October 11, 2024 - Inauguration Day
New weekly meetings venue: Key Biscayne Yacht Club
Guest Speaker: Mayor Joe Rasco
October 11, 2024
Topic: "Village Projects and issues and Hurricane Milton update”
Background: ·Key Biscayne Mayor https://floridamayors.org/joe-rasco/
Rotarian Special Participation: Peter Verbeeck
October 04, 2024
Topic: "Rotary Convention at Calgary (CAN) and Rotary Polio NID in India”.
Guest Speaker: Capt. Don Sackrider
October 04, 2024
Topic: "Flying safe and enjoying, experiences from the expert”.
•Captain Don Sackrider, a long-time resident of Key Biscayne and a commercial airline captain for decades, shared valuable tips on how to enjoy flying while maintaining good health.
•What are some simple solutions we can all do to make a difference?
Background: Captain Don Sackrider retired from Eastern Air Lines.
Guest Speaker: Sandy Moise
September 27, 2024
Topic: "Preserving and protecting South Florida’s Biodiversity Ecosystem”.
•What current issues are we facing and how do they impact us?
•What are some simple solutions we can all do to make a difference?
Background: Sandy is an experienced educator and environmental advocate with 36 years of dedication to her field. She currently serves on the Board of South Florida Outward Bound and holds the position of Director of Policy for the Urban Paradise Guild.
SOCIAL MEETING at Toscana Mare Key Biscayne
Guest Speaker: Rotarian Maxwell Stettin
September 19, 2024
Topic: “Key Pharmacy Family Story”.
Guest Speaker: Rumya Sundaram
September 13, 2024
Topic: “Florida’s Keystone Species”.
Understanding their importance and how we can help preserve them.
Explore the vital role of keystone species in Florida’s ecosystems and discover actionable ways to contribute to their preservation
•Background: Director of Environmental Science and Operations Manager, Key Biscayne Community Foundation. Rumya brings over 15 years of experience in conservation, wildlife management, citizen science education, and sustainability.
Special Guest: Dennis Caltagirone
September 06, 2024
Topics: What is a vibrant Club? Member Retention. What is happening in the District
·Background: District Governor -Rotary District 6990
Guest Speaker: Aylton Souza
September 06, 2024
Topic: “Cybersecurity in the AI Era” How security threats have evolved and top learnings to protect businesses and individuals
·Background: a seasoned technology executive with more than 30 years of experience, have led global businesses in Microsoft and currently on Amazon Web Services (AWS), digital transformation expert
Guest Speaker: Rafael de Ory
August 30, 2024
Topic: “Independence of the USA: Spain The Decisive Ally”. Its immense and forgotten contribution to the North American independence
Background: A seasoned executive with decades of experience in the global high-tech industry. Transitioning from corporate leadership to historical scholarship, this unique journey has culminated in the publication of a book that explores the rich and complex narratives of these intertwined histories.
Guest Speaker: ·Rotarian, Donald L. Lessne
August 23, 2024
Topic: “How to get your book published”. Plus, interesting cases
·Background: President of Frederick Fell Publishers, Inc., independent American publishing company established in 1943 currently located in Hollywood-FL, specializing in self-help books in genres such as business, entertainment, children, health, and cooking.
Guest Speaker: Rotarian Pilar Silverman
August 16, 2024
Topic: “A Life of Service: Dr. Pilar Silverman's Journey”
Background: Physician, For more than 15 years she was the Medical Services Director for NPHI (Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos Internacional) serving 5,000 + children across nine countries
Guest Speaker: Joe Roth
August 02, 2024
Topic: “Three Paths to Growing Rotary”
Background: Rotary District 6990 Membership Chair 2024-2025. Rotary District 6990 Past District Governor = Rotary Club of Weston Past President
Guest Speaker: Sergio Mastrogiovanni, PhD
July 26, 2024
Topic: “Artificial Intelligence, creative disruption and the future of work”
Part II of the Annual Series of Artificial Intelligence
Background: Entrepreneur - Senior Researched in Artificial Intelligence focused on Future of Work and Smart Cities. Professor at New York University and Universidad de Buenos Aires
Guest Speaker: Robert Brooks
July 26, 2024
Topic: “The Role of Our Rotary Foundation”
Foundation Quarterly Series - Part I
Background: our Rotarian and RCoKB Secretary
4th of July’24 Liberty Grill & Picnic
Organized by the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne
Supporting the Village of Key Biscayne Parade
Tents preparations by our Rotarians
Key Biscayne Mayor Joe Rasco giving a hand to our two international Chefs.
