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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, September 8, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

 

Grace: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President and current Treasurer Devon Biddle 

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES 

Happy Anniversary on September 9 to Linda and Devon Biddle

Happy Birthday on September 13 to Sandy McDowell

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: as announced by Past President Hilda Finnigan

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest speaker Lorna Weston-Smyth

On The Door Next Week: Past President Hilda Finnigan Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews
 
(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms and current Club Secretary Bob Koski

Past President Devon Biddle won the draw and drew the 10 of Spades the pot grows until the Ace of Spades is drawn. Devon received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Robert Kipling had an unhappy toonie. He took 4 photos with his new Galaxy cell phone, went to show someone the 4 photos and on his camera were 467 photos of someone's trip to Europe. Startling. Anyone have any idea how this could happen?

  2. Past President Robbie Larocque had a great week, last week, taking his kids to all sorts of fun activities in and around the Durham Regian and this week, he is happy they are in school.

  3. Past President Alan Nason is very happy again this week, but sometimes forgets why.

  4. Past Presdient Devon Biddle put in 20 shillings (he will make up the difference when he gets home since he is the Treasurer). He is very happy to be at the dinner table tonight with so many exhilarating Rotarians.

  5. Past District Governor Ted Morrison is very happy , but can't remember why. It escaped him for a moment. Then he told us that he and Sharron and the Biddles are off to the Rotary Foundation Million Dollar Dinner next Tuesday hosted by District Rotary Foundation Chair Bill Patchett and then he and Sharron will be off to the Zone Institute in Providence, RI, and will be getting prepared for his seat at the Rotary Council on Legislation which will occur next April.

  6. Bob Stewart was almost happy.

  7. Past Presdient Dave Andrews will be happy when President Mike McLaren returns from Calgary.

  8. Janice Coupland is also extremely happy tonight.​

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that our Rotary Club still needs our members to VOLUNTEER. We now have a full compliment of Bulletin Editors to do the bulletin for one month at a time and we NOW need Rotarians to sign up to be on the registration desk for one month at a time. Please sign up when the sign up sheet gets to YOU. The more help we get, the less work it is for everyone.

  2. Past President Devon Biddle announced reviewed with the club members the results of the meeting that he and Dave Andrews had with the Oshawa Golf Club regarding meal costs, meal choices and meal numbers and thanked those that responded to his request for their input. After some discussion, the club members agreed to keep the meal price at $xx per person and keep the dessert too. And it would be up to all of the club members to keep donating happy toonies on a weekly basis to help defray our weekly expenses.

  3. REMINDER: Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to come to the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. AND it is an opportunity to reach our goal of $3,100.00 US to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation. AND the District 7070 Foundation Committee is encouraging all walkers to purchase a red “End Polio Now” Rotary T Shirt for the Walk. Please contact Ted if you are going and also to order your T Shirt. For exact details on the Walk , be sure to go to the webiste, download anything you need. http://rotary7070foundationwalk2015.org

  4. REMINDER: Past President Devon Biddle announced that September 24 is a special event at Parkwood Estate called “See You in September" . It is a wine reception . Cost is $60 per person . Please see Devon for details and if you wish some tickets to help support Parkwood, it is always a fun time.

  5. REMINDER: Past President Bob Koski announced that he is still working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The date booked is Saturday, November 14, 2015. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Pleaase start selling to your favourite customers. Tickets will be available very soon. Please let them know the date well in advance.

  6. During the discussion of the meals costs, many members expressed their concern about the experiment to change the start of our club meetings from 6:30 pm to 5:30 pm in order to encourage younger potential members to join our club. As a result, Past President Dave Andrews asked the members if they wanted a Club Forum to discuss this change. The members agreed that since there was no speaker planned for Sept 15, that we have a Club Forum, with the sole item on the agenda being the change in start time of our weekly meetings. Please be prepared to share your thoughts and preferences.

ROTARY MOMENT: ROTARY DAY AT THE UNITED NATIONS

Past Distict Governor Ted Morrison talked about the history of Rotary and the United Nations and the November 7, 2015 Rotary Day at The United Nations in New York.

On April 19, 1945, a few months before the end of World War II, the leaders of the world met in San Francisco to develop an organization that would ensure Peace in the world. Rotary was invited to attend. Rotary already had the reputation in the world from 1905 through 1945 of promoting Peace in the world , without force. Rotarians took an very active role at the conference. Of the 800 delegates to the conference, 49 were Rotarians, and in addition, many of the world leaders were already Rotarians , back in their countries. Rotary has a seat at the United Natioe , was developed from the ways and means that Rotarians conduct their humanitarian service to the world. In 1985, the Philippines government came to Rotary and asked them to help with the spread of Polio in the Philippines. In one year, polio was eradicated from the Philippines. The UN took notice, and in that same year, the UN agencies (WHO and UNICEF) partnered with Rotary to begin PolioPlus. The rest is history.

Nov 7 2015 – Rotary Day at the UN: The cost for the day at the UN is $60. http://riunday.org/ is the website with all of the details. Be sure to read the September 2015 edition of the District 7070 Newsletter on the http://rotary7070.org website and the letter from Past Districvt Governor Doug Vincemt on the boat cruise and on the Nov 6 tour of the Canadian Embassy.

Rotary's partnership with the United Nations from Day One - a proud reason to be a Rotarian.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Lorna Weston Smyth http://lornawestonsmyth.com/about/

Past President Dave Andrews introduced Lorna Weston-Smyth, a Leadership coach with the John Maxwell Team. Lorna talked about ways to get the “best” out of our lives., how to make life meaningful, and how to create a planplan on how to live life. She invited us to attend the one day Live2Lead event at Deer Creek on November 4, 2015. Be sure to go to http://l2l.johnmaxwell.com/ and also pick up John's new book called Intentional Living avaialbe very soon from Amazon and in the books stores soon. John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times best selling author, shows readers how to achieve a life of purpose and significance through intentional living. Deep down, what does every person want most? To live a life that matters. We all want to feel like the time we spent on earth made a difference. How do we achieve that? John Maxwell believes the answer is intentional living. John says, "When you intentionally use your influence every day to bring about positive change in the lives of others, you achieve significance." There is a big difference between a life of good intentions and an intentional life. Almost everyone has good intentions. An intentional life, however, has thought and purpose to it. And the best thing about intentional living? It's within everyone's reach. This latest book by John Maxwell shows you how.And he will be at Deer Creek on November 4.

Here are some things Lorna said from John Maxwell:

We don’t see things as they are, but as we are.

If I trust myself, I will trust you because we attract what we are looking for.

Intentional people fill their own calendar. They don’t allow others to fill their calendar.

Focus on the three R’s. What is required? What offers the best return? People migrate toward things that reward.

There are two great days in a person’s life. The day they are born and the day they discover why. We’ll never be truly happy until we have at least one purpose in life that absolutely drives us. 

Selfishness and significance are incompatible. If we want to achieve significance, we must first help others.

Growth is not an automatic process. You don’t automatically get better.

It’s not for me to accept my life. It’s for me to take charge of my life.

In order to matter we need to be intentional and that’s the difference between wanting to make a difference and actually making a difference.

High morale is looking at each other and saying we are making a difference. Low morale is realizing you are not.”

Even Lorna noticed how smilar Rotarians are to those who know how to be significant and have a real impact on their mlives and the lives of others.

For more details on Live2Lead at Deer Creek on Nov 4, check out the Facebook page: Live 2Lead DurhamEastToronto. John Maxwell, the World's #1 Leadership Authority has been asked by the Presidents of no fewer than 22 countries around the world to come to those countries and help them bring Intentional Transformational Leadership to their people. Get your tickets today to hear him speak on Nov 4 at Deer Creek in Ajax. http://l2ldurhameasttoronto.com/

Lorna was thanked by Past President Lennis Trotter.

 

NEXT WEEK:

CLUB FORUM: THE PROS AND CONS OF CHANGE IN OUR CLUB'S MEETING TIME.

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Meeting Ajourned.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.  It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. 

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King St., Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, September 1, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

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Grace: Janice Coupland

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President David Mankiewicz

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Birthday on August 27 to Past President Devon Biddle

Happy Anniversary on August 29 to Linda and Craig Porritt

Happy Birthday on August 31 to Past President Dave Andrews

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our Rotaruian visitors:

Geoff Lloyd – President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa

Aziz Saleh – our Assistant Governor and Past President of the Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville

Michael Bell – our 2015-16 District 7070 Governor and Past President of the Rotary Club of Etobicoke

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guests: Joe Ingino, Colleen Mclaren, Jo-ann Bell, Linda Biddle, Caroline Kipling, Sharron Morrison, and Margaret Nason

 

On The Door Next Week: Past President Hilda Finnigan                 Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Alan Nason

Our Assistant Governor Aziz Saleh won the draw and drew the 9 of Spades and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Alan Nason, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

 

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Alan Nason

  1. Janice Coupland visited her 91 year old Mom in Hillsdale and her mom said she had an announcement to make to Janice: Her Mom said she was not coming back here next year. And her mom also daid that Janice MCs an inspiration to her mom.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle and Linda had a baby shower for their son and family at the lake. They will be grandparents again on Sept 25. Good party.

  1. Marianna Herczeg painted the entire weekend. Something called minecraft.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison happy to welcome Jo-ann and District Governor Michael Bell and was looking forward to his speech tonight.

  1. Caroline Kipling happy about their trip to Saskatchewan to attend their niece's wedding. Her niece wore Caroline's wedding dress.

  1. Past President Bob Koski haapy to have help tonight with the Sargeant at Arms duites. Thank you Past President Alan Nason. Past President Bob was tied up being Secretary at the Board Meeting.

  1. President of The Oshawa Rotary Club , Geoff Lloyd was happy that the Club bought Blue Jay tickets last May for one of their social outings, and this week, they saw Edwin Encarnacion hit his three homers in the same game and see part of history being made with the throwing of hats , just like in hockey. A hat trick for Edwin.

  1. Colleen McLaren was happy for their anniversary trip to Ottawa and very happy to have a beautiful new ring.

  1. Past President was very happy today to be able to start off the District Governor's official visit to our Rotary Club with a game of golf at The Oshawa Golf and Curling Club with District Governor Michael Bell. Past District Governor Mike Cooksey and past District Givernor Bob Wallace. They all loved the Golf Course.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Devon Biddle announced that September 24 is a special event at Parkwood Estate called “See You in September" . It is a wine reception . Cost is $60 per person . Please see Devon for details and if you wish some tickets to help support Parkwood, it is always a fun time.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle announced that he and Dave Andrews met with the Oshawa Golf Club regarding meal costs, meal choices and meal numbers. He will be sending an email to all members summarizing the options we have going forward and asks that you send your thoughts to Devon in an email.

  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he is still working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The date booked is Saturday, November 14, 2015. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Pleaase start selling to your favourite customers. Tickets will be available very soon. Please let them know the date well in advance.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to come to the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. AND it is an opportunity to reach our goal of $3,100.00 US to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation. AND the District 7070 Foundation Committee is encouraging all walkers to purchase a red “End Polio Now” Rotary T Shirt for the Walk. Please contact Ted if you are going and also to order your T Shirt.

  1. President Mike Mclaren announced that in order to get new members and as an answer to his survey last year, the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood will try an experiment running from October 6, 2015 through the end of February 2016 to encourage younger prospective members to join Rotary. Here it is as follows:

  • Fellowship half hour and registration at the front desk from 5:00 to 5:30 pm

  • Meeting starts at 5:30 pm sharp with Grace. O Canada and Toast to the Queen

  • Announcements, and Happy Toonies will follow

  • Oue Speaker would start approximately 6:00 pm and the business portion of the meeting would end at 6:30 pm.

  • Those prospective and new members who cannot stay for dinner would then be able to leave. However, those that can stay, would be encouraged to do so for dinner. All current Club members would stay and enjoy their meal at the same time as they have been in the past.

  • Dinner would follow from 6:30 pm to 7pm and the meeting would be over.

6. Presdient Mike Mclaren read a thank you note from the Durham Outlook For The Needy that we helped

financially support last Rotary Year.

 

ROTARY MOMENT: ROTARY'S POLIO PARTNERS - WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY DO

Past President Dave Andrews talked about Potary's polio partners and said that most of us know who they are but do you know what they do?

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Rotary International District 7070 Governor Michael Bell

Assistant Governor Aziz Saleh introduced Michael Bell to our Rotary Club. District Governor Michael believes that, as Gandhi said, "you have to be the change that you want to see in the world". His involvement in Rotary allows him to do that. 

Michael was born and raised in the west end of Toronto, attending Royal York Collegiate, York University and Humber College.  He spent the majority of his business career running the family fur business before selling and retiring in 2008.  He is married to his wife, Jo-Ann and between them they have six children and seven grandchildren.  Whether it was chairing the Board of Managers at his local church, serving as President of his local BIA (Business Improvement Area) or as President of his national business association, Michael has always been involved in volunteering where he was needed. 

In 2005, he was invited to the Rotary Club of Etobicoke's 75th anniversary celebration where he first heard Rotary's motto of "Service Above Self" which spoke to him in a way that he knew this was a place where he could really help to make a difference.  President of the Rotary Club of Etobicoke in 2008-09 and again in 2013-14, Michael has been active in helping the club add 33 new members in the last two years alone.  In addition, he has chaired the club's largest fundraising initiative, "Toronto Ribfest" for the past three years, raising over $650,000 during that time and helping to grow this local event to become perhaps the largest community charity fundraiser in Canada over the July 1st holiday weekend.  At the District level, Michael has been an Assistant District Governor, an active member of the membership Committee and the Paul Harris Society Committee.  Michael is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow and a member of the Bequest Society. 

Michael said that if a person was going to put their house up for sale, they would focus on de-cluttering, painting, installing a granite counter top, perhaps in order to obtain a better price and make their home more attractive.  We need to do the same thing as Rotary Clubs. There is a stong need for re-branding to re-position our public image. We need to attract young members and still retain our older members. There are no easy answers but me MUST find them,

 For Michael, success in Rotary is all about being relevant and having fun.  If what we do is relevant to the community as far as projects are concerned, we will attract like-minded individuals.  We need to look at our clubs through fresh eyes.  If membership and attendance is declining, we need to look at that.  Our Rotary Year under RI President Gary Huang to Light Up Rotary was a very successful year.  We welcomed 48,000 new members and supported hundreds of global grants.  Under this Rotary Year's motto from Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran, of “Be A Gift To The World”, Rotarians need to give of their time, skill, leadership and expertise to grow Rotary.

 Michael has three goals for our District 7070 in this new Rotary year:

  • to increase our membership by 100 new members

  • to raise $800,000 for our Rotary Foundation

  • and for each club to add one new fellowship event for the 2015-2016 Rotary year. 

To attract new members a Club should present good speakers, be open and welcoming with a hand- on approach.  Do we have a strategic plan in place?  Before we attract new members, we have to get our own house in order.  The Rotary Foundation is the engine that drives grant projects.  There are a number of ways to donate to the Foundation -- through the Foundation Walk on September 20th, Every Rotarian Every Year, the Paul Harris Society, End Polio Now Club, Bequest Society or Benefactor, the Million Dollar Dinner on September 15th hosted by Foundation Chair Bill Patchett.

 President Mike Mclarens has been given training to lead and service our club in this new Rotary year.  All District 7070 Club Presidents have received strategic planning tools to help them with goal setting such as the RI Presidential Citation, the District 7070 Foundation Citation, the 6 areas of focus, and the Rotary Club Central Goal Setting Strategy (just go to my rotary on the rotary.org website and enter rotary club central) , a club snapshot survey , club visioning, and Rotary Leadership Institute.  All members should work with President Mike and your Board of Directors to define and set club goals. 

 Michael Bell thanked all Rotarians who work so tirelessly to help make the world a better place at home and abroad. He talked about End Polio Now and how close we are to eradicating polio from the entire world. Are you ready when this day happens? The entire world will know that Rotary was there from the start. Your friends and neigbours will ask you about Rotary and this is the golden opportunity to invite them to a meeting.

Michael Bell asked us all to be aware of all the important events in the District and asked us to join in. Check the Rotary District 7070 website and be ready for The Rotary Foundation Walk in a few weeks, Rotary Leadership Institute on Oct 3, Nov 7 and Apr 23; the District Conference Oct 23 to 25, the District Assemblty on May 14 and the Rotary International Convention May 28 to June 1 in Seoul, Korea.

He encouraged everyone to register today for the District Conference. There will be session on our indigenous peoples; Mark Kielberger will speak on Free the Children; lots of break-out sessions, hospitality suites Friday and Saturday night and you can register for one day, of the entire conference – your choice at the Habour Castle in Downtown Toronto.

  Our beliefs and dreams are what sow the seeds and when properly nurtured, produce the desired results.  Michael left us with one additional challenge:

  • to wear your Rotary pin every day

  • to bring in one new member into Rotary this year

  • and to make a personal donation to the Rotary Foundation.

  And most important BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD.

District Governor Michael was thanked by President Mike Mclaren.

 

Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 25, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

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Grace: Past President Alan Nason

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Janice Coupland

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Birthday on August 27 to Past President Devon Biddle

Happy Anniversary on August 29 to Linda and Craig Porritt

Happy Birthday on August 31 to Past President Dave Andrews

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest speaker and Past President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Ian Young

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest Joe Ingino

 

ON The Door Next Week: Past President Hilda Finnigan         Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

Linda Porritt drew the 7 of Hearts and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison planted 6 beds of flowers at their new home at Wilmot Creek. Turned out it became a ton of work. He thinks grass or hostas may be a good alternative next year.

  1. Marianna Herczeg had a wonderful trip in Europe but was so hot, suffered from heat stroke. She is okay now.

  1. Sandy McDowell took her grandson to the Canadian National Exhibition (to the Ex) and enjoyed seeing him on his first rides and the food is always great too.

  1. Past Presdient Dave Andrews told everyone that golf can be a very dangerous sport. Last Sunday, he was helping President Mike McLaren find a lost ball on the 15th hole up a steep enbankment and Dave went tumbling to the ground. Had a few scrapes and bruises and only found a beat up Pinnacle golf ball.

  1. Past President Robbie Larocque enjoyed his annual camping trip with the family and happens to have a new beard started too.

  1. Marsha Chambers had a tree cutter to her house last week to trim a tree on the neighbour's lot. The tree cutter and the neighbour did not get along . A fight ensued and the police had to be called. The tree cutter suffered 2 broken ribs. And the tree is still there.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle added that tree limbs on a neighbour's property are to be cut by the neighbour.

  1. Past President Alan Nason is very happy this week but can't remember why.

  1. Past President Kris Sachdeva is very happy that his new car finally arrived.

  1. Past President Larry Hurren very happy that Marsha did not take Larry up on his offer to cut down some tree limbs for $200.

  1. Kim Boatman very happy that her father was playing golf the other day and got a hole-in one, hist 8th hole in one. Amazing.

  1. Linda Porritt had lots of fun with the grandchildren at the zoo and Legoland.

  1. Past President Bob Koski very happy that we have such nice weather. The cooler aair is a great relief.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Dave Andrews announced that Sept 1 will be a SPOUSES NIGHT as we will be hosting our District Governor Michael Bell and his wife Jo-anne,as they make their Official Visit to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. Please let Dave know as soon as possible. Dave asked all of the members present that had not answered his emails.

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that our Rotary Club needs our members to VOLUNTEER. We now have a full compliment of Bulletin Editors to do the bulletin for one month at a time and we NOW need Rotarians to sign up to be on the registration desk for one month at a time. Please sign up when the sign up sheet gets to YOU. The more help we get, the less work it is for everyone.

  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he is still working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The dates in October are not available. He will let us know the next steps as soon as he has more details. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Stay tuned and let your customers know in advance.

 

ROTARY MOMENT: WHY DID YOU JOIN ROTARY?

Past President Dave Andrews asked the question: Why did you join Rotary.

Maybe you saw a need in your own community and wondered how you could help. Maybe you wanted to use your professional skills to help others — or even learn new skills.Maybe you were seeking connections with other service-minded professionals in your community or world-wide. Whatever your reason, ……joining Rotary has helped you achieve these goals, and so much more.

There really are many benefits why we all joined Rotary. Let’s listen to some of the reason from Rotarians world wide.

  1. Being a Rotarian means serving your community, networking, making friends, and building international relationships.”
    — Mercy Bannerman, Rotary Club of Accra-Airport, Ghana

  2. Rotary creates the perfect venue for me to give back to the community I live in while enjoying the camaraderie of positive and active individuals.”
    — Tom Brand, Rotary Club of Kenosha West, Wisconsin, USA

  3. If you truly want to give back to the community – and to the world at large – you join Rotary. It has an arm that reaches across all barriers. To be part of that is very powerful.”
    — Aruna Koushik, Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland, Ontario, Canada

  4. Every Rotary club in the world, no matter how big or small, has one thing in common: friendship. And it's from this base of friendship that we serve our community.”
    — Kemal Attilâ, Rotary Club of Ankara-Tandogan, Turkey

  5. We want families with children to join Rotary, so we try to be very flexible. Family commitments always take precedence.”
    — Wendy Scammell, Rotary Club of St. John's Northwest, Newfoundland, Canada

  6. There's so much diversity in the work Rotary does. It can give you exposure to so many different areas and help you find what your interests really are.”
    — Andrea Tirone, Rotaract Club of University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada ( now with the Rotary Club of Toronto Skyline)

Why did you join Rotary?

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Ian Young, owner and President of the Whitby Dunlops

Past President Dave Andrews introduced Ian Young, the new sole owner and President of the Whitby Dunlops. Ian talked about the past, the present and the future of the Whitby Dunlops.

Ian played goal for the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League and went to the 1966 Memorial Cup final with teamates Bobby Orr, Wayne Cashman, Danny O'Shea, and even with fellow Oshawa Rotary Club member Chris Roberts. He was a two time OHL All Star and he is a two time member of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame: once as a player with The Oshawa Generals and once a coach with the 1990 Oshawa Generals Memorial Cup Champions.

In 1967, he took a Mickey Redmond slapshot in the eye and lost 96% of the vision in his eye. His whole life changed. His career in the NHL would not be. Harry Sinden, then General Manager of the Oshawa Generals said that Ian's future as the Boston Bruins next number one goalie. His contract offer with the Bruins was more lucrative than Bobby Orr's.

Not wanting to give up hockey, Ian went on to play intercollegiate hockey for the University of Waterloo,, got his education, and had a very successful career here in the Durham Region as an investment advisor with Scotia McLeod, and from where he recently retired.

Ian is also a current member of the Oshawa Rotary Club and has served as a Past President.

In 2004, Ian and 30 other individuals bought the Whitby Dunlops, the senior hockey team, in Whitby. The team enjoyed great success drawing many fans the first year. In May of this year, I an did not want to see the team fold so he purchased the entire team and started over, brining in a new management team, with a great crop of new prospective players for this new season at Iroquois Park in Whitby where they play their home games on Saturday evenings.

Here is a video that Ian made mention of many times during his speech. The 1958 Whitby Dunlops represented Canada in the World Championships , beat Russia in the final game became World Champions. Quite a feat for an amateur hockey team from Whitby, Ontario.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v360nd5CHWg

Ian remembers listening to the game as a young hockey fan on the radio and how much pride he had as a Canadian. Ian remembers being sought after by all 6 NHL teams at the age of 15. Back then, when you signed with a junior team, you belonged to their professional team sponsor. Wren Blair was after Ian to come to Oshawa. He picked up Ian in Scarborough and drove him through Whitby to the Oshawa Generals complex at the time. Ian remembers the big sign that read “Welcome to Whitby, Home of the World Chamion Whitby Dunlops” hanging over the 4 corners in Whitby. Right then and there, Ian knew that Oshawa would accept the offer to play for the Oshawa Generals, his junior team and property of the Boston Bruins. He did not even know that Bobby Orr existed at the time. The Generals were just being formed.

Ian remembers as a Director of the Whitby Dunliops in 2004, they needed to fundraise to keep the team afloat. They were getting about 300 spectators and the cost to play each game was over $1,000. During their last Annual General Meeting, the team was in debt and ready to fold. Ian could not let that happen. Ian bought the debt and the team.

Here is an article you may find interesting: http://www.durhamregion.com/sports-story/5671082-former-oshawa-generals-great-ian-young-takes-over-whitby-dunlops/

His goal is now to win the Allan Cup, supremacy of Senior Hockey in Canada. He as brought in a whole new management team and a brand new culture of winning. This year, there will be 60 players at training camp trying to make the team. He has met the entire staff, and made them all feel part of the family and the winning experience. Iroquois Park is their home arena,. It seats 2,800 . The games start at 6:30 pm and tickets run $10 for an adult and $8 for a senior. Kids will get in free when accompanied by an adult. He will be having a live press conference at Live Act Theatre in Whitby very soon - a “Meet The Team” event. He has many promotional packages available for this year. Such as 12 tickets for $100 and they are good for any game in the season. He is working promotional deals with local businesses and setting up many events.

Ian is looking to have a “Rotary” night for the 10 Rotary Clubs in the Durham Region and we will anxiously look for the details coming soon.

Ian's dedication and determination will certainly keep the Whitby Dunlops going for a long time – past, present, and future.

Ian was thanked by Past President Devon Biddle for a very informative and as always, entertaining speech..

 

NEXT WEEK:

DISTRICT GOVERNOR MICHAEL BELL.

.Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.     It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.  It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 18, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

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Grace: Past President David Mankiewicz

O Canada: Past President Dave Andrews

Toast To The Queen : Past President Alan Nason

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Anniversary on August 20 to President Mike and Colleen McLaren

Happy Anniversary on August 20 to former member and Past President Keith and Velma Ratchford

Happy Birthday on August 22 to Director Kim Boatman

Happy Birthday on August 23 to Terri Lynn Larocque

Happy Anniversary on August 23 to Past President David and Rosemary Mankiewicz

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest Janice Coupland, and to our guest speaker Tom Regehr

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to Brenda Booth from the Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha (a good friend of Janice Coupland)

 

On The Door Next Week: Linda Porritt                                    Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

Past President Hilda Finnigan drew the Queen of Clubs and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Past President Lennis Trotter thanked Past President Devon and Linda Biddle for being such gracious hosts for the annual Rotary BBQ last Saturday. After that, Lennis and Esther went to their cottage and had a good time with their grandchildren.

  1. Bob Stewart was at the Oshawa Golf Club today, on the patio above the 18th green having breakfast at noon and saw Past President Dave Andrews , down by the creek on the 18th fairway taking a golf shot. Highly rare for Dave to be near the water on this hole. Dave took a 5 on the hole. That's golf.

  1. Past President Kris Sachdeva also thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for a great day at their cottage and also told us that on August 15,1947, India was granted their independence.

  1. Past President Pat Dyck told us that it was one year ago this week, that Ken Dyck came to his last Rotary meeting. We all miss Ken very much.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle happy to have everyone from our Rotary Club at their cottage last Saturday. Good company and a great time. And some stayed late enough for the mosquitos to come out. Lots of fun.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for being great hosts at the annual BBQ. He also thanked Past President Lennis Trotter for brining us the Rotary Skate-a-ton some 34 years ago and thanked Past President Dave Andrews for all of his efforts with the Skate-a-thon over the years. 34 consecutive years makes it the longest running Skate-a-thon in Canada.

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan thanked everyone for all of their efforts in making the BBQ a tremendous success – good food, good fun, good friends, and a good chef in Past President Larry Hurren. She is also very happy that her daughter is home from hospital. A long recovery is next. I also undertsand from Past President Al that he is missing some toonies. A very special thanks goes out to Hilda for making the BBQ a tremendous success.

  1. Brenda Booth, our visiting Rotarian from Peterborough-Kawartha Rotary Club was happy to be here tonight as we induct our newest member,and her good friend, Janice Coupland.

  1. Past President Alan Nason thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for hosting a great BBQ last Saturday AND his grand daughter scored two goals and an assist, playing soccer at Eastern Michigan University.

  1. Janice Coupland very happy to be joining our Club and becoming a Rotarian , and very happy that her good friend and Rotarian, Brenda Booth could be here tonight for the induction.

  1. Past President Dave Andrews, had quite a round of golf on Tuesday as Bob Stewart witnessed. Here is the rest of the story: 5 – 3's on the front nine and 7 – 5's on the back nine for a total of 79.

  1. President Mike McLaren also thanked Dave Andrews for his help with the Skate-a-thon and Mike really enjoyed our Rotary golf putting practice last week at our Rotary Club meeting.

  1. Past President Bok Koski is also very happy tonight.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that our Rotary Club needs our members to VOLUNTEER. We need Bulletin Editors to do the bulletin for one month at a time and we need Rotarians to sign up to be on the registration desk for one month at a time. Please sign up when the sign up sheet gets to YOU. The more help we get, the less work it is for everyone.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to come to the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. And it is an opportunity to reach our goal of $3,100.00 US to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation. And the District Foundation Committee is encouraging all walkers to purchase a red “End Polio Now” Rotary T Shirt for the Walk. Please contact Ted if you are going and also to order your T Shirt.

  1. Past President Dave Andrews announced that Sept 1 will be a SPOUSES NIGHT as we will be hosting our District Governor Michael Bell and his wife Jo-anne,as they make their Official Visit to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. Please let Dave know as soon as possible. Before next meeting if possible.

  1. Past President Dave Andrews announced that we will be postponing this year's Rotary Skate-a-thon and will make an attempt to revise the format for 2016. He noted that over $500,000 has been donated to the participating hockey, ringette, and skating teams and associations and to our Rotary charities, over the last 34 years. A press release will be coming soon to announce the one year hiatus.

  1. Past President Bob Koski announce that he is working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The dates he is looking at are Oct 14 or 21. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Stay tuned and let your customers know in advance.

  2. From Laura Carey: On Friday, August 28th, Durham Improv (in the church at Harmony & King) is hosting a night with Colin Mochrie from Whose Line is it Anyway!

  3. Please see the link for details:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153478753571280&set=a.10150559346286280.433053.573986279&type=1

Advance tickets are $39.00.I think it would be a really fun night and its so great that he is local:)

 

ROTARY MOMENT: NONE TONIGHT

INSTEAD

INDUCTION OF OUR NEWEST ROTARY CLUB MEMBER:

Presented by Past President David Andrews and the Rotary Information Committee

The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood welcomed Janice Coupland as our newest Rotary Club member. Past President David Mankiewicz introduced and proposedproposed Janice for membership. Janice was presented with the Objects of Rotary, The Four Way Test, her Rotary Pin, Her Name Badge, and her Rotary New Member package by President Mike McLaren, Past District Governor Ted Morrison, and Past Presidents Lennis Trotter, Devon Biddle, and Dave Andrews.

GUEST SPEAKER : Tom Regher , CAST Canada

Past President Hidla Finnigan introduced our club to Tom Regehr, President and Founder of CAST Canada. CAST stands for “Come and sit together”. CAST Canada has been helping professionals and corporations better understand the role of traumatic stress and unresolved grief in workplace mental health, addiction and day-to-day human interactions through the coordination of workshops, training and keynote speaking throughout Ontari and across Canada since 2003.

They can be reached at regehr@cast-canada.ca and their website is www.cast-canada.ca . Tom's phone number is 705-749-6145. He works with an assistant Becca Partington who could not be with us tonight.

Tom asked us for our input. He asked us what we thought about workplace trauma – the events or series of events or environment that overwhelms our ability to cope physically, emotionally, psychologically and physiologically. He talked about Emotion Intelligence (EI) – the ability to acquire or apply knowledge from our emotions and the emotions of others. And he also told us about traumatic overwhelm – the accumulation of stress and losses. He talked about good stress and also traumatic overwhelm characteristics.

Tom talked about the results of training the professionals in a company or corporate environment – improving employee retention cutting down costly turnover of employees; the reduction in absenteeism and disability claims; the improvement of morale, creativity and productivity; the ensuring of team cohesiveness,; improved relations; and the helping everyone to manage change.

Tom said that we could start today in our workplaces by creating an open enviroment and to start challenging conversations, and getting outside our comfort zone and help prevent others from suffering.

CAST Canada offers many services to employers, employees, Boards of Directors and CEO's through their initial query, consulataion and assessment, education sessions and interactive workshops , onsite coaching and interviews and keynote speeches to companies, big and small. Be sure to go to www.cast-canada.ca for more details.

Tom was thanked by Myles Fisher.

NEXT WEEK:

ROTARIAN IAN YOUNG WILL TALK ABOUT THE WHITBY DUNLOPS – PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

.Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 11, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski

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Grace: Past President Alan Nason

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President Larry Hurren

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Anniversary on August 20 to President Mike and Colleen McLaren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guests Janice Coupland, Colleen McLaren, and Joe Ingino

On The Door Next Week: Linda Porritt                           Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

Marsha Chambers drew the 6 of Hearts and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike McLaren

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

HAPPY TOONIES: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Past President Devon Biddle happy to have had a family party at the cottage last week. Robert and Caroline Kipling's son's dog was very lethargic during the night and they called to see if the dog got into some choclate cake . The answer was perhaps yes. A little later, another member of the Biddle family announced that the dog got into some banana bread and that the bread had some “extra” ingredients in it.

  2. Marsha Chambers has been searching for weeks for a side table for her home and after a long search at many estate sales, she got one.

  3. Kim Boatman happy to remind everyone of the annual Autofest on August 21, 22 and 23 in diowntown Oshawa on Friday night and at Lakeview Park on Saturday and Sunday. It is a real family event. And she MCs happy to be picked up by Past President Lennis Trotter for the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce Kickoff to Autofest on Wednesday.

  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrisonvery happy with the new and imporoved Toronto Blue Jays, sold out for the next 4 games. Let's Go Blue Jays !!!

  5. Past President Dave Andrews happy to have shot a 75 today at the Oshawa Golf Club.

  6. Colleen McLaren looking forward to their Anniversary next week and their cruise down the Rideau.

  7. Past President Alan Nason was at the doctor today for xrays and ultrasound. He had to drink 32 ounces of water in an hour. Happy that the ordeal is over.

  8. President Mike mclaren MCs very happy that Colleen MCs here tonight and happy about their 32nd Anniversary.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President and current Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that at today's Baord of Directors meeting, Devon proposed and Bob Koski seconded that Dave Andrews fill the vacant position of Vice President for 2015-2016 and President for 2016-2017. The vote was unanaimous. Dave asked for everyone's help and support to ensure that our Rotary Club grows and prospers.

  2. In Past President Hilda Finnigan's absence, Past President Devon Biddle said that he emailed everyone with maps to their cottage for the annual Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood picnic at their cottage on Balsam Lake. He and Linda are looking forward to see everyone around 2 pm on Aug 15 for a day of fun and fellowship. Cost will be $15 per couple.

  3. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced that Past Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson is getting married on August 27. Congratulations to Wilf from the Rotary Club of Oshawa- Parkwood.

  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced that he hopes the Club can get about 8 to 10 Rotarians and spouses out to the annual Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. And it MCs an opportunity to reach our goal of $3100 US to the Annual priograms Fund of The Rotary Foundation

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past President David Andrews.

One Year ago Today - August 11, 2014 marked the very last case of polio in Africa.

And TODAY = August 11, 2015 - marks one year since the last case of polio in Africa: a case in Somalia that came at the end of an outbreak in the Horn of Africa.

Africa’s countries have overcome significant challenges — including lack of security and difficulty reaching children in remote places — to protect their children from polio. Rotary has played an important role in reaching these milestones.
Rotarians have dedicated their time and their personal resources to keep children safe from this disease by:

  1. immunizing them,

  2. donating money,

  3. raising funds,

  4. and urging governments to support the cause.

Rotary has donated $688.5 million to fight polio throughout Africa, including more than $200 million designated for Nigeria.
While this is notable progress, we haven’t finished the job yet.

However, it is Too Soon to Celebrate
Before Africa can be certified polio-free, all countries in the region, including Nigeria, must pass two more years without a case of polio. To achieve this, we must make sure all children in Nigeria continue to receive the polio vaccine, including those in hard-to-reach and underserved areas.Maintaining high-quality immunization campaigns and disease surveillance throughout the continent is essential.Now more than ever, we need the support of Rotarians, partners, and governments. As recently as June, Rotary granted $19 million to support polio eradication efforts in Africa, including $9.9 million for Nigeria. By continuing to support polio eradication in these final years of the campaign, we ensure the best possible chance that August 11, 2014 marked the very last case of polio in Africa.

AND SO ATTENTION ROTARIANS, ROTARACTORS AND FRIENDS OF ROTARY:
Spread the news that we’re making progress, but this is only one step on the final road to polio eradication.
Support Rotary’s continued efforts to fight polio by donating at endpolio.org.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Our Annual Putting Lesson at The Oshawa Golf Club

Peter Butler, the Head Golf Porfessional at the Oshawa Golf Club sent his regrets to our Rotary Club. His Mother in Law took a spell on the golf course today , and he was with her in the ambulance and at the hospital during the afternoon was with her at home during the evening. The rest of the family were at the cottage at the time. We certainly understood and hope that he can return next year for another visit.

In his place, we were very please that our very own Rotary Club President Mike McLaren took over and told everyone about the art of putting and then led us on to the practice putting green at the Oshawa Golf Club for some putting practice. Mike told us about our dominant eye and that it should be right over the ball at address. He told us that at address, the ball should be slightly forward of our left foot (if we are right handed) with our hands slightly forward of centre. He told us about the pendulum effect of the swing and said that it was like “rocking a baby”. He told us about several grips we should use. He talked about how to “read” a green (the slopes and valleys in the greens) and how to figure out the “breaks” in the green (very much like geometry). He talked to us about the “yips” and the “grain” of the grass on the green. But the most important thing of all is to HAVE FUN.

And out we went to the practice putting green and tried out our new putting strokes. Lots of fun at The Oshawa Golf Club.

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Meeting Ajourned.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King St., Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

Read more...

 

 

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 4, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Shawn Kellam

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President Larry Hurren

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy 41st Anniversary on August 3 to Past President Larry and Kay Hurren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to Past President Cherlene Cheung and Shane Dyer (our Guest Speaker) of the Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College

and to Janice Coupland (a guest of Past President David Mankiewicz)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW:

Past President Alan Nason drew the Jack of Clubs and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike McLaren

Don't forget to donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes).

On The Door Next Week: Linda Porritt Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. Linda Porritt saw a double rainbow on the way to the Rotary meeting today. Just as she was going to take a photo with her cell phone, she noticed that a police car was right behind her. Close call, Linda.

  2. Another adventure by Bob Stewart. He could not go to Saratoga this year but had purchased concert tickets. He asked his friends who did go to give the tickets to the hotel staff. They couldn't go. So the friends tried to sell the tickets. They did to a homeless individual. The problem was that his friends sold them for $15. They purchaser did not have change for a $20 so his friends gave the purchaser a $5 bill as change. But they forgot to get the $20. So Bob owes his friends $15 and didn't even get to go to Saratoga this year.

  3. Past President Hilda Finnigan also saw the double rainbow. Amazing. But she also had a story about Past President Al Finnigan. He was reconciling his bank account and came up $50 short. After going online to check the transactions, it was discovered that Hilda had written a cheque to her grand daughter for her birthday and fogot to tell Al.... Poor Al.

  4. Past President Devon Biddle – happy to have had a fabulous Alaskan trip and showed us his native Alaskan tie, made in Canada.

  5. Past District Governor Ted Morrison participated in the GM Gold Cup Lawn Bowling Tournamnet this past weekend and pleased to see Janice Coupland there representing the sponsor, Dignity Funeral Home. He did not win a game and lost each one duing the last bowls. However, two days later the Morrison Tournament was held and Bowlers from all over Ontario attended. The Morrisons provide the fabulous food for the tournament. They ate everything. Now off to a tournament in Port Hope.

  6. Past President Alan Nason and Margaret had a great weekend at a resort on a Lake Simcoe. They ate for 3 days. Lots of rain outside.

  7. Past President Larry Hurren was very happy for his 41 years with Kay. They went out to a dinner and a show. Be sure to ask Larry where they went.

  8. President Mike Mclaren very happy to see Rotaract Past President Cherlene Cheung and RYLA Award winner Shane Dyer tonight.

  9. Past President Bob Koski bought some Cobra golf clubs last week but then heard an ad on TV that said that Taylor Made drivers were 50 more time popular on the PGA Tour than Cobra.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President and current Treasurer Devon Biddle and Linda are also the hosts of the annual Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood picnic at their cottage on Balsam Lake. He will be sending out a map for our Aug 15 day of fun and fellowship. Cost will be $15 per couple.

  2. Past President Hilda Finnigan circulated the list for attendance and food donations for our annual picnic which is on Saturday August 15th hosted by Linda and Devon Biddle;

  3. Hilda Finnigan also circulated a sign up sheet for bulletin editors asking members to pick a month that might be convenient for them; we still have some months to fill.

  4. President Mike McLaren reminded the Board of Directors of their monthly meeting on Aug 11 at 5 pm, here at the Oshawa Golf Club.

  5. Past President Dave Andrews reminded everyone that next week, we are having our annual putting lesson from Oshawa Golf Club Head Professional Peter Butler. This is a good week to dress casually (even shorts if it is hot) and wear soft soled shoes and bring your putter.

 

PRESENTATION:

Past District Governor and Past President Robbie Larocque presented the Rotary International Presidential Citation to Cherlene Cheung, Past President of the Rotaract Club of UOIT-Durham College. The Presidential Citation, signed by Rotary International 2014-2015 President Gary Huang, award that is given to the Rotaract Club because they answered the Rotary International's call to arms for their exemplary service to the local and international communtites. Congratulations to Past President Cherlene and all of the members of the Rotaract Club of UOIT-Durham College.

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past President David Andrews.

What is RYLA? In honour of RYLA Award winner Shane Dyer's visit with us tonight, Past President Dave told everyone about RYLA. R otary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range. In our District 7070, the age range is 19-30. RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth, provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders, encourage leadership of youth by youth, and recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities.

RYLAs often take the form of a seminar, a camp, or a workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level. In our District, it is a District program , that runs 5 days, under the leadership of Toronto Rotarian Ric Williams, held in May at Loyalist College in Belleville. Participants are nominated and in our case , sponsored by local Rotary clubs. For these young adults, this recognition offers the opportunity to build self-confidence, gain exposure to a variety of issues and people, meet active community leaders, and learn valuable information and career skills. RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond.

Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia, RYLA was created as a festival highlighting local youth organized in honor of a royal visit by Princess Victoria. Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders define themselves and expand their skills. And for this reason, RYLA is a service program under Rotary’s 5th and newest avenue of service – YOUTH SERVICE. Officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971, this exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Shane Dyer – our 2015 RYLA Awardee

Past District Governor Ted Morrison welcomed Shane Dyer, our 2015 RYLA awardee and also a member of the Rotaract Club of UOIT-DurhamCollege. Shane is a recent graduate of Durham College with a degree in Business and Marketing.

His expectations going into the 5 day program made him nervous, unsure and excited. Through the week of challenges in leadership, team building, public spaeking, self analysis , he found it to be an unforgettable experience , with new friends that will last a life-time. He thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for his dinner toinight, the opportunity to speak to our Rotary Club , and for his tremendous week at RYLA which he will remember for the rest of his life. When asked if our Rotary Club should continue the program, Shane suggested that we should send two people next year.

Past President Devon Biddle thanksd Shane and congratulated him on his ongoing commitment to service.

President Mike McLaren finished the meeting with a quote: “Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.”

.Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King St., Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July 28, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Larry Hurren

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Kris Sachdeva

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES None this week

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Visiting Rotarian/Guest Speaker Steve Routledge; Janice Coupland guest of David Mankiewicz

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Bob Stewart drew the Queen of Hearts and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike

On The Door Next Week: Linda Poirett/Hilda Finnigan Bulletin Editor Next Week: David Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. David Mankiewicz happy to be at Rotary and pleased we are getting warm weather;

  2. Kris Sachdeva happy to have completed his duties driving Athletes and others to venues and airport during Pan Am Games – worked 2PM to Midnight shift!! Appreciated the HOV lanes;

  3. Ted Morrison many stories re his trip to Ireland, great trip – good food, 12th of July Parade’ bombings, bonfires, porcelain, Waterford crystal, guiness, Blarney Castle;

  4. Steve Routledge unable to top Ted’s stories;

  5. Robbie LaRoque saw Ladies Boxing where Gold was won;

  6. Lennis Trotter had a great trip through Vermont 1400 miles, Safety Village lease has been signed by all parties; Linda Porritt happy to be living in this diversive community noting two events on August 9th – 6th annual gospelfest and fundraiser for hystocytosis, heard Safety Village mentioned on CKDO;

  7. Robert Kipling has received the charter for the “free” library in his front yard, notes that it is being used;

  8. Bob Koski attended a musical at Westben Theatre near Campbellford – great show;

  9. Pres. Mike happy to see Ted back and likes his green shirt

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Hilda Finnigan circulated the list for food donations for our annual picnic which is on Saturday August 15th hosted by Linda and Devon Biddle;

  2. Hilda Finnigan also circulated a sign up sheet for bulletin editors asking members to pick a month that might be convenient for them;

  3. Pres. Mike asked the Directors/Board to stay for a brief meeting following this meeting;

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews.

August is Membership Month, Pres. Mile has set a goal of 12 new members in 2015/16. Rotary’s effectiveness is directly related to its’ members. It is the responsibility of every Rotarian to share Rotary and actively search for new members. Dave has emailed each member the PDF “How to Propose a New Member”. Our Membership Committee under the Directorship of Lennis Trotter will help in our efforts to recruit new members as well as retain present ones. All members are encouraged to share your passion for Rotary and enjoy a diverse and thriving Rotary Club.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres.David Mankiewicz welcomed back Rotarian Steve Rutledge . the Whitby Sunrise Club as our guest speaker for this evening. Steve and his committee have a mandate to provide new water sources, cleaqn water, education, hygiene training and toilets in Laos focusing on the rural regions. We viewed a video showing filters used in this clean water project. Steve indicated things that cause delay in these areas such as unrest between villages and lack of trust towards those trying to provide education and install water filters. One member from each family must be educated before a family can install a water filter – this is to ensure that the filter will be maintained properly. The change in value of the Canadian $$ has also had a negative influence on the ability to provide these filters. Oshawa Parkwood has supported this project and Steve will provide a proposal for us to continue our support in this Rotary year.

 

Past Pres. Robbie thanked Steve this update and congratulated him on his ongoing commitment to this project.

.

Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunny Brae Golf Course, King Street, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

Read more...

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July14, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Hilda Finnigan

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Terry DeYoung

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES Donna and Bruce McKay; Linda Porrett – Happy Birthday July 17th

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: none this week

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Past Pres. Robbie drew the Queen of Hearts and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. David Andrews thanking Pres Mike for assistance with his golf swing;

  2. Lennis Trotter looking forward to a week in Vermont;

  3. Marianna Herzig happy to speak to us tonight, then off to Europe for three weeks;

  4. Kris Sachdeva enjoying 10 ½ hour duty driving for Pan Am games?! – good experience;

  5. Robbie LaRoque happy his daughter and others suffered no ill effects from the recent CO2 leak at McLauglin Gallery, looking forward to summer vacation, enjoyed Beerfest,- ticket netted 25 tokens of which he gave away seven??!! Father in law drove home!! Suggested we consider partnering with this event in 2015;

  6. Bob Koski’s daughter made his favourite meal which he enjoyed prior to coming to Rotary – could not do justice to the meal served here.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past Pres. Robbie reminded us that dues are due – invoices have been sent out;

  2. Sandy McDowell updated re Safety Village fundraising campaign – we have now reached 40% of our goal – pledge of $30,000.00 received from CN (thanks to Sandy) + $15,000.00 from the Town of Whitby;

  3. Pres. Mike hoping to encourage members to bring in 12 new members this Rotary year, encouraged by the potential of receiving “wine” as a reward for their efforts!

  4. Pres. Mike also circulated the committee list for the 2015/16 year asking members to pick their preference (three spots);

  5. Bob Koski asked members to volunteer for Sgt. At Arms – looking for five (has three) and he will organize rotation;

  6. Hilda Finnigan reminded members that the annual BBG picnic will be August 15th at the Biddle Cottage – think about what you wish to contribute re food, a list will be circulated over the next two/three weeks

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews. Tonights’ topic was Rotary Global Rewards a new program developed by RI President Ravindran and the Board of Directors hoping to assist clubs in enhancing member satisfaction and retention. All active Rotarians are eligible for the program and may sign up by accessing their My Rotary account. There are discounts on car rentals, hotels, dining and entertainment. More products and services will be added as time goes on. Be sure to explore the discounts and special offers through this program. See: https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/member-center

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres. Lennis Trotter introduced Marianna Herzig who told us about herself and her career.

Marianna grew up in Hungary and was always intrigued by her mothers’ dedication to her profession of nursing. She studied nursing and found that the nursing she liked best was in the area of private home care. Marianna worked several years in this area of nursing and found it to be expanding and becoming more and more a needed service. About one year ago she decided to start her own business – Living at Home Care Services. She now has ten staff dedicated to caring for clients and their families. Marianna promotes honesty, professionalism and providing a good support system for clients and staff, noting that this makes for a happy and successful environment for all concerned. Knowing that this philosophy is supported by Rotary made membership seem the ideal thing for her.

 

Pres Mike thanked Marianna for her enthusiastic account of her personal and professional life.

 

Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July 21, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Hilda Finnigan

 

O Canada: Peter Dueck

 

Toast To The Queen : Myles Fisher

 

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES Happy Birthday to Esther Trotter on July 25th

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Jim Golavodas welcomed by Pres. Mike with a gift of wine; Regional Chairman Roger Anderson our guest speaker

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Roger Anderson drew the five of diamonds and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike

 

 

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: Sgt at Arms, Bob Koski encouraged all members present to contribute;

  1. Peter Dueck happy to be here;

  2. Hilda Finnigan pleased that Al was able to take grandson Ryan to the Canada/US ball game where Canada won gold;

  3. Marsha Chambers told about her friend who is providing transport for athletes to Pan Am events, anxious to get off the bus and broke the door!!;

  4. Linda Porret gave her last 75 cents;

  5. Robert Kipling proud to say the Rotary Club of Melfort SK contributed to Shelter Box in Nepal;

  6. Pat Dyck proud owner of a new John Deere Tractor for lawn care, snowplowing, etc.;

  7. Dave Andrews happy to welcome Roger Anderson;

  8. Alan Nason enjoyed golf game with Myles;

  9. Marianna Herzig enjoyed bachlorette party prior to B-in-Law’s wedding, will keep us posted on this exciting event?!?;

  10. Pres Mike looking forward to watching Canadian Open at Glen “Abby;

  11. Bob Koski attending Pan Am boxing event on Friday nite;

  12. Past Pres. Robbie looking forward to same event Friday and Saturday

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Hilda Finnigan reminded members that the annual BBG picnic will be August 15th at the Biddle Cottage – a list was circulated to sign up for food donations – hors d’ ouvres, salads, deserts, etc.

  2. Past President Robbies reminded members that dues are due,

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews. Tonights’ topic – Polio Irradification. July 24th will mark the one year anniversasry of the last case of polio in Nigeria which is one of the last three countries where polio continues to be endemic. The other two are Pakistan and Afghanistan. August 11th will mark one since the last case in Africa. Rotarians have played an important role in reaching these milestones donating $685.5 million to fight polio in Africa. In order for Africa to be certified polio free there must be two more years polio free. This means continuring to ensure that children, including those in remote areas continue to receive the vaccine. Rotary Club Presidents in District 7070 are asked to contact local media with a sample news release letting the public know the progress that has been made and asking also, for support in this final leg of our journey to irradicate polio in the world.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres. David Andrews introduced our speaker for tonight – Regional Chair Roger Anderson. Roger began his political career as a member of Council for Ajax in 1985. Since that time he has served in many capacities and on several Boards. He is a recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal. As the longest serving Regional Chair (first appointed by Council in 1997), his priority is to encourage businesses to locate in Durham Region, thus creating quality local jobs. Mr. Anderson gave us an overview of the history of development in and of Durham Region, which joined together eight municipalities, to share the cost of providing the services necessary to support those living and working in the area, highlighting the many changes and advances that have been made. He emphasized the need for infrastructure money to support the needs for increased transit requirements, our increasing mental health issues and high cost of providing social services throughout the region.

 

Past Pres. Robbie thanked Mr. Anderson for his presentation.

 

 

Meeting Ajourned by Pres. Mike

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunntbrae Golf Course, King Street, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

NEW MAILING ADDRESS: 96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July 7, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Myles Fisher

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Robert Kipling

 

ANNIVERSARIES: Robert and Caroline Kipling on July 8th

 

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Visiting Rotarian: Ab Gilbert Rotary Club of Oshawa; Dr. Colin Carrie our guest speaker and his assistant Shane Kelly

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Kris Sachdeva drew the 4 of Clubs, received a “Be a Gift to the World” pen as a consolation prize (thanks President Mike) . If you or your business wish to donate consolation prizes, please feel free to do so.

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. Robert Kipling noted that when ridding himself of some yard sale items, changing the gas in the trimmer suddenly brought it back to life?!?!; Pres. Mike will try this!!;

  2. Robbie Larocque finally got an opportunity to visit the Automotive Centre of Excellence and was impressed;

  3. Shawn Kellam enjoyed a trip to Dominican to attend a wedding, although not so much wearing a three piece suit in the heat – was pleased that “Riley” also enjoyed the trip including the airplane ride – a week with NO cell phone;

  4. Devon Biddle travelling to Fairbanks, Alaska next week and returning by boat;

  5. David Andrews pleased to welcome Dr. Colin Carrie,

  6. Ted Morrison looking forward to a trip to Ireland;

  7. Hilda Finnigan frustrated trying to navigate the health care system;

  8. Kris Sachdeva looking forward to “driving” at the Pan Am Games;

  9. Bob Koski enjoyed the music and dancing of “Kinkie Boots”, not sure it would appeal to everyone;

  10. Marianna Herzig enjoyed a vacation to Florida and attended Rotary meeting there, encouraged her friend to join, leaving for three weeks in Europe – will send us a post card!!!;

  11. Ab Gilbert pleased he has made 36 years perfect attendance;

  12. Pres. Mike thanks to Robert for the tip re gas trimmer;

  13. Alan Nason happy to remember something!!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past Pres. Robbie announced we received $1744.50 for our volunteering at Purple Woods – this while having a great time of fellowship;

  2. Lennis Trotter – Safety Village meeting Monday July 13th, 7PM;

  3. Pres. Mike hoping to encourage members to bring in 12 new members this Rotary year, encouraged by the potential of receiving “wine” as a reward for their efforts!!;

  4. Ted Morrision – Oshawa Parkwood has 111% of our objective in donations to The Rotary Foundation last Rotary Year AND don't forget the $ dinner on Sept. 15th, $1000.00 donation to participate;

  5. Dinner in Trenton on Oct. 3rd, to honour Past International President Wilf Wilkinson, tickets $150.00;

  6. Devon Biddle – dues are due, invoices will be sent out, and our club's annual BBG picnic will be August 15th at the Biddle Cottage – more info to follow;

  7. Marianna Herzig presented Pres. Mike with a banner from the Rotary Club of Boca Raton

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews. July 1st marks the beginning of a new Rotary Year. New RI Prersidernt Ravi Ravindran from Sri Lanka; New 7070 DG Michael Bell from Rotary Club of Etobicoke; new Assist. Governor Aziz Saleh from RC of Markham Unionville; new President Mike McLaren right here; new Rotary Theme “Be a Gift to the World”. Think about resolutions for this New Rotary Year – check out this website “ www.rotarydownunder.com “ and see the New Year's Resolutions

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres. David Andrews, introduced the Honourable Dr. Colin Carrie. He thanked Colin for his long standing support and contributions to The Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood. First elected in June of 2004, Colin has played an important role in many areas including health care and related issues and environmental initiatives.

Colin spoke openly about his support for Oshawa and Durham Region at the federal level mentioning that Oshawa is the second best place in Canada for industry development, supported by aerospace technology and the European Trade Deal, the benefits of cleaning up the harbor, the completion of rail lines and the 407, He spoke briefly about the reality of the global threat of ISIS and the need to protect people from this.

He spoke positively about the economy noting that Canada has the best job growth in the G7, the return to balanced budgets, efforts to help those on fixed incomes and tax cuts for families. Colin also noted that thanks to the Federal support of Rotarys’ efforts in Polio Iradication, Canada will be recognized around the world.

 

Past Pres. Terry DeYoung thanked Dr. Colin Carrie for taking the time to attend and speak to our club.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 8T2

 

LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : MAY 26, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015

President: Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews.

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Walter Stewart

O Canada: Peter Dueck.

Toast To The Queen : Myles Fisher.

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

None.

 

GUESTS / VISITING ROTARIANS:

Linda Porritt.

Brian Thompson – District Governor 2014-15.

Donna Doucette

ACE OF SPADES DRAW:

Winner: Brian Thompson Card Drawn: King of Spades .

 

On The Door Next Week: Bulletin Editor:

 

__________________________________________ _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Peter Dueck: Is happy.

Hilda Finnigan: Lost her Past President’s Pin but later found it.

Bob Elliott: is happy.

Kris Sachdeva: had a great time in New Orleans. Said it was hot.

Devon Biddle: Ted Morrison, Devon and spouses attended the “Flame from India” Fundraiser this past Saturday, May 23rd in Cobourg. They had a great time.

Donna Doucette: Guest and prospective Member thanked the club for the evening.

Robert Kipling: Thanked Donna for attending our meeting.

Linda Porritt: Thanked all the members and was happy to be the newest Rotarian.

Ted Morrison: Golfed this past Monday at a Rotary Fundraiser and won the Grand Prize, a Via Rail Trip to Quebec City for two.

Dave Andrews: Went to the Driving range to get his swing the way he wants it.

Brian Thompson: District Governor is happy to be at Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood again.

Al Finnigan: lost his Cell Phone but later found it.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hilda Finnigan: Reminder of our Biannual Yard Sale at Bob Stewart’s Home.

Date: Saturday, June 13th 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Laura Carey & Rhonda Stewart are to head up this Fundraiser.

Require a Committee to help them organize & set up.

Articles may be delivered to the Stewart’s home commencing the week of June 8th.

Here is their address:

Bob & Rhonda Stewart, 687 Masson St.,  Oshawa, Ontario L1G 5A6

Robbie Larocque: The President announced that he would represent the club at the UOIT “Window To The Future” on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015. This dinner is to thank donors to UOIT.

Devon Biddle: Final Numbers on the Reverse Draw this past May 7th.

Gross Amount: $17,000.00.

Silent Auction: $4,400.00.

 

Induction of Linda Porritt:

District Governor Brian Thompson, Past District Governor Ted Morrison, Past President Dave Andrews and President Robbie Larocque were all on hand to induct our newest member to Rotary, Linda Porritt.

Linda was born in Kingston, grew up in Napanee and moved to Oshawa at a young age. In Oshawa, she attended her formal schooling. She graduated from Carelton University in Ottawa. Currently, she is in Real Estate working for Century 21. Some of her interests include Politics, Antiques and Geneology. She was introduced to Rotary by our own President-Elect, Mike McLaren. Welcome ,Linda!!

Note #1: June 2nd Meeting at OSG Cancelled due to Generals Parade.

June 2nd Director’s Meeting to be held at Biddles’ Offices at 5:00 PM.

 

Note #2: Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Second Annual

Rotary Foundation Dinner, Tuesday, June 9th, 2015.

Spouses are invited . Keynote Speaker: Dr Bob Scott,

past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation

and past Chair of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.

 

Note #3: JUNE 2015– ROTARY FELLOWSHIPS MONTH

 

ROTARY MOMENT

None.

 

GUEST SPEAKER :

Name of Speaker: Brian Thompson – District Governor.

Introduced By: Ted Morrison.

Thanked By:Ted Morrison.

Speaker’s Remarks:

: District Governor Brian Thompson - Speaks on his trip,

with his wife Karen and other District 7070 Rotarians, to India as a

volunteer in a NID (National Immunization Day) .

In February of 2015, 64 Rotarians from across North America, Australia and Switzerland went on a ten day trip to India. The primary purpose of the trip was India’s National Immunization Day. The entire group, along with 2.3 Million Volunteers from India immunized 225 Million Children under the age of five. India was declared Polio Free in March, 2014.

The purpose was strictly to ensure that the nation and all of its’ young citizens maintain their status as Polio Free.

In addition to this life changing and eye opening experience, the group bore witness to some of the most unique and culturally significant aspects of Northern India, primarily in the regions of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra.” (You Tude).

  • Brian and his wife Karen were part of the Canadian Team that included Rotarians from District 7070. He presented a history of PolioPlus which started in the Philippines in1988. That year 6 Million children from the Philippines were immunized. At the time, there were 350,000 Global Cases of Polio annually. As a result of PolioPlus, there were only 414 cases in 2014. And there have been only 91, so far this year. Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria are the only countries that had cases in 2014. Nigeria has none this year.

Brian emphasized the importance of our donations so that Rotary could continue the never ending fight versus this dreaded disease.

Good Presentation, Brian!!

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
                       OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
 
                                       P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA       
 
                            “LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
                                  MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, April 14, 2015
 
Rotary Grace
O Lord, The 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.
 
THE FOUR-WAY TEST
1. Is it the truth
2. Is it fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015
President: Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan
Vice President: Mike McLaren
Treasurer: Devon Biddle
Secretary: Pat Dyck
Club Administration: Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
Membership: Lennis Trotter
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle
Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski
 
Grace: Myles Fisher O Canada: Larry Hurren
Toast To The Queen : Bob Elliott
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Lennis and Esther Trotter – anniversary April 17
 
GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Welcome to our Charter President, Terry Giles;
our guest speaker Richard Mawhinney fellow Rotarian from Newmarket;
welcome back our snowbirds – great to see so many present tonight
 
ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Terry DeYoung drew the eight of hearts .
 
On The Door Next Week: David Andrews
Bulletin Editor: Walter Stewart
 
 
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)
 
HAPPY BUCKS
++++++happy bucks paid to welcome back our snowbirds and for the arrival of spring;
Mike McLaren asked everyone to fill out the questionnaire that he sent, noting that the information will prove valuable information to himself and members in moving forward as a club;
Marsha Chambers has surprised everyone by getting and using a cell phone!!;
Devon Biddle (and Linda) will have another grandchild;
Myles Fisher had a great trip to Portugal and also got a tax refund
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lennis announced that the Ajax Optimist club members will join us next Tuesday, April 21st (spouses/partners are also invited)
Pres. Robbie passed around a sign up sheet and will contact the Golf Club re numbers;
Saturday April 18th – Rotary Leadership Institute – large number of registrants;
Saturday April 25th – Trump Aids Walk ??anyone able to attend this year;
Saturday May 2nd – District Assembly – club will pay registration fee for anyone interested in going;
Saturday May 6th – Bowl for Kid’s Sake;
a request for an information table at “Ignite Opportunities” Symposium on Wednesday April 15th;
notes re Reverse Draw Thursday May 8th – Silent Auction items to Ted Morrison ASAP so that bid sheets can be made up;
Al Finnigan reminded everyone to sell tickets++
- Mike McLaren will forward a copy of last years sales to everyone;
Larry Hurren reminded us to mark special meal requests and marking the stub if a buyer is unable to attend dinner (this latter can save considerable cost to our club for dinners not eaten),
also if you require reserved table for your group, let Walter Stewart know;
once again this year a portion of funds raised at this event will be donated for operating room equipment at Lakeridge Oshawa
 
ROTARY MOMENT none this week
 
GUEST SPEAKER :
Richard Mewhinney was introduced by Ted Morrison. Richard spoke about his time in Ongutoi, Uganda where he has been involved in a Rotary Project building a Medical Centre. This project has been supported by Rotarians, non Rotarians and did receive a Global Grant. Richard noted that projects such as this one must be sustainable and education and ongoing financial support from within the country is an important part of this. The focus of treatment at this Medical Centre has been Hepatitis B, TB, and Diabetes and is now turning to HIV/Aids and will include prevention as well as treatment. Marsha Chambers thanked Richard .
 
President Robbie reminded members of the meeting immediately following re the Food Truck Project and also noted that our club needs a Vice President for 2015/16 Rotary Year.
 
THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
 
The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
 
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY: Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm
 
TUESDAY: Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
 
WEDNESDAY: Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm
 
THURSDAY: Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
 
FRIDAY: Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am
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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday April 7, 2015
 
 
Rotary Grace                                                                                                                
O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     
1.  Is it the truth                                                            
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                       
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan
Vice President: Mike McLaren
Treasurer: Devon Biddle
Secretary: Pat Dyck
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
Membership: Lennis Trotter
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle
Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Alan Nason
                                   
O Canada: Bob Stewart
                                                                                                                                                                                   
Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling                                                                                       
 
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Happy Birthday to Walter Stewart On April 13th
 
 
GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Our Guest Speaker Olinda Casimiro
 
ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
 
Pres. Robbie drew the Jack of Clubs                .    
                

On The Door Next Week:   ??                                  Bulletin Editor:  Hilda Finnigan

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS Sandy McDowell – grandson now 2 yrs old; Marsha Chambers – her aunt having health issues, car problems++, test driving a 2007 cadillac; Kim Boatman – son on the way home from BC via Florida, welcomes her friend Olinda who is our speaker this evening, thanks Sandy for bringing enough cash to subsidize her this evening; Ted Morrison – glad to be back, had great weather and golf and enjoyed seeing Dave Andrews, his lap top crashed but he was able to save some important information and has gotten it fixed; Larry Hurren – happy with tonights’ attendance; Alan Nason welcomed back our travelers; Kris Sachdeva selling reverse draw tickets to the Lakeridge Health fundraising office and reports that Joe Subbitan will sponsor again this year; Mike McLaren happy to have his daughter home for the weekend, trying his hand at wine making for the first time; Al Finnigan – happy to be back but looking for warm weather??, enjoyed marshalling at Valspar Tournament; Pres Robbie – glad to see returning friends, attended the Mustache Club performance of the Professors of Funk supporting his daughters new relationship, recommended if you enjoy “loud ‘70’s music
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS  Pres. Elect Mike McLaren will be sending a “questionnaire” to all members seeking our thoughts on the future of our club; focusing on four goals – vision for the future, fun and fellowship, programs and management.  Information will be confidential, however a summary of results will be shared with members.
Larry Hurren asked that all members concentrate on selling Reverse Draw tickets and Silent Auction items; Ted Morrison needs these latter ASAP in order to prepare bid sheets and donor lists.  
Allan Finnigan asked that members of the Reverse Draw Committee meet at 5:30PM on Tuesday April 14th prior to the regular club meeting
Ted Morrison reinforced the need to receive Silent Auction items ASAP; also asked for members of the Food Truck Frenzy Committee to meet following our regular meeting on April 14th
Pres Robbie asked Bob Stewart if he would host a Yard Sale in June – Bob will consult with Rhonda
Lennis Trotter thanked those who volunteered at the Easter Egg Hunt at Safety Village; reminded those on the Safety Village Committee of a meeting on Monday April 13th at 7PM; our meeting on April 21st will be the annual Joint Meeting with the Ajax Optimist Club
Other announcements from the President included – Rotary Leadership Instiutte – Parts I, II ans III is on April 18th at Seneca College (Finch Campus from 8 am  to 4 pm) – please consider attending ( club will cover cost); Trump Aids Walk is on April 25th at  from the Leuty Pavillion in The Beach, Toronto 9 am to 1 pm – members attending will support the Aids Committee of Durham Region by getting pledges; Rotary Club of East York is hosting a Lobsterfest and will also be celebrating their 50th anniversary (two separate events); District Assembly is on Saturday May 2nd at the BMO Centre – members should consider attending (cost is covered by the club) For further information on these events please contact President Robbie
 
ROTARY MOMENT   none this evening
 
 
GUEST SPEAKER  : Olinda Casmira, Interim CEO and Director of Finance at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery was introduced by Kim Boatman.
     Olinda noted that the gallery which opened in 1947, is evolving as a cultural centre and is much more than “art on the wall”.  To learn more go to www.rmg.on.ca .The former restaurant space is available for rent for family and club gatherings.  The gift shop is also worthy of a visit featuring unique items.  Staff and volunteers works together to support an annual fundraiser which this year will feature the aforementioned “Professors of Funk”.
 
Sandy McDowell thanked Olinda for her interesting presentation.
 
Meeting was adjourned by President Robbie.
 
 
THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
 
The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
 
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
 
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
 
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
 
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
 
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 31, 2015
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Hilda Finnigan
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Carol Reading                                                                                          
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On The Door Next Week:   Larry Hurren    Bulletin-Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Carolina Rodreguez and Charlene Sheung
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   April 5-Happy Birthday to Terry DeYoung
                                                                           
                                                                           
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.        
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 4 at the Safety Village from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Robert corrected the information that it was the Municipality of Pickering that donated $15,000 to the Safety Village and not Pickering Rotary as was reported in the bulletin last month.
Robbie announced that R.I.L.A. will be holding all day seminars at Seneca College on April 18.
Bowling For Kids, sponsored by Big Brothers Big Sisters will be held on May 6 at Nebs Bowling Alley.
The Committee for Youth Services has money available to send 4 people to the Rotaract Conference on May 30.
Devon announced that next week’s meeting will be held in the annex of the Oshawa Golf Club.  Registration will take place in the same area by the piano.
 
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason
 

Ace of Spades Draw: Carolina drew the ace of clubs.

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
After a medical career of 25 years, Kris has decided to gradually work toward retirement.
Mike is looking forward to warmer weather and golf.
Hilda announced that April is tissue donor donation month and flags will be flown at Oshawa City Hall, Bowmanville City Hall, and the Regional Offices to commemorate it.  Do not forget to sign your donor cards.
Devon was happy to have attended a dinner with Lennis to hear Pres. Gary Huang speak.  It was a good speech with good company.  He was also happy to have won $270 in the ace of spades draw.
Lennis was impressed that Pres. Huang and his wife made it a point to speak to everyone individually at the dinner and they admitted that the president’s year is rather hectic with very little time spent at home.
Charlene is happy to be completing her 3rd year at U.O.I.T. and her year as president of Rotaract.
Marsha’s car needs repairing, but her mechanic did an Al Finnigan and fell off a ladder, so because he can’t fix it, she is driving a rental.  Also her aunt needed to go to hospital in the ambulance at night and told them not to use the siren so that they wouldn’t wake Marsha.
Robbie is just happy.
Alan is happy  that the gazebo has been fixed.
 
Rotary Moment – none
 
Guest Speakers:
Charlene and Carolina brought us up to date on the 2014-2015 Rotaract activities.  They had a 10% gain in members and now have over 40 and their club raised the most funds on campus.  They participated in the Blood Donor Drive, raised $102.30 for Polio Now, and collected 2,105 items for the Campus Food Drive called Trick or Eat.  They thanked our club for their support in the Scholars Fundraising Event which raised $4,500.  Their club also helped package 100,000 food hampers for Kids Against Hunger and they participated in the pancake breakfast for epilepsy. Charlene worked as a volunteer in Phonm Penh, Cambodia and Rotaract helped raise awareness on campus about illiteracy around the world.  This summer the club will be in attendance at the Rotaract Conference and will be helping at Rib Fest and the Food Truck Frenzy. Robbie thanked our speakers.
 
 
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 24, 2015
 
 
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:  Walter Stewart
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen:  Bob Koski                                                                                               
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On The Door Next Week:   Larry Hurren    Bulletin-Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: None.
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 30-Happy Birthday to Lennis Trotter
                                                                          
                                                                          
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.        
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 4 at the Safety V
On March 28 Ajax Rotary Club will be holding a Food Packing Drive from 9 to 3.
On April 18 R.I.L.A. will be holding all day seminars at Seneca College.
On May 30 the 2015 Rotaract Conference will be held at York University.  Tickets are $25 until March 31 and $35 from April 1 to 30.  Any nominations for deserving young members for awards must be in by May 1..                        
Robert Kipling announced that Pickering Rotary Club made a very generous donation to the Safety Village.
Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason
 

Ace of Spades Draw:  Walter Stewart drew the 9 of club happy to be welcoming a second grandchild in October.

 
HAPPY BUCKS
 
Robert  Kipling’s friend found and turned in a diamond ring at Cosco.  A very relieved newly-engaged young lady claimed it.
Peter is happy.
Shawn is happy that Peter is happy..
Hilda’s daughter is continuing hospital care but happily is home on weekends.
Walter is happy to be back.
Larry had some very amusing stories to tell about newspaper misprints.
Robbie is happy..
 
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Rotary Moment – none.
 
SPEAKER
 
There was no speaker tonight.
 
 
The meeting adjourned at 7:20.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 17, 2015
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Hilda Finnigan
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Devon Biddle                                                                                           
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On The Door Next Week:   Larry Hurren    Bulletin-Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: None.
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 17-Happy Birthday to Colleen McLaren
                                                                           20-Happy Birthday to Marianna Herczeg
                                                                           
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.        
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 4 at the Safety Village.
Larry announced a Public Education Forum on heart and dental health to be held at Faith United Church on Sat. Apr.11 from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M..  Also, a C.P.R. Course will be held Apr. 19 at the same location.
Robbie received an e-mail from someone trying to locate Miss Laurie Pike.  If you are able to help, let Robbie know.
A new Rotary Club in France is looking for an exchange for a 16 yr. old female student. Robbie has the information.
 
Robbie challenged us with three St. Patrick’s  Day puzzles. They were lots of fun and we are now all  more knowledgeable about March 17.                        
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Robert Kipling

Ace of Spades Draw: Lucky Devon Biddle drew the Ace of Spades.

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Sandy M. thanked Linda Biddle for the Pancake Day picture of Robbie and Larry which she published in Oshawa Express.  Also, she is happy to be welcoming a second grandchild in October.
David M. thanked Peter for leading us in tune for O Canada.
Kris S. had a great vacation in Jamaica last week.
Hilda thanked everyone for their prayers and good wishes and happily reported  her daughter has taken a few steps.  Also, Al is on his way home from Florida.
Marsha’s aunt had bone marrow tests, so we wish her the best for good results.
Larry had a good time at the College Reception wine and cheese party.
Devon was happy that Linda’s picture was printed and that he picked the Ace of Spades.
Marianna will celebrate her birthday by going ballroom dancing.
Robert was happy to be Sgt.-at-Arms.
Robbie’s daughter’s hockey team is tied for their play-off games and he enjoyed the College Reception..
 
Rotary Moment – none
 
Guest Speakers:
Robbie introduced Natalie Sims, co-owner of Durham Medical Services.  Her business has been operating in Oshawa for 32 years and is now located in the old courthouse at King and Ritson.  Natalie spoke about many of the items sold in her store that help to make life easier for ill and disabled people  and allow them to remain in their homes.  Her business works closely with Grandview Treatment Centre, Hearth Place and the Parkinson, A.L.S. and Alzheimers societies.  Larry Hurren thanked our speaker.
 
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M..
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 10, 2015
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:  Bob Koski
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Robert Kipling                                                                                           
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week: Larry Hurren  Bulletin Editor  Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Frank Lowe, Andreas Lueth, Steven Pellegrino
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 13-happy anniversary to Myles and Jill Fisher
                                                                           14-happy birthday to Peter Dueck
                                                                           16-happy birthday to Marsha Chambers
 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.              
Robbie reminds us of the Scholarship Reception on March 12.  Tickets are $100 and are available from Robbie.                 Safety Village Activities-March 17 is Safety Day and there will be activities at the Village-April 4 is the Easter Egg Hunt.     
Rotary Leadership Institute will be held at Seneca College on April 18.  New Rotarians are encouraged to attend.  See Robbie for information.
 
Robert reports that the Water Sanitation Project in Kenya in which we partnered with Oshawa Rotary, has been visited by one of their members.  Robert will be sending out that members report to us.
Robbie announced that candidates for Vice-President for our club for next year are needed..
 
 
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Bob Koski
 

Ace of Spades Draw: our speaker Andreas Lueth drew the 8 of spades.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Andreas L. thanked our club for supporting Durham Outlook for the Needy.   
Bob Stewart’s daughter’s hockey team won their tournament gold medal.
Hilda thanked Andreas and Frank for attending our meeting.
Robbie thanked those who helped at Purple Woods and is sure spring is on the way because he has been seeing birds.
Mike M. had a great trip to Chicago where he met the incoming international president.
Marianna H. had fun at Purple Woods.
Larry had a good time at the Pancake Breakfast and welcomed his friend Steven Pellegrino to our meeting.
Peter and Elfrida have happily celebrated their 53rd anniversary.
Robert welcomed Steven P. to the meeting and enjoyed conversing with him.
Marsha is happy her 21 year old car passed the emissions test and is good for another 2 years.
Kim had a good time on Sat. at Purple Woods and thinks we should consider purchasing club baseball caps.
Lennis was happy to announce he is officially retired.
Bob K. thanked Robbie for arranging the Purple Woods Pancake week-end.
 
Rotary Moment – Mike McLaren attended the Chicago conference for in-coming Rotary presidents.  He was impressed by the PETS seminars that stressed four points for a vibrant club: 1. Vision 2. Fellowship 3. Programmes 4. Management.
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Hilda introduced Andreas Lueth from Whitby Sunrise Club and Frank Lowe from Durham Outlook for the Needy.  Andreas thanked our club for contributing to a new refrigerated van for Durham Outlook and Frank made us aware of the history and activities of the organization.  A new location is going to be built on Simcoe St. S. so there will be easier access and better accommodation for the many patrons who are fed by this organization daily.  Bob S. thanked our speakers and presented them with a cheque for our contribution for the new van.
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
 
The meeting adjourned at 7:35 P.M.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 3, 2015
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:  Shawn Kellam
O Canada:  David Malachowski
Toast to the Queen: Mike McLaren                                                                                            
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week: Larry Hurren  Bulletin Editor  Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Steven Ko, Linda Borritt, Heather McMillan
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 3-Happy anniversary to Peter and Alfrida Dueck
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.              
Hilda has arranged to have Cathy Beatty and a Feed the Needy rep. speak at  next week’s meeting.                        
There is a Kids’ Safety Village Meeting on Thurs. at 7 P.M.
Help is needed at the Pancake Breakfast at Purple Woods on March 7 and 8 from 8A.M. to 3P.M.
The Rotary Flame will pass through our area in May 2015.
There is a dinner March 24 in Richmond Hill to meet R.I. Pres. Huag.
 
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Shawn Kellam
 

Ace of Spades Draw: our speaker Heather McMillan drew the jack of diamonds.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Larry’s one year old grandson, Grey, picked up the bill at Larry’s birthday party at Fazio’s and said “Oh! Oh!”   
Hilda thanks everyone for their kind wishes and is happy to report her daughter Beth is improving and getting great care
In Peterborough Hospital..
Michael McLaren was happy to have his friends Steven and Linda at the meeting.
Lennis and Esther  had a good time and saw all the sights on a recent trip to Las Vegas.
Marianna H. is looking forward to the Pancake Breakfast.
Robbie thanked Mike for chairing the meeting last week while he and his family were in Cozumel diving and vacationing.
Shawn’s daughter Riley has just had her first birthday and is walking.
 
Rotary Moment – None.
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Our speaker, Heather McMillan, is the Executive Director of Durham Workforce Authority.  Her government supported agency conducts surveys on what is happening in the small and medium Durham enterprises and provides this information to the local labour market.
 
Robbie Laroque thanked our speaker.
 
The meeting adjourned at 8:05P.M.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Feb. 24, 2015
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Myles Fisher
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Bob Koski                                                                                                 
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week:   Robert Kipling       Bulletin Editor:  TBA     

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: None.
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   None
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.              
                       
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Larry Hurren

Ace of Spades Draw: Myles Fisher drew the five of diamonds.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Larry – sold their house in 5 days. 
Robert Kipling – predicted that the weather next week would be above freezing.
Michael McLaren – mentioned that the Groundhog was accurate 28% of the time, same as meteorologists.
 
Rotary Moment – Michael described the excellent training and support programs Rotary provides for incoming Presidents.
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Michal introduced our guest Michael Matthew a Chartered Professional Accountant with 24 years of experience with individual and small business tax preparation.
 
Michael provided us with a review of do’s and don’ts for tax preparation as well as the value of RSP, TFSA and RIF to one’s portfolio. 
 
Kris Sachdeva thanked our guest.
 
The meeting adjourned at 7:50pm.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Feb. 17, 2015
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
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Grace:   Walter Stewart
O Canada:  Carolina Rodrigues
Toast to the Queen: Bob Koski                                                                                                 
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On The Door Next Week:   Robert Kipling       Bulletin Editor: Bob Koski         

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Christine Dubrowski (Teacher), Yousuf Lahraya, Alison Finer, Rachel Finer (R.S. McLauglin High School Students), and Charlene Chung, Carolina Rodrigues, Shane Dyer (Rotoractors UOIT/DC).
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Ted Morrison BD.  
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Robbie: RI Pres. will be in Richmond Hill Rotary Club March 24 and in London, Ont. March 24.
             March 7 + 8 Pancake Breakfast at Purple Woods.  Volunteer sign up sheet available for members. 
                                 Rotoract will be supporting us too.
             Port Perry Club organizing Literacy Fundraising Project.
             Betty Matthews Funeral 1 pm Friday Feb 20 Oshawa Funeral Home
             Oshawa Rotary Club – invited us to participate in “Fun Day” - set up of jumping castles, etc. no fundraising,
                                                  no work, no admission fee.                          
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. Sell Tickets and obtain silent auction items.               
                        So far have CP trip to Quebec City, two sets of tire.
Lennis Trotter: Lennis and Charlene Chung to discuss Food Truck Fundraiser with UOIT/DC to establish date, space in                             parking lot and support to be provided.  
Ted Morrison: this year on your birthday, give a gift to Rotary.
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Shawn Kellam 

Ace of Spades Draw: Shane Dyer had the winning raffle ticket.  He drew the 6 of hearts.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Ted M. – happy 5$ for the 5 weeks he’s in Florida.
Charlene – happy to be here and that our club is sponsoring Shane for RYLA.
Walter – happy to see all of our guests
Marsha Chambers – glad to be here and made the trip from TO with her car
Myles Fisher – back from Peru.  Enjoyed the adventures and especially the different cultures.
Larry – after 38 years, house is finally “staged”
Robbie – off next week on scuba diving holidays 
 
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Lennis introduced our guests:
 
The Interactors (high school students) introduced themselves and told us of their fundraising project: Purple Pinkies for Polio Eradication awareness, 30 hour famine to raise awareness about hunger, and a Shelter Box fundraiser to be awarded to RI.
 
The Rotoractors described their activities and focused on their upcoming annual fundraiser March 12 at the Downtown UOIT Campus at 61 Charles St.  They will leave 10 tickets for our club with Devon.  Tickets are $100 each.  They have been visiting all of the Rotary Clubs in the Durham Region to help with this project. Last year they raised $32,000 and UOIT matched this to provide $64,000 for student financial assistance.
 
Robbie took extra tickets to sell at his office.
 
Carol Reading thanked our guests. 
Ted was impressed with the Shelter Box initiative so he donated $20 to support them and many Rotarians followed Ted’s lead.
The meeting was adjourned.
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Feb. 3, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace:  David Mankiewicz

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast to the Queen: Carol Reading                                                                                           

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On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison       Bulletin Editor: Bob Koski         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)  Alan Nason is on the door this week.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Peter Dueck Feb. 8, Kris Sachdeva Feb. 9,  Margaret and Alan Nason 57th Ann.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Robbie: RI Pres. will be in Richmond Hill Rotary Club March 24.

             March 7 + 8 Pancake Breakfast at Purple Woods.  Volunteer sign up sheet available for members.  Rotoract will                                     be supporting us too.

             Next week’s meeting at Harpo’s.  Order off the menu.  Starts at 6pm. 

             Another Rotary Club is holding a Martini Night Feb. 12; see Robbie for details. 

             We are seeking a vice president to serve for 2015-16 Rotary year.   Please give it your consideration.

 

Lennis; Safety Village Restoration Meeting Monday Feb. 9.

 

Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason 

Ace of Spades Draw: Robert Kipling drew the four of hearts.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Lennis and Esther will be heading out to Las Vegas in March.

Devon is just happy.

Mike is glad to see the market rebound.

Dave M. proud of his two sons and their fundraising successes via Paypal.

Robbie: happy in general and fined himself for not wearing his Rotary pin.

Guest Speakers:

Robbie introduced our guest speaker, Dr. Phil Smith, who unfortunately arrived at our meeting after 7pm.

Phil discussed his approach to medicine which involves prevention via life style changes vs  pills after some health issues are discovered.  He stressed nutrition, exercise, mind set, vitamin D and Omega 3.

Robbie thanked our guest speaker. 

 

Editorial:

14 Parkwood Rotarians enjoyed this meeting.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  January 27, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace:  Pat Dyck

O Canada: Kay Hurren

Toast to the Queen: Bob Elliott                                                                                                  

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On The Door Next Week:   Robert Kipling       Bulletin Editor: Bob Koski         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement) 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Visiting Rotarians and spouses from The Rotary Club of Oshawa: Tom& Jill Maxwell, David, Maureen and Lorrie Perkin

And we had several spouses join us: Kay Hurren, Patti Koski, Caroline Kipling, Linda Biddle and Sharron Morrison

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Myles Fisher birthday today (he's in Peru).

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

Larry announced he had the ticket to pass out to those who sell for the reverse draw May7

Ted informed the club of Monty Audenart a distinguished Rotarian who at one time was VP of Rotary. Ted read a letter sent by Monty to all his Rotary friends.

Robbie reminded everyone about the District's grant management seminar on Feb 7 .We need two members to attend in order for the club to qualify to get grants from the district.

Robbie announced an upcoming seminar for business owners regarding  the employment of the disabled.

 

Sgt-at-Arms

Ace of Spades Draw: Bob Koski drew the 3 of clubs.

HAPPY BUCKS:

Larry was happy to have been to two Robbie Burns parties in the last week. Kris was happy to be selected as a volunteer for the Pan AM games this summer. Alan was happy to here tonight. Robbie was happy to have volunteers for the pancake breakfast in March.

 

Guest Speakers:

Name of Speaker:  Glad Bryce 

Introduced By: Bob Koski 

Thanked By: Kris Sachdeva

 

Speaker’s Remarks:

Glad Bryce has written a book about the women who joined the Air Force during the  second world war. Through exhaustive interviews she told individual stories of many of the 17,000 women who joined up. None of the women were pilots . Most were technicians. There were 6 skilled trades when the war started that soared to 69 skill trades at the height of the war..  Known as the "WDs" or women's division of the RCAF. When the war was over they were given money, or a plot of land or further education when they were released

This was an interesting talk about a topic that very few people knew about. She was selling her book for $35. Several Rotarians bought the book at the end of the evening.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  January 20, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck /Bob Koski                                                       Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace:  Marianna Herczeg

O Canada: Marsha Chambers

Toast to the Queen: Robert Kipling

                                                                                               

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On The Door Next Week:   Carol Reading      Bulletin Editor: Ted Morrison         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement) 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None tonight.

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: January 21 Patti Koski and Marion Mills

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Robbie read out a thank you from the YMCA for our support of their breakfast with Santa

 

Robbie also reminded members of the upcoming Rotary Leadership Institute on April 18 at Seneca College. Anyone who would like to go let him know.

 

Sgt-at-Arms

Ace of Spades Draw: Kris Sachdeva drew the 8 of hearts.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

 Larry survived another week of getting his condo renovated and the house cleanup ready to sell.

Kris was happy to recognize 35 years in the City of Oshawa.

Marianna was happy to be here tonight.

Marsha was happy for her mechanic able to keep her car on the road.

Walter was happy to meet and have a conversation with Sam Ruparelia at the Mandarin last week.

Bob Stewart was happy the interest rates went down it caused the markets to go crazy .

Robbie was happy that he and Terry-Lynn went to the concert in Port Hope last Sunday. The profits were split between the orchestra and polio eradication.

Bob Koski was happy to report that last week he went to Toronto with his daughter and the receptionist at the office they visited mistook him for her husband (it must be the goatee).

Devon was happy that he finally got a name tag with the correct spelling of Marianna's name.

 

Guest Speakers:

CLUB FORUM TONIGHT

  1. Robbie passed around a sign up sheet for a special valentines meeting with our spouses or friends at Harpos  Restaurant on February 10.
  2. There was discussion about the upcoming Purple Woods  session on March 7&8. Robbie asked if we thought we should invite the Oshawa Club to join us?
  3. There was a lengthy discussion about the proposed Food Truck event. It is suggested o be at UOIT in September. We will invite the UOIT Rotaract club to assist us with  logistics. Shawn ,Lennis, Pat, Marianna, Walter, Sandie volunteered to serve on an organizing committee with Chair Ted Morrison. Ted indicated he would contact Mary Nurse (Chair of the Whitby event ) to assist us with our initial planning.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JANUARY 13, 2015

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                          

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?   

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                       

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Al Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Walter Stewart  

                                   

O Canada:  Peter Dueck  

                                                                                                         

Toast To The Queen :  Miles Fisher                                                                                        

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

January 16 Dave Snoddon (Jodi's partner)

January 18 Pat Dyck

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None

  

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner: Robbie Larocque            Card Drawn: Ace of Clubs (so close!)

 

On The Door Next Week:                                     Bulletin Editor:

Carol Reading                                                        Ted Morrsion

 

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS 

  1. Sandie had a great Christmas and a wonderful holiday in Georgia. She was also happy that their Christmas party/10th anniversary party brought in $1600 for the Kid's Safety Village.
  2. Bob Stewart was sad because their dog died. Now they only have the goldfish.
  3. Pat Dyck was thankful to the club for the beautiful pointsettia received over Christmas and for the love and support shown to her from members on the death of her husband Ken.
  4. Marsha enjoyed celebrating the holidays with her Aunt especially New Year's Eve dance at the Legion where she learned the slosh and participated in the twist-a-thon. She is willing to give lessons.
  5. Larry is busy fixing up his condo and preparing to sell his house. He brought in some old newspapers that he collected.
  6. Robbie and Kris were just happy to be here.
  7. Devon expressed it so well for all of us that we were happy to see Pat Dyck back at Rotary.
  8. Mike had a great holiday in the Dominican Republic where he played a lot of golf.
  9. Carol was happy to get a new laptop at the urging of allher friends and family.
  10. Alan Nason took his family out to dinner for Margaret's birthday.

 

 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. Lennis Trotter  announced that DRPS is now willing to pay their share for maintenance of the Kid's Safety Village. The challenge will be  to get the municipalities to donate something.
  2. President Robbie announced that Rotary is putting together an Ambassador Choir to sing at the UN and Lincoln Center. If you would like to volunteer sing a note to Robbie.
  3. President Robbie asked if the club was interested ingoing off-site February 10 to celebrate Valentine's Day. He will investigate.
  4. Ted Reminded everyone of the upcoming concert/dinner this Sunday in Port Hope by the Northumberland orchestra. The monies raised will be split between the orchestra and Polio Eradication

 

 

  

ROTARY MOMENT  : None tonight

 

  

GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speaker: Mike McLaren

 

Introduced By: President Robbie

 

Thanked By: Kris Sachdeva

 

Speaker’s Remarks: Mike shared with the club ideas he learned at a Leadership Conference he attended last summer.He talked about change  both in individuals and in organizations. He mentioned he will be developing a survey for the members to complete before proceeding in his year as President. His message was that change can be a good thing as long as it is thought out properly.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Jan 6, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski                        4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace: Andy Lyons

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast to the Canadian Junior Hockey Team – Bob Koski                                                                                  

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On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison       Bulletin Editor: Ted Morrison         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)  Bob Koski is Editor for this week.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Rotarian Terry Hill, Past District Governor from Alberta.

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Margaret and Alan Nason

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Andy stated that we raised $2,267.50 selling cakes and hams.

Lennis noted that Monday January 12 at 7 pm will be the next meeting of the Safety Village Restoration Project. 

Robbie - letters of thanks have been received for: Crime Stoppers, Operation Eyesight & Trillium Gift of Life;

thanked The Oshawa Express (in absentia) for their excellent December article on Oshawa-Parkwood Rotary;

and reminded us of the Port Hope Concert and Dinner Fundraiser – Sunday Jan 18.  Cost: $65 ea.

Ted added that half of the proceeds go to Polio Plus and the other half to the orchestra.

 

Marianna Herczeg – Inducted into The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood by Lennis, Ted and Robbie.

                                          An excellent start to a New Year!

 

Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason 

Ace of Spades Draw: Ted drew the 7 of spades.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Andy- successful conclusion to cakes and hams fundraiser. 

Lennis – on the sale of his office property in Oshawa. 

Lennis/Devon – Ken Dyck’s eulogy delivered by his son Matt.

Marianna – her business donated $325 to Alzheimer Research

Larry – guest speakers from YMCA

Bob – Recognized Andy’s fundraising efforts, Cdn. Jr. Hockey Team Gold Medalists.          

Ted – Happy Marianna is joining our club, Cdn.Jrs. and Sharron has recovered from the flu.

Kris – enjoyed the Xmas holidays and happy that Marianna is with us.

Robbie – happy about kid’s hockey

Alan – Toasted the club:  May you live as long as you want to and Want to as long as you live.

 

Robbie requested and received unanimous endorsement for a potential fundraiser this fall utilizing Food Trucks and possibly the UOIT/DC facilities.  We are planning this event and it will require our club’s total support.

                 

Guest Speakers:

Larry introduced our guest speakers from the YMCA: Paul Skuza and Rick McCutcheon.

Paul is a Sr. Program Director and Rick is an Advisory Coach.  They shared their Apple presentation material with us.

 

The YMCA is over 100 years old, strives to engage youth with health, fitness and motivational leadership. They are the largest licensed child care centre providers in Canada, have over 7,000 volunteers, over 1,600 teens attended Friday teen nite’s 7-10 pm and 27% of members are provided reduced fees.  

 

They support: Mary Street Public School with an annual Pancake Breakfast along with Christmas gifts;  local fundraisers by providing volunteers; our annual Reverse Draw with gift cards and memberships for our silent auction.  Last year they raised $250,000.

 

Andy thanked our Guest Speakers.

 

Editorial:

12 Parkwood Rotarians enjoyed this meeting.

Our best thoughts go out to Hilda and her daughter.

We wish our absentee members good health and a Happy 2015. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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EDITOR: VICE-PRESIDENT MIKE MCLAREN

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

          MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 25, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Acting Interim Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                          Dave Mankiewicz                                   

O Canada:                   Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen:    Walter Stewart                                                                                        

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Bob Stewart (today)

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Welcome to Marianna Herczeg

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:     Walter Stewart         Card Drawn:   8 of Hearts                .    

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                     Bulletin Editor: To Be Announced

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Bob Koski – Happy to help rake leaves form his neighbors lawn . too bad they blew back in a day later.
  2. Carol Reading – Raptors are winning.
  3. Larry Hurren – Old Time Fiddlers contest at his church raised money for the church – a big success.
  4. Kris Sachdeva – Movember  is  in full swing and prostrate cancer awareness is doing well as Kris and Bob Koski are growing their mustaches and encouraged our members to donate happy bucks to our club for their efforts.
  5. Ted Morrison – Congratulates to Bob and Kris with the Stash awareness for Movember.
  6. Hilda Finnigan – Happy to be at the Rotaract Club of DC/UOIT’s very successful Meet and Greet last evening with 14 new Rotaract members being inducted
  7. Robbie Larocque – thanked Bob and Kris for promoting Movember and Prostrate Cancer Awareness Month.
  8. David Andrews – echoed Hilda’s remarks and thanked Cherlene Cheung, President of the Rotaract Club for a fine evening.
  9. Eamonn Doyle– looking forward to going south.
  10. Robert Kipling – getting closer to Christmas and loving that Christmas musicJ
  11. Lennis Trotter – happy to see a friend that was a Rotary member.
  12. Andy Lyons – for life
  13. Shawn Kellam – happy to be at the Maple Leaf hockey game at Air Canada Centre even though they lost 9-2.
  14. Alan Nason – forgot what he was going to say, but thanked Andy for a wonderful job as Sgt At Arms for the entire month of November

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

  1. Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free. If you have not yet signed up, please call Carol today at 905-728-9374
  2. Andy Lyons – the last possible date, time, minute and second to get your ckaes and hams order to Andy will be Friday, Nov 28 at 12:00 noon.  Keep on selling and give Andy a call at 905-723-8110  or email him at lyons.pyott@sympatico.ca
  3. Robbie Larocque – Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival application is in.  Wish us luck that we wil be picked to host. Lots of competition.
  4. Robbie Larocque – Rotary Foundation donation tax receipts will now be sent via email online. Be sure to go to www.rotary.org , sign in to my rotary and you are all set. If you are having problems getting in, send an email to data@rotary,org .
  5. Robbie Larocque – Announced that Bob Koski has agreed to step in as acting interim Secretary in Pat Dyck’s absence for this Rotary Year.
  6. Mike McLaren – His PGOW presentation , schedule for tonight will be rescheduled for another night as the AGM of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation went over time. Mike wants you to get a real good opportunity to see his presentation in the New Year.
  7. Al Finnigan –  The first Reverse Draw meeting went well. We have our license thanks to Past President Al. Everyone knows their assignments. Reminder: We will accept silent auction items anytime. The more we receive, the bigger our profits.
  8. Hilda Finnigan - Dec.16th – The Rotary Club members and spouses Christmas party at will be at the Officers Mess at the Armouries, Simcoe St N., Oshawa Cocktails at 6 pm; Dinner about 7 pm.  Cost is  $30 per person. A real Christmas Dinner.
  9. Devon Biddle – REMINDER: For those who sold tickets to Live Act, he needs the names and addresses of your guests so that he can issue tax receipts.
  10. Devon Biddle - Had meeting with Oshawa Golf Club regaring the muinimum number of meals that we pat for on a weekly basis. That number has been reduced from 20 to 18 during January, February and March 2015. This will be reviewed with the Golf Club management and our Rotary Club  near the end of the Rotary Year to determine if further changes are required. In the 2014 Calendar year (Jan 1 thru Nov 25, we have paid for 71 meals that we were short on. The reason for this was various from the snow birds to current members not attending to the real need for more members.

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

None tonight.

 

GUEST SPEAKERS  :

Name of Speakers: Devon Biddle (speaking on the Annual General meeting of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation) and Robbie Larocque (speaking on the election of officers for the 2015-2016 Rotary Year).

 

Annual General meeting of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation:

 Devon chaired the AGM meeting for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation. A financial report was shared for everyone. Last year minutes approved. Reports were read and nominations and election of officers were accepted. In addition, club members received and reviewed the financial statement for the year ending June 30, 2014. Devon answered all questions from the floor.

 

Election of Officers

Robbie Larocque conducted the nomination and election of officers of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for 2015-2016. President will be Mike McLaren, Robbie Larocque will be Past President. The Directors will be: announced the board and new incoming President Mike McLaren; Directors: Kim Boatman, Eamonn Doyle, Shawn Kellam, Ted Morrison, Lennis Trotter. It was moved and accepted by all. It is anticipated that Devon Biddle will be appointed Treasurer  and Bob Koski will be appointed Acting Interim Secretary by the new Board in July 2015.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Bob Koski, our acting interim Secretary or Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Dave Andrews, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Royal Oak Pub, 617 Victoria St W., Whitby – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  NOVEMBER 18, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle 

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Lennis Trotter                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen:  Myles Fisher

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Ron Murdock – Honorary Member of the Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise

Mary Anna Herczeg – Guest of Lennis Trotter

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:    Myles Fisher     Card Drawn: Jack of Clubs               .    

                

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : David Andrews

Bulletin Editor: Mike McLaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Bob Koski – For Movember, he is happy that his Stash is coming in.

Carol Reading – Very happy Not to be in Buffalo.

Larry Hurren –thanked Dave and all your work for the Skate a thon!

Kris Sachdeva – echo to Larry about Dave and not in Buffalo.

Ted Morrison – great to hear from Rotarians for the strong endorsement for Rotary Leadership Institute

Hilda Finnigan – Happy that we had a successful Skate a thon

Al Finnigan – Also very happy that we had a successful Skate a thon

Devon – happy to be back.

Robbie Larocque – thank you for David.

Walter Stewart– Had a great time with Sue  and the good time at St. Anne’s Spa.

David Andrews – thank you Ted Morrison and the team for a very successful Rotary Leadership Institute on Saturday and and very special thank you to everyone who helped with the 35th annual Rotary Skate a thon . Lots of help. Well received by the Durham Dragons.

Eamonn – looking forward to going south.

Sandy – Oshawa Express extending an invite to all Club members and their spouses to The Oshawa Express Christmas celebration on Dec.11.  Be sure to RSVP

Robert – sad about the Saskatchewan Roughriders L

Lennis – The annual Christmas Light up the Village at the Kids Safety Village attracted 150 children and parents.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free. Be sure to sign up with Carol , Giver her a phone call if you have not yet signed up.

Robbie Larocque – R.S. McLaughlin student awardee sent a nice thank you letter to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for our donation for her award

December 16 will be the Christmas Dinner for our club members and spouses at the Officers Mess of at The Armouries. More information will follow soon. Be ready to sign up when asked.

Mike McLaren – reviewed Part III  of the Rotary Leadership Institute that he attended on Saturday and to share next week PGOW.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   - None tonight

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ron Murdock, Partners In Service -  Update

Introduced By: Ted Morrison

Thanked By: Kris Sachdeva

Speaker’s Remark: The Partners In Service provides the  grass roots help to handicapped individuals. Partners In Service is all of the Durham Region Rotary Clubs and also the Lions Clubs in North Oshawa and Courtice who are the main service providers to the much needed service to the handicapped . Ron does a home assessment and a follow up.  Partners In Service ask for 30% of the funds for equipment from the clients, ideally. Big needs have been hospital beds, wheel chairs and motorized wheel chairs.  About 75 projects per year are reviewed and completed by Ron and the Partners In Service.

Thank you Ron!

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Royal Oak Pub, 617 Victoria St W., Whitby – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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EDITOR : VICE - PRESIDENT MIKE MCLAREN

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 11, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Al Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Myles Fisher                             

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen:  Mike McLaren 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Unknown

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

None tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Carol Reading             Card Drawn:  7  Diamonds                .    

                

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                          Bulletin Editor: Mike McLaren

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HAPPY BUCKS.

Bob Koski – Happy to have a very successful fundraiser at Live Act and thanked everyone for their help.

Carol Reading – No snow just rain.

Larry Hurren –Getting ready to go on to the ice at the Rotary Skate-a-thon this Sunday with a fresh sharping. J

Kris Sachdeva – happy to be working

Ted Morrison – thank you to Bob Koski and his team for a great Live Act Evening.

Hilda Finnigan – thank you for a beautiful day

Al Finnigan – Great to get at golfing today and to have a charming wife. Looking forward to being a volunteer at the PGA Golf Tournament, the Valspar Open at Innisbroook Resort in March 2014 . J

Mike McLaren – my wife thanks you for the Live Act dinner fund raiser and the door prizes.

Robbie Larocque – thank you to Alan Nason, Terry Giles and Dave Andrews, who represented Rotary today on Remembrance Day at Memorial Park.

Walter Stewart– thank you Bob Koski as all the women at his table, loved the show.

David Andrews – proud to be a Rotarian and represent us with the Wreath on Remembrance Day at memorial Park. Our Mayor and fellow Rotarian, John Henry gave a very empassioned speech.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

David Andrews – Skate a thon this Sunday. 11:30-2pm

Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free.

Robbie Larocque – Rotary leadership Institue is on this Saturday at the Oshawa Golf Club. Parts I, II and III. Some hinted that Robbie needs a pocket on his shirt for his glasses or and suite jacket J

Bob Koski – wanted to make a special thank you to all the gifts and the announced that thanks to Rocky varcoe, the tax receipt would increase to $27.50 this year. Get your names and addresses to Bob for any tickets that you sold to non-Rotarians for their tax receipts. Our net profit: $5,727.50 was the grand total raised!!

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

None tonight

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ted Morrison, The Rotary Foundation

Introduced By: Robbie Larocque 

Thanked By: Everyone

 

Speaker’s Remark: Ted reminded us that there is 6 key areas of focus of the Rotary Foundation. The donation has a tax receipt if given to the Rotary Foundation Canada .

One of our projects is the World Toilet day that is on November 19th. One third of the world has no toilet. About 6000 children die every day from water and sanitarian problems.  As a reminder our goal is to support the foundation with a $100 gift but $20 or any amount is appreciated.  The proceeds stay with the foundation for 3 years then it is distributed back to the district and local clubs at a 5050% application.  The world and local projects take 1000’s of volunteers and that is the real success of Rotary. The Foundation is now 97 years old starting in 1917. Thank you Ted.  

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

 

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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Your Editor: Vice President Mike McLaren

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 4, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Bob Koski                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Myles Fisher  

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None

GUESTS / VISITING ROTARIANS:

Theiropportunity.com. Randy Gill, CEO and Sean Lockhart

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: _____Mike McLaren________________  Card Drawn: ___________2 of Clubs_______                .    

                

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                 Bulletin Editor: Mike McLaren

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Kim Boatman - Thanks to Dave Andrews. Son is coming home from BC for a month.

Sandy McDowell – Thanks to Kim for paying for her happy buck and for Dave’s help.

Bob Koski – Live Act and everyone’s help. Dave and Kim/Sandy’s work and going to the DR in June

Robert Kipling – Giant book sale at the Library this week

Carol Reading – No snow just rain.

Allan Nason – happy he did not bring his purse J

Larry Hurren – celebration of his mother law’s birthday and that she refused to move in with them J

Kris Sachdeva – 2 more Live Act tickets

Ted Morrison - $1400 tax bill penalty was looked after by H & R Block and next year tax return is free

Andy Lyons – happy to be Sargent of Arms

Hilda Finnigan – no complaints from tenants!

David Andrews – big thank you to Kim and Sandy

Al Finnigan – Great wife, she is the best thing that every happen to me 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Andy Lyons – Cakes and ham. Orders should be ready first or second week of December

David Andrews – Nov. 11th Remembrance Day Wreath.  Skate a thon November 16th. Any relatives, friends can skate and they will get the prizes and support our Rotay Club.

Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free. Call her to register.

Lennis Trotter – reminder of Safety Village meeting coming up Monday Nov 10 at The Safety Village.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

None tonight.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Randy Gill and Sean Lockhart

Introduced By: Hilda Finnigan 

Thanked By: Larry Hurren

Speaker’s Remarks: www.theiroppportunity.com is a pay it forward kids in financial needs support program for Sports. They have been established for 5 years now and their head office is Oshawa. We heard a great presentation of some testimonies and how they administer their program. They have 628 kids sponsored in various sports and their uniqueness is they have a commitment from each sponsored child to pay it forward and they must do a community service. 33% of kids today cannot afford to do sports. Their Opportunity program allows the kids to keep busy and out of possible trouble. They learn the valuable lesson of helping others.

The testimonies took my breath away. Their budget comes from fund raising from individuals, corporations and service clubs like us to support kids locally.  Any money raised stay in the community that is received in. WOW great job Randy and Sean.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

     MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Oct. 28, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Al Finnigan /  Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Shawn Kellam 

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Stewart 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:  None

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Charlene Cheung President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College /UOIT and Carolina Rodriguez executive member of Rotaract Club of Durham College/UOIT

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Charlene drew Ace of Hearts

 

On The Door Next Week:    Dave Andrews                                 Bulletin Editor: Mike Mclaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS:

Ted- Happy $5.00 for wonder full trip to China, more traffic congestion than T.O. and crowds of people, but food was good, people where friendly and tours where great.

Dave- District conference was great and Paul Henderson gave a good one hour motivational talk. Next year’s District Conference is at Harbor Castle.

Kris- happy with conference went to two breakout sessions, on water and Digital camerapresentation.

Alan Nason- Just happy

Shawn Kellam- went to the Safety Village for Halloween Haunt Daughter and neice’s lots of fun, food and commotion. Next year a donation to help re-build would be a good idea.

Robert-Told face book joke, about a funeral casket.

 Marsha- has not been to many meeting lately but has been supporting the club, was at the conference and at a a Rotary dance show in T.O.

 Bob Stewart-unhappy with confusion over the thanking of Dawn Ashford Andy got credit instead.  Andy should pay fine.

 Mike- happy he joined Oshawa Golf Club

 Hilda- happy for Charlene and Carolina’s enthusiasm for Rotary

 Andy- happy with 2 days in Haliburton and great golf game and let Bob know he is the better half of the thank you for the other Bob.

 Al- happy he can golf on other foot with no pain

Robbie- was at go station handing out Polio flyers with Terry and Geoff Lloyd. Also a little hung over on Saturday at conference.

Bob Koski- happy he is retiring from Seargent at Arms for this year.

                             

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Andy- Reminded Rotarians to get cakes and ham orders ready $25.00 each, wants increase in sales.

All orders to be in by November 25th. Ted challenged everyone to beat his 80 and will give a bottle to anyone who beats this number. Charlene Cheung and the Presdient of the Rotaract Club of DC/UOIT said she would take up the challenge and sell 100.

Bob Koski-  Live Act Dinner Theatre is Nov 6. Bob has sold 179 tickets to date, has 7 quality raffle prizes, and is selling the tickets $5.00 single tickets, 3/10 or 7/20.          

Robbie- Dave, Ted, Robbie and Devon are invited to Bill Patchett’s(District 7070 Foundation Committee Chair)  Dinner for Club Presidents and Club Foundations Chairs / Directors on Nov 6 at the Oshawa Golf Club.

Rotary Leadership Institute Parts I, !! and III are on the 15th of November at the Oshawa Golf Club. Be sure to sign up today online at www.rotary7070,org

Charlene and Carolina- announced their October event for PolioPlus @ UOIT and raised $102.00 for PolioPlus and presented a check to Ted Morrison (our Rotary Foundation Director) .Ted indicated that the donation would be matched by Bill Gates to increase the amount to $306.00.

Robbie-mentioned that Fortress Real Capital donated $100.00 to PolioPlus                 

Guest Speakers:

Andy Introduces the Guest Speaker Glenn McKnight and Robert Bell, they did an excellent presentation on the first world war, with Oshawa in the big picture. They also did a section on the involvement with the Barnardo children.

For more information go to the following websites: www.RobertTBell.com , http://tinyurl.com/lzetr4h , http://tinyutl.com/mywghxa , http://tinyurl.com/mbgghyf , www.ogs.on.ca , http://tinyurl.com/ob8o7tr , http://tinyurl.com/llycufu , http://tinyurl.com/odx6r2q

Kris thanked the speakers for their interesting presentation.

eeting ended at 8.20 PM.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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Editor: Past President Allan Finnigan

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Oct. 21, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Allan Finnigan/ Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Alan Nason

National Anthem: O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen :  Larry Hurren  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:  Jill and Myles Fisher’s 25th. Anniversary

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guests: Heather Gomez and  Roger Anderson, Chairman of Durham Region,

Visiting Rotarians: Wayne Routly, Assistant Governor of Rotary District 7070 (southern Ontario); Geoff Lloyd, Vice President of the Oshawa Rotary Club, Gerry Waterhouse , Whitby-Sunrise Rotary Club; Terry Caputo, Vice President of the Whitby-Sunrise Rotary Club; Emmy Iheme, President of the Oshawa Rotary Club; Brian Thompson, Rotary International District 7070 Governor (also of the Whitby-Sunrise Rotary Club); Robbie larocque, President of the host Oshawa-Parkwood Rotary Club; Leon Presner, President of the Pickering Rotary Club; Gord Wallace, President of the Bowmanville Rotary Club; and Michael Parker, Assistant Governor of Rotary District 7070.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Hilda drew 5 of clubs              .    

                

On The Door Next Week:    Dave Andrews                                 Bulletin Editor: Allan Finnigan

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS :

Kris -  Happy celebrating Dilawi,  the "festival of lights", is an ancient Hindu festival celebrated in autumn every year. The festival spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and hope over despair

Robbie -  thanked Dave for his hard work at putting together World Polio Day in Oshawa and The Durham Region

Al Finnigan - also happy his left foot is better

Hilda  - also thanked Dave for his efforts and the success of the Safety Village opening.

