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Our Club Keeps Growing
Mr. Larry Jacobs joined us for a few of our Tuesday lunch meetings, then decided to become the newest member of The Rotary Club of Carson City.  A few years ago, Larry was a Rotarian in California.  He was well aware of the great things Rotary does throughout the world.   When he saw the impact our club has in Carson City, his decision to join was easy.  Larry is an ordained Minister who assists members of motorcycle clubs with their spiritual needs.  He and his wife Tami are also owners of Minuteman Press in Carson City.  Welcome to our club Larry!
 
Larry Jacobs and President Jeff Paul
$5,000 Donation to Eagle Valley Middle School Program
Rotary Club of Carson City in action! Ms. Amy Riddle, Science and STEM teacher at Eagle Valley Middle School was surprised with a $5,000 grant to fund Project F.L.O.W. (Future Leaders Observing Water).   The grant will fund a student-led science initiative that will establish a permanent water quality monitoring station on the Carson River.  More than 900 students in grades 6-8 at the school will engage through science classes. 
   Over the last thirty years Rotary Club of Carson City has given, approximately, a quarter of a million dollars to support the schools, the school district, teachers and most importantly, students; as well as annually awarding a Nevada college student a $12,000 scholarship. This is all in line with engaging one of the seven Rotary Areas of Focus, Education.
   If you want to be a part of this movement to make the world a better place, join Rotary Club of Carson City! www.carsonrotary.org
 
Student of the Week-Hannah
The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health honored Hannah as our Student of the Week. Hannah has earned a 3.31 G.P.A. while taking two honors courses.  She has completed her Health Science CTE pathway through the Medical Assistant Program.  Hannah is a member of the National Honor Society.  She is also the starting middle blocker for the varsity volleyball team.  She leads the team in blocks, contributing to their current second place position in the Northern 5A division.  Hannah plans to attend Western Nevada College, study Nursing, and become a labor and delivery Nurse.  Congratulations Hannah!
 
President Jeff Paul, Hannah, and Superintendent A.J. Feuling.
Welcome to The Rotary  Club of Carson City!
The Rotary Club of Carson City welcomed another new member this week.  Diana Maisondieu-LaForge joined the community of more than 1.2 million Rotarians worldwide!  Diana joins sixty eight of those members in the local club. Diana works as the Director of Operations at the Federal Hotel. "I was asked to attend Rotary by Mayor Bagwell. What a pleasure! From the very first meeting, I knew that I had found a special band of Nevadans."  Since 1905 Rotarians have bridged cultures and connected continents.  We champion peace, fight illiteracy, poverty and disease around the world.  Rotary programs  are working to eradicate the world of polio, and assist people gain access to clean water and sanitation.
 
Diana Maisondieu-LaForge, Mayor Lori Bagwell, President Jeff Paul
Student of the Week-Jacob
Jacob was honored as Student of the Week during the Rotary Club of Carson City weekly meeting.  The honor and gift is provided by Carson Tahoe Health and the Rotary Club. Jacob has pursued the most vigorous of academic paths.  He excelled in 13 Advanced Placement and 7 honors courses! Jacob enjoys science classes including Chemistry and  Biochemistry.  In his free time he participates in extra curricular activities including Marching Band, Track, and Cross Country.  Congratulations Jacob!
 
