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THE MAGIC BEGIN AS WE CELEBRATE OUR F IRST I NDUCTION CEREMONY AT THE C ENTURY P ARK ... 1
ISSUE 1
VOLUME 1
August 2012
O UR MONTH OF MANY FIRSTS! C HECK- OUT
THE PICTURES OF OUR ACTIVI TIES OF JULY 2012 ... 2
RC M ANILA M AGIC AND RAC M ANILA J OINT RELIEF E FFORTS FOR HABAGAT FLOOD S URVIVORS ..... 2
MAGICAL Times
ROT ARY CL UB OF M ANI L A M AG IC OFFICIAL NEW SLETTER
American Theologian and Author James Freeman Clarke once said that a politician thinks of the next election while a statesman thinks of the next generation. This is indeed a perfect statement of the actions of our very first ever Magical Speaker. He has reached the top echelons of government service and is adviser to the country’s richest Taipans, but his work with the Rotary Club of Manila continues to inspire his fellow Rotarians and Rotaractors alike. Let us listen to the insights of a humble man and a proud supporter of New Generation of Rotary leaders.
PP BIENVENIDO “BENNY” LAGUESMA Atty. Bienvenido E. Laguesma holds over 30 years of professional experience in law, public service and governance. He is a member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines and the Philippine Bar Association. He joined the Department of Labor and Employment in 1976 where he held various positions and served as a Secretary from 1998-2001. He took up AB Political Science studies from the Lyceum of the Philippines, and also earned a Bachelor of Laws degree from the Ateneo College of Law (Ateneo de Manila University). He undertook the career Executive Service Development Program in
1984 at the Development Academy of the Philippines and completed Public Sector Administration Course at the Royal Institute of Public Administration in London, United Kingdom of Great Britain in 1985. He is presently the Chairman of Philippine Charter Insurance Corporation since November 2009. He is also a Senior Partner at Laguesma, Magsalin Consulta and Gastardo Law Offices. He is likewise a member of the Social Security Commission since March 2011. He is a Director of First Metro Investment Corp since April 23, 2005 and is a Member of the Trust Committee.
LET THE MAGIC BEGIN! Celebrate our Magical Achievement as we formally usher in our entry to the world of Rotary service! Join us for a morning of glitz and glam plus delicious breakfast at the Kachina Ballroom of the Century Park Hotel as we celebrate our First Induction Ceremony. Be in your 20’s inspired attire on September 1, 2012 and let us welcome our fellow Rotarians and Partners in Service from District 3810 and beyond! Buffet breakfast starts at 8:00 am. We will also invite a special guest to add sparkle to our event! For more details, check out our Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/MagicalRotary.
RC Manila Magic & RAC Manila Joint Relief Efforts
MAGICAL MEETING: Rotary-WorkLife Balance
It was the worst time for the city but the best time to serve as Partners-In-Service.
In the early morning of August 7, 2012, thousands of Metro Manilans were surprised by the raging waters that flooded their homes. Government officials did not waste any time as they alarmed local officials of the devastation of the heavy rains brought about by the increased monsoon rains. Classes in both private and public in all levels were cancelled. Many communities in low-lying areas were forced to evacuate to gyms and public schools.
The call for help was sounded of and the Rotary Club of Manila and the Rotaract Club of Manila listened. Armed with time, talent, and treasure, the Magical Rotarians and the Manila Rotaractors organized a relief operation for the affected victims. A social media campaign via Facebook and Twitter was launched. In no time, help form various sectors came flowing in. Charter President Charlie Chua headed the Magical Rotarians while President Jarl Gamonez led the Manila Rotaractors. A convivial atmosphere was in the air as the packing of relief good commenced at the Kingswood
home of Rtr. Gem Alegado on August 10. Magical Rotarians Tiffany Go and Mark Arquiza joined in the packing. The two also volunteered in the relief packing of the Rotary Club of Makati earlier that day. A total of 144 bags of relief goods were packed and readied for distribution. The next day, Magical Rotarians Tiffany Go, Mich Espinosa, and Mark Arquiza joined the joint relief efforts of the Manila Area Rotary and Rotaract Clubs of District 3810 in Tondo, Manila. The experience is truly one for the books of magical service.
Wine Appreciation Fellowship (7.7.2012) Barcino at the Fort
Magical Times Unit 17-J, Tower 2, Avida Towers Makati West Yakal St., San Antonio Village, Makati City, 1203, Philippines
District Membership Seminar (7.14.2012) Mariners Home Annex
MagicalRotary RotaryManila
District 3810 Handover (7.6.2012) Manila Hotel
August 22, 2012 21 @ Petra & Pilar Dinner/Fellowship Call to Order CP Charlie Chua Invocation Dir. Mennen Gonzales National Anthem Introduction of Guests Treas. Goldilyn Uy Happy Bucks VP Oliver Alvarez President’s Time CP Charlie Chua Introduction of Guest Speaker Sec. Dhelle Tomampoc Talk of Guest of Honor PP Bienvenido Laguesma Rotary Club of Manila Open Forum Presentation of Token of Appreciation Adjournment Group Photo VP Oliver Alvarez Moderator
RC Bagumbayan-Manila @ 34 (7.27.2012) Hyatt Hotel & Casino
Rotary Leadership Institute-Course 1 (7.28.2012) Aloha Hotel