Apologies for the late delivery of this week's eBulletin. It's a busy week for the Rotary Club of Whistler and what can I say? I've been busy for preparing and I had to wash my hair .
Earlier today the RMOWs John Rae did an interesting and very detailed presentation on plans for Cultural Tourism in Whistler. As John mentioned Cultural Tourism is much more than the arts. Would you believe that it also includes things like our sign projects? Very informative.
Last Week's Happenings
On Monday a small group celebrated the completion of this years Don MacLaurin Sign Project work. Mother nature was kind to us and presented us with a very sunny bluebird day although it was a little chilly. Members of Rotary, Community Foundation of Whistler, the Whistler Museum and the Pique were present. David Oakes took some nice pictures and we hope to see event mentioned in the Pique.
Upcoming Meetings and Events - Lots going on in November
There is much on our plate for this week. Two very high profile events: the Cenotaph Dedication and Remembrance Day.
Nov 10, 2017 Cenotaph Dedication The Cenotaph has moved to its new location in the Olympic Plaza (Please see article below). There will be a dedication ceremony that I think will happen at 4:00 (to be confirmed). We will need 3-4 vollies and I will pass along more details when I get them.
Nov 11, 2017 Remembrance Day Ceremony We will again observe Remembrance with our community. This time at the Olympic Plaza near the new loaction of the Cenotaph. Again more details when I get them.
Nov 14, 2017 David Malaher Boeing's Position in the Small Airliner Market with Bombardier
Nov 21, 2017 Stano Faben on hiking gems within 2 hours of Whistler
Nov 24 -25, 2017 Guess Who's Coming to Dinner If you are planning on attending please act now. Sheila has some important meetings and needs your reply before Nov 13.
Also consider registering for the Rotary International Peace Building Conference 2018 being held in Vancouver February 9 - 11, 2018. The theme is Environmental Sustainability and Peace. David Susuki will be the keynote speaker.
Rotary Leadership Institute - Part 3 is November 25 from 8 AM - 4 PM each day. Registration is open now. Part 1 is being held at Sheraton Four Points Richmond, and Parts 2 and 3 are being held at the Accent Inn on Henning Drive in Burnaby. The cost is $85 and some clubs choose to subsidize or cover this cost. Of course, carpooling, especially coming from our area is encouraged, and only adds to the fellowship! Those interested can access the registration page online by going to the District webpage rotary5040.org and scrolling down. It appears on the lefthand side.
The Cenotaph has been moved!
Anne Townley reports that the Cenotaph is now in it's new home. Yeah! It's finally where it belongs.
Anne sends a big thanks to Rotary for sponsoring the project. Also, special thanks to Mary for all of the effort and dealing with Veterans Affairs. Also a big thanks to President Ken for handling the invoices and queries from Veterans Affairs.
The Rotary Club of Whistler sends a big thanks to Anne for being the catalyst behind this project. We recognize your hard work and dedication to the project. Very much appreciated and Well done!
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