REMINDER: Due to the number of Rotarians attending and helping at DG John Campbell's Conference in Port Lincoln from 26-29 March, there will be NO ON-SITE meeting at the Naval Military & Air Force Club on 26 March.
Last week, we farewelled Terry and Angela Rodoni (except for their attendance at the Conference from Thursday-Saturday morning) as they will be heading overseas for their six week holiday - cruising the delights of the Greek Islands, crusing to Gallopoli during the 100 year commemoration, and visiting our past Long Term Exchange student Celia Descargues and her family in Toulouse, France (among other places). Safe travel, Terry and Ange.
David Riggall handed out Centurion forms for Rotarians that wish to make their annual $100 donation to The Rotary Foundation. Forms should be returned to David or forwarded to RI at Parramatta by 2 April.
Rob McLennan proudly announced he and Sally had become grandparents for the second time with the birth of Henry Robert (9lbs 8oz in the old system) on Sunday 15 March. Their daughter Kate and her husband Sam are as pleased as punch - as are the doting grandparents. After Rob completes his Master of Ceremonies role at the Conference, he will be flying off to join wife Sally in England for a much deserved long holiday.
GUEST SPEAKER - Melissa Edwards
Melissa gave a very interesting talk on the latest Entertainment Books and the benefit of using the electronic version instead of the book - which always seems to be in the other car! With an app on your phone, it's easy to find a nearby restaurant or service provider, order, then have that particular merchant tick off their business from your electronic listing. Most people usually have their phone on them - so for convenience, the app is the way to go.
26-29 March: Port Lincoln Conference - all hands needed on deck to help DG John & Julie to provided a smooth-running District Conference. Go online at www.rotary9500in2015.com.au to register.
1. Clare Art Show Opening on May 15th Clare Rotary Club Art Show, being run in conjunction with the Clare Wine and Gourmet Weekend. The Gala Opening to be held at 6pm Friday 15th May in Clare Town Hall - tickets $15 each. Entries to the Clare Rotary Art Show (May 15-21) are now being received. Check Clare Rotary face book page for detailsThe exhibition will remain open for the following week.
2. Rotary Leadership Institute
The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is a fast-paced course, now offered over two days on one weekend. It aims to consolidate leadership skills of participants and to increase understanding of Rotary.
The second RLI Course for this Rotary year is a Joint District 9500/9520 Course and will be held on
Saturday May 23 & Sunday May 24 from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm at Blackfriars Priory School, Prospect.
Cost: $180.00
Each club is encouraged to sponsor someone each year! For more information see the District 9500 Website at
3. RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) is fast approaching!
RYPEN is a Rotary enrichment program for youth (14-17 years old) held over 2.5 days, from the 10th-12th April 2015. It is a residential at Nunyara Conference Centre in Belair and is filled with qualified presenters running activities on topics like: working in teams, public speaking, self esteem and self belief, time management etc.
Any queries should be directed to RYPEN/RYLA Committee Chair Susan Clift at cliftsusan@gmail.com, or Mob: 0438 067 894
4. Trailblazer by the Sea
The Rotary Club of Adelaide has joined forces with Surf Lifesaving SA to conduct Trailblazer by the Sea on Sunday May 3, 2015. This is an exciting even for keen runners right through to families who just simply want a family fun walk. The various stages and team events will finish at Henley Square near the Surf Lifesaving Club. RCoA is happy to hear from other Rotary Clubs who might like to assist and or work with their local SLSSA Club. Please help spread the word to as many people as you can. A date claimer is in the DG newsletter.
5. Regency Park RC Nepal and International Theme Night
ROTARY CLUB of REGENCY PARK invites you and a guest to attend our NEPAL & INTERNATIONAL THEME NIGHT on Tuesday 28th April.
We will dine at the wonderful Himalayan Kitchen Restaurant tasting Nepali cuisine and hospitality
We will share with other clubs our story so far in Nepal. See the DG Attachment for details. Group 5 Clubs specially invited.
