E-Bulletin Vol 4 October - Rotaract Club of Kathmandu Mid-Town

Kaleidoscope
A Monthly bulletin
Rotaract Club of Kathmandu Mid-Town
Charter date: 5th Nov. 1997
Sponsoring Club: Rotary Club of Kathmandu Mid-Town
R I District 3292.
Twin club: Rotaract club of Dharan Ghopa
October 2011/12
Issue : 04
14th Rota year
OCTOBER: THE VOCATIONAL MONTH
In 1932, Rotarian Herbert J. Taylor created, The FourWay Test, a code of ethics adopted by Rotary 11 years
later. It is now one of the hallmarks of Rotary .The test
translated into more than 100 languages asks four brief
questions unrelated to culture or religion, a simple
checklist for ethical behavior. It transcends generations
and national borders and has never ceased to be
relevant.
Life in the 21st century is turbulent. Now more than ever, there is a need
of a vision and a knowledge of what is happening around us, a new view
of cultural and religious phenomena, without dividing humankind into
limited and subjective categories. That’s the tenet for a better world and
a challenge for us in Rotary- Rotarians, Partners in Service: who are committed to high ethical
standards and serving without any boundaries to support and promote mutual understanding and
worldwide peace.
Today, it is especially confusing to determine what is really right and wrong. But the fundamentals of
Rotary are bound to universal ethics and humanity without any boundaries between race, religion, or
ethnic background.
The one universal, unsurpassed principle expressed by nearly every major religion and values system is
similar to the golden rule: “Do to others as you would have them do to you”.
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Club Service
Works on effective club administration by
organizing members, people and resources to achieve common goals
Diwali Greetings
“CONGRATULATION !”
RI President Kalyan Banerjee
for receiving an honorary Ph.D. degree from the
University of L'Aquila in Italy, for your humanitarian works.
Birthday Greetings :
2nd Oct: Rtr Anil Dhungana
11th Oct: Rtr.Astha Pal
17th Oct: Rtr Bijeta Maharjan
29th Oct :: Born on the same day Rtn & Rtr
-Rtr. Dr Chandra Lekha Tuladhar & Rtr.Sujan Manandhar
Parent Club “Meetings attended “
7nd Oct: # 1101
Speaker Mr. Paras SJB Rana,
Topic: “Greening, Your Hotel”
th
14 Oct # 1102
Speaker::Dr Buddha Basnet
Topic” High altitude sickness
21st Oct #1103
Speaker: Rtn Kul Chandra Gautam
Topic ” Rotary Regional Conference in Sri Lanka on 4 th Sept’11”
Good food prepared by host Rtr
Sabrina’s parent renewed the
energy of the board members to
stride up the stairs of service.
“THANK U HOST!”
“CONGRATULATION! IPP Anil Chaudhary ON YOUR NEW JOB”
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Professional Development Service:
Seeks for ways to develop skills and enhance knowledge
Gain knowledge to inspire your future as a bright and enjoyable BAR MAN –host.
Cheers!! To You & Your guest.
PP Anand Tuladhar educates the youth on usage of correct bar glass wares: Drinks are
intended to give pleasure to the drinker. The varieties of drunks are unlimited how does one
know which glass to use and for what drink? When are mixed drinks served?
The content of mixed drink depends very largely on the range of your pocket, the availability of
ideal ingredients and above all your own taste. Mix your drink your way and let the purist rage. Almost
all drinks taste better when served ice cold and wise to chill your until you are ready to fill them .One of
the exception is whisky when served with soda and water, and brandy when served with soda and
water.
1) Cocktail glass: also commonly called a martini glass. Designs range from thin and
delicate to colorful and crazy, and the correct cocktail glass will do wonders for the
presentation of your drink. Typically holds 6 ounces Use a regular or straight stem glass
for martinis and classic drinks. Z-stems or other fancy designs go well with colorful drinks!
2) Cordial glass: A small stemmed glass, generally used for aperitifs and
liqueurs. Holds 2 ounces, Makes a good presentation glass for layered
drinks
3) Collins glass: named after the classic Tom Collins it is a tall, slender glass for larger
recipes is but now used in a wide variety of mixed drinks. Typically holds
12-16 ounces.
4) Double Old Fashioned glass: a regular old-fashioned glass, but double! Also called
a "rocks" glass, a double old-fashioned can be used for many basic highballs and small
mixed drinks. Typically holds 6 to 8 ounces.
“Champagne Glass”
5) Coupe glass: A saucer-shaped glass with a wide, broad rim. Originally invented for
drinking champagne is not to be confused with the coupette glass, which is flatter and
shallower.
6) Flute glass: A tall, slender glass designed to preserve the carbonation of
champagne. Typically holds 6 - 8 ounces. It is great for elegant or romantic drinks.
NB: To be continued
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What’s in the glasses? Oh ..… its empty !!! Even though Cheers!
