Our club has lots of opportunities for fun, fellowship and service in the coming months! She invites all to "Come on out and join me . . . and bring a friend!" Read her full message.
Welcome, New Member, David Steckel
David Steckel was inducted as a new member on September 7, 2022. He holds the classification of technology consulting and was sponsored by Gabriel Lucatero.Learn more.
September Rotarian of the Month Honored
President Judith recognized Bill Abel for serving as our club historian and documenting our club meetings in photos for the past 20+ years. Congratulations, Bill! Learn more.
Nicaragua Aquaponics Global Grant Update
We now have 13 systems installed in the rural area and 20 systems, which are smaller, in the urban area for a total of 33 systems. Nine systems are in public schools. Learn more.
Study Desks for Transition House
The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise Foundation, with support from a District 5240 matching grant, provided funding for 16 desks and chairs for each family sleeping room at the Transition House emergency shelter. Learn more.
Pup for Polio!
In honor of World Polio Day, this month's Pet of the Month belongs to one of our club's past presidents known as a cycling enthusiast, originator of Pints with a Past President, and for promoting PolioPlus. To learn this pup's person, click here.
Seeking Donations for Online Auction
Restaurant gift certificates, hotel stays, wine tours, guest house rentals, unique or exclusive experiences for the online auction on Nov 1-13. Take a sneak preview of the auction here.
Belfiore Joins Past RI President in Rome
President-Elect Bruce Belfiore and Gloria Cavallero travel to Rome to join Past Rotary International President Mark Maloney and Gay for a rescheduled celebration for the Maloneys. Learn more.
Picnic with the President
It was a beautiful day today for a picnic with President Judith at Alice Keck Memorial Garden! Rotarians enjoyed fellowship and Judith's delicious snickerdoodles. View photos.
Team Rotary Volunteers For Mock Disaster
Team Rotary participated in a mock real-world disaster held at the Santa Barbara Airport with real fire department, law enforcement, emergency and medical personnel responding.View photos.
Sunrise@Sunset Happy Hour Photos
Rotary friends came together for wine and tasty bites at J. Wilkes in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone. Fun fact: The building was constructed by one of our own, Tom Heath.View photos.
$150 million commitment to combat polio
Rotary International President Jennifer Jones announced at the Global Citizen Festivalan additional US$150 million pledge toward polio eradication. Read more.
Save the Date: Holiday Party
Save the date of Wednesday, December 7, 2022 for our annual Holiday Party at Petit Valentien. Join club members, spouses and friends for a festive evening of fellowship! More information soon.
District 5240 Conference
Hear inspiring speakers, reconnect with fellow Rotarians, meet new friends, and enjoy dinner and entertainment on Nov 18-20 at the Beachfront Hilton in Santa Barbara! Register here.
La Cuesta Student of the Month
The Student of the Month program will begin soon. One volunteer needed to pick up the Student of the Month plaque and bring to the club meeting on a monthly basis. Contact Kathleen Rogers.
RYLA Selection Committee
Four scholarships will be offered to local high school students to attend Rotary Youth Leadership Awards in April 2023. Contact Kathleen Rogers to serve on the interview selection committee.
Tuesday, October 4, 8:30am-3pm
Team Rotary: Direct Relief Kit Assembly
Hurricanes have made a havoc of the gulf area. Direct Relief needs help assembling 2,500 personal hygiene kits. ContactDennis Johns.
Sunday, October 23, 1-4pm
Team Rotary: Bread & Roses
This event needs volunteers to setup tables & chairs, traffic control, ticket sales, wine serving, and tear down. ContactDennis Johns.
Wednesday, October 5 @ 7am
Club Meeting and Program
Join us to hear from the General Secretary and CEO of Rotary International by Zoom about Rotary's Action Plan and efforts supporting Ukraine.
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.
Thursday, October 13 @ 12pm
Picnic with the President
Join President Judith for fun lunch break on her pink blanket at the beautiful Orpet Park on the Lower Riviera. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair if you’d like! Learn more.
Saturday, 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.
Thursday, October 27 @ 5-7 p.m.
Sunrise@Sunset at Anchor Rose
Join your Rotary friends at the new restaurant Anchor Rose located directly overlooking the historic harbor with 360 degree views of the Pacific Ocean and downtown Santa Barbara.Learn more.
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Rotary District 5240 News and Information
Check out the latest news and information from the District.
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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