"The oldest continuously operating club in the world south of the Tropic of Cancer"

Celebrating 107 Anniversary

We meet In Person & Online
Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
AFDA Club
2 Calle Cervantes
San Juan, PR 00907
United States of America
1st Tuesday: Lunch at AFDA 2nd Tuesday: Evening Social (location varies) 3rd Tuesday: Lunch at AFDA 4th Tuesday: Zoom Meeting (12:00 PM) For information: 214-215-1736
      

Dear Fellow Rotarians:

 

Last Tuesday we were invited to celebrate our social night at Atlantic University, located in Guaynabo, in what used to be the old City Hall (Alcaldia).  The facade has been protected, and inside, they have done a terrific job of converting the building into new classrooms, labs and other facilities for their approximately 1,200 students. It was founded in 1983, it is a private, non-profit institution which specializes in digital arts, media and technology, including programs in digital design and computer animation.

 

Its President, attorney Alexandra Barquin, was an excellent host for the evening, explaining all about the University.  She took us to one of the communications labs, with all the latest facilities for the students.  She explained how the students use creative technology and other endeavors to serve the community.  

 

They treated us to a delightful buffet, and all our members were very appreciative of their hospitality. Thanks also to Dr. Ramon Barquin, Alexandra's husband, who is a member of our Club but couldn't attend because he was in a commercial mission outside Puerto Rico. 

 

Hope to see you next week at AFDA, with our then guest, Professor Cox Alomar.

 

Take good care of yourselves.

 

Delia Colorado

Vice President

 

Club Meeting Update

Meeting Recap

Last Tuesday, our club met at AFDA. The gathering was informal, with no scheduled speaker or set program. We were pleased to welcome Sol and Carmen Bravman, former club members who now reside in Ohio. The conversation flowed naturally, centering around various topics relevant to our Club.

Rotary International Updates

Gerry provided a summary of current discussions within Rotary. He reminded us that this year's Rotary International Convention will be held in Taiwan. Due to global circumstances, next year's convention venue has been changed from Dubai to Barcelona, a location favored by many. Gerry noted that it will take several months before specific plans are finalized and registration opens.

District Assembly Announcement

Gerry also reminded us about the upcoming District Assembly (Asamblea Distrital), which is scheduled for May 2. The location will be announced at a later date. All club members are invited to attend this Assembly.

Next Week's Social Tuesday

At the time of writing, it is likely that next week's Social Tuesday will be held at noon, at a venue other than AFDA. Please check this E-Garita for a message from Juanita with all the details about the activity.

Take care of yourselves, and I look forward to seeing you next week!

Delia Colorado

 

🍀 Celebrate St. Patrick’s for a Cause 🍀

Join us on March 17 at Ocean Lab Brewing and raise a glass for education. 💚
This event supports our Student Scholarship Program, benefiting Fundación Estéfano and Hogar del Buen Pastor.

🎟️ Early Registration: $35 (through March 15)
🎟️ Late Registration or at the Door: $40
Includes 2 drinks, an assortment of appetizers, and 20% off additional purchases.

📅 March 17 | 6:00 PM
📍 Ocean Lab Brewing – Liberty Square at San Patricio Plaza

Reserve your spot and celebrate while making a difference! ⚙️💛


 

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We sadly announce that our oldest Rotary member Dr. Rafael Aponte, died at the age of 97. He was a Rotarian for over 60 years. His memorial service and viewing will be at Ehret funeral parlor, Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 2:00 PM on; with a mass at 6:00PM. Our condolences to his wife Margarita and family. He will be missed.
Yours in Rotary,
Juanita
CONGRATULATIONS to JOSE "PEPITO" RIVERO OLMEDO, who was honored by District 7000 for his outstanding efforts as Editor of San Juan Rotary's e-Garita. The weekly newsletter delivers the Rotary message and our Club activities to members and island fellow Rotarians.  
 

DISTRICT GOVERNOR Juanita Valentin Morris presented Rotary International's 100 YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP certificate to Club President  José M.(Pepito) Rivero Olmedo, P.D.G. in recognition of San Juan Rotary's century of the Object of Rotary, Service Above Self.

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