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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Behind the Scenes of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (DPIL) brings free books to children around the world and how the program thrives right here in Oregon? \nRotarian Hilly Alexander will take us behind the scenes to share how 1 in 7 children in the USA receive books from DPIL by highlighting how it works in Wilsonville. Find out who selects the books and how the books get into mailboxes. See some examples and discover the joy of reading all over again. Hilly will also share updated numbers from Wilsonville\, Oregon\, and the US that you can use to brag about the impact we have on early literacy. \nSince 2012\, the Wilsonville program has mailed over 111\,000 books to local children\, with additional sponsorship from the Wilsonville Rotary Foundation to reach families at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility.\nCome hear how this partnership continues to inspire a lifelong love of reading\, one book at a time. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nHilly Alexander has enjoyed a long career in software development and information technology\, including tech support\, computer programming\, testing\, software quality assurance\, and project management. While still working full time\, Hilly began volunteering at the Wilsonville Public Library\, which eventually turned into a second career. Some highlights of that second career include serving two terms on the Wilsonville Public Library Board and leading the campaign for the Clackamas County Library District in Wilsonville in 2008.  \nHilly currently serves on the Wilsonville Public Library Foundation Board of Directors and is the Executive Director of the Wilsonville Imagination Library\, a local partner of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library\, which she considers her best job ever. She still loves putting books back on the shelf and collecting items that library patrons have put on hold.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260212/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20251203T222218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T192115Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Building Robots\, Building People
DESCRIPTION:Error Code Xero\, Wilsonville’s award-winning robotics team\, presents their journey through the world of FIRST Robotics. Comprising students from both Wilsonville High School and West Linn High School\, the team has been building robots and competing since 2004. They will offer an exciting overview of how they design\, build\, and program robots for international competitions like the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)\, often referred to as “the varsity sport for the mind.” \nDuring the presentation\, students will also discuss opportunities for mentorship in fields such as business\, marketing\, and engineering\, as well as their community outreach efforts. Discover how they embody the team’s mission of “Building Robots\, Building People\,” as they foster both technical and leadership skills\, preparing the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260219/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260120T182348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T182422Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Leadership in Rotary
DESCRIPTION:Pat Wolfram\, District Governor Nominee for Rotary District 5100 for the 2026–27 Rotary year\, will share insights on leadership in Rotary and how it shows up in everyday service. His presentation will focus on servant leadership\, emphasizing the importance of showing up\, listening well\, and helping others succeed. \nPat will discuss how leading with understanding\, empowering others\, and maintaining continuity and purpose can help Rotary clubs and districts grow stronger and more effective\, not just this year\, but well into the future. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nPat Wolfram\, District Governor Nominee for Rotary District 5100 for the 2026–27 Rotary year and a member of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville\, joined the club in 2009 and quickly embraced the spirit of community service. His volunteer work includes chairing Wilsonville’s American Cancer Society Relay For Life committee\, organizing church mission trips to central Mexico\, and coaching youth basketball and soccer. His Rotary journey includes serving as club president\, Area Governor from 2022 to 2024\, PETS trainer and facilitator\, member of the district Vision to Action Committee\, and ShelterBox ambassador. \nPat’s professional career included roles at Tektronix\, GE Healthcare\, and several smaller technology startups. In 2007\, he and two partners founded a web-based electronic medical record company\, which they grew to 30 employees before selling the business six years later. \nPat enjoys working as part of a team\, believing collaboration makes service more meaningful\, impactful\, and fun\, while building lasting friendships. He is one of five sons raised in the high-desert logging and farming community of Klamath Falls. After college\, he moved to the country outside Portland\, where he met and married his wife\, Lori\, and together they raised three daughters. When not volunteering or spending time with family\, Pat enjoys biking\, skiing\, camping\, exploring solar and EV technology\, fixing things with his grandkids\, traveling\, and trying new foods\, minus hot peppers.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260226/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Driving in the Dark: A Road to Joy
DESCRIPTION:Rotarian Zoe Niklas will share her story drawn from her published childhood memoir. Through storytelling and reflection\, Zoe will discuss her life journey and how personal challenges\, creativity\, and resilience shaped her path forward. \nHer presentation explores how difficult experiences can influence growth\, purpose\, and perspective. Zoe’s story highlights the ways art\, work\, family\, and self-expression can become sources of strength and healing\, and how sharing our stories can create understanding and connection. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio: \nZoe Niklas has lived a richly varied life shaped by many roles\, experiences\, and creative pursuits. Her professional background spans caregiving\, retail and wholesale work\, fitness instruction\, and office positions including legislative\, educational\, and medical settings. She also owned and operated Get Fit Aerobics in Wilsonville and Canby\, where she taught group fitness for 12 years as a nationally certified instructor and Seattle Sports Medicine graduate. \nTheatre and the arts are a central part of Zoe’s life. She is a theatre costumer\, accomplished seamstress specializing in wedding gowns\, singer\, and award-winning actress. Zoe wrote\, produced\, and starred in her one-woman show Beyond the Dark\, based on her memoir Driving in the Dark: A Childhood Memoir\, which recounts her experience of surviving childhood abuse. She has been married to her college sweetheart\, David\, for more than 50 years and treasures the joys and challenges of motherhood.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260305/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20251202T005924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T191458Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: What is Community Warehouse?
