About RYLA

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range, such as 14-18 or 19-30.

RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to

• Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth
• Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders
• Encourage leadership of youth by youth
• Recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities

Fellow Rotarians PDG Drew Frohlich and Kristina Hamson, alongside Jane Stanton of the YMCA at the 130th Annual YMCA Celebration. In 2008, Sondra Frohlich received the distinguished Service Award and is in the YMCA Golden Book. Kristina was representing both Rotary and the Daily News, who is a BIG supporter of the YMCA. 

Allied Waste/Republic Services is the second largest in its' industry in America, employing 30,000 in 4 states. The company uses natural gas vehicles and has a goal of 75% in the Material Recovery process. The company operates the Sunshine Canyon landfill and employs over 60 personnel locally. There is an onsite Oak Tree Nursery. Allied Waste/Republic Services has contributed over $1,000,000 to various local causes. For more information go to www.sunshinecanyonlandfill.com

David graduated from West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia with a degree in Engineering of Mines and has continuing education studies from Southern Poly Tech in Marietta, GA. He started out in the Mining industry performing sub-surface mining activities in Northern West Virginia from 1984-1986. However due to industry changes and the increase in importation of coal and uncertainty of the industry, David entered into the waste industry in 1986 and has never looked back.

David started out with BFI in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and performed a sundry of roles and responsibilities with the company all over the Southeast both in Hauling and Special Waste. He then moved into the LF portion of the business in 1993 while in Georgia and has remained in that capacity ever since. David has been with Allied Waste/Republic Services for 5 years and prior to accepting the GM position at Sunshine Canyon LF, David served as the Division Manager covering four Landfills in Texas.

David brings over 26 years of experience and a proven track record of success in the Environmental, Landfill and Personnel Management areas which will be invaluable in meeting the goals and objectives at Sunshine Canyon LF.

Ann VIncent of Chatsworth Historical Society Presents 'Cutting Edge' Railroad Tunnel History 

There is a long transportation history in the Chatsworth area, starting in 1769 with a horse trail and then with a Stage Coach Trail being built from 1861 to 1895. Crews had to dig and pick their way through the hills. Workers lived in tents and local Chatsworth Community residents came out to support them, with food, laundry service, schools, etc. Ann shared some great photos. 

The Minnie Hill Palmer Homestead; including, the Historical Cottage, Gardens and the Virginia Watson Chatsworth Museum, are open to the public from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on the first Sunday of every month. Scheduled Programs - 7:00 PM on the 3rd Tuesday of every month, except June, July, August and December. 

MAJOR 2012 EVENTS: April 29, 2012 - Garden Festival & High Tea Fundraising. September 9 - Membership Roundup. October 7 - Pioneer Day. 

For more information, go online to http://www.historicalsocieties.net or call (818)882-5614

GRANADA HILLS ROTARIANS President Dianne Kartiala and Larry McLaughlin PRESENT INTERACT CERTIFICATE & ROTARY VALUES TO NEW INTERACT CLUB AT VALLEY ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCE

30 Interact Club Members and Teacher Sponsor Maria Grunwald spent their lunch hour eating Pizza and learning about Rotary, The Four Way Test and RYLA. 

City of Los Angeles Councilwoman Jan Perry Presents to Granada Hills Rotarians

Councilwoman Jan Perry and RCGH President Dianne Kartiala

Whether implementing cutting edge improvements or ensuring delivery of fundamental services, Councilwoman Jan Perry is making a positive change in the lives of her constituents. Now in her third term in office as Councilwoman of the Ninth District, Perry represents some of the most diverse and vibrant communities in LA including Bunker Hill, Little Tokyo, and South Los Angeles. She has responded to the district's needs by ensuring access to basic city services, making major improvements in the district’s infrastructure, driving efforts for quality job development and job training, and supporting the development of housing at all income levels.

Over the past decade, Perry has supported the development of major redevelopment projects in Downtown Los Angeles that represents over $15 billion in investment, over $40 million in City tax revenue, and the creation of over 90,000 full-time jobs. From catalytic developments like LA Live to iconic developments like Our Lady of Angeles Cathedral to major public buildings like the new Police Administrative Building—Perry has been  at the forefront of ensuring that downtown moves forward to meet its potential as the economic engine for the entire region. 

Perry also serves on the Joint Powers Authority for the Grand Avenue Committee which oversees the Grand Avenue Project. As part of this project, a 10-acre civic park is currently under construction and will open in the later part of 2012. The Broad, a contemporary art museum being developed by the Broad Foundation, is also underway; this $200 plus investment on Grand Avenue is scheduled for completion in 2013, bringing with it the promise of approximately 1,300 construction and 100 full time jobs.

Determined to ensure that downtown Los Angeles will continue to provide job and career opportunities for the residents of South Los Angeles and the entire region, Perry developed and received unanimous support for the Department of Public Works Project Labor Agreement and Public Infrastructure Stabilization Ordinance guarantees local hire opportunities at more than 98 public works projects in the City of Los Angeles. The goal is to hire a workforce comprised of local, City of Los Angeles residents. Specifically, the agreement requires that thirty percent of work hours are performed by local residents and, within that, that ten percent of the hours are dedicated to disadvantaged workers. Additionally, the agreement provides that 20% of the total work hours are performed by apprentices, offering unemployed and underemployed workers the opportunity to re-enter the workforce with a promising career ladder and steady employment.

Perry also understands that tackling the challenges of homelessness is an essential part of creating a healthy city for everyone. A champion for the homeless, she has successfully kept the city’s emergency shelter program open on a year-round basis and has been a strong advocate for the development of affordable housing with supportive services to house chronically homeless individuals, many that have been homeless for decades. The unwavering political will that she exhibits on the issue of housing the homeless has resulted in the development of over 1,000 units of housing with support services on-site, with more in the pipeline. Additionally, she has fought to ensure that the Central City Community, known by many as Skid Row, is treated as a true neighborhood, defending the rights and safety of the homeless, formerly homeless, and those in recovery. In 2008, Perry authored city legislation to end the practice of dumping homeless individuals in Skid Row by hospitals and other institutions. 

Investing in the redevelopment of South Los Angeles has been a top priority for Perry. Historic Central Avenue has been revitalized in large part because of the completion of projects that are an integral part of this vision. In the past year, four major projects have opened along Central Avenue, including a mixed-use senior housing development; two new, full-service grocery stores; quality family housing; and a Silver LEED certified neighborhood city hall. More projects are underway, including the redevelopment of the historic Dunbar Hotel and Sommerville I and II apartments; inter-generational housing on South Vermont designed for seniors raising young family members; and Phase I of The Crossings which will include new affordable, family housing, restoring the residential integrity of the community by removing industrial uses within yards of single-family homes and an elementary school.

Looking to the future, Perry has engaged the South Los Angeles community in the process of proactive community planning. As part of this effort, she has pushed to update community plans for South Los Angeles, engaging members of the community to work with the city define future land uses in the district. Perry also spearheaded the development and passage of the Fast Food General Plan Amendment that prohibits the development of new free-standing fast food franchises in South Los Angeles without extensive public hearings and adherence to strict to design guidelines. In addition, Perry has worked with the Community Redevelopment Agency to develop incentives like the undergrounding of utility poles, assistance in land assemblage, and help with project design in an effort to attract more sit-down restaurants, grocery stores, and neighborhood-serving retail to the community.

