2023 Music Festival
The Music Festival was held recently. Please refer to the webpage for details, link
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2023 Rotary Music FestivalThe Festival is a go! Please refer to their webpage link All sessions being held at the Pentecostal Church except for:
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Rotary Christmas Gala |
45th Rotary Music Festival is a Go!March 13-15, 2023, marks the time when our Rotary Music Festival returns after a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. For details visit the Music Festival's webpage link. |
Tulips for Polio SaleIt's that time of year for our annual Tulips for Polio Sale. The eradication of polio in the world is a significant goal for Rotary worldwide. Rotary has been a global partner for many years and has contibuted hundreds of millions of dollar to the project. Rotary Club of Stephenville is selling Tulips to help raise money for Polio Vaccines. Please contact one of our Rotarians if you wish to order. If you don't know one, contact rotary.6403@gmail and we'll refer you to one. The cost is $25 for 25 tulips. You will be able to e-transfer the money once you have made an order with one of our Rotarians. Thank you in advance for your support!  |
Rotary "Yard Sale"On Saturday, June 18, 2022 we will be holding a yard sale on Main Street. Please come out and support us  |
Town of Stephenville CAO Speaks at Rotary
There has been a lot of buzz in and around Stephenville about several new economic development projects from the redevelopment of the airport to the sale of the Port to a wind energy/Hydrogen generation project as well as the revival of the downtown area and recreation additions to Blanche Brook Park Town of Stephenville's CAO, Colin Maddock spoke today at Rotary and gave attendees an update on many things that are happening in the community and the region on economic, social and recreation fronts. After Covid-19 it was refreshing to hear about positive possibilities and happenings. President Aldonna O'Keefe thanked Colin for his talk |
Final District 7820 ConferenceDistrict 7820 Virtual ConferenceEvery year a District Conference takes place where gusts speakers present talks on pertinent Rotary items. There are lots of opportunities to network and recharge Rotarian batteries. Up until Covid-19 these conferences took place in person. Covid times have upset opportunities for Rotarians across the District to get together to learn and share ideas that are an integral part of any organization's evolution. This year there was a conference, albeit abbreviated and virtual. With the merging of Districts 7820 and 7810 to form the new District 7815, this Conference was the last one for District 7820. The new District 7815 takes in all of Atlantic Canada and St Pierre et Miquelon. Normally only two attend from each club. This year more had an opportunity to attend. Thanks, Louis MacDonald for providing a getaway venue in Black Duck Siding.    |
Farming for Food Self SufficiencyAt this week's Rotary meeting Louis MacDonald of M & M Farming gave a talk about how Scott Madore and his business is growing (pun intended) to improve the island's food self-sufficiency. Over the three seasons, the business has grown to include several sites from the Codroy to Junction Brook by Deer lake. Their integrated approach to farming, which is highly mechanized, allows them to produce root crops and store them for overwintering consumption. They have also started secondary processing potatoes (french fries). With the addition of greenhouses to their business, they have also started making "salad makings" for local consumption. Louis MacDonald (l) being thanked by Rotarian Marie Stagg (r)  Potato Storage Facility  One of several fields in production  Louis MacDonald (l) and Scott Madore (r) partners, M & M Farming Company Limited  |
New Members Join Our ClubRecently our club was enriched by the addition of three new members, Marie Stagg, Diane Chaulk and Linda Sheppard. Welcome, and enjoy.
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Thank you Donors, Attendees, Volunteers and Rotarians
Our annual Dinner and Auction fundraiser is over for another year. In spite of Covid-19 restrictions that mandated that we reduce our attendance numbers by 40%, we were able to have a very successful fundraiser. As our posts have already said, Thank you. At this week's regular meeting Rotarians gathered to share a celebratory cake and take a selfie (it took many tries).
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Save the Date-Annual Rotary Dinner & AuctionIt's that time of year again to Save the Date for our Annual Dinner & Auction. Tickets are available from any Rotarian |
Rotary Foundation’s Group Study ExchangeThe Rotary Club of Stephenville goes international! The Rotary Club of Stephenville contributes to many local causes such as the Food Bank and the Hospital Foundation, but there is so much more! The club is associated with Rotary International where among others, issues including safe drinking water and Polio eradication are priorities. For the most part, the local club provides a financial contribution for international projects, however, there are exciting opportunities for those interested in international service or setting the stage to provide opportunities for others. Maybe the most exciting and rewarding opportunity was in 2005 when the Rotary Club of Stephenville sponsored Allison Lomond to participate in the Rotary Foundation’s    (GSE) in the Lagos area of Nigeria. GSE was a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for business people and professionals between the ages of 25 to 40 years, in the early stages of their careers. For four to six weeks, participants would experience the host country’s culture and institutions, observe how their vocations are practiced abroad, develop personal and professional relationships, and exchange ideas.Allison, along with three others, was chosen through a very unique and thorough selection process, to form a team. Although the team represented the Rotary District which includes Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Magdeline Islands, the four participants were from Newfoundland, who, along with the leader from Prince Edward Island, began preparations for the adventure. Then, Allison was off to Nigeria! Allison stayed with Rotarians and was immersed in a culture where she experienced warm hospitality and gratitude from community members who acknowledged how the work of Rotary International significantly improved their quality of life. While always aware of personal safety concerns and dealing with rolling blackouts from an inferior electrical system, Allison visited many schools, colleges, and universities, attended Rotary meetings, made presentations, and visited Rotary projects. Allison had the opportunity to visit a boarding school for children where Rotary International installed a well, meaning the students no longer had to walk 5 miles, twice daily to carry water for drinking and basic hygiene. Alison described the highlight of her experience as the opportunity to administer the Polio vaccine. Allison joined others at a public market where children were vaccinated. Parents were approached and with permission, their children received the oral vaccine. Because there was no formal way to record vaccines, as a child was vaccinated, an “X” was marked on their hand so others involved could quickly identify if a child was vaccinated. At the same time, others went by boat to remote communities to vaccinate children and in this case, they would paint an “X” on the door to let others know that vaccines had been administered in that particular home. Allison noted that first-world countries, because of vaccines, have been shielded from the impacts of Polio and other diseases. While in Nigeria, she saw firsthand, the devastation of severe physical deformities left in the wake of Polio, complicated by a lack of accessibility items such as wheelchairs. Allison, through the Rotary Club of Stephenville, was able to have one of the most rewarding and humbling experiences of a lifetime. Today, Allison is a Rotarian who truly knows the impact that Rotary International makes in third-world countries. Although the GSE program has been replaced, Rotary International continues to offer many unique and rewarding opportunities. If you are interested in being a participant, or joining the Rotary Club of Stephenville to provide opportunities to others, you participation is welcomed. Today, Rotary International offers the following programs: Rotary Peace Fellowships Each year, Rotary selects up to 100 professionals from around the world to receive fully funded academic fellowships at our Rotary Peace Centers. Rotary Community Corps Finding community solutions to community challenges, Rotary Community Corps unites Rotary members with nonmembers to make a positive difference. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) RYLA is a leadership development program for young people who want to learn new skills, build their confidence, and have fun. Events range from one-day seminars to weeklong camps. Rotary Youth Exchange Rotary Youth Exchange builds peace one young person at a time. Students learn a new language, discover another culture, and truly become global citizens. New Generations Service Exchange New Generations Service Exchange is a short-term, customizable program for university students and young professionals up to age 30. Participants can design exchanges that combine their professional goals with a humanitarian project. Grants For 100 years, The Rotary Foundation has been turning project ideas into reality. Our clubs receive funding to support humanitarian projects, scholarships, and international exchanges. Scholarships Rotary invests more than $7 million a year in our future leaders and philanthropists by funding scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study. |
