The 2011 GSE team, which will go to Nepal this spring, attended a full day of fun, fellowship and training, at Northeast Link on January 29th. Led by Torrington Rotarian, Barbara Spiegel, the non-Rotarians on the team -- two men and three women -- were at the link to learn about all things Rotary, including our Rotary Foundation which funds the teams.
To follow the team as it prepares for the month-long vocational and cultural exchange, go to the blog
You will also find a link to their blog on homepage of our district's website, lower, left side of the page under "District Links."
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
San Diego Here We Come
Over the next several days, Governors-elect and their partners will be heading toward San Diego to undergo a week of extensive training for their year as governor, beginning July 1, 2011.
The much anticipated announcement of next year's theme will be made by RI President-elect Kalyan Banerjee on Monday, January 17th. Check rotary.org which should have information about the theme, perhaps even the RIPE's speech posted later that day.
The training, a multi-million dollar annual effort by Rotary International to ensure success in the 532 districts around the world, is for both governors-elect and their spouses or partners. Information provided there will be incorporated into the Presidents-elect Training Seminar (PETS) mandated for every incoming club president.
Presidents-elect should check our district's website for location and dates of both the pre-PETS meeting in February and PETS in March.
The much anticipated announcement of next year's theme will be made by RI President-elect Kalyan Banerjee on Monday, January 17th. Check rotary.org which should have information about the theme, perhaps even the RIPE's speech posted later that day.
The training, a multi-million dollar annual effort by Rotary International to ensure success in the 532 districts around the world, is for both governors-elect and their spouses or partners. Information provided there will be incorporated into the Presidents-elect Training Seminar (PETS) mandated for every incoming club president.
Presidents-elect should check our district's website for location and dates of both the pre-PETS meeting in February and PETS in March.
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Hans Rosling's 200 Countries, 200 Years, 4 Minutes - The Joy of Stats - ...
This is worth four minutes of your time.
Check it out.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Early-bird pricing for Rotary International Convention almost over!
Be sure to register for the Rotary International Convention in New Orleans, May 22-25.
For most attendees,the base price is $300,if you register by 15 December 2011.
After that, the base price is $340, if you register by 31 March 2012.
To learn more or to begin registering online, copy and paste this link in to your browser:
http://www.rotary.org/en/Members/Events/Convention/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Rotarians in District 7890 will be invited to a special welcoming reception Peter and I are hosting on Saturday, May 21, in New Orleans, 5 to 7 PM at the New Orleans InterContinental. Once you have registered, email me confirmation and you will be added to the guest list.
If you register before the early December deadline, be sure to let me know. Your name will be entered into a special drawing(get your raffle ticket at the reception in New Orleans). To be eligible you must register for the convention by 15 December 2011.
For most attendees,the base price is $300,if you register by 15 December 2011.
After that, the base price is $340, if you register by 31 March 2012.
To learn more or to begin registering online, copy and paste this link in to your browser:
http://www.rotary.org/en/Members/Events/Convention/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Rotarians in District 7890 will be invited to a special welcoming reception Peter and I are hosting on Saturday, May 21, in New Orleans, 5 to 7 PM at the New Orleans InterContinental. Once you have registered, email me confirmation and you will be added to the guest list.
If you register before the early December deadline, be sure to let me know. Your name will be entered into a special drawing(get your raffle ticket at the reception in New Orleans). To be eligible you must register for the convention by 15 December 2011.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
News about New Orleans Convention Plans
Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation have announced a special celebration in anticipation of reaching a significant milestone, the successful achievement of Rotary's US$200 Million Challenge! This grand event, Polio Unmasked, is scheduled for Monday, 23 May 2011 at Mardi Gras World.
More details to follow.
As of August 31st, Rotarians have raised about $135 million toward the goal.
In our district, September is the month to focus on the challenge. Do your part!
In the meantime, be sure to register for the convention.
For most attendees,the base price is $300,if you register by 15 December 2011.
After that, the base price is $340, if you register by 31 March 2012.
