Volume 7 - ANAF Rockwood Unit 303

Rockwood 303 BULLET-IN
Volume 7
2015
341 Wilton Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3M 3B8
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VOTE
ELECTION
DAY
JANUARY 19TH
Nominations for the 2015 Executive
FOR PRESIDENT
Marjorie Miller
Debbie Ponscak
Dunc Anderson
OFFICERS
Debbie Ponscak, Jack Mitchell, Rosie Towers, Marjorie Miller,
Jerry Simundson, Gord Reid & Ruth Gilchrist
Nominations are accepted from the floor for
1st and 2nd Vice-Presidents
NEXT UNIT 303 GENERAL MEETING (2015 ELECTION NIGHT)
7:30 P.M. MONDAY JANUARY 19 2015
NOTE: 2015 membership card or receipt is required
AND MUST BE SHOWN prior to VOTING.
“Democracy gives the right to vote however only YOU can exercise it BUT
Remember exercise is good for you “. dma
EDITOR’S REPORT
Any views or opinions expressed in the Bullet-In are the writers and does not reflect on the Unit or its
Executive. Articles, suggestions and any comments for the Bullet-In should be submitted in writing,
including name and contact information, to the editorial staff.
Rosie Towers, Lindsay Swanson, & Linda Simpson
President’s
Message
Duncan M.
Anderson
When writing something for the latest BulletIn and considering it is the Christmas Season
I could not help but reflect on A Christmas
Carol by Charles Dickens.
I am not saying that I am Ebenezer Scrooge
(Bah Humbug) but rather that I felt like
looking at Rockwood in the Past, Present and
Future tense.
PAST (Learn from it)
Over the past 64 plus years Rockwood has
accomplished many things due to the
volunteer efforts of the Executive and the
many members who have pitched in to help
with the various events.
Add to this the dedicated staff and the
multitude of guests who frequent the club you
could not expect anything but success.
related 50/50 but we still need to increase
other revenues and cut expense where
possible.
In a previous report I mentioned that like
the members the building is aging and we
need to develop a long range plan for the
clubs future..
The first step has been taken with the
creation of “Building For The Future”
committee which will begin its task early in
January 2015.
This committee, of Marjorie Miller, Roland
Dufault, Grant Kolodie, Bill Appleby and
myself, are to with prepare a report on their
mandate and objectives for the April 2015
Executive Council meeting.
I am sure that Rockwood's Past, Present
and Future owes its success to our pledge
of “Shoulder to Shoulder” but I would be
remiss in not closing with the Tiny Tim
quotation of “God Bless Us, Every One”
PRESENT (Face up to it)
Like many organizations Rockwood is faced
with challenges such as increasing the
membership, their participation, controlling
costs, providing appropriate events for the
members and the list goes on.
FUTURE. (Look forward to it)
With ANAF Canada celebrating 175 years
th
and Rockwood their 65 we as a club can
position ourselves to put on special events
that can lead to a very successful year and
good exposure in the community.
This will however take many volunteer hours
and most of all increased participation of the
members and their guests.
One side of the cost / income equation has
been addressed with the running of a great
revenue generator in Chase The King and its'
Romana’s Restaurant
MOST DELICIOUS UKRAINIAN FOOD
341 Wilton Street
Ph: 204-430-0201
Hours:
12 noon - 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Eat In or Take Out
SHOULDER TO SHOULDER
Public & Community Relations
Rosie Towers, 2nd Vice
We have now said goodbye to year 2014
leaving behind many experiences and ready
to embrace 2015 with great enthusiasm.
I thank my committee who have been there
to help get the information together and then
out to as many members as possible:
Lindsay Swanson (co-chair); Linda Simpson
who does the advertising in the papers; and
Carol Gillis who does all the proof reading
for the Bullet-In, making sure all the t's are
crossed the i's dotted. Thanks goes out to
Paul Dufault, our webmaster, who makes
time to keep our website maintained. Last
but not least many thanks to Bob Johnston
and his photographic
expertise. Without
these volunteers there
would not be a Bullet-In.
Many thanks goes to my peers that have
given me current information so as I can
pass it on through the table toppers and the
NEWFLASH.
I have learned so much in the past year and
met a lot of wonderful people through my
travels not only to Dominion Convention but
to the different Units in Manitoba.
I wish each and every one of you Good
Health, Peace and Happiness for 2015.
Finance Report
Jerry Simundson
As my term as Finance Chair is coming to an end, I would like
to thank the Members of Rockwood ANAF for the opportunity
to represent them on the executive board.
Since my last report we have had a lot of major expenses. The
roof has had to be repaired again and the heat exchanger has
had to be replaced.
At this time I would like to wish the members of the club all the
best for 2015.
Ways and
Means
Jack
Mitchell
The Ways and Means committee continues to function
smoothly and efficiently. All draws perform as they
should, with money being earned by all, and much
enjoyment for the members and guests is evident.
Changes to the scheduling for this year's holiday season
are due to the occurrence of our meat draws and Chase
the King draws falling on the weekends immediately
falling on the days following Christmas and New Years.
Scheduling changes will be posted on the bulletin board.
The big screen TV draw was won by Jack Mitchell, the chair of Ways and Means.
Jack would like to congratulate his volunteers and committee members. They are to be
commended for their dedication to duty and the club. Without them it would be impossible to carry
on as we do.
Entertainment Report
Marjorie Miller, 1st Vice-President
II would like to take this opportunity to thank my committee: co-chair
Gale Lussier (decorator, shopper, wrapper and cook for the Children's'
Christmas Party), along with Anne Simundson, and the late Barb
Flamand; special thanks to Jock Amos for being Santa at the Children's
Party as well as Tyson Campbell-Miller and Diane Dracass who helped
as well. Diane is always ready to help whenever needed. Rolly Dufault
and his group who helped with the delivery of the jail for Western Night;
Jerry Simundson for being Santa at the Unit Party; and all others who
helped out, including the Executive and Staff. Special thanks go to
Romana and her staff for the great job catering our Special Events.
As you can see, I have bands booked until June 15, 2015, with a few
beyond that. We try to plan a party once a month if possible. We have
retired the Circus/Carnival in May in honour of Barb and will plan a
similar event on Canada Day when the children can join in the fun.
If you have any ideas for a new party, please let me know. My
committee and I will take it under consideration.
SPORTS
Wayne Nowe
Congratulations go to Bob Delisle, Angie Sarahs, Bill
Cathcart and Barb Livingstone who played in the Mixed
Biathlon at Rockwood on November 22nd.
They took 1st place giving Rockwood 4 points towards the
shield.
The next Command Sport is Shuffleboard on January 17th
and is being hosted by Portage La Prairie followed by
Senior Snooker on February 7th.
Mixed Biathlon Winners
Sheldon Clupp, Bob Delisle,
Angie Sarahs, Bill Cathcart, Barb
Livingstone, and Annette Nowe.
Due to lack of interest we will not be sending a team to
Brandon for the Senior Curling.
Please watch the sports bulletin board for playoff dates
along with the list of hosting Units and sports dates.
Tuesday night darts has been a great success along with
some great camaraderie.
My grateful thanks to all that helped in the past year and a
Very Happy New Year to everyone.
Tuesday Night Darts
Christmas Party
Rockwood Seniors
Gordon Bradley, President
Rockwood Senior's monthly meeting is the
2nd Monday of every month. The first meeting
this year was january 12th, 2015 commencing
at 1.30pm in the club rooms.
PROGRAM;
Committee Reports.
A chance to test your skills at a specially
designed game with prizes were awarded to
the winners. Welcomed the new Committee
Chair Persons. Attendance Door Prizes were
awarded.
There were light refreshments served after
the meeting.
SENIOR'S EXECUTIVE- 2015
President
Past President
Vice -President & Publicity
Anderson
Secretary
Finance
Sick & Visiting
Membership
Sports
Entertainment
Phoning Committee
Gordon Bradley
Andy Gallant
Duncan
Jean Horn
Lloyd Burnham
Ruth Gilchrist
Kathy Loeppky
Annette Nowe
Karren Foster
Evelyn Gariepy
Gail Debrecen
Jeanne Thomas
Joyce Williams
Plan now to attend and support your
SENIOR'S GROUP.
KVA UNIT 17
KVA Unit 17 Executive and Officers for 2015:
Peter Ewasiuk – President
Hugh MacKenzie – Past President
Tony Thiele - 1st Vice-President &
Membership Chairman
Lois Mader – Secretary & Treasurer
Ron Elson – Sergeant-at-Arms
Harry Lee – Korean Liaison Officer
Dan Lafreniere - Service Officer
Kay McKinnon – Sick & Visiting Chairperson
KVA Unit 17 Monthly Meetings
Regular meetings are held at Anavets
Rockwood 303 downstairs in the small
clubroom on the last Thursday of each month
except June and September, which regular
meetings are held at CFB Shilo. There are no
meetings held in July, August or December.
KVA Unit 17 Monthly Meat Draws
4:00 P.M. on every third Saturday of every
month at Anavets Rockwood 303.
KVA Unit 17 Spring Fundraiser
12:00 Noon to 10:00 P.M. in April, 2015 (date
to be TBA) at Anavets Rockwood 303.
KVA Unit 17 Candlelight Ceremony & Service
7:30 P.M. on Monday, July 27, 2015 at the
Korean Cairn in Brookside Cemetery. We invite
all KVA Unit 17 Members, the Korean
Community, their families, friends and the
public to join us in remembrance of the
Manitoba Soldiers killed in action during the
Korean War, the Soldiers killed in the Canoe
River accident and the Veterans who have
since passed away.
