President Terry Partis started the meeting by apologizing for not turning up for last week's ZOOM meeting. He was maneuvering through the Kingston Locks, and needed to listen to the Lockmaster and not search out a WiFi signal
Terry began by reminding all of us of the value of the Rotary Learning Center, on "MyRotary". He provided a short video showing how Rotary impacted RI Director-elect Nicki Scott from the Rotary Club of North Cotswolds, England, and what she has done with that impact. There is some amazing stuff on the RI website and MyRotary..check it out
Terry also reminded everyone that those interested in applying for, or understanding the District Grant process need to set aside the morning of Saturday October 16th. The District Grant qualification webinar is that morning, from 9 am to noon. Register in advance at this link https://rotary5360.ca/event/grants-qualification-workshop One person from the club must attend to qualify us for grants next year.
On the "Move for Polio" front, Terry advised that our club is currently ranked 2nd in the District for contributions with a total of $3,475 donated. Several checks are heading into District to add to our total so he is hopeful that a much larger total will be posted prior to next week's meeting.
Rotary Club "What-z New":
As it is most likelyour hybrid meetings will continue in the future, a few more meeting helpers will be required to help run cameras and sound. We are all learning to adapt to this new reality. Any wishing to help should contact Mike Christie 403 878 3311.
At today's hybrid meeting, 13 Rotarians joined using Zoom.
Rotary Club Membership Update:
If you are interested in helping this working membership team, please contact Mike Christie.
Rotary Club Information:
Housekeeping:
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.
Gail Halderman mentioned that invoices for Club Dues (now $250) will be out this week.
Upcoming Club Program, Activities, and Meetings
Saturday, Sept 18 - Community Service Day at Prairie Gleaners...REGISTER IN ADVANCE.
Joe Hrankowski was the lucky draw winner of vanilla and coffee beans.
Birthdays:
Vujovic, Milan Sept 04
Bide, Dick Sept 05
Lipin, Edward Sept 06
Hrankowski, Joe Sept 15
Sakamoto, Stan Sept 30
Anniversaries:
Brand, Dieter 27 years Sept 01 1994.
Scott, Bernie 37 years Sept 01 1984.
Minute People:
Dave Panabaker thanked all those who worked the Rotary Bingo on Saturday afternoon. Terry Brekko was the lucky guess pot winner, and donated the proceeds to the club. The next bingo is Monday evening, September 27th.
Dave Panabaker also advised that the next Rotary Learning Committee offering is an exploration of the new partnership between Rotary and Toastmasters. Register at the District website, the link is https://rotary5360.ca/event/september-club-learning-webinar
Dave also advised that the AGLC licence for the 2022 Club 1000 raffle has been applied for, it is expected by the end of September and hopefully tickets will be ready for distribution by Thanksgiving.
Bruce Shepard advised on Wednesday Sept 15th, the Archeological Society is having a presentation by Prof McDonald of the University of Montana. His topic is the Obsidian Cliffs of Yellowstone Park. Contact Bruce if you wish a copy of the Zoom link.
Mike Christie advised of some changes in the leadership of the Community Service Committee, as well as reminded everyone there are more places on the club board available if someone has a leadership interest.
Mike Christie's second minute was to advise the club that the application for a District Grant for 2021-2022, in support of the Sanare Center, the local Child Advocacy Center, has been approved.
Kitt Brand advised that the Tenderfoot School Report to the District Grant Committee has been accepted and another project at the school may be a year or two away.
Dan Kammer reminded everyone that the club will be going to Prairie Gleaners on Saturday morning, Sept 18. It is essential that you register ahead of time to participate, so watch for the signup email.
Doug Fleming has club centennial history books for sale, for $20.00 each. at the back of the room.
Margie Booyens reminded everyone that the Tri-Club Happy Hour Social will be Friday September 24, 2021, from 5 pm - 6pm at the Medicine Hat Brewing Company. A voluntary donation will go toward our clubs "Move for Polio" contributions.
Family of Rotary: (PLEASE KEEP ADOLF INFORMED ABOUT MEMBERS SO THAT INFORMATION CAN BE PASSED ON TO ALL IN THE WEEKLY NEWS).
The club was delighted to see Jillian Koch at the meeting today, and presented her with a congratulatory card on her wedding this past weekend.
Everyone was also happy to hear that Roger Roy will be a grandpa in March of 2022.
