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Book will be donated to the Jefferson Library CLUB MEETING May 9, 2013 Today's meeting had an interesting speaker, Stephen Dantzig, an author, psychologist and photographer. He wrote the book, "Get Up, Your Bus is Here" living his life with Cerebral Palsy: Trials, Tribulations and Triumphs.
Jusith Clark and Beth CLUB MEETING May 2, 2013 Another great meeting. Judith Clark spoke about Hawaii Youth Services. We welcomed many members back from illness, vacation, and busy schedules- Harry, Samir and Constance.
HRYF Presentation @ Punahou HRYF Scholar from Hnl Sunset Apr 30, 2013 Pres Beth and Jim presented the HRYF $5000 Scholarship Certificate to Chloe at Punahou School
Beth hols the book that was signed and will be donated to the Jefferson Library Club Meeting Apr 25, 2013 Scotty, from Blue Grass Hawaii, spoke about the various musicians who play Blue Grass music in Hawaii. We learned about how it started & similarities with Hawaiian music.
Honolulu Sunset Members join as GSE Hosts GSE TEAMS Get-Together Apr 22, 2013 The GSE Team form Poland arrived on 4/21 while the GSE Team from Hawaii left for Poland on April 27th. Both Teams were hosted at the Darceys for a nice welcome party
Karen O'Neill- speaker shows book to be donated to Jefferson Library Club Meeting Apr 18, 2013 "Getting Your Affairs in Order" was Karen O' Neill's talk to our club members. We welcomed Michelle, our GSE outbound representative who will be leaving for Poland 4/27. HOBANS received their PH +5. The great ambience and fellowship with an informative talk made it a great meeting. And we have "Fish and Chips" back in the menu!
RCHS welcomes EClub of Hawaii E Club Charter Party Apr 17, 2013 Tbe RCHS chartered the first EClub for D5000- Rotary E Club of Hawaii and celebrated at the BambuTu Cafe and Martini Lounge. President Russ Sumida celebrated with the RCHS and other D5000 clubs.
Chef & Terry (owner) talks about the wine and food industry business, especially HASR Vocational Visit to HASR Bistro Apr 11, 2013 HASR Bistro owner Terry Kakazu and Chef Rodney spoke to our members about how the business got started, about the wine business while we enjoyed fine cuisine at HASR Bistro. All enjoyed the fellowship with each other while learning about the restaurant and wine business.
New Member, Il Kim, receives his first Paul Harris Club Meeting Apr 4, 2013 Today's meeting was another fun and informational one, learning about renewable energy, photovoltaic from Martin McDonough, HECO Speaker. Paul Harris awards and b'day celebs added to the fun!
Nomi and Jurcsak Families smile for Paul, who is celebrating his birthday-- taking all the pictures! Club Meeting/Social Mar 28, 2013 Our meeting was a Barbecue and Ice Cream Social at the WYC, plus trivia games led by Jane. Mahalo to onolicious ice-cream from Bubbies Ice Cream- courtesy of Win and da Queen of Games, Jane. Mahalo to Birthday Boy, Paul, who was the photographer for the night!
A pinning ceremony by Pres Beth as sponsor to our newest member, Nate Miyake Club Meeting Mar 21, 2013 Many visitors from Canada and Frydek-Mistek/Czech Republic Rotarians enjoyed their visit to our club. Joshua Atwood from DLNR spoke on" Endangered Species." Nate Miyake was inducted as our newest member
Sitting- Win, Erika, Jerry Standing- Dan, Harry, Betsy, Matt, Jena, Beth, Jim, Paul and Darrell Jefferson Elementary Garden Make-Over Project Mar 16, 2013 SUNSETTERS toiled the soil, cleaned the weeds and built planters for the Jefferson Garden-- all for the students, especially the Environmental Class of Ms. Jena.
Mike Richards shares his passion for helping kids learn science in a fun, educational environment-- camping! Club Meeting Mar 14, 2013 Mike Richards, Science Clubs of America, spoke about the fun & educational way of learning science out of the classroom-- great for high school kids.
Suzanne Sjold, Speaker from Hawaii Literacy, shows book that will be donated by our club to Jefferson Library March 7 Meeting Mar 7, 2013 Hawaii Literacy Speaker, Suzanne, kicks off Rotary's Theme "Literacy" this month with her inspiring sucess stories. Our club donates signed books to Jefferson Library
Our speaker, Bridgette, taking a moment to sign a dedicated book for Jefferson Elementary Library CLUB MEETING Feb 28, 2013 Bridgette McKale was our speaker. She is the VP of Operations and Chief Nurse for Pali Momi Medical Center.We learned about the excellent
This is why I joined Rotary-- I was introduced to Rotary by Past RI Pres DK Kim. CLUB MEETING Feb 21, 2013 Another eventful meeting with Author, Executive, David Heenan, HRYF recipient, Chloe and Induction of IL Kim
Major Sponsor, Mikel- thanks to PP Paul MARDI GRAS @ the PLAZA CLUB Feb 9, 2013 Our fundraiser was a BIG Success and lots of fun
Guest speaker UHbaseball coach Mike Trapasso gave an interesting talk about coaching young adults & life CLUB MEETING Feb 7, 2013 MIKE TRAPASSO, UH COACH WAS GUEST SPEAKER
PP Samir with Visiting Rotarians from Canada Club Meeting Jan 31, 2013 Jerry Clay from the US Justice System was our speaker. He spoke about the value of Mediation. We welcomed several visitors from outside D5000. Thank you to our Ambassadors.
Last Day-- Lynn (SAA from Colorado), Beth, Oliver (Pres of Taipei Rotaract) and Liz PEACE FORUM Jan 26, 2013 Some of our members attended the Peace Forum held at the Convention Center. 2 UH Rotaracts were supported by our club
Foundation Chair Rich with RI Foundation and Past RI Ores Wilf. Club Meeting Jan 24, 2013 Our meeting this week was honored to have RI Foundation and Past RI Pres Wilf Wilkinson visit our club. Here he is with Foundation Director, Rich
Mardi Gras Masks! CLUB ASSEMBLY Jan 17, 2013 Mardi Gras was the theme-- all you wanted to know about our fun-raiser!
Jan. 12, 2013 Rotary Rice Rally! Jan 12, 2013 The Rotary Club of Honolulu Sunset had a lot of fun interacting with our community at the Pali Safeway and asking for donations of rice for the Hawaii Food Bank.
Jan is honored to received her Paul Harris + 5 award from Rich. Club Meeting Jan 10, 2013 Jan receiving her Paul Harris +5 Award
Marines came to pick up toys for Toys for Tots December 20 Christmas Party Dec 20, 2012 December Meeting at the WYC was a celebration of our club anniversary and Christmas Party. Members brought gifts for Toys for Tots besides a fun exchange gift
Speaker Mike Wilson signs book to be donated to Jefferson Library Club Meeting Dec 6, 2012 Legacy of Trees Speaker, Mike Wilson, signed a book that our club donates to Jefferson Library
Dan is a great Rotarian! Jerry Chang Awards Nov 27, 2012 The Jerry Chang Peacemaker Award is presented annually to commemorate Jerry Chang’s passion for peace. The award will be given to a Rotary Club District 5000 committee, group, or member who exhibits modesty, compassion, and persistence in providing leadership in the area of peacemaking to our island community or the world at large. ‘Peacemaking’ may include a wide field of work including humanitarian work and involvement in peace movements or advocacy of human rights, and mediation of conflicts.
Sam, Jerry, Sharon, Elle and Darrell enjoy fellowship before the Vocational Talk Vocational Visit @ Elle's Work Nov 15, 2012 Elle hosted a vocational visit @ Coldwell Bankers followed by a social at Cafe Sistina
Hans with Family and Friemds NOVEMBER SOCIAL Nov 10, 2012 Social at Bediones' home to welcome Kolbs
Roy Amemiya from Olelo Club Meeting Nov 8, 2012 Roy Amemiya from OLELO was our speaker that evening. We also recognized mentors from the community for Vocational Service
Lynn, after her installation by DGE PHil, gives a short talk Club Meeting Nov 1, 2012 Welcome New Member, Lynn Finnegan
They all read the memo-- costumes or else.... Halloween Social Oct 27, 2012 Halloween was celebrated by our members but the party had to end early because of the tsunami warning.
Breast Cancer Month- we recognized PP Rita Club Meeting Oct 25, 2012 Our club recognized Breast Cancer Survivor, Rita, as we celebrate Breast Cancer Month
Roy from the Hawaii Bone Marrow Registry Club Meeting Oct 18, 2012 Speaker from Hawaii Bone Marrow Registry
Club Meeting Oct 11, 2012 The Outbound GSE TEAM that went to the Philippines were our speakers
Pres Beth, Betsy, Harry, Cari, Teacher and Michelle (Volunteer & Beth's daughter) Dictionary Project Oct 9, 2012 Club Members distributed dictionaries to 3 schools. On this day, Noelani Elementary students enjoyed learning about the 4 way test
President Beth Hoban with our guest speaker Sandra Ohara from the human resources firm Adecco. Club Meeting Oct 4, 2012 Sandra Ohara was our vocational speaker on October 4. She talked about her career with Adecco, a human resources firm as well as the importance of becoming involved and active when you join an organization, like Rotary.
Betsy, Cari, Puuhale Principal Miki St. Laurent, Harry and Beth Sunsetters Delivered Backpacks to Puuhale School Sep 28, 2012 Miki St Laurent, Principal at the school, showed gratitude to Sunsetters for the backpacks and school supplies
Guest Speaker Dr. Fred Perlack of Monsanto Club Meeting Sep 27, 2012 Guest Speaker Dr. Fred Perlack of Monsanto spoke about and answered many questions regarding genetically modified crops.
Guest speaker Jessica LeBoeuf from Cirque Du Soleil gave an extensive overview of the company behind these fantastic productions, one of which opens Oct 4th in Honolulu, entitled Club Meeting Sep 20, 2012 Guest speaker Jessica LeBoeuf, from Cirque Du Soleil, provided a unique insight into the inner workings of this famous entertainment company.
PDG Hal Darcey was our guest speaker this evening and presented an overview of the accomplishments that we helped to fund in Cebu, Philippines, for the St. Mary's Orphanage. Club Meeting Sep 13, 2012 PDG Hal Darcey was our guest speaker this evening and reviewed the work of many District 5000 Rotarians for the St Mary's orphanage in Cebu, P.I.
Astronomer Dr. Robert Jedicke gave a very interesting explanation of Earth's mini moons - actually natural satelites - and their irregular orbits around the Earth. Club Meeting Sep 6, 2012 Guest speaker, Dr. Robert Jedicke from the UH Institute For Astronomy, informs our members of Earth's many mini moons.
Another view looking back into downtown Honolulu. Club Meeting Aug 30, 2012 The view from our dining tables at our weekly meetings. Doesn't get any better than this!
Jenna with PE Jan Reischel after signing our donation book for the Jefferson Elementary school. Club Meeting Aug 23, 2012 PE Jan Reischel, pictured here with guest speaker Jenna Ishii from the Polynesian Voyaging Society. Jan runs the meetings for a few weeks during President Beth Hoban's absence.
DG Chet Dal Santo was our guest speaker for the evening, urging us to revive networking amongst Rotarians. Club Meeting Aug 16, 2012 Our annual visit from the District Governor, Chet Dal Santo, who was our featured speaker this evening. He also attended our Board meeting.
Pres Beth presents a Certificate of Completion to New Gen Exchange student Marina Mina for her 6 week business internship here from Egypt. Club Meeting Aug 9, 2012 We say goodbye to Marina Mina, New Generations Exchange student from Egypt as she leaves this week for her home country.
Former US Congressman, City Councilman, and Afganistan veteran Charles Djou spoke principally about the details of our continuing war in Afganistan. Club Meeting Aug 2, 2012 Former US Congressman Charles Djou joins us this evening as our guest speaker.
There were bags and bags of toileteries for the residents at IHS IHS Community Project Jul 30, 2012 RCHS Members brought toiletries collected from our members to IHS. This is an ongoing project.
Vocational Service Director Matt Sutton with Doug Kam-Young, Jerry Taniyama, and PADG Liz Kane work on project ideas for vocational service. Club Meeting Jul 26, 2012 Our Club Assembly this week sparked some lively conversation along with a wealth of ideas for our current year projects.
Members gathered for brainstorming & visioning VISIONING Day at Jan Reischel's HI Loa Club House Jul 21, 2012 Members gathered on Sat morning to discuss some visioning ideas to prepare for a Strategiv Plan for our club
Guest speaker Mark Mix enthusiastically explains his role as President of the National Right To Work Foundation during his first Hawaii visit, all the way from the US East Coast. Club Meeting Jul 19, 2012 Guest speaker Mark Mix enthusiastically explains his role as President of the National Right To Work Foundation.
Fellow Rotarian and group leader Peter Luongo announces the next song to be performed by The Langley Ukulele Ensemble. Club Meeting Jul 12, 2012 Fellow Rotarian Peter Luongo and the Langley Ukulele Ensemble from Langley, British Columbia, Canada perform during their 14th annual visit to Hawaii and our club.
Treasurer Jim Hoban, PP Rita Cassella, Lei Darcey, and PDG Hal Darcey were among the members & visitors that attended this week's meeting at Rich Zegar's home, and provided a colorful picture in the process. Club Meeting Jul 4, 2012 Fourth of July fellowship, food, fun, and fireworks was enjoyed by all who attended this week's meeting held at Rich Zegar's home.
Presidential smiles - incoming and outgoing. Beth with an eye to the future, and Paul reflecting on a year of fond memories. Congratulations again...to BOTH of you. Installation Dinner Jun 28, 2012 Our annual Installation of incoming Board members and awards presentations for individual members, featuring President Paul Jurcsak and PE Beth Hoban.
President Paul Jurcsak and our guest speaker, Dr Aurelio Solver Agcaoili, take a moment to sign a book that we will donate in his name to our adopted Jefferson Elementary school. Club Meeting Jun 21, 2012 A very interesting guest speaker, Dr Aurelio Agcaoili explained the University of Hawaii Ilokano program that he oversees.
Denny McDonough, President of Attitude & Re-sponse Management Systems, coaches us on how to be better leaders. Club Meeting Jun 14, 2012 Denny McDonough joins Honolulu Sunset Rotary to teach about leadership.
Dianne Ward and Prez Paul with our guest speaker Rick Blangiardi as he signs a book to be donated in his honor to our adopted Jefferson Elementary school. Club Meeting Jun 7, 2012 Rick Blangiardi, GM of Hawaii News Now, joins us as a guest speaker at Honolulu Sunset Rotary.
PDG Ayman follows that up with the help of Foundation Director Rich Zegar as they both congratulate PP Samir El-Swaify by presenting him with a Major Donor pin and crystal award. Club Meeting May 31, 2012 PP Samir El-Swaify receives an award and Major Donor status for his contributions to the Rotary Foundation.
Guest speaker Dr. Granger Wong gave a very comprehensive presentation on his work with Rotaplast and how it has helped so many born with cleft lips and/or cleft palates. Club Meeting May 24, 2012 A regular visitor to Hawaii, Dr Granger Wong, plastic surgeon and Rotaplast volunteer joins us as our guest speaker at the Waikiki Yacht Club.
And to complete his induction, Prez Paul hands David his new member kit and Sunset Club Rotary badge. Club Meeting May 17, 2012 The club just keeps on getting stronger. Another new member joins us tonight!
ALL club members are asked to stand in honor of our newest members as they are applauded for their decision and committment. Club Meeting May 10, 2012 Club Assembly in preparation for our annual Fundraiser, including the opportunity to induct TWO new members tonight!
Our speaker for the evening was Arkie Koehl, a representative of the organization Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and gave an enlightening presentation of advances in prevention. Club Meeting May 3, 2012 We all got MADD after hearing from our guest speaker this evening!
Big Island Mayor Billy Kenoi gave a very interesting presentation on alternative energy sources available to us here in the Islands and how we need to further develop those existing resources. Club Meeting Apr 26, 2012 Big Island Mayor Billy Kenoi is our guest speaker for the evening on how we need to develop alternative energy sources.
A gathering of the club's Paul Harris Fellows in honor of Rotary Founder Paul Harris' birthday born on April 19, 1868. Club Meeting Apr 19, 2012 A raucous gathering of members & guests presenting the values of Rotary Membership and Community Service.
Our guest speaker for the evening, Dr. Barbara McLain presents a new video learning program through the U of H - Manoa about Club Meeting Apr 12, 2012 We learned a lot about the UH Aquaculture program this evening from guest speaker Dr. Barbara McLain.
