. What would you like to volunteer to do within your community that would make a
    difference?

    Interesting to hear the responses and learn more about your fellow Rotarian. Good to conclude
    with what we as Rotarians can do to uplift our community.

    President Brian closed the meeting 8:30am

  • 2023-01-03 Meeting Bulletin

    2023-01-03 Meeting Bulletin

    Steven Campbell

    First meeting of the new year which began around 7:34am.  The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Terry Andreacchi, with an inspiration by Renee Hyde where she reminded us that we frequently make New Year’s resolutions to change ourselves. She suggested that our resolution this year is to SEE YOURSELF!

    Heather Cullen led us in a version of “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” with some level of enthusiasm! Two Rotarians from Orange Plaza Rotary Club in Orange County (Southern California) were introduced.  Welcome Tracey Curtis and Joe Colombo!

    A series of Announcements were made, and events that are coming up, which included:

    •January 31st – is our FIFTH TUESDAY so DON”T come to the meeting…. It looks like there may be a bowling event  – NO DATE SET

    •April 8 – Monte Carlo night Fundraiser to be held at the Community Center at Raley’s (date was subsequently changed to April 8).

    •Replanting native seeds is being encouraged under the JANUARY theme under the Environmental Governor Citation Award, this month

    •JB mentioned that he was holding a meeting at his home on WEDNESDAY, January 11th to discuss possible programs   EVERYONE IS WELCOME

    •Michael Juric , who is chairing the Scholarship Committee this year, indicated that he is looking for Team members to assist in the screening of potential scholarship recipients.

    •MARCH 25th has been selected as the day for our ANNIVERSARY PARTY!  Details to follow, but it will be held at Staubli, and themed dress will be encouraged!

    •With Catherine still out for a while, Brian is asking that members volunteer to be SECRETARY for the day (through the end of January) – please contact Brian if you are interested!

    •JB made an announcement about “Waste Less Windsor” where he suggested that we reduce trash, encourage switching to and use of compostible containers, as well as returning the plastic bags that you are not using to the grocery store. 

    •Chris Landwehr requested that members find replacements when they are unable to do their weekly chore for the club!

    CELEBRATIONS and ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    •Michael Juric announced that he is celebrating the “30th anniversary of his 40th birthday” on January 7th. 

    •Bill Bolster publicly thanked JB for all his effort with putting together wonderful programs over the last several years!!

    •Diane Brabetz mentioned that she put out a Salvation Army can at her office in the name of (past Rotarian and “Santa”)  Dick Bishop.  She mentioned that her company was able to raise $1000!!

    SPEAKER

    JB introduced our speaker, STEVEN CAMPBELL, who was familiar with the Windsor Club, having spoke to us four years ago!!  He is an author, speaker, and mentor with a BA in Zoology and MA in information technology. He mentioned that his early history included teaching.  He made note that he had been asked to teach math at one point, but doubted that he would be successful.  He felt that his success in teaching math, despite his reticence, was due to the fact that he was able to change his self-talk about his “negative sense of his capacity” He has been a professional motivational speaker for over 30 years, and has published three books.

    He highlighted how we can create new ways of thinking by changing negative messaging to positive affirmations. He made note that much of individual say to themselves on a regular basis is negative, which further encourages individuals be believe what they are telling themselves.  He is a firm believer in the power of changing one’s self talk in order to self improve. He encouraged people to start replacing negative self talk in order to activate change.  He suggested that we break our perspective into three time frames – the PAST (which we can’t do anything about), the PRESENT, and the FUTURE.  He also suggested that as you are approaching goals, one should acknowledge that the only time frame within which you have control is the PRESENT.  A successful present, will open the door to having impact on the FUTURE!

    Mr. Campbell encouraged the audience to take what you want to be your future, and speak of it in the PRESENT tense.  Live your life as though you had already met that particular goal (loss of weight, a new job, etc.).  When you do something very well, and are acknowledged for your accomplishment, embrace the compliment rather than have it “fall to the floor!”  Respond to compliments with “Thanks, I know!” Your brain will respond and, eventually, your “negative wires” will respond with “of course you did a great job!  This is LEARNED OPTIMISM.

    It was noted that the brain doesn’t have a sense of time, so when you “blow it,”  the brain will cluster all the crummy things that you have done into one pile of “dumb things.” It is incumbent upon each individual to unravel that mess, and give yourself permission to acknowledge that you could have done better, forgive yourself and move on!  the brain needs reinforcement!! 

    REMEMBER, Failure doesn’t equate to being a failure!

    Steven suggested that we create personal affirmations which are reviewed EVERY MORNING that:

    • Need to be YOURS (not told to you by someone else),
    • Need to be short
    • Need to be acheivable
    • Need not be shared with anyone and
    • Need to be so EXCITING that you can’t wait to get there!

