Last hidden column for tag filter | |
---|---|
Nov 01, 2017
|
|
When Science Made the Headlines in Rhode Island
Nov 02, 2017
At a recent conference held in RI concerning The Narragansett Bay Estuary Program, three speakers from the EPA were allowed to attend but not present their research. Our speaker attended the conference and will bring her insights to our weekly meeting. This will be our first meeting at our new time and location. Please come on Thursday 12:00 to 1:30 pm at Arturo Joes' Restaurant located at 140 Point Judith Road in Narragansett, RI.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nov 03, 2017 3:30 PM
|
|
Nov 08, 2017 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Second-Wednesday gatherings are held instead of the week's regular meeting. It is a relaxed time to hang out with fellow Rotarians to get to know each other and invited guests (colleagues, spouses, partners, friends, neighbors, etc.). No need to register -- just show up. ChopHouse serves 1/2-price appetizers from 4 -6pm!!! |
|
Nov 09, 2017
|
|
Nov 09, 2017 5:30 PM
Cocktails 5:30-6:45pm. Dinner 7:00pm. Master of Ceremonies will Be our own Russ Bertrand. The featured speaker will be District Rotarian Razia Jan an inspiring role model who opened a girls school in Afghanistan. Registration for the dinner is $46.50 per person / $465 for a table of 10. Click here for event flyer. |
|
Nov 12, 2017 12:00 PM
​Buy ​One ​More! It’s ​from 12pm ​- ​6pm ​at ​Belmont Market. ​We ​will ​have ​three ​2 ​hour ​shifts ​for ​people ​to ​volunteer. ​( ​12-2 , ​2-4, ​4-6 ​)This ​fundraisers ​will ​benefit ​Johnny ​cakes ​by ​donating foods ​that ​they ​need. ​If ​you ​are ​interested ​in ​this ​event, ​sign ​up ​at ​our next ​meeting!
|
|
Nov 13, 2017
|
|
Nov 18, 2017 1:00 PM
A service will be held at the Wakefield Baptist Church on 236 Main Street, Wakefield, RI, on Saturday, November 18th @ 1pm. Please click here for further details from the Avery-Storti Funeral Home website.
|
|
Nov 19, 2017 9:00 AM
Mews ​Gear ​and ​Beer ​6.9k ​Run! Starts ​at 9 ​am ​at Mews ​Tavern. Help along with URI/Rotaracters!
Come join us as we volunteer at the Easter Seals Mews Tavern Race on Sunday, November 19th from 11am-1pm. Dress warm as we will be outdoors flagging and doing any other jobs Judy Fortier and Jen Martin have in store for us. Check in at the White Tent.
We also could use some help with race prep handing out tshirts and bibs on Sat. November 18 between 12 and 3 under the big White Tent at the Mews. Let Beth Leconte know in advance if you can make it.
|
|
Nov 20, 2017 6:00 PM
|
|
|
|
Wakefield Rotary Foundation
Nov 30, 2017
|
|
Dec 01, 2017
|
|
Dec 02, 2017 5:30 PM
Game Night begins @ 5:30PM with a pregame gathering of pizza & refreshments organized by Jim Buchanan at his business in South Kingstown before carpooling to The Dunkin Donuts Center (1 La Salle Square, Providence, RI 02903) for the 7:05PM game vs. The Binghamton Devils A&B Family Appliances PAYMENT INFO: Please give check made payable to: Jim Buchanan or cash to Jim at a Thursday meeting. Or Send checks to: |
|
Dec 03, 2017
|
|
Review of Military Maneuvers - Korean Peninsula
Dec 07, 2017
|
|
Dec 09, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
"Stuff the Truck" event. Donate toys, food AND clothing (esp Coats). So it is what anyone can or wants to bring.
Co-sponsored by Mixx 99.3 FM, out of Newport. 4 charities lined up incl 2 local churches, Welcome House and Johnny Cake Center. We will also have hot coffee, chocolate or drinks of many kinds. Hot dogs and maybe burgers. Big event lots of fun. Robin McGuigan, Membership Chair, will be contributing also. Need more details? Contact Jim Buchanan (click here for email). Phone for A&B (401) 284-4108.
|
|
Dec 11, 2017 5:00 PM
Rotaracters invite all Rotarians to join them for a fun evening of fellowship, pot luck food, and rock climbing (it's even fun to watch) at the URI Indoor Climbing Wall (click here). Contact Beth Leconte for further details (click here for email). Attendance is free; there is no registration charge. Just write in the food item you will be bringing in the comments box of the registration section. Suggestion: contact Beth Leconte for food items to bring. Note for location reference: The URI North Woods Challenge Course [near the Indoor Climbing Wall facility] is located at 590 Old North Road, less than 1/4 mile north of the Compass School via an access gate on the west side marking the entrance to our parking lot.
