Guest 
Glen Gahagan, husband of Heather Scott

 

50/50
Dave Schulz picked the Ace of Spades last week and the pot win was $210!  Dave was extremely generous and donated this back to the club.  Thanks Dave!

 

Funfest
Paul Allen reported that we are still in need of corporate sponsors.  Website is up and running with Early Bird tickets available.  Please share with your Facebook friends when you see the post.

 

Rotary Club of Welland
The Rotary Club of Welland is pleased to host an evening with Sara Pot, who will share her family's story and experience with Niagara Children's Centre through her presentation, Connecting, Serving & Flourishing. In connecting with each other through acts of service, the power of community support strengthens, allowing children, families and individuals to flourish! The cost is $20 per person (cash only). Kimono’s Restaurant, Welland 5:30-7pm

RLI Niagara College, NOTL Campus
President Mike reported that Frank Adamson and Angela Carter will be session presenters.  Dave Schulz is registered.  All members new and old are invited to attend.  Email with details and registration information will be circulated. Club will cover registration cost.

Joint Niagara Clubs Meeting April 14

 

Niagara Joint Club Meeting
President Mike reminded us that there is a joint club meeting coming up on April 14 in St Catharines.  Guest Speakers will be reporting on progress for Canada Summer Games 2021.  Email with details and registration information will be circulated.

 

District Grants
Mel Groom reported that the grant committee met last Wednesday and reviewed 7 very worthy community applications.  After careful consideration, iCAN-T.E.R. is our chosen charity to receive $5000 matching Club and District Grant in 2020/21.  They are planning to develop a vegetable garden and have asked us to cover the cost along with 6 scholarships for children that will be assisting with project.  In addition, and in same gardening theme, we will assist with cost of pony drawn lawn mower.

Mel also reported that 2019/20 grants are in process of being finalized. Reports will be submitted to District Grants Committee and they in turn will approve and send matching grant proceeds to Club.

 

Guest Speaker
Rotarian Heather Scott
Heather’s touching and passionate presentation is attached HERE.