Perry co-authored and is widely credited with passage of Proposition O to clean Los Angeles water. The measure benefits every neighborhood in Los Angeles, as it works to upgrade storm-drain systems, eliminate flooding at key intersections, create new community parks and improve water quality. Since her first term of office, she has also greened her district by reducing blighted property and cleaning brownfields. Over the past 10 years, Perry has invested over $73 million in improving, expanding, and developing new recreation and park space throughout the Ninth District, from downtown to South Los Angeles.

The Augustus Hawkins Wetland is one of Perry’s most inspiring initiatives. The nation’s first man-made wetland in a highly urban area is part of Augustus Hawkins Park. Perry initiated the project, and it is due in large measure to her unwavering tenacity that it came to fruition. The project is an ecological wonder in its own right, and it also serves as a demonstration project for a second, ten-acre South Los Angeles Wetlands Park that will simultaneously improve water quality and provide much-needed park and recreation space to the South Los Angeles community. The Wetland Park is currently under construction and phase I will open this year.

Perry currently chairs the Energy and the Environment Committee and Ad Hoc on Proposed Downtown Stadium and Convention Center Renovation; vice-chairs the Public Safety Committee; and is a member of the Housing, Community and Economic Development Committee and Transportation Committee. She was appointed by the mayor to represent LA as governing board member of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, and was recently reappointed to serve a third, four-year term. Perry also serves on the Exposition Light Rail Authority and was elected by her colleagues to serve as Council President Pro Tempore (Vice-President) for the Los Angeles City Council from 2009-2011. Prior to that, she was appointed Assistant Council President Pro Tempore, a position she held from 2006-2009.

Perry earned her bachelor’s degree from the USC School of Journalism, cum laude, and her master’s degree from USC in public administration.

 New Interact Club Sponsored by Rotary Club of Granada Hills

On Monday, January 30, 2012, RCGH President Dianne Kartiala and Interact Club Coordinators Larry McLaughlin & Nathan Wolfstein will present The Rotary Interact Club Certificate at the Interact Club Meeting. What are the Interactors really excited about? The Pizza !!!

Following is a photo of the Interact Club (with RCGH President Diane & Larry) at the Rotary District 5260 Zone 26 Leadership Conference at Woodbury College. Nathan presented 'A Rotary Whole Community Approach to Emergency & Disaster Preparedness'. 

 Dr. Joseph Chun Presents Quality Chiropractic & Spinal Rehabilitation Care

Dr. Joseph Chun provides quality chiropractic care and spinal rehabilitation in Chatsworth, CA. He is a board certified Doctor of Chiropractic specializing in the detection and treatment of nerve, muscle, and bone disorders. Earning a Bachelor degree from UC Berkeley in 1995, he went on to achieve his doctorate degree from Palmer University, the founding school of the chiropractic profession in 1999. Dr. Chun focuses on excellent patient education directed towards informed decisions by his patients regarding effective, non-invasive, and safe treatment options. He works on the simple belief that all of his years of education, training, and experience are only useful if that knowledge can be clearly and successfully conveyed to his patients. Furthermore, he takes great care to train his patients on not only how to get out of their current pain but also on how to stay out of it and prevent it from coming back.

(818) 280-2486 

Mrs. Claus & President Dianne Bring Christmas Cheers to Granada Hills Rotarians at Annual RCGH Holiday Party

Thanks to RCGH President Dianne, Tapio and Mrs. Claus (Kristina) for cheering us all up and heading us to a

Happy Holiday Season & New Year !!! 

Fifty toys, donated by Members of the Rotary Club of Granada Hills,

were delivered to LAFD Station 87 for the LAFD Spark of Love Toy Drive. 

 

The Rotary Club of Granada Hills Welcomes New Rotarians

Shant Meshefedjian and Laine Caspi

To ALL Granada Hills Rotarians from GH Rotarian Hank Miller

I want to thank all of you that donated a Toy For PALS. We have nearly two boxes full of toys, thanks to my Fellow Rotarians along with the clients of Boston Private Bank & Trust.

I invite you to drop by to see the generous donations made, many wonderful toys. It is always an honor to be a member of a club where the members donate time, money and in this case, Toys For Youths that might not receive a toy during the holidays.  I will be taking a photo of the toys and Pals ‘folks’ for the banks newsletter, if anyone wants a copy let me know.

Happy Holidays, Hank

Rendered Presents Holiday Concert for Granada Hills Rotarians

Granada Hills Rotarians started the 2011 Holiday Season with a Special Performance by Rendered, the combined choir of Hillcrest Harvest and LAB Reflections. Rick Donnely and David Kendrick introduced the singers.

TO HEAR a Spring Choir Concert:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9zNEh2Us10 

Where other schools have all but eliminated extra curricular programs, Hillcrest continues to expand their Performing Arts department to include drama and advanced drama, award winning High school and middle school concert choirs, elementary school choirs and an after school music academy for all grade levels.

Hillcrest Christian School
17531 Rinaldi Ave
Granada Hills, California 91344
818-368-7071

http://hillcrestchristianschool.org 

Granada Hills Rotarians Help Keep the

Granada Hills Holiday Parade 2011 On The Move

Thanks to RCGH Community Service Chair Jim Ashijan, his team of Granada Hills Rotarians helped keep the Granada HIlls Holiday Parade 2011 moving.

President Dianne Kartiala and Fellow Rotarians Carl Melnik and Wynne Ritch "schmoozzed" with Grand Marshal Shirley Jones and other Community Celebrities. 

Grand 

THANK YOU AYSO REGIONS 8 & 174 FOR A GREAT 3rd Annual COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE 2011

Rotary Club of Granada Hills Blood Drive Team Chair Jim Feffer and New Incoming GH Rotarian Lanie Caspi of AYSO Region 174 introduced Althea John, AYSO Region 8 Commissioner and Will Lieb, AYSO Region 174 Commissioner and thanked them for all their help and support in a very successful 3rd Annual Granada Hills Rotary Community Hospital & AYSO Blood Drive 2011.

Of the 427 pints of blood collected, AYSO Region 8 won the trophy by collecting 217 pints. AYSO Region 174 was very close with 210 pints of blood collected.  To date, over 1,000 pints of blood have been collected for Kaiser Permanente, Providence Health, Cedars-Sinai and the American Red Cross. It's a competition where everyone wins.

Althea presented RCGH President Dianne Kartiala with flags from South Africa, Jamaica (her home country) and Trinidad.

Ride On with American Hippotherapy Association

Fellow Granada Hills Rotarian Wynne Ritch introduced Trudy Epstein & Sarah Jones of Ride On, serving the San Fernando and Conejo Valleys with Therapeutic Horsemanship. Wynne's Grandaughter, Sarah, is a Ride On client. Hippotherapy is a physical occupational therapy treatment with horses; currently, in 35 countries, using the horses' movement to promote a positive movement response in a one-on-one therapy session. The Benefits: Posture, Balance, Mobility, Motor Control, Flexibility, Communication and Behavoir. 

Ride On has two locations with 30 horses that serve 170 clients (of all ages) each week. There are up to 3 staff and volunteers (ages 14 and up) for each client session, costing $90. Ride On charges clients $45 per session and looks to cover the additional cost with grants, corporate funding, fees for services and special events, as there is no insurance reimbursement for treatments. Over 80% of every dollar spent goes directly to program services. Three out of every four dollars goes to 3 items: Horses, Ranch and Instructors.

To Volunteer or support Ride On with a tax deductible contribution, go to www.RideOn.org or call (818)700-2971 in Chatsworth.

