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For the week beginning June 23, 2025
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to this week's meeting of
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
For the week beginning June 23, 2025
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Complete the form for a make-up!
Rotary International President – Stephanie Urchik
And for our clubs -
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Greeter this week
Rotarian Jim
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Inspirational moment
A Stitch in Time
by Laura Raymond, Palm Springs, California, USA
Recently, a friend, knowing I edit a newsletter, came to ask for help with a project her son is doing for his Eagle Scout badge. She wanted to put a notice in the paper asking for donations of toys, games and books for her son, John Scott.
His plan was to give them to the children in our local shelter for victims of domestic violence and abuse. He also wanted scraps and pieces of fabric, because he wanted to make at least 25 child-sized quilts for these children so they would have something warm and soft.
But John Scott has enough sensitivity and awareness of the needs of children who come from a life so vastly different from his own that he could imagine what a difference a quilt, a toy, or some books could make to someone who has never had something made just for them. When he found out how little these children have, since nearly all of them fled their homes with nothing but the clothes on their backs, he just felt that he had to do something for them.
He thought about what the most comforting thing in his life was, and decided that it was the quilt his grandmother had made for him when he was little. He realized he could make quilts for these children, too, even though he had never sewn before. His mother was flabbergasted by his project, and supports him by driving him to pick up donations, and letting him use her sewing machine.
Once John Scott realized that he needed help to get the quilts made in time for the cold weather, he coordinated a bake sale with a troop of ten Cub Scouts that raised $300 toward the purchase of books and toys for the shelter children and, at the same time, supervised a group of 30 people from the community — men, women, boys and girls — who completed the quilts.
But that's not all: he also submitted a grant application to get matching funds for the money he raised on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Since he had already raised $400 in donations in addition to the $300 raised by the bake sale, the total came to $1,400.
He hasn't finished tallying the books and toys he received, but thinks he has almost 500 books and 350 toys in good enough shape to give to the children, ensuring that each of them can have a book and a toy or two for their own, plus a reserve for future children who come through the shelter.
Did I mention that John Scott is only 13?
Originally published as HeroicStories #97 on Dec 21, 1999
Available in The Best of HeroicStories, Volume 2.
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And a very moving and inspirational performance here -
Canadiana
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Comments from our guests and members
Members and guests attending our weekly meetings are very important to us. Based on your comments we are able to produce many more educational, inspiring, and entertaining weekly meetings.
Following are some of the comments we have received. Would you please send us your comments?
April 28.
Great video on world change and even how the concept of change has changed, very thought-provoking.
May 5.
Really enjoy the format of shorter but multiple guest speakers.
-- Patrick Gibson, E-Club of Canada One, District 5370
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Announcements
RI PRESIDENT-ELECT
Francesco Arezzo (2025-26)
Francesco Arezzo, a member of the Rotary Club of Ragusa, Italy, has been selected to become Rotary International’s president for 2025-26.
Meet the president-elect: https://on.rotary.org/4lrfOJt
Meet the president-elect: https://on.rotary.org/4lrfOJt
The 2025-26 presidential message, announced at the 2025 Rotary International Assembly in February, will remain Unite for Good, which calls on Rotary members to be a force for unity in a world increasingly divided by politics, geography, and ideology. Through service projects, Rotary brings together people of every background — across races, religions, and professions — in a shared mission to do good in their communities.
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Explore the World of Rotary Fellowships! 🌍
Welcome to Rotary! As you embark on your journey with us, we want to introduce you to an exciting aspect of Rotary membership that goes beyond meetings and service projects – Rotary Fellowships.
Think of them as special interest groups that bring Rotarians from around the globe together over shared passions – from Cycling to Cooking and Photography. Whether you’re passionate about traveling or wine tasting, you’ll find a fellowship that can connect you with fellow Rotarians who share your enthusiasm.
Here’s Why You Should Get Involved:
• Expand Your Network: Fellowships are global! Connect with like-minded people across borders and cultures.
• Build Lifelong Friendships: These groups are not just about your shared interest; they’re about building relationships that last a lifetime.
• Get Inspired: Fellowships bring fresh perspectives and ideas that can inspire both personal and professional growth.
How to Join:
1. Choose Your Passion: Have a hobby or interest? Find a fellowship that aligns with it!
2. Join the Group: It's as easy as signing up to connect with Rotarians who share your enthusiasm.
3. Make It Yours: Fellowships are all about fun, so take part in events, travels, and activities that bring joy to your Rotary experience.
Get Started Today!
We invite you to explore the diverse world of Rotary Fellowships, connect with members globally, and turn your passion into action.
Visit the Rotary Fellowships webpage to see what’s out there and find your new Rotary community.
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Material Suggestions and Greeter Messages Always Needed!
Please feel free to forward an approx. 150 - 200 word message or any material suggestions in an e-mail, or in a Word document, along with a JPeg picture or two, to E-Club Administration Chair, Kitty Bucsko.
We'd love to hear from you!
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Just so you're aware -
Our Club's Ongoing Projects -
We provide ongoing support for the following projects:
And we're doing great!
Ask for more information if you'd like to be involved!
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Real-time meetings
Each 3rd Thursday of the month is our Fellowship Assembly, and we often invite interesting speakers or Rotary Leaders for this entertaining, educational fun event. Plan to join us.
The time is 9:00 a.m. (Mountain Time) in lieu of the weekly Coffee Chat except for July and August when there are no FA’s. Here is the zoom link:
Everyone is welcome to attend and we encourage your participation.
Please click our Event Calendar for details and access Link.