DESCRIPTION:Dryden Driggers\, Outreach Coordinator for Community Warehouse\, will share how Portland’s local furniture bank provides stability\, comfort\, and dignity for neighbors working to overcome adversity. Her presentation will offer a clear look at how the organization collects donated furniture and household goods and partners with social service agencies to ensure these essential items reach families who need them most. \nShe will highlight what a furnished home can mean for a family rebuilding their life\, the simple household items that make the greatest difference\, and the role Community Warehouse plays in supporting long-term success for thousands of local residents. Dryden will also share practical ways individuals and organizations can support the mission\, help strengthen the supply of donated goods\, and make it possible for more families to live in safe\, comfortable\, and fully furnished homes. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio: \nDryden Driggers is Community Warehouse’s Outreach Coordinator and loves to talk about reuse.  She has worked at fellow reuse organization\, SCRAP and is a Master Recycler.  She is also the owner of The Resourceress\, an organizational business focusing on financial and administrative organization\, as well as helping match people’s donations to local organizations that could use these items to their fullest. \nIn her free time\, she likes to do various fiber arts projects\, hunt for cool rocks\, play with her puppy\, and work on house projects.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260312/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260201T190445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T191633Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Our Biz is BEES
DESCRIPTION:John Rockrohr\, owner of Our Biz is BEES\, will share an inside look at beekeeping and the important role bees play in our environment and local food systems. Based off Stafford Road in Tualatin\, John brings a truly local perspective to this engaging presentation. \nJohn will bring live bees in a demonstration hive\, safely enclosed behind glass\, allowing attendees to observe the bees up close and see them in action. The hive was built in his honey kitchen and is used year round for classes and community events. \nThis hands on presentation offers a unique opportunity to learn from a local beekeeper and see bees at work in a safe and controlled setting. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nJohn Rockrohr is a local beekeeper and co owner of Our Biz is BEES\, based off Stafford Road in Tualatin. He and his wife\, Gina Rockrohr\, own and operate the business\, which has deep roots in beekeeping and a strong focus on education and sustainability. \nJohn leads hands on classes and community events using a demonstration hive built in their honey kitchen\, allowing people to safely observe bees up close. His work helps community members better understand bee behavior\, hive activity\, and the important role bees play in local ecosystems and food systems.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260319/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260201T183943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T192138Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Discovering the ‘Why’ of What You Do
DESCRIPTION:Paul Menig\, founder of Business Accelerants\, will share how understanding your WHY can accelerate your impact in life and business. Knowing why you do what you do leads to greater clarity\, stronger connections\, and better decision making. \nThis presentation introduces the WHY\, HOW\, WHAT Golden Circle developed by Simon Sinek and shows how purpose connects to daily actions. Paul will explain how a clear WHY helps you stay more committed\, resilient\, focused\, and motivated. \nPaul brings decades of experience leading teams and developing new technology products across industries\, including roles at General Electric\, Eaton\, and Daimler Truck. He is known for simplifying complex ideas and making them clear and actionable for others. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nPaul Menig is the founder of Business Accelerants and has spent more than 35 years developing the business side of high-tech components for companies including General Electric\, Eaton Corporation\, and Daimler Truck. His work spans manufacturing\, technology\, and transportation across industries such as automotive\, aerospace\, medical equipment\, industrial automation\, and defense. \nToday\, Paul advises startups\, family-owned businesses\, and small-cap public companies\, helping leaders develop long-term strategies for profitable growth. His focus is on building clear strategies\, strong teams\, and efficient systems that allow leaders to grow their businesses while creating more time for their personal lives.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260326/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20251203T225458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T192208Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Wilsonville Library’s Digital Tools for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:Shasta Sasser\, Library Director at Wilsonville Public Library\, will offer an inside look at the digital tools available to everyone in our community. Today’s libraries continue to grow beyond their traditional roles\, and the Wilsonville Library provides a wide range of online resources that can be accessed from home or on the go. From eBooks and audiobooks to streaming options\, research databases\, learning platforms\, and more\, these tools are designed to support readers\, students\, families\, and lifelong learners. \nShasta will highlight how these resources work\, who can use them\, and how they help make information and learning more accessible for all. More details about the presentation will be added soon. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nShasta Sasser has worked in public libraries for 19 years\, the last 9 at the Wilsonville Public Library and the last 3 as its director. She holds an MA in English from Portland State University and an MLIS from Valdosta State University. She is a native Oregonian\, Oregon Humane Society volunteer\, and proud book nerd.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260402/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260120T162821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T120108Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Girl Scouts: Making the World a Better Place