Happy 236th Birthday, Marines. Semper Fidelis.

For those of you on Faceboook, watch a 1:08 minute Video at:  http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10150380909338473

Dale Penn - Identity Theft Expert - Presents to Granada Hills Rotarians

Dale is an author, an entrepreneur and a business coach. Dale’'s award winning new business book: Identity Theft Secrets: Exposing the Tricks of the Trade.  He is available for speaking engagements. Dale is also a former professional pick-pocket and magician, but he now works closely with SOLID and the LAPD, to help them get the resources they need to keep our streets safe.

Dale outlined the Identity Theft Threatscape:  Personal, Commercial, Financial, Criminal and Medical. Remember these four letters: M - Mail (in and outbound); I - Information (personal identifying information (PII); P - Payment (tools); C - Computer (anti-virus & password safety). Highlights: Super Safety System, Safe guard your PII, Shred your PII before discarding, Select the Opt-Out option, Scan credit reports for FREE, Surf the web safely, Steps to follow for resolution, Police Report, a must, Credit Bureau Report, Creditor Report, Federal Trade Commission Report.

Resources:

http://www.annualcreditreport.com

Phone: (888) OPT-OUT (888) 567-8688

http://www.howsecureismypassword.net

http://www.idtheft.gov/probono

http://www.allclearid.com

Read Identity Theft Secrets http://www.amazon.com  http://www.barnesandnoble.com

Dale Penn's Accelerating Improvement blog: http://www.dalepenn.com

(818) 357-5373

Talk About Scary, Granada Hills Rotarians attend the Halloween Social at VFW Post 2323

Scouting Rotarian Wynne Ritch Hosts & Emcees 2nd Annual Norman Rockwell Dinner 

Over 90 supporters of Scouting in the Western Los Angeles Council Council (WLACC) Boy Scouts of America (BSA)  - including, 11 Granada Hills Rotarians & Guests - had a 'Wynne-ing' Scouting Experience at the 2nd Annual "Walking Through Time With Norman Rockwell" Informational Fundraising Dinner. 

BSA Troop 3 Scouts were the Cahuenga District Honor Guard and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Then, we were treated to a professional performance of our National Anthem and introduction of Special Guests: PDG Drew Frohlich, County of Los Angeles Supervisor Michael Antonovich, WLACC Scout Executive Jim Rushton and representatives of other organizations; including, The Salvation Army, Operation Gratitude and SFV Jaycees.

Wynee and Supervisor Antonovich then made presentations of the Merlin Adams GOOD SCOUT AWARD to Millie Jones (a recently-retired Supervisor Antonovich staff member and Friend of the Rotary Club of Granada Hills) and the GOOD TURN AWARD to Nancy Cartwright (who has presented to Granada Hills Rotarians). Congratulations, Millie and Nancy!

There was one 'ka-winky-dink': The same person that won last year's 'Signed Norman Rockwell Print' ... WON it again, this year! Talk about lucky!

Councilmember Mitch Englander Shares At Multi-Rotary Club Luncheon Meeting

Over 60 Rotarians & Guests from the Rotary Clubs of Northridge/Chatsworth and Granada Hills "squeezed" together and welcomed City of Los Angeles CD12 Councilmember Mitch Englander (and his staff). It was great to see the Councilmember's experience as Chief-Of-Staff for Councilmember Greig Smith has definitely propelled The First 100 Days in office, which you can review online at http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18553158/Councilmember_Englander_Special_Report_First_100_Days.htm

The Councilmember gave an Overview and addressed the 'How's and Why For's' of the City Council. A prime question was about Sidewalk Repair. Infrastructure is an important concern that needs to be addressed. The costs are high and there are no 'rainy day' funds available. The Councilmember also taken about re-evaluating the services should be in and condensing the number of City Departments for improved efficiency, productivity and cost-savings.

Usually, we don't pay our Presenters and seldom does a Presenter pay us. However, as you will see in the following photo, Councilmember Englander presented Rotary Club of Granada Hills President Dianne Kartiala (who worked with Mitch for Councilmember Smith) and Granada Hills Rotary Veterans Park Chair (and recent recipient of the SFV Jaycees 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award) a refund check for the Granada Hills Rotary Foundation. SIDE NOTE: As Fellow Rotarian Carl received his award, Councilmember Mitch received 'The Jaycee Of The Year Award'. Congratulations, Mitch!

CONGRATULATIONS !!! Granada Hills Rotarian Dr. Carl Melnick

- San Fernando Valley Jaycees Lifetime Achievement 2011 Recipient

NASA Space Exploration Specialist Greg Davis of JPL Takes Rotarians 'To The Moon and Beyond!'

Fellow Rotarian and International GURU Larry McLaughlin introduced Greg Davis, PhD Mechanical Engineering & Physics Professor at Caltech. For over 21 years, Greg has starred at the stars and worked on NASA Launches with JPL to the Moon and other planets within our Solar System. "Just because the Space Shuttle Program is over, doesn't mean Space Exploration is," said Greg, "We are not in the Unmanned Robotic World of Space Exploration." Currently, there are 19 spacecraft exploring our system, with 5 launches in the last 10 months and 2 more launches 'Taking Off' soon. Key words: Physics, Combustion, Thrust, Rotation (this is where Rotary comes in), Payload, Gravity and Bandwidth. On the subject of 'Space Junk' falling to Earth, there's a lot of it up there. No one (fortunately) has been hurt yet. That's because 67% of the Earth is covered with water, so the odds are real good that that is where the junk will fall. Greg said there is a constant demand for communication; especially, when you are launched rockets to get them up to a speed of 17,000 mph to attain orbital velocity and be on their way to completing their mission. 

For more information, go online to www.nasa.gov or www.jpl.nasa.gov 

Fellow Rotarian Dr. Carl Melnik To Receive 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award from SFV Jaycees. Thank you, Councilmember Mitch Englander for including the following notice in your eNewsletter.

 San Fernando Valley Jaycees Annual Gala ...

JIMMY WELDON Shares "Why We Love America" with Granada Hills Rotarians

 

 

The 3rd Annual Granada Hills Rotary Community & AYSO Blood Drive 2011 Is A Great Success

427 Pints of Blood + 50 Bone Marrow Registrations ... IN ONE DAY !!! Benefiting: Kaiser Permanente, Providence Holy Cross, Cedars Sinai & The American Red Cross

Thanks to: The Granada Hills Rotary Blood Drive Team - Granada Hills Rotarians - Granada Hills Interact Club - AYSO Regions 8 & 174 - Neighborhood Councils and All of the Community Supporters and Sponsors.

Are we doing it again in 2012? YES !!! Look for a date soon (at the end of September or the beginning of October 2012) for The 4th Annual Rotary Community Hospitals & AYSO Blood Drive 2012. 

Today's Rotary Minute was presented by KERRY NELSON. One of his favorite things to do is work with youth at Rotary Events, like the Rotary Community Blood Drive.

JIM FEFFER thanked the Blood Drive Committee and all Granada Hills Rotarians for making the 3rd Annual Rotary Community Hospitals & AYSO Blood Drive a record success by collecting 420 pints of blood and 50 Bone Marrow sign-ups in one day! Check out page 4 of District Governor Tom Hardy's October eNews at www.rotary5260.org to see a photo of the Rotary Blood Drive Billboard.

October 12 is NATHAN WOLFSTEIN's 5th Rotary Birthday.

