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Rotary Club of Niles (Fremont) – Founded 1937 – P.O. Box 7104, Fremont, CA 94537-7104 – www.nilesrotary.org. 1

THE NILES ROTARY PINION April 2012

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

1 From President Kimberly – page 1 & 2

2 Chili Cook-Off

4 March programs/meetings photos

10 Speaker Guidelines

From President Kimberly

April 2012 212 DEGREES

At 211 degrees, water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And steam can power a locomotive… Just think about it…raising the temperature of water by one extra degree means the difference between something that is simply very hot and something that generates enough force to power a machine. This natural law reminds us that seemingly small things can make tremendous differences. This law holds true in so much of what

we do as members of Niles Rotary. Over the last nine months, I have written about some great examples of what our committees and you as individuals are doing to “Foster Our Passion” this year. Individually, the initiatives may seem small…but what a difference they are making as a whole. Our organization is making great strides this year in the community and globally – you all should be very proud! It is the belief in what we do and how we do it that makes us successful as a group. Belief fuels enthusiasm and enthusiasm fosters passion. This was very evident at our 17th Annual Reverse Raffle that took place on March 31st. Under the guidance of President-Elect, Sandra Young, and her hardworking committee the event was an unbelievable success. The tickets for the event sold out early and John Dutra’s team, the Blitz, sold the most tickets at 51. Also, if any of you missed the political buttons that Brian Hughes made for Dick McKay and Bruce Prescott for one of the “friendly” ticket selling competitions, be sure to ask them about the oversized buttons. (See photo on page 5). I would have never believed that Bruce would be joining the Tea Party Movement side by side with Sarah Palin… The event itself was memorable, there were over 400 people in attendance (the second highest attendance ever) and strongly sought after silent and live auction items that often resulted in bidding wars between tables (and between auction spotters Daren and Bubba). Overall the night was a great success. (I have banned my husband from purchasing any more wine…).


From President Kimberly (continued): The funds raised from the event will be given back to the community through the Niles Rotary Club’s annual grant process which will be meeting this month to evaluate the numerous grant applications. If you are interested in serving on the committee, please contact Gary Charland. I also want to thank Steve Landon and Bruce Prescott for all of their hard work this year with the annual Richard King Speech Contest. Not only did we get to listen to some great speeches by students in our area but we also hosted the Area 3 speech contest that went smoothly and many thought the best to date. I was very impressed by how well some of the young people can speak at the podium! Unfortunately, we also said goodbye to a Niles Rotarian and one of our board members, Bob

Highbaugh, who recently moved to Florida. He will be greatly missed along with his tasty home brew. The Board appointed Almos Adjoran to complete Bob’s term and serve as International Chair. Almos will make a great addition to the Board especially given his passion for International projects. I am continually inspired by the work Niles Rotarians are doing on a daily basis. So remember…one degree…one small degree can power the locomotive. Think what you can achieve with one additional degree of effort!

Kimberly

FOSTER OUR PASSION

THE GREAT ROTARY FREMONT CHILI COOK-OFF The committee meetings have begun! On Wednesday evenings, the Chili Cook-Off group is hard at work planning the June 10 Chili Cook-Off at the Saddle Rack. Join the Facebook group to keep up to date on their work. This is an “every member participates” event. Contact Daren Young for meeting details.


C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

• Wed. April 11 from 6-9 pm– Rotaract Membership Mixer – Federicos**

• April 11—17 – Trip to Chile for international project – contact Almos Adorjan**

• Tues. April 17 from 6-8 pm – Niles Rotary Membership Mixer – Massimo’s. Special attendance – contact Rick Hood

• June 1-3 – District Celebration – The Resort at Squaw Creek – Squaw Valley, Tahoe*

• Sun. June 10 – Chili Cook-Off – Saddle Rack* • Club Board of Directors Meetings – 2nd

Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm at Dryco office** *good Area or District activity for Red Badgers ** good Social or Community Service activity for Red Badgers

CLUB PROGRAMS April 5 – Kurt Newick – Solar Power for Homeowners April 12 – Past District Governor Brad Howard – Membership – The Pin Gets You In April 19 – Tony Stewart – Lessons Learned in Sports Help Students in Life April 26 – Leah Katz – Rotary Ambassadorial Program For latest information on Club Programs, check the club website: www.nilesrotary.org

REVERSE RAFFLE A highly successful March 31, 2012 Reverse Raffle

The elimination board

Great auctioneer!

and the winner is … Greg Bogdanovich from the Rotary Club of Fremont Sunrise Warm Springs!!


