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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
 
President Mike Christie joined the ZOOM meeting right at noon, and we proceeded to talk about Club Communication.
 
Mike advised that he values timely and accurate communication, and was sorry for the bit of confusion that related to the site of today's meeting.  It was unavoidable, however the weekly meeting "reminder" that goes out was done early on Sunday and hopefully everyone had a chance to see it.
 
There were several comments about the "volume" of emails, there can be quite a few with Rotary and some idea's for using the upcoming enhancements to Clubrunner to do our notifications in a different way.
 
It was mentioned that both the club website and the Weekly News strive to have accurate information in them, so those are certainly locations for consultation.
 
 Alain Guerard spoke to the club about two issues.
He was interested to know if Rotary, as an organization, would be reacting to the impact of the recent tariff war between the USA and ourselves.  He believes it will have a significant impact on the level of need for support within our community.
 
We all agreed to watch for a Rotary reaction.
 
He also updated all of us on the shipments from our District to the Ukraine.  He advised that the costs to ship containers has been steadily rising and is now around $16,000 Cdn.  He was happy to report that our latest shipment of 10 dental surgery office equipment is ready to leave.  He also advised that Joe Hrankowski was instrumental in securing 10 ex RCMP vehicles which will be shipped by Firefighters for Ukraine.  They will be stuffed with bandages and medicines.
 
Rotary Club "What-z New":
  • A few more meeting helpers are required to run cameras and sound during our hybrid meetings. Anyone wishing to help should contact President Mike Christie 403 878 3311
Rotary Club Committee Membership Update:
  • Please continue to assist your 'team captains' (committee leads) and please also work in other areas of club activity, as you are able.
  • Please have a look on ClubRunner in the Committee section. You should find your name on one of the committee member lists, as per your choice(s). If not, please contact President Mike.
Rotary Club Information:
  • Housekeeping:
    • If you have a Meeting Minute, please phone, text or email the President and it will be included in the next Newsletter.
    • Board minutes can be found on ClubRunner, under Club Documents.

Rotary District 5360 and Rotary International News

MONARCH 1911 SOCIETY
 
As many Rotarians will know, our club in cooperation with the Saamis Rotary Club and the Friends of the Monarch Society have been working on restoring both the structure and the programming at the historic Monarch movie theatre on 2nd St SE.
 
Stan Sakamoto attended the recent Board meeting of the Society and advised that in 2024 a total of 34 events were held in the venue and more than 7,300 people attended.  A really good restart of the theatre.  As well, Stan mentioned that a conservation plan is being developed for approval by the historical authorities, and we are looking forward to more big things in 2025.
 
Our club will try to keep track of events on a the Monarch, to give members a heads-up that the opportunity to serve exists.  If you are interested, please let Rotarian Janessa Anderson (403-952-1907) know and she can provide details of available shifts and responsibilities. 
  • The movie "The Notebook", on February 14th at 7:00 pm
  • The movie "Shrek", on February 16th at 2:00 pm
Remember "the Monarch" is cash only...
 
Volunteering at a show is a great way to connect with the community and support the historic local landmark.
 
RI CONVENTION 2025 IN CALGARY: 21-25 JUNE
  • The RI Convention was last held in Calgary in 1996. It’s going to be back in Calgary again June 21 - 25, 2025.
  • If you are interested in volunteering, contact Host Organizing Committee secretary, Luanne Whitmarsh (l.whitmarsh@shaw.ca)
  • Club Convention Champions are playing a vital role in communication (both ways) between the District 5360 Host Convention Committee and their Club. Our Convention Club Champion is PDG Sandy MacKay.
  • Registration for the 2025 Rotary International Convention is open -  https://convention.rotary.org/en-us 
  • The convention website is http://www.rotarycalgary2025.org
Ideas for Future Programs
  • The Rotary Club's Program Committee members are Jillian Koch (jkoch@jmhca.com), Margie Booyens (margiebooyens@gmail.com),  Alain Guerard (aguerard@telus.net), Sharon Hayward (sharon.hayward@medicinehatymca.ca)
  • If you have ideas for future programs, please contact them.
News
Meeting News
GUESTS:  No guests today, as this was a business meeting.
 
ATTENDANCE:  A total of 17 club members joined the ZOOM business meeting today.
 
 
CLUB DRAW: No draw today.
 
Please remember to contribute gifts for the weekly draw. If you are somewhere interesting, a small gift to the club is an easy fundraiser!
 
Makeups: None were mentioned.
 
Birthdays:
    • Bruce Shepard        Feb 17th.
    • Margie Booyens     Feb 29th.
    Rotary Anniversaries:
    • Gregg Martin        34 years.   Feb 1, 1991.
    • Marg Mazerolle    33 years.   Feb 1, 1992.
    WEDDING ANNIVERSARY ROSE RUNNER FOR FEBRUARY 2025
    • Nadia Deenen
    Minute Reminders:
     
    ROTARY CLUB 1000 RAFFLE TICKETS
    Nadia Deenen and Anne Carrier spoke about the upcoming 2025 Rotary Club 1000 raffle.  Nadia is requesting that anyone who sells a ticket using the ZEFFY site, which facilitates the use of a credit card, PLEASE advise herself and Anne, so they can match tickets to incoming funds.  Rotarians who sell that way need to write out a ticket for those purchasers so that they are entered into the raffle.  Advising the organizing group will avoid duplicate entries.  The cooperation of everyone is truly appreciated and will make financial reporting on the raffle much simpler.
     
