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Volume 49, Issue #7
March 2014
THE KINETTE CLUB OF COLLINGWOOD
District One, Zone C
COLLINGWOOD KINETTE KEY
Our Mission Statement:
GROW, LEARN, MAKE FRIENDS, HAVE FUN.
CLUB CONTACT
INFORMATION:
President
Monika McKean
mmckean@rogers.com
Registrar
Marg Holroyd
mhol@rogers.com
Bulletin Editor
Kim Dadswell
kdadswell@sympatico.ca
We’re on the web at
www.District1kin.ca
DON’T FORGET …
You must contact JANET no
later than the Sunday PRIOR
TO the General Meeting to
order your meal AND to
order meals for guests. If you
fail to cancel, you will be
required to pay for the missed
meal.
KINETTE KEY
Grumpy wolf.
NEXT MEETING DATE IS:
Thursday March 20, 2014
Orange Lodge Hall
33 Simcoe Street, Upper Unit
Social: 6:30
Dinner:7:00
COLLINGWOOD KINETTE KEY
Table of Contents
Front Page
Table of contents
Presidents remarks
Registrars Report
Bulletin Editors Report
Minutes
Committee Reports
Editorials
Kin Education
Profile
Secret Sister
Correspondence
Thank You’s
Cystic Fibrosis News
Zone News
District News
National News
Traditions
Roster
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PRESIDENT’S RAMBLINGS ….
President Monika
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
In case you hadn’t looked at a calendar lately,
it’s MARCH. What’s the saying .. in like a lion
out like a lamb or vise versa .. well, I do believe
that Mother Nature is completely messed up
this year so who the heck knows what’s going to
hit us next.
Hopefully when you’re reading this bulletin, the
weather has straightened out a smidge. I’m
tired of the swing in temps; not only for
dressing purposes, but the floods around my
house are getting worse and worse .. Fifth Street River is flowing.
As a club we’re picking up steam with the last part of our Kin year. Nominations are this month; have you
thought about putting yourself out there and standing for an Executive position? There’s so much to gain by
committing that bit of extra time and effort. You will learn and enhance skills, spend more quality time with
your fellow Kinettes AND get to vote at an Executive meeting!! I do hope you all consider doing something
different and challenging for yourself this year. Past President Barb has included job descriptions further in
this bulletin. If you have any questions about any of the executive positions, please contact myself or
anyone that has held those positions in the past to help you make a decision. Let’s fill the slate and have an
awesome election night in April.
Zone conference is also upon us. I’m thrilled so many of us are attending. There’s a lot of fun attending
events outside of your club; they allow you to meet members of other clubs, members of the zone and
district executive, members reaching out to win your vote, and most importantly, to see that all of those
members are just like you .. and you could do it too. Grow, Learn, Make Friends, Have Fun AND .. take a look
at what could be your next step!
To all attending “Green Beer Day” I wish you all the fun you can handle .. enjoy your day!!! Kate and I will be
HOPEFULLY heading to the London Sugar Bush to check out the sap .. looking forward to that for sure.
See you all on Thursday ..
Yours in Kin
Monika
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Registrars Report–
Marg
Registrar’s Report
February General was another great turnout. A big thank you goes to Life Members Gretta Gill and Kathy Jeffrey
who amused us with tales of Kinettes in an earlier time. DG Lisa got our minds going with her quiz and news from
Zone. Caterer Kathryn’s meal was delicious. And we never thought we would find anyone to replace our Tim! Well,
Kathryn is close.
March Menu: Pork chops with mushroom sauce, rice, green beans, rolls or baguette, green salad with raspberry
balsamic vinaigrette, angel food torte with blueberry topping.
$14. Bring your own dinner & dessert plates, and cutlery.
Thank you goes to Janet for taking on the Registrar’s duties for the March General. I will think of you all from Arizona whilst visiting Past President Georgie.
Registrar Marg
Bulletin Editors Report—Kim
I don’t have a lot to say in this space today.
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General Minutes
Secretary Katie
President Monika welcomed everyone to the 6th General Meeting held at the Orange Hall on Thurs. February 20th, 2014
O’Canada, the Kinette Song and Kinette Grace were done as a group.
Address to the Chair:
President Monika, welcome honoured guests and fellow Kinettes .. thank you Founder Hal for all you gave us. Kingratulations
ladies, on all we are.
