| Posted by Lorna Penman on May 20, 2012
"Pennies from Heaven"
OK, THIS MAY NOT BE AN ORIGINAL IDEA BUT WE HAVE AGREED TO SAVE UP OUR PENNIES AS A FUNDRAISER.
NOW LET'S GET TO IT.
ASK FRIENDS, FAMILY, NEIGHBOURS ANYONE WHO IS IN YOUR ORBIT.YOU MAY BRING YOUR PENNIES TO YOUR SECRETARY WHO WILL SAVE THEM IN HER "VAULT"...PREFERABLY WRAPPED, HOWEVER WE WILL TAKE THEM ANY WAY THAT WE ARE GIVEN THEM....
THIS IS NOT A DIFFICULT THING TO DO...... IT IS A NO - BRAINER AND WITH NO EFFORT .
LETS GO FOR THE MILLION PENNIES!Andrew MacLauchlan receiving his cheque (from a "I no See" but nonetheless happy president) as our contribution to support him in The International Scholar Laureate Programme at the Conference in Beijing.
The Secretary making sure that absolutely everyone is aware of what went on at the RI convention.
( An aside..... She will be unavailable for the next few weeks as she is going to seek plastic surgery !!!!!!!!)
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on May 13, 2012
Marcel Gave his presentation this week to an enthralled audience.
His witty, informative talk gave his listeners a great insight into his home in Switzerland and also his fun year here in Canada.
We will miss you Marcel with your twinkling eyes and impish Smile
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on May 01, 2012
Our exchange Student Juliette Duflo gave her presentation on her home in France as well as giving us an inkling of what she has been up to in the past year.
She admits to arriving here 8 months ago with a very limited vocabulary "Hello my name is Juliette" to giving us today's presentation in almost flawless English with the most beautiful French accent.
Her talk was both funny and heartwarming.
Juliette YOU are AWESOME.
 
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Apr 26, 2012
Don Sheldrick and his wife attended last week"s lunch and gave a heartwarming presentation to the club on the Wells of Haiti.
He is seen here receiving his Polio Eradication Certificate from Cliff Brown.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Apr 18, 2012
It was a beautiful evening at The Benchmark Restaurant at Niagara College. The Food, service , members and guests made it a truly memorable evening.
Cliff Brown did a fabulous job in "roasting" Howie who in turn gave a great acceptance speech. A truly worthy recipient of a Club Paul Harris Award.
Don McDonald introduced John Wiens and I was overwhelmed at his numerous accomplishments in community service over the years. John accepted the award in a very gracious speech. What a well deserving person to receive a community award.
Congratulations to both and also a big thank you to Ursula for organizing such a classy evening.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Apr 07, 2012
The Niagara on the Lake club hosted this year's Rotary Clubs of Niagara Annual Joint Lunch on Tuesday.
The Fife and Drum Corp from Fort George was the welcoming committee which set the tone to this year's 1812 theme.
The Guests listened to local historian and author Ron Dale who informed us of the important events leading up tho the war of 1812.
The sole American present was our district governor John Heisse who was of course outnumbered , however he took it well and was allowed to leave unharmed. |
| Posted by Lorna Penman on Mar 29, 2012
Danny Lamb one of our former outbound exchange students gave us a presentation of his recent trip to Uganda as well as an insight into his life living with Hydrocephalus.
This delightful young man was born with the birth defect Hydrocephalus and due to modern medical techniques as well as the insertion of a shunt is living a fulfilling life.
As he puts it, he realises how he "dodged a bullet' as many children born with this defect also have a mylomeningocele , a neural defect of the spinal cord which usually leads to paralysis of the lower limb.
Danny is now an ambassador for this cause and his recent trip to Africa to a Convention gave him further insight into the problems and what is being done for these children worldwide.
Danny is now a 4th year student at Brock university studying music.
We wish Danny all the best for his future and good luck with his band.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Mar 10, 2012
Niagara On the Lake Rotary Club is hosting this Year's Inter-club Lunch meeting with the four St Catharine's Rotary Clubs.
April 3rd 2012 11:30am - 1:30pm
Hilton Garden Inn Glendale $26.00 per person Includes Tax and Gratuities Salad, Entree, Desert, Coffee or Tea. Cash Bar.
