| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 13, 2013
Dave the photographer says this picture will be better...anybody that get s all the names and organizations right to left, in order, and how much they got gets a free drink at Keiths house at the next Social...( in September!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 13, 2013
18 recipients of CAP Rotary Grants! Photography thanks to Dave Andrews. Who BTW Won the DRAWING! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 07, 2013
We will distribute our CAP Community Grants at our regular lunch on Thursday. Your attendance and that of your invited guests are greatly recommended. Lets make it a great presentation. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 06, 2013
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| Posted by Rex Manson on May 31, 2013
So our star Past President, Past District Governor John Fisher Rotarian can Win! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 27, 2013
Thank You ALL Volunteers! Special thanks to the Project leaders: Doug Deavers and Sandra Wallace and the Double day Crew of Laura Grinder. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 24, 2013
Who did all the set up work? Sandra, Doug, Taj, Richard..( What's wrong in this picture? See it? Shhhhh!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 12, 2013
Congratulations to CAP Rotary for a sucessful Sandy Lydon Roast and Toast. Special Thanks and recognition to Pam, Al, Rachel, Gene, The Evans, Maggie Driscoll, everybody who helped make it work, including the Interact and most of all to Sandy Lydon himself, for honoring Rotary and Volunteering to let us have some fun at his expense. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 01, 2013
We will have a full board meeting at 1:30, May 9. We need a Treasurers report, minutes, Forward Review of the Sandy Lydon event, Blues festival, Community Grants, DDF and Fourth of July participation, Africa Project and Presidential Debunking along with the District Conference. See You There. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 11, 2013
Here the two of them celebrate their private moment of Rotary International recognition and Special awards with Us (and their seven Billion New Internet BFF'S!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 11, 2013
Presented by Past Dist Governor John Fisher and Acting Asst Area Seven District Governor Jon Winston, Kelly and Marie were awarded recognition for an enormous contribution to RI and then received Benefactor lifetime recognition as well. Thanks Past Pres. Kelly! Well Done! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 11, 2013
Dark matter, dark Energy, Fuzzy Spots, Entropy and The Big Bang, multi dimensional string Theory and Hubbles focus on a grain of sand equal to 1 BILLION universes? .. Just another George Noory day at Rotary! Thanks Doc.. GL at UCSC. Glad your friends, the Hajduks brought you to speak to us ...Thanks and come back soon.! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 29, 2013
Looks like some body broke into the Fund Raiser Wine a little early...( g) Congrats to John on Winning the Drawing! What's it been only about 35 years? Next week be there at the meeting and some thing special is sure to happen. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 29, 2013
" Dependency Court" Volunteers, Mentors and CASA. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 29, 2013
CAP Board meeting 1:30 PM. Seascape GC. Roast and Toast, Blue's Festival. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 29, 2013
April 4, 2013 6PM Rex Manson's Home. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 29, 2013
April 1, 6 pm Rex Manson's Home |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 23, 2013
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 23, 2013
Taj Dafur. Soquel Water Manager |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 23, 2013
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 23, 2013
Thanks for all the Cap Rotarians and Interactors that generously gave their time on Saturday to make this drive a Success! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 23, 2013
Kate Sutherland, Retired Educator |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 23, 2013
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 14, 2013
For those computer literate that may want air and travel miles for your credit card buying ..er.. Tax "contribution" to the non profit tax deductable 501.c3 Capitola Aptos Rotary Foundation Sandy Lydon Roast and Toast ...Google: "Eventbrite", then watch the calendar roll down to Capitola / Aptos Rotary, the Roasting of Sandy ( the History Dude) Lydon, May 10, to buy your tickets to attend. Expect about 1% fee. And No you get No Foundation credit to a PHF for attending. Sorry. We are going to need every able body CAP Rotarian, and everybody they can contribute to step up, volunteer in whatever way they can, and offer the fund committee members help wherever they can( Pam, Al, Rachel) and as never before to make this huge Event work. This is going to be a very big, very fun, not to be missed in this once in a lifetime event! Thanks, Rotarians, in Advance ( TIA) This is a Big challenge.. we will all step up and make it work!
Rex Manson- Proud to be President. Cap Rotary. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 14, 2013
This is shaping up to be a Historic, Funny and Sold Out event! The plans have worked out faster and better than anybody anticipated. Tickets are on sale NOW... The auction items are pouring in... This will be a night for all of Santa Cruz to remember! All proceeds will go to LOCAL non profits, Local education and LOCAL charities. Reserve your seats today either on line by credit card or call Gene Wright 454-0813 |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 11, 2013
March 14, 1:30. All committee chairs please report on your objectives and goals. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 07, 2013
Last week I won $150.00....My Name is Stan Hajduk, and I play in the Drawing. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 28, 2013
I am a Past President Of the Capitola Aptos Rotary Club. Today I received my Paul Harris Society certificate Recognition.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 28, 2013
Would have been Scott Iredell but alas, no Scott. Rolls Over! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 28, 2013
I am a Manager at Soquel Water. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 28, 2013
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| Posted by Gene Wright on Feb 27, 2013
Mark your calenders! Make your reservations Today. Advance tickets $125.00ea.$200 for 2! Thats a Discount worth paying attention to! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 14, 2013
Dr. Art Dover, the Aptos Travel Doctor, and Mr. Taj Dafour , Mgr Soquel Water were voted into CAP Rotary today. The 2012-13 Budget was passed and the Sandy Lydon Event Roast was announced, reviewed and approved for MAY 10, 2013, Coconut Grove, Santa Cruz. Details will follow in the new and revised HUB! Cost $125.00 or two for $200. Bummer Doc. You shoulda bought a ticket.. but whats $100.00? |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 12, 2013
The CAP Board of Directors including Officers and all Committee Chairs are strongly encouraged to attend. The TWO MAJOR agenda Items will be 1, 2012-2013 CAP Budget as proposed by Treasurer, and 2. Capitola Aptos Rotary Fund raising event update. This meeting is OPEN to all CAP Rotarians to attend. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 14, 2013
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 10, 2013
Great Presentation and funny. (Richard Watson Riley Won the drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 03, 2013
Dave Watkins won the Drawing! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 27, 2012
Well folks your water rates are going up again. Today Ron the Conservation field manager from Soquel Water brought his lovely Wife and Boss, Taj Dufour to share lunch with us today. After announcements of Monmouth Thanking US for our contributions back in Novermber and Maggie Driscol getting front page coverage for her new Business in Watsonville, we rocked out the welcome song, Karen fined everybody for good news stories of 2012,( Keith rode an elephant!)we listened intently as to why our water rates must be raised again. As politely as possible we accepted the tokens thrown before us and accepted the inevitable about the water tables dropping, seawater infringing and Desalination necessary for the survival of the strawberry farmers in Watsonville.( Ok part of that was made up) Any Way Happy Anniversary to the Duncans, nice folks. Happy New Year 2013 everybody!!!!! Rich Hamlin won the drawing for i think $100.00! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 24, 2012
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 20, 2012
Today of Days.. Today we granted two distributions to our Community Service Groups at Dominican Hospital Foundation and our Own Rotocare.Sam Nigh also received his FIFTH Paul Harris, Al DeCamera got Rotarian of the Month, Pam announced a Warriors fundraiser for Tanzania, And our speaker, Dr "Nan" stole the Presidents Singing SANTA HAT! We also heard that Dominican has the highest paid Nurses in The COUNTRY, The Doctors have the worst reimbursement and Kaiser may be planning a move here with the Warriors. We also held a kinda" End of Days" board meeting planning Next years Fundraiser, a Secret Santa Trip was discussed, and our Budget is Fine. So besides the End of the World being predicted for the past 52 centuries by the Mayans for tonight we wish you all a Merry Christmas, Mithras or Saturnalia, Whatever and We will ( probably) see you next year! To begin the 14th Bahktun... (Nice work Norm on holding the Rotocare Certificate where we can read it)!! Craig Bagley won the $75.00 Drawing! Congrats! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 13, 2012
Sam Nigh brought the splendiferous Dew Wops to sing and carol holidaze songs today. Adorned in Santa Caps and surrounded by Christmas holiday lighting the twelve days of Christmas got a new rendition rated PG13, The President read the Politically correct quandry of Santa and the ecological Libertine Elves Unions, and Sue was seen bearing her new titanium hip and a solid singing voice! Happy Holidays All. Good to See Raisa today, The club is healthy and next week will be fun. Jim and Rex are flumaxxed once again trying to figure out the odds on the same member winning the drawing six times in four months!s! We even checked the bag for sandbagging duplicates...NADA! Be safe Rotarians and all the Best to you and yours. Jim won the drawing.. for the sixth time.. haha he wasn't there to collect! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 10, 2012
Thanks to all who attended the Party, posted on Facebook, sent cards or simply called to wish me a Happy Birthday. You are all the Best! Happy Holidays! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 06, 2012
So our neighborhood Big Bang Astrophysicist spoke today from UCSC ( best program on this Planet)..Mark Mozena PhD. We found out in about 4 billion years, give or take, our local Sun will go supernova and we will have a very bad Day when the planet Earth burns up in a radioactive Firestorm.. Other than that the End of The World, due to the end cycle of The Mayan 13th Baktun, will not result in a reversal of the earths Polarity, We will not be struck by an Invisable marauding planet, The earth's crust will not Liquify and the StarGate Wormhole to the center of the Universe( cool as it sounds) does not Exist. He assured us it would be wise to continue buying Christmas Presents for that other Event on the 25th and If the world does surprise us by going Doomsday Solstice on the 21st to call him and he will file a complaint. Dr. Mozena gave us a Humorous, well animated and Very thoughtful presentation on whats happening with the Higgs Boson, dark Energy, 11 dimensional String Theory and the Cern nuclear Accelerator all in a twenty minute summation.( Yeah right) Thanks Dr. Mozena... Really one of the Best speakers we have ever had. Thanks and we HOPE to see you again next year... (Gulp!) (Jim won the drawing.. which he can collect when his leg heals up!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 29, 2012
Second Harvest Food Bank.. Collections at the Club social at Keith Medeiros Sunday, 4PM. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 29, 2012
Mr Kunst has published books and CDs on the life and times of Abraham Lincoln. Antecdotal and insightful Mr. Kunst presentation illustrated the compelling and evocative political and influential nature of President Abraham Lincohn. A well prepared and rehersed presentation by a scholar and Educated Lecturer. One of our Best Thanks Mr. Kunst! (Al Decamera Won the drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 15, 2012
UCSC today presented it's theater arts Department thru the speaking soliloquy of it's number one Thespian and his winsome lithesome wench from Sunrise Rotary, his Development director Ms Ann Gibb.. After sitting thru 30 minutes of Rotary's raunchy falstaffian "hilarity", hearing how and what we try to get done and speaking in honor of our contributions to Sandy, Marco Barricelli summarized the Rotary as incorporating all the best of Shakespearean iconic works, Grand emotions and human failures and foibles. He was very Impressed with the Collection of over $3700 from Cap to send to Monmouth Food shelter for Sandy Disaster relief while waxing historical and poetic about his being raised in Southern California theater before attending Juliard and spending the last Eight years at Shakespeare Santa Cruz. The Arts program he manages now is very successful and nationally recognized..participation by Actors on the Santa Cruz stage has reached worldwide acclaim.. Well presented Marco come back for an Encore next year! Huzzahs! Btw one of our illustrious members was so moved to evocation by the ionic loquacious eloquence of Sire Marco she may have swooned and wrote Sandy an additional $500 check to help those freezing starving suffering right disaster coast victims. What a noble and worthy gesture for Humanity, Mickey Evans, Bravo! I will post the totals collected and sent as soon as they are reported to me By the Club Treasurer.. Rich Hamlin won the the drawing so I hope He confirms by calling Jim or me to say he read this! Dr. Stan deserves high praise for his award of a second Paul Harris Fellow.. Laura Grinder is Rotarian of the month! Happy Thanksgiving Rotary!!!************Be Safe and enjoy this Wonderful DAY of Celebration!*********** |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 10, 2012
The Season of Sharing is Officially OPEN for CAP Rotary! Second Harvest Foodbank. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 09, 2012
Today a great presentation from the local Second Harvest Food bank. 1$ can feed 1 meal to four people. 2nd harvest is supporting 128 food programs locally, including NP's and educational food sources. They are trying to educate students on healthy eating and to avoid cheap empty fatty carbs.. and this approach is responsible for healthier more attentive and successful students. They are also advocating nutritional training for new residents whose nutritional heritage may include many cheap but nutritionally empty carbohydrates from corn syrups, GMO's and Soy sources faking as necessary nutrition. Great work Willy. We at CAP support Your local years of worthy public service and are proud to have recently conducted an emergency collection and donation to the victims of Sandy in New Jersey, at the Monmouth and Ocean foodbank, your sister foodbank, that reports having served 3300 hot meals to the disaster survivors with our rotary Contributions. Thanks Willy and We WILL Collect here locally also for KATE! Nobody Present won the Drawing so it rolls over.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 03, 2012
Trestles Beach CAP Rotary Cleanup crew Nov 3 2012. Pickers and Tallymen. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 01, 2012
Today Mr Milward from Hospice gave us an insightful and informed overview of the Committment of our local Santa Cruz county volunteers at Hospice. Both an Attorney and pastor Mr Milward presented us the history of Hospice, the facts of Hospice but most importantly the insight into the end of Life dignity that Hospice strives to provide. I want to thank Mr. Milward for the the work he has dedicated himself to and to Hospice for the difficult and challenging work they have done that affects all of us in one avenue or another. ( Graham Stokes Won the Drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 27, 2012
Past CAP Presidents Keith and Al... |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 18, 2012
Our speaker today serves as the director of development for Childrens Court Advocates AKA ' CASA". We learned that there are over 600 Foster children a year in Santa Cruz County and CASA has about 250 extensively trained Advocates to care for them. These Children have been taken away from irresponsible or negligent parents and placed in Foster homes. The advocates help the children transition by being an advocate not for the Courts or Childrens services but the Child. 70% of the Funding is Donated, CASA has a new Headquarters in Watsonville. Several of our members including Karen Semingson, Clair McAdams and Diane Deavers are volunteers. Thanks Linda for explaining this critical and valuable resource for the lost and often forgotten Children of Santa Cruz County. Congratulations to Bill Weston on the presentation of his Double Emerald (x7) Paul Harris Award Special Kudoos to our newly inducted Red Badge, Mr. Jim Klein, Financial Advisor Sevices. I'm starting to suspect the Fix is in! Richard Watson Riley WINS the drawing AGAIN!!! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 11, 2012
Gov. Joe and his lovely wife Kathy came to hear about CAP Rotary today. Eleven Intrepid Members each explained their assigned Goals and committee ambitions. From Finance to RYLA, InterACt to Second Harvest, Jabob's Heart and Beach cleanups, the 4th to the Blues Festival to The Grants Programs. You CAP Rotarians brought it today and Joe was impressed. Although we may be a small club we are fierce! Kathy was given receiving Blankets as she requested, 19 members got Double Sustainer recognition with three more getting Super Sustainer Pins! Kelly Neshheim qualified for a Paul Harris Society Award! The Big hits went to Al DeCamera's two son's who each were presented their Second level Paul Harris Pins while Daddy took home the Grand Prize.. The First Double Emerald Seven time Paul Harris Pin this club has ever presented. Great work everybody.