Sergeant-at-arms:
April
Fines Mistress:
Janet
Introduction of Guests: Deputy Governor Lisa Burechails; Zone C Service Director Debbie Hodgkinson; Life Member, Past National President Kathy Jeffery; Life
Member, Past District Co-Ordinator Gretta Gill
Dinner break
TOAST TO THE QUEEN
The February General Meeting of the Kinette Club of Collingwood was called to order at 7:49pm
Recording Secretary’s Report, Secretary Katie:
Motion Katie, Second April that the minutes of the February Executive Meeting and the January General Meeting are approved as printed in the bulletin. CARRIED
Corresponding Secretary’s Report, Secretary Katie:
Thank you from Flesherton Kinettes for our support at their Charter night – to Bulletin / Barb
Another invitation to the Hospital Breakfast – to Bulletin
Happy Ground Hog Day card from The Print Shop – read and filed
Revenue Canada paperwork – to Risk Manager Janet Currie
Business arising from the correspondence:
Is there anyone able to attend the Hospital Breakfast? Marg
Rev Canada – to Janet then Debbie for filing
Treasurer’s Report, Treasurer Debbie:
General Account — $3728.54 (of which Convention Account is $257.65)
Service Account
—
$8059.11 (of which Cystic Fibrosis is $2551.17)
Motion Debbie, Second Katie that the Treasurer’s report is accepted as stated. CARRIED
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GENERAL MEETING MINUTES (con’t)
Bills for Payment:
Barb, payable to the print shop $32.77 – letters for spring convention (boodle bag items)
Debbie, payable to Debbie $23.49 – stamps, coin covers, misc. office supplies
Cathie, payable to Cathie $177.78 – KINdness Day
Motion Lori, Second Brenda that the bills be paid. CARRIED
Committee Reports, Vice President April:
Books on Wheels February delivery report from Barb and Debbie: Had a great night delivering books – only had 9 deliveries but the people were so thrilled – got
hugs, kisses, welcomed into homes because it was so cold out. They really appreciated it! One lady from Chartwell used to live in Kirkland Lake and they
were pretty active so she was glad to meet us. Only took about two hours from start to finish.
Books on Wheels, Janet: March 13th is Barbara
Rheo Thomspon Mint Smoothie Sales, Katie: All sold out! Thank you to Barb for being the top seller. Have given $400 to Debbie, all monies have been collected. If
we want to do this again we’ll have to make sure someone is in the area to pick the chocolates up.
Spring Convention, Monika: Finally received the signed contract on the 18th so the registration form and the Zone Conference blurb are complete and have been
forwarded out for circulation. Hopefully the registrations start flowing in quickly. I am also working with Lisa to have a meeting with Cranberry for some
items that need addressing. BS & BM have delivered letters to downtown businesses. If anyone can get any items for the silent auction for cystic fibrosis
that would be great.
KINdness Day, Cathie & Debbie: Friday morning – Kim is on chats, meeting at 9:30am to the Peak and Enterprise to give them a tray of nuts and candies. Lots
planned for Saturday, meet at 10am in front of Town Hall. There are a total of 95 items to hand out.
Diva, April: Planned for last weekend of April – April is going to contact the church ASAP.
Old Business:
Magic of Children request Katie: Emailed Lori and she understood our stance on why we didn’t want to go through with the ArtsVest application. She said that
they have improperly worded the advertising in the past.
Zone Conference is March 23rd and I’d like to send our RSVP .. how many would like to attend?
HREF Bursaries. We have received two applicants for the bursary. PP Barb and myself will meet to review and will forward our choice by March 1st. We will let
the club know who our choice is at the March executive.
December 31st financial statements have been submitted – great job Debbie! Has been sent to District & Zone.
New Business:
Presentation from DG Lisa and Zone CF / Service Director Debbie
Presentations / recollections from Life Members Gretta and Kathy
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General Meeting Minutes con’t
Diane Rogers Kin Pride Award .. will be posted March 1st and due April 15th. Who is interested in hosting a “brainstorming session” to work on the award?
April to host on March 4th @ 7pm, bring snackies
Janet is bowling for brothers on February 28th – if you have any donations, she would gladly accept them
April RE MOCITA – they are taking in artwork this weekend if anyone is available to help out @ the library
Mystery Lady:
Mystery Fine:
President Monika
Janet
Sergeant-at-Arms Report:
Anyone who did not see the winning goal scored on the hockey game today - $0.25
$13.40
Raffle Report:
Monika
$44.00 – winner is Gretta Gill
50/50:
Brenda
$21.00 to club $21.00 to Janet
Registrar’s Report: LM Marg
A. Total membership (Active + Active Life)
12
B. Total members present (Active + Active Life)
11
C. Members on Leave
0
Life Members in attendance
4
Guests in attendance
1
Percentage in attendance
92% ( B / ( A – C ) )
Announcements for the Good of Kin:
February 22nd
National Kindness Day & Snowshoe social at Marg’s
February 24th
Sammie’s second birthday
th
March 4
Diane Rogers Work Party @ April’s 7pm
March 6th Executive Meeting at Katie’s
March 11th
Robin Thicke Concert J
March 15th
Green Beer Day @ Legion – Lori’s house around noon
March 20th
General Meeting Nominations
March 23rd
Zone Conference in Shelburne
Are there any concerns / questions / clarifications for the good of this Kinette Club that need to be addressed at this time?
Motion April, Second Lori that the meeting adjourn at 9:52 pm.
