Lubricator March 13, 2017 (Mar 13, 2017)

President's Remarks

President Uwe welcomed everyone to the meeting at 12:20 pm.

President Uwe had the club observe a minute of silence, to honor the one year anniversary of Ernie Beneschs passing and to show support and encouragement to the Snedden family, who have recently sustained a terrible loss.

He showed off a copy of the Medicine Hat News, which has a countdown on Page 1 to July 1^st, which happens to be BOTH Canada's 150^th birthday and the end of Uwe's presidency. Many laughs accompanied this reveal. Most were pretty sure the News was counting down the Canada Day festivities.

President Uwe specifically welcomed everyone to attend both the Rosebowl competition on Friday March 17^th and Stars of the Festival on Sunday March 19^th. Details of the music festival program and events are available on the website www.rotarymusicfestival.com

Membership Notice

Nothing this week.

Rotary Information:

Jenna Raimbault needs additional help on the Fundraising subcommittee for the Gala in April, please contact her at jenna.raimbault@gmail.com if you can help out.
The Centennial Celebration group is still looking for major sponsors, and for donations of timeshares or vacation packages that we can give away.

Rotary Presentations:

Past District Governor Sandy Mackay was pleased to present Honorary Rotarian Sig Kappler with another Paul Harris pin.

Upcoming Events:

It's all about the Music Festival, running from March 5^th thru March 19^th. Volunteer, attend, support, it is our premier community event!
Bingo on Wednesday, March 15^th. Gregg and Terry have a full team
For more Club activities, to keep up with events and stay in touch, check the Club website at: www.medicinehatrotary.com

Future Programs:

If you have any future program ideas, please e-mail Heather at heather.bach@ahs.ca.

Presentation on Health Foundation and Hospital Construction status

Posted by Dave Panabaker on Mar 13, 2017

Heather Bach, who is the Executive Director of the Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation did a presentation on the history of the Foundation and provided some timely updates on the status of construction on the new hospital expansion and some department relocation information.

The Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation advances the health of our community through innovation and enhancements to healthcare and services in Southeastern Alberta. The Health Foundation was established in 1996 to raise funds to support & enhance healthcare available residents of Medicine Hat and area. They handle all gifts for the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, including Community Health Care, Mental Health Services, Home Care, Recovery Center, Living Healthy and the brand new Lab Collection Site located on Carry Dr SE. The Health Foundation has given back approximate $13.4M to healthcare in the community since 1996, and last year received gifts totaling $789,000.

Heather also reviewed some of the upgrades to the operating theaters', to the teaching facilities and to the parking and access issues with the new hospital expansion. The new entrance to the hospital goes into service on Monday March 27^th. She also made a point of thanking all the volunteers around the hospital to work to make patients and visitors experiences better.

She answered a number of questions, including the point that the Tim Horton's is not moving! Thanks for the great presentation.

Club Meeting News

Posted by Dave Panabaker on Feb 13, 2017

Introduction of Guests

Although not strictly a guest, we were all pleased to welcome Honorary Rotarian Sig Kappler to the meeting.

Attendance Draw

Roger Roy was not in attendance today and therefore did not win a "free" meal.

Birthdays:

Shann Snedden March 17.

Anniversaries:

none this week

Weekly Draw:

Two winners of Rotary broaches, Margie Booyens and Herman Wahl.

Club 500:

A draw for $1,500 was won today by Elaine Wiedeman on a ticket sold by Dave Maclean.

Make Ups:

None announced, but with the Rotary Music Festival going on, there are lots of opportunities to serve.

Family of Rotary:

Dave Maclean recently fell in front of his home and broke his leg. He's currently at home resting (probably uncomfortably!).
All the club extends their prayers and sympathy to the Snedden family on their recent loss.

Minute People:

Dawn Barr reminded those in attendance that we are running low on club draw items, so please consider bringing in something (even something you have a home), or purchasing something while you are away or even donating (Dawn offered to go shopping for items, if members provide her with the funds).
Don Davis would love to see as many Rotarians as possible at the Rosebowl and the Stars of the Festival this coming weekend.
Chris Perret had tickets for the Rotary Celebration 2017 at the meeting and they are also available on the website, which is www.rotarycelebration2017.ca. Please sell your tickets and return them when sold, so an accurate count can be determined of attendance.
Joe Chacko encouraged those volunteering at the Festival to have their Rotary nametags, and take advantage of the performances that are going on at the different venues. Some great talent on display.