    The meeting closed with Brian telling the club that he is so proud of all the things that we are doing and  we reminded them that we are kicking off the second half of the year with a TON of opportunities for members…the District Assembly, The District Conference (in Lake County) and the International Convention in Australia, Increased opportunities to serve both locally and internationally – not to mention our mini -fundraiser on February 4th and the 35th Anniversary party on March 25th.

    He thanked the members who assisted this week with Set-up ( Brian), Greeter (Doug), the song (Heather), the scribe (Pam) the Inspiration (Renee) and our guests!  He reminded us that Domingo is still looking for jobs to raise money to go see his girlfriend and encouraged us to “be ourselves, be great Rotarians!”

    Meeting bell rang at 8:31am.

    Respectfully submitted,

    Pam Moulton

    COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) UPDATE…..
                                                                                                                
    01/03/23
     
     NEWS:         

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!   HOPE THIS FINDS YOU AND YOURS HEALTHY AND WELL!
                             
    NEW OMICRON VARIANT (XBB1.5) HAS DEVELOPED AND IS HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS!  Cases from this new variant have risen from 4% to over 41% during the month of December.  It has the potential to drive a new surge of disease  – it is the result of 2 variants coming together and forming a new virus.   This mutation is clearly allowing the virus to spread better and is of concern to virologists and specialists in infectious disease.  So, three years into the pandemic, COVID-19 remains stubborn and persists.
     
    Added to this, we are continuing to see infections from the Flu and RSV.    All of this is contributing to increased hospital admissions, ER Visits and Drs’ office full of ill and contagious individuals.    PLEASE GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE BREATHING, PERSISTENT PAIN OR PRESSURE IN YOUR CHEST, CONFUSION, INABILITY TO WAKE OR STAY AWAKE , AND IF YOUR SKIN BECOMES BLUISH IN COLOR.   This can mean you are not getting proper oxygen, could be signs of a heart attack or even pneumonia.     If you have cold or flu type symptoms, stay home, drink plenty of fluids, use a cool mist humidifier, prop yourself up on pillows when sleeping, rest and sleep as much as you can and treat your symptoms.  Contact your physician if your symptoms worsen or you have any of the above serious symptoms.
     
    SONOMA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH CONTINUES TO ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO WEAR A MASK IN INDOOR PUBLIC PLACES AGAIN.  ENSURE YOUR MASK PROVIDES THE BEST FIT AND FILTRATION SUCH AS THE N95, KN95  OR KN94 MASKS.
     
    COVID UPDATE:
                    
    Total Cases:     

    112,350 (last week 111,885)           Recovered:  110,746   (last week 110,073)             Active Cases: 1073 (last week 1284)        
     
    Deaths:                

    531   (last week 528)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
     
    Hospitalized:   46 confirmed cases and 2 in the ICU      (last week  39 confirmed and 6 in the ICU)
     
    Vaccination information….  As of January 1st,  2023,   1,266,719 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,264,049).     We only have 79%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    Have you had your COVID booster and your Flu vaccine?   If not, consider making that appointment now.   

    MASKS:             

    Masks, although optional most places, are being encouraged during this season of increase COVID, the Flu and RSV.   Public Health is encouraging the use of masks again in indoor settings and especially in crowded situations or around anyone who is medically fragile.    The “triplex” or “tridemic” of viruses in our County are causing sickness with increased hospitalizations and ICU stays.      As stated, be sure to use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF 94 as paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective.

    TESTING:  

    Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
     
    Please realize that COVID-19 is still out there, as is the Flu and RSV and just be careful around crowds or others that appear ill.    Carry a mask with you in case you need it ……  Infections are still prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.    Practice good infection control and stay safe and protect our youngest citizens! 
     
    Fondly,
    Di

  • 2022-12-20 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-12-20 Meeting Bulletin

    Stefan’s Story

    Pledge of Allegiance by Art Diaz (nice to see him)
    Inspiration by Maureen Merrill:  Joy is whatever that is happening at the moment minus your opinion of it!
    Song and English lesson: Bill Arnone   To Troll is to Sing. We trolled, “Deck the Halls”Guests:
    -Our wonderful Domingo, who is now the under the legal guardianship of Renee, which will enable him to start an application for a green card!  Yay!
    -Pegi Ball introduced culinary students Vanessa and Monica who baked cookies to raise funds for an Italian trip.
    -Our exchange student and speaker was Stefan!
     
