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January is Vocational Service Month Vocational Service in Action

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Vocational Service is the essence of Rotary and serves as the foundation from which we serve our communities around the world. Vocational Service calls on us to empower others by using our unique skills and expertise to address community needs and help others acquire or refine skills and advance their professional opportunities. Below are some examples of vocational service in action:

• The Rotary Club of Hong Kong Island East partnered with the School of Opportunity, a summer camp for refugee students in Hong Kong. Rotarians from the club volunteered to teach business and coding courses to 12 students three times a week for three hours each session. The goal was to show the refugee teenagers (ages 11 – 15 from Nigeria, Rwanda, Israel, India) that there is kindness in business, and that being an entrepreneur is not only about making profits but also contributing to the community. Two members of the club who had grown up in public housing, and came from low income families spoke to the students about their experiences putting their heart and efforts into creating amazing careers.

• The Rotary Club of Lipa West in Philippines organized scholarships for 25 students for a baking and pastry vocational program in partnership with TESDA: Technical Education and

• Skills Development Authority. All expenses were paid for, and students were provided ingredients and aprons for technical training in baking.

• The Rotary Club of Ranchi North in India organized a three-day vocational training camp for mushroom cultivation in the town of Kanke. Nearly 50 women from three different villages participated. The camp taught them how to become financially independent and earn income through selling mushrooms.

• Many small to medium sized companies around the Kwara state of Nigeria have no means of promoting their business besides through radio and T.V. stations which can be very expensive. To help these businesses gain more exposure, the Rotary Club of Ilorin Metro sponsored a training where experts were invited from digital

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District Governor Eric Kaler

President Alexander “Alex” Kanamu

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media companies to train 100 participants on how to use a social and digital media to advertise their business to reach a larger audience.

• The Rotaract Club of East Nassau in the Bahamas hosted a Vocational-Career Day for over 100 students. The day was dedicated to learning about job opportunities in various industries, social media, and character development. Students also shared their career aspirations and talents. The theme for the day was Path to Greatness highlighting the importance of integrity and character in business. Members were advised on the dangers and benefits of the digital era. The participants heard from a member of the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band who spoke on discipline. The theme was further enhanced when Rotaract members played career games. The day concluded with a presentation on effective tools to strengthen relationships, and how students should interact positively with their families, schools and communities.

January is Rotary’s Vocational Service Month, a great time to start leveraging vocational service in your club projects and activities. The Vocational Service in Action handbook can help you gain a better understanding of vocational service and provide you with ideas to practice it through your service activities, in your

personal life, and in your career.

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Ashton Kanamu – Guest of Austin Kanamu

RI President: Mark Daniel Maloney District: Eric Kaler Asst. Dist. Govt: Sonya Mendez Club President: Alex Kanamu PP: Lilette Subedi President Elect: Keoni Ahlo Exec Secretary: Alison Kanamu Recording Secretary: Jackie Barnes Treasurer: Kate Butts Sergeant-at-Arms: Dr. Carver Wilcox Asst. Sergeant-at-Arms: Austin Kanamu

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In 1978, the 3H program (Health, Hunger, and Humanity) expanded service efforts. The program was developed to improve health, alleviate hunger, and enhance human and social development. Rotary members use the grants to create access to clean drinking water, support literacy programs, provide medical care, and more. This was the beginning of Rotary’s Six Areas of Focus. 1. Peace and conflict prevention and resolution. 2. Disease prevention and treatment 3. Water and Sanitation

Maternal and child health 4. 5. Basic education and Literacy 6. Economic and community development

We are receiving HRYF Scholarships applications. Get the word out that this Friday, February 7th is the deadline for application submissions!

Recognitions for the week ending February 9th,2020.

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PP Charlie Duncan was inducted into our Club 26 hears ago on February 1st, 1994!

Kate Butts gave a HI $5, for Doc Lynn Goya volunteering to be our lead for the Rotary International Convention ‘s Host Night for our Club. Alison Kanamu gave a HI $20 for everyone showing up for our meeting today. Austin Kanamu gave a HI $10 for being at our meeting President Alex gave a HI $5 for PE Keoni Ahlo making it a priority to attend the Area President and President Elect meeting. PE Keoni has been very busy with his business and other community activities. Derek Conselva gave a HI $10 for President Alex’s assistance in towing his car to a shop. PE Keoni Ahlo gave a HI $10, thanking Alex for getting him out of a bad granite install, and assisting in fixing the problem for a successful install!

