On his final day in Santa Barbara before returning to his home country of Argentina, Andy Fairbairn visited our club one last time. Andy, our Rotary Youth Exchange student from Argentina, said, "Thank you for everything you've done for me this year." He recently returned from a 33-day cross country train trip with other Youth Exchange students that took him from Los Angeles to Seattle, Minneapolis, Boston, New York, New Orleans, and back. Andy's host mother Judith presented him with a card and gift from the club, a photo book of memories from his year with us.
Thank you to the Rotary families who home hosted Andy this year. They include: Susan Klein-Rothschild and Dan Rothschild, LuzMaria Ortiz and E. Russell Smith, and Judith and Paul McCaffrey. And thank you, Scott Burns, our longtime Youth Exchange Chair.
Photo: Judith McCaffrey, Andy Fairbairn, Chris Baxter
NANCY WOODS EARNS HER BLUE BADGE
Nancy Woods was inducted as a member on April 13, 2016. As a new member, Nancy received a red badge and was required to complete a new member assignment sheet to earn her permanent blue badge. Tasks included are specifically designed to expose new members to many aspects of Rotary and to familiarize them with as many club members as possible. Just like her sponsor Judith and mentor Joanne, Nancy is a hard worker with great ideas - and has a witty sense of humor! Nancy was quick to get involved by participating in President Bill's step down and serving as this year's Public Relations Chair. Thank you and congratulations, Nancy!
Photo: Nancy Woods, Chris Baxter
WHAT HAPPENS AT LADIES NIGHT OUT, STAYS AT LADIES NIGHT OUT
Sunrise Rotary ladies enjoyed an evening at the Mesa home of Kathy Scroggs. Kathy provided a delicious homemade Santa Maria style barbecue and a beautiful ocean view. The evening was capped off with a stunning moonrise over the ocean.
What happens at Ladies Night Out, stays at Ladies Night Out but we did capture a few photos here.
Thank you to all who came, brought food, and shared in lively conversation, and to Kathy for sharing her lovely home!
Sunrise Rotarians and friends enjoyed a great night of 70 classic rock with Queen Nation at Chase Palm Park. It was a perfect warm evening with close to record-breaking crowds in the park. Thank you Sunriser Judith and hubby Paul for getting to the park early and setting up a prime location. Join the fun at the last concert of the season on Thursday, July 28th with The Tearaways. Our happy hours have never been happier!
Photo: Karen Kawaguchi, Paul McCaffrey, Judith McCaffrey
COFFEE WITH THE PRESIDENT
The first Coffee with the President will be held at Jeannine's Bakery located at 15 E. Figueroa Street at La Arcada Plaza in downtown Santa Barbara. Contact President Chris with topics you wish to discuss.
This new program is a way to engage and meet new members. Discussion topics will vary each month. Coffee with the President will be held on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
EPiC CHALLENGE RETURNS!
In coordination with Rotary District 5240, EPiC Challenge is happening on October 16, 2016 in Ventura County. Proceeds from EPiC Challenge supports PolioPlus.
Ventura County has a rich cycling culture and it is abundant with bike friendly roads. Enjoy cycling in the shadows of the Santa Monica Mountains to the open and rich landscape of Oxnard Plains, Somis Downhills, Santa Rosa Valley, and Simi Hills. Ventura County at its best!
Create a team or ride as an individual, tandem riders welcome. 100K, 100M, 50M, or 25M. Donate or register here.
2017 ROTARY ROSE PARADE FLOAT DESIGN ANNOUNCED
The Rotary International Rose Parade Float theme is the same as the Rotary Foundation Centennial Celebration theme, Doing Good in the World, and the float will be commemorating the year of celebration. The design is a world traveling dragon (colorful and whimsical to attract TV and crowd attention) and carrying luggage bearing the six symbols of the areas of focus which honors the Rotarians who do travel the world doing service within the six areas. The Dragon will also wear a 100 year medallion.
Save the date for a special holiday dinner with RI President John Germ and celebrating the start of the 100 year anniversary of The Rotary Foundation. The event will be Friday, December 30, 2016 at University Club of Pasadena. $100 per person.
Stay tuned for information about the date for a volunteer opportunity to work on the float in late-December before the Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1, 2017.
GROUP 8 FIESTA FLOAT
Old Spanish Days Fiesta is right around the corner and, once again, Group 8 will be producing a float for the Fiesta Historic Parade on Friday, August 5th at noon. This year's parade theme is Coastal Santa Barbara and our float will represent Stearns Wharf.
A great hands-on opportunity to work side-by-side with other Rotarians from Group 8 for fellowship and an opportunity to bring awareness to Rotary and the good things we do.
Volunteers needed to help with the float construction and decorating. All construction activities take place at the Carriage Museum, 129 Castillo Street.