    This was a big week for our club:
    –        We collected almost $600 for our weekly server, Janet.
    –        Pegi Ball organized and cooked a delicious lunch for the residents of Bell Manor, and lots of Rotarians showed up to help serve!
    –        Mike and Maureen Merrill hosted a delightful holiday party (with Pegi in the kitchen again!)
    –        Bill Bolster led the ringing of the Salvation Army bells who raised about $1400.  Thank you to Jo Timmsen, Mitch Grande, Pam Moulton, Tom Boylan, Sandie Krutz, Wally Krutz, Gabi Serafim, Stefan Neuber, Sue Nelson, John Nelson, Leah Hansen, Kurt Mitchler, Doug Williams, Pegi Ball, Brian Ling, and Jen Senkocoski for ringing the bell for charity
    –        Larry McCabe reported that the Windsor Food and Toy Drive was a terrific success with about 270 families receiving food and over 800 children receiving a toy.  This was an incredible joint effort of service groups (Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions, Masons, Soroptimists, Odd Fellows) Police, Sonoma Fire, Churches (Presbyterian, LDS, Catholic) High School Leadership, Key and Soroptimist, Chamber of Commerce, Grocery Outlet and other Windsor businesses, C*Star, Grange and community members.  Thank you to all who helped donate, buy, wrap and distribute.  Special thanks to Carol and JB for their website and accounting help and Monica for lots of general work.

    Coming up in 2023
                   NYE Windsor Chamber, Comedy Night at Mary Agatha Furth
                   January 31st is a 5th Tuesday, Rumor of a bowling night is afloat
                   February 4  – Monte Carl Night fundraiser (organized by Londa)
                   Environmental Governor’s Citation Award : Barbara reminds us that Kurt has information on pollinators, and that every act of green living counts.  Put a ticket in the box if you are making changes!
     
    We are dark next Tuesday, December 27th.  Have a good holiday!

    Presentation: Stefan

    Stefan, a German citizen, from outside the town of Halle, waited two years to come to Windsor via Rotary because of Covid.  He has two younger brothers.   This guy is trying all sorts of activities!  He even tried American Football (with no previous experience) and ran Cross Country. 

    What does Stefan enjoy?  Sports, Cross Country, Reading, Table Tennis, Chess, Travel, Coding, Accordion, Family and Friends, food and especially pasta, & watermelon!

    Stefan has entered coding competitions and has built a robot.  (He came in 3rd of 2 competitors, he jokes).
    He won a prestigious German High School competition that garnered him a trip to Silicon Valley!  He has won Pirate Pitch for an app called MatheX, a speech based math application for elementary school children.

    He won a Big Idea Competition and recently won our local Congressional District App competition which will mean he will be going to Washington, D.C.!  And he hinted at another competition coming up! 
    He is very grateful to Barbara McChesney and David Doht, and Heather and Reg Cullen for hosting him so far!. 

    Stefan says “an exchange year is not a year in a life, but a life in a year.”

    We will be hearing about this young man in the future!
     
    Thanks to
    Set up: JB Leep,  Kurt Mitchler, Bill Conklin , Larry McCabe
    Greeter: Pegi Ball
     
     
    Submitted,
    Monica McCabe
    Scribe

  • 2022-12-13 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-12-13 Meeting Bulletin

    2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference with Santar Rosay Outgoing Mayor, Chris Rogers

    A. Good morning Rotary Club of Windsor by President Brian Ling
    B. Pledge of Allegiance led by Dennis Wilkinson
    C. Inspiration presented by Sandi Kurtz

    D. Song led by Susan Cole Jingle Bells
    E. Visiting Rotarians-Dennis Wilkinson, Rob and Don from Santa Rosa Sunrise
    F. Guest: Domingo, Chris Rogers, Debra Fudge, Ephram Cullen, Loren Haul

    G. Upcoming Events and Announcements

    • Pass the hat for our server Janet
    • Seniors Lunch at Bell Village 11:00 today Volunteers needed
    • Bell Ringers needed ,sign up sheet going around
    • Windsor Food and Toy Drive, joint project with Windsor Service Clubs Larry and Monica McCabe to chair the committee.December 16 & 17. Volunteers are needed
    • Club Holiday Party Friday December 16
    • Monte Carlo Night February 4, more volunteers are needed for the committee.
    • Windsor High School needs Volunteers for Senior Project Night PLEASE SIGN UP TO BE A PANELIST FOR OUR SENIOR PROJECT PRESENTATIONS, 4/19/23 @5:30pm
    • Community Panelist Sign
    • Environmental Gov Citation Awards for December : Sue Nelson, Ed Turner, Mike Merrill. This month emphasis pollinators and biodiversity

    H. Paul Harris Recognitions awards presented by John to Bill Bolster, Sandi Kurtz, and John LeCave.

    I. Guest Presentation: Chris Rogers, the outgoing Mayor of Santa Rosa,, gave us a review of what he learned during his first panel appearance at the The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, more commonly referred to as COP27, it was held from 6th -20th November in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Rogers, who serves on the board of Sonoma Clean Power, discussed how the public electric provider is supporting efforts to curb carbon emissions tied to the North Coast. 
    Chris told us what went on at the conference, and current activities towards taking care of the climate and environment in Sonoma County and other areas around the globe. Emphasis was on Ocean health.