President Jeff Paul, Jacob, Counselor Madeline Hull-Taylor, School Superintendent A.J. Feuling
Student of The Week-Lillian
This week's student honored by the Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health is Lillian.  Lillian is in the top 1% of her class with a Grade Point Average of 5.1!  She is enrolled in Advanced Placement and college level dual credit classes while in high school. Lillian is a multi-sport athlete who participates in soccer, basketball, and track.  In her free time she works as a lifeguard.  She plans to continue her studies in college where she will also play soccer.  Congratulations Lillian!
President Jeff, Lillian, Parents, Superintendent Feuling
Rotarians at Work-Annual Cemetery Clean Up
Once again members of the Rotary Club of Carson City joined other organizations and Mayor Bagwell to clean up Lone Mountain Cemetery.  We removed hundreds of weeds and bushes with thorns from around grave sites.  Not all of the Rotarians are included in the enclosed photo.  Some are shy.  I think the cemetery residents and their families will enjoy the efforts of these dedicated workers.
Congratulations Eagle Scout Morgan!
Scout Troop 20 held an Eagle Scout Ceremony on 8/23/25 to honor one of their exceptional scouts.  Morgan received her Eagle medal during the ceremony at Davis Creek Park. Morgan, on the right, is pictured with her proud Mother, Godfather, and the Troop 20 Scoutmaster.  In addition to earning numerous merit badges, she was required to design and complete a special project.  Her Eagle project involved reconstructing a fire damaged outbuilding at the park. She received special permission to conduct her ceremony at Davis Creek Park even though it is closed to the public. The Rotary Club of Carson City is a charter sponsor of “girls” Boy Scout troop 20 and was invited to the eagle ceremony.
The Rotary Club of Carson City Sponsors Another International Student
  Once again this year the Rotary Club of Carson City arranged for an international student to spend 10 months in Carson City.  This year the student is from Brazil. 
   For more than 50 years, Rotary Youth Exchange has been one of Rotary’s best-known programs. As an official program, it dates to 1975, but by that time, Rotary clubs had already been sending students abroad for decades with the aim of promoting international understanding and friendship.
   What the program offers to, and asks of, participants is an openness to new ideas and experiences, a willingness to adapt and to gain new perspectives. This is a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and learn new ways of living.  It is a life changing experience for these lucky adolescents. 
   If you would like to host an inbound student for three months, or if you know of a high school student who wants to spend 10 months in another country, contact us at carsoncitynvrotary@gmail.com . 
 Members of The Rotary Club of Carson City greet Artur at the Reno airport.
 
The Rotary Club of Carson City at the Aces
In what has become an annual event, members of The Rotary Club of Carson City spent an evening at the baseball park.  We enjoyed great weather and great company.  The Aces won with the assistance of home run over the left field wall.  The Club must be good luck for the "home team".  We look forward to another wonderful outing at the park next year!
 
A Fitting Welcome
The Rotary Club of Carson City welcomed their new President in a manner he is accustomed.  Father Jeff Paul, a retired Episcopal Priest, took the reigns of The Rotary Club of Carson City in July.  Jeff Paul served at St. Peter's Episcopal Church for a number of years.  After his retirement, he accepted the prestigious position of President of The Rotary Club of Carson City.  To make him feel welcomed, club members donned festive red cassocks and sang songs he knew well.  Jeff is the eighty-nineth President of the club which was established on March 19, 1938.
Brewfest 2025 Was Amazing
June 2, 2025 was sunny and hot.  Yet 95 degrees did not discourage hundreds of friends and neighbors from joining the Rotary Club of Carson City for their annual fundraiser.  Multiple Brewers brought beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages for the patrons to enjoy.  Trees, tents, misting machines, and the water feature kept everyone comfortable. 
Many were dancing to the music and a dancing flash mob appeared out of nowhere.  A great time was had by all.  The money raised will be used for $12,000 in college scholarships, a $5,000 grant for a local school project,  multi-thousand dollar Carson City improvement projects, student empowerment camps, support for a foreign exchange student studying in Carson City, plus much more.  Join us next year on May 30th for another great Brewfest!
 
     
 
 
 
Brewfest 2025 Celebration
The annual Rotary Club of Carson City Brewfest is scheduled to occur on Saturday May 31, 2025 !  Once again Curry Street will be closed to traffic from 2nd street to 4th street in order to make room for this event.  McFadden Plaza will be available for dancing and fun.  The celebration is from 3 PM to 8 PM.  Each year hundreds of your neighbors join us for the festivities.  There will be more than twenty Brewers serving their refreshing creations.  An entry ticket gets you a 5 oz mug to sample their wares.  Optional raffle prizes include a scholarship to Western Nevada College; Bally's two nights/dining/show; a hot air balloon ride; golf outings; a wagon full of craft beer; a wagon full of wine; a barbecue grill; and much more.   There will also be an opportunity to win $500 in a corn hole event.  Purchase your tickets now from a local Rotarian or at www.capitalcitybrewfest.com.
 
