August Presidential Message

We all wear many uniforms yet we are united in service above self

First month done and I’m so excited for August and beyond!

We had a great Club Service meeting on August 1. The focus was on our #1 goal: FELLOWSHIP FIRST. With shared photos of our recent trips and explorations, we saw photos in Taiwan (from the RI Convention), Idaho (Emily and Mike canoeing rapids). Brazil (Dawn with grandkids).

At the end of the month, it’s the first of our cooking fun as Elly in Netherlands shares her Kook Klub Skills with almond-flour “diabetic” friendly pancakes… ingredients below.

We also will have Philip Dyer from the UK give his expertise on public image and membership PLUS more of Elly, as she recalls her trip to Hiroshima as part of a Rotary Friendship Exchange trip to Japan.

Friendship and fellowship is our base… from there we create lasting impact with our service projects, financial support of the Rotary Foundation and our club, and doubling our impact as we welcome new members and guests.

Cheers!

Ron Schoenmehl, 2026-27
President Ron91911@gmail.com

—— Ingredients to shop for the August 29 cooking fun ——-

Life Cooking: World Recipes

Almond Flour Pancakes

Shopping List

Variations

• Replace the 125 ml almond milk with 90 g cream cheese.

• Replace the butter with coconut oil.

• If using 4 eggs, omit the baking powder.

• For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon cinnamon or your favorite herbs and spices.

Serving Suggestions

• Sugar-free syrup

• Low-carbohydrate syrup

• Honey

• No-added-sugar jam

• Cinnamon or gingerbread spice

• Mascarpone

• Fresh fruit (blueberries, bananas, strawberries, raspberries, cherries, apples)

• Chopped nuts, seeds, or kernels

• Savory toppings such as ham, cheese, and/or bacon

Note: Toppings increase the carbohydrate and sugar content.

Why Almond Flour?

Almond flour is easy to digest, low in carbohydrates, rich in healthy fats, and high in protein. Replacing wheat flour with almond flour can reduce carbohydrate content by approximately 90%. These pancakes are filling and can be enjoyed warm or cold for breakfast, lunch, dessert, or as a snack.