    J. Thank you to our guest and volunteers:
    Set/up :JB, Kurt, Bill
    Greeter: Doug
    Song: Susan Cole
    Scribe: Kathy
    Inspiration: Sandi
    Guests:Domingo, Dennis Wilkinson

    K. Closing Comments and adjourn

    • Thank You to the speaker

    Latest update from your Rotary Nurse……
     
     COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) UPDATE…..
                                                                                                                
    12/13/22
     
    NEWS:           

    COUNTY HEALTH LEADERS MEETING WITH OTHERS AROUND THE NORTH BAY TO DECIDE ON WHETHER MASKING SHOULD BE MANDATED AGAIN.   BECAUSE WE ARE SEEING AN INCREASE IN COVID AGAIN, A FLU SURGE AND RSV, HEALTH OFFICIALS ARE WORRIED ABOUT THE IMPACT ON MEDICAL SERVICES AND HOSPITALS!    Please be cautious –   stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, get tested if you have symptoms, wear a mask if you have symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 and wear a mask on any public transportation are the suggestions from Sonoma County Public Health.   Be sure to cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze, don’t share personal items, wash your hands often, protect others and stay home if you have a fever and get your Flu shot!  
     
    COVID UPDATE:
                    
    Total Cases:     

    110,829 (last week 110,326)           Recovered:  109,196   (last week 108,879)             Active Cases: 1107 (last week 924)        
     
    Deaths:                

    523   (last week 523)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
     
    Hospitalized:    

    43 confirmed cases and 4 in the ICU      (last week  41 confirmed and 1 in the ICU)
     
    Vaccination information….  As of December 11th,  2022,   1,253,638 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,246,695).     We only have 79%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    It is hoped that more people will consider getting vaccinated with the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters and obtain their Flu vaccine also.   

    MASKS:             

    Masks, although optional most places, are being encouraged during this season of increase COVID, the Flu and RSV.   The “triplex” or “tridemic” of viruses are in our County and causing much sickness and illness with increased hospitalizations and ICU stays.     Consider where you are going, what you are doing and the crowds you will be in and always have a good face covering with you.   Use it to stop the spread of these viruses.  

    Protect yourselves and others during our winter months from the Tri-demic!   Use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF 94 as paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective.
    If you have any problems finding these, I do have them available at my office.   They are especially critical to use when traveling.   The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.     In the health care field we are being told that COVID infections are here to stay;   just like the flu each year, we will need to get a booster to stay well and keep our chances of getting sick minimal!    But the Flu and RSV are causing concerns.

    TESTING:  

    Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
     
    Enjoy life, but practice caution during our winter months so you do not become infected or infect someone else.stay well and take care of yourself.    Carry a mask with you in case you need it ……  Infections are still prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.    Practice good infection control and stay safe and protect our youngest citizens! 
     
    Fondly,
    Di

  • 2022-12-06 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-12-06 Meeting Bulletin

    Court Appointed Special Advocates

    Good morning Rotary Club of Windsor!
    Pledge of Allegiance led by Michael Juric
    Inspiration offered by Renee:

    “One of the marvelous things about Community is
    that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn’t as
    individuals”-Jean Vanier
    And
    “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller
    Song, Ol’ Blue Eyes Bolster led us in singing “Let it Rain.”
    Guests: Larry McCabe invited Perry Austin, recently retired from Rayley’s and a
    former member of Rotary. Welcome, Perry!

    Domingo has two more weeks of school and then is available for small jobs. He is
    earning money to go and see his girlfriend in Costa Rica. She loves him. He loves
    her. She misses him. He misses her. Contact Domingo if you have some work!
    Sandie Kurtz has some suggested ideas for “field trips” with the exchange
    students Stefon and Gabi. Check with her if you can help!

    President Brian put out one more plea for members to consider having an
    exchange student in their homes next year. If we don’t get volunteers to host a
    student for 3-4 months we won’t be able to send a child abroad.

    Upcoming Events/Announcements:

    -Bill Bolster is looking for Bell Ringers for the Salvation Army holiday buckets! Two
    hour slots are available!
    – Tuesday December 13 th : bring an unwrapped toy to Rotary for the Food and Toy
    Drive.
    -Tuesday December 13 th : Help serve lunch at the Bell Manor. Pegi Ball is leading
    the event, back by popular demand after Covid. She needs help from 11:30 on to
    brighten the residents’ holiday!
    -Friday December 16 th :Club Holiday Party at Maureen and Mike Merrill’s! Sign up
    to bring an appetizer or a dessert. Party starts at 6 , with some discussion as to
    when it is over.

