President Steve Morgan presented Savannah Allshouse Associate Director of the HI Nature Center with our 4-Way Test Plaque after she showed a very interesting video about the Hawaii Nature Center which provides environmental educations for students

After being serenaded by PDG Phil Sammer, PP/PE Carol Riley and President Steve Morgan exchanged banners with visiting Rotarian from out of State, Esko Mikkulainenm from the Rotary Club of Salo, Poland.

Rotarians from 5 Clubs gathered to work on Serenity Gardens to provide shelter for women who have escaped from sex trafficking. Our members participating are Pres. Steve Morgan, Kathy Higa, Paul McGillicuddy, PP Rhodora Pagay and Steve Koyama

MEETING HIGHLIGHTS SPEAKER OF THE WEEK

Gene Grounds Current Challenges for America

MAY 08, 2019

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HAWAII CLUB 30 DISTRICT 5000 CHARTERED: JUNE 20, 1939 RI PRESIDENT: BARRY RUSSIN

DISTRICT GOVERNOR: WIN SCHONEMAN

The 2019 District Conference will be held at the beautiful Hawaii Con-vention Center from May 17 to 19, 2019.

Come and be inspired by motivating speakers, make new friends and reconnect with old ones, remember Rotarians that have passed, find treasures and bargains at the Silent Auction and of course, have fun!

Full registration fee of $390 includes Friday and Saturday meals

President Steve Morgan called the meeting to order. He told us that today is “International Workers Day.” He also said that in 1956 we celebrated getting the polio vaccine. PP John Berndt lead the Club in the Pledge of Allegiance. The Inspiration was given by PE Paul McGillicuddy. He talked about being really proud for 35 years when he wore his uniform. He felt great; he had a purpose. Two weeks ago he saw his daughter who said to him “I know why you are here! You are going to Rotary.” Once again, he said that he had a sense of pride because he had a purpose. President Steve asked that guests be introduced. Nora Chen introduced her friend Dr. Hester Hahn who is a retired radiologist. PDG/PP Phil Sammer asked our visiting Rotarian to come to the front of the room. Our Club members sang the Welcome Song and PP/PE Carol Riley welcomed our guests to our club. Esko Miikkulainen from Poland introduced himself to us. Announcements:

1. President Steve said that we have one more Books for Kids event on May 6 at Kapalama Elementary School from 8:30 – 1:00. Sign-up sheets are on the tables. He also reminded us of the District Conference On May 17-19 at the Convention Center. We will have a booth at the Aloha House.

2. PP Janet Scheffer told us that PP Dave Livingston is sharing an opportunity for business sponsorships during the Rotary International Convention in 2020. She also shared that she has put some flyers on the tables announcing the Food Fest. In addition, she told us about the Small Business Associate Awards this Friday at 4:00. DGEN Naomi Masuno will be receiving recognition.

3. PE Paul McGilicuddy announced that this Saturday from 8:00 – 1:30 Rotarians will be working at Serenity Gardens. In addition, May 9th is Keiki Day and volunteers are needed to hand out newspapers. PP Paul will email more information.

President Steve shared the Happy Bucket with the group. John Berndt donated dollars because the Prince offers the best lunch in town. Denny Meyer gave money and said that he loves Finland and clearly remembers the place where Finland, Sweden, and Norway all come together. PP Chuck Braden is happy for Denny Meyer. Nora Chen is happy her friend is visiting today and she told us that Flora Lu is still in Taiwan. PP Janet Scheffer told us that five crazy women are going to Las Vegas this weekend for bachelorette party. What happens in Vegas stays on Instagram! The Club enjoyed fellowship time. PP Gene Grounds introduced our guest Savannah Allshouse, the Associate Director of the Hawaii Nature Center. Savannah began by sharing a video about the Hawaii Nature Center. The Hawaii Nature Center provides environmental education programs for students pre-school through middle school. There are programs on Maui and Oahu. Oahu offers school programs, community programs, nature camps, and facility rentals. The Hawaii Nature Center has been around for more than 35 years. The purpose of the Center is to connect children and families to nature. Each year more than 20,000 children are served. They learn about science, teamwork, communication and other life-long skills. The Sustainable Hawaii Initiative and the Aloha Plus Challenge. Savannah told us that the Hawaii Nature Center meets the Four Way Test. It is the truth. It is based on science. It is fair to all concerned by being available to all regardless of an ability to pay. It builds good will and better friendships because students from Hawaii, the Mainland, Japan, and Korea all have fun! It is beneficial to all because it

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WEEKLY REPORT — WEDNESDAY, MAY 01, 2019

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WEEKLY REPORT — WEDNESDAY, MAY 01, 2019

Fathers turn pain into healing solutions A father’s concern and fear propelled sleepless Ben Lowry, an attorney in Portland, Maine, out into the streets one evening searching for his eldest son.