DESCRIPTION:Amy Hammerstrom\, Development Coordinator for Corporate Giving at Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington\, will share how Girl Scouting helps girls build courage\, confidence\, and character while making the world a better place. Through Girl Scouts\, girls in kindergarten through 12th grade discover their values\, develop leadership skills\, and explore the world around them with a growing understanding of their ability to create positive change. \nAmy will provide an overview of how Girl Scouts supports leadership development and community impact\, highlighting opportunities for girls to learn\, lead\, and take action in ways that matter to them. More details about the presentation will be added soon. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nAmy Hammerstrom has spent more than a decade working in the nonprofit sector\, supporting a variety of causes and programs. She currently serves as Development Coordinator of Corporate Giving for Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington\, where she works with organizations across the state to support Girl Scout leadership programs and help girls build leadership skills and create positive change in their communities. In her free time\, Amy enjoys gardening\, sewing\, cooking\, and planning gatherings that help friends and family stay connected.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260409/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260120T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T234331Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Meet Our New Police Chief Jed Wilson
DESCRIPTION:Police Chief Jed Wilson will introduce himself as Wilsonville’s new Police Chief and provide an overview of the Wilsonville Police Department. His presentation will focus on the department’s structure\, how it operates\, and the contracted services provided through the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. He will also share recent crime data and explain how the department responds to crime in the Wilsonville community. \nThis presentation offers an opportunity to learn more about the Wilsonville Police Department\, its partnerships\, and how law enforcement works to support public safety and serve residents. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nJed Wilson began his law enforcement career with the City of Albany\, Oregon Police Department in 2004\, where he served as a patrol officer\, crisis negotiator\, and SWAT team member. In 2014\, Jed was hired by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office and spent his first few years serving the City of Wilsonville as a graveyard and swing shift deputy. He has also served as a marine deputy\, detective\, and sergeant\, and was most recently assigned to the Investigations Division as a lieutenant prior to being named Chief of the Wilsonville Police Department. \nJed is married with two teenage boys and enjoys snowboarding\, mountain biking\, hunting\, and playing guitar.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260416/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260414T125002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T155204Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Disaster Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Nibouar\, director of the Clackamas County Office of Disaster Management\, will speak on the topic of disaster preparedness. Don’t wait for the next winter storm or wildfire to decide how to protect your family and home. Join us to learn how to break down the complex task of disaster preparedness into small\, manageable steps that build lasting resilience for you and your Wilsonville neighbors. \nAbout the speakers: Daniel Nibouar is the Disaster Management Director for Clackamas County. With over 20 years of experience in the field and a Master’s degree in Emergency Management\, he has successfully navigated the county through major disasters\, from historic wildfires and extreme winter weather to significant flooding. Daniel is dedicated to fostering a culture of readiness and resilience within and across Clackamas County. \nAbout our club: The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260423/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260201T195511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T120054Z
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SUMMARY:Club Assembly: A Vision of Community: Heart of Gold and the Summer Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Josh Dalglish\, Mike Bishop\, and Curt Kipp will lead a club assembly focused on two of Rotary’s signature community events. The assembly will include a review of the Heart of Gold Gala and Banquet held April 11\, along with its history and impact\, followed by a look ahead to the Wilsonville Summer Concerts scheduled for July 16\, 23\, 30\, and August 6. The presenters will share how these long running events support the Rotary Club of Wilsonville Foundation and bring the community together. \nA club assembly is a working meeting for Rotary members that focuses on club initiatives\, planning\, and shared goals. These meetings provide updates\, encourage collaboration\, and help ensure the club remains aligned\, informed\, and effective in serving the community. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260430/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Assembly,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260201T211508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T042232Z
