Balita · Issue No. 3806
Guest of honor and speaker: Bernardo M. Villegas, Ph.D. (Harvard), University Professor, University of Asia and the Pacific
Dr. Bernardo Villegas is profiled as guest speaker, with the revived Fireside Chat on digital banking, the Rotary Legends music night with the Elks Club, election guidelines and the Shanghai centennial plans.
Bernardo M. Villegas, Ph.D. (Harvard)
University Professor, University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P)
President’s Corner
President Jackie Rodriguez welcomes guest speaker Bernie Villegas, recalls the fireside chat at UnionBank and the Elks Club music night, and previews gemologist Harry Owen.
Dangers of Vape and E-Cig
Dr. Adamos reviews the origins of vaping and e-cigarettes and lists ten health hazards associated with them.
Election Advisory
The election of the Board of Directors for Rotary Year 2020-2021 will be held at the regular Thursday meeting, with guidelines on quorum, voter eligibility and balloting.
How to Participate in the Election on Thursday, September 26, 2019
A five-step guide to registering, receiving an election stub, and casting a ballot, with early voting from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Newspaper Releases
A newspaper clipping on Morocco marking the 20th anniversary of the enthronement of King Mohammed VI.
An RCM Member’s Testimonial Towards a Membership Pitch
Rtn. Manny Blanco recounts how his late father, a Rotary Club of Manila member, ordered him to join the club at age 29.
Appeal for Payment of Centennial Assessment
The Board of Directors makes a last minute appeal for payment of the Php 20,000 Centennial Assessment approved by the RY 2016-2017 Board.
Fireside Chat Revival, an Overwhelming Success
The August 29, 2019 Fireside Chat, revived with Rotary Club of Makati West, was held at The Ark by UnionBank with Rtn. Justo “Tito” Ortiz as speaker.
A Rotarian and a Lawyer’s Crusade
Lawyering for the rich has made the life of Jesus Santos comfortable but, as he says, ‘I reach out to the little ones who can’t afford my fees. God finds a way. Always.’
Community Service and Rotating Rotarian
A special Board meeting on membership concerns, an inspection of the Hospicio de San Jose Cerebral Palsy Ward site, and DSAA Jason Bogovich's visit to the Rotary Club of Washington D.C.
Summary of Candidates Who Have Accepted the Nomination for Board of Directors for RY 2020-2021
Thirteen Rotarians have accepted nomination for the Board of Directors for RY 2020-2021.
Balita and Website Ads Now Being Accepted
The Balita and website committees announce advertising packages of Php 5,000, Php 3,000 and Php 2,000 per issue.
From the Treasurer
Members may request a hard copy of the Centennial Fund accounting report presented at the Club Assembly and Second Fellowship on August 22, 2019.
Rotary Club of Shanghai Centennial Celebration
Rtn. Warren So outlines the three-day program, accommodation and visa details for the Rotary Club of Shanghai centennial celebration from October 18 to 20.
Interclub Relations
Manila Rotarians held a golf fellowship on August 23, 2019, and the club secretary attended the 9th District 3810 EXECOM Meeting on September 2.
Fellowship
Manila Rotarians attended the OKADA MANILA Icon Awards on August 30, 2019 and the SKAL International Makati anniversary and Tourism Personality Awards on August 22.
Rotary Legends Put on a Great Show
The Manila Elks Club and the Rotary Club of Manila, both centenarians, held their first get-together as a night of songs, comedy and pleasantries.
The Week That Was
Revival of the RCM Fireside Chat with RC Makati West on digital banking, and a music fellowship with the Elks Legends.
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