***********************(Richard Watson-Riley Won the drawing! Call Jimmy.)************************** |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 04, 2012
Today we accepted a new Member to CAP Rotary. Moving here from Sacramento after serving some 15 years as a Rotarian Dr. Russel will take the Job Description of Chiropractor. Good Luck and welcome to CAP Rotary Dr. Russel! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 04, 2012
Lori dropped by today to explain how she founded Jacob's Heart and the Hospice Childrens Cancer services fifteen years ago. Educated in Linguistics and Spanish at UCLA Lori taught for several years in Local schools before dedicating herself entirely to non Profits. She currently is working in the Develpoment of CIEBA School a charter school in Watsonville. Thanks for all the Great work Lori!
Jim wins the TRIPLE CROWN! THIRD TIME |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 30, 2012
On the only HOT Sunny windless Day ever experienced by cogent locals in La Selva Beach, Keith Spoke to his "Buddy in the Sky" and voila'... Sunny and hot and a great turnout for games, Hot dogs and Burgers, garden Tours and Balloon animals. The Great time was shared in fellowship and laughter and we welcome Mylene and her three lovely daughters and Dr Russel to our happy Band of Brothers and Sisters in Rotary! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 28, 2012
A local product and lifetime resident Chief Escalante made a presentation today concerning his jurisidiction. One point he emphasized was the importance of inter agency cooperation in santa cruz county... sworn in on April 1 of this year the Chief has 24 Officers and a multitude of volunteers that he appreciates in Capitola. He spoke about how important the public perception of his department is as helpful and non confrontational and how his Priority is Good public relations.Thanks Chief Come back for an Update!
Stan Hujduk WOULD have won the drawing. ( Oh the irony!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 22, 2012
Our InterActors showed up in DROVES to Help out at Second Harvest Barrel Wrap! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 22, 2012
The Presidents of Area Seven District 5170 Rotary International Wrapping barrels for Second Harvest Holiday Food collection 9/22/2012. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 21, 2012
Last Flight of the Space Shuttle over Monterey Bay. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 20, 2012
What's the newest thing to hit Santa Cruz? The D league Basketball Warriors! With city approval and ground already broken to begin the construction the Warriors are coming to Santa Cruz and bringing with them entertainment, employment, construction jobs, tax revenue and excitement. Built on a lost dangerous corner of Santa Cruz where over 300 drug arrests are made yearly next to the San Lorenzo River a new multi use facility is under already under construction. During Basketball season it will hold over 7500 fans, in the off season the Facility will bring Santa Cruz revenue as a multi use facility bigger than any square footage between Half Moon Bay and Monterey. As a year round facility many sporting events and Business conventions can be held there along with Cultural and music Venues. Great presentation and well received Jim. Looking forward to seeing the new Warriors facilities become a symbol of success for Santa Cruz!
(Sue Lawson Won the Drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 13, 2012
Mr. Minaldi is a teacher of Physics at Aptos High School. He has organized students over the past three years to participate Internationally in a Competition for Underwater Robotics. His Team won First place in the WORLD in 2011. For Bringing outstanding recognition to the Aptos Community he was Honored today with a Paul Harris Fellowship. He wife Christina was present for the recognition. Thank you Joseph and congratulations in receiving, and deserving, our highest award! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 13, 2012
Adam spoke today about the legislative haggling occurring daily in Sacramento. He spoke about the impact of affordable health care, Medicare, District realignments and the budget considerations for his Boss, Assemblyman Bill Monning, 27th District. Before the Meeting Adam Presented Tiffany Lofton of Jacob's Heart two Assembly recognition Awards for their work with Children's Cancer Services. Thanks Adam.
(Richard Watson- Riley won the Drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 09, 2012
On behalf of ALL CAP Rotarians we were honored by CASA at their annual Dinner for our years of Sponsorship and Support. Thank you Karen and Claire for recognizing the generous members of CAP Rotary for their continued support. What a Great and Beneficial Institution for Foster children CASA is! Great People Wonderful Hearts. The picture ran continuously for the several hundred people that were in attendance at Chaminade Sunday Night. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 06, 2012
PDG Jim Mealy drove down from Los Gatos Sunrise today to pull our attention back onto the purpose of Rotary. The Purpose of Rotary is "Service Above Self". A committment to help those we can to Improve Literacy, Develop Sanitary water and Food sources to Heal the Planet and Achieve Peace through Service. To those given Much, much is Expected and that is exactly where the Foundation, The Polio Project the Paul Harris Fellowships and GSE's provide leadership in the how, why and where we can add our contributions to help. We saw how RYLA was a life changing event for each and every one of our RYLA Students..How did we do it? By our Gifts we can keep on giving exponentially: the Needs of the many outweigh the needs of the Few. Jim as a 30 year Rotarian, Multiple Paul Harris came to refocus our attention today, to recommit us in our Purpose in Rotary. Thanks Jim we needed the focus to get back on track for EREY success and the Worldwide DDF/ Vision projects .
(Greg Evans would have won the drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 30, 2012
Past President of CAP Rotary traveled from his home in Cormandel New Zealand today to make his presentation about St. Jude's School in Tanzania, Africa. Founded approx. 6 years ago the school has grown from inception to 300 then 1000 now TWO Thousand students.. Only the brightest of the applicants are accepted. The school performs with the Best in the country on academic Criteria and continues to progress. The school is oriented to students willing to perform and commit to stay in the country of Tanzania. Dave explained many Rotary Clubs contribute to St. Judes which is non secular and non partisan. Our club has generated a contingent of members who intend to travel to Africa next year to participate in the St. Jude Project. Thanks Dave first rate presentation!
" Keith Medeiros won the Drawing" |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 23, 2012
Henry Castaniada spoke today about the educational achievement challenges in the Soquel School district. Henry told us there is a vast discrepancy between class room curricula which results in the preponderant failure to prepare students for College. According to statistics over half the students at Cabrillo are unprepared to complete basic college work due to literary deficiencies. They cannot cogently write or even understand the intrinsic challenges of modern college work and only 20% will attain even an AA degree, even after six years.. The AG program (which I understood as Advanced placement) classes are unavailable to the majority of Soquel Students attributable directly to a lack of funding. The Failure rate to produce college graduates is astounding( approx. 80%) and Henry reports many more resources will be required to bring the programs up to par. He say's what is required is a public dedicated to the value of and recognizes the future importance of Education.
Jim Klein won the drawing and was so thrilled he filed an application to Join CAP Rotary! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 16, 2012
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 16, 2012
I thought the best part of the presentation of the PHF to Maggie was when I asked the Club "Who has Maggie helped out in this room?"
Almost every members hand in the room went up. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 16, 2012
Today we had some fun with our visiting US Congressman Sam Farr. A long time friend to our Club Sam agreed to present a Paul Harris Award to Maggie Driscoll for her many contributions to not only Rotary but the NP community represented by our Members. Sam also made himself available for a Comerica check presentation to Jacobs Heart and finally spoke seriously to our club about the unmitigated strife in Washington. Sam voiced his disappointment with the divided non compromising and embittered partisan National politics and outlined Six MAJOR votes confronting the Congress this Fall alone. He went on to express his hope for the Pinnacles to be named a National Park, for Fort Ord to be made a California US Military Cemetary, for cooperative research on the Marine Sanctuary and a more unified cooperation between all the Advanced Educational institutions that literally ring the Monterey Bay. Thanks Sam. You are Always welcome to speak here.
(Sam Nigh won the Drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 12, 2012
Capitola Aptos President Dr. Rex Manson, CAP Membership Chair Rachel Hill, Asst Dist Governor Area 7, Jon Winston, attended "The GALA Sunrise Fund Raiser" for the New Santa Cruz Monterey/ NOAA Sanctuary , August 11,2012. Also attending Rotary 5170 Dist Gov Joe Hamilton, PDG Ron Sekkel, SC President Janet Krassow, Sunrise Pres and Host Rod Caborn, Watsonville Pres. David Hemrick, Intl. Service Chair Georganna Hildebrand, Past CalState Senator Bruce McPherson, plus, Plus.. It was fun. Rotary is Funding an educational Classroom to educate children about the Mission and goals of the Monterey Marine Sanctuary.
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 09, 2012
EAC a 503c1 NP that makes a positive difference in the lives of Insulin Dependent diabetics by providing them trained medical alert service dogs free of charge. Based in Concord California The dog's are a Diabetics best friend, life saver and life changer.. A alert dog is intensely trained to smell changes in blood sugar levels high or low from children under 12 to the elderly. These dogs also make great companion dogs besides for the diabetic sniffing capabilities. Thanks for coming all the way from Concord and Good luck for a service well performed above the pale.
Thanks Micky and Greg Evans for your generous donations of over ten Bottles of Wine on top of the other 18 donated by members of the CAP RotaryFor CASA!
George won the Drawing! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 02, 2012
Today we heard the first political local commentary from our elected (but takes office in January 2nd District) Supervisor. Zach will have little to say for the time being out of respect for our sitting Supervisor Ellen Pirie... Zach noted that his election brings many inquiries concerning roads, maintenence and ditches. He has suddenly, after winning his election discovered a multitude of new friends and everybody whether in the district or not seems to have voted for Him. Most Importantly (although nothing is official until it's official) in January he will be our new Honorary Member of the Capitola Aptos Rotary.
Tim Powell was awarded Rotarian of the Month for his outstanding work on the Fourth of July B-BQue. 13 bottles of Wine have been donated for CASA!
(John Fisher won the Drawing!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 27, 2012
" Good Captains are not made by sailing Calm Waters" was the theme of todays Meeting. Mr. Eady has been a Santa Cruz City Planner since his graduation from UCSC in the 70's. He worked through the reconstruction of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake and the devastation that resulted to old downtown Santa Cruz. So trying to tell the truth about and change a few minds about the advantages of a modern reconstruction of a 40 year old Safeway eyesore should be easy right? Mr. Eady has been attacked, accused of being a tool of a corporate Safeway evil mega corporation and the Destructor of the idylic Aptosian peace and freedom view of life. During his 1/2 hour presentation he calmly pointed out the myriad of improvements available both ecologically, economically and by improved ADA accesssability that the new shopping Centre will bring without necessarily devastating the "Aptos of Olde" or views of the Ocean. Thanks Charley for a first rate professional discussion on a badly overdue capital improvement. I hope to hear you speak to us again as progress and further developments surface we local Rotarians need to know.
