Rotary Bulletin - March 29, 2012

Posted by Karen Noiles 
on Mar 29, 2012
 

CHAIRPERSON

O'Canada....Blessing....Breakfast

ImageMarita Webb chaired this meeting while Wynn greeted us upon arrival.

President Ken opened the meeting with heart-felt sympathy to Wayne and Sandy (Harper) for the sudden death of their son, Todd.  He encouraged all of us to come together as a community to help in any way during their difficult time.

Our Positive Thought for the day… “Procrastination is the thief of time.” ~ Marita Webb

VISITORS

ImageJudy Linkletter joined us again this morning.

GUESTS
Image "Dad"Image Lisa
Guest speaker Joanna Perkin brought along her father Ron and introducer (as well as former Rotarian) Lisa Smith.

BIRTHDAYS
Wayne and Robin

ANNIVERSARIES
None

MAKE-UPS
ImageImageWynn told us of nine which he did while in Florida (more to come!);

Barb J. also reported two;

RYE Committee met this past week (names are to be given to Barb J.);

PIN PAL
None reported.

$$$ 50/50 $$$
Josh won the pot of $11.00!!

HAPPY DOLLARS

ImageJosh was happy to have won 50/50 and was happy to give it right back!  He also stated that business is going well and that he got all the running he needed during our breakfast (up and down those stairs!);

ImageBarb J was happy to hear that the breakfast went well.  She’s also glad to be home but a little sad to leave Sandle Wreaths behind.

ImageCathy was pleased with the breakfast and with all the wonderful help during it!  She felt bad for the upstairs crew thinking they might be isolated from the actual breakfast.

Lisa Smith was also happy to be joining us this morning and having the opportunity to introduce our guest speaker.

ImageOve has his wife back home.  Enough said.

ImageKen announced the upcoming fundraiser of the Moncton West Riverview Rotary club: Hand-bag Auction.

Wynn is happy to be home…and happy to have read (in the latest The Rotarians) of the great strides being made in Africa concerning Polio.  He is also thrilled (and proud) that his 13-year-old granddaughter advanced in her curling.

Dale is happy that the breakfast is over!  Also happy about the new storage space available for Rotary in the Save-Easy basement.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Fundraising – Gayle
Tickets are now available for the upcoming Wine/Beer Tasting event.  A reminder that this committee meets every Wednesday at 12:15pm at Bistro 96.  All are welcome.

RYE
A meeting was held last Thursday at the Scotia Bank at 5pm.  The following duties were appointed:

  • Barb J – Outbound students
  • Louise – Counsellor
  • Marita – Counsellor
  • Patricia – Chairperson
  • Dianne – to remain as advisor

UPCOMING MEETINGS

Executive will meet next Wednesday, April 4th, at Mary’s at 6:00pm.

PRESIDENT’S TIME
  • President Ken will be an assistant to the incoming District Governor  for a one-year period.
  • Ken is pleased with the appointments of the new people to the RYE Committee and went on to say that he has been so appreciative of Dianne’s past years with the program and looks forward to her continued support in that area.
  • Ken announced the birth of Robin’s new son, Edward (Ned).
  • And, on behalf of Trish, welcoming members, new and old, to open their minds to becoming involved with whatever committee that sparks their interest. 

GUEST SPEAKER
ImageJoanna Perkin was introduced by guest, Lisa Smith.  Joanne is planning a trip to Kenya (to help build a school) via Free the Children, a sister organization of Me-to-We.  Both charity groups can be accessed online at www.metowe.com and www.freethechildren.com.

As part of Joanna’s fundraising (cost anticipated at $6,000), she will be having a concert at Live Bait on April 5th @ 7:30pm and selling baked goods at the Farmer’s Market.  She also distributed a pledge sheet to Rotarians along with a business card with addition information.

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As stated above, her mission while in Kenya is to help with the building of a school.  For every school that is built, the government promises to provide one teacher.  There will be approximately 10-15 other participants (students) and their facilitators.  Upon return from Kenya, Joanna will be attending Mount Allison University.
Image Gayle thanked Joanna for speaking to us today.

Writer's Note:  Many thanks to Patricia who took notes during my absence!!

The meeting adjourned with the stating of the 4-Way Test.

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