Special Thank You to Rotarian David Reid and Rotarian Mark Macfee for providing printed copies of the weekly newsletter for members and guests to read at the tables.
Please feel free to take a copy with you after the meeting.
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February is
World Understanding Month
Rotary International Videos - World Understanding
Submitted by Director Gina, Communications
There are thousands upon thousands of Rotarians world-wide, and hundreds of thousands of clubs doing good in the world. Honouring February's World Understanding month we are helping so boardcast these "good works" with the use of social media by sharing these videos on our Facebook and Twitter accounts. We will also highlight the video links here so please click on the video to gain a better understanding of how Rotary is making a difference in the world and Changing Lives. Just click on the titles to view the short videos.
If you have a Facebook or Twitter account please like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter and share with your network the videos throughout the month of February to help bring world understanding.
What the Prez Sez...
Discover the World of Rotary
Submitted by President J.D. Mosley-Matchett
VP Christine has been working extremely hard to create an entirely new format that transforms our New Member Training seminar into a learning opportunity for all Sunrisers, both new and seasoned--and even non-Sunrisers who are interested in learning more about the club.
Instead of stuffy-old PowerPoint slides, Christine has designed a super-cool test-your-knowledge game based on the television show Jeopardy. So, we definitely need some long-time Rotarians to wax eloquently about the history behind the answers. (See? Something for everyone!)
And, of course, the fellowship factor is a critically important element. What could be better than hanging out on a Thursday night with your best buds (and some new buds) from Rotary Sunrise? The ten minutes at the start of our meetings on Wednesday never offer enough time for bonding and catching up. So why not extend the fellowship into Thursday evening? Especially since I promise not to clang a bell even once.
You owe it to yourself to sharpen up your knowledge of Rotary and your Sunrise club.
You owe it to our newest members to get to know them better and to aid in their development at productive and savvy Rotarians.
You owe it to our potential members to help them understand that Rotary Sunrise isn't merely an hourly breakfast meeting once a week.
So, make a note in your Calendar app to spend a delightful and fun-filled evening at Chez Mathews this Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
And be certain to RSVP with Christine because Discover the World of Rotary is also a pot-luck event, which is always fun fellowship even by itself.
See you there!
Discover the World of Rotary
Submitted by VP/Director Christine Mathews, Membership Committee
Members who are signed up for Thursday 13th February at 6:30 pm are reminded to bring their food or drink dish (as arranged with VP Christine).
Please contact VP Christine either by email at chrisand@candw.ky or by calling 916 2575 if you haven't signed up but would like to attend.
Casino Night Coming Together
Submitted by PE Kim, Fundraising
The fund raising committee has been busy organizing Casino Night and a lot has happened in the past week.
This year's theme for Casino Night is black and white (Dress to Impress). The date is Saturday, March 1st, Marriott Hotel - 2nd floor ballroom. Tickets are $75 which include $10,000 dollars in chips and some bubbly. Food and drinks are available for purchase. We are pleased to see a number of people have stepped up and taken on some of the tasks and responsibilities. More hands make light work but we need more volunteers in the lead up to Casino Night and on the evening. This past weekend PP Tony, Perry and I did a Casino equipment review to find out what needs cleaning and refurbishing. Other than dusting the tables and the cartons of chips things looked in pretty good shape. Miracle Brokers met us there and sized up the equipment to assist with the transportation on March 1st and return on March 3rd. Thanks to Rotarian Ron Stoll for the use of his garage and storing our equipment for the past year.
Every Rotarian by now should have all four tickets in hand. We need you to really push ticket sales. We are three weeks away from the event so you should have ample time to sell them. It's imperative that we receive confirmation of ticket sales as soon as possible. Let's not wait until the last minute as we need to confirm numbers to the Marriott as soon as possible. PE Kim will be in charge of ticket control. Corporate sales are going well and thanks to Rotarians Steve and Alan for handling these arrangements.
PP Tony and I have put together a Grand Prize package for two which will include a two night stay at the Caribbean Club, a luxury condo on SMB(click here for video). You'll be whished away by limousine to Camana Bay where you and another couple will share in a unique dining experience at the new Habatchi Grill at Mizo, Then perhaps enjoy your favorite movie. We'll need to promote the Grand Prize as much as possible because this draw can bring us significant revenue at $25 per ticket.