50th Anniversary-History of Women in Our Club The Glass Ceiling is Shattered! Once the glass ceiling is shattered, there’s no going back. As women advance in society, they pave the way for others who should never have to face the same discrimination as those strong women who came before them. In the absence of barriers, we forget that the barriers were still in place not too long ago. 1980, for many people, does not seem like that long ago, but believe it or not, women were not permitted to join the Rotary Club of Stephenville until 1980. While they possessed skills such as leadership, organization, financial management, public relations but despite their skills, women were....well, women were women and that made some people very uncomfortable. The Rotary Club of Stephenville was formed in 1971 and chartered in October of that year. The charter members would have been business leaders and professionals from the local area. From the beginning, there was a commitment to community service, projects, and support for the community. There was a recognition of the valuable contribution of women, however rather than being full members, the women, typically the partner of a member, played a secondary role and were known as “Rotari-anns.” Excluding women from membership, while now seen as discriminatory was an acceptable process for many service organizations at that time. However, society was changing and women were taking their rightful place. By 1980, there was an expectation that the Rotary Club of Stephenville , would follow the global movement of Rotary International and welcome women to the club. According to a Rotarian in the club at that time, for the most part, the male members had no issue with changing the criteria for membership. The first female to join was Carmel Turpin who was the Editor of the Georgian, the community newspaper. So, once the glass ceiling was shattered, women continued to join. Today, most leadership roles in the club are filled by women, and gender issues are more of a history lesson than current battles. |
50th Anniversary-History of Projects & Fundraising The Rotary Club of Stephenville is approaching its 50th Anniversary! Most people are familiar with the Rotary Music Festival and the major annual fundraiser Auction held at the Legion in November. But, Rotary does so much more! Today, the Rotarians contribute to the local Food Banks, The Hospital Foundation, Long Term Health Care, Status of Women, Kettle Campaign, and Block the Bus. You see the town Clock at the corner of Main and Queen St. every day. As you walk through Blanch Brooke park, you see Rotary Place which is a peaceful area by Blanche Brook where you can sit and enjoy the peacefulness of the park. . Over the years, fundraising activities and projects have changed according to the needs of the community and the interests of the Rotarians. Maybe you can remember the Radio Auction? For many years, local businesses provided items or services that were used to help the Rotary Club of Stephenville. The items would be listed in the Georgian and the auction would be broadcasted on CFSX. This was an exciting event for the club which included the support of local businesses, newspapers, radio, and the general public. We all know that pumpkins are available for sale at many grocery stores in October. But they weren't always available. The Rotary Club of Stephenville was the first to bring pumpkins to the area as a fundraiser. A Rotarian would travel to the Annapolis Valley and purchase the pumpkins for 6 cents per pound (yes, 6 cents!). Although some initial skepticism about doing something unique, this fundraiser brought excitement and local customers for many years. The Rotary Club partnered with students enrolled in the Duke of Edinburgh program to sell the pumpkins and in turn, the club supported the Dukes. There have even been seal dinners, in partnership with the College of the North Atlantic, with the co-operation of the staff in the cooking and hospitality programs. When you look back over 50 years, the contribution from the Rotary Club of Stephenville is impressive.. There are also many projects that you may not remember, such as donating $5000 each year for 5 years to the new hospital for lobby furniture and sponsoring the Air Cadets in Port au Port. The list goes on! As you can see, the types of fundraisers and sponsored projects are open to the creativity and enthusiasm of the Rotarians. Maybe you would like to bring your skills and enthusiasm to the club. We would love to meet you! |
Cindy DuBois Receives True Rotarian AwardEach year the club considers recommending to the District Governor one of its members to receive the True Rotarian Award. This year the club nominated Rotarian Cindy DuBois. A "True Rotarian” is a person whose activities are a result of his/her personal goodwill and a sense that the world will be a better place as a result of his/her work and effort in Rotary. Congratulations Cindy. Cindy (l) accepts the award from club president Aldonna O'Keefe (l).
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Reusable Bag Fundraiser We are conducting our latest fundraiser on Facebook. Come join our fundraiser to buy some reusable bags
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RAFFLE TICKETS- CHRISTMAS WREATH & DECOR AUCTION We're holding a raffle in conjunction with our OnLine Christmas Wreath and Decor Auction, on Facebook. If you would like to purchase tickets, you can write the number of tickets in the comments and pay directly or at the end of the Auction. Tickets also available from Rotary Club Members. Lottery License #: 20-10225100L |
Rotary Online Christmas Wreath & Decor Auction Our Club has a Christmas Auction that closes at 12 Noon December 14th. The auction is on Facebook. The net proceeds will go towards supporting local initiatives. Join the Facebook Group and start your bidding
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Rotary Supports Stephenville Emergency Food ServicesRotary Club of Stephenville has been a financial and volunteer supporter of Stephenville Emergency Food Services to operate the Community Food Bank. Food Bank has returned to its home at St Augustine’s Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville. The Food Bank is open Fridays from 9:00 am to 1 pm. If you wish to make a financial donation you can do it online at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/stephenville-emergency-food-services/ |
Rotary Supports Local Food Bank
Our club partnered with Food for Families and Stephenville Emergency Food Services through a donation of $10,000 as part of our Covid-19 pandemic support. In early June we presented the cheque. participating was, l-r, Deb Jones, Mel Dean, Clyde Russell, and Brenda Pittman
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End Polio Now-Tulip Bulb SaleRotary is the major partner in the drive to eradicate polio in the world. Our district is conducting a fundraiser called Tulips for Polio. If you live in the metro Stephenville area we'd love you to participate. If you'd like to purchase a box, or two, of bulbs please contact any Rotarian to complete your order.  |
Rotary Financially Supports Local Food BanksThe K of C has partnered with Stephenville Emergency Food Services to operate the Food Bank from the K of C building on West St. The Food Bank will be open Fridays from 10:00 - 4:00. Qualifying clients from the Port au Port Peninsula through to Flat Bay can avail of this service. Anyone wishing to donate food items may do so every Saturday from 10:00 - 4:00 at the K of C building. If you wish to make a financial donation you can do it online at link  |
Semi-Monthly MeetingsIn recognition of the current Covid-19 outbreak and the need for all of us to physically distance ourselves we have suspended our in-person meetingsUntil further notice, our club meetings will be conducted virtually using the Zoom platform.For further information please contact us at rotary.6403@gmail.com |
45th Rotary Music Festival CancelledAfter extensive communications with the Provincial Federation of Music Festivals, other Music Festivals across the Province and in consultation with the Rotary Club of Stephenville Music Festival Steering Committee and club President, Mel Dean, a decision has been made to officially cancel the Rotary Music Festival 2020. We recognize that students have been working hard and practicing to put on a great show for our Music Festival. We want to thank them as well as our volunteer Steering Committee, our sponsors and the community for their commitment to the festival. However, this is a prudent step in an effort to contain the potential community spread of the Covid-19 virus. |
Club Partners to Host Winter Carnival's Luncheon
Rotary partnered with Stephenville Lions Club, Stephenville Winter Carnival Committee and College of the North Atlantic to hold the Annual Stephenville Winter Carnival's Seniors Luncheon. About 120 participants came to the event. Unfortunately our mascot Finny was unwell and stayed at home. For pics of the event see the photo album that will be added to as our photographers pass along their pics. link |
Rotary Club of Stephenville Changes Meeting Dates
Effective February 5, 2020, Rotary Club of Stephenville changed its meetings to semi-monthly versus weekly. The times and locations also changed. The location is at the Reg Diamond Board Room, WE Cormack Centre. The club will be meeting on the first Wednesday of the month at 12 Noon at the Reg Diamond Boardroom and on the Third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm, also at the Reg Diamond Boardroom. Refer to our website link and Facebook link for details.  |
Lori Deeley Speaks About Art Therapy
Lori Deeley spoke at Rotary about Art Therapy, the process, and the many opportunities to use it to help people to deal with every day and chronic stresses and the impact that impacts everyone. She noted many initiatives she has been involved with to help Rotarians understand the possibilities that Art Therapy brings. Thanking her were Rotarians Marina Mercer (l) and Aldonna O'Keefe (r).
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Tony Wakeham Inducted as New Member
Tony Wakeham was inducted into the club today. Membership Chair, Debbie Humber (l) presented Tony with his certificate while Aldonna O'Keefe (2nd r) spoke about Tony's varied career (business and health care administration) and athletic accomplishments. Mel Dean, president (r) presented Tony with his pin. Welcome to our club.
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Winter Carnival Senior's LuncheonRotary is pleased to spread the word that once again we are partnering with other groups to sponsor the Annual Stephenville Winter Carnival's Seniors Luncheon. Along with Stephenville Lions Club, Stephenville Winter Carnival Committee, College of the North Atlantic we will be hosting the Luncheon at the Stephenville Lions Club at 12 Noon on February 21, 2020. Come join us for lunch, music, and prizes.  |
Rotary Supports Stephenville Historical Society
Rotary has partnered with Stephenville Historical Society since the inception of the Society's Museum. At Wednesday's meeting, our club renewed its partnership by donating $1000. The Society's President, Linda Collier (l) accepted our donation from Rotarian Debbie Humber (r)
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Kip Kaus Joins Rotary
On Wednesday our club welcomed a new Rotarian, Kip Kaus. We welcome new members who wish to engage in "Service Above Self", Rotary's motto. Rotarians Debbie Humber (l) and Mel Dean (r) welcomed Kip. Our club's mascot, Finny assisted in the induction ceremony.
