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Next Lunch Meeting: December 3

Wednesday, December 3
Socialize @ Noon!
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
WAC

WA State Secretary of Health Dennis Worsham

In this conversation, Dennis will reflect on the lessons, surprises, and insights gained during his early months leading Washington’s public health system. We’ll examine the challenges affecting access, quality, and community wellness- and the strategic opportunities emerging for long-term improvement. This is a pivotal moment to reimagine what a healthy Washington can look like.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP TO ATTEND! 

The Rotary Club of Seattle is participating with the Washington Athletic Club (WAC) in a gift drive for Happy Bundles, bringing happiness to children fighting cancer.

Drop off a new, unwrapped toy for a boy or girl aged 1–18 at the registration desk during our December 3 lunch meeting and help us bring holiday joy to children battling cancer. Together, let’s make this season a little brighter!

Happy Bundles at the WAC

 

Happy Bundles

Early 2026 Lunch Meeting Schedule

We will have event registration links up soon for our 2026 lunch meetings. Please mark these dates and speakers in your calendars!

Wednesday, January 7 at the WAC with the Rotary Club of the PNW to End Sex Trafficking

Wednesday, January 21 at the WAC with Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes

Wednesday, January 28 on Zoom with Dan Nelson of World Cup 2026

Wednesday, February 4 at the Motif Hotel with former Seattle University President, recently named Georgetown University President Eduardo Penalver

Wednesday, February 18 at the WAC with Washington State Superintendent Chris Reykdal

SRSF UPDATE

Please ask that your favorite local and international organizations apply for a grant as we are accepting applications until March 11. 

Applicants may be asked to present to the Local or International Service Committee, so we are discouraging last minute submissions this year!

CLICK HERE to give to SRSF!

or 

CLICK HERE to make your pledge to give before January 31!

Get Involved!

Sunday, November 30
6:45 PM
Benaroya Hall

Narae: A Korean American Cultural Celebration

Please join our arts interest group for an evening at Narae: A Korean American Cultural Celebration! CLICK HERE for tickets. If attending, please meet other members in the lobby at 6:45.
 

Narae is a landmark Korean American cultural celebration that brings communities together under the embrace of Narae (wings).

Through breathtaking performances, immersive storytelling, and world-class artistry, audiences will journey through a dynamic tapestry of sound and movement. This showcase of Korean heritage promises an unforgettable experience that rises, resonates, and soars.

Monday, December 15
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Queen City Yacht Club

Annual Holiday Party

Our bartenders as 
always will be “Good Pour” Pete Delaunay and “Jolly” John Steckler. Rest 
assured we will be dancing again this year, thanks to a dj recommendation 
from Assunta Ng. See you there! 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Wednesday, December 17
12:30 PM
WAC

Invitation to our Christmas Card Kindness Initiative

This holiday season, we are delighted to continue spreading kindness and connection with the wonderful children of the Rotary Boys & Girls Club. Following the success of our Back-to-School Cards project, we invite every Rotarian to join us once again—this time with a festive twist perfect for the season of giving.

On Tuesday, December 17, at our in-person Rotary meeting, we will launch our Christmas Card Kindness Initiative. Each Rotarian is warmly encouraged to bring two cards (We will have large, colorful envelopes to place both cards):

1. One signed Christmas or Holiday card with your personal message of encouragement, joy, and kindness. (See examples below.)

2. One blank card, which will be given to a child so they can write a message to someone meaningful in their own life—a parent, a friend, a teacher, or anyone who deserves a little holiday cheer.

This simple act turns our gesture of kindness into something even more powerful: a ripple effect that teaches children the joy of giving, gratitude, and spreading holiday spirit. With your help, each child will feel celebrated and empowered to brighten someone else’s day.

I trust you will join Lori Walker, me, and our entire Education Group in making this heartfelt initiative a success. Together, we can help over 70 kids feel supported while nurturing the beautiful habit of kindness.

Thank you for bringing your generosity—and your cards and a pen—on December 17. Let’s make this a holiday season to remember.

Examples:

1. Merry Christmas! Wishing you a holiday filled with twinkling lights, cozy surprises, and a little bit of Christmas magic in every moment. There’s a blank card inside just for you—give it to someone special so you can sprinkle a little magic on their day too!

2. Ho ho ho! Hope your Christmas is full of giggles, sparkle, and wonder—just like you! You’ll find a blank card with this one. It’s waiting for you to write a message to someone you really care about—your own Christmas surprise!

3. Merry Christmas to a wonderful kid! May your holidays be filled with secret wishes, magical moments, and all the joy your heart can hold. Inside is a special blank card for you to give to someone dear—share a little Christmas magic with them!

4. Wishing you a Christmas full of magic dust, bright stars, and unexpected happy moments! There’s a blank card here just for you—write a message to someone you love and let them feel your Christmas magic too!