On the gambling and gaming side we will have about 20 blackjack tables, a craps table, roulette table and the usual Crown and Anchor courtesy of AI Rentals. The Rotaractors have agreed to manage this area again this year. Look out for some new games of chance coming your way in addition to some entertainment and a live band. Yes.....a live band. The price of admission alone will be worth it when listening to our very own Kip Lumsden and his band Safeword.
The Silent Auction provides another good revenue streams for Rotary Sunrise as the items are generally donated. We are asking every Rotarian to do what they can to solicit a prize which should average CI $50. Most Rotarians have their favorite restaurant, favorite gym, favorite hair and nail shop etc. etc. If you're stuck trying to find a prize then pool your resources and buy a prize together or better yet use it as a bargaining tool and offer the company to match the dollars you are providing for an item in their store or shop. Be creative!!!!! Forward all silent auction items to Joanne Lawson once confirmed.
This year we want our patrons to enjoy a unique Casino experience and that's why we want to spend a few more dollars on dressing up the venue. Décor is important and time is running out.....we need someone to spearhead this area. Please contact PE Kim if you can assist.
That's it for now....I'll give you another update next week.
This Week's Meeting: Business Meeting
Please join us this Wednesday, February 12th at 7am for our monthly business meeting. Board of Directors will provide committee updates on key projects from the past month as well as upcoming projects and events.
ClubRunner Training - Sign Up Today
Submitted by Communications Director Gina
Session 1 - Thursday, February 6 at 6pmCOMPLETED
Session 2 - Saturday, February 15 at 10am
Participants will need to bring a laptop, tablet or other WiFi capable device for the interactive hour and a half training session. The session is an fun and interactive class geared for maximium learning. Please sign up from the email invitation or send Director Gina an email gina@rotarysunrise.ky. Training session will be held at the A.L. Thompson's boardroom (special thank you to Rotarian Berna for making the arrangements).
School Debates
Submitted by PP Woody
Another reminder for volunteers to help judge and time keep (Rotarians and non-Rotarians are able to volunteer).
School debates challenge teams students to defend an opinion against the opposing team. On Wednesday, February 19th we will have our next round of debates. Rotarians are being asked to come out and support the debating teams but if you would like to provide more support PP Woody is looking for a time-keeper and judges.
Moot: Social Media is the main cause of youth violence and bullying
Proposer (Host school): Cayman Prep
Opposer: John Gray High School
Rotary Club Supporting: Sunrise
Proposer (Host school): St. Ignatius
Opposer: Cayman International
Rotary Club Supporting: Central
Let the debates begin!
Poutine for Polio Fundraiser and Fellowship - 22nd February
Submitted by Director Nigel, Fellowship
Poutine is a common Canadian dish, originally from Quebec, made with french fries, topped with a light brown gravy-like sauce and cheese curds. This fast food dish can now be found across Canada. It is sold in small "greasy spoon" type diners (commonly known as cantines or casse-croûtes in Quebec) and pubs, as well as by roadside fry wagons (commonly known as cabanes à patates, literally "potato shacks"). Poutine may also contain other ingredients such as bacon, beef, pulled pork, lamb, lobster meat, shrimp, duck or rabbit confit, caviar, and truffles
The dish originated in rural Quebec, Canada, in the late 1950s. Several Québécois communities claim to be the birthplace of poutine. One tale is that of Fernand Lachance, from Warwick, Quebec, which claims that poutine was invented there in 1957; Lachance is said to have exclaimed, "ça va faire une maudite poutine" ("it will make a damn mess") when asked to put a handful of curds on some french fries, hence the name. The sauce was allegedly added later, to keep the fries warm longer.
Etymology
The Quebecois Dictionary lists 15 different meanings of poutine in Quebec and Acadian French, most of which are for kinds of food; the word poutine in the meaning "fries with cheese and gravy" is dated to 1978. Other definitions of the word have been in use at least since 1810.