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Executive Meeting Minutes—Katie
The March Executive Meeting of the Kinette Club of Collingwood was held at Secretary Katie’s on Thursday
March 6th, and was called to order at 7:11 p.m. by President Monika
Those in attendance were: President LM Monika, Vice President April, Past President Barb, Secretary Katie, Treasurer Debbie, Registrar LM Marg, Bulletin Editor Kim, Membership Director Janet, Barbara & Joey
Corresponding Secretary — Katie McKean
Mailing from HQ
Kinnections
Draft resolutions (national)
Proxy for National Convention
National Member Liason Officer job position
Rain Barrel Program
Bank Statements – to Treasurer Debbie
CCI – information regarding commencement (Thursday June 26 @ 3:30pm)
CNIB – request for donation – to ways & means committee
M&M Meats – request for monetary donation to Crohn’s & Colitis through BBQ, also an invite to the BBQ
on May 10th – to ways & means committee
Kaleb Venning – sponsorship for group from JV high school leaving April 29 th going to Africa to build a
house with Free the Children (approx. $4400 per person and 25 students going) – to ways & means
committee
Business Arising from Correspondence:
Barb make a motion for standard donation to M&M Meats for Crohn’s & Colitis, seconded by Janet
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Executive Meeting Minutes—Katie
Treasurers Report — Debbie Hodgkinson
General Account—
$1950.81
(of which Convention Account is $278.65)
Also note that the District advance for Spring Convention is included in this total
Service Account—
$8281.33
(of which Cystic Fibrosis is $2551.17)
Motion Debbie, Second Katie, that the Treasurers Report be accepted as read. CARRIED
Bills for Payment:
Payable to Monika, $12.28 for couriering the club’s Bursary nomination to HQ
Motion Barb, Second Marg, that the bills be paid. CARRIED
Committee Reports – Vice President April Maclean
Diva on a Dime, Spring Edition, April & Kim: Nothing is new
Spring Convention, Monika: Plans are still being worked on. It was a no-go with the hotel to use the William
Watts as our own hospitality suite, but I am still in discussion with them about an alternate option which
MAY see us not having to run the bar, but still getting some proceeds. It looks like a viable solution if
Cranberry will go for it. We still do not have any registrations, but that’s not surprising with Kin lol. SO
once I’ve gotten more confirmation from Cranberry we’ll know what we need committees for and a good
idea about woman power. In the meantime, is there someone that would like to take on the challenge of
finding a costume for our Governor to wear for the weekend, in the 1964 theme?
Old Business:
Received a thank you from Rebecca Field for putting her application forward for the Kin Canada Bursary
New Business:
Zone C Kinette Zone Conference – March 23, 2014, Shelburne
Resolution #1
Resolution to bring Zone C Award recognition in line with District One House Rules
Whereas:
The District One House Rules have been changed to remove the use of banners for awards purposes,
And Whereas:
The cost and availability of chevrons to annually update the Zone award banners is becoming prohibitive,
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Therefore be it resolved that:
The Zone C Kinette House Rules be brought into tandem with the District One House Rules, and we substitute personal plaques or club framed certificates where applicable for Zone Awards.
Registrars Report — LM Marg Holroyd
TOTAL IN ATTENDANCE:
9/12 = 75%
Announcements for the Good of Kin:
March 11th
Robin Thicke in concert; Monika and Katie in the audience
March 13th
Barb’s hosting a Lia Sophia party at 7 p.m.
March 13th
Books on Wheels – Barbara
March 15th
Katie and Monika are travelling to the London Sugar Bush, weather permitting
March 15th
Green Beer Day (Lori’s house around noon)
March 20th
General Meeting and nominations night – possible visit from Barrie Kinettes
March 23rd
Zone Conference in Shelburne
March 23rd
Rowan 7th Birthday
March 27th
Payton 7th Birthday
April 3rd
Executive meeting at April’s
April 5th
Barrie Kinettes Fundraiser
Are there any concerns / questions / clarifications for the good of this Kinette Club that need to be addressed at this time?
On motion by Katie, second by Kim, President Monika adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m
Birthdays for March and April
April
March
23 Rowan Whitehead
26 Payton Falby
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5 Kim Dadswell
7 Debbie & Monty Hodgkinson
13 Oscar McArthur
14 Barb & Al McArthur
24 Lori & Bruce Higdon '76
30 Scott Bishop
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Committee Reports
nd
Dates (2
Thursday)
Club Member
Club Member
September 12
Marg
Barbara
October 10
Marg
Janet
November 7
April
December 12
January 9
February 13
March 13
April 10
May 8
Dave
Brenda
Debbie
Kim
Barbara
June 12
Brenda
July 10
Barbara
August 14
Barb
Barbara
Janet
September 11
Please arrange to switch with another Kinette if you have a scheduling conflict.
Thanks for assisting with such a valuable community service.
Janet
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Kinette Club of Collingwood Executive Nominations 2013 - 14
Position
President
Vice President
Mover
Second
Nominee
April MacLean
Secretary
Recording / Corresponding
Treasurer
Bulletin Editor
Katie McKean
Membership Direc-
Barb S.
Registrar
Kim Dadswell
Barb S.