DATES For Your Rotary Calendar: 

Friday, October 14, 2011 - SOLID's 16th Annual "All You Can Eat" PASTA DINNER - 5:00 to 7:30 PM - $8.00 per person - St. Nicholas Church - www.soliddevonshire.org - (818)718-9498 

Saturday, October 29, 2011 is the RCGH Halloween Club Social Party at VFW Post 2323.

Saturday, November 12, 2011 - The Los Angeles Daily News Healthy Living EXPO - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM - Hilton Universal City - For more information: www.dailynews.com/HealthyLivingExpo or call (818)713-3253

February 26, 2012  - The 2012 Bowlathon Fundraiser. Talk to Chair KRISTINA about Sponsoring A Team and Raffle Prizes.

September 29, 2012 - The 4th Annual Rotary Community Hospitals & AYSO Blood Drive

47 YEAR VETERAN CPA Albert (Al) Feldman Presents Income Tax Planning

How well do you know your financial situation?

 Al Feldman started as a Business & Financial Consultant in 1956 and is still counting! He talked about three things we can do: (1) Shifting income to the next year to defer taxable income; (2) Carry your losses forward from previous years and (3) Put your money in Tax-Exempt Bonds. Al then reviewed: Deductible Expenses as a business owner; Charitable Deductions by the end of the year, if you need to offset capital gains; Work-related equipment, Travel and Entertainment expenses, Contributions to an IRA Plan.  If you are self employed and working out of your house, you can deduct the percentage of space you work in, against costs. Al then talked about Selling Your House and adding the cost of major improvements. It is better to own than rent, for the deduction benefits are not available to renters. 

Al is available for Business Planning, Income Tax Planning, Financial Statements, Business Loan Assistance, Financial Advise, Budgeting, Estate & Retirement Planning. For an appointment, call (818)360-3803. 

RICK CHATHAM, Motivational Speaker, Presents "10 Tips For Business Efficiency"

Rick Chatham, a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Lancaster, presented all of us with a challenge: To pick a topic-for-change and commit to working on changing the status quo for the next 30 days. If it doesn't work, Rick will reward you with a $10 Starbucks Gift Card. HINT: Take one hour out of the average 38 hours (up from 35.5 hours) a week each of us watches television.  If every American did just that, we would generate 40,000 years of manpower every week. Just think of how much more Americans could do, find solutions for, accomplish.

Rick reviewed his "Ten Tips For Business Efficiency" (see photo with RCGH President Dianne below), while sharing his "Dropping Your Marbles" direct-completion-satisfaction system for personal accomplishment.  "Any start is a good start", says Rick. Several tips: If you do Social Networking for more than an hour a day, you have a problem. Get a baseline of where you spend your time. Limit your 'To Do List' to 5 things daily and do those 5 things. It's a mind-set change. When you've done it ... reward yourself with positive reinforcement for a "Feeling of Success". Do not multi-task. Get exercise and breathe. Sleep 7-to-9 hours a day for more efficiency. Communicate effectively.

Rick just finished penning his second book. To 'Pursue Your Vision' with Rick, go online to www.PursueYourVision.com or email Rick@RickChatham.com or call him at (253)988-8802.

BRING YOUR AUDIENCE TO THEIR FEET!

Speak from the heart, Speak through your fear, Captivate your audience.

Irene Brennick, Author and Speaker,  shared her story of overcoming adversity as a single Mom on welfare with two small children. She shared how $100 changed her life and made 'Being Good' cool and helped her develop a 'Use your life to inspire other people' attitude. Irene graduated from CSUN in 1994, just in time to experience the Northridge Earthquake.

She now brings audiences to 'Tears & Cheers' and inspires thousands with topics including finding one's purpose in life and the importance of giving back. She also consultswith numerous charities and teaches how to recruit and motivate volunteers. Irene founded the GOALmodels speaking program for at risk teens. This weekly, interactive speaking program motivates youth to set and achieve positive goals in their lives. Through the program, students meet corporate executives, political figures, entrepreneurs and media figures who share personal secrets for success, as well as mistakes they've made and lessons they've learned.

 Irene currently manages over 700 volunteers at Los Robles Hospital in Thousand Oaks, CA and puts on health and education events as their Director of Community Services. Her classes follow the steps from her book: Bring Your Audience To Their Feet. This book will change the way you prepare and deliver public speeches forever. You can buy a copy online at Amazon.com. For Book Signings and Speaking Engagements: Irene@irenebrennick.com

Janet Higgins Presents "Be The Match at City of Hope"

Janet Higgins, for the last two years, has been a Community Outreach Specialist for Be The Match at City of Hope.  Prior to working at City of Hope, she was a Blood Drive Coordinator with Providence Hospital.  Before working in the medical field she performed on Broadway and toured the U.S. as Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby for 15 years.

For more information go to www.marrow.org 

THANK YOU, Councilman Mitch Englander For Putting Our Rotary Club of Granada Hills AYSO & Community Hospital Blood Drive In Your Newsletter 

Join AYSO Regions 8 & 174 and Local Community Hospitals Collect 500 Pints of Blood in One Day at the 3rd Annual Rotary Club of Granada Hills BLOOD DRIVE 

Saturday, October 1, 2011 

Give the gift of life and donate blood at the Granada Hills Rotary and AYSO Soccer Regions 8 and 174 Blood Drive on Saturday, October. 1. 

All blood donors will receive a free event T-shirt, goodie bag, pancake breakfast or lunch, a gift certificate for ice cream and a raffle ticket to win Raffle prizes.

Team prizes for most Blood Donations, include tickets to Magic Mountain, Skateland and MB2 Raceway and more.  

Saturday, October 1, 2011

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Granada Hills Recreation Center
16730 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills
(Chatsworth St. and Hayvenhurst Ave.)

North Valley Youth Sports Complex
Balboa Blvd. and Woodley Ave.
(2 miles north of 118 Freeway)
Granada Hills

It's Easy and Quick To register online, or for more information, visit http://rotarygivesblood.org

To learn more about donating blood, visit http://www.givelife2.org  

 Women's Baseball Legend PEPPER PAIRE DAVIS Shares 50 Years of 'In A League Of Her Own'

Can Women play Baseball? YES and as good as men, when they are trained and given the opportunity to play.  Today, Pepper Paire Davis (87 years young) was joined by her youngest grandson, Riley, to share what took her over 50 years and 50 chapters to write in her book: Dirt In The Sky', with a Forward by Tom Hanks and Penny Marshall. Pepper spent 3 months on the set of 'In A League Of Their Own' consulting on what really happened with the First & Only Women's Baseball League, which started in the 1943 and lasted for 10 years, when the war ended and the men came back to play. 

Pepper met every major Ballplayer and a lot of famous celebrities (including Joe Dimaggio) that came to see the action on game days. She was Jimmy Durante's favorite ballplayer. Her job: Keep Baseball Alive. She came to bat 990 times and was struck out only 6 times. Pepper was the #1 Hitter and played in over 1,000 ballgames in 12 years. She started as a Short Stop and then became a Catcher. She couldn't believe that they paid her to play ball, 25 to 75 cents a day and then $55 a week. She had to attend Charm School to learn to be LadyLike, but play ball like a guy!

Pepper also wrote (and sang for us) the "All Professional Women's Baseball Song" that she wrote in 1944.

