Rancho Bernardo Rotary Meeting
October 31, 2019
October 31, 2019
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Co-Presidents Susan and David (greeting us in Oreo Cookie costumes), called the meeting of many Halloween costumed members to order, and led us in citing the Four Way Test. The Pledge was led by Felix Luciano, who reminded us of the many symbolic things our Flag stands for. Following the Pledge, Jim Sommer led us in singing “God Bless America”. The Inspirational Message was given by Lisa De La Torre, who said Rotary was an inspiration for giving and remembering why we give. Multi badged (Joker masked) Jim Sommer was greeter today. He introduced visiting Rotarians and Guests. Jim and Joel Doss led a rousing Welcome Song.
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Co-President Susan thanked the Volunteers for today: Joel Doss and Greg Bohart at the front desk, Bill Brehm did the set up for today. Photographer James Kaspar, Scribe Rz Norris, and Meeting organizer John O’Neill. John Hawkins at the piano provided music during the social time.
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Mike Stelman introduced Peggy Johnson and representatives from the Quilts of Valor Foundation, who presented a Quilt to our own Mike Fuqua, commemorating his years of Military Service.
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Co-President Susan said she has the donation envelope for the Adopt a Family drive for any additional donations. Pirate of the Day, Mike Fuqua, announced that organization is underway for the 2020 Vines and Vittles extravaganza. He passed around a signup sheet for members to choose where they would like to help with the program. Jim Hyldahl reminded us of the Oaks North Clean-up effort on November 9th . Dan Barrios presented a Paul Harris Foundation pin to Bill Brehm. Dan also said our Pennies for Polio collection jar raised $1,065.00. We were reminded of the District 5340 Foundation Seminar on November 9th . Co-President Susan
mentioned the 5340 Golf League play at Rancho Bernardo Inn on December 4th . So Far seven members from our club are signed up to play.
mentioned the 5340 Golf League play at Rancho Bernardo Inn on December 4th . So Far seven members from our club are signed up to play.
Arilla St. Laurent, nicely turned out in her Pink Panther costume, mentioned that both John Kasser and John O’Neill are under the weather. Then changing her stripes to Fine Master, Arilla fined those non-employed members who were not in costume for our Halloween meeting. Lots of Happy Bucks followed.
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Alex Robertson, a member of the Nominating Committee, announced the committees choice for President elect: Anethea Luciano said she was pleased to take on that responsibility.
Co-President Susan introduced James Kaspar, our photographer, as Rotarian of the month.
By applause vote, the Best Halloween Costumes were awarded to, 1st Mike Fuqua, looking fierce as the pirate, 2nd Larry Valente, as Kermit the Frog, and 3rd Arilla St. Laurent, as the Pink Panther.
Jim Hyldahl introduced the speaker for today: Christopher Kane, MD, Dean of UC San Diego School of Medicine and CEO of UC Physicians Services. He gave us an overview of the UC medical programs available here as well as other UC campuses including teaching, research and care, with the goal of a healthier world.
Felix Luciano presented the Speakers Book; Timeline by Michael Crichton.
Toby Westbrook presented the Joe Max Moment joke for the month with great success.
Upcoming Programs:
November 7th : Adrianna McCollum, Alzheimers San Diego
November 14th : Gina Jacobs, SDSU Mission Valley West
A reminder that our meeting for November 14th , an evening meeting, will be held at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo.
November 7th : Adrianna McCollum, Alzheimers San Diego
November 14th : Gina Jacobs, SDSU Mission Valley West
A reminder that our meeting for November 14th , an evening meeting, will be held at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo.
Below: Dave Brooks and Gary Saks delivering food they shopped for and hauled from the SD Food Bank to the Vista Hill Parent Care facility in La Mesa