( Dave Andrews won the drawing, was NOT present. Lotto rolls over!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 23, 2012
We are collecting to donate bottles of Wine ( a Wheel barrel of Fun) for CASA's annual Auction in AUGUST.. Not much time left and the CAPITOLA APTOS ROTARY CLUB will get printed recognition at the event for our contribution to the CASA Event. Rex Manson will collect contributions on behalf of Claire Adams, Chair of Friends of CASA. Claire will not not be available because our club friend Rich McAdams is having Back Surgery and our healing best thoughts will be with both of them. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 19, 2012
We got thrown under the Bus (again!) No speaker showed up (AHS Robotics) so we held an informal Club Assembly, there will be three more this year. There will be an African Tanzania Fundraiser singing Karoake $$$$$$ at Brittania Arms (Thanks Pam!) There is a huge Area Seven Black Tie event to open the Marine Sanctuary on August 11. Congressman Sam Farr will be here August 16th. Kiwi Dave Campbell will be the speaker on August 31 addressing the St. Jude Project in Tanzania: He will have a slideshow..Nanette Mickowicz, President of Dominican Hospital will speak here Sept 11. Chief Escalante, Capitola PD will speak here September 27. The CAP Rotary Website and Facebook is Under new Mgmt and construction thru August.Constructive suggestions are appreciated please address to Pres. Rex.. A new Club Directory with Photos will be made available in September. There is no HUB so ideas about a informational e-mail Blast were discussed.
All of our Collective Positive thoughts are in Support of Laura Grinder.. Godspeed.... Graham won the Lottery:$25 |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 12, 2012
Today was Physics day at CAP. After the New President stumbled thru his garbled agenda the meeting finally turned over for cogent learning about Roberts Book " Einstein and The Universe". We heard about the many failures of Einsteins mediocre early life until he published the quintessential E=mc2 theory in 1905. It took 16 years for him to be nominated for his Nobel Prize which resulted in the development of Nuclear energy and weapons, GPS, Microwave technology and perhaps a science breakthru bigger in power production potential than the Higgs Boson within Five years.(tease) He has been called the most Important person of the Twentieth century. We could have listened to this Brilliant Physicist for many hours but got instead a remarkable 30 minutes on a subject matter higher in complexity than our Paygrades. This Guy was BRIGHT!
BTW Check these stories EVERY WEEK to find the WINNER of the Club Drawing. They will be posted here by Members NAME. Today a visitor won $50 for just showing up! Next week might be you! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 04, 2012
Our intrepid members doing what they do best to celebrate the nation'a Independence! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 30, 2012
I am very honored to be elected President of the Capitola Aptos Rotary Club. I sincerely Thank you all.
I first joined Rotary in 1980, as a new Doctor and have since been a Member of seven different Rotary Clubs around central Northern California.
My Father in Law, Richard originally brought me into the Rotary Family and taught me the basics, essentials and commitments of being a "Real" Rotarian. He had 47 years of perfect attendance in an impossible professional travel schedule around the world and had served as President of the Beverly Hills, Ca. Rotary.
He was a man, an executive that received many high Professional National Honors, a CPA, A UCLA Summa Cum Laude, President of the National Board of Accountancy, but as he told me, his proudest plaque on his distinguished and extensive wall of recognized service and merit, was his Rotary Presidency.
I concur. I know some things about many of you, I do not know as much as I want to know about any of You. I am here to serve the Capitola Aptos Rotary. Everything I do as your President will be targeted at " What is best for the Capitola Aptos Club? " I will not always be " right" in every members opinions! Lets talk it out and work together to improve the CLUB. I need your help. I need every Rotarian to help me every day. I will make mistakes and I trust you can advise me constructively to make me a better President and ours a better Club.
Always Job ONE is: New Members! How can I Help you Bring a New Member to Rotary?
If you feel I could improve or even be more successful Please: tell me. If you have thoughts/ suggestions about the projects, new ideas, and directions of the club E-mail me. Lets Improve.."I can.. We WILL!"
Thanks for reading this far and Thanks for your confidence!
MY home Phone number is 831.662.3113, My e-mail is " Diskdoc08@Yahoo.com" |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 28, 2012
No Speaker showed up on Thursday. No call, no e-mail no nothing... So Keith jumped in with an interview with our esteemed 30 year Rotary member Doug Nakashima. Doug told the story as a POW Japanese American child he was interned during WW2 in Colorado, came home, after losing everything his family owned in the east bay, and went to Berkley during the Early sixties, worked with his father to sustain a very sucessful family cut flower business in Watsonville, underwent a personnal tragedy equal to the greatest Greek play and became increasingly involved with the Budhest Church. Now retired he provided mental counseling services for the prisoners in State prison. Now remarried he is seeking solstice through writing and meditation, public service with Rotary and CASA and continued explorations of world sites with his beautiful wife of ten years Sharon. Good luck Doug. Glad to have you with us. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 16, 2012
These dates are muy importante! President Keith's Debunking is June 26TH( finally) and APTOS " World's Shortest Parade" is followed by CAP Rotary serving "LAUGHTER,FELLOWSHIP BEER AND BRATS" in the HISTORIC Nissene Marks Aptos park 11 TO 5. Come One Bring ALL to serve, dance and celebrate life in the Aptos...( where two rivers meet!) |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 14, 2012
Sean Founded the PSF in 1990 while working as a commercial fisherman. At that time the Shark was an abhorrent monster of the deep praying on Bodysurfers and terrorizing small New England Resort islands. As a result of working with NOAA, The discovery Channel and National Geographic Sean has become an advocate for sharks promoting their preservation through education and an awareness program to eliminate the need less slaughter of hundreds of millions of these ancient sea denizens annually. Thru his work and presentations like today Sean wants to expand the Public conscience and awareness of the close ecologic respect we all must have with all living creatures to survive on our small blue planet. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 07, 2012
As is our CAP Tradition today we distributed awards to over 22 people and organizations found worthy and consistant with the Community Service goals of the Capitola Aptos Rotary. Along with Merit Certificate we also passed out checks to each recipient. It was a grand event and a Great Success. We look forward to doing it all again next year! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 07, 2012
This week we get to do what we do best: Honor and support deserving non profits of Santa Cruz county! 21 visitors will join us for lunch and the presentation of CAP Rotary Awards. This is the day to put our best( Club) foot forward so dress up and Bring a Friend or future Rotarian! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 31, 2012
Today a Monterey docent shared his private obsession with Favio the wily Sea Otter. Bob has tracked Otters in Stillwater cove for many years and found himself drawn to one particular Otter whom he named " Favio". Bob tracked and recorded the annual territorial trials and travails of Favio and took hundreds of photographs to document his observations over 13 years. Favio lived many years with other otters off the pier at Stillwater cove at Pebble Beach Calif. In 2007 he immigrated, for reasons otterly beyond our understanding, 35 miles North to the Elkhorn Slough where he began to show his age and the wear and tear challenges associated with being a wild sea mammal.. Favio died in 2008 in September after a long normal life, well documented by Docent Bob. Thanks for Sharing your history with us Mr. Mannix, it was a delightful and spirited Tail... |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 27, 2012
The new face of Rotary, Blue's Fest 2012! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 24, 2012
Today we heard form the Job development specialist from the University of California at Santa Cruz. They specialize in assisting Non profits with voluntary personnel. Thanks Hayley. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 23, 2012
Are you ready for some Rock and Roll Rotarians? The Blues festival starts Saturday with the Doobie Bros and Tower of Power! And they say our club is too old.. Blue Hairs ROCK!!!!! See you there in Fellowship for Charity my Fellow "Blues Brothers!" |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 17, 2012
Thank You Beth for your presentation on Strokes today. Concerning the signs and symptoms of this debilitating and often fatal affliction the Stroke Center at Cabrillo College has dedicated itself to the rehabilitation of stoke victims for over 30 years. Whether Vascular, A TIA or Clot the neurological catastrophe that follows an event are unmistakable, and often unreparable. Rehabilitation is an Emergency treatment that proves most effective the sooner it is initiated. Lest we ever forgot the signs thanks Beth for keeping us aware and up to date as to stroke Rehabilitation. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 14, 2012
The Return of the King! |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace on Apr 28, 2012
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| Posted by Rex Manson
ALL Selected Groups are invited!! |
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MAY 24, 2012 1:30 PM |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 14, 2012
Today was our first run at an E-waste collection. With No cost to our club members some members showed up to help and spend appreciated hours of volunteer service collecting for Rotary, Comerica, Aptos Interact and Jacob's Heart. Doug Deaver worked most all day with interactors star Diedre from Interact Aptos who worked her tail to the bone ( 4.0) and stepped up to every challenge. Also to be recognized, the son of Rachel Hill , Chase who spent all day doing the heavy lifting and most of the heavy work for good. Thanks Doug, Rachel and Chase for our trial run at an E-waste Waste..collection. Especially Branch manager Rachel Hill for getting the donated space to do the collections at Comerica, Aptos....Our first..Also Kudos to Doug Nakashimi and Stan Abraham for your generous contributions..Man it was cold out there so thanks very much! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 12, 2012
John Fisher recognized Kelly Nesheim's contribution to the Paul Harris Society |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 12, 2012
Today Carolyn Post gave us an update concerning the Children's cancer services of Jacob's Heart. Presently serving 157 children with cancer this 501c3 provides Financial, Psychological support and counseling services to Families in the Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Benito County Areas.Over 500 individuals have received care from the Volunteers at JH, often in the forms of Financial support for food and gasoline or direct service such as providing rides to the Cancer centers at Stanford. Thanks Carolyn I think the Story of this great Service touched the hearts of every Rotarian in the Room. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 12, 2012
Do you have your reservations Yet? Monday 4/16 is your last chance to buy in!! Our own PDG and Rotocare founder John Fisher is being "Honored"by his Peers April 20 at his very own ROAST! A comedy/ musical hit not to be missed with Music by the terrific Sam Nigh and the Digbigs. Also there will be a silent auction and raffle drawing worth thousands of dollars in valuable prizes! All to support Rotocare and Dominican Hospital. For your last once in a lifetime chance to attend call the head MOC himself: Al Decamara...688-0500.ONLY $100.00 per ticket. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Apr 05, 2012
An excellant presentation was made today from the SC Sentinals staff photographer and ongoing Instructor of PhotoJournalism at Cabrillo College. Thru a montage of categories Mr. Thayler took us on a "images" journey thru sports, local and political events and special issues like floods, fires, accidents and natural disasters that he has captured in pictures over the past 25 years. Every picture, explained Mr. Thaler, tells a story of a fraction of a second captured forever without requiring words or explanation. Mr Thayler's rules of good photography: Being in the right place at the right time, being able to recognize frame, cull, crop and edit for effect, no written word required and having the right equipment and the experience and knowledge to use it for evocative effect. No Photoshop. No "FauxTography". Well done and appreciated by our Rotarians Mr. Thaler. Thanks for agreeing to return again for an update next year on your fantastic artful and esoteric work. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 31, 2012
" Peace thru Service!"..Future Vision and Foundation Service was attended by John, Rex and Doug.. Membership and Grants saw Sue Lawson and Kieth. Sandra was seen at New Generations and RYLA the Real Fifth Avenue... Everybody at Lunch saw Brad Howard, North American Membership Chair give the best " Why are you a Rotarian?" retention speech of his lengthy stellar Rotary Career. Area Seven got high lighted for Guatemala, PDG Ron Sekkel, and Bad Lumpy gray "food" at SC Main. All in All Good Fun. All for 5170 Membership, Job #1, Area Seven Rocks! Arley Marley has been a good DG...During the Worst of Times, the Best of Times.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 24, 2012
What do otherwise warm intelligent Rotarians do on a chilly damp Saturday morning while everybody else is inside avoiding the rain and cold? Why standing outside in the rain and cold doing what we do best: Collecting Food and Money where it will do the most Community Good of Course! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 22, 2012
The Interactor clubs and officers from Both Aptos High and Soquel High came to lunch today to take over Rotary. Acting on Behalf of President Keith they called the meeting to order, Stood for the Pledge sang the Welcome Song and acted as Detectives fining members deficient in their knowledge of current InterAct fundraising events. They did an excellant job and we were more proud than ever to have these fine young people and the RYLA Leaders of tomorrow visit our meeting. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 22, 2012
Today we met the Philanthropic services Director from the new local headquarters here in Mid county Aptos. Since 1981 The Foundation has provided guidance for Community giving and philanthropic funding. Multiple local non profits have benefitted from CF grants which acts as a clearinghouse for Meetings, computer services and information concerning Grants, and the means of appying for them. Thank you Randy come back again. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Second Harvest Food collection at Seascape..10 Lbs each member or Cash.. Also today Is INTERACT DAY when the meeting is totally conducted by Interactors.
What a Great day to bring a potential New Member or Guest to see how CAP Rotary really works!!!! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 15, 2012
Today we were addressed by the Exe. Dir of a Center that teaches, trains and arranges for Local home Caregivers. John explained how his group worked with other groups to address the mainly physical and financial needs of the elderly and ageing mentally challenged. He also discussed the tremendous psychological and physiological degradation that accompanies the lonely trek of the selfless, and oft stressed anxiety, of the unprepared caregiver. Needless to say the room of graying Rotarians, those experienced as caregivers and those not as yet exposed to this sacrifice, was strangely muted by the information and complexity of the subject matter. |
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The CAP Rotary Beach cleanup date has been changed due to a District conflict. Please note: Beach cleanup will now be on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10 AM followed by a Lunch at the Evans. Contact Pam Goodman for details. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 09, 2012
Saturday March 31, 2012, Doubletree Hotel San Jose 8AM-2PM ($39.00) All Club Officers, Board Members and Committee Chairs should attend. A must for Red Badges!