While the exact provenance of the word "poutine" is uncertain, some of its meanings undoubtedly result at least in part from the influence of the English word pudding. Among its various culinary senses, that of "a dessert made from flour or bread crumbs" most clearly shows this influence; the word pouding, borrowed from the English pudding, is in fact a synonym in this sense. The pejorative meaning "fat person" of poutine (used especially in speaking of a woman) is believed to derive from the English pudding "a person or thing resembling a pudding" or "stout, thick-set person".
Recipe
In the basic recipe for poutine, French fries are covered with fresh cheese curds, and topped with brown gravy. In a Quebec poutine:
Fries: Usually of medium thickness, and fried (sometimes doubly) so that the inside stays soft, while the outside is crispy.
Cheese curds: Fresh cheese curds are used to give the desired texture. The curd size may vary but is usually slightly smaller than bite-sized.
Gravy: Traditionally a light and thin chicken, veal, or turkey gravy, mildly spiced with a hint of pepper, or a sauce brune which is a combination of beef and chicken stock, a variant originating in Quebec. The gravy should be thin enough to easily filter down into the mass of fries and cheese curds. These sauces typically also contain vinegar or a sour flavouring to balance the richness of the cheese and fries.
To maintain the texture of the fries, the cheese curd and gravy are added immediately prior to serving the dish. The hot gravy is usually poured over the cold cheese curds, so that the cheese is warmed without completely melting. It is important to control the temperature, timing and the order in which the ingredients are added, so as to obtain the right food textures which is an essential part of the experience of eating poutine.
Variations
There are many variations of poutine. Some restaurants offer poutine with such additions as chicken, bacon, or Montreal-style smoked meat. Some such restaurants even boast a dozen or more variations of poutine. For instance, more upscale poutine with three-pepper sauce, merguez sausage, foie gras or even caviar and truffle can be found. Fast food combination meals in Canada often have the option of getting french fries "poutinized" by adding cheese curds (or shredded cheese in the Prairies and Western Canada) and gravy.
Cultural aspect
A cultural marker, poutine has long been Canada's 'embarrassing but adored' junk food. In 2007 the CBC declared the outcome of a viewer survey on the greatest Canadian inventions of all time. Poutine arrived at No. 10, beating, among other items, the electron microscope, the BlackBerry, and the paint roller.
Health of the Rotary Sunrise Books
Submitted by Treasurer John Lee
We have two main accounts, 'Projects' and ‘Operations’. All of our fundraising goes to the Projects account where we disperse monies throughout the year to worthy causes through committees: Literacy, Youth, Community or International. The Projects account’s current balance isKY$116,753. One of my previous club updates on the accounts warned members that our Operations account would reach a zero balance by the end of June if spending continued with no further income: our move to the GTYC has really helped the issue and the Operations account (which is topped up by fines, raffles and club dues) has a balance of KY$10,824. This is healthy, and we have made all of our anticipated major payments (e.g. to Rotary International) for our financial year.
In summary, I have no concerns to report.
Incoming Board Kicks Off 1st Meeting - In The Dark?
Submitted by Director Gina
Thursday, January 30th marked the first meeting of the incoming Board of Directors as they started to discuss plans and set goals for the new Rotary Sunrise year. Yes, it about 5 months away but there is much to plan and this time will fly by. Discussions began around the 2014-2015 Rotary International theme chosen by RI President-Elect Gary C.K. Huang summed up in three words "Light Up Rotary".
And perhaps it was symbolic (or maybe just a technical mishap) as the incoming board embodied the theme in the dark. Pictured here is incoming Secretary Gina aided by flashlight apps to "Light Up Rotary" and ensure the meeting minutes were properly recorded. Here's hoping we locate the on switch for the lights for future meetings.
More information about the new theme and goals for the 2014-2015 Rotary year will be revealed as we near closer to the new year. The incoming board will meet each month and include the incoming Chairpersons at the next scheduled meeting.
Name Spelling Corrections
Submitted by Director Gina
Apologies are extended to District Secretary Rosalie Twohey and Rotarian Jonathan Adam for incorrect spellings of their names in last week's published newsletter.
Submitted by VP Stephanie Rattan of Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman
The Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman will be hosting its 4th Annual Hearts & Homeruns Interclub Softball Tournament on Sunday 23rd February. This day if doubly special as it will also fall on Rotary Internationals anniversary.