Special Happy Bucks: -  All visiting Rotarians and Rotarians who did not give Happy Bucks last week should be happy.

Alan Naso - is happy he is here

Dave  - is happy for World Polio Day

Andy -  is happy for 2 days with friends up north

Michael Parker -  is happy for the joint farmer’s concert ($65.00) with Port Hope Rotary Club, it will be this Sunday at the United church.

District Governor Brian Thompson - is happy for Dave’s Polio announcement.

Emmy Iheme  - is happy and also congratulated Dave for his work on World Polio Day. And happy his boss, Roger Anderson, is here.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Andy- Reminded Rotarians to get cakes and ham orders ready $25.00 each.

Mike-will assign list of companies to each Rotarian to approach to get new members

Bob K- There will be a committee meeting for Class Act after to nights meeting

Speakers:

Dave introduce Roger Anderson our Durham Regional Chair.

Roger presented Rotary with a Polio Day Proclamation and was thanked by Brian Thompson our District Governor.

 

Mike introduced our guest speakers John Evelyn and Leah Parial of FMP Mortgage Investments (representing  Fortress Real Capital – one of our major sponsors at the annual Reverse Darw, Dinner & Silent Auction)  presenting a program in investing directly in Canadian Real Estate.

Al Finnigan thanked the speakers for a well prepared package.

Meeting finished 8.15 PM.

 

OBJECT OF ROTARY:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting..

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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BULLETIN EDITOR: PAST PRESIDENT ALLAN FINNIGAN

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Oct. 14, 2014

 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Larry Hurren                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Alan Nason

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:  Jen McAuley, Cheryl Carter, Ken Dyck, Robbie and Terri Lyn LaRoque  

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Our Guest Speaker  Dawn Ashford

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Ted Morrison drew the King of Diamonds               .    

                

On The Door Next Week:    Dave Andrews                                 Bulletin Editor: Allan Finngan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Ted Morrison – trip to China starts  tomorrow, has heard that folks lose weight in China; 

Dave Andrews very happy that we are having Skatathon with the Durham Dragons – Rotoracters will be helping us again this year;

Bob Stewart shared memories of an Argonaut game, riding in a 1982 firebird, sitting with the players wives and girlfriends and lost car keys!!??;

Alan Nason enjoyed his trip to the Agawa Canyon with other “gray/white” heads;

Carol Reading wished Ted a good trip and will be watching his “physic” when he returns;

Andy Lyons enjoyed Thanksgiving with his nieces and nephews – he will also be watching for the change in Ted;

Hilda told Ted there will not be much rice served in China – also asked for understanding as she is living with TWO Finnigans this week!!;

Kris Sachdeva wished Ted a great trip;

Bob Koski enjoyed BBQ steak for Thanksgiving;

Pres. Robbie enjoyed turkey at home and the company of his university student daughter

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  Lennis – Safety Village Open House Thursday Oct. 16 – 3-7PM;

Andy will have pricing for cakes and hams next week – get your order ready – looking for +++ over last year!!!;

Bob Koski – 166 Live Act tickets distributed – need 14 more to meet our goal – also need more prizes;

Dave Andrews – World Polio Day Proclamation being presented at the Oshawa Club meeting on Monday October 20th;

Roger Anderson attending our meeting on Tuesday October 21st – area presidents have been invited to attend; 

Pres. Robbie – members asked to help distribute flyers at the GO station on World Polio Day, October 24th from 7 – 8 AM; District Conference October 24/25/26

 

ROTARY MOMENT   none this week

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Ted Morrison introduced Dawn Ashford, Coordinator of Volunteer Services, Durham Childrens’ Aid Society

     Dawn spoke about the importance of volunteers with the Durham Childrens’ Aid Society and the number of children and families who need support in Durham Region.  As always these statistics are somewhat overwhelming; approximately 600 children in care and 900 families in the community needing support.  Dawn thanked Oshawa Parkwood for our donation in 2012 and told us how this money was used.  A Group Mentorship Program was initiated with these $$.  This is a part of the volunteer program for children ages 6 – 13.  It allows children and families to interact with others who share the same needs.  This program has now become a part of the operating budget for the society and has been sustained with the help of volunteers dedicated to this service.

Andy Lyons thanked Dawn for sharing this information with us and for her ongoing efforts on behalf of children and families in Durham Region.

Meeting Adjourned by President Robbie

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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Editor: Past President Al Finnigan

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING: October 7, 2014 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Walt Stewart                                   

O Canada: Hilda Finnigan 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliot 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

October 14 – Happy Birthday to Shawn Kellam

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Bev Barry - Treasurer Durham Region  Crimestoppers

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Carol Reading                                                  Card Drawn: King of Spades              .    

               

On The Door Next Week:   Dave Andrews                      Bulletin Editor: Al Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

Ted- Happy had 2 Grandchildren sleep over and they had different agenda.

Myles- Happy just being here.

Carol- Happy to have had her final cribbage games with brother and he won.

Al-  Happy that Mekiala (Hilda’s Grand Daughter,19 years old) removed hardware from her face.

Kim- Sandra and herself went to (RLI in Bellville session 1) and not only found it informative but enjoyed sessions

Kris-Grateful for the time he had on the weekend with Grand Kids and Parents

Lennis-Had great weekend at the Cleveland’s House -  18 couples attended

Dave- Happy skate-a-thon is on this year and we should make money

Robert-informed us of Biddle’s plight with taxi at 3 am in the morrning and had a pleasant dinner at the Mandarin with Islamic friends celebrating their Holiday - Eid.

Andy-Happy with cruise had a great time, and what a piss off to come home to this weather.

Hilda happy she met Eman Attlalla at the Oshawa Centre on the weekend, received her dues and she is trying to changed her job to this area so she can attend meetings.

Bob Koski-Best Key Lime pie his wife has made for his daughter’s birthday.

Robbie- trying to give his youngest an attitude adjustment on spelling, time will tell.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

Dave announced that the skate-a-thon is a go, 75 pledge sheets have been printed for dragons and have been committed for and another 25 for the public. Dave has volunteers organized and needs some more spots filled; the money will be collected the same day November 16th. 2014

Kris announced a committee meeting for World Community Service after tonight’s meeting.

Bob Koski has 162 tickets sold for Class Act on November 7th.2014 featuring “Queen of Whitby”, Cost is $65.00 excellent dinner included and a tax receipt of $25.00 is available. We need to sell 20 more tickets to sell out and get our max. Return. Press releases have gone out. We also need more raffle items.

Ted announced that November 1, 2014 is Rotary day at the United Nations cost is $35.00 it is held in NYC and you will get a chance to go sit at the UN session. He and Sharron went and had a wonder full experience.

Al Finnigan announced that he played in a Golf Tournament at the Royal Ashburn Golf Club with his other foot damaged had to tape toes together to play but managed to win a free golf game which he is donating to the Class Act for a raffle prize.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

None

 

GUEST SPEAKER:

Name of Speaker: Bev Berry , Treasurer, Durham Region Crime Stoppers  

Introduced By: Terry DeYoung

Thanked By: Andy Lyons

Speaker’s Remarks: Crime Stoppers started in 1986 in Albuquerque New Mexico; it is a registered charity organization. There are no paid employees and the board consists of 12 members. This year’s goal is to  A) Increase visibility

                                                                                                           B) Increase Social Media

                                                                                                           C) Increase Youth Initiatives

You can receive up to $2,000.00 cash reward for help solving a crime, leading to an arrest, seizure of drugs or recovery of stolen property and you will stay anonymous.

Phone 1-800-222-tips

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Bob Koski                                   

O Canada:                      Peter Dueck

Toastt To The Queen :     Bob Elliott                                                                                         

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

October 3 – Happy Birthday to Katie Osborne

October 4 – Happy Birthday to Past President Hilda Finnigan and Laura Carey

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  WELCOME

 

Visiting Rotarians: None Tonight

 

Guests From The Rotaract Club of Durham College and University of Ontario Institute of Technology – President Cherlene Cheung and her Executive: Nandi Sharma, Carolina Rodriguez, and Shane Dyer

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Past President Dave Andrews     Card Drawn: 10 of Hearts 

              .    

                

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Al Finnigan

 

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or be Bulletin Editor, please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

 

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison – Happy to have had a very successful Rotary Leadership Institute in Belleville on Saturday, Sept 27. From our Club, Rotarians Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell attended Part I and are ready for Part II. It is so nice to see Rotarians getting excited about Rotary, especially the world of Rotary outside of their own Rotary Club and to see how Rotary works world-wide.

 

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan – Announced that THE RACE is on. She got on the phone and sold 20 tickets to our Live Act Dinner Theatre for Nov 7. Okay President Robbie, it’s your move.

 

  1. Past President Kris Sachdeva – Happy for many events this week: Gandhi was born on October 2; Kris’ son was born on October 3, and this week the Indian space ship landed on Mars

 

  1. Rotaract President Cherlene Cheung – A big thank you to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for inviting the Executive team of the Rotaract Club here to speak. And she is very happy that her L-SAT exams are over.

 

  1. Past President Alan Nason – Happy that he and Margaret will be off to the Agawa Canyon this week.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque – Glad that the Fish Fry in Bowmanville went off okay and that Past Presidents Al and Hilda Finnigan went to say hello and support the event. He is also happy the at beadonor.ca website is now fixed and encouraged everyone who has signed up to go into the website and make sure that their donor information is correct. Your gift of life is so important.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

 

  1. Incoming President Mike McLaren, for the second week in a row, took a page out of the successful membership campaign of the Rotary Club of and  targeted 3 more names of businesses from the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce directory and asked fellow club members to volunteer and see if they are interested in speaking to our Rotary Club about their business and perhaps in joining Rotary. 

 

  1. Past President Lennis Trotter announced that there would be a meeting of the Kids Safety Village Committee on Monday, October 8 at 7 pm at The Kids Safety Village. And he announced that there will be a huge Open House on Thursday, October 16 from 3 pm to 7 pm at the The Kids Safety Village and encouraged all members and spouses to attend the Open House. We just may meet and greet some prospective sponsors for the Safety Village – Next 20 years Campaign.

 

  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he has the tickets for our big Rotary Fundraiser on November 7  - the Live Act Dinner Theatre showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated.

 

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan reminded everyone that our help is requested from 10 am to about 2 pm at the new Team Canada Black Belt Institute at 2795 Ritson Rd N (the old Knights of Columbus Hall) on Saturday Oct 4 for their grand re-opening in support of former Rotary Club member Frank Fanciulli who has been a hug contributor to our annual reverse Draw, Dinner and Silent Auction Gala for many years. Past Presidents Terry DeYoung and Al Finnigan will be there and could use our help.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . November 15 , 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:

 http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past, present and future).

 

 

  1. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the months of September AND Ocotber to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page. https://www.facebook.com/LauraCareyInsurance

 

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque received a nice thank you note from District Governor Brian Thompson for our contributions and attendance and the very successful Rotary Foundation Walk, on Sept 21.

 

  1. President Robbie asked all club members if anyone was interested in hosting a Rotarian and spouse for “Home Hospitality” dinner in their home on October 15, 2014. These Rotarians (Past, present and future District Governors and officers of Rotary International) may be from across Canada and northeastern United States who will be attending the Zone Institute in Toronto on Oct 16  - 20.

 

  1. President Robbie reminded us about the visit to the Rotary Club of Toronto of incoming Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran. Go to the Rotary Club of Toronto website www.rotarytoronto.com and you can sign up and purchase your tickets.

 

  1. President Robbie asked for a few more volunteers to go to the GO Train in Oshawa and hand out End Polio Now brochures on World Polio Day, Oct 24.

 

  1. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   None tonight

 

 

GUEST SPEAKERS  :

 

Name of Speakers:

President Cherlene Cheung of the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT and her Executive: Nandi Sharma, Carolina Rodriguez, and Shane Dyer

 

Introducer: Bob Stewart (who also reminded us of a golf story)

 

Thanked By: Director Shawn Kellam

 

 

Their Remarks:

 

What a sincere opening as each of the four speakers recited one line from the Rotary Four way test, and they noted that the Rotaract executive uphold these values every day of their lives.

The Rotaract Club of DC and UOIT has 100 members and another 377 followers on their Facebook Page. They have new sweaters this year that will attract lots of “Rotaract” attention.

They have their own website, https://sites.google.com/site/rotaractdcuoit/  Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/rotaract.dc.uoit  and they are on Instagram, and Twitter.

 

Cherlene Cheung is studying Law; Nandi Sharma is studying medicine; Carolina Rodriguez ( a Rotary Exchange student and RYLA grad) is studying kinesiology;  and Shane Dyer (invited to join Rotaract by Haley Macnamara) is studying marketing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Rotaractors were very busy in the summer months: Carolina and Cherlene both attended RYLA in Belleville; many Rotaractors went to Interota in Toronto and Montreal, Haley and Christine attended the Rotary International Convention and Carolina returned from a year in France as a Rotary Exchange Student.

The Rotaract Club recently attend a “get Involved” Fair at the UOIT and signed up 100 members.

 

In the coming months they will be observing World polio Day, and on Oct 20, they will be having a  “Purple Pinkie”  Drive and will raffle off a Rotaract Sweatshirt. On Oct 22, they will be having a blood drive info booth for the school’s Nov 13 Blood Drive. The Rotary / Rotaract Scholars reception will be held on March 12, 2015. Our job will be to buy tickets to support the UOIT students who simply can’t afford to get through university. And continuing Charlene’s work with SIPAR, and the education program in Cambodia , from last year, the Rotaract Club will be collecting books, crayons, pencils etc and ship them over to the Rotary Club in Cambodia where she went to teach the children English.

 

They are also planning a Pay It Forward investment by giving out handprints o people who do good deeds at the schools. In January, they will be doing an awareness program on mental health.

The District 7070 Rotaract Clubs get together via Skype and will be at UOIT on Oct 17.

They will also be supporting the Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise “Slice of Life” program in the spring with AIDS awareness.

 

Editor’s Note: What an amazing group of young adults who exemplify the very best in Rotary values, each and every day.

 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Hilda Finnigan                                  

O Canada:                      Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :   Past President Alan Nason                                                                                           

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

September 27 – Happy Birthday to Sharon Meader

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  WELCOME

 

Visiting Rotarians:

Assistant Governor and District 7070 Conference Chair Mark Chipman – Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Mark Chipman     Card Drawn: 7 of Clubs 

              .    

                

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or be Bulletin Editor, please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

 

  1. Marsha Chambers – Happy and a big Thank You to have slept on Past Presdients Al and Hilda Finnignan’s couch last Tuesday evening.
  2. Thanks to all of the Rotary Club members who have committed to helping with this year’s 35th Annual Rotary Skate-a-thon.
  3. Incoming President Mike McLaren – Happy that the markets are doing so well but also happy to have his clients out of the markets and into safe investments. Check them out with Mike.
  4. Past President Larry Hurren – Happy that his Mom will be going into Traditions very soon.
  5. Past President Devon Biddle – Happy to be here tonight.
  6. Past President Alan Nason – Happy for his trip into northern Ontario and Quebec.
  7. Past President Al Finnigan  - Happy that Hilda left lots of good food when she went to Montreal last weekend.
  8. President Robbie Larocque – Happy for the Maid of The Mist raincoats that worked very well at the Rotary Foundation Walk last Sunday. 49 clubs, 390 people and over $110,475 raised so far.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

 

  1. Past President Dave Andrews updated the members on the smaller version of the 2014 Rotary Skate-a-thon with the Durham Dragons on Sunday , November 16 at the General Motors Centre , if all parties agree ,and asked for everyone’s help .

 

  1. Incoming President Mike Mclaren took a page out of the successful membership campaign of the Rotary Club of Bowmanville (which was presented to all 54 Rotary Clubs at the recent Presidents Club meeting) and which has proven to be successful over the last 14 months. Mike targeted 4 names of businesses from the Oshawa Chamber of Commece directory and asked fellow club members to volunteer and see if they are interested in speaking to our Rotary Club about their business and perhaps in joining Rotary. 

 

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that Carol reading’s brother had passed away and some members were invited to the Waltzing Weasel for a get together for Carol’s Birthday and our Club sent flowers to Carol.

 

  1. Past President Pat Dyck and her husband Ken are in our prayers.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque said he and the family had a wonderful time on September 21 at the Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Over 300 people and over $110,000 raised for the Rotary Foundation .

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville (which was attended by Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell in Part I) , November 15, 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:

 http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past, present and future).

 

  1. Past President Bob Kosk announced that he has the tickets for our big Rotary Fundraiser on November 7  - the Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated.

 

  1. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September AND Ocotber to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page. https://www.facebook.com/LauraCareyInsurance

 

  1. President Robbie reminded us about the visit to the Rotary Club of Toronto of incoming Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran. Go to the Rotary Club of Toronto website www.rotarytoronto.com and you can sign up and purchase your tickets.

 

  1. President Robbie asked for volunteer to go to the GO Train in Oshawa and hand out End Polio Now brochures on World Polio Day, Oct 24.

 

  1. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.

 

 

 

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   None tonight

 

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speaker:

Assistant Governor and Conference Chair Mark Chipman – Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunriise

 

Introducer: District Governor Ted Morrison

 

Thanked By: President Robbie Larocque

 

Mark’s Remarks:

With 5 of our Club members going to the District Conference Oct 24 – 26, 2014 at the Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto, Mark Chipman was very pleased but was here tonight to see if more Rotarians would be coming. The District 7070 website is filled with all of the information.

The big feature this year is that the Conference is in Toronto and that Rotarians and spouses may wish to attend all or part of the conference with the a al carte menus of pricing options.

The keynote speakers including Team Canada’s Paul Henderson and superb breakout sessions capped with a dineer and Monte Carlo evening are just a few of the highlights.

Be sure to go to the website http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. If you need help registering and don’t want to use the computer, you may call District 7070 Registrar Les Shernofsky at 416-662-5000 or email him at d070events@gmail.com and he will register you.

 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Hilda Finnigan

 O Canada:                      Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :      Past President Larry Hurren 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

September 20 – Happy Anniversary to Past Presidents Al and Hilda Finnigan

September 20 – Happy Anniversary to Dave and Donna Ruzsa

September 22 – Happy Birthday to Carol Reading

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  WELCOME ONE AND ALL !!!

Guests:

Sharron Morrison, wife of Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Karen Thompson, wife of District Governor Brian Thompson

 

Visiting Rotarians:

District 7070 Governor Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise

Past District Governor Valarie Wafer – Rotary Club of Whitby

Assistant Governor Wayne Routly – Rotary club of Bowmanville

Richard Gauder – Rotary Club of Port Perry

Isaac Arulappan – Rotary E-Club One of District 5450 (Colorado)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Marsha Chambers     Card Drawn: Jack of Spades 

 

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or be Bulletin Editor, please find a replacement)

HAPPY TWOONIES

  1. Richard Gauder – Thanked our Rotary Club for helping the Port Perry Rotary Club with their orphanage project in India and happy to have Isaac here tonight from India who is on the receiving end of the project. Isaac is a Rotarian with the Rotary E-Club Number One located in Colorado .
  2. Past President Kris Sachdeva  - Happy to be here tonight.
  3. Assistant Governor Wayne Routly happy to hear that Past President Al Finnigan has been behaving himself.
  4. Past President Hilda Finnigan – happy to see so many guests and visiting Rotarians from all over the District and the world.
  5. Vice President Mike McLaren – happy to have had a great down east vacation complete with a caliph in PEI, a jigs dinner in Newfoundland and a great golfing story.
  6. Marsha Chambers – happy to have moved again, This time in the east end of Toronto and closer to her home Rotary Club.
  7. Past President Larry Hurren – happy for his nephew the musician Jeff Gunn who has been at our Rotary Club entertaining over the years. Jeff wrote 2 songs for the movie “The Good Lie” which had its debut, at the Toronto International Film Festival. See www.thegoodliemovie.com
  8. Past President Dave Andrews very happy to see our District Governor Brian Thompson who used to make up attendance some 30 years ago at our Rotary Club, Brian is a long time friend of our Rotary Club. Well done Brian. And Dave thanks Kris Sachdeva for his friendship and guidance this week.
  9. Past District Governor Ted Morrison happy o see District Governor Brian Thompson and to see Sharron who came in specially from her lawn bowling tournament in Bobcaygeon to be here tonight, and a special hello and welcome to our Past District Governor Valarie Wafer for coming back tonight to our Rotary Club for a visit.
  10. Past President Devon Biddle remarked that in 1987-88 Devon was President of our Club, and Brian was President of the Whitby Sunrise Club and Bob Scott was our District Governor. Bob Scott went on to be Chair of the Rotary Foundation for the entire world, and Brian has gone on to be District Governor and Devon is still in our Rotary Club.
  11. Past President Al Finnigan was puzzled  to see the peanut butter and bread out on the counter , and  the suit cases out. Then Hilda announced that she was going away to a Red Hat convention this weekend – the same time as their wedding anniversary.
  12. President Robbie Larocque told us about Elliott and his school mis-adventures.

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Isaac Arulappan thanked our Rotary Club for assisting the Port Perry Rotary Club with the orphanage project in India – stairs for the school, washrooms too. (He runs the orphanage in southern India we helped with www.dksha.org).
  2. Past President Terry deYoung announced that former member Frank Fanciulli needs our help on Saturday, October 4 from 19 am to 2 pm with his son’s Karate Club at the Knights of Columbus park on Ritson Road North. Frank gets us tires fro our Silent Auction and has helped us raise a lot of dollars . If you can volunteer your time on sat Oct 4, please tell Frank. His email is frank.fanciulli@gm.com .
  3. President Robbie announced in Bob Koski’s absence that Bob has the tickets for our big Fundraiser on November 7  - the Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated.
  4. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page. https://www.facebook.com/LauraCareyInsurance
  5. Past President Larry Hurren talked with Jack Dyck (Ken’s brother) and updated us on Ken’s medical condition in Bowmanville hospital and told everyone to say a prayer for ken and to wish Pat well. We miss her and Ken very much.
  6. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.
  7. Past President Devon Biddle announced that the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT Fundraising Event to aid UOIT student tuition will be held in mid March 2015 and not on November 13. It will be at the Alger Building, 61 Charles Street in Oshawa. Rather than a sit-down dinner, this evening will be a cocktails and hors d’oeuvres event with the cost at $100 per ticket. And a portion of that money will be tax deductible. Last year, our Rotary Club members (and friends) had 2 full tables at the event. Please see Devon for tickets. https://www.facebook.com/events/734122323289528/
  1. President Robbie Larocque reminded everyone about the September 21 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Please get your sheets back to treasurer Devon Biddle with your funds so that he can send in one big cheque from our club. And Devon will ensure that you will receive a tax receipt as well. Be sure to let President Robbie know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, how many members will be going on the walk. It is open to you, your spouse, children, grandchildren and your friends and neighbours. https://www.facebook.com/events/1559869124241368/
  2. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville, November 15, 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:  http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past , present and future).
  3. President Robbie Larocque reminded everyone about the Rotary Club of Courtice’s all you can eat Fish and Chip FUNdraiser on September 28 at Fisherman’s Fish and Chips. There are 3 sittings. Cost is $20 per person. Please see President Robbie for details. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to go to this event to help support the Rotary Club of Courtice. Here is a link: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/1131/Stories/all-you-can-eat-fish-and-chip-fundraiser
  4. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.
  5. President Robbie also reminded us about the Apple Harvest Festival put on by the Rotary Club of Colborne this Saturday.
  6. President Robbie reminded us about the visit to the Rotary Club of Toronto of incoming Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran. Go to the Rotary Club of Toronto website www.rotarytoronto.com and you can sign up and purchase your tickets.
  7. President Robbie asked for volunteer to go to the GO Train in Oshawa and hand out End Polio Now brochures on World Polio Day , Oct 24.

ROTARY MOMENT   None tonight

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:

District Governor Brian Thompson – Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunriise

Introducer: Assistant Governor Wayne Routly

Thanked By: President Robbie Larocque

 

District Governor Brian’s Remarks:

District Governor Brain shared with us one of his many Rotary Moments, when he attended his first Rotary International Convention, in Toronto  with PDG Ken and Dorothy Hobbs of Whitby, back in the very early 1980’s. He was introduced to a gentleman named Clem who had help inoculate children in the Philippines to help prevent polio. District Governor Brian was impressed with the calibre and character of this Rotarian and knew that he joined the right organization. The next day, he discovered that “Clem” was Past President of Rotary International Sir Clem Renouf who stood up at Maple Leaf Gardens in front of 20,000 Rotarians and announced that the Philippines was Polio Free.

District Governor Brian went on to talk about the new Rotary Brand. After surveying 20,000 people (Rotarians and non-Rotarians) worldwide, it became very clear that people know what Rotary is but not what Rotary does. It was time for a change. Be sure to log in to the www.rotary.org website and read about the Rotary Brand. https://brandcenter.rotary.org/en-GB The survey firm found that Rotary was in a category of One. We do great things in the world, using our leadership skills and talents as professionals, but what sets us apart is that we connect club to club to meet our many challenges and the perseverance of Rotarians is unique and sets us apart from any other organization.

Through a District 7070 Quiz, District Governor Brian led us through our challenges with membership, donations to The Rotary Foundation by everyone in the club, every year, and he reminded us of our challenge from Rotary International President Gary Huang to Light Up Rotary, and have a Rotary Day in Oshawa to tell everyone who we are and what we do. Most of all District Governor Brian encouraged us all to have fun in what we are doing.

And he ended be telling everyone about our very clear mission that eradicating Polio from the face of the earth remains our number one priority, and our promise to the children of the world..

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Hilda Finnigan                                   

O Canada:                      Sandy McDowell   

Toast To The Queen :   Past President Alan Nason  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

September 9 – Happy Anniversary to Past President Devon and Linda Biddle

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Cherlene Cheung – our guest speaker and President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT

Visiting Rotarian: Rene Soetens – Rotary Club of Ajax

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Past President Dave Andrews     Card Drawn: 3 of Diamonds

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

  1. Past President Walter Stewart -  a Happy $20 – he and Sue are off to Edmonton to visit Walt’s sister and on Saturday, Walt and Sue are getting married ( a big applause from everyone)
  2. Past President Devon Biddle – very happy to be married to Linda for 47 years, but tonight, but tonight he sat with Cherlene Cheung, our guest speaker and Rotaract President.
  3. Robert Kipling – Robert received a parking ticket while in Regina this summer. He paid it. For parking in a bus lane. Very poorly marked as such, and the street was under construction. No buses were getting down the street anyway. He sent letters to the editor of the paper, and to the mayor and to the tourist board. No response until yesterday and the Editor of the Regina Leader Post put the letter in the paper, and now people are reacting to the letter , all positively in Robert’s favour, Robert is very happy to get the letter in print. Well done Robert.  Here is a link    http://www.leaderpost.com/news/welcomed/10183940/story.html
  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrison is very happy that Walter and Sue are getting married. His neighbours in Wilmot. And Sharron used to baby sit Sue.
  5. Eamonn Doyle  -Happy and congratulations to Walt and Sue and he is also happy to have had a few warm weeks of summer in Fort Lauderdale, however , they were also wet.
  6. Carol Reading – Very happy for Walter and Sue and Carol remembers Sue as a student.
  7. Past President Hilda Finnigan – Very Happy that General Motors of Canada is renewing their 20 year lease on their building at the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region. And congratulations to Walter and Sue.
  8. Past President Alan Finnigan – Happy to be going on a bus tour of Northern Ontario and the Agawa Canyon. And Alan is happy that his brother is doing better from his triple bypass earlier this year.
  9. Past President Bob Koski – Congratulations to Walter and Sue.
  10. Past President Dave Andrews – Congratulations and the very best of wishes to Walter and Sue.
  11. President Robbie Larocque – Happy to pay a dollar for trying to get the meeting agenda out of sequence tonight, and Happy to have helped the Rotarian Bill Stirling and the Rotary Club of Oshawa sell beer tickets on Saturday. They sold almost $5,000 worth in a few hours.
  12. Past President Al Finnigan – Congratulations to Walter and Sue and from all of the guys at the downtown morning coffee hour who send their very best too.\

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

  1. President Robbie Larocque handed out binders of Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood bulletins from past member Bill Longworth, who was the bulletin editor at the time. Many good memories from the bulletins. A special thank you to Bill.
  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he has the tickets for the November 7 Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated. Laura Carey has already purchased tickets for her staff and has already donated an item to the Raffle.
  1. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page.
  1. Past President Lennis Trotter announced a meeting of the Kids Safety Village Committee at the Village on Monday evening. He also announced that General Motors of Canada has renewed their building on the sit of the Village for another 20 years.
  1. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.
  1. Past President Devon Biddle announced that the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT Fundraising Event to aid UOIT student tuition will be held on November 13 at the Alger Building, 61 Charles Street in Oshawa. Rather than a sit-down dinner, this evening will be a cocktails and hors d’oeuvres event with the cost at $100 per ticket. And a portion of that money will be tax deductible. Last year, our Rotary Club members (and friends) had 2 full tables at the event. Please see Devon for tickets.
  1. President Robbie Larocque announced that the Rotary Club of Stirling is having a Bar-b-que on September 13. If interested in some great Rotary fellowship, please see Robbie for details.
  1. President Robbie Larocque reminded everyone about the September 21 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Please get your sheets back to treasurer Devon Biddle with your funds so that he can send in one big cheque from our club. And Devon will ensure that you will receive a tax receipt as well. Be sure to let President Robbie know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, how many members will be going on the walk. It is open to you, your spouse, children, grandchildren and your friends and neighbours.
  1. President Robbie Larocque announced that the Rotary Club of Toronto Forest-Hill is having a Martini Night on September 25 at The National Club at a cost of $30 per person. Please see President Robbie for details.
  1. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville, November 15, 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:  http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past , present and future).
  1. President Robbie Larocque announced that the Rotary Club of Courtice is having an all you can eat Fish and Chip FUNdraiser on September 28 at Fisherman’s Fish and Chips. There are 3 sittings. Cost is $20 per person. Please see President Robbie for details. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to go to this event to help support the Rotary Club of Courtice. Here is a link: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/1131/Stories/all-you-can-eat-fish-and-chip-fundraiser
  1. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   WHAT IS RYLA?

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range. In our District 7070, the age range is 19-30.

RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to

  • Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth
  • Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders
  • Encourage leadership of youth …….  by youth
  • Recognize publicly young people who are performing service projects in their communities

RYLAs often take the form of a seminar, camp, or workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level.

In our case, it is a  District program , that runs 5 days, under the leadership of PDG Mike Cooksey,

Participants are nominated and in our case , sponsored by local Rotary clubs.

For these young adults, this recognition offers the opportunity to build self-confidence, gain exposure to a variety of issues and people, meet active community leaders, and learn valuable information and career skills.

RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond.

Rotarians serve as resources for participants on the path to becoming professional and community leaders.

In turn, RYLA can bring new energy to a Rotary district, inspire ideas for service, increase support of community service projects, and develop future Rotarians.

Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia, RYLA was created as a festival,  highlighting local youth organized in honor of a royal visit by Princess Victoria.

Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders define themselves and expand their skills.

 And for this reason, RYLA is a service program under Rotary’s 5th and newest avenue of service - NEW GENERATIONS, now called Youth Service.

Officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971, this exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.

Our District played hosted  RLYANS, sponsored by District 7070 Rotary Clubs for one week  in May of each year  at Loyalist College in Belleville.

The week was facilitated by Rotarians Rick including Past District Governor Valarie Wafer and  Christine Phelan of Toronto Sunrise Rotary Club.

The District 7070 RYLA program, introduces young participants and their families to the Rotary ideals of service each year.

Throughout the week, the youths engage in discussions on individual and group issues, and participate in simulated games where they learn by doing.

Every year, they spend a day volunteering in the local Community with a service project.

In addition to fellowship activities, the youths enjoy a combination of structured recreational activities and lectures delivered by industry professionals.
All the while, they have fun, build friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

And tonight, we get to hear all about RYLA 2014, from Cherlene Cheung, our 2014 RYLA award winner.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:

Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT President Cherlene Cheung on her week at RYLA and her subsequent mission  in Cambodia.

 

Introducer: Past President Devon Biddle

Cherlene Cheung is this year’s President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT and she is in her third year at UOIT studying human rights law. And she was chosen as our Awardee to the May 2014 Rotary Youth Leadership Award week at Loyalist College in Belleville.

 

Thanked By: Carol Reading

 

Cherlene’s Remarks:

Through a fantastic PowerPoint presentation Cherlene took us on her journey to RYLA and beyond. For the first three hours of her journey to Belleville for the week at the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, Cherlene was nervous, terrified, and scared. That did not last long. She was very impressed by many of the exercises, such as  trust and  teamwork, (both of which are so important to leadership skills), and she enjoyed the classroom time, the fellowship and the friendships that will last a lifetime. As a matter of fact, one person, Carolina, that she had never met before, was at RYLA and will be going into her first year at UOIT is now on the executive of the Rotaract Club with Cherlene.

Cherlene noted that the week at RYLA showed her that we must have fun in what we do and she really believes in the Rotary Four Way Test.

She took part in the DISC profiling which allowed her to learn more about herself as well as other people. The week really helped her prepare for her year as a Leader and President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT.

She learned to push boundaries and learned to trust others.

One whole day she took part in the community service project which is a garden in the Quinte West Greenhouse, where she learned how to plant tomatoes and potatoes. The garden produces food for needy families in Belleville and for the Salvation Army too.

Another exercise taught the young leaders how to understand and how to improvise and how to incorporate everyone’s ideas . The 6th day was a Bar-b-que and presentations to Rotarians and the graduation ceremony.

Cherlene thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood fro the tremendous opportunity to by a recipient of RYLA. She honed her leadership skills, public speaking skills, team building and formed new friendships and contacts.

She cam away motivated and inspired. That was in May 2014.

She was so inspired that she really wanted to do a community service project right then and there, somewhere in the world. She went to the Rotary website, searched community service projects and contacted a Rotary Club in Cambodia. And off she went, on her own to teach English to children in the rural villages outside Phnom Penh under some tough conditions. A very satisfying experience.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

Meeting the minimum attendance requirement is the responsibility of every Rotarian.

There are many benefits of attending Rotary Club meetings:

  • Fosters fellowship among club members
  • Provides opportunities to meet new people and reconnect with long-time friends
  • Keeps you current on club, district, and Rotary International news and events

There are many ways that a Rotarian can still receive attendance credit if he or she cannot attend home club meeting.

  • Attend a meeting of another club.
  • Attend a meeting of a Rotaract or Interact club, Rotary Community Corps, or Rotary Fellowship.
  • Attend certain District or RI meetings.
  • Participate in club-sponsored events or service project.
  • Attend a club Board or Service Committee meeting.
  • Participate in a E-club meeting for at least 30 minutes. The recent Council Of Legislation (COL) suggested 2 e-clubs per District.
  • Meetings of Other Clubs

You can make up at Rotary clubs all around the world, which allows you to:

  • Meet a new group of Rotarians
  • Observe how another club operates
  • Share information about your club
  • Make international contacts for club projects

A member can also make-up meetings at one of the following district or RI meeting:

  • District conference
  • District assembly
  • District committee meeting (at request of the District Governor)
  • RI Committee meeting
  • RI Convention

A member can also make-up meetings at Club-sponsored Events

  • Participating in a club-sponsored event is a great way to support the service work of your club and make-up a meeting.
  • Club service project
  • Club-sponsored community event
  • Other meetings or events as authorized by the club board

Excused Absences

Absences will be excused if your request is approved by the club Board of Directors

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                         Past President Alan Nason                                   

O Canada:                   Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :   Past President Bob Koski  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

September 1 – Happy Birthday to Anne Ross

September 2 – Happy Birthday to our good friend Bruce Mackey

September 7 – Happy Birthday to Donna Pyott – on the high seas with Past President Andy Lyons

September 9 – Happy Anniversary to Past President Devon and Linda Biddle

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Haley McNamara – one of our guest speakers and Past President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT

Guest:  Christine Dabrowski – one of our guest speakers and a Past President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Lucky Past President Bob Koski     Card Drawn: Queen of Clubs 

 NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

  1. Past President Marion Mills – Happy to see our guest speakers – Former Rotaractors Haley McNamara and Christine Dabrowski
  2. Shawn Kellam – Happy to have had a great holiday with the entire family at their family cottage
  3. Past President Devon Biddle – Happy and also humble for the Article that ran in The Toronto Son about Biddle and Associates. On Page 26 of the August 29 New Homes and Condos Section    
  4. Kim Boatman  -Happy to be back at Rotary. Vacation was wonderful. And so was the ride in Past President Lennis Trotter’s 1957 Oldsmobile to the Kickoff of Autofest 2014
  5. Past President Lennis Trotter Happy to be going to Frankenmuth. Michigan this weekend and to the historic auto show (over 3,000 vehicles will be there).
  6. Past President Dave Andrews – a Happy $3 to be invited, today,  by Past District Governor Ted Morrison, the Chair of Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070,  to sit in on the Annual General Meeting  of the Shining Waters Division of Rotary Leadership Institute. (This Division takes into account the Rotary Leadership Institutes of the 4 Rotary Districts 6330, 7010, 7070, 7080 and 7090 comprising most of Ontario and the North west portion of New York State and the Eastern portion of the State of Michigan. Two extremely important comments were conveyed to the RLI District Chairs that were heard at some of the sessions held in the various Districts this year about the Rotary Leadership Institute courses were from current Rotary Club Presidents who said that “Taking the course was the best thing that they did BEFORE they became Club President”. And the RLI District Chairs of the 4 Rotary Districts also conveyed remarks from Past Presidents who had taken the RLI courses who said that "it was the BEST THING that have done in Rotary AFTER their Presidential year”.
  7. Past President Hilda Finnigan asked us all to say a prayer tonight for Past President Pat Dyck and Ken who is in Bowmanville hospital.
  8. Bob Stewart – Happy to have made 7 birdies on the Oshawa Golf Club’s 18 Championship holes this past WEEKEND. It’s time to call him “Birdie Bobby” once again.
  9. Past President Larry Hurren – Happy to be invited to lunch, along with Past President Devon Biddle, by Vice President Mike McLaren who asked them about Mike’s coming year as President and ideas for a successful Presidency. Already planning ahead.
  10. Past President Alan Nason had a Happy Twoonie for his decision to walk down to the Clinic this afternoon for an appointment and got drenched on the walk back home. It was a “wet” twoonie.
  11. Past President Bob Koski was Happy that he did not win the Ace of Spades Draw because the pot was too small.
  12. Past District Governor Ted Morrison – Happy to have gone to the Annual General meeting of the Shining Waters Division of the Rotary Leadership Institute and recognized that District 7070 had an extremely successful year  with the Rotary Leadership institute.. And Ted was congratulated for his “train the facilitator” session that he held during the Rotary year to make the session so meaningful for RLI participants.
  13. President Robbie Larocque – happy to have the tremendous article in the Toronto Sun New Homes and Condos section about DG Biddle & Associates and thanked Devon for the many years of putting together such a successful company.
  14.  Past President Al Finnigan Happy to be at Royal Ashburn Golf Course as a Marshall all summer. He said it was a tough job and long hours on the golf Course. But someone has to do it.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Al Finnigan asked everyone to go into Facebook and “Like” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: Laura Carey – State Farm Insurance. Laura will donate $2 for every like from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a king gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook and Like her page.
  2. Past President Bob Koski announced that he has the tickets for the November 7 Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (in the neighbourhood of $100), please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help is ticket sales is most appreciated. Laura Carey has already purchased tickets for her staff and has already donated an item to the Raffle.
  3. Past President Hilda Finnigan updated everyone on Ken Dyck’s health. He is in Bowmanville hospital. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken and Pat.
  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced that the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, for 2 more Rotary Years, is matching 2 to 1 , every dollar donated to PolioPlus. For example, if you donate $100, Bill Gates will add $200 more  so you are helping with a $300 donation to PolioPlus. You can donate online at www.rotary.org, or you can give the money to our Treasurer Devon Biddle and he will take care of the rest. And you will receive a tax receipt as well.
  5. President Robbie Larocque handed out pledge sheets for the September 21 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Please get your sheets back to treasurer Devon Biddle with your funds so that he can send in one big cheque from our club. And Devon will ensure that your receive a tax receipt as well. Be sure to let President Robbie know by next week, how many members will be going on the walk. It is open to you, your spouse, children, grandchildren and your friends and neighbours.
  6. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville, November 15, 2014 in Oshawa  at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:  http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past , present and future).
  7. President Robbie Larocque also The annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And if we wish someone to come to our club and talk about the District Conference, be  sure to get in touch with Conference chair Mark Chipman at chipburt@hotmail.com. Learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.
  8. President Robbie Larocque announced that everything is in order for Steve Rutledge’s Adopt A Village  spectacular trip to Laos and a choice of either Cambodia or Thailand.  The journey will begin January 28, 2015 for 14 days...and one you won't soon forget.  I have enclosed a brochure for your club members and wondered if you would mind forwarding this on to them. 
    The trip is currently open to 24 people with a deadline of October 24th for final payment and it is on a first come, first serve basis with a deposit of $500 upon booking per person.  For those of you who are interested, a registration form will be forwarded to you. 
    Steve and Mike's annual event at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope is on October 4th.  'Mesmerized' tickets are available on-line at www.CaptioTheatre.com and at the box office.  Note that there will be a number of people arriving early to dine at the Thai Restaurant before the show.  Anyone interested in joining the group, please email or call me directly so I may add you to our reservations list. 
    Thanks so much. Steve Rutledge   http://AdoptAVillageinLaos.wordpress.com
    905-885-0456
  9. President Robbie Larocque also announced that Ron Noseworthy will have Alison Wallace, the CEO of Shelterbox worldwide at the Marriott Hotel in Toronto on Sept 28. Please see President Robbie if you would like to attend.

ROTARY MOMENT   : None tonight

GUEST SPEAKERS  :

Former Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT Presidents Haley McNamara and Christine Dabrowski on their trip to the Rotary International Convention is Sydney, Australia.

Introducer: Past President Marion Mills

Thanked By: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

 

Speaker’s Remarks:

As usual, both Haley and Christine were at their finest, presenting a professional PowerPoint presentation on their trip to the Rotary International Convention is Sydney, Australia, in June 2014, and their trip to New Zealand too.

Before they started, they briefly told us about the year of The Rotaract Club of Durham College/UOIT with their Fundraising Dinner to assist students at UOIT , that many of our Club members attended at Tosca in the fall of 2013; their meet and greet , also in the fall of 2013 , that a few our of Club members attended which also work to bring in many new Rotaractors; and their Slice of Life event which brought AIDS awareness to the campus.

While at the Rotary International Convention, they stayed with an Australian family, attended the per –convention of the Rotaractors worldwide, walked in a POLIO walk during the convention, attended the convention session, saw the flag ceremony with all of the flags from all over the world, listened to the current and future Rotary International Presidents speeches, and were pleased that they were both so engaging to the youth. They met many people from all over the world in the House of Friendship and learned that” everything you want to know about Rotary” was well represented in the House of Friendship. They were able to tour Cairns, Brisbane, and Sydney as well as New Zealand, during their adventure.

Haley McNamara is now a Life Residence Counselor at Seneca College’s Finch Campus where she is putting together an outreach program for community assistance in the area, with the students. Christine Dabrowski is a teacher at R.S.McLaughlin Collegiate, here in Oshawa, knows Stephanie Fox-Comery, and will assisting with the Interact Club at MCVI, this year.

They were thanks by Past District Governor Ted Morrison who said their enthusiasm for Rotary is always infectious. And Ted had a chance to tell us that in 2018, when the Rotary International Convention comes to Toronto, our club will be very much involved in The House of Friendship.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 26th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace   

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms:Al Finnigan /  Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Devon Biddle                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck   

Toast To The Queen: Al Finnigan                                                                                             

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES 

Devon Biddle         August 28th

David Andrews      August 31st

Anne Ross          September 1st

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

Faye Simic     

Betty Jo Parent  R.C. of Mississauga West

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  

Faye Simic drew the 6 of Spades           .    

                

On The Door Next Week:                                            Bulletin Editor:

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

 

☺ Hilda shared the good news that the percentage of organ donors in Durham has increased significantly since the advent of the donor website, up to 30 % now.

☺ Lennis is happy to be planning his Auto Fest trip to Frankenmuth.

☺ David A. shared about Laura Carey’s charitable website of which our club is the “charity of choice”.  Laura will donate money up to $500 for each “like” on her page during the month of September.

☺ Al F. is happy/ says his foot is better, but elbow is sore now/ happy that Faye drew the 6 of Spades

☺ Al N. gave a sad toonie, thinking of Pat and Ken Dyck.

☺ Larry did the Ice Bucket Challenge, and so did his children.

☺ Ted shared that his & Sharron’s family has increased by 6…6 baby rabbits, that is!

☺ Devon shared that he and Linda were happy to have hosted the barbeque get-together, and that they had received a  thank you note in the mail.

☺ Robbie is happy!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

√ Devon: dues are now “past due”/ anyone who needs an invoice, please let Devon know

√ Robbie: 1) The Foundation Walk is Sunday, September 21st in Toronto at the Lakeshore.

                2) R.L.I. is on September 27th in Belleville, parts I, II and III.  Ted and David A. are presenting.

                3)  There is a special presentation on September 23rd at 6:30, “I Shall Not Hate” by the “Gaza Doctor”.  Robbie has info.

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

David A. introduced Betty Jo Parent, who is in charge of logistics for the Pan Am and Para Pan Am Games next year.  Betty Jo explained that she only manages “things without a heartbeat”…so no people or animals. 

She gave a very informative introduction to the games, including locations and events, staffing and volunteer needs, transportation arrangements, the inclusion of cultural events, housing for the athletes, pricing and a huge amount of enthusiasm!!

Thanked by: Terry DeYoung

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 19th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms:Al Finnigan /  Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen: Al Finnigan                                                                                             

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES  

Janice Leschinsky                  August 20th                                       Terri Lynn Larocque                    August 23rd

Velma & Keith Ratchford       August 20th                                          Rosemary & David Mankiewicz  August 23rd

Michael & Colleen McLaren   August 20th                                           Janice & Frank Leschinsky          August 25th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

Marilyn Lyon   Caroline Kipling    Linda Biddle    Ken Dyck    Patti Koski     Kay Hurren    Gene Burns (R.C. of Scarborough)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: 

Peter Dueck drew the 7 of Hearts     .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: Marion Mills

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

☺ Robert and Caroline really enjoyed the barbeque at the Biddle’s cottage.

☺ Peter was fined!!

☺ Hilda: Thank you to Devon & Linda

☺ Al F. enjoyed the barbeque too, especially the hot tub and the steak!

☺ Pat was happy that she got only a warning from police as she passed through a newly installed stop sign @ Conlin &Harmony.

☺ Mike is happy for being 33 years married and for a 3 week trip to the east coast.

☺ Gene Burns is happy to be the “#1 Table”: Lennis has perfect attendance and Larry bought Gene’s 50/50 ticket for him.

☺ Lennis is happy…

☺ Larry (who got his $ from Kay for this) brought 3 beers to the “hot tub guys” at the barbeque.

☺ Marion is happy for help received from golf club staff tonight and also thankful to Linda & Devon for a great get- together.

☺ Marsha put in 5 Happy Bucks=4 lakes visited and her car for getting her there.

☺ Kris had a great day at the barbeque and enjoyed driving up together with David Andrews.

☺ David A. enjoyed the barbeque too; he also brought beer to the “hot tub guys”.

☺ Carol put in 2 x toonies: welcome to Marilyn Lyon; thanks to Devon & Linda, and thanks to Marion for preparing the Australia pictures.

☺ Devon put in .75 cents for Andy’s cooking.

☺ Bob K. is sorry to have missed the barbeque, but he and Patti were at a cottage with their family and had a great time, including playing cards with their granddaughters.

☺ Andy enjoyed the barbeque and he put in $2 for a donation for food.

☺ Robbie is happy about the barbeque but sad that he stepped on a hornets’ nest the next day.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

√ Gene Burns was impressed with our rendition of O Canada (thanks to our leader, Peter)!  Also, Gene shared information    about a special presentation on September 23rd at 6:30, “I Shall Not Hate” by the “Gaza Doctor”.

√ Devon handed out copies of our club’s financial statement and budget.  Bring any questions to next week’s meeting.

√ Bob K, reminded us of our Live Act fundraiser on Friday, November 7th.  We have 200 tickets to sell @ $65 each.

√ Robbie: 1) The Foundation Walk is Sunday, September 21st in Toronto at the Lakeshore.

                2) R.L.I. is on September 27th in Belleville, parts I, II and III.  Ted and David A. are presenting.

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

Marion shared photos of a recent one-month trip to Fiji, New Zealand and Australia.  It truly was “the trip of a Lifetime”!

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

         MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 12th, 2014

 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Andy Lyons                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen: Marion Mills                                                                                            

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES  

Geoff & Katie Osborne      Aug. 12th

Sam Ruparelia                  Aug. 12th

Launi Elliott                     Aug.  15th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

none

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  

Peter Dueck drew the 6 of Clubs        .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: Marion Mills

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

☺ David Andrews is looking forward to our barbeque & get-together at Biddle’s cottage.

☺ Hilda Finniganspent two days in Welland with former classmates and had a great time.

☺ Kris sachdeva had a leaking tap in his basement…the good news is that insurance will cover the damage (but not the plumbing repair.)

☺ Larry Hurren is happy about celebrating his 40th anniversary with Kay on Aug. 3rd.  Then, this past Sunday was a family  celebration with about 50 people.

☺ Devon Biddle “set the scene” for our get-together and his and Linda’s cottage: zipline and axe-throwing, and anyone under 100 pounds can go in the treehouse.

☺ Alan Nason is very proud of his granddaughter who is at University in Indiana on a soccer scholarship.

☺ Al Finnigan really enjoyed the meal tonight (prime rib).

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

√ Hilda Finnigan shared two “thank you” letters to our club: Kinark Child and Family Services ($250) and Rose of Durham ($100). Also, the roster for volunteers to do the bulletin will be passed around next week.

√ Al Finnigan shared copies of Oshawa Express, with fantastic photo ops of our award to Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell and of visit from our MP Colin Carrie to our Rotary Club. Special thanks to Kim and Sandy for this great coverage getting our Rotary story out to the public.

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

Our speaker was unable to attend because of illness. 

Past President Andy Lyons shared his thoughts and told us all about his and Donna’s trip to Europe with the Ontario Regiment members and their families.  This trip was in honour and remembrance of the 100 year anniversary of the First World War.  The group visited many sites of historical significance, and proudly represented Canada by laying wreaths, participating in remembrance ceremonies, wearing our “red & white” Canadian colours and singing our national anthem.

It was a great trip, and very emotional for all participants, largely because so many young lives were lost.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. And you can go to the www.rotary.org website and find a club or clubs where you will be travelling in the world. Please mail or fax your make-up cards to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

         MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 5th, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Marsha Chambers                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen: Larry Hurren                                                                                            

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES  

Geoff & Katie Osborne      Aug. 12th

Sam Ruparelia                   Aug. 12th

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  none

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Larry Hurren drew the 2 of Clubs

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: Marion Mills

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

 

☺ Bob K. reviewed the “Happy Toonies” price adjustment (see above).

☺ Ted shared that he and Sharron have lawn bowling for 13/15 days.  This would be all right if they were winning  consistently, but not (yet).

☺ David A. is just back from Newfoundland where he and Judy spent time at Judy’s family home, Twillingate. They marveled at their close encounters with icebergs and whales.

☺ Robert and Caroline have just returned after two weeks in “The Land of the Living Skies”…Saskatchewan.

☺ Devon has extended an invitation for any BBQ guests to stay over in the new Biddle Treehouse!

☺ Andy is happy to share that he and Donna thoroughly enjoyed their trip to Europe with the Ontario Regiment members, in honour and remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the First World War.

☺ Shawn had a great weekend with friends, enjoying a “guys’ night out”.

☺ Walter shared about Sue’s golf experience at Wilmot Creek: she hit a house and two sheds!

☺ Mike thanked Bob K. for pointing out that the club’s V.P. oversees fundraisers, so LiveAct, here we come!

☺ Bob K. enforced some rules about pins and name badges by levying some fines.

☺ Rob shared a scary real-life story about a 170 pound bear that joined their campsite at Arrowhead.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

√ Bob K. announced that our annual fundraiser at LiveAct is on November 7th.  Tickets are $65; we must sell 180 tickets for the best financial payoff.  Presentation is:  Queen of Whitby.

√ Lennis reminded committee members of the Kids’ Safety Village meeting Aug.11th at 7:00 pm.

√ Rob: 1) our annual barbeque and get-together is at Linda & Devon’s cottage on Aug. 16th; cost is $15 per couple

            2) RLI (Rotary Leadership Institute) is September 28th at Loyalist College.

            3) “dues are due”

            4) From Rotary “Givings and Grants”, as of July 1st, 2015 there is a new model for the Foundation that allows for  5% of donations to be used for general operations.  This may be a plan that individual clubs, including ours, could follow.

 

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

There was no speaker, so President Robbie opened the floor for questions or comments.

1) Ted shared concerns for our club’s declining membership, especially the lack of younger people.

2) The Foundation Walk is September 21st in downtown Toronto.  This is our biggest Foundation fundraiser.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday, July 29, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Koski

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Kay and Larry Hurren celebrate 40 yrs of wedded bliss on August 3rd CONGRATS

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Peter Butler, Head Pro, Oshawa Golf Club

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Devon Biddle drew the 10 of hearts            .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: TBA

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

Al Finnigan - playing golf, golf, and more golf’ wonders why Hilda does not understand!!??!!; Hilda says he will

find it hard to understand when there is no chair for him at the table on Wednesday??; Mike McLaren looking forward

to chipping lesson with Peter Butler; Larry Hurren preparing to celebrate wedding anniversary and pleased with 4 week trial vacation in preparation for retirement!!; Bob Koski pleased we have set the date for Class Act (see announcements);

Ted Morrison gave “good news” re polio –  to date this year only 3 cases in Nigeria, down from 24 in 2013, Pakistan remains the greatest concern; Terry DeYoung proud to know Justin Williams and be included in the Stanley Cup parade in Cobourg/Justin also won the Con Smyth Trophy this past season (Justin and Terry’s son grew up together and Terry drove them to many hockey practices and games); Devon Biddle thanks to Ted for “taking the heat” re announcing Board decision re dues (see announcements below); Pres. Robbie – thanks to Terry for telling him who won the Stanley Cup!! – a hockey fan he is NOT!!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Hilda Finnigan passed a form and asked for volunteers to act as Bulletin Editor for the 2014/15 Rotary Year – see attached form for your opportunity; Hilda also initiated forms for attendance and food donation at our annual BBQ/Picnic which is on August 16th; Devon Biddle has supplied flyers and maps (available at the front desk); Bob Koski indicated three available dates for our Class Act Fundraiser this year – consensus of those present was Friday November 7th, ticket price $65.00, our portion of this is $25.00 (has been $30.00), minimum ticket sales 180 will give us $4500.00, as in the past this will be supplemented by raffle and 50/50 – a note of interest – the parking lot has been paved!!!; PP Al Finnigan (just had to ring the bell) before presenting PDG Ted Morrison with his  Paul Harris #6 – we commend Ted for his strong support of the RI Foundation;

 

Ted Morrison announced the Board decision re dues and the need to increase the $$ available to meet club service expenses; Dues will remain the same at $260.00, in addition there will be a $2.00 advance meal charge per member; this will reduce the meal charge at the door to $20.00, however, if a member misses a meeting the $2.00 will be left in club funds to assist in paying the minimum meal charge which we are committed to each week; dues are are payable semi annually (July and January), and there will be no late payment charge.  The Board asks that members pay by check or cash to reduce Visa charges for the club. If you have questions regarding this announcement please contact Devon Biddle for clarification.

 

Pres Robbie announced the Foundation Walk is Sunday September 21st – more info to follow; World Polio Day is October 24th; a “thank you” was received for our donation to Windreach Farms

 

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Terry DeYoung introduced our speaker for this evening.  Peter Butler has been Head Pro at the Oshawa Golf Club for the past 13 years.  He grew up in the golf world and continues to enjoy it.  Peter talked about his time with the Oshawa Club, thanking Dave Andrews for the opportunity to speak to our club.  After a short discussion re the “short game” and “chipping” techniques he and our golfers proceeded outside for practice and tips.

 Pres Robbie thanked Peter and adjourned the meeting.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

       MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 22, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Eamonn Doyle                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck   

Toast To The Queen :  Mike McLaren 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Esther Trotter July 25th; Eman Attalla July 25th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  A warm Parkwood welcome to Gord Whitney, guest of Mike McLaren; and to our guest speaker MP Colin Carrie and his Ex. Assistant Shane Kelly

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Devon Biddle drew the eight of spades                 .    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison                                  Bulletin Editor: Hilda Finnigan

 

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS   Marion noted Pres. Robbie’s celebrity bar tending at the Waltzing Weasel; Kim Boatman thanked the club for the award received (outstanding service to Rotary); Mike McLaren welcomed our guests – Gord Whitney and MP Colin Carrie; Ted Morrison enthusiastic re seeing “Crazy for You” in Stratford, highly recommended;  Hilda Finnigan supported Ted’s enthusiasm; Al Finnigan commented that “he had allowed” Hilda to attend this play-Ha,Ha,Ha; Shane Kelly enjoys the comradary of the Parkwood Club; Pres. Robbie pleased that his pool enclosure will be finished on Friday; Devon Biddle noted that the sum total of dues, donation to Foundation and Polio would be approx. $500.00 per member and he would be pleased to receive this in one check if members wish to do so

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  PP Allan Finnigan reminded members that next meeting July 29th is “golf” lesson time, bring your    

                                    Wedge

                                  Pres. Robbie – Rotary Foundation Walk is Sunday Sept. 14th at the Lakeshore Campus of George                                     Brown College – more info to follow; Sept. 23rd there is a dinner in support of “I Choose Not to Hate”

                                  (further clarification of this in the next bulletin); Rotary International has requested that clubs

                                  consider a $1000.00 donation in support of restoring Paul Harris’ home; contact info is available

                                  for the David Duncan House Dinner to be held on Sept. 17th, 2014.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   none this meeting

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  MP Colin Carrie was introduced by Devon Biddle noting that he has been our representative for ten years and has also served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of the Environment.  Devon also noted that Shane Kelly has been with MP Colin for much of that time.

     MP Carrie opened by recognizing the work of Rotary both locally and internationally and thanked David Andrews for inviting him to speak to us once again.

     He spoke of a federal mandate to strengthen and grow Canada’s’ economy noting

              -  we are in the best financial position in the G7,

-  we must return to balanced budgets and keep interest rates low

             - European Union access is very important to Canadas’ position in the financial world

    He spoke, also, of several bills currently being read.  These include – Bill C40 for protection and preservation of the environment – to create Rouge National Urban Park (will be larger than Central Park in New York City); legislation to protect Canadian families from unsafe medical products (addressing public safety and addiction prevention); Bill C1 –controls for social media, on line crime such as cyberbullying; C36 – controls on prostitution and exploitation; Victims Bill of Rights and several others.  There is much discussion in the House regarding these and other issues and resolution will take some time.

MP Carrie also told us that he had been in attendance at a meeting with Oshawas’ Ukrainian community regarding the current state of unrest in Ukraine. James Bezin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Defense and MP Erin O”Toole were also in attendance at the meeting. The purpose was to reassure Ukrainian Canadians that the Federal Government is monitoring the situation in Ukraine.

 

      Kim Boatman thanked MP Colin for sharing this important information with us.  There were several questions from the members present.

 

Meeting Adjourned

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

         MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday. July 15/2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Myles Fisher                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Terry DeYoung                                                                              

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :  Donna and Bruce MacKay – July 15th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Welcome to Victor Jackson member of Oshawa Rotary Club and to Leslie Caissie, a guest of Kris Sachdeva

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Victor Jackson        Card Drawn:  2 of spades       .    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison                      Bulletin Editor:  Hilda Finnigan 

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS :  Robert Kipling – “SAD” re Brazil losing; Leslie – happy to be here; Terry – busy moving Cheryl’s Mom; Mike – happy to be VP and looking forward to a good year; Devon – sad to be the bearer of bad news – see notes below re fees; Myles – to support club needs for cash; Allan F. – misses striking the bell!!, but likes to watch Devon “grovel”; Hilda – thankful she is no longer living with a “President”!!; Alan N. – glad Al’s “foot is healed” ??is he sure of that?!?!; Pat Dyck – thanked PP Al for a good year;

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:     Robert Kipling – a reminder to Safety Village Committee members, meeting Monday July 21/7PM

       Mike McLaren – reminder that MP Colin Carrie is our speaker on July 22nd – guests are welcome Please let Pres. Robbie know so that meals can be confirmed 

      PP Al Finnigan presented awards for commitment as a new Rotarian to Sandy McDowell and Kim Boatman

      Devon Biddle announced the Summer BBQ will be hosted by Linda and himself on Saturday August 16th – cost wil be $15.00/couple, children free; directions and pot luck food list to follow; Alan Nason – read that Lakeridge Health was voted “best in Canada” for emergency treatment of “stroke” patients (TPA), that is most significant recovery for these patients; Ted Morrison reminded us of the significant impact of Polio Irradication around the world, with new cases in only three countries, noting that Pakistan has the greatest number (69) and that cases in Nigeria and Afghanistan have come from Pakistan, also noting that the last few are always the most expensive;  Kris Sacheva added that India has been certified “Polio Free” making this true of all of South East Asia; Bill Gates continues to support of this program; President Robbie noted several notes thanking us for our support – Epilepsy Durham, Lakeridge Health, Bill Patchett for foundation support (a reminder to members that these donations must be in US dollars to avoid a shortfall); Interota Conference in Toronto July 26-31, RI President Gary Huang will be there on July 27th.

 

     NOTES RE FEES (club funds) – there is a shortfall of approx $800.00/year in club funds; these $$ should not be taken from our community fund raising efforts. RI fee per member is $130.00

         ??what creates this shortfall –  cost of meals for speakers

                                                          cost of meals when attendance is below set minimum

   Suggestions to cover this shortfall – Raise yearly dues from $260.00 to $275.00 NOTE we are already the most     expensive club in our area and concern has been expressed by current members

                                                          Pay only for the primary speaker (support personnel pay their own)

                                                          Increase meal cost

                                                          Encourage “Happy Toonies”

                                                          Charge an additional fee for those who miss multiple meetings (meals)

             The Board is charged with making the final decision.

 

 GUEST SPEAKER  :  due to a cancellation there was no speaker for this evening

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                               MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday 8 July, 2014

                                                President’s Night

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Colleen McLaren                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :  Terri Lynn Larocque                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

July 6 – Eamonn and Cora Doyle

July 8 – Robert and Caroline Kipling (celebrating with us tonight)

July 8 – Kay Hurren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Vice President Mike McLaren, chairman for this evenings’ event welcomed spouses and family members (especially Elliott and Veronica, children of incoming President Robbie) as they were introduced.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:     there was no draw this evening            .    

                

On The Door Next Week:                                     Bulletin Editor: Hilda Finnigan

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS Save these for next week !!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS     Director’s meeting next week – July 15th at 5PM; Reception in the next room for Past District Governor Valarie and incoming District Governor Brian; drop in following this meeting if you wish; Interota is July 26, in Toronto (see Calendar of Events for details), Rotary International President Gary Huang will be attending this event; incoming President Robbie presented a check for $1000.00 received for our participation in the Purple Woods Pancake Breakfast this past March

 

AWARDS AND REMARKS:

  • Past President Jodi Hewitt received a Paul Harris Pin in recognition of her commitment to The Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood as President during the 2012/13 year (this was Jodi’s second  Paul Harris, the first was given in recognition of her work in the community, prior to her joining our club)
  • Pat Dyck and Lennis Trotter each received Perfect Attendance Pins (Pat for 20 yrs/Lennis for 38 yrs)
  • Lennis Trotter received a pin in recognition of his sponsoring of new members – this is a new award from RI
  • Rotarian of the Year awards were announced for Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell in recognition of their significant contribution to our club since joining in the 2013/14 year. These will be presented at a future meeting as Kim and Sandy were not able to attend this evenings meeting.
  • Allan Finnigan was presented with his Past Presidents’ pin and thanked for his diligence as President during the 2013/14 Rotary Year.  PP Allan reviewed the clubs’ accomplishments over the past year, thanking the Board and the Committee members for their positive attitude and good decision making.  He highlighted our continued work in supporting Interactor and Rotoractor Clubs and the hosting of our first Foundation Dinner where we awarded two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards to members of our community (non Rotarians). Other highlights of the 2013/14 Rotary Year included an increase in public awareness due to more aggressive advertising and promotion, the beginning of a campaign for renewal of the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region (a joint project with the Optimist Club of Ajax), and our social activities in which a good time was had by all.  Also noted, were our six successful fundraisers which help us to have funds to support needs in our community and internationally.  Past President Allan concluded by saying that this past year had given him an opportunity to “learn the ins and outs of Rotary” as well as enjoy the success of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood in the Rotary world.
  • Incoming President Robbie Larocque was presented with his President’s pin.  He made the following remarks as he embarks on his journey as Club President.  Reflection on what he would need to know and the educational opportunities provided in preparation for this, his recent trip to the International Conference in Austrailia (along with his family), where they discovered just how small the Rotary World can be, when they met a Past District Governor from Washington whose grandfathers’ home was none other than Parkwood Estate. Robbie is prepared to “Light up Rotary” with the participation of Oshawa Parkwood members in enhancing our existing programs and investigate new opportunities so that Rotary may continue its’ positive work worldwide.  And in  the spirit of FUN, Robbie asked Elliott and Veronica to hand out a quiz which he and his family had developed pertaining to their recent visit to Australia. We did not do well in this quiz as far as getting correct answers, but WE DID HAVE FUN, as Parkwood members are known to do and prizes were awarded accordingly!?!?!

 

The evening ended with kudos to Past President Allan and President. Robbie, as well as Vice President Mike for his organization of this evenings event – we look forward to another great Rotary Year

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                     MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 24, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons  /Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                           Past President Hilda Finnigan                                     

O Canada:                    Peter Dueck

 Toast To The Queen :  Incoming Vice President Mike McLaren                                                                          

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Belated Happy Birthday to Caroline Kipling on June 21

2nd Happy Birthday to Linda Biddle on June 28

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Welcome to our Visiting Rotarian, Geoff Lloyd, Incoming Vice President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa and our Guest Speaker for the Evening

SARGEANT AT ARMS REPORT:   From Past President Alan Nason

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: President Allan Finnigan          Card Drawn: the 3 of Spades                .    

                 

NEXT WEEK:

July 1, 2014 - There is no Rotary Meeting  – Happy Canada Day

July 8, 2014:  On The Door : To Be Announced and To Be Announced

July 8, 2014:  Bulletin Editor: To Be Announced

Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or write the Club Bulletin, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Past President and our current Secretary Devon Biddle is very Happy that Linda is having a Birthday on June 28. It is a big one, he says.
  2. Mike McLaren very happy to be here and very happy that he has lost 22 pounds since the Reverse Draw
  3. Marsha Chambers is moving again, but not back to Oshawa. She will be moving in Toronto into her Aunt’s home. You will always be welcome here at our Rotary Club.
  4. Robert Kipling  was asked by a number of members what he did to his finger and why it was in a sling. No accidents. It was plastic surgery that he had on Monday. He cannot wash dishes for at least 2 weeks when the stitches come out.
  5. Past District Governor Ted Morrison went to the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto to get ready for his trip to China in October. He and Sharron saw the Forbidden City display. Simply magnificent. Be sure to go to the ROM and have a look.
  6. President Allan Finnigan was very happy this week, Past President Hilda Finnigan brought back the van , from her many speaking engagements , very clean. Washed up just perfectly. But the gas tank was empty.
  7. Past President Alan Nason, our Sergeant At Arms, tonight, was very happy just to be with everybody tonight.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan wanted everyone to know that there will be no Rotary meeting on July 1 and the Presidents Night is on July 8, right here at the Oshawa Golf Club. Same time: 6 pm for cocktails and 6:30 pm for dinner. Spouses are invited. The cost of the evening is $36.00 per person. We will congratulate President Allan Finnigan on a terrific year as President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood and welcome incoming President Robbie Larocque as our new Rotary Club President for the 2014-2015 Rotary year as we follow Rotary International Gary Huang’s theme to Light Up Rotary.
  2. Past President Hilda Finnigan  announced that following the Rotary Club meeting , right next door on the same floor, at the Oshawa Golf Club, District Governor Valarie Wafer will be hosting her thank you party and we are welcome to attend.
  3. President Al Finnigan brought our Rotary Club up to date with the results of a meeting held with representativs of the Oshawa Rotary Club regarding our Rotary Club’s participation in the Oshawa Rotary Ribfest. President Al went over , with our Club, the terms and conditions that were delivered by the Oshawa Rotary Club representatives. President Al asked our club for suggestions and any ideas that might allow our Rotary Club to continue participating in this event.

ROTARY MOMENT:    None Tonight.  

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Geoff Lloyd – Incoming Vice President and Rotarian of the Year of the Rotary Club of Oshawa and an Ambassador for ShelterBox Canada

Introducer:  Past President Marion Mills

Thanked By: Past District Governor Ted Morrison who noted that “We are pleased that Shelterbox is a Strategic Partner of Rotary International and that we  believe in ShelterBox” here at The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood

 

Geoff’s Remarks:

Shelter Box logo 

 

Geoff started off the meeting with a look at the origins and the scope of ShelterBox and thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for their many donations to ShelterBox over the years.

And every District 7070 Newsletter now has an up to the minute update and news from ShelterBox Canada, every month.

Be sure to go to this youtube website and watch more of the videos first-hand:

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/ShelterBoxUK/videos

 

ShelterBox is an international disaster relief charity specializing in delivering immediate emergency shelter and tools to rebuild lives. Their vision is a world in which the basic emergency needs for survivors are rapidly met. And their goal is to help 50,000 families affected by disaster every year and establish a “surge capacity” to shelter up to 100,000 families in times of major crisis.

Rotary International signed an agreement with ShelterBox in March 2012 which increases their joint capacity to help families around the world displaced by disaster. The agreement formalizes the twelve-year bond between the two organizations and cements the place of Rotarians around the world at the heart of ShelterBox activities. It is the first time that any organization has become an officially recognized ‘Project Partner’ of Rotary International.

Founded in 2000, in Helston UK (the far southwest coast of England) , by Rotarian Tom Henderson, ShelterBox has worked in 90 countries, responded to 240 disasters with more than 135,000 ShelterBoxes and provided aid to over 1 million people. The people and volunteers at ShelterBox believe that everyone affected by disaster should have access to the shelter and basic equipment they need to survive, be safe, and live in dignity. Our support help the people at ShelterBox prepare for the next disaster and ensure a rapid response.

 Currently, ShelterBox has branches in the United States, France, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, The Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Luxemburg, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, South Africa, Indonesia and the Philippines, along with a branch associated with the Scouts.

ShelterBox fills the gap in disaster relief aid – while food and medicine are delivered by other agencies, they provide the shelter survivors need in the immediate wake of a disaster as they begin to rebuild their lives.

The highly trained ShelterBox Response Teams, (over 200 volunteers), deliver ShelterBoxes when and where they are needed. They collaborate effectively with other aid agencies, volunteers and local governments. Within 12 minutes of the earthquake hitting Haiti, there was a ShelterBox Response Team assessing the damage and getting to the immediate need of its citizens.

ShelterBox is often the first responder on the ground distributing desperately needed shelter and equipment following a disaster. The green box with the Rotary Wheel is a sign of hope in a devastated landscape.

Bruce Heller, a ShelterBox Response Team member and a Rotarian said that “Having recently returned from Iraq where  ShelterBox is distributing humanitarian supplies to Syrian refugees, I can tell you first-hand, by working together, Rotary and ShelterBox are making a huge impact on their lives. But more families cross the border each day and need our help.”

Last year, over 32 million people were impacted by disasters around the world. ShelterBox is constantly responding to new disasters whether they make headlines or not. Our support makes this possible.

Geoff was first involved when he was an Anglican priest very close to the headquarters of ShelterBox near Helston, Cornwall and when he came to Canada, it was a natural progression to help with ShelterBox Canada. Geoff is reaching out to many churches and organizations in Durham Region and eastward and is having some success. Our Rotary Club is one of many clubs in District 7070 that donate to ShelterBox Canada.

We can even track the box that we donate and see where it goes in the world and there will be a note inside saying it is from the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.

In Haiti, the road to recovery is very slow and many people still live in the ShelerBoxes. Geoff showed us many of the pieces of equipment in a typical ShelterBox including a solar light bulb and a water purification system that can purify up to 40 litres of water. There are now 18 warehouses, strategically located throughout the world so they can be ready when and where the next disaster strikes. All ShelterBoxes are assembled in Helston, UK.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 17, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                     

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons  /Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                            Eamonn Doyle                                  

O Canada:                     Peter Dueck                

Toast To The Queen :  Carol Reading                                                                                      

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

June 7 – Happy Birthday to Robert Kipling

June 11 – Happy Birthday to Bob Elliott

June 12 – Happy Anniversary to Past President Andy Lyons and Donna Pyott

June 15 – Happy Anniversary to Past District Governor Ted and Sharron Morrison

June 19 – Happy Birthday to Past President Alan Nason

June 20 – Happy Birthday to Incoming Presdient Robbie Larocque

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Visiting Rotarian: Steve Rutledge                         Club Name:  Whitby Sunrise

 

SGT AT ARMS REPORT: FROM PAST PRESIDENT ANDY LYONS

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: 

Winner: Past Presdient Lennis Trotter          Card Drawn: 4 of Clubs  

On The Door Next Week:  Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Past President Marion Mills had an excellent time in Australia , Fiji and New Zealand and at the Rotary International Convention in Sydney and is glad to be home and adjusting back to Eastern Daylight Time in Canada
  2. Carol Reading also had an wonderful vacation in Australia , Fiji and New Zealand and at the Rotary International Convention in Sydney and is glad to be home.
  3. Past President Walt Stewart thanked Past President Hilda Finnigan for setting up a superb Rotary Fellowship evening a few weeks ago and the Il Divo Concert at the General Motors Centre.
  4.  Past President Devon Biddle just very Happy tonight.
  5. Sam Ruparelia – A happy and sad $10 – he is retiring after 39 years of practice in Oshawa and 48 years in medicine worldwide. Sad to say good bye to his patients and happy to have some time to himself
  6. Eamonn Doyle – Happy memories of John Walker, Past president of the Oshawa Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce, who passed away this week. It was Eamonn and His Honour Don Halakowski who hired John for the Officers Mess. We will all miss John.
  7. Past President Lennis Trotter glad to have great turnouts at The Kids Saftey Village Meeting with the Ajax Optimist Club and also for the excellent Paul Harris Award Gala last week.
  8. Past President Hilda Finnigan glad that the trailer in Peterborough is sold but even happier that the awning made its way down to Oshawa and to the back deck at their house.
  9. Past President Larry Hurren has 2 Happy Bucks. One for his grandson’s first birthday , on the same day as past President Alan Nason. Larry hopes his grandson turns out as good as Alan. And the second for his golf practice and pointers with our incoming President Elect Mike McLaren at Grandview Driving range this week.
  10. Past President Alan Nason very Happy for another birthday but sad that the numbers just keep adding up and getting higher and higher. With that Our Sergeant At Arms  and Past Prseident said that is is much better to be seen than it is to be viewed.
  11. Robert Kipling sad that Brazil tied in World Cup Soccer today, but they are not our of it yet.
  12. Whitby Sunrise Rotarian Steve Rutledge happy to be with us tonight and to be able to share an update with our club on the Laos Adopt A Village project.
  13. Past President Dave Andrews very happy with the two golf tournaments that Rotary members played in during the month of June. Very happy to have tied with Past President Terry DeYoung  in the Officers Mess Golf Tournament with playing partners Donna Pyott and Jodi Hewett’s Mom. They tied with the team of President Allan Finnigan and Mike McLaren. A great day and lots of fun as usual. And also for the great day at the Hearth Place Golf Tournament with teammates Past Presidents Terry DeYoung and Andy Lyons and President Al Finnigan. And there are photos of the foursome on our Rotary Club website www.rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org in the photos tab. And for such a good cause – Hearthplace. Thanks to Bob Alexander, Charlie Morrison and the rest of the team at Hearthplace . Maybe next year, we can have two foursomes.
  14. Past President Andy Lyons very happy to see so many Rotarians out tonight and hoped that we keep coming out, especially during the summer months to hear the great lineup of speakers.
  15. President Allan Finnigan thanked Past District Governor Ted Morrison for organizing the First Annual Paul Harris Awards Gala evening.

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Past President Hilda (Finnigan) or as President Al announced Past President Hilda Gatchell : Flowers were sent in memory of John Walker, Past President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa.
  2. Past President Hilda also announced that on July 8, we are having the Presidents’ Night at the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood as we say thank you to President Allan Finnigan and welcome President Robbie Larocque. The cost will be $36.00 per person. It will be a night to remember.  A sign up sheet will be going around. HOWEVER, iIf you can send Hilda  a  note to confirm YES or Now and HOW MANY  (you, your spouse or both)  will be coming would be most appreciated.

ROTARY MOMENT   : None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:   Steve Rutledge

Introducer:               Our Service Director Robert Kipling

Thanked By:            Past President Larry Hurren

Speaker’s Remarks:

Some Factsabout Laos:

Location: northeast of Thailand, west of Vietnam
Independence: 1949 from France
Rainy Season: May-Nov
Terrain: mostly rugged mountains, some plains and plateaus
Natural Hazards: Floods, Droughts
Population: 6.99Million
POP Vientiane (Capital City): 600,000 (est)
Infant Mortality Rate: 76/1000
Age Structure:
0-14 yrs - 41.2%
15-64 yrs- 55.7%
65 & over-3.1%
Average Age: 19.08 (2005 est)
Currency: Lao KIP; 8200 KIP = $1 USD (varies daily)
Per Capita Income: $572 in 2006 (est)
Life Expectancy: 56.9

Bounded by Myanmar and China, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, Laos is a small landlocked country in Southeast Asia. With a population of about 7 million, the rural villages rely predominantly on subsistence farming, what they can find in the jungle, and sometimes fish. Their income is subsidized by the sales of pigs and chickens. As Steve pointed out, Laos is one of the most impoverished countries in the world and the rural villages are even worse.

During the 1960’s Laos lost one-third of its population during the “Secret” war and became the most heavily bombed country per capita in the world. Over a 9 year period (1964 – 1973), a bomb was dropped every 8 minutes, 24 hours a day. It is estimated that 30% of the 260 million bombs dropped (that’s 78 million) never exploded and remain scattered throughout the countryside.

Still recovering and with the help of Rotary Clubs just like us, as we did this year,  we are making a real difference in the lives of these rural villagers. With access to clean water, we can significantly reduce illness caused by water borne bacteria at a low cost.

Steve said that they were able to accomplish all that we set out to do, with the exception of constructing an office addition to a secondary school.

During the year, they were able to teach hygiene for students and families for a total of 525 distributed filters systems throughout many villages and schools, netting clean water for well over 3000 more villagers! We also completed two water projects, one of which included 2 dams from 2 different rivers, over 9 km of pipe and 50 taps throughout the village.

Thanks to YOU, The Rotary Club of Oshawa - Parkwood, we were able to complete Ban Na Lea Water Project too. This project got off to a late start due to factors beyond our control but I am pleased to report that there are a lot of very happy people in the village. For the first time, we have running water to areas of the village that sincerely thought it would never arrive, and with the construction of toilets and a new school that we also finished early in the season, they now have running water there too!

Also during the season, a school addition was constructed in Hat Kham along with a playground made with bamboo and inner tubes, featuring climbing bars, teeter-totters and swings – all this was done in just 6 weeks, with thanks for the help from many volunteers.

The above projects may seem like a lot but our work didn’t stop there. We also constructed 6 toilet banks for schools for a village. Plus, 21 additional village homes now have solar powered light, 19 children are enjoying primary and secondary school, along with a university student in his second year and a teacher for the first year of his apprenticeship. Many, many other things happened throughout the season on a smaller scale including a fence project, sport team sponsorships, urgent medical treatment for a child and distribution of lots of school supplies and hygiene products. What a year!

Steve will be going back in November 2014  and is busy fundraising now.

He has given a proposal to our Director of Service, Robert Kipling to review with his International Service Committee.

Adopt A Village in Laos is raising funds for two large water projects from Rotary Clubs and Districts. Meung Xuen Village is in desparate need of water for their village. The cost estimate for the project is $34,000. They have applied for matching District Grants and are asking many District 7070 Rotary Clubs to help with this undertaking. They need about $7,500 from Rotary Clubs since his own Club, Whitby Sunrise has committed $8,000.

The second water project will be located in the highlands above Nong Khiaw, about one and a half day journey from their home base. The cost of this project is $18,000. This village Katang Xieng is among the poorest of villages Steve has seen in Laos. When the funds are raised, they will focus on this project.  Last year, our Rotary Club gave $1,000 towards a water project in Ban Na Lea. The villagers a very happy. The slides that Steve showed us, were proof of their happiness in having clean water for the first time in their lives.

There are many other options to support teachers and students alike. And they are always in need of more water filters and toilets.

Here are some more examples of how our Rotary Club can help with our financial contribution. If any Rotarian wants to come to visit us in Laos, just email us and you can see where your money is being spent.

- $75 buys a water filter system for a family of up to 8 ($65 before May 1, 2013. They have already distributed 1404 filter systems , that serve between 9,000 and 11,000 villagers.

It will also include your name on the water filter and a picture forwarded to you with the family and the filter unit

– $18,000 US buys a 3 room school for grades 1-5 (rural areas). $10,000 buys a room in a secondary school (includes a portion of the toilets too). Perhaps you would like to sponsor or assist us to sponsor a school.

– $70 US (approx) buys a school table and bench (for up to 4 students).

– $60 US buys education for one child for one year including school fees, 2 uniforms, shoes, backpack and school supplies. Note that this cost is approximate. He provided Robert with other opportunities to fund schooling for these young villagers. For example, 14 students need a sponsor for primary school.

- hygienic washroom facilities range depending on the number of stalls and start at about $3,200, but are critical to prevent more disease. This year, they will be working on two – banks of 20 toilets for schools and a village.

Steve noted that they  are indeed humbled by the generosity of so many donors and sponsors, allowing us to make a real difference in helping these rural villagers to lead longer, healthier, happier lives. With your support, we have helped over 2700 people last year with schools, clean, filtered water, hygienic toilets and student support.

Be sure to visit their website for all of the info at http://adoptavillageinlaos.wordpress.com/

If you would like to become involved and to help the people of rural Laos help themselves lead a more fulfilling life, please email us at AdoptaVillageinLaos@gmail.com.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 12, 2014

FIRST ANNUAL PAUL HARRIS AWARDS GALA

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Shawn Kellam                                  

O Canada: Past President Marion Mills

Toast To The Queen : Past President Larry Hurren                                                                                          

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None this week.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guests:  We welcomed all of our guests this evening including: Mike Ewles, recently retired Chief of Police for Durham Region, Lori Whyte and Marsha Doggett of the Waltzing Weasel Pub, Carol Routly, Caroline Kipling, Linda Biddle, Kay Hurren, Esther Trotter, Margaret Nason , Sharron Morrison, Ken Dyck, and Heather Gomez ( a guest of the Rotary Club).

Visiting Rotarians: We were honoured to have at our Rotary Club: from the Trenton Rotary Club  - Wilf Wilkinson – Past President of Rotary International and immediate Past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation; from The Whitby Rotary Club – Valarie Wafer – District Governor of Rotary International District 7070; from the Bowmanville Rotary Club – Wayne Routly – Rotary International District 7070 Assistant District Governor; and from the Oshawa Rotary Club – Emmy Iheme – Incoming President  who is also the Executive Officer and Sergeant reporting to the Chief of Police for Durham Region.

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS : No report tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

No Draw or Happy Bucks this week.  

               

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS  None this week.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Past President Lennis Trotter announced that there will be a meeting of the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Committee at 7 pm at the Kids Safety Village on Monday, June 16, 2014..

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

 

 

SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS OF PAUL HARRIS AWARDS:

Ted Morrison, the Past District Governor and Director of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood’s Rotary Foundation Committee welcomed everyone to the First Annual Paul Harris Awards Gala Dinner . He gave us a brief history of Rotary and The Rotary Foundation. Ted noted that Paul Harris, a young lawyer and three other gentlemen started Rotary on February 23, 1905 in Chicago. Rotary grew in the early years all over the USA, into Canada and Great Britain in 1911, spreading the true meaning of service and the development of goodwill and peace as the basis of Rotary. In 1917, Rotary International President Arch Klumpf started an endowment fund to do good in the world – his dream became The Rotary Foundation. From 1917 through 1947, the fund grew slowly. In 1947, Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris passed away and as a tribute to Paul Harris, the money grew rapidly into the Rotary Foundation, in memory of Paul Harris. And today, when Rotarians and non-Rotarians donate $1,000 US Funds to The Rotary Foundation, they receive an award called The Paul Harris Fellow.

The Rotary Foundation transforms our donations into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. As the charitable arm of Rotary, we tap into a global network of Rotarians who invest their time, money, and expertise into our priorities, such as eradicating polio and promoting peace. Foundation grants empower Rotarians to approach challenges such as poverty, illiteracy, and malnutrition with sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact.

From time to time, Rotary Clubs recognize Rotarians, non-Rotarians, and organizations in their community for their excellence in service to their community and the promotion of peace and goodwill, and honour them with a Paul Harris Fellow Award and a make a donation of $1,000 US Funds on their behalf, to The Rotary Foundation. This is the highest award a Rotary Club can bestow on Rotarians, non-Rotarians, and organizations.

Rotary International District 7070 Governor Valarie Wafer, brought greetings from all of the 55 Rotary Clubs in southern Ontario and congratulated The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood in holding its First Annual Paul Harris Awards Gala Dinner and honouring Police Chief Mike Ewles and The Waltzing Weasel Pub as recipients of Paul Harris Awards for their excellent service to the community.

Rotary International District 7070 Governor Valarie Wafer presented the first two awards of the evening to two members of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for their ongoing contributions to the Rotary Foundation. Past President Lennis Trotter received his Paul Harris Award Pin + 1 for his addition contributions to The Rotary Foundation and Past President Dave Andrews received his Paul Harris Award Pin + 4 for his additional contributions to The Rotary Foundation.

Ted Morrison, the Past District Governor welcomed and introduced the first non-Rotarian Paul Harris Fellow Awardee of the evening. Mike Ewles has proudly served 32 years with the Durham Regional Police Force: as a uniform patrol, in the Tactical Support unit, as Duty Officer providing “leadership After Dark”, as leader of the Whitby Community Police Office, and a s inspector of Employee Service (overseeing human resources and recruitment). In 2006, he became Deputy Chief, responsible for Operation Support, which includes all specialty units: Tactical, K9, Communications, major Crime, and Crime Administration. In 2007, he became Chief of Police. He has served as chair of the Governing Body Executive of the Criminal Intelligence Services of Ontario and as a Director at the Abilities Centre and the Ontario Shores Foundation Board. He has also supported Eastview Boys and Girls Club of Oshawa for many years. Mike championed and expanded the “Youth In Policing” program. During his term as chief, Mike has charted a path to embrace multiculturalism within our community and the Durham Regional Police Service. And for the last 2 days, Mike is now officially retired. Mike has been a strong supporter of peace and goodwill here in Durham Region and is a strong supporter of youth and seniors alike.

Wilf Wilkinson, Past President of Rotary International and Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation presented Mike Ewles with his Paul Harris Award. Mike thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for this high honour and hopes to continue to promote peace a goodwill as he moves from active duty to retirement and hopes to continue his strong ties to Rotary.

Jodi Hewett, the Past President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood welcomed and introduced the second non-Rotarian Paul Harris Awardee of the evening, The Waltzing Weasel Pub. The goal of The Weasel, as it is affectionately known, is to provide customers with the best genuine pub experience possible, this side of the Atlantic. There are many people in Durham Region who have no doubt that The Waltzing Weasel has succeeded with their goal. Many people, including many members of the Rotary Club frequent the Weasel for the camaraderie and friendly atmosphere of staff and regular patrons. However, they are so much more than just that.   The waltzing Weasel has many loyal customers, due to its strong belief in support of the community. Many charities in Durham Region have benefited from the fundraisers organized by manager Lori Whyte and her amazing staff. Owner Hitham (Tom) Al-Malouf is no stranger to participation in these events and often, he can be seen busily supporting his staff with food and drink orders. The weasel’s kind and generous support has gone to many organizations: annual charity breakfasts to support Durham Children’s Aid Society and Luke’s Place, patio parties and bar-b-ques in support of The Cancer Society, Simcoe hall Settlement House Food Bank, the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oshawa-Whitby’s Wingfest (which The weasel has won for the best sauce and the best wings). These a just a few of the many organizations supported by this family friendly pub, here in Oshawa. Lori Whyte accepted the Paul Harris Award on behalf of Owner Tom and the staff and thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for this tremendous honour and also thanked their customers, many of them regulars who have formed The Weasel Pack, who contribute greatly to many of the charities including presents and dinners for children at Christmas.

Wilf Wilkinson, Past President of Rotary International and Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation presented Lori Whyte and Marsha Dogget of The Waltzing Weasel  with their Paul Harris Award. Lori thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood and thanks all of the patron of The weasel who help to make our community a better place.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Wilf Wilkinson, Past President of Rotary International and Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation and a Past District Governor of our District 7070 ( in 1971-72) , right here in southern Ontario.

Ted Morrison, introduced Wilf Wilkinson to the Rotarians and to our guests. Wilf first congratulated this year’s District Governor Valarie Wafer for her excellent work and leadership to the 55 Rotary Clubs in District 7070 (southern Ontario) this year. Well deserved, DG Valarie. Wilf told everyone that the best job that he has ever had is talking to Rotarians about the good work of The Rotary Foundation. He talked about the mission of The Rotary Foundation: to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. The Rotary Foundation helps fund our humanitarian activities, from local service projects to global initiatives. Your club or district can apply for grants from the Foundation to invest in projects and provide scholarships. The Foundation also leads the charge on worldwide Rotary campaigns such as eradicating polio and promoting peace.

Rotarians and friends of Rotary support the Foundation’s work through voluntary contributions. He also talked about the history of the Foundation and its founder Rotary International President Arch Klumpf and his dream. He went on to tell us that Rotarians truly believe that the Rotary Foundation is the best way to invest money for a more peaceful world and that we all have an obligation to use the money in the best possible way. He talked about the plan of The Rotary Foundation which began more than 10 years ago, when Rotarians were asked how we could do more with The Rotary Foundation.

The result was The Future Vision Plan and the new grant model of The Rotary Foundation, which, on July 1, 2013, was adopted by all 35,000 Rotary Clubs and its 1.2 million Rotarians in over 200 countries and geographical regions of the world. The new plan calls for stewardship of the monies that we receive for projects and the sustainability of the projects to continue long after the funds have been distributed. The more focused approach of the projects is also a key component of the Rotary Foundation grants. All projects must fall into one of these six areas of focus:  Peace and Conflict Prevention/

Resolution; Disease Prevention and Treatment; Water and Sanitation; Maternal and Child Health; Basic Education and

Literacy; Economic and Community Development.

Wilf also told us how important it is to continue of work and funding for the PolioPlus campaign and the tremendous efforts of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, now on our last mile, and in the most remote places, the hardest to reach. When people say that eradicating polio from the world is a monumental task, Wilf talks to them about India, now polio Free. Rotary has overcome barriers of culture, religion, politics, and wars, to immunize the children of the world. He and other Rotarians have convinced people to lay down their arms and immunize their children in Afghanistan and in the Sudan, just to name a few.

In closing, Wilf asked us all to tell the world about the good that is done because of The Rotary Foundation and that it is time to end polio now. The largest health initiative undertaken in the history of mankind.

President Allan Finnigan thanked Past Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson for those stirring words of encouragement .

Past District Governor Ted Morrison also thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for their generous donations to the Rotary Foundation. He also thanked Past President Marion Mills for the creation of the outstanding Order of Service Brochure that commemorates tonight’s meeting. And Ted Morrison thanked everyone for coming tonight, and challenged us all that if we are in fact, proud to be Rotarians, why would we not donate to the Rotary Foundation and the wonderful good that it does in the world.

SEE ALL OF THE PHOTOS ON THE CLUB WEBSITE: WWW.ROTARYOSHAWA-PARKWOOD.ORG

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 4, 2014

JOINT MEETING WITH AJAX OPTIMISTS

ANNUAL UPDATE – KIDS SAFETY VILLAGE

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Optimist Dave Ryan                                  

O Canada: Optimist President Chris Dufor

Toast To The Queen : None tonight                                                                                         

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None this week.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  At the joint meeting of the 2 service clubs, every member of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood and the Optimist Club of Ajax  rose and introduced themselves and their spouses. And also in attendance were Constable Astrid Morse, and Inspector Eva Reti of the Durham Regional Police Service.

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS : No report tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

No Draw or Happy Bucks this week.  

               

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

None this week.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. President Allan Finnigan encouraged everyone to come out to the FIRST ANNUAL  June 12 Paul Harris Awards Night at our Rotary Club. Please note that there will be NO Rotary meeting on Tuesday , June 10 , but instead this meeting will be on Thursday, June 12. Spouses are invited and encouraged to attend this first of what is hoped to be an annual event. There will be two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards given out to members of the community for their meritorious service to our community and also to those members of our Rotary Club who have most graciously supported The Rotary Foundation. In addition, the keynote speaker of the evening will be Past Rotary International President and Past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation for the entire world, Wilf Wilkinson who will be talking about the importance of The Rotary Foundation throughout the globe. Ted needs to know the number of people who will be attending today. Please call Ted and let him know if you and your spouse are attending. Dinner will be the regular $22.00 per person.

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Constable Astrid Morse, Durham Regional Police Service – on site Kids Safety Village coordinator

KIDS SAFETY VILLAGE ANNUAL UPDATE: Constable Astrid Morse updated the two clubs on the activities of the last year at the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region and the excellent safety programs for the more than 15,000 school children in grades 1, 3 and 5 of Durham Region, that attend on an annual basis. She will be creating and distributing newsletters in the spring and fall to the elementary schools in Durham Region  to gain even more interest and participation. She is looking at a fundraising contest among the various school classes as we ramp up the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project.

Last year, there were 5 annual special events : The Halloween Haunt, Christmas at The Village, Safety Day for OPG, the Easter Eggstravaganza and the Bicycle Fun & Safety Day (at which all kids received new helmets). The Christmas Committee is planning to light up the Village this year with Blitz Lighting, and movie stations and lots of Christmas music throughout the Village. Many corporations have assisted her with the events: CN, Home Depot and Canadian Tire North (both in Whitby). Volunteers from Home Depot plan to assist with painting some of the buildings at the Village. A police Appreciation Dinner held last year raised funds and 15 helmets and 15 “fat” wheels (for bicycle stabilization) were donated to the Village. The “fat” wheels will allow handicapped children the opportunity to ride the bicycles.

 

THE KIDS SAFETY VILLAGE REVITALIZATION & EXPANSION PROJECT: The Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project is well under way. The Fire Departments in Durham Region have agreed to set up fire safety for the children attending the Village when the project is completed. The Durham Insurance Association are reviewing their increased involvement in the Village and the Whitby Lions Club is also interested in more “hands-on” assistance for Village projects.

Our own Rotarian Past President Lennis Trotter spoke about the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project. There is a new red brochure available to organizations to review. The fundraising started in the spring of 2014. And the lease with the School Board has to be renewed for another 20 years in September 2015. Various groups have been asked for major donations and Lennis encouraged anyone in the 2 clubs to bring forth names and contact information of corporations to the Committee, that they think may be interested in buildings and major donations to the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project. Money is required now, to get the buildings revitalized and the new building started.

Past District Governor of Rotary District 7070, here in southern Ontario Ted Morrison has been visiting the Rotary Clubs in Durham Region, soliciting their support. Ted noted that he has been well received and that many individual Rotarians in Durham Region have indicated that their own businesses may also assist.

On September 25, 2014, there will be an Open House to attract corporate sponsors to see the Village first hand and encourage them for donations. Soon, there will be social media exposure through Facebook, Twitter, etc. There is a “Donate Now” button on the website www.durhamsafetyvillage.com  .  Everyone is encouraged to tell their friends, via whatever means, electronic or face-to-face, to make donations today to the Kids Safety Village.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  MAY 27, 2014

FUN AND FELLOWSHIP NIGHT – IL DIVO CONCERT

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                             

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                  

1.  Is it the truth                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                      

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                    

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                     

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Past District Governor Ted Morrison                                

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                

Toast To The Queen : Past Presdient Larry Hurren                                                                                        

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None this week.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  We welcomed many of the spouses this evening to our social fun and fellowship night.

President Al Finnigan welcomed guests of Al and Hilda Finnigan’s Elaine Devolin and Susan Sainsbury; Linda Biddle; Kay Hurren; Colleen McLaren; Donna Pyott; Sue Skinner and Sharron Morrison.

SARGEANT AT ARMS : No report tonight

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

No Draw or Happy Bucks this week. Just a pleasant night of conversation.

             

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

None this week.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced the plans for the June 12 Paul Harris Awards Night at our Rotary Club. Please note that there will be NO Rotary meeting on Tuesday , June 10 , but instead this meeting will be on Thursday, June 12. Spouses are invited to attend this first of what is hoped to be an annual event. There will be two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards given out to members of the community for their meritorious service to our community and also to those members of our Rotary Club who have most graciously supported The Rotary Foundation. In addition, the keynote speaker of the evening will be Past Rotary International President and Past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation for the entire world, Wilf Wilkinson who will be talking about the importance of The Rotary Foundation throughout the globe. There is also a sign up sheet going around. Ted needs to know the number of people who will be attending by June 1 at the latest. Please call Ted and let him know if you and your spouse are attending. Dinner will be the regular $22.00 per person.

 

  1. President Al Finnigan encouraged everyone to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Kids Safety Village, this year hosted by the Ajax Optimist Club. This is a very important meeting. The past year will be reviewed and a status update of the next 20 year plan will be reviewed as well. Our entire Rotary Club and their spouses are urged to support this project and this important night. The event, starting with a meal will be on Wednesday , June 4, at 6 PM AT THE COURTYARD RESTAURANT, 1755 PICKERING PARKWAY, UNIT 20. (INTERSECTION OF 401 AND BROCK RD IN PICKERING). AND OUR SPOUSES ARE INVITED.  BE SURE TO LET LENNIS TROTTER KNOW immediately IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING.  A sign up sheet has already been passed around but the event is upon us and Lennis requires your answer as soon as you can.

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  None tonight. Enjoy Il Divo

Il Divo is an English multinational operatic pop vocal group created by music manager Simon Cowell . Formed in the United Kingdom, they are signed to Cowell's record label, Syco Music . Il Divo is a group of four male singers: French pop singer Sébastien Izambard , Spanish baritone Carlos Marín , American tenor David Miller , and Swiss tenor Urs Bühler . To date, they have sold more than 26 million albums worldwide.

 The idea behind Il Divo's creation came to Simon Cowell after hearing Andrea Bocelli singing "Con te partirò " while watching The Sopranos . In 2004, G4 , a quartet of operatic male singers, also appeared in the UK on Cowell's TV show The X Factor . They finished runners-up, but were signed by Sony records - ironically, the lead singer of this group, Jonathan Ansell , had previously auditioned to be a member of Il Divo. Cowell was already aware of this new appreciation for lyrical voices and classical music, he had decided to form a multinational quartet (the members hail from Spain , Switzerland , France , and the United States , the name being in Italian ) that recreated the style of The Three Tenors .

Cowell conducted a worldwide search for young singers who were willing to embark on the Il Divo project, which lasted two years, from 2001 until December 2003, when the fourth member of Il Divo, American tenor David Miller , was signed. The well-established formation of Il Divo comprises a renowned Spanish baritone , Carlos Marín ; two classically trained tenors , Swiss Urs Bühler and American David Miller ; and a French pop singer, Sébastien Izambard .

Il Divo sings in Spanish , English , Italian , French and Latin . Il Divo was named the Most Multinational UK No.1 Album Group in the 2006 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records .

On 25 April 2007, Il Divo performed on American Idol in one of the "Idol Gives Back " episodes, which raised money for children in the U.S. and Africa. For every vote cast during that show, Idol sponsors Coca-Cola, AT&T, and others donated money to Charity Projects Entertainment Fund (CPEF) and other groups such as Save the Children and America's Second Harvest.

On 12 December 2008, Il Divo performed their new song at the Swedish Idol 2008 finale in the Globen Arena in Stockholm .

And tonight , they performed at the General Motors Centre in downtown Oshawa.

Special thanks to Past President Hilda Finnigan for making all of the arrangements for tonight.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  MAY 20, 2014

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                              

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                   

1.  Is it the truth                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                     

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                      

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Myles Fisher                                 

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                 

Toast To The Queen : Marsha Chambers                                                                                

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

May 20 – President Al Finnigan

May 23 – John Griggs and Past President David Mankiewicz

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Julien LeBourdais        Guest of Our Rotary Club

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS REPORT BY PAST PRESIDENT ANDY LYONS

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Marsha Chambers        Card Drawn: 8 of Clubs                .  

              

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Bob Stewart had a “Bob Koski50 cent Happy Buck” and asked the Club members what he should give to his daughter who is graduating from University next week. Most people thought a car would be just fine.
  2.  Robert Kipling was happy that the CIA has changed their policy about collecting and recording DNA samples in Pakistan and hoped that all of the children of Pakistan could now be given the polio vaccine and save their lives.
  3. Marsha Chambers was very happy that her car got her from Toronto to our Club meeting today.
  4. Past President Alan Nason was happy that he and Myles Fisher went to the Airport Golf Course and received half price vouchers because the greens were aerated and top dressed, and found that automatic 2 putts is not a bad thing.
  5. Shawn Kellam happy that Kristen and their new baby Riley had a great family weekend at the family cottage. He may have to get a van if any more young ones arrive.
  6. Past President Walter Stewart was very happy tonight.
  7. Past District Governor Ted Morrison was happy to get 4 tickets for his all time favourtie musical, “Crazy For You” in Stratford this summer. He really enjoyed the McLaughlin CVI student version.
  8. Past President Dave Andrews was very happy that the foursome of Past President Terry DeYoung, President Al Finnigan, Incoming Vice President Mike McLaren and Dave will be defending their championship title of the Ontario Regiment Officers Mess Golf Tournament, on June 3.
  9. Past President and Secretary Pat Dyck happy as well.
  10. Incoming President Robbie Larocque happy to say G’Day and he is soon off to Sydney and the Rotary International Convention.
  11. Past President and Treasurer Devon Biddle happy that the Reverse Draw did so well. Thanks to everyone for all of their help. A real team effort.
  12. Past President Hilda Finnigan very happy to say Happy Birthday to President Al Finnigan.
  13. Past President Bob Koski very happy tonight.
  14.  President Al Finnigan very happy he is Number One to past President Andy Lyons . Al is 72today and the number on the golf cart he used today at Royal Ashburn was also number 72. Carma?
  15. Past President Andy Lyons was very happy to see that President Al Finnigan actually made it all the way to 72.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced our plans for our May 27 Fellowship Night with Dinner (at $26 per person) at The Oshawa Golf Club at 6 pm , followed by the Il Divo Concert at General Motors Centre. There is a special sign up sheet going around. Please sign the sign up sheet or call Hilda as soon as possible, so that she can plan the number of meals at the Golf Club. For those who are coming to the dinner only, you are most welcome. Please sign up too. Or call Hilda as soon as you can.
  2. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that our net for the May 8 Reverse Draw, Dinner & Silent Auction Night is estimated at  $15,000.00 Thank you all who helped and to those who attended and please be sure to send “Thank You” letters to those who were sponsors, and to those who donated silent auction items and to those who purchased tickets.
  3. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced the plans for the June 12 Paul Harris Awards Night at our Rotary Club. Please note that there will be NO Rotary meeting on Tuesday , June 10 , but instead this meeting will be on June 12. Spouses are invited to attend this first of what is hoped to be annual events. There will be two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards given out to members of the community for their meritorious service to our community and also to those members of our Rotary Club who have most graciously supported The Rotary Foundation. In addition, the keynote speaker of the evening will be past Rotary International President and past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation for the entire world, Wilf Wilkinson who will be talking about the importance of The Rotary Foundation throughout the globe. There is also a sign up sheet going around> Ted needs to know the number of people who will be attending by June 1 at the latest. Please call ted and let him know if you and your spouse are attending. Dinner will be the regular $22.00 per person.
  4. Past President Lennis Trotter encouraged everyone to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Kids Safety Village, this year hosted by the Ajax Optimist Club. This is a very important meeting. The past year will be reviewed and a status update of the next 20 year plan will be reviewed as well. Our entire Rotary Club and their spouses are urged to support this project and this important night. The event, starting with a meal will be on Wednesday , June 4, at 6 PM AT THE COURTYARD RESTAURANT, 1755 PICKERING PARKWAY, UNIT 20. (INTERSECTION OF 401 AND BROCK RD IN PICKERING). AND OUR SPOUSES ARE INVITED.  BE SURE TO LET LENNIS TROTTER KNOW immediately IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING.  A sign up sheet has already been passed around but the event is upon us and Lennis requires your answer as soon as you can.

 

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Julien LeBourdais, Executive Director of Feed The Need In Durham

Name of Speaker:      Julien LeBourdais

Introducer:                  Past President Bob Koski

Thanked By:               Past President Alan Nason

Speaker’s Remarks:

Feed The Need in Durham is a non-profit regional food distribution warehouse serving Durham Region. The provide food to more than 50 emergency food providers  such as food banks, soup kitchens, drop-in centres, community service centres, and shelters.  The food comes from the large regional food distributions centres that are located in Durham . The one we see from Highway 401 is the Sobey’s warehouse. The agencies being helped are located from Ajax/Pickering to Newcastle and north the Beaverton and everywhere in between. They currently operate a 3,600 square foot facility located near King Street and Townline Road in Oshawa and are a proud member of the Ontario Association of Food Banks and Food Banks Canada.

On average, Feed The Need In Durham handles 250,000 pounds of food every month that is distributed to an estimated 30,000 people in Durham Region. Food insecurity is a local issue with 8% of Durham region households being food insecure. In addition to non-perishable foods that most food banks provide to their clients, they also handle large volumes of perishable foods (fruits, vegetables and dairy) as a result of our large walk-in fridge and cooler. Emergency food providers have access to both perishable and non-perishable food from their warehouse which greatly enhances the nutrition available to the many people they serve.

As the regional food distribution warehouse for Durham, they are able to accept donations of all sizes. They also accept personal hygiene products and household cleaning products. People who cannot afford to buy food often struggle to purchase these items a swell. The idea is to stop hunger.

Hunger should not be the reason to prevent anyone from the chance to fulfill their potential. Food donations come from many sources including the public, businesses, local farmers, the Ontario Association of Food Banks, manufacturers , etc. Items also include damaged packaging. All donors of prepared food are protected by the Donated Food Act. Julien said that they have acquired a 10,000 square foot warehouse on Wentworth complete with a loading dock which they will open in the fall of 2014. This will allow for more agencies that can be helped. There are 6 to 8 agencies in need today on the waiting list. Their funding is primarily from donators. the annual budget is $350,000 and about 20%  comes from the three levels of government. The rest through fundraising. There are about 60 volunteers , not all of whom are there at the same time.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 8th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Carol Reading                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:   Robbie Larocque

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Rotaractor, Shannon MacKinnon - Rotaract Club of Durham College & UOIT

                                                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

April 13th      Walter Stewart

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Devon…May 5th, R.C. of Oshawa has invited our members to the noon hour meeting with Lieutenant Governor David                         Onley at 61 Charles St.  (Alger Bldg.) $25 per person

Lennis…1) reminded Kids’ Safety Village Committee members of our meeting on April 14th @ 7:00 pm.

               2) Also, the annual Easter Egg Hunt will be at KSV from 10:00 to 2:00 on April 19th.

Al Finnigan  1) We need volunteers for Family Fun Day on May 3rd.

              2) April 26th is Trump Aids Walk; Al will bring sign-up form next week.

              3) Al needs Rotary pictures for our 2 banners to be displayed at the Reverse Draw.

              4) next Tuesday, Reverse Draw Committee meeting before the regular meeting and a short Directors’                                 meeting after the regular meeting            

Dave A…Saturday, May 3rd is District Assembly meeting  

Pat…Re: passing of Larry Hurren’s mom      arrangements:    visitation Fri. 2:00 to 4:00, 7:00 to 9:00  Funeral, Saturday at 11:00 am  Oshawa Funeral Home        

         

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW

Winner:  Lennis                                          Card Drawn:   9 Clubs        

 On The Door Next Week:           Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1.  Walter had a great vacation in Florida; he’s happy to be home.

 2.  Dave A. had a great 3 months in Florida.

 3.  Ted complimented Robbie on doing a great job while President Al was away.

 4.  Robert: Friends of the Public Library are having their book sale April 10th to 12th.

 5.  Hilda is happy to be back and shared good news about the increased percentage (from 28% to 29%) of organ & tissue             donors locally, including Oshawa-Parkwood.

 6.  Devon is happy to have President Al back.

 7.  Marion is happy to have Shannon with us, and thankful for Shannon’s help with speaking about Interact.  Also, an apology        goes to Bob K. and Al N. because the bulletin had an error: Bob K. was Sergeant-At-Arms last week.

 8.  Bob K. paid $.15 (to supplement Marion’s shortfall from $2.00) to say that he has so many things to be happy about,                 including the fact that The Leafs are in a “must win” with The Jets.

 9.  Robbie is happy that Hilda is back.

10. Andy is happy because he’s off to Washington from Wednesday to Sunday.

11. Al F. put in $5 because he’s happy to be back; he missed Rotary and after three months it was time to come home.

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

GUEST SPEAKER:        Shannon MacKinnon and Marion shared information about New Generations and Interact in general, and about our Interact Club at McLaughlin C.V.I.  Shannon has stayed connected to this club, even though she’s now a Rotaractor at Durham College.  Most members are new and they are trying very hard to get this club “off of the ground”, with support and leadership from Stephanie Fox-Comery (formerly a member of our club).    

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 15th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:  Mike McLaren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Hayley MacNamara and Cherlene Cheung, members of The Rotaract Club of Durham College & UOIT   

                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

April 17th      Esther and Lennis Trotter

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mike…encouraged us to invite prospective members next week.  He’s speaking on the topic: How To Spot A Bubble  Burst.

Lennis… the annual Easter Egg Hunt will be at KSV from 10:00 to 2:00 on April 19th.

Robbie…passed around a sign-up sheet for Family Fun Day on May 3rd .         

Dave A…asked for participation of members to reserve a suite at the Oshawa Generals games over Easter weekend                    and/or April 25th ; not enough people were available to go.  

Larry…Reverse Draw “tickets out” are at 106 (only 4 Rotarians so far).

Ted…for silent auction items, please get them to Ted & Sharron early, or at least give them the info. so that Sharron can make up the sheets for the table.  Also, if your contribution requires an easel, let Ted know ahead of time.

Walter…please let him know of any special requests for meals.

President Al…we may not have enough “walkers” for the April 26th Aids’ Walk.

Ted…announced our special evening on Thursday, June 12th for presentation of Paul Harris Fellowships and a                     celebration of the Rotary Foundation.  Wilf Wilkinson will be our speaker.  6:30  $25

Devon…reminded us of the special dinner with our Lieutenant Governor, David Onley on May 5th.  This is with the Oshawa Rotary Club.  We have 3 going so far; Devon can get more tickets.

 

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW    Winner:  Kris                  Card Drawn:   King t       

On The Door Next Week:           Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1. Terry had a wonderful winter in Florida; he’s happy to be home.

