RYLA Speaks

South Sacramento Rotarians always look forward to hearing from those they have sponsored at RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) in June. Imani Richards (left in photo) and Annie Nguyen shared how RYLA made a difference in their lives at South Sac's regular meeting on August 20. Both are looking forward to their senior year in high school and are ready to use what they learned at RYLA in their work at their schools. Imani attends Country Day High School, and Annie attends Luther Burbank High School.

Welcoming Jocelyn

South Sacramento Rotary welcomed Jocelyn Yap into its membership on August 13. On hand to induct her was District Governor Bob Deering. Jocelyn has been very active in the club even before becoming a member, and she is looking forward to further involvement now that she is a member. She is a realtor with Cook Realty. Pictured above form left to right are DG Bob Deering, Jocelyn, her sponsor Frank Cook, and President JR Springer.

Thanking Frank (aka Uncle Sam)

2012-13 President JR Springer (left) recently thanked Frank Cook for serving as Uncle Sam and drawing potential buyers to our fireworks stand. For years, Frank has donned an Uncle Sam outfit in VERY warm weather and stood on Freeport Boulevard enthusiastically pointing people to Rotary's fireworks stand. Thank you, Frank, for literally sweating it out!

Need Some Fireworks for the 4th?

South Sacramento Rotarians are manning a fireworks booth near Raley's on Freeport Blvd. At the left from left to right, Nancy Coben, Frank Cook, Dwight Norris, and Dave Lambros pose in front of the booth. Frank Cook (aka Uncle Sam) fills the center frame, encouraging passers-by to stop and make a purchase. At the right from left to right, Michael DiGrazia, Krysai Falltrick, and Jim Simmons show off some of the products for sale.

Rotarians Have Fun Too!

South Sacramento Rotary celebrated the year at its annual "demotion" party on June 25. Members and guests enjoy the evening in the picture at the left. In the center picture, demoted President Dave demonstrates his Hawaiian "talents." At the right, Past President Jim Tracy thanks Dave for his year of service. Dave recognized Michael DiGrazia and Barbara Tracy for their contributions with Paul Harris awards and welcomed JR Springer into his new role as President.

More Paul Harris Awards

Both Al Franks (second from left) and Dwight Norris (second from right) received their 5th Paul Harris Awards on Monday, June 18. Congratulating them are Foundation Chair Craig Stevenson (left) and Club President Dave Lambros (right).