Welcome to the Rotary Club of Nevada City

 
There's something that all Rotary club members have in common: We take action. As community volunteers, we reach out to neighbors in need. We build, support, and organize. We save lives. We work locally and globally.
 
The main objective of Rotary is service -- in the community, the workplace and the world. Around the world and around the corner, the 1.2 million men and women of Rotary
  • Get involved in our communities
  • Connect with other professionals
  • Share their time and experience with young people
  • Support global causes, such as eradicating polio
  • Use our skills to help others
Rotary is not just an organization. It is a medicine for the soul, a family we choose, not inherit,
and a gift we give to ourselves and the world! Past President Cathy Wilcox-Barnes.

Whether you're a veteran volunteer or new to community service, we are looking for people like you. Contact us for more information about Rotary and how to join us.
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Join Us at Our Regular Meetings
Welcome to Nevada City Rotary
We meet In Person
Thursdays at 12:15 p.m.
Alternating Lunch & 5:30 Social meetings
420 Providence Mine Rd
Nevada City, CA 95959
United States of America
2nd & 4th Thursdays with catered lunch. Please RSVP lunch preference. 1st and 3rd Thursdays 5:30pm Social at Round Table Pizza
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Higher Flyer and Quiet Rotarians

We celebrated as DG Kurt honored two Nevada City Rotarians!

Chris Newsom — Fly Higher Award 

We are recognizing Chris as the Fly Higher Rotarian because of her astute leadership in multiple areas of service with Nevada City Rotary.  Most notably this year, after collecting almost 30,000 pounds of stretchable plastics, Chris found a sustainable solution that led to turning the program over to Stewardship Action Foundation (SAF) in September 2026.

Cathy Wilcox-Barnes — Quiet Rotarian Award 

We are recognizing Cathy with the Quiet Rotarian Award because of the many ways Cathy serves our Club as Community Services and Club Services Chair both publicly and persistently behind the scenes. Cathy’s original vision for Pumpkins for Polio expanded through her collaboration with Nevada City and Chamber leadership. The fabulous success of this year’s second Pumpkins Palooza Family Celebration and Auction is in no small part due to her behind the scenes efforts managing pumpkins harvest at Bakbraken Acres and nurturing her relationships with local City businesses.

For more details about Chris and Cathy’s contributions — 

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Honoring Dolly Parton’s Legacy

Dear Community Champion,

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Dolly Parton on August 25, 2026. Dolly was a devoted champion for children and literacy, inspired by her own father’s inability to read and write — the same inspiration behind the Imagination Library she launched in 1995, now touching millions of children and families, including thousands right here in Nevada County.

In Memory of Dolly Parton

1946 — 2026

One year ago, our community came together around the simple but powerful idea Dolly held dear: every child deserves the joy of receiving books of their very own. Thanks to the generosity of supporters like you, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is now changing lives across Nevada County – we have over 1,100 children enrolled and over 10,000 books have been mailed to local families – bringing stories, imagination, and opportunities to learn into homes every month.

Today, the Imagination Library mails more than three million free, age-appropriate books each month to children worldwide. Thanks to the Nevada City Rotary Club Foundation, First 5 Nevada County, and countless community supporters, Nevada County joined this movement one year ago — and now carries the responsibility of honoring Dolly’s legacy by making sure it lives on for generations of local children to come.

One Year of Impact

  • Over 10,000 books delivered to children across Nevada County
  • Free, high-quality books mailed each month to children from birth to age five
  • Bilingual books available for Spanish-speaking families
  • Personalized books addressed directly to each child, helping build excitement around reading
  • A program that is available to every eligible child, regardless of income or background

In memoriam of Dolly Parton and who she will continue to be for our children, we invite you to read more about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Nevada County and how you can honor her legacy.

