Events

• Rise Against Hunger food packing August 20^th 8 am to 11 am (Druid’s Hall – need 15 volunteers)

Executive Officer for the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority

San Rafael/Marin Bocce Federation courts 

Tribal Rising India - How to help defeat the caste system in India to improve the lives of others.

I am a native Californian with a great interest in the history of Marin County where I have lived since 1985. My first book, Moments in Marin History: Familiar Tales and Untold Stories was published on July 25, 2022 by Fonthill Press. I worked as both a history teacher and Library Director in Marin County Schools for over 25 years earning my Bachelor's degree from U.C. Berkeley and advanced degrees from San Francisco and San Jose State universities. Working as a volunteer for the Marin History Museum, I have written over 140 “History Watch” columns that have appeared in the Marin Independent Journal newspaper

Plenty of hamburgers, local comedians, a live auction, and much more at the Rotary Club of Ignacio’s first Burgers, Brews, and Comedy Night.  It will be held at the Jonas Center at the Indian Valley Campus of the College of Marin from 6-9 p.m., Saturday, September 24^th. Everyone is invited to enjoy this special evening. Early bird tickets are $100 per person (after September 10 the price increases to $110). Corporate sponsorship tables for eight people are $800 per table which includes VIP seating and special recognition.

Local commedians will be performing at the event. The headliner is Novato resident Gina Stahl-Haven. Gina Stahl-Haven is a San Francisco Bay Area based comic who has been active in the comedy and improv world for 15 years. She was the runner up at the 2019 San Francisco International Comedy Competition. (the first woman in 36  years and the only woman other than Ellen Degeneres to hold this title). Gina has been featured in the Boston Comedy Festival, Un-Scripted Theatre Company, SF Improv Festival, Hawaii Improv Festival, on the Andrea Savage podcast, and at comedy clubs throughout the country. Just recently auditioned on the TV program American’s Got Talent. Frequently recognized for her captivating story-telling, Gina’s real take on life, motherhood, dating, and navigating Costco; combined with her intoxicating stage presence make her irresistible to watch. The hour long comedy program will be hosted by Jon Lehre and featuring comedian Phil Johnson

The live auction will include a cruise for two, a golf package, golf pro lessons, vacation home rental, and much more.

To purchase your tickets before September 10^th,go to the Rotary Club web site at https://www.ignaciorotary.org or call Co-Chairs Gary Butler, 415-717-5598; or Jennifer Goldfinger, 415-892-0435.

Join us for a lovely Marin Hike and a sumptious picnic with our good friends from the Rotary Club of San Rafael Evening.  Beautiful views and fun fellowship are part of the package!