Signups next Thursday March 15 at the regular meeting. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 08, 2012
Mr Zach Friend press Information officer from the Santa Cruz Police department spoke today. Predicated on a research algorthymn a data based research computer projection of probability has been developed in an attempt to predict crime in Santa Cruz. It has been used within Santa Cruz and can high light areas of 500 ft diameter of predicted crime in advance of the fact. Arrests have been made based on this data. The project is being evaluated worldwide and has been written up in the New York times and Washington Post along with Time magazine.Thanks Zach we will invite you back to keep us up to date on this important breakthru program. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Mar 01, 2012
Dr Kaupp gave us a visit today to relate his story as a start up entrepeneur, MBA and assumably rich Instructor at Cabrillo College. Heading up the Business communications department for the past 6 years he is tenured and therefore "able" to relate to problems with issues like "Facilitation of Change in an entrenched Institutional static Environment vrs the Fast Paced always late 24/7 mutable pace of a Silicon Valley Startup", including the early days of Apple Computer. Very funny, insightful and enlightening when presented the Compare and Contrast. Thanks Dr. Ray we appreciated your entertaining if somewhat sardonic viewpoint. Favorite quote of the day attributed to Steve Jobs: " Who hired that Idiot?" |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 02, 2012
The Pulitzer prize winning local talent, journalist, teacher and International Musician came to visit CAP Today. Brad moved here from New York an epoch ago to work for the SJ Mercury news where he wrote for 22 years and won a coveted Pulitzer Prize for his coverage of the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake. More recently he hosted the afternoon "What's Left" radio talk show on KSCO while teaching Jounalism and photography at Cabrillo College and taking over the Editorship of the E-news website the "Santa Cruz Patch". A lively funny and talented speaker the room was rocking in response to many of Kava's stories and Quips. Well done Mr. Kava you get invited back. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 16, 2012
Today we heard an angel, Cory Ybarra from Building for Generations speak about " Supporting Special Needs Education Projects" Worldwide. With her own son a special needs student Cory took it upon herself to start an international 501c3 to support the needy in Peru and Africa. Since 1995 with only small donations from rummage/garage sales and cake bakes she began a program in Tanzania to house and educate the Lesser of the Least: the disabled and rejected special needs children. She has since traveled to Africa, and became enchanted with the African culture. She came today to inform us not to ask us how we can help. Without a cooperative AV projector for support she simply spoke extemporaneously about her challenges. There was no sense of complaint or entitlement in her voice just a passionate committment to help and assist her children that permeated a silenced room of Rotarians. Thank you Cory. We were listening and we will help where we can. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 17, 2012
An excellant presentation by a return speaker today and member of Sunrise Rotary Mr. Brian Liddicoat. Trains of the Santa Cruz mountains gave a historical perspective on the progress west of the great Train Barons of the 1800's. With a flourishing Logging industry quickly developing around the Felton Area a means of getting Lumber to market resulted in the building a of transportation from Santa Cruz to Los Gatos and San Francisco. Although the terrain above Lexington was challenging the lines were constructed at great cost and required the digging of the longest Tunnel in the west (some 5200 feet in length) above Scott's valley. Plagued by earthquakes and flooding the lines were sealed in 1942 but some decayed remains can still be seen and viewed. Excellant presentation by Brian and his efforts were well appreciated by the CAP Rotarians! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Feb 02, 2012
An excellant presentation today by the" Rich Pig", Caleb Lawrence. A local financial advisor and radio show host on KPIG he has lived in the area for many years. He spoke about the 2007 Banking and financial collapse, The credit collapse that has resulted in the Banking and Mortgage fiasco's that have devoured AIG, Lehman Bros ,IMM and the IMF, caused 7Trillion$ in Pension losses,and resulted in a lack of credit and the collapse of institutional banks worldwide. A provocative fact filled history of gross malfeasence and the case was made implicating the Banks. FTC, IMF and Federal Reserve and a lack of Government leadership over the past 30 years. Many questions were taken from the audience and Mr Rich Pig agreed to come back for an encore update later in 2012. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 26, 2012
Today we were introduced to Cindy Weigelt, Public Information Officer from Watsonville Hospital. Cindy brought us up to speed in the statistical achievements at WH: Patient satisfaction survey's in such areas as Medical care ,sanitation patient care are above those of Dominican or Urgent care centers. New Programs aim to provide Emergency services in the ER in an Incredible 30 minutes! Also WH is the ONLY local facility to have ALL er Doctors certified in Emergency Medicine. All our best Cindy come back and see us again next year? |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 19, 2012
Ron Slack came to speak today but not about his job at the Good times. Instead he shared his experience working with youth for summer employment. Ron described how with youth summer employment at record low levels going back to 1948 that Youth service is essential to the job training for later gainful employment. Thanks Ron for the work you do. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 12, 2012
We welcomed an old friend and his wife for lunch today. David Campbell, now resident of New Zealand and long time CAP Rotarian came to visit. Good to see you David! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 12, 2012
We got information about the crisis in Fukishimi and the encroaching debris and Nuclear contamination from the Eastern Pacific. Just this week debris was found in Washington State although it's origin was unclear. To date little to no Nuclear contamination has been found but the main body of the Debris, some 2400 million Tons, will arrive on our shores in Santa Cruz in 2012. |
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Jan 05, 2012
Mr Larry Wilde brought his inspirational stagecraft to Rotary with a series of Stories, Jokes and Motivational values. With a good attendance on CAP Rotaries part he was well received best by both genders of a Certain Age. There were many laughs and a well practiced and professional Presentation. Nicely Done Larry. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 31, 2011
Besides being the Thursday Speaker at CAP Larry has been called " America's Best selling Humorist. "He has published 53 books and sold over 12 Million copies. He has performed on stage with Johnny Carson , Ann Margaret and Mary Tyler Moore!..Larry is going to give us a 45 minute presentation on how a healthy sense of humor can help relieve stress, maintain perspective and achieve personal happiness. THIS is the week to invite friends and family, even prospective members, to come to Capitola Aptos Rotary for a Very Special, informative and valuable presentation from one of America's top Motivational Speakers. And Lunch is only $16.00! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 30, 2011
Our Rotary District 5170 Scholar spoke today to thank Rotary for helping her get her medical license to practice in California. Raisa, A native Russian trained as an endocrinologist in Moscow, emigrated to the US in 1992, moved for several years to Japan and returned here to volunteer at Rotocare in Capitola. She described life in the Old Soviet Union and was sent as a field researcher a week after the Chernaboyl Nuclear disaster. Living now with her son in Santa Cruz she is active with both the District Scholars Program and Rotocare. Thanks Raisa, Spacebo! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 23, 2011
Merry Christmas and SAFE travels to all who see this page. Gentle Winds and Following Seas. We took some pictures and Sammy and the D Wops sang Christmas Carols.. Keith interviewed his new best NBBF friend, Rich. It just doesn't get any Better.. BTW if you want to see or download the Pictures go to, register and sign on: "the Rotary Club of Capitola Aptos." |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 19, 2011
On Thursday DEC 22 we will be taking PICTURES for the Membership directory. So bring your voice to sing carols with Sammy Nigh and put your best FACE forward! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 16, 2011
Today we heard Mr. Bill Monning, State Assemblyman from the 17th District discussing the budget revisions in Sacramento and how it will effect the Education and state sponsored health services provided by the State. Needless to say times are grim with the news getting worse every day. Thanks Bill for the Update and Thanks for agreeing to return next year to discuss your upcoming Senate Race. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 12, 2011
Pictures of the Party are posted on the Facebook Page: "Rotary Club of Capitola Aptos". " " Twas Two weeks before Christmas, and All thru Soquel, They heard Carols and singing, From Nigh's " House on the Hill" The House was all lighted, The night chilly and Wet, The vino exchanged, The feast tables well set, Then Played a Merry, if off key quartet, a Small Caroling Band , of Harp, Drums and Guitar, Singing tunes of the Holidays, For those Loved, close and Far..."
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 09, 2011
Sunday Dec 11, 4PM Home of the King of the Doo Wops! BRING TWO bottles of Wine to" Auction for Africa"..( Sam will supply the Drinking Wine) Bring CASH to Buy Pointsettias for St. Judes construction in Africa from Lori and Pam. If you want to bring a salad or your favorite finger food. MERRY Christmas and Happy Holidays! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 08, 2011
Our new friend Laura gave us a presentation on domestic Violence and abuse which includes physical, emotional, financial and verbal. 85% of attacks are made on Women, 25% of pregnant women are abused. There is a high risk for younger women age 16 to 25 with a high and prevalent involvement with alcohol. The Month of the Highest abuse? January. Bringing the issue to schools and the public has resulted in decreasing incidents recently. Thanks Laura for the important and informative presentation , we Rotarians learned a lot from it. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Dec 01, 2011
Denise York and Wendy Sarsfield gave us a presentation today from PG&E concerning tiered Pricing. Tiering is going to be used to decrease maximum power useage during high energy consumption times. Small Business can receive evaluations on volume and Times of service to reduce or control costs to Small Business. Thanks Denise for coming out to speak with us. |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace on Nov 22, 2011
Buy some beautiful holiday poinsettias and benefit St. Jude School in Tanzania, our Club International Project. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 10, 2011
Toys are being collected for local Children with Cancer ," Jacob's Heart," at the Aptos Branch of the Comerica Bank.. Courtesy of our own Rachel Hill, VP. Branch Manager. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 10, 2011
Today our Red Badge Sam Storey spoke about Community Bridges. Currently serving on the Capitola City Council Sam has worked for many years for this local non profit which over sees eight subordinate Non Profits, The largest of which is Meals On Wheels. These are Grant programs not entitlements and receive very limited State Funding and find themselves serving more and more elderly with sub poverty incomes with fewer and fewer resources. Thanks Sam a tough Job well done. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 11, 2011
47 CAP Rotarians and mates joined 200 other attendees at a Rotact Dinner in Honor of John Fisher, Past 5170 District Gov, past Club President ,Original Rotaract Founder. Following a harrowing HWY17 busride hosted by Kelly Nesheim we arrived at the Doubletree in San Jose "well oiled" to enjoy comradeship and Rotarian fellowship on the special occasion in Honor of the lifetime achievements of our own John Fisher! BTW Happy Birthday John! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 10, 2011
We were proud to invite our two Interact clubs at Soquel and Aptos High School to introduce their officers and advisors and explain the projects they have participated in. Each Club reports about 35 members. They have helped wrap Food barrels for Second harvest, Cleaned up the Aptos beaches with Save our Shores and assisted Jacob's Heart at Kidrageous. We were proud to award them Interact Club Pins and recognize them for the extraordinary work and community contributions they are doing thru Interact. Doug Deavers has done an exemplary job as Club Interact coordinator. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Nov 03, 2011
Thank you Ms Shareen Bell executive director of YFIOB. Today we were brought up to speed on a Professional mentoring program directed by Cabrillo College and targeted at getting High School and Jr College students in direct dontact with individuals in specific Professions.We and YFIOB will certainly have a shared future working together for education. |
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Our mailing address is P. O. Box 591, Capitola CA 95010.
Your webmaster is Sandra Wallace who can be contacted at smswallace@gmail.com
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We are the proud home of Past District Governor, John Fisher, who served in 1987-88.
