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- Weekly Publication -
Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Jim Nash opened the meeting on the first day of Back to School.

Visitors and Guests:

Doug Goldsmith husband of Linda

Birthdays and Anniversaries:

Jim Steele and Sheila Bateman who were both away today.

Happy Bucks:

John Lawrence enjoyed a weekend as a tourist in Toronto. Lorna and John also celebrated their 41^st anniversary.

Greg and Christine Davenport are happy to announce they have a baby boy on June 12^th, Trent Lucas. They also celebrated a 10^th anniversary on a Mediterranean cruise.

Jim Nash dropped a dollar in just because it's the end of summer

50/50 Draw:

Doug Goldsmith was asked to select a ticket and Greg Davenport was the lucky winner. The pot is growing! $28.50. Greg Davenport pulled a 10 for $10.

He noted that can’t even buy a box of diapers!

Club Business:

James McNeil has submitted his resignation due to family commitments.

Jim Nash thanked all those who attended the funeral for Max Howell and the show of support for Ruth and the family.

Paul Roy brought discussions forward regarding the weeds that have taken over the perennial gardens along the river. The club discussed various ways to bring the gardens back in shape.

Linda Goldsmith received an email from Jorge Barra from Peru. He has decided that he will not be coming to Canada. He has joined the marines in Peru.

We will not have a Rotary exchange student this year.

Jim Nash reminded everyone to sell the tickets for the Ultimate Sportsman’s weekend. (Information is posted on the web page under "fund raising".

Guest Speaker - Steve Sadler - Polio & Corrective Surgery in India

The club had an opportunity to view the video made and narrated by Steve Sadler. The video highlighted the Rotarian’s trip to India in November 2007. The purpose of the trip was to observe Corrective Surgery help at the Limb Centre in Dhanbad, India. The centre is supported through Rotary matching grants through the foundation.

This is the third video Steve has made and shared with the group on the Rotary trips to India.

Jim Nash thanked Steve for his presentation and dedication to making a difference in the lives of others.

BINGO:

As all members are aware, BINGO's are one of our best fund raisers and we need members to help out. The fellowship is a wonderful added bonus. Please do your part to help by volunteering yourself during one or more of the following time frames.

SEPTEMBER 28 - (Sunday 9:30 and 10:30PM)

OCTOBER 11 - (Saturday 3:30PM)

NOVEMBER 2 - (Sunday 3:30PM)

DECEMBER 11 - (Thursday 6:00 and 7:00PM)

You need to be there one hour and fifteen minutes before the start time. Remember you are awarded 3 make-ups for a regular bingo.

Contact Jackie Bray at 354-0356 or email jacalyn.bray@rbc.com

Upcoming Speakers:

September 9 - Tom Kerr - Early History of the Thames

September 16- Kim Bossy Hosting a Rotary Exchange Student

September 23^- Club Assembly

Dates to Remember:

October 25, 2008 - District Membership Seminar

November 13, 2008 - Foundation Gala (TBA)

March 19, 20, 21, 2009 - PETS (President Elect &Nominee Training)

March 2009 - Outbound GSE Team – District 9630

Queensland, Australia (TBA)

Mid April 2009 - Incoming SGE Team from District 9630

Queensland, Australia

May 1, 2 & 3, 2009 - 2009 District Conference, Frankenmuth,

Michigan, Accommodations are at the

Family friendly Splash Village & Food provided by Zenders

June 21-24, 2009 - 100^th Rotary International Convention

Birmingham, England

Webpage By: Brian Sadler - Minutes By: Linda Goldsmith - Photos and Comp By: Steve Sadler