As Rotarians and individuals, we are susceptible to making mistakes. We all receive emails and telephone calls from spammers intent on creating chaos in our lives. Bob and I try our best to vet emails that come in to the Club’s email account. If the request for financial assistance appears genuine, we pass it on to the Chair of the Committee responsible for that Area of Service to follow up for more information. It is a delicate balance and hopefully we make the right decision. Be careful out there in the digital world.

 

On a happier note, the Paul Harris Community Recognition Ceremony went off without too many hitches. Thank you to Cliff and the team for a job well done. The Nominees were excellent and reminded everyone of the Service Above Self that takes place in our community beyond Rotary.

 

The next joint event by the Oakville Clubs is the Education Awards for Oakville Students. Applications are being received at the Oakville Community Foundation on the Hub established on their website. It is still early stages and evaluation of the requests from students will begin soon.

 

Work has also started regarding the next fundraiser, the Oakville Ribfest. I missed the first steering committee meeting but I am sure that we will have information soon as to how to proceed. Stay tuned.

 

Lauri is also working with other Club Members on a project to build Bird Houses as a potential fundraiser. If any of you have an idea for an easy fundraiser, please forward them to Ken Coulter.

 

Thank you to Cathy Whittaker for the great speakers that we have enjoyed. If you have an idea for a luncheon speaker please pass the name on to Cathy.

 

Hopefully before too long we will be able to meet in person. Initially, they may be hybrid meetings but it will be a step in the right direction.

 

Stay well and stay safe.