Seeding Readers: Author and Illustrator Call for Submissions
Early Childhood Literacy Committee
Are you a local author? Do you have a story that celebrates the joy of reading, the magic of books, or the power of oral storytelling traditions? Are you an emerging illustrator who delights in bringing stories to life through your art? The Calgary Reads Big Book Sale, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Calgary, invites you to submit your stories or illustrations to our Seeding Readers Campaign.
In celebration of 20 years of service in our community, the Calgary Reads Big Book Sale is launching our Seeding Readers Campaign. Each year a new picture book will be written and illustrated by a local author and illustrator, and it will be published and distributed to families in our community. Like a dandelion spreading its seeds upon the wind, it is our wish that these books find their way into the homes of children and help them grow a deep-rooted love for reading.
The month of February is very special in the Rotary calendar because it includes the anniversary of the first meeting of Rotary held on February 23, 1905, now designated as the World Understanding and Peace Day.
Join us for a lovely evening of great company and great food at the Calgary Golf and Country Club on Tuesday December 12.
Happy Hour (Carol Singing) at 6:00 pm.
Dinner 7:00 pm
DINNER will be traditional Christmas dinner with turkey & fixings & dessert.
Participate in this year’s wine exchange event. Bring a bottle of wine. You add your name with others who have brought a bottle. During dinner, we will randomly choose three names from the participants. These three people whose names are selected will have the opportunity to divide up and take home all the bottles of wine that have been brought by the participants.
There will be a CASH ONLY bar. Please bring cash for your beverages as there is no cash machine on site; the facility does not take credit cards.
Arthur Steque from Brazil is our Rotary Club Exchange Student. He arrived in Calgary in August and has had the opportunity experience all kinds of great cultural and educational opportunities. On Monday October 23 Arthur experienced SNOW for the first time in his life. I took him to buy boots and we couldn't resist picking up matching Christmas sweaters. Arthur received an award (3rd place for most creative cupcake) in his Food 30 course. He has been exploring opportunities for pursuing post secondary education right here in Calgary as well. On October 22nd, Arthur attended the opening concert of the Calgary Civic Symphony and was thrilled to hear Beethoven's glorious 9th symphony. Manon introduced him (and Pietra another exchange student from Brazil) to Mayor Gondek.
Rotary Remembers 2023 is scheduled for Saturday, November 11th, at 10:30 at the Carriage House Inn. We will hear a timely address by speaker Dr. Stéphane Guevremont, the reading of Club Honor Rolls, the Moment of Silence, a Rotary Family War Story, and lunch. The committee has been working for a couple of weeks to put the details in place that will make this years event one to remember. Last years keynote speaker and Rotarian Jim Hennessey will be the M.C.
Dr. Stéphane Guevremont’s address is titled, "UKRAINE AND THE WORLD: The International War." He will talk about the international ramifications of the Ukraine-Russia war and describe conflicts-of-interest emerging between various nations since the war began. He will discuss political intrigues, corruption, and other forces at play regarding energy, food supplies, and other impacts on world economies. He will also explain the unique organizational structure of the Ukrainian army, which differs from that of Canada, the USA, and Britain. Of particular interest, he will provide an overview of the International Brigades made up of volunteers from neutral nations and various anti-Russian countries in the region.
Last year 185 attended the event. Due to the timeliness and relevance of Dr. Guevremont’s keynote, we may exceed that number. Why not use the event to introduce potential members to your club? We can accommodate 300.
Get Ready for a Highway Cleanup Extravaganza! Dave Macdonald
Hey there, amazing volunteers! Guess what? We've got a fantastic opportunity for you to have a blast while making a positive impact on our environment. 🌍
The winter newsletter introduces Katlyn McLaughlin, the Rotary Employment Partnership’s newest Employment Co-ordinator and includes articles on our jobseekers as well as our newest Paul Harris Fellow. Watch CTV's Darrel Janz interview Mike Colborne as the latest Inspiring Albertan for his work on the Rotary Employment Partnership. WE NEED ROTARIANS to think about potential employers and contact Rotarians on the Steering Committee for a discussion about Partnership opportunities.
On November 22, 2018, Rotarians Andrea Serink and Barbara Lutz presented Adult Literacy Awards at the Bow Valley College School of Foundational Learning Awards Ceremony. Please have a look at the 2018 Report for an update on the Club’s partnership with Bow Valley College and read letters from recipients of the Awards. Rotary is having a positive impact on adult literacy in Calgary.
On November 11th, Calgary and area Rotary Clubs will remember all those who served in WWI, WWII, Korea, Afghanistan and various Peace Keeping Missions. The event will be at the Carriage House Inn and will begin at 10:00. The speaker be Dr. David Bercuson, and a full course meal will follow the proceedings.
Dr. David Bercuson is a leading expert on Canada’s Military History. Dr. Bercuson has published in academic and popular publications on a wide range of topics specializing in modern Canadian politics, Canadian defense and foreign policy, and Canadian military history. He has written, coauthored, or edited over 30 popular and academic books and does regular commentary for television and radio. He is the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies at The University of Calgary. Since January 1997 he has been the Director of the Centre for Military and Strategic Studies at the University of Calgary. Dr. Bercuson’s newest book is The Fighting Canadians: Our Regimental History from New France to Afghanistan, published by HarperCollins.
Tickets cost $30 and are available by clicking on the ClubRunner link below.
Rotary Employment Partnership –District 5360 Receives a Leadership Award and Club President Tim Heaton hires a New Employee
President Tim Heaton decided to hire a new employee at Rideau Pharmacy after listening to a presentation on the Rotary Employment Partnership at a recent Club Meeting. Our District’s leadership in the Rotary Employment Partnership has been recognized. Past District Governor Rick Istead recently accepted the Inclusion Alberta Leadership Award on behalf of District 5360. Read the full story in the Summer Edition of the Rotary Employment Partnership Newsletter.
On Wednesday, May 16th, join the Community Hubs Collaborative from 5-7 PM at the Village Square Community Hub for an evening of inspiration and learning! The Village Square Leisure Centre is one of seven sites participating in the Community Hubs Initiative – a partnership between United Way of Calgary and Area , The City of Calgary, and Rotary to activate community hubs in priority locations across Calgary by 2021.
Where: Village Square Leisure Centre - 2623 56 St N.E. - Main level Community Living Room (in front of the Library)
With the Rotary Club of Calgary, Downtown's $2,000,000 investment, we join a $21,000,000 project in partnership with United Way, The City of Calgary, and other Rotary Clubs of Calgary. Both partners have a deep knowledge of the social issues facing Calgarians. Rotarians will be involved in the consultation process with the 6 identified communities, where we will help them create Community Hubs that do three things:
Reduce the social isolation of Community residents
Provide access to services and programs
Support local residents to get involved and create change
The month of February is very special in the Rotary calendar because it includes the anniversary of the first meeting of Rotary held on February 23, 1905, now designated as the World Understanding and Peace Day.
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