We all hope that when a park is built that it would be used by the residents, youth and families within the neighbourhood. Well the Spotts Newlands Community Park truly lives up to it's name. Did you know on a weekly basis the park typically sees about 250 people come through it. The park is managed by our very own Rotarian Claude Myles and he knows better than anyone how well used the park is for youth groups, elderly residents, families and kids who are simply looking for a nice park to play, socialize and enjoy each other's company.
With a basket ball court, swing set, playground, barbecue grill and gazebo equipped with internet services the appeal to spend time at this park is high. During school months Rotarian Claude will observe children sitting at the picnic benches doing their homework and using the internet to assist them. Throughout the year, he has requests from youth groups to use the park for games and activities that help the kids to socialize and interact through the youth club program. In a recent card sent to Rotarian Claude here are some of the quotes the kids provided "I appreciate using the park. Thank you sir. - Dasawn", "Thank you Mr. Myles for the keys and the park that we can play on. I had lots of fun! - Sariah", "Thank you Mr. Myles, we had lots of fun at the park – Landon".
Next time you are looking
to have a family get together, think about using the Spotts Newlands Park. It's there for everyone to use. Special thank you is extended to Rotarian Claude Myles for his continued support and management of the park.
Committees Ready to Light Up Rotary Submitted by Secretary Gina
The committee groups have been allocated for 2014-2015 with members being assigned to their first choice selections. There are a number of members who have agreed to serve on multiple committees as well to help balance out the groups and ensure there is enough support for the projects and events that committee has planned throughout the year.
Please take note of the first committee meetings being scheduled, you will be included on emails from the Chair if you are assigned to that committee but as a reminder, all members are welcomed to attend any committee meeting for general interest purposes. However, it is your primary committee where tasks and project lead assignments are needed to ensure the committee's workload is shared among committee members.
Upcoming Committee Meetings are as follows:
Fundraising Committee – Tuesday, July 22 @ 6:00pm
International Service Committee – Tuesday, July 29 @ 6:00pm
Literacy Committee – Thursday, August 7 @ 5:30pm
Click on the calendar of events on our website www.rotarysunrise.ky for more details about these meetings and other events. A full list of members and their committee assignments will be provided at the meeting on Wednesday.
District Conference 2015
Dear Fellow Rotarians,
As we come off of a great week of Rotary with District Governor Paul and Kay, I would now like to turn your attention to the Rotary District 7020 PETS Assembly & Conference 2015, which is scheduled from Tuesday, May 12, 2015 to Saturday, May 16, 2015 and hosted at the world famous Half Moon Bay Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
I have tried to compile all the relevant information and website addresses for you to make your decision and bookings as easy as possible.
DG Paul has asked the Cayman Clubs to take at least 4 villas at Half Moon Bay. This equates to about 25 rooms. We know the 4 Clubs will have to send their PEs and SEs for PETS, so that is 8 rooms right there! Laetitia and I have already booked our stay and I know PDG Bobby, PDG Jeremy, President Brian, PP Alan, PP Cathy, PP Sebastien, Director Trevor and Director Brad will also be attending. That makes it at least 15 rooms confirmed. 10 more to go!!!! Should we be aiming for more rooms? There are only 27 villas available so it is very important to book your hotel early as it is first come, first served!
Conference Chair Eric ‘Busha’ Clarke and I have been discussing this and he will be assigning the villas. I have asked that he place us in a central location together so we can enjoy as much joint fellowship as can be imagined. It will be an EPIC week for us all!!!
To register for the District conference, please visit www.dc2015.com.
The cost of the District 7020 Assembly & Conference is - US$170.00. There are many additional activities and events to choose from, including a fellowship Golf Tournament on Saturday. Please click on the link above to register for the Conference and choose what activities and events you would like to attend. Please be advised that the registration fee will increase to US$200 in October and to $250 in March.
As stated above, the conference hotel will be the Half Moon Resort, in Montego Bay. Conference Chair Busha has negotiated fantastic rate for us all to enjoy, US$140 per night (Double Occupancy), plus tax
You will need to enter the Rotarian group code “555104” on this page and then press update.
All you need to do then is enter your dates to check in and check out. Then enter number of adults (maximum 2) and select continue. Then enter your payment details and complete the reservation. It should take no more than 5 minutes.
For air travel, Cayman Airways has daily flights to and from Jamaica. At this time, I would recommend budgeting US$375 per person.
I will be sending around a sign-up sheet to all the Clubs, via your President. I ask that you please indicate if you will be attending the District Conference and if you have registered yet as well as booked your room. This will help me in coordinating the rooms and villas. Thank you all for your usual kind cooperation in this matter.
YIRS,
Eric Bush
Assistant Governor - District 7020
Rotaract Blue Children's Book Drive
Submitted by Rotaract Blue
Do you have a book that your child no longer reads?Consider donating it to Rotaract Blue for their Children's Book Drive
The members of Rotaract Blue will be collecting new and gently used books for ages 3 to 11 years though the month of July and August and any Rotarian wanting to make a donation to this project can contact any Rotaract Blue member or by emailing communityservice.rb@gmail.com to arrange a collection time.
Approved Leave of Absences....Come Back to Rotary Soon!
Submitted by Secretary Gina
Approved Leave of Absences
Please note the Board of Directors have approved the following members for a leave of absence:
Jocelyn Moss: July 1 – August 16
Tony Cowell: July 1 – August 18
Berna Cummins: July 1 – September 21
Irene Gut: July 1 – September 30
Romesh Mirpuri: July 16 – October 16
We look forward to welcoming you all back following your leave.
We on a Boat 2014 RotaractClub of Grand Cayman Annual Boat Cruise Submitted by Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman
Join the RCGC Rotaractors for their Annual Boat Cruise on July 27 where what happens on the boat, stays on the boat!
Rotarians $15 which includes snacks and crystal punch but it's recommended that you bring your favourite bottle of rum, wine or mixer.
Contact: clubservice.rotaract@gmail.com for more details
Duty Roster for July 23
Submitted by Secretary Gina
Here's the list of members performing the respective duties for this week's meeting. Greeter: Howard Cross Grace: Rotarian TBA Four Way Test: Rotarian TBA Raffle: Rotarian Barbara Anley Sergeant: Dawn Cummings
Birthdays and Anniversaries for the Month of July
Submitted by Committee Chair Martha
Member Birthdays
Gareth Pulman - July 1
Howard Cross - July 2
Enoka Richens - July 7
Winston Connolly, Jr. - July 13
Andrea Bryan - July 16
Rachael Windhaber, July 17
Sunrise Club Membership Anniversaries
Christine Matthews - 8 years - July 5, 2006
Rombough, Perry - 8 years - July 5, 2006
Connolly, Martha - 5 years - July 15, 2009
Daniel Lee - 3 years - July 20, 2011
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 Cayman Creparie in Bayshore Mall, (upstairs KirkFreeport facing the water)
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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