This Years' Speaker is Historian / Author Ron Dale on the 1812 Bicentennial.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Mar 17, 2012
Tana gave the club a heartwarming presentation about SOS Children's Villages Worldwide.
This amazing young woman has been biking across Canada for 2 years to bring awareness to these villages which provide long term family based care to orphans around the world. She asked us to try and spread the word to families and friends.
Tana left us with a lasting impression of " This mad Englishwoman who jumped up and down in front of us to gain our attention. "...and she did just that!
You can get more information about Tana's journey at tanasilverlandwordpress.com
and soschildrensvillages.ca
Please think about giving to this fabulous organization.
Thank you Tana.
You may not heard the last of us just yet!
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Mar 06, 2012
Stephanie, with her bubbly personality gave us a great classification speech about her short but rewarding career as a Veterinarian.
Stephanie was introduced to Rotary at an early age and participated in RYLA .
She entertained us with stories of her time spent in the Vet Programme in the Cotswold's in England when she was on first name terms with The Duchess of Cornwall's dog.
She is an avid horseback rider as well as a dab hand at dry-walling.
Please contact Stephanie if you wish her to renovate or build as attested by the pictures she showed us. She along with her Father and partner appear to be very good at it.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Feb 21, 2012
Matt Bedrosian gave us a timely informative talk about RRSP's ,TFSA's and debt reduction.
However Matt did not answer my question......
Is it better to buy a Louis Vuitton purse or a pair of Manolo Blahnik shoes as a tax deduction?.
Answer please.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Feb 21, 2012
Our 2 students Juliet and Marcel along with our outbound student Jen McPherson gave a great presentation on their team building trip to Algonquin.
Juliet's slide show gave us an insight into what looked like a great week-end.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Feb 15, 2012
Valentine's Day saw a great turnout of spouses to join us in a special "Thank You" lunch for all those who made this Year's Christmas Choral such an overwhelming success.
This year the recipients were:
Community -
Youth Unlimited:- an organization in St Catharines who provide, among other things, a drop in centre designed for teenagers ages 12-19 and a Young Child Programme for young mothers who wish to continue their high school education.
Pathstone Foundation , Rotary House:- their Mission is to improve the quality of lives for children / teens and their families. They have 9 places in their newly renovated house for children and teens with mental and developmental issues.
International -
Sleeping Children Around the World.- An organization which provides bed kits to poor children in underdeveloped countries. Our donation will provide 18 kits to children in the Philippines.
Adrie's House of Hope:- An orphanage in South Africa which cares for children abandoned by the devastating effects of AIDS . This donation will help with the purchase of more equipment.
Grey Cavanagh and Dave Dryden receiving their cheque on behalf of Sleeping Children around the World.
Ruth deLaat receiving the cheque on behalf of Adrie's House of Hope.
Ernie Reimer receiving the cheque on behalf of Youth Unlimited, St Catharines.
Chris Blake receiving the cheque on behalf of Pathstone Foundation.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Feb 11, 2012
Our American Boy, Adam Martens gave his classification speech last Tuesday
"You too could work in Theatre if you have a thought to do so", he told us.......... just as he decided to do at 19 and then proceeded to do just that.
He gave us an insight into his various work experiences in the Arts in Florida and especially in his fundraiser role.
I'm sorry Adam but since you shared with us the information that you raised 4.2 million dollars in six months in your last Theatre in Florida we rather expect you to maybe raise one "measly" million for us next year.
Thank You in advance Adam.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Feb 04, 2012
Last week's speaker Paul Gordon, a member of Hamilton Downtown Rotary Club gave a great presentation on Camp Quality, a camp for kids and teens living with Cancer. This camp gives a fabulous opportunity to these children to participtae in an outdoor camp away from the confines of their hospital environment. It sounded great fun. The children have 1 on 1 support while at camp and volunteers for these children are always needed. If you know someone over the age of 18 who likes to " play, eat and sleep" and loves children maybe they would like to volunteer for 1 week in the summer. For more information on Camp Quality go to www.campquality.com 
Paul Gordon receiving his Eradication of Polio certificate from Bill Charnetski |
| Posted by Lorna Penman on Feb 04, 2012
Marcel and Juliette giving their week's presentation. What you lost there Juliette? 