Alison Kanamu had one, but not enough time to give it!

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By including men and women from diverse professions and backgrounds, Rotary recognizes the importance of all skills and occupations. A vibrant Rotary club reflects the businesses, organizations, and professions in its community, embracing diversity in experiences and perspectives. Your professional life and vocational service go together. Rotarians have a dual responsibility: to represent their occupations within their club and to exemplify the ideals of Rotary in their places of work.

E-mail exchange between PP Geoff Horvath and RCWW PP George Vickers, currently living in Pinehurst NC, and is a member of the RC of Pinehurst. The E-mail is regarding Georg’s Best Half, Pat. (Read in reverse order)

On Jan 28, 2020, Geoff Horvath wrote:

Aloha, George!

I’m so very saddened to hear about dear Pat. My thoughts and prayers go out to you as well as dear Pat. May you receive strength and peace from our LORD during this difficult time. I also pray that Pat wil be comfortable. She is so very blessed to have a loving husband, George. You are very special.

Would it be okay to share this news with our club members?

Take are and blessings to you and Pat, Geoff

From: George Vickers Date: Monday, January 27, 2020 To: Geoff Horvath Subject: Re: THE ROTARY CLUB OF WAHIAWA-WAIALUA WEEKLY- THE HULALI - JANUARY 23, 2020

Geoff. Still holding on in Pinehurst. Pat is under Hospice Care at home 15 months of long nights for me. Although wheelchair bound, Pat’s still in charge and I love her with all my heart. Best to all of my fellow Rotarians!

Just finished 35 years and I started in your club, warmest regards. Daughter Sherry and Norman Howard from Mililani arrived yesterday. Aloha to All Miss you guys and gals! George.

Mar 19 - Slava Slavik – Toastmasters - Division A Director overseeing 16 clubs on Oahu and Maui.

We have Slava speak to us about Toastmasters because Toastmasters and Rotary International are partnering to help members grow professionally and make a difference in their communities ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 7, 2020 — Members of Toastmasters and Rotary will enhance their skills, broaden their networks and increase their positive impact in communities through a new collaboration. The ongoing relationship between the two organizations will begin at the grassroots level with local club members learning and working together. Additionally, Toastmasters will create a set of eight structured communication and leadership development courses for Rotary with a phased rollout that will be available in English in 2020, and in more languages in 2021. “The strategic alliance with Rotary is exciting and allows both organizations to leverage our unique and similar strengths,” says Deepak Menon, Toastmasters' 2019-20 International President. “We look forward to providing our current and prospective members with ongoing additional offerings that meet their evolving needs.” With its first unofficial meeting held in Bloomington, Ill., in March 1905, Toastmasters is a global nonprofit organization with more than 16,800 clubs in 143 countries. Its members attend club meetings where they learn how to be more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. Toastmasters’ vision for the ongoing collaboration with Rotary is to change more lives for the better, and positively impact communities around the world. “Collaborating with Toastmasters will provide our members with even more opportunities to develop and improve their leadership and communication skills,” said John Hewko, general secretary and CEO of Rotary International. “In turn, members of Toastmasters can connect with more people, take advantage of new speaking and learning opportunities, and make a difference in their communities through Rotary.” Rotary provides its members opportunities to develop professionally, gain world understanding, and make

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lifelong friendships – all while volunteering to improve lives and bring lasting, positive change to communities. Founded in 1905 in Chicago, Ill., Rotary is a global network of people committed to improving lives and bringing positive, lasting change. Each year, Rotary members contribute millions of dollars and volunteer hours to promote health, peace and prosperity in communities across the globe. Through volunteering, they make lifelong friendships that transcend political, cultural and generational boundaries and foster global understanding and respect. For FAQ and to learn more about this partnership, please visit www.toastmasters.org/Rotary.

29 Mar – Annual Wakai-Wilkinson Golf Tournament Scholarship fundraiser. More information will be coming out in the next few weeks. 20-26 Apr – Trip to Kyoto – Sister Club’s 40th anniversary celebration May 28 – Hawaii Blood Bank blood drive – Dot’s parking lot Jun 6-10 – Rotary International Convention

Jun 8 – Host Night – RI Convention event – 6-9 pm, at the Waikiki Shopping Plaza. Parking is nearby at $10 for the night, Cost is $45 per member.