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| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 27, 2011
Rose and Lou hosted almost 20 of our club members to a Tour and Lecture of the Wetlands preservation in Watsonville. Following an outstanding Bag lunch prepared by Maggie Driscoll we toured the headlands and scoped out Herons, Egrets Loons Ducks Redtail hawks and MAYBE a Owl or Falcon we couldn't tell. Weather was fine and the countryside was open and typical middle kingdom California. |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace on Oct 25, 2011
Capitola Aptos Rotary provides dictionaries to all third graders at Rio del Mar and Valencia |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 21, 2011
This past week President Keith and I spent most of our days and nights hosting Tusu, Our club Guest from Uganda CAP hosted at Presidents Keith's Home. After meeting, rehersing and picking him up in Almaden on Sunday we took him to see the Monterey Aquarium, Wharf and Carmel on Monday, The Sunrise and Freedom Clubs on Tuesday, Watsonville on Wednesday, CAP Aptos on Thursday and the District Avenues in Service, where he was a hosted speaker on Thursday night, in San Jose. Many meals, speechs, lectures and laughs later, along with 468 miles of driving we turned our guest over to the next clubs/ weeks hosts. We want to thank those generous members of CAP who helped host/ dine/ entertain Dr. Tusu: John Fisher, Al Decamera, Jim Kutch and Laura Grinder. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 15, 2011
Saturday Morning Annual Barrel wrap in Watsonville where 10 CAP Rotarians, led by Scot Iredell and interactor advisor Doug Deaver and 40 other members from Area 7 volunteered to help. This year however we were joined by some of the New Interactors from Paharo, Soquel and Aptos high schools. We had so much help that where in the past we worked for three hours with all the extra hands we were done in ONE! Also it was projected that we would do about 800 wraps.. We Did 1300! Great Job Rotary. Thanks Interactors nice to have you aboard! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 13, 2011
Plan on Attending.. every Rotarian is invited. The Avenues provide leadership education and comeraderie to District 5170 Rotarians! Arrange a ride.. the fun begins at 4Pm and ends after a Dinner. See You There! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Oct 13, 2011
Watsonville Adult Education made a presentation today. The times as with all programs have been financially challenging and many much needed programs have been terminated or Curtailed. We admire the fortitude it requires to survive in these challenging financial times. |
| Posted by Karen Semingson on Sep 29, 2011
Today's speaker, Larry Granger, Santa Cruz Symphony's Conductor, was awarded a Paul Harris Fellow as recognition from our Club for his outstanding 20 years of service to the Symphony. Larry is retiring this year, and gave the Club a preview of the great things he has planned for his farewell season. Great job Larry. It's a pleasure to honor you. |
| Posted by Karen Semingson on Sep 29, 2011
Club member Dave Watkins was recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow at today's meeting. John Fisher did the honors. Congratulations Dave! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 08, 2011
Today was a first in the three year history of my planning speakers. At first we had no speaker, then we had a speaker( Brian Liddencourt, JD) who has been rescheduled) then the speaker didn't speak because his power point did/ would not run. Computer Glitch. So we Evaluated and Overcame and interviewed three notably outstanding members , Dr Stan, Lynette C, and Scott I ... Great stuff occurs when you are NOT attached to the outcome.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Sep 01, 2011
Today the Executive Director of Rotocare, Tammy Janosik ,gave us a presentation on Rotocare. Rotocare originated in the mind of our own John Fisher 22 years ago. John is being Honored in November by a District wide celebration. Today was really John Fisher Day where all CAP Rotarians active with Rotocare got acknowledged for their community service |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 27, 2011
On Saturday Aug 27th, at 9 am many Intrepid CAP Rotarians met at the Sumner trestle to cleanup Beer can Beach. Led by Pam Goodman who supplied bags and gloves we broke into "Tallimen and Pickers" and treked down to the sandy garbage patch below Seascape. Many bags of assorted trash were hauled out and accounting will be forth coming by the Leader of the pack rats, Pam. Good Work Rotary! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 25, 2011
Sandra presented our Sponsored RYLA Camp students.. Congratulations! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 25, 2011
Today Sam returned to give us the inside on the dysfunction in Washington DC. Doubtfull that the super committee will get it's budget done we can anticipate a montrous cut in Medicare and the Military. Thanks for coming up to see us again Sam! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 18, 2011
Today we heard about "Friends Outside" a non profit dedicated to aiding Felony Violators with rehabilitation from Prison back into society. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 11, 2011
Laura Marcus gave a lunchtime presentation on the Santa Cruz based low income non Profit Dental facility... Laura reports Dientes provided over 9000 services to the Santa Cruz Community. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Aug 04, 2011
Rebecca Costa gave us a presentation about the subject of her book" The Watchman's Rattle". This presentation was intelligent and compelling on the history and Sociobiology that contributes to the collapse of civilizations. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 21, 2011
Manny, Our youngest at 23, newest Applicant, Gets his Red Badge. Way to go Manny and welcome aboard the CAP Rotary! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 14, 2011
Lunch visit for introductions and awards By District Gov. Arley Marley and Charlene McIntyre, Assistant Gov area 7. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 07, 2011
For our Past President and Friend Scott Iredell: Best wishes for a fast and complete recovery! Our thoughts are with you and your's, Scott. GL |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 07, 2011
Mr. Manildi, Physics instructor from Aptos High School, brought his National Championship Team to explain how they won the US Underwater Remote Robotics Championship. In competition against 450 other teams from through out the Nation the competition was held last month in Houston over four days. The Aptos team won outright in several specific engineering categories and moved on to the finals. Their Remote robot was specifically designed for Deep sea Oil rig recovery. When the scores were tallied the Aptos team were National Champions! Today we met part of the team who each took turns in explaining their specific contribution to the overall project. This was exciting to see these young motivated College bound scholars so focused and proud to be a member of this select winning team. Thanks for your work Mr. Minildi, we will check back on you next year to see where we might be able to help. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 07, 2011
IPP Kelly Is seen receiving a District 5170 Award for Achievement from Past Dist Gov Hassler. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
On this Fourth of July 2011 At 7 am the east Pacific rising sun was visible unimpeded without our usual July (gasp) Sacred June gloom Fog.. then it held.. thru the morning , until after the Fabulous "Best ever( KSBW) attended" Aptos " Shortest Parade in the World"which ended by 11 am and we .. still had sun.. Glory! The CAP Rotary got very very Lucky. The day started off warm and clear for the first time this writer can remember in 10 years? Earlier, over a BA hosted Lions Breakfast shared with John the Grey Elder and Jimmy Pancakes Kootch the sun rose warmer and bright while below our station down in the Nisene Park, aka Strawberry fields, Tim and his intrepid , tho shorthanded, set up crew ( Al Nighter and the Eric of Beer) , made sure the barbecues were ready, the Beer was chilled and taste tested for freshness (to protect the Public) the positions manned and awaiting the inevitable heathen post parade onslaught.. And then they came... By the thousands! Needing to be age verified, harrassed and carded, needing sustenance from our worthy crew of blaze flaming volunteers, requiring chips and basic foamy liquid reinforcement that only we brave Rotarian volunteers were( licensed) to provide..And Provide we did! For Hours Karen the Fair, of the Agile Lightening fast CPA mind, like Watson, pondered the hundreds of possible mathematical combinations of required cash to make change for drinks between 5 and 6 dollars..(ok there were three ,without one's) . Meanwhile Rex and a worthy band of capricious WristBander's ( including Pam, Kelly and Sandra) sometimes checked ID's and otherwise harrassed the mid life multitudes into interminable DMV like lines for wrinkle "Certification", then passed them on to drawn adult beverages with Craig and Genes Wright ,then over to food with Pancakes Kootch.... But all went well! We did it once again! We actually, thanks to Susy , got $$$Tips! So Congrats ( those of you that showed up) Capitola Aptos Rotarians! We put up a great show and they ( John Q Unwashed Public) showed up Thirsty, tatooed and hungry again.. the Music was great , the sun was brilliant, Aptosian and Del Martian people danced and had a great Day and no hassles seemed to emerge.( good thing because I never saw Security).. ( At least by the time this lazy SOB.. er.. Writer.. left at 3:40 before cleanup, (but during the pre emptive Last Set) due to the fact he had lost all feeling once again in his left leg and lower back...) Other than THAT loyal CAP Rotarians: Another Great, profitable and Noble Community fundraising service was once again conducted with professional aplomb for the many local non profits we support thru our volunteerism! Great Job CAP! |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jul 01, 2011
Today our old friend and fellow Rotarian Dr Brian King spoke about What's up" at Cabrillo College .Currently Serving almost 15,000 enrolled students, and consistant in it's almost 50 year history, the college strives to address the needs of a diverse population with some times divergent needs, vocations and political views. The College was recently named one of the best in both California and the entire US. Many of the faculty members teach both at the JC and also up "on the hill "at UCSC. Cabrillo is now considered an invaluable local educational asset and iconic resource by the mid County population. When polled the majority of CAP Rotarians have attended classes or seminars at the College themselves. The goals of the college continues to include excellence in all it's many departments with an excellant record of promoting students farther into Upper graduate education.. Thanks Dr. King for your presentation today. We are here, you can always call on us, and we Rotarians "want to help. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 23, 2011
Last night we dethroned, er, Debunked 201o-1 President Kelly ( Beowulf) Nesheim. Held at the SC yacht Club, hosted by the fire breathing Rev. Stan the Abraham Man and decorated by the artistry of Lori M, we all drank danced, pranced and laughed our way thru goodbye dirgey songs of tribute ( running Bear) from the Never silent Sammy Nigh and his two piece band , Al Nighter and the Dandy Dave Drummers... Short thanks alots were then inaudibly extended by the usually loquacious Great Leader, "Fourway" followed by a spontaneous celebratory Rotarian heathen version of a Freebird Conga line, which wound and rumbled its reptilian Pagan path rhythmically, ok provocatively, around the dance floor.... ImP Pres Karen then passed the enchanted eternal continuity " Golden Pins of Mordor" and (Gift gag-bags) from Pres to Pres Elect Keith M under the auspicious evil eye, and all watching blade, of the inflated Charon himself..( Precious, my PRECIOuS..) The final "coup d grace" came when Al , as first KNight , ceremoniously sent The magic Nordic "Walkabout Lance of Hadenoughyet" to an honored Viking eternity , by sacred immolation, sending the ashes to rest hopefully forever, forever to be unseen again, by human or Rotarian evil Eye, in the pounding fires of Valhalla. In Other words we all had a great time, Kelly got retired to Past President and a new Day dawns under the Rule of the Duracell Grandpa, Keith. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 09, 2011
Today we held a successful " Why Rotary " Day roundtable where 14 Potential Rotarian guests were hosted to a "free lunch" then subjected, once trapped, to the history, purpose and contributions of the CAP Rotary.( We got the small room anyhow.. How.. intimate) President Kelly ( I am BEOWOLF!) explained the importance of the Four Way Test and Introduced the Club's new successful thumping/ rhythmic songs of his Pagan Lutheran past unto the eardrums of our unsuspecting guests. Good Job Beowolf! Then President elect, Keith( the Duracel Grandpa,) explained the IntraNational, Regional and Local Projects that CAP ( Guatemala) participates/and contributes to. THEN..(Just to add to the frothing excitement) Lori Mullen (the Lion Tamer) was called upon to briefly speak on the FIJI Project (which may become the ( Shush!) Kenya Project This was followed by the CAP God father, ex district Rotary Gov John who attempted to address the now myriad Paul Harris Foundations. Club Disbursment Chair Claire M spoke for the efficacy of the newly Reformed/Grants Committee guidelines and the 14 local non profits we supported in 2011. All in All a successful meeting and perhaps we attracted some new Members. Time will tell. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 16, 2011
Not everyday you hear about the most super top secret aircraft research ever conducted by these United States. Our Guest, Dr. Alan Brown, Past lead Engineer for the Skunkworks kept the room transfixed as he tried to explain the design challenges of the experimental F-117 Fighter known as " Stealth". He explained the tribulations of working daily with the Air Force Creme Test Pilots and top administrators from the Super Secret '"Skunkworks" from Lockheed Aircrafts Research( Burbank) and Design Division. Rules for building Stealth.. Borrow everything possible, No risky Epoxy transmutation.. Make the impossible work. Build a Mach .08 Fighter bomber with the Radar Cross section of an Eagles Eyeball,( Really) Make a totally unstable diamond shaped anorchaic structure fly without any Standard Flight characteristics, add computers that react so fast that humans cannot possibly keep up then give the otherwise useless Test Pilot all of 1.2 Seconds to eject and Voila! The most secret stealthy fighter Bomber ever designed. Need less to say This Rotary club was weak kneed at the conclusion that came way.. too... fast. We could have asked useless questions for HOURS but ALAS...Due to the patience of Dr. Brown, one of the Great brain buster presentations in Several years.. Thanks Dr Brown.. I wish we could have understood a tenth of what you tried to explain about the F117 Stealth Bomber..and we never even got to the secrets of of the mysterious Pahrumph Nevada, Area 51. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on Jun 02, 2011
Melanie Schumacher and Bill Kocher from Soquel Creek and Santa Cruz Water came out to give us a presentation on Water conservation and the Planned Desal Plant in Santa Cruz. Scheduled to be constructed in 2013 the Plant using Reverse Osmosis, would supplement the water available during years of Drought. It is clear the conservation of resources will never match the need and expected demand in this drought prone area. This is a Preliminary plan which anticipates a cost measure that will not affect the average user by more than 3% per year. We will see. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Two and one half days of Blues and Rock and Roll By the STARS!.. Sometimes Music played so loud that earplugs were advisable , which rocked Aptos this weekend ( ask my Newly Half Deaf dog in Rio del Mar!) .. Thousands of Local and rocker Fans enjoyed/ Survived a panoply of Woodstock like challenging clear blue skies, Rain, chilling wind and muggy afternoon sunshine to hear some of the Best Jimmy Hendrix memorial music ever to be heard live on the central Kali Coast. Of course CAP Rotary helped oil the wheels of celebration by the presence of a majority of it's membership who served our community again by volunteering to operate the Beverages concession. Good for Us, and Better for those many local Non Profits we support, and good Service by us recognized by the frequently expressed appreciation by the Locals: Good for the Music of the Santa Cruz Community. Well played By the Musicians.. Well served by the Rotarians of Capitola Aptos. Be very proud All of your dedicated work and sacrifice this last weekend.. In Particular some individuals need to be recognized: Sue Yost who headed up and organized this enormous project successfully once again, Pam Goodman who once again brought multiple volunteers to help out and Karen Semingsen, who provided several wonderful members of her staff (who also Volunteer on the Jacob's Heart Board).. As is Rotary tradition : Thanks for your Service unequivocally to ALL who participated. Thank you. " SERVICE ABOVE SELF". |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 26, 2011
Today multiple non profits received grants from CAP Rotary. After careful consideration as to priority and need The CAP Club awarded over $17,000 to local Charities. In this very challenging year the need for Charity has increased many fold while it is more and more difficult to locate sources of essential funding. We Appreciate and respect the hard work and tremendous contributions these groups have made here locally. Many thanks for all your good work with Charity! Well Done Capitola Aptos Rotary! Service Above Self! Rotocare, Dientes, Hospice, Jacobs Heart, American Red Cross, Helping Hands, Valencia School, Cabrillo Women,CASA,Symphony League,Save our Shores, Grey Bears, For Kids,Meals on Wheels, Sienna House, Advocacy Nursing Homes Big brother/ Big Sister, Boy Scouts, Helping Hands. |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace
For more information about Capitola Aptos Rotary, please call 831.462.6092 or 831.684.2331. You may also email charleswhitt@att.net.
