We journeyed to Singapore to the International Conference and want to tell everyone about it!  It was great to exchange ideas with colleagues, share what we learned, and talked about what could work in our club.
Jack
  • join a Fellowship group of like minded people who have specific interests (eg. skiing, beer, wine, travelling- over 50 of them!)  Check out https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/more-fellowships
  • how diverse Rotarians are- all walks of life!
  • importance of using your passion to make a difference (eg. Mr Toilet promoting world wide sanitation and the impact upon basic living conditions)
  • broad depth of projects that Rotary is involved in (health care, peace, education, environment, etc.) 
  • loved  Singapore and all it offered
Judith
  • communication is key- how can we share what Rotary does and the impact it has on the community
  • qctive involvement of club members- what do you bring to the club and how can it serve others.  How do we tap into that gift?
  • every conversation resulting in a new connection and understanding of how far reaching Rotary is
  • meeting the right people at the right time- connecting with members of Literacy Action Group and key members that provide support for projects
  • visiting other clubs to gain ideas
Ingrid
  • expanding knowledge of what is successful in other clubs
  • connections with members from many countries
  • casual conversations out side the conference can provide great information and support
  • excitement of being a volunteer should be experienced by all.
Darcy
  • vast number of learning opportunities  available.  Too many sessions to choose from!
  • we are doing so many things right! Many were amazed at what we already are doing
  • we are not alone in this- our challenges are felt by many others but support is there as we develop connections
  • membership looks very different depending on the club and its focus and composition
  • should be experienced by all!
 

Calgary 2025 is going to be one of those “talked about” conventions and we can play a role!!!   Register for the Convention. Register to be a volunteer!

Weekly Meeting Update
 

President Phil H chaired the meeting with the assistance of our Sarge, Duane Holland.  
 
Guests:
Sam Mykytyshyn: guest of Darcy M
John Binder: guest of Chris Warren
 
Friend of Rotary
Gina Belich
 
Adele had the 50/50 ticket but did not draw the lucky card!
 
All wearers of Oilers colors were asked to donate $1 to the cause!
 

Happy/Sad and other Fun Things

 
Phil H: Beaming with pleasure as he announced that his grandson recently won a Governor General Award for academics.  He attends LTHS.
Jack: Wearing his Oiler colors and recounting how he and his dog are going to ensure that the Oilers are successful.  Since the dog's recent clipping and donning of sweater after game 3 , the Oilers have not lost.  Provide a fan if necessary to keep that sweater on!!
Gloria: Thanks to all who helped with the Slack Slough event last week. It was very successful to the efforts of so many.
Jerry :  Leann will be doing the "hippy hippy shake" soon as she finally received her hip surgery. All is well and we wish her speedy healing.
Darcy: Preparing for the start of summer and a busier household.  Sam has completed Gd 8 and going to Gd 9 at LTHS in the fall.  Nate completing Gd 4 and will be in Gd 5 at Camille, and wife  and teacher Loretta home after working at Holy Family School this year.  We hope he can find a quiet spot to work.  Loretta is looking forward to time to catch up with her sister soon.
Adele: Encouraging all to attend the Cycling for Age fundraiser of July 10.  Goodwill offering accepted to support the trishaws.  John Oldring will be guest speaker.
Orlyn: Completed a 4800 K motorcycle jaunt to Yellowknife.
Robert M : Reports that he is debunking the myth that it always rains in Ireland- minimal rain on his recent trip!
Gerry W: Enjoying looking after his grandpuppy for a few days while parents head to Disneyland.
Dawna A:  Celebrating accomplishments of family members - pitching a winning game in Atlanta's 100 degree heat and another performing on the French Horn at the Banff School of Performing Arts
Dwayne: Happy to be back after suffering from a herniated disk caused by picking up his Easter socks!. He was grateful that his wife  had recovered enough from her dual hip surgery to support him.  Dwayne also shared a tidbit of info- going to be joining the world of a non-profit.  Stay tuned!
Grant E: Was fortunate to have former inbound exchange student from Finland (98-99) Katerina, her husband and 2 sons come to the Slack Slough celebration.  They have enjoyed seeing so many sights in Alberta .
 

Urgent!!!!!

The 2024 Westerner Days Parade is July 17.  Volunteers are required to help assemble the float and be in the parade itself, cheering on Rotary!
 
Club support is required in order to ensure that the 2024 Community BBQ occurs this year. It is held immediately after the parade. It was a highly successful event last year, serving over 1000 citizens.  The BBQ is a great way for Rotary to give back to the community and creates a wonderful platform to demonstrate what Rotary is about.  The Social Committee is having difficulty with sponsors for the Community BBQ, volunteers, and logistics.  Please respond immediately to Annette Eby and.or members of the Social committee (Leigh, Aliesha, and Judith) if you can assist!   Without your support we may need to cancel this event.
 
 

Membership News

Rotarian of the Month

Garth presented this month's award to Gloria Beck. Gloria is well deserving of this honor, always demonstrating service above self and being an exemplary example of following the 4 Way test in all she does.  Gloria became a Rotarian in 1991 and was one of the first 3 females to join.  She became our first female president and led the way for others.  She helped lead the Wetlands Legacy Project to  completion and continues to be involved in club affairs.  Congratulations Gloria- You are truly a wonderful Rotarian.
 
 

Community Events

Black Tie Bingo

Chair, David Allin, encouraged all to take a role at the 2024 event. Key points included:
  • Event to be held  October 2024  
  • 2023 event raised over $100 000 and is our biggest source of fundraiser dollars
  • role for everyone in raising money, promotion, and volunteering and sharing talents
  • returning to having paper tickets to make it easier for all members to sell tickets .  Tickets will also be available for online sales.
  • Goal is to have 500 attendees
  • Annette, silent auction coordinator, reports that this is our largest source of revenue (170 items raised $32 000).  All members can help find items for this.
  • Live Auction will see a new auctioneer, Danny Steeles.  A group of members will be tasked with the task of acquiring highly desirable items for auction. 
 
 

June 17/24

 
 

Member Status

Grant thanked all who were able to attend Peter Fink's recent funeral.
 

Mark  Your Calendar

Wed. July 17:  Westerner Parade and Community BBQ
 
 
Upcoming Events
Jan 6th Ukrainian Christmas Club Meeting
St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Church Hall
Jan. 06, 2025
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
 
Rotary After 5
TBA
Jan. 09, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
 
Jan 13th Club Meeting
Pidherney Centre
Jan. 13, 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
 
Executives & Directors
Interim President
 
Interim President
 
Secretary
 
Treasurer
 
Past President
 
Chair, Membership
 
Chair, Public Relations
 
Chair, Fellowship
 
Director
 
Chair, Community Service
 
Chair, Fundraising
 
Chair, AGLC Fundraising
 
Chair, International Service
 
Chair, Rotary Foundation
 
Club Historian
 
Chair, Risk Management
 
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