|
|
Dec 12, 2017 6:00 PM
|
|
Dec 13, 2017 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Greetings! The monthly social in December will serve as a holiday party for members and their guests. Please join us at Phil's on Main Street where we will celebrate the holidays with a buffet, holiday music, and fellowship. The cost is $20 per person. Check out the planned menu by clicking on the Events Attachments item in the left column. Children's Friend Giving Option for members and guests: The Rotaracters continue to work with Children's Fund and to make it easier for the Rotarians they are requesting that we collect donations of diapers (disposable and cloth). Beth will collect these from Rotarians prior to December 11th as the BIG TRUCK will be collecting all gifts at URI on December 12th. Bring the diapers to a meeting, drop off at OLLI at 210 Flagg Rd Rd, Rm 212 on the URI campus, or call Beth at 871-8412 and she will pick them up. If you are used to giving a monetary gift,Beth will accept these and purchase the diapers for you. Children's Friends, a non-profit organization founded in 1834, is Rhode Island's oldest child welfare organization and a leading provider of child welfare, family support, mental health, and child development services. With centers in Providence, Pawtucket and Central Falls, Children’s Friend serves more than 30,000 of Rhode Island's most vulnerable children and their families each year. |
|
Dec 14, 2017
|
|
Chief of Naval Operations Distinguished International Fellow U.S. Naval War College
Dec 21, 2017
ADM Takei joined the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) in 1979 after graduated the Japan National Defense Academy. He assumed the duties as the 32nd Chief of Maritime Staff, JMSDF in October 2014 and retired from service in December 2016 after a 38 year career as a JMSDF officer. ADM Takei was a Surface Warfare Officer and specialized in Weapon Systems. In his early career, he served mainly on Guided Missile Destroyers (DDG). He commanded JS Ishikari (DE226) in 1997. He assumed command of Escort Division One in 2001 after several shore assignments. As a Flag Officer, ADM Takei served as the Deputy Director General of the Administration Department of the Maritime Staff Office (MSO) in 2004, and in 2006 as the first Director General of C4I System Department (J6) of the Joint Staff Office. In 2008, he was the Chief of Staff for the Commandant of the Kure District, and in 2008 the Director General of Operations and Plans Department (N3/N5) of MSO. Admiral Takei commanded the initial stage of HA/DR Operations in response to the Great East Japan Earth Quake in March 2011 as Commandant of the Ominato District of JMSDF. Later, he served as Vice Chief of Maritime Staff of JMSDF and in 2012 he was the Commandant of JMSDF’s Yokosuka District. ADM Takei has a Master’s Degree in Regional Studies from the University of Tsukuba and is a graduate of the Naval Command College of the U.S. Naval War College, class of 1999. ADM Takei was awarded the Legion of Merit from the U.S. four times, and is a recipient of the Legión de Honor (Officie) from France and Legion of Merit from Turkey. ADM Takei is a native of Nagano Prefecture, currently lives in Chiba Prefecture. |
|
Director of SK Public Library and the President of Library Board
Dec 28, 2017
Laurel Clark, Director of SK Public Library and Betty Cotter, President of Library Board will be speaking at our December 28th meeting. Bio for Laurel A. Clark, Library Director, South Kingstown Public Library: A resident of Warwick, Laurel Clark started working at the South Kingstown Public Library on October 11, 2016. She earned her M.L.I.S. degree at the University of Rhode Island in 2002. For the past twelve years she has worked in various capacities at the Fall River Public Library in Massachusetts, most recently being the Library Administrator. Prior to Fall River, Laurel worked with Special Collections at the Redwood Athenaeum in Newport. When speaking of her career, Laurel states she "takes great pleasure in working with library staff, Trustees, Friends of the Library, patrons and residents to keep our libraries relevant and vital for the community." |
|
Jan 01, 2018
|
|
Jan 01, 2018
|
|
Jan 04, 2018
|
|
Jan 10, 2018 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Second-Wednesday gatherings are held instead of the week's regular meeting. No need to register -- just show up. It is a relaxed time to hang out with fellow Rotarians to get to know each other and invited guests (colleagues, spouses, partners, friends, neighbors, etc.) What: Game night - bring your A game or just come and play for fun! Bring your own game night favorite. Playing cards, board games will be on hand. Potluck: Bring potluck or game night fare and beverages other than water, soft drinks, etc. Questions: Call Judy 225-5303
|
|
Jan 11, 2018
|
|
Jan 14, 2018 - Jan 21, 2018
|
|
Jan 15, 2018
|
|
|
|
Feb 01, 2018
|
|
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Feb 01, 2018
How the Greater Federation of Women's Clubs of South County makes a difference in our community. |
|
Feb 05, 2018 5:30 PM
|
|
How does an "Interdisciplinary" approach to patient care affect outcomes?