Its always a pleasure to hear what they've been up to . 
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jan 27, 2012
We are pleased to welcome Martin Quick into our club, our tallest member. (Sorry John!)
Martin comes to us from The Sonora 49ers in California and will be a great asset to our club. 
He was pinned by David Fowler.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jan 19, 2012
It was at a very well attended lunch meeting that the club thanked all those decorators, homeowners and helpers who made this years Holiday House Tour such a sucess. Without them of course this popular Niagara on the Lake event could not take place. We hope to see most of you again next year. A Great Big Thank You.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jan 19, 2012
It was with the greatest of pleasure that President Ward Simpson received a cheque for almost $2000 from Laurie Richardson , Peller Estates . This was collected from their Silent Auction on behalf of our Holiday House Tour. We thank the Staff at Peller Estates and assure them that the money will be put to great use, 
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jan 19, 2012
Terry Recieving his Paul Harris pin plus one.
Congratulations Terry.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jan 13, 2012
The 2011 Holiday House Tour Ticket Prizes were drawn on Tuesday by our two exchange students. First Prize: "Tea for Two" at the Prince Of Wales and 2 Tickets to the Shaw Theatre, was won by Jennifer Olsen of Niagara-On the-Lake. Second Prize: a $75 gift certificate from Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club and Green Fees for 4, was won by Donna Froese of Niagara Falls.
Third Prize: 2, $50 Certificates from RIverbend Inn, Niagara on the Lake was won by Jen Raymond of Ancaster. Fourth Prize: 2 tickets for the Whirlpool Jet Boat was won by Gail Campbell, of Niagara -on-the-Lake.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jan 13, 2012
Arn Westlake gave the club an interesting and entertaining Classification speech at our last meeting. Arn has been a Rotarian since 1976, first in Thunder Bay then moving to Niagara on the Lake. He joined our Club briefly in 2002 but for personal reasons had to take a leave of absence, returning last year. We most certainly will be tapping on Arn's wealth of experience and making good use of his many talents. Thank you Arn
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Dec 10, 2011
Pictures speak louder than words.
Santa (Does any one know this man?)
Prince Charming with his 2 beautiful princesses, 2 Grand Scottish Dames and 2 lively elves. And last, but not least a cold, cold judge.
       
 A fabulous Day!
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Nov 20, 2011
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Dec 01, 2011
It was almost "standing room only" at The irish Harp when the club welcomed District Governor John Heise for his official visit. He met with board members prior to the lunch meeting, when they were able to update him of their committee's various projects and events of the past year. Governor John had the pleasure of inducting our newest member Veterinarian Dr Stephanie Hall into the club and then gave a short encouraging speech . 
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Oct 21, 2011
The Rotary Club of Niagara-on-the Lake invites you to join us for the 13th Annual Holiday House Tour on December 2nd and 3rd. We have 6 fabulous houses to tour with the additional venues at Riverbrink Fine Art Gallery, McFarlane House, The Pumphouse Visual Art Centre and the Niagara Historical Museum. A lunch break can be taken at St Mark's Church, Peller Estates Winery or Niagara on the Lake Golf Club. Tickets are $25 Cad, $25 US. These can be used both Friday and Saturday. There is a direct link to the website: Click on "Ticket Sales" at the top of the home page and you will be directed to the site, which will enable you to purchase tickets. OR : Phone 905 351 3807. Chamber of Commerce on line: www.niagaraonthelake.com
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Nov 11, 2011
George Howse. It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our friend George Howse
George was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 124. He taught for many years at Princess Margaret School in Niagara Falls. During his career he served on the Niagara District School Board for 3 terms. George also served on Niagara-on- the-Lake Town Council for 2 terms, was a serving member of the Order of St. John and was a founding member of the Niagara- on-the-Lake Rotary Club.
"All Rotarians will miss George. He was a founding member of our club, respected teacher respected veteran who will be fondly remembered on Remembrance Day.
George is now at peace..............."Quiet Please" Ward Simpson, President
There will be a Visitation at Morgan's on Sunday 2-4 p.m. and Monday 7-9 p.m.