Key Biscayne Chief of Police (and Rotarian) Frank Sousa with our two international Chefs.
Rotarians delivering food in professional manner. They made the difference
Our Rotarian leading the Liberty Grill & Picnic Event with the Parade Master of Ceremonies
RCoKB Picnic Area, full!
Saturday April 13th, 2024 from 11:30 AM
ROTARY’S TENNIS TOURNAMENT
at the Key Biscayne Beach Tennis Association
Mixed Doubles (Beginner & Intermediate)
Tickets: $ 60 (tennis & lunch) or $40 (lunch only)
how to get tickets? Via Eventbrite : https://lnkd.in/eYCgShw7
Organized by the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne
Proceeds will go directly to “Food for the Poor” organization
Guest Speaker: Dr. Steve Felton
January 12, 2024
Topic: “Hope after the Holocaust, my story”
Steve told the story of him and his family during the Holocaust in the Warsaw Ghetto. He also introduced the book written by his mother Eva Feldsztein Wasserman: “I shall lead you through the nights” that details her experiences during that time in Poland.
Many thanks Steve for your donation of two copies of the book, that our Rotarians are reading as we speak
Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 9 AM to 5 PM
The 3rd. Edition of
THE FRENCH AMERICAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
Located at LAKE PARK, E Enid Dr., Key Biscayne
ROTARY CLUB OF KEY BISCAYNE WILL PARTICIPATE WITH A STAND WITH FOOD, CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS, AND LAVENDER BAGS DEDICATED TO THE PROJECT “END POLIO NOW”
Organized by the French American Association of Crafts and Trades
THANKSGIVING Celebration at RCoKB:
Friends-Giving
November 16, 2023
Rotarians and significant others met on The Sands Building in Key Biscayne (Thanks Nearing Family for providing this gorgeous venue), it was a Potluck dinner where each Rotarian brought a traditional dish from their native country or state.
Great company, tasty dishes, great environment. A night to remember!
RCoKB President Mayra Mesa and Rotary Club District 6990 Governor Barbara Gobbi
For this GIVE MIAMI DAY, Rotary Club of Key Biscayne is focus on raising $42,000 to buy a VAN to transport sick and disabled children to medical treatments in Dominican Republic
Members of Rotary Club of Key Biscayne recently visited NPH (Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos) , a Charitable Organization in the Dominican Republic (DR) that houses and cares for over 200 children from Haiti and the DR ranging in age from 2 to 18. Many of these children have severe illnesses and disabilities.
The only vehicle this facility has for transporting children who are sick with cancer to their radiation appointments over an hour away is a dilapidated old van that is unsafe, barely functional and far from sanitary.
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne is spearheading an effort to buy a new 16 seater VAN for this incredible organization!
We need to raise $42,000 for this effort, and every dollar helps!
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne is devoting 100% of the monies raised in our 2023 Give Miami Day effort to the purchase of a VAN for these children.
Please visit www.GiveMiamiDay.org/KBRotary and make your gift any time from Monday, November 13 when the donation portal goes live, to Thursday, November 16th before midnight.
Thank you for your consideration and generosity. We will get there - one donation at a time.
