april/may 2012
Monarch Beach
sunrise rotary on the california riviera
Operation Rack Pack by Terry Rifkin 350 Friends of our Fifth Marines descended upon Camp San Mateo at Camp Pendleton on Sunday March 18 to clean the barracks in preparation of our 2nd Battalion 4th Marines coming home from Afghanistan after a 7 month deployment. Rotarians were there. Margarita Martin, Marsha Prentice, Mary Jeffries, Pete Hammer, George and Polly Rendon, and Terry Rifkin put on their rubber gloves and “got down and dirty” with mops, disinfectant, and sponges to make the rooms look and smell presentable to the tired and weary Marines to welcome them home. The pillows were lumpy and the sheets were short, but the hospital corners were in place and after the “Welcome Home” posters, entertainment packages and goodie sacks were put on the bed along with notes and toiletries, I am sure it was a sight for sore eyes and there was no doubt that our Marines would know that they returned to a grateful nation. Other Rotarians gave a cash donation, and some contributed in-kind items and goodies to add to the huge stash to be distributed. Donating time and elbow grease and working boots on the ground with one another in service was inspiring and the least we could do to welcome our brave men home. How wonderful to have them back on American soil and to know you were part of this special event for them. Each of our cleaning brigade truly made a difference. Semper Fi!
MBSR’s LobsterFest is June 23! by Alan Wickstrom The 3rd Annual Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club’s Dana Point LobsterFest Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 4pm at Doheny State Beach is going to once again be the party at the beach that starts the summer! Last year’s LobsterFest had over 500 patrons & volunteers in attendance and our goal this year is to make it bigger and better! Tickets are $75 per person and include the gourmet lobster & steak buffet prepared by renowned Chef Louis Lepe, a live band (sponsored by Sunsets Bar / StillWater Spirts & Sounds) and soft drinks. There will also be a silent auction and opportunity drawing plus a “No-Host bar” for the adults to purchase adult beverages at the event. Our goal is to sell 20 “Big Tail” tables for this year’s LobsterFest, which continued on p4
MBSR meets on Wednesday mornings at 7am at the laguna cliffs marriott in dana point • monarchbeachrotary.com
President’s Message by Al Soley Spring is in the air, time for renewal, rebirth, blossoming, and growth. Many cultures of the world still follow the traditions of few thousand years ago and “clean house” before spring, shake the old rugs, sweep the house, plant new flowers and trees, visit friends and family, and celebrate the arrival of spring with new attitude, new plan of action and a new mind set. When Spring arrives and the sun starts to shine we also try to shine brighter with a positive attitude, expecting to create better days by turning every obstacle into new opportunities. For over twenty years we called the Ritz Carlton Hotel home for our meetings. Compared to many other clubs our size, we met there for a very long time. We have been very fortunate to stay in one venue for so many years, but now is the time for change. Now we have a new home at the beautiful Laguna Cliffs Marriott, selected by you — our members. Let’s celebrate our arrival to the Marriott by beginning this Spring to revitalize the club. This is also the month of the Rotary Magazine, The Rotarian. What caught my attention was an article with Rotarians’ comments on networking opportunities amongst local club members as well as National and International
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Save the Date!!! Combat Golf Tournament Golfers: Mark your Calendars Proceeds to benefit our deployed Marines and Sailors and their families left behind.
Camp Pendleton Memorial Golf Course Monday, June 18th $150/Player (Includes Golf & Prizes) Sponsor a Marine or Wounded Warrior To sponsor or play visit DanaPoint5thMarines.com 1st Place Winners in the Men’s and Women’s Divisions will attend a, never to be forgotten, Adventure Day at Camp Pendleton.
President’s Message, continued from previous column members around the world. Now is the time to revisit those relations and make them stronger than ever, and grow them further in both quality and quantity. Greg Owens, our District Governor, says it best: “The Objects of Rotary encourage and foster the ideal of service as a worthy enterprise for the development of acquaintance, high ethical standards in all businesses, professions and communities to advance world understanding and peace.” Our world starts at home. Our new home will be the place for growth, friendship and love. It is from here that we take our message of peace and health to the world, through any of the six areas of Rotary focus: water and sanitation; disease prevention and control; child and maternal health; education and literacy; economic and community development; and certainly peace and conflict resolution.
Apr - May 2012
Birthdays & Anniversaries Apr 17 Apr 23 Apr 27 Apr 28 May 2 May 5
Paul Lehrich Al Soley Terry Rifkin Sharon Baltzell Paul Lehrich Darrell Cavanaugh
Birthday Birthday Birthday Anniversary Anniversary Anniversary
May 11 May 13 May 15 May 17 May 28 May 29
Al Soley Barbara Meglen Mark Cruz LaVal Brewer Dave Crouch Dave Crouch
Anniversary Birthday Birthday Birthday Birthday Anniversary
New Member Highlight Jeannie Hankins began her career as a CPA with Alexander Grant & Company (now Grant Thornton). In 1989, Jeannie, her husband and a business partner purchased a small aerospace company in Brea, manufacturing fabricated metal parts for Boeing, General Dynamics and other companies. In 1994, both her husband and business partner passed away. In 1996, Jeannie joined the Brea Rotary Club, and quickly became active in the Brea community, serving on the Boards of the Chamber and the Boys and Girls Club. In 2000-2001, Jeannie served as President of the Brea Rotary Club, and had the opportunity to attend her first International Conference – in Buenos Aires!! Over the next several years, Jeannie attended International Conventions in San Antonio, Barcelona, and Copenhagen, as well as “making up” in other travels to England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Sweden, Holland, Austria and Australia.