To learn more or to begin registering online, copy and paste this link in to your browser:
http://www.rotary.org/en/Members/Events/Convention/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Rotarians in District 7890 will be invited to a special welcoming reception Peter and I are hosting on Saturday, May 21, in New Orleans, 5 to 7 at the New Orleans InterContinental. Once you have registered, send me confirmation and you will be added to the guest list.
If you register before the early December deadline, be sure to let me know. Your name will be entered into a special drawing(get your raffle ticket at the reception in New Orleans). To be eligible you must register for the convention by 15 December 2011.
More details to follow.
As of August 31st, Rotarians have raised about $135 million toward the goal.
In our district, September is the month to focus on the challenge. Do your part!
In the meantime, be sure to register for the convention.
For most attendees,the base price is $300,if you register by 15 December 2011.
After that, the base price is $340, if you register by 31 March 2012.
To learn more or to begin registering online, copy and paste this link in to your browser:
http://www.rotary.org/en/Members/Events/Convention/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Rotarians in District 7890 will be invited to a special welcoming reception Peter and I are hosting on Saturday, May 21, in New Orleans, 5 to 7 at the New Orleans InterContinental. Once you have registered, send me confirmation and you will be added to the guest list.
If you register before the early December deadline, be sure to let me know. Your name will be entered into a special drawing(get your raffle ticket at the reception in New Orleans). To be eligible you must register for the convention by 15 December 2011.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Applications Being Accepted for GSE Team Leader to Nepal
DGE Prasad Menon and the District 7890 GSE Committee are pleased to announce that we are currently looking for Rotarians who would like to apply for the position of Group Study Exchange Team Leader to Nepal (District 3292). The exchange will take place early next spring (3/12-4/10 in 2011).
The exchange with Nepal will be very rigorous: the terrain, the altitude, the living conditions in Nepal should be considered when discussing the trip with potential Team Leaders.
GSE is a program funded by The Rotary Foundation. It pairs teams from districts around the world for a vocational/cultural visit of four weeks. Teams are comprised of a Rotarian Team Leader and four non-Rotarian Team Members. All travel expenses are paid, and the team will stay with families in the Host District.
Your club may have participated in GSE activities in the past, so you know how much fun this program is for a Host District.
The position of Team Leader is very important. The qualities that we are seeking include a good knowledge of Rotary and our District. The Team Leader must also be able to work well with a group of young people to create a team that can live and work together and be a good representation of the diversity within District 7890.
Applications for this important position will be taken until August 1st. The GSE Committee will meet with each candidate no later than the week of August 9th. The Team Leader Application is available from club presidents and presidents-elect.
Applications should be submitted to:
Alma Kruh
44-217 Avonwood Road
Avon, CT 06001
Applications may also be faxed to 860-398-5136, but the originals must be mailed to the address above.
The exchange with Nepal will be very rigorous: the terrain, the altitude, the living conditions in Nepal should be considered when discussing the trip with potential Team Leaders.
GSE is a program funded by The Rotary Foundation. It pairs teams from districts around the world for a vocational/cultural visit of four weeks. Teams are comprised of a Rotarian Team Leader and four non-Rotarian Team Members. All travel expenses are paid, and the team will stay with families in the Host District.
Your club may have participated in GSE activities in the past, so you know how much fun this program is for a Host District.
The position of Team Leader is very important. The qualities that we are seeking include a good knowledge of Rotary and our District. The Team Leader must also be able to work well with a group of young people to create a team that can live and work together and be a good representation of the diversity within District 7890.
Applications for this important position will be taken until August 1st. The GSE Committee will meet with each candidate no later than the week of August 9th. The Team Leader Application is available from club presidents and presidents-elect.
Applications should be submitted to:
Alma Kruh
44-217 Avonwood Road
Avon, CT 06001
Applications may also be faxed to 860-398-5136, but the originals must be mailed to the address above.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
ShelterBox Responds to Storm in Central America (Guatemala)
International disaster relief charity ShelterBox is responding to a devastating tropical storm, which has ravaged large parts of Central America and forced tens of thousands of people out of their homes.
Tropical Storm Agatha struck Guatemala on Monday dumping more than 3 feet of rain in the mountainous west of the country and in neighboring El Salvador.
The torrential downpours have killed nearly 150 people and left more than 94,000 homeless as the storm buried homes under mud.