6. Rotary Club of Adelaide - Celebration of the Motorcar Sunday, 26 April, 2015 - 10.00 am - 3.30 pm in the beautiful grounds of Carrick Hill, Springfield. Showcasing 140 of the creme de la creme of collectable cars. Classical music will be performed. Free parking on-site and complimentary collectable program. Explore the beautiful gardens, historic house and see the Carrick Hill’s special art exhibition, all included in entry to this day of luxurious experiences. A great day out for the whole family. Refreshments available on site. Adults $25, children (6-16) $10, family $60, VIP pass $95. A 10% discount for pre-booked tickets. Details - www.celebration.org.au
7. The Rotary Club of Gawler Inc is proud to present the Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir
Featuring Guest Artists - Gavin Riggs (Organ) and Ben Simmonds (Clarinet)
Sunday 12 APRIL 2015 AT 1.30 pm ADMISSION $ 10,Gawler Uniting Church, Tod St. Gawler Proceeds for Rotary Shelter Boxes. Tickets are available from the Rotary Club of Gawler.
Contact Peter Nettlebeck (08) 8522 2808 for further information.
For the benefit of members, we will aim to give the Duty Roster a few weeks ahead - see below.
Responsibility
9 April 2015
16 April 2015
23 April 2015
Chairperson
Carolyn Wig
Joe Morelli
David Riggall
Attendance
Rohan Richards
Geoff Bell
Deborah Wotherspoon
Attendance
Vinda Kong
Richard Jarrett
John Wotherspoon
Hosting
David Rowe
John Karran
Andrew Black
Furniture
Di Lane
Katina Jones
Dean Sullivan
Furniture
Di Casey
David Rowe
John Karran
Invocation
David Riggall
Graham Smith
Joe Morrelli
Bottles/cans
Fred Field
Rob McLennan
Andrew Black
Rotaract roster
Not required
Not Required
Not required
Church roster
Dean Sullivan 12/4/15
Not Required
Not required
Bread Roster
Carolyn Wigg/Rohan Richards 12/4/15
Terry Rodoni/David Riggall 19/4/15
David Rowe/Graham Smith 26/4/15
Members' Corner
Chairman: meets/ greets speaker for the meeting; introduces and thanks 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; wine raffle sheet; ticket books); register member payments/ apologies/ guests. Hosting: set up name badges display; welcome all at the door; ensure speaker and guests are introduced to appropriate persons. Furniture: flags; banner display; raffle balls; collection boxes; Rotary theme banner; S-A gong and hammer; lectern position before and returned after the meeting. Toshiba laptop set up – Connect to projector. Switch on. Hold function key & press F5 twice. Invocation: reciting Rotary or other invocation relating to Rotary and fellowship. Bottles/cans: collect bags of bottles/cans at meeting and take to recycle centre for refund, pass refund and empty bags to David Rowe at next meeting Members’ Corner: write for the Newsletter on a topic of your choice, particularly during the 3 weeks you appear here on the roster, but also anytime you have something to say. Rotaract, Church, Bread roster: Roster is for the Sunday/Monday after the meeting date. Rotaract: Meets alternate Mondays at 6pm (for a 630pm start) at the General Havelock Hotel in Hutt Street. Church: Sundays, 530pm at Pilgrim Uniting Church, 12 Flinders St (Park via boom gate in Flinders St. from 5pm).
Members rostered for duty are asked to be in attendance by 6.45 a.m.
For good food, for good fellowship and the opportunity to serve through Rotary, we give thanks
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.
Tom was at the hospital visiting with his best friend Larry who was dying. Tom asked, "If there is baseball in heaven will you come back and tell me?" Larry nodded yes just as he passed away.
That night while Tom was sleeping, he heard Larry's voice in a dream, "Tom..."
"Larry! What is it?!" asked Tom.
"I have good news and bad news from heaven."
"What's the good news?" "There is baseball in heaven after all, but the bad news is you're pitching on Tuesday."
