Bruce Belfiore was elected by a committee of Past Presidents lead by Sandra O'Meara to serve as our club president in 2023-24. Congratulations, Bruce! Learn more.
The Year-Round Gift of Rotary
President Hannah shares her reflections on how Rotary has been a gift in her life. She asks us to think of people we want to invite so we can share the gift with them. Read her full message.
PRIP Mark Maloney Visits Santa Barbara
Sunrisers had the very special opportunity to meet Past Rotary International President Mark Maloney and Gay, hosted at the home of Gloria Cavallero and Bruce Belfiore.Learn more.
Online Auction Success
Thank you to the individuals and businesses who generously donated items, the winning bidders, and the hard-working committee who contributed to the success of this fundraiser! Learn more.
Improvements Made at Camp Whittier
Sunrisers spent a day at Camp Whittier sprucing up the area around the Rotary cabins, working on the fencing, landscaping retaining walls, and adding jute netting to cover the hillside. Learn more.
Investing in our Environment's Future
The Santa Barbara Channelkeeper was presented with a $3,500 grant from our club foundation for their Youth Environmental Science Education Program. Learn more.
Fireside Chat Brings Members Together
Club members (new and old) enjoyed an evening around a fire pit getting to know Rotary and each other better. Thank you to Amy and Eric Ryan for hosting.View photos.
Aquaponics Project Update
Read the latest information on our international project to install aquaponics units in the backyards of community members in Cuajachillo 2, Trinidad Central and Nagarote.Learn more.
Help Prepare Dictionaries for Third Graders
600 dictionaries have been ordered and we will be assembling them at an upcoming club meeting. They will be distributed to Santa Barbara elementary 3rd grade students.
Rattlesnake Canyon Hike
Sunrisers enjoyed a post-Thanksgiving hike on one of the area’s most popular trails. Spirits were high while burning off the bird. Join us next month to hike Inspiration Point! See photos.
Wednesday, December 1 @ 7:00 am
Club Meeting and Program
Meet Christina Harris learn about the fascinating art of architectural color design. Join us for breakfast or online via Zoom. Learn more.
Saturdays, December 4-18
Salvation Army Red Kettle
Sunrise Rotarians will be standing the kettle once again in support of the Salvation Army Santa Barbara. Sign up here.
Wednesday, December 15
Discount Deadline For RI Convention
More than 20,000 Rotarians from around the world will gather in Houston for Rotary's 113th annual international convention. Register by 15 December for the discounted rate of $475. Learn more.
Wednesday, December 15 @ 7:00 am
Club Meeting and Program
Meet Karla Can and Diane Martinez and learn how Immigrant Hope serves immigrant families on the Central Coast. Join us for breakfast or online via Zoom. Learn more.
Saturday, December 18 @ 9:00 am
Inspiration Point Hike
Join Judith and Bella the Boxer for a 3.6 mile hike along this popular trail. The summit affords a beautiful view of the city, ocean and Channel Islands. Dogs are welcome! Learn more.
Saturday, December 18 @ 5:30 pm
Sunrise Rotary Holiday Party
Sunrise members and their guests are invited for a festive evening at the home of Christine and Michael Holland. RSVP by December 12. Learn more.
Benefit Lives, Locally and Internationally
Please consider a donation to the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise Foundation.
Join leaders. Exchange ideas. Take action.
Make a difference in your community! Join or refer a prospective member today.
Rotary District 5240 News and Information
Check out the latest news and information from the District.
HEADER PHOTO: Cabrillo Pavilion tour and dinner at FisHouse held on September 16, 2021. See photos.
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.
Join us! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. at the Santa Barbara Club located at 1105 Chapala Street in downtown Santa Barbara. Our meetings are also held virtually via Zoom.
Read more about our club here. If you would like more information about our activities or would like to become a member,
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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