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The Rainbow Youth Centre is developing programming. This is not just a space for Queer Youth, but also for anyone looking for a safe space. They are supported by a number of volunteers. The strategy is to develop programing to address: MIND: starting a book club. BODY: Yoga with Barb, who is a certified yoga coach. SPIRIT: Art Space Saturdays, arranged and led by Will from 1:00 to 5:00. Candle-Keep: this program is helping kids to build problem solving and communication skills through imagination and role playing in a safe environment. Encaustic Art with May; May uses media to make art with multiple layers to reveal some parts of their piece. FUTURE: Potential tutoring program during school year, where they can do their school work, judgement free. Games to win extras and add to their back-to-school arsenal. Movie Nights are being looked at. Creative Events where youth to receive direction to visual story-telling and then prompts are given to begin a collaborative comic creation session filled with laughs and adventures. Any youth attending will be encountering LGBTQ2S+ personnel, so they should be feeling safe. |
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Rotary Youth Exchange Students on the moveThe Rotary Club of Brighton's inbound Youth Exchange Student Iita from Finland arrived in Canada on August 13. She attended the regular Rotary meeting at Frank's Corner Grill with the club on Wednesday morning. Iita will be here for the year, going to ENSS. She will return home next July. The Club's outbound student Elena leaves August 18th to go live and study in Belgium for the year. These brave and adventurous students leave their homes to go on a year long exchange in another country. They live with several host families in the country they go to in order to immerse themselves in the new culture. They attend high school regularly, learn the language and make new friends. If you would like to know more about Rotary's Youth Exchange program, or how you can participate, or get involved, contact the Rotary Club of Brighton. |
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Adopt a Village in Laos 2024Brighton Rotary was once again graced with the presence of Steve Rutledge, a Rotarian from the Whitby Club and founder of Adopt a Village in Laos. Laos is the only country in Southeast Asia that is completely landlocked, surrounded by the countries of Myanmar, China, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. With no access to a port, imported products are usually too expensive to purchase. As a result, most villages live off subsistent farming (mostly rice) and from natural foods found in the forest, albeit, not very nutritious. Laos has the dubious distinction of being the most heavily bombed country in the world, a result of the ‘Secret War’. 1/3 of the population was killed. With an average frequency of 1 planeload every 8 minutes for 9 years, up to 30% did not detonate, leaving an estimated 9 million ordinance in their soils. Economic recovery has been slow. The average life span in recent years has improved to 68 years although the average age remains around 24. Infant mortality has improved from 8.1%, 10 years ago to just 3.3% which is significant. The lack of hygiene is perhaps the most serious issue facing the rural villagers, caused simply by a lack of proper education and access to clean water. We continue to see widespread sickness caused by contaminated water. The average income has improved to $2,150/year. The problem is that diarrhea is everywhere, causing short term and long-term sickness along with other crippling diseases to the point that almost all income earned is spent on healthcare, limited as it is. |
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Humanitarian Efforts to UkraineDavid Black shared some of his experiences as a volunteer helping the Humanitarian efforts in the war in Ukraine perpetrated by Russia, with the Rotary Club of Brighton on Wednesday July 31. David has spent about 7 1/2 months volunteering in Ukraine since the war began in 2022. Packaging emergency medical kits for front line soldiers, shepherding displaced persons to new locations, distributing aid of various types to where it is needed. Generally behind the scenes support for the people. He described the significant work ethic of the people, day to day life in the country during this war and the need to support the people of Ukraine. |
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Brighton Rotary Street DanceOn Saturday August 3rd 2024, the Rotary Club of Brighton, once again hosted the annual Street Dance on Main Street Brighton featuring Bentwood Rocker and Wicklow as the Live entertainment. The weather was wonderful, if a little on the steamy side. A big thank you to Brighton Lion's who provided food, to all the volunteers that helped set up and organize the night, but special thanks to everyone who came out to support the Community through Rotary and enjoy the evening. See you next year. The Rotary Club of Brighton |