    Saturday December 17th: Windsor Food and Toy Drive give away!! Larry McCabe
    has been working hard on this big event! Please bring an unwrapped toy to the
    Rotary meeting next Tuesday December 13 th . Check out

    Windsorfoodandtoydrive.comto sign up to donate (toys, food, money) and we
    can use some help at the day of the event – especially in strike down and clean up
    (starting at 2:00pm). Don’t leave Larry sweeping the gym at Cali Calmecac in the
    dark!
    January 31 st is a 5 th Tuesday.
    February 4 th , 7-10pm. Monte Carlo night fundraiser. Londa is heading this fun
    fundraiser! It will be at the Community Store area in Raleys. With a James Bond
    theme it should be lots of fun!

    District Conference Entertainment alert: Michael Juric is throwing down a
    challenge to the Windsor Rotarians to sharpen their lip-syncing skills. “Windsor
    always wins,” said Jennifer Jones. The conference will be the first weekend in
    May in Cotati.

    Environmental Governors Citation Award Challenge: Barbara McChesney still has
    the movie “Micro Plastic Madness” on single use plastics available for those who
    would like to see it. Kurt Mitchler announced the December challenge which is in
    regard to biodiversity and pollenators. Learn more about the ESRAG biodiversity
    program at https://esrag.org/pollnators/ and https//dailyacts.org. Consider
    planting flowers that bloom in the winter as well as plants such as lemons,
    peppers, milkweed and more. Submit your monthly report and pictures to
    https://www.rotary5130.org/environmental-service/

    Speaker of the Day: Heloisa Heinen from Court Appointed Special Advocates
    (CASA). Ms. Heinen described a volunteer program that seeks to enlist a
    common thread for children in foster care. The purpose of CASA is to humanize
    the complex child welfare system for the child victim by providing a trained
    volunteer who will act as a consistent role model, advocate and potential life long
    connection. Ms. Heinen can be contacted at heloisaheinen@sonomacasa.org.
    Her description of the need of these children and value of the program was quite
    moving and elicited a lot of thoughtful questions from the club members.

    Thank you to our guests and volunteers:
    Set up: Dave, Beth
    Greeter: Doug
    Song: Bill Blue Eyes
    Scribe: Monica
    Inspiration: Renee
    Guests: Perry Austin, Heloisa Heinen

    COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) UPDATE…..
                                                                                                                
    12/06/22
     
     NEWS:            

    FLU SURGE HAS HIT SONOMA COUNTY!  YEARLY OUTBREAKS OF SEASONAL FLU COMMONLY OCCUR IN THE FALL BUT IT IS A SERIOUS CONTAGIOUS DISEASE.   FLU LEADS TO LOST DAYS OF WORK AND SCHOOL, HOSPITALIZATIONS AND EVEN DEATHS.  Sonoma County Drs are concerned about the spike in local Flu, RSV rates and COVID-19.    All three of these are on the rise in our community.    Please be cautious –   cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze, don’t share personal items, wash your hands often, protect others and stay home if you have a fever and get your Flu shot!
     
     Flu vaccines have been mandated by Sonoma County Public Health this year for all health care workers as this has become critical to protect our very vulnerable populations.  Healthcare workers are now mandated to have a Flu shot in order to try and minimize the spread of a communicable disease.    Anyone 6 months of age or older is encouraged to get a Flu vaccine as soon as you can. 
     
    COVID cases has also increased and are impacting our Emergency Rooms and hospitals.  
     
     
    COVID UPDATE:
                    
    Total Cases:     

    110,326 (as of 11/15 109,189)           Recovered:  108,879   (as of 11/15 108,151)             Active Cases: 924 (as of 11/15 515)        
     
    Deaths:                

    523   (as of 11/15 523)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
     
    Hospitalized:    

    41 confirmed cases and 1 in the ICU      (as of 11/15 – 14 confirmed and 1 in the ICU)
     
    Vaccination information…. 

    As of December 4th,  2022,   1,246,695 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (as of 11/15 1,228,865).     We only have 79%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    It is hoped that more people will consider getting vaccinated with the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters and obtain their Flu vaccine also.   

    MASKS:             

    Masks, although optional most places, still are required some places and should be considered if you are in crowds with people sneezing and coughing.   With all of the flu, RSV and increased numbers of COVID, it is important for all of us to protect ourselves and others during our winter months from the Tri-demic!   Use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF 94 as paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective.

    If you have any problems finding these, I do have them available at my office.   They are especially critical to use when traveling.   The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.     In the health care field we are being told that COVID infections are here to stay;   just like the flu each year, we will need to get a booster to stay well and keep our chances of getting sick minimal!    But the Flu and RSV are causing concerns.

    TESTING:  

    Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
     
    Enjoy life, stay well and take care of yourself.   

