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Meeting notes 9/1/2010 Print E-mail
Saturday, 04 September 2010 08:24

President Steve extended congratulations to Honorary Rotarian Carol Roquemore on her upcoming wedding! We wish Carol the very best!

Chris Binkley reminded all red badgers – Rotary 301 is next week. The session is one of the required steps to advancing to a blue badge member. Speakers will be Alyson Drago with an overview on the International Committee and Rachel Mason will discuss the Foundation. The meeting is held upstairs from our regular meeting room at 11am and is open to all members interested in attending.

Chris also asked all of us to plan on helping out with the Race for the Cure in October. They are in need of box trucks, trailers or stake bed trucks to help with this event. Contact Chris if you can help 951-318-7247 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Karen Schneider introduced Christin Powers as the new co-chair of Club Service. Christin is setting up a calendar for upcoming social events and would like everyone to send her your ideas. 951-265-2760 email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Derek Thomas announced the date of February 26th has been set for our new fundraiser called Rotary Taste of the World which will feature food from all over the world as well as beer and wine. The location has not been confirmed, but more information will follow. One of the main ways this event will raise money for international projects is to great some great baskets and sell raffle tickets, they are asking for donated items to go in the baskets.  

The Polio Pigs are back and Rachel Mason is urging everyone to put your loose change – or $100 bills into the pigs each week. The goal is to be able to present a check for a large amount to 2010-11 RI President Ray Klinginsmith in January when he visits our District.

The Foundation Gala is November 13th and we are collecting items for both the live and silent auctions. Contact Rachel if you can donate any items including gift certificates from your business, time share, or sports tickets. 909.838.8071, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Unified School District is giving us 60 children to get books to thru our Imagination Library project. Bernie Bramante is asking everyone who still has not purchased tickets to please support this project by getting your general admission tickets to the Berlin fundraiser concert thru our website or by contacting Karie Reuther 951-378-8814 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

David Neault introduced Tom Pinch who is also known as “The Time-Lapse Painter”. Tom shared a video of his time lapse work on an oil painting of George Lopez and displayed the finished work.  To help us raise funds the evening of the Berlin concert Tom will be creating an original painting of Terri Nunn and donating his artwork. You can check out Tom’s work including some of his time lapse videos at www.tompinch.com    

There were no recognitions and no drawing to allow extra time for a great speaker James Biesterfeld, Special Agent (Ret), US Army Intelligence. James has spoken to us before and because of the great interest in his information the meeting ran long again this time as before. For more information; there is a great article on our website about his work and background.

Submitted by Barbara Rubin

 
August 25 Meeting Notes Print E-mail
Wednesday, 25 August 2010 15:52

Announcements:

Kim Kelliher has heard from Mumbi, our Youth Exchange student from 2009. She’s attending University in South Africa and doing well.
 Bernie Bramante reminded everyone the Berlin Fundraiser Concert is only a few weeks away and we need to sell more tickets. The Dolly Parton foundation is donating lodging and tickets to her theme park in Tennessee. Please pay for your concert tickets thru our website to ensure our club gets credit for the sale. If you have any questions or want to arrange to get tickets call Karie Reuther 951-378-8814 or email her This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
 
The United Way Day of Caring is September 11th; some of the projects lined up for that day are clean up at Chaparral and Great Oaks High Schools and K-9 Support team.This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Alyson Drago announced the first in what we hope will be a series of Family dinners with kids. Carl Pinkard is hosting at his home on Saturday October 2nd, so save the date. Since this social is focused around children, the plan is to begin early; around 4pm. More information and a signup sheet will come soon.
 
The International Committee is meeting this Friday at TGI Fridays in Temecula – 11:30am. Anyone who is interested in joining the committee is welcomed, or if you just want to hear what they are doing, please come.
 
The Rotary “Taste of the World” Committee will meet on Monday August 30th 4:30pm at the Temecula Wine Company 29073 Overland Drive (near Margarita). Come hear about the fundraiser or just enjoy the wine.
 
Raj Narayanan congratulated the New Generations Rotary club on their first successful fundraiser. The Beer Pong and bowling event was well attended, got lots of great media attention and according to Raj - a lot of fun. The event brought in money to help support Jon Boy’s Inc and the Rotary Foundation.
 
It was a great day for recognizing wedding anniversaries; Chris Binkley celebrated 42 years and Sandy Villella 10 years. Gerry Wilson was recognized for his 2 year anniversary in our club. Though the four tenors could not be convinced to sing, the club honored Leif Jacobson’s birthday with an unrecognizable rendition of Happy Birthday. Jon Lieberg confessed to having spent two weeks touring Australia with his wife Jill.
 
