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RY 2014 - 2015 October 2014 issue

VOCATIONAL SERVICE MONTH

As the saying goes, time flies fast and if I may add, even faster in a Rotaryyear. Our first quarter has come and gone and what a hectic schedule we havehad with our almost daily inductions and governor’s visits, weekend seminars,projects and other activities. It was therefore good that we had some R and Rin our sports and socials events highlighted by the back-to-back successes ofour “See You In September” fashion show and Oktoberfest 2014. I hope the

pictures in this issue will somehow do justice to these very enjoyable, memorable events. Onceagain thank you all for your support and participation to all our activities and especially to our veryhard-working host clubs and committees.

And so we look forward to another action-packed, fun-filled second quarter, starting off withour Vocational Service Month and World Polio Day in Rotary’s big push to End Polio Now. Let usthen continue to Light Up Rotary in all our efforts and initiatives to serve our communities and theirless fortunate members.

Best Class Governor Marilou O. Co

The merry month of October was celebrated in RID 3800with its own version of the Oktoberfest on the evening ofOctober 4, 2014 at the Valley Golf and Country Club,Antipolo City. It was another momentous experience hostedby the RC Marikina West led by PP Pope Solis, Sps. VickySolis and BCP Ama Almocera. Along with other dignitariesfrom the district, BCG Marilou Co graced the affair addingcolor to the event. It was a special night of fellowship andfriendship characterized by loud cheers, overflowing beers,sumptuous foods, exciting raffle prizes, lively songs andsuperb dance numbers.

This year’s Oktoberfest was also marked withinnovations making it not only an event held in keepingwith the tradition, but also a one of a kind experience. Thenight turned out to be an entertaining event with the liveperformances of the band, the lady saxophonist, jugglers

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Rotarians, spouses, guests enjoy Oktoberfest in Antipolo City

and acrobats who brought the house down. The crowd waslikewise awed by the performance of the very supportiveand alluring spouses. The LED screen at the center enabledeveryone to have a better glimpse of the event as it unfolds.

The venue was also perfectly decorated for the occasion,with fireworks giving a merrier atmosphere. The breezyenvirons and superb lights and sounds provided a perfectambiance for fellowship and relaxation over bottomless beerand delicious foods. Beer mugs with Oktoberfest etchingwere handed as souvenirs to the attendees. Most Rotariansand spouses came in costume.

The event ended past midnight with the attendees havingtheir fondest memories on the district affair. Proceeds ofthe event will benefit the Tahanang Walang Hagdan.

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146 Baby Rotarians welcomed during the 1st District Mass Induction

RID 3800 warmly welcomes into itsfold a total of 146 brand new Rotarianscoming from various RCs in the district.They were formally introduced duringthe 1st District Mass Induction of NewMembers on October 11, 2014, 1:00 p.m.at the Kalayaan Hall of the historic ClubFilipino, Greenhills, San Juan City.Hosted by RC Grace Park and chairedby PP Felipe Neri C. del Rosario, Jr. andBCP Olan Torres, the event is the firstof a series of mass inductions scheduledfor RY 2014-2015 pursuant to thedistrict’s 5-5-3 (Give me Five, orBecome Twenty Five, so that the Districtwill Become Three Thousand) campaignand parallel to the RI’s 1.3 millionmembership goal.

PDG Ernesto “Ernie” Choa, RICoordinator for Zone 7A, served ascharging officer. BCG Marilou officiallyinducted the new members who werewarmly welcomed and congratulated bythe crowd. In her speech, BCG Marilouemphasized the benefits andresponsibilities of being Rotarymembers and urged the inductees to beactive Rotarians in fellowship andservice to others. Sponsors had thehonor of pinning the traditional Rotarypins to their respective recruits under acongratulatory and friendly atmosphere

Best Class Presidents

Newly inducted Rotarians

Spouses recruited to become Rotarians

Host Club - RC Grace Park with BCG Marilou Co

GOVERNOR’S MONTHLY LETTER

PWD screenings done in Manila, Pampanga; prosthetic legs donated

RID 3800 held screenings on some Persons withDisabilities (PWDs) who hope to avail of free prostheticlegs. These were parts of the district’s flagship project aimedat building an enabling environment for PWDs andpromoting their dignity, growth and development.

