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Meeting Information
President Meeting Remarks:
 
President Margie welcomed everyone to this special meeting, with a new member induction and two guest speakers.  Both our current District Governor, Christine Rendell and our incoming DG, Mary Turner were with us, at this Zoom meeting.
 Margie spoke about June being a "Rotary Fellowships" month.  On that topic, Margie encouraged Rotarians to read the June issue of THE ROTARIAN" magaine. particularly on page 60.  That contains information on Rotary Fellowships, these are international groups of Rotarians, family members, alumni, who share a common interest.
 
Everything from 4x4 vehicles to fishing, curling to cycling, golf to gourmet cooking..these Fellowship Groups offer a wonderful opportunity to make friends, explore a hobby or profession and enhance your Rotary experience.
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PLEASE KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOUR FELLOW ROTARIANS, ESPECIALLY IF SOMEONE NEEDS ASSISTANCE.  ALSO, IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION TO SHARE WITH THE CLUB, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH PRESIDENT MARGIE B.,  OR NEWSLETTER EDITOR DAVE P.  AND WE'LL MAKE SURE IT GETS COMMUNICATED.
 
Rotary Club - "What we can do"
  • The City of Medicine Hat website has a relatively complete list of local issues....check this out as well.
 
  • District 5360 has provided a single website to provide up to date information on other club meetings, on activities around the District and some links to Covid-19 sources as well.
 
Rotary Club "What-z New":
  • Plans are evolving for the return of both Bingo and Casino events.  Watch the club calendar and upcoming Newsletter for volunteer opportunities.
  • Discussions are ongoing to decide a return to "in person" meetings, the Board is waiting for cost estimates and logistics from the MH Lodge.
  • The club is encouraging support of the 10 soup kitchens that the Club Rotario Bahía de Jaltemba La Peñita.  Because of the Covid crisis, a lack of funding and many more needs for support are making this very tough in this area.  This is the club that Rotarian Roger Roy supports while he is in Mexico.  Please consider donating the "lunch money" you would have spent in June to support this very worthy cause.  Treasurer Gail Halderman will be sending out more information right away.
     
Rotary Club Membership Update:
  • A new member introduction today, see the story below.
Rotary Club Information:
  • Housekeeping:
    • Please collect club draw items.  It is an important part of our meeting and the funds generated help to run the club.
    • If you have a Meeting Minute, please phone or email the Newsletter and we'll include it.
    • Board minutes can be found on ClubRunner, under Club Documents.
Upcoming Club Program, Activities, and Meetings
  • VIRTUAL MEETINGS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
  • First Bingo will be Thursday evening, July 2 from 5:00 to 10:00 pm (invitations coming out on Wed evening)
  • Planning for a "meeting in Rotary Park" on Monday July 20th.
Upcoming Rotary District and International Events:
  • Mark this date in your calendars, the 2021 Rotary District Conference is May 14 - 16, 2021 in Drumheller, AB.

Future Programs:
  • The Rotary Club's Program Coordinator is Jillian Koch.  If you have future program ideas, please email Jillian at jkoch@jmhca.com
Stories
A Pair of District Governors
The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat welcomed both our current District 5360 Governor, Christine Rendell and the incoming District Governor, Mary Turner.  Both ladies were introduced by Dave Panabaker, outgoing AG for this area, who welcomed them to the meeting and provided a little background.
DG Christine spoke about this year of "firsts", not the least of which was the meeting of clubs, boards, RI and many others remotely.  It is great to see how many clubs and Rotarians have taken on the challenge of adapting and learning this new technology, some of which wouldn't have happened without the external stress of the pandemic.  Christine talked about her roll, the changes since the lockdown and how Rotary is dealing with it.  She spoke about the District Learning and Development workshops that have really made use of remote technology, making many opportunities available to all Rotarians.
Incoming DG Mary Turner spoke about how the travel changes have affected her, and that very soon the District level "impact of Covid" survey (with individual club statistics as well) will be available.  Mary also spoke about the volunteer connector project, putting needs and available volunteers together, the "people of action" partnership with Toastmasters to assist in training and her plans for her year.
 
DGE Mary will hold her convention in Drumheller, AB on May 14 thru 16, 2021 and has great hope that it will go ahead as a face to face meeting.  She will be holding virtual DG visits through the summer and fall and spoke about working with incoming President Mark of our club on the logistics of the new Rotary year.
 
