Hello Rotarians and Friends!
There is no doubt that this year is flying by…
fall is nearly over, and Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away. Thanksgiving is the day we get to take a moment to express our gratitude and count
our blessings, joining with friends and family to celebrate on this collective day of Thanks. I won't pretend that 2024 has not been challenging,
and I have definitely experienced a full
spectrum of emotions,yet I continue to
believe that truth, honor,and goodness
will always prevail.
I am proud of our Club, and I am proud to serve.
I am profoundly grateful to each and every member for their commitment, trust and perseverance and I am so very thankful to our Club leadership for their hard work, dedication, and vision.
Thank you.
Thank you to our friends.
Thank you to our community.
Thank you to all those who helped us fund our programs; your support means so much to so many. May you feel the warmth and love of those
you hold dear and may we, even for a day,
experience peace and harmony, joy, and connection.
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
We welcomed the Director of the Jacaranda Foundation, Luc Deschamps, who met with Club leadership to continue discussions,
making plans for a Global Grant
in support of the children of the Jacaranda School
for Orphans in Malawi, Africa. We are so grateful to have the opportunity to spend time with these amazing visionaries and look forward to our continued partnership.
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Big Top Fellowship Fun!!
Several Rotarians attended the new Cirque Du Soleil show “Kooza” at the Santa Monica Pier. I heard nothing but rave reviews, and I thank Lucy Wegner for making the arrangements for this fun event!
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Cicchetti & Fellowship Feast!!
We had another delightful day of fun, feast, and fellowship at Cantalini’s Salerno Beach Restaurant this past Sunday. Thank you to all who came out to share a meal, lots of stories…and wine!
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Honorary Member Garrett Smith
celebrated his 70th Birthday
with a magical fun unicorn themed karaoke party at Pancho’s in Manhattan Beach.
Happy birthday Garrett!!
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This Week’s Meeting is a
Club Assembly, for Members only.
We will hear updates about our Club and Foundation, progress on recent fundraising, receive an update about Club administration and finances, announce our slate for next year, hear about the many activities happening in December and spend a little time
sharing some gratitude.
I heard rumor, Foundation President Gail did a little baking and will be sharing some of her delicious treats!
This meeting is designed to be informal and informative, highlighting our many, mid-year successes and projections for the balance
of our fiscal year. We hope to see you.
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** Next week Wednesday Dec. 4th **
At our meeting we will be assembling Holiday Wreaths for the Seniors of Westside Pacific Village.
THE FUN CONTINUES WEDNESDAY Night
Our Holiday Happy Hour
will be held at Whiskey Reds on Wednesday, December 4th 5:30p! Please come and Join the Fun ~ All are Welcome!
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* VENICE H.S. JACKETS OF EXCELLENCE *
We will join the Venice Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the academic achievements of the “Jackets of Excellence” recipients.
The awards reception is being held at
the Venice High School Auditorium on
December 5th at 4:30P.
This is an incredible program that
we are so honored to support.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Don't miss the joyful Holiday Concert by the
Mark Twain Bell Ringers on Dec. 11th.
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Holiday Gift Wrapping Party ~
"Adopt a Families" December 13th
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** Santa Claus is coming to Town **
One of our most beloved Holiday Events
is coming soon…
the Santa Tour is happening on Dec. 16th, and we have selected some wonderful Santa Stops promising a delightful evening spreading the joy of the season throughout our neighborhoods.
Please volunteer to team up with our Santa Stop families and help bring smiles to the faces of our children!! I feel confident to say that I think Santa may be a Rotarian (and Mrs. Claus too!). 🚒🎅🤶🎄🚔
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Our final meeting before our two-week
holiday break will be our
FUN AND FABULOUS FELLOWSHIP MEETING where we will announce the November Rotarian of the Month, celebrate November birthdays,
and hear a mini craft talk as we
“Meet a Member of the Board.”
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* We will be Dark on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. *
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The first Happy Hour of 2025 will be held on January 2nd at Cantalini’s Salerno Beach Restaurant so we can help President Lisa celebrate her restaurant’s 25th Anniversary. Please come out and help celebrate this important milestone! This Happy Hour will take the place of the “Fun at Cantalini’s” event on December 29th– you can expect the same Food, Fun and Fellowship, paired with libations and a few surprises.
Congratulations Cantalini’s and Happy 25th!
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We will resume weekly meetings on January 8th with our traditional White Elephant Gift Exchange…
this is your opportunity to spread the love, regifting your most “interesting” gifts!
Please keep an eye on our Club calendar for the many wonderful events and programs throughout the coming months and
join in the service and spirit of Rotary!
