This month starts with an inspiring program on The Rotary Foundation and a new Sunrise member! Judith reminds us to share Rotary. It is one of the greatest gifts you can give! Read her message.
Rotarians of the Month
President Judith recognized LuzMaria Ortiz and E Russell Smith as Rotarians of the Month for modeling the Rotary motto of service above self. Thank you, LuzMaria and E Russell! Learn more.
Paul Harris Fellows Recognized
A world of peace and goodwill comes closer to reality thanks to seven Sunrise Rotarians who recently earned Paul Harris Fellow recognitions for their contributions to TRF. Learn more.
Unity Shoppe Vocational Visit
An offsite club meeting and vocational visit was held at Unity Shoppe which provides essential services to those in our community who face unforeseen crisis. Learn more.
La Cuesta Garden Project
Sunrisers dug in and turned the La Cuesta High School’s overgrown garden into a space where students will be able to learn about and grow plants and vegetables. Learn more.
Nicaragua Trip, Aug 26-30, 2023
Travel with us to Nicaragua to view the projects our club has carried out in the communities of Cuajachillo 2 and Trinidad Central and connect with our partners in Ciudad Sandino. Learn more.
2023 Dolphin Dive Sponsorship
The 2023 Dolphin Dive will be held July 9 at Chase Palm Park. Proceeds support our local and international projects. May we count on you for a sponsorship? Read more.
Celaya Nat-Tha-Hi Visit, Aug 1-6, 2023
Celaya Nat-Tha-Hi Rotarians will be visiting Santa Barbara, Aug 1-6, 2023. Home hosts are currently being sought for hospitality and transportation. Learn more.
Sweetwater Hike Rescheduled
Luz Maria and E Russell braved the chilly weather and hiked this trail but all others turned back and sought warmer activities. This hike will be offered again on May 6.Learn more.
Foodbank Lemon Glean
Team Rotary joined Foodbank volunteers to rescue 2,753 pounds of fruit at the Lemon Glean! The produce will be distributed to those in our community who face hunger and food insecurity.
Happy Hour Photos
Sunrisers and friends gathered at L'Antica Pizzeria de Michele, Santa Barbara's newest world renowned Neapolitan pizzeria, for wood-fired pizzas, drinks, and fellowship. View photos.
Shop Online and Raise Money for our Club
Amazon recently ended it's AmazonSmile program but we now have iGive with up to 26% of your purchase from over 1,900 stores will benefit our club's foundation. Learn more.
Saturday, May 13 @ 5-9pm
District Foundation Gala
Join District Rotarians at this very special evening at the Poinsetta Pavilion in Ventura as we inch closer towards our District goal of $1 Million in Rotary Foundation Giving! Learn more.
Monday, May 22 @ 11:45am
Goleta Rotary Golf Classic
Enjoy a day of golf at Glen Annie Golf Course, dinner, awards, and silent auction and support Goleta Rotary's many community projects.Learn more.
Polio Today
Good news no new cases of Wild Polio Virus Type 1 (WPV1) this week anywhere in the world. For the latest information on polio eradiation efforts, visit https://polioeradication.org/
May 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.
Sunday, May 7 @ 3-7pm
Team Rotary: Blue Water Ball
Santa Barbara Channelkeeper is looking for volunteers to help with the setup and other tasks for the Blue Water Ball at the Cabrillo Pavilion.Learn more.
AV Meeting Set-Up Volunteers Needed
A volunteer is needed to set up the AV equipment at our club meetings. With two volunteers the responsibility could be shared. Please consider helping out. Set-up training will be provided. ContactChris Baxter for information.
Wednesday, May 3 @ 7am
Club Meeting and Program
Join us for breakfast, business meeting, and learn about the programs of The Rotary Foundation from David Gore, District Rotary Foundation Chair.
Join us for our a spring hike along Sweetwater Trail at Lake Cachuma followed by a hearty lunch at Hook'D Bar & Grill. This hike was rescheduled from April due to weather. Learn more.
Thursday, May 11 @ 12noon
Picnic with the President
Join President Judith and fellow club members for fun lunch break on her pink blanket at the beautiful Shoreline Park. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair if you’d like! Learn more.
Thursday, May 25 @ 5:30-7:30pm
Sunrise@Sunset Happy Hour
Join your Rotary friends for happy hour at Augie's in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone. Enjoy a glass of wine or a flight and a menu of tasty bites. Learn more.
Saturday, June 10 @ 12-4pm
Group 8 Mixer and Chili Cookoff
Save the date and join fellow Group 8 Rotarians at the South Coast Railroad Museum at the historic Goleta Depot for an afternoon of fellowship and chili cookoff. Learn more.
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Rotary District 5240 News and Information
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The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise is made up of local business, professional, and civic leaders. We meet regularly, get to know each other, form friendships, and through that, we’re able to get things done in our local and worldwide communities.
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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