Sunrise volunteers helped usher guests to their seats at Fiesta Pequena, or “Little Fiesta,” the opening night of Old Spanish Days Fiesta. Learn more.
Back-To-School Shopping Day!
With the start of the new school year, we joined forces with the Kiwanis club to provide donations to support students and families in need. Learn more.
August Rotarian of the Month Honored
President Judith recognized Chris Baxter for his technical expertise in setting up the AV and hybrid format for our bi-monthly club meetings. Congratulations, Chris! Learn more.
Volcanes Students Receive Scholarships
Four secondary, preparatory, and university students receive scholarships for the new school year thanks to our club foundation and LuzMaria Ortiz and E Russell Smith.Learn more.
Seeking Donations for Online Auction
Restaurant gift certificates, hotel stays, wine tours, guest house rentals, unique or exclusive experiences for the online auction on November 1-13. Record donations here.
Puerto Vallarta Sister City Trip
Last call to sign up for this trip on Nov 29-Dec 8. The trip will include a 50th anniversary sister cities celebration and visit to Los Volcanes. Seven are signed up; contact Janet Napierif interested.
PCPA's Into the Woods . . . so much fun!
Family and friends enjoyed a picnic dinner and a magical musical performance of Into the Woods at the newly renovated Solvang Festival Theater.
A great time was had by all Rotarians and Kiwanians at Timbers Roadhouse. Always great making new friends who also share our passion of serving others.View photos.
Call for Entries: Pet of the Month
Enter your pet to be featured in a future issue of the bulletin. Submit a photo of your furry (winged, scaled, etc.) friend promoting the Rotary emblem in some way. Bonus points if you share why your pet loves Rotary.
District 5240 Conference
Hear inspiring speakers, reconnect with fellow Rotarians, meet new friends, and enjoy a dinner party with entertainment on November 18-20 at the Beachfront Hilton in Santa Barbara! Register here.
Thursday, September 15 @ 7:30-11:30am
Team Rotary: SBA Full Scale Disaster Drill
Volunteers needed to participate in a full scale mock real-world disaster with real fire department, law enforcement, emergency and medical personnel responding. Learn more.
Saturday, September 17 @ 9am-12pm
Team Rotary: Coastal Clean Up Day
Join us for Coastal Cleanup Day to give back to the ocean, beaches, and creeks that make Santa Barbara County such a wonderful place to live. Learn more.
Saturday, September 17 at 7:30-11am
Team Rotary: She.Is.Beautiful Run
Volunteers needed to help at water stations, provide shirts/goody bags to runners, and direct along the course.Learn more.
Save The Date: Sunday, November 13
Team Rotary: Foodbank Empty Bowls
Mark your calendar for this SB Foodbank event. Volunteers needed for set up, greeting, check out, and more. Stay tuned for information.
Wednesday, September 7 @ 7am
Club Meeting and Program
Join us to hear from La Cuesta Principal Sonia Amaral on alternative education programs in the Santa Barbara School District.
Join President Judith for fun lunch break on her pink blanket at the beautiful Alice Keck Memorial Garden. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair if you’d like! Learn more.
Saturday, September 22 @ 5-7pm
Sunrise @ Sunset Happy Hour
Join your Rotary friends for happy hour at J. Wilkes 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.
Save the Date: Saturday, October 8
Camp Whittier Family Day and Pub Trivia
Group 8 Rotary members and their families are invited to spend a day of fun at Camp Whittier. Activities, lunch, and a pub trivia competition will be held! Learn more.
Save the Date: October 22 @ 10am
e-Bike Ride with Kirk and Jann
Join Honorary Members Kirk and Jann Greene for a fun e-Bike ride beginning at the Dolphin Fountain to Carpinteria and back. Ride your own or rent an e-Bike and join the fun! 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.