There is no greater joy nor greater reward than to make a fundamental difference in someone s life.. Sister Mary Rose McGeady

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1 Meeting Mondays, 7:15 AM - Marriott Hotel, 1400 Parkview Ave - Manhattan Beach Officers and Directors Tom Jeffry, President Kathleen Terry President-Elect Russ Rothner/Russ Samuels Directors Patti Panucci Secretary Geoff Bremer/Gerry Morton Directors John Acker Treasurer Robin Gary Directors Bill Bloomfield Past President Jordan Peister Directors Paul Allman Historian Richard Ham/Mauricio Salazar Directors ROTES QUOTES PUBLISHING COMPANY P.O. Box 691 Manhattan Beach, CA Jim Hallett Editor Dennis Ridge Publisher Governor District 5280 President Rotary International Lewis Bertrand Sakuji Tanaka Peace Through Service Peace Through Service Serving Manhattan Beach Since 1950 There is no greater joy nor greater reward than to make a fundamental difference in someone s life.. Sister Mary Rose McGeady

2 Rotes Quotes Vol.63, No.5 August 6, 2012 Programs Aug 6 Every Kid Loves Soccer. Join us this morning to hear the story of former Galaxy soccer star Abdul Sesay. Abdul began volunteer coaching for AYSO in 2005 while at Cal Poly. Last year, he coached a Manhattan Beach Sand and Surf under 14 soccer team for the first time and he will coach them again this year. Aug 13 Historical Manhattan. This morning we get a sense of local history during our centennial from Steve Meisenholder of the Manhattan Beach Historical Society. Aug 20 District Governor s Visit. Our annual visit from DG Lew Bertrand of District This year is the year of the Visionaries. Paul Harris was the first Rotary Visionary. What is your vision for the growth of Rotary in Manhattan Beach? Save The Date Aug 10 District Literacy Breakfast. Join us from 7-9am for the Annual District 5280 Literacy Breakfast at Lawry s, 100 N. La Cienega in Beverly Hills. Contact Robin Gary for more information. Sept 23 President s Reception. Tonight at 5pm the Manhattan Beach Rotary holds our annual President s Reception at the home of Larry Wolfe.

3 Rotary Olympics - July 30th President Tom kicked off the meeting recognizing the gold medal winning Manhattan Beach Rotary Club. The lighting of the torch ceremony was performed by Russ Samuels. He is a walkingtalking advertisement for his physical training business. There is not an ounce of body fat on that guy. President Tom was unable to convince Roger Cox to parachute in for the ceremony. Roger said it wasn t the danger of parachuting that discouraged him; it was the Queen s dress and pearls that Tom wanted him to wear. Flag salute was led by one of our newer members, Chief Robert Espinosa. Thought of the day was presented by Jim Lambert. He shared a story about a bad day he was having and how his mood was completely transformed through that act of helping a homeless person. His generosity resulted in not having any money left to pay the toll of Highway 73 toll road which resulted in him getting a traffic ticket. In spite of his bad luck, he turned a bad day into a happy day. If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. Quote from Dalai Lama. Announcements Les Silverman was recognized by President Tom for getting his picture in the Beach Reporter (page 10). The story reported on Les providing vision care for needy Afghan children ranging in age from 6 to 12. Some of the children were badly hurt from war and others just needed glasses. It was another example of our Rotary members providing Service Above Self. Happy Dollars Norm Levin reported that his daughter was recently married. He also reported that he recently celebrated a non-milestone birthday. I don t know about Norm, but when you get to be the age of the writer of these notes, every birthday is a milestone. Ian Jackson reported that he and his lovely wife, Faye, celebrated 38 years of marriage on Saturday. There was a double celebration, because their daughter announced her engagement last month. Duke Winser