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| Posted by Sandra Wallace
Capitola Aptos Club Foundation |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace
Where can I make up a meeting? |
| Posted by Karen Semingson on May 21, 2011
A small but hearty group convened on Beer Can beach for our regular beach cleanup. It was an absolutely beautiful morning, and Steve Allen's daughter won a prize for the most unusual item found! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Lisa Miroyan spoke about the " Relay For Life" A fund raiser for cancer research and the ACS. The Event held at Cabrillo College on July16-17, Involves an active relay walk over 24 hours by Groups and members of the Santa Cruz Community. Although technical difficulty kept her power Point presentation under wraps she gave an impassioned explanation of her experience with cancer within her family and circle of Life. She passed out a well received pamphlet of information as to how we could contribute to the Relay. After her presentation she received a number of contributions from Generous Rotarians and seemed happy that she was so well received. Thanks Lisa come back next year , by then we will fix the technical problems so we can see the full special effects. |
| Posted by Rex Manson on May 12, 2011
Sara is an attorney( Cal Hastings) retired from practice who works full time to direct the Community Engagement and media Relations For Salud. This organization provides medical care in numerous specialties to poor and indigent communities. With Facilities in Santa Cruz and Watsonville over 300,000 services have been provided to the local communities. Well Done Salud Para La Gente! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Court Appointed Advocates is a SC Non Profit that lends volunteers to act on behalf of children in Abusive family situations. After Child Court services has interviewed the child it may or not be determined that the child's situation with an abusive or drugged home situation requires monitoring. Ken explained how the best interest of the child is fitted between the Home and parents and a foster Home situation. Well Done Ken. We have funded CASA thru our grants programs for several years. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Lou and Joan Rose made their annual update presentation concerning the Wetlands Freshwater Slough restoration. Recently they have received some national press regarding funding and the sanctuary has expanded with the contributions of many groups and Volunteers. Over 275 species of Wild birds have been identified on this migratory pathway and recent attempts to restore the Natural Fauna has met with some success. Great work you two and we will see you again next year.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
The National Marine Sanctuary provided a speaker for CAP today to present a slideshow about the New Exploration Center across from the Commercial Pier in Santa Cruz. This Multi year, Multi Million dollar project has been 20 years in development and ground got broken this past Monday to start the Building. It should be a fantastic Teaching marine exhibit for tourists and for educational purposes. A facinating and Complex presentation was provided by M.s Whalen about how this world class marine exhibition will affect how the world views the Sanctuary and Santa Cruz. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we learned the difference between Arbitration, which often has no appeal Process and Mediation which can be followed by Appeal at 1/5 the cost. Judge Joseph works as an independent Judge who is available to parties involved in Lawsuits to settle disputes and reach a mutually acceptable solution. These cases include Divorce, CIvil, Probate and Private Judging.. Thanks for coming in Judge. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
The Red Cross is a world wide relief organization headquartered in Geneva. Our local district includes all the SF Bay area from the Bridge to Carmel and east to The Aquaduct including some 7 MILLION people. Earthquakes, fires explosions floods Tsunamiis house and wild fires and any other combination are responded too by certified Volunteers in a myriad of RC specialties. Susan is the top of the food chain and made a thoughtful and comprehensive presentation for what we learned Is national Red Cross Month! When most people are running away from a catastrophe the Red Cross rushes in. Thanks Susan. We all know you loved the World Famous CAP Welcome song! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we heard a controversial explanation as to the state of the US Economic Depression due to Wall Street banking and Political Contrivance. First it was the removal of protective stipulations by SEC/ Congress then a unsecured CDO contrivance where Investment Banks made profits on Both sides of the Mortgage market and Finally the collapse of the banking system on Wall Street. WOW if half of what he told us was true then the economy may take 5 more years to recover if it ever does and The Loss of Wealth by Middle class investors will continue to drain the security of current retirees. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today the "Dividend Detective" gave us a complimentary presentation on High yield dividend investments. A long time local Mr. Domash taught econ many years at Cabrillo College and frequently contributes articles to the Santa Cruz Sentinal. Thanks for the recs Harry we can all invest a little better as a Result. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were treated to a history of the logging trails, camps and Trains of last century Aptos.The modern Nisene Marks was a prime logging center since 1885 and was essentially logged out by 1930. Miles of track were laid thru an engineering nightmare of switchbacks and steep grades so the lumber could be harvested. Pictures from the Aptos history Museum provided a visual trail from the old to the modern where cities in Loma Prieta once thrived now the area has been restored to nature. Thanks Brian we hope to see you again. And also thanks again Brian it was nice to meet your Mother. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were presented a pictorial Photo view of Island life in Micronesia. Aboard a Nat. Geographic sailing tour of several remote islands we saw the People, plants and sea life of this most remote and primitive culture. Thanks Elena the show was very much enjoyed by all. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we interviewed our own 3 special members. Al D was first with stories of bean farming to riches in real estate. He became muted when explaining how Rotary was his family and no other group meant as much to him. Pam was second with a story starting in Whittier Ca, then nursing school then Public school nurse thru 2 marriages and children to present CoFounder of Lifespan with 120 employees doing elderly support in Santa Cruz. Sweeping up Neil explained simple beginnings in the mid west, Working in WW2 in the Mare Island Naval Shipyards and finally an astounding educational rise from San Jose state then a Master's and finally a PHd in Education. Well presented Members we are proud of you for sharing. |
| Posted by Gene Wright
Board meeting Monday2/21 at 5:30, Home of Laura Grinder. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Our very own CAP Rotarian Dave Andrews drew huge appreciative applause with an outstanding visual tale of his search for Bears in the Arctic. Dave has chased and explored Canada and Alaska in search of " The Arcticus" Polar, Brown and black Bears and most recently took photographs near Hudson Bay. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
This HAS to be worth at LEAST a fiver fine each for the Foundation.... |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Congratulations to our New Paul Harris Fellow! |
| Posted by Gene Wright
Once again Larry gave an excellant presentation concerning the History of the America's cup. Once having been the lone possesion of the US from 1851 to 1983 The trophy has since resided in Australia, New Zealand, England and now San Francisco. It will be contested again in the San Francisco Bay in 2013.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
What a Great time was had by all! Michael Pritchard gave a inspirational performance, we sang songs, watched a Juggler, gave away prizes and generally had a terrific time. Thanks to Kristin and Lori et al for Their outstanding work.Good work Kelly in the Tux and bleu jeans! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Dr Susan Osorio Ed. D, Director of the Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services,gave our Luncheon presentation. JH is a local 13 year old Santa Cruz Non Profit that supports Financial, emotional and bereavement support services to families afflicted with Children's cancer In SC and San Benito Counties. They have helped over 125 families thru stressful Recovery and treatment programs, not always sucessfully. This Presentation struck me as why I am a Rotarian. Well done Dr. Osorio, our Fellow Rotarian from Monterey: Your presentation did not leave a dry eye in the House. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
We have a deadline and need your Help. We need your Fundraiser reservations by Wednesday Night to make the final dinner count on Thursday. So If you have put it off PLEASE Call Bert NOW!!! MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS 688.6642 Thank You and Lets make this a great Sucess. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Great historical presentation today from one of our favorite returning speakers. We learned about the Banditos of the 1880's who ruled the wild West of Californio with sheer guts and blazing guns. One ends up hanging gutshot from a tree by Vigilantes for horse thievery and bank robbery. Another gets shot and Beheaded, presented in a jar for a reward. Such a fine subject over lunch! Thanks again Charlie we look forward to seeing you again this year to hear more about the Adobe Project. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Sue Lawson and Doug Deaver both provided a self enhanced history to CAP Rotary Blue Badges today. Sue is a Long time business woman who once worked as a buyer for I. Magnin and Macy's, then owned a smaller retail business with her husband for 25 years. A long time local she has volunteered with the coast Guard, was active in sailing and Dominican Hospital and she is active in her Church and family. She likes to Knit..Doug is a Mid western "Purdue Preppy" Master's transplant that got caught up in Auto parts and later ground facility maintaince for Santa Cruz Schools then Cabrillo College until he retired. He tried to explain why he was the only English Baptist in Minnesota but some thing went wrong in the translation...An Englishman? In Brrrrr Cold Minnesota? Great information Red Badgers and Welcome to Capitola Aptos Rotary! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were guided thru the efforts of the SC Literacy Program with ESL and Reading programs. The Volunteers who participate in this program have established a higher learning percentage than the Cal. Public School System. Well done Larissa on your two years heading this very succesful program that we Area 7 Rotarians of CAP are Proud to support. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Prosperous Rotarian New Year!! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today our own members gave a photo assisted presentation on their recent trip to the deep South. The travels included New Orleans, Biloxi, Savannah, the Smokey Mountains and Nashville. Over 7000 miles in a Airstream RV together and they are still happily Married! Anyway home safe and sound with plenty of stories which we all enjoyed. Thanks! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
A Christmas selection of songs and sing alongs was performed once again by the World famous Dew Wops! With Synthesizer accompanyment such classics as "Grandma got run over by a Reindeer" and "Jingle Bells" thrilled and entertained the members who appeared delighted.. Many Club Thanks SAM! Very Well done once again! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Our annual Christmas gratuity to our Seascape designated server was given today from all Members of the CAP Rotary.. Many Thanks for your great service Amigo. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we initiated a Blue Badge Ms.Susan Lawson, a La Selva beach Resident and long time denizon of The Harbor Club and many local service organizations. Welcome to the CAP Rotary Club Sue. Glad to have you aboard! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we had to Improvise as our scheduled speaker cancelled with all of two hours until Showtime. So we turned the traditional tables, Kept up the " Nuts" trooper Holiday spirit, made lemonade and had two of our most prominent long serving Ex Pres Members get interviewed by " David Frost" Keith about themselves for the benefit and amusement of all the Red Badge newbe's....I am sure everyone was exhilerated by Sam Nigh's "vague" recollection of his "Animal House" Rock and Roll band adventures in the North east girls college, surfer band circuit, driving the Painted Cadillac Hearst in the sixties ( early Prankster?)... What was that? Uranus and the five Planets? Then" Grand Wizard the Grey" Bill Potter shared his paper salesman to real estate mogul climb thru history from Oregon to the Golden State with Sigma Chi.. Ah those bygone wild west days! Actually the experiment went well and was both good for Fellowship and all members still awake at the end seemed pleased. At least they all seemed cogent and smiled. Keep a Watch out as when speakers throw the Speaker Coordinator under the bus at the very last minute.. this may be what you get...so prepare!(grins). |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today members of the Capitola Task force on Local gangs gave us a welcome overview of the local Gangs of Santa Cruz / Aptos. We have a growing criminal street problem that demands being addressed. After an all to brief PP presentation our members swamped the Officers with questions about what we are seeing every day in the News. The enthusiasm about the Gang situation was so intense that the allocated time was gone in a flash so I invited them back in March. Well done Officers! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