73rd Assembly District 2012 Woman of the Year: Terry Rifkin Our own Terry Rifkin was honored as the 73rd Assembly District’s 2012 Woman of the Year by Assemblywoman Diane Harkey (R-Dana Point) at a March 26 ceremony on the Assembly floor. As mentioned in a recent Dana Point Times newspaper article, “It is an honor for me to be able to recognize an outstanding woman in the 73rd district every year. Terry Rifkin serves as an example to everyone on what a true volunteer is,” said Harkey. “The number of unpaid hours Terry devotes to our troops and her community is a testament to how one person can improve the lives of untold numbers of people.
In 2000, another business partner joined Jeannie they began their developing proprietary products. In 2001, after moving her manufacturing facilities, she transferred to the Villa Park Rotary. Jeannie continued to serve on the Board in various positions, including Chair of the Foundation Committee when VPRC became a 100% Paul Harris Club. In 2011, Jeannie realized a life-long dream of living at the beach, and moved into her beachfront condo in San Clemente – requiring her to transfer to yet another Rotary Club. After attending most of the Clubs surrounding her new home, Jeannie realized that the strongest, most active Club in the area is MBSR!!!! In the few shorts months of membership, Jeannie has participated in the Golf Tournament and the Diamond Dig, and is looking forward to participating in the Lobsterfest. Jeannie’s interests are: traveling, bridge, walking on the beach, live theater performances, and participating in projects of the MBSR.
“Terry is a charter member of the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club where she has served as president and assistant governor along with many terms on the Board of Directors. Rotary District 5320 recognized her leadership by naming her the Rotarian Business Person of the Year for 2008.” Congratulations Terry! Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary is so proud of you!! Read more: Dana Point Times - Terry Rifkin 73rd Assembly District Woman of the Year.
Save these dates! May 6 - 9, 2012
RI Convention, Bangkok, Thailand
Jun 1 - 3, 2012
District 5320 Conference
Sat June 30, 2012 3rd Annual LobsterFest
The 4-way test of things we think, say or do… Is it the truth? • Is it fair to all concerned? • Will it build goodwill and friendships? • Will it be beneficial to all concerned? is Promote International Convention Month may
Youth of the Month
Rotarians Cindy Elders, James Littlejohn and Linda Hess were on hand at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley to present club members their Monarch Beach Rotary sponsored Youth of the Month t-shirts and certificates for being outstanding members of the Boys & Girls Club for the month of March (above) and February (below).
Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary
Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary
President...................................... Al Soley Vice President............... Alan Wickstrom Secretary............................ John Coffman Treasurer....................................Rod Eide President Elect ................ Ellen Turnbull Imm. Past President........James Littlejohn Club Service Committee Leaders: Scholarship Program...........Bonnie Myers Golf Tournament......................Rod Eide & Neil Burns International Service.....Margarita Martin Vocational Service................... Linda Hess Community Service.......Nancy Baumann & Nan Eide Club Service..................... Ellen Turnbull Youth Service.....................John Coffman Membership....................Marsha Prentice Foundation Support..................Rod Eide Website ........................ Alan Wickstrom Club Bulletin.......................... Neil Burns Programs ............................. Kathy Flores Song Leader ...................... John Hayden Fine Master ......................... Mary Jeffries Attendance............................... John Rose Public Relations............ Alan Wickstrom Photography..........................Terry Rifkin Info & Orientation....................Rod Eide Social................................ Sharon Baltzell Fellowship......................... Penny DiCaro Sergeant at Arms ................. Paul Lehrich RI President.................Kalyan Banerjee District Governor................. Greg Owen
Tuesday
Officers & Directors 11/12
Make-Up Locations
7:10am, Mission Viejo Casta del Sol Golf Club House 7:15am, San Clemente Sunrise Talega Country Club Heritage Grill 7:30am, Newport Sunrise Five Crowns, PCH 12 noon, Laguna Niguel Savannah Chop House
Wednesday 7:00am, Coto De Caza/RSM Del Sol RSM Bell Tower 6:15pm, Newport-Balboa Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club 6:15pm, San Juan Capistrano Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot
Thursday 12 noon, Newport-Irvine University Club @ UCI 12 noon, San Clemente Iron in the Fire Restaurant
Friday 12 noon, Laguna Beach Aliso Creek Inn & Golf Course
Go to monarchbeachrotary.com for more details.
LobsterFest, continued from page 1 provides reserved seating for 10 at a beautifully adorned table, 2 personal servers who will bring food and drinks to the table, along with wine and beer for the table. The cost is $1,500 per table. NEW THIS YEAR!! You can buy a single ticket for seating at a “Big Tail” table, so you and a friend can have that special treatment, for just $150 per person. Many thanks to our MBSR 2012 LobsterFest Chair, Russell Kerr, co-chair, Susan Jeffries, and their awesome LobsterFest committee for all their hard work to ensure this events success. All proceeds from this event will go toward Children’s Charities supported by the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club. Tickets must be purchased in advance and we encourage you to buy your tickets today! To learn more or to buy tickets, visit our special event website at DanaPointLobsterFest.org or call 2012 Lobster Fest co-chair, Susan Jeffries, at 949.412.6815.
MBSR meets on Wednesday mornings at 7am at the laguna cliffs marriott in dana point • monarchbeachrotary.com