Tina Gottlieb has agreed to help with arranging programs again this year and introduced two of our members who gave “Craft” talks to tell us about their lives. First was Tammy Wilson who began by showing us her wedding photo taken 31 years ago, and paid special attention to her husband Will’s “Elvis” hair. Another photo of Will and one of their two daughters as she arrived at college in San Diego a few weeks ago; special notice was taken of the lack of “Elvis” hair in that photo. Tammy talked about her two passions, her family and Oak Grove and made another shameless plea for everyone to “Please vote on Kohl's Cares for our gym project!” Here’s the link http://apps.facebook.com/KohlsCares/school/1071771/oak-grove-institute?src=IdeaShare&ref=mf
 
Jon Lieberg gave the second talk talking about his life growing up in Pasadena and going to school in Alhambra. In spite of the computer showing his photo presentation out of order, he shared great photos of his family’s department store from 1910 and his parents at Huntington Harbor. There were photos of Machu Picchu and Australia, as well as the Rosarito Ensenada Bike ride. He told us how he met his wife Jill, hitch-hiked across North America and came to be an attorney in Temecula.  An avid football fan he’s attended more than 40 Rose Bowl games and hundreds of College Football games. Jon joined Rotary in 1979; has belonged to our club for 20 years and is a past president.
 
Gary Thornhill held the winning ticket for the drawing pulling the 10 of clubs for a $25 prize. Thanks to John Panique for selling tickets!
Submitted by Barbara Rubin
 
Club Meeting August 4, 2010 Print E-mail
Thursday, 05 August 2010 12:32

Announcements:

Alyson Drago spoke about a new fundraiser we are organizing called Rotary Taste of the World, to support our many International projects. The Chairs are - Food: Raj, Location: Jon Atwood, Facilities: Bob Brown, Entertainment: Sandy Villella, Publicity/Marketing: Judy Z, Auction: Derek Thomas. We are shooting for end of February but do not have a date yet, and of course if you want to volunteer please see one of the people listed above.
 
Rusty Manning was recognized for a great article written about him and his business in the Country Review; he’s known as the Balloon Meister of Temecula.
 
Our Membership Chair; Chris Binkley presented the first half of the program speaking about the Membership Committee which currently consists of Chris and Debra Johnson who is working with Red Badge members to convert to Blue Badges. Chris is currently the main contact person in the club for all membership related questions and handles interviewing and obtaining approval for prospective members. He is looking for volunteers to serve with him on his committee as additional contacts for information. We are continuing with the training sessions for new members on the second Wednesday of every month at 11am, held on the second floor at Wilson Creek above our regular meeting room. August 11th will be the next session; the speakers will be Karen Schneider – Club Service, Walt Allen – Community Service and Judy Zulfuqar – Public Relations. Chris stressed the main purpose of these sessions is so new members get to know about the club with the top priority being every new member finds an avenue of service in their first three months.
 
The second part of the program was delivered by International Chair Alyson Drago speaking about two projects that need our help. The first is called Joni and Friends and if focused on gathering donated wheel chairs and other walking aids for people who otherwise have no way of moving around. Their website is www.joniandfriends.org If you have any of the items they request, crutches, canes, walkers or wheel chairs to donate please contact Alyson or visit their website. She is currently looking for a project coordinator from our club to work with this organization.
 
The other project is Thousand Smiles which is a non-Rotary project run by Rotarians in Ensenada. Cyndi Light is the project coordinator from our club. There are lots of volunteer opportunities for Doctors, Dentists and Surgeons as well as non professionals. Speaking Spanish is not necessary to help, please see Cyndi or Alyson if you have question. The website is www.thousandsmiles.org
The drawing was won by Allyson Trantum and once again the illusive Joker remained in the deck but she still got $25 cash! Every week there are fewer cards; your odds of winning improve so be sure to buy your tickets next week! Thanks Raj for stepping up to the plate to sell tickets! It is a requirement for all Red Badgers so see Chris Binkley to take your turn selling tickets!
 