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Brighton Rotary News June 26 2024Whats New at Brighton Rotary today: Next board meeting will be held at R Daniel's cottage July 18th Brighton Rotary together with the six Rotary Clubs in Northumberland County will plant 500 trees in our communities this fall. Our 2024/25 inbound youth exchange student will be a young lady from Finland, to arrive mid August.Rotary cooked for the Pride Pop Up in the park June 15. $245 raised for PARM. Rotary bottle drive by the Arena Saturday June 22 and we raised $529.30. Street Dance on Main Street Saturday August 3. We need some more Rotarians and friends to get food handling certified R Steve S has tickets for the Air Show this weekend. Canada Day BBQ duty roster circulated and full. R Clay advised of a good meeting Monday with AURA regarding Elizabeth and family. Vision statement Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. |
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Copy of Brighton Rotary News June 12 2024Whats New at Brighton Rotary today: Next board meeting will be held at R Daniel's cottage June 20th Elizabeth and her children have arrived Brighton Rotary together with the six Rotary Clubs in Northumberland County will plant 500 trees in our communities this fall. Our 2024/25 inbound youth exchange student will be a young lady from Finland, to arrive mid August.We cooked for Spring Valley PS fun fair Wednesday June 5 after school. R Audrey and R Daniel organized a team for the Relay for Life walk in Trenton. They raised about $1,400. We are cooking for the Pride Pop Up in the park June 15. Rotary bottle drive by the Arena Saturday June 22. Street Dance on Main Street Saturday August 3. We need some more Rotarians and friends to get food handling certified R Chris called for Rotarians interested in donating to the Foundation or Polio Plus to get money in asap so he can make submission this month. Vision statement Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. |
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Brighton Rotary News June 5 2024Whats New at Brighton Rotary today: Next board meeting will be held at R Daniel's cottage June 20th Elizabeth and her children have arrived Brighton Rotary together with the six Rotary Clubs in Northumberland County will plant 500 trees in our communities this fall. Our 2024/25 inbound youth exchange student will be a young lady from Finland, to arrive mid August.We cooked for Spring Valley PS fun fair Wednesday June 5 after school. R Audrey and R Daniel are organizing a team for the June 8 Relay for Life walk in Trenton. They are looking for team members and donations. We are cooking for the Pride Pop Up in the park June 15. Rotary bottle drive by the Arena Saturday June 22. Street Dance on Main Street Saturday August 3. We have recovered the Brighton Rotary Golf trophy We need some more Rotarians and friends to get food handling certified Pres Joyce attended District Assembly and impressed with Brighton Rotary's participation by members. R Chris called for Rotarians interested in donating to the Foundation or Polio Plus to get money in asap so he can make submission this month. Vision statement Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. |
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Copy of Brighton Rotary News May 29 2024Whats New at Brighton Rotary today: Next board meeting will be held at R Daniel's cottage June 20th Elizabeth and her children will arrive in Canada June 4 Brighton Rotary together with the six Rotary Clubs in Northumberland County will plant 500 trees in our communities this fall. Our 2024/25 inbound youth exchange student will be a young lady from Finland, to arrive mid August.We are cooking for Spring Valley PS fun fair Wednesday June 5 after school. R Audrey and R Daniel are organizing a team for the June 8 Relay for Life walk in Trenton. They are looking for team members and donations. We have one D&D book available for sale. We are cooking for the Pride Pop Up in the park June 15. Rotary bottle drive by the Arena Saturday June 22. Street Dance on Main Street Saturday August 3. Audrey volunteered for the Spelling Bee Committee. Thank you Audrey. Vision statement Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. |
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Brighton Rotary News May 22 2024Whats New at Brighton Rotary today: Next board meeting will be held at R Daniel's cottage June 20th Elizabeth and her children will arrive in Canada June 4 Brighton Rotary together with the six Rotary Clubs in Northumberland County will plant 500 trees in our communities this fall. Bowl for Kids Sake - Big Brothers Big Sisters - We had fun in the Gutter so we were named appropriately - the Gutter Gang.Our 2024/25 inbound youth exchange student will be a young lady from Finland, to arrive mid August. We are cooking for Spring Valley PS fun fair Wednesday June 5 after school. R Audrey and R Daniel are organizing a team for the June 8 Relay for Life walk in Trenton. They are looking for team members and donations. We have one D&D book available for sale. We are cooking for the Pride Pop Up in the park June 15. Rotary bottle drive by the Arena Saturday June 22. Street Dance on Main Street Saturday August 3. District Assembly - June 1, 2024 from 8am to 2pm at Centennial College Event Centre 8th floor, 937 Progress Avenue, Toronto. Vision statement Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. |
