Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach Sunrise

THE APRIL 29th EDITION OF SCUTTLEBUTT

AN EXERPT FROM ROTARY PRESIDENT WILF WILKINSON'S MARCH LETTER TO ROTARIANS:

Mohandas Gandhi once said, “If we are to teach real peace in this world, and if we are to carry on a real war against war, we shall have to begin with the children.”

What Gandhi understood so well was simply this: that anger and hatred, arguments and differences, rivalries and quarrels are not inherited or innate. They are learned. Children who see hate, learn hate. But children who see sharing and love, learn sharing and love.

The way things have always been is not necessarily the way they will always be. For better or for worse, almost any status quo can eventually change. When there is a new threat to be faced, people can be divided by it and fight each other, or they can come together and work together and find a solution to their problems together. Every new challenge has the power to divide – and the power to unite.

In a world of change, Rotary must be the constant. And in a world of increasing needs, Rotary must keep pace by making sure that we have the strength and the numbers to do what needs to be done.

DISTRICT 5020 CONFERENCE INFORMATION:

REGISTRATION:- 6 Sunrise Rotarians have Registered to date.
Why should you consider registering?

* The Conference is being held here in Oceanside, easy access and no accommodation costs
* An opportunity to support and thank District Governor Norm
* The Conference will showcase the outstanding humanitarian contributions being made by the Rotary Clubs in Distict 5020
* Hear outstanding motivational speakers who are making a difference in the lives of people worldwide
* Attend and participate and you will come away from the Conference with a new and enlightened appreciation for Rotarians and the work Rotarians do
* The conference is a great social event - meet and talk to Rotarians from all over our Distict.

Log on to our District website at www.rotary5020.org and register on line, registration cost is $150. See you there.

GUESS WHO'S COMING FOR DINNER A BIG SUCCESS:

A bouquet to Ron for organizing a very successful Guess Who's Coming to Dinner on Sunday evening April 20. Hosts Diana and Nigel; Ron and Yvonne; Kim and Jill; and Pat & Ed welcomed: Charles & Celyne; Raven & Becki; Gerry & Charlotte; Dean & Alexandra;Terry & Anna; Jim; Ken Walker;Greer 7 Brian; Mike and Tami;Brady & Patti; Doug & Dorothy; Peter & Diane; and George&Pauline.
A great night let's do it again next year.

WHEELS FOR WELLNESS SOCIETY:

Our Speaker on Tuesday morning was Don Buckner the founder and inspiration behind an incredibly dedicated group of volunteers who provide transportation for people requiring non-emergency Medical Specialists appointments. Based in the Comox Courtenay area this amazing group of volunteers transports more than 1000 people per month to their medical Specialit appointments that exceed 75 km from the point of departure from any point on the Island to Victoria, Nanaimo, Vancouver or Campbell River.
Don came to us to ask for our help to contribute to some Bridge Funding to support their initiative to provide transport for short haul (under 75 km) trips. This short haul service is particularly needed in the Oceanside area to transport people from the Oceanside area to specialist appointments in Nanaimo.
Dean Kubik will be taking this request to our Community Services Committe and Dean will then bring the Committees recomendations to Members at our next Club Assembly on May 20.

FAMILY RESOURCE ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISER:

Joanne MacMillan from FRA attended our April 29 meeting and shared information on their 3rd Annual Golf Tournament to be held at Arrowsmith Golf Course on May 31st. Theri goal is to raise $20,000 to support GABA. Group Applied Behavior Analysis is a program for children with autism spectrum disorder. Joanne asked for whatever help we can provide either as individuals or as a Club. They need Silent Auction Items and of course golfers. They are also looking for Hole Sponsors at $200 per Hole. Dig deep folks GABA is a very worthwhile project that needs some financial help to survive. If you can help call Joanne at 752-6766, 181 Sunningdale Road West in QB.

CIRCLE YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE FOLLOWING UPCOMING EVENTS!

May 3 - Fire & Ice
May 15 - KSS Trades and Tech Night
May 30-June 1 - District Conference
June 5 - Instalation of our 2008-09 Executive
June 3 - 5 - Indian Friendship Exchange
June 15 - Show & Shine
June 24 - President's Roast

MORE ON THE PRESIDENT'S ROAST:

Ron has booked the Creekside Resaurant for our 2007-08 windup dinner. Plan to attend this gala affair on Tuesday evening June 24th. I have attached a copy of the Creek House Menu; Cost for the evening including a 10% gratuity is $28. Please confirm your intention to attend on or before May 13.