Rotary International Convention 2008
Los Angeles is the ideal stage for Rotary International’s annual extravaganza. L.A. is the second largest city in the United States and teems with activity and culture — from its star-studded motion picture industry to its picturesque beachfront communities and resorts. To the world, L.A. conjures glittering images of Hollywood’s storied reputation
— neon-lit theaters and nightclubs, award ceremonies, and the myriad celebrities whose names are inscribed in five-pointed stars along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. But the City of Angels is more than an entertainment mecca with palm trees and ample sunshine. It’s an international hub for the arts, fine dining, fashion, and seaside recreation.
People from 140 countries, speaking 86 languages, call L.A. home, making it one of only two cities in the United States without a majority population. During your visit, you will bask in a Mediterranean climate and the warm friendship of many local Rotarians. There are 182 Rotary clubs and 8,600 members within a 45-mile radius of downtown L.A., and 375 clubs with more than 18,000 Rotarians from the seven RI districts in California and Nevada that are hosting the convention.
By participating in an RI Convention, you’ll gain a broader appreciation of Rotary’s global impact and strengthen your commitment to service. And seeing how Rotary Shares may move your invited guests to become Rotarians too. Here are some other great reasons to See the Stars! in 2008: (1) Service projects. Find out how fellow Rotarians developed their service projects by visiting club and district project booths. You can also partner with other Rotarians in an international project or exchange. (2) The Rotary Foundation. Learn more about PolioPlus and other Foundation programs during plenary sessions and workshops that show how Rotarians take humanitarian action and promote peace and understanding throughout the world. (3) Development of future club leaders. Expand your network of international contacts by getting to know Rotary leaders and members from your own district, and become more involved in district plans. (4) Club administration. Attend a special workshop for incoming presidents and the Presidents-Elect Luncheon, where you can meet and exchange ideas with fellow leaders. (5) Family fun. With so much to do around Los Angeles and throughout California, you and your family can plan a memorable vacation around the convention.
Venue: Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015 USA +1-213-741-1151 www.lacclink.com You can also register online by just going to http://www.rotary.org/events/conventions/2008/index.html or simply go to the RI website.