Monday, August 1 (6-9pm) - Painting
Wednesday, August 3 (6-9pm) - Chicken wire
Thursday, August 4 (3-9pm) - Volunteers needed to help apply thousands of flowers to the float. All hands on deck for this family-friendly activity. Bring gloves, pruners, and friends!
Friday, August 5 (12 noon) - Join your fellow Sunrise Rotarians at the parade! We will set aside a spot along Cabrillo Blvd. on the beach side near Sambos. Bring chairs, sunscreen, and your Fiesta spirit!
Volunteers with building and construction experience are needed for framing. If qualified, please contact Walt Stephens at 455-6938. Sign up for volunteer shifts here.
Photo: Gary Jensen, 2013.
CONCERTS IN THE PARK
During the month of July, our weekly happy hour will be held at Concerts in the Park at Chase Palm Park. The last concert of the summer season is Thursday, July 28th (6-8:30 p.m.) featuring The Tearaways, British Invasion meets California Surf.
Judith McCaffrey has generously invited Sunrisers to join her on her famous pink blankets set up in the center lawn section in front of the sound stage. Bring your low back chair, non-alcoholic beverage, and snacks to share. Join us!
The first motto of Rotary International, He Profits Most Who Serves Best, was approved at the second Rotary Convention, held in Portland, Oregon, USA in August 1911. The phrase was first stated by a Chicago Rotarian, Art Sheldon (pictured above), who made a speech in 1910 which included the remark, "He profits most who serves his fellows best." At about the same time, Ben Collins, president of the Rotary Club of Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, commented that the proper way to organize a Rotary club was through the principle his club had adopted: Service, Not Self. These two slogans, slightly modified, were formally approved to be the official mottoes of Rotary at the 1950 Convention in Detroit: He Profits Most Who Serves Best and Service Above Self. The 1989 Council on Legislation established Service Above Self as the principal motto of Rotary, since it best explains the philosophy of unselfish volunteer service. In 2004 the secondary motto was changed to They Profit Most Who Serve Best.
This is one of a series of short articles about Rotary written by Cliff Dochterman, PRIP, and originally published in the Rotary publication, The ABCs of Rotary.
ROTARY PIN CHALLENGE - Week 4
Walt Stephens, RC Goleta Noontime, gave me this pin when he visited our club last week. Walt is the Chair of the Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee. Read about the float design in the article above. The Rose Parade is viewed by over 8 million people so it is an effective marketing effort to share the good work of Rotary. I have had many wonderful memories working on the Rotary Rose Parade float with Sunrise Rotarians and other Rotarians from our District. I hope that many of us will sign up to volunteer to work on this year's float. The date will be announced soon.
I have challenged myself to wear my Rotary pin EVERY day. By doing this I hope to raise awareness of Rotary and Rotary's work. I invite all Sunrise Rotarians to join me in wearing a Rotary pin EVERY day.
By Karen Kawaguchi, Club Service Director
CLUB MEETING NOTES - July 20, 2016
We were joined by guests, former Sunrise Rotarian Liz Alvez, LuzMaria's grandson Roberto, and our Youth Exchange Student Andy Fairbairn.
President Chris recognized LuzMaria for her Citation of Meritorious Service award and Bill R. for earning the District's Be a Gift to the World recognition.
Diana W. lead a trivia quiz about Independence Day.
Kathy reported a good time was had at Ladies Night Out!
Judith encouraged Rotarians to purchase tickets to the Trombone Shorty concert at the Arlington Theater on November 11 to support PolioPlus.
Diana W. reminded us of upcoming events: Concerts in the Park (July 21), Coffee with the President (July 26), DG Social (Aug 2), and Fiesta Parade Watching (Aug 5).
David Velarde announced the Group 8 Fiesta Float will begin construction soon. Volunteers needed for framing (July 23-29), painting (Aug 1-2), chicken wire (Aug 3), and decorating the float with flowers (Aug 4).
Judith presented Andy with a gift from the club and Andy shared his appreciation to the club for hosting him. He will return to Argentina later in the day.
Club Foundation President, Jody, announced the two available seats on the Foundation Board were filled by Ken Beisser and Tom Putnam. No vote needed.
Jim R. donated two bottles of wine for the raffle. Steve Barley was the winner.
Our speakers were Steve Boehm and Harry Hagen giving craft talks.
Click on the calendar to see a full schedule of our meetings, events, and activities.
SUNRISE ROTARY VISION STATEMENT
Working as a team with integrity to transform our local and international communities by living lives of "service above self" through our contributions of time, talent, and treasure.
EDITOR'S NOTE: This is a weekly newsletter of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise. Please submit questions, comments, corrections, submissions, or photos to Karen Kawaguchi at kkawaguchi@sbma.net. Deadline for submissions is every Friday for the next week's issue.
WEEKLY DUTIES
for July 27, 2016
Greeters:
Diana Cecala
Graham Guess
Flag Salute:
Diana Cecala
Invocation:
Graham Guess
Sergeant at Arms:
Richard Redmond
Raffle:
Burt Chortkoff
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