 2.  Walter wants everyone to have a happy day!

 3.  Larry spoke of his mom’s passing and thanked all who attended and sent condolences.

 4.  Mike got 4 golf passes to Dalewood, and found a Chapters Gift card.

 5.  Devon is happy about his youngest son, who is a musician, and is presently performing in Belgium.  Check him out at               www.heavycastle.com

 6.  Kris is just happy!

 7.  Bob K. only had $.75 so Sandra gave him $.25 (because she’s not that happy).  Bob was at The Retirees’ Breakfast for             EDS and HP, and also, he enjoyed a Class Act presentation, Help, I Married An American!

 8.  Robert enjoyed JOCULARITY.

 9.  Sandra will be happy when Kim is back.

10. Hilda is not happy because her whole table of members did not have their tickets in the Ace of Spades draw!

11. Dave A. is happy that President Al is going on a cruise in February.

12. Hayley is happy about their very successful photo contest, sponsored by her Rotaract Club, and also happy to be                        approaching the end of her academic year.

13.  Andy says that he didn’t add the tickets from Hilda’s table into the draw so that everyone else would have a better chance!        Also, he’s happy to be back from a great trip to Washington.

14.  President Al paid $2 and spoke of his happiness to have his son back in his life.  He and his son are working together on          some carpentry projects.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER

Devon introduced Hayley MacNamara (outgoing president) and Cherlene Cheung (incoming president) of Rotaract at UOIT/Durham College. They presented a review of the Rotaract year and their many events and projects.  There are currently 35-40 active members and over 400 followers on Facebook!

Hayley shared that she and Christine Dabrowski are hoping to establish a community-based Rotaract Club once they graduate this spring.

Bob Stewart thanked our speakers.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 22nd, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:  Terry DeYoung

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Kyle McLaren, Mike’s daughter

                                                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

April 22nd     Cora Doyle

April 24th      David & Sharon Meader

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Larry…for our Reverse Draw: lots of tickets out, not much money in yet.  Let Ted know well ahead of time about  auction items. It’s very important to let the committee know if you’ve sold a ticket, but know that the ticket buyer won’t attend for dinner.  “Try hard to sell!!”

Bob Stewart…Joanne Ashley asked for him to share: Sat. & Sun., May 10th & 11th, at Iroquois Park in Whitby, there will be a Food Truck Frenzy & Wine Dealers.

Robbie…Family Fun Day, May 3rd, we have 3 volunteers so far.  Also, the District Assembly is May 3rd; anyone attending must  pay prior to or at the beginning of the session (can’t send in money after the event).

 

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW

Winner:  Andy                                          Card Drawn:   7 t       

 On The Door Next Week: Ted & David A.          Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1. Bob Stewart gave a “Bob Koski $.75 Happy Buck” and shared that he had expected to be at the Jays’ opening game   because, while attending a conference, he had correctly predicted a pre-season score.  This “freebie” did not happen  because several people had made the same prediction, so a draw had been made (SO HE WAS TOLD!)

 2. Andy missed the Easter Egg Hunt at Kids’ Safety Village because he was with family.  (** There were some side comments about memory loss…bulletin editor is not sure why…?)

 3.  Bob Koski, despite being hassled about money by our members, is happy because he had a great day getting his porch,  vinyl siding and windows shining clean!

 4.  Marsha gave $5 in Happy Bucks because she had a great cruise with many ports of call.  Others on the cruise had some  bad experiences with health issues and some accidents.

 5. Carol is happy because the ”countdown” to the Australia trip is on!

 6.  Kim (borrowed a dollar from Bob K.) to say that she’s happy about her trip to Texas and New Orleans.  The trip included  fishing for (& catching!) tuna.  Also, she’s serving drinks at McDonald’s in May.  She’s not-so-happy that her son leaves for B.C. on Monday.

 7.  Lennis shared that he and Ted had done a presentation about Kids’ Safety Village at Kiwanis (where the members actually sing for visitors). He also shared that there had been 1200 people through the village for the Easter Egg Hunt.

 8.  Marion thanked everyone who had helped get arrangements in place for our Rotaractor, Cherlene Cheung, to attend the  RYLA event in May.  There was some serious scrambling to do but everyone helped to make it happen.

 9.  Mike is happy to have his daughter, Kyle, with him at our meeting.  They had done some important shopping together (including The Beer Store).  He’s a little sad-happy to take his older daughter to Ottawa on Saturday.

10. Devon shared a sad-happy buck too. He and Linda had their 3 grandchildren at their cottage over the Easter weekend, and   because the ice is still in the lake, but not firm enough to stand on everywhere, his 7 year granddaughter managed to fall  through!  It wasn’t very deep, but for a second his thought was: “Oh s_ _ t, I’m going to have to go into the icy water after  her!”

11. David A. is happy to be going golfing at Myrtle Beach with Rotarians from another club.  He knows that, at least for this one week, they’ll be getting good Rotary information!

12. Ted shared about the Rotary Leadership Institute at Seneca College and that Robbie now has completed all 3 parts.  Also, he shared a clever joke about distracted drivers J!

13. Robbie shared a sad buck that he’s back at the podium again after only two weeks…and a happy buck that he has completed the Rotary Leadership Institute: Part 1…Part 2…and Part 3 !!

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER

Mike McLaren presented How To Spot A Bubble Burst.  He shared information about current financial dynamics and explained his company’s investment strategies, which include a “move to safety” when the markets are volatile.

Meeting adjourned at 7:55 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 29th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Myles Fisher                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:  Al Nason

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Cheri Smith          Kinark Director of Development

Cyndy De Giusti,  President, Kinark Foundation

                                                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

None this week

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Terry…keep selling tickets for our Reverse Draw.  There are about 150 out right now; we need at least 180 sold.

Al F. & Ted…auction items can be given to Al next week (Ted will be away) but send an email to Ted & Sharron so that the                            table signs can be done well ahead of time.

President Al…1) shared a publication from UOIT re: celebration of its first decade.  Our club has donated $10,000 so far                                     toward a pledge of $15,000.

                       2) reminded the Reverse Draw Committee to stay for a short meeting after our regular meeting.

                       3) reminded us that on May 3rd, there are two events:  Family Fun Day in Courtice and the District Assembly at                              the BMO building in Scarborough.

 

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAWWinner:  Carol                                          Card Drawn:   8 t       

               

On The Door Next Week:                         Bulletin Editor Next Week:  David A.

HAPPY BUCKS

 1. Ted gave $2 in Happy Bucks because of a great get-together with friends on Sunday to wish Marilyn Lyon, Carol and Marion a good trip.  After the party, Ted & Sharron went to the casino and won, and after that Ted won some more at  Wilmot Creek.  Soooo, he went and bought a golf cart!

 2. Hilda put in $4 to share news about Organ Donor Month (April).  R.C. of Whitby, R.C. of Bowmanville and R.C. of Oshawa- Parkwood got their percentage up to 31%.  Overall in Durham Region, the percentage is up from 28% to 29 %.

 3. Bob S. put in $1.25 because his Happy Buck was little short last week.  His daughter is home from Western and when she put on her new helmet that her dad purchased for her, she hated it because it wouldn’t fasten properly.  She had to play the game without it clicked shut.

 4.  Robert pointed out that, in some jurisdictions, the organ donor program is an “opt out” one; everyone is considered to be a  donor unless a signed document exists to say otherwise.  Hilda pointed out that, even with that in place, families are still asked for their consent.

 5. Carol is happy because the ”countdown” to the Australia trip is on…one week from tomorrow!

 6.  Devon paid a “Bob Koski $.75” to say that he and Linda had been signed up for Australia, but then he checked out the  weather in Tasmania and decided not to go.

 7.  President Al put in $2 of Happy Bucks because their property up north is sold and all cleaned up.

 8.  Andy is happy that his yard is all cleaned up from the damage of the ice storm.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER

Devon introduced our guest speakers from Kinark: Cheri Smith, Kinark Director of Development and

                                                                                  Cyndy De Giusti, President, Kinark Foundation

Cyndy spoke about the Kinark Foundation and Kinark programs for children with mental health issues and their families.  Kinark also has programs for children with Autism and with anxiety disorders.  With over 3,000 children served last year, there are still 300 on the waiting list.

Cyndy explained Kinark’s source of funding and made the point that Kinark’s programs are very cost-effective when compared to the cost of a child in the justice system or in a hospital.

Al Nason thanked our guests.

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  MAY 13, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Past President Hilda Finnigan                                  

O Canada: Past President Larry Hurren

Toast To The Queen : Past President and Treasurer Devon Biddle                                                                 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES IN MAY 

May 16 –  Past President Jodi Hewett

May 20  -  President Al Finnigan

May 23  -  Past President David Mankiewicz and John Griggs

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guests:  Our Guest Speakers: John Williamson; Bev Lemay; and Tom Hamer    

Visiting Rotarian: Lisa Brook. Incoming President Elect of the Rotary Club of Uxbridge

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS REPORT :  PAST PRESIDENT ANDY LYONS

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:   Winner: Past District Governor Ted Morrison;   Card Drawn:  5 of SPADES             .   

 ON THE DOOR NEXT WEEK: PAST PRESIDENT DAVE ANDREWS and PAST DISTRICT GOVERNOR TED MORRISON

BULLETIN EDITOR FOR MAY 2014:        PAST PRESIDENT DAVE ANDREWS

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan: Very happy that our Rotary Club ran a truly successful Reverse Draw, Dinner & Silent Auction on May 8 . She is also very happy that the ticket sales for the Il Divo concert for May 27 on our Club’s  Rotary Fellowship Night have been so successful.
  2. Past President Larry Hurren was very happy that during the Reverse Draw, as we got down to the wire, the number of tickets on the Big Board matched the number of tickets in the drum. Thank you to everyone that participated.
  3. Past President Alan Nason – A sad Buck. Margaret Nason’s ticket was one of the last 8 drawn from the drum.
  4. Mike McLaren – Thanked Bob Elliott for taking the photos of the Reverse Draw and realized that he has to lose 20 pounds. But Past President Bob Koski told him that photos put on 15 pounds so he only has to lose 5 pounds.
  5. Past President Lennis Trotter was happy that the Visiting Rotarian that was at our Rotary Club on may 6 , Sandra Mimic, is a Rotarian from BC who will be moving to the area this spring and plans to join our Rotary Club on July 1, 2014.
  6. John Williamson, one of our guest speakers from Fairmore Family Law Financial Solutions, donated a happy buck and thanked us for the excellent meal and the fellowship.
  7. Past District Governor Ted Morrison is happy to have his new golf cart and they are using it every day for golf on the course at Wilmot Creek or to go lawn bowling.
  8. Past President Dave Andrews was very happy and paid a few happy dollars for the great teamwork of the Reverse Draw Committee , and the co chairs Mike McLaren and Kim Boatman.
  9. Vice President Robbie Larocque was happy that his wife Terri Lynn enjoyed helping out , remove the numbers at the front of the room on the Big Boards of the Reverse Draw.
  10. Lisa Brooks, Incoming President Elect of the Uxbridge Rotary Club, paid a happy buck for the warm welcome and a chance to talk with Incoming President Robbie Larocque. And another Happy Buck because this was her first meeting where she made up her attendance  at another Rotary Club.
  11. Past President Devon Biddle was very happy for a very successful Reverse Draw & Silent Auction.
  12. President Al Finnigan was happy to have won $ 5 onside bets at the Reverse Draw from Sandy McDowell and happy that he is now playing golf from the Gold Tees.
  13. Past President and Secretary Pat Dyck was anxiously looking for Ken today and found him on the porch at the house. Ken was fine and just enjoyed the day outside.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison congratulated the Whitby Rotary Club for a successful Gourmet Food Truck event at The Abilities Centre in Whitby, this past weekend. Looks like 35,000 attended. A tremendous success. And something our Rotary Club should consider trying.
  2. Past President Hilda Finnigan has distributed all of the tickets for the Il Divo concert to be held on may 27 at The General Motors Centre to the Club members. It will be a Rotary Fellowship Night. Please come to the Golf Club at 6 pm for dinner (one half hour earlier than normal).
  3. Ted Morrison reminded all members that June 12 will be the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood’s first Paul Harris Fellowship Awards Night. The June 10 meeting is cancelled and everyone and their spouses are urged to attend this event when two Paul Harris Fellowships will b awarded to two deserving people in our City, for their outstanding community service. Past President of Rotary International and Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation, Wilf Wilkinson, will be our guest speaker s A sign-up sheet will be forthcoming.
  4. Incoming President Robbie Larocque passed around the Rotary Club Committee sign up sheets for the 2014-2015 Rotary year and urged all members to sign up for a committee or two, to ensure that your talents will be used right where you feel is best, to help our Rotary Club.
  5. President Al Finnigan  announced that there will be the monthly Board of Directors Meeting on may 20 (at 5 pm sharp) at the Golf Club. The agenda is filled with many items for the Board to review and act upon.. He also noted that the numbers for the Reverse Draw & Silent Auction ate not yet in. However, the Silent Auction will realize over $5,000.

ROTARY MOMENT  : none tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speakers: John Williamson, Fairmore Family Law Financial Solutions (a firm offering analytic services to Family Law Counsel, Financial Services organizations and their clients, couples and individuals working through separation and divorce).

Bev Lemay, a licensed psychotherapist for over 35 years and a member of the College of Professional Social Workers, with the firm, The Centre for Constructive Thinking who works with adults, adolescents and children to help the reconstruct their thoughts and learn to think positively about their life.

Tom Hamer, a lawyer since 1979, with practices in Toronto and Whitby, and has practices Collaborative Law since 2003. Tom is the outgoing chair of Collaborative Practice Durham Region and is Vice President of the Ontario Collaborative law Federation.

Introducer: Past President Lennis Trotter

Thanked By: Past President Larry Hurren

Speaker’s Remarks: Ontario Collaborative Law Federation – A different Way to Divorce.

The three speakers, experts in their respective fields defined collaborative practice as a way to resolve disputes respectfully without going to court. In a separation or divorce, Collaborative Practice requires your commitment to mutual respect, open communication, information sharing and a mutually acceptable settlement. You and your spouse or partner work with your own lawyers and other trained professionals. They provide support and guidance as you work together on a solution that everyone can live with.

No single approach is right for everyone. Many couples who want a process that gives them control over the outcome, choose Collaborative practice or Collaborative Law.

Collaborative Practice works for couples who agree to behave ethically, listen objectively, disagree respectfully, make kids a priority, plan with the future in mind, work creatively and cooperatively, and keep their process out of the courts.

The Collaborative Team includes a lawyer who provides legal information for crafting an agreement, a financial consultant who helps develop viable financial options, a child specialist who addresses the needs of the children, and a family professional who helps with communications and emotions in a time of transition.

To help you with the many challenges in the dispute resolution process, Collaborative Practice provides specially trained lawyers and offers a team of other specialists to support you with financial issues, concerns about children, and emotional turmoil. The Collaborative Team lends advice, expertise and support at a time when you most need it.

The Collaborative Practice Durham Region is one of 17 groups of specially trained professionals across the Province that make up the Ontario Collaborative Law Federation.

They also cited many facts: 43% of married couples in Ontario will be divorced before their 30th anniversary. In common law situations, over 50% of common law arrangements are over in the first 5 years. The rate of divorce is increasing exponentially for those over 50 years of age. The average court case takes over 2 years. Collaborative practice is completed in less than 6 months.

Collaborative Law was started in Minnesota over 20 years ago.

The three speakers want to talk to Rotary Clubs because we are leaders in our community, that practice high ethical standards, and service to others. They ask us to help people choose “the alternative” to the court system. The Durham Region Collaborative law website is filled with over 40 professionals.

They encourage everyone to go to the website: www.durhamcollaborative.com and see fist hand, the better way. Collaborative Law is giving a couple the best human, legal, and financial conditions for their lives going forward.

Prenuptual agreement can also be created by the Collaborative Law group.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday May 6, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                              

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                              

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                   

1.  Is it the truth                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                     

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                      

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

 

Grace:   Walter Stewart                                 

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott

                                                                                             

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  None this week

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Two Visitors/Guests this week; both Rotarians – Sandra Mimic . a Rotarian who recently moved from Kelowna BC, guest of Lennis Trotter and our speaker Mayor John Henry.  Welcome to both.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Robert Kipling drew the 3 of Diamonds

             

On The Door Next Week:    David Andrews & Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor Next Week – David Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS  David Andrews for a great time in Myrtle Beach including a chance to discuss Rotary with members of the Oshawa Club; Bob Elliott pleased not to see his name in the Toronto Star obits column; Devon Biddle for lunch with Gov. Gen. David Ongly hosted by the Oshawa Club; Pres. Al enjoyed the District Assembly this past Saturday, shared information about Satellite Club, which seem to be a part of the future of Rotary, also noted DG Valerie’s ability to relate to individual club needs; Hilda Finnigan for the success of our upcoming Reverse Draw; Mike McLaren for Silent Auction items; Robbie LaRoque for the Family Fun Day which turned out to be a Family WET Day, but was enjoyed by all; Alan Nason gave a SAD buck for the lack of Happy Bucks this week noting that this makes it easy to count!!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS     Hilda Finnigan put forward the suggestion that for our Social Night on May 27th we might like to attend the IL DIVO Concert at the GM Centre.  She suggested that members interested might need to purchase their own tickets.  Suggestions were also put forward that inquiry could be made re the availability of box seating.  Hilda will investigate further.  A show of hand indicated that several members are interested in this event.  Hilda also suggested that we might have dinner here as usual perhaps changing the time to 6PM to allow us to get to the concert for 8PM.

More info  to follow.

If there were other announcements please accept the editor’s apology for not noting them??!!

 

ROTARY MOMENT  none this week

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Our guest speaker for this week was Mayor John Henry who was introduced by Past President David Andrews as “someone who cares about Oshawa”.

       Mayor Henry began by telling us that he “is proud to be a Rotarian, one of a group who do amazing things locally and around the world”.

     He went on to speak about how the City of Oshawa has evolved since the 1960’s when the main, almost only, industry was General Motors, to today when we can boast of an evolving with UOIT, Durham College, Queen’s University Medial Programs at our hospital, TRIOS College, the Trent Campus ARTS Program and much more.  There is a lot of diversity in our City, many International students come here to study, there is much construction ongoing and in the planning stages.  Mayor Henry is proud of the fact that Durham Region Mayors have fostered a strong relationship, working together and supporting each other so that each of our communities is able to enjoy the benefits.

Several questions were asked and answered.

Past President Lennis Trotter thanked Mayor Henry for the update re Oshawa and around the Region.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. February 4th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Bob Koski                           

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen:   Bob Elliott 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

February 8 - Peter Dueck

February 9- Alan & Margaret Nason

                  - Kris Sachdeva

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

 

Tom Reid   Keith Richards   Tamara Patty   Nancy Hammer- Strohl   Sharron Morrison   Carolyn Porter

 

SGT AT ARMS:  Alan Nason.

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW

Winner:   Marion                                           Card Drawn:   2 Hearts             

                

On The Door Next Week:   ??        Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Carol Reading

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1.  Jodi – happy that Kris is back, and happy to be here

 2.  Kris – happy to be back, but he will need surgery

 3.  Eman – sad to have to sell Amr’s car but happy to have a new Turbo, red one 

 4.  Ted – happy that Kris is back, happy to welcome our guests, happy that Sharron is with us

 5.  Tom Reid – happy to be here to speak to our group

 6.  Andy – going away in two weeks

 7.  Peter – happy for his 81st birthday

 8.  Bob K. – Brooklin snowbanks are higher than those in Oshawa

 9.  Robbie – is happy that his first board meeting is over

10. Alan N. – happy for his and Margaret’s 55th anniversary, but Margaret says that it feels like 75!

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

1.  Lennis  - Monday, February 10th, 2014 – Kids’ Safety Village Meeting at 7:00 p.m.  

2.  Larry  - silent auction items are needed for our Reverse Draw on May 8th

3.  Jodi    - our Valentine Dinner is at Bistro ’67 on February 11th @ 6:00 pm

4.  Robbie – February is World Understanding Month

                  - volunteers are needed March 13th, 9:30 to 2:30 at Purple woods for clean-up duties

                  - thank you from Donna and Bruce Mackey for Christmas poinsettia

                  - thank you from Sharon Clark for our donation to Sharon’s Kids

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S):

 introduced by Alan N.

 

Carolyn Porter spoke about the First Nations Literacy Partnership Project, which is being presented at several Durham Board schools.  Our schools participate by sharing books, stories, art and music with northern First Nations schools.

Speakers thanked by Ted Morrison

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. January 21, 2014

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

                       

 

For January 21, 2014:

Door Greeters: Ted Morrison

                         Alan Nason

 

Grace: Myles Fisher

 

O’Canada: J. Andrew Lyons

 

Sgt.-At-Arms: J. Andrew Lyons

 

Toast to the Queen: Ted Morrison

 

Bulletin: Jodi Hewett

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

January 21 – Birthday – Patti Koski

January 21 – Birthday – Marion Mills

January 27 – Birthday – Myles Fisher

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Catherine Brown – Presenter

Perry Kirkbride - Presenter

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Devon Biddle       #267487                            Card Drawn:   3 of clubs

                

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Jodi – Valentines’ Meeting at Bistro ’67 – Tuesday, February 11 – Jodi will send out email to club – Please email Jodi to indicate if you can attend. This will be a fun evening for all.

Jodi – Bob Stewart has agreed to take the minutes for our bulletin for next week. Thanks Bob!

2.  Vice-President Robbie:

a)  Purple Woods – March 10 to 14. We didn’t make the lottery for working the kitchen, but they have asked us if we would be interested in providing 10 people per day for a maximum of 4 days to do maintenance in the Great Hall (clean tables, garbage, etc.)  Salary:  $100.00 per day.   -  Works out to $2.00 per hour for us – Consensus is to respectfully decline.

b)  Toronto East Rotary Club – Mardi Gras night – March 1st, 2014.  See Robbie for more information.

c)  Thank you card received from the Salvation Army for our Christmas donation.

d)  Thank you card received from Sharon’s’ Kids, Durham Children’s Aid Society for our Christmas donation.

e)  Fundraising Valentines Night at the Jubilee Pavilion – February 1st – Fundraiser for Friends of the 2nd Marsh. See Robbie for details.

f)  Thank you from O’Neill Collegiate for our donation to their Citizenship & Ethical Standards awards – winner Dale Dressian

g)  Thank you from Sharron Morrison for flowers and visitation on the passing of her mom

h)  February 2 – Music night – Rotary fundraiser – see Robbie for details

 

ELECTIONS: Pat Dyck – Secretary

Eamonn Doyle, Shawn Kellam and Robert Kipling will stay on for a 2nd year term

Lennis Trotter and Ted Morrison will come on board for a two year term

Motion by Andy Lyons to close nominations on floor/Seconded by Myles Fisher.

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Mike McLaren – congratulations to all who came out tonight – very cold!! 20 Fahrenheit in Canada / 20 Celsius in Florida

2.  Myles Fisher – only a few branches came down on his property

3.  Robert Kipling – Robert and Caroline are heading to Lima, Peru and will be back February 18th

4.  Robert Stewart – brought golf bag for Reverse Draw (Given to Ted)

5.  Kris Sachdeva – is glad Andy is being so nice and friendly as Sgt at Arms

6.  Ted Morrison – forgot what he was happy about – booked Florida today – gone for month of March

7.  Devon Biddle – IS FAMOUS!  He and Linda were in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut for an Inuit presentation at a community centre – photo was taken – Devon and his friend are in photo in Globe & Mail  (not Linda)

8.  Robbie Larocque – Town of Whitby has approved the plans for the Safety Village

9.  Andy Lyons – has confirmed his February cruise for three weeks

 

ROTARY MOMENT  -  No Rotary moment tonight

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S): 

Catherine Brown – Marketing & Communications – Scouts Canada

Perry Kirkbride – Area Support Manager – Scouts Canada

Catherine Brown gave power point presentation and review of old and new programs being offered by Scouts Canada in particular their new Schools and Scouting program

Scouting area covered by them is 810,000 square kilometers (Algonquin Border to Manitoba border, Northern Ontario, White Pine Council, Ottawa to Quebec Border).

Speaker(s) thanked by:    Shawn Kellam  

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. January 14, 2014

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

                       

 

For January 14, 2014:

Door Greeters: Ted Morrison

   Andy Lyons

 

Grace: Ted Morrison

 

O’Canada: Peter Dueck

 

Sgt.-At-Arms: Bob Koski

 

Toast to the Queen: Jodi Hewett

 

Bulletin: Jodi Hewett

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

January 16 – Birthday – Dave Snowden (Jodi)

January 18 – Birthday – Pat Dyck

January 18 – Birthday – Dave Ruzsa

January 21 – Birthday – Patti Koski

January 21 – Birthday – Marion Mills

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Kenisha Dyas  - Guest of Lennis Trotter

Aimee Chada – Guest Speaker

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Pat Dyck                                           Card Drawn:   4 spades             

                

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Lennis Trotter – Re:  Kids Safety Village  - Monday, February 10, 2014 – Kids Safety Village Meeting at 7:00 p.m. 

 

2.  Janice Leschinsky – Membership Committee – Please be sure to provide the name of any new business person or business that you know of starting up in Oshawa to our Membership Committee for follow-up. 

-- Janice assigned a number to all in the room.  #1 – you are to contact Lennis  #2 – you are to contact Janice Leschinsky     #3 you are to contact Mike McLaren    #4 – you are to contact Ted Morrison.

These members of the Membership Committee wish to speak with you about potential members, ideas, ways you might assist in expanding our membership.

Janice showed a centerfold page from a Port Perry newspaper portraying current activities of the Rotary Club of Port Perry – Great advertisement for their club!

3.  Devon Biddle -  Attendance at meetings is always down in January, February and March and since we have to pay for dinners, Members of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood can bring a guest/spouse to join us to make up our numbers. Subsequent Rule made:  One visit per person (to Mike M’s chagrin!)

4.  Pat Dyck -  Secretary Pat advised the membership of a Board decision to appoint Rotarian Mike McLaren as a Director at Large to assist in maintaining our directors numbers on the board. 

 

At this time, Pat opened the floor for nominations for the position of:

1.   President:. Currently our Vice-President Elect Robbie Larocque has agreed to stand for President.  No other nominations were received from the floor and motion to close was made by Lennis Trotter.

2.  Vice-President:  Director Mike McLaren has agreed to stand for Vice-President Elect.  No other nominations were

received from the floor and motion to close was made by Ted Morrison.

5.  Vice-President Robbie’s Announcements:

1.  February 9, 2014 is the Toronto Marlies game.  Robbie has the contact info.

2.  February 8, 2014 is the Grant Seminar – our club must have at least two people attend. Ted Morrison, Kris Sachdeva, Marsha Chambers and Lennis Trotter have agreed to attend.

4.  Don’t forget to include your family members/other relatives as possible Rotarians.

5.  Thank you card from Donna Clarke (Greg Kane’s wife) for the Christmas Poinsettia

6.  Thank you card from McLaughlin Collegiate “2013 Girls Night  event” which our club supported

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Andy Lyons – Sad buck – Cost $1,400 for car repairs and branch/tree clean up – Devon won’t write him a cheque

2.  Devon Biddle – Skate-a-thon collections were going slow – sat for 4 hours and collected from 3 people – decided to go to lunch and someone came in after they left with $400 plus  -- NOTE: Alan Nason advised one young man raised $469

3.  Kris Sachdeva – was in Cancun last week with family – did not get stuck at airport – plane managed to fly out just before nightmare started

4.  Wayne Routly – Commented on our large number of snowbirds. Attended his Bowmanville club this morning. They have visiting Rotarian from Blind River who with his spouse comes “South to Bowmanville” for January and February each year.

5.  Bob Koski – went skating at Legends with 10 yr old and 6 yr old – second skating time this season

6.  Mike McLaren – Thanks to Devon for sponsoring people for the next 3 months – Mike has lots of business contacts he will be approaching.

7.  Alan Nason – took Margaret to the Keg for her birthday (glad that Robbie reminded him of her birthday)

8.  Robbie Larocque – went skating with his daughter and her friend with the Oshawa Generals

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S):  Aimee Chada from Thorntonview Long Term Care

Aimee brought along a power point presentation relating the care and programs offered at Thorntonview Long Term Care in Oshawa.

Speaker thanked by:  Walter Stewart

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. January 7, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Bob Elliott (for Devon Biddle – not in room yet)

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen:   Larry Hurren                

                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

January 10 – Birthday – Margaret Nason

January 12 – Birthday – Rhonda Stewart

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

 

Hayley McNamara – Rotaract – Durham College

Shayan Methot – Rotaract – Durham College

Cherlene Cheuns – Rotaract – Durham College

Laura Vaillaincourt – Durham Philharmonic

 

 

SGT AT ARMS:  Andy Lyons

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner:   Pat Dyck                                           Card Drawn:   6 hearts             

                

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison        Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Jodi Hewett

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Marion Mills – gave grandchildren Christmas present at Niagara Falls Fallsview Water Park with Grandma – Great time!

2.  Bob Elliott -  Happy New Year to everyone

3.  Pat Dyck – Belated Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all  - went to St. Marten’s for 3 weeks – Ken didn’t want to come home

4.   Devon Biddle – Had excellent Ukrainian Christmas with Robert Kipling – Robert was great handling 15 kids

5.  Janice Leschinsky -  Had a nice break from Rotary and a cozy Christmas holiday

6.  Larry Hurren – January 10 his Mom turns 91 years old – is still doing really well

7.  Ted Morrison – first Christmas at the new house – instead of having 44 people for Christmas – went to daughter’s where there were 13 people – Sharron’s mom (93 years old) is in hospital with broken hip and failing kidneys  

8.  Alan Nason – won card draw but has received no cheque yet – Devon presented cheque for 30/70 draw - $191.00 to Alan

9.  Mike McLaren – Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

10.  Shayan Methot – At the top of his happy list he was to get pumpkin pie over the holidays

11.  Andy Lyons – had a great Christmas and New Years

12. Pres-Elect -  Robbie Larocque – took 17 players from a girls hockey team to a suite at the GM centre for an event – ate huge amounts of popcorn (approx 20 bowls). Great time. 

Ted Morrison -- Thank you to Haley McNamara – Great President and Ambassador for Rotaract who has managed to maintain a 4.0 grade average.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Robert Kipling for Lennis Trotter – Re:  Kids Safety Village  - Monday, January 13, 2014 – Kids Safety Village Meeting at 7:00 p.m.  

2.  Robbie Larocque - Al Finnigan has been able to secure a Via Rail prize worth over $800 for our Reverse Draw

3.  District 7070 Rotary Fundraiser – hockey gave – Toronto Marlies v. Bull Dogs – proceeds to Polio Plus – February 29, 2014

4.  Grant Management Seminar – need two people from our club to attend – MANDATORY IF WE WANT TO APPLY FOR ANY GRANTS FOR ANY PROJECTS!!!  Date:  Saturday, February 8, 2014 – Oshawa Shrine Club

5.  Bob Elliott – Guatemala Literacy Program - $339,191 was raised in 2013

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S):   

1 – Hayley McNamara, Shayan Methot, Cherlene Cheuns – Rotaractors from Durham College - UOIT

Introduced by Marion Mills  -- Marion is pleased to introduce and welcome the best Ambassadors we have ever had!

Cherlene Cheuns – 2nd year Legal Students, plays piano and soccer

Shayan Methot – 3rd year Business Accountant, Senior Student Ambassador, 1st year with Rotaract Club

Hayley McNamara – Rotaract President – has completed her event coordination studies

Update on Durham College Rotaract Club activities:

1.  Hayley - Rotaractors created a pin to present to people to who helped someone else, did something for someone else that was Rotarian Rotary – the  “Pay it Forward” pin.  This program was hugely successful in bringing awareness to the Durham College Rotoract program

2.  Shayan – Rotaract Club ran fundraisers for Horizon House –  Bake Sale and Purple Pinky – The bake sale raised $335.00. They also received an excellent story in the Durham College Chronicle regarding the polio eradication campaign

3.  Hayley – the Peace Photo Contest of 2012 – 2013 that was spearheaded by the Durham College – UOIT Rotaract Club was a great success with 180 submissions – a Canadian entry was the winner. They are looking forward to spearheading the 2013 – 2014 Peace Photo Contest and are partnering with India, Brazil and England Rotoract clubs.

4.  Cherlene – The Rotaractors enjoyed attending the Deerhurst Conference and attended the MLT(not sure, sorry) Challenges program presentation.  

5.  Cherlene  - their next big cause is Human Trafficking

6.  Hayley – The Durham College-UOIT Rotaract Club has 40 active members and another 280 students interested in the Rotaract Club.

7.  Hayley presented a cheque to Ted Morrison  for funds raised by the Durham College Rotaract Club for the Polio Plus campaign in the amount of $201.22.

Ted Morrison – Ted announced that the amount of $201.22 will immunize 1,000 children with the polio vaccine and thanked Hayley

 

GUEST SPEAKER:

#2.  Laura Vaillaincourt – Durham Philharmonic Orchestra

Update on Durham Philharmonic Orchestra – Audience Development Campaign

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  October 3, 2014 is the Mayor’s Philharmonic Gala

·         Regent theatre has 600 seats

·         Looking for sponsorship to encourage and enable students, seniors and other community residents to attend concerts

·         Looking at sponsorship costs of $31(approx) per student/seniors ticket and $53 (approx) per adult ticket

·         Sponsorship package of 5 concerts per year for Adults $265.00/$155.00 for students/seniors

Speakers thanked by Larry Hurren

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling 

                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

 Donna Clark Nov. 24th,

Bob Stewart Nov. 25th – Best Wishes to both

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

 none this week

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Robert Kipling drew the eight of hearts  

                

On The Door Next Week:          ????                               Bulletin Editor Next Week  Ted Morrison

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Robert Kipling is  HAPPY that Saskatchewan won the Grey Cup and for the success of our Rotary Class Act fundraiser

 

 Bob Stewart told a Skatethon story, and one about a client who bought a condo for his daughter, who is attending university (he could not find suitable accommodation!!??)

 

 Eamonn Doyle – escaping to the south for three weeks, and welcome to Sandy McDowell another journalist

 

 Larry Hurren  – special hockey recognition for his grandson, Ben; also for our support of his grandson (sorry Larry, I forgot his name) in the Rotary Skateathon

 

Marion Mills  – the miracle return of a “little red hen” in Nashville

 

 Devon Biddle – success of Class Act; Jill Fisher winning 50/50 (Myles bought ++tickets); donation to Foundation; SAD that the Tiger Cats lost!!!

 

  Carol Reading  – order for cakes and hams will be placed tomorrow, delivery Dec. 2

 

  Bob Koski  – happy he could fix his neighbours’ computer problem

 

 Alan Nason  – successful Class Act; good play

 

 President Al Finnigan – Class Act – great play, sell out crowd

 

 Eman Attala– happy to be here

 

ANNOUNCEMENT:

 RobbieLarocque has submitted our application to participate in the Purple Woods Maple Sugar Festival in March 2014; also a request for HELP, he needed a ride home – several Rotarians offered assistance

 

Carol Reading – cut off for orders for cakes and hams                                    

 

Bob Koski  – “thanks” to committee, those who donated prizes (Marion Mills, Mike McLaren, Sandy McDowell and Kim Boatman, Andy Lyons, Bob Stewart) and all members for success of Class Act Fundraiser; a SELL OUT; the most money raised to date, $7,303.00

 

 President Al Finnigan  – Read a “Thank You” Letter from Simcoe Hall Settlement House for donation towards Christmas Hampers (more than 1400 families in need); World Community Service Committee donation to Jinja Connection (our speaker two weeks ago) to help provide for street children in this small African community; complimentary tickets available (from Sandy McDowell) for Victorian Christmas on Saturday December 7th at the Oshawa Museum; Skatethon December 1st, 1130 – 2:00, pictures taken today

 

 Hilda Finnigan – passing around sign up sheet for Participation House Dinner – Dec. 3rd; Christmas Potluck, Tuesday December 10th hosted by Lennis and Esther Trotter, sign up to attend and to donate a dish for dinner; last year’s information available if needed – time is moving quickly

 

ROTARY MOMENT??   - President Al Finnigan presented Sandy McDowell with her Rotary Pin and the Rotary information package

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : 

This portion of our meeting tonight consisted of the Annual Meeting of our Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation ,  our Club’s Foundation and was conducted by Past President Devon Biddle.  Devon explained the purpose of founding the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood Charitable Foundation (not to be confused with Rotary International Foundation).  Charitable receipts can be issued to those who donate to our club through our foundation.  Minutes of the meeting of Nov. 2012 were accepted as printed.  Officers of the Club Foundation are Past Presidents of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood.  Monies accumulated in this account can be utilized for our donations to other registered charities.

 

   Hilda Finnigan took a few minutes to explain the “challenge” being issued to Rotary Clubs in District 7070.  This challenge is to significantly “increase” the number of people who have “registered consent” to donate organs and tissue at the time of their death.  This campaign is supported by our District 7070 Governor Valarie Wafer and will be issued to all Presidents in the near future.  Oshawa Parkwood has a campaign page set up – to participate in the challenge – go to beadonor.ca/oshawaparkwoodrotary-org click on register or check consent.  From there follow the directions on the page and you will see that you are already registered or you may register at that time.  Hilda will be collecting data every three months with the help of staff from Trillium Gift of Life Network.  You should also encourage family and friends to participate in this challenge.  Let’s see what we can do as Rotarians to increase these numbers – no monetary donation required – just TWO minutes of your time.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                                   MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Nov. 19, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.      

                                                                                                                                                                          

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Myles Fisher

                                   

O Canada: Petr Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott  

                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

 Best Wishes to Eamon Doyle

Bob and Launi Elliott celebrating 50 yrs on November 23rd

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

Jennifer Frey – Whitby Sunrise Club;

Kim Boatman,

Sandy McDowell,

Kelly Lloyd

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Devon drew the three of spades

                

On The Door Next Week:   Carol Reading                            Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Marion Mills for the success of Class Act Dinner Theatre and for Juri (our exchange student) who turned 20 on Nov. 9th and is attending university, according to her plan;

 

Bob Koski for the ticket sales and raffle ticket prize donations for Class Act

 

 Larry Hurren passing around his grandson’s skatethon pledge sheet

 

 David Andrews for a successful Leadership Institute, birthday party for Bob Wallace, thanks to the press coverage re our cakes and hams, and the traffic jam caused by the Santa Claus Parade

 

 Ted Morrison for the continuing saga of his move!!, for his mother in law moving to Hillsdale, and for the positive evaluations received for David’s presentation at the  Leadership Institute

 

 Carol Reading for the press coverage of the Cakes and Ham Project and phone calls received

 

 Kris Sachdeva for a reminder that Nov. 14th was the birthdate of the first Prime Minister of India and that he had written a paper in school regarding this man

 

 Lennis for a good membership meeting

 

Kim Boatman enjoying the “fun” of this meeting

 

 Jodi noting press coverage of the parade including her 95 yr old friend John Richardson on the front page

 

Pres. Al thanking club members for their ongoing commitment and hard work

 

 Alan Nason a sad buck – the plumber got caught in the traffic jam!?!

 

 Robert Kipling for the success of the Saskatchewan Rough Riders and his distress at being caught in the traffic jam enroute to the LCBO on Saturday – had to ask spectators to move chairs so that he could get home!!!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS -  

Carol Reading – the deadline for orders for cakes and hams is  December 2nd

Marion Mills – 199 tickets sold for Class Act;  Hilda Finnigan – Christmas Potluck Dinner on Tuesday December 10th, hosted by Lennis and Esther Trotter – sign up sheet will be circulated starting next week; Jodi Hewett – Participation House Christmas is on Tuesday December 3rd - $40.00 per person – sign up sheet is circulating; Devon Biddle – Annual General Meeting of Parkwood Foundation is Tuesday November 26th; Pres. Al – Board Meeting will be at 5PM on Dec. 17th prior to our regular meeting, the preliminary meeting for Reverse Draw 2014 is tonight at 8PM- Reverse Draw draw May 8th 2014

 

ROTARY MOMENT  for this meeting was the induction of a new member, Kim Boatman.

      Kim and her sister Sandy McDowell own and operate The Oshawa Express newspaper, a weekly community paper in the City of Oshawa. Born in New Brunswick, both women moved to Ontario at a young age and have a strong commitment to family and community.  Kim joined Sandy in the newspaper business ten years ago and together they have developed  the Oshawa Express newspaper.  Both are looking forward to participating in the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood. 

     Kim was presented with her Rotary Pin and name badge.  She expressed her thanks to Lennis Trotter for introducing her (and Sandy) to Rotary, stating that she is looking forward to learning more and participating in club activities. Members present welcomed Kim with a round of applause

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Lennis Trotter introduced Jennifer Frey from the Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise who gave a presentation on membership enhancement including a short video.  This outlined the need for clubs to make some adjustments in the traditional methods in order to attract and maintain young professionals in Rotary. Jennifer also noted that she was introduced to Rotary through the RYLA Program and encouraged to attend by Todd Skinner.

 

                                  Jodi Hewitt introduced Kelly Lloyd who spoke about the Big Brothers/Big Sister organization.  This organization focuses on children ages 6 – 18 years of age who have a need for companionship/mentoring outside of their home setting.  Currently, there are approx. 350 children being mentored and some 50+ on the waiting list.  90% are boys and some have been waiting for more than 2 years.  There are several programs available – the traditional 1/1 mentoring, couples for kids, in school mentoring, Big Bunch (for children on the waiting list), Go Girls and Game On (for ages 5 – 8).  There is always a need for volunteers in these programs.

Marion Mills thanked Kelly for her presentation, noting the positive impact of this program for children and that some of our members have been/are involved.

 

Meeting Adjourned

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

                     MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 12, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Larry Hurren

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling                                                                                       

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Kristen Kellam November 12

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Kim Boatman, Sandy McDowell, Kelly Lloyd, Allison Edwards, Heather Edwards

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Devon Biddle drew the Queen of Diamonds

 

                

On The Door Next Week:  Carol Reading                          Bulletin Editor Next Week  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS :

- Jodi Hewett is pleased that the Santa Claus Parade is once again looking very successful (Nov. 16th)

- Dave Andrews – pleased to participate with other members in the Remembrance Day Parade and placing of our wreath; proud that his cousins actually had “Tea with the Queen” on a recent trip to England;

- Devon celebrating the birth date of opening his own  business – 40 yrs ago – Nov. 14th, 1973;

- Mike McLaren – thankful of the many worthy causes supported by Rotary;

- Larry Hurren will be collecting for his grandsons’ participation in Skatethon;

- Marion Mills – had a great weekend in Nashville with her Mother and other family, did not really need to hear about Mayor Ford on the Nashville news station???, also, noted it is always wise to bring your wallet to Rotary meetings!!;

 - EmanAttala  very proud of her son Rawy and his achievements recognized at Commencement - raising $65,000 for Relay for Life – “He Will Make a Difference” for our world;

- MarshaChambers – really happy that her 20 yr old car, loaded made it to the west end of Toronto without a mishap, and is enjoying sharing a house with her friend, although some adjustments have to be made on both their parts;

- Bob Koski thanked everyone for their efforts in ensuring another successful Class Act Night, also, some trivia – today is 11/12/13!!!;

- Hilda Finnigan sad to see the snow today, wants to be in the sunny south;

- Ted Morrison – the move is coming close and work is getting done – Sharron is planning her shopping trip!!;

- WalterStewart attended the Peter Perry Awards Dinner in Whitby where Todd Skinner was recognized with the naming of an award “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” in his honour; also welcomed our prospective new member

ANNOUNCEMENTS :

- Hilda Finnigan – Rotary Christmas Party will be hosted by Lennis and Esther on Tuesday Dec. 10th, same format as last year with everyone bringing a dish – Hilda and Esther will cook ham and turkey

 - Marion Mills – Cakes and Hams will be ordered on November 25th – orders due NOW

 - Carol Reading’s brother is back in hospital

-  Bob Koski – Class Act ticket sales at 180+; there will be raffle tickets and a 50/50 draw; sellers                                                                needed

- Ted Morrison – reminded us of the disaster in the Phillipines and suggested that our club donate $2000.00 which will purchase two shelter boxes,(will become $4000.00 when  matched by the District) – Motion by Ted, seconded by Larry Carried. 

- Jodi Hewett – Participation House Christmas Dinner – Tuesday December 3rd, $40.00/plate

-  Devon Biddle – annual meeting of Oshawa Parkwood Foundation will be on Tuesday November 26th

- Pres. Allan Finnigan – Short Board Meeting tonight at 8PM; Reverse Draw meeting on Tuesday No. 19th

 

ROTARY MOMENT:

Hilda Finnigan shared her thoughts on Rotary, making new friends, involvement in projects such as Safety Village,  Ribfest, Conferences, etc.. Doing good things for others and sharing in the comraderie of the club and others are very important aspects of what Rotary has to offer.

GUEST SPEAKER  : 

Jodi Hewett introduced Kelly Lloyd, Heather Edwards and Allison Edwards.  Allison spoke to us about the “Jinja Connection” an education based program for children living on the streets and other vulnerable areas around Jinja in Uganda.  There is a commitment to provide education, medical care and intent to return the child to the family environment of there own culture and community.

    Devon Biddle thanked Allison for sharing this program and its’ needs with us.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

             MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday November 5, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Alan Nason

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Sam Ruparelia                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  none

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Kim Boatman and Sandra McDowell – guests of Lennis Trotter (apology for not having last names)

                                                    Sue Simson – guest speaker

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Pat Dyck drew the 7 of clubs   

                

On The Door Next Week: Carol Reading                         Bulletin Editor Next Week  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  Lennis announced a Safety Village Meeting Monday November 18; 7PM @ Safety Village

                                        Membership Committee meeting November 19th; 5PM prior to regular Rotary meeting

                              Dave Andrews – any overage in Halloween candy please donate for skatethon; plans coming together well – on Rink #2 this

                                                     year – registration in same area as before

                                  Bob Koski – Class Act; November 20th – meeting 8PM tonight – raffle prizes needed ++

                                  Hilda Finnigan – update on members, Bob Elliott recovering from knee surgery; Janice Lechinsky dealing with family issues;

                                  wreath ordered for Remembrance Day – members invited to march to Memorial Park on November 11th ; support approved

                                   for Interact Club at MCVI; Bob Stewart will present our award at MCVI commencement on Friday November 8th

                               sacrificing a Leafs game to do this -  Way to go Bob!!

                                Andy Lyons – cake and ham orders due next week

                               Pres. Al – Polio Day article in Oshawa Express; Engage Rotary Pins on the tables – please take one

                               Marsha Chambers – moving day on November 8th – will be back at least once a month, weather permitting       

HAPPY BUCKS  Dave Andrews – Rotary Leadership Institute in Barrie a Success; comment re the size of the District;

                        happy that Skatethon is coming together well

                           Kris Sachdeva – Movember – recognizing Prostate Cancer Month/ one in 6 – 10 men will get it

                           Larry Hurren – had 5 numbers in Lotto Max – only $130.00 in winnings – disappointed!!

                          Ted Morrison – never moving again (included an unprintable threat to Sharron)

                          Alan Nason – wife will not allow a mustache

                          Andy Lyons – Carol and Devon doing a good job with cakes and hams; noted the President’s picture in the paper 

                        Lennis Trotter – welcome to Kim and Sandra

                          Robert Kipling – noted that in spite of the e reader, book sales at the Library saw an income of $22,000

                               Thanks to Rotarians who participated – next sale will be April 2014

                          Bob Koski – no one around to play golf so spent this nice day raking leaves!!!

                          Bob Stewart – offered raffle prize for Class Act

                          Sam Ruparelia – “happy”

 

ROTARY MOMENT   Devon Biddle told us how he got involved and has stayed involved for over 37 years; first memories of Rotary are from high school years when living in Ajax and attending functions sponsored by Rotary Clubs; had been invited to join Kiwanis but with two young children and his own business thought he was “too busy”!

He met Lennis in 1976 and was invited to Parkwood Rotary; recognized a number of members and enjoyed the scotch before a meeting “got the dust out of his mouth”!! Has now switched to wine!!

Memories include – selling tickets on a van; the challenge of getting this vehicle in and out of malls; social events; contacts in business; conferences

Served on the Board – Vice Pres., President, Secretary (for eighteen years), likes to” mind other people’s business”; now treasurer; appreciates Rotary’s focus on giving back, community and vocational service,

      Fellowship and comradrie is great “his friends are here”.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Hilda Finnigan introduced Sue Simeson, Principal of Clara Hughes Public School

      The facts presented by Sue were astounding to many of us. Clara Hughes Public School has 550 students many of whom are living below the poverty line.  Statistics in Durham show 10%; in Oshawa 20%!!!  These children often have health problems and developmental disorders resulting in lower education and living in poverty as adults.  There are nine schools in Oshawa identified as having children in need.  At Clara Hughes the focus is to increase academic levels among the children, supporting parents to become involved, partnering with community resources and programs to accomplish this. In return children are encouraged to give back.

                         Ignite – lifelong learning; Celebrate – our community; Dream – of an empowered future

    Marsha Chambers thanked Sue for her presentation which outlined some realities for our club members.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, October 29, 2013 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

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Door:   Walter Stewart

Bulletin:   Jodi Hewett & Marsha Chambers

Sgt. At Arms:  Alan Nason

Grace:  Hilda Finnigan

O Canada:  Peter Dueck

Toast to the Queen:  Shawn Kellam

                                                                                                                                                                                   

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

None this week

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Walter Stewart

Speaker:   Irania Ledesme – Aids Society of Durham

Wayne Routly, Assistant District Governor  (Bowmanville Club)

Emmanuel Iheme – Sergeant Durham Regional Police  (Oshawa Club)

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:            Andy Lyons                                                       Card Drawn:      6 of Spades                .    

                

On The Door Next Week:                                   Bulletin Editor Next Week:

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Ted Morrison – Thanks to Jodi for our Club District 7070 Conference  Hospitality Suite

                            - Having fun disconnecting utilities for his upcoming   move

                            - Praised Hilda’s speech of beadonor.ca  breakout session at the District 7070 Conference

2.  Wayne Routly – Won a Tim Horton gift certificate for putting contest in our Club’s Hospitality Suite at the District Conference

3.  Mike McLaren – attended courses re:  Estate Planning and Retiree survey

4.  Robbie Larocque – Enjoyed family time in pumpkin patch

                                  - Robbie and Terri-Lynn had great time at District 7070 Conference

5.  Bob Koski – had a great trip to London & Paris (A Tale of 2 Cities)

                       -  Took 6 days to adjust to time zone

6.  Devon Biddle – kudos to Jodi for our District 7070 Conference Hospitality Suite

                            - $162.50 in donation jug for PolioPlus from our putting contest at the District Conference

7.  Andy Lyons – Represented our Rotary Club at Band Memorial Friday night – concert and service) at the Regent Theatre

                        - 60th Anniversary of Korean War

8.  Walter Stewart – Walter & Sue attended a charity dance for A.L.S.

9.  Robert Kipling – Giant Book sale at McLaughlin Library

10.  Hilda Finnigan – Great District 7070 Conference and our club’s hospitality suite

                               -  Alan Nason & Wife, Hilda and Al and Judith Upoff enjoyed lunch at the Nason’s

11.  Al Finnigan – Great job Jodi for all the work and signage at the District 7070 Conference Hospitality Suite

                          -  enjoyed the entire District 7070 Conference

12.  Allan Nason – ended with “Life is what you make it” joke

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

1.  Andy Lyons – sent catalogues around for Friday Night’s Remembrance concert and Service at the Regent Theatre

                           showing our Club’s half page ad supporting our veterans

                         - will be back from his cruise on December 9, 2013

                         - Devon Biddle and Carol Readinf are co-ordinating the Cakes & Hams sales

2.  Bob Koski  - Class Act Dinner Theater Tickets – have sold 172 to date – Committee meeting next week re raffles, draws

3.  Dave Andrews – Skate-a-Thon – Please stay for extra 15 minutes after status and distribution of forms

4.  Al Finnigan – Janice Leschinksy’s son has been found         

                        -  Terry’s mother passed away last Friday

5.  Hilda Finnigan – perhaps Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood can make a donation in Terry’s name

6.  Devon Biddle - $3,000 plus has been donated in memorium to our foundation – suggested donation to the Safety Village

7.  Robert Kipling – as Terry is involved in International Services perhaps donation to International Services

8.  Al Finnigan – Stephanie Fox Comrey (teacher at MCVI and Whitby Rotarian)  – thank you from McLaughlin (girls night out)

                        - Bob Stewart will present our club’s award cheque at McLaughlin CVI  Commencement

Presentation:

Presentation was made by Hilda Finnigan to Irania Ledesme in the amount of $597.00 being the donations from the 2012 Trump AIDS Poker Walk

Speaker: Emmy Iheme, Incoming President of the Oshawa Rotary Club told our club about his work in the anti doping at the last 2 winter Olympics and his ongoing work with testing of professional athletes in Canada.

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                                    MINUTES OF MEETING :  October 22, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                

Toast To The Queen :  Myles Fisher

Sgt. At Arms:  Alan Nason

Bulletin:  Marsha Chambers for Jodi Hewett  (THANKS MARSHA – AWESOME JOB!!)                                                                        

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Birthday – Jill Fisher – October 25

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Kim Boatman – guest of Lennis Trotter

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Robbie Larocque                                      Card Drawn:   Jack of Spades    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Walter Stewart             Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marsha Chambers for Jodi Hewett

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Devon Biddle – Happy Andy Lyons is going away

2.  Carol Reading – great time at Rotoract Meet & Greet on Monday Night at UOIT – Durham College

3.  David Andrews – enjoyed Monday luncheon meeting od the Oshawa Rotary Club with Past Rotary International

     President as the guest speaker Wilf Wilkinson

4.  Marsha Chambers – Wallet lost and money cleaned out at Freshco but wallet found and returned by Rotary recipient

5.  Andy Lyons – Hosted Jaycee Senate 30th Anniversary

6.  Hilda Finnigan – Enjoyed Saturday luncheon with 250 alumni of Ontario Nurses

7.  Kim Boatman – Thanks to Lennis for invite and she enjoyed the Rotary camaraderie

8.  Robert Kipling – Attended new Bistro 67 at Durham College and dined out with Caroline, Devon and Linda

9.  Ted Morrison – found another house – moves November 29

     - Rotarian Magazine this month (be sure to read the letter from R.I. President Ron Burton)

      Please note Andy Lyons says we’ll be there and help him even more

10.  Robbie Larocque – picked pumpkins with family at the Found Family Farm

11.  Al Finnigan – thanks to Jodi for help with our Rotary Club Hospitality Suite at the upcoming Rotary District 7070

        Conference at Deerhurst Resort this weekend

12.  Alan Nason – Thanks to Andy for promotion re: cakes and hams co-chair

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

1.  Devon Biddle – The Rotaract / Rotary District 7070 Dinner to assist UOIT students , held October 4 at Tosca were a

     phenomenal success with all proceeds from pledges, draws, tickets, etc = $65,500 plus some major donors

     announcing even more donations

 

2.  Robert Kipling – brought in a copy of Oshawa Times November 23, 1979, naming Andy Lyons Jaycees Young Man of

    the Year and gave it to Andy for memories sake

 

3.  Hilda Finnigan – handed out the Revised Members List and asked everyone to please check and make necessary

    changes

 

4.  Dave Andrews – Skate-a-thon – December 1st -  pledge sheets will be here next week – to cut down print costs – we

     need everyone’s help next week – from 8:00 to 8:30 p.m. – to number the sheets and distribute them to the leagues

 

5.  Andy – Al Nason named co-chair for Hams & Cakes/Hams & Cakes will be delivered to Devon Biddle’s house

 

6.  Al Finnigan – re:  Our Hospitality Suite at the District 7070 Conference on Friday night will feature Puttin’ for Polio,

    And  Safety Village brochures, Room 325 at Deerhurst Resort – wear your golf clothes and help us out

 

7.  October 24 proclaimed “Polio Day in Oshawa” by Mayor John Henry and Presidnet Alan Finnigan received The

    Proclamation to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood from fellow Rotarian and Mayor John Henry

 

8.  there will be a short Board meeting afterwards tonight

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

Terry DeYoung – spoke of importance of giving back to the community, more than you get, instilled by his parents at a very early age. And thanked Dave Andrews for inviting him to join Rotary and when he got to his first meeting , he runs into fellow skier Andy Lyons. Amazing

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :   Ted Morrison

Ted spoke on Historical significance of Rotary’s Association with the United Nations and World Health Organizations and gave us a comprehensive updated report on the status on the United Nations Millennium Goals and where the world stands, as it gets closer to the 2015 target date. In short, many targets have been met or are in reach. For more information on those goals, be sure to go to  http://www.un.org/millenniumgoals/pdf/report-2013/mdg-report2013_pr_global-english.pdf

The UN Millennium goals so closely resemble the Rotary Foundation’s 6 Areas of Focus. And if it were not for Rotary, the UN Millennium Goals may not be as far along as they are . Thanks Rotarians.

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

 

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, October 15, 2013 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

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Door:    Walter Stewart

Bulletin:           Jodi Hewett

Sgt. At Arms:  Andy Lyons

 

Grace:                 Kris Sachdeva

O Canada:           Marion Mills                                                                                                                                      

Toast To The Queen:  Hilda Finnigan                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

1. Birthday – October 16 – Cheryl Carter

2. Birthday – October 19 – Terri Lynn Larocque

3. Birthday – October 15 – Ken Dyck

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Walter Stewart

Rotoractors:    Hayley McNamara and Ryan Reid

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:           Robert Kipling                     Card Drawn:              4 of Spades                .    

                

On The Door Next Week:       Walter Stewart                                 Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Jodi Hewett

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Eman Attalla – On November 1st Rawy is receiving a Memorial Honour in New York – can’t go due to schooling

2.  Carol Reading – Wonderful weekend –ate turkey for 3 days

3.  Marion Mills – Welcome to our Rotoractors

4.  Devon Biddle – Best Man at a Wedding in Taralok, Indiana – cousin didn’t know where Cape Spear NFLD was even though is closer to it in the U.S.

5.  Marsha Chambers – Visited her new home in Toronto – picked grapes/apples – got house key

6.  Pat Dyck – Ken Dyck’s birthday today – HAPPY BIRTHDAY was sung with a “CHA-CHA-CHA!”

7.  Bob Stewart – Rhonda and Bob saw “Rush” car racing movie – good!

8.  Robert Kipling – 1.  Sad buck – didn’t pick the Ace of Spades/2.  Went to Muslim Friends for dinner to celebrate the Islamic holiday – had turkey

9.  Lennis Trotter – 1.  Went to Hershey – his friend passed away while in Hershey/2.  Sundridge – Mom’s last sibling passed away

10.  Hilda Finnigan – 1.  Happy to have Rotoractors with us/2.  Closed trailer on the weekend

11.  Larry Hurren – raked leaves and suffered for two days

12.  Kris Sachdeva – Kris spent Thanksgiving with his grandkids – ate turkey for two days

13.  Walter Stewart – Is happy

14.  Dave Andrews – Welcome to our Rotoractors

15.  Ted Morrison – sold house but closing date is on Sharron’s annual New York shopping trip weekend so he may be moving on his own

October 15 – is Global Handwashing Day around the world

16.  Ryan Reid – Happy to be here

17.  Hayley McNamara – Happy to come and visit

18.  Andy Lyons – 1. Noticed nobody missed him/2.  Had good visit with grandkids in Ottawa

19.  Al Finnigan – 1. Welcome to Ryan & Hayley/2.  Enjoyed Mandarin Social Night 

    

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Andy Lyons – Andy has cakes and hams flyers and forms

2.  Ted Morrison –

    - Friday, Nov. 1 – Canadian Embassy – meet the Ambassador for Canada plus dinner cruise

   - Saturday, November 2 – Rotary Day at the United Nations in New York – Cost $45.00 (you must make your         own transportation and hotel arrangements)

3.  Marion Mills – Class Act night – November 16, 2013 – Marion has tickets and will get letter out to group to assist sales/door prizes items are needed

4.  Al Finnigan - Rotary 7070 District Conference in Huntsville – Hospitality suite:  “Golfers Dream”  wear your golf clothes

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - Larry Hurren

Larry found cassette tapes and one was a recording of a Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Bulletin, narrated by Rod Ross from the September 19, 1983 meeting. It was really well done – cassette was very clear for its age  – approximately 15 minutes long  

 

Cakes & Hams were being sold at that time for Cakes $9.00 and $10.50 and Hams = $25.00

 

SPECIAL CHEQUE PRESENTATION  - Al Finnigan/Devon Biddle

On behalf of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, a cheque for $1,000 was presented to Rotoractors Hayley McNamara and Ryan Reid to thank them for their wonderful assistance again at Ribfest this year.

Hayley advised that part of the funds would be going to purchase a camera for the winner of the International Rotoractors Photo contest.

Eman Attalla thanked them for their hard work and commitment to being Rotoractors

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, October 1, 2013 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

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Grace:   Jodi Hewett

                                   

O Canada:  Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Andy Lyons                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Birthday – Katie Osborne – October 3

Birthday – Hilda Finnigan – October 4

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Walter Stewart

Justice of the Peace Duncan Read (Speaker)

Mrs. Anne Read

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:            Bob Koski                                           #388       Card Drawn:      8 of Spades                .    

                

On The Door Next Week:       Walter Stewart                                 Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Jodi Hewett

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1. Robert Kipling – Attended the 420 Wing Sabre Jet Restoration Fundraiser – had a great time

2. Marsha Chambers – sold her house for over asking price- real estate agent will purchase ticket for Class Act fundraiser and possible sponsor for Kids Safety Village – well done Marsha!!

3.  Bob Koski – stopped shaving after last Rotary meeting and is enjoying people’s reactions -  does he really look like Sean Connery?

4.  Dave Andrews – spent 3 weeks at the East Coast – enjoyed the beautiful scenery and had a great trip

5.  Eman Attala – went to Hamilton University to celebrate son Rawi’s birthday – learned signs about University life i.e. socks on door knob means that person has a visitor overnight….

6.  Terry Deyoung – Mom had another stroke so is busy with his mom’s residence plans

7.  Hilda Finnigan – her oldest daughter just turned 50 but Hilda is turning 29??????

Update on Anne Ross – Anne is home but had ended up with untreated pneumonia

8.  Mike McLaren – his wife found a good deal on a dress $$$$ but he ended up with a Visa gift card from the courier company for $100

9.  Ted Morrison – Dave Andrews & Ted taught at the Rotary Institute in Belleville – lots of new young Rotarians

10. Andy Lyons – HAS to go on another cruise in the new year

11. Jodi Hewett – had book sale at work and His Worship and Anne were big book contributors

12.  Al Finnigan – Marshalling days at the golf course are ending

13.  Anne Read – received a Rotary scholarship when she was 18 years old and is very happy to see Rotary supporting polio

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

1.  Jodi Hewett – Update on Mary Street Public School – this will probably be last year for donating actual pens and paper- school supplies/ Jodi is meeting with Principal to discuss future projects – Jodi has volunteered Rotary members to assist with reorganization of a storage room at the school – Principal will keep us posted

Mandarin Night – last night to sign up

 

2.  Andy Lyons – Cakes and Hams – delivery date will be after December 15 as Andy will be away – All orders are to be in to Alan Nason by November 25, 2013

 

3.  Bob Koski – Class Act Fundraiser  - $65.00 per person - cheques are preferred - Tax receipt is $30 – Devon & Robert will do 50/50 – Laura Carey will do raffle ticket sales/Marion will do table arrangements

 

4.  Alan Nason – Foundation Walk – Sunday October 6,2013 in Newmarket – approximately 8 from our club are going – be sure to sign Alan’s sponsor sheet

 

5.  Ted Morrison – McLaughlin Collegiate Scholarship

World Polio Day – October 24 – Oshawa Mayor will make proclamation – try to get flag for City Hall – can be used each year

U.N. has declared October 15 – National Clean Washing Hands Day- 1 million lives saved last year by washing hands

6. Al Finnigan – Ribfest & Paint cans (from Bill Patchett) – Total of $413.00 together - $213 will go towards Polio and $200 will go to Bill Patchett for paint cans

 

New Generations – from Ribfest proceeds we are giving UOIT Rotoractors $1,000 for their assistance – they have asked for monetary support for a camera for their Email contest and for a banner – Board will suggest they use some of this $1,000 to purchase those items with the balance for them to start off their new year.

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT   - Lennis Trotter

- was introduced to Rotary in 1976 by Ben Bailey – when joined Oshawa-Parkwood there were 27  Charter members

Lennis was instrumental in bringing to the club the Skate-a-thon and Kids Safety Village projects

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :   Justice of the Peace Duncan Read – Speaking on Polio

Introduced by: Jodi Hewett

Thanked By:  Marion Mills

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 24, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace: Alan Nason

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :   Robert Kipling                                                                                      

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Birth Days - none, Anniversaries – Mike and Colleen, their 30th 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Alan Nason – Foundation Walk – October 6 in Newmarket. 

 

Jodie Hewett – Mandarin Nite at the Armories, Tuesday Oct 8.  She also provided an update on the Mary Street School start of school year student supplies – courtesy  of our club. 

 

Al Finnigan – Rib Fest was a lot of hard work, but was worth it as we had a net profit of some $3,100.

 

He and Hilda will be celebrating 10th Anniversary this week.

 

Ted Morrison outlined a potential $5K fundraiser for our club in the selling of Poinsettias to local businesses this Christmas Season.  He noted that this idea was provided by Bill Patchett and the funds would be used to support our club and Polio Eradication.  Ted cautioned that this could very well conflict with our selling of Class Act Dinner Theatre tickets and our sales of Christmas Cakes and Hams.  Some of the club members commented that these Poinsettia Sales have been done by local church groups to our local merchants.  No positive consensus resolution at this time.    

 

Class Act Fundraiser – Bob Koski announced that 129 tickets have been distributed to members.

 

Rotoract Dinner – Devon mentioned that our club has reserved two tables and only have three seats remaining to be filled. 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

        Winner:   Sam Ruparelia                      Card Drawn:  Deuce of CLUBS            

                

HAPPY BUCKS:

Eman – happy to be here.     Hilda – for successful rib-fest and noted that Anne Ross was in hospital. 

     

Ted Morrison – going golfing with Finnigan … Sharron away.       Jodie just happy to be here.

 

Pat Dyck – thanks for the fruit basket for Ken.     Bob Koski- $1.40 – great weather for walking outdoors.  

 

Devon Biddle - $1.50 (raised the bet) – back from NWT and Greenland.   Mike McLaren – saw the buck fifty and raised to $2.00 – completed the hosting of the golfers from Scotland. 

 

90 cents – Lennis talked about the Diefenbaker Bunker.

 

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison                   Bulletin Editor Next Week Jodie Hewett

 

ROTARY MOMENT –NONE this week.  Lennis Trotter to speak next week.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Hilda Finnigan spoke about Club Service.  Hilda named the committee members: Marsha Chambers, Robert Kipling, Bob Koski, Janice Leschinsky, David Mankiewicz, Alan Nason and “Birdie Bobby” Stewart.

She summarized our 2013-14 Budget and provided amounts and events that we typically support:  Simcoe Hall Settlement House, Salvation Army, Partners in Service, McLaughlin High School and Participation House.

Thanked by President Al Finnigan.

President Alan adjourned the meeting.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 17, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.    

                                                                                                                                                                            

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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 Grace:   Al Finnigan  

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O Canada: Al Finnigan

 

Toast to Queen: Al Finnigan

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  - None

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:    None

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Alan Nason – Foundation Walk – October 6 in Newmarket. Alan gathered financial support from attendees and will continue to circulate “the list” next week.

Al Finnigan – Our profit from the Rib Fest weekend should be in the $2-3K range.  Final costs have not been tabulated. 

 

Al Finnigan – reminded us of Oct 8 Mandarin Evening with spouses/partners at the Armories.  Please let Jodie know if you are coming.  Regular dinner fees of $20.00 and attendees must learn one phrase in Mandarin.   Should be fun.

 

Devon announced the Oct 4 Rotoract Dinner at Tasco Hall.  Tickets $200 each in support of UOIT student tuition Fees.

 

Tonight Devon sold a lot of Raffle Tickets on their behalf.  $2.00 each or 3 for $5.  (5 for $10 for us Rotarians.)

 

Walter Stewart thanked the club for our support.  We will all miss Todd Skinner. 

 

Bob Koski – launched our seventh season of having a Class Act Fundraiser.  Tickets are $65 each (with $30 going to our club).  He distributed 75 tickets to the Rotarians.  A great start to our endeavour.  Next week we will follow up with those members that were unable to attend this meeting.  Remember Wed Nov 20 is our night to see Christmas in Cancun.

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Not conducted this week.           

                

On The Door Next Week:   Andy Lyons                  Bulletin Editor Next Week Bob Koski

 

 Special Guest Speaker – Elizabeth Fernandez.

 

Elizabeth took us on a guided tour of the Simcoe Hall Settlement House.  Besides the main room used for distributing daily parcels of groceries and miscellaneous household necessities she showed us the other rooms containing back up supplies for this purpose.  She noted that there are 15,000 people/families that require assistance in the Oshawa area.

She showed us a picture of the gymnasium last Christmas.  It contained 1,500 holiday baskets of food and in each was a food voucher for a turkey.  Without the help of volunteers, they are unable to accomplish this feat.

She explained that the other food distribution facilities work with Simcoe Hall to ensure that the food is distributed fairly.

This facility caters to preschoolers, kids in school and seniors.  They were the foundation for the Girls and Boys Club of Oshawa and the Grandview Facility for developmentally challenged kids. Simcoe Hall has been operating since 1928. 

They offer an after school program whereby kids can use the gym, do their homework in a study room, and enjoy snacks.

This goes on 5 days a week and on two of these days they can also get dinner.  All for $5 per week. 

Hilda introduced and thanked Elizabeth.

The club enjoyed a catered dinner in the room used to host seniors every Friday … kind of appropriate.

 

Next meeting:  Tuesday Oct 24 at the Oshawa  Golf Club.   Club Forum with the emphasis on Community Service.

 

President Alan adjourned the meeting.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 9, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Monday, September 9, 2013 a meeting for our joint project to refurbish the 24 buildings, bring the roads, etc. up to current standards and to build an additional classroom and ‘smoke room’ at the Kid’s Safety Village was held at the Durham Regional Office in Whitby.  The meeting started at 5:30 pm. 

There were 16 Parkwood Rotarians, six Ajax Optimists and three representatives from the Durham Police.

Pizza, pop and water were provided for the attendees courtesy of the Durham Police.   

Lennis Trotter chaired the meeting.  He thanked the Durham Police on everyone’s behalf.

Each chairperson then proceeded to explain their areas of responsibility. 

Financial – Ron Mortson, Promotion/Marketing Mike Newman, Secretary – Robert Kipling, Media/Public Relations – Shawn Kellam, Sales – Dave Ryan and Site – Lennis Trotter.

A question and answer segment was conducted, along with several new ideas being put forward by the members.

One of the key items regarding the two year project is that the actual renovations to the Safety Village needs to be done basically in the summers of 2014 and 2015.  The preparatory work authorizing the funding must be done in advance of the actual upgrades.

Everyone from both clubs will be required to participate in some aspects of the preparatory activities in order to achieve our goals.  Volunteer in the area that your experience and interest can best be utilized.

The meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm.

             On The Door Next Week:   Andy Lyons                  Bulletin Editor Next Week Bob Koski

 

  Next week – Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013 meeting will be held at Simcoe Hall Settlement House 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 3, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Robbie Larocque

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling                                                                                       

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

BD- none, Anniv - Andy and Donna 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Bill Patchet, Frank Deregio and Sharron Morrison.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Ted Morrison – Foundation Walk – October 6 in Newmarket. 

Hilda  - needs help Sat aft and evening shifts for Rib Fest

Al Finnigan – recognized Mike McLaren as Rotarian of the Year for chairing the Reverse Draw in 2013 raising $17 K

Al Finnigan informed the club that this month our club forgave the $30K loan to the Kid’s Safety Village

Al Finnigan – our club is hosting a hospitality suite at the District Conference

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Al Finnigan                      Card Drawn:  Seven of hearts              .    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Andy Lyons                  Bulletin Editor Next Week Bob Koski

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

$5 Bill Patchet – happy for Frank.  Dave Andrews – happy for Eman Attalla and son visit tonite.

Ted Morrison – for Eman, Bill and Sharron.  Mike McLaren – daughter qualified as club professional.

Eman – for visit to Egypt and return to Canada.  Hilda – for Eman, rib-fest coming along fine.  Robert Kipling – for Frank.

Larry Hurren – for everyone that’s happy.  Al Finnigan – for rib fest finally coming this weekend.

Alan Nason – happy for Frank and Eman.

 

Special Guest – Frank Deregio.

President Alan Finnigan presented Frank with a Parkwood Rotary shirt and a plaque for the extraordinary service he provided our club for the past six years.

 

ROTARY MOMENT – Ted Morrison described the events leading up to his joining Rotary – 1962 as a student, ’72 attended Ajax club, ’84 Pt Perry club and finally ’94 with a luncheon interview with our club.  He became President in 1998 and District Governor in 2007.   Once he understood what Rotary Foundation was and meant, then he truly new the real meaning of Rotary. 

Ted used his Rotary Moment as his introduction of Bill Patchet.   

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Bill Patchet, Past District Governor.

Bill spoke to us about Polio and the drastic effects of this disease.  He touched on the development of the iron lung and the positive contributions polio survivors made to society.  He Talked about Salk Vaccine and how quickly the developed nations eradicated polio.  In 1985 Rotary International was asked by the World Health Organization to take the lead in ridding the entire world of Polio. 

He noted that Bill and Melinda Gates are donating one dollar for every dollar Rotary raises to end Polio.

 

He offered our club a way to raise funds for Polio.  He sold us 200 “dripless” Paint brush holders for $200, and we can sell them for 2 for $5 and use the profits to support this campaign.

Thanked By Ted Morrison, who declared that Bill is a generous and true Rotarian.

 

President Alan adjourned the meeting.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  August 27, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Larry Hurren

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott                                                                                            

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

 

Ian Lancaster     Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

 

Devon Biddle         Aug. 28th

David Andrews      Aug.  31st 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

√ Andy Lyons reminded us about the Cakes and Hams fundraiser.  Info. will be coming soon because he will be away before  Christmas, which means orders will need to be in earlier than usual. Be ready to place your final orders by  November 15 at the latest. Deliver will be about the second week of December.

√ Lennis Trotter reminded us of the joint meeting with the Optimists’ Club on Sept. 9th @ 5:30 pm.  It’ll be held at 605 Rossland  in   Whitby (Rossland & Garden) on the first floor of the Region of Durham Headquarters Building in Room 1A. This is our biggest Community Service Project in the last 20 years. We need everyone’s participation and attendance at this kickoff meeting, to make the”Kids Safety Village of Durham Region Renovation and Expansion Project” a real success.

√ Jodi Hewett is collecting $10 for school supplies for Mary Street P.S.  Her mom and step-dad are busy shopping for these and finding the best bargains! Be sure to get your $10 to Jodi as soon as possible.

√ Hilda: 1) is finalizing plans for Ribfest: still collecting $10 for pop and water

                                                                still a few volunteers needed in certain time slots

                         more volunteers are coming from former Interact, from Rotaract and from family &                          friends

Bill Stirling is looking for a replacement for a ticket seller from noon to 3 p on the Friday. This is a last minute request from Bill. If you can help , please give him a call at 905-725-7823.

             2)  please update your contact info. on the official name and Address Contact List for publication very soon and get the info to Hilda Finnigan

             3)  Sept. 17th Rotary meeting is at Settlement House, same time and same price for dinner. See you there.

√ Bob Koski : Reminder The  Class Act Dinner Theatre is Nov. 20th…ChrisTickets available soon,  Same price as last year.

√ President Al: 1) Board of Directors meeting is rescheduled to September 3rd at 5:00 pm at The Oshawa Golf Club

                         2) Sabre Jet fundraiser dinner is at The Armories on September 28th/dinner and dance $25/silent auction

                         3) next week, Frank will be our honoured guest; spouses are welcome to attend.

                         4) Bill Patchett will also attend next week to promote the Rotary / Rotaract UOIT scholarship dinner.

                         5) Rotary shirts are coming soon (via Mike McLaren).

                         6) Rotary District 7070 Conference is Oct. 25, 26 & 27 at Deerhurst: have you registered? Have you

                             booked your room yet? .

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

Kris Sachdeva shared his “Why I Joined Rotary” message.  Over 25 years ago, he was invited  by Ed Ryzek to  Happy Hour at The Magic Car Restaurant, and was surprised to see some of his colleagues there.  As he realized that this was a service club, he was encouraged by advice from his mother to “always serve humanity and to help the needy”.  Also, Charlie Rycroft encouraged Kris by sharing about the project to eradicate polio.

Kris has continued in our club for several reasons: to stay in touch/ to do some good for others/to enjoy fun and friendship/and to enjoy DESSERT!!  He has found our club to be well-organized and is happy and proud to be a member.   

           

                                   

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:     Carol               Card Drawn:  Ace ♥

 ** Carol reminded us that last time she had a chance to draw for the Ace of Spades, there were only 4 cards left in the deck, but no luck.  (Andy won the next week!)             .    

                

HAPPY BUCKS

● Hilda is happy that the bulletin roster is now filled and also that Ribfest plans are coming together nicely.

● Kris is glad to share his Rotary Moment.

● Larry: his grandsons (whom he loves dearly) were with him and Kay for I week…they’ve gone home now J

● Dave Andrews. really enjoyed Kris’s Rotary Moment

● Andy Lyons will be away from Nov. 18th to Dec. 10th, so orders for Cakes & Hams will need to be in before Nov. 18th and picked up after Dec. 10th .

● Walter and Sue are leaving for Italy on Thurs.

● Pat was sorry to miss the barbecue.  Ken had to have surgery, but is doing fine now.  Sadly, their dog was killed when it ran away from their daughter’s home.

 

● Jod Hewett ’s Uncle Chick Hewett was honoured as one of the bombers, featured in a Toronto Star story about WW II. Here is the article: http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/08/26/canadas_wwii_bombers_honoured_at_last_nearly_70_years_later.html

● Alan Nason is happy that Andy will be away.

● President Al will be spending a day with his twin 11 year-old grandsons.

● Sergeant-At-Arms Bob Koski levied fines on those Rotarians who did not have their Rotary pins: Lennis, Myles, Hilda, Shawn, Larry, Robert, Walter, Eamonn, Peter and Bob E.  (Bob E. has had to ask for an I.O.U.)

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Introduced by: Ted Morrison

Ian Lancaster is a third generation Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise where he is a Rotary Foundation Major Donor, a Benefactor and a Paul Harris Fellow.  He has been in the nursing profession for over 30 years, and led the Vocational Training Team to Japan where the team examined palliative care services.

His presentation to us was entitled: Palliative Care: How Might It Affect You?  He described palliative care approaches here in Ontario and compared/contrasted to those services in Japan.

Thanked By: President Al Finnigan

 

On The Door Next Week:  Andy Lyons          Bulletin Editor Next Week: Bob Koski

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

Meeting adjourned @ 8:10 pm

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  August 20, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Al Nason

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Walter Stewart                                                                                       

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

 

Terri Lynn and Robbie Larocque    Aug. 23

Rosemary and David Mankiewicz  Aug. 23

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

 

Dr. Colin Carrie-  Member of Parliament Oshawa

Shane Kelly – Assistant to Colin Carrie

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:     Terry DeYoung                                         Card Drawn:  Jack ♥              .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Marsha Chambers          Bulletin Editor Next Week: Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

√ Lots of Happy Bucks to say” thank you” and “great day” to Kay and Larry Hurren…Hilda, Al N., Dave A., Jodi, Carol, Marsha, Al F.

√ Hilda shared a Happy/Sad buck because she and Al Nason had recently enjoyed lunch and a visit with their former director of nursing and sadly, she passed away soon after.

√ Dave A. welcomed Colin Carrie to our club.

√ Andy was happy about our 2 cooks at the barbecue and also his ear has healed nicely and he has a “clean bill of health”.

√ Carol was happy about our 2 cooks too.

√ Jodi shared that Bob Chapman, board member for Big Brothers Big Sisters Oshawa Whitby, contributed to our fund to

purchase school supplies for Mary Street P.S.  Also, Jodi’s step-father did the same.

   Also, she and Dave will bring their Model T to auto-fest in Oshawa this weekend.

√ Larry was pleased to have everyone at his summer home for the barbecue and he also wondered if Ellie May Clampett

was joining us when he saw the Model T coming.

√ Lennis took his ’61 Olds to Peterborough to show it to the former owner.  When he did a Rotary meeting as a make-up, he was surprised that the speaker was one of our club members.

√ Marsha had car trouble after our barbecue get-together, but thankfully was able to make it to a friend’s house.

√ President Al does not want a specific picture from our barbecue to be published in The Star! (Ed.’s note: How about The Inquirer?)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Hilda: 1) Ribfest…sign up

             2) 3 spots to fill on bulletin roster

             3) $10 per member to cover cost of pop

             4) edit your info. on contact sheet

             5) we’re covered for volunteers to help with Oshawa Club’s ticket sales at Ribfest

  

• Al: we’re able to get coolers to use at Ribfest from Whitby Sunrise

• Jodi: 1) $10 for school supplies, please

            2) may have a source to get school supplies more cheaply

• Lennis:  joint meeting with Optimist Club is Sept. 9th @ 5:30, Rossland and Garden

• Andy: all of the “left-over” steaks are sold, so no need to auction them.

 • President Al: 1) Directors’ meeting, Sept. 3rd

                         2) dues will be higher as of Sept. 1st

                         3) Frank will be guest of honour Sept. 3

                         4) the Vocational Training Team from Japan will be here

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

Shawn shared that he has been involved in community groups for a long time, through Scouts and through family involvement.  He was invited (harassed?) by Lennis to join our club and has been very pleased for the opportunities of leadership growth, and especially for the fellowship. He also is very proud to be part of the project to eradicate polio.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Introduced by: David Andrews

Colin Carrie, MP, spoke about his time as MP in the House of Commons from 2004 to the present. He shared some “background” about the camaraderie (not always apparent to TV viewers), some unusual private members’ bills and concern for Ontario’s debt.

He extended an invitation to come to the House of Commons and also expressed his deep pride and gratification to be an MP.

Thanked By: Lennis Trotter

Meeting adjourned @ 7:45

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                                            MINUTES OF MEETING :  AUGUST 13, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Walter Stewart

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

 

Toast To The Queen:  Andy Lyons                                                                                           

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

August 12th:   Happy Birthday to Sam Ruparelia

August 12th: Happy Anniversary to Geoff and Katie Osborne

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Steve Rutledge  & Mike Yap,   Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Devon Biddle                                                                 Card Drawn: 2 of Diamonds               .    

                

On The Door Next Week:    Marsha Chambers                         Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Marion is sad to hear that Frank, our “Server Extraordinaire” is retiring, but very happy that our club is going to honour him with dinner and a memento.  Also, big thanks to Al Finnigan for helping with her mom’s move, especially the china cabinets.

 

Ted & Sharron have had 12 lawn bowling tournaments in the last 14 days.  He’s tired, but happy because they’ve been  winning!

 

Robert is sad that Frank is leaving

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Kris, Devon and David Andrews really enjoyed Larry’s Rotary Moment:  “Why I joined Rotary”.

 

Andy noted that he enjoyed Larry’s Rotary Moment, and that he’s glad that his worst critics were not at last week’s meeting when he presented his Rotary Moment.  (Editor’s note: our pact with Andy to keep his secrets is on thin ice!)

 

David Mankiewicz and his family enjoyed a vacation in California, and visited is brother and sister-in-law while there.

 

Hilda is happy that Ribfest is coming together.

 

Marcia shared that her car is 20 years old and will soon become  “classic”!

 

Steve Rutledge is happy that everything worked out well after a sponsor had to withdraw from the pledge of financial support for his charity.  Another generous donor has “stepped up”.

 

Mike Yap encouraged everyone to attend their fundraiser event on Sept. 28th.

 

Shawn Kellam is happy because he’s going to be an uncle again.

 

Larry shared Kay’s adventure about being sequestered for jury duty.  He’s thankful that it was only for one night,  especially since our barbeque get-together was coming up.  Devon shared Walter’s suggestion that the whole jury could  have come to the picnic!

 

Al Nason is pleased that’s he’s recovered well from his surgery.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Hilda:

1) we need volunteers for duty on the bulletin and door…HELP!

 2) Settlement House has offered us a tour & dinner on September 17th/same time & cost as here at the Golf  Club

 3) Ribfest- we have some youth who will volunteer for their Community Service hours/ do you know anyone who  could help?

                              - we also offer help to the R.C. of Oshawa, and in return we get our tents & spaces at no charge

                              - please help with costs by making some ice at home ahead of time

                              - Steve Rutledge may be able to supply coolers

                              - please edit the contact info. sheet if any of your info. has changed or is incorrect

 

 Devon: please peruse the financial statement that he’s provided and see/call him is you have questions or comments

 

 Larry: for our barbeque get-together this coming Saturday, please BYOB.  Also, Robbie’s son has a peanut allergy, so no  peanut products should be brought to the get-together.

 

 President Al:

1) Our club is going to honour Frank, our “Server Extraordinaire” by treating him to dinner at one of our  meetings and giving him a memento plaque.

 2) David Ruzsa’s mom passed away recently; David has gone out west to help with the settling of her estate.  He’ll be back home Aug. 18th.

                            

ROTARY MOMENT  

Larry Hurren shared his personal story about “Why I Joined Rotary”.  He spoke of Rotary as one of the “consistencies” in his life, along with marriage, family and career.  He was invited by Lennis, and has never been disappointed, especially with the fun and fellowship.  Larry mentioned some events & projects that were highlights for him: getting new members, doing fundraisers, scholarships, student exchanges and our polio projects.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Our speakers, Steven Rutledge and Mike Yap (R.C. of Whitby Sunrise) were introduced by Hilda.

 Their presentation, Adopt A Village In Laos , was a very informative video about the bombing of Laos during the Viet Nam War and the subsequent dire needs of the population.  The charity that Steve & Mike  have organized provides: schools, access to clean water (water filters), hygiene education and personal products like toothbrushes and toothpaste.

 

Our club is being asked to make a donation to this charity.

 

Thanked by: President Al

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

                   

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday August 6, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Pat Dyck

                                   

O Canada: Larry Hurren

 

Toast To The Queen :  Shawn Kellam      

                                                                                 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  None this week

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None this week

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: No Tickets – no draw!!!!.    

                

On The Door Next Week: Marsha Chambers      Bulletin Editor Next Week  Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Shawn Kellam glad to have a short week this week; very happy to be expecting a baby in February

Kris Sachdeva – good weekend and $1400 donated back to Reverse Draw from prize winner;

Hilda put in a sad buck for Dave Rusza whose mother is ill in BC;

Pat pleased to have her grand daughter driving, but sad she was not available when Ken wanted her;

Larry announced his 3rd grand son, Greg. born in June, good weekend at the cottage with family;

Marsha happy to have a map to Larry’s cottage;

Devon – Betty Mathews in Hillsdale, Linda has visited;

Dave Andrews pleased to be hearing about Safety Village this evening;

several members congratulated Shawn by donating a happy buck

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Larry Hurren – picnic on Saturday August 17th 1 - ???, approx 30 have signed up – please pay at front desk - $15.00/family;

Mike McLaren will order shirts this week so that we have them for Ribfest; 

Hilda handed around sign up sheets for Ribfest, Bulletin Editor and donation sheets for Ribfest – please sign up or risk the Rotary Railroad; Jodi is asking for $10.00 donation from each member to purchase supplies for Mary Street School again this year; she also is going to research the potential for sponsoring a bus trip for grades 7/8;

Walter announced a meeting of the Ribfest Committee on Tuesday Aug. 13 at 5PM;

 Pres. Al reminded the Board there is a meeting at 8 PM this evening, promising a 9 PM finish

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

Past President Andy Lyons shared his Rotary Moment this evening.  Andy grew up in a “community minded” family.  After several very active years in Jaycees, Andy had decided he would not join another club ever.  He was approached by Rotarian Laurie Martin and asked to join Rotary.  His answer was “no more clubs for me”.  However, when he told Donna about this, she had other ideas stating “there will be no sitting on your ---- in this house”!!  So, he joined vowing “if nominated, I will not stand” – “if elected I will not serve”!!.  As you can see by the opening sentence of this paragraph, that did not work and Andy continues to serve proudly, as a member of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

President Al Finnigan invited Past President and initiator of the Safety Village Project, Lennis Trotter to the podium.  Lennis reviewed the history of the Safety Village of Durham Region outlining the work done initially with our club and the Optimist Club of Ajax.  This joint project was the first of its’ kind, combining the efforts of two different service clubs, and for that was recognized in the Rotary International magazine. The village opened in September of 1995 and over the past 20 years has seen come 15,000 school children from grades 1,2 and 3 – learning road safety under the guidance of the Durham Region Police Services.  It is time to update and refurbish as well renew the contract for the land lease.  Projected budget is 600/700 thousand dollars to be raised by our two clubs from businesses in the Region.  Lennis outlined some of the needs and encouraged all members to be prepared to participate in this two year project with a grand opening of the renewed Village in September 2015.  There will be a meeting of all members of both clubs hosted by Police Services at the Regional Headquarters at Rosslyn and Garden Streets, Whitby on Monday September 9th at 5:30PM in Room 1A.  This will include a working dinner.  Robert Kipling suggested that Oshawa Parkwood members should pay the regular dinner fee and make this “a donation to the Safety Village Renewal Project”.  Members present concurred with this suggestion.  All members are needed to ensure the success of this project so in lieu of attending the meeting on September 9th our regular meeting on Tuesday September 10th will be cancelled.  A list of the committee structure for the renewal is attached with this bulletin.  Please review and consider where you would prefer to serve and let Robert Kipling know ASAP so that the list may be updated.  Members present asked questions regarding this project such as projected needs/costs/methods of approach to potential sponsors, etc.  Shawn Kellam showed us the promotional video which has been prepared.  It was noted that the six Regional Fire Departments are prepared to participate this time -  this had not been possible in the past as facilitating participation with six separate departments presented some difficulties which have now been overcome.  Astrid, the current Police Sargeant at the village will remain until the refurbishing is complete.

 

President Al thanked Lennis for his informative review and encouraged all members to participate in this worthwhile community project

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Edited by Past President Hilda Finnigan

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 30, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                             

 

Toast To The Queen :  Andy Lyons   

                                                                                       

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Larry and Kay Hurren  August 2nd

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Guest Speaker Peter Butler

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  David M. drew the 4 of diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week:                                         Bulletin Editor Next Week  Hilda Finnigan for Marion Mills

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hilda Finnigan – Ribfest Sign Up sheet to be completed – need help from all members (also to assist the Oshawa Club with selling beer tickets); $10.00 donation per member to supplement the cost of purchasing water and pop; Bulletin Editor volunteer form – pick a month please;

Larry Hurren – Annual picnic/BBQ hosted by Kay and Larry – Saturday August 17th, sign up and note pot luck dish to bring – pay $15.00/family at front desk – meat will be purchased – Dave A. bringing corn and sending out a map: 

Jodi Hewett – golf tournaments – Big Brothers/Big Sisters September 19th; Humane Society September 12th:    

 

President Al – AWARDS to Ted Morrison his 5 sapphire Paul Harris Pin – Pres Al noted that Ted has a strong belief in the Rotary Foundation and its’ use to assist Rotary efforts; this pin is recognition of Ted’s support of his belief; to Dave Andrews an award from District 7070 for his Above and Beyond efforts during the 2012/13 Rotary Year

 

HAPPY BUCKS: 

Dave A. for his award, welcoming Peter Butler, a great day at the Oshawa Golf Club, recognizing Scotty Vail and meeting with Brant Snedeker, 6 time PGA Tour Champion, current FedEx Cup and now Canadian Open Champion:

Andy Lyons – a SAD buck for the loss of a good friend (Leo Morin) whom he first met as a Sea Cadet: 

David M. – Pres. Al doing a good job:

Ted – yard sale went well on Saturday; not so much on Sunday; Open House on Sunday saw 32 groups, one return so hopeful of selling soon;

Jodi – glad to be here (is that all?!?);

Carol – good weekend at cottage, hydro ON;

Devon – pleased to know Pres. Al has one friend in the room;

Hilda – surviving 4 teenagers;

Alan N. – wondering about Pres. Al’s foot??

Pres. Al – pleased to be called “Sir” by his wife

 

ROTARY MOMENT   It was Carol Reading’s turn to tell us “Why Rotary” for her.  Carol noted that it has been eleven years, not nine as she had thought!!  She knew about Rotary Pool, Rotary Park and had read in Oshawa Times, but did not really know Rotary.  Was prompted by friend Marion Mills to come to Barcelona (a vacation/Rotary Convention combined).  Came to a meeting Andy presiding; Devon welcoming?? Another school teacher. Joined and has felt proud of Oshawa Parkwood accomplishments – Special Olympics, supporting Settlement House and Salvation Armey, Participation House.  Carol related memories of past Rotarians in our club and somehow she knows that Lennis liked to play with cars, even at the age of seven!?!?

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Dave A. introduced our guest speaker, Peter Butler, Head Pro at the Oshawa Golf Club for the past twelve years. 

     Peter also commented on the great day at the Oshawa Golf Club, having a6 time  PGA Tour Champion Golfer on hand and listening to his comments about golf and getting some great tips.

     Peter spoke about putting in particular giving golfers some “food for thought” about the putter and other clubs as well as stance and swing.  He then proceeded outside to offer some personal attention to members who chose to participate.

Dave and Pres. Al thanked Peter for this “annual” lesson.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Your Editor - Past President Hilda Finnigan (assisted by Carol Reading)

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 23, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Bob Koski

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills 

 

Toast To The Queen :  Terry DeYoung       

                                                                               

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Eman Attalla and Esther Trotter both celebrating a birthday on July 25th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Mike and Margaret Billington from Harrow England – warm welcome to these folks (Mike a former member of Oshawa Parkwood) and their friend Joanne Moffat

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:   Linda Biddle drew the seven of diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week:   David Andrews                       Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKSBob Koski watching old videos, found a 1999 project sorting books to send to India showing Kris, Ted,

                             Bob S. and himself hard at work;  Robert happy the royal baby has arrived, thinks Robert would be a

                            great choice for a name; Peter had an operation – all is well; Robbie saw a moose up close while on

                            vacation (from a canoe!); TedYard Sale at the Morrison’s, Saturday July 27th starts 7AM good stuff

                            Carol – no hydro at the cottage since Friday 4PM – had to cancel visit with Andy and Donna;  Linda

                            Biddle – happy the Billington’s are here, hydro off at the cottage, ice cream melted; Dave, Devon, and

                            Kris – welcome to the Billington’s; Pres. Al took his grandsons golfing in the heat and outlasted both of

                            them!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Devon – dues are due / pay by August 31stDave – next week’s meeting includes putting lesson,                                     may wear shorts if you wish; Larry – annual BBQ on Saturday August 17th, $15.00 per family (pay                                     at front desk) + a “pot luck” item, BYOB; Pres. Al – Ribfest getting organized, sign up sheet being

                                   circulated, also collecting donation for pop, some concern that we may not have the Interact

                      students this year; remember also to consider assisting the Oshawa Club in selling beer tickets;  

                      Interrota – “thank you” for our donation/ offer to speak to our club; review member contact list for

                                   for confirmation/correction of information (circulated over next couple of weeks)

 

ROTARY MOMENT   Marsha Chambers told us that “Rotary found me”.  She joined after seeing an ad in the Chamber of

                                  Commerce paper.  She had belonged to several charitable organizations – “found the good side of

                                  The Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood”.  Marsha especially appreciated the strong support she has

                                  received during her recent illness.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Mike Billington was introduced by Devon Biddle.

 

         Mike (a former member of our club) volunteered during the Olympics in Britain.  He related his experience and many interesting facts about this event.

      Larry Hurren thanked Mike for visiting with us and providing this interesting inside view of the Olympic event.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Your Editors: Hilda Finnigan and Carol Reading

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                        MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 16 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Walter Stewart

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills

 

Toast To The Queen :  Terry DeYoung 

                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  - None this week

 

 

VISITING GUESTS AND ROTARIANS:

Welcome to Bill Patchett Rotary Club of Cobourg/ District 7070 Foundation Chair

Rotarian George Hazard and his wife Joan – Rotary Club of Pakenham, Austrailia

Linda Biddle and Caroline Kipling

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Myles Fisher  drew the 5 of clubs                                        .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  David Andrews                 Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Bob Stewart happy to have played golf with Dave Andrews;

Devon Biddle – happy that Ted Morrison is moving, but sad that Sharron is !;   

Shawn Kellam– happy his air conditioning is working;

Alan Nason – happy that Britain won Wimbleton;

Robert Kipling – happy Saskatchewan beat the Argos, “he was right”;

Pres. Al Finnigan – Marsha Chambers will be the speaker for next week’s “Rotary Moment”;

Marion Mills – welcoming our guests;

Marsha Chambers – surprised when the helpers put the shed walls upside down!;

Ted Morrison – happy to be moving, has woodworking tools for sale;

Dave Andrews – received a service award from the District 

Linda Biddle – a great Rotary International Confvention and vacation, looking forward to Austrailia:

 Bill Patchett – Distict 7070 “First” in raising monies for The Rotary Foundation per capita

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:   

Hilda Finnigan passed around the volunteer sign up sheets for Ribfest (Sept. 6/7/8), reminded members that this event needs all members to participate and also there is a volunteer sheet to help the Oshawa Club sell beer tickets – this latter assures us of a no cost tent space;next week usual donation of $10.00/per member will be collected – those preferring to purchase water etc., in lieu of donation may do so; 

 

Hilda Finnigan also reminded us of the date of our annual picnic August 17, hosted this year by Larry and Kay Hurren at their cottage – a sign up sheet for food items will be circulated soon;

Kids Safety Village meeting, Monday Sept. 9th to set up fundraising committee – regular mtg on Sept. 10 will be cancelled;

 

Bill Patchett announced the Rotoract fundraser for help support tuition fees for UOIT students in need of this – Oct. 4th – at Tosca; Oshawa Parkwood hopes to have a table of ten at this event; 

 

 Dave Andrews announced there are a few tickets available for the Russia/Canada Junior hockey game on November 21st – last call!!

 

Pres. Al handed out committee lists for 2013/14 – will speak to chairs and members; Meet and Greet with DG Valerie, July 23rd – plan to attend following next weeks meeting (no charge – no hors d’ouvers) – Hilda is guest speaker;

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT   Dave Andrews spoke about his Rotary “ah – ha” moment – why he joined and the pride he feels in being a Rotarian.  Dave’s greatest joy was in handing a cheque to Denise House on behalf of Rotary.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Our guest Rotarian from Austrailia, George Hazard was introduced by President Al Finnigan.

 

     George spoke about his club in Pakenham Austrailia. Membership is approximately 30 – 35 and very similar to Oshawa Parkwood.  The club is very involved in the community, supporting restoration of farms, refurbishing the local cemetery, funding disadvantaged young people to take driver’s ed, support local hospitals, churches, zoos, agricultural scholarships, etc.  Enjoy great fellowship at monthly dances, white elephant sales, raffles and barbeques.  There were several questions from our members. 

 

Andy Lyons thanked George for his interest in attending our meeting and helping us compare Rotary down under to Rotary here in Oshawa.

Meeting adjourned by Pres. Al Finnigan

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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YOUR BULLETIN EDITOR - PAST PRESIDENT HILDA FINNIGAN

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 9, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Ted Morrison

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills  

 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Koski 

                                                                                           

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Information not available – will catch up next week!!

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Welcome to District Governor Valerie Wafer and her husband Mark, members of the  

                                      Members of the Rotary Club of Whitby;  Assistant District Governor Wayne Routly, Rotary Club

                                      of Bowmanville;  Sharron Morrison and Esther Trotter, supporting partners of Oshawa Parkwood;

                                      Special Welcome to Desiree Ragazzi and her brother Rene Ragazzi from Oshawa (Desiree is the

                                       Assistant Governor of District 2080, Rome Italy) 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:    Sargeant of Arms – Andy Lyons

 

Winner:  Marsha Chambers                                            Card Drawn:  Nine (9) of Diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week:  David Andrews                Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Marion Mills welcomed our guests and wished incoming Pres. Allan a good year;

 Lennis Trotter for a great trip to Lisbon and Paris;

Marsha Chambers welcomed guests and DG Valerie, also grateful for “justice” to her neighbor without her needing to take action!;

Carol Reading glad that Andy Murray won Wimbleton;

Walter Stewart welcome to DG Valerie, moving to Wilmot Creek in two weeks, pleased to hear that Ted and Sharron will be there as well;

 Kris Sachdeva thanks for the presentation of the Paul Harris Fellowship (#3) and that his daughter and grandchildren are safe after the big rain, only suffering a flooded basement;

 Robert Kipling that the Saskatchewan Rough Riders and best in the League with two wins!, looking forward to a win over the Argonauts;

Bob Koski glad to live in Durham Region so not having to deal with TOO much water

Robbie LaRoque thanks for the recognition with a Paul Harris Fellowship Award

Hilda Finnigan  a sad buck for the loss of two esteemed colleagues of the medical community

Mark Wafer expects the Argos to win the game!!!

Ted Morrison welcome to DG Valerie and Mark, wishes them well as they begin the busy round of club visits, best to Al for a successful year, pleased to be moving to Wilmot Creek

David Andrews welcome to DG Desiree and Rene – proof that social media works as Desiree found Oshawa Parkwood on facebook and made contact with Dave, also pleased with Rene’s interest in Rotary, Golf Score  72

Assist DG Wayne Routly – welcome to DG Desiree, REALLY likes that name!!

Pres Al – looking forward to his year as President

Andy Lyons – welcome to DG Valerie, Assist DG Wayne, DG Desiree and good wishes to incoming Pres. Al

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

DG Valerie very proud of clubs in District 7070 gaining FIRST CLASS status for donations to Rotary Foundation as requested by incoming RI President Ron Burton

 

Hilda Finnigan RIBFEST is fast approaching – September 6,7,8 – The success of this event requires participation from ALL club members – volunteer form will be circulated soon; AND OUR  ANNUAL PICNIC – will be hosted by Larry and Kay Hurren on Saturday August 17th- more info to follow

 

Pres. Al Finnigan – (from the Director’s Meeting) – giving $1000.00 support to Alberta Flood Relief (given through Rotary Club of Calgary); approval of $500.00 donation to assist in refurbishing the Sabre Jet Monument at the Oshawa Airport – this commemorates the sacrifices of women and men in the Battle of Britain in WW11;

Meet and Greet Evening with Past DG Ted and DG Valerie on Tuesday July 23rd 7-9 PM at Oshawa Golf Club- We ask all Club members to attend following our regular meeting (NO hors d’ouvers unless you pay!!!),

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

  Our Speaker this evening, District Governor Valerie Wafer was introduced by Assistant Governor Wayne Routly.  Valerie, a member of the Rotary Club of Whitby, spoke enthusiastically about RI President Ron Burton’s logo for 2012/14 “ENGAGE ROTARY;CHANGE LIVES”.  She asked “What is the meaning of engagement?”, then went on to say it is time taken to get to know members, especially new members and make them feel welcome.  In doing this we will also help them and ourselves to recognize the value of helping others. Engagement is infectious and a necessary part of surviving in this world of change.  In order to “engage” young professionals, today we must accept and utilize the world of technology and social media and make this work for Rotary.  As we do this the full impact of being a Rotarian will be recognized.

 

     Valerie then asked Past President Marion Mills to spend a Rotary Moment telling us “why” she joined and stayed engaged in Rotary.  Marion spoke about feeling that it was a compliment to be asked to join, how she felt a warm welcome and sense of family, was impressed with the work done by Rotarians both locally and world wide.  The sense of fellowship that is so much a part of our meetings and our work efforts.Of course, her trip to Barcelona and attending the International Conference, only enhanced her good feelings about Rotary and the work accomplished.  Marion also spoke about how her grandson Mateos has become so much a part of our activities, making “life long” friends with Robert Kipling and Andy Lyons.  And, of course, Marion in her wisdom, recognized that Hilda would appreciate the support of another female club member!!.

 

     Thanking Marion, Valerie noted that in the words of Paul Harris, “this is a changing world and we must be prepared to change with it”, “from what we are today, to what will work for tomorrow”.

 

President Al Finnigan thanked DG Valerie for her message, noting that we all should move forward to meet this challenge together to ensure the work of Rotary continues

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby in Whitby,  Ontario 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JULY 2, 2013

PRESIDENTS’ NIGHT

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky

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Grace:   Past District Governor Ted Morrison                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Past President  Andy Lyons   

                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

July 6 – Happy Anniversary to Eamonn & Cora Doyle

July 8 – Happy Birthday to Kay Hurren

July 8 – Happy Anniversary to Robert and Caroline Kipling

 

GUESTS / VISITING ROTARIANS:

A very warm Rotary Welcome to: Our Very First Rotary Club President Terry Giles, and his spouse Jean; Cheryl Carter; Ken Dyck; Dave Snowden; Kay Hurren; Caroline Kipling; Donna Pyott; Terri Lynn Larocque; Rosemary Mankiewicz; Sharron Morrison; Margaret Nason; Sue Skinner; Esther Trotter; Greg and Rebecca Finnigan; and Al and Hilda’s Grandchildrem  Ryan, and Josh and William Finnigan

 

On The Door Next Week:  Registration -  Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

                                           Bulletin editor – Past President Dave Andrews

 

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on Registration or Bulletin editor and it is your turn, please find a replacement)

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Past President Jodi Hewett:

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North. All Rotarians and guests are most welcome.

 

On July 16, we have George Hazzard and his wife from just south of Melbourne, Australia visiting our Club. He found our club on the internet and has been corresponding with Jodi . Be sure to welcome him. Have your questions ready for George for the 2014 Rotary International Convention in Sydney, next June 1 – 4.

 

Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Robbie Larocque announced that our net proceeds from CLOCA’s  Purple Woods  Maple Syrup Festival Pancake Breakfast weekend in the Spring was $2,760.00 Well done, one and all.

 

Mike McLaren:

Reminds everyone that he is still taking orders for the Rotary Shirts. He wore a sample in white to the meeting . He has also sent out  an email to all members. Please give Mike your order (size and colour) within the next week. Thank you.

 

Past President Dave Andrews:

We are invited to join with the Oshawa Rotary Club for a social event - The Canada -Russia Subway Super Series ( Canadian Junior Hockey players ) Game on Nov 21 at the General Motors Centre starting at 7:05 pm.

This game is always a sell out and tickets are going very fast.

Past President Rhonda Vanderlinde has been able to secure 40 tickets for our two clubs at a price of $20 each . Please let me know, at your earliest convenience, if you want to go and how many tickets you wish to purchase. We will need your firm commitment very soon. We have 16 sold so far. I will be picking up the tickets early next week and will be requiring your funds at that time. Thanks

It's going to be a great evening and what a great idea to share our social events between our two Rotary Clubs.

A very special thanks to Rhonda for setting this one up.

 

CEREMONIAL CHANGING OF PRESIDENTS:

Past President Jodi Hewett presented Al Finnigan with his President’s Pin that he will wear for the next 52 weeks as President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

 

President Al Finnigan then presented past President Jodi Hewett with her Past President’s Pin which she will now wear, with honour, for the rest of her life.

 

President Al Finnigan also presented past President Jodi Hewett with a ceremonial President’s Gavel and plaque that she will be able to hang up in her home or office , symbolic of her year as President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

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Awards:

President Al Finnigan presented the highest honour that a Rotary Club can bestow on one of its members, The Paul Harris Fellowship Award to Past President Kris Sachdeva for his many years of numerous contributions to our Rotary Club, and in particular, to the Reverse Draw / Dinner / Silent Auction, our major fund raiser. The Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded when Rotary Clubs, Rotarians, or non Rotarians donate $,1,000 US to The Rotary Foundation. This donation allows the Rotary Foundation to carry on its humanitarian and educational programs, including the eradication of Polio in the world, Rotary’s promise to the children of the world.  

 

President Al Finnigan presented the highest honour that a Rotary Club can bestow on one of its members, The Paul Harris Fellowship Award to Past Walter Stewart for his many years of numerous contributions to our Rotary Club, and in particular, for his tremendous year as President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. And again, this Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded when Rotary Clubs, Rotarians, or non Rotarians donate $,1,000 US to The Rotary Foundation. And again, this donation allows the Rotary Foundation to carry on its humanitarian and educational programs, including the eradication of Polio in the world, Rotary’s promise to the children of the world. 

 

President Al Finnigan presented the highest honour that a Rotary Club can bestow on one of its members, The Paul Harris Fellowship Award to Vice President Robbie Larocque for his many years of numerous contributions to our Rotary Club, and in particular, for his years as Treasurer and also his hard work with the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at the Purple Woods maple Syrup Festival. And again, this Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded when Rotary Clubs, Rotarians, or non Rotarians donate $,1,000 US to The Rotary Foundation. And again, this donation allows the Rotary Foundation to carry on its humanitarian and educational programs, including the eradication of Polio in the world, Rotary’s promise to the children of the world. 

 

President Al Finnigan presented Perfect Attendance Pins to Past President Lennis Trotter (for 35 and 36 years of perfect attendance) and to past President Pat Dyck (for 19 years of perfect attendance). Perfect Attendance is exactly that  - 100% attendance at a Rotary meeting every single week for the 52 weeks in the Rotary year. True dedication to Rotary and inspiration to all Rotarians to try to attend one meeting a week, somewhere in the world

 

Past President Jodi Hewett’s Speech:

By way of a PowerPoint presentation , with “Good Vibrations” playing in the background, Past President Jodi Hewett first congratulated tonight’s Paul Harris Fellowship Awardees and thanked all of the members and spouses fro their efforts to serve. There are many accomplishments and projects to look back on this past Rotary year: our hosing of juri, our Exchange student from Japan,  The Pancake Breakfasts and tents at the Rotary Ribfest; the Rotary Foundation Walk in Bowmanville; our night to raise funds for Polio Plus Jodi and Dave’s Farm; the Class Act Dinner Theatre; our Cakes and Hams annual project, The 32nd Annual Rotary Skateathon; the Christmas Party with residents and support staff of Participation House; The Breakfast Fundraiser at Purple Wood Maple Syrup Festival; The Annual reverse Draw/Dinner/ Silent Auction gala; The Irish Pub Night at the Officers mess; the next 20 years of the Kids Safety Village Expansion and Project; our continuous partnership with the Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College, and the 2 Interact Clubs at MCVI and OCVI, our donations to the UOIT and Durham College scholarship funds, the Gigantic Yard Sale , and the Italian Night at the Officers Mess, just to name a few. She encouraged us to continue our positive energy as we move forward and wished President Al Finnigan and Vice President Robbie Larocque , the best of luck in the years ahead. 

 

Past President Jodi Hewett then made a very special presentation, which may be the first award of its kind , given out to an individual in District 7070 – the Rotarian Spouse/Partner Service Award. The Rotarian Spouse/Partner Service Award recognizes spouses and partners of Rotarians who have demonstrated exemplary humanitarian service through Rotary. Up to 100 individuals in the world, may be selected to receive this award annually. There is only one award available for any District, and the awardee can only be nominated by the District Governor.  Recipients were selected by an officer appointed by the Rotary International president. Candidates were considered based solely on the humanitarian service they have rendered through Rotary, with an emphasis on personal volunteer efforts and active involvement in helping others The Award included a special letter signed by Rotary International President Sakuji Tanaka and a special Plaque. The award went to Kay Hurren, for her many years of service to Rotary, to our Rotary Club, and to all of the people she has helped. Congratulations, Kay from everyone in our Rotary Club.

 

President Al Finnigan then made some opening remarks as President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. He thanked Past President Jodi Hewett and her Board of Directors for a banner 2012-2013 Rotary Year which has set us on a path for continued success and fellowship. He was very proud that 3 of his grandsons were there tonight - all future Rotarians.

 

President Al said that the focus of this Rotary Year is Engagement. And with our club’s strong commitment to Rotary service, we will change lives.