The Funeral will be held at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Simcoe Street, Tuesday at 11 a.m.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Nov 11, 2011
Grace Bannerman being presented with a Polio Now certificate after giving a lovely talk on her experiences at Vimy Ridge last year. H.er parents must be very proud.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Nov 03, 2011
The Rotary Club Of Niagara-on-the-lake Requests students age 15 - 18 to apply for Youth Exchange Cultural Programme for the academic year September 2012 to June 2013. Host Families are arranged. Choose from 19 countries. One page application (deadline Nov 6) Send to rotarygloria@sympatico.ca Youth Exchange Officer. More info at www.rotaryye7090.org
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Nov 04, 2011
Franco and his team, Joan and Vinay , informed us all on the workings of The Foundation, what goes where and to whom. Please remember and give to the Foundation this year.
Thankyou , Franco, Joan and Vinay.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman
Members of the Niagara on The Lake Rotary Club showing their agility running around the track at the community centre in aid of "End Polio Now ' At the last tally we had made over $2000 in pledges. Patrick McNeill is the star with over $500 collected. Way to go Patrick. .....Feel free to make an appointment for a 1 hour free consultation at Quartek!
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Oct 19, 2011
 In honor of World Polio Week, which starts on 24 October, the Rotary Club of Niagara-onthe-Lake is holding a “WALK TO END POLIO NOW” campaign at Niagara-on the-Lake’s new Community Centre,as part of Rotary’s 26-year mission to eradicate the crippling childhood disease polio. Members ofthe public are invited to donate to the campaign at the Walking Track or the lobby throughout the week, and / or they can sponsor members of the Niagara-on-the-LakeRotary Club who will be walking the track at lunchtime on Tuesday, 25thOctober. For further information on Polio week do to downloads.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Oct 12, 2011
It was with great pleasure that our club hosted the Brazilian Group Study Exchange at a social evening with friends and spouses. A more charming group of young professionals would be very hard to imagine; they included , 2 lawyers, 2 businessmen and a teacher from Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil.
Alex, Alessandra, Claudio, Gustavo and Larrissa enthralled us with a wonderful informative and entertaining presentation of their beautiful country, with insights into culture, industry, agriculture and culinary delights, as well as introducing their family, friends and even their pets to us. My tickets are now bought for my trip to Brazil! A huge thank you to the group and Good luck.      
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Oct 11, 2011
 Steffanie Bjorgan unveiled the new Donor Tree at the RedRoof Retreat on a beautiful sunny afternoon Tuesday. The event was attended by many of the RedRoof’s faithful and generous supporters who enjoyed finger foods and fine wineswhile listening to Frank Krahn on the keyboard. Of the many groups and individuals recognized for theircontributions, four students from Ridley College received special mention fromSteffanie. They had selected the RedRoof Retreat as a school research project which they presented in their school,and later on, in a Toronto competition, took top honours, winning$5000.00. The boys generously donatedtheir prize to the Red Roof Retreat. Well done! Our club’s donations and on-going support were recognized onthe tree’s trunk and as an apple. Representing our Club were President Ward Simpson, Ruth deLaat, BarryKavanagh and Don MacDonald. |
| Posted by Lorna Penman on Sep 20, 2011
The October 11th luncheon meeting will be switched to a supper meeting in the Ward Simpson Meeting Room, the Community Centre to welcome the Brazilians and listen to their presentation.
Spouses are invited to this meeting.
Tickets are $20 pp. which includes wine.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Sep 14, 2011
We always give a warm welcome to Steffanie Bjorgan who this week gave us an overview of Red RoofRetreat, the child, teen and now a young adult day care facility forthose with special needs.
Sheinformed us that most of the fundraising goes towards week-end respiteand the new adult Day Programme that now gobbles up cash and will probably only run for a limited period .
Stephanie also entertained us with herschool 'marm' interpretaion of answering skill testing questions and gave out valuable prizes for correct answers!
Weparticularly enjoyed the video presentation produced by Canadian Tirewhile they were involved in creating paths throughout the Red RoofProperty and I for one just loved the song "A Place Called Love" byJohhny Read which just said everything that is Red Roof Retreat.
Ruth gave Steffanie a great thank you and she will recieve a certificate towards the eradication of Polio.
Thanks Steffanie for all you do.
