After the ringing of the virtual gong O Canada was sung by the Canuck's Mark Donnely who delivered it on skates completing it in spite of a pratfall at centre ice. Tom Smith delivered the morning's invocation. Visiting Rotarian: Patricia Sibley (Pacific Northwest Rotary Passport Club 5050) Guests: Kamil Kanjii (Dave Hamilton) Sameer Esmail Special Occasions: Birthday: Garry Shearer (June 8) Anniversary: Brad and Laura Dixon (June 8) This was followed by a special tribute to Queen Elizabeth who celebrates her birthday June 13; a collage of photos depicting her from birth and throughout her life to the present day. Special kudos to John C for his work in making Wheelers possible and so highly entertaining for the past nine weeks. Although these will come to an end president Gail announced that she plans to maintain the Monday morning Zoom coffee meetings President Gail also mentioned that is a good time to take advantage of the current circumstance to attend other clubs virtual meeting Sunshine Report Incoming president Laureen has experienced an attack of appendicitis that she is treating with intravenous feedings in daily hospital visits. She is managing these treatments and daily chores on her own but feeling she is now on the mend. Committee Selections Jill Moore Here is your chance to sign up for a committees. Jill will be sending out sheets that already contain some names but can always use more. Simply email or phone Jill to inform her of your selections Rotary Choice Awards Mitch Romano Reminder that nominations are open for selecting a local business that has done the most in helping people during the time of the shut-down The criteria are: . a business in Tsawwassen . not affiliated with Rotary ie workers/ownership Community interest is growing including the Optimist getting behind this recognition event. Entries should be submitted to Mitch by email with the results being announced at the President's Ball on June 17 District Conference Finale Sunday June 7 4:00 PM Address by District Governor Bala Nadoo Next regular meeting Thursday June 11 7:30 AM Presentation by Dr. Rumana Monzur who has a most compelling story of triumph over adversity . She tells her story while instilling love and hope whenever she speaks. This is a good time to invite guests to join us in hearing her. International committee Meeting Liz Ellis Next meeting Monday June 22 7:00 PM via Zoom Zoomball or Princident's Ball John C described what will be our crowning event of the year. The Hollywood Oscars will pale beside this production. The celebration will take place with champagne, fancy dress and scintillating presentations. A time to celebrate with the members who have made this an unforgettable year. Not to be missed on June 17, 2020! |