CLUB MEETINGS AND PROGRAMS – MARCH

March 1 Area Speech Contest – all contestants First Place Finisher (from MSJ HS)

Washington High student in Speech Contest March 8 program – James Brandt – Life at 20,000 Ft.


CLUB MEETINGS AND PROGRAMS – MARCH (continued)

March 8 – Buttons – Dick and Bruce March 8 - Paul Harris Fellow – Genevieve Angelides

March 15 program – Hank Sullivan - Detour to Improve Inner Wheel basket – MO, Gwen, Shirley, Steve

Mar. 22 program-Steve/Kathy Craig – Serve Afghanistan Mar. 29 -Yelena Takhtamonova- Fed Reserve Bank SF


MARCH CLUB MEETINGS (continued)

March 29 – shoes bound for Chile for orphanage March 29 – Rotary honor for Past President Rakesh and the club’s successful Polio Plus efforts last year Note: The club has this year passed its $22,000 goal for donations to The Rotary Foundation (TRF). Efforts now turn again to donations for Polio Plus – for donations of $100 or more, the District will match points for TRF. TO VIEW ALL THE CLUB MEETINGS/EVENTS PHOTOS, GO TO OUR CLUB WEBSITE AND LOOK AT THE PHOTO ALBUMS. Thank you Mary Lynn! And a belated thank you and acknowledgement to Carol Smith for her excellent photos of the Paso Robles wine trip. Want to know how to arrange for a club program? Check the Speaker Guidelines on page 10 in this issue of the Pinion. And the Guidelines will be downloaded onto the club website as well.

SPRING MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Niles Rotary is focusing on membership in April. Our club program of April 12 will feature Past District Governor Brad Howard speaking about Membership – The Pin Gets You In. This meeting will be followed by a special mixer on Tuesday, April 17 from 6-8 pm at Massimo’s – the mixer has a limited attendance, with Niles Rotarians being able to bring special guests who would be interested in hearing Rick King speak to the benefits of Rotary membership. Sign up for the April 17 mixer with Rick Hood or Jim Brunelli.

SAVE THE DATE – District Celebration – June 1-3 – The Resort at Squaw Creek – Friday night entertainment is Lacy J. Dalton; Saturday night featured speaker is Olympic Gold Medalist Jonny Moseley; Sunday morning speaker is Carrie Davis. Bike Ride on Friday 6/1. Go to the link on the District website: rotarydistrict5170.org


ROTARACTORS MEETING February 29, 2012

Featured speaker – Rick King

NILES ROTARIANS IN THE COMMUNITY

A new Pinion feature recognizing the community events and activities of Niles Rotarians. If you/your organization is sponsoring an event, please let me (Sandi Pantages) know so that we can include the information here. Not only do we want to support important community events, we like to support our Niles Rotarians, as well as recognize their efforts. I will also include some of the notable awards earned by Niles Rotarians’ companies and businesses.

April 21 at 5:30 pm – Citizens for Better Community Spring Celebration. Marriott Hotel. Contact: Steve Cho April 22 from 1-4 pm – Kidango Taster’s Showcase. Marriott Hotel. Contact: Brian Hughes May 12 – Indo-American Charity Ball – Hilton Hotel. Contact: Rakesh Sharma May 18 – Friends of Scouting Leadership Breakfast honoring Fremont Rotarian Brent Hodson – hosted by Rick King. Newark Hilton, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Contact: Rick King


YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING

Did You Know? Our District has a new online training program for all Rotarians who have not already had the Youth Protection Awareness Training. The Awareness Training was last done as a Niles Rotary program several years ago, so we have lots of new members plus some who were not at the May 3, 2007 club meeting when we did the Youth Protection Awareness program (don’t worry, we have a list of who has and has not had the training). We have many youth programs in Rotary, including active involvement in Interact, RYLA, Speech Contest, etc. It is important that we protect our youth from abuse and harrassment. Our District and RI have policies that guide clubs, Rotarians, and all adult volunteers involved with youth in any of our programs. The Youth Protection training is designed to ensure that all adult volunteers are aware of potential problems and how to handle them. Niles Rotarians who have not had the Awareness Training need to complete the Online Youth Protection Awareness Training course, which takes 30-45 minutes. How to complete: Go to the District website (there is a link from our website) and in the Youth Protection Box, after reading the instrructions, click the Online Youth Protection Awareness Training link, which takes you to Youth Protection Awareness for Rotary District 5170. Select our club name, and then click your name to have the course link sent to you, and you are into the course. Complete the training and exam, and then be sure to click Finish or Submit to be sure you get credit for the course. Please let me know if you have any questions. Sandi Pantages, Youth Protection Officer, Niles Rotary

