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The Rotary Club of Folsom lives by Service Above Self, supporting local community and international projects. Join us Thursdays at the Robert H.

Miller III Rotary Clubhouse, 7150 Baldwin Dam Rd, Folsom. Social: 6:30 PM | Meeting: 7–8:30 PM. The Rotary Club of Folsom is one of three Rotary Clubs in the city of Folsom. It is the only club that meets in the evening (Thursday, 6:30 PM). The club has 70-80 active members and has been giving back to the Folsom community since 1953.

08/18/2026

🍻 Prost, Folsom! 🇩🇪

Mark your calendars for one of Folsom’s favorite fall traditions!

The Rotary Club of Folsom and Folsom Lake Rotary are excited to bring you our annual Oktoberfest celebration!

📅 Sunday, October 25, 2026
⏰ 3–7 PM
📍 Folsom Community Center
52 Natoma St., Folsom

Get ready for an afternoon of German food, beer & wine, live music, dancing, games and plenty of fun!

🎶 Live music by The Gruber Family Band, the #1 Oktoberfest band in the western U.S.
🥨 All-you-can-eat German-style food
🍺 Beer & wine
🎟️ Silent auction items & prizes
💃 Dancing, games & fun

And the best part? Your celebration helps make a difference right here in our community. Proceeds support Rotary’s local service projects and partnerships with organizations including Twin Lakes Food Bank, HART of Folsom, Folsom’s Hope, Powerhouse Ministries and many more.

❤️ Come celebrate with us and help us Create Lasting Impact in our community.

🎟️ Tickets and additional details coming soon!

SAVE THE DATE — October 25! 🍻🇩🇪

08/12/2026

This week, the Rotary Club of Folsom is pleased to welcome Folsom Fire Chief Jason Solak as our guest speaker.

Chief Solak brings more than 30 years of fire service and leadership experience to Folsom. Before joining the City of Folsom, he spent 25 years with the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department, most recently serving as Deputy Fire Chief overseeing operations, training and emergency response readiness.

His career has also included service with the U.S. Forest Service, Rocklin and Benicia fire departments, as well as FEMA’s Urban Search and Rescue Team. A longtime Folsom resident, Chief Solak is now leading the department he has called his community for more than two decades.

We look forward to hearing from Chief Solak about the Folsom Fire Department, public safety, and the priorities ahead for our community.

Thursday, August 13, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Robert H. Miller III Rotary Clubhouse
7150 Baldwin Dam Road, Folsom

08/05/2026

Rotary Club of Folsom members, we hope you’ll join us this Thursday, August 6, at the Robert H. Miller III Rotary Clubhouse.

Social time begins at 6:30 p.m., with dinner and our regular meeting at 7:00 p.m.

Following the meeting, we’ll have some travel-themed trivia. If you’d like to get into the spirit, feel free to wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt or any vacation or tourist-inspired attire.

We look forward to seeing everyone for an enjoyable evening and some friendly competition!

07/28/2026

Celebrating Rotary Service: Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions

At our recent meeting, the Rotary Club of Folsom had the privilege of recognizing two outstanding members with Paul Harris Fellow honors, one of Rotary’s highest recognitions.

A Paul Harris Fellow recognizes significant support of The Rotary Foundation and the humanitarian work it makes possible around the world. Each Paul Harris Fellow level represents $1,000 in cumulative contributions to the Foundation, with additional recognition earned for each additional $1,000.

Congratulations to Vicki Bencken, Paul Harris Fellow +7, in recognition of her longstanding commitment to Rotary and her passion for serving and inspiring young people. Through her involvement with Rotary Youth Exchange, RYLA, and many other areas of service, Vicki continues to demonstrate exceptional leadership and a true commitment to giving back. We are proud to have her serving as our President-Elect for the 2027–2028 Rotary year.

We also congratulate Henry Sundemier, Paul Harris Fellow +3, whose many years of service and leadership have made a lasting impact on our club. Henry has served in numerous Rotary roles, including President of the Rotary Club of Folsom in 2013–2014, and continues to give his time, leadership, and support to our club.

Congratulations to Vicki and Henry on these well-deserved honors. Thank you for your continued dedication, leadership, and commitment to Service Above Self.

Rotary Greater Sacramento Area District 5180

07/27/2026

Rotary Club of Folsom Members:

There is no regular meeting this week!

Instead, we’ll be gathering for our Fifth Thursday Social at Uncle Charlie’s Firehouse & Brew.

Join your fellow Rotarians for an evening of trivia, laughs, and fun as we enjoy time together outside of our regular meeting.

Thursday, July 30, 2026
6:00–8:30 PM

Uncle Charlie’s Firehouse & Brew
905 Leidesdorff St. Suite 100
Folsom, CA 95630.

Secretary Jim Padgett has already sent the event details by email. If you haven’t RSVP’d yet, please let him know as soon as possible so we can finalize our reservation.

We look forward to spending the evening with you!

07/25/2026

The Rotary Club of Sacramento is Throwing District Governor Nominee Ryan Jantzen a 60th Birthday Party! 🥳 (Well… Sort Of!)