Create Lasting Impact

2026-27 RI President Olayinka “Yinka” Babalola

Introduced at the 2026 International Assembly in Orlando, Florida, Create Lasting Impact builds on the connections forged under 2025–26’s Unite for Good. President Babalola’s call to action is rooted in a simple but profound distinction: outcomes show what we did—impact reveals whether it endured. “We must focus not only on outcomes, but on impact,” he said. “Change is only the beginning. Impact is what endures.”

Click for video of RIP Yinka or printable Message 

RI President Babalola traces this conviction to his own story: as a Rotaractor in Nigeria, a literacy project changed how he saw his responsibilities. “Rotary has changed us,” he told district governors elect. “It has shaped who we are and made us better people.” Transformation is not just something Rotary creates in communities—it begins in each of us.

Learn more about what this means for Nevada City Rotary ~

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Los Barriles Project 2026

District 5190 Project of the Year!

Nevada City Rotary crew returned from our 11th trip partnering with the Rotary Club of Los Barriles Cabo Este, Baja CA Sur. 
 
The team on the first day at San Bartolo included John and Sandra, Paul, Kelly and Dave, Cathy, Syd Brown, Dr Sarah Woerner, Frank, a dentist from Reno, members of Los Barriles Rotary, and East Cape Clinic staff. A second team including Chris and her friend Fran were in Los Barriles along with Jon and Martha Greene plus Dave Sundstrom from Reno Central.
 
Once again the teams partnered with East Cape Health Clinic to host multiple wellness clinics in the Los Barriles area. Students were screened for diabetes, eye sight, dental, respiratory, and skeletal issues along with overall wellness checks.
 
The kids were thrilled with their goodie bags of new toothbrushes and the toothpaste (along with the other surprises.) One little girl was very proud to show off how to use dental floss! It’s been a rewarding experience again.😁🦷 
 
We extend a special shout out to Char Wenger, one of our coordinating partners and CEO of the East Cape Clinic for well deserved recognition as Global Woman Leader.
 
Check out special photos in the Los Barriles 2026 Photo Album!
 
A big thank you to the team!  We look forward to hearing all about the clinics and your trip.  
Thank you to our Partners

The power of partnership expands our opportunities for service and the impact of our work. We celebrate and extend a special thank you to our partners during this Rotary year.

For prior years,

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District 5190, Area 4

Speakers
NC Rotary Board
Nov 09, 2026 5:30 PM
Regular Monthly Meeting
Robin Milam
Nov 12, 2026 5:30 PM
A gentle, natural alternative to cremation: Human Soil Transformation
Field Trip to Geoship
Nov 19, 2026 5:30 PM
Tour Bioceramic geodesic dome home In Bodhi Hive parking lot
Dark - No Meeting
Nov 26, 2026
Happy Thanksgiving
Chief Dan Foss
Dec 03, 2026 5:30 PM
Protecting Animals While Supporting Sobriety (PAWSS)
Bellringing at SPD
Dec 05, 2026 10:00 PM
Salvation Army
Laurie Oberholzer and Patty Eacobacci
Dec 10, 2026 12:15 PM
When the Wild Mountain Calls
Toy Run and Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Dec 12, 2026
Holiday Joy!
NC Rotary Board
Dec 14, 2026 5:30 PM
Regular Monthly Meeting
Holiday Party
Dec 17, 2026 5:30 PM
Seaman's Lodge Pioneer Park
DARK - No Meeting
Dec 24, 2026
Holiday
DARK - No Meeting
Dec 31, 2026
Holiday
Dylan Hendricks, Estate Planning Attorney
Jan 07, 2027 12:15 PM
Planned Giving 101
NC Rotary Board
Jan 11, 2027 5:30 PM
Regular Monthly Meeting
Patrick Mason
Jan 14, 2027 12:15 PM
Nevada County Consolidated Fire District
Nevada City Rotary
Jan 21, 2027 5:30 PM
Armando Salud-Ambriz
TBD
Jan 28, 2027 12:15 PM
Kashish Das Shrestha, Kathmandu Hippie Cafe
Feb 04, 2027 5:30 PM
Field Trip- Visit to Kathmandu Hippie Cafe, 426 Broad St, NC
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