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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Ordering Breakfast on Wednesday?
Due to the GT Yacht Club now open to the public for breakfast, Club Members are being asked to place their breakfast orders with the wait staff at the register by the coffee station. This will not only speed the ordering process but you will receive your meal faster. In addition, if the water jug at your table needs a refill, kindly have someone bring it to the coffee station for a top up.
The management of GTYC thanks you for your assistance
April is
District Conference & Training
Month
What the Prez Sez...
What is RLI???
Submitted by President J.D. Mosley-Matchett
You really should sign up for the Rotary Leadership Institute that will be held in Grand Cayman on the last weekend of this month.
Why?
Well, if you're relatively new to Rotary, it will help you better understand how our organization operates and how you personally fit into the grand scheme.
If you're a seasoned Rotarian, it will help you recapture the energy and fun that led you to be come a Rotarian. It will also allow you to compare and contrast how other clubs in District 7020 do things, providing fresh ideas and new ways of thinking.
Plus, many clubs at least partially subsidize the cost of RLI. The Sunrise club has always sponsored 50% of the cost for members who enroll.
So, here are the details for the upcoming RLI in Grand Cayman:
When?
Part 1: The Rotarian--April 26th
Light breakfast at 7:30, Introductions begin at 8 a.m., sessions end by 3:15 p.m.
Part 2: The Rotary Club--April 27th
Light breakfast at 7:30, Introductions begin at 8 a.m., sessions end by 3:15 p.m.
Part 3: The Rotary Journey--April 26th
Light breakfast at 7:30, Introductions begin at 8 a.m., sessions end by 3:15 p.m.
Graduate--April 27th
Light breakfast at 7:30, Introductions begin at 8 a.m., sessions end by 3:15 p.m.
Where?
Professional Development Centre, University College of the Cayman Islands
(Above the campus library, 168 Olympic Way, George Town, Grand Cayman)
Cost?
$95 per day, including a light breakfast, 2 snack breaks, and lunch.
(Ask your club president about partial subsidies for the cost.)
Please don't miss this exciting opportunity to grow as a Rotarian through fun, fellowship, and sharing. Sign up TODAY!
'Buy a Kid a Book' Donation Drive Gets Overwhelming Support
Submitted by Literacy Director Andrea
Amazing as it may seem, at a time when many persons in our community are experiencing ‘donor fatigue’, collecting funds on the last four Saturdays in March to buy books for children was ‘a piece of cake’.
With inviting signage and the charming smiles of Sunrise Rotarians and other volunteers, people were enticed to walk right up and drop their money into the boxes without being asked: some apologized for not having more to give; others offered to donate ‘gently used’ children’s books. We happily accepted all.
Project Co-ordinator Pauline McGettigan reported that over KYD2,000 was raised ($2,164.37 to be exact). The Literacy Committee decided, for this collection, to focus our attention on the schools in the eastern districts, buying and donating books for the libraries in North Side and East End primary schools and Clifton Hunter High School in Frank Sound.
Donations of 'All the Joy in the World' to Schools Continues
Submitted by Literacy Director Andrea
The Year 4 children of Sir John A. Cumber Primary School in West Bay were among the latest recipients of our books and they had the added treat of having the books handed out to each one and read by Hon. Tara Rivers, Minister of Education and our very own Past President, MLA and Councillor in the Ministry of Education, Winston Connolly. The smiles on their faces tell it all. Thank you PP Winston!
Prospective member and guest of Rotarian Jocelyn Moss, Susan Fraser, who is an ICT Specialist Teacher for the government primary schools, distributed the books to children at Red Bay Primary on Thursday. Thank you Susan!
Distribution to Year 3 children in private schools commence the first week of April. So far, Cayman International School, Grace Christian Academy and Wesleyan Christian Academy have agreed to receive the books. If you can deliver the books and read to the children at Cayman International School on Thursday, April 3, at 10.30 am please contact me at andrea@rotarysunrise.ky or 326-4192 ( C ).
Speaker's Focus This Week: Mrs. Rachael Windhaber & Mr. Renzo Escalante
Topic: "Getting to Know You" Talks Following Official Induction
It is always wonderful when our club has the the opportunity to induct new members. This Wednesday, we get to do this twice as the official induction of Rachael Windhaber and Renzo Escalante are welcomed into Rotary Sunrise as our newest members. As an added treat, both upcoming members have been asked to prepare to give their "Getting to Know You" talks so other club members can get to know them better.
Please join us on Wednesday, April 2 to help offer a warm Sunrise welcome to Rachael and Renzo.
Recycling on the Brac
​Submitted in part by Director Gina
On Friday, March 28th, our very own President JD and accompanying President Kadi, from the Kiwanis Club, educated approximately 250 extremely enthusiastic adults and children on Cayman Brac. The purpose of the Brac visit was to bring Recycling Awareness to the residents thorough our joint club community service initiative - Join In!
The intense day had these 2 ladies with a tight schedule of 5 presentations but they still had a chance to tour the Brac's landfill. Special appreciation is extended to Foster's Food Fair and Kirk Market for donating cloth recycle bags as give-a-ways as adults and children answered questions about recycling.
We welcome and encourage all Cayman Brac residents to "reduce, reuse and recycle"... are you doing your part to help make Cayman a better place?
Celebrating 12 Years of Service
The Rotary Club of Grand Cayman Sunrise was officially chartered on April 18, 2002 and in light of the many events happening in April due to the District Conference, our club is celebrating our 12th year of Charter a little earlier with a fun and relaxing evening at Grand Old House.
If you have not registered for the event please make sure you do soon. Contact Director Conor if you are having difficulties with registering through the calendar.
