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Miracle League Northshore
Dec. 01, 2015
WDSU anchor and reporter Heath Allen is also a member of the Steering Committee of Miracle League Northshore. He will speak to us about the major initiative to establish a Miracle League field at Coquille like the one built on "the fly" in New Orleans in close coordination with Children's Hospital. The Miracle Field is a specially constructed baseball field that uses a cushioned, synthetic turf to accommodate wheelchairs and other walking assistance devices that, along with appropriate support facilities, is designed specifically for use by children with disabilities. Heath Allen is a key member of the team working to create a field for the children and families of St. Tammany Parish. See plans for the Miracle League Northshore park here Covington Rotary's 2nd Annual Quack-A-Falaya has designated Miracle League as its major beneficiary; we are also studying the possibility of applying for a Global Grant through Rotary International in conjunction with clubs within D6840 and around the world in the amount of $300,000. That amount would allow us to name the field, "Covington Rotary Miracle League Field" and have an important visible reminder of the good work that we do in our community.
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Fellowship and Chirstmas Spirit
Dec. 15, 2015
Every year, we celebrate the holidays by coming together for our major project, Feeding the Needy. A lot of work is done behind the scenes prior to the work days and we will bring everyone up to speed at the December 15 meeting. We will also use this meeting as an opportunity for fellowship, one of the major reasons for joining Rotary. We ask each member to bring a $15 wrapped gift. Put your name on the gift and place it in the basket when you arrive. Each person will select one gift and tell a story. The giver of the gift is the next to choose...and so on until the basket is empty and everyone has a chance to speak. If you don't remember to bring a gift, we will have some for you to purchase and share or you can buy a gift certificate from The Chimes. We hope everyone will come. Bring a friend, a potential new member, or a family member. Our Exchange Student, Van, will also be there (as soon as he finished his morning exams) and we hope everyone will bring a personal gift for him, too, to show him our cultural tradition of giving this time of year. We are his hosts and this is a cultural experience for him. |
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Louisiana Project Coordinator/Outdoor Recreation Planner National Park Service/RTCA
Jan. 05, 2016
Stacye is currently working with the City of Covington and several other local agencies on the Paddle Trails Project, bringing more attention to Louisiana Waterways, including the Bogue Falaya. As we move into the final push of Polio Plus as a global organization, Rotary will begin to emphasize more of our areas of focus. Clean Water is one of them. Covington Rotary, through Quack-A-Falaya and other initiatives, plans to be one of the clubs on the forefront of these initiatives. We are the City of Three Rivers and live in an area that depends on water for trade, for healthy living, business, and recreation. |
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@ The Chimes
Jan. 19, 2016
Some of the clubs in our district have been involved in a project with a school in Honduras. The project is Lunches for Learning and provides food for children at the school. Many children in Honduras must earn food to survive rather than attend school. By helping provide lunch at the school children are able to attend. We will have the privilege of having teachers and a student with us on January 19. It's going to be a great presentation! |
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Jan. 26, 2016 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Covington Rotary Club is hosting the entire Rotary Leadership Institute at the Heritage Bank Board Room in downtown Covington. We will meet on six Tuesday evenings and provide light fare, drinks, and drinks. "Class" will begin promptly at 6:30 so please arrive by 6:15 to park, etc. Completion of RLI is attendance and participation-based so it is important that we stay on schedule. At each "class," we will address 3 topics (1/2 of a session) from the RLI curriculum. In order to graduate, you must complete all 3 sessions of the course. If you miss any of the Covington "classes," you may attend the training run by District 6840 in Slidell. Dates are indicated below. The Club will absorb all costs of the course for our members, whether you attend in Covington or in Slidell. Please print and bring with you (or pre-load onto your tablet/) the materials: (use whichever language option is best for you!) Facilitated discussions are best if you read each section prior to "class." Complete Calendar (4th Tuesday of each month except as noted):
January 26 (session 3A: International Service, Effective Leadership Strategies; Rotary Opportunities)
(Mardi Gras Feb 9)
February 23 (session 3B: Public Image & Public Relations; Rotarians, Vocational Service & Expectations; Making a Difference)
(note: The District will hold the entire Session 3 on Oct 3, Jan 23, April 24 in Slidell)
Graduation:
March 29 at noon at The Seiler Bar (5th Tuesday lunch)
