President Elect, Jennifer, is shown delivering San Juan Rotary’s donations to Casa Julia.
On hand to receive our donations were Lizbeth Vivas from the institute and Ines Vivas, wife of our District Governor Jesus Vivas. Thanks go to Treasurer Luis Ramirez who photographed the event.
Past President Juanita Morris gave an overview of the Saturday, March 19, Rotary Leadership Institute which will be held at Robinson School in the Condado. The activity is divided into three parts and includes course materials, breakfast and lunch. Cost to attend is $95 per session. Registration cut-off is February 29 so please register early. Tel: (787) 999-4604 or see Juanita at the meetings.
Recognizing our Rotaract Club saw Inter-Metro Club President, Daymara Serrano, accompanied by Dean of Students, Carmen Oquendo of InterAmerican University, tell of the many projects undertaken by this Rotary International College organization. “Enriching the World” was the theme of the presentation. Beach cleanup, aiding the American Cancer Society, our Thanksgiving Event, Leadership Week and Information Distribution at Centro Medico, are just a few of the many activities of this enthusiastic organization of 35 young people. President Ray and Past President & InterAmerican University Trustee, Enrique Sigas, were there to add their thanks for work well done.
Our once-a-month get acquainted speaker was our Past President (2007-08) Dr. Norman Maldonado, After UPR School of Medicine & residency in Internal Medicine & Hematology, Norman served in the US Army in Germany. Returning to Puerto Rico, he began his career in public health service. In 1994, Norman was nominated as President of the University of Puerto Rico, a position he held to 2001. San Juan Rotary celebrated its 90th anniversary during his year as president. As he said in his inaugural speech, he was very proud to preside over one of the most distinguished organizations in Puerto Rico where dedicated businessmen and women, professionals from all disciplines and all nationalities felt it was the right vehicle to serve our community and join in the efforts to help others all over the world.
The Women’s Auxiliary of THE SALVATION ARMY is holding its major fundraising activity on Wednesday, March 9 in the Intercontinental Hotel in Isla Verde.
Reception & Silent Auction at 10:30 AM; Luncheon & Fashion Show at 12:00 PM. Please reserve your space by calling Brenda Rodriguez at 787-999-7000 Ext. 69028. Donation of $125.00.