Come to Project Social this Wednesday January 21st. Learn about what Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club is doing in our own community and across our borders.

PROJECT SOCIAL | 24040 CAMINO DEL AVION, DANA POINT
5:30-7:30 p.m.

RSVP to Charles Brickell
949-233-1694

Guests will learn about Rotary's "Service Above Self." This is
Rotary International's primary motto, emphasizing unselfish volunteer service by prioritizing community needs over personal gain, inspiring members to use their time, talents, and resources to improve lives locally and globally, embodying actions like promoting peace, fighting disease, and supporting education through community projects and high ethical standards.

Emergency preparedness for Rotarians! Rotarians can’t help others if they themselves are in trouble. Stephen Masek's talk last week focused on disaster / emergency prevention and preparedness for Rotarians, both their homes and their businesses. Rotarians also need to be well-organized to respond quickly and efficiently when others need help.
Stephen presented great tips to keep in your trunk to be ready: Buy a First Aid Kit and customize it, have low walking shoes, take pix & video of your home and business, know how to get out of your garage without electricity and more. Here's the short list of "MUST HAVES"-sleeping bag/rope/solar and battery charger/flashlight/shovel/axe/hammer/pliers/knife/fire starter/water filter/chlorine tablets/compass/gloves and more to help you get out of your home and office safely.
For more information you can email fstephenmasek@protonmail.com

Dana Hills High School is proud to recognize Students of the Month Mackenna Massimei and Azul Salgado, two outstanding young women whose stories reflect the very best of the Monarch Beach program and its commitment to spotlighting students who are doing great things. President-elect Allison Peterson presided the meeting along with Interact Director John Coffman.

Azul Salgado has developed a strong passion for biology and health and aspires to become a doctor, with plans to begin her academic journey at Saddleback College before continuing on to UCI or UCLA and ultimately medical school. Her dedication to learning and to serving others reflects a future rooted in compassion and purpose. Mackenna Massimei shared how participation in theatre—recommended by a teacher—helped her overcome nervousness and made a huge difference in her life, inspiring her to pursue a career in education where she hopes to support and guide students through their own challenges.

Both students expressed heartfelt gratitude to their parents for their constant encouragement and belief in them, as well as appreciation for the incredible support of their educators, including Brittney Casey, Principal, whose leadership fosters student success. We celebrate Mackenna and Azul for their resilience, ambition, and gratitude—and for the bright futures they are already shaping.

💘 Love Is in the Air! 💘
Our brand-new online auction is launching February 1 and runs through February 14 — just in time for Valentine’s Day!
Get ready for swoon-worthy getaways, fabulous dining, and unforgettable experiences — all while supporting the good work of Rotary.
Save the dates… the auction link is coming soon! 💕