UID:206787-1778154300-1778158800@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  History of Distilled Spirits in Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Shawn Moyer-DeMarre will share the story of distilled spirits in Oregon\, tracing their evolution from the Oregon Territory through Prohibition and into modern times. Drawing on history\, characters\, and cultural shifts\, he will explore how this history reflects the spirit and resilience of the people who have shaped the place we call home. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nShawn Moyer-DeMarre is a born and raised Oregonian who works in concierge financial planning\, with a focus on business owners\, farmers\, and retirees. Outside of work\, he is a sports enthusiast who enjoys competition on the basketball court and golf course. At home\, Shawn manages a small homestead and a very full household as a foster parent\, adoptive parent\, and biological parent\, with seven children currently at home.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260507/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260501T140852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T035359Z
UID:207223-1778759100-1778763600@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting: My Exchange Year in Wilsonville
DESCRIPTION:This week’s speaker: Capucine Dresse is a Rotary Youth Exchange student from France spending the 2025–2026 school year at Wilsonville High School\, and a regular at Rotary Club of Wilsonville meetings. She will share stories and insights from her year in Oregon and the United States. \nAbout our club: The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260514/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260502T024207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T024207Z
UID:207228-1779363900-1779368400@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Interstate Bridge Replacement Program Update
DESCRIPTION:The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program is a joint effort between Oregon and Washington to replace the 108 year old Interstate Bridge across the Columbia River and make related interchange improvements within the five-mile corridor. Its goal is to ensure a modern\, multimodal corridor that strengthens earthquake resiliency\, improves safety and keeps people and our economy moving. Meghan Hodges\, the IBR Program’s Community and Government Relations Manager\, will provide an update on recent milestones\, proposed improvements\, current funding\, and next steps needed in order to move into the construction phase. \nAbout the presenter: Meghan Hodges currently serves as Community and Government Relations Manager for the IBR Program. Prior to that she worked at the Washington State Department of Transportation’s Southwest region office\, in executive project management at Intel in Hillsboro\, and also as the campaign manager for a local state representative. Meghan has a degree from the University of Puget Sound where she studied International Political Economy\, which is where she first truly understood the connection between infrastructure\, transportation\, the community\, and commerce. Meghan lives in Vancouver with her husband\, 10-year-old daughter\, and 3-year-old son. She enjoys bringing her family to parks\, trails\, and events across Vancouver to keep her kids entertained\, see the outdoors\, and experience all their home city has to offer. She is a public servant at heart and enjoys helping the community understand the impact transportation improvements can have on daily lives and on the region. \nAbout our club: The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260521/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260305T042533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T042635Z
UID:206862-1779968700-1779973200@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  The Mission of Green Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Mica Miro\, Engagement Director for Green Empowerment\, will share how the organization partners with remote communities around the world to build clean water and renewable energy infrastructure. Through long-term partnerships with local organizations and deep community engagement\, Green Empowerment helps communities design and implement solutions that meet their own needs. \nMica will explain Green Empowerment’s model and the importance of community ownership in creating sustainable projects. The presentation will also explore how women’s leadership and empowerment are closely connected with access to basic infrastructure such as clean water and renewable energy. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nMica Miro is the Engagement Director at Green Empowerment\, where she leads fundraising and communications efforts to support community-driven renewable energy and clean water projects around the world. With a deep commitment to community-led development\, Mica has spent her career working at the intersection of art\, impact\, and organizational leadership. \nBefore joining Green Empowerment\, Mica worked in Oaxaca\, Mexico\, with Fundación En Vía\, a nonprofit that supports women entrepreneurs\, where she served as Responsible Tourism Program Manager and Interim Managing Director. Earlier in her career\, Mica worked in arts education and program management in the San Francisco Bay Area. She brings a creative and strategic approach to engagement\, helping ensure that Green Empowerment’s mission resonates with supporters and partners worldwide.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260528/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260305T141909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T130211Z
UID:206866-1780573500-1780578000@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting: The Peaceability Mindset