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Rotary Supports Stephenville Library Board
Our club has had a long-standing partnership with Stephenville Library Board in support of literacy in our area
This year our contribution was matched by the NL Library Board. Finny joined Mel Dean, Marcheta Gallant Sharon Alexander, and Aldonna O'Keefe as they viewed the french language children's books our contribution made happen |
Danielle Shea Speaks at Rotary
Danielle Shea - Director of Client Services of Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital came in to give us a presentation this week. It was very interesting and informative! Seen here with Rotarian Debbie Humber saying Thank You for enlightening us!!
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Rotarians Work the Kettle
Rotary Club of Stephenville has partnered for many years with the Salvation Army to support the Annual Kettle Campaign. Our Mascot Finny joined Rotarians as they worked the Kettle on Dec 20, 2019. Here Finny is with Debbie Humber (l) and Marina Mercer (r).
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Finny Celebrates A Christmas Adventure with Rotarians
Finny joined Debbie Humber (l) and Marina Mercer (r) to celebrate the Town of Stephenville's A Christmas Adventure on Dec 19, 2019
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Final Rotary Jackpot Winner
The final draw of the Rotary Jackpot took place on December 11, 2019. Club President Mel Dean drew the winning ticket valued at $2005. the winner was Ruth Forsey. Ruth (l) accepted her winning cheque from Aldonna O'Keefe (r) at our regular meeting on Dec 18. Here is the link to our photo album of past winners
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No Weekly Meetings Dec 25 and Jan 1
Rotarians will be taking a break during the festive season. The regular Wednesday meetings are canceled for December 25th and January 1st
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Rotarians Partake in Annual Turkey Speil
On Wednesday Rotarians gathered for the Annual Turkey Shoot where Rotarians had some fun pretending to curl. The "Winning" Team consisted of Deb Jones, Aldonna O'Keefe, mary Lambert and Chris Soper. The group posed with Finny the club's mascot following the victory celebrations
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Final Rotary Jackpot Draw
The winner of the Rotary Jackpot drawn today at Noon is Ruth Forsey who won $2205. For those who supported the Rotary Jackpot initiative, we thank you.
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Rotary Supports Stephenville Emergency Food Services
Rotary Club of Stephenville partners with Stephenville Emergency Food Services and the Salvation Army's Kettle Campaign each year to help the region. This week our mascot Finny spent time at the group's facility to assist in stocking the shelves for the season
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Lt Col Mark Felix Speaks at Rotary
Today at Rotary Lt Col Mark Felix c/o of 2nd Battalion RNR spoke about how the Battalion has progressed in recruitment as well spoke about the numerous facets of training that the Regiment engages in as the Arctic Response Company Group since the Regiment's appointment in 2018. The speaker fielded a great number of questions from engaged Rotarians.
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Finny at BSG Folk Arts Council Party
Finny joined Rotarian Aldonna O'Keefe at the Folk Arts Council's Christmas Party
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Rotary Supports Annual Kettle Campaign
Today Rotarians participated in the kick off to the annual Kettle Campaign. In addition to a significant financial contribution club members will Work the Kettle on December 20. Our mascot Finny joined the group.
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Rotary's Annual Dinner & Auction Takes PlaceOn Saturday, Nov. 23 our club held its 14th Annual Dinner & Auction. It is the main fundraiser for the club to allow it to contribute to the area's initiative and International efforts. The club would like to thank all those who attended the event and contributed by participating in games and auctions. None of this can take place without the generous support of local individuals and local/regional/provincial businesses both small and large. We thank you. For pictures of the event take a look at our 2019 Annual Rotary Dinner & Auction photo album.  |
Rotary Partners with Stephenville Emergency Food Services
Rotary has partnered with Stephenville Emergency Food Services to make and distribute food hampers in the area. Chris Gosse representing the group accepts a $1500 cheque from Rotarian Deb Jones.
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Rotary Jackpot Estimated at $1800Jackpot is estimated at $1800. The draw will be on December 11, 2019. We have Direct Sales Events on Nov 29 at Dominion, Dec 6 at Dominion and Dec 7 at Coleman's Food Centre Rotary Jackpot tickets are also available at 14 outlets in Stephenville Crossing, Stephenville, Port au Port East, and Port au Port West. |
Rotarians Attend Stephenville's Economic Plan presentation
The Town of Stephenville launched its economic plan and Rotarians along with Finny were there to find out about the great plans in store for the town! (L-R: Rotarians Mary Lambert, Allison Lomond, Mel Dean, Mayor Tom Rose, Councilors Laura Aylward, Mark Felix, Rotarian Rosa Dollard, and Councilor Susan Fowlow). #PIpuppy7820
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Rotary Participates in Stephenville Cultural Event
Rotarians gathered en masse to participate in the Stephenville Multicultural Event! Rotary assembled a table with background information about our club. What a fabulous event organized by the town and its partners to welcome newcomers to our community. We were happy to be there with Finny! #community #welcome #pipuppy7820.
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On Wednesday, we were delighted to present to Gerry Clark a cheque for $1,000 to go towards the purchase of much-needed equipment for the Stephenville, Kippens, Port au Port Search & Rescue. This dedicated group of volunteers provide an invaluable service to the BSG region and have helped save many lives. Deb Jones presented the cheque on behalf of the club.
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Rotarians Plant Trees with Stephenville Leo Club
Past Rotary International President, Ian Risely challenged every Rotary club to make a difference by planting a tree for each of its members between the start of the Rotary year on 1 July and Earth Day on 22 April 2018. Environmental degradation and global climate change are serious threats to everyone. Trees remove carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the air, which slows global warming. The result of that effort will be far greater than the environmental benefit that those 1.2 million new trees will bring. The greater result will be a Rotary that recognizes our responsibility not only to the people on our planet, but to the planet itself! Continuing the tradition we started last year, we partnered with the Stephenville Leos Club and the local MHA, Tony Wakeham. We would like to thank Mr. Wakeham for providing the seedlings that came from the Woodale nursery in central Newfoundland. Thank you to Brenda Dennis with the Leos Club in the planning of this event. We would also like to acknowledge the cooperation of Mr. Mike Campbell, Town Manager with the Town of Stephenville for providing the space and accepting the trees that will eventually be placed throughout the town. For more pics see our photo album link |
Rotary Supports STRH Foundation
At the annual radiothon where many Rotarians volunteered, time was taken to present a $1000 donation to the Foundation. Laura Aylward (c) accepted the donation from (l-r) Wanda Hillyard, Marina Mercer, Rosa Dollard, Mel Dean, Aldonna O'Keefe and Christine O'Brien. Photo was taken by Janice Kennedy
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Rotary Supports Breakfast Program
One of Rotary International's causes is supporting education. Our club believes that healthy bodies are needed to support the learning experience. Breakfast programs dovetail nicely into this theme. This week our club supported the breakfast program at Ecole St Anne. Making the presentation on behalf of the club was Wanda Hillyard (l) to Vicky Greene (r) representing the Breakfast Program at the school
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14th Dinner & Auction-Nov 23, 2019Tickets are going fast. Don't miss out on this great event. Tickets are on sale at Debbie's Video and from Rotarians  |
Rotary Supports Pride Week
Today at Rotary we formally presented a cheque to Western Pride NL in support of activities that took place during Pride Week 2019. Rotarian Wanda Hillyard presented the donation to Andrew Hibbitts
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RFE Visitors from Oregon
A special thing about Rotary is the fellowship that results when Rotarians participate in Rotary Fellowship Exchanges. The exchanges, financed by participating Rotarians, provide a wonderful way of seeing the world and meeting other Rotarians. This past Wednesday our club hosted 5 Rotarians and their partners from Oregon, USA. Stephenville Mayor Tom Rose hosted our guests at the Town Hall and provided them with a Reader's Digest version of the connection Stephenville has to the USA.
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Friendly Invasion Thank You
Thank you to the Friendly Invasion Committee for hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Event to thank all the volunteers who contributed to make the Friendly Invasion such a successful event!
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Rotarian Becomes a Canadian Citizen
On Wednesday, July 17th Rotarian Minal Abhange took her Oath of Citizenship and became a Canadian citizen. Our club welcomes Minal's choice to become a Canadian
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District Governor Louisa Horne Visits our Club |
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On July 3-4, 2019 Rotarians spruced up The Rotary Place by weeding, adding new shrubs and supplementary mulch. Here is the link to The Rotary Place's Photo Album
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Presentation to Stephenville Library Board
The club donated $500 for the purchase of French language books for children. Presenting the cheque to Marchetta Gallant (c) were Chris Soper, Wanda Hillyard & Finny, Marchetta, Anne Doyle, and Mel Dean. Janice Kennedy took the photo.
