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The Presidents' Pen

Co-Presidents St. Johns Rotary, Penny McGarry (Ph: 021 702 310), and Lesley Harris (Ph: 027 4935 498)

 
"BINGO" was the call that rang out twice, as Angus expertly called the numbers (with his own descriptive and not always PC 'quips' describing said numbers!). Well done Angus for stepping up to be Sergeant of the day with a difference!.
 
Beryl and Lesley held the winning cards in our two games. Graham F donated a magnificent hamper to raffle which was won by Michele F - a great beneficiary.
 
We welcomed partners and a guest Sarah from Texas who is a friend of Sue Smith.
 
We also reflected on the passing of David Hodge and member Jan Hogg whom we honoured with a minute's silence.
 
On a brighter note Gary told of Oscar's award, we are very proud of you Oscar,  
 
The fish, chips and salad dinner was superb and enjoyed by all as was the dessert and coffee.
 
Get well soon Penny, we miss you!
 
L and P
Stories
Bereavement Notice
For those who remember David Hodge, we have been advised by HM Peter Boshier, that David  recently passed away.
 
Although not a member of the Club, he was very much part of the major programme, Tamaki Pathways Trust. He was also the Principal of Tamaki College.
 
Peter describes him as  "Responsive and responsible to all of those around him. A strong and courageous leader. A person we looked up to and wanted to know".
 
Rest in Peace David
Meeting In Review - May 5th 2022
Dinner Meeting, Thursday May 5th
Present:  22 Members and Partners
Guests:   1
 
Club Notices and summary of upcoming activity:
  • Debate against Auckland East Monday May 9th at Auckland East Dinner Meeting.  Full details in following story.
  • No meeting May 12th
  • Two new member Inductions May 19th meeting
  • Salvation Army food packing May 18th - contact Murray Hutchinson if you can assist
  • Change-over June 18th - More details to follow
  • District Conference Jun 24 - 26 in Wellington - if you require more details please contact Co-Presidents
Directors Reports:
 
Gary:
  • Gary reminded members that the Club Assembly will be held on May 26th - An opportunity for our Co-President Elects to share their plans for the coming year. 
  • At the Assembly, we also need to film members singing the Club's "Anthem" to be shown at the upcoming District Conference. A good turnout would be appreciated - a prize of $1,000 is sitting waiting for us to collect!
Peter B:
  • Peter, Gary and Kevin meet earlier in the week with other interested parties to further progress discussions on how St. Johns can continue to support the work being conducted at Apirana Reserve.
Guest Speaker:
  • No guest speaker at this meeting which was billed as a fellowship night as detailed in the Presidents Pen column above.  Although attendee numbers were less than had been hoped, those in attendance enjoyed a very pleasant night of food and Bingo.
 
Club Meetings and Other Important Dates
 
MONDAY MAY 9th - ANNUAL DEBATE WITH AUCKLAND EAST ROTARY: 

It is Rotary Club Auckland East's turn to host the highly anticipated Interclub Debate.   The moot is:  Smart Phones are making us Dumb.  RC St Johns is delighted to be taking the 'affirmative'.  This year's team members are: Angus McPhee (Leader), David Hartstone and Lynette Boyd.

All RC St Johns members are cordially invited to attend Auckland East's Monday evening meeting to support our team and (of course) enjoy the hospitality of RC Auckland East.  Our own Thursday meeting will be cancelled for this week, to encourage great attendance on the Monday evening at RC Auckland East, 5 Knots, Tamaki Yacht Club, 30 Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay.  RVSP's should be made (as usual) to Robyn so she can ensure our hosts can cater for us.

 
THURSDAY MAY 12TH - MEETING CANCELLED DUE TO DEBATE BEING HELD May 9th EARLIER IN THE WEEK.
 
THURSDAY MAY 19th - BREAKFAST MEETING GUEST SPEAKER: PP HUGH SCOTT-RUSSELL:
PP Hugh and wife Jackie were able to take time off in mid April to visit family in South Africa.  At a time when travel is so complicated by Covid, Hugh will report on how their trip went. RSVP to Robyn no later than May 17th Please. 
 
 
THURSDAY MAY 26th - BREAKFAST MEETING -CLUB ASSEMBLY Hosted by CO-Presidents Elect, GRAHAM FABIAN & GARY KEY.  RSVP to Robyn no later than May 24th Please. 
 
 
 
 
 
Birthdays & Anniversaries
 
This Weeks Members Birthdays:
Nil to report this week.
 
This Weeks Spouses Birthdays:
Nil to report this week.
 
This Weeks Club Anniversaries:
Michele Mann - 16 years, 8th May
Isabella Tedcastle - 16 years, 8th May
 
This Weeks Wedding Anniversaries:
Nil to report this week.
 
Congratulations to Michele and Isabella from your fellow club members.
Rotary Facts and Stats - Did Your Know?
The following appeared in the latest issue of Rotary Down-Under.  Just in case you haven't yet had the opportunity to read it all.
 
Kev's Candid Camera
In between the Bingo Games, candid Kev still managed to get a few more photos to add to Kevs Candid Camera Album.
 
These two just can't wait to take your money!
 
 
This table is taking the Bingo game seriously
 
 
...and this table not so serious
 
 
All you need to do is draw out the numbers I tell you to!
 
 
Is there anything you need to know about being a good DG?
 
