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:  November 21, 2023

                                   Editor:  Robbie Larocque

Meeting Called to Order: by President Linda Porritt

ROTARY GRACE: Led by Sue MacKinnon

Oh 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

TOAST TO THE KING: Led by Bob Stewart

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We respectfully acknowledge that we are hosting this Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood meeting from land within the jurisdiction of Williams Treaties and on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nations, the Anishnaabe, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. This acknowledgement reminds us of our responsibilities to our relationships and the ancestral lands on which we learn, share and live.

TOAST TO CANADA: Led by Bill Creamer

Visiting Rotarians and Guests:  Peter Taylor, President, Friends of the Second Marsh

BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:

• Bob Stewart has a birthday on November 25

• Willy Kellam has a birthday on November 22

• Janice Coupland had a Birthday on November 10

• Bob and Loni Elliott celebrate an anniversary on  November 23

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOV 27 - District Governor John Burns Official Visit to the 2 Rotary Clubs in Oshawa – 11:45 am to 1:30 pm, Wendel Clark’s Restaurant, 67 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4S3. A luncheon meeting. Joint meeting of the two Rotary Clubs here in Oshawa. Our Nov 28 meeting is cancelled.

DEC 1 and 2 AND DEC 7 & 8: Christmas at the Kids Safety Village   - We need lots of volunteers from our club for all four evenings. 4:30 pm to 8 pm – See Sue MacKinnon to sign up.  

DEC 2 – Breakfast to support Sharon’s Kids, at the Crooked Uncle. A no charge Drive Thru breakfast - just bring a gift. Time: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Bring an unwrapped gift & your ‘Drive-Thru Breakfast’ is compliments of The Crooked Uncle, Bar & Grill, 1180 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa. Check out:  www.thecrookeduncle.com

PLEASE NOTE:   The Crooked Uncle is located on a corner lot.  Entry from Simcoe Street will be restricted.  Please plan to enter coming eastbound down Orchardview Boulevard towards Simcoe St.  You will be directed into the parking lot of The Crooked Uncle to drop off your gift and receive your breakfast. You will then be directed out through the plaza onto Simcoe Street.  Thank you!

Gifts: We are continuing to focus on ages 13 years & Up! (Sample Gift Items: OC gift card, Visa/Mastercard gift cards/ Shoppers Drug Mart/Best Buy gift cards/ toiletries/blow dryers/curling irons/ makeup/shaving kits/socks/Chapters gift cards) All proceeds to "Sharon's Kids" Supporting the Durham Children’s Aid Foundation Holiday Hope Program . Sharon’s Kids Program celebrated its 50^th year in 2018!! Please help us keep Sharon’s Memory alive!

DEC  10 – Concert for Feed The Need in Durham – The 11 Rotary Clubs in Durham Region invite everyone in Rotary, Rotaract clubs and the whole Rotary family in District 7070 in southern to the 6th Annual Concert for Feed The Need in Durham. Arranged by Joe Solway, Rotary Club of Bowmanville.

DATE AND LOCATION CHANGE: DECEMBER 10, 2023 AT THE BILTMORE THEATRE, 39 KING ST E, OSHAWA. 

For tickets, please go to the Facebook Page for update on how to buy your tickets: Link https://www.facebook.com/ConcertToFeedTheNeedInDurham

The Concert to Feed the Need in Durham is a co-presentation of Rotary clubs of Durham Region and Feed the Need in Durham. It brings together award winning musicians from across the Region in support of Feed the Need in Durham, which collects and distributes food to over 65 emergency food providers across Durham, including food banks, shelters, meal and snack programs and other social service agencies. Feed the Need in Durham provides over 1.5M meals to Durham residents annually.

Ted Morrison announced that the Cakes/Hams have been ordered. Arrival on November 27, 2023 at McIntosh Anderson Kellan Funeral Home for the big orders to pick up. .

Sue announced that we are working with The Jube and Participation House for a Christmas Lunch being held on December 5, 2023. Lunch is $30.00 per person  11:30 am start.

Sue is exploring the possibility of our Christmas Party to be held on December 12 with a venue of Larry’s Condo Party Room. Details will follow.

Robert K. reminded the Club of an upcoming concert at the Simcoe Street United Church on December 20, 2023. The Professors of Funk will be performing tickets are priced at $25.00 general admission and $50.00 reserved seats. It's the return of the Professors of Funk Friends & Family Christmas Special! Established in 2014, this annual concert for the Back Door Mission quickly became reknowned as one of Oshawa and Durham's signature holiday events and we're setting the stage again for an unforgettable experience. For Tickets: see: https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/46311/

JAN 2 – Regular Meeting – 6 to 8 pm – Oshawa Golf Club. We will be ordering off the Golf Club menu and having a dinner with Rotarians. No schedule meeting agenda or speaker. It is a welcome back to the new year. Golf Club members can pay by signing a chit. Non members can pay by credit card.

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!!

SGT AT ARMS:  DAVID PENNEY

ACE OF SPADES:  Bob Koski won the opportunity to draw the ACE of Spades. Bob drew the 7 of Diamonds and so the jackpot grows.

HAPPY BUCKS

Hilda shared that she had visited Pat Dyck ahead of her surgery.

Hilda advised that she would be sharing a card with Margaret Nason

Bill Creamer reminds us that the Ace of Spades grows.

