Events

Scott grew up in Boulder, Colorado, and pursued his medical education at the University of Colorado. He later attended Harvard University, where he earned a degree in public health. Following medical school, Scott completed his residency and a fellowship in Medicine, Infectious Disease, and Geographic Medicine at Stanford University. During his time at Stanford, Scott served as a faculty member at the medical school and directed the Human Biology course "Parasites & Pestilence" for over two decades. Currently residing in San Mateo, California, Scott served as Chief of Infectious Disease and Geographic Medicine at Kaiser Redwood City for 25 years, including through the COVID-19 pandemic. He also held the role of influenza and vaccine lead for Northern California Kaiser Permanente, contributing to public health and infectious disease management across the region.

He has appeared on The Doctors Show (CBS), Animal Planet, Discovery Channel and National Geographic (and even the Tyra Bank’s Show in New York!) about several unusual parasitic diseases in humans including leishmaniasis, tapeworm, leprosy and hookworm.

Teshionda Nickerson is the Mental Health Support Specialist at the Menlo-Atherton High School.   "She will be sharing more about what I do and the work we have done since I've been at M-A. When I think back to where we were when I started at M-A and where we are now, I am very proud of what we have accomplished."

Art in Action provides art curriculum, training, and supplies to ensure all students have access to meaningful art education. During this in-service day, the Art in Action team will share a brief overview of their mission and guide us through a hands-on project using provided materials. Your work will help bring the joy of art and creativity to children in our local communities.

PLEASE INVITE A GUEST TO HEAR WILLIAM ELLSWORTH SPEAK!

William Ellsworth is a Stanford Professor of Geophysics, Emeritus.

Here is his Stanford Profile:  My research interests can be broadly defined as the study of active faults, the earthquakes they generate and the physics of the earthquake source. A major objective of my work is to improve our knowledge of earthquake hazards through the application of physics-based understanding of the underlying processes. As Co-Director of the Stanford Center for Induced and Triggered Seismicity, my students, postdocs and I conduct multi-disciplinary studies into the causes and consequences of anthropogenic earthquakes in a wide variety of settings. I have also long been committed to earthquake risk reduction, specifically through the transfer of scientific understanding of the hazard to people, businesses, policymakers and government agencies. Before coming to Stanford in 2015, I was a research geophysicist at the U. S. Geological Survey in Menlo Park, California for more than 40 years where I focused on problems of seismicity, seismotectonics, probabilistic earthquake forecasting, and earthquake source processes

Another Seasoned Member Interview

LEVANTAR provides education, cultural programs, and support services to immigrant families in North Fair Oaks and Redwood City through established relationships.

Our dedicated team meets the needs of our community and partners with local schools, congregations, businesses, and city leaders. Together with hundreds of volunteers, we help students and parents grow — in literacy, life skills, confidence, and connection. Academic support, cultural celebrations, and learning workshops are just a few of the ways that we foster belonging and connection. This work brings together generations and cultures, planting seeds of hope and lasting change in our community.

https://wearelevantar.org/

Rotarians are People of Action!

We are making it easy for everyone to participate in service. Join us as we build winter care packages for our unhoused community members. 
 

Ali and the Board of Directors --sounds like a new rock band!

Maybe not so musical, but you'll get a mid-Rotary-year update on Club activities and plans. Not just required by our bylaws, the club assembly will give you insights into what other club members have been up to while you have been working hard in your own areas of interest and expertise. 
Come and celebrate as we Unite for Good. 

Artificial Intelligence expert Susan Gonzales will present Generative AI - What is it and Why Does it Matter to You? A Conversation About AI and What You Need to Know! AI isn't coming someday; it is here, and everyone needs to understand the impact of this unprecedented technology. Join a conversation with a local resident and global AI expert who founded a nonprofit in 2019 to help people understand the opportunities and challenges with AI.

See www.aiandyou.org to learn more.

Rotarian Amy will review her recent trip to Kenya, including the club’s solar stove project in Kolong Village and delivery of books to Oloigero Primary School, as well as fellowship with the Rotary Clubs of Athi River and the Maasai Mara. Bonus pictures of wild animals!

Fairfax-based Filmmaker and author Len Dell'Amico will present Friend of the Devil: Len Dell'Amico Reflects on a Career with Jerry Garcia & the Grateful Dead. He will share stories and insights from his 2025 book Friend of the Devil, a refreshing and resonant look at his years working with the Grateful Dead and the creative spirit that defined one of America’s most iconic bands. As the Dead’s longtime video director and a close collaborator on concert films and documentaries, Dell’Amico offers a behind-the-scenes view of how music, friendship, and improvisation came together to create something timeless.

Melissa Prandi went on a Rotary international trip for H2OpenDoors while also delivering Save a Girl Hygiene Kits in Uganda. Melissa was so moved by the need to protect and help children and women in Uganda and her life was changed forever. Melissa went home to USA and founded The Melissa Prandi Children Foundation in partnership with Rotarian Ugandans.

The Melissa Prandi Children Foundation empowers impoverished communities in Uganda with educational opportunities, vocational training, microloans and donations of food and crucial supplies. Our mission is to give youth access to quality and higher education. With our “sponsor a student” program, our youth have become the first of their families to graduate from college! Our vocational training centers & microloans empower young women to be economically independent and stable.

https://mpchildrenfoundation.org/

Student tutors from Menlo Park high schools will be speaking about their tutoring experiences.

Healthy Cities Tutoring helps kids who struggle to succeed in school. Community volunteers provide one-on-one tutoring and mentoring for children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to improve their academic performance, engagement in learning and self-esteem.

https://healthycities.site/about-healthy-cities-tutoring/