Sign up for our next "Events Around Town" on Wednesday, 2/12/25! Remember, this is the second week of the month, so no regular lunch meeting—just lots of fun around Tucson. Here are the events:
Mark Irvin/John Duval hosting at Batey Puerto Rican Gastronomy – 4230 N. Oracle Rd. #100
Glenn Ewing/Bobby Larson hosting at Vero Amore - 2920 N. Swan
Brittany Battle/Khris Dodge hosting at The Monica - 40 E. Congress
Phil Gutt hosting at Amelia's - 5553 E. Grant
Vic Jacobs, Marcia Krumwiede, Angela Moore (Women's Lunch) at Locale - 60 N. Alvernon Way
These events are hosted by members at different restaurants across town, and we'd love for you to get involved! If you’re interested in hosting, let President Kurtis or the Rotary office know. Just send over the location and how many people you'll be hosting.
Want to join in? Sign up on the home page of the website under "Upcoming Events." You’ll be responsible for your own meal, but the good times are on us!
Big thanks in advance to our awesome hosts! And again, no lunch meeting on 2/12/25.
What a fantastic evening we had at the Rotary Club of Tucson’s Social Mixer at Charro Vida on February 5th! The turnout was great, and it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow Rotarians over delicious food and drinks. Everyone had a blast, enjoying the lively atmosphere and friendly conversations.
With the no-host bar, the chance to mingle and meet new faces, and the fabulous food, the evening truly hit all the right notes. We’re so glad so many of you could join us for this fun and casual event. If you missed it, don’t worry—there are always more opportunities to gather, enjoy, and connect!
Thank you to everyone who made it out, and we hope to see you at the next event!
Inviting prospective members to Rotary events is a great way to showcase the club's values and service. The Club covering the cost of lunch for first-time attendees is a generous touch that can make newcomers feel welcome and appreciated. It's all about building connections and strengthening our impact in the community. We encourage you to bring your prospective members to a club meeting. They won’t be disappointed.
In honor of the Tucson Rodeo tradition, we encourage everyone attending our lunch meeting on February 19, 2025, to dress in rodeo garb. Let's celebrate this iconic event and continue the tradition of embracing Tucson's western spirit! We look forward to seeing you all in your best cowboy hats, boots, and western attire.
Hello all, what a day we had on the 31st! After a late start due to a frost delay, I feel safe in saying that a good time was had by all.
The winning team of Eric Lamb, Bobby Larson, Gary Franks and Bruce Jacobs carded 9 birdies and an eagle for a very strong 59. Congrats guys, you were clearly the best team on the day!
Otherwise, my handicapping seemed to work, the remaining 4 teams each carded a 66. So, it was close except for the winners who left the rest of us in the dust!
The large cash prize will be awarded this week to the first place team. I was planning on awarding the second place team $40. So, since all of the rest of us were in second place, I have a question. Do you want your $2.50 award or should I add it to the Beer Pot???
(which will be used at least partially after our next scheduled event).
Let me know what you think...
And just one more thing, a big thanks to all of you that came out. I don't think we've ever had 20 players (5 groups), it was fantastic!
The Hiking Fellowship's February adventure found us at the highest point in the Tucson Mountains, Wasson Peak. Joined by fellow Rotarians Ana Greif (her first time joining us), Khris Dodge, Gary Olsen, Bruce Jacobs and resident selfietographer Michael Guymon, we tamed this moderate/difficult hike covering 8 miles and 1,900 vertical feet in just over 3.5 hours of actual moving time. Fueled by the unseasonable weather and sunny skies we had a great day enjoying the views over Tucson!
Save the date for our next adventure on Saturday, March 8th when we will be heading south to hike Mount Wrightson in the Santa Rita range. This hike will be an all day affair.
Please consider your Rotary Club of Tucson Foundation (RCTF) in your charitable giving. Our Foundation has a Legacy Society that you can be a part of with a gift of $10,000 or more.
This gift can be made during lifetime or at the time of your death.
During Lifetime: As an outright gift of cash, securities or other assets; or over a period of 10 years or less; or directly through your IRA, if you are age eligible.
At Death: By naming our RCTF as a beneficiary of your Estate, Trust, Retirement Account, or Life Insurance.
When asked why he decided to contribute to the Rotary Club of Tucson Foundation and be a part of the Legacy Society, Darrell Stewart responded:
Rotary will never run short on projects, programs and causes worthy of our financial support. So why the RCOT Legacy Society? For me, I want to leave a lasting contribution to local youth seeking to further their education. Consequently, the endowment within the RCOT Scholarship Fund is the perfect vehicle to accomplish that. Darrell also reached out to Larry Adamson. Larry is available to assist anyone interested in being a part of the Legacy Society. We have the forms to document your contributions.
We are holding an Appreciation Event on February 18th for all Legacy Society Members. It is not too late to join the Legacy Society and attend this event. Please reach out to us with any questions.
Planned Giving Committee:
Jo DeChatelet, Chair, Charlotte Harris, Marcia Krumwiede, Lee Olitzky, Darrell Stewart
Yea! For the first time in several months, No new Wild or Variant Polio paralysis cases were reported this week - although there were a large number of Polio positive environmental samples. We are now 4 weeks since the most recent report of a child being paralyzed by the Wild Polio Virus in Pakistan.
