Jan 23: John Martinelli
Come and hear John Martinelli speak about Pajaro Valley and the Martinelli family. He may even bring some apple juice, maybe?
Jan 30: No Meeting
We be DARK
Recent Meetings
Jan 9: Santa Cruz County Sheriff, Chris Clark
The new County Sheriff spoke about Opportunities and Challenges Ahead
Jan 16: Gina Castañeda, Youth Probation Officer
“The Save” is an ESPN Documentary that follows Gina Castañeda, a juvenile probation officer in Watsonville, CA. who uses soccer for social change in a community struggling with gang violence and poverty. Soccer saved her life, and now she is giving back what was given to her. Gina is only one of six women from around the world featured in an ESPN documentary series that aired during the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This film intertwines Gina’s past and present to create a rich and compelling narrative of one woman struggling to literally save lives with soccer. From working on her juvenile case-load to coaching the Aztecas in a championship match, this documentary shows how one woman really can make a difference.
Deb Dutra and Sigfrid Gorman are the January ROTM's - for all the work they did on the holiday party. Thank you, both. That was a lot of work and we truly appreciate it.
Member Birthdays
Rod Caborn Jan 4
Penni Bengtson Jan 5
Sean Venables Jan 11
Patrice Keet Jan 12
Bill McDermott Jan 13
Jim Felich Jan 22
John Flaniken Jan 22
Dave Mello Jan 29
Anniversaries
Romney-Priscilla Dunbar 28 yrs
Member Anniversaries
Christopher Smith 30 yrs
Dave Culver 26 yrs
Peter Truman 14 yrs
Patrick Rooney 12 yrs
Peggy Pollard 12 yrs
Camilla Boolootian 12 yrs
John Flaniken 12 yrs
Mark Boynton 3 yrs
Fernando Tapiz 2 yrs
Maureen Tapiz 2 yrs
Kara Capaldo 1 yr
Club Happenings and Other News
Mission 10 Race - Rotary Club of Hollister
Next Saturday, Jan 25, is the Mission 10 Race. I'm told that at least 3 Santa Cruz Sunrisers will be running - vying to win the Caldwell Cup.
The code for club members to get $5.00 off registration at mission10.com is SUNRISE25
LGSS-BR (Largest Gathering of Sunrise Skiing-Boarding Rotarians)
- Tom Hart
Two cabins are reserved for Sunday March 9 thru Wed am March 12 with limited accommodations. Have some outdoor exercise, great food, fellowship and fun. Space is limited to 16 and priority will be given to members. So far 10 spots have been claimed. If you want to downhill -X-country ski or board please call, text, email Tom Hart 831-234-1089 wchart16@gmail.com.
Dates for Socials for Q1
The Social Committee has some fun socials planned:
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 at Johnny's Harborside Restaurant Trivia Night
Tuesday, January 28th 5:30-7 pm at Mackenzie Bar & Grill monthly social post Board Meeting. It's Taco Tuesday.
Sunday, February 2nd 5-9 pm Richard King Dinner at Blackhawk Museum in Danville. If you want more info, see John Flanikan's email from Tuesday or click on the entry on the Google calendar for more info.
Tuesday, February 25th 5:30-7 pm Mackenzie Bar & Grill monthly social post Board Meeting. It's Taco Tuesday.
Saturday, March 15th 5:30-8:30 pm St. Patricks Day Party and Potluck at Ann & Joe Ferrante's House - 260 Lore Way, Aptos (More info coming soon!)
In Memoriam
Laura Keefe Junod passed away on Wednesday January 8th, 2025 at 3:06am, surrounded by her family. Laura was supported around the clock by Mark, her son’s Will, Lucas and sister, Linda, in addition to Hospice. The family read letters and messages from friends around the world, and let her know that she was loved, safe, and be kept comfortable and free of pain. Please keep Mark and the family in your thoughts as they cope with this loss.
Mark is a founding member of Santa Cruz Sunrise, a Rotarian since Jun 1985.
I hold it true, whate'er befall;
I feel it, when I sorrow most;
'Tis better to have loved and lost
Than never to have loved at all.
Deep Thoughts from President Ari
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