Helen Woodward Animal Center 
Michael M. Arms and Renee Resko of Helen Woodward Animal Center gave an emotional and thoughtful overview of their organization.  Founded in 1972, the center is a unique non-profit organization that is committed to animal and human welfare through a variety of local and international programs. As the current President and CEO, and a pioneer in the animal welfare industry, Michal recounted how he became involved with the organization and gave an overview of some of the wonderful programs currently offered at the center.
World Cultures: Ramadan and the Benefits of Fasting
Posted on Feb 28, 2025
Art's friend Ayman Kabakibi shared his memories of the month-long Ramadan dawn to dusk fast - a tradition he has followed since childhood in Syria. He recalled his family being awakened by a ritual drummer who signaled the community to wake for their pre-dawn breakfast. He shared dates, the preferred food for breaking the fast with the group. The benefits of this practice for the individual included developing mindfulness and mastery over your appetite. Many clinical studies have shown the benefits of intermittent fasting to reset the metabolic processes in the body. 
 
Ray Wilson, SD Blood Bank
 
Posted on Feb 14, 2025
Sharing is Caring couldn't ring more true for blood donors. Ray Wilson educated our club about the organizational structure and reach of the San Diego Blood Bank. He also brought us up to date on new collection opportunities like "Doubles" for larger individuals that can spare more than the minimum amount and "Platelets" which are harvested using a special machine. Apheresis for platelet collection is a medical procedure where a machine separates blood components, allowing for the selective extraction of platelets from a donor's blood while returning the remaining blood components back to the donor.
 
San Diego Blood Bank relies on organizations like ours to help it meet the needs of young patients at Rady's Childrens Hospital and other locations where it's needed. You can help by registering for our Rotary Blood Drive. 
 
It is only a few weeks before our Blood Drive with the San Diego Blood Bank
 
Date: 3/15/2025 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
 
We need Members to work the Drive Site.
 
7:45-9:00 Setup of Tents & Signs
9:00-11:00 Check in Donors
11:00-1:00 Check in Donors
1:00- 3;00 Check in Donors and take down the Tent and Signs. 
 
Email me directly at lwwinhi@aol.com to sign up for the time that works best for you.
 
Yours in Service,
 
 
 
Art Mendoza On The "Art of Pathology"
 
The Rotary Club of Del Mar and Solana Beach members are an interesting group, many of whom are serving the community not only as Rotarians, but in their careers as well.   
Solana Beach/Del Mar Rotarian President, Art Mendoza is a prime example of this. Not only is he one of the most active members of the club, he has spent his career helping others as a pathologist and is currently Medical Director Pathology for Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women. He presented the group with an overview of how he and his team aid in the diagnosis of disease which helps guide treatment decisions.
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Welcome to our Club!
Del Mar - Solana Beach

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Fridays at 7:00 a.m.
Hilton Del Mar
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd
Del Mar, CA 92014
United States of America
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Speakers
Angie Pennella,, Your Mindset—Flip the Switch!!
Mar 28, 2025 7:15 AM
Your Mindset—Flip the Switch!!
Dick Fisher, "Living History-You Grew Up Where?"
Apr 04, 2025
You Grew Up Where?
Jeffrey Sitcov, Doors of Change
Apr 11, 2025
Helps homeless youth get immediate access to supplies, mental healthcare and safe housing.
Clive Aaron Gill, prolific author
Apr 25, 2025
Widely published prolific author of short stories
Matt Kurth, We are Stardust, Human Cosmic Origin
May 02, 2025
We are Stardust -- the Cosmic Origin of Humans
Ashley Simpson, Del Mar Community Connections
May 09, 2025
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Del Mar
Larry Ray Hardin: Life of a DEA Agent
May 16, 2025
Life of a DEA Agent
Janice Kurth--Rotary and Our Foundation
May 30, 2025
Rotary and Our Foundation
Wen Chen, Ph.D. Chinese Culture, Human Rights
Jun 06, 2025
Chinese Culture, History, and Human Rights
Russell Low--Stories and Discovery
Jun 13, 2025
Unknown Chinese American History
Teresa Kakadelas, CFP®, CDFA
Jun 27, 2025
Financial Planning
Melinda Cooper, Words Alive--Why Literacy Matters
Jul 11, 2025
Words Alive--Why Literacy Matters
Brian Butler and Stephen Walker, MIDWAY A-Z
Jul 18, 2025
Midway History and Current
Peter Callstrom, Burn Institute
Aug 01, 2025
Burn Survivors Recovery
Senator Catherine Blakespear
Aug 08, 2025
Senator Catherine Blakespear
LORENA GURULE-MONTES, usfcc.org
Aug 22, 2025
Foundation for the Children of the Californias
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Some of the Non-Profits We Support
4-Way Test
Our Club President
 
Art Mendoza
art.mendoza@sharp.com
+1 858 945-5361

 

About Our Club
 

Discover the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club – Where Service and Fellowship Flourish!

Since our inception in 1992, the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club has been dedicated to making a difference in our community and beyond. As part of Rotary District 5340, encompassing 67 clubs in San Diego and Imperial Counties, we're driven by a passion for service and a commitment to meaningful impact.

Why Rotary?

As the world's pioneer service club, Rotary International has a rich history dating back to 1905. With 34,000 clubs and 1.2 million Rotarians worldwide, Rotary leverages collective resources to tackle global challenges, from eradicating polio to promoting education and fostering peace.

What do we do?

At our club, you'll experience the joy of service while building lasting friendships. Whether it's through our weekly Friday morning meetings, engaging in fellowship activities, or participating in our signature event, Lobsterfest, there's always an opportunity to have fun while making a difference.

Who do we serve?

 We're deeply involved in a diverse range of projects, from supporting local initiatives like Just in Time for Foster Youth and Casa de Amistad to international efforts such as the El Salvador Preschool and Community Center and India Women’s Home for Mental Health Care. Through educational, humanitarian, and cultural programs, we touch lives and create positive change, both locally and globally.

Ready to join us?

Visit our website to learn more about our club and how you can get involved. Or better yet, stop by for a complimentary breakfast at the Del Mar Hilton Hotel every Friday morning. Experience firsthand the warmth of our community and the impact we're making together. Come be a part of something truly special – join the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club today!

 
Join us!

Contact  Paul Butler

paul@dmsbRotary.com

(858) 755-2079

 

DMSB Rotary

P.O. Box 1115
Solana Beach, CA  92075

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Officers & Chairs
President
Art Mendoza
Past President
Malcolm Koll
President Elect
Charles Koll
Vice President
Bill Sutton
Treasurer
Charlotte Jones
Secretary
Molly Fleming
Sergeant at Arms
George Sousa
Community Service
Patricia Case
Community Service
Charles Koll
International Service
Herbert Liberman
Human Trafficking
Steve Weitzen
Foundation (TRF)
Susan Hennenfent
Membership Chair
Sandy LeVine
Program
Sandy LeVine
Public Relations
Barbara Berkovich
SociCheif Executive Party Animal (CEPA)al
Patricia Case
LobsterFest
Vicky Mallett
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