On September 8, 2014, a screening was conducted inBacolor, Pampanga. Screenings were also done onSeptember 9 and 23, 2014 at the UERM Medical Center,Sta. Mesa, Manila. BCG Marilou O. Co, together with PDGBenny Ricafort, PP Jo Bernabe, PP Gina Roxas and PP Ruby

Reyes, led the activity attended by PWDs brought in bytheir respective sponsoring RCs.

One of the would-be beneficiaries, 11- year old amputeeYna Joy dela Rosa of Taytay, Rizal, described the project asa “gift from heaven”. She expressed high hopes that theprosthetic leg she will get will make her life better as shecontinue to strive for a brighter future amid her condition.

After the screening, follow-up activities will be done toenable the beneficiaries to adjust to their new conditions.

RC San Juan Central conducts D’yario Bags Training

The Rotary San Juan Central, a new club in RID 3800headed by CP RosarieVillasor, held a 9-session training onD’yario Bag-Making in Barangay Maybunga, Pasig City.Trained were 17 participants from the ILAW Para saKagalingan ng Kababaihan at Bata, Inc. and Barangay

Maybunga with Ms. Lulu T. Ocampo as Trainer.

A graduation ceremony was held on September 25 atthe Brgy. Maybunga Covered Court with Brgy. Capt. MarioConcepcion, Jr. as inspirational speaker.


BCG Marilou led groundbreaking ceremony for Marikina Rotary Marker & Park

BCG Marilou O. Co led the groundbreaking ceremony for the new MarikinaRotary Marker and Rotary Park in Marikina City on October 12, 2014, 4:00 p.m.She was joined by Marikina City Vice Mayor/PP Fabian Cadiz and PDGs Tony Co,Ting Tangco and Efren de Guzman with some BCPs, district and zone officers.

Situated along the Marikina River in the Industrial Valley area in Marikina City,the new Rotary marker and park is expected to boost the public image of Rotary inthe area.

OTHER ROTARY MARKERS

RC Marikina Valley RC Rodriguez

RC Marikina East RC Tanay

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On the night of September 24, 2014, BCT members and spouses flockedto the Valle Verde Country Club, Pasig City on the occasion of the district’sfellowship cum fashion event. Dubbed as “See You in September,” theevent turned to be another successfull district affair marked by glamour,fun, laughter and surprises the Rotary way.

The affair started with an invocation led by the event’s chair, SpouseAngie Pineda, followed by words of welcome from PDGL Nona Ricafort.To set the tone of the occasion, the event’s theme song was sung by BCGMarilou Co - a thing she never did before - to the surprise and delight ofthe crowd. Then came the much-awaited cluster presentations participatedin by the SAGs, AGs and BCPs, to wit: (a) “In the Navy” - Zones 1, 2 and3; (b) “Katawan” - Zone 4; (c) “YMCA” - Zones 5A and 5B; and (d)“Macho Man” - Zones 6, 7 and 8.

A fashion show was staged that night wherein BCPs, Spouses andRotarians showed off their winning forms and strutted their stuff in therunway. A mixture of Cocktail Dress, Filipiniana, Long Gown, Black Gown

and Bridal Entourage Collections were showcased thatfrom the 9 zones in the district. Not to be outdone,and DGLs presented their own special number, whawe.

Another spectacular and well-applauded numrendered by LtG. for Finance Nelson Aspe who santune of “Oh Carol.” He was joined by Spouses Miland DJ Garcia. LtG. Nelson again brought the hperformance of the Neil Sedaka’s original “Calendar12 alluring and beauteous male BCPs to the deSuprisingly, PDG Tony went onstage as grandmother Due to those well-received performances, LtG. Nelsoan additional title as “LtG. for Entertainment.”

