11Sep2012 Kemptarian
The Kemptarian
The Official Newsletter of the Rotary Club of Kemptville
District 7040, Charter 3741, November 1934
September 11, 2012 ~ Volume 89 ~ Issue 6
www.kemptvillerotary.ca
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President-Elect: Jill Eagle Treasurer: Colleen Morris-Wilson
Secretary: Jill Eagle E-Secretary: Dave Pelletier
New Generations: Jennifer Franssen Foundation: Susan Hunt
Club Administration: Cora Beking Public Relations: Ken Mews
Number of Rotarians present at this evenings meeting: 18 = 67% attendance
President Anna chaired the meeting.
Don Gilchrist led the club in sing O Canada and in singing grace.
GUESTS:
David McKeller – Sackville Rotary
Susan Fisher – Sackville Rotary
Luis Gaal – Guest Speaker
Tom Gibson – Don Gilchrist’s Brother – In – Law from Northern Ireland
Jim Wrong – Honourary member
Keith Rolston – Honourary member
Patricia Wittke – Youth Exchange
CLUB CELEBRATIONS:
Club Anniversary : Marion DeVries – September 13
REPORTS:
- Rotarian Rob indicated that Rotary calendars were to be available for sale however they have been delayed and we can expect delivery on the 18th. He circulated a sign-up sheet for calendar sales.
- Members are reminded that the Wine Association will meet at Rotarian Jill’s house in Merrickville on Saturday September 29 at 7:00 p.m.
- President Anna announced that Rotarian Claire is unable to attend meetings for the next 8 to 10 weeks. She also reminded members to ensure they have the OPP checks.
- Rotarian George spoke briefly about the death of past Kemptville Rotarian President Lumir Drevjany who was President in 1984/85. The club had a moment of silence in his memory.
- President Anna indicated there was a special event happening in Ottawa called a Peace marathon on September 21, 2012. Anyone interested can contact Anna for details.
- The District Conference is this weekend in Brockville – members are reminded to register.
- Special Evening - There will be a Potluck at Anna’s house on September 17, 2012 with the Group Exchange from Pakistan. No beef or pork, but vegetarian , seafood and chicken are acceptable. Be at Anna’s at 6:00 p.m.
- President Anna announced that Rotarian Rob has resigned from the Membership Chair.
- Rotarian Dave P. advised all that Patricia has tickets for the Youth Exchange Dinner. They are $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00.
- Rotarian Donovan indicated the Friendship exchange to England is happening June 18, 2012 and he has indicated he will circulate an activity list.
50/50 Draw Winner: Keith Rolston
Programme: Louise Gall the owner of Blue Gypsy Winery in Oxford Mills spoke on the history of the business.
Upcoming Programme:
September 14-15 District Assembly in Brockville
September 17 (Monday) *Special* A Pot Luck at President Anna’s house with the Group Study Exchange from Pakistan
September 18 - Youth Exchange certification (presented by Jill E.)
September 25 Away meeting at the Kluk Gallery in Spencerville for B-B-Que dinner and tour of new Dutch Hill Gallery.
October 9 – away visit to Blue Gypsy Winery
President Anna led the club in reciting the Four Way test.
“I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.”
― W.C. Fields