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, District Governor Nominee Ryan Jantzen will celebrate his 60th birthday the best way he knows how—combining two of his greatest passions: Rotary and cycling!

He’ll be spending the day on two wheels, surrounded by fellow Rotarians and friends at the Sac Century Challenge.

Hosted by the Rotary Club of Sacramento, this annual cycling event raises critical funds for the Sacramento Children’s Home Crisis Nursery, helping provide emergency care and support for children and families in crisis throughout our region.

Ryan is inviting fellow Rotarians, friends, and cycling enthusiasts to celebrate with him by joining his team on the Metric Century (63-mile) ride. His goal is to average 20 mph, with plenty of rest stops along the way.

Prefer a more “relaxed” pace? Rotarian Samantha Davidson will be leading a team on the 36-mile route, making every rest stop and enjoying the ride, and the shared purpose of supporting an incredible cause.

When the ride is over, the celebration continues with food, drinks, and live music from The Roadies, a band made up of fellow Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Sacramento.

Whether you’re an experienced cyclist, a casual rider, or simply looking for a fun way to support a great cause, we’d love to see a strong turnout from the Rotary Club of Folsom and Rotarians from across Rotary District 5180.

For more information and to register, visit sacramentocentury.com.

Interested in riding with District Governor Nominee Ryan Jantzen’s team or Samantha Davidson’s team? Reach out to Ryan Jantzen or Samantha Davidson for more details. We hope to see you on October 3!

Rotary Club of Sacramento | Rotary Greater Sacramento Area District 5180

07/23/2026

Service Above Self is more than a motto, it’s a commitment demonstrated through generosity, leadership, and a dedication to making a difference.

At our recent meeting, the Rotary Club of Folsom had the privilege of recognizing two individuals with Paul Harris Fellow honors, one of Rotary’s highest recognitions. A Paul Harris Fellow celebrates those whose contributions to The Rotary Foundation help advance peace, improve health, expand education, and create lasting change in communities around the world.

Congratulations to Len Hundshamer, who was recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow +2. Len’s unwavering commitment to Rotary, his willingness to serve, and his dedication to our club and community embody the very best of Rotary. Recently named the Rotary Club of Folsom’s Rotarian of the Year, this recognition is a well-deserved tribute to the positive impact he continues to make through his leadership and service.

We also celebrated a very special Paul Harris Fellow recognition presented to Rotary Anne Lynne Bailey by her husband, Immediate Past President Scott Bailey. Although Lynne is not a Rotary member, her unwavering support, countless hours of service, and encouragement throughout Scott’s presidential year helped strengthen our club in countless ways. Her dedication reminds us that Rotary’s impact extends far beyond our membership, and we are deeply grateful for all she has done.

Congratulations to both Len and Lynne on these well-deserved honors. Thank you for living the spirit of Service Above Self and for making a lasting difference in our club, our community, and beyond.

Rotary Greater Sacramento Area District 5180

07/21/2026

This Thursday, discover how technology and conservation come together to protect one of our region’s greatest natural treasures!

Join the Rotary Club of Folsom as we welcome Eric Ross, Co-Vice President of the American River Natural History Association (ARNHA).

Eric is a volunteer and environmental advocate who is passionate about preserving the American River Parkway and inspiring future generations through nature education. He’ll share how community partnerships are helping protect the Effie Yeaw Nature Center and its surrounding ecosystem.

Since 1981, ARNHA has supported the Effie Yeaw Nature Center by funding educational programs, school field trips, exhibits, and conservation initiatives that connect thousands of children and adults with the natural and cultural history of the Sacramento region.

Whether you’re passionate about the outdoors, conservation, education, or simply want to learn more about one of our community’s most treasured resources, you won’t want to miss this presentation!

Thursday, July 23, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Robert H. Miller III Rotary Clubhouse
7150 Baldwin Dam Road, Folsom

07/14/2026

The Don is calling a Family Meeting.

President John “The Don” Baciocco will gather the Rotary family this Thursday evening to share his vision for the 2026–2027 Rotary year, where our club stands today, the opportunities ahead, and how every member has a role to play in our continued success.

This special evening is reserved for our Rotary Club of Folsom family—including members, spouses, partners, and our Rotary Annes—as we come together to kick off another year of “Service Above Self.”

Around here, family means a shared commitment to making our community stronger. It’s one of the many things that makes our club special.

As The Don might say… every family has its traditions, and this is one meeting you won’t want to refuse.

Just one thing… don’t be surprised if The Don asks you for a favor. Around here, favors usually look like volunteering at an event, serving on a committee, mentoring a student, or lending a hand to a fellow Rotarian. That’s how this family gets things done.

We’ll see the family on Thursday.

Rotary Club of Folsom members: Just a reminder that if you plan to have a spouse/partner or Rotary Anne attend this meeting please let Secretary Jim Padgett know today (Tuesday) if possible.

* Prospective members, we’d love to welcome you back to our regular club meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026. We look forward to seeing you then!

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6:30pm - 8:30pm

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+19168500432

Website

http://folsomrotary.org/

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