A fun and relaxed evening to celebrate Rotary Sunrise's birthday - 6pm to 8pm, in-doors at Grand Old House.
Welcome drink (wine or prosecco) offered upon arrival.
Snacks
1. Veggie spring rolls
2. Smoked salmon on pumpernickel bread
3. Beef quesadilla, jalepeno chili sauce
4. Chicken satay, peanut dipping sauce
5. Fried shrimp with hot and sour pepper jelly
Happy hour prices all night, prices are as follows and subject to a 15% service charge:
$4 beer
$5 well mixed drinks
$6 certified sommelier select house wines
$8 prosecco
If anyone would like to stay for dinner, the GOH will be happy to give 10% off the entire bill.
Important Dates
No Meeting - Wednesday, April 9
There will be no meeting on Wednesday morning at 7am on April 9 due to our Charter Night celebrations taking place on Thursday, April 10. See Charter Night article in this newsletter for more details regarding the April 10 get-together.
Rotary Foundation Donations - Tuesday, April 15
If there are any members planning to make donations to The Rotary Foundation and have not done so yet. You are encouraged to make the donation by Tuesday, April 15 if you wish to have it recorded within the 2013-2014 year for the club. Thank you to those members who have already made donations and those planning to do so before April 15th.
Special Conference Meeting - Wednesday, April 30
Take note, during the District Conference there will be NO MORNING CLUB MEETING at 7am however, there will be a LUNCH MEETING held at the Westin Grand Cayman from noon - 1:30pm. There is a cost to the luncheon of US$40 and registration for the luncheon is required as soon as possible.
District 7020 Conference Registration
Submitted by Director Gina McBryan, from District 7020 Correspondence
Have you registered yet? What are you waiting for?
Admission Items:
District 7020 Assembly & Conference Only
US$150
District 7020 PETS + Assembly & Conference
US$250
District 7020 PETS Only
US$150
District 7020 Partner Program
US$70
Session Items:
Friday, May 2 Cultural Night
US$75
Friday, May 2 District Awards Luncheon
US$40
Friday, May 2 New Rotarian's Breakfast
US$30
Saturday, May 3 Governor's Ball
US$125
Thursday, May 1 Luncheon with Grand Cayman Club Meeting
US$40
Thursday, May 1 Major Gifts Breakfast
US$30
Tuesday, April 29 Luncheon with Grand Cayman Central Club Meeting
US$40
Wednesday, April 30 Luncheon with Grand Cayman Sunrise Club Meeting
US$40
For more details click on the link embedded within your registration email from the District Conference Chairman.
Ciara Aspinall, 15-Apr
Garth Arch, 20-Apr
Ron Stoll, 26-Apr
Kim Remizowski, 30-Apr
Sunrise Club Membership Anniversaries 4th - Donald Aitken, 2 years
9th - Howard Cross, 6 years
9th - Kim Remizowski, 11 years
18th - Christopher Bowring, 12 years
18th - Berna Cummins, 12 years
18th - Claude Myles, 12 years
18th - Dawn Cummings, 12 years
18th - Geoff Mathews, 12 years
18th - Jennison Nunez, 12 years
18th - Hendrik-Jan van Genderen, 12 years
18th - Lynne Whittaker, 12 years
21st - Deirdre McFarlane, 4 years
21st - Frans Vandendries, 4 years
29th - Frank Balderamos, 5 years
30th - Patricia Steward, 6 years
Here's the list of members performing the respective duties for this week's meeting.
Greeter: Rotarian Alan Brady Grace: Rotarian TBA Four Way Test: Rotarian TBA Raffle: Rotarian Uli Ecke Sergeant: Rotarian Pauline McGettigan
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Notices & Reminders
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 Royal Palms Beach Club, 537 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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You really should sign up for the Rotary Leadership Institute that will be held in Grand Cayman on the last weekend of this month.
Amazing as it may seem, at a time when many persons in our community are experiencing ‘donor fatigue’, collecting funds on the last four Saturdays in March to buy books for children was ‘a piece of cake’.
With inviting signage and the charming smiles of Sunrise Rotarians and other volunteers, people were enticed to walk right up and drop their money into the boxes without being asked: some apologized for not having more to give; others offered to donate ‘gently used’ children’s books. We happily accepted all.
The Year 4 children of Sir John A. Cumber Primary School in West Bay were among the latest recipients of our books and they had the added treat of having the books handed out to each one and read by Hon. Tara Rivers, Minister of Education and our very own Past President, MLA and Councillor in the Ministry of Education, Winston Connolly. The smiles on their faces tell it all. Thank you PP Winston!
Prospective member and guest of Rotarian Jocelyn Moss, Susan Fraser, who is an ICT Specialist Teacher for the government primary schools, distributed the books to children at Red Bay Primary on Thursday. Thank you Susan!
It is always wonderful when our club has the the opportunity to induct new members. This Wednesday, we get to do this twice as the official induction of Rachael Windhaber and Renzo Escalante are welcomed into Rotary Sunrise as our newest members. 
As an added treat, both upcoming members have been asked to prepare to give their "Getting to Know You" talks so other club members can get to know them better.
On Friday, March 28th, our very own President JD and accompanying President Kadi, from the Kiwanis Club, educated approximately 250 extremely enthusiastic adults and children on Cayman Brac. The purpose of the Brac visit was to bring Recycling Awareness to the residents thorough our joint club community service initiative - Join In!
The intense day had these 2 ladies with a tight schedule of 5 presentations but they still had a chance to tour the Brac's landfill. Special appreciation is extended to Foster's Food Fair and Kirk Market for donating cloth recycle bags as give-a-ways as adults and children answered questions about recycling.
Make-ups: