The Sunset Brief

Rotary Club of Honolulu Sunset | Weekly Newsletter

Date: September 16, 2026

Aloha Sunset Rotarians,

Tomorrow, Thursday, September 17th, we are back to our regular weekly meetings at the Waikiki Yacht Club! It has been a few weeks since we have all gathered together, and I truly hope to see a full room as we reconnect and share in fellowship.

We have an impactful program and a very special milestone lined up for our meeting:

•  Induction of New Member Dr. Michele Wang: We will officially induct our newest member into our club family! Dr. Wang is a psychiatrist trained at UCSD, UCSF, Mount Sinai, and Columbia with extensive global health experience. Please join me in giving her a warm Sunset Rotary welcome.

•  Guest Speaker from Hoʻōla Nā Pua: We are privileged to welcome Shelly Cramer, CEO of Hoʻōla Nā Pua, who will present on a powerful and critical topic facing our community.

•  Alzheimer’s Walk Update: We are delighted to welcome back our returning guest, Calvin Hara, who will speak to us about the upcoming Alzheimer’s Walk and how we can support the cause.

•  Sister Club Reflections: Several of our members have just returned from visiting our sister club, the Rotary Club of Fukuoka Josei, in Japan. We look forward to hearing their highlights and stories, which will surely make for wonderful fellowship and conversation.

There is always so much energy when we come together, and I look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow evening!

With Aloha,

Mike Kass

Rotary Club of Honolulu Sunset

President '26–'27

 The Weekly Horizon (Upcoming Meetings & Events)

Never miss a gathering. Here is what is coming up next on our calendar:

 Next Meeting: Tomorrow Evening

• Date & Time: Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM (Fellowship at 6:00 PM / 6:15 PM)

• Location: Waikiki Yacht Club (1599 Ala Moana Blvd)

• Program: Induction of Dr. Michele Wang; Shelly Cramer (CEO, Hoʻōla Nā Pua); Calvin Hara (Alzheimer's Walk); Fukuoka Sister Club Recap

•  Prepay for Your Meal: Click here to reserve your spot and prepay for your meal.

 Upcoming Service Project: The Pantry

• Date & Time: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

• Location: The Pantry (2522 Rose Street, Honolulu, HI)

• Details: Join us for our recurring volunteer shift to help provide essential food assistance to local families. Each time we go, we help serve hundreds of local families facing food insecurity.

• Action Required: Spaces are limited. Please RSVP directly to Mike Kass if you are able to attend and lend a helping hand!

 Celebration of Life: Rich & Lee Zegar

• Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM

• Location: Waikiki Yacht Club

• Details: Honoring the memory and lasting community contributions of longtime Rotarian Rich Zegar and Lee Zegar.

 Look Ahead: October 2026

• Thu, Oct 1: Weekly Meeting at WYC — Christine Ono, Principal of Jefferson Elementary ("Rotary and Jefferson")

• Thu, Oct 8: Weekly Meeting at WYC —  Our very own Club Member Aiesha Pradhan ("The Thailand Trip Presentation & Reception of the Thai Team")

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 Service in Action & Club Projects

 Upcoming Service Opportunity: JABSOM HOME Project & U.S. VETS Vaccine Drive

• Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Significance: Happening on World Polio Day!

• Details: There will be many opportunities to serve throughout the day as we support vital community outreach. This initiative highlights the ongoing critical need for Polio eradication and vaccinations, as well as why vaccines are so essential for public health and vulnerable populations.

• Contact to Volunteer: Please reach out to James Ham for more information and to volunteer your time.

 The Four-Way Test

Of the things we think, say, or do:

1. Is it the TRUTH?

2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?

3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?