    Carry a mask with you in case you need it ……  Infections are still prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.    Practice good infection control and stay safe and protect our youngest citizens! 

  • 2022-11-22 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-11-22 Meeting Bulletin

    Wally Krutz explains the Grand Jury
    and a Craft Talk by Geoff Harrison

  • 2022-11-15 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-11-15 Meeting Bulletin

    Jim Wood

    Rotary Club of Windsor – Meeting Agenda                   

    President Brian called the meeting to order at 7:30 AM.

    Pledge of Allegiance was led by Wally Krutz.

    Londa Faber offered our inspiration for the day.

    Sandie Krutz stepped in quickly for an absent Bill Arnone,  leading us in “God Bless America” (our go-to song, which we execute nicely).

    Guests of Rotarians were our Youth Exchange students:  Domingo, from Chile, our long-term son, staying with Renee Hyde; Gabi, from Brazil, staying with Brian and Jamie Williams; and Stefon, from Germany, staying with Heather Cullen.

    Gabi announced that the Youth Exchange students were fundraising for the Western Safari trip, which takes place in the spring.  She and Stefon had cookies for sale with any amount Rotarians want to contribute to their fundraising.   They are also producing a film, taking Windsor from 1850 to now at which they will be offering popcorn and candies for sale, also to raise funds for their spring trip.

    Gabi and Stefon are also going to offer themed dinners from their home countries (Brazil and Germany) which will be auctioned off to Rotarians.

    Stefon had another announcement:  he is in a national competition for a high school start-up project, which will be live-streamed Friday, November 18 at 2:45 PM our time.   His project is an application he has developed for elementary students to assist them in math.  Stefon is the only student representing the entire western United States.   Rotarians are encouraged to sign on to the live-streamed event to hear and see Stefon’s project and to vote for him at 3:00 PM.  Wally Krutz will send the link to the live stream.

    Sue Nelson announced that Friday, Nov. 18, there will be a work project on the drought-resistant garden development at the Windsor fire station at Hembree and Old Redwood.   Work will take place between 10AM and 2 PM.  This is the hands-on portion of the project that our Club supported financially last Rotary year as a major project.

    Sue also announced that a sign-up sheet was circulating to participate in “Shark Tank” pitches from Windsor High School students.  They are presenting interesting and creative ideas with great enthusiasm.  This is a great effort and so much fun!   Sign up to be a Shark Tank judge

    Larry McCabe announced the Winter Holiday Show at Windsor High School at which we will distribute toys and food.  Also, Saturday, December 17 we will again participate with other local non-profits in the Windsor Food and Toy Drive.  Volunteers are needed to wrap presents, sort food, and give the food and gifts away.  Sign up clip board circulating for volunteers.   This is a continuing project in which we have been lead non-profit involved.

    Sandie Krutz thanked Mitch, Dev, and Jeff for volunteering at the open house for the Windsor Art Project in Raley’s.  This was our District Grant project and these folks contributed their time to work, sort  and hang art from the community to be displayed in this special area in Raley’s.

    President Brian announced that Friday, Dec. 16 is our Rotary Holiday party.  We will be dark on Tuesday, November 29.

    Barbara McChesney let us know about the film “Microplastic Madness” being shown at Summerfield Cinema in Santa Rosa on November 30 at 7 PM.   There will be an environmental fair in advance of the movie, with Alyssa and JB Leep greeting folks and introducing the film.  It is an uplifting and inspiring movie about children in New York taking on the major challenges of plastics and recycling.

    Wally Krutz announced that the Family Justice Center, which assists families affected by domestic violence and child abuse, is holding a rare open house.   See Wally if you would like to know more about the Family Justice Center in Santa Rosa.   It is an important and valuable resource in our community, for both children and families affected by violence.

    President Brian announced that Feb. 4 is going to be a Monte Carlo night fundraiser for our club.   More info to come.

    This year’s Rotary District Conference will be held the first weekend in May in Lake County.  There will be a lip sync contest!  Past President Maureen let us know that our club won the Academy Award for the District Conference lip sync contest held in 2004-2005 in Santa Rosa.  Michael Juric (our own dancer extraordinaire) will have more info on this contest and how we might choose to participate.  Can our Club bring home a second Oscar???

    Our guest speaker today was Assembly Member Jim Wood.  Jim was a 27-year Rotarian in Cloverdale.  He now lives in Healdsburg and represents our District 2 in the State Assembly.  District 2 is large – ranging from Petaluma up the coast to the Oregon border.   Jim gave an interesting presentation on his activities in Sacramento, which generated many questions from our audience.