Student of the Week-4/22/2025
The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health honored Maximillian as Student of the Week during this week's luncheon. Max is a remarkable student who excels in the classroom, choir, and in Future Farmers of America.  He is currently the 2024-2025 President for the Capitol FFA Chapter at his high school.  Next year he will assume the position of Nevada FFA State President!  His Counselor states "There is no doubt that Max will be a driving force in the future of politics, agriculture and education. He is destined to be a leader who will shape the future of agricultural education."
 
President Peter Fishburn, Maximillian, Proud Mom, Superintendent A.J. Feuling
 
Student of the Week-4/29/2025
The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health were pleased to honor JT as the Student of the week during the Rotary luncheon on 4/29/2025.  JT challenged himself with a rigorous schedule of AP, Honors, and College level classes.  He earned a weighted GPA of 5.03!  JT excelled as a high school football standout earning the Defensive Player of the Year award for the Northern Region. In the realm of wrestling he won the 175 pound regional championship.  JT is also committed to service as he worked to assist Comprehensive Live Skills students.  JT's next goal is to attend a U.S. Military Academy, and has earned three Congressional nominations.   Congratulations to this impressive high school senior.   
 
President Peter Fishburn, JT, and School Superintendent A. J. Feuling
Student Speech Contest
The Rotary Club of Carson City hosted the annual Student Speech Contest this week.  Each year the contestants are given a topic.  They speak on that topic for 5 to 7 minutes in front of the Rotary club. The winner at the club level moves on to compete at the Area level  (5 clubs).  The winner at the Area level then is invited to compete at the District level  (59 clubs).    At each level financial awards are given with the top prize being $1000 at the District level.  Congratulations to these brave students!
 
President Peter Fishburn, Amiya, Shyanna, Josh, and Speech coordinator, Michael Pelham
March Teacher of The Month
The Rotary Club of Carson City was honored to host Shanell Cavener this week.  Shanell was selected by Carson High School Principal, Dan Carstens to be the Rotary Teacher of the Month for March 2025.  Ms. Cavener teaches Advanced Placement Calculus and Advanced Placement Statistics to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors at Carson High School.  During the luncheon, Mr. Carstens raved about how important Ms. Cavener is to the school. She is a true Senator. 
 
President Peter Fishburn, Shanell Cavener, Dan Castens, Superintendent A.J. Feuling
Student of The Week
Each week, during the school year, The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health honor a local high school student.  This week the honoree was Elayna, who is a Senior at Carson High School. Eleayna is co-captain of the soccer team and earned a 3.94 GPA while taking honors and AP classes. Congratulations and best of luck in the future!
Another New Rotarian!
  The Rotary Club of Carson grew by yet another member this week.  Tim Galluzi was sponsored by Will Adler, and inducted by President Peter Fishburn.  Tim is quite familiar with the club.  The Rotary Club of Carson City awarded him a $12,000 college grant in 2013.  Now Tim has decided to give back to the community as a member of Rotary.  Tim is the State Chief Information Officer where his duties include advising the Governor and Cabinet Members on matters of Information Technology and Cybersecurity. Welcome to the club Tim!
 
President Peter Fishburn, Tim Galluzi, and Will Adler
January Teacher of the Month
The Rotary Club of Carson City is honored to present the Teacher of the Month for January 2025.  Briana Bloom was selected by Debra Winkleman, the Principal of Bethlehem Lutheran School.  Briana earned her teaching degree twenty years ago. She worked as an Administrator, then switched to teaching three years ago.  She wishes that she made the transition to teaching sooner, as her students make her laugh every day!  After teaching first grade for two years, she now teaches fifth grade. 
 