ShelterBox is deploying a US and Canadian-based ShelterBox Response Team (SRT) to Guatemala to assess the need for emergency shelter.
“Nearly 100,000 people have been evacuated from their homes so the need for emergency shelter is clear. Last week’s eruption from the Pacaya volcano is likely to have worsened the effects of the flooding and we are looking to see how we can help those in greatest need,” said operations manager, John Leach.
Last November ShelterBox responded to Hurricane Ida which caused flooding and mudslides that killed at least 150 people as it moved through the region.
Central America is vulnerable to heavy rains due to its mountainous terrain, while poor communications in rural areas complicate rescue efforts.
Individual tax-deductible donations to ShelterBox USA can be made at www.shelterboxusa.org or via text message by sending SHELTER to 20222 for a one-time $10 donation. For information on or to make a contribution by phone, please call 941-907-6036.
Tropical Storm Agatha struck Guatemala on Monday dumping more than 3 feet of rain in the mountainous west of the country and in neighboring El Salvador.
The torrential downpours have killed nearly 150 people and left more than 94,000 homeless as the storm buried homes under mud.
ShelterBox is deploying a US and Canadian-based ShelterBox Response Team (SRT) to Guatemala to assess the need for emergency shelter.
“Nearly 100,000 people have been evacuated from their homes so the need for emergency shelter is clear. Last week’s eruption from the Pacaya volcano is likely to have worsened the effects of the flooding and we are looking to see how we can help those in greatest need,” said operations manager, John Leach.
Last November ShelterBox responded to Hurricane Ida which caused flooding and mudslides that killed at least 150 people as it moved through the region.
Central America is vulnerable to heavy rains due to its mountainous terrain, while poor communications in rural areas complicate rescue efforts.
Individual tax-deductible donations to ShelterBox USA can be made at www.shelterboxusa.org or via text message by sending SHELTER to 20222 for a one-time $10 donation. For information on or to make a contribution by phone, please call 941-907-6036.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Next Big Event -- Installation of Presidents and District Governor -- June 3
Be sure to get your club's registration AND PAYMENT to Eileen Rau no later than this Wednesday, May 26th. Payment to the Riverview must be made a week in advance of the event which occurs Thursday, June 3, 2010.
Seating will be by clubs. It will be great if every club in the district can fill at least one table.
Seating will be by clubs. It will be great if every club in the district can fill at least one table.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
District Assembly this week -- still time to sign up
Upcoming in our district — May 12, District Assembly
Clarion Hotel
1080 Riverdale Street, West Springfield , MA , 01089| Phone: (413) 781-8750
Interstate 91 North or South: Exit 13B. Take a right at light off ramp.
The hotel is 1/8 mile on the right.
The hotel is 1/8 mile on the right.
Interstate 90 East or West: Exit 4. Follow Riverdale Street
The hotel is 1 and 1/4 miles on the right.
The hotel is 1 and 1/4 miles on the right.
Why should club members attend our district assembly?
The district assembly, held each spring, is an opportunity for Rotarians to increase their Rotary knowledge, develop leadership skills, and meet other Rotarians in the district.
Club leaders receive resources at the district assembly to help them lead and motivate their
Attendees use case studies to exchange ideas and brainstorm solutions to common club issues, while also drawing on the expertise of other Rotarians in their district. Sessions dedicated to public speaking, long-range planning, and effective goal setting are among the most popular.
The assemblies also provide Rotarians with information about their district’s goals for the
Overall, the district assembly helps all club members get motivated for the upcoming Rotary
Who should go to our district assembly?
At the district assembly, club leaders, including the club president-elect and the incoming
secretary, treasurer, and committee chairs, will discuss their role and responsibilities, work
on annual goals, and develop their working relationship for the coming year.
President
President-elect
Secretary
Treasurer
Incoming-treasurer
Committee Chairs (membership, foundation, community service)
New members who want to find out more about Rotary
$30/person
In East Hartford, the pays for you to attend.
This year’s District Assembly is on Wednesday, May 12th, 7:30 AM.
Breakfast is included, no lunch. Contact President-elect to arrange registering.
You can leave in time to attend our club meeting that day.
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