Balita · Issue No. 3906
Guest of honor and speaker: Dr. Burkhard Kiehne, Bamboo Expert
The March 3, 2022 hybrid meeting featured bamboo expert Dr. Burkhard Kiehne, the Jorge B. Vargas Athlete of the Year nominees, and tributes to the late PP Cesar Ubaldo.
Profile of Guest Speaker
Dr. Burkhard Kiehne is a bamboo expert, botanist, microbiologist, automation expert and ecologist, and founder of Bambu Tropicana, Asia Green and Probio Farms.
President’s Corner
President Chito Zaldarriaga looks ahead to the club’s first hybrid meeting, the Jorge B. Vargas Athlete of the Year voting, and today’s bamboo speaker.
The Week That Was
The March 3, 2022 weekly meeting opened with the usual program and included President Chito Zaldarriaga’s Semi-Annual Report, a short open forum and his closing remarks.
From the Programs Committee
The Programs Committee Chairman invites members to hear bamboo expert Dr. Burkhard Kheine at 12:30 PM on March 3.
The Board of Directors and Executive Officers for RY 2022-2023 Hold Face to Face Planning Session
The incoming board and officers held their planning session on February 25, 2022 at the Murphy Room of the Conrad Hotel in MOA, Pasay City.
RCManila Foundation, Inc. Chairman and Rotary Club of Manila Programs Committee Chairman PE/PVP Hermie Esguerra Remits Donation for Five Dualtech Scholars Through the RCManila Foundation, Inc.
PE/PVP Hermie Esguerra remitted Php 325,000.00 on March 2, 2022 for five Dualtech scholars through the RCManila Foundation, Inc.
Appeal for Paul Harris Fellows
A letter from the Rotary Foundation chairman explains how members can become Paul Harris Fellows with an initial contribution of US$ 500.00.
Calling for Proposals for Global Grants for RY 2021-2022
The Rotary Foundation Committee announces a call for Global Grant Proposals for Rotary Year 2021-2022.
Polio Plus Society Pin
The Rotary Foundation section of this issue features the Polio Plus Society Pin.
Manila Rotarians Remit Contribution to The Rotary Foundation
Manila Rotarians remitted donations to The Rotary Foundation on February 28 and March 2, 2022, with further pledges announced.
One Heart Forest: Philippines
A letter from Bryan M. Ingram proposes expanding the One Heart Forest Global Initiative to the Philippines, with Rotary as a strategic partner.
Rotary Club of Manila and Bureau of the Treasury Hold Information Webinar on Retail Treasury Bonds (RTBs) as Part of Financial Inclusion
The webinar on Retail Treasury Bonds was held on February 24, 2022 via Zoom, with speakers from the Bureau of the Treasury.
The Nominees for the Rotary Club of Manila Jorge B. Vargas Athlete of the Year Award
The award criteria and the six nominees: Hidilyn Diaz, Nonito Donaire Jr., Carlos Yulo, E. J. Obiena, Mark Magsayo and Carlo Biado.
STAR Rtn. Nicolas Souvlakis: A Swiss Engineer Turned Global Business Leader
Meet STAR Rtn. Nicolas Souvlakis—a man of diverse cultures and interests.
STAR Rtn. Jet Ledda is 2021 UPAA Distinguished Alumnus Awardee in Foreign Service
STAR Rtn. Jet Ledda was chosen as 2021 Distinguished Alumnus in Foreign Service by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association.
DDCC/IPP Bobby Joseph is Co-Host of “Sa Ganang Mamamayan”
DDCC/IPP Bobby Joseph was guest co-host of “Sa Ganang Mamamayan”, streamed live on Net 25 TV/Radyo on February 24, 2022.
STAR Rtn. Caloy Serapio Participates in CNN Philippines Vice Presidential Debates
STAR Rtn. Caloy Serapio took part, as a candidate for Vice President, in the CNN Philippines debates on February 26, 2022.
VPE/Club Secretary Reggie Yu is Speaker on Speech Writing Hosted by JCI Davaoeña Daba Daba and Co-hosted by Other JCI Davao Region Chapters
VPE/Club Secretary Reggie Yu spoke on “Speech Writing” via Zoom on February 26, 2022.
The Editor-in-Chief’s Eulogy for His Rotary Club of Manila Sponsor
(As read by VPE/Club Secretary Reggie Yu during the Necrological Services last February 28, 2022.)
Rotary Club of Manila and District 3810 Rotarians Hold Necrological Rites for PP Cesar Ubaldo
Necrological services and a mass for PP Cesar Ubaldo were held on February 28, 2022 at Heaven’s Park Memorial Chapels, Biñan, Laguna and via Zoom.
Rotary International Convention 2022 at Houston, Texas, USA
The International Service section of this issue features the Rotary International Convention 2022 at Houston, Texas, USA.
Titoy of All Trades
A profile of Jose “Titoy” Pardo, who served as Secretary of Finance and of Trade and Industry and helped bring 7-Eleven and Wendy’s to the Philippines.
Rotary Club of Manila Holds First Friday Mass for the Month of March
The Rotary Club of Manila held its First Friday Mass for the month of March.
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