    DOOR MONITORING AND INFORMATION DESK AT MUSIC FESTIVAL
    Dave Panabaker advised that a sign up link had gone out to all club members, inviting people to sign up for duties at the 2025 Music Festival.  Delynne has used a new software program to do the signup, so don't forget to insert your name and email address so you get reminders.  The link is available at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DACA823A4F8C70-54772193-festival# 
     
    UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CORE
    Dave Panabaker advised that due to construction delays, the CORE kitchen is not yet ready and the stairlift has not been installed.  That has caused us to delay the trial period at CORE for a few weeks, and our downtown meetings will now be Monday February 24th, Monday March 3rd and Monday March 10th.  Next week, February 10th we will be back at the MH Lodge, in our regular spot.
     
    ROTARY CONVENTION INCENTIVE
    Club Treasurer Gail Halderman reminded members that due to the proximity of the convention to our club, our 2024-2025 budget includes a sum of money to be shared between those members who are attending the event.  By a show of hands it appeared that 7 or 8 members of those present are going, so please sign up and share in this thoughtful idea.
     
    LEARNING SESSION - DISTRICT GRANT REPORTING
    The District is holding an educational session for new members, and really all Rotarians, on District Grants.  It will be held on Wednesday evening, February 19th beginning at 7:00 pm.  This is NOT the qualification webinar that occurs every year, but is solely for education.  Registration is required, go to the following link on the District website.  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_f-xbs_qPQpWmxvkR_VN3DA#/registration 
     
    THE MONARCH THEATRE - OPERATING CAPITAL DEBENTURES
    Dave Panabaker advised that he had received a request from t he "Monarch 1911 Society" to introduce the concept of their operating debentures.  During this startup period of time, while expenditures exceed revenue, the.y are setting up a series of Operating Debentures and are looking for Rotarians to invest.  The debentures cost $5,000 and are flexible in the repayment methods.  The debentures pay a 5% interest rate and if you are interested in supporting the Monarch Theatre project, Dave can send you the document or you can contact Frank Devine at the Saamis Club for more info.
     
    THE NEXT "WHY ROTARY" EVENT
    Past President Bruce Shepard reminded members that the next introduction event to Rotary for potential members will be Wednesday, April 30th at the Grandstand Ballroom of the Stampede Grounds.  The event will begin at 5:00 pm, and a buffet supper will be served starting at around 5:30 pm.  The supper will increase the cost per person to $50.00 and tickets will be available soon.
     
    REAL HUMANITARIAN Learning event.
    International Development week is this week and members of the Real Humanitarian group will be speaking at the Medicine Hat College on THURSDAY, February 6th.  All Rotarians are invited.
     
    ROTARY DINNER CLUB
    Milan Vujovic advises everyone who has signed up for this year's dinner club that dinners can now be booked.  If you have a particular date in mind, it's best to get it to him (or his spouse Almira) so that date can be fit into the schedule.  Please phone and book your dinner as soon as you can.
     
    Family of Rotary
    • The club passes on its best wishes to Bernice Chesley, who is now moved into a one bedroom apartment in Calgary.  She would love to visit with Med Hat folks if they are in Calgary and her cell phone is 403-502-0650.
    • Please keep a Board Member informed about members health and/or any other changes, so that information can be provided to the club through the Weekly News.
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    Medicine Hat Lodge
    1051 Ross Glen Dr SE
    Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3T8
    Canada
    The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat has returned to meeting in person. Our first meeting of every month is a ZOOM business meeting. Check the club calendar, which is usually up to date for our meeting locations and program.
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    Upcoming Events
    Hybrid Club Business Meeting + Classification Talk
    ZOOM ONLY
    Feb. 03, 2025
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
     
    Club Meeting: Guest: Niki Gray on GRANTS
    MH Lodge, Kiwanis Room
    Feb. 10, 2025
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
     
    Rotary bingo - afternoon
    Top Hat Bingo
    Feb. 16, 2025
    11:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
     
    No Club Meeting
    Feb. 17, 2025
     
    Club Meeting: re-classification talk
    CORE Association
    Feb. 24, 2025
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
     
    Online Club Business Meeting
    CORE Association
    Mar. 03, 2025
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
     
    Rotary bingo - evening
    Top Hat Bingo
    Mar. 03, 2025
    5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
     
    Club Meeting: Visit to Saamis + Classific. Talk
    Saamis Immigration
    Mar. 17, 2025
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
     
    Rotary Bingo - evening
    Top Hat Bingo
    Mar. 28, 2025
    5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
     
    Monarch 1911 Society Board meeting
    Monarch Theatre
    Apr. 15, 2025
    7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
     
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