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Grafton Midday
Service Above Self
We meet Wednesdays at 12:45 PM
Roches Family Hotel
85 Victoria St
Grafton, NSW  2460
Australia
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Oh Lord and Giver of all Good
We thank thee for our daily food
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Help us to serve thee all our days
 
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Guest Speakers
Jul 17, 2019
Grafton Police
Grafton Police
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Jacaranda Queen Candidate our very own Zahli has this fundraiser on the 25th July - Special Showing $40 per head!
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Meet Zahli Stevens...

Employed by: ESP Espresso (barista).

Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Grafton Midday.

How long have you lived in Grafton: I have lived in Grafton my entire life (19 years).

What do you like about living here: I love how community-oriented Grafton is. I also love all of the wonderful nature that surrounds Grafton, such as the river, beaches and national parks.

How do you spend your spare time: I like to spend my spare time getting creative through art, sewing and photography. I also love to spend as much time as I can with both sides of my family.

Why did you become a Jacaranda Queen candidate: I have always loved the Jacaranda Festival and I have always wanted to get involved. I also think this journey will allow me to grow and develop confidence within myself.

What would it mean to you if you were chosen as Jacaranda Queen or Princess: To be chosen as Jacaranda Queen or Princess would be a privilege that would allow me to represent our community that I know and love.

🍩KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT DRIVE🍩

My first fundraiser has begun!

As you could probably already tell, my first fundraiser for the 85th Grafton Jacaranda Festival is a Krispy Kreme Doughnut Drive🍩!

 
Please advise  Richard Nichols by a text message 0431 512 063 of all apologies & guests no later than 11am.  Charges apply.
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BOB'S BANTER
An interesting meeting with our guest Speaker Michael Cramb of John Laing giving us an overview of who John Laing are and there role as head contractor for not only the building of the new Grafton gaol but also the management and servicing for the next 25 years. Michael has also offered a site visit if we are interested.

As our next meeting has been moved to the Kensai Bar at the Grafton Ramornie Handicap race meeting we will not be having a guest speaker this week, however, Sergeant Adam Brown of the Grafton Police will be our guest speaker on the 17th. The following Wednesday 24th will be a Club Assembly.

As Theo heads out on Thursday I am sure some would like to wish him well for the future by a message or call to 0474 128 189.

As I am not really a punter I still enjoy the social aspect of a day at the races so look forward to seeing you all Wednesday.
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The Big Music Quiz

Our Nominee Miriam Taylor has invited us to join her in a fun night to assist with her fundraising.  Please let Lee Taylor 0487 974 491 or email lee.taylor@eldersre.com.au know if you would like to come along.

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My Future Fest - BBQ assistance required
ETC in conjunction with Clarence Valley Council and Grafton TAFE, are organising an event called My Future Fest on Tuesday 20 August.
 
My Future Fest will be targeting youth aged 15 – 21 in the Grafton LGA. Local High Schools will be invited to attend, however our main focus is to reach disengaged youth (who aren’t working or studying).
 
The overall objective is to focus on goal setting for young people through showcasing careers and training pathways, health and well-being, in a festival atmosphere with entertainment and practical workshops and activities.
 
Our club have committed to support the BBQ for them as requested.  They expect around 400 people in attendance. 
 
Please let Bob Booth know if you are able to attend and give a helping hand.
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A suggested Service Project
I have rescheduled this article to allow more study and your thoughts on the project.
 
At trivia last week, a chap named Grant came to our table and asked if our Rotary Club was collecting blue milk bottle tops that are melted down and made into prosthetic hands for overseas aid.  We said we were not aware of it but would look into it and get back to him
 
I Googled and found this... https://envision.org.au/envision-hands/
 
Maybe it would be a great project to get involved with provided that we can identify a drop off place (maybe a Rotarian's place of business = good promo value provided they have the space), check out the costs to transport the collected items to wherever they have set up regional collection points (could Blanchards help? or would club members be interested in taking a drive?), seek CVC support in promotion as part of their waste reduction/recycling education program. The Daily Examiner, 2GF/104, 103.1 and ABC radio would likely take it up as a  worthy cause and Midday Rotary would generate good publicity too.
 
Regards, Brian Lane
 
###What do you think as a Club Service Project???###
 
LET US KNOW WHAT YOUR THOUGHTS ARE.  
 
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Upcoming Events
Ramornie Day Meeting
Grafton Race Course - Kensei Room
Jul 10, 2019 1:00 PM
 
Club Assembly Meeting
Jul 24, 2019
 
Christmas in July Fundraiser
Criterion Grafton
Jul 25, 2019 6:30 PM
 
Junior Jacaranda Music Trivia Night
GDSC Downstairs
Jul 27, 2019 7:00 PM
 
Assembly Meeting
Aug 07, 2019
 
My Future Fest TAFE
Grafton TAFE
Aug 20, 2019 9:30 AM
 
Board Meeting
Roches Hotel Captains Room
Sep 05, 2019
 
Assembly Meeting
Sep 11, 2019
 
Board Meeting
Roches Hotel Captains Room
Oct 03, 2019
 
Brazil Rotary Friendship Exchange
Oct 08, 2019 - Oct 11, 2019
 
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