RM Rotary International
Rotary International has a new presence in Rancho Murieta. The local club joins a family of dedicated community-oriented volunteers throughout the nation and the world, with 1.2 million members in over 200 countries. Our club dedicates a majority of its fund-raising efforts toward improving the Rancho Murieta community.
Rotary is open to adults of all ages, incomes and interests. All that’s required is a curiosity and the desire to serve. And while we are a very enthusiastic group, we could sure use some additional members!
Our meetings are Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at Rancho Murieta Country Club. We'd love to have you as our guest. You’ll be most welcome!
Rotary welcomes new members, hears Eagle Scout presentation
Published August 27, 2010Dear Rotary Guests/Friends/Prospective Members and Members,
Last week our two guest speakers Todd Brown and David Ward,discussed their company-- Rancho Murieta Carts (RMC), and shared with us their (very interesting and varied) backgrounds, gave us information about their company, and discussed with us which golf carts appear to be “best buys” both new and used. We are lucky to have them and the service they provide in our wonderful community. Read more »
Rotary Club speakers in the next month
Published July 19, 2010The RM Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at 7:00pm at the RM Country Club. In the near future we have planned:
July 21 Andrew Hughan ~ who just spent a year working in Afghanistan and who has lots to share. He is a member of the RM Rotary Club.
July 28 Lucille Carter ~ from Carter Country Travel will tell us why we should still use a travel agent.
Aug 18 Dave Ward and Todd Brown ~ from RM Carts will speak to us about golf cart repairs, batteries, parts and accessories. Their business is located in the main hangar at the RM Airport.
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Meet 'The Pauper Who Helped Save a President'
Published May 21, 2010
Ready to get an evening of real and little known history?
LCDR Ted Robinson, USNR, the service person who rescued John F. Kennedy after his PT109 was sunk in World War II, will share his story and insight about the young John F. Kennedy at the Rotary meeting 7 pm Wednesday at the Country Club.
Robinson has written "Water in My Veins: The Pauper Who Helped Save a President," his account of rescuing Kennedy and sharing a tent with the future president. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
This special event is being staged by the Rotary and the Country Club. There is no charge, but reservations are required to assist in planning. Please call Cheryl at 354-3400 for reservations.
The winner of the Rotary's $2,000 travel voucher is...
Published April 16, 2010The Rotary Club of Rancho Murieta held its Raffle Drawing for a $2000 voucher for travel to Ireland, Great Britain, Scotland, or Italy on Thursday April 15th at the Country Club 19th Hole. Congratulations to Wendy Feldman, winner of this great vacation prize. Thanks to all in our community that supported the raffle, after cost the net income for Youth and Community Programs was $1980, bringing our Youth and Community Service funding for next year to $3980, which will fund all the 2010-2011 youth programs.
The funds raised from last year’s St. Paddy’s Day Event in 2009 are announced below: Read more »
SMUD rep Nancy Bui to address Rotary
Published April 8, 2010Nancy Bui, our SMUD representative, will be speaking at the next RM Rotary meeting, April 14 at 7.00 pm at the Country Club. Ms. Bui will be giving a short talk then will be answering questions. She also will be bringing an expert on "smart meters" to the meeting as well. These "smart meters" are being tested here in RM for eventual use through out the SMUD area. All residents of RM are invited.
Rotary open house Feb. 24
Published February 14, 2010The Rotary Club is holding an open house Wednesday, Feb. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Rancho Murieta Country Club in the Terrace Room. Residents are invited to attend and learn about the club and receive an update on the building of the new Cosumnes River Elementary School. The Perez Trio will provide entertainment and desserts will be served.
RM Rotary makes top 10 in holiday kettle collections
Published February 6, 2010The Rotary Club of Rancho Murieta has just received confirmation that we made the Salvation Army "Volunteer Service Clubs Top Ten 2009 Kettle Program" List.
We rated #7 this year with $1,570.96 in contributions. If you recall, we only rang for 3 hours on three days during the holidays...this means that our generous community provided $174.55 every hour that we rang the bell!
Thank you to all that donated time, thank you to the Plaza Market for allowing us to share space, and most of all thank you to the Rancho Murieta Community for the generous giving that defines our citizens.
Next year, let's get to the top!!!!
The Top Ten Contributing Service Clubs in the Sacramento Area were: Read more »
Join the fun and help light the Rotary's luminaries
Published December 18, 2009On Christmas Eve (weather permitting), the Rotary Club and community volunteers will place luminaries on both North and South Murieta Parkways.
The luminaries remind us of our great community spirit and wish for world peace. All are welcome to join in the fun -- what a great way to get into the thrill of the holiday! At 2:30 on December 24th, we will meet at the RMA Building, arrange the luminaries place them on the parkways and light them for all to view a spectacular sight.
Hot chocolate and cookies will be available and of course holiday music.
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