Ellen thanks everyone for their time, treasure, and talent in shaping our club’s success and creating a strong foundation for its future growth. Read her special anniversary message.
President Elect Liz Alves Prepares to Lead
President-elect Liz Alves joined other PEs from 11 districts at Southwest Presidents Elect Training Seminar in Los Angeles from Feb 21-23, readying her for the Rotary year ahead. Learn more.
Empowering Young Environmental Advocates
We delivered a composter to Monroe School, part of a broader initiative to reduce food waste and promote environmental stewardship in schools through Earthwise Education. Learn more.
Supporting Health at Los Volcanes
The new mixer and refrigerator for the Los Volcanes Community Center in Puerto Vallarta enhances meal preparation and improves children's health and school performance. Learn more.
Cataract Clinic Volunteer Opportunity
Rotary Club Celaya Nat-Tha-Hi will host a cataract clinic April 25-26 with SEE International, offering club members a chance to volunteer and visit Clinic Beatriz Velazco de Aleman. Learn more.
Bike4Kids with Kirk
Kirk Greene is cycling 5,000 miles and raising $10,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County, which serves over 5,000 local kids. Support Kirk and the kids of BGCSB.Learn more.
SBTV Evening with Rick Steves
Sunrise Rotarians supported SBTV's 50th anniversary at an evening with Rick Steves at the Arlington Theater. Thanks to Kathleen Rogers and Erik Davis for the pre-event reception.
Virginia Johns, Paul Harris Fellow
Joanne Schoenfeld, a multiple Paul Harris Fellow, honored Virginia Johns for her significant behind-the-scenes contributions to our club and other organizations. Learn more.
An Evening at Arnoldi's Cafe
Sunrisers enjoyed an evening filled with delicious Italian food, lively conversation and heartfelt fun at one of the oldest restaurants in Santa Barbara,
Arnoldi's Cafe. That's Amore!
Vocational Mixer
Sunrisers enjoyed an intimate evening of art and conversation at Gallery 113. The artists were on hand for this special opportunity to experience their latest works. View photos.
Moving Toward the Finish Line in Pakistan
Over 400,000 frontline workers visit homes to ensure all children under 5 are reached. Before vaccines, polio paralyzed hundreds of thousands of children annually. (Photo UNICEF)Learn more.
March Issue of Rotary Magazine
Read important news, inspiring Rotary stories from around the world, and resources for Rotarians to do our work better and more effectively. Read the online issue.
Wednesday, March 5 @ 9am-12pm
Team Rotary: Volunteer Gardening
Join gardeners of all levels to care for Santa Barbara's Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden with guidance on pruning, mulching, deadheading, and weeding techniques. Learn more.
Saturday, March 8 @ 9am - 2pm
Virtual District Training Assembly (DTA)
The DTA offers Rotarians a chance to enhance leadership skills and refine strategies. The day begins with a keynote by Mike McGovern, Chair, International PolioPlus Committee. Register here.
Various March Dates: Mar 8, 11, 12 and 13
Team Rotary: Foodbank of Santa Barbara
Volunteer opportunities available for food distribution, directing cars at Mobile Food Pantry, and assembling bags of produce and dry goods for Older Adult Nutrition Program. Learn more.
Tuesday, March 11 @ 5:30pm
Club Members Invited to Nicaragua Update
Sarah Junkin Woodard from the Rotary Club of Ciudad Sandino, Nicaragua, will provide updates on water, dental, and aquaponics projects at this special meeting.Learn more.
Saturday, March 29 @ 12-4pm
Team Rotary: Blue Water Ball
Channelkeeper seeks volunteers to help set up tables and decorations at Cabrillo Pavilion for the Blue Water Ball Gala. Past volunteers have enjoyed the experience. Learn more.
Monday, April 7 @ 6pm
Community Naloxone Training
Attend this free Naloxone training to help combat the opioid crisis. Participants will learn how to administer a life-saving treatment, and receive a free kit. Register here.
Wednesday, March 5
No Club Meeting
There will be no Rotary meeting on March 5. Instead, we hope to see many of you at our club's 40th Anniversary Party at the Courthouse Distillery & Events on March 6.
Wednesday, March 19 @ 7am
Club Meeting and Program
Stephen Bates and Vince Burns will recount Rincon Point’s transformation from a scruffy, unpopulated beach into the legendary surf spot of today.
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 40 years of memories, with special guests sharing stories and reflections of each of our four incredible decades of service. Learn more.
Thursday, March 27 @ 5:30-7pm
Happy Hour at The Tee-Off
Join us for happy hour at the Tee-Off, founded in 1956 by the Fletcher family as a hamburger joint for golfers and now boasts "the drinks are stiff but the people aren't." Learn more.
Saturday, April 12 @ 10am-12pm
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Hike
We’ll start at the Pollinator Garden, then hike the new 1.3-mile Tipton Trail, crossing a new bridge and ending with breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and Islands. Learn more.
Saturday, May 17 @ 4pm
Lil' Toot Cruise
We'll take a 60-minute scenic cruise on Lil' Toot, known as the “happiest boat in the harbor,” followed by dinner at a nearby spot. More details will be shared. Learn more.
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Rotary District 5240 News and Information
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EDITOR'S NOTE: The Early Bird Bugle is a monthly publication of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise. Please submit questions, content, or photos to Karen Kawaguchi at kkawaguchi@sbma.net. Deadline for submissions is the 20th of the month prior to the next month’s issue. Publication is not guaranteed. Please ensure that all material submitted is correct and not subject to copyright from other parties.
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