Alan Lowe- Poet Laureate 

 

 Alan's poems and stories are always special to hear. Today reflecting on returning to the rhythms of Fall.

 

Here is the quote of the day:

"A poem is the very image of life expressed in it's eternal truth" Percy Shelby

 

Brian greeted everyone as leader since Richard is out of town. Dick led the Pledge and Darrell the Four-Way Test.

Approximately 34 members were present including the Guest Speaker, Lisa Ternero.

Kris addressed Night at the Races saying volunteers WILL receive email saying what time to arrive for whatever your volunteer responsibility requires.  She said she doesn't know when she will do the email but trust it will arrive.

Brian reminded members that Tour de Lincoln is October 21st just 4 weeks away. Participants are down this year so be sure to reach out to friends who might be interested . Volunteers will be needed both Friday 9-4 and Saturday 9-2 and sign-ups will be available soon. Paul reported that WCS has plans to collaborate with (or support financially) the Peace Corps for a project to be determined. Carol asked if members who participate in the Auburn Ravine Clean up and the Health for Kids would take pictures of Rotarians in Action for the Bulletin and the Website. 

Lisa began with a bit of family history. She met her husband Felipe when they were both students at Chico State University. Felipe was from an olive farming family in Estepa, Spain. She and her husband decided to continue the family tradition of growing and producing the best olive oil from two farms, one in Lincoln the other in Spain. 

Ternero Olive Oil is sold primarily locally and at local Farmers Markets. Lisa also supports many non-profits by working together with the olive oil sales shared with the organizations. She loves to educate people to the health benefits of olive oil and how to recognize good olive oil. At the meeting she provided samples of their olive oil for tasting a good Extra Vergin Olive Oil as well as Balsamic Vinegar. She also discussed the other products they offer such as flavored olive oil, and she educated us to the fact that olive oil should be kept in a dark area away from heat especially not in cruets by the stove. 

                            

                     

 

 

 

           The Four-Way Test

  Of the things we think, say or do:

   1.Is it the truth?

   2. Is it fair to all concerned?

   3. Will it build goodwill and

         better friendships?

   4. Will it be beneficial

        to all concerned?

 

     5. HAVE FUN !!