May 16th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, Interact, News and Events.
Today the Rotary Club Sofia International held its regular meeting with a special presentation from the members of the Rotary sponsored Interact Club Sofia International at Merridian 22 High-School. The Interact members presented their work for the past couple of months in front of the RCSI members by having a specially prepared multimedia presentation. The activities of the Interact Club Sofia International are on a wide scale – the Interact members involve theirselves in fundraising initiatives for the charity events as well as deliver goods and spend time with other children from orphanages on a regular basis.
Also at the meeting was announced the sum that was raised at the Successful Beer, Meat & Snacks Tasting Night – Charity Fundraiser and the main organizer – Mr. Andrey Stoychev was gratituded for his work on the event. Also an update on the SOFIMUN 2012 project was delivered by Mr. Dimiter Mandradjiev.
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May 11th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Projects, Video.
The Rotary Club Sofia International organized the first ever Beer, Meat & Snacks Tasting Night, a charity event which raised funds for a noble cause. The event gathered public figures and business representatives at Club MOOD in the center of Sofia city (underpass on “Vasil Levski” Boulevard and “Rakovska” street) on the second Friday of May (May 11, 2012). Starting at 7:00 PM (19:00 h.) the organizers had prepared a special program including a presentation of 2 Bulgarian beers, “supported” by meat products specially prepared by a master-chef with the help of the unique for Bulgaria slow cooking utilities CROCK-POT. The event also hosted an auction on interesting artefacts that are related to the beer, meat and snacks that were placed for bidding on the spot. A charity raffle/lottery was also in favor of all those who wished to test their own luck . The initiative was also the SUMMER OPENING PARTY of Rotary Club Sofia International and there were even more surpries for all out guests.
You will be amazed by the products from our partners:
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May 9th, 2012 - posted in News and Events.
Dear friends, the Rotary Club Sofia International informs you all that the meeting on May 9, 2012 will not be held due to the event on Friday – the NEXT (11 May): Beer, Meat & Snacks Tasting Night – Charity Fundraiser. See you on Friday!
May 5th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Video.

The participants from RCSI (and 1 behind the camera)
The Rotary Club Sofia International took part in the traditional Annual Rotary Football Tournament of Rotary Club Sofia Vitosha and Rotaract Club Sofia Vitosha. It took place at Academic Stadium in Sofia city on May 5, 2012. The more than 150 players, cheerleaders and audience were greeted by the Past-District-Governor, Mr. Plamen Minev and by Ms. Vasilena Dranchovska, President 2012-2013 of Rotaract Club Sofia Vitosha. The opening ceremony was conducted with the help of Ms. Boiana Bankova. The tournament gathered many Rotarians, Rotaractors and Interactors from most of the Sofia Rotary clubs for the time from 09:00 – 17:00 h. and made this event a truely Rotarian initiative. Every team had 6 players + 1 goalkeeper. After having 2 groups formed from 5 teams each, every group qualified 2 teams to the semi-finals. In the Final match there were the teams of Rotaract Club Sofia Balkan (A real-professional football team in C division of Sofia) and the team of Friends of Rotary (compilation of players on the spot). The match started intense for Rotaract Club Sofia Balkan. The champion was decided after a penalty session – CHAMPION FOR 2012 of the ROTARY ANNUAL FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT of Rotary Club Sofia Vitosha and Rotaract Club Sofia Vitosha is the team Friends of Rotary. On behalf of the Rotary Club Sofia International participated in the event Mr. Plamen Lazarov (President of RCSI) and the members Mr. Andrey Stoychev, Mr. Dimiter Mandradjiev and Ms. Ani Hristova. The team of Rotary Club Sofia Vitosha qualified 3rd with the goalkeeper, Mr. Dimiter Mandradjiev.
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May 2nd, 2012 - posted in Future projects, News and Events.