ROTARY WEB LINKS Niles Rotary: www.nilesrotary.org District 5170: www.rotary5170.org Rotary International: www.rotary.org

RI THEME 2011 - 2012

END POLIO NOW – check this website for the most up to date information on the drive to eradicate polio: www.polioeradication.org Worldwide polio cases for 2011, as of 01/11/2012, compared to the same period last year: 2011 2010 Afghanistan 76 24 India 1 41 Nigeria 52 18 Pakistan 196 138 Non-endemic 306 681 Total worldwide 627 908 *As of 1/11/12, India had gone for one year without a polio case! (their 2011 case was in early Jan. 2011)


WHERE AREA 3 CLUBS MEET TUESDAY at 12 noon. Newark Rotary • Sinodinos Restaurant, 36665 Cedar Blvd. - tel: 510.797.7556. WEDNESDAY at 7:15 a.m. Rotary Club of Fremont Warm Springs Sunrise • Courtyard Marriott, 47000 Lakeview Blvd., Fremont – tel: 510.656-1800 WEDNESDAY at 12 noon. Fremont Rotary • Spin a Yarn Restaurant THURSDAY at 7:00 p.m. F.U.N. Sunset Rotary • Crowne Plaza Hotel – Oakland South/Union City, 32083 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City. FRIDAY at 12 noon. Mission San Jose Rotary •. Papillon Restaurant Rotaract Club meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at the Color Me Mine building in downtown Centerville. Contact: President Mitty Chang ([email protected]) Check www.rotarydistrict5170.org for information on where every club in the District meets. What kinds of meetings and events constitute a make-up for a missed Niles Rotary club meeting? You can make up a missed club meeting either 2 weeks before or 2 weeks after a missed meeting of Niles Rotary. In addition to attending a meeting of another Rotary club anywhere in the world (go to the R.I. or District 5170 websites to find out where clubs meet), you can attend a club social, community service project event (e.g. Feed the Hungry), committee meeting (e.g. Chili Cook Off Comm., Membership Comm., etc.), Niles Rotary Board of Directors meeting, District or R.I. event, or a special event. Or check the www.rotary.org website for an e-club make-up. ��

BIRTHDAYS Steven Lloyd April 3 JD Eshelman April 12 Jeff Roe April 18 Frank Barnard April 23 Bob Highbaugh April 29 ANNIVERSARIES Dick & Maydean McKay 4/1/1967 Kimberly & Steve Hartz Foster 4/1/2000 Nancy & Peter Farber Szekrenyi 4/8/1995 Dan & Linda Smith 4/9/1988 Hattie & Dennis Hughes 4/10/1965 Jack & Maria Rogers 4/15/1972 Omar & Kathi Bayne 4/15/1977 Bob & Lana Hagg 4/26/1980 Sandi & Dick Pantages 4/26/1969 Ray & Mary Pedersen 4/29/2000 NILES ROTARY ANNIVERSARIES Rich Godfrey 4/1/2010 Allen Alcayde 4/1/2010 Jeff Roe 4/1/2010 Gary Robinson 4/7/2005 Brad Louie 4/7/2005 Almos Adorjan 4/8/2004 Gary Basrai 4/14/1988 Ray Churchill 4/14/2005 Paul Parhiala 4/17/1986 Mark Crutcher 4/25/1991 AREA 3 & NEARBY EVENTS May 19, 2012 – Evening of Sparkles – Honoring our Troops - Fremont/Newark Hilton. Fundraiser of the Fremont Warm Springs Sunrise club May 20, 2012 – 4:30-8 pm - Fremont Rotary 1st Annual Summer Kickoff Banquet – Callippe Preserve Golf Club – dinner, dancing, auctions, jazz trio. Newark Rotary - SAVE THE DATE for this year’s crab feed: Nov. 17, 2012 For information on Area 3 club activities, go to www.tricityrotary.org and then click on the various clubs and links there.


