Casino Royale was famous for it Rotaract blackjack dealers!

Saturday, March 21 The Soroptomist Club of Davis hosted Casino Royale, a benefit fundraiser for the Yolo County Crisis Nursery.  Rotaract provided blackjack dealers and we had a great time getting to know Soroptomist members and members of the community who were in attendance.  The evening was an absolute blast and Mandell Davis even sported a green visor, black bow-tie and festive belt.  Kim showed off her flare which included a “Fun Meter” button and various Rotaract pins.  Mike was very swank in his business suit and Agneiszka was charming as always.

A “Wag Hotel” for the evening!

On Friday afternoon, Feb. 20th, Rotaract fostered (just for the evening) four dogs to prep them for adoption at the Farmer’s Market.  We picked them up from the shelter in Woodland, walked them in the park, bathed them, and watched a movie with them (Pride and Prejudice!).  The dogs (terriers and one chiwawa) are from Dog Spot Rescue, an organization that saves dogs and puppies from abandonment, euthanization at shelters, and neglect from overwhelmed owners.  If we do this again, we will take only 2-3 dogs and accept only females (no humping or marking territory!).  It was certainly a night of service!!

ROTARY BIG NIGHT Gala and Auction – Jan 17th, 2009

This is the first reminder for Rotary BIG Night held Saturday, January 17th at the Sterling Hotel on 1300 H St in Sacramento. (http://sterlinghotelsacramento.com/).  This is an annual fundraiser that serves the Child Abuse Prevention Program (CAPP) and last year raised $30,000 in one night – it’s a BIG Night!  Rotary needs our help once again in helping set up the silent auction items, registering guests, delivering prizes to winners and running transactions.  Please RSVP to Jeff Ying, jmying@ucdavis.edu by Monday, January 5th to let him know that you will be helping out.   All volunteers receive a complimentary dinner and get to listen to the CAPP evening program and live auction.  Please arrive at the hotel by 4pm and plan on staying until 11pm.

Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony a delight for all

Thanks to all of the folks who came out on December 4th to watch the downtown tree lighting ceremony.  Our efforts were well worth it!  Christmas spirit abounded that night as elementary school kids (including Danny Tomesllo’s 8 yr, Madelline) and the DHS Madrigal choir sang throughout the night.   Appearances made by Santa and his helper elves along with city council members.  Look for the Rotaract decorated bulbs on two of the lower hanging branches!

Tree Planting 12/13

Help plant with TREE Davis this Saturday from 1-4 pm.  Location TBA –  email Ag for details