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Rotary JackpotThe Rotary Club of Stephenville is pleased to introduce the Rotary Jackpot. It replaces the previous 50-50 draw. Started June 1st we moved from a monthly 50-50 to a twice a year Rotary Jackpot. With your support, this means bigger and better jackpots! To get your tickets, head out to our great local sponsors and if you're lucky, you'll be heading into Christmas in the green! Rotarians also sell direct twice a month at Coleman's Food Centre and/or Dominion. See our schedule, link  |
Notice -Annual Meeting in the Park
On Wednesday, July 3rd we will have our Annual Meeting in the Park at The Rotary Place. Bring your own lunch and tools to weed The Rotary Place
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NOTICE-WEEKLY MEETING CHANGE JUNE 26
For this week only the weekly meeting will be held in the Reg Diamond Board Room at the WEC Centre. The meeting will start at its usual time, 12 Noon. It will be a bring your own sandwich lunch if you wish to eat.
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Rotary Partners with Stephenville Theatre Festival
Rotary continues its long term partnership with Stephenville Theatre Festival. mary lambert presented a cheque for $1100 to STF Chair Don Dunphy.
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Rotary Supports Rotarian in Ride for Sight
Motorcyclists from around Newfoundland gathered in Gander for the annual Ride For Sight on June 21st. Ride for Sight raises much-needed funds for vision research on behalf of The Foundation Fighting Blindness. Our club is happy to have supported the cause with Rotarian Mary Lambert (on the motorcycle) taking part!
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Rotary Sponsors Friendly Invasion Parade
The Rotary Club of Stephenville is once again pleased to sponsor the opening parade and BBQ for The Friendly Invasion. Rotarian Rosa Dollard (l) presented the sponsoring cheque to SCDC (The Friendly Invasion) board member Aldonna O'Keefe (r). The Opening parade and BBQ will take place on July 10th.
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Mike Dawson Speaks at Rotary
Today at Rotary, Retired RCMP Officer Mike Dawson spoke about his experiences with a UNHCR Peacekeeping/making mission in Croatia in 1992. He spent 6 months on that mission along with other Mounties and representatives from several other countries. He had Rotarians captivated with his reflections. Promoting Peace is one of the 6 underpinning causes that Rotary International supports. Thanks, Mike for putting a face to this cause. |
2018 Stephen Awards Volunteer
Noreen Dwyer is the 2018 Stephen Awards Volunteer for the Rotary Club of Stephenville. Noreen, who was the Executive Secretary of the Rotary Music Festival from 2014 to 2019, was recognized at the Stephen Awards banquet on May 5th. Congratulations Noreen. Stephenville Mayor Tom Rose presented Noreen with her award.
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Peter Fenwick Speaks About Community Composting
Thank you to Mayor Peter Fenwick of Cape St. George for sharing with our club how their community drastically reduced its waste through the community composting program.
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44th Music Festival ConcludesThe 2019 Stephenville Rotary Music Festival concluded on April 6th with the Festival Concert. This 44th season saw some rising stars. The 2019 Rose Bowl winner was pianist Ben Harris. Presenting Ben (c) with the Rose Bowl was David Walsh (l) of Ben's PharmaChoice financial sponsor of the $500 Scholarship and Mel Dean (r), President of the Rotary Club of Stephenville and Congratulations Ben. To see photos of the festival visit the Music Festival Webpage and click on 2019 Music Festival Pictures or go directly by this link .JPG) |
43rd Rotary Music Festival
On Monday, we are kicking off our 43rd Annual Music Festival!! Join us at the Arts & Culture Centre where in the morning (9:30 am-noon), it is the local school choirs singing, the afternoon (1:15 - 3:20 pm) will feature solo speech and choral speech and the evening(7:00 pm - 8:55 pm) will treat you to musical theatre!!
You can pick up your copy of the program for the week at Ben's Pharmacy, Debbie's Video or Susannah Rose Quilt Patch. |
Rotarians Work the Phones for BSG Sick Children's Foundation Telethon
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Rotary Celebrates Pink T-Shirt Day
February was Violence Prevention Month in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our club took part in several ways. We attended the Proclamation Signing at the Town of Stephenville. Janice Kennedy, a Rotarian and the Executive Director of the Bay St. George Status of Women Council did an activity with Rotarians to understand the impacts of violence in our community and what we can do to make our community a safer place. Finally, on Wednesday, we proudly wore pink as part of Pink Shirt Day right across Canada!
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Rotary Supports Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation
Today the Rotary Club of Stephenville contributed $1000 to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation. While accepting the club's contribution Foundation Chair Laura Aylward spoke about the Foundation and the need for groups and individuals to contribute throughout the year. Rotary also partners with the Foundation during the annual Radiothon held each year in late September. Presenting the cheque are Rotarian Wanda Hillyard (l) and Anne Doyle (r). |
Rotary Hosts Annual Senior's Luncheon
Today several dozen seniors braved the weather to come to join us as we partnered with The Lions Club, Winter Carnival Committee and Coleman's Food Centre to host our annual Senior's Luncheon (and Bingo). See our photo album, link
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Our club supports many community initiatives One of these is a long-running one with Stephenville Historical Society. At today's meeting, we presented a donation, at the Silver level, to Brenda MacIsaac-Treasurer. Brenda (l) accepts the cheque for Rotarian Anne Doyle (r)
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Karen Wilcox-Gorman Speaks About Edible Plants in NL
Karen Wilcox-Gorman (r) spoke today about edible plants in NL. She gave an informative talk about simple easy to access plants that often are viewed as weeds that can be used fresh, in recipes as food, or used to make drinks. Rotarian Wanda Hillyard (l) thanked Karen
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Rotary Club of Stephenville wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a healthy and prosperous new year. We thank everyone in the Bay St George region who worked with us in 2018 to help citizens of our region.
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Rotarian's Christmas Party Donates to SWCSPCA
Rotarians had their Christmas Party on December 14th. In lieu of a gift exchange Rotarians brought donations of various sorts for the South West Coast SPCA. On Dec 19th Rotarians Anne Doyle (2-l) and Debbie Humber (r) presented the donations to SWCSPCA representatives Kim Blanchard (l) and Colleen O'Leary (2-r).
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ScotiaBank Matches Rotary 50-50 sales
A sincere Thank You to Scotiabank in Stephenville who matched Rotary's 50/50 income from ticket sales. Accepting the cheque from Scotiabank representative Shirley Ellsworth for $2974 is Rotary Club's 50/50 committee Chair, Anne Doyle. |
No Meetings December 26 and January 2Rotarians will be taking a break during the festive season. The regular Wednesday meetings are cancelled for December 26th and January 2nd
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Rotary Works the Kettle
Rotarian Debbie Humber along with other Rotarians volunteered today to work the kettle at the mall. As Debbie said “The Salvation Army Kettle Drive does a lot of good for needy families especially at Christmas, so if you see someone like me volunteering at the kettle, please give generously. Lots of kids will get Christmas gifts because of this event!”
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Debbie Brake-Patten Speaks at Rotary
Debbie Brake-Patten spoke about the registered charitable organization she established in 2016, Hope for Ryan Inc., and the summer camp, Camp Evergreen, that is associated with the charity. The target group is children 2-18 with Autism. The charity is establishing itself and is using land owned by Debbie’s extended family in the Crabbe’s River area. In 2017 they had a weekend camp at Pirate’s Haven and in 2018 they had a weekend camp at Debbie’s summer home on Camp 180 Road. The intent is to migrate to weekly camps from June through September in the future.
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Rotary Supports SA Kettle Campaign 2018
On Friday evening, Club President Mel Dean and Rotarian Debbie Humber, presented the Rotary Club of Stephenville's contribution to this year's Salvation Army Kettle Campaign to Lts David and Lorenda Dale. All monies raised go towards helping families at Christmas and helping people find a way out of poverty. Rotarians will be volunteering their time on the kettles this December!
