The Rotary Club of
Edmonton Strathcona
 
Chartered 1974
 
e-Strathconian 
October 18, 2019
 
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Edmonton Strathcona
"The Friendly Club"
We meet Tuesdays at 12:15 PM
Woodvale Facility and Golf Clubhouse
4540 - 50 Street NW
Edmonton, AB  T6L 6B6
Canada
Phone:
(780) 918-1079
Fax:
(780) 665-7011
Email:
strathconian@telus.net
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Youth Exchange 2019-20
The Rotary Clubs of Edmonton Strathcona and Edmonton South are partnering in the Youth Exchange program for 2019-20.
 
Click on THIS LINK  PERIODICALLY to open the photo album chronicling the adventures of our inbound student from Denmark, Celina Jensen and our outbound student Stephanie Leach being hosted in France.
 
Use this short URL to promote the album: https://tinyurl.com/YEX2019-20
 
 
Contacts:
 
RC Edmonton South, Lynne Fisher: 
 
RC Edmonton Strathcona, Carin Jansen van Vuuren, 
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Upcoming Events and Volunteer Opportunities
Canada Flag Program Online Sign-up and Payment
May 01, 2015 – Dec 31, 2019
 
"Dodge the Streets" Dodgeball Tourney
Saville Centre
Oct 19, 2019
 
Social evening at O'Byrne's Irish Pub
O'Byrne's Irish Pub
Oct 22, 2019 6:00 PM
 
Operation Friendship Seniors Society.
Operation Friendship Seniors Society.
Nov 13, 2019
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
 
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News
Sad News, Eugene Sekora 1940-2019
Posted by HANS GRANHOLM on Oct 19, 2019

Eugene Sekora, 

We are so sad to inform you that early in the morning, October 18, our fellow Rotarian, Eugene Sekora died from a massive heart attack.
 
We extend our most heartfelt condolences to his wife Mary Ann and his family for their most profound loss.
 
Details re arrangements will be forthcoming once we are notified.
 
Hans G.
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Christmas boxes
Posted by Audrey Martyn on Oct 12, 2019

Wings of Providence

Christmas boxes and PJ’s for Wings

This year our Christmas project is to support the women and children staying at Wings over  Christmas. There are 49 women and 100  kids.
We will give gift boxes for the women as in other years and PJ’s for children (sizes 4-12 most needed).
Start collecting now- there are only 6 weeks to put Christmas Party.

Questions call Audrey
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Stories
22 October O’Byrnes Irish Pub Fundraiser
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 05, 2019
Come and join us for a pint and listen to a Celtic band any time after 6:00 pm at
 
10616-82 Ave. NW, Edmonton.
 
There will be a Cover Charge of $25 which will go to Polio Plus. SIGN UP HERE
 
There will be no regular meeting this day so that everyone can attend this event.
Charter president John Germain tribute
Posted on Oct 12, 2019

John Germain, dob October 8, 1919

On this date, October 8, 2019, our charter president, John P Germain, was born in Quebec.
 
His son, past president Eric Germain had arranged a display at our meeting place as a tribute to John's life as a family man, military hero and Rotarian.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
Arch Enterprises featured
Posted by Maggi Hegan on Oct 12, 2019
Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/annelisedotca Follow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/annelisedotca
 
 
This week we are at Arch Greenhouses in the South Edmonton Business District. Arch greenhouses started as a therapy program for those with disabilities and they now have turned into a non-profit organization that employs those with disabilities. They have over 250 varieties of plants including, annuals, perennials, and seasonal products in their 35,000 sq ft greenhouse. You can visit Arch Greenhouses at www.archgreenhouses.com
Follow Small Business Saturday at www.annelise.ca/smallbusinesssaturday
 
 
 
Arch Enterprises is one of our community partners.
 
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New Hope School--UPDATE
 
Posted by Carin Jansen van Vuuren on Sep 20, 2019

new hope school, South Africa

We are pleased to inform you that eight (8) Learners from the New Hope School (NHS) completed courses in refrigerating and air conditioning, electrical and arc welding at the Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Centre. 
They were awarded their certificates on the September 14, 2019 after the successful completion of the three-month courses. 
 
The Learners will forever be grateful to Rotary for the funding received from the Rotary International Grant. Two of the Learners have already secured part time work, because of these newly required skills!  Thanks to the members of the Rotary Club of Edmonton Strathcona and other Edmonton and surrounding clubs for making the RI Grant a reality. This is the beginning of great results of the projects funded with the Grant!
ELENI GYRA BOARDINGHOUSE - visit
Posted by Dimitri Papanicolas on Sep 27, 2019
 
  
 
 
Dimitri and/or Patrick will provide commentary on their return...
Westlock Rotary Dinner Theatre
Posted by Donna Hutton on Sep 27, 2019
 

Performance Dates at the Westlock and District Community Hall

Oct  - Friday 18th Saturday 19th matinee Sunday 20th  ( show only no meal)

Oct  -Thursday 24th Friday 25th Saturday 26th matinee Sunday  27th  ( show only no meal )

Nov - Friday 1st  Saturday the 2nd

Doors at 5 pm show at 7:15

Matinee Doors at 1pm show at 2

Prices -  $65 per seat first three row from the stage

           -  $60 per seat balance of tables

           -  $30 per seat Matinee
Programs of Interest at the Jewish Senior Citizens Center
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 23, 2019
The JSCC (10052-117 St., Edmonton) is sponsoring several programs, talks and films that would be of interest to many of our members. Please call their office at 780-488-4241 for further information on cost and registration. Here is a selection of some of their offerings:
 