New Polio Samples reported this week - Pakistan: 39 WPV1-positive environmental samples; Algeria: one cVDPV2-positive environmental sample
The Final Two Polio Endemic Countries:
PakistanNo new Wild Polio cases reported this week. One Wild Polio case reported in 2025. Seventy-three Wild Polio cases reported in 2024. Six Wild Polio Cases reported in 2023. The most recent case had an onset of paralysis on 1/07/25. Thirty-nine WPV1 Environmental Samples and no cVDPV2 Positive Environmental Samples were reported this week in Pakistan.
AfghanistanNo new Wild Polio cases reported this week. No Wild Polio cases reported in 2025. Twenty-five Wild Polio cases reported in 2024. Six Wild Polio Cases reported in 2023. The most recent case had an onset of paralysis on 11/05/24. No WPV1 Environmental Samples and no cVDPV2 Positive Environmental Samples were reported this week in Afghanistan.
Advocate, Donate & Educate to END POLIO NOW & FOREVER!
Over 3 Billion Children Immunized
21,000,000 Children Saved from the Paralysis of Polio
Lead: Nancy Gutt (the_nance@comcast.net) Please email me if you plan on helping out on the TRAK day!
TRAK: Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids: 3250 E. Allen Road
Saturday, February 22nd, and March 15th
Time: 8:00 - noon
Come and be a "Rancher" for the day! Please bring work gloves, refillable water bottles, and wear boots or shoes that can get dirty. We will take, sweep, shovel, feed, water, brush, have fun and more!
The next Whisky Fellowship - March 8. The details are below:
You don’t want to be one of the few who miss this. Rumors are already flying that this one will be our most impressive extravaganza/lallapaloosa/production yet…..
Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Start time: 6:00 PM - End time: That's up to you.
Who's invited: All the cool Rotarians (hence your invitation).
Who else is invited: Anyone/everyone who is philanthropic, fun, and who YOU believe would be a great new Rotarian; and/or your significant other.
Cost of entry: $20 plus an interesting bottle of whisky.
Can the bottle go back home with you?: Absolutely.
Bonus Points for: A bourbon that impresses Brett Stein, or a Rye that impresses me (FYI - I'm way easier to impress than Brett).
Food: But of course... ample amounts of your favorite munches.
Where: My wife Bonnie’s and my oh so inviting home.4901 N Avenida de Castilla, Tucson (in the Hacienda del Sol Estates community).
Lead: Nancy Gutt (the_nance@comcast.net) Please email me if you plan on helping out on the TRAK day!
TRAK: Therapeutic Ranch for Animals and Kids: 3250 E. Allen Road
Saturday, March 15th
Time: 8:00 - noon
Come and be a "Rancher" for the day! Please bring work gloves, refillable water bottles, and wear boots or shoes that can get dirty. We will take, sweep, shovel, feed, water, brush, have fun and more!
At the Rotary Club of Tucson, we believe in giving back to our community and supporting causes that make a real difference. And now, it’s easier than ever to contribute to our efforts!
We’re excited to highlight a new way for you to make your donations directly to the Rotary Club of Tucson Foundation – all from the comfort of your own home! Simply head to our website, where you’ll find the gold Donation button at the top right of the menu bar. Whether you're contributing to our Scholarships, making a General Donation, or supporting our Local Charities, your generosity will help fund important initiatives that uplift our community.
But wait, there’s more! If you're joining us for lunch at the next meeting, don’t forget to look for the blue scholarship cups on the tables. These cups now feature a QR code that will take you straight to the Donation Page with just a quick scan. No need for cash or checks – donate right from your phone!
We can’t thank you enough for your ongoing support of our Foundation. Your donations directly benefit our community and empower us to continue making a meaningful impact. If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Rotary office.
Let’s continue to do good in our community – with a click, a scan, and your generous heart!
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Inviting prospective members to Rotary events is a great way to showcase the club's values and service. The Club covering the cost of lunch for first-time attendees is a generous touch that can make newcomers feel welcome and appreciated. It's all about building connections and strengthening our impact in the community. We encourage you to bring your prospective members to a club meeting. They won’t be disappointed.
The Hiking Fellowship's February adventure found us at the highest point in the Tucson Mountains, Wasson Peak. Joined by fellow Rotarians Ana Greif (her first time joining us), Khris Dodge, Gary Olsen, Bruce Jacobs and resident selfietographer Michael Guymon, we tamed this moderate/difficult hike covering 8 miles and 1,900 vertical feet in just over 3.5 hours of actual moving time. Fueled by the unseasonable weather and sunny skies we had a great day enjoying the views over Tucson!
Please consider your Rotary Club of Tucson Foundation (RCTF) in your charitable giving. Our Foundation has a Legacy Society that you can be a part of with a gift of $10,000 or more.
Yea! For the first time in several months, No new Wild or Variant Polio paralysis cases were reported this week - although there were a large number of Polio positive environmental samples. We are now 4 weeks since the most recent report of a child being paralyzed by the Wild Polio Virus in Pakistan.
Join us for our
Lead: Nancy Gutt (
The next Whisky Fellowship - March 8. The details are below:
At the Rotary Club of Tucson, we believe in giving back to our community and supporting causes that make a real difference. And now, it’s easier than ever to contribute to our efforts!