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2018 Dinner & Auction-A Success
On Saturday, Nov 17th we hosted our 13th Annual Dinner and Auction. What an event. A sold-out crowd attended (200 people). Volunteers supplemented the human resources we have in the club. The event was the most successful one to date. 178 Businesses and individuals contributed donations to make the event a success. Two of our Rotarians took time out to ham it up. Link |
Sept-2018 50-50 Winner Randy MacIsaac
Congratulations to Randy MacIsaac winner of the September Rotary 50/50 draw - Randy received a cheque for $407.00 from Rotarian Deb Jones
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STRH Foundation Radiothon
On Friday Rotarians pitched in to help the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation's annual radiothon. A great showing of 9 Rotarians helped with all facets of the annual event. Our club has partnered with teh Foundation for many years. Thanks to all Rotarians for teaming with the foundation to make the radiothon a success.
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Rotarians Attend Proclamation Signing-Sexual Violence Awareness Week
President Mel Dean with Rotarian Janice Kennedy (Executive Director of the Bay St. George Women's Centre) at Town of Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador for the signing of the proclamation by Mayor Tom Rose marking the start of#SexualViolenceAwarenessWeek. with the Bay St. George Coalition to End Violence |
West Coast Correctional Centre Greenhouse
Rotary Club of Stephenville partnered with the Lions Club and the Towns of Kippens and Stephenville in sponsoring a greenhouse project this summer at the West Coast Correctional Centre (WCCC). Dave Murray, a Classification Officer at WCCC, spoke at Rotary this week about how the project was run and the successes seen from it. Thanks, Dave for sharing your experiences with us.
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Block The Bus
Rotarian Debbie Humber presents a cheque for $500.00 to Stephenville's Block The Bus 2018 - accepting the cheque is Don Gibbon with Rotarian Deb Jones, Marina Mercer Mel Dean, Minal Abhange and the VOCM team. The event was organized to support the Community Youth Network (CYN) to fill the bus with school supplies.
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District Governor Visits
Every year in the Summer the incoming District Governor visits our club. This year Rob Christie visited. He met with the Executive and Board where he spoke about the 2018-2019 Rotary Theme, "Be the Inspiration". He attended the Weekly Meeting making award presentations to Rotarians and was our Guest Speaker. Following the meeting, he toured the area visiting places where Rotary has made a difference, the theme for 2017-2018. Follow the link to see some of the pics that capture the activities of District Governor Rob during his visit.
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District Governor Addresses Club
2018-2019 DG Rob Christie spoke at the regular weekly meeting
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The True Rotarian Award Presentation to Chris Soper
2018-2019 District Governor Rob Christie (l) and Mel Dean (r) present The True Rotarian Award to Chris Soper for his contributions to Rotary and the club.
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Perfect Attendance Award Mel Dean
2018-2019 District Governor Rob Christie presents a two-year certificate to Mel dean for his perfect attendance in both 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 |
Paul Harris+2 Presentation to Cindy Dubois
2018-2019 District Governor Rob Christie presents a Paul Harris + 2 pin to Cindy DuBois in recognition of her donations to The Rotary Foundation.
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Perfect Attendance Award-Chris Soper
2018-2019 District Governor Rob Christie presents a one year certificate to Chris Soper for his perfect attendance in 2017-2018
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Rotarians Share Convention Experience
Rotarians Pauline Duffy and Mel Dean shared their experience at the 2018 Toronto Rotary Convention. They both participated in several activities and met fellow Rotarians from several international clubs.
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July 2018 50-50 Winner Mary Cormier
Congratulations to Mary Cormier-winner of the July Rotary 50/50 draw - Mary received a cheque for $409.00 from Rotarian Debbie Humber.
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Rotary Presents the Friendly Invasion Parade
Thanks to Debra Coughlin and the Rotarians ( Mel Dean, Christine Obrien, Debbie Humber, Wanda Hillyard, Anne Doyle, Rosa Dollard and Minal Abhange) who participated in the Friendly Invasion Parade and the BBQ.
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Rotarians Attend 2018 RI Convention in Toronto
Rotarians Pauline Duffy and Mel Dean attended the 2018 RI Conference in Toronto from June 23-27, 2018. They reported about their experience at the weekly meeting
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June 2018 50-50 Winner Jason Young
Congratulations to Jason Young- Winner of the May Rotary 50/50 draw receiving a cheque for $443.00 from Rotarian, Deb Jones.
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Rotary Donates to the BSG Status of Women Council
Janice Kennedy Rotarian and Executive Director of BSG Status of Women Council accepted $1000 donation from Rotarian Deb Jones. The donation will help fund the workshops run by the BSG Status of Women Council.
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Marina Mercer Inducted into Club
Marina Mercer (l) is welcomed into Rotary by her sponsor Debbie Humber (r)
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Odelle Pike Speaks at Rotary
Rotarian, Jan Smith with Odelle Pike of the Newfoundland Aboriginal Women's Network and the People of the Dawn Friendship Centre, spoke to the Club on community involvement of the two organizations. She also announced the People of the Dawn Friendship Centre is offering a Narcotics Anonymous service at the centre at 7 p.m. every Tuesday and a free and confidential needle exchange service starting June 6 at the friendship centre from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
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RI’s Challenge to Plant a Tree
Thanks to the 2nd Stephenville Guides and the Rotarians ( Mel Dean, Pauline Duffy, Debbie Humber, Marina Mercer, Cindy Dubois, Wanda Hillyard and Minal Abhange) who participated in the planting of trees as part of our club’s response to RI’s challenge to Plant a Tree for Every Rotarian. 30 Norwegian Spruce samplings were planted at the Anglican Church on Monday, May 28th, 2018. |
May 2018 50-50 Winner Keith Wilton
Congratulations to Keith Wilton- Winner of the May Rotary 50/50 draw - Debbie Wilton received the cheque for $443.00 and $100 cheque for the sale of the ticket from Rotarian Fintan Alexander.
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Stephenvile Theatre Festival
Heather Braaten and Don Dunphy from Stephenvile Theatre Festival accept $1100 donation from Rosa Dollard. They spoke about the upcoming 40th year celebration and the season’s lineup.
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Volunteer of the year 2017 Award
Congratulations to Rotarian Chris Soper- Accepting the Volunteer of the year 2017 Award from Debbie Brake Patten Mayor of the Town of Kippens at Stephenville Awards.
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Vocational Talk-Christine O'Brien
Rotarian Christine O'Brien provided us with an entertaining and enlightening talk about herself. Thanks, Christine, for letting us get to know you better.
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Town of Stephenville Speaks at Rotary
Mayor Tom Rose and Finance Chair Councillor Mark Felix spoke at Rotary about the results of the recent survey of Stephenville taxpayers as to what their view of Town priorities should be. After the presentation, some Rotarians posed for a picture. (l-r) Rotarians Debbie Humber, Wanda Hillyard, mayor Rose, Rotarian Chris Soper, Councillor Felix and Rotarian Minal Abhange.
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TLC Session in Corner Brook
Rotarians from Stephenville and Corner Brook gathered for a Training for Leaders of Clubs (TLC) session on April 7, 2018, that was facilitated by DGE Rob Christie and District Trainer Lori-Anne Jones (Back Right).
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Darlene Oake Speaks at Rotary
Darlene Oake, Senior Campus Director, BSG Campus, CNA spoke about the Motive Power Centre of Excellence that is is being purpose-built for the training of operators and maintenance people who work in the heavy equipment, transport, automotive and small engine trades. The project, funded by the Federal and Provincial governments, is expected to have a capital cost of $18.5 million and will be one of a small number of institutions where the training of operators of motorized equipment and the associated maintenance personnel will share a collaborative learning experience in one facility.
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Rotary Donates to the Stephenville Historical Society
Stephenville Historical Society member Aldonna O'Keefe accepts a $1000 donation from President Mel Dean which represents a Siver level sponsorship of the Regional Museum of Art & History for 2018.
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Rotarians Work the Phones for BSG Sick Children's Foundation Telethon
Rotarians volunteered this evening to work the phones at the BSG Sick Children's Foundation Telethon. Rotarians (l-r) Aldonna O'Keefe, Wanda Hillyard, Chris Soper, Anne Doyle and Deb Jones had a fun time helping out. For more pics go to link
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Rotary Music Festival Concert and Awards
On Saturday Night the Rotary Music Festival concluded with the Festival Concert where talent from throughout the region was showcased. The evening included the presentation of awards that included the Rose Bowl. This year's Rose Bowl winner was vocalist Janey-Lynn Perrier. Presenting Janey-Lynn (c) with the Rose Bowl was Mel Dean (l), President of the Rotary Club of Stephenville and David Walsh (r) of Ben's PharmaChoice financial sponsor of the $750 Scholarship. Congratulations Janey-Lynn |
Rose Bowl Competition Participants
Following the 2018 Rose Bowl competition, the four participants gathered for a series of photos. The four participants were (l-r) Radhika Verma (Piano), Sarah Mercer (Vocal), Abigail Pinsent (Clarinet) and Janey-Lynn Perrier (Vocal).
