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100 Acts of Service

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We’re on a mission! For our Centennial Year the Rotary Club of Woodland is taking on the challenge of completing 100 Acts of Service!

What qualifies as an Act of Service? Simply ask yourself: Does it pass the Rotary Four-Way Test? We’re tracking every project, big or small, and celebrating as we go. Follow along as we work toward 100 and beyond!

Got questions, an idea or want to join in? Click here for more information or email Angela Lynn at angela@lynn-capital.com.

UPCOMING ACTS OF SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES...

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February 17th Meeting

Despite wind and rain outside, President Aniek Pflager welcomed a good size group to our meeting today. Jim McGibbonand Dan Stroski returned to get us going on Rotary Grace.

President Aniek and President-elect Nick Roncoroni updated us on Centennial Celebration Fundraising efforts which have received in $79,000 in cash or pledges so far.

Les Engelmann celebrated his 80th birthday on Feb 8 (Joliet IL). President Aniek was in today's Century Spotlight. Her first recollections of Rotary came years ago when her office was located in the Hotel Woodland, and she was upset members took up too many parking places in the parking lot on Tuesdays. Former member Bob Frommelt invited her to attend a meeting as his guest, and she liked what the Club did. Frommelt sponsored Aniek as a new Club member 21 years ago and she stayed largely because of the relationships she developed.

Blair Voelz led us in today's Recognition. Jim McGibbon 'rang the bell' with pride over his late wife Susie McGibbon's efforts, along with those of the late Polly Van Muyden, in gathering support for the creation of a new pool in the community on the east side of Woodland which was officially openned earlier this month. With the raffle pot at $364 and 19 cards remaining, Shawn Seyk could only find a free lunch.

Our own David Pinto was our program speaker today, giving us an indepth look at his native country, India, in a presentation called 'My India - its history, culture, opportunities and challenges'. More about India can be found on the Britannica website.

Woodland Interact Helps

'Night to Shine' Valentines Celebration

Jayne Williams shares that last week Woodland Interact Club members helped prepare signs and a banner for the 'Night to Shine' Valentines celebration for the special needs community on February 13

February 10th Meeting

President Aniek Pflager welcomed members as preparations for the Club's Centennial Celebration & Project honoring the Club's 100th anniversary of service to the community, are well underway. President Aniek encouraged members to purchase tickets or make a Rotarian pledge for the Celebration on April 25th; help in securing sponsorships; and join a Centennial committee if you haven't already do so. This is an 'All Hands On Deck' moment for all members. Brian Dwyer asked members to go over lists of local businesses provided to identify companies you have a connection with, and sign up to contact them to seek a sponsorship. If you have any questions contact President Aniek or President-elect Nick Roncoroni. Kris Kristensen shared the news that local engineering firm Clark Pacific has offered to provide project management services for the Rotary Stage Project at the Woodland Opera House Intermission Garden, and will donate related architectural and structural services necessary to permit and construct the project. An agreement between Clark Pacific and the Woodland Rotary Endowment is being prepared to start the design work.

Angela Lynn introduced her aunt, Debra Carlson, and her husband Mike Lynn as her guests today. Steve Venables introduced his son David Venables, visiting from his home in Las Vegas, as his guest today. Woodland Sunrise Rotarians Don Sharp, Byron MacConnell and John Roncoroni visited today.

Marie Galbo and Ryan Burger were in today's Century Spotlight. Marie first became a Rotarian in 1995 with the San Ramon club which was a very active and enjoyable Club. She is a past president of the San Ramon club and remembers hosting six delegates from Russia who visited the community. Marie plans to give a program to the Club in April on the trip she and her late husband subsequently took to Russia with a delegation from the San Ramon club. After her husband passed, Marie moved to Woodland to be closer to her son and daughter in law, and she joined our Club in 2020. Rotary continues to be a positive part of Marie's life. Ryan joined the Club just last year after hearing about Rotary from his grandfather George and father Jeff. Ryan says he's inspired about what the Club does for the community. In Rotary Fun Facts we learned more about the book Steve Venables is preparing for the Club's Centennial.

George Burger got an early warning (it sounded like he needed one!) on his 40th wedding anniversary with wife Janet coming up on Valentines Day, Feb 14 (Lake Tahoe). Late arriving Peter Holmes (lost track of time babysitting his 5 month old granddaughter) got a not-so-early warning on his 42nd wedding anniversary with wife Chris on Feb 11 (San Diego). They honeymooned in Aspen CO.

Angela Lynn had double duty today, presiding over Recognition as well as being the Program speaker. Kevin Haarberg had a great visit with former Rotarian Scott Johnston in the sun of Palm Desert. Bob Nakken was happy, but a little sore from taking care of his two year old grandchild over the weekend. With the raffle pot at $359 and 20 cards to choose from Shawn Seyk found himself a free lunch.

Angela Lynn was our program speaker today and gave us a dazzling look at the trip she and husband Mike took last Fall to Sri Lanka and the Maldives which is located on the other side of the world in the Indian Ocean. Use the QR code above to unlock many more photos of Angela and Mike's trip.

Yolo County Realtor of the Year -

Ryan Burger

Our own Ryan Burger received the 'Realtor of the Year' Award for 2025 from the Yolo County Association of Realtors at the Association's Board Installation on January 22, 2026. Congratulations Ryan!!

Rotary Helps Veteran's Cemetery

President Aniek Pflager and Lori McGrath joined many other volunteers in the cold early morning hours of Saturday, January 10 to help remove the holiday wreaths from gravesites at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery outside of Dixon. President Aniek found the experience very fulfilling and encouraged others to participate in this service in the future.

News From Club Polio Warrior Mark Ullrich:

Polio Update (December 23)

Club Holiday Social

The Club held its Holiday Social at Morgan's Mill on Tuesday evening, December 16. Members donated over $1200 in gift cards from various local vendors and placed them on a giving tree to benefit Yolo County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). The gift cards were later presented to Yolo CASA Executive Director Doni DeBolt by President Aniek Pflager.

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