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Rotary Theme 2026-27

101 Acts of Service

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The Rotary Club of Woodland is continuing our mission of service by challenging ourselves to complete 101 Acts of Service throughout the 2026–2027 Rotary year.

Service has always been at the heart of Rotary. While the Centennial Celebration is behind us, our commitment to our Centennial Year and making a difference in Woodland is stronger than ever. Every act—big or small—helps create lasting impact in our community.

What qualifies as an Act of Service? Simply ask yourself: Does it pass the Rotary Four-Way Test? We're tracking projects of all sizes, celebrating each milestone along the way, and inviting our community to be part of the journey. Whether you're a Rotary member, a local organization, or a community member with an idea, we'd love to hear from you.

Have an idea for an Act of Service, or know of a community need? We'd love to hear from you. To submit your idea, email Angela Lynn at angela@lynn-capital.com

Completed an Act of Service? Please fill out an Act of Service slip and email it to Angela.

UPDATES ON ACTS OF SERVICE...

October 27th Meeting

President Nick Roncoroni welcomed a good sized crowd to our last meeting of October. The usual duo of Dan Stroski and Steve Venables led us through Rotary Grace. President Nick mentioned the Club's Christmas Party this year will be held on Tuesday, December 15 from 5:30pm-7pm at Morgan's Mill. Light appetizers will be hosted, and drinks are available for purchase. Spouses are encouraged to attend. A Holiday Gift Care Drive benefitting Yolo CASA will also take place. There will be no Club meeting at the Hotel that day. President Nick also celebrated his 47th birthday on October 26 (Sacramento).

Visiting Woodland Sunrise Rotarians Don Sharp and Byron MacConnell were with us again today. Brian Dwyer introduced his guest, prospective new member Branden Martin for (hopefully) the last time prior to his induction. Poor Sandy Connolly had to introduce herself as the guest of President-elect Gena Bravo who was asleep at the switch!

Dick Hoppin was in today's Century Spotlight. Dick became a member of the Club for the first time in the 1970s, sponsored by Les Means. Unfortunately, by the 1980s his professional and family commitments caused his attendance at Club meetings to lag which forced him to leave the membership. He rejoined the Club in 2012 at Gary Wirth's encouragement, and has not only enjoyed the fellowship and friendships available since then, but also regrets he lost the many years he was away. Foundation Chair Tom Schwarzgruber presented Kris Kristensen with his Paul Harris Fellowship +4 pin today, a recognition of Kris' significant financial support of the Rotary Foundation. Later, Kris was happy about a recent trip he took to tour American Revolutionary War sites in New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia.

Clyde Brooker was in charge of Recognition today, asking questions about Halloween. Don Huff 'rang the bell' about a recent hunting trip to Canada where he 'limited out' on ducks and geese, and he celebrated his 74th birthday on October 23 (Woodland). President-elect Gena Bravo announced the Club's 2027 Dinner Auction has been set for Saturday, April 10, in the Woodland Community and Senior Center. Byron MacConnell 'rang the bell' in celebration of his 15th wedding anniversary. Tim Pettit recently returned from enjoying a birthday trip to Rome and Sicily.

Our own Craig Perrin was again our program speaker today, giving us a look at efforts to help 'Reforest Yolo County' with a planting of trees at the County Road 29-SR 113 interchange on November 7, 2026 using the Miyawaki method. Contact Craig at 415 218-7806 to volunteer to help with the planting. Craig also provided us with a link to the historical vegetation map of the Central Valley: https://databasin.org/datasets/53783ba3685642509030100ae9a221d1/

October 20th Meeting

In anticipation of World Polio Day this week, Polio Plus Warrior Mark Ullrich encouraged members to become a member of the Polio Plus Society by donating at least $100 each year to Rotary's efforts to eliminate polio worldwide. He invited those members who have already done so to pose with him for a group photo today.