The Sentinal today revealed that CAP Rotary's own, Sandra Wallace, was elected as President of the School Board... We of the CAP support our member and congratulate Sandra for her Service above Self! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we learned how to identify a stroke victim, the signs( disorientation, Numbness) and signals( Dysarthralgia) and what to do if we are present to see one occur." FAST" CALL 911.... Time is of the essence so get to Dominican stroke Center pronto for the tests and screening to save you/yours life! The first three hours are CRITICAL.. Major causes of Stroke are 1, High Blood Pressure,2. Obesity, 3. Smoking. Thanks Nurse Becky. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we heard the story of the swindler Bernie Madoff. From simple beginnings in Queens New York to the vaunted heights of a International billionaire Madoff schemed and took Billions in a Ponzi scheme unequalled in history. Thanks Larry todays presentation was a real treat. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Dr Bill is an Aptos resident of 20 years ( After Lawrence Livermore Labs) and serves as President of the Rio del Mar Improvement Association, RDMIA. Having about 400 members, the RDMIA is concerned with ecological and esthetic improvement projects affecting specifically the Rio Del Mar Area. The RDMIA have done volunteer work planting new Palms to replace old damaged ones in the Flats, participated in improvments to the Rio Del Mar Crossroads and planning protection of Beer Can Beach. Thanks Bill, best $25 membership we could help with. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were visited by Emmanuel Nwankpa, Past District governor of Nigeria. Hosted for 1 week by Keith Madeiros, we visited the Gilroy clubs, Morgan Hill, San Jose and Santa Cruz clubs where Emmanuel spoke about and thanked the generosity of Area 5170 Rotarians who contributed to the Foundation projects in Nigeria. A wonderful person and new best friend of CAP rotary Chief/ Doctor/ Sir Emmanuel was a beacon of Charity to which all Rotarians can aspire. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we heard a presentation from First district Supervisor John Leopold. We heard his view on the budget reductions, Rail Projects and Renters issues which precipitated submission of " Leopold's Law" concerning the mid County beach flat rental controversy. Thanks John for the informative presentation. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Our brilliant Hub Editor , good friend Gene Wright recently fell and fractured three ribs and his left shoulder. Chuck Witt took him to the Er then went home and did a faceplant on HIS own stairs, injuring three of his ribs! Good luck and best wishes from ALL CAP Rotarians Gene/ Chuck, we all wish you well and a speedy recovery. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today a controversial figure spoke from KSCO here in Santa Cruz. Mr. Zwerling made no apologies about being the sole central coast platform for Radio broadcasters like Alex Jones and Rush Limbaugh. He made it clear that The station tended to the conservative but revealed a more balanced talk show format than most CAP Rotarians were aware of. Long regarded as an essential emergency beacon for Santa Cruz/ Monterey I think it is fair to say Mr. Zwerling supports a fair balanced sober but always independent discussion of political issues. Thanks for coming today Micheal we hope you will join us again. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Congrats CAP Rotary for the HUGE turnout at Second Harvest last Saturday. We had more volunteers and a Higher percentage from our CAP Rotary than any other participating Club. Way to knock it out of the Park CAP Rotarians, you know who you are. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we Welcome a returning transfer Rotarian to the ranks of CAP Rotary. Mr Douglas Deaver recently retired as director of Facilities at Cabrillo College.He lives in Aptos with his Wife Diane and is sponsored by Laura Grinder. Welcome To our Club! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today the ranking officers of the ALSFD, Chief Tom Crosser and Division Chief Jeff Terpstra gave us a presentation on fire preparadness and an update on the Ridge, Trabine and Lockheed fires. The integrated roles of fuel, humidity and wind were addressed as to how each contributed to the " Perfect Fires of 2008". At 3 pm in one case the humidity dropped to 3% with a temperature of 112 degrees. Good advice from true Professionals. Thanks Gentlemen. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today was some thing completely different. A Local musical troupe came to provide stylish singing and dancing to Broadway shows for our collective entertainment. They were not just good.. THEY WERE GREAT! Tickets for the shows at Seascape Resort on sale now! Life is a Cabaret, my friend... |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today the loquacious President Kelly of the Cap Rotary inducted another New Member to our club! A Fraternal WELCOME from all of us to new Member Curtis...( He was immediately fined five dollars to introduce him to Rotarians ways and means...) |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today the brave men of the Aptos FD C.E.R.T joined us for lunch. Captain Mike, a 27 year veteran, leads and teaches the local disaster response teams named CERT! With adequate training in emergency medicine, triage and fire control small teams of community volunteers can be a huge benefit in the time of disaster. Gentlemen: Thank you for your Brave service here in the Three firehouses of Aptos! Remember Members:You need 5 days preparation for self sufficiency following a Fire, Flood or Earthquake! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
The Beginning of the End of Polio. On October 24 the four districts adjacent to the Bay will sponsor the 11 AM, 1.2 mile walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, followed that evening with a Historic lighting of the Ferry Building with the END Polio Now LOGO and a formal dinner limited to only 1500 lucky Rotarians! All the Rotarian partners will be there for a Meet and greet... Mark the date for History! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
This foggy morning an intrepid band of CAP volunteers took it upon themselves to benefit the biosphere by cleaning up Sumner Beach. Bags of trash were stuffed and packed out off the sands saving the ocean and local ecology from impending pollution and potential DOOM! Thanks go to all Participants. Great Job Rotarians! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today another speaker bargain 2 for 1! Today a volunteer parent at Valencia told us about a unique ADA upgrade we support at Valencia School. Great Slide presentation on the Why and How of the only ADA project of it's type on the entire Central Coast. Thanks Kim. Then a first rate presentation from Laura Kasa, Ex. Dir. of Save Our Shores and the upcoming Beach Cleanup and efforts to subdue the out of control use of Plastics in our Ocean Biosphere. Thanks to both our excellant speakers and I hope you will both come back soon for an update. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today AHS Principal Casey O' Brian spoke about the challenges of huge budgetary cut backs and the effect on Aptos High School. Casey told us of the National Merit competition, The Graduating statistics, Athletics and Communities activity schedule. One of his teachers, Sara Roe also spoke about a pet project to enhance college attendance for Watsonville soccer athletes,called 'Breakaway", even Gang members, and asked if we could help with funds. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were treated to an inspirational oration from the Dist. Gov himself, Roger Hassler. A 20 year member from Almaden the Governor first met with The B of D members to inspire them and compliment the fine work that our CAP Aptos has achieved. This was followed by a Presentation of recognition to first the committed Double Sustainers and then to our new Paul Harris Fellows (1 thru 5.) It was an outstanding and well attended meeting. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Saturday September 18 2010 5Pm: San Jose Spartan FOOTBALL vs So Utah Thunderbirds! We need 25 CAP's To sign up so THE Delux A/C Big screened Coach can whisk us effortlessly to (3PM) and from the Game to be home by 9pm. All for only $30/PP! WOW! Club Event. Fellowship. Free tickets Professional Driver. Contact for Reservations " Diskdoc08@yahoo.com" |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today had a busy Twofer from the Director of Santa Cruz's cash strapped Public Libraries, who described the Budget slashing cutbacks in all branches of Library services due to the 2007-10 Recession and the State gobbling up of local General funds. Also Claire Reported on the recent INTL Rotary Meeting in beautiful Montreal, where 23,000 Rotarians were entertained and shared good times and Club projects. Thanks Ladies. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
A fellow Rotarian from the SC downtown club presented today as Superintendent/ President of Cabrillo College. We were treated to a brief but informative history of the 50 years Cabrillo has served the Santa Cruz community. Since it's inception in a single building in Watsonville it has continuously grown to it's present 17.000 students and serves as a conduit for entry to UCSC and all other State colleges and Universities. Brian described how the demographic changes have presented unique educational challenges to Cabrillo which the Faculty and Administration continue to meet. Thanks Brian. Come back next year for an update. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were treated to a true Californio Historian Charli " Castro "Kieffer, a blood relation to the original founding Castro Family of the Monterey/ Santa Cruz Hacienda Era. We learned about The De Anza and Portola Parties the founding by Cabrillo, San Jose and The Missions. Thanks Charlie you already accepted coming back to share more history with us next spring. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Todays speakers were Mike Chisholm and Kevin Richardson, Voice of the Spartans and Janikke Klem Director of Athletic Develpoment San Jose State U.We saw a preview of the upcoming Spartan football program and schedule starting the Season with, Gulp< Alabama!! SJS only plays 4 Top 20 Teams in it's first eight games so it will be a huge profile rebuilding year for the Spartans. The presenters did an outstanding job of explaining the Athletics program and the high expectations for the 2010 Season. Good Luck Spartans and we can listen and root on the SJS team on KION as they play Wisconsin, Utah, Boise State, Fresno State and Idaho... Should be a Great season!! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today the lovely angel of Mercy came to visit from Hospice. She was explaining a new variety of Support programs that Hospice is offering including Grief counseling and transition. "Transitions" are a 5 Directives program to assist with the necessary documents needed to be prepared and witnessed before ones" Big Game."One of the most direct and informative programs we have had at Rotary. Even "Tackling" a uncomfortable subject Julie managed to interject some humor and then answer many questions. Thanks Julie, You make us Rotarians Proud to support Hospice. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today was Busy. We presented 14 generous checks to Community groups and Charities and then heard from Four students who had recently attended the Ryla Camp. All were appreciative of the outstanding contributions made to them by CAP Rotary. Pictures are available at the New Facebook page for "Capitola Aptos Rotary". Check in, Friend Up and Check it out! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Past CAP rotarian Carolyn Swift spoke today and narrated a Photographic presentation on the historical development of the Capitola Aptos area. Starting in the 1890's the photos showed history as it progressed from the Nisene Marks Lumber era to almost modern day. Great pictures for perspective worth saving Carolyn, Thanks! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
On the only foggy morning in weeks, CAP Rotary had a tremendous success in providing the "Throngs" of post Aptos Parade attendees with great Music and "The Best of ALL Possible" Barbequed, Correlitas meat and Spirits! Shoulder to shoulder we celebrated the birth of our nation.. It was Fun, as always and HOPEFULLY.. We will do it again next year! |
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Mr./ Rev. El Presidente aka "Running Bear" Uff Da Kelly officially took over the reins of the riotous CAP Rotary today. As the crowd snoozed in post prandial bliss Kelly embellished stories of personal past greatness equalling maybe Beowolf.. I AM Beowolf! Anyway the new Member Red Badges were great with tales from the Missouri Breaks( Eric) to Baba Ram Das( Gary) to " I'm writing a book"(Rich).... Anyway...Good Luck to our New President/ Members, the tone forward was well set and our new members are simply.. Great People.. Thanks for joining CAP Rotary.. "Service above Self". It is going to be a Great Year! |
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John Fisher, member and past District Governor has been named Grand Marshal of the Aptos world famous July 4th" World's Shortest Parade". Congrats John. You deserve it! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Karen you are officially debunked! You are IM Past President with many deserved accolades to your service as President of CAP ROTARY! Honors and gifts were presented by Past President Sue Yost and Incoming Kelly" Four Way" Nesheim; Kristin and Lori sang" Lorelei" praises with games and songs. Clever Poetry written and performed by the Big "Dew Wopper" Sam was appreciated by all. Congratulations on your well deserved retirement! |
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Attending this year's barbeque were President Karen Semingson, John & Mary Fisher, Lori Mullen and Sandra Wallace. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Mike Bethke joined us from the Sunrise Club where he is Im Past President. As new SC County Fairgrounds/ Events manager Mike has developed a 30 year build over of the existing grounds which include expansion of the Equine and auto racing facilities with additional year round privately funded events..Sounds Exciting so Thanks Mike and Good Luck. |
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"O' Neill Sea Odyssey provides a hands on educational experience for under privledged youth to encourage the protection and preservation of our living sea and communities"".. Dan is the executive director of this fantastic program funded by the O'Neill family and took over 2000 students sailing on the o"Neill Cat to experience the Biology, ecology and beauty of our Monterey Bay. |
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Superintendent Mike , a 30 year resident of Aptos, made an impassioned lunch presentation concerning the state of education in Santa Cruz County. Once he got rolling the volume and sheer magnitude of the challenges that are affecting the Administration, teachers and students within SC are ubiquitous. Including a 7 minute av DVD presentation there was not nearly enough time for Mike to share his overview and address the many questions from the members. Thanks Mike. Great Job under the circumstances and PLEASE come back soon to flush out the details of any one of the multiple subjects you were barely able to touch upon today. |
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For 2 and a half days CAP Rotary worked the well attended SC Blues Festival in Aptos. 3 Booths were worked by many Rotarians and Volunteers. We all owe the volunteers applause for their energy and commitment to our club and purpose. Suzy Yost did an INCREDIBLE job making everything work and deserves special Recognition for her gift of time, patience and skill in organizing this huge project for charity. Thanks Everyone who helped. With special Thanks AGAIN to Suzy!!! |
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Jon Nordgren, the Producing Artistic Director for all Cabrillo Stage productions was our speaker today. It should be a fantastic year for local theater with a schedule expanded for multiple dates and shows. Jon revealed his stage secrets for productions such as " Cabaret" and " Swing". This years knockout should be the satire of marital bliss " I love you.. Now Change". We look forward to seeing all these productions beginning in June Jon. Thanks for bringing your insider knowledge and lovely daughter Laiana.. |
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We had a surprise visit from the soon to be incoming Rotary District Governor 5170. Arly told us his working history at Boeing Aircraft and the development of the original automatic 747 landing programs. Thanks Arley. Looks like the District will be in good hands 2011-2012. |
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Dr. Lou and Joan Rose took their time today to give us a history and update on a valuable Birding and ecological preservation project for the Six Sloughs of Watsonville. This group has concerned itself with protecting and restoring the areas natural ecology and sharing their extensive knowledge with guided Trail tours. Headquartered at WHS they provide volunteers and experts to protect the wild lands of our valuable sloughs. We appreciate the dedicated work of your 400 members, contributers and Docents. |
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Today we got an update on our Local CHP. A twenty year veteran, Officer Valdez related stories from his field service, Speed traps, statistics on Crime and Profiling. We appreciate his humor and insights. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we met two volunteers from the United Way 211 Program, Robert Halbauer and Tad Sterling. 211 is a new telephone information program to help offset pressure on 911. Real time people will answer any inquiry about a myriad of services from Home care to Support advocates. Thanks Fellas. |
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Great dinner, Great time. Great friends and Rotary Fellowship with Great Music. Thanks Kristin! |
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Today we got the low down on the much controversial railway purchase proposed by Santa Cruz County. A 32 mile rail line from Watsonville to Davenport is available. So is 12 million$ in Bond money that would purchase the line with its 32 bridges, potential walking bike trails and associated acerage. Should we buy it or is it an imprudent waste of money? Much misinformation has been discussed locally ad nauseum. Ellen , our Honorary Member at CAP Rotary, seems to agree the purchase should be made by June. We appreciate the information with the favorable and un discussed. We thank Ellen for a timely update on this polititical hot potato.. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Mr. Laird spoke to us concerning the budgetary quandry in Sacramento and his view on several state propositions. He addressed issues ranging from State water issues to Commercial fishing to the AG lobby in Sacramento to Gerrymandering. We all learned alot from Mr. Laird and appreciated his taking time to address our club. Thanks for agreeing to come back next year John we will hold you to it. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