Superintendent A.J. Feuling, Debra Winkleman, Briana Bloom, President Peter Fishburn
January Student of the Week
The student honored at The Rotary Club of Carson City this week is Jailey, who is definitely an over achiever!  She joined the Jumpstart program in order to earn college credits while in high school.  At the same time she is excelling in honors and advanced placement courses.  Her GPA stands at an impressive 5.25 with thirty credits earned, and more to come. Jailey participates in the Agriculture/Animal Science CTE program and is a member of the Future Farmers of America.  She aspires to be a Veterinarian and currently works as a Veterinary Assistant in a local office. The Rotary Club of Carson City honors impressive students like Jailey each week during the school year.  Congratulations to Jailey!  This program is made possible by Carson Tahoe Health.
 
President Peter Fishburn, Mom Triana, Jailey, CC School Superintendent AJ Feuling
Rotarians Make the Holidays Brighter for Local Senior Citizens
Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City are making the holiday season much brighter for twenty senior citizens this December.  The Rotarians coordinated with Carson City's  Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)  to select twenty deserving seniors to recieve gifts.  The Rotarians contacted the seniors to determine the appropriate gifts that would brighten their lives.  The Rotary Club funded the purchases with $100 per senior citizen. After shopping for the desired gifts, the Rotarians are delivering the presents to the twenty senior citizens. 
 
 
 
 
The Rotary Club of Carson City hosts Foreign Exchange Students
    Rotary Youth Exchange students were hosted by the Rotary Club of Carson City for the Nevada Day weekend.  Rotary Youth Exchange is a program in which local teenagers spend a year in a foreign country under the supervision of Rotarians.  In exchange, teenagers from around the world spend a year in the United States.  It is a life changing experience for each of these students.  Rotary clubs arrange for housing, education, and sponsor these lucky students.  Over Nevada Day weekend these international guests are invited to gather in Carson City under the supervision of the Rotary Club of Carson City.   The students visited Carson City and Virginia City. They joined local Rotarians in the Nevada Day parade. The teenagers made new friends and wonderful memories. As a result of the Rotary Youth Exchange program students learn leadership skills, become global citizens, and often learn a new language.    Learn more at www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/youth-exchanges   
Rotary At Work
On a warm September morning, members of the Rotary Club of Carson City joined other volunteers to "Move With The Mayor".  The team worked hard with hoes, rakes, and shovels to clear prickly weeds from a large area of the local cemetery.  The work was completed in a couple hours and the difference is amazing.  I am sure that the residents appreciate all of the hard work. 
Tour of the Nevada State Capitol
The Rotary Club of Carson City shifted it's weekly meeting from the Brewery Arts Center to the Nevada State Capitol on September 24, 2024.  After a delicious lunch on the Capitol grounds, thirty members of the club were treated to a tour of the Capitol by two volunteer docents.  The experience was educational as well as fun. It was an entertaining field trip enjoyed by all attendees. Thank you to Bart Carrillo for arranging the adventure. 
Teacher of the Month
The Rotary Club of Carson City honors a Student of the week, and Teacher of the month throughout the school year.  Ms. Toni Cosentino was selected as the September Teacher of the month.  Ms. Cosentio has taught many years, previously in California and Missouri.  She is currently in her seventh year teaching at St. Teresa of Avila grade school in Carson City.  Ms. Cosentio was honored at the September 17th luncheon.  She received a beautiful plaque and a check to use on herself.  The photo includes Rotary Club President Peter Fishburn, Principal Peggy Burger, Teacher Toni Cosentino, and Carson City School Superintendent A.J. Feuling. 
 
Rotary Club of Carson City Picnic
On a beautiful Sunday, the members of the Rotary Club of Carson City gathered in Mills park for food, fun, and fellowship.  On 9/22/2024, club members, family, and pets enjoyed the picnic luncheon.  Chef Garrett did a stellar job manning the barbecue, while numerous salads and desserts were shared. Many thanks to Keith Newton for organizing the event.  Let's do it again! 
 