Submitted by Barbara Rubin
 
Club Meeting July 28th Print E-mail
Friday, 30 July 2010 15:28

Announcements:

The Salvation Army’s Child Spree takes place at JC Penney on Saturday July 31st.  There are more children who have needs and not enough money to support their school shopping this year so we took up a collection during the meeting, and at President Steve’s request the club made up the difference to sponsor an additional 20 children. Anyone wishing to donate further can contact Darren Trimmer at 951-677-1324 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Karie Reuther brought attention to a fundraiser called Challenge Quest which is being held in Carlsbad this Saturday July 31st.  It’s an “amazing race” style event benefiting “Our Nicholas Foundation” whose primary mission is to increase awareness of Autism and to provide support that enriches the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. To register or for more information, the website is www.challengequest4charity.com
President Steve is in the process of setting up another Charger Game/Tailgate party and is asking for general interest. It looks like there are enough people who would like to attend so he’ll pursue it further.
Our Program was “Club Assembly” where the members are introduced to members of the new board and given a brief overview of what everyone does.  Liz Simeteys is serving again as Treasurer and went over the financial policies. She asked everyone to please remain current on your billing and speak with a board member if you have any questions or concerns. Remember, if you take a Leave of Absence your billing resumes after the dates you agreed upon.
Barbara Rubin is the new Secretary responsible for attendance, arranging for LOA when necessary, keeping club records, reports to district and Rotary International, and sending announcements and email for events.
The amazing Judy Zulfiqar is once again our Public Relations Director responsible for communicating our club’s message to the community, our website and social networking sites. Please give Judy your information when you have an event you need to communicate at least 2 weeks before the event including who, what, when, where and how. Photo’s need to identify the people in the photo or they can’t be used. She is looking for members to help with this critical function, so if you have interest in joining her team contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Remember to wear Rotary logo vests when doing service projects in the community, it’s great publicity!
Our club’s “Rising Star” Alyson Drago is heading up the International program this year; she’s been working in this area for three years and is passionate about this avenue of service. She is looking for members who can serve as “project managers” on any number of projects we are doing, no experience is necessary, just a heart for helping people in dire circumstances. If you’d like more information, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Adam Ruiz is the President of our New Generations club which meets every Thursday at TGI Fridays, 1pm. They have grown to 15 members and are slated to be officially chartered in January by Ray Klinginsmith, President of Rotary International. Adam shared information about their first fundraiser; a Beer Pong Tournament to be held August 20th, information about the event will be available on the website soon, or contact Adam This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Karen Schneider is our Club Services Director which also includes fellowships and socials. Karen welcomes ideas for events, contact her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Carolyn Kahla is helping with our “We Care” committee which supports Rotarians when needed, sending get well or sympathy cards, flowers or make phone calls.
Walt Allen is returning as Community Service director, Julie Ngo handles Youth Services and Shane Lesovsky does InterAct. Barb Langdon reminded us that RYLA will be held the first weekend in April 2011, so mark your calendar!
Finally, Carl Pinkard won the drawing but did not pull the Joker, and gets $25 cash! Remember to buy your tickets next week!
 
July 21st Meeting Notes Print E-mail
Thursday, 22 July 2010 11:52
Karie Reuther announced that most of the seats in the VIP section for the Berlin benefit concert are sold. We still have lots of other tickets available so please continue to talk to your friends and acquaintances about this fundraising event. For more information on the concert, please contact Karie Reuther, Rotary Club of Temecula Imagination Library Board 951-378-8814 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Bruce Cripe gave us a reminder about The Salvation Army and JC Penney’s Child Spree on Saturday July 31st. Volunteers requesting further information can contact Darren Trimmer at 951-677-1324 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Please Note that the Hemet Sunset Rotary Club is changing the day it meets from Wed. to Mon, effective August 16.  The time and location will remain the same:  5:30 PM at the Fingerprints Youth Museum, 123 So. Carmalita Ave, Hemet, CA. For further Information contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 
Cathy Kowalski from the New Generations Rotary Club announced they will hold their first fundraiser on August 20th at the Cal Oaks Bowling center. They are planning a “beer pong” tournament and participants will also have open bowling. They are asking for help with 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes for the tournament as well as raffle prizes. If you can help, contact Cathy This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Adam Ruiz This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  .
Paul Harris +4 was presented to Jon Lieberg by Bob Brown, Congratulations Jon!
We had an emotional send off for Bette Endresen who is moving to Washington. Bette shared a few words about her new home and invited everyone to visit her – after January when they complete renovations!
Birthday’s, anniversaries and special events were recognized by Bob Brown, Carol Popejoy, John Dubots, Jim Peterson and Jennifer Thompson.
Gerry Wilson gave his craft talk for our program, entertaining us with his life story and how he moved his family from Minnesota to California; eventually settling in Temecula. Their unlikely entry into the wine making business has turned out to be a success, just as everything he has undertaken. Gerry’s wife Rosie shared some other stories as well, giving us great insights into their family.
The “wheel” was officially retired and a brand new deck of cards came out for our drawing. It was won by none other than legendary Rotarian Leif Houkom – he didn’t pull the joker however but won $25.
Your new board of directors held their first board meeting directly after the meeting at 2pm in the dining room. These meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month and any interested member is welcomed to attend.
 
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