RCGH International Chair Larry McLaughlin Presents Philippine Water Well Project

 "Water Everywhere", but none we can drink. Even though Earth is over 70% water, only 3% is Fresh Water. One billion people have no clean water and tens-of-millions face a 50% chance of getting a disease from drinking water and over 2 million die each year from water diseases. In the Philippines, 31% of illness is caused by the water to drink. 

RCGH International Projects Chair Larry McLaughlin, presented our Rotary Water Well Project: Four deep water wells (over 200 feet deep) for 4 schools of about 125 students each. Deep water wells were chosen over alternatives; including, Life Straws, Filters, Pipes and Storage Reservoirs. The schools are located in Calauag, Quezon, about 150 miles SE of Manila, on the coast. This is the same Rotary DIstrict our Rotary Club worked with before on the Nutrition Project.

The total cost of the project is $14,316. How is it funded, you ask? ($100) - Calauag Rotary Club; ($2,000) - Philippine Rotary District 3820; ($5,083) - RCGH & Rotary Clubs of Rotary District 5260 and ($7,133) - Rotary International Foundation.

RD5260 Governor Tom Hardy Visits Rotary Club of Granada Hills

President Dianne Kartiala presented DG Tom to her Board and reviewed our Rotary Club of Granada Hills. Presentations included: The Rotary Community Blood Drive, International Water Project, Community Projects, Bowlathon, Scholarship & Sportsmanship Awards, Interact Club (in formation) and Social Interaction Events (like our Annual Mailbu Demotion Party). DG Tom shared 'What's Going On in Rotary District 5260 and our District Transitions next July.

DG Tom was joined at lunch by our own Fellow GH Rotarian PDG Drew Frohlich. DG Tom's 'First Order of Rotary Business' was to induct our Newest Rotarian Greg Baker. DG Tom then shared updates about Rotary DIstrict 5280 and a desire for regional Rotary cooperation and collaboration. In fact, we are invited to attend the RD5280 Conference in April 2012. DG Tom shared the RI President's Theme: "To Reach Within to Embrace Humanity" and we need to 'Look Inside' and decide how/why Rotary is important to you. What are your Core Values - Service, Fellowship, Diversity, Integrity, Ethics. DG Tom closed with a quote from Ghandi (para-phrased): We all need to be the change to make change in the world.

DG Tom invited each of us to attend the last Rotary District 5260 Conference, featuring 'A Salute To The History of Rotary DIstrict 5260' at the Rotary District 5260 Conference 2012 at the Beverly Garland Hotel. Details to come.

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New RCGH Member Greg Baker Inducted by District Governor Tom Hardy

Welcome, Greg. Thanks to Sponsor Don Cosby and President Dianne Kartiala. 

Nancy Parris Moskowitz Speaks on Hate Crimes with Granada Hills Rotarians

Nancy first became involved with the ADL eleven (11) years ago, following the shooting at the North Valley Community Center in Los Angeles, CA. After witnessing her community become the target of a violent 'Hate Crime' opened her eyes and created an awareness for Nancy, and more importantly she learned that the work of the ADL was doing to combat Hate Crimes.

At ADL, she has been Chair of the Valley Advisory Board, the Education Advisory Board and now, the Speaker's Bureau. Previously, she had been a member of the Speaker's Bureau for a few years and presented speeches on behalf of the ADL. Professionally, Nancy is an Epidermiologist and nurse at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, whose goal is to prevent infections in hospitalized patients.

As Rotarians, hate is not one of our primary goals; however, am pretty sure we do hate crimes. 

Paul Davis, Independent Insurance Agent, Presents "Health Care For Seniors" to Granada Hills Rotarians 

Independent Insurance Agent Paul Davis specializes in Health Care for Seniors and today made an educational presentation on Medicare basics and recent changes in Medicare. Paul then described some alternatives for your health care. 

ABOUT Paul: Paul is an independent insurance agent specializing in health care for seniors. He is appointed with most of the major carriers and has been California licensed since 1984. Paul is active in 4 Chambers of Commerce and is past president of the  Van Nuys Rotary club. Paul has been named “Best Insurance Agent” 10 straight years by readers of the Daily News.

Does anyone know how many Seniors are Rotarians in the Rotary Club of Granada Hills?

The Mission of   is to Insure We Have Clean Water

Steven Effington, a 23 year Air Force Veteran, filled in today with a presentation on Heal The Bay, a non-profit formed in 1985 to insure clean water inland and in the ocean. Pollution and Storm Drain Runoff are the two main issues being dealt with to protect our Watershed - the areas of land that drain to the ocean. All the trash and debris that enter the Storm Drain System as Urban Runoff contains pollutants; mostly, plastics containers, bags, etc. The health impact is tremendous: Over 1.5 million intestinal illnesses a  year, costing $21 to $51 million in health care. BEACH PUBLIC HEALTH SAFETY - Beaches receive a grade from A-to-F for water quality. A new program is being introduced: Marine Protected Areas. THE SOLUTIONS: Public Education and Legislation.

For More Information on Heal The Bay or to Volunteer:  http://www.healthebay.org or Call: (31)451-1500 or (800)HEAL BAY (In California Only)

Granada Hills Rotarian Happenings - August 4, 2011

Everyone took a Rotary Minute to focus on our two injured Fellow Rotarians: Richard Flanagan and Kristina Hamson. We hope you both feel better soon.

The Rotary Minute was presented by Nathan Wolfstein: "Be a Rotarian, not just a member of a Rotary Club". Nathan reminded us that September 2011 is National Preparedness Month.

HONORED GUESTS: PDG Drew Frohlich - Rotarian Sherri Pollack, Woodland Hills Rotary Club - Rotary District 5280 District Governor Elect Lewis Bertrand and RD5280 Membership Director Dean Rowter. 

Community Service: (1) Thanksgiving Baskets for St. Stevens Church Food Drive - See Jim Ashjian. (2) The Rotary Community Hospital & AYSO Blood Drive is October 1st - See Jim Feffer or Ralph Hopp for Sponsorships.

On Monday, October 24, the Jaycees of the San Fernando Valley are honoring Dr. Carl Melnik with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Details to come.

Jerry England Shares Movie & TV Filming History in Chatsworth

Did you know that over 2,000 Movies and TV Shows have been filmed since 1912 throughout the Chatsworth area?

Jerry has collected over 800 movies in his collection, from which he created a 107-minute consolidation on a CD. He shared (thanks to Rotarians Ralph Hopp and Steve Baker) a 15-minute Tour. Most of the filming was done in the 23 acre 'Garden Of The Gods' Park, where the Rocks are more famous than the Stars. Hollywood liked the Rock Outcomings right from the start. Most of the production filming was done on the Iverson Ranch, Branders Ranch (200+ Westerns) and Bell Ranch (mostly TV Shows. Right after the Rock Stars, are the Railroad Settings and Bridges. 

For more information or to purchase one of Jerry's Books or CD, contact Jerry England  of 'Lure of the Dim Trails' - (818)701-0141 - Website: www.cowboyup.com 

Granada Hills Rotary Club Update - Thursday, July 28, 2011

The Rotary Minute today was shared by Richard Flannagan, the Rotary Minute Coordinator. Richard is a Rotarian that loves being a Rotarian. He was introduced to Rotary Club of Granada Hills by Dave Kaplan.

Visiting International Rotarian from India: Vicu Patel, was introduced by PDG Drew Frohlich and befriended by Wynne Ritch. Vicu started in Rotary in 1957 and is a Rotarian in one of the oldest Rotary Clubs in Rotary District 3060 in India, with a membership of 800 Rotarians. He is a Chemical Manufacturer and a friend of the current Rotary International President. 

