Blue & Gold Bulletin

Guests

Ryan Frank - perspective new member, Brad Armor, Meaghan (Co-op student from Durham College)

Nineteen members were absent or excused this week:
Kevin A; Pauline C; Angie D; Reg F; Brett G; Tom H; Steve J; Linda M; Dennis R; Gord W; Ex- Al Sylvester; Paul M; Bob Stevens, John R l/o Shelly A; Ross M; Geoff S; Marc S; Ted W;

Make ups were provided by:
Don W (2); Ted M; Brian B; Gord W; Renee; Terry W.

Errata: Renee B was not absent last week.

"Couldn't you have at least waited until I swallowed my food" said Chuck to Denis. "There are three recipients today. All hard working Rotarians dedicated to the club and the community. Congratulations to Don Gleed on two years; Sue McClellan on three years; and Wayne Routly on three years", said Chuck to the group.
Make up meetings can help you achieve perfect attendance. If you attend Rotary Committee meetings or meetings in other areas please keep track and keep Chuck informed.

Kevin Anyan and Reg Freethy both celebrating, but unfortunately neither was present to accept their card. Best wishes from all of your friends at Rotary.

Bob and Jean Stevens celebrated 57 years of wedded bliss. Congratulations from all of your friends at Bowmanville Rotary - and may you have many, many more in the years to come!

Steve Code won this week's free breakfast as it was drawn by our guest. Collusion or what?

All Rotarians were reminded by Don H that Christmas Shopping Night will take place once again on December 4th. Have you're spouse/partner register their sizes for apparel et al. This year the goal is to sell 300 tickets. There are 12 stores involved. Thanks in advance for your support of this initiative.

The International Committee will have a short meeting following today's gathering. Renee B.

Next Board meeting October 27th at the Village Inn convening at 5:15 pm ( the last Monday of the month).

Adopt-a-Road cleanup was very successful. Thanks to all who showed up. There wasn't a safe piece of garbage within miles of the place….oops kilometers.

Don H paid a buck just to admit that dementia had taken over and he completely forgot about the event.

Wayne paid a buck to pontificate upon the fact that as he believed that state and religion were separate. Did you know that this very church will indeed become a polling station for the up and coming Federal Election October 14. How about that?

Dennis was pleased along with Renee that there would be an induction today - that of Linda Vianale.

October 4, 2005 marked a special day in the history of the club. Ted Witherspoon, Wayne Routly, Steve Jones and Sue McClellan all joined our Bowmanville Rotary club. We certainly are fortunate to have these three individuals as club members. Their devotion, work ethic and dedication are second to none. I believe the adage "When the going gets tough, the tough get going" is applicable to all three individuals. Of note is that Wayne and Sue both came over from the Courtice Club.

Linda Vignale and Chuck Cattran during induction ceremony.

Linda Vignale was inducted as a new Rotarian. President Dennis along with Renee Bos (sponsor), Doug Park, Don Gleed and Chuck Cattran officiated. Linda is manager of DUCA and represents the Financial Classification. Her joining the club comes at a very exciting time. Welcome aboard Linda. We look forward to working with you in the coming years.

Linda Vignale with Renee Bos and Ron Bailey during Linda's induction ceremony.

Linda Vignale with Renee Bos and Doug Park during Linda's induction ceremony.

Sponsor Renee Bos with inductee Renee Bos.

Brad Arbour, Fred Mandryk and Meaghan.

Brad Arbour signs a children's book with President Denis Beaulieu.

Wayne Routly provided a detailed and fine introduction of Brad Arbour, current Director of the Firehouse Program. The program has been in existence for 10 years now and supported by Rotary from the get go.

The program services students between the ages of 8 to 15. The ages have been declining as more and more youngsters discover the great activities being provided. The youngsters are somewhat less fortunate so this have on Church Street is "just what the doctor ordered."

Brad is being ably assisted by a Co-op student Meaghan, from Durham College as well as an Athletic Programmer, unable to attend.

A variety of activities are being offered. To name a few- paint ball; Trips to Science centre, Canada's Wonderland; Theatre "We will Rock You!" FLARE ( Fuel Learning Alternative Exercises) coinciding with the 2010 CIAF based on your ability to succeed - possibility, information and action. In addition the year saw the following events successfully completed: Heart and soul - a theatre production involving people from 10 to 80. Ticket sales raised &750.00; sale of Durham Golf Guides - raised over $500; Battle of the Bands - very successful ; 9 bands competed and everyone received an award from 6 hours of studio time to gift baskets and CD's. Sale of 200 tickets raised $2000; Great Balls of Fire Charity Golf raised $2500 - provided meals prizes; ever present "King's Court Catering providing the eats! This year Haunted House is being put on again October 24 and 25th. Did you know that over 20 volunteers help out on any given day behind the scenes?

Brad and Meaghan were thanked by your humble scribe. They graciously accepted our supporting cheque for $2500. Keep up the good work at the Firehouse! We all wish you continued success.

The draw this week was for $750. Wayne Routly owned the lucky ticket. He failed to draw the Ace of Hearts but did pull a 9 of Spades. Remember everyone - Ross always says, "Good luck at getting your ticket pulled next week!" That won't happen if your not here.

"All great achievements require time." - Maya Angelou: an American Poet

Please visit the Upcoming Events and Programs webpage for details.

Prepared by Fred Mandryk