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Committee Report–
CLUB PROJECT REPORT & ONLINE
SERVICE REPORTING
Name of Event: Rheo Thompson Chocolate
Sales
Total amount of money raised: $400
Total cost to run event: $240
Net Profit $160
Any other key totals (pounds of food donated, trees planted, meals served, etc.): Katie picked up the
chocolates in Stratford when she was there for January Council Meeting saving about
$60 on shipping cost.
Description of Event: Rheo Thompson Chocolates offers a fundraising opportunity
for their mint chocolate smoothies. Note that it was a very easy project to complete –
minimum order is 200 chocolates. Sold chocolates for $2 each.
What were the club’s responsibilities?
Pick up chocolates and sell them.
What media outlets were used to promote your event (check all that apply):
☒ Other – if other, please list: Word of mouth
Any recommendations, concerns, additional notes:
Very successful! All of a sudden we had sold out of our 200 chocolates (within a week
or so). The only recommendation would be that a member can pick up the chocolates
in Stratford as it is quite expensive to ship (if we do it again in the future). Kudos to
Barb McArthur for selling the most chocolates!
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Committee Report–
Collingwood Kinettes celebrating National KINdness Day
The Collingwood Kinettes spread National KINdness Day over several days. It began on Thursday evening at our General Meeting. A poster was presented to Monika and Katie McKean with the request that they take the poster to
their work (Goodall Plant) the next day. This poster Said “Celebrating National KINdness day with the Collingwood
Kinettes”. The rest of the poster was covered with bags of candies for the employees to help themselves.
On Friday morning four Kinettes met at the local radio station, the Peak FM where they presented a candy/nut tray
to the staff. We then visited the local newspaper, the Enterprise Bulletin were they were also presented with a
candy/nut tray.
Saturday morning 8 Kinettes met downtown Collingwood in front of town hall. Starting here we placed 7 scarves
with notes attached to flag and light posts. The notes stated that the scarves were free as part of our KINdness day
celebration. We then walked around downtown handing out KINdness cards with attached hot chocolate packages,
toonies and lottery tickets to people passing by and we went into many stores wishes everyone a Happy National
KINdness day. Over 100 items were handed out. Candy/nut trays were also given to a couple of local businesses
that have supported our club in the past. These trays were also taken to the local fire department and on Monday to
the local OPP detachment.
Though our hands, cheeks and toes were cold from being outside, our hearts were warm as we gathered inside for a
lovely lunch after all our goodies were given out.
Thanks for all your help ladies!
Cathie Brillinger
Collingwood Kinette
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Committee Reports
The Committee of Past President Barb and President Monika met and reviewed the
two bursary applications submitted.
It was our unanimous decision to forward Rebecca Field's application.
Rebecca is the daughter of a past Collingwood Kinsmen, Ted Field.
She is working toward a career in Pediatric Nursing or Pediatric Occupational Therapy.
We wish her all the best.
Monika & Barb
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Humour Submitted by Kim
Two little old ladies, Doreen & Evelyn were sitting on a park bench outside the local town hall where a flower show
was in progress. The short one, Doreen, leaned over and said, 'Life is so boring. We never have any fun anymore. For
$10.00 I'd take my clothes off and streak through that stupid, boring flower show!'
'You're on!' said Evelyn, holding up a $10.00 bill.
So Doreen slowly fumbled her way out of her clothes and, completely naked, streaked (as fast as an old lady can)
through the front door of the flower show.
Waiting outside, her friend soon heard a huge commotion inside the hall, followed by> loud applause and shrill whistling. Finally, the smiling Doreen came through the exit door surrounded by a cheering, clapping crowd.
'What happened?' asked Evelyn.
'I won $1,000 as 1st prize for 'Best Dried Arrangement.. !
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Readers Interest—Submitted by Katie
9 Facts You Probably Didn't Know About the
Winter Olympics
While not quite as popular as the Summer Olympics, there's something uniquely magical and special about
the Winter Olympics. Whether it's the idea of warming up while watching these
cold events, the fact that these athletes are flying down icy mountains and slopes
at breakneck speeds or the fact that there's actually a sport that mixes crosscountry skiing and shooting, the Winter Olympics are an exciting and special
time.
1. Two countries in the Top 10 for winter medals no longer exist
At the Winter Olympics, the top 10 medal winners overall includes both the Soviet Union and
East Germany. The USSR collected 194 Winter medals, making it third all
time, between 1952 and 1991. Meanwhile, East Germany's participation
only lasted from 1968 to 1988, but managed to win 110 total winter medals
during that time, placing them 10th overall.
2. There's a lot of money flowing
during the Winter Games
At around $51 billion, the Sochi games are
the most expensive ever, just barely edging out Beijing's $43 billion price
tag. But past games have also seen a lot of money moving around, and
sometimes the host city ends up coming out better than other times. While
Salt Lake City turned a $101 million profit for their 2002 games, Albertville went into the red by about $67 million. Calgary made somewhere
between $90 and 150 million from their '88 games, while Lake Placid ran
a $8.5 million deficit.
