Rotary Club Holds Holiday Party
Active Service Organization Celebrates at Viva Restaurant
On December 15, members and guests of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara celebrated at the club’s Holiday Party held at the new Viva Restaurant (former home of El Cielito). The serious rain and cold weather did not deter this enthusiastic group from gathering for some good holiday cheer.
After the reception in Viva’s private dining room, Club Service Director Pamela Galvin and President Jim Stretchberry welcomed the guests and invited them to enjoy the buffet dinner. While cocktails featured traditional Mexican red and white sangria, the meal was classic and creative American cuisine with roast turkey and mashed potatoes offered alongside parmesan and herb-crusted sea bass.
While there are several Rotary Clubs in the area, the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara is the region’s original club. It dates back to 1918 and currently has 110 members. Rotary is a service organization with members committed to volunteering their time and making financial contributions to worthy causes in their own community and internationally. Also, members enjoy networking and social activities.
