THE PARKWOOD JOURNAL

OFFICIAL BULLETIN OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF OSHAWA-PARKWOOD

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

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO:

ROTARY – People of Action

Rotary is where neighbours, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change.

We're made up of local business, professional, and civic leaders. 

We meet regularly, get to know each other, form friendships and through that, we're able to get things done in our community. 

It's up to YOU.............Join leaders in our community

Be sure to share this with all of your friends and associates and ask them to get in touch with our Club President Linda Porritt at 905-626-6386 or Club Vice President Hilda Finnigan at 905-431-4258.

You are invited to our next Rotary meeting. You may wish to become a Rotarian. Dinner is on us. Isn't it time to give back to your community?.

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.

Rotary Code of Conduct provides a framework for ethical behaviour that all Rotarians can use, together with The Four-Way Test, in their business and professional activities.

ROTARY CODE OF CONDUCT

As a Rotarian, I will

1. Exemplify the core value of integrity in all behaviours and activities

2. Use my vocational experience and talents to serve in Rotary

3. Conduct all of my personal, business, and professional affairs ethically, encouraging and fostering high ethical standards as an example to others

4. Be fair in all dealings with others and treat them with the respect due to them as fellow human beings

5. Promote recognition and respect for all occupations which are useful to society

6. Offer my vocational talents: to provide opportunities for young people, to work for the relief of the special needs of others, and to improve the quality of life in my community

7. Honour the trust that Rotary and fellow Rotarians provide and not do anything that will bring disfavour or reflect adversely on Rotary or fellow Rotarians

8. Not seek from a fellow Rotarian a privilege or advantage not normally accorded others in a business or professional relationship

THE ROTARY FOUR-WAY TEST

of things we think, say and do:

1. Is it the truth

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

  MINUTES OF MEETING:  January 9, 2024

                                   Editor:  Dave Andrews

Meeting: As a result of the notification from the Oshawa Golf & Curling Club late Monday evening , our meeting was cancelled but there I so much going on in our Rotary world,  here is this week’s bulletin

 Visiting Rotarians and Guests:

None

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:

Happy Birthday on January  10 to Margaret Nason

Happy Birthday on January  12 to Rhonda Stewart

REMINDER: BE SURE TO LET JANICE COUPLAND KNOW WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE FOR DINNER THIS WEEK, BY SUNDAY EVENING. THE NEW MENU IS LOCATED IN THE ROTARY CLUB CALENDAR OF EVENTS.

REMINDER: JANUARY 16: MEETING STARTS AT 6:15 PM.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

BINGO AT THE RED BARN:

Our Next Bingo is January 18 (11 am start) at the Red Barn. We still need ONE Front Door Seller  volunteer for The January 18 Bingo. Please advise President Linda as soon as you can.

Please find attached the Bingos for the January thru March. We NEED YOUR help. We need Ticket seller / U Pick Em Sellers for: Feb 15 (11 am start); Feb 24 (11 am start) ; March 16 (5 pm start), and March 21 (11 am start) . Please let Linda know if you can volunteer as soon as possible.

Rotary Foundation Canada: One Single Receipt for all donations in 2024.

 The Rotary Foundation Canada has carefully considered our donors' numerous requests and is changing to an annual receipting process for contributions starting in calendar year 2024.  Donors will receive an acknowledgment for every contribution at the time the gift is made. Additionally, in early 2025, one itemized receipt will be provided that includes all contributions made to TRFC in the 2024 calendar year. An annual receipt for gifts made in 2023 will not be provided, as receipts for those contributions will already have been processed. See: https://trfcanada.org/Stories/new-story-december-14-2023?fbclid=IwAR28EtM2kp-SHdzdln-RIOmMSigrMSbw7I80fNu3br_TE33-6NQjKI5bNko

JAN 10 - BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING  - 6 PM at D G Biddle office (also on Zoom)

JAN 16 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:15 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club  