3. Only one athlete has won gold at both the Winter and Summer
Olympics
Only one person in the history of the Olympics has ever won gold medals at both the
Winter and Summer Olympic Games. At the 1920 Antwerp Summer Games, American Eddie Eagan won the light-heavyweight boxing gold. Years later, Eagan was a
member of America's gold medal-winning fourman bobsled team at the 1932 Lake Placid Winter Olympics.
4. Norway absolutely dominates the Winter Games
Norway is a straight-up powerhouse at the Winter Olympics. With 303
total medals and 107 golds (both all-time leaders), Norway has been a
perennial favorite — especially in cross-country skiing and speed skating, the country's two best sports. Not only that, but Norwegian crosscountry skier and biathlon participant. Bjorn Daehlie has won 12 winter medals (eight golds) in his career, making him the most decorated
Winter Olympic athlete ever. Plus, the country gets good bang for its
buck. Per capita, Norway has won one Winter Olympic medal for
every 16,556 residents. The United States, on the other hand, has one medal for every 1,237,154 residents.
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Readers Interest Cont.
5. The Winter Games are getting bigger
When the first Winter Games were held in 1924 in Chamonix,
France, 16 nations sent 258 participants to compete in six different sports. At this year's Winter Games in Sochi, 88 nations have
sent more than 2,800 participants to compete in 98 events in
seven sports.
6. 18 countries have just one athlete at the 2014 games
While countries like the United States, Canada and Russia have
sent many athletes to the games (230, 220 and 225 respectively),
18 nations have just one athlete representing them in Sochi. They are:
Zimbabwe, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Timor-Leste, Malta, Cayman Islands, Mexico, Venezuela, U.S. Virgin Islands, Nepal, Luxembourg, Bermuda,
Paraguay*, British Virgin Islands, Hong
Kong, Philippines and Tonga
7. The Olympic flame gets around
Commemorating the theft of fire from the
Greek god Zeus by Prometheus, the Olympic flame has always been a symbol of
Olympic competition, dating back to ancient Greece. It was reintroduced at the
1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, and in 1936 the tradition of the torch
relay was first established.
The 2014 Winter Olympics torch relay lasted 123 days and included stops in the North Pole (for the first
time with the help of a nuclear-powered icebreaker), in outer space via Soyuz rocket, at the bottom of the
deepest freshwater lake in the world — Lake Baikal in Siberia — and the top of Europe's highest mountain,
Mount Elbrus.
8. "Gold" medals in Sochi actually contain 516 grams of silver
The last Olympic gold medals that were made entirely out of gold were
awarded in 1912. At this year's games, a gold medal contains 516 grams of
silver and a measly six grams of gold.
9. Canada is the all-time leader in curling
After being included in the inaugural
1924 Olympics, curling was taken out
of the games until a triumphant return
in 1998 in Nagano. And even though
everyone's talking about the Norwegian team, it's the Canadians you really
need to watch out for. In both men's and women's curling, Canada leads
the all-time medal count and both teams have won spots on the podium
in every Olympic games since Nagano.
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Editorial/Quill Entry Submitted by Marg
Proud to be Kin, Lucky to be Canadian
Words 728
This past spring I travelled throughout the Mediterranean Region for a
month. Shared with close friends, the sailing, food, accommodation, and tourist
haunts all provided new and exciting experiences. Sounds like the perfect trip.
Yet, at the end of our travels, I was left with a rather unsettled feeling.
Unlike Canada, the unrest and despondency was palpable in most ‘ports of
call’. In Athens, dark graffiti and clusters of disgruntled young people created
angst despite the magnificent historical structures. One could not help but compare the ruins of the Parthenon to the economic state of Greece today!
In Italy, the atmosphere in every town and city visited was sullen and, as with Athens, it was obvious the young people were idle. Close to fifty percent in the
twenty to thirty age brackets are unemployed in Italy. In Rome and the Vatican, it
was not just the rain that dampened our spirits! While basically polite, people
serving and ushering us were sullen and there was a general sense of ‘hurry up and
finish’. Even our visit to the Vatican museum and the Sistine Chapel more closely
resembled cattle being herded through a sales market. It was depressing to see
sales booths set up in front of magnificent ancient wall hangings, more like a carnie stroll so intense was the ‘grab’ for funds.
In Peniscola, Spain, a holiday resort town primarily for Spanish people, glum
faces reflected the impact of the country’s dire financial situation. During our
week in Peniscola we only saw one person smile! We had made him laugh. Barcelona reflected the same tone. Watching business men walking Barcelona’s downtown streets reminded me of the frenetic looks on men in suits leaving high stakes
gaming rooms in Vega at six in the morning. These despondent people were a
strange contrast to the brilliance and yet frivolity of Gaudi’s whimsical architectural creations spread throughout the city.
In Turkey, sharp comments by tour leaders outlined the unrest which boiled
over the day after we left Istanbul. Imagine, the protestors were demanding their
long standing democracy, of which they were proud, be upheld. Citizens were appalled that the government had started enacting laws which were religious based.