This weekend we had the honor of hosting 5 members of the Brazilian team to our club and homes. They were History/ English ESL teachers, A media exec, a Parks Ranger and a health care Manager. Our team took immediate care of our wards at fridays SC Main Luncheon and hosted them to The World Famous Mystery Spot, The Long Marine Labs at UCSC, the Surf Museum at Steamers lane, Redwoods at Cowell Park, dinner at Palapas, and later some local Nightlife. Both they and all we who participated had a learning and wonderful experience. We want to thank all the Local generous Rotarians from Santa Cruz/ Sunrise for every assistance in providing our visitors a wonderful experience. For our new good bestest friends... It was the BIG FUN!!! |
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Today we hosted Congressman Sam Farr. Mr Farr gave a brief update concerning the Tri County economic area and it's surplus of Agricultural, Historical, Military, Oceanic and Academic resources. He then addressed the recent problems of passing legislation in a tempestuous Washington DC. Later he answered 10 provocative and timely written Questions. Thanks Mr. Farr. And thanks for agreeing to come back next year. |
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Today Robert Nelson presented information on the Military contributions made by Santa Cruz residents from the Civil war to Afganistan. Over 460 Vets, , including two women, have made the ultimate sacrifice for America. Mr Nelson has written a book about these veterans and is working on a Public Memorial for Veterans Day.. Thanks Rob. |
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Red badge presented to Eric Lamascus, General Building Contractor, CEO of Elite Construction services. Welcome to Capitola/Aptos Rotary Eric! |
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Today we got a presentation on Coastal Climate Change, Sea level rise and Coastal retreat..... At issue is not the fact of historical repetitive coastal ocean level change and erosion of the California Coastline. The proven Geologic maps clearly indicate sea level Increase and decrease in level over hundreds of decades. What it holds for those of us on the coast is not in question. The Cause for these changes, global warming and the effect of increasing Co2 is still up to speculation and debate. Thanks Dr. Griggs for a World Class presentation. |
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Today we inducted a New blue badge member, Gary Gibbs, DO. Dr. Gibbs works with the County of Monterey Dept of Health and is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry/ Neurology. Congratulations Gary. |
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Today we got a twofer from Carlos Palacios, City Manager, and new Chief of Police Manny Solano. Mr. Palacios spoke of all of the great things happening in Watsonville, and noted some well-known national companies with corporate headquarters in Watsonville. He also discussed budgetary restraints and problems with the State adjoining funds earmarked for many other purposes while the Chief spoke about gang violence and what the City is doing to combat it. A great presentation for our Aptos Club. Thanks gentlemen. |
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Today we had another two fer. First we were presented a slide presentation on the Spring Second Harvest food drive. Food Collections this week and next. Second we had a in depth explanation of the Shelter Box Haiti program by Keith Henderson, IP President of Sunrise. Shelter box has deployed over 1100 Rotary shelter boxes to Haiti to date, three of which were from CAP Rotary. Thanks Keith! |
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The WheelChair Foundation. President Dave traveled over 2 hours from Danville Rotary to share his familial History of distributing Wheelchairs to the disabled worldwide... To date over 200,000 chairs have been provided to almost any country in the World. Dave brought a brief film from 2 weeks ago in Haiti where the Foundation distributed over 200 chairs and then stayed over to assist in medical aid and support for the quake victims.. A worthy project for Rotary. Thanks Dave. |
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Today Dr. Clint( A retired Dermatologist MD) gave us an update from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. As an experienced docent Clint has donated 16 years to the world famous Aquarium and gave us a slide presentation on upcoming events concerning Otters, Sea Horses, Pink Flamingoes and Great White Sharks! Thanks for sharing with us Clint we appreciate your contribution. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
This annual event at the Capitola Mall provided the platform for two of our Members to spread the message of Rotary, and the FOUR way Test, to the hundreds of Locals in Attendance. Club Thanks to Frank Horath and PPres. Scott Iredell.. |
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Today Rich Hamlin was inducted as Capitola Aptos Rotary's newest member. Rich's Red Badge was presented by President Karen, and sponsor Frank Horath presented Rich with his new Rotary Pin. Welcome to our club, Rich! |
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Today our guest was the Administrative and Research Director for the Monterey Bay Aquatic Research Institute, headquartered in Moss Landing. George shared his extensive knowledge of the wide ranging research projects being conducted for Carbon Dioxide and Marine Wild life habitat in the Monterey Sanctuary. Our Bay is the most researched Body of oceanic water on Earth and still only 5% of its area has been explored. At 11,000 feet in depth most of the Marine research is being conducted at below 1200 meters or out of the light zone. Thank you Dr. Matsumoto for one of our best presentations to our club this year. |
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Ellen Pirie gave us an update on the Trout Gulch- Aptos redevelopment project proposed to modernise the "Historic" Downtown Aptos area. The project has been in the planning stages for over 30 years and remains the subject of much local controversy and debate. New streets and additional housing are being proposed along with the relocation of the Apple barn facility. A timely and informative presentation from our own Honorary Rotarian Ellen Pirie. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Mr. Gallegos made a presentation on the 100 years of Boy Scouts. BSA is the largest youth serving organization in America. Mr Gallegos reminded us of the long standing support the Boy Scouts have received from Rotary and the close relationship between the two groups. In fact our own Past District Govornor John Fisher serves on the district BSA Bd of Directors! Thanks for speaking today Albert. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today, because of the Haiti crisis, we split the speakers between Shelterbox and The Sentinal. Shelterbox donations were collected for Haiti Relief, for which CAP collected enough for 3.5 Boxes! Congratulations Rotary!!! Our Primary speaker was Don Miller, Editor of the Santa Cruz Sentinal. Don described the economic travails of print media in an electronic age and described how consolidation of News paper publishers has rapidly diminished traditional diversity in the age of FREE online access. The future of print appears uncertain and we thank Don for his presentation to the CAP Rotary. |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace
Rotary is delivering Shelter Boxes to Haiti |
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Mr. Twisselman an Aptos local, today presented information on the Amgen Tour Bike Race. Matt is the Chairman of the Santa Cruz Leg of this Internationally recognized Tour d' California and told us that The Amgen is now the Biggest bicycle event in North America and the fourth largest in the World. They have raised $250,000 to stage this 8th leg of the race and described the logistics, financing and personnel required to stage such a huge event in May. We thank Mr. Twisselman and the Amgen for bringing such attention to Santa Cruz. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we got a presentation concerning Child Aids prevention from the Los Altos Rotary Aids project initiative. This project is centered in Liberia and targets Mother to child aids transmission prevention. 700,000 birth related Aids cases could be prevented by a $1 administration of preventative medicines. We thank the 4 Rotary members from Los Altos who took the time to make this information available to us. Many thanks for a worthy Project. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we were serenaded by the iconic Sam Nigh and his three melodius Elfin/helper Dew Wops. An excellant selection of Christmas tunes from Jingle Bells to Grandma got run over by a Reindeer. The Big Fun was had by all the singing members. Merry Christmas everyone! Thanks Sam. |
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Today we heard from the local founders of Get Gear, an organization to give athletic equipment, mainly soccer, to needy African teams. The needs and Logistics are enormous but this one family is dedicated to making a difference and asks that Rotary play a part. Good presentation for Get Gear! |
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Jim Richardson shared his career information on improving Public speaking with Humor. With 30 years experience honing the presentations of national Speakers and performers it is Jim's job to make the Audience laugh and be more receptive to any speaker, on any subject. Thanks Jim. |
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Today our speaker was a local volunteer Gina Libby. Gina is a UC Davis graduate who now works on behalf of the American Pain Foundation as a patient advocate. She spoke movingly of her own experience as a Scoliosis patient who endured a traumatic painful surgery to straighten her spine at 19. The surgery resulted in relentless neuropathic chronic spinal pain which has required extensive evaluation and treatment. Gina shared updated information concerning the epidemiology of pain Disability, pain treatment, the lack of Medical funding/understanding for Pain research and Addiction. Thank you Gina for a provocative and informative insight into the little understood world of chronic Pain management. |
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Today our speaker was the CEO of the Volunteer Center for the County of Santa Cruz. She has worked 23 years as a volunteer since graduating from UCSC in Political Science. Santa Cruz is building out a new 7000 SF , 5 million $ volunteer center in Mid County to consolidate many groups under one cost effective non leaking roof. Santa Cruz county ranks #7 in all the US for its contributions and volunteer services. Well Done Karen, and Thanks. |
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Today President Karen decided to Honor our clubs veterans. We had the opportunity to salute our comrades for their service to our country... We had WW2, Korean and Viet Nam vets from all services come up to be recognized. We are honored by the sacrifices they made on all of our behalf. |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
A group of very excited third graders at Valencia Elementary School received their very own dictionaries today as part of our annual distribution. See related News story on the right. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we heard an inspirational presentation from Sheila Barry. Sheila was the recipient of Rotary Foundation grants almost 30 years ago which allowed her to pursue her studies of language at the Sorbonne. After graduating she specialized in sign language for South American countries. She became a Rotarian in 1986 and has served in numerous positions since on both a local level with her home club in Cupertino and also nationally on a Presidential commission. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today Mr. Ron Duncan and Shelley Flock from Soquel Water came to speak. California uses 200 million Acre feet of water a year, 65,000 gallons Per person. Water is allocated 46 % to Environment, 43% to agriculture and 11% to Homes and businesses.California gets it's water 20% from ground sources 80% from Surface sources but those numbers are reversed for our local SC Water district. We must all continue to conserve. "Turn off a Light to save water!" Thanks Ron and Shelley! |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Today we heard Rebecca Connely, a local attorney, speak to us about issues of Constitutional law. She spoke on issues of Intellectual property rights and Trademark. Ms. Connely is a civil litigator working with a large local firm in Watsonville. |
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Today Mr John gallagher spoke to our club about the legalities of Organ Donation. Mr Gallagher , himself a Sunrise Rotarian, practices business Law at local Bosso Williams in Santa Cruz where he has practiced for 29 years. He told how he was deemed a compatible donor for his ailing sister and the travails of the surgery and it's sucessful outcome. He reported a tremendous need for donors and outlined how donation can be done thru the DMV or through legal documentation of an estate. Thank you John. A valuable example of true Service Above Self was presented today. |
| Posted by Rex Manson
Our sponsored Interactors came to visit today. We met the Club Officers and the Aptos HS Principle, new on the job for only the last 2 years. We were updated as to the spartan budget and many programs being fiscally curtailed at Aptos HS which is continuing in these challenging times, to graduate highly successful motivated College bound students with excellant performance on National Exams. We are very proud of our Interactors! |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace
The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month |
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Information regarding what is needed in Apia, Samoa: |
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Our own Club Rotarian Frank Horath spoke on Thursday Oct 1 concerning"Social Networking". Topics included Facebook, Twitter and business and personel networking applications of these new age phenomena. Great Job Frank! |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
Claudia, a columnist with the Santa Cruz Sentinel, spoke to our club about the importance of journaling, "writing down your story". Claudia's a dynamic speaker, and her topic was well received by the entire membership. |
| Posted by Sandra Wallace
On Saturday, September 19, Capitola Rotary Club was part of a national effort to clean up our beaches. |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
District Governor Loren Harper visited our Club and spoke about Rotary and its Humanitarian mission around the world. He also spoke to the Rotary theme "The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands", and his personal theme "One Child at a Time" |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
Professor Flegal spoke to the club about worldwide lead contamination |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
Members of the Club who traveled to Fiji in April for an international service project with Rotary clubs from New Zealand and Fiji presented a slide show on the work performed at Vuna Village school. |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
Humorist and author of "Dancing in my Nightgown" |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
Dr. McNamara spoke to our Club about medical ethics |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
A total of $14,000 was granted to several community organizations at our annual awards ceremony. |
| Posted by Karen Semingson
Another successful July 4th celebration! |
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Capitola Aptos Rotary knows how to work, raise money and - the first rule of Rotary - HAVE FUN!
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| Posted by Sandra Wallace
Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) is a program that offers an opportunity for local high school students to spend five days together in the beautiful setting of redwoods near Boulder Creek.
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