From the Pen of the President...
The blanket drive held over last weekend was possible only
because several Rotarians, some spouses, Anns and a relative were willing to
give up some of their time to take part in a shift. A huge THANK YOU to those who did – your
assistance is greatly appreciated. Several
needy people will benefit by having a level of warmth this coming winter that
they would otherwise not have had. This
was a practical demonstration of what Desmond Tutu had in mind when he said “Do
your little bit of good where you are.
It’s these little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”
Costa Qually
President
Tailpiece
Despite the cost of living, have you noticed how it remains so
popular?
Last Friday....
... Lorenzo took us on a virtual scenic tour of his beautiful home situated to the south of Rome and for a layman he did a jolly good job of presenting a most entertaining video. It felt as though we were right there with him experiencing the essence of his surroundings.
Although Lorenzo was present at the Zoom meeting he took part horizontally, as he had unfortunately done his back in and was prescribed bedrest.
For our members that missed the meeting or for those of us who would like to watch it again please click into the link and enjoy.
We also welcomed a special guest to the meeting - Adrupio Scovia, who is a RotarActer from Uganda, District 9213. Adrupio is attending the University of the Witwatersrand as a Masters student. Hopefully she will be able to join us again.
Blankets, blankets and more blankets....
Friday, Saturday and Sunday saw Rosebank Rotary volunteers at the William Nicol Pick and Pay appealing to the generosity of its patrons to donate towards the annual Rotary District Blanket Drive.
The spirit of giving was overwhelming and this will translate into many desperate souls being able to ward off a cold winter which is imminent.
Many worthy charities and organizations will benefit, amongst others:
- The Boikanyo Deon Herson Foundation
- Phutadijhaba (Alex)
- Assmblies of God (Alex)
- Boeregemeenskap Transvaal
- Lesedi (Lanseria)
- Gracepoint (who support Cosmos City, Clay Oven communities and others)
- Kaya Manzi (Crossings Church)
- Charity Begins With Me
This Friday...
...will be a hybrid meeting at Wanderers and via Zoom, and we are all looking forward to seeing Bernard Neuhaus at Wanderers who will share "His Story" with us. No doubt in 91 years on this Earth he has many a tale to tell.
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