According to our guide and news reports Turkey is over 85% Muslim but 80% of
those Muslims are not strict adherents to their religion and their pride in democracy surpasses their religious dedicate. Democracy, which we Canadians take for
granted!
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Editorial/Quill submitted by Marg cont.
Perhaps we were sensitive to the situation in Southern Europe because we were
aware of the threats of bankruptcies and political unrest prior to our trip, but the
gloom still took us by surprise. Perhaps we were sensitive to the situation because
we are Canadians with an eye to the ‘health’ of the world, but the downward spiral
still took us by surprise. Perhaps we were sensitive to the situation because we are
Kin and recognize those in need, but the enormity of the situation still took us by
surprise.
As Canadians I think we sometimes forget our own good fortune. We tend to
criticize Canada for the perceived higher cost of living here. We forget to take into
account the higher cost of building, transportation, communications, heating, and
food due to our northerly clime and the immense size of our nation. We forget to
take into account our world renowned Health Care, Education, and Social Support
Systems which provide us with the opportunity to live full, independent lives.
We forget to be proud of what we have. Freedom, health, diversity, and prosperity
represent a mere few.
This is not to ignore the plight of many Canadians! However, our problems pale
in comparison to those of many other nations.
We should also be proud of our citizens who belong to a wide variety of service clubs across our broad nation; Citizens who work to better the communities in
which they live; Citizens who raise more service dollars per capita than any country
in the world, or so I have heard! With this ethic ingrained in our citizens, it is no
wonder our country is quick to respond to the needs of others. It is no wonder we
notice the needs of others at home and while travelling abroad. Just like Kin!
I am Proud to be Kin! I am Lucky to be Canadian!
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KIN EDUCATION .. Barb
KIN EDUCATION:
At our March General Meeting, we will be having our nominations for the different
club executive positions. Please review the list of executive position descriptions
and consider what position that you would like to run for. Please note that Secretary is both Corresponding and Recording. To add some fun to our election night,
we suggest that you bring bribes to the April General meeting to win our votes. Also,
you may place an ad in April’s club bulletin to campaign for votes. Any questions,
please ASK!
PAST PRESIDENT - to act as Kin Education officer, by-laws chair, nominating chair and
rules of order chair. As Kin Education officer, responsibilities include: run a new members’
school (as needed), inform nominees and executive elect as to their duties and provide
monthly education articles for the Club Bulletin.
PRESIDENT - shall be chief executive officer of the Club and shall preside at all General
and Executive meetings. The President shall act as liaison with Zone and District officials.
VICE-PRESIDENT - shall assist the president in over-seeing service and money raising
projects. In the event of two Vice-Presidents, they shall divide the service and money raising projects. The Vice President shall also be the Awards Chair. Duties as follows:
1. Shall review with each Active Kinette member, current award status and what to strive
for,
2. Shall encourage and assist with the creation and submission of all Club, Zone, District
and National Award entries, and
3. Shall ensure the completion and submission of club project reports in a timely manner.
RECORDING SECRETARY - shall draw up and keep on record, minutes of the Club meetings and of the executive meetings, and shall be responsible for the submission of minutes
to the Bulletin Editor by deadline stated.
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY – Shall be responsible for picking up the mail at the club
post office box in a timely manner. She shall forward a list of all incoming correspondence
to the President at minimum two days prior to the meeting at which it will be discussed.
She shall conduct all correspondence for the Club and keep a copy of all outgoing correspondence in the Secretary’s records. She shall also be the Kin Supply Officer and shall
take over the duties of the Recording Secretary in her absence. The Kin Supply Officer
shall keep an up-to-date record of Club Kin Supply materials in conjunction with the
President.
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Past Prez Barb
TREASURER – shall be responsible for the preparation and submission of budgets to the
Club and all Zone and District Officers, as requested. She shall receive and keep accurate
records of all monies due to the Club and deposit it in appropriate General and Service accounts, in the local bank. The executive shall have the right to expend up to $300 per motion, with the favourable majority vote of the executive, at an executive meeting. The
Treasurer shall have the books up-to-date and available for review at any time. To ensure
collection of dues, the Treasurer will make overdue reminder calls two weeks following due
date. A written reminder will be sent after first month if necessary. The Treasurer will submit a written statement for the Bulletin. The Treasurer will supply information to the Director of Membership regarding the status of dues, as necessary.
REGISTRAR - shall keep accurate records of attendance for club attendance purposes
and district records and remind members of missed meetings. She shall be responsible for
the update, ordering and distribution of annual attendance tabs in recognition of club attendance awards. She shall be responsible for arranging meals and collecting payment for
it from each member. The Registrar will supply information to the Director of Membership
regarding the status of attendance, as necessary.
BULLETIN EDITOR - shall make all arrangements for the compiling of the Club Bulletin
and shall arrange for a copy to be sent to each member, and District and Zone Officers, as
required.
