Lobster on the Green event to include special award to outstanding volunteers

FALLBROOK – On Friday, Sept. 18, Rotary Club of Fallbrook will host its annual 'Lobster on the Green' fundraiser at the Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens in Fallbrook.

The gala will include cocktails, appetizers, and a silent auction followed by dinner and a live auction. Net proceeds are reinvested in local charities and international projects. This event has helped the Rotary Club of Fallbrook fund over $400,000 in charitable grants ($30k to $40k annually).

In addition at this year's event, Rotary Club of Fallbrook will honor Reserve Deputy Sheriff Capt. Ken Pipes and his wife, Sharon Pipes, Sheriff's Department volunteer, for their longtime community service with Rotary’s 'Service Above Self' award.

Long before his life of service to his community, Lt. Colonel Pipes endeared himself to his men and country for 25 years of distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps.

In 1967-68, Lt. Colonel Pipes commanded Bravo Company 1/26 during the Tet Offensive and 77 Day Siege of Khe Sanh, considered to be one of the longest and bloodiest battles of the entire Vietnam War. His awards include a Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart.

During his 25 years as a San Diego County Sheriff Reserve Patrol Deputy, Pipes served as a sergeant and reserve unit lieutenant working patrol from the Vista and Fallbrook Stations. Recently, Pipes was promoted to reserve captain working with North County Sheriff’s Stations in Encinitas, Vista, San Marcos, and Poway.

Sharon Pipes, like all devoted Marine wives, supported her husband and raised their two sons. For 18 years, Sharon has logged over 12,000 hours as a Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation Senior Volunteer Patrol member. As the Bonsall Sheriff’s storefront manager, Sharon supports its multifaceted missions including the YANA (You Are Not Alone) Program which makes 15,000 contacts annually to check on the wellbeing of seniors who live alone.

For more information about the Lobster on the Green event, or to buy tickets, please call (760) 694-8688 or go to the Rotary website at http://www.fallbrookrotary.org.