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SPECIAL THANKS:1. Spouses Executive and Working Committee: Sps. Angie Pineda (Chair), Sps. Yolly

Supetran (Vice Chair), Sps. Tess Soliman, Sps. Judy Rocamora, Sps. Lydia Ignacio, Sps.Juliet Chua, Sps. Bebang Pinon, Sps. Lot Angala, Sps. Beth Victoria, Sps. Tess Sese(Members)

2. Advisers - PDGL Nona Ricafort, PDLG Pam de Guzman3. Performers – BCPs, SAGs, AGs , LtG. Nelson Aspe, Sps. Mila Aspe, Sps. Ging Santos,

Sps. DJ Garcia, PDGs, PDGLs4. Emcees - ADS Vincent Santos, LtG. Tom Rocamora, PP Lolet Austria5. Donors and Volunteers -PP Dan Santos (Calendar Girls Presentation), PP Gani Dominguez

(Budget and Audit), ADS Rene Pineda (Physical Arrangement, Decoration); ADS RomyChua & Sps. Juliet (Stage Backdrop); AG Dinky Hementera, Plantex (Lights and Sounds);PP Akyat Sy, Ever Bilena (Make Up and Raffle Prizes); CP Julie Malaya (Tickets); ReyPineda (Music Recording); SAG Rudy Retirado, SEAG Josie Retirado (Sergeant at Arms);PP Jack Sia and PP Boyette Coronel (Program, Technical Works); Javelosa Photography,AG Ricky Villareal, PP Jun Padre and PP Reuben Jarvina (Photography).


PHOTO GALLERY: “S

Ms. JanuaryBCP Ramy Garcia IV

Ms. FebruaryBCP Nitrie Espiritu III

Ms. AprilBCP Jun Cabitac Jr.

Ms. MarchBCP Don Santos

Ms. JuneBCP Riz Pinlac

Ms. MayBCP Dodjie Cabalquinto

EVENING DRESS (ZONES 1, 2 &3)LONG GOWN (ZONE 4) FILIPINIANA (ZONES 5A & 5B)


ee You In September”

Ms. JulyBCP AMA Almocera

Ms. AugustBCP Deo Alcala

Ms. OctoberBCP Ver Lazatin

Ms. SeptemberBCP Ritchie Villareal

Ms. DecemberBCP Stephen Del Rosario

Ms. NovemberBCP Alex Manalo

BRIDAL GOWNBLACK GOWN (ZONES 6, 7 & 8)


District tenpin tourney opens, runs till Nov. 23

The 2014 District Tenpin Bowling Tournament wasformally opened in a simple ceremony held on October 5,2014 at the Coronado Lanes, Starmall, EDSA, MandaluyongCity. Best Class Governor Marilou Co graced the occasionattended by some Rotarians from the district. Special awardswere given during the event. The tournament runs untilNovember 23, 2014. It is hosted by RC San Juan Westchaired by PP Akyat Sy and BCP Ronald Palad. It aims tocultivate fellowship and friendship among Rotarians throughfriendly bowling competitions.

RI District 3800 Office2 Kennedy St., North Greenhills, San Juan CityTel. No. 6225310; Mobile 09178378534

Rotary International (Philippine Consulting Office)2nd Deck Penthouse, Salamin Bldg.197 Salamin St., Legaspi Village, Makati CityTel. Nos. 8673921, 8178858; Fax No. 8100101

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District GovernorDistrict Governor SpouseDistrict TrainerDistrict SecretaryChief of StaffEditor-in-ChiefAssociate EditorDocumentors/Coordinators

Contributors :

The GML is published every month. Please send materials for publication to [email protected] [email protected].

: DG Marilou O. Co: PDG Tony B. Co: PDG Efren O. De Guzman: PP Augusto C. Soliman: PP Bienvenido C. Angeles, Jr.: CP Prisco S. Rivera, Jr.: PP Dindo C. Santos: PP Rueben M. Jarvina, PP Arcadio L. Santos, PP Richelieu R. Villareal, PP Jonas H. Rivera SAG Gina Sanchez, AG Jhon Salarzon, BCP Olan Torres, BCP Ama Almocera, BCP Choppy Mamigo, BCP Julie Malaya, BCP Rosarie Villasor, PE Buena Mabeth Simon

Rotarians extend help to typhoon victims

On the fateful day of September 19, 2014, typhoon“Mario” hit Luzon island aggravated by the monsoon rains.The typhoon submerged large areas in Luzon, includingMetro Manila and Rizal province, in floodwater, wroughtserious damages to lives and properties, disrupted powerservices, and sent families to rescue and evacuation sites.There was, thus, an immediate call to action.

