Last weeks meeting
President Sam led a short discussion about COVID-19 implications for our weekly meeting. Decision: Continue as normal...... Ok to replace handshake with elbow bumps or other greeting alternatives...
Our club has donated to BC Guide dogs and a trainee puppy has been give the name "Sunrise". Sunrise was the star attraction as we heard about the enjoyment of being a home host trainer.
Debbie T introduced Marie Radcliffe from SD 38, she spoke about the "Alternate Programs" available to students in Richmond. Marie works for SD 38's Learning Services Dept. She says their focus is on "whats good for kids". Following her presentation she allowed questions, and there were many. An interesting subject for our members. Chris M thanked our speaker.
22 members in attendance
Visitors
- Sunrise (4 month old BC Guide Dog puppy)
- Joni Wright (BC Guide Dog)
- Peggy (home host trainer)
- Tracy Green
- Marie (missed last name) Speaker
Sergeant At Arms Tidbits
(Debbie M SAA)
- Ron's cruise (Italy) is still "on", nervously awaiting cancellation... Should not have to wait long as per news today...
- John M and Sandy were out hiking, Sandy took a fall and hit her head - causing a concussion injury. Wishing Sandy a quick recovery..... Oh, and KATY PERRY is pregnant -- John keeps his eye on important worldwide developments now that he is retired...
- Marg assured everyone that cataract surgery is simple, quick and painless based on her recent experience.......
- Bob reported observing a "tussle" at Costco recently - can you just picture two grown men shouting "that is MY toilet paper"!...
- Larry has been extremely busy at work and appealed to the general population "gotta stop dying" - some smarty commented "get bigger oven"..
- Debbie M - Deadline for Paul Harris nominations is March 15 - see below
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Meanderings
Did you know? Speaking of Italy - Its official name is Repubblica Italiana. The Italian flag is green, white and red. Italy is a democratic republic and is a founding member of the European Union. Prior to Italian unification (also known as the Risorgimento), the United States had diplomatic relations with the main entities of the Italian peninsula: the Kingdom of Sardinia, the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, and the Papal States.
Rotary Club Focus - March is Youth Month
Upcoming Events
(new items in bold)
- Mar 31 (Tues) - Auction Meeting, 6 PM at Ron's (Fin Road)
- Apr 2 - Basket contents to Amanda
- Apr 21 - Basket weaving at Larry's Life Center
- Apr 24 to 26 - District Conference at Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver
- May 1, 2020 - Annual Auction
- May 7 - Meeting location Branscombe House
- Jun 14- 28 - Friendship exchange to Russia
Committee (and other) Updates
From Mary Lou: I have booked a table of eight for the Richmond Sunrise Rotary for Pathways Clubhouse annual Taking Care of Business breakfast. There isn't a cost, but there is an expectation there will be a donation. Past member Georgina Patko will be joining us. Please register through ClubRunner and not Pathways so I can track the numbers. Thanks for your support.
From Debbie M., Foundation Chair: DUE BY MAR 15 (Repeat) Just a friendly reminder to be thinking about who you would like to nominate for our Internal Paul Harris and our External Paul Harris. Please write the name of the person you are nominating and a brief reason or story why you have nominated that person.
Rotary Auction Gala May 1, 2020 (will repeat until Apr 30)
Friday Night Fever
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Action
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Details
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Deadline date
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Obtain silent auction items
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Minimum retail value $50.
At least 6 items, more if possible. Enter in online database (use template provided) starting Feb. 1.
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April 2
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Invite guests
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Pay Carolyn (or etransfer) for tickets
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April 17
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Obtain gift certificates
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Enter in online database. Give to Pat.
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April 17
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Collect basket items (wine, glasses, etc.)
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Give to Amanda
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April 2
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Basket making evening
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At Richmond Life Centre(Larry’s)
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April 21 6 PM
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Ballroom silent auction setup
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Bring your labelled auction items
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April 30 right after rotary meeting
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Reminders for guests:
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Bring charged phones
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Bring phone chargers
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Bring cash for games
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Register and log in to auction website
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Advise of table number
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Dress for disco (or just dress well)
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Today's Chuckle
A man walks into a police station and announces, “My wife’s gone missing.”
The police officer says, “OK sir, we’ll help you. Since when has your wife been missing?”
The man replies, “Since about a month ago.”-
The police officer is shocked, “What? A month?! Why on Earth are you coming only now?!”-
“Well… I’ve ran out of clean clothes to put on.”
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