Appreciation and thanks is extended from KVA
Unit 17 President, Peter Ewasiuk CD, and all
KVA Unit 17 Members to Anavets Rockwood
303 for their support of KVA Unit 17 activities
and for allowing KVA Unit 17 the use of its
facilities. All KVA Unit 17 Members are
encouraged to become members of Anavets
Rockwood 303 and support Anavets
Rockwood 303 by visiting at any time, not just
during KVA Unit 17 events.
In Memoriam
Recipe Corner
Pineapple
Zucchini Bread
We send condolences to the Families
who have lost a loved one.
Let Us Remember Our Shut-ins
Recovering at Home
John Gillis
home now from Grace Hospital
Lloyd Burnham
(knee replacement)
Tom Munro
home from Victoria General Hospital
Ingredients
Bread
cup packed brown sugar
cup butter or margarine, softened
cup shredded zucchini (1 small)
can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice,
undrained, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1
½
1
1
Glaze
Best Wishes for a speedy recovery for
those who have been sick with this latest
strain of the flu. Let us remember all the
care givers; they truly give of their time
and energy. God Bless You All.
If you know of a member who is
shut-in or in hospital, please let Ruth
Gilchrist know and in that way she will
do a follow up.
ROCKWOOD DONATIONS - 2014
Children's Wish Foundation
Circus Daddy Program
Cvet's Pets
Earl Grey School
Khartum Shriners
Kids Help Line
Military Family Resource Centre
Salvation Army
Siloam Mission
Winnipeg Pet Rescue Shelter
DONATIONS TO ROCKWOOD
The Book Club - $60.00
Anthony Witwicki was a member of Rockwood
and every year he would make a $100.00
donation. He has since past away and now his
wife Cynthia has been making an annual
donation in her husband's name.
½ cup powdered sugar
Reserved 1 tablespoon pineapple liquid
1 teaspoon corn syrup
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
·
1 Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour
bottom only of 9x5-inch loaf pan. In
large bowl with electric mixer, beat
brown sugar and butter on medium
speed until light and fluffy. With spoon,
stir in zucchini, pineapple and eggs. Stir
in flour, baking soda, 1 teaspoon
cinnamon, the salt and allspice until well
blended. Fold in walnuts. Spread evenly
in pan.
·
2 Bake 60 to 70 minutes or until
toothpick inserted in center comes out
clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan
to cooling rack. Cool 30 minutes.
·
3 In small bowl, mix all glaze ingredients
until smooth; spoon over warm loaf. Cool
completely, about 1 hour. Store in
refrigerator.
Pipe Major's Report
The ANAVET Unit 303 Pipe and Drum Band
2013-2014
December 31, 2014
The ANAVET #303 Pipe Band had another busy year performing for the usual parades and venues
including rural Manitoba and at the Rockwood Unit. A decision was made to remove the lengthy
parade in Brandon from our band engagements. This was the first summer in a long while that we
didn't perform at the Scottish Pavilion at Folklorama – apparently a slip-up with the new Folklorama
executive! I believe we are already invited for next year.
Some of our members, due to age, illness or hospitalization are not able to join us anymore, or at
least, not on a regular basis. We enjoy any time they can come out to a practice or to an event – if not
to play, then for fellowship. A terrific gathering was organized this summer so we could spend time
with former Pipe Major Bill Ramsay in Riverview, which was great for all who participated, and Bill was
very appreciative. There have also been things to celebrate, like weddings and retirements. It's terrific
when we can enjoy these events together.
Our novice players continue to be keen and join us when they can. Being with us is helping them
grow as musicians and will help keep our band membership strong. Some of them tried their hand at
some competing and have made good progress. Actually, we've had some experienced players head
back in front of the judges with great success too!
We still have impressive numbers when we're all together, and this is why we still provide great
performances on a regular basis. We had a very good turnout for Remembrance Day, and the
members of Rockwood Unit couldn't say enough good things about our performance. As we
appreciate our connection with Unit 303 and the privilege of using their practice rooms, they really
appreciate the flare we bring to their events. This fall, the Unit honoured piper Jan Embury and
myself with a certificate and medal, in appreciation of our contributions. We were touched.
As always, thank you so much to the members that support me and the band with their time and
talents; be it tuning, guiding the novices, filling in when I'm absent, being dependable and
encouraging. It is so appreciated.
Camaraderie AND great Highland music – what a great combination!
Thanks for another great year.
Respectfully submitted by:
Robyn McCombe
Pipe Major
ANAVET #303 Pipe Band
Halloween
Dance
SOCK HOP
Remembrance
Day
Remembrance
Day
KIDS CHRISTMAS PARTY
UNIT
CHRISTMAS
PARTY
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY &
NEW YEAR’S DAY LEVEE