Red Bluff Rotary

Now THAT was a ROTARY WORKDAY. 💙💛

Yesterday, our fantastic group of Rotarians took some meeting time to officially stand up our new committee structure. The conversations were thoughtful, the ideas were flowing, and momentum was absolutely created. More importantly, LEADERSHIP was SHARED. And wow, does that feel SO dang good.

From Membership and Literacy to PolioPlus, Sunshine, Interact, and everything in between, Rotarians rolled up their sleeves and got to work.

And perhaps the best sign of all? We became so ENGAGED in the conversation that we completely lost track of time and ran well past our scheduled end. That's what happens when good people gather around a shared purpose.

The future feels bright, friends. Shared leadership, collective ownership, and a whole lot of ROTARY MAGIC are alive and well in Red Bluff. ✨

With deep gratitude and pride, the Red Bluff Rotary presented the Les Wolfe Honorary Scholarship at our last club meeting to Imanol Griego. This scholarship supports students pursuing careers in construction, mechanics, and the skilled trades — pathways Les believed in and championed.

Les Wolfe called Red Bluff home for 64 years. He began his working life at Red Bluff Chrysler Dodge, later worked for and ultimately owned Gibbs Auto Body, retiring after 48 years in the auto body business. Les joined Rotary in 1988 and served as club president in 1996–97 — the year our club acquired the Cone & Kimball lot that has become Cone and Kimball Plaza. He stayed involved and generous with his time and spirit until he passed in February 2026.

Congratulations, Imanol. Thank you for honoring Les’s legacy by pursuing work that builds and repairs our community. And thank you, Les — your kindness and dedication continue to make a real difference.

One of our favorite Rotary meetings of the year — honoring some incredible students! Thanks to the long-standing partnership between Red Bluff Rotary and the Red Bluff Round-Up Association, our Rotary Scholarship Program continues to thrive. Because of this relationship, we were able to award $1,500 scholarships to 22 students from Los Molinos High and Red Bluff High.

Congratulations to:
Aaliyah Sides
Addyson Alderson
Alejandra Rubio Castro
Ana Saavedra‑Cervantes
Asia Lugo
Elizabeth Monarrez
Imanol Griego
Jazlynn Goss
Jesus Dimas
Jonah French
Joshua Hartsell
Laila Atwood‑Fischer
Lila Magana
Lilly Rogers
Makaylee Webb
Marco Zepeda Garibay
Paige Ericksen
Reese Plemons
Ricardo Cherveny
Robyn Rice
Saphira Hart
Summer Kafader

Thank you, Red Bluff Round‑Up Association — we couldn’t do this without you!

What a BEAUTIFUL Saturday spent gathered TOGETHER at our ROTARY GARDEN PARTY . . . 🌿☀️

This delightful WHOLE-CLUB SOCIAL was dreamed up by the giving team known as the HEARTS OF ROTARY, and boy, did they create something SPECIAL. From tacos and games to scavenger hunts, river views, and endless conversation, the afternoon was packed with laughter, whimsy, and the kind of easy togetherness that reminds you why ROTARY FEELS LIKE A FAMILY.

These moments matter. The friendships built between the meetings, agendas, and service projects. The stories shared around tables and lawn chairs. The chance to simply slow down and enjoy one another.

Huge thanks to the HEARTS for opening their arms and creating such a welcoming, JOY-FILLED GATHERING for our club. And a very special shout-out to MARGIE for sharing her DREAMY riverside home with all of us. What a spectacular setting for an afternoon of connection and community. 💙💛