Rotarians from RID 3800, led by BCG Marilou Co,spared no time to respond to the call to assist in the situation.Assistance in forms of food items, bottled waters, clothes,toiletries, blankets, mats, and even services and prayers

abound, courtesy of kind-hearted Rotarians from RID 3800.They did this either in their individual capacities or incollaboration with other Rotary Clubs or other private andpublic institutions, to at least alleviate the plight andsufferings of the victims and show that Rotary truly cares.

BCG Marilou gratefully appreciates the kindness andspirit of volunteerism exhibited by Rotarians during theonslaught of the calamity. Thank you for your invaluableassistance. Truly, you all showed the real meaning of“Service Above Self”!


Zone 7 celebrates Rotary Youth Day

In celebration of the New Generation Month, the Zone7 RCs successfully conducted their Rotary Youth Day atthe San Juan Gym, San Juan City, on September 27, 2014,Saturday, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. The event was led by RC San Juanheaded by BCP Rose Caoc. It was the second Rotary Daycelebration of Zone 7 RCs in RY 2014-2015.

Around 2,000 raincoats were distributed during theevent to elementary pupils from eight public elementaryschools in the city. Interactors and Rotaractors strutted their

stuff with their beautiful dance and song numbers. Highlightof the event was the awarding of 4-year college scholarshipgrants to the Five Most Outstanding Interactors selected fromamong the different Interact Clubs of Zone 7.

The celebration was made more meaningful andcomplete with the presence of BCG Marilou Co whodelivered an inspirational message to the youth. She alsoextended recognition to the Zone 7 BCPs and DistrictOfficers for the rousing success of the activity.

by DS AUGUSTO “Augie” C. SOLIMAN

A number of RCs from Zones 1, 4, 5A,5B and 6 jointly conducted an environmentprotection (anti-smoke belching) project onSeptember 27, 2014 in four (4) busy areasin Metro Manila and Rizal province. Thiswas done in cooperation with the MMDA,LTO, DENR, ABS-CBN-Bantay Kalikasanand the Association of Private EmissionTesting Center of the Philippines in supportof the implementation of the Clean Air Act(RA 8749). Emission tests were given freeof charge and campaign materials weredistributed to the public. The serviceproject also serves as a public image driveof the participating RCs.

Spearheading the project was theRotary Club of Marikina West.Participating clubs were RCs MetroValenzuela, Navotas, Marikina Valley,Metro Marikina, Marikina Central,Marikina Hilltop, Marikina Uptown, SanMateo, Rodriguez, Marikina South,Marikina North, Marikina, River CityMarikina, Marikina Heights, Marikina East,Suburban East Rizal, East Rizal, AntipoloCentro, Taytay, Binangonan, Metro EastTaytay, Pasig East, and Pasig North.

We would like to remind all clubs which have just inducted their new members, either at the club or district levels, toplease register them at the RI and pay the corresponding dues so that they will be included in the updating of data for theRotary Club Central.

Important events to remember:

· October 7 - 3rd Leg District Golf Tournament (Host: RC Kalookan North)· October 25 - Alternative Learning System Forum (Host: RC Marikina North) Venue: DepEd, Pasig City· November 8 - 3rd Presidents Breakfast Meeting (Hosts: Zones 5A and 5B) Venue: CVJ Clubhouse, Marikina City· November 8 - District Interact Conference/Youth Expo (Coordinator: PP Tony Sy) Venue: Our Lady of Perpetual

Succor, Marikina City· November 15 - District Rotary Day - to be organized by all clusters with Job Fairs and Medical Missions· November 16 - RotaRun 2014/Rotary Day Venue: Marikina Sports Center, Marikina City· November 29 - TRF Banquet (Host: RC San Juan) Venue: Sofitel Hotel, Pasay City


RCs join hands against smoke belchers

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