Good speakers are the heart of any weekly club meeting Club members are encouraged to watch for and recruit interesting programs for Niles Rotary meetings.

• IF YOU HAVE A PROGRAM OR QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROCESS PLEASE CONTACT Jack Rogers - Chair - 510.793.3843 / [email protected]

HERE ARE A FEW TIPS 1. Pick a subject and speaker that you think will be interesting and entertaining.

2. The club member who proposes a speaker/program is responsible for bringing the speaker or insuring that the speaker knows where and when he/she needs to be to present.

3. The proposing club member is responsible for providing the following:

a. Name of speaker(s)

b. A short program title

c. A one or two word description of the subject area

d. A club member who will do the introduction

e. A short overview of the speaker and topic. This short (2 or 3 sentence descriptive paragraph) will be disseminated by e-mail to club members. This descriptive paragraph is due at the time the program is confirmed.

i. Send all information requested to: Jack Rogers [email protected]

4. Niles Rotary will provide a free lunch for the speaker and a reasonable number of guests.

5. Total time for presentation will not exceed 30 minutes (including questions and answers). Please explain that the program can go as long as the presenter wishes BUT WE LEAVE AT 1:30 PM!

6. We do not allow speakers who will sell products or solicit donations unless it is an approved rotary program and/or is approved by the Club President. If in doubt, ask the Club President.

7. We do not allow speakers to solicit for their own or another business unless the Club President approves such solicitation..

8. Programs that have a political messages or issues must have a balanced approach. It is the responsibility of the proposing Club member to assess the potential for political discourse. IF THERE IS ANY HINT OF POLITICS, DISCUSS THIS WITH THE CLUB PRESIDENT AND GAIN HIS/HER APPROVAL.

9. The facility provides full audio visual support. If needed, please coordinate you’re A/V needs with Joe Tada ([email protected])

10. YOU MUST confirm the speaker’s attendance one week prior to the presentation date.

11. YOU MUST give the presenter your cell phone number and be available to receive calls and resolve issues or conflicts in the days/hours before the meeting.


NILES ROTARY BOARD OF DIRECTORS & COMMITTEE CHAIRS 2011-2012 President: Kimberly Hartz Foster Past President: Rakesh Sharma President-Elect: Sandra Young Secretary: Terri Landon Treasurer: Don Cole Club Administration: Brian Hughes Service Projects/Community Service: Chuck Canada International Service: Almos Adorjan New Generations/Vocational Service: Steve Landon Parliamentarian: Dick McKay Social Chair: Rakesh Sharma Membership Development: Jim Brunelli & Rick Hood Club Foundation Treasurer: Tim Gavin Public Relations Chair: Sandi Pantages Program Chair: Jack Rogers Pinion Editor: Sandi Pantages Website: Angus Cochran Transition & Leadership Development: Jack Rogers Youth Protection Officer: Sandi Pantages Weekly e-blasts: Rosemary Ashley Rotary International President: Kalyan Banerjee District Governor: Arley C. Marley III Assistant Governor Area 3: Jeboy Koshy

THE FOUR-WAY TEST Of the things we think, say, or do

I. Is it the TRUTH?

II. Is it FAIR to all concerned?

III. Will it build GOOD WILL

and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

IV. Will it be BENEFICIAL to

all concerned?

Niles Rotary Board Meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Dryco Office, 42745 Boscell Rd., Fremont ♦♦ Pinion Editor: Sandi Pantages – send information & articles to: ([email protected]) Photographer: Mary Lynn Pelican Niles Rotary meets Thursdays at 12 noon at Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont Pinion Editor: Sandi Pantages ([email protected]) Photos courtesy of Mary Lynn Pelican

CENTERVILLE FREE DINING ROOM – 2012

2012 Niles Rotary at the Centerville Free Dining Room Dates – mark your calendars now for this Community Service project that we perform at the Centerville Pres. Church’s Free Dining Room whenever there is a 5th Thursday of the month. Shifts are from 2-4 or 3:45 to 6 p.m. The 2012 dates are on our website, and are: May 31, Aug. 30, Nov. 29 Contact: Rose Evernden-Andrade.♦♦

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