Contributions towards “Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos”, Dominican Republic
helping Children with special healthcare needs due to severe disabilities
Guest Speaker: Barbara Gobbi
Current District 6990 Governor
November 03, 2023
Topic: “Update on Services and Support that the District can provide to local Rotary Clubs”
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne awarded by the District 6990 for its contributions to END POLIO NOW Project - Rotary Foundation
Mayra Mesa - Barbara Gobbi
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne awarded by the District 6990 as the #2 Club contributing to Rotary Foundation in the recent closed year 2022-2023
Patricia Romano - Barbara Gobbi - Mayra Mesa
RCoKB 2023 Social Meeting
On October 19 RCoKB Social Meeting took place at the house of Gloria Johnson in Key Biscayne (THANKS, Gloria for sharing your gorgeous place) and we had the pleasure of having a Musical Night arranged by Marine Lavaud that played violin and two musicians Kostia and Christie playing Violin and Piano. Superb executions and great night sharing good time with friends.
From 2023 RCoKB started to perform Social Meetings. At the beginning we met at The Golden Hog in Key Biscayne. Rotarians shared their stories and backgrounds as part of the Rotarians Fellowship . Surrounded by a great venus with tasty appetizers and beverages we scheduled the meeting for one Thursday in each month
Guest Speaker: Graciela Nearing, MEd, PsyD.
September 08, 2023
Topic: “Everybody Needs Somebody. Why The Attachment Bond Is an Essential Ingredient In Life”
At the end of the discussion Graciela recommended the following books on attachment:
The attachment Effect, exploring the powerful ways our earliest bonds shape Our relationships and lives. By Peter Lovenheim
A Secure Base, by John Bolwlby (my favorite)
Self Esteem: A family Affair by Jean illsley Clarke (this is not so much about bonding but about practical ways to give positive messages)
Children The Challenge, by A. Dreikurs ( old yet practical)
From July 01 2023 to June 30 2024 New RCoKB Board
Guest Speaker: Joseph Barcie, KB CubMaster
July 28, 2023
Topic: “Key Biscayne CubScouts Overview”
Joseph gave an interesting overview on how the Key Biscayne CubScouts are organized and operating in the Village and plans for the near future
Guest Speaker: Marta Culver, MD
July 07, 2023
Topic: “Medicare”
Medicare, how it works, all the details form a SHIP and SHINE Advisor.
Introduced by: Raul Damas
RECENT Rotary Club of Key Biscayne Event:
4th of July Key Biscayne Celebration Parade
RCoKB Past President, Patricia Romano. Current Secretary: Patricia Peraita
Rotary Current District Governor, Barbara Gobbi
Rotary International President Elect, Stephanie Urchick
Guest Speaker: Nicolas Alvarez Demalde
June 23, 2023
Topic: “Helping underprivileged children”
Key Biscayne young man in action: Chess for underprivileged children in Argentina
Guest Speaker: Roy Gonas (PDP)
June 16, 2023
Topic: “Rotary Internationa Grants”
Detailed explanation on how Rotary International manage Grants and how to apply for it
Guest Speaker: Ron Magill
June 09, 2023
Topic: “Miami Zoo”
Miami Zoo and its contribution to the community (from organization to current activities and plans).
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne visiting Rotary Clubs of Portofino and Rapallo in Italy and participating in “Cleaning the Beach”
May, 2023
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne had the honor to participate in the Joint Initiative of cleaning Camogli Beach organized by Rotary Club of Rapallo and Rotary Club of Portofino in Italy.
“#SpiaggePulite’ (Clean Beaches) is a great project for the Ligurian Riviera. Superb organization from the two Rotary Clubs mentioned.
Great community service provided by Rotary and active participation of the elementary school of Camogli to keep the beaches pristine.
Many thanks to Rosanna De Rosa (Rotary Club of Portofino President) and Sabino Sanguinetti (Rotary Club of Rapallo President) for the invitation to participate and for the hospitality provided. TRUE ROTARIANS!! Grazie Mille!
