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Richard D. King Tribute Dinner – November 2 at Blackhawk Museum

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From the District TRF Chair…
By PDG Russ Hobbs

November is Rotary Foundation Month on the Rotary Calendar, and what better way to “kick off” the month, than the November 2, Richard D. King Tribute Dinner in celebration of Rick’s 50 years of Rotary Service.

This “star studded celebration” was held at The Blackhawk Museum in Danville, and featured our current RI President (Barry Rassin) along with five Past Rotary International Presidents–Gary C.K. Huang (2014-15), Frank Devlyn (2000-01), Cliff Dochterman (1992-93), M.A.T. Caparas (1986-87) and of course our own Rick King
(2001-02).

The 500 guests enjoyed the beautiful cars at The Blackhawk Museum while listening to music provided by the Fremont Christian High School Jazz Band, and sipping wine at the reception held prior to the dinner. The RI President and his entourage made a spectacular entrance as they walked into the room led by the Fremont Christian High School Jazz Band. There were many highlights during the evening including: special recognition given to our newest Arch Klumph Society Members (PDG Ron & Cindy Sekkel); the presentation of the District 5170 Richard D. King Award to Event Chair Richard Flanders from Pleasanton North; the speeches by RI President Barry Rassin and the other Past RI Presidents in attendance, but it was our own Richard D. King who brought the house down with his remarks entitled My First Fifty Years in Rotary.

It was a spectacular evening that raised over $200,000 for the Richard D. King Endowed Fund for Rotary Peace Centers, and an event that we shall long remember. Special recognition to Richard Flanders and his Committee who worked on this event for an entire year–it was worth the wait!!

Read the November/December 2018 District 5170 Newslettter

From President Brian – November 2018

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Hello fellow Rotarians,

November is a month of Celebrations and Thanks.  We start the month off with the celebration of Diwali.  It is a celebration of light over darkness, good over evil, hope over despair, and knowledge over ignorance.  It’s a time for families and friends to get together to decorate, gaze into the radiance of light, and enjoy culinary delights prepared from lifelong family recipes.  As I embrace this rich cultural experience, I will remind myself to be an inspiration to others and to be that shining light for others.

As we move through the month, I will also remind myself of the many blessing bestowed upon me.  I will give Thanks to those who have entrusted me with their personal thoughts and feelings.  I will give Thanks to the ones who love me – especially to my wife, daughters, parents, and friends.  I will give thanks to Rotary for opening my eyes to new possibilities, a world without polio, and millions of people making a difference and inspiring change in this world.  I have received much more that I have yet to realize, but each day I give Thanks for all of the riches of life I have received.

I have a special “Thank You” to YOU, Niles Rotarians, for being an extraordinary club.   You always try to give where and when you can in efforts to make this world a little brighter.  You care for one another as one of your own. You do the best you can and give it your all. You help those who need assistance, yet never ask for anything in return.  Your light is shining the brightest when helping others.  Thank you for opening my eyes, my ears, and my heart for this great gift.

Happy Diwali and Thanksgiving to all,

President Brian

Niles (Fremont) Rotary Speaker Jung-Ho Pak (October 18, 2018)

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Why I Hate Classical Music – A revealing and honest discussion by a nationally recognized conductor about why he thinks everyone has got it wrong when it comes to the performing arts, and why he’s determined to change the industry, including the Fremont Symphony. A New Adventure BEGINS! Don’t miss out on a fantastic season. Mission Statement: INSPIRE JOY! Jung-Ho Pak, Artistic Advisor & Conductor said, ” It’s time to revolutionize the symphonic experience. I want to go for the brass ring; to create something that has never existed before.” First Concert was Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 3 P.M. at the new James Logan Center for the Performing Arts titled BRAVO! BROADWAY.

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Niles (Fremont) Rotary Speaker David M. Joseph, Ph.D (October 11, 2018)

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Nearly 3 million Americans served overseas in support of the war in Vietnam. Another 3 million have served in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan since 9/11. Hundreds of thousands more have served in support of combat operations in Middle East, Eastern Europe, Africa and many places in between. For many of our veterans, the experience of coming home from war is stressful and difficult. David’s presentation focused on some of the most common challenges our veterans face, and how we can work together to welcome them home.

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Niles (Fremont) Rotary Presentation – The Chinese Bunkhouse Project (October 5, 2018)

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The Chinese Bunkhouse sits between a barn and a packing shed at the back of the Shinn Historical Park & Arboretum in Fremont, California. The Bunkhouse was once part of a complex of buildings along Alameda Creek – for sleeping, eating, and washing – for the Chinese workers at the Shinn ranch. Only the Bunkhouse and an outhouse remain now. Janet Barton told us about the full history of this Fremont treasure as well as the goals and vision of the Bunkhouse Project in the future.

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