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2012 RI Convention in Bangkok, Thailand
May 6-9

Register now for the 2012 RI Convention in Bangkok, Thailand, 6-9 May, and enjoy an unforgettable experience in the Land of a Thousand Smiles! Enjoy Thai hospitality. Make friends with fellow Rotarians from around the world. Take in spectacular sights. Taste delicious Thai cuisine. Experience a vibrant culture. Renew your commitment to Service Above Self. And have fun in a world class city.

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Reminders

How to Make Up a Missed Meeting

A club member must attend or make up at least 50 percent of regular club meetings in each half of the year (though some clubs may have more stringent requirements). Any missed meetings must be made up within 14 days of a regular meeting.  If traveling, club members are encouraged to visit clubs in the new area to make up a missed meeting.

You can make up a missed meeting in several ways:

• Attend another Rotary Club - Hyannis meets Thursdays at 12:15pm at the Hyannis Country Club. Mashpee meets on Wednesdays at 7am at Percy's Place on Rt 28 in Mashpee. Yarmouth meets Fridays at 7am at the Hearth & Kettle in Yarmouth.
• Makeup a meeting online at Rotary eClub One.
• Attend a Board Meeting

Rotary News and Stories

Ways to get more out of Rotary in 2012

• Be part of Rotary's efforts to end Polio Now
• Think strategically and set club goals
• Help the Foundation fulfill its mission
• Get inspired at the RI Convention
• Celebrate 50 yrs of Interact
• Publicize our club's good works
• Connect with Alumni

New Phone Scam Targets Rotarians

A number of Rotarians have received phone calls from someone impersonating RI President Kalyan Banerjee or his assistant, claiming he was stuck at an airport and needed the recipient to send money to help.

This phone scam has been reported to authorities in Australia and the Philippines, where the calls appeared to originate. Calls are now being reported in Hawaii, USA, and the scam may continue to spread.

Please be aware of these other scams:

• An email scam targeting Rotarians and Rotaractors claims the recipient has won hundreds of thousands of euros through an international promotional program conducted by the "Euro-Millones Lottery". Attached to the e-mail is a PDF letter signed by "Luis Alberto, Vice President" with a photo of Past RI President Carl-Wilhelm Stenhammar. 
• An email scam with the subject line "Dear Award Beneficiary!!!" has targeted Rotarians claiming the recipient has won US$500,000 and two HP laptops from RI. The email asks for contact information and is signed by "Mrs. Sarah Olic, Programme Co-ordinator, Rotary International".

RI encourages Rotarians and Rotary clubs to avoid becoming victims of such scams by deleting any e-mail that appears suspicious.

Why Become a Rotarian?

Opportunity to S erve

Rotary is a service club. Its product is service. Rotarians provide this service to both local and international communities. This is perhaps the best reason for becoming a Rotarian: the chance to do something for someone else, to sense the self-fulfillment that comes in the process and return of that satisfaction to one's own life. It is richly rewarding.

Prestige

Rotary members are prominent people; leaders of business, the professions, art, government, sports, military, religion, and all disciplines. Rotary is the oldest and most prestigious service club in the world. Its ranks include executives, managers, professionals - people who make decisions and influence policy.

Citizenship in the Community

Membership in a Rotary Club makes one a better community citizen. The average Rotary club consists of the most active members of any community.

Leadership Development

Rotary is an organization of leaders and successful people. Serving in Rotary positions is like a college education. Leadership: - learning how to motivate, influence and lead.

Cultural Awareness

Around the world, practically every religion, country, culture, race, creed, political persuasion, language, color and ethnic identity is found in Rotary. It is a cross section of the world's most prominent citizens from every background.

Rotarians become aware of their cultures and learn to love and work with people everywhere. They become better citizens of their countries in the process.

Ethical Development

Rotarians practice the 4-Way Test that governs one's ethical standards. Rotarians are expected to be ethical in business and personal relationships.

Personal Growth and Development

Membership in Rotary continues one's growth and education in human relations and personal development.

Business Development

The second original reason for Rotary's beginning is business development. Everyone needs to network. Rotary consists of a cross section of every business. Its members come from all walks of life. Rotarians help each other and collectively help others.

Friendship

In an increasingly complex world, Rotary provides two of the most basic human needs: friendship and fellowship. It is the reason why Rotary began in 1905.

Citizenship in the World

Every Rotarian wears a pin that says "Rotary International". There are very few places on the globe that do not have a Rotary club. Every Rotarian is welcome - even encouraged - to attend any of the 29,000 clubs in 186 countries and geographical regions. This means instant friends in both one's own and world communities.

Continuing Education

During each Rotary weekly meeting, there is a program designed to keep one informed about what is going on in the community, nation, and world. Each meeting provides opportunity to listen to different speakers and a variety of timely topics.