Invocation: Tony Mancinone
Four-Way Test: Nick Bibic
Upcoming Meetings:
February 4 – Prep for our "21st Century" vision exercise
February 11 – Youth Exchange Auction
February 18 – No Meeting, Family Day
February 25 – Major Catherine Wollocombe
March 4 – Garnet Fenn - Financial Literacy
An annual tradition. The 2nd President's Day was held this past Monday, honouring Past President's who have served our Club.
The assignment for each president was to choose one mentor from Rotary, and one from other walks of life. This proved to be no easy task, as it was hard for most to select just one. The Club enjoyed hearing all the different responses. Here are some highlights of what some PPs took away from their selected mentors. All good advice!
Lou Valente selected Sandra Pupatello as one of his mentors, and he remembers her introducing her team as working with her, not for her: "We work together" and not "he works for me".
One of Janet Kelly's mentors was Norm Wheeler, who greatly impacted her by saying "do what it takes to get the job done".
Rick Caron's non-Rotary mentor Neil Gold recommended him to "look at the idea, not the person who it came from".
Bev Cyr selected Fred Sorrell who is quoted as having said "say what you mean and mean what you say". Also, her grandfather often reminded her: "To thine own self be true".
Gary Wintermute selected Dave Davis who inspired him by saying "leave the world in a better way than when you entered it".
Members celebrating their Club anniversaries this week:
Anil Chitte (34 years)
Jennifer Charron (2 years)
Very well-deserved. Janet has been a member of our Club for over 28 years, and was president in 2013-2014. She's an incredible woman who really knows how to get things done and make amazing things happen! Not mentioned in this article is her unwavering dedication; when Janet takes on a project, you know the outcome will be outstanding. Children's Fest continues to grow every year in large part because of Janet's commitment (the fest will be celebrating it's 25th year this September!). Most recently, the Centennial Legacy projects, including the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) Centennial Hub - connecting Windsor/Essex trails - and the Centennial Plaza, lovingly referred to by our Club as "the crowning jewel" of our Centennial, would not have been what they are without Janet Kelly's driving force. Our Club is proud to have Janet as an instrumental member and leader. Huge congratulations!
Know someone who'd like to learn more about Rotary?
NEW and POTENTIAL members learn about Rotary and engage in some group chats. Side it with some food and drinks to keep it social.
Register now to let us know you - and your friends! - are attending.
When: Wednesday, February 6th at 6 PM Where: Spago South Windsor - 3850 Dougall Avenue at Cabana Rd., Windsor, Ontario N9G1X2
Save the date: The annual Youth Exchange Auction is coming up fast! Please bring in your gifts to be auctioned on the day of the Auction, Monday, February 11th. All proceeds raised goes towards Youth Exchange Committee programs and services.
Did you know that gifts of appreciated securities may create significant tax advantages for you depending on your financial situation, while also benefitting your community? For more information on donating gifts of stock to the Foundation Fund, please contact Treasurer Emma Bufton (eebufton@collinsbarrow.com) or Chair Don Marsh (donaldmarsh99@gmail.com).
For anyone who does not have the Foundation Fund brochure, please contact the office and we'll mail you a copy.
Elaine donated her winnings to the Foundation Fund.
Be a part of the Club's significant fundraiser. To volunteer please contact Coordinator Walter Willms at 519-966-7150 or walter.willms.windsor@gmail.com. He, or a designate, will be in attendance at every bingo.
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Battery Box Program
The Battery Recycle Box Program is active. Please drop your used batteries, light bulbs, ink cartridges and other recycle items in the battery box at the back of the room.