DESCRIPTION:Reba J. Parker\, an accomplished author\, keynote speaker\, and professor at the College of Charleston with over 25 years of experience\, teaches sociology through a peace studies lens. Curious about why the word ‘peace’ feels so challenging\, Reba interviewed thousands of people\, including her own university students. Through this research\, she uncovered the missing link that keeps mindsets about peace outdated and stuck. She will share her insights\, offering a fresh\, practical path to reimagining peace. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio: \nReba lives in Portland\, Oregon\, with her wife and has three children and two dogs. When she’s not teaching or writing\, she nurtures her creative spirit by tending to her vineyard\, playing the ukulele\, and participating in a weekly writers’ group. For practical insights on integrating peace into your life and community\, visit her at https://thepeaceabilitymindset.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260604/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260305T033817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T120027Z
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SUMMARY:Club Meeting: From Mailbox to Milestones: The Power of Books in Every Home
DESCRIPTION:Kaylee Chrystal\, Community Engagement Coordinator for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Oregon\, will share insights into how consistent access to books in the home supports early literacy development\, strengthens family engagement\, and encourages a lifelong love of reading. Drawing from findings in the Imagination Library International Study\, she will highlight how the program helps children build important early learning foundations. \nKaylee will also provide updates on the growth and statewide reach of the Imagination Library of Oregon\, along with new developments expanding access for children and families across the state. Her presentation will connect research and real-world impact\, showing how a simple book arriving in the mailbox can help support key developmental milestones for young readers. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nKaylee Chrystal is the Community Engagement Coordinator for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Oregon\, where she supports local program partners and works to expand access to free\, age appropriate books for children across the state. She joined the Imagination Library team in 2024 and collaborates with community organizations to strengthen early literacy efforts and help ensure more families can receive books at no cost.  \nKaylee is a Willamette University alumna and is passionate about connecting research and real-world impact to support young children and families.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260611/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260508T194951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T223316Z
UID:207296-1781783100-1781787600@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting: Keeping Our Kids Safe – The Fight Against Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Trafficking is happening in every state\, every city\, and every community — even yours. And too often\, it hides in plain sight. The good news is that communities are not powerless. We can take a stand. During this talk\, we’ll explore what trafficking is — and what it is not — how exploitation has evolved over time\, how to recognize warning signs\, and practical ways communities can work together to help prevent child sex trafficking and keep kids safe. \nSpeaker bio: Elizabeth Freisinger is the deputy to the president at Shared Hope International\, where she combines strategic leadership\, fundraising expertise\, and a passion for advocacy to help combat sex trafficking and support survivors on their path to healing. In her role\, she works to mobilize communities\, inspire supporters\, and build partnerships that drive meaningful change. She is passionate about turning awareness into action and helping others see the powerful role they can play in protecting vulnerable individuals and restoring hope. Whether speaking to community groups\, donors\, or emerging leaders\, Elizabeth brings authenticity\, compassion\, and a deep belief that lasting change happens when people come together with purpose. \nAbout our club: The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260618/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260625T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260320T141620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T142536Z
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SUMMARY:No Meeting June 25
DESCRIPTION:There will be no regular Thursday meeting on June 25. \nOur Installation and Awards Banquet will be held that evening at the Hilton Garden Inn in Wilsonville.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260625/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260331T115608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T115608Z
UID:207136-1783597500-1783602000@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting: End Polio Now Update
DESCRIPTION:Ending the crippling disease of polio worldwide is Rotary International’s signature cause. Larry Hatch\, End Polio Now Chair for Rotary District 5100 — which includes Wilsonville — will talk about the history of polio\, and give an update on how things stand currently. He’ll discuss some of the challenges that still exist\, and how Rotary and the Global Polio Eradication Effort plan to meet them head on. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nBiography: \nLarry joined Rotary as a charter member of the Forest Grove Daybreak Club in 1991.  He served as club president resident twice. He served three years as an assistant district governor\, then served as district governor in 2018–19. He currently serves as club treasurer\, as well as End Polio Now chair for District 5100. After serving as a Military Police officer for the Army in Vietnam\, Larry began a 41-year career in public safety. He served 13 years as a police officer\, then became assistant director of Washington County 911 for 28 years\, retiring in 2015. He believes we must all be global citizens and chose Rotary his pathway for service. To that end he is a proud Rotary Foundation Triple Crown donor and recently achieved major donor level 3 status with The Rotary Foundation. He lives in Forest Grove. He has a daughter (Christy)\, a granddaughter (Abbey)\, and a great-grandson (Elias).
