Rotary Club of Folsom: 5th Thursday Social Event - January 29,2026
This week, we did not hold our regular meeting at the Rotary Clubhouse. Instead, we gathered for our Fifth Thursday Social, enjoying a special evening together at Uncle Charlie’s Firehouse & Brew!
Fifth Thursday Social = Brew-tastic Night!
What a fantastic Fifth Thursday Social we enjoyed this week at Uncle Charlie’s Firehouse & Brew! Our club loved coming together to support a fellow Rotarian-owned business, proudly owned by Rotarian Charlie Grows and his daughter, Taryn Grows.
Charlie treated us to an exclusive behind-the-scenes brewery tour, sharing the story, passion, and craftsmanship that go into every brew. It was both fun and informative, and a great reminder of the entrepreneurial spirit within our Rotary family.
Dinner featured an incredible taco bar from Sutter Street Taqueria, provided by fellow Rotarian Rosario Rodriguez. It was absolutely delicious and a huge hit with everyone.
A special shout-out to Taryn, our brew-tifully fantastic hostess. She kept the energy high, the laughs flowing, and led a beer-themed trivia game that had everyone entertained and engaged.
The night was filled with great food, great drinks, and even better company. It was another wonderful example of how special our Rotary community truly is. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a memorable evening.
Rotary Valentine’s / Palentine’s Party
Folsom Community Center
Spouses, partners, and significant others are invited for an evening of fellowship and celebration.
RSVP (by February 5, 2026) to President Scott Bailey: scottbaileyimc@comcast.net | (916) 204-9139
Rotary District 5180 Conference - May 1 to May 3, 2026
Early Bird Registration: $325, EXTENDED TO MARCH 1, 2026!
After March 1: $375
Caesars Republic, South Lake Tahoe
Join Rotarians from across the District for connection, inspiration, and celebration.
Comedian Kay Frances, Poker Run, Plunge for Polio, Speech Contest, Dueling Pianos, Awards Night, Guest Speaker Nathan Gutierrez, and more.
District Conference Chair: Ryan Jantzen (916)947-2673
Registration questions: Contact Frank Woods: fcwoods@sbcglobal.net
Volunteers Needed: Dictionary Distribution
We are in the midst of our Rotary Dictionary Project, distributing dictionaries to third grade students throughout Folsom. Volunteers are needed to help with upcoming school visits.
Please click on the: Dictionary Distribution Sign-up Sheet to view available time slots and lend a hand in this meaningful project.
For more information or questions, please contact: Chuck Thompson
Leadership Conference Mentors Needed
31st Annual Dave West Partnerships for Tomorrow Leadership Conference
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Lakeside Church
8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Mentors are needed. No special experience required, just a willingness to share your story.
Contact: Ryan Jantzen ryanjantzen@comcast.net | 916-947-2673
Upcoming Speaker:
Kimberly Nnowalue, President and Founder, Sierra Overlook Animal Rescue
We are pleased to welcome Kimberly Nnowalue, as our guest speaker on February 5, 2026. Kimberly is a dedicated animal welfare professional and the founder of Sierra Overlook Animal Rescue (SOAR), a Northern California-based nonprofit providing second chances for animals coming from high-stress or neglectful environments. Her work focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, and behavioral enrichment, ensuring each animal receives the physical and emotional support needed to thrive. Kimberly will share insights into the challenges of modern animal rescue along with heartwarming success stories from her work.
Rotary Reflection:
This month’s Fifth Thursday Social was a perfect reminder of what makes Rotary special. When we come together to support one another, share our stories, and strengthen our connections, we build more than fellowship. We build trust, community, and lasting impact. Rotary is not just about service projects or meetings, it is about relationships rooted in shared values and a commitment to doing good together. When Rotarians support Rotarians, our reach extends even further into the community we serve. #BetterTogether
February Birthdays and Anniversaries:
Happy Birthday to the following members:
- Jason Brinitzer - February 1
- Bob Hoffman - February 8
- Ken Stuart - February 17
- Gary Krause - February 27
- Olga Garton - February 28
Happy Anniversary to the following couples:
- John and Leslie Kemp - February 16 - 64 years
- Gary and Sharon Krause - February 11 - 37 years
Happy Rotary Anniversary to the following members:
- Jim Padgett - February 1 - 44 years
- Rik Bennett - February 20 - 40 years
- Frank Woods - February 19 - 39 years
- Scott Moore - February 18 - 10 years
- Jim Ortega - February 28 - 8 years
- Scott Bailey - February 14 - 7 years
- Dawn Johnson - February 14 - 7 years
- Mark Fuller - February 20 - 6 years
- Ryan DeVore - February 28 - 3 years