Mon
23 Sep
1-3 pm
Israel: Past, Present and Future
Abe Silverman
Tues
24 Sep
12 noon
Lunch and Learn, Traditional Jewish Melodies
Jack Goldberg
Wed
25 Sep
7 pm
Italian Opera Masterpieces
Edmonton Opera
Thurs
26 Sep
12 noon
Lunch and Learn, Traditions and Symbolism Associated with Rosh Hashana
Rabbi Mendy
Mon
28 Oct
04 Nov
11 Nov
10-12 noon
Politics: Edmonton and Alberta
Stephen Mandel
Tues
29 Oct – 03 Dec
1-3 pm
Solo Flight: The Concerto from Vivaldi to Ravel
Michael Thomas Roeder
Wed
30 Oct – 04 Dec
10-12 noon
Revolutionary Exploration: Rock’n Roll’s First Tumultuous Decade
D T Baker
Thurs
31 Oct – 05 Dec
1-3 pm
YEG’s Public Art
Kathleen Silverman
Tues
12 Nov
12 noon
Lunch and Learn, Geriatric Psychology and Dementia
Dr. Leon Kagan
 
Link to District Membership Survey
Posted by Hans Granholm on Jul 26, 2019
A separate notice was dispatched earlier in reference to the district membership survey.
 
If you missed it or accidentally deleted it, here is the URL to the notice:
 
 
I believe our Friendly Club is healthy and vibrant, but we should be willing to share and not keep our success to ourselves. Please complete the survey at your earliest convenience.
Mentor Opportunity
Posted on Jul 05, 2019
DiscoverE is a nonprofit organization through the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta that provides fun, accessible, and inclusive summer camps to youth in Edmonton.
 
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Speakers
Oct 22, 2019 6:00 PM
Meet at O'Byrne's Irish Pub
Social get-together
Oct 29, 2019
Donna Hutton
Report to members from Board
Nov 05, 2019
Norman Leach
Rememberance day
Nov 12, 2019
Tracey Vavrek
District Governor
Nov 19, 2019
Amanda Banister
YONA
Nov 26, 2019
TBA
Dec 03, 2019
AGM
Dec 10, 2019
Ellen Weber
2 footed questions
Dec 17, 2019
Xmas Party at U of A Faculty Club
Fun and Fellowship
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Club Member
Meeting Responsibilities
Oct 29 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Campbell, Vince
 
Door 2
Sveinson, Terry
 
Oct 29 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
Cyrynowski, Les
 
Setup 2
Hetherington, Maxine
 
Nov 5 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Lilly, Sam
 
Door 2
Wedman, Don
 
Nov 5 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
Craig, Barb
 
Setup 2
Cyrynowski, Les
 
Nov 12 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Granholm, Hans
 
Door 2
Peddie, Jim
 
Nov 12 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
Dass, Pradeep
 
Setup 2
Craig, Barb
 
Nov 19 - Door
 
Door 1
Lumanlan, Loida
 
Door 2
Mouris, Bill
 
Nov 19 - Setup
 
Setup 1
Dass, Pradeep
 
Setup 2
Wedman, Don
 
Executives & Directors
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President
Donna Hutton
 
President Elect
Jim Peddie
 
Secretary
Audrey Martyn
 
Treasurer
Graham Gilchrist
 
Past President
Vince Campbell
 
Membership - Director at Large
Ellen Weber
 
Youth Services - Director at Large
Carin Jansen van Vuuren
 
Administration
Don Wedman
 
Services
Loida Lumanlan
 
Foundation
Maggi Hegan
 
International Service
Patrick Gibson
 
Bulletin Editor
Vi Hughes
 
Bulletin Publisher
Hans Granholm
 
Social Media - Communications
Heather de Kok
 
Attendance - Data
Eric Solash
 
Program/Speakers
Karen Peddie
 
Sergeant at Arms
Heather de Kok
 
Website/Security
Hans Granholm
 
Canada Flag Project
Dimitri Papanicolas
 
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Bob Sandercock
October 9
 
Richard Karlsson
October 20
 
Don Henry
October 22
 
Rick Harcourt
November 17
 
Heather de Kok
November 20
 
Fritz Koenig
November 27
 
Spouse Birthdays
Ann Campbell
October 20
 
Eric de Kok
October 31
 
Dennis Hutton
November 2
 
Anniversaries
Jim Peddie
Karen Peddie
October 27
 
Karen Peddie
Jim
October 27
 
Hal Quilliam
Lorraine (wife)
October 28
 
Dimitri Papanicolas
Nicoletta Papanicolas
November 13
 
Join Date
Donna Hutton
October 5, 2010
9 years
 
Ken Germain
October 5, 1999
20 years
 
Anna Syrianou
October 10, 2018
1 year
 
Ryerson Christie
October 21, 2005
14 years
 
Bob Sandercock
November 1, 1996
23 years
 
Karen Peddie
November 6, 2018
1 year
 
Sam Lilly
November 6, 2018
1 year
 
Rick Harcourt
November 13, 2003
16 years
 
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Sponsors

Allen grey

Honolulu Hawaii 2020

Arch Enterprises & Training Association

St. Theresa of Calcutta School

YONA Sistema

Mustard Seed Church

Meals On Wheels - Edmonton

Children's Autism Service of Edmonton

Habitat For Humanity

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