 

 
In an effort to better inform membership of the health of the club, we will start posting member additions and resignations after each month's club board meeting. October membership changes approved by the board are as follows:
 
New Members: Emily Yim, Tahsin Alam, Jim Wigfall
 
Resignations: Ev Billingslea, Ian O'Brien

LINKS TO RESOURCES

SPONSORS
 

REB Enterprises

Baird

Gates Foundation

CONTACT US

Rotary Club of Seattle
1326 5th Ave Suite 342
Seattle, WA 98101

Mary Goldie
Club Director
mary@seattlerotary.org

We love to see our Rotary members promoting good works in our community and abroad!  If you have a project or fundraiser that you are excited about and would like to promote to your fellow club members, please check in with our Club Director, Mary Goldie, before distributing information or invitations through our email roster.  We value the privacy of our members’ contact information and can let you know the appropriate ways to reach out to folks in our club. Thank you!! 

Our Commitment to Social Justice

Seattle Rotary denounces racism and the marginalization of people from any group and in any way.
 
We ask all to stand in solidarity with members of our community who are experiencing any form of racism, xenophobia, or marginalization.
 
Upcoming Events
Local Service Committee Monthly Meetings
Zoom
Dec 09, 2025 10:30 AM
 
Rotary Club of Seattle Board of Directors Meetings
Skinner Building 7th Floor Conference Room
Dec 09, 2025 1:00 PM
 
Education Interest Group Monthly Meetings
Zoom
Dec 12, 2025 10:00 AM
 
December 15 Holiday Party
2608 Boyer Ave. E
Dec 15, 2025 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (UTC-08:00)
 
Mentor Committee
Dec 17, 2025 11:30 AM
 
December 17 Lunch Meeting at the WAC with local NBA legend James Donaldson
1325 6th Avenue
Dec 17, 2025 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Pacific Standard Time (UTC-08:00)
 
Seattle Rotary Service Foundation Board Meetings
Dec 18, 2025 12:00 PM
 
International Service Committee
On Zoom
Dec 19, 2025 10:00 AM
 
Education Interest Group Monthly Meetings
Zoom
Jan 09, 2026 10:00 AM
 
Local Service Committee Monthly Meetings
Zoom
Jan 13, 2026 10:30 AM
 
View entire list

New Members in October

Jim Wigfall
Emily Yim
Tahsin Alam

CELEBRATING THIS WEEK 

November 28-December 4
 
Mary Wagner
Mike Barrett
Carl Lucks
Carese Busby
Nicole Klein

NOVEMBER CLUB
MEMBERSHIP
ANNIVERSARIES

These are club membership (not total years of Rotary membership) anniversaries only
 
7 Years
Mary Johnstone
 
8 Years
Gene Boes
 
11 Years
Robyn Grad
 
19 Years
Dave Kraft
 
23 Years
Terry Van Nostrand
 
26 Years
Trish Bostrom
 
27 Years
Jonelle Johnson
 
37 Years
Tracy Garland
 
38 Years
Sue McNab

Get Involved

Meet fellow Rotarians and get involved in service.  See below for a list of committees.  Email the committee chair by clicking on their name.  Or, contact Mary Goldie for more information. 

SERVICE COMMITTEES
 

International Service
Maddy Vonhoff
 
Local Service
Jevon Powell
 

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEES

 
Member Engagement & Recruitment
Sue McNab and Stephen Morse
 
New Member Introduction

Ani Black

Rotary Cares
Marsha Mutisi
 

PROGRAM AND MARKETING COMMITTEES
 

Music
Programs
Meeting Reporters
 

OTHER COMMITTEES

Finance

Get Connected!

1. Join our club's LinkedIn Group.
2. Recommend fellow Rotarians.
3. Include Seattle Rotary 4 in your profile. 
4. Invite your connections to a weekly meeting, and let mary@seattlerotary.org know so they may be introduced. 
 
If you don't already have a LinkedIn profile, CLICK HERE to learn how to get started. 
 

SEATTLE 4 ROTARY AUDIO VISUAL SPONSORS

Video of Seattle 4 Rotary Programs are available online thanks to the generous support of our Seattle Rotary Audio Visual Sponsors.

In addition to supporting our club, becoming a Seattle 4 Rotary Audio Visual Sponsor brings many benefits. To learn more, click here, or contact Mary for more details at
mary@seattlerotary.org.

Do You Have Any Musical Instruments to Donate to Students in Need?  

Music4Life is a non-profit and project of Rotary District 5030 that distributes musical instruments to public school students in need. 

We welcome any gently used musical instruments you wish to donate. They can be delivered directly to these local music stores that are now open: American Music in  Phinney  Ridge and Kennelly Keys Music in Bellevue, Lynnwood, and Everett.

Please accompany your instrument with the PDF donation form, linked below.

Contact Marli Iverson at marli.iverson@comcast.net 
for additional information or visit the website at www.Music4Life.org.

ROTARY CARES


Would You Like Support from Your Fellow  Members? 

Our Rotary Cares team is ready to listen and to support you.  One of the wonderful things about our club is that you have many friends --you just need to reach out to tap into our amazing network of caring people.  Please contact our Rotary Cares Committee Chair to let us know how we can help. 
 
 
Marsha Mutisi:
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