WINE TASTING AND SALE PARTY It began as more of a social event back in 2009 or so. Platters of hors d'oeuvres and fellowship were big. But we tasted and sold wine and make a small profit ($800). This was donated to the East Portland Rotary Foundation. Pete Maring and John Martin led the way. But in 2011, energetic EPR Ron Atwood took over and made it a main EVENT on the Rotary Calendar. The date was changed to September and Ron and Rebecca opened their fabulous home as the destination. Initially knowledgeable Rotarians, including Larry Salimena and John Howell, poured the wine and provided background. We now recruit professional wine experts from a local distributor to pour tastings of both local and international varieties. The sales have grown remarkably each year. By September of 2022, the profit to our Foundation was $17,121 on sales of $35, 477! We were selling cases of fine wine to Rotarians and guests for the Holidays and year-long consumption. This Event, behind the strong efforts of Ron Atwood and volunteers has become an annual major fundraiser for our Club. Come next year and sip and learn.
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Wine Tasting Sale and Party
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Ron Enna
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2022-11-15 08:00:00Z |
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On May 26, 2022 after a two year absence, the Portland Rose Festival Court returned to East Portland Rotary for their Annual visit. This year, three presenting Rosarians also just happened to be present and past Presidents of the famed organization and East Portland Rotarians as well! Pictured are Denny Baker, Bob Stader and Dwight Terry. Each Princess was interviewed on their own interests, and then, introduced another Princess. It was a exciting event, as always, and our Club was honored to host
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2022 Rose Court
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2022-10-05 07:00:00Z |
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On Thursday, May 16th, East Portland Rotary hosted our annual visit of the Portland Rose Festival Court Princesses. Each princess was escorted to lunch and their assigned seat by one of our rotary members.  For the program, our own Bob Strader, a Royal Rosarian, served as Master of Ceremonies. Each Princess was introduced by one of her fellow court members, and then posed questions designed to reveal her background and future plans. It is amazing how each Princess already has an impressive list of talents and accomplishments which is evident in their future goals. The meeting ended with each Princess giving a short 'infomercial' for one of many Rose Festival events.
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2019 Rose Festival Court Visit
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Denise Litzinger
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2019-05-25 07:00:00Z |
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Rose Festival CourtCome join us for lunch at the Moda Center on Thursday, May 16th and meet the 2019 Portland Rose Festival Court. This is an annual event for East Portland Rotary and we always look forward to hearing each princess’ story. (See 2019 Court Princesses.)Lunch is $12 and serving begins at 11:45. Program starts at 12:15. If you plan to visit us, please email president@eastportlandrotary.org by Monday, May 13th so we can be sure to have lunch and a seat ready for you.
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2019 Rose Festival Court
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Denise Litzinger
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2019-04-10 07:00:00Z |
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End Sex Trafficking We invite you to Join us to walk in the 12th Annual 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade on Sat., April 27, 2019.We will meet at 8:30 a.m. on SE Bush St. (the street running at the north end of EastPort Plaza). The walk ends at approximately 10:30 a.m. Vests, signs and candy will be provided.
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82nd Avenue of Roses Parade
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Dana Clark
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2019-04-07 07:00:00Z |
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 On January 11, 2019 the Oregon Department of Justice had their first annual National Human Trafficking Awareness Day Awards Ceremony. The Rotary Clubs of Oregon were recognized for their support, activities, advocacy, education and awareness related to the great strides our communities have made these past 7 years. District 5100 Includes Salem to Clark County and the Washington/Oregon Coast to Wallowa County. The remainder of Oregon is part of District 5110. Grants Pass has been active and a former Portland Rotarian took the work East Portland has been doing to the Newport, Lincoln City and surrounding areas.
Thank you Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum and her Statewide Trafficking Intervention Advisory Committee who nominated Rotary for this award. Dana Clark was honored to receive this award on behalf of the Rotary Clubs in Oregon from Officer Mike Gallagher and Liz Alston, Oregon CSEC Coordinator DHS.
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Oregon DOJ Recognizes Rotary Contribution
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Dana Clark
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2019-01-28 08:00:00Z |
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On National Human Trafficking Awareness Day (January 11, 2019), over 70 people walked NE 82nd Avenue from Glisan Street to Sandy Boulevard. Historically, this portion of 82nd was known for prostitution. Our goal was to gather Rotarians, Interactors, friends, family, community members and survivors. Law enforcement (including the Sex Trafficking Unit, and parole and gang officers) joined us to show their support for those youth still in the life. We walked carrying battery operated candles, safety vests and anti-trafficking signs. We demonstrated to the youth that we know they don’t have the choice when their trafficker sends them out to find “dates” no matter the weather.
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Candlelight Vigil for Human Trafficking
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Dana Clark
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2019-01-11 08:00:00Z |
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A Walk to End Slavery - Candlelight Vigil Please join us on Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Our multi-club committee has participated in the 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade for several years and we have walked from from 82nd and Holgate to Stark (1.9 miles). This year we are walking on Jan. 11th at 6 p.m. from 82nd and Glisan to Sandy Blvd. 82nd Avenue has been and still is known for Trafficking activities. Our goal is to have a large group of individuals (Rotarians, friends and family) walking to raise awareness of this issue and acknowledge that victims of trafficking cannot make the choice to stay in and be warm. Last year we did a Candlelight Vigil and Flash Mob in Pioneer Square. We will use those battery operated candles for the walk on Jan. 11th. This is an important opportunity to show Rotary cares. A Press Release will be made. All Rotarians, friends, and family members are welcome to participate. The East Precinct Sex Trafficking Unit will also be joining us as we kick off the walk at the Montavilla Community Center. Please join us for a couple hours and wear warm clothing and rain gear.
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Shine a Light on Slavery
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Dana Clark
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2018-12-09 08:00:00Z |
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Posted on Dec 06, 2018
 A great time was had by all as East Portland Rotarians, spouses and friends gathered to celebrate the season. This year's event was held in Southeast Portland at Eastmoreland Golf Course.
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East Portland Rotary Holiday Party
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Phill Colombo
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2018-12-06 08:00:00Z |
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