Let’s talk about the rich opportunities PVSR
continues to create for teachers and students
through giving. By sharing our time, talents,
and resources, we support education, inspire
learning, and help shape future leaders—living
our commitment to Service Above Self.
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Speaker of the Week:
Kelly Younger - Professor at LMU
We are pleased to welcome Kelly Younger to
our Wednesday meeting, where we will hear from
the Emmy-nominated screenwriter and producer
behind projects such as The Muppet Show and
Amazon’s hit Candy Cane Lane. Kelly has also
contributed to award-winning Muppets productions and major Disney and Pixar films, including Frozen 2 and Moana. He will share insights on
storytelling, creativity, and collaboration drawn
from his work across film, television, and
education, as well as his experience as a Rotary Scholar at the University of
Dublin, Ireland.
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January Birthdays
Join us as we acknowledge and celebrate our members whose birthdays fall in January.
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Induction of Stephanie Younger
We are beyond thrilled to "officially" induct
Stephanie Younger as a member of PVSR.
Please join us this Wednesday as Stephanie
receives her Rotary pin and is warmly
welcomed by fellow PVSR members.
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Teacher Mini Grant Event
An impressive 127 Teacher Mini Grant
applications were received and thoughtfully
reviewed by a panel of six PVSR members - Jim, Martha, Susan, Natalie, Debbie, and Lisa.
From these submissions, 80 teachers were
awarded grants ranging from $100 to $400,
bringing much-needed resources directly into
their classrooms. The awards were met with
great enthusiasm by the principals of
the recipient schools.
In total, PVSR proudly gave out $19,573
to local schools. These funds were raised
through a combination of fundraisers—and
yes, even a bake sale!
A special note of gratitude goes to Gail, whose homemade cookies and banana and zucchini
breads were a huge hit. Every dollar raised from
her delicious baked goods was fully earmarked
for this year’s Teacher Mini Grants.
Congratulations to PVSR for its continued
commitment to education, and heartfelt
appreciation to all the teachers who took the
time to apply. Your dedication inspires us all.
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Rotary Kickoff -
Habitat For Humanity
Culver City Rotary and Westchester Rotary
Clubs formed a coalition with Habitat for
Humanity to raise awareness of partnership
opportunities with Rotary and Habitat.
Councilwoman Traci Park spoke about the
challenges facing Pacific Palisades and the
opportunities in rebuilding.
In attendance were six members of PVSR— Gwen, Lisa, Stephanie, Brady, Dean, and Susan.
The coalition will focus on strengthening
Palisades families through future programs
while addressing challenges such as
insurance and permits.
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Rotarians Around Town
Always looking for a way to give back, Gail
Goldstein celebrated her birthday at Build-A-Bear
Culver City. Twenty-seven PVSR members and
family came together to build 31 bears, all
destined for donation to the Los Angeles County
Children's Hospital program CARES. The joy
of giving continuous on!
Following the festivities, all were invited to join
Gail for a special birthday dinner at Cantalini’s,
where fellowship and celebration continued into
the evening.
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Events Coming Up
Edizen Stowell, Venice Paparazzi January 28th
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WE’RE PROUD TO BE PLAYA
VENICE ROTARIANS
“LET’S GROW - LET’S GLOW!”
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PLAYA VENICE SUNRISE ROTARY Serving our Community since 2005
