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Santa Ross
2 Paul Harris Fellowships were awarded, to acclaim and a few happy tears:
Josie Adlam
for her consistent dedication and tireless efforts, lifting our comms to new heights and crafting the Club's fantastic Electra Business Awards entry. The Club is now more connected and visible than ever.
Vic Hewson
for his amazing leadership last year, his cheerful optimism and the membership drive which has made the Club stronger and more diverse. You led by example and Ross is following in your footsteps.
Thank you both for being such fine Rotarians. You inspire us all.
Ross opined we are the most successful Club in the District. Jocelyn (tactfully) just smiled.
Ross presented a $5,000 cheque to Shirley Sowry and Malcolm Leeming on behalf of Life Education Trust. Malcolm was uncharacteristically quiet so Shirley said a few heartfelt words of thanks. The Club has contributed a huge sum of money to the Trust over the years, benefitting countless kids.
Santa Ross wishes everyone a very merry Christmas and safe holidays.
Josie was stunned to receive her award
Shirley and Malcolm were grateful for the Club's continuing generosity
The amazing Vic Hewson was humble in accepting his award
Love the beard!
Don and his backing singers
Tim, showing great dignity as always
Santa was a big hit with the ladies
Steph and Mayor Janet modelling the colour theme
Some tables were more serious than others
It was a splendid evening, with a full house and great entertainment by Don Wilson. The dress theme was red, white and green. People interpreted this in various ways and it made for a cheerful if chaotic scene. The pork roast meal was delicious: thank you to the ladies in the kitchen.
The ole collapsing table stunt made for some excitement. Linda and Yvonne got everyone up dancing.
Well done, all, on a terrific year of service, conviviality, and care and compassion for each other. Be safe out there!
Richard May in his sharply tailored number 1's
She has fed us very well all year. Thanks Ingrid!
The sartorial elegance of John Granville, visitor from Whanganui
Ladies in red. And these other folks
Marilyn had them all laughing
Marion's table, before the fall
3 wise men? Not according to their wives...
Ross is very proud of the Club's achievements
These 4 dudes really know how to wear a festive headpiece
How big is this Club's heart? This big, Guy tells Roger
Sue congratulates the Elf on the Shelf, aka Vic Hewson, on his Paul Harris Fellowship
Steph and Ken are excited for Christmas
Bruce can still surprise Liz
Beautiful ladies
Al's in charge of the fun table
Here's trouble!
Where the dancing actually started
Don played great tunes and mingled with the crowd
Joy to the world!
Time for a festive boogie
Mayor Janet assures Santa she has been a very good girl this year
Full house
Gals just want to have fun
Thanks to the ladies in the kitchen
Wood for Good: the final working bee of the year
Thank you all for your assistance yesterday, another magic day. Thank you for the physical work you did, for the loan of trailers, splitters, chainsaws, preparing to chip in wherever needed, making my job a lot easier.
Special thanks to Helen and Sandra for the delicious food: you never cease to amaze us!
Hope the head is OK, Kevin, do you wish to put in a claim to ACC?? Although, thinking about it, it may help you to focus on reading and obeying instructions!!
Season's greetings, enjoy family, friends and relaxing,
Yours in Rotary
Doug Hooper Smith
The morning crew hard at work
The weather was kind
Josie operated the claw thingy with great finesse
Muzza happy at work on the splitter
Sergeant Major Doug, thanks for marshalling the troops all year. This project makes such a difference.
Al on the tools
Sandra and Helen provided delicious smoko. Thanks for all you do!
Richard May broke out his shorts for the occasion
Sandra's yummy kai
A great initiative to give some free kai to local pensioners, made possible by many generous sponsors, and the mahi of Kāpiti Rotary Club and the local Lions Clubs.
This week
Pensioner Day: 16 & 17 December beside Pak n Save. Mal has enough volunteers from the Club both days, along with the local Lions clubs and other helpers.
