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You are invited to be our guest for breakfast any Wednesday from 7:00am to 8:30am. We meet at the University Club atop Symphony Towers. CLICK HERE for more information.

Our Vision: Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change - across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Our Mission: Be an energized and proactive Service Club with a multi-cultural membership committed to "Service Above Self". We will promote peace, understanding and community service locally and internationally.

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23rd Annual Father Joe's TURKEY TROT 5K

JOIN our Rotary Club Team! Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with friends and family members in a meaningful and exciting way. Sign up to run or walk the 5K and help provide life-changing meals to feed hungry neighbors in need.

The race starts on the Cabrillo Bridge in Balboa Park on Thursday, Nov 28th at 7:15am and we'll meet 25 minutes prior to the start for a club photo. You can sign up and get full information at ThanksgivingRun.org and click Sign Up.

When you register, look for our team name: San Diego Downtown Breakfast Rotary Club

and use code: sddbrc2024

You have the option to sign up for a Timed Run or a non-competitive Fun Run.

Registrants receive goodies that include T-Shirts, Finisher Medals and FREE Race Photos. Plus, there's a $5 discount with 15+ team members; and for 25+ members we receive custom Team Pin and Stickers.

So why not start a new tradition or renew an old one by getting out on Thanksgiving to support a worthy cause, and have a memorable, healthy and fun experience. Please contact Jerry Buckley at jerrybuckley17@gmail.com for more information.

https://www.thanksgivingrun.org/

Rotary INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC COMPETITION 2024-25

Do you know a young musician?

Bring them this amazing Rotary opportunity. Prize money will be awarded at each level!

For High School Age Musicians

$2,000 Grand Prize

San Diego Downtown Breakfast Rotary Club Competition Weds Jan 29, 2025
Regional Semi-finals Contests in February & March, 2025
Finals in March or April 2025

The purpose of the competition is to determine and recognize the student contestant demonstrating District 5340's greatest level of excellence in talent, training and love for music. Prize money will be awarded at each level of competition: District 5340 Club Contests, Regional Semi-Final Contests, and at the District 5340 Finals Contest where a grand Prize of $2,000 will be awarded. The applicants will be notified of dates and locations of the competition two weeks prior to the event.

The Downtown Breakfast Rotary Club Contest (First Level) will be held Weds Jan 29, 2025 7:30-8:30am at the University Club, 750 B Street.

For more information contact Janet White janetwhite99@hotmail.com

RYIMC Music Competition Flyer:

https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000010107/en-us/files/homepage/music-competition-2025/RYIMC-2025-SDDBRC-Flyer.docx

Peacemaker Award Nominations

The Rotary Club Peacemaker Award is designed to honor members or organizations of the community (Rotarians are eligible) who have made a significant difference in promoting tolerance, understanding, conflict resolution and peace. The winning nominee will be selected based on demonstrating commitment to help build goodwill and peace in the world. Local and/or global accomplishments qualify.

To nominate someone for the Peacemaker Award:

Please give a description of the nominee’s involvement on the community service project, or other activity that you believe makes them a worthy candidate for the Peacemaker Award. (Max. 500 words.) Include a website and short video if available.
Please complete the nomination form and attach to nomination essay and send to the award selection committee chair, Mel Gallegos: melgallegos1819@gmail.com

NOMINATION DEADLINE: January 19, 2025

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Mel Gallegos

District Governor 2018-2019

Rotary International District 5340

Link to the Peacemaker Award Nomination Form:

https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000010107/en-us/files/homepage/peacemaker-award-nomination-form-2025/2025-Peacemaker-Award-Nomination-Form.pdf

Giving Tuesday

Note from Steve Bridge, TRF Chair and Past President

Notes from Last Week - Dr. Divya Kakaiya

Divya Kakaiya, Ph.D

Clinical Psychologist, Neuroscientist

Dr. Kakaiya spoke about the impact of smart phones and social media on the brains of young people and shared the findings of multiple research studies documenting the damage occurring.

Notes from Last Week - The Brain Observatory

Dr. Jacopo Annese, CEO, The Brain Observatory

Dr. Annese is the founder and director of The Brain Observatory, a San Diego based neuroimaging laboratory and brain bank. He discussed the recent research and findings on the brain and the work and operation of the local Brain Observatory including its initiatives promoting science, education, and the arts.

https://www.thebrainobservatory.org/

Notes from Last Week - La Jolla Institute of Immunology

Dr. Miguel Reina-Campos

La Jolla Institute of Immunology

Recent advances in cancer treatment have focused on using existing “killer” cells in one’s body to attack malignant tumors. Miguel Reina-Campos is a leader in this critical research. He serves on the faculty of the La Jolla Institute of Immunology and directs the Institute’s Reina Laboratory which seeks “to understand the underlying principles governing tissue immune networks that enable robust and long-term protection against infection and tumors.”

https://www.lji.org/

Polio Plus Society

https://endpolio.org/

Members at Feeding San Diego

Last Monday, several members volunteered together at Feeding San Diego to sort out tons and tons of potatoes and apples!

Special Thanks to Alex Kwoka for organizing this annual excursion.

Thank You from grant recipient - STEP

STEP – SUPPORT THE ENLISTED PROJECT

Recently our club members purchased, packed, and distributed 80 backpacks filled with school supplies to local military families. David Nokes received this letter forwarded from STEP.

“Thank you for all you do to support the military families, you don’t know how much these backpacks and school supplies helped our family of five. We were not sure how we were going to afford these items, and you came through with this wonderful blessing.” From Active Duty E4, U.S. Marine Corps

https://www.teamstepusa.org/

Notes from Last Week - Special Tour

Club tours renovated Symphony Hall. After $125 million of expenditures and two years of renovation, the spectacular Symphony Hall is about to open. Club members received a behind the scenes tour about a month before the official opening. The Club is planning for a group outing to the symphony with discounted tickets - details to follow.

Rotary Magic Under The Stars

Rotary Magic Under The Stars Benefiting Via Baja: Small Loans, Big Dreams

A Night of Impact

https://givebutter.com/ViaBajaEvent2024

Larry Potter hosted a musical fund raiser at his home to support Via International’s micro finance program in Baja Mexico. The many club participants and organizers included Roxane Helstrom, Leah Bentley, and Lynn Hamilton.