The Rotary Club Sofia International is organizing the first ever Beer, Meat & Snacks Tasting Night, a charity event which aims to raise funds for a noble cause. The event is going to gather public figures and business representatives at Club MOOD in the center of Sofia city (underpass on “Vasil Levski” Boulevard and “Rakovska” street) on the second Friday of May (May 11, 2012). Starting at 7:00 PM (19:00 h.) the organizers have prepared a special program including a presentation of German beer, “supported” by meat products specially prepared by a master-chef with the help of the unique for Bulgaria slow cooking utilities CROCK-POT. The event will also host an auction on interesting artefacts that are related to the beer, meat and snacks that will be placed for bidding on the spot. A charity raffle/lottery will also be in favor of all those who wish to test their own luck . The initiative is also the SUMMER OPENING PARTY of Rotary Club Sofia International and there will be even more surpries for all out guests.
You will be amazed by the products from our partners:
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April 25th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Projects.
The Rotary Club Sofia International had the pleasure to have today a wonderful meeting during which the Dominican Cigars Santa Ana and Azteca were presented by Mr. Nikolay Dikov, Rotaract Club Sofia City member, who explained and gave the guests the ability to acquire the precious products. The presentation was during the regular meeting of Rotary Club Sofia International which gathered many guests from other Rotary clubs, Rotaract member and young Interact friends from Interact Sofia Tangra FELS. The Interact members presented and invited the gathered audience to attend a charity exhibition of paintings of orphans on May 2, 2012 at 6 “Shipka str.” gallery starting at 18:00. Other business was also discussed and fellowship was enjoyed.
More about Azteca and Santa Ana cigars:
www.aztecacigars.com
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April 11th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Projects.
The chairman of the NGO “Open Youth” Association was a special guest at the regular meeting of Rotary Club Sofia International this Wednesday. Mr. Daniel Vankov was invited by RCSI member Mr. Dimiter Mandradjiev in order to presented 2 projects that are focused on the issues concerning the road safety measures and policies in Bulgaria and in the EU. The usually normal Rotary meeting was quite interesting when Mr. Vankov asked one of the members to put on the AlcoSpectacles which simulate the physical coordination of movements of a human who has used alcohol.
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April 4th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Projects.
By the invitation of the President of Rotary Club Sofia International, Mr. Plamen Lazarov, a joint meeting with Rotary Club Sofia Center was initiated. This was the second joint meeting between the 2 clubs in this year. H.E. Mr. Stefano Benazzo, Ambassodor Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Italy to the Republic of Bulgaria was a special guest at the joint meeting of Rotary Club Sofia International and Rotary Club Sofia Center. The meeting took place in the Metropolitan Hotel in Sofia city and it was hosted by the Rotary Club Sofia International. H.E. Mr. Stefano Benazzo addressed the gathering on a topic related to international cooperation and the advancement of international understanding. A short Q&A follow-up was implemented.
Also at the meeting, the Edoardo Miroglio wine producing company presented 3 of its exclusive and deluxe wines.
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March 28th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Projects.
Today the members and guests of Rotary Club Sofia International had the opportunity to enjoy a special deluxe tasting evening and thus have a social meeting rather than a regular meeting. The event was organized by the President of the Rotary Club Sofia International, Mr. Plamen Lazarov and it was meant as a social and cultural members and guests only event. The meeting was held in the exclusive The Residence Club famous with the high-class service and products that are offered to its guests. The main theme of the event was the tasting of 9 prize-winning wines from the Domaine Boyar production company. The enologist of Domaine Boyar, Mr. Tzvetan Vuchkov, personally explained and demonstrated tasting techniques to the audience. The tasting was garnished with delicious gourmet meals specially selected per each wine that was being tasted.
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March 14th, 2012 - posted in Galleries, News and Events, Projects.
By the invitation of the President of Rotary Club Sofia International, Mr. Plamen Lazarov, a joint meeting with Rotary Club Sofia Center was initiated. This was the first joint meeting between the 2 clubs in this year. H.E. Ms. Sheila Camerer, Ambassodor Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of South Africa to the Republic of Bulgaria was a special guest at the joint meeting of Rotary Club Sofia International and Rotary Club Sofia Center. The meeting took place in the Metropolitan Hotel in Sofia city and it was hosted by the Rotary Club Sofia Center. H.E. Ms. Sheila Camerer addressed the gathering on a topic related to international cooperation and the advancement of international understanding. A short Q&A follow-up was implemented.
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