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Rotary Bottle DriveRotary's next bottle drive will be held at King Edward Park parking lot by the Curling Club on Saturday April 6th between 10am and 2pm. All alcohol containers received with proceeds going back into the community such as: Beacon Youth Center Army Cadets Figure Skating Auxiliary Rescue Unit Soccer Club ENSS Environmental Club Coats for Kids Relay for Life Christmas Hampers Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre Helping Hands Northumberland Gift from the Heart Five Counties Children's Centre and many others.... |
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Relay for Life 2024Quinte Relay for Life is back in 2024 for a third run at Trenton High School - Saturday June 8th from 2pm to 11pm. The Quinte event is an amalgamation of former Brighton, Quinte West and Belleville and Prince Edward County events. In 2023 their goal for fundraising was $57,000 which was surpassed. They raised $64,000. They are hoping to meet that again. Today Karen White the Volunteer Director in charge of sponsors updated Rotary on the 2024 Relay for Life event. The Rotary Club of Brighton presented Karen a cheque for $500 as a Luminaire sponsor achieving her goal of sponsorships for this year's event. They are looking for more teams and for teams to participate on the day. Karen reminded us of all the good works the Canadian Cancer Society does for research as well as to support people and families dealing with cancer. |
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Quinte Sailability 2024 SeasonBrett is from Frankford and is the public relations officer with Quinte Sailability (QS). He grew up with his disability and it is a big part of his life. He was born with cerebral palsy. He started sailing with QS at the age of 4. He had lots of support over the years. QS want to say that there are no limits on the water. This is something we really believe in. We are proud to work with many different types of disabilities. Two of our sailors with downs syndrome have been racing, sailing for the last two years. I have this team and like to see it grow. |
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Eye2Eye International Film FestivalThe Eye2Eye International Film Festival brings together the best of international film to Northumberland County June 7 to 9, 2024, at Victoria Hall. Film Access Northumberland (FAN) powers the Eye2Eye Film Festival. FAN strives to connect emerging film makers with financial rewards, access to professionals and mentors. They include educational events and workshops, and they want to expand the appreciation of the visual arts to schools and the broader community. The three day event in June aims to bring industry professionals to Northumberland to build a platform for engagement, learning and connection. |
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500 Trees NorthumberlandAs we know, Canada has experienced a staggering loss of forestry in 2023 due to the ongoing wild fires and unfortunately, it may only get worse. This devastation is breaking all records and the impact on our climate and environment is beyond measure. The Rotary Clubs of Cobourg, Northumberland Sunrise (Cobourg), Port Hope, Colborne, Brighton and Campbellford, have resolved to act. We know that incremental changes and dedicated efforts by all club members have the potential to make a difference to our world. These six clubs have committed a combined total of $5,000 towards a campaign with a goal to plant 500 trees in Northumberland County. This will be matched by the Rotary District, bringing that total to $10,000. With the not-for-profit, Trees for Life as our partners, there is the potential to match this finding even further, up to a maximum of $20,000. We hope to plant 85 native trees in the Brighton area this fall with the help of our partners and community. |
