Over 70 guests attended the second annual Notre Dame Club of San Diego Christmas Brunch last weekend at beautiful La Jolla Country Club. Tony Alessandra did a magnificent job as our emcee; everything flowed smoothly and we finished on time. Fr. Brian Kelly gave a wonderful and insightful homily during the Mass. Colin O’Brien shined as a lector; so did JoAnna Whitton as the Eucharistic Minister.
Ken Stimeling gave us all a nice intro to the club and its activities and warmly encouraged everyone to join. We had a nice email from the donor of the $35 million Hesburgh-Yusko merit scholarship program congratulating Julie Gattenio on her achievements and extending their Christmas greetings to the Notre Dame family in San Diego. Julie gave us all an insight into the program and her plans for the future.
Bob Bernhard, the Notre Dame Vice President for Research gave us a quick overview of research at Notre Dame via Skype and answered live questions form the audience even though he was in his office in the Main Building at Notre Dame. The New York steak was tender and juicy; the herb-crusted salmon was flavorful and perfectly prepared. Both were served with courtesy by the staff. Many enjoyed the cocktails before and the photos afterward in the Club’s living room with a spectacular tree and fireplace.
Thanks to all who attended and we look forward to another successful event in 2012.