Early warnings went out to Bob Nakken who will be celebrating his 48th anniversary with wife Gaye on October 21 (Carmel); Mark Ullrich who will be celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with wife Audre on October 21 (Woodland); and Mike Chandler who will be celebrating his 30th wedding anniversary with wife Randi on October 26. Visiting Woodland Sunrise Rotarians Don Sharp and Byron MacConnell joined us again today, as did Woodland Luna Vista Rotarian Brad Miller.

Dan Stroski was in charge of today's Recognition. Ryan Burger thanked those who attended the October 10th Walk For Your Angel event, and also announced he and his girlfriend of 7 years got engaged during their recent vacation to Italy. Tabb Randolph was happy his daughter Paige's wedding day was approaching. Dan then showed a series of images about various states of the Union, and asked for the capitals of the state he had in mind. Lori McGrath (Carson City NV) and President-elect Gena Bravo (Bismark ND) had correct answers.

Our guest speaker today was James Yegon, a citizen of Kenya and a member and Past President of the Nakura Rotary Club in Nakura, Kenya. James related his personal background of overcoming poverty by receiving an education and eventually opening a school in Nakura - Soar Kenya Academy.

Woodland Rotary at NAMI Walks 2026

Our Club had a great turnout at NAMI Walks 2026 at Woodland Community College on September 26 supporting NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) Yolo County programs.

Senior BBQ 2026 - A Great Success!!

The Rotary Club of Woodland held its annual Senior BBQ on Tuesday, September 22 at Rotary Park in the Yolo Fairgrounds, serving a meal of BBQ chicken, potato salad, watermelon, roll and ice cream for dessert at no charge to local seniors ages 60+. With 2025 attendance estimated at 250, we expected a larger turnout in 2026 and Senior BBQ chief Aniek Pflager ordered food for 375 people. WE RAN OUT OF FOOD, WITHOUT SERVING ANY ROTARIANS!!! THANK YOU WOODLAND SENIORS! Thanks to Cracciolos for the food they provided. Thanks also to the Putah Creek Crawdads for their entertainment. To view all of the event photos, visit the Photo Gallery.

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CELEBRATION A BIG SUCCESS!!

Rotarians from all three Woodland Rotary Clubs - Noon, Sunrise & Luna Vista - combined efforts under the leadership of Noon Club President Aniek Pflager and President-elect Nick Roncoroni to organize a great celebration of 100 years of Woodland Rotary with approximately 400 members and guests attending at the Woodland Community & Senior Center on Saturday evening, April 25th. Some event photos are offered below:

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THE PROJECT

Project partners breaking ground on the Woodland Rotary Stage Project (from left to right): Jia-Min Rosendale, President, Woodland Opera House Board of Trustees; Myra Vega, Mayor Pro Tempore, City of Woodland, and Treasurer, Woodland Luna Vista Rotary Club; Tania Garcia-Cadena, Woodland City Council Member; Don Easton, President-elect Woodland Sunrise Rotary Club; Doug Bevier, Executive Director of Development, Clark-Pacific; Aniek Pflager, President, Rotary Club of Woodland; Tom Stallard, Mayor, City of Woodland; Tom Burmester, Executive Director, Woodland Opera House; Xochitl Rodriguez, President-elect, Woodland Luna Vista Rotary Club; Mary Sandy, Yolo County Supervisor, District 3; and John Fraser, Capital District Superintendent, CA State Department of Parks & Recreation.

The Rotary Stage at the Woodland Opera House Intermission Garden has been selected by Woodland Rotary as its Centennial Project. Woodland Rotary held a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Project on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, one hundred (100) years ago to the day the Rotary Club of Woodland was founded on April 29, 1926. In collaboration with Clark Pacific, Woodland Rotary expects to complete the Rotary Stage by the end of 2026 and gift the facility to the City of Woodland for use by the Woodland Opera House who originally provided the concept to Woodland Rotary.

Woodland Rotary Leadership (left to right): Nick Roncoroni, President-elect, Rotary Club of Woodland; Myra Vega, Treasurer, Woodland Luna Vista Rotary Club; Aniek Pflager, President, Rotary Club of Woodland; and Don Easton, President-elect Woodland Sunrise Rotary Club.

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