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Salvation Army in Brighton 2024Danny and Lisa were introduced: Major Dan Broome was born and raised in Ontario, his younger years were spent in Toronto, high school years were spent in Belleville Ontario. He started attending the Salvation Army when he was 18 years old which led to his calling to become a Salvation Army officer, Before becoming a Salvation Army officer. Dan obtained a degree in Biblical and Theological studies at the Salvation Army Booth College in Winnipeg and worked full time as a camp cook prior to entering the Salvation Army Training College in Toronto in 1988. He was commissioned and Ordained as a Salvation Army Officer in June 1990. In 2020 he celebrated 30 years as an Officer. He has served in Salvation Army Churches in Paris, Brampton, Milton, Oakville, St. George's Bermuda, Moose Jaw Saskatchewan and currently in Cobourg. He also served for 9 years as a Correctional Services Chaplain at the Maplehurst Correctional Centre, and the Brampton Courthouse for 9 years. His wife Wendy and Dan have been married for 33 years, have no children, but do have a dog, Charlie who is 7 years old. He is an avid reader and tries to walk or run at least once day. Dan brought with him, the manager of the Port Hope office, Lisa Graham. Lisais a member of the Port Hope Rotary club and she will be the one who will be giving oversight to our Brighton satellite office once we are able to get it established. Lisa has been a part of the Salvation Army her whole life. She grew up with the Salvation Army as her church and she has been the youth pastor at the Cobourg Salvation Army for 25 years. Lisa has had various positions within the Salvation Army and in various cities. Currently, she has been the Manager of the Community & Family services office in Port Hope for 9 years and are hoping to open a satellite office here in Brighton which she will manage. Before working for the Salvation Army in Port Hope, she was the morning show co-host on the UCB Canada radio station 90.7FM in Cobourg. She is also a fellow Rotarian from the Port Hope Rotary club. Lisa has been married going on 26 years and they have four adult children, 3 girls and 1 boy, 2 dogs and 3 bunny rabbits. She loves to read, and she plays in our church band and sing in the worship team, and loves to go camping with her family. |
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Autism OntarioR Jeff introduced our virtual guests: Ramela Garcia is the Fund and Volunteer Coordinator for Autism Ontario – Central East Region. She joined in August 2023 and collaborates with the Program and Volunteer Coordinator to support nine areas in Central East – Grey/Bruce Counties, Simcoe County, York Region, Durham Region, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, Peterborough County and Northumberland County. Ramela has a profound passion supporting the vulnerable sector with extensive experience in non-profit charitable community-based services. She lives in Durham Region and has worked with Footprints 4 Autism that provides respite programs to families with autistic children and youth; Victim Services of Durham Region supporting victims of crime and tragic circumstance; and Durham Region Intimate-Violence Empowerment Network (DRIVEN) which is a one-stop hub that supports women and their children fleeing abuse. Autism Ontario provides the opportunity for Ramela to connect and learn about the communities in Central East Region. Our region is supported by 2 staff and a team of dedicated volunteers. Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive Ontario for autism. Central East Region does that by understanding our communities and aligning their needs through meaningful and memorable programs, offering safe spaces to connect, advocacy and awareness, and sharing resources to support their journey. Tahseen Ali is the Fund and Volunteer Coordinator for Autism Ontario – East Region. She is one of two regional staff in Eastern Ontario and has been with the organization since October 2023. In 2017, she became a regular volunteer at a children’s palliative care hospice in Ottawa, and since then has had a special interest in the charitable and non-profit sectors. Graduating in 2020 with an Honours bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science, she finds meaningful work and much enjoyment within the non-profit sector, especially where she can impact the lives of equity-deserving groups, children in-need, and neurodiverse populations. At Autism Ontario, she learns about and identifies the unique needs of autism families in the East region and works with program staff to sustain regional funding and maintain impactful programs that support education, wellness, and inclusivity. She also assists in volunteer recruitment and coordinates fundraising initiatives to ensure regional programs can continue to benefit autism families in the years to come. |
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Melanoma early self detectionToday we had a virtual presentation to learn about melanoma self-detection and prevention. Our presenter was:Steve Fine, President, Melanoma Education Foundation. |
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Rotary Youth Leadership Symposium
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Brighton Santa Claus ParadeThe Rotary Club of Brighton had a great time singing (Mostly Jingle Bells) during the Brighton Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 17/23. Lots of fun was had. Kudos to the organizers of the parade, and a special thanks to the Brown family (First Place Trailers) for the use of their trailer.