Just a year earlier, his son had been in college studying engineering when he began using drugs, including opioids. Lowry’s family spent more than $100,000 on treatment and recovery programs before Lowry gave his son an ultimatum: stop using or move out. His son moved out.

Now, hearing the wail of sirens on this cold fall night, Lowry feared the worst.

“Someone said there was an overdose nearby, and I hurried over, thinking it was my son,” Lowry said, his voice cracking with emotion. “There was a young woman dead in the street, probably in her 20s. It’s a very difficult thing to see, especially when your son is living out there.”

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Maine and New Hampshire recorded nearly 800 opioid overdose deaths in 2017 – a terrible toll, but a small fraction of the 47,600 opioid deaths across the United States that year.

As a member of the Rotary Club of Portland, Lowry decided to do more than just address his own situation. He joined a group of Rotary members in the New England area who have come together to prevent overdose deaths.

In partnership with public health agencies, the District 7780 Recovery Initiative Committee organizes seminars that educate the community on the dangers of opioids, supports education campaigns in public schools, and raises money to train recovery coaches who assist drug users who are trying to turn their lives around.

“I don’t know if I will be able to help my son,” Lowry says. “But if I can help others in a similar situation, I want to.”

students from Hawaii, the Mainland, Japan, and Korea all have fun! It is beneficial to all because it connects everyone to environmental sustainability. Questions:

1. The cost for camp is $300 for members and $375 for non-members.

2. There are programs for at-risk children. 3. People learn about the Center by word-of-

mouth. A marketing person has just been hired who will get the word out in other ways.

The Center is small non-profit organization and it is looking for volunteers who have time, talent, and treasures. They hold a Green Gala each year to make money. This year’s is on May 24th. President Steve asked Savannah to pull the lucky ticket. She pulled Nora Chen’s ticket and Nora asked Savannah to pull the lucky marble. Savannah pulled the marble, but it was the wrong color! President Steve then gave Savannah a Four Way Test Plaque and the Club recited the Four Way Test. Respectfully Submitted, PP/PE Carol Riley

MAY

BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES

Magda Alexander 5/23 Alvin Goo 5/22/96

Mark Moore 5/31 David Hamil 5/31/00

Bob McDermott 5/24/06

Rhodora Pagay 5/31/06

PO Box 8622, Honolulu HI 96830 Executive Administrator Linda Collard 395 2290 | secretary@waikikirotary.org

Bulletin Editor / Publisher & Web Coordinator PP Dick Matti

396 3268 | dickmatti88@aol.com

CLUB OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2018 -2019 OFFICERS

President Stephen Morgan

waikikirotarysteve@gmail.com 352 8383

VP / President-Elect PP Carol Riley

rarchr@icloud.com 392 5439

Vice President PDG Roy King

rekinghi@aol.com 737 1991

Secretary Ikko Tomita

ikko@hawaiiantel.net 286 3248

Treasurer PP David Hamil

pwdave@aol.com 375 3283

Immediate Past President PP Steve Koyama

steve@koyamarealty.com 265 4092

DIRECTORS

Glenn Perry glennp@cbpacific.com

PP Gene Grounds groundsg001@hawaii.rr.com

Kathryn Henski islandsong@sbcglobal.net

Adrienne King adrienne@kingandking.com

Patti Look plook@hawaiiantel.net

Sylvia Makk makkart@aol.com

Patti Mitchell pattidmitchell@gmail.com

Paul McGillicuddy pandmj@gmail.com

PP Janet Scheffer janet@manameans.com

SERVICE CHAIRS

Bulletin / Newsletter PP Dick Matti

Club Admin Chair Patti Look

International Service Chair Adrienne King

Community Service Chair Paul McGillicuddy

Food Fest Chair PP David Hamil / Patti Look

Foundation Chair Glen Perry /PP Sally Blanchard

Literacy Chair PP Gloria King

Membership Chair PP Joe Gedeon

Public Relations Chair PP Janet Scheffer

Sargent at Arms Kathy Higa

Sister Club Liaison—Taiwan Flora Lu / Nora Chen

Sister Club Liaison—Japan Ikko Tomita / PP Chad Adams

Vocational Chair Sylvia Makk

Webmaster PP Gloria King

Youth Services Chair Patti Mitchell

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TODAYS SPEAKER: GENE GROUNDS

Gene first came to Honolulu in the mid 1950’s to try out the big surf on the North Shore.

After graduating from USC with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration he worked for HOPACO for a couple of years.

He joined the Peace Corps where he met his wife and got into banking.

He specialized in lending to small and medium sized businesses and for a number of years was the largest producer of SBA loans in the State. He later was recruited to start a bank on Maui which he created from scratch and ran it for 5 years.

Gene has always be a champion swimmer and is an All-American. He is currently the fastest in the State in his age group. He has been a Rotarian for over 50 years.

Hardworking team at Serenity Gardens, North Shore