We R at least more knowledgeable on types of bar glasses
However, a taste of the beverages would have made a more lasting impression.
“The business of selling dreams – The art
of making advertising”23rd Oct
Vocational recognition:
President Samir presented Cash award of Rs 500/ to
Mr Kaji Jairu, from Ramechap a roadside tailor since
16years who even with his meager income and with 2
children &wife to support, provides free service of
his vocation to help those in need.
“Social media surgery"
A workshop regarding today’s social
media and technology conducted by
“Equal Access"
“THANK U”
Resource person: Mr Joydeb
Chakravarty (Managing Director of
Thompson Nepal Private Limited)
Rtn Buddha Laishram (Committee Member of
New Generation) for coordinating & sponsoring
the program.
National
Banking
Training
Institute (NBTI)
for providing the venue.
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“DASAI “:
AN OCCASION TO PAY RESPECT & RECEIVE BLESSINGS FROM ELDERS
BLESSINGS: from Senior Citizen at Aama Ghar
“CONGRATULATION!” on your SILVER JUBILEE OF SERVICE “SGCP “
(Self Help Group of Cerebral Palsy)& specially to the visionary, dedicated elderly yet active
gentleman Mr Batuk Rajbhandari with his team .
We the youth support you in your noble EFFORT.
A success story but one
that needs still stronger
support to spread this
HAPPINESS to OTHER
CP CHILDREN in many
more families.
Please “VISIT &
SUPPORT THE CAUSE
OF SGCP at Dhapakhel
“World Polio Day Celebrated”& birth date
of Dr Jonas Edward Salk produced polio vaccine in 1952
RI DIRECTOR & ROTARY DIGNITORIES from India & Sri Lanka.
“ THANK U” for walking with us, & sharing your success stories
to motivate us to strive for Polio free status.
“Where there is a will there is a Way.”
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A GLOBAL CHALLENGE TO ERADICATE POLIO FROM THIS PLANET: initially
Initiated by Rotary & then spearheaded by Global Partners:
UNICEF, WHO, CDC in Year 1984-85 & further supported by Bill &
Melinda Gate in Year 2007 is now in its 27th years of struggle.
“WE ARE THIS CLOSE”
How close is this? A shortfall in budget of US$ 665 million
4 countries yet to be Polio free: India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria.
“END POLIO NOW “campaign: RI district 3292 Nepal National Polio plus Committee organizes
Walkathon on 22nd October /
South East Asia Workshop on 24th October: Chief Guest Right Hon. VP of Nepal, Pramanda Jha
Special Guests: RI Director YP Das , PDG Manjit Sawhney ( Chairman SEA Regional Polio Plus Committee ) &
Dignitaries of WHO ,UNICEF & ROTARIAN Dignitaries from neighboring countries
World Status of Polio: 20th Oct
Total number of cases in 2011: 444
Total number of cases in 2010: 1349
(Wild Poliovirus Weekly Update, WHO)
Progress of US$200 Million Challenge for Polio
Eradication (20 September 2011:
Rotarians raised approximately US$190
million for The Challenge.
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Polio Survivor’s Appeal: THANK U! Please do
continue with still more energy to make the
country and the world Polio free.
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Community Service :
Responds to identified community needs,
And aims to work for specific, realistic goals with measurable results
Concern for disadvantaged and neglected children
Rotaracts provide clothes and spend quality time with the children at
PA Nepal
PA Nepal (Prisoners Assistance Nepal)
established in 2000 provides welfare services for those in prison.
The perpetuation of these ideals in Nepali jails is largely due to
Chairperson Ms Indira Ranamagar, who gained her experiences
working with the renowned writer and human rights activist
Parizat in the early 1990s.
PA Nepal provides a home currently for 60 children who would otherwise be in the jail with convicted
parent. In the female sector of the prison, the organization besides supporting the children with their
prisoner parent in the jail also runs skilled training and income generating activities along with focus on
the needs of the mentally ill prisoners.
“MEDIA”
A Nepalese youth Ms Romi Ghimire became successful in being listed in the
Guinness world record of conducting non -stop interview for 48
hours.
She also interviewed President Rtr.Samir Nepal of Kathmandu Mid Town
in the “Voice of youth Fm 96.8”which was on live Broadcast to 140 countries.
On behalf of e club Rtr Samir conveyed:
“Congratulations!”
&
Thanked
For involving the Ktm Mid Towner’s.
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INTERNATIONAL
Roman Beneikt Wittheberg ,Donnersberg,Germany (District 1860)
Hey Samir,
Happy Dashain. Now I can sing “Resham firiri” by
heart. Before the Rotaract tour on October 12th 2011,
I wanted to get an insight of Nepali culture.
There are so many differences to explore, that every
single day is a new adventure.
