Events

Easter Seals Celebrity Hockey Tournament and V.I.P. Draft Party

Again this year the Easter Seals organization is running a Celebrity Hockey Tournament to raise funds for the children and families they support.  In addition to the tournament there is a Party Night and Silent Auction on the evening prior.  Again this year we have been asked to provide some volunteer help to run these.

Thursday, November 23 - V.I.P. Draft Night - 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
> Maxwell’s - 35 University Ave. East, Waterloo
> 2 to 3 Volunteers needed to sell raffle tickets

Friday, November 24 - Celebrity Hockey Tournament
> RIM Park, Waterloo
> 2 - 3 Volunteers needed for Time Keeping and Scoring in Two Shifts:
    7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.

NB! Dress warmly (hats, gloves scarves, etc.) the rink is cold.
Food and drinks are supplied.

When you register BE SURE TO INDICATE WITH WHICH SHIFT(S) YOU WILL ASSIT:
- Draft Party Thursday 5-10
- Saturday Hockey A.M. 7:30 to 12
- Saturday Hockey P.M. - 12 to 5

Please sign up no later than Tuesday, November 14.

Distribution of Online Auction Items / Return of Lawn Sings
November 24 and 25

Our online Auction is going very well again this year and, as in the past, assistance of members will be needed when the successful bidders come to pick up their items.  We will be in the same location as last year - 123 Ottawa Street South.  Our procedures will be similar to the past with usccesful bidders able to come to pick up their items on Friday between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. or Saturday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.  We will pre-package the items to be delivered out to the cars.  Four helpers are needed for each of the following shifts:

November 24     1:00 to 3:00

November 24     2:00 to 4:00

November 25     9:00 to 12:00

November 25     11:00 to 2:00

November 25     1:00 to 4:00

NB! Be sure to indicate the time slot(s) for which you are available in the comment box on the registration screen.  Friends and family are most welcome to join in.  Deadline for registering is Thursday, November 23.

If attending, dress warmly as the weather could be a bit chilly, bring a lawn chair.

Note: Members are asked to return signs sometime during the pick up times on Friday or Saturday.

Thank you,

Neil Swayze, Online Auction Committee Chair

KidsAbility Tour and Update

KidsAbility is part of the DNA of the Rotary Club of Kitchener.  We originated the Rotary Children's Centre in the early 1950's and have supported it and its predecessor, KidsAbility, ever since.  On Monday, November 27, our regular club meeting will be at KidsAbility for a tour and presentation by Lisa Talbot, the Executive Director of the KidsAbility Foundation.  For members new and old this is a great opportunity to see this world-class facility first-hand and to hear about what is new and interesting.

A lasagna and salad lunch will be provided with a vegetarian option available for $16.  Please indicate any dietary restrictions in the comment box on the registration page.

We must provide finally numbers to the caterer on Thursday November 23 so our hard registration deadline is Wednesday, November 22.

Don't miss this chance to see and learn about this fundamental part of our legacy of Service Above Self.

You don't want to miss our annual Holiday Social!  This year at the Westmount Golf & Country Club, Kitchener, starting at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 11.  Dinner served at 7:00 p.m.

Private Room
Turkey Dinner with all of the Fixings and Dessert
Great Fellowship
The Ever Popular Pie/Dessert Auction*
Special Presentations
Cash Bar

Price is just $75.00 per person
(paid online with registration)​

We need to confirm numbers with the venue, please sign up as soon as possible (don't forget to include your guests). Deadline is Wednesday, December 6.

Please indicate any food allergies or dietary restrictions in the Comment Field on the registration page.

*Note: For the Pie / Dessert Auction this year payment can be made by cash, cheque or credit card and not charged to your account.

Calling all volunteers to Give Back to Grand River Hospital Foundation!

All proceeds from this year's fundraiser are going to Kids Care at GRH

Rotary has been given a full day to promote DOING GOOD IN THE COMMUNITY

2 SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

SHIFT #1 - Sunday December 24th - 930am-145pm

SHIFT #2 - Sunday December 24th - 130pm-500pm

Please let us know which shift you prefer in the comments

Yes it is Christmas Eve but what a great way to start off the holiday season!

See you there!