Dear Rotarians and Friends,

Thursday, April 25, 2019
12:15pm Lunch ~ Erin Lewis, Update on National Exchange Hotel 
Trolley Junction at Northern Queen Hotel
400 Railroad Avenue, Nevada City

This Week ~ Erin Lewis- Update on National Exchange Hotel reconstruction

The National Exchange Hotel and Holbrooke Hotel in Grass Valley recently changed ownership.  Acme Hospitality is the newest owner and is moving ahead with restoration but with new plans. Erin Lewis, local spokesperson for the new owners, will be our guest speaker this week. 

Join us on Thursday as Erin gives an update on challenges and progress of renovations as well as the company's vision for both hotels. Our Club has a long history at the National.  It will be a special opportunity to learn more about what is being planned for the next phase of both of these very special iconic historical hotels.

Proposed new member Greg Geare

Our Board has approved Greg Geare for membership in Nevada City Rotary.  Greg has been proposed by his sponsor Michael Young and has attended a number of Club meetings over the past few months. Talk about family.  Michael and Greg are happy Grandfathers together since their son and daughter married. Then at Greg's first meeting he and Dennis Geare discovered their grandfathers are brothers. Professionallly, Greg is a retired social worker from Humboldt County focusing on child welfare. 

Club members have one week from today to address considerations related to Greg's nomination.

Rotary 4-Way Fest Conference Peppermill Resort - Reno May 17-19!

Prepare to kickup your heels and have a fabulous celebration with District 5190 plus 3 other districts at our annual District Conference in Reno on May 17 - 19. Registration is filling fast!  Register now at  District5190.org. For details on the wide variety of events and speakers go to Rotary4WayFest.com. 

Keynote speakers include: Dave Dravecky, SF Giants Pitcher and cancer survivor, Friday night dinner; Lisa Kristine of Bound to Freedom and Jon Kaufman of H2Open Doors, Saturday Breakfast; CA State Senator Mike McGuire, Saturday Lunch presenter; Brenda Cressey, new Chair of The Rotary Foundation, Saturday dinner and Jim Marggraff speaking on "What will it mean to be a global citizen in 2050" at Sunday brunch.

Saturday afternoon we will celebrate as a District.  The day will include a full slate of Breakout Sessions plus our Speech and Music contest finalists will be chosen. Start early on Saturday with a walk to support Polio Plus. Extra events during the weekend include a Thursday Golf Tourney, on a Friday motorcycle ride and a Feed the Hungry hands on project. Plus poker, slots  and Karaoke events to End Polio.

BUT time is running out, some of these items are reservation only and space is limited!  Act now, go to www.rotary4wayfest.com

Rotarians At Work Day - Saturday April 27
Penzance Park from 10am - 12 noon

Our annual global Rotarians At Work Day is by tradition the last Saturday in April. Our daffodils, hyacinths, and crocuses are now popping up in Penzance Park.  Now the park needs some Spring Cleaning. Join us Saturday, April 27 for a few fun filled hours of sprucing up the park.  It is always a special feeling doing good in Nevada County knowing that fellow Rotarians around the world are rolling up their sleeves in their own communities throughout the day.  Bring rakes, clippers and other yard tools along with gloves and a water bottle!

Girls Who Code at Seven Hills

Girls Who Code program continues into the new year. The girls love our healthy snacks.  Please signup with Nancy Kemp to serve as host and/or bring healthy snacks a week or more for Girls Who Code participants. If you haven’t done it before, Nancy has great instructions on what to serve.  It is another incredible opportunity to become involved and participate with the youth in our community.

Area 4 Business/Professional Services Directory

The Rotary District 510 Area 4 Business/Professional Services Directory has been updated as of January 2019.  Click Rotary District 510 Area 4 Business/Professional Services Directory to download a printable copy.  Doing business with fellow Rotarians is just one example of Vocational Service in action!

Nevada City Rotary Board Activities

Stay informed about actions your Nevada City Rotary Board of Directors is taking.  Minutes of Board Meetings and Club Leadership Retreats for the past year along with survey results, Club Bylaws, Nevada City Rotary Foundation 501 (c) 3 status and other documents are available in our "Members Only" section of our NCRotary.org website at  http://ncrotary.org/club/board-actions.  If you need assistance remembering your user ID and password, contact Robin or reply to this newsletter.

Upcoming Events:

April 25: Lunch Erin Lewis- Update on National Exchange Hotel reconstruction

April 27: Rotarians At Work Day - 10am - 12 noon Penzance Park Spring Cleaning

May 2: Social John and Susie Wilson-  NEW ZEALAND TRAVEL MEMORIES

May 4: Celebration of Life for Gil Gray 1pm, Goldminer's Inn, Grass Valley

May 9: Lunch  Michelle Ogaidi and Forest Charter School REGL Students

May 16: Social  The Higher Commitment Analytic Lab with Michael Kepic and Dr. Robert Goldman

May 17 - 19: Rotary 4-Way Fest Conference Peppermill, Reno NV - D5190 one of 4 Districts together.

May 30: 5th Thursday DARK

June 20:  President Tom's Demotion Party at Chris and Bill Newsom's home

June 23: Rotary Heritage Garden Ribbon Cutting at the North Star House

Thank you Nancy Kemp and Christine Newsom for coordinating our programs!

Special Dates

Club Leadership