"The oldest continuously operating club in the world south of the Tropic of Cancer"
Tuesday’s Program
Celebrating Peace, Service, and New Beginnings
Last Tuesday, we enjoyed an inspiring Zoom meeting featuring our fellow Rotarians Marilú Ramírez, Luis Rivera Ramírez, and Dr. Luis Nieves.
Luis Rivera Ramírez, one of Rotary's young leaders, shared the history and significance of the Polo de la Paz, a beautiful symbol of Rotary's commitment to peace that has been passed from club to club throughout Puerto Rico for many years. He explained the tradition behind this meaningful emblem and how it represents Rotary's enduring commitment to building peace and fostering understanding among our communities.
The program also featured the winning entries from the Peace Against Violence student video competition. Created by students from schools across Puerto Rico, the videos delivered thoughtful and inspiring messages promoting peace, respect, and nonviolence. Their creativity, passion, and hope reminded us that young people have a powerful voice in shaping a more peaceful future.
A special thank you to Sal Nolfo for leading this outstanding initiative and for providing students with a platform to express their vision for a more peaceful Puerto Rico. We hope this competition becomes a biennial tradition, continuing to inspire future generations to promote peace through creativity, dialogue, and leadership.
Rotary Club of San Juan on Social Media
Be sure to follow the Rotary Club of San Juan on social media! We are launching a renewed communications campaign to share more of our service projects, speakers, community activities, and the impact our club is making throughout Puerto Rico. Help us spread the Rotary message by following, liking, commenting, and sharing our posts.
Upcoming Events
June 30 – Change of Command Luncheon
Join us as we celebrate another successful Rotary year and officially welcome our incoming leadership during our Change of Command Luncheon at AFDA. We look forward to recognizing the accomplishments of this past year and beginning another year of "Service Above Self."
July 7 – Fourth of July Celebration
Kick off the new Rotary year with fellowship and fun! Join us at AFDA for our Fourth of July Celebration. Wear your Bermuda shorts, picnic attire, or your favorite red, white, and blue, and enjoy an afternoon of friendship, laughter, and Rotary spirit. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Enid
Photos by: FR José M. (Pepito) Rivero P.D.G.
Dear Fellow Rotarians:
Last Tuesday we were invited to celebrate our social night at Atlantic University, located in Guaynabo, in what used to be the old City Hall (Alcaldia). The facade has been protected, and inside, they have done a terrific job of converting the building into new classrooms, labs and other facilities for their approximately 1,200 students. It was founded in 1983, it is a private, non-profit institution which specializes in digital arts, media and technology, including programs in digital design and computer animation.
Its President, attorney Alexandra Barquin, was an excellent host for the evening, explaining all about the University. She took us to one of the communications labs, with all the latest facilities for the students. She explained how the students use creative technology and other endeavors to serve the community.
They treated us to a delightful buffet, and all our members were very appreciative of their hospitality. Thanks also to Dr. Ramon Barquin, Alexandra's husband, who is a member of our Club but couldn't attend because he was in a commercial mission outside Puerto Rico.
Hope to see you next week at AFDA, with our then guest, Professor Cox Alomar.
Take good care of yourselves.
Delia Colorado
Vice President
🍀 Celebrate St. Patrick’s for a Cause 🍀
Join us on March 17 at Ocean Lab Brewing and raise a glass for education. 💚
This event supports our Student Scholarship Program, benefiting Fundación Estéfano and Hogar del Buen Pastor.
🎟️ Early Registration: $35 (through March 15)
🎟️ Late Registration or at the Door: $40
Includes 2 drinks, an assortment of appetizers, and 20% off additional purchases.
📅 March 17 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Ocean Lab Brewing – Liberty Square at San Patricio Plaza
Reserve your spot and celebrate while making a difference! ⚙️💛
FR Juanita Valentín-Morris, P.P., P.D.G.
Hogar Buen Pastor more Information, click on the next line:We sadly announce that our oldest Rotary member Dr. Rafael Aponte, died at the age of 97. He was a Rotarian for over 60 years. His memorial service and viewing will be at Ehret funeral parlor, Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 2:00 PM on; with a mass at 6:00PM. Our condolences to his wife Margarita and family. He will be missed.
Yours in Rotary,
Juanita
Yours in Rotary,
Juanita
CONGRATULATIONS to JOSE "PEPITO" RIVERO OLMEDO, who was honored by District 7000 for his outstanding efforts as Editor of San Juan Rotary's e-Garita. The weekly newsletter delivers the Rotary message and our Club activities to members and island fellow Rotarians.
DISTRICT GOVERNOR Juanita Valentin Morris presented Rotary International's 100 YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP certificate to Club President José M.(Pepito) Rivero Olmedo, P.D.G. in recognition of San Juan Rotary's century of the Object of Rotary, Service Above Self.
Celebrating 107 Anniversary
San Juan, PR 00907
United States of America