Cambridge North Rotary Bulletin - November 14, 2018 (Nov 14, 2018)

OPENING CEREMONIES

For the following, think of the music for "Love and Marriage" by Sinatra

Cakes and Ham.

Go Together Like Peanut Butter and Jam.

This I Tell You Brother.

You Can't Have One Without The Other.

Repeat Frequently!!!!!!

My arrival was delayed as a result of a meeting and travel time....I missed the Oh Canada and Invocation.

Reviews from my fellow table mates range from "Rousing to Ecstatic" for the Oh Canada that was lead by Gerry.

"Thankful" was the first think that came to mind for the Invocation lead by Peter. Let us all be Thankful for what we have and the friendships that we share.

TABLE TALK

Table talk covered a wide range to topics.

Dean quizzed me about my late arrival...more importantly, he was interested whether the 50/50 ticket that he entrusted to me last week was the winner. I had to break it to him that I ended up being the beneficiary of the winning ticket.

Mike was explaining the catalyst for relocating his family from the GTA to Waterloo Region. Cost of housing, day care, travel time, etc. were on the short list of reasons. The major reason for the move was to be able to meet great Rotarians and be a part of the best Rotary Club in North Cambridge.

The best conversation , however, revolved around a visit to a restaurant in St. Jacobs by Dave Thomas and his family. There was confusion surrounding "Chick Peas" and "Chicken". Dave was hunger and ordered what he thought was the "Chicken Parm". Upon arrival, the texture of the dish seemed a bit soft. Further investigation determined that the dish was NOT "Chickn Parm" but in fact "Chick Pea Parm". Dave will put on the readers the next time he reads the menu.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS REPORT

18 members were present for a total representation of 76%.

We were also honored to have guests.

Mike Bernard was accompanied by Don Zoran (previously a member of Cambridge Sunrise) as well as Igor Vojinovich.

Harry Levine was also visiting at the request of Gerry Menezes. Harry was displaying Rotary wear for us to sport at local events and Bingo.

Our speaker was Steve Harris.

HAPPY-TOONIES

Igor was Happy that he accepted Mikes invitation to lunch. Igor won the 50/50 and is especially Happy for the arrival of his newborn baby daughter.

Sean was happy and can see clearly now that he successfully underwent Lazik surgery. Happy Trails (Sledding that is).

Ken was happy and celebrated the fact that it was 30 years ago that the first heart transplant surgery was completed in South Africa. The first patient did not survive but that provided valuable information for the vast improvements and success rates that have been achieved since then. Ken should know as he is the recipient of a successful heart transplant. CONGRATULATIONS Ken.

Dave Kinder shared a bitter sweet Happy Buck. Julie and Dave arrive back from an amazing trip to South African. Unfortunately, Dave learned of the passing of his father (age 96) while they were away. Daves father was a WWII vet as well as a crash survivor. The life of a truly great man will live on for ever in the hearts of his family and all that knew him.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas Party - The Christmas Party is booked for Friday Dec. 7 at The Pines. The cost is $60 per person. President Mike sent out a link for registration. Please register ASAP for another great Christmas celebration.

Hams, Cakes and Cookies - Flyers have been sent out to all members. Please S E DOUBLE HOCKEY STICKS (SELL) Please advise Gerry as to the update of sales volumes. The packing day is scheduled for Saturday Dec. 15 at Deanco in Waterloo.

President Mike is looking for a Liason between Cambridge North Rotary and the local Rotaract Club. The committment is to attend their monthly meetings. Please contact Mike if you are interested or need more information.

Ribfest - Very Important

We are preparing to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Sunrise Rotary Club to go forward with next summer`s Ribfest but we have several important positions that need to be filled ... Chair of Fundraising and chair of Marketing. These positions were filled by Sean and Mark Rozad, both of whom will not be continuing in these roles going forward.

These are pivotal roles and need to be filled before the end of November. Please consider helping in these critical roles. Contact Sean, Mark or Dean.

Sean auctioned a set of Rotary drink coasters that were graciously donated by Harry Levine. Ken Denholm was the successful and jubilant winner. Thank you Ken for your support.

Sean also attended Grant Training. He was amazed of the sources and amount of funding that can be tapped at various levels of government in order to assist in achieving projects in our community. $3.6 million is available at the Federal level as an example. Sean will be investigating further to learn how we can leverage our fundraising efforts to achieve even larger projects.

GUEST SPEAKER

Steve Harris was our speaker today. Mike Jennings recently met Steve and took the opportunity to invite to speak to our members.

Steve is the President of Golf Play.

Golf Play is a simulator based golf game that allows fans, and not so fans, of golf to experience the game at many venues world wide.

The trend of golf over the past few years has been in a decline. Time constraints, family and cost are the biggest contributors of this decline.

Golf simulator design has improved a great deal since early designs.

Golf Play is a venue that will allow golfers, and non-golfers, to experience the game of golf in friendly social environment in less time than a traditional golf game.

The business is located adjacent to Costco (Sportsworld). Golf Play incorporates food and beverage within the environment.

Instead of a traditional 5-6 hour game of golf, patrons can enjoy a game in as few as 3 hrs while enjoying a bite to eat and drink.

Patrons typically supply their own clubs, however, they do have clubs available for use.

This is a great venue for outings with friends, co-workers, and groups.

Steve would be more than happy to take you on a tour of his facility.

BINGO SCHEDULE

NEW DATES for 2018


Nov 27	Jeff Matyas	Paul Witmer
NO DECEMBER	BINGO AS A RESULT	OF CHRISTMAS







October 30	Gerry Menezes	Dave Kinder
November 27	Fred Schiedel	Jeff Matyas
December - to be confirmed

IF YOU CANNOT MAKE YOUR DATE, PLEASE FIND YOUR OWN REPLACEMENT. TO BE SURE OF YOUR SCHEDULE, CONTACT YOUR PARTNER THE DAY BEFORE!

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS SCHEDULE

MEETING DATE

ATTENDANCE SHEET & INVOCATION

NOTES:
The Sgt.‐At‐Arms shall mark the attendance sheet, input Guest Names, Visiting Rotarians and Make‐ups submitted by club members, as well as calculate the meeting percentage. You will also give the invocation when requested by the President. At the end of the meeting make sure
the Secretary has the “Secretary’s Copy”.

In addition, the SAA shall also fill in the attendance details on the “Bulletin Editor’s Copy” and make sure the editor receives it by the end of the meeting.

The person who is responsible for any Ticket sales shall enter the cash details on the “Treasurer’s Copy”. They shall also collect the Happy Toonies and enter that information on the same sheet. At the end of the meeting they shall give the treasurer the tally sheet along with
the cash in an envelope. There is a supply of banker’s envelopes in the tote box.

IF YOU CANNOT MAKE your assigned date, it is your responsibility to arrange for a replacement to take your time slot!! To be sure of your schedule, TELEPHONE your partner the day before.

BULLETIN WRITER SCHEDULE

November 7 Don Daggett November 14 Paul Goetz November 21 Doug Cameron November 28 Dave Mitten

Nov 28, 2018

Joyce Haynes

Hearing Health and Communications

Dec 07, 2018

Christmas Dinner at the Pines

More details to follow.

Dec 12, 2018

Allen Kanerva

PTSD & Trauma - Inspired Outcomes

Dec 26, 2018

NO MEETING

Have a Happy Boxing Day

Jan 02, 2019

NO MEETING

Recuperate from New Year Parties!

Jan 09, 2019

Michael Smith

Classification Talk

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