January 9th: Engaging with the Gender Expansive Workforce  As expression of naturally diverse gender identity becomes more visible, the need to create inclusive workplaces for the current and future workforce is imperative for business. This workshop will focus on increasing understanding of this gender diverse workforce, and ways in which implementing inclusive policies can increase employee […]

January 2nd: Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) Program and Experiences  This week we will be hearing in-depth information about RYLA and all that it offers youth in our community and around the world. Don’t miss this exciting and youth filled presentation! Program Chair: Ida Lafky Meeting Location: Willamette Heritage Center – Dye House   President’s Message A […]

December 20th: Annual Meeting, Gold Star Report, and Holiday Lunch at the Convention Center! This week our club will hold its meeting at the SALEM CONVENTION CENTER. Lunch will be on the house (paid for by your dues!). We are so excited to host the Salvation Army Band.  This is a really important meeting required by our bylaws – […]

December 13th: Salem Keizer Superintendent Andrea Castañeda Salem-Keizer Public Schools is at a financial inflection point. The decisions that need to be made require educational and financial strategy. They must come before the community for authentic discussion, engagement, and input. And they will impact the experience of the 40,000 students and 6,000 staff in our schools […]

December 6th: Judson Middle School Choir On December 6, our Program will feature a performance by the Judson Middle School Choir under the direction of their Teacher – David Loney. There are several levels of Choirs at Judson.  You will be listening to the advanced concert choir – which has a long history and reputation of excellence. You […]

November 29th: Northwest Hub – helping people move forward  The Northwest Hub non profit bicycle shop has continued to creatively offer transportation support and employment opportunities to members of our community. The presentation will highlight some of the organization’s programs, including their farmworker program, refugee support and internship opportunities. Please join us tomorrow to hear from Kirk Sefert and Jaimie Lusk […]

November 22nd: Thanksgiving Fellowship Meeting Games and Fun are sure to be had! Program Chair: Claudia Vorse & Teresa Lulay Meeting Location: Willamette Heritage Center – Dye House   Meeting Location: Willamette Heritage Center – Dye House   President’s Message Welcome to the Holidays 2023! Greetings, Fellow Rotarians! Welcome to the week of Thanksgiving 2023! Wow, […]

November 8th: The Rotary Foundation Awards Recognition – Dawn Bostwick Dawn Bostwick served as our club President in 2010-11. She has served on our Rotary Foundation for a “bazillion” years, working with Jim Booth before taking the position of chair. Dawn received the District Service Award in 2016 for Outstanding Service and Commitment for promoting the Rotary Foundation for […]