Rotary Rose Parade Float - If you would like to be a part of the construction team, please let President DIanne know before August 1st.

As the Granada Hills Street Faire will officially not happen this year, the Granada Hills Chamber needs our support, players and prize donations to make the Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament on Saturday, September 10, 2011 a big (financial) success! The event is at VFW Post 2323. $50 Buy-In or $100 gets you Initial Entry + 3 Additional Buy-Ins.

Granada Hills Rotary Community & AYSO Blood Drive - Ralph Hopp distributed the Flyer & Sponsor Packages today. There is just a little over 2 months (8 weeks) until the drive on Saturday, October 1st.

City of Los Angeles Department of Aging Provides Outreach Programs & Support to Seniors, Care Givers and Families in Our Community 

Veronica Perez, Information Assistance Officer, and Brian Risaly, intern, shared some of the benefits of the The Older Americans Act in Social Services. Veronica (who has been on the job for the last 6 years) is a local graduate of Granada Hills High School. Her focus is 'Outreach To Community'. There are many programs available for Helping The Families with classes (art, games, exercise), lunch program and more in five (5) Multi-Purpose Senior Centers in the San Fernando Valley (out of as total of 16 Centers). Programs include:

* The Emergency Alert Response System

* Health Insurance Counseling Program

* Handyman Program

* Home Modification Program

* Home Secure Program

Veronica distributed several brochures: Senior Focus, Senior Focus on Caregiving and Health Care Reform Law: Medicare Changes for 2010 and 2011. She also handed out FILE OF LIFE packets, that once completed are to be placed on your refrigerator for use by Family and First Responders in the event of an emergency.

For more information, contact Veronica S. Perez at (213)252-4097 - Email: veronica.sanchez@lacity.org

Updates, Calendar-Of-Events and News for Granada Hills ROTARIANS AT WORK

 * President Dianne returned from her Anniversary Cruise and took the leadership role of the Rotary Club of Granada Hills Board of Directors. 

* Check back for an Updated Calendar-Of-Events

Next Week's Presenter:  Jerry English - 'Movies filmed in the Chatsworth Hills'. - Invite friends as guests ($15. for lunch).

NEWS:

 * Today's "Rotary Minute" was shared by Agnes Lewis, the RCGH Public Relations Chair. Agnes was "inspired" by a Rotary International Project and joined our Granada Hills Rotary Club to, "Make a difference and have an effect on a lot of people."

* Rotarian SCHLEPP(s) Needed Immediately to help President Dianne bringing all of our Rotary Club meeting materials (flags, nametags, bell, etc.) into the meeting area and back out to her car. 

When Was The Last Time You Visited the Porter Ranch Branch Library?

President Elect Bernie Snider (filling in for President Dianne Kartiala, who is still on her cruise with Tapio) introduced Shayera Tangri, Branch Manager of the Los Angeles Library, Porter Ranch Branch. According to Fellow Rotarian Wynne Ritch, "Shayera is the first Librarian to present to our Club." The Porter Ranch Branch was opened 15 years ago and Shayera has been the Manager for the past 8 years. Previously, she was a Children's Librarian at the Chatsworth Branch. She received her Masters in Library Science at UNC-Chapel Hill and has worked in academic libraries, special-collection libraries; as well as, private libraries and the US-AID library Singapore. 

The Porter Ranch Branch is one of the busiest libraries in the 70+ library system throughout Los Angeles, distributing over 20,000 pieces per month, and will now be open again on Monday's. Shayera says, "The Digital Divide is huge." The library has 10 computers that are filled daily; as well as, people with laptops to use the WiFi throughout the library. Porter Ranch Librarians visit every class room in every school in the area. There are programs every month for students and volunteers for Community Service and the library is supported by a Teen Council and Friends Of The Library.

Take a minute and drop by the Porter Ranch Branch Library. It's on Tampa, just north of Rinaldi. 

GH Rotarians Jim Feffer and Nathan Wolfstein Receive Recognition for Board Member Service to Granada Hills Rotary Foundation (GHRF)

Fellow Rotarian John Weitkamp (now GHRF Treasurer) presented Recognition Plaques to GHRF Immediate Past President Jim Feffer for 4 years service as a Board Member and to Nathan Wolfstein for 2 years of service as a Board Member. Thanks,  also to Jim for helping to establish the Granada Hills Rotary Foundation. 

Nancy Sussin Presents the American Lung Association and the California Cancer Research Act (Public Health Measures)

The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through Education, Advocacy and Research. With the generous support of the public, we are "Fighting for Air." When you join the American Lung Association in the fight for healthy lungs and healthy air, you help save lives today and keep America healthy tomorrow. For more information: http://www.lungusa.org

California Cancer Research Act - The American Lung Association in California, American Cancer Society and American Heart Association have joined forces to place the California Cancer Research Act on the next statewide ballot, which at this time is scheduled for February 2012. If passed, the California Cancer Research Act would increase tobacco taxes by $1.00 a pack and invest the revenues in research, tobacco prevention and enforcement programs.

 GH Rotarian Wynne Ritch Receives Recognition for Two Years of Service as Board Member from Granada Hills Rotary Foundation

District 5260 Governor Drew "Rides In Style" In Rotary 4th of July Parade

Traditionally, the Rotary District Governor rides near the front of the parade, and this year it was DG Drew's turn. Take a look at the car they had him ride in.  It was the hit of the parade and all along the parade route, people were darting out to take pictures of the car (and Fellow Rotarian Drew, too). It is a USA made 1936 Auburn sport coup, made in Auburn, Indiana.

Thanks to Rotary Club of Sunland-Tujunga: The only thing better than looking at this car, is "Riding In Style' in a Rotary 4th of July Parade ... like our PDG Drew did.  

Paula Boland Makes S.O.L.I.D Presentation to Granada Hills Rotarians

Former CA Assemblywoman Paula Boland made a presentation about SOLID. Since Capt. Ryan will not be attending, Paula will also brief us on some of the LAPD Devonshire Division status. Paula has held top level positions in many community organizations as an active business leader.  Just to name a couple, Paula served as President and member of the Board of Directors of the Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce for more the 25 years.  She also served as Vice President of the United Chambers of Commerce of the San Fernando Valley.  Paula is a strong supporter of the local police and supports the various organizations that support the police department.

If you have any further questions in regard to SOLID or would like to become a member, please contact President Jim Malkin - Cell: (818)269-0772 

LAPD Cadets Supports 4th Annual Youth Leadership Day with Granada Hills Rotarians

LAPD Cadets: The purpose of the LAPD Cadet Program is to help instill discipline, leadership, academic excellence and life skills in all Youth Participants. The LAPD Cadet Program also seeks to empower students to maximize their personal, scholastic and their life potential. The Four Principles are: (1) Building positive relationships between police and youth in communities; (2) To provide a forum where young people can provide Community Service while working with law enforcement; (3) To provide Character-Training, Public-Speaking and Academic Instruction that prepares young people for the future and (4) To offer Physical Training that will result in improved physical fitness for all who participate in the program.

4th Annual Youth Leadership Day: Planned by Youth, For Youth, the 4th Annual Youth Leadership Day is an event that will unite Future Leaders to develop strong civic skills from engaging speakers and workshops. Through our theme - "A Passion To Serve" - this year's will focus on helping attendees learn new skills, network with their peers and discover how to Incorporate Passion Into Service. 

