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Once a Past President, always a Past President

RCNB — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:40:50 +0000

Past Presidents of the Rotary Club of Newport-Balboa spanning four decades gathered on Gary Myers' beautiful yacht, Wanderlust, to reminisce while enjoying the harbor.

Take a look at the new photo gallery from the cruise.

Honors for outstanding Rotarians

RCNB — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 05:02:45 +0000

At the recent Presidential Demotion Night, outgoing President Victor Currie announced the awards for outstanding Rotary achievement in the 2008-2009 Rotary Year.

Dan Hoffmann was announced as Rotarian of the Year. Hoffman, the Club's International Services Director, also doubled up with international duties at the district, plus led a Group Study Exchange Team of local young business leaders to Bavaria.

The Community Service Award went to Dr. Art Walton, longtime organizer of the Frank E. Anderson Memorial Track Meet.

Club Secretary Bob Merring was awarded both the Icebreaker of the Year Award for the most active new Rotarian as well as Bob Callis Award chosed by the club president for the person who has been the most helpful to the president throughout the year.

Congratulations to all!

Victor Currie hands off Presidency to Marc Aarons

RCNB — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 04:30:56 +0000

2008-2009 Club President Victor Currie was treated to an Oscar-themed sendoff and roast at the annual presidential Demotion Night. Currie was greated by hoards of camera-bearing paparazzi as he entered walking down the red carpet, followed by an awards ceremony in which Currie somehow ended up with all the statues.

At the end, Currie thanked the club members and his Board for a great year, then passed on the President's Pin to 2009-2010 President Marc Aarons, who officially takes the reigns July 1.

Click here to view photos from the party.

RCNB celebrates 70 years of service

RCNB — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:40:33 +0000

This July, the Rotary Club of Newport-Balboa celebrated its 70th Anniversary of making an difference in the Newport Beach community and around the world.

Special Events Chair Lauren Reeves and her team created a 1930s/40s vibe to celebrate the era when Rotary first started impacting the Newport Beach area.

City Councilman Keith Curry presented club President Victor Currie with a proclamation from the city honoring the club's impact, and District Governor Roger McGonegal presented a 70th Anniversary rosette for the club banner.

Click here to view photos from the event.