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Bridge Hospice DonationKim Good of Bridge Hospice in Warkworth shared her thoughts on the future of non-profit groups and the value of volunteers during the Nov. 22 morning meeting. She was pleased to accept a $500 donation from the Club, presented by President Joyce Cassin.
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HUGS (Helping Ukrainians Get settled)Helmut Enns of HUGS (Helping Ukrainians Get settled) in Brighton spoke to the club. They’re looking for host families, so if anyone is interested, please contact HUGS.
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New Youth Exchange Student Arrives!The Rotary Club of Brighton’s President Joyce and Past President Emily welcomes Rotary Youth Exchange student Gabriel of Brazil. He’ll be spending the school year at ENSS in Brighton.Bem vindo ao Canada!
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Serving at CDHS 100th ReunionBrighton Rotary is serving refreshments at the arena for the CDHS 100th reunion in Campbellford.
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Brighton Rotary News Oct 5 2022Members: 7 Guests: Terri Lynn, Yuri Castillo and Danny Broome Correspondence: DG Iosif’s weekly report: October is Economic and Community Development Month Rotary supports investment in people to create measurable and enduring economic improvements in their lives and communities. Today Rotary Club of Etobicoke, Toronto West and Etobicoke Collegiate Institute Interactors collected food donations from the residents of the Kingsway. This is our 5th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. We collected over $3500 worth of non perishable food for local food food banks just in time for Thanksgiving. Hurricane Fiona Help - Message from Michael Parker - Disaster Relief Chair: With the destruction unleashed by Hurricane Fiona last week, a number of our Clubs have shown interest in assisting with relief. Michael Parker of the Rotary Club of Cobourg is our Disaster Relief Chair this year, a newly created position in our District. His contact information is on our District website. He has already been in touch with Harvey Bass, the District Governor for the Clubs on the East Coast, and is awaiting his response. Once that is received, he will send out a letter detailing what options for assistance can be pursued. Our Clubs may be able to make an immediate cash donation or follow up with joint projects using District funds or by applying to the Rotary Foundation. There are knowledgeable people within our District who are able to assist with that process. If your Club would like to assist, please let Michael know so he can gauge what our District response will be. 20th of October, 2022 WORLD POLIO DAY 2022 - LIVE from the Rotary Global Classroom at DURHAM COLLEGE in Oshawa, Ontario, CANADA ON 06:00 pm to 8:30 pm Region Rotary Clubs (plus the Rotary Club of Port Hope) invite YOU to join us LIVE IN-PERSON OR LIVE ON-LINE in the Rotary Global Classroom in the Centre for Collaborative Education at Durham College where we will celebrate World Polio Day with leaders from around the world, hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Oshawa and Oshawa-Parkwood, and Durham College. JOIN US LIVE IN PERSON STARTING AT 5:45 PM - ONLY 100 SEATS AVAILABLE: PLEASE REGISTER TODAY RIGHT HERE ): Cash bar and a light lunch will be served. Cost $ 35 per person to be (and a portion - $10 - will be donated to The Rotary Foundation's Polio Plus Fund and will be credited to your next Paul Harris Fellow. Spouses, guests and prospective members are invited. We will see the live 2022 Rotary International World PolioDay video and District 7070 will broadcast our event live to Rotary Clubs around the world and to Universities and colleges worldwide. Please contact Dave Andrews for more details. Smile: Funny, one penny to another. We should get together and make cents (sense) Announcements:
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Song: It's A Long Way to Tipperary Sharing Pot: $16 won by Steve B who donated it to the Rotary Foundation. Happy Bucks: everything makes him happy, with bells on, our guests, play in the County, successful bottle drive, trip to Ireland an adventure, to be back, coming home, ready for kettle campaign, to have Daniel back, talking Christmas, didn't burn office down. Rotary Minute: Remember Truth and Reconciliation and 94 Calls to Action. It is a road map home. We have an opportunity to be part of the solution. |