And with those words, President Al unveiled the 2013-2014 Rotary banner on to the podium “Engage Rotary – Change Lives”.

President Al said that as companies have learned, change is necessary to maintain their existence. Adapting to change within Rotary will help us attract new members and keep our current members active and contributing, so that we continue to make a difference.

He added that as we participate in the meaningful work of Rotary, Rotary is meaningful to each and every one of us.

 

President Al then introduce the club to the 2013-2014 Board of Directors: Vice President Robbie Larocque; Secretary Pat Dyck; Treasurer Devon Biddle; Director of Club Administration Shawn Kellam; Director of Public Relations Eamonn Doyle; Director of Service Robert Kipling; Director of The Rotary Foundation Laura Carey; and Director of Membership Lennis Trotter.

 

President Al Finnigan thanked Vice President Robbie Larocque for being the Master of ceremonies for this evening, and also presented Vice President Robbie Larocque with his Incoming President’s Pin, symbolic of his commitment to Rotary and to our Rotary Club for the years to come.

 

President Al invited the entire club back to the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment, as his guests, for a champagne toast to Rotary and the year ahead for The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : June 25, 2013  

           

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013    

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Janice Leschinsky / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Andy Lyons                                                   

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Grace:    Past President Dave Andrews 

                          

O Canada:  President Jodi Hewett    

 

Toast To The Queen :    Past President Andy Lyons       

                                                                                 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :

June 23 – Linda Biddle – Happy Birthday to You

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

There were no Visiting Rotarians but we had many spouses out to our Little Italy Night at The Officers Mess . A warm welcome to everyone.

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  None tonight

    

                 

On The Door Next Week:   Past District Governor Ted Morrison     

Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be at the meeting and it s your turn, please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS : None tonight.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

President Jodi Hewett:

A special welcome to our club’s Honorary Rotarian Reg Malachowski and Sandy. Always glad that they can attend.

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North.

On July 16, we have an Austrailian Rotarian visiting our Club. He found our club on the internet and has been corresponding with Jodi . Be sure to welcome him. Perhaps he will tell us a bit about his Rotary Club.

Vice President Al Finnigan:

In absentia, Al asked everyone to contact him with their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 2 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Robbie Larocque asked everyone to call him regarding their attendance at the Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person. We are all invited back to the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North, after the Presidents Night to Toast in the New Rotary Year as guests of our Incoming President Al Finnigan.

Robbie Larocque also announced that our net proceeds from CLOCA’s  Purple Woods  Maple Syrup Festival Pancake Breakfast weekend in the Spring was $2,760.00 Well done, one and all.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

There was no speaker tonight.  Bur what a great social night it was. After the warm welcome and a few drinks, we sat down to a fine Italian meal of lasagna and Caesar Salad , followed by ice cream and strawberries. And then the Rotarians and their spouses announced their very own special Italian phrase that they brought with them tonight.

Here is just a small sample:

Dave Snowden (in absentia) asked everybody, in Italian “where is my cow?” ;

President Jodi’s phrase was “we are having a great time”; 

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque’s phrase was “garlic is good”;

Terri Lynn Larocque said “Red wine is my favorite”;

Past President Bob Koski had two great Italian phrases “arivaderci” and “Gina Lola Brigida”;

Mike McLaren proclaimed “show me the money”; 

Past President Alan Nason  told everyone that  “ my hovercraft is full of eels”;

Past President Dave Andrews gave us one he heard from construction workers on his street when he was about 6 years old “you are crazy”; Eamon Doyle announced “Viva Bertaloni”;

Kay Hurren said “arivaderci Roma”; and

Past President Larry Hurren told us all to “have a big fat party”;

Marsha Chambers told us the “life is good”;

Past District Governor Ted Morrison said “Welcome to our Rotary Meeting”;

Sharron Morrison said that it was “nice to see you”;

Carol reading asked “where is the bathroom?”;

Sandy Malachowski said “bonjourno” and

Reg Malachowski talked about “good friends, good times, let’s drink the wine”;

Sue Skinner, our only authentic Italian told us to “eat, drink, and be merry”;

Past President Walt Stewart said “good evening everybody”; and

Past President Alan Nason shared another gem when he announced , in Italian,  that his “donkey was dead”.

Past President Jodi then awarded prizes to the best 8 Italian phrases.

Past President Dave Andrews thanked president Jodi for a wonderful evening of fun and friendship and announced that this was President Jodi’s last official meeting as President and thanked her for a terrific year. Everyone agreed.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : June 18, 2013

             

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013    

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Janice Leschinsky                                                    

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Grace:    Past President Terry DeYoung

                          

O Canada:  Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen :    Mike McLaren         

                                                                            

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :

June 19 – Past President Alan Nason – Happy Birthday

June 20 – Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque – Happy Birthday

June 21 -   Caroline Kipling – Happy Birthday

And in the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach, Florida fashion, our Past District Governor Ted Morrison led us all in the singing of Happy Birthday Cha Cha Cha to our honourees  

        

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

There were no Visiting Rotarians or Guests tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Conducted by Sgt Janice Leschinsky

Winner: Past President Alan Nason                Card Drawn: King of Diamonds

    

            

HAPPY BUCKS : Conducted by Sgt at Arms Janice Leschinsky

Past President Andy Lyons  - Special wishes to Past President Hilda Finnigan to enjoy the Rotary International Convention is Lisbon, and good luck with Incoming President Al Finnigan. You may need it.

PDG Ted Morrison – Very Happy to be lawn bowling again with just about the same results – a win and a loss..

Past President Hilda Finnigan – Looking forward to a great R I Convention in Lisbon

Incoming President Robbie Larocque – Happy to be a parent volunteer at his daughter’s school and now he is off to the Toronto Zoo with the kids, and it falls on his Birthday.

President Jodi Hewett – Happy to have a float in the Fiesta Day parade in Oshawa last Sunday on behalf of the Farmers Market (an old truck, a cow, dressed up as farmers, handing out candy to the kids) and the it was back to her hose for a big Fathers Day Party she hosted.

Past President Alan Nason – Happy to be another year older but he won’t tell us which year. It was a big one, he says.

Past President Dave Andrews – Happy to be partnering with the Oshawa Rotary Club and the City of Oshawa on the Gazebo for the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens. Truly a memorable 24 hours and 39 email messages.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Past President Andy Lyons:

Andy made a very special presentation to Past President Hilda Finnigan for her trip to the Rotary International Convention in Lisbon. She has a leash for Incoming President Al Finnigan. Al has a habit of not being on time for air departures, and many other things we are sure. The leash will help keep Al close by and not miss the plane.

Vice President Al Finnigan:

In absentia, Al asked everyone to contact him with their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 2 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Robbie Larocque asked everyone to call him regarding their attendance at the Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person.

President Jodi Hewett:

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North.

Our own Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, June 25 , 2013 regular meeting will be a social event called Little Italy Night at the Officers Mess, Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North with the bar open at 5:00 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. It will be a fun filled Italian Night. Cost will be the regular $20 per person and our spouses are cordially invited. We are to learn one phrase in Italian and bring it to the meeting. Until then, ciao, buon journo, and lots of divertimento.

On July 16, we have an Austrailian Rotarian visiting our Club. He found our club on the internet and has been corresponding with Jodi . Be sure to welcome him. Perhaps he will tell us a bit about his Rotary Club.

President Jodi handed out the Farmers market Brochure indicating the times and locations of all of the markets in Durham Region and encouraged everyone to get your produce from one of the Farmers Markets. Legends Centre has a good one.

President Jodi read the following Thank You Letter, from Andrea Tirone, the Interota 2014 Co-Chair:

Dear Devon,
On behalf of the Interota 2014 Host Committee I want to extend a big Thank You for the $600.00 donation made by the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood.
Our team is more than happy to attend one of your club meetings to extend greetings and thanks in person as well as to speak about what the Interota conference is.
If you're interested in receiving the updates we will be sending to our mailing list, you can join it here: http://eepurl.com/AmMdj or you may visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
If you have any comments or questions, please feel free to get in touch!
Kind Regards,   Andrea Tirone    Co-Chair, Interota 2014    Tel: 416-629-1395 | www.interota2014.com

Mike McLaren:

Reminds everyone that he is taking orders for the Rotary Shirt. He wore a sample in white to the meeting . He has also sent out  an email to all members. Please give Mike your order (size and colour) within the next week. Thank you.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

There was no speaker tonight.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

 

                                               MINUTES OF MEETING : June 11, 2013    

         

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013    

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Janice Leschinsky                                                    

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Grace:    Marsha Chambers       

                          

O Canada:  Peter Dueck 

 

Toast To The Queen :    Past President Bob Koski        

                                                                                  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :

June 11 – Bob Elliott – Happy Birthday

Jun 12 – Past President Andy Lyons and Donna Pyott – Happy 37th Anniversary

June 15 -   Past District Governor Ted and Sharron Morrison – Happy 45th Anniversary   

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

From the Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College – Shelia King and Baker Baha – our guest speakers

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Winner: Past District Governor Ted Morrison                Card Drawn: 10 of hearts

    

On the Door next week: Registration: PDG Ted Morrison

 Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

If you cannot   fulfill these duties, please find a volunteer. Thanks,           

 

HAPPY BUCKS :

 

Our Sergeant At Arms Janet Leschinsky – Happy to be at her son’s graduation from Queens University. He is trying to find a job. Do you of anyone who needs an electrical engineer?

 

Carol Reading – Welcome Back PDG Ted Morrison, and what a great time she had at The Hearth Place Golf Tournament with Rotarians Past President Marion Mills, Past President Dave Andrews, and Vice President Al Finnigan.

 

Vice President Al Finnigan – Thanked Carol Reading, Past Presidents Marion Mills and Dave Andrews for a great time at the Hearth Place Golf Tournament.

 

President Jodi Hewett – Welcome back PDG Ted Morrison.

 

PDG Ted Morrison – A happy $5 to be back and to be alive. He thanked the Club members for the plant and the card and thanked the ICU staff at Oshawa General Hospital for their superb care. 14 units of blood later, Ted is back with us.

 

Past President Devon Biddle – Welcome back PDG Ted, and happy to be off on a tour prior to the RI Convention in Lisbon.

 

Past President Hilda Finnigan – Welcome back PDG Ted, and happy to be off to the RI Convention in Lisbon.

 

Past President Lennis Trotter – Happy to be off to the RI Convention in Lisbon

 

Past President Dave Andrews – Special thanks to Past President Jodi Hewett for running a very successful Officers Mess Golf Tournament (won by the team of Past President Terry DeYoung, Vice President Al Finnigan, Mike McLaren and Past President Dave Andrews) and thanked Carol Reading, Past President Marion Mills and Vice President Al Finnigan for a great time at the Hearth Place Golf Tournament

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

President Jodi Hewett:

Welcomed back past District Governor Ted Morrison, We are all very glad you are getting stronger.

 

Thanked everyone from our Rotary Club for participating at the Officers Mess Golf Tournament at Heather Glen, last Wednesday. Winning foursome came right from our Rotary Club.

 

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North.

 

Our own Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, June 25 , 2013 regular meeting will be a social event at the Officers Mess, Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North with the bar open at 5:00 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. It will be a fun filled Italian Night. Cost will be the regular $20 per person and our spouses are cordially invited. We are to learn one phrase in Italian and bring it to the meeting. Until then, ciao, buon journo, and lots of divertimento.

 

Announced that Past President Bob Koski is the Rotarian of The Month for his hard work on The Class Act Dinner Theatre Night every year, and his participation at so many Club events. Congratulations Bob !!!

 

Show and Shine, a display of classic cars, that used to be on the grounds where our new Holiday Inn will be, has mover to the parking area just west of Oshawa City Hall and will be there every Wednesday night throughout the summer fro  6 to 8 pm. Jodi and Dave are there with a classic vehicle on display. Drop by and say hello.

 

Vice President Al Finnigan:

Passed around a sign up sheet for all Rotarians to fill out their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 3 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

 

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

In absentia, Robbie Larocque asked everyone to call him regarding their attendance at the Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person.

 

Treasurer Devon Biddle:

Thanked the club members for their comments regarding Training expenses in the 2013-2104 Rotary Year, at last week’s Rotary Club Forum. The Board of Directors will take the member comments under advisement.

 

Secretary Pat Dyck:

Announced the Boys and Girls Club is having their annual meeting on June 19 at 4:30 pm and our Rotary Club has received an invitation to attend. If anyone can attend, please contact Secretary Pat.

 

Mike McLaren:

Announced that he is taking orders for the Rotary Shirt. He wore a sample in white to the meeting . He has also sent out  an email to all members. Please give Mike your order (size and colour) within the next 2 weeks. Thank you.

 

Rotary Moment: Presented by Past President Dave Andrews

What Is RYLA ?

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range. In our District 7070, the age range is 19-30. RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to: Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth;  Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders;  Encourage leadership of youth, by youth; and Recognize publicly young people who are performing service projects in their communities.

RYLAs often take the form of a seminar, camp, or workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level. In our case, it is a  District program , that runs 5 days, under the leadership of PDG Mike Cooksey.

 

Participants are nominated and in our case, sponsored by local Rotary clubs. For these young adults, this recognition offers the opportunity to build self-confidence, gain exposure to a variety of issues and people, meet active community leaders, and learn valuable information and career skills. RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond.

RYLA can bring new energy to a Rotary district, inspire ideas for service, increase support of community service projects, and develop future Rotarians.

Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia,  and RYLA was officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971. This exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.

Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders define themselves and expand their skills. And for this reason, RYLA is a service program under Rotary’s 5th and newest avenue of service - NEW GENERATIONS, now called Youth Service.

 

Our District played hosted RLYANS, sponsored by Rotary Clubs May 13  -17 at Loyalist College in Belleville.

The week was facilitated by Rotarians Ric Williams of the Toronto Rotary Club.

The District 7070 RYLA program, introduces young participants and their families to the Rotary ideals of service each year.

 

Throughout the week, the youths engage in discussions on individual and group issues, and participate in simulated games where they learn by doing. Every year, they spend a day volunteering in the local Community with a service project.

 

In addition to fellowship activities, the youths enjoy a combination of structured recreational activities and lectures delivered by industry professionals. All the while, they have fun, build friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speakers: Shelia King and Baker Baha of the Rotaract Club of UOIT / Durham College

 

Topic: Their RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) Experience in mid-May at Loyalist College, Belleville       

     

Introduced by Past President  Dave Andrews      

       

Their remarks:

RYLA gave Bake and Shelia the opportunity to hone their teamwork, leadership and interpersonal understanding , while also building strong bonds with other people. They were engaged in various workshops and activities to expand their own Comfort Zone. Some of their memorable moments included trust falls off picnic tables, learning about behavior profiles, tennis ball time trial, communication, and a ladder grid.

Bake and Shelia published a Newsletter at the end of the week and here are some items from that newsletter which they spoke about at our Rotary meeting

 

During the week, the participants helped plant vegetables in the Belleville Food bank garden.

Some comments from the RYLANS, “It was an eye-opening experience”. “At RYLA, I grew as a person”. “RYLA exceeded my expectations. I’ve learned a lot about myself and others”. “The laughter, smiles, and energy that exist in RYLA are what make this program phenomenal”.

 

All 24 participants from all over District 7070 and beyond (from Guelph to Kingston) said they would recommend RYLA to a friend.

 

Another comment: “A leader is someone who compels others to positive actions by the power of their own positive action”.

 

Ric Williams and Diane, the Rotarians that put this program together for so many years, were each presented Paul Harris Fellowship Awards for their tremendous contribution to this most successful Rotary program for Rotary’s Service to Youth – The Next Generation.

 

They were both warmly Thanked by Shawn Kellam.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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Editor: Dave Andrews

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

                                                                 MINUTES OF MEETING : June 4, 2013             

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                       

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                    

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:    Past President Larry Hurren                            

O Canada:  Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :    Bob Elliott  

                                                                                        

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :   None announced this week    

     

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:    none

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Winner:  Marsha Chambers                Card Drawn: 5 of hearts

    

 ON THE DOOR NEST WEEK: TED MORRISON

BULLETIN EDITOR: DAVE ANDREWS

HAPPY BUCKS :

Past President Marion Mills – It was GREAT Yard Sale and NO rain

Past President Kris Sachdeva – his cataract eye surgeries were very successful.Unhappy that he had a break-in at his office, but good news that the intruder was apprehended.

Past President Hilda Finnigan – Very happy that Past District Governor Ted Morrison has survived quite an ordeal, Special thanks to Bob and Rhonda Stewart for hosting our successful Yard Sale  

       

Bob Stewart  -Thank you to everyone who helped at the Yard Sale and Rhonda thanks everyone for the flowers

Director Robbie Larocque – Thank you to Past President Devon Biddle for allowing him to borrow the big  van  to move Robbie’s daughter – 5 trips back and forth from downtown Toronto

Vice President Al Finnigan – Thank you to Bob Stewart and Rhonda and everyone who made the Yard Sale a huge success (over $1,100.00)

Past President Devon Biddle – An amazing Dinner for Dr Bob Scott in Cobourg last Friday evening. Unless you go to an International Convention, you will never see, in the same room: The President of Rotary International (Sakuji Tanaka) , The Incoming President of Rotary International (Ron Burton) , and the Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation (Past Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson). And all there to honour Bob Scott. A great evening along with many from our Rotary Club: Linda Biddle, Past District Governor Ted and Sharron Morrison, Past President Lennis and Esther Trotter, and Past President Dave Andrews.

President Jodi Hewett – Thank you all for assisting with the Rotary Yard Sale and a very special thank you to Bob and Rhonda Stewart and to Vice President Al and Past President Hilda Finnigan.

Marsha Chambers – She hosted a lunch for her seniors walking group and had sex in a pan for dessert, and thanked Past President Kris Sachdeva for borrowing his coffee pot.

Past President Lennis Trotter – Very happy that Past District Governor Ted Morrison is back and had an excellent  evening on Friday evening at the Dinner for Dr Bob Scott in Cobourg. And then off to see The Book of Mormons with Past President Devon and Linda Biddle on Saturday.

Past President Larry Hurren – Very happy that we had an excellent Rotary Yard Sale. He bought his grandson Teddy Bear back to give back to his grandson, Guess he wasn’t quite finished with it yet. And then had  a very happy time with the kids and grandkids at Jack Astor’s.

Past President Alan Nason – Thanked Bob Stewart for be such a gracious host for the Rotary Yard Sale.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Vice President Al Finnigan:

Passed around a sign up sheet for all Rotarians to fill out their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 3 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

Past President Lennis Trotter:

Announced that the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region meeting for the $700,000 campaign for the new building and for renovations to the Village will be on September 9,2013 at the Durham Regional Headquarters. All members of the Rotary Club of Oshawa- Parkwood and The Optimist Club of Ajax are encouraged to attend this very important kick off meeting. Members from both clubs will be assigned to committees at that meeting.

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Passed around a sign up sheet for Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person.

President Jodi Hewett:

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Macmillan Drive). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment on Simcoe Street

The Rotary Club of Newmarket has invited us to their July 20 Golf Tournament at Redcrest Golf Club. Cost is $180 per person which includes dinner and a silent and live auctions.

Our own Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, June 25 , 2013 regular meeting will be a social event at the Officers Mess, Ontario Regiment on Simcoe Street North with the bar open at 5:00 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. It will be a fun filled Italian Night. Cost will be the regular $20 per person and our spouses are cordially invited. We are to learn one phrase in Italian and bring it to the meeting. Until then, ciao, buon journo, and lots of divertimento.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: President Jodi Hewett held a Club Forum.  

               

President Jodi Hewett: Opportunity for our Rotary Club - Student Exchange:

We have a student who has approached the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood who wants to be an outbound exchange student in 2014-2015. Jodi asked the club members who would be willing to host an inbound exchange student during the same time period? If we had a family or two or three to host the student, it would be a tremendous service to both the inbound and the outbound exchange student and to our Rotary Club members and their families.

President Jodi asked each Rotarian to go home and talk it over with their spouse and get back to her as soon as you can.

Past President Devon Biddle: By-Laws Amended as of June 4, 2103.

A few weeks ago, Past President Devon Biddle, in his former capacity as Club Secretary, emailed copies of the proposed amendments to the By-Laws of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood to each Club member. Devon thanked past District Governor Ted Morrison and Past Presidents Hilda Finnigan and Alan Nason for their detailed analysis and proposed amendments. As a result of the recent Rotary Council on Legislation, the Rotary Club Constitution and By-Laws will have to be reviewed and amended to coincide with those approved by the Rotary International Board of Directors as a result of the Council on Legislation. The By-Laws amendments were approved , as presented, by the club members.

Past President Devon Biddle: The 2013-2014 Rotary Club Budget 

In his capacity as the current Treasurer of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood announced that the Club Dues for the 2013-2104 Rotary Year will be as follows: $260 if paid by cash or cheque on or before August 1, 2013 OR $275 if paid by credit card on or before August 1, 2013. The dues would be $275 if paid by cash or cheque after August 1, 2013 OR $290 if paid by credit card after August 1, 2013. For those who pay by the installment plan, the latter scenario would be in effect.

In short, there is NO INCREASE IN DUES FOR THE 2013-2014 ROTARY YEAR.

Treasurer Devon Biddle also led a discussion among the members regarding the expenses for Training (the cost to send the President Elect to the Presidents Elect Training Seminar (PETS), the cost to send the President Elect to the International Convention, the cost to send the President to the District Conference, the registration fees for the President Elect, Incoming Treasurer, Incoming Secretary, Incoming Board members and any interested club member for the District Training Assembly, and the registration fees for members interested in attending the  Rotary Leadership Institute courses) to come from Club Funds (through members dues) or Community Service Funds or a combination from both funds.

The meeting ended at 8:15 pm

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

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Editor: Mike McLaren

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  May 28th, 2013       

      

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013   

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:   Walter Stewart   

         

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Larry Hurren   

                                                                                    

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Velma Ratchford – May 28th

      

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: none

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Winner:  Bob Stewart                Card Drawn:  6 of hearts

     

                

On The Door Next Week:                              TBA         

Bulletin Editor Next Week:                           Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS :

Mike was sleeping at the wheel.  I know many people and all of us are thankful for Ted’s recovery and that he is back home.

Alan Nason is happy to be back from his England trip

Mike McLaren was happy that his daughter Addi is recovering well from her surgery.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Saturday June 1st is our yard sale at Rhonda and Bob Stewart’s home.

Rotary Gazebo joint meeting went well.  Official ground breaking and designation will take place Friday July 12, 2013 at 1pm

Reminder of directors meeting here – 5pm on Tuesday June 4th

 

June 25th regular meeting at Officers Mass. Open to partners and it will be a social night.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ashley MacInnis from Oshawa Hospital Foundation for CEO Robert Baker.  

             

Introduced By: Lennis Trotter

Remarks: Ashley apologized for Robert naker who could not be with us tonight as his father had passed away. Ashley did a remarkable job with her presentation. Lots of great news and excitement. New addition is needed to hospital (in the next 20 year period) .  The Fund raising is having a great year but many needs are requested.  The stats show growth in population and the senior demographics.  About 140k people came through the ER in Oshawa last year. There are over 1k volunteers that are greatly appreciated. Lakeridge Health is made up of hospitals and facilities in the four communities. Whitby, Oshawa, Bowmanville and Port Perry.

Ashley has invited us all over for coffee any time and her room number is A120.  Come visit!

Thanked By: Shawn Kellam

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : May 21 , 2013 

           

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013   

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills

Toast To The Queen :  Marsha Chambers     

                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   - Vice President Al Finnigan on May 20 proud to be 71 and looking young

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Assistant Governor – Wayne Routly and two Interactors from two clubs in Courtice and Bowmanville

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: - Walter Stewart drew the Ace of Clubs

                

On The Door Next Week: Robbie Laroque                       Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike McLaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda Finnigan, Marion Mills, Lennis Trotter, Devon Biddle and Wayne Routly was thankful for our Rotaractors and their presentation.

 

Al Finnigan was happy to be a young for another year.

Larry Hurren happy for the safety village.

 

Bob Stewart had a golf story – Hid friend Tom had a terrible day on the golf course. On the 18th hole, Tom’s ball went in the water. Tom went after the ball and his golf cart went right in to water. .

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Yard Sale Saturday June 1st; help needed Friday May 31 and Saturday June 1

2. Rotary Gazebo at the Oshawa valley Botanical Gardens Grand Opening will be July 12; meeting with Oshawa Club on Thursday May 23 at the Officers Mess, 5:30PM to discuss same

3. Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament Wed. June 5th , $55.00

GUEST SPEAKER  : Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College Executive

Name of Speaker: Christine Dabrowski, Baker Baha and Hailey MacNamara     Introduced By: Marion Mills

Activities for the year: Peace contest, Prom project, attending the Rotary District 7070 conference, trick or treat cans food drive. Relay for Life (24hrs).

They have 8 executive members, meet weekly, about 40-80 active members. About 100+ on email list.

Their presentation is at: http://tinyurl.com/kzs4kmg and it is on our Rotary club’s Facebook Page too.

Larry Hurren thanked Christine, Baker and Hailey for sharing. The future is in good hands with these leaders.

Meeting Adjourned

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 8T2

 

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : May 14, 2013 

          

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President:                       Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                       Devon Biddle

Secretary:                       Pat Dyck

Club Administration:       Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                  Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                   Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                 

                                                 

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Grace:                            Marsha Chambers                 

O Canada:                     Marion Mills                                                                                                               

Toast To The Queen :  Lennis Trotter 

                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   - Bob and Patti Koski  Happy Anniversary

                                                               - Fred Leschinsky –May 17,

                                                                - President Jodi Hewett – May 16, 

                                                                - Vice President  Al Finnigan  May 20

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Robert Brown – potential member;

                                                         Guest Speakers David Thompson & John Beaton

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: - Janice Leschinsky drew the Three of Diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week: Robbie Laroque                      Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike McLaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda FinniganAddie McLaren having her appendix out as we speak;

Marion MillsJuri has been accepted at the University in Tokyo, a step closer to her dream of being an interpreter, also, cousin David doing well post surgery;

Carol Reading paid a penalty buck for Al Finnigan. (he left early);

Devon Biddle - ??;

Janice Leschinsky for recognition of her article in the Senior’s Newsletter;

Shawn Kellam for monies won from Ace of Spades draw ($138.00);

Dave Andrews -  for Rotary Leadership Institute in Barrie, District 7010;

Kris Sachdeva - Happy to be back, bad weather in San Diego and he had a successful Cataract surgery upon his return;  

President Jodi Hewett misses her co worker, on vacation in Las Vegas;

Robert Kipling  - for the pleasure of sitting beside and taliking to our guest Robert Brown

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 - Yard Sale Saturday June 1st; help needed Friday May 31 and Saturday June 1

 - Gazebo ground breaking postponed from May to July; meeting with Oshawa Club on Thursday May 23 at the

   Officers Mess, 5:30 PM to discuss some details

 - Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament Wed. June 5th , $55.00

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: David Thompson                                          Introduced By: Marion Mills

David Thompson is a member of the Board of Directors for the Durham Youth Orchestra for more than 20 years; with him was John Beaton the Music Director for the Orchestra.  Orchestra members range in age from 10 to 21 years.  The mandate is to develop musical capability in children, through group and individual musical programs.  Their budget of approximately $40,000 per year comes for membership fees, ticket sales for concerts, sponsorships and fundraising events.  This money pays for professional coaching for the children, guest artists and professionals, as well as scholarships the children.  David asked that we consider a multi year sponsorship of $500-$1000.  Our club would be recognized in concert programs as well as, a “shout out” during concerts.

 Carol Reading thanked David for his information sharing.

Meeting Adjourned

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. There's an app for that. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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EDITOR: MIKE MCLAREN

                                      

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:     Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:                  Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:    Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  May 7th, 2013

          

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                            

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President: Jodi Hewett

Past President: Walter Stewart

Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:   Shawn Kellam            

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                        

Toast To The Queen :  Myles Fisher   

                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   none  

             

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  none

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:            Shawn Kellam

Card Drawn:   The Ace of Spades  !!!!!!!

(We all want to start our Grace next week J 

       .     

                

On The Door Next Week: Robbie Larocque                   

Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike McLaren

 

HAPPY BUCKS :

Larry Hurren: cutting down of a tree.

Alan Nason: off to England

Mike McLaren: safe drive home from Toronto

Walter Stewart: happy to be back from a holiday in Florida

Ted Morrison: Thank you for the prayers during this sad time.

Lennis Trotter:  Saw Bob Elliot’s former boat Miss Canada, and sad that a business is moving on.

Bob Stewart: story about a Go train experience with a loud radio

Bob Elliot: Happy about his boat going in and story about his wife and a life jacket.

Devon Biddle: Happy to have his son home from his music tour of Europe.

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

June 5th Golf Tournament – for the OfficersMess of the Ontario Regiment – at Heather Glenn -  9 am shotgun start. Cost $55. Our Club has One Foursome already.

June 25th regular meeting to be held offsite.

July 2- President’s Night – Invite your Spouse

July 9 – District Governor Valarie Wafer Visits – Spouses Invited

June 1 – Giant Rotary Garage Sale day at Bob Stewart’s house, 687 Masson Street, Oshawa.

 

ROTARY of the Month:   Robbie Larocque

GUEST SPEAKER 

:

Name of Speaker: Andy Lyons   Introduced By: himself and President Jodi

Remarks: In June 2014, the Rotary International Convention will be held in Sydney, Australia.  Great activates for all to see and do, before, during, and after!  Past President Andy gave us  agood idea of the costs of airfare and hotel, and encourage all of us to go on a trip of a lifetime. And , of course, Andy and Marlin Travel can get us there.

Thanked By: Walter Stewart

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. There is even an APP for the location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy RD, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past President Bob Koski

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 30, 2013 

           

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President: Jodi Hewett

Past President: Walter Stewart

Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:  Marsha Chambers                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast :  Larry Hurren     

 

                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   - None

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:      None

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:    Mike McLaren     Card Drawn:   6 clubs      

     .     

                

On The Door Next Week:  Robbie Larocque                   Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike Mc Laren

__________________________________________ _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Mike Mc Laren, Jodi Hewett, Dave Andrews, Al & Hilda Finnigan, Devon Biddle, Larry Hurren, Kris Sachdeva, Ted Morrison   – Reverse Draw was a successful fundraiser

Marion Mills – great weekend, two RYLA students sponsored from our club

Andy Lyons – had Donna in his place at Poker Trump Aids Walk

Marsha Chambers – took a bath today in her new tub.

Bob Stewart – attended Paul Dwyer reunion

Al Finnigan – our team came close to $1,000 for Poker Trump Aids Walk

Terry Deyoung – May 1 officially retired

Ted Morrison – Sharron appreciates the help she gets from Kay Hurren with the Silent Auction portion of the Reverse Draw.  Enjoyed the Poker Trump Aids Walk.

Alan Nason – he and Margaret enjoy walking at the Oshawa Centre

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS :

Jodi: Sat June 1 Yard Sale.  Bob Stewart and Laura Carey organizing.  Bob Stewart’s house is location. Drop off your stuff Sat June 1 before 8 am or Friday evening May 31.

Richmond Hill Rotary 60th anniversary Friday May 24. 

Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament Wednesday June 5.  See Jodie for more info. $55 per person.

Directors meeting Tuesday May 7 at 5 pm.

Hilda Finnigan – Judy Uphoff doing fine, planning a move soon and Betty Matthews is in Lakeridge Health Hospital.  Janice Leschinsky Seargent-at-Arms for May.

Kris Sachdeva – 2nd place winner of Reverse Draw donated the $1,400 to our club

ROTARY MOMENT  

Ted Morrison updated club on a few of the latest 170 pieces of legislation that Rotary International has recently approved.  Rotary dues up by $1 per year for next three years, ‘Homemaker’ is a recognized classification for prospective new Rotarians; 85 Rule - whereby your age and years of service in Rotary qualify you to be excluded from attendance rules.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:  Hilda Finnigan      Introduced By: Jodi Hewett

Remarks:  Hilda spoke of her brother, who lived a full and good life after receiving a heart transplant.  He received his heart on Good Friday and 20 years later, he died on Easter Sunday. 

She quoted a lot of facts and figures for us. 1,475 people are waiting for organ donations in Canada.  Over 1,000 of these are for kidneys.  90% of registered donors will be honored.  Only 50 % of people who are not registered, end up donating organs.  Only 22% of Ontarians have registered for Organ Donation.

28% of people in Durham Region are registered organ donors. One organ donor can save up to eight lives.

You can register to be an organ donor: in person at Service Ontario offices, or on-line by going to beadonor.ca/cinema.

Live life, then give life.  Register today.

Thanked By:  Alan Nason

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm.  

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past President Bob Koski

                                      

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:     Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:                  Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:    Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  April 23, 2013 

            

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President: Jodi Hewett

Past President: Walter Stewart

Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace : Carol Reading

National Anthem:  Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen:  Bob Elliott                                                                                

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

 Guests: None

 Visiting Rotarians: None

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

Birthdays – Cora Doyle 

Anniversaries – None

        

ANNOUNCEMENTS                                                  

Terry De Young  - still has tickets for Reverse Draw and needs Silent Auction donations;

2013 Scottish-Canadian Golf Exchange coming soon.  Twelve hosts required.  For golfers this is an opportunity of a lifetime.  See Terry for details. 

Mike McLaren – there will be a Reverse Draw Committee meeting after this week’s Rotary meeting;

to date: over 190 tickets sold.  

Ted Morrison – informed club that we have about 36 items for Silent Auction

Vice-President Al – Sat. May 4 District Assembly meeting.  Dave, Al, Janice and Ted will attend

President Jodie - reminded our members of the upcoming Sat April 27 Trump Aids Walk; 

May 1 budget meeting for 2013-14 at her home;

Sat May 11 Whitby Rotary with our help wishes to hold a Community Care Day, where we would help seniors with yard maintenance to allow them to remain in their homes. 

Richmond Hill Rotary 60th Anniversary-Friday May 24, dinner & dance: Devon & Linda and Ted and Sharron will attend.

Spring Yard Sale is at Bob Stewart’s on Saturday June 1.  Your help needed Friday May 31 too.

 

Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament, Wed June 5, Heather Glen GC, $55 entry fee provides: lunch, 9 holes of golf and prizes.  All Rotarians welcome. 

Tuesday July 9th District Governor will be visiting our club.

Thank you letter from Annette McDonald of CLOCA.  She enjoyed her guest speaker visit to our club.

At President’s Nite last week, Jodi learned of a new District Rotary Golf proposal.  It’s going to take place at three different GTA courses and is a fellowship event, not a fundraiser.  Cost is $150 per person for golf, cart and dinner.  First event Wed May 22 at 1 pm (shotgun start).  See Jodi for details.

Michelle Poole, President of Oshawa Rotary Club is promoting a 10 am – 4 pm event at Big Um Park.  See Jodi for info.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:    Peter Dueck drew the four of spades.

Happy Bucks:

Kris Sachdeva – happy to be here 

Mike Mclaren – story about a ‘dog’

Peter Dueck – recent accident, car a write off and he did not even have a scratch

Marsha Chambers – cleaning up her shed she found the base to her umbrella stand in its original package

Al Finnigan – will be doing some plumbing work for Keith

Jodi Hewett – happy to be here

Robert Kipling –summer reads book sale at McLaughlin Library Thurs Apr 25- Sat Apr 27

Ted Morrison – youngest child turns 40

Dave Andrews – annual Myrtle Beach Golf with Oshawa Rotarians – great fun and fellowship

Alan Nason- happy to be here

 

GUEST SPEAKER  

We had a Club Forum this week.

 

Jodi presented an idea for us to consider.  At this year’s District Conference at Deerhurst, we should think about hosting a theme hospitality suite Friday Oct 25.  Conference runs from Oct 25 – 27.  Theme could be

‘golfer’s dream’ with beer, wine and “green” margaritas.  Should be a fun event for our club.  This item will be discussed at the May 1 Budget meeting.

Meeting Adjourned: 7:30 pm

Next Week: Tuesday, 30 April 2013 – Organ Donation and Tissue Awareness Speaker – Hilda Finnigan.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians

.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. There is even an APP for the location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : November 27, 2012             

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle 

                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                            

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Grace:  Larry Huren

O Canada:  Eamon Doyle                                                                                                                                            

Toast To The Queen :  Alan Nason                                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Nov 25 Bob Stewart, Judith Uphoff Nov 23

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

None

 ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner:     Janis Lachinsky         Card Drawn:   6 Hearts 

         .     

On The Door Next Week:   Hilda Finnigan & Dave Andrews

Bulletin Editor Next Week: Ted Morrison

 

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Dave Andrews  attended 100th anniversary luncheon of the Toronto Club with Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Andy Lyons enjoyed his lengthy cruise

Devon Biddle still being invited to the Biddle and Associates Christmas Party

Janis Leschinsky happy that her friend’s daughter was the successful contestant on the “Canada Bachelor” TV show

Ted Morrison happy to see President Jodi Hewett back

Marion Mills happy to see Jodi back

Larry Hurren wants those that pledged for his grandson to skate in Skatethon to pay up

Dave Andrews happy plans are complete for the 33rd Annual Rotary Skatethon and thanked those that volunteered to help

Pat Dyck  is off to St. Maartin for two weeks

Al Finnigan is  glad Jodi is back and glad to pay his parking tickets

President  Jodi Hewett is glad to be back and offered to share her crutch with Al Finnigan

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Ted Morrison  congratulated two club members on becoming Rotary Foundation Benefactors. He presented certificates to Marsh Chambers and Al Finnigan. Laura Carey and Dave Rouza also became Benefactors and will be presented at a later time.

Hilda Finnigan announced the plans for the Rotary Christmas Party at Lennis and Esther Trotter’s home are going well. If you have not signed up to bring a dish you will be called. The  Cost is $10/person (kids free).She also announced that HelmutUphoff is not doing too well-very weak from chemo and Judith is recovering from pneumonia.

Devon Biddle reminded those members who did not attend our Polio fundraiser ”games night “ at Jodi’s that he is collecting your $20 donation to the Rotary Foundation Oilio Plus Fund. He is also collecting the $10 per person cost for the Christmas party.

Andy Lyons reminded members to get their cakes and hams orders in to him . ABSOLUTE deadline is 5 Dec.

President Jodi reminded members that next week Dec 4 will be our annual Christmas party for Participation house. Cost is $40.

President Jodi also informed the club of our Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College ’s “PeacePhoto Contest” which is a Canada- Wide project to send in Photos that best reflects PEACE .

Jodi also reminded members of the Breakfast at the Waltzing Weasel this Saturday- free when you bring an unwrapped toy/item for a teenager that will be collected as part of Sharon’s Kids program.

 GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speaker: Hilda Finnigan                                             Introduced By: President Jodi

 

Remarks: Hilda gave a report from the  Community Service Committee for the year to date. The budget for this committee is $14,000 annually. To date they have allotted $ 9710. Allottments include: Grandview Children’s Centre ”Leave No Kids Behind” program-$2500; Simcoe Hall Settlement House ”Yellow Bus Program’ $125

Partnership in Service projects $1000; MCVI Commencement Award $500; Trillium Gift of Life Network Durham Region (Santa Claus Parade) $500; Simcoe Hall Settlement House and Salvation Army each  $1000 for Christmas Hampers; Remembrance Day Wreath $85. Upcoming is the Participation House Christmas Dinner about $2500. Monies given last year to Hillsdale Terraces to build a “Man Cave” for Alzheimer’s patients was also discussed. She informed members of possible future projects that included Durham College, Dictionaries, Crime Stoppers and AIDS Durham

 

Thanked By:President Jodi and the committee for a great job this year.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:   Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:   Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 3, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                       President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                   Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                              Vice President: Alan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                                 Treasurer: Devon Biddle 

                                                                                   Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                             Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                          The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships? Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?             Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                         

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Grace:  Larry Hurren                

O Canada: Marion Mills                                                                                                                                               

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Christine Colton (Shawn’s spouse0, Geoff Osborne (17th), Eamon Doyle( 20th)

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Christine Dulbecco   Guest of Rotarian: Mike McLaren

Guest: Addy & Kyla McLaren Guest of Rotarian: Mike

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Christine Dulbecco   Card Drawn: Ace of Diamonds                .     

             

On The Door Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

Bulletin Editor Next Week: Ted Morrison

 

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

1. Dave Andrews proud of the Nov 11 service that our club took part in with President Jodi Hewett

2. Bob Stewart Happy to attend the MCVI Commencement and hand out our club’s scholarship to the student winner

3. Bob Elliott had a great time hosting the Scottish curlers and curling against them He especially enjoyed the “social: times

4. Kris Sachdeva happy to celebrate the Indian new Year and the Festival of Lights

5. Robbie Larocque has submitted a letter to the purple woods conservation area asking that our club be part of the Maple Syrup Festival next spring

6. Hilda Finnigan was happy to have her grandchildren at the War Museum last week

7. Jodi Hewett Happy to take part in the Nov 11 parade and represent our club. Now she has the Santa Claus Parade to organize for the 20th

8. AL Finnigan happy that Hilda was able to make a decision on redecorating paint in a timely fashion

9. Devon Biddle was also to have his grandchildren at the museum last Tuesday

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. Hilda announced that Oshawa Parkwood’s annual Christmas Part will again be at the Trotters home in Manchester. This year we will be having an “Old Fashion Traditional Christmas Dinner” with turkey and all the trimmings. It will be pot luck and she passed around a sheet for members to sign up for what they will bring. Those that don’t sign will be called and assigned a dish to bring

2. Marion announced that plans for the Mentorship Program at our Rotoract club are progressing nicely. 8 students have matches and 6 are still waiting for a match.

3. Larry Hurren thanked the members for helping his 4 year old grandson with his pledge sheet for the Skatethon

4. Dave announced that plans for the Skatethon are almost complete and he asked members to sign up for the volunteer helpers for the day. We need someone to go with Marion and Carol to Ajax on the same day to help the Durham Dragons portion

5. Al announced that the first meeting for the Reverse Draw committee will be on Thursday at the Golf Club Reverse Draw will be April 25

6. Dave and Robbie announced plans for our Membership Recruitment night  next Tuesday November 20. All members should try and make it. PLEASE NOTE IT IS FOR DESSERT AND COFFEE ONLY (NO MEAL) AND STARTS AT 7PM

Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation Annual General Meeting

 

Devon Biddle reviewed the minutes of the last general meeting. Minutes were adopted. He then reviewed the financial statements of the Foundation. The financial statements were approved as presented. Devon then gave the report of the nomination committee . The membership approved the nomination slate.

A complete set of minutes will be distributed by the Secretary of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation at a later time

 

GUEST SPEAKER :

Name of Speaker: Mike McLaren

Introduced by: President Jodi Hewett

Thanked By:Dr. Kris Sachdeva

 

Speaker’s Remarks:

This was Mike’s Craft talk . He gave a very  interesting and thorough discussion of his business laced with humour and with the aid of his daughter Addy. Mike is a partner at Equity Associates as a Financial Advisor. He discussed tactical money management. Canadians on average spend 110% of their salary which leads to too much debt. He said that everyone needs a strategy for safety to protect against falling markets. He concluded by giving 5 Ways to reduce your Taxes

A very interesting and entertaining talk…Well done Mike

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

 

MINUTES OF MEETING: October 16th, 2012             

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                     

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                                                                                               Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                

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Grace:   Lennis Trotter

O Canada: Marion Mills

Toast To The Queen:  Hilda Finnigan                                                                     

 

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

Adrian Betts, Executive Director, Aids Durham 

Helena Decyk of Medical Pharmacy Group & Carol Ford , a guest of Janice Leschinsky

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

October 25th       Jill Fisher 

ANNOUNCEMENTS                         

·         Ribfest “wrap-up” meeting is on Monday, October 29th, 6:30 pm at the Armories.

·         Our October 30th meeting is at Jodi & Dave’s home, $20 pp, spouses’ night, bring Toonies (Twoonies?)

·         November 6th is our tour of the museum and dinner at 420 Wing, $20, arrive at 5:30 pm for tour.

·         Vice President Al Finnigan read a “thank you” letter from the Armories for our club’s financial support.

·         Our club was presented with the “Changemaker Award” at the District Conference (not many were awarded, well done Oshawa-Parkwood!)).

·         Community Services Chair Hilda Finnigan presented a cheque for $563 to Adrian Betts for AIDS Durham.  This money is our share from the Tororonto District 7070 Rotary Trump AIDS Poker Walk in April 2012.

·         Vice President Al Finnigan shared information about the Durham College Expansion Project; $ 6 million in capital funds are needed; our club has committed to $5 thousand each year for 3 years.

·         On the door for November :   Hilda         Bulletin Editor for November:  Ted

                                 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be there, please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  

Robbie won !!!!

                

HAPPY BUCKS

·         Past District Governor Ted Morrison  was very pleased about the District Conference, even though he and Sharron were very busy as Aides Rotary International President’s Repersentative Mike and Sherry McCullough.  The 2013iden Hilda Finnigan was sorry to miss the conference but she had a wonderful time with her grad classmates at their 50th year celebration.  Next year, there’s no conflict of dates so she can attend both: her grad get-together and the 2013 Rotary District Conference (which is especially good because it’s Al’s year as President.)

·         Past President Devon Biddle says that the conference organizers followed Past District Governor Ted Morrison’s Conference Committee “roadmap” and that’s why it was good!

·         Adrian Betts shared a happy story of a woman who has been part of recovery programs through AIDS Durham…she married and gave birth to a healthy, HIV negative baby girl.

·         Director Robbie Larocque is happy about the weather in Oakville.

·         Past President Dave Andrews also enjoyed the conference; there were 24 break-out sessions, a great documentary and the good news that we can apply for Rotary Foundation Grant money to use in our own community.

·         Past President Lennis Trotter complimented Zain Shaik the actor from Little Mosque On The Prairie .

·         Past President Bob Koski loves the great weather!

·         Vice President Al Finnigan enjoyed the conference, especially the fellowship.  He really liked it that Dave A. won the 50/50 money and shared by purchasing wine and beer.

·         Past President Dave Andrews  shared that there are lots of pictures from the conference on  Facebook …be sure to “check them out”!

 

ROTARY MOMENT

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GUEST SPEAKER  : 

Name of Speaker: Janice Leschinsky                  

 Janice shared about her plan to conduct a “pilot project” concerning INR tests for those taking anticoagulant medications.  Janice explained the many advantages of the use of an electronic sensor to test the blood.  Janice is asking for sponsors and volunteers for this project.   

Eamonn thanked our speaker; meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: 

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; 

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society; 

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life; 

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10 

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm 

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am 

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am 

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am 

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm 

WEDNESDAY:Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am 

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am 

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm  

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm 

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am 

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am 

FRIDAY:Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15 

 

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15 

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING: October 16th, 2012             

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                             

                                                                                      Treasurer: Devon Biddle 

                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff     

                                                   

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Grace:   Alan Nason

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen:  Larry Hurren                                                                                          

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

 

Syd Harmon, Past District Governor 7080

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   

Oct.  16   Cheryl Carter

         19   Robbie and TerryLynn (Anniversary)

          22  Sandy Chyznak & Carla Skinner

ANNOUNCEMENTS                                                  

 

·         Andy L. is collecting $20 for attendance on Nov. 6th at the military museum and our meal at the 420 Wing.  This is a spouses’ & family night; children under 14 are no charge.  Also, our cakes & hams sale is coming soon.  Prices are the same: hams $25, cakes $20.  Delivery will be the second week of December.

·         Bob K. is pleased that our members have sold 182 tickets so far; we’re past the strategic 180 mark!  He also praised Terry for seeing the presentation twice and Hilda & Al for selling 26 tickets!!  **Hilda says that Al hasn’t paid yet!!

·         Dave A. reminded us to hand in our membership nomination forms.

·         Al F. 1) On October 29th at 6:30, there will be a “Ribfest Wrap-up” meeting at the Officers’ Mess

               2)  Al shared a letter of congratulation from Jim Flaherty to Andy Lyons.  Andy has been awarded                      the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, in honour of over 50 years of volunteerism.

               3)  We’re reminded to bring our $2 coins to Jodi’s…all for the good of the polio fund.

·         On The Door Next Week:   Marsha Chambers      Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion Mills

             (Editor’s note: If you cannot be there, please find a replacement)

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Devon pulled the King of ♦

                

HAPPY BUCKS

·         Hilda is happy for two reasons: she’ll be attending a 50th year reunion with her nursing grad. friends/ happy that Bob K. has helped all of us to get to the 182 point for ticket sales.  

·         Walter: thanks to Bob K.

·         Helmut is happy to be here.

·         Pat announced that Ken is having his 70th birthday and that everyone is welcome at a “Come & Go” get-together at Solina Hall from 1-4 on Sunday.

·         Robert is sad that Canada was beaten by Honduras 8 to 1, so no chance at the World Cup in 2014. (Next chance is 2018.)

·         Carol shared that, even though both her sister and brother are in hospital, they’re both doing better.

·         Bob K. is very pleased with our ticket sales/ enjoyed his family trip to Muskoka

·         Dave A. is happy that 4 of our Rotaractors have been fully subsidized to attend the conference and that an additional 4 from another club have been covered by the RC of Oshawa. 

·         Al F. congratulated Andy on his Diamond Jubilee Award and thanked David A. for his efforts to get our Rotaractors’ registrations completely covered.

·         Andy is pleased about his award/ he and Donna are leaving on a month-long cruise in the south Pacific, and he doesn’t care about missing anything here.

ROTARY MOMENT  

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GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Past DG of 7080, Syd Harmon                       Introduced By: Andy Lyons

Our speaker‘s theme was about involvement, particularly active involvement with passion. This passion can be the catalyst in Projects, membership drives, fundraising, PR and more.

He gave a specific example of the “Canadian Dictionary Project”, which began in 2006-2007. Our club’s financial support and personal involvement has been requested.

Devon thanked our speaker; meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : October 9th , 2012             

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                                                                                               Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                   

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott                                                                                          

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

The Fernandez Family: Walter, Karen & Alana

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Oct. 11  Shawn Kellam

        15  Jen McAuley, Ken Dyck

        16   Cheryl Carter

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

·         Ted reminded us to hand in our membership proposals; next week is good too.  Also, November 30th is the day that our government matches “dollar-for-dollar” our charitable donations.  This is the best time to donate to our RI Foundation.  The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation also matches, so $20 can become $60 in this equation!

·         Bob K. reminded us to “move those tickets” for Class Act.  We have 100 out so far, and we need 180 sold in order to reach our goal and have a $30 tax receipt.

·         Andy L. is collecting $20 for attendance on Nov. 6th at the military museum and our meal at the 420 Wing.  This is a spouses’ & family night; children under 14 are no charge.  Also, our cakes & hams sale is coming soon.  Andy will have info. a.s.a.p.  Prices are the same: hams $25, cakes $20.  Send an e-mail to Andy if you’d like a flyer.

·         Hilda: we still need a bulletin editor for next March…and a host for our Christmas/holiday get-together.

·         On The Door Next Week:   Marsha Chambers                    Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion Mills

             (Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   David Mankiewicz           Card Drawn: JackHearts    (Ted shared about the controversy at RC of Trenton…whether to start a new deck if remaining cards are getting low.)    .     

                

HAPPY BUCKS

·         Ted: He and Sharron are off for 8 days in the south, Savannah and Myrtle Beach.  

·         Kris has just returned from Japan, and it was fantastic, with beautiful homes, great food and hotels (although the rooms are very small).

·         Marsha shared about her trip to Vancouver.  She had a chance to visit her brother’s gravesite and finally say “goodbye”.  There was some added excitement from a stolen car chase…and also from some Japanese students apparently trying to challenge the “boys-separate-from-girls” arrangements!

·         Eamonn is happy about the 100th anniversary of Les Canadiens; also, he and Cora are heading for warmer climates for the next 6 months.

·         David M. is just “happy to be here”!

·         David A. is happy to be able to walk again with minimal pain…2 miles today.

·         Lennis is happy about his trip to Pennsylvania.

·         Hilda has had a bad day: her washer broke down…she ran into a wheelbarrow with her car…and she had a flat tire L

·         Alana Fernandez is: 1) sorry for Hilda’s bad day  2) loved Sweden, except for the rain  3) happy to be back with her family!!

·         Andy was sick last week and lost 13 pounds, but he feels better this week.

·         Al F. has eaten lots, but can still button his jacket.

 

·         Jodi had 24 people for Thanksgiving supper; her dishwasher broke; she and Dave had heavy traffic while hauling a trailer from the US, and then Paddy’s gave them the wrong part for the dishwasher.

·         Bob K. & family had a great Thanksgiving dinner and then a family wedding at the golf club for Patty’s sister’s grandson.

·         Marion is pleased to have Alana and her family with us.

 

ROTARY MOMENT

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GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Alana Fernandez                                            Introduced By: Marion Mills

 

Remarks: Alana shared with us all about her one-year exchange in Sweden.  She presented via her many pictures, which included friends, food, sites visited, cultural experiences and the WEALTH of new learning that she experienced.  She emphasized the impact that this experience had on her way of thinking, and how this has broadened her thinking and taught her to “think bigger and aim higher”!

 

She offered her sincere thanks to our club and to her parents.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:  Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:  Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:  Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

                            MINUTES OF MEETING : October 2nd, 2012          

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                    

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                    Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                    Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey/Ted Morrison

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff
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Grace:  Shawn Kellam
Oh Canada: Marion Mills
Toast To The Queen :  Alan Nason                                                                          

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS
Norma Davis, Rotary Club of Toronto-Eglinton
David Chambers, Durham College

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Katie Osborne Oct. 3
Hilda Finnigan & Laura Carey  Oct. 4   (We all got up and sang Happy Birthday to  Hilda Finnigan  the way they do at the
Indian Rocks Beach Rotary Club in Florida (“Happy Birthday”, cha-cha version!), led by Past District Governor Ted Morrison.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS
·         Bob Koski  Class Act event is only 3 weeks away.  Tickets should be bought and paid before the event night, Oct. 24th. .  Prizes are coming in well; there will be a “Bucket Draw” format for prizes.
·         Alan Nason. (for Andy Lyons.): our Remembrance tour (museum) & dinner (420 Wing) is Nov. 6th, cost is $20.  Payment can be made at the front desk, starting next week. Tour starts at 5:30 pm and Dinner at 420 Wing at 7:00 pm.
·         Ted Morrison shared & described the Membership Nomination sheet.  New Member Orientation is Tuesday, November 20th at 7:00 pm.  There is no dinner meal that evening; dessert and coffee will be served (no charge to members or guests).
·         Hilda Finnigan had two requests for members: we need a bulletin editor for March, 2013, and for our annual Christmas/holiday get-together on Dec.11th, we need a host home. 
·         President Jodi Hewett shared about the presentation of school supplies at Mary Street Public School.  The items were very much appreciated; a “thank you” letter was read.
      Also, Jodi Hewett presented Past District Governor Ted Morrison with a sapphire Paul Harris pin for his
      continued  support of the Rotary Foundation.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW
Winner:   Helmut Uphoff drew the 10 of clubs.                

HAPPY BUCKS
·         Al Finnigan shared a “Happy Foot” story: he can now shower standing up!  Also, he’s happy for Hilda’s birthday this week
·         Ted Morrison thoroughly enjoyed the 50th year reunion for McLaughlin CVI.  He was the keynote speaker, having been student, teacher and administrator at the school.  One of his first acts of discipline at the school, as a student prefect, was to give a detention for gum-chewing to Sue Skinner (Walter’s partner).
·         Marion Mills welcomed back Carol Reading  and Eman Atallah (brief visit before the meeting).  Also, there will be more news soon about our mentorship program with Rotaract at UOIT.
·         Carol Reading is happy to be back…so many things have happened in the last few months!
·         Devon Biddle is pleased that Biddle and Associates (Robbie Larocque being an Associate) has received a Civic Pride Award for the Chamber of Commerce for valued contributions to our community.
·         Bob Stewart scored a 74 for 18 holes of golf!  Also, he’s sorry to have missed Ted Morrison’s speech at the McLaughlin 50th reunion.  He did however, enjoy the pub night…and yes, his former girlfriend attended the reunion.
·         Hilda Finnigan welcomed Carol Reading back, and also was very pleased to pick up Helmut Uphoff for Rotary tonight.
Dave Andrews was very pleased to see the smiles on the young students’ faces when we gave them their back-to-school supplies at Mary Street school and thanked President Jodi Hewett for making this donation possible
·         Helmut Uphoff is happy to have a ride from Hilda tonight.
·         Jodi Hewett welcomed back Carol Reading and wished Hilda Finnigan “Happy Birthday”!  She also was pleased to see Eman Attallah earlier and she shared that Eman’s son, Rawy is now driving.
·         Bob Koski, not to be outdone by Bob Stewart’s golf score, shared that he had a score of 72…except his was for 9 holes on an executive course.  Just call him “Bunker Bob”!!

ROTARY MOMENT
None for this evening

 

GUEST SPEAKER 
Ted Morrison introduced Norma Davis, Rotary Club of Toronto-Eglinton.  Norma spoke about a WASRAG project in the Rift Valley, Kenya.  She shared about her club’s involvement and described the “compound benefit” of grants for RI.  Also, the clean water project has brought many other improvements to the people who share in it: education, bank loans, increased farming and trades.  This project is “A hand up, not a handout”.Al Finnigan thanked our speaker and the meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm      

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Cafe., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING: September 25 , 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                       President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                                                                                               Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff     

                                                   

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Grace:   Shawn Kellam                        

O Canada: Marsha Chambers                                                                                                                                      

Toast To The Queen :  Robbie Larocque                                                                                

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   

None

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Mike Uphoff

Ken Dyke

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:    Eamonn                                          Card Drawn:  7 Hearts     .     

           

On The Door Next Week:                                               Bulletin Editor Next Week:

Marsha Chambers                                                              Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Marion Mills- Had a great 16 days touring the British Isles.

Al Finnigan-Asked Andy, was it fair to all, leaving him with this mornings coffee bill, which Andy was supposed to pay

Andy Lyons–claims he thought Al wanted to pay, so he was helping him out

Robbie Larocque-took his son and buddy to Great Wolf Lodge, they had a ball

Hilda Finnigan- Glad to see everyone back, needs scribes for the bulletin 2 spaces left.

Mike Uphoff-A buddy gave him an offer he could not refuse, a trip to October fest in Germany for he and his

wife

Larry Hurren- Nice to see 2  Uphoffs at the meeting

Helmut Uphoff- Nice to be here

Ted Morrison-Took 2 days to close pool and glad to see Helmut at the meeting

Bob Stewart- met old golf buddy from PEI at Golf Town

Jodi Hewett-Happy everone is here

Alan Nason-He and Margret enjoyed Presidents walk

Jodi Hewett- reminded everyone of the fun night at the farm on October 30/2012 spouses welcome

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Devon Biddle-There are delinquent dues payers and he is collecting

Andy Lyons- Has packages of sausage for $2.00 left over from Ribfest you can pick them up after the meeting

         Secondly, we are meeting at the Army museum on November 6/2012. Located at the airport, Dinner and

         drinks at the 420 Wing after the tour. Please prepay Andy as soon as possible..

Dave Andrews- November 11, 2012 Rememberance Day Parade and presentation of the wreath

Bob Koski-Pushing tickets for Class Act on October 24th.2012., A committee meeting is scheduled after our dinner meeting

Ted Morrison- needs volunteers for front desk 2 spots April and May.

Mike McLaren-Happy his son is here visiting from Calgary and is fixing house appliances

Robert Kipling- There are 2 local cultural happening in Oshawa

                           1. The library is sponsoring a film at the Odeon theater

                           2. Annual fall book sale at the Oshawa main library $2.00 books

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

None

 

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ted Morrison

Introduced By: President Jodi Hewett

Topic: The Rotary Foundation

Remarks: Spoke about the three Foundations Annual Programs Fund

                                                                         Permanent Fund

                                                                         Polio Plus Fund

               $152,000 was raised at the Rotary Foundation Walk in Bowmanville

               20% of the members world wide support the Foundation

               Each member of the club is asked to give $100.00 toward the Annual Programs Fund(Tax Receipts will be

               given). This is where our grant money comes from among other things

               There are 6 areas of focus which the Fund is working on, Ted handed a folder around outlining these       

 

 

 

Thanked By:  President  Jodi Hewett

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME OF THE ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : September 18 , 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle      
                                                                                    Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff     

                                                   

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Grace:   Myles Fisher              

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                

Toast To The Queen :  Lennis Trotter                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   

Hilda and Al’s anniversary September 20

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

None

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner:    Walter   Stewart                         Card Drawn:      Jack of spades        .     

Door:    Andy     Lyons                                       Bulletin: Al Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda- has been laundering Ribfest monies

Larry-doing laundry

Ted-The Foundation Walk next Sunday in Bowmanville starting at the Beech street Community Centre

Devon-Kipling dollar for good trip to Newfoundland

Robert Kipling-for a good trip to Newfoundland

Bob Koski-finished recreation room after one year and not happy with weather

Andy-was away golfing in Bellville and had a good time, happy to be back on the door

Ted- sad buck for Helmut

Al F- With all the monies coming in it looks like we will make over $3,000.00 profit on Ribfest this year

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ted – announced a membership drive for the district 100 days for 100 members, a club is to get a net increase of 2 new members for an entrance into a money draw -56 clubs involved

Andy-November 6/12 tour and dinner at the military museum at the airport with dinner a 420 wing 5.30-6.00PM start. Would like to know in advance for dinner prep

Bob Koski- Reminding everyone of the Class Act Dinner Theater on October 26/12. We need to sell 180 tickets to receive $5,400.00 for our club. Tickets are $65.00 each Bob needs door prizes We already has 4 some for Lakeridge, a $50.00 Dinner Gift , Rona gift certificate and a $250.00 certificate from Hardco. Needs more prizes please ask when you are out for dinner at your favorit restaurant for Gift Certificates. A selective draw will be made at intermission.

Devon- collected from Al Finnigan for the walk poor Al.

Jodi-we are arranging for a social night, spouses included at her place at the farm. This will be on October 30/12 instead of a regular meeting. It will be in conjunction with the Polio commitment of $20.00 dollars.

Hilda-still has 3 spots on the bulletin roster

         -Feels bad about the Helmut situation (Lung tumor)

         -Carol is having her share of problems but hopes all the negative things are behind her

         -left over sausage and peamale in Als van $2.00 per package

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT   : District 7070 Membership Initiative: 100 Members – 100 Days

 Dave Andrews updated us on membership initiative.

100 members in 100 Days - Contest for ALL District 7070 Rotary Clubs
From Past District Governor Mike Phelan and the District 7070 Membership Committee:
Celebrate the centennial of Rotary in District 7070! (The Rotary Club of Toronto is 100 Years Old This Year). Our goal is to add 100 net new members to the clubs in our district in 100 days – an average of net +2 per club.

A draw will take place on...December 24, 2012 with prizes awarded for your club projects.
First prize $2500
Second prize $1000
Third prize $500
To be eligible for the draw, a club must show a net increase of at least 2 members.

A club with a net + 2 members will reeive ONE Ballot in the draw listed above. ONE additional ballot will be awarded for EACH new net member.

Club Membership Initiative: Dave then asked our own Rotary Club members members to participate in a Coffee& Dessert Rotary Information Night on Nov 20 for prospective members. This initiative, under the leadership of Membership Director Robbie Larocque is identical to the Membership Initiative we did about 8 years ago under Past District Governor Ted Morrison.

Our Club members are asked to think of a prospective member or two or three, and submit their names on a proposed member information sheet to the Membership Committee. The Committee would send a letter of invitation to the prospective member and invite them to the Coffee& Dessert Rotary Information Night. The Membership Committee would inform the prospective members about our Rotary Club and the benefits of joining Rotary. If the proposed member agrees, the formal membership proposal form is filled out by the current member and the formal process of membership proposal begins. Last time we did this, we added 10 new Rotarians to our Rotary Club. 

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :Name of Speaker: Dave Andrews, Director of Public Relations
Topic: Public Relations Committee – Update to the Club Members
Remarks:Update to the Club on the Activities of the Public Relations  Committee 2012 - 2013

Public relations informs communities around the world that Rotary is a credible organization that meets real needs. It is the responsibility of every Rotarian to spread the good word about Rotary and our Rotary Club.When a Rotary club has a positive public image, current membersare motivated to be active and prospective members are eager to join. 

The public relations committee has worked with the following club committees to meet public relations goals:
Fundraising committees – Class Act, Skate-a-thon, Ribfest, Cakes and Hams, Reverse Draw,  just to name a few
All Service committees (to be aware of upcoming projects that would be of interest to the media

    • i.e. Mary Street School items
    • Remembrance Day ad in Snap Oshawa
    • Remembrance Day Wreath Ceremony
    • Festival of Remembrance Concert  - Ad in the program

 Membership committee (to tailor our efforts to target potential members in the
Community – i.e. Chamber of Commerce Newsletter every 2 months and Special Chamber of Commerce meetings and Events)
• Rotary Foundation committee (to be aware of upcoming Humanitarian Grants projects, World Polio Day, or visiting scholarship recipients)
• Club administration committee (to notify the media in advance of who is on the weekly club program and to design the club’s Web site to appeal to the media and general public)
New Generations Committee – to help promote Youth Exchange, Interact, Rotaract and Earlyact clubs and activities in our community

 The District  has spent a lot of money in January – February  2012 and will do even more in January – February 2012-2013 on top of receiving  our District PR grant to air the Humanity In Motion Public Service Announcement, called You Are The Missing Piece which will reach 5.4  2 million people in all of Ontario, in Montreal, and in north eastern New York State. You have a Golden Opportunity to tell the world all about Rotary and our Rotary Club. 

Advertising in newspapers  (in a similar manner to the Bowmanville Club that gets one page per month in the This Week Clarington Edition. Be repared to spend some of your company’s money . This is in no way a freebie.

  • Eamonn Doyle spent some time developing a similar plan for our club – no one has stepped forward to advertise ($500 for 4 ads about Rotary and our Rotary Club)
  • And Snap Oshawa has also spent some time developing a similar plan for our club – (about $440  for 4 ads about Rotary and our Rotary Club)
  • This year, the Club members showed little response to these initiatives.

  • Building a rapport with the media (newspapaers, TV , radio)  - It is time we had a media night at our club, where we invite all media to attend and one media person is the guest speaker and can brag about their business
  • Encouraging Rotarians to wear their Rotary lapel pins EVERYWHERE
  • Posting Rotary information and club events on our Club Website and on our club’s Facebook page and on the community calendars (TV and radio websites), on our District 7070 website or on another organization’s Web site  

We have successfully launched our own Club’s website (www.rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org) . Bob Elliott has been added to our PR Committee and is doing a great deal of work populating the club website along with Dave Andrews.
Cameron Ackerblade has set up our club’s very own Facebook page. Try  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rotary-Club-of-Oshawa-Parkwood/144377628968467   You do not have to have a Facebook account to see this page. As of today, Dave Andrews is keeping it up to date.
And the new District 7070 website is filled with Rotary Info for our current and potential members.   www.rotary7070.org

Are you using them yet?. .

With the assistance of President Jodi Hewett, this year , we plan to work with The City of Oshawa to take over the sponsorship and all activities surrounding The Oshawa Walk of Fame – take nominations, select an inductee or 2, have a dinner honouring them, and getting their stone in The Walk of Fame.

These are just some plans that we will be working on for the rest of the Rotary Year. 

Thanked By: President Jodi Hewett

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :   Sept. 12, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                         President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                    Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                    Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                  All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff 
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Grace:   Eamonn Doyle 
O Canada: Ted Morrison
To The Queen :  Shawn Kellam                                                                                    

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  
No birthdays and anniversaries next week.
However, heads up for Al on his anniversary next week.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Mayor John Henry and his assistant Mark Sherriff

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
WinnerKris  Sachdeva                     Card Drawn:    8 of Clubs

On The Door Next Week:                                               Bulletin Editor Next Week:
Andy Lyons                                                                          Allan Finnigan
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS
Ted-Thank you to Al and Hilda working long hours at Ribfest
Jodi-Happy Judges are away at a conference.
Devon-Happy he was in Nova Scotia, got out of Ribfest
Ted-Will be putting out pledge sheets for presidents walk on September 23, 2012 In Bowmanville
Jodi-Breakfast at the mess Saturday September 15th. for breakfast with Santa $5.00 adults and $3.00 for kids
Ted- we got $145.00 in our Foundation Jug, nice work Ted.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 
Al Finnigan- thanked volunteers for their efforts, we had close to 60 volunteers working the 3 tents including Interactors and Rotaractors. Special thanks to those who showed up to help tear down on Sunday P.M.
Bob Koski-The Class Act will be on October 24, 2012. Committee to meet after to nights meeting to get the ball rolling. 

ROTARY MOMENT 
None

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :
Name of Speaker:  Mayor  of Oshawa John Henry
Introduced By: President Jodi Hewett

 

Remarks:  John discussed the positive things happening in Oshawa in the last year: 407 Extension, Costco,2 new schools to be built near Conlin Rd..,A number of small plazas have been announced, Women’s largest world lacrosse tournament to be held at the Civic auditorium on June 2nd 2013. 30,000 people will attend, Working on a down town hotel complex
Thanked By: Bob Stewart

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING SEPT 4, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                             OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013  
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                 President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                           Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                     Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                       Treasurer: Devon  Biddle 
                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                            All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                         Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                   The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships? Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?               Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff 
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Grace:   Shawn Kellam 
O Canada: Peter Dueck 
Toast To The Queen : Alan Nason                                                                                           

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  
Birthdays:   Anne Ross, Bruce Mackey, and Donna Pyott
Anniversaries: Devon and Linda Biddle

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   
None

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
Winner:     Jerry Ouelette     MPP                      Card Drawn:    Queen of Clubs              

On The Door Next Week:                              Bulletin Editor Next Week:
____Andy Lyons______________                     Allan Finnigan____________
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS
Dave Mankiewicz-Oldest son is starting High School, Dave drove him the first day and wiggled himself out of a speeding ticket.
Bob Stewart went to two High School reunions this month.
Al Finnigan enjoyed golf with 2 grandsons
Robbie Happy both Veronica and Elliot on the same bus to school, makes life easier.
Dave Andrews happy to be back Golfing, followed Bob Stewart who shot a 72 they are calling him “Birdie Bobby”.
Happy getting monthly Rotary Award. Congratulations Dave Andrews.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Hilda -Volunteers and schedule set just need good weather for Ribfest
Ted – Bob Scott dinner in Cobourg in May 2013 for $200.00 a seat, money is going to Polio a $125.00 receipt is available.
The Foundation walk is in Bowmanville on September 23, 2012. It is to support the APF Fund of a $100.00 per person. Your $100.00 donation on the invoice membership is to be credited toward  this.
There will be pledge sheets for the walkers.
Hilda-The $2,500.00 donation was presented to Grandview last week.
President Jodi-Had samples of school supplies for Mary Street that we are supplying, Kelly Killman is the new Principal
Jodi and Ted- Are going to arrange a social night in October on a Tuesday night for the Polio eradication program, likely wine and cheese type night N/C . This will be in conjunction with the $20.00 per person donation request.
President Jodi awarded Dave Andrews with a pin and award for Rotarian of the month
Bob Koski- Announced the Class Act will be on October 24/2012 the play is “Having a Wonder full Time Wish You Where Her”, arranging a committee meeting to get things moving.

ROTARY MOMENT  Dave Andrews

Here is the The September Monthly Message of Sakuji Tanaka  - President, Rotary International, from the Rotarian Magazine September 2012

Dear fellow Rotarians,
Many of you know that we now have five Avenues of Service in Rotary. The fifth, and newest, is New Generations Service. There are many ways to serve through this avenue, and you will read about some of them in this month’s issue of Rotarian Magazine.
All of the work we do to educate children, …. to improve maternal health,…. to help families live healthier lives – all of this is service to New Generations. We also serve New Generations by working to eradicate polio, ….. helping to ensure that future generations of children will be born into a polio-free world.
Our youth and young adult programs, such as Rotaract, …. Interact, …. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, …. and Rotary Youth Exchange, are a very important part of this Avenue of Service. We must remember that the youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.
By helping to develop young leaders and bringing younger members into our clubs,….  we strengthen communities – and Rotary’s future.For most of my life, I have been a salesman. I learned long ago that being a good salesman is not enough. You must also have a good product. If you are a good salesman, you will make the first sale. But if you do not have a good product, you will make only the first sale. You will not make the second.
It is not enough to bring new members into Rotary.We want them to stay. We want the new, young members to become longtime members.We want them to be Rotary leaders in 10, 20, or 30 years.How do we do this?
We have to look at our product. We have to look at Rotary not with our own eyes, …. but with new eyes. When we invite a new member to join and that person’s answer is no, …. we should ask why.This is not to pressure someone into joining. It is to find out more information.
 W
hat are the obstacles to membership? Is it an inconvenient meeting time?
Is it too much of a time commitment?Is it something else that we have not thought of?
We need to ask questions, …. and we need to open ourselves to the answers. We cannot say, …. “No, we will not do this,”….  just
because we have never done it before.
Why not have child care at a meeting? Why not involve families in projects?
Why not make attendance requirements less strict, or meet less often?
Our new Avenue of New Generations Service is an important step in ensuring many future generations of Rotary, and of Service Above Self.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :
Name of Speaker: Gerry Ouelette   Member of Provincial Parliament for Oshawa
Introduced By:       Dave Andrews
Remarks: Gerry talked about his involvement in:    The McLauglin Cancer Center , 407 Extension, Indian Bands in the north,  Involvement with Hockey, Child abuse, and other Political issues
Thanked By: Mike McLaren

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : 28THAugust 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                               OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                   Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                              Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                                Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff   

Bulletin Editor:  Past President Alan Nason.
Grace:      Eamon Doyle
O Canada:    Peter Dueck
Toast to The Queen :  Myles Fisher

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
 Aug. 28th Past President Devon Biddle,
 Aug. 31st Past President Dave Andrews,
Happy Birthday to them both.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: We have two speakers from UOIT telling us about RYLA, to be introduced later.

SERGEANT AT ARMS: Past President  Andy Lyons

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
Winner:  Past President Alan Nason         Card Drawn:   8 of Spades           .     

 HAPPY BUCKS: 
Several expressed pleasure that Past District Governor Ted Morrison was back and looking very well.
Marsha Chambers was pleased that her old appliances that had been cluttering up her basement had been taken away.
Past President Larry Hurren reported that he was pleased to announce that his cottage was now almost Mosquito free. One hopeful member was waiting for an invite to the cottage
Larry said that he had lots of chores to be done.          

On The Door Next Week:  ?????????                           Bulletin Editor Next Week:  ?????????
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Past District Governor Ted Morrison:
The Foundation Walk will take place in Bowmanville, let Ted if you plan to go. The entry fee for all members has been paid.
Rib Fest is approaching and will be held on Sept. 7, 8, 9. Volunteers and donations to buy pop are still needed.

 

 ROTARY MOMENT.
Past Presient Dave Andrews reminded us that September is New Generations month. This month , we are going to do a series of New Generations Topics for our Rotary Moments.I sent to you on Monday a look at what RYLA is all about. And how lucky we are tonight to hear from 2 RYLARIANS. And so first to the basics:
What is New Generations? New Generations refers to the youngest generation in the family of Rotary.Many are participants in Rotary’s youth and young adult programs: Interact, Rotaract, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), and Rotary Youth Exchange. Others are serviceminded young people involved in Rotary club and district activities.
Past RI President Luis Vicente Giay coined the term New Generations when he shared his belief that the future of Rotary relied on involving young people in the organization’s programs and activities.At the 1996 RI Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, he said:
“Our vision for the future, now more than ever, is the difference between success and failure. The New Generations are our investment in the future. Let us begin to build that future today.” New Generations Service became Rotary’s fifth Avenue of Service in 2010. It is defined in article 5 of the Standard Rotary Club Constitution:
New Generations Service recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults through leadership development activities, involvement in community and international service projects, and exchange programs that enrich and foster world peace and cultural understanding.Rotary clubs should be committed to involving youth and young adults in their vocational, community, and international service projects, and to providing programs and resources that support them.
 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speakers: Haley McNamara & Abby Locke. From UOIT.( Both girls are from Whitby. They were  Introduced By: Past President Dave Andrews: Both girls are attending UOIT. Haley taking  Forensic Psychology and Abby is taking  A Bachelor of Commerce degree. Both ladies talked about their recent attendance at the RYLA program and their experiences there. They thanked Rotary for sponsoring them.
They were thanked by Past President Larry Hurren, who presented them with a certificate of the club’s donation to The End Polio Fund on their behalf.

 

Immediate Past President Walter Stewart closed the meeting at 7.30pm

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2012-2013 ROTARY THEME: “PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  21st Aug. 2012              

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                 

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President Jodi Hewett, declared the meeting opened.

Grace:  Terry Fox
O Canada: Marsha Chambers
Toast To The Queen :  Past President Walter Stewart                

GUESTS/ VISITING ROATARIANS: Hon. Member Terry Giles and Assistant Governor Wayne Routly                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :
Aug. 23rd Terrilyn Laroque
Rose & David Mankiewicz. Aug. 27th
Eman & Amr Attalla
.
Aug.28th Devon Biddle.

SERGEANT AT ARMS: Past President  Andy Lyons.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Draw winner Robert Kipling. Card drawn 10 of Spades, tough.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:
Past President Hilda Finnigan reported that our Vice President Al Finnigan had mown the lawn.
Past President Larry Hurren told us of his trip to Dawson’s Creek and the Rodeo Parade with Rotary Floats.
Past President Kris Sachdeva celebrated the 50 year anniversary of the independence of India.
Past President Terry Giles said thank you to the club for remembering Jean in her illness.
Past President Marion Mills told us of her trip to Memphis to visit Graceland on the 35th anniversary of Elvis’ death. Robert Kipling told us of his visit to Melford Saskatchewan and the parade he had seen. There was a float for the class of 1962, Linda Biddle’s graduating class.
Vice President Al Finnigan made us realize that his foot still hurt, especially when he pushed the mower. Whiner!
Past District Governor Ted Morrison said thank you to Robert and Carloline Kipling for their hosting the Club barbecue as did Marsha Chambers.
Past President Andy Lyons thanked Robert for allowing him to cook the delectable steaks.
President Jodi Hewett suggested that we consider making a float for the Santa Claus Parade. Silence was the enthusiastic response.

 

On The Door Next Week: Aug. 28th  Past District Governor Ted Morrison.

Bulletin Editor Aug 28th : Past President Alan Nason

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Assistant Governor Wayne Routly Visited our club this evening to give us the details of the Foundation Walk, “Walk The Talk” to be held on Sept. 23rd 2012 at the Clarington Beech Centre in Bowmanville. Registration 9am, Start 10.00am. Lunch 11.30am to 1.00pm. The target is $125.000.00 or more.
Past President Hilda Finnigan reported that Helmut Uphoff was now at home and cooking and washing, waiting for Speech Therapy.
She noted that Amr Attalla was going to go home on Palliative care. Also please help the bottom line for the Rib Fest and donate $10.00 for the purchase of Pop to be sold at the event. Help is still needed to man our booth, Please volunteer some of your time to help out. The Bulletin roster for the next year is being compiled. Please add your name or you may be voluntold.
President Jodi Hewett reminded everyone that she is purchasing school supplies for the Mary Street School. Please join us all in donating $10.00 to by the supplies that will be given to the children of the school.
Treasurer Devon Biddle briefly reviewed the Financial Statement for Year End June 30th 2012. 

 

ROTARY MOMENT:
Past District Governor Ted Morrison expanded on Wayne Routly’s presentation about the Foundation Walk. He noted that our Rotary club will send a cheque for participation in the Walk on behalf of the whole Club. All member’s entry fees are paid, so join the fun there is no cost. Ted asked us, “What would Rotary do without The Foundation? The answer is not very much. We need the Foundation for all of Rotary’s big projects. Why wouldn’t you donate to the Foundation? Global Scholars, Vocational Training and Humanitarian Grants all need the Foundation Funds. Use the Walk as a time to give to the Foundation. A $100.00 per year from Every Rotarian, Every Year. Or make a donation at any time, send your cheque to Treasurer Devon Biddle.

Ted was winding up and felt faint and as a precaution an Ambulance was called and he was taken to Hospital for a check up. He is okay !!!

 GUEST SPEAKER  : Colin Carrie’s secretary apologized at 10:00 pm on Tuesday night that she had booked Colin Carrie , our Member of Parliament,  for the wrong night. We will get Colin back next year when Parliament recesses again.

 

President Jodi Hewett adjourned the meeting at 7.45pm

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2012-2013 ROTARY THEME:  “PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  7th Aug. 2012              

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013 
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                          Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                     All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                           Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff 
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President Jodi Hewett, declared the meeting opened.

Grace:  Marsha Chambers.
O Canada:  Past President Andy Lyons.
Toast To The Queen :  Past President Alan Nason                                                                                                

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   
Sam Ruparelia.
Geoff & Katie Osbourne
Olga McKenzie.           Congratulations to all of you.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Our speaker Kris Bahl will be introduced later.

SERGEANT AT ARMS:  Past President Andy Lyons.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
Winner: Past President Hilda Finnigan.  Card Drawn: 9 Diamonds.

 

On The Door Next Week: Aug. 21st: Past President  Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor Aug 21st: Past President Alan Nason

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

Sergeant at Arms:
HAPPY BUCKS
There were a few Happy Rotarians, most of them were not sure why they were happy.
Past President Dave Andrews had a successful visit to his dentist.
President Jodi Hewett had a great weekend, the best for a long time. She took her Model T to Minden.
Past President Hilda  Finnigan informed us that Eman’s husband was coming home on Palliative Care. The Attalla family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Past President Andy Lyons had a reunion in Port Hope.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Past President Hilda Finnigan reminded us that our Barbecue takes place this Saturday at 2pm at Caroline and Robert Kiplings house. Cost $15.00 per couple or family, singles $7.50.
The Rib Fest sign-up sheet is circulating at our meetings. Please sign up. We rely on ALL Rotarians to participate. We also ask that ALL club members also donate $10.00 each to fund the purchase of pop. Give your money to Hilda
President Jodi Hewett announced that she is working on the purchase of school supplies to be given to our students at the Mary Street School. Again we ask ALL members to consider donating $10.00 for this cause.
It was reported that our club and the Oshawa club have together donated $30,000 towards the construction of a Shade Structure to be built in the Memorial Gardens area at the O.V.B.G. (See the Aug. edition of “Snap for pictures of the presentation of the cheque”)
President Jodi Hewett announced that she was exercising her prerogative as President and was introducing a monthly club award, “Rotarian of the Month.” The first recipient she announced was Vice President Alan Finnigan. Al was willing to discuss is injured foot, but thought better of it.

ROTARY MOMENT
Past President David Andrews urged us to take part in the Rotary Membership Challenge. We should share Rotary with our family and friends as well as business colleagues and the community. We should explain why they should consider joining Rotary. Ask past members to consider coming back. Rotary membership application forms are available on our club website – www.rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org . Take the challenge.

Aug.14th is Rotary Moment Tweet Day.

Past President Devon Biddle. Stated that his proposal regarding making a donation to the Foundation in lieu of the small incidental donations. Tabled until a later date.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :
Kris Bahl from The Rotary Club of Richmond Hill.  Kris was introduced by Past President Hilda Finnigan.
Kris gave a short introduction to the District 7070/7080 Conference to take place on Oct. 19, 20, 21, at the Sheraton Hotel at 404 and Leslie. Hotel Res. No. 905-881-2121. An advance deposit with reservation is $100.00. The preferential Rotary room rate will be secured by letting the reservations clerk that you are participating in the District 7070 Conference.  Kris noted that Reg. Forms were available on the website:  www.Districtconf2012.com  There are some 700 parking spots. Golf is available at Angus Glen. Kris suggested that you Fax your completed registration form rather than email or snail mail.           

Kris Bahl was thanked by President Jodi Hewett.

 

There is no Rotary meeting next Tueday Aug 14th. There will be a meeting on Aug.21st.

President Jodi adjourned the meeting.

 

We had Roast Beef and Horseradish Sauce. It was hot, hot, hot.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 31, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                           

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                          Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                      All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                           Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?           Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                       Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff   

Grace:   Shawn Kellam 
O Canada:   “the choir”  that’s all of us with no leader!! 
Toast To The Queen :  Pres. Jodi Hewett                                                                               

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Congrats to Past President Larry and Kay Hurren on August 3rd

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None this evening

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:   No Draw tonight                 

On The Door Next Week: Past DG Ted Morrison            Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Past Pres Alan Nason

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS   Many “happy bucks”  some listed here;  Past Pres Alan Nason “happy”;  Bob Stewart – his daughter turned twenty “no more teenagers”!; Past Pres Andy Lyons – a great time at the cottage; Past Pres Dave Andrews to welcome Peter Butler (head pro at OGC) whose father taught Dave to play golf  over 50 yrs ago;  Past Pres Terry deYoung – he and Cheryl will be grandparents in February, congrats Terry; Past Pres Kris Sachdeva – all reverse draw arrears are paid but one which is promised this week – well done Kris; Vice Pres Allan Finnigan – for a great time with granddaughters; Pres Jodi Hewett – no weekend plans except for drive to Minden in 1913 model “T”; Past Pres Devon Biddle for driving on the prairies behind combines moving at Model “T” speed!! Floods and 12* temperatures,  Helmut Uphoff - “happy”;  Past Pres Hilda Finnigan – happy pyhsio is now telling Allan how to recoup!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS
- President Jodi Hewett welcomed Frank back from vacation in Cuba;
- Vice Pres Al Finnigan reminded us all of the upcoming Ribfest – Committee Chair Geoff Osborne will be calling a meeting in the next couple of weeks – members asked to donate to purchase pop for this event ($10/ea)
- Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced the need for a leader for the VTT team traveling to Japan in the spring of 2013, a great opportunity for a Rotarian from our District
- PDG Ted  - the Oshawa Rotary Club is planning a bus trip to the Stratford Theatre on Wed. Sept. 19th matinee performance of “42nd
Street” – if interested please contact Ted
- PDG Ted – This is the last call for Benefactor cards – take this off your fridge and fill it out!
 - PDG Ted - Gala Dinner May 31st 2013 to celebrate the work of Rotarian Dr. Bob Scott (also his 80th birthday) hosted by Rotary District Foundation Chair Bill Patchett – many high level Rotarians will attend this event including Rotary InternationaI Pres Tanaka and Chair of Trustees of Rotary Foundation Wilf Wilkinson
 - Past President Hilda Finnign handed around three sign up sheets!!  (1) The picnic, those not present tonight will be contacted, $15/family; (2) Roster Sign Up for bulletin editor volunteers; (3)  Ribfest volunteer sheet – this event takes full membership volunteerism;  (4)  there is also a sheet from the Oshawa Club asking for our assistance selling beer tickets – this partnership off sets the cost of our tent rental for the event – thanks in advance to all who volunteer
- President  Jodi announced the Big Brothers, Big Sisters Golf Tournament on Wed. Sept. 19th , our usual participation in this tournament is hampered this year by the disabilities among our golfers!!, so if you can participate to make up a foursome please consider doing so  

ROTARY MOMENT   waived in favour of putting lesson

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Our guest speaker Peter Butler was introduced by Past Pres Dave Andrews.
     Since this was the “Annual Golf Night At Rotary”, Past Pres Dave also took this opportunity to promote the Oshawa Golf Club relating the types of membership available as well as the privileges these memberships would provide.
     Peter Butler, Head Professional at The Oshawa Golf and Curling Club, spoke briefly about how technology has changed the game of golf over the years, the fact that equipment for putting has not changed dramatically but there are some changes in recent times (belly putters and taller ones too).
     Golfers in the group then moved to the putting green and enjoyed the evening weather and some one-on-one instruction and practice under Peter’s direction.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – .Piano Café, 217 Queen St. Port Perry  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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EDITOR - PAST PRESIDENT HILDA FINNIGAN

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : July 17, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013 
Oh Lord, The Giver of all good,                                     President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                           Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                    All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                           

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Grace:  Alan Nason
O Canada: Marion Mills                                                                                                       

Toast To The Queen :  Allan Finnigan                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   None this week

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 
We welcomed Claudine Kennedy to our meeting

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Our guest Claudine drew the Queen of Spades (the big win is getting closer!!)               

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                    Bulletin Editor: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there for this posting , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKSSgt at Arms Andy Lyons encouraged the donation of many Happy Bucks
   Past Pres Walter for a great weekend with friends in Huntsville and a warm welcome to Claudine
   Alan Nason for a few days vacation and club members concern for his and Margaret’s welfaire
   Marsha happy that there were no ill effects from the incident at the Whitby ribfest
   Eamonn for his son changing careers from teaching to engineering
   Bob S. – oops missed that one!!
   Dave A. paid Ted’s happy buck!
  Robert to let us know that this heat is like Brazil all year round – NO  THANKS
  Vance pleased his daughter has returned from Rotary Exchange in New Zealand – we hope she will come and tell us about this life changing experience
   Allan F. – Grampa stories about the twins!!??  They are “on to him” – he is being outwitted these days!!??
  Carol – pleased she is not being referred to as “old” this week
  Marion – will miss Al and Dave at the Golf Tournament, but looks forward to playing with Andy and Donna
  Devon –pleased that Eamonn’ son is joining the “second oldest profession”
  Pres. Jodi – pleased her Dad’s eye surgery went well
  Andy – pleased with District Governor Ted Koziel’s positive comments re our “Happy Bucks” giving and comments 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

     Annual Club Picnic is Saturday August 11 at 2PM, hosted by Robert and Caroline Kipling, 88 Waverly St N.
     Cost will be $15.00 per family (no charge for children) A sign up sheet will be circulated
     Thank you letters received from Hillsdale Estates (donation to furnish “man cave”) and from Settlement House (donation to Yellow Bus program)    Sign up sheet circulated for July 24th meeting; spouses invited; members not present will be contacted by email
Pres. Jodi has been in contact with Pres. Craig Howie of Whitby Sunrise Club following the incident on Sunday – positive comments regarding the emergency response
     Toronto Club in partnership with the Toronto Argonauts have declared July 18th, ROTARY DAY – more info available from Pres. Jodi
     Ted Morrison <45 lbs – looking great Ted

ROTARY MOMENT :  Past President David Andrews chose the topic of Attendance Requirements for tonights’ Rotary Moment.  Attending meetings fosters fellowship, provides opportunity to meet new people, and keeps us current on Rotary activities locally and internationally. There are requirements according to the Constitution and Bylaws – attend or make up at least 50% of club meetings in each half of the year; should not miss or fail to make up four consecutive meetings.  Making up is easy – attend a meeting at any Rotary Club, world wide, attend an Interact or Rotoract meeting or event, attend certain District or RI meetings; participate in club sponsored events or service projects.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Past Disrict Governor and fellow Oshawa Parkwood Rotarian Ted Morrison was introduced by Past President Andy Lyons.

     Ted spoke to us about the Rotary International Foundation Benefactor Program.  These donations are made to the Permanent Fund which supports the Administration costs of Rotary International.  This fund operates using only the “interest” and the principle remains untouched.  Currently, there is $720 Million in principle and the goal is to have $one Billon by 2025, at which time this fund will be self sustaining.  This is an Endowment fund proposed to support “Rotary in the Future”.  To be a benefactor you may make a donation outright or add a codicil to your will.  Ted passed out cards to be filled out for this latter and encouraged us to think about it.  We have seventeen benefactors already among club members and a goal to add more names to the list. The benefactor program is run on the honour system. Ted assured us that should circumstances change after we have made a commitment to be a benefactor there will be NO repercussions. You can complete the cards and return them to Ted at a subsequent meeting.

 

Pres Jodi thanked Ted for giving this information which many members indicated they had not clearly understood.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Café - 217 Queen St. East -6:30pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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EDITOR - PAST PRESDIENT HILDA FINNIGAN

                                      

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 10, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                               

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff
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Grace:   Shawn Kellam
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast To The Queen :  Allan Finnigan                                                                                    

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Vance McKenzie has an anniversary this week, as do Donna and Bruce MacKey  Congrats to all

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Special Guests  District Governor Ted Koziel and his wife Maureen, Rotary Club of Richmond Hill
                          Assistant District Governor Wayne Routley and his wife Carol, Rotary Club of Bowmanville
Also, present were several “Supporting members of Oshawa Parkwood”.  These included Sharron Morrison, Linda Biddle, Launi Elliott, and Caroline Kipling.  Welcome to all. 

SPECIAL PRESENTATION:  President Jodi Hewett presented Lennis Trotter with his 35 YR Perfect Attendance Pin

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Winner: Launi Elliott drew the 7 of clubs                

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                   Bulletin Editor:  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present at this meeting, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS 
     Sgt at Arms Andy Lyons collected many “Happy Bucks” from members “happy” to be here; for vacations coming up; to welcome Asistant Governor Wayne Routley and Carol as folks well know to Oshawa Parkwood; to welcome District Governor Ted Koziel and his wife Maureen; for a great tour of Parkwood Gardens with Maureen and other ladies from our club; congrats to Lennis; and from Marsha happy that she no longer “looks like a man”, has her own hair back – looks great Marsha; Past Pres. Walter happy to be sitting at the “dunce table”!; DG Ted for his “faux pas” – referring to our Club as Oshawa!!

 REMINDER TO EVERYONE that our annual picnic will be on Saturday August 11, hosted by Rotarian Rober Kipling and his wife Caroline ( more info to follow and a sign up sheet will be passed around);

ANNOUNCEMENTS 
Tuesday July 24th is a night to bring your partner or a friend to hear an enthusiastic presentation from the Rotaract students from UOIT who attended the International Conference in Bangkok – an email will be sent out and a sign up sheet will be available at our meeting on July 17th

Ribfest is fast approaching – this is an event which needs all members to help out; the dates are September 7,8 & 9; please plan to give some time over that weekend to help out your club.  There will be a sign up sheet for this; remember also, that we are asked to help the Oshawa Club to sell beer tickets over this weekend – this helps to defray our costs for tents, tables, etc., for our own booths

Hilda Finnigan asked the members of the Community Service Committee to meet at 6:10PM prior to our regular meeting on Tuesday July 17 to discuss a possible donation to Grandview Children’s Centre 

ROTARY MOMENT
David Andrews chose “the changes we should know about for the upcoming Rotary year” as his topic for this week’s meeting. He encouraged us to look on www.rotary.org to find biographical information about the RI President Sakuji Tanaka, of the Rotary Club of Yashio, Japan and our own Wilf Wilkinson of the Rotary Club of Trenton who will take over as Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair.  Changes include regional membership plans which address the region’s unique needs, a pilot project involving the Foundation and the Water and Sanitation Rotarian Action Group, redesigning the End Polio Now website, new members to the RI Board of Directors and Rotary Foundation Board of Trustees.  Keep your eye on the Rotarian magazine and the rotary.org website to learn more about these and other changes that will affect the future of  Rotary.

 

GUEST SPEAKER
Our guest speaker, District Governor Ted Koziel was introduced by Assistant Governor Wayne Routley.  Ted spoke to us about his own introduction to Rotary and what Rotary has meant to him.  He encouraged us to be open to change and to “think outside the box” in order to support membership in a changing world.  He suggests that we increase humanitarian service(suggests a meeting out in the community) and increase the public image of Rotary (showed slide of his business vehicle with Rotary symbols, end polio now logos, etc.).  DG Ted specified some important dates in this 2012-2013 Rotary Year, such as:  celebrating 100 years of Rotary in Ontario with the Toronto Club, RI President Tanaka will be coming to Toronto in February to be a part of this celebration; Club Runner is being updated to better meet our needs; the Foundation Walk will be in Bowmanville on Sunday September 23rd; regional walks will begin next year (several clubs will band together to sponsor this annual walk); Rotary Leadership Institute, a three part program will continue; Rotary International Conference will be in Lisbon, Portugal in June 2013; World Peace Day is on February 25th, 2013; Rotary Ribfests needing volunteers and of course, “The Kaleidoscope of Rotary” our District Conference in October 2012.   President Tanaka’s motto “Peace Through Service” refers not only to peace in the world, but to peace in homes and communities in our own cities and districts. In closing DG Ted reminded us that lives are changed by many things that Rotary supports such as, clean water, polio eradication, educational opportunities for all.  ROTARY AFFORDS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR ORDINARY PEOPLE TO DO EXTRAORDINARY THINGS – Service Above Self.

 

President Jodi Hewett thanked District Governor Ted for visiting our club and bringing his message of enthusiasm for 2012/13.

 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Café - 217 Queen St. East -6:30pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2 

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario  

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 3, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                             OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                           

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                           Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                     Vice President: Alan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                       Treasurer:Devon Biddle 
                                                                                  Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                  Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                             All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                         Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                   The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?  Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?               Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                     

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Grace:          Past President Andy Lyons
O Canada:   Marsha Chambers
T
oast To The Queen :  Past District Governor Ted Morrison                                                        

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
July 6: Eamonn and Cora Doyle – Happy Anniversary !!!
July 8: Kay Hurren  -  Happy Birthday !!!
July 8: Robert and Caroline Kipling – Happy Anniversary !!!

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Guest: Dr. Ryan Parr        Guest of Rotarian: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
 As conducted by our Sergeant At Arms Helmut Uphoff
Winner: Marsha Chambers who drew the  8 of Diamonds - - The pot grows. Only 15 cards left in the deck !         .     

HAPPY BUCKS :

1. Past President Dave Andrews – Congratulations to our new President Jodi Hewett . She did an excellent job of conducting her first Board of Directors Meeting and her first official Rotary Meeting.
2. Helmutt Uphoff – A happy $5 for being awarded by the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood with his first Paul Harris Fellowship.
3. Past District Governor Ted Morrison – Happy to attend the Toronto Ribfest with Sharon Morrison, Past President Devon & Linda Biddle, and Past President Dave Andrews. Huge. Also Happy to attend the Charter Night of the newest Rotary club in District 7070 – Toronto Skyline – last week, with Past President Devon & Linda Biddle. What a great group. Avg age is 30. They already have community and world community service projects under way and the walked this year in the Trump AIDS Poker Walk in Toronto. Very refreshing time to see a new and young club under way.
4. Past President Lennis Trotter – Away the last 2 weeks (but he made up his attendance). He and his wife Esther went to see their grand daughters dance recital and also the previous week , the kids gave them tickets to see the Beach Boys.
5. Sam Ruparelia – Happy 145th Canada.
6. Past President Kris Sachdeva – a great week in Banff on convention. Lousy weather buy the scenery was incredible.
7. Past President Walter Stewart – Thanked the Club for an excellent Presidents Night, last week and Congratulations to President Jodi Hewett on her first night as President.
8. Past President Pat Dyck – Very concerned about ken’s brother who had a triple by-pass but he is home from the hospital. And she has a new grand daughter this week (with a full head of black hair).
9. Robert Kipling – Caroline and Robert are happy to have a house guest and friend from Peru. He does not speak any English, but they took him to Past President Devon & Linda Biddle’s cottage on the weekend and he was truly amazed at being in cottage country in Canada.
10. Past President Devon Biddle – Thank you to Past District Governor Ted Morrison and Sharon  for their Rotary trips around the District. You really get to see Rotary beyond the club level when you are with them.
11. Past President Andy Lyons – He and Donna had a fabulous weekend in cottage country in the Bruce Peninsula with friends. And Welcome to Jodi, our new President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.
12. President Jodi Hewett – Thank you to Past President Walter Stewart for his fine work and guidance as last year’s President. What a whirlwind weekend. She and Dave drove to Indiana to pick up a trailer, and then drive it to Oshawa, stop for a day to attend The Farmers market , and then drive the trailer to Cape Breton island , and returned … all in the same weekend. I am tired. Wow. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

President Jodi Hewett: Next Tuesday, July 10: District Governor Ted Koziel and his wife Maureen will be making their official visit. Spouses are most welcome to attend. Regular time: Fellowship half hour from 6 to 6:30 and the meeting from 6:30 to 8 pm. District Governor Ted will be meeting with the Board of Directors  first at 5 pm in the Boardroom. Editor’s Note: For our benefit, he likes to call himself , the other District Governor Ted.
President Jodi Hewett: Last week’s Presidents Night was a fantastic evening and she was so happy to see so many enthusiastic members and their spouses back to the Officers Mess . She hopes to have more Fellowship evenings like that this year.

Past President Dave Andrews: July 31 is our Golfing Night. General Manager and Executive Golf Professional Arthur Ewing will be our guest speaker. And the name of the game is Putting. Wear soft shoes and bring your putter. After a brief talk, Arthur will give us some pointers on putting. Arthur is a good friend of Rotary, having donated golf foursomes for our Reverse Draw for many years, has invented a special Social Membership for Rotarians, and has been to our Rotary Club for three consecutive years to tell us about the Art of Putting. Many golf professionals in Canada have come to Arthur to seek his help. 

Past President and Current Treasurer Devon Biddle announced the annual fees to our Rotary Club . The Board of Directors passed the fees at $260.00 if paid by cash or by cheque before Sept 1, 2012. If paying by Credit Card the dues are $270.00. If you choose to pay after Sept 1, your dues will be $275.00. Club members will be emailed an invoice. If you choose to donate additional money To The Rotary Foundation’s Annual Program Fund, you may do so at this time. Devon will have a line on the invoice for that purpose. You will be credited the points toward your next Paul Harris Fellowship Recognition.

 

TONIGHT’S ROTARY MOMENT   : To keep you informed about the wonderful World of Rotary. 

'Peace Through Service' is 2012-13 RI theme
RI President Sakuji Tanaka unveiled the 2012-13 RI theme, Peace Through Service, during the opening plenary session of the 2012 International Assembly, a training event for incoming Rotary district governors.

RI President Sakuji Tanaka is asking ALL Rotarians to build Peace Through Service in 2012-13.
"Peace, in all of the ways that we can understand it, is a real goal and a realistic goal for Rotary," he said. "Peace is not something that can only be achieved through agreements, by governments, or through heroic struggles. It is something that we can find and that we can achieve, every day and in many simple ways."
Peace has different meanings for different people, Tanaka said.
"No definition is right, and no definition is wrong," he said. "However we use the word, this is what peace means for us
 
"No matter how we use, or understand the word, Rotary can help us to achieve it," he added.
Tanaka, a businessman from the greater Tokyo metropolitan area, shared how becoming a Rotarian broadened his understanding of the world. After joining the Rotary Club of Yashio, in 1975, he said, he began to realize that his life's purpose was not to make more money, but to be useful to other people.
"I realized that by helping others, even in the simplest of ways, I could help to build peace," Tanaka said
He noted that the Japanese tradition of putting the needs of society above the needs of the individual helped his country rebuild after the tsunami and earthquake in March.
"This is a lesson that I think the whole world can learn from, in a positive way. When we see the needs of others as more important than our own needs -- when we focus our energies on a shared goal that is for the good of all -- this changes everything," he said. "It changes our priorities in a completely fundamental way. And it changes how we understand the idea of peace."
Tanaka is asking ALL Rotarians to focus their energy on supporting the three priorities of the RI Strategic Plan , he said. (go to www.rotary.org and look up Rotary’s Strategic Plan) He added that he will ask the incoming leaders to promote three Rotary peace forums, to be held in Hiroshima, Japan; Berlin; and Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
“In Rotary, our business is not profit. Our business is peace,” he said. “Our reward is not financial, but the happiness and satisfaction of seeing a better, more peaceful world, one that we have achieved through our own efforts.”  

GUEST SPEAKER  :
No guest speaker tonight.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians. 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting. 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Café - 217 Queen St. East -6:30pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, September 8, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

 

Grace: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President and current Treasurer Devon Biddle 

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES 

Happy Anniversary on September 9 to Linda and Devon Biddle

Happy Birthday on September 13 to Sandy McDowell

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: as announced by Past President Hilda Finnigan

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest speaker Lorna Weston-Smyth

On The Door Next Week: Past President Hilda Finnigan Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews
 
(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms and current Club Secretary Bob Koski

Past President Devon Biddle won the draw and drew the 10 of Spades the pot grows until the Ace of Spades is drawn. Devon received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Robert Kipling had an unhappy toonie. He took 4 photos with his new Galaxy cell phone, went to show someone the 4 photos and on his camera were 467 photos of someone's trip to Europe. Startling. Anyone have any idea how this could happen?

  2. Past President Robbie Larocque had a great week, last week, taking his kids to all sorts of fun activities in and around the Durham Regian and this week, he is happy they are in school.

  3. Past President Alan Nason is very happy again this week, but sometimes forgets why.

  4. Past Presdient Devon Biddle put in 20 shillings (he will make up the difference when he gets home since he is the Treasurer). He is very happy to be at the dinner table tonight with so many exhilarating Rotarians.

  5. Past District Governor Ted Morrison is very happy , but can't remember why. It escaped him for a moment. Then he told us that he and Sharron and the Biddles are off to the Rotary Foundation Million Dollar Dinner next Tuesday hosted by District Rotary Foundation Chair Bill Patchett and then he and Sharron will be off to the Zone Institute in Providence, RI, and will be getting prepared for his seat at the Rotary Council on Legislation which will occur next April.

  6. Bob Stewart was almost happy.

  7. Past Presdient Dave Andrews will be happy when President Mike McLaren returns from Calgary.

  8. Janice Coupland is also extremely happy tonight.​

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that our Rotary Club still needs our members to VOLUNTEER. We now have a full compliment of Bulletin Editors to do the bulletin for one month at a time and we NOW need Rotarians to sign up to be on the registration desk for one month at a time. Please sign up when the sign up sheet gets to YOU. The more help we get, the less work it is for everyone.

  2. Past President Devon Biddle announced reviewed with the club members the results of the meeting that he and Dave Andrews had with the Oshawa Golf Club regarding meal costs, meal choices and meal numbers and thanked those that responded to his request for their input. After some discussion, the club members agreed to keep the meal price at $xx per person and keep the dessert too. And it would be up to all of the club members to keep donating happy toonies on a weekly basis to help defray our weekly expenses.

  3. REMINDER: Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to come to the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. AND it is an opportunity to reach our goal of $3,100.00 US to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation. AND the District 7070 Foundation Committee is encouraging all walkers to purchase a red “End Polio Now” Rotary T Shirt for the Walk. Please contact Ted if you are going and also to order your T Shirt. For exact details on the Walk , be sure to go to the webiste, download anything you need. http://rotary7070foundationwalk2015.org

  4. REMINDER: Past President Devon Biddle announced that September 24 is a special event at Parkwood Estate called “See You in September" . It is a wine reception . Cost is $60 per person . Please see Devon for details and if you wish some tickets to help support Parkwood, it is always a fun time.

  5. REMINDER: Past President Bob Koski announced that he is still working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The date booked is Saturday, November 14, 2015. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Pleaase start selling to your favourite customers. Tickets will be available very soon. Please let them know the date well in advance.

  6. During the discussion of the meals costs, many members expressed their concern about the experiment to change the start of our club meetings from 6:30 pm to 5:30 pm in order to encourage younger potential members to join our club. As a result, Past President Dave Andrews asked the members if they wanted a Club Forum to discuss this change. The members agreed that since there was no speaker planned for Sept 15, that we have a Club Forum, with the sole item on the agenda being the change in start time of our weekly meetings. Please be prepared to share your thoughts and preferences.

ROTARY MOMENT: ROTARY DAY AT THE UNITED NATIONS

Past Distict Governor Ted Morrison talked about the history of Rotary and the United Nations and the November 7, 2015 Rotary Day at The United Nations in New York.

On April 19, 1945, a few months before the end of World War II, the leaders of the world met in San Francisco to develop an organization that would ensure Peace in the world. Rotary was invited to attend. Rotary already had the reputation in the world from 1905 through 1945 of promoting Peace in the world , without force. Rotarians took an very active role at the conference. Of the 800 delegates to the conference, 49 were Rotarians, and in addition, many of the world leaders were already Rotarians , back in their countries. Rotary has a seat at the United Natioe , was developed from the ways and means that Rotarians conduct their humanitarian service to the world. In 1985, the Philippines government came to Rotary and asked them to help with the spread of Polio in the Philippines. In one year, polio was eradicated from the Philippines. The UN took notice, and in that same year, the UN agencies (WHO and UNICEF) partnered with Rotary to begin PolioPlus. The rest is history.

Nov 7 2015 – Rotary Day at the UN: The cost for the day at the UN is $60. http://riunday.org/ is the website with all of the details. Be sure to read the September 2015 edition of the District 7070 Newsletter on the http://rotary7070.org website and the letter from Past Districvt Governor Doug Vincemt on the boat cruise and on the Nov 6 tour of the Canadian Embassy.

Rotary's partnership with the United Nations from Day One - a proud reason to be a Rotarian.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Lorna Weston Smyth http://lornawestonsmyth.com/about/

Past President Dave Andrews introduced Lorna Weston-Smyth, a Leadership coach with the John Maxwell Team. Lorna talked about ways to get the “best” out of our lives., how to make life meaningful, and how to create a planplan on how to live life. She invited us to attend the one day Live2Lead event at Deer Creek on November 4, 2015. Be sure to go to http://l2l.johnmaxwell.com/ and also pick up John's new book called Intentional Living avaialbe very soon from Amazon and in the books stores soon. John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times best selling author, shows readers how to achieve a life of purpose and significance through intentional living. Deep down, what does every person want most? To live a life that matters. We all want to feel like the time we spent on earth made a difference. How do we achieve that? John Maxwell believes the answer is intentional living. John says, "When you intentionally use your influence every day to bring about positive change in the lives of others, you achieve significance." There is a big difference between a life of good intentions and an intentional life. Almost everyone has good intentions. An intentional life, however, has thought and purpose to it. And the best thing about intentional living? It's within everyone's reach. This latest book by John Maxwell shows you how.And he will be at Deer Creek on November 4.

Here are some things Lorna said from John Maxwell:

We don’t see things as they are, but as we are.

If I trust myself, I will trust you because we attract what we are looking for.

Intentional people fill their own calendar. They don’t allow others to fill their calendar.

Focus on the three R’s. What is required? What offers the best return? People migrate toward things that reward.

There are two great days in a person’s life. The day they are born and the day they discover why. We’ll never be truly happy until we have at least one purpose in life that absolutely drives us. 

Selfishness and significance are incompatible. If we want to achieve significance, we must first help others.

Growth is not an automatic process. You don’t automatically get better.

It’s not for me to accept my life. It’s for me to take charge of my life.

In order to matter we need to be intentional and that’s the difference between wanting to make a difference and actually making a difference.

High morale is looking at each other and saying we are making a difference. Low morale is realizing you are not.”

Even Lorna noticed how smilar Rotarians are to those who know how to be significant and have a real impact on their mlives and the lives of others.

For more details on Live2Lead at Deer Creek on Nov 4, check out the Facebook page: Live 2Lead DurhamEastToronto. John Maxwell, the World's #1 Leadership Authority has been asked by the Presidents of no fewer than 22 countries around the world to come to those countries and help them bring Intentional Transformational Leadership to their people. Get your tickets today to hear him speak on Nov 4 at Deer Creek in Ajax. http://l2ldurhameasttoronto.com/

Lorna was thanked by Past President Lennis Trotter.

 

NEXT WEEK:

CLUB FORUM: THE PROS AND CONS OF CHANGE IN OUR CLUB'S MEETING TIME.

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Meeting Ajourned.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.  It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. 

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King St., Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, September 1, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

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Grace: Janice Coupland

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President David Mankiewicz

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Birthday on August 27 to Past President Devon Biddle

Happy Anniversary on August 29 to Linda and Craig Porritt

Happy Birthday on August 31 to Past President Dave Andrews

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our Rotaruian visitors:

Geoff Lloyd – President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa

Aziz Saleh – our Assistant Governor and Past President of the Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville

Michael Bell – our 2015-16 District 7070 Governor and Past President of the Rotary Club of Etobicoke

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guests: Joe Ingino, Colleen Mclaren, Jo-ann Bell, Linda Biddle, Caroline Kipling, Sharron Morrison, and Margaret Nason

 

On The Door Next Week: Past President Hilda Finnigan                 Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Alan Nason

Our Assistant Governor Aziz Saleh won the draw and drew the 9 of Spades and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Alan Nason, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

 

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Alan Nason

  1. Janice Coupland visited her 91 year old Mom in Hillsdale and her mom said she had an announcement to make to Janice: Her Mom said she was not coming back here next year. And her mom also daid that Janice MCs an inspiration to her mom.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle and Linda had a baby shower for their son and family at the lake. They will be grandparents again on Sept 25. Good party.