FYI
The New STARBUCKS will become part of our neighbourhood on September 26th where donations for Red Roof Retreat will be accepted.
And
The 2011 Gala Party
Saturday October 22 2011,
The Banquet Hall of the New Community Centre
Tickets $49
includes gourmet treats plates courtesy of Stone Road Grille.
Dancing to Jackie Lane & his swingin' 17 piece Big Band
& International recording star June Gerber.
Bar open 7.00pm. Dancing from 7:30
In aid of Red Roof Retreat
Tickets 905 468 8232
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Sep 07, 2011
The club enjoyed a presentation from Lynn Ogryzlo food, wine and travel writer. Lynn was instrumental in establishing the Niagara Culinary Trail and she also gave us an insight into the publishing of her 2 cookbooks Niagara Cooks and The Ontario Table both of which are bestsellers. Remember the Motto, Buy local when possible. Thanks Lynn.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Sep 05, 2011
The Club gave a cheque of $500 to "The Two Barb's' from Buffalo Sunrise club for their Water and Sanitation Project in Tanzania.
We also received a plaque in recognition of our participation. The first 2 phases of this programme, digging and installing the wells have now been completed and it will move into the third phase, establishing education once more funds are available.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman
Travis Cairn's 4 year old daughter Katie was being taught the value of money after being given the huge sum of $10 by her great grandmother.
She was asked to put $1 in her piggy bank, $1 to do something "good" and she could spend the remainder on whatever. Piggy bank - no problem. Spending $8 - no problem , but good works? What does a 4 year old know. Well it happens a lot! She thought long and hard, then asked her dad about " that place he went to help out." Our "Happy dollars" this week has a very special loonie from Katie Cairns.......Thank you Katie.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman
This years Exchanged students have arrived and are presently in their host homes.
Marcel Lauerer (Switzerland) hosted by The Bjorgen's
Juliette Duflo (France) hosted by The Simpson's
They will have their debut at the September 13th Lunch meeting.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Aug 26, 2011
TRIBUTE TO Dr. KEN GOODWIN - ROTARY 7090 DISTRICT, GIFT OF LIFE
John Rydzic, a representative from Rotary Club International's Gift of Life gave the members a wonderful presentation, sharing some of the highlights of Ken's many years of involvement in the Gift Of Life .
He told us that Ken had the radical idea that he believed children's surgery be performed in their own country where they had family support and familiar surroundings. This led to a medical team being formed and taken to Guatemala City where they now have performed 30 successful heart surgeries over the years.
Ken was involved in many projects subsequently but his most important legacy was his personal "hands on" involvement with all the children and parents coming to Toronto for surgery. John Rydzic presented a plaque to Ken's widow, Nicole. Pictured on the plaque is Vennia del Carmen the last child he helped through The Gift of Life.
A cheque for $1600 was presented to John Rydzic which were donations given by individuals and friends of Niagara on the Lake Rotary Club in a tribute to Dr Ken Goodwin's work and the 33 children he helped to save. Look to The Niagara Advance this coming week for a story on Dr Ken Goodwin and the Gift of Life.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Aug 20, 2011
G'day Mate
Owen did his presentation to the club in almost Auzzie attire with a wonderful acquired Auzzie accent.
His enthusiastic, informative, detailed presentation made one want to book a flight out right away.
He certainly was an ambassador for our club, speaking highly of Rotary and the benefits of our Students Exchange Program. He is a fine young man and a fabulous storyteller, he will go far...and how farther can that be!
He also is an ambassador for Canada as his family is apparently having a few guests this Christmas and ongoing throughout the year.
Thanks Owen.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Aug 11, 2011
The Club had a wonderful presentation from a very chic returning exchange student Carly Cumpson. She was accompanied by a large contingent of family and Friends. Carly was staying near Lille , France for the past year and her great slideshow was full of her many European trips and pictures of a huge number of friendships made along the way. We were all very jealous! We wish her all the very best in the start of her college at Ryerson.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman
We willbe promoting Passion at the Peach festival. Saturday August 13 on Queen St. Ourbooth will be across the road from the post office. This year we will have atent and table to tell the Passion story. Also on duty will be Tianna H oursinger this year. Tianna will be accompanied by her music director on keyboard. The festival runs from 10-4pm. Our President (Wardie) will be interviewed on CHCHTV. For more information visit the Passion website niagarapassion.com
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jul 28, 2011
It was yet another beautiful summer's evening for the Rotary Soiree held in Joan and Dick Coyne's garden (not yard!)