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43rd Annual Rotary Music Festival Adjudicator Speaks at Rotary
Today's 43rd Annual Rotary Music Festival Luncheon featured our guest speaker and Adjudicator, Jacinta Mackey Graham who spoke on the theme "It Takes a Village to Raise a Child" and how that phrase has parallels with how music festivals work. A community working with young performers provides support so that participants can challenge themselves, apply discipline to their lives, learn cooperation and how to manage their time. Borrowing another phrase, she noted, "Teach them well and let them lead the way".
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50-50 Draw Supports the Region
Rotary Club of Stephenville has had a Monthly 50-50 draw for 8 years. It is one of two fundraisers the club uses to raise funds to support projects, initiatives, and projects. Without the 50-50 draw, we would not be able to contribute as much as we do in our region. Please support the Rotary Club of Stephenville 50-50. Tickets are available at several businesses in the area as well as regular direct sales twice a month of Friday's at Coleman's Food Centre and Dominion in Stephenville. Today Aldonna O'Keefe (l) and Wanda Hillyard (r) sold tickets at Coleman's.
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Rotarian Debbie Humber gave an interesting and insightful vocational on February 21, 2018. Thank you Debbie for letting us get to know you better!
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Induction of New Rotarians Minal Abhange & Danielle Greene
Induction of New Rotarians Minal Abhange & Danielle Greene. Welcome to Rotary!
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Stephenville High Wellness day
Rotary Club of Stephenville was a significant sponsor of the Wellness Day held at Stephenville High. A group of Rotarians turned out to help make the day a success. For more photos see our photo album, link.
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Welcome Cindy DuBois
Cindy DuBois (l) is welcomed as a member of our club by President Mel Dean (r). Cindy transferred from Rotary Club of Sussex NB. Welcome, Cindy.
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Clyde Russell Speaks About Peace and Conflict Intervention
Col. Clyde Russell (Ret), a former Rotarian, spoke at the Weekly Meeting about Peace and Conflict Intervention in conjunction with Rotary's February Theme; Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution. He reflected on his many experiences in Cyprus, Bosnia, and Afghanistan and noted how NGO's can, and do, make a difference in the quest for Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution. Aldonna O'Keefe (l) thanked Clyde (r) for his insightful and informative talk.
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Winter Carnival Senior's Luncheon
Each year, the Rotary Club of Stephenville co-sponsors the Stephenville Winter Carnival Free Seniors' Luncheon & Bingo Game. Thank you to our partners; Winter Carnival Committee, Stephenville Lions Club, Colemans Food Centre and Whites Pharmasave for making the event a success! Some of the Lions and Rotarians took time out for a photo. For the photo album of the event click the link
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President Mel Dean (l) thanks Rotarian Anne Doyle (r) for her insightful vocational. Thanks Anne for letting us get to know you better
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2018-01-10 Guest Speaker Blair Fradsham
Rotarian Deb Jones (l) presents a token of our appreciation to Blair Fradsham (r) who was our guest speaker at the Jan 10, 2018 Weekly Meeting. Blair, Assistant Superintendent-West Coast Correctional Center spoke about the center, its programs and the contributions it makes to our society. Rotarians were engaged in the talk asking many questions.
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Selling 50-50 Tickets at Co-op
Rotarian Debbie Humber sold tickets at the Co-op. Here Debbie sells a ticket to Marjorie Power
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2017-12-14 Rotarians Work the Kettle
Anne Doyle (r) was one of several Rotarians who worked the Kettle on Dec 7th and Dec 14th. Hats off to these Rotarians for contributing to their community.
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Pauline Duffy Speaks About Epilepsy in NL
Rotarian Pauline Duffy of Epilepsy NL presented her story of epilepsy and how Epilepsy NL has evolved over her 20 years on the Board. Thank you, Pauline, for a bang-up job.
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Club President Mel Dean (l) and Immediate Past President Mare Stagg (r) welcome Rotarian Wanda Hillyard to our club. Mel was Wanda's sponsor.
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Stephenville Emergency Food Bank
Reverend Kris Gosse of the Stephenville Emergency Food Bank accepts a cheque for $1500.00 from Rotarian Deb Jones.
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2017 Salvation Army Kettle Campaign
Salvation Army Lt. David Dale & Lt. Lorenda Dale are presented with a $500 cheque for the Kettle Campaign from Rotary President Mel Dean and Rotarians Anne Doyle & Rosa Dollard
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Co-op 50-50 Sales
Dianne Priddle purchases her Rotary 50-50 ticket from Rotarians Aldonna O'Keefe and Marie Stagg at Co-op in Stephenville.
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Kindale Library Presentation-Nov 20, 2017
Rotary Club of Stephenville presents a cheque for $500.00 to Kindale Library to assist in purchasing books for children. Left to right: Aldonna O'Keefe, Marie Stagg, Steve Penney-Library Treasurer, Mel Dean, Anne Doyle, Sharon Alexander-Library Chair and Rosa Dollard.
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October 2017
Congratulations to Iris White of Stephenville -Winner of Rotary Club's 50-50 October draw. Accepting the cheque for $648.00 from Rotarian Deb Jones is daughter Tanya White.
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CBDC Long Range 30th Anniversary AGM
Rotary President Mel Dean, Rotarian Mary Lambert (Executive Director of CBDC Long Range, Rotarians Rosa Dollard and Jan Smith attend the 30th Anniversary AGM & Stakeholders meeting at Dhoon Lodge on October 18th.
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Anne Doyle - 50-50 at Dominion
Stephenville Rotarian Anne Doyle sells 50-50 tickets at Dominion on October 14th - thanks to everyone for your support. |
STRH Radiothon, 2017
Rotarians Chris Soper, Mary Lambert (left) and CNA Students accept a pledge for the annual STRH Foundation.
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STRH Foundation Donation
The Rotary Club of Stephenville presented a cheque for $1000.00 to the STRH Foundation Radiothon. Pictures are Rotarians Mary Lambert, Aldonna O'Keefe, Marie Stagg, Laura Aylward of the Foundation, Rotary President Mel Dean and Chris Soper.
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STRH Radiothon
Rotarians Aldonna O'Keefe and Marie Stagg take pledges at the annual STRH Foundation Radiothon.
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50/50 Sales at Dominion
Dave Flynn of Lourdes purchases his 50-50 tickets from Rotarians Jan Smith and Pauline Duffy at Dominion
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50/50 Sales at Colemans
Ken Keating of Stephenville purchased his 50-50 tickets from Rotarians Jan Smith and Marie Stagg at Colemans. Thanks to everyone who supported the Rotary Club of Stephenville.
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STRH Foundation Laura Aylward & Anna Simon
Thank you to Laura Aylward - President of the STRH Foundation and Anna Simon - Development Officer/Director who spoke to Rotarians at their weekly meeting. Laura and Anna pose with Rotary President Mel Dean. |
Terry Fox Presentation 2017
Rotarian Rosa Dollard and Club President Mel Dean present a cheque for $500.00 to the annual Terry Fox Walk. Rosa's husband, Joe (l) and Mel's wife, Marg (2nd from r) accompanied the Rotarians on the walk. |
Deb & Anne at Coleman's 50/50 sales
Stephenville Rotarians in Action - Deb Jones & Anne Doyle at Coleman's selling Rotary 50-50 tickets. |
August 2017 50-50 Winner Chris Gallant
Congratulations to Chris Gallant - Winner of the July Rotary 50/50 draw - presenting the cheque for $446.00 to Mr. Gallant is Rotarian Deb Jones |
2017-09-12 Take Back the Night Proclamation
Stephenville Rotarians attended the Town Hall with Mayor Tom O'Brien for the Take Back The Night proclamation signing declaring Sept 11th to 15th as Sexual Violence Awareness Week.
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Block The Bus - 2017
Rotarian Deb Jones presents a cheque for $500.00 to Stephenville's Block The Bus 2017 - accepting the cheque is Don Gibbon with Rotary President Mel Dean (l) and Rotarian Marie Stagg (r).
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Lunch in the Park
Rotarians gathered for the annual Lunch in the Park Weekly Meeting that was held at The Rotary Place, Blanche Brook Park. For more pics see link.