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP – shall:
1. Assist in the development and implementation of a Club Membership Programme;
2. Be responsible for the maintenance and submission of all Membership Reporting Forms
(ie – change of address, new member registration, member transfer, membership proposal
forms);
3. Ensure membership proposal forms are filled out and publicized in the bulletin and
membership kits are ordered;
4. Support, promote and encourage all Zone, District and National Membership Programmes.
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Katie
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SECRET SISTER LOVIN’
Secret Sister
The St. Patrick’s day card was
priceless; wanted to rush out
and buy a green thong! I will
enjoy the Tim’s card and the
Sorry Revenge with the children! The Board game is one of
our faves.
Many thanks, Marg
Dear Secret Sister,
Just want to thank you for the
love Kordana Roses which are
blooming by the window. They are beautiful, and
it definitely reminds me that
Spring is coming soon. Hopefully!!!!
And thanks for the chocolates
also. My other half enjoyed
them as much as I did.
Thanks again, BS "
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Humour Submitted by Marg
Hymn #365.
This is too funny - but I suspect the minister didn't appreciate it.
A minister was completing a temperance sermon. With great emphasis he said, 'If
I had all the beer in the world, I'd pour it into the river.'
With even greater emphasis he said, 'And if I had all the wine in the world, I'd
pour it into the river.'
And then finally, shaking his fist in the air, he said, 'And if I had all the whiskey in
the world, I'd take it and pour it into the river.'
Sermon complete, he sat down...
The song leader stood very cautiously and announced with a smile, nearly laughing, 'For our closing song, let us sing Hymn #365, 'Shall We Gather at the
River.' Smile - life is too short not to!! If this brightened your day
Don't let it stop here
Pass it on with a smile
Keep spreading the Cheer. See you at the river! Bring your own glass!
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Humour Submitted by Kim
What's in a name?
Do you remember the famous Olympic skier Picabo Street (pronounced Pee-Ka-Boo) Well, Picabo is not just
an athlete. She is now a nurse currently working at an Intensive Care Unit of a large metropolitan hospital. She
is not permitted to answer the hospital telephones any longer. It caused too much confusion when she would
answer the phone and say,
Picabo, I.C.U.
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ZONE C NEWS …
submitted by Monika
Beaver Valley Kinette
ANNUAL “SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP”
MALL CRAWL
GROVE CITY, PENNSYLVANIA
Friday, May 2nd– Sunday, May 4th, 2014
Cost $200/person with 4 people/room
Payment Due in Full by March 21st
Hi Ladies,
I am forwarding on behalf of the Beaver Valley
Kinettes, but please do
remember, that this is
the same weekend that
we are hosting the District for Spring Convention and we do really
need all hands on deck
to make this successful.
Thanks
Monika
Contact Jennifer at 519-599-7046
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submitted by Monika
Ladies,
I just got back from our Midterm Meeting in Stratford this past weekend, and I’m all pumped
for the rest of our Kin year!
Zone Conference is just around the corner (March 23), and just a friendly reminder to get
those awards submissions in to me so we can own the podium at Spring Convention!
Don’t forget about Speak Off and Joke Off at our Conference – looking forward to hearing
one from each Club!
And most importantly, I am stepping down after my term, so please encourage members of
your club to submit their papers for Deputy Governor. It is a wonderful rewarding position,
you learn lots, meet a ton of new friends, and enjoy some great fellowship.
If you have any questions regarding Zone Conference or awards or the DG position, please
feel free to contact me.
DG Lisa
Zone C Kinettes
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Cystic Fibrosis News —Submitted by katie
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District News submitted by Kim
Dear Kin member,
The "Outside of the Box" Committee was formed in the Summer of 2013 through an
application process, by a group of committed Kin wishing to look at opportunities
and options for District One Kin to be more fiscally responsible, clarify items
in our house rules, and also to assist in making participation in Kin outside
of the club more appealing.
Our members include Shane Walsh (past Deputy Governor, incoming District One
Membership Director), Bill Harris (Past DG, Past District Treasurer and current
District One CF / Service Director), Wendy Rolfe (Past Governor and past member
of multiple District Executives, current District One Coordinator), Debbie Ruffley
(current Deputy Governor, past member of multiple executives), and co-chaired
by Terri Iredale (Past Governor, past member of multiple District Executives,
currently District One Communications / Risk Manager and Past Governor) and Monika
McKean (Past Governor, past member of multiple District Executives and Life Member).
These members all bring different views and opinions to the table, and during
the course of our communication throughout this year, we have struck upon a few
items that we feel are important to look at for continual improvement for our
District. This is "part one" of our presentation to the members of District One.
We have a number of other areas we are reviewing and that will be coming forward
in the future.
We ask that you follow the link to our survey at your earliest convenience, to
respond to these questions.
<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Z3YGZ3L>
Our goal is to be able to tabulate the information and bring forward some positive
suggestions to District One. However, if you feel moved to bring any of these
items to your Zone Conference for conversation and perhaps formulating a resolution
for Spring Convention 2014, by all means, that can be done. Resolutions coming
from a Zone Conference can be forwarded to the District Secretary for inclusion
in Spring Convention business.