Al gloated that at a recent Generals Games that the Pete’s scored a come from way behind win!

Janice was very happy at a recent visit from Sue and Christmas Decorations are up for 2023.

Bob K is happy for the recent Win by Montreal in the Grey Cup

Linda reminds us of a celebration of life for her sister on Saturday at Oshawa Funeral Service with visitation at 12:30 pm and the Celebration of Life at 1:30 pm.

Ted noted that if you are in Orono to take in the Santa Claus Parade, pay close attention to Santa aka Ted Morrison
 

GUEST SPEAKERS:      PETER TAYLOR – FRIENDS OF THE SECOND MARSH

This evening we learned more about the Second Marsh in Oshawa. Dave Andrews introduced Peter Taylor spoke very passionately of the marsh and the adjacent McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Preserve. The marsh has many habitats and is home to numerous plants and wildlife. The marsh has huge biodiversity and is available for carbon storage. The marsh is a very special place where you can go and re-connect with nature right here in Oshawa. One great issue at the marsh is invasive species, Phragmites is one monoculture which has moved into the marsh and there is a 4 year program is in place to control Phragmites. General Motors did recently complete the transfer of some forested lands on the east side of the marsh.

The Friends of the Second Marsh has commenced a ‘Love the Marsh’ campaign to raise $500000.00 over the next 5 years: the program will include improved signage, replace old benches, the provision of toilets and an Education Building positioned near to the old GM headquarters.

Conversation and questions were asked of Peter and his presentation.

Al Finnigan thanked the speaker.

President Linda adjourned the meeting.                                                 

MORE INFORMATION ON THESE AND OTHER ROTARY EVENTS

NOV 27 – District Governor John Burns Official Visit to the 2 Rotary Clubs in Oshawa – 11:45 am to 1:30 pm, Wendel Clark’s Restaurant, 67 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4S3. A luncheon meeting. Joint meeting of the two Rotary Clubs here in Oshawa.

NOV 28 – Regular Weekly Meeting – MEETING CANCELLED AT THE OSHAWA GOLF CLUB                                                     

DEC 1 and 2- Christmas at the Kids Safety Village – We need Rotary Club Volunteers – Please check with Sue MacKinnon and Lennis Trotter. Please sign up. Time is 4:30 pm to 8 pm

DEC 2 – Breakfast to support Sharon’s Kids, at the Crooked Uncle. A no charge Drive Thru breakfast - just bring a gift. Time: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Bring an unwrapped gift & your ‘Drive-Thru Breakfast’ is compliments of The Crooked Uncle, Bar & Grill, 1180 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa.

DEC  5 – Regular Weekly Meeting – 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM . Jubilee Pavilion  - Spouses Invited 

                                                            - Holiday Party with Participation House

DEC 8 and 9 - Christmas at the Kids Safety Village - We need Rotary Club Volunteers – Please check with Sue MacKinnon and Lennis Trotter. Please sign up. Time is 4:30 pm to 8 pm

DEC  10 – Concert for Feed The Need in Durham – The 11 Rotary Clubs in Durham Region invite everyone in Rotary, Rotaract clubs and the whole Rotary family in District 7070 in southern to the 6th Annual Concert for Feed The Need in Durham. Arranged by Joe Solway, Rotary Club of Bowmanville.

DATE AND LOCATION CHANGE: DECEMBER 10, 2023 AT THE BILTMORE THEATRE, 39 KING ST E, OSHAWA. 

For tickets, please go to the Facebook Page for update on how to buy your tickets: Link https://www.facebook.com/ConcertToFeedTheNeedInDurham

The Concert to Feed the Need in Durham is a co-presentation of Rotary clubs of Durham Region and Feed the Need in Durham. It brings together award winning musicians from across the Region in support of Feed the Need in Durham, which collects and distributes food to over 65 emergency food providers across Durham, including food banks, shelters, meal and snack programs and other social service agencies. Feed the Need in Durham provides over 1.5M meals to Durham residents annually

Some recent presentations:

On November 10, The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood was so pleased to present the BIG ROTARY CHEQUE and make a $ 1,000 donation to Simcoe Hall in Oshawa at their office on Simcoe Street South.

In the photo L to R: Tiffany Kift, Executive Director of Simcoe Hall, Al Finnigan , Community Service Director of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood , and Margo Smith , Community Relations and Fund Development at Simcoe Hall.  Simcoe Hall provides wellness opportunities through their food bank and programs to serve children, individuals and families who experience financial and social challenges. Their vision is to be part of a community that will allow children, individuals and families to experience and lead healthy, meaningful and socially responsible lives.

The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood encourages everyone in Oshawa to make a donation, especially at this special time of the year with their holiday toy and holiday hamper programs. We thank you.

On November 10, The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood was so pleased to present the BIG ROTARY CHEQUE and make a $ 1,000 donation to The Salvation Army in Oshawa at the Salvation Army Thrift Store in Downtown Oshawa.

In the first photo : Kevin Sharp, Slavation Army Oshawa and Al Finnigan. and the BIG ROTARY CHEQUE.

In the second photo we are joined by Dave Andrews, Past President of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood.

In the third photo L to R: Leigh Rowney, Salvation Army Director and Al Finnigan , Community Service Director of the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood .

The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.

When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

The Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood encourages everyone in Oshawa to make a donation, especially at this special time of the year. We thank you.

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.