This year's Sip 'n Sail was off the charts! So much fun. Just ask Maria, Miguel, and Miriam (photo).
Don't Be Late for this Very Important Date:
Mad Hatter Tea-Quila Party on 9/28
Sip, Sip, Hooray! Step Into Wonderland at our upcoming Mad Hatter Tea-Quila Party! Sip on our signature tea-quila cocktails, enjoy bites straight from Wonderland, and dance the night away in true Mad Hatter style. 🎩✨ Don’t forget your Wonderland-inspired attire – the crazier, the better! 🐇❤️
The Queen (Yes, Tonie Andrade!) has spoken. Our annual Mad Hatter Tea-Quila Party is for new members, old members, potential members and friends. No cost to join the fun. The fun starts at 4 p.m. Saturday, September 28. The location is 447 Coastal Hills Dr., Chula Vista, 91914. Just follow the White Rabbit. It'll be a tea--riffic time. Contact Tonie Andrade tonieandrade@icloud.com for additional details.
Restoring Dignity: Rotary Club of Chula Vista Eastlake Serves Mexico’s Forgotten Seniors
In a remote corner of La Rumorosa, Mexico, where dusty, rock-laden roads wind toward a forgotten home for abandoned seniors, members of the Rotary Club of Chula Vista Eastlake made a transformative visit. Armed with food, medical supplies, and an abundance of compassion, the team spent the day providing not just material aid, but hope, dignity, and a human connection to the 35 elderly men who call Casa Para Pobres Desamparados their home. This club service project was not merely an act of charity—it was an act of profound service, embodying the values of humility, love, and care that define the heart of Rotary’s mission.
The Sept. 14 journey to the seniors' home involved navigating a bumpy, dusty dirt road leading to a ranch-style building in a remote area about 40 minutes east of Tecate, Mexico. Despite the terrain and distance, the volunteers arrived early Saturday morning, picking up groceries in Tecate along the way. Donations from a bevy of friends and supporters helped provide funding for the project. Clubs supporting the effort include the Chula Vista Rotary Club. Rotary clubs in Mexicali and Tecate also support the seniors center.
On this day, about a dozen Rotary members and friends brought much-needed donations of food, blankets, adult diapers, medical supplies, and clothing. Among the items delivered were vegetables and medications, meticulously organized and purchased by Laura Rodriguez, one of the Chula Vista Eastlake club’s members who also played a key role in tracking fundraising efforts. Laura’s attention to detail and dedication ensured the success of the project’s logistics.
The Rotary Club of Chula Vista-Eastlake’s annual Sip n Sail on San Diego Bay truly put the FUN in fundraising this year! Held on the breathtaking Yacht America, the event was a spectacular success, thanks to the diligent efforts of our organizing committee and the dedicated staff aboard the yacht.
A special shoutout to Captain Troy, an ex-Rotarian, whose expertise ensured a smooth sailing around fabulous San Diego Bay. "Rotarians are everywhere, and tonight they helped bring our community together for a wonderful cause," said Club President Miguel Hernandez. "The stars aligned with perfect weather and great company, making this fundraiser memorable. Thank you to everyone who supported us!"
The Yacht America is hailed as one of the most beautiful racing yachts in the world and it did not disappoint for our event. The private charter proved to be an exceptional setting, from our boarding at Shelter Island to our cruise around picturesque San Diego Bay.
The camaraderie, music, dancing and refreshments made for a wonderful afternoon. Your participation and support help us continue our vital community service initiatives. Here's to another successful event and many more to come. Click to check out our brief video!
The Rotary Club of Chula Vista Sunset was first chartered in November 2011. As we grew, we re-branded as the Rotary Club of Chula Vista-Eastlake. We invite you to come to one of our meetings and learn more about making a difference in our community--and the world! Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RotaryChulaVistaEastlake/.
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