RCGH President Elect Introduces 2011-2012 Board of Directors and Shares Committee VISIONS

Rotary District 5260 Governor Drew Frohlich thanked Fellow RCGH Rotarians for helping to make the Rotary DIstrict 5260 Conference a great success.

WELCOME, RCGH President Dianne Kartiala and we all wish you a wonderful cruise to Norway (before you start your year).

RCGH President Dianne's Theme for 2011-2012:  Communication. Motivation. Participation.

RCGH President Elect introduced her 2011-2012 Board of Directors: President Elect, Bernie Snider; Treasurer, John Weitkamp; Secretary, Carmelita O'Neil; Community Service, Jim Ashjian; Vocational Service, International Projects & Rotary Foundation - Larry McLaughlin; Club Service, Ray Pollok and Webmaster Nathan Wolfstein. Following are highlights of the presentations:

Treasurer: Tight budget this year. Monthly dues will be sent electronically. We need to develop new funding sources.

Community Service: This year's major events include: Blood Drive, Bowlathon, Operation Gratitude, Rotarians At Work Day, Disaster Preparedness & GH Holiday Parade. Looking for new events.

Club Service: Membership, 'Fireside Chat', Pin Program, "We MIss You" phone calls, Fellowship and Quarterly Family Events.

RI Foundation: We need to give to get back matching grants.

International Service: What type of projects? where?

Vocational Service: Develop an Interact Club at Kennedy High School.

RCGH President Dianne and the RCGH Board are looking for Every Member to 'Get Involved'. 

Rotary Mel Powell Shares Diversity of Rotary Fellowships

Fellow Rotarian (Past President of the Sherman Oaks Sunset Rotary Club, of which Sondra is a member) and Rotary District 5260 Assistant Governor, Membership & Fellowships Director Mel Powell brought 'His Bag of Insights' into the World of Rotary Fellowships.

Rotary Fellowships are formed when Rotarians from at least three countries come together in a common interest. As a live example, Mel included the Rotarians on Social Networks Fellowship in his presentation and Rotarians (including DGE Tom Hardy in Bishop) from around the world became part of the presentation - Canada, England, Sweden, Philipines, Kenya and Russia. These Rotarians are also connected on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, which helps them connect no matter what time it is, where you are; thereby, bridging the time continium. Communication is a key element to Member Interaction.

Rotary Mel very innovatively presented many references to many of the Rotary Fellowships: Scouting Rotarians, Wellness & Fitness, FIshing, Tennis, Music, Convention Goers, Skiing, Golf, Aviators, Stamp Collectors, Global History and Environmentalists. To learn more about Rotary Fellowships and to download a complete list of Rotary Fellowships, go to:

http://www.rotary.org/en/serviceandfellowship/fellowship/globalnetworkinggroups/pages/ridefault.aspx

Rotary Club of Granada Hills BOARD UPDATE

Granada Hills Rotary Foundation BOARD ELECTION

Rotary Club of Granada Hills receives Awards at Rotary District 5260 Conference

Granada Hills Rotarians Attend Rotary District 5260 Conference 2011 and Salute District Governor Drew & Sondra at Governor's Reception

Rotary Club of Granada Hills President Elect Dianne Kartiala accepted the Governors Award to President Janet Hartley and the Rotary Club of Granada Hills. Dianne was joined by her husband, Tapio, and Fellow Rotarians: Phil Johnson, Larry McLaughlin, Bernie Snider and Nathan Wolfstein in Saluting District Governor Drew Frohlich at the District Governor's Reception in the Presidential Suite. Thank you, Drew & Sondra, for all that you do for the Rotary Club of Granada Hills and Rotary District 5260 Zone 26.

PEOPLE

Welcome: Greg Baker * President Janet is "resting" in Italy. * Bernie Snider shared 'His Rotary Minute'.

EVENTS & DATES

June 10-12, 2011  -  Rotary District 5260 Conference in Long Beach

June 15, 2011  -  RCGH Board Meeting - 11:30 AM at CoCo's

June 23, 2011  -  3rd Annual Fire Station 87 Blood Drive at Station 87 (on Balboa at Devonshire)

June 29, 2011  -  Rotary Community Blood Drive Meeting - 5:30 PM at Carl's Jr.

September 2011  -  8th Annual Homeland Security National Preparedness Month

October 1, 2011  -  3rd Annual Rotary Community Blood Drive with AYSO

Granada Hills Rotarian Shares Real Estate Trends & Contrarian View on Buying Opportunity

Keith Myers, President/Relocation Director of RE/MAX Olson & Associates, celebrated his 18th Anniversary as a Member of the  Rotary Club of Granada Hills in March 2011. Keith, who works with Fellow Rotarian Jim Ashijan, has been with RE/MAX since 1984. As we are all aware, real estate is a tough market ... worldwide. Real Estate is cyclical with spikes and near term challenges. The government is tightening the process in dealing with REO (Real Estate Owned or Forceclosures). Keith presented and reviewed an article in the Wall Street Journal on June 4, 2011 titled, "Why It's Time To Buy". Despite all the gloom, there are growing indications that it is a good time to buy. Mortgage rates are near 50-year lows. Such conditions might not last long, but the long term benefits of homeownership remain very much intact. Thank you, Keith and Happy 18th Rotary Anniversary!

Granada Hills Rotarians say "Thank You, Janet" and "Welcome, Dianne" at 2011 Demotion Party in Malibu

Thanks to Sue, Fred, Karen and John Weitkamp, Granada Hills Rotarians and their Families spent the afternoon in 'Hawaiian' Fellowship overlooking the ocean at the annual RCGH 2011 Demotion Party, sharing appreciation for outgoing President Janet Hartley and support for incoming President Dianne Kartiala, shown with her 2011-2012 Board of Directors. The only thing better than the companionship, was the food, drink and awards.

Rotary District 5260 Governor & Four Rotary Clubs Welcome the GSE Team from Rotary District 4460 in Peru

Today, at New Horizons, Rotary District 5260 Zone 26 Governor Drew Frohlich and Rotary Clubs of Northridge/Chatsworth, Granada HIlls, Mid San Fernando Valley and North San Fernando Valley welcomed the Group Study Exchange (GSE) Team from Rotary District 4460 in Peru. In addition to a presentation on Peru, the GSE Team Leader, Heber IVan Saavedra Espejo introduced the other GSE Team Members: Carmen Moreno Pena, Leonardo Rosas Vallebuona, Christian Garcia Merino and Victor Jara. Each of the GSE Team Members then presented themselves.

Adam Sher of New Horizons Presents to Rotary Club of Granada Hills

New Horizons client Adam Sher, who is a member of New Horizons’ new Toastmaster program, presented at the May 12 meeting.  Adam shared that he works in the New Horizons Workshop during the week, and then works at Hamer Toyota detailing cars on the weekend.  In addition, Adam helps out at Mission Bowl by answering the phone, handing out shoes and helping customers.  In the Toastmaster Club, Adam is the timekeeper who helps time people’s speeches to stay within the time limits.  Adam invited everyone to come to New Horizons for a tour and visit, and to come to the June 5 Walk on the Horizons event, 8 a.m-12 noon at CSUN’s Sierra Quad.

Take A Little Walk. MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE.

4th Annual New Horizons "Walk On The Horizon" at Cal State Northridge

Register Online at www.walkonthehorizon.org.