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Brighton Rotary News Sept 28 2022Members: 7 Guests: Laetitia de Witt and Bob McKay Correspondence: 1. Durham Rotary clubs holding a concert in December. Flyer passed around. Smile: Husband “I would like you to have this special bracelet, it belonged to my Grandmother.” Wife: “Why does it say – DO NOT RESUSITATE.” Announcements:
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Song: This Land is Your Land Sharing Pot: $21 won by Laetitia who donated it to the Rotary Foundation. Happy Bucks: that 911 was not needed, waking up at 3am and getting up at 4am to track daughter swimming off California coast 22 miles, for all the hard work of volunteers and friends for Applefest, going to New Brunswick Tuesday for James' graduation, to Niagara Falls this weekend for 3rd anniversary, Foundation Walk a good day, Indigenous people have the better religion, Stratford 1939, amazing Applefest, Applefest is over, great weekend with family, Danny's return. Rotary Minute: Remember Truth and Reconciliation and 94 Calls to Action. It is a road map home. We have an opportunity to be part of the solution. For the today's program, with listened to Kevin Lamoureux: Truth and Reconciliation | TED Talk |
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Brighton Rotary News Sept 21 2022Members: 9 Guests: no guests (so sad) Correspondence: 1. Certificate of participation in the Jennifer Jones Cross Canada Image Tour Kids Against Hunger Packing Event at Loyalist College July 5, 2022. 2. Rotary Club of Wellington events, we would like to invite you to take part in our annual fundraiser dinner & dance this year. After three years of absence due to the pandemic, *Happy Days are Here Again!* The *Dinner & Dance with The Reasons* will be held on *October 15th in the Highline Hall at the Wellington & District Community Centre*. 3. Dear Rotarian, Greetings from RID 3181! As you might be aware, RID 3181 organizes an International Motorcycle Ride / Drive event - Ride for Rotary, in India. The aim of the event is to promote Internationalfellowship and exchange of Rotary views. 4. Hello Fall! Keep up with Cornerstone September Newsletter 2022 Walk A Mile Returns for 15th Year! Walk A Mile is just 2 weeks away! On Saturday, October 1, you can help Cornerstone celebrate Walk A Mile’s 15th anniversary and enjoy Peameal and Pumps Breakfast from the Cobourg Lions Club, Fun for the kids, and The Cobourg Nissan Chiefs Challenge all in downtown Cobourg! During the Cobourg Nissan Chiefs Challenge Cobourg Fire and Cobourg Police will go head-to-head and compete in an obstacle course. Once the firefighters and police officers have completed the course, others will be welcomed and encouraged to take on the challenge for bragging rights! Register today to get in on the fun and support local women and children! Smile: Announcements:
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Song: Pack Up Your Troubles Sharing Pot: $18 won by R Steve S who donated it to the Rotary Foundation. Happy Bucks: everything good in life, busy moving Oct 7, weekend in Montreal for grandson's wedding, good weather, knee replacement next Wednesday, looking forward to Applefest (their first), watching Queen's funeral and piper's exit, watched everything, change in Monarchy, next week in Minden with the other daughter, visit with cousin from Calgary, hearing Loon's at night, Spring Valley BBQ fun, Royals playing well together. Rotary Minute: R Clay shared a story from RI Presidnet Jennifer Jones: Recently, Nick and I spent time in Guatemala, where we met wonderful fellow Rotary members and families who unofficially adopted me as "Tía Jennifer." On the third day, after visiting Patzún in the mountainous western highlands, we set out for Lake Atitlán, which we needed to reach by nightfall. If we took a back road we could get there faster. Locals told us it had just been repaved and assured us, "You’ll have no problem." At first, it was a breeze. We wound through misty-green coffee and corn fields covering the hillside like a patchwork quilt. But at a river crossing, we found a bridge washed away. The only way to continue would be to ford the river in our small bus. There were a few tense moments, but we decided to give it a try and, thankfully, we made it across safely. This adventure reminds me of two important truths in Rotary. One, we rely on local, on-the-ground expertise to do what we do best. And two, sometimes you have to take uncomfortable chances to reach important goals. Every day, I am honored to learn from our Rotary family. Every lesson is an opportunity to grow, and each story adds a chapter to our collective Imagine Rotary year. JENNIFER JONES President, Rotary International