    At the meeting’s end, President Brian offered complimentary memorial remarks about Bill Fisher, Charter President of Santa Rosa West Rotary Club.  Jim was the reason that Brian is in Rotary today – an inspiring and wonderful Rotarian who truly lived the spirit of Service Above Self.  Brian was leaving to attend the funeral service for Bill, a real loss to the Rotary world.

    Brian offered thanks to everyone who participates in making our Rotary meetings run smoothly:

    Setup/Bill & Brian

    • Greeter/Mike Ragsdale
    • Song/Sandie Krutz
    • Scribe/Susan Cole
    • Inspiration/Londa Faber

    Latest Update on COVID, Flu and RSV from your Rotary Nurse….
     
     COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) UPDATE…..
                                                                                                                
    11/15/22
     
     NEWS:             

    STATE OF CALIFORNIA REPORTS FIRST PEDIATRIC DEATH FROM RSV AND FLU!   The California Department of Health has reported the child’s death who was under age 5 but no other details were released to protect the family’s privacy.    In a statement, the California Department of Health Director, Dr. Tomas Aragon said   “This tragic event serves as a stark reminder that respiratory viruses can be deadly, especially in very young children and infants. 

    We are entering a busy winter virus season – and urge parents and guardians to vaccinate their children as soon as possible against Flu and VOVID-19.   It’s also important to follow basic prevention tips like frequent hand washing, wearing a mask, and staying home when sick to slow the spread of germs.”   

    Health officials in California are warning families to really take precautions against the Flu and RSV – avoid having young children in crowds especially during this Holiday seasoning.    Avoid people and family that are sick and ensure that all boosters are current.  Diseases that cause a cold in an adult can be life threatening to a young child or infant!
     
     Moderna study recently demonstrated that the new booster does up the body’s defenses again Omnicron and COVID subvariants!  Pfizer has released similar findings to their new booster.   But we are also finding that this virus replicates so quickly and as Federal officials have said “ we empathize the problem in chasing a virus that invents new defenses against immunization faster that the vaccine manufacturers can design and produce modified shots”.
     
    COVID UPDATE:
                    
    Total Cases:     

    109,189 (last week 108,879)           Recovered:  108,151   (last week 107,843)             Active Cases: 515 (last week 513)        
     
    Deaths:                

    523   (last week 523)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
     
    Hospitalized:    

    14 confirmed cases and 1 in the ICU      (lastweek 20 confirmed and 2 in the ICU)
     
    Vaccination information…. 

    As of November 13th,  2022,   1,228,865 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,219,622).     We only have 79%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    It is hoped that more people will consider getting vaccinated with the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters.   

    MASKS:             

    Masks, although optional most places, still are required some places and should be considered if you are in crowds with people sneezing and coughing.   Protect yourself and others during our winter months from the Tri-demic!   Paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective so use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF94.    I have these if you need them and they are especially effective when traveling.   The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.     

    In the health care field we are being told that COVID infections are here to stay;   just like the flu each year, we will need to get a booster to stay well and keep our chances of getting sick minimal!    But the Flu and RSV are causing concerns.

    TESTING:  

    Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    

    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
     
    Enjoy life, stay well and take care of yourself.    Carry a mask with you in case you need it ……  Infections are still prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.    Practice good infection control and stay safe and protect our youngest citizens! 
     
    Fondly,
    Di

  • 2022-11-08 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-11-08 Meeting Bulletin

    Sonoma Water and What you Can Do

    A. Good morning Rotary Club of Windsor by President Brian Ling
    B. Pledge of Allegiance led by John
    C. Inspiration presented by Maureen – quote from Teddy Roosevelt “It is not the critic who counts, not the one who points out how the strong man stumbled or how the doer of deeds might have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred with sweat and dust and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, and spends himself in a worthy cause; who, if he wins, knows the triumph of high achievement; and who, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.”
    D. Song led by Susan Cole Four Seasons- Working my Way Back to You
    E. Visiting Rotarians–
    F. Guest: Former exchange student from 2013 Kani and her mother, Marite from Chile and also Domingo from Chile. Current exchange student Stefan from Germany. .

