High school students in San Benito County are encouraged to apply for the Rotary Club of Hollister's annual college scholarship program.
Each year, the Rotary Club of Hollister raises funds to send future leaders to college. We believe that our future is in our youth and value the investment to make our world a better place with educational boosts. Application Deadline is March 31, 2017.
For questions or more information contact: President Krystal Lomanto at klomanto@sbcoe.k12.ca.us
In Lieu of our Lunchtime Meeting on Monday March 27th, we will have and evening social gathering at Paine's Restaurant at 5:30pm. Cost is $25 per person. Family and friends are invited to attend. Come out and celebrate one of the oldest clubs in California! Dress up in 1920's attire for fun!
Congratulations to our newest members and red badgers: Paul Rovella, Jim Gillio, Julie Vieira, Michael Fisher, and Robert Rodriguez. Welcome to our Rotary family! #serviceaboveself
The Area 6 Community Project atthe San Benito County Historical Park is fast approaching. Area 6 clubs include (Hollister, San Juan Bautista, Gilroy, Gilroy Sunrise, Morgan Hill and Almaden Valley) The Area 6 clubs formed a collaboration called the Area 6 International Service Committee or (World Community Service 6) over 10 years ago to pool together District Designated Funds that come from your Rotary International contributions. The RI contributions are invested for a 3 year cycle and then allocated back to the clubs in the Districts. Each year the Area 6 International Service Committee funds 2-3 Global Projects around the world, and also funds a community project which rotates each year through the Area 6 clubs. This year it is Hollister's turn, so let's unite in service and show the community our dedication here locally and globally. Remember that these projects are made possible by YOUR Rotary International Contributions.
The main project work day will be Saturday April, 22, 2017. 9am-3pm +/-
Please mark your calendars and start recruiting friends and family. Please contact Rich Marcusrichmarcus@sbcglobal.netif you are able to help with construction prep days. We specifically need help with masonry, some grading, trenching, electrical, and a few other items.
Our 1st place winner of the Richard D. King Youth Speech Contest went on to the Area 6 Speech Contest at the Morgan Hill Rotary Club on March 1st. Mitchell Ross represented Hollister well and did an amazing job, earning himself 3rd place and $200. Congratulations to this young man, he's going to go far in life!
The 2017 District Conference will be held Saturday, May 6 - Sunday, May 7, 2017.
The conference opens with breakfast on Saturday in the Cocoanut Grove Ballroom at The Santa Cruz Boardwalk. We are offering a complete Saturday meal package (Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner) for $100 including a free parking pass. Just add $15 for a pass for all Boardwalk rides on Saturday. Meals may also be purchased separately. Overall conference registration is free.
Support United Way March 9th @ Fisher's March 14th @ Mangia and March 28th @ RunningRooster! Be sure to tell your server you are there to support United Way and we will get 10-20% of your ticket. Proceeds benefit local non-profits. See you there!
Countdown to our 35th Annual Mission 10 Race on Saturday, January 27th, 2018. We will need ALL Rotarians to volunteer as well as family and friends. We also need Rotarians to run as we are having a friendly competition with Rotarians from Los Gatos and Santa Cruz Sunrise Clubs. This is going to be an exciting anniversary celebration as we are adding vendor booths and Live Music by local rock band, Racing Time. Please contact Bob Marden for volunteer sign-ups.
(PE's Amalia Ellis - Hollister, Randy Toch - Morgan Hill, Whitney Pintello - Gilroy, and Dennis Harrigan - Gilroy Sunrise)
President Elect, Amalia Ellis attended Far West PETS in San Jose March 3rd through the 5th, with 420+ other President Elects from Hawaii to California and beyond. PETS is an intensive and inspirational training weekend for all incoming Rotary Presidents who will begin their leadership year on July 1st.
The highlights of PETS for Amalia were:
"Hearing Past Presidents Richard D. King and Cliff Dochtermann speak. It was an honor to have had the opportunity to see both of them speak at PETS. I've been lucky enough to hear them speak at other functions in the past as well."
"Having the opportunity to meet and speak with Incoming Rotary International President, Ian Risely and his wonderful wife Juliet. Ian and Juliet were so warm and friendly. Ian is also a wonderful speaker. I'm very excited about his goals for the upcoming year and how he plans to make a Rotary difference in the world."
"Spending a ton of time learning and networking with other Rotarians and President Elects. It was inspiring and we had a ton of fun too!"
President Elect, Amalia Ellis has been a member of the Hollister Rotary Club since 2013. She has served as the Public Relations Chair and International Service Director for over 3 years. Amalia is a Graphic Designer and Marketing professional with over 20 years of experience, and 12 years as a Business Owner. She is married to Patrick Ellis and has 2 sons. Amalia is looking forward to a fantastic year of Rotary Service and putting this year's theme of "Making a Difference" to work, in the Community and Globally.
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