eye opener January 16, 2013

13/01/09

- President Ardath welcome one and all to breakfast.

- Feb 23rd is Rotary Day, President Ardath will approach Mayor Smith regarding community recognition.

- Rotary Peace Forum: Feb 23 at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel.

- A Rotary Fashion Show/Fundraiser is being planned for March, proceeds to benefit the Rotary Foundation.

- Price Smart, a great supporter of our fundraisers, will be organizing a Celebration of Service Clubs, details to follow.

- First United Church has sent their thanks to all who donated clothing to their recent drive.

- Rotary Moment: Ted M. notes that the recent issue of the Rotarian mentions a program underway to purchase and redistribute celphones to those in need.

- RLI: Saturday January 26th 8-4 at the Accent Inn, Burnaby.

- Members are reminded that the Rotary District 5040 Conference will take place commencing May 17th in beautiful Quesnel in the heart of Cariboo Country. Details available at www.rotary5040.org.

- 50/50, Happy & Sad: Jim had the ticket but couldn't find the Ace of Clubs, still a winner though: Jim celebrated his fitness endeavours with a $40.00 happy dollar for 40lbs. lost and 689 miles walked last year: way to go buddy!!!