                                                            - Speaker: LEARNING TUESDAYS  - ZOOM MEETING

                                           PUBLIC IMAGE WORKSHOP – HOW TO KICK START YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA

                                                        (keynote speaker: Hannah Shaw –

                                                 Rotary International Social media  Specialist)

JAN 18 - Bingo – RED Barn – 11 AM Start (still need one volunteer. Contact President Linda as soon as possible)

JAN 18 – Night of A Thousand Dinners – Proceeds to  the Canadian Landmine Foundation  , Officers' Mess, Ontario Regiment, Simcoe Street North. Tickets $125.00 per person. This elegant evening will have a the Dress Code: Business Attire. The Bar opens at 6 pm. Dinner at 7 pm. This is a Fundraiser for Canadian Landmine Foundation hosted by the Oshawa Rotary Club. Reserve your spot through Past District Governor, Ron Dick   ( ron@rrdfsi.ca 416-988-8077) or Gordon Dowsley  (gdowsley@yahoo.com  905-576-3636). Internet transfer payments can be made  through  OshawaRotaryClub@rogers.com   Please indicate landmines dinner.. Many Rotary Clubs in Canada support Canadian Landmine Foundation. Keynote speaker is Lloyd Axworthy (Canada's former Federal Minister of External Affairs, a Companion of the Order of Canada, Chair of the World Refugee & Migration Foundation, Nobel peace Nominee, a proud Rotarian, and Leader of the Ottawa Process which led to The Ottawa Treaty, the outlawing of landmines in international law). Seating is very limited to 100 patrons only. Please purchase your tickets as soon as possible. PLEASE CONTACT RON DICK OR GORDON DOWSLEY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. See: https://rotaryoshawa-parkwood.org/event/copy-of-night-of-a-thousand-dinners---nov-17--2022/

JAN 23 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club  

                                                            - Speaker: John Henry, Chair, Durham Region

                                                       – His Annual Address to our Rotary Club

JAN 25 – Rotary Club of  Northumberland Sunrise is having a Robbie Burns Dinner – 6 PM Start - 3 course dinner and a Scotch tasting at the Dalewood Golf Club for $100. Sign up here: https://www.crsadmin.com/EventPortal/Registrations/PublicFill/EventPublicFill.aspx?evtid=1d35b2d6-5745-4cf5-93b6-c8630c283691

JAN 27 - Bingo – RED Barn – 11 AM Start

JAN 30 – Zone 28 & 32 Public Image Presentation – What’s In a Name - By popular demand, please join us for a Rotary Public Image presentation on "What's In a Name!" In this 45-minute presentation, Zone 28 Rotary Public Image Coordinator, Mary Lou Harrison, and Zone 32 Rotary Public Image Coordinator, Laura Spear, will present:  A refresher on correct logo usage; How to use and protect the Rotary name and why it's so important ; Next steps if you are currently using the Rotary name; and Q&A. They will be joined by Liz Thiam, Brand Specialist at Rotary International, to answer your questions. What's In a Name. Tuesday, January 30, 2024. 6:30-7:15 PM Eastern Time. 

Laura's Zoom link: https://purestorage.zoom.us/j/2577081822?omn=92063061480

JAN 30 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM .

                                                        NO MEETING AT OSHAWA GOLF CLUB

                                                             DINNER NIGHT OUT WITH SPOUSES

FEB  1 – Savour The Flavour  - The Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise invites you to join us for the 13th Annual "Savour the Flavour" Fundraising Gala. Cost $125 per person – Deer Creek – 6 PM. - For tickets, please contact ticketsalesrotarywhitbysunrise@gmail.com. Taste the Best of Durham Region. Enjoy live entertainment, raffles , prizes, silent auction and more. Restaurants: Bella Notte, Cobs Bread Bakery, Copper Branch, Cupcake Junkie, Greek Tycoon, Jerry’s Taphouse, Maimana Naan & Kabab, Manhattin Kitchen & Eatery, Rekha’s Indian Kitchen