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Jan. 30, 2016 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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How Rotary brought me to Louisiana and Changed My Life
Feb. 02, 2016
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Feb. 23, 2016 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Covington Rotary Club is hosting the entire Rotary Leadership Institute at the Heritage Bank Board Room in downtown Covington. We will meet on six Tuesday evenings and provide light fare, drinks, and drinks. "Class" will begin promptly at 6:30 so please arrive by 6:15 to park, etc. Completion of RLI is attendance and participation-based so it is important that we stay on schedule. At each "class," we will address 3 topics (1/2 of a session) from the RLI curriculum. In order to graduate, you must complete all 3 sessions of the course. If you miss any of the Covington "classes," you may attend the training run by District 6840 in Slidell. Dates are indicated below. The Club will absorb all costs of the course for our members, whether you attend in Covington or in Slidell. Please print and bring with you (or pre-load onto your tablet/) the materials: (use whichever language option is best for you!) Facilitated discussions are best if you read each section prior to "class." Complete Calendar (4th Tuesday of each month except as noted):
February 23 (session 3B: Public Image & Public Relations; Rotarians, Vocational Service & Expectations; Making a Difference)
(note: The District will hold the entire Session 3 on Oct 3, Jan 23, April 24 in Slidell)
Graduation:
March 29 at noon at The Seiler Bar (5th Tuesday lunch)
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Mama Maji
Mar. 01, 2016
Brian Manning and others of Tulane Rotaract will give us an update on their project in Kenya, Mama Maji, designed to reduce the number of women-hours dedicated to collecting water and therefore increase the number of hours that girls can spend on education and that families can spend on improved quality of life. |
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Domestic and Family Violence issues facing Australia
Apr. 05, 2016
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Apr. 07, 2016 - Apr. 10, 2016
Island View Casino & Resort in Gulfport -- there is a golf tournament on Thursday. REGISTER FOR DISTRICT CONFERENCE VIA THIS LINK Covington Rotary will serve Covington Brewhouse Beer at the Friday Night Food Fest Our own Rotary Youth Exchange Student, Van, will be presenting, as will many others (some you know, some you don't...but word is that our own Club President, Brian, just might do some more dancing) at engaging sessions designed to maximize fellowship, networking, and sharing ideas and information about all that Rotary does and is. (Plus, we co-host the hospitality suite!) Call the Island View Casino & Resort directly before MARCH 10 to get the District Conference Room Rate: 1-877-774-8439 NOTE: RSVP-ing on this site does NOT register you to attend; you must you the link above to register for the conference. The fee is just $25; the complete meal plan is $175. Friday Night Food Fest is free and is family friendly. |
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Apr. 07, 2016 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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c(3) Wines
May 03, 2016
c(3) Wines is a philanthropic Napa Valley wine business which gives away 100% of profits to charitable organizations. Here is some more information about C3 Wines the background: http://www.c3wineco.squarespace.com/#napa http://www.c3wineco.squarespace.com/about/ http://www.theadventureproject.org/news/2015/6/23/meet-the-founders-behind-c3-wines |
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May 14, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
2nd Annual Covington Rotary QUACK-A-FALAYA #CovQuack Paddlers Parade begins at 10am at Menetre Park (4th Ave boat launch) $25 per person on board Ducks go in the water at noon from the bike bridge over the Bogue Falaya $20 per duck (no limit!) ​Both events end at The Chimes. Join in the fun! Everyone dressed like a duck gets free drinks (while supplies last). Proceeds benefit: Miracle League Northshore, Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation, Blue Trails project along the Bogue Falaya, Keep Covington Beautiful, and the Covington Rotary Foundation. Our community partners will be along The Chimes boardwalk with information about their efforts and projects. Come see what you are supporting and join in the fun! |
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Presentation of prizes to Quack winners and Community Partners
May 17, 2016
We will award the Grand Prize to the sponsor of the fastest duck in the Quack and also recognize the Rotarians who sold 50 or more ducks and thus earned a Paul Harris Fellow recognition. The Quack Committee will also give a full report on the funds raised and present checks to our Community partners: Miracle League Northshore, Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation, Keep Covington Beautiful. Major sponsors of the Quack will be on hand so we can express our thanks and so they can see just how much good we were able to do with their help and support. |
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