  1. Marianna Herczeg painted the entire weekend. Something called minecraft.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison happy to welcome Jo-ann and District Governor Michael Bell and was looking forward to his speech tonight.

  1. Caroline Kipling happy about their trip to Saskatchewan to attend their niece's wedding. Her niece wore Caroline's wedding dress.

  1. Past President Bob Koski haapy to have help tonight with the Sargeant at Arms duites. Thank you Past President Alan Nason. Past President Bob was tied up being Secretary at the Board Meeting.

  1. President of The Oshawa Rotary Club , Geoff Lloyd was happy that the Club bought Blue Jay tickets last May for one of their social outings, and this week, they saw Edwin Encarnacion hit his three homers in the same game and see part of history being made with the throwing of hats , just like in hockey. A hat trick for Edwin.

  1. Colleen McLaren was happy for their anniversary trip to Ottawa and very happy to have a beautiful new ring.

  1. Past President was very happy today to be able to start off the District Governor's official visit to our Rotary Club with a game of golf at The Oshawa Golf and Curling Club with District Governor Michael Bell. Past District Governor Mike Cooksey and past District Givernor Bob Wallace. They all loved the Golf Course.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Devon Biddle announced that September 24 is a special event at Parkwood Estate called “See You in September" . It is a wine reception . Cost is $60 per person . Please see Devon for details and if you wish some tickets to help support Parkwood, it is always a fun time.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle announced that he and Dave Andrews met with the Oshawa Golf Club regarding meal costs, meal choices and meal numbers. He will be sending an email to all members summarizing the options we have going forward and asks that you send your thoughts to Devon in an email.

  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he is still working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The date booked is Saturday, November 14, 2015. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Pleaase start selling to your favourite customers. Tickets will be available very soon. Please let them know the date well in advance.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to come to the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. AND it is an opportunity to reach our goal of $3,100.00 US to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation. AND the District 7070 Foundation Committee is encouraging all walkers to purchase a red “End Polio Now” Rotary T Shirt for the Walk. Please contact Ted if you are going and also to order your T Shirt.

  1. President Mike Mclaren announced that in order to get new members and as an answer to his survey last year, the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood will try an experiment running from October 6, 2015 through the end of February 2016 to encourage younger prospective members to join Rotary. Here it is as follows:

  • Fellowship half hour and registration at the front desk from 5:00 to 5:30 pm

  • Meeting starts at 5:30 pm sharp with Grace. O Canada and Toast to the Queen

  • Announcements, and Happy Toonies will follow

  • Oue Speaker would start approximately 6:00 pm and the business portion of the meeting would end at 6:30 pm.

  • Those prospective and new members who cannot stay for dinner would then be able to leave. However, those that can stay, would be encouraged to do so for dinner. All current Club members would stay and enjoy their meal at the same time as they have been in the past.

  • Dinner would follow from 6:30 pm to 7pm and the meeting would be over.

6. Presdient Mike Mclaren read a thank you note from the Durham Outlook For The Needy that we helped

financially support last Rotary Year.

 

ROTARY MOMENT: ROTARY'S POLIO PARTNERS - WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY DO

Past President Dave Andrews talked about Potary's polio partners and said that most of us know who they are but do you know what they do?

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Rotary International District 7070 Governor Michael Bell

Assistant Governor Aziz Saleh introduced Michael Bell to our Rotary Club. District Governor Michael believes that, as Gandhi said, "you have to be the change that you want to see in the world". His involvement in Rotary allows him to do that. 

Michael was born and raised in the west end of Toronto, attending Royal York Collegiate, York University and Humber College.  He spent the majority of his business career running the family fur business before selling and retiring in 2008.  He is married to his wife, Jo-Ann and between them they have six children and seven grandchildren.  Whether it was chairing the Board of Managers at his local church, serving as President of his local BIA (Business Improvement Area) or as President of his national business association, Michael has always been involved in volunteering where he was needed. 

In 2005, he was invited to the Rotary Club of Etobicoke's 75th anniversary celebration where he first heard Rotary's motto of "Service Above Self" which spoke to him in a way that he knew this was a place where he could really help to make a difference.  President of the Rotary Club of Etobicoke in 2008-09 and again in 2013-14, Michael has been active in helping the club add 33 new members in the last two years alone.  In addition, he has chaired the club's largest fundraising initiative, "Toronto Ribfest" for the past three years, raising over $650,000 during that time and helping to grow this local event to become perhaps the largest community charity fundraiser in Canada over the July 1st holiday weekend.  At the District level, Michael has been an Assistant District Governor, an active member of the membership Committee and the Paul Harris Society Committee.  Michael is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow and a member of the Bequest Society. 

Michael said that if a person was going to put their house up for sale, they would focus on de-cluttering, painting, installing a granite counter top, perhaps in order to obtain a better price and make their home more attractive.  We need to do the same thing as Rotary Clubs. There is a stong need for re-branding to re-position our public image. We need to attract young members and still retain our older members. There are no easy answers but me MUST find them,

 For Michael, success in Rotary is all about being relevant and having fun.  If what we do is relevant to the community as far as projects are concerned, we will attract like-minded individuals.  We need to look at our clubs through fresh eyes.  If membership and attendance is declining, we need to look at that.  Our Rotary Year under RI President Gary Huang to Light Up Rotary was a very successful year.  We welcomed 48,000 new members and supported hundreds of global grants.  Under this Rotary Year's motto from Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran, of “Be A Gift To The World”, Rotarians need to give of their time, skill, leadership and expertise to grow Rotary.

 Michael has three goals for our District 7070 in this new Rotary year:

  • to increase our membership by 100 new members

  • to raise $800,000 for our Rotary Foundation

  • and for each club to add one new fellowship event for the 2015-2016 Rotary year. 

To attract new members a Club should present good speakers, be open and welcoming with a hand- on approach.  Do we have a strategic plan in place?  Before we attract new members, we have to get our own house in order.  The Rotary Foundation is the engine that drives grant projects.  There are a number of ways to donate to the Foundation -- through the Foundation Walk on September 20th, Every Rotarian Every Year, the Paul Harris Society, End Polio Now Club, Bequest Society or Benefactor, the Million Dollar Dinner on September 15th hosted by Foundation Chair Bill Patchett.

 President Mike Mclarens has been given training to lead and service our club in this new Rotary year.  All District 7070 Club Presidents have received strategic planning tools to help them with goal setting such as the RI Presidential Citation, the District 7070 Foundation Citation, the 6 areas of focus, and the Rotary Club Central Goal Setting Strategy (just go to my rotary on the rotary.org website and enter rotary club central) , a club snapshot survey , club visioning, and Rotary Leadership Institute.  All members should work with President Mike and your Board of Directors to define and set club goals. 

 Michael Bell thanked all Rotarians who work so tirelessly to help make the world a better place at home and abroad. He talked about End Polio Now and how close we are to eradicating polio from the entire world. Are you ready when this day happens? The entire world will know that Rotary was there from the start. Your friends and neigbours will ask you about Rotary and this is the golden opportunity to invite them to a meeting.

Michael Bell asked us all to be aware of all the important events in the District and asked us to join in. Check the Rotary District 7070 website and be ready for The Rotary Foundation Walk in a few weeks, Rotary Leadership Institute on Oct 3, Nov 7 and Apr 23; the District Conference Oct 23 to 25, the District Assemblty on May 14 and the Rotary International Convention May 28 to June 1 in Seoul, Korea.

He encouraged everyone to register today for the District Conference. There will be session on our indigenous peoples; Mark Kielberger will speak on Free the Children; lots of break-out sessions, hospitality suites Friday and Saturday night and you can register for one day, of the entire conference – your choice at the Habour Castle in Downtown Toronto.

  Our beliefs and dreams are what sow the seeds and when properly nurtured, produce the desired results.  Michael left us with one additional challenge:

  • to wear your Rotary pin every day

  • to bring in one new member into Rotary this year

  • and to make a personal donation to the Rotary Foundation.

  And most important BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD.

District Governor Michael was thanked by President Mike Mclaren.

 

Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 25, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

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Grace: Past President Alan Nason

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Janice Coupland

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Birthday on August 27 to Past President Devon Biddle

Happy Anniversary on August 29 to Linda and Craig Porritt

Happy Birthday on August 31 to Past President Dave Andrews

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest speaker and Past President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Ian Young

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest Joe Ingino

 

ON The Door Next Week: Past President Hilda Finnigan         Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

Linda Porritt drew the 7 of Hearts and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison planted 6 beds of flowers at their new home at Wilmot Creek. Turned out it became a ton of work. He thinks grass or hostas may be a good alternative next year.

  1. Marianna Herczeg had a wonderful trip in Europe but was so hot, suffered from heat stroke. She is okay now.

  1. Sandy McDowell took her grandson to the Canadian National Exhibition (to the Ex) and enjoyed seeing him on his first rides and the food is always great too.

  1. Past Presdient Dave Andrews told everyone that golf can be a very dangerous sport. Last Sunday, he was helping President Mike McLaren find a lost ball on the 15th hole up a steep enbankment and Dave went tumbling to the ground. Had a few scrapes and bruises and only found a beat up Pinnacle golf ball.

  1. Past President Robbie Larocque enjoyed his annual camping trip with the family and happens to have a new beard started too.

  1. Marsha Chambers had a tree cutter to her house last week to trim a tree on the neighbour's lot. The tree cutter and the neighbour did not get along . A fight ensued and the police had to be called. The tree cutter suffered 2 broken ribs. And the tree is still there.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle added that tree limbs on a neighbour's property are to be cut by the neighbour.

  1. Past President Alan Nason is very happy this week but can't remember why.

  1. Past President Kris Sachdeva is very happy that his new car finally arrived.

  1. Past President Larry Hurren very happy that Marsha did not take Larry up on his offer to cut down some tree limbs for $200.

  1. Kim Boatman very happy that her father was playing golf the other day and got a hole-in one, hist 8th hole in one. Amazing.

  1. Linda Porritt had lots of fun with the grandchildren at the zoo and Legoland.

  1. Past President Bob Koski very happy that we have such nice weather. The cooler aair is a great relief.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Dave Andrews announced that Sept 1 will be a SPOUSES NIGHT as we will be hosting our District Governor Michael Bell and his wife Jo-anne,as they make their Official Visit to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. Please let Dave know as soon as possible. Dave asked all of the members present that had not answered his emails.

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that our Rotary Club needs our members to VOLUNTEER. We now have a full compliment of Bulletin Editors to do the bulletin for one month at a time and we NOW need Rotarians to sign up to be on the registration desk for one month at a time. Please sign up when the sign up sheet gets to YOU. The more help we get, the less work it is for everyone.

  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he is still working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The dates in October are not available. He will let us know the next steps as soon as he has more details. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Stay tuned and let your customers know in advance.

 

ROTARY MOMENT: WHY DID YOU JOIN ROTARY?

Past President Dave Andrews asked the question: Why did you join Rotary.

Maybe you saw a need in your own community and wondered how you could help. Maybe you wanted to use your professional skills to help others — or even learn new skills.Maybe you were seeking connections with other service-minded professionals in your community or world-wide. Whatever your reason, ……joining Rotary has helped you achieve these goals, and so much more.

There really are many benefits why we all joined Rotary. Let’s listen to some of the reason from Rotarians world wide.

  1. Being a Rotarian means serving your community, networking, making friends, and building international relationships.”
    — Mercy Bannerman, Rotary Club of Accra-Airport, Ghana

  2. Rotary creates the perfect venue for me to give back to the community I live in while enjoying the camaraderie of positive and active individuals.”
    — Tom Brand, Rotary Club of Kenosha West, Wisconsin, USA

  3. If you truly want to give back to the community – and to the world at large – you join Rotary. It has an arm that reaches across all barriers. To be part of that is very powerful.”
    — Aruna Koushik, Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland, Ontario, Canada

  4. Every Rotary club in the world, no matter how big or small, has one thing in common: friendship. And it's from this base of friendship that we serve our community.”
    — Kemal Attilâ, Rotary Club of Ankara-Tandogan, Turkey

  5. We want families with children to join Rotary, so we try to be very flexible. Family commitments always take precedence.”
    — Wendy Scammell, Rotary Club of St. John's Northwest, Newfoundland, Canada

  6. There's so much diversity in the work Rotary does. It can give you exposure to so many different areas and help you find what your interests really are.”
    — Andrea Tirone, Rotaract Club of University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada ( now with the Rotary Club of Toronto Skyline)

Why did you join Rotary?

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Ian Young, owner and President of the Whitby Dunlops

Past President Dave Andrews introduced Ian Young, the new sole owner and President of the Whitby Dunlops. Ian talked about the past, the present and the future of the Whitby Dunlops.

Ian played goal for the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League and went to the 1966 Memorial Cup final with teamates Bobby Orr, Wayne Cashman, Danny O'Shea, and even with fellow Oshawa Rotary Club member Chris Roberts. He was a two time OHL All Star and he is a two time member of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame: once as a player with The Oshawa Generals and once a coach with the 1990 Oshawa Generals Memorial Cup Champions.

In 1967, he took a Mickey Redmond slapshot in the eye and lost 96% of the vision in his eye. His whole life changed. His career in the NHL would not be. Harry Sinden, then General Manager of the Oshawa Generals said that Ian's future as the Boston Bruins next number one goalie. His contract offer with the Bruins was more lucrative than Bobby Orr's.

Not wanting to give up hockey, Ian went on to play intercollegiate hockey for the University of Waterloo,, got his education, and had a very successful career here in the Durham Region as an investment advisor with Scotia McLeod, and from where he recently retired.

Ian is also a current member of the Oshawa Rotary Club and has served as a Past President.

In 2004, Ian and 30 other individuals bought the Whitby Dunlops, the senior hockey team, in Whitby. The team enjoyed great success drawing many fans the first year. In May of this year, I an did not want to see the team fold so he purchased the entire team and started over, brining in a new management team, with a great crop of new prospective players for this new season at Iroquois Park in Whitby where they play their home games on Saturday evenings.

Here is a video that Ian made mention of many times during his speech. The 1958 Whitby Dunlops represented Canada in the World Championships , beat Russia in the final game became World Champions. Quite a feat for an amateur hockey team from Whitby, Ontario.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v360nd5CHWg

Ian remembers listening to the game as a young hockey fan on the radio and how much pride he had as a Canadian. Ian remembers being sought after by all 6 NHL teams at the age of 15. Back then, when you signed with a junior team, you belonged to their professional team sponsor. Wren Blair was after Ian to come to Oshawa. He picked up Ian in Scarborough and drove him through Whitby to the Oshawa Generals complex at the time. Ian remembers the big sign that read “Welcome to Whitby, Home of the World Chamion Whitby Dunlops” hanging over the 4 corners in Whitby. Right then and there, Ian knew that Oshawa would accept the offer to play for the Oshawa Generals, his junior team and property of the Boston Bruins. He did not even know that Bobby Orr existed at the time. The Generals were just being formed.

Ian remembers as a Director of the Whitby Dunliops in 2004, they needed to fundraise to keep the team afloat. They were getting about 300 spectators and the cost to play each game was over $1,000. During their last Annual General Meeting, the team was in debt and ready to fold. Ian could not let that happen. Ian bought the debt and the team.

Here is an article you may find interesting: http://www.durhamregion.com/sports-story/5671082-former-oshawa-generals-great-ian-young-takes-over-whitby-dunlops/

His goal is now to win the Allan Cup, supremacy of Senior Hockey in Canada. He as brought in a whole new management team and a brand new culture of winning. This year, there will be 60 players at training camp trying to make the team. He has met the entire staff, and made them all feel part of the family and the winning experience. Iroquois Park is their home arena,. It seats 2,800 . The games start at 6:30 pm and tickets run $10 for an adult and $8 for a senior. Kids will get in free when accompanied by an adult. He will be having a live press conference at Live Act Theatre in Whitby very soon - a “Meet The Team” event. He has many promotional packages available for this year. Such as 12 tickets for $100 and they are good for any game in the season. He is working promotional deals with local businesses and setting up many events.

Ian is looking to have a “Rotary” night for the 10 Rotary Clubs in the Durham Region and we will anxiously look for the details coming soon.

Ian's dedication and determination will certainly keep the Whitby Dunlops going for a long time – past, present, and future.

Ian was thanked by Past President Devon Biddle for a very informative and as always, entertaining speech..

 

NEXT WEEK:

DISTRICT GOVERNOR MICHAEL BELL.

.Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.     It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.  It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 18, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike McLaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski, Alan Nason, Linda Porritt

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Grace: Past President David Mankiewicz

O Canada: Past President Dave Andrews

Toast To The Queen : Past President Alan Nason

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Anniversary on August 20 to President Mike and Colleen McLaren

Happy Anniversary on August 20 to former member and Past President Keith and Velma Ratchford

Happy Birthday on August 22 to Director Kim Boatman

Happy Birthday on August 23 to Terri Lynn Larocque

Happy Anniversary on August 23 to Past President David and Rosemary Mankiewicz

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guest Janice Coupland, and to our guest speaker Tom Regehr

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to Brenda Booth from the Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha (a good friend of Janice Coupland)

 

On The Door Next Week: Linda Porritt                                    Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

Past President Hilda Finnigan drew the Queen of Clubs and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, three tubes of travel sized toothpaste courtesy of Past President Larry Hurren. Thanks Larry !!

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

SING A HAPPY TOONIE: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Past President Lennis Trotter thanked Past President Devon and Linda Biddle for being such gracious hosts for the annual Rotary BBQ last Saturday. After that, Lennis and Esther went to their cottage and had a good time with their grandchildren.

  1. Bob Stewart was at the Oshawa Golf Club today, on the patio above the 18th green having breakfast at noon and saw Past President Dave Andrews , down by the creek on the 18th fairway taking a golf shot. Highly rare for Dave to be near the water on this hole. Dave took a 5 on the hole. That's golf.

  1. Past President Kris Sachdeva also thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for a great day at their cottage and also told us that on August 15,1947, India was granted their independence.

  1. Past President Pat Dyck told us that it was one year ago this week, that Ken Dyck came to his last Rotary meeting. We all miss Ken very much.

  1. Past President Devon Biddle happy to have everyone from our Rotary Club at their cottage last Saturday. Good company and a great time. And some stayed late enough for the mosquitos to come out. Lots of fun.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for being great hosts at the annual BBQ. He also thanked Past President Lennis Trotter for brining us the Rotary Skate-a-ton some 34 years ago and thanked Past President Dave Andrews for all of his efforts with the Skate-a-thon over the years. 34 consecutive years makes it the longest running Skate-a-thon in Canada.

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan thanked everyone for all of their efforts in making the BBQ a tremendous success – good food, good fun, good friends, and a good chef in Past President Larry Hurren. She is also very happy that her daughter is home from hospital. A long recovery is next. I also undertsand from Past President Al that he is missing some toonies. A very special thanks goes out to Hilda for making the BBQ a tremendous success.

  1. Brenda Booth, our visiting Rotarian from Peterborough-Kawartha Rotary Club was happy to be here tonight as we induct our newest member,and her good friend, Janice Coupland.

  1. Past President Alan Nason thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for hosting a great BBQ last Saturday AND his grand daughter scored two goals and an assist, playing soccer at Eastern Michigan University.

  1. Janice Coupland very happy to be joining our Club and becoming a Rotarian , and very happy that her good friend and Rotarian, Brenda Booth could be here tonight for the induction.

  1. Past President Dave Andrews, had quite a round of golf on Tuesday as Bob Stewart witnessed. Here is the rest of the story: 5 – 3's on the front nine and 7 – 5's on the back nine for a total of 79.

  1. President Mike McLaren also thanked Dave Andrews for his help with the Skate-a-thon and Mike really enjoyed our Rotary golf putting practice last week at our Rotary Club meeting.

  1. Past President Bok Koski is also very happy tonight.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that our Rotary Club needs our members to VOLUNTEER. We need Bulletin Editors to do the bulletin for one month at a time and we need Rotarians to sign up to be on the registration desk for one month at a time. Please sign up when the sign up sheet gets to YOU. The more help we get, the less work it is for everyone.

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to come to the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. And it is an opportunity to reach our goal of $3,100.00 US to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation. And the District Foundation Committee is encouraging all walkers to purchase a red “End Polio Now” Rotary T Shirt for the Walk. Please contact Ted if you are going and also to order your T Shirt.

  1. Past President Dave Andrews announced that Sept 1 will be a SPOUSES NIGHT as we will be hosting our District Governor Michael Bell and his wife Jo-anne,as they make their Official Visit to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. Please let Dave know as soon as possible. Before next meeting if possible.

  1. Past President Dave Andrews announced that we will be postponing this year's Rotary Skate-a-thon and will make an attempt to revise the format for 2016. He noted that over $500,000 has been donated to the participating hockey, ringette, and skating teams and associations and to our Rotary charities, over the last 34 years. A press release will be coming soon to announce the one year hiatus.

  1. Past President Bob Koski announce that he is working on the annual Live Act Dinner theatre Fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood . The dates he is looking at are Oct 14 or 21. Our goal will be to sell 180 tickets at $65 per person and our hope is to raise $5,000 for our charities. Stay tuned and let your customers know in advance.

  2. From Laura Carey: On Friday, August 28th, Durham Improv (in the church at Harmony & King) is hosting a night with Colin Mochrie from Whose Line is it Anyway!

  3. Please see the link for details:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153478753571280&set=a.10150559346286280.433053.573986279&type=1

Advance tickets are $39.00.I think it would be a really fun night and its so great that he is local:)

 

ROTARY MOMENT: NONE TONIGHT

INSTEAD

INDUCTION OF OUR NEWEST ROTARY CLUB MEMBER:

Presented by Past President David Andrews and the Rotary Information Committee

The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood welcomed Janice Coupland as our newest Rotary Club member. Past President David Mankiewicz introduced and proposedproposed Janice for membership. Janice was presented with the Objects of Rotary, The Four Way Test, her Rotary Pin, Her Name Badge, and her Rotary New Member package by President Mike McLaren, Past District Governor Ted Morrison, and Past Presidents Lennis Trotter, Devon Biddle, and Dave Andrews.

GUEST SPEAKER : Tom Regher , CAST Canada

Past President Hidla Finnigan introduced our club to Tom Regehr, President and Founder of CAST Canada. CAST stands for “Come and sit together”. CAST Canada has been helping professionals and corporations better understand the role of traumatic stress and unresolved grief in workplace mental health, addiction and day-to-day human interactions through the coordination of workshops, training and keynote speaking throughout Ontari and across Canada since 2003.

They can be reached at regehr@cast-canada.ca and their website is www.cast-canada.ca . Tom's phone number is 705-749-6145. He works with an assistant Becca Partington who could not be with us tonight.

Tom asked us for our input. He asked us what we thought about workplace trauma – the events or series of events or environment that overwhelms our ability to cope physically, emotionally, psychologically and physiologically. He talked about Emotion Intelligence (EI) – the ability to acquire or apply knowledge from our emotions and the emotions of others. And he also told us about traumatic overwhelm – the accumulation of stress and losses. He talked about good stress and also traumatic overwhelm characteristics.

Tom talked about the results of training the professionals in a company or corporate environment – improving employee retention cutting down costly turnover of employees; the reduction in absenteeism and disability claims; the improvement of morale, creativity and productivity; the ensuring of team cohesiveness,; improved relations; and the helping everyone to manage change.

Tom said that we could start today in our workplaces by creating an open enviroment and to start challenging conversations, and getting outside our comfort zone and help prevent others from suffering.

CAST Canada offers many services to employers, employees, Boards of Directors and CEO's through their initial query, consulataion and assessment, education sessions and interactive workshops , onsite coaching and interviews and keynote speeches to companies, big and small. Be sure to go to www.cast-canada.ca for more details.

Tom was thanked by Myles Fisher.

NEXT WEEK:

ROTARIAN IAN YOUNG WILL TALK ABOUT THE WHITBY DUNLOPS – PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

.Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 11, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: David Andrews

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Kim Boatman

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Bob Koski

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Grace: Past President Alan Nason

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President Larry Hurren

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Anniversary on August 20 to President Mike and Colleen McLaren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to our guests Janice Coupland, Colleen McLaren, and Joe Ingino

On The Door Next Week: Linda Porritt                           Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Conducted by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

Marsha Chambers drew the 6 of Hearts and received, from our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski, a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike McLaren

Don't forget. YOU and YOUR COMPANY may donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes.

 

HAPPY TOONIES: Collected by our Sargeant At Arms Bob Koski

  1. Past President Devon Biddle happy to have had a family party at the cottage last week. Robert and Caroline Kipling's son's dog was very lethargic during the night and they called to see if the dog got into some choclate cake . The answer was perhaps yes. A little later, another member of the Biddle family announced that the dog got into some banana bread and that the bread had some “extra” ingredients in it.

  2. Marsha Chambers has been searching for weeks for a side table for her home and after a long search at many estate sales, she got one.

  3. Kim Boatman happy to remind everyone of the annual Autofest on August 21, 22 and 23 in diowntown Oshawa on Friday night and at Lakeview Park on Saturday and Sunday. It is a real family event. And she MCs happy to be picked up by Past President Lennis Trotter for the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce Kickoff to Autofest on Wednesday.

  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrisonvery happy with the new and imporoved Toronto Blue Jays, sold out for the next 4 games. Let's Go Blue Jays !!!

  5. Past President Dave Andrews happy to have shot a 75 today at the Oshawa Golf Club.

  6. Colleen McLaren looking forward to their Anniversary next week and their cruise down the Rideau.

  7. Past President Alan Nason was at the doctor today for xrays and ultrasound. He had to drink 32 ounces of water in an hour. Happy that the ordeal is over.

  8. President Mike mclaren MCs very happy that Colleen MCs here tonight and happy about their 32nd Anniversary.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President and current Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that at today's Baord of Directors meeting, Devon proposed and Bob Koski seconded that Dave Andrews fill the vacant position of Vice President for 2015-2016 and President for 2016-2017. The vote was unanaimous. Dave asked for everyone's help and support to ensure that our Rotary Club grows and prospers.

  2. In Past President Hilda Finnigan's absence, Past President Devon Biddle said that he emailed everyone with maps to their cottage for the annual Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood picnic at their cottage on Balsam Lake. He and Linda are looking forward to see everyone around 2 pm on Aug 15 for a day of fun and fellowship. Cost will be $15 per couple.

  3. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced that Past Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson is getting married on August 27. Congratulations to Wilf from the Rotary Club of Oshawa- Parkwood.

  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced that he hopes the Club can get about 8 to 10 Rotarians and spouses out to the annual Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto at the Pan Am Centre on Morningside Avenue on September 20. It is our chance to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation. And it MCs an opportunity to reach our goal of $3100 US to the Annual priograms Fund of The Rotary Foundation

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past President David Andrews.

One Year ago Today - August 11, 2014 marked the very last case of polio in Africa.

And TODAY = August 11, 2015 - marks one year since the last case of polio in Africa: a case in Somalia that came at the end of an outbreak in the Horn of Africa.

Africa’s countries have overcome significant challenges — including lack of security and difficulty reaching children in remote places — to protect their children from polio. Rotary has played an important role in reaching these milestones.
Rotarians have dedicated their time and their personal resources to keep children safe from this disease by:

  1. immunizing them,

  2. donating money,

  3. raising funds,

  4. and urging governments to support the cause.

Rotary has donated $688.5 million to fight polio throughout Africa, including more than $200 million designated for Nigeria.
While this is notable progress, we haven’t finished the job yet.

However, it is Too Soon to Celebrate
Before Africa can be certified polio-free, all countries in the region, including Nigeria, must pass two more years without a case of polio. To achieve this, we must make sure all children in Nigeria continue to receive the polio vaccine, including those in hard-to-reach and underserved areas.Maintaining high-quality immunization campaigns and disease surveillance throughout the continent is essential.Now more than ever, we need the support of Rotarians, partners, and governments. As recently as June, Rotary granted $19 million to support polio eradication efforts in Africa, including $9.9 million for Nigeria. By continuing to support polio eradication in these final years of the campaign, we ensure the best possible chance that August 11, 2014 marked the very last case of polio in Africa.

AND SO ATTENTION ROTARIANS, ROTARACTORS AND FRIENDS OF ROTARY:
Spread the news that we’re making progress, but this is only one step on the final road to polio eradication.
Support Rotary’s continued efforts to fight polio by donating at endpolio.org.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Our Annual Putting Lesson at The Oshawa Golf Club

Peter Butler, the Head Golf Porfessional at the Oshawa Golf Club sent his regrets to our Rotary Club. His Mother in Law took a spell on the golf course today , and he was with her in the ambulance and at the hospital during the afternoon was with her at home during the evening. The rest of the family were at the cottage at the time. We certainly understood and hope that he can return next year for another visit.

In his place, we were very please that our very own Rotary Club President Mike McLaren took over and told everyone about the art of putting and then led us on to the practice putting green at the Oshawa Golf Club for some putting practice. Mike told us about our dominant eye and that it should be right over the ball at address. He told us that at address, the ball should be slightly forward of our left foot (if we are right handed) with our hands slightly forward of centre. He told us about the pendulum effect of the swing and said that it was like “rocking a baby”. He told us about several grips we should use. He talked about how to “read” a green (the slopes and valleys in the greens) and how to figure out the “breaks” in the green (very much like geometry). He talked to us about the “yips” and the “grain” of the grass on the green. But the most important thing of all is to HAVE FUN.

And out we went to the practice putting green and tried out our new putting strokes. Lots of fun at The Oshawa Golf Club.

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Meeting Ajourned.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary, has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King St., Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday August 4, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Shawn Kellam

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Past President Larry Hurren

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

Happy 41st Anniversary on August 3 to Past President Larry and Kay Hurren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

A warm HELLO and WELCOME to Past President Cherlene Cheung and Shane Dyer (our Guest Speaker) of the Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College

and to Janice Coupland (a guest of Past President David Mankiewicz)

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW:

Past President Alan Nason drew the Jack of Clubs and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike McLaren

Don't forget to donate some consolation prizes to our Rotary Club with your business name on them. Our draw winners will gladly receive one of those prizes).

On The Door Next Week: Linda Porritt Bulletin Editor Next Week: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. Linda Porritt saw a double rainbow on the way to the Rotary meeting today. Just as she was going to take a photo with her cell phone, she noticed that a police car was right behind her. Close call, Linda.

  2. Another adventure by Bob Stewart. He could not go to Saratoga this year but had purchased concert tickets. He asked his friends who did go to give the tickets to the hotel staff. They couldn't go. So the friends tried to sell the tickets. They did to a homeless individual. The problem was that his friends sold them for $15. They purchaser did not have change for a $20 so his friends gave the purchaser a $5 bill as change. But they forgot to get the $20. So Bob owes his friends $15 and didn't even get to go to Saratoga this year.

  3. Past President Hilda Finnigan also saw the double rainbow. Amazing. But she also had a story about Past President Al Finnigan. He was reconciling his bank account and came up $50 short. After going online to check the transactions, it was discovered that Hilda had written a cheque to her grand daughter for her birthday and fogot to tell Al.... Poor Al.

  4. Past President Devon Biddle – happy to have had a fabulous Alaskan trip and showed us his native Alaskan tie, made in Canada.

  5. Past District Governor Ted Morrison participated in the GM Gold Cup Lawn Bowling Tournamnet this past weekend and pleased to see Janice Coupland there representing the sponsor, Dignity Funeral Home. He did not win a game and lost each one duing the last bowls. However, two days later the Morrison Tournament was held and Bowlers from all over Ontario attended. The Morrisons provide the fabulous food for the tournament. They ate everything. Now off to a tournament in Port Hope.

  6. Past President Alan Nason and Margaret had a great weekend at a resort on a Lake Simcoe. They ate for 3 days. Lots of rain outside.

  7. Past President Larry Hurren was very happy for his 41 years with Kay. They went out to a dinner and a show. Be sure to ask Larry where they went.

  8. President Mike Mclaren very happy to see Rotaract Past President Cherlene Cheung and RYLA Award winner Shane Dyer tonight.

  9. Past President Bob Koski bought some Cobra golf clubs last week but then heard an ad on TV that said that Taylor Made drivers were 50 more time popular on the PGA Tour than Cobra.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President and current Treasurer Devon Biddle and Linda are also the hosts of the annual Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood picnic at their cottage on Balsam Lake. He will be sending out a map for our Aug 15 day of fun and fellowship. Cost will be $15 per couple.

  2. Past President Hilda Finnigan circulated the list for attendance and food donations for our annual picnic which is on Saturday August 15th hosted by Linda and Devon Biddle;

  3. Hilda Finnigan also circulated a sign up sheet for bulletin editors asking members to pick a month that might be convenient for them; we still have some months to fill.

  4. President Mike McLaren reminded the Board of Directors of their monthly meeting on Aug 11 at 5 pm, here at the Oshawa Golf Club.

  5. Past President Dave Andrews reminded everyone that next week, we are having our annual putting lesson from Oshawa Golf Club Head Professional Peter Butler. This is a good week to dress casually (even shorts if it is hot) and wear soft soled shoes and bring your putter.

 

PRESENTATION:

Past District Governor and Past President Robbie Larocque presented the Rotary International Presidential Citation to Cherlene Cheung, Past President of the Rotaract Club of UOIT-Durham College. The Presidential Citation, signed by Rotary International 2014-2015 President Gary Huang, award that is given to the Rotaract Club because they answered the Rotary International's call to arms for their exemplary service to the local and international communtites. Congratulations to Past President Cherlene and all of the members of the Rotaract Club of UOIT-Durham College.

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past President David Andrews.

What is RYLA? In honour of RYLA Award winner Shane Dyer's visit with us tonight, Past President Dave told everyone about RYLA. R otary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range. In our District 7070, the age range is 19-30. RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth, provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders, encourage leadership of youth by youth, and recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities.

RYLAs often take the form of a seminar, a camp, or a workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level. In our District, it is a District program , that runs 5 days, under the leadership of Toronto Rotarian Ric Williams, held in May at Loyalist College in Belleville. Participants are nominated and in our case , sponsored by local Rotary clubs. For these young adults, this recognition offers the opportunity to build self-confidence, gain exposure to a variety of issues and people, meet active community leaders, and learn valuable information and career skills. RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond.

Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia, RYLA was created as a festival highlighting local youth organized in honor of a royal visit by Princess Victoria. Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders define themselves and expand their skills. And for this reason, RYLA is a service program under Rotary’s 5th and newest avenue of service – YOUTH SERVICE. Officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971, this exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Shane Dyer – our 2015 RYLA Awardee

Past District Governor Ted Morrison welcomed Shane Dyer, our 2015 RYLA awardee and also a member of the Rotaract Club of UOIT-DurhamCollege. Shane is a recent graduate of Durham College with a degree in Business and Marketing.

His expectations going into the 5 day program made him nervous, unsure and excited. Through the week of challenges in leadership, team building, public spaeking, self analysis , he found it to be an unforgettable experience , with new friends that will last a life-time. He thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for his dinner toinight, the opportunity to speak to our Rotary Club , and for his tremendous week at RYLA which he will remember for the rest of his life. When asked if our Rotary Club should continue the program, Shane suggested that we should send two people next year.

Past President Devon Biddle thanksd Shane and congratulated him on his ongoing commitment to service.

President Mike McLaren finished the meeting with a quote: “Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.”

.Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunnybrae Golf Club, 1430 King St., Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July 28, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Larry Hurren

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Kris Sachdeva

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES None this week

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Visiting Rotarian/Guest Speaker Steve Routledge; Janice Coupland guest of David Mankiewicz

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Bob Stewart drew the Queen of Hearts and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike

On The Door Next Week: Linda Poirett/Hilda Finnigan Bulletin Editor Next Week: David Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. David Mankiewicz happy to be at Rotary and pleased we are getting warm weather;

  2. Kris Sachdeva happy to have completed his duties driving Athletes and others to venues and airport during Pan Am Games – worked 2PM to Midnight shift!! Appreciated the HOV lanes;

  3. Ted Morrison many stories re his trip to Ireland, great trip – good food, 12th of July Parade’ bombings, bonfires, porcelain, Waterford crystal, guiness, Blarney Castle;

  4. Steve Routledge unable to top Ted’s stories;

  5. Robbie LaRoque saw Ladies Boxing where Gold was won;

  6. Lennis Trotter had a great trip through Vermont 1400 miles, Safety Village lease has been signed by all parties; Linda Porritt happy to be living in this diversive community noting two events on August 9th – 6th annual gospelfest and fundraiser for hystocytosis, heard Safety Village mentioned on CKDO;

  7. Robert Kipling has received the charter for the “free” library in his front yard, notes that it is being used;

  8. Bob Koski attended a musical at Westben Theatre near Campbellford – great show;

  9. Pres. Mike happy to see Ted back and likes his green shirt

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Hilda Finnigan circulated the list for food donations for our annual picnic which is on Saturday August 15th hosted by Linda and Devon Biddle;

  2. Hilda Finnigan also circulated a sign up sheet for bulletin editors asking members to pick a month that might be convenient for them;

  3. Pres. Mike asked the Directors/Board to stay for a brief meeting following this meeting;

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews.

August is Membership Month, Pres. Mile has set a goal of 12 new members in 2015/16. Rotary’s effectiveness is directly related to its’ members. It is the responsibility of every Rotarian to share Rotary and actively search for new members. Dave has emailed each member the PDF “How to Propose a New Member”. Our Membership Committee under the Directorship of Lennis Trotter will help in our efforts to recruit new members as well as retain present ones. All members are encouraged to share your passion for Rotary and enjoy a diverse and thriving Rotary Club.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres.David Mankiewicz welcomed back Rotarian Steve Rutledge . the Whitby Sunrise Club as our guest speaker for this evening. Steve and his committee have a mandate to provide new water sources, cleaqn water, education, hygiene training and toilets in Laos focusing on the rural regions. We viewed a video showing filters used in this clean water project. Steve indicated things that cause delay in these areas such as unrest between villages and lack of trust towards those trying to provide education and install water filters. One member from each family must be educated before a family can install a water filter – this is to ensure that the filter will be maintained properly. The change in value of the Canadian $$ has also had a negative influence on the ability to provide these filters. Oshawa Parkwood has supported this project and Steve will provide a proposal for us to continue our support in this Rotary year.

 

Past Pres. Robbie thanked Steve this update and congratulated him on his ongoing commitment to this project.

.

Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunny Brae Golf Course, King Street, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July14, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Hilda Finnigan

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Terry DeYoung

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES Donna and Bruce McKay; Linda Porrett – Happy Birthday July 17th

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: none this week

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Past Pres. Robbie drew the Queen of Hearts and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. David Andrews thanking Pres Mike for assistance with his golf swing;

  2. Lennis Trotter looking forward to a week in Vermont;

  3. Marianna Herzig happy to speak to us tonight, then off to Europe for three weeks;

  4. Kris Sachdeva enjoying 10 ½ hour duty driving for Pan Am games?! – good experience;

  5. Robbie LaRoque happy his daughter and others suffered no ill effects from the recent CO2 leak at McLauglin Gallery, looking forward to summer vacation, enjoyed Beerfest,- ticket netted 25 tokens of which he gave away seven??!! Father in law drove home!! Suggested we consider partnering with this event in 2015;

  6. Bob Koski’s daughter made his favourite meal which he enjoyed prior to coming to Rotary – could not do justice to the meal served here.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past Pres. Robbie reminded us that dues are due – invoices have been sent out;

  2. Sandy McDowell updated re Safety Village fundraising campaign – we have now reached 40% of our goal – pledge of $30,000.00 received from CN (thanks to Sandy) + $15,000.00 from the Town of Whitby;

  3. Pres. Mike hoping to encourage members to bring in 12 new members this Rotary year, encouraged by the potential of receiving “wine” as a reward for their efforts!

  4. Pres. Mike also circulated the committee list for the 2015/16 year asking members to pick their preference (three spots);

  5. Bob Koski asked members to volunteer for Sgt. At Arms – looking for five (has three) and he will organize rotation;

  6. Hilda Finnigan reminded members that the annual BBG picnic will be August 15th at the Biddle Cottage – think about what you wish to contribute re food, a list will be circulated over the next two/three weeks

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews. Tonights’ topic was Rotary Global Rewards a new program developed by RI President Ravindran and the Board of Directors hoping to assist clubs in enhancing member satisfaction and retention. All active Rotarians are eligible for the program and may sign up by accessing their My Rotary account. There are discounts on car rentals, hotels, dining and entertainment. More products and services will be added as time goes on. Be sure to explore the discounts and special offers through this program. See: https://www.rotary.org/myrotary/en/member-center

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres. Lennis Trotter introduced Marianna Herzig who told us about herself and her career.

Marianna grew up in Hungary and was always intrigued by her mothers’ dedication to her profession of nursing. She studied nursing and found that the nursing she liked best was in the area of private home care. Marianna worked several years in this area of nursing and found it to be expanding and becoming more and more a needed service. About one year ago she decided to start her own business – Living at Home Care Services. She now has ten staff dedicated to caring for clients and their families. Marianna promotes honesty, professionalism and providing a good support system for clients and staff, noting that this makes for a happy and successful environment for all concerned. Knowing that this philosophy is supported by Rotary made membership seem the ideal thing for her.

 

Pres Mike thanked Marianna for her enthusiastic account of her personal and professional life.

 

Meeting Ajourned.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

 

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July 21, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Hilda Finnigan

 

O Canada: Peter Dueck

 

Toast To The Queen : Myles Fisher

 

 

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES Happy Birthday to Esther Trotter on July 25th

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Jim Golavodas welcomed by Pres. Mike with a gift of wine; Regional Chairman Roger Anderson our guest speaker

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Roger Anderson drew the five of diamonds and received a pen courtesy of Pres. Mike

 

 

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: Sgt at Arms, Bob Koski encouraged all members present to contribute;

  1. Peter Dueck happy to be here;

  2. Hilda Finnigan pleased that Al was able to take grandson Ryan to the Canada/US ball game where Canada won gold;

  3. Marsha Chambers told about her friend who is providing transport for athletes to Pan Am events, anxious to get off the bus and broke the door!!;

  4. Linda Porret gave her last 75 cents;

  5. Robert Kipling proud to say the Rotary Club of Melfort SK contributed to Shelter Box in Nepal;

  6. Pat Dyck proud owner of a new John Deere Tractor for lawn care, snowplowing, etc.;

  7. Dave Andrews happy to welcome Roger Anderson;

  8. Alan Nason enjoyed golf game with Myles;

  9. Marianna Herzig enjoyed bachlorette party prior to B-in-Law’s wedding, will keep us posted on this exciting event?!?;

  10. Pres Mike looking forward to watching Canadian Open at Glen “Abby;

  11. Bob Koski attending Pan Am boxing event on Friday nite;

  12. Past Pres. Robbie looking forward to same event Friday and Saturday

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Hilda Finnigan reminded members that the annual BBG picnic will be August 15th at the Biddle Cottage – a list was circulated to sign up for food donations – hors d’ ouvres, salads, deserts, etc.

  2. Past President Robbies reminded members that dues are due,

 

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews. Tonights’ topic – Polio Irradification. July 24th will mark the one year anniversasry of the last case of polio in Nigeria which is one of the last three countries where polio continues to be endemic. The other two are Pakistan and Afghanistan. August 11th will mark one since the last case in Africa. Rotarians have played an important role in reaching these milestones donating $685.5 million to fight polio in Africa. In order for Africa to be certified polio free there must be two more years polio free. This means continuring to ensure that children, including those in remote areas continue to receive the vaccine. Rotary Club Presidents in District 7070 are asked to contact local media with a sample news release letting the public know the progress that has been made and asking also, for support in this final leg of our journey to irradicate polio in the world.

 

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres. David Andrews introduced our speaker for tonight – Regional Chair Roger Anderson. Roger began his political career as a member of Council for Ajax in 1985. Since that time he has served in many capacities and on several Boards. He is a recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal. As the longest serving Regional Chair (first appointed by Council in 1997), his priority is to encourage businesses to locate in Durham Region, thus creating quality local jobs. Mr. Anderson gave us an overview of the history of development in and of Durham Region, which joined together eight municipalities, to share the cost of providing the services necessary to support those living and working in the area, highlighting the many changes and advances that have been made. He emphasized the need for infrastructure money to support the needs for increased transit requirements, our increasing mental health issues and high cost of providing social services throughout the region.

 

Past Pres. Robbie thanked Mr. Anderson for his presentation.

 

 

Meeting Ajourned by Pres. Mike

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Sunntbrae Golf Course, King Street, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

NEW MAILING ADDRESS: 96 KING ST. E., OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 1B6

2015-2016 ROTARY THEME: “BE A GIFT TO THE WORLD”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: K. R. “Ravi” Ravindran – Rotary Club of Colombo, Sri Lanka

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Michael Bell - Rotary Club of Etobicoke in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Aziz Saleh – Rotary Club of Markham-Unionville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday July 7, 2015

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2015-2016

President: Mike Mclaren

Past President: Robbie Larocque

Vice President: TBA

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: TBA

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Kim Boatman

Sgt-at-Arms: TBA

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Grace: Myles Fisher

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen : Robert Kipling

 

ANNIVERSARIES: Robert and Caroline Kipling on July 8th

 

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Visiting Rotarian: Ab Gilbert Rotary Club of Oshawa; Dr. Colin Carrie our guest speaker and his assistant Shane Kelly

 

ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Kris Sachdeva drew the 4 of Clubs, received a “Be a Gift to the World” pen as a consolation prize (thanks President Mike) . If you or your business wish to donate consolation prizes, please feel free to do so.

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present please find a replacement)

HAPPY TOONIES:

  1. Robert Kipling noted that when ridding himself of some yard sale items, changing the gas in the trimmer suddenly brought it back to life?!?!; Pres. Mike will try this!!;

  2. Robbie Larocque finally got an opportunity to visit the Automotive Centre of Excellence and was impressed;

  3. Shawn Kellam enjoyed a trip to Dominican to attend a wedding, although not so much wearing a three piece suit in the heat – was pleased that “Riley” also enjoyed the trip including the airplane ride – a week with NO cell phone;

  4. Devon Biddle travelling to Fairbanks, Alaska next week and returning by boat;

  5. David Andrews pleased to welcome Dr. Colin Carrie,

  6. Ted Morrison looking forward to a trip to Ireland;

  7. Hilda Finnigan frustrated trying to navigate the health care system;

  8. Kris Sachdeva looking forward to “driving” at the Pan Am Games;

  9. Bob Koski enjoyed the music and dancing of “Kinkie Boots”, not sure it would appeal to everyone;

  10. Marianna Herzig enjoyed a vacation to Florida and attended Rotary meeting there, encouraged her friend to join, leaving for three weeks in Europe – will send us a post card!!!;

  11. Ab Gilbert pleased he has made 36 years perfect attendance;

  12. Pres. Mike thanks to Robert for the tip re gas trimmer;

  13. Alan Nason happy to remember something!!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past Pres. Robbie announced we received $1744.50 for our volunteering at Purple Woods – this while having a great time of fellowship;

  2. Lennis Trotter – Safety Village meeting Monday July 13th, 7PM;

  3. Pres. Mike hoping to encourage members to bring in 12 new members this Rotary year, encouraged by the potential of receiving “wine” as a reward for their efforts!!;

  4. Ted Morrision – Oshawa Parkwood has 111% of our objective in donations to The Rotary Foundation last Rotary Year AND don't forget the $ dinner on Sept. 15th, $1000.00 donation to participate;

  5. Dinner in Trenton on Oct. 3rd, to honour Past International President Wilf Wilkinson, tickets $150.00;

  6. Devon Biddle – dues are due, invoices will be sent out, and our club's annual BBG picnic will be August 15th at the Biddle Cottage – more info to follow;

  7. Marianna Herzig presented Pres. Mike with a banner from the Rotary Club of Boca Raton

ROTARY MOMENT: Presented by Past Pres. David Andrews. July 1st marks the beginning of a new Rotary Year. New RI Prersidernt Ravi Ravindran from Sri Lanka; New 7070 DG Michael Bell from Rotary Club of Etobicoke; new Assist. Governor Aziz Saleh from RC of Markham Unionville; new President Mike McLaren right here; new Rotary Theme “Be a Gift to the World”. Think about resolutions for this New Rotary Year – check out this website “ www.rotarydownunder.com “ and see the New Year's Resolutions

GUEST SPEAKER : Past Pres. David Andrews, introduced the Honourable Dr. Colin Carrie. He thanked Colin for his long standing support and contributions to The Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood. First elected in June of 2004, Colin has played an important role in many areas including health care and related issues and environmental initiatives.

Colin spoke openly about his support for Oshawa and Durham Region at the federal level mentioning that Oshawa is the second best place in Canada for industry development, supported by aerospace technology and the European Trade Deal, the benefits of cleaning up the harbor, the completion of rail lines and the 407, He spoke briefly about the reality of the global threat of ISIS and the need to protect people from this.

He spoke positively about the economy noting that Canada has the best job growth in the G7, the return to balanced budgets, efforts to help those on fixed incomes and tax cuts for families. Colin also noted that thanks to the Federal support of Rotarys’ efforts in Polio Iradication, Canada will be recognized around the world.

 

Past Pres. Terry DeYoung thanked Dr. Colin Carrie for taking the time to attend and speak to our club.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Bob Koski, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Bob Koski, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 8T2

 

LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : MAY 26, 2015

 

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015

President: Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration: Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: David Andrews.

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Walter Stewart

O Canada: Peter Dueck.

Toast To The Queen : Myles Fisher.

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

None.

 

GUESTS / VISITING ROTARIANS:

Linda Porritt.

Brian Thompson – District Governor 2014-15.

Donna Doucette

ACE OF SPADES DRAW:

Winner: Brian Thompson Card Drawn: King of Spades .

 

On The Door Next Week: Bulletin Editor:

 

__________________________________________ _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Peter Dueck: Is happy.

Hilda Finnigan: Lost her Past President’s Pin but later found it.

Bob Elliott: is happy.

Kris Sachdeva: had a great time in New Orleans. Said it was hot.

Devon Biddle: Ted Morrison, Devon and spouses attended the “Flame from India” Fundraiser this past Saturday, May 23rd in Cobourg. They had a great time.

Donna Doucette: Guest and prospective Member thanked the club for the evening.

Robert Kipling: Thanked Donna for attending our meeting.

Linda Porritt: Thanked all the members and was happy to be the newest Rotarian.

Ted Morrison: Golfed this past Monday at a Rotary Fundraiser and won the Grand Prize, a Via Rail Trip to Quebec City for two.

Dave Andrews: Went to the Driving range to get his swing the way he wants it.

Brian Thompson: District Governor is happy to be at Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood again.

Al Finnigan: lost his Cell Phone but later found it.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hilda Finnigan: Reminder of our Biannual Yard Sale at Bob Stewart’s Home.

Date: Saturday, June 13th 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Laura Carey & Rhonda Stewart are to head up this Fundraiser.

Require a Committee to help them organize & set up.

Articles may be delivered to the Stewart’s home commencing the week of June 8th.

Here is their address:

Bob & Rhonda Stewart, 687 Masson St.,  Oshawa, Ontario L1G 5A6

Robbie Larocque: The President announced that he would represent the club at the UOIT “Window To The Future” on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015. This dinner is to thank donors to UOIT.

Devon Biddle: Final Numbers on the Reverse Draw this past May 7th.

Gross Amount: $17,000.00.

Silent Auction: $4,400.00.

 

Induction of Linda Porritt:

District Governor Brian Thompson, Past District Governor Ted Morrison, Past President Dave Andrews and President Robbie Larocque were all on hand to induct our newest member to Rotary, Linda Porritt.

Linda was born in Kingston, grew up in Napanee and moved to Oshawa at a young age. In Oshawa, she attended her formal schooling. She graduated from Carelton University in Ottawa. Currently, she is in Real Estate working for Century 21. Some of her interests include Politics, Antiques and Geneology. She was introduced to Rotary by our own President-Elect, Mike McLaren. Welcome ,Linda!!

Note #1: June 2nd Meeting at OSG Cancelled due to Generals Parade.

June 2nd Director’s Meeting to be held at Biddles’ Offices at 5:00 PM.

 

Note #2: Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Second Annual

Rotary Foundation Dinner, Tuesday, June 9th, 2015.

Spouses are invited . Keynote Speaker: Dr Bob Scott,

past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation

and past Chair of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.

 

Note #3: JUNE 2015– ROTARY FELLOWSHIPS MONTH

 

ROTARY MOMENT

None.

 

GUEST SPEAKER :

Name of Speaker: Brian Thompson – District Governor.

Introduced By: Ted Morrison.

Thanked By:Ted Morrison.

Speaker’s Remarks:

: District Governor Brian Thompson - Speaks on his trip,

with his wife Karen and other District 7070 Rotarians, to India as a

volunteer in a NID (National Immunization Day) .

In February of 2015, 64 Rotarians from across North America, Australia and Switzerland went on a ten day trip to India. The primary purpose of the trip was India’s National Immunization Day. The entire group, along with 2.3 Million Volunteers from India immunized 225 Million Children under the age of five. India was declared Polio Free in March, 2014.

The purpose was strictly to ensure that the nation and all of its’ young citizens maintain their status as Polio Free.

In addition to this life changing and eye opening experience, the group bore witness to some of the most unique and culturally significant aspects of Northern India, primarily in the regions of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra.” (You Tude).

  • Brian and his wife Karen were part of the Canadian Team that included Rotarians from District 7070. He presented a history of PolioPlus which started in the Philippines in1988. That year 6 Million children from the Philippines were immunized. At the time, there were 350,000 Global Cases of Polio annually. As a result of PolioPlus, there were only 414 cases in 2014. And there have been only 91, so far this year. Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria are the only countries that had cases in 2014. Nigeria has none this year.

Brian emphasized the importance of our donations so that Rotary could continue the never ending fight versus this dreaded disease.

Good Presentation, Brian!!

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
                       OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
 
                                       P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA       
 
                            “LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
                                  MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, April 14, 2015
 
Rotary Grace
O Lord, The 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.
 
THE FOUR-WAY TEST
1. Is it the truth
2. Is it fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015
President: Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan
Vice President: Mike McLaren
Treasurer: Devon Biddle
Secretary: Pat Dyck
Club Administration: Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
Membership: Lennis Trotter
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle
Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski
 
Grace: Myles Fisher O Canada: Larry Hurren
Toast To The Queen : Bob Elliott
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Lennis and Esther Trotter – anniversary April 17
 
GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Welcome to our Charter President, Terry Giles;
our guest speaker Richard Mawhinney fellow Rotarian from Newmarket;
welcome back our snowbirds – great to see so many present tonight
 
ACE OF SPADES DRAW: Terry DeYoung drew the eight of hearts .
 
On The Door Next Week: David Andrews
Bulletin Editor: Walter Stewart
 
 
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)
 
HAPPY BUCKS
++++++happy bucks paid to welcome back our snowbirds and for the arrival of spring;
Mike McLaren asked everyone to fill out the questionnaire that he sent, noting that the information will prove valuable information to himself and members in moving forward as a club;
Marsha Chambers has surprised everyone by getting and using a cell phone!!;
Devon Biddle (and Linda) will have another grandchild;
Myles Fisher had a great trip to Portugal and also got a tax refund
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lennis announced that the Ajax Optimist club members will join us next Tuesday, April 21st (spouses/partners are also invited)
Pres. Robbie passed around a sign up sheet and will contact the Golf Club re numbers;
Saturday April 18th – Rotary Leadership Institute – large number of registrants;
Saturday April 25th – Trump Aids Walk ??anyone able to attend this year;
Saturday May 2nd – District Assembly – club will pay registration fee for anyone interested in going;
Saturday May 6th – Bowl for Kid’s Sake;
a request for an information table at “Ignite Opportunities” Symposium on Wednesday April 15th;
notes re Reverse Draw Thursday May 8th – Silent Auction items to Ted Morrison ASAP so that bid sheets can be made up;
Al Finnigan reminded everyone to sell tickets++
- Mike McLaren will forward a copy of last years sales to everyone;
Larry Hurren reminded us to mark special meal requests and marking the stub if a buyer is unable to attend dinner (this latter can save considerable cost to our club for dinners not eaten),
also if you require reserved table for your group, let Walter Stewart know;
once again this year a portion of funds raised at this event will be donated for operating room equipment at Lakeridge Oshawa
 
ROTARY MOMENT none this week
 
GUEST SPEAKER :
Richard Mewhinney was introduced by Ted Morrison. Richard spoke about his time in Ongutoi, Uganda where he has been involved in a Rotary Project building a Medical Centre. This project has been supported by Rotarians, non Rotarians and did receive a Global Grant. Richard noted that projects such as this one must be sustainable and education and ongoing financial support from within the country is an important part of this. The focus of treatment at this Medical Centre has been Hepatitis B, TB, and Diabetes and is now turning to HIV/Aids and will include prevention as well as treatment. Marsha Chambers thanked Richard .
 
President Robbie reminded members of the meeting immediately following re the Food Truck Project and also noted that our club needs a Vice President for 2015/16 Rotary Year.
 
THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
 
The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
 
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY: Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N., – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N., - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St., – 6:00 pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 - 6:00 pm
 
TUESDAY: Whitby – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St., - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs) – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
 
WEDNESDAY: Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club – Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm
 
THURSDAY: Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2, – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
 
FRIDAY: Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am
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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday April 7, 2015
 
 
Rotary Grace                                                                                                                
O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     
1.  Is it the truth                                                            
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                       
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan
Vice President: Mike McLaren
Treasurer: Devon Biddle
Secretary: Pat Dyck
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
Membership: Lennis Trotter
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle
Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski
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Grace:   Alan Nason
                                   
O Canada: Bob Stewart
                                                                                                                                                                                   
Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling                                                                                       
 
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Happy Birthday to Walter Stewart On April 13th
 
 
GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Our Guest Speaker Olinda Casimiro
 
ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
 
Pres. Robbie drew the Jack of Clubs                .    
                

On The Door Next Week:   ??                                  Bulletin Editor:  Hilda Finnigan

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS Sandy McDowell – grandson now 2 yrs old; Marsha Chambers – her aunt having health issues, car problems++, test driving a 2007 cadillac; Kim Boatman – son on the way home from BC via Florida, welcomes her friend Olinda who is our speaker this evening, thanks Sandy for bringing enough cash to subsidize her this evening; Ted Morrison – glad to be back, had great weather and golf and enjoyed seeing Dave Andrews, his lap top crashed but he was able to save some important information and has gotten it fixed; Larry Hurren – happy with tonights’ attendance; Alan Nason welcomed back our travelers; Kris Sachdeva selling reverse draw tickets to the Lakeridge Health fundraising office and reports that Joe Subbitan will sponsor again this year; Mike McLaren happy to have his daughter home for the weekend, trying his hand at wine making for the first time; Al Finnigan – happy to be back but looking for warm weather??, enjoyed marshalling at Valspar Tournament; Pres Robbie – glad to see returning friends, attended the Mustache Club performance of the Professors of Funk supporting his daughters new relationship, recommended if you enjoy “loud ‘70’s music
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS  Pres. Elect Mike McLaren will be sending a “questionnaire” to all members seeking our thoughts on the future of our club; focusing on four goals – vision for the future, fun and fellowship, programs and management.  Information will be confidential, however a summary of results will be shared with members.
Larry Hurren asked that all members concentrate on selling Reverse Draw tickets and Silent Auction items; Ted Morrison needs these latter ASAP in order to prepare bid sheets and donor lists.  
Allan Finnigan asked that members of the Reverse Draw Committee meet at 5:30PM on Tuesday April 14th prior to the regular club meeting
Ted Morrison reinforced the need to receive Silent Auction items ASAP; also asked for members of the Food Truck Frenzy Committee to meet following our regular meeting on April 14th
Pres Robbie asked Bob Stewart if he would host a Yard Sale in June – Bob will consult with Rhonda
Lennis Trotter thanked those who volunteered at the Easter Egg Hunt at Safety Village; reminded those on the Safety Village Committee of a meeting on Monday April 13th at 7PM; our meeting on April 21st will be the annual Joint Meeting with the Ajax Optimist Club
Other announcements from the President included – Rotary Leadership Instiutte – Parts I, II ans III is on April 18th at Seneca College (Finch Campus from 8 am  to 4 pm) – please consider attending ( club will cover cost); Trump Aids Walk is on April 25th at  from the Leuty Pavillion in The Beach, Toronto 9 am to 1 pm – members attending will support the Aids Committee of Durham Region by getting pledges; Rotary Club of East York is hosting a Lobsterfest and will also be celebrating their 50th anniversary (two separate events); District Assembly is on Saturday May 2nd at the BMO Centre – members should consider attending (cost is covered by the club) For further information on these events please contact President Robbie
 
ROTARY MOMENT   none this evening
 
 
GUEST SPEAKER  : Olinda Casmira, Interim CEO and Director of Finance at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery was introduced by Kim Boatman.
     Olinda noted that the gallery which opened in 1947, is evolving as a cultural centre and is much more than “art on the wall”.  To learn more go to www.rmg.on.ca .The former restaurant space is available for rent for family and club gatherings.  The gift shop is also worthy of a visit featuring unique items.  Staff and volunteers works together to support an annual fundraiser which this year will feature the aforementioned “Professors of Funk”.
 
Sandy McDowell thanked Olinda for her interesting presentation.
 
Meeting was adjourned by President Robbie.
 
 
THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
 
The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
 
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
 
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
 
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
 
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
 
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 31, 2015
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Carol Reading                                                                                          
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On The Door Next Week:   Larry Hurren    Bulletin-Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Carolina Rodreguez and Charlene Sheung
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   April 5-Happy Birthday to Terry DeYoung
                                                                           
                                                                           
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.        
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 4 at the Safety Village from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Robert corrected the information that it was the Municipality of Pickering that donated $15,000 to the Safety Village and not Pickering Rotary as was reported in the bulletin last month.
Robbie announced that R.I.L.A. will be holding all day seminars at Seneca College on April 18.
Bowling For Kids, sponsored by Big Brothers Big Sisters will be held on May 6 at Nebs Bowling Alley.
The Committee for Youth Services has money available to send 4 people to the Rotaract Conference on May 30.
Devon announced that next week’s meeting will be held in the annex of the Oshawa Golf Club.  Registration will take place in the same area by the piano.
 
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason
 

Ace of Spades Draw: Carolina drew the ace of clubs.

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
After a medical career of 25 years, Kris has decided to gradually work toward retirement.
Mike is looking forward to warmer weather and golf.
Hilda announced that April is tissue donor donation month and flags will be flown at Oshawa City Hall, Bowmanville City Hall, and the Regional Offices to commemorate it.  Do not forget to sign your donor cards.
Devon was happy to have attended a dinner with Lennis to hear Pres. Gary Huang speak.  It was a good speech with good company.  He was also happy to have won $270 in the ace of spades draw.
Lennis was impressed that Pres. Huang and his wife made it a point to speak to everyone individually at the dinner and they admitted that the president’s year is rather hectic with very little time spent at home.
Charlene is happy to be completing her 3rd year at U.O.I.T. and her year as president of Rotaract.
Marsha’s car needs repairing, but her mechanic did an Al Finnigan and fell off a ladder, so because he can’t fix it, she is driving a rental.  Also her aunt needed to go to hospital in the ambulance at night and told them not to use the siren so that they wouldn’t wake Marsha.
Robbie is just happy.
Alan is happy  that the gazebo has been fixed.
 
Rotary Moment – none
 
Guest Speakers:
Charlene and Carolina brought us up to date on the 2014-2015 Rotaract activities.  They had a 10% gain in members and now have over 40 and their club raised the most funds on campus.  They participated in the Blood Donor Drive, raised $102.30 for Polio Now, and collected 2,105 items for the Campus Food Drive called Trick or Eat.  They thanked our club for their support in the Scholars Fundraising Event which raised $4,500.  Their club also helped package 100,000 food hampers for Kids Against Hunger and they participated in the pancake breakfast for epilepsy. Charlene worked as a volunteer in Phonm Penh, Cambodia and Rotaract helped raise awareness on campus about illiteracy around the world.  This summer the club will be in attendance at the Rotaract Conference and will be helping at Rib Fest and the Food Truck Frenzy. Robbie thanked our speakers.
 
 
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 24, 2015
 
 
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
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Grace:  Walter Stewart
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen:  Bob Koski                                                                                               
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On The Door Next Week:   Larry Hurren    Bulletin-Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: None.
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 30-Happy Birthday to Lennis Trotter
                                                                          
                                                                          
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.        
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 4 at the Safety V
On March 28 Ajax Rotary Club will be holding a Food Packing Drive from 9 to 3.
On April 18 R.I.L.A. will be holding all day seminars at Seneca College.
On May 30 the 2015 Rotaract Conference will be held at York University.  Tickets are $25 until March 31 and $35 from April 1 to 30.  Any nominations for deserving young members for awards must be in by May 1..                        
Robert Kipling announced that Pickering Rotary Club made a very generous donation to the Safety Village.
Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason
 

Ace of Spades Draw:  Walter Stewart drew the 9 of club happy to be welcoming a second grandchild in October.

 
HAPPY BUCKS
 
Robert  Kipling’s friend found and turned in a diamond ring at Cosco.  A very relieved newly-engaged young lady claimed it.
Peter is happy.
Shawn is happy that Peter is happy..
Hilda’s daughter is continuing hospital care but happily is home on weekends.
Walter is happy to be back.
Larry had some very amusing stories to tell about newspaper misprints.
Robbie is happy..
 
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Rotary Moment – none.
 
SPEAKER
 
There was no speaker tonight.
 
 
The meeting adjourned at 7:20.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 17, 2015
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Hilda Finnigan
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Devon Biddle                                                                                           
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week:   Larry Hurren    Bulletin-Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: None.
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 17-Happy Birthday to Colleen McLaren
                                                                           20-Happy Birthday to Marianna Herczeg
                                                                           
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.        
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 4 at the Safety Village.
Larry announced a Public Education Forum on heart and dental health to be held at Faith United Church on Sat. Apr.11 from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M..  Also, a C.P.R. Course will be held Apr. 19 at the same location.
Robbie received an e-mail from someone trying to locate Miss Laurie Pike.  If you are able to help, let Robbie know.
A new Rotary Club in France is looking for an exchange for a 16 yr. old female student. Robbie has the information.
 
Robbie challenged us with three St. Patrick’s  Day puzzles. They were lots of fun and we are now all  more knowledgeable about March 17.                        
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Robert Kipling

Ace of Spades Draw: Lucky Devon Biddle drew the Ace of Spades.

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Sandy M. thanked Linda Biddle for the Pancake Day picture of Robbie and Larry which she published in Oshawa Express.  Also, she is happy to be welcoming a second grandchild in October.
David M. thanked Peter for leading us in tune for O Canada.
Kris S. had a great vacation in Jamaica last week.
Hilda thanked everyone for their prayers and good wishes and happily reported  her daughter has taken a few steps.  Also, Al is on his way home from Florida.
Marsha’s aunt had bone marrow tests, so we wish her the best for good results.
Larry had a good time at the College Reception wine and cheese party.
Devon was happy that Linda’s picture was printed and that he picked the Ace of Spades.
Marianna will celebrate her birthday by going ballroom dancing.
Robert was happy to be Sgt.-at-Arms.
Robbie’s daughter’s hockey team is tied for their play-off games and he enjoyed the College Reception..
 
Rotary Moment – none
 
Guest Speakers:
Robbie introduced Natalie Sims, co-owner of Durham Medical Services.  Her business has been operating in Oshawa for 32 years and is now located in the old courthouse at King and Ritson.  Natalie spoke about many of the items sold in her store that help to make life easier for ill and disabled people  and allow them to remain in their homes.  Her business works closely with Grandview Treatment Centre, Hearth Place and the Parkinson, A.L.S. and Alzheimers societies.  Larry Hurren thanked our speaker.
 
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M..
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 10, 2015
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:  Bob Koski
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Robert Kipling                                                                                           
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week: Larry Hurren  Bulletin Editor  Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Frank Lowe, Andreas Lueth, Steven Pellegrino
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 13-happy anniversary to Myles and Jill Fisher
                                                                           14-happy birthday to Peter Dueck
                                                                           16-happy birthday to Marsha Chambers
 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.              
Robbie reminds us of the Scholarship Reception on March 12.  Tickets are $100 and are available from Robbie.                 Safety Village Activities-March 17 is Safety Day and there will be activities at the Village-April 4 is the Easter Egg Hunt.     
Rotary Leadership Institute will be held at Seneca College on April 18.  New Rotarians are encouraged to attend.  See Robbie for information.
 
Robert reports that the Water Sanitation Project in Kenya in which we partnered with Oshawa Rotary, has been visited by one of their members.  Robert will be sending out that members report to us.
Robbie announced that candidates for Vice-President for our club for next year are needed..
 
 
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Bob Koski
 

Ace of Spades Draw: our speaker Andreas Lueth drew the 8 of spades.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Andreas L. thanked our club for supporting Durham Outlook for the Needy.   
Bob Stewart’s daughter’s hockey team won their tournament gold medal.
Hilda thanked Andreas and Frank for attending our meeting.
Robbie thanked those who helped at Purple Woods and is sure spring is on the way because he has been seeing birds.
Mike M. had a great trip to Chicago where he met the incoming international president.
Marianna H. had fun at Purple Woods.
Larry had a good time at the Pancake Breakfast and welcomed his friend Steven Pellegrino to our meeting.
Peter and Elfrida have happily celebrated their 53rd anniversary.
Robert welcomed Steven P. to the meeting and enjoyed conversing with him.
Marsha is happy her 21 year old car passed the emissions test and is good for another 2 years.
Kim had a good time on Sat. at Purple Woods and thinks we should consider purchasing club baseball caps.
Lennis was happy to announce he is officially retired.
Bob K. thanked Robbie for arranging the Purple Woods Pancake week-end.
 
Rotary Moment – Mike McLaren attended the Chicago conference for in-coming Rotary presidents.  He was impressed by the PETS seminars that stressed four points for a vibrant club: 1. Vision 2. Fellowship 3. Programmes 4. Management.
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Hilda introduced Andreas Lueth from Whitby Sunrise Club and Frank Lowe from Durham Outlook for the Needy.  Andreas thanked our club for contributing to a new refrigerated van for Durham Outlook and Frank made us aware of the history and activities of the organization.  A new location is going to be built on Simcoe St. S. so there will be easier access and better accommodation for the many patrons who are fed by this organization daily.  Bob S. thanked our speakers and presented them with a cheque for our contribution for the new van.
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
 
The meeting adjourned at 7:35 P.M.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday March 3, 2015
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:  Shawn Kellam
O Canada:  David Malachowski
Toast to the Queen: Mike McLaren                                                                                            
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week: Larry Hurren  Bulletin Editor  Carol Reading    

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Steven Ko, Linda Borritt, Heather McMillan
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   March 3-Happy anniversary to Peter and Alfrida Dueck
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.              
Hilda has arranged to have Cathy Beatty and a Feed the Needy rep. speak at  next week’s meeting.                        
There is a Kids’ Safety Village Meeting on Thurs. at 7 P.M.
Help is needed at the Pancake Breakfast at Purple Woods on March 7 and 8 from 8A.M. to 3P.M.
The Rotary Flame will pass through our area in May 2015.
There is a dinner March 24 in Richmond Hill to meet R.I. Pres. Huag.
 
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Shawn Kellam
 

Ace of Spades Draw: our speaker Heather McMillan drew the jack of diamonds.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Larry’s one year old grandson, Grey, picked up the bill at Larry’s birthday party at Fazio’s and said “Oh! Oh!”   
Hilda thanks everyone for their kind wishes and is happy to report her daughter Beth is improving and getting great care
In Peterborough Hospital..
Michael McLaren was happy to have his friends Steven and Linda at the meeting.
Lennis and Esther  had a good time and saw all the sights on a recent trip to Las Vegas.
Marianna H. is looking forward to the Pancake Breakfast.
Robbie thanked Mike for chairing the meeting last week while he and his family were in Cozumel diving and vacationing.
Shawn’s daughter Riley has just had her first birthday and is walking.
 
Rotary Moment – None.
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Our speaker, Heather McMillan, is the Executive Director of Durham Workforce Authority.  Her government supported agency conducts surveys on what is happening in the small and medium Durham enterprises and provides this information to the local labour market.
 
Robbie Laroque thanked our speaker.
 
The meeting adjourned at 8:05P.M.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Feb. 24, 2015
 
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Myles Fisher
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast to the Queen: Bob Koski                                                                                                 
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week:   Robert Kipling       Bulletin Editor:  TBA     

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: None.
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:   None
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. We need to sell tickets and obtain silent auction items.              
                       
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Larry Hurren

Ace of Spades Draw: Myles Fisher drew the five of diamonds.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Larry – sold their house in 5 days. 
Robert Kipling – predicted that the weather next week would be above freezing.
Michael McLaren – mentioned that the Groundhog was accurate 28% of the time, same as meteorologists.
 
Rotary Moment – Michael described the excellent training and support programs Rotary provides for incoming Presidents.
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Michal introduced our guest Michael Matthew a Chartered Professional Accountant with 24 years of experience with individual and small business tax preparation.
 
Michael provided us with a review of do’s and don’ts for tax preparation as well as the value of RSP, TFSA and RIF to one’s portfolio. 
 
Kris Sachdeva thanked our guest.
 
The meeting adjourned at 7:50pm.
 
 
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
Read more...
THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
 
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
 
“LIGHT UP ROTARY”
 
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan
 
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
 
 
 
 
 
 
MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Feb. 17, 2015
 
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                         Rotary Grace                                        
President:  Robbie Larocque
Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                
Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                             
Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways
Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.
Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam
All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:
Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?
The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?
Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?
Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
                                                           
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
 
Grace:   Walter Stewart
O Canada:  Carolina Rodrigues
Toast to the Queen: Bob Koski                                                                                                 
                       ---------------------------------------------------------------------

On The Door Next Week:   Robert Kipling       Bulletin Editor: Bob Koski         

  

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Christine Dubrowski (Teacher), Yousuf Lahraya, Alison Finer, Rachel Finer (R.S. McLauglin High School Students), and Charlene Chung, Carolina Rodrigues, Shane Dyer (Rotoractors UOIT/DC).
 
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Ted Morrison BD.  
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
Robbie: RI Pres. will be in Richmond Hill Rotary Club March 24 and in London, Ont. March 24.
             March 7 + 8 Pancake Breakfast at Purple Woods.  Volunteer sign up sheet available for members. 
                                 Rotoract will be supporting us too.
             Port Perry Club organizing Literacy Fundraising Project.
             Betty Matthews Funeral 1 pm Friday Feb 20 Oshawa Funeral Home
             Oshawa Rotary Club – invited us to participate in “Fun Day” - set up of jumping castles, etc. no fundraising,
                                                  no work, no admission fee.                          
Larry Hurren: Reverse Draw.  May 7.  $125/ticket. Sell Tickets and obtain silent auction items.               
                        So far have CP trip to Quebec City, two sets of tire.
Lennis Trotter: Lennis and Charlene Chung to discuss Food Truck Fundraiser with UOIT/DC to establish date, space in                             parking lot and support to be provided.  
Ted Morrison: this year on your birthday, give a gift to Rotary.
 
Sgt-at-Arms:  Shawn Kellam 

Ace of Spades Draw: Shane Dyer had the winning raffle ticket.  He drew the 6 of hearts.  

 
HAPPY BUCKS:
Ted M. – happy 5$ for the 5 weeks he’s in Florida.
Charlene – happy to be here and that our club is sponsoring Shane for RYLA.
Walter – happy to see all of our guests
Marsha Chambers – glad to be here and made the trip from TO with her car
Myles Fisher – back from Peru.  Enjoyed the adventures and especially the different cultures.
Larry – after 38 years, house is finally “staged”
Robbie – off next week on scuba diving holidays 
 
 
 
Guest Speakers:
Lennis introduced our guests:
 
The Interactors (high school students) introduced themselves and told us of their fundraising project: Purple Pinkies for Polio Eradication awareness, 30 hour famine to raise awareness about hunger, and a Shelter Box fundraiser to be awarded to RI.
 
The Rotoractors described their activities and focused on their upcoming annual fundraiser March 12 at the Downtown UOIT Campus at 61 Charles St.  They will leave 10 tickets for our club with Devon.  Tickets are $100 each.  They have been visiting all of the Rotary Clubs in the Durham Region to help with this project. Last year they raised $32,000 and UOIT matched this to provide $64,000 for student financial assistance.
 
Robbie took extra tickets to sell at his office.
 
Carol Reading thanked our guests. 
Ted was impressed with the Shelter Box initiative so he donated $20 to support them and many Rotarians followed Ted’s lead.
The meeting was adjourned.
 
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm
TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm
WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm
THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am
FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 
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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Feb. 3, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace:  David Mankiewicz

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast to the Queen: Carol Reading                                                                                           

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On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison       Bulletin Editor: Bob Koski         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)  Alan Nason is on the door this week.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Peter Dueck Feb. 8, Kris Sachdeva Feb. 9,  Margaret and Alan Nason 57th Ann.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Robbie: RI Pres. will be in Richmond Hill Rotary Club March 24.

             March 7 + 8 Pancake Breakfast at Purple Woods.  Volunteer sign up sheet available for members.  Rotoract will                                     be supporting us too.

             Next week’s meeting at Harpo’s.  Order off the menu.  Starts at 6pm. 

             Another Rotary Club is holding a Martini Night Feb. 12; see Robbie for details. 

             We are seeking a vice president to serve for 2015-16 Rotary year.   Please give it your consideration.

 

Lennis; Safety Village Restoration Meeting Monday Feb. 9.

 

Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason 

Ace of Spades Draw: Robert Kipling drew the four of hearts.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Lennis and Esther will be heading out to Las Vegas in March.

Devon is just happy.

Mike is glad to see the market rebound.

Dave M. proud of his two sons and their fundraising successes via Paypal.

Robbie: happy in general and fined himself for not wearing his Rotary pin.

Guest Speakers:

Robbie introduced our guest speaker, Dr. Phil Smith, who unfortunately arrived at our meeting after 7pm.

Phil discussed his approach to medicine which involves prevention via life style changes vs  pills after some health issues are discovered.  He stressed nutrition, exercise, mind set, vitamin D and Omega 3.

Robbie thanked our guest speaker. 

 

Editorial:

14 Parkwood Rotarians enjoyed this meeting.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  January 27, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace:  Pat Dyck

O Canada: Kay Hurren

Toast to the Queen: Bob Elliott                                                                                                  

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On The Door Next Week:   Robert Kipling       Bulletin Editor: Bob Koski         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement) 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Visiting Rotarians and spouses from The Rotary Club of Oshawa: Tom& Jill Maxwell, David, Maureen and Lorrie Perkin

And we had several spouses join us: Kay Hurren, Patti Koski, Caroline Kipling, Linda Biddle and Sharron Morrison

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Myles Fisher birthday today (he's in Peru).

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

Larry announced he had the ticket to pass out to those who sell for the reverse draw May7

Ted informed the club of Monty Audenart a distinguished Rotarian who at one time was VP of Rotary. Ted read a letter sent by Monty to all his Rotary friends.

Robbie reminded everyone about the District's grant management seminar on Feb 7 .We need two members to attend in order for the club to qualify to get grants from the district.

Robbie announced an upcoming seminar for business owners regarding  the employment of the disabled.

 

Sgt-at-Arms

Ace of Spades Draw: Bob Koski drew the 3 of clubs.

HAPPY BUCKS:

Larry was happy to have been to two Robbie Burns parties in the last week. Kris was happy to be selected as a volunteer for the Pan AM games this summer. Alan was happy to here tonight. Robbie was happy to have volunteers for the pancake breakfast in March.

 

Guest Speakers:

Name of Speaker:  Glad Bryce 

Introduced By: Bob Koski 

Thanked By: Kris Sachdeva

 

Speaker’s Remarks:

Glad Bryce has written a book about the women who joined the Air Force during the  second world war. Through exhaustive interviews she told individual stories of many of the 17,000 women who joined up. None of the women were pilots . Most were technicians. There were 6 skilled trades when the war started that soared to 69 skill trades at the height of the war..  Known as the "WDs" or women's division of the RCAF. When the war was over they were given money, or a plot of land or further education when they were released

This was an interesting talk about a topic that very few people knew about. She was selling her book for $35. Several Rotarians bought the book at the end of the evening.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  January 20, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck /Bob Koski                                                       Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Alan Nason / Bob Koski                                              4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace:  Marianna Herczeg

O Canada: Marsha Chambers

Toast to the Queen: Robert Kipling

                                                                                               

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On The Door Next Week:   Carol Reading      Bulletin Editor: Ted Morrison         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement) 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None tonight.

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: January 21 Patti Koski and Marion Mills

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Robbie read out a thank you from the YMCA for our support of their breakfast with Santa

 

Robbie also reminded members of the upcoming Rotary Leadership Institute on April 18 at Seneca College. Anyone who would like to go let him know.

 

Sgt-at-Arms

Ace of Spades Draw: Kris Sachdeva drew the 8 of hearts.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

 Larry survived another week of getting his condo renovated and the house cleanup ready to sell.

Kris was happy to recognize 35 years in the City of Oshawa.

Marianna was happy to be here tonight.

Marsha was happy for her mechanic able to keep her car on the road.

Walter was happy to meet and have a conversation with Sam Ruparelia at the Mandarin last week.

Bob Stewart was happy the interest rates went down it caused the markets to go crazy .

Robbie was happy that he and Terry-Lynn went to the concert in Port Hope last Sunday. The profits were split between the orchestra and polio eradication.

Bob Koski was happy to report that last week he went to Toronto with his daughter and the receptionist at the office they visited mistook him for her husband (it must be the goatee).

Devon was happy that he finally got a name tag with the correct spelling of Marianna's name.

 

Guest Speakers:

CLUB FORUM TONIGHT

  1. Robbie passed around a sign up sheet for a special valentines meeting with our spouses or friends at Harpos  Restaurant on February 10.
  2. There was discussion about the upcoming Purple Woods  session on March 7&8. Robbie asked if we thought we should invite the Oshawa Club to join us?
  3. There was a lengthy discussion about the proposed Food Truck event. It is suggested o be at UOIT in September. We will invite the UOIT Rotaract club to assist us with  logistics. Shawn ,Lennis, Pat, Marianna, Walter, Sandie volunteered to serve on an organizing committee with Chair Ted Morrison. Ted indicated he would contact Mary Nurse (Chair of the Whitby event ) to assist us with our initial planning.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JANUARY 13, 2015

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                          

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?   

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                       

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Al Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Walter Stewart  

                                   

O Canada:  Peter Dueck  

                                                                                                         

Toast To The Queen :  Miles Fisher                                                                                        

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

January 16 Dave Snoddon (Jodi's partner)

January 18 Pat Dyck

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None

  

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner: Robbie Larocque            Card Drawn: Ace of Clubs (so close!)

 

On The Door Next Week:                                     Bulletin Editor:

Carol Reading                                                        Ted Morrsion

 

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS 

  1. Sandie had a great Christmas and a wonderful holiday in Georgia. She was also happy that their Christmas party/10th anniversary party brought in $1600 for the Kid's Safety Village.
  2. Bob Stewart was sad because their dog died. Now they only have the goldfish.
  3. Pat Dyck was thankful to the club for the beautiful pointsettia received over Christmas and for the love and support shown to her from members on the death of her husband Ken.
  4. Marsha enjoyed celebrating the holidays with her Aunt especially New Year's Eve dance at the Legion where she learned the slosh and participated in the twist-a-thon. She is willing to give lessons.
  5. Larry is busy fixing up his condo and preparing to sell his house. He brought in some old newspapers that he collected.
  6. Robbie and Kris were just happy to be here.
  7. Devon expressed it so well for all of us that we were happy to see Pat Dyck back at Rotary.
  8. Mike had a great holiday in the Dominican Republic where he played a lot of golf.
  9. Carol was happy to get a new laptop at the urging of allher friends and family.
  10. Alan Nason took his family out to dinner for Margaret's birthday.

 

 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. Lennis Trotter  announced that DRPS is now willing to pay their share for maintenance of the Kid's Safety Village. The challenge will be  to get the municipalities to donate something.
  2. President Robbie announced that Rotary is putting together an Ambassador Choir to sing at the UN and Lincoln Center. If you would like to volunteer sing a note to Robbie.
  3. President Robbie asked if the club was interested ingoing off-site February 10 to celebrate Valentine's Day. He will investigate.
  4. Ted Reminded everyone of the upcoming concert/dinner this Sunday in Port Hope by the Northumberland orchestra. The monies raised will be split between the orchestra and Polio Eradication

 

 

  

ROTARY MOMENT  : None tonight

 

  

GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speaker: Mike McLaren

 

Introduced By: President Robbie

 

Thanked By: Kris Sachdeva

 

Speaker’s Remarks: Mike shared with the club ideas he learned at a Leadership Conference he attended last summer.He talked about change  both in individuals and in organizations. He mentioned he will be developing a survey for the members to complete before proceeding in his year as President. His message was that change can be a good thing as long as it is thought out properly.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe's,14375 Simcoe St S, Port Perry, ON – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Jan 6, 2015

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        Rotary Grace                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan                                                         O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                                  

Vice President: Mike McLaren                                                         We thank Thee for our daily food                               

Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                  May Rotary friends and Rotary ways

Secretary: Pat Dyck                                                                         Help us to serve Thee all our days.

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling                                                 Four Way Test:

Membership: Lennis Trotter                                                             1. Is it the truth?

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison                                             2. Is it fair to all concerned?

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle                                                        3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski                        4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                                                           

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Grace: Andy Lyons

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast to the Canadian Junior Hockey Team – Bob Koski                                                                                  

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On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison       Bulletin Editor: Ted Morrison         

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)  Bob Koski is Editor for this week.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Rotarian Terry Hill, Past District Governor from Alberta.

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES: Margaret and Alan Nason

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Andy stated that we raised $2,267.50 selling cakes and hams.

Lennis noted that Monday January 12 at 7 pm will be the next meeting of the Safety Village Restoration Project. 

Robbie - letters of thanks have been received for: Crime Stoppers, Operation Eyesight & Trillium Gift of Life;

thanked The Oshawa Express (in absentia) for their excellent December article on Oshawa-Parkwood Rotary;

and reminded us of the Port Hope Concert and Dinner Fundraiser – Sunday Jan 18.  Cost: $65 ea.

Ted added that half of the proceeds go to Polio Plus and the other half to the orchestra.

 

Marianna Herczeg – Inducted into The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood by Lennis, Ted and Robbie.

                                          An excellent start to a New Year!

 

Sgt-at-Arms:  Alan Nason 

Ace of Spades Draw: Ted drew the 7 of spades.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Andy- successful conclusion to cakes and hams fundraiser. 

Lennis – on the sale of his office property in Oshawa. 

Lennis/Devon – Ken Dyck’s eulogy delivered by his son Matt.

Marianna – her business donated $325 to Alzheimer Research

Larry – guest speakers from YMCA

Bob – Recognized Andy’s fundraising efforts, Cdn. Jr. Hockey Team Gold Medalists.          

Ted – Happy Marianna is joining our club, Cdn.Jrs. and Sharron has recovered from the flu.

Kris – enjoyed the Xmas holidays and happy that Marianna is with us.

Robbie – happy about kid’s hockey

Alan – Toasted the club:  May you live as long as you want to and Want to as long as you live.

 

Robbie requested and received unanimous endorsement for a potential fundraiser this fall utilizing Food Trucks and possibly the UOIT/DC facilities.  We are planning this event and it will require our club’s total support.

                 

Guest Speakers:

Larry introduced our guest speakers from the YMCA: Paul Skuza and Rick McCutcheon.

Paul is a Sr. Program Director and Rick is an Advisory Coach.  They shared their Apple presentation material with us.

 

The YMCA is over 100 years old, strives to engage youth with health, fitness and motivational leadership. They are the largest licensed child care centre providers in Canada, have over 7,000 volunteers, over 1,600 teens attended Friday teen nite’s 7-10 pm and 27% of members are provided reduced fees.  

 

They support: Mary Street Public School with an annual Pancake Breakfast along with Christmas gifts;  local fundraisers by providing volunteers; our annual Reverse Draw with gift cards and memberships for our silent auction.  Last year they raised $250,000.

 

Andy thanked our Guest Speakers.

 

Editorial:

12 Parkwood Rotarians enjoyed this meeting.

Our best thoughts go out to Hilda and her daughter.

We wish our absentee members good health and a Happy 2015. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

          MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 25, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Acting Interim Secretary: Bob Koski

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                          Dave Mankiewicz                                   

O Canada:                   Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen:    Walter Stewart                                                                                        

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Bob Stewart (today)

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Welcome to Marianna Herczeg

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:     Walter Stewart         Card Drawn:   8 of Hearts                .    

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                     Bulletin Editor: To Be Announced

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Bob Koski – Happy to help rake leaves form his neighbors lawn . too bad they blew back in a day later.
  2. Carol Reading – Raptors are winning.
  3. Larry Hurren – Old Time Fiddlers contest at his church raised money for the church – a big success.
  4. Kris Sachdeva – Movember  is  in full swing and prostrate cancer awareness is doing well as Kris and Bob Koski are growing their mustaches and encouraged our members to donate happy bucks to our club for their efforts.
  5. Ted Morrison – Congratulates to Bob and Kris with the Stash awareness for Movember.
  6. Hilda Finnigan – Happy to be at the Rotaract Club of DC/UOIT’s very successful Meet and Greet last evening with 14 new Rotaract members being inducted
  7. Robbie Larocque – thanked Bob and Kris for promoting Movember and Prostrate Cancer Awareness Month.
  8. David Andrews – echoed Hilda’s remarks and thanked Cherlene Cheung, President of the Rotaract Club for a fine evening.
  9. Eamonn Doyle– looking forward to going south.
  10. Robert Kipling – getting closer to Christmas and loving that Christmas musicJ
  11. Lennis Trotter – happy to see a friend that was a Rotary member.
  12. Andy Lyons – for life
  13. Shawn Kellam – happy to be at the Maple Leaf hockey game at Air Canada Centre even though they lost 9-2.
  14. Alan Nason – forgot what he was going to say, but thanked Andy for a wonderful job as Sgt At Arms for the entire month of November

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

  1. Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free. If you have not yet signed up, please call Carol today at 905-728-9374
  2. Andy Lyons – the last possible date, time, minute and second to get your ckaes and hams order to Andy will be Friday, Nov 28 at 12:00 noon.  Keep on selling and give Andy a call at 905-723-8110  or email him at lyons.pyott@sympatico.ca
  3. Robbie Larocque – Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival application is in.  Wish us luck that we wil be picked to host. Lots of competition.
  4. Robbie Larocque – Rotary Foundation donation tax receipts will now be sent via email online. Be sure to go to www.rotary.org , sign in to my rotary and you are all set. If you are having problems getting in, send an email to data@rotary,org .
  5. Robbie Larocque – Announced that Bob Koski has agreed to step in as acting interim Secretary in Pat Dyck’s absence for this Rotary Year.
  6. Mike McLaren – His PGOW presentation , schedule for tonight will be rescheduled for another night as the AGM of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation went over time. Mike wants you to get a real good opportunity to see his presentation in the New Year.
  7. Al Finnigan –  The first Reverse Draw meeting went well. We have our license thanks to Past President Al. Everyone knows their assignments. Reminder: We will accept silent auction items anytime. The more we receive, the bigger our profits.
  8. Hilda Finnigan - Dec.16th – The Rotary Club members and spouses Christmas party at will be at the Officers Mess at the Armouries, Simcoe St N., Oshawa Cocktails at 6 pm; Dinner about 7 pm.  Cost is  $30 per person. A real Christmas Dinner.
  9. Devon Biddle – REMINDER: For those who sold tickets to Live Act, he needs the names and addresses of your guests so that he can issue tax receipts.
  10. Devon Biddle - Had meeting with Oshawa Golf Club regaring the muinimum number of meals that we pat for on a weekly basis. That number has been reduced from 20 to 18 during January, February and March 2015. This will be reviewed with the Golf Club management and our Rotary Club  near the end of the Rotary Year to determine if further changes are required. In the 2014 Calendar year (Jan 1 thru Nov 25, we have paid for 71 meals that we were short on. The reason for this was various from the snow birds to current members not attending to the real need for more members.

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

None tonight.

 

GUEST SPEAKERS  :

Name of Speakers: Devon Biddle (speaking on the Annual General meeting of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation) and Robbie Larocque (speaking on the election of officers for the 2015-2016 Rotary Year).

 

Annual General meeting of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation:

 Devon chaired the AGM meeting for the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation. A financial report was shared for everyone. Last year minutes approved. Reports were read and nominations and election of officers were accepted. In addition, club members received and reviewed the financial statement for the year ending June 30, 2014. Devon answered all questions from the floor.

 

Election of Officers

Robbie Larocque conducted the nomination and election of officers of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for 2015-2016. President will be Mike McLaren, Robbie Larocque will be Past President. The Directors will be: announced the board and new incoming President Mike McLaren; Directors: Kim Boatman, Eamonn Doyle, Shawn Kellam, Ted Morrison, Lennis Trotter. It was moved and accepted by all. It is anticipated that Devon Biddle will be appointed Treasurer  and Bob Koski will be appointed Acting Interim Secretary by the new Board in July 2015.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Bob Koski, our acting interim Secretary or Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Dave Andrews, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Royal Oak Pub, 617 Victoria St W., Whitby – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  NOVEMBER 18, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle 

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Lennis Trotter                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen:  Myles Fisher

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Ron Murdock – Honorary Member of the Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise

Mary Anna Herczeg – Guest of Lennis Trotter

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:    Myles Fisher     Card Drawn: Jack of Clubs               .    

                

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : David Andrews

Bulletin Editor: Mike McLaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Bob Koski – For Movember, he is happy that his Stash is coming in.

Carol Reading – Very happy Not to be in Buffalo.

Larry Hurren –thanked Dave and all your work for the Skate a thon!

Kris Sachdeva – echo to Larry about Dave and not in Buffalo.

Ted Morrison – great to hear from Rotarians for the strong endorsement for Rotary Leadership Institute

Hilda Finnigan – Happy that we had a successful Skate a thon

Al Finnigan – Also very happy that we had a successful Skate a thon

Devon – happy to be back.

Robbie Larocque – thank you for David.

Walter Stewart– Had a great time with Sue  and the good time at St. Anne’s Spa.

David Andrews – thank you Ted Morrison and the team for a very successful Rotary Leadership Institute on Saturday and and very special thank you to everyone who helped with the 35th annual Rotary Skate a thon . Lots of help. Well received by the Durham Dragons.

Eamonn – looking forward to going south.

Sandy – Oshawa Express extending an invite to all Club members and their spouses to The Oshawa Express Christmas celebration on Dec.11.  Be sure to RSVP

Robert – sad about the Saskatchewan Roughriders L

Lennis – The annual Christmas Light up the Village at the Kids Safety Village attracted 150 children and parents.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free. Be sure to sign up with Carol , Giver her a phone call if you have not yet signed up.

Robbie Larocque – R.S. McLaughlin student awardee sent a nice thank you letter to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for our donation for her award

December 16 will be the Christmas Dinner for our club members and spouses at the Officers Mess of at The Armouries. More information will follow soon. Be ready to sign up when asked.

Mike McLaren – reviewed Part III  of the Rotary Leadership Institute that he attended on Saturday and to share next week PGOW.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   - None tonight

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ron Murdock, Partners In Service -  Update

Introduced By: Ted Morrison

Thanked By: Kris Sachdeva

Speaker’s Remark: The Partners In Service provides the  grass roots help to handicapped individuals. Partners In Service is all of the Durham Region Rotary Clubs and also the Lions Clubs in North Oshawa and Courtice who are the main service providers to the much needed service to the handicapped . Ron does a home assessment and a follow up.  Partners In Service ask for 30% of the funds for equipment from the clients, ideally. Big needs have been hospital beds, wheel chairs and motorized wheel chairs.  About 75 projects per year are reviewed and completed by Ron and the Partners In Service.

Thank you Ron!

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Royal Oak Pub, 617 Victoria St W., Whitby – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Crabby Joe’s Restautant, 14375 Simcoe Street S.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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EDITOR : VICE - PRESIDENT MIKE MCLAREN

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 11, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Al Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Myles Fisher                             

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen:  Mike McLaren 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Unknown

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

None tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Carol Reading             Card Drawn:  7  Diamonds                .    

                

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                          Bulletin Editor: Mike McLaren

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HAPPY BUCKS.

Bob Koski – Happy to have a very successful fundraiser at Live Act and thanked everyone for their help.

Carol Reading – No snow just rain.

Larry Hurren –Getting ready to go on to the ice at the Rotary Skate-a-thon this Sunday with a fresh sharping. J

Kris Sachdeva – happy to be working

Ted Morrison – thank you to Bob Koski and his team for a great Live Act Evening.

Hilda Finnigan – thank you for a beautiful day

Al Finnigan – Great to get at golfing today and to have a charming wife. Looking forward to being a volunteer at the PGA Golf Tournament, the Valspar Open at Innisbroook Resort in March 2014 . J

Mike McLaren – my wife thanks you for the Live Act dinner fund raiser and the door prizes.

Robbie Larocque – thank you to Alan Nason, Terry Giles and Dave Andrews, who represented Rotary today on Remembrance Day at Memorial Park.

Walter Stewart– thank you Bob Koski as all the women at his table, loved the show.

David Andrews – proud to be a Rotarian and represent us with the Wreath on Remembrance Day at memorial Park. Our Mayor and fellow Rotarian, John Henry gave a very empassioned speech.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

David Andrews – Skate a thon this Sunday. 11:30-2pm

Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free.

Robbie Larocque – Rotary leadership Institue is on this Saturday at the Oshawa Golf Club. Parts I, II and III. Some hinted that Robbie needs a pocket on his shirt for his glasses or and suite jacket J

Bob Koski – wanted to make a special thank you to all the gifts and the announced that thanks to Rocky varcoe, the tax receipt would increase to $27.50 this year. Get your names and addresses to Bob for any tickets that you sold to non-Rotarians for their tax receipts. Our net profit: $5,727.50 was the grand total raised!!

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

None tonight

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ted Morrison, The Rotary Foundation

Introduced By: Robbie Larocque 

Thanked By: Everyone

 

Speaker’s Remark: Ted reminded us that there is 6 key areas of focus of the Rotary Foundation. The donation has a tax receipt if given to the Rotary Foundation Canada .

One of our projects is the World Toilet day that is on November 19th. One third of the world has no toilet. About 6000 children die every day from water and sanitarian problems.  As a reminder our goal is to support the foundation with a $100 gift but $20 or any amount is appreciated.  The proceeds stay with the foundation for 3 years then it is distributed back to the district and local clubs at a 5050% application.  The world and local projects take 1000’s of volunteers and that is the real success of Rotary. The Foundation is now 97 years old starting in 1917. Thank you Ted.  

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

 

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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Your Editor: Vice President Mike McLaren

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 4, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Bob Koski                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Myles Fisher  

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None

GUESTS / VISITING ROTARIANS:

Theiropportunity.com. Randy Gill, CEO and Sean Lockhart

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: _____Mike McLaren________________  Card Drawn: ___________2 of Clubs_______                .    

                

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                 Bulletin Editor: Mike McLaren

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Kim Boatman - Thanks to Dave Andrews. Son is coming home from BC for a month.

Sandy McDowell – Thanks to Kim for paying for her happy buck and for Dave’s help.

Bob Koski – Live Act and everyone’s help. Dave and Kim/Sandy’s work and going to the DR in June

Robert Kipling – Giant book sale at the Library this week

Carol Reading – No snow just rain.

Allan Nason – happy he did not bring his purse J

Larry Hurren – celebration of his mother law’s birthday and that she refused to move in with them J

Kris Sachdeva – 2 more Live Act tickets

Ted Morrison - $1400 tax bill penalty was looked after by H & R Block and next year tax return is free

Andy Lyons – happy to be Sargent of Arms

Hilda Finnigan – no complaints from tenants!

David Andrews – big thank you to Kim and Sandy

Al Finnigan – Great wife, she is the best thing that every happen to me 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Andy Lyons – Cakes and ham. Orders should be ready first or second week of December

David Andrews – Nov. 11th Remembrance Day Wreath.  Skate a thon November 16th. Any relatives, friends can skate and they will get the prizes and support our Rotay Club.

Carol Reading – Participation House December 2nd. Same price as last year $40 and kids are free. Call her to register.

Lennis Trotter – reminder of Safety Village meeting coming up Monday Nov 10 at The Safety Village.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

None tonight.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Randy Gill and Sean Lockhart

Introduced By: Hilda Finnigan 

Thanked By: Larry Hurren

Speaker’s Remarks: www.theiroppportunity.com is a pay it forward kids in financial needs support program for Sports. They have been established for 5 years now and their head office is Oshawa. We heard a great presentation of some testimonies and how they administer their program. They have 628 kids sponsored in various sports and their uniqueness is they have a commitment from each sponsored child to pay it forward and they must do a community service. 33% of kids today cannot afford to do sports. Their Opportunity program allows the kids to keep busy and out of possible trouble. They learn the valuable lesson of helping others.

The testimonies took my breath away. Their budget comes from fund raising from individuals, corporations and service clubs like us to support kids locally.  Any money raised stay in the community that is received in. WOW great job Randy and Sean.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

     MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Oct. 28, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Al Finnigan /  Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Shawn Kellam 

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Stewart 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:  None

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Charlene Cheung President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College /UOIT and Carolina Rodriguez executive member of Rotaract Club of Durham College/UOIT

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Charlene drew Ace of Hearts

 

On The Door Next Week:    Dave Andrews                                 Bulletin Editor: Mike Mclaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS:

Ted- Happy $5.00 for wonder full trip to China, more traffic congestion than T.O. and crowds of people, but food was good, people where friendly and tours where great.

Dave- District conference was great and Paul Henderson gave a good one hour motivational talk. Next year’s District Conference is at Harbor Castle.

Kris- happy with conference went to two breakout sessions, on water and Digital camerapresentation.

Alan Nason- Just happy

Shawn Kellam- went to the Safety Village for Halloween Haunt Daughter and neice’s lots of fun, food and commotion. Next year a donation to help re-build would be a good idea.

Robert-Told face book joke, about a funeral casket.

 Marsha- has not been to many meeting lately but has been supporting the club, was at the conference and at a a Rotary dance show in T.O.

 Bob Stewart-unhappy with confusion over the thanking of Dawn Ashford Andy got credit instead.  Andy should pay fine.

 Mike- happy he joined Oshawa Golf Club

 Hilda- happy for Charlene and Carolina’s enthusiasm for Rotary

 Andy- happy with 2 days in Haliburton and great golf game and let Bob know he is the better half of the thank you for the other Bob.

 Al- happy he can golf on other foot with no pain

Robbie- was at go station handing out Polio flyers with Terry and Geoff Lloyd. Also a little hung over on Saturday at conference.

Bob Koski- happy he is retiring from Seargent at Arms for this year.

                             

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Andy- Reminded Rotarians to get cakes and ham orders ready $25.00 each, wants increase in sales.

All orders to be in by November 25th. Ted challenged everyone to beat his 80 and will give a bottle to anyone who beats this number. Charlene Cheung and the Presdient of the Rotaract Club of DC/UOIT said she would take up the challenge and sell 100.

Bob Koski-  Live Act Dinner Theatre is Nov 6. Bob has sold 179 tickets to date, has 7 quality raffle prizes, and is selling the tickets $5.00 single tickets, 3/10 or 7/20.          

Robbie- Dave, Ted, Robbie and Devon are invited to Bill Patchett’s(District 7070 Foundation Committee Chair)  Dinner for Club Presidents and Club Foundations Chairs / Directors on Nov 6 at the Oshawa Golf Club.

Rotary Leadership Institute Parts I, !! and III are on the 15th of November at the Oshawa Golf Club. Be sure to sign up today online at www.rotary7070,org

Charlene and Carolina- announced their October event for PolioPlus @ UOIT and raised $102.00 for PolioPlus and presented a check to Ted Morrison (our Rotary Foundation Director) .Ted indicated that the donation would be matched by Bill Gates to increase the amount to $306.00.

Robbie-mentioned that Fortress Real Capital donated $100.00 to PolioPlus                 

Guest Speakers:

Andy Introduces the Guest Speaker Glenn McKnight and Robert Bell, they did an excellent presentation on the first world war, with Oshawa in the big picture. They also did a section on the involvement with the Barnardo children.

For more information go to the following websites: www.RobertTBell.com , http://tinyurl.com/lzetr4h , http://tinyutl.com/mywghxa , http://tinyurl.com/mbgghyf , www.ogs.on.ca , http://tinyurl.com/ob8o7tr , http://tinyurl.com/llycufu , http://tinyurl.com/odx6r2q

Kris thanked the speakers for their interesting presentation.

eeting ended at 8.20 PM.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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Editor: Past President Allan Finnigan

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Oct. 21, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Allan Finnigan/ Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace: Alan Nason

National Anthem: O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen :  Larry Hurren  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:  Jill and Myles Fisher’s 25th. Anniversary

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guests: Heather Gomez and  Roger Anderson, Chairman of Durham Region,

Visiting Rotarians: Wayne Routly, Assistant Governor of Rotary District 7070 (southern Ontario); Geoff Lloyd, Vice President of the Oshawa Rotary Club, Gerry Waterhouse , Whitby-Sunrise Rotary Club; Terry Caputo, Vice President of the Whitby-Sunrise Rotary Club; Emmy Iheme, President of the Oshawa Rotary Club; Brian Thompson, Rotary International District 7070 Governor (also of the Whitby-Sunrise Rotary Club); Robbie larocque, President of the host Oshawa-Parkwood Rotary Club; Leon Presner, President of the Pickering Rotary Club; Gord Wallace, President of the Bowmanville Rotary Club; and Michael Parker, Assistant Governor of Rotary District 7070.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Hilda drew 5 of clubs              .    

                

On The Door Next Week:    Dave Andrews                                 Bulletin Editor: Allan Finnigan

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS :

Kris -  Happy celebrating Dilawi,  the "festival of lights", is an ancient Hindu festival celebrated in autumn every year. The festival spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and hope over despair

Robbie -  thanked Dave for his hard work at putting together World Polio Day in Oshawa and The Durham Region

Al Finnigan - also happy his left foot is better

Hilda  - also thanked Dave for his efforts and the success of the Safety Village opening.

Special Happy Bucks: -  All visiting Rotarians and Rotarians who did not give Happy Bucks last week should be happy.

Alan Naso - is happy he is here

Dave  - is happy for World Polio Day

Andy -  is happy for 2 days with friends up north

Michael Parker -  is happy for the joint farmer’s concert ($65.00) with Port Hope Rotary Club, it will be this Sunday at the United church.

District Governor Brian Thompson - is happy for Dave’s Polio announcement.

Emmy Iheme  - is happy and also congratulated Dave for his work on World Polio Day. And happy his boss, Roger Anderson, is here.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Andy- Reminded Rotarians to get cakes and ham orders ready $25.00 each.

Mike-will assign list of companies to each Rotarian to approach to get new members

Bob K- There will be a committee meeting for Class Act after to nights meeting

Speakers:

Dave introduce Roger Anderson our Durham Regional Chair.

Roger presented Rotary with a Polio Day Proclamation and was thanked by Brian Thompson our District Governor.

 

Mike introduced our guest speakers John Evelyn and Leah Parial of FMP Mortgage Investments (representing  Fortress Real Capital – one of our major sponsors at the annual Reverse Darw, Dinner & Silent Auction)  presenting a program in investing directly in Canadian Real Estate.

Al Finnigan thanked the speakers for a well prepared package.

Meeting finished 8.15 PM.

 

OBJECT OF ROTARY:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting..

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Oct. 14, 2014

 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Larry Hurren                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Alan Nason

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:  Jen McAuley, Cheryl Carter, Ken Dyck, Robbie and Terri Lyn LaRoque  

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Our Guest Speaker  Dawn Ashford

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Ted Morrison drew the King of Diamonds               .    

                

On The Door Next Week:    Dave Andrews                                 Bulletin Editor: Allan Finngan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Ted Morrison – trip to China starts  tomorrow, has heard that folks lose weight in China; 

Dave Andrews very happy that we are having Skatathon with the Durham Dragons – Rotoracters will be helping us again this year;

Bob Stewart shared memories of an Argonaut game, riding in a 1982 firebird, sitting with the players wives and girlfriends and lost car keys!!??;

Alan Nason enjoyed his trip to the Agawa Canyon with other “gray/white” heads;

Carol Reading wished Ted a good trip and will be watching his “physic” when he returns;

Andy Lyons enjoyed Thanksgiving with his nieces and nephews – he will also be watching for the change in Ted;

Hilda told Ted there will not be much rice served in China – also asked for understanding as she is living with TWO Finnigans this week!!;

Kris Sachdeva wished Ted a great trip;

Bob Koski enjoyed BBQ steak for Thanksgiving;

Pres. Robbie enjoyed turkey at home and the company of his university student daughter

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  Lennis – Safety Village Open House Thursday Oct. 16 – 3-7PM;

Andy will have pricing for cakes and hams next week – get your order ready – looking for +++ over last year!!!;

Bob Koski – 166 Live Act tickets distributed – need 14 more to meet our goal – also need more prizes;

Dave Andrews – World Polio Day Proclamation being presented at the Oshawa Club meeting on Monday October 20th;

Roger Anderson attending our meeting on Tuesday October 21st – area presidents have been invited to attend; 

Pres. Robbie – members asked to help distribute flyers at the GO station on World Polio Day, October 24th from 7 – 8 AM; District Conference October 24/25/26

 

ROTARY MOMENT   none this week

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Ted Morrison introduced Dawn Ashford, Coordinator of Volunteer Services, Durham Childrens’ Aid Society

     Dawn spoke about the importance of volunteers with the Durham Childrens’ Aid Society and the number of children and families who need support in Durham Region.  As always these statistics are somewhat overwhelming; approximately 600 children in care and 900 families in the community needing support.  Dawn thanked Oshawa Parkwood for our donation in 2012 and told us how this money was used.  A Group Mentorship Program was initiated with these $$.  This is a part of the volunteer program for children ages 6 – 13.  It allows children and families to interact with others who share the same needs.  This program has now become a part of the operating budget for the society and has been sustained with the help of volunteers dedicated to this service.

Andy Lyons thanked Dawn for sharing this information with us and for her ongoing efforts on behalf of children and families in Durham Region.

Meeting Adjourned by President Robbie

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING: October 7, 2014 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Walt Stewart                                   

O Canada: Hilda Finnigan 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliot 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

October 14 – Happy Birthday to Shawn Kellam

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Bev Barry - Treasurer Durham Region  Crimestoppers

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Carol Reading                                                  Card Drawn: King of Spades              .    

               

On The Door Next Week:   Dave Andrews                      Bulletin Editor: Al Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

Ted- Happy had 2 Grandchildren sleep over and they had different agenda.

Myles- Happy just being here.

Carol- Happy to have had her final cribbage games with brother and he won.

Al-  Happy that Mekiala (Hilda’s Grand Daughter,19 years old) removed hardware from her face.

Kim- Sandra and herself went to (RLI in Bellville session 1) and not only found it informative but enjoyed sessions

Kris-Grateful for the time he had on the weekend with Grand Kids and Parents

Lennis-Had great weekend at the Cleveland’s House -  18 couples attended

Dave- Happy skate-a-thon is on this year and we should make money

Robert-informed us of Biddle’s plight with taxi at 3 am in the morrning and had a pleasant dinner at the Mandarin with Islamic friends celebrating their Holiday - Eid.

Andy-Happy with cruise had a great time, and what a piss off to come home to this weather.

Hilda happy she met Eman Attlalla at the Oshawa Centre on the weekend, received her dues and she is trying to changed her job to this area so she can attend meetings.

Bob Koski-Best Key Lime pie his wife has made for his daughter’s birthday.