Rosanna De Rosa (RC Portofino) , Sabino Sanguinetti, (RC Rapallo) Cecilia & Omar Alvarez-Pousa (RCoKB)
Teachers and Students of the elementary school of Camogli cleaning the beach under Rotary Clubs of Portofino and Rapallo coordination
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne visiting Rotary Clubs of Portofino and Rapallo in Italy and participating in their Joint Meeting
May, 2023
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne had the honor to participate in the May Joint Meeting (Rotary Club of Rapallo and Rotary Club of Portofino) in Chiavari, Italy.
Superb dinner and a great Guest Speaker, Amedeo Solimano, that discussed the topic “Wars in the Mediterranean”
Many thanks to Rosanna De Rosa (Rotary Club of Portofino President) and Sabino Sanguinetti (Rotary Club of Rapallo President) for the invitation to participate in this Rotary Clubs Joint Meeting
Joint Clubs Meeting at Chiavari: Rosanna De Rosa (RC Portofino) , Sabino Sanguinetti, (RC Rapallo), Amedeo Solimano (Guest Speaker) and Wife, Anselmo Arlandini (District 2032 Governor), Tuliuo Vernazza (District 2032 Secretary)
Presents from the RCoKB to the RC of Rapallo -President Sabino Sanguinetti
RCoKB Pin awarded to RCof Portofino - President Rosanna De Rosa
Amedeo Solimano - Portofino News Director, CEO various companies
Guest Speaker, topic: “The Wars in the Mediterranean”
Guest Speaker: Mark Wigmore, fellow RCoKB Rotarian
May 26, 2023
Topic: “Why is my property insurance getting so expensive?”
Mark Wigmore discussed with the RCoKB team the current status of property insurance in Florida. More than interesting topic well detailed and discussed
Introduced by Joe Kellog
Guest Speaker: Joe Rasco, Key Biscayne Mayor
May 12, 2023
Topic: “Village of Key Biscayne - Current Issues and Plan of Action”
Joe Rasco Mayor of Key Biscayne elected in 2022 addressed the attendance with his comprehensive plan of action to improve and sustain the way of life in our Island.
The audience asked questions and escalated concerns mainly on topics related to safety (i.e. eBikes) that was addressed by the Mayor and the Chief of Police Frank Sousa
Introduced by Pat Romano
Special Event: Donation to Miami Dade College from RCoKB Dominos for Education Initiative for US $60,000
May 12, 2023
Topic: “Proceeds from Dominos for Education to MDC”
In February 2023 RCoKB developed a special event called Dominos for Education performed at The Beach Club of KB.
The net proceeds (US$ 60,000) were delivered to the Miami Dade College Foundation to support Scholarships
The Check was delivered during a solemn ceremony handing over the Big Check to the Miami Dade College Foundation authorities.
Presented by Toby Roher and Pat Romano
New Rotarian: Chief Frank Sousa
May 12, 2023
Francis Sousa, Chief of Police at the Village of Key Biscayne, is our newest Rotarian, joining our team today.
Welcome to the RCoKB Chief Frank Sousa!!!
Inducted by Michael Nearing
Guest Speaker: William Gamboa Peruchini
May 05, 2023
Topic: “Law and Justice experiences in LATAM”
JWilliam Gamboa Peruchini, lawyer, and Judge in Latin America detailed his own experiences in Venezuela and Argentina related to the Judicial System and the practice of Law
Covered by examples his conversation got the special attention to those ones interested to improve the lay and justine in Latin America
Introduced by Steve Baker
Argentinian Rotarian Visiting RCoK:
Dr. Gustavo Perez Fagonde
April 28, 2023
Former Rotary Club Caballito- Buenos Aires President and Former Governor Assistant paid a visit to RCoKB delivering a message of Rotarian Friendship and delivering beautiful presents from his Club.
Introduced by Omar Alvarez-Pousa
Guest Speaker: Jim Lane
April 28, 2023
Topic: “Innovation: Advances in 2023”
Jim Lane, Director and Editor of The Daily Digest discussed with the audience New Energy Technology Advances in 2023: Reenergize: decarbonizing our way of life, the technologies we'll use, the money we'll make.