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Brighton Rotary News Sept 14 2022Members: 9 Guests: no guests (so sad) Correspondence: 1. Five Counties Children's Centre want to come and update us on their programs. 2. DG Iosif's news: This past week John, Virginia, Joan and I met with board members of the Tibetan Canadian Cultural Center, Deki and Sonam (AG and member of the Forest Hill Club) we are working on creating a new Rotary Club. We had a very successful meeting, followed by Momos (traditional Tibetan dumplings) and a tour of the large facility they occupy. On Wednesday I had the privilege to visit the Brighton Club, we finished with a great song; "Hello Rotarians". I challenge you to sing it at your next meeting. Saturday was Yard Sale Day in Oshawa, the club was there selling donated items and collecting empty bottles. At the end of the day after putting everything away, the brown leather cinema couch was left... well, let me tell you, this thing was heavy. Mental note, if you ever help at a yard sale make sure you leave before the end of the day is over if there is heavy furniture left. Thank you Ron for the refreshing drink! After the Yard Sale I made my way to the Scarborough BBQ, it was her at Michael's house. Good food, good time and Great Rotarians! Pictures to follow. Upcoming Webinar: Work Smarter not Harder to Grow Your Club - Wednesday, 28 September 12pm Data-driven decision-making is critical to the success of any business — and to your club and district. What if you knew how many members you might lose this year and how many you would need to recruit in order to grow? This session will help club and district leaders understand their data, including historical attraction and retention rates, and prioritize their goals in order to maximize their impact. Upcoming Events in our District: Check the District Website for more info Monday, 12th September
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Smile: A father put his 3 year old daughter to bed, told her a story and listened to her prayers which ended by saying, "God bless mommy, God bless Daddy, and God bless grandma and goodbye grandpa." The father asked, "Why did you say goodbye grandpa?" The little girl said, "I don't know, it just seemed like the right thing to do." The next day grandpa died. The father thought it was a strange coincidence. A few months later the father put the girl to bed and listened to her prayers which went like this, "God bless mommy, God bless daddy and goodbye grandma." The next day grandma died. The father was sure the girl was in contact with the other side. Several weeks later when the girl was going to bed the dad heard her say, "God bless mommy and goodbye daddy." He practically went into shock. He couldn't sleep all night and got up at the crack of dawn to go to his office. He was nervous as a cat all day as he watched the clock. He stayed at the office and thought if he made it to midnight he would be fine. He felt safe at the office. He stayed at the office, pacing and watching the clock but jumping at every sound. Finally when midnight came he breathed a sigh of relief and went home. When he got home his wife said, "I've never seen you work so late, what is the matter?" He said, "I don't want to talk about it. I've just spent the worst day of my life." She said, "You think you had a bad day, You'll never believe what happened to me this morning. My golf pro dropped dead in the middle of my lesson." Announcements:
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Song: Grandmothers Clock Sharing Pot: $18 won by R Chris who donated it to the Rotary Foundation. Happy Bucks: weekend in Stratford, Applefest, part-time job as sommelier practicing drinking wine, life is good, all englishman good?? but the children are adorable, lots of time at TV watching the British pageantry, presentation enjoyable, never to sing God Save Our Queen again, grandson's wedding, SVPS BBQ, great presentation, memories of Queen, tea party in Cobourg. Rotary Minute: R Clay shared about a recent Canada Rotary Project Last year when Canada suspended the export of potatoes to the United States from Prince Edward Island due to a fungus found in two fields, Rotarians from Ontario rallied to help farmers offset their losses. Dozens of clubs coordinated the purchase, transport, and distribution of the still-edible crops to food banks. The Rotary Club of Bracebridge began the effort, tapping local government connections to arrange for a provincial grant of about US$9,000 to cover the acquisition and transport of 4,000 10 lb bags of potatoes from one of the growers. On Feb 19, members of five area Rotary clubs and one Rotaract club gathered in a warehouse to offload the spuds, sort the bags, and deliver them to 14 food banks. At his family farm near Charlottown, PEI, Rick Sanderson marvels at the thoughtfulness of those who worked with him to salvage a portion of his harvest. "I just really appreciate Rotary helping us out here in the time of need," Sanderson says. |