We look forward to your feedback.
Thank you for taking the time to participate.
Yours in Kin,
The "Outside of the Box" Committee
Please note, the Outside of the Box Committee is formed completely by volunteers
with no funding to support us, independent of the current District Council.
Kin Canada
1920 Hal Rogers Dr
Cambridge, ON
N3H 5C6
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National News .. Submitted by Katie
Dear Kin member,
The National Risk Management Committee is once again looking for a new member
to join our team. This position will take effect as of the May face to face meeting.
As a member of the National Risk Management Committee (NRMC) you will be:
- Asked to complete a three year term
- Participant in conference calls as required
- Participate in a face to face meeting every spring at Kin HQ. This years meeting
will take place May 30th & 31st. Expenses are paid as per the National budget.
- Responsible for the research and education of Risk Management issues related
to the Association.
- The liaison between the National Risk Management Coordinator, the DG's, the
DRM's and the club members.
Our Goal is simply, MINIMIZE THE RISKS, PROTECT THOSE AROUND US.
“RISK MANAGEMENT DONE WELL IS RISK MANAGEMENT DONE BY EVERYONE”
For more information on the NRMC please review the National Risk Management Committee
Role and Mandate document and the NRMC application form found at www.kincanada.ca
<http://www.kincanada.ca/> under the risk management section or contact me at
mnieson@kincanada.ca <mailto:mnieson@kincanada.ca>.
Deadline to apply is March 7, 2014.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Mélanie Nieson
National Risk Management Coordinator
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submitted by Deb
National News .. Submitted by Deb
Hollywood North
August 14 - 16, 2014
Toronto, Ontario
Kin Canada Headquarters will be organizing the 2014 Kin Canada National Convention. This year's theme is Hollywood North.
Rough Agenda
Thursday, August 14 - Pre AGM
Board & Governor meetings; optional tours
*A special road trip for a tour of Kin Canada Headquarters will take place in the afternoon*
Friday, August 15 - AGM
Morning: Keynote Speaker & Breakout Sessions | educational sessions
Cystic Fibrosis Canada Luncheon
Afternoon: Business
Evening: Speak Off Buffet Dinner | Friday evening costume event (Hollywood theme)
Saturday, August 16
Morning: Business
Service & Awards Luncheon
Afternoon: Business
Evening: President’s Ball; Outstanding District & Kin Awards announced
Stay tuned for more details (including local attractions) in late winter.
Host Hotel
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
123 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5H 2M9
www.sheratontoronto.com
Single & double rate: $169.00/night
Triple rate: $199.00/night
Quad rate: $229.00/night
To reserve a room, call 1-888-627-7175 and say you need the 2014 KINvention AGM special group rate!
Avoid disappointment - reserve early!
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Thank You’s
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KIN TRADITIONS ...
KINETTE SONG
KINSMEN SONG
Here we are together once again,
Here we are together once again,
Happy in the family of Kin,
One and all a happy bunch of men,
We’ve forgotten cares and worries too,
Leave your cares and troubles for a while
Kinettes we’ve work to do.
Let your face break forth in smile.
Each of us will help to bind the tie,
Look around; grab someone by the hand,
So the heart of Kin will never die,
They’re your friends, the finest in the land,
One and all let’s raise our voices high,
Now all set, let’s shout to beat the band,
KINETTES, KINETTES, KINETTES.
KINSMEN, KINSMEN, KINSMEN
O’ Canada
O Canada
Our home and native land
True patriot love
In all thy sons command
With glowing hearts
We see thee rise
The true north strong and free
From far and wide
O Canada
We stand on guard for thee
God keep our land
Glorious and free
O Canada
We stand on guard for thee
O Canada
We stand on guard for thee
KIN SONG
Here we are together once again,
KINETTE GRACE
May the Lord make us true Kinettes
In our thoughts and deeds.
One and all a happy bunch of Kin,
Make us truly grateful
Leave your cares and troubles for a while
Let your face break forth in smile.
For the food we receive.
AMEN
Look around; grab someone by the hand,
KINSMEN GRACE
They’re your friends, the finest in the land,
Happy to meet. Sorry to part.
Now all set, let’s shout to beat the band,
Happy to meet again.
KINSMEN, KINETTES AND KIN
For what we are about to receive
O Lord, make us truly thankful.
AMEN
KIN GRACE
Happy to meet, sorry to part.
Happy to meet again.
May the Lord make us true Kin
In our thoughts and deeds.
Make us truly grateful
For the food we receive.
AMEN
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MEMBERSHIP LIST 13-14
OUR OATH
I am committed to the Kinsmen & Kinette organization of Canada.
I am committed to my club and my fellow Kin.
I am committed to making a difference in my community.
I promise to make the values of Founder Hal part of my daily life. They will
not be forgotten.
I promise to show tolerance and understanding toward my fellow Kin.
I promise to help them grow.
I am committed to bring new members to my club and sharing the “Gift of Kin”
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