Rotaract Club of Downtown San Diego Weekly Announcements August 01, 2006

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Next Meeting Our next general meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 01, 2006 at 6:30 pm at Kansas City BBQ, 610 W. Market Street, Downtown San Diego. Please join us for dinner at Dick's Last Resort! We will all walk down there right after the meeting. We're looking forward to seeing you there!

Community Service: Ice Cream Social for Seniors August 5th (Saturday) 1:45 pm - 3:00 pm Potiker Family Senior Residence, 928 Broadway (between 9th & 10th Streets downtown) Let's cool down at our next community service event – an Ice Cream Social at the senior center! During these hot months, the elderly are especially vulnerable to the elements and this is the perfect way to keep everyone cool! We'll be dishing out sundaes and perhaps there'll be time to play some games, too. Our Community Service Chair, Cade, will supply the ice cream, but please bring your favorite ice cream topping, i.e. bottle of chocolate sauce, can of whip cream, jar of cherries, etc. We are really looking forward to this event and we hope to see you all there! Street parking is available but please arrive a few minutes early to locate a spot. To RSVP or find out information, please email Cade.

Social Event: Del Mar Fair & Billy Idol August 12 (Saturday) 12:30 pm @ Pizza Port, Solana Beach or 3:00 pm @ the Del Mar Track Our next Rotaract social event is a day at the Del Mar Track. On Saturday, we will be meeting for lunch at Pizza Port in Solana Beach and then heading over to the Del Mar Track for the races and the Microbrew Festival during the day followed by a free concert by Billy Idol after the races end. There will be several chances to meet up with us during the day. For those that want to meet for lunch and carpool to the track, we are meeting at Pizza Port in Solana Beach at 12:30 pm (135 N. Highway 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075). To get there take the 5 and exit Lomas Santa Fe and go West until you reach the 101 and turn right. Then it is about 100 feet on your left. Just park on the side streets. We will probably leave Pizza Port aroun two-ish then head to the track which is very close. Parking at the track is $6 and general admission is also $6. The first race starts at 2pm. For those that want to meet us there, our Social Chair, Mark, will meet people at 3:00 pm. When you first enter the track there is a small stage about a hundred feet on your left, which is used for the Friday concerts. We will meet people there at 3:00 pm. If you get there later, our group will be around the microbrew area which is directly on the opposite side of the finish line in a grassy area. Just ask around where the microbrew area is located or call Mark at 858-922-1275, if you can't find us. After the races end, the free Billy Idol concert starts at 7:00 pm near the microbrew area. And afterwards, for those who want to go out, there is the option of going to En Fuego in Del Mar. Rotaract has done these events before and they are good times all around. If you haven't received our evite please contact our Social Chair, Mark.

Recap: USCC Rotaract Conference Rotaractors and prospect members from Downtown San Diego Rotaract Club enjoyed a fun filled weekend at the United States, Canada, and Caribbean (USCC) Conference last weekend, July 21 – 23. Over fifteen people from San Diego joined up in Los Angeles to meet people from over 400 Rotaract clubs in the conference region. San Diego members met up on Friday evening for some Los Angeles social gatherings, reconvened on Saturday morning to attend the morning conferences held at UCLA, and settled in Hollywood for a "Mingle under the Stars" finale. The conference proved fruitful and rewarding as several clubs represented their home towns and presented on community projects and professional development. Guest speaker, Angi Ma Wong, Feng Shui expert and public speaker gave a presentation titled "Ancient Solutions to Modern Day Stress". The audience was entertained by her funny stories as a young adult coping with stress and her many exercises to physically relieve the pains of stress. San Diegan Rotaractors enjoyed the lessons of yoga type moves, back massages, and mental games to relieve stress. Saturday continued with fun as Rotaractors around the region joined for a night of celebration, awards, dining, and dancing at the La Trastevere in Hollywood. The members from San Diego met new friends from around the district as well as met up with familiar faces. The weekend proved to develop the attendees socially, professionally, and definitely internationally. Check out the photos below for a few impressions from a great conference! Feng Shui expert Angi Ma Wong at the USCC Conference. Andrea E., Gidget, Andrea S. and Chava meet the UCLA bear. After the Formal Dinner, Rotaractors Derrick, Mark and Chantelle once again take on Hollywood. Andrea S., Gidget, Chava and Jessica after the USCC Formal Dinner.

International: Felicia's Visit to Route Istanbul Our member Felicia Islas tells us about her visit to Turkey earlier this year: "One of the great experiences I’ve had through Rotaract is meeting fellow Rotaractors around the world. I had the opportunity to attend a Rotaract international event, known as Route Istanbul, hosted in Istanbul, Turkey for five days (May 17 - May 21). I stayed in a Turkish home with my Rotaract hostess who was very sweet, kind and hospitable. The event was well organized because at the same time you're getting to know Rotaract members; you also have a guided tour of all the main attractions this beautiful city offers to its visitors. Route Istanbul promoted and reinforced international relationships between Rotaract clubs by inviting Rotaractors from all over the world to visit Istanbul. Personally, I had an amazing time and bonded with many people I met there. I strongly encourage all Rotaractors to get involved in Rotaract’s international gatherings such as this one. It’s an incredible experience with unforgettable memories."