Robbie- trying to give his youngest an attitude adjustment on spelling, time will tell.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

Dave announced that the skate-a-thon is a go, 75 pledge sheets have been printed for dragons and have been committed for and another 25 for the public. Dave has volunteers organized and needs some more spots filled; the money will be collected the same day November 16th. 2014

Kris announced a committee meeting for World Community Service after tonight’s meeting.

Bob Koski has 162 tickets sold for Class Act on November 7th.2014 featuring “Queen of Whitby”, Cost is $65.00 excellent dinner included and a tax receipt of $25.00 is available. We need to sell 20 more tickets to sell out and get our max. Return. Press releases have gone out. We also need more raffle items.

Ted announced that November 1, 2014 is Rotary day at the United Nations cost is $35.00 it is held in NYC and you will get a chance to go sit at the UN session. He and Sharron went and had a wonder full experience.

Al Finnigan announced that he played in a Golf Tournament at the Royal Ashburn Golf Club with his other foot damaged had to tape toes together to play but managed to win a free golf game which he is donating to the Class Act for a raffle prize.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

None

 

GUEST SPEAKER:

Name of Speaker: Bev Berry , Treasurer, Durham Region Crime Stoppers  

Introduced By: Terry DeYoung

Thanked By: Andy Lyons

Speaker’s Remarks: Crime Stoppers started in 1986 in Albuquerque New Mexico; it is a registered charity organization. There are no paid employees and the board consists of 12 members. This year’s goal is to  A) Increase visibility

                                                                                                           B) Increase Social Media

                                                                                                           C) Increase Youth Initiatives

You can receive up to $2,000.00 cash reward for help solving a crime, leading to an arrest, seizure of drugs or recovery of stolen property and you will stay anonymous.

Phone 1-800-222-tips

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Bob Koski                                   

O Canada:                      Peter Dueck

Toastt To The Queen :     Bob Elliott                                                                                         

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

October 3 – Happy Birthday to Katie Osborne

October 4 – Happy Birthday to Past President Hilda Finnigan and Laura Carey

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  WELCOME

 

Visiting Rotarians: None Tonight

 

Guests From The Rotaract Club of Durham College and University of Ontario Institute of Technology – President Cherlene Cheung and her Executive: Nandi Sharma, Carolina Rodriguez, and Shane Dyer

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Past President Dave Andrews     Card Drawn: 10 of Hearts 

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NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Al Finnigan

 

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or be Bulletin Editor, please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

 

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison – Happy to have had a very successful Rotary Leadership Institute in Belleville on Saturday, Sept 27. From our Club, Rotarians Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell attended Part I and are ready for Part II. It is so nice to see Rotarians getting excited about Rotary, especially the world of Rotary outside of their own Rotary Club and to see how Rotary works world-wide.

 

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan – Announced that THE RACE is on. She got on the phone and sold 20 tickets to our Live Act Dinner Theatre for Nov 7. Okay President Robbie, it’s your move.

 

  1. Past President Kris Sachdeva – Happy for many events this week: Gandhi was born on October 2; Kris’ son was born on October 3, and this week the Indian space ship landed on Mars

 

  1. Rotaract President Cherlene Cheung – A big thank you to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for inviting the Executive team of the Rotaract Club here to speak. And she is very happy that her L-SAT exams are over.

 

  1. Past President Alan Nason – Happy that he and Margaret will be off to the Agawa Canyon this week.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque – Glad that the Fish Fry in Bowmanville went off okay and that Past Presidents Al and Hilda Finnigan went to say hello and support the event. He is also happy the at beadonor.ca website is now fixed and encouraged everyone who has signed up to go into the website and make sure that their donor information is correct. Your gift of life is so important.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

 

  1. Incoming President Mike McLaren, for the second week in a row, took a page out of the successful membership campaign of the Rotary Club of and  targeted 3 more names of businesses from the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce directory and asked fellow club members to volunteer and see if they are interested in speaking to our Rotary Club about their business and perhaps in joining Rotary. 

 

  1. Past President Lennis Trotter announced that there would be a meeting of the Kids Safety Village Committee on Monday, October 8 at 7 pm at The Kids Safety Village. And he announced that there will be a huge Open House on Thursday, October 16 from 3 pm to 7 pm at the The Kids Safety Village and encouraged all members and spouses to attend the Open House. We just may meet and greet some prospective sponsors for the Safety Village – Next 20 years Campaign.

 

  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he has the tickets for our big Rotary Fundraiser on November 7  - the Live Act Dinner Theatre showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated.

 

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan reminded everyone that our help is requested from 10 am to about 2 pm at the new Team Canada Black Belt Institute at 2795 Ritson Rd N (the old Knights of Columbus Hall) on Saturday Oct 4 for their grand re-opening in support of former Rotary Club member Frank Fanciulli who has been a hug contributor to our annual reverse Draw, Dinner and Silent Auction Gala for many years. Past Presidents Terry DeYoung and Al Finnigan will be there and could use our help.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . November 15 , 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:

 http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past, present and future).

 

 

  1. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the months of September AND Ocotber to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page. https://www.facebook.com/LauraCareyInsurance

 

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque received a nice thank you note from District Governor Brian Thompson for our contributions and attendance and the very successful Rotary Foundation Walk, on Sept 21.

 

  1. President Robbie asked all club members if anyone was interested in hosting a Rotarian and spouse for “Home Hospitality” dinner in their home on October 15, 2014. These Rotarians (Past, present and future District Governors and officers of Rotary International) may be from across Canada and northeastern United States who will be attending the Zone Institute in Toronto on Oct 16  - 20.

 

  1. President Robbie reminded us about the visit to the Rotary Club of Toronto of incoming Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran. Go to the Rotary Club of Toronto website www.rotarytoronto.com and you can sign up and purchase your tickets.

 

  1. President Robbie asked for a few more volunteers to go to the GO Train in Oshawa and hand out End Polio Now brochures on World Polio Day, Oct 24.

 

  1. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   None tonight

 

 

GUEST SPEAKERS  :

 

Name of Speakers:

President Cherlene Cheung of the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT and her Executive: Nandi Sharma, Carolina Rodriguez, and Shane Dyer

 

Introducer: Bob Stewart (who also reminded us of a golf story)

 

Thanked By: Director Shawn Kellam

 

 

Their Remarks:

 

What a sincere opening as each of the four speakers recited one line from the Rotary Four way test, and they noted that the Rotaract executive uphold these values every day of their lives.

The Rotaract Club of DC and UOIT has 100 members and another 377 followers on their Facebook Page. They have new sweaters this year that will attract lots of “Rotaract” attention.

They have their own website, https://sites.google.com/site/rotaractdcuoit/  Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/rotaract.dc.uoit  and they are on Instagram, and Twitter.

 

Cherlene Cheung is studying Law; Nandi Sharma is studying medicine; Carolina Rodriguez ( a Rotary Exchange student and RYLA grad) is studying kinesiology;  and Shane Dyer (invited to join Rotaract by Haley Macnamara) is studying marketing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Rotaractors were very busy in the summer months: Carolina and Cherlene both attended RYLA in Belleville; many Rotaractors went to Interota in Toronto and Montreal, Haley and Christine attended the Rotary International Convention and Carolina returned from a year in France as a Rotary Exchange Student.

The Rotaract Club recently attend a “get Involved” Fair at the UOIT and signed up 100 members.

 

In the coming months they will be observing World polio Day, and on Oct 20, they will be having a  “Purple Pinkie”  Drive and will raffle off a Rotaract Sweatshirt. On Oct 22, they will be having a blood drive info booth for the school’s Nov 13 Blood Drive. The Rotary / Rotaract Scholars reception will be held on March 12, 2015. Our job will be to buy tickets to support the UOIT students who simply can’t afford to get through university. And continuing Charlene’s work with SIPAR, and the education program in Cambodia , from last year, the Rotaract Club will be collecting books, crayons, pencils etc and ship them over to the Rotary Club in Cambodia where she went to teach the children English.

 

They are also planning a Pay It Forward investment by giving out handprints o people who do good deeds at the schools. In January, they will be doing an awareness program on mental health.

The District 7070 Rotaract Clubs get together via Skype and will be at UOIT on Oct 17.

They will also be supporting the Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise “Slice of Life” program in the spring with AIDS awareness.

 

Editor’s Note: What an amazing group of young adults who exemplify the very best in Rotary values, each and every day.

 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Hilda Finnigan                                  

O Canada:                      Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :   Past President Alan Nason                                                                                           

 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

 

September 27 – Happy Birthday to Sharon Meader

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  WELCOME

 

Visiting Rotarians:

Assistant Governor and District 7070 Conference Chair Mark Chipman – Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Mark Chipman     Card Drawn: 7 of Clubs 

              .    

                

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or be Bulletin Editor, please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

 

  1. Marsha Chambers – Happy and a big Thank You to have slept on Past Presdients Al and Hilda Finnignan’s couch last Tuesday evening.
  2. Thanks to all of the Rotary Club members who have committed to helping with this year’s 35th Annual Rotary Skate-a-thon.
  3. Incoming President Mike McLaren – Happy that the markets are doing so well but also happy to have his clients out of the markets and into safe investments. Check them out with Mike.
  4. Past President Larry Hurren – Happy that his Mom will be going into Traditions very soon.
  5. Past President Devon Biddle – Happy to be here tonight.
  6. Past President Alan Nason – Happy for his trip into northern Ontario and Quebec.
  7. Past President Al Finnigan  - Happy that Hilda left lots of good food when she went to Montreal last weekend.
  8. President Robbie Larocque – Happy for the Maid of The Mist raincoats that worked very well at the Rotary Foundation Walk last Sunday. 49 clubs, 390 people and over $110,475 raised so far.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

 

  1. Past President Dave Andrews updated the members on the smaller version of the 2014 Rotary Skate-a-thon with the Durham Dragons on Sunday , November 16 at the General Motors Centre , if all parties agree ,and asked for everyone’s help .

 

  1. Incoming President Mike Mclaren took a page out of the successful membership campaign of the Rotary Club of Bowmanville (which was presented to all 54 Rotary Clubs at the recent Presidents Club meeting) and which has proven to be successful over the last 14 months. Mike targeted 4 names of businesses from the Oshawa Chamber of Commece directory and asked fellow club members to volunteer and see if they are interested in speaking to our Rotary Club about their business and perhaps in joining Rotary. 

 

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced that Carol reading’s brother had passed away and some members were invited to the Waltzing Weasel for a get together for Carol’s Birthday and our Club sent flowers to Carol.

 

  1. Past President Pat Dyck and her husband Ken are in our prayers.

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque said he and the family had a wonderful time on September 21 at the Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Over 300 people and over $110,000 raised for the Rotary Foundation .

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville (which was attended by Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell in Part I) , November 15, 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:

 http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past, present and future).

 

  1. Past President Bob Kosk announced that he has the tickets for our big Rotary Fundraiser on November 7  - the Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated.

 

  1. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September AND Ocotber to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page. https://www.facebook.com/LauraCareyInsurance

 

  1. President Robbie reminded us about the visit to the Rotary Club of Toronto of incoming Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran. Go to the Rotary Club of Toronto website www.rotarytoronto.com and you can sign up and purchase your tickets.

 

  1. President Robbie asked for volunteer to go to the GO Train in Oshawa and hand out End Polio Now brochures on World Polio Day, Oct 24.

 

  1. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.

 

 

 

 

  1. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   None tonight

 

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speaker:

Assistant Governor and Conference Chair Mark Chipman – Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunriise

 

Introducer: District Governor Ted Morrison

 

Thanked By: President Robbie Larocque

 

Mark’s Remarks:

With 5 of our Club members going to the District Conference Oct 24 – 26, 2014 at the Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto, Mark Chipman was very pleased but was here tonight to see if more Rotarians would be coming. The District 7070 website is filled with all of the information.

The big feature this year is that the Conference is in Toronto and that Rotarians and spouses may wish to attend all or part of the conference with the a al carte menus of pricing options.

The keynote speakers including Team Canada’s Paul Henderson and superb breakout sessions capped with a dineer and Monte Carlo evening are just a few of the highlights.

Be sure to go to the website http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. If you need help registering and don’t want to use the computer, you may call District 7070 Registrar Les Shernofsky at 416-662-5000 or email him at d070events@gmail.com and he will register you.

 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

 

 

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2014-2015 ROTARY THEME: “LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Hilda Finnigan

 O Canada:                      Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :      Past President Larry Hurren 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

September 20 – Happy Anniversary to Past Presidents Al and Hilda Finnigan

September 20 – Happy Anniversary to Dave and Donna Ruzsa

September 22 – Happy Birthday to Carol Reading

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  WELCOME ONE AND ALL !!!

Guests:

Sharron Morrison, wife of Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Karen Thompson, wife of District Governor Brian Thompson

 

Visiting Rotarians:

District 7070 Governor Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise

Past District Governor Valarie Wafer – Rotary Club of Whitby

Assistant Governor Wayne Routly – Rotary club of Bowmanville

Richard Gauder – Rotary Club of Port Perry

Isaac Arulappan – Rotary E-Club One of District 5450 (Colorado)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Marsha Chambers     Card Drawn: Jack of Spades 

 

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or be Bulletin Editor, please find a replacement)

HAPPY TWOONIES

  1. Richard Gauder – Thanked our Rotary Club for helping the Port Perry Rotary Club with their orphanage project in India and happy to have Isaac here tonight from India who is on the receiving end of the project. Isaac is a Rotarian with the Rotary E-Club Number One located in Colorado .
  2. Past President Kris Sachdeva  - Happy to be here tonight.
  3. Assistant Governor Wayne Routly happy to hear that Past President Al Finnigan has been behaving himself.
  4. Past President Hilda Finnigan – happy to see so many guests and visiting Rotarians from all over the District and the world.
  5. Vice President Mike McLaren – happy to have had a great down east vacation complete with a caliph in PEI, a jigs dinner in Newfoundland and a great golfing story.
  6. Marsha Chambers – happy to have moved again, This time in the east end of Toronto and closer to her home Rotary Club.
  7. Past President Larry Hurren – happy for his nephew the musician Jeff Gunn who has been at our Rotary Club entertaining over the years. Jeff wrote 2 songs for the movie “The Good Lie” which had its debut, at the Toronto International Film Festival. See www.thegoodliemovie.com
  8. Past President Dave Andrews very happy to see our District Governor Brian Thompson who used to make up attendance some 30 years ago at our Rotary Club, Brian is a long time friend of our Rotary Club. Well done Brian. And Dave thanks Kris Sachdeva for his friendship and guidance this week.
  9. Past District Governor Ted Morrison happy o see District Governor Brian Thompson and to see Sharron who came in specially from her lawn bowling tournament in Bobcaygeon to be here tonight, and a special hello and welcome to our Past District Governor Valarie Wafer for coming back tonight to our Rotary Club for a visit.
  10. Past President Devon Biddle remarked that in 1987-88 Devon was President of our Club, and Brian was President of the Whitby Sunrise Club and Bob Scott was our District Governor. Bob Scott went on to be Chair of the Rotary Foundation for the entire world, and Brian has gone on to be District Governor and Devon is still in our Rotary Club.
  11. Past President Al Finnigan was puzzled  to see the peanut butter and bread out on the counter , and  the suit cases out. Then Hilda announced that she was going away to a Red Hat convention this weekend – the same time as their wedding anniversary.
  12. President Robbie Larocque told us about Elliott and his school mis-adventures.

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Isaac Arulappan thanked our Rotary Club for assisting the Port Perry Rotary Club with the orphanage project in India – stairs for the school, washrooms too. (He runs the orphanage in southern India we helped with www.dksha.org).
  2. Past President Terry deYoung announced that former member Frank Fanciulli needs our help on Saturday, October 4 from 19 am to 2 pm with his son’s Karate Club at the Knights of Columbus park on Ritson Road North. Frank gets us tires fro our Silent Auction and has helped us raise a lot of dollars . If you can volunteer your time on sat Oct 4, please tell Frank. His email is frank.fanciulli@gm.com .
  3. President Robbie announced in Bob Koski’s absence that Bob has the tickets for our big Fundraiser on November 7  - the Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated.
  4. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page. https://www.facebook.com/LauraCareyInsurance
  5. Past President Larry Hurren talked with Jack Dyck (Ken’s brother) and updated us on Ken’s medical condition in Bowmanville hospital and told everyone to say a prayer for ken and to wish Pat well. We miss her and Ken very much.
  6. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.
  7. Past President Devon Biddle announced that the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT Fundraising Event to aid UOIT student tuition will be held in mid March 2015 and not on November 13. It will be at the Alger Building, 61 Charles Street in Oshawa. Rather than a sit-down dinner, this evening will be a cocktails and hors d’oeuvres event with the cost at $100 per ticket. And a portion of that money will be tax deductible. Last year, our Rotary Club members (and friends) had 2 full tables at the event. Please see Devon for tickets. https://www.facebook.com/events/734122323289528/
  1. President Robbie Larocque reminded everyone about the September 21 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Please get your sheets back to treasurer Devon Biddle with your funds so that he can send in one big cheque from our club. And Devon will ensure that you will receive a tax receipt as well. Be sure to let President Robbie know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, how many members will be going on the walk. It is open to you, your spouse, children, grandchildren and your friends and neighbours. https://www.facebook.com/events/1559869124241368/
  2. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville, November 15, 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:  http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past , present and future).
  3. President Robbie Larocque reminded everyone about the Rotary Club of Courtice’s all you can eat Fish and Chip FUNdraiser on September 28 at Fisherman’s Fish and Chips. There are 3 sittings. Cost is $20 per person. Please see President Robbie for details. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to go to this event to help support the Rotary Club of Courtice. Here is a link: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/1131/Stories/all-you-can-eat-fish-and-chip-fundraiser
  4. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.
  5. President Robbie also reminded us about the Apple Harvest Festival put on by the Rotary Club of Colborne this Saturday.
  6. President Robbie reminded us about the visit to the Rotary Club of Toronto of incoming Rotary International President Ravi Ravindran. Go to the Rotary Club of Toronto website www.rotarytoronto.com and you can sign up and purchase your tickets.
  7. President Robbie asked for volunteer to go to the GO Train in Oshawa and hand out End Polio Now brochures on World Polio Day , Oct 24.

ROTARY MOMENT   None tonight

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:

District Governor Brian Thompson – Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunriise

Introducer: Assistant Governor Wayne Routly

Thanked By: President Robbie Larocque

 

District Governor Brian’s Remarks:

District Governor Brain shared with us one of his many Rotary Moments, when he attended his first Rotary International Convention, in Toronto  with PDG Ken and Dorothy Hobbs of Whitby, back in the very early 1980’s. He was introduced to a gentleman named Clem who had help inoculate children in the Philippines to help prevent polio. District Governor Brian was impressed with the calibre and character of this Rotarian and knew that he joined the right organization. The next day, he discovered that “Clem” was Past President of Rotary International Sir Clem Renouf who stood up at Maple Leaf Gardens in front of 20,000 Rotarians and announced that the Philippines was Polio Free.

District Governor Brian went on to talk about the new Rotary Brand. After surveying 20,000 people (Rotarians and non-Rotarians) worldwide, it became very clear that people know what Rotary is but not what Rotary does. It was time for a change. Be sure to log in to the www.rotary.org website and read about the Rotary Brand. https://brandcenter.rotary.org/en-GB The survey firm found that Rotary was in a category of One. We do great things in the world, using our leadership skills and talents as professionals, but what sets us apart is that we connect club to club to meet our many challenges and the perseverance of Rotarians is unique and sets us apart from any other organization.

Through a District 7070 Quiz, District Governor Brian led us through our challenges with membership, donations to The Rotary Foundation by everyone in the club, every year, and he reminded us of our challenge from Rotary International President Gary Huang to Light Up Rotary, and have a Rotary Day in Oshawa to tell everyone who we are and what we do. Most of all District Governor Brian encouraged us all to have fun in what we are doing.

And he ended be telling everyone about our very clear mission that eradicating Polio from the face of the earth remains our number one priority, and our promise to the children of the world..

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude and passion we all have, as Rotarians.

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgts-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                             Past President Hilda Finnigan                                   

O Canada:                      Sandy McDowell   

Toast To The Queen :   Past President Alan Nason  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

September 9 – Happy Anniversary to Past President Devon and Linda Biddle

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Cherlene Cheung – our guest speaker and President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT

Visiting Rotarian: Rene Soetens – Rotary Club of Ajax

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Past President Dave Andrews     Card Drawn: 3 of Diamonds

NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

  1. Past President Walter Stewart -  a Happy $20 – he and Sue are off to Edmonton to visit Walt’s sister and on Saturday, Walt and Sue are getting married ( a big applause from everyone)
  2. Past President Devon Biddle – very happy to be married to Linda for 47 years, but tonight, but tonight he sat with Cherlene Cheung, our guest speaker and Rotaract President.
  3. Robert Kipling – Robert received a parking ticket while in Regina this summer. He paid it. For parking in a bus lane. Very poorly marked as such, and the street was under construction. No buses were getting down the street anyway. He sent letters to the editor of the paper, and to the mayor and to the tourist board. No response until yesterday and the Editor of the Regina Leader Post put the letter in the paper, and now people are reacting to the letter , all positively in Robert’s favour, Robert is very happy to get the letter in print. Well done Robert.  Here is a link    http://www.leaderpost.com/news/welcomed/10183940/story.html
  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrison is very happy that Walter and Sue are getting married. His neighbours in Wilmot. And Sharron used to baby sit Sue.
  5. Eamonn Doyle  -Happy and congratulations to Walt and Sue and he is also happy to have had a few warm weeks of summer in Fort Lauderdale, however , they were also wet.
  6. Carol Reading – Very happy for Walter and Sue and Carol remembers Sue as a student.
  7. Past President Hilda Finnigan – Very Happy that General Motors of Canada is renewing their 20 year lease on their building at the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region. And congratulations to Walter and Sue.
  8. Past President Alan Finnigan – Happy to be going on a bus tour of Northern Ontario and the Agawa Canyon. And Alan is happy that his brother is doing better from his triple bypass earlier this year.
  9. Past President Bob Koski – Congratulations to Walter and Sue.
  10. Past President Dave Andrews – Congratulations and the very best of wishes to Walter and Sue.
  11. President Robbie Larocque – Happy to pay a dollar for trying to get the meeting agenda out of sequence tonight, and Happy to have helped the Rotarian Bill Stirling and the Rotary Club of Oshawa sell beer tickets on Saturday. They sold almost $5,000 worth in a few hours.
  12. Past President Al Finnigan – Congratulations to Walter and Sue and from all of the guys at the downtown morning coffee hour who send their very best too.\

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

  1. President Robbie Larocque handed out binders of Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood bulletins from past member Bill Longworth, who was the bulletin editor at the time. Many good memories from the bulletins. A special thank you to Bill.
  1. Past President Bob Koski announced that he has the tickets for the November 7 Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (any value will be most appreciated – such as dinner for two at your local restaurants) , please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help with selling tickets to your friends and neighbours is most appreciated. Laura Carey has already purchased tickets for her staff and has already donated an item to the Raffle.
  1. Past President Al Finnigan reminded everyone to go into Facebook and “LIKE” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. Laura will donate $2 for every “LIKE” from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a kind gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook, and  GO DIRECTLY TO  “LAURA CAREY – STATE FARM INSURANCE”. and LIKE her page.
  1. Past President Lennis Trotter announced a meeting of the Kids Safety Village Committee at the Village on Monday evening. He also announced that General Motors of Canada has renewed their building on the sit of the Village for another 20 years.
  1. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that there are a number of members that have not yet paid their Rotary Club Dues. And the dues are due. Please arrange to pay Devon as soon as you can.
  1. Past President Devon Biddle announced that the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT Fundraising Event to aid UOIT student tuition will be held on November 13 at the Alger Building, 61 Charles Street in Oshawa. Rather than a sit-down dinner, this evening will be a cocktails and hors d’oeuvres event with the cost at $100 per ticket. And a portion of that money will be tax deductible. Last year, our Rotary Club members (and friends) had 2 full tables at the event. Please see Devon for tickets.
  1. President Robbie Larocque announced that the Rotary Club of Stirling is having a Bar-b-que on September 13. If interested in some great Rotary fellowship, please see Robbie for details.
  1. President Robbie Larocque reminded everyone about the September 21 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Please get your sheets back to treasurer Devon Biddle with your funds so that he can send in one big cheque from our club. And Devon will ensure that you will receive a tax receipt as well. Be sure to let President Robbie know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, how many members will be going on the walk. It is open to you, your spouse, children, grandchildren and your friends and neighbours.
  1. President Robbie Larocque announced that the Rotary Club of Toronto Forest-Hill is having a Martini Night on September 25 at The National Club at a cost of $30 per person. Please see President Robbie for details.
  1. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville, November 15, 2014 in Oshawa at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:  http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past , present and future).
  1. President Robbie Larocque announced that the Rotary Club of Courtice is having an all you can eat Fish and Chip FUNdraiser on September 28 at Fisherman’s Fish and Chips. There are 3 sittings. Cost is $20 per person. Please see President Robbie for details. Past District Governor Ted Morrison encouraged everyone to go to this event to help support the Rotary Club of Courtice. Here is a link: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/1131/Stories/all-you-can-eat-fish-and-chip-fundraiser
  1. President Robbie Larocque also reminded everyone that the annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And we will hear more on Sept 23 when someone from The Conference Committee will be coming to our club and will talk about the District Conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   WHAT IS RYLA?

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range. In our District 7070, the age range is 19-30.

RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to

  • Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth
  • Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders
  • Encourage leadership of youth …….  by youth
  • Recognize publicly young people who are performing service projects in their communities

RYLAs often take the form of a seminar, camp, or workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level.

In our case, it is a  District program , that runs 5 days, under the leadership of PDG Mike Cooksey,

Participants are nominated and in our case , sponsored by local Rotary clubs.

For these young adults, this recognition offers the opportunity to build self-confidence, gain exposure to a variety of issues and people, meet active community leaders, and learn valuable information and career skills.

RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond.

Rotarians serve as resources for participants on the path to becoming professional and community leaders.

In turn, RYLA can bring new energy to a Rotary district, inspire ideas for service, increase support of community service projects, and develop future Rotarians.

Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia, RYLA was created as a festival,  highlighting local youth organized in honor of a royal visit by Princess Victoria.

Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders define themselves and expand their skills.

 And for this reason, RYLA is a service program under Rotary’s 5th and newest avenue of service - NEW GENERATIONS, now called Youth Service.

Officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971, this exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.

Our District played hosted  RLYANS, sponsored by District 7070 Rotary Clubs for one week  in May of each year  at Loyalist College in Belleville.

The week was facilitated by Rotarians Rick including Past District Governor Valarie Wafer and  Christine Phelan of Toronto Sunrise Rotary Club.

The District 7070 RYLA program, introduces young participants and their families to the Rotary ideals of service each year.

Throughout the week, the youths engage in discussions on individual and group issues, and participate in simulated games where they learn by doing.

Every year, they spend a day volunteering in the local Community with a service project.

In addition to fellowship activities, the youths enjoy a combination of structured recreational activities and lectures delivered by industry professionals.
All the while, they have fun, build friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

And tonight, we get to hear all about RYLA 2014, from Cherlene Cheung, our 2014 RYLA award winner.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:

Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT President Cherlene Cheung on her week at RYLA and her subsequent mission  in Cambodia.

 

Introducer: Past President Devon Biddle

Cherlene Cheung is this year’s President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT and she is in her third year at UOIT studying human rights law. And she was chosen as our Awardee to the May 2014 Rotary Youth Leadership Award week at Loyalist College in Belleville.

 

Thanked By: Carol Reading

 

Cherlene’s Remarks:

Through a fantastic PowerPoint presentation Cherlene took us on her journey to RYLA and beyond. For the first three hours of her journey to Belleville for the week at the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, Cherlene was nervous, terrified, and scared. That did not last long. She was very impressed by many of the exercises, such as  trust and  teamwork, (both of which are so important to leadership skills), and she enjoyed the classroom time, the fellowship and the friendships that will last a lifetime. As a matter of fact, one person, Carolina, that she had never met before, was at RYLA and will be going into her first year at UOIT is now on the executive of the Rotaract Club with Cherlene.

Cherlene noted that the week at RYLA showed her that we must have fun in what we do and she really believes in the Rotary Four Way Test.

She took part in the DISC profiling which allowed her to learn more about herself as well as other people. The week really helped her prepare for her year as a Leader and President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College and UOIT.

She learned to push boundaries and learned to trust others.

One whole day she took part in the community service project which is a garden in the Quinte West Greenhouse, where she learned how to plant tomatoes and potatoes. The garden produces food for needy families in Belleville and for the Salvation Army too.

Another exercise taught the young leaders how to understand and how to improvise and how to incorporate everyone’s ideas . The 6th day was a Bar-b-que and presentations to Rotarians and the graduation ceremony.

Cherlene thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood fro the tremendous opportunity to by a recipient of RYLA. She honed her leadership skills, public speaking skills, team building and formed new friendships and contacts.

She cam away motivated and inspired. That was in May 2014.

She was so inspired that she really wanted to do a community service project right then and there, somewhere in the world. She went to the Rotary website, searched community service projects and contacted a Rotary Club in Cambodia. And off she went, on her own to teach English to children in the rural villages outside Phnom Penh under some tough conditions. A very satisfying experience.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key.

It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next.

It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

Meeting the minimum attendance requirement is the responsibility of every Rotarian.

There are many benefits of attending Rotary Club meetings:

  • Fosters fellowship among club members
  • Provides opportunities to meet new people and reconnect with long-time friends
  • Keeps you current on club, district, and Rotary International news and events

There are many ways that a Rotarian can still receive attendance credit if he or she cannot attend home club meeting.

  • Attend a meeting of another club.
  • Attend a meeting of a Rotaract or Interact club, Rotary Community Corps, or Rotary Fellowship.
  • Attend certain District or RI meetings.
  • Participate in club-sponsored events or service project.
  • Attend a club Board or Service Committee meeting.
  • Participate in a E-club meeting for at least 30 minutes. The recent Council Of Legislation (COL) suggested 2 e-clubs per District.
  • Meetings of Other Clubs

You can make up at Rotary clubs all around the world, which allows you to:

  • Meet a new group of Rotarians
  • Observe how another club operates
  • Share information about your club
  • Make international contacts for club projects

A member can also make-up meetings at one of the following district or RI meeting:

  • District conference
  • District assembly
  • District committee meeting (at request of the District Governor)
  • RI Committee meeting
  • RI Convention

A member can also make-up meetings at Club-sponsored Events

  • Participating in a club-sponsored event is a great way to support the service work of your club and make-up a meeting.
  • Club service project
  • Club-sponsored community event
  • Other meetings or events as authorized by the club board

Excused Absences

Absences will be excused if your request is approved by the club Board of Directors

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Allan Finnigan / Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                         Past President Alan Nason                                   

O Canada:                   Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :   Past President Bob Koski  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

September 1 – Happy Birthday to Anne Ross

September 2 – Happy Birthday to our good friend Bruce Mackey

September 7 – Happy Birthday to Donna Pyott – on the high seas with Past President Andy Lyons

September 9 – Happy Anniversary to Past President Devon and Linda Biddle

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Haley McNamara – one of our guest speakers and Past President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT

Guest:  Christine Dabrowski – one of our guest speakers and a Past President of the Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Lucky Past President Bob Koski     Card Drawn: Queen of Clubs 

 NEXT WEEK: On The Door :  Past President Dave Andrews

NEXT WEEK: Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TWOONIES

  1. Past President Marion Mills – Happy to see our guest speakers – Former Rotaractors Haley McNamara and Christine Dabrowski
  2. Shawn Kellam – Happy to have had a great holiday with the entire family at their family cottage
  3. Past President Devon Biddle – Happy and also humble for the Article that ran in The Toronto Son about Biddle and Associates. On Page 26 of the August 29 New Homes and Condos Section    
  4. Kim Boatman  -Happy to be back at Rotary. Vacation was wonderful. And so was the ride in Past President Lennis Trotter’s 1957 Oldsmobile to the Kickoff of Autofest 2014
  5. Past President Lennis Trotter Happy to be going to Frankenmuth. Michigan this weekend and to the historic auto show (over 3,000 vehicles will be there).
  6. Past President Dave Andrews – a Happy $3 to be invited, today,  by Past District Governor Ted Morrison, the Chair of Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070,  to sit in on the Annual General Meeting  of the Shining Waters Division of Rotary Leadership Institute. (This Division takes into account the Rotary Leadership Institutes of the 4 Rotary Districts 6330, 7010, 7070, 7080 and 7090 comprising most of Ontario and the North west portion of New York State and the Eastern portion of the State of Michigan. Two extremely important comments were conveyed to the RLI District Chairs that were heard at some of the sessions held in the various Districts this year about the Rotary Leadership Institute courses were from current Rotary Club Presidents who said that “Taking the course was the best thing that they did BEFORE they became Club President”. And the RLI District Chairs of the 4 Rotary Districts also conveyed remarks from Past Presidents who had taken the RLI courses who said that "it was the BEST THING that have done in Rotary AFTER their Presidential year”.
  7. Past President Hilda Finnigan asked us all to say a prayer tonight for Past President Pat Dyck and Ken who is in Bowmanville hospital.
  8. Bob Stewart – Happy to have made 7 birdies on the Oshawa Golf Club’s 18 Championship holes this past WEEKEND. It’s time to call him “Birdie Bobby” once again.
  9. Past President Larry Hurren – Happy to be invited to lunch, along with Past President Devon Biddle, by Vice President Mike McLaren who asked them about Mike’s coming year as President and ideas for a successful Presidency. Already planning ahead.
  10. Past President Alan Nason had a Happy Twoonie for his decision to walk down to the Clinic this afternoon for an appointment and got drenched on the walk back home. It was a “wet” twoonie.
  11. Past President Bob Koski was Happy that he did not win the Ace of Spades Draw because the pot was too small.
  12. Past District Governor Ted Morrison – Happy to have gone to the Annual General meeting of the Shining Waters Division of the Rotary Leadership Institute and recognized that District 7070 had an extremely successful year  with the Rotary Leadership institute.. And Ted was congratulated for his “train the facilitator” session that he held during the Rotary year to make the session so meaningful for RLI participants.
  13. President Robbie Larocque – happy to have the tremendous article in the Toronto Sun New Homes and Condos section about DG Biddle & Associates and thanked Devon for the many years of putting together such a successful company.
  14.  Past President Al Finnigan Happy to be at Royal Ashburn Golf Course as a Marshall all summer. He said it was a tough job and long hours on the golf Course. But someone has to do it.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Past President Al Finnigan asked everyone to go into Facebook and “Like” Laura Carey’s Facebook Page: Laura Carey – State Farm Insurance. Laura will donate $2 for every like from a Durham Region resident that she receives in the month of September to a maximum of $500 with all of the money going to The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. What a king gesture on Laura’s part. Tell all of your friends to go into Facebook and Like her page.
  2. Past President Bob Koski announced that he has the tickets for the November 7 Live Act showing of The Queen of Whitby, and they are available for sale. Cost is $65 per person. A portion of the sale will be tax deductible. And if you can get raffles prizes (in the neighbourhood of $100), please pass them on to Bob. This is a big fundraiser for our club. Your help is ticket sales is most appreciated. Laura Carey has already purchased tickets for her staff and has already donated an item to the Raffle.
  3. Past President Hilda Finnigan updated everyone on Ken Dyck’s health. He is in Bowmanville hospital. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken and Pat.
  4. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced that the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, for 2 more Rotary Years, is matching 2 to 1 , every dollar donated to PolioPlus. For example, if you donate $100, Bill Gates will add $200 more  so you are helping with a $300 donation to PolioPlus. You can donate online at www.rotary.org, or you can give the money to our Treasurer Devon Biddle and he will take care of the rest. And you will receive a tax receipt as well.
  5. President Robbie Larocque handed out pledge sheets for the September 21 Rotary Foundation Walk in Toronto. Please get your sheets back to treasurer Devon Biddle with your funds so that he can send in one big cheque from our club. And Devon will ensure that your receive a tax receipt as well. Be sure to let President Robbie know by next week, how many members will be going on the walk. It is open to you, your spouse, children, grandchildren and your friends and neighbours.
  6. President Robbie Larocque also announced the dates for the Rotary Leadership Institute session for this year. They are also in the last District 7070 Newsletter and on the District 7070 website: www.rotary7070.org . Sept 27 at Loyalist College in Belleville, November 15, 2014 in Oshawa  at The Golf Club, and in April 18, 2015 at the Finch Campus of Seneca College. For more info, please go to:  http://rotary7070.org/sitepage/rotary-leadership-institute-1/ . You can sign up online on the District Webpage and tell our very own Past District Governor Ted Morrison, who is Chair of the Rotary Leadership Institute for District 7070. It is a great way to learn more about Rotary and you will certainly bring back some excellent ideas to make our Rotary Club more effective. Excellent for Club Board of Directors, Secretaries, Treasurers, Committee Chairs, (past , present and future).
  7. President Robbie Larocque also The annual Rotary District 7070 Conference is on October 24 – 26, 2014 at The Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto. Have you registered? Have you booked your room? Now is the time. Be sure to go to the District 7070 website www.rotary7070.org or go directly to the District Conference Website “Shakened and Strirred “  http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/SitePages/SitePage.aspx?accountid=50157&pid=92682 and register today. Please mark your Calendars for the District 7070 Rotary Conference in Toronto at The Westin Prince Hotel on  October 24 - 26, 2014. And if we wish someone to come to our club and talk about the District Conference, be  sure to get in touch with Conference chair Mark Chipman at chipburt@hotmail.com. Learn more about Rotary, chat with fellow Rotarians from 55 Rotary Clubs in Southern Ontario and have some fun and fellowship.
  8. President Robbie Larocque announced that everything is in order for Steve Rutledge’s Adopt A Village  spectacular trip to Laos and a choice of either Cambodia or Thailand.  The journey will begin January 28, 2015 for 14 days...and one you won't soon forget.  I have enclosed a brochure for your club members and wondered if you would mind forwarding this on to them. 
    The trip is currently open to 24 people with a deadline of October 24th for final payment and it is on a first come, first serve basis with a deposit of $500 upon booking per person.  For those of you who are interested, a registration form will be forwarded to you. 
    Steve and Mike's annual event at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope is on October 4th.  'Mesmerized' tickets are available on-line at www.CaptioTheatre.com and at the box office.  Note that there will be a number of people arriving early to dine at the Thai Restaurant before the show.  Anyone interested in joining the group, please email or call me directly so I may add you to our reservations list. 
    Thanks so much. Steve Rutledge   http://AdoptAVillageinLaos.wordpress.com
    905-885-0456
  9. President Robbie Larocque also announced that Ron Noseworthy will have Alison Wallace, the CEO of Shelterbox worldwide at the Marriott Hotel in Toronto on Sept 28. Please see President Robbie if you would like to attend.

ROTARY MOMENT   : None tonight

GUEST SPEAKERS  :

Former Rotaract Club of Durham College / UOIT Presidents Haley McNamara and Christine Dabrowski on their trip to the Rotary International Convention is Sydney, Australia.

Introducer: Past President Marion Mills

Thanked By: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

 

Speaker’s Remarks:

As usual, both Haley and Christine were at their finest, presenting a professional PowerPoint presentation on their trip to the Rotary International Convention is Sydney, Australia, in June 2014, and their trip to New Zealand too.

Before they started, they briefly told us about the year of The Rotaract Club of Durham College/UOIT with their Fundraising Dinner to assist students at UOIT , that many of our Club members attended at Tosca in the fall of 2013; their meet and greet , also in the fall of 2013 , that a few our of Club members attended which also work to bring in many new Rotaractors; and their Slice of Life event which brought AIDS awareness to the campus.

While at the Rotary International Convention, they stayed with an Australian family, attended the per –convention of the Rotaractors worldwide, walked in a POLIO walk during the convention, attended the convention session, saw the flag ceremony with all of the flags from all over the world, listened to the current and future Rotary International Presidents speeches, and were pleased that they were both so engaging to the youth. They met many people from all over the world in the House of Friendship and learned that” everything you want to know about Rotary” was well represented in the House of Friendship. They were able to tour Cairns, Brisbane, and Sydney as well as New Zealand, during their adventure.

Haley McNamara is now a Life Residence Counselor at Seneca College’s Finch Campus where she is putting together an outreach program for community assistance in the area, with the students. Christine Dabrowski is a teacher at R.S.McLaughlin Collegiate, here in Oshawa, knows Stephanie Fox-Comery, and will assisting with the Interact Club at MCVI, this year.

They were thanks by Past District Governor Ted Morrison who said their enthusiasm for Rotary is always infectious. And Ted had a chance to tell us that in 2018, when the Rotary International Convention comes to Toronto, our club will be very much involved in The House of Friendship.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Or you can go online at www.rotary.org and find a club or clubs near your destination. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 26th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace   

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms:Al Finnigan /  Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Devon Biddle                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck   

Toast To The Queen: Al Finnigan                                                                                             

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES 

Devon Biddle         August 28th

David Andrews      August 31st

Anne Ross          September 1st

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

Faye Simic     

Betty Jo Parent  R.C. of Mississauga West

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  

Faye Simic drew the 6 of Spades           .    

                

On The Door Next Week:                                            Bulletin Editor:

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

 

☺ Hilda shared the good news that the percentage of organ donors in Durham has increased significantly since the advent of the donor website, up to 30 % now.

☺ Lennis is happy to be planning his Auto Fest trip to Frankenmuth.

☺ David A. shared about Laura Carey’s charitable website of which our club is the “charity of choice”.  Laura will donate money up to $500 for each “like” on her page during the month of September.

☺ Al F. is happy/ says his foot is better, but elbow is sore now/ happy that Faye drew the 6 of Spades

☺ Al N. gave a sad toonie, thinking of Pat and Ken Dyck.

☺ Larry did the Ice Bucket Challenge, and so did his children.

☺ Ted shared that his & Sharron’s family has increased by 6…6 baby rabbits, that is!

☺ Devon shared that he and Linda were happy to have hosted the barbeque get-together, and that they had received a  thank you note in the mail.

☺ Robbie is happy!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

√ Devon: dues are now “past due”/ anyone who needs an invoice, please let Devon know

√ Robbie: 1) The Foundation Walk is Sunday, September 21st in Toronto at the Lakeshore.

                2) R.L.I. is on September 27th in Belleville, parts I, II and III.  Ted and David A. are presenting.

                3)  There is a special presentation on September 23rd at 6:30, “I Shall Not Hate” by the “Gaza Doctor”.  Robbie has info.

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

David A. introduced Betty Jo Parent, who is in charge of logistics for the Pan Am and Para Pan Am Games next year.  Betty Jo explained that she only manages “things without a heartbeat”…so no people or animals. 

She gave a very informative introduction to the games, including locations and events, staffing and volunteer needs, transportation arrangements, the inclusion of cultural events, housing for the athletes, pricing and a huge amount of enthusiasm!!

Thanked by: Terry DeYoung

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 19th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms:Al Finnigan /  Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen: Al Finnigan                                                                                             

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES  

Janice Leschinsky                  August 20th                                       Terri Lynn Larocque                    August 23rd

Velma & Keith Ratchford       August 20th                                          Rosemary & David Mankiewicz  August 23rd

Michael & Colleen McLaren   August 20th                                           Janice & Frank Leschinsky          August 25th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

Marilyn Lyon   Caroline Kipling    Linda Biddle    Ken Dyck    Patti Koski     Kay Hurren    Gene Burns (R.C. of Scarborough)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: 

Peter Dueck drew the 7 of Hearts     .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: Marion Mills

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

☺ Robert and Caroline really enjoyed the barbeque at the Biddle’s cottage.

☺ Peter was fined!!

☺ Hilda: Thank you to Devon & Linda

☺ Al F. enjoyed the barbeque too, especially the hot tub and the steak!

☺ Pat was happy that she got only a warning from police as she passed through a newly installed stop sign @ Conlin &Harmony.

☺ Mike is happy for being 33 years married and for a 3 week trip to the east coast.

☺ Gene Burns is happy to be the “#1 Table”: Lennis has perfect attendance and Larry bought Gene’s 50/50 ticket for him.

☺ Lennis is happy…

☺ Larry (who got his $ from Kay for this) brought 3 beers to the “hot tub guys” at the barbeque.

☺ Marion is happy for help received from golf club staff tonight and also thankful to Linda & Devon for a great get- together.

☺ Marsha put in 5 Happy Bucks=4 lakes visited and her car for getting her there.

☺ Kris had a great day at the barbeque and enjoyed driving up together with David Andrews.

☺ David A. enjoyed the barbeque too; he also brought beer to the “hot tub guys”.

☺ Carol put in 2 x toonies: welcome to Marilyn Lyon; thanks to Devon & Linda, and thanks to Marion for preparing the Australia pictures.

☺ Devon put in .75 cents for Andy’s cooking.

☺ Bob K. is sorry to have missed the barbeque, but he and Patti were at a cottage with their family and had a great time, including playing cards with their granddaughters.

☺ Andy enjoyed the barbeque and he put in $2 for a donation for food.

☺ Robbie is happy about the barbeque but sad that he stepped on a hornets’ nest the next day.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

√ Gene Burns was impressed with our rendition of O Canada (thanks to our leader, Peter)!  Also, Gene shared information    about a special presentation on September 23rd at 6:30, “I Shall Not Hate” by the “Gaza Doctor”.

√ Devon handed out copies of our club’s financial statement and budget.  Bring any questions to next week’s meeting.

√ Bob K, reminded us of our Live Act fundraiser on Friday, November 7th.  We have 200 tickets to sell @ $65 each.

√ Robbie: 1) The Foundation Walk is Sunday, September 21st in Toronto at the Lakeshore.

                2) R.L.I. is on September 27th in Belleville, parts I, II and III.  Ted and David A. are presenting.

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

Marion shared photos of a recent one-month trip to Fiji, New Zealand and Australia.  It truly was “the trip of a Lifetime”!

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson - Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

         MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 12th, 2014

 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Andy Lyons                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen: Marion Mills                                                                                            

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES  

Geoff & Katie Osborne      Aug. 12th

Sam Ruparelia                  Aug. 12th

Launi Elliott                     Aug.  15th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

none

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  

Peter Dueck drew the 6 of Clubs        .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: Marion Mills

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

☺ David Andrews is looking forward to our barbeque & get-together at Biddle’s cottage.

☺ Hilda Finniganspent two days in Welland with former classmates and had a great time.

☺ Kris sachdeva had a leaking tap in his basement…the good news is that insurance will cover the damage (but not the plumbing repair.)

☺ Larry Hurren is happy about celebrating his 40th anniversary with Kay on Aug. 3rd.  Then, this past Sunday was a family  celebration with about 50 people.

☺ Devon Biddle “set the scene” for our get-together and his and Linda’s cottage: zipline and axe-throwing, and anyone under 100 pounds can go in the treehouse.

☺ Alan Nason is very proud of his granddaughter who is at University in Indiana on a soccer scholarship.

☺ Al Finnigan really enjoyed the meal tonight (prime rib).

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

√ Hilda Finnigan shared two “thank you” letters to our club: Kinark Child and Family Services ($250) and Rose of Durham ($100). Also, the roster for volunteers to do the bulletin will be passed around next week.

√ Al Finnigan shared copies of Oshawa Express, with fantastic photo ops of our award to Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell and of visit from our MP Colin Carrie to our Rotary Club. Special thanks to Kim and Sandy for this great coverage getting our Rotary story out to the public.

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

Our speaker was unable to attend because of illness. 

Past President Andy Lyons shared his thoughts and told us all about his and Donna’s trip to Europe with the Ontario Regiment members and their families.  This trip was in honour and remembrance of the 100 year anniversary of the First World War.  The group visited many sites of historical significance, and proudly represented Canada by laying wreaths, participating in remembrance ceremonies, wearing our “red & white” Canadian colours and singing our national anthem.

It was a great trip, and very emotional for all participants, largely because so many young lives were lost.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. And you can go to the www.rotary.org website and find a club or clubs where you will be travelling in the world. Please mail or fax your make-up cards to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

         MINUTES OF MEETING:  Tuesday, August 5th, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Marsha Chambers                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen: Larry Hurren                                                                                            

 

BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES  

Geoff & Katie Osborne      Aug. 12th

Sam Ruparelia                   Aug. 12th

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  none

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Larry Hurren drew the 2 of Clubs

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: Marion Mills

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

 

☺ Bob K. reviewed the “Happy Toonies” price adjustment (see above).

☺ Ted shared that he and Sharron have lawn bowling for 13/15 days.  This would be all right if they were winning  consistently, but not (yet).

☺ David A. is just back from Newfoundland where he and Judy spent time at Judy’s family home, Twillingate. They marveled at their close encounters with icebergs and whales.

☺ Robert and Caroline have just returned after two weeks in “The Land of the Living Skies”…Saskatchewan.

☺ Devon has extended an invitation for any BBQ guests to stay over in the new Biddle Treehouse!

☺ Andy is happy to share that he and Donna thoroughly enjoyed their trip to Europe with the Ontario Regiment members, in honour and remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the First World War.

☺ Shawn had a great weekend with friends, enjoying a “guys’ night out”.

☺ Walter shared about Sue’s golf experience at Wilmot Creek: she hit a house and two sheds!

☺ Mike thanked Bob K. for pointing out that the club’s V.P. oversees fundraisers, so LiveAct, here we come!

☺ Bob K. enforced some rules about pins and name badges by levying some fines.

☺ Rob shared a scary real-life story about a 170 pound bear that joined their campsite at Arrowhead.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

√ Bob K. announced that our annual fundraiser at LiveAct is on November 7th.  Tickets are $65; we must sell 180 tickets for the best financial payoff.  Presentation is:  Queen of Whitby.

√ Lennis reminded committee members of the Kids’ Safety Village meeting Aug.11th at 7:00 pm.

√ Rob: 1) our annual barbeque and get-together is at Linda & Devon’s cottage on Aug. 16th; cost is $15 per couple

            2) RLI (Rotary Leadership Institute) is September 28th at Loyalist College.

            3) “dues are due”

            4) From Rotary “Givings and Grants”, as of July 1st, 2015 there is a new model for the Foundation that allows for  5% of donations to be used for general operations.  This may be a plan that individual clubs, including ours, could follow.

 

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

GUEST SPEAKER:

There was no speaker, so President Robbie opened the floor for questions or comments.

1) Ted shared concerns for our club’s declining membership, especially the lack of younger people.

2) The Foundation Walk is September 21st in downtown Toronto.  This is our biggest Foundation fundraiser.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday, July 29, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Koski

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Kay and Larry Hurren celebrate 40 yrs of wedded bliss on August 3rd CONGRATS

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Peter Butler, Head Pro, Oshawa Golf Club

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Devon Biddle drew the 10 of hearts            .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Dave Andrews                                   Bulletin Editor: TBA

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY TOONIES: (this change being encouraged in order to supplement the financial shortfall in club funds)

Al Finnigan - playing golf, golf, and more golf’ wonders why Hilda does not understand!!??!!; Hilda says he will

find it hard to understand when there is no chair for him at the table on Wednesday??; Mike McLaren looking forward

to chipping lesson with Peter Butler; Larry Hurren preparing to celebrate wedding anniversary and pleased with 4 week trial vacation in preparation for retirement!!; Bob Koski pleased we have set the date for Class Act (see announcements);

Ted Morrison gave “good news” re polio –  to date this year only 3 cases in Nigeria, down from 24 in 2013, Pakistan remains the greatest concern; Terry DeYoung proud to know Justin Williams and be included in the Stanley Cup parade in Cobourg/Justin also won the Con Smyth Trophy this past season (Justin and Terry’s son grew up together and Terry drove them to many hockey practices and games); Devon Biddle thanks to Ted for “taking the heat” re announcing Board decision re dues (see announcements below); Pres. Robbie – thanks to Terry for telling him who won the Stanley Cup!! – a hockey fan he is NOT!!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Hilda Finnigan passed a form and asked for volunteers to act as Bulletin Editor for the 2014/15 Rotary Year – see attached form for your opportunity; Hilda also initiated forms for attendance and food donation at our annual BBQ/Picnic which is on August 16th; Devon Biddle has supplied flyers and maps (available at the front desk); Bob Koski indicated three available dates for our Class Act Fundraiser this year – consensus of those present was Friday November 7th, ticket price $65.00, our portion of this is $25.00 (has been $30.00), minimum ticket sales 180 will give us $4500.00, as in the past this will be supplemented by raffle and 50/50 – a note of interest – the parking lot has been paved!!!; PP Al Finnigan (just had to ring the bell) before presenting PDG Ted Morrison with his  Paul Harris #6 – we commend Ted for his strong support of the RI Foundation;

 

Ted Morrison announced the Board decision re dues and the need to increase the $$ available to meet club service expenses; Dues will remain the same at $260.00, in addition there will be a $2.00 advance meal charge per member; this will reduce the meal charge at the door to $20.00, however, if a member misses a meeting the $2.00 will be left in club funds to assist in paying the minimum meal charge which we are committed to each week; dues are are payable semi annually (July and January), and there will be no late payment charge.  The Board asks that members pay by check or cash to reduce Visa charges for the club. If you have questions regarding this announcement please contact Devon Biddle for clarification.

 

Pres Robbie announced the Foundation Walk is Sunday September 21st – more info to follow; World Polio Day is October 24th; a “thank you” was received for our donation to Windreach Farms

 

ROTARY MOMENT:  none this meeting

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Terry DeYoung introduced our speaker for this evening.  Peter Butler has been Head Pro at the Oshawa Golf Club for the past 13 years.  He grew up in the golf world and continues to enjoy it.  Peter talked about his time with the Oshawa Club, thanking Dave Andrews for the opportunity to speak to our club.  After a short discussion re the “short game” and “chipping” techniques he and our golfers proceeded outside for practice and tips.

 Pres Robbie thanked Peter and adjourned the meeting.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

       MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 22, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Eamonn Doyle                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck   

Toast To The Queen :  Mike McLaren 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Esther Trotter July 25th; Eman Attalla July 25th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  A warm Parkwood welcome to Gord Whitney, guest of Mike McLaren; and to our guest speaker MP Colin Carrie and his Ex. Assistant Shane Kelly

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Devon Biddle drew the eight of spades                 .    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison                                  Bulletin Editor: Hilda Finnigan

 

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS   Marion noted Pres. Robbie’s celebrity bar tending at the Waltzing Weasel; Kim Boatman thanked the club for the award received (outstanding service to Rotary); Mike McLaren welcomed our guests – Gord Whitney and MP Colin Carrie; Ted Morrison enthusiastic re seeing “Crazy for You” in Stratford, highly recommended;  Hilda Finnigan supported Ted’s enthusiasm; Al Finnigan commented that “he had allowed” Hilda to attend this play-Ha,Ha,Ha; Shane Kelly enjoys the comradary of the Parkwood Club; Pres. Robbie pleased that his pool enclosure will be finished on Friday; Devon Biddle noted that the sum total of dues, donation to Foundation and Polio would be approx. $500.00 per member and he would be pleased to receive this in one check if members wish to do so

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  PP Allan Finnigan reminded members that next meeting July 29th is “golf” lesson time, bring your    

                                    Wedge

                                  Pres. Robbie – Rotary Foundation Walk is Sunday Sept. 14th at the Lakeshore Campus of George                                     Brown College – more info to follow; Sept. 23rd there is a dinner in support of “I Choose Not to Hate”

                                  (further clarification of this in the next bulletin); Rotary International has requested that clubs

                                  consider a $1000.00 donation in support of restoring Paul Harris’ home; contact info is available

                                  for the David Duncan House Dinner to be held on Sept. 17th, 2014.

 

ROTARY MOMENT   none this meeting

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  MP Colin Carrie was introduced by Devon Biddle noting that he has been our representative for ten years and has also served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of the Environment.  Devon also noted that Shane Kelly has been with MP Colin for much of that time.

     MP Carrie opened by recognizing the work of Rotary both locally and internationally and thanked David Andrews for inviting him to speak to us once again.

     He spoke of a federal mandate to strengthen and grow Canada’s’ economy noting

              -  we are in the best financial position in the G7,

-  we must return to balanced budgets and keep interest rates low

             - European Union access is very important to Canadas’ position in the financial world

    He spoke, also, of several bills currently being read.  These include – Bill C40 for protection and preservation of the environment – to create Rouge National Urban Park (will be larger than Central Park in New York City); legislation to protect Canadian families from unsafe medical products (addressing public safety and addiction prevention); Bill C1 –controls for social media, on line crime such as cyberbullying; C36 – controls on prostitution and exploitation; Victims Bill of Rights and several others.  There is much discussion in the House regarding these and other issues and resolution will take some time.

MP Carrie also told us that he had been in attendance at a meeting with Oshawas’ Ukrainian community regarding the current state of unrest in Ukraine. James Bezin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Defense and MP Erin O”Toole were also in attendance at the meeting. The purpose was to reassure Ukrainian Canadians that the Federal Government is monitoring the situation in Ukraine.

 

      Kim Boatman thanked MP Colin for sharing this important information with us.  There were several questions from the members present.

 

Meeting Adjourned

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

Read more...

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

         MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday. July 15/2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:  Myles Fisher                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Terry DeYoung                                                                              

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :  Donna and Bruce MacKay – July 15th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Welcome to Victor Jackson member of Oshawa Rotary Club and to Leslie Caissie, a guest of Kris Sachdeva

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Victor Jackson        Card Drawn:  2 of spades       .    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison                      Bulletin Editor:  Hilda Finnigan 

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS :  Robert Kipling – “SAD” re Brazil losing; Leslie – happy to be here; Terry – busy moving Cheryl’s Mom; Mike – happy to be VP and looking forward to a good year; Devon – sad to be the bearer of bad news – see notes below re fees; Myles – to support club needs for cash; Allan F. – misses striking the bell!!, but likes to watch Devon “grovel”; Hilda – thankful she is no longer living with a “President”!!; Alan N. – glad Al’s “foot is healed” ??is he sure of that?!?!; Pat Dyck – thanked PP Al for a good year;

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:     Robert Kipling – a reminder to Safety Village Committee members, meeting Monday July 21/7PM

       Mike McLaren – reminder that MP Colin Carrie is our speaker on July 22nd – guests are welcome Please let Pres. Robbie know so that meals can be confirmed 

      PP Al Finnigan presented awards for commitment as a new Rotarian to Sandy McDowell and Kim Boatman

      Devon Biddle announced the Summer BBQ will be hosted by Linda and himself on Saturday August 16th – cost wil be $15.00/couple, children free; directions and pot luck food list to follow; Alan Nason – read that Lakeridge Health was voted “best in Canada” for emergency treatment of “stroke” patients (TPA), that is most significant recovery for these patients; Ted Morrison reminded us of the significant impact of Polio Irradication around the world, with new cases in only three countries, noting that Pakistan has the greatest number (69) and that cases in Nigeria and Afghanistan have come from Pakistan, also noting that the last few are always the most expensive;  Kris Sacheva added that India has been certified “Polio Free” making this true of all of South East Asia; Bill Gates continues to support of this program; President Robbie noted several notes thanking us for our support – Epilepsy Durham, Lakeridge Health, Bill Patchett for foundation support (a reminder to members that these donations must be in US dollars to avoid a shortfall); Interota Conference in Toronto July 26-31, RI President Gary Huang will be there on July 27th.

 

     NOTES RE FEES (club funds) – there is a shortfall of approx $800.00/year in club funds; these $$ should not be taken from our community fund raising efforts. RI fee per member is $130.00

         ??what creates this shortfall –  cost of meals for speakers

                                                          cost of meals when attendance is below set minimum

   Suggestions to cover this shortfall – Raise yearly dues from $260.00 to $275.00 NOTE we are already the most     expensive club in our area and concern has been expressed by current members

                                                          Pay only for the primary speaker (support personnel pay their own)

                                                          Increase meal cost

                                                          Encourage “Happy Toonies”

                                                          Charge an additional fee for those who miss multiple meetings (meals)

             The Board is charged with making the final decision.

 

 GUEST SPEAKER  :  due to a cancellation there was no speaker for this evening

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“LIGHT UP ROTARY”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Gary Huang – Rotary Club of Taipei, Taiwan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Brian Thompson -  Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                               MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday 8 July, 2014

                                                President’s Night

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2014-2015                                        

President:  Robbie Larocque

Past President: Allan Finnigan

Vice President: Mike McLaren

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:   Colleen McLaren                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :  Terri Lynn Larocque                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

July 6 – Eamonn and Cora Doyle

July 8 – Robert and Caroline Kipling (celebrating with us tonight)

July 8 – Kay Hurren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Vice President Mike McLaren, chairman for this evenings’ event welcomed spouses and family members (especially Elliott and Veronica, children of incoming President Robbie) as they were introduced.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:     there was no draw this evening            .    

                

On The Door Next Week:                                     Bulletin Editor: Hilda Finnigan

__________________________________________  _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present next week - please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS Save these for next week !!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS     Director’s meeting next week – July 15th at 5PM; Reception in the next room for Past District Governor Valarie and incoming District Governor Brian; drop in following this meeting if you wish; Interota is July 26, in Toronto (see Calendar of Events for details), Rotary International President Gary Huang will be attending this event; incoming President Robbie presented a check for $1000.00 received for our participation in the Purple Woods Pancake Breakfast this past March

 

AWARDS AND REMARKS:

  • Past President Jodi Hewitt received a Paul Harris Pin in recognition of her commitment to The Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood as President during the 2012/13 year (this was Jodi’s second  Paul Harris, the first was given in recognition of her work in the community, prior to her joining our club)
  • Pat Dyck and Lennis Trotter each received Perfect Attendance Pins (Pat for 20 yrs/Lennis for 38 yrs)
  • Lennis Trotter received a pin in recognition of his sponsoring of new members – this is a new award from RI
  • Rotarian of the Year awards were announced for Kim Boatman and Sandy McDowell in recognition of their significant contribution to our club since joining in the 2013/14 year. These will be presented at a future meeting as Kim and Sandy were not able to attend this evenings meeting.
  • Allan Finnigan was presented with his Past Presidents’ pin and thanked for his diligence as President during the 2013/14 Rotary Year.  PP Allan reviewed the clubs’ accomplishments over the past year, thanking the Board and the Committee members for their positive attitude and good decision making.  He highlighted our continued work in supporting Interactor and Rotoractor Clubs and the hosting of our first Foundation Dinner where we awarded two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards to members of our community (non Rotarians). Other highlights of the 2013/14 Rotary Year included an increase in public awareness due to more aggressive advertising and promotion, the beginning of a campaign for renewal of the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region (a joint project with the Optimist Club of Ajax), and our social activities in which a good time was had by all.  Also noted, were our six successful fundraisers which help us to have funds to support needs in our community and internationally.  Past President Allan concluded by saying that this past year had given him an opportunity to “learn the ins and outs of Rotary” as well as enjoy the success of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood in the Rotary world.
  • Incoming President Robbie Larocque was presented with his President’s pin.  He made the following remarks as he embarks on his journey as Club President.  Reflection on what he would need to know and the educational opportunities provided in preparation for this, his recent trip to the International Conference in Austrailia (along with his family), where they discovered just how small the Rotary World can be, when they met a Past District Governor from Washington whose grandfathers’ home was none other than Parkwood Estate. Robbie is prepared to “Light up Rotary” with the participation of Oshawa Parkwood members in enhancing our existing programs and investigate new opportunities so that Rotary may continue its’ positive work worldwide.  And in  the spirit of FUN, Robbie asked Elliott and Veronica to hand out a quiz which he and his family had developed pertaining to their recent visit to Australia. We did not do well in this quiz as far as getting correct answers, but WE DID HAVE FUN, as Parkwood members are known to do and prizes were awarded accordingly!?!?!

 

The evening ended with kudos to Past President Allan and President. Robbie, as well as Vice President Mike for his organization of this evenings event – we look forward to another great Rotary Year

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Restaurant., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                     MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 24, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons  /Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                           Past President Hilda Finnigan                                     

O Canada:                    Peter Dueck

 Toast To The Queen :  Incoming Vice President Mike McLaren                                                                          

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Belated Happy Birthday to Caroline Kipling on June 21

2nd Happy Birthday to Linda Biddle on June 28

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Welcome to our Visiting Rotarian, Geoff Lloyd, Incoming Vice President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa and our Guest Speaker for the Evening

SARGEANT AT ARMS REPORT:   From Past President Alan Nason

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: President Allan Finnigan          Card Drawn: the 3 of Spades                .    

                 

NEXT WEEK:

July 1, 2014 - There is no Rotary Meeting  – Happy Canada Day

July 8, 2014:  On The Door : To Be Announced and To Be Announced

July 8, 2014:  Bulletin Editor: To Be Announced

Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door or write the Club Bulletin, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Past President and our current Secretary Devon Biddle is very Happy that Linda is having a Birthday on June 28. It is a big one, he says.
  2. Mike McLaren very happy to be here and very happy that he has lost 22 pounds since the Reverse Draw
  3. Marsha Chambers is moving again, but not back to Oshawa. She will be moving in Toronto into her Aunt’s home. You will always be welcome here at our Rotary Club.
  4. Robert Kipling  was asked by a number of members what he did to his finger and why it was in a sling. No accidents. It was plastic surgery that he had on Monday. He cannot wash dishes for at least 2 weeks when the stitches come out.
  5. Past District Governor Ted Morrison went to the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto to get ready for his trip to China in October. He and Sharron saw the Forbidden City display. Simply magnificent. Be sure to go to the ROM and have a look.
  6. President Allan Finnigan was very happy this week, Past President Hilda Finnigan brought back the van , from her many speaking engagements , very clean. Washed up just perfectly. But the gas tank was empty.
  7. Past President Alan Nason, our Sergeant At Arms, tonight, was very happy just to be with everybody tonight.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan wanted everyone to know that there will be no Rotary meeting on July 1 and the Presidents Night is on July 8, right here at the Oshawa Golf Club. Same time: 6 pm for cocktails and 6:30 pm for dinner. Spouses are invited. The cost of the evening is $36.00 per person. We will congratulate President Allan Finnigan on a terrific year as President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood and welcome incoming President Robbie Larocque as our new Rotary Club President for the 2014-2015 Rotary year as we follow Rotary International Gary Huang’s theme to Light Up Rotary.
  2. Past President Hilda Finnigan  announced that following the Rotary Club meeting , right next door on the same floor, at the Oshawa Golf Club, District Governor Valarie Wafer will be hosting her thank you party and we are welcome to attend.
  3. President Al Finnigan brought our Rotary Club up to date with the results of a meeting held with representativs of the Oshawa Rotary Club regarding our Rotary Club’s participation in the Oshawa Rotary Ribfest. President Al went over , with our Club, the terms and conditions that were delivered by the Oshawa Rotary Club representatives. President Al asked our club for suggestions and any ideas that might allow our Rotary Club to continue participating in this event.

ROTARY MOMENT:    None Tonight.  

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Geoff Lloyd – Incoming Vice President and Rotarian of the Year of the Rotary Club of Oshawa and an Ambassador for ShelterBox Canada

Introducer:  Past President Marion Mills

Thanked By: Past District Governor Ted Morrison who noted that “We are pleased that Shelterbox is a Strategic Partner of Rotary International and that we  believe in ShelterBox” here at The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood

 

Geoff’s Remarks:

Shelter Box logo 

 

Geoff started off the meeting with a look at the origins and the scope of ShelterBox and thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for their many donations to ShelterBox over the years.

And every District 7070 Newsletter now has an up to the minute update and news from ShelterBox Canada, every month.

Be sure to go to this youtube website and watch more of the videos first-hand:

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/ShelterBoxUK/videos

 

ShelterBox is an international disaster relief charity specializing in delivering immediate emergency shelter and tools to rebuild lives. Their vision is a world in which the basic emergency needs for survivors are rapidly met. And their goal is to help 50,000 families affected by disaster every year and establish a “surge capacity” to shelter up to 100,000 families in times of major crisis.

Rotary International signed an agreement with ShelterBox in March 2012 which increases their joint capacity to help families around the world displaced by disaster. The agreement formalizes the twelve-year bond between the two organizations and cements the place of Rotarians around the world at the heart of ShelterBox activities. It is the first time that any organization has become an officially recognized ‘Project Partner’ of Rotary International.

Founded in 2000, in Helston UK (the far southwest coast of England) , by Rotarian Tom Henderson, ShelterBox has worked in 90 countries, responded to 240 disasters with more than 135,000 ShelterBoxes and provided aid to over 1 million people. The people and volunteers at ShelterBox believe that everyone affected by disaster should have access to the shelter and basic equipment they need to survive, be safe, and live in dignity. Our support help the people at ShelterBox prepare for the next disaster and ensure a rapid response.

 Currently, ShelterBox has branches in the United States, France, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, The Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Luxemburg, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, South Africa, Indonesia and the Philippines, along with a branch associated with the Scouts.

ShelterBox fills the gap in disaster relief aid – while food and medicine are delivered by other agencies, they provide the shelter survivors need in the immediate wake of a disaster as they begin to rebuild their lives.

The highly trained ShelterBox Response Teams, (over 200 volunteers), deliver ShelterBoxes when and where they are needed. They collaborate effectively with other aid agencies, volunteers and local governments. Within 12 minutes of the earthquake hitting Haiti, there was a ShelterBox Response Team assessing the damage and getting to the immediate need of its citizens.

ShelterBox is often the first responder on the ground distributing desperately needed shelter and equipment following a disaster. The green box with the Rotary Wheel is a sign of hope in a devastated landscape.

Bruce Heller, a ShelterBox Response Team member and a Rotarian said that “Having recently returned from Iraq where  ShelterBox is distributing humanitarian supplies to Syrian refugees, I can tell you first-hand, by working together, Rotary and ShelterBox are making a huge impact on their lives. But more families cross the border each day and need our help.”

Last year, over 32 million people were impacted by disasters around the world. ShelterBox is constantly responding to new disasters whether they make headlines or not. Our support makes this possible.

Geoff was first involved when he was an Anglican priest very close to the headquarters of ShelterBox near Helston, Cornwall and when he came to Canada, it was a natural progression to help with ShelterBox Canada. Geoff is reaching out to many churches and organizations in Durham Region and eastward and is having some success. Our Rotary Club is one of many clubs in District 7070 that donate to ShelterBox Canada.

We can even track the box that we donate and see where it goes in the world and there will be a note inside saying it is from the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.

In Haiti, the road to recovery is very slow and many people still live in the ShelerBoxes. Geoff showed us many of the pieces of equipment in a typical ShelterBox including a solar light bulb and a water purification system that can purify up to 40 litres of water. There are now 18 warehouses, strategically located throughout the world so they can be ready when and where the next disaster strikes. All ShelterBoxes are assembled in Helston, UK.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 17, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                     

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons  /Alan Nason / Bob Koski

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Grace:                            Eamonn Doyle                                  

O Canada:                     Peter Dueck                

Toast To The Queen :  Carol Reading                                                                                      

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

June 7 – Happy Birthday to Robert Kipling

June 11 – Happy Birthday to Bob Elliott

June 12 – Happy Anniversary to Past President Andy Lyons and Donna Pyott

June 15 – Happy Anniversary to Past District Governor Ted and Sharron Morrison

June 19 – Happy Birthday to Past President Alan Nason

June 20 – Happy Birthday to Incoming Presdient Robbie Larocque

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Visiting Rotarian: Steve Rutledge                         Club Name:  Whitby Sunrise

 

SGT AT ARMS REPORT: FROM PAST PRESIDENT ANDY LYONS

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: 

Winner: Past Presdient Lennis Trotter          Card Drawn: 4 of Clubs  

On The Door Next Week:  Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor:  Past President Dave Andrews

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Past President Marion Mills had an excellent time in Australia , Fiji and New Zealand and at the Rotary International Convention in Sydney and is glad to be home and adjusting back to Eastern Daylight Time in Canada
  2. Carol Reading also had an wonderful vacation in Australia , Fiji and New Zealand and at the Rotary International Convention in Sydney and is glad to be home.
  3. Past President Walt Stewart thanked Past President Hilda Finnigan for setting up a superb Rotary Fellowship evening a few weeks ago and the Il Divo Concert at the General Motors Centre.
  4.  Past President Devon Biddle just very Happy tonight.
  5. Sam Ruparelia – A happy and sad $10 – he is retiring after 39 years of practice in Oshawa and 48 years in medicine worldwide. Sad to say good bye to his patients and happy to have some time to himself
  6. Eamonn Doyle – Happy memories of John Walker, Past president of the Oshawa Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce, who passed away this week. It was Eamonn and His Honour Don Halakowski who hired John for the Officers Mess. We will all miss John.
  7. Past President Lennis Trotter glad to have great turnouts at The Kids Saftey Village Meeting with the Ajax Optimist Club and also for the excellent Paul Harris Award Gala last week.
  8. Past President Hilda Finnigan glad that the trailer in Peterborough is sold but even happier that the awning made its way down to Oshawa and to the back deck at their house.
  9. Past President Larry Hurren has 2 Happy Bucks. One for his grandson’s first birthday , on the same day as past President Alan Nason. Larry hopes his grandson turns out as good as Alan. And the second for his golf practice and pointers with our incoming President Elect Mike McLaren at Grandview Driving range this week.
  10. Past President Alan Nason very Happy for another birthday but sad that the numbers just keep adding up and getting higher and higher. With that Our Sergeant At Arms  and Past Prseident said that is is much better to be seen than it is to be viewed.
  11. Robert Kipling sad that Brazil tied in World Cup Soccer today, but they are not our of it yet.
  12. Whitby Sunrise Rotarian Steve Rutledge happy to be with us tonight and to be able to share an update with our club on the Laos Adopt A Village project.
  13. Past President Dave Andrews very happy with the two golf tournaments that Rotary members played in during the month of June. Very happy to have tied with Past President Terry DeYoung  in the Officers Mess Golf Tournament with playing partners Donna Pyott and Jodi Hewett’s Mom. They tied with the team of President Allan Finnigan and Mike McLaren. A great day and lots of fun as usual. And also for the great day at the Hearth Place Golf Tournament with teammates Past Presidents Terry DeYoung and Andy Lyons and President Al Finnigan. And there are photos of the foursome on our Rotary Club website www.rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org in the photos tab. And for such a good cause – Hearthplace. Thanks to Bob Alexander, Charlie Morrison and the rest of the team at Hearthplace . Maybe next year, we can have two foursomes.
  14. Past President Andy Lyons very happy to see so many Rotarians out tonight and hoped that we keep coming out, especially during the summer months to hear the great lineup of speakers.
  15. President Allan Finnigan thanked Past District Governor Ted Morrison for organizing the First Annual Paul Harris Awards Gala evening.

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Past President Hilda (Finnigan) or as President Al announced Past President Hilda Gatchell : Flowers were sent in memory of John Walker, Past President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa.
  2. Past President Hilda also announced that on July 8, we are having the Presidents’ Night at the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood as we say thank you to President Allan Finnigan and welcome President Robbie Larocque. The cost will be $36.00 per person. It will be a night to remember.  A sign up sheet will be going around. HOWEVER, iIf you can send Hilda  a  note to confirm YES or Now and HOW MANY  (you, your spouse or both)  will be coming would be most appreciated.

ROTARY MOMENT   : None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:   Steve Rutledge

Introducer:               Our Service Director Robert Kipling

Thanked By:            Past President Larry Hurren

Speaker’s Remarks:

Some Factsabout Laos:

Location: northeast of Thailand, west of Vietnam
Independence: 1949 from France
Rainy Season: May-Nov
Terrain: mostly rugged mountains, some plains and plateaus
Natural Hazards: Floods, Droughts
Population: 6.99Million
POP Vientiane (Capital City): 600,000 (est)
Infant Mortality Rate: 76/1000
Age Structure:
0-14 yrs - 41.2%
15-64 yrs- 55.7%
65 & over-3.1%
Average Age: 19.08 (2005 est)
Currency: Lao KIP; 8200 KIP = $1 USD (varies daily)
Per Capita Income: $572 in 2006 (est)
Life Expectancy: 56.9

Bounded by Myanmar and China, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, Laos is a small landlocked country in Southeast Asia. With a population of about 7 million, the rural villages rely predominantly on subsistence farming, what they can find in the jungle, and sometimes fish. Their income is subsidized by the sales of pigs and chickens. As Steve pointed out, Laos is one of the most impoverished countries in the world and the rural villages are even worse.

During the 1960’s Laos lost one-third of its population during the “Secret” war and became the most heavily bombed country per capita in the world. Over a 9 year period (1964 – 1973), a bomb was dropped every 8 minutes, 24 hours a day. It is estimated that 30% of the 260 million bombs dropped (that’s 78 million) never exploded and remain scattered throughout the countryside.

Still recovering and with the help of Rotary Clubs just like us, as we did this year,  we are making a real difference in the lives of these rural villagers. With access to clean water, we can significantly reduce illness caused by water borne bacteria at a low cost.

Steve said that they were able to accomplish all that we set out to do, with the exception of constructing an office addition to a secondary school.

During the year, they were able to teach hygiene for students and families for a total of 525 distributed filters systems throughout many villages and schools, netting clean water for well over 3000 more villagers! We also completed two water projects, one of which included 2 dams from 2 different rivers, over 9 km of pipe and 50 taps throughout the village.

Thanks to YOU, The Rotary Club of Oshawa - Parkwood, we were able to complete Ban Na Lea Water Project too. This project got off to a late start due to factors beyond our control but I am pleased to report that there are a lot of very happy people in the village. For the first time, we have running water to areas of the village that sincerely thought it would never arrive, and with the construction of toilets and a new school that we also finished early in the season, they now have running water there too!

Also during the season, a school addition was constructed in Hat Kham along with a playground made with bamboo and inner tubes, featuring climbing bars, teeter-totters and swings – all this was done in just 6 weeks, with thanks for the help from many volunteers.

The above projects may seem like a lot but our work didn’t stop there. We also constructed 6 toilet banks for schools for a village. Plus, 21 additional village homes now have solar powered light, 19 children are enjoying primary and secondary school, along with a university student in his second year and a teacher for the first year of his apprenticeship. Many, many other things happened throughout the season on a smaller scale including a fence project, sport team sponsorships, urgent medical treatment for a child and distribution of lots of school supplies and hygiene products. What a year!

Steve will be going back in November 2014  and is busy fundraising now.

He has given a proposal to our Director of Service, Robert Kipling to review with his International Service Committee.

Adopt A Village in Laos is raising funds for two large water projects from Rotary Clubs and Districts. Meung Xuen Village is in desparate need of water for their village. The cost estimate for the project is $34,000. They have applied for matching District Grants and are asking many District 7070 Rotary Clubs to help with this undertaking. They need about $7,500 from Rotary Clubs since his own Club, Whitby Sunrise has committed $8,000.

The second water project will be located in the highlands above Nong Khiaw, about one and a half day journey from their home base. The cost of this project is $18,000. This village Katang Xieng is among the poorest of villages Steve has seen in Laos. When the funds are raised, they will focus on this project.  Last year, our Rotary Club gave $1,000 towards a water project in Ban Na Lea. The villagers a very happy. The slides that Steve showed us, were proof of their happiness in having clean water for the first time in their lives.

There are many other options to support teachers and students alike. And they are always in need of more water filters and toilets.

Here are some more examples of how our Rotary Club can help with our financial contribution. If any Rotarian wants to come to visit us in Laos, just email us and you can see where your money is being spent.

- $75 buys a water filter system for a family of up to 8 ($65 before May 1, 2013. They have already distributed 1404 filter systems , that serve between 9,000 and 11,000 villagers.

It will also include your name on the water filter and a picture forwarded to you with the family and the filter unit

– $18,000 US buys a 3 room school for grades 1-5 (rural areas). $10,000 buys a room in a secondary school (includes a portion of the toilets too). Perhaps you would like to sponsor or assist us to sponsor a school.

– $70 US (approx) buys a school table and bench (for up to 4 students).

– $60 US buys education for one child for one year including school fees, 2 uniforms, shoes, backpack and school supplies. Note that this cost is approximate. He provided Robert with other opportunities to fund schooling for these young villagers. For example, 14 students need a sponsor for primary school.

- hygienic washroom facilities range depending on the number of stalls and start at about $3,200, but are critical to prevent more disease. This year, they will be working on two – banks of 20 toilets for schools and a village.

Steve noted that they  are indeed humbled by the generosity of so many donors and sponsors, allowing us to make a real difference in helping these rural villagers to lead longer, healthier, happier lives. With your support, we have helped over 2700 people last year with schools, clean, filtered water, hygienic toilets and student support.

Be sure to visit their website for all of the info at http://adoptavillageinlaos.wordpress.com/

If you would like to become involved and to help the people of rural Laos help themselves lead a more fulfilling life, please email us at AdoptaVillageinLaos@gmail.com.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 12, 2014

FIRST ANNUAL PAUL HARRIS AWARDS GALA

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Shawn Kellam                                  

O Canada: Past President Marion Mills

Toast To The Queen : Past President Larry Hurren                                                                                          

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None this week.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guests:  We welcomed all of our guests this evening including: Mike Ewles, recently retired Chief of Police for Durham Region, Lori Whyte and Marsha Doggett of the Waltzing Weasel Pub, Carol Routly, Caroline Kipling, Linda Biddle, Kay Hurren, Esther Trotter, Margaret Nason , Sharron Morrison, Ken Dyck, and Heather Gomez ( a guest of the Rotary Club).

Visiting Rotarians: We were honoured to have at our Rotary Club: from the Trenton Rotary Club  - Wilf Wilkinson – Past President of Rotary International and immediate Past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation; from The Whitby Rotary Club – Valarie Wafer – District Governor of Rotary International District 7070; from the Bowmanville Rotary Club – Wayne Routly – Rotary International District 7070 Assistant District Governor; and from the Oshawa Rotary Club – Emmy Iheme – Incoming President  who is also the Executive Officer and Sergeant reporting to the Chief of Police for Durham Region.

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS : No report tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

No Draw or Happy Bucks this week.  

               

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS  None this week.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Past President Lennis Trotter announced that there will be a meeting of the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Committee at 7 pm at the Kids Safety Village on Monday, June 16, 2014..

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

 

 

SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS OF PAUL HARRIS AWARDS:

Ted Morrison, the Past District Governor and Director of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood’s Rotary Foundation Committee welcomed everyone to the First Annual Paul Harris Awards Gala Dinner . He gave us a brief history of Rotary and The Rotary Foundation. Ted noted that Paul Harris, a young lawyer and three other gentlemen started Rotary on February 23, 1905 in Chicago. Rotary grew in the early years all over the USA, into Canada and Great Britain in 1911, spreading the true meaning of service and the development of goodwill and peace as the basis of Rotary. In 1917, Rotary International President Arch Klumpf started an endowment fund to do good in the world – his dream became The Rotary Foundation. From 1917 through 1947, the fund grew slowly. In 1947, Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris passed away and as a tribute to Paul Harris, the money grew rapidly into the Rotary Foundation, in memory of Paul Harris. And today, when Rotarians and non-Rotarians donate $1,000 US Funds to The Rotary Foundation, they receive an award called The Paul Harris Fellow.

The Rotary Foundation transforms our donations into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. As the charitable arm of Rotary, we tap into a global network of Rotarians who invest their time, money, and expertise into our priorities, such as eradicating polio and promoting peace. Foundation grants empower Rotarians to approach challenges such as poverty, illiteracy, and malnutrition with sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact.

From time to time, Rotary Clubs recognize Rotarians, non-Rotarians, and organizations in their community for their excellence in service to their community and the promotion of peace and goodwill, and honour them with a Paul Harris Fellow Award and a make a donation of $1,000 US Funds on their behalf, to The Rotary Foundation. This is the highest award a Rotary Club can bestow on Rotarians, non-Rotarians, and organizations.

Rotary International District 7070 Governor Valarie Wafer, brought greetings from all of the 55 Rotary Clubs in southern Ontario and congratulated The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood in holding its First Annual Paul Harris Awards Gala Dinner and honouring Police Chief Mike Ewles and The Waltzing Weasel Pub as recipients of Paul Harris Awards for their excellent service to the community.

Rotary International District 7070 Governor Valarie Wafer presented the first two awards of the evening to two members of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for their ongoing contributions to the Rotary Foundation. Past President Lennis Trotter received his Paul Harris Award Pin + 1 for his addition contributions to The Rotary Foundation and Past President Dave Andrews received his Paul Harris Award Pin + 4 for his additional contributions to The Rotary Foundation.

Ted Morrison, the Past District Governor welcomed and introduced the first non-Rotarian Paul Harris Fellow Awardee of the evening. Mike Ewles has proudly served 32 years with the Durham Regional Police Force: as a uniform patrol, in the Tactical Support unit, as Duty Officer providing “leadership After Dark”, as leader of the Whitby Community Police Office, and a s inspector of Employee Service (overseeing human resources and recruitment). In 2006, he became Deputy Chief, responsible for Operation Support, which includes all specialty units: Tactical, K9, Communications, major Crime, and Crime Administration. In 2007, he became Chief of Police. He has served as chair of the Governing Body Executive of the Criminal Intelligence Services of Ontario and as a Director at the Abilities Centre and the Ontario Shores Foundation Board. He has also supported Eastview Boys and Girls Club of Oshawa for many years. Mike championed and expanded the “Youth In Policing” program. During his term as chief, Mike has charted a path to embrace multiculturalism within our community and the Durham Regional Police Service. And for the last 2 days, Mike is now officially retired. Mike has been a strong supporter of peace and goodwill here in Durham Region and is a strong supporter of youth and seniors alike.

Wilf Wilkinson, Past President of Rotary International and Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation presented Mike Ewles with his Paul Harris Award. Mike thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for this high honour and hopes to continue to promote peace a goodwill as he moves from active duty to retirement and hopes to continue his strong ties to Rotary.

Jodi Hewett, the Past President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood welcomed and introduced the second non-Rotarian Paul Harris Awardee of the evening, The Waltzing Weasel Pub. The goal of The Weasel, as it is affectionately known, is to provide customers with the best genuine pub experience possible, this side of the Atlantic. There are many people in Durham Region who have no doubt that The Waltzing Weasel has succeeded with their goal. Many people, including many members of the Rotary Club frequent the Weasel for the camaraderie and friendly atmosphere of staff and regular patrons. However, they are so much more than just that.   The waltzing Weasel has many loyal customers, due to its strong belief in support of the community. Many charities in Durham Region have benefited from the fundraisers organized by manager Lori Whyte and her amazing staff. Owner Hitham (Tom) Al-Malouf is no stranger to participation in these events and often, he can be seen busily supporting his staff with food and drink orders. The weasel’s kind and generous support has gone to many organizations: annual charity breakfasts to support Durham Children’s Aid Society and Luke’s Place, patio parties and bar-b-ques in support of The Cancer Society, Simcoe hall Settlement House Food Bank, the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oshawa-Whitby’s Wingfest (which The weasel has won for the best sauce and the best wings). These a just a few of the many organizations supported by this family friendly pub, here in Oshawa. Lori Whyte accepted the Paul Harris Award on behalf of Owner Tom and the staff and thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood for this tremendous honour and also thanked their customers, many of them regulars who have formed The Weasel Pack, who contribute greatly to many of the charities including presents and dinners for children at Christmas.

Wilf Wilkinson, Past President of Rotary International and Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation presented Lori Whyte and Marsha Dogget of The Waltzing Weasel  with their Paul Harris Award. Lori thanked the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood and thanks all of the patron of The weasel who help to make our community a better place.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Wilf Wilkinson, Past President of Rotary International and Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation and a Past District Governor of our District 7070 ( in 1971-72) , right here in southern Ontario.

Ted Morrison, introduced Wilf Wilkinson to the Rotarians and to our guests. Wilf first congratulated this year’s District Governor Valarie Wafer for her excellent work and leadership to the 55 Rotary Clubs in District 7070 (southern Ontario) this year. Well deserved, DG Valarie. Wilf told everyone that the best job that he has ever had is talking to Rotarians about the good work of The Rotary Foundation. He talked about the mission of The Rotary Foundation: to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. The Rotary Foundation helps fund our humanitarian activities, from local service projects to global initiatives. Your club or district can apply for grants from the Foundation to invest in projects and provide scholarships. The Foundation also leads the charge on worldwide Rotary campaigns such as eradicating polio and promoting peace.

Rotarians and friends of Rotary support the Foundation’s work through voluntary contributions. He also talked about the history of the Foundation and its founder Rotary International President Arch Klumpf and his dream. He went on to tell us that Rotarians truly believe that the Rotary Foundation is the best way to invest money for a more peaceful world and that we all have an obligation to use the money in the best possible way. He talked about the plan of The Rotary Foundation which began more than 10 years ago, when Rotarians were asked how we could do more with The Rotary Foundation.

The result was The Future Vision Plan and the new grant model of The Rotary Foundation, which, on July 1, 2013, was adopted by all 35,000 Rotary Clubs and its 1.2 million Rotarians in over 200 countries and geographical regions of the world. The new plan calls for stewardship of the monies that we receive for projects and the sustainability of the projects to continue long after the funds have been distributed. The more focused approach of the projects is also a key component of the Rotary Foundation grants. All projects must fall into one of these six areas of focus:  Peace and Conflict Prevention/

Resolution; Disease Prevention and Treatment; Water and Sanitation; Maternal and Child Health; Basic Education and

Literacy; Economic and Community Development.

Wilf also told us how important it is to continue of work and funding for the PolioPlus campaign and the tremendous efforts of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, now on our last mile, and in the most remote places, the hardest to reach. When people say that eradicating polio from the world is a monumental task, Wilf talks to them about India, now polio Free. Rotary has overcome barriers of culture, religion, politics, and wars, to immunize the children of the world. He and other Rotarians have convinced people to lay down their arms and immunize their children in Afghanistan and in the Sudan, just to name a few.

In closing, Wilf asked us all to tell the world about the good that is done because of The Rotary Foundation and that it is time to end polio now. The largest health initiative undertaken in the history of mankind.

President Allan Finnigan thanked Past Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson for those stirring words of encouragement .

Past District Governor Ted Morrison also thanked Devon and Linda Biddle for their generous donations to the Rotary Foundation. He also thanked Past President Marion Mills for the creation of the outstanding Order of Service Brochure that commemorates tonight’s meeting. And Ted Morrison thanked everyone for coming tonight, and challenged us all that if we are in fact, proud to be Rotarians, why would we not donate to the Rotary Foundation and the wonderful good that it does in the world.

SEE ALL OF THE PHOTOS ON THE CLUB WEBSITE: WWW.ROTARYOSHAWA-PARKWOOD.ORG

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JUNE 4, 2014

JOINT MEETING WITH AJAX OPTIMISTS

ANNUAL UPDATE – KIDS SAFETY VILLAGE

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Optimist Dave Ryan                                  

O Canada: Optimist President Chris Dufor

Toast To The Queen : None tonight                                                                                         

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None this week.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  At the joint meeting of the 2 service clubs, every member of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood and the Optimist Club of Ajax  rose and introduced themselves and their spouses. And also in attendance were Constable Astrid Morse, and Inspector Eva Reti of the Durham Regional Police Service.

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS : No report tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

No Draw or Happy Bucks this week.  

               

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

None this week.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. President Allan Finnigan encouraged everyone to come out to the FIRST ANNUAL  June 12 Paul Harris Awards Night at our Rotary Club. Please note that there will be NO Rotary meeting on Tuesday , June 10 , but instead this meeting will be on Thursday, June 12. Spouses are invited and encouraged to attend this first of what is hoped to be an annual event. There will be two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards given out to members of the community for their meritorious service to our community and also to those members of our Rotary Club who have most graciously supported The Rotary Foundation. In addition, the keynote speaker of the evening will be Past Rotary International President and Past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation for the entire world, Wilf Wilkinson who will be talking about the importance of The Rotary Foundation throughout the globe. Ted needs to know the number of people who will be attending today. Please call Ted and let him know if you and your spouse are attending. Dinner will be the regular $22.00 per person.

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Constable Astrid Morse, Durham Regional Police Service – on site Kids Safety Village coordinator

KIDS SAFETY VILLAGE ANNUAL UPDATE: Constable Astrid Morse updated the two clubs on the activities of the last year at the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region and the excellent safety programs for the more than 15,000 school children in grades 1, 3 and 5 of Durham Region, that attend on an annual basis. She will be creating and distributing newsletters in the spring and fall to the elementary schools in Durham Region  to gain even more interest and participation. She is looking at a fundraising contest among the various school classes as we ramp up the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project.

Last year, there were 5 annual special events : The Halloween Haunt, Christmas at The Village, Safety Day for OPG, the Easter Eggstravaganza and the Bicycle Fun & Safety Day (at which all kids received new helmets). The Christmas Committee is planning to light up the Village this year with Blitz Lighting, and movie stations and lots of Christmas music throughout the Village. Many corporations have assisted her with the events: CN, Home Depot and Canadian Tire North (both in Whitby). Volunteers from Home Depot plan to assist with painting some of the buildings at the Village. A police Appreciation Dinner held last year raised funds and 15 helmets and 15 “fat” wheels (for bicycle stabilization) were donated to the Village. The “fat” wheels will allow handicapped children the opportunity to ride the bicycles.

 

THE KIDS SAFETY VILLAGE REVITALIZATION & EXPANSION PROJECT: The Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project is well under way. The Fire Departments in Durham Region have agreed to set up fire safety for the children attending the Village when the project is completed. The Durham Insurance Association are reviewing their increased involvement in the Village and the Whitby Lions Club is also interested in more “hands-on” assistance for Village projects.

Our own Rotarian Past President Lennis Trotter spoke about the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project. There is a new red brochure available to organizations to review. The fundraising started in the spring of 2014. And the lease with the School Board has to be renewed for another 20 years in September 2015. Various groups have been asked for major donations and Lennis encouraged anyone in the 2 clubs to bring forth names and contact information of corporations to the Committee, that they think may be interested in buildings and major donations to the Kids Safety Village Revitalization and Expansion Project. Money is required now, to get the buildings revitalized and the new building started.

Past District Governor of Rotary District 7070, here in southern Ontario Ted Morrison has been visiting the Rotary Clubs in Durham Region, soliciting their support. Ted noted that he has been well received and that many individual Rotarians in Durham Region have indicated that their own businesses may also assist.

On September 25, 2014, there will be an Open House to attract corporate sponsors to see the Village first hand and encourage them for donations. Soon, there will be social media exposure through Facebook, Twitter, etc. There is a “Donate Now” button on the website www.durhamsafetyvillage.com  .  Everyone is encouraged to tell their friends, via whatever means, electronic or face-to-face, to make donations today to the Kids Safety Village.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  MAY 27, 2014

FUN AND FELLOWSHIP NIGHT – IL DIVO CONCERT

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                             

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                  

1.  Is it the truth                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                      

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                    

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                     

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Past District Governor Ted Morrison                                

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                

Toast To The Queen : Past Presdient Larry Hurren                                                                                        

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

None this week.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  We welcomed many of the spouses this evening to our social fun and fellowship night.

President Al Finnigan welcomed guests of Al and Hilda Finnigan’s Elaine Devolin and Susan Sainsbury; Linda Biddle; Kay Hurren; Colleen McLaren; Donna Pyott; Sue Skinner and Sharron Morrison.

SARGEANT AT ARMS : No report tonight

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

No Draw or Happy Bucks this week. Just a pleasant night of conversation.

             

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

None this week.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced the plans for the June 12 Paul Harris Awards Night at our Rotary Club. Please note that there will be NO Rotary meeting on Tuesday , June 10 , but instead this meeting will be on Thursday, June 12. Spouses are invited to attend this first of what is hoped to be an annual event. There will be two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards given out to members of the community for their meritorious service to our community and also to those members of our Rotary Club who have most graciously supported The Rotary Foundation. In addition, the keynote speaker of the evening will be Past Rotary International President and Past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation for the entire world, Wilf Wilkinson who will be talking about the importance of The Rotary Foundation throughout the globe. There is also a sign up sheet going around. Ted needs to know the number of people who will be attending by June 1 at the latest. Please call Ted and let him know if you and your spouse are attending. Dinner will be the regular $22.00 per person.

 

  1. President Al Finnigan encouraged everyone to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Kids Safety Village, this year hosted by the Ajax Optimist Club. This is a very important meeting. The past year will be reviewed and a status update of the next 20 year plan will be reviewed as well. Our entire Rotary Club and their spouses are urged to support this project and this important night. The event, starting with a meal will be on Wednesday , June 4, at 6 PM AT THE COURTYARD RESTAURANT, 1755 PICKERING PARKWAY, UNIT 20. (INTERSECTION OF 401 AND BROCK RD IN PICKERING). AND OUR SPOUSES ARE INVITED.  BE SURE TO LET LENNIS TROTTER KNOW immediately IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING.  A sign up sheet has already been passed around but the event is upon us and Lennis requires your answer as soon as you can.

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  None tonight. Enjoy Il Divo

Il Divo is an English multinational operatic pop vocal group created by music manager Simon Cowell . Formed in the United Kingdom, they are signed to Cowell's record label, Syco Music . Il Divo is a group of four male singers: French pop singer Sébastien Izambard , Spanish baritone Carlos Marín , American tenor David Miller , and Swiss tenor Urs Bühler . To date, they have sold more than 26 million albums worldwide.

 The idea behind Il Divo's creation came to Simon Cowell after hearing Andrea Bocelli singing "Con te partirò " while watching The Sopranos . In 2004, G4 , a quartet of operatic male singers, also appeared in the UK on Cowell's TV show The X Factor . They finished runners-up, but were signed by Sony records - ironically, the lead singer of this group, Jonathan Ansell , had previously auditioned to be a member of Il Divo. Cowell was already aware of this new appreciation for lyrical voices and classical music, he had decided to form a multinational quartet (the members hail from Spain , Switzerland , France , and the United States , the name being in Italian ) that recreated the style of The Three Tenors .

Cowell conducted a worldwide search for young singers who were willing to embark on the Il Divo project, which lasted two years, from 2001 until December 2003, when the fourth member of Il Divo, American tenor David Miller , was signed. The well-established formation of Il Divo comprises a renowned Spanish baritone , Carlos Marín ; two classically trained tenors , Swiss Urs Bühler and American David Miller ; and a French pop singer, Sébastien Izambard .

Il Divo sings in Spanish , English , Italian , French and Latin . Il Divo was named the Most Multinational UK No.1 Album Group in the 2006 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records .

On 25 April 2007, Il Divo performed on American Idol in one of the "Idol Gives Back " episodes, which raised money for children in the U.S. and Africa. For every vote cast during that show, Idol sponsors Coca-Cola, AT&T, and others donated money to Charity Projects Entertainment Fund (CPEF) and other groups such as Save the Children and America's Second Harvest.

On 12 December 2008, Il Divo performed their new song at the Swedish Idol 2008 finale in the Globen Arena in Stockholm .

And tonight , they performed at the General Motors Centre in downtown Oshawa.

Special thanks to Past President Hilda Finnigan for making all of the arrangements for tonight.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  MAY 20, 2014

 

Rotary Grace

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                              

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                   

1.  Is it the truth                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                     

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                      

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Myles Fisher                                 

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                 

Toast To The Queen : Marsha Chambers                                                                                

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

May 20 – President Al Finnigan

May 23 – John Griggs and Past President David Mankiewicz

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Julien LeBourdais        Guest of Our Rotary Club

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS REPORT BY PAST PRESIDENT ANDY LYONS

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Marsha Chambers        Card Drawn: 8 of Clubs                .  

              

NEXT WEEK:

On The Door : Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Bob Stewart had a “Bob Koski50 cent Happy Buck” and asked the Club members what he should give to his daughter who is graduating from University next week. Most people thought a car would be just fine.
  2.  Robert Kipling was happy that the CIA has changed their policy about collecting and recording DNA samples in Pakistan and hoped that all of the children of Pakistan could now be given the polio vaccine and save their lives.
  3. Marsha Chambers was very happy that her car got her from Toronto to our Club meeting today.
  4. Past President Alan Nason was happy that he and Myles Fisher went to the Airport Golf Course and received half price vouchers because the greens were aerated and top dressed, and found that automatic 2 putts is not a bad thing.
  5. Shawn Kellam happy that Kristen and their new baby Riley had a great family weekend at the family cottage. He may have to get a van if any more young ones arrive.
  6. Past President Walter Stewart was very happy tonight.
  7. Past District Governor Ted Morrison was happy to get 4 tickets for his all time favourtie musical, “Crazy For You” in Stratford this summer. He really enjoyed the McLaughlin CVI student version.
  8. Past President Dave Andrews was very happy that the foursome of Past President Terry DeYoung, President Al Finnigan, Incoming Vice President Mike McLaren and Dave will be defending their championship title of the Ontario Regiment Officers Mess Golf Tournament, on June 3.
  9. Past President and Secretary Pat Dyck happy as well.
  10. Incoming President Robbie Larocque happy to say G’Day and he is soon off to Sydney and the Rotary International Convention.
  11. Past President and Treasurer Devon Biddle happy that the Reverse Draw did so well. Thanks to everyone for all of their help. A real team effort.
  12. Past President Hilda Finnigan very happy to say Happy Birthday to President Al Finnigan.
  13. Past President Bob Koski very happy tonight.
  14.  President Al Finnigan very happy he is Number One to past President Andy Lyons . Al is 72today and the number on the golf cart he used today at Royal Ashburn was also number 72. Carma?
  15. Past President Andy Lyons was very happy to see that President Al Finnigan actually made it all the way to 72.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan announced our plans for our May 27 Fellowship Night with Dinner (at $26 per person) at The Oshawa Golf Club at 6 pm , followed by the Il Divo Concert at General Motors Centre. There is a special sign up sheet going around. Please sign the sign up sheet or call Hilda as soon as possible, so that she can plan the number of meals at the Golf Club. For those who are coming to the dinner only, you are most welcome. Please sign up too. Or call Hilda as soon as you can.
  2. Treasurer Devon Biddle announced that our net for the May 8 Reverse Draw, Dinner & Silent Auction Night is estimated at  $15,000.00 Thank you all who helped and to those who attended and please be sure to send “Thank You” letters to those who were sponsors, and to those who donated silent auction items and to those who purchased tickets.
  3. Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced the plans for the June 12 Paul Harris Awards Night at our Rotary Club. Please note that there will be NO Rotary meeting on Tuesday , June 10 , but instead this meeting will be on June 12. Spouses are invited to attend this first of what is hoped to be annual events. There will be two Paul Harris Fellowship Awards given out to members of the community for their meritorious service to our community and also to those members of our Rotary Club who have most graciously supported The Rotary Foundation. In addition, the keynote speaker of the evening will be past Rotary International President and past Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation for the entire world, Wilf Wilkinson who will be talking about the importance of The Rotary Foundation throughout the globe. There is also a sign up sheet going around> Ted needs to know the number of people who will be attending by June 1 at the latest. Please call ted and let him know if you and your spouse are attending. Dinner will be the regular $22.00 per person.
  4. Past President Lennis Trotter encouraged everyone to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Kids Safety Village, this year hosted by the Ajax Optimist Club. This is a very important meeting. The past year will be reviewed and a status update of the next 20 year plan will be reviewed as well. Our entire Rotary Club and their spouses are urged to support this project and this important night. The event, starting with a meal will be on Wednesday , June 4, at 6 PM AT THE COURTYARD RESTAURANT, 1755 PICKERING PARKWAY, UNIT 20. (INTERSECTION OF 401 AND BROCK RD IN PICKERING). AND OUR SPOUSES ARE INVITED.  BE SURE TO LET LENNIS TROTTER KNOW immediately IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING.  A sign up sheet has already been passed around but the event is upon us and Lennis requires your answer as soon as you can.

 

ROTARY MOMENT :  None tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Julien LeBourdais, Executive Director of Feed The Need In Durham

Name of Speaker:      Julien LeBourdais

Introducer:                  Past President Bob Koski

Thanked By:               Past President Alan Nason

Speaker’s Remarks:

Feed The Need in Durham is a non-profit regional food distribution warehouse serving Durham Region. The provide food to more than 50 emergency food providers  such as food banks, soup kitchens, drop-in centres, community service centres, and shelters.  The food comes from the large regional food distributions centres that are located in Durham . The one we see from Highway 401 is the Sobey’s warehouse. The agencies being helped are located from Ajax/Pickering to Newcastle and north the Beaverton and everywhere in between. They currently operate a 3,600 square foot facility located near King Street and Townline Road in Oshawa and are a proud member of the Ontario Association of Food Banks and Food Banks Canada.

On average, Feed The Need In Durham handles 250,000 pounds of food every month that is distributed to an estimated 30,000 people in Durham Region. Food insecurity is a local issue with 8% of Durham region households being food insecure. In addition to non-perishable foods that most food banks provide to their clients, they also handle large volumes of perishable foods (fruits, vegetables and dairy) as a result of our large walk-in fridge and cooler. Emergency food providers have access to both perishable and non-perishable food from their warehouse which greatly enhances the nutrition available to the many people they serve.

As the regional food distribution warehouse for Durham, they are able to accept donations of all sizes. They also accept personal hygiene products and household cleaning products. People who cannot afford to buy food often struggle to purchase these items a swell. The idea is to stop hunger.

Hunger should not be the reason to prevent anyone from the chance to fulfill their potential. Food donations come from many sources including the public, businesses, local farmers, the Ontario Association of Food Banks, manufacturers , etc. Items also include damaged packaging. All donors of prepared food are protected by the Donated Food Act. Julien said that they have acquired a 10,000 square foot warehouse on Wentworth complete with a loading dock which they will open in the fall of 2014. This will allow for more agencies that can be helped. There are 6 to 8 agencies in need today on the waiting list. Their funding is primarily from donators. the annual budget is $350,000 and about 20%  comes from the three levels of government. The rest through fundraising. There are about 60 volunteers , not all of whom are there at the same time.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 8th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Carol Reading                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:   Robbie Larocque

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Rotaractor, Shannon MacKinnon - Rotaract Club of Durham College & UOIT

                                                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

April 13th      Walter Stewart

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Devon…May 5th, R.C. of Oshawa has invited our members to the noon hour meeting with Lieutenant Governor David                         Onley at 61 Charles St.  (Alger Bldg.) $25 per person

Lennis…1) reminded Kids’ Safety Village Committee members of our meeting on April 14th @ 7:00 pm.

               2) Also, the annual Easter Egg Hunt will be at KSV from 10:00 to 2:00 on April 19th.

Al Finnigan  1) We need volunteers for Family Fun Day on May 3rd.

              2) April 26th is Trump Aids Walk; Al will bring sign-up form next week.

              3) Al needs Rotary pictures for our 2 banners to be displayed at the Reverse Draw.

              4) next Tuesday, Reverse Draw Committee meeting before the regular meeting and a short Directors’                                 meeting after the regular meeting            

Dave A…Saturday, May 3rd is District Assembly meeting  

Pat…Re: passing of Larry Hurren’s mom      arrangements:    visitation Fri. 2:00 to 4:00, 7:00 to 9:00  Funeral, Saturday at 11:00 am  Oshawa Funeral Home        

         

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW

Winner:  Lennis                                          Card Drawn:   9 Clubs        

 On The Door Next Week:           Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1.  Walter had a great vacation in Florida; he’s happy to be home.

 2.  Dave A. had a great 3 months in Florida.

 3.  Ted complimented Robbie on doing a great job while President Al was away.

 4.  Robert: Friends of the Public Library are having their book sale April 10th to 12th.

 5.  Hilda is happy to be back and shared good news about the increased percentage (from 28% to 29%) of organ & tissue             donors locally, including Oshawa-Parkwood.

 6.  Devon is happy to have President Al back.

 7.  Marion is happy to have Shannon with us, and thankful for Shannon’s help with speaking about Interact.  Also, an apology        goes to Bob K. and Al N. because the bulletin had an error: Bob K. was Sergeant-At-Arms last week.

 8.  Bob K. paid $.15 (to supplement Marion’s shortfall from $2.00) to say that he has so many things to be happy about,                 including the fact that The Leafs are in a “must win” with The Jets.

 9.  Robbie is happy that Hilda is back.

10. Andy is happy because he’s off to Washington from Wednesday to Sunday.

11. Al F. put in $5 because he’s happy to be back; he missed Rotary and after three months it was time to come home.

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

GUEST SPEAKER:        Shannon MacKinnon and Marion shared information about New Generations and Interact in general, and about our Interact Club at McLaughlin C.V.I.  Shannon has stayed connected to this club, even though she’s now a Rotaractor at Durham College.  Most members are new and they are trying very hard to get this club “off of the ground”, with support and leadership from Stephanie Fox-Comery (formerly a member of our club).    

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 15th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:  Mike McLaren

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Hayley MacNamara and Cherlene Cheung, members of The Rotaract Club of Durham College & UOIT   

                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

April 17th      Esther and Lennis Trotter

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mike…encouraged us to invite prospective members next week.  He’s speaking on the topic: How To Spot A Bubble  Burst.

Lennis… the annual Easter Egg Hunt will be at KSV from 10:00 to 2:00 on April 19th.

Robbie…passed around a sign-up sheet for Family Fun Day on May 3rd .         

Dave A…asked for participation of members to reserve a suite at the Oshawa Generals games over Easter weekend                    and/or April 25th ; not enough people were available to go.  

Larry…Reverse Draw “tickets out” are at 106 (only 4 Rotarians so far).

Ted…for silent auction items, please get them to Ted & Sharron early, or at least give them the info. so that Sharron can make up the sheets for the table.  Also, if your contribution requires an easel, let Ted know ahead of time.

Walter…please let him know of any special requests for meals.

President Al…we may not have enough “walkers” for the April 26th Aids’ Walk.

Ted…announced our special evening on Thursday, June 12th for presentation of Paul Harris Fellowships and a                     celebration of the Rotary Foundation.  Wilf Wilkinson will be our speaker.  6:30  $25

Devon…reminded us of the special dinner with our Lieutenant Governor, David Onley on May 5th.  This is with the Oshawa Rotary Club.  We have 3 going so far; Devon can get more tickets.

 

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW    Winner:  Kris                  Card Drawn:   King t       

On The Door Next Week:           Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1. Terry had a wonderful winter in Florida; he’s happy to be home.

 2.  Walter wants everyone to have a happy day!

 3.  Larry spoke of his mom’s passing and thanked all who attended and sent condolences.

 4.  Mike got 4 golf passes to Dalewood, and found a Chapters Gift card.

 5.  Devon is happy about his youngest son, who is a musician, and is presently performing in Belgium.  Check him out at               www.heavycastle.com

 6.  Kris is just happy!

 7.  Bob K. only had $.75 so Sandra gave him $.25 (because she’s not that happy).  Bob was at The Retirees’ Breakfast for             EDS and HP, and also, he enjoyed a Class Act presentation, Help, I Married An American!

 8.  Robert enjoyed JOCULARITY.

 9.  Sandra will be happy when Kim is back.

10. Hilda is not happy because her whole table of members did not have their tickets in the Ace of Spades draw!

11. Dave A. is happy that President Al is going on a cruise in February.

12. Hayley is happy about their very successful photo contest, sponsored by her Rotaract Club, and also happy to be                        approaching the end of her academic year.

13.  Andy says that he didn’t add the tickets from Hilda’s table into the draw so that everyone else would have a better chance!        Also, he’s happy to be back from a great trip to Washington.

14.  President Al paid $2 and spoke of his happiness to have his son back in his life.  He and his son are working together on          some carpentry projects.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER

Devon introduced Hayley MacNamara (outgoing president) and Cherlene Cheung (incoming president) of Rotaract at UOIT/Durham College. They presented a review of the Rotaract year and their many events and projects.  There are currently 35-40 active members and over 400 followers on Facebook!

Hayley shared that she and Christine Dabrowski are hoping to establish a community-based Rotaract Club once they graduate this spring.

Bob Stewart thanked our speakers.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 22nd, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:  Terry DeYoung

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Kyle McLaren, Mike’s daughter

                                                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

April 22nd     Cora Doyle

April 24th      David & Sharon Meader

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Larry…for our Reverse Draw: lots of tickets out, not much money in yet.  Let Ted know well ahead of time about  auction items. It’s very important to let the committee know if you’ve sold a ticket, but know that the ticket buyer won’t attend for dinner.  “Try hard to sell!!”