Prez Paul beams like a proud new papa as new member Cari holds her new member kit AND her father, Paul Belczak. Club Meeting Apr 5, 2012 New member Cari Belczak joins the Rotary Club of Honolulu Sunset.
Speaker Sue Cowing tells of her first book, the time spent in getting it published, and her volunteer work with the non-profit organization Childrens Literature Hawaii. Club Meeting Mar 29, 2012 Author Sue Cowing was our featured speaker this evening during Rotary Literacy Month. She is also a member of the non-profit organization Children's Literature Hawaii.
Guest speaker Franklin Allaire, Kalani High School science teacher, tells us about the Hawaii State Science Olympiad (HSSO). Club Meeting Mar 22, 2012 Tonight we learned quite a bit about the Hawaii State Science Olympiad from guest speaker Franklin Allaire.
This is Club Meeting Mar 15, 2012 The students were the teachers at this evening's meeting as we learned about Robotics in Hawaii.
Visiting Rotarian Stan Baggett from the Rotary Club of Coto de Caza in Rancho Santa Margarita CA exchanges club banners with President Paul. Club Meeting Mar 8, 2012 Maybe it's our GREAT meeting location, but we sure do enjoy the many visiting Rotarians drawn to our club. GREAT fellowship to be found here also!
Past President Chuck Harris took the helm again in Pres Paul Jurcsak's absence. Pual was away on business in Guam. Club Meeting Mar 1, 2012 Past President Chuck Harris kept things rolling this week while President Paul Jurcsak was in Guam.
We assembled all of the UH Rotaractors under our club banner at the end of the meeting. Mahalo to all of you for coming and brightening our evening. We hope you will come again. Club Meeting Feb 23, 2012 A combined gathering of our members and our UH Rotaractors on the Anniversary of Rotary, founded this date 107 years ago!
Prez Paul has guest speaker Lara Reynolds sign a book that we'll donate in her name to Jefferson Elementary. Club Meeting Feb 16, 2012 Along with another evening of fellowship, we learned about Invasive Species of plants and animals on Oahu.
The gym at Palolo Valley District Park as seen from the upper parking lot. Palolo Clean-up Feb 11, 2012 A combined effort of our club members working with Hawaiian Isles Tennis, Costco, and the State of Hawaii Parks & Recreation at the Palolo Valley District Park Gym & Tennis Courts.
Ambassador scholars Lolita Sasangko and Yuko Kuramochi arrive with their host family PDG Claude Thompson and PP Leila Thompson. Club Meeting Feb 9, 2012 A wonderful local meeting with a truely international flavor.
Dr. Wong qualifies Prez Paul as a medical assistant as he demonstrates the cramped and squalid conditions in which he has to operate during his team's missions to the Philippines. Club Meeting Feb 2, 2012 President Paul Jurcsak does some role playing with featured guest speaker Dr. Bradley Wong of the Aloha Medical Mission.
President Paul Jurcsak visits with PDG Hal Darcey and wife Lei Darcey who have brought recently named GSE team member Wesley Wong, giving us the Club Meeting Jan 26, 2012 Past District Governor Hal Darcey from Honolulu Metro Club brings guest Wesley Wong, our new GSE Team member.
President Paul Jurcsak completes the induction of our newest member Club Meeting Jan 19, 2012 The Honolulu Sunset ohana welcomes it's newest member, Samantha "Sam" Kasnetz.
Presidents Paul Jurcsak, Ayman El-Dakhakhni, Win Schoneman, Gloria Lao, Harry Kubota, Liz Kane, Samir El-Swaify, John Meyer, and Chuck Harris. Club Anniversary Meeting Dec 15, 2011 Yes...it's been 16 years since we first received our Club Charter, and we celebrated with another GREAT meeting.
Lucky we have such a beautiful view from our meeting venue at the Waikiki Yacht Club. Haven't been here for a while? Come join us for dinner, Thursday evenings. Club Meeting Dec 8, 2011 Honorable guests, former Hi State Lt Gov Duke Aiona as our guest speaker, and two former Pearl Harbor survivors, Walter Borucki and Tom Child were all in attendance this evening.
Guest speaker Arlene Kihara tells our members of her involvement with Junior Achievement Hawaii. Club Meeting Dec 1, 2011 Back to our regular Thursday schedule, after taking a Thanksgiving break, with guest speaker Arlene Kihara.
PE Beth Hoban talks about the upcoming fundraiser. She is Chairperson of the event and has already started the organizing. Club Assembly Nov 17, 2011 Offsite meeting today for a club assembly to plan for our upcoming JAZZ Under The Stars fundraiser in May 2012.
Then, representatives of the RFE delegation from Sweden exchange several banners with Sunset President Paul Jurcsak. Club Meeting Nov 3, 2011 A plethora of guests this evening including a delegation of 12 Rotarians from Sweden in a Rotary Fellowship Exchange group.
Members dressed in pink assemble for a group photo on Breast Cancer Awareness night in recognition of the fight against the disease that has touched us all in one way or another. Club Meeting Oct 27, 2011 Club members show their support for October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month by displaying PINK this evening.
Guest Speaker John Clark III presents a motivational talk about Positive Information Exchange, making a positive out of sometimes negative situations. Club Meeting Oct 20, 2011 Accept...Adapt...Achieve says guest speaker John Clark III, and think POSITIVE.
Our speaker this evening was Russ Boyer, a Rotarian himself and Past President, who spoke to us about membership recruiting. Club Meeting Oct 13, 2011 Membership recruitment. How and why does one become a Rotarian?