 
I know for sure that the Editor appreciates the photos that Candid Kev takes!
Oscar Lyons - "My Story"
Following on from the story in last weeks Bulletin which reported on Oscar recently being awarded the inaugural Sir George Elliot Fellowship, if you would like to know more about Oscar's achievements - well you are in luck.  In the NZ Herald on May 3rd there is a story titled "Oscar Lyons:  My story as told to Elisabeth Easther".
 
If you were already feeling proud to be a member of the same Rotary Club as Oscar, do take the opportunity to read this story - simply click on the following link; 
 
 
Salvation Army Food Packing
  *   Our club has a standing invite to join RC Newmarket to pack at the Mt Wellington branch
  *   We pack on the third Wednesday of each month - next pack for St. Johns - Wednesday May 18th.
  *   We pack again on the fifth Wednesday of each month (if there is one)
 
Location:   18 Allright Place, off Carbine Road, Mt Wellington
Start time:   9:00am 
Ends:    Noonish
Can you assist?   Contact in advance:  Murray Hutchinson 021 069 0203
Murray’s email:   murrayh1@orcon.net.nz<mailto:murrayh1@orcon.net.nz>
Rotary Four Way Test
 
 
 
 
Next Meeting:
 
Monday May 9th 2022
 
Dinner Meeting / Annual Debate with Auckland East.
5.30pm
 
Venue: 5 Knots, Tamaki Yacht Club, 30 Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay.  
 
RVSP: Should be made (as usual) to Robyn so she can ensure our hosts can cater for us.
Contents:
  • Presidents Pen
  • Bereavement Notice
  • Review of May 5th Meeting
  • Club Meetings & Other Important Dates
  • Birthdays and Anniverseraries.
  • Rotary Facts & Stats
  • Kev's Candid Album
  • Dr Oscar Lyons - My Story
  • Salvation Army Food Packing
  • Rotary Four Way Test
Speakers
May 09, 2022 5:30 PM
Meet Monday 9 May - moot 'Smart Phones Are Making Us Dumb'
May 12, 2022 7:00 AM
Meet instead on Monday evening, 9 May to support our Debating Team
May 19, 2022 7:00 AM
South African travels
May 26, 2022 7:00 AM
Club Assembly
Jun 02, 2022 6:00 PM
Exploring the 'Shadow City'
Jun 09, 2022 7:00 AM
Living the Dream - Surflifesaving & Coastguard
Jun 16, 2022
Changeover is Saturday 18 June
Jun 18, 2022 6:00 PM
View entire list
Upcoming Events
Food Parcel Packing at Salvation Army
May 18, 2022
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
 
Food Parcel Packing at Salvation Army
Jun 15, 2022
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
 
Club Changeover
Jun 18, 2022
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
 
Food Parcel Packing at Salvation Army
Jun 29, 2022
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
 
Food Parcel Packing at Salvation Army
Jul 20, 2022
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
 
View entire list
Meeting Responsibilities
Thursday 19 May MORNING
 
Set Up / Set Down
Buchanan, Peter
 
Greeter
Tedcastle, Isabella
 
Attendance
Boyd, Lynette
 
Host / Thanks / Close
Leyland, Penny
 
Thursday 26 May MORNING
 
Set Up / Set Down
Robinson, Beryl
 
Greeter
Lucas, Claire
 
Attendance
Robinson, Colin
 
Thanks & Close
Gerrard, Tricia
 
Thursday 2 June EVENING
 
Set Up / Set Down
Mcphee, Angus
 
Greeter
Fergus, Brian
 
Attendance
Scott-Russell, Hugh
 
Host / Thanks / Close
Richardson-Jones, Aubrey
 
Thursday 9 June MORNING
 
Set Up / Set Down
Ingram, Robyn
 
Greeter
Gibson, Steele
 
Attendance
Street, Tom
 
Host / Thanks / Close
Bell, Patrick
 
Saturday 18 June EVENING - CHANGEOVER
 
Changeover Team
 

Club Contacts

Co-Presidents': 
Penny McGarry 021 702 310 &
Lesley Harris 027 4935 498
Secretary, Treasurer & Apologies: 
Alex Gatt 021 571 722
Presidents' Elect: 
Gary Key 021 611 169 & Graham Fabian 021 826 292
Club Services: 
Robyn Ingram  022 0200 171 
Foundation: 
Gary Key 021 611 169
Community: 
Hugh Scott Russell 021 0813 7313 & John Lewisham 09 5288908.
Youth: 
Tom Street 021 685 651
Science Technology & Education:
 Peter Buchanan 027 434 1832
Sergeants: 
Michelle Forman 021 0277 9456, Angus McPhee  09 575 1007 & Cheri Joliffe 021 037 7559
Membership: 
Beryl Robinson 021 652 802. Email: berylrobinson@xtra.co.nz
Bulletin Editor: 
Pete Walsh 021 747 858. walshp@xtra.co.nz
Club:
www.rotarystjohns.club
Area Governor:
Ashwini Sadhu
021 305 261,
email: marysadhu99@gmail.com  
Our Meetings:  (Subject to COVID19 Restrictions)
 
We meet Thursday for breakfast at
7:00 am for 7:15 am start,
except for the first Thursday of the month, when we meet in the evening at 6:00 pm for dinner.
 
Remuera Golf Club
120 Abbotts Way
Remuera
Auckland 1072
New Zealand 
 
All Rotarian's are welcome 
including family members.
 
Others wanting to visit are most welcome - please phone or email:
Beryl Robinson 021 652 802. Email: berylrobinson@xtra.co.nz
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