On behalf of President Lauren, I would like to invite your club to participate in the day by joining your club's team for some friendly inter club competition. The cost is $15 per player and funds raised will go towards RCGC's club administration.
We encourage you to come out with your families and cheering squads, bring your softball equipment (if you have your own) and maybe even bring a cooler with your favourite beverages. There will be food on sale and an area for the kids to play. Of course there is the grand prize up for grabs as RCGC comes out to defend their title of CHAMPION!!! There is also a raffle so be sure to come prepared to purchase raffle tickets.
Make-ups: In addition to make-up opportunities at Sunrise you can make up at another Club in Grand Cayman. The meeting time and place of the other Clubs are: Rotaract Blue: Wednesdays at 6:00pm at XQ's Pizza Bar and Grill, West Bay Road Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman: Thursdays at 7:00am at Barnie's Coffee & Tea, GT Waterfront
Rotary Club of Grand Cayman Central: Tuesdays at 7:30pm at Grand Old House
Rotary Club of Grand Cayman: Thursdays at 12:30pm at The Westin
Rotary E-Club of the Caribbean 7020: Online meetings any time. Visit www.rotaryeclub7020.blogspot.com for more details. Make-up certificates will be provided promptly once you've completed the requirements.
Travelling: If you are going to be travelling for an extended period of time - more than two weeks be sure to let the Secretary know and remember to submit any make-ups you do in a timely manner.
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Just click on the titles to view the short videos.
VP Christine has been working extremely hard to create an entirely new format that transforms our New Member Training seminar into a learning opportunity for all Sunrisers, both new and seasoned--and even non-Sunrisers who are interested in learning more about the club.
This year's theme for Casino Night is black and white (Dress to Impress). The date is Saturday, March 1st, Marriott Hotel - 2nd floor ballroom. Tickets are $75 which include $10,000 dollars in chips and some bubbly. Food and drinks are available for purchase. We are pleased to see a number of people have stepped up and taken on some of the tasks and responsibilities. More hands make light work but we need more volunteers in the lead up to Casino Night and on the evening. This past weekend PP Tony, Perry and I did a Casino equipment review to find out what needs cleaning and refurbishing. Other than dusting the tables and the cartons of chips things looked in pretty good shape. Miracle Brokers met us there and sized up the equipment to assist with the transportation on March 1st and return on March 3rd. Thanks to Rotarian Ron Stoll for the use of his garage and storing our equipment for the past year. 
On the gambling and gaming side we will have about 20 blackjack tables, a craps table, roulette table and the usual Crown and Anchor courtesy of AI Rentals. 
The Rotaractors have agreed to manage this area again this year. Look out for some new games of chance coming your way in addition to some entertainment and a live band. Yes.....a live band. The price of admission alone will be worth it when listening to our very own Kip Lumsden and his band Safeword.
School debates challenge teams students to defend an opinion against the opposing team. On 
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We have two main accounts, 'Projects' and ‘Operations’. All of our fundraising goes to the Projects account where we disperse monies throughout the year to worthy causes through committees: Literacy, Youth, Community or International. The Projects account’s current balance is KY$116,753. One of my previous club updates on the accounts warned members that our Operations account would reach a zero balance by the end of June if spending continued with no further income: our move to the GTYC has really helped the issue and the Operations account (which is topped up by fines, raffles and club dues) has a balance of KY$10,824. This is healthy, and we have made all of our anticipated major payments (e.g. to Rotary International) for our financial year. .jpeg)
And perhaps it was symbolic (or maybe just a technical mishap) as the incoming board embodied the theme in the dark. Pictured here is incoming Secretary Gina aided by flashlight apps to "Light Up Rotary" and ensure the meeting minutes were properly recorded. Here's hoping we locate the on switch for the lights for future meetings..jpeg)
Apologies are extended to District Secretary Rosalie Twohey and Rotarian Jonathan Adam for incorrect spellings of their names in last week's published newsletter. .jpeg)
The Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman will be hosting its 4th Annual Hearts & Homeruns Interclub Softball Tournament on Sunday 23rd February. This day if doubly special as it will also fall on Rotary Internationals anniversary.
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