Our first breakfast meeting at the Mercure Grosvenor Hotel last Thursday was a great success and I want to congratulate Raagini on her presentation on addressing the club's Sustainable Development Goals which has given us all lots of food for thought. To the best of my knowledge this was a first for our club.
Afterwards I was able to raise several points with the Hotel's Conference and Events Executive, Lily Irving which she has very quickly addressed. If given advance notice, the hotel can address the issue of food allergies, so please let me know if this affects you and Lily has arranged for small side plates to be provided to accommodate each table's fruit platter.
To ensure that the hot meals do not cool down, we have agreed that the hotel will serve us alternately (excluding any dietary requirements) and I am sure that you can swap with your immediate neighbour if required. A reminder that we are not being charged a room hire fee and the hotel can only provide one staff member.
In regard to the hotel car parking, we are being charged the same amount as the hotel staff, $10.00. One option suggested was to park at Bonython and catch the tram into the city, which stops directly outside the railway station.
Last week club members supported the motion to organize a raffle featuring a bottle of Grange plus other excellent wine for 2nd and 3rd. prizes. John W has organized the printing of tickets which will sell for $5.00 each or a book of four for $20.00. All club members will be given books to sell, which we realize will be a challenge for some, however as our fundraising has been so severely affected this year, it is hoped that this raffle may contribute approximately $3500 to the bottom line.
This week, Thursday 15th. October, we have organised a breakfast meeting instead of a coffee conversation, when Andries and myself will facilitate a club conversation on our club strategy going forward and I look forward to everyone's participation.
Margie Steffens has been invited by Adelaide Parks to address their club members about the Community Outreach Dental Program on Wednesday 25th. November at the Navy, Military and Airforce Club, which I hope to attend.
Share the Dignity is an organisation that works to make a real, on the ground difference in the lives of women experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence or doing it tough and focus on ending period poverty in Australia. “It’s In the Bag” campaign runs from 20th to 29th November and is predominately a donation drive of basic essentials, period products and some special items which get delivered to registered charities to be distributed to those in crisis in time for Christmas.
We will be doing the adult bags and I ask that members, their friends, family and colleagues start collecting any of the following items:
Handbags or small female style backpacks that are new or if pre-loved they have to be in great condition, clean and no clear signs of use
Shampoo & Conditioner
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Bodywash or Soap
Roll-on Deodorant
Sealed packets of pads or tampons (regular to super absorbency recommended)
They also encourage additional items that would make someone feel special such as makeup, accessories, moisturiser, facemasks, hand cream, handmade items, purses etc. Keep in mind, 'what would I like to receive during such a difficult time?'
Note - All items donated should be in their original packaging, sealed and in great condition.
The plan is to pool all donations by 19 November, and then pack the bags together at our meeting on Thurs 26th November. This aligns with International Day For The Elimination of Violence Against Women which is on the 25th November.
FUNDRAISING SCREENING At the REGAL Theatre (Formerly the Chelsea) 275 Kensington Road, Kensington Park SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29th 5 pm for 5.30 film start!
We present, for your entertainment … A feel-good British comedy-drama about how a group of women disrupt the 1970 Miss World beauty contest. Starring Keira Knightley, Jessie Buckley and featuring Greg Kinnear (as Bob Hope)
Tickets $30 each
Pay online A/C name: Jane Cummings BSB 015 311 A/C 454423577 Reference: YOUR NAME If a group payment please email the names of your group to janecummingsskincarecentre@gmail.com or ring Jane Cummings 0422 387 130
Refreshments after the film
(Gourmet sandwiches and wine)
Raffle items – 5 tickets for $15 cash only please
Film starts at 5.30 pm sharp!
Proceeds to the Community Outreach Dental Program in Light Square. Here we provide free dental treatment to people who live in the Common Ground building and others in dire need. They are trying to bridge the gap between homelessness or distressing domestic circumstances and a meaningful life. They need their teeth to function again and be presentable for the workforce.
COME AND ‘MISBEHAVE!’ WITH US AND HELP THE CLINIC.
The film “triumphs” … “to tell us a thoroughly crowd-pleasing story” Rotten Tomatoes (online film review site) A “bizarre and farcical true story from the annals of pop culture, told here with charm and fun” (The Guardian UK) Initial Offering 255 tickets (theatre capacity over 500)
In October, Australian Rotary Health encourages Rotary Clubs to get involved in Hat Day as part of the “Lift The Lid on Mental Illness” campaign.
On Thursday 22 October at our meeting, John Campbell, S.A. chair of ARH, will speak briefly on the work and research of ARH.
Please wear a hat to breakfast on this day, plus donate $5 to ARH for the pleasure of doing so (eftpos available). Be prepared to tell the story of your chosen hat........you may be rewarded!
Invitation from the Adelaide City Rotaract Club to join them at their events happening in the month of October.
1. District Governor Visit - 8th October (6pm, Adelaide University)
Join us for a joint meeting with Adelaide University Rotaract Club and Rotaract Club of Thebarton Senior College as we hear from our District Governor, David Jones as he speaks to us on Rotary International's Strategic Plan. We will also be hearing from partner Lyn Jones, who will be telling us more about Australian Rotary Health.
