Rotary News for
APRIL 18, 2025
Happy Easter to our club members, their families and fellow ...
A donation box will be present at meetings to support Dan's expenses. An online donation option is coming soon!
Upcoming Events
Rotary Lunch & Meeting - AG Sue Carpenter-Parnell
Royal Canadian Legion #15
Aug. 05, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
Board Meeting
Royal Canadian Legion #15TBD
Aug. 12, 2025
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
 
Rotary Lunch and Meeting - Jenn Dunn Fitbody
Royal Canadian Legion #15
Aug. 12, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
Rotary Lunch and Meeting - Constatine Visser
Royal Canadian Legion #15TBD
Aug. 19, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
Rotary Evening Event - Road Trip to STARS
1441 Aviation Park Northeast
Aug. 26, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
 
Rotary Lunch and Meeting - Jo-Anne Oucharek
Royal Canadian Legion #15
Sep. 02, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
Board Meeting
Royal Canadian Legion #15
Sep. 09, 2025
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
 
Rotary Lunch and Meeting - District Governor Visit
Royal Canadian Legion #15
Sep. 09, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
 
Rotary Lunch and Business Meeting - Program TBD
Royal Canadian Legion #15
Sep. 16, 2025 1:00 p.m.
 
Putting for Polio Fundraiser
Cochrane Golf Club Mini Putt
Sep. 23, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
 
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The Rotary Book Club meets on ZOOM the third Monday of the month from 7pm to 8pm.
 
The Book Club choice for April is
Longbourn by Jo Baker written in 2013. It tells the story of Pride and Prejudice from the perspective of the staff of the Bennett household.

Next meeting is Monday, April  21, 7-8pm. Please contact Sue by emailing suecarpenter521@hotmail.com to receive the link.
 

Our Meeting Location is Accessible!

 

Oh Canada!

Upcoming...

April 22, 2025


5:30 pm Wing Night
@ The Water Valley Saloon

Anna-Marie has arranged a special wing night at the Saloon.

Sign-up link:

  https://shorturl.at/ldgeF

 

 

April 15th Meeting Notes

 
Membership survey results
Sue thanked everyone for their participation in the recent membership survey which offered insights into things that are going well with our club, and things that could be improved.
 
Pathway to Mental Health
Martin invited members to participate to an event where signs with positive messages about mental health will be placed in our community.
When: Sunday, May 4th at 3:00 pm
 
Volunteer Opportunities
Alex spoke about the many volunteer opportunities that our club offers. 
 
 
 
Alex also asked members to think about what our Club's next "Big Project" might be. He mentioned that helping the Cochrane Public Library with the plans for a much-needed new library might be one such project that members had discussed.
 
 
 
Pig Roast
Cyndie invited club members to the Pig Roast social event that our club will host during the Rotary International Conference in June.
 
 
Club Business
Hank invited club members to the Wing Night social event that our club will take place at the Water Velley Saloon on Tuesday, April 22nd.
 
 
Special Club Meeting:
 
President Keith invited Club members to a special club meeting with presentations about our Club's International Services.
When: Tuesday, May 27 at 5:30 pm
Where: Cochrane Toyota Community Room
 

International Efforts: Belize

The Rotary Club of Punta Gorda is based in the Toledo District of Belize, which is the southern-most district in the country. The Rotary Club of Punta Gorda serves the entire Toledo District, including Punta Gorda town and the many villages in the Toledo District, including over 35 Maya villages. The club partners with many Rotary Clubs throughout the United States and Canada to serve the citizens of the Toledo District.
 
The club supports our community in many ways, with education, livelihood development and healthcare being their major services.
 
To learn more about this club, their work and how we can help them, please visit their Club website, 
 
Congratulations to Bill Belsey, who has been nominated for the Order of Cochrane for his many contributions and years of service to our community!
Click the photo below to register for the Rotary International Convention in Calgary from June 21-25th. 
"Experience the Magic All Around!"
It will be GREAT! 
 
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