Board Position Available Would you like to become more involved in our club during the 2006-2007 year? Do you have interest and skill in web design and development? Website Chair may be for you. If this has sparked something inside of you, or if you have interest in becoming more involved with Rotaract in another capacity, please email Bridget.

Professional Development Upcoming: Professional Development Events in Our Area National Human Resources Association "Creating High-Performance Coaching Cultures" August 8 (Tuesday) 7:45 am - 9:30 am DoubleTree Hotel, 7450 Hazard Center Drive, 92108 Cost: $25.00/$40.00 Members/Non-Members Established in 1951, the National Human Resources Association (NHRA) is a network of local affiliates focused on advancing the development of human resource professionals. SCORE "Starting a New Business: How to Start and Manage Your Own Business" August 5 (Saturday) or August 22 (Tuesday) 9:00 am - 4:15 pm Point Loma Nazarene University, 4007 Camino del Rio South, 92108 Cost: $64.00 (with pre-registration) The SCORE Association (Service Corps of Retired Executives) "Counselors to America's Small Business" is a nonprofit association comprised of 11,500 and growing volunteer business counselors throughout the U.S. and its territories. SCORE was formed in 1964 and nearly 4.5 million Americans have utilized their services. SCORE "Financing: Financing Your Business" August 9 (Wednesday) 9:30 am - 11:30 am SCORE Entrepreneur Center, 550 West C Street, Suite 550, 92101 Cost: $25.00 (with pre-registration)

Senior Center 2nd Saturday of each month Volunteers (2-3) are needed the 2nd Saturday of each month from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm to help serve lunch at the Senior Center Downtown. Please contact Cade for details and availability.

San Diego Downtown Breakfast Rotary Meeting The San Diego Downtown Breakfast Rotary Club is meeting every Wednesday at 7:00 am at the Symphony Towers University Club, 750 B Street, Suite 3400. Next scheduled speakers / events: August 02 Sgt. Chuck Arnold & Detective Chris Armstrong SDPD "Cyber-Sex, MySpace.com and other Internet Crimes" August 09 Martin Wollesen Director of Events, UCSD August 16 Garry Ridge CEO, WD-40 "Don't Mark My Paper, Help Me Get an 'A'" August 23 Paula Cordiero Dean, USD School of Leadership and Education For last minute changes, please check http://www.sdrotary.org!

Members' Bulletin Board The Crohns & Colitis Foundation: Guts & Glory 5K August 06 (Sunday) 6:30 am Cal State San Marcos, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos The Crohns & Colitis Foundation is having their Guts & Glory 5K fundraiser this Sunday morning at Cal State San Marcos. They're in need of volunteers to help hand out t-shirts, water, etc. The race starts at 8:00 am and will be done by about 9:30am - 10:00am. They need volunteers starting around 6:30am or 7:00am, depending on what you're doing. Contact Pamela at (858) 547-8200 ext. 2#. Click here for more information. San Diego Humane Society: Annual Calendar Contest Deadline: August 16th! Do you have a pet that was born to be a model? Then send us a picture for our Annual Calendar Contest! Twelve lucky pets, chosen by a panel of San Diego Humane Society staff, will be featured as "Pets of the Month"! Runners-up will be included in smaller photos within the calendar portion of each month's page, and all photos submitted will be included in the "Best Friends Collage". All participants will recive a complimentary 2007 calendar! Click here for more details and to submit your photo online! Entry is only $25, and your donation goes towards helping our animals find good homes as well as helping us to provide vital community services. Hurry, the deadline for submitting your photos is August 16th! - Your friends at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA 1,000 Laughs for 1,000 Smiles August 18 (Friday) 8:00 pm Sycuan Resort & Casino - Showcase Theatre Enjoy an evening of laughter and good fun while supporting the Thousand Smiles Foundation, which provides dental care and cleft palate surgery for children in Mexico. To purchase tickets, please click here. For more information, please visit the La Mesa Sunrise Rotary Club's website or download a flyer with all the details. America's Finest City Half Marathon & 5K with the Arthritis Foundation August 20 (Sunday) 7:00 am Balboa Park Make a difference in a life while improving your own by participating in the AFC Half Marathon or 5K on Sunday, August 20th and choose the Arthritis Foundation as the charity to support when you register at: www.afc.activecharityconnect.com If you have any questions, e-mail Rachel Landolt or call her at 858-492-1090. Roommate Wanted Roommate Wanted - La Jolla: 2bed/1ba furnished condo to share. Garage parking, laundry in unit and pool in complex. Walking distance to UCSD. No smoking. Small dog OK. Email Gidget or call her at 858-349-7505. Post your own message here! Do you need a roommate? Trying to sell your car? Let Rotaract work for you! Post your message here in the newsletter and have it be seen by over 100 like-minded people. Just send an e-mail to newsletter@sdrotaract.org with "Bulletin Board" in the subject line. Please remember to also include a general time frame for your message, e.g. 3 weeks, 2 newsletters, or until November 1st.

Rotaract & Rotary Trivia How many dollars have Rotarians contributed thus far to PolioPlus and how many children have been immunized? 600 million dollars. Over 2 billion children have received the oral vaccine.