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RANCHO BERNARDO ROTARY CLUB
JUNE 7, 2018
The meeting was called to order by President Mike at the Rancho Bernardo Country Club, reaffirming our 54 years of Service Above Self and the Rotary Four-Way Test. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ron Hunt. President Mike filled in for the Inspirational Message, citing inspiring messages from Robert Kennedy and “Ike” Eisenhower.
Todays’ greeter, Maguy Feghali, oversaw the introduction of our guests. The Welcome Song was led by Joel Doss.
President Mike thanked todays’ volunteers: Set Up Crew, Paul Donnick and Judy Lutticken. Front desk, Joel Doss, Lou Anna Dickerson and Brian Flaherty. Club photographer, James Kaspar and Scribe, Rz Norris.
We were reminded that the Demotion Party is next Thursday evening June 14th , 5:30. Those who had not signed up, selected entrees or paid, were encouraged to do so by Benita Page. This was also the last day for the Underwear and sock drive for the Veterans Stand Down. Frances will be taking the donated items to Veterans Village the next day. A BIG thank you was given to all of the members who attended and helped out at the booth for last Saturday’s RB Alive fair. It was noted that Abraxas School will be having an Abraxas Garden Open House this coming Saturday, from 9 to 12. Produce from their garden will be available, as well as a raffle of garden supplies. Our Club was involved in planting trees at Abraxas last spring. It was also mentioned that volunteers are still needed for the Spirit of the 4th parade and fair coming up soon.
President Mike recapped the Governor’s Dinner, which was well attended by our club. Rancho Bernardo Rotary received the Rotary Citation, having met all the criteria for the District. Our Club also placed Third in the District, per capita, for giving to the Rotary Foundation this past year. We also were noted for “Every Rotarian Every Year”, for all club members having contributed at least $100 to the International Rotary Foundation.
Our own Don Glover received the “People of Action” award, for his many contributions to our club and district activities. Don received a well deserved standing ovation from Club members.
Dan Barrios said that 100% of our Club members contributed to the Club Foundation this year and thanked us for our generosity. He also announced that he will served and our Foundation Chair again next year. Dan Recognized Paul Harris donors, and the Major Donors to Paul Harris.
We welcomed back our Fine Master, John O’Neill, who put some new spins on fines for the kitty. Happy Bucks were plentiful.
Jim Sommers introduced our speaker and special guest, Aswini Kar, a Rotarian and past club President from India. He is actively involved in many peripheral Rotary projects, and innovator of several new projects associated with his Rotary experiences. He spoke of promoting Rotarian “Fellowships”, not directly associated with Rotary Clubs, but creating fellowship and “Action Groups” among worldwide Rotary members. Themes for these groups to share common interests include Yoga and Meditation, travel, exchange with sister clubs, as well as promoting the general purposes of Rotary.
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President Mike reminded us of our upcoming meetings: Next weeks Demotion Party at Bernardo Heights Country Club. Mike Stelman will be our speaker on June 21st. There will be no club meeting on June 28th, as a large number of our Members will be in Toronto for the International Convention.
President Mike closed the meeting with quotes from Margaret Mead and John F. Kennedy.