Rotary Club Meeting
Date Time: Nov 3rd 2026 at 12:00
Attendees: Fred (President), Heather (Co-President-Elect), Mike Kasperzak (Speaker), Cathy (Past President), Geeta (District Governor), Francoise, Angela, Tori, Bert, Eric, Twana, Thida (Visitor, Satellite Club), Jack, Judy, Scott, Michael
Location: Agave Grill
* Call to order.
* Pledge of Allegiance and Thoughts for the Day: Pledge of Allegiance recited. Thoughts shared about volunteering, democracy, and Winston Churchill's quote: 'You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give.' Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.
* Upcoming Events and Announcements: Discussion of upcoming service projects:
Nov 9 – Mtn View Library book sorting
Nov 11 – Los Altos Sunset Rotary 40th
Nov 17 – General Meeting at Agave
Nov 22 – Cops and Gobblers 9am
Dec 1st – Holiday train event and membership drive
Dec 11 - Christmas party at Don Giovanni's
Special announcement: Taylor is pregnant, expecting a baby boy in May.
* Membership Updates: Francois officially becomes a full member (Blue Badge). Ongoing membership drive and proposed new member not present.
* Guest Speaker: Mike Kasperzak: Mike shared his experience reaching 4 million miles with United Airlines, lifetime Global Services status, travel stories, tips, and statistics. Q&A covered lounge access, pilot license, favorite destinations, and celebrity encounters.
* President's Club Recognition: Recognition of members who donated to the President's Club.
* Other Announcements: No birthdays this week, but celebration for Bert's upcoming significant birthday.
Service Above Self
Mountain View, CA 94041
United States