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260709/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260319T021235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T021235Z
UID:206929-1784202300-1784206800@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  A Career in Sportswriting
DESCRIPTION:Kerry Eggers\, known as “The Dean of Portland Sports\,” will share stories and insights from his 45-year career covering sports in Oregon and beyond. From major championship events to local teams\, he offers a behind-the-scenes look at sports journalism and how it has evolved over time. \nHe will reflect on his journey as a writer\, share memorable moments from his career\, and talk about his latest book Scrolls of a Sports Scribe. There will also be time for questions about sports\, writing\, and the stories behind the headlines. \nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nKerry Eggers is a journalist\, sportswriter\, and author who covered sports for Portland newspapers for 45 years. Since 2020\, he has continued his work through his website\, kerryeggers.com\, where he has published more than 600 articles. \nA six-time recipient of the National Sports Media Association’s Oregon Sportswriter of the Year Award\, Eggers was honored in 1981\, 1997\, 2000\, 2003\, 2011\, and 2018. He is also a past president of Track & Field Writers of America and received the Jesse Abrahamson Award as the nation’s top track and field writer. In 2014\, he received the DNA Award\, recognizing extraordinary passion and dedication to sport in Oregon. \nBorn and raised in Corvallis\, Eggers graduated from Corvallis High School\, where he lettered in football and basketball and was an all-league defensive end on the 1970 state AAA championship team. He attended Oregon State University\, serving as sports editor\, managing editor\, and editor of The Daily Barometer. \nFollowing his graduation in 1975\, Eggers began his professional career with the Oregon Journal\, later writing for The Oregonian and the Portland Tribune. Over the course of his career\, he covered a wide range of major events\, including two Summer Olympic Games\, four Super Bowls\, a World Series\, multiple NBA Finals and All-Star Games\, and numerous other national and international competitions. \nEggers is the author of 12 books\, including Jail Blazers\, Jerome Kersey — Overcoming the Odds\, and his most recent work\, Scrolls of a Sports Scribe\, volumes 1 and 2.\nKerry and his wife\, Stephanie\, live in Charbonneau.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260716/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rotary Club of Wilsonville":MAILTO:info@wilsonvillerotary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T140944
CREATED:20260321T141936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T141936Z
UID:206939-1785411900-1785416400@www.wilsonvillerotary.com
SUMMARY:Club Meeting:  Stories from a World Class Guitarist
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Batten\, world renowned guitarist\, will share stories from her extraordinary music career\, from early inspiration to performing on some of the world’s biggest stages. Inspired by seeing the Beatles at age 6\, she pursued music through years of study before moving to Los Angeles to attend the Musicians Institute. \nJennifer will talk about auditioning for Michael Jackson and spending ten years touring globally with his band\, as well as recording and touring with British guitar icon Jeff Beck. She will also share the realities of life as a professional musician\, including the “in between” years\, and how creativity and diversification can sustain a long career. \nLater that same day\, Jennifer Batten and Full Steam will take the stage as the headliner for the Wilsonville Summer Concert at Town Center Park. For more information\, visit https://www.wilsonvilleconcerts.com/\nThe Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information\, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com. \nOfficial bio:   \nJennifer Batten rose to prominence through the guitar underground\, gaining recognition from guitar magazines for her innovative approach to electric guitar. She was selected from over 100 guitarists to join Michael Jackson’s touring band\, where she spent ten years performing worldwide on the BAD\, DANGEROUS\, and HISTORY tours\, including the Super Bowl XXVI halftime show. \nBetween tours\, she released solo albums and was later invited to join British guitar icon Jeff Beck’s band\, contributing to albums and international tours. Jennifer has also toured globally with her solo multimedia show\, held a guitar residency with Cirque du Soleil’s Zumanity in Las Vegas\, authored books and instructional videos\, and led music workshops around the world. She is a recipient of the She Rocks Icon Award and has been inducted into Guitar Player Magazine’s Gallery of the Greats. She now balances international touring with performing locally in Portland with her band\, Full Steam.
URL:https://www.wilsonvillerotary.com/event/meeting-20260730/
LOCATION:Black Bear Diner\, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave.\, Wilsonville\, OR\, 97070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Speaker
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