. Nepal is a wonderful country specially the nature, the sociable
people and the "organized chaos" are wonderful. For a German, it is a
big contrast. Only when Western people have visited a developing
country once, they really know about the differences and the things
we can learn of you.
Keep your strong belief and do not forget that helping each other is the most important thing in life.
Thank you for this incredible day! We will stay in contact. If we can help, let us know!
WELCOME ROTREK TEAM
AWESOME RAFTING AT TRISHULI
INVITATION
For Special Forthcoming Event:
“Handing over of 4th Classroom “
Developed with the support of RC Landshut + Rotary &Rotaracts
of Kathmandu Mid Town + Well Wishers
Special Guests: Rotarian delegates from Landshut Germany
Date: 4th November 2011 Friday Time: 2.30 pm Program: 3.00 -4.00pm
Venue: Jana Sewa Higher Secondary school, Paanga
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Readers: We “Thank You” for your kind comments
Sent: Saturday, October 01, 2011 8:57 AM
Subject: RE: E-Bulletin, September
It is always a pleasure to peruse the
Kaleidoscope e-bulletin and to learn about
the activities of our Rotaract colleagues. I
found the September 2011 bulleting full of
many inspiring stories.
How nice to see our Rotaract members
providing vision-testing, counseling and
support for school children. The visit and
support to women in prison, and children in
orphanages must have been mutually
satisfying.
I commend the Rotaract for reaching out
and offering a helping hand to these most
vulnerable and neglected members of our
society.
I regret i have not been able to join the
Rotaract activities so far, but hope to do so
in the near future.
-Rtn Buddha writes: My congratulations on another
well-composed Kaleidoscope.
-Rtn M K Jha comments: Congrats for a beautiful
bulletin.
-Rtn OK Malla: Hats off to your great Rotary/
Rotaract work and its achievements.
R
End of “Festive Season”
hopefully the end of over
eating & over work.
“Good Night!”
Let me take the occasion to thank
you, Chandra Lekhaji, for your dedicated
mentorship of the Rotaracts. I know your
help and guidance have been a source of
great encouragement to the Rotaracts, and
we are all very grateful and proud of you.
With warm regards,
Kul Chandra Gautam
RC Ktm Mid –Town
Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2011 9:18pm
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Dear PP Dr Chandra Lekha ji and PP Anandji,
“BEST WISHES “
PDG Subhash Saraf, 3131, Pune India RLI
Thanks a lot for your kind comments and good words. I am happy that you like our Rotarians' e-Digest.
Your membership drives as to be appreciated.
Your work on NG is great since long time.
Your Rotaract work is a great service to youth. It looks your rotary club under leadership of both of
you is doing great service to NG. Your E- Bulletins (Rotaract) are wonderful and bubbling! Keep it up.
The photograph is wonderful and I was trying to search some of my friends in it, whom I met and know
during my visit.
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Ist Quarterly activity report of July /August/Sept/ by:
New Generation Chair PP Dr Chandra Lekha Tuladhar
Committee members: PP Anand Tuladhar , PP Jyotsana Shrestha , Rtn Buddha Laishram
I)
II)
III)
IV)
Club Services : Board Meeting =3 / Fellowship many
Membership growth and Involvement: + Total members =Current 47.
Meetings Own club =2 with one International Guest speaker
Special meeting with New Generation Committee
Professional Service : Training: 1)Business & Meeting etiquette 2)Identifying ones
hidden talent 3)Vision testing 4)Education on plant 5) Art of photography Workshop
:Organized Special project for youth on Art competition 6) Vocational recognition 7)
Advertising workshop
Community Service :
Avoidable Blindness: Vision screening programs (4) children screened =460
Senior Citizen: 1 program
Downtrodden & Neglected children program 1) Concern for mentally challenged 2)
for young girls and women in the prison. 3) Concern for children of prisoners.
Environment: Cleaning Bagmati river side 2 programs
International Service 1) RID 3280, Bangladesh 2)Canadian Day Celebration - volunteering
3)RID District 1860, ,Germany ,multiple activities with International Rotaracts 4)Meeting
with Rotarian Dignitaries
V)
Partners In Service :For the Interact 1)COTS 2)Training on conducting meeting
3)Fellowship visit to the zoo 4)Hidden Talent highlight
VI)
Media Coverage: 1) Annapurna post
21st July – Let’s talk about mental health
2)Republica 3)Himalayan Times 4)Vow
VII)
Participated in Polio program of RI District 3292:”Walkathon to End Polio Now”
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The club completed a special project construction of “a Ramp “for the physically challenged a
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Rotary+ Rotaract project for Physically Challenged International support.
The club received special recognition: An Award from ENPHO for providing service in water
& sanitation to the community.
Editor: Rtr. KishorAcharya
Advisor to the Editor :
kisshoracharya@gmail.com
Rtn. Dr. Chandra Lekha Tuladhar
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Co-editor: Saugat Gautam
saugat.gautam@gmail.com
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