Rotary Club of
Hamilton Stoney Creek
Friday, February 6th, 2026
 
Welcome to the 71st issue of our weekly bulletin! Find out who our upcoming speakers are, what we covered during the last weekly meeting, and learn more about our activities.
 
February is Peacebuilding & Conflict Prevention Month
Club News & Reminders

 

Coldest Night of the Year - Saturday, February 28th -Walk will take place from Battlefield P ark to our Rotary Clock and back -4:00 p.m.
Neighbour to Neighbour is the beneficiary and the need has never been greater.
 
Please consider sponsoring a Club Member or register to join our team and walk.
 
RYLA & RYLA Jr - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
We will have the dates shortly for the upcoming programs so this links below show last years programs.
We are seeking youth and young adults to apply for sponsorship from our Club.  We have two award for RYLA Jr. and one for RYLA
We also need members to join the Youth Services Committee to assist in vetting applicants.
 
ClubRunner App
We are asking all members with a cell phone to download the ClubRunner App.  It is very easy to sign in and use and we'd like to start using it as another communication option.  If you have trouble signing in call Martina 905-929-8946
 
Public Service Committee
Can you assist with Linked-In or Instagram?  We need your help.
Upcoming Events
 
Next Board Meeting - February 11th, 2026
The Village Restaurant 
5:30 dinner
6:00 Meeting
All are welcome
 
Murder Mystery 
Friday, February 13, 2026, 6:30PM
 
Coldest Night of the Year - Saturday, February 28th 
 
Club Action Plan - March 6th - 6:00 p.m.
In lieu of our weekly meeting - 
Galileo Gardens
 
Luxury Purse Bingo 
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
https://portal.clubrunner.ca/307/Stories/purse-bingo-2026
 
PELS - President Elect Learning Seminar - April 18th
President Tom is looking for someone to attend this seminar on his behalf with no obligation.  He is unable due to a previous commitment but we do need some representation.
https://rotary7090.org/page/d7090-jr.-ryla
 
 
Winona Peach Festival Weekend - August 28-30th
 
 
Today's Meeting

Stephanie Taylor, Executive Director of Alternatives for Youth (AY) in Hamilton

An excellent presentation from Stephanie on the wonderful services provided by Alternatives for Youth who support youth 12 - 25 years old. The organization has been supporting the community for 70 years.  There were many good questions about the services provided as well as the evolution of the care  youth need.

Please check out their website below.

Upcoming Programs
 
February 13th - no morning meeting
Murder Mystery - The Innsville - 6:30 p.m.
 
February 20th - Scout Cafe - 7:30 a.m
Empowerment Squared - Educational programs
 
February 27th - no Meeting in Lieu of 
Coldest Night of the Year - February 28th - 4:00 p.m. Battlefield Park
 
March 6th - Galileo Gardens - 6:00 p.m.
Club Action Plan 
 
Weekly Encouragement - courtesy of Linda Marshall
Weekly Words for Thought
 
"Talking about our problems is our greatest addiction. Let's change our mindset and focus on our joys."
 
Members in Attendance
 
 
President Tom, Mike, Dan, Paul, Doug, Marcia, Bob, Nancy, Ross, Phil, Sarah, Tina, Helen, Celine, Norbert  & Martina
 
Guests - Eve Martin
 
Via Zoom -  Milena,
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