Their garden was spectacular, however I believe that Ursula spotted a blade of grass that was not lying in the right direction but Joan soon put that to rights.
We had a great selection of really delicious food with nary a pot in sight. I think you all finally got it!
There was a great turnout of members , partners and guests and we were especially happy to have Nicole share the evening with us.
A huge thanks go to Joan for hosting this event and for all the hard work she put in.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman
Is there anything more heartwarming for a family to see a place overflowing with love?
Ken's "Celebration of Life" was a beautiful service filled with music, readings , poetry and family memories. His family gave a lovely insight into his personal life and Nadja Lapere gave details of his many communityand international involvements through Rotary and elsewhere and ended with a lovely ovation ....... "Toknow Ken is to love Ken. To respect hisdedication, his heartfelt friendship and his willingness to "lend a hand" tothose in need. He was a truehumanitarian and we are all RICHER for knowing Dr. Kenneth Goodwin. Shown here today, by the sheer numbers, KenGoodwin has touched all of our lives. We will be forever grateful to have knownhim and proud to have called him friend !"
I believe this says it all
Adieu Ken.
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jul 24, 2011
It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of Dr Ken Goodwin. Ken was a long time Rotarian, a very regular attendee, most of the time riding his bike. He was a special person, quiet and unassuming but dedicated to the welfare of others and the environment. Ken was a great advocate of the local hospice palliative care, Amnesty International and of course his main focus in Rotary was "The Gift of Life". He was the chairman of the local district 7090 committee of this group. He will be greatly missed by us all. There will be a service to celebrate the life of Dr. Ken Goodwin on Tues at 2pm in the Morgam Funeral Home, Regent st., Niagara on the Lake. There will be no visitations. With Great Respect & Sympathy
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jul 19, 2011
An enlightening presentation was given today by threerepresentatives of the NOTL Hydro. Jim Huntingdon, Victoria Gillett and Brodie Mosher informedus that the new “time of use rates” which would be effective August 1,and willbe reflected in our September bill. All NOTL households and businesses have been issued withSmart Meters, which will reduce the amount of energy consumption if usedcorrectly. This meters relayinformation directly to NOTL > Ontario Hydro. If there was only one thing that we remember from today’s presentationit was “The Rule of Seven.” We shouldtry and run all our high energy consuming appliances, dishwashers , washer and dryers between the off peak hours 7pm – 7am and allweekend and holidays. We will all eventually be able to get a log – in tool thatwill allow us to monitor rates. “Learning to Conserve Energy “workshops will be coming in October. For more information you can log on to www.notlhydro.com |
| Posted by Lorna Penman on Jul 12, 2011
Owners of Balance Fitness Studio, Bonnie Giampa and Briar Krieger gave a wonderful, entertaining talk on the benefits of regular exercise and healthy eating to our club members. "Short term goals focus on a long term objectives" is their mantra. They extend an offer of a 1 month fitness trial, including a complementary fitness assessment for all Niagara on the Lake Rotary Club members and their guests. Another 8 week Fitness Chalenge will commence on September 26th . For further details visit their website @ www.BalanceFitnessStudio.ca
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jul 06, 2011
The evening event was a celebration with Rotary Colleagues, friends and family at the Red Roof Retreat. We welcomed District Governor, John Heise and his wife Sandy, Past ADG, Franco Olivieri (Elizabeth) and ADG Ian McEwan (Megan). The new Board, lead by President, Ward Simpson, consists of: Past President, Bruce Hobin; President-elect, Howard Kudlats; Vice-President, Dave Lambert (unable to attend); Secretary, Lorna Penman; Treasurer, Karen Nelson; Director, Community Service, Matt Bedrosian; Director, International Service, Patrick MacNeill; Director, Vocational Service, Ralph Tallman; Director, New Generations, Gloria Szylak; Director, Club Service, Ruth de Laat. Many thanks are extended to Past Secretary, Kate Hobin, Ruth de Laat, Ward Simpson and Past President Bruce Hobin for all the work they did to organize the event. Thanks are also extended to Joe Will and Jamie Slingerland for providing the wine and to John and the caterers from 'Rest.' Appreciation is sent to Steffanie Bjorgan for welcoming the guests to Red Roof and for providing an overview and tours of the facility.