For more information emal clkanner@newhorizons-sfv.org

Nancy Cartwright Featured Speaker at Rotary Club of Granada Hills Membership Luncheon 2011

Rotarian Thanks to PP Phil Johnson for organizing a Great Luncheon for New & Potential Members. Following introductions and announcements, President Janet Hartley introduced PP Phil, who shared three RCGH Projects: (1) The Rotary Community Blood Drive 2011, presented by Jim Feffer; (2) The Granada Hills Rotary Veterans Park, presented by Carl Melnik and (3) International Projects, presented by Larry McLaughlin. Then President Janet introduced Rotary District 5260 Govenor Drew Frohlich, who shared the impact of Rotary throughout the world, with over 1.2 Million Rotarians in 33,000+ Rotary Clubs practicing The Four Way Test. Then, Assistant Govenor Rich Miller presented the GSE program and the upcoming arrival of a GSE Team.

Nancy Cartwright, the Voice of Bart Simpson, was the Featured Speaker. Nancy loves what she is doing, which is exactly what she wanted to do at age 16. Her career allows her to spend quality time with her kids, family and in the Community. Nancy was "touched" by Rotary and "impressed" with 'People of Good Will'. Nancy is a 'Community Philanthropist', with a focus on Kids who need our help. She has been very supportive of LAPD Devonshire PALS and Happy House, working to build character and help Parents who are over-booked. Nancy has also worked in TV series; including, Fame, Cheers and Godzilla.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 - Blood Drive Meeting - Carl's Jr. at 5:30 PM

Thursday, June 2, 2011 - RCGH Sportsmanship Awards Luncheon at Porter Valley Country Club

 Saturday, June 4, 2011 - RCGH Demotion Party 2010-2011 at the Weitkamp Malibu Retreat

Friday, June 10 to Sunday, June 12, 2011 - Rotary District 5260 Conference at the Hilton Hotel, Long Beach

RCGH International Project Chair Larry McLaughlin Shares "Weighing In" Nutrition Project in the Philipines

 Fellow GH Rotarian Larry first presented this Rotary Nutrition Project's goal was feeding 150 kids (ages 5 to 7) for 120 days and conducting Parental Education in hygene and nutrition, in the city of Calauag (which means "Save The Turtle"). Rotary District 3820 in the Philipines, The Calauag Rotary Club and four Rotary Clubs from Rotary District 5260 (Granada Hills, North Hollywood, Burbank Sunrise and Northeast LA) participated. The total funding of $12,550 was shared with matching grants from the Districts, Rotarians and Clubs and with the Rotary International Foundation providing a grant of $6,250, showing it pays to work with the RI Foundation. The Project: "Weighing In" focused on Malnutrition: Vitamin A and Iodine deficiency and Anemia (iron and B12 deficiency). The goal of the Project was to get the Project done and establish a foundation for the Program to continue. Thank you Larry for leading the way for Granada Hills Rotarians to be involved in changing so many lives.

Rotary District 5260 Govenor Joins Fellow Granada Hills Rotarians

DG Drew's Message: "Let's Party!" at the Rotary District 5260 Conference at the Hilton Hotel in Long Beach. There will be lots of FUN & Fellowship for everyone!

The RCGH Demotion Party 2011 will be on Saturday, June 4 at the Weitkamp Malibu Retreat.

 The Other Big RCGH NEWS:  RCGH Bowlathon 2011 Chair Kristina Hamson has agreed to be the RCGH Bowlathon 2012 Chair AS LONG AS there are two (2) Assistant Chairs to work with her.

Clean Air Fair for Seniors ...

GH Rotarians Meet at 11:45 AM and there will be Lunch!

The senior population has great potential to influence healthy lifestyle changes not only for themselves but their extended family members. This free Clean Air Fair for Seniors will raise awareness about air quality and related health issues for seniors and clean air technology. It will also offer tips for seniors on how to improve air quality to benefit their own health and the environment.

  9:0 0 am to 2:00 pm

CSUN Activity Center in Redwood Hall
18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge

The program includes speakers on air quality, respiratory health and clean air technologies; interactive exhibits on local environmental programs for seniors; giveaways; and clean air tips. Lunch will be provided at 11:30 am, while educational videos are screened.

Free transportation to and from CSUN will be provided, and free parking will be available in Lot G4 ONLY on the CSUN campus. For a campus map and driving directions, visit http://www.csun.edu/maps . Participation is free, but pre-registration is required, for groups or individuals. To register online, click here.  For further information or to register by phone call (909) 396-2221, or send an email to  seniorfair@aqmd.gov .

If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at this fair, please contact Ms. Drue Ann Hargis by email at dhargis@aqmd.gov or by phone at (909) 396-3237.

DebbieNavarro, Chair of the Rotary District 5260 Literacy Service Project 2010-11 andRegional Coordinator of 'Reach Out and Read Los Angeles'': Making Books Part ofa Healthy Childhood, shared the importance of learning to read at an early age.Debbie, a Fellow Rotarian in the Mid Valley Rotary Club, works with 89 MedicalClinics (including 29 Kaiser Clinics) in the LA area, as part of 4,500locations nationwide, to address Literacy (the ability to read and write tocope with daily life. 'Functional Illiteracy' (the inability to read and writeand cope with daily life) is a major problem in the U.S. FACT: Two-thirds ofour prisoners are Functionally Illiterate. Parents need to model readingbehavior, by reading to their children regularly to increase listening andcomprehension capacity. It is very important to have books in the house thatthey want to read. March 2011 is National Literacy Month. If you would like tohelp in a Rotary Literacy Service Project, contact Debbie Navarro at(818)838-7218 or via email at debbie@rorlosangeles.org

The Rotary Foundation is a not-for-profitcorporation that supports the efforts of Rotary International to achieve world understanding and peace through international humanitarian, educational, and cultural exchange programs. It is supported solely by voluntary contributions from Rotarians and friends of the Foundation who share its vision of a better world. The Foundation was created in 1917 by Rotary International's sixth president, Arch C. Klumph, as an endowment fund for Rotary "to do good in the world."  It is one of the largest and most prestigious international fellowship programs in the world.

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Thanksgiving Dinnerboxes are packed with sufficient food stuffs for a full diner and we provide a $20 Turkeycoupon. Club Rotarians, under the leadership of Rotarian Richard Flanagan distributed forty (40) boxes; thereby, helping forty (40) families to enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner. This Rotary Club Community Service primarily benefited the battered women program.

Rotarianswere updated by Nathan today on the progress of the Disaster PreparednessProgram that started at the Rotary Club of Granada Hills and is nowRotary District 5260 Special Projects: Disaster Preparedness. Topicscovered: CERT One Training, Business & Industry Council for Emergency Planning & Preparedness (BICEPP) Webinars, Disaster Relief Rotarian Action Group (DRRAG) Training,City of Los Angeles Emergency Fairs, Rotary/Parks & Recreation/AYSO Blood Drive & Health Expo,EmpowerLA 2009: A Congress of Neighborhoods, The Great California ShakeOut 2009 and AARL (Amateur Radio Emergency Communication Network) 52nd Jamboree On The Air.

http://www.clubrunner.ca/dprg/dxprogramhome/_programhome.aspx?did=5260&pageid=37002

BIRMINGHAM RI CONVENTION A GREAT SUCCESS
Drew, Sondra, Bernie and Elizabeth returned from England with stories of making world wide friends and of remarkable Rotary events and achievements.  The story goes "If you can get a member to an RI Internation Convention, you have a Rotarian for life".   We believe it!