Kitsap Crossroads Rotary

Member Monday is back!

Rae Baldwin is a mother, scientist, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Also, though a 5th generation Hawaiian, she now makes her home here in Kitsap County!

After studying Chemistry and Biology at the University of the Pacific, she got her PhD from USLA, leading to a career focused on cancer research and treatment. More recently, she opened Ty’s Wine and Brew on Viking Ave which offers a great gathering place for the community and serves to support local and environmental charities. Ty’s has even hosted some Crossroads Rotary events!

Rae has lived a life of service, since learning about service and volunteering from her parents. She was involved in Scouting, Interact (Rotary for High School), volunteered for a Mental Health Helpline, Team in Training and has done numerous half marathons (and a full marathon) to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. She also personally hosted fundraisers to support cancer patients and cancer research. (Do you get the feeling she REALLY doesn’t like cancer?)

Since joining Crossroads, she has been active in work parties (and at times ropes her daughter in as well) and particularly enjoys the work the club does for the Blue Pots in downtown Poulsbo. She also really enjoyed this past summer’s pizza party and Installation/Outstallation party. Rae has leaned in further on her Rotary activity, serving as the club’s Secretary.

At yesterday's Fireside social event, Crossroads members gathered to eat some amazing pizza, enjoy some great fellowship AND we even inducted a new member! Welcome to the club, Brandon, and thank you for your expert pizzaiola efforts!

There was also a tour of the orchard and some quality animals to be enjoyed.

Tonight's meeting will feature a talk from Curtis Vincent, President of the local Sons of Norway lodge!

All are welcome to attend at 6pm at Western Red Brewing (19168 Jensen)