Events

Come socialize with your fellow Rotarians , their significant others, and guests.

5:30 PM. 

Coming October 6th, Kerri Rivas on "CHP Task Force on Human Trafficking"
Kerri Rivas works with the California Highway Patrol’s efforts to combat human trafficking, bringing a law-enforcement perspective to the identification, investigation, and prevention of trafficking in California. Through collaboration with law enforcement agencies and community partners, her work focuses on increasing awareness, recognizing indicators of trafficking, and helping protect vulnerable individuals.

During her presentation to the Rotary Club of La Jolla, Kerri will provide insight into human trafficking, how law enforcement responds to it, warning signs the public should recognize, and ways communities can help support prevention efforts.

Our speaker will be Kerri Rivas

California Highway Patrol Officer on human traficking

Please RSVP by Sunday noon

Our speaker will be District Governor Jeb Bakke 

Governor Bakke will share insights from his Rotary leadership and recognize members for their service, commitment, and contributions to Rotary’s mission.

Please RSVP by Sunday noon

Coming October 13th, Jeb Bakke District Governor on "District Governor visit and Paul Harris volunteer recognitions"

Join the Rotary Club of La Jolla as we welcome District Governor Jeb Bakke for a special club presentation and award ceremony. Governor Baake will share insights from his Rotary leadership and recognize members for their service, commitment, and contributions to Rotary’s mission.

The program will be an opportunity to hear directly from our District Governor, celebrate the impact of Rotary service, and recognize those helping lead and strengthen our Rotary community.

Our speaker will be Alexander "Sasha" Gershunov

Sasha will share insights into El Niño in a Warming World: Canon and Heresy

Please RSVP by Sunday noon

Coming October 20th, Alexander Gershunov on "El Nino in a Warming World: Canon and Heresy"

About the Speaker

Alexander “Sasha” Gershunov is a research meteorologist with Climate, Atmospheric Science and Physical Oceanography (CASPO) at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. His interdisciplinary research explores the connections among weather, climate, and society.

Research Interests
His work focuses on:
• Links between regional weather extremes and large-scale climate variability and change
• The effects of weather and climate on wildfires, energy systems, ecosystems, water resources, and public health
• The influence of climate on society and human influence on the climate system

Education
• Ph.D., Climatology — University of California, Santa Barbara, 1996
• M.S., Statistics and Applied Probability — University of California, Santa Barbara, 1989

• B.S., Mathematics — University of California, Irvine, 1986

Professional Experience
• Postgraduate Research Meteorologist — Climate Research Division, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, 1996–2000
• NASA Global Change Research Fellow — Geography Department, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1992–1995
• Taught courses in meteorology and climate science at UC Santa Barbara, UC San Diego, and Universidad de Alcalá de Henares
• Served as an expert witness in major cases involving downslope wind events and wildfires, including proceedings before the California Public Utilities Commission and the Commercial Court of England

Selected Awards
• NASA Global Change Research Fellow, 1992–1995
• Rotary Foundation International Teaching Grant, 2004
• John Muir Environmental Fellow, 2017

Coming October 24th, with Kiwanis, La Jolla Sunrise and La Jolla Golden Triangle for Community Service "Together San Diego"

Rotary Club of La Jolla
Annual League House Holiday Luncheon & Volunteer Opportunity

Thursday, December 3, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Location: League House Dining Room, La Jolla

Join us for one of our cherished Rotary holiday traditions as we bring joy, friendship, and holiday cheer to the senior residents of League House!

This year's celebration will feature a festive Snow & Snowmen theme, a special holiday luncheon, poinsettias for the residents, and a raffle featuring donated gifts and prizes.

With 29 senior residents currently living at League House, we're looking for Rotary members to help make this gathering especially meaningful. 

How You Can Participate:

• Wednesday, December 2 – Decorating: Help transform the League House dining room into a winter wonderland.

• Thursday, December 3 – Holiday Luncheon at Noon: Volunteer to serve lunch, visit with residents, and assist with the celebration.

• Donate a Raffle Prize: Contributions such as $20 gift certificates to local La Jolla businesses, gift baskets, or other thoughtful prizes are greatly appreciated.

This annual event is a wonderful reminder that sometimes the greatest gift we can give is our time, kindness, and companionship.

Please RSVP With Penny Shurtleff and let us know how you'd like to participate. Additional event details and invitations will be shared in early November.

We look forward to celebrating the season together and making this a memorable afternoon for our League House neighbors!

Service Above Self
Rotary Club of La Jolla