Speaker Randy Rarick tells tales of his surfing days, including avoiding sharks. He still directs the Triple Crown of surfing here in Hawaii and manages a $650,000 auction of surfing memorabilia. Club Meeting Oct 6, 2011 Guest speaker and surfing legend Randy Rarick is introduced with the 1960's tune "Wipeout" playing in the background.
Guest speaker Amanda Soni gave a very thorough overview of the importance of balanced nutrition. Club Meeting Sep 29, 2011 Guest speaker Amanda Soni, nutritionist, helps us understand the value of keeping our food intake in balance.
Guest speaker Ken DeHoff, Executive Director of the Pacific Aviation Museum fills us in on what the museum has to offer. Club Meeting Sep 22, 2011 Featured speaker this evening was Ken DeHoff, Executive Director of the Pacific Aviation Museum.
President Paul welcomes our speaker for the evening, Annabel Chotzen. Club Meeting Sep 15, 2011 Featured presenter, Annabel Chotzen - award winning motivational speaker and corporate trainer.
President Paul performs the induction ceremony for our two newest members, Nancy Manley and Dr. Daniel Murariu. Congratulations to both...and WELCOME! Club Meeting Sep 1, 2011 Two new members inducted this evening.
An occasional scratch under the chin and a doggie treat keeps Pepper happy during the presentation. Club Meeting Aug 25, 2011 "Service Above Self" can also refer to Hawaii Fi-Do's service dogs.
Joanna Amberger explains ideas put forth by the Fundraising team. Club Assembly Aug 18, 2011 Offsite meeting at Sam Snead's for our club assembly
Guest Speaker Anton Krucky details the amazing process of Tissue Genesis, what it is capable of today, and what it holds in store for us in the future. Club Meeting Aug 11, 2011 Guest Speaker Anton Krucky, co-founder, President, CEO, and Director of Tissue Genesis spoke on this astounding new medical process.
PP Samir El-Swaify seated with returning New Zealand Rotarians John & Helen Wright, PP Win Schonneman, and new member Phil Valenti. Club Meeting Aug 4, 2011 TEN guests this evening help make for a very lively meeting along with special recognitions amid our regular activities.
DG Laurie gives us her view of the ideals of Rotary and what it takes to build and maintain a strong club. Club Meeting Jul 28, 2011 A REALLY busy night as the BOD meeting preceeds a regular meeting in which DG Laurie Yoshida is guest speaker and many awards are presented.
A great meeting and performance that was enjoyed by all members and guests at the D&B venue. Club Meeting Jul 21, 2011 Special meeting venue today, at Dave & Busters, for a performance by the Langley Ukulele Ensemble.
Our intrepid check-in team of Beth Hoban & Lei Darcey discuss the evening's arrangements with Greeter Rita Cassella. Club Meeting Jul 14, 2011 Another beautiful day at the Waikiki Yacht Club for our regularly scheduled Thursday evening meeting.
The NEW guard - the two Amigas at the front desk - Lei Darcey and Beth Hoban. Club Meeting Jul 7, 2011 First meeting of the new Rotary year is an exciting time for everyone in the club.
President Chuck Harris calls to order his final meeting as President. Club Meeting Jun 30, 2011 Our annual dinner for the installation of new Officers & Directors along with kudos and awards for the outgoing team.
Guest Speaker Jerry Argusa and Jane Ferreira Club Meeting Jun 16, 2011 Our Guest Speaker was Jerome Argusa who talked about the Tourist Industry in Hawaii.
Guest Speaker Ken Zeri spoke of maintaining a quality of life at the end of life. Club Meeting Jun 9, 2011 Ken Zeri from Hospice Hawaii spoke about preserving the quality of End of Life.
Health and fitness trainer Diane Cadinha and her client Joan. I am sure that Joan wouldn't mind us telling her age! 90! She is the picture of health. Joan said she didn't start exercising until she was 79! Club Meeting Jun 2, 2011 Health and Fitness Trainer Diane Cadinha was our Guest Speaker. She brought along her client 90 yr Joan to show us how to keep our muscles moving as we age.
President Chuck gave a status report on the club. Club Meeting May 26, 2011 President Chuck Harris shared a presentation on the status of the Club.
Guest Speaker, Bob Sigall Club Meeting May 19, 2011 Our Guest Speaker was Bob Sigall, author of The Companies We Keep. Thank you to Beth Hoban and Al Dixon for the photos!
Club Meeting May 12, 2011 Guest Speaker, Malia Zimmerman, is the president and editor of Hawaii Reporter, an independent, online news journal founded in February 2002 that covers business, government, politics and education in Hawaii and elsewhere.
Thank you to Johnny Sanchez and Dianne Ward for the FABULOUS decorations!! ANNUAL FUNDRAISER - Jazz Under the Stars May 7, 2011 Our Annual Fundraiser - Jazz Under the Stars - was a HUGE success thanks to the great efforts of PE Paul Jurcsak, his hard working committee, and our wonderful supportive members.
Robert Thomas, our guest speaker. Club Meeting May 5, 2011 Our Guest Speaker was Robert Thomas.
Our members prepared the members for Club Meeting Apr 28, 2011 Our guest speaker was Vicki Stoddard, who spoke to the members on the marketing of zen!
Guest speakers from the Hawaii Humane Society and President Chuck Harris. Club Meeting Apr 21, 2011 Our guest speakers were representatives from the Hawaii Humane Society. Their moving talk about the efforts to shut down puppy mills and to stop animal abuse touched our hearts.
Community Service -ALa Wai Elem. School Apr 16, 2011 Our UH Rotaractors helped at the Ala Wai Elementary School Fair.