Bob Stewart…Joanne Ashley asked for him to share: Sat. & Sun., May 10th & 11th, at Iroquois Park in Whitby, there will be a Food Truck Frenzy & Wine Dealers.

Robbie…Family Fun Day, May 3rd, we have 3 volunteers so far.  Also, the District Assembly is May 3rd; anyone attending must  pay prior to or at the beginning of the session (can’t send in money after the event).

 

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW

Winner:  Andy                                          Card Drawn:   7 t       

 On The Door Next Week: Ted & David A.          Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1. Bob Stewart gave a “Bob Koski $.75 Happy Buck” and shared that he had expected to be at the Jays’ opening game   because, while attending a conference, he had correctly predicted a pre-season score.  This “freebie” did not happen  because several people had made the same prediction, so a draw had been made (SO HE WAS TOLD!)

 2. Andy missed the Easter Egg Hunt at Kids’ Safety Village because he was with family.  (** There were some side comments about memory loss…bulletin editor is not sure why…?)

 3.  Bob Koski, despite being hassled about money by our members, is happy because he had a great day getting his porch,  vinyl siding and windows shining clean!

 4.  Marsha gave $5 in Happy Bucks because she had a great cruise with many ports of call.  Others on the cruise had some  bad experiences with health issues and some accidents.

 5. Carol is happy because the ”countdown” to the Australia trip is on!

 6.  Kim (borrowed a dollar from Bob K.) to say that she’s happy about her trip to Texas and New Orleans.  The trip included  fishing for (& catching!) tuna.  Also, she’s serving drinks at McDonald’s in May.  She’s not-so-happy that her son leaves for B.C. on Monday.

 7.  Lennis shared that he and Ted had done a presentation about Kids’ Safety Village at Kiwanis (where the members actually sing for visitors). He also shared that there had been 1200 people through the village for the Easter Egg Hunt.

 8.  Marion thanked everyone who had helped get arrangements in place for our Rotaractor, Cherlene Cheung, to attend the  RYLA event in May.  There was some serious scrambling to do but everyone helped to make it happen.

 9.  Mike is happy to have his daughter, Kyle, with him at our meeting.  They had done some important shopping together (including The Beer Store).  He’s a little sad-happy to take his older daughter to Ottawa on Saturday.

10. Devon shared a sad-happy buck too. He and Linda had their 3 grandchildren at their cottage over the Easter weekend, and   because the ice is still in the lake, but not firm enough to stand on everywhere, his 7 year granddaughter managed to fall  through!  It wasn’t very deep, but for a second his thought was: “Oh s_ _ t, I’m going to have to go into the icy water after  her!”

11. David A. is happy to be going golfing at Myrtle Beach with Rotarians from another club.  He knows that, at least for this one week, they’ll be getting good Rotary information!

12. Ted shared about the Rotary Leadership Institute at Seneca College and that Robbie now has completed all 3 parts.  Also, he shared a clever joke about distracted drivers J!

13. Robbie shared a sad buck that he’s back at the podium again after only two weeks…and a happy buck that he has completed the Rotary Leadership Institute: Part 1…Part 2…and Part 3 !!

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER

Mike McLaren presented How To Spot A Bubble Burst.  He shared information about current financial dynamics and explained his company’s investment strategies, which include a “move to safety” when the markets are volatile.

Meeting adjourned at 7:55 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 29th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth?                                                         

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Myles Fisher                                  

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                  

Toast To The Queen:  Al Nason

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

Cheri Smith          Kinark Director of Development

Cyndy De Giusti,  President, Kinark Foundation

                                                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

None this week

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Terry…keep selling tickets for our Reverse Draw.  There are about 150 out right now; we need at least 180 sold.

Al F. & Ted…auction items can be given to Al next week (Ted will be away) but send an email to Ted & Sharron so that the                            table signs can be done well ahead of time.

President Al…1) shared a publication from UOIT re: celebration of its first decade.  Our club has donated $10,000 so far                                     toward a pledge of $15,000.

                       2) reminded the Reverse Draw Committee to stay for a short meeting after our regular meeting.

                       3) reminded us that on May 3rd, there are two events:  Family Fun Day in Courtice and the District Assembly at                              the BMO building in Scarborough.

 

SERGEANT AT ARMS: 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAWWinner:  Carol                                          Card Drawn:   8 t       

               

On The Door Next Week:                         Bulletin Editor Next Week:  David A.

HAPPY BUCKS

 1. Ted gave $2 in Happy Bucks because of a great get-together with friends on Sunday to wish Marilyn Lyon, Carol and Marion a good trip.  After the party, Ted & Sharron went to the casino and won, and after that Ted won some more at  Wilmot Creek.  Soooo, he went and bought a golf cart!

 2. Hilda put in $4 to share news about Organ Donor Month (April).  R.C. of Whitby, R.C. of Bowmanville and R.C. of Oshawa- Parkwood got their percentage up to 31%.  Overall in Durham Region, the percentage is up from 28% to 29 %.

 3. Bob S. put in $1.25 because his Happy Buck was little short last week.  His daughter is home from Western and when she put on her new helmet that her dad purchased for her, she hated it because it wouldn’t fasten properly.  She had to play the game without it clicked shut.

 4.  Robert pointed out that, in some jurisdictions, the organ donor program is an “opt out” one; everyone is considered to be a  donor unless a signed document exists to say otherwise.  Hilda pointed out that, even with that in place, families are still asked for their consent.

 5. Carol is happy because the ”countdown” to the Australia trip is on…one week from tomorrow!

 6.  Devon paid a “Bob Koski $.75” to say that he and Linda had been signed up for Australia, but then he checked out the  weather in Tasmania and decided not to go.

 7.  President Al put in $2 of Happy Bucks because their property up north is sold and all cleaned up.

 8.  Andy is happy that his yard is all cleaned up from the damage of the ice storm.

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER

Devon introduced our guest speakers from Kinark: Cheri Smith, Kinark Director of Development and

                                                                                  Cyndy De Giusti, President, Kinark Foundation

Cyndy spoke about the Kinark Foundation and Kinark programs for children with mental health issues and their families.  Kinark also has programs for children with Autism and with anxiety disorders.  With over 3,000 children served last year, there are still 300 on the waiting list.

Cyndy explained Kinark’s source of funding and made the point that Kinark’s programs are very cost-effective when compared to the cost of a child in the justice system or in a hospital.

Al Nason thanked our guests.

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  MAY 13, 2014

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                    

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                      

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons

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Grace:   Past President Hilda Finnigan                                  

O Canada: Past President Larry Hurren

Toast To The Queen : Past President and Treasurer Devon Biddle                                                                 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES IN MAY 

May 16 –  Past President Jodi Hewett

May 20  -  President Al Finnigan

May 23  -  Past President David Mankiewicz and John Griggs

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guests:  Our Guest Speakers: John Williamson; Bev Lemay; and Tom Hamer    

Visiting Rotarian: Lisa Brook. Incoming President Elect of the Rotary Club of Uxbridge

 

SARGEANT AT ARMS REPORT :  PAST PRESIDENT ANDY LYONS

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:   Winner: Past District Governor Ted Morrison;   Card Drawn:  5 of SPADES             .   

 ON THE DOOR NEXT WEEK: PAST PRESIDENT DAVE ANDREWS and PAST DISTRICT GOVERNOR TED MORRISON

BULLETIN EDITOR FOR MAY 2014:        PAST PRESIDENT DAVE ANDREWS

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

  1. Past President Hilda Finnigan: Very happy that our Rotary Club ran a truly successful Reverse Draw, Dinner & Silent Auction on May 8 . She is also very happy that the ticket sales for the Il Divo concert for May 27 on our Club’s  Rotary Fellowship Night have been so successful.
  2. Past President Larry Hurren was very happy that during the Reverse Draw, as we got down to the wire, the number of tickets on the Big Board matched the number of tickets in the drum. Thank you to everyone that participated.
  3. Past President Alan Nason – A sad Buck. Margaret Nason’s ticket was one of the last 8 drawn from the drum.
  4. Mike McLaren – Thanked Bob Elliott for taking the photos of the Reverse Draw and realized that he has to lose 20 pounds. But Past President Bob Koski told him that photos put on 15 pounds so he only has to lose 5 pounds.
  5. Past President Lennis Trotter was happy that the Visiting Rotarian that was at our Rotary Club on may 6 , Sandra Mimic, is a Rotarian from BC who will be moving to the area this spring and plans to join our Rotary Club on July 1, 2014.
  6. John Williamson, one of our guest speakers from Fairmore Family Law Financial Solutions, donated a happy buck and thanked us for the excellent meal and the fellowship.
  7. Past District Governor Ted Morrison is happy to have his new golf cart and they are using it every day for golf on the course at Wilmot Creek or to go lawn bowling.
  8. Past President Dave Andrews was very happy and paid a few happy dollars for the great teamwork of the Reverse Draw Committee , and the co chairs Mike McLaren and Kim Boatman.
  9. Vice President Robbie Larocque was happy that his wife Terri Lynn enjoyed helping out , remove the numbers at the front of the room on the Big Boards of the Reverse Draw.
  10. Lisa Brooks, Incoming President Elect of the Uxbridge Rotary Club, paid a happy buck for the warm welcome and a chance to talk with Incoming President Robbie Larocque. And another Happy Buck because this was her first meeting where she made up her attendance  at another Rotary Club.
  11. Past President Devon Biddle was very happy for a very successful Reverse Draw & Silent Auction.
  12. President Al Finnigan was happy to have won $ 5 onside bets at the Reverse Draw from Sandy McDowell and happy that he is now playing golf from the Gold Tees.
  13. Past President and Secretary Pat Dyck was anxiously looking for Ken today and found him on the porch at the house. Ken was fine and just enjoyed the day outside.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

  1. Past District Governor Ted Morrison congratulated the Whitby Rotary Club for a successful Gourmet Food Truck event at The Abilities Centre in Whitby, this past weekend. Looks like 35,000 attended. A tremendous success. And something our Rotary Club should consider trying.
  2. Past President Hilda Finnigan has distributed all of the tickets for the Il Divo concert to be held on may 27 at The General Motors Centre to the Club members. It will be a Rotary Fellowship Night. Please come to the Golf Club at 6 pm for dinner (one half hour earlier than normal).
  3. Ted Morrison reminded all members that June 12 will be the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood’s first Paul Harris Fellowship Awards Night. The June 10 meeting is cancelled and everyone and their spouses are urged to attend this event when two Paul Harris Fellowships will b awarded to two deserving people in our City, for their outstanding community service. Past President of Rotary International and Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Rotary Foundation, Wilf Wilkinson, will be our guest speaker s A sign-up sheet will be forthcoming.
  4. Incoming President Robbie Larocque passed around the Rotary Club Committee sign up sheets for the 2014-2015 Rotary year and urged all members to sign up for a committee or two, to ensure that your talents will be used right where you feel is best, to help our Rotary Club.
  5. President Al Finnigan  announced that there will be the monthly Board of Directors Meeting on may 20 (at 5 pm sharp) at the Golf Club. The agenda is filled with many items for the Board to review and act upon.. He also noted that the numbers for the Reverse Draw & Silent Auction ate not yet in. However, the Silent Auction will realize over $5,000.

ROTARY MOMENT  : none tonight.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speakers: John Williamson, Fairmore Family Law Financial Solutions (a firm offering analytic services to Family Law Counsel, Financial Services organizations and their clients, couples and individuals working through separation and divorce).

Bev Lemay, a licensed psychotherapist for over 35 years and a member of the College of Professional Social Workers, with the firm, The Centre for Constructive Thinking who works with adults, adolescents and children to help the reconstruct their thoughts and learn to think positively about their life.

Tom Hamer, a lawyer since 1979, with practices in Toronto and Whitby, and has practices Collaborative Law since 2003. Tom is the outgoing chair of Collaborative Practice Durham Region and is Vice President of the Ontario Collaborative law Federation.

Introducer: Past President Lennis Trotter

Thanked By: Past President Larry Hurren

Speaker’s Remarks: Ontario Collaborative Law Federation – A different Way to Divorce.

The three speakers, experts in their respective fields defined collaborative practice as a way to resolve disputes respectfully without going to court. In a separation or divorce, Collaborative Practice requires your commitment to mutual respect, open communication, information sharing and a mutually acceptable settlement. You and your spouse or partner work with your own lawyers and other trained professionals. They provide support and guidance as you work together on a solution that everyone can live with.

No single approach is right for everyone. Many couples who want a process that gives them control over the outcome, choose Collaborative practice or Collaborative Law.

Collaborative Practice works for couples who agree to behave ethically, listen objectively, disagree respectfully, make kids a priority, plan with the future in mind, work creatively and cooperatively, and keep their process out of the courts.

The Collaborative Team includes a lawyer who provides legal information for crafting an agreement, a financial consultant who helps develop viable financial options, a child specialist who addresses the needs of the children, and a family professional who helps with communications and emotions in a time of transition.

To help you with the many challenges in the dispute resolution process, Collaborative Practice provides specially trained lawyers and offers a team of other specialists to support you with financial issues, concerns about children, and emotional turmoil. The Collaborative Team lends advice, expertise and support at a time when you most need it.

The Collaborative Practice Durham Region is one of 17 groups of specially trained professionals across the Province that make up the Ontario Collaborative Law Federation.

They also cited many facts: 43% of married couples in Ontario will be divorced before their 30th anniversary. In common law situations, over 50% of common law arrangements are over in the first 5 years. The rate of divorce is increasing exponentially for those over 50 years of age. The average court case takes over 2 years. Collaborative practice is completed in less than 6 months.

Collaborative Law was started in Minnesota over 20 years ago.

The three speakers want to talk to Rotary Clubs because we are leaders in our community, that practice high ethical standards, and service to others. They ask us to help people choose “the alternative” to the court system. The Durham Region Collaborative law website is filled with over 40 professionals.

They encourage everyone to go to the website: www.durhamcollaborative.com and see fist hand, the better way. Collaborative Law is giving a couple the best human, legal, and financial conditions for their lives going forward.

Prenuptual agreement can also be created by the Collaborative Law group.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday May 6, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                              

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                              

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                   

1.  Is it the truth                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                     

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                      

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

 

Grace:   Walter Stewart                                 

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                                                 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott

                                                                                             

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  None this week

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Two Visitors/Guests this week; both Rotarians – Sandra Mimic . a Rotarian who recently moved from Kelowna BC, guest of Lennis Trotter and our speaker Mayor John Henry.  Welcome to both.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Robert Kipling drew the 3 of Diamonds

             

On The Door Next Week:    David Andrews & Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor Next Week – David Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS  David Andrews for a great time in Myrtle Beach including a chance to discuss Rotary with members of the Oshawa Club; Bob Elliott pleased not to see his name in the Toronto Star obits column; Devon Biddle for lunch with Gov. Gen. David Ongly hosted by the Oshawa Club; Pres. Al enjoyed the District Assembly this past Saturday, shared information about Satellite Club, which seem to be a part of the future of Rotary, also noted DG Valerie’s ability to relate to individual club needs; Hilda Finnigan for the success of our upcoming Reverse Draw; Mike McLaren for Silent Auction items; Robbie LaRoque for the Family Fun Day which turned out to be a Family WET Day, but was enjoyed by all; Alan Nason gave a SAD buck for the lack of Happy Bucks this week noting that this makes it easy to count!!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS     Hilda Finnigan put forward the suggestion that for our Social Night on May 27th we might like to attend the IL DIVO Concert at the GM Centre.  She suggested that members interested might need to purchase their own tickets.  Suggestions were also put forward that inquiry could be made re the availability of box seating.  Hilda will investigate further.  A show of hand indicated that several members are interested in this event.  Hilda also suggested that we might have dinner here as usual perhaps changing the time to 6PM to allow us to get to the concert for 8PM.

More info  to follow.

If there were other announcements please accept the editor’s apology for not noting them??!!

 

ROTARY MOMENT  none this week

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Our guest speaker for this week was Mayor John Henry who was introduced by Past President David Andrews as “someone who cares about Oshawa”.

       Mayor Henry began by telling us that he “is proud to be a Rotarian, one of a group who do amazing things locally and around the world”.

     He went on to speak about how the City of Oshawa has evolved since the 1960’s when the main, almost only, industry was General Motors, to today when we can boast of an evolving with UOIT, Durham College, Queen’s University Medial Programs at our hospital, TRIOS College, the Trent Campus ARTS Program and much more.  There is a lot of diversity in our City, many International students come here to study, there is much construction ongoing and in the planning stages.  Mayor Henry is proud of the fact that Durham Region Mayors have fostered a strong relationship, working together and supporting each other so that each of our communities is able to enjoy the benefits.

Several questions were asked and answered.

Past President Lennis Trotter thanked Mayor Henry for the update re Oshawa and around the Region.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. February 4th, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth?                                                          

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Bob Koski                           

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen:   Bob Elliott 

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

February 8 - Peter Dueck

February 9- Alan & Margaret Nason

                  - Kris Sachdeva

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS

 

Tom Reid   Keith Richards   Tamara Patty   Nancy Hammer- Strohl   Sharron Morrison   Carolyn Porter

 

SGT AT ARMS:  Alan Nason.

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW

Winner:   Marion                                           Card Drawn:   2 Hearts             

                

On The Door Next Week:   ??        Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Carol Reading

 

HAPPY BUCKS

 1.  Jodi – happy that Kris is back, and happy to be here

 2.  Kris – happy to be back, but he will need surgery

 3.  Eman – sad to have to sell Amr’s car but happy to have a new Turbo, red one 

 4.  Ted – happy that Kris is back, happy to welcome our guests, happy that Sharron is with us

 5.  Tom Reid – happy to be here to speak to our group

 6.  Andy – going away in two weeks

 7.  Peter – happy for his 81st birthday

 8.  Bob K. – Brooklin snowbanks are higher than those in Oshawa

 9.  Robbie – is happy that his first board meeting is over

10. Alan N. – happy for his and Margaret’s 55th anniversary, but Margaret says that it feels like 75!

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

1.  Lennis  - Monday, February 10th, 2014 – Kids’ Safety Village Meeting at 7:00 p.m.  

2.  Larry  - silent auction items are needed for our Reverse Draw on May 8th

3.  Jodi    - our Valentine Dinner is at Bistro ’67 on February 11th @ 6:00 pm

4.  Robbie – February is World Understanding Month

                  - volunteers are needed March 13th, 9:30 to 2:30 at Purple woods for clean-up duties

                  - thank you from Donna and Bruce Mackey for Christmas poinsettia

                  - thank you from Sharon Clark for our donation to Sharon’s Kids

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S):

 introduced by Alan N.

 

Carolyn Porter spoke about the First Nations Literacy Partnership Project, which is being presented at several Durham Board schools.  Our schools participate by sharing books, stories, art and music with northern First Nations schools.

Speakers thanked by Ted Morrison

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. January 21, 2014

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

                       

 

For January 21, 2014:

Door Greeters: Ted Morrison

                         Alan Nason

 

Grace: Myles Fisher

 

O’Canada: J. Andrew Lyons

 

Sgt.-At-Arms: J. Andrew Lyons

 

Toast to the Queen: Ted Morrison

 

Bulletin: Jodi Hewett

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

January 21 – Birthday – Patti Koski

January 21 – Birthday – Marion Mills

January 27 – Birthday – Myles Fisher

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Catherine Brown – Presenter

Perry Kirkbride - Presenter

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Devon Biddle       #267487                            Card Drawn:   3 of clubs

                

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Jodi – Valentines’ Meeting at Bistro ’67 – Tuesday, February 11 – Jodi will send out email to club – Please email Jodi to indicate if you can attend. This will be a fun evening for all.

Jodi – Bob Stewart has agreed to take the minutes for our bulletin for next week. Thanks Bob!

2.  Vice-President Robbie:

a)  Purple Woods – March 10 to 14. We didn’t make the lottery for working the kitchen, but they have asked us if we would be interested in providing 10 people per day for a maximum of 4 days to do maintenance in the Great Hall (clean tables, garbage, etc.)  Salary:  $100.00 per day.   -  Works out to $2.00 per hour for us – Consensus is to respectfully decline.

b)  Toronto East Rotary Club – Mardi Gras night – March 1st, 2014.  See Robbie for more information.

c)  Thank you card received from the Salvation Army for our Christmas donation.

d)  Thank you card received from Sharon’s’ Kids, Durham Children’s Aid Society for our Christmas donation.

e)  Fundraising Valentines Night at the Jubilee Pavilion – February 1st – Fundraiser for Friends of the 2nd Marsh. See Robbie for details.

f)  Thank you from O’Neill Collegiate for our donation to their Citizenship & Ethical Standards awards – winner Dale Dressian

g)  Thank you from Sharron Morrison for flowers and visitation on the passing of her mom

h)  February 2 – Music night – Rotary fundraiser – see Robbie for details

 

ELECTIONS: Pat Dyck – Secretary

Eamonn Doyle, Shawn Kellam and Robert Kipling will stay on for a 2nd year term

Lennis Trotter and Ted Morrison will come on board for a two year term

Motion by Andy Lyons to close nominations on floor/Seconded by Myles Fisher.

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Mike McLaren – congratulations to all who came out tonight – very cold!! 20 Fahrenheit in Canada / 20 Celsius in Florida

2.  Myles Fisher – only a few branches came down on his property

3.  Robert Kipling – Robert and Caroline are heading to Lima, Peru and will be back February 18th

4.  Robert Stewart – brought golf bag for Reverse Draw (Given to Ted)

5.  Kris Sachdeva – is glad Andy is being so nice and friendly as Sgt at Arms

6.  Ted Morrison – forgot what he was happy about – booked Florida today – gone for month of March

7.  Devon Biddle – IS FAMOUS!  He and Linda were in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut for an Inuit presentation at a community centre – photo was taken – Devon and his friend are in photo in Globe & Mail  (not Linda)

8.  Robbie Larocque – Town of Whitby has approved the plans for the Safety Village

9.  Andy Lyons – has confirmed his February cruise for three weeks

 

ROTARY MOMENT  -  No Rotary moment tonight

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S): 

Catherine Brown – Marketing & Communications – Scouts Canada

Perry Kirkbride – Area Support Manager – Scouts Canada

Catherine Brown gave power point presentation and review of old and new programs being offered by Scouts Canada in particular their new Schools and Scouting program

Scouting area covered by them is 810,000 square kilometers (Algonquin Border to Manitoba border, Northern Ontario, White Pine Council, Ottawa to Quebec Border).

Speaker(s) thanked by:    Shawn Kellam  

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. January 14, 2014

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

                       

 

For January 14, 2014:

Door Greeters: Ted Morrison

   Andy Lyons

 

Grace: Ted Morrison

 

O’Canada: Peter Dueck

 

Sgt.-At-Arms: Bob Koski

 

Toast to the Queen: Jodi Hewett

 

Bulletin: Jodi Hewett

 

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

January 16 – Birthday – Dave Snowden (Jodi)

January 18 – Birthday – Pat Dyck

January 18 – Birthday – Dave Ruzsa

January 21 – Birthday – Patti Koski

January 21 – Birthday – Marion Mills

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Kenisha Dyas  - Guest of Lennis Trotter

Aimee Chada – Guest Speaker

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Pat Dyck                                           Card Drawn:   4 spades             

                

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Lennis Trotter – Re:  Kids Safety Village  - Monday, February 10, 2014 – Kids Safety Village Meeting at 7:00 p.m. 

 

2.  Janice Leschinsky – Membership Committee – Please be sure to provide the name of any new business person or business that you know of starting up in Oshawa to our Membership Committee for follow-up. 

-- Janice assigned a number to all in the room.  #1 – you are to contact Lennis  #2 – you are to contact Janice Leschinsky     #3 you are to contact Mike McLaren    #4 – you are to contact Ted Morrison.

These members of the Membership Committee wish to speak with you about potential members, ideas, ways you might assist in expanding our membership.

Janice showed a centerfold page from a Port Perry newspaper portraying current activities of the Rotary Club of Port Perry – Great advertisement for their club!

3.  Devon Biddle -  Attendance at meetings is always down in January, February and March and since we have to pay for dinners, Members of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood can bring a guest/spouse to join us to make up our numbers. Subsequent Rule made:  One visit per person (to Mike M’s chagrin!)

4.  Pat Dyck -  Secretary Pat advised the membership of a Board decision to appoint Rotarian Mike McLaren as a Director at Large to assist in maintaining our directors numbers on the board. 

 

At this time, Pat opened the floor for nominations for the position of:

1.   President:. Currently our Vice-President Elect Robbie Larocque has agreed to stand for President.  No other nominations were received from the floor and motion to close was made by Lennis Trotter.

2.  Vice-President:  Director Mike McLaren has agreed to stand for Vice-President Elect.  No other nominations were

received from the floor and motion to close was made by Ted Morrison.

5.  Vice-President Robbie’s Announcements:

1.  February 9, 2014 is the Toronto Marlies game.  Robbie has the contact info.

2.  February 8, 2014 is the Grant Seminar – our club must have at least two people attend. Ted Morrison, Kris Sachdeva, Marsha Chambers and Lennis Trotter have agreed to attend.

4.  Don’t forget to include your family members/other relatives as possible Rotarians.

5.  Thank you card from Donna Clarke (Greg Kane’s wife) for the Christmas Poinsettia

6.  Thank you card from McLaughlin Collegiate “2013 Girls Night  event” which our club supported

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Andy Lyons – Sad buck – Cost $1,400 for car repairs and branch/tree clean up – Devon won’t write him a cheque

2.  Devon Biddle – Skate-a-thon collections were going slow – sat for 4 hours and collected from 3 people – decided to go to lunch and someone came in after they left with $400 plus  -- NOTE: Alan Nason advised one young man raised $469

3.  Kris Sachdeva – was in Cancun last week with family – did not get stuck at airport – plane managed to fly out just before nightmare started

4.  Wayne Routly – Commented on our large number of snowbirds. Attended his Bowmanville club this morning. They have visiting Rotarian from Blind River who with his spouse comes “South to Bowmanville” for January and February each year.

5.  Bob Koski – went skating at Legends with 10 yr old and 6 yr old – second skating time this season

6.  Mike McLaren – Thanks to Devon for sponsoring people for the next 3 months – Mike has lots of business contacts he will be approaching.

7.  Alan Nason – took Margaret to the Keg for her birthday (glad that Robbie reminded him of her birthday)

8.  Robbie Larocque – went skating with his daughter and her friend with the Oshawa Generals

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S):  Aimee Chada from Thorntonview Long Term Care

Aimee brought along a power point presentation relating the care and programs offered at Thorntonview Long Term Care in Oshawa.

Speaker thanked by:  Walter Stewart

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

Read more...

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tues. January 7, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque – Standing in for President Al

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Bob Elliott (for Devon Biddle – not in room yet)

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen:   Larry Hurren                

                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

January 10 – Birthday – Margaret Nason

January 12 – Birthday – Rhonda Stewart

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

 

Hayley McNamara – Rotaract – Durham College

Shayan Methot – Rotaract – Durham College

Cherlene Cheuns – Rotaract – Durham College

Laura Vaillaincourt – Durham Philharmonic

 

 

SGT AT ARMS:  Andy Lyons

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner:   Pat Dyck                                           Card Drawn:   6 hearts             

                

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison        Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Jodi Hewett

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Marion Mills – gave grandchildren Christmas present at Niagara Falls Fallsview Water Park with Grandma – Great time!

2.  Bob Elliott -  Happy New Year to everyone

3.  Pat Dyck – Belated Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all  - went to St. Marten’s for 3 weeks – Ken didn’t want to come home

4.   Devon Biddle – Had excellent Ukrainian Christmas with Robert Kipling – Robert was great handling 15 kids

5.  Janice Leschinsky -  Had a nice break from Rotary and a cozy Christmas holiday

6.  Larry Hurren – January 10 his Mom turns 91 years old – is still doing really well

7.  Ted Morrison – first Christmas at the new house – instead of having 44 people for Christmas – went to daughter’s where there were 13 people – Sharron’s mom (93 years old) is in hospital with broken hip and failing kidneys  

8.  Alan Nason – won card draw but has received no cheque yet – Devon presented cheque for 30/70 draw - $191.00 to Alan

9.  Mike McLaren – Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

10.  Shayan Methot – At the top of his happy list he was to get pumpkin pie over the holidays

11.  Andy Lyons – had a great Christmas and New Years

12. Pres-Elect -  Robbie Larocque – took 17 players from a girls hockey team to a suite at the GM centre for an event – ate huge amounts of popcorn (approx 20 bowls). Great time. 

Ted Morrison -- Thank you to Haley McNamara – Great President and Ambassador for Rotaract who has managed to maintain a 4.0 grade average.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Robert Kipling for Lennis Trotter – Re:  Kids Safety Village  - Monday, January 13, 2014 – Kids Safety Village Meeting at 7:00 p.m.  

2.  Robbie Larocque - Al Finnigan has been able to secure a Via Rail prize worth over $800 for our Reverse Draw

3.  District 7070 Rotary Fundraiser – hockey gave – Toronto Marlies v. Bull Dogs – proceeds to Polio Plus – February 29, 2014

4.  Grant Management Seminar – need two people from our club to attend – MANDATORY IF WE WANT TO APPLY FOR ANY GRANTS FOR ANY PROJECTS!!!  Date:  Saturday, February 8, 2014 – Oshawa Shrine Club

5.  Bob Elliott – Guatemala Literacy Program - $339,191 was raised in 2013

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - No Rotary Moment

 

GUEST SPEAKER(S):   

1 – Hayley McNamara, Shayan Methot, Cherlene Cheuns – Rotaractors from Durham College - UOIT

Introduced by Marion Mills  -- Marion is pleased to introduce and welcome the best Ambassadors we have ever had!

Cherlene Cheuns – 2nd year Legal Students, plays piano and soccer

Shayan Methot – 3rd year Business Accountant, Senior Student Ambassador, 1st year with Rotaract Club

Hayley McNamara – Rotaract President – has completed her event coordination studies

Update on Durham College Rotaract Club activities:

1.  Hayley - Rotaractors created a pin to present to people to who helped someone else, did something for someone else that was Rotarian Rotary – the  “Pay it Forward” pin.  This program was hugely successful in bringing awareness to the Durham College Rotoract program

2.  Shayan – Rotaract Club ran fundraisers for Horizon House –  Bake Sale and Purple Pinky – The bake sale raised $335.00. They also received an excellent story in the Durham College Chronicle regarding the polio eradication campaign

3.  Hayley – the Peace Photo Contest of 2012 – 2013 that was spearheaded by the Durham College – UOIT Rotaract Club was a great success with 180 submissions – a Canadian entry was the winner. They are looking forward to spearheading the 2013 – 2014 Peace Photo Contest and are partnering with India, Brazil and England Rotoract clubs.

4.  Cherlene – The Rotaractors enjoyed attending the Deerhurst Conference and attended the MLT(not sure, sorry) Challenges program presentation.  

5.  Cherlene  - their next big cause is Human Trafficking

6.  Hayley – The Durham College-UOIT Rotaract Club has 40 active members and another 280 students interested in the Rotaract Club.

7.  Hayley presented a cheque to Ted Morrison  for funds raised by the Durham College Rotaract Club for the Polio Plus campaign in the amount of $201.22.

Ted Morrison – Ted announced that the amount of $201.22 will immunize 1,000 children with the polio vaccine and thanked Hayley

 

GUEST SPEAKER:

#2.  Laura Vaillaincourt – Durham Philharmonic Orchestra

Update on Durham Philharmonic Orchestra – Audience Development Campaign

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  October 3, 2014 is the Mayor’s Philharmonic Gala

·         Regent theatre has 600 seats

·         Looking for sponsorship to encourage and enable students, seniors and other community residents to attend concerts

·         Looking at sponsorship costs of $31(approx) per student/seniors ticket and $53 (approx) per adult ticket

·         Sponsorship package of 5 concerts per year for Adults $265.00/$155.00 for students/seniors

Speakers thanked by Larry Hurren

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2014

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling 

                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

 Donna Clark Nov. 24th,

Bob Stewart Nov. 25th – Best Wishes to both

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

 none this week

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Robert Kipling drew the eight of hearts  

                

On The Door Next Week:          ????                               Bulletin Editor Next Week  Ted Morrison

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Robert Kipling is  HAPPY that Saskatchewan won the Grey Cup and for the success of our Rotary Class Act fundraiser

 

 Bob Stewart told a Skatethon story, and one about a client who bought a condo for his daughter, who is attending university (he could not find suitable accommodation!!??)

 

 Eamonn Doyle – escaping to the south for three weeks, and welcome to Sandy McDowell another journalist

 

 Larry Hurren  – special hockey recognition for his grandson, Ben; also for our support of his grandson (sorry Larry, I forgot his name) in the Rotary Skateathon

 

Marion Mills  – the miracle return of a “little red hen” in Nashville

 

 Devon Biddle – success of Class Act; Jill Fisher winning 50/50 (Myles bought ++tickets); donation to Foundation; SAD that the Tiger Cats lost!!!

 

  Carol Reading  – order for cakes and hams will be placed tomorrow, delivery Dec. 2

 

  Bob Koski  – happy he could fix his neighbours’ computer problem

 

 Alan Nason  – successful Class Act; good play

 

 President Al Finnigan – Class Act – great play, sell out crowd

 

 Eman Attala– happy to be here

 

ANNOUNCEMENT:

 RobbieLarocque has submitted our application to participate in the Purple Woods Maple Sugar Festival in March 2014; also a request for HELP, he needed a ride home – several Rotarians offered assistance

 

Carol Reading – cut off for orders for cakes and hams                                    

 

Bob Koski  – “thanks” to committee, those who donated prizes (Marion Mills, Mike McLaren, Sandy McDowell and Kim Boatman, Andy Lyons, Bob Stewart) and all members for success of Class Act Fundraiser; a SELL OUT; the most money raised to date, $7,303.00

 

 President Al Finnigan  – Read a “Thank You” Letter from Simcoe Hall Settlement House for donation towards Christmas Hampers (more than 1400 families in need); World Community Service Committee donation to Jinja Connection (our speaker two weeks ago) to help provide for street children in this small African community; complimentary tickets available (from Sandy McDowell) for Victorian Christmas on Saturday December 7th at the Oshawa Museum; Skatethon December 1st, 1130 – 2:00, pictures taken today

 

 Hilda Finnigan – passing around sign up sheet for Participation House Dinner – Dec. 3rd; Christmas Potluck, Tuesday December 10th hosted by Lennis and Esther Trotter, sign up to attend and to donate a dish for dinner; last year’s information available if needed – time is moving quickly

 

ROTARY MOMENT??   - President Al Finnigan presented Sandy McDowell with her Rotary Pin and the Rotary information package

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : 

This portion of our meeting tonight consisted of the Annual Meeting of our Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation ,  our Club’s Foundation and was conducted by Past President Devon Biddle.  Devon explained the purpose of founding the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood Charitable Foundation (not to be confused with Rotary International Foundation).  Charitable receipts can be issued to those who donate to our club through our foundation.  Minutes of the meeting of Nov. 2012 were accepted as printed.  Officers of the Club Foundation are Past Presidents of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood.  Monies accumulated in this account can be utilized for our donations to other registered charities.

 

   Hilda Finnigan took a few minutes to explain the “challenge” being issued to Rotary Clubs in District 7070.  This challenge is to significantly “increase” the number of people who have “registered consent” to donate organs and tissue at the time of their death.  This campaign is supported by our District 7070 Governor Valarie Wafer and will be issued to all Presidents in the near future.  Oshawa Parkwood has a campaign page set up – to participate in the challenge – go to beadonor.ca/oshawaparkwoodrotary-org click on register or check consent.  From there follow the directions on the page and you will see that you are already registered or you may register at that time.  Hilda will be collecting data every three months with the help of staff from Trillium Gift of Life Network.  You should also encourage family and friends to participate in this challenge.  Let’s see what we can do as Rotarians to increase these numbers – no monetary donation required – just TWO minutes of your time.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                                   MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday Nov. 19, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.      

                                                                                                                                                                          

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Myles Fisher

                                   

O Canada: Petr Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott  

                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES 

 Best Wishes to Eamon Doyle

Bob and Launi Elliott celebrating 50 yrs on November 23rd

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 

Jennifer Frey – Whitby Sunrise Club;

Kim Boatman,

Sandy McDowell,

Kelly Lloyd

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Devon drew the three of spades

                

On The Door Next Week:   Carol Reading                            Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Marion Mills for the success of Class Act Dinner Theatre and for Juri (our exchange student) who turned 20 on Nov. 9th and is attending university, according to her plan;

 

Bob Koski for the ticket sales and raffle ticket prize donations for Class Act

 

 Larry Hurren passing around his grandson’s skatethon pledge sheet

 

 David Andrews for a successful Leadership Institute, birthday party for Bob Wallace, thanks to the press coverage re our cakes and hams, and the traffic jam caused by the Santa Claus Parade

 

 Ted Morrison for the continuing saga of his move!!, for his mother in law moving to Hillsdale, and for the positive evaluations received for David’s presentation at the  Leadership Institute

 

 Carol Reading for the press coverage of the Cakes and Ham Project and phone calls received

 

 Kris Sachdeva for a reminder that Nov. 14th was the birthdate of the first Prime Minister of India and that he had written a paper in school regarding this man

 

 Lennis for a good membership meeting

 

Kim Boatman enjoying the “fun” of this meeting

 

 Jodi noting press coverage of the parade including her 95 yr old friend John Richardson on the front page

 

Pres. Al thanking club members for their ongoing commitment and hard work

 

 Alan Nason a sad buck – the plumber got caught in the traffic jam!?!

 

 Robert Kipling for the success of the Saskatchewan Rough Riders and his distress at being caught in the traffic jam enroute to the LCBO on Saturday – had to ask spectators to move chairs so that he could get home!!!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS -  

Carol Reading – the deadline for orders for cakes and hams is  December 2nd

Marion Mills – 199 tickets sold for Class Act;  Hilda Finnigan – Christmas Potluck Dinner on Tuesday December 10th, hosted by Lennis and Esther Trotter – sign up sheet will be circulated starting next week; Jodi Hewett – Participation House Christmas is on Tuesday December 3rd - $40.00 per person – sign up sheet is circulating; Devon Biddle – Annual General Meeting of Parkwood Foundation is Tuesday November 26th; Pres. Al – Board Meeting will be at 5PM on Dec. 17th prior to our regular meeting, the preliminary meeting for Reverse Draw 2014 is tonight at 8PM- Reverse Draw draw May 8th 2014

 

ROTARY MOMENT  for this meeting was the induction of a new member, Kim Boatman.

      Kim and her sister Sandy McDowell own and operate The Oshawa Express newspaper, a weekly community paper in the City of Oshawa. Born in New Brunswick, both women moved to Ontario at a young age and have a strong commitment to family and community.  Kim joined Sandy in the newspaper business ten years ago and together they have developed  the Oshawa Express newspaper.  Both are looking forward to participating in the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood. 

     Kim was presented with her Rotary Pin and name badge.  She expressed her thanks to Lennis Trotter for introducing her (and Sandy) to Rotary, stating that she is looking forward to learning more and participating in club activities. Members present welcomed Kim with a round of applause

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Lennis Trotter introduced Jennifer Frey from the Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise who gave a presentation on membership enhancement including a short video.  This outlined the need for clubs to make some adjustments in the traditional methods in order to attract and maintain young professionals in Rotary. Jennifer also noted that she was introduced to Rotary through the RYLA Program and encouraged to attend by Todd Skinner.

 

                                  Jodi Hewitt introduced Kelly Lloyd who spoke about the Big Brothers/Big Sister organization.  This organization focuses on children ages 6 – 18 years of age who have a need for companionship/mentoring outside of their home setting.  Currently, there are approx. 350 children being mentored and some 50+ on the waiting list.  90% are boys and some have been waiting for more than 2 years.  There are several programs available – the traditional 1/1 mentoring, couples for kids, in school mentoring, Big Bunch (for children on the waiting list), Go Girls and Game On (for ages 5 – 8).  There is always a need for volunteers in these programs.

Marion Mills thanked Kelly for her presentation, noting the positive impact of this program for children and that some of our members have been/are involved.

 

Meeting Adjourned

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

                     MINUTES OF MEETING :  November 12, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Larry Hurren

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling                                                                                       

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Kristen Kellam November 12

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Kim Boatman, Sandy McDowell, Kelly Lloyd, Allison Edwards, Heather Edwards

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Devon Biddle drew the Queen of Diamonds

 

                

On The Door Next Week:  Carol Reading                          Bulletin Editor Next Week  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS :

- Jodi Hewett is pleased that the Santa Claus Parade is once again looking very successful (Nov. 16th)

- Dave Andrews – pleased to participate with other members in the Remembrance Day Parade and placing of our wreath; proud that his cousins actually had “Tea with the Queen” on a recent trip to England;

- Devon celebrating the birth date of opening his own  business – 40 yrs ago – Nov. 14th, 1973;

- Mike McLaren – thankful of the many worthy causes supported by Rotary;

- Larry Hurren will be collecting for his grandsons’ participation in Skatethon;

- Marion Mills – had a great weekend in Nashville with her Mother and other family, did not really need to hear about Mayor Ford on the Nashville news station???, also, noted it is always wise to bring your wallet to Rotary meetings!!;

 - EmanAttala  very proud of her son Rawy and his achievements recognized at Commencement - raising $65,000 for Relay for Life – “He Will Make a Difference” for our world;

- MarshaChambers – really happy that her 20 yr old car, loaded made it to the west end of Toronto without a mishap, and is enjoying sharing a house with her friend, although some adjustments have to be made on both their parts;

- Bob Koski thanked everyone for their efforts in ensuring another successful Class Act Night, also, some trivia – today is 11/12/13!!!;

- Hilda Finnigan sad to see the snow today, wants to be in the sunny south;

- Ted Morrison – the move is coming close and work is getting done – Sharron is planning her shopping trip!!;

- WalterStewart attended the Peter Perry Awards Dinner in Whitby where Todd Skinner was recognized with the naming of an award “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” in his honour; also welcomed our prospective new member

ANNOUNCEMENTS :

- Hilda Finnigan – Rotary Christmas Party will be hosted by Lennis and Esther on Tuesday Dec. 10th, same format as last year with everyone bringing a dish – Hilda and Esther will cook ham and turkey

 - Marion Mills – Cakes and Hams will be ordered on November 25th – orders due NOW

 - Carol Reading’s brother is back in hospital

-  Bob Koski – Class Act ticket sales at 180+; there will be raffle tickets and a 50/50 draw; sellers                                                                needed

- Ted Morrison – reminded us of the disaster in the Phillipines and suggested that our club donate $2000.00 which will purchase two shelter boxes,(will become $4000.00 when  matched by the District) – Motion by Ted, seconded by Larry Carried. 

- Jodi Hewett – Participation House Christmas Dinner – Tuesday December 3rd, $40.00/plate

-  Devon Biddle – annual meeting of Oshawa Parkwood Foundation will be on Tuesday November 26th

- Pres. Allan Finnigan – Short Board Meeting tonight at 8PM; Reverse Draw meeting on Tuesday No. 19th

 

ROTARY MOMENT:

Hilda Finnigan shared her thoughts on Rotary, making new friends, involvement in projects such as Safety Village,  Ribfest, Conferences, etc.. Doing good things for others and sharing in the comraderie of the club and others are very important aspects of what Rotary has to offer.

GUEST SPEAKER  : 

Jodi Hewett introduced Kelly Lloyd, Heather Edwards and Allison Edwards.  Allison spoke to us about the “Jinja Connection” an education based program for children living on the streets and other vulnerable areas around Jinja in Uganda.  There is a commitment to provide education, medical care and intent to return the child to the family environment of there own culture and community.

    Devon Biddle thanked Allison for sharing this program and its’ needs with us.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

             MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday November 5, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Alan Nason

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Sam Ruparelia                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  none

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Kim Boatman and Sandra McDowell – guests of Lennis Trotter (apology for not having last names)

                                                    Sue Simson – guest speaker

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Pat Dyck drew the 7 of clubs   

                

On The Door Next Week: Carol Reading                         Bulletin Editor Next Week  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  Lennis announced a Safety Village Meeting Monday November 18; 7PM @ Safety Village

                                        Membership Committee meeting November 19th; 5PM prior to regular Rotary meeting

                              Dave Andrews – any overage in Halloween candy please donate for skatethon; plans coming together well – on Rink #2 this

                                                     year – registration in same area as before

                                  Bob Koski – Class Act; November 20th – meeting 8PM tonight – raffle prizes needed ++

                                  Hilda Finnigan – update on members, Bob Elliott recovering from knee surgery; Janice Lechinsky dealing with family issues;

                                  wreath ordered for Remembrance Day – members invited to march to Memorial Park on November 11th ; support approved

                                   for Interact Club at MCVI; Bob Stewart will present our award at MCVI commencement on Friday November 8th

                               sacrificing a Leafs game to do this -  Way to go Bob!!

                                Andy Lyons – cake and ham orders due next week

                               Pres. Al – Polio Day article in Oshawa Express; Engage Rotary Pins on the tables – please take one

                               Marsha Chambers – moving day on November 8th – will be back at least once a month, weather permitting       

HAPPY BUCKS  Dave Andrews – Rotary Leadership Institute in Barrie a Success; comment re the size of the District;

                        happy that Skatethon is coming together well

                           Kris Sachdeva – Movember – recognizing Prostate Cancer Month/ one in 6 – 10 men will get it

                           Larry Hurren – had 5 numbers in Lotto Max – only $130.00 in winnings – disappointed!!

                          Ted Morrison – never moving again (included an unprintable threat to Sharron)

                          Alan Nason – wife will not allow a mustache

                          Andy Lyons – Carol and Devon doing a good job with cakes and hams; noted the President’s picture in the paper 

                        Lennis Trotter – welcome to Kim and Sandra

                          Robert Kipling – noted that in spite of the e reader, book sales at the Library saw an income of $22,000

                               Thanks to Rotarians who participated – next sale will be April 2014

                          Bob Koski – no one around to play golf so spent this nice day raking leaves!!!

                          Bob Stewart – offered raffle prize for Class Act

                          Sam Ruparelia – “happy”

 

ROTARY MOMENT   Devon Biddle told us how he got involved and has stayed involved for over 37 years; first memories of Rotary are from high school years when living in Ajax and attending functions sponsored by Rotary Clubs; had been invited to join Kiwanis but with two young children and his own business thought he was “too busy”!

He met Lennis in 1976 and was invited to Parkwood Rotary; recognized a number of members and enjoyed the scotch before a meeting “got the dust out of his mouth”!! Has now switched to wine!!

Memories include – selling tickets on a van; the challenge of getting this vehicle in and out of malls; social events; contacts in business; conferences

Served on the Board – Vice Pres., President, Secretary (for eighteen years), likes to” mind other people’s business”; now treasurer; appreciates Rotary’s focus on giving back, community and vocational service,

      Fellowship and comradrie is great “his friends are here”.

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Hilda Finnigan introduced Sue Simeson, Principal of Clara Hughes Public School

      The facts presented by Sue were astounding to many of us. Clara Hughes Public School has 550 students many of whom are living below the poverty line.  Statistics in Durham show 10%; in Oshawa 20%!!!  These children often have health problems and developmental disorders resulting in lower education and living in poverty as adults.  There are nine schools in Oshawa identified as having children in need.  At Clara Hughes the focus is to increase academic levels among the children, supporting parents to become involved, partnering with community resources and programs to accomplish this. In return children are encouraged to give back.

                         Ignite – lifelong learning; Celebrate – our community; Dream – of an empowered future

    Marsha Chambers thanked Sue for her presentation which outlined some realities for our club members.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, October 29, 2013 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

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Door:   Walter Stewart

Bulletin:   Jodi Hewett & Marsha Chambers

Sgt. At Arms:  Alan Nason

Grace:  Hilda Finnigan

O Canada:  Peter Dueck

Toast to the Queen:  Shawn Kellam

                                                                                                                                                                                   

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

None this week

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Walter Stewart

Speaker:   Irania Ledesme – Aids Society of Durham

Wayne Routly, Assistant District Governor  (Bowmanville Club)

Emmanuel Iheme – Sergeant Durham Regional Police  (Oshawa Club)

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:            Andy Lyons                                                       Card Drawn:      6 of Spades                .    

                

On The Door Next Week:                                   Bulletin Editor Next Week:

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Ted Morrison – Thanks to Jodi for our Club District 7070 Conference  Hospitality Suite

                            - Having fun disconnecting utilities for his upcoming   move

                            - Praised Hilda’s speech of beadonor.ca  breakout session at the District 7070 Conference

2.  Wayne Routly – Won a Tim Horton gift certificate for putting contest in our Club’s Hospitality Suite at the District Conference

3.  Mike McLaren – attended courses re:  Estate Planning and Retiree survey

4.  Robbie Larocque – Enjoyed family time in pumpkin patch

                                  - Robbie and Terri-Lynn had great time at District 7070 Conference

5.  Bob Koski – had a great trip to London & Paris (A Tale of 2 Cities)

                       -  Took 6 days to adjust to time zone

6.  Devon Biddle – kudos to Jodi for our District 7070 Conference Hospitality Suite

                            - $162.50 in donation jug for PolioPlus from our putting contest at the District Conference

7.  Andy Lyons – Represented our Rotary Club at Band Memorial Friday night – concert and service) at the Regent Theatre

                        - 60th Anniversary of Korean War

8.  Walter Stewart – Walter & Sue attended a charity dance for A.L.S.

9.  Robert Kipling – Giant Book sale at McLaughlin Library

10.  Hilda Finnigan – Great District 7070 Conference and our club’s hospitality suite

                               -  Alan Nason & Wife, Hilda and Al and Judith Upoff enjoyed lunch at the Nason’s

11.  Al Finnigan – Great job Jodi for all the work and signage at the District 7070 Conference Hospitality Suite

                          -  enjoyed the entire District 7070 Conference

12.  Allan Nason – ended with “Life is what you make it” joke

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

1.  Andy Lyons – sent catalogues around for Friday Night’s Remembrance concert and Service at the Regent Theatre

                           showing our Club’s half page ad supporting our veterans

                         - will be back from his cruise on December 9, 2013

                         - Devon Biddle and Carol Readinf are co-ordinating the Cakes & Hams sales

2.  Bob Koski  - Class Act Dinner Theater Tickets – have sold 172 to date – Committee meeting next week re raffles, draws

3.  Dave Andrews – Skate-a-Thon – Please stay for extra 15 minutes after status and distribution of forms

4.  Al Finnigan – Janice Leschinksy’s son has been found         

                        -  Terry’s mother passed away last Friday

5.  Hilda Finnigan – perhaps Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood can make a donation in Terry’s name

6.  Devon Biddle - $3,000 plus has been donated in memorium to our foundation – suggested donation to the Safety Village

7.  Robert Kipling – as Terry is involved in International Services perhaps donation to International Services

8.  Al Finnigan – Stephanie Fox Comrey (teacher at MCVI and Whitby Rotarian)  – thank you from McLaughlin (girls night out)

                        - Bob Stewart will present our club’s award cheque at McLaughlin CVI  Commencement

Presentation:

Presentation was made by Hilda Finnigan to Irania Ledesme in the amount of $597.00 being the donations from the 2012 Trump AIDS Poker Walk

Speaker: Emmy Iheme, Incoming President of the Oshawa Rotary Club told our club about his work in the anti doping at the last 2 winter Olympics and his ongoing work with testing of professional athletes in Canada.

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                                    MINUTES OF MEETING :  October 22, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                               

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                       

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                

Toast To The Queen :  Myles Fisher

Sgt. At Arms:  Alan Nason

Bulletin:  Marsha Chambers for Jodi Hewett  (THANKS MARSHA – AWESOME JOB!!)                                                                        

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Birthday – Jill Fisher – October 25

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Kim Boatman – guest of Lennis Trotter

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Robbie Larocque                                      Card Drawn:   Jack of Spades    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Walter Stewart             Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marsha Chambers for Jodi Hewett

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Devon Biddle – Happy Andy Lyons is going away

2.  Carol Reading – great time at Rotoract Meet & Greet on Monday Night at UOIT – Durham College

3.  David Andrews – enjoyed Monday luncheon meeting od the Oshawa Rotary Club with Past Rotary International

     President as the guest speaker Wilf Wilkinson

4.  Marsha Chambers – Wallet lost and money cleaned out at Freshco but wallet found and returned by Rotary recipient

5.  Andy Lyons – Hosted Jaycee Senate 30th Anniversary

6.  Hilda Finnigan – Enjoyed Saturday luncheon with 250 alumni of Ontario Nurses

7.  Kim Boatman – Thanks to Lennis for invite and she enjoyed the Rotary camaraderie

8.  Robert Kipling – Attended new Bistro 67 at Durham College and dined out with Caroline, Devon and Linda

9.  Ted Morrison – found another house – moves November 29

     - Rotarian Magazine this month (be sure to read the letter from R.I. President Ron Burton)

      Please note Andy Lyons says we’ll be there and help him even more

10.  Robbie Larocque – picked pumpkins with family at the Found Family Farm

11.  Al Finnigan – thanks to Jodi for help with our Rotary Club Hospitality Suite at the upcoming Rotary District 7070

        Conference at Deerhurst Resort this weekend

12.  Alan Nason – Thanks to Andy for promotion re: cakes and hams co-chair

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

1.  Devon Biddle – The Rotaract / Rotary District 7070 Dinner to assist UOIT students , held October 4 at Tosca were a

     phenomenal success with all proceeds from pledges, draws, tickets, etc = $65,500 plus some major donors

     announcing even more donations

 

2.  Robert Kipling – brought in a copy of Oshawa Times November 23, 1979, naming Andy Lyons Jaycees Young Man of

    the Year and gave it to Andy for memories sake

 

3.  Hilda Finnigan – handed out the Revised Members List and asked everyone to please check and make necessary

    changes

 

4.  Dave Andrews – Skate-a-thon – December 1st -  pledge sheets will be here next week – to cut down print costs – we

     need everyone’s help next week – from 8:00 to 8:30 p.m. – to number the sheets and distribute them to the leagues

 

5.  Andy – Al Nason named co-chair for Hams & Cakes/Hams & Cakes will be delivered to Devon Biddle’s house

 

6.  Al Finnigan – re:  Our Hospitality Suite at the District 7070 Conference on Friday night will feature Puttin’ for Polio,

    And  Safety Village brochures, Room 325 at Deerhurst Resort – wear your golf clothes and help us out

 

7.  October 24 proclaimed “Polio Day in Oshawa” by Mayor John Henry and Presidnet Alan Finnigan received The

    Proclamation to the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood from fellow Rotarian and Mayor John Henry

 

8.  there will be a short Board meeting afterwards tonight

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

Terry DeYoung – spoke of importance of giving back to the community, more than you get, instilled by his parents at a very early age. And thanked Dave Andrews for inviting him to join Rotary and when he got to his first meeting , he runs into fellow skier Andy Lyons. Amazing

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :   Ted Morrison

Ted spoke on Historical significance of Rotary’s Association with the United Nations and World Health Organizations and gave us a comprehensive updated report on the status on the United Nations Millennium Goals and where the world stands, as it gets closer to the 2015 target date. In short, many targets have been met or are in reach. For more information on those goals, be sure to go to  http://www.un.org/millenniumgoals/pdf/report-2013/mdg-report2013_pr_global-english.pdf

The UN Millennium goals so closely resemble the Rotary Foundation’s 6 Areas of Focus. And if it were not for Rotary, the UN Millennium Goals may not be as far along as they are . Thanks Rotarians.

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

 

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, October 15, 2013 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

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Door:    Walter Stewart

Bulletin:           Jodi Hewett

Sgt. At Arms:  Andy Lyons

 

Grace:                 Kris Sachdeva

O Canada:           Marion Mills                                                                                                                                      

Toast To The Queen:  Hilda Finnigan                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

1. Birthday – October 16 – Cheryl Carter

2. Birthday – October 19 – Terri Lynn Larocque

3. Birthday – October 15 – Ken Dyck

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Walter Stewart

Rotoractors:    Hayley McNamara and Ryan Reid

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:           Robert Kipling                     Card Drawn:              4 of Spades                .    

                

On The Door Next Week:       Walter Stewart                                 Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Jodi Hewett

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1.  Eman Attalla – On November 1st Rawy is receiving a Memorial Honour in New York – can’t go due to schooling

2.  Carol Reading – Wonderful weekend –ate turkey for 3 days

3.  Marion Mills – Welcome to our Rotoractors

4.  Devon Biddle – Best Man at a Wedding in Taralok, Indiana – cousin didn’t know where Cape Spear NFLD was even though is closer to it in the U.S.

5.  Marsha Chambers – Visited her new home in Toronto – picked grapes/apples – got house key

6.  Pat Dyck – Ken Dyck’s birthday today – HAPPY BIRTHDAY was sung with a “CHA-CHA-CHA!”

7.  Bob Stewart – Rhonda and Bob saw “Rush” car racing movie – good!

8.  Robert Kipling – 1.  Sad buck – didn’t pick the Ace of Spades/2.  Went to Muslim Friends for dinner to celebrate the Islamic holiday – had turkey

9.  Lennis Trotter – 1.  Went to Hershey – his friend passed away while in Hershey/2.  Sundridge – Mom’s last sibling passed away

10.  Hilda Finnigan – 1.  Happy to have Rotoractors with us/2.  Closed trailer on the weekend

11.  Larry Hurren – raked leaves and suffered for two days

12.  Kris Sachdeva – Kris spent Thanksgiving with his grandkids – ate turkey for two days

13.  Walter Stewart – Is happy

14.  Dave Andrews – Welcome to our Rotoractors

15.  Ted Morrison – sold house but closing date is on Sharron’s annual New York shopping trip weekend so he may be moving on his own

October 15 – is Global Handwashing Day around the world

16.  Ryan Reid – Happy to be here

17.  Hayley McNamara – Happy to come and visit

18.  Andy Lyons – 1. Noticed nobody missed him/2.  Had good visit with grandkids in Ottawa

19.  Al Finnigan – 1. Welcome to Ryan & Hayley/2.  Enjoyed Mandarin Social Night 

    

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Andy Lyons – Andy has cakes and hams flyers and forms

2.  Ted Morrison –

    - Friday, Nov. 1 – Canadian Embassy – meet the Ambassador for Canada plus dinner cruise

   - Saturday, November 2 – Rotary Day at the United Nations in New York – Cost $45.00 (you must make your         own transportation and hotel arrangements)

3.  Marion Mills – Class Act night – November 16, 2013 – Marion has tickets and will get letter out to group to assist sales/door prizes items are needed

4.  Al Finnigan - Rotary 7070 District Conference in Huntsville – Hospitality suite:  “Golfers Dream”  wear your golf clothes

 

ROTARY MOMENT  - Larry Hurren

Larry found cassette tapes and one was a recording of a Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Bulletin, narrated by Rod Ross from the September 19, 1983 meeting. It was really well done – cassette was very clear for its age  – approximately 15 minutes long  

 

Cakes & Hams were being sold at that time for Cakes $9.00 and $10.50 and Hams = $25.00

 

SPECIAL CHEQUE PRESENTATION  - Al Finnigan/Devon Biddle

On behalf of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, a cheque for $1,000 was presented to Rotoractors Hayley McNamara and Ryan Reid to thank them for their wonderful assistance again at Ribfest this year.

Hayley advised that part of the funds would be going to purchase a camera for the winner of the International Rotoractors Photo contest.

Eman Attalla thanked them for their hard work and commitment to being Rotoractors

 

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING : Tuesday, October 1, 2013 

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

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Grace:   Jodi Hewett

                                   

O Canada:  Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Andy Lyons                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Birthday – Katie Osborne – October 3

Birthday – Hilda Finnigan – October 4

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Walter Stewart

Justice of the Peace Duncan Read (Speaker)

Mrs. Anne Read

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:            Bob Koski                                           #388       Card Drawn:      8 of Spades                .    

                

On The Door Next Week:       Walter Stewart                                 Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Jodi Hewett

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

1. Robert Kipling – Attended the 420 Wing Sabre Jet Restoration Fundraiser – had a great time

2. Marsha Chambers – sold her house for over asking price- real estate agent will purchase ticket for Class Act fundraiser and possible sponsor for Kids Safety Village – well done Marsha!!

3.  Bob Koski – stopped shaving after last Rotary meeting and is enjoying people’s reactions -  does he really look like Sean Connery?

4.  Dave Andrews – spent 3 weeks at the East Coast – enjoyed the beautiful scenery and had a great trip

5.  Eman Attala – went to Hamilton University to celebrate son Rawi’s birthday – learned signs about University life i.e. socks on door knob means that person has a visitor overnight….

6.  Terry Deyoung – Mom had another stroke so is busy with his mom’s residence plans

7.  Hilda Finnigan – her oldest daughter just turned 50 but Hilda is turning 29??????

Update on Anne Ross – Anne is home but had ended up with untreated pneumonia

8.  Mike McLaren – his wife found a good deal on a dress $$$$ but he ended up with a Visa gift card from the courier company for $100

9.  Ted Morrison – Dave Andrews & Ted taught at the Rotary Institute in Belleville – lots of new young Rotarians

10. Andy Lyons – HAS to go on another cruise in the new year

11. Jodi Hewett – had book sale at work and His Worship and Anne were big book contributors

12.  Al Finnigan – Marshalling days at the golf course are ending

13.  Anne Read – received a Rotary scholarship when she was 18 years old and is very happy to see Rotary supporting polio

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

1.  Jodi Hewett – Update on Mary Street Public School – this will probably be last year for donating actual pens and paper- school supplies/ Jodi is meeting with Principal to discuss future projects – Jodi has volunteered Rotary members to assist with reorganization of a storage room at the school – Principal will keep us posted

Mandarin Night – last night to sign up

 

2.  Andy Lyons – Cakes and Hams – delivery date will be after December 15 as Andy will be away – All orders are to be in to Alan Nason by November 25, 2013

 

3.  Bob Koski – Class Act Fundraiser  - $65.00 per person - cheques are preferred - Tax receipt is $30 – Devon & Robert will do 50/50 – Laura Carey will do raffle ticket sales/Marion will do table arrangements

 

4.  Alan Nason – Foundation Walk – Sunday October 6,2013 in Newmarket – approximately 8 from our club are going – be sure to sign Alan’s sponsor sheet

 

5.  Ted Morrison – McLaughlin Collegiate Scholarship

World Polio Day – October 24 – Oshawa Mayor will make proclamation – try to get flag for City Hall – can be used each year

U.N. has declared October 15 – National Clean Washing Hands Day- 1 million lives saved last year by washing hands

6. Al Finnigan – Ribfest & Paint cans (from Bill Patchett) – Total of $413.00 together - $213 will go towards Polio and $200 will go to Bill Patchett for paint cans

 

New Generations – from Ribfest proceeds we are giving UOIT Rotoractors $1,000 for their assistance – they have asked for monetary support for a camera for their Email contest and for a banner – Board will suggest they use some of this $1,000 to purchase those items with the balance for them to start off their new year.

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT   - Lennis Trotter

- was introduced to Rotary in 1976 by Ben Bailey – when joined Oshawa-Parkwood there were 27  Charter members

Lennis was instrumental in bringing to the club the Skate-a-thon and Kids Safety Village projects

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :   Justice of the Peace Duncan Read – Speaking on Polio

Introduced by: Jodi Hewett

Thanked By:  Marion Mills

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THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 24, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace: Alan Nason

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :   Robert Kipling                                                                                      

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Birth Days - none, Anniversaries – Mike and Colleen, their 30th 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Alan Nason – Foundation Walk – October 6 in Newmarket. 

 

Jodie Hewett – Mandarin Nite at the Armories, Tuesday Oct 8.  She also provided an update on the Mary Street School start of school year student supplies – courtesy  of our club. 

 

Al Finnigan – Rib Fest was a lot of hard work, but was worth it as we had a net profit of some $3,100.

 

He and Hilda will be celebrating 10th Anniversary this week.

 

Ted Morrison outlined a potential $5K fundraiser for our club in the selling of Poinsettias to local businesses this Christmas Season.  He noted that this idea was provided by Bill Patchett and the funds would be used to support our club and Polio Eradication.  Ted cautioned that this could very well conflict with our selling of Class Act Dinner Theatre tickets and our sales of Christmas Cakes and Hams.  Some of the club members commented that these Poinsettia Sales have been done by local church groups to our local merchants.  No positive consensus resolution at this time.    

 

Class Act Fundraiser – Bob Koski announced that 129 tickets have been distributed to members.

 

Rotoract Dinner – Devon mentioned that our club has reserved two tables and only have three seats remaining to be filled. 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

        Winner:   Sam Ruparelia                      Card Drawn:  Deuce of CLUBS            

                

HAPPY BUCKS:

Eman – happy to be here.     Hilda – for successful rib-fest and noted that Anne Ross was in hospital. 

     

Ted Morrison – going golfing with Finnigan … Sharron away.       Jodie just happy to be here.

 

Pat Dyck – thanks for the fruit basket for Ken.     Bob Koski- $1.40 – great weather for walking outdoors.  

 

Devon Biddle - $1.50 (raised the bet) – back from NWT and Greenland.   Mike McLaren – saw the buck fifty and raised to $2.00 – completed the hosting of the golfers from Scotland. 

 

90 cents – Lennis talked about the Diefenbaker Bunker.

 

On The Door Next Week:   Ted Morrison                   Bulletin Editor Next Week Jodie Hewett

 

ROTARY MOMENT –NONE this week.  Lennis Trotter to speak next week.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Hilda Finnigan spoke about Club Service.  Hilda named the committee members: Marsha Chambers, Robert Kipling, Bob Koski, Janice Leschinsky, David Mankiewicz, Alan Nason and “Birdie Bobby” Stewart.

She summarized our 2013-14 Budget and provided amounts and events that we typically support:  Simcoe Hall Settlement House, Salvation Army, Partners in Service, McLaughlin High School and Participation House.

Thanked by President Al Finnigan.

President Alan adjourned the meeting.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 17, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.    

                                                                                                                                                                            

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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 Grace:   Al Finnigan  

                                                              .

O Canada: Al Finnigan

 

Toast to Queen: Al Finnigan

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  - None

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:    None

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Alan Nason – Foundation Walk – October 6 in Newmarket. Alan gathered financial support from attendees and will continue to circulate “the list” next week.

Al Finnigan – Our profit from the Rib Fest weekend should be in the $2-3K range.  Final costs have not been tabulated. 

 

Al Finnigan – reminded us of Oct 8 Mandarin Evening with spouses/partners at the Armories.  Please let Jodie know if you are coming.  Regular dinner fees of $20.00 and attendees must learn one phrase in Mandarin.   Should be fun.

 

Devon announced the Oct 4 Rotoract Dinner at Tasco Hall.  Tickets $200 each in support of UOIT student tuition Fees.

 

Tonight Devon sold a lot of Raffle Tickets on their behalf.  $2.00 each or 3 for $5.  (5 for $10 for us Rotarians.)

 

Walter Stewart thanked the club for our support.  We will all miss Todd Skinner. 

 

Bob Koski – launched our seventh season of having a Class Act Fundraiser.  Tickets are $65 each (with $30 going to our club).  He distributed 75 tickets to the Rotarians.  A great start to our endeavour.  Next week we will follow up with those members that were unable to attend this meeting.  Remember Wed Nov 20 is our night to see Christmas in Cancun.

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Not conducted this week.           

                

On The Door Next Week:   Andy Lyons                  Bulletin Editor Next Week Bob Koski

 

 Special Guest Speaker – Elizabeth Fernandez.

 

Elizabeth took us on a guided tour of the Simcoe Hall Settlement House.  Besides the main room used for distributing daily parcels of groceries and miscellaneous household necessities she showed us the other rooms containing back up supplies for this purpose.  She noted that there are 15,000 people/families that require assistance in the Oshawa area.

She showed us a picture of the gymnasium last Christmas.  It contained 1,500 holiday baskets of food and in each was a food voucher for a turkey.  Without the help of volunteers, they are unable to accomplish this feat.

She explained that the other food distribution facilities work with Simcoe Hall to ensure that the food is distributed fairly.

This facility caters to preschoolers, kids in school and seniors.  They were the foundation for the Girls and Boys Club of Oshawa and the Grandview Facility for developmentally challenged kids. Simcoe Hall has been operating since 1928. 

They offer an after school program whereby kids can use the gym, do their homework in a study room, and enjoy snacks.

This goes on 5 days a week and on two of these days they can also get dinner.  All for $5 per week. 

Hilda introduced and thanked Elizabeth.

The club enjoyed a catered dinner in the room used to host seniors every Friday … kind of appropriate.

 

Next meeting:  Tuesday Oct 24 at the Oshawa  Golf Club.   Club Forum with the emphasis on Community Service.

 

President Alan adjourned the meeting.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 9, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Monday, September 9, 2013 a meeting for our joint project to refurbish the 24 buildings, bring the roads, etc. up to current standards and to build an additional classroom and ‘smoke room’ at the Kid’s Safety Village was held at the Durham Regional Office in Whitby.  The meeting started at 5:30 pm. 

There were 16 Parkwood Rotarians, six Ajax Optimists and three representatives from the Durham Police.

Pizza, pop and water were provided for the attendees courtesy of the Durham Police.   

Lennis Trotter chaired the meeting.  He thanked the Durham Police on everyone’s behalf.

Each chairperson then proceeded to explain their areas of responsibility. 

Financial – Ron Mortson, Promotion/Marketing Mike Newman, Secretary – Robert Kipling, Media/Public Relations – Shawn Kellam, Sales – Dave Ryan and Site – Lennis Trotter.

A question and answer segment was conducted, along with several new ideas being put forward by the members.

One of the key items regarding the two year project is that the actual renovations to the Safety Village needs to be done basically in the summers of 2014 and 2015.  The preparatory work authorizing the funding must be done in advance of the actual upgrades.

Everyone from both clubs will be required to participate in some aspects of the preparatory activities in order to achieve our goals.  Volunteer in the area that your experience and interest can best be utilized.

The meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm.

             On The Door Next Week:   Andy Lyons                  Bulletin Editor Next Week Bob Koski

 

  Next week – Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013 meeting will be held at Simcoe Hall Settlement House 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Sept. 3, 2013.

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Robbie Larocque

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Robert Kipling                                                                                       

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

BD- none, Anniv - Andy and Donna 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Bill Patchet, Frank Deregio and Sharron Morrison.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Ted Morrison – Foundation Walk – October 6 in Newmarket. 

Hilda  - needs help Sat aft and evening shifts for Rib Fest

Al Finnigan – recognized Mike McLaren as Rotarian of the Year for chairing the Reverse Draw in 2013 raising $17 K

Al Finnigan informed the club that this month our club forgave the $30K loan to the Kid’s Safety Village

Al Finnigan – our club is hosting a hospitality suite at the District Conference

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Al Finnigan                      Card Drawn:  Seven of hearts              .    

                

On The Door Next Week:   Andy Lyons                  Bulletin Editor Next Week Bob Koski

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

$5 Bill Patchet – happy for Frank.  Dave Andrews – happy for Eman Attalla and son visit tonite.

Ted Morrison – for Eman, Bill and Sharron.  Mike McLaren – daughter qualified as club professional.

Eman – for visit to Egypt and return to Canada.  Hilda – for Eman, rib-fest coming along fine.  Robert Kipling – for Frank.

Larry Hurren – for everyone that’s happy.  Al Finnigan – for rib fest finally coming this weekend.

Alan Nason – happy for Frank and Eman.

 

Special Guest – Frank Deregio.

President Alan Finnigan presented Frank with a Parkwood Rotary shirt and a plaque for the extraordinary service he provided our club for the past six years.

 

ROTARY MOMENT – Ted Morrison described the events leading up to his joining Rotary – 1962 as a student, ’72 attended Ajax club, ’84 Pt Perry club and finally ’94 with a luncheon interview with our club.  He became President in 1998 and District Governor in 2007.   Once he understood what Rotary Foundation was and meant, then he truly new the real meaning of Rotary. 

Ted used his Rotary Moment as his introduction of Bill Patchet.   

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Bill Patchet, Past District Governor.

Bill spoke to us about Polio and the drastic effects of this disease.  He touched on the development of the iron lung and the positive contributions polio survivors made to society.  He Talked about Salk Vaccine and how quickly the developed nations eradicated polio.  In 1985 Rotary International was asked by the World Health Organization to take the lead in ridding the entire world of Polio. 

He noted that Bill and Melinda Gates are donating one dollar for every dollar Rotary raises to end Polio.

 

He offered our club a way to raise funds for Polio.  He sold us 200 “dripless” Paint brush holders for $200, and we can sell them for 2 for $5 and use the profits to support this campaign.

Thanked By Ted Morrison, who declared that Bill is a generous and true Rotarian.

 

President Alan adjourned the meeting.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  August 27, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Larry Hurren

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott                                                                                            

 

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

 

Ian Lancaster     Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

 

Devon Biddle         Aug. 28th

David Andrews      Aug.  31st 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

√ Andy Lyons reminded us about the Cakes and Hams fundraiser.  Info. will be coming soon because he will be away before  Christmas, which means orders will need to be in earlier than usual. Be ready to place your final orders by  November 15 at the latest. Deliver will be about the second week of December.

√ Lennis Trotter reminded us of the joint meeting with the Optimists’ Club on Sept. 9th @ 5:30 pm.  It’ll be held at 605 Rossland  in   Whitby (Rossland & Garden) on the first floor of the Region of Durham Headquarters Building in Room 1A. This is our biggest Community Service Project in the last 20 years. We need everyone’s participation and attendance at this kickoff meeting, to make the”Kids Safety Village of Durham Region Renovation and Expansion Project” a real success.

√ Jodi Hewett is collecting $10 for school supplies for Mary Street P.S.  Her mom and step-dad are busy shopping for these and finding the best bargains! Be sure to get your $10 to Jodi as soon as possible.

√ Hilda: 1) is finalizing plans for Ribfest: still collecting $10 for pop and water

                                                                still a few volunteers needed in certain time slots

                         more volunteers are coming from former Interact, from Rotaract and from family &                          friends

Bill Stirling is looking for a replacement for a ticket seller from noon to 3 p on the Friday. This is a last minute request from Bill. If you can help , please give him a call at 905-725-7823.

             2)  please update your contact info. on the official name and Address Contact List for publication very soon and get the info to Hilda Finnigan

             3)  Sept. 17th Rotary meeting is at Settlement House, same time and same price for dinner. See you there.

√ Bob Koski : Reminder The  Class Act Dinner Theatre is Nov. 20th…ChrisTickets available soon,  Same price as last year.

√ President Al: 1) Board of Directors meeting is rescheduled to September 3rd at 5:00 pm at The Oshawa Golf Club

                         2) Sabre Jet fundraiser dinner is at The Armories on September 28th/dinner and dance $25/silent auction

                         3) next week, Frank will be our honoured guest; spouses are welcome to attend.

                         4) Bill Patchett will also attend next week to promote the Rotary / Rotaract UOIT scholarship dinner.

                         5) Rotary shirts are coming soon (via Mike McLaren).

                         6) Rotary District 7070 Conference is Oct. 25, 26 & 27 at Deerhurst: have you registered? Have you

                             booked your room yet? .

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

Kris Sachdeva shared his “Why I Joined Rotary” message.  Over 25 years ago, he was invited  by Ed Ryzek to  Happy Hour at The Magic Car Restaurant, and was surprised to see some of his colleagues there.  As he realized that this was a service club, he was encouraged by advice from his mother to “always serve humanity and to help the needy”.  Also, Charlie Rycroft encouraged Kris by sharing about the project to eradicate polio.

Kris has continued in our club for several reasons: to stay in touch/ to do some good for others/to enjoy fun and friendship/and to enjoy DESSERT!!  He has found our club to be well-organized and is happy and proud to be a member.   

           

                                   

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:     Carol               Card Drawn:  Ace ♥

 ** Carol reminded us that last time she had a chance to draw for the Ace of Spades, there were only 4 cards left in the deck, but no luck.  (Andy won the next week!)             .    

                

HAPPY BUCKS

● Hilda is happy that the bulletin roster is now filled and also that Ribfest plans are coming together nicely.

● Kris is glad to share his Rotary Moment.

● Larry: his grandsons (whom he loves dearly) were with him and Kay for I week…they’ve gone home now J

● Dave Andrews. really enjoyed Kris’s Rotary Moment

● Andy Lyons will be away from Nov. 18th to Dec. 10th, so orders for Cakes & Hams will need to be in before Nov. 18th and picked up after Dec. 10th .

● Walter and Sue are leaving for Italy on Thurs.

● Pat was sorry to miss the barbecue.  Ken had to have surgery, but is doing fine now.  Sadly, their dog was killed when it ran away from their daughter’s home.

 

● Jod Hewett ’s Uncle Chick Hewett was honoured as one of the bombers, featured in a Toronto Star story about WW II. Here is the article: http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/08/26/canadas_wwii_bombers_honoured_at_last_nearly_70_years_later.html

● Alan Nason is happy that Andy will be away.

● President Al will be spending a day with his twin 11 year-old grandsons.

● Sergeant-At-Arms Bob Koski levied fines on those Rotarians who did not have their Rotary pins: Lennis, Myles, Hilda, Shawn, Larry, Robert, Walter, Eamonn, Peter and Bob E.  (Bob E. has had to ask for an I.O.U.)

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Introduced by: Ted Morrison

Ian Lancaster is a third generation Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise where he is a Rotary Foundation Major Donor, a Benefactor and a Paul Harris Fellow.  He has been in the nursing profession for over 30 years, and led the Vocational Training Team to Japan where the team examined palliative care services.

His presentation to us was entitled: Palliative Care: How Might It Affect You?  He described palliative care approaches here in Ontario and compared/contrasted to those services in Japan.

Thanked By: President Al Finnigan

 

On The Door Next Week:  Andy Lyons          Bulletin Editor Next Week: Bob Koski

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

Meeting adjourned @ 8:10 pm

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

Read more...

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

MINUTES OF MEETING :  August 20, 2013

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Al Nason

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Toast To The Queen :  Walter Stewart                                                                                       

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

 

Terri Lynn and Robbie Larocque    Aug. 23

Rosemary and David Mankiewicz  Aug. 23

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

 

Dr. Colin Carrie-  Member of Parliament Oshawa

Shane Kelly – Assistant to Colin Carrie

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:     Terry DeYoung                                         Card Drawn:  Jack ♥              .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  Marsha Chambers          Bulletin Editor Next Week: Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

√ Lots of Happy Bucks to say” thank you” and “great day” to Kay and Larry Hurren…Hilda, Al N., Dave A., Jodi, Carol, Marsha, Al F.

√ Hilda shared a Happy/Sad buck because she and Al Nason had recently enjoyed lunch and a visit with their former director of nursing and sadly, she passed away soon after.

√ Dave A. welcomed Colin Carrie to our club.

√ Andy was happy about our 2 cooks at the barbecue and also his ear has healed nicely and he has a “clean bill of health”.

√ Carol was happy about our 2 cooks too.

√ Jodi shared that Bob Chapman, board member for Big Brothers Big Sisters Oshawa Whitby, contributed to our fund to

purchase school supplies for Mary Street P.S.  Also, Jodi’s step-father did the same.

   Also, she and Dave will bring their Model T to auto-fest in Oshawa this weekend.

√ Larry was pleased to have everyone at his summer home for the barbecue and he also wondered if Ellie May Clampett

was joining us when he saw the Model T coming.

√ Lennis took his ’61 Olds to Peterborough to show it to the former owner.  When he did a Rotary meeting as a make-up, he was surprised that the speaker was one of our club members.

√ Marsha had car trouble after our barbecue get-together, but thankfully was able to make it to a friend’s house.

√ President Al does not want a specific picture from our barbecue to be published in The Star! (Ed.’s note: How about The Inquirer?)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Hilda: 1) Ribfest…sign up

             2) 3 spots to fill on bulletin roster

             3) $10 per member to cover cost of pop

             4) edit your info. on contact sheet

             5) we’re covered for volunteers to help with Oshawa Club’s ticket sales at Ribfest

  

• Al: we’re able to get coolers to use at Ribfest from Whitby Sunrise

• Jodi: 1) $10 for school supplies, please

            2) may have a source to get school supplies more cheaply

• Lennis:  joint meeting with Optimist Club is Sept. 9th @ 5:30, Rossland and Garden

• Andy: all of the “left-over” steaks are sold, so no need to auction them.

 • President Al: 1) Directors’ meeting, Sept. 3rd

                         2) dues will be higher as of Sept. 1st

                         3) Frank will be guest of honour Sept. 3

                         4) the Vocational Training Team from Japan will be here

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

Shawn shared that he has been involved in community groups for a long time, through Scouts and through family involvement.  He was invited (harassed?) by Lennis to join our club and has been very pleased for the opportunities of leadership growth, and especially for the fellowship. He also is very proud to be part of the project to eradicate polio.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Introduced by: David Andrews

Colin Carrie, MP, spoke about his time as MP in the House of Commons from 2004 to the present. He shared some “background” about the camaraderie (not always apparent to TV viewers), some unusual private members’ bills and concern for Ontario’s debt.

He extended an invitation to come to the House of Commons and also expressed his deep pride and gratification to be an MP.

Thanked By: Lennis Trotter

Meeting adjourned @ 7:45

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                                            MINUTES OF MEETING :  AUGUST 13, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Walter Stewart

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

 

Toast To The Queen:  Andy Lyons                                                                                           

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

August 12th:   Happy Birthday to Sam Ruparelia

August 12th: Happy Anniversary to Geoff and Katie Osborne

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Steve Rutledge  & Mike Yap,   Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Devon Biddle                                                                 Card Drawn: 2 of Diamonds               .    

                

On The Door Next Week:    Marsha Chambers                         Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Marion is sad to hear that Frank, our “Server Extraordinaire” is retiring, but very happy that our club is going to honour him with dinner and a memento.  Also, big thanks to Al Finnigan for helping with her mom’s move, especially the china cabinets.

 

Ted & Sharron have had 12 lawn bowling tournaments in the last 14 days.  He’s tired, but happy because they’ve been  winning!

 

Robert is sad that Frank is leaving

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Kris, Devon and David Andrews really enjoyed Larry’s Rotary Moment:  “Why I joined Rotary”.

 

Andy noted that he enjoyed Larry’s Rotary Moment, and that he’s glad that his worst critics were not at last week’s meeting when he presented his Rotary Moment.  (Editor’s note: our pact with Andy to keep his secrets is on thin ice!)

 

David Mankiewicz and his family enjoyed a vacation in California, and visited is brother and sister-in-law while there.

 

Hilda is happy that Ribfest is coming together.

 

Marcia shared that her car is 20 years old and will soon become  “classic”!

 

Steve Rutledge is happy that everything worked out well after a sponsor had to withdraw from the pledge of financial support for his charity.  Another generous donor has “stepped up”.

 

Mike Yap encouraged everyone to attend their fundraiser event on Sept. 28th.

 

Shawn Kellam is happy because he’s going to be an uncle again.

 

Larry shared Kay’s adventure about being sequestered for jury duty.  He’s thankful that it was only for one night,  especially since our barbeque get-together was coming up.  Devon shared Walter’s suggestion that the whole jury could  have come to the picnic!

 

Al Nason is pleased that’s he’s recovered well from his surgery.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Hilda:

1) we need volunteers for duty on the bulletin and door…HELP!

 2) Settlement House has offered us a tour & dinner on September 17th/same time & cost as here at the Golf  Club

 3) Ribfest- we have some youth who will volunteer for their Community Service hours/ do you know anyone who  could help?

                              - we also offer help to the R.C. of Oshawa, and in return we get our tents & spaces at no charge

                              - please help with costs by making some ice at home ahead of time

                              - Steve Rutledge may be able to supply coolers

                              - please edit the contact info. sheet if any of your info. has changed or is incorrect

 

 Devon: please peruse the financial statement that he’s provided and see/call him is you have questions or comments

 

 Larry: for our barbeque get-together this coming Saturday, please BYOB.  Also, Robbie’s son has a peanut allergy, so no  peanut products should be brought to the get-together.

 

 President Al:

1) Our club is going to honour Frank, our “Server Extraordinaire” by treating him to dinner at one of our  meetings and giving him a memento plaque.

 2) David Ruzsa’s mom passed away recently; David has gone out west to help with the settling of her estate.  He’ll be back home Aug. 18th.

                            

ROTARY MOMENT  

Larry Hurren shared his personal story about “Why I Joined Rotary”.  He spoke of Rotary as one of the “consistencies” in his life, along with marriage, family and career.  He was invited by Lennis, and has never been disappointed, especially with the fun and fellowship.  Larry mentioned some events & projects that were highlights for him: getting new members, doing fundraisers, scholarships, student exchanges and our polio projects.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Our speakers, Steven Rutledge and Mike Yap (R.C. of Whitby Sunrise) were introduced by Hilda.

 Their presentation, Adopt A Village In Laos , was a very informative video about the bombing of Laos during the Viet Nam War and the subsequent dire needs of the population.  The charity that Steve & Mike  have organized provides: schools, access to clean water (water filters), hygiene education and personal products like toothbrushes and toothpaste.

 

Our club is being asked to make a donation to this charity.

 

Thanked by: President Al

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

                   

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday August 6, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Pat Dyck

                                   

O Canada: Larry Hurren

 

Toast To The Queen :  Shawn Kellam      

                                                                                 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  None this week

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None this week

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: No Tickets – no draw!!!!.    

                

On The Door Next Week: Marsha Chambers      Bulletin Editor Next Week  Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Shawn Kellam glad to have a short week this week; very happy to be expecting a baby in February

Kris Sachdeva – good weekend and $1400 donated back to Reverse Draw from prize winner;

Hilda put in a sad buck for Dave Rusza whose mother is ill in BC;

Pat pleased to have her grand daughter driving, but sad she was not available when Ken wanted her;

Larry announced his 3rd grand son, Greg. born in June, good weekend at the cottage with family;

Marsha happy to have a map to Larry’s cottage;

Devon – Betty Mathews in Hillsdale, Linda has visited;

Dave Andrews pleased to be hearing about Safety Village this evening;

several members congratulated Shawn by donating a happy buck

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Larry Hurren – picnic on Saturday August 17th 1 - ???, approx 30 have signed up – please pay at front desk - $15.00/family;

Mike McLaren will order shirts this week so that we have them for Ribfest; 

Hilda handed around sign up sheets for Ribfest, Bulletin Editor and donation sheets for Ribfest – please sign up or risk the Rotary Railroad; Jodi is asking for $10.00 donation from each member to purchase supplies for Mary Street School again this year; she also is going to research the potential for sponsoring a bus trip for grades 7/8;

Walter announced a meeting of the Ribfest Committee on Tuesday Aug. 13 at 5PM;

 Pres. Al reminded the Board there is a meeting at 8 PM this evening, promising a 9 PM finish

 

ROTARY MOMENT  

Past President Andy Lyons shared his Rotary Moment this evening.  Andy grew up in a “community minded” family.  After several very active years in Jaycees, Andy had decided he would not join another club ever.  He was approached by Rotarian Laurie Martin and asked to join Rotary.  His answer was “no more clubs for me”.  However, when he told Donna about this, she had other ideas stating “there will be no sitting on your ---- in this house”!!  So, he joined vowing “if nominated, I will not stand” – “if elected I will not serve”!!.  As you can see by the opening sentence of this paragraph, that did not work and Andy continues to serve proudly, as a member of the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

President Al Finnigan invited Past President and initiator of the Safety Village Project, Lennis Trotter to the podium.  Lennis reviewed the history of the Safety Village of Durham Region outlining the work done initially with our club and the Optimist Club of Ajax.  This joint project was the first of its’ kind, combining the efforts of two different service clubs, and for that was recognized in the Rotary International magazine. The village opened in September of 1995 and over the past 20 years has seen come 15,000 school children from grades 1,2 and 3 – learning road safety under the guidance of the Durham Region Police Services.  It is time to update and refurbish as well renew the contract for the land lease.  Projected budget is 600/700 thousand dollars to be raised by our two clubs from businesses in the Region.  Lennis outlined some of the needs and encouraged all members to be prepared to participate in this two year project with a grand opening of the renewed Village in September 2015.  There will be a meeting of all members of both clubs hosted by Police Services at the Regional Headquarters at Rosslyn and Garden Streets, Whitby on Monday September 9th at 5:30PM in Room 1A.  This will include a working dinner.  Robert Kipling suggested that Oshawa Parkwood members should pay the regular dinner fee and make this “a donation to the Safety Village Renewal Project”.  Members present concurred with this suggestion.  All members are needed to ensure the success of this project so in lieu of attending the meeting on September 9th our regular meeting on Tuesday September 10th will be cancelled.  A list of the committee structure for the renewal is attached with this bulletin.  Please review and consider where you would prefer to serve and let Robert Kipling know ASAP so that the list may be updated.  Members present asked questions regarding this project such as projected needs/costs/methods of approach to potential sponsors, etc.  Shawn Kellam showed us the promotional video which has been prepared.  It was noted that the six Regional Fire Departments are prepared to participate this time -  this had not been possible in the past as facilitating participation with six separate departments presented some difficulties which have now been overcome.  Astrid, the current Police Sargeant at the village will remain until the refurbishing is complete.

 

President Al thanked Lennis for his informative review and encouraged all members to participate in this worthwhile community project

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Edited by Past President Hilda Finnigan

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 30, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.   

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung

                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                             

 

Toast To The Queen :  Andy Lyons   

                                                                                       

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Larry and Kay Hurren  August 2nd

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Guest Speaker Peter Butler

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  David M. drew the 4 of diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week:                                         Bulletin Editor Next Week  Hilda Finnigan for Marion Mills

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hilda Finnigan – Ribfest Sign Up sheet to be completed – need help from all members (also to assist the Oshawa Club with selling beer tickets); $10.00 donation per member to supplement the cost of purchasing water and pop; Bulletin Editor volunteer form – pick a month please;

Larry Hurren – Annual picnic/BBQ hosted by Kay and Larry – Saturday August 17th, sign up and note pot luck dish to bring – pay $15.00/family at front desk – meat will be purchased – Dave A. bringing corn and sending out a map: 

Jodi Hewett – golf tournaments – Big Brothers/Big Sisters September 19th; Humane Society September 12th:    

 

President Al – AWARDS to Ted Morrison his 5 sapphire Paul Harris Pin – Pres Al noted that Ted has a strong belief in the Rotary Foundation and its’ use to assist Rotary efforts; this pin is recognition of Ted’s support of his belief; to Dave Andrews an award from District 7070 for his Above and Beyond efforts during the 2012/13 Rotary Year

 

HAPPY BUCKS: 

Dave A. for his award, welcoming Peter Butler, a great day at the Oshawa Golf Club, recognizing Scotty Vail and meeting with Brant Snedeker, 6 time PGA Tour Champion, current FedEx Cup and now Canadian Open Champion:

Andy Lyons – a SAD buck for the loss of a good friend (Leo Morin) whom he first met as a Sea Cadet: 

David M. – Pres. Al doing a good job:

Ted – yard sale went well on Saturday; not so much on Sunday; Open House on Sunday saw 32 groups, one return so hopeful of selling soon;

Jodi – glad to be here (is that all?!?);

Carol – good weekend at cottage, hydro ON;

Devon – pleased to know Pres. Al has one friend in the room;

Hilda – surviving 4 teenagers;

Alan N. – wondering about Pres. Al’s foot??

Pres. Al – pleased to be called “Sir” by his wife

 

ROTARY MOMENT   It was Carol Reading’s turn to tell us “Why Rotary” for her.  Carol noted that it has been eleven years, not nine as she had thought!!  She knew about Rotary Pool, Rotary Park and had read in Oshawa Times, but did not really know Rotary.  Was prompted by friend Marion Mills to come to Barcelona (a vacation/Rotary Convention combined).  Came to a meeting Andy presiding; Devon welcoming?? Another school teacher. Joined and has felt proud of Oshawa Parkwood accomplishments – Special Olympics, supporting Settlement House and Salvation Armey, Participation House.  Carol related memories of past Rotarians in our club and somehow she knows that Lennis liked to play with cars, even at the age of seven!?!?

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Dave A. introduced our guest speaker, Peter Butler, Head Pro at the Oshawa Golf Club for the past twelve years. 

     Peter also commented on the great day at the Oshawa Golf Club, having a6 time  PGA Tour Champion Golfer on hand and listening to his comments about golf and getting some great tips.

     Peter spoke about putting in particular giving golfers some “food for thought” about the putter and other clubs as well as stance and swing.  He then proceeded outside to offer some personal attention to members who chose to participate.

Dave and Pres. Al thanked Peter for this “annual” lesson.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 23, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Bob Koski

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills 

 

Toast To The Queen :  Terry DeYoung       

                                                                               

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  Eman Attalla and Esther Trotter both celebrating a birthday on July 25th

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  Mike and Margaret Billington from Harrow England – warm welcome to these folks (Mike a former member of Oshawa Parkwood) and their friend Joanne Moffat

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:   Linda Biddle drew the seven of diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week:   David Andrews                       Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKSBob Koski watching old videos, found a 1999 project sorting books to send to India showing Kris, Ted,

                             Bob S. and himself hard at work;  Robert happy the royal baby has arrived, thinks Robert would be a

                            great choice for a name; Peter had an operation – all is well; Robbie saw a moose up close while on

                            vacation (from a canoe!); TedYard Sale at the Morrison’s, Saturday July 27th starts 7AM good stuff

                            Carol – no hydro at the cottage since Friday 4PM – had to cancel visit with Andy and Donna;  Linda

                            Biddle – happy the Billington’s are here, hydro off at the cottage, ice cream melted; Dave, Devon, and

                            Kris – welcome to the Billington’s; Pres. Al took his grandsons golfing in the heat and outlasted both of

                            them!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Devon – dues are due / pay by August 31stDave – next week’s meeting includes putting lesson,                                     may wear shorts if you wish; Larry – annual BBQ on Saturday August 17th, $15.00 per family (pay                                     at front desk) + a “pot luck” item, BYOB; Pres. Al – Ribfest getting organized, sign up sheet being

                                   circulated, also collecting donation for pop, some concern that we may not have the Interact

                      students this year; remember also to consider assisting the Oshawa Club in selling beer tickets;  

                      Interrota – “thank you” for our donation/ offer to speak to our club; review member contact list for

                                   for confirmation/correction of information (circulated over next couple of weeks)

 

ROTARY MOMENT   Marsha Chambers told us that “Rotary found me”.  She joined after seeing an ad in the Chamber of

                                  Commerce paper.  She had belonged to several charitable organizations – “found the good side of

                                  The Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood”.  Marsha especially appreciated the strong support she has

                                  received during her recent illness.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  : Mike Billington was introduced by Devon Biddle.

 

         Mike (a former member of our club) volunteered during the Olympics in Britain.  He related his experience and many interesting facts about this event.

      Larry Hurren thanked Mike for visiting with us and providing this interesting inside view of the Olympic event.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

                        MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 16 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Walter Stewart

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills

 

Toast To The Queen :  Terry DeYoung 

                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  - None this week

 

 

VISITING GUESTS AND ROTARIANS:

Welcome to Bill Patchett Rotary Club of Cobourg/ District 7070 Foundation Chair

Rotarian George Hazard and his wife Joan – Rotary Club of Pakenham, Austrailia

Linda Biddle and Caroline Kipling

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:  Myles Fisher  drew the 5 of clubs                                        .    

                

On The Door Next Week:  David Andrews                 Bulletin Editor Next Week: Hilda Finnigan

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Bob Stewart happy to have played golf with Dave Andrews;

Devon Biddle – happy that Ted Morrison is moving, but sad that Sharron is !;   

Shawn Kellam– happy his air conditioning is working;

Alan Nason – happy that Britain won Wimbleton;

Robert Kipling – happy Saskatchewan beat the Argos, “he was right”;

Pres. Al Finnigan – Marsha Chambers will be the speaker for next week’s “Rotary Moment”;

Marion Mills – welcoming our guests;

Marsha Chambers – surprised when the helpers put the shed walls upside down!;

Ted Morrison – happy to be moving, has woodworking tools for sale;

Dave Andrews – received a service award from the District 

Linda Biddle – a great Rotary International Confvention and vacation, looking forward to Austrailia:

 Bill Patchett – Distict 7070 “First” in raising monies for The Rotary Foundation per capita

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:   

Hilda Finnigan passed around the volunteer sign up sheets for Ribfest (Sept. 6/7/8), reminded members that this event needs all members to participate and also there is a volunteer sheet to help the Oshawa Club sell beer tickets – this latter assures us of a no cost tent space;next week usual donation of $10.00/per member will be collected – those preferring to purchase water etc., in lieu of donation may do so; 

 

Hilda Finnigan also reminded us of the date of our annual picnic August 17, hosted this year by Larry and Kay Hurren at their cottage – a sign up sheet for food items will be circulated soon;

Kids Safety Village meeting, Monday Sept. 9th to set up fundraising committee – regular mtg on Sept. 10 will be cancelled;

 

Bill Patchett announced the Rotoract fundraser for help support tuition fees for UOIT students in need of this – Oct. 4th – at Tosca; Oshawa Parkwood hopes to have a table of ten at this event; 

 

 Dave Andrews announced there are a few tickets available for the Russia/Canada Junior hockey game on November 21st – last call!!

 

Pres. Al handed out committee lists for 2013/14 – will speak to chairs and members; Meet and Greet with DG Valerie, July 23rd – plan to attend following next weeks meeting (no charge – no hors d’ouvers) – Hilda is guest speaker;

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT   Dave Andrews spoke about his Rotary “ah – ha” moment – why he joined and the pride he feels in being a Rotarian.  Dave’s greatest joy was in handing a cheque to Denise House on behalf of Rotary.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Our guest Rotarian from Austrailia, George Hazard was introduced by President Al Finnigan.

 

     George spoke about his club in Pakenham Austrailia. Membership is approximately 30 – 35 and very similar to Oshawa Parkwood.  The club is very involved in the community, supporting restoration of farms, refurbishing the local cemetery, funding disadvantaged young people to take driver’s ed, support local hospitals, churches, zoos, agricultural scholarships, etc.  Enjoy great fellowship at monthly dances, white elephant sales, raffles and barbeques.  There were several questions from our members. 

 

Andy Lyons thanked George for his interest in attending our meeting and helping us compare Rotary down under to Rotary here in Oshawa.

Meeting adjourned by Pres. Al Finnigan

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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YOUR BULLETIN EDITOR - PAST PRESIDENT HILDA FINNIGAN

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby , Ontario, Canada

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  Tuesday July 9, 2013

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Allan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamon Doyle

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Grace:   Ted Morrison

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills  

 

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Koski 

                                                                                           

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Information not available – will catch up next week!!

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Welcome to District Governor Valerie Wafer and her husband Mark, members of the  

                                      Members of the Rotary Club of Whitby;  Assistant District Governor Wayne Routly, Rotary Club

                                      of Bowmanville;  Sharron Morrison and Esther Trotter, supporting partners of Oshawa Parkwood;

                                      Special Welcome to Desiree Ragazzi and her brother Rene Ragazzi from Oshawa (Desiree is the

                                       Assistant Governor of District 2080, Rome Italy) 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:    Sargeant of Arms – Andy Lyons

 

Winner:  Marsha Chambers                                            Card Drawn:  Nine (9) of Diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week:  David Andrews                Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

 

(Editor’s note: If you are unable to be present, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Marion Mills welcomed our guests and wished incoming Pres. Allan a good year;

 Lennis Trotter for a great trip to Lisbon and Paris;

Marsha Chambers welcomed guests and DG Valerie, also grateful for “justice” to her neighbor without her needing to take action!;

Carol Reading glad that Andy Murray won Wimbleton;

Walter Stewart welcome to DG Valerie, moving to Wilmot Creek in two weeks, pleased to hear that Ted and Sharron will be there as well;

 Kris Sachdeva thanks for the presentation of the Paul Harris Fellowship (#3) and that his daughter and grandchildren are safe after the big rain, only suffering a flooded basement;

 Robert Kipling that the Saskatchewan Rough Riders and best in the League with two wins!, looking forward to a win over the Argonauts;

Bob Koski glad to live in Durham Region so not having to deal with TOO much water

Robbie LaRoque thanks for the recognition with a Paul Harris Fellowship Award

Hilda Finnigan  a sad buck for the loss of two esteemed colleagues of the medical community

Mark Wafer expects the Argos to win the game!!!

Ted Morrison welcome to DG Valerie and Mark, wishes them well as they begin the busy round of club visits, best to Al for a successful year, pleased to be moving to Wilmot Creek

David Andrews welcome to DG Desiree and Rene – proof that social media works as Desiree found Oshawa Parkwood on facebook and made contact with Dave, also pleased with Rene’s interest in Rotary, Golf Score  72

Assist DG Wayne Routly – welcome to DG Desiree, REALLY likes that name!!

Pres Al – looking forward to his year as President

Andy Lyons – welcome to DG Valerie, Assist DG Wayne, DG Desiree and good wishes to incoming Pres. Al

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS   

DG Valerie very proud of clubs in District 7070 gaining FIRST CLASS status for donations to Rotary Foundation as requested by incoming RI President Ron Burton

 

Hilda Finnigan RIBFEST is fast approaching – September 6,7,8 – The success of this event requires participation from ALL club members – volunteer form will be circulated soon; AND OUR  ANNUAL PICNIC – will be hosted by Larry and Kay Hurren on Saturday August 17th- more info to follow

 

Pres. Al Finnigan – (from the Director’s Meeting) – giving $1000.00 support to Alberta Flood Relief (given through Rotary Club of Calgary); approval of $500.00 donation to assist in refurbishing the Sabre Jet Monument at the Oshawa Airport – this commemorates the sacrifices of women and men in the Battle of Britain in WW11;

Meet and Greet Evening with Past DG Ted and DG Valerie on Tuesday July 23rd 7-9 PM at Oshawa Golf Club- We ask all Club members to attend following our regular meeting (NO hors d’ouvers unless you pay!!!),

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

  Our Speaker this evening, District Governor Valerie Wafer was introduced by Assistant Governor Wayne Routly.  Valerie, a member of the Rotary Club of Whitby, spoke enthusiastically about RI President Ron Burton’s logo for 2012/14 “ENGAGE ROTARY;CHANGE LIVES”.  She asked “What is the meaning of engagement?”, then went on to say it is time taken to get to know members, especially new members and make them feel welcome.  In doing this we will also help them and ourselves to recognize the value of helping others. Engagement is infectious and a necessary part of surviving in this world of change.  In order to “engage” young professionals, today we must accept and utilize the world of technology and social media and make this work for Rotary.  As we do this the full impact of being a Rotarian will be recognized.

 

     Valerie then asked Past President Marion Mills to spend a Rotary Moment telling us “why” she joined and stayed engaged in Rotary.  Marion spoke about feeling that it was a compliment to be asked to join, how she felt a warm welcome and sense of family, was impressed with the work done by Rotarians both locally and world wide.  The sense of fellowship that is so much a part of our meetings and our work efforts.Of course, her trip to Barcelona and attending the International Conference, only enhanced her good feelings about Rotary and the work accomplished.  Marion also spoke about how her grandson Mateos has become so much a part of our activities, making “life long” friends with Robert Kipling and Andy Lyons.  And, of course, Marion in her wisdom, recognized that Hilda would appreciate the support of another female club member!!.

 

     Thanking Marion, Valerie noted that in the words of Paul Harris, “this is a changing world and we must be prepared to change with it”, “from what we are today, to what will work for tomorrow”.

 

President Al Finnigan thanked DG Valerie for her message, noting that we all should move forward to meet this challenge together to ensure the work of Rotary continues

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

 

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“ENGAGE ROTARY - CHANGE LIVES”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Ron Burton – Rotary Club of Norman, Oklahoma, USA 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:               Valarie Wafer -  Rotary Club of Whitby in Whitby,  Ontario 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

 

MINUTES OF MEETING :  JULY 2, 2013

PRESIDENTS’ NIGHT

 

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2013-2014                                        

President:  Alan Finnigan

Past President: Jodi Hewett

Vice President: Robbie Larocque

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Shawn Kellam

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Lennis Trotter

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

Public Relations: Eamonn Doyle

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky

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Grace:   Past District Governor Ted Morrison                                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Past President  Andy Lyons   

                                                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

July 6 – Happy Anniversary to Eamonn & Cora Doyle

July 8 – Happy Birthday to Kay Hurren

July 8 – Happy Anniversary to Robert and Caroline Kipling

 

GUESTS / VISITING ROTARIANS:

A very warm Rotary Welcome to: Our Very First Rotary Club President Terry Giles, and his spouse Jean; Cheryl Carter; Ken Dyck; Dave Snowden; Kay Hurren; Caroline Kipling; Donna Pyott; Terri Lynn Larocque; Rosemary Mankiewicz; Sharron Morrison; Margaret Nason; Sue Skinner; Esther Trotter; Greg and Rebecca Finnigan; and Al and Hilda’s Grandchildrem  Ryan, and Josh and William Finnigan

 

On The Door Next Week:  Registration -  Past President Dave Andrews and Past District Governor Ted Morrison

                                           Bulletin editor – Past President Dave Andrews

 

 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be on Registration or Bulletin editor and it is your turn, please find a replacement)

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

Past President Jodi Hewett:

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North. All Rotarians and guests are most welcome.

 

On July 16, we have George Hazzard and his wife from just south of Melbourne, Australia visiting our Club. He found our club on the internet and has been corresponding with Jodi . Be sure to welcome him. Have your questions ready for George for the 2014 Rotary International Convention in Sydney, next June 1 – 4.

 

Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Robbie Larocque announced that our net proceeds from CLOCA’s  Purple Woods  Maple Syrup Festival Pancake Breakfast weekend in the Spring was $2,760.00 Well done, one and all.

 

Mike McLaren:

Reminds everyone that he is still taking orders for the Rotary Shirts. He wore a sample in white to the meeting . He has also sent out  an email to all members. Please give Mike your order (size and colour) within the next week. Thank you.

 

Past President Dave Andrews:

We are invited to join with the Oshawa Rotary Club for a social event - The Canada -Russia Subway Super Series ( Canadian Junior Hockey players ) Game on Nov 21 at the General Motors Centre starting at 7:05 pm.

This game is always a sell out and tickets are going very fast.

Past President Rhonda Vanderlinde has been able to secure 40 tickets for our two clubs at a price of $20 each . Please let me know, at your earliest convenience, if you want to go and how many tickets you wish to purchase. We will need your firm commitment very soon. We have 16 sold so far. I will be picking up the tickets early next week and will be requiring your funds at that time. Thanks

It's going to be a great evening and what a great idea to share our social events between our two Rotary Clubs.

A very special thanks to Rhonda for setting this one up.

 

CEREMONIAL CHANGING OF PRESIDENTS:

Past President Jodi Hewett presented Al Finnigan with his President’s Pin that he will wear for the next 52 weeks as President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

 

President Al Finnigan then presented past President Jodi Hewett with her Past President’s Pin which she will now wear, with honour, for the rest of her life.

 

President Al Finnigan also presented past President Jodi Hewett with a ceremonial President’s Gavel and plaque that she will be able to hang up in her home or office , symbolic of her year as President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

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Awards:

President Al Finnigan presented the highest honour that a Rotary Club can bestow on one of its members, The Paul Harris Fellowship Award to Past President Kris Sachdeva for his many years of numerous contributions to our Rotary Club, and in particular, to the Reverse Draw / Dinner / Silent Auction, our major fund raiser. The Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded when Rotary Clubs, Rotarians, or non Rotarians donate $,1,000 US to The Rotary Foundation. This donation allows the Rotary Foundation to carry on its humanitarian and educational programs, including the eradication of Polio in the world, Rotary’s promise to the children of the world.  

 

President Al Finnigan presented the highest honour that a Rotary Club can bestow on one of its members, The Paul Harris Fellowship Award to Past Walter Stewart for his many years of numerous contributions to our Rotary Club, and in particular, for his tremendous year as President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. And again, this Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded when Rotary Clubs, Rotarians, or non Rotarians donate $,1,000 US to The Rotary Foundation. And again, this donation allows the Rotary Foundation to carry on its humanitarian and educational programs, including the eradication of Polio in the world, Rotary’s promise to the children of the world. 

 

President Al Finnigan presented the highest honour that a Rotary Club can bestow on one of its members, The Paul Harris Fellowship Award to Vice President Robbie Larocque for his many years of numerous contributions to our Rotary Club, and in particular, for his years as Treasurer and also his hard work with the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at the Purple Woods maple Syrup Festival. And again, this Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded when Rotary Clubs, Rotarians, or non Rotarians donate $,1,000 US to The Rotary Foundation. And again, this donation allows the Rotary Foundation to carry on its humanitarian and educational programs, including the eradication of Polio in the world, Rotary’s promise to the children of the world. 

 

President Al Finnigan presented Perfect Attendance Pins to Past President Lennis Trotter (for 35 and 36 years of perfect attendance) and to past President Pat Dyck (for 19 years of perfect attendance). Perfect Attendance is exactly that  - 100% attendance at a Rotary meeting every single week for the 52 weeks in the Rotary year. True dedication to Rotary and inspiration to all Rotarians to try to attend one meeting a week, somewhere in the world

 

Past President Jodi Hewett’s Speech:

By way of a PowerPoint presentation , with “Good Vibrations” playing in the background, Past President Jodi Hewett first congratulated tonight’s Paul Harris Fellowship Awardees and thanked all of the members and spouses fro their efforts to serve. There are many accomplishments and projects to look back on this past Rotary year: our hosing of juri, our Exchange student from Japan,  The Pancake Breakfasts and tents at the Rotary Ribfest; the Rotary Foundation Walk in Bowmanville; our night to raise funds for Polio Plus Jodi and Dave’s Farm; the Class Act Dinner Theatre; our Cakes and Hams annual project, The 32nd Annual Rotary Skateathon; the Christmas Party with residents and support staff of Participation House; The Breakfast Fundraiser at Purple Wood Maple Syrup Festival; The Annual reverse Draw/Dinner/ Silent Auction gala; The Irish Pub Night at the Officers mess; the next 20 years of the Kids Safety Village Expansion and Project; our continuous partnership with the Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College, and the 2 Interact Clubs at MCVI and OCVI, our donations to the UOIT and Durham College scholarship funds, the Gigantic Yard Sale , and the Italian Night at the Officers Mess, just to name a few. She encouraged us to continue our positive energy as we move forward and wished President Al Finnigan and Vice President Robbie Larocque , the best of luck in the years ahead. 

 

Past President Jodi Hewett then made a very special presentation, which may be the first award of its kind , given out to an individual in District 7070 – the Rotarian Spouse/Partner Service Award. The Rotarian Spouse/Partner Service Award recognizes spouses and partners of Rotarians who have demonstrated exemplary humanitarian service through Rotary. Up to 100 individuals in the world, may be selected to receive this award annually. There is only one award available for any District, and the awardee can only be nominated by the District Governor.  Recipients were selected by an officer appointed by the Rotary International president. Candidates were considered based solely on the humanitarian service they have rendered through Rotary, with an emphasis on personal volunteer efforts and active involvement in helping others The Award included a special letter signed by Rotary International President Sakuji Tanaka and a special Plaque. The award went to Kay Hurren, for her many years of service to Rotary, to our Rotary Club, and to all of the people she has helped. Congratulations, Kay from everyone in our Rotary Club.

 

President Al Finnigan then made some opening remarks as President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood. He thanked Past President Jodi Hewett and her Board of Directors for a banner 2012-2013 Rotary Year which has set us on a path for continued success and fellowship. He was very proud that 3 of his grandsons were there tonight - all future Rotarians.

 

President Al said that the focus of this Rotary Year is Engagement. And with our club’s strong commitment to Rotary service, we will change lives.

And with those words, President Al unveiled the 2013-2014 Rotary banner on to the podium “Engage Rotary – Change Lives”.

President Al said that as companies have learned, change is necessary to maintain their existence. Adapting to change within Rotary will help us attract new members and keep our current members active and contributing, so that we continue to make a difference.

He added that as we participate in the meaningful work of Rotary, Rotary is meaningful to each and every one of us.

