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Meeting Update

Darcy M was the host and Debbie V was the Sarge.  
 
 
Time was taken to observe Remembrance Day and honor those who fought bravely for our country and freedom. 
?????, trumpeter from the Red Deer Royals played the Last Post. 2 minutes of silence was observed.  Dick M shared a reading of In Flanders Fields.
 
 
Adele was unsuccessful in her bid to win the growing 50/50 pot.
 
Visiting Rotarians:
Brenda Kolasa: Rotary Club East
 
Visitors
Shauna Rouch, Don Osley: guests of Dan M.
?????, ??????? Red Deer Royals:

Happy/Sad and other Fun Things

Scott R:  Celebrated the recent award at the Chamber of Commerce banquet for Patricia Arango.  Patricia was awarded ?????
Brenda Kolasa: Encouraging all to attend the Legacy Dinner to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Red Deer East to be held Nov. 26.  Tickets available until Nov 15.  
Victor M:  Shared how 80 years he was born in a bomb shelter in Holland. His father was a member of the Resistance in Holland.
Patricia: Change of name of the Sexual Assault Centre to ????.  The new name >>>>>
Adele: Shared the story of her uncle Giovanni who rode on a motorcycle and delivered messages. Happy to report that the UCP conference was a success.
Gloria: Shared poster of upcoming Christmas Market Days at Parkland Garden Centre.  (insert poster).  Remarked on how  recent events such as Black Tie Bingo and Remembrance Day bring back memories of Don ODell  to many.  Gave Kudos to the Black Tie Bingo team for their work.
Dick M: Reminded us to also consider the sacrifices that are made by those who are left behind due to conflict and their families.  He shared the story of his parents being separated for the first 5 years of their marriage.  
 
Gerry W: Gave thanks to those who liberated Holland. He also shared that his father was a POW in Germany. 
Robert L: Back early from trip to US because of border difficulties.  He was glad to have been able to do his long anticipated Grand Canyon hike.  Robert was recently awarded an honorary life time membership in the Historical Society of Alberta.  Congratulations!
Jim M: Noted that the Flash incorrectly recorded the motion re club support of Darcy M nomination for District Governor.  Jim F made the motion and Jim M seconded it. (editor note:  there are too many Jim's sometimes to keep them straight! Apologies to all.  Happy to see that someone read the Flash and picked up on the error.)
Phil H: His father was a glider test pilot and suffered long lasting effects from his missions.
Diane M: Her father was on patrol on the west coast, crashed, and was rescued in the Atlantic clinging to a wing.
Debbie V: Was at the first Black Tie Bingo and remarked how it is still a great event.  Kudos to Darcy as MC.
 
 
 

Membership News

2nd reading for Shelley Delaugh.
 

Rotarian of the Month

Congratulations to David Allin.  David successfully led the Black Tie Bingo committee.  He stepped up when a chair was required, despite being a newer member to the club.  David was an excellent example of putting Service above Self as he focused on what was needed to be done to make the event a successful one.  He recognized the importance of creating opportunities for the community and Rotary to work together to benefit local organizations and non-profits.  Thank you David for all that you did.  Well deserved.
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Community & Project Updates

Black Tie Bingo

More details to come!
 

Rotary Senior's Christmas Concert

Please see your recent email for information about the event taking place on Monday, November 18 at the Red Deer Arts Centre at 7 p.m. We would love to see many club members out enjoying the event.
If you are able to volunteer that evening, please contact Judith M.  Help is needed as bus buddies, ushers, and greeters. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Nov 4/24

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Pidherney Centre
May 05, 2025
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