Guest Speaker Linda Johnsrud Club Meeting Apr 14, 2011 Guest Speaker Linda Johnsrud
James Kerr Club Meeting Apr 7, 2011 Chief of the Geeks - James Kerr was our guest speaker.
Bibs on, wine and beer poured, they are ready to dig in to the delicious crab! Standing: Rita Cassella, PE Paul Jurcsak, Jim Hoban Seated: Ed Cassella (Honolulu Sunrise) and Beth Hoban CRABFEST 2011 Apr 2, 2011 Some of our Sunset Rotarians enjoyed a fabulous night of all the crab you would want to eat!!! It was the Rotary Club of Ala Moana's Annual Fundraiser. Don't miss this delicious fundraiser next year!
President Chuck Harris with guest speaker PDG Ayman El-Dakhakhni. Club Meeting Mar 31, 2011 Our Guest Speaker was our very own PDG Ayman El-Dakhakhni who spoke from a personal level about the situation in Egypt and the Middle East.
Our guest speaker, Mary Steiner, gave an interesting talk about The Outdoor and its origin. Club Meeting Mar 24, 2011 Our guest speaker was Mary Steiner of the Outdoor Circle.
Scott from Habilitat was a wonderfully inspirational speaker. Club Meeting Mar 17, 2011 We were inspired by two speakers from the Habilitat Recovery Program-Scott Darby and Randy Wirtenson. Habilitat is a non-profit organization located in Kaneohe, Hawaii, and is as one of the most successful substance abuse treatment programs in the world.
Our guest speaker - Jamie Story. Club Meeting Mar 10, 2011 Our Guest Speaker was Jamie Story, the President of the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii. Since her appointment as President, the Institute has initiated projects such as HawaiiVotes.org, and publications such as the Hawaii Pork Report and Hawaii Legislative Report Card.
Alicia Aragon and President Chuck Harris Club Meeting Mar 3, 2011 Our Guest Speaker tonight was Alicia Aragon from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Farewell to Charlie and Yoshie! You will be missed! Farewell Party for Charlie and Yoshie Weems Feb 26, 2011 A fond farewell to Charlie and Yoshie Weems was held at the home of Albert and Delores Bediones. Charlie and Yoshie will sorely be missed by our club, D5000, and Global RI. They have done so much in the way of service above self. They are at the heart of Rotary and its mission.
Our gallant men and women of Sunset Rotary served the homeless in the community: pictured: Liz Kane, Harold Murray, Anna Fishburn, Al Dixon, Mina Ganapathy, Paul Jurcsak and Joanna Amberger. Service Project - Feeding the Hungry Feb 25, 2011 Our Sunset Rotarians met at the Institute for Human Services to serve the evening meal to the hungry in the community. Mahalo to PE Paul and Al Dixon for the pics.
Guest Speaker Neil Tepper with his book. Club Meeting Feb 24, 2011 Our Guest Speaker, Neil Tepper, was a former creative director with The Coca-Cola Company, Universal Television and the 1996 Olympics. He’s also an author, TV producer, award-winning photographer and songwriter, and an executive coach. Neil’s new book, “ Prescriptions for Living A Creative Life,” helps readers solve the challenges we all face in our fast- paced, information-based world.
President Elect Paul Jurcsak hands out brand new dictionaries to the children at Hokulani Elementary School. Service Project - Distributing Dictionaries Feb 18, 2011 Several of our members helped PE Paul Jurcsak, PP John Meyer, and New Generations Director Richard Nettell distribute Dictionaries to the 3rd grade students at Hokulani and Jefferson Elementary Schools.
AL Dixon apprized us on ticket sales for our May 7 Fundraiser. Al, PE Paul Jurcsak, Treasurer Gloria Lao, District Secretary Jim Hoban. Club Meeting Feb 17, 2011 May 7 Fundraiser Tickets are on sale now. TIcket Sales Chairperson Al Dixon encouraged our members to buy more than the required 4 tickets!!! Mahalo to Beth Hoban for the photos.
Everyone had a fun time at this multi club event! Multi Club Fellowship Event Feb 12, 2011 Kung Hee Fat Choy! Nine District 5000 Rotary Clubs met in Fellowship to celebrate Chinese New Year at Hee Hing Chinese Restaurant. The food was delicious and the conversation was lively as Rotarians joined together for this fun event. Mahalo to Albert Bediones and Linda Coble for the photos.
Al Dixon, Fundraiser TIcket Sales Chairperson, created a great Club Meeting Feb 10, 2011 Come on Sunset Rotary Club! Let's watch those ticket sales RISE to action!! Get out and sell those tickets for our May 7 fundraiser!
Charlene Anaya of Kids First was our guest speaker. club meeting Feb 3, 2011 Charlene Anaya of the Kids First organization gave a very moving presentation about the needs of so many children here in HI.
Our Guest Speaker was Phil Bossert from the Schools of the Future Organization. Phil spoke about the needs of the 21st century child. Club Meeting Jan 27, 2011 We welcomed Guest Speaker Phil Bossert, Director of Schools of the Future. Dr. Bossert shared with us some needs of the 21st c. child. "We found that more important than standardized test scores or memorization of data were the habits of mind ...like creativity and imagination..."
From 8:30– 11: a.m., these volunteers did landscaping, general clean-up, repainted the parking lot, basketball court and other recreational areas. It was a great team effort partnering with faculty and students from the school, to bring smiles to students & faculty @ Central Middle School. Service Project - Central Middle School Jan 22, 2011 The Rotary Clubs of Honolulu Sunset & Downtown Honolulu participated in Central Middle School's Annual Beautification Day. Rotarians worked along with other community groups, as well as students and faculty of Central Middle School to focus on needed areas of the school campus.