 

President Al then introduce the club to the 2013-2014 Board of Directors: Vice President Robbie Larocque; Secretary Pat Dyck; Treasurer Devon Biddle; Director of Club Administration Shawn Kellam; Director of Public Relations Eamonn Doyle; Director of Service Robert Kipling; Director of The Rotary Foundation Laura Carey; and Director of Membership Lennis Trotter.

 

President Al Finnigan thanked Vice President Robbie Larocque for being the Master of ceremonies for this evening, and also presented Vice President Robbie Larocque with his Incoming President’s Pin, symbolic of his commitment to Rotary and to our Rotary Club for the years to come.

 

President Al invited the entire club back to the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment, as his guests, for a champagne toast to Rotary and the year ahead for The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : June 25, 2013  

           

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013    

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Janice Leschinsky / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Andy Lyons                                                   

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Grace:    Past President Dave Andrews 

                          

O Canada:  President Jodi Hewett    

 

Toast To The Queen :    Past President Andy Lyons       

                                                                                 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :

June 23 – Linda Biddle – Happy Birthday to You

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

There were no Visiting Rotarians but we had many spouses out to our Little Italy Night at The Officers Mess . A warm welcome to everyone.

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  None tonight

    

                 

On The Door Next Week:   Past District Governor Ted Morrison     

Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Past President Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be at the meeting and it s your turn, please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS : None tonight.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

President Jodi Hewett:

A special welcome to our club’s Honorary Rotarian Reg Malachowski and Sandy. Always glad that they can attend.

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North.

On July 16, we have an Austrailian Rotarian visiting our Club. He found our club on the internet and has been corresponding with Jodi . Be sure to welcome him. Perhaps he will tell us a bit about his Rotary Club.

Vice President Al Finnigan:

In absentia, Al asked everyone to contact him with their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 2 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Robbie Larocque asked everyone to call him regarding their attendance at the Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person. We are all invited back to the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North, after the Presidents Night to Toast in the New Rotary Year as guests of our Incoming President Al Finnigan.

Robbie Larocque also announced that our net proceeds from CLOCA’s  Purple Woods  Maple Syrup Festival Pancake Breakfast weekend in the Spring was $2,760.00 Well done, one and all.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

There was no speaker tonight.  Bur what a great social night it was. After the warm welcome and a few drinks, we sat down to a fine Italian meal of lasagna and Caesar Salad , followed by ice cream and strawberries. And then the Rotarians and their spouses announced their very own special Italian phrase that they brought with them tonight.

Here is just a small sample:

Dave Snowden (in absentia) asked everybody, in Italian “where is my cow?” ;

President Jodi’s phrase was “we are having a great time”; 

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque’s phrase was “garlic is good”;

Terri Lynn Larocque said “Red wine is my favorite”;

Past President Bob Koski had two great Italian phrases “arivaderci” and “Gina Lola Brigida”;

Mike McLaren proclaimed “show me the money”; 

Past President Alan Nason  told everyone that  “ my hovercraft is full of eels”;

Past President Dave Andrews gave us one he heard from construction workers on his street when he was about 6 years old “you are crazy”; Eamon Doyle announced “Viva Bertaloni”;

Kay Hurren said “arivaderci Roma”; and

Past President Larry Hurren told us all to “have a big fat party”;

Marsha Chambers told us the “life is good”;

Past District Governor Ted Morrison said “Welcome to our Rotary Meeting”;

Sharron Morrison said that it was “nice to see you”;

Carol reading asked “where is the bathroom?”;

Sandy Malachowski said “bonjourno” and

Reg Malachowski talked about “good friends, good times, let’s drink the wine”;

Sue Skinner, our only authentic Italian told us to “eat, drink, and be merry”;

Past President Walt Stewart said “good evening everybody”; and

Past President Alan Nason shared another gem when he announced , in Italian,  that his “donkey was dead”.

Past President Jodi then awarded prizes to the best 8 Italian phrases.

Past President Dave Andrews thanked president Jodi for a wonderful evening of fun and friendship and announced that this was President Jodi’s last official meeting as President and thanked her for a terrific year. Everyone agreed.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : June 18, 2013

             

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013    

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Janice Leschinsky                                                    

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Grace:    Past President Terry DeYoung

                          

O Canada:  Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen :    Mike McLaren         

                                                                            

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :

June 19 – Past President Alan Nason – Happy Birthday

June 20 – Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque – Happy Birthday

June 21 -   Caroline Kipling – Happy Birthday

And in the Rotary Club of Indian Rocks Beach, Florida fashion, our Past District Governor Ted Morrison led us all in the singing of Happy Birthday Cha Cha Cha to our honourees  

        

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

There were no Visiting Rotarians or Guests tonight

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Conducted by Sgt Janice Leschinsky

Winner: Past President Alan Nason                Card Drawn: King of Diamonds

    

            

HAPPY BUCKS : Conducted by Sgt at Arms Janice Leschinsky

Past President Andy Lyons  - Special wishes to Past President Hilda Finnigan to enjoy the Rotary International Convention is Lisbon, and good luck with Incoming President Al Finnigan. You may need it.

PDG Ted Morrison – Very Happy to be lawn bowling again with just about the same results – a win and a loss..

Past President Hilda Finnigan – Looking forward to a great R I Convention in Lisbon

Incoming President Robbie Larocque – Happy to be a parent volunteer at his daughter’s school and now he is off to the Toronto Zoo with the kids, and it falls on his Birthday.

President Jodi Hewett – Happy to have a float in the Fiesta Day parade in Oshawa last Sunday on behalf of the Farmers Market (an old truck, a cow, dressed up as farmers, handing out candy to the kids) and the it was back to her hose for a big Fathers Day Party she hosted.

Past President Alan Nason – Happy to be another year older but he won’t tell us which year. It was a big one, he says.

Past President Dave Andrews – Happy to be partnering with the Oshawa Rotary Club and the City of Oshawa on the Gazebo for the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens. Truly a memorable 24 hours and 39 email messages.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Past President Andy Lyons:

Andy made a very special presentation to Past President Hilda Finnigan for her trip to the Rotary International Convention in Lisbon. She has a leash for Incoming President Al Finnigan. Al has a habit of not being on time for air departures, and many other things we are sure. The leash will help keep Al close by and not miss the plane.

Vice President Al Finnigan:

In absentia, Al asked everyone to contact him with their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 2 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Robbie Larocque asked everyone to call him regarding their attendance at the Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person.

President Jodi Hewett:

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North.

Our own Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, June 25 , 2013 regular meeting will be a social event called Little Italy Night at the Officers Mess, Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North with the bar open at 5:00 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. It will be a fun filled Italian Night. Cost will be the regular $20 per person and our spouses are cordially invited. We are to learn one phrase in Italian and bring it to the meeting. Until then, ciao, buon journo, and lots of divertimento.

On July 16, we have an Austrailian Rotarian visiting our Club. He found our club on the internet and has been corresponding with Jodi . Be sure to welcome him. Perhaps he will tell us a bit about his Rotary Club.

President Jodi handed out the Farmers market Brochure indicating the times and locations of all of the markets in Durham Region and encouraged everyone to get your produce from one of the Farmers Markets. Legends Centre has a good one.

President Jodi read the following Thank You Letter, from Andrea Tirone, the Interota 2014 Co-Chair:

Dear Devon,
On behalf of the Interota 2014 Host Committee I want to extend a big Thank You for the $600.00 donation made by the Rotary Club of Oshawa Parkwood.
Our team is more than happy to attend one of your club meetings to extend greetings and thanks in person as well as to speak about what the Interota conference is.
If you're interested in receiving the updates we will be sending to our mailing list, you can join it here: http://eepurl.com/AmMdj or you may visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
If you have any comments or questions, please feel free to get in touch!
Kind Regards,   Andrea Tirone    Co-Chair, Interota 2014    Tel: 416-629-1395 | www.interota2014.com

Mike McLaren:

Reminds everyone that he is taking orders for the Rotary Shirt. He wore a sample in white to the meeting . He has also sent out  an email to all members. Please give Mike your order (size and colour) within the next week. Thank you.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

There was no speaker tonight.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

 

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

 

                                               MINUTES OF MEETING : June 11, 2013    

         

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013    

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Janice Leschinsky                                                    

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Grace:    Marsha Chambers       

                          

O Canada:  Peter Dueck 

 

Toast To The Queen :    Past President Bob Koski        

                                                                                  

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :

June 11 – Bob Elliott – Happy Birthday

Jun 12 – Past President Andy Lyons and Donna Pyott – Happy 37th Anniversary

June 15 -   Past District Governor Ted and Sharron Morrison – Happy 45th Anniversary   

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

From the Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College – Shelia King and Baker Baha – our guest speakers

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Winner: Past District Governor Ted Morrison                Card Drawn: 10 of hearts

    

On the Door next week: Registration: PDG Ted Morrison

 Bulletin Editor: Past President Dave Andrews

If you cannot   fulfill these duties, please find a volunteer. Thanks,           

 

HAPPY BUCKS :

 

Our Sergeant At Arms Janet Leschinsky – Happy to be at her son’s graduation from Queens University. He is trying to find a job. Do you of anyone who needs an electrical engineer?

 

Carol Reading – Welcome Back PDG Ted Morrison, and what a great time she had at The Hearth Place Golf Tournament with Rotarians Past President Marion Mills, Past President Dave Andrews, and Vice President Al Finnigan.

 

Vice President Al Finnigan – Thanked Carol Reading, Past Presidents Marion Mills and Dave Andrews for a great time at the Hearth Place Golf Tournament.

 

President Jodi Hewett – Welcome back PDG Ted Morrison.

 

PDG Ted Morrison – A happy $5 to be back and to be alive. He thanked the Club members for the plant and the card and thanked the ICU staff at Oshawa General Hospital for their superb care. 14 units of blood later, Ted is back with us.

 

Past President Devon Biddle – Welcome back PDG Ted, and happy to be off on a tour prior to the RI Convention in Lisbon.

 

Past President Hilda Finnigan – Welcome back PDG Ted, and happy to be off to the RI Convention in Lisbon.

 

Past President Lennis Trotter – Happy to be off to the RI Convention in Lisbon

 

Past President Dave Andrews – Special thanks to Past President Jodi Hewett for running a very successful Officers Mess Golf Tournament (won by the team of Past President Terry DeYoung, Vice President Al Finnigan, Mike McLaren and Past President Dave Andrews) and thanked Carol Reading, Past President Marion Mills and Vice President Al Finnigan for a great time at the Hearth Place Golf Tournament

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

President Jodi Hewett:

Welcomed back past District Governor Ted Morrison, We are all very glad you are getting stronger.

 

Thanked everyone from our Rotary Club for participating at the Officers Mess Golf Tournament at Heather Glen, last Wednesday. Winning foursome came right from our Rotary Club.

 

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Kaiser Crescent). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North.

 

Our own Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, June 25 , 2013 regular meeting will be a social event at the Officers Mess, Ontario Regiment at 53 Simcoe Street North with the bar open at 5:00 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. It will be a fun filled Italian Night. Cost will be the regular $20 per person and our spouses are cordially invited. We are to learn one phrase in Italian and bring it to the meeting. Until then, ciao, buon journo, and lots of divertimento.

 

Announced that Past President Bob Koski is the Rotarian of The Month for his hard work on The Class Act Dinner Theatre Night every year, and his participation at so many Club events. Congratulations Bob !!!

 

Show and Shine, a display of classic cars, that used to be on the grounds where our new Holiday Inn will be, has mover to the parking area just west of Oshawa City Hall and will be there every Wednesday night throughout the summer fro  6 to 8 pm. Jodi and Dave are there with a classic vehicle on display. Drop by and say hello.

 

Vice President Al Finnigan:

Passed around a sign up sheet for all Rotarians to fill out their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 3 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

 

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

In absentia, Robbie Larocque asked everyone to call him regarding their attendance at the Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person.

 

Treasurer Devon Biddle:

Thanked the club members for their comments regarding Training expenses in the 2013-2104 Rotary Year, at last week’s Rotary Club Forum. The Board of Directors will take the member comments under advisement.

 

Secretary Pat Dyck:

Announced the Boys and Girls Club is having their annual meeting on June 19 at 4:30 pm and our Rotary Club has received an invitation to attend. If anyone can attend, please contact Secretary Pat.

 

Mike McLaren:

Announced that he is taking orders for the Rotary Shirt. He wore a sample in white to the meeting . He has also sent out  an email to all members. Please give Mike your order (size and colour) within the next 2 weeks. Thank you.

 

Rotary Moment: Presented by Past President Dave Andrews

What Is RYLA ?

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. RYLA participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts choose to focus on a narrower age range. In our District 7070, the age range is 19-30. RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to: Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth;  Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders;  Encourage leadership of youth, by youth; and Recognize publicly young people who are performing service projects in their communities.

RYLAs often take the form of a seminar, camp, or workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level. In our case, it is a  District program , that runs 5 days, under the leadership of PDG Mike Cooksey.

 

Participants are nominated and in our case, sponsored by local Rotary clubs. For these young adults, this recognition offers the opportunity to build self-confidence, gain exposure to a variety of issues and people, meet active community leaders, and learn valuable information and career skills. RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond.

RYLA can bring new energy to a Rotary district, inspire ideas for service, increase support of community service projects, and develop future Rotarians.

Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia,  and RYLA was officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971. This exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.

Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders define themselves and expand their skills. And for this reason, RYLA is a service program under Rotary’s 5th and newest avenue of service - NEW GENERATIONS, now called Youth Service.

 

Our District played hosted RLYANS, sponsored by Rotary Clubs May 13  -17 at Loyalist College in Belleville.

The week was facilitated by Rotarians Ric Williams of the Toronto Rotary Club.

The District 7070 RYLA program, introduces young participants and their families to the Rotary ideals of service each year.

 

Throughout the week, the youths engage in discussions on individual and group issues, and participate in simulated games where they learn by doing. Every year, they spend a day volunteering in the local Community with a service project.

 

In addition to fellowship activities, the youths enjoy a combination of structured recreational activities and lectures delivered by industry professionals. All the while, they have fun, build friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speakers: Shelia King and Baker Baha of the Rotaract Club of UOIT / Durham College

 

Topic: Their RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) Experience in mid-May at Loyalist College, Belleville       

     

Introduced by Past President  Dave Andrews      

       

Their remarks:

RYLA gave Bake and Shelia the opportunity to hone their teamwork, leadership and interpersonal understanding , while also building strong bonds with other people. They were engaged in various workshops and activities to expand their own Comfort Zone. Some of their memorable moments included trust falls off picnic tables, learning about behavior profiles, tennis ball time trial, communication, and a ladder grid.

Bake and Shelia published a Newsletter at the end of the week and here are some items from that newsletter which they spoke about at our Rotary meeting

 

During the week, the participants helped plant vegetables in the Belleville Food bank garden.

Some comments from the RYLANS, “It was an eye-opening experience”. “At RYLA, I grew as a person”. “RYLA exceeded my expectations. I’ve learned a lot about myself and others”. “The laughter, smiles, and energy that exist in RYLA are what make this program phenomenal”.

 

All 24 participants from all over District 7070 and beyond (from Guelph to Kingston) said they would recommend RYLA to a friend.

 

Another comment: “A leader is someone who compels others to positive actions by the power of their own positive action”.

 

Ric Williams and Diane, the Rotarians that put this program together for so many years, were each presented Paul Harris Fellowship Awards for their tremendous contribution to this most successful Rotary program for Rotary’s Service to Youth – The Next Generation.

 

They were both warmly Thanked by Shawn Kellam.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Be sure to go the District 7070 website, www.rotary7070.org for a list of times, dates and locations of all Rotary Clubs in District 7070. And be sure to go to www.rotary.org to find the date, time , and location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. There is even an app for this too.

Please be sure to mail, email or fax your make-ups to Past President Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

                                                                 MINUTES OF MEETING : June 4, 2013             

Rotary Grace                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                       

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                    

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:    Past President Larry Hurren                            

O Canada:  Peter Dueck  

Toast To The Queen :    Bob Elliott  

                                                                                        

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :   None announced this week    

     

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:    none

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Winner:  Marsha Chambers                Card Drawn: 5 of hearts

    

 ON THE DOOR NEST WEEK: TED MORRISON

BULLETIN EDITOR: DAVE ANDREWS

HAPPY BUCKS :

Past President Marion Mills – It was GREAT Yard Sale and NO rain

Past President Kris Sachdeva – his cataract eye surgeries were very successful.Unhappy that he had a break-in at his office, but good news that the intruder was apprehended.

Past President Hilda Finnigan – Very happy that Past District Governor Ted Morrison has survived quite an ordeal, Special thanks to Bob and Rhonda Stewart for hosting our successful Yard Sale  

       

Bob Stewart  -Thank you to everyone who helped at the Yard Sale and Rhonda thanks everyone for the flowers

Director Robbie Larocque – Thank you to Past President Devon Biddle for allowing him to borrow the big  van  to move Robbie’s daughter – 5 trips back and forth from downtown Toronto

Vice President Al Finnigan – Thank you to Bob Stewart and Rhonda and everyone who made the Yard Sale a huge success (over $1,100.00)

Past President Devon Biddle – An amazing Dinner for Dr Bob Scott in Cobourg last Friday evening. Unless you go to an International Convention, you will never see, in the same room: The President of Rotary International (Sakuji Tanaka) , The Incoming President of Rotary International (Ron Burton) , and the Chair of the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation (Past Rotary International President Wilf Wilkinson). And all there to honour Bob Scott. A great evening along with many from our Rotary Club: Linda Biddle, Past District Governor Ted and Sharron Morrison, Past President Lennis and Esther Trotter, and Past President Dave Andrews.

President Jodi Hewett – Thank you all for assisting with the Rotary Yard Sale and a very special thank you to Bob and Rhonda Stewart and to Vice President Al and Past President Hilda Finnigan.

Marsha Chambers – She hosted a lunch for her seniors walking group and had sex in a pan for dessert, and thanked Past President Kris Sachdeva for borrowing his coffee pot.

Past President Lennis Trotter – Very happy that Past District Governor Ted Morrison is back and had an excellent  evening on Friday evening at the Dinner for Dr Bob Scott in Cobourg. And then off to see The Book of Mormons with Past President Devon and Linda Biddle on Saturday.

Past President Larry Hurren – Very happy that we had an excellent Rotary Yard Sale. He bought his grandson Teddy Bear back to give back to his grandson, Guess he wasn’t quite finished with it yet. And then had  a very happy time with the kids and grandkids at Jack Astor’s.

Past President Alan Nason – Thanked Bob Stewart for be such a gracious host for the Rotary Yard Sale.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Vice President Al Finnigan:

Passed around a sign up sheet for all Rotarians to fill out their choices for Committees for  the 2013-2014 Rotary Year which starts in 3 weeks. Many committee members will be asked to volunteer  / assigned to the same committees as last year to provide continuity to ensure the strength of the committees.

Past President Lennis Trotter:

Announced that the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region meeting for the $700,000 campaign for the new building and for renovations to the Village will be on September 9,2013 at the Durham Regional Headquarters. All members of the Rotary Club of Oshawa- Parkwood and The Optimist Club of Ajax are encouraged to attend this very important kick off meeting. Members from both clubs will be assigned to committees at that meeting.

Incoming Vice President Robbie Larocque:

Passed around a sign up sheet for Presidents’ Night on July 2, 2013. If you did not sign the sheet, please call Robbie to confirm the number of people you will be bringing to the July 2 evening. If you are unable to attend please also call Robbie. Cost for the special dinner will be $40.00 per person.

President Jodi Hewett:

The Rotary Gazebo Grand Opening, a Community Service Civic Project partnering the two Rotary Clubs in Oshawa and The City of Oshawa, will be held on July 12 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens (near the corner of Adelaide and Macmillan Drive). All members are cordially invited. There will be a reception following at the Officers Mess of the Ontario Regiment on Simcoe Street

The Rotary Club of Newmarket has invited us to their July 20 Golf Tournament at Redcrest Golf Club. Cost is $180 per person which includes dinner and a silent and live auctions.

Our own Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood, June 25 , 2013 regular meeting will be a social event at the Officers Mess, Ontario Regiment on Simcoe Street North with the bar open at 5:00 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. It will be a fun filled Italian Night. Cost will be the regular $20 per person and our spouses are cordially invited. We are to learn one phrase in Italian and bring it to the meeting. Until then, ciao, buon journo, and lots of divertimento.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: President Jodi Hewett held a Club Forum.  

               

President Jodi Hewett: Opportunity for our Rotary Club - Student Exchange:

We have a student who has approached the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood who wants to be an outbound exchange student in 2014-2015. Jodi asked the club members who would be willing to host an inbound exchange student during the same time period? If we had a family or two or three to host the student, it would be a tremendous service to both the inbound and the outbound exchange student and to our Rotary Club members and their families.

President Jodi asked each Rotarian to go home and talk it over with their spouse and get back to her as soon as you can.

Past President Devon Biddle: By-Laws Amended as of June 4, 2103.

A few weeks ago, Past President Devon Biddle, in his former capacity as Club Secretary, emailed copies of the proposed amendments to the By-Laws of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood to each Club member. Devon thanked past District Governor Ted Morrison and Past Presidents Hilda Finnigan and Alan Nason for their detailed analysis and proposed amendments. As a result of the recent Rotary Council on Legislation, the Rotary Club Constitution and By-Laws will have to be reviewed and amended to coincide with those approved by the Rotary International Board of Directors as a result of the Council on Legislation. The By-Laws amendments were approved , as presented, by the club members.

Past President Devon Biddle: The 2013-2014 Rotary Club Budget 

In his capacity as the current Treasurer of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood announced that the Club Dues for the 2013-2104 Rotary Year will be as follows: $260 if paid by cash or cheque on or before August 1, 2013 OR $275 if paid by credit card on or before August 1, 2013. The dues would be $275 if paid by cash or cheque after August 1, 2013 OR $290 if paid by credit card after August 1, 2013. For those who pay by the installment plan, the latter scenario would be in effect.

In short, there is NO INCREASE IN DUES FOR THE 2013-2014 ROTARY YEAR.

Treasurer Devon Biddle also led a discussion among the members regarding the expenses for Training (the cost to send the President Elect to the Presidents Elect Training Seminar (PETS), the cost to send the President Elect to the International Convention, the cost to send the President to the District Conference, the registration fees for the President Elect, Incoming Treasurer, Incoming Secretary, Incoming Board members and any interested club member for the District Training Assembly, and the registration fees for members interested in attending the  Rotary Leadership Institute courses) to come from Club Funds (through members dues) or Community Service Funds or a combination from both funds.

The meeting ended at 8:15 pm

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

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Editor: Mike McLaren

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  May 28th, 2013       

      

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013   

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:   Walter Stewart   

         

O Canada: Peter Dueck 

Toast To The Queen :  Larry Hurren   

                                                                                    

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Velma Ratchford – May 28th

      

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: none

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: Winner:  Bob Stewart                Card Drawn:  6 of hearts

     

                

On The Door Next Week:                              TBA         

Bulletin Editor Next Week:                           Dave Andrews

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS :

Mike was sleeping at the wheel.  I know many people and all of us are thankful for Ted’s recovery and that he is back home.

Alan Nason is happy to be back from his England trip

Mike McLaren was happy that his daughter Addi is recovering well from her surgery.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Saturday June 1st is our yard sale at Rhonda and Bob Stewart’s home.

Rotary Gazebo joint meeting went well.  Official ground breaking and designation will take place Friday July 12, 2013 at 1pm

Reminder of directors meeting here – 5pm on Tuesday June 4th

 

June 25th regular meeting at Officers Mass. Open to partners and it will be a social night.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ashley MacInnis from Oshawa Hospital Foundation for CEO Robert Baker.  

             

Introduced By: Lennis Trotter

Remarks: Ashley apologized for Robert naker who could not be with us tonight as his father had passed away. Ashley did a remarkable job with her presentation. Lots of great news and excitement. New addition is needed to hospital (in the next 20 year period) .  The Fund raising is having a great year but many needs are requested.  The stats show growth in population and the senior demographics.  About 140k people came through the ER in Oshawa last year. There are over 1k volunteers that are greatly appreciated. Lakeridge Health is made up of hospitals and facilities in the four communities. Whitby, Oshawa, Bowmanville and Port Perry.

Ashley has invited us all over for coffee any time and her room number is A120.  Come visit!

Thanked By: Shawn Kellam

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Mike McLaren

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : May 21 , 2013 

           

Rotary Grace

                                                                                                                       

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST 

                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013   

                                   

President:                        Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                        Devon Biddle

Secretary:                        Pat Dyck

Club Administration:      Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                    Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                    Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:   Hilda Finnigan

                                   

O Canada: Marion Mills

Toast To The Queen :  Marsha Chambers     

                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   - Vice President Al Finnigan on May 20 proud to be 71 and looking young

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Assistant Governor – Wayne Routly and two Interactors from two clubs in Courtice and Bowmanville

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: - Walter Stewart drew the Ace of Clubs

                

On The Door Next Week: Robbie Laroque                       Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike McLaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda Finnigan, Marion Mills, Lennis Trotter, Devon Biddle and Wayne Routly was thankful for our Rotaractors and their presentation.

 

Al Finnigan was happy to be a young for another year.

Larry Hurren happy for the safety village.

 

Bob Stewart had a golf story – Hid friend Tom had a terrible day on the golf course. On the 18th hole, Tom’s ball went in the water. Tom went after the ball and his golf cart went right in to water. .

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  Yard Sale Saturday June 1st; help needed Friday May 31 and Saturday June 1

2. Rotary Gazebo at the Oshawa valley Botanical Gardens Grand Opening will be July 12; meeting with Oshawa Club on Thursday May 23 at the Officers Mess, 5:30PM to discuss same

3. Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament Wed. June 5th , $55.00

GUEST SPEAKER  : Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College Executive

Name of Speaker: Christine Dabrowski, Baker Baha and Hailey MacNamara     Introduced By: Marion Mills

Activities for the year: Peace contest, Prom project, attending the Rotary District 7070 conference, trick or treat cans food drive. Relay for Life (24hrs).

They have 8 executive members, meet weekly, about 40-80 active members. About 100+ on email list.

Their presentation is at: http://tinyurl.com/kzs4kmg and it is on our Rotary club’s Facebook Page too.

Larry Hurren thanked Christine, Baker and Hailey for sharing. The future is in good hands with these leaders.

Meeting Adjourned

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD 

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA L1H 8T2

 

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : May 14, 2013 

          

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                                

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                            

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                         

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President:                       Jodi Hewett

Past President:               Walter Stewart

Vice President:               Allan Finnigan

Treasurer:                       Devon Biddle

Secretary:                       Pat Dyck

Club Administration:       Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects:       Robert Kipling

Membership:                  Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations:             Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms:                   Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                 

                                                 

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Grace:                            Marsha Chambers                 

O Canada:                     Marion Mills                                                                                                               

Toast To The Queen :  Lennis Trotter 

                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   - Bob and Patti Koski  Happy Anniversary

                                                               - Fred Leschinsky –May 17,

                                                                - President Jodi Hewett – May 16, 

                                                                - Vice President  Al Finnigan  May 20

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   Robert Brown – potential member;

                                                         Guest Speakers David Thompson & John Beaton

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW: - Janice Leschinsky drew the Three of Diamonds

                

On The Door Next Week: Robbie Laroque                      Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike McLaren

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda FinniganAddie McLaren having her appendix out as we speak;

Marion MillsJuri has been accepted at the University in Tokyo, a step closer to her dream of being an interpreter, also, cousin David doing well post surgery;

Carol Reading paid a penalty buck for Al Finnigan. (he left early);

Devon Biddle - ??;

Janice Leschinsky for recognition of her article in the Senior’s Newsletter;

Shawn Kellam for monies won from Ace of Spades draw ($138.00);

Dave Andrews -  for Rotary Leadership Institute in Barrie, District 7010;

Kris Sachdeva - Happy to be back, bad weather in San Diego and he had a successful Cataract surgery upon his return;  

President Jodi Hewett misses her co worker, on vacation in Las Vegas;

Robert Kipling  - for the pleasure of sitting beside and taliking to our guest Robert Brown

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 - Yard Sale Saturday June 1st; help needed Friday May 31 and Saturday June 1

 - Gazebo ground breaking postponed from May to July; meeting with Oshawa Club on Thursday May 23 at the

   Officers Mess, 5:30 PM to discuss some details

 - Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament Wed. June 5th , $55.00

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: David Thompson                                          Introduced By: Marion Mills

David Thompson is a member of the Board of Directors for the Durham Youth Orchestra for more than 20 years; with him was John Beaton the Music Director for the Orchestra.  Orchestra members range in age from 10 to 21 years.  The mandate is to develop musical capability in children, through group and individual musical programs.  Their budget of approximately $40,000 per year comes for membership fees, ticket sales for concerts, sponsorships and fundraising events.  This money pays for professional coaching for the children, guest artists and professionals, as well as scholarships the children.  David asked that we consider a multi year sponsorship of $500-$1000.  Our club would be recognized in concert programs as well as, a “shout out” during concerts.

 Carol Reading thanked David for his information sharing.

Meeting Adjourned

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. There's an app for that. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

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EDITOR: MIKE MCLAREN

                                      

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:     Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:                  Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:    Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  May 7th, 2013

          

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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. 

                                                                                                                                                                            

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President: Jodi Hewett

Past President: Walter Stewart

Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:   Shawn Kellam            

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                        

Toast To The Queen :  Myles Fisher   

                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   none  

             

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  none

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:            Shawn Kellam

Card Drawn:   The Ace of Spades  !!!!!!!

(We all want to start our Grace next week J 

       .     

                

On The Door Next Week: Robbie Larocque                   

Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike McLaren

 

HAPPY BUCKS :

Larry Hurren: cutting down of a tree.

Alan Nason: off to England

Mike McLaren: safe drive home from Toronto

Walter Stewart: happy to be back from a holiday in Florida

Ted Morrison: Thank you for the prayers during this sad time.

Lennis Trotter:  Saw Bob Elliot’s former boat Miss Canada, and sad that a business is moving on.

Bob Stewart: story about a Go train experience with a loud radio

Bob Elliot: Happy about his boat going in and story about his wife and a life jacket.

Devon Biddle: Happy to have his son home from his music tour of Europe.

ANNOUNCEMENTS    

June 5th Golf Tournament – for the OfficersMess of the Ontario Regiment – at Heather Glenn -  9 am shotgun start. Cost $55. Our Club has One Foursome already.

June 25th regular meeting to be held offsite.

July 2- President’s Night – Invite your Spouse

July 9 – District Governor Valarie Wafer Visits – Spouses Invited

June 1 – Giant Rotary Garage Sale day at Bob Stewart’s house, 687 Masson Street, Oshawa.

 

ROTARY of the Month:   Robbie Larocque

GUEST SPEAKER 

:

Name of Speaker: Andy Lyons   Introduced By: himself and President Jodi

Remarks: In June 2014, the Rotary International Convention will be held in Sydney, Australia.  Great activates for all to see and do, before, during, and after!  Past President Andy gave us  agood idea of the costs of airfare and hotel, and encourage all of us to go on a trip of a lifetime. And , of course, Andy and Marlin Travel can get us there.

Thanked By: Walter Stewart

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. There is even an APP for the location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy RD, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past President Bob Koski

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING:  April 30, 2013 

           

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.

                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President: Jodi Hewett

Past President: Walter Stewart

Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace:  Marsha Chambers                   

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast :  Larry Hurren     

 

                                                              

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   - None

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:      None

 

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:    Mike McLaren     Card Drawn:   6 clubs      

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On The Door Next Week:  Robbie Larocque                   Bulletin Editor Next Week: Mike Mc Laren

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Mike Mc Laren, Jodi Hewett, Dave Andrews, Al & Hilda Finnigan, Devon Biddle, Larry Hurren, Kris Sachdeva, Ted Morrison   – Reverse Draw was a successful fundraiser

Marion Mills – great weekend, two RYLA students sponsored from our club

Andy Lyons – had Donna in his place at Poker Trump Aids Walk

Marsha Chambers – took a bath today in her new tub.

Bob Stewart – attended Paul Dwyer reunion

Al Finnigan – our team came close to $1,000 for Poker Trump Aids Walk

Terry Deyoung – May 1 officially retired

Ted Morrison – Sharron appreciates the help she gets from Kay Hurren with the Silent Auction portion of the Reverse Draw.  Enjoyed the Poker Trump Aids Walk.

Alan Nason – he and Margaret enjoy walking at the Oshawa Centre

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS :

Jodi: Sat June 1 Yard Sale.  Bob Stewart and Laura Carey organizing.  Bob Stewart’s house is location. Drop off your stuff Sat June 1 before 8 am or Friday evening May 31.

Richmond Hill Rotary 60th anniversary Friday May 24. 

Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament Wednesday June 5.  See Jodie for more info. $55 per person.

Directors meeting Tuesday May 7 at 5 pm.

Hilda Finnigan – Judy Uphoff doing fine, planning a move soon and Betty Matthews is in Lakeridge Health Hospital.  Janice Leschinsky Seargent-at-Arms for May.

Kris Sachdeva – 2nd place winner of Reverse Draw donated the $1,400 to our club

ROTARY MOMENT  

Ted Morrison updated club on a few of the latest 170 pieces of legislation that Rotary International has recently approved.  Rotary dues up by $1 per year for next three years, ‘Homemaker’ is a recognized classification for prospective new Rotarians; 85 Rule - whereby your age and years of service in Rotary qualify you to be excluded from attendance rules.

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker:  Hilda Finnigan      Introduced By: Jodi Hewett

Remarks:  Hilda spoke of her brother, who lived a full and good life after receiving a heart transplant.  He received his heart on Good Friday and 20 years later, he died on Easter Sunday. 

She quoted a lot of facts and figures for us. 1,475 people are waiting for organ donations in Canada.  Over 1,000 of these are for kidneys.  90% of registered donors will be honored.  Only 50 % of people who are not registered, end up donating organs.  Only 22% of Ontarians have registered for Organ Donation.

28% of people in Durham Region are registered organ donors. One organ donor can save up to eight lives.

You can register to be an organ donor: in person at Service Ontario offices, or on-line by going to beadonor.ca/cinema.

Live life, then give life.  Register today.

Thanked By:  Alan Nason

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm.  

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past President Bob Koski

                                      

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:     Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:                  Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:    Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  April 23, 2013 

            

Rotary Grace                                                                                                               

O Lord, The 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.                                                                                                                                                                             

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                     

1.  Is it the truth                                                           

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?        

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

                       

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

President: Jodi Hewett

Past President: Walter Stewart

Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Treasurer: Devon Biddle

Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

Membership: Robbie Larocque

The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey / Ted Morrison

Public Relations: Dave Andrews

Sgt-at-Arms: Andy Lyons / Alan Nason / Bob Koski / Janice Leschinsky                                                   

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Grace : Carol Reading

National Anthem:  Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen:  Bob Elliott                                                                                

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

 Guests: None

 Visiting Rotarians: None

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

Birthdays – Cora Doyle 

Anniversaries – None

        

ANNOUNCEMENTS                                                  

Terry De Young  - still has tickets for Reverse Draw and needs Silent Auction donations;

2013 Scottish-Canadian Golf Exchange coming soon.  Twelve hosts required.  For golfers this is an opportunity of a lifetime.  See Terry for details. 

Mike McLaren – there will be a Reverse Draw Committee meeting after this week’s Rotary meeting;

to date: over 190 tickets sold.  

Ted Morrison – informed club that we have about 36 items for Silent Auction

Vice-President Al – Sat. May 4 District Assembly meeting.  Dave, Al, Janice and Ted will attend

President Jodie - reminded our members of the upcoming Sat April 27 Trump Aids Walk; 

May 1 budget meeting for 2013-14 at her home;

Sat May 11 Whitby Rotary with our help wishes to hold a Community Care Day, where we would help seniors with yard maintenance to allow them to remain in their homes. 

Richmond Hill Rotary 60th Anniversary-Friday May 24, dinner & dance: Devon & Linda and Ted and Sharron will attend.

Spring Yard Sale is at Bob Stewart’s on Saturday June 1.  Your help needed Friday May 31 too.

 

Ontario Regiment Golf Tournament, Wed June 5, Heather Glen GC, $55 entry fee provides: lunch, 9 holes of golf and prizes.  All Rotarians welcome. 

Tuesday July 9th District Governor will be visiting our club.

Thank you letter from Annette McDonald of CLOCA.  She enjoyed her guest speaker visit to our club.

At President’s Nite last week, Jodi learned of a new District Rotary Golf proposal.  It’s going to take place at three different GTA courses and is a fellowship event, not a fundraiser.  Cost is $150 per person for golf, cart and dinner.  First event Wed May 22 at 1 pm (shotgun start).  See Jodi for details.

Michelle Poole, President of Oshawa Rotary Club is promoting a 10 am – 4 pm event at Big Um Park.  See Jodi for info.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:    Peter Dueck drew the four of spades.

Happy Bucks:

Kris Sachdeva – happy to be here 

Mike Mclaren – story about a ‘dog’

Peter Dueck – recent accident, car a write off and he did not even have a scratch

Marsha Chambers – cleaning up her shed she found the base to her umbrella stand in its original package

Al Finnigan – will be doing some plumbing work for Keith

Jodi Hewett – happy to be here

Robert Kipling –summer reads book sale at McLaughlin Library Thurs Apr 25- Sat Apr 27

Ted Morrison – youngest child turns 40

Dave Andrews – annual Myrtle Beach Golf with Oshawa Rotarians – great fun and fellowship

Alan Nason- happy to be here

 

GUEST SPEAKER  

We had a Club Forum this week.

 

Jodi presented an idea for us to consider.  At this year’s District Conference at Deerhurst, we should think about hosting a theme hospitality suite Friday Oct 25.  Conference runs from Oct 25 – 27.  Theme could be

‘golfer’s dream’ with beer, wine and “green” margaritas.  Should be a fun event for our club.  This item will be discussed at the May 1 Budget meeting.

Meeting Adjourned: 7:30 pm

Next Week: Tuesday, 30 April 2013 – Organ Donation and Tissue Awareness Speaker – Hilda Finnigan.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians

.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. There is even an APP for the location of all Rotary Clubs in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : November 27, 2012             

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle 

                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                            

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Grace:  Larry Huren

O Canada:  Eamon Doyle                                                                                                                                            

Toast To The Queen :  Alan Nason                                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Nov 25 Bob Stewart, Judith Uphoff Nov 23

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

None

 ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner:     Janis Lachinsky         Card Drawn:   6 Hearts 

         .     

On The Door Next Week:   Hilda Finnigan & Dave Andrews

Bulletin Editor Next Week: Ted Morrison

 

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

 

HAPPY BUCKS:

Dave Andrews  attended 100th anniversary luncheon of the Toronto Club with Past District Governor Ted Morrison

Andy Lyons enjoyed his lengthy cruise

Devon Biddle still being invited to the Biddle and Associates Christmas Party

Janis Leschinsky happy that her friend’s daughter was the successful contestant on the “Canada Bachelor” TV show

Ted Morrison happy to see President Jodi Hewett back

Marion Mills happy to see Jodi back

Larry Hurren wants those that pledged for his grandson to skate in Skatethon to pay up

Dave Andrews happy plans are complete for the 33rd Annual Rotary Skatethon and thanked those that volunteered to help

Pat Dyck  is off to St. Maartin for two weeks

Al Finnigan is  glad Jodi is back and glad to pay his parking tickets

President  Jodi Hewett is glad to be back and offered to share her crutch with Al Finnigan

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Ted Morrison  congratulated two club members on becoming Rotary Foundation Benefactors. He presented certificates to Marsh Chambers and Al Finnigan. Laura Carey and Dave Rouza also became Benefactors and will be presented at a later time.

Hilda Finnigan announced the plans for the Rotary Christmas Party at Lennis and Esther Trotter’s home are going well. If you have not signed up to bring a dish you will be called. The  Cost is $10/person (kids free).She also announced that HelmutUphoff is not doing too well-very weak from chemo and Judith is recovering from pneumonia.

Devon Biddle reminded those members who did not attend our Polio fundraiser ”games night “ at Jodi’s that he is collecting your $20 donation to the Rotary Foundation Oilio Plus Fund. He is also collecting the $10 per person cost for the Christmas party.

Andy Lyons reminded members to get their cakes and hams orders in to him . ABSOLUTE deadline is 5 Dec.

President Jodi reminded members that next week Dec 4 will be our annual Christmas party for Participation house. Cost is $40.

President Jodi also informed the club of our Rotaract Club of UOIT/Durham College ’s “PeacePhoto Contest” which is a Canada- Wide project to send in Photos that best reflects PEACE .

Jodi also reminded members of the Breakfast at the Waltzing Weasel this Saturday- free when you bring an unwrapped toy/item for a teenager that will be collected as part of Sharon’s Kids program.

 GUEST SPEAKER  :

 

Name of Speaker: Hilda Finnigan                                             Introduced By: President Jodi

 

Remarks: Hilda gave a report from the  Community Service Committee for the year to date. The budget for this committee is $14,000 annually. To date they have allotted $ 9710. Allottments include: Grandview Children’s Centre ”Leave No Kids Behind” program-$2500; Simcoe Hall Settlement House ”Yellow Bus Program’ $125

Partnership in Service projects $1000; MCVI Commencement Award $500; Trillium Gift of Life Network Durham Region (Santa Claus Parade) $500; Simcoe Hall Settlement House and Salvation Army each  $1000 for Christmas Hampers; Remembrance Day Wreath $85. Upcoming is the Participation House Christmas Dinner about $2500. Monies given last year to Hillsdale Terraces to build a “Man Cave” for Alzheimer’s patients was also discussed. She informed members of possible future projects that included Durham College, Dictionaries, Crime Stoppers and AIDS Durham

 

Thanked By:President Jodi and the committee for a great job this year.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:   Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:   Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:   Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 3, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                       President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                   Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                              Vice President: Alan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                                 Treasurer: Devon Biddle 

                                                                                   Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                             Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                          The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships? Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?             Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                         

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Grace:  Larry Hurren                

O Canada: Marion Mills                                                                                                                                               

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott                                                                                          

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Christine Colton (Shawn’s spouse0, Geoff Osborne (17th), Eamon Doyle( 20th)

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Guest:  Christine Dulbecco   Guest of Rotarian: Mike McLaren

Guest: Addy & Kyla McLaren Guest of Rotarian: Mike

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner: Christine Dulbecco   Card Drawn: Ace of Diamonds                .     

             

On The Door Next Week:  Hilda Finnigan

Bulletin Editor Next Week: Ted Morrison

 

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be on the door , please find a replacement)

HAPPY BUCKS

1. Dave Andrews proud of the Nov 11 service that our club took part in with President Jodi Hewett

2. Bob Stewart Happy to attend the MCVI Commencement and hand out our club’s scholarship to the student winner

3. Bob Elliott had a great time hosting the Scottish curlers and curling against them He especially enjoyed the “social: times

4. Kris Sachdeva happy to celebrate the Indian new Year and the Festival of Lights

5. Robbie Larocque has submitted a letter to the purple woods conservation area asking that our club be part of the Maple Syrup Festival next spring

6. Hilda Finnigan was happy to have her grandchildren at the War Museum last week

7. Jodi Hewett Happy to take part in the Nov 11 parade and represent our club. Now she has the Santa Claus Parade to organize for the 20th

8. AL Finnigan happy that Hilda was able to make a decision on redecorating paint in a timely fashion

9. Devon Biddle was also to have his grandchildren at the museum last Tuesday

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. Hilda announced that Oshawa Parkwood’s annual Christmas Part will again be at the Trotters home in Manchester. This year we will be having an “Old Fashion Traditional Christmas Dinner” with turkey and all the trimmings. It will be pot luck and she passed around a sheet for members to sign up for what they will bring. Those that don’t sign will be called and assigned a dish to bring

2. Marion announced that plans for the Mentorship Program at our Rotoract club are progressing nicely. 8 students have matches and 6 are still waiting for a match.

3. Larry Hurren thanked the members for helping his 4 year old grandson with his pledge sheet for the Skatethon

4. Dave announced that plans for the Skatethon are almost complete and he asked members to sign up for the volunteer helpers for the day. We need someone to go with Marion and Carol to Ajax on the same day to help the Durham Dragons portion

5. Al announced that the first meeting for the Reverse Draw committee will be on Thursday at the Golf Club Reverse Draw will be April 25

6. Dave and Robbie announced plans for our Membership Recruitment night  next Tuesday November 20. All members should try and make it. PLEASE NOTE IT IS FOR DESSERT AND COFFEE ONLY (NO MEAL) AND STARTS AT 7PM

Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation Annual General Meeting

 

Devon Biddle reviewed the minutes of the last general meeting. Minutes were adopted. He then reviewed the financial statements of the Foundation. The financial statements were approved as presented. Devon then gave the report of the nomination committee . The membership approved the nomination slate.

A complete set of minutes will be distributed by the Secretary of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood Charitable Foundation at a later time

 

GUEST SPEAKER :

Name of Speaker: Mike McLaren

Introduced by: President Jodi Hewett

Thanked By:Dr. Kris Sachdeva

 

Speaker’s Remarks:

This was Mike’s Craft talk . He gave a very  interesting and thorough discussion of his business laced with humour and with the aid of his daughter Addy. Mike is a partner at Equity Associates as a Financial Advisor. He discussed tactical money management. Canadians on average spend 110% of their salary which leads to too much debt. He said that everyone needs a strategy for safety to protect against falling markets. He concluded by giving 5 Ways to reduce your Taxes

A very interesting and entertaining talk…Well done Mike

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – Piano Rest., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

 

MINUTES OF MEETING: October 16th, 2012             

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                     

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                                                                                               Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

 

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                

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Grace:   Lennis Trotter

O Canada: Marion Mills

Toast To The Queen:  Hilda Finnigan                                                                     

 

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

Adrian Betts, Executive Director, Aids Durham 

Helena Decyk of Medical Pharmacy Group & Carol Ford , a guest of Janice Leschinsky

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

October 25th       Jill Fisher 

ANNOUNCEMENTS                         

·         Ribfest “wrap-up” meeting is on Monday, October 29th, 6:30 pm at the Armories.

·         Our October 30th meeting is at Jodi & Dave’s home, $20 pp, spouses’ night, bring Toonies (Twoonies?)

·         November 6th is our tour of the museum and dinner at 420 Wing, $20, arrive at 5:30 pm for tour.

·         Vice President Al Finnigan read a “thank you” letter from the Armories for our club’s financial support.

·         Our club was presented with the “Changemaker Award” at the District Conference (not many were awarded, well done Oshawa-Parkwood!)).

·         Community Services Chair Hilda Finnigan presented a cheque for $563 to Adrian Betts for AIDS Durham.  This money is our share from the Tororonto District 7070 Rotary Trump AIDS Poker Walk in April 2012.

·         Vice President Al Finnigan shared information about the Durham College Expansion Project; $ 6 million in capital funds are needed; our club has committed to $5 thousand each year for 3 years.

·         On the door for November :   Hilda         Bulletin Editor for November:  Ted

                                 (Editor’s note: If you cannot be there, please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  

Robbie won !!!!

                

HAPPY BUCKS

·         Past District Governor Ted Morrison  was very pleased about the District Conference, even though he and Sharron were very busy as Aides Rotary International President’s Repersentative Mike and Sherry McCullough.  The 2013iden Hilda Finnigan was sorry to miss the conference but she had a wonderful time with her grad classmates at their 50th year celebration.  Next year, there’s no conflict of dates so she can attend both: her grad get-together and the 2013 Rotary District Conference (which is especially good because it’s Al’s year as President.)

·         Past President Devon Biddle says that the conference organizers followed Past District Governor Ted Morrison’s Conference Committee “roadmap” and that’s why it was good!

·         Adrian Betts shared a happy story of a woman who has been part of recovery programs through AIDS Durham…she married and gave birth to a healthy, HIV negative baby girl.

·         Director Robbie Larocque is happy about the weather in Oakville.

·         Past President Dave Andrews also enjoyed the conference; there were 24 break-out sessions, a great documentary and the good news that we can apply for Rotary Foundation Grant money to use in our own community.

·         Past President Lennis Trotter complimented Zain Shaik the actor from Little Mosque On The Prairie .

·         Past President Bob Koski loves the great weather!

·         Vice President Al Finnigan enjoyed the conference, especially the fellowship.  He really liked it that Dave A. won the 50/50 money and shared by purchasing wine and beer.

·         Past President Dave Andrews  shared that there are lots of pictures from the conference on  Facebook …be sure to “check them out”!

 

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GUEST SPEAKER  : 

Name of Speaker: Janice Leschinsky                  

 Janice shared about her plan to conduct a “pilot project” concerning INR tests for those taking anticoagulant medications.  Janice explained the many advantages of the use of an electronic sensor to test the blood.  Janice is asking for sponsors and volunteers for this project.   

Eamonn thanked our speaker; meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: 

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; 

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society; 

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life; 

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10 

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm 

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am 

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am 

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am 

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm 

WEDNESDAY:Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am 

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am 

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm  

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm 

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am 

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am 

FRIDAY:Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15 

 

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15 

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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Editor: Past President Marion Mills

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING: October 16th, 2012             

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                             

                                                                                      Treasurer: Devon Biddle 

                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff     

                                                   

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Grace:   Alan Nason

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen:  Larry Hurren                                                                                          

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

 

Syd Harmon, Past District Governor 7080

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   

Oct.  16   Cheryl Carter

         19   Robbie and TerryLynn (Anniversary)

          22  Sandy Chyznak & Carla Skinner

ANNOUNCEMENTS                                                  

 

·         Andy L. is collecting $20 for attendance on Nov. 6th at the military museum and our meal at the 420 Wing.  This is a spouses’ & family night; children under 14 are no charge.  Also, our cakes & hams sale is coming soon.  Prices are the same: hams $25, cakes $20.  Delivery will be the second week of December.

·         Bob K. is pleased that our members have sold 182 tickets so far; we’re past the strategic 180 mark!  He also praised Terry for seeing the presentation twice and Hilda & Al for selling 26 tickets!!  **Hilda says that Al hasn’t paid yet!!

·         Dave A. reminded us to hand in our membership nomination forms.

·         Al F. 1) On October 29th at 6:30, there will be a “Ribfest Wrap-up” meeting at the Officers’ Mess

               2)  Al shared a letter of congratulation from Jim Flaherty to Andy Lyons.  Andy has been awarded                      the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, in honour of over 50 years of volunteerism.

               3)  We’re reminded to bring our $2 coins to Jodi’s…all for the good of the polio fund.

·         On The Door Next Week:   Marsha Chambers      Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion Mills

             (Editor’s note: If you cannot be there, please find a replacement)

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   Devon pulled the King of ♦

                

HAPPY BUCKS

·         Hilda is happy for two reasons: she’ll be attending a 50th year reunion with her nursing grad. friends/ happy that Bob K. has helped all of us to get to the 182 point for ticket sales.  

·         Walter: thanks to Bob K.

·         Helmut is happy to be here.

·         Pat announced that Ken is having his 70th birthday and that everyone is welcome at a “Come & Go” get-together at Solina Hall from 1-4 on Sunday.

·         Robert is sad that Canada was beaten by Honduras 8 to 1, so no chance at the World Cup in 2014. (Next chance is 2018.)

·         Carol shared that, even though both her sister and brother are in hospital, they’re both doing better.

·         Bob K. is very pleased with our ticket sales/ enjoyed his family trip to Muskoka

·         Dave A. is happy that 4 of our Rotaractors have been fully subsidized to attend the conference and that an additional 4 from another club have been covered by the RC of Oshawa. 

·         Al F. congratulated Andy on his Diamond Jubilee Award and thanked David A. for his efforts to get our Rotaractors’ registrations completely covered.

·         Andy is pleased about his award/ he and Donna are leaving on a month-long cruise in the south Pacific, and he doesn’t care about missing anything here.

ROTARY MOMENT  

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GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Past DG of 7080, Syd Harmon                       Introduced By: Andy Lyons

Our speaker‘s theme was about involvement, particularly active involvement with passion. This passion can be the catalyst in Projects, membership drives, fundraising, PR and more.

He gave a specific example of the “Canadian Dictionary Project”, which began in 2006-2007. Our club’s financial support and personal involvement has been requested.

Devon thanked our speaker; meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : October 9th , 2012             

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                                                                                               Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                   

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Grace:   Terry DeYoung

O Canada: Peter Dueck

Toast To The Queen :  Bob Elliott                                                                                          

GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS

The Fernandez Family: Walter, Karen & Alana

 

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  

Oct. 11  Shawn Kellam

        15  Jen McAuley, Ken Dyck

        16   Cheryl Carter

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

·         Ted reminded us to hand in our membership proposals; next week is good too.  Also, November 30th is the day that our government matches “dollar-for-dollar” our charitable donations.  This is the best time to donate to our RI Foundation.  The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation also matches, so $20 can become $60 in this equation!

·         Bob K. reminded us to “move those tickets” for Class Act.  We have 100 out so far, and we need 180 sold in order to reach our goal and have a $30 tax receipt.

·         Andy L. is collecting $20 for attendance on Nov. 6th at the military museum and our meal at the 420 Wing.  This is a spouses’ & family night; children under 14 are no charge.  Also, our cakes & hams sale is coming soon.  Andy will have info. a.s.a.p.  Prices are the same: hams $25, cakes $20.  Send an e-mail to Andy if you’d like a flyer.

·         Hilda: we still need a bulletin editor for next March…and a host for our Christmas/holiday get-together.

·         On The Door Next Week:   Marsha Chambers                    Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Marion Mills

             (Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:   David Mankiewicz           Card Drawn: JackHearts    (Ted shared about the controversy at RC of Trenton…whether to start a new deck if remaining cards are getting low.)    .     

                

HAPPY BUCKS

·         Ted: He and Sharron are off for 8 days in the south, Savannah and Myrtle Beach.  

·         Kris has just returned from Japan, and it was fantastic, with beautiful homes, great food and hotels (although the rooms are very small).

·         Marsha shared about her trip to Vancouver.  She had a chance to visit her brother’s gravesite and finally say “goodbye”.  There was some added excitement from a stolen car chase…and also from some Japanese students apparently trying to challenge the “boys-separate-from-girls” arrangements!

·         Eamonn is happy about the 100th anniversary of Les Canadiens; also, he and Cora are heading for warmer climates for the next 6 months.

·         David M. is just “happy to be here”!

·         David A. is happy to be able to walk again with minimal pain…2 miles today.

·         Lennis is happy about his trip to Pennsylvania.

·         Hilda has had a bad day: her washer broke down…she ran into a wheelbarrow with her car…and she had a flat tire L

·         Alana Fernandez is: 1) sorry for Hilda’s bad day  2) loved Sweden, except for the rain  3) happy to be back with her family!!

·         Andy was sick last week and lost 13 pounds, but he feels better this week.

·         Al F. has eaten lots, but can still button his jacket.

 

·         Jodi had 24 people for Thanksgiving supper; her dishwasher broke; she and Dave had heavy traffic while hauling a trailer from the US, and then Paddy’s gave them the wrong part for the dishwasher.

·         Bob K. & family had a great Thanksgiving dinner and then a family wedding at the golf club for Patty’s sister’s grandson.

·         Marion is pleased to have Alana and her family with us.

 

ROTARY MOMENT

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GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Alana Fernandez                                            Introduced By: Marion Mills

 

Remarks: Alana shared with us all about her one-year exchange in Sweden.  She presented via her many pictures, which included friends, food, sites visited, cultural experiences and the WEALTH of new learning that she experienced.  She emphasized the impact that this experience had on her way of thinking, and how this has broadened her thinking and taught her to “think bigger and aim higher”!

 

She offered her sincere thanks to our club and to her parents.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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BULLETIN EDITOR: PAST PRESIDENT MARION MILLS

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL 

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT:  Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:  Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR:  Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

                            MINUTES OF MEETING : October 2nd, 2012          

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                    

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                      President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                    Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                    Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation:  Laura Carey/Ted Morrison

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff
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Grace:  Shawn Kellam
Oh Canada: Marion Mills
Toast To The Queen :  Alan Nason                                                                          

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS
Norma Davis, Rotary Club of Toronto-Eglinton
David Chambers, Durham College

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Katie Osborne Oct. 3
Hilda Finnigan & Laura Carey  Oct. 4   (We all got up and sang Happy Birthday to  Hilda Finnigan  the way they do at the
Indian Rocks Beach Rotary Club in Florida (“Happy Birthday”, cha-cha version!), led by Past District Governor Ted Morrison.

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS
·         Bob Koski  Class Act event is only 3 weeks away.  Tickets should be bought and paid before the event night, Oct. 24th. .  Prizes are coming in well; there will be a “Bucket Draw” format for prizes.
·         Alan Nason. (for Andy Lyons.): our Remembrance tour (museum) & dinner (420 Wing) is Nov. 6th, cost is $20.  Payment can be made at the front desk, starting next week. Tour starts at 5:30 pm and Dinner at 420 Wing at 7:00 pm.
·         Ted Morrison shared & described the Membership Nomination sheet.  New Member Orientation is Tuesday, November 20th at 7:00 pm.  There is no dinner meal that evening; dessert and coffee will be served (no charge to members or guests).
·         Hilda Finnigan had two requests for members: we need a bulletin editor for March, 2013, and for our annual Christmas/holiday get-together on Dec.11th, we need a host home. 
·         President Jodi Hewett shared about the presentation of school supplies at Mary Street Public School.  The items were very much appreciated; a “thank you” letter was read.
      Also, Jodi Hewett presented Past District Governor Ted Morrison with a sapphire Paul Harris pin for his
      continued  support of the Rotary Foundation.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW
Winner:   Helmut Uphoff drew the 10 of clubs.                

HAPPY BUCKS
·         Al Finnigan shared a “Happy Foot” story: he can now shower standing up!  Also, he’s happy for Hilda’s birthday this week
·         Ted Morrison thoroughly enjoyed the 50th year reunion for McLaughlin CVI.  He was the keynote speaker, having been student, teacher and administrator at the school.  One of his first acts of discipline at the school, as a student prefect, was to give a detention for gum-chewing to Sue Skinner (Walter’s partner).
·         Marion Mills welcomed back Carol Reading  and Eman Atallah (brief visit before the meeting).  Also, there will be more news soon about our mentorship program with Rotaract at UOIT.
·         Carol Reading is happy to be back…so many things have happened in the last few months!
·         Devon Biddle is pleased that Biddle and Associates (Robbie Larocque being an Associate) has received a Civic Pride Award for the Chamber of Commerce for valued contributions to our community.
·         Bob Stewart scored a 74 for 18 holes of golf!  Also, he’s sorry to have missed Ted Morrison’s speech at the McLaughlin 50th reunion.  He did however, enjoy the pub night…and yes, his former girlfriend attended the reunion.
·         Hilda Finnigan welcomed Carol Reading back, and also was very pleased to pick up Helmut Uphoff for Rotary tonight.
Dave Andrews was very pleased to see the smiles on the young students’ faces when we gave them their back-to-school supplies at Mary Street school and thanked President Jodi Hewett for making this donation possible
·         Helmut Uphoff is happy to have a ride from Hilda tonight.
·         Jodi Hewett welcomed back Carol Reading and wished Hilda Finnigan “Happy Birthday”!  She also was pleased to see Eman Attallah earlier and she shared that Eman’s son, Rawy is now driving.
·         Bob Koski, not to be outdone by Bob Stewart’s golf score, shared that he had a score of 72…except his was for 9 holes on an executive course.  Just call him “Bunker Bob”!!

ROTARY MOMENT
None for this evening

 

GUEST SPEAKER 
Ted Morrison introduced Norma Davis, Rotary Club of Toronto-Eglinton.  Norma spoke about a WASRAG project in the Rift Valley, Kenya.  She shared about her club’s involvement and described the “compound benefit” of grants for RI.  Also, the clean water project has brought many other improvements to the people who share in it: education, bank loans, increased farming and trades.  This project is “A hand up, not a handout”.Al Finnigan thanked our speaker and the meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm      

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:00 noon
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Al Dente Ristorante, 39 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:00 pm

 

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Chartwell Pickering Centre, 1801 Valley Farm Rd, – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – Royal Canadian Legion, 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Loblaw’s Superstore (upstairs)  – 1775 Brimley at Progress – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight –  Stone Cottage – 1370 Kingston Rd. - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park , 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Cafe., 217 Queen St.  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario

 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING: September 25 , 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                       President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle                                                                                                                                               Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff     

                                                   

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Grace:   Shawn Kellam                        

O Canada: Marsha Chambers                                                                                                                                      

Toast To The Queen :  Robbie Larocque                                                                                

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   

None

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

Mike Uphoff

Ken Dyke

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

Winner:    Eamonn                                          Card Drawn:  7 Hearts     .     

           

On The Door Next Week:                                               Bulletin Editor Next Week:

Marsha Chambers                                                              Marion Mills

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Marion Mills- Had a great 16 days touring the British Isles.

Al Finnigan-Asked Andy, was it fair to all, leaving him with this mornings coffee bill, which Andy was supposed to pay

Andy Lyons–claims he thought Al wanted to pay, so he was helping him out

Robbie Larocque-took his son and buddy to Great Wolf Lodge, they had a ball

Hilda Finnigan- Glad to see everyone back, needs scribes for the bulletin 2 spaces left.

Mike Uphoff-A buddy gave him an offer he could not refuse, a trip to October fest in Germany for he and his

wife

Larry Hurren- Nice to see 2  Uphoffs at the meeting

Helmut Uphoff- Nice to be here

Ted Morrison-Took 2 days to close pool and glad to see Helmut at the meeting

Bob Stewart- met old golf buddy from PEI at Golf Town

Jodi Hewett-Happy everone is here

Alan Nason-He and Margret enjoyed Presidents walk

Jodi Hewett- reminded everyone of the fun night at the farm on October 30/2012 spouses welcome

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Devon Biddle-There are delinquent dues payers and he is collecting

Andy Lyons- Has packages of sausage for $2.00 left over from Ribfest you can pick them up after the meeting

         Secondly, we are meeting at the Army museum on November 6/2012. Located at the airport, Dinner and

         drinks at the 420 Wing after the tour. Please prepay Andy as soon as possible..

Dave Andrews- November 11, 2012 Rememberance Day Parade and presentation of the wreath

Bob Koski-Pushing tickets for Class Act on October 24th.2012., A committee meeting is scheduled after our dinner meeting

Ted Morrison- needs volunteers for front desk 2 spots April and May.

Mike McLaren-Happy his son is here visiting from Calgary and is fixing house appliances

Robert Kipling- There are 2 local cultural happening in Oshawa

                           1. The library is sponsoring a film at the Odeon theater

                           2. Annual fall book sale at the Oshawa main library $2.00 books

 

ROTARY MOMENT 

None

 

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speaker: Ted Morrison

Introduced By: President Jodi Hewett

Topic: The Rotary Foundation

Remarks: Spoke about the three Foundations Annual Programs Fund

                                                                         Permanent Fund

                                                                         Polio Plus Fund

               $152,000 was raised at the Rotary Foundation Walk in Bowmanville

               20% of the members world wide support the Foundation

               Each member of the club is asked to give $100.00 toward the Annual Programs Fund(Tax Receipts will be

               given). This is where our grant money comes from among other things

               There are 6 areas of focus which the Fund is working on, Ted handed a folder around outlining these       

 

 

 

Thanked By:  President  Jodi Hewett

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME OF THE ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : September 18 , 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle      
                                                                                    Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff     

                                                   

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Grace:   Myles Fisher              

O Canada: Peter Dueck                                                                                                                                                

Toast To The Queen :  Lennis Trotter                                                                                     

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   

Hilda and Al’s anniversary September 20

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:

None

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:

 

Winner:    Walter   Stewart                         Card Drawn:      Jack of spades        .     

Door:    Andy     Lyons                                       Bulletin: Al Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda- has been laundering Ribfest monies

Larry-doing laundry

Ted-The Foundation Walk next Sunday in Bowmanville starting at the Beech street Community Centre

Devon-Kipling dollar for good trip to Newfoundland

Robert Kipling-for a good trip to Newfoundland

Bob Koski-finished recreation room after one year and not happy with weather

Andy-was away golfing in Bellville and had a good time, happy to be back on the door

Ted- sad buck for Helmut

Al F- With all the monies coming in it looks like we will make over $3,000.00 profit on Ribfest this year

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ted – announced a membership drive for the district 100 days for 100 members, a club is to get a net increase of 2 new members for an entrance into a money draw -56 clubs involved

Andy-November 6/12 tour and dinner at the military museum at the airport with dinner a 420 wing 5.30-6.00PM start. Would like to know in advance for dinner prep

Bob Koski- Reminding everyone of the Class Act Dinner Theater on October 26/12. We need to sell 180 tickets to receive $5,400.00 for our club. Tickets are $65.00 each Bob needs door prizes We already has 4 some for Lakeridge, a $50.00 Dinner Gift , Rona gift certificate and a $250.00 certificate from Hardco. Needs more prizes please ask when you are out for dinner at your favorit restaurant for Gift Certificates. A selective draw will be made at intermission.

Devon- collected from Al Finnigan for the walk poor Al.

Jodi-we are arranging for a social night, spouses included at her place at the farm. This will be on October 30/12 instead of a regular meeting. It will be in conjunction with the Polio commitment of $20.00 dollars.

Hilda-still has 3 spots on the bulletin roster

         -Feels bad about the Helmut situation (Lung tumor)

         -Carol is having her share of problems but hopes all the negative things are behind her

         -left over sausage and peamale in Als van $2.00 per package

 

 

ROTARY MOMENT   : District 7070 Membership Initiative: 100 Members – 100 Days

 Dave Andrews updated us on membership initiative.

100 members in 100 Days - Contest for ALL District 7070 Rotary Clubs
From Past District Governor Mike Phelan and the District 7070 Membership Committee:
Celebrate the centennial of Rotary in District 7070! (The Rotary Club of Toronto is 100 Years Old This Year). Our goal is to add 100 net new members to the clubs in our district in 100 days – an average of net +2 per club.

A draw will take place on...December 24, 2012 with prizes awarded for your club projects.
First prize $2500
Second prize $1000
Third prize $500
To be eligible for the draw, a club must show a net increase of at least 2 members.

A club with a net + 2 members will reeive ONE Ballot in the draw listed above. ONE additional ballot will be awarded for EACH new net member.

Club Membership Initiative: Dave then asked our own Rotary Club members members to participate in a Coffee& Dessert Rotary Information Night on Nov 20 for prospective members. This initiative, under the leadership of Membership Director Robbie Larocque is identical to the Membership Initiative we did about 8 years ago under Past District Governor Ted Morrison.

Our Club members are asked to think of a prospective member or two or three, and submit their names on a proposed member information sheet to the Membership Committee. The Committee would send a letter of invitation to the prospective member and invite them to the Coffee& Dessert Rotary Information Night. The Membership Committee would inform the prospective members about our Rotary Club and the benefits of joining Rotary. If the proposed member agrees, the formal membership proposal form is filled out by the current member and the formal process of membership proposal begins. Last time we did this, we added 10 new Rotarians to our Rotary Club. 

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :Name of Speaker: Dave Andrews, Director of Public Relations
Topic: Public Relations Committee – Update to the Club Members
Remarks:Update to the Club on the Activities of the Public Relations  Committee 2012 - 2013

Public relations informs communities around the world that Rotary is a credible organization that meets real needs. It is the responsibility of every Rotarian to spread the good word about Rotary and our Rotary Club.When a Rotary club has a positive public image, current membersare motivated to be active and prospective members are eager to join. 

The public relations committee has worked with the following club committees to meet public relations goals:
Fundraising committees – Class Act, Skate-a-thon, Ribfest, Cakes and Hams, Reverse Draw,  just to name a few
All Service committees (to be aware of upcoming projects that would be of interest to the media

    • i.e. Mary Street School items
    • Remembrance Day ad in Snap Oshawa
    • Remembrance Day Wreath Ceremony
    • Festival of Remembrance Concert  - Ad in the program

 Membership committee (to tailor our efforts to target potential members in the
Community – i.e. Chamber of Commerce Newsletter every 2 months and Special Chamber of Commerce meetings and Events)
• Rotary Foundation committee (to be aware of upcoming Humanitarian Grants projects, World Polio Day, or visiting scholarship recipients)
• Club administration committee (to notify the media in advance of who is on the weekly club program and to design the club’s Web site to appeal to the media and general public)
New Generations Committee – to help promote Youth Exchange, Interact, Rotaract and Earlyact clubs and activities in our community

 The District  has spent a lot of money in January – February  2012 and will do even more in January – February 2012-2013 on top of receiving  our District PR grant to air the Humanity In Motion Public Service Announcement, called You Are The Missing Piece which will reach 5.4  2 million people in all of Ontario, in Montreal, and in north eastern New York State. You have a Golden Opportunity to tell the world all about Rotary and our Rotary Club. 

Advertising in newspapers  (in a similar manner to the Bowmanville Club that gets one page per month in the This Week Clarington Edition. Be repared to spend some of your company’s money . This is in no way a freebie.

  • Eamonn Doyle spent some time developing a similar plan for our club – no one has stepped forward to advertise ($500 for 4 ads about Rotary and our Rotary Club)
  • And Snap Oshawa has also spent some time developing a similar plan for our club – (about $440  for 4 ads about Rotary and our Rotary Club)
  • This year, the Club members showed little response to these initiatives.

  • Building a rapport with the media (newspapaers, TV , radio)  - It is time we had a media night at our club, where we invite all media to attend and one media person is the guest speaker and can brag about their business
  • Encouraging Rotarians to wear their Rotary lapel pins EVERYWHERE
  • Posting Rotary information and club events on our Club Website and on our club’s Facebook page and on the community calendars (TV and radio websites), on our District 7070 website or on another organization’s Web site  

We have successfully launched our own Club’s website (www.rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org) . Bob Elliott has been added to our PR Committee and is doing a great deal of work populating the club website along with Dave Andrews.
Cameron Ackerblade has set up our club’s very own Facebook page. Try  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rotary-Club-of-Oshawa-Parkwood/144377628968467   You do not have to have a Facebook account to see this page. As of today, Dave Andrews is keeping it up to date.
And the new District 7070 website is filled with Rotary Info for our current and potential members.   www.rotary7070.org

Are you using them yet?. .

With the assistance of President Jodi Hewett, this year , we plan to work with The City of Oshawa to take over the sponsorship and all activities surrounding The Oshawa Walk of Fame – take nominations, select an inductee or 2, have a dinner honouring them, and getting their stone in The Walk of Fame.

These are just some plans that we will be working on for the rest of the Rotary Year. 

Thanked By: President Jodi Hewett

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:

FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;

FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :   Sept. 12, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                         President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                    Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                    Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                  All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff 
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Grace:   Eamonn Doyle 
O Canada: Ted Morrison
To The Queen :  Shawn Kellam                                                                                    

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  
No birthdays and anniversaries next week.
However, heads up for Al on his anniversary next week.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Mayor John Henry and his assistant Mark Sherriff

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
WinnerKris  Sachdeva                     Card Drawn:    8 of Clubs

On The Door Next Week:                                               Bulletin Editor Next Week:
Andy Lyons                                                                          Allan Finnigan
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS
Ted-Thank you to Al and Hilda working long hours at Ribfest
Jodi-Happy Judges are away at a conference.
Devon-Happy he was in Nova Scotia, got out of Ribfest
Ted-Will be putting out pledge sheets for presidents walk on September 23, 2012 In Bowmanville
Jodi-Breakfast at the mess Saturday September 15th. for breakfast with Santa $5.00 adults and $3.00 for kids
Ted- we got $145.00 in our Foundation Jug, nice work Ted.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 
Al Finnigan- thanked volunteers for their efforts, we had close to 60 volunteers working the 3 tents including Interactors and Rotaractors. Special thanks to those who showed up to help tear down on Sunday P.M.
Bob Koski-The Class Act will be on October 24, 2012. Committee to meet after to nights meeting to get the ball rolling. 

ROTARY MOMENT 
None

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :
Name of Speaker:  Mayor  of Oshawa John Henry
Introduced By: President Jodi Hewett

 

Remarks:  John discussed the positive things happening in Oshawa in the last year: 407 Extension, Costco,2 new schools to be built near Conlin Rd..,A number of small plazas have been announced, Women’s largest world lacrosse tournament to be held at the Civic auditorium on June 2nd 2013. 30,000 people will attend, Working on a down town hotel complex
Thanked By: Bob Stewart

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING SEPT 4, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                             OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013  
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                 President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                           Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                     Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                       Treasurer: Devon  Biddle 
                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                            All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                         Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                   The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships? Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?               Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff 
.......................................................................................................................................................................................
Grace:   Shawn Kellam 
O Canada: Peter Dueck 
Toast To The Queen : Alan Nason                                                                                           

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES  
Birthdays:   Anne Ross, Bruce Mackey, and Donna Pyott
Anniversaries: Devon and Linda Biddle

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:   
None

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
Winner:     Jerry Ouelette     MPP                      Card Drawn:    Queen of Clubs              

On The Door Next Week:                              Bulletin Editor Next Week:
____Andy Lyons______________                     Allan Finnigan____________
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS
Dave Mankiewicz-Oldest son is starting High School, Dave drove him the first day and wiggled himself out of a speeding ticket.
Bob Stewart went to two High School reunions this month.
Al Finnigan enjoyed golf with 2 grandsons
Robbie Happy both Veronica and Elliot on the same bus to school, makes life easier.
Dave Andrews happy to be back Golfing, followed Bob Stewart who shot a 72 they are calling him “Birdie Bobby”.
Happy getting monthly Rotary Award. Congratulations Dave Andrews.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Hilda -Volunteers and schedule set just need good weather for Ribfest
Ted – Bob Scott dinner in Cobourg in May 2013 for $200.00 a seat, money is going to Polio a $125.00 receipt is available.
The Foundation walk is in Bowmanville on September 23, 2012. It is to support the APF Fund of a $100.00 per person. Your $100.00 donation on the invoice membership is to be credited toward  this.
There will be pledge sheets for the walkers.
Hilda-The $2,500.00 donation was presented to Grandview last week.
President Jodi-Had samples of school supplies for Mary Street that we are supplying, Kelly Killman is the new Principal
Jodi and Ted- Are going to arrange a social night in October on a Tuesday night for the Polio eradication program, likely wine and cheese type night N/C . This will be in conjunction with the $20.00 per person donation request.
President Jodi awarded Dave Andrews with a pin and award for Rotarian of the month
Bob Koski- Announced the Class Act will be on October 24/2012 the play is “Having a Wonder full Time Wish You Where Her”, arranging a committee meeting to get things moving.

ROTARY MOMENT  Dave Andrews

Here is the The September Monthly Message of Sakuji Tanaka  - President, Rotary International, from the Rotarian Magazine September 2012

Dear fellow Rotarians,
Many of you know that we now have five Avenues of Service in Rotary. The fifth, and newest, is New Generations Service. There are many ways to serve through this avenue, and you will read about some of them in this month’s issue of Rotarian Magazine.
All of the work we do to educate children, …. to improve maternal health,…. to help families live healthier lives – all of this is service to New Generations. We also serve New Generations by working to eradicate polio, ….. helping to ensure that future generations of children will be born into a polio-free world.
Our youth and young adult programs, such as Rotaract, …. Interact, …. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, …. and Rotary Youth Exchange, are a very important part of this Avenue of Service. We must remember that the youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.
By helping to develop young leaders and bringing younger members into our clubs,….  we strengthen communities – and Rotary’s future.For most of my life, I have been a salesman. I learned long ago that being a good salesman is not enough. You must also have a good product. If you are a good salesman, you will make the first sale. But if you do not have a good product, you will make only the first sale. You will not make the second.
It is not enough to bring new members into Rotary.We want them to stay. We want the new, young members to become longtime members.We want them to be Rotary leaders in 10, 20, or 30 years.How do we do this?
We have to look at our product. We have to look at Rotary not with our own eyes, …. but with new eyes. When we invite a new member to join and that person’s answer is no, …. we should ask why.This is not to pressure someone into joining. It is to find out more information.
 W
hat are the obstacles to membership? Is it an inconvenient meeting time?
Is it too much of a time commitment?Is it something else that we have not thought of?
We need to ask questions, …. and we need to open ourselves to the answers. We cannot say, …. “No, we will not do this,”….  just
because we have never done it before.
Why not have child care at a meeting? Why not involve families in projects?
Why not make attendance requirements less strict, or meet less often?
Our new Avenue of New Generations Service is an important step in ensuring many future generations of Rotary, and of Service Above Self.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :
Name of Speaker: Gerry Ouelette   Member of Provincial Parliament for Oshawa
Introduced By:       Dave Andrews
Remarks: Gerry talked about his involvement in:    The McLauglin Cancer Center , 407 Extension, Indian Bands in the north,  Involvement with Hockey, Child abuse, and other Political issues
Thanked By: Mike McLaren

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : 28THAugust 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                               OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                   Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                              Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                                Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck

Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff   

Bulletin Editor:  Past President Alan Nason.
Grace:      Eamon Doyle
O Canada:    Peter Dueck
Toast to The Queen :  Myles Fisher

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
 Aug. 28th Past President Devon Biddle,
 Aug. 31st Past President Dave Andrews,
Happy Birthday to them both.

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: We have two speakers from UOIT telling us about RYLA, to be introduced later.

SERGEANT AT ARMS: Past President  Andy Lyons

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
Winner:  Past President Alan Nason         Card Drawn:   8 of Spades           .     

 HAPPY BUCKS: 
Several expressed pleasure that Past District Governor Ted Morrison was back and looking very well.
Marsha Chambers was pleased that her old appliances that had been cluttering up her basement had been taken away.
Past President Larry Hurren reported that he was pleased to announce that his cottage was now almost Mosquito free. One hopeful member was waiting for an invite to the cottage
Larry said that he had lots of chores to be done.          

On The Door Next Week:  ?????????                           Bulletin Editor Next Week:  ?????????
(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Past District Governor Ted Morrison:
The Foundation Walk will take place in Bowmanville, let Ted if you plan to go. The entry fee for all members has been paid.
Rib Fest is approaching and will be held on Sept. 7, 8, 9. Volunteers and donations to buy pop are still needed.

 

 ROTARY MOMENT.
Past Presient Dave Andrews reminded us that September is New Generations month. This month , we are going to do a series of New Generations Topics for our Rotary Moments.I sent to you on Monday a look at what RYLA is all about. And how lucky we are tonight to hear from 2 RYLARIANS. And so first to the basics:
What is New Generations? New Generations refers to the youngest generation in the family of Rotary.Many are participants in Rotary’s youth and young adult programs: Interact, Rotaract, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), and Rotary Youth Exchange. Others are serviceminded young people involved in Rotary club and district activities.
Past RI President Luis Vicente Giay coined the term New Generations when he shared his belief that the future of Rotary relied on involving young people in the organization’s programs and activities.At the 1996 RI Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, he said:
“Our vision for the future, now more than ever, is the difference between success and failure. The New Generations are our investment in the future. Let us begin to build that future today.” New Generations Service became Rotary’s fifth Avenue of Service in 2010. It is defined in article 5 of the Standard Rotary Club Constitution:
New Generations Service recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults through leadership development activities, involvement in community and international service projects, and exchange programs that enrich and foster world peace and cultural understanding.Rotary clubs should be committed to involving youth and young adults in their vocational, community, and international service projects, and to providing programs and resources that support them.
 

GUEST SPEAKER  :

Name of Speakers: Haley McNamara & Abby Locke. From UOIT.( Both girls are from Whitby. They were  Introduced By: Past President Dave Andrews: Both girls are attending UOIT. Haley taking  Forensic Psychology and Abby is taking  A Bachelor of Commerce degree. Both ladies talked about their recent attendance at the RYLA program and their experiences there. They thanked Rotary for sponsoring them.
They were thanked by Past President Larry Hurren, who presented them with a certificate of the club’s donation to The End Polio Fund on their behalf.

 

Immediate Past President Walter Stewart closed the meeting at 7.30pm

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:

Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10

Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10

Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm

Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm

Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm

Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:

Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am

Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am

Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am

Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm

Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am

Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30

Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:

Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am

Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am

Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am

North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm

Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:

Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15

Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm

Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am

Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:

Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15

Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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ImageCLUB BULLETIN EDITOR: PAST PRESIDENT ALAN NASON

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2012-2013 ROTARY THEME: “PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  21st Aug. 2012              

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                       

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett

We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart

May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan

Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling

1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque

2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey

3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews

4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                                 

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President Jodi Hewett, declared the meeting opened.

Grace:  Terry Fox
O Canada: Marsha Chambers
Toast To The Queen :  Past President Walter Stewart                

GUESTS/ VISITING ROATARIANS: Hon. Member Terry Giles and Assistant Governor Wayne Routly                                                      

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES :
Aug. 23rd Terrilyn Laroque
Rose & David Mankiewicz. Aug. 27th
Eman & Amr Attalla
.
Aug.28th Devon Biddle.

SERGEANT AT ARMS: Past President  Andy Lyons.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Draw winner Robert Kipling. Card drawn 10 of Spades, tough.

 

HAPPY BUCKS:
Past President Hilda Finnigan reported that our Vice President Al Finnigan had mown the lawn.
Past President Larry Hurren told us of his trip to Dawson’s Creek and the Rodeo Parade with Rotary Floats.
Past President Kris Sachdeva celebrated the 50 year anniversary of the independence of India.
Past President Terry Giles said thank you to the club for remembering Jean in her illness.
Past President Marion Mills told us of her trip to Memphis to visit Graceland on the 35th anniversary of Elvis’ death. Robert Kipling told us of his visit to Melford Saskatchewan and the parade he had seen. There was a float for the class of 1962, Linda Biddle’s graduating class.
Vice President Al Finnigan made us realize that his foot still hurt, especially when he pushed the mower. Whiner!
Past District Governor Ted Morrison said thank you to Robert and Carloline Kipling for their hosting the Club barbecue as did Marsha Chambers.
Past President Andy Lyons thanked Robert for allowing him to cook the delectable steaks.
President Jodi Hewett suggested that we consider making a float for the Santa Claus Parade. Silence was the enthusiastic response.

 

On The Door Next Week: Aug. 28th  Past District Governor Ted Morrison.

Bulletin Editor Aug 28th : Past President Alan Nason

__________________________________________ _________________________________________

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Assistant Governor Wayne Routly Visited our club this evening to give us the details of the Foundation Walk, “Walk The Talk” to be held on Sept. 23rd 2012 at the Clarington Beech Centre in Bowmanville. Registration 9am, Start 10.00am. Lunch 11.30am to 1.00pm. The target is $125.000.00 or more.
Past President Hilda Finnigan reported that Helmut Uphoff was now at home and cooking and washing, waiting for Speech Therapy.
She noted that Amr Attalla was going to go home on Palliative care. Also please help the bottom line for the Rib Fest and donate $10.00 for the purchase of Pop to be sold at the event. Help is still needed to man our booth, Please volunteer some of your time to help out. The Bulletin roster for the next year is being compiled. Please add your name or you may be voluntold.
President Jodi Hewett reminded everyone that she is purchasing school supplies for the Mary Street School. Please join us all in donating $10.00 to by the supplies that will be given to the children of the school.
Treasurer Devon Biddle briefly reviewed the Financial Statement for Year End June 30th 2012. 

 

ROTARY MOMENT:
Past District Governor Ted Morrison expanded on Wayne Routly’s presentation about the Foundation Walk. He noted that our Rotary club will send a cheque for participation in the Walk on behalf of the whole Club. All member’s entry fees are paid, so join the fun there is no cost. Ted asked us, “What would Rotary do without The Foundation? The answer is not very much. We need the Foundation for all of Rotary’s big projects. Why wouldn’t you donate to the Foundation? Global Scholars, Vocational Training and Humanitarian Grants all need the Foundation Funds. Use the Walk as a time to give to the Foundation. A $100.00 per year from Every Rotarian, Every Year. Or make a donation at any time, send your cheque to Treasurer Devon Biddle.

Ted was winding up and felt faint and as a precaution an Ambulance was called and he was taken to Hospital for a check up. He is okay !!!

 GUEST SPEAKER  : Colin Carrie’s secretary apologized at 10:00 pm on Tuesday night that she had booked Colin Carrie , our Member of Parliament,  for the wrong night. We will get Colin back next year when Parliament recesses again.

 

President Jodi Hewett adjourned the meeting at 7.45pm

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15

Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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BULLETIN EDITOR: PAST PRESIDENT ALAN NASON

THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

2012-2013 ROTARY THEME:  “PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routly – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  7th Aug. 2012              

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013 
O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                          Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                     All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                           Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                       The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff 
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President Jodi Hewett, declared the meeting opened.

Grace:  Marsha Chambers.
O Canada:  Past President Andy Lyons.
Toast To The Queen :  Past President Alan Nason                                                                                                

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   
Sam Ruparelia.
Geoff & Katie Osbourne
Olga McKenzie.           Congratulations to all of you.

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: Our speaker Kris Bahl will be introduced later.

SERGEANT AT ARMS:  Past President Andy Lyons.

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
Winner: Past President Hilda Finnigan.  Card Drawn: 9 Diamonds.

 

On The Door Next Week: Aug. 21st: Past President  Ted Morrison

Bulletin Editor Aug 21st: Past President Alan Nason

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(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there , please find a replacement)

Sergeant at Arms:
HAPPY BUCKS
There were a few Happy Rotarians, most of them were not sure why they were happy.
Past President Dave Andrews had a successful visit to his dentist.
President Jodi Hewett had a great weekend, the best for a long time. She took her Model T to Minden.
Past President Hilda  Finnigan informed us that Eman’s husband was coming home on Palliative Care. The Attalla family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Past President Andy Lyons had a reunion in Port Hope.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Past President Hilda Finnigan reminded us that our Barbecue takes place this Saturday at 2pm at Caroline and Robert Kiplings house. Cost $15.00 per couple or family, singles $7.50.
The Rib Fest sign-up sheet is circulating at our meetings. Please sign up. We rely on ALL Rotarians to participate. We also ask that ALL club members also donate $10.00 each to fund the purchase of pop. Give your money to Hilda
President Jodi Hewett announced that she is working on the purchase of school supplies to be given to our students at the Mary Street School. Again we ask ALL members to consider donating $10.00 for this cause.
It was reported that our club and the Oshawa club have together donated $30,000 towards the construction of a Shade Structure to be built in the Memorial Gardens area at the O.V.B.G. (See the Aug. edition of “Snap for pictures of the presentation of the cheque”)
President Jodi Hewett announced that she was exercising her prerogative as President and was introducing a monthly club award, “Rotarian of the Month.” The first recipient she announced was Vice President Alan Finnigan. Al was willing to discuss is injured foot, but thought better of it.

ROTARY MOMENT
Past President David Andrews urged us to take part in the Rotary Membership Challenge. We should share Rotary with our family and friends as well as business colleagues and the community. We should explain why they should consider joining Rotary. Ask past members to consider coming back. Rotary membership application forms are available on our club website – www.rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org . Take the challenge.

Aug.14th is Rotary Moment Tweet Day.

Past President Devon Biddle. Stated that his proposal regarding making a donation to the Foundation in lieu of the small incidental donations. Tabled until a later date.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :
Kris Bahl from The Rotary Club of Richmond Hill.  Kris was introduced by Past President Hilda Finnigan.
Kris gave a short introduction to the District 7070/7080 Conference to take place on Oct. 19, 20, 21, at the Sheraton Hotel at 404 and Leslie. Hotel Res. No. 905-881-2121. An advance deposit with reservation is $100.00. The preferential Rotary room rate will be secured by letting the reservations clerk that you are participating in the District 7070 Conference.  Kris noted that Reg. Forms were available on the website:  www.Districtconf2012.com  There are some 700 parking spots. Golf is available at Angus Glen. Kris suggested that you Fax your completed registration form rather than email or snail mail.           

Kris Bahl was thanked by President Jodi Hewett.

 

There is no Rotary meeting next Tueday Aug 14th. There will be a meeting on Aug.21st.

President Jodi adjourned the meeting.

 

We had Roast Beef and Horseradish Sauce. It was hot, hot, hot.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF JUST SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – . Piano Café, 217 Queen St., Port Perry – 6:15 pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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YOUR BULLETIN EDITOR: PAST PRESIDENT HILDA FINNIGAN

 

                                      

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL
OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 31, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                           

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                          Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck

                                                                                      Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                      All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                           Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?           Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                       Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff   

Grace:   Shawn Kellam 
O Canada:   “the choir”  that’s all of us with no leader!! 
Toast To The Queen :  Pres. Jodi Hewett                                                                               

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Congrats to Past President Larry and Kay Hurren on August 3rd

 

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:  None this evening

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:   No Draw tonight                 

On The Door Next Week: Past DG Ted Morrison            Bulletin Editor Next Week:  Past Pres Alan Nason

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS   Many “happy bucks”  some listed here;  Past Pres Alan Nason “happy”;  Bob Stewart – his daughter turned twenty “no more teenagers”!; Past Pres Andy Lyons – a great time at the cottage; Past Pres Dave Andrews to welcome Peter Butler (head pro at OGC) whose father taught Dave to play golf  over 50 yrs ago;  Past Pres Terry deYoung – he and Cheryl will be grandparents in February, congrats Terry; Past Pres Kris Sachdeva – all reverse draw arrears are paid but one which is promised this week – well done Kris; Vice Pres Allan Finnigan – for a great time with granddaughters; Pres Jodi Hewett – no weekend plans except for drive to Minden in 1913 model “T”; Past Pres Devon Biddle for driving on the prairies behind combines moving at Model “T” speed!! Floods and 12* temperatures,  Helmut Uphoff - “happy”;  Past Pres Hilda Finnigan – happy pyhsio is now telling Allan how to recoup!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS
- President Jodi Hewett welcomed Frank back from vacation in Cuba;
- Vice Pres Al Finnigan reminded us all of the upcoming Ribfest – Committee Chair Geoff Osborne will be calling a meeting in the next couple of weeks – members asked to donate to purchase pop for this event ($10/ea)
- Past District Governor Ted Morrison announced the need for a leader for the VTT team traveling to Japan in the spring of 2013, a great opportunity for a Rotarian from our District
- PDG Ted  - the Oshawa Rotary Club is planning a bus trip to the Stratford Theatre on Wed. Sept. 19th matinee performance of “42nd
Street” – if interested please contact Ted
- PDG Ted – This is the last call for Benefactor cards – take this off your fridge and fill it out!
 - PDG Ted - Gala Dinner May 31st 2013 to celebrate the work of Rotarian Dr. Bob Scott (also his 80th birthday) hosted by Rotary District Foundation Chair Bill Patchett – many high level Rotarians will attend this event including Rotary InternationaI Pres Tanaka and Chair of Trustees of Rotary Foundation Wilf Wilkinson
 - Past President Hilda Finnign handed around three sign up sheets!!  (1) The picnic, those not present tonight will be contacted, $15/family; (2) Roster Sign Up for bulletin editor volunteers; (3)  Ribfest volunteer sheet – this event takes full membership volunteerism;  (4)  there is also a sheet from the Oshawa Club asking for our assistance selling beer tickets – this partnership off sets the cost of our tent rental for the event – thanks in advance to all who volunteer
- President  Jodi announced the Big Brothers, Big Sisters Golf Tournament on Wed. Sept. 19th , our usual participation in this tournament is hampered this year by the disabilities among our golfers!!, so if you can participate to make up a foursome please consider doing so  

ROTARY MOMENT   waived in favour of putting lesson

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Our guest speaker Peter Butler was introduced by Past Pres Dave Andrews.
     Since this was the “Annual Golf Night At Rotary”, Past Pres Dave also took this opportunity to promote the Oshawa Golf Club relating the types of membership available as well as the privileges these memberships would provide.
     Peter Butler, Head Professional at The Oshawa Golf and Curling Club, spoke briefly about how technology has changed the game of golf over the years, the fact that equipment for putting has not changed dramatically but there are some changes in recent times (belly putters and taller ones too).
     Golfers in the group then moved to the putting green and enjoyed the evening weather and some one-on-one instruction and practice under Peter’s direction.

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

 

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

 

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – .Piano Café, 217 Queen St. Port Perry  – 6:15 pm

 

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

 

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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EDITOR - PAST PRESIDENT HILDA FINNIGAN

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING : July 17, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013 
Oh Lord, The Giver of all good,                                     President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                           Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                      Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter
THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                    All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                           

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Grace:  Alan Nason
O Canada: Marion Mills                                                                                                       

Toast To The Queen :  Allan Finnigan                                                                         

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   None this week

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS: 
We welcomed Claudine Kennedy to our meeting

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Our guest Claudine drew the Queen of Spades (the big win is getting closer!!)               

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                    Bulletin Editor: Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be there for this posting , please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKSSgt at Arms Andy Lyons encouraged the donation of many Happy Bucks
   Past Pres Walter for a great weekend with friends in Huntsville and a warm welcome to Claudine
   Alan Nason for a few days vacation and club members concern for his and Margaret’s welfaire
   Marsha happy that there were no ill effects from the incident at the Whitby ribfest
   Eamonn for his son changing careers from teaching to engineering
   Bob S. – oops missed that one!!
   Dave A. paid Ted’s happy buck!
  Robert to let us know that this heat is like Brazil all year round – NO  THANKS
  Vance pleased his daughter has returned from Rotary Exchange in New Zealand – we hope she will come and tell us about this life changing experience
   Allan F. – Grampa stories about the twins!!??  They are “on to him” – he is being outwitted these days!!??
  Carol – pleased she is not being referred to as “old” this week
  Marion – will miss Al and Dave at the Golf Tournament, but looks forward to playing with Andy and Donna
  Devon –pleased that Eamonn’ son is joining the “second oldest profession”
  Pres. Jodi – pleased her Dad’s eye surgery went well
  Andy – pleased with District Governor Ted Koziel’s positive comments re our “Happy Bucks” giving and comments 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

     Annual Club Picnic is Saturday August 11 at 2PM, hosted by Robert and Caroline Kipling, 88 Waverly St N.
     Cost will be $15.00 per family (no charge for children) A sign up sheet will be circulated
     Thank you letters received from Hillsdale Estates (donation to furnish “man cave”) and from Settlement House (donation to Yellow Bus program)    Sign up sheet circulated for July 24th meeting; spouses invited; members not present will be contacted by email
Pres. Jodi has been in contact with Pres. Craig Howie of Whitby Sunrise Club following the incident on Sunday – positive comments regarding the emergency response
     Toronto Club in partnership with the Toronto Argonauts have declared July 18th, ROTARY DAY – more info available from Pres. Jodi
     Ted Morrison <45 lbs – looking great Ted

ROTARY MOMENT :  Past President David Andrews chose the topic of Attendance Requirements for tonights’ Rotary Moment.  Attending meetings fosters fellowship, provides opportunity to meet new people, and keeps us current on Rotary activities locally and internationally. There are requirements according to the Constitution and Bylaws – attend or make up at least 50% of club meetings in each half of the year; should not miss or fail to make up four consecutive meetings.  Making up is easy – attend a meeting at any Rotary Club, world wide, attend an Interact or Rotoract meeting or event, attend certain District or RI meetings; participate in club sponsored events or service projects.

 

GUEST SPEAKER  :  Past Disrict Governor and fellow Oshawa Parkwood Rotarian Ted Morrison was introduced by Past President Andy Lyons.

     Ted spoke to us about the Rotary International Foundation Benefactor Program.  These donations are made to the Permanent Fund which supports the Administration costs of Rotary International.  This fund operates using only the “interest” and the principle remains untouched.  Currently, there is $720 Million in principle and the goal is to have $one Billon by 2025, at which time this fund will be self sustaining.  This is an Endowment fund proposed to support “Rotary in the Future”.  To be a benefactor you may make a donation outright or add a codicil to your will.  Ted passed out cards to be filled out for this latter and encouraged us to think about it.  We have seventeen benefactors already among club members and a goal to add more names to the list. The benefactor program is run on the honour system. Ted assured us that should circumstances change after we have made a commitment to be a benefactor there will be NO repercussions. You can complete the cards and return them to Ted at a subsequent meeting.

 

Pres Jodi thanked Ted for giving this information which many members indicated they had not clearly understood.

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.

 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Café - 217 Queen St. East -6:30pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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EDITOR - PAST PRESDIENT HILDA FINNIGAN

                                      

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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2
“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan
R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario
ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 10, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                                OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                               

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                        President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                                 Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                             Vice President: Allan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                              Treasurer: Devon Biddle
                                                                                     Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                     Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                                   All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                            Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                        The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?         Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?                      Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff
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Grace:   Shawn Kellam
O Canada:  Peter Dueck
Toast To The Queen :  Allan Finnigan                                                                                    

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES   Vance McKenzie has an anniversary this week, as do Donna and Bruce MacKey  Congrats to all

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Special Guests  District Governor Ted Koziel and his wife Maureen, Rotary Club of Richmond Hill
                          Assistant District Governor Wayne Routley and his wife Carol, Rotary Club of Bowmanville
Also, present were several “Supporting members of Oshawa Parkwood”.  These included Sharron Morrison, Linda Biddle, Launi Elliott, and Caroline Kipling.  Welcome to all. 

SPECIAL PRESENTATION:  President Jodi Hewett presented Lennis Trotter with his 35 YR Perfect Attendance Pin

 

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:  Winner: Launi Elliott drew the 7 of clubs                

On The Door Next Week: David Andrews                   Bulletin Editor:  Hilda Finnigan

(Editor’s note: If you cannot be present at this meeting, please find a replacement)

 

HAPPY BUCKS 
     Sgt at Arms Andy Lyons collected many “Happy Bucks” from members “happy” to be here; for vacations coming up; to welcome Asistant Governor Wayne Routley and Carol as folks well know to Oshawa Parkwood; to welcome District Governor Ted Koziel and his wife Maureen; for a great tour of Parkwood Gardens with Maureen and other ladies from our club; congrats to Lennis; and from Marsha happy that she no longer “looks like a man”, has her own hair back – looks great Marsha; Past Pres. Walter happy to be sitting at the “dunce table”!; DG Ted for his “faux pas” – referring to our Club as Oshawa!!

 REMINDER TO EVERYONE that our annual picnic will be on Saturday August 11, hosted by Rotarian Rober Kipling and his wife Caroline ( more info to follow and a sign up sheet will be passed around);

ANNOUNCEMENTS 
Tuesday July 24th is a night to bring your partner or a friend to hear an enthusiastic presentation from the Rotaract students from UOIT who attended the International Conference in Bangkok – an email will be sent out and a sign up sheet will be available at our meeting on July 17th

Ribfest is fast approaching – this is an event which needs all members to help out; the dates are September 7,8 & 9; please plan to give some time over that weekend to help out your club.  There will be a sign up sheet for this; remember also, that we are asked to help the Oshawa Club to sell beer tickets over this weekend – this helps to defray our costs for tents, tables, etc., for our own booths

Hilda Finnigan asked the members of the Community Service Committee to meet at 6:10PM prior to our regular meeting on Tuesday July 17 to discuss a possible donation to Grandview Children’s Centre 

ROTARY MOMENT
David Andrews chose “the changes we should know about for the upcoming Rotary year” as his topic for this week’s meeting. He encouraged us to look on www.rotary.org to find biographical information about the RI President Sakuji Tanaka, of the Rotary Club of Yashio, Japan and our own Wilf Wilkinson of the Rotary Club of Trenton who will take over as Rotary Foundation Trustee Chair.  Changes include regional membership plans which address the region’s unique needs, a pilot project involving the Foundation and the Water and Sanitation Rotarian Action Group, redesigning the End Polio Now website, new members to the RI Board of Directors and Rotary Foundation Board of Trustees.  Keep your eye on the Rotarian magazine and the rotary.org website to learn more about these and other changes that will affect the future of  Rotary.

 

GUEST SPEAKER
Our guest speaker, District Governor Ted Koziel was introduced by Assistant Governor Wayne Routley.  Ted spoke to us about his own introduction to Rotary and what Rotary has meant to him.  He encouraged us to be open to change and to “think outside the box” in order to support membership in a changing world.  He suggests that we increase humanitarian service(suggests a meeting out in the community) and increase the public image of Rotary (showed slide of his business vehicle with Rotary symbols, end polio now logos, etc.).  DG Ted specified some important dates in this 2012-2013 Rotary Year, such as:  celebrating 100 years of Rotary in Ontario with the Toronto Club, RI President Tanaka will be coming to Toronto in February to be a part of this celebration; Club Runner is being updated to better meet our needs; the Foundation Walk will be in Bowmanville on Sunday September 23rd; regional walks will begin next year (several clubs will band together to sponsor this annual walk); Rotary Leadership Institute, a three part program will continue; Rotary International Conference will be in Lisbon, Portugal in June 2013; World Peace Day is on February 25th, 2013; Rotary Ribfests needing volunteers and of course, “The Kaleidoscope of Rotary” our District Conference in October 2012.   President Tanaka’s motto “Peace Through Service” refers not only to peace in the world, but to peace in homes and communities in our own cities and districts. In closing DG Ted reminded us that lives are changed by many things that Rotary supports such as, clean water, polio eradication, educational opportunities for all.  ROTARY AFFORDS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR ORDINARY PEOPLE TO DO EXTRAORDINARY THINGS – Service Above Self.

 

President Jodi Hewett thanked District Governor Ted for visiting our club and bringing his message of enthusiasm for 2012/13.

 

 

 

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians.

 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.
HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:
MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rs, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Café - 217 Queen St. East -6:30pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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EDITOR: PAST PRESIDENT DAVE ANDREWS 

                                      



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THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD
P.O. BOX 54023, OSHAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA  L1H 8T2 

“PEACE THROUGH SERVICE”

 

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT: Sakuji Tanaka – Rotary Club of Yashio in Tokyo, Japan 

R.I. DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Ted Koziel -  Rotary Club of Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill,  Ontario 

ASSISTANT DISTRICT 7070 GOVERNOR: Wayne Routley – Rotary Club of Bowmanville, Ontario  

MINUTES OF MEETING :  July 3, 2012              

 

Rotary Grace                                                             OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2012-2013                                           

O Lord, The Giver of all good,                                President: Jodi Hewett
We thank Thee for our daily food                           Past President: Walter Stewart
May Rotary friends and Rotary ways                     Vice President: Alan Finnigan
Help us to serve Thee all our days.                       Treasurer:Devon Biddle 
                                                                                  Secretary: Pat Dyck
                                                                                  Club Administration:  Lennis Trotter

THE FOUR-WAY TEST                                             All Service Projects: Robert Kipling
1.  Is it the truth                                                         Membership: Robbie Larocque
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?                                   The Rotary Foundation: Laura Carey
3.  Will it build good will and better friendships?  Public Relations: Dave Andrews
4.  Will it be beneficial to all concerned?               Sgt-at-Arms: Helmut Uphoff                                     

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Grace:          Past President Andy Lyons
O Canada:   Marsha Chambers
T
oast To The Queen :  Past District Governor Ted Morrison                                                        

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
July 6: Eamonn and Cora Doyle – Happy Anniversary !!!
July 8: Kay Hurren  -  Happy Birthday !!!
July 8: Robert and Caroline Kipling – Happy Anniversary !!!

GUESTS/VISITING ROTARIANS:
Guest: Dr. Ryan Parr        Guest of Rotarian: Past District Governor Ted Morrison

ACE OF SPADES  DRAW:
 As conducted by our Sergeant At Arms Helmut Uphoff
Winner: Marsha Chambers who drew the  8 of Diamonds - - The pot grows. Only 15 cards left in the deck !         .     

HAPPY BUCKS :

1. Past President Dave Andrews – Congratulations to our new President Jodi Hewett . She did an excellent job of conducting her first Board of Directors Meeting and her first official Rotary Meeting.
2. Helmutt Uphoff – A happy $5 for being awarded by the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood with his first Paul Harris Fellowship.
3. Past District Governor Ted Morrison – Happy to attend the Toronto Ribfest with Sharon Morrison, Past President Devon & Linda Biddle, and Past President Dave Andrews. Huge. Also Happy to attend the Charter Night of the newest Rotary club in District 7070 – Toronto Skyline – last week, with Past President Devon & Linda Biddle. What a great group. Avg age is 30. They already have community and world community service projects under way and the walked this year in the Trump AIDS Poker Walk in Toronto. Very refreshing time to see a new and young club under way.
4. Past President Lennis Trotter – Away the last 2 weeks (but he made up his attendance). He and his wife Esther went to see their grand daughters dance recital and also the previous week , the kids gave them tickets to see the Beach Boys.
5. Sam Ruparelia – Happy 145th Canada.
6. Past President Kris Sachdeva – a great week in Banff on convention. Lousy weather buy the scenery was incredible.
7. Past President Walter Stewart – Thanked the Club for an excellent Presidents Night, last week and Congratulations to President Jodi Hewett on her first night as President.
8. Past President Pat Dyck – Very concerned about ken’s brother who had a triple by-pass but he is home from the hospital. And she has a new grand daughter this week (with a full head of black hair).
9. Robert Kipling – Caroline and Robert are happy to have a house guest and friend from Peru. He does not speak any English, but they took him to Past President Devon & Linda Biddle’s cottage on the weekend and he was truly amazed at being in cottage country in Canada.
10. Past President Devon Biddle – Thank you to Past District Governor Ted Morrison and Sharon  for their Rotary trips around the District. You really get to see Rotary beyond the club level when you are with them.
11. Past President Andy Lyons – He and Donna had a fabulous weekend in cottage country in the Bruce Peninsula with friends. And Welcome to Jodi, our new President of The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.
12. President Jodi Hewett – Thank you to Past President Walter Stewart for his fine work and guidance as last year’s President. What a whirlwind weekend. She and Dave drove to Indiana to pick up a trailer, and then drive it to Oshawa, stop for a day to attend The Farmers market , and then drive the trailer to Cape Breton island , and returned … all in the same weekend. I am tired. Wow. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

President Jodi Hewett: Next Tuesday, July 10: District Governor Ted Koziel and his wife Maureen will be making their official visit. Spouses are most welcome to attend. Regular time: Fellowship half hour from 6 to 6:30 and the meeting from 6:30 to 8 pm. District Governor Ted will be meeting with the Board of Directors  first at 5 pm in the Boardroom. Editor’s Note: For our benefit, he likes to call himself , the other District Governor Ted.
President Jodi Hewett: Last week’s Presidents Night was a fantastic evening and she was so happy to see so many enthusiastic members and their spouses back to the Officers Mess . She hopes to have more Fellowship evenings like that this year.

Past President Dave Andrews: July 31 is our Golfing Night. General Manager and Executive Golf Professional Arthur Ewing will be our guest speaker. And the name of the game is Putting. Wear soft shoes and bring your putter. After a brief talk, Arthur will give us some pointers on putting. Arthur is a good friend of Rotary, having donated golf foursomes for our Reverse Draw for many years, has invented a special Social Membership for Rotarians, and has been to our Rotary Club for three consecutive years to tell us about the Art of Putting. Many golf professionals in Canada have come to Arthur to seek his help. 

Past President and Current Treasurer Devon Biddle announced the annual fees to our Rotary Club . The Board of Directors passed the fees at $260.00 if paid by cash or by cheque before Sept 1, 2012. If paying by Credit Card the dues are $270.00. If you choose to pay after Sept 1, your dues will be $275.00. Club members will be emailed an invoice. If you choose to donate additional money To The Rotary Foundation’s Annual Program Fund, you may do so at this time. Devon will have a line on the invoice for that purpose. You will be credited the points toward your next Paul Harris Fellowship Recognition.

 

TONIGHT’S ROTARY MOMENT   : To keep you informed about the wonderful World of Rotary. 

'Peace Through Service' is 2012-13 RI theme
RI President Sakuji Tanaka unveiled the 2012-13 RI theme, Peace Through Service, during the opening plenary session of the 2012 International Assembly, a training event for incoming Rotary district governors.

RI President Sakuji Tanaka is asking ALL Rotarians to build Peace Through Service in 2012-13.
"Peace, in all of the ways that we can understand it, is a real goal and a realistic goal for Rotary," he said. "Peace is not something that can only be achieved through agreements, by governments, or through heroic struggles. It is something that we can find and that we can achieve, every day and in many simple ways."
Peace has different meanings for different people, Tanaka said.
"No definition is right, and no definition is wrong," he said. "However we use the word, this is what peace means for us
 
"No matter how we use, or understand the word, Rotary can help us to achieve it," he added.
Tanaka, a businessman from the greater Tokyo metropolitan area, shared how becoming a Rotarian broadened his understanding of the world. After joining the Rotary Club of Yashio, in 1975, he said, he began to realize that his life's purpose was not to make more money, but to be useful to other people.
"I realized that by helping others, even in the simplest of ways, I could help to build peace," Tanaka said
He noted that the Japanese tradition of putting the needs of society above the needs of the individual helped his country rebuild after the tsunami and earthquake in March.
"This is a lesson that I think the whole world can learn from, in a positive way. When we see the needs of others as more important than our own needs -- when we focus our energies on a shared goal that is for the good of all -- this changes everything," he said. "It changes our priorities in a completely fundamental way. And it changes how we understand the idea of peace."
Tanaka is asking ALL Rotarians to focus their energy on supporting the three priorities of the RI Strategic Plan , he said. (go to www.rotary.org and look up Rotary’s Strategic Plan) He added that he will ask the incoming leaders to promote three Rotary peace forums, to be held in Hiroshima, Japan; Berlin; and Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
“In Rotary, our business is not profit. Our business is peace,” he said. “Our reward is not financial, but the happiness and satisfaction of seeing a better, more peaceful world, one that we have achieved through our own efforts.”  

GUEST SPEAKER  :
No guest speaker tonight.

THE OBJECT OF ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. 

The “ideal of service” is the key. It is an attitude that does not change from one version to the next. It is an attitude we all have, as Rotarians. 

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP : Pat Dyck, our Club Secretary has a Rotary International Directory of all Rotary Clubs in the world, when and where they meet. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Pat Dyck, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting. 

HERE’S A LIST OF SOME ROTARY CLUBS CLOSE TO YOU:

MONDAY:
Belleville – Ramada Inn – 11 Bay Ridges at Hwy 2 - 12:10
Oshawa – Oshawa Shrine Club, Simcoe St N.,  – 12:10
Markham-Unionville – Mr. Hungarian Rest., 144 Main St.N.,  - 6:30 pm
Port Hope – Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Elias St.,  – 6:00  pm
Richmond Hill – Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, – 6:00 pm
Trenton – Holiday Inn – 99 Glen Miller Rd. at 401 -  6:10 pm

TUESDAY:
Whitby  – Public Library, 405 Dundas St W - 7:00 am
Pickering – Annandale Golf Club, 221 Church St S., – 7:15am
Bowmanville – Trinity Church Hall, 116 Church St. – 7:15 am
Picton – 347 Main St.,  - 12:15 pm
Scarborough Bluffs – Golden Griddle – Markham Rd NE of 401 – 7:15 am
Scarborough – Scarborough Golf Club – Golf Club Rd. – 12:30
Scarborough Twilight – Three Monkeys Rest., 1585 Warden Ave., - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY:
Whitby-Sunrise – Iroquois Park ,Garden Cafe, 500 Victoria St W – 7:15am
Markham Sunrise – Delta Markham Hotel – 50 East Valhala Dr., Hwy 7 east of 404 – 7:00 am
Northumberland Sunrise – Dalewood Golf Club –  Dale Rd, Port Hope - 7:00 am
North Scarborough – Delta Toronto East – 2035 Kennedy Rd, Scarborough – 12:30 pm
Port Perry – Piano Café - 217 Queen St. East -6:30pm

THURSDAY:
Ajax – Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave S., – 12:15
Agincourt – Radisson Hotel, 55 Hallcrown Place – 6:30 pm
Quinte Sunrise – Bay of  Quinte Golf Club, 1830 Old Hwy 2,  – 7:00 am
Uxbridge – Jersey’s, 104 Brock St W. – 7:15 am

FRIDAY:
Toronto – Royal York Hotel, 100 Front St, – 12:15
Cobourg – Best Western Cobourg Motor Inn, 930 Burnham Rd. at Hwy 2 – 12:15
Courtice – White Cliffe Terrace, 1460 Hwy 2 – 7:15 am

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