A clear pass forward in innovation.
Introduced by Ines Lozano
Guest Speakers: Arquimides Rivero & Selene Ulloa
April 21, 2023
Topic: “Miami Dade College and Rotary”
Arquimides Rivero & Selene Ulloa (President at Rotaract Club of Miami), Students of Miami Dade College discussed their experiences, achievements,, and plans as Rotaractors.
Passion and delivery of services to our community
Introduced by Patricia Romano
Guest Speaker: Sergio Mastrogiovanni
April 14, 2023
Topic: “Artificial In telligence, ChatGPT, and the future of work”
Sergio Mastrogiovanni, NYU School of Professional Studies Professor, was the Guest Speaker in our weekly meeting to detail the impact of the Artificial Intelligence in our daily live.
We agreed to have a second session on this matter soon based on the huge interest form the audience.
Introduced by Omar Alvarez-Pousa
Guest Speaker: Graciela Robles
April 07, 2023
Topic: Finance Day I - How to create an LLC organization
Today’s Guest Speaker at Rotary Club of Key Biscayne was Graciela Robles who gave us an interesting and practical overview of how to create an LLC Organization
Thanks Graciela Robles for visiting us and instructing us on how to improve our Financial practice
Introduced by Jonathan Pinones
Guest Speaker: Adita Lang
March 31, 2023
Topic: Good Nutrition Part II
Today’s Guest Speaker at Rotary Club of Key Biscayne was Adita Lang who gave us a fascinating overview of how food is energy, and the different amounts of energy coming from carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
Adita Lang also detailed the four pillars of health and how they create the ultimate health when combined in the right proportions.
This dissertation is part of our Good Nutrition Program.
Thanks Adita Lang for visiting us and instructing us on how to improve our diet and health
Introduced by Ivette Yrizarry
Free exercise classes on line link: https://www.youtube.com/@silverandfit
Link for Adita’s books: publishing - Adita Lang
Guest Speaker: Susan Westfall
March 24, 2023
Topic: "WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME", City Theater and its longtime roots on Key Biscayne"
Introduced by Toby Rohrer
Guest Speaker: PDG Dr. Graham Jones
March 17, 2023, from Australia
Topic: "Development of a malaria vaccine at Griffith University, status and plans "
Introduced by Steve Baker
Guest Speaker: Barbara Gobbi
Next District Governor 2023-2024
March 10, 2023
Topic: "Create Hope in the World and how it ties into our District Plans 2023-2024 "
Introduced by Patricia Romano
Guest Speakers: Steve Williamson, City Manager and Roland Damimy PhD, Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer
March 03, 2023
Topic: "Village of Key Biscayne - Resilient Infrastructure & Adaptation Program "
Introduced by Patricia Romano
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SUCCESSFUL BRAZILIAN NIGHT EVENT
Friday February 24, 2023 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Venue: Key Biscayne Beach Club Inc. 685 Ocean Dr. - Key Biscayne
Brazilian Night , a Charitable Event
Flying High 4 Haiti & Rotary Club of Key Biscayne sponsor this event to fund Education and Healthcare to Children and its Community in Haiti and Dominican Republic
Sold out event (one week before)
Churrasco Night
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne
Key Biscayne local authorities
Brazilian Table Al Fresco
Celebrating Brazilian Carnaval
February 2023, Birthdays Celebration
MICHAEL NEARING
CLINT BUSH
RCoKB Signature
Our RCoKB Three Tenors Singing “GOD BLESS AMERICA” during the opening of our weekly meetings
Bob Brooks - Peter Verbeeck - Clint Bush
Rotary Club of Key Biscayne Weekly Meetings
From July 15, 2022 every Friday at 7:30 AM we meet at our new location: Turtle Community Room @ Village Hall (88 W McIntyre St, Key Biscayne, Florida- 33149).
In the News: The Islander
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