Feb 08, 2018
Tina Rizack, PD, MPH hematologist and oncologist from South County Health discusses "How does an 'Interdisciplinary' approach to patient care affect outcomes?" |
|
Feb 10, 2018
|
|
Feb 13, 2018
|
|
Feb 15, 2018
|
|
Feb 15, 2018 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
No need to register -- just show up. These gatherings are held instead of the week's regular meeting. It is a relaxed time to hang out with fellow Rotarians to get to know each other and invited guests (colleagues, spouses, partners, friends, neighbors, etc.). ChopHouse serves 1/2-price appetizers from 4 -6pm!!! *Note: aka The Second Wednesday Social. Because February's second Wednesday is Valentine's Day, club member consensus decided to move the social to Thursday evening since there isn't a scheduled meeting for this week anyway. |
|
Feb 20, 2018 6:00 PM
|
|
What is Rhode Island Doing to Prepare for Climate Change?
Feb 22, 2018
Meg Kerr, Senior Director, Policy for Audubon Society of Rhode Island What is Rhode Island Doing to Prepare for Climate Change? The Ocean State is already feeling the effects of climate change. Intense storms cause riverine and coastal flooding and some coastal communities regularly flood during extreme high tides. This talk will summarize how Rhode Island’s state leaders are working with local communities to prepare for climate change. Meg will also review bills under consideration at the General Assembly that relate to climate change policy. Meg Kerr is the Senior Director of Policy at the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. She is an environmental scientist, advocate and policy analyst with expertise in water quality and watershed management and experience working for government, university and non-profit organizations. Before joining Audubon in 2016, Meg was the Director of RI Clean Water Action and the Watershed Program Manager for the Narragansett Bay Estuary Program. Prior to moving to Rhode Island, Meg worked for the State of North Carolina and for the Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, DC. Meg has a MS in environmental biology from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and a BS in aquatic biology from Brown University. |
|
|
|
Mar 01, 2018
|
|
Mar 08, 2018 - Mar 10, 2018
|
|
Mar 13, 2018
|
|
Mar 14, 2018 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
No need to register -- just show up. These gatherings are held instead of the week's regular meeting. It is a relaxed time to hang out with fellow Rotarians to get to know each other and invited guests (colleagues, spouses, partners, friends, neighbors, etc.). PLEASE SHARE THIS INVITATION WITH FELLOW ROTARIANS WHO DON'T REGULARLY CHECK THEIR EMAILS OR OUR CLUB'S WEBSITE. |
|
Mar 15, 2018
|
|
Mar 15, 2018 5:00 PM
|
|
Contemporary Issues
Mar 22, 2018
|
|
Mar 23, 2018 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
|
|
Amani will update us on his peace work in the Congo
Mar 29, 2018
|
|
Mar 31, 2018
|
|
Apr 01, 2018
|
|
Apr 02, 2018 7:00 PM
|
|
Hooked: Mini-Documentary on Opioid Crisis
Apr 05, 2018 12:00 PM
|
|
Apr 06, 2018 6:00 PM
|
|
Apr 06, 2018 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday, April 6th 2018
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Swift Community Center 121 Peirce Street East Greenwich RI 02818 CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND TO REGISTER!
|
|
Apr 07, 2018 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
NOTE DATE CHANGE FROM 15TH. THERE WILL BE 2, 3 SHIFTS AND LUNCH. PLEASE SIGN UP WITH BETH LECONTE FOR A MORNING OR AFTERNOON SHIFT.
|
|
Apr 11, 2018 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PLEASE SHARE THIS INVITATION WITH FELLOW ROTARIANS WHO DON'T REGULARLY CHECK THEIR EMAILS OR OUR CLUB'S WEBSITE. Check out this Narragansett Times article on this new establishment - click here No need to register -- just show up. These gatherings are held instead of the week's regular meeting; so there is no meeting April 12. It is a relaxed time to hang out with fellow Rotarians to get to know each other and invited guests (colleagues, spouses, partners, friends, neighbors, etc.).
|
|
Apr 12, 2018
|
|
Apr 14, 2018
District Training Assembly: Secretaries, Treasurers, all Rotarians, & District Governor-Elect Bill Tennant. VISIT HERE FOR THE DETAILS AND TO REGISTER.
|
|
DNA Testing to Discover Your Roots
Apr 19, 2018
|
|
Apr 22, 2018 11:00 AM
|
|
|
|
Issues Facing a Coastal Community
Apr 26, 2018
Robert C. Zarnetski III is the new South Kingstown Town Manager. He has extensive experience in public service in Ct. and Washington DC. After working for the USGSA he has been a visiting lecturer at UMASS Boston. Robert is a past Rotarian of the Norwich Rotary Club so he brings an apprecitation of Rotary with him. Fur further information contact C. Elizabeth Candas at 787-5685 or cecandas71@gmail.com |
|
May 01, 2018
|