Orinda Rotary now offers both "virtual" and in-person meetings that include scheduled speakers! Our in-person meetings are held in the Garden Room at the Orinda Library. You must be fully vaccinated (two vaccinations and a booster) in order to attend in-person. Masks must also be worn when not actively eating/drinking. We trust that you will follow the Rotary 4-Way Test and adhere to our policy. Social gathering starts at 12:15 PM and the meetings begin promptly at 12:30 PM. We also use the online teleconferencing service "Zoom" for those who prefer to attend virtually. Each week, members receive an e-mail from President Clay, with instructions on how to join the upcoming meeting, including the requisite meeting ID and password. Members can join video conferencing from their computer or via phone. Non-members interested in participating in our meeting(s) may contact President Clay to request the Zoom link.
Upcoming speakers include: Wednesday, February 23: Scott Lai, Director-General of the Taiwan Economic and Cutural Office in San Francisco addresses US-Taiwanese relations during challenging times; Wednesday, March 2: Annual State of the City meeting, featuring Orinda mayor, Dennis Fay, who will discuss important issues facing our community. This meeting is Zoom-only and guests are welcome; Wednesday, March 9: Fellow-Orindan Bill Waterman talks about Mediation and Conflict Resolution; Wednesday, March 16: Accomplished sailor Drew Howard describes his challenging voyage to Tahiti from the San Francisco Bay Area; Wednesday, March 30: Historian David Lei highlights Chinese-American Achievements that have Changed America.
Additional Upcoming Events and Programs: Now through February 22: Order your fabulous take-out Crab and Pasta dinner from Casa Orinda and support Rotary at the same time ! (see details above); March 18: Monthly volunteering at the Contra Costa/Solano Food Bank (see details above).
If you have questions, please contact President Clay for more information.