For further inquiries or suggestions please contact: info@rotaryeclubcanada.ca
All our videos can be viewed on our YouTube channel.
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How do you support our club?
- The Paypal button on our ClubRunner Home Page
- The donation button on the attendance form, or
- Make an Interac transfer to rotaryeclubcanada1@gmail.com
- Send a cheque to:
The Rotary E-Club of Canada One
10430 135 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
Canada T5N 2C6
(780) 267 4547
Environment
The sociable weaver – Have you heard of this bird before? How ingenious!
The sociable weaver (Philetairus socius) is one of the most fascinating birds in the world—not just for its behaviour, but for its architectural genius.
🐦 Basic Facts:
• Scientific name: Philetairus socius
• Family: Ploceidae (the weaver family)
• Size: About 14 cm (5.5 inches) long
• Range: Native to southern Africa, especially Namibia, Botswana, and parts of South Africa
• Habitat: Dry savannas and semi-arid regions
🛖 What Makes Them Remarkable:
They are best known for their massive communal nests, which are among the largest built by any bird species.
🔨 Nest Engineering:
The sociable weaver (Philetairus socius) is one of the most fascinating birds in the world—not just for its behaviour, but for its architectural genius.
🐦 Basic Facts:
• Scientific name: Philetairus socius
• Family: Ploceidae (the weaver family)
• Size: About 14 cm (5.5 inches) long
• Range: Native to southern Africa, especially Namibia, Botswana, and parts of South Africa
• Habitat: Dry savannas and semi-arid regions
🛖 What Makes Them Remarkable:
They are best known for their massive communal nests, which are among the largest built by any bird species.
🔨 Nest Engineering:
• Structure: The nest looks like a giant haystack slung over a tree or telephone pole.
• Size: Can house up to 100+ individual birds, with dozens of separate chambers inside.
• Lifespan of Nest: Some nests are used for decades, with continuous maintenance.
• Temperature Control: The inner chambers are insulated and cooler during the day,
warmer at night—an ingenious response to desert climate extremes.
👫 Social Life:
• True to their name, sociable weavers are extremely cooperative.
• They live in colonies and engage in cooperative breeding, where non-breeding birds help raise chicks.
• Their nests often become mini-ecosystems, used by other birds (like owls, kestrels, and lovebirds) and even small reptiles.
🌱 Diet:
• Primarily insectivorous, but also eat seeds and plant material.
• They forage mostly on the ground.
🎥 Want to See It?
Here’s a short YouTube video (~5 minutes) that beautifully showcases the sociable weaver and its nest-building skills:
And a second video
Humour
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New members' corner
🧳 Paul Harris’s Suitcase: A Symbol of Service
Rotary founder Paul Harris was an avid traveler. In fact, after Rotary was founded in 1905, he spent a great deal of time visiting clubs around the world—sometimes so much so that his suitcase was as well known as he was!
Rotary founder Paul Harris was an avid traveler. In fact, after Rotary was founded in 1905, he spent a great deal of time visiting clubs around the world—sometimes so much so that his suitcase was as well known as he was!
One of his original travel trunks is preserved and occasionally displayed at Rotary International events as a symbol of Rotary's global outreach. Imagine what stories that suitcase could tell—each scuff and sticker a badge of service, not just sightseeing.
🧤 A Pair of Gloves That Started a Polio Campaign
During a visit to a clinic in the Philippines in the 1970s, a Rotarian was struck by the sight of a child receiving polio treatment. The child reached out with a frail hand and touched the Rotarian’s glove.
🧤 A Pair of Gloves That Started a Polio Campaign
During a visit to a clinic in the Philippines in the 1970s, a Rotarian was struck by the sight of a child receiving polio treatment. The child reached out with a frail hand and touched the Rotarian’s glove.
That small, human gesture became the emotional spark that inspired a local immunization campaign—which in turn helped Rotary launch PolioPlus in 1985, now one of the largest global public health campaigns in history.
🚢 Rotary on the High Seas
During World War II, many Rotarians serving in naval forces would gather informally onboard ships to hold “Rotary meetings at sea.”
🚢 Rotary on the High Seas
During World War II, many Rotarians serving in naval forces would gather informally onboard ships to hold “Rotary meetings at sea.”
Minutes were kept. Flags were drawn. Even when facing the uncertainty of war, the spirit of Rotary endured—with fellowship and service continuing in the middle of the ocean.
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Rotary minute
Food for thought
🌵 Rotary Moment: The Surprising Link Between Cowboy Hats and Tuberculosis
In the early 20th century, long before antibiotics, one of the primary "treatments" for tuberculosis was fresh air, sunshine, and rest — ideally in a dry, warm climate. This belief sent thousands of patients from the East Coast and Europe to sanatoriums in the American Southwest.
So next time you see a cowboy hat, tip it to history — and to the unexpected ways health and culture can intertwine.
Just as those early patients sought hope and healing, Rotary continues to champion global health through initiatives like End Polio Now, clean water access, and disease prevention.
It’s a reminder that with the right support and a bit of sunlight, recovery and reinvention are always possible.
Rotary Jukebox
For a small donation, your favorite musician will be featured on one of our next e-meetings for everyone to enjoy.
Every week we'll have a draw and the lucky person will see their song featured!
THIS WEEK - Adagio - Il Divo
Hamilton was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
He created the music, lyrics, and book for the musical, which is inspired by the 2004 biography Alexander Hamilton by historian Ron Chernow.
Miranda also starred in the original Broadway production as Alexander Hamilton himself.
The Four-way Test
To close the meeting, Rotarian Angel recites the Four-Way Test of the things that Rotarians think, say, or do.
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