4 was happy, but a little worn out from entertaining his grandson who was visiting him from out of town. Duke was also celebrating the promotion of his stepson, Jose, to the rank of Sergeant. Dr. Chris announced that his office manager was dating Clay Stanley, member of the USA 6 man Olympic volleyball team. Next time the USA hosts the Olympics, we expect Dr. Chris to get all of us tickets to the volleyball competition. Randy Meadors announced that the Casa Hogar project is receiving more Rotary recognition. Ingo Werk, Past District Governor (5280), joined Randy on a 2 day visit to Mexico. Ingo and Randy were joined one morning for breakfast by Fernando Vara, Past District Governor of Baja California (4100). This networking process has resulted in other Rotary Clubs in Mexico becoming involved in the support and financing of Casa Hogar. Lindy Murrell was happy to announce her grandson came in second place in a model airplane flying competition in Canada. More Announcements We have a good turnout for the July 31st. District Breakfast. 17 of our members will be attending. Rotary International Convention 2012 in Thailand. Wade Austin and Ingo Werk reported on their experiences attending the Rotary International Convention in Thailand (May 6-9). Wade and Ingo were accompanied by their spouses (Wanda and Mary). Over 200 countries were represented. There was a mix of business meetings, socializing, and cultural tours. They were very positive about the trip and encouraged everyone to consider attending the 2013 convention in Portugal.

5 Putting the Super in Superintendent Mark Lipps, Program Chair, introduced the speaker for the morning. Mark German is the Senior Foundation Director for The Broad Superintendent Academy. His topic The Education Crisis and America s Future had everyone s attention. The Broad Superintendents Academy is an advanced development program that identifies and prepares experienced leaders to successfully run urban public education systems. There are 450 participants representing 200 school systems in the U.S. If you would like more information

6 regarding this subject here are some web sites recommended by Mr. German: The meeting ended with our traditional drawing. Steve Lore was the lucky winner of a beer tasting at Uncorked Wine Shop in Hermosa Beach. Dan Saks failed to draw the lucky marble. John Acker encouraged those who have not yet paid their club dues for the year (you know who you are) to pay up. President Tom closed the meeting with the announcement that next week our speaker will be former Galaxy soccer star Abdul Sesay. Yours in Rotary, John Hugunin RI Programs Rotary International offers a broad range of humanitarian, intercultural, and educational programs and activities designed to improve the human condition and advance the organization s ultimate goal of world understanding and peace. Nine structured programs and nine service opportunities help clubs and districts achieve their service goals in their own communities and in communities abroad, fostering fellowship and goodwill in the process. Rotary Service Above Self World Community Service has been described as the quiet revolution of hope. Isn t it time for you to: Reach out to someone who needs help. Develop a relationship with a club in another country. Become acquainted with the customs and culture of a faraway place.

7 Attendance & Make-ups Attendance is an important part of our commitment to Rotary. Our secretary, Patti Panucci, regularly files attendance reports with District 5280, and each club s attendance record is reported district-wide. Let s help Patti keep that attendance record high--report your make-up to her. (And, of course, do the make-ups in the first place!) What is a make-up? Board meetings, for one--you are always welcome even if you re not a Board member, and it s a fun evening to boot! Other clubs are also a make-up. So are many of our projects. So make Patti s job easier--when you do a make-up, tell her. If you re not sure it s a make-up--hey, tell her anyway. Local Rotary Make-Up Clubs Rotarians Participate at Weekly Meetings! Hermosa Beach PV Sunset Redondo Bch Westchester Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday LA Int l Airport El Segundo Lawndale Palos Verdes Thursday Thursday Thursday Friday For times and locations of local club meetings go to and scroll down to the District Info area on the right side and click on the When/Where Clubs Meet link for information on all clubs in the district. Meals on Wheels Schedule Rotarians serving their community! Monday Aug 06 David Boochever Aug 13 Geoff Bremer Aug 20 Kent Caldwell Aug 27 James Caprell Birthdays Aug 06 Herb Trachtenberg Aug 13 Jordan Peister Aug 15 Mimi Haines Aug 15 Megan Hall Wednesday Aug 08 Jim Bowser Aug 15 Jan Buike Aug 22 Tom Callahan Aug 29 Marc Castellani Anniversaries Aug 06 Robert & Laurie Espinosa Aug 08 David & Jane Long Aug 10 Paul & Sharon Allman Aug 13 James & Brittany Caprell The Rotes Quotes is now available on the web at

