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February 2000 Bulletin
From the President This is the second monthly bulletin and while there are still growing pains I hope that we are getting on with the trial of a new communications strategy, and getting some of the bugs out. We now have a fairly accurate e-mail list, but if your not getting anything please call me or better yet e-mail me (martinra@em.agr.ca). To keep you up to date on motions etc. a sheet will be placed on each table, except on the first Monday of the month, with information on next meeting, greeters etc. The first meeting of this month will be on the Rotary Foundation. I am sure that it will be informative and enlightening. For those of you who may want to get involved in a hands on way the following. Interested in a real experience: District 7820 is seeking energetic Rotarian Team Leaders for 2 upcoming Group Study Exchanges:
District 7820 to District 1220 (UK), Sept 10 to Oct 8, 2000
The responsibilities of the Team Leader include: participation in team member selection, manage the team preparation and planning for the exchange, lead the group during the visit, post-GSE reporting responsibilities to District and RI. The Rotarian Team Leader should have: strong leadership skills, experience in group activities, strong knowledge of Rotary, and the time necessary to commit to the process.
Applications are available from President Richard and are due February 26, 2000. More information is available on request. If you want to know what it is like to lead a team call Allan McLeod or Bush Dumville both former leaders from this Club.
February 14 Valentine's Day Meeting*
February 21 YEP - Presentation*
February 21 Board of Directors Meeting
February 28 Mayor's Address*
Mar 6 Classification Talks*
Mar 13 East Timor* Anniversaries In case you ever wondered, according to our records August is the month with the most members celebrating wedding anniversaries (24) and March has the fewest (1)
February 28 Mark and Betty Robertson
Wally Cox 44
We recognize birthdays and anniversaries and once a year those with perfect attendance. However it is also important that we recognize the years of service that Rotarians have given to the
Club and community. These Rotarians are recognized on this week's anniversary of their induction into our Club.
February 14 Bob Curran and Brian Douglas Notice of Motion The Board of Directors at their January meeting authorized, subject to approval of the Club, the following donation: A donation of $2,000 to the Joyriders in support of their program for disabled children. Funds to come form the Easter Seals Account. Notice Is given that the motion for this donation will be presented to the membership for vote on or after the February 7, 2000 meeting. Proposed New Member The following has been proposed for membership in the Rotary Club of Charlottetown:
John Cameron
If no written objection to the proposal, stating the reasons, is received by the Board from any member of the Club by Wednesday, February 9, 2000, in accordance with Article XI Section 5 of the Constitution, the prospective member shall be considered to be elected to the Club. Any correspondence should be addressed to the Membership Secretary Gaie Orton.
Makeups Chirs Severance (x2), Bud Whelan, Walter Cox (x3), Lloyd MacLeod, Stan Woodman, Dale Mader (5), Tony Sosnkowski Previous Meetings For those keeping track, the Queen of Hearts is still safe within the pack with approximately $1,700 in the jackpot and 19 cards in the deck. January 10 This was our annual Premiers meeting with the Rotary Clubs. We had a good turn out to hear Premier Binns give the proverbial state of the province address to Rotary. Mr. Binns discussed some of the economic growth which the province has experienced since the completion of the bridge. Facts on this were presented including a 1.7 to 2.6% economic growth in 1999, 72,000 in the workforce with 12.2% unemployment in December. He indicated that self employment is up 17% in the last 10 years and that success has breed success in the arts, sports and business community. If we are to maintain our competitiveness we must not go the way of shipbuilding which didn't keep up with change. The potato and fisheries are continuing to inn ovate and meet market demands and changes. Mr. Binns indicated that we must continue to innovate and build on our strengths. Mr. Binns elaborated on some of the good news for PEI in diversification. The Island has expanded into new areas such as cultured muscles, aerospace industries, research and development (Vet College), tourist growth, theater, and a growing technology sector. The Premier finished by stating that we must continue to build on our strengths, and that we have an excellent future. January 17 Prior to the New Year's Eve we heard a lot about Y2K and the problem that may occur to computing systems around the world. Today's speakers, Chris Payne and Terry Posylek provided us with an update on what actions were taken to address the potential problem. Our first speaker addressed how the province addressed the challenge that Y2K presented and how the provincial government reacted. The second speaker gave an excellent presentation from the business perspective. While Island businesses are dealing with minor problems, he did indicated that the clock clicked over with little impact. He did warn however that there may still be some implications to come as some problems may take days, weeks, or years to show themselves. January 24 Alzheimer's Awareness Month was reported on by our guest speaker Janet Doiron. Ms. Doiron gave an enlightening presentation on Alzheimer's from the perspective of a care giver, providing a view of this devastating disease from her own family experience. Ms. Doiron described how 300,000 families in Canada are touched by this disease, where the patient goes from the height of activity to where they cannot walk or talk, and that they and their partner is robbed of their "golden years". Ms. Doiron gave a very personal insight into the disease and its impact on the family. She provided a perspective of ways of handling the disease in the family and reducing care giver burnout. If you missed this speaker you missed a very interesting presentation on the disease and how to react to it. January 31 This was the fifth Monday of the month and as such the normal lunch meeting was moved to the evening. The weather did not cooperate well, but those who made it had an evening of fellowship and our guest speaker was Shirley Moase, national representative for Inner Wheel Canada. Inner Wheel had its beginnings 76 years ago in Manchester, England. Membership is open to any female with certain Rotary connections (wife, partner, widow, mother, sister or daughter of a current or former Rotarian). Their aim is to promote true friendship, encourage the ideals of personal service and foster international undersatnding. The Charlottetown Inner Wheel Club started thru the efforts of Jimmie and Walt Wheeler. Shirley talked about Inner Wheel and where they hope to develop. It was a pleasure to have many spouses and partners at the meeting, as well as many of the local Inner Wheel members whose partners were once fellow Rotarians.
85th Annual Assembly and Conference 24 - 28 May, 2000 Delta Prince Edward Hotel A unique program is being planned for the conference and there will be ample opportunity to mix, and exchange ideas with Rotarians from other Clubs in the District. Our Club is the host for this year's assembly and conference, as home club for this year's DG. As such we will be hosting one of the lunches, on May 26 (no meeting the previous or following Monday).
Day 1 (May 25) will focus on the PETS and SETS (President and Secretary training). Single day registrations will be available for Day 2 and 3 Stay toned for more information in the months ahead. Please remember that you are welcome and encouraged to attend. Bob Moffat is chair for the organizing committee. Thoughts on February 14 The Origin of Valentine's Day There are varying opinions as to the origin of Valentine's Day. Some experts state that it originated from St. Valentine, a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. He died on February 14, 269 A.D.. Legend also says that St. Valentine left a farewell note for the jailer's daughter, who had become his friend, and signed it "From Your Valentine". Other aspects of the story say that St. Valentine served as a priest at the temple during the reign of Emperor Claudius. Claudius then had Valentine jailed for defying him. In 496 A.D. Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honor St. Valentine. Gradually, February 14 became the date for exchanging love messages and St. Valentine became the patron saint of lovers. The date was marked by sending poems and simple gifts such as flowers and candy. There was often a social gathering or a ball. In honour of the upcoming celebration, please consided the following facts (?): Top 10 Mistakes A Woman Makes on Valentine's Day
10. Hints too much and makes a man feel obligated. Hang on now, here's the other side of the coin: Top 10 Mistakes A Man Makes on Valentine's Day
10. Refuses to buy roses on the grounds that they're too "hyped." In case you missed these bumper stickers last Monday:
- I love cats ... they taste just like chicken. |