Community Calendar
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Regular Government Meetings
• Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) generally meets on land-use issues at 6 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, and holds general purpose meetings at 6 p.m. on most 3rd Mondays. Meetings are currently virtual at 6 p.m. For agenda, visit: acgov.org/bc/cvmac
• Castro Valley School Board meetings are currently virtual. For agenda, visit: https://www.cv.k12.ca.us/boarddocs/
• Castro Valley Sanitary District (CVSan) meets at 6:30p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month. Meetings are currently virtual: https://www.cvsan.org/who_we_are/board_of_directors/agendas_and_minutes.php
• Alameda County Board of Supervisors meets every Tuesday at 10:45 a.m. Meetings are currently virtual: https://www.acgov.org/agenda_minutes_app/board/bos_calendar/ag_min.jsp?subType=REG
Castro Valley Rotary Club Evening Mixer
Join us for an evening of networking and camaraderie at TwiningVine, Castro Valley’s only local family estate vineyard and winery, established in 2008!
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Rotarians, business professionals, and community members while learning more about the Castro Valley Rotary Club and our mission to serve.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: TwiningVine, 16851 Cull Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552
We look forward to seeing you there! RSVP today and don’t miss out!
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Rotary Hosts Ken Carbone
Ken Carbone will speak to the Rotary Club of Castro Valley on the upcoming 17th Annal Castro Valley Classic Car Show. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations should be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 20, at castrovalleyrotary.org (Upcoming Events Banner).
Rotary Hosts Sujoy Sakar
Sujoy Sakar will speak to the Rotary Club of Castro Valley on the exciting projects happening at the Chabot College TV Station. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations should be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at castrovalleyrotary.org (Upcoming Events Banner).
Rotary Club Hosts Mike Crosby with End Polio Now
Mike Crosby with End Polio Now will speak to the Rotary Club of Castro Valley on how we can engage with the PolioPlus society. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations should be made by 9 on Sunday, March 30, at castrovalleyrotary.org (Upcoming Events Banner).
Rotary Club Hosts the Richard King Speech Contest
On Tuesday, March 11 the Rotary Club of Castro Valley hosts the Richard King Speech Contest where students from the Castro Valley High School and Redwood Christian School speak on the Four-Way Test. Winners are awarded a cash prize and advance to District-level competitions. A buffet lunch and the speech competition will take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 9 at castrovalleyrotary.org.
Rotary Club Evening Social Mixer
Join the Rotary Club of Castro Valley for an evening of networking and camaraderie! Meet our Rotarians, learn about our mission, and connect with like-minded community members.
Location: JP's Family Restaurant & Sports Lounge, 3600 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94546
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and a no-host bar as you mingle and build meaningful connections.
CV Rotary Hosts Christian Carr
Christian Carr will speak on the State of the Real Estate Market 2025 at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations should be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, at castrovalleyrotary.org (Upcoming Events banner).
Rotary Club Hosts Author Jason S. Matthews
Jason S. Matthews, best-selling author, national speaker and President and CEO of Matthews Financial & Insurance Solutions & Gibson Monroe Wealth Advisors will speak on Planning Ahead to Navigate Financial Strategies Under Trump’s Tax Policies. A buffet lunch and the speech competition will take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 2 at castrovalleyrotary.org.
Castro Valley Rotary Hosts Arash Aslami
Arash Aslami, Interim Dental Program Director, will provide insights from the Office of Dental Health at the Alameda County Public Health Department. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 26 at castrovalleyrotary.org.
Castro Valley Rotary Hosts Bill Monsen
Bill Monsen, Principal of Monsen Energy Consulting Group LLC, will speak to the Rotary Club of Castro Valley on “Uncovering some of the mysteries of the electric utility system that is so critical to all of us.” A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 12 at castrovalleyrotary.org.
CV Rotary Hosts The Madrigals
The Madrigals, the premier acapella chorus from Castro Valley High School, will visit our Club. The Madrigals will perform between 1:00 and 1:15 pm.
A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, at castrovalleyrotary.org (Upcoming Events banner).
Rotary Club's Festive Holiday Lunch
Holiday gift wrapping. Join Rotary Club of Castro Valley for a festive holiday lunch with a purpose at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. In true Rotary spirit, we’ll wrap gifts to bring cheer to those in need while enjoying good food, great company, and plenty of holiday fun. The buffet lunch is $20, and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 1, at castrovalleyrotary.org (Upcoming Events banner). Bring your wrapping skills—or just a willingness to help—and join the holiday spirit of service and fellowship!

