The AI/ChatGPT Paradigm Shift
The AI/ChatGPT Paradigm Shift by Bart Binning, Ed. D. The concept of paradigm shifts, popularized by philosopher Thomas Kuhn, refers to profound changes in scientific or societal frameworks that fundamentally alter our understanding of reality. Kuhn first presented his concept of paradigms in his 1962 seminal book “The Structure of Scientific Revolutions”. The significance of […]
Words have Power
Words Have Power by Charlie Smith As a former copy editor, I’m a words guy. Yet, through 20 years of ministry, I realize the transformative truth of Joseph Sittler’s quote, “When grammar cracks, grace erupts.” I appreciate the truth of the saying attributed to St. Francis, “Preach the gospel; if necessary use words.” I cling […]
Imagine That
Imagine That By Pat Rooney Well, what to write about? Nothing much happening in finance these days. Just rising interest rates, the Federal Reserve’s inflation fight, California banking news and crypto’s current meltdown to name a few. So many articles, so little time. And even though bad news outsells good 2 to 1, I am […]
Where exactly IS Rotary?
Where exactly IS Rotary? by Brad Poarch I’ve been thinking a lot lately about where Rotary shows up in my day-to-day life. Sure, it shows up every Tuesday for our weekly meetings, (Even if I don’t make it in person, it is still there!) but being a Rotarian is about more than just attending a […]
The Elegance of “No”
The Elegance of “No” Overcommittment in the Rear View Mirror by Ashley Perkins It is a good thing that no one has ever paid me to do things small. I love to take on big projects with big outcomes and more than once I have taken on one too many. I am a recovering over-committer […]
Motivation and Results
Motivation and Results by Christopher Lloyd One of my favorite things about Rotary Club 29 is the amount of successful business leaders who are willing to share their insight and wisdom. I often look around the room on Tuesday and wonder how people motivate their team to drive forward and push for success within their […]
Eternal Light
Eternal Light by Vered Harris Recently the 8th grade class from Heritage Hall came to Temple B’nai Israel as part of their “Explore Days.” These two days offer the students exposure to some of the diverse cultures that make up our city. In each of the three groups that visited our main sanctuary a student […]
Hope and Friendship: How Rotary provides a weekly chance for renewal in all seasons
Hope and friendship: How Rotary provides a weekly chance for renewal in all seasons by Charlie Price As the seasons turn from winter to spring, we are reminded of our community’s vitality. Icy days turn to rain and finally to sunshine, and seeing our friends and neighbors lends to a perspective focused on hope and […]
March 8, 2023 International Women’s Day – Celebrating Women in Rotary!
March 8 is International Women’s Day and as you might recall, our Rotary International President Jennifer Jones is serving as the first female president. In honor of Jennifer and International Women’s Day, we recognize the many women who have contributed to the success of Rotary International and our club… […]
Foundation Election – March 21 -31, 2023
Election for positions on the upcoming Rotary Club 29 Foundation Board will be held electronically March 21, 2:00pm through March 31, 11:59 pm through Simply Voting. Watch for the email link. This is an Approve/Reject vote. Meet the Candidates: Director: 2 year term (2023-2025) Year Joined: 2012 Years in Rotary: 10 Attendance: 100% Perfect Attendance Years: […]
Goodwill and Better Friendships: Advocacy the Rotary Way
Goodwill and Better Friendships: Advocacy the Rotary Way by Emily Lang Building goodwill and better friendships. That’s part of our mission at Rotary, and with another legislative session underway, it’s worth a pause to consider how we can all play a part in that mission through respectful advocacy. The conversations in our modern political climate don’t […]
Passing the torch
Passing the Torch by Lauren Branch I’ve spent the past 26 years dedicating myself to my work, and it is important to me that I leave a legacy that can continue even after I retire (someday). As a CEO at the tail end of my career, I spend a lot of time thinking about what […]