New Members join The Rotary Club of Carson City
The Rotary Club of Carson City grew by two more members this week.  Lucia Maloney and John Barrette decided to make a bigger difference in Carson City and the world.  Rotary has grown from four members in 1905 to 1.4 million members in 218 countries and territories in the world.  The Rotary Club of Carson City has funded a walking labyrinth at the Carson Cancer Center, furniture for the FISH student housing, trees for Carson City, a study area at Western Nevada College, bus stop enclosures, a greenhouse at Pioneer High School, a robotics class and a hydroponics class at local schools.  This is a small sample of projects completed in our city.  The club also awards Student of the week and Teacher of the month prizes.  Scholarships are awarded to local residents every year. 
 
Rotary District Governor Dennis Geare welcomes Lucia Maloney to The Rotary Club of Carson City.
 
District Governor Dennis Geare welcomes John Barrette to The Rotary Club of Carson City.
International Student arrives in Carson City
  Once again this year the Rotary Club of Carson City arranged for a student from Japan to spend 11 months in Carson City.  To receive such a student, the club also sponsored an outbound student.  This year that honor went to a student from Carson City who will spend 11 months in the France.
   For more than 49 years, Rotary Youth Exchange has been one of Rotary’s best-known programs. As an official program, it dates to 1975, but by that time, Rotary clubs had already been sending students abroad for decades with the aim of promoting international understanding and friendship.
   What the program offers to, and asks of, participants is an openness to new ideas and experiences, a willingness to adapt and to gain new perspectives, and an opportunity to make new friends and learn new ways of living.  It is a life changing experience for these lucky adolescents. 
   If you would like to host an inbound student for three months, or if you know of a high school student who wants to spend 11 months in another country, contact us at carsoncitynvrotary@gmail.com .
 
Hinata arrives in Nevada!   Her host parents Aeryn & Rob McQueary join Rotarians to welcome her.
Carson Senior Center visits Rotary
The Rotary Club of Carson City had the pleasure of learning about the Carson City Senior Center programs. Executive Director Courtney Warmer explained that the Senior Center supplies healthy lunches to 180 - 260 people per day.  They also supply 320 Meals on Wheels daily.  The Carson City Senior Center provides nutrition, a place for Seniors to connect, and numerous other services.  Such services include a speaker series, anti-fraud assistance, guidance with health insurance,  tax advice, technical help with smart phones and computer use.  All their services can be found at www.CarsonCitySeniorCenter.org
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OUR VISION - OUR MISSION
OUR CORE VALUES AS ROTARIANS

OUR VISION
We engage the New Generation to lift up our community through service, networking and friendship, by recognizing student leaders and supporting those who choose our organization to achieve their own philanthropic goals.
 
OUR MISSION
We provide opportunities for like-minded people to improve our communities through the Rotary platform.
INTEGRITY
Our Rotary 4-Way Test - 1. Is it the truth? 2. Is it fair to all concerned? 3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships? 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? 
PHILANTHROPY
Donating our time, money and/or expertise for the welfare and betterment of our local community and our neighbors, here and abroad
DEDICATION
Forming decade-long bonds with our fellow Rotarians in service and in commitments to education, leadership and our children's success
FRIENDSHIPS
We enjoy a good laugh and the company of our fellow club members, including those who have recently joined and participate in our projects
Why Rotary?
Carson Cancer Center Labyrinth
 
Carson Tahoe Health & Carson Rotary Celebrate Labyrinth Anniversary & Community Partnership
 
(Carson City, Nev.) November 6, 2019 – Today marks 13 years since the opening of the outdoor Labyrinth located at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center. The unique space was made possible through a generous donation from the Rotary Club of Carson City. In 2006, under the leadership of past president Rafael Cappucci, the Rotary Club contributed $75,000 to build the Labyrinth, and gave another $200,000 in support of the Cancer Center project over a four-year period.
 

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