Rotary Hosts Tim Lundell
Tim Lundell, former district governor of Rotary District 5170, will talk about the importance and great work of The Rotary Foundation. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510-402-5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Louis Kruk
Louis Kruk will describe his experiences as a regular crew member of the Maxi yacht Kialoa. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510-402-5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Dawn Balestreri
Dawn Balestreri, librarian at Castro Valley High School, will describe the many services that the library provides to enhance student learning. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 27, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Terry Liebowitz
Terry Liebowitz, the Co-Founder of the Castro Valley Arts Foundation, will speak on her work to develop the Castro Valley Center for the Arts. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 20, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Parvin Ahmadi
Parvin Ahmadi, club member and superintendent of Castro Valley Unified School District, will speak on the state of the district and pending legislation at the state level. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Todd Anglin
Todd Anglin, club member and member of the California State Insurance Advisory Committee, will describe the current state of the insurance crisis in the state. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 29, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510-402-5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Gary Howard
Gary Howard will talk about his upcoming book, The Biology of Us to be published in November by Oxford University Press. The book describes the life all around, on, and in us and our place in nature and evolution.
A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.
CV Rotary Restaurant Walk 2024
Get ready, foodies! The tastiest event of the year is back! Join us for the **Rotary Club of Castro Valley Restaurant Walk 2024** on **August 13 from 6 PM to 8 PM**.
Wander through the streets of Castro Valley and indulge in mouth-watering delights from your favorite local eateries & businesses. Whether you're craving gourmet goodies or just a fun night out, this is THE place to be!
Sample, savor, and socialize your way through an evening of culinary bliss. Don’t forget to bring your appetite and your sense of adventure!
Snap your best foodie pics and tag us at @RotaryCastroValley with #CVRestaurantWalk2024. The most delicious snap will be highlighted!
Hurry and grab your tickets before they’re gobbled up! Let’s make this a night to remember, one bite at a time!
BBQ AXE and BREW
The BBQ AXE and BREW is happening on Friday, May 10th at 5pm at the Rowell Ranch Rodeo Park, brought to you by the Rotary Club of Castro Valley. This is a Free Entry/Free Parking event. Come join us for the fun and great food supplied by Canyon's BBQ, Live Rock music, Craft Beers, local wines and lots of fun for the kids and adults! If you would like to have an AXE team , competing for cash prizes, please email randyvanderbilt@yahoo.com for information. If you like Cornhole and would like to compete in the cornhole tournament...email cornholecv@gmail.com for more information.

Rotary Hosts Sheriff Yesenia L. Sanchez
Alameda County Sheriff Yesenia L. Sanchez, will update the CV Rotary about new business pertaining to the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 11th, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510-402-5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Shannon Thomas, CEO of Sutter Eden Medical Center
Shannon Thomas, CEO of Sutter Eden Medical Center, will speak to the CV Rotary about Eden Medical Center. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 4th, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Aisha Knowles
Alameda County Fire Public Information Officer and Office of Education Trustee (area 4), Aisha Knowles, will discuss the Russell City project with CV Rotary Club.
A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 28th, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Brad Warren
National and International Speaker and Coach, Brad Warren, will discuss with the Rotary Club the importance of donating blood.
A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 21st, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Roland Williams
Castro Valley Sanitary District General Manager and CV Rotarian, Roland Williams, will update the Rotary Club on the District’s Diversity Program.
Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 14th, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Deputy Ruben Pola
Alameda County Sheriff's Office, Community Service and Crime Prevention, Deputy Ruben Pola, will speak to the CV Rotary about community engagement and crime prevention in Castro Valley.
A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 7th, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Hosts Jennifer Jones
Former Director of Rotary International and Aide to Rotary International President Jennifer Jones, will discuss Alameda County’s role in Mosquito Control and International Engagement. A buffet lunch and the program take place at Redwood Canyon Golf Course (17007 Redwood Road, Castro Valley) at 12:00-1:30 p.m. The cost of lunch is $20 and reservations must be made by 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 26th, 2023, by contacting Rotary at cvrotary@iCloud.com or 510.402.5123. More information is available at castrovalleyrotary.org.

A Night of Whisky, Art and Community
“We are excited about our first Sip and Savor community event, a Night of Whisky, Art and Community,” said enthused Castro Valley Rotary President Christian Carr. There are still tickets available for tomorrow night, Thursday, October 19 at Redwood Canyon Golf Club at 5:00p.m. by calling: 650-207-4364. Hors d’oeuvres and dinner are available for $75 or with the whisky tasting by the exclusive Australian Starward founder Dave Vitale for an additional $125. The evening includes silent auction items and select bottles for sale. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit Castro Valley Rotary and Castro Valley Arts Foundation.