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Mel Dean Receives True Rotarian Award
During the visit to our club by District Governor Don Sword our President Mel Dean was presented with the True Rotarian Award. District 7820 highlighted this event in their newsletter link "A True Rotarian. Someone who is a person whose activities are a result of his personal goodwill and a sense that the world will be a better place as a result of his /her quiet work and effort in Rotary. A person who conducts him/herself following the 4 Way Test, who is humble, does not flatter wealth, or boast of their own possessions or achievements. This Rotarian speaks with frankness yet always with sincerity and sympathy. Deeds follow words, and this Rotarian thinks of the rights and feelings of others and is a person with whom honour is sacred. The “True Rotarian” is the foundation of Rotary: always there, contributing to the current Rotary activity and by any Rotarian’s measure, is the lifeblood of Rotary." Excerpt from speech to Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty—True Rotarian |
DG Don Sword Visits Stephenville
DG Don Sword visited Stephenville to reveal his goals for 2017-2018 as well as sharing the theme for this year, Rotary making a Difference. Here is the link to the photo album of his visit to our area.
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Rotary: Making a Difference
District Governor Don Sword posted this message on July 1, 2017. It speaks to the 2017-2018 Rotary International Theme. Since 1949, Rotary International has had an annual theme which focuses our activities as Rotarians for that year. This is more for internal use than for the general public, for whom Service Above Self is a constant explanation of what drives us. According to RI President Ian Riseley, the 2017/18 theme of Rotary: Making a Difference represents what Rotary is and Rotary does, every day and in many ways. All those people who benefit from our great programs appreciate that Rotary exists to make a difference. Further, Rotary makes a difference to ourselves as Rotarians. We are improved as people by following the guiding principles that come from our mission statement and the Object of Rotary. The world is a better place because of Rotary making a difference! The 2017-18 theme logo symbolises diversity, with people of all races and backgrounds uniting under the banner of Rotary to make a difference. It also symbolises all of us striving to do better, reaching ever higher to do good in the world, in the name of Rotary. Even those of us who are modest in our achievements can, when combined with 1.2 million colleagues, contribute to making a difference, in our own communities and around the world. The circle shows that Rotary is in almost all parts of the globe. It is a busy and active design, just as Rotary is busy and active. |
Certificate of Appreciation-Marie Stagg
After serving two terms (2015-2017) as the club's Treasurer Marie Stagg completes her terms on June 30th. In recognition of her dedication to the club, incoming President Mel Dean presented Marie a Certificate of Appreciation as well as a Rotary broach on behalf of the club members. Thank you, Marie
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Certificate of Appreciation-Everett Davis
After many years of great service as the club's Treasurer Everett Davis retires on June 30th from that role on the club's executive. In recognition of his service to the club, outgoing President Marie Stagg presented Everett a Certificate of Appreciation. Thank you, Everett, for your diligent service.
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Rotarians Rosa Dollard and Chris Soper do some gardening at Rotary Place in Stephenville
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Rotary Donates To The Community
Rotary President Marie Stagg donates a cheque for $1,100.00 to Heather Braaten - Artistic Director of the Stephenville Theatre Festival.
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District 7820 Annual Conference
Rotary Club of Stephenville Secretary Chris Soper and Vice-President Mel Dean attend District 7820 Annual Conference at Old Orchard Inn in Annapolis Valley, NS
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Member Induction Amer Qureshi
Marie Stagg-President of the Rotary Club of Stephenville inducted its latest member Amer Qureshi who was sponsored by Rotarian Jan Smith.
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Mel Dean Speaks at Chamber of Commerce
Vice-President Mel Dean (standing) spoke to the local Chamber of Commerce about Rotary and specifically about our club's activities in the region.
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Rotarians Attend Chamber of Commerce Meeting
Rotary was invited to attend the Chamber of Commerce meeting. Chamber President Tom Rose (Back-l) welcomed Rotarians (back l-r) Mel Dean, Debbie Humber, Mary Lambert, Marion MacDonald Heidi Kirby (front l-r) Aldonna O'Keefe, Pauline Duffy, Rosa Dollard, Deb Jones
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Christine O'Brien Certificate of Appreciation
Congratulations - Christine O'Brien - Certificate of Appreciation presented by President Marie Stagg
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Deb Jones - Certificate of Appreciation
Congratulations Deb Jones - Music Festival Treasurer - Certificate of Appreciation presented by President Marie Stagg
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Rotarian Marie Stagg Receives Stephen Award for Volunteerism
Rotarian Marie Stagg was awarded a Stephen Award for Volunteers at the annual Stephen Awards on April 30, 2017. Congratulations Marie you deserve the recognition for your contributions to the community. Marie was presented her award by Stephenville Mayor Tom O'Brien. |
 Rotary Donates to Bay St George Status of Women's Council
Bay St. George Executive Director of the Status of Women Council Janice Kennedy (r) is presented a cheque for $1000.00 by Rotary Club President Marie Stagg (l).
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Rotarians Visit Rotary Club of Corner Brook
(l-r) Rotary Club of Corner Brook President Ted Cross welcomes Rotary Club of Stephenville Rotarians Mel Dean, Marie Stagg, & Aldonna O'Keefe who attended the weekly meeting in Corner Brook.
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50-50 Winner March 2017
50-50 Winner for March, 2017 Clayton Childs accepts a cheque for $593.00 from Rotarian Rosa Dollard
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2017 Rose Bowl Winner-Radhika Verma
Radhika Verma was our 2017 Rose Bowl recipient for her performances in piano. Music Festival Chair, Rotarian Christine O'Brien, made the presentation to Radhika. For more photos related to the 2017 Music Festival see the photo album link.
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Rotarians at Music Festival
Rotarians at the 2017 Music Festival -Front (l-r) Debbie Humber, Rosa Dollard, Marie Stagg, Mary Lambert, Christine O'Brien; Back (l-r), Janice Kennedy, Chris Soper, Clyde Russell, Mel Dean, Everett Davis, Fintan Alexander, Allison Lomond
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Music Festival Adjudicator Speaks to Rotary
Adjudicator for the 42nd Annual Rotary Music Festival, Dr. Phil Roberts, spoke to Rotary today. He spoke about the success of past participants from the Stephenville Rotary Music Festival as graduates of MUN's School of Music.
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Rotarian Speaks Out About Epilepsy
Rotarian Pauline Duffy was recently interviewed by the Western Star about her experiences with managing Epileptic seizures and her active involvement with Epilepsy NL and the Rotary Club of Stephenville. Congratulations Pauline on a job well done. For full details see the article in The Western Star. http://www.thewesternstar.com/news/local/2017/3/29/pauline-duffy-believes-more-talk-about-epilepsy-is-a-good-thing.html?success=true |
February 50/50 winner Scott MacNeil
Congratulations to Scott MacNeil - February's 50/50 Winner - Presenting the cheque for $432.00 is Rotarian Fintan Alexander
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TLC Training in Corner Brook
Back in the Classroom - Stephenville Rotarians Marie Stagg, Janice Kennedy, Chris Soper and Mel Dean attend a Leadership Training Course in Corner Brook on March 18, 2017.
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Rotary Accepts Plaque from Stephenville Historical Society
Rotarian Clyde Russell accepts a plaque from Linda Collier of Stephenville Historical Society.
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Rotary Presents Donation to Stephenville Historical Society
Marie Stagg presents a cheque for $1,000.00 to Linda Collier of Stephenville Historical Society
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Rotarians Debbie Humber, Celia Brennan, Pauline Duffy, Mel Dean, Joan Shea, Christine O'Brien, Marie Stagg, Deb Jones, Aldonna O'Keefe attended
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Seniors Luncheon, March 3, 2017
Hosted by the Lion's Club, Rotary partnered with Coleman's and the Stephenville Winter Carnival Committee to pull off this annual event. Numbers that attended were multiples of previous years. For more photos see the photo album https://portal.clubrunner.ca/1253/PhotoAlbums/2017-senior-s-luncheon
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January 2017-50/50 Winner
Congratulations to Eugene Harnett - January's Rotary 50/50 Winner of $574.00. Presenting the cheque to Mr. Harnett is Rotarian Deb Jones
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Vocational Talk-Aldonna O'Keefe
Stephenville Rotarian Aldonna O'Keefe gives a vocational presentation at a regular weekly meeting - Great job Aldonna!!