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Brighton Rotary News Sept 7 2022Members: 10 Guests: Terri Lynn Jenkins and District Governor Iosif Ciosa Correspondence: 1. Foundation Walk - Every non covid year our district, 7070, holds a Walk to raise awareness and money for the Rotary Foundation www.rotary.org Foundation is the charity arm of Rotary international. The money raised by the Foundation goes to support the good works that Rotarians achieve each year worldwide. The mission of the Foundation is…helping Rotary members to advance world understanding, goodwill and peace by improving health, providing quality education and alleviating poverty. The Walk this year is being held at Cullen Gardens, Whitby and is hosted by the Durham Rotary Clubs on Sunday September 25 from 10-2pm. There will be walks of differing lengths, so everyone can participate. Bring your family, bring you pets. Lunch will be provided. The Walk encourages us to donate money annually. The Foundation program is “Every Rotarian Every Year”. Our club Foundation Committee is responsible for soliciting the membership. You will be hearing me asking the club for donations for the next few weeks. Donations can be made in the form of a cheque 2. District 7070 is looking for Rotarians who are interested in leading our District as Governor in the 2025-26 Rotary year – July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. All Rotary Clubs in District 7070 are invited to submit suggestions to me on or before Friday, January 6th, 2023. Nomination forms should be scanned and sent by email to iosifciosa@outlook.com. Receipt of each form will be made by return email. Please retain the original form. Please use the attached nomination form, noting that each club may suggest only one of its own members as a candidate for the position of Governor-Nominee (term of office begins July 1, 2025) as per Rotary International By-Law 14.020.4. Also attached are District Election Guidelines provided by Rotary International. As per District 7070 Policies & Procedures Point 5.4.2, page 5 of 22, such a submission shall be in the form of a resolution, adopted at a regular meeting of the club, properly certified by the secretary, and accompanied by a resume or biographical sketch of the suggested Rotarian Duly-nominated candidates will be interviewed on the evening of Wednesday January 25th, 2023 in Meeting Room 2 at the Whitby Public Library. According to our District 7070 Guideline of Policy and Procedure, the Nominating Committee consists of four past district governors, preferably the immediate four Past District Governors if available, plus the current Governor who acts as chair. Note that the District Governor Elect (DGE) and the District Governor Nominee (DGN) are invited to attend the interviews, but do not have the right to vote. 3. September is Rotary International’s Basic Education and Literacy Month. Rotary’s goal is to empower communities to support basic education and Literacy, reduce gender disparity in education and increase adult literacy. World Literacy Day is coming up on September 8th. Literacy Day serves as a reminder of the Importance of Literacy for individuals and society. 4. Update on the the 2022-2023 Strategic Plan (see attached) To help continue to make an ever greater impact, the District Leadership Team has been working to update the Strategic Action Plan for 2022-2023 (see attached). Reach out to your Assistant Governor if you need help or have any questions. We have created a new Strategic Direction Role role this year to help with the tactics on how to reach our goals. Prince Kumar is the chair of the new role, he has been working with the DG and DLT to update the Strategic Action Plan . If you have any questions or need help please reach out to Prince at prince.kumar@rotarytoronto.com Upcoming Events in our District: Check the District Website for more info 5. Up coming Club events in the District include: Ajax Family Funfest Saturday 10th September & Sunday 11th September Port Perry Pedlars Sunday 11th of September 3rd Durham Region Children's Business Fair Sunday 10th of September 6. Rotary Leadership Institute levels 1, 2 and 3 available this fall via Zoom District 7070 RLI Part 1 -Sep 14, 21 and 28th 2022 (6pm to 7:30pm) District 7070 RLI Part 2 Oct 12, 19, 26 2022 |