Rotarian Fary Moini Receives Award for Service in Afghanistan

 

We recently received a message from Mohammad Ishaq, San Diego State University/Nangahar University Partnership Coordinator, that La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotarian Fary Moini has received a prestigious award of thanks from President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan.  Here is the message that Mohammad Ishaq sent with this photo.

The precious lady Madam Fary was awarded today by the Governor of Nangarhar province for her services in the Education Field. The Award is from the President of the country, Hamid Karzai.   Following is the translation of what has been engraved on the award:

"The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Leadership of the Ministry of Education appreciate your efforts and endeavors in the field of the development of Education"

Hamid Karzai
President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

I congratulate Madam Fary and friends for this invaluable award and gift for the new year

 A New Year’s Message from RI President John Kenny:

 

January 2010

My fellow Rotarians:

January is the month the Romans associated with their two-headed god Janus: one head looking backward to the year that has just passed, and the other looking forward to the year ahead.

In Rotary, January is the halfway point of our year of service, and it is also a time for us all to look at both the past and the future. It is the time of year to take stock, to review the goals that we have set for ourselves, and to evaluate how well we have fulfilled those expectations. It is a time to look honestly at our progress and our challenges and to consider the steps we will need to take to complete our planned service successfully.

I am sure there is much you can be proud of achieving in the last six months. In my travels, I have already seen how much Rotarians can accomplish when they are determined to do so. You have helped bring safe, pure water to those who lacked it, provided food and shelter to those who needed it, and assisted in the educations of those who could not read or write. You have promoted the ideal of service within a context of fellowship, friendship, and high ethical standards.

Rotarians are able to make changes that will shape the course not only of the months but of the years and decades that lie ahead. This is our privilege. It is also our duty as Rotarians – as caring members of society who are in the fortunate position of being able to help those living.  So there is much to be done these next months. Do not waste a moment of that most precious commodity: time.

We are all volunteers serving in a volunteer organization. None of us was compelled to become a Rotarian; each of us chose, and was chosen, to become a member. Every year, every day, each of us chooses to continue the task we have begun, and to continue to put Service Above Self. It is not always the easy path, but I know it is the right one.

I wish to take this opportunity to thank you for the Rotary service you have given, the service you are giving, and the service I know you will continue to give in the future.

The Future of Rotary Is in Your Hands. 

John Kenny
President, Rotary International in conditions we can barely

District Leadership Seminar scheduled for January 30 in Vista

Club Presidents, President-Elects, Assistant Governors, and members of the 2010-11 Leadership Team recently received a message which invites them to attend our first District Leadership Seminar on Saturday, January 30, from 8:30—1:30 at the Vista Entertainment Center.  This meeting will include a Presidents’ Best Practices Session; Pre-PETS for President-Elects; Future Vision Training for everyone; and a Fellowship Luncheon for all.  The cost is $20./person which covers coffee & snacks as well as lunch.  Please go to the District Website and register for this fun and informative event:  http://www.rotary5340.org/registration/leadership1001.html

International Assembly Host Hospitality Opportunities Still Available

If you and your Club are interested in hosting a District Governor-Elect(s), please contact Dale Bailey at the District Office ASAP.  There are a few opportunities still available.

Leadership Development Academy has Openings Left for January Class

Contact Dale Bailey at the District Office if you are interested in joining the 2010 Class of the LDA—it is the best preparation a Rotary Leader can have.

 

 

 

To All District 5340 Rotarians and family,

 

January 8-10, 2010, you will be able to witness and experience Scouting like never

before! Created specifically for Scouting’s 100th Anniversary, Adventure Base 100 will

stop in San Diego to give you an exciting, hands-on view of the history and future of the

Boy Scouts of America.

 

This magnificent traveling exhibit will be located at the Mission Valley Mall in San Diego at he corner of Camino Del Rio North and Theater Driveway. Starting Friday 10:30am - 6pm; continuing on Saturday 10am - 6pm and ending on Sunday 11am - 6pm.

We invite you to come and see how scouting is staying current in their Aims of character, citizenship and fitness development.  Catch the spirit of scouting for the next decade. .

 

The Exhibit includes:

- Visit the Dome to get a multi-sensory experience that will offer visitors the sights, smells and sounds of scouting via the campus IMAX-like video.

- A traveling Scouting museum featuring an overview of the Boy Scouts of America

amazing history, including a display of rare artifacts collected by the organization over the last 100 years.

-A stage show featuring music, demonstrations, contests and trivia.

- A high adventure ropes course is for all visitors more than 4 feet tall and weighing less than 250 pounds.

- A knot tying challenge, contests featuring giveaways and camp cooking demonstrations

with free samples.

- An overview of what it takes to become an Eagle Scout, the highest level of Scouting.

- A chance to speak with members of the San Diego - Imperial Council to learn more

about Scouting.

-A Rotary booth which will distribute information about Rotary and how to become a member.  If you are interested in helping at this booth, please contact Carl Kruse (kruser1@san.rr.com) or Dale Long (dlong1@san.rr.com)

 

This is a great opportunity for the whole family. SEE YOU THERE!