It was a special pleasure to have Ken Goodwin join us. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. To each and everyone, thank you for your participation. Enjoy your new Rotary Year in good will and fellowship!
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jul 01, 2011
President Ward is 'on duty' manning the BBQ for his first day as President of our club! He's joined by fellow Rotarians who put in a full day of work in Simcoe Park! The line-ups swelled all afternoon with food being served until close to 5 p.m. Congratulations to everyone for another successful Canada Day Event!
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 28, 2011
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 28, 2011
Incoming President, Ward Simpson and President Bruce Hobin present a cheque in the amount of $16,000 to Donna Scott, representing the NOTL Hospital Foundation. This donation, coupled with $4000 from the Christmas Choral, provided $20,000 to the Walker Cancer Clinic LIbrary. We have now contributed $30,000 towards our $100,000 commitment.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 28, 2011
Ruth thanks John for his presentation and presents him with an 'End Polio Now' Certificate.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 28, 2011
John de Laat informs our luncheon crowd about the good work that the NOTL Warehouse of Hope is doing for the underprividedged in many countries including Haiti. Needed items like hospital beds, computers eyeglases and receiving blankets for newborns are shipped by container to these areas. Volunteers help sort collected goods, fundraise and pack the shipping containers.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 22, 2011
Exchange student, David, attended his last luncheon with our club before he returns home to the Canary Islands on July 1st. He will also join us on Canada Day in the morning to help out with our Simcoe Park celebration. We wish David all the best for his future education and we hope he has the opportunity to visit us again some day.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 22, 2011
Liz Kovacs is in the process of establishing an E-Club for District 7090. She encourages members to pass on the word to those people who would consider membership. E-Clubs meet via email every week in the evening and once a month face-to-face at a club of choice. E-Club participation can also be used as a make-up for other club members.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 19, 2011
Check out the photo journal for pics of the June 17th farewell hosted by Gloria Szylak. Thanks to everyone who came by to enjoy the evening.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 18, 2011
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 18, 2011
Ralph Tallman presents Jim with the End Polio Now Certificate.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 18, 2011
Former Club member and president, Colleen Blake, Executive Director of the Shaw Festival introduced Jackie Maxwell at our club luncheon on June 14th.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 18, 2011
Jackie Maxwell, Artist Director, Shaw Festival, received her Paul Harris at our luncheon meeting on June 14th. Assistant District Governor, Franco Olivieri did the honours.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on Jun 05, 2011
See Photo Journals for More pictures!
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| Posted by Clifford Brown on May 11, 2011
To access the information log onto facebook and type into the search box niagara passion festival.
Once on the site you can see photos and the video shot by Cogeco. We have provision to add updaters which we will be doing.
Our web site will have a facebook link which is presently being added.
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| Posted by Kate Hobin on May 08, 2011
Good News! The Rotarian Magazine has a new digital option. Members can choose to go paperless and subscribe to an electronic delivery of the magazine. You can also choose to have both print and paperless deliveries if you desire. Follow the link below to place your order.
http://www.rotary.org/EN/MEDIAANDNEWS/THEROTARIAN/Pages/digital.aspx
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| Posted by Lorna Penman on Nov 11, 2011
It is with sadness that we say goodbye to George Howse who died on Tuesday. George was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 124. He taught for many years at Princess Margaret School in Niagara Falls. During his career he served on the Niagara District School Board for 3 terms. George also served on Niagara-on- the-Lake Town Council for 2 terms, was a serving member of the Order of St. John and was a founding member of the Niagara- on-the-Lake Rotary Club.
"All Rotarians will miss George. He was a founding member of our club, respected teacher
respected veteran who will be fondly remembered on Remembrance Day.
George is now at peace..............."Quiet Please" Ward Simpson President
There will be a Visitation at Morgan's on Sunday 2-4 p.m. and Monday 7-9 p.m.
The Funeral will be held at St Andrew's Presbytarian Church, Simcoe Street, Tuesday at 11 a.m.
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