Don Guerra uses flour and water to build connections, to make the world a better place. When Guerra founded Barrio Bread he had a vision to revive native and heritage varieties of grains in order to build a sustainable grain economy in southern Arizona. Today, his bakery is a model for the future. Guerra unites regional farmers and millers in bringing healthy whole grains, flours, and breads to consumers, expanding the meaning of Tucson’s gastronomy. With his unique, naturally fermented breads he promotes bio-diversity and drought tolerance, and enhances the nutrition and flavor profiles of the regional food supply. Guerra has won numerous awards, including the 2022 James Beard Award for Outstanding Baker. He shares his knowledge through interactive workshops and in the classroom with schoolchildren, at Tucson Village Farm and the U of A. He collaborates with brewers, restaurateurs, and retailers to bring new foods and drinks to life. It is his vision for the future that not only bakers but all food producers and chefs source a diverse array of sustainable ingredients from their local area, to sustain the global environment and the local economy.
Happy to report, our lunch meeting on August 23rd will be back in our normal meeting space, Coconino/Greenlee roomsfrom noon until 1:20 pm at Tucson Convention Center. Be sure to make note, or calendar on your phone so you don't head to the wrong room. Thank you!
The centerpieces are an idea that former club member and former club president, Phil Silvers brought back from Japan. He had been “frustrated” as what to do with the trading banners that clubs exchange when they visit other clubs. What use do clubs get out of them? So, Phil got Woody Burr, a club member and an architect, to do them. The saguaro were most likely Woody's idea. Woody bought the wood and cut them out with his jigsaw. You can put four banners on each centerpiece and multiple centerpieces on each table, if desired. They remind club members and visitors of Rotary's International presence. Katie Dusenberry provided the initial set of boxes to store them. Over the years, various members have been in charge of setting them out before the meetings and taking them down for storage after the meetings. They have been used over the years at various other Rotary gatherings such as District Conferences and the pre-dinner for the Ride to End Polio.
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Protecting the Environment: Rotary members are tackling environmental issues the way they always do: coming up with projects, using their connections to change policy and planning for the future.
Ending Polio Forever: Rotary has been working to eradicate polio for over 35 years, and our goal of ridding the earth of this disease is in sight. We started in 1979 with vaccinations for 6 million children in the Philippines. Today, Afghanistan and Pakistan are the only countries where polio remains endemic.
Just a reminder of how important it is to follow up with your member prospect. Check in to see how they enjoyed the Rotary luncheon and the mission of Rotary.
Remember, if you bring a prospect to a meeting, inform the Rotary office and their lunch is paid for by the Club.
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Don Guerra uses flour and water to build connections, to make the world a better place. When Guerra founded Barrio Bread he had a vision to revive native and heritage varieties of grains in order to build a sustainable grain economy in southern Arizona. Today, his bakery is a model for the future. Guerra unites regional farmers and millers in bringing healthy whole grains, flours, and breads to consumers, expanding the meaning of Tucson’s gastronomy. With his unique, naturally fermented breads he promotes bio-diversity and drought tolerance, and enhances the nutrition and flavor profiles of the regional food supply. Guerra has won numerous awards, including the 2022 James Beard Award for Outstanding Baker. He shares his knowledge through interactive workshops and in the classroom with schoolchildren, at Tucson Village Farm and the U of A. He collaborates with brewers, restaurateurs, and retailers to bring new foods and drinks to life. It is his vision for the future that not only bakers but all food producers and chefs source a diverse array of sustainable ingredients from their local area, to sustain the global environment and the local economy.
Our first replacement mixer for the 2023-2024 rotary year is scheduled for August 30, 2023. Please mark your calendars. More details to follow.
Happy to report, our lunch meeting on August 23rd will be back in our normal meeting space, Coconino/Greenlee rooms
The centerpieces are an idea that former club member and former club president, Phil Silvers brought back from Japan. He had been “frustrated” as what to do with the trading banners that clubs exchange when they visit other clubs. What use do clubs get out of them? So, Phil got Woody Burr, a club member and an architect, to do them. The saguaro were most likely Woody's idea. Woody bought the wood and cut them out with his jigsaw. You can put four banners on each centerpiece and multiple centerpieces on each table, if desired. They remind club members and visitors of Rotary's International presence. Katie Dusenberry provided the initial set of boxes to store them. Over the years, various members have been in charge of setting them out before the meetings and taking them down for storage after the meetings. They have been used over the years at various other Rotary gatherings such as District Conferences and the pre-dinner for the Ride to End Polio.
Just a reminder of how important it is to follow up with your member prospect. Check in to see how they enjoyed the Rotary luncheon and the mission of Rotary.