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“Man has affinity for his fellowman, regardless of race, creed, or politics, and the greater the variety, the more the zest. All friendliness needs is a sporting chance; it will take care of itself in any company.” — A Road I Have Travelled, THE ROTARIAN, February 1934

When was the microwave invented and sold?

Today, President Alex took the time to provide feedback at the recent Area President and President Elect meeting that was recently held. Areas of interest were: Member ship – Rotarians Leaving - How to reverse the trend of Rotarians leaving clubs. Efforts should be made to get an exit interview to find out why they are leaving. The more members we have, the more hands we have to complete projects, etc. Club Projects – Have projects that former members may be interested in participating in and invite them. Meeting Invitations – Ask, Ask, Ask, friends relatives, business associates, etc. The more you ask, the more chance you will have a positive response. E-club - PP Geoff Horvath brought up the idea of starting an E-club or hybrid E-club (online and physical meetings) in the North Shore area, which will be in line with the District Membership team. The team is looking at clubs that are having difficulty keeping members in an effort to improve membership and retention. Some people would be better served and be able to participate online and not attending meetings once a week, etc. D5K – Membership Marketer – The District has enlisted the assistance of a Membership Marketer to assist the District with recruitment. Club Partnering – Maybe work with other clubs that want to put on an event or participate in a community event, such as a carnival, but don’t have the resources to participate in projects and events. Speakers – Members should look for possible speakers and coordinate scheduling with PE Keoni Ahlo. With quality speakers, it is easier to invite guests. Golf Tournament – We briefly discussed our upcoming Golf Tournament, March

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Answer to this week’s Question

In 1945-46. American engineer Percy Spencer is generally credited with inventing the modern microwave oven after World War II from radar technology developed during the war. Named the "Radarange", it was first sold in 1946. The microwaves from the radar set he was working on, in 1945, were cooking the candy bar in his pocket! With a little experimentation, Spencer figured out that the microwaves could be concentrated to heat food. He created the first working microwave oven, and the first food he cooked in it was popcorn. Spencer fine-tuned his discovery with ryatheon and amrkete4d it to airlines, railways, restaurants, and cruise liners as “the Radarange.” The first ranges stood about 6’ tall, weighed 750 bounds, and coast $3,000 ($35,000 today!). From various sites on the web and Reader’s Digest, Feb 2020.

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Percy Spenser

The first “Radarange” staked up next to modern-day microwaves

Early in-home Microwave

Kate Butts and PP Lilette Subedi enjoying a good lunch

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Doc Lynn Goya going through the buffet line

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Alison Kanamu signing in

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Alison Kanamu greeting our ladies

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President Alex arriving!

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President Alex greeting our lady members

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Kate Butts fellowshipping with other club members

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President Alex making fund transfers

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The Podium

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PP Doc McKenzie arriving!

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A PP warm aloha

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Alison and President Alex Kanamu fellowshipping

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Derek Conselva is happy to be here!

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Undetected candid photo of Derek Conselva!

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A second and rare candid photo of Derek Conselva

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Austin Kanamu with guest and brother, Ashton Kanamu

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PP Doc McKenzie greeting our Lady members

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Kate Butts checking out Marie Abatayo’s little princess

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Kate Butts with her HI $5

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Derek Conselva with his HI $10

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Alison Kanamu getting ready for her HI $20

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Alison Kanamu’s $20 bill

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Is Alison getting change?

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Austin Kanamu’s HI $10

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A black and white shaka!

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PP Lilette enjoying a healthy vegetarian lunch

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Marie Abatayo demonstrating that certain kind of candid photo. It has a name that can’t be mentioned here!

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PE Keoni Ahlo getting ready for his HI $10 Story

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PE Keoni telling us of his granite installation story

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Doc Lynn Goya announcing the Host Night event for the RI 2020 Convention

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Ask, ask, ask someone to come to our meeting!

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No make shame, jus’ ask!

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PP Doc McKenzie announcing our upcoming Golf Tournament

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Finally, PE Keoni’s HI 10 for his Granite story!

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