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Flow Viewing this Thursday at 7pm!

Join fellow Rotaractors in viewing Flow, Irena Salina’s award-winning documentary investigation into what experts label the most important political and environmental issue of the 21st Century–

The World Water Crisis

Contact Lucille for directions at lucille@sbrotaract.com–we hope to see you there!

Community Non-Profits

It’s a new year, and a new chance to get involved with a new (or old) community service program!

Rotaract would like YOU to tell us which community non-profits you’d like to work with this year!Please take a few minutes and select no more than FIVE non-profits you’d like to see us volunteer with in 2010.

Click HERE to take the survey.

Please let me know if you have any questions about the survey–feel free to e-mail me at lucille@sbrotaract.com. Thanks for taking a few minutes out of your day to help us out!

Thanks to the GVB Volunteers

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To everyone who helped at Goleta Valley Beautiful this morning in the community or at the greenhouse, thank you.

We wish you fast recovery from any sore muscles and fast removal of dirt stains on your clothes.

Next stop: Disneyland!

See more photos of Goleta Valley Beautiful here.

January 5, 2010 Meeting Minutes

The minutes are up! Click on the documents tab and January 5 Minutes link to learn more about the Empower Congo Women project, Kids and Bikes, upcoming volunteer projects, and Disneyland. That’s right, DISNEYLAND!

Rotaract Hosts Holiday Fun

Emily and Courtlin show off their white elephant gifts at the Rotaract holiday party.

Thanks to all who attended the Rotaract Holiday Party, the party organizers and California Pasta for donating dinner.

Here’s to 2010! The fun starts with our first meeting on Tuesday, January 5, at 6:30 PM at Silvergreens in Santa Barbara.

Planting at Arroyo Hondo Preserve



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Thanks to everyone who came out to help at Arroyo Hondo Preserve. We dug, planted, mulched and watered all morning long. When we were finished, we had helped native plants reclaim a corner of the reserve.

See photos from Arroyo Hondo Preserve here.

Rotaract Meeting – Tuesday, November 17th @ Sharkeez

Our meeting location for this upcoming Tuesday (11/17) has been changed to Sharkeez (416 State Street). We will be meeting on the back patio at 6:30pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

Santa Barbara International Marathon Sunday, December 6, 2009

Join hundreds of volunteers and cheer for runners! Located in Southern California’s “American Riviera,” this point-to-point course begins in the scenic Goleta Valley with its lush lemon and avocado orchards, winds through Santa Barbara’s picturesque Mesa community, and finishes with a stunning two-mile descent to the sparkling Pacific Ocean. Finishers and their families can celebrate in charming downtown Santa Barbara with its abundance of quality shops, museums and restaurants, or hop on a wine-tasting or whale-watching tour for some adventure. Combining vibrant cultural sophistication with breathtaking outdoor splendor, Santa Barbara offers the ideal destination marathon. The Select Staffing Santa Barbara International Marathon is a USATF-sanctioned event and a Boston Qualifier. Volunteers should arrive bright and early (5:30 am) for course set-up. Coffee and treats will be available! Email liz@sbrotaract.com for more information.

“Heal the World: End Poverty Now!” Saturday, November 21 in Oxnard

his conference will address both international and local poverty, focusing on hunger and health. Included are outstanding speakers in the morning, with an optional networking lunch and afternoon “hands-on” service opportunity. Participants will leave with resources and projects for club involvement. There is NO REGISTRATION FEE, but PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY. Visit http://www.rotarydistrict5240.org/ for details.

Roller Derby, Saturday, November 7, Earl Warren Showgrounds

The Brawlin’ Betties will host a group bout this Saturday, and all club members are invited to watch! The match begins at 5 pm, but plan to arrive at 4 pm to find parking and buy your ticket (only $5 at the door!). Hot dogs and beer are available for purchase as well. Email Jessica@sbrotaract.com with questions.