Ashley Nelson, Interim Director Red Deer Regional Airport, encouraged all to be part of Girls in Aviation Day on September 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  It is a free event for the community to learn more about the aviation industry, catering to girls age 8-17 but welcomes all attendees.  Those attending will experience hands-on educational activities designed to impart knowledge about aviation principles and the STEM fields encompassing science, technology, engineering and mathematics.  Currently only 4% of aviation jobs are held by women. 
Red Deer is the 3rd largest event in the world and currently the only one in Western Canada.  The event has grown from 800 attendees in 2022, 1000 in 2023, and will hopefully reach an attendance of 1500 this year.   Opportunities for sponsorship and being an exhibitor are available by contacting : www.GirlsinAviationAlberta.com
 

Weekly Meeting Update
 

Phil H chaired the meeting with Daria as Sarge.  Daria tested our knowledge of the history of Westerner Days and the Fair- we did not do well.  FYI: First fair was in 1892.
 
Guests of Rotary
Harold Holland, Dwayne's father: guest of Dwayne Holland 
Abhay Sonigara, President of Hindu Cultural Society of Central Alberta (HCSCA): guest of Donna Purcell
 
50/50 Draw
Annette gave it her best shot but no success!  Funds are used to support club operations.
 
Fellowship:  Aliesha
Big thanks extended to all who came out and volunteered for the parade and BBQ.  both were a great success.  Kudos to Annette and her team for the great BBQ that was provided to the community.  There were 800 in attendance.
 

We Celebrate!

We were unable to share these pictures last week and want to honor the recipients.
 
Rotarian of the Year:  Eric Madsen
 
President's Citation: Garth Olsen
 
Wh & Sn :  Harvey Maskowitz
 
 

Rotary Youth Exchange

An urgent plea was made by Harvey M for 1 or 2 additional host families for our upcoming student who arrives in August.  Club members expressed a high desire for the club to be involved in the program and now are being asked to take action.   Please contact Harvey or Corinna for more information if you are able to participate as a host family. 

Happy/Sad and other Fun Things

Daria: Glad to be back after missing some meetings.  Congratulations to Holly G for becoming a new Grandma!
Diane M: Was dunked royally in the tank for the Lending Cupboard, at the Westerner.  The stairs to the platform were too difficult to get up so when the thrower was accurate, she obligingly plugged her nose and descended into murky water.
Darcy: Son Sam is looking for odd jobs to pay off a recent purchase.  Contact Darcy if you have leads.
Leigh: Reminding all to turn in their chips before eating.
Gloria: Kudos to her staff for surviving the recent heat wave as they participated in 2 successful  events :the Afro Caribbean club kick off and a pancake breakfast in support of Girl Guides.  
Adele: Had a great time selling 50/50 tickets at the Westerner Fair with Rotary Sunrise- reported that there were streakers there!   Thanks extended to our club for the $4000 donation to Cycling Without Age.
Phil H: Busy time in the house with grandchildren and small ones returning for the summer.
Thelma: Thankful to be over the summer cold.  Celebrated her middle grandchild's 18 birthday.  Encouraging all to buy ticket for the Sylvan Lake Rotary Club's raffle of 2 e-bikes worth $4000.  Tickets are only $10.  You can purchase one by contacting Thelma at tagmaris@gmail.com or texting 403 304 4832
Dawna: Celebrating the friendship of a close friend, Jackie, who has recently passed.  Reminded all to appreciate friends and family.   Attended the 99 th birthday of a friend and joined them in diving off the dock!  We should all aspire to this.
Garth: Celebrating 18 years of marriage to Giselle- the time has gone quickly.  Was able to celebrate wining prizes at the recent Hospital Lottery and another draw.  You can't win unless you have a ticket!
Donna P: Great to see so many Rotarians supporting Rotary Sunrise in the 50/50 booth at Westerner Days.   Shared that Zainab has opened her coffee house in the Scott Block.  Encouraged all to check out the offerings by Prime Stock Theatre this summer.
 

Membership News

We welcome 2nd reading of the application for membership by Angela Gray.  Robert M is sponsoring her and can be contacted for more details.  If there are concerns, please address these with the membership committee.
 
Vocational Talk
Cliff Soper has had connections to Rotary since he participated as a 16 year old in a public speaking contest sponsored by the Montreal Rotary Club.  He was awarded the prize of a set of Shakespearean plays, a prize not necessarily high on his his wish list!.  Cliff appears to have at least 9 lives as he regaled us with tales of his escapades and adventures as a young lad- falling through ice and being run over by a locomotive were two  of the dramatic events.  He received his first degree at the University of New Brunswick in Chemistry and continued his academic career resulting in a PhD from the University of Alberta, also in the chemistry field.  After a stint instructing at St. FX and after only 2 dates, Cliff and his new wife Mary set off for Switzerland, the first of many countries they were to explore together.  Cliff shared pictures of his adventures in Yugoslavia, Germany, Antarctica, South Africa and a rather intriguing shot showing him in a desert location!  1969 saw Cliff and Mary begin the chapter in  Central Alberta as he began the next part of his career at Red Deer College.  He taught organic chemistry, and led the RDC Canoe team- many adventures resulted over the 20 years. Cliff has also dabbled in many levels of politics.  He is passionate about the environment and encouraged all to visit the Cliff and Mary Soper Natural Area, just out of Blackfalds.  Cliff is happy to return to Rotary as he had belonged to both the Lacombe and Red Deer East clubs in the past.  He is looking forward to being part of this club and we look forward to all that he brings to this club.  Welcome Cliff!
 

They Have Been Busy!

The last two weeks have seen this committee work hard to organize and, with the support of our members, our club sponsored 3 events. The ice cream social, parade, and community BBQ were great activities and enjoyed by all.  Thanks to Aliesha, Annette, Leigh, and Judith for all that they have done to support Rotary.  They are Rotary in Action!
 
 

July 22/24

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Upcoming Events
Jan 27th Club Meeting
Pidherney Centre
Jan. 27, 2025
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
 
Feb 3rd Club ROAD SHOW Meeting
Red Deer Regional Hospital
Feb. 03, 2025
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
 
Feb 10th Club Meeting
Pidherney Centre
Feb. 10, 2025
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
 
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays
Garth Olson
January 6
 
Jerry Pasman
January 13
 
John Donald
January 17
 
Grace Zhang
January 20
 
James Foster
January 24
 
Rob Stryker
January 27
 
Join Date
Christopher Warren
January 1, 1993
32 years
 
Gerry Winia
January 1, 1988
37 years
 
Steve Chow
January 1, 2001
24 years
 
Dwayne Holland
January 2, 2017
8 years
 
Bruce Buruma
January 4, 2021
4 years
 
Angela McKenna
January 15, 2024
1 year
 
Debbie Valyear
January 15, 2024
1 year
 
Vince Morelli
January 15, 2024
1 year
 
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Interim President
 
Secretary
 
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Director
 
Chair, Community Service
 
Chair, Fundraising
 
Chair, AGLC Fundraising
 
Chair, International Service
 
Chair, Rotary Foundation
 
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Chair, Risk Management
 
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