Greeting Rotarians! It is meeting week and you are invited! August 7th @ 1:00 pm at Nassau Yacht Club where our guest speaker is
Membership Director
Kent Forbes
Topic:
Focus on Membership
We will also be inducting a new member into the club and recognizing the recipient of the Roger Kelty Scholarship
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The Roger Kelty Scholarship Recipient
Allan Nairn
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JULY 31st
GUEST SPEAKER
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RECAP: July 31st Meeting - Dr. Amanda Rahming-Oneil
Dr. Rahming recently delivered a highly informative and engaging speech on the importance of breastfeeding. Key points from the speech included:
Nutritional Benefits: Breast milk provides all the essential nutrients an infant needs in the first six months of life, promoting healthy growth and development.
Immunological Protection: Breastfeeding boosts the baby's immune system, reducing the risk of infections and diseases such as respiratory illnesses, ear infections, and gastrointestinal problems.
Bonding and Emotional Benefits: The act of breastfeeding strengthens the bond between mother and baby, fostering emotional attachment and security.
Long-term Health Benefits: Breastfed infants have a lower risk of developing chronic conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers later in life.
Maternal Health Advantages: Mothers who breastfeed experience quicker postpartum recovery, reduced risk of certain cancers, and improved mental health.
Economic and Environmental Impact: Breastfeeding is cost-effective, reducing the need for formula and associated medical expenses, and it is environmentally friendly, reducing waste and resource consumption.
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JULY 31st MEETING PHOTOS
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BOOKS AND BRUSHES
COMMUNITY SERVICE
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Recap: August 3rd, 2024 - South East Nassau Rotarians and South East Nassau Centennial Rotaractors joined forces over the weekend to give the Columbus Primary School Library a much needed update and worked tirelessly to reorganize the library, creating a more welcoming and efficient space for students to explore and enjoy books.
The collaborative effort demonstrated the power of community and service in improving educational facilities for young students.
The updated library will provide a conducive environment for reading and learning, fostering a love for books among students. If you missed this weekend, there are more opportunities to get involved as this community service effort is being held every Saturday in August from the 3rd - 24th at 10:00 am at the Columbus Primary School.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Our Annual Steak-Out Tickets are now available. Please contact PP Bridgette for your tickets and more information on the fundraiser event.
PLEASE TURN IN ALL STEAK-OUT FUNDS TO THE TREASURER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE !!
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
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BOOKS AND BRUSHES
COMMUNITY SERVICE
PLACE: COLUMBUS PRIMARY SCHOOL
EVERY SATURDAY IN AUGUST BETWEEN
AUG. 3rd - 24th
START TIME: 10:00 AM
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Donations can be made in person at any Club Meeting or via Bank Transfer
Transfer Details (be sure to add Reference/Note):
Rotary Club of South East Nassau
FCIB Harbour Bay Branch (Branch Code: 9766)
Chequing Account: 0201624396
Reference: Step Up
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Encouraging all our members to start the new Rotary Year by recycling their empty glass/plastic bottles and soda cans. Simply bring them to this week's Club Meeting and your Environmental Services Committee will collect them and take them to be recycled so you don't have to!
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