2. General Meeting - 12th October (6pm, The Havelock Hotel)
Join us for a members' spotlight meeting, where some of our newest members will give us a presentation on any topic of their choice (hobbies, passion, their current job). Come along to hear and support them!
3. Yoga for Mindfulness - 15th October (6pm, Park 10)
Our annual Yoga Night is back! Join us for a a yin yoga lesson in the beautiful Adelaide Parklands from Lara Jezeph, a qualified instructor, as she guides us through restorative poses and meditation for only $10!
4. National Deadly Fun Run Championships - 17th October (9am, Point Malcolm Reserve)
In support of the national deadly fun run championships held virtually, join us as we participate at another warrior run with the option to run/walk for 3km or 5km. Breakfast and medal upon completion will be provided.
5. General Meeting - 26th October (6pm, The Havelock Hotel)
At our next meeting, we will be hearing from Environmental Scientist, Tim Jarvis AM. Tim Jarvis AM runs The Forktree Project, which is a registered charity whose goal is to return a 133-acre former pastoral property on the Fleurieu Peninsula back to nature by re-establishing tens of thousands of native trees and shrubs on the property, which will in turn bring back native animals, insects and birds as well as sequester tens of thousands of tonnes of carbon. The project began only 18 months ago, yet already 6,400 native trees and shrubs have been planted and a significant number of volunteers of all ages have been involved. What has become abundantly clear is the potential of projects like Forktree not just to help heal the planet but to engage individuals in the battle against climate change and empower them to be part of the solution. Join us to hear from the founders of The Forktree Project about the journey so far and how you can get involved.
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Thank you all for your amazing dedication and support!
The Rotary Foundation has negotiated for Rotarians, their families, and friends to exclusively see the movie I AM WOMAN on the BIG screen. This will be your only opportunity to see the film at the cinema.
This fabulous movie will be showing at The Regal Theatre 275 Kensington Rd, Kensington Park SA 5068 on Saturday, 31st October 2020 at 5.00 pm. The early timeslot gives ample opportunity to go out to dinner following the movie.
This is a fundraising event for the End Polio Now Campaign, but will also be a great opportunity to get together.
Profits from ticket sales will go to your Rotary Club’s End Polio Rotary Foundation Contributions.
Tickets can be obtained by contacting D9510 Foundation Committee Chair Marie-louiseLees by email: FoundationChair@Rotary9510.org or by Phone 0408 134 363.
This will be an absolutely fabulous get together and it would be great if you showed your presence there. When Rotarians come together for a cause greater than themselves – to bring hope to others – good things happen.
For the benefit of members, we will aim to give the Duty Roster a few weeks ahead - see below.
Responsibility
15 October 2020- 7.15am
Mercure Grosvenor Hotel
22 October 2020- 7.15am
Mercure Grosvenor Hotel
29 October 2020
Chairperson
Rob McLennan
Yvette Reade
Attendance
Stephanie Hou
Dean Sullivan
Coffee Conversation
Attendance
John Karran
Don Tindale
Furniture/Hosting
Julie Campbell
Barry Grear
9.30am
Bottles/ cans
Di Lane
Dean Sullivan
Fred Field
Bread Run
Chairman: Meet/greet speaker for the meeting; introduce and thank speaker. Preparation:- find details about the speaker prior to the meeting. Attendance: Set up reception table (attendance sheet; members list – re -payments; guest welcome sheet; money); register member payments/ apologies/ guests. Hosting: Welcome all at the door; ensure speaker and guests are introduced to appropriatepersons. Furniture: Flags; banner display; Rotary theme banner; gong and hammer; lectern position before and returned after the meeting. Computerset up – Connect to projector. Switch on. Hold function key & press F5 twice. Bottles/cans: Collect bags of bottles/cans at meeting and take to recycle centre for refund, pass refund to Bruce McDonald and empty bags to the next duty member, at the next meeting. Rotaract: Meets alternate Mondays at 6pm (for a 630pm start) at the General HavelockHotel in Hutt Street. Bread Run: Sundays, meet outside Romeo's, North Adelaide at 4:55pm
Members rostered for Thursday morning duty are asked to be in attendance by 6.45am
United in the spirit of Service we value truth, fairness and friendship; and we welcome the opportunity that Rotary gives us to contribute our talents and resources in support of others.
Rotary Club of Adelaide Light Mission Statement
To be recognised as the Service Club of Choice in the Eastern Precinct of Adelaide because we are a Friendly Breakfast Club that appeals to a broad range of busy people who want to make a difference to local and international communities.
Have you ever wondered why foreigners have trouble with the English Language?
There is no egg in the eggplant, no ham in the hamburger, and neither pine nor apple in the pineapple.
English muffins were not invented in England. French fries were not invented in France.
We sometimes take English for granted, but if we examine its paradoxes we find that quicksand takes you down slowly, boxing rings are square, and a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig.
If writers write, how come fingers don't fing. If the plural of tooth is teeth, shouldn't the plural of phone booth be phone beeth.
If the teacher taught, why didn't the preacher praught.
Why do people recite at a play, yet play at a recital? You have to marvel at the unique lunacy of a language where a house can burn up as it burns down, and in which you fill in a form by filling it out, and a bell is only heard once it goes!
English was developed by people, not computers and it reflects the creativity of the human race (Which of course isn't a race at all).
