We are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for our Rotary Impact Challenge. This remarkable initiative is welcoming change-makers with impactful community service projects in Edmonton! Our mission is to make a positive difference, and we need your help to spread the word. Encourage friends, family, and colleagues with outstanding projects to participate in this exciting opportunity.
We're gearing up for Jean Jacques (JJ) Mitakaro's induction at the District Fireside Chat scheduled for February 5th!
Next Business Meeting
Our upcoming business meeting is set for January 17th, 2024, featuring Rose's classification talk, where she'll share insights into her remarkable journey.
Rose (Rosalea) Elliot has three degrees from the University of Alberta. Although she grew up, lived and worked in northern Alberta for about forty-five years, she moved to Edmonton in 2006 where her latest work was teaching English to Newcomers to Canada. Previous to joining the Mayfield Rotary club, Rose has been connected with Rotary: her daughter went on a Rotary Exchange; she hosted a Rotary exchange student; she participated in a Rotary project in Belize providing professional development for elementary school teachers. Rose continues to be interested in any Rotary literacy projects. A fun fact about Rose is that she was a volunteer certified ski and snowboard instructor when she lived in Manning and in Fairview. Rose still likes to hike in the mountains.
Zoom login for the meeting is Meeting ID 780 222 3440 Passcode Mayfield
Upcoming Events
Let's hit the ice for a great cause!
On January 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., we're gathering at the Oil Kings hockey game to raise funds for Polio Plus. For every $28 ticket purchased (including online fee), $5.00 will be donated to Polio Plus.
Please support this event, and even if you can't come, consider buying some tickets that we could hand off to Rotaractors or others to enjoy the event and raise funds for Polio Plus. Just hold your camera over the QR code and it will take you to the site to purchase tickets.
Exclusive Invitation: A Cinematic Morning with SantaYEG on January 20th!
We're excited to share an invitation from one of the charities we support, SantaYEG, led by Jeff Tetz! Jeff has extended a warm welcome to our Rotary club, along with our families and friends, for a special event. Here are the details straight from Jeff:
"We rented out the downtown Landmark Cinema to show a really cool movie about a 1930’s rowing team that rose out of poverty in the depression to win Olympic gold.
There’s a ton of parallels and lessons to building a great business team. It’s called Boys in the Boat directed by George Clooney.
The movie is compliments of Results, and you can bring a few people too. It’s Saturday morning of Jan 20."
Mark Your Calendar: District 5370 Conference, May 3rd-4th, 2024
The District 5370 Conference is scheduled for May 3rd and 4th, 2024. Enjoy inspiring talks from speakers like Michael Landsberg and Paul Brandt, along with fellowship opportunities, networking, and a hands-on service project. Members, please inform Lorne Wight if you want to register as we can get benefit from a group discount. The Club will cover dues for participating members. Don't miss this chance for learning, networking, and making a positive impact! Learn more about the conference here.
Self-Care Corner
As the chill sets in, let's cozy up to some essential mental health care tips this January!
With the extreme cold weather, it's crucial to nurture both your physical and mental well-being. Embrace the warmth of self-care—whether it's indulging in a good book, sipping on hot cocoa, or simply taking a mindful stroll. Your mental health deserves the same attention as your physical health. Let's make this winter a season of self-love and well-being!
Communications Update
How can we tell our story?
If you are working on a project or event or if you want to share your Rotary journey with others, we want to hear about it. And if you attend an event, take pictures or videos and send them to victoriaceli@gmail.com. We will use these for social media and bulletin posts.
Are you an established professional who wants to make positive changes in your community and the world? Our club members are dedicated people who share a passion for community service and friendship.
We invite you to join us at an upcoming meeting.
Club Information
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Chateau Nova Yellowhead
13920 Yellowhead Trail
Edmonton, AB T5L 3C2 Canada
We meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at noon at the Chateau Nova Yellowhead (and by Zoom for those who cannot attend in person), and the second Saturday at 10am by Zoom.
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