Both ladies were thanked by President Margie, and the club was very grateful for their presence today.
Induction Ceremony for Impa Hiriyanna
The Rotary Club was delighted to welcome Impa Hiriyanna to the club today.  District Governor Christine Rendell was present today and did the welcome to Rotary.
Impa was introduced by her sponsor Milan Vujovic.   Impa has experience in the "non-profit" sector, and was inducted over her phone while she traveled to a meeting she had at 1:00pm.  Impa spoke about the profile of Rotary in the community and how several of her friends were members of the club.  She will be more active and available as the Covid crisis abates, and she is a creative person with many hobbies.  She is also a Mom, which is her top priority during this lockdown.
 
Impa was welcomed to the club by President Margie and given a "virtual" hug and applause from those members present.  We look forward to learning more about her in the weeks and months ahead.
News
Meeting News
Guests:
  • District Governor, Christine Rendell of the Rotary Club of Calgary East.
  • District Governor Elect, Mary Turner of the Rotary Club of Olds.
  • Keith Walker, Rotary Club of Sunrise Medicine Hat, the incoming Assistant Governor for this area.
  • Impa Hiriyanna, our new member inductee.
Minute People:
  • Dave Panabaker reminded Rotarians that Theresa Eisenbarth is still working on the Interact Garage Sale.  As per the email sent to the whole club, Theresa will be at the Sea-Can is located behind the Bingo Hall on Industrial Ave on Thursday June 25th from 5:30 to 6:00 pm.  Please show up and the stuff will be stored until the Garage Sale.  All the proceeds will be given to the Interact Club."
  • If you are interested in receiving an electronic version of "The Rotarian" please log onto MyRotary and follow this link.  There is a form to fill out, so you can save postage and trees.  You will need the information off the mailing label of your current copy of the Rotarian.  The link is https://my.rotary.org/en/node/18361  
  • Our current partner in International Service, the Rotary Club of Capital City's, Sri Lanka has invited members of the Rotary Club to attend their Installation and Changeover Ceremony, on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 7:30 pm (Sri Lanka time).  If you have been part of the "Smiles for Seniors, Denture project" it might be nice to log in....Invitation is below.

  • Bill Cooper, of the MH Sunrise Rotary Club wanted to pass on the news that their club draw for a pair of e-bikes is now sold out and they have advanced the draw date.  The new draw date is Wednesday, July 1st, 2020 at Cyclepath, 2010 Strachan Road SE.  He wanted to express his thanks for our generous support of this raffle and Sunrise really appreciated it.
  • If you have photos or a story to include in the Weekly News, please submit it to Dave P and we'll try to publish it.
Birthdays: June
  • Dave Maclean          June 26.
Club Anniversaries: The month of June.
  • Rod Dal Collo             1 year           June 24, 2019.
  • Melanie Harty            10 years        June 30, 2010.
  • Adolf Seiler                44 years        June 30, 1976.
Makeups:
  • No attendance being recorded during the pandemic period!
Family of Rotary: (PLEASE KEEP ADOLF INFORMED ABOUT MEMBERS SO THAT INFORMATION CAN BE PASSED ON TO ALL IN THE WEEKLY NEWS).
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with Rotarians Glen Presley, Gerry Nadeau and Doug Thorson as they undergo medical treatment.
  • The club was delighted to learn that Gregg Martin has been given a clean bill of health, after his recent surgery.  His pathology has confirmed a benign tumor and he is as "normal" as he ever was.(his words!!)
 
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Medicine Hat
We meet Mondays at 11:45 AM
Medicine Hat College - soon
299 College Drive SE
Medicine Hat, AB
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Upcoming Events
CANCELLED - Rotary evening bingo
Top Hat Bingo
Jun 27, 2020
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
 
Virtual - Club Changeover Meeting
Zoom meeting
Jun 29, 2020
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Rotary evening bingo
Top Hat Bingo
Jul 02, 2020
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
 
Rotary evening bingo
Top Hat Bingo
Jul 27, 2020
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
 
Rotary Casino - Day 1
Copper Creek Casino
Aug 20, 2020
2:00 PM – 11:50 PM
 
Rotary Casino - Day 2
Copper Creek Casino
Aug 21, 2020 2:00 PM –
Aug 22, 2020 2:00 AM
 
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