FEB  2 - Cobourg Rotary Club is creating a “Speak Easy” Fundraiser event (6 to 11 pm )- where you’ll be transported back to the Roaring 1920s - an era known for its elegance, glamour, and prohibition.  Once attendees receive the password and learn of the secret location in Cobourg, they will be invited to join us for an evening of signature cocktails, culinary delights, and live music! Don’t miss it — tickets are limited! Funds raised at our event this year will support our Club’s financial commitment to Habitat for Humanity Northumberland and other community initiatives. Get your tickets today. SEE: https://www.cobourgrotary.ca/event/cobourg-rotary-speak-easy/

FEB  6 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club  

                                                            - Speaker: Richard Mewhinney, Uganda Water Project Update

FEB  7 – BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING  - TIME AND LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED

FEB  13 - Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM . NO MEETING AT THE OSHAWA GOLF CLUB

                                        - Speaker:  OUR CLUB'S VALENTINE'S PARTY    - SPOUSES INVITED

FEB 15 - Bingo – RED Barn – 11 AM Start

FEB  20 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 6:15 PM to 8:00 PM . Oshawa Golf Club  

                                                            - Speaker: Don Lovisa – President , Durham College

FEB 24 – The Catholic Family Services Durham 19th Annual Heart to Heart Gala, charity event for Catholic Family Services Durham, on 24 Feb 2024 at Deer Creek , 2700 Audley Rd. N., Ajax, ON L1Z 1T7. Steve Burnett (Rotary Club of Bowmanville will announce to our club on Jan 23). Cost $120.00 per person , Join us for a lovely evening which includes a 3-course dinner with wine, a DJ-dance, raffles, live and silent auction. 6 pm to 11:30 pm. Tax receipt is for the donation portion of the ticket. The meal is a beef and chicken duo. There is a vegan option. Please specify any allergies, meal preferences or restrictions in the checkout. The funds raised at this event support programs and services to support the most vulnerable among us, regardless of ability to pay or religious beliefs. For tickets, please go to: https://trellis.org/heart-to-heart-gala-2024/checkout/select?source=ticket

APRIL 18 to 21 – Rotary Youth Leadership Symposium - at Ganaraska Centre. Cost per young adult is $385. Clubs can sponsor. The 2024 Rotary Youth Leadership Symposium (RYLS) will be taking place, April 18-21, 2024 at the Ganaraska Forest Centre! The 3-night, 4-day experience is geared toward youth between the ages of 16-20 and will offer an inspiring program: Conflict Resolution, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Reconciliation and Land Based Education, Leadership, Hands-on Activities, Group Dynamics, Public Speaking, Outdoor Survival along with campfires, friendship and tons of fun and learning!!!

Rotary Clubs are encouraged to find and sponsor eligible participants within their community, as well as members of the Rotaract and Interact Clubs that they host. There are only 30 spots available - so act fast! 

Applications are due by March 1, 2024.  To apply click HERE. For more info, contact: Past District Governor, Mark Chipman, chipburt@hotmail.com.   

 See: https://rotary7070.org/Stories/rotary-youth-leadership-symposium-(ryls)-is-april-18-21-2024-apply-by-march-1-2024

REMINDER: from Ted – Announcing our newest fundraiser – Maple Syrup Sales. Start your pre-ordering now. Delivery is mid March 2024. Our Club logo on every bottle (750 ml) . Sell for $20 per bottle. Gift Certificates are now available . Great Christmas Gifts. See Ted. All certificates are $20.

REMINDER:     2024 Reverse Draw, Dinner and Silent Auction at the Courtyard by Marriott – May 9, 2024!!

                          TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!!!

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Or you can add the free App Rotary Club Locator to your phone for instant look up of any club in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Secretary Sue MacKinnon, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.