Bud gave out free information booklets about mental health. Club Meeting Jan 20, 2011 Bud Bowles was our guest speaker. Bud is Executive Director, United Self-Help and also a Certified Psychosocial Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) and a Hawaii Certified Peer Specialist (HCPS).
Here's Beth and Jim Hoban with Wally Amos! Club Meeting Jan 13, 2011 Our Guest Speaker was Honorary Rotarian WALLY AMOS a.k.a. FAMOUS AMOS who shared his words of wisdom and love of reading.
Our Guest Speaker, John Clark, is an authority on Hawaii's beaches. His talk was very interesting! Club Meeting Jan 6, 2011 Our Guest SPeaker for the evening was author John Clark, an authority on Hawaii's Beaches. Thank you to Al Dixon for taking the photos.
Celebrating our club's 15th anniversary are Charter Members: Charlie Weems, Pat Vyas, Gloria Lao, and John Meyer. Christmas Party Dec 16, 2010 Our Christmas Party was also a celebration of the 15th anniversary of our club. It was held at the Waikiki Yacht Club. Many were in attendance and a wonderful time was held by all. Mahalo to Joanna Amberger for planning and hosting and to Beth Hoban for the great photos of the festivities.
Pam Chambers was the guest speaker. Club Meeting Dec 9, 2010 Our Guest Speaker was Motivation Speaker Pam Chambers who shared her story about originating the Winner's Circle here in Honolulu.
Spreading great holiday cheer! Service Project Dec 4, 2010 Twenty members of our club helped four families from the HUGS organization have a very Merry Christmas by taking them on a shopping spree to WalMart!
Drs. Yoshie and Charlie Weems, our Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar advisors, welcome Nicole Tsutahara. Club Meeting Dec 2, 2010 Our Guest Speaker was our Ambassadorial Scholar from New Zealand, Nicole Tsutahara. Many thanks to Beth Hoban for the photos!
Our Guest Speaker, PDG Hal Darcey, gave a presentation about adopting orphanages around the world. He shared the good news of his non-profit organization, eGlobal Family. Club Meeting Nov 18, 2010 Our Guest Speaker tonight was PDG Hal Darcey speaking about eGlobal Family, adopting an orphanage.
Our Guest Speaker Vivian Chau had an idea and put it into action --- collect fresh foods for the homeless! Club Meeting - VETERAN'S DAY Nov 11, 2010 President Chuck prepared a visual tribute to our veterans of the armed forces. Our guest speaker was Vivian Chau of GIFT - Give It Fresh Today - a program which supplements fresh foods to the canned food drives for the homeless. Tonight was the kick-off for our food drive for the Homeless Vets.
Deborah and Mo shared the story of their mission to get young adults off the streets and off of drugs. Club Meeting Nov 4, 2010 Our Guest Speakers were Deborah Spencer-Chun of the Adult Friends of Youth organization and Malakai (Mo) Maumalanga, M.S.W. Master Practitioner for Adult Friends for Youth.
Godspeed, dear Yoshie and Charlie! Malama Pono and A Hui Hou! We hope that you will always be better than a sharp stick in the eye! A farewell party for Charlie and Yoshie Weems Oct 30, 2010 Our October Social Event was a secretly planned Farewell Party for loyal Sunset Rotarians Drs. Yoshie and Charlie Weems. The dress of the event - of course! Cowboy outfits!
President Chuck takes a turn at the spatula! Bocce Tournament and Picnic at Foster Point Oct 24, 2010 A GREAT time was had by all who attended Sunday's picnic at Foster Point at Hickam AFB. This was a great fellowship event co-hosted by the Pau Hana Club with special guests The Wounded Warriors organization.
Youth Services Director Richard Nettell gave a presentation on the Youth of Rotary. Club Meeting Oct 21, 2010 Our Guest Speaker was our own Youth Services Director, Richard Nettell.
Joint meeting Oct 14, 2010 Tonight's meeting was a joint fellowship night with the Rotary Club of Downtown Honolulu and was held at the Gordon Biersch Restaurant at Aloha Tower Marketplace. Thank you to AL Dixon for the photos and captions.
Sandy Gaston and President Chuck Harris enjoyed a chance to eat dinner before the start of the meeting. Club Meeting Oct 7, 2010 President Chuck Harris and PE Paul Jurcsak led a Club Information Night. Thank you to AL Dixon for the photos and captions.
Guest Speaker Charles Memminger and Prez Chuck Club Meeting Sep 30, 2010 Our guest speaker tonight was Charles Memminger, author of "Waiter, There's An Umbrella in My Drink." Thank you to Al Dixon for taking the photos!
A BIG thank you goes out to our hosts for the evening, VIP Transportation owners PDG Ayman El=Dakhakhni and Ash Matar! Off Site Vocational Meeting Sep 23, 2010 Mahalo to Ash Matar and PDG Ayman El-Dakhakhni for hosting our off-site meeting at their VIP Transportation business location near the airport. Thank you to Club Service Director Joanna Amberger for organizing the great BBQ and food buffet and to Public Relations Director/Photographer/News Editor Beth Hoban for the photos!
Guest Speaker from the Pacific Business News. Club Meeting Sep 16, 2010 Our Guest speaker tonight was the editor of Pacific Business News, Kevin Bumgarner. Mahalo to Beth Hoban for the photos!
The Winners of the Roto-Olympics! Kauai - District Conference Sep 11, 2010 A Great TIme was had by ALL who attended the District 5000 Conference on Kauai. Please enjoy the photos taken by Beth Hoban.
