At our meeting on 30 May, Andi Matecsa welcomed back Aisley Ellis, a former Rotary student, who returned to speak to us about her experiences with the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA). Most recently, Aisley has been quite involved in the RYLA Junior camp (ie for High School aged youth), conducted at Canterbury Hills in the Ancaster vicinity. Aisley did a great job explaining her journey along the RYLA path as well as the values and benefits derived from this very valuable Rotary youth leadership program. 

Licence #6 is a wrap - at least from a prize-winner perspective, the excitement came to a close several weeks ago and since then, we have been dispensing the proceeds.  The weekly prizes have all been awarded and the Grand Prize winner has been announced - the scene is now set for another Licence #7 (planned to start on 09 June).
In terms of the proceedings, a significant amount of the cash raised goes right back into the local community in accordance with AGCO and County policies and guidelines. The enclosed poster gives a reflection on the twelve community causes that our Club has supported with Licence #6 proceeds.
We are proud to support this selection of community groups - they make us proud to be members of Norfolk County.
Well done to the Community Service Committee for the work that goes into managing these donations. BZ. 

One of the three ways that a Paul Harris Fellowship may be awarded is for the parent club to use its Foundation contribution points to nominate a particular member of its own club or the community at large.

At our 02 May 2023, Birthday Party at the Lynnwood Art Centre, Chair of the PI Cttee, Jim Simpson announced that Joanne Kiefer was to be recognized as a PHF for her ongoing and selfless contributions to our Club and the general community. In the presentation to Joanne, she was described as one of our strongest members, quietly serving in leadership roles, project/fundraising initiatives, membership concerns and public speaking roles/duties. Over the years, Joanne has capably lead several of our club committees (Club Services (18/19), Ways & Means (14/15) & Membership (10/11)) but her strong suit was said to be taking on community work that just needs to be done. Joanne has taken over and improved upon our Salvation Army festive-season collection programs. She has initiated the work that needed to be done to re-kit our new or older club members with new Rotary clothing. Joanne led the charge in our ‘Action’ series by organizing our collection and re-distribution of hygiene products for those in need.  She has been a continuing & dedicated author of our ecards for club members in need.  As a very active member of the PI Cttee Joanne has learned how to deal with the Print & Radio media and has had a very positive effect on getting great exposure for us. Being active in the local community also means that Joanne is an enthusiastic supporter and volunteer in the local ‘Strong Start’ program designed to help children age 5-7 years who are struggling with reading skills.  
Clearly, Joanne exemplifies 'service above self'. 

Well done, Joanne - BZ. As a Club, we are all thankful for what you do to support the RCNS and are very proud of what you bring to our community presence.

 

 

RCNS had a good turnout to the District 7090 Conference on Saturday; Louise Schebesch, Keith Jones, Sophie Mummery (outbound exchange student), Andi Matecsa, Wolf Lindemann, Gail Bouw.  District Governor Lisa Bishop & her partner Lionel were part of the contingent travelling to New York from Norfolk.

In the picture to the left; Wolf Lindemann presented the bell from The Rotary Club of Delhi for use at future Conferences of District 7090 - the bell is in memory of Karen Oakes.  Now, whenever a Conference of District 7090 begins, the bell will ring and Karen will be in attendance in spirit. Seen in the picture from left - Past District Governors Frank Adamson and Melisa Schrock, Wolf Lindemann with the bell, and District Governor Lisa Bishop.

Go to the 'Read more ...' tab for a note on the student exchange participation at this successful conference.