8 Manhattan Beach Rotary Active Members Strong! The 2012/13 Rotary year is another growth year. You can see by scanning the classifications below what areas are open. Let s think and then act. John Acker Financial Planner Mark Lipps TV Distribution Dr. Richard Ackerman Aerospace Management David Long Executive/Recruiter Kathleen Adams Financial Advisor Steve Lore Retired Susan Adams Aerospace Kathy McElroy Physical Therapist Paul Allman Personnel Training Mike Matthews Education Deborah Arnold Business Software Consultant Barbara Matles Travel Agent Tim James Auringer Automotive Dealer Randy Meadors Architect Wade Austin, Jr. Photography Dennis Morehead Property Mgt Harris Bass Business and Tax Law Gerry Morton Nutritional Products Bill Bloomfield Commercial/Laundry Steve Murillo Mortgage Broker David Boochever Consultant/Computer Lindy Murrell Communications Jim Bowser Insurance (ret.) Wayne Nelson Marketing Geoff Bremer CPA Dr. John Nylund Dermatology Jan Buike Social Worker John Osten Commercial Publishing Kent Caldwell Insurance Dr. Ray Padilla Dentist James Caprell Artist Dr. Patricia Panucci Orthodontist Tom Callahan Music Ind. Executive Nehal Patel Engineering Marc Castellani Wealth Management Matthew Peck Accounting Richard Chase College Professor Jordan Peister Graphic Designer Roger Civalleri Business Broker Dave Peters R.E. Invest/Develop/Mediation Roger Cox Business Consultant Lynn Range Design and Sales Mark Curran Advertising and Marketing Don Redman Mfg Executive (ret.) Steve De Baets Truck Refrigeration Jan Rhees Residential Real Estate Ken Deemer Private Investor John Rhind Accounting Mike Doell Moving & Storage Dennis Ridge Printing Patrick Donahue Advertising Dr. Deborah Robertson Veterinarian Donn Ennis Oil Refinery Engineer Roger Rombro Attorney - Family Law Robert Espinosa Fire Chief Russ Rothner Business Consultant Monica Farrell Non-profit Development Joel Ruben Attorney - Real Est. & Bus. Lit Richard Farrell Video Production (ret.) John Russo Retired Vinny Fazzino Builder/Engineer Shannon Ryan Financial Planner Robin Gary Pilates Instructor Daniel Saks Insurance Nelson Gray Honorary Member Mauricio Salazar Airline Operations Dr. Damien Goldberg Ophthalmologist Russ Samuels Fitness & Personal Training Robert Guilford Business Consultant Dr. Paul Sanchez Dentist Mimi Haines Toy Manufacturing Bill Sauber Auto Club Services (ret.) Megan Hall Caterer Dr. Les Silverman Optometrist Jim Hallett Criminal & Family Attorney Ronald Sokol Attorney Richard Ham Aerospace Engineer Darrell Sperber Automotive Dealer Jay Harkenrider Real Estate Residential Charlie Steinmetz Investor - Real Estate Dave Harris Wealth Advisor Steve Stepanek Aerospace Engineer Wendell Harter Peace Advocate Bob Stephenson Accountant Corporate Lisa Hemmat - Restauranteur Lincoln Stone Business & Immigration Law Dave Hornbecker Office Supplies Marc Teitelbaum Honorary Member John Hugunin Community College Professor Kathleen Terry Management Consultant Jim Hunter Property Management Herb Trachtenberg Aerospace Engineer Eric Iverson Web Developer Dr. Chris Ullman Chiropractic Ian Jackson Mortgage Banker John Van den Akker Property Mgt/Invsts Tom Jeffry Attorney - Health Care Russ Varon Jeweler Lawrence Johnson Investment Banker David Vialpando IT Consulting Don Jung CPA Business Manager Lee Walker Insurance - Casualty Harry Keller Education Technology Jason Wallace Attorney - Real Estate Anne Konie Interior Designer Ingo Werk Manufacturing Brad Koppel International Trade Duke Winser Honorary Member Ed Kushins Home Exch. Executive Larry Wolf Real Estate Broker/Owner Jim Lambert Plumbing Doug Wroan Entertainment Mktg & Media Norm Levin Business Theatre Alexander Yoffe Attorney Serving Manhattan Beach Since 1950 Active Past Presidents