    G. Upcoming Events and Announcement:

    • Carol shared that the Saturday November 5, 11-2 Veterans Day Club Service Event at Nations Finest 9500 Oak Park Street In honor of Veterans Day and those living in the community, The bagpipe band and luncheon was a great success and a whole lot of fun. It was attended by many Rotarians
    • The first work day for the Sonoma County Fire District (SCFD) Demonstration Garden, which received substantial funding from the Rotary Club of Windsor, will be on Friday, October 28th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.  The project is being coordinated and carried out by Battalion Chief Cyndi Foreman and her committee of dedicated volunteer participants.  Work will involve installation of landscape plant materials, the irrigation system and other associated features.  Windsor Rotarians are enthusiastically invited to take hands-on role in this project. The location is SCFD Station 1, 8200 Old Redwood Highway (corner of Hembree Lane and Old Redwood Highway).  Kindly send an email to Sue Nelson (jsneslon1@comcast.net) and she will coordinate with Chief Foreman to provide lunch for all Rotarian workers.
    • Ken Moulton Leadership Academy November 18-19 8:30-5 at SRJC, sign up 10/31. See district web page.
    • Windsor Food and Toy Drive, joint project with Windsor Service Clubs Larry and Monica McCabe to chair the committee.December 16 & 17. Volunteers will be needed
    • Club Holiday Party Friday December 16
    • Monte Carlo Night February 4, more volunteers are needed for the committee.
    • Windsor High School needs Volunteers for Senior Project Night PLEASE SIGN UP TO BE A PANELIST FOR OUR SENIOR PROJECT PRESENTATIONS, 4/19/23 @5:30pm
    • Community Panelist Sign Up Form
    • Dark on 5th Tuesday November 29
    • Wally Kurtz announce an upcoming tour of the Family Justice Center. It will be on a Friday at 3:30 date TBD
    • November 17&18 The History of Windsor Musical . Need to have a Rotary info booth in the lobby. Gabi and Stefan will sell baked goods to raise money for their West Coast
    • WHS Zin Release and Shark Tank event Sunday November 13 , noon to 2:00pm Taft Street Winery, 2030 Barlow Lane, Sebastopol Guy Fiere will be there.
    • Wednesday November 30 at Summerfield Theater movie about Micoplastics.

    H. Greg Mortenson presented a slide show about Becka our current exchange student to Sweden

    I. Guest Presentation: Lauren Lum from Sonoma Water presented an interesting and informative talk on the current status of water and drought conditions in Sonoma County

    J. Thank you to our guest and volunteers :
    Set/up :Beth and Daniel
    Greeter Chief Raasch
    Song: Susan Cole
    Scribe: Kathy
    Inspiration: Maureen
    Guests: Lauren Lum, Kani, Marite, Domingo, Stefan

    K. Closing Comments and adjourn

    • Thank You to the speaker

    Latest info on COVID, Flu and RSV from your Rotary Nurse….
     
    Hi All……
     
    Starting this week, I will be adding information on the Flu and RSV which is at alarming rates and coupled with COVID causing concern…..
     
     
     COVID, Flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) UPDATE…..
                                                                                                                
    11/08/22
     
    NEWS:              

    A POTENIALLY DANGEROUS RESPIRATORY VIRUS IS SPREADING AMONG YOUNG CHILDREN IN SONOMA COUNTY BUT ALSO MAKING ADULTS SICK.   Coupled with the anticipated Flu surge and continual COVID exposure, health experts are quite concerned about the triple epidemic.   The nation’s health experts are worried about these respiratory viruses accelerating and out numbering our health resources.  This “Triple Threat” as they are calling it can leave many residents with lung inflammation that leaves them short of breath and in need of emergency medical attention, thereby impacting our ER’s and hospital resources.   They worry about our health care professionals who are already burned out from the COVID pandemic leaving health care …..
     
     Get your flu shot, stay updated on your COVID boosters and take precautions if you are sick.   7% of ER visits in one week (up from 6% the previous week) have been from flu type symptoms while COVID visits have dropped to only 3%.    But we also continue to see new COVID variants.     It is hitting schools (in some schools half the student body has been out) and unfortunately we are seeing babies and toddlers being seen in ER’s and Urgent Care who cannot breathe and need treatments.   Take care to stay healthy, avoid crowds and do not expose others if you are not feeling well. 
     
    Total Cases:     

    108,879 (last reported was 107,979)          

    Recovered:  107,843   (last reported was 106,723)            

    Active Cases: 

    513 (last reported was 738)        
     
    Deaths:                

    523   (last reported was 518)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
     
    Hospitalized:    20 confirmed cases and 2 in the ICU      (last reported was 20 confirmed and 2 in the ICU)
     
    Vaccination information….  As of November 6th,  2022,   1,219,622 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last reported was 1,175,751).     We only have 79%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    It is hoped that more people will consider getting vaccinated with the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters.   

    MASKS:            

     Masks, although optional most places, still are required some places and should be considered if you are in crowds with people sneezing and coughing.   Protect yourself and others during our winter months from the Tri-demic!   Paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective so use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF94.    I have these if you need them and they are especially effective when traveling.   The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.     

    In the health care field we are being told that COVID infections are here to stay;   just like the flu each year, we will need to get a booster to stay well and keep our chances of getting sick minimal!    But the Flu and RSV are causing concerns.

    TESTING:  

    Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
     
    Enjoy life, stay well and take care of yourself.   

    Carry a mask with you in case you need it ……  Infections are still prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.    Practice good infection control and stay safe! 
     
    Fondly,
    Di