GSE Team leader Amr, Our Host Sandy Gaston, Riham, Karim, and PP Samir. GSE TEAM from Egypt - Party at Sandy Gaston's hous Sep 4, 2010 Mahalo to Sunsetter Sandy Gaston for hosting the welcome reception for the GSE Team in his beautiful home. A great time was had by all -- there was great conversation, swimming fun, delicious food, and tours throughout Sandy's very interesting home and historical museum.
PDG Ayman asked the members: What are two reasons that a person doesn't join Rotary? Answer: He doesn't know about Rotary and he has never been asked! Club Meeting Sep 2, 2010 PDG Ayman El-Dakhakhni was the keynote speaker today. PDG Ayman gave a very enthusiastic and inspiring presentation about promoting membership in the club.
Our Public Relations Director Beth Hoban worked as a nurse on Dr. Brad Wong's medical mission team in 1988. Club Meeting Aug 26, 2010 Our Special Guest Speaker tonight was Dr. Brad Wong of Aloha Medical Mission.
Guest speaker Leslie Uptain with President Chuck Harris. Club Meeting Aug 19, 2010 Our guest speaker at tonight's meeting was Leslie Uptain who is the Director of Business Development for the Muscular Dystrophy Association's Hawaii Chapter
President Chuck Harris welcomed District Governor John Steelquist to our meeting. Club Meeting Aug 12, 2010 District Governor John Steelquist made his "official visit" to our club. It is always great to see DG John and First Lady Laura at our meetings!
Guest Speaker Paul Sibley inspired all with his story of beating cancer the long, hard way, through determination and endurance running. Club Meeting Aug 5, 2010 President Elect Paul Jurcsak did a wonderful job of leading the way tonight as he presided over a very inspirational meeting due to our inspirational speaker, Paul Sibley, President of Honolulu Sunrise. Paul shared his amazing story with our members.
District Secretary and Sunset Rotarian Jim Hoban talked with Chad, Jane, and Sean of New Horizons before the meeting. Club Meeting Jul 29, 2010 Tonight's meeting was a Vocational focus held at Jane Ferreira's place of business New Horizons Computer Learning Center.
President Chuck Harris, PP Harry Kubota, Betsy Kubota, PP Gloria Lao enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere of the Waikiki Yacht Club. Club Meeting Jul 22, 2010 Tonight was Club Assembly Night - this type of meeting gives each member ownership in our club by giving them a "voice" in the workings of the club. The topic tonight was "Should networking be permitted?" Vocational, International, and Community Directors of service opened discussions in a round table style forum, and asked our members for new ideas and input for service for our new 2010-2011 Rotary Year.
PDG Hal Darcey with two of the GSE team members gave a wonderful presentation on their experiences in Thailand. Club Meeting Jul 15, 2010 We had 3 very interesting and entertaining speakers tonight! PDG Hal Darcey and two members of the GSE team to Thailand shared their wonderful experiences with us.
AG Liz Kane presented the Literacy Award to PP John Meyer and PE Paul Jurcsak. Thank you to Jan Reischel for her hard work as Literacy Chairperson. Congratulations! 1st Runner Up Jul 10, 2010 Congratulations Sunset Rotarians for your hard work this year under the leadership of PP John Meyer. We achieved the honor of 1st Runner Up to the Club of the Year and won FIRST place in the Foundation Awards!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to SEAN! Dave & Buster's Night! Jul 8, 2010 Our Sunset Rotarians had a real treat tonight as we met at Dave & Buster's for a joint dinner meeting with the Rotary Clubs of Pau Hana and Diamond Head. The entertainment for the evening was the fabulous group of youngsters from Canada - The Langley Ukulele Ensemble led by Rotarian Peter Luongo.
Now here's a happy kitchen crew! Rich Zegar, Jan Reischel, Jane Ferreira, and Janet Harris! Let's Celebrate America!! Jul 4, 2010 Mahalo to Rich and Lee Zegar for inviting the members and their families to a 4th of July BBQ and Pot Luck dinner at their lovely Hawaii Kai home. The food was fabulous! The conversations were lively! And the fireworks were awesome! What a great evening this was! Many thanks to the Zegars!
Welcome to our new president, Chuck Harris! Thank you for your leadership, PP John Meyer! It was a job well-done! President Chuck Harris's Installation Banquet Jul 1, 2010 Congratulations to Outgoing President John Meyer for a wonderful Rotary year! Congratulations to Incoming President Chuck Harris!!!
KHON TV Anchor/Reporter Kirk Matthews and PDG Linda Coble pose with newly installed president Jason Ellard. Pau Hana Installation Banquet Jun 30, 2010 Congratulations to the Downtown Honolulu Pau Hana Club! Another successful year behind you. The Rotary Club of Honolulu Sunset is very proud to be your sponsoring club!
  Club Meeting Chief of the Geek Squad - James Kerr of Super Geeks!
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  Vocational Visit to HASR Bistro Our club members enjoyed a visit to HASR Bistro and Winery. Terry Kakazu, owner, and Chef Rodney took the time to explain about their background, wine info while we enjoyed special cuisine and our favorite beverage.
  Jerry Chang Awards The Jerry Chang Peacemaker Award is presented annually to commemorate Jerry Chang’s passion for peace. The award will be given to a Rotary Club District 5000 committee, group, or member who exhibits modesty, compassion, and persistence in providing leadership in the area of peacemaking to our island community or the world at large. ‘Peacemaking’ may include, but not limited to, a wide field of work including humanitarian work in peace movements, advocacy of human rights, and mediation of conflicts.
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