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Cheque $853.00 for Rotary Foundation's PolioPlus
Stephenville Rotarians Chris Soper and Marie Stagg send a cheque for $853.00 to assist in Rotary Foundation's mission of eradication of world polio. Funds were collected by selling Polio arm bands and from a fundraiser held by St. Thomas Aquinas School. https://my.rotary.org/en/take-action/end-polio |
Guest Speaker-Kim Kendell Feb 8, 2017
Stephenville Rotarians listen to Kim Kendell - Youth Early Intervention & Outreach Worker at Western Health. Kim spoke about cyber violence, depression and anxiety among youth. |
Mayor's Ball - Feb 4-2017
Stephenville Rotarians attend Mayor's Ball
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BSG Sick Children's Bonspiel
Stephenville Rotarians Chris Soper, Marie Stagg, Debbie Humber and Joan Shea enjoyed curling for the BSG Sick Children's Bonspiel
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Certificate of Appreciation-Joan Shea
Stephenville Rotary President Marie Stagg presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Rotarian Joan Shea in recognition for her position as Chairperson for the Annual Rotary Auction which was held in November, 2016
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Executive
New Executive, Effective Feb 1, 2017: President Marie Stagg, Vice-President Mel Dean, Secretary Chris Soper (Replacing Celia Brennan), Treasurer Everett Davis. Many thanks to Celia for her diligent service during her term
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Salvation Army Kettle Campaign 2016
Stephenville Rotarians Mel Dean and Marie Stagg present a cheque for $500.00 to Major Betty-Lou Topping for the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign at the Stephenville Plaza on November 18th.
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Scotiabank Donation
A sincere Thank You to Scotiabank in Stephenville who matched Rotary's 50/50 income from ticket sales. Accepting the cheque from Scotiabank Manager Ashley Hall for $3,250.00 are Rotary Club's 50/50 committee Janice Kennedy, Deb Jones, Debbie Humber, and Mel Dean.
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Kindale Library Presentation
In conjunction with its commitment to literacy Stephenville Rotarians Mel Dean, Marie Stagg and Pauline Duffy present a cheque for $500.00 to Kindale Library Treasurer Steve Penney.
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CBDC AGM
Stephenville Rotarians Mel Dean, Jan Smith, CBDC Executive Director Rotarian Mary Lambert, Marie Stagg and Deb Jones attend the Long Range Community Business Development Corporation Annual General Meeting at Dhoon Lodge.
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Elva Heyge
Rotary Governor District 7820 Elva Heyge presents this year's theme banner - Rotary Serving Humanity - to Rotary Club of Stephenville President Marie Stagg.
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District Governor Elva Heyge
Thank you to Rotary District Governor Elva Heyge for her visit to Stephenville - it was such an honor to spend the day with you!!!
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Certificate of Appreciation-Pauline Duffy
Rotarian Pauline Duffy receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Rotary President Marie Stagg
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New Sign
The Rotary Club of Stephenville recently replaced a highway sign at the end of the Stephenville ramp. Thanks to Wes Strickland for a great job!! Here is Marie Stagg-President of our club and the District Governor Elva Heyge during Elva's visit in July 2016
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The Friendly Invasion
Stephenville Rotarians take part in the Friendly Invasion - Serving red, white and blue cupcakes and lemonade are Rotarians -l to r - Debbie Humber, Joan Shea, Jan Smith, Marie Stagg, Rosa Dollard, Deb Jones and Mel Dean
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Certificate of Appreciation-Marie Stagg
Rotary Secretary Celia Brennan presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Marie Stagg for outstanding service and achievement as President for the Rotary Club of Stephenville 2015-2016
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Year End Social
Stephenville Rotarians enjoy the year end Steak and Lobster Social at the Curling Club in Stephenville. This event is self-funding.
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Certificate of Appreciation-Celia Brennan
Rotarian Celia Brennan receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Rotary President Marie Stagg. Congratulations Celia.
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Certificate of Appreciation-Chris Soper
Stephenville Rotarian Chris Soper receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Rotary President Marie Stagg. Congratulations Chris!!
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Certificate of Appreciation-Mel Dean
Rotarian Mel Dean receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Rotary President Marie Stagg. Congratulations Mel.
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Rotary Town Clock
Stephenville Rotarians Mel Dean, Chris Soper, Marie Stagg, Pauline Duffy, Joan Shea and Deb Jones stand in front of the the Rotary Town Clock where a new LED display has been installed.
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Member Induction-Clyde Russell
Welcome to The Rotary Club of Stephenville Clyde Russell. Mr. Russell was inducted on Wednesday by Sponsor Marie Stagg.
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STF - Presentation
Artistic Director of The Stephenville Theatre Festival Thom Currie accepts a cheque for $1,1000 from Rotarian Everett Davis to help with the financing of this year's festival.
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Royal Canadian Legion Presentation
Rotarian Rosa Dollard presents a cheque for $3,500.00 to George Lee of the Royal Canadian Legion in Stephenville. The funds will be used to upgrade the lighting system in the building.
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Member Induction-Aldonna O'Keefe
Rotary Club of Stephenville inducts new member. Aldonna O'Keefe poses with Sponsor Marie Stagg. Welcome Aldonna - we look forward to working with you!!
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Member Induction-Ryan Delaney
Rotary Club of Stephenville inducts a new member. Ryan Delaney poses with Sponsor Celia Brennan. Welcome, Ryan - we look forward to working with you!!
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Cheque Presentation from St. Thomas Aquinas
Marie Stagg - President of the Rotary Club of Stephenville accepts a cheque from Principal Kevin Green of St. Thomas Aguinas School in Port au Port East. Funds were the proceeds of a school dance and were donated to Rotary's Polio Eradicaton mission. Thank You to all the students and staff.
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Purple Pinky Day at St. Thomas Aquinas
Rotarians Marie Stagg and Arlene Wells give students a Purple Pinky at St. Thomas Aquinas School in Port au Port East to symbolize their contribution to help Rotary International eradicate world polio.
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Guest Speaker-Wanda Cook - Arts & Culture Centre
Wanda Cook - Regional Manager of the Stephenville Arts and Culture speaks about upcoming events to members of the Rotary Club of Stephenville at a regular weekly meeting on June 1st - thank you Wanda. |
Vocational Talk-Joan Shea
Rotarian Joan Shea presents her vocational talk to fellow Rotarians at a regular weekly meeting - Great job Joan - very impressive!!!
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Donation to Bay St. George Status of Women's Council
The Rotary Club of Stephenville presents a cheque for $1,000.00 to the Bay St. George Status of Women's Council. Accepting the cheque from Rotarian Mel Dean is Executive Director and Rotarian Janice Kennedy.
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YMCA Presentation
The Rotary Club of Stephenville presents a cheque for $2700.00 to the Stephenville YMCA to start a new program Restorative Fitness which is not presently offered to help people with rehabilitation after injury. Presenting the cheque to YMCA members Valentina Nolan and Paula Woodfine is Rotarian Mary Lambert.
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50/50 Winner
The Rotary Club of Stephenville would like to congratulate Gail Skinner - latest winner of the monthly 50/50 draw. Presenting a cheque to Ms. Skinner is Rotarian Mel Dean
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Rotary Music Festival Volunteers
The Rotary Club of Stephenville would like to say a huge Thank You to the volunteers who made this year's festival such an amazing success. Front row: Marie Budden, Noreen Dwyer, and Festival Chairperson Rosa Dollard. Back row: Christine O'Brien, Diana Kung, Susan Oates, Evelyn Davis, Bride Doyle and Jean House.
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Polio Eradication Presentation at St. Thomas Aquinas School Port au Port East
Stephenville Rotarians Chris Soper, Arlene Wells, Christine O'Brien, Deb Jones and Marie Stagg educate children at St. Thomas Aquinas School in Port au Port East on Polio Eradication. The school offered to hold a dance as a fundraiser with proceeds to the Rotary Internationals goal to completely eradicate the disease. Thanks to Principal Kevin Green and staff for the generous offering.
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Rotarian Christine O'Brien named 2015 Citizen of the Year
Christine O'Brien says she was shocked to be named Citizen of the Year for 2015 but honored to be nominated by her fellow Rotarians. In her role as Vice-President of the Rotary Club of Stephenville Christine chaired the Annual Rotary Auction which raises funds for local charities and played a critical role in the Rotary Music Festival |
Club Runner Training CNA-Stephenville
Members of the Rotary Club of Stephenville attend a training session at the College of the North Atlantic with Rotarian Allison Lomond. Attending the session are Rotarians Chris Soper, Christine O'Brien, Rosa Dollard, Mel Dean, Marie Stagg, Arlene Wells and Debbie Humber. |
Vocational Talk-Chris Soper
New Rotarian Chris Soper delivered his vocational.
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